Clarion NICE User Manual

Clarion Corporation of America 661 West Redondo Beach Blvd. Gardena, California 90247-4201
www.clarion.com
N.I.C.E.
User’s Guide
N.I.C.E. User's Guide
Navigation In-Car Entertainment
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Dear Customer
Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s finest brand in the electronic industry. At Clarion we are committed to quality and are confident that you will be pleased with your purchase.
Clarion’s Navigation In-Car Entertainment system (N.I.C.E.) system provides four products in one:
Exceptional navigation supported by a built-in global positioning system (GPS)
SIRIUS Satellite Radio with 120 channels of information and entertainment (with optional NAVSIR installed)
Connection for a rearview camera, DVD player or video game system
Music player and photo viewer with 10GB of storage for music, such as MP3, and JPEG photo files
N.I.C.E.
The unit’s compact design, 7-inch digital Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) provides high-resolution images that won’t strain the eye. This translates into easy-to-use mapping and control screens. The display doubles as a touchscreen control pad.
N.I.C.E. comes with both car cigarette lighter and regular power adapters so you can use the unit in your car or at home.
Clarion welcomes you to an experience like no other. To learn more about Clarion’s complete line of audio and video products, please visit us at our Website:
www.clarion.co
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User’s Guide

This Guide

If you’re an experienced electronics owner, read “Quick Start” on page 9 to get started quickly.
If you’re new to electronic systems, read this guide carefully.
For installation procedures, check components at the beginning of “Quick Start” on page 9, then see “Installation” on page 26.
To learn how to navigate using the GPS, see “Navigation” on page 33.
Warning
Do not let the N.I.C.E. distract you as you drive. You are responsible for the vehicle. Always drive safely and follow traffic rules. It is not recommended to leave your unit in the vehicle because of the exposure to heat.
FCC Notice
This unit complies with the interference limits relative to a Class B digital device, applicable under Part 15 of the FCC Rules regarding installation in a residential environment. If the unit is not installed in accordance with these instructions, it could cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. If this condition persists after corrective action, consult your dealer or experienced installation facility.

