Nissan 2011 Altima Hybrid User Manual

®2011 ALTIMANAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUALFor your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.Printing: August 2010 (07)Publication No.: NA0E

CONTROL PANEL䊐1MAP:Press to display the map. While followingprogrammed route, press multiple times tochange the type of route information.䊐2DEST:Press

6. Select the freeway of the destination fromthe list.7. Select “Entrance” or “Exit”. A list screen isdisplayed.8. Select the preferred destination fr

INFO:By selecting “By Distance”, the list can be sortedby the nearest distance.9. The entire route is shown on the map. Se-lect “Start” after confirmi

3. Select “Intersection”. A character inputscreen is displayed.4. Enter the name of the 1st street. After finish-ing the entry, select “List”.A list s

6. Enter the name of the 2nd street.After finishing the entry, select “List”. A listscreen is displayed.7. Select a street as the 2nd street from thel

1. Press DEST.2. Select “Next Page”.3. Select “City Center”. A character inputscreen is displayed.4. Enter the name of the city, select “List”. Alist

5. Select the preferred destination from thelist. The position of the selected location isdisplayed in the preview on the right side ofthe screen.INFO

SETTING A POINT ON THE MAPA location touched on the map can be set as thedestination to which the system calculates aroute.1. Scroll the map, place th

3. The system sets the destination to the se-lected location and starts calculating aroute.INFO:If a point on a freeway is set as the destination, aco

3. A confirmation message is displayed. Se-lect “Yes”.The destination and the waypoints aredeleted.INFO:The deleted destination and waypoints are nota

5 Route guidanceProcedures after setting a destination...5-2Available items after setting a destination...5-2Starting route guidan

STEERING WHEEL SWITCH䊐1SOURCE:Use to switch the audio mode (source). Foradditional information, see the Owner’sManual.䊐2ENTER:Move up or down to highl

After performing a route search, the route guid-ance can be started immediately. Also, it is pos-sible to confirm or change a route.AVAILABLE ITEMS AF

● Even if the map screen is touched, the samemap screen as when “Move Location” is se-lected is displayed.STARTING ROUTE GUIDANCE1. Select “Start”. Ro

CONFIRMING A ROUTE1. Select “Add/Route Info”.2. Select the preferred information item.3. Press BACK to return to the previousscreen.Available informat

1. Select “Add Way Pt.”. 2. Set additional destinations or waypoints.The method of searching for a location isthe same as the one for a destination.“S

4. The system starts calculating a route that in-cludes the added destination or waypoint.When the calculation is finished, the route isdisplayed.INFO

1. Set the destination using an appropriatemethod.2. Select “Store Location”.3. The location is stored in the Address Book.The corresponding icon is d

3. Information about the location is displayed.4. Press BACK to return to the previousscreen.INFO:● If “Call” is displayed on the right side of thescr

Examples of voice guidance䊐1“In about one quarter mile (400 meters),right (left) turn.”“Right (left) turn ahead.”䊐2“In about one quarter mile (400 met

Enlarged intersection viewWhen approaching a guide point, the system au-tomatically changes to the split screen andshows an enlarged view of the inter

Split screen settingsThe display setting on the left-hand side screenshown during route guidance can be changed.1. Touch the “Map Menu” key while the

The navigation system starts when the ignitionswitch is turned to the ACC or ON position.NOTE:Do not keep the navigation system on withthe engine stop

Intersection:The map screen and the enlarged intersectionview can be displayed at the same time.Press MAP to switch to the full map screen.Turn list:T

1. Press ENTER while the current locationmap screen is displayed.2. Select “Map View”.3. Select “Map Settings”. 4. Select ⬙Show all Freeway Exits on R

Exits display screen:When the vehicle travels on a highway or a tollroad, the display will provide a list of informationrelated to the travel route, s

2. Select the landmark category. The listscreen for showing facilities located nearthe freeway exit is displayed.3. Select the preferred facility for

WARNING● Always stop the vehicle in a safe lo-cation before modifying the routeconditions.● Modifying the route conditions whiledriving may cause an

● “Traffic Detour”:Manually search for an alternative detourroute taking the traffic information intoconsideration.“SEARCHING FOR A DETOURROUTE TAKING

Reactivating a route1. Press ROUTE.2. Select “Resume Route”.3. A confirmation message is displayed. Se-lect “Yes”. The deleted route is reactivated.IN

Available setting items䊐1Add a destination.“Setting a destination or way-point” (page 5-18)䊐2Current destination:Change or delete the destination.“Edi

4. Set a destination or waypoint. The methodof searching for a destination or waypoint isthe same as the one for a destination.“4. Setting a destinati

Editing/deleting a destination or way-pointThe destination or waypoint that is already setcan be modified or deleted.If a location is modified or dele

To ensure safe driving, some functions cannot beoperated or have limited operation while driving.The on-screen functions that are not availablewhile d

5. Select “Delete” to delete the location. 6. A confirmation message is displayed. Con-firm the contents of the message, highlight“Yes”. The destinati

1. Press ROUTE.2. Select “Edit/Add to Route”.3. Select a destination or waypoint that is al-ready set.4. Select “Change Order”. A list of the desti-na

6. A confirmation message is displayed andthe order of the destination or waypoint ischanged.7. By selecting “Calculate” the system will re-calculate

4. Select the preferred condition.Available conditions:: “Fastest Route”: “Minimize Freeway”: “Shortest Route”5. The system automatically recalculates

