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Owner’s Manual

ADD-ON NAVIGATION SYSTEM

AVIC-U260For details on software updates,visit www.naviextras.com.

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.Please read through these instructions so you will know how to operate your modelproperly. After you have finished reading the instructions, keep this document in asafe place for future reference.

Important

The screens shown in the examples may differfrom actual screens, which may be changedwithout notice for performance and functionimprovements.

PrecautionThe Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands 5ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL: 5BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING

GUIDELINES: 5

IntroductionLicense agreement 6

– PIONEER AVIC-U260 - for U.S.A. 6– PIONEER AVIC-U260 - for Canada 8– END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT 11

About the data for the map database 13Important safety information 13

– Fuel cost management 15– Traffic information 15– Speed limit indication 15

Additional safety information 15– To avoid battery exhaustion 15– Handling the SD card slot 15

Notes before using the system 15– In case of trouble 15– Visit our website 16

Checking part names and functions 16Inserting an SD memory card 16Resetting the microprocessor 17

Before you startOn first-time startup 18Regular startup 19

How to use the navigation menu screensScreen switching overview 20

What you can do on each menu 21Operating list screens (e.g. route settings

screen) 21Operating the on-screen keyboard 21Monitoring the GPS reception quality 22

How to use the mapHow to read the map screen 23Frequently shown route events 24Seeing the current position on the map 24

– Checking the detailed informationabout the current position 25

Browsing the data field 26Display during freeway driving 26Operating the map screen 27

– Changing the scale of the map 27– Smart Zoom 27– Switching the map orientation 27– Changing the view angle of the

map 28– Switching the map between 2D and

3D 28– Scrolling the map to the position you

want to see 29– Viewing information about a specified

location 29

Searching for and selecting a locationSearching for a location by address 30Searching for a location by entering the

midpoint of a street 31Searching for a location by entering the city

center 31Finding the location by specifying the ZIP

code 31Searching for Points of Interest (POI) 32

– Searching for POIs using “QuickSearch” 32

– Searching for POIs using presetcategories 33

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Searching for POIs by categories 33Searching for a POI directly from the name of

the facilities 35Searching for a nearby POI 36Selecting a location by using “Find on

Map” 36Selecting destination from stored

locations 37Selecting a location you searched for

recently 37– Smart History 38– History 38

Searching for a location by coordinates 38Searching for a location by scrolling the

map 39

After the location is decidedSetting a route to your destination 40

– Setting a route using a searchedlocation 40

– Checking route alternatives whenplanning the route 40

– Setting a route using the “My Route”menu 41

Checking and modifying the currentrouteDisplaying the route overview 43Checking route parameters and accessing

route related functions 43Modifying the route calculation

conditions 43– Changing the vehicle used 43– Setting the vehicle parameters 44– Setting the route calculation 45– Changing road types used 46

Modifying the route 47– Selecting a new destination when a

route is already set 47

– Setting a new starting position for theroute 47

Editing the list of destinations 48Canceling the current route guidance 49Checking route alternatives for the current

route 49Watching the simulation of the route 50Navigating in off-road mode 50

Registering and editing locationsStoring a location in “Favorites” 51Saving a location as an alert point 51Editing an alert point 52

Using traffic informationChecking historical traffic information 53Receiving real-time traffic information

(TMC) 53– Checking the traffic incidents on the

map 54

Customizing preferencesDisplaying the settings screen 55Setting the volume and the guidance voice

for navigation system 55Customizing the quick menu 56Setting the traffic information 57Setting the user profiles 58Customizing the map screen settings 58Setting the visual guidance 59Customizing the display settings 60Customizing the regional settings 61Setting the Trip Monitor 61Starting the configuration wizard 61Resetting to the default settings 62

Other operationsMore menu 63

InstallationImportant safeguards 64

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Precautions before connecting thesystem 64

Before installing this product 65To prevent damage 65Precautions before installation 66Connecting the system 67Installing with the hook and loop

fastener 68

AppendixPositioning technology 69

– Positioning by GPS 69Handling large errors 69

– When positioning by GPS isimpossible 69

– Conditions likely to cause noticeablepositioning errors 69

Route setting information 71– Route search specifications 71

SD and SDHC logo 72Display information 73Glossary 74Specifications 75

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! This device complies with part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions: (1) This device maynot cause harmful interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference re-ceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.

! Information to UserAlteration or modifications carried out with-out appropriate authorization may invali-date the user’s right to operate theequipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested andfound to comply with the limits for a Class B di-gital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCCRules. These limits are designed to provide rea-sonable protection against harmful interfer-ence in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio com-munications. However, there is no guaranteethat interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television re-ception, which can be determined by turningthe equipment off and on, the user is encour-aged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.— Increase the separation between the equip-

ment and receiver.— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the re-ceiver is connected.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNINGHandling the cord on this product or cords asso-ciated with accessories sold with the productmay expose you to chemicals listed on proposi-

tion 65 known to the State of California and othergovernmental entities to cause cancer and birthdefect or other reproductive harm.Wash handsafter handling.

The Safety of Your Ears is inYour HandsGet the most out of your equipment by playingit at a safe level—a level that lets the soundcome through clearly without annoying blar-ing or distortion and, most importantly, with-out affecting your sensitive hearing. Soundcan be deceiving. Over time, your hearing“comfort level” adapts to higher volumes ofsound, so what sounds “normal” can actuallybe loud and harmful to your hearing. Guardagainst this by setting your equipment at asafe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:! Set your volume control at a low setting.! Slowly increase the sound until you can

hear it comfortably and clearly, without dis-tortion.

! Once you have established a comfortablesound level, set the dial and leave itthere.

BE SURE TO OBSERVE THEFOLLOWING GUIDELINES:! Do not turn up the volume so high that you

can’t hear what’s around you.! Use caution or temporarily discontinue use

in potentially hazardous situations.! Do not use headphones while operating a

motorized vehicle; the use of headphonesmay create a traffic hazard and is illegal inmany areas.

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License agreementPIONEER AVIC-U260 - for U.S.A.THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEENYOU, AS THE END USER, AND PIONEERELECTRONICS (USA) INC. (“PIONEER”).PLEASE READ THE TERMS AND CONDI-TIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BE-FORE USING THE SOFTWARE INSTALLED ONTHE PIONEER PRODUCTS. BY USING THESOFTWARE INSTALLED ON THE PIONEERPRODUCTS, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BYTHE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. THE SOFT-WARE INCLUDES A DATABASE LICENSED BYTHIRD PARTY SUPPLIER(S) (“SUPPLIERS”),AND YOUR USE OF THE DATABASE IS COV-ERED BY THE SUPPLIERS’ SEPARATETERMS, WHICH ARE ATTACHED TO THISAGREEMENT (Refer to page 11). IF YOU DONOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESE TERMS,PLEASE RETURN THE PIONEER PRODUCTS(INCLUDING THE SOFTWARE, AND ANYWRITTEN MATERIALS) WITHIN FIVE (5) DAYSOF RECEIPT OF THE PRODUCTS, TO THEAUTHORIZED PIONEER DEALER FROMWHICH YOU PURCHASED THEM. USE OFTHE SOFTWARE SHALL BE DEEMED TO BEYOUR CONSENT TO THE LICENSE AGREE-MENT.

1 GRANT OF LICENSEPioneer grants to you a non-transferable, nonexclusive license to use the software installedon the Pioneer products (the “Software”) andthe related documentation solely for your ownpersonal use or for internal use by your busi-ness, only on such Pioneer products.You shall not copy, reverse engineer, translate,port, modify or make derivative works of theSoftware. You shall not loan, rent, disclose,publish, sell, assign, lease, sublicense, marketor otherwise transfer the Software or use it inany manner not expressly authorized by thisagreement. You shall not derive or attempt toderive the source code or structure of all orany portion of the Software by reverse engi-neering, disassembly, decompilation, or any

other means. You shall not use the Software tooperate a service bureau or for any other useinvolving the processing of data for other per-sons or entities.Pioneer and its licensor(s) shall retain all copy-right, trade secret, patent and other proprie-tary ownership rights in the Software. TheSoftware is copyrighted and may not be cop-ied, even if modified or merged with other pro-ducts. You shall not alter or remove anycopyright notice or proprietary legend con-tained in or on the Software.You may transfer all of your license rights inthe Software, the related documentation and acopy of this License Agreement to anotherparty, provided that the party reads and agreesto accept the terms and conditions of this Li-cense Agreement.

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2 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTYTHE SOFTWARE AND RELATED DOCUMEN-TATION ARE PROVIDED TO YOU “AS IS”.PIONEER AND ITS LICENSOR(S) (FOR THEPURPOSE OF PROVISIONS 2 AND 3,PIONEER AND ITS LICENSOR(S) SHALL BECOLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS “PIONEER”)MAKES AND YOU RECEIVE NO WARRANTYFOR THE SOFTWARE, WHETHER EXPRESSOR IMPLIED, AND ALLWARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANYPARTICULAR PURPOSE FOR THE SOFTWAREARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. SOME STATESDO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OF IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONMAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THE SOFTWARE ISCOMPLEX AND MAY CONTAIN SOME NON-CONFORMITIES, DEFECTS OR ERRORS.PIONEER DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THESOFTWARE WILL MEET YOUR NEEDS OR EX-PECTATIONS, THAT OPERATION OF THESOFTWARE WILL BE ERROR FREE OR UNIN-TERRUPTED, OR THAT ALL NONCONFORMI-TIES CAN OR WILL BE CORRECTED.FURTHERMORE, PIONEER DOES NOT MAKEANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIESREGARDING THE USE OR RESULTS OF THEUSE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITSACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR OTHERWISE.

3 LIMITATION OF LIABILITYIN NO EVENT SHALL PIONEER BE LIABLEFOR ANY DAMAGES, CLAIM OR LOSS IN-CURRED BY YOU (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIM-ITATION, COMPENSATORY, DIRECT,INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSE-QUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, LOSTPROFITS, LOST INCOME, LOST SALES ORBUSINESS, EXPENDITURES, INVESTMENTS,OR COMMITMENTS IN CONNECTION WITHANY BUSINESS, LOSS OF ANY GOODWILL,OR DAMAGES) RESULTING FROM THE USEOF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE,EVEN IF PIONEER HAS BEEN INFORMED OF,KNEW OF, OR SHOULD HAVE KNOWN OFTHE LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES. THISLIMITATION APPLIES TO ANY AND ALL

CAUSES OF ACTION INDIVIDUALLY OR INTHE AGGREGATE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIM-ITATION BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACHOF WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILI-TY, MISREPRESENTATION, AND OTHERTORTS. IF PIONEER’S WARRANTY DISCLAI-MER OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SET FORTHIN THIS AGREEMENT SHALL OR FOR ANYREASON WHATSOEVER BE HELD UNEN-FORCEABLE OR INAPPLICABLE, YOU AGREETHAT PIONEER’S LIABILITY SHALL NOT EX-CEED FIFTY PERCENT (50%) OF THE PRICEPAID BY YOU FOR THE ENCLOSED PIONEERPRODUCT.Some states do not allow the exclusion or lim-itation of incidental or consequential da-mages, so the above limitation or exclusionmay not apply to you. This warranty disclaimerand limitation of liability shall not be applic-able to the extent that they are prohibited byany applicable federal, state or local law whichprovides that such a disclaimer or limitationcannot be waived or preempted.

4 EXPORT LAWASSURANCESYou agree and certify that neither the Softwarenor any other technical data received fromPioneer, nor the direct product thereof, will beexported outside the United States except asauthorized and as permitted by the laws andregulations of the United States. If the Soft-ware has been rightfully obtained by you out-side of the United States, you agree that youwill not re-export the Software nor any othertechnical data received from Pioneer, nor thedirect product thereof, except as permitted bythe laws and regulations of the United Statesand the laws and regulations of the jurisdic-tion in which you obtained the Software.

5 TERMINATIONThis Agreement is effective until terminated.You may terminate it at any time by destroyingthe Software. The Agreement also will termi-nate if you do not comply with any terms orconditions of this Agreement. Upon such ter-mination, you agree to destroy the Software.

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6 U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERSIf the Software is being acquired by or on be-half of the United States government or anyother entity seeking or applying rights similarto those customarily claimed by the UnitedStates government, the Data is licensed with“Limited Rights”. Utilization of the Software issubject to the restrictions specified in the“Rights in Technical Data” clause at DFARS252.227-7013, or the equivalent clause for non-defense agencies. Pioneer Electronics (USA)Inc., 1925 E. Dominguez Street, Long Beach,CA 90810.

7 MISCELLANEOUSThis is the entire Agreement between Pioneerand you regarding its subject matter. Nochange in this Agreement shall be effectiveunless agreed to in writing by Pioneer. Pioneerretailers do not have the authority to changethis Agreement. This Agreement shall be gov-erned by and construed in accordance withthe internal laws of the State of California. Ifany provision of this Agreement is declared in-valid or unenforceable, the remaining provi-sions of this Agreement shall remain in fullforce and effect.

