4 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 1 31TL1Q50 00X31-TL1-Q500 owners.acura.com 2014 Acura TSX Sedan Advanced Technology Guide ©2013 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 2 ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY GUIDE This Advanced Technology Guide is designed to help you get VOICE RECOGNITION NAVIGATION p. 12 acquainted with your 2014 Acura TSX Sedan and provide basic instructions on some of its technology and convenience p. 16 MULTI-INFORMATION D I S P L A Y p. 4 features. This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general information. See your Owner’s Manual for more information. Malfunction Indicators If an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 4 MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (MID) Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information. Accessing the MID When you start the engine, the MID shows the last active lower display from the previous drive cycle. To toggle between the different displays: • Press either Info button (▲/▼) for the main displays. • Press SEL/RESET for the lower displays.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 5 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Alerts you when one or more of your tires have significantly low pressure. How It Works Customizing Settings Using the MID Four groups of settings can be programmed using the MID: Meter Setup, Position Setup, Lighting Setup, and Door Setup. See your Owner’s Manual for a complete list of programmable settings.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 6 DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (DPMS) Store driver’s seat positions into memory for each corresponding remote transmitter (1 or 2). Programming the DPMS 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Shift into Park (P) or apply the parking brake for manual transmission vehicles. 3. Press SET. You will hear a beep. 2. Adjust the seat to your preferred position. 4.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 7 FUEL FILL DOOR Easy-to-use locking fuel door keeps your fuel cap covered. Opening the Fuel Fill Door When you unlock the driver’s door with the master door lock switch or the remote transmitter, the fuel door unlocks. HOMELINK® Program your vehicle to operate up to three remote-controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 8 VOICE RECOGNITION To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, use the Talk button to say voice commands to operate certain vehicle features. Functions by Voice Command Control up to five different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the ceiling microphone. NAVIGATION* p. 16 BLUETOOTH ®HANDSFREELINK® Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call, or go directly to the Cellular Phone screen.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 9 Commonly Used Voice Commands Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these to familiarize yourself with the voice command system. Press and release the Talk button before you say a command.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 10 NAVIGATION (Technology Package) Real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current location and help guide you to a desired destination. Entering a Destination Address Using Voice Control Set a destination using a street address. For other destination options, see your Navigation Manual. Press command. Press and and release release the the Talk Talk button button before before you you give say aa command. 1.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 11 A c u r a L i n k R e a l - T i m e T r a f f i c TM* ( i f e q u i p p e d ) Provides continuously updated information, including traffic speed, incidents, and construction in major metro areas. Press and release the Talk button before you say a command. Displaying Traffic Information Heavy traffic Moderate traffic Free-flow traffic Note: Traffic flow and incident icons are only displayed on map scales of 5 miles or less.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 12 A C U R A L I N K® M E S S A G E S (Technology Package) Acura periodically sends you messages on vehicle features, recall and safety information, maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information. Types of Messages There are six kinds of messages you can receive. Feature Guide Daily messages on features for the first 90 days of ownership. Quick Tips Additional or updated vehicle information.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 13 HFL Phonebook Making a Call Press and release the HFL Talk button before you say a command. 1. Say “Call” and the phone number. 0123-345-6789 3. The call is connected and heard through the speakers. Store up to 50 names and their phone numbers, which can be used as speed dial entries. Press and release the HFL Talk button before you say a command. 1. Say “Phonebook.” 3. Say the name of the contact, and then the phone number.
TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 14 B L UETOOTH ® HANDSFREELINK® (Technology Package) Place and receive phone calls through your vehicle's navigation and audio systems. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if your phone is compatible. Using HFL Pairing Your Phone (continued) Use this pairing method when a phone has already been paired to the system, or when you want to pair an additional phone. Press and release the Talk button before you say a command. 1.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:14 AM Page 15 Making a Call Using Speed Dial and Voice Tags Dialing a Number Press and release the Talk button before you say a command. 1. Press the Pick-Up button to go to the Cellular Phone screen. 3. Say the entire phone number. 2. Say “Dial.” 4. Say “Dial” to begin the call. Using the Imported Phonebook* Press and release the Talk button before you say a command. 1. Press the Pick-Up button to go to the Cellular Phone screen. 2. Say “Phonebook.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:15 AM Page 16 iPod® or USB Flash Drive Play audio files from your compatible iPod or USB flash drive through your vehicle’s audio system. See your Owner’s Manual for a list of compatible devices. Connecting and Playing Audio 1. Open the center console, and pull out the USB adapter cable. 3. Press (9) (:) or (+) (-) to change tracks. HARD DISC DRIVE (HDD) AUDIO (Technology Package) Record CDs onto your vehicle’s hard disc drive.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:15 AM Page 17 S O N G B Y V O I C E TM ( S B V ) (Technology Package) Play songs from your iPod and HDD from most navigation/audio screens by using simple voice commands. Playing Audio Files Using Voice Commands Press and release the Talk button before you say a command. Using the “Play” Command Say “iPod search” or “HDD search.” Using the “List” Command Say “List” and one of the options on the Search Mode screen. For example, say “List Artist XYZ.
14 TSX 4D ATG_ATG_NEW STYLE 5/24/2013 9:16 AM Page 18 B L UETOOTH ® A U D I O Play audio files from your compatible phone through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if this feature is compatible with your phone. P l a y i n g Bluetooth A u d i o 1. Make sure your phone is on and paired to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 21 or 24). ACURA OWNERS Visit owners.acura.
