Navigation System - Set Up/Operation/Testing
05-041May 1, 2008
Applies To:
2006-08 TSX - ALL
2006-08 TSX: TQI of the DVD Navigation System With Voice Recognition (Supersedes 05-041, dated June 30, 2007, to update the information marked by the black bars and asterisks)
BACKGROUND
This bulletin provides information for the TQI and testing of the navigation system. These topics are covered:
^ Navigation System Controls
^ Voice Control System
^ Navigation System Setup at the TQI
^ Map Coverage Areas
*^ Hawaii System Setup*
^ Ordering a DVD
For more detailed information on system operation, refer to the navigation system manual. For more information on system troubleshooting, refer to the service manual.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
None. The information in this service bulletin is considered part of the TQI.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM CONTROLS
Screen - All selections and instructions are displayed on the screen. This is a touch-screen display; you can enter information into the system by touching the images or icons with your finger. For example, you can enter a street name on the displayed keyboard by touching the individual letters. Use a soft damp cloth and a mild cleaner intended for eyeglasses or computer screens to clean the screen. Harsh chemicals or cloths may damage the screen.
NOTE:
Do not use anything other than your fingers on the screen. Sharp objects can damage the touch- sensitive membrane.
MENU button - Press this button to change the display from the current screen to the ~Entering a destination by" screen. When en route to a destination, press this button to change to the Change route" screen.
MAP/GUIDE button - Press this button to display a map of your current position for casual driving. When en route, press this button to switch between the map and the route information.
INFO button - Press this button to display the information menu for selecting Set-Up, Voice Command Help, Calendar, Calculator, and Map Legend.
AUDIO button - Press this button to display the audio screen. For more information on audio system features, see the audio section of the owner's manual.
CANCEL button - Press this button to return to the previous screen.
ZOOM button - Press this button to change the scale when displaying a map. ZOOM (down arrow) allows you to zoom out to see a larger area, and ZOOM (up arrow) allows you to zoom in for greater detail. When a list is displayed, ZOOM (up arrow) and ZOOM (down arrow) can be used to page up or page down.
Joystick - The joystick moves left, right, up, and down. Use it to highlight menu selections, scroll through lists, or look around in maps. After making a selection in a menu or list, choose the selection by pushing in on the joystick. You can also choose a selection by touching it on the screen and, in most cases, you can use the voice control system to make a selection.
SET UP - Displays the Set-Up screens to change and update information in the system.
VOICE CONTROL SYSTEM
Voice recognition is controlled by the NAVI TALK and NAVI BACK buttons on the steering wheel. This is the primary way to give commands to the system. Using the navigation system buttons and touching the screen allow the passenger to operate the system and should be considered a secondary method for the driver.
NAVI TALK button - Press and release this button on the steering wheel to activate the voice control system. After pressing and releasing NAVI TALK, wait for the beep, then speak the command.
NAVI BACK button - This does the same function as the CANCEL button. Press this button on the steering wheel to return to the previous display. After the previous display appears, the system prompts you for a command and then beeps. Press and release the NAVI TALK button to give the desired command.
Microphone - Receives voice commands and transmits them to the navigation unit for interpretation.
The navigation system communicates through the front audio speakers. When the navigation system is giving guidance instructions, the front speakers are muted, and the audio continues in the rear. When you are using the voice control system to give commands (by pressing the NAVI TALK or NAVI BACK buttons), all of the speakers are muted. If the HFL (HandsFreeLink) is in use, the voice control system is unavailable, and an error message is displayed on the screen.
The voice command list can be viewed or heard by pressing the INFO button and selecting Voice Command Help. A tutorial is included that explains the operation of the voice control system. Refer to the quick start guide and the navigation system manual for detailed information.
Improving Voice Recognition
To help the system understand your voice commands, follow these guidelines:
^ Make sure that the airflow from the A/C vents does not interfere with the system microphone in the ceiling console. Place your hand over the microphone; if you feel any airflow, adjust the vents.
^ Make sure the correct screen is displayed for the voice command you are giving. Refer to the navigation system manual.
^ Close the windows and the moonroof.
^ Set the fan speed to low (1 or 2).
^ After pressing the NAVI TALK button, wait for the beep, then give a voice command.
^ Give a voice command clearly in a natural speaking voice, without pausing between words.
NOTE:
^ If the system cannot recognize your voice command, speak louder.
^ If the microphone picks up voices other than yours, the system may misinterpret your voice commands.
