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RANDOM IN FLD from the menu items. You will see F-RANDOM in the display. The system will then select and play files randomly. This continues until you deactivate folder random play by selecting normal play, or you select a different folder with the CATEGORY bar.

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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)

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This feature

RANDOM IN DISC plays the tracks within a disc (the files in MP3 or WMA mode) in random order. To activate random play, select RANDOM IN DISC from the menu items. You will see RANDOM in the display. Select normal play to return to normal play.

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SCAN TRK The SCAN function samples all the tracks on the disc in the order they are recorded on the disc (all files in the selected folder in MP3 or WMA mode). To activate the scan feature, press and release the SCAN button. You will see SCAN in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of each track/file in the disc/folder. Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of scan mode and play the last track sampled.

You can also select the scan feature from the menu items with the selector knob (see page ).

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This function

InMP3orWMAmode SCAN FLD samples the first file in each folder on the disc in the order they are stored. To activate the folder scan feature, press and release the SCAN button repeatedly. You will see F-SCAN in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of the first file in each folder. Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of the folder scan mode and play the last file sampled.

You can also select the folder scan feature from the menu items with ). the selector knob (see page

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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)

Pressing either side of the SKIP bar, or selecting a different disc (using the preset buttons) or folder (using the CATEGORY bar) turns off the SCAN or F-SCAN feature.

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SCAN DISC This feature, when activated, samples the first track on each disc in order (the first file in the main folder on each disc in MP3
or WMA mode). To activate the disc scan feature, press and release the SCAN button repeatedly until D-SCAN shows in the display. The system will then play the first track/ file in the first main folder on the first disc for about 10 seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then play the following first track/file for 10
seconds each. When it plays a track/ file that you want to continue listening to, press and hold the SCAN button again.

When the first track on the last disc, or the first file in the last main folder on the last disc begins to play, the disc scan mode will be canceled. Pressing either side of the SKIP bar or selecting a different folder with the CATEGORY bar also turns off the scan feature.

Each time you press and release the SCAN button, the mode changes from scan, disc scan, then to normal play.

InMP3orWMAmode Each time you press and release the SCAN button, the mode changes from file scan, folder scan, disc scan, then to normal play.

You can also select the disc scan feature from the menu items with the selector knob (see page ).

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To Stop Playing a Disc Press the eject button ( ) to remove the disc. If you eject the disc, but do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the disc after 10
seconds and begin playing.

To eject all discs, press and hold the eject button until the first disc begins to eject.

You can also eject the disc when the ignition switch is off.

To play the radio when a disc is playing, press the AM/FM or

button. Press the AUX button

to switch to an appropriate audio unit (if it is connected to the auxiliary input jack or the USB adapter cable). Press the CD button again to switch back to the disc changer.

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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)

You can also press the MODE button on the steering wheel to change modes.

If you turn the system off while a disc is playing, either with the VOL/

knob or by turning off the

ignition switch, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the disc will begin playing where it left off.

Protecting Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 381

RemovingDiscsfromtheIn-dash DiscChanger To remove the disc currently in play, press the eject button. When a disc is removed from a slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you can load another disc in that position. If you do not remove the disc from the changer within 10 seconds, the disc will reload into the slot. Then the system returns to the previous mode (AM, FM, or XM Radio).

To remove a different disc from the changer, first select it with the appropriate preset button. When that disc begins playing, press the eject button. Continue pressing the eject button to remove all the discs from the changer.

You can also eject discs when the ignition switch is off. The disc that was last selected is ejected first.

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Disc Changer Error Messages (Models without navigation system)

The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc.

If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, press the eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If there is no damage, insert the disc again. For additional information on damaged discs, see page 382

The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer.

Error Message

Cause

Solution

HEAT ERROR

High Temperature

Track/File format not supported

UNSUPPORTED

BAD DISC

PLEASE CHECK

OWNERS

MANUAL PUSH

Mechanical Error

EJECT

MECH ERROR

CHECK DISC LOAD

BAD DISC

PLEASE CHECK

Servo Error

OWNERS MANUAL CHECK DISC

EJECT

Disc Error

Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Current track will be skipped. The next supported track or file plays automatically. Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc(s). Check the disc for serious damage, signs of deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt (see page 382). Insert the disc again. If the code does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot be removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player.