Basic operation1. Press ROUTE.2. Select “Route Info”.3. Select the preferred item.Available items:● “Turn List”:Displays the details of the suggested

Using turn list1. Select “Turn List”.2. The information (e.g., intersections) can beconfirmed on the route to the destination byscrolling the screen u

GUIDANCE SETTINGSVarious guidance settings can be set.Basic operation1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Navigation”.3. Select “Guidance Settings”.4. Select t

2. After the tone sounds, speak a command.To delete a route:“Voice Guidance On/Off” (Alternate com-mand mode)RECALCULATE ROUTEThe route can be searche

4. Set the route conditions. After finishing thesetting, select “Start”.“PROCEDURES AFTER SET-TING A DESTINATION”(page 5-2)● When a waypoint has been

4. Select “Auto Reroute”. The indicator for theselected condition illuminates. When thecurrent location map screen or route settingscreen is displayed

MENU SCREENS AND THEIR PUR-POSESPress the DEST, ROUTE, INFO, or SET-TING button to display the corresponding menuscreen.How to select a menu itemExamp

SEARCHING FOR A DETOURROUTE TAKING TRAFFIC INFORMA-TION INTO CONSIDERATIONWhen a serious traffic event occurs on the route,or if the system finds a fa

INFO:● If no route is set, or “Use Real Time Traffic In-formation” is turned off, this function cannotbe operated.● If no detour route is selected and

Basic operation:1. Press ROUTE.2. Select “Route Settings”.3. Select “Basic Route Type”.4. Select the preferred condition. The indica-tor for the selec

● “Use Statistical Traffic Information”:Uses statistical traffic information that isstored in the map data.● “Use Real Time Traffic Information”:Uses

Various guidance information can be set to beplayed during route guidance and activate or de-activate route and/or voice guidance.BASIC OPERATION1. Pr

● “Voice Guidance Settings”:Sets advanced settings for the voice guid-ance announced at guide points.“ROUTE GUIDANCE SET-TINGS” (page 5-36)● “Guidance

5. Select “Intersection Guidance Settings”.6. Select the preferred item.Available setting items● “Voice Announcements”:Sets how many times the voice g

5. Select “Small Turn Arrow on Map to activateor deactivate Small Turn Arrow on the Map(simplified turn indicator) displayed in theupper left corner o

7. The icon displayed on the map screen isswitched, and the travel time to the way-point is displayed.Displayed icon: Display of the travel time to th

● “Residential”:Adjust the average vehicle speed in a residen-tial area by touching [+] or [⫺].● “Reset”:Sets the average vehicle speeds to the de-fau

1. Press and hold ENTER on the steeringwheel switch.2. Select the preferred item and push ENTER.INFO:ENTER on the steering wheel switch can beused to

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6 Storing a location/routeStoring a location...6-2Storing a location by searching...6-2Storing the curr

Often visited locations can be stored in the Ad-dress Book. The stored addresses can be easilyretrieved to set them as a destination orwaypoint.INFO:●

4. Select “Stored Location”. 5. Select “Home Location (None)” or “AddNew”.6. Select the appropriate method to search fora location.“4. Setting a desti

7. When a preferred location is displayed atthe center of the map, confirm the addressof the location.A message is displayed, and the address ofthe lo

STORING THE CURRENT VEHICLELOCATION1. Press MAP to display the current locationmap screen.2. Select “Map Menu”.3. Select “Stored Location”. A message

STORING A LOCATION BY MOVINGTHE MAP1. Move to the preferred location on the map.2. Select “Map Menu”.3. Select “Store Location”. A message isdisplayed

A calculated route can be stored.A maximum of 5 routes can be stored.Stored routes can be easily retrieved and set asthe suggested route.INFO:Stored r

4. A confirmation message is displayed. Con-firm the contents of the message, highlight“Yes”.The current route is stored.OTHER SETTINGSA route can als

A travelled route up to the current location canbe stored. A maximum of 5 tracked routes canbe stored.1. Press MAP to display the current locationmap

LIST SCREENAfter searching for a point of interest, a listscreen is displayed.Depending on the list displayed, it can be sorted.Items displayed in a l

4. A confirmation message is displayed. Con-firm the contents of the message, highlight“Yes”. The tracked route you have traveledis stored.5. Press MA

An Avoid Area can be stored.The Avoid Area is an area that can be excludedfrom a route, such as a road that is alwayscongested. Once Avoid Areas are s

4. Select “Avoid Area”. 5. Select “Add New”.INFO:A maximum of 10 Avoid Areas can be stored.When 10 Avoid Areas are already stored, a newAvoid Area can

7. Set the following items for the searchedlocation.Available setting items:● “Rename”:Changes the name.“Rename” (page 6-26)● “Move Location”:Adjusts

BASIC OPERATION1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Navigation”.3. Select “Address Book”.4. Select the preferred item.Available setting items● “Stored Location

3. Select the preferred item.Available setting items● “Edit”:Edits the stored address information.● “Move Location”:Adjusts the location of the stored

1. Select “Edit”.2. Select “Show Icon on Map”.3. The indicator illuminates when the item isset. Then the system displays the icon onthe map.Name (only

Voicetag (only for stored locations)1. Select “Voicetag”2. Select “Store”.3. A beep sounds, and the system enters thevoice command reception mode.4. S

IconChanges the icon of the home or stored addressto the preferred one. By changing the icons, theusage of the ⬙By Icon⬙ option of the sort functionca

