Nissan Altima 2008, Altima Sedan 2008, Altima Coupe 2008 User Manual
FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing a NISSAN automobile.
This user’s manual is for the Altima navigation
system only. This manual contains operating instructions for the NISSAN Navigation System
offered in your NISSAN Altima.
Please read this manual carefully to help ensure
safe operation of the navigation system.
● 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.
● Do not remove this manual from the vehicle
when selling this vehicle. The next user of this
navigation system may need the manual.
Table of
Introduction
1
Contents
Getting started
Map settings
Setting a destination
Route guidance
Storing a location/route
Viewing technical information
Other settings
Voice recognition
General system information
Troubleshooting guide
Index
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1 Introduction
How to use this manual ............................1-2
For safe operation .................................1-2
Reference symbols ................................1-2
Safety information .................................1-3
Laser product .....................................1-3
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL FOR SAFE OPERATION REFERENCE SYMBOLS
This manual uses special words, symbols and
icons, organized by function.
Please refer to the following items and familiarize
yourself with them.
Basic operations of the navigation system can
be performed in a similar manner for all vehicle
models. However, the map screen and setting
screen may be different for each model. Set the
navigation system as appropriate for your
vehicle.
WARNING
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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 and maximize the performance of
your vehicle. If ignored, it may lead to a
malfunction or poor performance.
INFO:
This indicates information that is necessary for
efficient use of your vehicle or accessories.
Reference page:
This indicates the title and page that you should
refer to.
MAP:
This is an example of how a button on the control
panel will be shown.
“Route”:
This is an example of a key/item displayed on the
screen.
Voice Command:
This indicates an operation by voice command.
1-2 Introduction
SAFETY INFORMATION LASER PRODUCT
This system is primarily designed to help you
reach your destination, and it alsoperforms 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.
WARNING
m
● When the driver wants to operate the
navigation system, first park the vehicle in a safe location and set the
parking brake. Operating the system
while driving can distract the driver
and may result in a serious accident.
● Do not rely on route guidance alone.
Always be sure that all driving maneuvers are legal and safe in order to
avoid accidents.
● 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 malfunctions such as a frozen
screen or the lack of sound. Continued use of the system may result in
accidents, fire or electrical shock.
● If you notice any foreign objects in
the system hardware, spill liquid on
the system or notice smoke or a
smell coming from it, stop using the
system immediately and contact a
NISSAN dealer. Ignoring such conditions may lead to accidents, fire or
electrical shock.
CAUTION
● Do not keep the navigation system
running with the engine stopped. Doing so may discharge the vehicle
battery. When you use the navigation
system, always keep the engine
running.
● Some states/provinces may have
laws limiting the use of video
screens while driving. Use this system only where it is legal to do so.
This navigation system is certified as a Class 1
laser product.
The navigation system complies with DHHS
Rules 21 CFR Chapter 1, Subchapter J.
WARNING
m
● 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.
Introduction 1-3
MEMO
1-4 Introduction
2 Getting started
Control buttons and functions.......................2-2
Control panel ..................................2-2
Steering wheel switch...........................2-3
Start-up screen ...................................2-4
Menu screen types and how to operate ..............2-5
Menu screens and their purposes ................2-5
Using controls to adjust values, levels, etc. ........2-8
Map menu screen ..............................2-9
Start menu....................................2-10
Functions disabled while driving....................2-12
Operating maps ..................................2-13
How to view a map screen......................2-13
Map screen types .............................2-14
Switching map view ...........................2-15
Moving around within a map ....................2-16
Changing the scale of a map....................2-17
Storing your home location/address ................2-18
How to store your home........................2-18
Character (letter and number) input screen .......2-22
Phone number input screen.....................2-23
List screen....................................2-25
Setting a destination ..............................2-26
Searching for a destination .....................2-26
Starting route guidance ........................2-29
Deleting a route ...............................2-30
Setting the voice guidance ........................2-31
Turning voice guidance on/off...................2-31
Adjusting voice guidance volume ................2-33
Voice recognition.................................2-34
NISSAN voice recognition ......................2-34
Basic voice control ............................2-34
Voice command examples ......................2-36
CONTROL BUTTONS AND FUNCTIONS
CONTROL PANEL
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1
2
3
DAY/NIGHT:
Press to switch between the day screen
(bright) and the night screen (dark).
TILT:
Press and hold to access the DVD-ROM
drive to remove or install the map
DVD-ROM.
