Does anyone know of a software upgrade to allow phones that currently are not compatable usable via the TL? I have a 2004 TL and I cannot use my Verizion Wireless LG Chocolate 8550 that is not compatible.

I would have thought there was a software upgrade, my phone is newer than the car but will not work and Acura 800# stated there is no upgrade. If anyone knows a way to upgrade and could pass on that information I would appreciate it?

 

The Nokia E71 will pair with the car easily and will provide caller ID battery and signal info. Unfortunately the HFL has trouble placing calls using the phone. When trying to place a call the HFL hangs till End button on phone is pressed or phone is powered off. Calls can be placed and transferred to HFL once the call has been connected. Incoming calls work flawlessly. Phone data connection will not function. Car is unable to confirm data connection. I have not attempted to transfer phone book.
To sum it up, great looking phone, nice features but with current software release not compatible with 07 Type S

 

The new Samsung Instinct pairs flawlessly in every way.

 

For what it's worth the Motorola V750 pairs with my 2005 TL and shows signal and battery strength. Interestingly, it also shows the "R" for roaming even when I'm not roaming. Someone else posted that he was having a similar issue with a different phone. No bid deal, but worth mentioning.

 

I had the same problem with my choc. 8550, wouldn't work! I ended up selling it on e bay and getting a choc. 8500, same thing just the older model. Works perfectly and I made $75 to buy my new puddle lights!

 

I need a new Verizon phone NOW -- what is my best choice ??? -- really I just need a phone - not web, etc. It will be free with my credit. I have a 2005 TL with Nav

 

Is LG VU CU920 compatible with Acura TL 2006 bluetooth?
I was able to pair and make calls. But it drop call and switch to handset after a few seconds. Help!!!

 

Anyone successful in pair a Nokia 6133 with Bluetooth to HFL?

 

I just tried to pair a new 3G iPhone with my car (08 TL, navi). It paired fine, and I made one test call. But I could not end the call ... the 'end' button (steering wheel) was ignored. I ended up turning off the car. I then restarted the car; tried to initiate a call ('Call 511') but car said, 'no phone found' or similar. So I tried to pair again, but it said '6 phones already paired' (I've successfully paired 5 others, and the iPhone was the 6th). So I deleted the iPhone pair, and started again.

Second time around, it would get stuck right after "Phone Setup" and "Pair". I again had to turn off the car completely. I tried about 5 times, and gave up. Once I gave up, I powered back up my trusty Motorola Q, which worked flawlessly. I've also had no problems (pairing/etc wise) with a samsung blackjack, palm treo 700w, and a few others. This is a real bummer because I was all set to buy the iPhone but successful pairing and operation with my 08 TL is essential ... I use it all the time!

Are there updates to the phone that will fix this? If updates to the car are required, will they do that for free under warranty?

 

Has any one gotten any info on this new phone yet? I scheduled to come out on Oct 22nd. Its trying to hit the market and offer as much as the 3G IPhone but for less cost and not all the issues.
http://www.t-mobileg1.com/default.aspx

Im pretty sure Im going to get it. My old Sony Ericsson S170a has seen better days, and its time for an upgrade. If anybody knows compatablility issus, cool if not I will be doing my own indepentant study on it.

 

Has anyone been able to successfully pair either a Motorola W376g or LG 600G from TracFone? I have a 2004 TL and am wondering if either of these would work with HFL.

 

If someone else has posted this already I apologize but I successfully paired a BlackBerry 8703e today ... it displays signal and battery strength, call display and I haven't tested the phone book yet.

 

I have a panasonic p905 that displays the battery meter, signal strength and caller id. haven't tested the phone book yet though.

for some reason it says my phone is in roaming mode though?

 

Can anyone can tell me if my Samsung Instinc M800 will work with the handfreelink on my acura tl 2005 . Thanks

 

Just got the HTC Diamond Pro this weekend and paired it to my 04 TL.
Works like a charm. Even shows the Signal Strength and Battery!!!!!!! They finally got it right. Now if they will only fix the TouchFlo speed.

 

Just in case it's worthwhile to know, my N95-1 paired without issue to my 2006 TL no navi.

I see battery/signal... I don't notice callerID but maybe because so far I prefer to use windshield mount for the full screen picture caller id.

Just annoyed I can't dial from my phone an auto transfer to the car handsfreelink

 

I have a blackberry 8330 and for some reason it wont pair i have a 3g tl...

is anyone having the same problem or is it isolated.

thnx for any help

 

Yeah I got the G1! It does pair with the TL just fine. I have an 04 TL 6MT. I am absolutely loving this phone. It doesn't look at sleek or as sexy as the iphone but when it comes to capabilities, it is blowin the iphone out the water. The 3G network is fairly swift and with the open platform the possibilities are practically endless.

 

anyone know if the Nokia N85 pairs with the HFL?

