carplay ACURA MDX 2022 User Guide

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uVoice Control Operation
Features
■Sirius XM Commands
• Play XM radio
• Play XM
• Listen to on XM
• Play XM Channel
• Tune to
• Listen to on the
satellite radio
■USB Commands
• Play USB
• Play iPod
• Play genre
• Play
• Play
• Play
• Play
■Bluetooth ® Audio Commands
• Play Bluetooth
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
•Help
• Cancel
• Repeat
Voice Help are readout voice guidance for
Help on current screen.
You can search for the desired item on each
search screen with your voice.
• Next Page
• Previous Page
• Back
• Go to
• Select
*1: Models with navigation system
■Navigation Commands*1
■Standard Commands
■Letter Input Commands
■List Commands
2 Alexa Built-In P. 273
2 Apple CarPlay P. 308
2 Android Auto P. 313
■Amazon Alexa Commands
■Apple CarPlay Commands
■Android Auto Commands
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying Bluetooth ® Audio
Features
1. Make sure that your phone is paired and
connected to the system.
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2.Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.
If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-
compatible phone, which is not compatible
for Bluetooth ® Audio, may already be
connected.
■To pause or resume a file
Select the play/pause icon.
■To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files1To Play Bluetooth ® Audio Files
Only one phone can be used with HFL at a time.
When there are more than two paired phones in the
vehicle, the first paired phone the system finds is
automatically connected.
Different devices can be co nnected respectively to
Bluetooth ® hands-free phone and Bluetooth® Audio
functions.
If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system,
there may be a delay before the system begins to play.
In some cases, the name of the artist, album, or track
may not appear correctly.
Some functions may not be available on some devices.
If a phone is currently conne cted via Apple CarPlay or
Android Auto, Bluetooth® Audio from that phone
will be unavailable. Howe ver, you can have a second
previously paired phone stream Bluetooth® Audio by
selecting from the Bluetooth® device list.
2 Phone Setup P. 382
To play the audio files, y ou may need to operate your
phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s operating
instructions.
Switching to another mode pauses the music playing
from your phone.
You can change the connected phone by selecting
MENU and Change Device.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
Apple CarPlay
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the USB port
or wirelessly, you can use the vehicle’s audio/information scr een, instead of the
iPhone, to make a phone call, listen to mu sic, view maps (navigation), and access
messages.
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Use of Apple CarPlay will result in the transmission of certain user and vehicle
information (such as vehicle location, speed, and status) to your iPhone to enhance
the Apple CarPlay experience. You will need to consent to the sharing of this
information on the audi o/information screen.
1Apple CarPlay
•USB connection of Apple Ca rPlay is supported by
iOS 7.1 and higher.
•Wireless Apple CarPlay connection requires a iOS
9.0 and higher.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible
apps.
While connected to Apple CarPlay, calls are only
made through Apple CarPlay. If you want to make a
call with Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®, disable Apple
CarPlay.
2 Enabling Apple CarPlay P. 310
When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is
not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio or
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®. However, other
previously paired phones can stream audio via
Bluetooth ® while Apple CarPlay is connected.
2 Phone Setup P. 382
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.
For details on c ountries and regions where Apple
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay Icon
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
• Phone
Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voice mail.
• Music
Play music stored on your iPhone.
• Maps
Display Apple Maps and use the navigation function just as you would on your
iPhone.
Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay) can give
directions at a time. When you are usin g one system, directions to any prior
destination set on the other system wi ll be canceled, and the system you are
currently using will direct you to your destination.
• Messages
Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.
• Acura
Select the Acura icon to go back to the home screen.
•
Go back to the Apple CarPlay menu screen.
■Apple CarPlay Features1Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay Operating Requirements &
Limitations
Apple CarPlay requi res a compatible iPhone with an
active cellular connecti on and data plan. Your
carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,
and other technology integral to providing Apple
CarPlay functionality, as well as new or revised
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or
cessation of Apple CarPlay functionality and services.
Acura cannot and does not provide any warranty or
guarantee of future Appl e CarPlay performance or
functionality.
It is possible to use 3r d party apps if they are
compatible with Apple CarPlay. Refer to the Apple
homepage for information on compatible apps.
Models with navigation system
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Features
■Connecting Apple CarPlay using the USB cable to the USB port
1. Ensure Siri is enabled on your iPhone.
2. Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.
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uThe confirmation screen will be displayed.
3. Select Enable Apple CarPlay .
u If prompted on your device, click Allow to allow Apple CarPlay while your
phone is locked.
You may change the consent settings under the Connections settings menu.
