2015 Acura RLX Owner's Manual

uuClimate Control System uUsing Automatic Climate Control
184Controls
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
Press the button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■To rapidly defrost the windows
1.Press the button.
2. Select the recirculation mode.
2 Switching between the recirculation
and fresh air modes P. 182
■
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.

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uuClimate Control System uUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
You can set the rear passenger compartment
temperature different than the driver’s, using
the rear temperature control dial.
■
Rear Temperature Control Dial
1Rear Temperature Control Dial
The rear temperature can be adjusted when the
climate control system is on.
Dial up to raise
the temperature.
Dial down to lower
the temperature.
Rear
Temperature
Control Dial
Position of driver’s
temperature

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uuClimate Control System uAutomatic Climate Control Sensors
Controls
Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.
Sensor
Sensor

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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 188
USB Port .......................................... 189
Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 190
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 191
Audio Remote Controls .................... 192
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 193
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM....... 194
Audio/Information Screen ................ 202
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 206
Display Setup ................................... 207
Voice Control Operation .................. 208
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 216 Playing SiriusXM
® Radio ................... 221
Playing a CD .................................... 224
Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio .... 227Playing an iPod ................................ 237
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) ...................... 241
Playing Internet Radio ...................... 245
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 248
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 251
Audio Error Messages CD Player ......................................... 253
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ............ 254
iPod/USB Flash Drive ........................ 255
Pandora ®......................................... 256
Aha
TM Radio ..................................... 258
General Information on the Audio SystemSiriusXM ® Radio Service ................... 259
Recommended CDs ......................... 260Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives ................................................262Customized Features
............................263
Defaulting All the Settings........................ 282
Deleting all HDD Data .............................. 283HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver
.......284
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Using HFL ........................................ 286
HFL Menus ...................................... 288AcuraLink
®*...........................................326
* Not available on all models

188Features
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio SystemSee the Navigation System Manual for information on the navigation system.
The audio system features AM/FM radio and the SiriusXM® Radio service. It can also
play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, Hard Disc Drive (HDD) audio, USB flash drives,
and iPod, iPhone and Bluetooth® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, the
icons on th e touchscreen interface.
1About Your Audio System
SiriusXM ® Radio is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM ® Radio,
contact a dealer.
2 General Information on the Audio System
P. 259
SiriusXM ® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM ® is a registered trademark of Sirius XM
Radio, Inc.
Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not
supported.
iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
When the screen is viewed through polarized
sunglasses, a rainbow pattern may appear on the
screen due to optical character istics of the screen. If
this is disturbing, please operate the screen without
polarized sunglasses.
Models with navigation systemRemote Controls iPod

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uuAudio System uUSB Port
Features
USB Port
Install the iPod dock connector or the USB
flash drive to the USB port.
1USB Port•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.•We recommend using an extension cable with the
USB port.•Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.•We recommend your data backed up before using
the device in your vehicle.•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.

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uuAudio System uAuxiliary Input Jack
Features
Auxiliary Input Jack
Use the jack to connect standard audio
devices.
1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the
input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.
u The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
1Auxiliary Input Jack
You can return to the AUX mode by selecting
Change Source on the Audio menu screen or
Audio Source on the On Demand Multi-Use
Display
TM.

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uuAudio System uAudio System Theft Protection
Features
Audio System Theft ProtectionThe audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display Enter code. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.■Reactivating the audio system
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reactivated when the audio control unit establishes a
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.