3-292-494-11 (1)
Personal Navigation System
Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual
US
NV-U83T
NV-U73T
© 2008 Sony Corporation
Using the manuals
The following manuals are included with the
unit.
Before installing or operating the unit, read these
manuals thoroughly and retain them for future
reference.
• Read This First
Contains instructions on how to install the unit
in your car, the location of controls, and the
featured navigation operations.
• Before You Use
Contains important notices to be read prior to
use, including warnings, specifications, and
troubleshooting instructions.
• Quick Guide for Bluetooth Hands-free
Calling (NV-U83T only)
Contains instructions on Bluetooth function
basic operations.
• Instruction Manual (PDF) (this manual)
Contains descriptions of all functions.
Notes on this manual
• This manual contains instructions for the NVU83T and U73T.
– NV-U83T is the model used for illustration
and screenshot purposes.
– Available functions such as POSITION plus
or Bluetooth differ depending on the model.
Check your model name and refer to the
different indications in each section of this
manual.
• Illustrations and screenshots in this manual
may differ from the actual device.
2
3
Table of Contents
Basic Operations 6
Menu operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Gesture Command operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Keyboard operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Navigation 8
Checking the GPS status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Route searching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Address search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Home search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
POI search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Intersection search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
City center search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Recent destinations search. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Address book search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Favorites search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Option menu in the address/POI
confirmation display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Map operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Indications on the map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Map scrolling mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using the map tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Route planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Creating a new itinerary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Option menu for route planning . . . . . . . . .15
Adding an interim destination to the
current route. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Skipping the current destination . . . . . . . . .16
Route confirmation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Viewing the turn-by-turn list. . . . . . . . . . . .16
Viewing the entire route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
TMC information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Checking traffic information . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Selecting the traffic information type . . . . .18
Destination management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Recent destinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Address book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Bluetooth Function
(NV-U83T only) 19
Activating the Bluetooth signal. . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Pairing with a cellphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Searching from this unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Searching from a cellphone . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting to a cellphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Dialing a phone number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the list of recent calls . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the phone book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using preset numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Other ways to make calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Receiving calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Operations during a call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Showing the map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Transferring the current call to a
cellphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Entering numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Ending a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Call data management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Recent calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Phone book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Settings 24
Address book settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
General settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Map settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Route profile settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Guidance settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Traffic Information settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Phone settings (NV-U83T only) . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4
Using the Supplied Software 28
System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Installing the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Connecting the unit to your computer . . . . . . . 28
Starting the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Guidance voice data management. . . . . . . . . . 29
Map data management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Address book data management . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Editing the address book data on your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Editing the address book data on
the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Transferring address book data from
your computer to the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Transferring address book data from
the unit to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Firmware upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5
Basic Operations
4
3 5 6 7
Common procedures to operate the system are
explained.
General operations can be performed on the
touch screen. Gently touch the displayed icons
with your finger.
Note
Do not press the display with excessive force. Do not
use any sharp object, such as a pen, etc., to tap on
the display.
Menu operations
About the battery status indication
The battery status can be checked by the
indicator in the main menu.
Indicator Status
Charging.
Fully charged.
Not fully charged.
Low battery.
Battery is empty. Charge battery
immediately.
The main menu appears when you turn on the
unit (except during route guidance, in which case
the map appears).
1
MENU
VOICE/
POS.
2
1 Touch to show the main menu.
2 To check the Bluetooth status* (page 19),
battery status, and current time.
3 During route guidance:
Touch to hear the next voice guidance and to
show the current position.
In other cases:
Touch to show the map display.
4 Touch to show the navigation menu.
5 Touch to show the application menu.
6 Touch to show the setting menu.
7 Touch to return to the previous display.
* NV-U83T only.
Other basic menu operations
To Touch
cancel the setting “Cancel”
confirm the selection/
proceed to the next
step
“Done” or “OK”
Gesture Command operations
In the map display (except in map scrolling
mode), frequently-used operations can be
performed by assigning finger strokes such as a
line, etc.
To Dra w
start navigation to your
home (page 9)
start navigation to a
destination stored in
Favorites (page 12)
change map scale to the
“Preset Scale”
(page 26)
call your home (NVU83T only) (page 22)
a circumflex
“Favorite 1”
a letter “L” shape
“Favorite 2”
a mirror-reversed “L”
a clockwise circle
a counterclockwise
circle
a letter “V” shape
6
Keyboard operations
The keyboard display appears when you need to
enter text.
When entering addresses, you need only enter
characters in upper case, as the system
automatically converts them to appropriate
characters. You can change the case or enter
special characters/symbols when necessary.
The following types of keyboards are selectable:
• “QWERTY + 123”: QWERTY layout with
number keys.*
• “QWERTY”: Large QWERTY layout without
number keys.*
• “ABC”: Alphabetical layout without number
keys.
* “QWERTY” refers to the top row of letters, reading
from the left, of a traditional typewriter style
keyboard.
For details on how to change the setting, see
page 25.
QWERTY layout with number keys:
Entry field
To Touch
enter an alphabetical
character
enter a number the desired number
enter a special
character
the desired character
key
1
key*
“ÀŐŇ” to switch to
the special character
keyboard, then the
desired character; and
“ABC” to switch back
enter a symbol “@!?” to switch to the
symbol keyboard, then
the desired symbol
key; and “ABC” to
switch back
enter a space “Space”
delete a character “Backspace”
change the case “Caps”
confirm the entry*
*1 When another keyboard type is selected, touch
“123” to switch to the numeric keyboard.
*2 The candidate list automatically appears when
candidates are narrowed down as you continue
inputting characters.
2
“Done”
7
Navigation
Checking the GPS status
About the GPS status indication
The GPS status can be checked by the color of
the current position icon.
If the current position is not displayed, touch
VOICE/POS. to show the icon.
Current position icon
Indication Status
Signals are insufficient for
navigation (less than 3 GPS
satellites are received).