PIONEER AVIC-U260 - for CanadaTHIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEENYOU, AS THE END USER, AND PIONEERELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC.(“PIONEER”). PLEASE READ THE TERMS ANDCONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT CARE-FULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE IN-STALLED ON THE PIONEER PRODUCTS. BYUSING THE SOFTWARE INSTALLED ON THEPIONEER PRODUCTS, YOU AGREE TO BEBOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREE-MENT. THE SOFTWARE INCLUDES A DATA-BASE LICENSED BY THIRD PARTY SUPPLIER(S) (“SUPPLIERS”), AND YOUR USE OF THEDATABASE IS COVERED BY THE SUPPLIERS’SEPARATE TERMS, WHICH ARE ATTACHEDTO THIS AGREEMENT (Refer to page 11). IFYOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESETERMS, PLEASE RETURN THE PIONEER PRO-DUCTS (INCLUDING THE SOFTWARE, ANDANY WRITTEN MATERIALS) WITHIN FIVE (5)DAYS OF RECEIPT OF THE PRODUCTS, TOTHE AUTHORIZED PIONEER DEALER FROMWHICH YOU PURCHASED THEM. USE OFTHE SOFTWARE SHALL BE DEEMED TO BEYOUR CONSENT TO THE LICENSE AGREE-MENT.

1 GRANT OF LICENSEPioneer grants to you a non-transferable, nonexclusive license to use the software installedon the Pioneer products (the “Software”) andthe related documentation solely for your ownpersonal use or for internal use by your busi-ness, only on such Pioneer products.

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You shall not copy, reverse engineer, translate,port, modify or make derivative works of theSoftware. You shall not loan, rent, disclose,publish, sell, assign, lease, sublicense, marketor otherwise transfer the Software or use it inany manner not expressly authorized by thisagreement. You shall not derive, or attempt toderive, the source code or structure of all orany portion of the Software by reverse engi-neering, disassembly, decompilation, or anyother means. You shall not use the Software tooperate a service bureau or for any other useinvolving the processing of data for other per-sons or entities.Pioneer and its licensor(s) shall retain all copy-right, trade secret, patent and other proprie-tary ownership rights in the Software. TheSoftware is copyrighted and may not be cop-ied, even if modified or merged with other pro-ducts. You shall not alter or remove anycopyright notice or proprietary legend con-tained in or on the Software.You may transfer all of your license rights inthe Software, the related documentation and acopy of this License Agreement to anotherparty, provided that the party reads and agreesto accept the terms and conditions of this Li-cense Agreement.

2 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTYTHE SOFTWARE AND RELATED DOCUMEN-TATION ARE PROVIDED TO YOU “AS IS”.PIONEER AND ITS LICENSOR(S) (FOR THEPURPOSE OF PROVISIONS 2 AND 3,PIONEER AND ITS LICENSOR(S) SHALL BECOLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS “PIONEER”)MAKES AND YOU RECEIVE NO WARRANTYFOR THE SOFTWARE, WHETHER EXPRESSOR IMPLIED, AND ALLWARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANYPARTICULAR PURPOSE FOR THE SOFTWAREARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. SOME STATESDO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OF IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONMAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THE SOFTWARE ISCOMPLEX AND MAY CONTAIN SOME NON-CONFORMITIES, DEFECTS OR ERRORS.

PIONEER DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THESOFTWARE WILL MEET YOUR NEEDS OR EX-PECTATIONS, THAT OPERATION OF THESOFTWARE WILL BE ERROR FREE OR UNIN-TERRUPTED, OR THAT ALL NONCONFORMI-TIES CAN OR WILL BE CORRECTED.FURTHERMORE, PIONEER DOES NOT MAKEANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIESREGARDING THE USE OR RESULTS OF THEUSE OF THE SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITSACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR OTHERWISE.

3 LIMITATION OF LIABILITYIN NO EVENT SHALL PIONEER BE LIABLEFOR ANY DAMAGES, CLAIM OR LOSS IN-CURRED BY YOU (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIM-ITATION, COMPENSATORY, INCIDENTAL,INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OREXEMPLARY DAMAGES, LOST PROFITS, LOSTSALES OR BUSINESS, EXPENDITURES, IN-VESTMENTS, OR COMMITMENTS IN CON-NECTION WITH ANY BUSINESS, LOSS OFANY GOODWILL, OR DAMAGES) RESULTINGFROM THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USETHE SOFTWARE, EVEN IF PIONEER HASBEEN INFORMED OF, KNEW OF, OR SHOULDHAVE KNOWN OF THE LIKELIHOOD OFSUCH DAMAGES. THIS LIMITATION APPLIESTO ALL CAUSES OF ACTION IN THE AGGRE-GATE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATIONBREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF WAR-RANTY, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, MIS-REPRESENTATION, AND OTHER TORTS. IFPIONEER’S WARRANTY DISCLAIMER ORLIMITATION OF LIABILITY SET FORTH IN THISAGREEMENT SHALL OR FOR ANY REASONWHATSOEVER BE HELD UNENFORCEABLEOR INAPPLICABLE, YOU AGREE THATPIONEER’S LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEEDFIFTY PERCENT (50%) OF THE PRICE PAID BYYOU FOR THE ENCLOSED PIONEER PRO-DUCT.

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Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential da-mages, so the above limitation or exclusionmay not apply to you. This warranty disclaimerand limitation of liability shall not be applic-able to the extent that they are prohibited byany applicable federal, state or local law whichprovides that such a disclaimer or limitationcannot be waived or preempted.

4 EXPORT LAWASSURANCESYou agree and certify that neither the Softwarenor any other technical data received fromPioneer, nor the direct product thereof, will beexported outside Canada except as authorizedand as permitted by the laws and regulationsof Canada. If the Software has been rightfullyobtained by you outside of Canada, you agreethat you will not re-export the Software nor anyother technical data received from Pioneer,nor the direct product thereof, except as per-mitted by the laws and regulations of Canadaand the laws and regulations of the jurisdic-tion in which you obtained the Software.

5 TERMINATIONThis Agreement is effective until terminated.You may terminate it at any time by destroyingthe Software. The Agreement also will termi-nate if you do not comply with any terms orconditions of this Agreement. Upon such ter-mination, you agree to destroy the Software.

6 MISCELLANEOUSThis is the entire Agreement between Pioneerand you regarding its subject matter. Nochange in this Agreement shall be effectiveunless agreed to in writing by Pioneer. Pioneerretailers do not have the authority to changethis Agreement. This Agreement shall be gov-erned by and construed in accordance withthe internal laws of the Province of Ontarioand the federal laws of Canada applicabletherein. If any provision of this Agreement isdeclared invalid or unenforceable, the remain-ing provisions of this Agreement shall remainin full force and effect.

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END USER LICENSE AGREEMENTEND USER TERMS

The content provided by HERE (“Data”) is licensed, not sold. By opening this package, or installing, copying, or otherwise using the Data, you agree to be bound by the terms of this agreement.

The Data is provided for your personal, internal use only and may not be resold. It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms (this “End User License Agreement”) and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and HERE and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand. For purposes of these terms, “HERE” shall mean (a) HERE North America, LLC with respect to Data for the Americas and/or the Asia Pacific region and (b) HERE Europe B.V. for Data for Europe, the Middle East and/or Africa.

The Data includes certain information and related content provided under license to HERE from third parties and is subject to the applicable supplier terms and copyright notices set forth at the following URL:http://corporate.navteq.com/supplier_terms.html.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

License Limitations on Use: You agree that your license to use this Data is limited to and conditioned on use for solely personal, noncommercial purposes, and not for service bureau, timesharing or other similar purposes. Except as otherwise set forth herein, you agree not to otherwise reproduce, copy, modify, decompile, disassemble or reverse engineer any portion of this Data, and may not transfer or distribute it in any form, for any purpose, except to the extent permitted by mandatory laws.

License Limitations on Transfer: Your limited license does not allow transfer or resale of the Data, except on the condition that you may transfer the Data and all accompanying materials on a permanent basis if: (a) you retain no copies of the Data; (b) the recipient agrees to the terms of this End User License Agreement; and (c) you transfer the Data in the exact same form as you purchased it by physically transferring the original media (e.g., the CD-ROM or DVD you purchased), all original packaging, all Manuals and other documentation. Specifically, Multidisc sets may only be transferred or sold as a complete set as provided to you and not as a subset thereof.

Additional License Limitations: Except where you have been specifically licensed to do so by HERE in a separate written agreement, and without limiting the preceding paragraph, your license is conditioned on use of the Data as prescribed in this agreement, and you may not (a) use this Data with any products, systems, or applications installed or otherwise connected to or in communication with vehicles capable of vehicle navigation, positioning, dispatch, real time route guidance, fleet management or similar applications; or (b) with, or in communication with, including without limitation, cellular phones, palmtop and handheld computers, pagers, and personal digital assistants or PDAs.

Warning: This Data may contain inaccurate or incomplete information due to the passage of time, changing circumstances, sources used and the nature of collecting comprehensive geographic Data, any of which may lead to incorrect results.

No Warranty: This Data is provided to you “as is”, and you agree to use it at your own risk. HERE and its licensors (and their licensors and suppliers) make no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, arising by law or otherwise, including but not limited to, content, quality, accuracy, completeness, effectiveness, reliability, fitness for a particular purpose, usefulness, use or results to be obtained from this Data, or that the Data or server will be uninterrupted or error free.

Disclaimer of Warranty: HERE AND ITS LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. Some States, Territories and Countries do not allow certain warranty exclusions, so to that extent the above exclusion may not apply to you.

Disclaimer of Liability: HERE AND ITS LICENSORS (INCLUDING THEIR LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU IN RESPECT OF ANY CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE CAUSE OF THE CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION ALLEGING ANY LOSS, INJURY OR DAMAGES, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OR POSSESSION OF THIS DATA; OR FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFIT,

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About the data for the mapdatabase! Modifications related to roads, streets/high-

ways, terrain, construction and other thingsbefore/during the development period maynot be reflected in this database. Inevitably,those modifications after that period arenot reflected in this database.

! Regardless of existing and newly-builtthings, the data may be different from theactual condition.

! For details about the map coverage of thisnavigation system, refer to the informationon our website.

! It is strictly prohibited to reproduce and useany part or the whole of this map in anyform without permission from the copyrightowner.

! If the local traffic regulations or conditionsdeviate from this data, follow the local traf-fic regulations (such as signs, indications,etc.) and conditions (such as construction,weather, etc.).

! The traffic regulation data used in the mapdatabase applies only to standard sizedpassenger vehicles. Note that regulationsfor larger vehicles, motorbikes, and othernon-standard vehicles are not included inthe database.

! © 1987-2013 HERE. All rights reserved.

! For copyright of contents, please check theAbout window in the software.= For details, refer toMore menu on page

63.

Important safety information

WARNING! Do not attempt to install or service this pro-

duct by yourself. Installation or servicing ofthis product by persons without training andexperience in electronic equipment and auto-motive accessories may be dangerous andcould expose you to the risk of electric shock,injury or other hazards.

! If liquid or foreign matter should get insidethis navigation system, park your vehicle tosafe place and turn the ignition switch off(ACC OFF) immediately and consult your deal-er or the nearest authorized Pioneer ServiceStation. Do not use the navigation system inthis condition because doing so may result ina fire, electric shock, or other failure.

! If you notice smoke, a strange noise or odorfrom the navigation system, or any other ab-normal signs on the LCD screen, turn off thepower immediately and consult your dealer orthe nearest authorized Pioneer Service Sta-tion. Using this navigation system in this con-dition may result in permanent damage to thesystem.

! Do not disassemble or modify this navigationsystem, as there are high-voltage componentsinside which may cause an electric shock. Besure to consult your dealer or the nearestauthorized Pioneer Service Station for internalinspection, adjustments or repairs.

! Do not allow this product to come into contactwith liquids. Electrical shock could result.Also, damage to the product, smoke, and over-heating could result from contact with liquids.

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CAUTIONWhen a route is calculated, the route and voiceguidance for the route are automatically set.Also, for day or time traffic regulations, only infor-mation about traffic regulations applicable at thetime when the route was calculated is consid-ered. One-way streets and street closures maynot be taken into consideration. For example, if astreet is open during the morning only, but youarrive later, it would be against the traffic regula-tions so you cannot drive along the set route.When driving, please follow the actual trafficsigns. Also, the system may not know some traf-fic regulations.

Before using your navigation system, be sureto read and fully understand the followingsafety information:! Read the entire manual before operating

this navigation system.! This navigation system may in certain cir-

cumstances display inaccurate position ofyour vehicle, the distance of objects shownon the screen, and compass directions. Inaddition, the system has certain limita-tions, including the inability to identify one-way streets, temporary traffic restrictionsand potentially unsafe driving areas. Pleaseexercise your own judgment in the light ofactual driving conditions.

! The navigation features of your navigationsystem (and rear view camera option if pur-chased) are intended solely as an aid toyou in the operation of your vehicle. It isnot a substitute for your attentiveness,judgment, and care when driving.

! Certain country and government laws mayprohibit or restrict the placement and useof this system in your vehicle. Please com-ply with all applicable laws and regulationsregarding the use, installation and opera-tion of your navigation system.

