Page 1 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 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Quick Reference Guide 2 System Setup P. 21 Start-up 22 Voice Control System 24 Interface Settings 27 Personal Information 38 Routing 53 Guidance 62 Map 69 Data Reset 85 System Setup On Demand Multi-Use Display™ 86 P.21 2 Navigation P. 87 Entering a Destination 88 Calculating the Route 114 Driving to Your Destination 116...
Page 3 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 (P46) Register home address. Store contacts (P39) Store up to contacts in...
Page 4 (P171) AcuraLink® (P256) AcuraLink® provides you with important information and messages between your vehicle and Acura. Voice Control (P24) Use voice commands for safer system control while driving. You can operate all key functions of the navigation, audio, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, and climate control systems.
Page 5: System Controls
System Controls Navigation Screen PHONE Button (P212) On Demand Multi-Use Display NAV Button (P88) BACK Button a (Display Mode) Microphone (P24) Button (P74) Left Selector Interface Dial/ENTER Wheel (P148) Button (P7) SOURCE Button INFO Button (P148) MENU Button SETTINGS Button h (Pick-Up) Button (P210) J (Hang-Up/Back)
Page 6: Voice Control Operation
Voice Control Operation  The audio system is muted during voice Voice Portal Screen On the Menu Screen control mode.  You can use other voice commands on a Press and release the d (Talk) button a Press and release the d (Talk) button the Voice Portal screen.
Page 7 On Demand Multi-Use Display™ Basic Operation Shortcuts *: See the Owner's Manual. Places (P44) Phone (P222) Audio (P146) Climate* Audio Source More Select to change an audio Select to display the menu source. items. Source List Icons Menu Items Presets ...
Page 8 Interface Dial/ENTER Button Operation You will see these icons in each chapter. Rotate dial Press ENTER They represent how you can operate the Interface Dial. Changes scale Selects function Press ENTER Selects map icon Map screens Rotate dial Map screens FR ON T AU DIO Move up...
Page 9: Using Voice Control
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 input screens by two different methods. Using Voice Control Using the Interface Dial When you see d in this manual, voice commands are available for Rotate i to highlight a character.
Page 10: Map Screen Legend
Current map scale One-way streets Good reception No icon: Poor/No reception AcuraLink® Message icon (P14) Map scale (P80) AcuraLink signal indicator Landmark icons (P71) Feature areas Acura dealer Airport/Business Park Honda dealer Hospital Water Area Cemetery Shopping Mall School Golf Course University...
Page 11 During Route Guidance During route guidance, route information is displayed on the map screen and guidance screen. Press the NAV button to toggle between the map and guidance screen. Map Screen Day or Night Mode Press the a (Display mode) button to Tracking dots Calculated route manually switch between day and night...
Page 12 Navigation—Home Addresses and Going Home The “Home” feature automatically routes you to your home address from any location simply by selecting Go Home, or saying d “Go Home.” Storing Your Home Address Going Home e Enter a name. a Press the SETTINGS a From the map screen, SETTINGS button.
Page 13 Navigation—Entering a Destination Enter your destination using one of several methods, then follow route guidance on the map or guidance screen to your destination. You can also perform these steps using d voice commands. e Rotate i to select your destination h Rotate i to select Set as a From the map screen, street from the list.
Page 14 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 f Select the icon category and location (“Pit Stop”) to add to the Destination List when a Press the MENU button.
Page 15 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 16: Basic Operation
Rear Entertainment System (P263) The rear passengers can enjoy a wide array of audio/visual sources with the Rear Entertainment System (RES). The rear passengers can use wireless headphones and operate the system with the rear control panel. Overhead Screen and Rear Control Panel Basic Operation Select the audio source.
Page 17: Voice Help
Voice Help This navigation system comes with voice help, which shows you what command to say when using the voice command functions. Command Help Getting Started Tutorial e Press and release the d (Talk) button. a Press and release the d (Talk) a Move r and rotate i to select button.
Page 18 Troubleshooting (P293) For more Information How do I turn on the navigation system voice guidance? Why does the vehicle position icon on the map “lag” a short distance behind my actual position, especially at intersections? 1. Press the SETTINGS button. Rotate i to select System 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) Contents Contents Two types of Tables of Contents help you find your 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. MENU button Menu Tree The menu tree helps guide you through the system’s menu options. INFO INFO FRONT FRONT REAR REAR To get to your desired function, follow AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO...
Page 22: System Setup
System Setup This section describes the start-up procedure and the navigation and setup functions. Start-up .............. 22 Guidance ............62 On Demand Multi-Use Display™ ..... 86 Voice Control System ........24 Guidance Mode ..........63 Changing the Screen Settings ......86 Command Input ..........
Page 23: Start-Up
Start-up Start-up The navigation system starts automatically when you set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON. At start-up, the following Confirmation screen is displayed. If the navigation system loses power at any time, you may need to press and hold the 9 (Power) 1.
Page 24 Start-up ■ Limitations for Manual Operation Certain manual functions are disabled Disabled option 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.
Page 25: Voice Control System
Voice Control System d (Talk) Button Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation of most of the navigation system functions. When you press the d (Talk) button, the system The voice control system uses the d (Talk) and J (Hang-Up/Back) buttons on prompts you to say a voice command and gives examples.
Page 26: Voice Recognition
Voice Control SystemVoice 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 Make sure the correct screen is displayed for the voice command that you are removes noises from the front passenger’s side.
Page 27: Voice Recognition Settings
Voice Control SystemVoice Recognition Settings Voice Recognition Settings H SETTINGS button   System Settings Voice Rec Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Volume: Adjusts the voice prompt volume level. Voice Prompt: Turns the voice prompt on or off. On (factory default): Provides the voice prompts.
Page 28: Interface Settings
Interface Settings Display Settings H SETTINGS button   System Settings Display Display Settings Adjusts the screen’s preferences. You can set separate daytime and nighttime 1. Rotate i to select an item. Press settings for Brightness, Contrast, and Black Level. Adjust each setting when the display is in either daytime or nighttime mode.
Page 29 Interface SettingsSound and Beep Settings Sound and Beep Settings H SETTINGS button   System Settings Sound/Beep Sound and Beep Settings Changes the system sound and beep settings. Volume Rotate i to select an item. Press u. If you set Volume to 0, you will not hear route guidance or voice command confirmations.
Page 30: Clock Adjustment
Interface SettingsClock Adjustment Clock Adjustment H SETTINGS button  System Settings Clock Clock Adjustment Set the automatic adjustment of the system clock for daylight saving and Auto Time Zone international time zones. If you live and work in two different time zones, Rotate i to select an item.
Page 31 Interface SettingsClock Adjustment ■ Setting the Clock Type H SETTINGS button     System Settings Clock Clock/Wallpaper Type Clock 1. Rotate i to select an option to change the design. Press u. 2. Move r to select OK. Press u. ■...
Page 32 Interface SettingsWallpaper Settings Wallpaper Settings Wallpaper Settings Select, delete, and import wallpaper pictures for display on the screen. When importing wallpaper files, the image ■ Import wallpaper must be in the USB flash drive’s root directory. Images in a folder cannot be imported. H SETTINGS button ...
Page 33 Interface SettingsWallpaper Settings ■ Select wallpaper Select wallpaper From the pop-up menu, rotate to select Preview H SETTINGS button     System Settings Clock Clock/Wallpaper Type and press to see a preview at full-size screen. Wallpaper To go back to the previous screen, press to select 1.
Page 34 Interface SettingsWallpaper Settings ■ Delete wallpaper H SETTINGS button     System Settings Clock Clock/Wallpaper Type Wallpaper 1. Rotate i to select a wallpaper that you want to delete. Press u.  The preview is displayed on the left side on the screen.
Page 35: Unit Settings
Interface SettingsUnit Settings Unit Settings H SETTINGS button    System Settings Others Units Sets the map units to either miles (factory default) or kilometers (km). Rotate i to select the map unit. Press u.
Page 36: Language Settings
Interface SettingsLanguage Settings Language Settings H SETTINGS button    System Settings Others Language Language Settings Set the system language used on all screens. You can choose from three languages: Voice confirmation of cities and streets only occurs when English is the system language. English, Français (French), Español (Spanish).
Page 37 Interface SettingsBackground Color Background Color H SETTINGS button    System Settings Others Background Color Changes the background color of the navigation screen and the On Demand Multi- Use Display Rotate i to select a desired color. Press u.
Page 38 Interface SettingsHeader Clock Display Header Clock Display H SETTINGS button    System Settings Others Header Clock Display Selects whether the clock display comes on. Rotate i to select an option. Press The following options are available: On (factory default): The system displays the clock in the navigation screen. Off: Disables the feature.
Page 39: Personal Information
Personal Information H SETTINGS button   Navi Settings Personal Info Personal Information Use the personal information menu to select and set your address books, home Personal information cannot be backed up or address, and PINs. You can also delete unwanted destinations from the list of moved to another navigation system.
Page 40: Address Book
Personal InformationAddress Book Address Book H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Personal Info Address Book Address Book Store up to 200 address entries in two address books (Driver 1 and Driver 2). You can Up to 200 addresses can be stored to each add, edit, and delete information in the address books.
Page 41 Personal InformationAddress Book 2. Rotate i to select an item. Press The following items are available: Name: Edits the name of the entry. Address: Edits the address of the entry. Phone No.: Edits the phone number of the entry. Category: Specifies the category of the entry. Alert: Alerts you when you approach the address entry.
Page 42 Personal InformationAddress Book The following items are available: Adding an Address Book Entry Current Position: Select your current location. When you use Place Name or Place Category, the phone number is automatically entered. Address: Enter an address on the character input screen when prompted. P.
Page 43 Personal InformationAddress Book ■ Selecting an Address Book Category Selecting an Address Book Category Up to 100 categories (including “Unfiled”) can H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Personal Info Address Book be stored to each address book of Driver 1 and 1.
Page 44 Personal InformationAddress Book ■ Deleting an Address Book Entry Deleting an Address Book Entry H SETTINGS button When you transfer the vehicle to a third party,    Navi Settings Personal Info Address Book delete all address book entries. 1.
Page 45 Personal InformationAddress Book ■ Setting Place Shortcuts You can store up to six addresses previously stored in your Address Book, and a home address for your preset destinations. ■ Storing an address on the Shortcut 1. Select Shortcuts. 2. Select Places. 3.
Page 46 Personal InformationAddress Book 6. Select an address you want to store as a preset. ■ Deleting a preset address 1. Select Shortcuts. 2. Select Places. 3. Select Edit. 4. Select Delete. 5. Select the preset number with the destination you want to delete.
Page 47: Home Address
Personal InformationHome Address Home Address H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Personal Info Edit Go Home Home Addresses Set a home address that you frequently use. If you have PIN-protected your home addresses, enter your PIN when prompted. Press u to 1.
Page 48: Pin Numbers
