Acura RDX (2019 year). Manual - part 19

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Playing an iPod

Features

You can change the playback mode for a song.

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Shuffle/Repeat

Repeatedly select the shuffle or repeat icon 
until you find a play mode option of your 
preference. 

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How to Select a Play Mode

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How to Select a Play Mode

Play Mode Menu Items
Shuffle

Repeat

*1: A white bar is displayed under a play mode icon 
to indicate which play mode is active.

(shuffle off): Shuffle mode to off.

(shuffle all songs): Plays all available 
songs in a selected list (playlists, artists, 
albums, songs, genres, or composers) in 
random order.

(repeat off): Repeat mode to off.

(repeat song): Repeats the current song.

(repeat all): Repeats the all songs in 
current playlist.

*1

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Shuffle Icon

Repeat Icon

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

Features

Playing a USB Flash Drive

Your audio system reads and plays audio files on a USB flash drive in either format 
of MP3, WMA, AAC

*1

, etc.

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Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then select the USB mode.

2 USB Ports P. 239

*1:Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this unit.

Repeat Icon
Select to repeat the current 
file.

SOUND
Select to display the sound 
settings.

Music Library
Select to display the music 
search screen.

Skip/Seek Icons
Select 

 or 

 to change 

files.
Select and hold to move 
rapidly within a file.

Random Icon
Select to play all files in the 
current category in random 
order.

 VOL/AUDIO (Volume/

Power) Knob
Push to turn the audio system 
on and off. Turn to adjust the 
volume.

/

 (Seek/Skip) Buttons

Press 

 or 

 to change files.

Press and hold to move rapidly 
within a file.

Play/Pause Icon

Album Art

Current File Information
Select to display the play list 
screen.

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

Features

1. Select Music Library.
2. Select a search category (e.g., Artists, 

Albums, etc.).

3. Continue making selections until you find 

the file of your choice.

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How to Select a File from the Music Search List

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

Use the recommended USB flash drives.

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WMA files protected by digital rights management 
(DRM) cannot be played.
The audio system skips to the next file.

If there is a problem, you may see an error message 
on the audio/information screen.

2 iPod/USB Flash Drive P. 307

Select SEARCH or SEARCH LIST, then trace the 
letters and/or numbers of the song on the true 
touchpad A. When KEYBOARD is selected, the on-
screen keyboard appears.

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

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Features

You can select repeat and random modes when playing a file.

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Random/Repeat

Repeatedly select the shuffle or repeat icon 
until you find a play mode option of your 
preference.

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How to Select a Play Mode

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How to Select a Play Mode

Play Mode Menu Items
Random

Repeat

*1: A white bar is displayed under a play mode icon 
to indicate which play mode is active.

(random off): Random mode to off.

(random in folder): Plays all files in 
current playlist.

(repeat file): Repeats the current file.

(repeat folder): Repeats all files in the 
current folder.

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

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Features

Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Your audio system allows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth-compatible 
phone.
This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s 
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming 
audio capabilities are compatible with the system. For 
a list of compatible phones:

•

U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.com/Acura or call 1-
888-528-7876.

•

Canada: For more information on smartphone 
compatibility, call 1-888-528-7876.

It may be illegal to perform some data device 
functions while driving.

Repeat Icon
Select to repeat the current 
file.

Music Library
Select to display the music 
search screen.

Track Icons
Select  

or  

to 

change tracks.
Select and hold to move 
rapidly within a track.

Random Icon
Select to play all files in the 
current folder in random 
order.

 VOL/AUDIO (Volume/

Power) Knob
Push to turn the audio system 
on and off.
Turn to adjust the volume.

/

 (Seek/Skip) Buttons

Press 

 or 

 to change tracks.

Press and hold to move rapidly within a track.

Play/Pause Icon

MENU
Select to display the menu 
items.

Bluetooth® Indicator
Appears when your phone is 
connected to HFL.

Current Track Information
Select to display the play list 
screen.

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

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Features

1. Make sure that your phone is paired and 

connected to the system.

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2. Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.

If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-
compatible phone, which is not compatible 
for Bluetooth® Audio, may already be 
connected.

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To pause or resume a file

Select the play/pause icon.

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To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

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To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

Only one phone can be used with HFL at a time. 
When there are more than two paired phones in the 
vehicle, the first paired phone the system finds is 
automatically connected. 

Different devices can be connected respectively to 
Bluetooth® hands-free phone and Bluetooth® Audio 
functions.

