HONDA 2008 MDX 00X31-STX-8100 - Manual (Page 5)

4 Navigation System
Introduction
Manual Overview
The manual is divided into the
following sections:
• Getting started - A basic introduction
that discusses the controls and how to
communicate with the system.
• Entering a Destination - How to enter
an address or locate a point of interest
(POI).
• Driving to your Destination - An
explanation of the map features,
guidance, and cautions.
• Information Features - Message,
Voice Command Help, Cellular
Phonebook, Map Legend, Calendar,
Key to Zagat Ratings, Calculator, and
Roadside Assistance.
• System Set-up - How to set up and
tailor the system for your personal
use and use the Address Book.
The back of this manual contains:
• Map Coverage (page 119)
• Cities with Traffic Coverage
(page 130)
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
(page 134)
• Troubleshooting Guide (page 142)
• Glossary of Terms (page 143)
• Voice Command List (page 146)
• Operation Specific to Alaska and
Hawaii (page 131)
System Overview
Your navigation system is a highly
sophisticated location system with voice
control that uses satellites and a map
database to show you where you are and
to help guide you to a desired
destination.
The navigation system receives signals
from the global positioning system
(GPS), a network of 24 satellites in orbit
around the earth. By receiving signals
from several of these satellites, the
navigation system can determine the
latitude, longitude, and elevation of
your vehicle. In addition, a gyroscopic
yaw sensor and a vehicle speed sensor
in your vehicle keep track of the
direction and speed of travel at all times.