Personal InformationPIN Numbers PIN Numbers H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Personal Info PIN Number PIN Numbers Set a four-digit PIN for protecting personal addresses and your home address. Once you set a PIN, you are prompted to enter it whenever you access a personal address Personal Identification Number (PIN) is a or a home address.
Page 49: Previous Destination
Personal InformationPrevious Destination Previous Destination H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Personal Info Previous Destination Previous Destinations The navigation system maintains a list of your previously routed destinations as a Up to 50 destinations can be stored. shortcut for entering the same destination in the future. You can delete some or all To cancel the selection of a previous destination, of your previous destinations from the list.
Page 50: Category History
Personal InformationCategory History Category History H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Personal Info Category History Category History The navigation system maintains a list of your recently used place categories as a Up to 50 categories can be stored. shortcut for selecting the same categories in the future.
Page 51: Download Poi
Personal InformationDownload 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 Data H MENU button (on map) For more information about connecting a USB ...
Page 52 Personal InformationDownload POI 3. Rotate i to select a category to import. Press u. ■ Editing POI Categories H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Personal Info Download POI 1. Rotate i to select the downloaded POI category to edit. Press u.
Page 53 Personal InformationDownload POI 2. Rotate i to select an item. Press Editing POI Categories If you select From AcuraLink, you can edit Alert only. The following items are available: Alert Setting: Alerts you when you approach the places/landmarks in the category.
Page 54: Routing
Routing H SETTINGS button   Navi Settings Routing Choose various settings that determine the navigation system functionality during route calculation. Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Route Preference: Changes the route preferences (calculating method). P.
Page 55: Route Preference
RoutingRoute Preference Route Preference H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Routing Route Preference Route Preference Change the route preference by selecting minimum or maximum driving methods. The calculated route may be the shortest route or 1. Rotate i to select an item. Press the route you would choose.
Page 56 RoutingRoute Preference ■ Optimal Routes H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Routing Route Preference You can select desired routes by sorting the route list. The three top routes can be displayed on the Select a route screen. P. 115 2 Viewing the Routes 1.
Page 57: Unverified Routing
RoutingUnverified Routing Unverified Routing H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Routing Unverified Routing Unverified Routing Receive turn-by-turn map and voice guidance in unverified areas. Unverified roads are found in rural areas, and Rotate i to select On or Off. Press typically include residential streets away from the center of a town.
Page 58 RoutingUnverified Routing Differences On (factory default) Cautionary Cautionary pop-up screens and Cautionary pop-up screens and messages voice announcements remind you to voice announcements remind you obey all traffic restrictions when to obey all traffic restrictions starting route guidance, when entering an unverified approaching an unverified area, and street.
Page 59: Traffic Rerouting
RoutingTraffic Rerouting Traffic Rerouting H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Routing Traffic Rerouting Traffic Rerouting A faster route can be calculated based on continuously updated traffic information. Traffic Rerouting requires an AcuraLink Real- P. 126 Traffic Rerouting™ Time Traffic™ subscription. Rotate i to select an option.
Page 60: Edit Poi Search Radius Along Route
RoutingEdit POI Search Radius Along Route Edit POI Search Radius Along Route H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Routing Edit POI Search Radius Edit POI Search Radius Along Route Along Route The search distance does not affect the search Select the distance from your highlighted route line (on either side of your route) range used for the Find Nearest voice commands that the system will search for a waypoint.
Page 61: Avoided Area
RoutingAvoided Area Avoided Area H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Routing Avoided Area Avoided Area Specify up to five areas to avoid (e.g., road construction, closures), if possible, when The maximum size of an “avoid area” is the system calculates routes to your destination. approximately 1 square mile.
Page 62 RoutingAvoided Area 5. Rotate i to select a method for Avoided Area specifying the area. Press u. Avoid area can be set in the 1/20, 1/8, or 1/4 mile map scales. The following options are available: Address: Specify the general area by entering an address. P.
Page 63: Guidance
Guidance H SETTINGS button   Navi Settings Guidance Choose various settings that determine the navigation system functionality during route guidance. Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Guidance Mode: Sets whether to display only the map screen or a split map- guidance screen.
Page 64: Guidance Mode
GuidanceGuidance Mode Guidance Mode H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Guidance Guidance mode Guidance Mode Select the display mode for the map and guidance screens. The guidance mode can also be selected from Rotate i to select an option. Press the map menu.
Page 65 GuidanceGuidance 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 Guidance direction list Next guidance point Next Maneuver: Displays the map and next guidance point simultaneously on the map screen.
Page 66: Street Name Guidance
GuidanceStreet Name Guidance Street Name Guidance H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Guidance Street Name Guidance Street Name Guidance The navigation system includes the street names during voice guidance (e.g., “Turn This feature is only available when the system right on Main Street”).
Page 67: Non-Map Screens
GuidanceNon-map screens Non-map screens H SETTINGS button    Navi 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 i to select an option. Press The following options are available: On: The guidance screen interrupts other mode screens (e.g., audio, phone, etc, except the rear view camera mode).
Page 68: Guidance Point
GuidanceGuidance Point Guidance Point H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Guidance Guidance Point Set the guidance point to display on the map screen. Rotate i to select an option. Press The following options are available: Destination (factory default): Displays the remaining/arrival time and distance to the destination.
Page 69: Estimated Time
GuidanceEstimated Time Estimated Time H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Guidance Estimated Time Select the estimated time to display on the screen. Rotate i to select an option. Press The following options are available: Arrival: Displays the arrival time to the destination or the next waypoint. Remaining (factory default): Displays the remaining time to the destination or the next waypoint.
Page 70: Map
H SETTINGS button   Navi Settings Select the landmark icons to display on the map, change the orientation of the map, display your current location, and learn the meaning of the icons, colors, and symbols displayed on the map. Rotate i to select an item.
Page 71 MapEstimated Time Current Location: Displays and saves your current location. P. 78 Current Location Map Legend: Displays an overview of the map features. P. 79 Map Legend Display Tracking: Sets whether to display the tracking dots on the map. P. 83 Display Tracking Delete Tracking: Deletes the tracking dots on the map.
Page 72: Showing Icons On Map
MapShowing Icons on Map Showing Icons on Map H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Show Icon on Map Showing Icons on Map Select the icons that are displayed on the map. You can display or hide the icons using voice 1.
Page 73 MapShowing Icons on Map ■ Fine-tuning the Icons Icons in some categories can be fine-tuned to display or hide. 1. Rotate i to select the icons to display on the map. Press u. Pressing u toggles the icon  display on or off. ...
Page 74: Color
MapColor Color Set separate map colors for Day and Night modes. ■ Color (Day) Color (Day) Set to White (factory default is Beige) to obtain H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Color (Day) the best daytime display contrast. Rotate i to select a color for the Day mode.
Page 75: Switching Display Mode Manually
MapColor ■ Switching Display Mode Manually Switching Display Mode Manually A visual guide helps you see the difference Set the screen brightness separately for Day and Night modes. Press the a between 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 76 MapColor Illumination Priority Operation control a button Selects Day, Night, or Off display mode. This button has the highest priority and overrides all other display control adjustments listed below. Remember: Once you press this button, you assume full manual control of the display mode until the power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
Page 77: View (Map Orientation)
MapView (Map Orientation) View (Map Orientation) H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings View View (Map Orientation) Select the map orientation. d “Display Heading-up” (on Voice Portal screen), d “Display North-up” (on Voice Portal Rotate i to select an option. Press screen), d “Display 3D map”...
Page 78: 3D Angle Adjustment
Map3D Angle Adjustment 3D Angle Adjustment H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings 3D Angle Adjustment Adjust the viewing angle. Rotate i to adjust the angle. Press Straight Line Guide H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Straight Line Guide Set whether to display a straight guideline to the destination or waypoint Rotate i to select an option.
Page 79: Current Location
MapCurrent Location Current Location H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Current Location Current Location Display and save your current location for future use as a destination. The address, d “Display Current Location” (on Voice Portal latitude, longitude, and elevation of your current location are displayed. screen) You can also save the current location by saying ■...
Page 80: Map Legend
MapMap Legend Map Legend H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Map Legend Map Legend See an overview of the map lines, areas, routes, traffic information, and navigation A visual guide helps you see the map legend. icons. 2 Map Screen Legend P. 9 Move w or y select an item.
Page 81 MapMap Legend ■ Map Scale and Functions Map Scale and Functions You can change the map scale using voice The functions that are available from the map screen depend on the map scale. commands on the Voice Portal screen (e.g., say d “Display 2 mile scale”).
Page 82 Map Icons and Functions You can display or hide the icons using voice Display or hide all icons on the map screen, with the exception of Honda/Acura commands on the map screen (e.g., say d Dealer icons which are always shown.
Page 83 MapMap Legend ■ Traffic icon Traffic Incident When you use the Interface Dial to position the Icon display Icon Icon Type cursor (round red circle) over the traffic incident control selectable searchable icon, you can view the summary of the incident. Traffic incident Press u on the traffic incident icon to view a pop-up message describing the incident in detail.
Page 84: Display Tracking
MapDisplay Tracking Display Tracking H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Display Tracking The navigation system can be set to display white tracking dots (“breadcrumbs”) on the map screen. Rotate i to select an option. Press The following options are available: On: The system displays the white tracking dots.
Page 85: Correct Vehicle Position
MapCorrect Vehicle Position Correct Vehicle Position H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings Correct Vehicle Position Correct Vehicle Position Manually adjust the current position of the vehicle as displayed on the map screen if An apparent position error can occur where the position appears to be incorrect.
Page 86: Data Reset
Data Reset Defaulting All the Settings H SETTINGS button   System Settings Factory Data Reset Defaulting All the Settings Reset all the menu and customized settings as the factory defaults. When you transfer the vehicle to a third party, 1.
Page 87: On Demand Multi-Use Display
On Demand Multi-Use Display™ Changing the Screen Settings Changing the Screen Settings Adjusts the screen settings of the On Demand Multi-Use Display™. 1. Select More. Select to go back to the previous screen. 2. Select Screen Settings. Use the icons to turn the page. 3.
