2011 Acura RDX audio

Your vehicle's audio system will
disable itself if it is disconnected
from electrical power for any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specific five-digit code with
the preset bars or buttons
(depending on models). Because
there are hundreds of number
combinations possible from the five
digits, making the system work
without knowing the exact code is
nearly impossible.
You should have received a card that
lists your audio system code number
and serial number. It is best to store
this card in a safe 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 from your dealer.
To do this, you will need the audio
system's serial number.NOTE:
If you have a My Acura account, you
can retrieve the anti-theft code
online.
If your vehicle's battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system will disable itself. If this
happens, you will see
‘‘
’’on
the center or upper display
(depending on models) the next time
you turn on the system. Use the
preset bars or buttons (depending on
models) to enter the five-digit code.
The code is located on the radio code
card included in your owner's
manual kit. When it is entered
correctly, the radio will start playing. If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
five-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 before trying again.
The system will retain your AM and
FM presets even if power is
disconnected.
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The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables from
theft. The horn sounds and a
combination of headlights, parking
lights, side marker lights, and
taillights flashes if someone attempts
to break into your vehicle or remove
the radio. This alarm continues for 2
minutes, then the system resets. To
reset an alarming system before the
2 minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver's door with the key or the
remote transmitter.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and the tailgate. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors and the tailgate from the
outside with the key, driver's lock
tab, door lock master switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system indicator on the instrument
panel starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself.
Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the tailgate, or the
hood without using the key or the
remote transmitter, will cause the
alarm to activate. It will also activate
if the audio unit is removed from the
dashboard or the wiring is cut.The alarm will also be activated if a
passenger inside the locked vehicle
turns the ignition switch on.
The security system will not set if the
hood, tailgate, or any door is not fully
closed. Before you leave the vehicle,
make sure the doors, tailgate, and
hood are securely closed.
NOTE:
To see if the system is set
after you exit the vehicle, press the
LOCK button on the remote
transmitter within 5 seconds. If the
system is set, a beep will sound.
Do not attempt to alter this system or
add other devices to it.
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink
®(HFL)
allows you to place and receive
phone calls using voice commands,
without handling your cell phone.
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-
compatible cell phone. For a list of
compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature
capabilities:
In the U.S., visit
www.acura.com/
handsfreelink,or call (888) 528-7876.
In Canada, visitwww.acura.ca,
or call
(888) 9-ACURA-9. Using HFL
HFL buttonsHFL Talk button
－Press and
release to give a command or answer
a call.
HFL Back button －Press and
release to end a call, go back to the
previous command, or cancel the
command.
Below the HFL buttons is another set
of voice control buttons for the
navigation, climate control, and audio
systems. To use the voice control
system, refer to the navigation
system manual.
On models without navigation system HFL TALK
BUTTON
HFL BACK
BUTTON
On models with navigation system HFL BACK
BUTTON
HFL TALK
BUTTON
VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink
®
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Voice Control Tips●Air or wind noise from the
dashboard and side vents and all
windows may interfere with the
microphone. Adjust or close them
as necessary.
●Press and release the HFL Talk
button each time you want to make
a command. After 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 123-456-7890 ’’or ‘‘Dial Peter. ’’●When HFL is in use, navigation
voice commands cannot be
recognized.●To change the volume level of
HFL, use the audio system volume
knob or the steering wheel volume
controls.
MICROPHONE
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®HandsFreeLink
®
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A notification that there is an
incoming call, or HFL is in use, will
appear on the navigation screen
when the audio system is on.
When there is an incoming call, or
HFL is in use,‘‘HANDSFREELINK ’’
will appear on the audio display.
The
Bluetooth
®indicator
will also
appear on the audio display when a
phone is linked.
BLUETOOTH INDICATOR
On models with navigation system
BLUETOOTH INDICATOR
On models without navigation system
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®HandsFreeLink
®
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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.
To make a call using a name in theHFL phonebook:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Call ’’or ‘‘Dial .’’
2. Follow the HFL prompts and say the name stored in the HFL
phonebook that you want to call.
3. Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the name and make the
call.
To make a call using a phonenumber:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Call ’’or ‘‘Dial .’’
2. Follow the HFL prompts and say the phone number you want to
dial.
3. Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the number and say ‘‘Call ’’
or ‘‘Dial .’’
Once connected, you will hear the
person you called through the audio
speakers.
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink
®
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Receiving a Call
When you receive a call, an incoming
call notification (if activated) will play
and interrupt the audio system if it is
on.
Press the HFL Talk button to answer
the call, or the HFL Back button to
hang up.Call WaitingIf your phone has Call Waiting, press
and release the HFL Talk button to
put the original call on hold and
answer the incoming call.
To return to the original call, press
the HFL Talk button again. If you
don't want to answer the incoming
call, disregard it and continue with
your original call. If you want to hang
up the original call and answer the
new call, press the HFL Back button.Transferring a Call
You can transfer a call from HFL to
your phone, or from your phone to
HFL.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button and say
‘‘Transfer .’’ Muting a Call
You can mute your voice to the
person you are talking to during a
call.
To mute your voice during a call,
press and release the HFL Talk
button and say
‘‘Mute. ’’
To unmute your voice, press and
release the HFL Talk button and say
‘‘ Mute ’’again.Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink
®
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Change LanguageCanadian models onlyTo change the system languagebetween English and French:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say ‘‘Change language .’’
2. Follow the HFL prompts to change the language to English or French.
If you have not named your paired
phone in the language you just
selected, HFL will ask you to name it
in the current language.
When French is your currently
selected language, you can give voice
commands in French.
Bluetooth
®Wireless Technology
The
Bluetooth
®name and logos are
registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
HFL Limitations
An incoming call on HFL will
interrupt
Bluetooth
®Audio when it is
playing. Audio will resume when the
call is ended.
U.S. models onlyIn addition, you cannot use HFL
while using AcuraLink.
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any
interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user'sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink
®
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