2010 Acura TSX Owners Manual

Never try to insert foreign objects in the disc changer.

Handle a disc by its edges; never touch either surface. Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the disc. These, along with contamination from finger prints, liquids, and felt- tip pens, can cause the disc to not play properly, or possibly jam in the drive.

2010 TSXAdditional Information on Recommended Discs The in-dash disc player/changer has a sophisticated and delicate mechanism. If you insert a damaged disc as indicated in this section, it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit.

Examples of these discs are shown to the right:

Protecting Your Discs

1.

Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and excessively thick discs

Bubbled/ Wrinkled

With Label/ Sticker

Using Printer Label Kit

Sealed

With Plastic Ring

2.

Damaged discs

3.

Poor quality discs

Chipped/ Cracked

Warped

Burrs

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4.

Small, irregular shaped discs

5.

Discs with scratches, dirty discs

Recommended discs are printed with the following logo.

Fingerprints, scratches, etc.

CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions.

Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip.

Audio unit may not play the following formats.

This audio unit cannot play a Dual- disc .

3-inch (8-cm) CD

Triangle Shape

Can Shape

Arrow Shape

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2010 TSXPlaying an iPod (Models with navigation system)

USB ICON

MAP BUTTON

AUDIO BUTTON

CANCEL BUTTON

INTERFACE DIAL

iPod ICON

CENTER DISPLAY

AUX BUTTON

SKIP BAR

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To Play an iPod This audio system can operate the audio files on the iPod with the same controls used for the in-dash disc changer. 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 recharged 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.

VoiceControlSystem You can select the AUX mode by using the navigation system voice control buttons, but cannot operate the play mode functions.

iPods compatible with your audio system using the USB adapter cable are:

Model

iPod Classic 5th Gen. (2005 or later) iPod classic (2007 or later) iPod nano iPod nano 2nd generation iPod nano 3rd generation iPod touch iPhone

Software

Ver. 1.2 or more

Ver. 1.0 or more

Ver. 1.2 or more Ver. 1.1.2 or more

Ver. 1.0 or more

Ver. 1.1.1 or more Ver. 1.1.1 or more

Use only compatible iPods with the latest software. iPods that are not compatible will not work in this audio unit.

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NOTE:

Do not connect your iPod using a hub.

ConnectinganiPod

USB ADAPTER CABLE

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.

USB ADAPTER CABLE

USB CONNECTOR

DOCK CONNECTOR

1.

Unclip the USB connector by pivoting it, and pull out the USB adapter cable in the console compartment.

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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The current file number and total of the selected playable files are displayed in the center display. Pressing the AUDIO button displays the artist, album and track (file) names on the navigation screen.

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

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 ipod.

www.apple.com/

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ToChangeorSelectFiles Use the SKIP bar while an iPod 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.

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ToSelectaFilefromiPodMenu

You can also change files with the interface dial. Press the AUDIO button to show the audio control display on the navigation screen. Push the selector to the right side to skip forward and to the left side to skip backward.

You can also select a file from any of the iPod menus: playlists, artists, albums and songs, by using the interface dial. Press the AUDIO button to display the audio control display on the navigation screen. Push up the interface selector to display the iPod menu. Turn the knob on the interface dial to select a desired list.

Push ENTER on the selector to display the items on that list, then turn the knob on the interface dial to select a desired list. Pushing the selector up or down moves a selection to the top or bottom of the screen items. Press ENTER to set your selection.

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ToSelectRepeatorRandomMode:

To cancel the selected mode, press ENTER again while the highlighted mode is selected on the audio control display.

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

Press the AUDIO button to go back to the normal audio playing display. Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the previous screen, and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio control display on the screen.

Push down the selector.

You can select any type of repeat and random mode on the audio menu. Press the AUDIO button to display the audio control screen, then push down the selector to display the audio menu. Turn the knob on the interface dial to select an audio mode: repeat, album random, and track random. Press ENTER to set your selection.

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This feature

TRACK RANDOM plays all available files from the selected items in the iPod menu list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. You will see TRACK RANDOM on the screen.

