Page 1 2018 NAVIGATION MANUAL...
Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd., reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. Accessories Precautions The GPS antenna is located in the dashboard.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Quick Reference Guide 2 System Setup P. 19 P. 2 Start-up 20 Voice Control System 22 Interface Settings 26 Personal Information 37 Routing 49 Guidance 58 Map 65 Customized Features 78 Data Reset 111 On Demand Multi-Use Display System Setup P.
Page 4: Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide Overview—Functions at a Glance Navigation You can select any place/landmark as a destination by using voice control or the Interface Dial. The navigation system gives you turn-by-turn driving directions to your destination. Store home address (P44) Register home address.
Page 5 (P230) AcuraLink® (P308) AcuraLink® provides you with important information and messages between your vehicle and Acura. Voice Control (P22) Use voice commands for safer system control while driving. You can operate all key functions of the navigation, audio, and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.
Page 6: System Controls
System Controls (Eject) Button On Demand Multi-Use Display Navigation Screen PHONE Button (P264) (Power) Button/ Volume Knob Microphone (P264) CAMERA Button BACK Button Left Selector Interface Dial/ Wheel (P186) ENTER/MENU Button SOURCE Button (P7) (P186) INFO Button SETTINGS Button (Pick-Up) Button (P264) (Display Mode) (Hang-Up/Back) Button...
Page 7: Basic Operation
On Demand Multi-Use Display Basic Operation Source Audio Menu Select to change an audio source. Select to display the menu lists. You can change the position of lists. Select Tune. Select to listen to a preset station. Select Select and hold the preset icon to store the station.
Page 8 Voice Control Operation  The audio system is muted during voice Voice Portal Screen control mode. a Press and release the (Talk) button  You can use other voice commands on mounted on the steering wheel. the Voice Portal screen. The system displays voice commands The system recognizes only certain that can be accepted on the displayed...
Page 9 Interface Dial/ENTER/MENU Button Operation You will see these icons in each chapter. Rotate dial Press ENTER/MENU They represent how you can operate the Interface Dial. Shows Menu screen Changes scale Selects function Map screens Selects map icon Rotate dial Map screens Press ENTER/ MENU Move up...
Page 10 How to Enter Information You can enter information (e.g., city names, street names, personal names, and business names comprising letters, numbers, and symbols) when prompted on the input screen. Using the keyboard displayed on the On Demand Multi-Use Display Select the desired character. ...
Page 11: Map Screen Legend
State line One-way street Best reception AcuraLink® Message icon (P14) Good reception No icon: Poor/No reception AcuraLink® signal indicator (P317) Landmark icons (P67) Acura dealer Honda dealer (U.S.) Honda dealer (Canada) Map scale (P153) School Parking lot Parking garage Grocery store...
Page 12 During Route Guidance During route guidance, route information is displayed on the map screen and guidance screen. Press the NAV button to toggle the map, guidance screen, direction list, and Navigation Menu while on a route. When not on a route, the NAV button will toggle between the map and the Navigation Menu.
Page 13 Navigation—Home Address and Going Home The “Home” feature automatically routes you to your home address from any location simply by selecting Go Home. Storing Your Home Address Going Home e Enter a name. Select OK. a Press the SETTINGS a From the map screen, button.
Page 14 Navigation—Entering a Destination Enter your destination using one of several methods, follow the route guidance on the map or the guidance screen to your destination. a From the map screen, e Rotate to select your destination i Rotate to select Set as press street from the list.
Page 15 Navigation—Changing Route or Destination You can alter your route by adding waypoints to visit, adding streets to avoid, or changing your destination during route guidance. Adding a Waypoint Canceling Your Route g Select the icon category and location (“Pit Stop”) to add to the Destination List when a Press You can add up to four waypoints along...
Page 16 AcuraLink® AcuraLink® Messages AcuraLink® provides a direct communication link between you and Acura. It sends and receives several kinds of messages through the Acura server. The following features are available:  Vehicle feature guide  Operating quick tips  Safety and maintenance information ...
Page 17 Voice Help This navigation system comes with voice help, which shows you what command to say when using the voice command functions. Command Help Voice Recognition Guide d The system displays a list of all available commands for the category. a Press and release the (Talk) a Say “Voice Recognition Guide”...
Page 18 Troubleshooting (P347) For more Information Why does the vehicle position icon on the map “lag” a How do I turn on the navigation system voice guidance? short distance behind my actual position, especially at intersections? Press the SETTINGS button. Select Navigation Settings This is normal.
Page 19 How to Use This Manual This section explains different methods on how you can easily find information in this manual. Searching the Table of Contents (P1) There is a Table of Contents and a more detailed Chapter Contents to help find the desired information. More Detailed Contents Table of Contents...
Page 20 After following the menu tree, step-by-step instructions explain how to achieve the desired result. ENTER/MENU button Address Book Menu Tree The menu tree helps guide you through the system’s menu options. To get to your desired function, follow the menu tree in order of the steps displayed.
Page 21: System Setup
System Setup This section describes the start-up procedure and the navigation and setup functions. Start-up ........... 20 Routing .............49 Color ............. 69 Voice Control System ......22 Route Preference ........50 View (Map Orientation) ......72 Command Input ........22 Unverified Routing ........52 3D Angle Adjustment......
Page 22: Start-Up
Start-up The navigation system starts automatically when you set the power mode to Start-up ACCESSORY or ON. At start-up, the following Confirmation screen is displayed. If the navigation system loses power at any time, you 1. Press to continue. may need to press and hold the (Power) button for more than two seconds, or you may be prompted If you do not press...
Page 23 uuStart-upu ■ Limitations for Manual Operation Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. You cannot select a grayed-out option using the Interface Dial until the vehicle is stopped. Voice commands are still operable while the vehicle is in motion. Disabled option...
Page 24: Voice Control System
Voice Control System Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation of most of Voice Control System the navigation system functions. The system displays voice commands that can be The voice control system uses the (Talk) and (Hang-Up/Back) buttons on accepted on the displayed screen.
Page 25: Voice Recognition
uuVoice Control SystemuVoice Recognition Voice Recognition Voice Recognition To achieve optimum voice recognition when using the navigation voice control system: The voice control system can only be used from the driver’s seat because the microphone unit removes • Make sure the correct screen is displayed for the voice command that you are noises from the front passenger’s side.
Page 26: Voice Recognition Settings
uuVoice Control SystemuVoice Recognition Settings Voice Recognition Settings H SETTINGS button System Settings Voice Reco. Rotate to select an item. Press The following items are available: • Default: Restores the factory default settings. • Voice Prompt: Turns the voice prompt on or off. On (factory default): Provides the voice prompts.
Page 27: Siri® Eyes Free
uuVoice Control SystemuSiri® Eyes Free Siri® Eyes Free Siri® Eyes Free When your compatible iPhone is paired and linked to the system via Bluetooth®, you can say Siri-related commands. Make sure Siri on your iPhone is turned on. iPhone and Siri are trademarks of Apple, Inc. 2 Pairing a Phone P.
Page 28: Interface Settings
Interface Settings Navigation Screen Settings H SETTINGS button Navigation Screen Settings System Settings Display You can set separate daytime and nighttime settings for Brightness, Contrast, and Black Level. Adjust Adjusts the screen’s preferences. each setting when the display is in either daytime or 1.
Page 29: Sound And Beep Settings
uuInterface SettingsuSound and Beep Settings Sound and Beep Settings H SETTINGS button Sound and Beep Settings System Settings Feedback Guidance Volume If you set Guidance Volume to 0, you will not hear Changes the system sound and beep settings. route guidance or voice command confirmations. Rotate to select an item.
Page 30: Clock Adjustment
uuInterface SettingsuClock Adjustment Clock Adjustment H SETTINGS button Clock Adjustment Clock Settings Auto Time Zone If you live and work in two different time zones, you Set the automatic adjustment of the system clock for daylight saving and may want to turn Auto Time Zone to OFF. When international time zones.
Page 31: Setting The Clock
uuInterface SettingsuClock Adjustment ■ Setting the Clock Type H SETTINGS button Clock Settings Clock/Wallpaper Type Clock 1. Rotate to select an option to change the design. Press ■ Setting the Clock H SETTINGS button Clock Settings Clock Adjustment 1. Move to highlight the hour digit.
Page 32 uuInterface SettingsuWallpaper Settings Wallpaper Settings Wallpaper Settings Select, delete, and import wallpaper pictures for display on the screen. • When importing wallpaper files, the image must be in the USB flash drive’s root directory. Images in a ■ Import Wallpaper folder cannot be imported.
Page 33 uuInterface SettingsuWallpaper Settings ■ Select Wallpaper H SETTINGS button Clock Settings Clock/Wallpaper Type Wallpaper 1. Rotate to select a desired wallpaper. Press The preview is displayed on the left side on the screen. The pop-up menu appears on the screen. 2.
Page 34 uuInterface SettingsuWallpaper Settings ■ Delete Wallpaper H SETTINGS button Clock Settings Clock/Wallpaper Type Wallpaper 1. Rotate to select a wallpaper that you want to delete. Press The preview is displayed on the left side on the screen. The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
Page 35: Unit Settings
uuInterface SettingsuUnit Settings Unit Settings H SETTINGS button System Settings Others Units Sets the map units to either mile or km. Rotate to select the map unit. Press...
Page 36: Language Settings
uuInterface SettingsuLanguage Settings Language Settings H SETTINGS button Language Settings System Settings Others Language Voice confirmation of cities and streets only occurs when English is the system language. Set the system language used on all screens. You can choose from three languages: English, Français (French), Español (Spanish).
Page 37 uuInterface SettingsuOperation Restriction Tips Operation Restriction Tips H SETTINGS button System Settings Others Operation Restriction Tips Alerts you when manual control of the system is disabled to prevent distraction while driving. Only voice commands are available. Rotate to select On or Off. Press The following items are available: •...
Page 38 uuInterface SettingsuHeader Clock Display Header Clock Display H SETTINGS button System Settings Others Header Clock Display Selects whether the clock display comes on. Rotate to select On or Off. Press The following options are available: • On (factory default): The system displays the clock in the navigation screen. •...
Page 39: Personal Information
Personal Information H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Personal Info Personal Information Personal information cannot be backed up or moved Use the personal information menu to select and set your address books, home to another navigation system. address, and PINs. You can also delete unwanted destinations from the list of The navigation settings can also be selected from the previously routed destinations.
Page 40: Address Book
uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book Address Book H SETTINGS button Address Book Navigation Settings Personal Info Address Book Up to 200 addresses can be stored to each address book of Driver 1 and Driver 2 separately. Store up to 200 address entries in two address books (Driver 1 and Driver 2). You can add, edit, and delete information in the address books.
Page 41 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book ■ Adding an Address Book Entry Adding an Address Book Entry If you do not give the address a name, one is H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Personal Info Address Book automatically assigned (e.g., Address 001). You can Options re-enter, edit, or make changes to any entry.
Page 42 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book • Alert: Alerts you when you approach the address entry. On: Beeps and displays a message when your vehicle gets near the entry. Off (factory default): Disables the feature. 3. Rotate to select Name. Press 4. Enter a name or title. Select OK. 5.
Page 43 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book • Intersection: Specify the intersection by entering two streets. 2 Entering a Destination P. 114 • Download POI: Select a place/landmark from a list of the imported POI (category and places) data you created. 2 Entering a Destination P. 114 •...
Page 44 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book ■ Editing an Address Book Entry Editing an Address Book Entry The entered contents are displayed on the Edit H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Personal Info Address Book address screen. 1. Rotate to select the address to edit.
Page 45 uuPersonal InformationuAddress Book ■ Creating a New Category 1. Rotate to select Options. Press 2. Rotate to select New Category. Press 3. Enter a name and select an icon when prompted. The created category is displayed in the list of categories. ■...
Page 46: Home Address
uuPersonal InformationuHome Address Home Address H SETTINGS button Home Address Navigation Settings Personal Info Edit Go Home If you have PIN-protected your home addresses, enter your PIN when prompted. Select OK. PINs are Set a home address that you frequently use. optional.
Page 47: Pin Numbers
uuPersonal InformationuPIN Numbers PIN Numbers H SETTINGS button PIN Numbers Navigation Settings Personal Info PIN Number Personal Identification Number (PIN) is a password Set a four-digit PIN for protecting personal addresses and your home address. Once used to access personal data. you set a PIN, you are prompted to enter it whenever you access a personal address or a home address.
Page 48: Previous Destination
uuPersonal InformationuPrevious Destination Previous Destination H SETTINGS button Previous Destination Navigation Settings Personal Info Previous Destination Up to 50 destinations can be stored. To cancel the selection of a previous destination, The navigation system maintains a list of your previously routed destinations as a rotate to highlight the destination again.
Page 49: Category History
uuPersonal InformationuCategory History Category History H SETTINGS button Category History Navigation Settings Personal Info Category History Up to 50 categories can be stored. To cancel the selection of a category, rotate The navigation system maintains a list of your recently used place categories as a highlight the category again.
Page 50: Download Poi
uuPersonal InformationuDownload POI Download POI Import custom Points of Interest (POI) into the navigation system and set the POI as a destination. You can also add, edit, and delete POIs. Importing POI Categories ■ Importing POI Categories For more information about connecting a USB flash H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Destination Download POI...
Page 51: Routing
Routing H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Routing Routing The navigation settings can also be selected from the Choose various settings that determine the navigation system functionality during navigation menu. Press from the map screen. route calculation. Move to select Destination or Map/ Route.
