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Coverage Areas
Map Coverage
The system provides map coverage for the lower 48 U.S. states, Hawaii, and southern Canada. The U.S. map coverage consists of accurately mapped (verified) metropolitan areas (in the following list) and a less accurate (unverified) rural database. Canada coverage consists of major metropolitan areas and major ro ads connecting the metropolitan areas within about 100 miles north of the U.S. border. If you need additional northern Canada coverage, you may purchase the Canadian DVD (see Obtaining a Navigation Update DVD on page 105). See Map Overview on page 6 for a discussion of map coverage.
The cities and metropolitan areas in the following list are fully mapped. Only major streets, roads, and freeways have been verified outside these areas. If your route passes through these areas, routing may be limited, depending on your routing choices. See Unverified Area Routing on page 85.
If you desire additional map coverage information, contact Honda Customer Services or go to www.hondanavi.com.
U.S. Detailed Coverage Areas
Alabama
Auburn-Opelika Birmingham/TuscaloosaHuntsvilleMobileMontgomery
Arizona
Phoenix Metro PrescottSedonaTucsonYuma
Arkansas
Fayetteville Fort SmithHot SpringsLittle RockPine Bluff
California
Central Valley - including Fresno, Merced, Modesto, and StocktonHumboldtLos Angeles/San Diego Metro
Mammoth Lakes Sacramento MetroSan Francisco Bay (approximately Monterey to Sonoma) – including Monterey County and HollisterSouthern California Area - including Bakersfield and San Luis ObispoYuba
Colorado
Denver/Boulder/Colorado Springs/ Ski Resorts Metro area – including Ft. CollinsGrand Junction
Connecticut
Bridgeport DanburyHartford MetroNew Haven MetroNorwalkStamford
Delaware
Entire state – including Dover, Wilmington Metro area, New Castle County
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Coverage Areas
Operation in Alaska and
Hawaii
Certain functions that rely on a satellite signal will not work in Alaska and Hawaii. These functions include but are not limited to XM radio, automatic clock updates, and time zone adjustments.
Alaska
If the vehicle was purchased in the lower 48 states and driven to Alaska, the system cannot display maps. The message “Vehicle is out of the database...” will be displayed.
Hawaii
This section describes the differences in navigation system operation for vehicles delivered in Hawaii.
XM Radio
Navigation-equipped vehicles delivered to Hawaii are equipped with XM hardware, but XM broadcasting is not available; therefore sections of the manual that mention XM audio do not apply. Vehicles originally delivered to the U.S. mainland and shipped to Hawaii also have XM, but will not function because the XM satellites (aimed toward the U.S. mainland) are too far away to obtain reception.
Map Coverage
All roads displayed on the Hawaii map screens are detailed coverage roads. Text related to “unverified” roads or areas are not applicable. The following topics do not apply in Hawaii:
• Unverified road descriptions (see page 6 and 85).
• Cautions and pop-up windows related to unverified roads (see page 63).
• Setup entries that relate to turning on or off unverified routing (see page 86).
• When zooming in and out, there is no 350-mile scale for Hawaii.
Other Map Issues
• See the coverage section for a list of islands with coverage (see page 109).
• Freeway Exit information does not exist in Hawaii, so the “Freeway Exit Info” icon is not shown on the icon bar.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Guidance, Routing
Problem Solution
The navigation does not route me the same way I would go, or the way some other mapping progr am displays. Why is this? The navigation system attempts to generate the optimum route. See Changing the Routing Method on page 47.
Why is the street I’m on not s hown on the map? It has been here for more than a year. The mapping database is constantly undergoing revision. See page 105 for ways to obtain the latest de tailed coverage information.
The vehicle position icon is not following the road, and the “GPS icon” text in the upper left hand corner of the screen is white or missing.
• The GPS antenna (located under th e center of the dashboard) may be blocked by personal items. For best reception, remove items from the dashboard, such as radar detector s, cell phones, or loose articles. • Metallic tinting or other aftermarke t devices can interfere with the GPS reception. Please see your dealer. Also see System Limitations on page 100.
I entered a destination, but th e blue highlighted route and voice guidance stopped, or turned into a blue/pink dashed line before I got to my dest ination. Why is this?
Your route has entered an unverified area. See Unverified Area Routing on page 85.
The map rotates while I make turns. How can I stop this? Select the North-up map orientation by voice, or by touching the map orientation icon on the map screen. See Map Orientation on page 56.
Sometimes, I cannot select between the North-up and Heading-up map orienta tions. Why is this? The Heading-up map orient ation can only be shown in the lower scales (1/20 - 1 mile scales). See Map Scale on page 55.
While driving to my destinati on, the “time to go” display sometimes increases, even though I am getting closer. The “Time to go” is based on actual road speeds. However if your speed slows down when you encounter slower traffic, the system updates the “Time to go” based on your actual spee d to give you a better estimate of arrival time.
The vehicle position icon on the map “lags” a short distance behind, especially when I arrive at an intersection. Is there anything wrong?
No. When at an intersection, the syst em is unaware of the width of the intersecting road. Large differences in vehicle position can indicate a temporary loss of the GPS signal. See GPS Reception Issues on page 100.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ordering a Navigation DVD, Coverage, Map Errors, Limitations
Problem Solution
I want to buy a new DVD. How do I purchase one ? You cannot obtain a new DVD from the dealer. See Obtaining a Navigation Update DVD on page 105.