 

Does anyone know how compatible the Blackberry Pearl 8220 (Flip) is with HLF?

 

I had a N95-3 (North American edition) and that worked flawlessly...

 

has anyone paired an LG Shine, AT&T Quickfire (UTstarcom), or a Sony Ericcson w760 with a TL? these are now my three choices of phones that i am going to be getting thru AT&T...my old samsung t809 (tmobile) said it wasn't compatible but i was able to pair it, so i am wondering if any of the new phones i will be getting have been paired successfully, even though they are not supported "officially"...any help would be appreciated!

 

I agree, just got my G1 and it does pair easily. I have a 2005 TL. The phone is cool, like the features.

 

In the market for a new phone. My carrier is AT&T. Does anyone know if the Samsung Eternity links up? What about the 3g Iphone?

Also looking at the BB Bold, but it's out of my price range right now.

 

okay i am answering my own question here...the Sony Ericsson W760 does work perfectly with 2004 Acura TL. Shows signal strength and battery life on the dash, and answers and hangs up as it is supposed to, no problems to report after a week of use.

 

does anyone know if a nokia n95 8gb will work with it?

 

Does anyone have any suggesstions that may help me? I have an LG VX8700 through Verison. I bought the phone about 10 months ago. I didn't buy the warranty. I was stupid enough to think that all bluetooth enabled phones would work with my 05 TL. I didn't pair it until July. It worked fine for about a month. It then started dropping calls and the TL voice would say "the bluetooth connection has been lost". When it pairs, I get signal strength, battery power, the number dialed and incoming number on the screen; however, the phone icon now appears and disappears constantly. The voice frequently says "no phones have been found". Yet sometimes the phone will work for an entire conversation.

The problem is that I went to www.handfreelink.com and found that this model is "not compatible" with my 05 TL. I took the car to the dealer and they said, there's nothing they can do. My contract has another 14 months on it. Has anyone run into this problem with this or another phone? I'm about to call Version, but I fear they will tell that I can upgrade but that it will cost me full price for the new phone or charge me for getting out of the contract with this phone. I don't know if they let you change phones (to one that's bluetooth compatible with your car) and keep the current contract or .... Does anyone have any suggestions? At least I learned a lesson about assuming. Thanks.

 

Buy a replacement phone on EBay. I do it often. Just make sure the seller has good feedback. Verizon doesn't care what phone you use as long as it is compatible with their system.

 

I didn't know that Verizon didn't care what phone you were using. Thanks for the information.

 

I am thinking about getting a Samsung Omnia i910 smart phone with Verizon. Does anyone know if it will work with a 2007 TL type S. Handsfreelink.com doesn't show it in either pending or approved categories.

Any thoughts?

 

To those with the Instinct:

I have had mine paired for about 5 months now. I am having a couple of issues:
1. When I dial out from the phone itself (not from the voice-command), it often takes several seconds before it comes through the HFL. Oftentimes, the person has already answered.
2. Sometimes calls just simply drop out of the HFL. The Instinct still shows it paired up, but there is nothing coming through the speakers and I have to "disconnect" on the Instinct and then can only talk through the phone (unless I tell the HFL to "transfer", and it does).

Is anyone else experiencing this? I have a 2007 TL w Nav.
THanks

 

palm centro = fail. it works but u cant import phonebook. strickly for the bluetooth feature only

 

Hi

I paired a LG Shine with my Acura TL 2004.
The pair it self was not a problem, but I have a lot of echo.
My old Nokia did not have any problem, so I am thinking to buy a Nokia again.

Good luck

 

Anyone ever successfully pair Nokia 5800 (I think it is called music express) or Samsung Behold? I am debating between the two but couldn't find onfo on HFL link about compatibility. Thanks.

(2008 TL w/ Nav)

 

I upgraded from the Motorola V3XX to the new Motorola Q9 PDA and I had no problem with paring the bluetooth with the new PDA. Also my original phone list in the hands free unit was accessable from the Q9.

I did note that incoming calls ring on the PDA as well as the HF announcement.
I have not yet figured out how to turn that piece off.

 

id like to know this as well..

 

Follow up .. both Samsung Behold and Nokia 5800 pair successfully, but no phonebook transfer, so strictly for blue-tooth purpose only. However, both show battery status and service bars.

 

I have an 07' Type S and they finally got a Verizon phone to work with all the features. Finally able to import phonebook ,finally! Cheap phone though, not very attractive at all. Samsung U550.

 

I have been able to pair the LG VX8600. But now my comapny is issuing PDA/smartphones. My choice is the Samsung Saga and the LG XV6800. The Saga is being tested, and the LG is not listed on the HFL site. If anyone has success with either, please let me know.

'08 TL with Verizon.

 

I have an 07 tl-s and just bought the Blackberry Storm. Does anyone know if this phone can import the phone book to the navi?
If so how do I do it?