Acura TLX (2019 year). Manual - part 17

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Android Auto

Features

Android Auto

When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the 2.5A USB port, 
Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto, you can 
use the 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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Android Auto

To use Android Auto, you need to download the 
Android Auto app from Google Play to your 
smartphone.

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

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 
2.5A USB port.

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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

Features

*1:The operation methods may differ from your connected Android phone.

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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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Information Screen

Android Auto menu screen

SMARTPHONE Button
Press to display the Android Auto menu screen.

Interface Dial (ENTER/MENU Button)

*1

Move and rotate the interface dial to select the item.
Press 

 to enter the item.

BACK Button

*1

Press to go back to the previous display.

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Android Auto

Features

a

 Maps (Navigation)

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.

b

 Phone (Communication)

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

c

 Google Now (Home screen)

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

d

 Music and audio

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

e

 Go back to the previous screen of this audio system.

f

 Voice

Operate Android Auto with your voice.

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Android Auto

Features

When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the 2.5A USB port, Android 
Auto is automatically initiated.

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Enabling Android Auto

Enable Once: Allows only once. (Prompt 
shows again next time.)
Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt 
does not show again.)
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

You may change the consent settings under 
the Smartphone Settings menu.

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Auto Pairing Connection

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Enabling Android Auto

Only initialize Android Auto when you are 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 SETTINGSSelect Smartphone 
SettingsAndroid Auto Device List

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 Google’s Privacy Policy.

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Features

Press and hold the talk button to operate Android Auto with your voice.

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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 moving 

.

 (Talk) button:

Press and hold to operate Android Auto 
with your voice.
Press to deactivate voice recognition.

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Features

Audio Error Messages

CD Player

If a disc error occurs, you may see the following error messages.

Error Message

Cause

Solution

This function is not available 
because the system has 
encountered a file error or a 
DRM protected file.

Track/file format not supported

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Current track/file will be skipped. The next supported track/file 
plays automatically.

This is a bad disc. Please see 
your owner’s manual for 
more details. Push Eject.

Mechanical error

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Press the   (eject) button and remove the disc, and check that the 
error message is cleared.

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Check that the disc is not damaged or deformed, and insert the 
disc again.

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If the error message reappears, press the 

 button, and pull out 

the disc.

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Insert a different disc.
If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc.

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If the error message repeats, or the disc cannot be removed, 
contact a dealer.
Do not try to force the disc out of the player.

Mecha Error

This is a bad disc. Please see 
your owner’s manual for 
more details.

Servo error

Check the disc

Disc error

●

Check that the disc is not damaged or deformed.

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Heat Error

High temperature

●

Turn the audio system off and allow the player to cool down until 
the error message is cleared.

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iPod/USB Flash Drive

Features

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

Communication error 
detected. When safe, please 
reconnect your device.

Appears when there is a problem with the audio system. Check if the device is compatible with the 
audio system.

This USB device is 
incompatible. Please see 
your owner’s manual for 
more details.

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.

This version of iOS is not 
supported.

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

There is an authentication 
error. When safe, please 
reconnect your device.

Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. Reconnect the iPod.

This function is not available 
because the system has 
encountered a file error or a 
DRM protected file.

Appears when you select the grayed-out option on the screen while displaying the DRM or an 
unsupported format file.

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iPod/USB Flash Drive

Features

Error Message

Solution

There is no data detected. 
When safe, please check 
your device and try again.

Appears when the iPod is empty.

Appears when the USB flash drive is empty or there are no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in the USB flash 
drive.

Check that compatible files are stored on the device.

Unsupported

Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported device is 
connected, reconnect the device.

USB hubs are not supported.
To listen to audio, directly 
connect device to USB port.

Appears when the USB device is connected via the USB hubs. Disconnect the USB hubs and directly 
connect the device to the USB port.

iPod

USB flash drive

iPod and USB flash drive

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Pandora®

Features

Pandora®

If an error occurs while playing Pandora®, you may see the following error messages. 
If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

Error Message

Solution

This USB device is incompatible. Please see your owner’s 
manual for more details.

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

There is an unsupported device detected. When safe, please 
reconnect your device.

Appears when there is a problem with the audio system. Check if 
the device is compatible with the audio system.

No stations have been created. When safe, please create a 
station on the device.

Appears when there is no station list on the device. Use the device 
to create a station.

There is no active station.

This PANDORA station is currently not available. Please select 
another station.

Music licenses force us to limit the number of tracks you may 
skip each hour.

Appears when you try to skip a track over the predetermined 
number of times in an hour.

The system is unable to save rating.
The system is unable to save bookmark.
or
The system is unable to skip.

Appears when the commanded operation is failed. Try again later.

There is no data available.

Appears when no data is available with Pandora® activated. 
Reboot the app and reconnect the device.