Reception temporarily
interrupted (e.g., in a tunnel).
The built-in sensor
(POSITION plus)* calculates
the current position instead.
Signals are sufficient for
navigation.
* Available only for NV-U83T.
Note
Acquisition of GPS signal may take up to 10 minutes,
especially for the first time. Make sure that you are in
an open space for faster acquisition.
Viewing detailed GPS status
information
Detailed GPS status information, such as the
latitude, longitude, etc., can be viewed to check if
the current position is properly calculated.
1 In the menu display, touch ,
“General,” then “GPS Status.”
Route searching
You can search for a route in various ways.
The following route search methods are
available.
• “Address search” (page 8)
• “Home search” (page 9)
• “POI search” (page 10)
• “Intersection search” (page 11)
• “City center search” (page 11)
• “Recent destinations search” (page 11)
• “Address book search” (page 11)
• “Favorites search” (page 12)
Address search
Address search allows you to set the destination
by entering the address information such as
house number, street name, etc.
Note on the state selection
The system recognizes the state you usually drive in
and sets it as default, so that you do not need to enter
the same state name at each address search.
When GPS detects that the current position is not in
the default state, the state selection display
automatically appears, allowing you to set the desired
state.
8
Full address search
Follow the procedure below if you know the
house number, street name, and the city name of
the destination.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Enter Address.”
If the state selection display appears, select
the new (current) state or “Change to
Different State.”
When selecting “Change to Different State,”
enter the state name, then select the desired
state.
The house number input display appears.
2 Enter the house number.
The street name input display appears.
3 Enter the street name.
The list of street candidates appears.
4 Select the desired street in the list.
If more than one city candidate exists, the list
of city candidates appears. In this case, select
the desired city.
The address confirmation display appears.
5 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
Street search
If the house number is not known, a search can
be made to an approximate point on the street.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Enter Address.”
If the state selection display appears, select
the new (current) state or “Change to
Different State.”
When selecting “Change to Different State,”
enter the state name, then select the desired
state.
The house number input display appears.
2 Select “Skip” without entering the
house number.
The search method options appear.
3 Select “Representative Point of the
Street.”
The street name input display appears.
4 Enter the street name.
The list of street candidates appears.
5 Select the desired street in the list.
If more than one city candidate exists, the list
of city candidates appears. In this case, select
the desired city.
The address confirmation display appears.
6 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
To set the destination in another state
You can select a different state in the house
number/street name input display.
Select “State,” enter the state name, then select
the desired state.
Home search
If you register your home, you can search for a
route there.
For details on registering your home, see
page 24.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Take Me Home.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
Tip
If you select “Take Me Home” without having
registered a home address, the registration display
automatically appears.
With Gesture Command
In the map display, draw .
9
POI search
POI (Points Of Interest) search allows you to set
facilities such as restaurants, hotels, gas stations,
etc., as the destination.
The system searches for POIs near the current
position.
To search for the POIs in another city
You can specify the city before selecting the POI
search method.
In this case, the system searches for POIs in the
city center.
1 In the menu display, touch , then “Find
a Place.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Change City.”
3 Enter the city name.
4 Select the desired city in the list.
To switch back to the nearby search, select
“Nearby.”
By POI name
You can search for a route to a POI by directly
entering its name.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Find a Place.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Points of Interest.”
3 Select “By Name.”
The POI name input display appears.
4 Enter the POI name.
The list of POI candidates appears in order of
distance from the current position.
5 Select the desired POI.
The POI confirmation display appears.
By POI category
You can search for a route to a POI by selecting
its category(ies).
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Find a Place.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Points of Interest.”
3 Select “Category.”
The list of category candidates appears.
4 Select the desired category.
Select sub category when necessary until the
POI candidates are narrowed down.
The list of candidates appears in order of
distance from the current position.
5 Select the desired POI.
The POI confirmation display appears.
6 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
Tip
If there are too many POI candidates in the list after
step 4 above, you can narrow down by enter ing the
POI name. Select “Name” to show the POI name input
display, then enter the POI name.
6 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
Tip
If there are too many POI candidates in the list after
step 4 above, you can narrow down by selecting
category(ies). Select “Category” to show the category
list, then select the desired category(ies).
10
Intersection search
The intersection can be set as a destination, if
available for the selected street.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Find a Place.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Find Intersection.”
The street name input display appears.
3 Enter the street name.
The list of street candidates appears.
4 Select the desired street in the list.
If more than one city candidate exists, the list
of city candidates appears. In this case, select
the desired city.
The street name input display appears.
5 Enter the other street name.
The list of street candidates appears.
6 Select the street.
The address confirmation display appears.
7 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
Tip
The intersection search can also be made by selecting
“Enter Address” in step 1 above and skipping the
house number input. For details, see “Street search”
on page 9.
City center search
The city center can be set as a destination.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Find a Place.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Find City.”
The city name input display appears.
3 Enter the city name.
The list of city candidates appears.
4 Select the desired city in the list.
The address confirmation display appears.
5 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
Tip
The city center search can also be made by selecting
“Enter Address” in step 1 above and skipping the
house number input. For details, see “Street search”
on page 9.
Recent destinations search
The system stores previous destinations,
allowing you to select one quickly from the list.
For details on how to delete the history, see
page 18.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“My Places.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Recent Destinations.”
The list of searched destinations appears in
reverse chronological order.
3 Select the desired item in the list.
The address/POI confirmation display
appears.
4 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
Address book search
You can select the destination saved in the
address book.
For details on how to manage the address book,
see page 18.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“My Places.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Address Book.”
The list of groups appears.
3 Select the desired group.
The list of data in the selected group appears
in alphabetical order.
4 Select the desired entry in the list.
The address/POI confirmation display
appears.
5 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
11
Favorites search
G
You can select a destination that is saved in the
Favorites.
For details on how to manage Favorites, see
page 19.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“My Places.”
The search method selection display appears.