INFO:
Press to access system information.
4
SETUP:
h
Press to access system settings.
5
MAP:
h
Press to display the current location map
screen.
6
DEST:
h
Press to enter a destination. Various methods for entering a destination are available.
“4. Setting a destination”.
Additional keys/items may appear on the touchscreen after pressing one of the above control
panel buttons. For additional information, see the
following sections.
“MENU”:
Touch to store a location or change settings on
the current location map screen.
“Route”:
Touch to access guidance control functions
(guidance cancellation, route priority, waypoint
setting on the route, etc.).
“ZOOM IN”, “ZOOM OUT”:
Touch to change the map scale.
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5
6
:
Press to start the voice recognition mode.
Press and hold for 2 seconds to cancel
voice commands when in the voice recognition mode.
:
Use to enable BluetoothT Hands-Free
Phone. For additional information, see the
Owner’s Manual.
STEERING WHEEL SWITCH
1
SOURCE :
h
Use to switch the audio mode (source). For
additional information, see the Owner’s
Manual.
2
ENTER :
h
Move up or down to highlight an item on the
screen, etc. Then press to select the highlighted item.
h
h
3
4
:
Press this button during a setting operation
to return to the previous screen. In certain
screens, this button can also be used to apply the setting. This button will only work
when the “Back” key is shown on the
screen.
–or+:
Use to adjust the volume. These buttons
have the same function as that of the volume
knob. For additional information, see the
Owner’s Manual.
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START-UP SCREEN
1. The navigation system starts when the igni-
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tion switch is placed in the ACC or ON
position.
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2. As the start-up screen is displayed, read the
precautions carefully, and touch the “I
agree” key.
INFO:
If you do not touch the “I agree” key or push the
ENTER button on the steering wheel in less than
30 seconds while the precaution is on the
screen, the audio or off screen will be displayed.
Press the DEST, MAP, INFO, SETUP or
button to return to the start-up screen.
MENU SCREEN TYPES AND HOW TO
OPERATE
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MENU SCREENS AND THEIR PURPOSES
Press the DEST, ROUTE, INFO, or
SETUP button to display the corresponding
menu screen.
How to select a menu item
Example: DEST button
There are two ways to select keys or items on
the touch-screen.
1
To select the preferred menu item, touch the
h
key on the screen or
2
Push the up or down button on the steering
h
wheel switch. An item is highlighted
accordingly, then press the ENTER button
to select it.
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Using the touch-screen
Example: DEST screen
1. To select the preferred menu item, touch the
key on the screen.
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2. Depending on the item selected, a detailed
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menu screen, a character input screen or a
setting screen, etc. is displayed. On the
screen displayed, make adjustments, input
information, etc. accordingly.
3. Touch the “
previous screen without applying any
changes.
Using the steering wheel switches
Example: DEST screen
1. To select the preferred menu item, push the
up or down button on the steering wheel
switches. After an item is highlighted, push
the ENTER button on the steering wheel
switches to select it.
Back” key to return to the
2. Depending on the item selected, a detailed
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menu screen, a character input screen or a
setting screen, etc. is displayed. On the
screen displayed, make adjustments, and
input information, etc. accordingly.
3. Press the
button on the steering
wheel switches to return to the previous
screen without applying any changes.
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USING CONTROLS TO ADJUST
VALUES, LEVELS, ETC.
Touch the keys on the screen or use the steering
wheel switches to adjust the volume of the guidance volume, phone ringer vol., etc.
How to adjust
1
Touch the “–” or “+” key on the screen. The
h
bars of the corresponding adjustment item
changes.
2
Use the steering wheel switches by pushing
h
up or down to select/highlight the item and
then pressing the ENTER button. The value
or bar indicating levels increases or decreases accordingly.
Touch the “Back” key on the touch-screen or
the
to apply the setting.
button on the steering wheel switches
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MAP MENU SCREEN
Touch the “MENU”key while the current location
map screen or a scrolled map screen is
displayed, to display the menu corresponding to
that screen.
This menu allows you to quickly use helpful
functions, such as storing a location easily and
searching for nearby facilities.
To select a menu item, use the method described in “Menu screen types and how to operate” earlier in this section.
Current location map screen
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If the “MENU” key is touched while the current
location map screen is displayed, the following
options are available.
● Store Location:
Allows you to store the current vehicle location in the Address Book. The stored location
can be retrieved as necessary to set it as a
destination (waypoint).