Check the disc for serious damage, signs of deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt (see page 382).

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Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system)

USB INDICATOR

iPod INDICATOR

VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON

SKIP BAR

RETURN BUTTON

SETUP BUTTON

SELECTOR KNOB

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To Play an iPod This audio system can select and play the audio files on the iPod with the same controls used for the disc player. To play an iPod, connect it to the USB adapter cable in the console compartment by using your dock connector, then press the AUX button. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The iPod will also be charged with the ignition switch in these positions.

The audio system reads and plays playable sound files on the iPod. The system cannot operate an iPod as a mass storage device. The system will only play songs stored on the iPod with iTunes.

iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks owned by Apple Inc.

Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system)

iPod models confirmed to be compatible with your audio system using the USB adapter cable are:

NOTE:

Do not connect your iPod using a hub.

Model iPod classic (80/160 G) iPod classic (120 G) iPod with video (iPod 5th generation) iPod nano iPod nano 2nd generation iPod nano 3rd generation iPod nano 4th generation iPod nano 5th generation iPod touch iPod touch 2nd generation

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

Do not keep the iPod in the vehicle. Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it.

Do not use an extension cable between the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle and your dock connector.

We recommend backing up your data before playing it.

Some devices cannot be powered or charged via the USB adapter. If this is the case, use the accessory adapter to supply power to your device.

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Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system)

ConnectinganiPod

USB CONNECTOR

DOCK CONNECTOR

If the iPod indicator does not appear in the audio display, check the connections, and try to reconnect the iPod a few times.

USB ADAPTER CABLE

1.

Pull out the USB connector from the holder.

USB ADAPTER CABLE

2.

Connect your dock connector to the iPod correctly and securely.

3.

Install the dock connector to the USB adapter cable securely.

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If the audio system still does not recognize the iPod, the iPod may need to be reset. Follow the instructions that came with your iPod, or you can find reset instructions online at

www.apple.com/

TextDataDisplayFunction Each time you press the TITLE button the display mode switches between the album name, the song name, the artist name, or name off (which turns off the text display).

The display shows up to 16
characters (including spaces) of the selected data. If the text data has more than 16 characters, you will see the first 16 characters and the

indicator in the display. Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown.

Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system)

ToChangeorSelectFiles Use the SKIP bar while an iPod is playing to select passages and change files.

ToSelectaFilefromiPodMenu

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side of the SKIP bar,

Each time you press and

SKIP release the the system skips forward to the beginning of the next file. Press and release the side of the bar to skip backward to the beginning of the current file. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file.

Push ENTER.

To move rapidly within a file, press and hold either side ( of the SKIP bar.

or

Turning the selector knob to the right or the left also changes the file.

You can also select a file from any list on the iPod menu: playlists, artists, albums and songs, by using the selector knob. Push the selector knob (ENTER) to switch the display to an iPod menu, then turn the selector knob to select a desired list. Press ENTER to set your selection.

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Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system)

ToSelectRepeatorShuffleMode:

MENU ITEMS

Turn the selector knob to select a play mode: normal play, shuffle off, shuffle all, shuffle album, repeat off, or repeat one track, then press ENTER to set your selection.

PLAY MODE ITEMS

You can select any type of repeat and shuffle mode by using the SETUP button and the selector knob. Press the SETUP button to display the menu items, then turn the selector knob to select ‘‘PLAY MODE.’’ Press ENTER to set the selection.

To cancel the selected mode, press the SETUP button and turn the selector knob to show ‘‘PLAY MODE,’’ then press ENTER. When you see ‘‘NORMAL PLAY,’’ press ENTER again.

The display shows items on the selected list. Turn the selector knob to select an item, then press ENTER to set your selection.

If you select ‘‘ALL,’’ all available files on the selected list are played.

Pressing the RETURN button goes back to the previous display and pressing the SETUP button cancels this setting mode.

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Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system)

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This feature

SHUFFLE ALL plays all available files in a selected list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. You will see SHUFFLE in the display. Select the normal play mode or SHUFFLE OFF to turn off this feature.

REPEAT OFF off the repeat mode.

