2006 ACURA CSX navigation update

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Glossary
Item Definition
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The following is a glossary of terms pertaining to the Voice Recognition Navigation System.Active noise cancellation
(ANC) The active noise cancellation system cancels some of the vehicle noise. This occurs in the 1,500 2,400 rpm
range. Microphones detect the low frequency sound, and the system outputs a canceling sound from the
audio speaker.
Address Book The HFL system can import a copy of the phone book from and approved HFL compatible phone and display the imported phone book on the navigation screen as the address book. See the Owner’s Manual for more
information.
B-CAN Body CAN Bus (see CAN)
Bread-crumbs (White dots) Off road tracking dots that can be followed on the map to retrace your route back to a mapped (digitized) road. This function can be turned on/off in Setup screen 1.
CAN Controller Area Network. This communication network allows processors in the vehicle to send/receive information. The fuel pulses used by the MID trip computer are received from the ECM/PCM using the F-CAN
(Fast Controller Area Network) bus.
CPU Central Processing Unit. The main device within the navigation unit that coordinates the rest of the electronic functions.
CSS Countershaft (Output) Speed Sensor. This sensor reads the output shaft speed at the transmission and provides a speed pulse to the ECM/PCM.
Database This consists of the Map data, and the POI (Points Of Interest) data stored on the DVD.
DBW Drive By Wire. Allows electrical control of the throttle without the need of a mechanical linkage.
DCA Detailed Coverage Area. Main metropolitan areas in the Lower 48 states, and Canada are mapped to this level. See the navigation system manual for a list of these areas.
DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes. Use the HDS tablet to obtain, and troubleshoot the cause of these codes.
Dead reckoning The use of the speed signal, and yaw rate sensor to position the vehicle on the map even when tall buildings, or driving in a tunnel obscures the GPS signal.
Digitized road A road that appears on the navigation screen. The road name appears at the bottom of the navigation screen. If the user drives off road, the navigation system displays not on a digitized road, and after 1/2 mile, the
bread-crumbs appear.
Disclaimer screen Screen containing cautionary information. It is meant to be read carefully, and acknowledged by the customer when using the navigation system.
DVD or DVD-ROM Digital Versatile Disk. The navigation program and database resides on this disk. See the Navigation Owner’s Manual for information on how to order a replacement or an update DVD.
ECM Engine Control Module. Typically referred to as the ECM.
FAQ Frequently Asked Questions. See the navigation system manual for a list of the customer FAQs, and troubleshooting information.
F-CAN Fast CAN Bus (see CAN)
GA-NET The GA-NET allows the audio unit to communicate with all the audio and navigation components in a vehicle. If there is an open in the GA-NET, components or the entire audio and navigation system may
appear inoperative.
GPS Global Positioning System. A network of 24 satellites in orbit around the earth. The navigation system can simultaneously receive signals from up to 12 satellites to accurately position the vehicle on the map.
HDS Honda Diagnostic System. A hand held tablet PC used for diagnosing vehicle problems. This device can be used to obtain DTC codes for diagnosis of the navigation system and CAN related problems.
HFL HandsFreeLink uses Bluetooth technology as a wireless link between it and an approved Bluetooth compatible cell phone. See Vehicle Owner’s manual or Quick Start Guide for more information.
HIP (AcuraLink) Honda Information Platform (see AcuraLink)
H/U Head Unit. The audio unit in the dash.
Initialization This refers to the period needed to re-acquire the GPS satellite orbital information whenever the navigation system power has been disconnected. This can take from 10 to 45 minutes.
Interface Dial This control device consists of a rotating knob and the buttons surrounding it. This device allows control of the navigation, audio, and climate functions displayed on the screen.
Jog Dial See interface dial.
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ItemDefinition
23-288Navigation System
System Description (cont’d)
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display (the navigation screen)
Map matching The received GPS information allows the navigation system to position the vehicle on the map. MAP
matching has occurred if the map screen displays the current street name in the bottom-shaded area.
Mic Abbreviation for the microphone used for receiving voice commands. It is located near the map light in the
ceiling. The ANC circuit may also use it to check its tuning.
MID Multi-Information Display
MW Maneuver Window. While on route to a destination, this window displays information about the next
maneuver.
Navi Abbreviation for the Navigation System.
Off-road tracking See bread-crumbs.
Off route This occurs when the user leaves mapped roads. Off road tracking dots (bread-crumbs) are displayed If the
option is enables in the setup menu. The user can use them to return to a mapped road. The bottom of the
navigation screen displays not on a digitized road.
Outlying areas These are rural areas that typically have only their main roads mapped. All other roads are shown in light
brown for reference only, since the have not been verified.
Paired Linking your call phone to the HFL.
PC Card Slot The PC Card (PCMCIA, type II) slot is for factory use only. Make sure that the sliding door is closed at all
times, if opened, an error message is displayed on the screen.
PCM Powertrain Control Module. This unit supplies the navigation system speed signal, also refered to as PCM.
PCMCIA A computer industry defined term referring to the PC Card slot standard.
PIN Personal Identification Number, a random 4 digit number created by the customer to protect personal
information.
POI Point Of Interest. These are the businesses, schools, etc. found under the places option on the main menu.
Polygon Colored areas on the map screen denoting parks, schools, etc. See the Navigation System Manual Driving to
Your Destination for a list of the assigned colors.
QWERTY Keyboard layout resembling the typewriter keys. The keyboard layout can be changed to an alphabetical
layout in the Setup mode.
SCS connector The service check signal 2-pin connector used to put the navigation system into the diagnostic mode.
