USASPEC BT45-ACU User manual

BT45-ACU
ACURA with LiveTraffic
the newly engineered innovative
Bluetooth music & phone interface
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www.usaspec.com
167 Mason Way, A-2
City of Industr y, CA 91746

Table of Contents
BT
45-ACU Package
Content
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Introduction
& Notice
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Compatibility
Information
Vehicle
Compatibility
&XM Tuner Location
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Bluetooth
Device
Compatibility
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Radio &Device
Compatibility
for
Music
Info
Display
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Installation
DIP Switch
Setting
&
Installation
Quick
Guide
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Installation
Steps & Diagrams......................................... 6
Bluetooth
Setup
Bluetooth
Device Pairing
Instructions
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Media
Audio
Streaming
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Music PlaybackControl
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Hands Free PhoneCalls
Incoming
Call
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Transferring Call
from
HandsFree
to
Headset
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AUX
Input
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USB
Charging
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Troubleshooting
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1145-ACU
Package
Content
• 1 Owner's Manual • 1 CAS-ACU 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-Biuetooth 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, LiveTraffic,
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 recom-
mend that the BT45 be installed by a qualified professional 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.
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Compatibility Information
Vehicle
Compatibility
Chart 1: Vehicle
Compatibility
&
XM
Tuner
Location
Model Year
XM
Tuner Location
RL (Nav) 05-09 Behind the left rear quarter
panel
in
the trunk
TL (Nav) 07-08 Behind the right rear quarter
panel
in
the trunk
MDX (Nav)* 07-09 Right rear underneath the
subwoofer
RDX (Nav) 07-09 Behind the glove box
* See
p.11
for functionality exception
Use the BT45-HON3 on Canadian model vehicles without
LiveTraffic
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Bluetooth Device Compatibility
BT45 is compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled devices including
iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Android smartphones & tablets,
Blackberry, and Nokia Windows smartphones. Device must have
Bluetooth profile A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) and
AVRCP
(AudioNideo
Remote Control Profile) 1.4 or higher for
audio streaming and text display.
Note: Due to the difference in Bluetooth technology, some
Bluetooth enabled devices
may
be incompatible or may not
support all the features when used with a BT45.
Radio &Device Compatibility for Music Info
Display
The Display
of
artist, album, and song title information on the radio
is determined by the following 3 factors
1.
Your radio has an XM button.
• Satellite radio does not need to be activated nor does the
tuner need to be present. As long as the radio has an XM
button, you can get music info display.
2. Your device's operating system.
Music info display on your radio is available for:
· iPod, iPhone, and iPad with iOS 6.0 or higher
· Android devices with 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or higher
3. Your device's Bluetooth AVRCP profile must be 1.4 or higher.
4
Refer to your device's product manual to confirm its profile
version.

Installation
DIP
Switch
Setting
&
Installation
Quick
Guide
ID
Your
Radio:
Does it have a navigation system?
See Installation
Instruction on
Page 6.
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Installation Steps & Diagrams
Installation
Instruction A
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Install the BT45 interface
module in an easily
accessible location.
•
Locate XM tuner
See Chart 1 (p. 3)
•
Connect cable to XM tuner
See Diagram A (p. 7)
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Install the microphone
See Diagram C (p. 8) for
recommended locations
Pair your Bluetooth
device (phone)
See p. 9 for instructions
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Learn about audio streaming,
hands-free phone calls, and
AUX input on p. 10-12.
Make sure you have
completed all of the above
steps and made a couple of
test calls before putting
your car back together.

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Bluetooth Setup
Bluetooth Device Pairing Instructions
1. Enable Bluetooth function on your device (phone).
2. Turn the vehicle's ignition ON.
3. Scan/search for available device from your phone.
-It may take up to 60 seconds for your phone to
locate the BT45-HON.
Not e: Some devices may ask for a Pin # during the pairing process.
Pairing Pin # =1234
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Media
Audio
Streaming
Device requires Bluetooth A2DP profile
• Ifyou have music stored
in
your device, it will begin to play
right after the "CONNECTED" voice prompt. If playback doesn't
start automatically, press TUNE UP or TRACK/SEEK UP to initiate
playbck.
•
You
can also proceed to access your favorite music/media app
such as Pandora
or
Podcast app directly from your device.
Music Playback Control
Playback control from your radio (Track Up/Down)
Device requires Bluetooth AVRCP profile
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Hands Free Phone Calls
Incoming Call
1. The BT45 will mute the audio source (AM/FM, CD , XM, or AUX) you
are listening to.
2. You'll hear "You have a call from (Caller's
phone#)" or "Private" if
Caller ID is not available. If the voice prompt* is disabled, you'll only
hear the phone ringtone.
*How to Enable/Disable Voice Prompt
• Turn engine ON
• Start audio streaming
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MDX (Nav) 07-09 Note
BT45-ACU will not auto-
mute the radio upon an
incoming call. You
must
manually switch to XM1
first in order to answer the
call using either radio
or
steering wheel button.
•
While streaming turn Bluetooth off from your phone/device 's
setting.
·Wait 5-10 seconds , turn TUNE button/knob to the right to ENABLE
and turn to the left to DISABLE .
11