To turn it off, have this mode highlighted and press ENTER again.

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This feature

ALBUM RANDOM plays all available albums from the selected items in the iPod menu list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. The files in each album are played in the recorded order. You will see ALBUM RANDOM on the screen.

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REPEAT This feature continuously plays a file. To turn it off, press ENTER again.

Pressing either side of the SKIP bar changes the file while keeping the repeat feature.

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button. Press the DISC

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

Audio and

Bluetooth

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DisconnectinganiPod You can disconnect the iPod at any time when you see ‘‘OK to disconnect’’ message in the iPod display. Always make sure you see ‘‘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.

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

When you disconnect the iPod while it is playing, the center display and the audio screen (if selected) show NO DATA.

To turn it off, have this mode highlighted and press ENTER again.

You can also select another list from the iPod menu while keeping the random 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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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.

iPod Error Messages If you see an error message in the center display, see page

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If you see an error message in the center 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.

Error Message

FILE ERROR

MEDIA ERROR

Solution

The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the iPod. There is a possibility that the files have been damaged. Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted.

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VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB

USB INDICATOR

CATEGORY BAR

MAP BUTTON

AUDIO BUTTON

CANCEL BUTTON

AUDIO CONTROL DISPLAY

(SOUND) BUTTON

CENTER DISPLAY AUX BUTTON

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

INTERFACE DIAL

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2010 TSXPlaying a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system)

To Play a USB Flash Memory Device This audio system can operate the audio files on a USB flash memory device with the same controls used for the in-dash disc changer. 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.

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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. The USB flash memory device limit is up to 700 folders or up to 65535 files.

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

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The recommended USB flash memory devices are 256 MB or higher. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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VoiceControlSystem You can select the AUX mode by using the navigation system voice control buttons, but cannot operate the play mode functions.

The specifications for compatible MP3 files are: −

Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1) 16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) Bitrate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/ 160/192/224/256/320/VBR kbps (MPEG1) Supported standards: MPEG1 Audio Layer3
MPEG2 Audio Layer3
Partition: Top partition only Maximum layers: 8

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The specifications for compatible WMA files are: −

Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bitrate: 48 320/VBR kbps (Max 384) Supported standards: WMA version 7/8/9
Partition: Top partition only Maximum layers: 8

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The specifications for compatible AAC files are: −

Sampling frequency: 8/11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/ 44.1/48 kHz Bitrate: 48
Supported standards: MPEG4/AAC LC MPEG2/AAC LC Partition: Top partition only Maximum layers: 8

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320 kbps

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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.

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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ConnectingaUSBFlashMemory Device

USB ADAPTER CABLE

When the USB device is connected and the USB mode is selected on the audio system, the USB indicator is shown in the center display. It also shows the folder and file numbers. Pressing the AUDIO button displays the folder and file names, and the elapsed time in the navigation screen.

USB CONNECTOR

1.

Unclip the USB connector by pivoting it, and pull out the USB adapter cable in the console compartment.

USB ADAPTER CABLE

2.

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

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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

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To select a

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

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▼

SKIP DIRECTION

SKIP DIRECTION

You can also change files with the interface dial. Press the AUDIO button to show the audio control display on the navigation screen. Push the selector knob to the right side to skip to the beginning of the next file, and to the left side to skip to the beginning of the current file. Pushing it to the left again skips to the beginning of the previous file.

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ToSelectaFilefromFolderandFile Lists

You can also select a folder or file from the list by using the interface dial. Press the AUDIO button to show the audio control display on the navigation screen.

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Push up the selector on the interface dial to switch the display to the folder list, then turn the knob on the interface dial to select a folder.

Press ENTER to change the display to the file list, then turn the knob on the interface dial to select a file. Press ENTER to set your selection.

To go back to the normal playing display, press the AUDIO button. Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the previous screen and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio mode display.

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ToSelectRepeat,RandomorScan Mode:

highlighted play mode, then press ENTER to turn off that selected mode.

TRACK RANDOM plays all the files in random order.

