2014 Acura MDX Navigation Manual

256AcuraLink®
AcuraLink®Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of impo rtant messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.
For information on traffic re routing and traffic information updates, provided by the
AcuraLink server.In Case of Emergency
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if
the unit detects that the vehicle is
severely impacted, your vehicle
automatically will attempt to connect
to the AcuraLink operator. Once
connected, information about your
vehicle, its positioning, and its
condition will be sent to the operator;
you also can speak to the operator
when connected.
■ Automatic collision notification
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AcuraLink also provides services you can operate
from the Internet or your smartphone.
To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an
Acura dealer or visit owners.acura.com.1In Case of Emergency
Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the
operator if the battery level is low, the line is
disconnected or you do not have adequate
cellular coverage.
You cannot use emergency services when:•You travel outside the AcuraLink service
coverage areas.•There is a problem with the connecting
devices, such as the ASSIST button,
microphone, speakers, or the unit itself.•You are not subscribed to the service or your
subscription is no longer valid.
You cannot operate othe r navigation- or phone-
related functions using the screens while talking
to the operator.
Only the operator can te rminate the connection
to your vehicle.
1 Automatic collis ion notification
If the unit fails to conne ct to the operator, it
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.
Navigation screenOn Demand Multi-Use Display
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AcuraLink®
In Case of Emergency
AcuraLink®
If you need to talk to the AcuraLink
operator in an emergency situation,
you can manually connect to them by
pressing the ASSIST button with the
power mode in ACCESSORY or ON.
1.Open the cover attached to the
ceiling console.
2. Press the ASSIST button.
You are connected to the
AcuraLink operator.
■Manual operator connection
1 Manual operator connection
Do not press the button while driving. When you
need to contact the operator, park the vehicle in
a safe place.
If the unit fails to conne ct to the operator, it
automatically cancels the action after three
minutes.
In an emergency, the cover can be broken
through to press the ASSIST button.
ASSIST
Button

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AcuraLink®
Security Features
AcuraLink®
Security FeaturesYour subscribed telematics service provider can track your vehicle’s location, remotely
lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.
To use these features, you need your user ID and personal identification number (PIN).
■ Stolen vehi cle tracking
This feature searches and tracks down your ve hicle position even if it is on the move.
If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the pol ice as well as the
provider.
■ Remote door lock/unlock
The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request.
■ Vehicle finder
This feature is convenient to use when try ing to locate your vehicle in large areas,
such as a crowded parking lot. If you ca nnot locate your vehicle after using the
remote transmitter’s answerback function , you can contact the provider which can
then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn.
■ Security ala rm notification
If the security system in your vehicle dete cts an abnormal condition, such as someone
tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by your preferred
method.
1 Security Features
The contact information of your provider, your
user ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe
to AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above,
contact a dealer or go to owners.acura.com.
You can also activate the remote door lock/
unlock and vehicle finder features from the
Internet or using your smartphone app. Ask a
dealer or visit owners.acura.com for details.1Vehicle finder
The lights will stop fl ashing and horn will stop
sounding under the following conditions:•When 30 seconds have elapsed.•You unlock the doors using the remote
transmitter.•You unlock the doors us ing the keyless access
system.•You unlock the doors using the built-in key.•The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.

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AcuraLink®
Operator Assistance
AcuraLink®
Operator AssistanceConnect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside
assistance. 1.Press the LINK button.

Connection to the operator
begins.
2. Talk to the operator.

