2006 ACURA CSX navigation update

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GPS Send Time
Demo Mode
Mic Level
23-148Navigation System
System Diagnostic Mode (cont’d)
Send GPS TimeReturn
GPS Time
Second
Year
Day Hour
Minute
xxxx.xx.xx xx:xx:xx
Set
xxxx
xx
Month xx
xx
xx
xx
Demo Mode
OFF
Demo
Speed Rate 150 ms ON OFFReturn
Return
Steering Switch Mic Level
Mic Level
BACK
This screen is for factory use only. It allows adjustment
of the GPS time. This display updates in real time.
 GPS Time is the time as received from the GPS satellites. It is in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
 Date, Hour, Minute, and Set should not be used.
This screen allows the navigation system to drive a
route, when the vehicle is stationary. Typical
applications include auto shows, and other events.
This feature allows a visitor to enter a destination, and
see the system drive to the destination. No speed signal
is needed.  To initiate the mode, select ON.
 Changing the speed rate in ms (millisec onds) is
optional, and represents the time between updates of
the VP (vehicle position) movement.
– When you increase the rate, the VP slows down because it is updated (moved) at a slower rate.
– When you decrease the rate, VP is faster because it is updated (moved) more frequently.
– 1500 ms is VP at its slowest in demo mode.
– 150 ms is VP at its fastest in demo mode (Default).
 At key off, the setting automatically returns to the default of Off. This diagnostic screen allows you to independently test
the microphone and the navigation TALK and BACK
buttons. They are used to activate the voice control
system. The microphone is located near the map light
in the ceiling. It is directional, and works best if the
voice is coming from the drivers seat.
 Press the navigation TALK button on the steering wheel, wait unit you hear a beep, and in a normal
voice say ‘‘testing’’. The TALK indicator on the screen
should momentarily turn green, and the text ‘‘Now
Recording...’’ should appear in yellow. If the talk
indicator on the screen does not briefly turn green,
then check the wiring from the navigation TALK
button to the navigation unit.
 If there is no Mic Level movement when you speak, then you should check the wire running from the
microphone to the navigation unit.
 If the mic level bar is full or almost full wit hout you
speaking or other back ground noise, replace the
microphone and recheck.
 PressthenavigationBACKbuttononthesteering wheel. The Cancel indicator on the screen should
momentarily turn green. If it does not briefly turn
green, then check the wiring from the steering wheel
navigation BACK button to the navigation unit.
NOTE: The mic level should reach the 6th bar.
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Error Message Table
Screen Error MessageSolution
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Navigation system is unable to acquire a proper
GPS signal.Make sure there is nothing on the dashboard blocking the GPS
antenna. If not, move the vehicle to an open space away from
tall buildings, trees, etc. Aftermarket metallic window tinting
and other aftermarket devices can affect the GPS reception.
Navigation is open or No DVD disc installed.
Please check system. Make sure the correct white-labeled navigation DVD is
installed with the label side up and the navigation display is
closed.
DVD reading error (incorrect DVD disc) place
consult your dealer. Verify correct color (white) DVD installed.
Display temp is too high. System will shut down
until display cools down. This message appears briefly when the display temperature is
too high, and the display turns off until the temperature cools
down. The system turns back on when the display cools down.
Outside temperature is low, system will take a
while to start up. The temperature is below 30 °C and the navigation ECU has
difficulties reading the navigation DVD. The system will start
up when the temperature warms up.
DVD disc reading error (unformatted), please
consult your dealer. Check the navigation DVD source for deep scratches or other
damage. Make sure you are using an official Honda
navigation DVD (white in color). The system cannot read other
mapping databases or video DVDs. Check online for any
service publications to update the navigation system.
Route has not been completed. Please try again
from a different location. Routing to or from a place (new area) that is not in the
database. Try planning a different route to or from a different
location.
No alternate route found. Original route will be
guided. No alternate route method was found. The original route will
be used.
This destination cannot be found in database. The destination was not found in the database. Try another destination nearby, or select the destination with the joystick.
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Volume does not increase with speed (with
navigation)
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NO
YES
NO
YES
NO YES
NO
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Symptom Troubleshooting (cont’d)
NAVIGATION UNIT CONNECTOR A (24P)
VSP (BLU)
NOTE: Check the vehicle battery condition first.
 Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
1. Verify the SVC mode setting in the navigation unit sound set-up.
Change the setting to Mid and retest
(see page 23-164).
Go to step 2.
