Acura RDX (2021 year). Manual in english - page 19

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Audio System Basic Operation

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Playing 

Bluetooth

®

 Audio

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

•

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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AT&T Hotspot

Features

AT&T Hotspot

If you have subscribed to AT&T hotspot services, your vehicle will provide data to 
connect your mobile devices to the Internet. You can use the AT&T Hotspot app to 
turn on/off vehicle data and monitor data usage left on your subscription.

•

Hotspot Enable

Turn on/off AT&T Hotspot.

•

Data Usage Bar

Check the current status of your data plan. This Usage Bar will show your current 
plan and how much data remains on your plan. Subscription plans for AT&T 
Hotspot can be added/modified at 

www.att.com/acura

.

•

Refresh and Plan Info

Refreshes screen to show data remaining.
Shows your current AT&T subscription plan for the vehicle.

•

Edit Hotspot Properties

Shows the current username and password for vehicle Hotspot. Hotspot settings 
can be changed while the vehicle is not in motion.

•

Help

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AT&T Hotspot Menu

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AT&T Hotspot

To use AT&T Hotspot services, your vehicle must be 
subscribed to a data plan. If your vehicle is not 
subscribed to a data plan, you can visit 

www.att.com/

acura

 to add vehicle data services.

Hotspot username and password can be changed in 
the Edit Hotspot Properties of the AT&T Hotspot app. 
Settings can not be accessed while driving. Park in a 
safe place to adjust Hotspot settings.

Alternatively, you can use your mobile hotspot to 
connect the vehicle and other mobile devices to the 
Internet.

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Hotspot Enable

Refresh and 
Plan Info

Edit Hotspot Properties

Data Usage Bar

Help

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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.

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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 

Interface 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

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.

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Apple CarPlay

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.

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.

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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.

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Phone Setup

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

Apple CarPlay Icon

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

•

Phone

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

•

Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

•

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.

•

Messages

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

•

Acura

Select the Acura icon to go back to the home screen.

•

Go back to the Apple CarPlay Dashboard screen.

•

Go back to the Apple CarPlay menu screen.

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Apple CarPlay Menu

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Apple CarPlay

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. 
Acura 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.

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Apple CarPlay

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.

1.

Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.

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USB Ports

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The confirmation screen will be displayed.

2.

Select 

Enable Apple CarPlay

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If you do not want to connect Apple CarPlay, select 

Do Not Enable Apple 

CarPlay

.

You may change the consent settings under the 

Connections

 settings menu.

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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Enabling Apple CarPlay

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

You can also use the method below to set up Apple 
CarPlay:
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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Apple CarPlay

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Features

Press and hold the 

 (Talk) button to activate 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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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

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Android Auto

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Features

Android Auto

When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the USB port in the 
console compartment, Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via 
Android Auto, you can use the audio/information screen to access the Phone, 
Google Maps (Navigation), Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When 
you first use Android Auto, a tutorial will appear on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tutorial while safely parked before using 
Android Auto.

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Auto Pairing Connection

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Android Auto

Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are 
compatible with Android Auto.
Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used with Android Auto 
phone.

To use Android Auto on a smartphone with Android 
9.0 (Pie) or earlier, you need to download the 
Android Auto app from Google Play to your 
smartphone.

Park in a safe place before connecting your Android 
phone to Android Auto and when launching any 
compatible apps.

To use Android Auto, 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.

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When your Android phone is connected to Android 
Auto, it is not possible to use the 

Bluetooth

®

 Audio. 

However, other previously paired phones can stream 
audio via 

Bluetooth

®

 while Android Auto is 

connected.

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Android Auto Icon

* Not available on all models

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Android Auto

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Features

•

Maps

Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your 
Android phone. When the vehicle is in motion, it is not possible to make keyboard 
entries. Stop the vehicle in a safe location to undertake a search or provide other 
inputs.

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Android Auto) 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.
The audio/information screen shows you turn-by-turn driving directions to your 
destination.

•

Play Music

Play Google Play Music and music apps that are compatible with Android Auto.
To switch between music apps, select this icon.

•

Phone

Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail.

•

Exit

Select the 

Exit

 icon to go back to the home screen.

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Android Auto Menu

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Android Auto

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

Android Auto Operating Requirements & 
Limitations

Android Auto requires a compatible Android phone 
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 Android 
Auto functionality, as well as new or revised 
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or 
cessation of Android Auto functionality and services. 
Acura cannot and does not provide any warranty or 
guarantee of future Android Auto performance or 
functionality.

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

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Android Auto

Features

•

Operate Android Auto with your voice.

•

You can check Android notifications.

•

 (Android Auto Home)

Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that 
appear just when they’re needed.

When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the USB port in the console 
compartment, Android Auto is automatically initiated.

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Enabling Android Auto

To enable Android Auto after connecting an Android phone to the system, select 

Enable Android Auto

 on the screen.

You may change the consent settings under the 

Connections

 settings menu.

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Auto Pairing Connection

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Enabling Android Auto

Only initialize Android Auto when you safely parked. 
When Android Auto first detects your phone, you will 
need to set up your phone so that auto pairing is 
possible. Refer to the instruction manual that came 
with your phone.

You can use the method below to change Android 
Auto settings after you have completed the initial 
setup:
Press the 

 (home) button 

 Select Settings 

 

Connections 

 Android Auto 

 Select device

Use of user and vehicle information

The use and handling of user and vehicle information 
transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is 
governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.

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Features

Press and hold the 

 (Talk) button to operate Android Auto with your voice.

 (Talk) Button:

Press and hold to operate Android Auto with your voice.
Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.

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Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

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Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

Below are examples of commands you can give with 
voice recognition:

•

Reply to text.

•

Call my wife.

•

Navigate to Acura.

•

Play my music.

•

Send a text message to my wife.

•

Call flower shop.

For more information, please refer to the Android 
Auto homepage.

You can also activate the voice recognition function 
by selecting the 

 icon in the lower-left corner of 

the screen.

 (Talk) Button

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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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Audio Error Messages

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Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

Features

Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

If an error occurs while using the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, you may see the 
following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

Error Message

Solution

Error

Appears when Apple CarPlay or Android Auto fails to recognize your device.
Check if your device is compatible with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, or the latest 
version of the app is installed on your device.

Maximum Number of Apple Carplay 
Devices Exceeded

Appears when the number of stored Apple CarPlay devices or Android Auto devices 
exceeds the limitation. Select 

Replace and Continue

 and delete a registered device to 

connect a new device for the Apple CarPlay connection or Android Auto connection.

Maximum Number of Android Auto 
Devices Exceeded

(connected device name) 

Connected

Appears when the paired device is disconnected from the HFL function. Reconnect 
device and try again.

Bluetooth Off

Appears when the 

Bluetooth

 setting is off. Select 

Turn Bluetooth On

 to turn on the 

Bluetooth

®

 feature.

Maximum Number of Bluetooth Devices 
Exceeded

Appears when the number of stored 

Bluetooth

®

 devices exceeds the limitation.

Select 

Replace and Continue

 and delete a registered device to connect a new device 

for the 

Bluetooth

®

 connection.

Bluetooth Connection Error

Appears when 

Bluetooth

®

 connection is failed.

Check the 

Bluetooth

®

 connection of this audio system and your connected device.

Other Devices Connected to Bluetooth

Appears when another registered phone is paired with the audio system. Select 

OK

 to 

select the Android Auto device.