Page 88: 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 ......88 Calculating the Route ......114 Editing the Destination List ....
Page 89: Entering A Destination
Entering a Destination H MENU button (on map) Entering a Destination This section describes how to enter a destination for route guidance. “Display Destination”, “Display Rotate i to select an item. Press u. Navigation” Select More Search Methods to If you press the MENU button when en route, the Route Option screen is displayed.
Page 90 Entering a Destination Go Home: Sets your home address as a destination. Entering a Destination P. 11 2 Going Home ZAGAT provides restaurant information only in the U.S. Place Category: Sets a destination by selecting a place/landmark. P. 98 2 Place Category Local Search: Sets a destination by using Local Search.
Page 91: Address
Entering a DestinationAddress Address H 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 i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: City: Selects your destination city.
Page 92 Entering a DestinationAddress ■ Selecting the State or Province Selecting the State or Province Move w or y to select the following areas: H MENU button   Address Change State Rotate i to select a state from the USA for the U.S. mainland, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico list.
Page 93 Entering a DestinationAddress 3. Rotate i to select the destination city from the list. Press u.  Next, you are prompted to enter a street name. P. 93 2 Selecting a Street Selecting a City Vehicle position may not be displayed when: The automobile is traveling off-road.
Page 94 Entering a DestinationAddress 2. Rotate i to select your Selecting a City destination city from the list. Press If your city is not listed, it may be part of a larger metropolitan area. Try entering the street first. Selecting a Street ...
Page 95 Entering a DestinationAddress 2. Rotate i to select your Selecting a Street destination street from the list. If you did not select a city first and there is more Press u. than one city with the specified street, a list of cities is displayed.
Page 96 Entering a DestinationAddress ■ Selecting a Street by House Number H MENU button   Address House Number 1. Enter the house number.  Only a valid house number can be entered. 2. Move r to select OK. Press u. ...
Page 97: Address Book
Entering a DestinationAddress Book Address Book H MENU button  Address Book Address Book Select an address stored in your address book to use as the destination. If you have PIN-protected your address book, enter your PIN when prompted. Press u to 1.
Page 98: Previous Destination
Entering a DestinationPrevious Destination Previous Destination H MENU button  Previous Destination Previous Destination Select an address from a list of your 50 most recent destinations to use as the If Previous Destination is grayed out, there are destination. The list is displayed with the most recent destination at the top. no previous destinations entered.
Page 99: Place Category
Entering a DestinationPlace Category Place Category H MENU button  Place Category Place Category Select the category of a place (e.g., Banking, Lodging, Restaurant) stored in the map This option is convenient if you do not know the database to search for the destination. exact name of a place or if you want to narrow down the number of matches returned for places 1.
Page 100 Entering a DestinationPlace Category 3. Rotate i to select an item. Press Place Category The straight line distance (as the crow flies, not driving distance) and direction to the destination are shown for the highlighted place. Restaurants with a z icon have a ZAGAT® review.
Page 101: Local Search
(e.g., Community). Press u. The screen in this section may differ from the actual ones. Local Search is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura dealer or visit owners.acura.com. 2. Rotate i to select a subcategory. Press u.
Page 102 Entering a DestinationLocal Search 3. Rotate i to select an item. Press The following items are available: Search nearby: Finds the nearest POI around your vehicle. Search from Map: Selects a POI by scrolling the Interface Dial on the map screen. Search from Destination: Selects a POI around the destination.
Page 103: Place Name
Entering a DestinationPlace Name Place Name H MENU button  Place Name Place Name Enter the name of a place (e.g., business, hotel, restaurant) stored in the map This option is convenient if you know the exact database to use as the destination. name of a place.
Page 104 Entering a DestinationPlace Name ■ Place Name in Multiple Categories Place Name in Multiple Categories Matching letters are in highlighted. If the place name is in multiple categories in the map database, the following screen is displayed. 1. Rotate i to select a place name. Press u.
Page 105 Entering a DestinationPlace Name 3. Rotate i to select a place. Press Place Name in Multiple Categories Move r to select Sort by City or Sort by Distance. 4. Set the route to your destination. P. 114 2 Calculating the Route...
Page 106: Place Phone Number
Entering a DestinationPlace Phone Number Place Phone Number H MENU button   More Search Methods Place Phone Number Place Phone Number Select a destination by phone number. Only phone numbers in the database are All 10 digits must be entered. recognized.
Page 107 Entering a DestinationZAGAT 2. Rotate i to select the sort method used to list the restaurants. Press u. The following options are available: Food, Décor, Service: Lists the restaurants by the rating value. Cost: Lists the restaurants by the average cost of a meal (including drink and tip). 3.
Page 108 Entering a DestinationZAGAT ■ ZAGAT Review ZAGAT Review Scrolling through the review is disabled while the The ZAGAT® survey for some restaurants is included in the database and displayed vehicle is moving. when entering a restaurant as a destination. You can view an explanation of the ZAGAT provides restaurant information only in data displayed for the surveyed restaurants.
Page 109: Download Poi
Entering a DestinationDownload POI Download POI H MENU button   More Search Methods Download POI Download POI Move r and rotate i to select the following Select a place imported into the navigation system as the destination. 1. Rotate i to select a category items: from the list.
Page 110: Scenic Route
Entering a DestinationScenic Route Scenic Route H MENU button   More Search Methods Scenic Route Scenic Route Select a scenic road as a destination (U.S. and Canada only). If you select a scenic road that runs through 1. Rotate i to select a state. Press multiple states, only the portion of the road in the selected state is displayed.
Page 111: Intersection
Entering a DestinationIntersection Intersection H MENU button   More Search Methods Intersection Intersection Select the intersection of two streets as the destination. The state or province for It is usually easier to select Street to find the your current location is displayed at the top of the screen (e.g., California). streets first.
Page 112: Map Input
Entering a DestinationMap Input Map Input H MENU button   More Search Methods Map Input 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 113 Entering a DestinationMap Input 2. Scroll the map to position the Map Input cursor over your desired Auto Zoom destination, adjusting the map Press u repeatedly on the map to zoom in (to scale as necessary. the scale 1/4 mile) while scrolling the map. ...
Page 114: Coordinate
Entering a DestinationCoordinate Coordinate H MENU button   More Search Methods Coordinate Coordinate Specify a location using latitude and longitude map coordinates. Latitude and longitude must be entered up to the seconds’ value. 1. Enter the latitude and select OK. 2.
Page 115: Calculating The Route
Calculating the Route Calculating the Route This section describes how to calculate your route. 1. Rotate i to select Set as The straight line distance (as the crow flies, not Destination. Press u. driving distance) and direction to the destination are shown.
Page 116: Viewing The Routes
Calculating the RouteViewing the Routes Viewing the Routes Viewing the Routes View three different routes to your destination. Rotate i to select a route. Press u. It is not unusual for some calculated route options to be identical. The travel distance and estimated travel time is displayed for each route.
Page 117: Driving To Your Destination
Driving to Your Destination This section describes how to follow the route guidance to your destination, receive traffic information and choose the icons displayed on the map screen. Viewing the Route Viewing the Route d “Display Map” ■ Map Screen You can change the map scale using voice commands (e.g., say d “Display 2 mile scale”).
Page 118 Driving to Your DestinationViewing the Route ■ Guidance Screen Guidance Screen A visual guide helps you check the guidance The guidance screen offers an alternative way to view your route. screen. 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 119: Route Line
Driving to Your DestinationViewing the Route ■ Route Line Route Line You can set Unverified Routing to Off to When driving on verified streets, the route line is light blue. The route line display follow your own route to the destination. If changes when driving on unverified streets: Unverified Routing is On, be aware that unverified streets may not be displayed...
Page 120 Driving to Your DestinationViewing 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. P. 54 2 Route Preference Tracking Dots ■...
Page 121: Listening To Voice Guidance
Driving to Your DestinationListening to Voice Guidance Listening to Voice Guidance H ENTER button (on map)  Voice Listening to Voice Guidance d “Voice” (on the map screen) As you approach each guidance point, a pop-up window is displayed on the map screen with instructions for you to follow.
Page 122: Reaching A Waypoint
Driving to Your DestinationReaching 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 i to select No to pause the route guidance. Press u. Select Yes to continue the guidance.
Page 123: Map Menu
Map Menu Displaying the Map Menu Map Menu Use the Map Menu to control the icons displayed on the screen and to display traffic information and messages. You can also use the Map Menu to find locations or to If you scroll the map while en route, press the cancel the route.
Page 124 Map MenuDisplaying the Map Menu Map Menu Map/Guidance: Allows you to select the map and guidance settings (display mode, icons to display on the map, map orientation, map color, and 3D view Directions angle), display your current location and an overview of the map features. The system provides freeway exit information P.
Page 125: Directions
Map MenuDirections Directions H ENTER button (on map)  Directions Directions Display a list of the guidance points on your route for your confirmation. Guidance points with exit information are 1. Rotate i to select a guidance indicated by a (freeway exit information) icon.
Page 126 Map MenuDirections ■ Freeway Exit Information Freeway Exit Information d “Display Freeway Exit Information” H ENTER button (on map)   Directions Exit Info You can scroll the map and select a (freeway Display a list of the freeway exits for the route. You can view freeway exit exit information) icon on the map screen to information (whether the exit is near gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, etc.) and add display the freeway exit information.
Page 127: Traffic Rerouting
Traffic™ subscription. 2 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ P. 58 2 Traffic Rerouting AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura dealer or visit owners.acura.com. Automatic traffic rerouting may not provide a detour route depending on circumstances. ■...
Page 128 Map MenuTraffic Rerouting™ 2. Rotate i to select Avoid. Press Traffic Rerouting™ Manually You can choose to avoid up to 10 traffic incidents. It is not always possible for the system  Repeat step 1 to 2 as necessary. to calculate a route that avoids all traffic incidents or specific traffic incidents you select.
Page 129: Changing Your Route
Changing Your Route H MENU button (when en route) Changing Your Route d “Display Destination”, d “Display This section describes how to alter your route, add an interim “waypoint” (pit stop), choose a different destination, cancel your current destination, and continue your Navigation”...
Page 130: Pausing The Route
Changing Your RoutePausing the Route Change Route Preference: Changes the route preferences (calculating method). P. 54 2 Route Preference Detour: Calculates a detour route. P. 136 2 Taking a Detour Avoid Streets: Avoids streets along your route. P. 136 2 Avoiding Streets Pausing the Route Pausing the Route You can also pause your route from the Map...
Page 131: Adding Waypoints
Changing Your RouteAdding 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 screen as small, numbered red flags.
Page 132 Changing Your RouteAdding Waypoints ■ Adding Waypoints from the Route Menu Adding Waypoints H MENU button (when en route) Search method    Destination List Add New Destination Find Along Route “Search around” method 1. Rotate i to select a search method to add a waypoint.
