warning Acura RDX 2013 Navigation Manual

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd., reserves the right,
however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
Accessories Precautions
The GPS antenna is located in the dashboard. Metallic front or side window tinting can seriously degrade or obstruct GPS recept ion.
Signal noise from devices such as radar detectors, vehicle tracking devices, remote starters, and additional amplifiers can dis rupt the navigation system. If you
install any such item, install it away from the navigation display and antenna.
Important Safety Information
Avoid focusing on the screen or manually operating the system controls while driving.
Enter information before you begin driving or when stopped. As yo u drive, listen to the audible instructions and use voice commands when possible. Pull to the
side of the road if you need more time to look at the screen or operate the controls.
Route guidance may conflict with street closures, road construction, detours, and out-of-date map data.
The system itself may also have limitations. Verify route info rmation by carefully observing roads, signs, and signals. Always use your own judgment and obey
traffic laws.
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System Limitations P. 232
NOTICE
This vehicle’s navigation display, if so equipped, includes mercury-containing compone nts. Upon removal, please reuse, recycle, or dispose of as hazardous waste.
Clean the screen with a soft, damp cloth. You may us e a mild cleaner intended for use on navigation screens.
Using the navigation system while driving can take your
attention away from the road, causing a crash in which you
could be seriously injured or killed.
Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you
to safely do so.
WARNING
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IndexIndex
Book Table of Contents
TOCChapter Table of Contents
Navigation Key
Voice
Commands2013

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Quick Reference GuideMap Screen Legend
Map orientation (P109)
GPS signal strength
North up
Heading upBest reception
Good reception
No icon: Poor/No reception
Traffic status indicator (P120)
Traffic information available
Flow or incident data not available
Traffic information not available
Traffic information off or map
scale too large
No icon: Out of coverage area
Current map scale
AcuraLink® Message icon (P202)
Weather warning icon (P117) Current street name
Map menu (P99)
Map scale (P112)
Current vehicle position
(P110) Feature areas
Streets
Landmark icons (P107)
Park
Hospital
Shopping Mall
Golf Course Airport/Business
Water Area
Cemetery
University
Freeways
State routes
Verified streets
Unverified streets
One-way streets
Acura dealer
Honda dealer
ATM
School
Parking lot
Parking garage
Grocery store
Hotel/Lodging
Gas station
Hospital
Post office
Restaurant
Freeway exit information
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Quick Reference GuideAcuraLink®
AcuraLink® Messages (P201)
AcuraLink® provides a direct communication link
between you and Acura. It sends and receives several
kinds of messages through XM® Radio, including:
 Vehicle feature guide
 Operating quick tips
 Safety and maintenance information
 Diagnostic information
 Dealer appointment and maintenance reminders
Example of an AcuraLink® Message
If you have linked your cell phone to the Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink®, you can contact your Acura dealer
from this screen.
Unread message Important message
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™
Displays continuously updated traffic info rmation and recalculates your route in
response to traffic flow, in cidents, or road closures. (P120)
AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™
Displays continuously updated weather information and weather forecasts, and
provides weather warnings along your route. (P115)
Traffic incident
icons
Congestion
Incident
Weather
Construction
Road Closed
Traffic flow indicator
Heavy (approx.)
surface: 0 to 20 mph
freeway: 0 to 24 mph
Moderate (approx.) surface: 21 to 30 mph
freeway: 25 to 52 mph
Free-flow (approx.) surface: 31+ mph
freeway: 53+ mph
Color index
Tornado
Hurricane
Storm
Flood
Snow/Freeze
Wind
Heat
Other Rain
Freezing
rain
Snow
Weather icons
or Clear
or Partly cloudy
Cloudy Possibility of lightning
(e.g., rain and lightning)
Possibility of high winds
(e.g., rain and wind) Fog
Rain
Freezing rain
Snow
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather are fee-based subscription
services, with a complimentary 90-day trial upon first retail purchase.NOTE
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Interface SettingsBasic Settings
System Setup
Basic Settings
HINFO button  Set up  Other  Basic Settings
Set the map units to either miles or kilo meters, and control the voice feedback from
the navigation system.
Rotate i to select an item. Press u .
The following item s are available:
• Units : Sets the map units to ei ther miles (factory default) or kilometers.
• Voice Recognition Tutor : Turns the voice feedback feature on or off.
ON (factory default): Provides voice control system confirmation or prompts.
OFF : Disables the feature.
• Display Voice Command Tips : Alerts you when manual control of the system is
disabled to prevent distraction while driv ing. Only voice commands are available.
ON (factory default): Displays a messag e reminding you to use voice commands.
OFF : Disables the message. Inoperable items are still grayed out on the screen.
• Verbal Reminder : Turns the verbal reminders on or off.
ON (factory default): Provides warning voice messages when:
– Driving with the parking brake on.
– Driving without wearing the driv er and/or passenger seat belt.
OFF : Disables the feature.
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Navigation
Calculating the Route
This section describes how to calculate your route.1.Rotate i to select OK. Press u.
The system calculates and
displays the route line on the
map screen.
2Route Line P. 95
The following options are available:
• Route Pref. : Changes the route preferences (calculating method).
2Changing the Route Preference P. 92
• View Routes : Displays three different routes.
2Viewing the Routes P. 92
• DESTINATION MAP : Move r to select DESTINATION MAP to display a map of
the destination.
