apple carplay Acura RDX 2020 Owner's Manual

uuGauges and Displays uMulti-Information Display
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Instrument Panel
Display Audio shows you turn-by-turn
directions to your destination.
When the navigation system is not providing
driving guidance, an image of a compass
appears in the multi-information display.
2 Refer to the navigation system
■Navigation*1Navigation*
You can cancel the drivin g guidance by pressing and
holding the right selector wheel.
A confirmation screen appe ars when Apple CarPlay
navigation route is active.
You can select whether to have the turn-by-turn
display come on or not dur ing the route guidance.
2 Customized Features P. 335
2 To Change Head-Up Display Content P. 140
Turn-by-turn directions wi ll be shown on the multi-
information display only when your android phone is
connected to Android Au to or your iPhone is
connected to Apple CarPlay. 2 Android Auto P. 306
2 Apple CarPlay P. 302
Models without navigation system
Compass
Turn-By-Turn Driving Directions
Models with navigation system
* Not available on all models
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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 238
USB Ports ......................................... 239
Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 241
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 242
Audio Remote Controls .................... 243
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 245
True Touchpad Operation ................ 246
Audio/Information Screen ................ 249
System Updates ............................... 262
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 268
Display Setup ................................... 269 Voice Control Operation .................. 270
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 273
Playing SiriusXM
® Radio ................... 277
Playing an iPod ................................ 290
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 293
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 296
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 299
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 301
Apple CarPlay .................................. 302
Android Auto................................... 306
Audio Error Messages ...................... 310 General Information on the Audio
System ............................................. 313
Customized Features ........................ 335
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ... 358
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ............. 361
AcuraLink® ........................................ 390
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uuAudio System uUSB Ports
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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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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAudio/Information Screen
Features
■Settings
Enters the customiz ing menu screen.
2Customized Features P. 335
■Apple CarPlay
Displays the Apple CarPlay screen.
2Apple CarPlay P. 302
■Android Auto
Displays the Android Auto screen.
2Android Auto P. 306
■System Updates
Updates the software versi on of the audio system.
2System Updates P. 262
■Messages
Displays the text message screen.
2 Text Message P. 379
■AT&T HotSpot
Displays the AT&T Hotspot screen.
■AcuraLink
Displays the AcuraLink screen.
2 AcuraLink® P. 390
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAudio/Information Screen
Features
You can see the audio, HFL information, navigation mini map*, and clock
information on the secondary informa tion area using the true touchpad B.
■Switching the card
Swipe up or down the true touchpad B to cycle through the following screen.
■Secondary Information Area1Secondary Information Area
SiriusXM ® radio service notifications are displayed in
the secondary information area.
Secondary Information Area
1 Switching the card
The card in the secondary information area will
change depending on the sc reen displayed in the
primary information area.
*1: Appears only when you set a destination on the
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto navigation function.
2 Apple CarPlay P. 302
2 Android Auto P. 306
Models without navigation systemNow Playing Audio
Navigation*1
Clock
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uVoice Control Operation
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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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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying Bluetooth ® Audio
Features
1. Make sure that your phone is paired and
connected to the system.
2 Phone Setup P. 367
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 Files1 To 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. 367
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.
2 Phone Setup P. 367
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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
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.
2 USB Ports P. 239
■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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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
■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 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.1 Apple 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.
Honda cannot and does not pr ovide 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
After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the USB port in the console
compartment, use the following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay. 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 th e sharing of this information on the audio/
information screen.
■Enabling Apple CarPlay Check the checkbox.
Enable Apple CarPlay: Allows this consent.
Do Not Enable Apple CarPlay: Does not
allow this consent.
You may change the consent settings under
the Connections settings menu.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlay1Setting Up Apple CarPlay
You can change your Appl e CarPlay device from the
currently connected device to a already registered
device in the following steps.
Press the (home) button  Select Settings 
Connections  Apple CarPlay  Select device 
Allow Apple CarPlay
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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