1. Select “Sound”.A sound list is displayed.2. Select the preferred alarm tone.The indicator of the selected alarm toneilluminates.Sound list:NoneChim

Here, the operation examples performed with thetouch panel operation are described.SELECTING THE ITEMWhen the item is touched, the next screen isdispl

1. Select “Direction”.A map screen with the home or stored loca-tion located on the map center is displayed.2. Set the direction that sounds the alarm

2. Select the preferred distance option. Theindicator of the selected distanceilluminates.Available distance options:● 150 feet (50 m)● 300 feet (100

1. Select “Group”. 2. Select the preferred group.When the indicator of the selected groupilluminates, the stored location is classifiedinto the applic

2. Select the stored addresses that you wantto change.The position numbers of the selectedstored locations are changed.EDITING THE STORED ROUTE1. Sele

EDITING THE STORED TRACKING1. Select “Stored Tracking”.2. Select the stored tracked route. When the“ON” indicator is not illuminated, touch thekey on

Displaying a tracked routeThe stored tracked route can be displayed onthe map as necessary.1. Select “Stored Tracking”.2. Select the tracked route to

EDITING THE AVOID AREA1. Select “Avoid Area”.2. Select the preferred avoid area.3. Select the preferred items.Available setting items:● “Rename”:Chang

1. Select “Rename”. A character input screenis displayed.2. Enter the preferred name for the avoid area.3. Select “OK”. The name is stored.Move locati

1. Select “FWY”.To include freeways in the Avoid Area,touch the key on the screen to illuminatethis indicator.2. The Avoid Area is displayed in green

2. A confirmation message is displayed. Con-firm the contents of the message, select“Yes”. The stored item is deleted from theAddress Book.The locatio

SCROLLING THE MESSAGE ORLISTTouch the up arrow to scroll up the page oneitem at a time, or touch the double up arrow toscroll up an entire page.Touch

3. Select “Address Book”. Example: “Stored Location” is selected.4. Select the preferred item for deletion.5. Select the preferred location/route ford

6. Select “Delete”. 7. A confirmation message is displayed. Con-firm the contents of the message, highlight“Yes”. The stored item is deleted from theA

DELETING AN INDIVIDUAL ITEM ONTHE MAP1. Align the cross pointer over the preferredstored location for deletion by moving onthe map.2. Select “Map Menu

DELETING ALL STORED ITEMS1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Navigation”.3. Select “Address Book”. 4. Select “Delete Stored Items”.NST0075 NST0076 NST0077Stor

5. Select the preferred item for deletion.Items that can be deleted● “Delete Home Location”:Deletes the home location.● “Delete Address Book”:Deletes

1. Press DEST.2. Select “Address Book”.3. Select “Store/Edit”.4. Select “Delete All Addressbook Entries”.“4. Setting a destination”INFO:This procedure

3. Select “Address Book”. 4. Select “Transfer Address Book”. 5. Select “Download Address Book to USB”or “Download Address Book from USB”.NST0076 NST00

6. Select a stored item. The “ON” indicatorilluminates.7. Select “Download”.INFO:● Do not remove the USB memory untilthe system completely imports or

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7 Viewing technical informationInformation screen ...7-2Basic operation ...7-2Viewing infor

1. Use the touch panel to select a character onthe displayed keyboard.2. Select the desired character. The high-lighted character is entered.3. Select

This screen sets or displays various informationthat is helpful for using the vehicle safely andcomfortably.Available items include the vehicle inform

INFO:The displayed items vary depending on the op-tions that are equipped on the vehicle.This displays the information about the vehiclelocation on th

Contents of vehicle location informa-tion䊐1Next Street:Displays the next street on the route.䊐2Current Street:Displays the current street on the route

INFO:If a contract is not completed for XM NavTraffic姞traffic information service, a message appears,and it will not be possible to check the informa-

1. Select “Info. on Route”. A list screen isdisplayed.2. Select the event to check the detailedinformation.3. The map screen centered around the se-le

1. Select “Nearby Traffic Info”. A list screen isdisplayed.2. Select the event to check the detailedinformation.3. The map screen centered around the

The message includes the icon, event type,event information and the direct distance fromthe current location to the event.INFO:● Urgent traffic inform

Screen information䊐1Road conditionsFree Flow: Green arrowModerate traffic: Yellow arrowHeavy traffic: Red arrowSection affected by serious traffic eve

Checking detailed information for thetraffic information icons on the map1. Place the cross pointer over the traffic infor-mation icon. The general de

4. Select the preferred setting. The indicatorfor the selected setting illuminates.Available setting items● Use Traffic Info.:Enables all traffic info

NISSAN NAVIGATION SYSTEM HELP-DESK CONTACT INFORMATIONFor assistance or inquiries about the NISSANcontact the NISSAN NAVIGATION SYSTEMHELPDESK at:● AD

4. After finishing the entry, select “List”.INFO:● When “Back” is touched on the screen, thescreen returns to the previous screen evenwhen characters

WARNINGXM NavWeather™ information is not asubstitute for attentive driving.Weather conditions change constantlyand emergency situations can arisewith

● Weather Map:Displays the current weather map for the pre-ferred area.● Temperature Map:Displays the current temperature map for thepreferred area.●

6. Select the preferred city from the list.INFO:“Select Other City from Menu” is not availablewhile driving.Current weather and forecastsThe current w

3. A weather information screen is displayed.Select “Forecast”.4. The forecast screen is displayed. A three-day forecast can be confirmed for the pre-

1. Select “Warnings and Watches History”. Alist warning/watch events around the cur-rent location is displayed.2. Select the event to check the detail

1. Select “Weather Map”. 2. Select the preferred map area.INFO:“Destination Map” is not available unless a desti-nation is set for the route guidance.

