Hardware Components; The Navigation Commander - Pioneer AVIC-505 Owner's Manual

Your new Pioneer Mobile Navigation System relies on a combination of hardware and
software to provide you with accurate positional information and guidance. Data from global
positioning satellites and a built-in gyrosensor is processed by the software and compared with
maps stored on CD-ROM to accurately show your position on the display.
Before you can use the system, you must install the programme software (provided on a CD-
ROM programme disc), insert the proper map disc (a separate CD-ROM), and complete a
number of settings and calibrations. This section describes the components of the system and
takes you step-by-step through this setup and calibration process. We suggest you spend a little
time reading and understanding the text that follows as an introduction to handling both the
hardware and software components of your new system.

Hardware Components

There are three main parts to the hardware: the main unit, the display, and a remote control unit
called a Navigation commander. The main unit and display should be properly installed in your
vehicle before you attempt to follow the instructions in this manual.

The Navigation commander

Once your Mobile Navigation System has been installed and set up for use, most operations are
carried out using the Navigation commander. In order to work properly, the commander must
be properly positioned with respect to the display. If you have difficulty issuing commands to
the equipment, make sure there is a clear line of sight from the commander to the display.
The commander has a joystick and a number of buttons. Their functions are explained below.