To disconnect, press the selector
knob, select End Call on the On
Demand Multi-Use Display
TM, or
press the Hang-up button.
1 Operator Assistance
Remain attentive to road conditions and driving
during operator assistance.
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AcuraLink®
AcuraLink Message
AcuraLink®
AcuraLink Message
AcuraLink sends you messages on
vehicle features, safety and emissions
recall campaigns, maintenance
reminders, and diagnostic
information.
When you receive a new message, an
icon appears on the upper right corner
of the navigation screen.
There are six message categories.
• Feature Guide : Messages about your vehicle and its features are sent daily for the
first 90 days.
• Quick Tips : Supplements your Owner’s Manual with updated vehicle information.
• Diagnostic Info : Appears when a warning indicator or message comes on.
Rotate i to select Check Later or Check Now .
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.
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• Maintenance Minder : Lets you know which maintenance item is due along with
a reminder message.
• Recalls/Campaigns : Reminds you of a recall or important safety information. You
should also be notified by mail.
1 AcuraLink Message
Messages may not appear immediately after your
vehicle purchase. It can take several days for your
dealer to register your vehicle’s ID.
If an icon includes an exclamation point, it
indicates that Acura give s high priority to this
message compared to the one without.•
: An unread message with high priority
•
: An unread message
Message Icon■Message category
1 Message category
The types of messages you receive can be
modified. Ask a dealer or visit owners.acura.com.
You can call your dealer, find the nearest dealer,
or schedule appointment s from the message
options in Maintenance Minder, Recalls/
Campaigns , and Diagnostic Info .
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AcuraLink Message
AcuraLink®
1.Press the INFO button, rotate i to
select AcuraLink/Messages , then
press u.
If your display has changed from
Info menu to Current Drive ,
press the MENU button.

Select AcuraLink messages .
2. Rotate i to select a category,
then press u.

If there are unread messages in a
category, a message icon
appears next to that category.
3. Rotate i to select a message you
want to read, then press u.
While a message is displayed, you can
use options to take immediate action
to the message.
Available options are:
• Voice : Reads the message aloud. Select Stop to cancel it.
■
Reading a message
1Reading a message
If there is no message listed on the menu,
AcuraLink/Messages is grayed out and cannot
be selected.
The message icon disappears once you read the
message.
However, the exclamation mark that indicates
that the message has a high priority remains.•
: A read message with high priority.
■ Message Options
1 Message Options
The available options va ry by message category.
You can delete all mess ages in a category at
once.
Voice is available only when the Message Auto
Reading setting is in ON, and the language
selected is English.
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AcuraLink®
AcuraLink Message
AcuraLink®
•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.
• Diagnostic Info : Updates the current diagnostic message by connecting to the
Acura server using HFL.
You can confirm the scheduled appointment date when you receive a Maintenance
Minder or Recalls/Campaigns message, or reschedule any existing appointments.
1.Select a Maintenance Minder ,
Recalls/Campaigns , or Scheduled
Dealer Appointment message.
2. Rotate i to select Scheduled
Dealer Appointment or
Reschedule Appointment
(depending on the screen). Press
u .

A suggested time and date are
displayed.
3. Rotate i to select Confirm
Appointment . Press u to accept
the time and date.
4. Press u to select OK.
■Dealer Appointments
1 Dealer Appointments
To set up an automated dealer appointment
when a regular maintena nce is due, visit the
Acura Owners website at owners.acura.com and
set the required option. A reminder message will
be sent as the date for the dealer appointment
approaches. A reminder me ssage will also be
sent if you schedule an appointment online using
the Schedule Service Appointment function.
If you are not satisfied with the proposed
appointment date and ti me, call your dealer
directly.
To cancel the scheduled appointment, select
Cancel Appointment when a message is
displayed.

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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
Auxiliary Console Panel .........................264
HDMI Input Jack (Ultrawide RES only) ....265
Rear Control Panel Operation ...............267
Selecting the Audio Source ...................267
Rear DVD Menu ....................................268
Screen and Surround Settings ...............271
DVD Initial Settings (RES only) ...............274
Dual Screen Mode (U ltrawide RES only) .275
Replacing the Batteries ..........................277
Front Control Panel Operation .............278
Selecting the Audio Source using front control panel .......................................278
Rear System Setup ................................279 Setting the DVD Menu ......................... 280
Wireless Headphones ........................... 282
Using the Wireless Headphones ........... 282
Changing the Sound Sour ce (Ultrawide RES
only)................................................... 283
Replacing the Batteries ......................... 284