Sony NAV-U NV-U81T User manual

NV-U81T/U81 2-695-873-12 (1)
2-695-873-12(1)
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If you have any questions/problems: / En cas de questions/problèmes:
1Read “Troubleshooting” in this
“Quick Start Guide.”
For BLUETOOTH models, see also
“Troubleshooting” in the supplied
“BLUETOOTH Hands-free Manual.”
2Reset the unit.
Note: Stored data may be erased.
3Please contact:
U.S.A.
Call 1-800-222-7669
URL http://www.sony.com/nav-u/support
Canada
Call 1-877-899-7669
URL http://www.sony.ca/nav-u
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« Guide de démarrage rapide ».
Pour les modèles BLUETOOTH, reportez-vous
également à la section « Dépannage » du
« Manuel de la fonction BLUETOOTH mains
libres » fourni.
2Réinitialisez l’appareil.
Remarque : Les données enregistrées peuvent
être effacées.
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URL : http://www.sony.com/nav-u/support
Canada
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Quick Start Guide
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Guide de démarrage
rapide
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Guía de inicio rápido
Personal Navigation System
Quick Start Guide
NV-U81T
NV-U81

NV-U81T/U81 2-695-873-12 (1)
Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules
and RSS-Gen of IC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC and IC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC
radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the
DC IN 5V
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IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
This equipment has very low levels of RF
energy that it deemed to comply without
maximum permissive exposure evaluation
(MPE). But it is desirable that it should be
installed and operated with at least 20 cm
and more between the radiator and person’s
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists,
feet and legs).
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
If you have any questions about this product,
you may contact:
Sony Customer Information Services Center
Call: 1-(800)-222-7669
Address: 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort
Myers, FL 33913
URL: www.sony.com/nav-u/support
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions;
– this device may not cause interference.
– this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on
the bottom of the main unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call
upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. NV-U81T/U81
Serial No.
On copyrights
The map and POI data may contain
copyrighted material. Copyrighted data on
a “Memory Stick Duo” should be used
within the limits of the copyright law. Do
not violate the previsions of the copyright
law.
On trademarks
• Microsoft and Windows are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
•
“Memory Stick,” “ ,” “Memory Stick
Duo,” “ ,” “Memory Stick
PRO Duo,” “ ,”
“MagicGate” and “ ” are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• The BLUETOOTH word mark and
logos are owned by the BLUETOOTH
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Sony Corporation is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
• All other trademarks are trademarks of
their respective owners.
© 2005 NAVTEQ. All Rights Reserved.
The data for areas of Canada includes
information taken with permission from
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Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, ©
Queen’s Printer for Ontario, © Canada
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Caution
IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR
OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF
PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF
DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT
OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT,
DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME
RELATED TO OR ARISING OUT OF THE
USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS
HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated
as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Applicable accessories: Car battery adapter/AC power
adapter
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Sony
Model No.: NV-U81T/U81
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A.
Telephone number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Table of Contents
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Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Location of controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Turning the unit on . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Performing initial setup . . . . . . . . . . .10
Receiving GPS signals . . . . . . . . . . .11
Basic Operations 11
Menu operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Gesture Command operation. . . . . . .12
Keyboard operations . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Route Searching 14
Setting the destination and starting
guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Setting the destination
in other ways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Guidance displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
System Settings 20
Using the Supplied
Software 21
Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting to your computer . . . 21
Additional Information 22
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
About the “Memory Stick” . . . . . . . 22
What is “Memory Stick”? . . . . . . 22
Types of “Memory Stick Duo” that
the system can use . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Note on LCD panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cleaning the suction cup . . . . . . . 24
Fuse replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Notes on unit disposal . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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About this manual
• This Quick Start Guide contains
instructions for basic operations.
For more information, see the PDF
manual on the supplied Application
Disc. For details on installation and
connections, see the supplied
“Read This First” (installation
manual).
• Contents of this manual are written
for users with knowledge of using
the Microsoft® Windows®
operating system. For details about
computer operation, see the manual
for your computer.
• Illustrations in this manual may
differ from the actual device.
• Before operating this system, read
this manual and “Read This First”
thoroughly.
• Retain this manual and the supplied
“Read This First” in a place where
you can refer to at any future time.
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Warning
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL AND
THE SUPPLIED “READ THIS FIRST”
(INSTALLATION MANUAL)
COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING YOUR PERSONAL
NAVIGATION SYSTEM. IMPROPER
INSTALLATION OF THIS DEVICE
MAY CAUSE ACCIDENT, INJURY OR
DEATH.
On safety
•Besureto:
– install the navigation system in a safe
place where it does not obstruct the
driver’s view.
– not install the unit above an airbag.
– place the cables and cradle where they
do not obstruct driving.
