Pioneer AVIC-W8400NEX User manual

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AVIC-W8400NEX/AVIC-W6400NEX
18_Navi_UC_CRI1052-A (A5_Horizon)
AVIC-W8400NEX
AVIC-W6400NEX
MULTIMEDIA NAVIGATION RECEIVER
Operation Manual
Be sure to read Important Information for the User first!
Important Information for the User includes the important information that you
must understand before using this product.
Notice to all users:
This software requires that the product is properly connected to your vehicle’ s
parking brake and depending on your vehicle, additional installation may be
required. For more information, please contact your Authorized Pioneer
Electronics retailer or call us at [phone].
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Contents
Thank you for buying this Pioneer
product.
Please read through these instructions
so you will know how to operate your
model properly. After you have finished
reading the instructions, keep this
document in a safe place for future
reference.
The screen shown in the examples may
differ from actual screens, which may be
changed without notice for
performance and function
improvements.
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Important
ɷPrecaution ......................... 3
Notes on internal memory........................................ 3
About this manual........................................................ 3
ɷParts and controls............. 4
Main unit.......................................................................... 4
Remote Control............................................................. 4
Protecting your product against theft.................. 5
ɷBasic operation ................. 6
Notes on using the LCD panel................................. 6
Adjusting the LCD panel angle................................ 6
Resetting the microprocessor.................................. 6
Preparing the remote control .................................. 6
Starting up the unit ..................................................... 7
Using the touch panel ................................................ 8
Top menu screen .......................................................... 9
ɷNavigation....................... 10
Menu screen view and operations...................... 10
Map Screen.................................................................. 11
Searching for a destination.................................... 14
Starting the navigation ........................................... 18
Checking and modifying the current route..... 18
Storing a location in [Saved Location]............... 21
Storing a route in [Saved Routes]......................... 22
Receiving real-time traffic information (TMC) . 22
Checking useful information about your trip.. 24
Navigation Settings................................................... 26
Updating the map ..................................................... 32
ɷBluetooth ......................... 32
Bluetooth connection .............................................. 32
Bluetooth settings ..................................................... 32
Hands-free phoning.................................................. 33
Bluetooth audio.......................................................... 35
ɷWi-Fi.................................. 37
Wi-Fi connection ........................................................ 37
Wi-Fi settings ............................................................... 37
ɷAV source ......................... 38
Supported AV source................................................ 38
Displaying the AV operation screen.................... 38
Selecting a source...................................................... 38
Changing the display order of source................ 38
Adjusting the range of favorite source icons area
39
ɷSetup for iPod/iPhone or
smartphone ..................... 39
iPod/iPhone.................................................................. 39
Smartphone (Android™ device)............................ 40
ɷHD Radio™ Technology ... 40
About HD Radio stations......................................... 40
Starting procedure .................................................... 41
Basic operation ........................................................... 41
Storing the strongest broadcast frequencies
(BSM)........................................................................ 41
Radio settings.............................................................. 42
ɷDisc ................................... 42
Inserting and ejecting a disc.................................. 42
Basic operation ........................................................... 43
ɷCompressed files ............. 45
Inserting and ejecting media ................................ 45
Starting procedure .................................................... 46
Basic operation ........................................................... 46
ɷiPod .................................. 49
Connecting your iPod .............................................. 49
Basic operation ........................................................... 49
ɷAppRadio Mode + ........... 51
Using AppRadio Mode +......................................... 51
Starting procedure .................................................... 51
Using the keyboard (for iPhone users)............... 52
Using the audio mix function................................ 52
ɷApple CarPlay .................. 53
Using Apple CarPlay.................................................. 53
Setting the driving position................................... 53
Starting procedure .................................................... 53
Adjusting the volume............................................... 54
ɷAndroid Auto™ ................ 54
Using Android Auto .................................................. 54
Setting the driving position................................... 54
Starting procedure .................................................... 55
Adjusting the volume............................................... 55
Setting the auto-launch function ........................ 55
ɷPandora®.......................... 56
Listening to Pandora................................................. 56
Basic operation ........................................................... 57
ɷSiriusXM® Satellite Radio 58
Subscribing to the SiriusXM Satellite Radio
service ..................................................................... 58
Listening to SiriusXM................................................ 58
Basic operation ........................................................... 58
TuneScan™ ................................................................... 59
SportsFlash™................................................................ 60
SmartFavorites............................................................ 60
Using Featured Favorites Band ............................. 60
Parental lock ................................................................ 60
Using the content alerts function........................ 60
SiriusXM settings........................................................ 61
ɷHDMI ................................ 62
Starting procedure .................................................... 62
Basic operation ........................................................... 62
ɷAUX................................... 62
Starting procedure.................................................... 62
