Acura RDX (2019 year). Instruction — 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.

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*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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P. 310

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.

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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.

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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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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 instruction 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

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

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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

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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

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are used only for

charging.

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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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Apple CarPlay

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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

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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:

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What movies are playing today?

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Call dad at work.

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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.

2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 354

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