phone Acura MDX 2017 Navigation Manual

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Text/E-mail MessageHFL Menus
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®
■Phone screen
1.Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button to display
the menu items.
Select a phone number from the call history to store as a
speed dial number.
Manual Input
New Entry Import from Call History
Import from PhonebookSelect a phone number from th e phonebook to store as a
speed dial number. Enter a phone number to store as a speed dial number.
More Speed DialsDisplay another paired phone’s speed dial list.
*1: Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.
(Existing entry list)Dial the selected number in the speed dial list.




Phonebook*1
Dial*1
Display the paired phone’s phonebook.
Enter a phone number to dial.
Speed Dial*1

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Text/E-mail MessageHFL Menus
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®Text/Email*1,3
Message is
read aloud.
*2: Not available on all models
See the previous message.
(Read/Stop)
Previous
NextSee the next message. System reads received message aloud, or stop message
from being read.
Reply
Call
Reply to a received message using one of six fixed phrases.
Make a call to the sender.
Select
Account
Select a message
and press .
Select a mail or text message account.
Redial*1Redial the last number dialed in the phone’s history.
Display the last 20 outgoing, incoming and missed calls.
Call History*1All
Dialed
Received
Display the last 20 outgoing calls.
Display the last 20 incoming calls.
MissedDisplay the last 20 missed calls.
Roadside Assistance*1,2Makes a call to the number for the Roadside Assistance service.
*1: Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.
*3: This function is not available if your phone is not supported.

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AcuraLink
®
AcuraLink®
Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of important messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.
For information on traffic re routing and traffic information updates, provided by the
AcuraLink
® server.
In Case of Emergency
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if
the unit detects that the vehicle is
severely impacted, your vehicle
automatically will attempt to connect
to the AcuraLink
® operator. Once
connected, information about your
vehicle, its positioning, and its
condition will be sent to the operator;
you also can speak to the operator
when connected.
■ Automatic collision notification
1 AcuraLink®
AcuraLink® also provides services you can
operate from the Internet or your smartphone.
To subscribe to AcuraLink
®, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an Acura
dealer or visit www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink .
1In Case of Emergency
Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the
operator if the battery level is low, the line is
disconnected or you do not have adequate
cellular coverage.
You cannot use emergency services when:
•You travel outside the AcuraLink® service
coverage areas.
•There is a problem with the connecting
devices, such as the ASSIST button,
microphone, speakers, or the unit itself.
•You are not subscribed to the service or your
subscription is no longer valid.
You cannot operate othe r navigation- or phone-
related functions using the screens while talking
to the operator.
Only the operator can te rminate the connection
to your vehicle.
1 Automatic collis ion notification
If the unit fails to conne ct to the operator, it
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.
Audio/Information Screen
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM

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AcuraLink®Security Features
AcuraLink
®
Security Features
Your subscribed telematics service provider can track your vehicle’s location, remotely
lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.
To use these features, you need your user ID and personal identification number (PIN).
■ Stolen vehi cle tracking
This feature searches and tracks down your ve hicle position even if it is on the move.
If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the pol ice as well as the
provider.
■ Remote door lock/unlock
The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request.
■ Vehicle finder
This feature is convenient to use when try ing to locate your vehicle in large areas,
such as a crowded parking lot. If you ca nnot locate your vehicle after using the
remote transmitter’s answerback function , you can contact the provider which can
then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn.
■ Security ala rm notification
If the security system in your vehicle dete cts an abnormal condition, such as someone
tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by your preferred
method.1 Security Features
The contact information of your provider, your
user ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe
to AcuraLink
®. If you forget any of the above,
contact a dealer or visit www.acura.ca/owners/
acuralink .
You can also activate the remote door lock/
unlock and vehicle finder features from the
Internet or using your smartphone app. Ask a
dealer or visit www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink .
1Vehicle finder
The lights will stop fl ashing and horn will stop
sounding under the following conditions:
•When 30 seconds have elapsed.•You unlock the doors using the remote
transmitter.
•You unlock the doors us ing the keyless access
system.
•You unlock the doors using the built-in key.
•The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.

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AcuraLink®AcuraLink® Message
AcuraLink
®
While a message is displayed, you can
use options to take immediate action
to the message.
Available options are:
• Voice : Reads the message aloud. Select Stop to cancel it.
• Find Acura Dlr. : Searches for the nearest Acura dealer.
• Delete : Deletes the displayed message.
• Call Your Dealer: Calls your Acura dealer using HFL.
• Schedule Dealer Appointment: Automatically sets an appointment date at your
dealer.
• Phone number : Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.
• Diagnostic Info : Updates the current diagnostic message by connecting to the
Acura server using HFL.
■ Message Options1 Message Options
The available options va ry by message category.
You can delete all mess ages in a category at
once.

