CONTROL | FUNCTION |
|---|---|
BAND | Switches to radio mode; changes between AM/FM1/FM2 |
DISC | Switches to CD mode |
AUDIO | Recalls the audio adjust menu |
NAV | Switches to navigation mode |
INFO | Recalls the vehicle information menu |
VICS | Export only. Switches to VICS mode |
NAV REPEAT | Repeats the last navigation voice guidance |
POWER/VOLUME | Turn power On/Off; increase/decrease volume |
MAIN | Recalls the main menu mode |
SOFT KEYS | 6 push buttons to select options on the right side of the display. |
TUNE/SELECT | Rotate to change between menu options; press to select option |
SEEK/SCAN | Press left/right to change cursor position |
Navigation System Components
The navigation system contains the following components:
| • | Navigation radio |
| • | Global positioning system (GPS) antenna |
The export navigation system contains the following additional components:
| • | Vehicle information communication system (VICS) module |
| • | VICS optical beacon antenna |
| • | Four TV antennae integrated into the rear window glass |
| • | VICS FM antenna integrated into the rear glass |
| • | TV antenna module to control antenna selection |
| • | Antenna amplifier |
| • | Auxiliary RCA video jacks |
Navigation Radio
This component acts as the operator interface for the navigation system, provides the data input from the operator to the navigation system and provides navigation information to the operator via the display screen. The navigation radio is located in the center of the instrument panel. The navigation radio provides the following:
| • | A display screen. All navigation, audio and TV functions are displayed on this screen. |
| • | Soft keys on the right side of the display to allow selection from menus and to operate the navigation system, the audio system and the (export) TV system. |
| • | The navigation system map with routing information displayed on the navigation radio screen. |
| • | Plan a route and provide turn-by-turn route and map guidance with voice prompts |
| • | Select a destination from various areas and choices, such as: |
| - | Street address |
| - | Intersections |
| - | Previous destinations |
| - | Points of interest |
Global Positioning System (GPS) Antenna
The GPS locates the current position of the vehicle using signals sent by GPS satellites. The GPS antenna is attached to the I/P carrier and can be accessed by removing the I/P retainer. The GPS antenna is powered through the same coaxial cable used to send the signals to the navigation radio. Interference to the system may occur if any of the following exist:
| • | Signals are obstructed by objects such as, tall buildings or trees |
| • | Metallic objects located on the dashboard |
| • | Aftermarket glass tinting has been applied to the vehicles windshield |
TV and VICS Antenna
These several antennae are conductive traces placed on the inside of the rear window glass.
TV Antenna Module
The TV antenna module is located under the rear window shelf. The TV antenna module is used by the navigation radio to automatically select the antenna combination that provides the strongest TV signal to the navigation radio. The TV antenna module also provides the VICS FM signal to the VICS module.
TV Antenna Amplifier
The TV antenna amplifier is mounted behind the trim on 1 side of the rear window. The TV antenna amplifier is powered by the TV antenna module through the same coaxial cable used to carry their signals to the TV antenna module. They are attached to the 4 TV antenna trace patterns in the rear window glass.
Auxiliary RCA Video Jacks
The auxiliary RCA video jacks, used to attach a remote video device, are located at the rear of the center console. These connections may be used to provide audio and video input from a video player or camera to the navigation radio.
VICS Module
The vehicle information communication system (VICS) module, an export only dealer-installed option, uses signals from the optical/microwave beacon antenna and the rear glass VICS antenna via the TV antenna module to convey routing information to the navigation radio. The navigation radio either revises planned routing or relays the VICS information to the operator through the screen of the navigation radio and the voice guidance system.
VICS Optical Beacon Antenna
The vehicle information communication system (VICS) optical beacon antenna is a dealer-installed option. The antenna, which is mounted on the right side of the instrument panel, picks up signals through the front window glass. A coaxial cable carries the power to and signals from this antenna to the navigation radio.
Map CD's
There are 9 regional CD's and 1 interstate/major city CD. The correct CD must be inserted to find locations in the specific region. The major city/interstate CD should only be used for traveling from region to region. Once the vehicle has traveled to a new region the appropriate CD must be loaded.
Browser
The navigation radio will allow HTML files to be displayed. The files will only be able to be accessed and viewed. No user input is capable.
Important: This function is for view files on disk only. The navigation radio cannot get external files from the World-Wide Web or other sources other than an inserted disk.
Planning a Route
To plan a route a destination must be set. There are various types of destinations available, as listed above. Pressing "Calc" once the destination has been entered will plan the route. To start the route guidance start driving the vehicle. The route guidance will begin automatically after a short distance.
Beam
The beam function allows data to bent sent by a PALM hand held computing device directly into the navigation system. The IR port for the beam function is located in the upper right corner of the navigation radio.