! Do not operate this navigation system (orthe rear view camera option if purchased) ifdoing so will divert your attention in anyway from the safe operation of your vehicle.Always observe safe driving rules and fol-

low all existing traffic regulations. If you ex-perience difficulty in operating the systemor reading the display, park your vehicle ina safe location and apply the parking brakebefore making the necessary adjustments.

! Never allow others to use the system un-less they have read and understood the op-erating instructions.

! Never use this navigation system to routeto hospitals, police stations or similar facil-ities in an emergency. Stop using any func-tions relating to the hands-free phoningand please call the appropriate emergencynumber.

! Route and guidance information displayedby this equipment is for reference purposesonly. It may not accurately reflect the latestpermissible routes, road conditions, oneway streets, road closures, or traffic restric-tions.

! Traffic restrictions and advisories currentlyin force should always take precedenceover guidance given by the navigation sys-tem. Always obey current traffic restric-tions, even if the navigation systemprovides contrary advice.

! Failure to set correct information about thelocal time may result in the navigation sys-tem providing improper routing and gui-dance instructions.

! Never set the volume of your navigationsystem so high that you cannot hear out-side traffic and emergency vehicles.

! The data encoded in the built-in memory isthe intellectual property of the provider, andthe provider is responsible for such con-tent.

! Keep this manual handy as a reference foroperating procedures and safety informa-tion.

! Pay close attention to all warnings in thismanual and follow the instructions care-fully.Failure to follow the warnings and cautionsas described in this manual and on the pro-duct itself and/or failure to use this productproperly may result in serious injury ordeath.

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! Please remember to wear your seat belt atall times while operating your vehicle. Ifyou are in an accident, your injuries can beconsiderably more severe if your seat beltis not properly buckled.

! Never use headphones while driving.

Fuel cost managementThese calculations are based only on the infor-mation that you provide and not on any datafrom the vehicle. The fuel mileage displayed isonly a reference value, and does not guaranteethe fuel mileage displayed can be obtained.

Traffic information! Pioneer does not bear responsibility for the

accuracy of the information transmitted.! Pioneer does not bear responsibility for

changes to information services providedby broadcasting stations or by related com-panies, such as cancellation of services orchanging to pay-services. Also, we do notaccept return of the product for this rea-son.

Speed limit indicationThe speed limit is based on the map database.The speed limit in the database may notmatch the actual speed limit of the currentroad. This is not a definite value. Be sure todrive according to the actual speed limit.

Additional safety informationTo avoid battery exhaustionBe sure to run the vehicle engine while usingthis product. Using this product without run-ning the engine can drain the battery.

WARNINGDo not install this product in a vehicle that doesnot have an ACC wire or circuitry available.

Handling the SD card slotThe SD memory card and SDHC memory cardare collectively referred to as the “SD memorycard”.

CAUTION! Keep the SD memory card out of the reach of

small children to prevent them from acciden-tally swallowing it.

! Ejecting an SD memory card during datatransfer can damage the SD memory card. Besure to eject the SD memory card by the pro-cedure described in this manual.

! To prevent data loss and damage to the sto-rage device, never remove it from this naviga-tion system while data is being transferred.

! If data loss or corruption occurs on the sto-rage device for any reason, it is usually notpossible to recover the data. Pioneer acceptsno liability for damages, costs or expensesarising from data loss or corruption.

! Never insert or eject an SD memory cardwhile driving.

! Do not insert anything other than SD memorycards into the SD card slot.

Notes before using the systemIn case of troubleShould the navigation system fail to operateproperly, contact your dealer or nearestauthorized Pioneer Service Station.

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Visit our websiteVisit us at the following site:

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com

In Canadahttp://www.pioneerelectronics.ca

1 Register your product.2 Receive updates on the latest products and

technologies.3 Download owner’s manuals, order product

catalogs, research new products, and muchmore.

4 Receive notices of software upgrades andsoftware updates.

The names of private corporations, pro-ducts and other entities described in thisproduct are the registered trademarks ortrademarks of their respective firms.

Checking part names andfunctions

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1 SD card slotp An SD memory card containing map

data is inserted at the factory.p Do not erase the map data stored on the

SD memory card (inserted at the factory).Without the data, the navigation functionis disabled.

2 Video output selector switchThe switch is used to change the resolutionof video output to the AV receiver.! When the switch is set to the left,

WQVGA video is output.! When the switch is set to the right,

WVGA video is output.

3 Reset button= For details, refer to Resetting the micro-

processor on page 17.

4 Power indicator

Inserting an SD memory cardp The included SD memory card must be in-

serted into the SD card slot for prior tousing the AVIC-U260 for the first time.

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1 Insert an SD memory card into the SDcard slot.

2 Gently press the card in against thespring latch until it stops, then release.The card will lock firmly into place inside theSD card slot.

Resetting the microprocessor

CAUTIONPlease refer to the related section before clearing.

The microprocessor should be reset under thefollowing conditions:! Prior to using this product for the first time

after installation.! If this product fails to operate properly.! When adding/removing additional pro-

ducts that connect to the navigation sys-tem.

! If your vehicle position is shown on themap with a significant positioning error.

% Press the reset button on this productwith a pointed object such as the tip of apen.

Reset button

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On first-time startupWhen you use the navigation system for thefirst time, an initial setup process starts auto-matically. Follow the steps below.

1 Start the engine to boot up the system.

2 Wait approximately 10 seconds, andthen press the MODE button of the AV re-ceiver.After a short pause, the navigation splashscreen appears.

3 Set the video output selector switch ac-cording to your AV receiver.

p If the screen remains black after pressingtheMODE button of the AV receiver, set theswitch to the other side.

= For details, refer to Checking part namesand functions on page 16.

4 Select the language that you want touse on the screen, then touch [Done].

p Later you can change it in “Regional” set-tings.

= For details, refer to Customizing the regionalsettings on page 61.

The navigation system will restart and the“End User Licence Agreement” screen is dis-played.

5 Read the terms carefully, checking itsdetails, and then touch [Accept] if youagree to the conditions.

The configuration wizard starts.

6 Touch [Next] to continue.

7 Select the language that you want touse for voice guidance messages, thentouch [Next].

p Later you can change it in “Sound andWarnings” settings.

= For details, refer to Setting the volume andthe guidance voice for navigation system onpage 55.

8 If needed, modify the time format andunit settings, then touch [Next].

p Later you can change it in “Regional” set-tings.

= For details, refer to Customizing the regionalsettings on page 61.

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9 If needed, modify the default routeplanning options, then touch [Next].

p Later you can change them in “Route Set-tings”.

= For details, refer toModifying the route cal-culation conditions on page 43.

p You can restart the configuration wizardlater from the “Settings”menu.

= For details, refer to Starting the configurationwizard on page 61.

10 Touch [Finish].The initial setup is now complete.After touching [Finish], the “NavigationMenu” screen appears and you can startusing the navigation system.

Regular startup1 Start the engine to boot up the system.

2 Press the MODE button of the AV recei-ver.After a short pause, the navigation screen ap-pears.

p The display will turn off if you press theMODE button of the AV receiver immedi-ately after the navigation system restarts, so

wait (approximately 10 seconds) after re-start before pressing theMODE button.

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Screen switching overviewNavigation screen

Press the MODE button of the AV receiver.

AV receiver screen (e.g. AVH-X2600BT)

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What you can do on eachmenu1 Map screen

Touch [ShowMap] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

2 Quick menuRegistering your favorite menu items in short-cuts allows you to quickly jump to the regis-tered menu screen by a simple touch on thequick menu screen. The master volume sliderat the bottom of the screen adjusts the soundvolume of the device. All sounds of this sys-tem are affected.p You can customize the menu options.

= For details, refer to Customizing thequick menu on page 56.

3 “Navigation Menu” screenTouch [Menu] on the map screen to displaythe “Navigation Menu” screen.This is the starting menu to access the desiredscreens and operate the various functions.

4 “Find”menuYou can search for your destination on thismenu.Other features include useful functions tosupport your navigation.

5 “My Route”menuYou can display your route information on themap. You can also perform route-related ac-tions such as editing or canceling your routeon this menu.

6 “More...”menuYou can customize the way the navigation sys-tem works, to simulate demo routes or to runsome additional applications.

7 Traffic summary screenYou can check the summary of traffic eventson the set route.

Operating list screens (e.g.route settings screen)

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2 BackThe previous screen returns. Touching andholding [Back] returns to the map screen.

3 Touching or on the right of screen allowsyou to see the next or previous page.

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1 Text boxDisplays the characters that are entered.

2 KeyboardTouch the keys to enter the characters.p To enter a space, touch at the bottom

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p When entering text, the first characterappears in upper case while the rest ofthe text is in lower case. Touch toenter an upper case letter or touchtwice to turn on Caps Lock. Touch againand lower case letters return.

3 BackThe previous screen returns. Touching andholding [Back] returns to the map screen.

4 MoreTouching [More] switches to another key-board layout, for example from an English key-board to a Greek keyboard.

5 ResultsTouch to finalize the keyboard entry (open thelist of search results).If the desired name does not show up, thenames that match the string appear in a listafter entering a couple of characters (to openthe list of results before it appears automati-cally, touch [Results]).

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Touch to switch to a keyboard offering nu-meric and symbol characters.

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Touch to correct your entry on the keyboard.Touching and holding deletes several char-acters or the entire input string.

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Touch to finalize the keyboard entry (acceptthe suggested search result).

Monitoring the GPSreception qualityIn the top right corner, the GPS reception qual-ity icon shows the current accuracy of the po-sition information.

Indicator Meaning

: GPS navigation possible

: Insufficient GPS navigation

: GPS navigation not possible

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p Information with an asterisk (*) appearsonly when the route is set.

p Depending on the conditions and settings,some items may not be displayed.

1 Name of the street to be used (or next gui-dance point)*Shows information about the next guidancepoint (maneuver) and the next street or thenext city.

2 Next guidance point (maneuver)*When you approach the next maneuver, thisappears in orange. Both the type of the event(turn, traffic circle, exiting freeway, etc.) andits distance from the current position are dis-played. A smaller icon shows the type of thesecond next maneuver if it is near the firstone.= For details, refer to Frequently shown

route events on page 24.3 Distance to the next guidance point (man-

euver)*Shows the distance to the next maneuver.

4 Second maneuver arrow*

Shows the turning direction after the next gui-dance point and the distance to it.

5 Current positionIndicates the current location of your vehicle.The apex of the triangular mark indicates yourorientation and the display moves automati-cally as you drive.p The exact location of the arrow mark de-

pends on the vehicle type used for routecalculation and the navigation mode.

= For details, refer to Changing the vehicleused on page 43.

6 Menu keyTouch [Menu] to return to the “NavigationMenu” screen.= For details, refer to What you can do on

each menu on page 21.7 Street name (or city name) that your vehi-

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Touching this field displays route informationduring navigation. By default, only one datafield is displayed. Touch this field to see alldata fields.= For details, refer to Browsing the data

field on page 26.9 Current route*

The route currently set is highlighted in coloron the map.= For details of the POI icons, refer to Cus-

tomizing the map screen settings onpage 58.

a Traffic informationThe recommended route is not always thesame between two points. Whenever suitabledata exists, traffic information can be takeninto account in the route calculation.

b Quick menuTouching this key causes the quick menu toappear.= For details, refer to Quick menu on

page 21.

Frequently shown routeevents

Icon Description

Turn left.

Turn right.

Turn back.

Bear right.

Turn sharp left.

Icon Description

Keep left.

Continue straight in the intersec-tion.

Go left on the traffic circle, 3rd exit(next maneuver).

Enter traffic circle (second nextmaneuver).

Enter freeway.

Exit freeway.

Board ferry.

Leave ferry.

Approaching a waypoint.

Approaching the destination.

Seeing the current positionon the map1 Display the “Navigation Menu” screen.

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2 Touch [Show Map] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.The map screen appears showing the currentposition (a blue arrow by default), recom-mended route (an orange line) and surround-ing map area.

p The arrow mark appears in blue by default.You can change this icon.

= For details of the POI icons, refer to Custo-mizing the map screen settings on page 58.

When there is no GPS position, the arrowmark is transparent. It shows your last knownposition. The more green dots you see in a sa-tellite symbol in the top left corner, the closeryou are to get the valid GPS position.

When GPS position is available, the arrowmark is displayed in full color, now showingyour current position.

Checking the detailed informationabout the current positionYou can get the detailed information about thecurrent position (or about the last known posi-tion if GPS reception is not available) from the“Where Am I?” screen. You can also searchfor useful Points Of Interest (POI) nearby onthe screen. Follow the steps below to open the“Where Am I?” screen.

1 Display the map screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Screen

switching overview on page 20.

2 If the current street is displayed belowthe arrow mark (current position), touch itto open the “Where Am I?” screen.# Touch in the top right corner of the screento open the quick menu screen, then touch[Where Am I?].The screen provides the following information:

! Latitude and longitude (coordinate of thecurrent position in WGS84 format)

! Altitude (elevation information coming fromthe GPS receiver – often inaccurate)

! House number on the left! House number on the right! Position information (current or last

known)/time left since it was last updated! Address details of the current position

(when available)p To save the current position as a “Favor-

ites” destination, touch [More].= For details, refer to Storing a location in

“Favorites” on page 51.p You can also search for assistance near

your current position.= For details, refer to Searching for a nearby

POI on page 36.