Copyright and Trademarks

This document is copyrighted by Clarion. You may not copy any portion of it without permission.
© 2005 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. “SIRIUS” and the SIRIUS dog logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.
All other names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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Contents
This Guide .................................................. 4
Copyright and Trademarks ......................... 4
1 Quick Start ................................................. 9
Check contents ........................................... 9
Front view ................................................. 10
Back view ................................................. 11
Getting started .......................................... 12
Navigation or entertainment................... 12
Modes of operation................................ 13
Start navigation...................................... 14
Define your destination .......................... 15
Main navigation screen.......................... 16
Sirius Satellite Radio controls ................... 17
Music player controls ................................ 18
Photo viewer controls ............................... 19
Video player controls ................................ 20
Using the remote ...................................... 21
Remote control features ........................ 22
Turning the unit off .................................... 23
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Frequently-asked questions ..................... 23
Navigation.............................................. 23
SIRIUS radio.......................................... 25
Entertainment options............................ 25
2 Installation ........................................ 26
Vehicle Precautions .................................. 26
Install the unit in a vehicle ........................ 26
Connect power ......................................... 27
Connecting the radio receiver ................... 28
Connect to a rearview camera .................. 29
Audio through your car stereo .................. 30
3 Navigation ........................................ 33
How global positioning works ................... 33
Starting navigation .................................... 33
Define your destination ............................. 35
Navigating to a specific address............ 37
Navigating in an unfamiliar city.............. 38
Scrolling through lists............................. 41
Using the onscreen keyboard ................ 42
Pointing to your destination ................... 45
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Traveling to your destination ..................... 47
Visually tracking your route.................... 48
Recovering from a wrong turn................ 48
Controlling automatic recalculation ........ 49
Which way is up..................................... 49
Changing map perspective .................... 50
Zooming in and out ................................ 50
Viewing an intersection close up............ 51
Monitoring signal strength...................... 51
Canceling route guidance ...................... 51
Previewing your journey ............................ 52
Turn simulation on ................................. 52
Define your current location ................... 52
Define your destination .......................... 53
Backing up safely ...................................... 54
Precautions............................................ 54
Backing up procedure............................ 54
Updating the address book ....................... 55
Adding an address................................. 55
Adding/editing/deleting addresses ......... 57
Listening to the radio while navigating ...... 60
User’s Guide
Playing music while navigating ................. 61
Traveling with N.I.C.E. .............................. 62
4 Customizing ......................................63
Changing screen brightness ..................... 63
Setting the speaker volume ...................... 65
Customizing navigation ............................. 66
Accessing preferences........................... 66
Maximizing space for the map ............... 68
Shortest time or shortest distance ......... 69
Avoiding interstates and toll roads......... 69
Changing the language.......................... 70
Changing distance units......................... 71
Defining position using lists.................... 72
Defining position by pointing.................. 72
Turning voice guidance on and off......... 73
5 SIRIUS Satellite Radio .....................74
How satellite radio works .......................... 75
Getting started .......................................... 76
Note your ID number.............................. 76
Activate the radio service....................... 78
Antenna Aiming ........................................ 78
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Basic Operations ...................................... 79
Direct tuning by channel ........................... 80
Tuning by category ................................... 81
Tuning by previewing ................................ 81
Previewing by category.......................... 81
Previewing all channels ......................... 82
Tuning by favorites ................................... 82
Storing favorites..................................... 82
Direct tuning by band and preset........... 83
Tuning by preset number....................... 83
Tuning by preset list............................... 84
Searching for favorites .............................. 84
Storing favorite information.................... 84
Finding favorites .................................... 85
Viewing stored favorite information........ 85
Deleting one stored favorite................... 85
Deleting all stored favorites ................... 85
Parental control features .......................... 86
Skipping channels .................................... 87
Accessing skipped channels.................. 88
Restoring a skipped channel ................. 88
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Locking out certain channels .................... 89
Locking a channel.................................. 89
Accessing locked channels.................... 91
Restoring a locked channel ................... 91
Changing the lock code ......................... 92
Resetting factory defaults ......................... 93
6 Music modes .................................... 95
Playing music ........................................... 95
Supported formats ................................. 95
Portable music storage.......................... 95
Configuring music playback ...................... 96
7 Video mode ...................................... 98
Video options ............................................ 98
Supported format................................... 98
Playing a movie or game .......................... 98
Connect to the player............................. 99
Viewing a movie or playing a game....... 99
Backing up with the camera ................... 100
Viewing a slide show .............................. 100
Photo storage ...................................... 101
Showing slides..................................... 101
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8 Care and updating .........................103
Cleaning the unit ..................................... 103
Updating the map database .................... 103
Copying files ........................................... 103
Removing the unit................................ 104
Connecting to your PC......................... 105
Copying files ........................................ 106
Disconnecting from the PC .................. 109
Deleting photo and music files ................ 110
Updating the firmware ............................. 111
Troubleshooting ...................................... 113
9 Reference ........................................117
Modes ..................................................... 117
Mode buttons ....................................... 117
Mode grid............................................. 117
Navigation reference ............................... 118
Onscreen buttons................................. 118
Start Route Guidance .......................... 120
Edit Address Book ............................... 122
Navigation Setup.................................. 122
Set Volume Level................................. 124
Set Language....................................... 124
SIRIUS satellite radio reference ............. 126
Music reference ...................................... 128
Photo reference ...................................... 128
Video reference ...................................... 129
Setup reference ...................................... 129
Specifications .......................................... 130
10 Limited Warranty Information .......145
7" TFT LCD NAVIGATION SYSTEM
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1. Quick Start
On-glass mounting bracket
N.I.C.E.

Check contents

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
READY
POWER
Also included: this guide and a packet of four screws
7" TFT LCD NAVIGATION SYSTEM
MUSIC
VIDEO
SIRIUS
NAVI
Remote controlMain unit
Audio/video cableHome power cord and adapter Camera input cable
Vehicle power cord
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Carrying bag
7" TFT LCD NAVIGATION SYSTEM
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Front view

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Displays maps and entertainment
SIRIUS
Accesses Satellite radio
NAVI
Accesses navigation using the built-in GPS
POWER
Turns the power on and off
Chapter 1: Quick Start
Onscreen buttons, F1-F6
The functions of these six buttons change depending on the mode the unit is in
VIDEO
Used when backing up vehicles equipped with a rearview camera and for video playback
MUSIC
Plays music files
Infrared sensor
Communicates with your remote control
20GB hard disk drive
Located inside the unit: 10GB used to store maps and 10GB for photos and music
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Back view

