display Acura MDX 2011 Advanced Technology Guide

A D V A N C E D T E C H N O L O G Y G U I D E
The Advanced Technology Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Acura and provide basic instructions
on some of the technology items.
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation\b please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual.
As with the Owner’s Manual\b this guide covers all trim levels of
the Acura MDX. Therefore\b you may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle.
Bluetooth®Audio (Tech/Advance)....................................\1......................... 3\f
iPod®or USB Flash Memory (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1........31
Note Function (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1.............................. 31
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1..... 32
Song By Voice
TM(SBV) (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1................ 33
Rear Entertainment System (RES)(if equipped) ....................................\1.... 35
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM(CMBSTM) (Advance) ..................... 36
Blind Spot Information System (BSI) (Advance) ....................................\1..... 37
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Advance) ....................................\1.......... 38
My Acura....................................\1...........................................\1......................... 4\f
Safety Reminder ....................................\1...........................................\1............. 41
Fuel Requirement ....................................\1...........................................\1........... 41
Advance Package shown
Instrument Panel Indicators....................................\1....................................\1.... 2
Multi-Information Display (MID) ....................................\1................................. 4
Keyless Memory Settings....................................\1....................................\1......... 9
Rearview Camera ...............................................\1....................................\1...... 11
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors ....................................\1....................................\1........ 12
HomeLink
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Voice Recognition ...............................................\1....................................\1..... 14
Navigation (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1................................... 2\f
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic
TM...................................................\1.................... 22
AcuraLink Real-Time WeatherTM...................................................\1............... 23
AcuraLink®Messages ....................................................................\1................ 24
Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink®....................................................................\1....... 25
V O I C E
R E C O G N I T I O N
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B L \b E T O O T H®
H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®
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A D A P T I V E C R U I S E
C O N T R O L
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M U L T I I N F O R M A T I O N
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M U L T I I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y ( M I D )
A c c e s s i n g t h e M I DM a i n D i s p l a y s
L o w e r D i s p l a y s
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.Odometer\bTrip meter
Trip A\b
Odometer Trip B\b
Odometer
Oil life\b
Odometer Outside temperature\b
Odometer
Trip computer
SH-AWD torque
distribution monitor
Keyless Memory Settings
TMTire pressuremonitor
* if phone is paired
When you start the engine\b the MID
shows the last active display from
the previous drive cycle.
To toggle between the different
displays\b presseither Info button
(▲/▼) for the main displays and
press the SEL/RESET button for
the lower displays.SEL/RESET
button
INFO
button
5
4
Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink®
(shown on base model only)*
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T r i p C o m p u t e rT i r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m
While on the Trip Computer display\b
press the SEL/RESET button to
access trip information and to
toggle through the various screens.
Press either INFO (▲/▼) button to
return to the Trip Computer main
display.SEL/RESET
button
INFO
button
Trip computer Average fuel economy A\b
Range
Average fuel economy B\b Range
Average speed\b
Elapsed time
Alerts you when one or more of your tires have significantly low pressure.
Toggle to the tire pressure monitor display to view pressure readings on
the MID.
Inflate the tire(s) to the recommended pressures listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
H o w i t W o r k s
W h a t t o D o
If the tire pressure drops significantly below recommended levels:
• The low tire pressure indicator comes on.
• A "CHECK TIRE PRESSURE" message appears on the MID.
• The tire(s) icon showing low pressure blinks.
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K E Y L E S S M E M O R Y S E T T I N G S
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2. Check the MID:
• If you have the correct remote\b the driver ID that first appears onthe MID will match the ID number on the back of your remote.
Go to step 3.
• If the numbers do not match\b follow these simple instructions:
-Remove the key from the ignition switch.
- Press the unlock button on your remote.
- Insert the key into the ignition switch\b turnit to ON (II)\b and
check the MID. The driver ID that first appears on the MID
should now match the number on the back of your remote.
C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s U s i n g t h e M I D
1. Select “CHG SETTING.”
3. Select “AUTO DOOR
UNLOCK.”4. Select “SHIFT TO P.”
5.Select “ALL DOORS.”