^ If you speak a command with something in your mouth or with a heavy accent, the system may misinterpret your voice commands.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM SETUP AT THE TQI
The navigation system is basically ready to use when the vehicle is delivered to the dealership. Since the system interfaces with other systems in the vehicle, it is important to ensure that all of the systems are initialized so they will work properly for the client. To initialize the system, follow this procedure.
1. Do the normal TQI of the vehicle, including the audio system. The navigation system voice will not function until the 5-digit anti-theft code for the audio system has been entered.
2. Verify that the XM(R) Satellite Radio dealer demo account has been set up by tuning to XM stations 000, 001, 007, 009, 047, 122, 174, and 247. If these stations can be received, the demo account is fully active.
* NOTE:
For 2008 TSXs, XM Satellite Radio is free for the first 3 months. After 3 months, clients must subscribe to XM radio to continue receiving coverage by calling (800) 852-9696, or going online at www.xmradio.com. They will need their XM radio ID (displayed when you tune to channel 0) and a credit card.*
3. If the navigation diagnostic screen (shown below) is shown, do the following. If not, go to step 4.
^ Press and hold the MENU, MAP/GUIDE, and CANCEL buttons at the same time until the Select diagnosis screen comes up. Then release the buttons.
^ Press and hold the MAP/GUIDE button for at least 15 seconds.
^ Select Complete on the screen, then select Return twice to exit the diagnostic mode.
4. Start the engine, and move the vehicle outside, away from buildings and power lines. Then enter the 4-digit anti-theft code for the navigation system. The code is on the Navigation Anti-Theft Code card.
NOTE:
If the anti-theft code card is lost, you can find the code on the iN (Interactive Network) by using the Anti-theft code inquiry option and the serial number. To get the serial number, go to the Navi ECU screen (refer to the navigation system diagnostic mode in the service manual), or look on the underside of the navigation control unit.
^ If you cannot find the code on the iN, contact American Honda's Warranty Department.
^ If the anti-theft code does not work, try entering 0000 (four zeros) as the code. If the system accepts this, replace the navigation control unit.
5. The following instructions appear on the screen (shown below) to indicate that the system is initializing (determining its location from the GPS satellites). Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE:
The average initialization takes about 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes. If initialization completes within 10 minutes, the display changes to the globe screen.
6. If the system does not initialize within 10 minutes, a second screen (shown below) appears. The system is still initializing but will not automatically exit to the globe screen when initialization is complete. Do not immediately follow the instructions on the screen. After 30 minutes, try restarting the vehicle to see if the navigation system completed the initialization. If not, then follow the instructions on the screen.
NOTE:
The initialization screen may appear after battery voltage to the navigation control unit has been disconnected for more than 5 minutes. If this occurs, follow the on-screen instructions. If you are still unable to obtain GPS initialization, refer to the service manual for diagnostic information.
7. When initialization is complete, the disclaimer screen appears. Select OK.
NOTE:
Do not enter a destination yet. In order for the navigation system to calculate a route, it must align the current location to a mapped road (map matching). This happens when you start driving.
8. Drive the vehicle at least a half-mile from your dealership, and find a safe place to park. Set the map scale to 1/20 by pressing the appropriate zoom button.
^ Make sure the VP (vehicle position) icon moves smoothly as you drive and does not jerk from one point to another. Also, make sure the icon points in the direction the vehicle is traveling; it does not "dog track" or spin.
^ Make sure the VP icon smoothly follows the vehicle's maneuvers as you make turns.
^ After driving a few hundred feet, the name of the road you are driving on should appear on the bottom of the screen.
NOTE:
Refer to the service manual symptom troubleshooting if the navigation system fails to map-match after the vehicle is driven for more than a couple of miles on a displayed road.
9. With the map screen displayed, press and release the NAVI TALK button.
10. When you hear the beep, say "Find the nearest Acura dealer." The system should display a list of Acura dealers.
11. Move the joystick to select your dealership, then push in on the joystick.
12. On the Calculate Route to screen, select OK.
13. The system then calculates a route and displays it as a blue line. If you are in a rural area with unverified roads, you may see a blue dotted vector line, or a blue/pink dashed line, pointing in the direction of your destination.
14. Follow the voice guidance back to your dealership. The voice guidance should work even with the audio system turned off.
15. With the map screen displayed, check the system interaction with the audio system. Press and release the NAVI TALK button. After the beep, say "XM channel 7." The audio display should change to XM channel 7.