This feature

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You can select any type of repeat, random and scan modes on the audio menu screen. Press the AUDIO button to show the audio control display on the navigation screen. Push down the selector on the interface dial to display the audio menu items.

Turn the knob on the interface dial to select a play mode: folder random, track random, folder repeat, track repeat. Press ENTER to set your selection.

To cancel the selected mode, push down the selector to display the audio menu on the audio control display. Turn the knob on the interface dial to select the

FOLDER RANDOM feature plays the files in the selected folder in random order.

This

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TRACK REPEAT This feature continuously plays a file. Pressing either side of the SKIP bar also turns off this feature.

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This feature

FOLDER REPEAT replays all the files in the selected folder in the order they are stored. Pressing either side of the CATEGORY bar also turns off this feature.

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Pressing either side of the CATEGORY or SKIP bar also turns off the feature.

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This function

TRACK SCAN samples all files in the selected folder in the order they are stored. To activate the scan feature, push the selector to the right. You will see TRACK SCAN on the screen. You will also see SCAN on the center display and the file number blinking. You will get a 10 second sampling of each file in the folder. Push the selector repeatedly to get out of the scan mode. The system plays the last file sampled.

You can also select the scan feature with the SCAN side of the SCAN/ A.SEL bar on the control panel. Press and release the SCAN side of the bar. Press and hold the SCAN side of the bar to get out of the scan mode and play the last file sampled.

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This function

FOLDER SCAN samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored. To activate the folder scan feature, push the selector to the right repeatedly. You will see FOLDER SCAN on the screen. You will also see SCAN on the center display and the folder number blinking. You will get a 10
second sampling of the first file in each folder. Push the selector repeatedly to get out of the scan mode. The system plays the last file sampled.

You can also select the folder scan feature with the SCAN side of the SCAN/A.SEL bar on the control panel. Press and release the SCAN side of the bar repeatedly. Press and hold the SCAN side of the bar to get out of the folder scan mode and play the last file sampled.

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button. Press the DISC

To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device To play the radio, press the AM, FM or 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

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

DisconnectingaUSBFlashMemory Device 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.

When you disconnect the USB flash memory device while it is playing, the center display and the audio screen (if selected) show NO DATA.

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

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If you see an error message in the center display while playing a USB flash memory device, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your dealer.

Error Message

Solution

FILE ERROR

MEDIA ERROR

The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the USB flash memory device. There is a possibility that the files have been damaged. Appears when the unsupported USB flash memory device is inserted.

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2010 TSXBluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system)

TITLE BUTTON

AUDIO BUTTON

U.S. model is shown.

INTERFACE DIAL

AUX BUTTON

SKIP BAR

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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

311

).

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 , or call 1-888-9-ACURA-9.

www.acura.ca

In some states, it may be

NOTE: illegal to perform some data device functions while driving.

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To Play

Bluetooth

Audio Files

Make sure that your phone is paired and linked to HFL. 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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Press the AUX button with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. When the phone is recognized, you will see the Bluetooth

Audio message and icon

on the center display and the audio control display on the navigation screen (if selected), and the system begins to play.

Once a device is linked, the name of the device will appear on the screen. Pressing the TITLE button switches the center display between the Audio and the device Bluetooth name. If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system, there will be delay before the system begins to play.

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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 center display and the audio control display on the navigation screen (if selected). Push the AUX button again to play audio Audio files from your phone.

Bluetooth

2010 TSXIn the following conditions, the display shows ‘‘NO CONNECT’’ message after pressing the TITLE button.

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.

Bluetooth

Audio compatible

If your phone does not operate as described, make sure it is an Acura approved phone. To find out if your phone is approved, go to handsfreelink ca consumer support at 1-888-528-7876.

), or call the HandsFreeLink

www.acura.com/

(in Canada,

www.acura.

Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system)

VoiceControlSystem You can select the AUX mode by using the navigation system voice control buttons, but cannot operate the play mode functions.