6. Once the setting has been saved\b select“EXIT.”
Six groups of settings can be programmed using the MID*: Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) Setup (if equipped)\b Meter Setup\b Position Setup\b Lighting Setup\b
Door/Window Setup\b and Wiper Setup.
SEL/RESET
button
Info
button
Pressthe Info button to toggle to
the “Keyless Memory Settings”
display\b then pressSEL/RESET to
activate the menu.
M o d i f y i n g t h e A u t o D o o r U n l o c k S e t t i n g
* See Customized Settings in your owner’s manual for other programmable settings.
When linked\b each remote (labeled 1 or 2 on the back) activates its own set of
programmable audio\b climate\b driving position memory\b and customized settings (MID).
1. Verify that you are using the correct remote by inserting the key inthe ignition switch and turning to ON (II).
C h e c k p o i n t
2. Select “DOOR/WINDOW
SETUP.”
3. Once you have the correct remote\b you can begin to program your
Keyless Memory Settings.
As the default setting\b only the driver's door unlocks when you shift to Park.
Follow the steps below to set all doors to unlock when you shift to Park:
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C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s
S t o r i n g A u d i o a n d C l i m a t e C o n t r o l S e t t i n g s
Some examples on how to program vehicle settings.1.Turn the ignition switch to
ON(II).
2. Store your desired stations on
the preset buttons and adjust
your preferred audio sound
levels (BASS\b TREBLE\b etc.).
3. Set your preferred climate
control settings (fan speed\b
temperature\b etc.).
4. Once you turn the car off\b your preferred settings are
saved and activated by the
corresponding remote (1 or 2).
D r i v i n g P o s i t i o n M e m o r y S y s t e m ( D P M S )
1. Turn the ignition switch to
ON (II). Shiftinto Park (P).3.Press and hold the MEMO
button until you hear a beep\b
then release.
2. \fdjust your preferred seat\b
steering wheel\b and outside
mirror settings.4. Press and hold the memory
button # corresponding to the
remote (1 or 2) you are using
until you hear two beeps.
* See Customized Settings in your owner’s manual for other programmable settings.
R E A R V I E W C A M E R A
For added convenience\b the area behind your vehicle is displayed to help you
navigate while backing up.
When you shift into
Reverse (R)\b a real-time
image of the area behind
your vehicle\b along with
helpful parking guide
lines\b shows in the
monitor. It turns off when
you shift out of Reverse.
H o w I t W o r k s
Press and hold the power
button for about 3 seconds.
A d j u s t i n g t h e V i e w M o d e ( B a s e M o d e l )
T u r n i n g t h e G u i d e L i n e s
O n o r O f f
Press and release the power
button.
T u r n i n g t h e R e a r v i e w
M o n i t o r O n o r O f f
Press and hold CANCEL for
about 3 seconds.
A d j u s t i n g t h e V i e w M o d e ( T e c h \b A d v a n c e )
T u r n i n g t h e G u i d e
L i n e s O n o r O f fS w i t c h i n g V i e w s
Note: A stored memory position is linked to the corresponding keyless remote
(1 or 2). Each item begins to adjust when you unlock the driver’s door with
the remote and enter the vehicle. Base Model
Base Model
Tech/\fdvance
Tech/\fdvance
There are 3 rearview modes.
Press ENTER to toggle between
views. Turnthe Interface Dial to
adjust the screen brightness.
Normal
Normal
Top down
Top down Wide
Wide
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U s i n g t h e V o i c e C o m m a n d S y s t e mV o i c e C o m m a n d T i p s
HFL Talk button:
Give HFL
commands and answer
incoming calls.
HFL Back button: Cancel a
command and end or decline
a call.
B a s e M o d e l
PickUp button: Answer an
incoming call\b or go directly to the
Cellular Phone screen.
HangUp button: End a call or
decline a call.
Talk button: Give HFL\b navigation\b
audio\b climate control\b or
AcuraLink commands.
Back button: Cancel a command
and return to the previous screen.
T e c h \b A d v a n c e P a c k a g e
- To hear a list of available commands at any time\b press and release the
Talk button\b then say“Help.”
- When using the Talk button\b wait for a beep\b then give a command.
- Speak in a clear\b natural voice.
- Reduce all background noise.
- Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
- Close the windows.