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Pandora®

Features

Error Message

Solution

The PANDORA app version on your device is not supported. 
When safe, please update the app and try again later.

Appears when Pandora® version is not supported. Update 
Pandora® to the latest version.

PANDORA is performing system maintenance. Please try 
again later.

Appears when the Pandora® server is in maintenance. Try again 
later.

The system cannot connect to PANDORA. When safe, please 
check your device.

Appears when Pandora® is unable to play music. Check your 
device.

The system is unable to play PANDORA. When safe, login to 
PANDORA.

The maximum number of stations that can be created is 100. 
To create more, please delete one or more previously created 
stations.

Appears when the number of created stations reaches the 
limitation. Delete one or more created stations from Pandora® app 
on the connected device.

The system is unable to create a new station. Please try again.

Appears when there is a temporary error with the audio system. 
Try again later.

The system is unable to play PANDORA. Please try again later.

Appears when your connected device has network problems. 
Check your device.

When safe, please check your device.

Appears when your connected device has some kind of problem 
such as being out of the service area.
Check that the connected device is within the service area, and 
then try again to play Pandora®. If the problem persists, consult a 
dealer.

The system is unable to play PANDORA.
Music licensing restricts play in this area.

Appears when you try playing the Pandora® in the country where 
the service is not available.

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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

A charging error has occurred with the connected device. 
When safe, please check the compatibility of the device and 
USB cable. Please see your owner's manual for more details.

This USB device is incompatible. Please see your owner's 
manual for more details.

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

Unable to start Apple CarPlay. When safe, please confirm the 
USB connection.

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.

Unable to start Android Auto. When safe, please confirm the 
USB connection.

Unable to start Apple CarPlay. When safe, please try again.

Appears when Apple CarPlay or Android Auto fails to recognize 
your device.
Reconnect your device and try again.

Unable to start Android Auto. When safe, please try again.

Unable to start Apple CarPlay with your device. Your device is 
connected in digital audio mode.

Appears when your connected device is incompatible with Apple 
CarPlay.
Check if your device is compatible with Apple CarPlay. 

Information Screen

On Demand Multi-Use Display

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Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

Features

Error Message

Solution

This device is not compatible with Android Auto.

Appears when your connected device is incompatible with 
Android Auto.
Check if your device is compatible with Android Auto or the latest 
version of the app is installed on your device.

Please update to the latest version of Android Auto.

Appears when your version of the Android Auto is not supported. 
Update Android Auto to the latest version.

Connection failed. Please confirm Bluetooth connection 
status and try again.

Appears when Bluetooth® connection is failed.
Check the Bluetooth® connection of this audio system and your 
connected device.

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General Information on the Audio System

SiriusXM® Radio Service

1. You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID in 

the On Demand Multi-Use Display

TM

, select channel up/down icons until CH000 

and the radio ID appears.

2. Have your radio ID and credit card number ready, and either call or visit the 

SiriusXM® website to subscribe.

Switch to the SiriusXM® mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the steering 
wheel, or through the On Demand Multi-Use Display

TM

, and stay in this mode for 

about 30 minutes until the service is activated. Make sure your vehicle is in an open 
area with good reception.

Loading...:
SiriusXM® is loading the audio or program information.
No Signal:
The signal is too weak in the current location.
Unsubscribed channel:
You are not subscribed to the channel selected.
Unavailable channel:
No such channel exists, the channel is not part of your subscription, or the artist or 
title information is unavailable.
Check the antenna, Disconnected antenna, Shorted antenna:
There is a problem with the SiriusXM® antenna. Contact a dealer.

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Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio

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Receiving SiriusXM® Radio

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SiriusXM® Radio Display Messages

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Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio

Contact Information for SiriusXM® Radio:

•

U.S.: SiriusXM® Radio at www.siriusxm.com/
subscribenow or 1-866-635-2349

•

Canada: SiriusXM® Canada at www.siriusxm.ca/
subscribe-now or 1-877-209-0079

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Receiving SiriusXM® Radio

The SiriusXM® satellites are in orbit over the equator; 
therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause 
satellite reception interruptions. Satellite signals are 
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and 
mountains the farther north you travel from the 
equator.

You may experience reception problems under the 
following circumstances:

•

In a location with an obstruction to the south of 
your vehicle.

•

In tunnels

•

On the lower level of a multi-tiered road

•

Large items carried on the roof rack

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Recommended CDs

Features

Recommended CDs

• Use only high-quality CD-R or CD-RW discs labeled for audio use.
• Use only CD-R or CD-RW discs on which the recordings are closed.
• Play only standard round-shaped CDs.

• Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
• Some versions of MP3, WMA or AAC formats may be unsupported.