Basic operation........................................................... 62
ɷAV input........................... 63
Starting procedure.................................................... 63
Basic operation........................................................... 64
ɷWireless Mirroring .......... 64
Starting procedure.................................................... 64
Basic operation........................................................... 65
ɷiDatalink.......................... 65
Using iDatalink ........................................................... 65
Activating iDatalink Maestro................................. 65
Starting procedure.................................................... 66
Displaying obstacle detection information..... 67
iDatalink settings....................................................... 67
ɷSettings ........................... 68
Displaying the setting screen ............................... 68
System settings .......................................................... 68
Theme settings........................................................... 72
Audio settings............................................................. 73
Video settings ............................................................. 77
ɷFavorite menu................. 79
Creating a shortcut ................................................... 79
Selecting a shortcut.................................................. 79
Removing a shortcut................................................ 79
ɷOther functions............... 79
Setting the time and date ...................................... 79
Selecting the video for the rear display ............ 80
Setting the anti-theft function ............................. 80
Restoring this product to the default settings 81
ɷAppendix......................... 81
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 81
Error messages ........................................................... 82
Positioning technology........................................... 85
Handling large errors ............................................... 86
Route setting information...................................... 88
Handling and care of discs..................................... 88
Playable discs.............................................................. 89
Detailed information for playable media ......... 89
Bluetooth...................................................................... 92
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio ........................................ 92
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Precaution
Notes on internal memory
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Contents
HD Radio™ Technology............................................ 92
SDXC ............................................................................... 92
WMA/WMV................................................................... 92
FLAC................................................................................ 92
DivX................................................................................. 92
AAC ................................................................................. 92
Google™, Google Play, Android ............................ 93
Android Auto............................................................... 93
Detailed information regarding connected iPod
devices .................................................................... 93
Using app-based connected content................. 93
Pandora® ....................................................................... 93
HDMI............................................................................... 94
IVONA Text-to-Speech.............................................. 94
Notice regarding video viewing........................... 94
Notice regarding DVD-Video viewing................ 94
Notice regarding MP3 file usage.......................... 94
Notice regarding open source licenses.............. 94
Map coverage.............................................................. 94
Using the LCD screen correctly............................. 94
Specifications .............................................................. 94
•If the battery is disconnected or discharged, the memory will be erased and must be
reprogrammed.
•The information will be erased by disconnecting the yellow lead from the battery (or
removing the battery itself).
•Some of the settings and recorded contents will not be reset.
About this manual
This manual uses diagrams of actual screens to describe operations. However, the
screens on some units may not match those shown in this manual depending on the
model used.
0000NEX
This indicates model names that are supported by the described operations.
This indicates to touch the appropriate soft key on the touch screen.
This indicates to touch and hold the appropriate soft key on the touch screen.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual
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Parts and controls
Main unit
W8400NEX
W6400NEX
LCD screen
VOL (+/-)
Press to switch between the Application screen and the AV operation screen.
Press and hold to switch to the camera view mode.
To activate the camera view mode with this button, set [Back Camera Input] to
[On] or [AV Input] to [Camera] (page 68).
Press to display the top menu screen.
Press and hold to power off. To power back on, press any button.
Press to display the menu bar (page 8).
Press and hold to mute or unmute.
Press to display the top menu screen or back to previous screen.
Press and hold to turn off the display.
Press to activate the voice recognition mode with a connected iPhone or
smartphone.
Press and hold to display the connectable device list screen or device search
screen.
RESET Press to reset the microprocessor (page 6).
SD card slot Refer to Inserting and ejecting an SD memory card (page 45).
Auto EQ
microphone
input jack
Use to connect a microphone for acoustical measurement (sold separately).
Disc-loading
slot
Refer to Inserting and ejecting a disc (page 42).
Detachable faceplate
Press to remove the detachable faceplate from this product.
Remote Control
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NOTE
VOLUME (+/-)
REAR SRC Press to cycle through all the available rear sources.
Press and hold to turn the rear source off.
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CAUTION
•Do not expose the detachable faceplate to excessive shock or disassemble it.
•Never grip the buttons tightly or use force when removing or attaching the detachable faceplate.
•Keep the detachable faceplate out of reach of small children to prevent them from placing it in their
mouths.
•After removing the detachable faceplate, keep it in a safe place so it is not scratched or damaged.
•Do not expose the detachable faceplate to direct sunlight and high temperatures.
•When removing or attaching the detachable faceplate, do so after turning off the ignition switch
(ACC OFF).
SRC Press to cycle through all the available sources.
Press and hold to turn the source off.
TOP MENU Press to return to the top menu during DVD playback.
Source mode
select switch
Use to switch the source mode between the front source and the rear source.
Thumb pad Use to select a menu on the DVD menu.
MUTE
MENU Displays the DVD menu during DVD playback.