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This feature turns

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This

REPEAT ONE TRK feature continuously plays a file. You will see REPEAT in the display. Select normal play or REPEAT OFF to turn it off.

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This feature

SHUFFLE OFF turns off either of the shuffle modes (SHUFFLE ALL and SHUFFLE ALBUM).

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This feature

SHUFFLE ALBUM plays all available albums in a selected list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. The files in each album are played in the recorded order. You will see ALB SHUF in the display. Select the normal play mode or SHUFFLE OFF to turn off this feature.

Pressing either side of the SKIP bar or turning the selector knob changes the file while keeping the repeat feature.

Pressing either side of the SKIP bar or turning the selector knob changes a file while keeping the shuffle function.

NOTE: Available operating functions vary on models or versions. Some functions may not be available on the vehicle’s audio system.

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DisconnectinganiPod You can disconnect the iPod at any time when you see the ‘‘OK to disconnect’’ message in the iPod display. Always make sure you see the ‘‘OK to disconnect’’ message in the iPod display before you disconnect it. Make sure to follow the iPod’s instructions on how to disconnect the dock connector from the USB adapter cable. ＊

The displayed message may vary on models or versions. On some models, there is no message to disconnect.

If you reconnect the same iPod, the system may begin playing where it left off, depending on what mode the iPod is in when it is reconnected.

To Stop Playing Your iPod To play the radio, press the AM/FM, or button. Press the CD button to switch to the disc mode (if a disc is loaded). Press the AUX button to switch the audio mode between the Bluetooth

audio and iPod.

You can also press the MODE button on the steering wheel to change modes.

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If you see an error message on the audio display while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your dealer.

iPod Error Messages (Models without navigation system)

Error Message

Cause

Solution

USB ERROR

USB ROM Error

BAD USB DEVICE

PLEASE CHECK

OWNERS MANUAL

Appears when an incompatible device is connected.

iPod NO SONG

No files in iPod

UNSUPPORTED

VER.

Use of unsupported iPod

CONNECT RETRY

Recognition failure of iPod

There is a problem with the USB adapter unit. 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 the iPod is empty. Store some files in the iPod. Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. See page 265 for specification information on iPods. If it appears when a supported iPod is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version. Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. Reconnect the iPod.

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Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system)

FILE TYPE INDICATOR

USB INDICATOR

VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON

CATEGORY BAR

SKIP BAR

RETURN BUTTON

SETUP BUTTON

SELECTOR KNOB

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Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system)

The recommended USB flash memory devices are 256 MB or higher, and formatted with the FAT file system. Some digital audio players may be compatible as well.

Some USB flash memory devices (such as devices with security lock- out features, etc.) will not work in this audio unit.

To Play a USB Flash Memory Device This audio system can select and play the audio files on a USB flash memory device with the same controls used for the disc player. To play a USB flash memory device, connect it to the USB adapter cable in the console compartment, then press the AUX button. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

The audio system reads and plays the audio files on the USB flash memory device in MP3, WMA or AAC formats. Depending on the format, the display shows MP3, WMA or AAC when a USB flash memory device is playing.

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Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this audio unit.

NOTE:

Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard drive as the device or your files may be damaged.

Do not connect your USB flash memory device using a hub.

Do not use an extension cable to the USB adapter cable equipped with your vehicle.

Do not keep a USB flash memory device in the vehicle. Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it.

We recommend backing up your data before playing a USB flash memory device.

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Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system)

Depending on the type and number of files, it may take some time before they begin to play.

Depending on the software the files were made with, it may not be possible to play some files, or display some text data.

Depending on the type of encoding and writing software used, there may be cases where character information does not display properly.

Some devices cannot be powered or charged via the USB adapter. If this is the case, use the accessory adapter to supply power to your device.

Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC format may not be supported. If an unsupported file is found, the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED, then skips to the next file.

The order of files in USB playback may be different from the order of files displayed in PC or other devices etc. Files are played in the order stored in USB flash memory device.

In WMA or AAC format, DRM (digital rights management) files cannot be played. If the system finds a DRM file, the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE FILE, and then skips to the next file.

Combining a low sampling f requency with a low bitrate may result in extremely degraded sound quality.

