2011 Acura MDX battery

Replacing BatteriesEach headphone uses one AAA
battery. The battery is under the
cover on the left earpiece. To remove
the cover, insert a coin in the slot and
twist it slightly to pry the cover away
from the earpiece. Pull the cover
outward, and pivot it out of the way.
Remove the battery. Install the new
battery in the earpiece as shown in
the diagram next to the battery slot.
Slide the cover back into place on the
earpiece, then press down on the
back edge to lock it in place.Auxiliary Input Jacks
Auxiliary input jacks and headphone
connectors for the rear
entertainment system are on the
back of the center console
compartment.
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BATTERY
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To change the volume level of
HFL, use the audio system volume
knob or the steering wheel volume
controls.
Help Features●
To hear general HFL information,
including help on pairing a phone
or setting up the system, say
‘‘Tutorial. ’’
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For help at any time, including a
list of available commands, say
‘‘Hands free help.’’
Information DisplayAs an incoming call notification, you
will see the following display:SIGNAL
STRENGTH HFL
MODEBATTERY
LEVEL STATUS
PHONE DIALING
ROAM STATUS
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Some phones may send battery,
signal strength, and roaming status
information to HFL.
You will see‘‘HANDSFREELINK ’’
and the ‘‘
’’indicator on the audio
display when you operate HFL.
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To use HFL, you need to pair your
Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to
the system.
Phone Setup
This command group is available for
paired cell phones.Phone pairing tips●
You cannot pair your phone while
the vehicle is moving.
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Your phone must be in discovery
or search mode to pair. Refer to
your phone's manual.
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Up to six phones can be paired.
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Your phone's battery may drain
faster when it is paired to HFL.
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If after three minutes your phone
is not ready to pair or a phone is
not found, the system will time out
and return to idle.
To pair a cell phone:1. Press and release the HFL Talkbutton. If you are pairing a phone
for the first time, HFL will give you
information about the pairing
process. If it is not the first phone
you are pairing, say ‘‘Phone
setup ’’and say ‘‘Pair .’’
2. Follow the HFL prompts and put your phone in discovery or search
mode. HFL will give you a 4-digit
pairing code and begin searching
for your phone.
3. When your phone finds a Bluetooth device, select HFL from
the options and enter the 4-digit
code from the previous step.
4. Follow the HFL prompts and name the newly paired phone.
To rename a paired phone:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Phone setup .’’
2. Say ‘‘Edit’’ after the prompts.
3. If there is more than one phone paired to the system, HFL will ask
you which phone's name you want
to change. Follow the HFL
prompts and rename the phone.
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To change from the currently linkedphone to another paired phone:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Phone setup .’’
2. Say ‘‘Next phone ’’after the
prompts.
3. HFL disconnects the linked phone and searches for another paired
phone.
4. Once another phone is found, it is linked to the system. HFL will
inform you which phone is now
linked.
If no other phones are found or
paired, HFL will inform you that the
original phone is linked again.
To change the pairing code setting:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Phone setup .’’
2. Say ‘‘Set pairing code ’’after the
prompts.
3. If you want HFL to create a random code each time you pair a
phone, say ‘‘Random .’’ If you want
to choose your own 4-digit code to
be used each time, say ‘‘Fixed ’’
and follow the HFL prompts. Making a Call
You can make calls using a name in
the HFL phonebook or any phone
number. You can also redial the last
number called.
HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which
means the maximum range between
your phone and vehicle is 30 feet (10
meters).
During a call, HFL allows you to talk
up to 30 minutes after you remove
the key from the ignition switch.
However, this may weaken the
vehicle's battery.
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DisplaysWhen you receive an incoming call,
you will see the following displays
and notifications.
On the audio screen:You will see‘‘HANDSFREELINK ’’on
the audio display while HFL is in use. On the navigation screen:
On the Cellular Phone screen:Some phones may send battery,
signal strength, and roaming status
information to the screen.
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Setup Bluetooth PhoneTo pair a cell phone:1. Select‘‘Setup Bluetooth Phone ’’
from the Phone Setup screen.
2. Select ‘‘Pair Phone. ’’
3. HFL gives you a 4-digit pass-key that you will need to input on your
phone.
4. Put your cell phone in ‘‘Discovery ’’
or ‘‘Search ’’mode, and search for a
Bluetooth device.
5. When your phone prompts you, input the 4-digit pass-key.
6. You will receive a notification on the screen and your phone if
pairing is successful.
Phone pairing tips:●
You cannot pair your phone while
the vehicle is moving.
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Up to six phones can be paired.
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Your phone's battery may drain
faster when it is paired to HFL.
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Making a Call
You can make calls by inputting any
phone number, using the imported
phonebook, using the call history, or
with speed dial entries.During a call, HFL allows you to talk
up to 30 minutes after you remove
the key from the ignition switch.
However, this may weaken the
vehicle's battery.To make a call using a name in the
Phone Book:
1. Select
‘‘Phonebook’’ from the
Cellular Phone screen.
If a phonebook has not yet been
imported, the system will attempt to
import one first. 2. Select a name from the list. You
can also select ‘‘Search
Phonebook ’’and enter the first few
letters of the name.
3. Push ENTER to begin automatic dialing.
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