Acura MDX Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 2016 SUV Instruction Manual PDF

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY

Ultrawide Dual Screen Operation*

Play two different sources side by side on the ultrawide screen. One side of the screen can play a source from the front audio system (FM, DVD, etc.). The other side of the screen can play a connected device, such as a video game system.

SOURCE button: Display audio sources.

SINGLE button: Display one source on the entire screen.

SWAP button: Switch the sources to opposite sides of the screen.

DUAL button: Display two sources side by side on the screen.

1. Connect a second source through the rear auxiliary jacks or HDMI input (see page 64).

2. From the rear control panel, press DUAL.

3. Select which side the second source plays on.

4. Press SOURCE to select AUX-VIDEO or AUX-HDMI.

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Learn how to operate the vehicles hands-free calling system.

Basic HFL Operation Make and receive phone calls using the vehicles audio system, without handling your phone. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility.

To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.

HFL Displays and Controls

Use the controls to enter information and make selections.

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HFL display

PHONE button: Go to the phone screen.

BACK button: Go back to the previous display.

Interface dial (from the Phone screen): Move up, down, left, and right. Rotate and press to make selections in the upper display.

Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call, or display speed dial and call history in the MID.

Selector wheel: Scroll through speed dial and call history in the MID. Press to make a selection. Adjust volume during a call.

Hang-Up/Back button: End or decline a call, or clear HFL information in the MID.

Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag, phonebook name, or phone number.

MENU button: Choose phone options.

SETTINGS button: Choose Phone Settings.

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Talk Button Tips

On vehicles with navigation, you can say voice commands to operate system functions. For a list of available voice commands, see page 155. Below are some helpful tips:

When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command. To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your

command. When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted

in yellow. Speak in a clear, natural voice. Reduce all background noise. Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ceiling. Close the windows and moonroof.

On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) screens

When there is an incoming call, select the green Pick-Up or red Hang-Up icon.

When a number keypad is displayed, select numbers to enter.

When an alphabet keyboard is displayed, select letters to enter.

ODMD display

Select Shortcuts (Phone tab) to access Speed Dial and Call History.

Pairing a Phone To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.

1. Press SETTINGS.

2. Select Phone Settings.

3. Select Bluetooth Device List (if no phone has been paired) or Connect Phone (if pairing an additional phone).

4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.

5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.

6. HFL searches for your phone. Select your phone when it appears on the list. Ifyourphonedoesnotappear: Select Phone Not Found and search for HandsFreeLink from your phone.

7. HFL gives you a six-digit code. Compare it to the code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL from your phone.

8. The system asks if you want to enable Phone Synchronization. Select On.

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Making a Call You can make calls using several methods.

Dialing a Number

Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.

Using voice commands

Press the Talk button before saying each command.

1. Say Dialbynumber.

2. Say the phone number. For example, 3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4. Say Dial if necessary.

3. The system begins to dial.

Using the menu

Use the interface dial to make and enter selections. This method is inoperable when the vehicle is moving.

1. Press PHONE.

2. Press MENU.

3. Select Dial.

4. From the navigation screen or the ODMD, enter the phone number. Select the green phone icon to call.

Using the ODMD

Select items on the screen by touching them. This method is inoperable when the vehicle is moving.

1. Select Shortcuts.

2. Select Phone.

3. Select Dial.

4. Enter the phone number and select the green phone icon to call.

Using the Phonebook

When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported to the system. Phone Synchronization must be turned on during the pairing process.

Using voice commands

Press the Talk button before saying each command.

1. Say Callbyname.

2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For example, JohnSmithmobile.

Using the menu

Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.

1. Press PHONE.

2. Press MENU.

3. Select Phonebook.

4. Scroll through the list to find the name and number you want to call, and select it to call.

Storing Speed Dial Entries

Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.

1. Press PHONE.

2. Press MENU.

3. Select Speed Dial, then select New Entry.

4. Select an entry method.

5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.

When a voice tag is created, you can press the Talk button and say Call and the stored voice tag to quickly call the number.

When speed dial entries are stored, you can add them to the Shortcuts (Phone tab) in the ODMD for quick access.

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Using Speed Dial and Call History

Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.

Using voice commands

Press the Talk button before saying each command.

1. Say Callbyname.

2. Say the name of the stored voice tag.

3. The system begins to dial.

Using the MID

1. Press the Pick-Up button.

2. The speed dial list appears in the MID.

For Call History, move the left selector wheel to the right.

3. Use the left selector wheel to scroll through the list to find the entry you want to call, and select it to call.

Using the Phone screen

Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.

1. Press PHONE.

2. For Speed Dial, use the interface dial to scroll through the list to find the entry you want to call, and select it to call.

For Call History, move the interface dial to the right and scroll through the list.

Using the ODMD

Select items on the screen by touching them.

1. Select Shortcuts.

2. Select Phone.

3. Select Speed Dial or Call History.

4. Select the desired entry to call.

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SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited while the vehicle is moving.

Selecting an Account

If your phone has both text message and mail accounts, you can select only one of them at a time to be active and receive notifications.

1. Press SETTINGS.

2. Select Phone Settings.

3. Select Select Account.

4. Select Text Messages or an e-mail account.

Receiving and Responding to Messages

When your receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the display. Use the interface dial to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also reply to it using fixed phrases or call the sender.

1. When the prompt appears, select Read.

2. The message is displayed, and the system reads it aloud.

To reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the six available responses. Select Send to send the message. You can