VIDEO IN
Connects to rearview camera
AUDIO OUT
Connects to the stereo AUX input on a vehicle stereo system. To connect without cable, see “Audio through your car stereo” on page 30
EXT. I/O
Connects to Clarion’s NAVSIR SIRIUS Satellite Radio interface
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GPS antenna
Rotates at 90 degree angle to unit to improve GPS signal reception
USB 1.1 (HOST)
Directly receives memory stick or connects to extension cable for a portable memory storage
A/V IN (RCA input)
Connects to external video source, such as DVD player, camera or video game system
device; port supports playback/viewing only; you cannot transfer files from or to device
USB 2.0 (DEVICE)
Connects to computer for downloading updated maps, photos and music files; can transfer to and from unit
DC IN
Connects to power cable
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Chapter 1: Quick Start

Getting started

1. Press the POWER button.
The Clarion logo appears; if the speaker is on you hear two beeps, and the navigation caution screen appears after a brief pause.
2. Read the caution and press the Press-to-accept button.
Note
Press onscreen buttons firmly and slowly for best performance.
You’re ready to use the N.I.C.E. as a navigation tool and entertainment center.

Navigation or entertainment

The mode button looks like a
toolbox.
Note
The mode button is button F6 in navigation mode. In the other modes, it appears in the upper left corner of the screen.
Pressing this button displays a grid of features from which you can select NAVIGATION, SIRIUS (radio), MUSIC, PHOTO, VIDEO and SETUP.
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Modes of operation

NAVIGATION
Corresponds to the NAVI button below the LCD and launches navigation mode. For details, see “Navigation” on page 33.
PHOTO
Launches photo viewing mode. For details, see “Video mode” on page 98.
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VIDEO
Corresponds to the VIDEO button and launches video mode. For details, see “Video mode” on page 98.
SETUP
Provides access to three configuration options. For a complete summary of details, see “Setup reference” on page 129.
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SIRIUS
Corresponds to button of the same name and launches satellite radio mode. For details, see “SIRIUS Satellite Radio” on page 74.
MUSIC
Corresponds to button of the same name and launches music mode. For details, see “Playing music” on page 95.
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Start navigation

Satellite
Green when satellite found; light green when signal is weak; gray when satellite not found
Display area
Used to view maps and navigation menus.
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Navigation button (F3) Start navigation here
NOTE: The big step numbers in this example shows how to begin defining the destination by defining the state first. You can also define a destination by point of interest or by pointing at the map. See “Navigation” on page 33.
Exit button (F1)
Cancels current
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Define your destination

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Page up (F2) and Page down (F4)
Move backward and forward through up to four items at a time in a list
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Keyboard button (F5)
Displays onscreen keyboard for finding names easily
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Back button (F6)
Returns to the previous menu
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Main navigation screen

Next maneuver
Shows next turn you will make
Pointer
Indicates current location on map
Compass
Indicates current direction of movement or location of north
Scale
Indicates current map scale
ZOOM (F1 and F2)
Enlarges and reduces map
Route
Highlighted in magenta
Next intersection
Pops up as you approach next intersection
Chapter 1: Quick Start
Map view (F4)
Alternates among 2D, 3D and split-screen map views
Next location
Where you’ll be after you make the next maneuver
Speaker button (F5)
Repeats verbal guidance for next maneuver
Distance to next maneuver
Remaining distance to destination
Status bar
Displays current location
Mode button (F6)
Displays grid of features; see “Modes of operation” on page 13
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Sirius Satellite Radio controls

Current mode
Mode button
Opens the menu grid
Channel indicator
Identifies the channel
Band or preset indicator
Way to group favorite channels
Channel buttons
Moves to the previous and next channels
Keypad buttons
Jump directly to a channel or preset; hold to store preset
MENU
Displays options menu
Category previous and next
Moves to previous and next categories
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BAND
Switches among bands A, B and C, each with 10 preset channels; hold to tune by preset
Volume up and down Adjusts internal speaker volume
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MEMO (memory)
Stores up to 20 artist, song title combinations; hold to recall stored information
DISP (display)
Hold to display list of channels
Signal strength meter
Shows strength of SIRIUS satellite signal
Artist, composer, title
Display in two lines
Channel name
Category name
Content group
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Music player controls

