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Map MatchingObtaining a Navigation DVD
23-94Navigation System
General Troubleshooting Information (cont’d)
Navigation system is unable acquire a
Move vehicle to another location
Turn the ignition switch off
Disconnect the battery for 30
minutes to clear the GPS receiver’s
memory
Reconnect the battery and follow
the screen prompts proper GPS signal.
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.
After 30 minutes with this screen displayed, turn off the
engine, then restart the vehicle. 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 23-122).
To bypass the GPS acquire screens, press and hold the Menu, and Zoom out keys at the same time.
Touch the Return button on the screen to exit the
diagnostic mode. This allows you to continue
troubleshooting while in the shop.
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 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 2 ways to purchase one.
You can either call 888-291-4675, or order on-line at
www.hondanavi.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, or older vesions with a white label)
Map software programs manufactured by other companies
DVD movies, or DVDs containing audio recordings
Copies of an original Navigation DVD
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 customers future free updates.
There are no free programs for updating the
navigation DVD. Update DVDs are generally available
for purchase each fall. The on-time DVD order site
provides information when an update for a particular
color DVD is available, damaged discs are not
warrantable.
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How to Answer Client Questions About
Navigation CoveragePrecaution 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?
FAQsWhy are some features different or missing compared
to my previous Honda vehicle?
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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),
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 lager metropolitan city name.
If the address is shown in a later year vehicle, but not
your client’s vehicle, you might want to 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, you enter a year and model, and 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 client’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 on-line DVD order site, by clicking on the link (see ORDERING A DVD). 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 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 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, by chance, a newer version is loaded accidentally,
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.
Hardware and software continually go through updates
and improvements. Features may change or disappear
over time based on the navigation system development.
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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 client concern.
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Navigation Unit
Calculation of Vehicle Position
Map Matching Tuning
GPS Tuning
Distance Tuning
Route Guidance
Audio Guidance
DVD-ROM
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The navigation unit calculates the vehicle position and guides you to the destination. The unit performs map matching
correction, GPS correction, and distance tuning. It also controls the menu functions and the DVD-ROM drive, and
interprets voice commands. With control of all these items, the navigation unit makes the navigation picture signal,
then it transmits the signal to the navigation display and audio driving instructions to the audio unit.
The navigation unit calculates the vehicle position (the driving direction and the current position) by receiving the
directional change signals from the yaw rate sensor and the travel distance signals from the PCMs vehicle speed pulse
(VSP) signal.
The map matching tuning is accomplished by indicating the vehicle position on the roads on the map. The map data
transmitted from the DVD-ROM is checked against the vehicle position data, and the vehicle position is indicated on
the nearest road. Map matching tuning does not occur when the vehicle travels on a road not shown on the map, or
when the vehicle position is far away from a road on the map.
The GPS tuning is accomplished by indicating the vehicle position as the GPS’s vehicle position. The navigation unit
compares its calculated vehicle position data with the GPS vehicle position data. If there is large difference between
the two, the indicated vehicle position is adjusted to the GPS vehicle position.
The distance tuning reduces the difference between the travel distance signal from the VSP and the distance data on
the map. The navigation unit compares its calculated vehicle position data with the GPS vehicle position data. The
navigation unit then decreases the tuning value when the vehicle position is always ahead of the GPS vehicle position,
and it increases the tuning value when the vehicle position is always behind the GPS vehicle position.
The navigation unit can calculate different routes to a selected destination. You have five options:
Direct Route Calculate a route that is the most direct.
Easy Route Calculate a route that minimizes the number of turns needed.
Minimize Freeways Calculate a route that avoids freeway travel. If that is not possible, keep the am ount of
freeway travel to a minimum.
Minimize Toll Roads Calculate a route that avoids, or minimizes travel on toll roads.
Maximize Freeways Calculate a route that uses freeways as much as possible.
The navigation unit transmits audio driving instructions before entering an intersection or passing a junction.
The audio instructions come through the audio unit to the front speakers.
NOTE: The front speakers are muted whenever the navigation system is giving guidance commands, and all of the
speakers are muted when the voice control system is being used.
The map data (including all scale rates) is stored in the DVD-ROM. The map data includes: Road distances, road widths, speed limits, traffic regulations, passing time at junction, distances to junctions, and the driving instructions for audio guidance.
Latitude and longitude GPS.
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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 Off route This occurs when the user leaves mapped roads. Off road tracking dots (bread-crumbs) are displayed if
the option is enabled 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 they have not been verified.
Paired Linking your cell phone to the HFL.
PC Card slot 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 23-135).
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 all 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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Display day/night mode does not work or
does not work properly System locks up or freezes constantly
YES
NO
YES
NO YES
NO
23-12823-128Navigation System
Symptom Troubleshooting (cont’d)
NOTE:
Check the vehicle battery condition first.
Check the connectors for poor connection or loose terminals.
Before troubleshooting, get the navigation system anti-theft code.
After troubleshooting, enter the navigation system anti-theft code.
