NVU84 - Gps SONY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL NVU84 SONY

Getting Started Checking the box contents Make sure you have received all items. Main unitSONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Getting Started Location of controls

Built-in microphone for hands- free calling (NV-U94T only)

VOICE/POS. button Shows the current position and repeats the last voice guidance.

Display window/touch screen

(Bluetooth) indicator (NV-U94T only)

CHG (battery charge) indicator Red: charging. Green: fully charged. Off: adapter disconnected.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Getting Started Location of controls

Built-in GPS antenna

Installation / Connection Attaching the cradle to your car 1 Remove the protection cover. Use the cover to keep the suction cup clean when not in use. 2 Select the installation location on the dashboard. Choose a clean, smooth surface with an unobstructed view of the sky. 3 Press firmly, then turn the lever counterclockwise to lock into the position. Note Clean the surface of the suction cup with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth if it becomes dirty and attachment strength weakens. Be sure to dry the suction cup before reattaching.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

To install on the windshield Rotate the suction cup before attaching. Any other procedure is the same as for installing on the dashboard.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Installation / Connection Connecting the power Connect the cradle to the cigarette lighter socket with the supplied car battery adapter.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Attaching the unit to the cradle 1 Press OPEN/RELEASE to open the built-in GPS antenna. 2 Insert the unit firmly into the cradle until it clicks into place. Click 3 Adjust the monitor angle for optimal viewing.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Installation / Connection Installing the TMC antenna (NV-U94T only) 1 Plug the cord to the cradle. 2 Attach the suction cups to the inside of the car’s windshield. To expel air inside the suction cups, press the center and periphery firmly.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Activating the TMC service After the 90-day free trial, the TMC (Traffic Message Channel) service requires a fee. Follow the procedure below to activate the TMC service. 1 Purchase the TMC activation code at: http://www.navigation.com/sony For details, follow the instructions at the above website. 2 Activate the service on the unit. Touch MENU “Traffic Information” “Settings” “Activate TMC Service” “Activate.” Enter the purchased activation code.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Installation / Connection Detaching the unit 1 Press and hold OPEN/RELEASE to release the unit. 2 Close the built-in GPS antenna.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Detaching the cradle IMPORTANT Follow the instructions below to avoid damaging the surface of the suction cup. 1 Turn the lever clockwise to unlock the cradle. 2 Use the tab to detach the cradle from surface. Tab 3 Attach the protection cover. Note After each use, detach the cradle from the dashboard or windshield.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Navigation Turning on the unit 1 Park your car in a safe, open place where the unit has a clear view of the sky. 2 Slide /. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions of the Startup Configuration Wizard before the first use. 4 Read the warning, then touch “Agree.” 5 Touch VOICE/POS. 6 Wait until the current position calculation completes via GPS signals. The icon will turn red to indicate sufficient GPS signal strength. Current position iconGray: Position not fixed (insufficient signals).Orange: Reception temporarily interrupted.Red: Position fixed. Notes

The calculation may take as long as 10 minutes the first time you use the unit.

The default position is displayed on the map until the calculation is complete.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Touch to start the route guidance to your home.

Touch to show the current position on the map.

Navigation Searching by address 1 Touch MENU, then “Enter Address.” 2 Enter the house number. Touch “Next” after entering the house number. To change the state, touch “State” before touching “Next.” 3 Set the street name. Enter the name, touch “Search,” then select from the list. SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

4 Set the city name. Enter the name, touch “Search,” then select from the list.

By entering just the first few letters of a street, city, or state name, its candidate list will be generated after touching “Search.”

The state can be set by entering its standard 2-letter abbreviation (e.g., NY for New York).SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Navigation Searching by POI (Points Of Interest) name 1 Touch MENU, then “Find a Place.” 2 Touch “Points of Interest.” 3 Touch “By Name.”SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

4 Enter the POI name, then touch “Search.” 5 Touch the desired POI in the list. 6 Touch “Go.” To search by POI category Select “Find a Place” “Points of Interest” “Category” the desired category the desired POI “Go.” Tip You can find local airports by entering their 3-letter abbreviations (e.g., LAX for Los Angeles International Airport).SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Distance/ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) to destination

Next turn instruction

Distance to next turn

Current direction/speed

Current position/GPS status indication

North indicator/current time

Dual view Approaching a freeway junction Approaching a street intersection

Lane guide (correct lane in yellow)

Magnified view of an intersection

Touch to toggle the map orientation (heading up/north up).

Touch to show the traffic messages. (NV-U94T only) : Checks the delay time (minutes) and shows messages on the current route. : Shows messages not on the current route.

