Usaspec Bt45-hon3 User manual

the newly engineered innovative

Bluetooth music & phone interface

All Speaker

Playback

3.5 mm

AUX Input

HandsFree

Phone Call

Wireless Media

Streaming

♬

USB

Charging

The Acura and Honda names and vehicle model names are trademarks owned by

or licensed to Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Features:

• Android, Apple, Blackberry, & Windows compatible.

• Plug & Play installation and seamless integration with OEM

entertainment systems.

• Automatically mutes radio with easy one-button operation

to answer/end or reject phone calls.

• Incoming caller number announcement & display on supported

radios

• Built in noise cancellation for crystal clear call quality

• Full & rich audio quality for media streaming with music

info display on supported radios.

www.usaspec.com

167 Mason Way, A-2

City of Industry, CA 91746

Element (double din

radio only)

03 - 11

Accord 03 - 12

Accord Hybrid 05 - 12

Civic 06 - 12

CRV 05 - 11

CRZ 10 - 12

Fit 07 - 13

Insight 10 - 12

Odyssey 05 - 10

Pilot 06 - 11

Ridgeline 06 - 14

S2000 04 - 09

Bluetooth Music & Phone Interface for

Acura & Honda

RL (Non-Nav) 05 - 09

RL (Nav) 05 - 09 USE BT45-ACU

TL (All Radios) 04 - 06

TL (Non-Nav) 07 - 08

TL (Nav) 07 - 08 USE BT45-ACU

MDX (Non-Nav) 05 - 12

MDX (Nav) 07 - 09 USE BT45-ACU

MDX (Nav) 05 - 06

TSX (All Radios) 04 - 08

RDX (Non-Nav) 07 - 09

RDX (Nav) 07 - 09 USE BT45-ACU

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Thank you for choosing a USA SPEC product. USA SPEC, Inc., is committed to

providing high quality defect-free products. All USA SPEC products are tested

before leaving the factory and warranted against defects in materials and

workmanship for a period of one year to the original owner. The one-year warranty

period begins at the date of purchase from an authorized dealer.

PRODUCTS COVERED:

Products and related accessories supplied by USA SPEC, Inc. with the brand name

of USA SPEC are covered by this warranty. Only products purchased in the USA

are covered.

WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

1. Damage due to improper installation or operation, negligence, abuse, or

not following instructions, warnings or acceptable industry procedures.

2. Damage caused during the shipment or transportation of the product. All

claims of this nature must be presented to the carrier.

3. Damage caused by acts of God, war, or civil disturbance, including without

limitation, flood, fire, storms, earthquake or other acts of nature.

4. Any expenses or cost to remove or reinstall products.

5. Any product without the original serial number and factory seal, or has

been serviced or modified without the authorization of USA SPEC.

6. Any product not distributed by an authorized USA SPEC dealer.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:

Contact the Customer Service center for assistance at (626) 336 - 3836. A detailed

description of the problem(s) is required for service. Proof of purchase is also

required when sending a product for warranty service. If the problem cannot be

resolved and the product must be returned for service, you will receive an

authorization form from the service center. The product must be delivered pre-paid

to the service center. USA SPEC will, at our option, repair the product or replace it

with a new or reconditioned product, and if it was shipped to the service center, the

return shipping will be pre-paid free of charge provided the repairs are covered by

the warranty. The product must be packed securely for shipment to the service

center in order to preserve the warranty and prevent damage.

NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR

USE APPLIES TO THIS PRODUCT AFTER THE ONE YEAR PERIOD AS

DEFINED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE,

EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM, OR

CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BIND THE

WARRANTOR. NEITHER THE WARRANTOR NOR ANY OTHER PERSON, FIRM,

OR CORPORATION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSSES OR INCONVENIENCES,

OR FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT.

SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN

IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, AND SOME DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION

OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights,

which vary, from state to state, and province to province. Some of the limitations or

exclusions may not apply to you. THE ABOVE WARRANTY TERMS AND

CONDITIONS ARE VALID ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

Table of Contents

Package Contents ...............................................................1

Introduction & Notice ...........................................................1

Compatibility Information

Vehicle Compatibility ................................................2

Bluetooth Device Compatibility ................................3

Radio Compatibility for Music info Display ...............3

Installation

Installation Quick Guide & DIP Switch Settings .......4

Installation Instruction A: XM Tuner ..........................5

Installation Instruction B: Radio ................................6

Recommended Microphone Placement ...................9

Bluetooth Setup

Bluetooth Device Paring Information ......................10

Media Audio Streaming .....................................................11

Handsfree Phone Calls .....................................................12

AUX Input ..........................................................................13

Troubleshooting ................................................................14

Limited Warranty Information ............................................15

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BT45-HON3 Package Content

·1 Owner's Manual · 1 CAS-H3x & CAS-H3t cable

· 1 BT45 Interface module · 1 Microphone

Introduction

The BT45 seamlessly integrates your vehicle's OEM sound system

with Bluetooth (HFP) devices so you can make hands free phone

calls and stream your music. You can wirelessly connect your A2DP

Bluetooth proﬁle equipped smartphone or tablet to playback stored

music or stream from your favorite music apps such as Pandora or

iHeart Radio. The BT45 also includes a 3.5mm auxiliary audio input

so you can play back music stored in your non-Bluetooth devices.

The BT45's plug & play technology takes advantage of the OEM

radio's ability to accept an external CD changer or Satellite Radio by

converting it into Bluetooth phone/audio streaming/AUX input source.