AUDIO
SUBTITLE
ANGLE
Press to change the audio language, subtitle language or viewing angle
during DVD playback.
BAND/ESC Press to select the tuner band when tuner is selected as a source.
Press to switch between media file types when playing the following types of
data:
•Disc
•External storage device (USB, SD)
RETURN Press to return to the specified point and start playback from there.
Press to pause or resume playback.
or For audio: Press and hold to perform fast reverse or fast forward.
For video: Press to perform fast reverse or fast forward.
or Press to return to the previous track (chapter) or go to the next track (chapter).
Press to answer or end a call.
Press to stop playback.
If you resume playback, playback will start from the point where you stopped.
Press the button again to stop playback completely.
FOLDER/P.CH Press to select the next or previous title or folder.
Press to recall radio station frequencies assigned to preset channel keys.
Press to answer or end a call.
Protecting your product against theft
W6400NEX
1Press the button.
2Gently grip the bottom of the detachable faceplate and slowly pull it outward.
Detachable faceplate
1Slide the detachable faceplate all the way into this product.
2Push the lower part of the detachable faceplate until you hear a click.
Removing the detachable faceplate
Attaching the detachable faceplate
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Basic operation
Notes on using the LCD panel
W8400NEX
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WARNING
•Keep hands and fingers clear of this product when opening, closing, or adjusting the LCD panel. Be
especially cautious of children’s hands and fingers.
•Do not use with the LCD panel left open. It may result in injury in the event of an accident.
CAUTION
•Do not open or close the LCD panel forcefully. It may cause a malfunction.
•Do not operate this product until the LCD panel has completely opened or closed. If this product is
operated while the LCD panel is opening or closing, the LCD panel may stop at that angle for safety.
•Do not place glass or can on the open LCD panel.
Adjusting the LCD panel angle
W8400NEX
1Press .
2Touch or to adjust the angle of the LCD panel.
3Touch .
Returns to the previous screen.
Resetting the microprocessor
CAUTION
•Pressing the RESET button resets settings and recorded contents to the factory settings.
– Do not perform this operation when a device is connected to this product.
– Some of the settings and recorded contents will not be reset.
•The microprocessor must be reset under the following conditions:
– Prior to using this product for the first time after installation.
– If this product fails to operate properly.
– If there appears to be problems with the operation of the system.
– If your vehicle position is shown on the map with a significant positioning error.
1Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2Press RESET with a pen tip or other pointed tools.
Settings and recorded contents are reset to the factory settings.
Preparing the remote control
Remove the insulation sheet before use.
How to replace the battery
Insert the CR2025 (3 V) battery with the plus (+) and
minus (-) poles orientated properly.
WARNING
•Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard.
(The remote control supplied with) This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/
button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to
death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from
children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek
immediate medical attention.
•Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) must not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
CAUTION
•Remove the battery if the remote control is not used for a month or longer.
•There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
•Do not handle the battery with metallic tools.
•Do not store the battery with metallic objects.
•If the battery leaks, wipe the remote control completely clean and install a new battery.
•When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental
public institutions’ rules that apply in your country/area.
•“Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate. (Applicable to California, U.S.A.)”
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Point the remote control in the direction of the front panel to operate.
NOTE
The remote control may not function properly in direct sunlight.
Important
•Do not store the remote control in high temperatures or direct sunlight.
•Do not let the remote control fall onto the floor, where it may become jammed under the brake or gas
pedal.
Starting up the unit
1Start the engine to boot up the system.
The [Select Program Language] screen appears.
NOTES
•From the second time on, the screen shown will differ depending on the previous conditions.
•From the second time on, enter the password for the anti-theft function if the password entry
screen appears.
2Touch the language.
3Touch .
The [Speaker Mode Settings] screen appears.
4Touch the speaker modes.
[Standard Mode]
4-speaker system with front and rear speakers, or a 6-speaker system with front and
rear speakers and subwoofers.
[Network Mode]
3-way system with a high range speaker, middle range speaker and subwoofer (low
range speaker) for reproduction of high, middle and low frequencies (bands).
WARNING
Do not use the unit in standard mode when a speaker system for 3-way network mode is
connected to the unit. This may cause damage to the speakers.
5Touch .
Initial Legal Disclaimer screen appears.
6Touch [OK].
The top menu screen appears.
Using the remote control NOTE
Once the speaker mode is set, the setting cannot be changed unless this product is restored to the
default settings. Restore the default settings to change the speaker mode setting (page 81).
To change the speaker mode, you need to restore this product to the default settings.
1Restore the default setting (page 81).
Starting up the navigation system
When you use the navigation function for the first time, an initial setup process starts
automatically. Follow the steps below.
TIP
You can change the language later using [Regional] in the [Settings] screen. Other settings can be
restarted later using [Start Configuration Wizard] in the [Settings] screen.
1Press .
2Touch .