– attach the unit to the cradle properly,
otherwise the unit may fall.
– clean the surface of the suction cup
and attachment surface before
attaching. Also, confirm that the
suction cup is securely attached after
installation. Otherwise, the unit or
cradle may fall.
– clean the surface on the dashboard
before using the supplied sheet.
Failure to do so may result in unsafe
driving conditions.
• Do not apply excessive force to the unit
or cradle as it may fall.
• Comply with local traffic rules, laws and
regulations.
• Do not continuously watch the unit
while driving. It is dangerous and may
cause a traffic accident.
• If you need to operate the navigation
system while driving, be sure to stop the
car in a safe place before operating.
• Do not modify the unit.
• Do not disassemble the unit except when
disposing of it.
• Do not use the navigation system with
the system covered or blocked.
When using the unit indoors
Use this product near a wall outlet. This is to
ensure that the power plug can be
immediately unplugged from the wall outlet
to power off if some abnormality occurs
during use. Do not use the AC Adaptor
placed in a narrow space, such as between
a wall and furniture.
On handling
• Do not let foreign objects get inside the
cradle connector (8) of the unit, as it
may cause a malfunction.
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• Turn the unit off by pressing ?/1(4),
take it out of the cradle, then disconnect
the car battery adapter, otherwise it may
drain the car battery.
Note the following.
If your car’s cigarette lighter socket is
not connected to the ACC on your
ignition switch, power will continue to
be supplied to the unit's built-in power
supply even when the ignition is off or
the unit is not in use.
• Do not connect any accessory (car
battery adapter, AC power adapter, etc.)
other than those supplied or optional.
• Do not expose the unit to fire or water, as
it may cause a malfunction.
• Be sure to remove the unit out of the car
when leaving your car to prevent theft or
high temperature damage inside the car.
• Note that the built-in battery cannot be
charged outside the temperature range 5
– 45 ºC (41 – 113 ºF).
• Do not leave the unit in high ambient
temperature as the built-in battery
capacity will deteriorate, or it will
become unchargeable.
On GPS
GPS (Global Positioning System)
satellites continuously emit signals for
positioning anywhere on the earth. As a
GPS antenna receives these signals, users
can be informed of their location (latitude,
longitude and altitude). Information must
be received from 3 satellites in order to
obtain two-dimensional fixes (latitude and
longitude), and 4 satellites are required for
three-dimensional positioning (latitude,
longitude and altitude). As GPS satellites
are controlled by the U.S. Department of
Defense, a deliberate margin of error
between a few meters (a few feet) and 10
meters (32.8 feet) exists. As a result, the
GPS navigation system may include an
error of between 10 meters (32.8 feet) and
about 200 meters (656.2 feet), depending
on the circumstances.
As GPS information is obtained using
signal from satellites, it may be impossible
or difficult to obtain the information in the
following locations:
• Tunnel or underground
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• Under a highway
• Between high buildings
• Between tall trees with dense foliage
After the initial installation, park your car
in a safe, open place (no high buildings,
etc.) for up to 20 minutes to allow for GPS
signals to be received before using the
navigation system.
Note
It takes time to receive a GPS signal after
the built-in battery is fully discharged or after
resetting the unit.
On this positioning system
The system has a function that allows the
car’s current position to be correctly
displayed even at locations where the GPS
signal is temporarily interrupted or poorly
received, as when going under an
overpass. To activate this function, do the
following.
– Attach the unit to the cradle.
– Drive for a while in an area where the
GPS signal is clearly received.
The positioning system will become ready
for operation after you have driven a little
with the unit on.
Notes
•The accuracy of this function may
deteriorate if the unit is installed near a
heated or heat-reflecting windshield.
•Depending on the conditions, the car’s
current position or the movement may not
be accurately displayed. This, however,
will be corrected as soon as the GPS
signal reception resumes.
•This function is available only during route
guidance.
On the software
Read the “END-USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT” carefully before use.
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Location of controls
Read the explanations below while
referring to the illustrations on the flap.
Refer to the pages listed for details.
aScreen buttons 17
bDisplay window/touch screen
cCHG (battery charge)
indicator
Lights up in red while charging.
d?/1(on/standby) button 10
To turn the unit on/off.
eRESET button 30
fSpeaker
Outputs guidance and warnings.
gMemory Stick Duo slot
For “Memory Stick Duo” insertion
for functional expansion.
hCradle connector
iAuto dimmer sensor
This sensor automatically adjusts
the brightness of the display in
response to the brightness of the
surroundings.
jUSB jack 22
To connect to a computer with the
USB cable.
kDC IN 5 - 5.2V jack
To connect to the AC power adapter
or the car battery adapter.
AMicrophone (only for models with built-in
BLUETOOTH wireless technology)
To talk on the telephone using the
BLUETOOTH function. For details, see
the supplied “BLUETOOTH Hands-free
Manual.”