INFO:Touch “Legend” to display the map legend.Voice command1. Presslocated on the steering wheelswitch.2. After the tone sounds, speak a command.To di

3. A temperature map is displayed. The tem-perature information is shown by numbersand colors.4. Press BACK to return to the previousscreen. Press MAP

2. Select the preferred map area.INFO:“Destination Map” is not available unless a desti-nation is set for the route guidance.3. A warning/watch map is

1. Select “Road Condition Map”. 2. Select the preferred map area.INFO:“Destination Map” is not available unless a desti-nation is set for the route gu

2. Select “Delete” to delete the last numberentered.Touch and hold “Delete” to delete all thenumbers entered.3. After finishing the entry, select “Lis

INFO:Touch “Legend” to display the map legend.DESTINATION WEATHER ON SUG-GESTED ROUTE SCREENOn the screen of the suggested route after set-ting a dest

The message includes the weather icon and textdescribing the event.INFO:● The pop-up messages and announcementscan be set to on or off.● If multiple w

INFO:● The “Other Watches” category in the “Other”category includes Inland Hurricane Watch,Hurricane Watch, Typhoon Watch, TropicalStorm Watch, Inland

● Do not put on any sticker or write anything oneither surface.● If you need to clean it, do so with a soft clothby wiping from the centre outward.● D

This displays GPS information, such as the posi-tioning status, latitude/longitude, altitude andsatellite locations.BASIC OPERATION1. Press INFO.2. Se

8 Other settingsSettings screen ...8-2Basic operation ...8-2Display settings ...

The navigation system can be customized tomake it easier for you to use.BASIC OPERATION1. Press SETTING.2. Select the preferred setting item.Available

This menu turns on and off the display, adjust theimage quality of the navigation screen andchange the color of the menu screen.BASIC OPERATION1. Pres

BASIC OPERATION1. Select “Display Adjustment”.2. Select the preferred adjustment item.3. Touch the “+” or “-” key.4. After setting, touch “Back” to ap

When any button is pushed with the display off,the display turns on. The display will automati-cally turn off when there is no switch operationfor 5 s

CURRENT LOCATION MAP SCREENIf the “Map Menu” key is touched while the cur-rent location map screen is displayed, the follow-ing options are available.

Background colorTouch to toggle between the day screen andnight screen.INFO:The background color setting can also bechanged using thebutton.NSE0008Day

SETTING COLOR THEME1. Select “Color Theme”.2. Select the preferred menu color.The navigation system can be set in details tomeet the preference.BASIC

● “Map View”:Set the display method and the direction ofthe map.“CHANGING THE MAP VIEW”(page 3-11)● “Map Icons”:Set the map icons to display on the ma

1. Select “Speed Limit Info”. 2. Select “Speed Limit Indication on Map” totoggle the function between on and off. Theindicator light illuminates when

● “Map Scrolling Information”:Sets the system so that when the mapscrolls the information about the locationaligned at the center of the cross pointer

4. On the bottom of the map screen, the oper-ating status of an audio/visual function isdisplayed at all times.Customizing nearby placesThe categories

4. Select a main category. The sub categorylist is displayed. Select “Category Search”.The preferred category can also be inputdirectly.5. Select a su

3. Select the preferred item to switch the dis-play between “ABC” and “QWERTY”.4. Press MAP to return to the current locationmap screen.Adjusting the

● The position and direction of the vehicle iconmay be misaligned depending on the externalconditions and environment.● If the vehicle icon is misalig

4. Adjust the direction of the vehicle icon. Afteradjusting the direction of the vehicle icon,touch “OK” key.5. A message is displayed, and the adjust

● “Add to Route”:Set the map location where the screen wastouched to set a destination or a waypoint.This is available only when the suggestedroute is

RESET ALL NAVIGATION SETTINGSTO DEFAULTThis restores various settings (display, volumelevel, etc.) to the default settings.INFO:The memory contents, s

This turns on and off, as well as adjusts, thephone function (ringer, incoming and outgoingvolume), the voice guide function and the beepfunction.BASI

INFO:For more details about “Ringtone”, “IncomingCall” and “Outgoing Call”, refer to the vehicleOwner’s Manual.This changes the clock settings.BASIC O

This changes the language and measurementunit used in the system.LANGUAGE SETTINGS1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Others”.3. Select “Language & Units”

5. Select the preferred setting item. The indi-cator light of the selected item illuminates.Available languages:– “English”:– “Francais”:– “Español”:N

5. Select the preferred unit. The indicator ofthe selected unit illuminates.Available units:– US:mile, MPH, ºF, MPG– Metric:km, km/h, ºC, L/100 km6. P

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9 Voice recognitionNISSAN voice recognition ...9-2Manual control ...9-2Standard mode. . ...