3Touch the language that you want to use on the navigation screen, then touch
[Select].
4Read the terms carefully, check the details, and then touch [Accept] if you agree
to the conditions.
5Touch [Next].
6Touch the language that you want to use for voice guidance messages, then
touch [Next].
7If needed, modify the unit settings, then touch [Next].
8If needed, modify the default route planning options, then touch [Next].
Switching the speaker mode
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9Touch [Finish].
Using the touch panel
You can operate this product by touching the keys on the screen directly with your
fingers.
NOTE
To protect the LCD screen from damage, be sure to touch the screen only with your finger gently.
: Returns to the previous screen.
: Close the screen.
Touching an item on the list allows you to narrow down the options and
proceed to the next operation.
Appears when all characters are not displayed on the display area.
If you touch the key, the rests are scrolled for display.
This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply
the parking brake.
Appears when items cannot be displayed on a single page.
Drag the side bar, the initial search bar or the list to view any hidden items.
You can change the playback point by dragging the key.
The playback time corresponding to the position of the key is displayed while
dragging the key.
Common touch panel keys
Operating list screens
NOTE
1Press .
The menu bar pops up on the screen.
NOTE
The menu bar availability may vary depending on the activating source.
Switches the dimmer duration by day or night.
When AppRadio Mode + is on, AppRadio Mode + SideControlBar is displayed.
Switches between playback and pause.
Skips files forward or backward.
Performs fast reverse or fast forward.
Displays setting menu screen (page 68).
Closes the menu bar.
1Touch or .
Operating the time bar
Operating the menu bar
NOTE
Switching the operation panel
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The hidden function keys appear.
NOTE
This key does not appear for some AV sources.
Displays the characters that are entered.
Moves the cursor to the right or left for a number of characters equivalent to the
number of touches.
Enters the characters in the text box.
Deletes the input text to the left of the cursor one letter at a time.
Touching and holding the key deletes the letters to the left of the cursor in rapid
succession.
Confirms the entry and proceeds to the next step.
Enters a space.
Switches between alphabet and numbers/symbols.
Switches between capital and lower case letters.
Top menu screen
Operating the on-screen keyboard
Favorite source icons
TIPS
•When you connect the external navigation system to this unit, the navigation
mode key is displayed at the middle of the right side of the display.
•If you select [Power OFF], you can turn off almost all functions. The [Power OFF]
mode is released in the following cases.
– An incoming call is received (only for hands-free phoning via Bluetooth).
– A rear view camera image is input when the vehicle is in reverse.
– A button on this unit is pressed.
– The ignition switch is turned off (ACC OFF), then turned on (ACC ON).
AV/Device source operation key.
Displays the current source.
TIP
When the last source is displayed behind the key, you can switch the source by
touching the key.
Setting the time and date (page 79)
Settings (page 68) and Favorite menu (page 79)
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Connected device key
Displays connected device.
Switches the source or application with connected devices such as AppRadio
Mode +, external navigation system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto.
TIPS
•When a device with a compatible application is connected, the favorite
application key appears. Once the key appears, you can adjust the range of the
favorite application key area with the following steps.
1Touch and hold .
appears at the top right of the favorite application key.
2Drag to the desired position.
To finish the adjusting, touch any place of the display except for the
favorite application key.
•You can also switch the mobile device to be connected with the following steps.
1Touch .
2Touch .
3Select desired device then follow the instruction.
Touch for the first wireless connection with the device.
NOTE
This function is available only when you stop your vehicle in a safe place and apply
the parking brake or the vehicle is completely stopped.
AV source (page 38)
Hands-free phoning (page 33)
Navigation
Menu screen view and operations
1Press .
2Touch .
The main menu screen appears.
Main screen
Returns to the map screen.
Notifications that contain important information.
Displays the previous or next page of the navigation menu.
The locations that you saved as favorites.
Switches between 2D, 3D, and 2D North up view modes.
The [User Profiles] screen where you can create new profiles or edit the
existing profiles. If multiple drivers are using this product, they can create
their own profiles with their own settings. If you select a new profile, this
product restarts so that the new settings can take effect.
Navigation items
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Most of the information provided by your navigation system can be seen on the map.
You need to become familiar with how information appears on the map.
Searches for a destination using various methods (page 14).
Builds your route or edits the route currently set (page 18).
Displays the traffic screen (page 22).
Displays useful information to support your driving (page 24).
Configures the navigation-related settings (page 26).
Displays information about your navigation system (e.g. the version
information or license).
Adds a waypoint (page 19).
Displays route alternatives, parts of the route to avoid, or specific
roads in your planned route to avoid.
Displays the route in its full length on the map, and displays route
parameters and route alternatives.
Deletes your route or removes a waypoint.
Suspends and resumes the route guidance.