16. With the map screen displayed, check the system interaction with the climate control system. Press and release the NAVI TALK button. After the beep, say "Temperature 68 degrees." The climate control system display should change to 68 degrees.
17. The time shown by the system should be correct the system gets it from the GPS satellites. Depending on the location of your dealership, you may have to adjust the time settings.
^ If you live in a state that does not use Daylight Saving Time, select Setup. Select More, then select Clock Adjustment. Set Auto Daylight Saving Time to OFF.
^ If your dealership is located near a time zone boundary, set Auto Time Zone by GPS to OFF. The clock then keeps the "home" time if the customer routinely drives across the time zone boundary.
18. Turn the headlights on and off to verify that the display dims with the headlights on. If not, verify the dash brightness is not on max. Then select Setup, and set the display mode to AUTO.
19. Select Setup, or use the voice control system and say "Setup." Then verify these settings by touch or with the joystick:
^ Volume is set to midrange.
^ Brightness is set so the display can be seen in bright sunlight.
20. In Setup, select More, then Personal Information, then Previous Destinations. Follow the screen prompts to delete all previous destinations except your dealership.
21. Return to the main menu, then clean the screen with a soft damp cloth. You may use a mild cleaner intended for eyeglasses or computer screens. Harsher chemicals may damage the screen.
NOTE:
Do not use shop towels, paper towels, or tissues; they can scratch or damage the screen.
System Limitations
These issues could arise during the TQI or after installing replacement parts to repair the system. Refer to the navigation system manual or the quick start guide for basic operation.
To minimize distractions, always use the voice control system to operate the navigation system while driving. Always verify the audio and visual route information by carefully observing roadway signs, signals, etc. Use your own good judgment, and obey traffic laws while driving.
The navigation system has these limitations:
^ The GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites used by the navigation system are operated by the U.S. Department of Defense. For security reasons, certain inaccuracies are built into the GPS. This can cause occasional positioning errors of up to several hundred feet. If the navigation system indicates your position incorrectly, wait several seconds until it corrects itself. The system may also correct itself after you make a turn or cross a road.
^ The routes calculated by the system may not always be what you consider to be the most direct ones. Try different routing methods to obtain the best route. Even the direction your vehicle is pointing influences the route calculation.
^ Since businesses close or relocate, some information may be inaccurate. Also, route guidance may conflict with actual road conditions such as street closures, construction, and detours.
^ Occasionally, the navigation system may reboot due to excess cold, heat, shock, or from recalculating a route too many times. Rebooting does not necessarily indicate a need for service.
^ The GPS antenna receives location information from orbiting satellites. Anything that blocks or interferes with the signal will affect accuracy. The GPS signal can be blocked or interfered with (vehicle position shown incorrectly on the map) by various items:
- Aftermarket metallic window tinting above or to the sides of the GPS antenna.
- Aftermarket vehicle tracking systems mounted near the navigation control unit or display.
- Radar detectors, cell phones, or other aftermarket electronic accessories placed near the navigation control unit or display.
- Outside electrical interference from overhead power lines or broadcast sources.
- Tall trees or buildings near or over the vehicle. They can cause the system to show the vehicle on an adjacent street. This should automatically correct itself when the obstruction is gone.
^ In some cases, a city name, road name, or address range may be incorrect or missing from the system. Here are some possible causes:
- The city name may be listed under a larger metropolitan area or as an unincorporated area. Try selecting the street name first. If it is a smaller city in a rural area, only the main road may be shown.
- If the street name cannot be found, is shown incorrectly on the map, or is not drawn correctly, it may be because it is a new road, or it is in an unverified area.
^ If the location of your dealership is shown incorrectly or needs to be changed, report it to your service manager or DPSM. The reporting form is on ISIS.
^ If the DVD door in the control unit is opened or the DVD is removed and reinstalled, the system will reboot. Scratches or fingerprints on the surface of the DVD can cause system errors. Always handle the DVD by its edges. A DVD with a white label (Canadian vehicles may have a gray label) is used for this system. It cannot be interchanged with a DVD from a different vehicle that has a different- colored label.
MAP COVERAGE AREAS
The map database covers the 48 contiguous states, Hawaii, and parts of southern Canada. Coverage for the U.S. contains accurately mapped (verified) metropolitan areas and less accurate (unverified) rural coverage. In Canada, the database covers major metropolitan areas and major roads connecting those metropolitan areas. Coverage extends about 100 miles from the U.S. border. A gray DVD that provides coverage for northern Canada is also available for purchase (see ORDERING A DVD).