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Browsing the data fieldThe data fields are different when you are navi-gating the current route and when you haveno specified destination (the orange line is notdisplayed). The data field provides the follow-ing information.! When the route is set:

Distance to final destination, time neededto reach the final destination and estimatedarrival time

! When the route is not set:Current speed, speed limit of the currentroad and current time

p The estimated time of arrival is an idealvalue calculated based on the value set for“Max. Speed” and the actual drivingspeed. The estimated time of arrival is onlya reference value, and does not guaranteearrival at that time.= For details, refer to Setting the vehicle

parameters on page 44.p You can change the value by touching and

holding any of the fields.

Display during freewaydrivingIn certain locations of the freeway, lane infor-mation is available, indicating the recom-mended lane to be in to easily maneuver thenext guidance.

Lane information

While driving on the freeway, freeway exitnumbers and freeway signs may be displayedin the vicinity of interchanges and exits.If you are approaching a complex intersectionand the needed information exists, the map isreplaced with a 3D view of the junction.

Signposts

Junction view

p If the data for these items is not containedin the map data, the information is notavailable even if there are signs on the ac-tual road.

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An icon showing a gas station or a restaurantwill appear on the map during you are drivingon freeways. Touch the icon to open the detailsof the next few exits or service stations.

Freeway exit services

p You can add any of them as a waypoint toyour route.

= For details, refer to Setting a route using the“My Route” menu on page 41.

p If you want to display other types of POIsfor the exits, you can change the icons in“Visual Guidance Settings”.

= For details, refer to Setting the visual gui-dance on page 59.

Operating the map screenChanging the scale of the mapYou can change how much of the map is dis-played on the screen with street names andother text displayed in the same font size.

1 Display the map screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Screen

switching overview on page 20.

2 Touch anywhere on the map during na-vigation.The map stops following the current positionand control keys appear.

3 Touch or to change the map scale.

p Map scaling has a limit in 3D map viewmode. If you zoom out further, the mapswitches to 2D view mode.

= For details, refer to Switching the map be-tween 2D and 3D on page 28.

4 Touch [Back] to move the map back tofollow the current GPS position.

Smart ZoomYour navigation system features “Smart Zoom”

that works in two ways:! When the route is set:

When approaching a turn, it will zoom inand raise the view angle to let you easily re-cognize your maneuver at the next junc-tion. If the next turn is at a distance, it willzoom out and lower the view angle to beflat so you can see the road in front of you.

! When the route is not set:“Smart Zoom” will zoom in if you driveslowly and zoom out when you drive athigh speed.

Switching the map orientationYou can switch how the map shows your vehi-cle’s direction between “Heading up” and“North up”.! Heading up:

The map display always shows the vehicle’sdirection as proceeding toward the top ofthe screen.

! North up:The map display always has north at thetop of the screen.

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p The map orientation is fixed at “Headingup” when the 3D map screen is displayed.

1 Display the map screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Screen

switching overview on page 20.

2 Touch anywhere on the map during na-vigation.The map stops following the current positionand control keys appear.

3 Touch to switch the map orientation.

Each time you touch the key the settingchanges.

4 Touch [Back] to move the map back tofollow the current GPS position.

Changing the view angle of themapYou can change the view angle of the map hor-izontally or vertically.p You can change the vertical view angle of

the map in 3D mode only.= For details, refer to Switching the map be-

tween 2D and 3D on page 28.

1 Display the map screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Screen

switching overview on page 20.

2 Touch anywhere on the map during na-vigation.The map stops following the current positionand control keys appear.

3 Touch / to tilt up/down or / torotate left/right.

p Touching the key once modifies the view inlarge steps and touching and holding thekey modifies it continuously and smoothly.

4 Touch [Back] to move the map back tofollow the current GPS position.

Switching the map between 2Dand 3D1 Display the map screen.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch anywhere on the map during na-vigation.The map stops following the current positionand control keys appear.

3 Touch or to switch between 2Dand 3D view modes.

Each time you touch the key the settingchanges.

p When the 2D map screen is selected, isdisplayed.

p When the 3D map screen is selected, isdisplayed.

4 Touch [Back] to move the map back tofollow the current GPS position.

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Scrolling the map to theposition you want to see1 Display the map screen.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch and drag the map in the desireddirection to scroll.

p Positioning the cursor to the desired loca-tion results in a brief information overviewabout the location being displayed at thetop of the screen, with street name andother information for this location beingshown.

p The scrolling increment depends on yourdragging length.

3 Touch [Back] to move the map back tofollow the current GPS position.

Viewing information about aspecified locationAn icon appears at registered places such as“Favorites” entries and places where there isa POI icon or traffic information icon. Placethe cursor over the icon to view detailed infor-mation.

1 Scroll the map and move the scroll cur-sor to the icon you want to view.

2 Touch to see the details of the se-lected location.

3 Touch the item that you want to checkthe detailed information.# Touch [Back] to return to the map.

= For details of the POI icons, refer to Custo-mizing the map screen settings on page 58.

= For details of the traffic information icons,refer to Setting the traffic information onpage 57.

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p Some information regarding traffic regula-tions depends on the time when the routecalculation is performed. Thus, the infor-mation may not correspond with a certaintraffic regulation when your vehicle actuallypasses through the location in question.Also, the information on the traffic regula-tions provided applies for a passenger vehi-cle, and not for a truck or other deliveryvehicles. Always follow the actual trafficregulations when driving.

Searching for a location byaddressThe most frequently used function is “FindAddress”, in which the address is specifiedand the location is searched.p Depending on the search results, some

steps may be skipped.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find], then [Find Address].

3 Touch [Country], enter the first few let-ters of the country or state on the key-board and then select one country or statefrom the list of results.

p By default, your navigation system proposesthe country and state where you are. If nochanges are required, skip steps 3.

p If you select a country without a state, youcan search for a city in all its states.

4 Touch [City] and enter the name of thecity on the keyboard.

5 Touch [Street] and enter the streetname on the keyboard.

6 Touch [House Number] and enter thehouse number on the keyboard.

p To enter letters, touch .

7 When the entry is complete, touch[Done].

p If the entered house number cannot befound, the midpoint of the street is selectedas the destination.

The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

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Searching for a location byentering the midpoint of astreetYou can also navigate to the midpoint of astreet if the house number is not available.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find], then [Find Address].

3 If necessary, modify the country.= For details of the operations, refer to Search-

ing for a location by address on page 30.

4 Touch [Street] and enter the streetname on the keyboard.

5 Touch [Select Street].The map screen appears with the selectedpoint in the middle. The midpoint of the streetis selected as the destination.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Searching for a location byentering the city centerYou can search for a location by entering thecity center.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find], then [Find Address].

3 If necessary, modify the country.= For details of the operations, refer to Search-

ing for a location by address on page 30.

4 Touch [City] and enter the name of thecity on the keyboard.

5 Touch [Select City].The map screen appears with the selectedpoint in the middle. The center of the dis-played city becomes the destination of theroute.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Finding the location byspecifying the ZIP codeIf you know the ZIP code of the location thatyou want to find, you can use it to find the lo-cation.p Depending on the search results, some

steps may be skipped.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find], then [Find Address].

3 If necessary, modify the country.= For details of the operations, refer to Search-

ing for a location by address on page 30.

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4 Touch [City] and enter the name of thecity using its ZIP code.

p To open the numeric keypad, touch .

5 Touch [Street] and enter the streetname on the keyboard.

6 Touch [House Number] and enter thehouse number on the keyboard.

p To enter letters, touch .

7 When the entry is complete, touch[Done].

p If the entered house number cannot befound, the midpoint of the street is selectedas the destination.

The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Searching for Points ofInterest (POI)Information of various facilities (Points Of In-terest – POI), such as gas stations, parkinglots or restaurants, is available. You cansearch for a POI by using the “Quick Search”feature, or by selecting the category (or enter-ing the POI name).

Searching for POIs using “QuickSearch”You can quickly find a favorite place by itsname. The search is always carried out alongthe recommended route if it exists or aroundyour current position if no destination is set.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find], then [Find Places].

3 Touch [Quick Search Along Route].

A keyboard screen appears. Start entering thename of the place.

4 After entering a few letters, touch [Re-sults].

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The list of places opens with names contain-ing the entered character sequence.

5 Scroll the list and touch the place youwant.

A full screen map appears with the selectedpoint in the middle. The name and address ofthe place is displayed at the top of the screen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

p To see the details of the selected place,touch .Touching [Back] returns to the map screen.

p The places in the list are ordered by theirdistance from the current or last known po-sition, from the destination or by the lengthof the necessary detour. To change theorder, follow the steps below:Touch [More], then touch one of the listitems.

Searching for POIs using presetcategoriesThe preset search allows you to quickly findthe most frequently selected types of POIs.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find], then [Find Places].The preset search categories are as follows.

! Gas Station Along Route! Parking At My Destination! Restaurant Along Route! Accommodation At My Destination

p When the route is set and any of the abovesearch categories are selected, the categorysearch will occur along the route.

p When a route has not been set and any ofthe above search categories are selected,the category search will occur around yourcurrent position.

p When the current position is not available(no GPS signal) and any of the abovesearch categories are selected, the categorysearch will occur around your last knownposition.

3 Touch the POI you want.

The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Searching for POIs bycategoriesYou can search for POIs by their categoriesand subcategories.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

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2 Touch [Find], then [Find Places].

3 Touch [Custom Search].

4 Select the area around which the POIsshould be searched for.

! In a City:Searches for a place within a selected city.(The result list will be ordered by the dis-tance from the center of the selected city.)

! Around Last Known Position:Searches around the current position or if itis not available, around the last known posi-tion. (The result list will be ordered by thedistance from this position.)

! Around Destination:Searches for a place around the destinationof the current route. (The result list will beordered by the distance from the destina-tion.)

! Along Route:Searches along the current route, and notaround a given point. This is useful whenyou search for a later stopover that resultsin a minimal detour only, such as searchingfor upcoming gas stations or restaurants.(The result list will be ordered by the lengthof the necessary detour.)

p If you have selected [In a City], select thecity to search in.

5 Select one of the main place categories(e.g. Accommodation) or touch [List AllPlaces].

The screen appears showing all places aroundthe selected location or along the route.

6 Select one of the sub place categories(e.g. Hotel or Motel) or touch [List AllPlaces in Accommodation].

The screen appears showing all places in theselected main category around the selected lo-cation or along the route.Sometimes the list of brands in the selectedplace subcategory appears.

7 Select one brand or touch [List AllPlaces in Accommodation >> Hotel orMotel].

The screen appears showing all places in theselected subcategory around the selected lo-cation or along the route.

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Finally, the results appear in a list.

8 Touch the POI you want.The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Searching for a POI directlyfrom the name of the facilitiesYou can search for POIs by their names.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find], then [Find Places].

3 Touch [Custom Search].

4 Select the area around which the POIsshould be searched for.

! In a City:Searches for a place within a selected city.(The result list will be ordered by the dis-tance from the center of the selected city.)

! Around Last Known Position:

Searches around the current position or if itis not available, around the last known posi-tion. (The result list will be ordered by thedistance from this position.)

! Around Destination:Searches for a place around the destinationof the current route. (The result list will beordered by the distance from the destina-tion.)

! Along Route:Searches along the current route, and notaround a given point. This is useful whenyou search for a later stopover that resultsin a minimal detour only, such as searchingfor upcoming gas stations or restaurants.(The result list will be ordered by the lengthof the necessary detour.)

p If you have selected [In a City], select thecity to search in.

5 Select one of the main place categories(e.g. Accommodation) to search in, ortouch [Find by Name] to search among allplaces.

6 Select one of the place subcategories(e.g. Hotel or Motel) to search in, or touch[Find by Name] to search in the selectedplace category.

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7 Touch [Find by Name] if you have notdone it before.

8 Using the keyboard, start entering thename of the place.

9 After entering a few letters, touch [Re-sults].The screen appears showing the list of placeswith names containing the entered charactersequence.

10 Touch the POI you want.The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Searching for a nearby POIYou can search for POIs in your surroundings.

1 Display the map screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Screen

switching overview on page 20.

2 Touch on the map screen.= For details, refer to Customizing the quick

menu on page 56.

3 Touch [Where Am I?], then [Help Near-by].

The following preset search categories appear,all for searching around the current position(or around the last known position if the cur-rent position is not available).

! Car Repair Around Here:Car repair and roadside assistance services

! Health Around Here:Medical and emergency services

! Police Around Here:Police stations

! Gas Station Around Here:Gas stations

4 Touch the desired quick search key.

5 Touch the POI you want.The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Selecting a location byusing “Find on Map”1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find] on the “Navigation Menu”screen.

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3 Touch [Find on Map].

4 Move and scale the map to locate yourdestination.

5 Touch [Select].The selected location appears on the mapscreen.

= For details, refer to Setting a route to yourdestination on page 40.

p You can also select a map location as thedestination by scrolling the map.

= For details, refer to Searching for a locationby scrolling the map on page 39.

= For details, refer toModifying the route cal-culation conditions on page 43.

