2015 NISSAN ALTIMA AUTOMATIC START

5-22Route guidance
4. Highlight [Auto Reroute] and push. The indicator for the selected
condition illuminates. When the current
location map screen or route setting screen
is displayed, the system recalculates a route
with the set conditions.
“Basic operation” (page 5-24)
SETTING DETOUR ROUTE
To detour from the suggested route, a route
detouring for a specified distance can be
calculated.
1. Push .
2. Highlight [Detour] and push .
3. Highlight a detour distance and push
.
After calculating the detour, the system displays
the detour route on the map.
INFO:
. When the vehicle has deviated from the
suggested route, [Detour] cannot be se-
lected.
. If the system cannot calculate a detour with
the specified conditions, it displays the
previous suggested route.
. If the vehicle is traveling very fast, the detour
route may start from a location that the
vehicle has already passed.
SEARCHING FOR DETOUR ROUTE
TAKING TRAFFIC INFORMATION INTO
CONSIDERATION
When a serious traffic event occurs on the route,
or if the system finds a faster route, a detour alert
will pop up automatically. If the automatic alert is
missed, a detour can also be searched for
manually.
1. Push .
2. Highlight [Traffic Detour] and push .

3. When the detour search is successful,detailed information about the detour route
(left screen) and the comparison screen of
the two routes (right screen) are displayed.
*1Original route (yellow)
*2Detour route (pink)
*3The change of distance and estimated
travel time to destination when the
detour route is taken.
4. To accept the suggested detour route, highlight [Yes], and then push .
INFO:
. If no route is set, or [Use Real Time Traffic
Information] is turned off, this function
cannot be operated.
. If no detour route is selected and no further
action is provided, the detour route will be
automatically canceled.
. The detour suggestion may be retrieved
even after the message disappears by
manually selecting [Traffic Detour]. The
system will then search for the detour again
and suggests a detour if one is available at
that time.
. Without a subscription to a NavTraffic
broadcast, it will not be possible to get a traffic detour or apply settings for traffic
information related functions. A message
appears when a related menu item is
selected.
. See “NOTES ON NavTraffic INFORMA-
TION” for further information.
“Notes on NavTraffic information”
(page 10-13)
Automatic detour guidance
When [Auto Reroute] and [Use Real Time Traffic
Information] are turned on in the detailed route
settings, a message will automatically pop up
when the system finds a detour.
“Detailed route settings” (page 5-24)
1. If a traffic jam or a serious traffic problem
occurs on the route while driving along the
suggested route, the automatic detour route
search starts and a message pops up if a
detour is found. 2. To accept the suggested detour route,
highlight [Yes] and push .
INFO:
. If no operation is performed for one minute
after the message is displayed, the message
disappears. The detour will not be accepted,
and the current suggested route will remain
unchanged.
. When the [Traffic Announcement] is turned
on in the guidance settings, the system will
announce voice guidance at the same time
that the message appears on the screen.
“Guidance settings” (page 5-20)
SETTING CONDITIONS FOR ROUTE
CALCULATION
Search condition settings
The route can be recalculated after changing the
route calculation conditions anywhere along the
route.
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.[Use Statistical Traffic Information]:
Uses statistical traffic information that is
stored in the map data.
. [Use Real Time Traffic Information]:
Uses the latest traffic information received
via the SiriusXM broadcast.
. [Use Avoid Area Settings]:
Enables the avoid area setting.
. [Use Ferries]:
Includes the use of ferries.
. [Use Learned Routes]:
Uses the roads that are most frequently
traveled with the help of self-learning
technology.
. [Auto Reroute]:
If the vehicle deviates from the suggested
route, the system automatically recalculates
a route that leads the vehicle to the
suggested route.
INFO:
. The recalculated route may not be the
