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“The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by DENSO CORPORATION is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.”
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a
license from Microsoft.
■Bluetooth
■Windows Media
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Mpeg4 Visual
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR
(i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUALA STANDARD
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AVC/H.26S
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (
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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup Group
Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable Settings
System
Date & TimeSet Time
Zone
Automatic
Time ZoneSets the audio system to automatically
adjust the clock when driving through
different time zones.
On*1/Off
(Select time
zone)Changes the time zone manually.—
System Units
Changes the speed/distance unit on
the multi-information display, head-up
display
* and audio/information screen.
Miles*1/ KM (U.S.)
Miles /KM*1 (Canada)
LanguageChanges the display language.English*1/Français /
Español
Factory Data Reset
Resets all the settings to their factory
default.
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Continue/Cancel
AboutDisplays the Android setting items.—
Advanced
OptionsLocation Access
Selects Off not to allow apps including
the navigation system* to access the
vehicle’s location.On*1/ Off
* Not available on all models
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Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle’s audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
■HFL Buttons
1 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
Place your phone where y ou can get good reception.
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreeli nk.com/Acura, or call 1-
888-528-7876.
•Canada: For more info rmation on smartphone
compatibility, call 1-855-490-7351.
To use the system, the Bluetooth® setting must be
On .
2 Phone Setup P. 335
Voice control tips
•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the
windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphones.
•Press the button when you want to call a
number using a phonebook name or a number.
Speak clearly and naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up vo ices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.
•To change the volume level, the volume level is able
to change by the audio system’s volume.
(Talk) Button
Microphone
(Back) Button
VOk( +/VOL(- (Volume) Switch
Left Selector Wheel
APPS Button
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Left Selector Wheel:
• Incoming call: Move the selector wheel to the ri ght to answer the call. Move it
to the left to decline the call.
• During a call: Move the selector wheel to the ri ght to display the call options
menu. Move it to the left to end the call.
• (back) button: Press the button to go back to the previous screen or to
cancel a command.
• (talk) button: Press the button to start voice recognition.
To go to the phone screen of the multi-in formation display or the head-up display
*:
1. Press the APPS button on the steering wheel.
2. Using the selector wheel, scroll to Phone on the multi-information display or the
head-up display
*, and then press the left selector wheel.
u You can select Favorites or Recents by moving the selector wheel to the left
or the right.
1 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology
The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any
use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those
of their respective owners.
HFL Limitations
An incoming call on HFL will interrupt the audio
system when it is playing. It will resume when the call
is ended.
* Not available on all models
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■To pair a cell phone (when there is no
phone paired to the system)
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select Phone .
3. Select Connect Phone .
4. Make sure your phone is in search or
discoverable mode, then select + Connect
New Device .
u HFL automatically searches for a
Bluetooth® device.
5. Select your phone when it appears on the
list.
u If your phone still does not appear,
search for Bluetooth® devices using your
phone.
From your phone, search for
HandsFreeLink .
6. The system gives you a pairing code on the
audio/information screen.
u Confirm if the pairing code on the screen
and your phone match.
This may vary by phone.
7. Select desired functions and then select
Connect .
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen,
if the internet wireless hotspot function
is selected.1Phone Setup
Your Bluetooth -compatible phone must be paired to
the system before you ca n make and receive hands-
free calls.
Phone Pairing Tips:
•You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is
moving.
•Up to six phones can be paired.
•Your phone’s battery may dr ain faster when it is
paired to the system.
Once you have paired a phone, you can see it
displayed on the screen with one or more icons on
the right side.
These icons indicate the following: : The phone is compatible with Bluetooth® Audio.
: The phone can be used with HFL.
: The phone can be used with internet wireless
hotspot.
If there is an active connection to Appl e CarPlay or
Android Auto, pairing of additional Bluetooth®
compatible devices is unavailable.
Enable Smart Sharing pop-up
Smart Sharing shares phone data with Acura. You
can change the setting later by deleting the device in
Phone Menu .
For detailed information of all data shared visit
https://acuralink.acura.com/#/acuralinkLegalTerms
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The following options are available during a call.
MUTE: Mute your voice.
TRANSFER TO MOBILE : Transfer a call from the system to your phone.
ENTER NUMBER: Send numbers during a call. This is useful when you call a menu-
driven phone system.
The available options are shown on the lower
half of the screen.
Select the option. u UNMUTE is displayed when the mute
function is on. Select UNMUTE to turn it
off.
u TRANSFER TO VEHICLE is displayed
when the hands-free mode is off. Select
TRANSFER TO VEHICLE to turn the
hands-free mode is on.
■Options During a Call1 Options During a Call
You can select the icons on the audio/information
screen.
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Driving
You can remotely start the engine using the two-way keyless remote from extended
distances.
■To start the engine
The engine runs for up to 10 minutes without you starting the vehicle.
To extend the run time for another 10 minutes during the first run, press the
button, then press and hold the button.
u The amber LED blinks, then the green LED comes back on if a 10-minute
extension request was transmitted successfully.
After pressing the button, wait for the gr een LED to blink. This indicates that
the all the doors and the trunk are locked.
■Remote Engine Start*1 Remote Engine Start*
The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote e ngine start, check your
local laws.
If there are buildings an d obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, th e range will be reduced.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
The engine may not start by the remote engine start if:
•You have disabled a remote engine start setting
using the audio/information screen.
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•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).•The transmission is in a position other than (P.
•The hood is open, or any door or the trunk is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide ga s is toxic and can
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly
enclosed areas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Never use the remote engine starter with
the vehicle parked in a garage or other
areas with limited ventilation.
Press the button, th en press and hold
the button.
Amber LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.
Continues to blink
during a vehicle
self check until the
engine starts. Go within the range,
and try again.
Green LED: Comes on while
the engine is running. Red LED: Blinks when the
remote is out of the keyless
access system range.
* Not available on all models
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Integrated Dynamics System
Modifies the dynamic character of the vehicle. There are four or five modes to select
from: COMFORT , NORMAL , SPORT , SPORT+*, and INDIVIDUAL .
Turn the Dynamic Mode switch to select COMFORT, NORMAL , SPORT or
SPORT+
*. Press the button to select INDIVIDUAL. The mode you have selected
appears on the audio/information screen.
1 Integrated Dynamics System
The mode may not be able to be change when:
•The vehicle is turning
•The VSA ® system is activating
•There is a problem with the engine, transmission,
the brake system, the VSA ®, the EPS, the Active
Damper System
*, and the SH-AWD ®*
* Not available on all models
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