This design innovation allows you to maintain functionality of any of

the

following existing factory installed options: Bluetooth HandsFreeLink,

Navigation, CD changer, Satellite radio, RSE (rear seat entertainment

system), and AUX/USB input.

NOTICE

USA SPEC soley distributes its products through authorized

dealers in order to ensure its customers receive proper services

and information from the dealers. USA SPEC reserves the right

to only offer technical support or warranty services for products

purchased through authorized USA SPEC dealers. Please refer

to our website www.usaspec.com for a list of authorized dealers.

Installation/operation precautions:

· DO read the entire manual before starting the installation.

We recommend that the BT45 be installed by a qualiﬁed

professonal, since all installations will require the removal of

some parts of the vehicle such as dashboard, backseat, etc.

· DO install the interface securely using Velcro or wire ties (not

included) and keep away from any moving parts such as the gas

pedal.

· DO NOT open, disassemble, or modify the BT45 in any way.

Such attempts will void the warranty on the product.

· DO NOT expose the interface to extreme temperature, humidity,

or direct sunlight.

· DO NOT operate the Bluetooth device while driving. Always give full

attention to the road while driving.

Troubleshooting

• I can hear XM radio and media streaming playing at the

same time.

- Make sure you have disconnected the CAS-H3t. DO

NOT use the CAS-H3t cable if you're connecting to

the XM tuner (p. 6).

• The BT45 is connected to the radio but the XM button on

the radio does not work anymore.

- Make sure the CAS-H3t cable is connected to the

CAS-H3x cable (see p. 8).

• I'm unable to pair my smartphone/device

- If you have an Android device, make sure the "Only

visible to paired devices" option is UNCHECKED.

Sometimes it can take up to 30 seconds for the BT45 to

be detected by your device.

• My radio has a XM/AUX button but it will not display any

music info on the radio.

- Confirm that your device is equipped with Bluetooth

profile AVRCP 1.4 & higher and has the most

current operating system.

- Make sure the dip switch settings on the BT45 is

set correctly (see p. 4).

• The BT45's USB port will not charge my device.

- Please use data SYNC and CHARGE (USB 2.0

capability) cables. Not all USB cables on the market

support charging.

• I have a device connected to the BT45's AUX input and the

volume is very low.

- Turn the volume on your device to MAX then use the

radio's volume control to adjust to the desired level.

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Compatibility Information

Vehicle Compatibility

Compatibility is subject to change. Please consult www.usaspec.com

for the most up to date vehicle application.

MODEL YEAR XM Tuner Location

Element

(double din radio only) 03 - 11 Behind right rear quarter panel in trunk

Accord 03 - 12 Behind right rear quarter panel in trunk

Accord Hybrid 05 - 12 Inside rear deck

Civic 06 - 11 Behind right rear quarter panel in trunk or

behind glovebox

Civic 2012 Under the radio

CRV 05 - 06 Behind left rear quarter panel in trunk

CRV 07 - 11 Behind glovebox

CRZ 10 - 12 Behind glovebox

Fit 07 - 13 XM receiver not available

Insight 10 - 12 Behind glovebox

Odyssey 05 - 10 Behind right rear quarter panel in trunk or

under driver's seat

Pilot 06 - 11 Behind right rear quarter panel in the trunk:

inside the subwoofer enclosure

Ridgeline 06 - 14 Behind rear wall panel or under driver's seat

S2000 04 - 09 In trunk

RL (Non-Nav) 05 - 09 Behind left rear quarter panel in trunk

RL (Nav) 05 - 09 USE BT45-ACU

TL (All Radios) 04 - 06 Behind right rear quarter panel in trunk

TL (Non-Nav) 07 - 08 Behind right rear quarter panel in trunk

TL (Nav) 07 - 08 USE BT45-ACU

MDX (Non-Nav) 05 - 12 Under right rear floor

MDX (Nav) 07 - 09 USE BT45-ACU

MDX (Nav) 05 - 06 Under right rear floor

TSX (All Radios w/XM) 04 - 08 Behind right rear quarter panel in trunk

TSX (All Radios w/o XM) 04 - 08 Connect at radio

RDX (Non-Nav) 07 - 09 Behind glovebox

RDX (Nav) 07 - 09 USE BT45-ACU

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Transferring an active call from Hands-free to

Handset

Radio with XM/AUX button

From radio: Press TUNE UP

button

From Steering wheel: Press

CH+ button

Press the same button again

to transfer the call back to the

Bluetooth Hands-Free mode.

Radio with CD/AUX button

From radio: Press TRACK/-

SEEK button.

From Steering wheel: Press

CH+ button.

Press the same button again

to transfer the call back to the

Bluetooth Hands-Free mode.

Chart 1: Vehicle Compatiblity & XM Tuner Location

For all non-XM radios, connect behind the radio

AUX Input

Aux 3.5 mm Audio Input

1. You will need a 3.5mm to headphone jack cable (not inluded

in the package)

2. Make sure DIP switch #1 is set to ON

Radio with XM/AUX button

Press the XM/AUX button,

then press Preset 6 to access

the audio device connected

to the AUX port.

Press the CD/AUX button,

then go to DISC 6 or DISC 9

to access the audio device

connected to the AUX port.

Note: Remember to manually adjust the volume of your audio

device to MAX after it's been connected.

Radio with CD/AUX button

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