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Rear Entertainment System
Rear seat passengers can enjoy a completely separate entertainment
source than front passengers, including movies, games, and other audio choices.
Rear Entertainment System..................278
Auxiliary Console Panel .........................278
HDMI
® Input Jack
(Ultrawide RES only) ............................279
Playable Discs ........................................280
Rear Control Panel Operation ...............281
Selecting the Audio Source ...................281
Rear DVD Menu ....................................282
Screen and Surround Settings ...............285
DVD Initial Settings (RES only) ...............288
Dual Screen Mode
(Ultrawide RES only) ............................289
Replacing the Batteries ..........................291 Front Control Panel Operation
............ 292
Selecting the Audio Source using front
control panel ...................................... 292
Rear System Setup ............................... 293
Setting the DVD Menu ......................... 294
Wireless Headphones ........................... 296
Using the Wireless Headphones ........... 296
Changing the Sound Source
(Ultrawide RES only) ........................... 297
Replacing the Batteries ......................... 298

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Rear Entertainment System
Rear Entertainment System
The Rear Entertainment System (RES) is operable from both the front control panel
and the rear control panel.
2Front Control Panel Operation P. 292
2Rear Control Panel Operation P. 281
Auxiliary Console Panel
Auxiliary input jacks and headphone connectors for the rear entertainment system
are on the back of the center console compartment.
V = Video jack
L = Left audio jack
R = Right audio jack
■ Auxiliary Input Jacks
The system will accept auxiliary input s from standard video games and video
equipment. Some video game power su pplies may cause poor picture quality.
■ Headphone Connectors
There are two headphone connectors for th e rear passengers. Each connector has its
own volume control.
1 Rear Entertainment System
This vehicle’s overhead m ounted video display, if
so equipped, include s mercury-containing
components. Upon removal, please reuse,
recycle, or dispose of as hazardous waste.
NOTICE
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

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Rear Control Panel OperationScreen and Surround Settings
Rear Entertainment System
Screen and Surround Settings
HSETUP button (in the DVD mode)
Select an item. Press the ENTER
button.
The following items are available:
• Brightness (Ultrawide RES only): Adjusts the screen’s brightness. Adjust the
brightness using the Interface Dial and press the ENTER button.
• Appearance (Ultrawide RES only): Selects th e color of the rear menu screen.
• Display Adjust : Adjusts the screen’s preferences.
2Adjusting the Screen P. 286
• Aspect Ratio: Selects an aspect ratio of the image
2 Setting the RES Aspect Ratio P. 287
2Setting the Ultrawide RES Aspect Ratio P. 287
• PERSONAL SURROUND : Sets the surround of the wireless headphones. You can
choose from three options: Music, Cinema , or Voice . Select Off to disable the
feature.
• Language : Sets the system language used on all screens. You can choose from
three languages: English, Français (French), or Español (Spanish).

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Front Control Panel OperationRear System Setup
Rear Entertainment System
Rear System Setup
HSETTINGS button  Rear Ent Settings
1.Rotate i to select an item. Press
u .
2. Rotate i to select an option.
Press u.
The following items are available:
• Source Select Popup : Selects whether the list of selectable audio sources comes
on when the AUDIO button is pressed.
• Rear Control: Sets whether to use the rear control panel to control the RES.
On (factory default): Operates the RES using the rear control panel.
Off : Disables the feature.
• Rear Speaker : Sets the front audio source to pl ay through the rear speakers, even
when the RES is on. The RES source can only be heard through the wireless
headphones.
On (factory default): Output s the sound of the front source to the rear speakers.
Off : Disables the feature.
• Single/Dual Screen Mode (Ultrawide RES only): Selects a source to continue
playing when you switch from dual mode to single mode on the overhead screen.
Rotate i to select a source and press u.

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Rear Entertainment System
Wireless Headphones
Using the Wireless Headphones
Audio for the Rear Entertainment System is sent to the wireless headphones that
come with the system.
1.Pivot the earpieces outward.
2. Adjust the volume by turning the
dial on the bottom of the right
earpiece.
3. Wear the headphones correctly
with the left and right earpieces on
the correct sides.
L (left) and R (right) are marked
on the sides of the frame.
1Using the Wireless Headphones
When you remove the headphones, the
earpieces automatically pivot inward, and the
headphones turn off. When not in use, store the
headphones in the back pocket of either front
seat.
Some state and local government agencies
prohibit the use of headphones by the driver of a
motor vehicle. Always obey applicable laws and
regulations.
You can use wired headphones through the
auxiliary input jacks.
2 Auxiliary Console Panel P. 278
Volume Dial