2 Select “Favorite 1,” “Favorite 2,”
“Favorite 3,” or “Favorite 4.”
The route is calculated, and route guidance
starts.
With Gesture Command
In the map display, draw one of the command strokes:
– Favorite 1:
– Favorite 2:
Map operations
Indications on the map
When no route guidance is in progress:
BAC
Option menu in the address/POI confirmation display
The option menu in the address/POI
confirmation display provides various useful
operations.
When the confirmation display appears after
setting a destination, select “Options” before
selecting “Calculate Route,” then one of the
following items.
Save to Address Book*
Saves the selected point to the address book.
Edit Item*1 (page 24)
Edits the selected address book entry.
Interim Destination*2 (page 16)
Adds the point as an interim destination in the
current route. The system navigates you to this
point before the current destination.
*1 Appears depending on your selection. “Edit Item”
appears when you select “My Places” c “Address
Book.” In other cases, “Save to Address Book”
appears.
*2 Available only during route guidance.
1
(page 18)
D
During route guidance:
Straight-ahead driving
EF
Approaching an intersection
H
12
Approaching an intersection (closer)
JI
Approaching an intersection (even closer)
K
A Current direction/current speed
B Current position/GPS status indication
(page 8)
C North indicator/current time
D Current street name
E ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival)/distance to
destination
F Distance to next turn
G Next street name
H Next turn instruction
I Magnified view of an intersection
J Bar indication of the distance to next turn
K Current position
Tip
You can set to hide the magnified view of an
intersection (page 27).
Map scrolling mode
You can switch to map scrolling mode by
touching the map, whether during route guidance
or not.
By placing the desired point into the crosshair,
you can view the information on the point or
open the map option menu.
Operations in map scrolling mode
To Op era tio n
scroll a map drag the screen
move the desired
point to the center
of the screen
pan the map left/
right
touch the point
touch and hold a point and
drag it left/right
13
Using the map tool
5
4 6 7 8
9
The map tool bar appears when you touch
“Options” on the map display.
1
MENU
VOICE/
POS.
1 To show the main menu.
2 To check the TMC status/show the traffic
messages on the current route (page 17).
3 To show the call in progress display
(page 22).*
4 During route guidance:
To hear the next voice guidance and show the
current position.
In other cases:
To show the map display.
5 To show more map options.
6 To show the turn-by-turn list (page 16).
7 To zoom in/out the map.
Tou ch / .
8 To adjust the voice guidance volume.
Tou ch / .
9 To hide the map tool bar.
* NV-U83T only.
Appears only during a call.
More map options
More options are available by selecting
“More…” in the map tool bar.
(page 24)
3
1
3*4
(page 16)
Navigate to Here*
Starts route guidance to the point.
Save to Address Book (page 18)
Saves the point to the address book.
Edit Item*
2
Edits the address book entry.
Quit Navigation*
Exits the current route guidance.
Next Route Destination*
Reroutes to skip the current destination.
*1 Available only for the point selected in map
scrolling mode.
*2 Available only for address book entry icons.
*3 Available only during route guidance.
*4 Appears when >> is touched.
14
23
Route planning
Creating a new itinerary
The procedure to create a new itinerary is
explained below.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Route Planning.”
2 Select “Route Planning,” then
“Options.”
3 Select “New Route.”
The route planning display appears in which
the current position is set as the start point.
For details on how to change the start point,
see “Editing route points” on page 15.
4 Select “Add” to add a route point in
your itinerary.
The search method selection display appears.
5 Select the desired search method to
set the route point.
Select To set
“Enter Address” by address search
“Home” your home as the route
“Find a Place” by POI search (page 10),
“My Places” by recent destinations
“Browse Map” a route point from the
“Current
Position”
(page 8)
point (page 9)
intersection search
(page 11), or city center
search (page 11)
search (page 11), address
book search (page 11), or
Favorites search
(page 12)
map display (page 13)
the current position as
the route point
6 After setting the route point, select
“Done.”
The route planning display reappears with the
selected point added in the list.
The last setting is listed as the final
destination.
Repeat step 4 to 6 to continue adding route
points. Up to 10 route points can be set.
7 Select “Calculate Route.”
The route calculation starts.
After the calculation is complete, the route
confirmation display appears.
8 Select one of the following items.
Start Navigation
To start the route guidance.
Change Condition
To set the route calculation conditions.
– “Standard”: Sets a recommended route.
– “Avoid Toll Roads”: Avoids the use of toll
roads.
– “Avoid Toll Roads (Shortest)”: Sets a
distance-optimized route without toll roads.
Editing route points
You can edit the selected route points while
creating an itinerary.
Select the desired route point in the route
planning display, then one of the following items.
Change Location
Shows the search method selection display to set
the route point again.
Delete
Deletes the selected point from the itinerary.
Change Order
Changes the order of route points.
Select the point to move c “Up”/“Down” c
“Done.”
Tip
You can open the route planning display and modify
your itinerary, even after starting route guidance.
Option menu for route planning
The option menu in the route planning/route
confirmation display provides various useful
operations.
When the route planning/route confirmation
display appears, select “Options,” then one of the
following items.
Save Route
Saves the current route.
Saved Routes*
Edits the route/starts the route guidance.
Select the route, then one of the following
options.
– “Edit”: Shows the route planning display to
edit the route point.
– “Rename”: Changes the name of the selected
route.
– “Delete”: Deletes the selected route.
– “Start Navigation”: Starts the route guidance.
Route Profile (page 26)
Shows/changes the current route profile settings.
New Route*
Shows the route planning display to create a new
itinerary.
Calculation Condition*
To set the route calculation conditions.
For details on options, see page 15.
* Appears only in the option menu of the route
planning display while setting the route point(s).
15
Adding an interim destination to the current route
During route guidance, you can add an interim
destination.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
select the desired search method to
set the interim destination.
For details on search methods, see “Route
searching” on page 8.
You can select the desired search method,
except for home search and Favorites search.
2 After setting the interim destination,
select “Options” in the address/POI
confirmation display.
