Acura MDX 2015 Navigation Manual
Manufacturer: ACURA, Model Year: 2015, Model line: MDX, Model: Acura MDX 2015Pages: 341, PDF Size: 9.42 MB
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Error MessagesHard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio
Troubleshooting
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio
If an error occurs while playing the Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio, you may see the 
following error messages. If you cannot cl ear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
HDD access error.
Please consult your dealer.—
The display system temperature is too high. For protection, the system 
will shut off until the display cools down.Turn the audio system off and allow the player to cool down until the 
error message is cleared.
The navigation system temperature  is too low. For protection, the 
system will shut o ff until it warms up.The navigation system has difficulty reading the HDD when the 
temperature is below approximatel y -22°F (-30°C). The navigation 
system starts up automaticall y when the display warms up.
Unplayable FileAppears when a file format not  supported. Current track will be 
skipped. The next supported track plays automatically. 
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Error MessagesiPod®/USB Flash Drive
Troubleshooting
iPod®/USB Flash Drive
If an error occurs while playing an iPod® or USB flash drive, you may see the 
following error messages. If you cannot cl ear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
USB ErrorAppears when there is a problem with the audio system. Check if the device is compatible with the audio 
system.
Incompatible USB Device
Please Check Owner’s ManualAppears when an incompatible device is connected. Di sconnect the device. Then turn the audio system off, 
and turn it on again. Do not reconnec t the device that caused the error.
Unsupported VersionAppears when an unsupported iPod® is connected. If  it appears when a supported iPod® is connected, 
update the iPod® software to the newer version.
Connect RetryAppears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod®. Reconnect the iPod®.
Unplayable FileAppears when the files in the USB flash drive are DRM or an unsupported format. This error message 
appears for about 3 seconds, then plays the next song.
No Data
Appears when the iPod® is empty.
Appears when the USB flash drive is empty or there ar e no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in the USB flash drive.
Check that compatible files are stored on the device.
UnsupportedAppears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported device is connected, 
reconnect the device.
iPod®
USB flash drive
iPod® and USB flash drive 
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Error MessagesPandora®
Troubleshooting
Pandora®
If an error occurs while playing Pandora®, you may see the following error messages. 
If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
Incompatible USB Device
Please Check Owner’s ManualAppears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect the 
device. Then turn the audio system off, and turn it again. Do not 
reconnect the device th at caused the error.
There is no station list in the device.
Please add the station list to your device.
No stations have been created.
Please create a station on the device.
Appears when there is no station list on the device. Use the device to 
create a station.
Music licenses force us to  limit the number of tracks you may skip each 
hour.Appears when you try to  skip a song or select Dislike over the 
predetermined number of times in an hour.
Unable to save rating.
Unable to save bookmark
or
Unable to skipAppears when the commanded operation is failed. Try again later.
No dataAppears when no data is available  with Pandora® activated. Reboot 
the app and reconnect the device.
PANDORA ver unsupportAppears when Pandora® version is not supported. Update Pandora® 
to the latest version.
PANDORA system maintenanceAppears when the Pandora® server is in maintenance. Try again later.
Cannot connect to PANDORA when stopped. Check your mobile 
phoneAppears when Pandora® is unable to play music. Check your device.
Navigation Screen
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM 
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Error MessagesAhaTM Radio
Troubleshooting
AhaTM Radio
If an error occurs while playing AhaTM Radio, you may see the following error messages.
If you cannot clear the erro r message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
Cannot connect to AcuraLink. When stopped, check your mobile 
device.Appears when the AhaTM app is not activated. Check your device.
Incompatible USB Device
Please Check Owner’s ManualAppears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect the 
device. Then turn the audio system off, and turn it on again. Do not 
reconnect the device that caused the error. 
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Reference Information
System Initialization..............................306
Entering the Security Code ....................306
Acquiring GPS Information ....................306
Startup Confirmation Screen .................307
Map Matching ......................................307
System Limitations ................................308
GPS System...........................................308
Address Calculation ..............................308
Database ..............................................308
Client Assistance ....................................310
Resolving Problems ...............................310
Reporting Errors ....................................310
Acura Client Relations Contact Information . 310 Visiting a Dealer ................................... 310
Map Coverage ..................................... 311
Obtaining a Navigation Update ............ 311
Traffic Information ............................... 312
Operation in Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, 
Puerto Rico, and Mexico ..................... 312
Legal Information ................................. 313
Copyrights ........................................... 313
User Agreements ................................. 313
As required by the FCC ........................ 319 
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Reference Information
System Initialization
The navigation system must be initialized if 
power to the navigation system is 
interrupted for any reason (e.g., the 
battery was disconnected).