Page 52: Route Preference
uuRoutinguRoute Preference Route Preference H SETTINGS button Route Preference Navigation Settings Routing Route Preference The calculated route may be the shortest route or the route you would choose. For safety reasons, the Change the route preference by selecting minimum or maximum driving methods. system generally applies the following rules to your 1.
Page 53 H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Routing Route Preference information, contact an Acura dealer or visit www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink. You can select desired routes by sorting the route list. The three top routes can be displayed on the Select a route screen. 2 Viewing the Routes P. 141 1.
Page 54: Unverified Routing
uuRoutinguUnverified Routing Unverified Routing H SETTINGS button Unverified Routing Navigation Settings Routing Unverified Routing Unverified roads are found in rural areas, and typically include residential streets away from the Receive turn-by-turn map and voice guidance in unverified areas. center of a town. They may not be accurate and can Rotate to select On or Off.
Page 55 uuRoutinguUnverified Routing Differences On (factory default) Route line The route line uses verified A blue-pink route line highlights streets only (when possible). suggested unverified streets on If Straight Line Guide is set to the map while traveling to your On, a pink vector line is destination.
Page 56: Traffic Rerouting
uuRoutinguTraffic Rerouting Traffic Rerouting H SETTINGS button Traffic Rerouting Navigation Settings Routing Traffic Rerouting You must be in or near a traffic-enabled city to receive coverage for that area. Traffic information is A faster route can be calculated based on continuously updated traffic information. available in certain areas in the lower 48 states, 2 Traffic Rerouting P.
Page 57: Edit Poi Search Radius Along Route
uuRoutinguEdit POI Search Radius Along Route Edit POI Search Radius Along Route H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Routing Edit POI Search Radius Along Route Select the distance from your highlighted route line (on either side of your route) that the system will search for a waypoint. 2 Adding Waypoints P.
Page 58: Avoided Area
uuRoutinguAvoided Area Avoided Area H SETTINGS button Avoided Area Navigation Settings Routing Avoided Area The maximum size of one side of an “avoid area” is approximately 1/2 mile (800 m). Specify up to five areas to avoid (e.g., road construction, closures), if possible, when the system calculates routes to your destination.
Page 59 uuRoutinguAvoided Area 6. Rotate to select a method for Avoided Area specifying the area. Press Avoid area can be set in the 1/20, 1/8, or 1/4 mile (80, 200, or 400 m) map scales. The following options are available: • Address: Specify the general area by entering an address. 2 Address P.
Page 60: Guidance
Guidance H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Guidance The navigation settings can also be selected from the Choose various settings that determine the navigation system functionality during navigation menu. Press from the map screen. route guidance. Move to select Destination or Map/ Rotate to select an item.
Page 61: Guidance Mode
uuGuidanceuGuidance Mode Guidance Mode H SETTINGS button Guidance Mode Navigation Settings Guidance Guidance mode Press the NAV button to switch between the map, next guidance direction, and a list of guidance Select the display mode for the map and guidance screens. directions.
Page 62 uuGuidanceuGuidance Mode • Direction List: Displays the map and direction list simultaneously on the map screen. When you approach a guidance point, the next guidance point appears. Direction List screen Next Maneuver screen Near the next guidance point Next guidance point Guidance direction list •...
Page 63: Street Name Guidance
uuGuidanceuStreet Name Guidance Street Name Guidance H SETTINGS button Street Name Guidance Navigation Settings Guidance Street Name Guidance This feature is only available when the system language is set to English. The navigation system includes the street names during voice guidance (e.g., “Turn This feature may not be available in non-English right on Main Street”).
Page 64: Non-Map Screens
uuGuidanceuNon-map Screens Non-map Screens H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Non-map Screens The navigation system temporarily interrupts the screen display to view the guidance screen as you approach a guidance point. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: •...
Page 65: Guidance Point
uuGuidanceuGuidance Point Guidance Point H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Guidance Point Set the guidance point to display on the map screen. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • Destination (factory default): Displays the remaining/arrival time and distance to the destination.
Page 66: Estimated Time
uuGuidanceuEstimated Time Estimated Time H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Guidance Estimated Time Select the estimated time to display on the screen. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • Arrival: Displays the arrival time to the destination or the next waypoint. •...
Page 67: Map
H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings The navigation settings can also be selected from the Select the landmark icons to display on the map, select the color of the map, change navigation menu. Press from the map screen. the orientation of the map, or adjust the current position of the vehicle as displayed Move to select Destination or Map/ Route.
Page 68 uuMapu • Display Tracking: Sets whether to display the tracking dots on the map. 2 Display Tracking P. 75 • Delete Tracking: Deletes the tracking dots on the map. 2 Deleting Tracking Dots P. 76 • Correct Vehicle Position: Adjusts the position of the vehicle on the map. 2 Correct Vehicle Position P.
Page 69: Showing Icons On Map
uuMapuShowing Icons on Map Showing Icons on Map H SETTINGS button Showing Icons on Map Navigation Settings Show Icon on Map If you have PIN-protected your address book, enter your PIN when prompted. Move to select OK. PINs Select the icons that are displayed on the map. are optional.
Page 70 uuMapuShowing Icons on Map ■ Fine-tuning the Icons Icons in some categories can be fine-tuned to display or hide. 1. Rotate to select the icons to display on the map. Press Pressing toggles the check mark display on or off. Repeat the procedure as necessary.
Page 71: Color
uuMapuColor Color Set separate map colors for Day and Night modes. Color (Day) ■ Color (Day) The factory default is set to Beige. H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Color (Day) Rotate to select a color for the Day mode. Press Color (Night) ■...
Page 72 uuMapuColor ■ Switching Display Mode Manually Switching Display Mode Manually A visual guide helps you see the difference between Set the screen brightness separately for Day and Night modes. Press the Day and Night modes. (Display mode) button to cycle through the display modes (Day to Night to Off). 2 Day or Night Mode P.
Page 73 uuMapuColor Illumination Priority Operation Dash illumination When headlights are turned on, and you wish to adjustment buttons have the Day display mode, adjust the (see your Owner’s illumination to the full brightness setting (beeps). Manual for location) Remember: Adjust the dash brightness back to mid-range to allow auto switching by sensing the headlights are on or off.
Page 74: View (Map Orientation)
uuMapuView (Map Orientation) View (Map Orientation) H SETTINGS button View (Map Orientation) Navigation Settings View The red arrow in the symbol always points North. Select the map orientation. Heading-up and 3D map view switch to the North-up Rotate to select an option. Press view on the maximum map scale.
Page 75: 3D Angle Adjustment
uuMapu3D Angle Adjustment 3D Angle Adjustment H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings 3D Angle Adjustment Adjust the viewing angle. Rotate to adjust the angle. Press...
Page 76: Straight Line Guide
uuMapuStraight Line Guide Straight Line Guide H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Straight Line Guide Set whether to display a straight guideline to the destination or waypoint. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • On (factory default): Displays a straight guideline on the map. •...
Page 77: Display Tracking
uuMapuDisplay Tracking Display Tracking H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Display Tracking The navigation system can be set to display white tracking dots (“breadcrumbs”) on the map screen. Rotate to select an option. Press The following options are available: • On: Displays white tracking dots. 2 Tracking Dots P.
Page 78 uuMapuDisplay Tracking ■ Deleting Tracking Dots Deleting Tracking Dots When you transfer the vehicle to a third party, delete H SETTINGS button Navigation Settings Delete Tracking the tracking dots. Rotate to select Yes. Press...
Page 79: Correct Vehicle Position
uuMapuCorrect Vehicle Position Correct Vehicle Position H SETTINGS button Correct Vehicle Position Navigation Settings Correct Vehicle Position An apparent position error can occur where buildings, tunnels, and other objects block or reflect the GPS signals, forcing the system to use “dead Manually adjust the current position of the vehicle as displayed on the map screen if reckoning”...
Page 80: Customized Features
Customized Features Use the navigation screen to customize certain features. Customized Features When you customize settings, make sure that the Navigation Screen vehicle is at a complete stop and select the gear ■ How to customize position to Select your desired setting item by pressing the SETTINGS button, then rotating To customize other features, rotate , move while the power mode is ON and the vehicle is at a complete stop.
Page 81 uuCustomized Featuresu Navigation screen ■ Customization flow Default Press the SETTINGS button. Personal Address Book Info Edit Go Home PIN Number Navigation Previous Destination Settings Category History Download POI Route Optional Routes Preference Freeways/Highways Toll Roads ETC Roads Ferries U-Turn Server Route Routing Unverified Routing...
Page 82 uuCustomized Featuresu Show Icon on Map Color (Day) Color (Night) View 3D Angle Adjustment Straight Line Guide Display Tracking Delete Tracking Correct Vehicle Position System Device Information Map Data Update...
Page 83 uuCustomized Featuresu Bluetooth/ Default Phone Bluetooth Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Device List Edit Pairing Code Phone Edit Speed Dial Auto Transfer Auto Answer Ring Tone Automatic Phone Sync Use Contact Photo Text/Email Enable Text/Email Select Account New Text/Email Alert Continued...
Page 84 uuCustomized Featuresu Default Camera Rear Fixed Guideline Settings Camera Dynamic Guideline Default Surround Fixed Guideline View Camera Dynamic Guideline Auto Show Camera After Reverse Default Camera Mode in Forward Default Camera Mode in Reverse Show Camera When Decelerating Clear Parking Guidance Automatically Display Cross Traffic Monitor Cross Traffic Monitor...
Page 85 uuCustomized Featuresu Default Forward Collision Warning Distance Head-up Warning ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep Driver ACC Display Speed Unit Assist Road Departure Mitigation Setting Lane Keeping Assist Suspend Beep Blind Spot Info Language Selection Adjust Outside Temp. Display Vehicle Meter “Trip A”...
Page 86 uuCustomized Featuresu Door Unlock Mode Keyless Access Beep Volume Keyless Keyless Access Light Flash Access Keyless Access Beep Remote Start System On/Off Walk Away Auto Lock Interior Light Dimming Time Lighting Headlight Auto Off Timer Auto Light Sensitivity Auto Door Lock Auto Door Unlock Door Key And Remote Unlock Mode...
Page 87 uuCustomized Featuresu Default Clock Clock/Wallpaper Clock Type Settings Wallpaper Clock Adjustment Clock Format Auto Time Zone Auto Daylight Clock Reset AcuraLink Default Settings AcuraLink Msg Notice Delete AcuraLink Messages AcuraLink Subscription Status Continued...
Page 88 uuCustomized Featuresu Default Sync Display Brightness Display Brightness Contrast Black Level System Guidance Volume Feedback Settings Verbal Reminder Voice Voice Prompt Reco. Song By Voice Song By Voice Phonetic Modification Phonebook Phonetic Modification Guidance Volume Others Units Language Operation Restriction Tips Header Clock Display System Device Information Factory Data Reset...
Page 89 uuCustomized Featuresu Navigation Screen ■ List of customizable options Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the Default Yes/No Navigation Settings group as default. Address Book Stores new addresses or edits your address book. — Edit Go Home Sets or edits your home address.
Page 90 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group You can select desired routes by sorting the route Optimal list. — Routes 2 Optimal Routes* P. 51 Freeways/ /Min Highways Route Toll Roads /Min Preference Change the route preference by selecting ETC Roads minimum or maximum driving methods.
Page 91 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Guidance Volume Adjusts the navigation system volume level. — Sets whether to display only the map screen or a /Direction List/ Guidance Mode split map guidance screen. Next Maneuver Sets whether to read out the street names during Street Name Guidance /Off voice guidance (U.S.
Page 92 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Show Icon on Map Selects the icons to display on the map. — White/Beige /Blue/ Color (Day) Selects the color of the map for the Day mode. Black White/Beige/Blue Color (Night) Selects the color of the map for the Night mode.
Page 93 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the Default Yes/No Bluetooth/Phone Settings group as default. Bluetooth Turns the Bluetooth® on and off. /Off Pairs a new phone to HFL, edits or deletes a paired Bluetooth Device List —...
Page 94 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Enable Text/Email Turns the text/e-mail message function on and off. On /Off Bluetooth/ Select Account Selects a mail or text message account. — Text/ Phone Selects whether a pop-up alert comes on the Email Settings New Text/Email Alert...
Page 95 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the Rear Default Yes/No Camera group as default. Rear Selects whether the fixed guidelines come on the Fixed Guideline /Off Camera rear camera monitor. Selects whether the dynamic guidelines come on Dynamic Guideline /Off the rear camera monitor.
Page 96 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Sets the screen to automatically return to the camera view at vehicle speeds of 7 mph (12 km/h) Show Camera When or lower. The screen can return only when the On/Off Decelerating Surround display has been switched to the navigation screen...
Page 97 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the Vehicle Default Yes/No Settings group as default. Forward Collision Warning Changes at which distance CMBS alerts. Long/Normal /Short Distance See the owner’s manual. Changes the setting for the flash of head-up Head-up Warning warning light to alert.
Page 98 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Changes the displayed language on the multi- English /Français/ Language Selection information display. Español See the owner’s manual. -5°F ~ ±0°F ~ +5°F Adjust Outside Temp. Adjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees. (U.S.) Display See the owner’s manual.
Page 99 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Turns the driving position memory system on and Memory Position Link off using a remote transmitter. /Off See the owner’s manual. Vehicle Driving Turns the automatic retraction of the seat on and Settings Position Seat Position Movement At...
Page 100 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Changes which doors unlock when you grab the Driver Door Only /All Door Unlock Mode driver’s door handle. Doors See the owner’s manual. Changes the volume of the keyless access beep. Keyless Access Beep Volume High /Low...
Page 101 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Changes the length of time the interior lights stay 60seconds/ Interior Light Dimming Time on after you close the doors. 30seconds See the owner’s manual. 15seconds Vehicle Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay Lighting 60seconds/30seconds/ Settings...
