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If the system does not understand a
command or you wait too long to
give a command, it responds with
‘‘Pardon,’’ ‘‘Please repeat,’’ or ‘‘Would
you say again.’’ If the system cannot
perf orm a command or the
command is not appropriate f or the
screen you are on, it sounds a beep.
Anytime you are not sure of what
voice commands are available on a
screen, you can always say ‘‘Help’’ at
any screen. The system can then
read the list of commands to you.
Youshouldusethevoicecontrol
system as much as possible, and
consider manual entry using the
as a ‘‘back-up’’
method of entry.
Most of the system’s functions can
be controlled by voice commands
activated with the button. To
control your compass system by
voice:
Press and release the button.
Wait f or the beep.
Give a voice command.
Once the microphone picks up your
command, the system changes the
display in response to the command
and prompts you f or the next
command. Using the button,
answer the prompts as required.
This button activates the voice
control system. Press it when you
want to give a voice command. See
on page f or
a list of voice commands.
This button has the same function as
the CANCEL button on the center
console(seepage ).Whenyou
press it, the display returns to the
previous screen. When the previous
screen appears, the system replays
the last prompt. This button can be
used to cancel an audio, climate
control, or compass system voice
command up to one second af ter the
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The system accepts these
commands on any screen.
The voice control system needs
appropriate voice commands f or
controlling the climate control, the
audio system, and the compass
system.
If the system cannot recognize
your command because of
background noise, speak louder.
If the microphone picks up voices
other than yours, the system may
not interpret your voice
commands correctly.
If you speak a command with
something in your mouth, or your
voice is either too high or too
husky, the system may
misinterpret your voice commands.
If you are still having trouble with
the voice control system, ref er to
on the
main menu screen. (reads list of the commands
f or the displayed screen) (displays set up screen) (displays the
compass screen) (displays the main
menu)
(displays the
screen)
(to previous screen,
same as CANCEL or BACK
button) (cancels current activity) The voice command help option on
the main menu lists many of the
f ollowing controls. To avoid
distraction while you are driving, the
system can read the commands f or
you.
Thecommandsareaccessibleatany
time while driving and can be read to
you so that you do not need to
memorize all of them.
Help
Set upDisplay map guide
Display menuInformation tripcomputerTrip ComputerBackward
CancelWhat time is it?Calendar Calculator
Repeat voiceVoice command help
Compass System (U.S. model without navigation system)
Global Commands
Voice Command Index
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The system accepts these audio
system commands on most screens.
The commands f or vent
temperature settings are available on
theclimatecontrolscreen. Repeating these commands
switches (toggles) the f unction
between On and Of f .
There are no voice commands f or
XM radio.
(or )( : f requency.
Example ( : f requency.
Example
(same as Radio )
(:16)(:16)(:16)
(:16)
(:16)
To control the radio system, say one
of the f ollowing commands: Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the f unction
between On and Of f .
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Audio on
Audio of fAudioRadio on Radio playRadio of fRadioRadio select FM1Radio select FM2Radio select AMRadio FM Radio 95.5 FM)
Radio AM Radio 1020 AM)
Radio seek up Radio seek downRadio next station seek
Radio presetRadio FM presetRadio FM1 presetRadio FM2 presetRadio AM presetRadio auto selectRadio scan
Radio Commands
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The security system will not set if
the hood, trunk, or any door is not
f ully closed. If the system will not set,
check the Door and Trunk Open
monitor on the instrument panel (see
page ) to see if the doors and
trunk are f ully closed. Since it is not
part of the monitor display, manually
check the hood.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking/side marker
lights, and taillights f lash if someone
attempts to break into your vehicle
or remove the radio. This alarm
continues f or 2 minutes, then the
system resets. To reset an alarming
system bef ore the 2 minutes have
elapsed, unlock either f ront door
with the remote or the built-in key.
With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the remote
without triggering the alarm. The
alarm will sound if the trunk lock is
f orced, or the trunk is opened with
the trunk release button on the
driver’s door or the emergency trunk
opener.
