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  • Page 1 2018 NAVIGATION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd., reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. Accessories Precautions The GPS antenna is located in the dashboard.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick Reference Guide 2 System Setup P. 19 P. 2 Start-up 20 Voice Control System 22 Personal Information 24 Routing 36 Guidance 45 Map 52 Customized Features 66 System Setup P. 19 2 Navigation P. 73 Entering a Destination 74 Calculating the Route 99 Driving to Your Destination 102 Map/Route Menu 109...

  • Page 4: Quick Reference Guide

    Quick Reference Guide Overview—Functions at a Glance Navigation You can select any place/landmark as a destination by using voice control or the Interface Dial. The navigation system gives you turn-by-turn driving directions to your destination. Store home address (P31) Register home address.
  • Page 5 AcuraLink® (P13) AcuraLink® provides you with important information and messages between your vehicle and Acura. Voice Control (P22) Use voice commands for safer system control while driving. You can operate all key functions of the navigation system. Audio, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL), multi-view rear camera, and surround view camera system can be operated on this navigation system.

  • Page 6: System Controls

    System Controls Information Screen (Power) Button/Volume Knob Microphone (P22) On Demand Multi-Use Display NAV Button (P20) BACK Button (Display Mode) Button (P57) (Pick-Up) Button SETTINGS Button (Hang-Up/Back) Interface Dial/ Button ENTER/MENU Button (Talk) Button (P5) (P6) REAR REAR Navigation Voice Control See the Owner’s Manual for other buttons.
  • Page 7 Voice Control Operation  The audio system is muted during voice Voice Portal Screen control mode. a Press and release the (Talk) button  You can use other voice commands on mounted on the steering wheel. the Voice Portal screen. The system displays voice commands The system recognizes only certain that can be accepted on the displayed...
  • Page 8 Interface Dial/ENTER/MENU Button Operation You will see these icons in each chapter. Rotate dial Press ENTER/MENU They represent how you can operate the Interface Dial. Shows Menu screen Changes scale Selects function Map screens Selects map icon Rotate dial Map screens Press ENTER/ MENU Move up...
  • Page 9 How to Enter Information You can enter information (e.g. city names, street names, personal names, business names comprising letters, numbers, and symbols) when prompted on the input screen. Using the keyboard displayed on the On Demand Multi-Use Display Select the desired character. ...

  • Page 10: Map Screen Legend

    State line Best reception One-way street Good reception AcuraLink® Message icon (P13) No icon: Poor/No reception AcuraLink® signal indicator Landmark icons (P54) Acura dealer Honda dealer (U.S.) Honda dealer (Canada) Map scale (P113) School Parking lot Parking garage Grocery store...
  • Page 11 During Route Guidance During route guidance, route information is displayed on the map screen and guidance screen. Press the NAV button to toggle the map, guidance screen, direction list, and Navigation Menu while on a route. When not on a route, the NAV button will toggle between the map and the Navigation Menu.
  • Page 12 Navigation—Home Address and Going Home The “Home” feature automatically routes you to your home address from any location simply by selecting Go Home. Storing Your Home Address Going Home e Enter a name. Select OK. a Press the SETTINGS a From the map screen, button.
  • Page 13 Navigation—Entering a Destination Enter your destination using one of several methods, follow the route guidance on the map or the guidance screen to your destination. a From the map screen, d Enter the name of your destination h If there is more than one city with the press street.
  • Page 14 Navigation—Changing Route or Destination You can alter your route by adding waypoints to visit, adding streets to avoid, or changing your destination during route guidance. Adding a Waypoint Changing Your Destination f Rotate to select location and (“Pit Stop”) There are several methods you can use to search method.
  • Page 15 AcuraLink® AcuraLink® Messages AcuraLink® provides a direct communication link between you and Acura. It sends and receives several kinds of messages through the Acura server. The following features are available:  Vehicle feature guide  Operating quick tips  Safety and maintenance information ...
  • Page 16 Voice Help This navigation system comes with voice help, which shows you what command to say when using the voice command functions. Command Help Voice Recognition Guide d The system displays a list of all available commands for the category. a Press and release the (Talk) a Say “Voice Recognition Guide”...
  • Page 17 Troubleshooting (P141) For more Information Why does the vehicle position icon on the map “lag” a How do I turn on the navigation system voice guidance? short distance behind my actual position, especially at intersections? Press the SETTINGS button. Select Navigation Settings This is normal.
  • Page 18 How to Use This Manual This section explains different methods on how you can easily find information in this manual. Searching the Table of Contents (P1) There is a Table of Contents and a more detailed Chapter Contents to help find the desired information. More Detailed Contents Table of Contents...

  • Page 19: Menu Tree

    After following the menu tree, step-by-step instructions explain how to achieve the desired result. ENTER/MENU button Address Book Menu Tree The menu tree helps guide you through the system’s menu options. To get to your desired function, follow the menu tree in order of the steps displayed.

  • Page 21: System Setup

    System Setup This section describes the start-up procedure and the navigation and setup functions. Start-up ........... 20 Traffic Rerouting ........41 Straight Line Guide ........ 61 Voice Control System ......22 Edit POI Search Radius Along Route ..42 Display Tracking ........62 Command Input ........

  • Page 22: Start-Up

    Start-up The navigation system starts automatically when you set the power mode to Start-up ACCESSORY or ON. At start-up, the following Confirmation screen is displayed. If the navigation system loses power at any time, you 1. Press to continue. may need to press and hold the (Power) button for more than two seconds, or you may be prompted If you do not press...
  • Page 23 uuStart-upu ■ Limitations for Manual Operation Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. You cannot select a grayed-out option using the Interface Dial until the vehicle is stopped. Voice commands are still operable while the vehicle is in motion. Disabled option...