Map Screen
Main menu screen icons with a planned route (only appear when a route
is planned)
NOTE
Depending on the conditions and settings, some items may not be displayed.
*Shows the number and name of the street to be used (or next guidance point).
*Shows the next guidance point (maneuver). The type of the event (turn, traffic circle,
exiting freeway, etc.) is displayed (page 13).
*Shows the distance to the next guidance point (maneuver).
*Shows the maneuver after the next maneuver.
Indicates the current location of your vehicle. The apex of the triangular mark
indicates your orientation and the display moves automatically as you drive.
When there is no GPS position, the triangular mark is transparent. It shows your last known
position.
Displays the data field.
Shows the name of the street (or city) that your vehicle is traveling on (or in).
*Indicates the current route. The route currently set is highlighted in color on the map.
*Indicates the progress to the final destination.
* The information appears only when a route is set.
▶AV information bar
AV information is displayed at the bottom of the map screen.
How to read the map screen
NOTE
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Touch to display the AV source list.
Shows the current status of AV source briefly.
Touch to display the phone menu screen (page 33).
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By default, even if the map scale is changed on the scrolled map, it will return to the
preset scale (according to the setting in [Viewpoint] of the [Navigation Map] settings)
when the current position map is displayed. To change the scale of the current position
map, perform the following procedure.
1Press then touch .
2Touch then [Settings].
3Touch [Navigation Map] then [Map Display].
4Touch [Viewpoint].
5Drag the pop-up window and touch [Manual].
6Press .
7Touch or .
▶Smart Zoom
Your navigation system features "Smart Zoom" that works in two ways.
•When the route is set:
When approaching a turn, "Smart Zoom" will zoom in and raise the view angle to
enable you to easily recognize your maneuver at the next junction. If the next turn is at
Changing the scale or the map manually
a distance, it will zoom out and lower the view angle to be flat so you can see the road
in front of you.
•When the route is not set:
"Smart Zoom" will zoom in if you drive slowly and zoom out when you drive at high
speed.
You can switch how the map is displayed. For 2D map view mode, you can select
between “Heading up” and “North up”.
Heading up The map display always shows the vehicle’s direction as proceeding toward
the top of the screen.
North up The map display always has north at the top of the screen.
The map orientation is fixed at“Heading up” when the 3D map screen is displayed.
1Press .
2Touch .
3Touch the following key.
Each time you touch the key, the setting changes.
Indicates 2D Heading up view mode is currently selected.
Indicates 3D Heading up view mode is currently selected.
There is a limit to map scaling in 3D map view mode. If the map scale is zoomed
out further, the map is zoomed out in 2D map.
Indicates 2D North up view mode is currently selected.
1Press .
2Touch anywhere on the map or touch and drag the map in the desired direction to
scroll.
If you place the cursor on the desired location, a brief overview about the location will
appear at the top of the screen, showing the street name and other information for
the location.
Switching between 2D, 3D, and 2D North up views
NOTE
NOTE
Scrolling the map to the position you want to see
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3Touch .
The map returns to the current position.
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If you press , the map returns to the current position.
▶Control keys on the scrolled map
Changes the map view mode.
The current map mode is shown on the control key.
Zooms in or out on the map.
You can also zoom out or in by pinching or expanding the map.
Rotates the map clockwise or counterclockwise.
Cancels map rotation.
Tilts the map angle up or down.
You can change the vertical view angle of the map in 3D mode only.
Map screen (scrolled map)
Once the route guidance begins, the system provides various guides by voice, text
indications and signs.
▶Frequently shown route events
The following are some examples of the maneuvers that are displayed.
Turn left, turn right, turn back.
Go left on the traffic circle, 3rd exit (next maneuver).
Enter traffic circle (maneuver after the next maneuver).
Freeway entrance or freeway exit.
Board ferry or leave ferry.
Approaching the destination or a waypoint.
Lane information
When navigating on multilane roads, you will need to make sure to
take the proper lane for the recommended route.
Signposts
Signs are displayed at the top of the map.
Junction view
If you are approaching a complex intersection, the map is replaced
with a 3D view of the junction.
Route guidance
NOTE
If the data for these items is not contained in the map data, the information is not available even if
there are signs on the actual road.
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When you set [Offer Freeway Services] to on, appears while you are driving on freeways. Touch the
icon to open the details of the next few exits or service stations. In addition, touch an item to show its
location on the map. You can set it as a waypoint easily.
The data fields are different when you are navigating a route and when you have no
specified destination. For example, the data field provides the following information.
Browsing the data field
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•When the route is set:
Distance to final destination, time needed to reach the final destination and estimated
arrival time are shown.
•When the route is not set:
Direction or altitude is shown.
NOTES
•Touching and holding the field allows you to display the setting screen for the field. For details, refer
to page 30.
