2012 ACURA RL bluetooth

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped. 1:
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4:Canadian models only
Ref er to the navigation system manual.
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING
SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH(P.140, 142)(P.35)
HEATED MIRROR
BUTTON
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL (ACC)
BUTTONS
(P.71) INSTRUMENT
PANEL BRIGHTNESS PADDLE SHIFTERS
(P.137) WINDSHIELD
WIPER/WASHER
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTSHORN (P.145)
(P.148)(P.316)/ (P.162) (P.147)/ (P.146)
(P.161)(P.319, 324) (P.407)
(P.423)
(P.436)
HEADLIGHT WASHER
BUTTON
(P.138)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P.304) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.278)DISTANCE BUTTON
(P.328, 333)(P.182)/ PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
FRONT SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES
FRONT SEAT HEATER
AND SEAT
VENTILATION
BUTTONS(P.183) MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.146)
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTS
(P.354) COLLISION MITIGATION
BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS)
OFF BUTTON
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This monitor shows how much
torque is being delivered to each
wheel. For more inf ormation, see
page .Whenthetirepressuremonitoris
shown on the multi-inf ormation
display, press the SEL/RESET
button. The display changes as
shown.
You can see the pressure of each tire
in this monitor. If one or more tires
are low, inflate them to the correct
pressure. For more inf ormation, see
page .You can receive or make phone calls
f rom your cell phone through your
vehicle’s
HandsFreeLink
(HFL) system without touching your
cell phone. 412
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Multi-Inf ormation Display
SH-AWD T orque Distribution
MonitorTire Pressure MonitorHandsFreeL inkBluet oot h
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On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual.
If equipped. Canadian models only 1:
2:
3:
4:
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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MIRROR CONTROLS VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH PADDLE SHIFTERS
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING
SYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH (P.140, 142)(P.137)
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
FRONT SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES (P.145)(P.146)
DISTANCE BUTTON
(P.161) (P.407)
(P.436)
HEADLIGHT WASHER
BUTTON(P.138)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS(P.182)/ HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTSINSTRUMENT
PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.146)WINDSHIELD
WIPER/WASHERHAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.162)
ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL (ACC)
BUTTONS
FRONT SEAT HEATER AND
SEAT VENTILATION
BUTTONS
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTS(P.148)BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS(P.354)VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS(P.328, 333) (P.278)
(P.304)HORN
(P.183) MULTI INFORMATION
DISPLAY BUTTONS(P.71) (P.319, 324) PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR(P.35)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.147)/
HEATED MIRROR
BUTTON
(P.316)/ COLLISION MITIGATION
BRAKING SYSTEM (CMBS)
OFF BUTTON(P.423)
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The climate control system in your
vehicle provides a comfortable
driving environment in all weather
conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them.
Theclimatecontrolsystemandthe
audio system have a voice control
feature.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
The security system helps to
discourage vandalism and thef t of
your vehicle................ Climate Control System . 204
.............. Climate Control Sensors . 212
................................ Audio System . 213
...... Playing the AM/FM Radio . 214
.... AM/FM Radio Frequencies . 224
........ AM/FM Radio Reception . 224
................. Adjusting the Sound . 226
............ Playing the XM
Radio . 229
............................. Playing Discs . 236
....................... PlayinganiPod
. 247
Playing a USB Flash Memory
.................................... Device . 256
......... Playing
Audio . 265
... Disc Changer Error Messages . 271
................. iPod
Error Messages . 272
USB Flash Memory Device
........................ Error Messages . 273
.................. Protecting Your Discs . 274
...................... Auxiliary Input Jack . 277
................ Remote Audio Controls . 278
................. Radio Thef t Protection . 280
........................... Compass System . 281
................ Voice Control Basics . 304
...................... Setting the Clock . 313
............................ Security System . 315
............................... Cruise Control . 316.. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . 319
HomeLink
Universal
................................ Transceiver . 334
.................................... AcuraLink
. 337
........
HandsFreeLink. 354
................ Backup Sensor System . 377
... Rearview Camera and Monitor . 380
BluetoothBluetooth
Features
Features
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highlighted and press ENTER again.
You can also select another list from
theiPodmenuwhilekeepingthe
random f unction.
Available operating f unctions vary
on models or versions. Some
f unctions may not be available on
the vehicle’s audio system.To play the radio, press the AM/FM
or XM button. Press the DISC/AUX
button to switch to the disc mode (if
a disc is loaded). Press the DISC/
AUX button to switch the audio
mode between the
audio
and iPod.