  • Page 24: Voice Control System

    Voice Control System Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation for most of Voice Control System the navigation system functions. The system displays voice commands that can be The voice control system uses the (Talk) and (Hang-Up/Back) buttons on accepted on the displayed screen.

  • Page 25: Voice Recognition

    uuVoice Control SystemuVoice Recognition Voice Recognition Voice Recognition To achieve optimum voice recognition when using the navigation voice control system: The voice control system can only be used from the driver’s seat because the microphone unit removes • Make sure the correct screen is displayed for the voice command that you are noises from the front passenger’s side.

  • Page 26: Personal Information

    Personal Information H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Personal Info Personal Information Personal information cannot be backed up or moved Use the personal information menu to select and set your address books, home to another navigation system. address, and PINs. You can also delete unwanted destinations from the list of The navigation settings can also be selected from the previously routed destinations.

  • Page 27: Address Book

    uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book Address Book H SETTINGS button Address Book Navigation Settings Personal Info Address Book Up to 200 addresses can be stored to each address book of Driver 1 and Driver 2 separately. Store up to 200 address entries in two address books (Driver 1 and Driver 2). You can add, edit, and delete information in the address books.
  • Page 28 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book ■ Adding an Address Book Entry Adding an Address Book Entry If you do not give the address a name, one is H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Personal Info Address Book automatically assigned (e.g., Address 001). You can Options re-enter, edit, or make changes to any entry.
  • Page 29 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book • Alert: Alerts you when you approach the address entry. On: Beeps and displays a message when your vehicle gets near the entry. Off (factory default): Disables the feature. 3. Rotate to select Name. Press 4. Enter a name or title. Select OK. 5.
  • Page 30 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book • Intersection: Specify the intersection by entering two streets. 2 Entering a Destination P. 74 • Download POI: Select a place/landmark from a list of the imported POI (category and places) data you created. 2 Entering a Destination P. 74 •...
  • Page 31 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book ■ Editing an Address Book Entry Editing an Address Book Entry The entered contents are displayed on the Edit H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Personal Info Address Book address screen. 1. Rotate to select the address to edit.
  • Page 32 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book ■ Creating a New Category 1. Rotate to select Options. Press 2. Rotate to select New Category. Press 3. Enter a name and select an icon when prompted. The created category is displayed in the list of categories. ■...

  • Page 33: Home Address

    uuPersonal InformationuHome Address Home Address H SETTINGS button Home Address Navigation Settings Personal Info Edit Go Home If you have PIN-protected your home addresses, enter your PIN when prompted. Select OK. PINs are Set a home address that you frequently use. optional.

  • Page 34: Pin Numbers

    uuPersonal InformationuPIN Numbers PIN Numbers H SETTINGS button PIN Numbers Navigation Settings Personal Info PIN Number Personal Identification Number (PIN) is a password Set a four-digit PIN for protecting personal addresses and your home address. Once used to access personal data. you set a PIN, you are prompted to enter it whenever you access a personal address or a home address.

  • Page 35: Previous Destination

    uuPersonal InformationuPrevious Destination Previous Destination H SETTINGS button Previous Destination Navigation Settings Personal Info Previous Destination Up to 50 destinations can be stored. To cancel the selection of a previous destination, The navigation system maintains a list of your previously routed destinations as a rotate to highlight the destination again.

  • Page 36: Category History

    uuPersonal InformationuCategory History Category History H SETTINGS button Category History Navigation Settings Personal Info Category History Up to 50 categories can be stored. To cancel the selection of a category, rotate The navigation system maintains a list of your recently used place categories as a highlight the category again.

  • Page 37: Download Poi

    uuPersonal InformationuDownload POI Download POI Import custom Points of Interest (POI) into the navigation system and set the POI as a destination. You can also add, edit, and delete POIs. Importing POI Categories ■ Importing POI Categories For more information about connecting a USB flash H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Destination Download POI...

  • Page 38: Routing

    Routing H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Routing Routing The navigation settings can also be selected from the Choose various settings that determine the navigation system functionality during navigation menu. Press from the map screen. route calculation. Move to select Destination or Map/ Route.

  • Page 39: Route Preference

    uuRoutinguRoute Preference Route Preference H SETTINGS button Route Preference Navigation Settings Routing Route Preference The calculated route may be the shortest route or the route you would choose. For safety reasons, the Change the route preference by selecting minimum or maximum driving methods. system generally applies the following rules to your 1.
  • Page 40 H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Routing Route Preference information, contact an Acura dealer or visit www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink. You can select desired routes by sorting the route list. The three top routes can be displayed on the Select a Route screen. 2 Viewing the Routes P. 101 1.

  • Page 41: Unverified Routing

    uuRoutinguUnverified Routing Unverified Routing H SETTINGS button Unverified Routing Navigation Settings Routing Unverified Routing Unverified roads are found in rural areas, and typically include residential streets away from the Receive turn-by-turn map and voice guidance in unverified areas. center of a town. They may not be accurate and can Rotate to select On or Off.
  • Page 42 uuRoutinguUnverified Routing Differences On (factory default) Route line The route line uses verified A blue-pink route line highlights streets only (when possible). suggested unverified streets on If Straight Line Guide is set to the map while traveling to your On, a pink vector line is destination.

  • Page 43: Traffic Rerouting

    uuRoutinguTraffic Rerouting Traffic Rerouting H SETTINGS button Traffic Rerouting Navigation Settings Routing Traffic Rerouting You must be in or near a traffic-enabled city to receive coverage for that area. Traffic information is A faster route can be calculated based on continuously updated traffic information. available in certain areas in the lower 48 states, 2 Traffic Rerouting P.