Page 133 Changing Your RouteAdding Waypoints 3. Rotate i to select a place. Press  The waypoint is added to the Destination List. 4. Rotate i to select a location and move the order of destinations. Press u. 5. Move r and rotate i to select Start Route.
Page 134 Changing Your RouteAdding Waypoints ■ Adding Waypoints from the Navigation Menu Adding Waypoints from the Navigation Menu You can edit the order of waypoints and H MENU button (when en route)    Destination List Add New Destination destination. Use Nav Menu 2 Editing the Destination List P.
Page 135: Editing The Destination List
Changing Your RouteEditing the Destination List Editing the Destination List ■ Editing the Order of Waypoints Editing the Order of Waypoints Move r to rotate i to select Show All on H MENU button (when en route)  Destination List Map to display the destination and waypoints on 1.
Page 136 Changing Your RouteEditing the Destination List ■ Deleting Waypoints Deleting Waypoints Move r and rotate i to select Delete All to H MENU button (when en route)  Destination List delete the destination and all the waypoints. 1. Rotate i to select a list item to Select Show on Map to display the waypoint on delete.
Page 137: Taking A Detour
Changing Your RouteTaking a Detour Taking a Detour H MENU button (when en route)  Detour Taking a Detour Calculate a detour route manually. The system attempts to calculate a new route by The detour option is convenient if you encounter avoiding the next 5 miles (while on a freeway) or 1 mile (while on a surface street).
Page 138: Changing Your Destination
Changing Your Destination There are several methods you can use to change the route destination. Find Nearest Place Find Nearest Place d “Find Nearest…” H ENTER button (on map)  Search Nearby The Find Nearest voice command is the fastest Search for the nearest place/landmark on the map screen and set it as your method of specifying a place/landmark as your destination.
Page 139: Selecting A Destination On The Map
Changing Your DestinationSelecting 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 1.
Page 140: Entering A New Destination
Changing Your DestinationEntering a New Destination Entering a New Destination H MENU button (when en route)  Destination Entering a New Destination d “Display Destination”, d “Display Enter a new destination using the Destination Menu screen even when you are en route.
Page 141: 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 when you calculate a route. If you did not complete your route, the Continue Trip screen is displayed when you 2 Calculating the Route P.
Page 142: 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 ..........142 XM®...
Page 143: Audio System
Audio System About Your Audio System About Your Audio System The audio system features AM/FM radio and the XM® Radio service. It can also play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, Hard Disc Drive (HDD) audio, USB flash drives, and XM® Radio is available on a subscription basis iPod®, iPhone®...
Page 144: Usb Port
Audio SystemUSB Port USB Port Install the iPod® or iPhone® dock USB Port connector or the USB flash drive to Do not leave the iPod® or USB flash drive in the USB port. the vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may damage it. Do not connect the iPod®...
Page 145: Auxiliary Input Jack
Audio SystemAuxiliary Input Jack Auxiliary Input Jack Use the jack to connect standard Auxiliary Input Jack audio devices. You can return to the AUX mode by selecting 1. Open the AUX cover. Change Source on the Audio menu screen or Audio Source on the touchscreen.
Page 146: Audio System Theft Protection
Audio SystemAudio System Theft Protection Audio System Theft Protection The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system may display Enter code. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system. ■...
Page 147: Setting Audio Shortcuts
Audio SystemSetting Audio Shortcuts Setting Audio Shortcuts Setting Audio Shortcuts You can store up to six radio stations, and HDD audio album/play lists when playing AM, FM, or XM® radio, or HDD audio. You can also preset a station or song by pressing and holding the preset icon you want to store ■...
Page 148 Audio SystemSetting Audio Shortcuts ■ Deleting a preset station or song 1. Select Shortcuts. 2. Select Audio. 3. Select Edit. 4. Select Delete. 5. Select the preset icon with the radio station or a song you want to delete.
Page 149: Audio Remote Controls
Audio Remote Controls Steering Wheel Controls Allows you to operate the audio system while driving. Audio Remote Controls SOURCE Button Left Selector Wheel The CD mode appears only when a CD is loaded. Cycles through the audio modes as follows: The USB mode, iPod®...
Page 150: Audio Settings
Audio Settings H SETTINGS button  Audio Settings Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Sound: Adjusts the settings of the audio speaker’s sound. P. 151 Adjusting the Sound Source Select Popup: Selects whether the list of selectable audio sources comes on when the AUDIO button is pressed.
Page 151 Audio SettingsSteering Wheel Controls Update Gracenote Album Info (CD or HDD mode): Updates the Gracenote® Album Info (Gracenote® Media Database) from CD or from USB. P. 181 Updating Gracenote® Album Info DVD Auto Play (DVD mode): Turns the auto play feature on or off. Audio Language (DVD mode): Selects a language for the audio that is available on the DVD.
Page 152: Adjusting The Sound
Audio SettingsAdjusting the Sound Adjusting the Sound Interface Dial Adjusting the Sound H SETTINGS button   Audio Settings Sound The SVC has four modes: Off, Low, Mid, and 1. Rotate i to select the sound High. mode to adjust. Press u. SVC adjusts the volume level based on the 2.
Page 153 Audio SettingsAdjusting the Sound On Demand Multi-Use Display Adjusting the Sound 1. Select More. Select Off, Low, Mid or High for the SVC setting. 2. Select Sound Settings. 2 Adjusting the Sound P. 151 3. Use N, B or other icon to adjust the setting.
Page 154: Playing Fm/Am Radio
Playing FM/AM Radio Selecting FM/AM Mode Interface Dial Playing FM/AM Radio d “Display audio screen” 1. Press the MENU button.(in AUDIO mode) 2. Rotate i to select Change Source. Press u. You can control the AM/FM radio using voice 3. Rotate i to select the frequency band (FM, AM). Press u. commands.
Page 155 Playing FM/AM RadioAudio Screen Control On Demand Multi-Use Display Select b or n to tune the radio frequency. Select c or x to search up and down the selected band for a station with a strong signal. Select Presets to listen a preset station.
Page 156: Audio Menu
Playing FM/AM RadioAudio Menu Audio Menu Interface Dial H MENU button (in FM/AM mode) Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Scan: Scans for stations with a strong signal in the current band and plays a 10- second sample.
Page 157 Playing FM/AM RadioAudio Menu Radio Text: Displays the text information broadcast by the current RDS station. Audio Menu Tag Song: Displays the TAG information saved to the audio system when an HD iTunes Tagging Radio station is selected. “iTunes” in “iTunes Tagging” is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Page 158 Playing FM/AM RadioAudio Menu On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Select More. 2. Select a setting item. The following items are available: Sound Settings: Displays the sound preferences screen. Adjusting the Sound P. 151 Scan: Scans for stations with a strong signal in the current band and plays a 10- second sample.
Page 159 Playing FM/AM RadioAudio Menu ■ Radio Data System H MENU button (in FM mode)  Station List Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station. ■ To find an RDS station from Station List Rotate i to select the station. Press ■...
Page 160: Playing Xm® Radio
Playing XM® Radio Selecting XM® Mode Interface Dial Playing XM® Radio 1. Press the MENU button. (in AUDIO mode) You can control the XM radio using voice commands. 2. Rotate i to select Change Source. Press u. 2 Voice Control Operation P. 5 3.
Page 161 Playing XM® RadioAudio Screen Control On Demand Multi-Use Display Select b or n to display and select an XM® Radio category. Select c or x to the previous or next channel. In channel mode, select and hold to change the channel rapidly. Select Presets to listen a preset station.
Page 162: Audio Menu
Playing XM® RadioAudio Menu Audio Menu Interface Dial H MENU button (in XM mode) Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Scan: Scans for channels in the selected mode and plays a 10- second sample. Select Cancel Scan to stop scanning and play the current selection.
Page 163 Playing XM® RadioAudio Menu On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Select More. 2. Select a setting item. The following items are available: Sound Settings: Displays the sound preferences screen. Adjusting the Sound P. 151 Save Preset: Stores the station into the preset memory. Screen Settings: Adjusts the screen’s preferences.
Page 164: Xm® Radio Service
Playing XM® RadioXM® Radio Service XM® Radio Service Subscribing to XM® Radio ■ Subscribing to XM® Radio Contact Information for XM® Radio: XM® Radio at www.siriusxm.com or (800) 852- 1. You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID in 9696 the display: Operate the On Demand Multi-Use Display until channel 0 appears.
Page 165: 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 Selecting Disc Mode can cause the CD to jam in the unit.
Page 166: Audio Screen Control
Playing a DiscAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through the navigation screen and On Demand Multi-Use Display Interface Dial 1. Rotate i or press u to display the song list. 2. Rotate i, move w or y to select a file from the list.
Page 167: Audio Menu
Playing a DiscAudio Menu Audio Menu Interface Dial H MENU button (in CD mode) Rotate i select an item. Press u. The following items are available, depending on the type of disc: Scan: Scan Folders (MP3/WMA/AAC): Provides 10-second sampling of the first file in each of the main folders.
Page 168 Playing a DiscAudio Menu Change Source: Changes the audio source mode. Rec to HDD: Records a music CD onto the HDD for playback using HDD Audio. P. 172 Recording a Music CD to HDD Music Search: Selects a file from the Music Search list. How to Select a File from the Music Search List (MP3/WMA/AAC) P.
Page 169 Playing a DiscAudio Menu ■ How to Select a File from the Music Search List (MP3/WMA/AAC) H MENU button (in CD mode)  Music Search Rotate i, move w or y to select a file from the Music Search list. Press...
Page 170: Recommended Cds
Playing a DiscRecommended CDs Recommended CDs Use only high-quality CD-R or CD-RW discs labeled for audio use. Recommended CDs Use only CD-R or CD-RW discs on which the recordings are closed. A Dual-disc cannot play on this audio unit. If Play only standard round-shaped CDs.
Page 171 Playing a DiscRecommended 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 When wiping a CD, use a soft clean cloth from the center to the outside edge.
Page 172: Playing Hard Disc Drive (Hdd) Audio
Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio The Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio function plays tracks from music CDs that have Playing Hard Disc 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 173: Recording A Music Cd To Hdd
Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioRecording 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 Recording indicator...
Page 174: Audio Screen Control
Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through the navigation screen and On Demand Multi-Use Display Interface Dial 1. Rotate i or u press to display the song list. 2. Rotate i, move w or y to select a track from the list.
Page 175: Audio Menu
Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu Audio Menu Interface Dial H MENU button (in HDD mode) Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Scan: Scan Albums: Provides 10-second sampling of the first track in each album. Scan Tracks: Provides 10-second sampling of all tracks on HDD.
Page 176 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Select More. 2. Select a setting item. The following items are available: Sound Settings: Displays the sound preferences screen. P. 151 Adjusting the Sound Random/Repeat: The following menu items vary depending on the category you selected by the Music Search list.
Page 177 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu ■ How to Select a Track from the Music Search List H MENU button (in HDD mode)  Music Search 1. Move w or y to select a search category. Press u. 2. Rotate i to select a track from the Music Search list.
Page 178 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu ■ Editing an Album or Playlist Editing an Album or Playlist The maximum number of songs in each of the six H MENU button (in HDD mode)  Edit/Delete user playlists is 999. Adding new songs 1.
