FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing a NISSAN automobile. This user's manual is for the navigation system only. This manual contains operating instructions for the NISSAN navigation system offered in the following models: Altima Armada Maxima Pathfinder Quest Titan Please read this manual carefully to ensure safe operation of the navigation system. This manual contains operating instructions for the NISSAN Navigation System offered in your NISSAN vehicle Please read your vehicle's owner's manual first. Do not remove this manual from the vehicle when selling this vehicle. The next user of this navigation system may need the manual. Because of possible specification changes, sections of this manual may not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. Table of Contents Introduction How does the Nissan navigation system work? What features are available on the Nissan navigation system? How do I operate the Nissan navigation system? How do I program a destination? How do I use the Point of Interest (POI) feature? How do I use the address book feature? How do I use the avoid area feature? How do I use the automatic re-routing feature? How do I use the voice guidance feature? How do I adjust the display? Information on map data discs Troubleshooting guide Index 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Introduction How to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 For safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Reference symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Safety note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Laser product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual uses special words and icons, organized by function. Please refer to the following items and familiarize yourself with these symbols. SAFETY NOTE REFERENCE SYMBOLS INFO: This indicates information necessary for efficient use of your vehicle or accessories. DEST button This is a button on the control panel. View key This is a select key on the screen. By selecting this key you can proceed to the next function. This system is primarily designed to help you reach your destination, and also performs other functions as outlined in this manual. However, you, the driver, must use the system safely and properly. Information concerning road conditions, traffic signs and the availability of services may not always be up-to-date. The system is not a substitute for safe, proper, and legal driving. Before using the navigation system, please read the following safety information. Always use the system as outlined in this manual. FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. NOTE: This indicates an item to help you understand the maximum performance of your vehicle. If ignored, it may lead to a malfunction or poor performance. WARNING When the driver operates the navigation system or uses the joystick (screen function), first park the vehicle in a safe place and set the parking brake. Using the system while driving can distract the driver and may result in a serious accident. Destinations cannot be set while the vehicle is in motion. Do not rely on voice guidance alone. Always be sure that all driving maneuvers may be made legally and safely to avoid an accident. 1-2 Introduction Do not disassemble or modify this system. If you do, it may result in accidents, fire, or electrical shock. Do not use this system if you notice any malfunction such as a frozen screen or lack of sound. Continued use of the system may result in accident, fire, or electrical shock. If you notice any foreign object in the system hardware or spilled liquid, or notice smoke or a smell coming from it, stop using the system immediately and contact your nearest NISSAN dealer. Ignoring such conditions may lead to accidents, fire, or electrical shock. NOTE: Some states/provinces may have laws limiting the use of video screens while driving. Use this system only where legal. WARNING Do not disassemble or modify this system. There are no user serviceable parts in this navigation system. If maintenance, adjustments and operations other than those specified in this manual are attempted, injury due to laser radiation and exposure could occur. LASER PRODUCT This navigation system is certified as a Class 1 laser product. The navigation system complies with DHHS Laser-Radiation Standards, 21 CFR Chapter 1, subchapter J. Introduction 1-3 MEMO 1-4 Introduction 2 How does the Nissan navigation system work? What is a navigation system? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 About the navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 What is GPS (Global Positioning System)?. . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Accuracy of positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Positioning adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Receiving signals from GPS satellites. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Display of GPS information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Detailed map coverage areas (MCA) for the navigation system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 When a gray road or dark green road is displayed on the map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 WHAT IS A NAVIGATION SYSTEM? ABOUT THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM This navigation system combines the data obtained from the vehicle (by gyro sensor) and from GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites to calculate the current location of the vehicle. This position is then displayed on the screen, allowing route guidance to a destination. WHAT IS GPS (Global Positioning System)? GPS is a system developed and operated by the U.S. Government, covering the entire planet. This navigation system receives three or more different radio signals from NAVSTAR (GPS satellites), orbiting the earth 13,049 miles (21,000 km) above ground. The data from different sets of signals are trigonometrically calculated to obtain the position of the vehicle. INFO: The tracking center in the U.S. controls signals transmitted from GPS satellites. This control sometimes results in reduced accuracy or no signal received at all, in accordance with government requirements. Consequently, areas such as military bases may not accurately appear on the navigation screen. INV1191 ACCURACY OF POSITIONING The color of the GPS Indicator on the upper left corner of the screen indicates positioning as follows: Green: positioning is possible and accurate Yellow: positioning is possible but accuracy is minimal Gray: positioning is not possible INFO: For approximately 3 or 4 minutes after system startup, the GPS indicator remains gray, even if accurate positioning is possible. 