2019 Acura RDX Owner's Manual

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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. Press the button.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e 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 th e side windows.
If you press the button during Auto Idle Stop, the
engine restarts automatically.
1 To 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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You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver’s side and the passenger’s
side in synchronization mode.
1.Press the SYNC button.
u The SYNC indicator will come on.
u The system switches to synchronization mode.
2. Adjust the temperature using the driver ’s side temperature control buttons.
Press the SYNC button or adjust the interior temp erature using the passenger’s side
temperature control buttons to return to dual mode.
■Synchronization Mode1Synchronization Mode
When the system is in dua l mode, the driver’s side
temperature and the passe nger’s side temperature
can be set separately.
Driver’s Side Temperature
Control Buttons Passenger’s Side Temperature
Control Buttons
SYNC
Button
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You can set the rear passenger compartment
temperature different than the driver’s, using
the rear temperature control dial.
■Rear Temperature Control Dial*1 Rear 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
* Not available on all models
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uuClimate Control System uAutomatic Climate Control Sensors
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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 ................ 238
USB Ports ......................................... 239
Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 241
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 242
Audio Remote Controls .................... 243
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 245
True Touchpad Operation ................ 246
Audio/Information Screen ................ 249
System Updates ............................... 263
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 269
Display Setup ................................... 270 Voice Control Operation .................. 271
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 274
Playing SiriusXM
® Radio ................... 278
Playing an iPod ................................ 291
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 294
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 297
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 300
Siri ® Eyes Free .................................. 302
Apple CarPlay
TM............................... 303
Audio Error Messages ...................... 307
General Information on the Audio System ............................................. 310 Customized Features
........................ 332
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ... 355
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® ............. 358
AcuraLink® ........................................ 387
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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System
The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio service. It can also play
USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone, iPad and Bluetooth® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the true touchpad, buttons and knobs on
the panel, or the remote controls on the steering wheel.1 About Your Audio System
iPod, iPad, iPhone and iT unes are trademarks of
Apple Inc.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
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. 310
SiriusXM ® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Ha waii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM ® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.
After you turn the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) with the driver’s door closed, you can use the
audio system for up to 30 minutes per driving cycle.
However, whether you can continue using the audio
system depends on the batter y condition. Repeatedly
using this feature ma y drain the battery.
The audio system turns off when you open the
driver’s door.
Remote Controls iPod
USB Flash Drive
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USB Ports
Install the device USB connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.
■In the consol e compartment
The USB port (2.5A) is for charging devices,
playing audio files and connecting compatible
phones with Apple CarPlay.
1 USB Ports
•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 backing up yo ur data 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 manufac turer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.
The USB port can supply up to 2.5A of power. It does
not output 2.5A unless the device requests.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that ne eds to be charged.
Set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON first.
Under certain condi tions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening
to.
USB charge
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