  • Page 44: Edit Poi Search Radius Along Route

    uuRoutinguEdit POI Search Radius Along Route Edit POI Search Radius Along Route H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Routing Edit POI Search Radius Along Route Select the distance from your highlighted route line (on either side of your route) that the system will search for a waypoint. 2 Adding Waypoints P.

  • Page 45: Avoided Area

    uuRoutinguAvoided Area Avoided Area H SETTINGS button Avoided Area Navigation Settings Routing Avoided Area The maximum size of one side of an “avoid area” is approximately 1/2 mile (800 m). Specify up to five areas to avoid (e.g., road construction, closures), if possible, when the system calculates routes to your destination.
  • Page 46 uuRoutinguAvoided Area 6. Rotate to select a method for Avoided Area specifying the area. Press Avoid area can be set in the 1/20, 1/8, or 1/4 mile (80, 200, or 400 m) map scales. The following options are available: • Address: Specify the general area by entering an address. 2 Address P.

  • Page 47: Guidance

    Guidance H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Guidance The navigation settings can also be selected from the Choose various settings that determine the navigation system functionality during navigation menu. Press from the map screen. route guidance. Move to select Destination or Map/ Route.

  • Page 48: Guidance Mode

    uuGuidanceuGuidance Mode Guidance Mode H SETTINGS button Guidance Mode Navigation Settings Guidance Guidance Mode Press the NAV button to switch between the map, next guidance direction, and a list of guidance Select the display mode for the map and guidance screens. directions.
  • Page 49 uuGuidanceuGuidance Mode • Direction List: Displays the map and direction list simultaneously on the map screen. When you approach a guidance point, the next guidance point appears. Direction List screen Next Maneuver screen Near the next guidance point Next guidance point Guidance direction list •...

  • Page 50: Street Name Guidance

    uuGuidanceuStreet Name Guidance Street Name Guidance H SETTINGS button Street Name Guidance Navigation Settings Guidance Street Name Guidance This feature is only available when the system language is set to English. The navigation system includes the street names during voice guidance (e.g., “Turn This feature may not be available in non-English right on Main Street”).

  • Page 51: Non-Map Screens

    uuGuidanceuNon-map Screens Non-map Screens H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Non-map Screens The navigation system temporarily interrupts the screen display to view the guidance screen as you approach a guidance point. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: •...

  • Page 52: Guidance Point

    uuGuidanceuGuidance Point Guidance Point H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Guidance Point Set the guidance point to display on the map screen. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • Destination (factory default): Displays the remaining/arrival time and distance to the destination.

  • Page 53: Estimated Time

    uuGuidanceuEstimated Time Estimated Time H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Estimated Time Select the estimated time to display on the screen. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • Arrival: Displays the arrival time to the destination or the next waypoint. •...

  • Page 54: Map

    H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings The navigation settings can also be selected from the Select the landmark icons to display on the map, select the color of the map, change navigation menu. Press from the map screen. the orientation of the map, or adjust the current position of the vehicle as displayed Move to select Destination or Map/ Route.
  • Page 55 uuMapu • Display Tracking: Sets whether to display the tracking dots on the map. 2 Display Tracking P. 62 • Delete Tracking: Deletes the tracking dots on the map. 2 Deleting Tracking Dots P. 63 • Correct Vehicle Position: Adjusts the position of the vehicle on the map. 2 Correct Vehicle Position P.

  • Page 56: Showing Icons On Map

    uuMapuShowing Icons on Map Showing Icons on Map H SETTINGS button Showing Icons on Map Navigation Settings Show Icon on Map If you have PIN-protected your address book, enter your PIN when prompted. Move to select OK. PINs Select the icons that are displayed on the map. are optional.
  • Page 57 uuMapuShowing Icons on Map ■ Fine-tuning the Icons Icons in some categories can be fine-tuned to display or hide. 1. Rotate to select the icons to display on the map. Press Pressing toggles the check mark display on or off. Repeat the procedure as necessary.

  • Page 58: Color

    uuMapuColor Color Set separate map colors for Day and Night modes. Color (Day) ■ Color (Day) The factory default is set to Beige. H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Color (Day) Rotate to select a color for the Day mode. Press Color (Night) ■...
  • Page 59 uuMapuColor ■ Switching Display Mode Manually Switching Display Mode Manually A visual guide helps you see the difference between Set the screen brightness separately for Day and Night modes. Press the Day and Night modes. (Display mode) button to cycle through the display modes (Day to Night to Off). 2 Day or Night Mode P.
  • Page 60 uuMapuColor Illumination Priority Operation Dash illumination When headlights are turned on, and you wish to adjustment buttons have the Day display mode, adjust the (see your Owner’s illumination to the full brightness setting (beeps). Manual for location) Remember: Adjust the dash brightness back to mid-range to allow auto switching by sensing if the headlights are on or off.

  • Page 61: View (Map Orientation)

    uuMapuView (Map Orientation) View (Map Orientation) H SETTINGS button View (Map Orientation) Navigation Settings View The red arrow in the symbol always points North. Select the map orientation. Heading-up and 3D map view switch to the North-up Rotate to select an option. Press view on the maximum map scale.

  • Page 62: 3D Angle Adjustment

    uuMapu3D Angle Adjustment 3D Angle Adjustment H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings 3D Angle Adjustment Adjust the viewing angle. Rotate to adjust the angle. Press...

  • Page 63: Straight Line Guide

    uuMapuStraight Line Guide Straight Line Guide H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Straight Line Guide Set whether to display a straight guideline to the destination or waypoint. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • On (factory default): Displays a straight guideline on the map. •...