•The estimated time of arrival is an ideal value calculated based on the speed limit value set in [Max.
Speed] of vehicle type setting and the actual driving speed. The estimated time of arrival is only a
reference value, and does not guarantee arrival at that time. For details, refer to page 26.
Searching for a destination
Search for a destination or waypoint using the address or another method.
You can also set a destination by touching the map on the screen.
Once the destination is set, the system can start the navigation by touching [Start
Navigation] (page 18).
CAUTION
For safety reasons, these route-setting functions are not available while your vehicle is in motion. To
enable these functions, you must stop in a safe place and put on the parking brake.
NOTE
Some information regarding traffic regulations depends on the time when the route calculation is
performed. Thus, the information may not correspond with a certain traffic regulation when your
vehicle actually passes through the location in question. Also, the information on the traffic regulations
provided applies for a passenger vehicle, and not for a truck or other delivery vehicles. Always follow
the actual traffic regulations when driving.
1Press .
2Touch .
3Touch [New Route].
The following screen appears.
Suggests a destination based on your navigation habits, using
parameters such as current time of day, day of week and current
location.
Displays the previous or next page of the searching for a destination
menu.
Searches for a location by entering the specific address (page 15).
Searches for various facilities (Points Of Interest - POI) such as gas
stations accommodations, etc. by selecting the category (page 15).
Selects a destination from the stored locations (page 16).
Searches for a location from the recently visited places (page 16).
Selects a destination from the stored routes (page 16).
Searches for a location by entering a latitude and longitude
(page 16).
Searches for a location using multiple factors (page 16).
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Search a destination in which the address is specified.
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Depending on the search results, some steps may be skipped.
1Touch [Address].
2Select the [Country].
Proposes the country where you are as a default.
If you want to change the search area, set another country.
3Select the [City or ZIP code].
Proposes the city/town where you are as a default.
You can select the city/town using its postal code instead of its name.
4Select the [Street].
If the street name is not available, touch [Go to City] and select the city/town. This
way the center of the selected city/town becomes the destination of the route.
5Select [Select House Number or Intersection].
This item will be displayed after a street is set. If the house number is not available,
touch [Go to Street] and select the street. This way the center of the selected street
becomes the destination of the route.
After you touch the selected address to finish the address search, the searched
location appears on the map screen.
6Touch [Select as Destination].
You can search for various facilities (Points Of Interest – POI). by selecting the category
such as gas stations, accommodation or restaurant.
▶Searching for POIs using preset categories
The preset search allows you to quickly find the most frequently selected types of POIs.
1Touch [Places].
2Touch the category.
The preset search categories are as follows.
•[Gas Station]
•[Accommodation]
•[Restaurant]
•[Parking]
3Touch the POI.
The searched location appears on the map screen.
Searching for a location by address
Searching for Points of Interest (POI)
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If you touch , you can sort the results or show the locations of all facilities on the map.
4Touch [Select as Destination].
NOTES
•When a route is not set, POIs are searched for around the current position.
•When the current position is not available either (no GPS signal), POIs are searched for around the last
known position.
•When a route is set, [Gas Station] and [Restaurant] are searched for along the route, and
[Accommodation] and [Parking] are searched for around the destination.
▶Searching for POIs by category or directly from the name of the facilities
You can search for POIs by their categories and subcategories. You can also search for
POIs by their names in each of their categories.
1Touch [Places].
2Touch [Search Among All Places].
3Touch [Around Here] and then select the area in which the POIs should be
searched for.
•[Category View]:
You can select whether or not POI categories are displayed.
•[Around Here]:
Searches around the current position. Or, around the last known position if the
current position is not available. The results will be listed in order of the distance
from this position.
•[In a City]:
Searches for a place within a selected city/town.The results will be listed in order of
the distance from the center of the selected city/town.
•[Around Destination]:
Searches for a place around the destination of the current route. The results will be
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listed in order of the distance from the destination. (This key is active only when
the route is set.)
•[Along Route]:
Searches along the current route, and not around a point already set. This is useful
when searching for a stopover that results in a minimal detour, such as searching
for gas stations or restaurants. The results will be listed in order of the length of the
necessary detour. (This key is active only when the route is set.)
4Select one of the categories, subcategories or brands to narrow down the places.
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Use the keyboard to enter the name of the place if you touch [Search by Name].
5Touch the POI.
The searched location appears on the map screen.
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If you touch , you can change the sort method of the results.
6Touch [Select as Destination].
Storing locations you visit frequently saves time and effort.
Selecting an item from the list provides an easy way to specify the position.
NOTE
This function is available if locations have been registered in [Saved Location] that contains two preset
categories: [Home] and [Work] (page 21).
1Touch [Saved Location].
2Touch the entry.
The searched location appears on the map screen.
3Touch [Select as Destination].
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You can edit the details of saved locations by touching and then [Edit].