Page 102 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Changes the setting for the automatic locking With Vehicle Speed Auto Door Lock feature. Shift from P/Off See the owner’s manual. All Doors When Driver’s Door Opens Changes the setting for when the doors unlock All Doors When Auto Door Unlock automatically.
Page 103 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Changes the dynamic mode setting for when you Dynamic Last Used /Econ/ Preferred Dynamic Mode set the power mode to ON. Mode Normal/Sport See the owner’s manual. Vehicle Wireless Wireless Charging Turns the wireless charger operation on and off.
Page 104 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the Clock Default Yes/No Settings group as default. Analog/Digital /Small Clock Changes the clock display type. Digital/Off Changes the wallpaper type. ● Clock/Wallpaper Type Blank/Galaxy Imports an image file for a new wallpaper. ●...
Page 105 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the Default Yes/No AcuraLink Settings group as default. Selects whether newly received AcuraLink AcuraLink Msg Notice /Off AcuraLink messages are to be displayed. Settings Delete AcuraLink Message Deletes AcuraLink messages.
Page 106 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Cancels/Resets all customized items in the System Default Yes/No Settings group as default. Selects whether the display brightness Sync Display Brightness /Off synchronizes with the instrument panel brightness. Brightness Changes the brightness of the navigation screen. —...
Page 107 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Changes the distance unit on the navigation map mile /km (U.S.) Units screen. mile/km (Canada) English /Français/ Language Changes the display language. Español Alerts you when manual control of the system is System Operation Restriction Tips disabled to prevent distraction while driving.
Page 108 uuCustomized Featuresu On Demand Multi-Use Display ■ How to customize While the vehicle is at a complete stop with the power mode in ON, select Audio Menu, then select a setting item. On Demand Multi-Use Display...
Page 109 uuCustomized Featuresu On Demand Multi-Use Display ■ Customization flow Select Audio Menu. Bass Treble Edit Source Fader Order Balance Sound Center Settings Subwoofer DTS Neural Surround Audio SiriusXM Play the Song from the Beginning Settings SportsFlash Traffic & Weather Now Setup Channel Art TuneMix TuneMix...
Page 110 uuCustomized Featuresu On Demand Multi-Use Display ■ List of customizable options Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Changes the order of source list. Edit Source Order — 2 Customizing Audio Source P. 185 Bass Treble Fader Balance Sound Adjusts the settings of the audio speaker’s sound. —...
Page 111 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Traffic & Weather Now Selects a city for using the SiriusXM® traffic and — Setup weather information. SiriusXM Channel Art Turns on and off the channel art display. /Off TuneMix Turns multiple channel mix preset on and off. On/Off CD mode Selects whether the songs on music CDs are...
Page 112 uuCustomized Featuresu Setup Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Group Selects whether the screen brightness synchronizes Sync Display Brightness Off/On with the instruments panel brightness. Changes the brightness of the On Demand Multi- Brightness — Use Display Changes the contrast of the On Demand Multi-Use Contrast —...
Page 113: Data Reset
Data Reset Defaulting All the Settings H SETTINGS button Defaulting All the Settings System Settings Others Factory Data Reset When you transfer the vehicle to a third party, reset all settings to factory defaults and delete all personal Resets all the menu and customized settings to the factory defaults. data.
Page 114: On Demand Multi-Use Display
On Demand Multi-Use Display Changing the Screen Settings Adjust the screen settings of the On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Select Audio Menu. 2. Select Screen Settings. 3. Use or other icons to adjust the setting. Use the icons to turn the page.
Page 115: Navigation
Navigation This section describes how to enter a destination, select a route to take, and follow the route to your destination. It also describes how to change your route or destination along the way. Entering a Destination ......114 Calculating the Route ......139 Canceling the Route......
Page 116: Entering A Destination
Entering a Destination H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Entering a Destination If you press when en route, the Map/Route This section describes how to enter a destination for route guidance. screen is displayed. 2 Map/Route Menu P. 149 Rotate to select an item. Press Prior to departure, you can set areas along your route to avoid.
Page 117 uuEntering a Destinationu • Place Phone Number: Sets a destination by entering the phone number of a place/landmark. 2 Place Phone Number P. 132 • Intersection: Sets a destination (intersection) by entering two streets. 2 Intersection P. 135 • Download POI: Sets a destination by using a list of the imported POI (category and places) data you created.
Page 118: Address
uuEntering a DestinationuAddress Address H ENTER/MENU button Address Enter an address to use as the destination. The state or province you are currently in is displayed (e.g., California). Rotate to select an item. Press The following items are available: • City: Selects your destination city. 2 Selecting a City P.
Page 119 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting the State or Province Selecting the State or Province Move to select the following areas: H ENTER/MENU button Address Change State/Change Province • USA for the U.S. mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and Rotate to select a state or Puerto Rico •...
Page 120 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a City by Zip Code or Postal Code Selecting a City by Zip Code or Postal Code If your city is not listed, it may be part of a larger H ENTER/MENU button Address ZIP Code/Postal Code metropolitan area.
Page 121 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a City Selecting a City Vehicle position may not be displayed when: H ENTER/MENU button Address City • The vehicle is traveling off-road. • The vehicle position data cannot be updated. The name of the city where you are currently located is displayed. You do not need to enter spaces or symbols (e.g., &, 1.
Page 122 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a Street Selecting a Street When entering the names of major freeways/ H ENTER/MENU button Address Street highways, you can use the following abbreviations. 1. Enter the name of your destination For interstates, use an “I” (e.g., I-10). For U.S. freeways, use “US”...
Page 123 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress 3. Enter the street number. Only valid street numbers can be entered. 4. Select Search. 5. Set the route to your destination. 2 Calculating the Route P. 139 Continued...
Page 124 uuEntering a DestinationuAddress ■ Selecting a Street by House Number H ENTER/MENU button Address House Number 1. Enter the house number. Only a valid house number can be entered. 2. Select Search. If you did not yet select a street name, enter a street name when you are prompted.
Page 125: Address Book
uuEntering a DestinationuAddress Book Address Book H ENTER/MENU button Address Book Address Book If you have PIN-protected your address book, enter your PIN when prompted. Press to select OK. Select an address stored in your address book to use as the destination. PINs are optional.
Page 126: Previous Destination
uuEntering a DestinationuPrevious Destination Previous Destination H ENTER/MENU button Previous Destination Previous Destination If Previous Destination is grayed out, there are no previous destinations entered. Select an address from a list of your 50 most recent destinations to use as the destination.
Page 127: Place Category
uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Category Place Category H ENTER/MENU button Place Category Place Category This option is convenient if you do not know the exact name of a place or if you want to narrow down Select the category of a place (e.g., Banking, Lodging, Restaurant) stored in the map the number of matches returned for places with a database to search for the destination.
Page 128 uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Category 3. Rotate to select an item. Press Place Category The straight line distance (as the crow flies, not driving distance) and direction to the destination are displayed for the highlighted place. The following items are available: •...
Page 129: Local Search
The screen in this section may differ from the actual (e.g., Community). Press ones. Local Search is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura dealer or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.acura.ca/owners/ acuralink (Canada). 2. Rotate to select a subcategory.
Page 130 uuEntering a DestinationuLocal Search 3. Rotate to select an item. Press 4. Set the route to your destination. 2 Calculating the Route P. 139 The following items are available: • Search nearby: Finds the nearest POI around your vehicle. • Search near a point on the map: Selects a POI by scrolling the Interface Dial on the map screen.
Page 131: Place Name
uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Name Place Name H ENTER/MENU button Place Name Enter the name of a place (e.g., business, hotel, restaurant) stored in the map database to use as the destination. 1. Enter a place name. 2. Select Search to display a list of matching hits.
Page 132 uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Name ■ Place Name in Multiple Categories Place Name in Multiple Categories Matching letters are highlighted. If the place name is in multiple categories in the map database, the following screen is displayed. 1. Rotate to select a place name. Move 2.
Page 133 uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Name 3. Rotate to select a place. Select Place Name in Multiple Categories and press Rotate to select Sort by City or Sort by 4. Set the route to your destination. Distance. Press 2 Calculating the Route P. 139...
Page 134: Place Phone Number
uuEntering a DestinationuPlace Phone Number Place Phone Number H ENTER/MENU button Place Phone Number Place Phone Number All 10 digits must be entered. Select a destination by phone number. Only phone numbers in the database are Phone numbers of private residences entered in your recognized.
Page 135: Download Poi
uuEntering a DestinationuDownload POI Download POI H ENTER/MENU button Download POI Download POI Rotate to select Options. The following items are available: Select a place imported into the navigation system as the destination. • Import from USB: Imports POI data into the 1.
Page 136: Scenic Route
uuEntering a DestinationuScenic Route Scenic Route H ENTER/MENU button Scenic Route Scenic Route If you select a scenic road that runs through multiple states or provinces, only the portion of the road in the Select a scenic road as a destination (U.S. and Canada only). selected state or province is displayed.
Page 137: Intersection
uuEntering a DestinationuIntersection Intersection H ENTER/MENU button Intersection Intersection It is usually easier to select Street to find the streets first. The city or cities that the streets are in will be Select the intersection of two streets as the destination. The state or province for displayed.
Page 138: Select Using Map
uuEntering a DestinationuSelect using Map Select using Map H ENTER/MENU button Select using Map Use the Interface Dial to manually select an icon or a location on the map screen as the destination. You are prompted to define the map area to display. 1.
Page 139 uuEntering a DestinationuSelect using Map 2. Scroll the map to position the Select using Map cursor over your desired Auto Zoom destination, adjusting the map Press repeatedly on the map to zoom in (to the scale as necessary. scale 1/4 mile (400 m)) while scrolling the map. If the address is not the desired Information icons are displayed at scales from 1 mile location, scroll the map to...
Page 140: Coordinate
uuEntering a DestinationuCoordinate Coordinate H ENTER/MENU button Coordinate Coordinate Latitude and longitude must be entered up to the seconds’ value. Specify a location using latitude and longitude map coordinates. 1. Enter the latitude and select OK. 2. Enter the longitude and select OK. 3.
Page 141: Calculating The Route
Calculating the Route This section describes how to calculate your route. Calculating the Route 1. Rotate to select Set as The straight line distance (as the crow flies, not Destination. Press driving distance) and direction to the destination are displayed. The system calculates and displays the route line on the You cannot use voice commands while the system is...
Page 142 uuCalculating the Routeu 2. Follow the route guidance to your Calculating the Route destination. Edit Home Entry 2 Driving to Your Destination You can edit your home address entry. 2 Home Address P. 44 P. 142 The system provides you with More Information pop-up messages if your route You can view detailed information about the...
Page 143: Viewing The Routes
Canadian models travel time is displayed for each Server Routes is a subscription service. For more route. information, contact an Acura dealer or visit The system calculates and displays www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink. the route line on the map screen. 2 Route Line P. 144 ■...
Page 144: Driving To Your Destination
Driving to Your Destination This section describes how to follow the route guidance to your destination, receive Viewing the Route traffic information and choose the icons displayed on the map screen. You can change the map scale by rotating If you scroll the map while en route, the time and Viewing the Route distance to destination indicators are replaced with an indicator displaying the distance from the current...
Page 145: Guidance Screen
uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Guidance Screen Guidance Screen A visual guide helps you check the guidance screen. The guidance screen offers an alternative way to view your route. 2 Guidance Screen P. 10 The next guidance point is displayed as you approach each Turn-by-Turn Directions guidance point on the route.
Page 146: Route Line
uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Route Line Route Line You can set Unverified Routing to Off to follow When driving on verified streets, the route line is light blue. The route line display your own route to the destination. If Unverified changes when driving on unverified streets: Routing is On, be aware that unverified streets may •...
Page 147 uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Deviating From the Planned Route If you leave the calculated route, the system automatically recalculates a route to the desired destination based on your current location and direction. 2 Route Preference P. 50 Continued...
Page 148 uuDriving to Your DestinationuViewing the Route ■ Tracking Dots Tracking Dots A message “Not on a digitized road” may appear You can display a series of dots (breadcrumbs) to track the path you are taking. If when you drive 1/2 mile (800 m) away from a needed, you can follow the dots back to the mapped road you originally left.
Page 149: Listening To Voice Guidance
uuDriving to Your DestinationuListening to Voice Guidance Listening to Voice Guidance Listening to Voice Guidance As you approach each guidance point, a pop-up window is displayed on the map screen with instructions for you to follow. Voice guidance for each guidance point is You can turn voice guidance OFF if you prefer.
Page 150: Reaching A Waypoint
uuDriving to Your DestinationuReaching a Waypoint Reaching a Waypoint When you reach a waypoint, a pop-up message is displayed. You can continue or pause the route guidance. Rotate to select No to pause the route guidance. Press Select Yes to continue the guidance. ■...
Page 151: Map/Route Menu
Map/Route Menu Displaying the Map/Route Menu Map/Route Menu Use the Map/Route Menu to control the icons displayed on the screen and to display traffic information and messages. You can also use the Map/Route Menu to find If you scroll the map while en route, press the NAV (or BACK) button to return to the current position locations or to cancel the route.