  • Page 64: Display Tracking

    uuMapuDisplay Tracking Display Tracking H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Display Tracking The navigation system can be set to display white tracking dots (“breadcrumbs”) on the map screen. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • On: Displays white tracking dots. 2 Tracking Dots P.
  • Page 65 uuMapuDisplay Tracking ■ Deleting Tracking Dots Deleting Tracking Dots When you transfer the vehicle to a third party, delete H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Delete Tracking the tracking dots. Rotate to select Yes. Press...

  • Page 66: Correct Vehicle Position

    uuMapuCorrect Vehicle Position Correct Vehicle Position H SETTINGS button Correct Vehicle Position Navigation Settings Correct Vehicle Position An apparent position error can occur where buildings, tunnels, and other objects block or reflect the GPS signals, forcing the system to use “dead Manually adjust the current position of the vehicle as displayed on the map screen if reckoning”...

  • Page 67: Information Functions

    Information Functions System Device Information H SETTINGS button System Device Information Navigation Settings System Device Information You will need this information when ordering a map update. 2 Obtaining a Navigation Update P. 155 View database, software, device, and vehicle identification information. Map Data Update Map Data Update H SETTINGS button...

  • Page 68: Customized Features

    Customized Features Use the information screen to customize certain features. Customized Features When you customize settings, make sure that the Information Screen vehicle is at a complete stop and select the gear ■ How to customize position to Select your desired setting item by pressing the SETTINGS button, then rotating To customize other features, rotate , move while the power mode is ON and the vehicle is at a complete stop.
  • Page 69 uuCustomized Featuresu Information Screen ■ Customization flow Default Press the SETTINGS button. Personal Address Book Info Edit Go Home PIN Number Navigation Previous Destination Settings Category History Download POI Route Optimal Routes Preference Freeways/Highways Toll Roads ETC Roads Ferries U-Turn Server Route Routing Unverified Routing...
  • Page 70 uuCustomized Featuresu Show Icon on Map Color (Day) Color (Night) View 3D Angle Adjustment Straight Line Guide Display Tracking Delete Tracking Correct Vehicle Position System Device Information Map Data Update...
  • Page 71 uuCustomized Featuresu Information Screen ■ List of customizable options Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the Default Yes/No Navigation Settings group as default. Address Book Stores new addresses or edits your address book. — Edit Go Home Sets or edits your home address.
  • Page 72 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group You can select desired routes by sorting the route Optimal list. — Routes 2 Optimal Routes* P. 38 Freeways/ /Min Highways Route Toll Roads /Min Preference Change the route preference by selecting ETC Roads minimum or maximum driving methods.
  • Page 73 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Guidance Volume Adjusts the navigation system volume level. — Sets whether to display only the map screen or a /Direction List/ Guidance Mode split map guidance screen. Next Maneuver Sets whether to read out the street names during Street Name Guidance /Off voice guidance (U.S.
  • Page 74 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Show Icon on Map Selects the icons to display on the map. — White/Beige /Blue/ Color (Day) Selects the color of the map for the Day mode. Black White/Beige/Blue Color (Night) Selects the color of the map for the Night mode.

  • Page 75: Navigation

    Navigation This section describes how to enter a destination, select a route to take, and follow the route to your destination. It also describes how to change your route or destination along the way. Entering a Destination ......74 Calculating the Route ......99 Canceling the Route......

  • Page 76: Entering A Destination

    Entering a Destination H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Entering a Destination If you press when en route, the Map/Route This section describes how to enter a destination for route guidance. screen is displayed. 2 Map/Route Menu P. 109 Rotate to select an item. Press Prior to departure, you can set areas along your route to avoid.
  • Page 77 uuEntering a Destinationu • Place Phone Number: Sets a destination by entering the phone number of a place/landmark. 2 Place Phone Number P. 92 • Intersection: Sets a destination (intersection) by entering two streets. 2 Intersection P. 95 • Download POI: Sets a destination by using a list of the imported POI (category and places) data you created.

  • Page 78: Address

    uuEntering a DestinationuAddress Address H ENTER/MENU button Address Enter an address to use as the destination. The state (U.S.) or province (Canada) in which you are currently located is displayed (e.g., California). Rotate to select an item. Press The following items are available: •...

  • Page 79: Selecting The State Or Province

    uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting the State or Province Selecting the State or Province Move to select the following areas: H ENTER/MENU button Address Change State/Change Province • (U.S.) for the U.S. mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, Rotate to select a state (U.S.) or and Puerto Rico •...
  • Page 80 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a City by Zip Code or Postal Code Selecting a City by Zip Code or Postal Code If your city is not listed, it may be part of a larger H ENTER/MENU button Address ZIP Code/Postal Code metropolitan area.
  • Page 81 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a City Selecting a City Vehicle position may not be displayed when: H ENTER/MENU button Address City • The vehicle is traveling off-road. • The vehicle position data cannot be updated. The name of the city where you are currently located is displayed. You do not need to enter spaces or symbols (e.g., &, 1.
  • Page 82 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a Street Selecting a Street When entering the names of major freeways/ H ENTER/MENU button Address Street highways, you can use the following abbreviations. 1. Enter the name of your destination For interstates, use an “I” (e.g., I-10). For U.S. freeways, use “US”...
  • Page 83 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress 3. Enter the street number. Only valid street numbers can be entered. 4. Select Search. 5. Set the route to your destination. 2 Calculating the Route P. 99 Continued...
  • Page 84 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a Street by House Number H ENTER/MENU button Address House Number 1. Enter the house number. Only a valid house number can be entered. 2. Select Search. If you did not yet select a street name, enter a street name when you are prompted.