Page 179 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu ■ Creating a new Playlist H MENU button (in HDD mode)  Edit/Delete Playlists Create New Playlist 1. Enter the playlist name using the interface dial or the On Demand Multi-Use Display 2. Select tracks from the music search list.
Page 180 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu ■ Editing Track Information H MENU button (in HDD mode)   Edit/Delete Tracks Change the track title, artist name, genre and composer. You can also delete tracks. Rotate i select a track you want to edit or delete.
Page 181 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu ■ Displaying Music Information H MENU button (in HDD mode)  Edit/Delete Music information (album name, artist name, genre) can be acquired by accessing the Gracenote® Album Info. 1. Rotate i to select Albums. Press 2.
Page 182  Audio Settings Consult a dealer. Update the Gracenote® Album Info (Gracenote® Media Database) that is included Visit http://www.navteq.com/gracenote/acura. with the navigation system. Once you perform an update, any information 1. Insert the update disc into the disc Audio Settings Audio Settings you edited before will be overwritten or erased.
Page 183: Deleting All Hdd Data
Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) AudioAudio Menu ■ Deleting all HDD Data H SETTINGS button   Audio Settings Delete all HDD Data Delete all music data on the HDD. Rotate i to select Yes. Press u.
Page 184: Playing An Ipod
Playing an iPod® ■ Connecting an iPod® Connecting an iPod® Do not connect your iPod® using a hub. Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard disk drive, as the device or your tracks may be damaged. We recommend backing up your data before using the device in your vehicle.
Page 185: Selecting Ipod® Mode
Playing an iPod®Selecting iPod® Mode Selecting iPod® Mode Playing an iPod® 1. Connect the iPod® to the USB adapter cable in the console compartment. You can control an iPod® using voice Interface Dial commands. 2. Press the MENU button. (in AUDIO mode) 2 Voice Control Operation P.
Page 186: Audio Screen Control
Playing an iPod®Audio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through the navigation screen and On Demand Multi-Use Display This function may not be available depending on models or versions. Interface Dial Select r to go back to the previous screen. 1.
Page 187 Playing an iPod®Audio Screen Control On Demand Multi-Use Display Album Image Album Bar Select an album image. Select the album bar. 1. Select the album bar.  The image of the current album is displayed. 2. Select c or x to search for an album. ...
Page 188: Audio Menu
Playing an iPod®Audio Menu Audio Menu Interface Dial H MENU button (in iPod® mode) Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Music Search: Selects a song from the Music Search list. P. 189 How to Select a Song from the Music Search List Change Source: Changes the audio source mode.
Page 189 Playing an iPod®Audio Menu On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Select More. 2. Select a setting item. The following items are available: Sound Settings: Displays the sound preferences screen. P. 151 Adjusting the Sound Shuffle/Repeat: Repeat Song: Repeats the current track. Shuffle Albums: Plays all available albums in a selected list (playlists, artists, albums, songs, genres, or composers) in random order.
Page 190 Playing an iPod®Audio Menu ■ How to Select a Song from the Music Search List H MENU button (in iPod® mode)  Music Search 1. Move w or y to select a search category. Press u. 2. Rotate i to select a file from the Music Search list.
Page 191: Song By Voice Tm (Sbv)
Playing an iPod®Song 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 Song by Voice Rotate i to select On or Off.
Page 192 Playing an iPod®Song 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 Song By Voice commands P.
Page 193: Phonetic Modification
Playing an iPod®Song By Voice (SBV) ■ Phonetic Modification Phonetic Modification Phonetic Modification is grayed out when Song H SETTINGS button   System Settings Song by Voice Phonetic Modification By Voice is set to Off. Add phonetic modifications of difficult or foreign words so that it is easier for SBV to You can store up to 2,000 phonetic modification recognize artists, songs, albums, and composers in voice commands when searching items.
Page 194 Playing an iPod®Song By Voice (SBV) 3. Rotate i to select the item to modify (e.g., Artist). Press u.  The list of the selected item appears on the screen. 4. Rotate i to select an entry (e.g., No Name). Press u. ...
Page 195 Playing an iPod®Song By Voice (SBV) 6. Enter the phonetic spelling you wish to use (e.g., “Artist A”) when prompted. 7. Move r to select OK to exit. The artist “No Name” is phonetically modified to “Artist A.” When in the SBV mode, you can press the d (Talk) button and use the voice command “Play ‘Artist A’”...
Page 196: Playing Internet Radio
4. Rotate i to select Pandora or Aha. Press u. To find out if your phone is compatible with this On Demand Multi-Use Display feature, visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or call 1-888-528-7876. 2. Select Audio Source. Pandora® is a personalized Internet radio service 3.
Page 197: Pandora® Menu
Playing Internet RadioPandora® Menu Pandora® Menu Pandora® Menu Interface Dial Rotate i to select an item. Press u. You can control Pandora® using voice commands. Press MENU button to display the 2 Voice Control Operation P. 5 menu items. Available operating functions vary on software 2 Selecting Internet Radio Mode versions.
Page 198: Aha Tm Radio Menu
To use this service in your vehicle, the AcuraLink 4. Select c or x to skip contents. app must be installed on your phone. Visit owners.acura.com/apps for more information.  Select to resume or play a You must have a previously set up Aha account song.
Page 199 Playing Internet RadioAha Radio Menu ■ How to Select a Station from the Station List H MENU button (in Aha  mode) Stations Rotate i to select a station form the Station list. Press u.
Page 200: 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. Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard disk drive, as the device or your tracks may be damaged.
Page 201: Selecting Usb Mode
Playing a USB Flash DriveSelecting USB Mode Selecting USB Mode Playing a USB Flash Drive 1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port in the console compartment. You can control a USB flash drive using voice Interface Dial commands.
Page 202: Audio Screen Control
Playing a USB Flash DriveAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through the navigation screen and On Demand Multi-Use Display Interface Dial 1. Rotate i or press u to display the song list.. 2. Rotate i, move w or y to select a song from the list.
Page 203: Audio Menu
Playing a USB Flash DriveAudio Menu Audio Menu Interface Dial H MENU button (in USB mode) Rotate i to select an item. Press u. The following items are available: Scan: Scan Folders: Provides 10-second sampling of the first file in each of the main folders.
Page 204 Playing a USB Flash DriveAudio Menu On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Select More. 2. Select a setting item. The following items are available: Sound Settings: Displays the sound preferences screen. P. 151 Adjusting the Sound Random/Repeat: Repeat Folder: Repeats all files in the current folder. Repeat Track: Repeats the current file.
Page 205 Playing a USB Flash DriveAudio Menu ■ How to Select a File from the Music Search List H MENU button (in USB mode)  Music Search 1. Move w or y to select a search category. Press u. 2. Rotate i to select a file from the Music Search list.
Page 206: Playing A Usb Flash Drive 199 Playing Bluetooth® Audio
P. 210 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® For a list of compatible phones, visit www.acura.com/ handsfreelink, or Selecting Bluetooth® Audio Mode call 1-888-528-7876. State or local laws may prohibit the operation of 1. Make sure that your phone is on, paired, and linked to HFL.
Page 207: Audio Screen Control
Playing Bluetooth® AudioAudio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Audio Screen Control Control the audio system through the navigation screen and On Demand Multi-Use Display To play the audio files, you may need to operate your phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s Interface Dial operating instructions.
Page 208 Playing Bluetooth® AudioAudio Screen Control On Demand Multi-Use Display 1. Select b or n to change folders. 2. Select c or x to change files.  Select More to display the menu items, then select a setting item. The following items are available: Sound Settings: Displays the sound preferences screen.
Page 210: 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 cell phone. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ....210 Roadside Assistance* ......250 Using HFL ..........210 HFL Menus........... 251 Pairing a Phone ........212 Importing Phonebook Data ....218 Setting Up Speed Dialing ......219...
Page 211: Bluetooth® Handsfreelink
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth®-compatible cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, Using HFL pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities: Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or ■ call 1-888-528-7876. HFL Buttons Voice control tips: Volume up...
Page 212: Hfl Status Display
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Using HFL ■ HFL Status Display Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Bluetooth® Wireless Technology The navigation screen notifies you when there is an incoming call. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Bluetooth® Indicator Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motors Battery Level Status Comes on when your Co., Ltd., is under license.
Page 213: Pairing A Phone
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Pairing a Phone Pairing a Phone H PHONE button Pairing a Phone Your Bluetooth®-compatible phone must be When no Bluetooth®-compatible phone is paired, the following screen appears: paired to HFL before you can make and receive 1. Rotate i to select Yes. Press u. hands-free calls.
Page 214 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Pairing a Phone 4. HFL gives you a pairing code on the Pairing a Phone navigation screen. Automatic When pairing is completed, an Phone Sync prompt appears. Select if you  Confirm if the pairing code on want your call history and phonebook the screen and your phone automatically imported to HFL.
Page 215 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Pairing a Phone 3. When your phone appears on the list, select it by pressing u.  If your phone does not appear, you can select Refresh to search again.  If your phone still does not appear, move r to select Phone not Found? and search for Bluetooth®...
Page 216 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Pairing a Phone ■ Changing the Pairing Code Changing the Pairing Code The pairing code may be six or four digits H SETTINGS button  System Settings depending on your phone. 1. Rotate i to select Edit Pairing 0000 The default pairing code is until you Code.
Page 217 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Pairing a Phone ■ Changing the Currently Paired Phone Changing the Currently Paired Phone The replaced phone will keep the same speed H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Bluetooth Device List dial entries, and security PIN information from 1.
Page 218 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Pairing a Phone ■ Deleting a Paired Phone H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Bluetooth Device List 1. Rotate i to select a paired phone you want to replace. Press u. 2. Rotate i to select Delete This Device.
Page 219: Importing Phonebook Data
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Importing Phonebook Data Importing Phonebook Data Importing Phonebook Data When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebook and call When you select a person from the list in the history are automatically imported to cellular phonebook, you can see up to three category icons.
Page 220: Setting Up Speed Dialing
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Setting Up Speed Dialing Setting Up Speed Dialing H MENU button (on PHONE screen)  Speed Dial Setting Up Speed Dialing When a voice tag is stored, press the d button Up to 20 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone. to call the number using the voice tag.
Page 221 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Setting Up Speed Dialing ■ Registering a Voice Tag to a Speed Dial Entry Registering a Voice Tag to a Speed Dial Entry H SETTINGS button Avoid using duplicate voice tags.   Phone Settings Edit Speed Dial Avoid using ”home“ as a voice tag. 1.
Page 222 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Setting Up Speed Dialing ■ To delete a voice tag 1. Select an existing speed dial entry. 2. From the pop-up menu, rotate i to select Edit. Press u. 3. Rotate i to select Voice Tag. Press u. 4. From the pop-up menu, rotate i to select Clear.
