2012 NISSAN ALTIMA COUPE navigation system

ROUTE GUIDANCE
The main features of the NISSAN Navigation
System are visual guidance and voice guidance
in selected map coverage areas. Utilizing a net-
work of GPS (Global Positioning System)
satellites, the NISSAN Navigation System tracks
the location on the map and navigates to a pre-
ferred location.
Once you set the destination in a map coverage
area, the NISSAN Navigation System will calcu-
late a route from your current location to your
destination. The real-time map display and turn-
by-turn voice guidance leads the driver along the
route. These features can be especially helpful
when driving to unfamiliar locations.
The system may be unable to set a destination
and/or calculate a route when the destination is
outside the map coverage area. Additionally,
voice guidance may not be available if the desti-
nation is outside the map coverage area. For
more information on how to set a destination, re-
fer to Section 4.
PLACES OF INTEREST (Places) DI-
RECTORY
The NISSAN Navigation System offers an exten-
sive places of interest (Places) directory in map
coverage areas. This directory includes a wide
variety of destinations ranging from gas stations,ATMs, and restaurants to casinos, ski resorts,
shopping centers and businesses. A point of in-
terest can be searched by category, name or
phone number. After selecting a destination, the
NISSAN Navigation System will calculate a
route to that destination.
The Places directory has many uses. For
example, the directory can be sorted by the vari-
ous types of restaurants near the current
location. If an ATM or gas station is needed, the
NISSAN Navigation System can navigate to the
closest preferred location.
For more information on how to use the Places
directory, refer to section 4.
ADDRESS BOOK
The Address Book can store up to 300 locations
from map coverage areas into a personal
directory. This is especially useful for frequently
visited locations, such as clients, relatives and
friends. The Address Book function allows easy
access to frequently visited locations when set-
ting them as your destination.
For more information on how to use the Address
Book, refer to section 6.
AVOID AREA
The Avoid Area function sets areas or freeways
that the NISSAN Navigation System does not in-
clude in the suggested route when calculating
routes. For example, if a freeway or area that is
always congested with traffic.
For more information on the Avoid Area function,
refer to section 6.
XM NAVTRAFFIC
INFORMATION
When available, the XM NavTraffic Information
broadcast may help to avoid delays due to traffic
incidents. Traffic jams, roadwork, closed roads
around the current location, etc. are represented
graphically on the map by icons depicting the
nature of the event. Incidents on the route are
automatically brought to the attention when they
are approached.
The XM NavTraffic Information feature, via the
guidance mode, may help to detour around traf-
fic problems. For more information on the XM
NavTraffic Information feature, refer to section
5.
FEATURES OF THIS NAVIGATION
SYSTEM
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AUTOMATIC REROUTE
When detecting a deviation from the suggested
route, the NISSAN Navigation System will auto-
matically recalculate a new route to the
destination.
For more information on the Automatic reroute
function, refer to section 5.
DETOUR
To make a detour due to traffic conditions, the
Detour function calculates an alternative route.
The NISSAN Navigation System can calculate a
route using secondary roads that will return to
primary roads after a specified number of miles.
For more information on the Detour function, re-
fer to section 5.Birdview™
Birdview™ (3D) map, are available in the
NISSAN Navigation System. Birdview™ map
displays the map from an elevated perspective.
In Birdview™ map, it is easy to recognize an im-
age of the route because it provides a panoramic
view over a long distance.
For more information on Birdview™ map, refer to
section 3.
VOICE GUIDANCE
Route guidance is provided through voice and
visual instructions. Voice guidance announces
the appropriate directions when approaching an
intersection to turn.
For more information on voice guidance, refer to
section 5.
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DISPLAY OF CURRENT VEHICLE
LOCATION
This navigation system combines the data ob-
tained from the vehicle (by gyro sensor) and from
GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites to
calculate the current location of the vehicle. This
position is then displayed throughout route guid-
ance to a destination.
WHAT IS GPS (Global Positioning
System)?
GPS is a position detecting system that uses
satellites deployed by the U.S. government. This
navigation system receives radio signals from
three or more different satellites that orbit
13,049 miles (21,000 km) above the earth in
space, and detects the position of the vehicle by
utilizing the principle of triangulation.
Positioning adjustment
When the system judges that the vehicle posi-
tion information is not accurate based on vehicle
speed and gyro sensor data calculations, the
system will automatically adjust the position of
the vehicle icon using GPS signals.
Receiving signals from GPS satellites
The reception of GPS signals can be weak, de-
pending on the environment. Vehicles in the fol-
lowing areas/environments may not receive GPS
signals.
CURRENT VEHICLE LOCATION
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NOTE:
Route guidance provided by the navigation
system does not take carpool lane driving
into consideration, especially when car-
pool lanes are separated from other road
lanes.