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Protecting CDs

Follow these precautions when handling or storing CDs:
• Store a CD in its case when it is not being played.
• When wiping a CD, use a soft clean cloth from the center to the outside edge.
• Handle a CD by its edge. Never touch either surface.
• Never insert foreign objects into the CD player.
• Keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.
• Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.
• Avoid fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens on the CD.

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Recommended CDs

A Dual-disc cannot play on this audio unit. If recorded 
under certain conditions, a CD-R or CD-RW may not 
play either.

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CDs with MP3, WMA or AAC files

The CD packages or jackets should have one of these marks.

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Protecting CDs

NOTICE

Do not insert a damaged CD. It may be stuck inside 
and damage the audio unit.

Examples:

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Damaged CDs

Bubbled/
Wrinkled

With Label/
Sticker

Using 
Printer Label 
Kit

Sealed

With Plastic Ring

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Poor quality 
CDs

Chipped/
Cracked

Warped

Burrs

●

Small CDs

3-inch 
(8-cm) 
CD

●

Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and 
excessively thick CDs

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Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

Features

Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

• A USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher is recommended.
• Some digital audio players may not be compatible.
• Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work.
• Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
• Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC formats may be unsupported.

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iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility

Model

iPod (5th generation)

iPod classic 80GB/160GB (launch in 2007)

iPod classic 120GB (launch in 2008)
iPod classic 160GB (launch in 2009)

iPod nano (1st to 7th generation) released between 2005 and 2012

iPod touch (1st to 5th generation) released between 2007 and 2012

iPhone 3G/iPhone 3GS/iPhone 4/iPhone 4s/iPhone 5/iPhone 5c/iPhone 5s/iPhone 6/

iPhone 6s/iPhone 7

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USB Flash Drives

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iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility

This system may not work with all software versions 
of these devices.

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USB Flash Drives

Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored 
order. This order may be different from the order 
displayed on your PC or device.

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Honda App License Agreement

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Honda App License Agreement

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (THIS “AGREEMENT”) WHICH GOVERNS YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE 
INSTALLED ON YOUR HONDA OR ACURA VEHICLE (YOUR “VEHICLE”) AS WELL AS THE APPLICATIONS, SERVICES, FUNCTIONS, AND 
CONTENT PROVIDED THROUGH THE SOFTWARE (COLLECTIVELY, THE “SERVICES”). YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE OR SERVICES WILL 
SERVE AS YOUR CONSENT TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. THE SOFTWARE IS OWNED (OR LICENSED), PROVIDED, AND/OR 
OPERATED BY AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. INC., (“HONDA,” “US,” “WE,” OR “OUR”), WITH ITS BUSINESS ADDRESS AT 1919 
TORRANCE BLVD., TORRANCE, CA 90501. REFERENCE TO “HONDA” IN THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDES HONDA’S PARENT COMPANY AND 
ITS AFFILIATES AND DESIGNATED AGENTS. THE SERVICES ARE OWNED (OR LICENSED), PROVIDED, AND/OR OPERATED BY HONDA OR A 
THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER (A “PROVIDER”). REFERENCE TO A “PROVIDER” IN THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDES SUCH PROVIDER’S 
PARENT COMPANY, AFFILIATES, AND DESIGNATED AGENTS.

A. Description of the Software. The SOFTWARE includes the software, firmware and the like, installed and executing on your VEHICLE 
during manufacture, and thereafter updated from time to time by HONDA, you or an authorized HONDA dealer (a “DEALER”). The 
SOFTWARE allows you to access and use a variety of SERVICES, including but not limited to: (a) HONDA applications, services, and content 
provided through the SOFTWARE (together, “HONDA SERVICES”); and (b) PROVIDER applications, services, and content provided through 
the SOFTWARE (together, “PROVIDER SERVICES”), each of which may provide access to various information, media, content, and services.

B. SOFTWARE Licensing and Intellectual Property.
1. SOFTWARE. This AGREEMENT grants you a non-exclusive, limited, and revocable license to use the SOFTWARE and SERVICES solely (a) 
as installed on your VEHICLE by HONDA, (b) as updated on your Vehicle by HONDA, you (but only as and when directed by HONDA), or a 
DEALER and (c) as permitted under the terms of this AGREEMENT.

2. HONDA Services. The SOFTWARE may provide you with access to various HONDA SERVICES. Installation, activation, or use of HONDA 
SERVICES may require your consent to additional terms, conditions, and privacy policies applicable to those HONDA SERVICES (the 
“HONDA TERMS”). You acknowledge and agree that any collection, use, sharing of data generated by your VEHICLE or your use of your 
VEHICLE, and your use of the HONDA SERVICES shall be subject to this AGREEMENT and any additional HONDA TERMS that may be 
specifically applicable to such HONDA SERVICES or data generation. The HONDA SERVICES may collect, use, and share such data while 
you are using the SOFTWARE.

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END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT

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