2-2 How does the Nissan navigation system work? DETAILED MAP COVERAGE AREAS (MCA) FOR THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM POSITIONING ADJUSTMENT When the system judges that the vehicle position information is not accurate based on vehicle speed and gyro sensor data calculations, the system will adjust the vehicle position information using GPS signals. INFO: The antenna for GPS is located behind the instrument panel inside the vehicle. Do not place any objects, especially mobile phones or transceivers, on the instrument panel. Because the strength of the GPS signals are approximately one billionth of that of TV waves; phones and transceivers will decrease the strength or may totally disrupt the signals. This system is designed to help you reach your destination, and also performs other functions as outlined in this manual. However, you, the driver, must use the system safely and properly. Information concerning road conditions, traffic signs and the availability of services may not always be up-to-date. The system is not a substitute for safe, proper, and legal driving. Map data covers select metropolitan areas in the United States. Map data is available on map DVD-ROM. For information about map DVD-ROMs, contact a NISSAN dealer or call the NISSAN Navigation System help desk at 1-800-661­9995. Map data includes 2 types of areas: "Detailed coverage areas" providing all detailed road data and other areas showing "Main roads only". NOTE: Detailed map data is not available in many areas and is generally limited to select major metropolitan areas. For information on which metropolitan areas are in detailed coverage areas, please refer to the NISSAN Navigation System Software Booklet (included). When you purchase an updated map DVD-ROM, a new software booklet will be provided. RECEIVING SIGNALS FROM GPS SATELLITES Sometimes, satellite reception is weak. The following are places where signals tend to be weak: Inside tunnels and parking lots in buildings Areas with numerous tall buildings Under multi-layered highways In a dense forest Near military bases and certain government facilities Vehicles in these areas may not receive GPS signals (Indicator color: gray). DISPLAY OF GPS INFORMATION This system displays GPS information. Please refer to "GPS information display" on page 11-17. How does the Nissan navigation system work? 2-3 WHEN A GRAY ROAD OR DARK GREEN ROAD IS DISPLAYED ON THE MAP When you are driving on a gray road after the vehicle has deviated from the suggested route during route guidance, automatic rerouting may not start immediately. The navigation system does not provide route guidance for dark green roads. Therefore, if the destination is set on a dark green road, the enlarged map display will return to the ordinary map screen at a point on a suggested road that is near the destination. Also, the voice guidance will stop at a point on a suggested road that is near the destination. Refer to "About route guidance on page4-26 for details. POI information and street names near gray roads may not be contained in the map data. 2-4 How does the Nissan navigation system work? 3 What features are available on the Nissan navigation system? Route guidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Point of interest (POI) directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Address book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Avoid area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Automatic Reroute. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Detour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 BirdviewTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Voice guidance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Short menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 ROUTE GUIDANCE The main feature of the NISSAN Navigation System is Visual and Audio Route Guidance in selected detailed map coverage areas. Utilizing a network of GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites, the NISSAN Navigation System tracks your location on the map and directs you where you want to go. Once you program a destination covered by a detailed map, The NISSAN Navigation System will determine a route from your current location to your destination. The moving map display and turn-by-turn voice commands help the driver determine upcoming turns. This feature can be especially helpful in finding unfamiliar locations or businesses. The system may be unable to set a destination and/or calculate distance when a destination is outside a detailed map coverage area. Additionally, audio route guidance may not be available if the destination is outside a detailed map coverage area. For more information on how to program a destination, please refer to section 5. POINT OF INTEREST (POI) DIRECTORY The NISSAN Navigation System offers an extensive Point of Interest (POI) directory in detailed map coverage areas for your convenience. This directory includes a wide variety of destinations ranging from gas stations, ATMs, and restaurants to casinos, ski resorts, shopping centers and businesses. By accessing the Point of Interest directory, you can search for addresses and phone numbers for a destination, and with a press of a button, the NISSAN Navigation System will calculate a route to the destination. The Point of Interest directory offers many uses. For example, the directory can be sor ...