Glossary - Pioneer AVIC-8DVD Operation Manual

Glossary

This glossary explains some of the terms used in the manual.
3D Hybrid sensor
The built-in sensor which enables the system to estimate your vehicle's position. A learning function
increases its accuracy and two sets of learning data can be stored in memory.
Address Book
A list of previously searched destinations, via points and locations registered manually.
Current location
The present location of your vehicle; your current location is shown on the map by a red triangle mark.
Default setting
A factory setting which applies when you first switch on the system; you can change default settings to
suit your own needs in the Settings menu.
Destination
A location you choose as the end point of your journey.
DVD-ROM
A disc used to store data.
Favourite location
A frequently visited location (such as your workplace or a relative's home) that you can register to allow
easy routing.
GPS
Global Positioning System. A network of satellites that provides navigation signals for a variety of pur-
poses.
Guidance mode
The mode in which guidance is given as you drive to your destination; the system automatically switches
to this mode as soon as a route has been set.
Guidance point
These are important landmarks along your route, generally intersections. The next way point along your
route is indicated on the map by the yellow flag icon.
Home location
Your registered home location.
Joystick
The main control on the Remote Controller; it is used extensively to make selections from menus and to
scroll the map display.
Menu
A list of options shown on the display; choices are selected using the joystick.
PC card
Card-type peripheral equipment mainly used for personal computers. The Navigation System can use a
memory card to store data.
Point of Interest (POI)
Point Of Interest; any of a range of locations stored in the data, such as railway stations, shops, restau-
rants, and amusement parks.
RDS-TMC
A communication system for informing drivers of the latest traffic information using FM multiplex
broadcast. Information such as traffic jams or accidents can be checked on the display.
Remote Controller
The remote control unit for the system (see "The Remote Controller" on page 17).
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