Selecting destination fromstored locationsStoring locations you visit frequently savestime and effort.Selecting an item from the list provides aneasy way to specify the position.p This function is not available if no locations

have been registered in “Favorites”.= For details, refer to Storing a location in “Fa-

vorites” on page 51.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find] on the “Navigation Menu”screen.

3 Touch [Favorites].

The list of “Favorites” destinations appears.

4 Touch the entry you want.The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

p To see more of the list, browse down ortouch [Filter] to enter a few letters from thename of the “Favorites” destination.

Selecting a location yousearched for recentlyThe places that you set as destinations or way-points previously are automatically stored in“History”.

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Smart HistoryTwo of the most recently set destinations areshown in the “History” field for easier access.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find] on the “Navigation Menu”screen.

3 Touch or in the “History” field.The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

HistoryThree most likely destinations are displayed onthe first page of the list while the rest of thedestinations are ordered by time they were lastselected.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find] on the “Navigation Menu”screen.

3 Touch [History].The list of recent destinations appears.

4 Touch the entry you want.The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

Searching for a location bycoordinatesEntering a latitude and longitude pinpointsthe location.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [Find] on the “Navigation Menu”screen.

3 Touch [More], then touch [Coordinate].

4 Enter the latitude and longitude values.

p You can enter the latitude and longitude va-lues in any of the following formats: Deci-mal degrees; degrees and decimal minutes;or degrees, minutes and decimal seconds.

p When entering the coordinate in UTM for-mat, touch [More], then [UTM].

5 When finished, touch [Done].The searched location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

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Searching for a location byscrolling the mapSpecifying a location after scrolling the mapenables you to set the position as destination,waypoint.

1 Display the map screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Screen

switching overview on page 20.

2 Touch and drag the screen to scroll themap to the position you want.

3 Touch the location that you want to se-lect as your destination.The cursor appears.

4 Touch [Select].The selected location appears on the mapscreen.

= For subsequent operations, refer to Settinga route to your destination on page 40.

p You can also select a map location as thedestination using the “Find on Map” fea-ture.

= For details, refer to Selecting a location byusing “Find on Map” on page 36.

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Setting a route to yourdestinationYou can set a route to your destination byusing either a searched location or the “MyRoute” menu.

Setting a route using asearched location1 Search for a location.

= For details, refer to Searching for and select-ing a location on page 30.

The map screen appears with the selectedpoint in the middle.

2 Touch [Go] to confirm the destination.After a short summary of the route para-meters, the map appears showing the entireroute. The route is automatically calculated.

p If you have already set the route to the desti-nation, [Next] will appears. Touch [Next]and select the way to modify the currentroute.

= For details, refer to Selecting a new destina-tion when a route is already set on page 47.

3 Touch [Go!].Your navigation system starts the route gui-dance.# Touch [More] to modify route parameters.

Checking route alternativeswhen planning the routeYou can select from different route alternativesor change the route planning method afteryou have selected a new destination.

1 Search for a location.= For details, refer to Searching for and select-

ing a location on page 30.The map screen appears with the selectedpoint in the middle.

2 Touch [Go] to confirm the destination.After a short summary of the route para-meters, the map appears showing the entireroute. The route is automatically calculated.

p If you have already set the route to the desti-nation, [Next] will appears. Touch [Next]and select the way to modify the currentroute.

3 Touch [More].

4 Touch [Route Alternatives].

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5 Touch any of the alternatives to see iton the map.

If you cannot find a good alternative, touch[More Results] and scroll down for routeswith different routing methods.

6 Select one of the alternatives andtouch [Back].

The previous screen returns. The navigationsystem calculates the route. The orange linenow shows the new recommended route.

Setting a route using the “MyRoute”menu1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

3 Touch [Create Route].

p The start point of the route, normally it isthe current GPS position, is displayed.

4 Touch .

p When the “Create Route” option is not dis-played, touch [More] to open a list withmore options.

5 Select the destination you want to set.You can select the destination of the route thesame way as described in the previous sec-tions.

= For details, refer to Selecting a location yousearched for recently on page 37.

When the new destination is selected, the listreturns.

p To add more destinations, touch whereyou want to insert the new point in the list,and repeat the above steps.

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6 Touch [Go] to confirm the destination.After a short summary of the route para-meters, the map appears showing the entireroute. The route is automatically calculated.

p If you have already set the route to the desti-nation, [Next] will appears. Touch [Next]and select the way to modify the currentroute.

= For details, refer to Selecting a new destina-tion when a route is already set on page 47.

7 Touch [Go!].Your navigation system starts the routeguidance.

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Displaying the route overview1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

3 Touch [Overview].The current route is displayed in its full lengthon the map together with additional informa-tion and controls.

Checking route parametersand accessing route relatedfunctionsYou can check different parameters of theroute recommended by the navigation system.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.The following information is displayed on thisscreen:

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1 Name and/or address of the destination2 Warning icons (if any). They provide extra

information about your route (e.g. unpavedroads or toll roads to be taken).

3 Total time of the route4 Total length of the route

5 The symbol of the vehicle type used in routecalculation

6 Route planning method (e.g. Fast)7 Estimated delay calculated from traffic

events on your routep The following options are available.= For details, refer to Registering and editing

locations on page 51.! Edit Route:

Touch this key to add or remove destina-tions or change their sequence. You canalso set a route start point other than yourcurrent location. This can be useful to planand save a future map.

! Overview:Touch this key to display the entire route onthe map.

! Avoidances:Touch this key to bypass a part of the route.

! Cancel Route:Touch this key to delete the current route.

! More:Touch this key to open a list with more op-tions like selecting from route alternatives,changing route parameters, simulating theroute, saving the current route or loading apreviously saved route.

! Back:Touch this key to return to the “NavigationMenu” screen.

Modifying the routecalculation conditionsYou can modify the conditions for route calcu-lation and recalculate the current route.

Changing the vehicle usedYou can set the type of vehicle you will use tonavigate the route. Based upon this setting,some of the road types can be excluded fromthe route, or some of the restrictions may notbe taken into account in route calculation.

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1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...], then [Settings].

3 Touch [Route Settings].

4 Touch [Vehicle], then touch the vehicletype you use.

You can select from the following vehicletypes:

! Default Car:! Maneuver restrictions and directional

constraints are taken into account whenplanning a route.

! Roads are used only if access for cars isallowed.

! Private roads and resident-only roadsare used only if they are inevitable toreach the destination.

! Walkways are excluded from routes.! Default Bus:

! Maneuver restrictions and directionalconstraints are taken into account whenplanning a route.

! Roads are used only if access for busesis allowed.

! Private roads, resident-only roads andwalkways are excluded from routes.

! Default Taxi:! Maneuver restrictions and directional

constraints are taken into account whenplanning a route.

! Roads are used only if access for taxis isallowed.

! Private roads, resident-only roads andwalkways are excluded from routes.

This system calculates the route optimized forthe new vehicle type. The orange line nowshows the new recommended route.

Setting the vehicle parametersYou can edit the parameters of the vehicle pro-file.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...], then [Settings].

3 Touch [Route Settings].

4 Touch [Vehicle].

5 Touch next to the vehicle profile thatyou want to modify.

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6 Scroll the list and touch any of the linesto change the parameters.

! Name:Touch this key to rename the profile.

! Fuel Consumption in Cities:Enter the average consumption of your ve-hicle when used in built-up areas. The unitfor consumption can be set in “Regional”settings.

! Fuel Consumption on Highways:Enter the average consumption of your ve-hicle when used on freeways. The unit forconsumption can be set in “Regional” set-tings.

! Engine Type:Select the engine and fuel type of your vehi-cle. This helps in estimating the CO2 emis-sion.

! Fuel Price:Enter the average fuel price for travel costcalculation. The currency can be set in “Re-gional” settings.

! Max. Speed:Set the maximum speed you travel with thevehicle.

! Use Extended Settings:Check this box to enable more settings forthe following parameters.! Length:

Set the total length of the vehicle.! Width:

Set the width of the vehicle.! Height:

Set the height of the vehicle.! Trailer:

Set if there is a trailer attached to the ve-hicle.

! Maximum Allowed Weight:

Set the maximum allowed weight of thevehicle.

! Actual Weight:Set the actual weight of the vehicle.

! Freight:Select one or more hazard types if thevehicle carries dangerous material.

You can also set the following option:! Confirm Parameters for Each Route Plan-

ning:When enabled, the list of vehicle para-meters always appears before route calcula-tion. This helps you quickly adjust theparameters when some of them (actualweight, for instance) often change.

7 When finished modifying an existingvehicle profile, touch [Back].The settings are completed.

p While this profile is selected, the para-meters of your vehicle are taken into ac-count when planning routes.

Setting the route calculationThese settings determine how routes will becalculated. Select the type of vehicle you aredriving, the road types used in route planning,and the route planning method.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...], then [Settings].

3 Touch [Route Settings].

4 Touch the setting item.! Navigation Mode:

On-road navigation creates a turn by turnitinerary using the road network on themap. Switch to off-road navigation to navi-gate between destinations in a straight line.

! Route Planning Method:

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The route calculation can be optimized fordifferent situations and vehicle types bychanging the planning method.! Fast:

Calculates a route with the shortest tra-vel time to your destination as a priority.

! Green:Calculates a quick but fuel efficientroute based on the fuel consumptiondata given in Route settings. Travel costand CO2 emission calculations are esti-mations only. They cannot take eleva-tions, curves and traffic conditions intoaccount.

! Short:Calculates a route with the shortest dis-tance to your destination as a priority.Usually practical for pedestrians, cy-clists or slow vehicles. Searching for ashort route regardless of the speed, thisroute type is rarely practical for normalvehicles.

! Easy:Results in a route with fewer turns andno difficult maneuvers. With this option,you can make this system to take, for ex-ample, the freeway instead of a series ofsmaller roads or streets.

Changing road types usedTo recalculate the current route with differentroad type preferences, follow the steps below.p To let the route fit your needs, you can also

set which road types are to be consideredfor or to be excluded from the route if possi-ble. Excluding a road type is a preference. Itdoes not necessarily mean total prohibi-tion.

p If your destination can only be accessedusing some of the excluded road types,they will be used but only as much as ne-cessary. In this case a warning icon will beshown on the route parameter, and the partof the route not matching your preferencewill be displayed in a different color on themap.

= For details, refer to Checking route para-meters and accessing route related func-tions on page 43.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...], then [Settings].

3 Touch [Route Settings].

4 Touch any of the listed road types.

If needed, scroll the list for all road types. Thefollowing options can be set for route calcula-tion:

! Highways:Set whether to avoid freeways when you aredriving a slow car or you are towing anothervehicle.

! Period Charge:Set whether to include toll roads with re-stricted time access where you can pur-chase a pass or vignette to use the road fora longer period of time. This option can beenabled or disabled separately from tollroads.

! Per-use Toll:Set whether to include toll roads wherethere is a per-use charge. The navigationsystem includes toll roads by default.

! Ferries:Set whether to include ferries. The naviga-tion system includes ferries by default.

! Carpool/HOV:Sets whether to include the carpool or HOVlanes. The navigation system excludes car-pool or HOV by default.

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p Carpool or HOV lanes can be used if agiven number of passengers are travel-ing in the vehicle.

! Unpaved Roads:Set whether to include unpaved roads. Thenavigation system excludes unpaved roadsby default.

! Calculate Green Alternative:If the selected routing method is not“Green”, you can have your route comparedto the best green alternative on the screenwhen confirming the route. If this alterna-tive is much better than the selected meth-od, you can quickly switch to “Green”mode.

5 Touch [Back] to confirm the changes.The navigation system recalculates the route.The orange line now shows the new recom-mended route.

Modifying the routeWhen navigation is already started, there areseveral ways to modify the current route. Thefollowing sections describe some of those op-tions.

Selecting a new destinationwhen a route is already setIf you already have a recommended route andyou select a new destination, the navigationsystem will ask you whether to start a newroute, add a new waypoint to the route or ap-pend the newly selected destination at the endof the current route.

! New Route:

Touch this key to plan a new route to thenewly selected location. The previous desti-nation and waypoint(s) are deleted.

! Waypoint:Touch this key to add the newly selected lo-cation as a waypoint to your route. Theother destinations of the route remain in-tact.p The new waypoint is placed among des-

tinations to keep the route optimal. Todecide where a waypoint to appear, usethe “Edit Route” menu.

! Final Destination:Touch this key to append the newly se-lected destination at the end of the route.The other destinations of the route remainintact. The previous final destination is nowthe last waypoint.

Setting a new starting positionfor the routeFor normal navigation, all routes are plannedfrom the current position. In order to check fu-ture routes, simulate them or see their lengthin time and distance, you can turn off the GPSreceiver. Then you can set the starting point ofthe route to a different location than the cur-rent GPS position.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

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3 Touch [Edit Route] when you alreadyhave a route.

4 Touch on the first line (normally thecurrent GPS position) and confirm your ac-tion on the warning message screen.

5 Touch [Set Start Point].

6 Select the start point of the route thesame way as you select a destination.

7 Touch [Set Start].

8 Select [Go] when the new start point isset.The map screen returns with a transparentarrow mark (showing that there is no GPS re-ception). If the current route already existed, itis now recalculated starting from the selectedlocation.

