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Features
USB Ports
Install the device USB connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.
■In the consol e compartment
The USB port (2.5A) is for charging devices,
playing audio files and connecting compatible
phones with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. u To prevent any potenti al issues, be sure
to use an Apple MFi Certified Lightning
Connector for Apple CarPlay, and for
Android Auto, the USB cables should be
certified by USB-IF to be compliant with
USB 2.0 Standard.
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 backing up yo ur data 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 2.5A of power. It does
not output 2.5A unless the device requests.
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 noise in the radio you are listening
to.
USB charge
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Audio System Basic Operation
You can use the audio system for 30 minutes when the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) with the driver’s door closed, the system will then turn off automatically.
If you want to keep using it, we recomme nd that you turn the power mode to
ACCESSORY or ON.
VOL/AUDIO (Volume/Power) Knob:
Push to turn the audio system on and off. Turn
to adjust the volume wh en audio system is on.
/ (Seek/Skip) Buttons: Press to
change station, channel, song or file.
(Back) Button: Press to go back to the
previous display when it is displayed. (Home) Button: Press to go to the home
screen. (Cards List) Button: Press to display the
cards list of the second ary information area on
the audio/information screen.
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True Touchpad A: Click or swipe the pad
with your finger, or move your finger along
the pad to operate the primary information
area on the audio/information screen.
True Touchpad B: Click or swipe the pad
with your finger to operate the secondary
information area on th e audio/information
screen.
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True Touchpad Operation
2 True Touchpad Operation P. 246
Primary Information Area 2 Primary Information Area P. 249
Secondary Information Area 2 Secondary Information Area P. 251
(Home) Button
(Back) Button
True Touchpad A (Cards List) Button
Audio/Information Screen
/ (Seek/
Skip) Buttons
VOL /AUDIO (Volume/
Power) Knob
True Touchpad B
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System Updates
The audio system’s firmware can be updated with the telematics control unit (TCU)
through the subscription-based service.
■Wireless connection mode setup 1.Press the (home) button.
2. Select System Updates .
3. Select MENU .
4. Select Connection Setup .
5. Select Change Mode .
6. Select Network.
u The display will return to the network list.
7. Select an access point from the network list,
then select OK.
u If the audio system requires a password,
enter a password.
■How to Update Wirelessly
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■Automatic down load settings
Use the following procedure to change to the automatic download setting.
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select System Updates .
3. Select MENU .
4. Select Auto Download .
5. Select the access point, then Allow.
■View a update status
Use the following procedure to confirm the update status.
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select System Updates .
3. Select MENU .
4. Select Update Result .
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Features
Voice Control Operation
Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation.
The voice control system uses the (tal k) and (back) buttons on the steering
wheel and a microphone near the map lights on the ceiling.
To achieve optimum voice recognition when using the voice control system:
• The system recognize a natural language and accept your free form voice
command.
An example of voice commands:
2 Voice Recognition Screen P. 271
•Close the windows and panoramic roof.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents so air does not blow onto the microphone
on the ceiling.
• Speak clearly in a clear, natural speaking voice without pausing between words.
• Reduce any background noise if possible. The system may misinterpret your
command if more than one person is speaking at the same time.
■Voice Recognition
1Voice Control Operation
When you press the button, the system beeps and
the display changes to the voice recognition screen.
Press the (home) button, (back) button on
the true touchpad or APPS button on the steering
wheel to cancel a voice recognition function.
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FeaturesWhen the (talk) button is pressed, the
voice control screen appears.
For a complete list of commands, say “Help”
after the beep.
The system accepts free form voice
commands.
See the following examples for
recommended voice commands.
■Voice Recognition Screen
This can be only used when the phone is
connected.
■Phone Commands
Dial by number
• Call
• Dial please
• Phone
Redial
• Redial
• Redial last number
• Call last number
Voicemail
• Call voicemail
• Dial voicemail
• Check voicemail
• Check mailbox
Contact by voice
• Call
• Call on his/her
please
• Make a call to
• Make a call to on
her/his
■Phone CommandsThe system recognizes an only contact
name in the stored phonebook of your
phone.