3 Select “Interim Destination.”
The route guidance to the interim destination
starts.
Skipping the current destination
If more than one destination point exists during
route guidance, you can choose to reroute and
skip the current destination.
1 In the map display, select “Options,”
“More...,” then >>.
2 Select “Next Route Destination.”
The current destination is skipped, and
recalculation starts.
Route confirmation
Viewing the turn-by-turn list
1 In the map display, select “Options,”
then “Directions.”
The turn-by-turn list appears.
2 Select the desired item to show the
detailed information.
Viewing the entire route
During route guidance, you can view the entire
route to the destination.
1 In the map display, select “Options,”
then “Directions.”
2 Select “Route Confirmation.”
The entire route appears.
16
To change the route calculation
conditions
1 Select “Change Condition,” then the desired
option.
For details on options, see page 15.
2 Select “Calculate Route.”
Recalculation starts.
TMC information
CBD E
The built-in TMC (Traffic Message Channel)
receiver* allows you to receive traffic
information. You can check the traffic messages.
* For NV-U83T, the receiver is located in the cradle.
For NV-U73T, the receiver is located in the unit.
Checking traffic information
About the TMC status indication
The TMC status can be checked by the traffic
icon in the map display.
Traffic Icon
Indication Status
No icon Out of service. In case of NV-
U83T, the TMC cradle may not
be attached.
Tuning. No TMC signal is
currently receivable.
Traffic information available.
Pending messages not regarding
on the current route exist.
Traffic congestion on route.
Pending messages regarding
traffic congestion on the current
route exist.
Viewing traffic messages
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Traffic Information.”
The list of traffic messages appears.
If the traffic information type set to display is
previously selected, the relevant messages
appear (page 18).
A
A Traffic event type
B Distance from the current position
C State
D Road name
E Traffic message
2 Select the desired message to view
detailed information.
To view the previous/next message, touch
/.
Tip
You can jump to the traffic information setting display
(page 27) by selecting “Settings” in the traffic
message list.
From the map display
If any traffic message exists on the current route,
you can open the message list also from the map
display by touching .
In this case, the messages on the current route
appear, regardless of the selected type (page 18).
17
Selecting the traffic information type
You can select the traffic information type to
display.
1 Open the list of traffic messages.
For details, see “Viewing traffic messages” on
page 17.
2 Select “Change Message.”
The type selection display appears.
3 Select the desired type.
Select To show
“On Route” all traffic messages on the
“Not on
Route”
current route
all traffic messages not on
the current route
4 Touch .
The message list of selected information type
appears.
Destination management
Destinations on “Recent Destinations,” “Address
Book,” and “Favorites” can be managed.
Address book
You can register the destinations or points on the
map to the address book.
From the navigation menu
1 In the menu display, touch , then
select the desired search method.
For details on search methods, see “Route
searching” on page 8.
You can select the desired search method,
except for home search, address book search,
and Favorites search.
2 After setting the destination, select
“Options” in the address/POI
confirmation display.
3 Select “Save to Address Book.”
The registration display appears.
Recent destinations
You can delete the history of “Recent
Destinations.”
1 In the menu display, touch , “My
Places,” then “Recent Destinations.”
2 Select “Delete.”
3 Select the item to delete.
To select all items, select “All.”
To unselect all items, select “Clear.”
4 Select “Done.”
The selected item(s) is deleted.
18
4 Set the following items.
“Name”: Enter the name.
“Group”: Select the group to categorize.
To create a new group, select “New Group,”
then enter the group name.
“Phone”: Enter the phone number.
Icon: Select the icon to show on the map.
To select from the facility icon list, select
“Facilities Icons” c category c sub category
c icon.
“Sound”: Configure the sound setting.
– “Sound Function”: Set to “ON” to have
notification sound upon approach.
– “Sound Source”: Select the sound source.
– “Distance of Starting to Play Back”: Select
the distance at which the sound will be
output.
5 Select “Done.”
The destination is added to the address book
and indicated by the selected icon on the map.
From the map option menu
1 In the map display, touch the map to
switch to the map scrolling mode, then
select the desired point.
2 Select “Options,” then “More...”
Follow the procedure from step 3 above to
add the selected point to the address book.
Tip
Further management of address book is available
from the setting menu (page 24).
Favorites
You can register destinations to “Favorite 1,”
“Favorite 2,” “Favorite 3,” and “Favorite 4”
separately.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“General.”
2 Select “Favorites.”
3 Select “Favorite 1,” “Favorite 2,”
“Favorite 3,” or “Favorite 4.”
4 Select the desired search method.
For details on search methods, see “Route
searching” on page 8.
You can select the desired search method,
except for home search and Favorites search.
5 After setting the destination, select
“Done” in the address/POI
confirmation display.
The destination is stored in the selected
Favorite.
To change the registration in Favorites
Follow the procedure above and overwrite a
registered Favorite.
Bluetooth Function (NV-U83T only)
The following is the basic procedure required for
using the Bluetooth function.
1 Bluetooth signal activation
Activating the Bluetooth signal is required to
connect this unit to a Bluetooth compatible
cellphone.
2 Pairing
When connecting a cellphone for the first
time, mutual registration is required. This is
called “pairing.” This registration (pairing) is
required only for the first time, as this unit
and the cellphone will recognize each other
automatically from the next time.
3 Connection
Connect this unit and the cellphone for hands-
free calling.
4 Hands-free calling
You can make/receive a hands-free call.
About the Bluetooth status
indication
The Bluetooth status can be checked by the
indicator in the main menu.
Bluetooth indicator
Indicator Status
Signal is off. You need to
activate the signal for
connection.
Signal is on, with no cellphone
connected. The unit is ready for
a connection.
Signal is on, with a cellphone
connected. The unit is ready for
hands-free calling.
19
Activating the Bluetooth signal
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
2 Select “Bluetooth Signal,” then “ON.”
The signal is activated.
The Bluetooth indicator in the bottom right of
the unit lights up in blue.
