Speed-Sensitive volume compensation (SVC)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All audio systems are equipped with speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC). The audio-navigation unit or audio unit receives the vehicle speed pulse (VSP) from B-CAN. The system processes the speed input and increases the navigation or audio system volume level as the vehicle speed increases to compensate for the interior noise that occurs at higher speeds. When the vehicle slows down, the volume returns to its normal level. The SVC has four settings: SVC OFF, LOW, MID, and HIGH that can be adjusted using the audio-navigation unit or audio unit. The factory default setting is MID.

To change the audio unit SVC setting, press the tune folder sound knob repeatedly until the SVC is displayed, then rotate the knob to adjust the SVC to the desired setting (SVC OFF, LOW, MID, or HIGH).

To change the audio-navigation unit SVC setting, press the AUDIO button, and then select the Sound Setup from the AUDIO MENU on the navigation display. Rotate the interface dial to select the desired setting (SVC OFF, LOW, MID, or HIGH).