  • Page 85: Address Book

    uuEntering a DestinationuAddress Book Address Book H ENTER/MENU button Address Book Address Book If you have PIN-protected your address book, enter your PIN when prompted. Press to select OK. Select an address stored in your address book to use as the destination. PINs are optional.

  • Page 86: Previous Destination

    uuEntering a DestinationuPrevious Destination Previous Destination H ENTER/MENU button Previous Destination Previous Destination If Previous Destination is grayed out, there are no previous destinations entered. Select an address from a list of your 50 most recent destinations to use as the destination.

  • Page 87: Place Category

    uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Category Place Category H ENTER/MENU button Place Category Place Category This option is convenient if you do not know the exact name of a place or if you want to narrow down Select the category of a place (e.g., Banking, Lodging, Restaurant) stored in the map the number of matches returned for places with a database to search for the destination.
  • Page 88 uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Category 3. Rotate to select an item. Press Place Category The straight line distance (as the crow flies, not driving distance) and direction to the destination are displayed for the highlighted place. The following items are available: •...

  • Page 89: Local Search

    The screen in this section may differ from the actual (e.g., Community). Press ones. Local Search is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura dealer or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.acura.ca/owners/ acuralink (Canada). 2. Rotate to select a subcategory.
  • Page 90 uuEntering a DestinationuLocal Search 3. Rotate to select an item. Press 4. Set the route to your destination. 2 Calculating the Route P. 99 The following items are available: • Search nearby: Finds the nearest POI around your vehicle. • Search near a point on the map: Selects a POI by scrolling the Interface Dial on the map screen.

  • Page 91: Place Name

    uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Name Place Name H ENTER/MENU button Place Name Enter the name of a place (e.g., business, hotel, restaurant) stored in the map database to use as the destination. 1. Enter a place name. 2. Select Search to display a list of matching hits.
  • Page 92 uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Name ■ Place Name in Multiple Categories Place Name in Multiple Categories Matching letters are highlighted. If the place name is in multiple categories of the map database, the following screen is displayed. 1. Rotate to select a place name. Move 2.
  • Page 93 uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Name 3. Rotate to select a place. Select Place Name in Multiple Categories and press Rotate to select Sort by City or Sort by 4. Set the route to your destination. Distance. Press 2 Calculating the Route P. 99...

  • Page 94: Place Phone Number

    uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Phone Number Place Phone Number H ENTER/MENU button Place Phone Number Place Phone Number All 10 digits must be entered. Select a destination by phone number. Only phone numbers in the database are Phone numbers of private residences entered in your recognized.

  • Page 95: Download Poi

    uuEntering a DestinationuDownload POI Download POI H ENTER/MENU button Download POI Download POI Rotate to select Options. The following items are available: Select a place imported into the navigation system as the destination. • Import from USB: Imports POI data into the 1.

  • Page 96: Scenic Route

    uuEntering a DestinationuScenic Route Scenic Route H ENTER/MENU button Scenic Route Scenic Route If you select a scenic road that runs through multiple states (U.S.) or provinces (Canada), only the portion Select a scenic road as a destination (U.S. and Canada only). of the road in the selected state or province is 1.

  • Page 97: Intersection

    uuEntering a DestinationuIntersection Intersection H ENTER/MENU button Intersection Intersection It is usually easier to select Street to find the streets first. The city or cities that the streets are in will be Select the intersection of two streets as the destination. The state (U.S.) or province displayed.

  • Page 98: Select Using Map

    uuEntering a DestinationuSelect using Map Select using Map H ENTER/MENU button Select using Map Use the Interface Dial to manually select an icon or a location on the map screen as the destination. You are prompted to define the map area to display. 1.
  • Page 99 uuEntering a DestinationuSelect using Map 2. Scroll the map to position the Select using Map cursor over your desired Auto Zoom destination, adjusting the map Press repeatedly on the map to zoom in (to the scale as necessary. scale 1/4 mile (400 m)) while scrolling the map. If the address is not the desired Information icons are displayed at scales from 1 mile location, scroll the map to...

  • Page 100: Coordinate

    uuEntering a DestinationuCoordinate Coordinate H ENTER/MENU button Coordinate Coordinate At least two digits must be entered into each field (degrees, minutes, seconds) when inputing the Specify a location using latitude and longitude map coordinates. coordinates. 1. Enter the latitude and select OK. 2.

  • Page 101: Calculating The Route

    Calculating the Route This section describes how to calculate your route. Calculating the Route 1. Rotate to select Set as The straight line distance (as the crow flies, not Destination. Press driving distance) and direction to the destination are displayed. The system calculates and displays the route line on the You cannot use voice commands while the system is...
  • Page 102 uuCalculating the Routeu 2. Follow the route guidance to your Calculating the Route destination. Edit Home Entry 2 Driving to Your Destination You can edit your home address entry. 2 Home Address P. 31 P. 102 The system provides you with More Information pop-up messages if your route You can view detailed information about the...

  • Page 103: Viewing The Routes

    Canadian models travel time is displayed for each Server Routes is a subscription service. For more route. information, contact an Acura dealer or visit The system calculates and displays www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink. the route line on the map screen. 2 Route Line P. 104 ■...

  • Page 104: Driving To Your Destination

    Driving to Your Destination This section describes how to follow the route guidance to your destination, receive Viewing the Route traffic information and choose the icons displayed on the map screen. You can change the map scale by rotating If you scroll the map while en route, the time and Viewing the Route distance to destination indicators are replaced with an indicator displaying the distance from the current...

  • Page 105: Guidance Screen

    uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Guidance Screen Guidance Screen A visual guide helps you check the guidance screen. The guidance screen offers an alternative way to view your route. 2 Guidance Screen P. 9 The next guidance point is displayed as you approach each Turn-by-Turn Directions guidance point on the route.

