Voice Control System Operation

Voice recognition is controlled by the TALK and BACK buttons. This is intended as the primary way to give commands to the system.

The front audio speakers are used to give voice guidance and voice control feedback. When the navigation system is giving voice guidance instructions, it is through the front speakers only. The rear speakers continue to play the audio system. When you are using the voice control system to give commands (by pressing the TALK or BACK buttons), the front and rear speakers are muted. If the vehicle has RES, the headphones are not affected by navigation system operation. When using the HandsFreeLink or OnStar, the navigation or audio system voice control cannot be used.

The voice command list can be viewed or heard by pressing the INFO button and selecting Voice Command Help. A tutorial is included that explains the operation of the voice control system. Refer to the Quick Start Guide and the Navigation System Owner's Manual for detailed information.

Improving Recognition

To help the system understand your voice commands, follow these guidelines:

^ Make sure the correct screen is displayed for the voice command you are giving. Refer to the Navigation System Owner's Manual.

^ Close the windows and the moonroof.

^ Set the fan speed to low (1 or 2).

^ Adjust the airflow from the vents so that it does not blow against the microphone on the ceiling.

^ After pressing the TALK button, wait for the beep, then give a voice command.

^ Give a voice command clearly in a natural speaking voice without pausing between words.

NOTE:

^ If the system cannot recognize your voice command, speak louder.

^ If the microphone picks up voices other than yours, the system may misinterpret your voice commands.

NAVIGATION SYSTEM TQI

The navigation system is ready to use when the vehicle is delivered to the dealership. Since the system interfaces with other systems in the vehicle, it is important to ensure that all of the systems are initialized so they will work properly for the customer. To initialize the system, follow this procedure:

1. Perform the normal TQI of the vehicle, including the audio system. The navigation system voice will not function if the anti-theft code for the audio system has not been entered.

2. Make sure the XM radio dealer demo account has been set up (XM stations, 7, 9, 47 and 122 can be received).





3. You could possibly see this navigation diagnostic screen.

^ If any of the boxes are red, use the service manual to troubleshoot that area. After the repair, turn off the ignition, and then turn it back on. If all of the boxes are now green, go to step 4. If all of the boxes are green, go to step 4.

4. To cancel the diagnostic screen, do this:

^ Press and hold the Menu, Map/Guide, and Cancel buttons at the same time until the "Select diagnosis" screen comes up. Then release the buttons.

^ Press and hold the Map/Guide button for at least 15 seconds.

^ Select "Complete" on the display, then select "Return" twice to exit the diagnostic mode.

5. Start the engine, and move the vehicle outside, away from buildings and power lines. Then enter the security code for the navigation system. The code is on the Navigation Anti-Theft Code card.

* NOTE:

^ If the Anti-Theft Code card is lost, you can find the code with the Interactive Network (iN) by using the Anti-Theft Code option and the serial number of the navigation control unit (3 letters and 8 numbers). If the card with the serial number cannot be located, you can obtain the serial number from the bottom of the navigation control unit, or you may obtain it from the navigation diagnostic "Navi ECU" screen (in the service manual, refer to the Navigation Start-up and Diagnosis Menu> Unit Check> Navi ECU> Serial No.). If you cannot find the code with iN contact the Automobile Warranty Department.*

^ If the anti-theft code does not work, try entering 0000 (zeroes) as the code. If the system accepts this, replace the navigation control unit.

6. The following instructions appear on the screen to indicate the system is initializing (determining its location from the GPS satellites). Follow the on-screen instructions.





NOTE:
The average initialization takes about 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes. If initialization completes within 10 minutes, the display changes to the globe screen.





7. If the system does not initialize within 10 minutes, a second screen, shown below, appears. The system is still performing the initialization but will not automatically exit to the globe screen when initialization is complete. Do not immediately follow the instructions on the screen. After 30 minutes, turn the vehicle off and try restarting the vehicle to see if the navigation system completed the initialization. If not, then follow the instructions on the screen.

NOTE:
The appearance of the second initialization screen generally implies that something is interfering with the GPS reception. For a list of possible failure causes, refer to the "Navigation System Limitations" in the section below. The initialization screen may appear after battery voltage to the navigation control unit has been disconnected for more than 5 minutes. If this occurs, follow the on-screen instructions. If you are still unable to obtain GPS initialization, refer to the service manual for diagnostic information.

8. When initialization is complete, the disclaimer screen appears. Touch "OK."

NOTE:
Do not enter a destination yet. In order for the navigation system to calculate a route, it must align the current location to a mapped road (map matching). This will occur when you start driving.

9. With the map screen displayed, touch the zoom button and select the 1/8-mile scale. Drive the vehicle at least a half mile from your dealership, then find a safe place to park.

^ Make sure the Vehicle Position (VP) icon moves smoothly as you drive, and does not leap from one point to another (checks speed pulse signal to navi). Also make sure the icon points in the direction the vehicle is traveling; it does not "dog track" or spin.

^ Make sure the VP icon smoothly follows the vehicles maneuvers as you make turns (checks yaw rate sensor).

^ After driving a few hundred feet, the name of the road you are driving on should appear on the bottom of the screen (vehicle properly map matched).

^ The system should provide voice guidance commands (with or without the audio system on).

10. To verify the operation of the illumination signal, turn the headlights on and off. The screen should switch from day to night mode display. If not, select "Setup", and check that the display mode is set to "Auto."

11. With the map screen displayed, press and release the TALK button.

12. When you hear the beep, say "find the nearest Acura dealer." The system should display a list of Acura dealers.

13. Use the joystick to select your dealership by highlighting it, then pushing in on the joystick.

14. On the "Calculate Route to" screen, select OK.

15. The system then calculates a route and displays it as a blue line. If you are in a rural area with unverified roads, you may see a blue vector line pointing in the direction of your destination, or a blue/pink dotted line.

16. Follow the voice guidance back to your dealership. The voice guidance should work even with the audio system turned on or off.

*17. With the map screen displayed, check the system interaction with the audio system. Press and release the TALK button. After the beep, say "XM channel 125." The audio display should change to XM channel 125, and show "The Weather Channel."*

18. With the map screen displayed, check the system interaction with the climate control system. Press and release the TALK button. After the beep, say "temperature 68 degrees." The climate control system display should change to 68 degrees.

19. The time shown by the system on the audio display should be correct; the system gets it from the GPS satellites. Depending on the location of your dealership, you may have to adjust the time settings.

^ If you live in a state or part of the state that does not use Daylight Savings Time, select Setup. Select "More," then select "Clock Adjustment." Set "Auto Daylight Savings Time" to OFF.

^ If your dealership is located near a time zone boundary, set "Auto Time Zone by GPS" to OFF. The clock then keeps the "home" time if the customer routinely drives across the time zone boundary.

20. Select Setup, or use the voice control system and say "Setup." Then verify these settings by touch or with the joystick:

^ Volume set to the midrange

^ Brightness is set so the display can be seen in bright sunlight.

21. In Setup, select "More," then "Personal Information," then "Delete Previous Destinations."

Follow the screen prompts to delete all "Previous Destinations" except your dealership.

22. Return to the Main menu, then clean the screen with a soft damp cloth. You may use a mild cleaner intended for eyeglasses or computer screens. Harsher chemicals may damage the screen.

NOTE:
Do not use shop towels, paper towels, or tissues; they can scratch or damage the screen.