2 Calculating the Route on the Destination Map P. 93
2. Follow the route guidance to your
destination.
2 Driving to Your Destination P. 94
The system provides you with
pop-up messages if your route
passes through unverified areas,
avoid areas, areas with traffic
restrictions, or weather warning
areas.
1Calculating the Route
The current route prefer ences are displayed as
icons on the top right of the Calculate Route
screen. The straight line distance (as the crow
flies, not driving distan ce) and direction to the
destination are shown t ogether with weather
information. You must have an AcuraLink Real-
Time Weather™ subscripti on to receive weather
information.
2 AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™ P. 15
2 Subscribing to XM® Radio P. 146
You cannot use voice commands while the
system is calculating the route.
Add to Address Book
You can add the destination address to the
address book.
2 Adding an Address Book Entry P. 37
Add to Dest. List
You can add the address to the Destination List.
2 Editing the Destination List P. 128
Call
You can place a telephone ca ll to the destination
phone number.
2 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 180
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Map MenuDisplaying the Map Menu
Navigation
•Traffic Incidents: Displays a list of the traffic incidents around your current
location or on your current route.
2 Traffic Rerouting™ P. 120
• Weather Info: Allows you to view the weather forecast, warning list, warning
map, and radar image map.
2 Weather Information P. 115
• Guidance Menu: Allows you to set or confirm the guidance points and freeway
exits for your route.
2 Guidance Menu P. 101
• Find Nearest…: Allows you to find the nearest place/landmark (e.g., nearest gas
station) by specifying a category. You ca n then add the location to the list of
destinations, set as a waypoint, or set as your destination.
2Changing Your Destination P. 129
• Map Information: Allows you to select the info rmation icons to display on the
map, change the orientation of the ma p, or display your current location.
2Map Information P. 106
• Cancel Route: Cancels your current route.
2Canceling the Route P. 123
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Map MenuWeather Information
Navigation
Weather Information
HENTER button (on map)  Weather Info
View the weather forecast, warning lis t, warning map, and radar image map.
Rotate i to select an item. Press u.
The following items are available:
• Weather Forecast : Displays the weather forecast.
2Weather Forecast P. 116
• Warning List Sorted by Distance : Displays a list of weather warnings.
2Warning List P. 117
• Warning Map : Displays a color-coded weather warning map.
2Warning Map P. 118
• Radar Map : Displays a color-coded weather radar image map.
2Radar Map P. 119
1Weather Information
This feature requires an AcuraLink Real-Time
Weather™ subscription.
2 Subscribing to XM® Radio P. 146
You can also display the weather information
menu from the INFO screen. Press the INFO
button. Rotate i to select Weather Info and
press u.
You can display weather and related information
on the map screen using voice commands.
2 Map Display Commands P. 244
AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™ is a fee-based
subscription service available after a
complimentary 90-day tr ial period. You must
purchase the subscription if you want to
continue receivi ng weather information after the
trial.
Weather information is updated automatically
every one minute.
2 Traffic and Weather Status P. 63
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Map MenuWeather Information
Navigation
HENTER button (on map)  Weather Info  Warning List Sorted by Distance
View a list of all weather warnings for a given location or route (U.S. only). 1.Rotate i to select a warning.
Press u.
Move w or y to select All
US , Within 500mi , or On
Route to specify the warnings
to display.
The system displays the detailed
information.
2. Press u to listen to the weather
warning.
■ Warning List1 Warning List
A warning icon in the list indicates that your
vehicle is in the warning area or that the
calculated route runs through the area.
The “On Route” tab is available only when you
are following route guidance.
You can also say d “Read List” to listen to the
weather warning information.
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Map MenuWeather Information
Navigation
HENTER button (on map)  Weather Info  Warning Map
View a color-coded weather warning map. Each color corresponds to a different
type of warning.
1.Scroll the map to position the
cursor over a colored area,
adjusting the map scale as
necessary. Press u to select
WEATHER DETAIL .
The system displays the detailed
information.
2. Press u to listen to the weather
warning.
■ Warning Map1 Warning Map
You can change the map scale to 15, 50, or 150
miles.
You can also say d “Read List” to listen to the
weather warning information.
A visual guide helps y ou see a weather warning
map.
2 AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™ P. 15
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AcuraLink® MessagesMessage Options
AcuraLink® Messages
•Diagnostic Info : Provides information about the ca use for a warning indicator or
multi-information display message. Rotate i to select Check Later or Check
Now . If you choose to check the information now, AcuraLink lets you know
whether you should see a dealer immediately or later in accordance with the level
of severity. Call a dealer or find the nearest dealer. (If your navigation system is still
at the start-up disclaimer screen, select OK before checking the information.)
• Maintenance Minder : Tells you exactly which main tenance item is due along
with the multi-information display message.
• Recalls/Campaigns : Reminds you of a recall or important safety information. You
should also be notified by mail.
Message Options
When a message is displayed, you may select some of the following options:
The following options are available:
• Voice : Reads the message aloud. Select Stop Reading to stop.
• Delete : Display the message you want to delete before rotating i to select this
option. Press u to complete the deletion.
• Call : Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.
1Message Options
The options available vary depending on the
category of the message.
You can delete all me ssages in a category
simultaneously.
2 AcuraLink/Messages P. 62
Only dealer can delete Di agnostic Info and Recall/
Campaign messages.
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