  • Page 106: Route Line

    uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Route Line Route Line You can set Unverified Routing to Off to follow When driving on verified streets, the route line is light blue. The route line display your own route to the destination. If Unverified changes when driving on unverified streets: Routing is On, be aware that unverified streets may •...
  • Page 107 uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Deviating From the Planned Route If you leave the calculated route, the system automatically recalculates a route to the desired destination based on your current location and direction. 2 Route Preference P. 37 Continued...
  • Page 108 uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Tracking Dots Tracking Dots A message “Not on a Digitized Road” may appear You can display a series of dots (breadcrumbs) to track the path you are taking. If when you drive 1/2 mile (800 m) away from a needed, you can follow the dots back to the mapped road you originally left.

  • Page 109: Listening To Voice Guidance

    uuDriving to Your DestinationuListening to Voice Guidance Listening to Voice Guidance Listening to Voice Guidance As you approach each guidance point, a pop-up window is displayed on the map screen with instructions for you to follow. Voice guidance for each guidance point is You can turn voice guidance OFF if you prefer.

  • Page 110: Reaching A Waypoint

    uuDriving to Your DestinationuReaching a Waypoint Reaching a Waypoint When you reach a waypoint, a pop-up message is displayed. You can continue or pause the route guidance. Rotate to select No to pause the route guidance. Press Select Yes to continue the guidance. ■...

  • Page 111: Map/Route Menu

    Map/Route Menu Displaying the Map/Route Menu Map/Route Menu Use the Map/Route menu to control the icons displayed on the screen and to display traffic information and messages. You can also use the Map/Route menu to If you scroll the map while en route, press the NAV (or BACK) button to return to the current position find locations or to cancel the route.
  • Page 112 uuMap/Route MenuuDisplaying the Map/Route Menu The following items are available: Map/Route Menu • Repeat Guidance: Select to replay the voice guidance when en route. Directions 2 Listening to Voice Guidance P. 107 The system provides freeway/highway exit • Cancel Route: Cancels the route guidance. information only in the U.S.
  • Page 113 uuMap/Route MenuuDisplaying the Map/Route Menu • Traffic Incidents: Displays a list of the traffic incidents around your current location or on your current route. 2 Traffic Rerouting P. 119 • Map Legend: Displays an overview of the map lines, areas, routes, traffic information, and navigation icons.

  • Page 114: Current Location

    uuMap/Route MenuuCurrent Location Current Location H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Current Location Map/Route Current Location If you have PIN-protected your address book, enter your PIN when prompted. Select OK. PINs are Display and save your current location for future use as a destination. The address, optional.

  • Page 115: Map Legend

    uuMap/Route MenuuMap Legend Map Legend H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map Legend Map/Route Map Legend A visual guide helps you see the map legend. 2 Map Screen Legend P. 8 Display an overview of the map lines, areas, routes, traffic information, and 2 Traffic Information /AcuraLink Real-Time navigation icons.
  • Page 116 uuMap/Route MenuuMap Legend ■ Map Scale and Functions Map Scale and Functions You can change between mile or km. The functions that are available from the map screen depend on the map scale. See your Owner’s Manual. Map Scale (top: mile, bottom: metric) Function page 1/20 1/8...
  • Page 117 Map Icons and Functions Map Icons and Functions Icon display control Display or hide all icons on the map screen, with the exception of Honda/Acura Icons that can be displayed or hidden using the Dealer icons which are always displayed.
  • Page 118 uuMap/Route MenuuMap Legend ■ Traffic icon Traffic icon When you use the Interface Dial to position the Icon display Type Icon selectable Icon searchable cursor (round red circle) over the traffic incident icon, control you can view the summary of the incident. Traffic incident Press on the traffic incident icon to view a pop-up...

  • Page 119: Directions

    uuMap/Route MenuuDirections Directions H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Directions Map/Route Directions The system provides freeway/highway exit information only in the U.S. Display a list of the guidance points on your route for your confirmation. 1. Rotate to select a guidance The route guidance information is automatically point from the list.
  • Page 120 uuMap/Route MenuuDirections ■ Freeway/Highway Exit Information Freeway/Highway Exit Information You can scroll the map and select a (Freeway/ H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map/Route Exit Information Highway exit information) icon on the map screen to display the Freeway/Highway exit information. The Display a list of the Freeway/highway exits for the route.

  • Page 121: Traffic Rerouting Tm

    Rerouting is set to On. 2 Traffic Rerouting P. 41 Canadian models This feature requires an AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura dealer or www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink. Continued * Not available on all models...
  • Page 122 uuMap/Route MenuuTraffic Rerouting ■ Traffic Rerouting Manually Traffic Rerouting Manually You can choose to avoid up to 10 traffic incidents. It H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map/Route Traffic Incidents is not always possible for the system to calculate a route that avoids all traffic incidents or specific traffic Manually avoid specific incidents and/or congestion on your route: incidents you select.
  • Page 123 uuMap/Route MenuuTraffic Rerouting 3. Rotate to select Recalculate Route. Press The system recalculates a detour route that avoids the traffic incidents.

  • Page 124: Changing Your Route

    Changing Your Route H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Changing Your Route If you press when not en route, the Destination This section describes how to alter your route, add an interim “waypoint” (pit stop), menu screen is displayed. choose a different destination, cancel your current destination, and continue your 2 Entering a Destination P.

  • Page 125: Pausing The Route

    uuChanging Your RouteuPausing the Route Pausing the Route H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Pausing the Route Pause Guidance You can also pause your route from the Map/Route menu. Pause the route guidance and return to the map screen. The destination icons and 2 Map/Route Menu P.