Page 152 uuMap/Route MenuuDisplaying the Map/Route Menu The following items are available: Map/Route Menu • Repeat Guidance: Select to replay the voice guidance when en route. Directions 2 Listening to Voice Guidance P. 147 The system provides freeway/highway exit • Cancel Route: Cancels the route guidance. information only in the U.S.
Page 153 uuMap/Route MenuuDisplaying the Map/Route Menu • Traffic Incidents: Displays a list of the traffic incidents around your current location or on your current route. 2 Traffic Rerouting P. 159 • Map Legend: Displays an overview of the map lines, areas, routes, traffic information, and navigation icons.
Page 154: Current Location
uuMap/Route MenuuCurrent Location Current Location H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Current Location Map/Route Current Location If you have PIN-protected your address book, enter your PIN when prompted. Select OK. PINs are Display and save your current location for future use as a destination. The address, optional.
Page 155: Map Legend
uuMap/Route MenuuMap Legend Map Legend H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map Legend Map/Route Map Legend A visual guide helps you see the map legend. 2 Map Screen Legend P. 9 Display an overview of the map lines, areas, routes, traffic information, and 2 Traffic Information /AcuraLink Real-Time navigation icons.
Page 156 uuMap/Route MenuuMap Legend ■ Map Scale and Functions Map Scale and Functions You can change between mile or km. The functions that are available from the map screen depend on the map scale. 2 Unit Settings P. 33 Map Scale (top: mile, bottom: metric) Function page 1/20 1/8...
Page 157 Map Icons and Functions Map Icons and Functions Icon display control Display or hide all icons on the map screen, with the exception of Honda/Acura Icons that can be displayed or hidden using the Dealer icons which are always displayed.
Page 158 uuMap/Route MenuuMap Legend ■ Traffic icon Traffic icon When you use the Interface Dial to position the Icon display Type Icon selectable Icon searchable cursor (round red circle) over the traffic incident icon, control you can view the summary of the incident. Traffic incident Press on the traffic incident icon to view a pop-up...
Page 159: Directions
uuMap/Route MenuuDirections Directions H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Directions Map/Route Directions The system provides freeway/highway exit information only in the U.S. Display a list of the guidance points on your route for your confirmation. 1. Rotate to select a guidance The route guidance information is automatically point from the list.
Page 160 uuMap/Route MenuuDirections ■ Freeway/Highway Exit Information Freeway/Highway Exit Information You can scroll the map and select a (Freeway/ H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map/Route Exit Information Highway exit information) icon on the map screen to display the Freeway/Highway exit information. The Display a list of the Freeway/highway exits for the route.
Page 161: Traffic Rerouting Tm
Rerouting is set to On. 2 Traffic Rerouting P. 54 Canadian models This feature requires an AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura dealer or www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink. Continued * Not available on all models...
Page 162 uuMap/Route MenuuTraffic Rerouting ■ Traffic Rerouting Manually Traffic Rerouting Manually You can choose to avoid up to 10 traffic incidents. It H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map/Route Traffic Incidents is not always possible for the system to calculate a route that avoids all traffic incidents or specific traffic Manually avoid specific incidents and/or congestion on your route: incidents you select.
Page 163 uuMap/Route MenuuTraffic Rerouting 3. Rotate to select Recalculate Route. Press The system recalculates a detour route that avoids the traffic incidents.
Page 164: Changing Your Route
Changing Your Route H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Changing Your Route If you press when not en route, the Destination This section describes how to alter your route, add an interim “waypoint” (pit stop), Menu screen is displayed. choose a different destination, cancel your current destination, and continue your 2 Entering a Destination P.
Page 165: Pausing The Route
uuChanging Your RouteuPausing the Route Pausing the Route H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Pausing the Route Pause Guidance You can also pause your route from the Map/Route Menu. Pause the route guidance and return to the map screen. The destination icons and 2 Map/Route Menu P.
Page 166: Adding Waypoints
uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints Adding Waypoints Adding Waypoints Add up to four waypoints (pit stops) along the route to your destination. Waypoints allow you to stop for gas or food, for Waypoints are displayed on the map example, and then continue on to your destination. screen as small, numbered red flags.
Page 167 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints ■ Adding Waypoints from the Map/Route Menu Adding Waypoints from the Map/Route Menu Search method H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List Add New Destination Find Along Route “Search around” method 1. Rotate to select a search method to add a waypoint.
Page 168 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints 3. Rotate to select a place. Press The waypoint is added to the Destination List. 4. Rotate to select a location and move the order of destinations. Press 5. Rotate to select Options. Press...
Page 169 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints 6. Rotate to select Start Route. Press The route is automatically recalculated and displayed on the map screen. Continued...
Page 170 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints ■ Adding Waypoints from the Navigation Menu Adding Waypoints from the Navigation Menu You can edit the order of waypoints and destination. H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List Add New 2 Editing the Destination List P. 170 Destination Use Navigation Menu 1.
Page 171 uuChanging Your RouteuAdding Waypoints 3. Rotate to select Start Route. Press The route is automatically recalculated and displayed on the map screen.
Page 172: Editing The Destination List
uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List Editing the Destination List Editing the Order of Waypoints ■ Editing the Order of Waypoints Select Show All on Map to display the destination H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List and waypoints on the map screen. 1.
Page 173 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List 3. Rotate to select a list item to move. Press 4. Rotate to select a new location. Press 5. Rotate to select Options. Press 6. Rotate to select Start Route. Press The route is automatically recalculated and displayed on the map screen.
Page 174 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List ■ Deleting Waypoints Deleting Waypoints Select Show on Map to display the waypoint on the H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List map screen. 1. Rotate to select a list item to delete. Press 2.
Page 175 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List ■ Deleting All Waypoints H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination List 1. Rotate to select Options. Press 2. Rotate to select Delete All. Press Continued...
Page 176 uuChanging Your RouteuEditing the Destination List 3. Rotate to select Yes. Press...
Page 177: Taking A Detour
uuChanging Your RouteuTaking a Detour Taking a Detour H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Taking a Detour Detour The detour option is convenient if you encounter an unexpected obstacle such as a road closure or Calculate a detour route manually. The system attempts to calculate a new route by extremely heavy traffic congestion.
Page 178: Changing Your Destination
Changing Your Destination There are several methods you can use to change the route destination. Find Nearest Place H ENTER/MENU button (on map) Map/Route Search Nearby Search for the nearest place/landmark on the map screen and set it as your destination.
Page 179: Selecting A Destination On The Map
uuChanging Your DestinationuSelecting a Destination on the Map Selecting a Destination on the Map Selecting a Destination on the Map Select a new destination when en route by selecting a location on the map. If there is more than one icon or street under the map 1.
Page 180: Entering A New Destination
uuChanging Your DestinationuEntering a New Destination Entering a New Destination H ENTER/MENU button (when en route) Destination Enter a new destination using the Destination Menu screen even when you are en route. 1. Rotate to select a method to enter a new destination. 2 Entering a Destination P.
Page 181: Resuming Your Trip
Resuming Your Trip Stop your vehicle en route (e.g., to rest, stop for gas, etc.), and then continue on Resuming Your Trip your route. The Continue Trip screen has the same options as If you did not complete your route, the Continue Trip screen is displayed when you when you calculate a route.
Page 183: Audio
Audio This section describes how to operate the audio system. You can play music from a wide array of media sources, and control the audio system using the audio buttons, the Interface Dial, or voice control. Audio System ..........182 SiriusXM®...
Page 184: Audio System
Audio System About Your Audio System About Your Audio System The audio system features AM/FM radio and the SiriusXM® Radio service. It can also play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, Hard Disc Drive (HDD) audio, USB flash drives, SiriusXM® Radio is available on a subscription basis only.
Page 185: Usb Port
uuAudio SystemuUSB Port USB Port USB Port Install the iPod or iPhone USB • connector or the USB flash drive to Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may the USB port. damage it.
Page 186: Auxiliary Input Jack
uuAudio SystemuAuxiliary Input Jack Auxiliary Input Jack Auxiliary Input Jack Use the jack to connect standard audio devices. You can return to the AUX mode by selecting Source on the On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Open the center console. 2. Open the AUX cover. 3.
Page 187: Customizing Audio Source
uuAudio SystemuCustomizing Audio Source Customizing Audio Source Customizing Audio Source You can customize the order of the source lists. This operation is not allowed while the vehicle is in 1. Select Audio Menu, then select motion. Edit Source Order. 2. Select You can also display the Edit Source Order screen by selecting and holding one of the items on...
Page 188: Audio Remote Controls
Audio Remote Controls Steering Wheel Controls Audio Remote Controls Control basic audio system functions using the controls mounted on the steering wheel. Some mode appears only when an appropriate device or medium is used. Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, some functions may not be operated.
Page 189 uuAudio Remote ControlsuSteering Wheel Controls ■ Left Selector Wheel Left Selector Wheel *: Pandora® is available on U.S. models only. Roll Up to increase the volume. Roll Down to decrease the volume. Push to mute. Push again to unmute. FM/AM, SiriusXM® •...
Page 190: Audio Settings
Audio Settings H Audio Menu Audio Settings 1. Select an audio mode you want to set. 2. Select an item. The following items are available: SiriusXM • Play the Song from the Beginning: Selects whether to play the song from the beginning.
Page 191 uuAudio Settingsu CD/HDD Audio Settings • Recording Options: Displays the recording method and sound quality screen. • Recording from CD (CD mode): Selects whether the songs on music CDs are *: This function is available on U.S. models only. automatically recorded to the HDD. •...
Page 192: Adjusting The Sound
uuAudio SettingsuAdjusting the Sound Adjusting the Sound H Audio Menu Adjusting the Sound Sound Settings The SVC has four modes: Off, Low, Mid, and High. Adjust the sound bass, treble, fader, and balance. You can also adjust the strength SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle of the sound coming from the center and subwoofer speakers.
Page 193: Playing Fm/Am Radio
Playing FM/AM Radio Selecting FM/AM Mode Selecting FM/AM Mode 1. Select Source. 2. Select FM or AM. You can control the AM/FM radio using voice commands. The band and frequency are displayed on the On Demand Multi-Use Display 2 Audio P. 390 The ST indicator appears on the display indicating stereo FM broadcasts.
Page 194: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying FM/AM RadiouAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through On Demand Multi-Use Display Audio Screen Control Preset screen Tune screen *1: This function is available on U.S. models only. Select Tune. HD Radio Technology manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corporation.
Page 195 uuPlaying FM/AM RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Manual Input To use the numbered keys: 1. Select Tune. 2. Input the frequency. 3. Select OK. To use the frequency bar: 1. Touch the frequency indicator at the place you want to select. 2.
Page 196 uuPlaying FM/AM RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Radio Data System H Stations Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station. ■ To find an RDS station from Station List Select the station. ■ Manual update Updates your available station list at any time.
Page 197: Audio Menu
uuPlaying FM/AM RadiouAudio Menu Audio Menu H Audio Menu Select a setting item. Use the icons to turn the page. Select to finish the sound adjustment. Select to go back to the previous screen. The following items are available: • Edit Source Order: Displays the Edit Source Order screen. 2 Customizing Audio Source P.
Page 198: Playing Siriusxm® Radio
Playing SiriusXM® Radio Selecting SiriusXM® Mode Playing SiriusXM® Radio 1. Select Source. 2. Select SiriusXM. You can control the SiriusXM® radio using voice commands. The band and channel are displayed on the On Demand Multi-Use display 2 Voice Control Operation P. 6 In the channel mode, all available channels are selectable.
Page 199: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through On Demand Multi-Use Display Preset screen Tune screen Select Tune. Select Station Number The following items are available: • : Displays the current station details. Select to display the previous screen. •...
Page 200 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Preset Memory To store a station: 1. Tune to the selected channel. 2. Select Presets/Controls icon to set the Presets. 3. Select and hold a desired number you want to store the station. To listen to a stored station, select the station number. ■...
Page 201 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Multi-channel preset (for music channels only) Multi-channel preset (for music channels only) You can store up to four of your preferred music channels per preset and listen to To store a multi-channel preset, you need to setup them randomly.
Page 202 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Listening to Featured Channels Listening to Featured Channels Up to three featured channels by SiriusXM® can be Suggested channel listing received from SiriusXM® can be displayed and selected. displayed. 1. Select Browse. 2. Select Featured Channels. 3.
Page 203 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Replay Function Replay Function The system starts storing broadcast in memory when The system constantly records up to the last 60 minutes of your currently tuned the power mode is turned ON. You can go back to channel and all the preset channel broadcast, starting from the moment you turn the program from that point.
Page 204 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Live Sports Alert Live Sports Alert The sports alert function is available in SiriusXM® While listening to other channels, you can receive sports alerts such as scores from mode only. your favorite teams. ■ To set up a sports alert To set up a sports alert 1.
