MAZDA MODEL RX 8 2004 Owners Manual (in English)

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Route Guide
Although you may encounter the following problems in route guide, there is nothing wrong
with the system.
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right turn
Left turn
ahead
For certain intersection shapes, the
upcoming turn or the name of the
intersection may not be announced.For certain intersection shapes, you
may be prompted to turn right or left
same road.Voice guidance for the planned route
may continue even after you have
deviated from that route such as
having turned too early.
Precautions/System Performance
Running on an
elevated roadMaking a turn after
driving on a long
straight roadRunning on a steep
mountain roadRunning on a spiral
roadEntering an intersection
where a road branches
off at a small angle
Running on gridiron
layout of roadsRunning on a
slippery road with
tire chainsSnaking on a
wide roadWhen your vehicle
is on a turntable
with the ignition
turned offAfter getting off a
ferryboat or
vehicle train
Positioning Accuracy
In the following situations, your vehicle position may not be displayed correctly on the map. But, as you
keep driving, your vehicle position will be automatically corrected utilizing map matching and GPS data.
300m
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Some points where the road divides
on highways or toll roads may not
be displayed or announced.The Intersection Zoom Map may not
always agree with the actual shape
of the intersection.The announced distance to an
upcoming turn may differ slightly
from reality.
As necessary
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Route Search
Although you may encounter the following problems in a route search, there is nothing
wrong with the system.
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It may also show roads
that are out of use due
to the opening of a new
road or for other
reasons.
The route shown only
reaches a point near
your destination if your
destination has no
direct access road or
the road is too narrow.
It may show a route
where you'll have to
make a U-turn.
The guide map may
show roads that are not
passable due to closure
in winter or for other
reasons.
It may show a
common road under
or over an elevated
road. DestinationRoad
out of
use
which
exit?Destination
Destination Destination
Depending upon the shape of
roundabout (rotary), the guide
map may show a wrong exit.
where the route remains
unchanged after another
search.• There may be cases
• A congested route may
be shown.
It may also show
roads that only permit
one-way traffic.
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The navigation system is just a support system for the driver. The driver should always pay
attention to the traffic situation to safely make decisions. You may be unable to arrive at your
destination due to out-of-date information on a map disc. You should be especially careful
when selecting an urgent destination such as a hospital or a police station.
As necessary
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There may be some problems due to operational errors or mistakes. Please read this
manual again and verify that there really is a problem before calling an Authorized Mazda
Dealer to ask for repair services.
SymptomCheck point


Check if a fuse has been blown.aConsult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.


Check if the voltage level of the vehicle battery is low.
aRecharge the battery or change batteries.


Check if the vehicle position changed when ACC was set to
OFF.
When, for example,
The vehicle was transported by a ferry boat.
The vehicle was rotated on a turn table in a parking lot.
The vehicle was transported by a tow track or other such
vehicle.
aDrive the vehicle for a while where you are receiving
GPS signals.
No picture
The vehicle
position is not
correct
Note
TroubleshootingVerification First
As necessary
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GPS signals may not be received because of obstructions.
After removing the obstructions, the GPS signals can be
received.

Check if the mode is set to the map mode.
aPress

Check if the volume control for the voice guidance is
adjusted to zero.

Check if the vehicle is off the route.
Check if [Guidance Off] is selected.
aRepeat the route search while checking the route guide
screen.

Check if you are driving the vehicle in the wrong direction on
the route.
aRepeat the route search checking the direction of the
destination.

Check if [Beep] is set to [Off] ( page 33). ( page 25).

Check if the disc is wet, scratched, or dewy.
SymptomCheck point
No GPS symbols
are displayed
The vehicle
position is not
displayed
No voice guidance
Buttons in the
remote control
do not beep
No map displayed(blank screen)
As necessary
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Change your destination and route, and repeat the route
search.

When the message appears in the opening screen:
aCheck if the map disc is wet from condensation,
scratched, or dirty. If the same message is displayed
when this operation is repeated after checking, then
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

When the message appears during operation:
aIf the same message appears after repeating the
operation, then consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Change your destination and route, and repeat the route
search.
RouteCalculation failed
Accessing Data
Please wait....
Please Select
another point.
* When entering
your destination
Unable to select
Destination.

The disc is wet, dirty, scratched, or upside down, or the disc
cannot be played with this unit.
aEject the disc and check it.
Cannot Read Disc
TroubleshootingError Messages
Error messageSolution
As necessary
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Maintenance
Care of the Product
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it.
Cleaning this product
Never use solvents such as benzene and thinners they may mar the surface of the unit.
Cautions for cleaning
If you require the latest map disc, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Map disc
Handling and Care of Map Discs


Do not touch the underside of the disc.


Do not make scratches on the disc.


Do not bend the disc.


When not in use, keep the disc in the case.
How to hold the disc




Near car heaters Direct sunlight


In dirty, dusty and damp areas


On seats and dashboardsDo not leave discs in the following places:


Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe from the center outward.
Disc Cleaning
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Map Disc
This unit supports only DVD-SDAL-formatted map disc (SEAMLESS) that NAVTECH has
specifically designed for this unit. Mazda shall not be liable for any damages caused
by using other formatted discs. Make sure to specify that a disc should be exclusively
used for this product when you purchase it.Caution
As necessary
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