shortest route because the system priori-
tizes easy-to-drive roads for safety reasons.
. If route conditions are set from [Route
Settings], all sections in the route are subject to the same route conditions even
though different route conditions are set for
different sections in [Edit/Add to Route].
. If [Use Time Restricted Roads] is deacti-
vated, the system calculates a route without
any consideration of the regulations con-
cerning the time or day of the week. There-
fore, the suggested route may include a road
subject to traffic regulations concerning the
time or day of the week. When driving along
the route, always follow all traffic regulations
regardless of whether [Use Time Restricted
Roads] is ON or OFF.
. If the system cannot calculate any alternative
routes, it displays the previous route.
. If the vehicle overly deviates from the
suggested route, the system calculates a
new route.
. Statistical traffic information is based on
previous traffic data. When the traffic situa-
tion rapidly changes due to unexpected
accidents, construction work, traffic restric-
tions, emergencies, etc., the prediction
accuracy of the system may be reduced.
. Traffic jam information displayed on the map
screen is not statistical traffic information. .
When [Use Statistical Traffic Information] is
turned on, the system may lead to a road
where a traffic jam occurs or to a detour
even though the shortest route does not
have a traffic jam.
. Even when [Use Real Time Traffic Informa-
tion] is turned on, if traffic information has
not been provided for the area, sometimes it
is possible that a detour will not be indicated
in a location where a traffic jam occurs.
. The system may not lead to a detour if traffic
closure or a traffic jam occurs far from the
present location.
. The system calculates to reduce the time
required for the entire route from the start to
destination. If there are no appropriate
routes, the system may lead to a route
where a traffic jam occurs instead of leading
to a detour.
. This system can learn and memorize the
route that is most frequently used. However,
despite driving on the same route several
times so that the system can learn the route,
the system may have difficulty learning the
route under the following conditions:
— [Use Time Restricted Roads] is turned on.
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7-16Viewing technical information
The message includes the weather icon and text
describing the event.
INFO:
. The pop-up messages and announcements
can be set to on or off.
“Weather information settings”
(page 7-16)
. If multiple warning/watch events are de-
tected, they will be displayed in order
starting with the one having the shortest
linear distance from the vehicle.
Weather information settings
The settings can be confirmed and changed for
the urgent weather information related functions.
1. Push .
2. Highlight [Navigation] and push .
3. Highlight [Weather Info Settings] and push .
4. Highlight the preferred setting and push . The indicator for the setting
illuminates.
Available setting items: . Display an Alert for Weather Warnings:
Displays a message screen automatically
when the system detects urgent warning
information.
. Display an Alert for Weather Watches:
Displays a message screen automatically
when the system detects urgent watch
information.
. Voice Announcements:
Provides urgent information announcements
for warnings and watches around the current location.
Types of warnings/watches
Category Warnings/Watches
Tornado Tornado Watch, Tornado
Hurricane Inland Hurricane Wind, Hurri- cane Force Wind, Hurricane,
Typhoon
Storm Severe Thunderstorm Watch, Severe Thunderstorm, Storm,
Tropical Storm, Inland Tropical
Storm, Dust Storm
Flood Flood Watch, Flash Flood,
Coastal Flood, Lakeshore
Flood, High Surf, Flood
Winter Winter Watch, Heavy Snow, Heavy Sleet, Lake Effect Snow,
Freeze, Heavy Freezing Spray,
Blizzard, Ice Storm, Winter
Storm
Wind Wind Watch, High Wind, Wind
Chill, Gale
Extremes Excessive Heat
Other Red Flag, Tsunami, Avalanche,
Special Marine, Earthquake,
Law Enforcement, Hazardous
Materials, Nuclear Power Plant,
Radiological Hazard, Civil Dan-
ger, Fire, Shelter in Place,
Volcano, Other Watches,
Other Warnings