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Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system)

Connectinga USBFlashMemoryDevice

USB CONNECTOR

USB ADAPTER CABLE

1.

Pull out the USB connector from the holder.

USB ADAPTER CABLE

2.

Connect the USB flash memory device to the USB adapter cable correctly and securely.

When the USB flash memory device is connected, the USB indicator is shown in the display.

TextDataDisplayFunction Each time you press the TITLE button, the display mode shows you in sequence, the folder name, the file name, the artist name, the album name, the song name, or name off (which turns off the text display).

The display shows up to 16
characters (including spaces) of the selected data. If the text data has more than 16 characters, you will see the first 16 characters and the

indicator in the display. Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown.

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Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system)

ToChangeorSelectFiles Use the SKIP bar while a USB flash memory device is playing to select passages and change files.

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side of the SKIP bar,

Each time you press and

SKIP release the the system skips forward to the beginning of the next file. Press and release the side of the bar to skip backward to the beginning of the current file. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous file.

To move rapidly within a file, press and hold either side ( of the SKIP bar.

or

Turning the selector knob to the right or the left also changes the file.

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To select a

Folder Selection different folder, press and release either side of the CATEGORY bar. Press the side to skip to the next folder, and press the skip to the beginning of the previous folder.

side to

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ToSelectaFilefromFolder and File Lists

Folder Selection

Track Selection

Press ENTER.

You can also select a folder or file from the list by using the selector knob. Push the selector knob (ENTER) to switch the display to the folder list, then turn the selector knob to select a folder. Press ENTER to change the display to the file list, then turn the same knob to select a file. Press ENTER to set your selection.

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Pressing the RETURN button goes back to the previous display and pressing the SETUP button cancels this setting mode.

ToSelectRepeat,Randomor ScanMode:

MENU ITEMS

Turn the selector knob to select an appropriate repeat, random or scan mode, then press the selector knob (ENTER) to set your selection.

You can select any type of repeat, random and scan modes by using the SETUP button and the selector knob. Push the SETUP button to display the menu items, then turn the selector knob to select ‘‘PLAY MODE.’’ Press the selector knob (ENTER) to set the selection.

To cancel the selected mode, press the SETUP button and turn the selector knob to show ‘‘PLAY MODE,’’ then press ENTER. When you see ‘‘NORMAL PLAY,’’ press ENTER again.

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This feature

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REPEAT ONE FLD replays all the files on the selected folder in the order they are stored. Select normal play to turn it off. Pressing either side of the CATEGORY bar also turns off this feature.

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RANDOM IN FLD This feature plays the files in the selected folder in random order. You will see F-RANDOM in the display. Select normal play to turn it off.

RANDOM IN DISC plays all the files in random order. You will see RANDOM in the display. Select normal play to turn it off.

This feature

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This function

SCAN TRK samples all files in the selected folder in the order they are stored. To activate the scan feature, press and release the SCAN button. You will see SCAN in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of each file in the folder. Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of the scan mode and play the last file sampled.

You can also select the scan feature from the menu items with the selector knob (see page ).

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PLAY MODE ITEMS

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This

REPEAT ONE TRK feature continuously plays a file. Select normal play to turn it off. Pressing either side of the SKIP bar also turns off this feature.

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This function

SCAN FLD samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored. To activate the folder scan feature, press and release the SCAN button repeatedly. You will see F-SCAN in the display. You will get a 10 second sampling of the first file in each folder. Press and hold the SCAN button to get out of the folder scan mode and play the last file sampled.

You can also select the folder scan feature from the menu items with the selector knob (see page ).

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Select normal play to turn either scan feature off. Pressing either side of the CATEGORY or SKIP bar also turns off the feature.

To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device To change modes, press the AM/ FM or button. Press the CD button to switch to the disc mode (if a disc is loaded). Press the AUX button to switch the audio mode between the USB or Audio.

Bluetooth

You can also press the MODE button on the steering wheel to change modes.

If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device, the system will begin playing where it left off.

Disconnectinga USBFlashMemoryDevice You can disconnect the USB flash memory device at any time even if the USB mode is selected on the audio system. Make sure to follow the USB flash memory device’s instructions when you remove it.

USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages If you see an error message in the display, see page

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Error Message

Cause

Solution

USB ERROR

USB ROM Error

BAD USB DEVICE

PLEASE CHECK

OWNERS MANUAL

Appears when an incompatible device is connected.

UNPLAYABLE FILE

Use of unsupported files

USB NO SONG

No files in USB flash memory device

UNSUPPORTED

Use of unsupported USB flash memory device

There is a problem with the USB adapter unit. 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 the files in the USB flash memory device are DRM or an unsupported format. This error message appears for about 3
seconds, then plays the next song. Appears when the USB flash memory device is empty or there are no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in the USB flash memory device. Save some MP3, WMA, or AAC files in the USB flash memory device. Appears when an unsupported device is connected. See page 273 for the specification information for the USB flash memory device. If it appears when the supported device is connected, reconnect the device.

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VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB

Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system)

AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON

SKIP BAR

SETUP BUTTON

SELECTOR KNOB

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Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system)

To Play

Bluetooth

Audio Files

Your vehicle is equipped with a Audio system, which Bluetooth allows you to listen to streaming Audio audio from your compatible phone. This function is only available on phones that are paired and linked to the vehicle’s Bluetooth system (see page

HandsFreeLink (HFL)

Bluetooth

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Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming audio capabilities are compatible with the system. You can find an approved phone by visiting , or by www.acura.com/handsfreelink calling the HandsFreeLink consumer support at 1-888-528-7876. In Canada, visit www.handsfreelink.ca or call (888) 528-7876.

In some states, provinces, NOTE: and territories, it may be illegal to perform some data device functions while driving.

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Make sure that your phone is paired and linked to HFL. Press the AUX button with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The audio Audio display shows the message and mark. Until the phone is recognized, you will see ‘‘NO CONNECT’’ on the display. This message will go off when the phone

Bluetooth

is recognized, then the system begins to play. After a device is linked, press the TITLE button to confirm the device name. The name of the device will appear on the audio display.

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

To begin to play the audio files, you may need to operate your phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s operating instructions.

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If an iPod, USB flash memory device, or audio unit connected to the auxiliary input jack was selected at the last mode, you will see iPod, USB, or AUX in the audio display. Push the AUX button again to to play audio files from your Audio phone.

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Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system)

In the following conditions, the display shows ‘‘NO CONNECT’’ message.

The phone is not linked to HFL. The phone is not turned on. The phone is not in the vehicle. Another HFL compatible phone, which is not compatible for Audio, is already Bluetooth connected.

Toskipafile Press the side of the SKIP bar to skip forward to the next file, and press the to the beginning of the current file. Push the side again to skip to the previous file.

side to skip backward

Turning the selector knob to the right or left also changes a file.

The skip function may not be

NOTE: available on some phone devices.

Topauseorresumeafile The resume/pause mode can stop playing a file temporarily. Press the SETUP button to display the audio settings.

Tochangesoundsettings

Turn the selector to select RESUME/PAUSE mode, then press ENTER to set your selection. Repeat to resume play.

The pause function may not NOTE: be available on some phone devices.

Press the SETUP button to display the audio settings. Turn the selector to select a desired sound mode, then press ENTER to set your selection. Turn the selector to your liking (see page information).

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Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system)

Toturnoffthe Bluetooth Select any other audio mode by pressing a button: AM/FM,

Audio mode

or CD (if a disc is loaded), on the audio control panel, or press the mode button on the steering wheel to select another audio mode. If an iPod or USB flash memory device is connected to the USB adapter cable, or audio unit is connected to AUX jack, pressing the AUX button also changes the mode.

Switching to another mode pauses the music playing from your phone.

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

ToswitchtoHFLmode If you receive a call when the Bluetooth HFL Talk button on the steering wheel. The display switches to the HFL mode (see page

Audio is playing, press the

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After ending the call, press the HFL Back button to go back to the Bluetooth

Audio mode.

If you receive a call while the system is in the pause mode, the mode will be canceled and will continue to play.

Bluetooth

Audio

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Interface Dial Most audio system functions can still be controlled by standard buttons, dials, and knobs, but some functions can only be accessed using the interface dial. The interface dial has two parts, a dial and a selector.