NISSAN Voice Recognition allows hands-freeoperation of the navigation system and othersystems equipped on this vehicle, in one of twomodes, Standard M

Basic operation1. Press INFO.2. Select “Others”.3. Select “Voice Recognition”.4. Select “User Guide”.5. Select the preferred item.Available items:● “G

1. Press DEST.2. Select “Home (Add New)”.3. A confirmation message is displayed. Con-firm the contents of the message, select“Yes”.4. Select “Street A

1. Select “Let’s Practice”.2. Practice voice commands in accordancewith the audio guidance.Tutorials on the operation of the voicerecognition systemWh

BEFORE STARTINGTo get the best recognition performance fromVoice Recognition, observe the following items.● The interior of the vehicle should be as q

Examples:1-800-662-6200“One eight zero zero six six two six two zerozero”Improving Recognition of Phone numbers:Recognition of phone numbers can be im

Command listCategory Command:COMMAND ACTIONNavigation Operates Navigation function.Phone Operates Phone function.Information Displays Vehicle Informat

Vehicle Phone Command:COMMAND ACTIONDial Number Makes a call to a spoken phone number up to 10 digits.Vehicle Phonebook Makes a call to a contact that

VOICE COMMAND EXAMPLESTo use the voice recognition function, speakingone command is sometimes sufficient, but atother times it is necessary to speak t

5. Speak the name of the state, “California”. 6. Speak the name of the city, “Gardena”. 7. Voice feedback will be provided when thecommand is accepted

9. Speak the name of the street, “SouthFigueroa street”.INFO:● Only the official street names stored in themap database can be recognized by thesystem

13. To confirm the destination location on themap, speak “Show map”. To calculate aroute, speak “Calculate route”.Example 2: Placing a call to the pho

5. Speak “800”. 6. The system announces, “Please say nextthree digits or dial, or say change number”.Speak “662”.7. The system announces, “Please say

5. Enter the address of the home location, se-lect “OK”.The map screen is displayed.“FINDING AN ADDRESS”(page 4-5)6. Touch the screen to adjust the ho

8. The system announces, “Dial or ChangeNumber?”. Speak “Dial”.9. The system makes a call to 800-662-6200.INFO:● Speaking “800-662-6200” (10 continuou

4. Speak “International Call”. 5. Speak “011811112223333”. 6. Speak “Dial”.NGT0079 NGT0087 NGT0088Voice recognition 9-15

7. The system makes a call to 011-81-111-222-3333.INFO:Any digit input format is available in the Interna-tional Number input process.The following se

INFO:The Command List feature is only available whenAlternate Command Mode is active.Confirming voice commandsWhen controlling the system by voice com

6. To confirm the list, scroll the screen usingthe up and down arrows.7. Press “Back” to return to the previousscreen.NVR00209-18 Voice recognition

Command listNAVIGATION COMMAND ACTIONHome Sets a route to your home location.Address (if so equipped) Sets a route to the street address that you spec

INFORMATION COMMAND ACTIONWhere am I? Displays the current location.Traffic Information Turns the traffic information system on or off.Weather Informa

GENERAL COMMAND ACTIONGo back Corrects the last recognition result to return to the previous screenExit Cancels Voice RecognitionGeneral Commands:HELP

CONFIRMING HOW TO USE VOICECOMMANDSIt is possible to confirm how to use voice com-mands by accessing a simplified User Guide,which contains basic inst

1. Select “Getting Started”.2. To confirm the page, scroll the screen usingthe up and down arrows.Practicing voice commandsPractice for using the voic

8. Select “OK”.9. Press “Map” to return to the current locationmap screen. The home icon is displayed onthe map.INFO:The same setting can also be perf

2. The voice guide demonstrates how tospeak when giving commands.3. When the tutorial is completed, the systemautomatically switches to the Menu scree

1. Select “Adapting the System to Your Voice”.The tutorial starts.2. The voice guide demonstrates the stepsthat have to be performed.3. When the tutor

2. A list of commands appears on the screen,and the system announces, “Please say acommand”.3. After the tone sounds and the icon on thescreen changes

SYSTEM FEEDBACK ANNOUNCE-MENT MODESIt is possible to select two modes, long or short,for the announcement by the system.How to set1. Press SETTING.2.

4. Select “Alternate Command Mode”. A con-firmation message is displayed. Select“Yes”. The indicator illuminates, and Alter-nate Command Mode switches

5. Select the user whose voice is memorizedby the system.6. Select “Start Speaker AdaptationLearning”.7. Select the voice command category to belearne

8. Select the voice command to be learned bythe system. The voice recognition systemstarts.9. The system announces, “Please say acommand”.10. After th

Editing registered itemsIt is possible to edit user names and select learn-ing function settings.1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Others”.3. Select “Voice

6. Select “Setting”. 7. Select an item to edit.Setting items● “Edit User Name”:Edit the user name.● “Delete Voice Data”:Reset the user voice that the

2. The system announces, “Please say acommand”.3. After the tone sounds and the icon on thescreen changes fromto ,speak “Plan View Map”.4. Voice feedb

3. Select “Nearby RESTAURANT”.INFO:The search can be narrowed down by selecting“All Categories or Name” or “ZAGAT” on thisscreen.By selecting “All Cat

3. After the tone sounds and the icon on thescreen changes fromto ,speak “Places”.4. If a route is already set, choose “Near Cur-rent Location”, “Alon

10. Voice feedback will be provided when thecommand is accepted, and the systemstarts calculating a route to the selectedfacility.Example 3: Setting a

4. Speak the name of the state, “California”. 5. Speak the name of the city, “Gardena”. 6. Speak the name of the street, “SouthFigueroa street”.INFO:S