I want to order a DVD. How ca n I determine the DVD version in my navigation system? The version is on the label of your DVD. It starts with “Ver:.” See Changing the DVD on page 106.
I got a navigation DVD from a friend or an online source, but it does not work. Why? Your vehicle was designed to use a turquoise (blue/green) DVD. DVDs with differently colored labels or from different manufacturers will not operate correctly. Always obtain DVD s from the DVD order desk. See page 105.
When is my city going to become part of a fully verified detailed coverage area? The mapping database vendor is cons tantly revising map coverage. See page 105 for ways to obtain the latest detailed coverage information.
Will the navigation system work outside North America? The navi gation system contains maps only for the lower 48 U.S. states, Hawaii, and portions of s outhern Canada. The system will not work in Mexico, Alaska, or ove rseas. Canada coverage is limited. See Map Coverage on page 109.
I moved my vehicle from the U.S. mainland to Hawaii (or from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland). Why does my navigation system not show the correct map?
The coverage area (Hawai i or U.S. mainland) must be selected by your dealer.
Can I play video DVDs in my navigation system? No. The navigation system is designed only to read the turquoise (blue/ green) DVD provided with your vehi cle. Map discs for other vehicle manufacturers or PC map programs will not work.
I found some errors in the database. How do I report them? Mi nor errors are bound to occur in a large database. If you encounter major errors, you can report them follow ing the instructions on page 104.
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Glossary
Glossary
The following is a glossary of terms pertaining to the voice recognition navigation system.
Avoid Area - Areas you wish to avoid can be entered into the system, and will be avoided while routing.
Breadcrumbs - Off-road tracking dots that can be followe d on the map to retrace your route back to a mapped (digitized) road. This function can be turned on/off in Setup screen (second).
Compact Flash - A media chip that can be used with a PC card adaptor to play audio music files.
Database - This consists of the map data, and the POI (Points of Interest) data stored on the DVD.
DCA - Detailed Coverage Area. The main metropolitan areas in the lower 48 U.S. states, Hawaii, and southern Canada are mapped to this level. See page 109 for a list of these areas.
Digital Audio Card Reader - The PC card slot accepts a PCMCIA adaptor with a flash memory chip (see page 107).
Digitized Road - A road that appears on the navigation screen. The road name will appear at the bottom of the navigation screen. If the user drives “off road,” the navigation system will display “breadcrumbs,” depending on how far you drive from a mapped road.
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 Disc. The navigation program and database resides on this disc. For information on how to order a replacement or update DVD, see page 105.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions. See page 125 for a list of customer FAQs and troubleshootin g information.
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.
GPS Antenna - Located under the dashboard. Electronic items operating in this general location can interfere with the GPS signal.
HFL - Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. Your vehicle is equipped with this feature, which uses Bluetooth technology as a wireless link between the vehicle and your Bluetooth-compatible cell phone.
Icon - Symbol representing Points of Interest (POI) that can be displayed on the map.
Initialization - This refers to the period needed to reacquire the GPS satellite orbital information whenever the navigation system power has been disconnected. This can take 10 to 45 minutes with the vehicle out in an open area.
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Index
N
Name.................................32, 36, 79
NAVI BACK button........................12
NAVI TALK button........................12
Navigation Display Commands......141
Navigation General Commands......140
O
Off-road Tracking.....................61, 92
One-Way Traffic Icon.....................57
On-Screen Commands...................146
On-Screen Commands Assist.........146
On-Screen Keyboard.......................15
P
PC Card........................................107
PC Card Voice Commands............144
Personal Information.......................78
Phone Number....................32, 37, 80
PIN Number...................................82
Place Name..............................33, 36
Place Name by Keyword...........33, 35
Places.................................22, 32, 80
Previous Destinations..........22, 41, 80
R
Radio Voice Commands............... 143
Read List....................................... 71
Recalculation................................. 84
Reporting Errors.......................... 104
Reroute.......................................... 64
Rerouting...................................... 84
Restaurant..................................... 34
Routing & Guidance....................... 84
S
Save Current Location.................... 62
Schedule........................................ 72
Screen........................................... 11
Security Code................................ 98
Selecting the City..................... 23, 28
Selecting the State or
Province............................... 23, 28
Selecting the Street................... 25, 30
Setup............................................. 75
Setup Screen (first) Commands..... 145
Shopping....................................... 34
Showing Icons on the Map........ 57, 59
Sort by Distance to Travel........ 33, 36
State.............................................. 39
Street....................................... 25, 30
System Controls............................. 10
System Function Diagram............... 21
System Information........................ 94
System Initialization....................... 98
System Limitations....................... 100
System Setup................................. 75
System Start-up.............................. 16
T
Time Adjustment........................... 96
Title.............................................. 73
Today’s Destinations................ 22, 42
Today’s Destinations List............... 42
Travel............................................ 34
Troubleshooting........................... 135
U
Unit Conversion............................. 74
Units (mile or km).......................... 94
Unverified Area Routing........... 85, 86
Unverified Streets............................ 7
Update DVD................................ 105
User Name..................................... 83
Using the Voice Control System...... 13
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