Pairing with a cellphone
Pairing is required only the first time you connect
to a cellphone.
To pair this unit to a cellphone, you need to enter
the same passkey* on this unit and on the
cellphone. The passkey can be either your own
selected number or the number determined by
the cellphone.
For details, see the manual of the cellphone.
* Passkey may be called “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN
number,” “password,” etc., depending on the
cellphone.
Searching from this unit
The procedure to search for a cellphone from this
unit is explained below.
Check that the cellphone is set to allow for
searching beforehand.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
2 Select “Add Devices.”
A message asking you to set the cellphone to
detectable appears.
3 Select “Search for Phone.”
After cellphone search is complete, the list of
connectable cellphones appears.
To list cellphones by address, select
“Ad dr es s.”
To list by name, select “Name.”*
* The address appears instead of the name if
unavailable.
4 Select the cellphone to register.
Pairing starts.
5 Enter the passkey.
Perform the required operation also on the
cellphone.
A message appears stating that the pairing is
complete.
To connect to the cellphone, select “Connect.”
Searching from a cellphone
The procedure to search for this unit from a
cellphone is explained below.
In this case, the name of the unit is registered as
“nav-u,” which can be changed in the phone
setting (page 27).
1 Start searching for this unit from the
cellphone.
For details, see the manual of the cellphone.
After you perform the required operation on
the cellphone, the passkey input display
appears on this unit.
2 Enter the passkey.
A message appears stating that the pairing is
complete.
Connecting to a cellphone
Once the Bluetooth signal is activated, the unit
searches for the last connected cellphone, and
connection is made automatically if possible.
In this chapter, instructions on how to connect
manually to paired cellphones are introduced.
Before starting, be sure to activate the Bluetooth
signal both on this unit and the cellphone.
1 In the menu display, touch ,
“Phone,” then “My Devices.”
The list of paired cellphones appears.
2 Select the cellphone to connect.
The confirmation display appears.
3 Select “OK.”
The unit is connected to the selected
cellphone.
The currently connected cellphone is
indicated by in the paired cellphone list.
To disconnect
In step 2 above, select the cellphone to
disconnect (one that is currently connected) c
“OK.”
20
Making calls
You can make hands-free calls in various ways.
The following calling methods are available.
• “Dialing a phone number” (page 21)
• “Using the list of recent calls” (page 21)
• “Using the phone book” (page 21)
• “Using preset numbers” (page 22)
• “Other ways to make calls” (page 22)
Dialing a phone number
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
The calling method selection display appears.
2 Select “Make a Call,” then “Numeric
Input.”
3 Enter the phone number, then select
“Call.”
The call is made.
The calling display appears until the other
party answers.
For details on operations during a call, see
page 22.
To cancel calling, touch .
To adjust the volume of the hands-free function,
touch –/+.
Using the list of recent calls
The system stores the last 40 calls, allowing you
to select one quickly from the list.
For details on how to delete the history, see
page 23.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
The calling method selection display appears.
2 Select “Make a Call,” then “Recent
Calls.”
The list of recent calls appears.
3 Select the desired item in the list.
The call is made.
The calling display appears until the other
party answers.
For details on operations during a call, see
page 22.
To cancel calling, touch .
To adjust the volume of the hands-free function,
touch –/+.
Using the phone book
You can make a call using the phone book.
For details on how to manage the phone book,
see page 23.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
The calling method selection display appears.
2 Select “Phone Book.”
The list of data in the phone book appears in
alphabetical order.
3 Select the desired entry in the list.
The call is made.
The calling display appears until the other
party answers.
For details on operations during a call, see
page 22.
To cancel calling, touch .
To adjust the volume of the hands-free function,
touch –/+.
21
Using preset numbers
You can make a call quickly using preset phone
numbers.
For details on how to preset phone numbers, see
page 27.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
The calling method selection display appears.
2 Select “D1,” “D2,” “D3,” or “Home.”
The call is made.
The calling display appears until the other
party answers.
For details on operations during a call, see
page 22.
To cancel calling, touch .
To adjust the volume of the hands-free function,
touch –/+.
With Gesture Command
In the map display, draw to call your home.
Other ways to make calls
You can make calls also by the following
methods.
In the menu display, touch c “Phone” c
“Make a Call” c the desired item below.
POI Search*
Makes a call to the searched POI.
For details on POI search, see page 10.
Search for POI, then select “Call” in the POI
confirmation display.
Voice Dial
Makes a call using the voice dial function of
your cellphone (if available).
For details, see the manual of the cellphone.
* Available only if the phone number is registered.
Receiving calls
With the unit connected to the cellphone, you can
receive a call in any status.
The following display indicates an incoming call,
along with the ring tone.
Name* and phone number of other party
Volume indicator
* Appears only when stored in the phone book.
1 Touch .
Hands-free talking starts.
For details on operations during a call, see
page 22.
To reject the call, touch .
To adjust the volume of the hands-free function,
touch –/+.
Operations during a call
Various operations are available from the
following call in progress display, which appears
during a call.
Name* and phone number of other party
22
Call duration
Volume indicator
* Appears only when stored in the phone book.
To adjust the volume of the hands-free
function
Touch –/+.
Showing the map
1 Touch VOICE/POS.
The map and the route guidance (if in
progress) appear with displayed on the
right side.
To return to the call in progress display, touch
.
To show the menu display, touch MENU.
4 Select the item to delete.
To select all items, select “All.”
To unselect all items, select “Clear.”
5 Select “Done.”
The selected item(s) is deleted.
Phone book
You can import phone book data from the
cellphone or delete unnecessary data.
Transferring the current call to a cellphone
You can transfer the current call to a cellphone if,
for example, you want to leave your car without
ending the call.
1 Select “Use Cellphone” in the call in
progress display.
The call is transferred to the cellphone, and
the map and the route guidance (if in
progress) appear with displayed on the
right side.
To transfer back to the hands-free call, touch ,
“Use Hands-free,” then “OK.”