2. Do the self-diagnostic function for the vehicle speed pulse indication (see page 23-190).
Substitute a known-good navigation unit
(see page 23-355), and retest. If the symptom/
indication goes away, replace the original
navigation unit.
Go to step 3.
3. Test-drive the vehicle at highway speeds, and monitor if the volume increases.
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this
time.
Go to step 4. 4. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-355) and
disconnect navigation unit connector A (24P).
NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the navigation unit to prevent damaging the CD player’s load
mechanism.
 Remove the PC card before removing the navigation unit.
5. Drive the vehicle, and have an assistant measure voltage at navigation unit connector A (24P)
terminal No. 15.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-355).
Repair open or shorts in the wire between
navigation unit connector A (24P) terminal No. 15
and ECM/PCM connector A (44P) terminal No. 29. If
no opens or shorts are found, Update the ECM/
PCM (see page 11-227) if it does not have the latest
software or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM
(see page 11-228).
Wire side of female terminals
Is the SVC set to off?
Does t he sel f -d i agnost i c f unct i on i nd i cat e a V SPsi gnal ?
Do t he v ol ume i ncr ease? Is there a 0 5 V Pulse?
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Volume does not increase with speed
(without navigation)
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AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR A (17P)
VSP (BLU)
NOTE: Check the vehicle battery condition first.
 Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
1. Test-drive the vehicle at highway speeds, and monitor if the volume increases.
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this
time.
Go to step 2.
2. Verify the SVC mode setting in the audio unit sound set-up.
Change the setting to Mid, and retest
(see page 23-164).
Go to step 3.
3. Do the self-diagnostic function for the vehicle speed pulse indication (see page 23-190).
Substitute a known-good audio unit
(see page 23-256), and retest. If the symptom/
indication goes away, replace the original audio
unit.
Go to step 4. 4. Remove the audio unit (see page 23-256) and
disconnect audio unit connector A (17P).
NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio
unit to prevent damaging the CD player’s load
mechanism.
5. Drive the vehicle, and have an assistant measure voltage at audio unit connector A (17P) terminal
No. 13.
Replace the audio unit (see page 23-256).
Repair open or shorts in the wire between
audio unit connector A (17P) terminal No. 13 and
ECM/PCM connector A (44P) terminal No. 29. If no
opens or shorts are found, Update the ECM/PCM
(see page 11-227) if it does not have the latest
software or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM
(see page 11-228).
Wire side of female terminals
Do t he v ol ume i ncr ease?
Is the SVC set to off?Does t he sel f -d i agnost i c f unct i on i nd i cat e a V SPsi gnal ? Is there a 0 5 V Pulse?
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Map MatchingObtaining A Navigation DVD
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Something is interfering with the system’s ability to
acquire its location. Check the following:
* The vehicle must be in an open area with a clear
* Remove sources of GPS interference like metallic
* Check GPS antenna cable connection.
* Restart the engine and repeat the GPS acquire view of the sky.
window tint above antenna, or electrical items
near antenna(see owner’s manual for details).
procedure. If the problem persists, see your dealer.
If this procedure is not necessary, the system proceeds
directly to the Disclaimer screen. During initialization,
the system searches for all available GPS satellites, and
obtains their orbital information. During this procedure
the vehicle should be out in the open with a clear view
of the sky.
If the navigation system finds the satellites properly,
this box clears, and changes to the Disclaimer screen. If
within 10 minutes the system fails to locate a sufficient
number of satellites to locate your position, the
following screen appears.
It this screen appears, turn off the engine, then restart
the vehicle and move it to a different location. If the
disclaimer screen appears, the GPS initialization is
complete.
NOTE:
 The average acquiring time is less than 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes.
 If the system is still unable to acquire a signal, follow the instructions on the screen. If this screen appears
again, go to troubleshooting for the GPS icon is white
or not shown (see page 23-341).
 Skip to a CSF screen by pushing the MENU and INFO buttons at the same time and can move to an System
Links screen.
This part of the initialization matches the GPS
coordinates with a road on the map screen. To do this
part of the procedure, make sure that the navigation
system is displays a map, and drive the vehicle on a
mapped road shown on the map screen. Do not enter a
destination at this time. When the name of the current
road you are driving on, appears at the bottom of the
screen, the entire procedure is complete. Your system
is now ready to use. If the Navigation DVD is lost or damaged, or you need a
yearly
updated DVD, you have two ways to purchase
one. You can either call 888-549-3798, or order on-line
at www.acura.com.