Page 205 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Receiving a sports alert 1. A pop-up appears and notifies you of a sports alert. 2. Select Listen Now. The following items are available: • : Pauses or plays a current sports alert. • : Returns to real-time broadcast.
Page 206 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Traffic and Weather Information Traffic and Weather Information The traffic and weather information function at You can receive the SiriusXM® traffic and weather information service in SiriusXM® SiriusXM ® mode only. mode. Traffic & Weather Now are registered trademarks of SiriusXM ®...
Page 207 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Listening a traffic and weather information 1. Select Audio Menu. 2. Select Traffic & Weather Now. The following items are available: • : Pauses or plays a stored broadcast. • : Returns to real-time broadcast. •...
Page 208 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Screen Control ■ Scan Scan You can select desired channel by songs using Scan Sample each channel on the selected mode for 10 seconds. Songs in Presets. 1. Select Presets/Controls to set the Controls. 2. Select SCAN. The “Scan Songs in Presets”...
Page 209: Audio Menu
uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouAudio Menu Audio Menu H Audio Menu Select a setting item. Use the icons to turn the page. Select to finish the sound adjustment. Select to go back to the previous screen. The following items are available: • Edit Source Order: Displays the Edit Source Order screen. 2 Customizing Audio Source P.
Page 210: Siriusxm® Radio Service
uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouSiriusXM® Radio Service SiriusXM® Radio Service Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio ■ Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio Contact Information for SiriusXM® Radio: 1. You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID in U.S.: SiriusXM® Radio at www.siriusxm.com or the display: Operate the On Demand Multi-Use Display until CH000 appears.
Page 211 uuPlaying SiriusXM® RadiouSiriusXM® Radio Service ■ SiriusXM® Radio Display Messages Loading…: SiriusXM® is loading the audio or program information. No Signal: The signal is too weak in the current location. Unsubscribed channel: You are not subscribed to the channel selected. Unavailable channel: No such channel exists, the channel is not part of your subscription, or the artist or title information is unavailable.
Page 212: Playing A Disc
Playing a Disc Your audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs in either MP3, WMA, or Playing a Disc AAC format. With the CD loaded, select the CD mode. NOTICE Do not use CDs with adhesive labels. The label can cause the CD to jam in the unit.
Page 213: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying a DiscuAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through On Demand Multi-Use Display The following items are available: • : Displays the current station details. Select to display the previous screen. • : Skips to the next folder in MP3, WMA, or AAC. •...
Page 214 uuPlaying a DiscuAudio Screen Control ■ How to Select a File from the Music Search List (MP3/WMA/ AAC) H Search 1. Select a folder. 2. Select a track.
Page 215 uuPlaying a DiscuAudio Screen Control ■ How to Select a Play Mode How to Select a Play Mode Play Mode Menu Items You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a track or file. SCAN ■ Scan Scan Folders (MP3/WMA/AAC): Provides a 10- Select SCAN to provide 10-second second sampling of the first file in each of the main sampling of each tracks/files.
Page 216: Audio Menu
uuPlaying a DiscuAudio Menu Audio Menu H Audio Menu Select a setting item. Select to finish the sound adjustment. Select to go back to the previous screen. The following items are available, depending on the type of disc: • Edit Source Order: Displays the Edit Source Order screen. 2 Customizing Audio Source P.
Page 217: Recommended Cds
uuPlaying a DiscuRecommended CDs Recommended CDs Recommended CDs • Use only high-quality CD-R or CD-RW discs labeled for audio use. • Use only CD-R or CD-RW discs on which the recordings are closed. A Dual-disc cannot play on this audio unit. If recorded under certain conditions, a CD-R or CD-RW may not •...
Page 218 uuPlaying a DiscuRecommended CDs ■ Protecting CDs Protecting CDs Follow these precautions when handling or storing CDs: NOTICE • Store a CD in its case when it is not being played. Do not insert a damaged CD. It may be stuck inside •...
Page 219: Playing Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) Audio
Playing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio The Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio function plays tracks from music CDs that have Playing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio been recorded onto the built-in HDD. You can arrange the tracks in playlists or play You can control the HDD audio using voice the tracks using various search methods.
Page 220: Recording A Music Cd To Hdd
uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouRecording a Music CD to HDD Recording a Music CD to HDD Recording a Music CD to HDD The songs on music CDs are automatically recorded by factory default to the HDD the first time you play each disc. You can then play the songs directly from the HDD. You can add tracks to user playlists, where you can mix and match tracks from other CDs recorded on Recording...
Page 221: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through On Demand Multi-Use Display The following items are available: • : Displays the current station details. Select to display the previous screen. • : Skips to the next playlist/album. •...
Page 222 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Screen Control ■ How to Select a Play Mode How to Select a Play Mode Play Mode Menu Items You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a track. SCAN ■ Scan Scan Artists: Provides 10-second sampling of the first track in each artists.
Page 223 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Screen Control ■ To turn off a play mode How to Select a Play Mode To turn off the scan mode, select Stop Scan. Random To turn off the random/repeat mode, select the repeat or random icon repeatedly. (random off): Changes random mode to off.
Page 224: Audio Menu
uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Menu Audio Menu H Audio Menu Select a setting item. Use the icons to turn the page. Select to finish the sound adjustment. Select to go back to the previous screen. The following items are available: •...
Page 225 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Menu ■ How to Select a Track from the Music Search List H Browse 1. Select a search category. 2. Select a track. Continued...
Page 226 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Menu ■ Editing an Album or Playlist Editing an Album or Playlist The maximum number of original playlists is 50 with H Audio Menu Edit/Delete HDD Music a maximum of 99 songs in each playlist. 1.
Page 227 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Menu ■ Creating a New Playlist H Audio Menu Edit/Delete HDD Music Playlists Create New Playlist 1. Enter the playlist name using the On Demand Multi-Use Display 2. Select tracks from the music search list. Continued...
Page 228 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Menu ■ Editing Track Information H Audio Menu Edit/Delete HDD Music Tracks Change the track title, artist name, genre and composer. You can also delete tracks. Select a track you want to edit or delete.
Page 229 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Menu ■ Displaying Music Information H Audio Menu Edit/Delete HDD Music Music information (album name, artist name, genre) can be acquired by accessing the Gracenote® Album Info. 1. Select Albums. 2. Select an album that you want to edit or delete.
Page 230 Audio Settings CD/HDD • Consult a dealer. • Visit http://www.navteq.com/gracenote/acura. Update the Gracenote® Album Info (Gracenote® Media Database) that is included with the navigation system. Once you perform an update, any information you edited before will be overwritten or erased.
Page 231 uuPlaying Hard Disk Drive (HDD) AudiouAudio Menu ■ Deleting All HDD Data H Audio Menu Audio Settings CD/HDD Delete All HDD Data Delete all music data on the HDD. Select Yes.
Page 232: Playing An Ipod
Playing an iPod ■ Connecting an iPod Connecting an iPod • Do not connect your iPod using a hub. 1. Open the USB cover. • Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard 2. Install the iPod USB connector to disk drive, as the device or your tracks may be the USB port.
Page 233: Selecting Ipod Mode
uuPlaying an iPoduSelecting iPod Mode Selecting iPod Mode Selecting iPod Mode 1. Install the iPod USB connector to the USB port. 2. Select Source. You can control an iPod using voice commands. 2 Audio P. 390 3. Select USB: iPod/iPhone. 2 Song By Voice (SBV) P.
Page 234: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying an iPoduAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through On Demand Multi-Use Display Album Name The following items are available: • : Displays the current station details. Select to display the previous screen. • : Select the previous or next track. Select and hold to move rapidly within a track.
Page 235 uuPlaying an iPoduAudio Screen Control ■ How to Select a Play Mode How to Select a Play Mode Play Mode Menu Items You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a song. Repeat ■ Shuffle/Repeat (repeat off): Changes to repeat mode to off. Select the shuffle or repeat icon (repeat song): Repeats the current song.
Page 236 uuPlaying an iPoduAudio Screen Control ■ How to Select a Song from the Music Search List H Browse 1. Select a search category. 2. Select an item.
Page 237: Audio Menu
uuPlaying an iPoduAudio Menu Audio Menu H Audio Menu Select a setting item. Select to finish the sound adjustment. Select to go back to the previous screen. The following items are available: • Edit Source Order: Displays the Edit Source Order screen. 2 Customizing Audio Source P.
Page 238 uuPlaying an iPoduSong By Voice (SBV) Song By Voice (SBV) Use SBV to search for and play music from your HDD or iPod using voice commands. ■ Settings Song By Voice (SBV) H SETTINGS button System Settings Voice Reco. Song By Voice Select On or Off.
Page 239: (Sbv)
uuPlaying an iPoduSong By Voice (SBV) ■ Searching for Music Using Song By Voice (SBV) Searching for Music Using Song By Voice (SBV) Song By Voice Commands List 1. Set the Song By Voice setting to 2 Audio P. 390 2.
Page 240 uuPlaying an iPoduSong By Voice (SBV) ■ Phonetic Modification Phonetic Modification Phonetic Modification is grayed out when Song By H SETTINGS button System Settings Voice Reco. Song By Voice Voice is set to Off. Phonetic Modification You can store up to 2,000 phonetic modification Add phonetic modifications of difficult or foreign words so that it is easier for SBV items.
Page 241 uuPlaying an iPoduSong By Voice (SBV) 3. Select the item to modify (e.g., Artist). The list of the selected item appears on the screen. 4. Select an entry (e.g., No Name). The pop-up menu appears on the screen. 5. Select Modify. To listen to the current phonetic modification, select Play.
Page 242: Playing Pandora
1. Connect a compatible phone through Bluetooth® or the USB port. 2. Select Source. To find out if your phone is compatible with this feature, call 1-888-528-7876 or visit acura.com/ 3. Select PANDORA. handsfreelink (U.S.). If the two devices that install Pandora app are connected via the USB and Bluetooth®...
Page 243: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying Pandora® uAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission. Pandora® is currently available exclusively in the United States. Pandora®...
Page 244 uuPlaying Pandora® uAudio Screen Control ■ Audio Screen Control How to Select a Track from the Stations List There are restrictions on the number of tracks you 1. Select Stations. can skip or dislike in a given hour. 2. Select an item to select a track. If your phone is connected to Android Auto ■...
Page 245: Playing A Usb Flash Drive
Playing a USB Flash Drive ■ Connecting a USB Flash Drive Connecting a USB Flash Drive • Do not connect your USB flash drive using a hub. 1. Open the USB cover. • Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard 2.
Page 246: Selecting Usb Mode
uuPlaying a USB Flash DriveuSelecting USB Mode Selecting USB Mode Selecting USB Mode 1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port in the console compartment. 2. Select Source. Files in WMA/AAC format protected by digital rights management (DRM) cannot be played. The audio 3.
Page 247: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying a USB Flash DriveuAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through On Demand Multi-Use Display The following items are available: • : Displays the current station details. Select to display the previous screen. • : Skips to the next folder. •...
Page 248 uuPlaying a USB Flash DriveuAudio Screen Control ■ How to Select a File from the Music Search List H Search 1. Select a folder. 2. Select a file.
Page 249 uuPlaying a USB Flash DriveuAudio Screen Control ■ How to Select a Play Mode How to Select a Play Mode Play Mode Menu Items You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a file. SCAN ■ Scan Scan Folders: Provides a 10-second sampling of the Select SCAN to provide a 10-second first file in each of the main folders.
Page 250: Audio Menu
uuPlaying a USB Flash DriveuAudio Menu Audio Menu H Audio Menu Select a setting item. Select to finish the sound adjustment. Select to go back to the previous screen. The following items are available: • Edit Source Order: Displays the Edit Source Order screen. 2 Customizing Audio Source P.
Page 251: Playing Bluetooth® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system. For a list of compatible phones, call 1-888-528-7876 2 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 264 or visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada). Selecting Bluetooth® Audio Mode State or local laws may prohibit the operation of 1.
Page 252: Audio Screen Control
uuPlaying Bluetooth® AudiouAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through On Demand Multi-Use Display To play the audio files, you may need to operate your phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s operating instructions. The pause function and Music Search may not be available on some phones.
Page 253 uuPlaying Bluetooth® AudiouAudio Screen Control ■ Searching for Music Searching for Music Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, H Browse some or all of the lists may not be displayed. 1. Select a search category. 2. Select an item. The selection begins playing.
Page 254: Playing Apple Carplay®/Android Auto
Playing Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto Apple CarPlay® Apple CarPlay® If you connect an Apple CarPlay®-compatible iPhone to the system via the 2.5A USB port, you can use the navigation screen, instead of the iPhone display, to make a Only iPhone 5 or newer versions with iOS 8.4 or later phone call, listen to music, view maps (navigation), and access messages.
Page 255 Display Apple Maps and use the navigation function just as you would on your cessation of Apple CarPlay® functionality and iPhone. services. Acura cannot and does not provide any Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay®) can give warranty or guarantee of future Apple CarPlay®...
Page 256 uuPlaying Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto uApple CarPlay® ■ Setting Up Apple CarPlay® Setting Up Apple CarPlay® You can also use the method below to set up Apple After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the 2.5A USB port, use the CarPlay®: following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay®.
Page 257 uuPlaying Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto uApple CarPlay® ■ Operating Apple CarPlay® with Siri® Operating Apple CarPlay® with Siri® Below are examples of questions and commands for Press and hold the talk button to activate Siri®. Siri®. • What movies are playing today? •...
Page 258: Android Auto Tm
uuPlaying Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto uAndroid Auto Android Auto Android Auto When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the 2.5A USB port, Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto , you To use Android Auto , you need to download the Android Auto app from Google Play to your...