# Touch [Turn on GPS].Normal navigation returns.

= For details, refer to Seeing the current posi-tion on the map on page 24.

Editing the list of destinationsYou can edit the route by modifying the list ofdestinations. You can add or remove destina-tions, modify the start position or reorder thelist.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

3 Touch [Edit Route] when you alreadyhave a route.

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Touch this key to add a new destination.! :

Touch this key to delete a destination.! :

Touch this key to modify the start point ofthe route.

! More:Touch this key to reorder the list. You can doit manually or you can let this system opti-mize the route for you.

Canceling the current routeguidanceIf you no longer need to travel to your destina-tion, follow the steps below to cancel the routeguidance. You can cancel it from either the“Navigation Menu” screen or the mapscreen.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

3 Touch [Cancel Route].The current route is deleted with all itswaypoints.

Checking route alternativesfor the current routeTo recalculate the current route with a differ-ent route planning method, you can modifythe settings for the route calculation (refer toChecking and modifying the current route onpage 43). There is another way to do this andto compare different route alternatives withthe same route planning method.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

3 Touch [More].

4 Touch [Route Alternatives].

5 Touch any of the alternatives to see iton the map.

If you cannot find a good alternative, touch[More Results] and scroll down for routeswith different routing methods.

6 Select one of the alternatives andtouch [Back].

The map screen returns. The navigation sys-tem recalculates the route. The orange linenow shows the new recommended route.

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Watching the simulation ofthe routeYou can run a simulated navigation that de-monstrates the current route. Follow the stepsbelow.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [My Route] on the “NavigationMenu” screen.

3 Touch [More].

4 Scroll down the list and touch [SimulateNavigation].

The simulation starts from the starting point ofthe route, and using a realistic speed, it leadsyou through the whole recommended route.

p During simulation, you can use the follow-ing control keys (they disappear after a fewseconds but you can open them again bytouching the map).

! :Jumps to the previous guidance point(maneuver).

! :Pauses the simulation.

! :Jumps to the next guidance point (maneu-ver).

! :Increases the speed of the simulation tofour, eight or 16 times faster. Touching thekey again returns to the normal speed.

# Touch [Back].The simulation stops.

Navigating in off-road modeYou can switch your navigation to off-roadmode. The off-road mode navigates betweendestinations in a straight line regardless of theroad network and traffic regulations.

CAUTIONDo not follow the route suggestions if they sug-gest an illegal route or would put you in an un-safe situation. This feature is not a replacementfor attentiveness or proper preparation. Navigatein off-road mode at your own risk as weather,trail/route conditions, and other factors may af-fect your safety while navigating.

1 Touch [More...], then [Settings].

2 Touch [Route Settings].

3 Touch [Navigation Mode], then select[Off-road].

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Storing a location in“Favorites”Storing your favorite locations as “Favorites”provides you with the opportunity to save thetime and effort of re-entering this information.“Favorites” can include your home location,favorite places, destinations you have alreadyregistered and any location on the map.

1 Select a destination.= For details, refer to Searching for and select-

ing a location on page 30.

2 When the map screen appears with theselected location in the middle, touch[More].

3 Touch [Add to Favorites].

To change the name, use the keyboard. Touchto enter numbers or symbols.

4 Touch [Done].

The location is saved as a new “Favorites”destination.

Saving a location as analert pointAlert points are preloaded in your navigationsystem. You can also download more from ourwebsite, or save any map location as an alertpoint (a speed camera or a railway crossing,for example).p This feature can warn you when you ap-

proach one of these points. The followingalert types are available:! Audio and Visual: A sound beeps or

announces the type of the alert.! Visual: The type of the alert point, its

distance and the related speed limit ap-pear on the map.

= For details, refer to Setting the volume andthe guidance voice for navigation system onpage 55.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...], then [Settings].

3 Touch [Sound and Warnings].

4 Touch [Alert Point Settings].

5 Touch [Alert Point Warnings], then[Turn On].

6 Scroll the map and select a location.The cursor appears at the selected point.

7 Touch [More].

8 Scroll down the list and touch [AddAlert Point].

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9 Set the necessary parameters.

! Type of Alert:Set the type of alert point.

! Direction of Alert:Set the direction from which you expect thealert.

! Speed Limit:Set the speed limit for this alert point (if ap-plicable).

10 Touch [Save].The location is saved as a new alert point.

p The warning for road safety cameras (likespeed cameras) is disabled when you are incertain countries where road safety camerawarning is prohibited. However, you arefully responsible for ensuring that this fea-ture is legal in the country where you intendto use it.

Editing an alert pointYou can edit a previously saved alert point (aspeed camera or a railway crossing, for exam-ple).

1 Scroll the map and select the alert pointto edit.The cursor appears around the alert point.

2 Touch [More].

3 Scroll down the list and touch [EditAlert Point].

4 Modify the necessary parameters.

! Type of Alert:Modify the type of alert point.

! Direction of Alert:Modify the direction from which you expectthe alert.

! Speed Limit:Modify the speed limit for this alert point (ifapplicable).

5 Touch [Save].The changes are saved to the alert point.

p The warning for road safety cameras (likespeed cameras) is disabled when you are incertain countries where road safety camerawarning is prohibited. However, you arefully responsible for ensuring that this fea-ture is legal in the country where you intendto use it.

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Checking historical trafficinformationWhen this feature is enabled on the “Traffic”settings menu, the navigation system can takethe traffic information into account when plan-ning a route. For settings, follow the stepsbelow.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...].

3 Touch [Settings], then [Traffic].

4 Touch [Historical Traffic] and enable thehistorical traffic data.

p When the traffic data is available, a 2D mapis displayed with road segments colored bythe density of the traffic in the given period.

p You can modify the day of week and thetime of day to see the desired period.

p You can disable this feature on public holi-days, for example, in order not to take intoaccount normal weekday traffic con-gestion.

Receiving real-time trafficinformation (TMC)Traffic Message Channel (TMC) can provideyou with the real-time status of the traffic. Yourdevice contains the TMC receiver that isneeded to receive traffic incidents (the receiver

is enabled by default). If you need to enablethe TMC receiver, follow the steps below.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...].

3 Touch [Settings], then [Traffic].

4 Touch [Traffic Receiver] and enable thereceiver.

p When traffic information that may affectyour route is received, this system will warnyou that it is recalculating the route, andnavigation will continue with a new routethat is optimal considering the most up-to-date traffic conditions.

To fine-tune this calculation, you can set theminimum delay that can trigger a route recal-culation, or you can instruct the software tohave you confirm the new recommendedroute before it takes effect. You can set thesein “Traffic” settings.

= For details of the traffic information icons,refer to Setting the traffic information onpage 57.

p When the traffic data is available, a 2D mapis displayed with road segments colored bythe severity of traffic incidents. Touch theevent type icon at the road segment andthen touch to get information about thetraffic incident.

p TMC is not a global service. It may not beavailable in your country or region. Ask yourlocal dealer for coverage details.

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Checking the traffic incidentson the mapYou can check the details of traffic incidentson the map.p Road segments affected by traffic incidents

are displayed with an alternate color on themap, and small symbols above the roadshow the nature of the incident.

p A special icon appears to show youwhether traffic incidents are received. Theicon shows the status of the traffic receiverwhen there are no traffic incidents on yourroute, otherwise it shows the type of thenext traffic incident on your route.

1 Touch .

2 Touch [Event List].The list of traffic incidents appears.

3 Touch any of the list items to see its de-tails, and to display the affected road seg-ment on the map.If there are traffic incidents on the recom-mended route that this system has not by-passed, the icon will open the list ofsignificant traffic incidents to let you quicklycheck them.

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Displaying the settings screen1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...].

3 Touch [Settings].

4 Touch the setting item.

Setting the volume and theguidance voice fornavigation systemYou can adjust the sound volume, mute yourdevice or change the voice guidance lan-guage.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Sound and Warnings].

3 Touch the setting item.! Volume:

You can adjust the volume of the followingsounds in this system. If you touch this key,a new screen appears where you can setthe following sound types and their con-trols.! Voice: These controls affect the volume

of the guidance sounds (verbal instruc-tions).

! Ding: Turn off the attention tone preced-ing verbal instructions or adjust its vo-lume.

! Alert Beeps: These controls affect thevolume of the non verbal alert sounds(beeps).

! Key: Key sounds provide audible confir-mation of either pressing hardware keysor touching the touch panel screen.These controls affect key sounds.

! Voice Language:Displays the current voice guidance profile.If you touch this key, you can select a newprofile from the list of available languagesand speakers. Touch any of these to hear asample voice prompt. Just touch [Back]when you have selected the new spokenlanguage.Different voice profiles are capable of differ-ent levels of service:! Natural Voice: These prerecorded

sounds can only tell you basic informa-tion about turns and distances.

! TTS Voice: These computed voices cantell you complex instructions. They cantell you the street names or read out themessages for you.

! Advanced Settings:You can set this system to read the streetnames in a foreign country, use road num-bers in your language or announces themaneuver only.You can also decide whether you want anannouncement for distance maneuvers or itis enough to receive the information whenthe turn is near.

! Verbosity Level:You can set the verbosity of the voice in-structions: how much information is givenand how often the prompts occur.

! Speed Warning Settings:This system is able to warn you if you ex-ceed the current limit. This information maynot be available for your region (ask yourlocal dealer), or may not be fully correct forall roads in the map.

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The maximum speed set in the vehicle pro-file is also used for this warning. This sys-tem alerts you if you exceed the presetvalue even if the legal speed limit is higher.This setting lets you decide whether youwish to receive visible and/or audible warn-ings.Adjust the slider to set the relative speedabove which the application initiates thewarning.The following alert types are available:! Audio and Visual: you receive a verbal

warning when you exceed the speedlimit with the given percentage.

! Visual: the current speed limit is shownon the map when you exceed it.

If you prefer to see the speed limit sign onthe map all the time (normally it is shownonly if your speed exceeds it), you can set ithere.

! Alert Point Settings:This feature allows you to receive a warningwhen approaching a Road Safety Cameraor other alert points like school zones orrailroad crossings. You must ensure onyour own liability that using this feature islegal in the country where you intend to useit.You can set the alert for the different alertpoint categories individually. The followingalert types are available:! Audio and Visual: beeps can be played

(natural voice) or the type of the alertcan be announced (TTS) while you areapproaching one of these points, and anextra alert can warn you if you exceedthe given speed limit while approaching.

! Visual: the type of the alert point, its dis-tance and the related speed limit appearon the map screen while you are ap-proaching one of these cameras.

For some of the alert points, the enforced orexpected speed limit is available. For thesepoints, the audio alert can be different ifyou are below or above the given speedlimit.

! When approaching: The audio alert isalways played when approaching one ofthese alert points. In order to draw yourattention, the alert is different when youexceed the speed limit.

! Only when speeding: The audio alert isonly played when you exceed the givenspeed limit.

! Warning Sign Alerts:Maps may contain driver alert information.Touch this key to turn on or off these warn-ings and to set the distance from the ha-zard to receive the warning at. These can beset individually for the different warningtypes.

Customizing the quick menuYou can customize the items of the quickmenu.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Customize Quick Menu].

3 Touch the key from the list that youwant to set.

! Favorites:Displays the list of your favorite destina-tions.

! Overview:Displays a 2D map scaled and positioned toshow the entire route.

! Quick Place Search:This function lets you search for a placealong your route or around your current lo-cation if there is no route calculated.

! Map Settings:Displays the map related settings.

! Visual Guidance Settings:Displays the settings related to route infor-mation on the map screen.

! Traffic:Displays the traffic information.

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Touching this key lets you bypass parts ofthe recommended route.

! Cancel Route:Cancels the route and stops navigation. Thekey is replaced with the next one if way-points are given.

! Remove Next Waypoint:Skips the next waypoint from the route.

! Trip Monitor:Displays the “Trip Monitor” where you canmanage your trip logs and track logs thatyou previously saved.

! Where Am I?:Displays a special screen with informationabout the current position and a key tosearch for nearby emergency or roadsideassistance services.

! Create Route/Edit Route:Displays the screen for creating a route tothe destination or editing the current route.

! Itinerary:Displays the list of maneuvers (the itiner-ary).

! Vehicle Profile:Displays the parameters of the selected ve-hicle profile.

! Save Route:With this function you can save the activeroute for later use.

! Load Route:With this function you can replace the ac-tive route with a previously saved route.

! History:Displays the destinations history list. Youcan select one of your previous destina-tions.

! Route Settings:Displays the route related settings.

! Find Places:With this function you can search for Pointsof Interest in various different ways.

! Simulate Navigation:Displays the map screen and starts simulat-ing the active route.

! GPS Info:

Displays the GPS information screen withsatellite position and signal strength in-formation.

Setting the traffic informationThe recommended route is not always thesame between two points. Whenever suitabledata exists, traffic information can be takeninto account in the route calculation.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Traffic].

3 Touch the setting item.! Historical Traffic:

You can switch to enable or disable histori-cal traffic data and traffic patterns by touch-ing this key. This locally stored informationcan be very useful in normal circumstancesbut for example on public holidays it maybe better to turn off in order not to take intoaccount normal weekday traffic congestion.