To show the menu display, touch MENU.
Entering numbers
You may need to enter numbers during a call
(e.g., to forward the call).
1 Select “Numeric Input” in the call in
progress display.
The number input display appears.
2 Enter the required number.
Ending a call
1 Touch in the call in progress
display.
Call data management
Call data on “Recent Calls” and “Phone Book”
can be managed.
Recent calls
You can delete the history of “Recent Calls.”
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
2 Select “Make a Call,” then “Recent
Calls.”
3 Select “Delete.”
Importing phone book data from the
cellphone
Up to 500 entries from the phone book of the
cellphone can be imported to this unit.
Before starting, check that the unit is connected
to a cellphone.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
2 Select “Receive Phone Book.”
The confirmation display appears.
3 Select “OK.”
Perform the required operation on the
cellphone.
For details, see the manual of the cellphone.
4 Select “Done” to complete.
The phone book is imported to the unit.
To continue importing the phone book data,
select “Continue” instead of “Done” in step 4
above.
Deleting data
You can delete unnecessary data in the phone
book of this unit.
1 In the menu display, touch , then
“Phone.”
2 Select “Phone Book,” then “Delete.”
3 Select the entry to delete.
To select all entries, select “All.”
To unselect all entries, select “Clear.”
4 Select “Done.”
The selected entry(ies) is deleted.
Tip
Deleting phone book data on this unit does not delete
data on the cellphone, even if you connect the unit to
the cellphone (the data will not be synchronized).
23
Settings
The setting menu includes the following
categories.
• “Route Planning” (page 14)
• “Address Book” (page 24)
• “General” (page 24)
• “Map” (page 26)
• “Route Profile” (page 26)
• “Guide” (page 26)
• “Traffic Information” (page 27)
• “Phone” (NV-U83T only) (page 27)
Address book settings
The following address book settings are
configurable.
In the menu display, touch c “Address
Book” c the desired item c the desired option.
Edit Item
To edit the address book entry.
Select the group, then one of the following
items.
– Entry in the list: Opens the display where you
can delete an entry, or change the name/group/
phone/icon/sound setting.
– “Move”: Categorizes entry(ies) to another
group. Select the entry(ies) to move c “Done”
c the new group c “OK.”
– “Delete”: Deletes an entry(ies). Select an
entry(ies) to delete c “Done” c “OK.”
Edit Groups
To edit the group setting.
– “New Group”: Creates a new group.
– “Rearrange Group Order”: Changes the order
of groups. Select the group c “Up”/“Down.”
– “Edit Group Name”: Changes the group name.
– “Delete Group”: Deletes the group and all its
entries.
Make Backup
To back up the address book data on a “Memory
Stick Duo.”
Restore Address Book
To restore the address book data from a
“Memory Stick Duo.”
Import Items
To import the address book entry(ies) from a
“Memory Stick Duo.”
Select the file in the “Memory Stick Duo” c all
entries or individual entry c “OK” c “OK.”
Export Items
To export the address book entry(ies) to a
“Memory Stick Duo.”
Select the group c entry(ies) c “Done” c
“Done” c “Done,” select/create a file, then
select c “OK” c “OK.”
General settings
The following settings related to the system are
configurable.
In the menu display, touch c select
“General” c the desired item c the desired
option.
Volume (Operation Sound)
To preset the volume level for touch screen
operation sound: “Level 3,” “Level 2,” “Level 1,”
“OFF.”
Units
To select the distance unit: “Kilometers,”
“Miles.”
Time Format
To select the clock indication: “12hr (AM /
PM),” “24hr.”
Time Zone
To set the time zone automatically or manually.
Select Language
To select the language for on-screen display.
Display
To adjust the display settings.
– “Brightness”: Switches the display brightness
automatically or sets the brightness for day
time/night time use: “Automatic,” “Day,”
“Night.” The brightness level for day time and
night time use can be adjusted manually.
– “Touchscreen Calibration”: Performs the touch
screen calibration when the touch function is
off the mark. Touch the targets in sequence.
Input Home Address
To register your home address.
– “Enter Address”: Sets from the navigation
menu. For details on how to set the address,
see “Address search” on page 8.
– “Map”: Selects on the map. For details on how
to select the point on the map, see “Map
scrolling mode” on page 13.
Start the Configuration Wizard
To configure the basic settings by following the
wizard (i.e., to perform the Startup
Configuration Wizard again).
24
Daylight Saving Time
To set daylight saving time automatically by
GPS or manually.
– “Automatic”: Updates automatically by GPS.
– “Manual (+1h)”/“Manual (+30min)”: Sets
manually.
– “OFF”: Standard time.
GUI Day / Night Mode
To select the color theme of menu displays.
– “Automatic”: Switches the day time (“Day”)/
night time (“Night”) options automatically
depending on the time of day.
– “Day”: Suitable for day time use.
– “Night”: Suitable for night time use.
Power Saving (Display OFF)
To turn off the display automatically after
several minutes of inactivity: “ON,” “OFF.”
Keyboard Style (page 7)
To select the keyboard type: “QWERTY + 123,”
“QWERTY,” “ABC.”
Password Lock
To lock the unit by setting a 4-digit numerical
password to prevent unauthorized access: “ON,”
“OFF.” Once activated, you will need to enter
the password when you turn on the unit.
To activate, select “ON” c “OK,” enter the
password, then reenter the password to confirm.
To deactivate, select “OFF” c “OK,” enter the
password, then select “OK.”
Change Password
To change the password for locking the unit.
Enter the new password, then reenter the
password to confirm.
Reset Factory Default
To reset settings to default.
Product Information
To view the ID number and status (cradle
connection, etc.) of the unit.
GPS Status (page 8)
To view the detailed GPS status information.
Firmware Version
To view the firmware version.
Memory Stick Information
To view the information of the currently inserted
“Memory Stick Duo,” such as used/free space;
format the “Memory Stick Duo.”