Storing routes you use frequently saves time and effort.
NOTE
This function is available if routes have been registered in [Saved Routes] (page 22).
1Touch [Saved Routes].
2Touch the entry.
Selecting a destination from stored locations
Selecting a destination from stored routes
3Touch [Show Route].
4Touch [Start Navigation].
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You can change the final destination or add waypoints in [Route Planner] (page 18).
The places that were previously set as destinations or waypoints have been
automatically stored in [History].
1Touch [History].
2Touch the entry.
The searched location appears on the map screen.
3Touch [Select as Destination].
The [Combined Search] feature lets you quickly find a place by its name and search area.
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The [Combined Search] function also searches your stored data.
1Touch [Combined Search].
2Touch the right text box to enter the country and city/town.
3Enter the name, address, or category of the destination to the left text box, then
touch .
4Touch the entry.
The searched location appears on the map screen.
5Touch the right of the list to narrow down the search results.
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If you touch a map data provider logo, you can narrow down the list of results by showing the
results from the provider.
6Touch [Select as Destination].
Entering a latitude and longitude pinpoints the location.
1Touch [Coordinates].
Selecting a destination from history
Searching for a location using [Combined Search]
Searching for a location by the coordinates
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2Enter the latitude value and touch [OK].
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When entering the coordinates in UTM format, touch , then [UTM Coordinates].
3Enter the longitude value and touch [GO!].
The searched location appears on the map screen.
4Touch [Select as Destination].
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You can change the display format of the latitude and longitude to any of the following formats:
decimal degrees; degrees and decimal minutes; or degrees, minutes and decimal seconds.
NOTE
When a value is already entered in the text field, delete the value first.
Specifying a location after scrolling the map enables you to set the position as a
destination or waypoint.
1Press .
2Touch and drag the screen to scroll the map.
3Touch the location that you want to select as your destination.
The cursor appears.
4Touch [Select as Destination].
Once a location is searched, the [Map Location] screen appears. You can select some
options for the route or displayed map location before route calculation.
TIP
If you touch the map, the cursor is placed at that position. Also, you can scroll the map by dragging the
map.
Zoom in/zoom out
You can also pinch or expand the map to zoom in or out.
Cancels the [Map Location] screen and displays the map of the current
position.
Returns the cursor to the initial position and the map scale to the initial scale.
Shows the route setting preferences for route calculation. Touch the keys to
activate or deactivate the preference.
: Calculates the route prioritizing the use of freeways when the key is
activated.
: Calculates the route prioritizing the use of per-use charged toll roads when
the key is activated.
: Calculates the route prioritizing the use of ferries when the key is activated.
: Calculates the route prioritizing the use of carpool and HOV lanes when the
key is activated.
Returns to the previous screen.
Sets the cursor position to your destination (or waypoint).
Displays the shortcuts.
•[Detailed Information]:
Shows the detailed information of the point.
•[Save Location]:
Saves the displayed location as your favorite location. The saved location can be
easily recalled later.
•[Places Around Cursor]:
Searches for POIs around the displayed location. Touch the POI to show the [Map
Location] screen, and also set the POI as the destination (or waypoint).
Searching for a location by scrolling the map
Selecting the route options
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1Once the destination is selected, touch [Select as Destination].
The route summary screen appears and countdown begins. When the countdown
ends, the guidance automatically starts. If you touch the screen anywhere during the
countdown, the countdown stops and the screen will stay as it is.
2Touch [Start Navigation].
Your navigation system starts the route guidance.
TIP
See page 13 for details on the route summary screen.
Checking and modifying the current route
When navigation is already started, there are several ways to modify the current route.
The following sections describe some of those options.
The [Route Planner] (or [My Route]) feature lets you build your route using the list of
destinations.
TIP
Once you set the route, you can edit your route using the menu displayed as [My Route].
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Route Planner] or [My Route].
3Touch one of the options.
Starting position (The current vehicle position is set as default and [Current GPS
Position] is displayed.) (page 18)
Calculates the route and shows the [Route Summary] screen.
Displays the options for the location.
[Move Up]/[Move Down]:
Edits the order you want to visit the locations.
[Delete]:
Deletes the destination or waypoint.
[Save Location]:
Stores the location in [Saved Location] (page 21).
[Change]:
Changes the destination or waypoint to another location.
[Show on Map]:
Shows the selected location on the map.
Displays the shortcuts.
[Delete All]:
Deletes all waypoints and the destination. Touch [Continue Without Route] to cancel the
planned route.
[Optimize Waypoints]:
Changes the order of waypoints automatically so that the route can be easily traveled. (If the
resulting order is the same as the current order, this option is invalid.)
[Optimize Route]:
Changes the order of all waypoints and the destination automatically so that the route can
be easily traveled. (If the resulting order is the same as the current order, this option is
invalid.)