7. Voice feedback will be provided when thecommand is accepted, and the list of streetnames appears.8. After the tone sounds and the icon on thescreen

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10 General system informationFeatures of this navigation system ...10-2Route guidance ...10-2Places of inte

ROUTE GUIDANCEThe main features of the NISSAN NavigationSystem are visual guidance and voice guidancein selected map coverage areas. Utilizing a net-w

AUTOMATIC REROUTEWhen detecting a deviation from the suggestedroute, the NISSAN Navigation System will auto-matically recalculate a new route to thede

DISPLAY OF CURRENT VEHICLELOCATIONThis navigation system combines the data ob-tained from the vehicle (by gyro sensor) and fromGPS (Global Positioning

INFO:The GPS antenna is located on the instrumentpanel inside the vehicle. Do not place anyobjects, especially mobile phones ortransceivers, on the in

1. Select “Start”. 2. Once route guidance is started, the systemnavigates through the guide points using vi-sual and voice guidance.3. When approachin

NOTE:Route guidance provided by the navigationsystem does not take carpool lane drivinginto consideration, especially when car-pool lanes are separate

LNV0517General system information 10-7

INFO:● The vehicle icon may be misaligned whenstarting the vehicle just after starting theengine.● The vehicle icon may also be misaligned if dif-fere

● There may be cases that carpool lanes are in-cluded on a suggested route when the auto-matic rerouting function is activated, even ifthe “Use Time R

– If it is impossible to reach the destinationor waypoints because of trafficregulations, etc.– If the only route to reach the destinationor waypoints

DIRECTIONS PROVIDED AND THEDISTANCES TO GUIDE POINTSDirections will differ, depending on the roadtype.INFO:Distances may vary, depending on the vehicl

Notification of a freeway entrance1. “In about one quarter mile (400 meters)freeway entrance on your right onto (roadnumber and direction).”2. “Freewa

Dark green road:After passing the last turning point on a sug-gested route, voice guidance will announce,“The route to your destination includes roads

● In some cases, voice guidance ends beforearrival at the destination. Refer to the destina-tion icon on the map to reach the destination.● If the sys

● As of January 31, 2009, the XM NavTraffic姞service covers 80 major metropolitan markets.For the most current list of markets covered,please refer to

4. When arriving at the destination, route guid-ance automatically ends.CANCELING A ROUTEDelete a route that is already set according tothe following

HOW TO ORDER MAP DATA UP-DATESTo order updated map data, contact the NISSANNAVIGATION SYSTEM HELPDESK. See thecontact information on the inside front

– In order to avoid a traffic accident,operate the system only when thevehicle is stopped at a safe placeand the parking brake is on.– In order to avo

tion alleging any loss, injury or damages, director indirect, which may result from the use or pos-session of the data or the Data. The licensors, in-

SION OF THIS DATA; OR FOR ANY LOSS OFPROFIT, REVENUE, CONTRACTS ORSAVINGS, OR ANY OTHER DIRECT,INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CON-SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

The display is a liquid crystal display and shouldbe handled with care.WARNINGNever disassemble the display. Someparts utilize extremely high voltage

11 Troubleshooting guideCustomer assistance ...11-2Basic operations ...11-3Vehicle icon...

For assistance or inquiries about the NISSANNavigation System, please contact the NISSANNAVIGATION HELPDESK. See the contact in-formation on the insid

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionNo image is displayed. The brightness is at the lowest setting. Adjust the brightness of the display.The syste

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionNames of roads and locations differ between Planview and Birdview™.This is because the quantity of the display

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionThe GPS indicator on the screen remains gray. GPS signals cannot be received under certain conditions,such as

Table ofContentsIntroductionGetting startedMap settingsSetting a destinationRoute guidanceStoring a location/routeViewing technical informationOther s

HOW TO VIEW MAP SCREENThe navigation system displays various informa-tion on the map screen.Screen information䊐1Vehicle icon:Indicates the current veh

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionWaypoints are not included in the auto reroutecalculation.Waypoints that have been already passed are not incl

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionThe part of the route that the vehicle has already passedis deleted.A route is managed by sections between way

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionVoice guidance is not available. Voice guidance is only available at certain intersectionsmarked with a. In so

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionThe system does not recognize the voice command.orThe system accepts the voice command incorrectly.The interio

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionThe traffic information is not displayed The traffic information is not set to on. Set the traffic information

“MENU” keyStore Location page 6-2Places page 4-7ViewChange View2D Map page 3-11Split: 2D Map page 3-11Birdview (3D) page 3-11Split: Birdview Map page

Map SettingMap Orientation page 3-15Long Range page 3-17Map Color page 3-18Birdview Angle page 3-19Left Split Map Setting page 3-20Show All Freeway Ex

“MENU” keyNew DestStart page 5-3More Routes page 5-2Add/Route Info page 5-4Move Location page 5-6Store Location page 5-6Place Info page 5-7Add to Rout

DEST buttonChange Region page 4-3Street Address page 4-5Places page 4-7Home page 4-15Address Book page 4-17Previous Destinations page 4-18Delete Desti

“Route” keyCancel/Route Info Route page 5-17Edit/Add to Route page 5-18Route Info page 5-25Guidance SettingsGuidance Voice page 5-28Guidance Volume pa