■Set up Apple CarPlay wirelessly by Bluetooth® pairing
1. Ensure Siri is enabled on your iPhone.
2. Pair and connect the iPhone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®.
2Phone Setup P. 382
3.A screen with option to select Continue with Bluetooth or Change to CarPlay
is provided.
4. Select Change to CarPlay .
5. Your iPhone will request your permission to accept wireless Apple CarPlay. Accept
the request to complete setup.
■Enabling Apple CarPlay1 Enabling Apple CarPlay
You can use the method below to access Apple
CarPlay settings. Here you can connect to/
disconnect from devices, de lete a device or change
permissions to enable or disable a device:
Press the (home) button  Select Settings 
Connections  Apple CarPlay  Select device
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your iP hone by Apple CarPlay is
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and
Apple’s Privacy Policy.
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Features
■Set up Apple CarPlay wirele ssly on the home screen
1. Ensure Siri is enabled on your iPhone.
2. Select Apple CarPlay on the home screen, then select Connect Phone.
3. Select + Connect New Device .
4. Start Bluetooth ® pairing.
5. Select Enable Apple CarPlay on the disclaimer.
6. Your iPhone will request your permission to accept wireless Apple CarPlay. Accept
the request to complete setup.
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Features
Press and hold the (Talk) button to activate Siri.
(Talk) Button:
Press and hold to activate Siri.
Press again to deactivate Siri.
Press and release to activate st andard voice recognition system.
■Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri1Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri
Below are examples of questions and commands for
Siri:
•What movies are playing today?
•Call dad at work.•What song is this?
•How’s the weather tomorrow?
•Read my latest email.•Find a table for four tonight in Chicago.
For more information, please visit
www.apple.com/ios/siri .
(Talk) Button
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid Auto
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Features
Android Auto
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the USB port or
wirelessly, Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android
Auto, you can use the vehicle’s audio/info rmation screen to access the Phone, Maps,
Music, and messaging features other supported apps in your Android phone.
2 USB Ports P. 239
2 Android Auto Setup P. 315
1Android Auto
Android Auto connection requires the following:
•Depending on the phone ma nufacturer, Android
8.0, 9.0 or 10.0.
•Android Auto app version 4.7 or higher.
•A Google-branded or Samsung-branded phone
with Android 10.0, or;
•A smartphone with Androi d 11.0+ and with 5 GHz
WiFi. Can be any smartphone brand.
If your phone does not have Android Auto, download
it from the app store.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto and when launching any
compatible apps.
When your Android phone is connected to Android
Auto, it is not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio.
However, other previously paired phones can stream
audio via Bluetooth ® while Android Auto is
connected. 2 Phone Setup P. 382
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.
For Wireless Android Auto
Android Auto Icon
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uuAudio Error Messages uApple CarPlay/Android Auto
Features
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
If an error occurs while using the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, you may see the
following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
Error
Appears when Apple CarPlay or Android Auto fails to recognize your device.
Check if your device is compatible with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, or the latest
version of the app is installed on your device.
Maximum Number of Apple CarPlay
Devices ExceededAppears when the number of stored Apple CarPlay devices or Android Auto devices
exceeds the limitation. Select Replace and Continue and delete a registered device to
connect a new device for the Apple CarPlay connection or Android Auto connection.
Maximum Number of Android Auto
Devices Exceeded
Phone Call ActiveAppears when the Android Auto device beco mes connected to USB during an active
Bluetooth ® hands-free phone call.
(connected device name) DisconnectedAppears when the paired device is disc onnected from the HFL function. Reconnect
device and try again.
Maximum Number of Bluetooth Devices
ExceededAppears when the number of stored Bluetooth® devices exceeds the limitation.
Select Replace and Continue and delete a registered devi ce to connect a new device
for the Bluetooth ® connection.
Bluetooth Connection ErrorAppears when Bluetooth® connection is failed.
Check the Bluetooth® connection of this audio system and your connected device.
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uuAudio Error Messages uApple CarPlay/Android Auto
Features
Error MessageSolution
Android Auto - SSL Authentication Failure
Set the vehicle date and time to match the
device.
Set the vehicle date to match the device.
Wireless connection problem in Android Auto –
Android Auto Connection UnstableTemporarily connect the device to the USB data port or try and bring the device to front
of the vehicle.
Wireless connection problem in Android Auto –
Temporarily connect the device to the USB
data port.Failing to connect or disconnects randomly. Temporarily connect the device to the USB
data port.
Android Auto - Bluetooth Connection ErrorReconnect Android Auto device and try again.
Unable to start Android Auto from the
connected device.
There could be many possible reasons for this error but updating Android Auto app on
the phone and google play services could solve the problem. Other solution include
deleting saved phone information from the vehicle and deleting vehicle information
from the phone’s Bluetooth® list and setting up a new connection.
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