Page 223 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Setting Up Speed Dialing ■ Setting Phone Shortcuts Setting Phone Shortcuts Dial icon You can preset five previously stored speed dial entries, and make a call from one of You can make a call using the keyboard on the the preset numbers, or call history when the phone is paired and connected to the On Demand Multi-Use Display™...
Page 224 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Setting Up Speed Dialing 6. Select a number you want to store as a shortcut. ■ To make a call from a speed dial entry 1. Select Shortcuts. 2. Select Phone. 3. Select Speed Dial. 4. Select a preset number. ...
Page 225 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Setting Up Speed Dialing ■ To delete a speed dial 1. Select Shortcuts. 2. Select Phone. 3. Select Speed Dial. 4. Select Edit. 5. Select Delete. 6. Select the preset number with the phone number you want to delete. ■...
Page 226: Phonebook Phonetic Modification
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phonebook Phonetic Modification Phonebook Phonetic Modification H SETTINGS button   System Settings Phonebook Phonetic Modification Phonebook Phonetic Modification Add phonetic modifications or a new voice tag to the phone's contact name so that You can store up to 20 phonetic modification it is easier for HFL to recognize voice commands.
Page 227 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phonebook Phonetic Modification 3. Move w or y and rotate i to select a contact name. Press u.  The pop-up menu appears on the screen. 4. Rotate i to select Modify. Press 5. Using the d button, follow the prompts to complete the voice tag.
Page 228 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phonebook Phonetic Modification ■ To modify a voice tag Phonebook Phonetic Modification 1. Rotate i to select the phone you You can only modify or delete contact names for the currently connected phone. want to add phonetic modification to. Press u. 2.
Page 229 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phonebook Phonetic Modification ■ To delete a modified voice tag 1. Rotate i to select the phone you want to delete phonetic modification. Press u. 2. Rotate i to select a contact name you want to delete. Press u. ...
Page 230 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phonebook Phonetic Modification ■ To delete all modified voice tags 1. Rotate i to select the phone you want to delete phonetic modification. Press u.  The contact name list appears. 2. Move r and rotate i to select Delete All.
Page 231: Phone Settings
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phone Settings Phone Settings H SETTINGS button  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   Phone Settings Bluetooth Device List need to enter the current security PIN before You can protect each of the six cell phones with a security PIN.
Page 232 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phone Settings ■ Editing User Name Editing User Name You can use the keyboard on the On Demand H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Bluetooth Device List Multi-Use Display™ to input numbers. Edit the user name of a paired phone as follows: 1.
Page 233: Auto Answer
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phone Settings ■ Automatic Transferring H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Auto Transfer If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically transferred to HFL. Rotate i to select On. Press u. ■...
Page 234 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phone Settings ■ Ring Tone H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Ring Tone You can change the ring tone setting. Rotate i to select your desired setting item. Press u. The following items are available: Fixed: The fixed ring tone sounds from the speaker. Mobile Phone: The ring tone stored in the connected cell phone sounds from the speaker.
Page 235 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Phone Settings ■ Automatic Phone Sync setting H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Automatic Phone Sync Rotate i to select On or Off. Press ■ Use Contact Photo H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Use Contact Photo You can display a caller's picture on an incoming call screen.
Page 236: Making A Call
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Making a Call Making a Call You can make calls by inputting any phone number, or by using the imported Making a Call 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.
Page 237 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Making a Call ■ Using the Phonebook Using the Phonebook H MENU button (on Phone Settings) This function is disabled while the vehicle is  Phonebook moving. However, you can call a stored voice- tagged speed dial number, phonebook name, or 1.
Page 238 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Making a Call ■ Entering a Phone Number Entering a Phone Number This function is disabled while the vehicle is H MENU button (on Phone Settings)  Dial moving. However, you can call a stored voice- 1. Rotate i to select a number. tagged speed dial number, phonebook name, or Press u.
Page 239 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Making a Call ■ Using Call History Using Call History The call history displays the last 20 dialed, H MENU button (on Phone Settings)  Call History received, or missed calls. Call history is stored by All, Dialed, Received, and Missed. (Appears only when a phone is connected to 1.
Page 240 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Making a Call ■ Using Speed Dial Using Speed Dial Move r to select More Speed Dials to view H MENU button (on Phone Settings)  Speed Dial another paired phone's speed dial list. You can Rotate i to select a number. Press make a call from that list using the currently connected phone.
Page 241: Receiving A Call
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Receiving 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 h button to put the current call on 1.
Page 242: Options During A Call
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Receiving a Call ■ Options During a Call Options During a Call Touch Tones : Available on some phones. The available options are shown on the Phone screen. Rotate i to select the option. Press You can select the icons on the On Demand Multi-Use Display The mute icon appears when Mute is selected.
Page 243: Text Message/E-Mail
Text Message/E-mail Setting a Text Message/E-mail ■ To turn on or off the text/E-mail function H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Enable Text/Email Rotate i to select On or Off. Press ■ To turn on or off the text/E-mail notice H SETTINGS button ...
Page 244 Text Message/E-mailSetting a Text Message/E-mail ■ To set up the auto reading option H SETTINGS button   System Settings Message Auto Reading Rotate i to select On, Off or Auto. Press u. The following items are available: On: A text message/Email is always read aloud. Off: A text message/Email is not read aloud.
Page 245: Selecting A Mail Account
Text Message/E-mailSelecting a Mail Account Selecting a Mail Account H SETTINGS button   Phone Settings Select Account Selecting a Mail Account If a paired phone has text message or mail accounts, you can select one of them to You can also select a mail account from the be active and receive notifications.
Page 246: Receiving A Text Message/E-Mail
Text Message/E-mailReceiving a Text Message/E-mail Receiving a Text Message/E-mail Receiving a Text Message/E-mail HFL can display newly received text messages and E-mails as well as 20 of the most recently received messages on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be The system does not display any received read aloud and replied to using a fixed common phrase.
Page 247: Displaying Messages
Text Message/E-mailDisplaying Messages Displaying Messages Displaying Messages ■ Displaying text messages The icon appears next to an unread message. H MENU button (on Phone Settings)  Text/Email If you delete a message on the phone, the message is also deleted in the system. If you send 1.
Page 248 Text Message/E-mailDisplaying Messages ■ Displaying E-mails Displaying E-mails Received text messages and E-mails may appear H MENU button (on Phone Settings)  Text/Email in the message list screen at the same time. In 1. Rotate i to select a folder. Press No subject this case, text messages are titled 2.
Page 249 Text Message/E-mailDisplaying Messages ■ Read or stop reading a message 1. Go to the text message or E-mail screen.  The system automatically starts reading the message aloud. P. 246 2 Displaying Messages 2. Press u to stop reading. Press u again to start reading the message from the beginning.
Page 250 Text Message/E-mailDisplaying Messages 3. Rotate i to select the reply Reply to a message message. Press u. The available fixed reply messages are as follows:  The pop-up menu appears on Talk to you later, I’m driving. the screen. I’m on my way. 4.
Page 251: Roadside Assistance
Text Message/E-mailRoadside Assistance* Roadside Assistance* H MENU button (on Phone Settings)  Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance* Provides a nationwide service for unexpected incidents. You can call for assistance If you are subscribed to a paid AcuraLink using a phone paired and connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. package, you can call the roadside assistance Rotate i to select a phone number.
Page 252: Hfl Menus
Text Message/E-mailHFL Menus HFL Menus HFL Menus The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON to use HFL. To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetooth®- ■ Phone Settings screen compatible cell phone to the system while the vehicle is parked.
Page 253 Text Message/E-mailHFL Menus Delete all the previously stored speed dial numbers. Delete All Enter a phone number to store as a speed Manual Input dial number. Select a phone number from the call Edit Speed Import from New Entry Dial Call History history to store as a speed dial number.
Page 254 Text Message/E-mailHFL Menus ■ Phone screen 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button to display the menu items. Enter a phone number to dial. Dial Display the paired phone’s phonebook. Phonebook Enter a phone number to store as a speed dial number. Manual Input Select a phone number from the call history to store as a Import from...
Page 255 Text Message/E-mailHFL Menus Redial the last number dialed in the phone’s history. Redial Display the last 20 outgoing, incoming and missed calls. Display the last 20 outgoing calls. Call History Dialed Display the last 20 incoming calls. Received Display the last 20 missed calls. Missed Makes a call to the number for the Roadside Assistance service.
Page 256: Acuralink
AcuraLink® This section describes how Acura directly communicates important information to you regarding your vehicle. AcuraLink®..........256 In Case of Emergency......256 Security Features ........258 Operator Assistance ......259 AcuraLink Message ......260...
Page 257: Acuralink
For information on traffic rerouting and traffic information updates, provided by the information about all of its features, contact an AcuraLink server. Acura dealer or visit owners.acura.com. In Case of Emergency In Case of Emergency Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the operator if the battery level is low, the line is ■...
Page 258 AcuraLink®In 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 operator in an emergency situation, a safe place.
Page 259: Security Features
AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above, ■ Stolen vehicle tracking contact a dealer or go to owners.acura.com. This feature searches and tracks down your vehicle position even if it is on the move. You can also activate the remote door lock/...
Page 260: Operator Assistance
AcuraLink®Operator Assistance Operator Assistance Connect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside Operator Assistance assistance. Remain attentive to road conditions and driving 1. Press the LINK button. during operator assistance.  Connection to the operator begins.
Page 261: Acuralink Message
Selecting Check Now lets you know if you should see a dealer immediately or later in accordance with the warning severity level. Scheduled Dealer Appointment: An appointment made through the Acura server or Acura Owners website can be rescheduled or canceled from this option. P. 262 2 Dealer Appointments Maintenance Minder: Lets you know which maintenance item is due along with a reminder message.
Page 262 AcuraLink®AcuraLink Message ■ Reading a message Reading a message If there is no message listed on the menu, 1. Press the INFO button, rotate i to AcuraLink/Messages is grayed out and cannot select AcuraLink/Messages, then be selected. press u. The message icon disappears once you read the ...
Page 263 AcuraLink®AcuraLink Message Find Acura Dlr.: Searches for the nearest Acura dealer. Delete: Deletes the displayed message. Call Your Dealer: Calls your Acura dealer using HFL. Schedule Dealer Appointment: Automatically sets an appointment date at your dealer. Phone number: Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.