INCORRECT DISPLAY OF VEHICLE
POSITION
The following cases may affect the display accu-
racy of the vehicle’s position or traveling
direction. The accuracy will return to normal if
the driving conditions return to normal.
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INFO:
● The vehicle icon may be misaligned when
starting the vehicle just after starting the
engine.
● The vehicle icon may also be misaligned if dif-
ferent sized tires or tire chains are installed.
● The system has a function that automatically
corrects the vehicle icon position when it is
misaligned from the actual position.
● Vehicle position correction by GPS may not
function when the vehicle is stopped.
● If the vehicle icon position does not return to
normal even after driving for a while, correct
the vehicle icon position manually.
“Adjusting the current vehicle loca-
tion” (page 8-13)
DETAILED MAP COVERAGE AREAS
(MCA) FOR THE NAVIGATION SYS-
TEM
This system is designed to help guiding to the
destination, and it also performs other functions
as outlined in this manual. However, the system
must be used safely and properly. Information
concerning road conditions, traffic signs and the
availability of services may not always be
up-todate. The system is not a substitute for
safe, proper and legal driving. Map data covers
select metropolitan areas in the United States
and Canada.
Map data includes two types of areas: “Detailed
coverage areas” providing all detailed road data
and other areas showing “Main roads only”.
NOTE:
Detailed map data is not available in many
areas and is generally limited to select ma-
jor metropolitan areas.
WHEN A GRAY ROAD IS DIS-
PLAYED ON THE MAP
● When you are driving on a road displayed in
gray after the vehicle has deviated from the
suggested route during route guidance, auto-
matic rerouting may not start immediately. ●
The navigation system does not provide route
guidance for roads displayed in dark green.
Therefore, if the destination is set on a road
displayed in dark green, the enlarged map
display will return to the ordinary map screen
at some point on a suggested route that is
near the destination. Also, voice guidance will
stop at some point on a suggested route that
is near the destination.
● Places information and street names near
roads displayed in gray may not be contained
in the map data.
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●There may be cases that carpool lanes are in-
cluded on a suggested route when the auto-
matic rerouting function is activated, even if
the “Use Time Restricted Roads” is turned off.
“SETTING CONDITIONS FOR
THE ROUTE CALCULATION”
(page 5-33)
● The navigation system does not provide route
guidance for roads displayed in dark green.
● If the destination is set on a dark green road,
the enlarged map display will switch to the or-
dinary map screen at some point and suggest
a route that is near the destination. The dis-
tance and direction to the endpoint of the
suggested route will be displayed in the lower
right corner of the screen. Also, at this time,
voice guidance will announce, “The route to
your destination includes roads through in-
complete map areas. Voice guidance will not
be provided in these areas”.
When approaching the endpoint of the sug-
gested route, voice guidance will announce,
“Entering the road with incomplete map
data. Please use the direction arrow and
distance information to proceed to your
destination.” To reach your destination, refer to the map
screen. Always follow actual roads and
regulations and drive safely.
● The suggested route may not be the shortest,
nor are other circumstances, such as traffic
jams, considered.
● Because of the inevitable difference in road
conditions and circumstances between the
time you use this system and the time the in-
formation was produced for the map data,
there may be discrepancies in roads and
regulations. In such cases, follow the actual
information available.
● During route calculation, the map will not
scroll, however the vehicle icon will move with
the actual vehicle’s movement.
● During route calculation, buttons such as
MAP, DEST, ZOOM OUT, and ZOOM IN will
be disabled.
● In some cases, after the calculation is
complete, the calculated route may not be im-
mediately displayed.
● Waypoints that have been passed will be dis-
regarded by rerouting calculation.
● If you scroll the map while the suggested
route is being drawn, it may take more time to
finish drawing. ●
If waypoints are set, the system calculates
multiple routes between waypoints
simultaneously, and the following may result:
– If one section between waypoints cannot be calculated, none of the route will be
displayed.
– The route may not connect completely at some waypoints.
– The route may require a U-turn close to some waypoints.
● Route calculation may not be completed in
the following cases:
– If there is no main road within a range of 1.5 miles (2.5 km) from the vehicle, a
message saying so will appear on the
screen. Try recalculating when the ve-
hicle is closer to a main road.
– If there is no main road within a range of 1.5 miles (2.5 km) from the destination or
waypoint, a message saying so will ap-
pear on the screen. Try setting the loca-
tion closer to a main road.
– If the vehicle is too close to the destina- tion or if there are no roads to the
destination, a message saying so will ap-
pear on the screen.
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HOW TO ORDER MAP DATA UP-
DATES
To order updated map data, contact the NISSAN
NAVIGATION SYSTEM HELPDESK. See the
contact information on the inside front cover of
this manual.
