android auto Acura NSX 2017 Owner's Manual
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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 162
USB Ports ......................................... 163
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 164
Audio Remote Controls .................... 165
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 166
Audio/Information Screen ................ 167
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 181
Display Setup ................................... 182
Voice Control Operation .................. 184
Playing FM Radio ............................. 188
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio
*................. 192
Playing an iPod ................................ 199 Song By Voice
TM (SBV) ...................... 202
Playing Pandora ®*............................ 206
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 208
Playing  Bluetooth ® Audio................. 211
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 213
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 215
Apple CarPlay .................................. 216
Android Auto................................... 219
Audio Error Messages iPod/USB Flash Drive ........................ 223
Pandora ®......................................... 224
Android/Apps .................................. 225
General Information on the Audio SystemSiriusXM ® Radio Service*................. 226 Compatible iPod, iP
hone, and USB Flash 
Drives ............................................ 227
Legal Information  on Apple CarPlay/
Android Auto................................. 228
About Open Source Licenses............ 230
License Information ......................... 231
Customized Features ........................ 232
Defaulting All the Settings ............... 254
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ... 255
Bluetooth®  HandsFreeLink®
Using HFL ........................................ 258
HFL Menus ...................................... 261
AcuraLink®
*....................................... 292
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uUSB Ports
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USB Ports
Install the iPod USB connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.
■In the glove box
The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio files 
on a USB flash drive and connecting a cellular 
phone and charging device.
■In the consol e compartment
The USB port (1.5A) is for charging devices, 
playing audio files and connecting compatible 
phones with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
1 USB Ports
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the 
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may 
damage it.
•We recommend using an ex tension cable with the 
USB port.
•Do not connect the iPod or  USB flash drive using a 
hub.
•Do not use a device such as  a card reader or hard 
disk drive, as the device  or your files may be 
damaged.
•We recommend k eeping your data backed up 
before using the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may  vary depending on the 
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try 
reconnecting it a few times  or reboot the device. To 
reboot, follow the manufac turer’s instructions 
provided with the iPod or visit  www.apple.com/ipod.
The USB port can supply up to 1.0A/1.5A of power. It 
does not output 1.0A/1.5A unless requested by the 
device.
For amperage details, read  the operating manual of 
the device that ne eds to be charged.
Set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON first.
Under certain condi tions, a device connected to the 
port may generate noi se in the radio you are listening 
to.
USB charge
In the glove box
In the console compartment
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Features
Audio/Information Screen
Displays the audio status and wallpaper. From this display, you can go to various 
setup options.
■Using the audio/in formation screen
Select   to go to the home screen.
Select  Phone , Info , Audio , Settings , Navigation
*, AcuraLink*, Smartphone 
Connection  (Apple CarPlay,  Android Auto), or   (app list).
■Switching the Display
Home Screen
Models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
* Not available on all models
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Features
■Navigation*
Displays the navigation screen.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
■AcuraLink*
Is a subscription-based service that can pr ovide convenient features such as voice 
communication if an airbag deploys, online security, and one-on-one operator 
assistance.
2 AcuraLink ®* P. 292
■Smartphone Connection
Connects with your smartphone*1 and allows some apps on your smartphone to be 
used on the audio system.
2 Apple CarPlay P. 216
2 Android Auto  P. 219
■App List
Adds or removes apps or widgets on the home screen.
2 Home Screen  P. 173
*1: Available on specific phones only. Check
 www.acura.com/handsfreelink (US) and 
www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) for compatible phones.
* Not available on all models
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FeaturesWhen the   (Talk)  button is pressed, 
available voice comma nds appear on the 
screen.
For a complete list of commands, say “ Voice 
Help ” after the beep or select  Voice Help.
You can see the list of commands in  Voice 
Info  on the Info menu  screen. Select Info, 
then select  .
