Acura RL. Manual - part 660

Fig. 83: Screen Display - Demo Mode
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Mic Level

This diagnostic allows you to independently test the microphone and the NAVI TALK and BACK buttons.
They are used to activate the voice control system. The microphone is located near the map light in the roof
console. It is directional, and works best with the voice coming from the drivers seat.

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Press the TALK button on the steering wheel, and in a normal voice say "testing." The TALK
indicator on the screen should momentarily turn green, and the text "Now Recording..." should appear
in yellow. If the Mic Level indicator should on the screen does not briefly turn green, then check the
wiring from the steering wheel talk button to the navigation unit. If there is no "Mic Level" movement
when you speak, then you should check the wires running from the microphone in the roof console to
the HFL unit and the navigation unit. If the wires are OK, the microphone must be faulty; replace the
roof console (see ROOF CONSOLE REPLACEMENT ).

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Press the BACK button on the steering wheel. The Cancel indicator on the screen should momentarily
turn green. If it does not briefly turn green, then check the wiring from the steering wheel BACK
button to the navigation unit.

Fig. 84: Screen Display - Mic Level
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SAVE USERS MEMORY

When replacing the navigation unit, this function allows the dealer to transfer the client's personal data to
the new navigation unit.

This is similar to saving and entering the client's audio presets when replacing an audio core. The transferred
information includes their Setup settings, and personal addresses. The dealer inserts a PC card (like the PC
card in the HDS), and then selects the "Save users Memory" function. The two functions in this diagnostic

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screen are Export and Import. Export saves the client's data to the PC card, and Import moves the PC card
files to the new core.

Seethe FAQs below for information regarding PC cards, and the use of this function.

Fig. 85: Screen Display - Save Users Memory
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Export

Select this button to move the client's data from the original navi ECU to the PC card. Select "YES" on the
"Export User Data" Confirmation screen. The process takes only a couple of seconds. The system stores two
small files on the card.

Fig. 86: Screen Display - Save Users Memory
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Import

After installing the client's original DVD in the new core, allow the system to boot up. Insert the PC card in
the new core and enter the navigation diagnostic mode.

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Fig. 87: Screen Display - Save Users Memory
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Select "YES" on the "Import Confirmation" screen.

Import moves the two files stored by the Export process from the PC card to the new navi ECU. When the
transfer is finished (a few seconds) the system will automatically reboot. After the system reboots, remove
the PC card from the PC slot.

If the Import button is grayed out, follow the troubleshooting in the FAQs below. The client's files can only
be transferred to a new core if the "Model" and the "Program Flash" shown on the "Version" screen are the
same. So files cannot be transferred from Civic to Accord, or from a Civic with version 1.07.00 to a Civic
with version 1.32.00.

PC Card FAQs

PC CARD FAQS CHART

Question

Answer

Where do we buy the flash
memory or adaptors, and what
do we ask for?

You need a "PCMCIA type II" adaptor and a flash memory chip (see
below for memory chip types). They can be purchased at a computer,
or office supply store. The card will have the same size and shape as
the PC card in the HDS. Adaptors that accept multiple flash types are
not recommended.

What memory flash chips will
work with what adaptors?

The flash memory devices that have been tested include Compact
Flash (CF), and ATA style (like the card in the HDS). Other card types
and flash memory chips may work, but have not been tested.

What capacity card do 1 need
for this function?

A memory chip with capacity of 64 MB to 2 GB will work. The two
files moved to the card during "export" are less than a Megabyte in
size. An adaptor and flash memory can be obtained for less than 50
dollars.

Should the dealer have a
dedicated card for the Export
and Import navigation
function?

Yes, treat the card as a dedicated "special tool" that should be used
anytime your '07 or later client needs their navi personal files
transferred to a new ECU core.

What device can 1 use to
maintain the card, and delete
files?

Any computer store sells USB style PC card readers that accept the
card, and allow you to perform file maintenance on your card. Most
laptops will also accept the card.

Can we move the client's data
to different models (like
moving Civic navi data to a
Pilot)?

No, the files are model specific and will only load into a navi ECU
with the same part number.

Can we move the client's data
to the same vehicle with a
different software version
(Like moving version 4.51)?

The client's files can only be transferred to a new core, if the "Model"
and the "Program Flash" shown on the "Version" screen are the same.
Files cannot be transferred from Civic to Civic Hybrid (different model
code), or '07 Civic to '08 Civic (different versions).

The "Export" button is
"grayed out" Why?

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A PC card with its media memory chip is not inserted properly.

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Check the card's edge connector, and the pins inside the
navigation unit (with a flashlight) for damage.

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The "Import" button is
"grayed out". Why is this?

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A PC card with it's media memory chip is not inserted.

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The model code of the files stored during export do not match
the model code of the new navi ECU.

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The version of the files from the original navi ECU are not the
same as the version in the new ECU.

Will other files on the card
like images or music files
prevent the Export/Import
function from working?

No, the system simply adds two small files that are recognized by the
new core when performing the Import function. However, if the card is
full, the "Export" function won't work correctly.

Do I have to delete the files
on the card after each transfer
of the client's data?

After the transfer of client data to the new core, the files remain on the
card. Since this is confidential information, we recommend that you
delete these files after each use. Please note that each time you export
navi files of the same model and version, the files are overwritten.
Over time the card will accumulate two files for each version of the 8
or so Honda navi models.

What format should be used if
the card needs reformatting?

It is unlikely that the card will ever need formatting, however the FAT
file system should be used.

I can't enter the navi
diagnostic mode to do the
Export/Import function. How
can I transfer the client's data?

Some internal navi ECU failures may make it impossible to use the
Export/Import function.

Why wont the Export or
Import functions work?
What do 1 check as part of
troubleshooting?

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The card may not be fully inserted into the slot. Eject the card,
and inspect for warping or damage to the edge connector. Never
use excessive force to insert a card. This can result in damage to
the pins in the rear of the slot.

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The card may not contain files that are recognized by the new
core. Navi data can only be transferred between cores with the
same "Model code", and with the same navi "Program flash"
version.

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The flash memory chip type may not be accepted by the system.
Only Compact Flash and ATA cards have been tested.

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The card's PCMCIA adaptor may be preventing a known good
card from playing. Avoid multi slot type PCMCIA adaptors that
accept several different flash memory types.

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The card may be full and as a result the files are stored, but
without any data. Export and import appear to function, but
move nothing. Delete unused files from the card.

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There may not be any files on the card. If the card has a "write
protection" switch, make sure it is turned off before attempting
to use the Export function.

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Although flash memory chips are reliable, occasionally they
develop bad sectors or other formatting errors that prevents them
from accepting files. The card should be reformatted using the
FAT format.

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The card may have been formatted using the format "NTFS".
Only the "FAT" format is accepted by the system.

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Hard Disc Drive (HDD) cards may not work properly in the

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