C o m m o n l y U s e d V o i c e C o m m a n d s
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
L o o k f o r R e s t a u r a n t s
N e a r Y o u r L o c a t i o n
Say a command like “Display
restaurants” to see restaurant icons
appear on the map.
A d j u s t V e h i c l e ’ s C l i m a t e
S e t t i n g
Say a command like “Air
conditioner on” and“Fan speed 4”
to achieve a comfortable climate
setting.
M a k e A u d i o S e l e c t i o n s
Say a command like “Radio 97.\f
FM” or“CD play track 5” to select
that station or song.
G e t E s t i m a t e d D i s t a n c e
t o D e s t i n a t i o n
After a destination is entered\b say
“How far to destination?” to hear
the remaining distance.
Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these
to familiarize yourself with the voice command system.
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C o m m o n l y U s e d V o i c e C o m m a n d s ( c o n t i n u e d )
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
G e n e r a l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens to change displays)
• Display map
• Display menu
• Information• Display audio
screen
• What time is it?
F i n d P l a c e C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Find nearest: - ATM
- gas station
- Mexican restaurant
- post office - bank
- Acura dealer
- airport
- hospital
D i s p l a y C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Display (or hide):
- ATM
- gas station
- restaurant
- post office • Display north up/
heading up
• Zoom in/out
• Go home
• Display current location
N a v i g a t i o n C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen after a destination is entered)
A u d i o C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Radio on
• Radio # FM/AM
• Radio preset 1/2/3/4/5/6
• XM channel #
• XM 1/2 preset 1/2/3/4/5/6 • CD play
• CD play track #
• CD skip
forward/back
• iPod/USB/HDD play
S e t u p C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Setup screen)
W e a t h e r C o m m a n d s *(Accepted on map screen)
• Brightness up/down
• Volume up/down/ min/max/off • Interface dial
feedback on/off
• Guidance prompts min/max/normal
• Display weather
• Display weather icons • Display weather
warning icons
H e l p C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Help (list of available commands forcurrent screen)
• Voice command help (from the INFO screen - list of all available navigation\b
audio\b and climate control commands)
C l i m a t e C o n t r o l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
T r a f f i c C o m m a n d s *(Accepted on Map screen)
• Display traffic
• Display traffic speeds • Display traffic icons
• Display traffic incidents/list
*subscription required
• How long/far to the destination?
• Display destination
• Display entire route • Air conditioner
on/off
• Rear defrost on/off
• Climate control recirculate/fresh
air • Fan speed
up/down
• Temperature # degrees (# = 57–87)
• Temperature max hot/cold
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E n t e r i n g a D e s t i n a t i o n
N A V I G A T I O N( T e c h \b A d v a n c e P a c k a g e )
Real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current
location and help guide you to a desired destination.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
U s i n g V o i c e C o n t r o lU s i n g t h e “ F i n d N e a r e s t ” C o m m a n dTry these simple steps to find a nearby point of interest\b such as a gas station\b
movie theater\b restaurant\b etc.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
1. Say “Find nearest ATM.”
2. A list of the nearest ATMs in
your area is displayed by
shortest distance to
destination.
3. Say the number next to the
destination you want.
4. The system calculates the route and displays the
“Calculate route to” screen.
Say “OK” to set the route.
* You can also use the Interface Dial to complete this procedure. * You can also use the Interface Dial to complete this procedure.
Calculated Route
Distance to go
Direction of destination
Current vehicle
location
M a p S c r e e n
L e g e n d
1.
Say “Display menu” and
“Address.”
2. Say “Street” followed by the
street name. Do not include
the direction (N\b S\b E\b W) or
type (St.\b Ave.\b Blvd.\b etc.).
3. A list of street names appears. Say the number next to the
street you want. 4.
Say the entire street address
number. For example\b “\f\b2\b3\b
4.”
5. If the street address is in more than one city\b a list of city
names appears. Saythe num-
ber next to the city you want.
6. The system calculates the route and displays the
“Calculate route to” screen.
Say “OK” to set the route.
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Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
D i s p l a y i n g T r a f f i c I n f o r m a t i o n
Say“Display traffic”** to view highway flow of data.
