navigation MAZDA MODEL RX 8 2008 (in English) User Guide

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Before Use
Ifnecessary
Rear View
Monitor
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Caution
Caution
The presence of this Caution symbol in the text is intended to
alert you to the importance of heeding the operation
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in injury
or material damage.
nDo not use the product where it is exposed to water, moisture, or dust. Exposure to water, moisture, or dust may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit.
Make especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
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Keep the voice guidance volume at an appropriate level. Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions while driving.
n
Protect the Deck Mechanism.Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
n
This navigation system is designed exclusively for use in automobiles.This navigation system should only be installed in an automobile. Do not install it in a
ship, aircraft, or any other vehicles except an automobile. Do not use it detached from the
vehicle.
n
Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be caught in the unit. To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc
slot. Especially watch out for infants.
Cautions
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Introduction
nExtremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operationThe inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended
periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine turned off. The navigation system
may not operate normally under such circumstances. Turn off the navigation system until
the inside of the vehicle has cooled down or warmed up. If the system does not operate
thereafter, consult an Authorized Dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
This navigation system utilizes GPS* satellite signals, a speed sensor and gyrosensor to track
and display your vehicle’s current position, and to guide you from your starting point to your
destination along a calculated route.
* : GPS (Global Positioning System) is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deployed by the U.S. Defense Department.
Screens displayed in this manual may differ from those on the actual display.
Direct sunlight or other outside light sources makes it difficult to view the images on the
display. For moonroof-equipped vehicles, close the sunshade to better view the display.
Use This Product Safety
Navigation System
Screens
LCD (Liquid crystal display)
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Names and Functions
Z
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RET key
Returns to the previous screen.
VO I CE k ey
l
Initiates vocal guidance for route
maneuvers.
l Adjusts screen quality.
( page 28)
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M
D
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ZOOM
RET
VOICE
POS
ENTER
MENU
Joystick
lSelects items
by tilting it up, down, right, and left.
l Scrolls map. ENTER
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Mazda 3
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Names and Functions
MENU key
Displays menu.
( page 16)MENU
VO IC E key
l
Initiates vocal guidance for route
maneuvers.
l Adjusts screen quality.
( page 28)VOICE
Mazda RX-8
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Getting started
Activation
Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System.
Note
l
The map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
l Remember that the battery can run down if the ignition switch is kept in the ON or ACC
position for a long time while the engine not running.
nMap Disc
l Refer to “Handling and Care of Map Discs” to know how to handle a map
disc ( page 58).
1
Turn the ignition switch
to the ON position and
press to open
the display.Note
lThis display angle can be adjusted by pressing .
When the is
pressed, the display
angle changes in
stages.
l Press to close the display.
2
Insert the map disc
with the printed side
facing up.Note
lThe main unit is located in the glove box
compartment. (Mazda 3)
l
The main unit is located in the Center Console (Rear).(Mazda RX-8)
l Condensation may form on the optical lens or the
map disc inside the unit when the temperature in
the vehicle increases in a short time such as when
heating the car on a cold day. This condensation
may cause malfunctions. If so, unload the map disc
and do not operate the unit for approximately 1
hour. Wipe the condensation off the map disc with a
soft cloth.
If the unit does not operate correctly after 1 hour,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Cautions
OPENTILT
TILT
OPEN
(CAUTION) screen
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Menu
Menu appears when pressing . MENU
Destination Entry and Route Search ( page 30)
Address Book ( page 46)
Cancel Guidance ( page 41)
Route Options ( page 42)
Volume ( page 50)
Set Clock ( page 17)
Navigation Set Up ( page 18)
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Navigation Set Up
l
You can alter the map display conditions, the route guidance conditions and show the
system information.
nStop your vehicle before the following operations. Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time
spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving.
Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may
cause an accident.
Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and put the parking brake on before operating
the system.
Before Steps select
Warning
MENUENTERENTER
Open
[NAVIGATION SETUP] ( page 19)
( page 21)
( page 22)
( page 23)
( page 24)
( page 26)
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Getting started
Navigation Set Up
Before Steps
select
select
User Setting
MENUENTERENTER
ENTERENTER
Open the
[USER SETTINGS]
screen
nMap Color
Select a screen color from to options.
nMap Mode
lAuto : The display will automatically switch between Day and Night illumination mode when the headlights are
turned off and on respectively.
lDay :The display will be presented in Day illumination mode
regardless of whether the headlights are on or off.
lNight : The display will be presented in Night illumination mode regardless of whether the headlights are on or off.
nDistance
Select the distance unit from or .
nAverage Speed
Set the average speed for each road to be driven.
(This function sets the standard speed (average vehicle speed
for each route) used for calculating the estimated arrival time
when calculating the route time.)
: Average speed setting:Changes back to default
nRoad Restriction Warnings
The display of warnings during route guidance when passing
through areas with traffic restrictions can be turned on or off.
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Navigation Set Up
Before Steps
select
select
User Setting
MENUENTERENTER
ENTERENTER
Open the
[USER SETTINGS]
screen
nArrival Time
The time which is displayed until reaching the destination or a
way point can be set as an estimated arrival time or the
remaining time.
Select to display the estimated arrival time, or to
display the remaining time.
nKeyboard Layout
The layout of input keys can be selected as or .
nClock
Allows selection of whether clock is to be displayed.
nBeep
Allows selection of whether beep will sound.
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Navigation Set Up
This function allows you set the categories on the area displayed when the (Point of Interest)
menu is selected on the map. Quick POI enables you store up to six different kinds of
categories which you use most regularly.
1 select
2 select
Quick POI Selection
MENUENTERENTER
ENTERENTER
Open the [QUICK POI SELECTION] screen
Select the button for Quick POI storage.
Note
lSelect the category to be changed
: This button allows you to restore the factory
settings.
Select a category.
Once selected, subcategories will be displayed.
: Subcategories from all of the individual categories will be
displayed together.
Select the subcategories to be displayed on the
map.
Repeat the above steps to add further POI markers displayed on the menu.
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