  • Page 126: Adding Waypoints

    uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints Adding Waypoints Adding Waypoints Add up to four waypoints (pit stops) along the route to your destination. Waypoints are places where you can stop for food, Waypoints are displayed on the map gas, etc. on your way to your destination. screen as small, numbered red flags.
  • Page 127 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints ■ Adding Waypoints from the Map/Route Menu Adding Waypoints from the Map/Route Menu Search method H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List Add New Destination Find Along Route “Search around” method 1. Rotate to select a search method to add a waypoint.
  • Page 128 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints 3. Rotate to select a place. Press The waypoint is added to the Destination List. 4. Rotate to select a location and move the order of destinations. Press 5. Rotate to select Options. Press...
  • Page 129 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints 6. Rotate to select Start Route. Press The route is automatically recalculated and displayed on the map screen. Continued...
  • Page 130 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints ■ Adding Waypoints from the Navigation Menu Adding Waypoints from the Navigation Menu You can edit the order of waypoints and destination. H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List Add New 2 Editing the Destination List P. 130 Destination Use Navigation Menu 1.
  • Page 131 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints 3. Rotate to select Start Route. Press The route is automatically recalculated and displayed on the map screen.

  • Page 132: Editing The Destination List

    uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List Editing the Destination List Editing the Order of Waypoints ■ Editing the Order of Waypoints Select Show All on Map to display the destination H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List and waypoints on the map screen. 1.
  • Page 133 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List 3. Rotate to select a list item to move. Press 4. Rotate to select a new location. Press 5. Rotate to select Options. Press 6. Rotate to select Start Route. Press The route is automatically recalculated and displayed on the map screen.
  • Page 134 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List ■ Deleting Waypoints Deleting Waypoints Select Show on Map to display the waypoint on the H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List map screen. 1. Rotate to select a list item to delete. Press 2.
  • Page 135 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List ■ Deleting All Waypoints H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List 1. Rotate to select Options. Press 2. Rotate to select Delete All. Press Continued...
  • Page 136 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List 3. Rotate to select Yes. Press...

  • Page 137: Taking A Detour

    uuChanging Your RouteuTaking a Detour Taking a Detour H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Taking a Detour Detour The detour option is convenient if you encounter an unexpected obstacle such as a road closure or Calculate a detour route manually. The system attempts to calculate a new route by extremely heavy traffic congestion.

  • Page 138: Changing Your Destination

    Changing Your Destination There are several methods you can use to change the route destination. Find Nearest Place H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map/Route Search Nearby Search for the nearest place/landmark on the map screen and set it as your destination.

  • Page 139: Selecting A Destination On The Map

    uuChanging Your DestinationuSelecting a Destination on the Map Selecting a Destination on the Map Selecting a Destination on the Map Select a new destination when en route by selecting a location on the map. If there is more than one icon or street under the map 1.

  • Page 140: Entering A New Destination

    uuChanging Your DestinationuEntering a New Destination Entering a New Destination H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination Enter a new destination using the Destination menu screen even when you are en route. 1. Rotate to select a method to enter a new destination. 2 Entering a Destination P.

  • Page 141: Resuming Your Trip

    Resuming Your Trip Stop your vehicle en route (e.g., to rest, stop for gas, etc.), and then continue on Resuming Your Trip your route. The Continue Trip screen has the same options as If you did not complete your route, the Continue Trip screen is displayed when you when you calculate a route.

  • Page 143: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ........142 Map, Voice, Entering Destinations ..142 Traffic ..........144 Guidance, Routing ....... 145 Update, Coverage, Map Errors ..... 147 Display, Accessories......147 Miscellaneous Questions ...... 147 Error Messages........148 Navigation System........ 148...

  • Page 144: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Map, Voice, Entering Destinations Problem Solution The Startup Confirmation screen is displayed This is normal. The Startup Confirmation screen reminds you and your guest every time I start the vehicle. drivers to always operate the navigation system in a safe manner. The Startup Confirmation screen goes off after a certain period of time and the top screen of the last mode is displayed.
  • Page 145 uuTroubleshootinguMap, Voice, Entering Destinations Problem Solution The voice control system is having difficulty Check that the vents are not blowing air onto the microphone on the ceiling, the recognizing my voice commands. vehicle is as quiet as possible, and you are using the correct command when speaking.

  • Page 146: Traffic

    There may be a temporary technical problem in your metropolitan area. Call ● Acura Client Relations to see if there is an outage. 2 Acura Client Relations Contact Information P. 154 If the situation persists, see your Acura dealer for assistance.

  • Page 147: Guidance, Routing

    uuTroubleshootinguGuidance, Routing Guidance, Routing Problem Solution The navigation system does not route me the same The navigation system attempts to generate the optimal route. You can change way I would go or the same way as other mapping the route preferences used when calculating a route. systems.
  • Page 148 uuTroubleshootinguGuidance, Routing Problem Solution The vehicle position icon on the map “lags” a short This is normal. The navigation system is unaware of the width of intersections. distance behind, especially when I arrive at an Large differences in vehicle position can indicate a temporary loss of the GPS intersection.

  • Page 149: Update, Coverage, Map Errors

    uuTroubleshootinguUpdate, Coverage, Map Errors Update, Coverage, Map Errors Problem Solution My city is not part of a fully verified detailed The mapping database is constantly undergoing revision. You can access the most coverage area. recent information on the internet. 2 Map Coverage P. 155 Does the navigation system work outside North The navigation system contains maps for the 50 U.S.