Page 264: Rear Entertainment System
Rear Entertainment System Rear seat passengers can enjoy a completely separate entertainment source than front passengers, including movies, games, and other audio choices. Rear Entertainment System ....264 Setting the DVD Menu ......280 Auxiliary Console Panel ......264 Wireless Headphones ......282 HDMI Input Jack (Ultrawide RES only)..265 Using the Wireless Headphones ...
Page 265: Rear Entertainment System
Rear Entertainment System The Rear Entertainment System (RES) is operable from both the front control panel Rear Entertainment System and the rear control panel. NOTICE P. 278 2 Front Control Panel Operation This vehicle’s overhead mounted video display, if P. 267 2 Rear Control Panel Operation so equipped, includes mercury-containing components.
Page 266: Hdmi Input Jack (Ultrawide Res Only)
Rear Entertainment SystemHDMI Input Jack (Ultrawide RES only) HDMI Input Jack (Ultrawide RES only) There is an HDMI input jack on the back of the center console compartment. The system will accept HDMI input from video games and video equipment which are equipped with an HDMI jack.
Page 267 Rear Entertainment SystemPlayable Discs Playable Discs The discs that come with these labels can be played in your vehicle’s rear Playable Discs entertainment system. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and Also look for the region code of 1 or ALL on the package or jacket on the disc. other intellectual property rights.
Page 268: Rear Control Panel Operation
Rear Control Panel Operation Selecting the Audio Source Rear Control Panel Operation ■ RES In the procedures of this section, “select” means 1. Press the Rear Power button on the front control panel. the following actions: 2. Press the audio source button on the rear control panel. ...
Page 269: Rear Dvd Menu
Rear Control Panel OperationRear DVD Menu Rear DVD Menu H MENU button (in the DVD mode) Select an item. Press the ENTER button. The following items are available: Top Menu: Displays the top menu of the DVD. Menu: Displays the menu of the DVD. Play Mode: Displays while a DVD is playing and changes the DVD’s audio, subtitle, or angle settings.
Page 270 Rear Control Panel OperationRear DVD Menu ■ Setting the Play Mode H MENU button (in the DVD mode)  Play Mode 1. Select an item. Press the ENTER button. 2. Select an option. Press the ENTER button. The following items are available: Audio: Selects the language of the DVD audio.
Page 271 Rear Control Panel OperationRear DVD Menu ■ Searching a Title/Chapter H MENU button (in the DVD mode)  Search/NumInput 1. Select an item. Press the ENTER button. 2. Select a number. Press the ENTER button. The following items are available: Title: Skips to a title you specify.
Page 272: Screen And Surround Settings
Rear Control Panel OperationScreen and Surround Settings Screen and Surround Settings H SETUP button (in the DVD mode) Select an item. Press the ENTER button. The following items are available: Brightness (Ultrawide RES only): Adjusts the screen’s brightness. Adjust the brightness using the Interface Dial and press the ENTER button.
Page 273: Adjusting The Screen
Rear Control Panel OperationScreen and Surround Settings ■ Adjusting the Screen H SETUP button (in the DVD mode)  Display Adjust 1. Select an item. Press the ENTER button. 2. Make the adjustment. Press the ENTER button. The following items are available: Brightness (RES only): Adjusts the screen’s brightness.
Page 274 Rear Control Panel OperationScreen and Surround Settings ■ Setting the RES Aspect Ratio H MENU button (in the DVD mode)  Aspect Ratio Select an option. Press the ENTER button. ■ Setting the Ultrawide RES Aspect Ratio H MENU button (in the DVD mode) ...
Page 275: Dvd Initial Settings (Res Only)
Rear Control Panel OperationDVD Initial Settings (RES only) DVD Initial Settings (RES only) H MENU button (in the DVD mode)  Initial Settings Set the DVD default settings so that you do not have to select the settings each time you play a DVD.
Page 276: Dual Screen Mode (Ultrawide Res Only).275
Rear Control Panel OperationDual Screen Mode (Ultrawide RES only) ■ Selecting the DVD Menu Language Selecting the DVD Menu Language H MENU button (in the DVD mode) When you select Other, enter a 4-digit language   Initial Settings Language Settings code.
Page 277 Rear Control Panel OperationDual Screen Mode (Ultrawide RES only) ■ Single mode to Dual mode Press the DUAL Select the side button. (e.g., “Left”). Select a source (e.g., “AUX- VIDEO”). AUX-VIDEO AUX-VIDEO Press the SWAP button. ■ Dual mode to Single mode AUX-VIDEO Press the Select a source...
Page 278: Replacing The Batteries
Rear Control Panel OperationReplacing the Batteries Replacing the Batteries Replacing the Batteries 1. Remove the rear control panel. 2 Overhead Screen and Rear An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the P. 15 Cover Control Panel environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
Page 279: Front Control Panel Operation
Front Control Panel Operation Operate the Rear Entertainment System (RES) from the front control panel. Selecting the Audio Source using front control panel 1. Press the Rear 9 (Power) button on the front control panel. 2. Press the REAR AUDIO button. ...
Page 280: Rear System Setup
Front Control Panel OperationRear System Setup Rear System Setup H SETTINGS button  Rear Ent Settings 1. Rotate i to select an item. Press 2. Rotate i to select an option. Press u. The following items are available: Source Select Popup: Selects whether the list of selectable audio sources comes on when the AUDIO button is pressed.
Page 281: Setting The Dvd Menu
Front Control Panel OperationSetting the DVD Menu Setting the DVD Menu Interface Dial H MENU button (in DVD mode) 1. Rotate i to select an item. Press  Select Other Function to display additional menu entries. 2. Rotate i to select an option. Press u.
Page 282 Front Control Panel OperationSetting the DVD Menu Play/Pause: Pauses or resume the playback. Stop: Stops the playback. Audio/Subtitle: Selects the language of the DVD audio and the DVD subtitle. Angle: Selects the angle of a scene shot with multiple cameras. Back: Hides the DVD menu.
Page 283: Wireless Headphones
Wireless Headphones Using the Wireless Headphones Using the Wireless Headphones Audio for the Rear Entertainment System is sent to the wireless headphones that come with the system. When you remove the headphones, the earpieces automatically pivot inward, and the 1. Pivot the earpieces outward. headphones turn off.
Page 284: Changing The Sound Source (Ultrawide Res Only)
Wireless HeadphonesChanging the Sound Source (Ultrawide RES only) Changing the Sound Source (Ultrawide RES only) Changing the Sound Source (Ultrawide RES only) ■ Wireless Headphone You can switch the sound source from the setup menu if you connected a set of wired In dual screen mode, you can switch the sound source of the wireless headphones headphones.
Page 285: Replacing The Batteries
Wireless HeadphonesReplacing the Batteries Replacing the Batteries 1. Insert a coin in the slot and twist it Replacing the Batteries slightly to pry the cover away from The battery is under the cover on the left the earpiece. earpiece. 2. Pull the cover outward, and pivot it An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the out of the way.
Page 286: Other Features
Other Features This section describes the useful functions incorporated into the navigation system to help make your journey easier and more enjoyable. Trip Computer ........286 Calendar ..........287 Information Functions ......288 System Device Information ....288 Map Data Update ........ 288 Info Screen Preference ......
Page 287: Trip Computer
Trip Computer H INFO button  Trip Computer Trip Computer View the distance traveled and average fuel consumption. Displays the following trip information: Move w or y to select the trip Instant Fuel: The current estimated instant information. fuel economy. Average Fuel: The average fuel economy since the last key cycle.
Page 288: Calendar
Calendar H INFO button  Calendar View the calendar screen. Move w or y to select the months of the year.
Page 289: Information Functions
Information Functions System Device Information H SETTINGS button    Navi Settings System Device Information System Device Information View database, software, device, and vehicle identification information. You will need this information when ordering a map update. 2 Obtaining a Navigation Update P. 313 Map Data Update Map Update Status H SETTINGS button...
Page 290: Info Screen Preference
Information FunctionsInfo Screen Preference Info Screen Preference H SETTINGS button    Info Settings Other Info Screen Preference Select the top menu when the INFO button is pressed. Rotate i to select your desired setting item. Press u. The following options are available: Info Top: A brief menu pops up.
Page 291: Multi-View Rear Camera
Multi-view Rear Camera About Your Multi-View Rear Camera The navigation screen can display your vehicle’s rear view. The display automatically About Your Multi-View Rear Camera changes to the rear view when the shift lever is moved to Reverse. The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper or what is ■...
Page 292 Multi-view Rear CameraAbout Your Multi-View Rear Camera ■ Multi-View Rear Camera Settings H SETTING button  Camera Settings Rotate i to select an item. Press The following items are available: Fixed Guideline: On (factory default): Guidelines appear when you shift into Reverse. Off: Guidelines do not appear when the dynamic guideline is off.
Page 294: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ........294 Map, Voice, Entering Destinations ..294 Traffic ..........296 Guidance, Routing ....... 297 Update, Coverage, Map Errors ..... 299 Display, Accessories......299 Miscellaneous Questions ...... 299 Error Messages........300 Navigation System........ 300 CD Player ..........301 Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ....
Page 295: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Map, Voice, Entering Destinations Problem Solution The Startup Confirmation screen is displayed every This is normal. The Startup Confirmation screen reminds you and your guest drivers to time I start the car. 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 296 TroubleshootingMap, Voice, Entering Destinations Problem Solution I cannot select an option using the Interface Dial. To reduce potential driver distraction, certain onscreen functions and features are limited or inoperable while the vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to proceed.
Page 297: Traffic
LINK button, and connect to the operator. 2 AcuraLink® P. 256 • 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.
Page 298: Guidance, Routing
TroubleshootingGuidance, 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 the way I would go or the same way as other mapping route preferences used when calculating a route. systems.
Page 299 TroubleshootingGuidance, Routing Problem Solution The screen is showing white dots as I drive along. These dots are called “breadcrumbs.” These are displayed if Display Tracking is set to 2 Display Tracking P. 83 How do I remove the white dots (“breadcrumbs”) Press the SETTINGS button.
Page 300: Update, Coverage, Map Errors
TroubleshootingUpdate, Coverage, Map Errors Update, Coverage, Map Errors Problem Solution My city is not part of a fully verified detailed coverage The mapping database is constantly undergoing revision. You can access the most area. recent information on the internet. 2 Map Coverage P.
Page 301: 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 navigation the system will shut off until the display cools down. system turns off until the display cools down. The system turns back on automatically when the display cools down.
Page 302: Cd Player
Error MessagesCD Player CD Player If a disc error occurs, you may see the following error messages. Error Message Cause Solution • Current track/file will be skipped. The next supported track/file Unplayable File Track/file format not supported plays automatically. Bad Disc •...
Page 303: Hard Disc Drive (Hdd) Audio
Error MessagesHard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Hard Disc 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 Solution HDD access error.
Page 304: Ipod®/Usb Flash Drive
Error MessagesiPod®/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 Solution USB Error Appears when there is a problem with the audio system.
Page 305: Pandora
Error MessagesPandora® 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 Solution Incompatible USB Device Appears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect the Please Check Owner’s Manual device.
Page 306: Aha Tm Radio
Error MessagesAha Radio Radio If an error occurs while playing Aha Radio, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Solution Cannot connect to AcuraLink. When stopped, check your mobile Appears when the Aha app is not activated.
Page 308: Reference Information
