2008 Acura RDX Owner's Manual - Page 256

Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Your vehicle is equipped with the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL). HFL uses Bluetooth® technology to link your cell phone to your vehicle. With HFL, you can place and receive calls through your vehicle's audio system, without the distraction of handling your cell phone. To use this feature, you need a Bluetoothcompatible cell phone with the HandsFree Profile. For more information, and a list of compatible cell phones, visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or call 1-888-528-7876. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1-888-9-ACURA-9. Here are the main features of the HFL. Instructions for using the HFL begin on page 253. Voice Control HFL recognizes simple voice commands, such as phone numbers and names. It uses these commands to automatically dial, receive, and store numbers. For more information on voice control, see Using Voice Control on page 255 . Bluetooth Wireless Technology Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth is the wireless technology that links your phone to the HFL. The HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which means the maximum range between your phone and vehicle is 30 feet (10 meters). To use the HFL, your phone must have approved Bluetooth capability along with the Hands-Free Profile. This type of phone is available through many phone makers and cellular carriers. You can also find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or by calling the HandsFreeLink consumer support at 1-888-528-7876. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1888-9-ACURA-9. Incoming/Outgoing Calls With a linked phone, the HFL allows you to send and receive calls in your vehicle without holding the phone. Phonebook The HFL can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in its phonebook. With a linked phone, you can then automatically dial any name or number in the phonebook. Here are the main components of the HFL system: Microphone The HFL microphone is on the ceiling console. The microphone is shared with the navigation system. 252 2008 RDX