2008 MAZDA MODEL 6 Owners Manual (in English)

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Contents
Preparation
nBefore Use
Accessories ........................................................................................ 2
Laser products: .................................................................................. 2
Contents ........................................................................\
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Safety Information .............................................................................. 6
Introduction ........................................................................................ 8
(Use This Product Safety), (Navigation System), (Screens),
(LCD (Liquid crystal display))
Names and Functions ...................................................................... 10
Immediate use
nGetting startedlActivation....................................................................................... 12(Removing the Map Disc), (Buttons on the screen)
lMenu ........................................................................\
..................... 14lSet Clock ........................................................................\
............... 15lNavigation Set Up ........................................................................\
. 16(User Setting), (Quick POI Selection), (Language), (Map Configuration),
(Calibration), (Restore System Defaults)
l
Screen Names and Functions....................................................... 25(Screens Before Setting Route), (Screens During Route Guidance),
(Screen adjustments and settings)
l
Screen change ........................................................................\
...... 27(Changing the Map Orientation/Scale)
nRoutinglDestination Entry and Route Search............................................. 28(Change (Change Search Area)), (Address), (Point of interest),
(Emergency), (Memory Point), (Home), (Preset Destination),
(Previous Destination), (Intersection), (Freeway On/Off Ramp),
(Coordinates), (Select from map)
l
Quick POI ........................................................................\
.............. 36(Displaying POI(s) on a Map), (Local Search), (Deleting POI Markers),
(Showing POI Data)
l
Character Entry .........................................................................\
.... 37(To enter the street name, city name, and other.),
(To enter the house phone number, and other.)
l
Direct Destination Input................................................................. 38(Direct Destination Input), (Selecting Route)
lPOI Icons on Maps / Delete Destination ....................................... 39(POI (Point of Interest) Icons), (Delete destination)
lRoute Options ........................................................................\
....... 40(Route Preferences), (Modification of Destination or Way Point Positions),
(Deletion of Destination or Way Points), (Detour), (Turn List),
(Display Preview), (Route Preview)
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nAddress BooklAddress Book ........................................................................\
........ 44(Memory Point Storage), (Memory Point Confirmation and Modification),
(Preset Destinations or Home storage), (Memory Point Deletion), (All Memory
Point Deletion), (Displays Icons at Memory Points), (Avoid Area Storage),
(Avoid Area Confirmation and Modification), (Avoid Area Deletion),
(All Avoid Area Deletion), (Category Name Modification), (Previous
Destination Deletion), (All Preset Destination Deletion)
n
Voice RecognitionlVoice Recognition ........................................................................\
.. 48(Voice Recognition Structure), (Select the Language),
(Basic Usage Pattern), (Cancel Voice Recognition), (Voice Recognition
Command)
n
Volume AdjustmentlVolume Adjustment........................................................................ 50
If necessary
nIf necessarylPrecautions/System Performance ................................................. 51(Voice Guidance), (GPS), (Map Matching), (Positioning Accuracy),
(Route Guide), (Route Search)
l
Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
..... 55(Verification First), (Error Messages)
lMaintenance ........................................................................\
.......... 58(Care of the Product), (Handling and Care of Map Discs)
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Safety Infor mation
n
Read this owner’s manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system.
It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions
given in this manual.
n This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product safely and to alert you to potential
dangers resulting from improper connections and operation. The meanings of the pictographs are
explained below. It is important that you fully understand the pictographs and explanations in order to
use this manual and the system properly.
WarningWarning
The presence of this Warning symbol in the text is intended to
alert you to the importance of heeding the operation
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in
severe injury or death.
nDo not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system
while driving.
Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time
spent on viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving.
Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can
cause accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake
before operating the system.
n
Always obey local traffic regulations. Your guided route may include roads that are not open to vehicles or are closed due to
traffic regulations. Comply with the local traffic regulations and take another route.
n
Do not use the unit when it is out of order.If the unit is out of order (no image, no sound) or in an abnormal state (has foreign matter
in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or smells), then turn it off immediately and consult
with an Expert dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Using the unit in an
out-of-order condition may lead to accidents, fires, or electric shocks.
n
Use the proper power supply. This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded 12 V DC battery system.
n
Do not disassemble. Do not disassemble the product or attempt to repair it yourself. If the product needs to be
repaired, take it to an Expert dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Warnings
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CautionCaution
The presence of this Caution symbol in the text is intended to
alert you to the importance of heeding the operation
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in injury
or material damage.
nDo not use the product where it is exposed to water, moisture, or dust. Exposure to water, moisture, or dust may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit.
Make especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
n
Keep the voice guidance volume at an appropriate level. Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions while driving.
n
Protect the Deck Mechanism.Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
n
This navigation system is designed exclusively for use in automobiles.This navigation system should only be installed in an automobile. Do not install it in a
ship, aircraft, or any other vehicles except an automobile. Do not use it detached from the
vehicle.
n
Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be caught in the unit. To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc
slot. Especially watch out for infants.
Cautions
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Introduction
nExtremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operationThe inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended
periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine turned off. The navigation system
may not operate normally under such circumstances. Turn off the navigation system until
the inside of the vehicle has cooled down or warmed up. If the system does not operate
thereafter, consult an Authorized Dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
This navigation system utilizes GPS* satellite signals, a speed sensor and gyrosensor to track
and display your vehicle’s current position, and to guide you from your starting point to your
destination along a calculated route.
* : GPS (Global Positioning System) is a position detecting system utilizing the signals\
from GPS satellites
deployed by the U.S. Defense Department.
Screens displayed in this manual may differ from those on the actual display.
Direct sunlight or other outside light sources makes it difficult to view the images on the display.
For moonroof-equipped vehicles, close the sunshade to better view the display.
Use This Product Safety
Navigation System
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LCD (Liquid crystal display)
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Names and Functions
l
To remove the remote control from the cradle press
l When placing the remote control back in the cradle, press it until you hear it engage. PUSH
Joystick
lSelects items
by tilting it up, down, right, and left.
l Scrolls map.
ZOOM key
Changes the map scale.( page 27)
RET key
Returns to the previous screen.
VOICE key
lInitiates vocal guidance for route
manoeuvres.
l Adjusts screen quality.
( page 26)
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