Puerto Rico, and Mexico ..... 314 GPS System...........310 Legal Information ......... 315 Address Calculation ......310 Copyrights ........... 315 Database ..........310 User Agreements ......... 315 Client Assistance ........312 As required by the FCC ......321 Resolving Problems .......312 Reporting Errors ........312 Acura Client Relations Contact Information.
Page 309: System Initialization
System Initialization Acquiring GPS Information The navigation system must be initialized if 1. Set the power mode to ON, and turn on power to the navigation system is the audio system. interrupted for any reason (e.g., the 2. Press and hold the 9 (Power) button Depending on the length of time the battery was disconnected).
Page 310: Startup Confirmation Screen
System InitializationStartup 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 311: System Limitations
System Limitations GPS System Database can cause occasional positioning errors of up to several hundred feet. The signals received from the GPS satellites The digitized map database reflects Address Calculation are extremely weak (less than a millionth conditions as they existed at various points of the strength of a local FM station) and in time before production.
Page 312 System LimitationsDatabase In addition, the map database contains Pavement characteristics or conditions verified and unverified areas. Unverified Every effort has been made to verify that streets may be missing from the map, in the database is accurate. The number of the wrong location, or have an incorrect inaccuracies you experience increases the name or address range.
Page 313: Client Assistance
If you have a question that you cannot Call Acura Client Relations. names. Information about points of resolve using the available help resources, 2 Acura Client Relations Contact interest are constantly being updated. you can consult a dealer. Please identify P. 312...
Page 314: Map Coverage
Client AssistanceMap Coverage Map Coverage Obtaining a Navigation Map coverage update information is available from Acura Client Relations or Update online at www.acuranavi.com. The navigation system provides map coverage for the United States, Canada, To find navigation system update Acura is continually expanding the scope Puerto Rico, and Mexico.
Page 315: Traffic Information
All roads displayed on the map screens are To find traffic information: verified roads. Information in this manual 1. Visit www.acura.com/realtimetraffic. relating to “unverified” roads or areas is not applicable. 2. Select Real-Time Traffic on the MDX. 3. Click AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic.
Page 316: Legal Information
Legal Information Copyrights User Agreements The HDD may not be decompiled, reverse engineered or otherwise disassembled, in whole or in part. Infogroup-Data: Certain business data ■ Navigation System User provided by Infogroup © 2011, All The HDD may not be used in a network Agreement RIghts Reserved.
Page 317 Legal InformationUser Agreements The terms and conditions hereof apply Use, duplication, or disclosure of this HDD IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER to all subsequent users and owners as by or on behalf of the United States LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”), DO NOT well as to the original purchaser.
Page 318 Legal InformationUser Agreements  EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF SPEECH RECOGNITION If ALPINE provides or makes available NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. ALSO, to you Supplemental Components If the SOFTWARE includes speech THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST and no other EULA terms are recognition component(s), you should INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR provided along with the...
Page 319 Legal InformationUser Agreements UPGRADES suppliers. The SOFTWARE is licensed, PRODUCT SUPPORT not sold. If the SOFTWARE is provided by ALPINE Product support for the SOFTWARE is separate from the DEVICE on separate You may not copy the printed materials not provided by MS, its parent media or via web download or other accompanying the SOFTWARE.
Page 320 Legal InformationUser Agreements issued by U.S. and other governments. available at www.honda.com (in U.S.) or ■ Gracenote Music Recognition For additional information on exporting www.honda.ca (in Canada). Service (CDDB) the SOFTWARE, see http:// CD and music-related data from www.microsoft.com/exporting/. Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000 to present Gracenote.
Page 321 Legal InformationUser Agreements (collectively, “Gracenote Servers”) and to rights. Under no circumstances will Gracenote Software or Gracenote Servers perform other functions. You may use Gracenote become liable for any payment will be uninterrupted. Gracenote Data only by means of the to you for any information that you Gracenote is not obligated to provide you intended End-User functions or this...
Page 322: As Required By The Fcc
Legal InformationAs required by the FCC As required by the FCC 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canadian RSS-210/ RSSGen. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
Page 324: Voice Commands
Voice Commands Voice Commands ........324 Navigation Commands......324 Voice Portal Commands ....... 326 Phone Commands........ 326 Info Commands ........327 Climate Control Commands....327 Audio Commands ........ 328 On-Screen Commands ......332 Spelling Assistance ....... 332...
Page 325: Voice Commands
Voice Commands Navigation Commands ■ ■ Map Display Commands Map Scale Commands Display current location (shows current Display north up The system accepts these commands on a latitude, longitude, and elevation) Display heading up map/guidance screen. Display/Hide (specify icon type): Display 3D map ■...
Page 326 Find Place Commands Emergency room German restaurant Find nearest (specify place): Hospital Greek restaurant Fuel and auto Police station Indian restaurant Acura dealers Veterinarian Italian restaurant Honda dealers Lodging Japanese restaurant Gas station Korean restaurant Bed & breakfast Hydrogen station...
Page 327: Voice Portal Commands
Voice CommandsVoice Portal Commands Voice Portal Commands Toy store ■ Route Commands Travel center The system accepts these commands when The system accepts these commands on Airport a route is set. the Voice Portal screen. Automobile club How long to the destination?* Call Your contact name Bus station How far to the destination?*...
Page 328: Info Commands
Voice CommandsInfo Commands Info Commands Climate control mode automatic Rear climate control automatic Fan speed up Rear climate control off Fan speed down Rear climate control vent The system accepts these commands on Fan speed # (#: 1 to 7) Rear climate control bi-level any screen.
Page 329: Hdd Commands
Voice CommandsAudio Commands Passenger ventilated seat low For example, “Artist” commands are ■ HDD commands available only in “Artist” mode. Hard Disc Drive play *1: These commands toggle the function ■ Hard Disc Drive play track # (#: 1 to 30) Radio commands on and off, so the command may not Hard Disc Drive skip forward...
Page 330: Usb Commands
Voice CommandsAudio Commands XM preset # (#: 1 to 12) *1: These commands toggle the function ■ USB commands XM scan on and off, so the command may not USB play XM category mode match your intended action. USB play track # (#: 1 to 30) XM channel mode ■...
Page 331: Aux Commands
Voice CommandsAudio Commands ■ ■ ■ Bluetooth® Audio commands Pandora® commands Internet service commands Bluetooth Audio play The system accepts these commands while Internet service play Bluetooth Audio skip forward the Pandora® is playing. Internet service skip forward Bluetooth Audio skip back Pandora play Internet service skip back Bluetooth Audio group up...
Page 332: Rear Cd Commands
Voice CommandsAudio Commands Rear radio preset # (#: 1 to 12) ■ ■ Rear CD Commands Rear DVD Commands Rear radio FM preset # (#: 1 to 12) Rear CD play Rear DVD play Rear radio AM preset # (#: 1 to 6) Rear CD play track # (#: 1 to 30) Rear DVD pause Rear radio scan*...
Page 333: On-Screen Commands
Voice CommandsOn-Screen Commands On-Screen Commands ■ ■ Rear HDD Commands Rear iPod Commands Rear HDD play Rear iPod play The system accepts these commands on Rear HDD skip forward Rear iPod skip forward any screen. There are over 100 on-screen Rear HDD skip back Rear iPod skip back commands.
Page 334 Voice CommandsSpelling Assistance ■ ■ Numbers Letters Say … Or say… Nancy/November Oscar Paul/Papa Queen/Quebec Robert/Romeo Sam/Sierra Tom/Tango Uncle/Uniform Victor Say … Say … or Number … Say … Or say… William/Whiskey Apple/Alpha X-ray Boy/Bravo Yellow/Yankee Three Charlie Zebra/Zulu Four Dog/Delta Five Edward/Echo...
Page 335 Voice CommandsSpelling Assistance ■ ■ Accented Letters Symbols Say … Say … or Symbol … Ô O circumflex Ö O umlaut Ù U grave Ú U acute Û U circumflex Ü U umlaut Say … Say … or Symbol … Say …...
Page 336 Voice CommandsSpelling Assistance Say … Say … or Symbol … “ Double quote Comma ‘ Apostrophe ¡ Inverted exclamation point ¿ Inverted question mark « Left-pointing double angle quotation mark » Right-pointing double angle quotation mark Percent Underscore < Less than >...
Page 337 List of Categories Fuel/Auto Lodging Shopping All Types Auto Repair & Maintenance All Types Hotel/Motel All Types Mall/Department Store Acura Dealers Car Wash & Detailing Bed & Breakfast Resort Accessories/Jewelry Office Supplies/Electronics Honda Dealers Motorcycle Dealers Recreation Auto Parts & Electronics...
Page 338 List of Language Codes Language Input Code Language Input Code Language Input Code Corsican 0315 Hungarian 0821 Abubasia 0102 Croatian 0818 Icelandic 0919 Afar 0101 Czech 0319 Indonesian 0914 Afrikaans 0106 Danish 0401 Interlingue 0905 Albanian 1917 Dutch 1412 International 0901 Amharic 0113...
Page 339 List of Language Codes Language Input Code Language Input Code Language Input Code Malagasy 1307 Sand 1907 Telugu 2005 Malay 1319 Sanskrit 1901 Thai 2008 Malayalam 1312 Scottish Gaelic 0704 Tibetan 0215 Maltese 1320 Serbian 1918 Tigris 2009 Maori 1309 Serbo-Croatian 1908 Tonga...
Page 340 Auxiliary Input Jack ......... 144 City Vicinity Avoid Streets..........136 Setting Destination........99 Avoided Area ..........60 Clock Adjustment ........29 Community (Place Category) .....98 Acura Client Relations ......312 Continue Trip..........140 AcuraLink®..........256 Contrast ............27 Address Black Level..........27 Coordinate..........113 Editing Address Book ........ 41 Bluetooth®...
Page 341: Index
Index Disc Folder List Local Search ..........100 Playing ............164 Disc ............168 Lodging (Place Category) ......98 Voice Commands List ......329 USB Flash Drive ........204 Display Tracking .........83 Fuel/Auto (Place Category)......98 Driving ............119 Setting ............83 Map (Navi Settings) ........69 Download POI Map Data Update Editing Category ........51...
Page 342 Index Night Mode Scenic Route ..........109 Switching Display Mode ......74 Schedule Radio Non-map screens........66 Calendar ..........287 FM/AM ........... 153 Search Along ..........131 XM® ............159 Search Around..........131 Random Search by Name..........99 Disc ..........166, 167 On Demand Multi-Use Display Search Nearby...........137 HDD ..........
Page 343 Index Unit Settings ..........34 Wallpaper Unverified Routing........56 Deleting, Importing, Setting ...... 31 Update System Software Waypoint Finding Update Information.....313 Adding ........... 130 Obtaining Update Data ......313 Deleting, Ordering ........134 USB Flash Drive Connecting, Disconnecting....183, 199 Playing ............199 Voice Commands List ......329 XM Button..........

Acura MDX 2014 Navigation Manual

Table of Contents

System Setup

Start-Up

Voice Control System

Interface Settings

Personal Information

Routing

Guidance

Map

Data Reset

On Demand Multi-Use Display

Navigation

Entering a Destination

Calculating the Route

Driving to Your Destination

Map Menu

Changing Your Route

Changing Your Destination

Resuming Your Trip

Audio

Audio System

Audio Remote Controls

Audio Settings

Playing FM/AM Radio

Playing XM® Radio

Playing a Disc

Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio

Playing an Ipod

Playing Internet Radio

Playing a USB Flash Drive

Playing a USB Flash Drive 199 Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Bluetooth® Handsfreelink®

Bluetooth® Handsfreelink

Bluetooth® Handsfreelink

Text Message/E-Mail

Acuralink®

Rear Entertainment System

Rear Entertainment System

Rear Control Panel Operation

Front Control Panel Operation

Wireless Headphones

Other Features

Trip Computer

Calendar

Information Functions

Multi-View Rear Camera

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Reference Information

System Initialization

System Limitations

Troubleshooting

Client Assistance

Legal Information

Voice Commands

Index

Quick Links

Chapters

Troubleshooting

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