Once the security system is set,
opening any door or the hood
without using the built-in key or the
remote will cause it to sound. It also
sounds if the radio is removed f rom
the dashboard or the audio system
wiring is cut.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, close the hood, and close the
trunk. For the system to activate,
you must lock the doors f rom the
outside with the remote, built-in key,
lock tab, or door lock switch. The
security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself . 13
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AcuraLink enhances your ownership
experience by providing a direct
communication link between your
vehicleandtheAcuraServer.
Working through the XM radio
satellite, AcuraLink works in
conjunction with the navigation
system, Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink
(HFL),andaudiosysteminyour
vehicle. It displays and receives
several kinds of messages, including:Operating tips and inf ormation on
your vehicle’s f eatures. Most AcuraLink f unctions are
controlled by the interf ace dial. The
interface dial has two parts, a knob
and a selector.
The knob turns lef t and right. Use it
to make selections or adjustments to
a list or menu on the screen. The selector can be pushed lef t,
right, up, down, and in. Use the
selector to scroll through lists, to
select menus, and to highlight menu
items. When you make a selection,
push the center of the selector
(ENTER)togotothatselection.
Important recall and safety
inf ormation.
Maintenance inf ormation to keep
your vehicle in top condition.
Diagnostic inf ormation to provide
inf ormation about any problems
with your vehicle.
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Here are the main features of HFL.
Instructions f or using HFL begin on
page .HFL recognizes simple voice
commands, such as phone numbers
and names. It uses these commands
to automatically dial, receive, and
store numbers. For more
inf ormation on voice control, see
UsingVoiceControlonpage .
Bluetooth
is a registered trademark
of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Bluetooth is the wireless technology
that links your phone to HFL. HFL
uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which
means the maximum range between
yourphoneandvehicleis30feet(10
meters).
Your vehicle is equipped with
BluetoothHandsFreeLink(HFL).
HFL uses Bluetooth
technology to
link your cell phone to your vehicle.
With HFL, you can place and receive
calls through your vehicle’s audio
system, without the distraction of
handling your cell phone. To use this
f eature, you need a Bluetooth-
compatible cell phone with the
Hands Free Prof ile. For more
inf ormation, and a list of compatible
cell phones, visit
, or call 1-888-528-7876.
In Canada, visit , or call
1-866-78-ACURA. The HFL is
available in English on U.S. models,
andinbothEnglishandFrenchon
Canadian models. To change the
language, see page . 358
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To operate the HFL, use the HFL
Talk and Back buttons on the left
side of the steering wheel. Below the
HFL buttons is another set of voice
control buttons f or the navigation,
climate control, and audio systems.
Here are the main components of
the HFL:
The HFL microphone is on the
ceiling console. The microphone is
shared with the navigation system (if
equipped).
When HFL is in use, the sound
comes through the vehicle’s f ront
audio system speakers. If the audio
system is in use while operating
either of the HFL buttons or making
a call, HFL overrides the audio
system. To change the volume level,
use the audio system volume knob or
the steering wheel volume controls.
With a linked phone, HFL allows you
to send and receive calls in your
vehicle without holding the phone.
HFL can store up to 50 names and
phone numbers in its phonebook.
Withalinkedphone,youcanthen
automatically dial any name or
number in the phonebook.
To use the HFL, your phone must
have approved Bluetooth capability
along with the Hands Free Prof ile.
This type of phone is available
through many phone makers and
cellular carriers. You can also find an
approved phone by visiting
,orby
calling the HandsFreeLink
consumer support at 1-888-528-7876.
In Canada, visit , or call
1-866-78-ACURA.
www.acura.com/handsfree link
www.acura.ca
HFL Buttons
Microphone
Audio System
Incoming/Outgoing Calls
Phonebook
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Herearesomeguidelinesforusing
voice control:To enter a command, press the
Talk button. Then, af ter the beep,
say your command in a clear,
natural tone.
For best system operation, set the
climate control f an speed to low,
and direct the center vents away
f rom the microphone in the ceiling.
If the HFL does not recognize a
command, its response is, ‘‘Pardon.’’