“STORING A LOCATION”
(page 6-2)
● Nearby Places:
Allows you to search for facilities near the current vehicle location, such as restaurants and
gas stations, etc.
“SETTING A NEARBY PLACE”
(page 4-35)
● Map View:
Switches the map type. It is used to switch
between the 2D Plan View and the 3D
Birdview™.
“SWITCHING THE MAP VIEW”
(page 3-4)
● Landmark Icons:
Allows you to display facility icons near the
current vehicle location on the map, such as
restaurants and gas stations, etc.
“DISPLAY LANDMARK ICONS”
(page 3-16)
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Scrolled location map screen
If the “MENU” key is touched while a scrolled
map screen is displayed, the following options
are available.
● New Dest:
Allows you to scroll through the map and use
the cursor location to set a destination. If a
destination is already set, the old destination
will be deleted and the new location will be
set as the destination.
“SETTING FROM MAP”
(page 4-13)
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● Add to Route:
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Allows you to set the cursor location as the
destination or a waypoint.
This is available only when the suggested
route is already set.
“SETTING A DESTINATION OR
WAYPOINT” (page 5-15)
● Nearby Places:
Allows you to search for a facility near the location where you scrolled to and set it as a
destination or waypoint. Use the same search
method as the one for Points Of Interest
(POI).
“SETTING A NEARBY PLACE”
(page 4-35)
● Store Location:
Allows you to store the location where you
scrolled to in the Address Book. The stored
location can be retrieved to set it as a destination or waypoint.
“STORING A LOCATION”
(page 6-2)
● Delete:
Allows you to delete a stored location, destination or waypoint. To delete it, place the
cross pointer over the corresponding icon.
START MENU
The start menu can be displayed using the steering wheel switch.
1. Press the ENTER button on the steering
wheel switch.
2. Touch the key on the screen or highlight the
preferred item and press the ENTER button.
INFO:
The ENTER button on the steering wheel switch
can be used to display the start menu only when
the map screen is displayed.
Available items
● Home:
Displays the current home location map
screen if it has been set and calculates a
route home.
“4. Setting a destination”
● Address Book:
Displays the address book screen. It is the
same screen that appears when the DEST
button is pressed and the “Address Book” key
is selected.
“4. Setting a destination”
● Nearby Places:
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Displays the nearby places screen. It is the
same screen that appears when the DEST
button is pressed and the “Nearby Places”
key is selected.
“4. Setting a destination”
● Previous Destinations:
Displays the previous destinations screen. It is
the same screen that appears when the DEST
button is pressed and the “Previous Destinations” key is selected.
“4. Setting a destination”
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● Cancel Route Guidance:
Cancels the current guided route.
FUNCTIONS DISABLED WHILE DRIVING
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Not all features can be manually operated while
the vehicle is in motion. The text for these restricted features turn from white to gray and can-
not be selected. Alternatively, the voice recogni-
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tion system may have a related command that
can be used at any time.
In some cases, certain text will not be displayed
on the screen.
Park the vehicle in a safe location and then operate the navigation system.
OPERATING MAPS
HOW TO VIEW A MAP SCREEN
The navigation system displays various information on the map screen.
Screen information
h
1
Arrow and distance:
Appears on the upper left corner of the
screen when the suggested route is set.
Indicates the distance to the next guide
point and the turning direction at that guide
point. The system can be set to not display
this item.
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h
h
h
2
3
4
5
Vehicle icon:
Indicates the current vehicle location and
the direction of travel.
Guide point:
Indicates a guide point on the route.
Route:
Touch this key to access the route settings.
Menu:
Touch this key to access the map menu or
the map scroll menu.
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10
h
● Roads with a width of 10 ft (3 m) or less may
● The system may require a long time for
/ Direction indicator:
Indicates the direction of the map. Touch
this key to switch the orientation of the map.
Scale indicator:
Indicates the scale of the map.
Remaining time and distance to
the destination:
Indicates the remaining time and distance
to the destination.
Suggested route:
Appears in bold yellow during route
guidance.
Voice:
Touch this key to repeat the voice guidance.
INFO:
not be displayed on the map.
positioning. This is not a malfunction.
MAP SCREEN TYPES
Two types of map views are available: 2D Plan
View and 3D Birdview™.
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Plan View
Plan View displays the map in a 2-dimensional
environment similar to a road map.
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Birdview™
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Birdview™ displays the view from an elevated
perspective. In Birdview™, it is easy to recognize
an image of the route because it provides a panoramic view over a long distance.
