VOLVO VNS User Manual
VOLVO C30, C70 & XC90
VOLVO NAVIGATION SYSTEM (VNS) Web Edition
OPERATING MANUAL
Types of roads Color
Freeways Green
Main roads Red
Secondary main roads Brown
Normal roads Dark gray
Local roads Dark green
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Direction to take at next guidance point
Type of junction
Intermediate destination
Name of next street or road
Next guidance point
Stored location
Symbol for a Point of Interest – POI (Gas station)
Remaining time to destination
Remaining distance to destination
Map scale
Route
Current road
Final destination
Famous landmarks
The vehicle’s current location
Completed section of the route
Starting point
Traffic information
Outer ring of compass – direction to destination
Compass
Text and symbols on the screen
Area to be avoided
Distance to the next guidance point
VOLVO NAVIGATION SYSTEM (VNS) WITH RTT
VNS is a navigation system developed by Volvo, which is designed
to help guide you to the destination of your choice and provide information along the way.
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RTT
(Real Time Traffic) is an information system developed by Volvo,
which can detect roads/streets with traffic disruptions and make it
possible to select an alternative route past the problem area.
The system includes features that enable you to set itineraries, search
for certain types of points of interest along your route, store special
destinations, obtain traffic informaton en route, etc.
The system indicates the vehicle’s current location, and shows part
or all of the route to your destination, depending on the settings you
have made. If at any time you should decide to deviate from the route
originally set by the system, a new route to the destination will automatically be calculated.
By enabling you to reach your destination quickly and by the most
direct route, Volvo's navigation system also helps contribute to
improving the environment.
NAVTEQ DATABASE End-User License Agreement
See the information on page see page 82.
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Option. Not available in all markets.
Contents
01 Getting to know the
navigation system
This manual................................................. 8
Before you start.......................................... 9
Navigation system, updating and care..... 11
C30 system overview................................ 12
S40 system overview................................ 14
V50 system overview................................ 16
C70 system overview................................ 18
XC90 system overview.............................. 20
Navigation system controls...................... 22
On-screen keypad.................................... 23
Display and voice guidance...................... 24
Unverified roads and Compass................ 26
Menu selections........................................ 27
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02 Easy user mode
Main menu, Shortcut menu, Scroll menu. 32
Menu selections........................................ 33
Setting a destination................................. 34
Show/Remove destination........................ 37
Settings..................................................... 38
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03 Advanced user mode
Main menu, Shortcut menu...................... 42
Map scroll menu....................................... 45
Menu selections........................................ 46
Setting a destination................................. 48
Itinerary..................................................... 53
Next destination........................................ 55
Current position........................................ 56
Traffic information (option)........................ 57
Settings..................................................... 58
System simulation..................................... 62
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04 Traffic information
Introduction............................................... 66
Avoiding traffic problems ......................... 67
Selecting information................................ 69
Reading information.................................. 70
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05 Symbols on the map
Road numbers and Points of interest....... 74
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06 Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions...................... 80
EULA – End User License Agreement...... 82
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Contents
07 Index
Index......................................................... 86
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Contents
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This manual............................................................................................... 8
Before you start........................................................................................ 9
Navigation system, updating and care................................................... 11
C30 system overview.............................................................................. 12
S40 system overview.............................................................................. 14
V50 system overview.............................................................................. 16
C70 system overview.............................................................................. 18
XC90 system overview............................................................................ 20
Navigation system controls..................................................................... 22
On-screen keypad.................................................................................. 23
Display and voice guidance.................................................................... 24
Unverified roads and Compass.............................................................. 26
Menu selections...................................................................................... 27
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GETTING TO KNOW THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM
01 Getting to know the navigation system
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This manual
Using this manual
The manual is divided into chapters describing
the various features and functions of the navigation system.
A section dealing with common questions and
answers, and an index, can be found at the end
of the manual.