Phone commands are not available if using
Apple CarPlay.
■FM Commands
• Play FM radio
• Tune to <87.7-107.9> FM
• I want to listen to FM <87.7-107.9>
• Play FM <87.7-107.9>
■AM Commands
• Play AM radio
• Tune to <530-1710> AM
• I want to listen to AM <530-1710>
• Play AM <530-1710>
■Audio Commands
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Wi-Fi Connection
You can connect the audio system to the Internet using Wi-Fi on the audio/
information screen. If your phone has wireless hotspot capabilities, the system can
be tethered to the phone. Use the following steps to setup.
1.Press the (home) button.
2. Select Settings .
3. Select Connections .
4. Select Wi-Fi.
5. Select Change Mode .
6. Select Network .
u Select the access point you want to
connect to the system.
u When you change the mode from
Hotspot to Network, a pop-up
appears, then select Confirm.
7. Select Connect .
u Enter a password for the access point.
u When the connection is successful,
Connected is displayed on the list.
8. Press the (home) button to go back to
the home screen.
■Connecting to a Wi-Fi Hotspot
1Wi-Fi Connection
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct a registered trademark of Wi-Fi
Alliance® .
1Connecting to a Wi-Fi Hotspot
You cannot go through the setting procedure while a
vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to set the audio
system in Wi-Fi mode.
Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data
subscription package.
Check your phone manual to find out if the phone
has Wi-Fi connectivity.
You can confirm whether Wi -Fi connection is on or
off with the icon on the system status area.
Transmission speed and others will not be displayed
on this screen. 2 Status Area P. 258
In case of Wi-Fi connect ion with your phone, make
sure your phone’s Wi-Fi se tting is in access point
(tethering) mode.
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Make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.
You can set the network as a Wi-F i Hotspot of this audio system.
Use the following steps to setup.
1.Press the (home) button.
2. Select Settings .
3. Select Connections .
4. Select Wi-Fi.
5. Select Change Mode .
6. Select Hotspot .
u When you change the mode from
Network to Hotspot, a pop-up
appears, then select Confirm.
The following options are available for the setup.
• Network SSID : Set this network name.
• Security Type : Set the network security type for WPA2-PSK mode or security off
mode.
• Password : Set password for require entering password when connecting Wi-Fi
device to this network.
• Connected Devices List : Display the connected device list. Up to seven devices
can be connected to this network.
■Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)
■Setting the Audio System as a Wi-Fi Hotspot
1 Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)
You may need to go through an initial setup for Wi-Fi
connection again afte r you boot your phone.
iPhone users
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Apple CarPlay
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the USB port
in the console compartment, you can use the audio/information screen, instead of
the iPhone display, to make a phone call, listen to music, view maps (navigation),
and access messages.
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■Phone
Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voice mail.
■Messages
Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.
■Music
Play music stored on your iPhone.
■Apple CarPlay Menu
1 Apple CarPlay
Only iPhone 5 or newer versi ons with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible
apps.
To use Apple CarPlay, connect the USB cable to the
USB port located in the console compartment.
The USB ports located on the front panel and the
back of the console compartment
* are used only for
charging. 2 USB Ports P. 239
While connected to Apple CarPlay, calls are only
made through Apple CarPlay. If you want to make a
call with Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®, turn Apple
CarPlay OFF or detach th e USB cable from your
iPhone.
2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay P. 304
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. 367
For details on c ountries and regions where Apple
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.
Home screen
Apple CarPlay icon Apple CarPlay menu screen
Go back to the Apple
CarPlay menu screen
Select the Acura icon to go
back to the home screen
* Not available on all models
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Android Auto
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the USB port in the
console compartment, Android Auto is auto matically initiated. When connected via
Android Auto, you can use the audio/information screen to access the Phone,
Google Maps (Navigation), Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When
you first use Android Auto, a tuto rial will appear on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tuto rial while safely parked before using
Android Auto.
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2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 308
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 with Android Auto
phone.
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 ports located on the front panel and the back of
the console compartment
* are used only for
charging.
2 USB Ports P. 239
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. 367
* Not available on all models
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