If it doesn’t recognize the
command a second time, its
response is, ‘‘Please repeat.’’ If it
doesn’t recognize the command a
third time, it plays the Help
prompt.
HFL is operated by the HFL Talk
and Back buttons on the left side of
the steering wheel. The next f ew
pages provide instructions f or all
basic f eatures of HFL.
With the HFL system activated, you
will also see ‘‘HF LINK’’ on the upper
display.
When you are dialing or receiving
calls with the audio system in use,
you will see the HFL screen on the
navigation display. Using Voice Control
How to Use HFL
A ll phones may not
operate identically, and some
may cause inconsistent
operation of HFL .
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The HFL response continues ‘‘A
security option is available to lock
the hands f ree system. Each time
the vehicle is turned on, a
passcode would be required to use
this system. Would you like this
security option turned on?’’
Press and release the Talk button.
If you say ‘‘Yes’’ af ter the beep, the
HFL system response is, ‘‘Would
you like the notification to be a
ring tone or a prompt?’’ If you say
‘‘No’’ af ter the beep, the HFL
system returns to its main menu.
Saying ‘‘No’’ will result in no ring
tone or prompt playback during an
incoming call. The audio system
will be mute, and a message will
be displayed.
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Ring tone’’ or
‘‘Prompt.’’ The HFL system
response is ‘‘A ring tone will be
used.’’ or ‘‘An incoming call
prompt will be used.’’
If you choose ‘‘Ring tone,’’ you will
hear a ring tone through the audio
speakers to announce an incoming
call. If you choose ‘‘Prompt,’’ you
will hear this message to
announce an incoming call: ‘‘You
have an incoming call.’’
Thevoiceof theHFLcanbesetto
male or f emale (U.S. models only).
Also, the incoming notif ication can
be set to a ring tone, a prompt, or no
notification.
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ The
HFL response is, ‘‘System options
are setup and clear.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Setup.’’ The
HFL response is ‘‘Would you like
male or f emale prompts?’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Male’’ or
‘‘Female,’’ depending on the
system voice you want. The HFL
response is, ‘‘Male (Female)
prompts have been selected.
Would you like an audible
notif ication of an incoming call?’’ Press and release the Talk button.
If you say ‘‘No’’ af ter the beep, the
HFL system response is, ‘‘Security
willnotbeused.Thesystemsetup
is complete.’’
If you say ‘‘Yes,’’ you can set your
passcode. Ref er to the setting
procedure in the next column.
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5.
6.
7.
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2.
3.
To set up the system, do this:
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You can make calls using any phone
number, or by using a name in the
HFL phonebook. You can also redial
the last number called. During a call,
HFLallowsyoutotalkupto30
minutes af ter you remove the key
f rom the ignition switch. Continuing
a call without running the engine
may discharge and weaken the
vehicle’s battery.Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say the name youwant to call. For example, say
‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is
‘‘Would you like to call Eric?’’
With your phone on and the
ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or
ON (II) position, press and release
the Talk button. After the beep,
say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFL
response is, ‘‘What name or
number would you like to call/
dial?’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say the number
you want to call. For example, say
‘‘123 456 7891.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘123 456 7891. Say call, dial, or
continue to add numbers.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’
The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or
‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, you
will hear the person you called
through the audio speakers. To
change the volume, use the audio
system volume knob, or the
steering wheel volume controls.
To end the call, press the Back
button.
With your phone on and the
ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or
ON (II) position, press and release
the Talk button. After the beep,
say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFL
response is ‘‘What name or
number would you like to call/
dial?’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The
HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or
‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, you
will hear the person you called
through the audio speakers. To
change the volume, use the audio
system volume knob.
To end the call, press the Back
button.
To redial the last number called by
the phone, press and release the
Talk button. After the beep, say
‘‘Redial.’’ The HFL response is,
‘‘Redialing.’’ Once connected, you
will hear the person you called
through the audio speakers. To
change the volume, use the audio
system volume knob, or the steering
wheel volume controls.
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3.
3.
1.
2. 2.
4. 4.
To make a call using a phone number,do this: To make a call using a name in the HFLphonebook, do this:
Making a Call
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