Entering the Security Code
In most cases, you do not need to enter a 
security code. Follow the steps to 
reactivate the system. 
1.Set the power mode to ON, and turn on 
the audio system.
2. Press and hold the  9 (Power) button 
for more than two seconds.
The system is reac tivated when the 
system’s control unit  recognizes that 
the system is in your vehicle.
If the control unit  fails to recognize, 
you must go to a dealer and have the 
system checked.
Acquiring GPS Information
Depending on the length of time the 
power was interrupted, your system may 
require GPS initialization.
If initialization is not necessary, the system 
proceeds directly to the Startup 
Confirmation screen.
If the system fails to  locate a sufficient 
number of satellites to locate your position 
within 10 minutes, the  following screen is 
displayed. 
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System InitializationStartup Confirmation Screen
Reference Information
If you are experiencing GPS reception 
problems: 
2GPS System P. 308
Startup Confirmation 
Screen
The Startup Confirmation screen is 
displayed when initialization has 
successfully completed. It is displayed every 
time you start your vehicle. Press  u to 
select  OK to continue.
Map Matching
Map matching is the process of using the 
acquired GPS information to locate your 
position on the map screen. If you are on a 
mapped road, the name of the road is 
displayed along the bottom of the map 
screen when map matching is completed. 
Do not enter a destination until the road 
name is displayed.
The system may initially show your location 
on a different street (e.g., in urban areas 
where streets are close together), may 
show an incorrect elevation, or may delay 
the display of the vehicle position icon at 
intersections. This is  normal; the system 
will correct itself while you drive. 
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Reference Information
System Limitations
GPS System
The signals received from the GPS satellites 
are extremely weak (less than a millionth 
of the strength of a local FM station) and 
require an unobstructed view of the sky. 
The GPS antenna is located in the 
dashboard. The signal reception can easily 
be interrupted or interfered with by the 
following:
• Metallic window tint on the front or side 
windows
• Cell phones, PDAs, or other electronic 
devices docked in a cradle or lying loose 
on the dashboard
• Remote starters or “hidden” vehicle 
tracking systems mounted near the 
navigation unit
• Audio electronic devices mounted near 
the navigation unit
• Trees, tall buildings, freeway overpasses, 
tunnels, or overhead electrical power 
wires
The GPS is operated by the U.S. 
Department of Defense. For security 
reasons, there are certain inaccuracies built 
into the GPS for wh ich the navigation 
system must constantly compensate. This  can cause occasional positioning errors of 
up to several hundred feet.
Address Calculation
The destination icon shows only the 
approximate location of a destination 
address. This occurs if the number of 
possible addresses is different from the 
number of actual addresses on a block. For 
example, the address 1425 on a 1400 
block with 100 possible addresses 
(because it is followed by the 1500 block) 
will be shown a quarter of the way down 
the block by the system. If there are only 
25 actual addresses 
on the block, the 
actual location of address 1425 would be 
at the end of the block.
Database
The digitized map database reflects 
conditions as they existed at various points 
in time before production. Accordingly, 
your database may contain inaccurate or 
incomplete data or information due to the 
passage of time, road construction, 
changing conditions, or other causes.
For example, some places/landmarks may 
be missing when you search the database 
because the name was misspelled, the 
place was improperly categorized, or a 
place/landmark is not yet in the database. 
This is also true  for police stations, 
hospitals, and other public institutions. Do 
not rely on the navigation system if you 
need law enforcement or hospital services. 
Always check with local information 
sources. 
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System LimitationsDatabase
Reference Information
In addition, the map database contains 
verified and unverified areas. Unverified 
streets may be missing from the map, in 
the wrong location, or have an incorrect 
name or address range. A message will 
warn you if your route includes unverified 
streets. Exercise additional caution when 
driving in unve rified areas.
The database does not  include, analyze, 
process, consider, or reflect any of the 
following categories of information:
• Neighborhood quality or safety
• Population density
• Availability or proximity of law 
enforcement
• Emergency, rescue, medical, or other 
assistance
• Construction work,  zones, or hazards
• Road and lane closures
• Legal restrictions (such as vehicular type, 
weight, load, height, and speed 
restrictions)
• Road slope or grade
• Bridge height, width, weight, or other 
limits
• Traffic facilities safety
• Special events •
Pavement characteristics or conditions
Every effort has been made to verify that 
the database is accurate. The number of 
inaccuracies you experience increases the 
longer you go without obtaining an 
updated map database. 
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We assume no liability for any incident that 
may result from an error in the program, or 
from changed conditions not noted above.