Navigation System - Setup and Operation
99-070December 17, 2004
Applies To:
2000-04 Odyssey - ALL
*2003-05 Pilot - ALL*
Odyssey and Pilot: PDI of the Navigation System
(Supersedes 99-070, dated September 16, 2003)
Updated information is shown with black bars and asterisks.
BACKGROUND
This bulletin provides information for Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) of the Navigation System. The topics shown are covered.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
None; these procedures are considered part of normal PDI.
Skill level: Repair Technician
NAVIGATION SYSTEM OPERATION
You can choose a selection by touching it on the screen.
SETUP icon - Touch this screen icon to show a menu of system setup options.
CLOCK display (Odyssey) - The time is set in the Setup mode.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM OPERATION
Selecting a Destination
A destination can be selected by Address, Intersection, Place, Phone Number of a Point of Interest, Personal Address, Previous Destination, Map Input, or Today's Destinations. Refer to the Navigation System Manual for detailed information.
Traveling to a Destination
Confirm a selected route - The system display asks you to select one of four options:
^ Direct Route - A route that takes the least amount of time
^ Easy Route - A route that minimizes the number of turns
^ Minimize Freeways - A route that avoids freeway travel (when possible)
^ Minimize Toll Roads - A route that avoids toll roads (when possible)
Going off the route - If you leave the route, the system recalculates the route from your current position.
Modifying the route - The system can recalculate portions of the route and/or avoid a specific street, and then return you to the current route.
Save current location - This option stores the current location for later use (it does not change or cancel the route instructions currently in progress). A location can be stored any time the navigation system is in use.
Off-road tracking (Pilot only) - This option displays small circular dots ("bread crumbs") on the map if you drive on a road not shown on the navigation screen. These bread crumbs begin to appear approximately 1/2 mile away from a mapped road, and they allow you to retrace your route back to a mapped road. They will not appear if this feature is turned off during setup.
Personal Addresses
Two users can each store up to 50 destinations (addresses with phone numbers) in the system once a PIN (personal identification number) is entered. Refer to the Navigation System Manual for instructions on how to enter a PIN and use the Personal Addresses function.
System Limitations
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.
^ Since businesses fail or move to new locations, 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 heat or shock, or from recalculating a route too many times. Rebooting does not necessarily indicate a need for service.
^ GPS reception is affected by outside electrical interference from aftermarket electronic devices placed near the GPS antenna.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (ODYSSEY)
Pressing the A/C button on the navigation system control panel brings up the A/C manual operation display. Climate control settings can then be changed by touching the desired setting or by using the joystick. Refer to the vehicle Owner's Manual for specific operating instructions.
NAVIGATION SYSTEM SETUP AT PDI
The navigation system must be allowed to initialize itself before use. During initialization, the system establishes communication with several GPS satellites. When initialization is complete, the system can "locate" itself and function normally. To initialize the system, follow this procedure.
1. Perform the PDI of the vehicle.
2. Start the engine, and move the vehicle outside away from buildings and power lines. Then enter the navigation system security code. The code is on the Radio Anti-Theft Code card.
NOTE:
If the code is lost, you can find it with the Dealer Communications System (DCS) by using the Anti-Theft Code option. Enter the serial number from the bottom of the control unit under the passenger's seat. If you cannot find the code with DCS, contact the Automobile Warranty Department at (310) 783-3240.
3. The following instructions appear on the navigation system screen to indicate the system is initializing. Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE:
The average initialization takes about 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes. When initialization is complete, the system proceeds to the globe screen.
4. If the system does not initialize, a second screen appears. When this screen is displayed, the system is still performing the initialization. The system does not automatically exit to the globe screen when initialization is complete. After 30 minutes, try restarting the vehicle to see if the navigation system completed the initialization. If not, 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.
5. When initialization is complete, the disclaimer screen appears. Touch "OK."
6. Drive the vehicle at least half a mile from your dealership, then find a safe place to park.
7. Press the navigation system MENU button.
8. From the "Enter destination by:" menu, select "Places."
9. From the "Find place by:" menu, select "Category."
10. From the Choose a category:" menu, select "Auto Service."
11. From the Sub-category:" menu, select "Honda dealer."
12. From the Choose one of the following:" menu, select "Sort by Distance to Travel."
13. Select your dealership from the screen listings, then select "OK" on the next screen. If your dealership is not in a Detailed City Coverage area, select a restaurant or gas station close to it.
14. Verify that the navigation system works properly by following the system's routing prompts while you drive back to your dealership.
15. "Touch the Setup" icon on the screen, then verify these settings by touch or with the joystick:
^ *Volume set to a comfortable level*
^ Display set to Auto
^ Reroute set to Auto
16. Touch "Previous" to bring up the "To delete:" menu. Select and delete any previous destinations except your dealership.
*NOTE:
If this bulletin is being done as part of a warranty repair, do not delete any customer information.*
17. Touch "Return" to go back to the Setup screen, then touch "Others" or "Next."
18. On Odysseys, touch "Clock" and if necessary, adjust the clock to the correct time.
19. Return to the main menu, then clean the screen with the special cleaning cloth that comes with the system. Do not use shop towels, paper towels, or tissues; they can scratch or damage the screen.
MAP COVERAGE AREAS
The map database is stored on a Digital Video Disc (DVD) located in the Navigation System control unit under the front passenger's seat. The database covers the 48 contiguous states.
Map Types
Beginning with 2004 models, the maps that you view on the screen consist of two types of roads: "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, then you will see a dotted blue 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, then you will see a blue/pink route line and receive route guidance. Pop-up cautionary boxes appear while on en 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. Map coverage includes:
^ Named roads
^ Unnamed roads that serve as access to rest areas along motorways
^ Unnamed main paved roads that are within, or lead to included polygons (places such as large shopping centers, universities, golf courses, parks, etc.)
^ Unnamed paved roads used only by public vehicles
^ Ferry connections for automobiles via rail or boat
^ Named and addressed walkways
^ Underfined 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, you may refer to the Navigation System Owner's Manual for the current model year or the Honda web site, www.honda.com.
Non-Detailed Coverage
Beginning with 2004 models, 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. These "verified" roads are shown as darker colored roads. 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 either named incorrectly or have no name ("unnamed road").
Guidance in unverified areas depends on the setting for "Unverified routing" made during setup. See Travelling to your destination" in the Navigation System Manual for more information.
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