SWITCHING MAP VIEW
1. Touch the “MENU” key while the current location map screen is displayed.
2. Touch the “Map View” key.
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3. Touch the “2D” key for Plan View or touch
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the “3D” key for Birdview™. The indicator of
the selected map view illuminates.
“SWITCHING THE MAP VIEW”(page 3-4)
4. Touch the “Back” key or the MAP button to
return to the current location map screen.
INFO:
● When you select a map view, a preview of that
view is displayed on the right side of the
screen.
● You can also switch the map view using the
following procedure.
1. Press the SETUP button.
2. Touch the “Navigation” key.
3. Touch the “Map View” key.
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MOVING AROUND WITHIN A MAP
You can manually move across the map to view
the surrounding areas or a preferred location.
1. Touch the touch-screen in the direction that
you want to move across the map. Touch
and hold down on the touch-screen to continuously move across the map in that
direction. Once you start moving on the
map, the cross pointer appears.
2. Returning to the current location map
screen
Press the MAP button or “Back” key to return to the current location map screen, and
the cross pointer disappears.
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CHANGING THE SCALE OF A MAP
Touch the “ZOOM IN”or “ZOOM OUT” key. The
scale numbers change on the screen.
To view the map in detail, touch “ZOOM IN” key.
To view a wider area, touch “ZOOM OUT” key.
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STORING YOUR HOME
LOCATION/ADDRESS
HOW TO STORE YOUR HOME
If your home location is already stored in the Address Book, it can be easily retrieved to set the
route to your home.
The procedure to store your home location is
similar as the one for storing a location.
“4. Setting a destination”
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Example 1 , the procedure for storing your
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home location.
1. Press the DEST button.
2. Touch the “Home (Add New)” key.
INFO:
If you have already stored your home this button
may not appear.
INFO:
When you touch the “Home (Add New)” key, a
confirmation message is displayed.
3. Choose a way to find your home address.
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For example, touch the “Street Address”
key. A character input screen is displayed.
4. Enter your home information. A list screen is
displayed.
5. Touch the preferred home address key from
the list.
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6. Your home is displayed at the center of the
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map. If the location is correct touch the
“OK” key.
A confirmation message is displayed, and the
system sets your home as the destination.
Example 2 ; the procedure for storing your
home location by searching for a destination by address is described here.
1. Press the DEST button.
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2. Touch the “Address Book” key. 3. Touch the “Home Location (Add New)” key.
4. Touch the “Street Address” key. 5. Enter the address of your home and touch
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the “OK” key. Depending on what screen
you are at another character input screen
may appear.
“SETTING A STREET ADDRESS” (page 4-4)
6. A list of possible locations may appear.
Touch the correct key that corresponds to
your home.
7. A message is displayed and your home location is stored.
You can edit the home location information
or move its location. The home icon is displayed on the map.
INFO:
You can also perform the same setting by pressing the SETUP button and touching the “Navigation” key.
“STORING A LOCATION BY
SEARCHING” (page 6-2)
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CHARACTER (letter and number) INPUT SCREEN
You will have to enter alphanumeric characters
when setting a destination, searching for a facility or editing the stored locations, etc.
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1. Use the touch-screen or steering wheel
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switches.
2. Touch one of the character keys on the
touch-screen or use the steering wheel
switch to highlight the correct character
then press the ENTER button. The character is entered.
3. Touch the “Delete” key to delete the last
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character entered.
INFO:
Touch and hold the “Delete” key for approximately 2 seconds, to delete all characters
entered.
Touch the “Space”key to enter a space.
4. After finishing the entry, touch the “OK” key.
It may bring you to another character input
screen depending on what step or screen
you are on.
INFO:
You can touch the “Back” key to return to the
previous screen.
PHONE NUMBER INPUT SCREEN
You can enter a phone number as a search
method to look for a business or facility.
INFO:
Only the locations included in the database in
the map DVD-ROM can be searched by the
phone number.
1. Touch the number keys on the touch-screen
or use the steering wheel switches to input
the numbers.
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2. The numbers are entered on the screen. 3. Touch the “Delete” key to delete the last
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number entered.
INFO:
Touch and hold the “Delete” key for approximately 2 seconds, to delete all numbers entered.
Touch the “Back” key to delete all the numbers
entered and return to the previous screen.
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4. After finishing the entry, touch the “OK” key.
INFO:
You can touch the “Back” key to return to the
previous screen at any time.
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