*1: Models with navigation system
■Voice Portal Screen■Phone Call
This can be only used when the phone is 
connected. When the sy stem recognizes the 
Phone call command, the screen will 
change to the voice re cognition screen for 
phone commands.
• Dial by number
• Call history
• Redial
• Call 
• Call 
• Call Police
• Call 911
Phone Call commands are not available if 
using Apple CarPlay.
■Music Search*1
This can be only used when the iPod or USB 
device is connected.
■Climate Control*1
When the system recognizes the Climate 
Control  command, the screen will change 
the dedicated screen to the climate control 
voice recognition screen.
2 Climate Control Commands*1 P. 187
■Audio*1
When the system  recognizes the Audio 
command, the screen will change to the 
audio voice recognition screen.
• Audio On
• Audio Off
• Radio FM
• Radio SXM
*
•Pandora*
•iPod
• USB
• Other Sources
When there is an ac tive connection to 
Android Auto, Pandora
* can only be played 
from within Android Auto.
■Navigation*1
The screen changes to the navigation 
screen.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
■Voice Setting
The screen changes to the Voice Recog  tab 
on the System settings  screen.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying Pandora ®*
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Playing Pandora ®*
Your audio system allows you to  listen to music from the Pandora ® app on a 
compatible smartphone.
This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s 
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system, or with an iPhone, you can connect using 
your USB cable to the USB port.
2 Phone Setup  P. 266
2 USB Ports P. 163
*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.
U.S. models
1Playing Pandora ®*
Pandora®, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade 
dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
Pandora Media, Inc., used  with permission. Pandora 
is only available in certain countries. Visit the Pandora 
website for more information.
To find out if your phone is compatible with this 
feature, visit  www.acura.com/handsfreelink , or call 
1-888-528-7876.
To use this service in your vehicle, the Pandora ® app 
must first be installed on your phone. Visit 
www.pandora.com  for more information.
Pandora ® is free, personalized  radio that plays music 
and comedy you’ll love. Just start with the name of 
one of your favorite arti sts, songs, comedians or 
composers and Pandora ® will create a custom station 
that plays similar tracks. Pandora ® also features 
hundreds of genre stations  ranging from Dubstep to 
Smooth Jazz to Power Workout.
If you cannot  operate Pandora ® through the audio 
system, it may be streaming through  Bluetooth® 
Audio. Make sure Pandora ® mode on your audio 
system is selected.
If your phone is connecte d to Android Auto, Pandora 
is only available through the  Android Auto interface. 
Visit the Android Auto website to check 
compatibility.
Audio/Information 
Screen Cover Art
VOL (Volume) Icons
Select to adjust the 
volume.  (Back) Icon
Select to go back to the 
previous display.
 (Power/Audio) Icon
Select to turn the audio 
system on and off.
 (Menu) Icon
Select to display the 
menu items.
Play/Pause Icon
Select to resume or play a song.
Station Up/Down Icons
Select to change a station. Skip Icon
Select to skip a song.Like/Dislike Icons
Select to evaluate a song.
* Not available on all models
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Playing Bluetooth ® Audio
Your audio system allows you  to listen to music from your Bluetooth-compatible 
phone.
This function is available  when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s 
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system.
2Phone Setup  P. 266
*1:Depending on the Bluetooth ® device you connect, some or all of the lists may not 
be displayed.
1 Playing  Bluetooth ® Audio
Not all Bluetooth -enabled phones with streaming 
audio capabilities are compatible with the system.
For a list of compatible phones:
•U.S.: Visit  www.acura.com/handsfreelink , or call 1-
888-528-7876.
•Canada: Visit  www.handsfreelink.ca , or call 1-888-
528-7876.
It may be illegal to perform some data device 
functions while driving.
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.
The connected phone for  Bluetooth® Audio can be 
different.
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 is 
unavailable. However, a se cond previously paired 
phone can stream  Bluetooth® Audio by selecting 
Connect    from the Bluetooth Device List .