Page 259 Android Auto functionality and services. Acura cannot and does not provide any warranty or guarantee of future Android Auto SMARTPHONE Button performance or functionality.
Page 260 uuPlaying Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto uAndroid Auto Phone (Communication) Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail. Google Now (Home screen) Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that appear just when they’re needed. Music and audio Play Google Play Music and music apps that are compatible with Android Auto .
Page 261 uuPlaying Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto uAndroid Auto ■ Auto Pairing Connection When you connect an Android phone to the system via the 2.5A USB port, Android Auto is automatically initiated. ■ Enabling Android Auto Enabling Android Auto Enable Once: Allows only once. Only initialize Android Auto when you are safely (Prompt shows again next time.)
Page 262 • Reply to text. • Call my wife. • Navigate to Acura. • Play my music. • Send a text message to my wife. • Call flower shop. For more information, please refer to the Android...
Page 263: Legal Information On Apple Carplay®/Android Auto
uuPlaying Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto uLegal Information on Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto Legal Information on Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto ■ OWNER’S MANUAL LICENSE/LIABILITY STATEMENTS USE OF APPLE CARPLAY IS SUBJECT TO YOUR AGREEMENT TO THE CARPLAY TERMS OF USE, WHICH ARE INCLUDED AS PART OF THE APPLE iOS TERMS OF USE.
Page 264 uuPlaying Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto uLegal Information on Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto ■ DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; LIMITATION ON LIABILITY YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT USE OF APPLE CARPLAY OR ANDROID AUTO (“THE APPLICATIONS”) IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK AND THAT THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY AND EFFORT IS WITH YOU TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, AND THAT THE APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATIONS IS PROVIDED “AS IS”...
Page 265: Bluetooth® Handsfreelink
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® This section describes how to operate Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. You can place and receive phone calls using your vehicle’s audio system without handling your mobile phone. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ....264 Text/E-mail Message ......295 Using HFL ..........264 Setting a Text/E-mail Message ....295 Pairing a Phone ........267 Selecting a Mail Account ......
Page 266: Bluetooth® Handsfreelink
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth®-compatible mobile phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities: Volume up (Pick-up) Call 1-888-528-7876 or visit www.acura.com/ button handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada). Microphone To use HFL, the Bluetooth setting must be On.
Page 267 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uUsing HFL ■ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® HFL Status Display Bluetooth® Wireless Technology The On Demand Multi-Use Display notifies you when there is an incoming call. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any Battery Level Status Bluetooth®...
Page 268 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uUsing HFL ■ Limitations for Manual Operation Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. You cannot select a grayed-out option until the vehicle is stopped. Only previously stored speed dial entries with voice tags, phonebook names, or numbers can be called Disabled Option using voice commands while the...
Page 269: Pairing A Phone
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPairing a Phone Pairing a Phone H PHONE button Pairing a Phone Your Bluetooth®-compatible phone must be paired to HFL before you can make and receive hands-free When no Bluetooth®-compatible phone is paired, the following screen appears: calls. 1. Rotate to select Yes.
Page 270 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPairing a Phone 4. HFL gives you a pass-key on the Pairing a Phone navigation screen. When pairing is completed, an Automatic Phone Confirm if the pass-key on the Sync prompt appears. Select On if you want your call screen and your phone match.
Page 271 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPairing a Phone 3. When your phone appears on the list, select it by pressing If your phone does not appear, you can select Options..., then select Refresh to search again. If your phone still does not appear, select Options..., then select Device Not Found? and search for Bluetooth®...
Page 272 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPairing a Phone ■ Changing the currently paired phone H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth Device List 1. Select a phone to connect. HFL disconnects the connected phone and starts searching for another paired phone. 2. Select Connect to Phone, Connect to Audio, or Connect Both.
Page 273 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPairing a Phone ■ Replacing an already-paired phone with a new phone Replacing an already-paired phone with a new phone The replaced phone will keep the same speed dial H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth entries, and security PIN information from the Device List previously paired phone.
Page 274 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPairing a Phone ■ Deleting a Paired Phone H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth Device List 1. Rotate to select a paired phone you want to delete. Press 2. Rotate to select Delete This Device. Press 3. You will receive a confirmation message on the screen.
Page 275: Importing Phonebook Data
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uImporting Phonebook Data Importing Phonebook Data Importing Phonebook Data When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebook and call Select On if you want your call history and phonebook automatically imported to HFL. history are automatically imported to 2 Automatic Phone Sync Setting P.
Page 276: Setting Up Speed Dialing
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uSetting Up Speed Dialing Setting Up Speed Dialing H PHONE button Setting Up Speed Dialing Speed Dial When a voice tag is stored, press the button to call the number using the voice tag. Say ”Call“ and Up to 20 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone. 1.
Page 277 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uSetting Up Speed Dialing ■ Registering a Voice Tag to a Speed Dial Entry Registering a Voice Tag to a Speed Dial Entry Avoid using duplicate voice tags. H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Phone Edit Speed Dial 1. Select an existing speed dial entry. Avoid using ”home“...
Page 278 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uSetting Up Speed Dialing ■ To delete a voice tag 1. Select an existing speed dial entry. 2. From the pop-up menu, rotate to select Edit. Press 3. Rotate to select Voice Tag. Press 4. From the pop-up menu, rotate to select Clear.
Page 279: Phonebook Phonetic Modification
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhonebook Phonetic Modification Phonebook Phonetic Modification H SETTINGS button Phonebook Phonetic Modification System Settings Voice Reco. Phonebook Phonetic Modification You can store up to 20 phonetic modification items. Add phonetic modifications or a new voice tag to the phone’s contact name so that it is easier for HFL to recognize voice commands.
Page 280 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhonebook Phonetic Modification 4. Move and rotate select a contact name. Press The pop-up menu appears on the screen. 5. Rotate to select Modify. Press 6. Rotate to select Record, then press Using the button, follow the prompts to complete the voice tag.
Page 281 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhonebook Phonetic Modification ■ To modify a voice tag Phonebook Phonetic Modification 1. Rotate to select the phone You can only modify or delete contact names for the you want to add phonetic currently connected phone. modification to. Press 2.
Page 282 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhonebook Phonetic Modification ■ To delete a modified voice tag 1. Rotate to select the phone you want to delete phonetic modification. Press 2. Rotate to select a contact name you want to delete. Press The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
Page 283 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhonebook Phonetic Modification ■ To delete all modified voice tags 1. Rotate to select the phone you want to delete phonetic modification. Press The contact name list appears. 2. Rotate to select Options..Press 3. Rotate to select Delete All. Press 4.
Page 284: Phone Settings
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhone Settings Phone Settings Set HFL options and features. Editing a Security PIN ■ Editing a Security PIN If the phone is already security PIN protected, you H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth need to enter the current security PIN before clearing Device List the PIN or creating a new one.
Page 285 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhone Settings ■ Editing User Name H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Bluetooth Bluetooth Device List Edit the user name of a paired phone as follows: 1. Rotate to select a phone you want to edit. Press 2. Rotate to select Edit Device Name.
Page 286 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhone Settings ■ Automatic Transferring H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Phone Auto Transfer If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically transferred to HFL. Press to select On or Off. ■...
Page 287 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhone Settings ■ Ring Tone H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Phone Ring Tone You can change the ring tone setting. Rotate to select your desired setting item. Press Check mark is displayed. The following items are available: • Fixed: The fixed ring tone sounds from the speaker. •...
Page 288 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uPhone Settings ■ Automatic Phone Sync Setting Automatic Phone Sync Setting Select On if you want your call history and H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Phone Automatic phonebook automatically imported to HFL. If Phone Sync prompted by your phone, please accept the import Press to select On or Off.
Page 289: Making A Call
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uMaking a Call Making a Call Making a Call You can make calls by inputting any phone number, or by using the imported phonebook, call history, speed dial entries, or redial. Any voice-tagged speed dial entry, phonebook name, or number can be dialed by voice from most screens. Press the button and say ”Call“...
Page 290 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uMaking a Call ■ Using the Phonebook Using the Phonebook This function is disabled while the vehicle is moving. H PHONE button Phonebook However, you can call a stored voice-tagged speed 1. The phonebook is stored dial number, phonebook name, or number using voice commands.
Page 291 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uMaking a Call ■ Entering a Phone Number Entering a Phone Number This function is disabled while the vehicle is moving. H PHONE button Dial However, you can call a stored voice-tagged speed 1. Use the keyboard on the On dial number, phonebook name, or number using voice commands.
Page 292 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uMaking a Call ■ Using Redial H PHONE button Redial You can display a caller’s picture on an incoming call screen. Dialing starts automatically.
Page 293 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uMaking a Call ■ Using Call History Using Call History The call history displays the last 20 dialed, received, or H PHONE button Call History missed calls. (Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.) Call history is stored by All, Dialed, Received, and Missed. 1.
Page 294 uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uMaking a Call ■ Using Speed Dial Using Speed Dial Rotate to select More Speed Dials to view H PHONE button Speed Dial another paired phone’s speed dial list. You can make Rotate to select a number. Press a call from that list using the currently connected phone.
Page 295: Receiving A Call
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uReceiving a Call Receiving a Call Receiving a Call When there is an incoming call, an audible notification sounds (if activated) and the Incoming Call screen appears. Call Waiting Press the button to put the current call on hold to 1.
Page 296: Options During A Call
uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uOptions During a Call Options During a Call Options During a Call The available options are shown on the On Demand Multi-Use Display • Touch Tones: Available on some phones. Select the option. The mute icon appears when Mute is selected. Select Mute again to turn it off.
Page 297: Text/E-Mail Message
Text/E-mail Message Setting a Text/E-mail Message Text/E-mail Message ■ To Turn On or Off the Text/E-mail Message Function Some text/e-mail features may not be available H SETTINGS button Bluetooth/Phone Settings Text/Email Enable depending on the mobile phone. Text/Email Press to select On or Off. ■...
Page 298: Selecting A Mail Account
uuText/E-mail MessageuSelecting a Mail Account Selecting a Mail Account H SETTINGS button Selecting a Mail Account Bluetooth/Phone Settings Text/Email Select Account You can also select a mail account from the folder list screen or the message list screen. Rotate to select Select Account, then press If a paired phone has text message or mail accounts, you can select one of them to be active and receive notifications.
Page 299: Receiving A Text/E-Mail Message
uuText/E-mail MessageuReceiving a Text/E-mail Message Receiving a Text/E-mail Message Receiving a Text/E-mail Message HFL can display newly received text and e-mail messages as well as 20 of the most recently received messages on a linked mobile phone. Each received message can be The system does not display any received messages while you are driving.
Page 300: Displaying Messages
uuText/E-mail MessageuDisplaying Messages Displaying Messages Displaying Messages ■ Displaying Text Messages icon appears next to an unread message. H PHONE button Text/Email If you delete a message on the phone, the message is 1. Select account if necessary. also deleted in the system. If you send a message 2.
Page 301 uuText/E-mail MessageuDisplaying Messages ■ Displaying E-mail Messages Displaying E-mail Messages Received text and e-mail messages may appear in the H PHONE button Text/Email message list screen at the same time. In this case, text 1. Rotate to select a folder. Press messages are titled No subject.
Page 302 uuText/E-mail MessageuDisplaying Messages ■ Read or Stop Reading a Message 1. Go to the text or e-mail message screen. The system automatically starts reading the message aloud. 2 Displaying Messages P. 298 2. Rotate to select Stop Reading Messages. 3. Press to stop reading.
Page 303 Calling the Sender paired and connected. For a list of compatible phones: 1. Go to the text message screen. • U.S.: Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or call The system automatically starts 1-888-528-7876. • reading the message aloud. Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call 1-888-528-7876.
Page 304: Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance H PHONE button Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance If you are subscribed to a paid AcuraLink® package, Provides a nationwide service for unexpected incidents. You can call for assistance you can call the roadside assistance using the LINK using a phone paired and connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. button instead of your phone.
Page 305: Hfl Menus