Portable memory storage button
Displays contents of a portable memory storage device connected to the USB 1.1 port
Mode button
Opens the menu grid
Pause Stop Back
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Folder button
Displays music folders
to start
Forward to end
Mute Volume up
and down
Music mode button
Alternates among playback options: normal, repeat, repeat folder and random
NOTE: If playing music on a portable memory storage device, you can only play; you cannot transfer files to or
from the device. Scroll up and down
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Photo viewer controls

Portable memory storage button
Displays contents of a portable memory storage device connected to the USB 1.1 port
NOTE: You can only view photos on a portable memory storage device; you cannot transfer them to or from it
Mode button
Opens the menu grid
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Full-screen button
Enlarges photo to fill screen; touch the screen to return to photo default size
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Previous and next buttons
Display the previous and next photo
Slide show button
Starts slide show
NOTE: You can only view photes that are 1MB or smaller in size
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Video player controls

ull-screen button
nlarges image to fill the screen; touch the
creen to return to photo default size
ode button
pens menu grid
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Audio/Video input
Displays input from DVD or video game system
NOTE: Unit disables video playback when vehicle is in motion
Rearview camera
Displays video input
from camera
mounted at back of
vehicle
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Using the remote

The wireless remote control supplied with N.I.C.E. operates most features from a remote location. The buttons on the remote control function the same way their equivalents do on the unit.
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For optimal operation, always aim the remote control toward the infrared sensor on the N.I.C.E. front panel.
Infrared sensor
Front of N.I.C.E.
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Remote control features

BAND switches among bands A, B and C (10 preset channels each); press and hold activates preset tuning
Accesses menu options
Turns power on and off
Cancels current operation
Scrolls radio channels in ascending order
Scrolls radio channels in descending order
Confirms menu, list and direct channel selection
Direction arrows move pointer on map
Correspond to six onscreen buttons. Button functions change depending on screen
Selects channel when followed by a 3-digit number within 4 seconds; if less than 3 digits, press 1 or 2 digits, then ENTER
Returns to previous menu
Mode button: opens the menu grid
Captures and stores current program information
Chooses one of several ways to display channel name, artist and song title
Accesses categories in ascending order
Accesses categories in descending order
Increases volume Decreases volume Music playback buttons
Mutes all sound
Directly enter and recall radio channel numbers
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Turning the unit off

Press the POWER button. The unit stores the current mode and turns off.
When you turn the power on again, the unit returns to the mode you were in when you powered off.

Frequently-asked questions

The questions in this section are often asked by people who are learning to use N.I.C.E. For troubleshooting help, see “Troubleshooting” on page 113.

Navigation

Can I review the planned route without actually driving it?
• Yes. In Setup, Navigation Preferences, press Simulation Off to change it to Simulation On. When you define your destination, the unit simulates the route independent of the GPS.
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I don’t like to drive on freeways (interstates). Can N.I.C.E. calculate a route without going on the freeway?
• Yes. In Setup, Navigation Preferences, press Avoid Freeway No to change it to Avoid Freeway Yes.
I don’t like toll roads. Can N.I.C.E. calculate a route that avoids toll roads?
• Yes. In Setup, Navigation Preferences, press Toll Yes to change it to Toll No.
Can N.I.C.E. calculate a route that may be a little out of the way, but that may save time?
• N.I.C.E. assumes that going by interstate is faster than going by normal roads. In Setup, Navigation Preferences, change Shortest Distance to Shortest Time and the unit will route you via interstate if one is nearby.
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Can I get rid of all the information icons and boxes so I can see more of the map?
• Yes. In Setup, Display Options, press GPS Icon Display, Status Bar Display, etc. to turn them off.
Can I hear the voice announcing the next maneuver again?
• Yes. While traveling in the direction of the next maneuver, press the speaker button (F5).
Can I find out what road I am currently on?
• The unit displays your current location in a status box at the bottom of the screen.
Can I tell how far it is to the next maneuver?
• The voice guidance announces the distance to the next maneuver well before you get there, if voice guidance is on. A box in the upper right of the screen constantly updates this distance.
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Does the unit show me how many miles are left to the destination?
• Yes. The unit displays miles (or kilometers) remaining in the box at the lower right of the screen.
What is the yellow arrow in the upper left of the screen?
• This arrow indicates the next maneuver.
Why does the map always display north at the top? I want the top of the map to show the direction I’m traveling.
• In Setup, Navigation Preferences, press North Up to change it to Heading Up. This changes the map orientation so that the direction you are heading is at the top of the map.
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SIRIUS radio