  • Page 150: Error Messages

    Error Messages Navigation System Error Message Solution The display temperature is too high. For protection, This message appears briefly when the display temperature is too high. The the system will shut off until the display cools down. navigation system turns off until the display cools down. The system turns back on automatically when the display cools down.

  • Page 151: Reference Information

    System Limitations ........152 Copyrights ........... 157 GPS ............152 User Agreements ......... 157 Address Calculation ......152 As required by the FCC ......161 Database ..........152 Client Assistance ........154 Resolving Problems .......154 Acura Client Relations Contact Information...154 Visiting Your Dealer ......154 Map Coverage ........155...

  • Page 152: System Initialization

    System Initialization The navigation system must be initialized if If the control unit fails to recognize, power to the navigation system is you must go to a dealer and have the interrupted for any reason (e.g., the battery system checked. was disconnected).

  • Page 153: Startup Confirmation Screen

    uuSystem InitializationuStartup Confirmation Screen Startup Confirmation Map Matching Screen Map matching is the process of using the acquired GPS information to locate your The Startup Confirmation screen is position on the map screen. If you are on a displayed when initialization has mapped road, the name of the road is successfully completed.

  • Page 154: System Limitations

    System Limitations Address Calculation Database The signals received from GPS satellites are The destination icon shows only the The digitized map database reflects extremely weak (less than a millionth of the approximate location of a destination conditions as they existed at various points strength of a local FM station) and require address.
  • Page 155 uuSystem LimitationsuDatabase The database does not include, analyze, process, consider, or reflect any of the following categories of information: • Neighborhood quality or safety • Population density • Availability or proximity of law enforcement • Emergency, rescue, medical, or other assistance •...

  • Page 156: Client Assistance

    Acura Client Services places/landmarks: 180 Honda Boulevard 2 Visiting Your Dealer P. 154 Markham, L6C 0H9, ON • Call Acura Client Relations. E-Mail: acura_cr@ch.honda.com 2 Acura Client Relations Contact Telephone: (888) 9-ACURA-9 Information P. 154 Hours: 8:00 am to 7:30 pm...

  • Page 157: Map Coverage

    1. Visit the website. coverage for the United States, Canada, 2. Enter your vehicle model and model year. Acura is continually expanding the scope of Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The map coverage 3. The most current version of the Navi DVD the navigation system.

  • Page 158: Traffic Information

    ■ Address and Place Entry Canadian models Screens Visit www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink to Entering a destination address or place/ find traffic information. landmark on another island may result in a screen caution message. This is because there are no ferry routes between islands in the database.

  • Page 159: Legal Information

    Legal Information Copyrights User Agreements • The HDD may not be decompiled, reverse engineered or otherwise disassembled, in • Infogroup-Data: Certain business data ■ whole or in part. Navigation System User provided by Infogroup © 2011, All Rights • The HDD may not be used in a network Agreement Reserved.
  • Page 160 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements • The terms and conditions hereof apply to government is subject to “Restricted FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURN OF THE all subsequent users and owners as well Rights” as set forth at FAR 52.227-14, -19 UNUSED DEVICE(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY as to the original purchaser.
  • Page 161 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST shall be liable for any damages arising out If MS, Microsoft Corporation or their INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED of errors in the speech recognition affiliates make available Supplemental ANY WARRANTIES REGARDING THE process.
  • Page 162 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements DEVICE as a replacement copy for the property of the respective content owner provided in the documentation for the existing SOFTWARE, and use it in and may be protected by applicable DEVICE. accordance with this EULA, including any copyright or other intellectual property Should you have any questions additional EULA terms accompanying the...

  • Page 163: As Required By The Fcc

    uuLegal InformationuAs required by the FCC As required by the FCC 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canadian RSS-210/ RSSGen. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...

  • Page 165: Voice Commands

    Voice Commands Voice Commands ........164 Voice Portal Screen ......164 Navigation Commands for Find Nearest..164...

  • Page 166: Voice Commands

    Go Home Find Nearest (specify place): Previous Destination Historical Monument Fuel Auto Back Marina All Types Fuel Auto Cancel Movie Theater ACURA Dealers Museum HONDA Dealers Park Gas Station Performing Arts Hydrogen Station Sports Complex Auto Parts & Electronics Tourist Attraction Auto Repair &...
  • Page 167 uuVoice CommandsuNavigation Commands for Find Nearest All Types Restaurant Ferry Terminal All Types Emergency American Restaurant Named Place Hospital Park & Ride Police Station Californian Restaurant Veterinarian Chinese Restaurant Parking Garage Coffee Shop Parking Lot Continental Restaurant Rental Car Agency Fast Food Rest Area French Restaurant...

  • Page 168: Index

    Current Location ........112 Navigation System ........148 Current Position Estimated Time .......... 51 Address Book ..........25 Acura Client Relations ......154 Exit Info ............ 118 Select using Map........96 Address............76 Customized Features........66 Address Book ..........25 Avoided Area..........
  • Page 169 Setting Destination ........85 Show Icon on Map ........54 Place Name Sort by Distance to Travel......85 Legal Information ........157 Address Book ..........25 Start-up ............20 Lodging (Place Category) ......85 Setting Destination ........89 Straight Line Guide ........61 Place Phone Number Street............
  • Page 170 Voice Commands Voice Commands List ......164 Voice Control System......... 22 Voice Help ..........14 Voice Control Operation Basic Operation ........... 5 Voice Portal ..........5 Volume Map/Route Menu ........109 Waypoint Adding ............ 124 Editing............. 130 Zip Code ............78...
  • Page 171 31TZ5840 NM-05954 2018 MDX Navigation Manual 00X31-TZ5-8400 ©2017 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. — All Rights Reserved Printed in U.S.A.

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