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

You can also operate the skip function with the interface dial on the audio control display of the navigation screen. Push the AUDIO button. Each time you push the selector on the interface dial to the right, the system skips forward to the beginning of the next file. Push it to the left to skip backward to the beginning to the current file. Push the selector to the left again to skip to the previous file.

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Tochangesoundsettings

Turn the knob on the interface dial to switch the setting between the resume/pause mode and the sound mode. Select RESUME/PAUSE, then press ENTER to set your selection. Each time you press ENTER, the system switches between the resume mode and pause mode.

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

Press the AUDIO button, then push down the selector to display the audio menu. Turn the knob to switch the setting between the resume/ pause mode and the sound mode. Select SOUND, then press ENTER to set your selection.

Topauseorresumeafile

The resume/pause mode can stop playing a file temporarily.

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Turn the knob to select a sound mode, then press ENTER to set your selection. Turn the knob to your liking (see page 233
setting information).

for more sound

Audio is playing, press the

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

304

).

ToturnofftheBluetooth Audio mode Select any other audio mode by pressing a button; FM, AM,

or DISC (if a disc is loaded),

on the audio control panel or press the mode button on the steering wheel repeatedly to select another audio mode. If 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 a mode.

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

Audio mode.

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

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

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.

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FM/AM Radio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequen- cies:

AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz

Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).

Stations must use these exact frequencies. It is fairly common for stations to round-off the frequency in their advertising, so your radio could display a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may identify the station as ‘‘FM101.’’

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FM/AM Radio Reception How well the radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.

A radio station’s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter. If you are listening to an AM station, you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. If you are listening to an FM station, you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens. Eventually, the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station’s signal.

Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a frequency close to the frequency of the station you are listening to can also affect your radio’s reception. You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you are close to.

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AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

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Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by large objects such as buildings and hills. Your radio then receives both the direct signal from the station’s transmitter, and the deflected signal. This causes the sound to distort or flutter. This is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving.

Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, high humidity, and even sunspots. You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems.

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MODE BUTTON

VOL BUTTON

CH BUTTON

Three controls for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. These let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the wheel.

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) or down (

The VOL button adjusts the volume up ( ). Press the top or bottom of the button, hold it until the desired volume is reached, then release it.

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The MODE button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, or disc (if a disc(s) is loaded). On models with XM Radio, you can also select XM1 and XM2. If an iPod or a USB flash memory device is plugged into the system, you can also select AUX.

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If you are listening to the radio, use the CH button to change stations. Each time you press the top ( ) of the button, the system goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to. Press the bottom − preset station. If you press and hold the CH button ( ), the system goes into the skip (seek)

) to go back to the previous

) or (

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mode. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.

If you are playing a disc, the system skips to the beginning of the next track (file in MP3 or WMA format) ) of each time you press the top ( ＋ the CH button. Press the bottom − current track/file. Press it twice to return to the previous track/file.

) to return to the beginning of the

You will see the track/file number and the elapsed time. If the disc has text data or is compressed in MP3 or WMA, you can also see any other information (track title, file name, folder name, etc.).

2010 TSXIn MP3 or WMA mode, you can use the skip function to select folders. Press and hold the top ( ) of the CH button until you hear a beep, to skip forward to the first file of the next folder. Press the bottom ( ) to − skip backward to the previous folder.

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ExceptCanadianTSXwith4-cylinder engine If you are playing a USB flash memory device or iPod with the USB adapter cable, press and release the top ( forward to the beginning of the next file. Press the bottom ( ) to skip backward to the beginning to the current file. Press it twice to return to the previous file.

) of the CH button to skip

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Remote Audio Controls, Auxiliary Input Jack

When playing a USB flash memory device, you can also use the seek function to skip the folder. To activate this, press and hold either side of the CH button until you hear a beep.

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem If you are playing a conventional CD (without the text data and not compressed in MP3 or WMA), you can use the skip function to select discs. Press and hold the top ( ) of ＋ the CH button until you hear a beep, to skip forward to the next disc. Press and hold the bottom ( ) to skip backward to the previous disc.