Outgoing Call
12

Transferring an active call
from
Hands-free
to
Handset
AUX
Input
Aux
3.5
mm
Audio
Input
1.
You'll need a 3.5mm to headphone jack cable (not included
in
this package)
2. Make sure DIP switch
#1
is set to ON
Note: Remember to manually adjust the volume
of
your audio
device to MAX after it's been connected.
USB
Charging Port
Maximum
charging
ouput:
2.1
amps
at
5
volt
(charging
cable
noto
provided)
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Troubleshooting
•
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
smartphone/device.
•
My
radio is
not
displaying any music
info
such
as
song titles.
Confirm
that
your device
is
equipped
with
Bluetooth profile
AVRCP
1.4
or
higher,
it
has
iOS
6.0
or
higher,
or
Android 4.0
or
higher.
Music streaming apps' info display capabilities vary thus some
might
not
display properly on your radio.
• 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 connected all
the
cables
properly
in
my
RL
but
the
BT45-ACU
is
still
not
functioning.
Make sure you've connected
to
the
XM
tuner
(see p.3
for
location) and
not
the
CD
ROM
underneath
the
rear deck.
• I have a device connected
through
BT45's AUX
input
and
the
volume
is very low.
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Turn
the
volume on
the
actual device
to
MAX then
use
the
radio's volume control
to
adjust
the
level.

Q&A
• I already have a
USA
SPEC
PAlS-ACUxl installed in
my
Acura, can I
have
both
a BT45-ACU and a PlS-ACUxl connected
in
my
vehicle?
No, unfortunatelyyou
can
only have one
or
the
other.
• Do I lose
my
XM functions since
XMl
is
now
for
Bluetooth?
No,
you're only losing
the
presets under
XMl.
You
can
still
access
your Satellite radio through
XM2.
•
My
vehicle is equipped
with
factory
HandsFree Bluetooth,
is
the
BT45-ACU still compatible?
Yes,
for
a smoother operational experience we recommend
that
you un-pair
the
factory Bluetooth from your smartphone/device
and
use
the
BT45-ACU
only. However, you do have
the
option
to
set your Android device
to
use
BT45
for
media audio only and
use
the
factory Bluetooth
for
Handsfree phone calls.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Thank you for choosing a USASPEC product. USA SPEC, Inc., is committed to provid-
ing high quality defect-free products. All USASPEC 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
r~lated
accessories supplied by USASPEC, Inc. with the brand name
of
USASPEC are covered by this warranty. Only products purchased
in
the USAare
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
USASPEC.
6.
Any product not distributed by an authorized USASPEC 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 MERCHANTABILITYAND FITNESS FOR
USE APPLIES TO THIS PRODUCTAFTER THE ONE YEAR PERIOD AS DEFINED
ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESSED WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE, EXCEPTAS
MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY
ANY
PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION WITH
RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BIND THE WARRANTOR. NEITHERTHE
WARRANTOR NORANY OTHER PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION IS RESPON-
SIBLE FOR LOSSES OR INCONVENIENCES, OR FOR
ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-
AGES CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOTALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, AND SOME DO
NOTALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL 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.

US.SPEC BT45-ACU
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One Design. A New World of Audio.
Introducing the next advancement in Bluetooth
audio innovation for Acura with LiveTraffic
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 number announcement & display
• Built in noii
se cancellation for crystal clear call quality
• Full & rich audio quality for media streaming with
music info display
" Model ...,_
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RL (Nav)
TL (Nav)
MDX (Nav)
RDX (Nav)
Year
1 -......
05-09
07-08
07-09
07-09
• For non -Na v radios&Canadian
model vehicl es without
LiveTraffic use the BT45-HON3.
Acura is a registered trademark of American Honda Moto r Company, Inc.