Both methods require a credit card. The DVD cannot be
ordered through the parts system. The following DVDs
will not work in this navigation system:
 Earlier model navigation DVDs (black, orange, light blue label and the older versions with a white label)
 Map software programs manufactured by other companies
 DVD movies, or DVDs containing audio recordings
Update DVDs are available for purchase usually in the
fall of each year. They may contain the following:  Enhanced maps and points of interest (POI) coverage
 Fixes for minor software bugs
 Additional features
NOTE:  Map matching must be done any time the DVD is removed or replaced.
 Always order navigation DVDs on an as-needed basis. During a typical model year, each color DVD may
undergo a half a dozen software only version
upgrades to fix minor issues on some or all models
the DVD supports. This is normal. Usually only the
letter at the end of the version number changes,
while the database (maps and POIs) remain
unchanged.
 Never promise your customer future free updates.
There are no free programs for updating the
navigation DVD. Update DVDs are generally available
for purchase each fall. The online DVD order site
provides information when an update for a particular
color DVD is available.
 Damaged discs are not covered by warranty unless they have been damaged by the navigation system.
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How to Identify Navigation DVD Versions,
and How to Inspect A DVD for Damage
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To determine the navigation version on a particular
model, start the engine, then locate the navigation unit.
Open the DVD door, and push the eject button to eject
the DVD. Hold the DVD by the edges, and check for
these items: Check any official Acura service website for more service information about the navigation DVDs.
 The DVD label color.
 Read the DVD version on the label, and note it on the repair order. The version number is near the bottom
of the label text (for example, ver: 4.23A). You will
need this version number:
– To verify that the DVD version is appropriate for the vehicle. Check any official Honda service website
for more service information.
– Any time you call Tech Line regarding a navigation system issue.
– To answer client inquires concerning update or coverage issue.
NOTE: Client’s may obtain DVDs from sources
outside the normal ordering process. If you
determine this is the case, recommend that your
customer purchase the appropriate DVD from the
Acura Disc Fulfillment Center (see ORDERING A
DVD).
– Check the underside of the DVD for signs of mishandling. Deep scratches, or random scratches,
light swirl marks, or fingerprints can cause random
lock-ups, reboots, erratic voice response, erratic
positioning errors, and DVD read or format errors.
NOTE: A damaged DVD is not covered under
warranty unless the disc is damaged by the
navigation unit. Damage by the navigation unit
typically appears as circular scratches caused by
something rubbing against the DVD as it spins. The
damage may appear as arcs or complete circles on
the DVD reading surface.
– Verify that the underside of the DVD is silver, and not a copy with a blue color. Copies will not work
properly and can cause other symptoms that mimic
hardware problems.  Incorrectly colored DVDs being put into navigation
vehicles. This causes the system to either display
error messages, or causes system malfunctions that
mimic a hardware problem. This results in the client
leaving with a malfunctioning navigation system.
 The DVD version provided to the client is out-of date or incompatible with a particular model. This
inconveniences your client by delaying the repair, or
by causing additional (and unnecessary) returns to
your dealership.
 The client experiences bugs or other issues that have already been resolved in later versions currently
available at the fulfillment desk.
If the DVD is defective, or has any of the issues
mentioned above, return the vehicle to your client and
recommend that they order the proper DVD from the
Acura Disc Fulfillment Center.
NOTE: Navigation DVDs do not come with replacement
navigation units. If you are replacing a navigation unit
because it is defective (following appropriate service
manual troubleshooting), and the DVD does not eject,
order a DVD. See Obtaining a navigation DVD.
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How to Answer Client Questions About
Navigation CoverageHow do I find the local address of a business
that is part of a national chain (for example,
Starbucks)?
Precaution on Client ‘‘Sneak Previews’’
Is my address covered by the navigation system?
Is my city covered by the navigation system?
The gas station on my corner is now a restaurant. Why
is it still incorrect in the navigation system?
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General Troubleshooting Information (cont’d)
Some clients may ask questions regarding a city,
address, or POI (point of interest) covered by the
navigation system. It is better to verify a coverage
question on an actual vehicle than to disappoint your
client by promising coverage that may be incomplete or
missing in their area. The following suggestions can be
used to answer coverage inquiries from your client.
Using a current production vehicle (of the same model),
try and enter the client’s address (street first) to see if
their area is covered. Always enter the street first,
because sometimes their city may be included in a
neighboring township, or under some larger
metropolitan city name. If the address is shown in a
later year vehicle, but not your client’s vehicle, you
might recommend that your client purchase an update.