! Traffic Receiver:You can set to enable or disable the TMC re-ceiver that can receive real-time traffic infor-mation. The following items (Detour, andEvent types) are all related to the TMC func-tion and are available only if the receiver isenabled.

! Detour:This setting determines how this systemuses the received real-time traffic informa-tion in route calculation. When calculatinga new route, or when recalculation be-comes necessary based on the receivedtraffic events, this system avoids trafficevents if it makes sense.You can also set the minimum delay thattriggers route recalculation, and you can in-struct the application if you want to confirmevery recalculation.

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Touch this key to open the list of trafficevent types, and select which events to takeinto account in route calculation.

Setting the user profilesIf more drivers use this navigation system,their settings can be remembered by usingone of the user profiles.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [User Profiles].

3 Touch the key on the right of new pro-file that you want to set.

p Rename the profiles so that all users knowwhich profile to use and switch betweenprofiles by touching its name.

p If you select a new profile, this system re-starts so that the new settings can takeeffect.

Customizing the mapscreen settingsYou can fine-tune the appearance of the mapscreen.Adjust the map view to your needs, choosesuitable color themes from the list for bothdaytime and night use, change the blue arrowto a 3D car model, show or hide 3D buildings,turn track logging on or off, and manage yourplace visibility settings (which places to showon the map).

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Map Settings].The “Map Settings” screen appears.

3 Touch the setting item.You can see the effect when you change a set-ting.

! ViewMode:Switch the map view between a 3D perspec-tive view and a 2D topdown view.

! Viewpoint:Adjust the basic zoom and tilt levels to yourneeds. Three levels are available.

! Automatic Overview:When selected, the map zooms out to showan overview of the surrounding area if thenext route event (maneuver) is far. Whenyou get close to the event, the normal mapview returns.

! Colors:Switch between daytime and night colormodes or let the software switch betweenthe two modes automatically a few minutesbefore sunrise and a few minutes after sun-set.

! Day Map Color:Select the color scheme used in daytimemode.

! Night Map Color:Select the color scheme used in nightmode.

! 3D Vehicle Gallery:Replace the default position marker to oneof the 3D vehicle models.You can select separate icons for differentvehicle types selected for route planning.Separate icons can be used for car, pedes-trian and the other vehicles.

! Landmarks:Show or suppress 3D landmarks, 3D artisticor block representations of prominent orwell-known objects.

! Buildings:Show or suppress 3D city models, 3D artis-tic or block representation of full city build-ing data containing actual building sizeand position on the map.

! 3D Terrain:Show or suppress the 3D elevation of thesurrounding terrain.

! Track Logs:

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Turn on or off track log saving, that is, sav-ing the sequence of the locations your jour-neys go through.

! Place Markers:Select which places to show on the mapwhile navigating. Too many places makethe map crowded so it is a good idea tokeep as few of them on the map as possi-ble. For this, you have the possibility to savedifferent place visibility settings. You havethe following possibilities:! Touch the checkbox to show or hide the

place category.! Touch the name of the place category to

open the list of its subcategories.! Touch [More] to save the current place

visibility set or to load a previously savedone. Here you can also revert to the de-fault visibility settings.

Setting the visual guidanceAdjust how this system helps you navigatewith different kinds of route related informa-tion on the map screen.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Visual Guidance Settings].

3 Touch the setting item.! Data Fields:

The data fields in the corner of the mapscreen can be customized. Touch this keyand select the values you want to see. Thevalues can be different when you navigate aroute from when you are just cruising with-out a given destination. You can select gen-eral trip data like your current speed or thealtitude, or route data related to your finaldestination or the next waypoint on yourroute.

! Offer Freeway Services:You may need a gas station or a restaurantduring your journey. This feature displays anew key on the map when you are drivingon freeways. Touch this key to open a panelwith the details of the next few exits or ser-vice stations. Touch any of them to displayit on the map and add it as a waypoint toyour route if needed.

! Facility Types:Select the service types displayed for thefreeway exists. Choose from the POI cate-gories.

! Signposts:Whenever adequate information is avail-able, lane information similar to the realones on road signs above the road is dis-played at the top of the map. You can turnthis feature on or off.

! Junction View:

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If you are approaching a freeway exit or acomplex intersection and the needed infor-mation exists, the map is replaced with a3D view of the junction. You can turn thisfeature on or let the map be displayed forthe whole route.

! Tunnel View:When entering tunnels, the surface roadsand buildings can be distracting. This fea-ture shows a generic picture of a tunnel in-stead of the map. A top-down overview ofthe tunnel and remaining distance are alsodisplayed.

! Route Progress Bar:Turn on the route progress bar to see yourroute as a straight line on the left side ofthe map. The blue arrow represents yourcurrent position and moves up as you tra-vel. Waypoints and traffic events are alsodisplayed on the line.

! Offer Congestion Detour on Highways:When you slow down while driving on afreeway, there is a chance that you are in atraffic congestion so this system offers youa detour using the next exit. The messageshows you distance of the exit and the dif-ference in distance and estimated timecompared to the original route. You canchoose from one of the following options:! Touch [Dismiss] or just ignore the mes-

sage if you want to keep the originalroute.

! Touch [Preview] to see the overview ofthe original route and the detour tomake the decision. You can accept thedetour as offered or increase the by-passed freeway segment before accept-ing.

! Turn to the suggested new direction andthe route will be automatically recalcu-lated.

! Offer Real-time Route Alternatives:Alternative routes can be suggested whendriving on normal roads. This system willselect a different turn in the upcoming in-tersection and offers you a different route

for the next section of the route. But youcannot modify the offered detour.

! Offer Parking Around Destination:Parking at the destination may not be easyin city areas. As you approach the destina-tion, this system can offer parking categoryplaces near your destination. Touch this keyto open a top-down map with the destina-tion and the offered parking places. Selectone and modify the route accordingly.

! Offer Hints Upon Detour:If you leave the recommended route andsuddenly exit the freeway, this system offersdifferent alternatives near the exit like gasstations or restaurants. Also, if there areavoidable parts of the original route ahead(like a tunnel, a toll road or a ferry), you willfind them in the list in case you want to by-pass them with the help of this system.

Customizing the displaysettingsDisplay related settings include menu anima-tions and the brightness of the display.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Display].

3 Touch the setting item.! Menu Animations:

When animation is turned on, keys onmenus and keyboard screens appear in ananimated way. Screen transitions are alsoanimated.

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Customizing the regionalsettingsThese settings allow you to customize this sys-tem for your local language, measurementunits, time and date settings and formats, aswell as to choose the time zone.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Regional].

3 Touch the setting item.! Program Language:

This key displays the current written lan-guage of the user interface. By touchingthe key, you can select a new languagefrom the list of available languages. Thissystem will restart if you change this set-ting.

! Units and Formats:You can set the distance units to be used bythis system. This system may not supportall the listed units in some voice guidancelanguages.Select between 12 and 24 hours time dis-play and the various international date dis-play formats.You can also set other country specificunits used to display different values in thissystem.

! Time Zone:By default, time zone is taken from the mapinformation and adjusted by your current lo-cation. Here you can set time zone and day-light saving time manually.

Setting the Trip MonitorTrip logs contain useful information aboutyour trips. Trip logs can be saved manuallywhen you reach your destination or you canturn on the automatic saving here. You can ac-cess these logs in the “Trip Monitor”. “Trip

Monitor” is available from the “More...”menu.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Trip Monitor].

3 Touch [More], then touch [Trip MonitorSettings].

4 Touch the setting item.! Enable Auto-Saving:

Trip monitor can record statistical data ofyour trips. If you need these logs later, youcan let this system save them automaticallyfor you.

! Trip Database Size:You cannot select this. This line shows thecurrent size of the trip database, the sum ofall trip and track logs saved.

! Save Track Log:Track logs, the sequence of the positionsgiven by the GPS receiver, can be saved to-gether with trip logs. They can later be dis-played on the map. You can let this systemsave the track log whenever it saves atrip.

Starting the configurationwizardModify the basic software parameters set dur-ing the initial setup process.= For details, refer to On first-time startup on

page 18.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Start Configuration Wizard].

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3 Select the language that you want touse for voice guidance messages, thentouch [Next].

p Later you can change it in “Sound andWarnings” settings.

= For details, refer to Setting the volume andthe guidance voice for navigation system onpage 55.

4 If needed, modify the time format andunit settings, then touch [Next].

p Later you can change it in “Regional” set-tings.

= For details, refer to Customizing the regionalsettings on page 61.

5 If needed, modify the default routeplanning options, then touch [Next].

p Later you can change them in “Route Set-tings”.

= For details, refer to Setting the route calcula-tion on page 45.

Resetting to the defaultsettingsDelete all saved data and reset all settings totheir factory defaults.

1 Display the settings screen.= For details of the operations, refer to Dis-

playing the settings screen on page 55.

2 Touch [Reset to Defaults].

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MoremenuThe “More...” menu provides you with variousoptions and additional applications.

1 Touch [Menu] on the map screen.The “Navigation Menu” screen appears.

= For details of the operations, refer to Screenswitching overview on page 20.

2 Touch [More...].

3 Touch the desired menu item.! Settings:

You can configure the program settings,and modify the behavior of the software,fine-tune route planning options, changethe look of the map screen, turn on or offwarnings, or restart the configuration wi-zard, etc.

! Updates and Extras:Visit www.naviextras.com to get additionalcontent, such as new maps or 3D land-marks and useful applications.

! Unit Converter:Access travel applications: the unit conver-ter helps you convert between various differ-ent international units for temperature,speed, area or pressure, etc.

! Clothing:Access travel applications: the clothing sizeconverter helps you convert between var-ious different international size units formen’s or women’s cloth types and shoes.

! Fuel Consumption:The Fuel consumption monitor helps youkeep track of the consumption of your careven if you do not use navigation for allyour journeys. Set the initial odometer valueand then record the distance taken and fuelfilled in whenever you fill your car. You canalso set reminders for regular car mainte-nance.

! Sunrise & Sunset:Touch this key to see the sunlit and darkareas of the world. Your current locationand route points are marked on the map.Touch [Details] to see the exact sunrise and

sunset times for all your route points (yourcurrent location, all waypoints and the finaldestination).

! Trip Monitor:If you save your trip logs when you arrive atsome of your destinations or let this systemautomatically save the trip logs for you,those logs are all listed here. Touch one ofthe trips to see the trip statistics, speed andaltitude profile. If track log has also beensaved, you can display it on the map withthe selected color. Track logs can be ex-ported to GPX files for later use.

! Country Information:Select a country from the list and see usefuldriving information about the selectedcountry. Information may include speedlimits on different road types, the maximumblood alcohol level and any compulsoryequipment you need to show when stoppedby the police.

! Calculator:The scientific calculator helps you in allyour calculation needs. Touch [MODE] foradditional functions and use the memory tosave your results.

! Help:Run the Demo to watch sample route simu-lations to see how navigation works. The“About” section provides you with productinformation. Read the software and data-base end user license agreement, or checkthe map and other contents of the applica-tion. You can also access program usagestatistics.

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Important safeguards

WARNINGPioneer does not recommend that you installyour navigation system yourself. This pro-duct is designed for professional installationonly. We recommend that only authorizedPioneer service personnel, who have specialtraining and experience in mobile electro-nics, set up and install this product. NEVERSERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF. In-stalling or servicing this product and its con-necting cables may expose you to the risk ofelectric shock or other hazards, and cancause damage to the navigation system thatis not covered by warranty.

! Read this manual fully and carefully beforeinstalling your navigation system.

! As with any accessory in your vehicle’s in-terior, the navigation system should not di-vert your attention from the safe operationof your vehicle as it may result in seriousinjury or death. If you experience difficultyin operating the system or reading the dis-play, please make adjustments while safelyparked.

Precautions beforeconnecting the system

CAUTION! If you decide to perform the installation

yourself, and have special training and ex-perience in the mobile electronics instal-lations, please carefully follow all of thesteps in the installation manual.

! Secure all wiring with cable clamps orelectrical tape. Do not allow any bare wir-ing to remain exposed.

! Do not directly connect the yellow lead ofthis product to the vehicle battery. If thelead is directly connected to the battery,engine vibration may eventually causethe insulation to fail at the point where

the wire passes from the passenger com-partment into the engine compartment. Ifthe yellow lead’s insulation tears as a re-sult of contact with metal parts, short-cir-cuiting can occur, resulting inconsiderable danger.

! It is extremely dangerous to allow cablesto become wound around the steering col-umn or shift lever. Be sure to install thisproduct, its cables, and wiring away insuch so that they will not obstruct or hin-der driving.

! Make sure that the cables and wires willnot interfere with or become caught inany of the vehicle’s moving parts, espe-cially the steering wheel, shift lever, park-ing brake, sliding seat tracks, doors, orany of the vehicle’s controls.

! Do not route wires where they will be ex-posed to high temperatures. If the insula-tion heats up, wires may becomedamaged, resulting in a short circuit ormalfunction and permanent damage tothe product.

! Do not cut the GPS antenna cable toshorten it or use an extension to make itlonger. Altering the antenna cable couldresult in a short circuit or malfunction.