Inserts a new waypoint.
Adds a new destination and changes the current destination to the last waypoint.
Building a route using [Route Planner]
▶Changing the starting position
The starting position for route can be changed from the current position.
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Route Planner] or [My Route].
3Touch [Current GPS Position].
4Touch [Set Start Point] or [Change Start Point] and then touch [OK].
5Search for a location.
6Touch [Set Start Point] or [Change Start Point].
The selected position is set as the starting position for route calculation.
7Touch [Show Route] or [Continue Without Route].
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The system starts route recalculation after [Show Route] is touched, and then the
[Route Summary] screen appears. After [Start Navigation] is touched, your navigation
system starts the route guidance.
NOTE
After [Continue Without Route] is touched, the current position map appears.
▶Changing the starting position
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Route Planner] or [My Route].
3Touch [Current GPS Position].
4Touch [Back to GPS Position] and then touch [Delete Start Point].
The starting position for route calculation returns to the current position.
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Add Waypoint].
3Search for a location.
4Touch [Select as Waypoint].
The route is recalculated, and the [Route Summary] screen appears. (When the
waypoint is already set, the [My Route] screen appears. Touch [Show Route] and
proceed to the next step.)
5Touch [Start Navigation].
Your navigation system starts the route guidance.
You can select another route and compare different route alternatives.
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Detours & Alternatives].
3Touch [Alternative Routes].
4Touch any of the route calculate conditions.
You can see the approximate time required and total distance of selected route
alternatives. Touch any of the route alternatives to see it on the map.
Adding waypoints
Checking route alternatives
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If more than three route alternatives have been found, [More Results] appears. Touch [More
Results] to show the other routes.
5Touch [Select].
The selected route is applied as your current route. For more information about route
calculation conditions, refer to [Route Planning Method] (page 27).
You can check for detour routes that avoid the selected sections or streets, or that avoid
the road ahead. You can also check for alternative routes.
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Detours & Alternatives].
3Touch one of the options.
Checking detour routes
Menu Item Description
[Alternative Routes] Shows the alternative routes (page 19).
[Avoid Special Sections] Shows the route avoiding certain sections. Touch the list
item to select the section you want to avoid. The distance
and time difference, suggested route, current route, and
the section avoided are shown.Touch [Accept] to apply the
suggested route.
[Avoid Specific Road] Shows the route avoiding certain roads. Touch the list item
to select the road you want to avoid. Distance and time
difference, suggested route, current route, section avoided
are shown. Touch [Accept] to apply the suggested route.
[Avoid Road Ahead] Shows the route avoiding the road ahead. Touch [+] or [-]
to set the distance you want to avoid. Touch [Avoid] to
apply the suggested route.
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NOTE
The route set by [Alternative Routes] cannot be canceled.
Once you set the route, you can check a summary of the current route.
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Route Summary].
3Touch one of the options.
The condition of the displayed route is shown in the upper left by an icon. The total
length of the route and approximate required time for the route are in the lower left.
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You can scroll the map by dragging the map.
Shows the information for a transit point on the route.
Touch to see the location on the map. Touch [Avoid] and [Accept] to set the location as a
location to avoid.
Shows alternative routes (page 19).
Displays the shortcuts.
[Route Preferences]:
Shows the route setting preferences. If you change the preferences, the route is recalculated.
[Itinerary]:
Shows all transit points in detail. Touch a transit point to show its position on the map. If you
touch [Avoid] and [Accept] on the map screen, the route is recalculated avoiding the transit
point (as much as possible).
[Save Route]:
Saves the displayed route. The saved route can be recalled later.
[Places Along Route]:
Searches for POIs along the displayed route. Touch the POI to show the [Map Location]
screen, and also set the POI as a waypoint.
[Simulation]:
You can run a simulation of the navigation for the current route, as a demonstration
(page 20).
[Restore Original Route] Cancels the route with avoidances and restores the
previous route.
Checking route information and preferences
Menu Item Description
If you no longer need to travel to your destination, follow the steps below to cancel the
route guidance.
1Press then touch .
2Touch [Cancel Route] or [Delete Waypoint].
3Touch one of the options.
If there are no waypoints on the route, touch [Cancel Route] to cancel the route.
If there are waypoints on the route, touch [Cancel Route] to cancel the route. Touch
[Delete Waypoint] to delete only the nearest waypoint. In such a case the route is
recalculated.
You can run a simulation of the navigation for the current route, as a demonstration.
1Set a route to your destination (page 14).
2Press then touch .
3Touch [Route Summary], and then touch .
4Touch [Simulation].
The simulation starts from the starting point of the route, and using a realistic speed,
it leads you through the whole recommended route.
NOTE
To stop the simulation, touch [Close].
Canceling the current route guidance
Watching the simulation of the route
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