Menu selections/Paths
Menu selections are shown in gray text in this
manual, for example:
Set destination
Address City
Changes in the manual
The specifications, design features, and illustrations in this manual are not binding. We
reserve the right to make modifications without
prior notice.
© 2009 Volvo Car Corporation
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Introduction
The VNS system can be used even if a destination has not been selected.
The vehicle’s current route will be shown on the
screen and the vehicle’s position will be indicated by a blue arrow on the map.
The system’s contents may vary from state to
state, and not all menu selections may be available for technical reasons.
Start up
The system starts up by displaying text on the
screen that must be confirmed by pressing
ENTER after you have selected to use either
Easy mode or Advanced mode.
Map mode
When the system has started, the screen will
display the main menu briefly before entering
Map mode. A map of the vehicle's current location will then be displayed.
Press BACK to display the main menu.
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Press ENTER to activate the shortcut
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menu.
Press the navigation control to activate
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Map scroll mode, for example to see parts
of the map that are outside of the screen
area.
Pressing ENTER in this mode activates the
Map scroll menu, see page 32.
On/Off
ON
The ignition must be in position I or II in order
to operate the system (refer to the vehicle’s
owner’s manual).
Press ENTER or BACK.
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The screen will slide up from the dashboard
automatically. It may take several seconds for
the system to determine the vehicle’s location
and direction.
Before you start
Off
1.
Use the navigation control to go to
down
.
2.
Press ENTER (press BACK to go to the
main menu before shutting down).
The screen will retract automatically into the
dashboard.
NOTE
The system can be used even if the engine
is not running. It should be turned off when
not in use to help avoid battery drain.
Settings
The system is provided with default settings,
but it will start with the settings that were most
recently used.
If a setting is changed and you wish to return
to the default setting, only the currently
selected function will be affected.
There is no global reset function to return all
settings to default.
Shut
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Easy/Advanced modes
When the navigation system is started, the
desired user mode can be selected.
Easy
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Only the primary menus are available in this
mode, and can be used to simply get directions
from point A to B.
Advanced
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This mode makes all settings and functions
available.
Switching between modes
Switching between modes can be done in
Settings.
NOTE
Settings made in Easy mode are not used if
the system is switched to Advanced mode,
and vice versa. Settings are stored in the
mode in which they were made.
Demo (simulated guidance)
The navigation system contains a function that
demonstrates guidance to a destination. However, please be aware that the demo can only
be run when the vehicle is at a standstill.
This function is only available when VNS is in
Advanced mode, see Demo on page 62.
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Contents of the main unit
All map information is stored on the main unit’s
hard drive. There is no DVD in the unit when it
is delivered. The DVDs are used for any
updates to system or map information, see the
instructions of the DVD’s cover.
New DVDs are issued on a regular basis with
updated and new information. The latest DVDs
can be purchased from a Volvo retailer.
Volvo cannot be responsible for the accuracy
or completeness of data, maps, or routing
guidance presented by your navigation system. Please contact the map developer, NavTeq at www.navteq.com.
NOTE
The main unit’s DVD player is intended for
Volvo DVDs only.
Updating with a DVD
NOTE
Please note that an update may take up to
90 minutes. Be sure the vehicle’s battery is
adequately charged before beginning.
Navigation system, updating and care
If a DVD contains new system software in addition to map information, the system will begin
by running the software installation.
The vehicle can be driven while the navigation
system is being updated, but VNS cannot be
used while the update is in progress.
To perform an update:
1. Switch on the navigation system.
2. Remove a DVD if one is already inserted in
the system’s DVD player.
3. Insert the DVD containing the updated
information. If there is more than one disc,
insert them in the numbered order.
4. The system will now be automatically
updated. Information will be displayed to
show update progress.
5. After the update, the DVD containing the
most recent update must remain in the
system’s DVD player. If more than one disc
has been used, insert disc 1. If the disc is
removed from the player, the navigation
system will stop functioning.
If the system is switched off while an update is
in progress, the update will be resumed the
next time the system is switched on.
In certain cases, updating map information will
add new system functions.
