radio controls Acura RDX 2020 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 71Safety Labels P. 72
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 163 Security System P. 173 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 176
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 182 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 204
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 219 Climate Control System P. 230
Audio Error Messages P. 310General Information on the Audio System P. 313
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 361
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 411 When Driving P. 413 AcuraWatchTM P. 447
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 511 Surround View Camera System*P. 513 Refueling P. 521
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 538 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 551
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 560 Battery P. 569 Remote Transmitter Care P. 571
Accessories and Modifications P. 580
Engine Does Not Start P. 607 Jump Starting P. 610Overheating P. 612
Emergency Towing P. 628When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 630Refueling P. 631
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 637 Reporting Safety Defects P. 638 Emissions Testing P. 639
Client Service Information P. 644
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument PanelP. 73
ControlsP. 143
FeaturesP. 237
DrivingP. 399
MaintenanceP. 527
Handling the UnexpectedP. 583
InformationP. 633
IndexP. 645
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Quick Reference Guide
Features (P 237)
Audio Remote Controls
(P 243)
●VOL
(+/VOL( - (Volume) Switch
Press up or down to adjust the volume.
● (Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system on and off.
● Left Selector Wheel
When selecting the audio mode
Press the APPS button, then roll up or
down to select an item on the multi-
information display or the head-up
display
*, and then press the left selector
wheel.
Left Selector Wheel
APPS Button
VOL
( +/VOL(- (Volume) Switch
(Power) Button
Roll up or down: To cycle through the
following items, roll up or down and then
press the left selector wheel:
You can add or remove the items and
change their order on multi-information
display or the head-up display
*.
Navigation*
Phone
FM Radio
USB Audio
SiriusXM
Select Driving View*
Customize Apps
● When listening to the radio
Move to a side to change the favorite
radio station or channel.
● When listening to an iPod, USB flash
drive, Bluetooth® Audio, or Smartphone
Connection
Move to a side to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the beginning
of the current or previous song.
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
Controls
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the keyless access remote when locking/
unlocking the doors and tailgate, fuel fill door or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors and tailgate, or starting the
engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the keyless access re mote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the keyless access remote.1Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the keyless access remote
and the vehicle consumes the keyless access remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on re gularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the keyless access
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic devices, such as televisions
and audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is
opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
Canadian models only : Apply and hold the brake
pedal before turning the vehicle on the first time after
the battery has been disconnected.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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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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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System
The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio service. It can also play
USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone, iPad and Bluetooth® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the true touchpad, buttons and knobs on
the panel, or the remote c ontrols on the steering wheel.1About Your Audio System
iPod, iPad, iPhone and iT unes are trademarks of
Apple Inc.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
SiriusXM ® Radio is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM ® Radio,
contact a dealer. 2 General Information on the Audio System
P. 313
SiriusXM ® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Ha waii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM ® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.
After you turn the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) with the driver’s door closed, you can use the
audio system for up to 30 minutes per driving cycle.
However, whether you can continue using the audio
system depends on the batter y condition. Repeatedly
using this feature ma y drain the battery.
The audio system turns off when you open the
driver’s door.
Remote Controls iPod
USB Flash Drive
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uuAudio System uAudio Remote Controls
Continued
Features
Audio Remote Controls
Allow you to operate the audio system whil e driving. The information is shown on
the multi-information display or head-up display*.
VOL
(+/VOL(- (Volume) Switch
Press Up: To increase the volume.
Press Down: To decrease the volume.
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system on and off.
Left Selector Wheel
• When selecting the audio mode
Press the APPS button, then roll up or down to select an item on the multi-
information display or head-up display
*, and then press the left selector wheel.
Move the left selector wheel to the right to display the Recents list, then scroll to
an item selected in the past and press the wheel.
1 Audio Remote Controls
Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions ma y not be operated.
Press the (back) button for the multi-
information display or head-up display
* to go back to
the previous screen or cancel a command.
Press the APPS button to go back to the menu screen
of the multi-information di splay or head-up display
*.
Recents list is available when the following audio
mode is selected.
•FM Radio
•AM Radio•SiriusXM
•USB Audio
Models with head-up display
(Power) Button
VOL( +/VOL(-
(Volume) Switch
(back) ButtonLeft Selector
Wheel
APPS Button
Models with head-up display
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uAudio Remote Controls
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Features
Roll up or down:
To cycle through each modes, roll up or down and then press the left selector
wheel:
After an audio mode is selected, the left selector wheel can be operated for the
following functions.
• When listening to the radio
Move to the right: To select the next favorite radio station or channel.
Move to the left: To select the previous favorite radio station or channel.
• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, Bluetooth® Audio, or Smartphone
Connection
Move to the right: To skip to the next song.
Move to the left: To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.1Audio Remote Controls
You can customize the items on multi-information
display or the head-up display
*.
2 Customizing the Meter or Head-Up
Display
* P. 260
You cannot operate the a udio functions while the
following functions are be ing operated on the multi-
information display or head-up display
*.•Mode selection by pressing APPS button
•Navigation*
•Phone
•Select Driving View*
•Customize Apps
Navigation*
Phone
FM Radio
USB Audio
SiriusXM
Select Driving View*
Customize Apps
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying AM/FM Radio
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Features
To add a favorite station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Select Add Favorite , then select Current Station.
u When you select From Station List , you can store a station from the station
list.
■Editing a favorite station
Select and hold to desire d favorite station icon.
The following items are available:
• Remove Favorite : Delete the favorite station icon from the favorite station list.
• Replace with (number): Replace the stor ed favorite station icon.
• Add to Home Page : Add the shortcut icon of the stored favorite station to the
home screen.
• Add to Heads-Up Display
*: Add the shortcut item of the stored favorite station
to the head-up display menu.
■Favorite Station1 Favorite Station
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating
stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the APPS button on the steering wheel, then
select an item or select the audio source icon on the
home screen.
2 Audio Remote Controls P. 243
You can store 12 AM/FM st ations into favorite
station.
HD Radio Technology manufactured under license
from iBiquity Digi tal Corporation. U.S. and Foreign
Patents. For patents see http://dts.com/patents. HD
Radio, Artist Experience, and the HD, HD Radio, and
“ARC” logos are registered trademarks or
trademarks of iBiquity Di gital Corporation in the
United States and/ or other countries.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying SiriusXM ® Radio
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Features
1. Select MENU .
2. Select SiriusXM Settings .
3. Select Tune Mode .
4. Select All Channels or Within Category .
■To Change the Tune Mode1Playing SiriusXM ® Radio
In the channel mode, all available channels are
selectable. In the categor y mode, you can select a
channel within a ca tegory (Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc.).
There may be instances when SiriusXM ® Radio does
not broadcast all the data fi elds (artist name, title).
This does not indicate a problem with your audio
system.
SiriusXM ® Radio stations load in ascending order,
which can take about a minute. Once they have
loaded you will be able to scroll up or down to make
your selections.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the APPS button on the steering wheel, then
select an item or select the audio source icon on the
home screen. 2 Audio Remote Controls P. 243
Tune Start:
When you change to a favo rite channel, a song being
played on that channel restarts from the beginning
with this function. This can be turned on or off by the
following procedure.
1. Select MENU.
2. Select SiriusXM Settings .
3. Select Tune Start .
4. Select On or Off .
To change a category, select Category icons, or
select Channels and then select category item.
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