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Auxiliary Input Jack

The auxiliary input jack is inside the console compartment. The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.

When a compatible audio unit is connected to the jack, press the AUX button to select it.

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2010 TSXThe system will retain your AM and FM presets even if power is disconnected.

OnmodelswithAcuraLink NOTE: If you have a My Acura account, you can retrieve the anti-theft code online.

Radio Theft Protection

Your vehicle’s audio system may disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific five-digit code with the preset buttons. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from the five digits, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received a radio code card that lists your audio system’s code and serial numbers. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system’s serial number in this owner’s manual.

If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your dealer. To do this, you will need the audio system’s serial number.

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If your vehicle’s battery is discon- nected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the frequency display (on the center display on models with navigation system) the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset buttons to enter the five-digit code. The code is on the radio code card included in your owner’s manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have ten tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in ten attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1
hour before trying again.

2010 TSXOnmodelswithoutnavigationsystem To set the time, press the CLOCK button until you hear a beep. The displayed time begins to blink.

Change the hours by pressing the H (hour) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Change the minutes by pressing the M (minute) button until the numbers advance to the desired time.

Press the CLOCK button again to enter the set time.

You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, press and hold the CLOCK button, then press the R (reset) button to set the time back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, the same procedure sets the time forward to the beginning of the next hour.

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Setting the Clock

CLOCK BUTTON

RESET BUTTON (PRESET 6)

For example:

1:06 would RESET to 1:00. 1:52 would RESET to 2:00.

HOUR BUTTON (PRESET 4)

MINUTE BUTTON (PRESET 5)

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem The navigation system receives signals from the global positioning system (GPS), and the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS. Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time.

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2010 TSXSetting the Clock

Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem AdjustingtheClockwithMENU Button You can also adjust the clock and switch the clock display between 24- hours and 12-hours in the menu mode.

To adjust the clock setting:

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Press and release the MENU button. The display shows you the menu items.

You can adjust the clock setting with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

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Turn the selector knob to select ‘‘CLOCK ADJUST.’’

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Press the selector knob (ENTER) to enter your selection. The display changes to the clock adjusting display.

Turn the selector knob to select the item which you want to adjust. Turning the selector knob will change the selected item between the clock display setting, hours, minutes, and SET. The selected item is indicated with in the display.

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Turn the selector knob to change the setting between 12H and 24H.

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Press the selector knob (ENTER) to enter your selection. The display will return to the clock adjusting display.

MINUTE SETTING

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To set the time, turn the selector knob and select the hours or the minutes, then press the knob to enter your selection. The display changes to the setting display.

8.

Turn the selector knob to count the numbers up or down.

9.

Press the selector knob (ENTER) to enter your selection. The display will return to the clock adjusting display.

Setting the Clock

While setting the clock, pressing the RETURN button will go back to the previous display. Pressing the MENU button again will cancel this setting mode.

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2010 TSXSetting the Clock, Security System

Security System The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the audio unit. This alarm continues for two minutes, then the system resets. To reset an activated system before the two minutes have elapsed, unlock the driver’s door with the key or the remote transmitter.

The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, and trunk. For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the outside with the key, driver’s lock tab, door lock master switch, or remote transmitter. The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself.

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

Once the security system is set, opening any door (without using the key or the remote transmitter), the hood, or the trunk will cause the alarm to activate. It will also activate if the audio unit is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is cut.

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To enter the clock setting, turn the selector knob to select ‘‘SET,’’ then press the knob. The display will return to the menu item display.

11.

Press either the RETURN or MENU button to go back to the normal display.

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2010 TSXUse the remote transmitter NOTE: to quickly check that the hood, the trunk, and all doors are closed. Push the lock button twice within 5
seconds. There should be an audible confirmation beep.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it.

With the system set, you can still open the trunk with the remote transmitter without triggering the alarm. The alarm will sound if the trunk lock is forced, or the trunk is opened with the trunk release button on the driver’s door or the emergency trunk opener.