ABOUT THE MAP DATA
1. This map data has been prepared byHITACHI, LTD. under licence from ZENRIN
CO., LTD. and NAVTEQ. ZENRIN CO., LTD.
has added, processed and digitized data
based on the digital road map data of Navi-
gation Technologies Corporation. Due to
the production timing of the map data, some
new roads may not be included in this map
data or some of the names or roads may be
different from those at the time you use this
map data.
2. Traffic control and regulation data used in this map data may be different from those at
the time you use this map data due to the
data production timing. When driving your
vehicle, follow the actual traffic control signs
and notices on the roads.
3. Reproducing or copying this map software is strictly prohibited by law. Published by Nissan North America, Inc
© 2006 Navigation Technologies. All rights
reserved.
© 1993-2011 NAVTEQ. All Rights Reserved.
Certain business data provided by infoUSA, Inc.,
Omaha, NE, Copyright
© 2008, All Rights Reserved.
© ZENRIN CO., LTD. 2009. All rights reserved.
© ZENRIN USA, INC. 2008. All rights reserved.
© 2008 Zagat
Survey, LLC.
mWARNING
●This navigation system should not be
used to replace your own judgement.
No itinerary suggested by this navi-
gation system should ever override
any highway regulations, your own
judgement, or a knowledge of safe
driving practices. Do not follow the
navigation system’s suggested itin-
erary if it would cause you to perform
a dangerous or illegal act, place you
in a dangerous situation, or take you
into an area you consider unsafe. ●
The advice provided by the naviga-
tion system is to be regarded as a
suggestion only. There may be times
when the navigation system displays
the vehicle’s location incorrectly,
fails to suggest the shortest route, or
fails to direct you to the your desired
destination. In such instances, rely
on your own driving judgement, tak-
ing into account the driving condi-
tions at the time.
● Do not use the navigation system to
locate emergency services. The data-
base does not contain a complete
listing of emergency services such as
police stations, fire halls, hospitals
and walk-in clinics. Please show dis-
cretion and ask for directions in such
instances.
● As the driver, you alone are respon-
sible for your driving safety.
– In order to avoid a traffic accident, do not operate the system while
driving.
MAP DATA
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– In order to avoid a traffic accident,operate the system only when the
vehicle is stopped at a safe place
and the parking brake is on.
– In order to avoid a traffic accident or traffic offence, remember that
actual road conditions and traffic
regulations take precedence over
the information contained on the
navigation system.
– The Software may contain inaccu- rate or incomplete information
due to the passage of time,
changing circumstances, and the
sources of information used.
Please respect current traffic con-
ditions and regulations at all
times while driving.
– Where actual road conditions and highway regulations differ from
the information contained on the
navigation system, abide by the
highway regulations.
– Keep the amount of time spent viewing the screen while driving
to a strict minimum.The navigation system does not provide,
nor represent in any way information on:
traffic and highway regulations; technical
aspects of the vehicle including weight,
height, width, load and speed limits; road
conditions including grade, percentage of
incline and surface conditions; obstacles
such as the height and width of bridges
and tunnels; and other current driving or
road conditions. Always rely on your own
judgement when driving a car, taking into
account current driving conditions.
The marks of companies displayed by this prod-
uct to indicate business locations are the marks
of their respective owners. The use of such
marks in this product does not imply any
sponsorship, approval, or endorsement by such
companies of this product.
END-USER TERMS
The Map Data Disc (Data) is provided for your
personal, internal use only and not for resale. It is
protected by copyright, and is subject to the fol-
lowing terms (this End- User License Agree-
ment) and conditions which are agreed to by
you, on the one hand, and NAVTEQ North
America, LLC (NT) and its licensors (including
their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand. The Data for areas of Canada includes informa-
tion taken with permission from Canadian
authorities, including: ©Her Majesty the Queen
in Right of Canada, ©Queen’s Printer for
Ontario, ©Canada Post Corporation, GeoBase
NT holds a non-exclusive license from the United
States Postal Service
to publish and sell
ZIP+4 information.
©United States Postal Service 2009. Prices
are not established, controlled or approved by
the United States Postal Service. The following
trademarks and registrations are owned by the
USPS: United States Postal Service, USPS, and
ZIP+4.
The Data may include or reflect data of licensors,
including Her Majesty the Queen in the Right of
Canada (“Her Majesty”) , Canada Post
Corporation (“Canada Post”) and the Depart-
ment of Natural Resources Canada (“NRCan”) .
Such data is licensed on an “as is” basis. The
licensors, including Her Majesty, Canada Post
and NRCan, make no guarantees, representa-
tions or warranties respecting such data, either
express or implied, arising by law or otherwise,
including but not limited to, effectiveness,
completeness, accuracy or fitness for a particu-
lar purpose.
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