TURNING VOICE GUIDANCEON/OFFVoice guidance can be activated or deactivatedand the volume adjusted.1. Press ROUTE.2. Select “Guidance Settings”.3. Sele

SETTING buttonNavigationAddress Book page 6-2Map View page 3-13Map Icons page 3-21Guidance Settings page 5-28Route Settings page 5-28Traffic Info Sett

Audio page 8-2Phone page 8-2Bluetooth page 8-2Volume & Beeps page 2-23DisplayDisplay Adjustment page 8-3Color Theme page 8-7Clock page 8-18OthersC

INFO buttonWhere am I? page 7-3Traffic Info page 7-4Weather Info page 7-11Map Update page 7-24Navigation Version page 7-25OthersGPS Position page 7-26

12 Index2Dmap...3-2, 3-63Dmap...3-3, 3-7, 10-3AAbout route guidance ...5-8Address book ...10-2A

NNISSAN Voice Recognition ...9-2Notes on voice guidance ...10-13PPlan view ...3-2, 3-6Points Of Interest (POI) director

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1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Volume and Beeps”.3. Select “Guidance Voice”.ADJUSTING VOICE GUIDANCEVOLUMEThe voice guidance volume can be adjusted.1. Pr

4. Adjust the voice guidance volume by touch-ing the “+” or “-” keys.Other settingsThe volume of the voice guidance can also beadjusted according to t

INFO:● For voice recognition system operation re-lated to the phone, audio or vehicle informa-tion systems, refer to the Owner’s Manual ofyour vehicle

2. A list of commands appears on the screen,and the system provides the voice menuprompt “Would you like to access Phone,Navigation, Information, Audi

COMMAND LISTCategory Command:COMMAND ACTIONPhone Operates Phone function.Navigation Operates Navigation function.Information Displays Vehicle Informat

Phone Command:COMMAND ACTIONDial Number Makes a call to a spoken phone number up to 10 digits.Vehicle Phonebook Makes a call to a contact that is stor

General Commands:COMMAND ACTIONGo back Corrects the last recognition result to return to the previous screenExit Cancels Voice RecognitionINFO:Refer t

Voice command examplesTo use the voice recognition function, speakingone command is sometimes sufficient, but atother times it is necessary to speak t

5. Speak the name of the state, “California”. 6. Speak the name of the city, “Gardena”. 7. Voice feedback will be provided when thecommand is accepted

9. Speak the name of the street, “SouthFigueroa street”.INFO:Only the official street names stored in the mapdatabase can be recognized by the system.

13. To confirm the destination location on themap, speak “Show map”. To calculate aroute, speak “Calculate route”.Example 2: Placing a call to the pho

5. Speak “800”. 6. The system announces, “Please say nextthree digits or dial, or say change number”.Speak “662”.7. The system announces, “Please say

8. The system announces, “Dial or ChangeNumber?”. Speak “Dial”.9. The system makes a call to 800-662-6200.INFO:● Speaking “800-662-6200” (10 continuou

2. The system announces, “Would you like toaccess Phone, Navigation, Information, Au-dio or Help?”.3. Speak “Phone”.4. Speak “International Call”. 5.

6. Speak “Dial”. 7. The system makes a call to 011-81-111-222-3333.INFO:Any digit input format is available in the Interna-tional Number input process

3 Map settingsMap types ...3-22Dmap ...3-2Birdview ™ (3D) map...

Two types of map views are available: 2D (PlanView) and 3D (Birdview™).2D MAP2D map displays the map in a 2-dimensional en-vironment similar to a road

䊐4Suggested route:Appears in bold yellow during routeguidance.䊐5/ Direction indicator:Indicates the setting of the map: north al-ways pointing up or t

1 IntroductionHow to use this manual ...1-2For safe operation ...1-2Reference symbols ...

INFO:In the area where the building graphics are notstored in the map data, the normal map is dis-played even when the map is zoomed in.Building footp

OPERATION WITH BUTTONS ONCONTROL PANELThe basic map screen displays the current loca-tion (the position where the vehicle mark islocated). Press MAP t

The operations for moving across the map aredifferent between the 2D and Birdview™ maps.2D MAP1. Touch the screen.Displays the cross pointer, and the

Fine-adjusting the cursor position:1. Touch “Slow”.Displays the 8-directional key.2. Touch the 8-directional key to adjust thecross pointer position.

1. Touch the screen.Displays the cross pointer and 8-directionalkey.2. Touch the direction to move to. The mapcontinues to scroll while the screen ist

1. Touch “ZOOM IN” or “ZOOM OUT” tochange the scale.Voice command1. Pressbutton located on the steeringwheel switch.2. After the tone sounds, speak a

INFO:The traffic information icons are not displayed onthe map screen when the map scale is set to 32miles (64 km) or higher.“Traffic information disp

The map view can be changed between the 2Dand Birdview™ maps. The map can also be dis-played in the split screen mode.1. Select “Map Menu” while the c

3. Select “Change view”.4. Select the preferred map view. The indica-tor of the selected map view illuminates.5. The display automatically returns to

OTHER SETTINGSThe map view can also be set using the followingprocedure.1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Navigation”.3. Select “Map View”.4. Select “Change

This manual uses special words, symbols andicons that are organized by function.Please refer to the following items to understandhow to use this manua

BASIC OPERATION1. Select MAP menu while the current locationmap screen is displayed.2. Select “Map View”. 3. Select “Map Settings”.NMA0022 NMA0023 NMA

