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Mazda CX-9 Navigation Features and Questions

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Re: Mazda Nav is a ripoff [ceric] by readyformyrl
May 04, 2008 (8:07 am)
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Replying to: ceric (Apr 29, 2008 6:30 pm)

Can't comment on Toyota or Lexus, haven't experienced either...can only comment on Acura and Infiniti, which have voice recognition capability that works. I personally believe Infiniti has the best voice recogntion I've seen, but Acura gives you the capability to talk or use the wheel(regardless of speed), so I believe this is the best overall.
 
None the less, as my previous post states, if safety is such the concern why doesn't my radio, IPOD, or any of the other option lock up when my speed is above 5mph, the Nav in my opinion, is no more distracting.
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Re: Mazda Nav is a ripoff [readyformyrl] by ceric
May 04, 2008 (9:36 pm)
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Replying to: readyformyrl (May 04, 2008 8:07 am)

There are ways to defeat the lockup.
The easiest one is to cut the speed sensor input into NAVI unit and MFD.
Install a switch so that when you need to enter info, switch it open. When done, you switch it back.
I love my CX-9. IMHO, it is THE best deal in the segment.
A safety lockup does not constitute a "ripoff" in my book.
I have no desire to install such a switch. If I do, I will get a workshop manual to
find the wire. It should be an easy job.
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Re: Mazda Nav is a ripoff [ceric] by imamg
May 05, 2008 (2:41 pm)
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Replying to: ceric (May 04, 2008 9:36 pm)

People do realise that if you have a POI or address already in the system that you can switch while you're driving ( on the fly )? And though the voice activation isn't that great... it is still functional...
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Re: Mazda Nav is a ripoff [ceric] by readyformyrl
May 05, 2008 (7:41 pm)
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Replying to: ceric (May 04, 2008 9:36 pm)

I love the car, I just can't stand the nav system. If I pay for something I can't use fully, it's a ripoff. I'm not inclined to cut the speed sensor, that's why I purchased a portable.
 
It's no different than messing around with your stereo or IPOD. Is it really a safety feature? If that's the case, I believe Acura/Honda would probably follow suit if it was such an outstanding "safety feature." They sell a few cars, and they've certainly sold more with Nav technology in them.
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hidden diagnostic/test modes by ceric
May 06, 2008 (10:40 pm)
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Hi, All of you CX-9ers with NAVI system:
There are two hidden modes (disgnostic and test) in your CX-9's NAVI system.
You are able to calibrate and check settings through it.
If interested, please read the .xls in the link.
http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123676014
These modes are described in WorkShop Manual of Mazda CX-9.
Yes, I got one from eBay. It is as thick as a phone book. I am still reading it.
P.S. proceed at your own risk
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trouble programming "home" in destination menu by badself
May 22, 2008 (8:44 pm)
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What am I missing?
 
I've been trying to program my home address into the "home" section of the destination menu; however, it is greyed out and does not respond to my touch prompts. Only the first three sections are highlighted and operational (i.e. "address", "point of interest", and "SOS emergency".
 
The initial navigation setup was performed by the dealer, so I cannot state with certainty that the unit was activated properly, but it probably was.
 
Could somebody please point me to the solution?
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Re: trouble programming "home" in destination menu [badself] by howardru
May 29, 2008 (4:47 pm)
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Replying to: badself (May 22, 2008 8:44 pm)

Same problem. Brand new CX-9 brought home today.
 
Have you found a solution?
 
Thanks
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Re: trouble programming "home" in destination menu [badself] by howardru
May 30, 2008 (3:05 am)
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Replying to: badself (May 22, 2008 8:44 pm)

I finally found the method to set the HOME deep down on another website for the CX-7. It's very similar to mine.
 
First, you'll want to set a regular memory point for your current home address. You'll see why later.
 
1) Hit Menu Button
2) Select Address Book
3) Select Memory Points/Home
4) Select List
5) Select Change until "Home" is shown at the title area
6) Select Home from list (it's the only item shown)
7) Map appears with "Edit Home Position" as the title
 
At this point, the Home setting stuck.
 
According to this other website you have to do the following, which was not required on mine.
 
Possibly...
You must use the joystick move the cursor to the coordinates where you want to set the Home position. If you've set the memory point for your home address, it's as easy as scrolling over to that point, aiming the crosshair to the point, and hitting Enter. Home point is now set!

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