The VNS start screen will be displayed when
updating is completed.
DVD care
When changing discs, make sure that they
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are kept free of oil, grease and other impurities.
The discs must not be exposed to mois-
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ture.
The discs must be kept in their packaging
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when not in use. Avoid storing discs in
excessive heat, direct sunlight or in a dusty
environment.
Screen care
Clean the display screen with a soft, non-static
cloth or a moist paper towel and a mild window
cleaning agent.
Never use petroleum based solvents or abrasive substances when cleaning the screen.
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C30 system overview
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Main unit
The main unit contains a hard drive, a DVD
player (for navigation system map discs only)
and an integrated GPS (Global Positioning
System) receiver and a TMC (Traffic Message
Channel) receiver.
The main unit has the following functions:
Calculates the vehicle’s current position
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Calculates the route to the selected desti-
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nation
Processes traffic information
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Provides voice guidance
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Stores map data
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Uses the DVD player to update map data
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and system software
GPS receiver
The navigation system uses GPS signals, the
vehicle’s speedometer and a gyroscope to
determine the vehicle’s current location and
direction.
Traffic information – TMC (option)
TMC is a standardized code system for transmitting traffic information. The receiver automatically tunes to the correct frequency and
reception is handled by the audio system’s FM
antenna.
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The area covered by the system is being steadily expanded, which makes occasional
updates necessary, see page 11.
Regardless of whether the navigation system
is in Easy or Advanced mode, broadcast traffic information is always received and presented. see page 66 for additional information.
Speakers
Sound from the navigation system comes
through the audio system’s front speakers.
Navigation control
See page 22.
Screen
The screen displays the maps and provides
detailed information on intersections, distances, etc. See page 11 for information on
caring for the screen.
C30 system overview
IR port for the remote control
See page 22.
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S40 system overview
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Main unit
The main unit contains a hard drive, a DVD
player (for navigation system map discs only)
and an integrated GPS (Global Positioning
System) receiver and a TMC (Traffic Message
Channel) receiver.
The main unit has the following functions:
Calculates the vehicle’s current position
•
Calculates the route to the selected desti-
•
nation
Processes traffic information
•
Provides voice guidance
•
Stores map data
•
Uses the DVD player to update map data
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and system software
GPS receiver
The navigation system uses GPS signals, the
vehicle’s speedometer and a gyroscope to
determine the vehicle’s current location and
direction.
Traffic information – TMC (option)
TMC is a standardized code system for transmitting traffic information. The receiver automatically tunes to the correct frequency and
reception is handled by the audio system’s FM
antenna.
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The area covered by the system is being steadily expanded, which makes occasional
updates necessary, see page 11.
Regardless of whether the navigation system
is in Easy or Advanced mode, broadcast traffic information is always received and presented. see page 66 for additional information.
Speakers
Sound from the navigation system comes
through the audio system’s front speakers.
Navigation control
See page 22.
Screen
The screen displays the maps and provides
detailed information on intersections, distances, etc. See page 11 for information on
caring for the screen.
S40 system overview
IR port for the remote control
See page 22.
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V50 system overview
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Main unit
The main unit contains a hard drive, a DVD
player (for navigation system map discs only)
and an integrated GPS (Global Positioning
System) receiver and a TMC (Traffic Message
Channel) receiver.
The main unit has the following functions:
Calculates the vehicle’s current position
•
Calculates the route to the selected desti-
•
nation
Processes traffic information
•
Provides voice guidance
•
Stores map data
•
Uses the DVD player to update map data
•
and system software
GPS receiver
The navigation system uses GPS signals, the
vehicle’s speedometer and a gyroscope to
determine the vehicle’s current location and
direction.
Traffic information – TMC (option)
TMC is a standardized code system for transmitting traffic information. The receiver automatically tunes to the correct frequency and
reception is handled by the audio system’s FM
antenna.
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The area covered by the system is being steadily expanded, which makes occasional
updates necessary, see page 11.