HFL Menus The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON to use HFL. HFL Menus To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetooth®- ■ Bluetooth/Phone Settings screen compatible mobile phone to the system while the 1. Press the SETTINGS button. vehicle is parked.
Page 306 uuHFL Menusu Delete All Delete all the previously stored speed dial numbers. Enter a phone number to store as a Manual Input speed dial number. Select a phone number from the Import from phonebook to store as a speed dial Phonebook number.
Page 307 uuHFL Menusu ■ Phone Menu screen Press the PHONE button to display the menu items. Manual Input Enter a phone number to store as a speed dial number. Import from Select a phone number from the phonebook to store as New Entry Phonebook a speed dial number.
Page 308 uuHFL Menusu Roadside Makes a call to the number for the Roadside Assistance service. Assistance *1, 2 Dial Enter a phone number to dial. Select Select a mail or text message account. Account Previous See the previous message. Text/Email *1, 3 Select a message and press See the next message.
Page 309: Acuralink® Messages
AcuraLink® Messages This section describes how Acura directly communicates important information to you regarding your vehicle. AcuraLink®..........308 In Case of Emergency......308 Security Features ........311 Operator Assistance ......312 AcuraLink® Message ......313 AcuraLink® Subscription Status..... 317...
Page 310: Acuralink
Internet or your smartphone. status. To subscribe to AcuraLink®, or to get more information about all of its features, contact an Acura Canadian models dealer or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or For information on traffic rerouting and traffic information updates, provided by the www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada).
Page 311 uuAcuraLink®uIn Case of Emergency ■ Automatic Collision Notification Automatic Collision Notification If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it Navigation screen repeatedly tries until it succeeds. If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that the vehicle is severely impacted, your vehicle automatically will attempt to connect to the AcuraLink®...
Page 312 uuAcuraLink®uIn Case of Emergency ■ Manual Operator Connection Manual Operator Connection Do not press the button while driving. When you If you need to talk to the AcuraLink® need to contact the operator, park the vehicle in a operator in an emergency situation, safe place.
Page 313: Security Features
To use these features, you need your user ID and personal identification number AcuraLink®. If you forget any of the above, contact a (PIN). dealer or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada). ■ Stolen vehicle tracking This feature searches and tracks down your vehicle position even if it is on the move.
Page 314: Operator Assistance
uuAcuraLink®uOperator Assistance Operator Assistance Operator Assistance Connect to the AcuraLink® operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside assistance. Remain attentive to road conditions and driving during operator assistance. 1. Press the LINK button. Connection to the operator begins.
Page 315: Acuralink® Message
Maintenance Minder, Recalls/Campaigns, and • Scheduled Dealer Appointment: An appointment made through the Acura Diagnostic Information. server or Acura Owners website can be rescheduled or canceled from this option. 2 Message Options P. 315 2 Dealer Appointments P. 316 • Diagnostic Information: Appears when a warning indicator or message comes Rotate to select Check Later or Check Now.
Page 316: Reading A Message
uuAcuraLink®uAcuraLink® Message • Maintenance Minder: Lets you know which maintenance item is due along with a reminder message. • Recalls/Campaigns: Reminds you of a recall or important safety information. You should also be notified by mail. Reading a Message ■ Reading a Message The message icon disappears once you read the H INFO button...
Page 317 • Phone number: Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL. • Delete: Deletes the displayed message. • Call Your Dealer: Calls your Acura dealer using HFL. • Find Acura Dealer: Searches for the nearest Acura dealer. • Roadside Assistance: Makes a call to the number for the Roadside Assistance service.
Page 318 To set up an automated dealer appointment when a You can confirm the scheduled appointment date when you receive a regular maintenance is due, visit the Acura Owners Maintenance Minder, Recalls/Campaigns, or Diagnostic Information message, website at owners.acura.com (U.S.) or or reschedule any existing appointments.
Page 319: Acuralink® Subscription Status
uuAcuraLink®uAcuraLink® Subscription Status AcuraLink® Subscription Status H SETTINGS button AcuraLink Settings AcuraLink Subscription Status Confirm your AcuraLink® subscription status. Signal strength Item Information You can check the signal strength. Current Contract The AcuraLink® subscription number and subscription level is displayed. Service You can confirm the type of service.
Page 321: Other Features
Other Features This section describes the useful functions incorporated into the navigation system. Trip Computer ........320 Checking for Obstacles at the Rear of the Parallel-parking using the parking guide Information Functions ......321 Vehicle ..........336 lines ........... 345 System Device Information ....321 Checking the Right and Left Sides of the About camera view image....
Page 322: Trip Computer
Trip Computer H INFO button INFO button Trip Computer Trip Computer Displays the following trip information: View the distance traveled and average fuel consumption. • Instant Fuel: The current estimated instant fuel economy. Move to select the trip • Average Fuel: The average fuel economy since information.
Page 323: Information Functions
Information Functions System Device Information H SETTINGS button System Device Information Navigation Settings System Device Information You will need this information when ordering a map update. 2 Obtaining a Navigation Update P. 369 View database, software, device, and vehicle identification information. Map Data Update H SETTINGS button Map Data Update...
Page 324: Surround View Camera
Surround View Camera The Surround View Camera System allows the driver to check the blind spots Surround View Camera through the images displayed on the navigation screen. Always keep the camera lens clean and unobstructed. The rearview camera has a lens that Using this support system will reduce the driver’s stress in the following situations.
Page 325: Camera Locations And Images
uuSurround View Camera uCamera locations and images Camera locations and images Your vehicle is equipped with four cameras. They provide different views and also a synthetically combined ground view. The views appear differently during the day and at night. Side view camera (Passenger side) Side view camera (Driver side) Right Side view Left and Right Side view...
Page 326: Displaying The Surround View Camera Screen
uuSurround View Camera uDisplaying the Surround View Camera Screen Displaying the Surround View Camera Screen ■ Displaying the Surround View Camera Screen Using the CAMERA Button Pressing the Nav, INFO, PHONE, or SMARTPHONE Press the CAMERA button while the button while the Surround View Camera screen is CAMERA button vehicle is stopped or running slower displayed closes the Surround View Camera screen...
Page 327: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uDisplaying the Surround View Camera Screen ■ Using the Shift Button Using the CAMERA Button When the vehicle is decelerating rapidly, it may Change the gear position to with appear before it reaches 7 mph (12 km/h). Shift Button the brake pedal depressed.
Page 328: Switching The Screen
uuSurround View Camera uSwitching the Screen Switching the Screen ■ Switching the Screen Front View Screen (When Gear Position is in Other than [R] Position) In the view image fixed guidelines are displayed which help the driver get a sense of distance between the vehicle and objects.
Page 329: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uSwitching the Screen ■ Rear View Screen (When Gear Position is in [R] Position) Rear View Screen (When Gear Position is in [R] Position) Rear Ground View Visually confirm safety around the vehicle with your own eyes and/or using the mirrors.
Page 330: Backing Up The Vehicle Into A Parking Space Marked With Parking Lines
uuSurround View Camera uBacking Up The Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines Backing Up The Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines When backing up the vehicle into a parking space with parking lines, the parking guide lines of the Surround View Camera System provide support to the driver during parking.
Page 331: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uBacking Up The Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines ■ Selecting Rear Reference Lines 1. Press the CAMERA button while the vehicle is stopped. 2. Press 3. Rotate to select Back-in Left Park Guidance or Back-in Right Park Guidance.
Page 332: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uBacking Up The Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines ■ How to park How to park When you need operation instructions, press and The following section describes how to back up the vehicle into a parking space with hold the CAMERA button when the screen is in the the rear right of the vehicle in first.
Page 333: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uBacking Up The Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines 3. Slowly move the vehicle forward with the steering wheel turned fully to the left. How to park If the steering position alignment guide does not fit in the parking lines, the parking space is too small for Make sure that the vehicle.
Page 334: Parallel Parking The Vehicle Into A Parking Space Marked With Parking Lines
uuSurround View Camera uParallel Parking the Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines Parallel Parking the Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines The parallel parking guide lines of the Surround View Camera System provide support to the driver while parking in parking spaces, such as that shown in the figure below.
Page 335: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uParallel Parking the Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines ■ Selecting Parallel Park Reference Lines 1. Press the CAMERA button while the vehicle is stopped. 2. Press 3. Rotate to select Right Parallel Park Guidance or Left Parallel Park Guidance.
Page 336: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uParallel Parking the Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines ■ How to park How to park When you need operation instructions, press and The following section describes how to parallel-park the vehicle into a parking space hold the CAMERA button when the screen is in the at the right side of the street.
Page 337: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uParallel Parking the Vehicle into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines 3. Slowly back up the vehicle with the steering wheel turned fully to the right. How to park Always take care when backing up, and look behind you for obstacles.
Page 338: Checking For Obstacles At The Rear Of The Vehicle
uuSurround View Camera uChecking for Obstacles at the Rear of the Vehicle Checking for Obstacles at the Rear of the Vehicle Checking for Obstacles at the Rear of the Vehicle Display the rear view screen to check for any obstacles at the rear of the vehicle when backing up the vehicle into a garage or the like.
Page 339: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uChecking for Obstacles at the Rear of the Vehicle ■ Description and operation of the screens Change the gear position to Display the rear ground view screen. Rear view 39 inches (1 m) 79 inches (2 m) 118 inches (3 m) 7.9 inches (20 cm)
Page 340: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uChecking for Obstacles at the Rear of the Vehicle Checking for Obstacles at the Rear of the Vehicle Each side view is not displayed when the door mirrors The view image from the 39 inches (1 m) are folded.
Page 341: Checking The Right And Left Sides Of The Vehicle At Intersections With Poor Visibility
uuSurround View Camera uChecking the Right and Left Sides of the Vehicle at Intersections with Poor Visibility Checking the Right and Left Sides of the Vehicle at Intersections with Poor Visibility Checking the Right and Left Sides of the Vehicle at Intersections with Poor Visibility Display the front blind view screen when conforming the right and left sides of the As the system uses a wide-angle view, the displayed...
Page 342: Checking For Obstacles In Front Of The Vehicle
uuSurround View Camera uChecking for Obstacles in Front of the Vehicle Checking for Obstacles in Front of the Vehicle Display the front view and ground view screen to check for any obstacles in front of Checking for Obstacles in Front of the Vehicle the vehicle when parking the vehicle in a garage or the like.
Page 343: Checking For Obstacles Around The Front Sides Of The Vehicle
uuSurround View Camera uChecking for Obstacles Around the Front Sides of the Vehicle Checking for Obstacles Around the Front Sides of the Vehicle Checking for Obstacles Around the Front Sides of the Vehicle Display the side view screen to check the right and left sides of the vehicle when Each guide line display can be turned ON/OFF.
Page 344: Customized Surround View Camera System
uuSurround View Camera uCustomized Surround View Camera System Customized Surround View Camera System H CAMERA button SETTINGS button Camera Settings Set the camera screen settings. The following items are available: • Fixed Guideline: Sets whether to turn the display of the reference lines on or not.
Page 345: Surround View Camera
uuSurround View Camera uCustomized Surround View Camera System • Default Camera Mode in Forward: Sets which screen to display when the Surround View Camera System is turned on while the vehicle is moving forward. Front ground view Last Used Front blind view Side view •...
Page 346: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Backing up using the parking guide lines Vehicle position Cause Solution Reference page Turns too big. Did you turn the steering wheel • Stop the vehicle and turn the 2 Backing Up The before the initial positioning guide Vehicle into a steering wheel when the initial enters the parking space? Parking Space...
Page 347: Parallel-Parking Using The Parking Guide Lines
uuTroubleshootinguParallel-parking using the parking guide lines Parallel-parking using the parking guide lines Vehicle position Cause Solution Reference page Too deep. Did the steering position alignment • Stop the vehicle and turn the 2 Parallel Parking guide come off of the curbside line the Vehicle steering wheel when the steering of the parking space while backing...
Page 348: About Camera View Image
uuTroubleshootinguAbout camera view image About camera view image Condition Cause Solution Refer to: Camera view images The images may not be displayed clearly when: • When the camera view image is not clearly are hard to see. • At night, in rainy condition, and a dark displayed due to weather conditions, etc, location.
Page 349: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ........348 Map, Voice, Entering Destinations ..348 Traffic ..........350 Guidance, Routing ....... 351 Update, Coverage, Map Errors ..... 353 Display, Accessories......353 Miscellaneous Questions ...... 353 Surround View Camera ...... 354 Error Messages........355 Navigation System........ 355 CD Player ..........
Page 350: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Map, Voice, Entering Destinations Problem Solution The Startup Confirmation screen is displayed This is normal. The Startup Confirmation screen reminds you and your guest every time I start the vehicle. drivers to always operate the navigation system in a safe manner. The Startup Confirmation screen goes off after a certain period of time and the top screen of the last mode is displayed.
Page 351 uuTroubleshootinguMap, Voice, Entering Destinations Problem Solution The voice control system is having difficulty Check that the vents are not blowing air onto the microphone on the ceiling, the recognizing my voice commands. vehicle is as quiet as possible, and you are using the correct command when speaking.