Map Types
The maps on the screen contain verified roads and unverified roads.
Verified roads have been driven by the database vendor. Information about the road's average speed, turn restrictions, or whether it is a one-way street are contained in the navigation system. Roads within metropolitan areas (detailed coverage), interstate freeways, and major roads connecting cities are typically "verified." They can be recognized on the screen (daytime setting) as the darker-colored roads.
Unverified roads may be found in rural areas. The information about these roads may have inaccuracies. Therefore, they are shown for reference only. They can be recognized on the screen (daytime setting) as a light brown color.
Guidance in unverified areas depends on the setting for unverified routing made during setup. If the setting is OFF, you will see a blue dotted vector line pointing to your destination when driving in an unverified area. You will have to manually choose roads from the map to get to your destination. If the setting is ON, you will see a blue/pink dashed route line and receive route guidance. Pop-up cautionary boxes appear while on the route to alert you when entering unverified areas.
NOTE:
This feature is set to OFF from the factory.
Detailed Coverage
Many cities and metropolitan areas are fully mapped.
Detailed map coverage includes:
^ Roads with names
^ Service roads without names that serve as access to rest areas along motorways
^ Main paved roads without names that are within or lead to included places of interest (such as large shopping centers, universities, golf courses, parks, etc.)
^ Paved roads without names that public vehicles can access
^ Ferry connections for automobiles via rail or boat
^ Walkways with names and addresses
^ Undefined traffic areas with more than 10,800 square feet
^ Ramps, roundabouts, special traffic figures, turn lanes, and U-turn lanes
^ Service roads
^ Pedestrian streets and pedestrian zones
*For a list of current detailed coverage areas by state/province, refer to the navigation system manual for the current model year or the website. Select the View Current Coverage Map link, use the pull down menu to select the vehicle Year and Model, then select View Coverage.*
Non-Detailed Coverage
Cities and towns in the non-detailed map coverage area may have incomplete mapping. Only major federal, state, and county roads leading to and through these cities and towns are mapped. Verified roads are shown in black. All other streets are unverified and are shown in light brown. If you see an asterisk (*) next to the city name:
^ Streets may be missing completely or shown in the wrong location.
^ Street address information may be unavailable, and you may be prompted to use the map to locate your destination.
^ Streets may be named incorrectly or have no name (described as unnamed road).
Guidance in unverified areas depends on the setting for Unverified routing made during setup. See ~Driving to your destination" in the navigation system manual for more information.
*HAWAII SYSTEM SETUP
The white navigation DVD contains maps for the 48 contiguous states, parts of southern Canada, and Hawaii. If the vehicle is sold in Hawaii or relocated from the mainland to Hawaii, you must change the map coverage so the applicable maps are displayed.
1. Press and hold the MENU, MAP/GUIDE, and CANCEL buttons at the same time. The display changes to the main diagnostic menu.
2. Select Coverage area. Then select Hawaii coverage. The system may reboot.
3. Start the vehicle, and move it to an open area so the system can acquire a GPS signal.
4. After the system has initialized, do the map matching by driving the vehicle on a road until the road name appears at the bottom of the map screen.
NOTE:
^ If a vehicle is relocated from Hawaii to the mainland, you must change the Coverage area to US.
^ When you change the coverage area, any previous destinations, address book, and other system settings are changed to the factory defaults.
^ XM Satellite Radio is not available in Hawaii, so there is no AcuraLink coverage.*
ORDERING A DVD
Replacement DVDs can be ordered online at Select Order Navigation DVD.
You can also call the Acura Disc Fulfillment Center. Both methods require a credit card.
The DVD for this model has a white label and cannot be ordered through the parts system. The following DVDs will not work in this navigation system:
^ Earlier model navigation DVDs (black label)
^ Map software programs manufactured by other companies
^ DVD movies or DVDs containing audio recordings Updated DVDs are usually available for purchase in the fall of each year. They may contain the following:
^ Enhanced maps and points of interest (P01) coverage
^ Fixes for minor software bugs
^ Additional features
NOTE:
^ Map matching must be done any time the DVD is removed or replaced. This consists of driving on a mapped road until the road name shows up at the bottom of the map screen.
^ Always order navigation DVDs on an as-needed basis. During a typical model year, each color DVD may undergo 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) remains unchanged.
^ Never promise clients future free updates. There are no free programs for updating the navigation DVD. The online DVD order site provides information when an update for a particular DVD is available.
^ Damaged discs are not covered by warranty unless the disc is damaged by the navigation unit.
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