Regardless of whether the navigation system
is in Easy or Advanced mode, broadcast traffic information is always received and presented. see page 66 for additional information.
Speakers
Sound from the navigation system comes
through the audio system’s front speakers.
Navigation control
See page 22.
Screen
The screen displays the maps and provides
detailed information on intersections, distances, etc. See page 11 for information on
caring for the screen.
V50 system overview
IR port for the remote control
See page 22.
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C70 system overview
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01 Getting to know the navigation system
Main unit
The main unit contains a hard drive, a DVD
player (for navigation system map discs only)
and an integrated GPS (Global Positioning
System) receiver and a TMC (Traffic Message
Channel) receiver.
The main unit has the following functions:
Calculates the vehicle’s current position
•
Calculates the route to the selected desti-
•
nation
Processes traffic information
•
Provides voice guidance
•
Stores map data
•
Uses the DVD player to update map data
•
and system software
GPS receiver
The navigation system uses GPS signals, the
vehicle’s speedometer and a gyroscope to
determine the vehicle’s current location and
direction.
Traffic information – TMC (option)
TMC is a standardized code system for transmitting traffic information. The receiver automatically tunes to the correct frequency and
reception is handled by the audio system’s FM
antenna.
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The area covered by the system is being steadily expanded, which makes occasional
updates necessary, see page 11.
Regardless of whether the navigation system
is in Easy or Advanced mode, broadcast traffic information is always received and presented. see page 66 for additional information.
Speakers
Sound from the navigation system comes
through the audio system’s front speakers.
Navigation control
See page 22.
Screen
The screen displays the maps and provides
detailed information on intersections, distances, etc. See page 11 for information on
caring for the screen.
C70 system overview
IR port for the remote control
See page 22.
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XC90 system overview
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01 Getting to know the navigation system
Main unit
The main unit contains a hard drive, a DVD
player (for navigation system map discs only)
and an integrated GPS (Global Positioning
System) receiver and a TMC (Traffic Message
Channel) receiver.
The main unit has the following functions:
Calculates the vehicle’s current position
•
Calculates the route to the selected desti-
•
nation
Processes traffic information
•
Provides voice guidance
•
Stores map data
•
Uses the DVD player to update map data
•
and system software
GPS receiver
The navigation system uses GPS signals, the
vehicle’s speedometer and a gyroscope to
determine the vehicle’s current location and
direction.
Traffic information – TMC (option)
TMC is a standardized code system for transmitting traffic information. The receiver automatically tunes to the correct frequency and
reception is handled by the audio system’s FM
antenna.
1
The area covered by the system is being steadily expanded, which makes occasional
updates necessary, see page 11.
Regardless of whether the navigation system
is in Easy or Advanced mode, broadcast traffic information is always received and presented. see page 66 for additional information.
Speakers
Sound from the navigation system comes
through the audio system’s front speakers.
Navigation control
See page 22.
Screen
The screen displays the maps and provides
detailed information on intersections, distances, etc. See page 11 for information on
caring for the screen.
IR port for the remote control
See page 22.
XC90 system overview
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Navigation system controls
Location of the navigation control and
IR port
The navigation system can be operated with
the steering wheel-mounted navigation control
or with the remote control.
The navigation control is located on the right,
rear side of the steering wheel.
Point the remote toward the IR port located at
the screen (only the XC90 has the IR port on
the audio system as shown above).
NOTE
The remote control runs on AAA or R03 batteries. Check the batteries if the remote
does not function properly.
Navigation control/remote control
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The navigation control and remote control have
the same functions. Each enables you to navigate through the menus and make settings/
selections.
Use the navigation control to move
among various menu alternatives or to
move the cross hairs on the map. The buttons
, , and on the remote
control can be used for the same purpose.
ENTER – Confirms or activates selections.
BACK – Press this key to go to the previous
menu or to undo a selection.
NOTE
The exact design of the navigation control
may vary from model to model.
"Do not disturb"
In certain situations, the system may need a
few extra seconds to calculate a route. A symbol will be displayed while this is taking place.