Page 352: Traffic
There may be a temporary technical problem in your metropolitan area. Call ● Acura Client Relations to see if there is an outage. 2 Acura Client Relations Contact Information P. 368 If the situation persists, see your Acura dealer for assistance.
Page 353: Guidance, Routing
uuTroubleshootinguGuidance, Routing Guidance, Routing Problem Solution The navigation system does not route me the same The navigation system attempts to generate the optimal route. You can change way I would go or the same way as other mapping the route preferences used when calculating a route. systems.
Page 354 uuTroubleshootinguGuidance, Routing Problem Solution The vehicle position icon on the map “lags” a short This is normal. The navigation system is unaware of the width of intersections. distance behind, especially when I arrive at an Large differences in vehicle position can indicate a temporary loss of the GPS intersection.
Page 355: Update, Coverage, Map Errors
uuTroubleshootinguUpdate, Coverage, Map Errors Update, Coverage, Map Errors Problem Solution My city is not part of a fully verified detailed The mapping database is constantly undergoing revision. You can access the most coverage area. recent information on the internet. 2 Map Coverage P. 369 Does the navigation system work outside North The navigation system contains maps for the 50 U.S.
Page 356: Surround View Camera
uuTroubleshootinguSurround View Camera Surround View Camera Problem Solution When I shift gears, the rear camera image display is This is normal. When shifting into or out of Reverse, you may experience a delay delayed. while the screen image switches between the navigation screen and the rear camera image.
Page 357: Error Messages
Error Messages Navigation System Error Message Solution The display temperature is too high. For protection, This message appears briefly when the display temperature is too high. The the system will shut off until the display cools down. navigation system turns off until the display cools down. The system turns back on automatically when the display cools down.
Page 358: Cd Player
uuError MessagesuCD Player CD Player If a disc error occurs, you may see the following error messages. Error Message Cause Solution This function is not available Track/file format not supported Current track/file will be skipped. The next supported track/file ● because the system has plays automatically.
Page 359: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) Audio
uuError MessagesuHard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio If an error occurs while playing the Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Cause HDD access error.
Page 360: Ipod/Usb Flash Drive
uuError MessagesuiPod/USB Flash Drive iPod/USB Flash Drive If an error occurs while playing an iPod or USB flash drive, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Cause Communication error detected. Appears when there is a problem with the audio system.
Page 361: Pandora
uuError MessagesuPandora® U.S. models Pandora® If an error occurs while playing Pandora®, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Cause Solution This USB device is incompatible. Appears when an incompatible device is Disconnect the device.
Page 362 uuError MessagesuPandora® Error Message Cause Solution The PANDORA app version on your device is not Appears when Pandora® version is not Update Pandora® to the latest version. supported. When safe, please update the app and supported. try again later. PANDORA is performing system maintenance. Appears when the Pandora®...
Page 363: Surround View Camera
uuError MessagesuSurround View Camera Surround View Camera If an error message is displayed, contact a dealer. * Not available on all models...
Page 365: Reference Information
Address Calculation ......366 User Agreements ......... 381 Database ..........366 As required by the FCC ......387 Client Assistance ........368 About Open Source Licenses ....387 Resolving Problems .......368 Acura Client Relations Contact Information...368 Visiting Your Dealer ......368 Map Coverage ........369...
Page 366: System Initialization
System Initialization The navigation system must be initialized if If the control unit fails to recognize, power to the navigation system is you must go to a dealer and have the interrupted for any reason (e.g., the battery system checked. was disconnected).
Page 367: Startup Confirmation Screen
uuSystem InitializationuStartup Confirmation Screen Startup Confirmation Map Matching Screen Map matching is the process of using the acquired GPS information to locate your The Startup Confirmation screen is position on the map screen. If you are on a displayed when initialization has mapped road, the name of the road is successfully completed.
Page 368: System Limitations
System Limitations positioning errors of up to several hundred Database feet or tens of meters. The signals received from the GPS satellites The digitized map database reflects are extremely weak (less than a millionth of conditions as they existed at various points Address Calculation the strength of a local FM station) and in time before production.
Page 369 uuSystem LimitationsuDatabase The database does not include, analyze, process, consider, or reflect any of the following categories of information: • Neighborhood quality or safety • Population density • Availability or proximity of law enforcement • Emergency, rescue, medical, or other assistance •...
Page 370: Client Assistance
Acura Client Services places/landmarks: 180 Honda Boulevard 2 Visiting Your Dealer P. 368 Markham, L6C 0H9, ON • Call Acura Client Relations. E-Mail: acura_cr@ch.honda.com 2 Acura Client Relations Contact Telephone: (888) 9-ACURA-9 Information P. 368 Hours: 8:00 am to 7:30 pm...
Page 371: Map Coverage
1. Visit the website. coverage for the United States, Canada, 2. Enter your vehicle model and model year. Acura is continually expanding the scope of Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The map coverage 3. The most current version of the Navi DVD the navigation system.
Page 372: Traffic Information
Map Coverage Canada. All roads displayed on the map screens are U.S. models verified roads. Information in this manual Visit www.acura.com/AcuraLink/ relating to “unverified” roads or areas is not navigation.aspx for a complete listing of applicable. coverage areas and other information.
Page 373: Legal Information
USE OF THE SOFTWARE INSTALLED ON • Junction View Data: © ZENRIN USA, INC. and the like, installed and executing on your YOUR HONDA OR ACURA VEHICLE (YOUR 2011. All rights reserved. VEHICLE during manufacture, and “VEHICLE”) AS WELL AS THE •...
Page 374 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement B. SOFTWARE Licensing and Intellectual 3. Open-Source Software. The permission to use such PROVIDER Property. SOFTWARE and SERVICES may incorporate SERVICES. Your permission to use software licensed to HONDA under free or PROVIDER SERVICES is limited and subject 1.
Page 375 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement PROVIDERS and their licensors reserve all (2) access or use the SOFTWARE or code of, nor permit others to reverse rights in the PROVIDER SERVICES not SERVICES in any manner intended to engineer, decompile, or disassemble, or expressly granted to you under the damage or impair the operation of the attempt to derive the source code of the...
Page 376 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement Administration Regulations, as well as end- 3. Use of PROVIDER SERVICES through the content or for any damage relating to or user, end-use, and destination restrictions SOFTWARE. Certain PROVIDER SERVICES resulting from your access or use of such issued by the U.S.
Page 377 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement 6. SOFTWARE Updates. The SOFTWARE and D. SOFTWARE Operational Notices and common sense when following suggested SERVICES may be updated when your Warnings routes. Do not follow the route suggestions VEHICLE is serviced by a DEALER or if doing so would result in an unsafe or remotely, over-the-air, by HONDA from 1.
Page 378 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement 3. Speech Recognition: You acknowledge laws you are responsible to know and HONDA, third party software and systems and understand that HONDA and follow. Even occasional short scans of the suppliers, their affiliates and/or their PROVIDERS may record, retain, and use screen may be hazardous if your attention designated agent may disclose this...
Page 379 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement warning codes, diagnostic trouble codes, F. NO WARRANTY. You understand and expressly made herein. You should not rely fuel injection volume, and engine rotations agree that your use of the SOFTWARE and on any such information or advice. We per minute.
Page 380 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement G. LIMITATIONS ON LIABILITY. You and permitted by law in such states. If HONDA partial failure of performance of the HONDA are each waiving important rights. or PROVIDERS are found liable to you for SOFTWARE or SERVICES, even if caused by 1.
Page 381 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement H. Survival. You agree that the limitations or any portion thereof will be available at all you. Your rights under this AGREEMENT will of liability and indemnities in this times or in all areas. You acknowledge and terminate automatically without notice AGREEMENT will survive even after the agree that HONDA is not responsible for...
Page 382 uuLegal InformationuHonda App License Agreement SERVICES and subject to this AGREEMENT. disputes or controversies are submitted to Contact these sponsors for their rules. The WE reserve the right at any time and from binding arbitration. This provision sets forth hearing will be in the federal district where time to time to interrupt, restrict, modify, the terms and conditions of our agreement.
Page 383: User Agreements
uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements assignment or transfer. If part of this fullest extent permitted by law, and except User Agreements provision is unenforceable, the remainder as explicitly provided otherwise, this ■ remains in effect. If unenforceability allows AGREEMENT and any disputes arising out of Navigation System User arbitration as a class action, then this or relating to it will be governed by the laws...
Page 384 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements • The HDD may not be decompiled, reverse • The terms and conditions hereof apply to government is subject to “Restricted engineered or otherwise disassembled, in all subsequent users and owners as well Rights” as set forth at FAR 52.227-14, -19 whole or in part.
Page 385 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT ALPINE INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT process. Neither ALPINE nor its suppliers FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURN OF THE OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST shall be liable for any damages arising out UNUSED DEVICE(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY INFRINGEMENT.
Page 386 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements If MS, Microsoft Corporation or their DEVICE as a replacement copy for the property of the respective content owner affiliates make available Supplemental existing SOFTWARE, and use it in and may be protected by applicable Components, and no other EULA accordance with this EULA, including any copyright or other intellectual property terms are provided, then the terms of...
Page 387 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements provided in the documentation for the CD and music-related data from Gracenote, ■ Gracenote Music Recognition DEVICE. Inc., copyright © 2000 to present Service (CDDB) Should you have any questions Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright concerning this EULA, or if you desire to ©...
Page 388 uuLegal InformationuUser Agreements functions. You may use Gracenote Data its rights under this Agreement against you the future and is free to discontinue its only by means of the intended End-User directly in its own name. services at any time. functions or this application or device.
Page 389: As Required By The Fcc
uuLegal InformationuAs required by the FCC As required by the FCC About Open Source Licenses 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canadian RSS-210/ ■ Important information on the RSSGen. Operation is subject to the software following two conditions: (1) this device About the software license of the...
Page 391: Voice Commands
Voice Commands Voice Commands ........390 Voice Portal Screen ......390 Navigation Commands for Find Nearest..391...
Page 392: Voice Commands
Voice Commands Voice Portal Screen Play <Composer> ■ Navigation Play Genre <Genre> The screen changes the navigation screen. Play <Genre> Address (English only) Play Playlist <Playlist> Place Name (English only) Play <Playlist> Find Nearest List Artist <Artist> Go Home List <Artist> Previous Destination List Album <Album>...
Page 393 You can see a list of the available Historical Monument Fuel Auto commands on the screen. Marina All Types Fuel Auto Phone Commands Movie Theater ACURA Dealers Audio Commands Museum HONDA Dealers Navigation Commands Park Gas Station Voice Settings Performing Arts...
Page 394 uuVoice CommandsuNavigation Commands for Find Nearest All Types Restaurant Ferry Terminal All Types Emergency American Restaurant Named Place Hospital Park & Ride Police Station Californian Restaurant Veterinarian Chinese Restaurant Parking Garage Coffee Shop Parking Lot Continental Restaurant Rental Car Agency Fast Food Rest Area French Restaurant...
Page 395: Index
Auxiliary Input Jack ........184 Client Assistance........368 Avoid Streets..........175 Clock Adjustment ........28 Avoided Area ..........56 Color............69 Acura Client Relations ......368 Continue Trip..........179 AcuraLink Message ........313 Contrast ............26 AcuraLink Subscription Status....317 Coordinate..........138 AcuraLink®..........
Page 396 Driving............. 146 Download POI Go Home............. 11 Map (Navigation Settings) ......65 Editing Category........48 Go Home PIN ..........45 Map Data Update Importing Category ........48 Gracenote Info. Update ......228 Checking Version ........321 Setting Destination ........133 Obtaining Update Data ......
Page 397 Setting ............ 236 Sort by Distance to Travel......125 On Demand Multi-Use Display Radio Sound and Beep Settings......27 Basic Operation........... 5 FM/AM ............ 191 Sound Setup ..........190 Customizing Audio Source...... 185 SiriusXM® ..........196 SOURCE Button ........186 Screen Settings ........
Page 398 Unverified Routing ........52 Update System Software Wallpaper Settings........30 Obtaining Update Data......369 Waypoint USB Flash Drive Adding............ 164 Connecting, Disconnecting ...... 243 Editing ............ 170 Playing............. 243 USB Port ............ 183 Zip Code............ 118 View (Navigation Settings) ......72 View Routes ..........

Acura TLX 2018 Manual

Table of Contents

System Setup

Start-Up

Voice Control System

Interface Settings

Personal Information

Routing

Guidance

Map

Customized Features

Data Reset

On Demand Multi-Use Display TM

Navigation

Entering a Destination

Calculating the Route

Driving to Your Destination

Map/Route Menu

Changing Your Route

Changing Your Destination

Resuming Your Trip

Audio

Audio System

Audio Remote Controls

Audio Settings

Playing FM/AM Radio

Playing Siriusxm® Radio

Playing a Disc

Playing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio

Playing an Ipod

Playing a USB Flash Drive

Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Playing Apple Carplay®/Android Auto

Bluetooth® Handsfreelink®

Bluetooth® Handsfreelink

Bluetooth® Handsfreelink

Text/E-Mail Message

Roadside Assistance

HFL Menus

Acuralink® Messages

Other Features

Trip Computer

Information Functions

Surround View Camera

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Reference Information

System Initialization

System Limitations

Client Assistance

Legal Information

Voice Commands

Index

Quick Links

Chapters

Troubleshooting

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