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Turning the unit on
The unit’s built-in battery is not
charged at the time of purchase.
When there is no battery power,
connect the AC power adapter or the
car battery adapter to charge the
battery or to operate the navigation
system (the system can be operated
while the battery is being charged).
Press ?/1 (4).
The display appears as follows.
During route guidance, the map display
appears.
In other cases, the top menu appears.
To turn the unit off
Press ?/1 (4).
The unit enters standby mode for
minimum power consumption.
Note
Be sure to take the unit out of the cradle and
disconnect the car battery adapter when the
unit is not in use to prevent car battery drain.
Performing initial setup
The following contents can be set up by
the Startup Configuration Wizard.
– Language
– Distance format
–Brightness
– Time format
– Address input method
– Home address
– Home phone number (BLUETOOTH
models only, such as the NV-U81)
Follow the on-screen instructions to
perform the setup.
These settings can then be further
configured in the setting menu at any
time (page 20).
Note
The current time setting (including time
zone of current region and daylight saving
time/standard time) is automatically set after
GPS signals are received correctly.
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Receiving GPS signals
After the initial installation, park your
car in a safe, open place (no high
buildings, etc.) for up to 20 minutes to
allow for GPS signals to be received
before using the navigation system. The
system requires signals from a
minimum of 3 GPS satellites to
calculate the current car position
properly.
*The icon shows the GPS signal reception
condition. The indicator lights up in
red when the signal cannot be received.
Basic Operations
Common procedures to operate the
system are explained.
General operations can be performed on
the touch screen. Touch the displayed
icons with your finger gently.
Note
Do not press the display with excessive
force, or use any sharp article, such as a
pen, etc., to tap on the display.
Menu operations
The top menu appears when turning on
the unit by pressing ?/1 (except during
route guidance, in which case the map
appears).
To show the top menu from the map
display, touch the map.
GPS status indicator*
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To return to the top menu from any
menu display, touch “VOICE/POS,”
then touch the map.
You can set items in the menu by the
following procedures.
1Show the top menu.
2Touch “More....”
3Touch “Settings.”
The list of setting categories
appears.
4Touch a desired setting
category.
The list of setting items in the
selected category appears.
E.g.: when selecting the default map
view
Touch “General Settings” c
“Navigation View” c“2D” or “3D.”
During menu operation:
To return to the previous display, touch
or .
To cancel the menu selection, touch
“VOICE/POS” (the current car position
display appears).
Note
The items on the menu and setting
operations differ depending on the selected
menu item.
Gesture Command
operation
In map displays (except in map
scrolling mode), by assigning a screen
finger stroke such as line, etc.,
frequently-used operations can be
performed easily. This is called Gesture
Command operation.
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*For details on Quick Links, see pages 16
and 20.
Keyboard operations
The keyboard display appears when you
need to enter text.
You need only enter characters in upper
case, as the system automatically
converts them to appropriate characters.
You can enter special characters when
necessary.
Keyboard display
To Draw
start navigation to
your home
a circumflex.
start navigation to
the nearest POI
stored on Quick
Links*
Quick Link 1
horizontal line
(left to right).
Quick Link 2
vertical line
(downward).
Quick Link 3
horizontal line
(right to left).
Make a call to
your home
(BLUETOOTH
models only, such
as the NV-U81)
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Candidates/entry field
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*The candidate list automatically appears
when candidates are narrowed down as
you continue inputting characters.
Route Searching
The system searches for routes
automatically after setting the
destination.
Before starting, check that GPS signals
are sufficient for navigation (page 11).
Setting the destination
and starting guidance
The procedure for searching for the
route and starting route guidance is
explained.
The following is an example of how to
set the destination by its address in the
given conditions below (configured at
the Startup Configuration Wizard or in
the setting menu).
– Selected address input method:
“Step-by-Step Input”
For details on setting the destination in
other ways, see “Setting the destination
in other ways” on page 16.
For your safety, park your car in a safe
place, then enter the destination
information before starting a journey.
To Touch
enter an
alphabetical
character
the desired
character key.
enter a special
character “ÂÄÁ” to switch to the special character
keyboard, then the
desired character;
and “ABC” to
switch back.
enter a number “123” to switch to
the numeric
keyboard, then the
desired number key;
and “ABC” to
switch back.
enter a space “Spc”/“Space”
delete a character “Backspace”
show the
candidate list* “List”
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1Show the top menu.
In the map display, touch the map.
In the menu display, touch “VOICE/
POS,” then touch the map.
2Select “Navigate.”
3Select “Enter Address,” then
input the address details.
Input the items in the order below,
and touch “OK” or the candidate in
the list to proceed.
For details on how to input
characters, see “Keyboard
operations” on page 13.