To format, select “Format” c “OK” repeatedly.
Demonstration Mode
– “Automatic Demonstration”: Sets to start the
demonstration automatically after several
minutes of inactivity: “ON,” “OFF.”
– “Start Demonstration”: Starts the
demonstration.
Favorites (page 19)
To register destinations in Favorites.
25
Map settings
The following map display settings are
configurable.
In the menu display, touch c “Map” c the
desired item c the desired option.
2D / 3D Map View
To select the default map view.
– “2D”: Overhead view.
– “3D” (level 1): Overhead view from a slight
angle.
– “3D” (level 2): Elevated view.
– “3D” (level 3): Driver’s view, with horizon.
Map Orientation
To select the default orientation of 2D map.
– “In Direction of Travel”: Heading up.
– “Always North”: North up.
Map Color
To select the map color schemes for day time use
and night time use.
Automatic Map Color Change
To switch the map color scheme automatically.
– “ON”: Switches automatically depending on
the time of day.
– “OFF”: Always sets to day time colors.
Preset Scale (page 6)
To preset the map scale level for clockwise and
counterclockwise circles of Gesture Command.
Landmark Icon
To show landmark icons on the map.
The settings can be configured separately for
each facility.
Driving Trail
To show driving trail on the map: “ON,” “OFF.”
Delete Driving Trail
To delete driving trail.
Display Address Book Entries
To show the address book entry icons on the
map: “ON,” “OFF.”
Always Show Traffic Button
To always show the traffic icon on the map:
“ON,” “OFF.”
Road Width
To select the width of the road shown on the
map: “Wide,” “Standard.”
Font Size
To select the size of the fonts shown on the map:
“Large,” “Medium,” “Small.”
Icon Size
To select the size of the icons shown on the map:
“Large,” “Medium,” “Small.”
26
Zoom While Scrolling
To zoom out the map/fixes the scale when
scrolling: “ON,” “OFF.”
Compass and Speedometer
To show the current speed and direction on the
map when no route guidance is in progress:
“ON,” “OFF.”
Map Version
To view the version of the current map.
Route profile settings
The following route profile settings are
configurable.
In the menu display, touch c “Route
Profile” c the desired item c the desired option.
Ferries
Carpool Lanes
To set the preference for using ferries or carpool
lanes when calculating a route.
– “Allow”: Allows the use.
– “Avoid”: Allows the use only when no
alternative is available.
Traffic Information
To calculate an alternative route when traffic
messages are received: “Use,” “Not Use.”
Driving Route History
To use the driving route history when calculating
the route: “Use,” “Not Use.”
Calculation Condition
To set the route calculation conditions.
– “Standard”: Sets a recommended route.
– “Avoid Toll Roads”: Avoids the use of toll
roads.
– “Avoid Toll Roads (Shortest)”: Sets a distance-
optimized route without toll roads.
Guidance settings
The following route guidance settings are
configurable.
In the menu display, touch c “Guide” c
the desired item c the desired option.
Volume (Guide)
To preset the volume level for voice guidance:
“Level 3,” “Level 2,” “Level 1,” “OFF.”
Voice Attention (Merge)
To activate the audio warning on merge: “ON,”
“OFF.”
Automatic Zoom
To change the map scale automatically
depending on the driving speed. The faster the
speed, the larger the map scale: “ON,” “OFF.”
Intersection Zoom
To show the magnified view of an intersection:
“ON,” “OFF.”
Select Voice
To select the guidance voice type.
For details on how to import guidance voice data
from your computer, see “Guidance voice data
management” on page 29.
To show the data on the unit/“Memory Stick
Duo,” select “Unit”/“Memory Stick.”
To register and activate the imported item, select
the item c “Activate.”
To select the desired item, select the item c
“Done” c “OK.”
To delete the item, select the item to delete c
“Delete” c “OK.”
Traffic Information settings
The following traffic information settings are
configurable.
In the menu display, touch c “Traffic
Information” c the desired item c the desired
option.
Status Information
To check the name, frequency, and reception
level of the current TMC station.
Recalculate Route*
To calculate an alternative route automatically to
avoid a new traffic event when detected on the
current route: “ON,” “OFF.”
Indication in the Map
To show the following indications on the map:
“ON,” “OFF.”
– “Traffic Control Point”
– “Traffic Control Section”
Activate TMC Service
To activate the Pay-TMC-Services.
Select “Activate,” then enter the activation code.
* Applicable only when “Traffic Information” is set to
“Use” in the route profile setting (page 26).
Phone settings (NV-U83T only)
The following phone settings are configurable.
In the menu display, touch c “Phone” c
the desired item c the desired option.
My Devices (page 20)
To select the cellphone to connect for a handsfree call or phone book import; delete the
registration of the cellphone.
To delete the registration, select “Delete” c the
cellphone(s) to delete c “Done” c “OK.”
Add Devices (page 20)
To pair the unit and the cellphone.
Bluetooth Signal (page 20)
To activate the Bluetooth signal: “ON,” “OFF.”
Bluetooth Device Info
To view the information of this unit, such as the
name, address, or compatible profile; edit the
device name.
To edit the device name, select “Edit,” then enter
the new name.
Receive Phone Book (page 23)
To import the phone book data of the cellphone
to this unit.
Volume (Ring Tone)
To preset the ring tone volume.
Speed Dial
To preset/edit phone numbers on “D1”/“D2”/
“D3”/“Home.”
– “New Input”: Registers the phone number and
the name.*
– “Edit”: Changes the phone number and/or the
name.*
– “Copy from Phone Book”: Registers the phone
number copied from the phone book.*
– “Clear”: Deletes the registration of the selected
preset.
Noise / Echo Cancellation
To reduce echo and noise in phone call
conversations.
Select “Mode 1” normally.
Select “Mode 2” or “OFF” if the sound quality is
unsatisfactory.
*1 The name of “Home” cannot be changed.
*2 Available only if data exists in the phone book.