The security system will not set if the hood, trunk, or any door is not fully closed. If the system will not set, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and check the indicators on the multi-information display. Close any door or the trunk indicated on the display. Check the hood visually since it is not part of the display, and shut it if necessary.

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2010 TSXCompass

Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem Compass Operation Compass operation can be affected by driving near power lines or stations, across bridges, through tunnels, over railroad crossings, past large vehicles, or driving near large objects that can cause a magnetic disturbance. It can also be affected by accessories such as antennas and roof racks that are mounted by magnets.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the compass is self-calibrating, then the compass display is shown in the display.

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Compass Calibration

COMPASS

U.S. model is shown.

The compass may need to be manually calibrated after exposure to a strong magnetic field. If the compass seems to be continually showing the wrong direction and is not self-calibrating, or the compass display is blinking with the CAL indicator on, do the following.

COMPASS SETTING MENU ITEMS

Do this procedure in an open

NOTE: area, away from buildings, power lines, and other vehicles.

1.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

2.

Press and hold the MENU button for about 5 seconds. The display shows you the compass setting menu items.

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Press the selector knob (ENTER). The compass display is blinking and the CAL indicator is shown.

6.

Drive the vehicle slowly in two complete circles.

When the calibration is successfully completed, the CAL indicator goes off and the compass display will stop blinking and show an actual heading.

The audio system is not related to the compass system. Even if the compass system is calibrating, the display returns to the normal display which you last selected.

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3.

Turn the selector knob to select ‘‘CALIBRATION.’’

4.

Press the selector knob (ENTER) to enter your selection. The display shows you ‘‘PUSH CAL START.’’

While setting the compass, pressing the RETURN button will go back to the previous display. Pressing the MENU button will cancel the compass setting mode.

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Compass Zone Selection In most areas, there is a variation between magnetic north and true north. Zone selection is required so the compass can compensate for this variation. To check and select the zone, do this:

1.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

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3.

Press and hold the MENU button for about 5 seconds. The display shows you the compass setting menu items.

Turn the selector knob to select ‘‘ZONE.’’ Press the selector knob (ENTER) to enter your selection. The display shows you the currently selected zone number.

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ZONE NUMBER

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Once the correct zone is displayed, press the selector knob. The display then returns to normal.

4.

Find the zone for your area on the map (see page ). If the correct zone is not shown, turn the selector knob to cycle the zone lists up or down.

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If necessary, press the RETURN button to return to the previous display. Pressing the MENU button will cancel the compass setting mode.

2010 TSXThe audio system is not related to the compass system. Even if the compass system is in the zone setting mode, the display returns to the normal display which you last selected.

Zone Map

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2010 TSXCruise Control

Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.

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Using Cruise Control

CRUISE BUTTON

RES/ACCEL BUTTON

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Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated.

CANCEL BUTTON

SET/DECEL BUTTON

1.

Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on.

The cruise control system can be left on, even when it is not in use.

2.

Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

2010 TSXCruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your vehicle speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will come back on.

Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

Press and hold the RES/ACCEL button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

Push on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed, then press the SET/ DECEL button.

To increase the speed in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL button. Each time you do this, your vehicle will speed up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Cruise Control

You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

If you need to decrease your NOTE: speed quickly, use the brakes as you normally would.

Press and hold the SET/DECEL button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/DECEL button repeatedly. Each time you do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will go out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the SET/ DECEL button.

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Even with the cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake or clutch pedal causes the cruise control to cancel.

Canceling Cruise Control You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.

Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel.

Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will remember the previously set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), and then press and release the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on. The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed.

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2010 TSXHomeLink Universal Transceiver

The HomeLink Universal Transceiver built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate up to three remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.

General Safety Information Before programming your HomeLink to operate a garage door opener, confirm that the opener has an external entrapment protection system, such as an ‘‘electronic eye,’’ or other safety and reverse stop features.

If your garage door was manufactured before April 1, 1982, you may not be able to program HomeLink to operate it. These units do not have safety features that cause the motor to stop and reverse it if an obstacle is detected during closing, increasing the risk of injury. Do not use HomeLink with any

garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features.