1“Country / State”
2“City / Zip / Postal Code”
3“Street / Destination”
4“No.” or “Cross Street”*
The address confirmation display
appears.
*Selectable only if existent in the
selected street.
4Select “Calculate Route.”
The map display appears, the route
is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
To fine adjust the destination
point
You can jump from the address
confirmation display to the map
scrolling mode, and fine adjust the
destination point.
1Touch to switch to the map
scrolling mode.
2Drag the screen to adjust the
destination point.
3Touch to display the map
scrolling mode menu.
4Select “Navigate to Here” to start the
route guidance.
For details on operations in the map
scrolling mode, see “Map scrolling
mode” on page 19.
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Setting the destination in
other ways
You can also set the destination and
search for routes by the following
methods.
From the top menu, select the items in
the following order, then “Calculate
Route” (if necessary).
For details, see the supplied PDF
manual.
Points of Interest
Searches for routes to a POI, such as
restaurant, hotel, etc., near the current
car position.
Select “Points of Interest,” then any of
the following options.
“Quick Link 1 - 3”
Searches for routes to the nearest POI
of the category stored on Quick Links.
Categories on Quick Links can be
customized in the setting menu
(page 20).
“Enter Name”
Enter the name of the POI directly.
“Pick Category”
Select the desired POI category from
the list.
Take Me Home
Searches for routes to your home when
it is registered.
Navigate
The destination can be set by the
following methods.
“Address Book”
Searches for routes to a saved
destination point.
“Navigate” c“Address Book”
“Recent Destinations”
Searches for routes to recently
searched destinations.
“Navigate” c“Recent Destinations”
“POI Search Nationwide”
Searches for routes to a POI, such as
airport, etc., within the specified
country.
“Navigate” c“POI Search
Nationwide”
“POI Search City”
Searches for routes to POI, such as
restaurant, hotel, etc., within the
specified city.
“Navigate” c“POI Search City”
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Guidance displays
Once a route has been calculated, visual
guidance navigates you to the
destination along with audio guidance.
Information on map tool menu
1To select a map display (Map, DR,
or Map+DR).
For details on DR, see “Dynamic
Route Information display (DR)” on
page 19.
2During route guidance:
To hear the next voice guidance.
In map scrolling mode:
To switch to the current car position
display.
3To view detailed TMC information.*
4To adjust the voice guidance
volume.
5To show option menu.
6To switch to map scrolling mode.
*When the supplied (or optional) TMC
cradle is used, this appears only when the
route that has been found is congested.
2D Map display
Straight-ahead driving (during route
guidance)
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Straight-ahead driving (in other cases)
Approaching an intersection
Approaching an intersection (closer)
AIndicators
Current time/GPS status/Battery
condition/TMC status*/
BLUETOOTH status
For details, see the supplied PDF
manual.
BDistance to/ETA (Estimated Time of
Arrival) at destination
CDistance to next turn
DCurrent street name
ENext street name
FCurrent position
GTo indicate where north is.
HCurrent direction/current speed
INext turn instruction
JBar indication of distance to next
turn
KInstruction after next
*This indicator appears when the supplied
(or optional) TMC cradle is used.
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3D Map display
You can set the 3D map display in the
setting menu (page 20).
Dynamic Route Information
display (DR)
This display shows the distance to the
destination, POI information, etc.
For details, see the supplied PDF
manual.
Route display
You can view the entire route to the
destination.
To display, select “Options” c“Show
Route.”
Map scrolling mode
You can switch to map scrolling mode
from map display by touching ,
whether during route guidance or not.
In map scrolling mode, the cross-hair is
displayed on the map, and you can drag
the screen to scroll the map.
Touch / to adjust map scale.
Place the intersection of the cross-hair
on a desired point, then touch to
show the map scrolling mode menu,
where you can set the point as a
destination, etc.
Touch to switch from map scrolling
mode to the current car position display.
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System Settings
Various settings related to the system
and memory are configurable.
From the top menu, select “More...” c
“Settings” cthe desired category cthe
desired item below to make each
setting.
Several representative setting items in
each category are introduced here as
examples.
For details, see the supplied PDF
manual.
General Settings
Navigation View (to select the default
map view (2D or 3D)), Show Distance/
ETA to Destination (to show/do not
show the distance to and ETA
(Estimated Time of Arrival) at the
destination), etc.
Map Settings
Current Map (to select a map stored in
the unit).
POI Settings
Show POIs (to show/do not show each
POI), Quick Link 1 - 3 (to store 3
frequently-used POI categories, which
can be used as shortcuts when setting
the destination).
Route Profile
Type of Route (to select the route search
preference), Freeways (to allow/avoid/
forbid freeways/highways), etc.
Note
Warnings given according to map
information may not always be correct due
to road works, etc. Traffic situations and
road regulations take absolute precedence
over information given by the navigation
system.
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