To play the radio, press the AM or
FM button. Press the DISC/AUX
button to switch to the disc mode (if
a disc is loaded). Press the DISC/
AUX button to switch the audio
mode between the
audio
and iPod.
You can also press the MODE
buttononthesteeringwheelto
change modes.When you disconnect the iPod while
it is playing, the upper display and
the audio screen (if selected) show
NO DATA.The displayed message may
vary on models or versions. On
some models, there is no
message to disconnect. YoucandisconnecttheiPodatany
time when you see the ‘‘OK to
disconnect’’ message in the iPod
display. Always make sure you see
the ‘‘OK to disconnect’’ message in
the iPod display bef ore you
disconnect it. Make sure to f ollow
the iPod’s instructions on how to
disconnect the dock connector f rom
the USB adapter cable.
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth Hawaiian models All models except Hawaiian
Audio System
T o Stop Playing Your iPodDisconnect ing an iPod
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You can disconnect the USB f lash
memory device at any time even if
the USB mode is selected on the
audio system. Make sure to f ollow
the USB f lash memory device’s
instructions when you remove it.
When you disconnect the USB f lash
memory device while it is playing,
the upper display and the audio
screen (if selected) show NO DATA.If you see an error message in the
upper display, see page . To play the radio, press the AM/FM
or XM button. Press the DISC/AUX
button to switch to the disc mode (if
a disc is loaded). Press the DISC/
AUX button to switch the audio
mode between the USB mode and
audio.
To play the radio, press the AM or
FM button. Press the DISC/AUX
button to switch to the disc mode (if
a disc is loaded). Press the DISC/
AUX button to switch the audio
mode between the USB mode and
audio.
You can also press the MODE
buttononthesteeringwheelto
change modes.273
Bluetooth
Bluetooth All models except Hawaiian
Hawaiian models
Audio System
To Stop Playing a USB Flash
Memory DeviceUSB Flash Memory Device Error
MessagesDisconnect ing a USB Flash Memory
Device
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and linked to HFL. Your vehicle is equipped with a
Audio system, which
allows you to listen to streaming
audio f rom your
Audio
compatible phone. This f unction is
only available on phones that are
paired and linked to the vehicle’s
HandsFreeLink(HFL)
system (see page ).
If an iPod, USB flash memory
device or audio unit connected
to the auxiliary input jack was
selected as the last mode, you
will see iPod, USB or AUX in the
upper display and the audio
control display on the navigation
screen (if selected). Push the
DISC/AUX button again to play
audio f iles f rom your
Audio phone. Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones
with streaming audio capabilities are
compatible with the system. You can
f ind an approved phone by visiting
,orby
calling the HandsFreeLink
consumer support at 1-888-528-7876.
In Canada, contact customer support
at 1-888-528-7876 or visit
.To begin to play the audio f iles, you
may need to operate your phone.
Follow the phone maker’s operating
instructions.
Press the DISC/AUX button with
the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
When the phone is recognized, you
will see the
Audiomessage on the upper display and
the audio control display on the
navigation screen (if selected), and
the system begins to play.
If more than one phone is paired to
the HFL system, there will be a
delaybeforethesystembeginsto
play. Onceadeviceislinked,thenameof
the device will appear on the screen.
Pressing the DISP button switches
the upper display between the
Audio and the device
name.
In some states it may be
illegal to perf orm some data device
f unctions while driving.: 360
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Bluetooth
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handsf reelink.ca
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Audio System
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In the following conditions, the
display shows ‘‘NO CONNECT’’
message af ter pressing the preset 1
button.
The phone is not linked to HFL.You can select the AUX mode by
using the navigation system voice
control buttons, but cannot operate
theplaymodefunctions.
Press the side of the SKIP bar
to skip f orward to the next f ile, and
press the side to skip backward
to the beginning of the current f ile.
Push the side again to skip to
the previous f ile. The phone is not turned on.
The phone is not in the vehicle.
Your phone is not set to play audio
f iles.
If your
Audio compatible
phone does not operate as described,
make sure it is an Acura approved
phone. To f ind out if your phone is
approved, go to
(in Canada,
), or call the HandsFreeLink
consumer support at 1-888-528-7876.The skip f unction may not be
available on some phone devices.You can also operate the skip
f unction with the interf ace dial on
the audio control display. Push the
AUDIO button. Each time you push
the selector to the right, the system
skips forward to the beginning of the
next f ile. Push it to the lef t to skip
backward to the beginning to the
current f ile. Push the selector to the
leftagaintoskiptothepreviousfile.
To skip a f ile
Bluetooth
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Audio System
Voice Cont rol Syst em
Features
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