If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system, 
there may be a delay before the system begins to play.

In some cases, the name of the artist, album, or track 
may not appear correctly.
Some functions may not be available on some devices.

If a phone is currently connected via Apple CarPlay, 
Bluetooth® Audio from that phone will be 
unavailable. However, you can have a second 
previously paired phone stream Bluetooth® Audio by 
selecting 

 from the Bluetooth® device list.

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To play the audio files, you may need to operate your 
phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s operating 
instructions.
Switching to another mode pauses the music playing 
from your phone.

You can change the connected phone by selecting 
MENU and Change Device.

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Features

1. Select Music Library.
2. Select a search category (e.g., Albums).
3. Select an item.

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The selection begins playing.

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Searching for Music

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Searching for Music

Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, 
some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

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Wi-Fi Connection

Features

Wi-Fi Connection

You can connect the audio system to the Internet using Wi-Fi on the audio/
information screen. If your phone has wireless hotspot capabilities, the system can 
be tethered to the phone. Use the following steps to setup.

1. Press the 

 (home) button.

2. Select Settings.
3. Select Connections.
4. Select Wi-Fi.
5. Select Change Mode.
6. Select Network.

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Select the access point you want to 
connect to the system.

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When you change the mode from 
Hotspot to Network, a pop-up 
appears, then select Confirm.

7. Select Connect.

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Enter a password for the access point.

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When the connection is successful, 
Connected is displayed on the list.

8. Press the 

 (home) button to go back to 

the home screen.

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Connecting to a Wi-Fi Hotspot

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Wi-Fi Connection

Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct a registered trademark of Wi-Fi 
Alliance®.

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Connecting to a Wi-Fi Hotspot

You cannot go through the setting procedure while a 
vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to set the audio 
system in Wi-Fi mode.

Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and 
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data 
subscription package.

Check your phone manual to find out if the phone 
has Wi-Fi connectivity.

You can confirm whether Wi-Fi connection is on or 
off with the 

 icon on the system status area. 

Transmission speed and others will not be displayed 
on this screen.

2 Status Area P. 259

In case of Wi-Fi connection with your phone, make 
sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is in access point 
(tethering) mode.

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Wi-Fi Connection

Features

Make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.

You can set the network as a Wi-Fi Hotspot of this audio system.
Use the following steps to setup.

1. Press the 

 (home) button.

2. Select Settings.
3. Select Connections.
4. Select Wi-Fi.
5. Select Change Mode.
6. Select Hotspot.

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When you change the mode from 
Network to Hotspot, a pop-up 
appears, then select Confirm.

The following options are available for the setup.
• Network SSID: Set this network name.
• Security Type: Set the network security type for WPA2-PSK mode or security off 

mode.

• Password: Set password for require entering password when connecting Wi-Fi 

device to this network.

• Connected Devices List: Display the connected device list. Up to seven devices 

can be connected to this network.

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Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

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Setting the Audio System as a Wi-Fi Hotspot

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Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

You may need to go through an initial setup for Wi-Fi 
connection again after you boot your phone.

iPhone users

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Siri® Eyes Free

Features

Siri® Eyes Free

You can talk to Siri using to press and hold the 

 (Talk) button on the steering 

wheel when your iPhone is paired to the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

2 Phone Setup P. 364

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Using Siri Eyes Free

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Siri® Eyes Free

Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Check Apple Inc. website for features available for 
Siri.

While driving we recommend only using Siri through 
the 

 button on the steering wheel (Siri Eyes Free).

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Using Siri Eyes Free

Some commands work only on specific phone 
features or apps.

Press the 

 (back) button on the true touchpad or 

APPS button on the steering wheel to deactivate siri.

 (Talk) Button

Press and hold until the display changes as shown.
Press again to deactivate Siri.

 (Back) Button

Press to deactivate Siri.

While in Siri Eyes Free:
The display remains 
the same.
No feedback or 
commands appear.

Appears when Siri is activated in Siri Eyes Free

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

Apple CarPlay

TM

If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the USB port 
in the console compartment, you can use the audio/information screen, instead of 
the iPhone display, to make a phone call, listen to music, view maps (navigation), 
and access messages.

2 USB Ports P. 239

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Phone

Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voice mail.

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Messages

Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.

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Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

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Apple CarPlay Menu

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Apple CarPlay

TM

Only iPhone 5 or newer versions with iOS 8.4 or later 
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.

Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to 
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible 
apps.

To use Apple CarPlay, connect the USB cable to the 
USB port located in the console compartment.
The USB ports located on the front panel and the 
back of the console compartment

*

 are used only for 

charging.

2 USB Ports P. 239

While connected to Apple CarPlay, calls are only 
made through Apple CarPlay. If you want to make a 
call with Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, turn Apple 
CarPlay OFF or detach the USB cable from your 
iPhone.

2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay P. 305

When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is 
not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio or 
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. However, other 
previously paired phones can stream audio via 
Bluetooth® while Apple CarPlay is connected.

2 Phone Setup P. 364

For details on countries and regions where Apple 
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining 
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.

Home screen

Apple CarPlay icon

Apple CarPlay menu screen

Go back to the Apple 
CarPlay menu screen

Select the Acura icon to go 
back to the home screen

* Not available on all models

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Features

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Maps

Display Apple Maps and use the navigation function just as you would on your 
iPhone.

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay) can give 
directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior 
destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are 
currently using will direct you to your destination.

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Apple CarPlay

TM

Apple CarPlay Operating Requirements & 
Limitations
Apple CarPlay requires a compatible iPhone with an 
active cellular connection and data plan. Your 
carrier’s rate plans will apply.

Changes in operating systems, hardware, software, 
and other technology integral to providing Apple 
CarPlay functionality, as well as new or revised 
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or 
cessation of Apple CarPlay functionality and services. 
Honda cannot and does not provide any warranty or 
guarantee of future Apple CarPlay performance or 
functionality.

It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are 
compatible with Apple CarPlay. Refer to the Apple 
homepage for information on compatible apps.

Models with navigation system

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the USB port in the console 
compartment, use the following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay. Use of Apple 
CarPlay will result in the transmission of certain user and vehicle information (such 
as vehicle location, speed, and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay 
experience. You will need to consent to the sharing of this information on the audio/
information screen.

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Enabling Apple CarPlay

Check the checkbox.
Enable Apple CarPlay: Allows this consent.
Do Not Enable Apple CarPlay: Does not 
allow this consent.

You may change the consent settings under 
the Connections settings menu.

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

You can change your Apple CarPlay device from the 
currently connected device to a already registered 
device in the following steps.
Press the 

 (home) button  Select Settings  

Connections  Apple CarPlay  Select device  
Allow Apple CarPlay

Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information 
transmitted to/from your iPhone by Apple CarPlay is 
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and 
Apple’s Privacy Policy.

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Features

Press and hold the talk button to activate Siri.

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

Below are examples of questions and commands for 
Siri:

•

What movies are playing today?

•

Call dad at work.

•

What song is this?

•

How’s the weather tomorrow?

•

Read my latest email.

•

Find a table for four tonight in Chicago.

For more information, please visit 
www.apple.com/ios/siri.

 (Talk) button:

Press and hold to activate Siri.
Press again to deactivate Siri.
Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.

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Features

Audio Error Messages

iPod/USB Flash Drive

If an error occurs while playing an iPod or USB flash drive, you may see the following 
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

Error Message

Solution

USB Error

Appears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect the device. Then turn 
the audio system off, and turn it on again. Do not reconnect the device that caused the 
error.

Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. If it appears when a supported iPod 
is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version.

Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported 
device is connected, reconnect the device.
Appears when unsupported formats are in the device. Check that compatible files are 
stored on the device.

The selected file cannot be played on this 
system

Appears when the files in the USB flash drive are copyright protected or an unsupported 
format.

No Data

Appears when the iPod is empty.

Appears when the USB flash drive is empty.

Check that compatible files are stored on the device.

USB Hub Error

Appears when the USB hub with plural USB devices is connected. Disconnect the USB 
hubs and directly connect the device to the USB port using the extension cable.

iPod

USB flash drive

iPod

USB flash drive

iPod and USB flash drive

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Android/Apps

Features

Android/Apps

If an error occurs while using the audio system or apps, you may see the following 
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

*1:****part is variable characters, and will change depending upon where an error 

occurs.

Error Message

Solution

Unfortunately, **** has 
stopped.

*1

Error has occurred within app, select OK on the screen to close the app.

**** isn't responding. Do 
you want to close it?

*1

App is not responding.
Select Wait if you can wait for a response from app a little longer. If it does not respond even if you keep 
waiting, select OK to close the app and start it up. If the error message continues, perform Factory Data 
Reset.

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