\bOTE:Traffic flow and incident
icons can only be displayed on
map scales of 5 miles (8 km) or
less.
Heavy traffic
Moderate traffic
Freeflow traffic
* Subscription\bbased service through Sirius XM Radio®(free 90\bday trial upon vehicle purchase)
** You can also display this information manually using the Interface Dial from the Map menu.
Traffic
Flow
data
Incident
icon
Incident
Incident Icons:
Congestion
Construction
Road
closed
Weather
A C U R A L I N K R E A L T I M E W E A T H E RT M*( i f e q u i p p e d )
D i s p l a y i n g W e a t h e r I c o n s
Say “Display weather”**to view weather icons for each city.
*Subscription\bbased service through Sirius XM Radio®(free 90\bday trial upon vehicle purchase)
** You can also display this information manually using the Interface Dial from the Map menu.
Clear
Weather Icons:
Partly
Cloudy
Cloudy
Fog
Rain
Snow
Provides continuously updated weather conditions\b warnings\b and forecasts in
major metro areas.
1. Say “Display traffic incidents”
to view a list of incidents in
your area.
2. Say “On route” to view specific
incidents on your route.
3. Say the number of the
incident you wish to avoid\b
and say“Avoid.”
4. The system notifies you that your
route has been changed.
T r a f f i c R e r o u t i n gT M
The system can automatically provide detours around traffic incidents (if
Traffic Rerouting is ON in Setup)\b or you can calculate a new route manually.
W e a t h e r F o r e c a s t
Say “Weather forecast” to view a
1-day or 3-day forecast of your
current position or city vicinity.
R a d a r I m a g e M a p
Say “Radar map” to view color-
coded rain or snow systems.
W e a t h e r W a r n i n g L i s t
Say “Warning list sorted by distance”
to view a list of all U.S. weather
warnings by distance.
W e a t h e r W a r n i n g M a p
Say “Warning map” to view color-
coded severe weather systems.
D i s p l a y i n g W e a t h e r I n f o r m a t i o n
Say “Information,” then“Weather information” for the following options:
\bOTE:Weather icons are
available on all map scales.
A C U R A L I N K R E A L T I M E T R A F F I CT M*( i f e q u i p p e d )
Provides continuously updated info\b including traffic speed\b incidents\b and
construction in major metro areas.
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P l a y i n g A u d i o F i l e s u s i n g V o i c e C o m m a n d s ( c o n t i n u e d )
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
U s i n g t h e “ L i s t ” C o m m a n d
The system
provides
voice
feedback
and lists
possible
matches.
A list of tracks
from the
selected artist
displays.
Say
"iPod search"
or "HDD search."
Say "List" and
one of the
options on the
Search Mode
screen. For
example\b say
"List Artist XYZ."
Say the
number of
your selection.
For example\b
say "One."
The system
plays the
selection and
returns to the
Search Mode
screen. Say
the
number of
the artist.
For
example\b
say "Four."
if exact
matchfound if exact
match
not found
O p e r a t i n g t h e R E S f r o m t h e F r o n t S e a t
R E A R E N T E R T A I N M E N T S Y S T E M ( R E S )( i f e q u i p p e d )
Rear passengers can enjoy a different entertainment source than the front seat
occupants. If listening to the same media source\b both the driver and the rear
passenger have the ability to control functions for that source.
1.Press REAR PWR; the DVD
monitor automatically opens.
Rear passengers hear audio
through the wireless
headphones.
2. Press REAR CTRL OFF to
disable rear audio controls.
3. Press REAR SOURCE to
temporarily hear what is
playing in the rear.
4. Select a media source for
the rear passengers. Press
FRONT SOURCE to return to
the front audio controls.
O p e r a t i n g t h e R E S f r o m t h e R e a r S e a t
1. From the front audio panel\b make sure REAR PWR is on
and rear control is not
disabled.
2. From the rear control panel\b press DVD/AUX\b DISC/HDD\b XM\b
or FM/AM to make a selection.
4. The rear control panel can be detached and used as
a remote control. Press the
RELEASE button to remove it
from the ceiling.
3. Use the ( )(
)(
)( ) buttons
to navigate the menu on the
display. Pressthe ENT button
to select a function.
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