NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID 2011 L32A / 4.G Owners Manual

4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems
Control panel buttons — color screen with
Navigation System (if so equipped)..................4-2
How to use the touch screen ....................4-3
How to select menus on the screen ..............4-5
How to use the INFO button .....................4-5
How to use the SETTING button .................4-6
button.................................. 4-12
RearView Monitor (if so equipped) ..................4-13
How to read the displayed lines .................4-13
Difference between predicted and actual
distances ..................................... 4-14
Adjusting the screen ........................... 4-16
Operating tips ................................. 4-17
Vents ........................................... 4-18
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ..............4-19
Automatic operation ........................... 4-19
Manual operation .............................. 4-20
Operating tips ................................. 4-21
Servicing air conditioner ........................... 4-21
Audio system .................................... 4-22
Radio ........................................ 4-22
FM radio reception ............................ 4-22
AM radio reception ............................ 4-22Satellite radio reception (if so equipped)
.........4-23
Audio operation precautions ....................4-23
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD) player
(if so equipped) ............................... 4-37
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player (if so equipped) ......................... 4-41
FM/AM/SAT radio with CD/DVD player
(if so equipped) ............................... 4-47
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) Player
Operation (models with Navigation System) ......4-56
USB interface (models without Navigation
System) (if so equipped) .......................4-59
USB interface (models with Navigation
System) ...................................... 4-61
iPod* player operation without Navigation
System (if so equipped) ........................ 4-65
iPod* player operation with Navigation
System (if so equipped) ........................ 4-67
Music Box (if so equipped) .................... 4-69
Bluetooth streaming audio (if so equipped) ......4-77
CD care and cleaning .......................... 4-80
Steering
wheel switch for audio control
(if so equipped) ............................... 4-81
Antenna ...................................... 4-83

Car phone or CB radio............................ 4-84
Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System without
Navigation System (if so equipped) .................4-85
Regulatory Information . ........................ 4-86
Using the system .............................. 4-87
Control buttons ............................... 4-89
Getting started ................................ 4-89
List of voice commands ........................ 4-91
Speaker Adaptation (SA) mode .................4-96
Manual control ................................ 4-97
Troubleshooting guide . ........................ 4-98
Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System with
Navigation System (if so equipped) .................4-99
Regulatory Information . ....................... 4-101
Voice commands ............................. 4-101
Connecting procedure . ....................... 4-101
Vehicle phonebook ........................... 4-103
Handset phonebook .......................... 4-105Making a call
................................. 4-106
Receiving a call .............................. 4-106
During a call ................................. 4-107
Ending a call ................................. 4-108
Phone settings ............................... 4-108
Bluetooth settings ............................ 4-109
Call volume .................................. 4-110
NISSAN Voice Recognition System
(if so equipped) ................................. 4-110
NISSAN Voice Recognition Standard Mode .....4-111
Using the system ............................. 4-114
Before starting ............................... 4-114
Giving voice commands ....................... 4-114
NISSAN Voice Recognition Alternate
Command Mode ............................. 4-122
Using the system ............................. 4-127
Speaker Adaptation function ...................4-130
Troubleshooting guide . . . .....................4-132