1
1
2
27
Using the Supplied Software
You can install the software to your computer from the supplied disc. Using the software, you can
manage various data to use on the unit.
System requirements
Computer
• IBM PC/AT compatible machines
• CPU: Pentium III Processor 800 MHz or faster
• Hard Disc space: 300 MB or more (500 MB or more recommended)
• RAM: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)
•USB port
OS
• Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional with Service Pack 4 (or later)
• Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition/Professional with Service Pack 2 (or later)
• Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition/Media Center Edition 2004/Media Center Edition 2005
• Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Ultimate
Monitor
High color (16-bit color) or more, 1024 × 768 dots or more
Other
Internet connection for data download and support
Notes
• The following system environments are not supported.
– Non IBM PC type computers, such as NEC PC 98 series, Macintosh, etc.
– Homemade computers
– OS upgraded computers
– Multi-monitor environment
– Multi-boot environment
• Depending on the computer condition, operation may not be possible even with the recommended environment.
Installing the software
1 Turn on your computer and start Windows.
Log on using an account with administrator privileges.
2 Insert the supplied disc into your computer’s drive.
The Install Wizard appears.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions and complete the installation.
Connecting the unit to your computer
1 Turn on the unit and your computer.
2 Connect the unit to your computer with the USB cable.
The data communication between your computer and the unit starts.
Note
During communication, do not:
– disconnect the USB cable.
– turn off or reset the unit.
– shut down the computer, enter computer standby mode, or restar t the computer.
Disconnecting
After the data communication is complete, exit the software, then disconnect the USB cable.
28
Starting the software
1 Start the software.
Click “start,” then select “(All) Programs” c “nav-u tool” c “nav-u tool.”
The main menu appears.
1
2
3
1 To manage the map data (page 30).
2 To manage the address book data (page 30).
3 To select the language for software on-screen displays.
4 To upgrade the firmware (page 31).
5 To manage guidance voice data (page 29).
6 To access to the Sony navigation support site.
7 To exit the software.
4
5
6
7
Guidance voice data management
You can transfer guidance voice data from your computer to the unit, using the software.
Before starting, connect the unit to your computer and start the software.
You can also transfer data to the “Memory Stick Duo” inserted in the unit.
1 In the main menu of the software, select “Guidance Voice Manager.”
If the guidance voice data on your computer does not appear, select “Browse,” then specify the data
location on your computer.
2 Select the drive corresponding to the unit/“Memory Stick Duo.”
3 In the list, check the box(es) of the guidance voice data to transfer, then select >>.
Transfer starts.
If free space is insufficient on the unit/“Memory Stick Duo,” a notification appears. Delete
unnecessary data by selecting “OK” c “Show” in “Target” c the data to delete c “Delete” c “OK”
c “OK.”
4 Select “OK.”
The guidance voice data is transferred to the unit/“Memory Stick Duo.”
For details on how to select the transferred data on the unit, see page 27.
29
Map data management
You can transfer and replace the map data on the unit, using the software (e.g., to restore map data if
necessary).
Before starting, connect the unit to your computer and start the software.
To transfer the map data on the supplied/optional disc, insert the disc.
1 In the main menu of the software, select “Map Manager.”
If the map data does not appear, select “Browse,” then specify the data location.
2 In the list, check the box of the map to transfer, then select >>.
Transfer starts.
3 Select “OK.”
The map on the unit is replaced.
Address book data management
Address book data on the unit or your computer can be managed using the software. You can transfer or
import the address book data on the unit or your computer.
Editing the address book data on your computer
You can edit the address book data on your computer.
1 In the main menu of the software, select “Address Book Manager.”
If the data does not appear in the list, select “Browse,” then specify the data location.
2 Select the group/entry to edit, then the desired edit menu.
Select To
“Add” add a new group/entry.
“Edit” edit the selected group/entry.
3 Select “OK” after editing is complete.
The address book data on the computer is updated.
To delete the group/entry
In step 2 above, select the group/entry to delete c “Delete” c “OK” c “OK.”
Editing the address book data on the unit
You can edit the address book data on the unit, using the software.
Before starting, connect the unit to your computer and start the software.
1 In the main menu of the software, select “Address Book Manager.”
2 Select “Edit Address Book of the Unit” on the left side of the screen.
Follow steps 2 to 3 of “Editing the address book data on your computer” on page 30 to edit the
address book data on the unit, then select “Apply to the Unit.”
30
Transferring address book data from your computer to the unit
You can transfer address book data from your computer to the unit, using the software.
Before starting, connect the unit to your computer and start the software.
1 In the main menu of the software, select “Address Book Manager.”
2 Select “Transfer Address Book from PC to the Unit” on the left side of the screen.
If the data does not appear in the list, select “Browse,” then specify the data location.
3 Check the box(es) of the group(s)/entry(ies) on your computer.
4 Select “Transfer.”
Transfer starts.
If free space is insufficient on the unit, a notification appears. Delete unnecessary data from the unit
(page 30).
5 Select “OK.”
The address book data is transferred to the unit.
Transferring address book data from the unit to your computer
You can transfer address book data from the unit to your computer, using the software.
Before starting, connect the unit to your computer and start the software.
1 In the main menu of the software, select “Address Book Manager.”
2 Select “Save Address Book of the Unit” on the left side of the screen.
3 Check the box(es) of the group(s)/entry(ies) on the unit.
4 Select “Save to PC.”
Transfer starts.
If free space is insufficient on your computer, a notification appears. Delete unnecessary data from
your computer.
5 Select “OK.”
The address book data is transferred to your computer.
Firmware upgrade
You can download firmware upgrades from the Sony navigation support site to your computer, and
upgrade the firmware of the unit using the software.
Before starting, connect the unit to your computer and start the software.
1 In the main menu of the software, select “Upgrade System.”
2 In the list, select the latest upgrade data, then “Upgrade.”
The confirmation appears.
3 Select “OK.”
The firmware upgrade starts. The upgrade progress is displayed on the unit.
31
Loading...