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

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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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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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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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Navigation Set Up
This function replaces all the settings in the mobile navigation system with the initial default
settings.
[Default List]
Before Steps
select
select
ItemInitial condition
Menu names
Map Orientation North up
Map display mode Single-screen display
Map Display scale/Map scale for Dual-screen is not object of backup.Single-screen: 10,000 map (1/16 mi)Display guidance languageEnglish
Quick-POI map display All Off
Quick-POI Selection A : Gas station
B : ATM
C : Police Station
D : Grocery store
E : All Restaurant
F : Hotel
Search Area US9 (including Washington DC)
Map Color 1
Day/Night/Auto Setting Auto
Distance Units (Miles/KM) (Global setting) Miles
Volume Presets 4
Time display change (12h/24h)24h
Keyboard layout ABC
Arrival Time Time
Navigation Setup (Clock) Off
Navigation Setup (Beep) On
Map Configuration
Freeway Infor m ation O ff
Junction Detail ON
Map screen Single
Turn Guidance Screen Turn List
Restore System Defaults
MENUENTERENTER
ENTERENTER
Open the [SYSTEM DEFAULTS] screen
Select .
If you execute Restore System Defaults, all of your stored setting data will be deleted.
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Getting started
Screen Names and Functions
Screens Before Setting Route
(1) Map Orientation control( page 29)
(2) GPS (Global Positioning System) marker( page 52)(3) ClockClock will be displayed when you set up
Clock on Navigation Set Up On.
(4) Vehicle marker Shows the current position and
direction of your vehicle.
(5) Scale display Displays the scale of the map.
(6) Distance from current position
Displays the distance from the current
position to the position pointed by . (7) Set Destination button
The destination, memory point or way point
will be set at the position pointed by in the
scroll screen.
(8) Store Memory Point button
Stores markers on the map.
(9) POI (Point of Interest) Display button
( page 38)
Screens During Route Guidance
(1) Distance and Time to Destination displayDisplays the time* and distance to the
destination or way point.
Selecting this will display the next and
further information on the way point or
time and distance to the destination.
(* Either required time or estimated time
arrival)
(2) Route display
Shows the provided route as a thick
blue line. (3) Turn Arrow displayShows the direction to turn at the next
junction and the distance to the junction.
(4) Route Preferences button( page 42)(5) Current Road Name
Shows the name of the road you are
currently driving on.
RET
ENTERENTER
(6)
(7) (9)
(4)
(3)
(1)(2)
(8)
RET
(5)
Current position screen
Returns after a few seconds.
ENTER
(4)
(3)
(1)
(2)
Returns after a few seconds.RET
(5)
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Before
UseGetting
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Routing
lFor Character Entry, please refer to page 39.
lDo not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving.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 before operating the system.
lRoute searches with the navigation system can include roads that you cannot drive on and roads that you
are prohibited from driving on due to traffic regulations. Please comply with the traffic regulations.
Warnings
Select the desired Search Area : ID, OR, WA,
: AR, AL, LA, MS, TN
: CA, NV : CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT
: AZ, CO, MT, NM, UT, WY : DC, DE, MD, PA, VA, WV
: IA, KS, MN, MO, ND, NE, SD : FL, GA, NC, SC
: OK, TX : CANADA
: IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WIENTER
n narrowing to city name
n narrowing to street nameEnter the
street
name and
select
:
Cancel the
city selection.
:
Displays list of
5 city name
s
nearest the
current
position.
:
Displays the
city name
input screen.
Select the
street name
from the list
Select
the
city
name
from
the
list
Enter
the
city
name
and
selectEnter
the
street
name
and
select
Select
the
city
name
from
the
list
Select the city
name from the
list
Select
the
street
name
from
the
list
Enter
the
street
name
and
select
Select the
street name
from the list
Enter
the
house
no. Enter
the
house
no.
Select
SelectDirect
destination
input
(
page 40)
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Recognition
If necessary
Precautions/System Performance
Voice guidance has the following functions:
nIntersection guidance
l
The system voice announces the distance to an upcoming turn and the turning direction.
This guidance function is automatic. Therefore, you do not have to set it, and it cannot be
disabled.
l The system vocally announces the distance to an upcoming highway branching point or
junction.
Voice Guidance
l 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 at times 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.
l Your route may sometimes include roads that are not open to vehicles or are
closed due to traffic regulations. Please comply with the local traffic
regulations.
l 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 use the parking brake before operating the system.
When two intersections are close together, the
voice guidance may be late. When two roundabouts are close together, the
voice guidance for the second may be late.
Warnings
Second branching pointFirst branching point150m
100m
Route
In 700m left turn. Left turn ahead,
then right turn.
Roundabout.
Take the second
exit.
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Vo i c e Recognition
If necessary
GPS is a position detecting system utilizing the signals
from GPS satellites deployed by the U.S. Department of
Defense. The Mobile Navigation System uses input from
three or more satellites and calculates the vehicle position
based on the principle of triangulation.
The positioning accuracy of the system corresponds to the
error display of the GPS which is from about 30 to 200 meters.
l If you are using the system for the first time, or if you have not used it for some time, it takes
about 5 minutes (or about 2 minutes in open areas) to calculate your vehicle’s position.
nGPS signal reception is poor in the following places
lThe GPS satellites are controlled by the U.S. Defense Department, which may intentionally
lower positioning accuracy. In such cases, there may be vehicle position deviations.
l There may be vehicle position deviations for some time until GPS signals are received after
turning on the ignition.
This function compares your vehicle’s tracking data with the road data on the map
disc, applies dead reckoning to determine the road you are driving on, and displays
your vehicle on that road on the map.
l Intelligent map matching addresses the following problems to achieve high accuracy in
vehicle positioning.
Position Correction for Elevated RoadsPosition accuracy is improved by detecting if the vehicle is
running on or under an elevated road.
Position Correction for Parking GaragesPosition accuracy is improved by detecting if the vehicle is
driving in an elevated or underground parking garage.
High-precision GyrosensorA gyro detects turns with an accuracy of 0.05° per second.
Combined with a speed sensor, it enables the system to
display the current vehicle position even where GPS signals
may be blocked.
l Using a spare tire in place of the regular one may cause vehicle position deviations.
l Any difference between the direction which your vehicle actually travels and that shown on
the map is automatically eliminated by azimuth correction.
GPS
In tunnelsAmong high-rise buildingsUnder elevated roads In wooded areas
Map Matching
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If necessary
Although you may encounter the following problems in a route search, there is nothing
wrong with the system.
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.
Route Search
Warning
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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.
Destination
Road
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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