2010 Acura TL audio

Your vehicle’s audio system may
disable itself if it is disconnected
f rom electrical power f or any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specif ic f ive-digit code with
the preset buttons. Because there
are hundreds of number
combinations possible f rom the f ive
digits, making the system work
without knowing the exact code is
nearly impossible.
You should have received a radio
code card that lists your audio
system’s code and serial numbers. It
is best to store this card in a saf e
place at home. In addition, you
should write the audio system’s
serial number in this owner’s manual.
If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number f rom your dealer.
To do this, you will need the audio
system’s serial number.If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
f ive-digit sequence, then enter the
correct code. You have ten tries to
enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, you
must then leave the system on for 1
hour bef ore trying again.
The system will retain your AM and
FM presets even if power is
disconnected.
If you have a My Acura account, you
can retrieve the anti-thef t code
online.
If your vehicle’s battery is discon-
nected or goes dead, the audio
system will disable itself . If this
happens, you will see
‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the f requency
display (on the center display on
models with navigation system) the
nexttimeyouturnonthesystem.
Use the preset buttons to enter the
f ive-digit code. The code is on the
radio code card included in your
owner’s manual kit. When it is
entered correctly, the radio will start
playing.
Radio T hef t Protection
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The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights and taillights f lash if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicle or remove the audio unit.
This alarm continues f or 2 minutes,
then the system resets. To reset an
activated system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or use the
remote transmitter/keyless access
remote.
You can also turn off an activated
system by grabbing either f ront door
handle while carrying the keyless
access remote to unlock the door.
To enter the clock setting, turn
the selector knob to select ‘‘SET,’’
then press the knob. The display
will return to the menu item
display.
Press either the RETURN or
SETUPbuttontogobacktothe
normal display. The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors f rom the outside with the key,
driver’s lock tab, master door lock
switch, or remote transmitter
(keyless access remote on models
with keyless access system). The
security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself .
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On models with keyless access system
Setting the Clock, Security System
Security System
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the remote
transmitter/keyless access remote
without triggering the alarm. The
alarm will sound if the trunk is
opened with the trunk release button
on the driver’s door, the trunk
release handle behind the trunk
pass-through cover, or the
emergency trunk opener.
Use the remote transmitter/
keyless access remote to quickly
check that the hood, the trunk, and
all doors are closed. Push the lock
button twice within 5 seconds. There
should be an audible conf irmation
beep. The security system will not set if
the hood, trunk, or any door is not
f ully closed. If the system will not set,
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position, and check the
indicators on the multi-information
display. Close any door or the trunk
indicated on the display. Check the
hood visually since it is not part of
the display, and shut it if necessary.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.
Models equipped with the
keyless access system have an
engine start/stop button instead
of an ignition switch. ON Mode
is the equivalent of ON (II). For
more inf ormation, see pagesand .
Once the security system is set,
opening any door (without using the
key or the remote transmitter/
keyless access remote), the hood, or
the trunk will cause the alarm to
activate. It will also activate if the
audio unit is removed f rom the
dashboard or the wiring is cut.
You can also set the security system
by pressing the lock button on either
f ront door handle while carrying the
keyless access remote.
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Security System
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Turn the selector knob to select
‘‘CALIBRATION.’’Press the selector knob (ENTER)
to enter your selection. The
display shows you ‘‘PUSH CAL
START.’’
While setting the compass,
pressing the RETURN button will
go back to the previous display.
Pressing the SETUP button will
cancel the compass setting mode.When the calibration is successf ully
completed, the CAL indicator goes
of f and the compass display will stop
blinking and show an actual heading.
The audio system is not related to
the compass system. Even if the
compasssystemiscalibrating,the
display returns to the normal display
which you last selected.Press the selector knob (ENTER).
The compass display is blinking
and the CAL indicator is shown.
Drive the vehicle slowly in two
complete circles.
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6.
Compass
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The audio system is not related to
the compass system. Even if the
compasssystemisinthezone
setting mode, the display returns to
the normal display which you last
selected.
Compass
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Zone Map
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CONT INUED
Press and release the HFL Talk
button each time you want to
make a command. Af ter the beep,
speak in a clear, natural tone.
Try to reduce all background
noise. If the microphone picks up
voices other than yours,
commands may be misinterpreted.
Many commands can be spoken
together. For example, you can
say ‘‘Call 123-456- ’’ or
‘‘Dial Peter.’’
To change the volume level of
HFL, use the audio system volume
knob or the steering wheel volume
controls.To hear general HFL inf ormation,
including help on pairing a phone
or setting up the system, say
‘‘Tutorial.’’
For help at any time, including a
list of available commands, say
‘‘Hands f ree help.’’
As an incoming call notif ication, you
will see the f ollowing display:
Some phones may send battery,
signal strength, and roaming status
inf ormation to HFL.Help Features
Inf ormation Display
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink(Models without navigation system)
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SIGNAL
STRENGTHHFL
MODEBATTERY
LEVEL STATUS
ROAM STATUS PHONE NUMBER
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You will see ‘‘HANDS FREE LINK’’
and the ‘‘ ’’ indicator on the
audio display when you operate HFL.
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink(Models without navigation system)
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SIGNAL STRENGTHBLUETOOTH INDICATOR ROAM
STATUS
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You can make calls using any phone
number or a name in the HFL
phonebook. You can also redial the
last number called.Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ .’’
Follow the HFL prompts and say
the phone number you want to dial.
Follow the HFL prompts to
conf irm the number and say
‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ .’’
Once connected, you will hear the
person you called through the audio
speakers. Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Follow the HFL prompts to
conf irm the name and make the
call. Follow the HFL prompts and say
thenamestoredintheHFL
phonebook that you want to call. Say ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ .’’
Bluetooth is the wireless technology
that links your phone to HFL. HFL
uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which
means the maximum range between
yourphoneandvehicleis30feet(10
meters).
During a call, HFL allows you to talk
up to 30 minutes af ter you remove
the key from the ignition switch.
However, this may weaken the
vehicle’s battery. Press and release the HFL Talk
button and say ‘‘ .’’
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Making a Call
Call Dial
Call Dial Call Dial
Redial
T o make a call using a phonenumber: Tomakeacallusinganameinthe
HFL phonebook:
To redial the last number called byHFL :
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink(Models without navigation system)
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