9-4Voice recognition
1. Highlight [Let’s Practice] and push.
2. Practice voice commands in accordance with the audio guidance.
Tutorials on operation of voice recogni-
tion system
When highlighting [Using the Address Book],
[Finding a Street Address] or [Placing Calls] and
pushing , the system displays tutor-
ials on how to perform these operations using
voice recognition.
Useful tips for correct operation
It is possible to display useful speaking informa-
tion that may help the system to accept a voice
command correctly.
1. Highlight [Help on Speaking] and push
.
2. To confirm the page, scroll the screen using the multi-function controller.
USING THE SYSTEM
Initialization
When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, Voice Recognition is initialized, which
may take up to one minute. When completed,
the system is ready to accept voice commands.
If > is pushed before the initialization
completes, the display will show the message:
“System not ready”.
BEFORE STARTING
To get the best recognition performance from
Voice Recognition, observe the following items.
. The interior of the vehicle should be as quiet
as possible. Close the windows to eliminate
the surrounding noises (traffic noise and
vibration sounds, etc.) , which may prevent
the system from correctly recognizing the
voice commands.
. Wait until the tone sounds before speaking a
command.
. Speak in a natural conversational voice
without pausing between words.
. If the air conditioner is set to “Auto”, the fan
speed is automatically lowered so that voice
commands can be recognized more easily.

9-18Voice recognition
1. Highlight [Let’s Practice] and push.
2. Practice voice commands in accordance with the audio guidance.
Tutorials on operation of voice recogni-
tion system
When highlighting [Using the Address Book],
[Finding a Street Address] or [Placing Calls] and
pushing , the system displays tutor-
ials on how to perform these operations using
voice recognition.
Example: With [Using the Address Book] high-
lighted
1. Highlight [Using the Address Book] and push . The tutorial starts.
2. The voice guide demonstrates how to speak
when giving commands.
3. When the tutorial is completed, the system automatically switches to the Menu screen.
Useful tips for correct operation
It is possible to display useful speaking tips that
may help the system to accept a voice command
correctly.
1. Highlight [Help on Speaking] and push
.
2. To confirm the page, scroll the screen using the multi-functionI controller.
Voice recognition settings
The settings for easy operation of the voice
recognition system are displayed.

1. Highlight [Voice Recognition Settings] andpush .
2. To confirm the page, scroll the screen using the multi-function controller.
Adapting System to Your Voice
The voice recognition system is equipped with a
learning function to adapt to the user’s voice for
better recognition. It is possible to confirm how
to operate the learning function through this
tutorial.
1. Highlight [Adapting the System to YourVoice] and push . The tutorial
starts.
2. The voice guide demonstrates the steps that have to be performed.
3. When the tutorial is completed, the system automatically switches to the Menu screen.
USING THE SYSTEM
Initialization
When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, Voice Recognition is initialized, which
may take up to one minute. When completed,
the system is ready to accept voice commands.
If > is pushed before the initialization
completes, the display will show the message:
“System not ready”.
BEFORE STARTING
To get the best recognition performance out of
Voice Recognition, observe the following:
. The interior of the vehicle should be as quiet
as possible. Close the windows to eliminate
the surrounding noises (traffic noise and vibration sounds, etc.) , which may prevent
the system from correctly recognizing the
voice commands.
. Wait until the tone sounds before speaking a
command.
. Speak in a natural conversational voice
without pausing between words.
. If the air conditioner is set to “Auto”, the fan
speed is automatically lowered so that voice
commands can be recognized more easily.
. The voice recognition system cannot be
operated when the soft top is not closed (for
Roadster models) .
GIVING VOICE COMMANDS
1. Push located on the steering
wheel.
2. A list of commands appears on the screen, and the system announces, “Please say a
command”.
3. After the tone sounds and the icon on the screen changes from [
]to[], speak a
command.
Operating tips
. If the command is not recognized, the
system announces, “Please say again”.
Repeat the command in a clear voice.
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INFO:
. The vehicle icon may be misaligned when
starting the vehicle just after starting the
engine or the hybrid system.
. The vehicle icon may also be misaligned if
different 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 current vehicle location”
(page 8-9)
DETAILED MAP COVERAGE AREAS
(MCA) FOR NAVIGATION SYSTEM
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-to-
date. 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
major metropolitan areas.
WHEN GRAY ROAD IS DISPLAYED
ON MAP
. When you are driving on a road displayed in
gray after the vehicle has deviated from the
suggested route during route guidance,
automatic rerouting may not start immedi-
ately.
. 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 con- tained in the map data.
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