Touch to show the call in progress display. (NV-U94T only, during a hands-free call)SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

During route guidance: Touch to repeat the last voice guidance. In other cases: Touch to return to the current position display.

Touch to show additional map options. (E.g., “Save This Location,” “Quit Navigation,” etc.)

Touch to show the turn-by-turn list. (Only during route guidance)

Touch to adjust the voice guidance volume. Touch / . To turn off the sound, touch .

Navigation Map scrolling mode 1 Touch the map to switch to the scrolling mode. 2 Place the desired point into the crosshair. To scroll a map Drag the screen. To move the desired point to the center of the screen Touch the point. To pan the map Touch and hold the center of the crosshair until the beep sounds, then drag it in the desired direction. Crosshair To exit the map scrolling mode Touch VOICE/POS. (the current position reappears).SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Basic Settings Touch MENU to show the setting menu. Page down Setting categories Page up The setting menu includes the following categories:

“Route Planning”: Future route planning by adding interim destinations

“Address Book”: Saved locations edit

“General”: Menu settings and device information

“Route Profile”: Route calculation settings

“Guide”: Route guidance voice and zoom settings

“Bluetooth” (NV-U94T only): General Bluetooth setups

Hands-free Calling (NV-U94T only) Step 1: Pairing First, register (“pair”) your cellphone with this unit. This registration (pairing) is required only for the first time. 1 Set the cellphone to allow for searching (discoverable). 2 Touch MENU. 3 Touch , then “Bluetooth.” 4 Touch “Bluetooth Signal” to set to “ON.” The Bluetooth indicator lights up in blue. 5 Touch “Add Devices,” then “OK.” 6 In the list, touch the cellphone to register. 7 Enter the same passkey on this unit and the cellphone. The passkey is a 4 or more digit number (e.g., 1234), which is either selected by yourself or determined by the cellphone. For details, see also the manual of the cellphone.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Step 2: Connecting Connect this unit and the cellphone for hands-free calling. Once paired, the unit automatically connects to the last connected cellphone. To connect manually, follow the procedure below. 1 Touch MENU. 2 Touch , then “Phone.” 3 Touch “Select Phone.” 4 In the list, touch the cellphone to connect, then “OK.” The unit is connected to the cellphone. Note The Bluetooth signal must be active both on this unit and the cellphone in order to connect.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Hands-free Calling (NV-U94T only) Step 3: Hands-free calling Once the unit is connected to the cellphone, you can make/receive a hands-free call. Making a call 1 Touch MENU. 2 Touch , then “Phone.” 3 Touch “Make a Call,” then “Numeric Input.” 4 Enter the phone number. 5 Touch . To end the call Touch .SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Receiving a call The following display indicates an incoming call, along with the ring tone. Touch to answer. To reject the call Touch . To end the call Touch .SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)

Audio / Video Playback (NV-U94T only) You can play audio/video files stored on a “Memory Stick Duo.” To start playback, touch MENU “Audio” or “Video.” Audio playback display MP3 and AAC files are played. Use the tool bar to control playback.

Files stored in “MUSIC” folder on 1st level of “Memory Stick Duo.” Video playback display MP4 files are played. Use the tool bar to control playback.

Files stored in “VIDEO” folder on 1st level of “Memory Stick Duo.” For details on compatible file type and how to transfer files to the “Memory Stick Duo,” see “Instruction Manual” (PDF).

Photo Playback You can view photo files on a “Memory Stick Duo.” To start playback, touch MENU “Photo.” Photo playback display JPEG files shot by a Sony digital still camera are played. Use the tool bar to control playback. For details on compatible file type, see “Instruction Manual” (PDF).

Questions / Problems If you have any question or problem with this product, try the following first. 1 Read Troubleshooting in the supplied “Important Information.” If the problem persists

2 Reset the unit by pressing RESET. Note Stored data/destinations such as in the following items will not be erased. – “Address Book” – “Recent Destinations” – “Phone Book” (NV-U94T only) RESET If the problem still persists

Extra Items To get the most out of the unit, download and install the following items on your computer. Instruction Manual (PDF): Contains descriptions of all functions. PC application software: For firmware upgrades and data management. 1 Go to http://esupport.sony.com/ 2 Enter your model number (e.g., NV-U94T), then click “Continue.” 3 Download the desired item. To download the manual, select “Documentation” “Instruction Manual.” To download the software, select “Drivers” “nav-u tool.” For details, follow the instructions at the website.SONY NV-U94T/U84 (US,FR,ES) 4-107-848-11 (1)