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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle’s audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the ph one menu screen, to dialing a
call or to answer an incoming call. Press a nd hold to redial the last number dialed in
the phone’s history.
(Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call, or to cancel a command.
(Talk) button: Press to give HFL voice commands.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the phone menu screen.
Interface dial (ENTER/MENU button): Rotate to select an item on the screen,
then press . Move , , or to select secondary menu.
■HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
Place your phone where y ou can get good reception.
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.com/Acura, or call 1-
888-528-7876.
•Canada: For more info rmation on smartphone
compatibility, call 1-855-490-7351.
To use HFL, the Bluetooth setting must be On. If
there is an active connecti on to Apple CarPlay, HFL is
unavailable. 2 Customized Features P. 310
Voice control tips:
•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the
windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphone.
•Press and release the but ton when you want to
call a number using a stored voice tag, a
phonebook name, or a numbe r. Speak clearly and
naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up vo ices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.
•To change the volume level, use the audio system’s
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
Models with two displays
Talk Button Volume up
Microphone
Hang-up/Back Button
Pick-up Button
Volume down
Interface
Dial PHONE
Button
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■To pair a cell phone (when there is no
phone paired to the system)
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Rotate to select Yes, then press .
3. Make sure your phone is search or
discoverable mode, then press .
u HFL automatically searches for a
Bluetooth device.
4. When your phone appears on the list, select
it by pressing .
u If your phone does not appear, you can
select Options... and Refresh to search
again.
u If your phone still does not appear, select
Options... to select Device Not Found?
and search for Bluetooth devices using
your phone. From your phone, select
HandsFreeLink .
5. HFL gives you a pairing code on the
information screen.
u Confirm if the pairing code on the screen
and your phone match.
This may vary by phone.
6. A notification appears on the screen if
pairing is successful.
■Phone Setup1Phone Setup
Your Bluetooth -compatible phone must be paired to
HFL before you can make and receive hands-free
calls.
Phone Pairing Tips:
•You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is
moving.
•Up to six phones can be paired.
•Your phone’s battery may dr ain faster when it is
connected to HFL.
•If your phone is not ready for pairing or not found
by the system within three minutes, the system will
time out and returns to idle.
Once you have paired a phone, you can see it
displayed on the screen with one or two icons on the
right side.
These icons indicate the following: : The phone can be used with HFL.
: The phone is compatible with Bluetooth ® Audio.
When pairing is completed, an Automatic Phone
Sync prompt appears. Select On if you want your call
history and phonebook au tomatically imported to
HFL. 2 Changing the Automatic Phone Sync
setting P. 387
If there is an active c onnection to Apple CarPlay,
pairing of additional Bluetooth -compatible devices is
unavailable.
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You can make calls by inputting any phone
number, or by using the imported
phonebook, call history, speed dial entries, or
redial.
■Making a Call1 Making a Call
Any voice-tagged speed di al entry, phonebook name,
or number can be dialed by voice from most screens.
Press the button and say “Call” and the voice tag
name, “Call by name” and the phonebook name, or
“Call” and the phone number.
The maximum range be tween your phone and
vehicles is 30 fe et (10 meters).
Once a call is connected, you can hear the voice of
the person you are call ing through the audio
speakers.
While there is an active connection with Apple
CarPlay, phone calls ca nnot be made with
HandsFreeLink ® and are only made from Apple
CarPlay.
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Index
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Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 235, 260
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 493
Accessories and Modifications ................. 551
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 169
AcuraLink .................................................. 410
AcuraWatch
TM..................................... 20, 446
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 76, 459
Additives Coolant ................................................... 521
Engine Oil ................................................ 516
Washer .................................................... 524
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 516
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 163
Front Seats .............................................. 154
Head Restraints........................................ 158
Mirrors .................................................... 152
Rear Seat ................................................. 162
Steering Wheel ........................................ 149
Temperature .............................................. 92
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 171
Changing the Mode ................................ 171
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 172
Maintenance ........................................... 544
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 171
Sensors .................................................... 174
Synchronization Mode ............................. 173
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 171 Air Pressure
....................................... 533, 597
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 42
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 49, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio .................................... 190, 221
Android Auto ........................................... 270
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 493
Indicator.................................................... 71
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 266
Armrest ..................................................... 163
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 181
Audio System ............................................ 176
Adjusting the Sound........................ 188, 216
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 177
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................ 204, 263
CD .................................................. 192, 235
Display Setup .................................. 189, 217
Error Messages ........................................ 275
General Information ................................ 286
HDD ........................................................ 238
iPhone............................................. 258, 289
iPod ................................................ 195, 251
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 201, 235, 260 Pandora
®...................................... 198, 258
Reactivating ............................................ 180
Recommended CDs ................................ 287
Recommended Devices ........................... 289
Security Code ......................................... 180
Siri Eyes Free ........................................... 265
SiriusXM ® Radio ...................................... 224
Song By VoiceTM (SBV) ............................. 254
Theft Protection ...................................... 180
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 178
USB Flash Drives...................... 201, 260, 289
USB Port ................................................. 179
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 184
Authorized Manuals ................................ 605
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 123
Customize ...................................... 101, 323
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 143
Automatic Lighting .................................. 140
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 177
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 92
Average Speed ........................................... 93
B
Battery...................................................... 541
Charging System Indicator ................ 70, 586
Jump Starting ......................................... 580
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 541
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 542
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 168
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