DIAL

Audio System (Models with navigation system)

Voice Control System The audio system can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation system manual for complete details.

SELECTOR

ENTER

The dial turns left and right. Use it to make selections or adjustments to a list or menu on the screen.

The selector can be pushed left, right, up, down, and in. Use the selector to scroll through lists, to select menus, and to highlight menu items. When you make a selection, press ENTER to go to that selection.

Personalization Setting When you unlock the doors with your remote and turn the audio system on, the driver’s ID (Driver 1
or Driver 2) is detected, and the radio presets and sound level settings (see page the respective memorized mode automatically.

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Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system)

TITLE BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CATEGORY BAR

TUNE BAR

AUDIO BUTTON

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INTERFACE DIAL

NAVIGATION SCREEN

VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB

(SOUND) BUTTON

CENTER DISPLAY

SKIP BAR

SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/AUTO SELECT) BAR

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STEREO INDICATOR

BAND

The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON. Press the AUDIO button to view the audio control display. Turn the system on by pressing the VOL/ knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the VOL/

knob.

Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system)

To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: tune, skip (seek), scan, the preset buttons, and auto select. On the FM band, you can also use the features provided by the radio data system (RDS). For more information on the RDS, see page 290

Your vehicle has the engine start/ stop button instead of an ignition switch. For more information on how to select the power mode, see page 184

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to are shown on the display. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. You can also change bands by pushing the interface selector up. Each time you push it up, the band will change to FM1, FM2 or AM. On the FM bands, STEREO will be shown on the navigation screen and ST on the center display, if the station is broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.

On the AM band, AM noise reduction turns on automatically.

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interface selector, then push the interface selector up to go back.

SCAN

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The skip (seek)

SKIP (SEEK) function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To To activate it, press either side ) of the SKIP bar, then release it.

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TUNE

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side of the bar to tune

Use the TUNE bar to tune

TUNE the radio to a desired frequency. Press the to a higher frequency, or the side to tune to a lower frequency. To tune with the interface dial, push the interface selector down, and turn the interface dial to select Tune. Then press ENTER on the interface selector, and turn the interface dial to the desired frequency. To exit the TUNE mode, press ENTER on the

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The SCAN function

SCAN samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN side of the SCAN A.SEL bar, then release it.

To scan with the interface dial, push the interface selector down, and turn the interface dial to select Scan, then press ENTER on the interface selector.

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When the system finds a strong signal, it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds. When it plays a station that you want to listen to, press the SCAN side of the bar again.

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Press the preset button, and hold it until you hear a beep. You can also store frequencies with the interface dial. Select the preset icon you want to store the frequency on, then press ENTER on the interface selector, and hold it until you hear a beep.

A.SEL INDICATOR

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Each preset button or

Preset preset icon can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on FM.

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Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.

A.SEL

Tostoreapresetmemorylocation: Select the desired band, AM or 1. FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations each.

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Use the tune, skip (seek), scan, or RDS function to tune the radio to a desired station.

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If you are

AUTO SELECT traveling and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area.

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If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons (icons) as previously described.

Radio Data System (RDS) On the FM band, you can select a favorite station and display the program service name provided by the radio data system (RDS).

select A.Sel on Tocancelautoselect, the audio menu again and turn the interface dial to select A.SEL OFF, or press the A.SEL side of the bar again. This restores the presets you originally set.

RDSINFODisplay The RDS INFO display function shows the name of the station you are listening to. With the audio system on and the FM band selected, you can turn this function on or off.

For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 385

Push the interface selector down to display the AUDIO MENU. Turn the interface dial to select A.SEL, then press ENTER on the interface selector. Turn the interface dial to select ON, then press ENTER on the interface selector. You will see A.SEL on the center display and the audio control display (if selected), and the system goes into auto select mode for several seconds.

You can also press the A.SEL side of the SCAN/A.SEL bar. You will see A.SEL on the center display or the screen, and the system goes into auto select mode for several seconds.

The system stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons (icons).

You will see ‘‘0’’ displayed if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button (icon).

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RDS INFO MESSAGE

To switch the RDS INFO display function on and off, press and release the TITLE button. With the system on, you will see the ‘‘RDS INFO ON’’ message on the center display. If the station you are listening to is an RDS station, the displayed frequency switches to the station name.