Can I listen to SIRIUS satellite radio while I navigate?
• Yes. While in navigation mode, press SIRIUS and the unit overlays the top portion of the screen with the SIRIUS controls. Voice guidance always overrides the radio.
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Entertainment options

Can I play music files while I navigate?
• Yes. While in navigation mode, press MUSIC and, as with the radio, the unit overlays the top portion of the screen with the MUSIC controls. Voice guidance overrides the music.
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7"
TFT LCD NAVIGA
TION SYSTEM
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Chapter 2: Installation
2. Installation
This chapter explains how to install the unit in a vehicle and use it at home.

Vehicle Precautions

Follow these precautions to avoid serious auto accident or personal injury:
Do not mount the N.I.C.E. where it will block your view through the windshield or your view of dashboard indicators and displays.
Do not mount the N.I.C.E. where it might obstruct the operation of a safety device, such as air bags, etc.

Install the unit in a vehicle

1. Using the screws supplied, mount the N.I.C.E. onto the on-glass mounting bracket.
Suction cup
Latch
Compression button
Adjustment knobs
On-glass mounting bracket
N.I.C.E. unit
On-glass mounting bracket and unit
READY
POWER
7" TFT LCD NAVIGATION SYSTEM
MUSIC
VIDEO
SIRIUS
NAVI
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2. Place the on-glass mounting bracket in position with the suction cup touching the glass.
Make sure it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road from any angle, but still has a direct path through the windshield to the GPS satellite. If you are not sure consult a professional installer for help.
3. Press and hold the compression button.
4. While holding the compression button, lift the latch towards the compression button until it locks in place.
5. Adjust the position of the unit using the adjustment knobs.
6. You may extend the unit’s GPS antenna by lifting it to a 90 degree angle with the unit or leave it as is and extend it later if the GPS signal is weak.
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Connect power

1. Plug the vehicle power cord into the DC IN socket on the unit.
DC IN socket
Vehicle power cord
Plug into cigarette lighter
Power connection
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2. Plug the other end of the cord into the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle.
3. Turn the power on and your ready to use N.I.C.E. for navigation.
Chapter 2: Installation

Connecting the radio receiver

If you also have the NAVSIR satellite radio receiver installed, follow these steps to connect it to the N.I.C.E.
1. Connect one end of the NAVSIR cable to the external I/O port on the back of the N.I.C.E.
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External I/O port
*Cable not included
NAVSIR connection
2. Connect the other end to the NAVSIR.
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See the NAVSIR documentation for where to connect this cable.
Note
NAVSIR receives power through the N.I.C.E.
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Connect to a rearview camera

If your vehicle is equipped with a rearview camera for backing up, connect the camera to the N.I.C.E.:
Reverse positive trigger
Camera video input
Camera connection
For connecting to the reverse gear, consult a professional installer.
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Chapter 2: Installation

Audio through your car stereo

As the N.I.C.E. is a portable device and designed to travel with you, it comes with its own internal speaker.
N.I.C.E. mounted in your car
Car radio
Car
stereo
speaker
How the FM transmitter works
While riding in a vehicle, the unit’s built-in FM transmitter can send audio output from the N.I.C.E. through your vehicle’s radio antenna to its stereo system.
Audio signal
Antenna
Car
stereo
speaker
Follow these steps to activate the FM transmitter:
1. Press the onscreen mode button (F6 in navigation mode).
2. Press SETUP on the menu grid.
N.I.C.E. SETUP button
Menu grid
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1. The Unit displays the SETUP menu.
FM frequency and internal speaker button
N.I.C.E. SETUP menu
2. Press the FM Frequency and Internal Speaker button.
The unit displays the FM Frequencies and Internal Speaker menu.
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3. Press FM Transmitter on the touch-sensitive screen.
The unit displays a list of frequencies.
Mode button
FM Frequencies List
Although the unit will work on a frequency that is transmitting a radio station, some interference may occur. For best performance,
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