Full brightness on the instrument panel brightness control with the head lights turned on causes the
system to stay in the day mode, even when the lights
are on.
1. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is not on full brightness. Turn the headlights on and
adjust the dash brightness to the middle range.
2. Change the day/night mode under Set-up to AUTO, and recheck.
The system is OK at this time.
Go to step 3.
3. Go into the Diagnostic Menu and use the Car Status test to check for an ILL signal (see page 23-141).
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155).
Check the ILL circuit between the
navigation unit and the No. 14 (7.5 A) fuse in the
under-dash fuse/relay box. NOTE:
Check the vehicle battery condition first.
Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
1. Start the engine and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
The system is OK at this time.
Check the DVD for scratches or damage, and
the navigation unit for water damage. If OK, go into
the Diagnostic Menu and do all of the Unit Check
tests (see page 23-139). Also check for low battery
charge or poor charging system performance.
Does t he d i spl ay change t o d ay and ni ght mod es w hen t ur ni ng t he head l i ght s on and of f ?
I s t he I LL si gnal OK ? Does the system reboot?
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Globe Screen) appears every time the vehicle
is started Start-up procedure and Diagnosis Menu
YES
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YES
NO
YES
NO
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System Diagnostic Mode
Select Diagnosis Items
Navi System
Monitor Check Unit Check
Car Status GPS Information
Yaw Rate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
VersionReturn
DIAGNOSTIC MENU SCREEN
NOTE: The navigation DVD and the navigation unit are
correct for the vehicle, but earlier and possibly later
versions of the navigation software may have been
installed. When this happens, the software may not be
recognized by the navigation unit, and could cause the
navigation unit to revert to an Acura model profile.
1. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-155) and verify that the part number printed on the
navigation unit label is the correct one for the year/
model vehicle you are working on.
Go to step 2.
Replace the navigation unit with the correct
unit for the year/model vehicle you are working
on.
2. Reinstall the navigation unit.
3. Remove the navigation DVD (see page 23-155).
4. Note the software version marked on the navigation DVD label and verify if it is the correct
version for the vehicle year/model you are working
on by checking any official Honda service website
for more service information about the navigation
system and navigation software.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155).
Go to step 5.
5. Obtain the correct version DVD (see page 23-94), and install it.
The problem is resolved, troubleshooting is
complete. The system still shows an Honda Globe
Screen. Replace the navigation unit (see page
23-155). 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Press and hold the Menu, the Map/Guide, and the
Cancel buttons, for about 3 seconds. The display
screen then goes directly to the Diagnostic Menu.
2. After the display changes to the Diagnostic Menu, select the item you want to check, and the test
begins. To return to the previous screen, select
Return.
Navi System (Link)
Monitor Check
Unit Check
Car Status
GPS Information
YawRate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
Version
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I s t he sof t w ar e v er si on mar k ed on t he nav i gat i onDV D l abel t he cor r ect one f or t he v ehi cl e y ear /mod el y ou ar e w or k i ng on?
Does t he nav i gat i on sy st em boot -up w i t h t he Acur aGl obe Scr een?
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YES
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NO
YES
NO
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System Diagnostic Mode
Select Diagnosis Items
Navi System
Monitor Check Unit Check
Car Status GPS Information
Yaw Rate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
VersionReturn
DIAGNOSTIC MENU SCREEN
NOTE: The navigation DVD and the navigation unit are
correct for the vehicle, but earlier and possibly later
versions of the navigation software may have been
installed. When this happens, the software may not be
recognized by the navigation unit, and could cause the
navigation unit to revert to an Acura model profile.
1. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-155) and verify that the part number printed on the
navigation unit label is the correct one for the year/
model vehicle you are working on.
Go to step 2.
Replace the navigation unit with the correct
unit for the year/model vehicle you are working
on.
2. Reinstall the navigation unit.
3. Remove the navigation DVD (see page 23-155).
4. Note the software version marked on the navigation DVD label and verify if it is the correct
version for the vehicle year/model you are working
on by checking any official Honda service website
for more service information about the navigation
system and navigation software.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155).
Go to step 5.
5. Obtain the correct version DVD (see page 23-94), and install it.
The problem is resolved, troubleshooting is
complete. The system still shows an Honda Globe
Screen. Replace the navigation unit (see page
23-155). 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Press and hold the Menu, the Map/Guide, and the
Cancel buttons, for about 3 seconds. The display
screen then goes directly to the Diagnostic Menu.
2. After the display changes to the Diagnostic Menu, select the item you want to check, and the test
begins. To return to the previous screen, select
Return.
Navi System (Link)
Monitor Check
Unit Check
Car Status
GPS Information
YawRate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
Version
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I s t he cor r ect nav i gat i on uni t i nst al l ed based ont he par t number ?
I s t he sof t w ar e v er si on mar k ed on t he nav i gat i onDV D l abel t he cor r ect one f or t he v ehi cl e y ear /mod el y ou ar e w or k i ng on?
Does t he nav i gat i on sy st em boot -up w i t h t he Acur aGl obe Scr een?
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