If the station you are listening to is not an RDS station, the audio screen and the center display continue to show the frequency.

When you turn off this function by pressing the TITLE button, the center display shows ‘‘RDS INFO OFF.’’

If the station you are

NOTE: listening to is an RDS station, the audio screen will always display the RDS information.

RadioDataSystem(RDS)Category

RDS SEARCH

On the FM band selected, you can select the program type provided by the RDS. Press the AUDIO button to display the radio information on the screen. Push down the interface selector, then turn the interface dial to select RDS search. Press ENTER to set your selection. The principal RDS categories are shown as follows:

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ALL: All RDS category stations COUNTRY: Country music TOP 40: Top 40 hits ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft rock music OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies JAZZ: Jazz SOFT: Adult hits and soft music R & B: Rhythm and blues, and soft rhythm and blues CLASSIC: Classical music RELIGION: Programs concerned with religion INFO: News, information, sports, talk shows, foreign language, personality, public, college, and weather TRAFFIC: Traffic information

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RDS CATEGORY

Turn the interface dial to select an RDS category. You can use the search or scan function to find radio stations on the selected RDS category by pressing the interface selector to the left or the right. Press ENTER to set your selection. If you do nothing while the RDS category is selected, the selected category is canceled.

RDS CATEGORY

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You can also select an RDS category with the CATEGORY bar. Press either side ( CATEGORY bar to display an RDS category in the center display. Select a category by pressing either side of the bar.

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RDSCategorySearch This function searches up and down for strong signal frequencies that carry the selected RDS category information. This can help you to find a station in your favorite category. To activate it, press and release either side ( the SKIP bar. You will also see the selected RDS category name blinking in the center display while searching it.

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If the system does not find a station, ‘‘NOTHING’’ will blink for about 5
seconds, then the system goes back to the last selected station.

Turn the interface dial to the desired RDS category.

While the RDS category is selected, move the interface selector to the left or right to select SEEK up, SEEK down, or SCAN in the upper right corner of the screen. Press ENTER to activate the RDS category search (SEEK up/down).

SEEK/SCAN ICON (RDS Search mode)

RDS CATEGORY LIST

SEEK is selected.

To activate RDS category search with the interface dial, push the AUDIO button to display the FM radio information on the screen. Push the interface selector down, and turn the interface dial to select RDS search. Press ENTER on the interface selector. The screen shows you the RDS category list.

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RDSCategorySCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected RDS category one by one. To activate it, press and release the SCAN side of the SCAN/A.SEL bar. You will see SCAN in the center display. The system will scan for a station with a strong signal in the selected RDS category. You will also see the selected RDS category name blinking in the center display while scanning it. When the system finds one, it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system will scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds. When it plays a station that you want to listen to, press the SCAN side of the SCAN/ A.SEL bar again.

If the system does not find a station, ‘‘NOTHING’’ will blink for about 5
seconds, then the system goes back to the last selected station.

SEEK/SCAN ICON (RDS Search mode)

RDS CATEGORY LIST

SCAN is selected.

To activate RDS category scan with the interface dial, push the AUDIO button to display the FM radio information on the screen. Push the interface selector down, and turn the interface dial to select RDS search on the audio menu. Press ENTER on the interface selector. The screen shows you the RDS category list.

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Turn the interface dial to the desired RDS category.

While the RDS category is selected, move the interface selector to the left or the right to select SCAN. Then press ENTER to activate the RDS SCAN.

RadioTextDisplay This function displays the radio text information of the selected RDS station.

If the selected RDS station has the radio text information, you will see the text indicator on the screen.

TEXT INDICATOR

READ RADIO TEXT

To activate radio text display, use the interface dial. Push the interface selector down, and turn the interface dial to select Read Radio Text. Press ENTER on the interface selector to enter the setting.

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Adjusting the Sound BASS, TREBLE, FADER, and BALANCE are each adjustable. You can also adjust the strength of the sound coming from the center and subwoofer speakers. In addition, you can set the Dolby PL (ProLogic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC).

These adjustments can be made with the interface dial.

(Sound) button or the

SOUND SETUP