4. Select the preferred item.Available setting items● “Map Orientation”:Set the map direction to North up or HeadingUp.“SETTING THE MAP ORIENTA-TION”

1. Select “Map Orientation”. 2. Select the preferred orientation. The indica-tor of the selected map orientationilluminates.3. Press “Map” to return t

INFO:Touching the icon on the map screen can alsochange the direction of the map.Voice command1. Pressbutton located on the steeringwheel switch.2. Af

INFO:While in 2D or split 2D mode, “Long Range” isdisplayed only when “Heading Up” is selected.SETTING THE MAP COLORThe map color can be changed to a

CHANGING THE Birdview™ ANGLEThe Birdview™ angle can be changed. This set-ting is available only in the Birdview™ map or2D/Birdview™ split map.1. Selec

3. Press MAP to return to the current locationmap screen.SETTING THE LEFT SCREEN DIS-PLAYWhen the split screen is displayed, the map set-tings of the

Icons of various categories of locations can bedisplayed on the map.DISPLAYING MAP ICONSMap icons can be displayed or hidden by type.1. Touch “Map Men

3. Select the preferred icon. The icon displaysetting toggles between on and off eachtime the key is touched. The indicator of theselected icon illumi

1. Press SETTING.2. Select “Navigation”.3. Select “Map Icons”.INFO:The map icons are not displayed on the mapscreen when the map scale is set to 1/4 m

● If you notice any foreign objects inthe system hardware, spill liquid onthe system or notice smoke or asmell coming from it, stop using thesystem im

4. Select “Map Scrolling Information”. 5. Select the preferred information item. Theindicator of the selected information itemilluminates.Available in

LNV0545Map settings 3-25

LNV05463-26 Map settings

ROAD COLORThe road types are differentiated by colors.Freeway: Red or Light Red (zoomed in)Main road: Brown or Dark YellowNarrow street: GrayRoad with

3-28 Map settingsMEMO

4 Setting a destinationDestination screen...4-2Basic operation ...4-2Specifying the region

There are several methods available to set adestination. Understand the advantages of eachmethod and select the best method for findingand setting a p

● Intersection:Searches for a destination from intersections.● City Center:Sets the center of a city as the destination.SPECIFYING THE REGIONWhen sett

INFO:● It is also possible to select a region by touch-ing the map on the right side of the screen.● It is not possible to search for a route from the

3. Select the city of the destination from thelist.INFO:In some cases, when a city name has beenentered, the number of matching destinations inthe “Ma

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3. Enter the name of the street. After finishingthe entry, select ⬙List⬙. A list of streets isdisplayed.4. Select the correct street of the destinatio

2. After the tone sounds, speak a command.To set the destination from a street address:“Navigation” “Address” (Standard mode)“Address” (Alternate comm

4. Select the preferred destination from thelist. The position of the selected location isdisplayed in the preview on the right side ofthe screen.INFO

Searching by other methods1. Press DEST.2. Select “Places”.3. Select “All Categories or Name”. 4. Set the narrowing down conditions for thelandmarks.I

INFO:If “Select a City” is selected, a city name inputscreen is displayed. Specify the city to search forbefore narrowing down the categories.● Enter

6. Select the subcategory.INFO:Subcategories may not exist depending on thecategory that is selected.7. Enter the name of the destination facilityand

8. Select the preferred destination from thelist.INFO:● By selecting “Sort”, options can be sortedfrom “By Name” or “By Distance”. When se-lecting “By

3. Select “ZAGAT”. 4. Select the preferred state. A list screen isdisplayed.5. Select the preferred city. A list screen isdisplayed.NDE0027 NDE0028 ND

Searching for a restaurant:1. Select “RESTAURANT”. A list screen isdisplayed.2. Select the preferred category. A list screenis displayed.3. Select the

4. Select the preferred destination facility fromthe list.INFO:● By selecting “Sort”, sorting options can beselected to re-sort the list.● The search

2 Getting startedControl buttons and functions...2-2Control panel ...2-2Steering wheel switch. . .

1. Press DEST.2. Select “Home”.3. A confirmation message is displayed, andthe system sets the home location as thedestination.INFO:If the home locatio

SETTING BY ADDRESS BOOKA location stored in the Address Book can beset as the destination to which the system calcu-lates a route. To utilize this fun

INFO:● Sort by Number:The Address Book entries are displayed in as-cending numerical order.● Sort by Name:The Address Book entries are displayed in al

1. Press DEST.2. Select “Destinations”. A list screen isdisplayed.INFO:By selecting ⬙By Date⬙, the list can be sorted inchronological order. By select

2. After the tone sounds, speak a command.To display the Previous Destinations list:“Navigation” “Previous Destinations” (Stan-dard mode)“Previous Des

4. The previous start point is set as adestination, and the entire route is shown onthe map. Select “Start” after confirming thelocation of the displa

3. Select “Stored Routes”. A list screen isdisplayed.4. Select the preferred route from the list. Theroute to the destination is set.5. The entire rou

SETTING BY PHONE NUMBERIf the telephone number of the facility is available,use this to find the facility by entering thenumber, and then have the sys

4. Enter the telephone number including thearea code.5. After finishing the entry, select “List”.“NUMBER INPUT SCREEN”(page 2-12)6. Displays a list sc

1. Press DEST.2. Select “Next Page”.3. Select “Freeway Entrance/Exit”. A characterinput screen is displayed.4. Enter the name of the freeway.5. After