2 Phone Setup  P. 266
Audio/Information 
Screen
VOL (Volume) 
Icons
Select to adjust 
the volume.  (Back) Icon
Select to go back to 
the previous display. (Power/Audio) 
Icon
Select to turn the 
audio system on and 
off.
 (Menu) Icon
Select to display 
the menu items.
Group Icons
Select   or   to change group.
Pause Icon
Play Icon
Bluetooth 
Indicator
Appears when 
your phone is 
connected to HFL.
Track Icons
Select   or   to change tracks.
Open/Close Icon*1
Displays/hides the 
detailed 
information.
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Android Auto
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via USB, Android Auto is 
automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto, you can use the audio/
information screen to acce ss the Phone, Google Maps  (Navigation), Google Play 
Music, and Google Now functions. When you first use Android Auto, a tutorial will 
appear on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tuto rial while safely parked before using 
Android Auto.
2 USB Ports P. 163
2 Auto Pairing Connection  P. 221
1Android Auto
To use Android Auto, you need to download the 
Android Auto app from Google Play to your 
smartphone.
Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are 
compatible with Android Auto.
Bluetooth A2DP cannot be  used on your phone while 
connected to Android Auto.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android 
phone to Android Auto and when launching any 
compatible apps.
To use Android Auto, connect the USB cable to the 
USB port located in the console compartment. The 
USB port in the glove box will not enable Android 
Auto operation.
2 USB Ports P. 163
To directly access the Android Auto phone function, 
select  Phone  on the home screen.
2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 221
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. 266
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Featuresa Maps (Navigation)
Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your 
Android phone. When the vehicle is in mo tion, it is not possible to make keyboard 
entries. Stop the vehicle in  a safe location to undertake a search or provide other 
inputs.
Only one navigation system (pre-installe d navigation or Android Auto) can give 
directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior 
destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are 
currently using will direct you to your destination.
The audio/information screen shows you turn -by-turn driving directions to your 
destination.
b  Phone (Communication)
Make and receive phone calls as  well as listen to voicemail.
c  Google Now (Home screen)
Display useful information organized by Andr oid Auto into simple cards that appear 
just when they’re needed.
■Android Auto Menu1 Android Auto
For details on c ountries and regions where Android 
Auto is available, as well as information pertaining to 
function, refer to the Android Auto homepage.
Android Auto Operating Requirements & 
Limitations
Android Auto requires a  compatible Android phone 
with an active cellular  connection and data plan. 
Your carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software, 
and other technology integral to providing Android 
Auto functionality, as well as new or revised 
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or 
cessation of Android Auto functionality and services. 
Acura cannot and does not provide any warranty or 
guarantee of future Android Auto performance or 
functionality.
It is possible to use 3r d party apps if they are 
compatible with Android Auto. Refer to the Android 
Auto homepage for informat ion on compatible apps.
: Go back to 
the home screen
Android Auto icon
6
Models with navigation system
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d  Music and audio
Play Google Play Music an d music apps that are compatible with Android Auto.
To switch between music apps, press this icon.
e  Go back to the Home Screen.
f  Voice
Operate Android Auto with your voice.
When you connect an Android phone to the unit via USB, Android Auto is 
automatically initiated.
■Enabling Android Auto
Enable once: Allows only once. (Prompt 
shows again next time.)
Always enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt 
does not show again.)
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.
You may change the consent settings under 
the  Smartphone  settings menu.
■Auto Pairing Connection
1Enabling Android Auto
Only initialize Android Auto when you are safely 
parked. When Android Auto  first detects your phone, 
you will need to set up your phone so that auto 
pairing is possibl e. Refer to the instruction manual 
that came with your phone.
You can use the method below to change Android 
Auto settings after you ha ve completed the initial 
setup:
Select Settings Smartphone Android Auto
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information 
transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is 
governed by Google’s Privacy Policy.
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