! Do not shorten any leads. If you do, theprotection circuit (fuse holder, fuse resis-tor or filter, etc.) may fail to work properly.

! Never feed power to other electronic pro-ducts by cutting the insulation of thepower supply lead of the navigation sys-tem and tapping into the lead. The currentcapacity of the lead will be exceeded,causing overheating.

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Before installing this product! Use this unit with a 12-volt battery and ne-

gative grounding only. Failure to do so mayresult in a fire or malfunction.

! To avoid shorts in the electrical system, besure to disconnect the (–) battery cable be-fore installation.

To prevent damage

WARNING! The black lead is ground. Please ground

this lead separately from the ground ofhigh-current products such as poweramps. Do not ground more than one pro-duct together with the ground from an-other product. For example, you mustseparately ground any amp unit awayfrom the ground of this navigation sys-tem. Connecting grounds together cancause a fire and/or damage the products iftheir grounds became detached.

! When replacing the fuse, be sure to onlyuse a fuse of the rating prescribed on thisproduct.! When disconnecting a connector, pull the

connector itself. Do not pull the lead, asyou may pull it out of the connector.

! This product cannot be installed in a vehi-cle without ACC (accessory) position onthe ignition switch.

ACC ONS

TART

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TART

OFF

ACC position No ACC position

! To avoid short-circuiting, cover the discon-nected lead with insulating tape. It is espe-cially important to insulate all unusedspeaker leads, which if left uncovered maycause a short circuit.

! Attach the connectors of the same color tothe corresponding colored port, i.e., blueconnector to the blue port, black to black,etc.

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Precautions beforeinstallation

CAUTION! Never install this product in places where,

or in a manner that:! Could injure the driver or passengers if

the vehicle stops suddenly.! May interfere with the driver’s opera-

tion of the vehicle, such as on the floorin front of the driver’s seat, or close tothe steering wheel or shift lever.

! Make sure there is nothing behind thedashboard or paneling when drilling holesin them. Be careful not to damage fuellines, brake lines, electronic components,communication wires or power cables.

! When using screws, do not allow them tocome into contact with any electrical lead.Vibration may damage wires or insulation,leading to a short circuit or other damageto the vehicle.

! To ensure proper installation, be sure touse the supplied parts in the manner spe-cified. If any parts are not supplied withthis product, use compatible parts in themanner specified after you have the parts’compatibility checked by your dealer. Ifparts other than supplied or compatibleones are used, they may damage internalparts of this product or they may workloose and the product may become de-tached.

! It is extremely dangerous to allow cablesto become wound around the steering col-umn or shift lever. Be sure to install thisproduct, its cables, and wiring away insuch so that they will not obstruct or hin-der driving.

! Make sure that leads cannot get caught ina door or the sliding mechanism of a seat,resulting in a short circuit.

! Please confirm the proper function ofyour vehicle’s other equipment after in-stallation of the navigation system.

! Install the navigation system between thedriver’s seat and front passenger seat sothat it will not be hit by the driver or pas-senger if the vehicle stops quickly.

! Never install the navigation system infront of or next to the place in the dash-board, door, or pillar from which one ofyour vehicle’s airbags would deploy.Please refer to your vehicle’s owner’smanual for reference to the deploymentarea of the frontal airbags.

! Failure to follow all of these precautionsmay result in serious injury or death.

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Secure the RGB cable with the 11 mm (.4 in) screw

The navigation unit

Where applicable, secure the cable to the AV receiver using an 11 mm (.4 in) screw (supplied).

Insert one end of the RGB cable into the “DATA BUS” slot on the side of this product and secure it with an 11 mm (.4 in) screw (supplied). Connect the other end of the cable to RGB IN input on the back of your Pioneer AV receiver.

TMC antenna (supplied)

Attach the GPS antenna to the “GPS ANTENNA” jack on the side of this product.

GPS antenna (supplied)

TMC antenna IF

AV receiver

RGB cable (supplied)

Yellow (B+)To the terminal that the power is always supplied regardless of the ignition switch position.

Black (GND)To vehicle (metal) body.

Power cord (supplied)

Fuse (3 A, 250 V)

Affix the double-sided tape (supplied) on the surface as level as possible where the GPS antenna faces the window. Place the GPS antenna on the double-sided tape.

2.65 m (8 ft. 8 in.)

3 m (9 ft. 10 in.)

2 m (6 ft. 7 in.)

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Installing with the hookand loop fastener1 Thoroughly wipe off both surfaces be-fore affixing the hook and loop fastener.

2 Peel off the protective sheet and attachthe hook and loop fastener.

Navigation unit

Protective sheet

3 Decide on the installation position.

4 Peel off the other protective sheet andinstall the navigation unit on the surface ofthe glove compartment or similar location.

Navigation unit Protective sheet

Surface of the glove compartment or similar location

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Positioning technologyPositioning by GPSThe Global Positioning System (GPS) uses anetwork of satellites orbiting the Earth. Eachof the satellites, which orbit at a height of68 900 000 feet (21 000 km), continually broad-casts radio signals giving time and position in-formation. This ensures that signals from atleast three can be picked up from any openarea on the ground’s surface.The accuracy of the GPS information dependson how good the reception is. When the sig-nals are strong and reception is good, GPScan determine latitude, longitude and altitudefor accurate positioning in three dimensions.But if signal quality is poor, only two dimen-sions, latitude and longitude, can be obtainedand positioning errors are somewhat greater.

Handling large errorsPositioning errors are kept to a minimum bycombining GPS, dead reckoning and mapmatching. However, in some situations, thesefunctions may not work properly, and the errormay become bigger.

When positioning by GPS isimpossible! GPS positioning is disabled if signals can-

not be received from more than two GPSsatellites.

! In some driving conditions, signals fromGPS satellites may not reach your vehicle.In this case, it is impossible for the systemto use GPS positioning.

In tunnels or en-closed parkinggarages

Under elevatedroads or similarstructures

When drivingamong high build-ings

When driving througha dense forest or talltrees

! If a car phone or cellular phone is usednear the GPS antenna, GPS reception maybe lost temporarily.

! Do not cover the GPS antenna with spraypaint or car wax, because this may blockthe reception of GPS signals. Snow buildupcan also degrade the signals, so keep theantenna clear.

p If a GPS signal has not been received for along time, your vehicle’s actual positionand the current position mark on the mapmay diverge considerably or may not be up-dated. In such case, once GPS reception isrestored, accuracy will be recovered.

Conditions likely to causenoticeable positioning errorsFor various reasons, such as the state of theroad you are traveling on and the receptionstatus of the GPS signal, the actual position ofyour vehicle may differ from the position dis-played on the map screen.

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! If you make a slight turn.

! If there is a parallel road.

! If there is another road very nearby, suchas in the case of an elevated freeway.

! If you take a recently opened road that isnot on the map.

! If you drive in zigzags.

! If the road has a series of hairpin bends.

! If there is a loop or similar road configura-tion.

! If you take a ferry.

! If you are driving on a long, straight road ora gently curving road.

! If you are on a steep mountain road withmany height changes.

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! If you enter or exit a multi-storey parking lotor similar structure using a spiral ramp.

! If your vehicle is turned on a turntable or si-milar structure.

! If trees or other obstacles block the GPSsignals for a considerable period.

! If you drive very slowly, or in a start-and-stop manner, as in a traffic congestion.

! If you join the road after driving around alarge parking lot.

! When you drive around a traffic circle.

! When starting driving immediately afterstarting the engine.

Route setting informationRoute search specificationsYour navigation system sets a route to yourdestination by applying certain built-in rules tothe map data. This section provides some use-ful information about how a route is set.

CAUTIONWhen a route is calculated, the route and voiceguidance for the route are automatically set.Also, for day or time traffic regulations, only infor-mation about traffic regulations applicable at thetime when the route was calculated is consid-ered. One-way streets and street closures maynot be taken into consideration. For example, if astreet is open during the morning only, but youarrive later, it would be against the traffic regula-tions so you cannot drive along the set route.When driving, please follow the actual trafficsigns. Also, the system may not know some traf-fic regulations.

! The calculated route is one example of theroute to your destination decided by the na-vigation system while taking the type ofstreets or traffic regulations into account. Itis not necessarily an optimum route. (Insome cases, you may not be able to set thestreets you want to take. If you need to takea certain street, set a waypoint on thatstreet.)

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! If the destination is too far, there may be in-stances where the route cannot be set. (Ifyou want to set a long-distance route goingacross several areas, set waypoints alongthe way.)

! During voice guidance, turns and intersec-tions from the freeway are announced.However, if you pass intersections, turns,and other guidance points in rapid succes-sion, some may delay or not be announced.

! It is possible that guidance may direct youoff a freeway and then back on again.

! In some cases, the route may require youto travel in the opposite direction to yourcurrent heading. In such cases, you are in-structed to turn around, so please turnaround safely by following the actual trafficrules.

! In some cases, a route may begin on theopposite side of a railway or river from youractual current location. If this happens,drive towards your destination for a while,and try route calculation again.

! When there is a traffic congestion ahead, adetour route may not be suggested if driv-ing through the traffic congestion wouldstill be better than taking the detour.

! There may be instances when the startingpoint, the waypoint and the destinationpoint are not on the highlighted route.

! The number of traffic circle exits displayedon the screen may differ from the actualnumber of roads.

Route highlighting! Once set, the route is highlighted in bright

color on the map.! The immediate vicinity of your starting

point and destination may not be high-lighted, and neither will areas with particu-larly complex road layouts. Consequently,the route may appear to be cut off on thedisplay, but voice guidance will continue.

Auto reroute function! If you deviate from the set route, the system

will re-calculate the route from that pointso that you remain on track to the destina-tion.

! This function may not work under certainconditions.

SD and SDHC logo

SD Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

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Find Address 30

Find Places 32, 33

Find on Map 36

Favorites 37

History 37

Coordinate 38

My Route

Create Route 41

Edit Route 47, 48

Overview 43

Avoidances 43

Cancel Route 49

More...

Settings

Sound and Warnings 55

Customize Quick Menu 56

Traffic 53, 57

Route Settings 44, 45

User Profiles 58

Map Settings 58

Visual Guidance Settings 59

Display 60

Regional 61

Trip Monitor 61

Start Configuration Wizard 61

Reset to Defaults 62

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Unit Converter

Clothing

Calculator

Fuel Consumption

Sunrise & Sunset

Trip Monitor

Country Information

Help

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GlossaryCurrent locationThe present location of your vehicle; your cur-rent location is shown on the map by a bluetriangle mark (default).

DestinationA location you choose as the end point of yourjourney.

FavoritesA frequently visited location (such as yourworkplace or a relative’s home) that you canregister to allow easy routing.

GPSGlobal Positioning System. A network of satel-lites that provides navigation signals for a vari-ety of purposes.

Guidance modeThe mode in which guidance is given as youdrive to your destination; the system automati-cally switches to this mode as soon as a routehas been set.

Guidance pointThese are important landmarks along yourroute, generally intersections. The next gui-dance point along your route is indicated onthe map by the flag icon.

Point Of Interest (POI)Any of a range of locations stored in the data,such as railway stations, shops, restaurants,and amusement parks.

RDS-TMCA communication system for informing driversof the latest traffic information using FM multi-plex broadcast. Information such as trafficcongestion or accidents can be checked onthe display.

Route settingThe process of determining the ideal route to aspecific location; route setting is done auto-

matically by the system when you specify adestination.

Set routeThe route marked out by the system to yourdestination. It is highlighted in bright color onthe map.

Track logYour navigation system logs routes that you al-ready passed through if the track logger is ac-tivated. This recorded route is called a “tracklog”. It is handy when you want to check aroute traveled or if returning along a complexroute.

Voice guidanceThe giving of directions by navigation voicewhile in guidance.

WaypointA location that you choose to visit before yourdestination; a journey can be built up frommultiple waypoints and the destination.

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SpecificationsGeneralRated power source ...............14.4 V DC

(allowable voltage range:12.0 V to 14.4 V DC)

Grounding system ...................Negative typeMaximum current consumption

.....................................................0.21ADimensions (W × H × D):

...............................................134mm × 29mm × 84mm(5-1/4 in. × 1-1/8 in. ×3-1/4 in.)

Weight ..........................................140 g (0.31 lbs)Tolerable temperature range:

Power on ............................–10 °C to +60 °C

GPS receiverSystem ..........................................L1, C/Acode GPSReception system ....................32 tracking/32 acquisition-

channel systemReception frequency ..............1 575.42MHzSensitivity ....................................–157.5 dBm (typ)Position update frequency

.....................................................Approx. once per second

GPS antennaAntenna .......................................Micro strip flat antenna/

right-handed helical polari-zation

Antenna cable ...........................3.0m (9.84 ft.)Dimensions (W × H × D) ...50.6mm × 15.5mm ×

50.6mm(1.99 in. × 0.61 in. ×1.99 in.)

Weight ..........................................85 g (0.19 lbs)

SDCompatible physical format

.....................................................Version 2.00Max memory capacity ...........32GBFile system ..................................FAT16, FAT32

Note

Specifications and design are subject to possiblemodifications without notice due to im-provements.

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