NOTE
While the route calculation symbol is displayed, the navigation system cannot
accept any commands from the navigation
control, or the ENTER or BACK buttons.
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Entering letters and selecting
alternatives
The on-screen keyboard is used in many situations in the menus to select specific information such as points of interest, a state/city/
street address/zip code, etc.
Select letters with the navigation control
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and press ENTER.
When there are no further alternatives, the
entire name will be displayed automatically.
The list at the bottom of the screen shows the
first three possible alternatives made available
by the letters that have been entered.
1. You can also go directly to the list of names
by pressing
2.
Select a name and press ENTER.
.
The scroll bar at the right of the screen indicates that there are more alternatives than can
be displayed at one time.
The figure shown indicates the number of
names on the list.
Press BACK to exit the list of names.
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You can also press BACK to delete letters
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one at a time
General searches
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Searches can be made at any time and always
function in the same way, regardless of where
you may be in the menu system when a destination is selected.
Pressing ENTER while keying in characters
displays all result combinations for the respective selections: City, Street, Points of interest,
etc.
For example, when searching for Newark
Airport, all combinations of Newark will be
displayed when NE is entered. As the search
becomes more specific, fewer alternatives will
be displayed, making selection easier.
A search beginning with NE will also display,
for example, NEwmaket restaurant since all
alternatives containing a number of words separated by spaces are included in the search.
On-screen keypad
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Display and voice guidance
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Display appearance
The screen display is determined by factors
such as geographic location and settings that
have been made, such as map scale, the symbols selected to be displayed, etc.
An explanation of the text, signs, and symbols
that may be displayed on the screen can be
found on the inside of the front cover of this
manual.
On a highway. The screen will display the
points of interest along the highway. This
function is available even if a destination
has not been selected. A scroll list at the
right indicates that there are additional
alternatives.
Detailed map showing intersections. The
screen will display lanes on the road to help
you select the correct one at the next intersection. This function is only available on
major roads. Voice guidance is also always
provided.
Two maps have been selected in
Settings. Both sections of the screen dis-
play the same map, but with different
scales, see p. 38 for more information.
Map scroll mode.
Voice guidance
After a destination and guidance has started, a
voice message indicating the action to be
taken and distance will be provided as you
approach an intersection, exit, etc. A detailed
map of the intersection will also be displayed.
The message will be repeated as you come
closer to the intersection.
The upper row on the screen shows the distance to the next exit or turn, and the name of
the exit.
The next row provides road sign information. If
the number of the road or exit, or the name of
the exit are available, this information will also
be displayed.
The vehicle’s current location is shown at the
bottom of the screen.
Toll booths
When driving on toll roads, you will receive
voice notification as you approach toll booths.
This message will only be provided if a destination has been selected.
NOTE
Toll booths are shown on the map but cannot be searched for as points of interest.
Display and voice guidance
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Unverified roads and Compass
Unverified roads
A small number of roads in the system may be
unverified. This means that information on
signs, one-way streets, left turns, etc., may not
be accurate. An itinerary containing unverified
roads will be displayed with gray arrows
instead of the usual yellow ones.
The system provides information when an
unverified road is added to an itinerary and
when the vehicle begins to travel on one of
these roads.
WARNING
Always use good judgment when following
navigation system guidance, and do not follow guidance that seems contrary to your
own best judgment.
Never use the navigation system or any
other feature in your vehicle in a way that
distracts you from the task of driving safely.
Distraction can lead to a serious accident.
Set and make changes in your navigation
system only with the vehicle parked.
Be aware of the current traffic situation.
Always comply with relevant traffic regulations.
Compass
The compass can be displayed in two ways:
– With north always at the top
of the screen.
– With the vehicle's current
screen.
The red point of the compass needle points
north on the map.
The gray destination arrow in the outer ring of
the compass points toward the destination.
Map Options under Settings to change
Go to
the way in which the compass is displayed or
to hide it.
direction at the top of the
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