Security code Code needed to activate the navigation system. You can get the security code from the in by entering the
navigation unit serial number. You can find the serial number on the diagnostic screens (unit check, Navi
ECU), or on the underside of the navigation unit.
Tuning A continual update of internal navigation system scaling factors. See the individual sensor tuning
discussions under either System Description, or System Diagnosis Mode (see page 23-297).
Unverified streets These streets have not been verified for turn restrictions, one-way, etc. They appear light brown on the map.
You can enter address destinations in these areas, but depending on your Unverified. Routing choice in
setup, voice guidance may end at the last verified street closest to your destination.
USB Universal Serial Bus. The USB is used for playing the compressed audio files (MP3, WMA, and AAC) on the
external device through the audio unit.
Verified streets These streets consist of the detailed metropolitan coverage areas, and other inter-town connection roads.
These roads are shown in black or red on the map. (interstates are red)
VP Vehicle Position. When in map mode, this circular icon shows the vehicle position on the map.
VR Voice Recognition. This allows voice control of many of the navigation functions. The hardware consists of
the microphone, voice control switch (navigation TALK/BACK buttons), and the center speaker. See the
overview for more information.
VSP Vehicle Speed Pulse. This pulse signal coming from the PCM (VIA the CSS) is used to update the Vehicle
position on the map. These pulses do not indicate direction (forward or backward). When in reverse, the
navigation receives a signal and directs the VP to move backwards on the map.
XM This device receives information from the XM satellites and passes XM audio information to the audio unit.
In addition, traffic information is sent to the navigation unit.
Yaw sensor This device is located in the navigation system control unit and senses the side-to-side twisting force
generated when the vehicle turns. See a detailed description of how this sensor works in system description.
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System Diagnostic Mode (cont’d)
Return
DownLoad
Program Flash x.xx.xxKA
Program Disc IPL x.xxx.xxx
APL
DBOOT x.x.xxx
System uCom x.xxx
Model SNRX Version
 ILL-Illumination Indication
(Connector A (24P) terminal No. 13)
a) OFF (0) when parking lights, or headlights are off
b) ON (1) when parking lights, or headlights are on
The navigation uses the signal to determine whether to
put the navigation screen into the Day or Night
brightness mode. (Setup screen 1) ILLCANCEL a) OFF (0) when the dash lights brightness control
button is less than 90 % brightness with the
headlights turned on.
b) ON (1) when the dash lights brightness control
button is more than 90 % brightness with the
headlights turned on. This screen displays the current version information for
the navigation system software. In addition, this screen
allows the loading of updated software if requested by
the factory, or instructed by a Service Bulletin. Software
may be loaded from a CD or a PC card.
 Program Flash: Displays the version of the navigation software in memory.
 Program Disc: If displayed, this value represents the version of the navi software on the navi DVD.
NOTE: The last two letters of the Program Flash or
DVD fields indicate which DVD is installed in the unit.
 IPL, APL, DBOOT, and System uCom, are all for factory use.
 Model: For this model, the field should begin with SNR
 Download: Do not touch, unless instructed by the factory.
Check any official Acura service website for more
service information about navigation DVDs.
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Vehicle icon wanders across the map when
driving (does not follow a displayed road) or
map or vehicle ICON spins
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NO YES
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NOTE:
 Check the vehicle battery condition first.
 This is not the same condition as when driving off-road (or on a fire or logging road).
 This condition is caused by a loss of map matching from a bad sensor input. Check for aftermarket or
other objects that can block the GPS signal. Always
perform Map matching (see page 23-269) before
proceeding with the troubleshooting.
 Always check for and resolve all CAN DTCs before troubleshooting the navigation system.
 Verify that the correct navigation unit is installed for this model. Go into the Diagnostic mode, and use
Version (see page 23-316).
 Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
 Check for aftermarket metallic window tinting.
 Inspect the DVD for dirt or damage.
 Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
 Before troubleshooting, make sure you have anti- theft codes for the navigation system.
 After troubleshooting, enter the anti-theft codes for the navigation system.
 Check the DVD for damage or scratches.
 Check for connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
1. Check the GPS icon on the navigation screen.
Do the troubleshooting for GPS icon is white
or not shown (see page 23-341).
Go to step 2.
2. Go into the Self-Diagnostic mode, and use the Yaw Rate diagnosis (see page 23- 314) to check the yaw
rate sensor.
Go to step 3.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-355). 3. Go into the Diagnostic mode, and use the Car
Status diagnosis (see page 23-315) to check the
vehicle speed pulse (VSP) and the BACK signals.
The problem may be a characteristic of the
system. Check to see if the problem occurs in the
same place in a known-good vehicle. If it does, the
problem could be in the database. Go to step 4.
 If the problem is the vehicle speed pulse, troubleshoot the vehicle speed signal circuit. BLU
wire for open or short. If OK, good ECM/PCM. If
the problem or symptom goes 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).
 If the BACK signal is indicated ON (I), when in any shift lever position other than reverse,
troubleshoot the back-up light switch circuit or
MICU (A/T).
4. Substitute a known-good navigation unit (see page 23-355), and check to see if the problem occurs in
thesameplace.
The problem is in the database and should
be considered a characteristic of the system.
Report the problem according to the Navigation
System Owner’s Manual under Reporting Errors
and look for improvements in future databases.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-355).
Is the GPS icon white or missing?
I s t he y aw r at e sensor OK ? Ar e t he v ehi cl e speed pul se and t he BACK si gnal s
OK ?
Does t he pr obl em occur i n t he same pl ace?
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