For general questions about whether a city is covered,
view the map coverage link on the DVD order site. On
the site, select a year, and select a model, then click on
the Coverage link. You then select a state or province,
and the cities are listed. Of course, this does not
guarantee that the customer’s road or address is in the
system. Verifying on an actual production vehicle is
always the best guarantee that your information is
accurate.
For POI-related client questions, explain that
businesses are constantly moving, and there can be a
considerable lag in updating the m
illions of POIs in the
system. The database is updated annually, and the best
way to the verify whether the POI is accurate is verify
the inquiry on a current production vehicle.
Answers to these and other questions regarding
coverage can be found in these locations:
 In the Frequently Asked Questions section of the navigation system manual.
 At the online DVD order site, by clicking on the FAQs link. There are three ways to find the local address to
businesses:
 If you know the phone number of the business, select Phone Number and enter the 10 digit phone number
(area code plus seven digit number).
 Select Category, then Restaurant. Enter the keyword Star. The resulting list includes all restaurants that
have the letters Star anywhere in the name.
 Select Name and enter Starbucks. For more common business names, like McDonalds, you may have to
search through a list that includes other businesses
like McDonalds Welding, McDonalds Automotive, etc.
Your client might request a look (or sneak preview) at
features in the latest navigation software. You should
never preview a navigation DVD in a client’s vehicle.
Inserting a newer DVD installs the latest software from
the DVD into the memory of the client’s navigation
system. When the original DVD is reinstalled, the newer
software remains in memory and is often incompatible
with the client’s original DVD Map and POI database, or
software.
If your client wishes to see the latest navigation
coverage or software features, demonstrate it on an in-
stock vehicle that already has the latest DVD version.
If a newer version is loaded either by the dealer or the
client, the only remedy is to enter the navigation
diagnostic mode’s Version screen and do a forced
download. Check any official Honda service website for
more information about what patches may need
reinstalling.
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Overview
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System Description
The navigation system is a highly sophisticated, hybrid locating system.
The navigation unit uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite signals, internal yaw and vehicle speed inputs, and
a map database to show where the vehicle is and to help guide you to a desired destination.
The navigation unit’s GPS receiver receives signals from the GPS, a network of 24 satellites in orbit ar ound the earth.
By receiving signals from several of these satellites, the navigation system can determine the latitude, l ongitude, and
elevation of the vehicle.
Signals from the system’s yaw rate sensor (inside the navigation unit) detects turns, and the ECM/PCM vehicle speed
pulse (VSP) and reverse signal enable the system to keep track of the vehicle’s speed and direction of travel. The
advantage of this hybrid system is that the system can track your position if either the GPS signal or the vehicle speed
signal is missing. For instance, when in a tunnel (no GPS), the speed signal is used to update your position on the map.
Alternately, while the vehicle is being transported on a ferry, GPS signals can show the vehicle position on the map as
it crosses the water.
The navigation system uses the location, direction, and speed information to display the appropriate map and
calculate a route to the destination entered. As you drive to a destination, the system provides both visual and audio
guidance. Audio guidance is sent to the audio unit, and an RGB graphics color signal is sent to the navigation display.
This navigation system also has voice recognition that allows voice control of most of the navigation, and audio
functions. The voice control switches (navigation TALK and navigation BACK buttons on the steering wheel) activate
the voice control system. The microphone on the ce iling receives your voice commands. For more information on this
feature, consult the navigation owner’s guide.
The illumination signal is used by the navigation unit to automatically switch the display mode between the Night and
Day display modes. When the headlights are on, the dash brightness control setting full brightness overrides the Night
display mode, and allows a daytime navigation display with the lights on.
When the navigation system is giving voice guidance commands, the front speakers are muted. When the voice
control system is being used (navigation TALK button pressed), all of the speakers are muted.
The internal GA-Net II bus passes information back and forth between the navigation display, the navigation unit, and
the audio system components. The information passed on this bus are touch button commands, audio muting signal,
audio (radio and XM), and any open in these bus lines can affect the navigation system or other audio accessory
operation.
The clock on the navigation display is set and maintained by the navigation unit. The time is automatically adjusted for
daylight savings, and time zone changes while driving. The time can be adjusted in setup.
Additional information is available about the navigation components following the System Diagram. A glossary of
terms that are used throughout this section follows the detailed information.
The Navigation System Manual in the glove box covers all of the system functions and settings. Use this as a resource
when evaluating a customer concern.
The Comm.Bus connects the HFL and the navigation unit.
If a POI phone number is available, the navigation unit sends the phone number (on the calcurate route to screen) to
the HandsFreeLink control unit for dialing.
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