WARNING
●Positioning of the heating or air condi-
tioning controls and display controls
should not be done while driving in or-
der that full attention may be given to
the driving operation.
● Do not disassemble or modify this sys-
tem. If you do, it may result in accidents,
fire, or electrical shock.
● Do not use this system if you notice any
abnormality, such as a frozen screen or
lack of sound. Continued use of the
system may result in accident, fire or
electric shock.
● In case you notice any foreign object in
the system hardware, spill liquid on it,
or notice smoke or smell coming from
it, stop using the system immediately
and contact your nearest NISSAN
dealer. Ignoring such conditions may
lead to accidents, fire or electrical
shock.
1. Display screen
2. MAP button*
3. DEST button*
4. ROUTE button*
5. INFO button (P. 4-5) 6. SETTING button (P. 4-6)
7. Volume control knob
8.
(brightness control) button
*
For Navigation system control buttons, refer to the
separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
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CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS —
COLOR SCREEN WITH NAVIGATION
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
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When you use this system, make sure the engine
is running.
If you use the system with the engine not
running (ignition ON or ACC) for a long
time, it will discharge the battery, and the
engine will not start.
Reference symbols:
“Example” — Words marked in quotes refer to a
key shown only on the display. These keys can be
selected by touching the screen.
HOW TO USE THE TOUCH
SCREEN
CAUTION
●The glass screen on the liquid crystal
display may break if it is hit with a hard
or sharp object. If the glass breaks, do
not touch the liquid crystalline material,
which contains a small amount of mer-
cury. In case of contact with skin, wash
immediately with soap and water.
● To clean the display, never use a rough
cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or any
kind of solvent or paper towel with a
chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or deteriorate the panel. ●
Do not splash any liquid such as water
or car fragrance on the display. Contact
with liquid will cause the system to
malfunction.
To help ensure safe driving, some functions can-
not be operated while driving.
The on-screen functions that are not available
while driving will be “grayed out” or muted.
Park the vehicle in a safe location and then oper-
ate the navigation system.
WARNING
● ALWAYS give your full attention to
driving.
● Avoid using vehicle features that could
distract you. If distracted, you could
lose control of your vehicle and cause
an accident.Touch screen operation
Selecting the item:
Touch an item to select. To select the “Naviga-
tion” key, touch the “Navigation” key
1on the
screen. Touch the “BACK” key
2to return to the
previous screen.
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Adjusting the item:
Touch the “+” key
1or the “” key2to adjust
the settings of an item.
Touch the up arrow
3to scroll up the page one
item at a time, or touch the double up arrow
4to
scroll up an entire page.
Touch the down arrow
5to scroll down the
page one item at a time, or touch the double
down arrow
6to scroll down an entire page. Inputting characters:
Touch the letter or number key
1.
There are some options available when inputting
characters. ● Uppercase:
Shows uppercase characters.
● Lowercase:
Shows lowercase characters.
● Space:
Inserts a space. ●
Delete:
Deletes the last inputted character with one
touch. Touch and hold the “Delete” key to
delete all of the characters.
● OK:
Completes the character input.
Touch screen maintenance
If you clean the display screen, use a dry, soft
cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary, use a
small amount of neutral detergent with a soft
cloth. Never spray the screen with water or de-
tergent. Dampen the cloth first, and then wipe the
screen.
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HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE
SCREEN
Vehicle functions are viewed on the center dis-
play screen in menus. Whenever a menu selec-
tion is made or menu item is highlighted, different
areas on the screen provide you with important
information. See the following for details.1. Header: Shows the path used to get to the current
screen (for example, press the SETTING
button > then select the “Comfort” key) . 2. Menu Selections:
Shows the options to choose within that
menu screen (for example, Auto Interior Illu-
mination, etc.) .
3. Up/Down Movement Indicator: Shows that the arrows on the touch screen
may be used to move up or down on the
screen and select more options.
4. Screen Count: Shows the number of menu selections avail-
able for the current menu, even if they are on
multiple pages (for example, 1/7) .
5. Footer/Information Line: Provides more information (if available)
about the menu selection currently high-
lighted (for example, Cabin lighting when
unlocking doors) .
HOW TO USE THE INFO BUTTON
Press the INFO button; the display screen shows
vehicle and navigation information for your con-
venience.
Energy Flow
For information about Energy Flow, refer to “En-
ergy flow” in the “HEV Overview” section.
Fuel Economy History
For information about Fuel Economy History, re-
fer to “Fuel Economy History” in the “HEV Over-
view” section.
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Where am I?
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for information regarding this item.
Traffic Info
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for information regarding this item.
Weather Info
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for information regarding this item.
Map Update
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for information regarding this item.
Navigation Version
Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for information regarding this item.
Other options
For Voice Recognition settings, refer to “NISSAN
Voice Recognition system” in this section.
For GPS position, refer to the separate Naviga-
tion System Owner’s Manual.
HOW TO USE THE SETTING
BUTTON
When the SETTING button is pressed, the Set-
tings screen will appear on the display. You can
select and/or adjust several functions, features
and modes that are available for your vehicle.
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Display settings
Select the “Display” key. On the screen above,
select the “Display Adjustment” key. The Display
Adjustment screen will appear.Brightness/contrast:
Select the “Brightness” key or the “Contrast” key
to adjust the brightness or contrast of the display
background. Touch the “+” or “-” key to adjust the
brightness to darker or brighter and the contrast
to lower or higher.
The new settings are automatically saved when
you exit the setting screen by selecting the
“Back” key or any other mode button.Display off:
Select the “Display ON” key. The indicator of the
“Display ON” turns off and the message above
will be displayed briefly. When the audio, HVAC
(Heater and air conditioner) , or any mode button
on the control panel is operated, the display turns
on for that operation. If one of the control panel
buttons is pressed, the display will not automati-
cally turn off until that operation is finished. Oth-
erwise, the screen turns off automatically after 5
seconds.
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To turn the screen on:● Press the SETTING button and select the
“Display” key and then select the “Display
ON” key, or
● Press the
button and the message
“resuming display” will appear and the “Dis-
play ON” key will be automatically turned on
(no amber indicator) .
Background color:
Select the “Background Color” key; the display
color changes between day and night.
The new settings are automatically saved when
you exit the setting screen by selecting the
“Back” key or any other mode button. Color theme:
Select the “Display” key, then select the “Color
Theme” key. The Color Theme select screen will
appear.
Select the key for the desired color. The appear-
ance of the background, arrows and bars will
change for all screens accordingly. You can
choose a black, blue or red color theme.
Clock
The following display will appear after pressing
the SETTING button, then selecting the “Clock”
key.
On-screen Clock:
When this item is enabled (indicator light illumi-
nated) , a clock is always displayed in the upper
right corner of the screen.
This clock will indicate the time almost exactly
because it is always adjusted by the GPS system.
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Clock Format (24h):
When this item is enabled (indicator light illumi-
nated) , the clock format will change from the
default 12-hour display to a 24-hour display.
Offset (hour):
Adjust the time by increasing or decreasing the
hours.
Offset (minute):
Adjust the time by increasing or decreasing the
minutes.
Daylight Savings Time:
When this item is enabled (indicator light illumi-
nated) , daylight savings time is on. To turn off the
daylight savings time, touch the “ON” key; the
amber indicator light will go out.Time Zone:
Select the “Time Zone” key; the Time Zone
screen will appear.
Select one of the following zones, depending on
the current location, by selecting the correct time
zone key to enable that time zone (indicator light
will illuminate for that location) .
● Pacific
● Mountain
● Central
● Eastern
● Atlantic ●
Newfoundland
● Hawaii
● Alaska
After selection/settings, select the “Back” key or
any other mode button to accept the changes.
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