Honda CR-V 2016-2021 - Features -> Audio System Basic Operation

Audio System Basic Operation

Models with color audio system

1Audio System Basic Operation

To use the audio system, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.

These indications are used to show how to operate

the selector knob.

Use the selector knob or MENU/CLOCK

button to access some audio functions.

(Day/Night) Button

Rotate

Press

to select.

to enter.

(Sound) Button

Press

to switch between the normal and

Menu Items

extended display for some functions.

2 Adjust Clock P. 148

2 Wallpaper Setup P. 250

2 Display Setup P. 253

2 Scan P. 255, 263

2 Play Mode P. 258, 263

2 RDS Settings P. 255

2 Bluetooth P. 264

Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll

through the available choices. Press

your selection.

to set

(Back)

Button

MENU/

CLOCK

Button

Selector Knob

MENU/CLOCK button: Press to select any

mode.

The available modes include wallpaper,

display, clock, language setup, and play

modes. Play mode choices include scan,

random, repeat, and so on.

Menu Display

Press the buttons on the steering wheel to change

any audio setting.

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(Back) button: Press to go back to the previous display.

(Sound) button: Press to select the sound setting mode.

(Day/Night) button: Press to change the audio/information screen

brightness.

Press the

u Each time you press the

mode, nighttime mode and off mode.

button, then adjust the brightness using

.

button, the mode switches between the daytime

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

Audio/Information Screen

Displays the audio status and wallpaper. From this screen, you can go to various

setup options.

Switching the Display

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Audio/Information Screen

Audio

Clock/Wallpaper

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

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Audio

Shows the current audio information.

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Clock/Wallpaper

Shows a clock screen or an image you import.

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Change display

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

2. Rotate

3. Rotate

4. Rotate

to select Settings, then press

to select Display Change, then press

to select Wallpaper, then press

.

u If you want to return to the audio/information screen, select Audio.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

1Wallpaper Setup

Wallpaper Setup

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•

When importing wallpaper files, the image must be

in the USB flash drive’s root directory. Images in a

folder cannot be imported.

You can change, store, and delete the wallpaper on the audio/information screen.

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Import wallpaper

•

The file name must be fewer than 64 characters.

The file format of the image that can be imported

is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).

You can import up to three images, one at a time, for wallpaper from a USB flash

drive.

•

The individual file size limit is 2 MB.

1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB

port.

The maximum image size is 1,920 x 936 pixels. If

the image size is less than 480 × 234 pixels, the

image is displayed in the middle of the screen with

the extra area appearing in black.

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2. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

3. Rotate

to select Settings, then press

•

Up to 255 files can be selected.

If the USB flash drive does not have any pictures,

the error message appears.

.

•

The wallpaper setup is limited while driving.

4. Rotate

.

to select Wallpaper, then press

5. Rotate

to select Import, then press

.

u The picture name is displayed on the list.

6. Rotate to select a desired picture, then

press

u The selected picture is displayed.

.

7. Press

8. Press

to save the picture.

to select OK.

9. Rotate

to select a location to save the

picture, then press

.

u The display will return to the wallpaper

setting screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

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Select wallpaper

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

1Wallpaper Setup

To go back to the previous screen, press the

(Back) button.

2. Rotate

3. Rotate

4. Rotate

to select Settings, then press

to select Wallpaper, then press

to select Select, then press

.

When the file size is large, it takes a while to be

previewed.

.

u The screen changes to the wallpaper list.

5. Rotate to select a desired wallpaper, then press

.

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To view wallpaper once it is set

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

2. Rotate

3. Rotate

4. Rotate

5. Press the

to select Settings, then press

to select Display Change, then press

to select Wallpaper, then press

.

(Back) button until the top screen is displayed.

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Delete wallpaper

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

2. Rotate

3. Rotate

4. Rotate

to select Settings, then press

to select Wallpaper, then press

to select Delete, then press

.

u The screen changes to the wallpaper list.

5. Rotate

6. Rotate

to select a wallpaper that you want to delete, then press

to select Yes, then press

.

u The display will return to the wallpaper setting screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAdjusting the Sound

Adjusting the Sound

Press the

(sound) button, and rotate

1Adjusting the Sound

(Sound) Button

to scroll through the following choices:

The SVC has four modes: Off, Low, Mid, and High.

SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle

speed. As you go faster, audio volume increases. As

you slow down, audio volume decreases.

Selector Knob

MID is selectable.

BAS

MID

TRE

FAD

Bass

Middle

Treble

Fader

Balance

BAL

SVC

Speed-sensitive

Volume Compensation

Rotate

press

to adjust the sound setting, then

.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuDisplay Setup

Display Setup

You can change the brightness or color theme of the audio/information screen.

1Changing the Screen Brightness

Changing the Screen Brightness

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You can change the Contrast and Black Level

settings in the same manner.

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

2. Rotate

.

to select Settings, then press

3. Rotate

to select Display Adjustment,

then press

.

4. Rotate

to select Brightness, then press

.

5. Rotate

to adjust the setting, then press

.

Changing the Screen’s Color Theme

■

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

2. Rotate

.

to select Settings, then press

3. Rotate

to select Color Theme, then

press

.

4. Rotate

then press

to select the setting you want,

.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

Playing AM/FM Radio

RADIO Button

Audio/Information Screen

Press to select a band.

VOL/

(Volume/Power) Knob

Selector Knob

Press to turn the audio system

on and off.

Turn to tune the radio

frequency.

Turn to adjust the volume.

Press, and then turn to select an

item. After that, press again to

make your selection.

/

(Seek/Skip) Buttons

or to search up and down

MENU/CLOCK Button

Press

Press to display the menu

items.

the selected band for a station with a strong

signal.

(Back) Button

Preset Buttons (1-6)

To store a station:

1. Tune to the selected station.

2. Pick a preset button and hold it until you hear a beep.

Press to go back to the

previous display or cancel a

setting.

To listen to a stored station, select a band, then press the preset button.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

1Playing AM/FM Radio

Radio Data System (RDS)

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The ST indicator appears on the display indicating

stereo FM broadcasts.

Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station.

Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.

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To find an RDS station from Station List

You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into

the preset memory. FM1 and FM2 let you store 6

stations each.

1. Press

while listening to an FM station.

to select the station, then press

2. Rotate

.

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Update List

Updates your available station list at any time.

Switching the Audio Mode

Press the audio source selecting buttons on the

steering wheel.

1. Press

while listening to an FM station.

2. Rotate

to select Update List, then press

.

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Radio text

1Radio Data System (RDS)

Displays the radio text information of the selected RDS station.

When you select an RDS-capable FM station, the RDS

automatically turns on, and the frequency display

changes to the station name. However, when the

signals of that station become weak, the display

changes from the station name to the frequency.

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

2. Rotate

3. Rotate

4. Rotate

to select Settings, then press

to select RDS Settings, then press

to select Radio Text, then press

.

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Scan

Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds.

1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.

2. Rotate

to select Scan, then press

.

To turn off scan, press

.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

Playing an iPod

Connect the iPod using your dock connector to the USB port, then press the MEDIA

button.

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USB Indicator

Audio/Information Screen

Appears when an iPod is connected.

Album Art

MEDIA Button

Press to select iPod

(if connected).

Selector Knob

VOL/

(Volume/Power) Knob

Turn to change songs.

Press, and then turn to select

an item. After that, press

Press to turn the audio system

on and off.

Turn to adjust the volume.

again to make your selection.

/

(Seek/Skip) Buttons

or to change songs.

MENU/CLOCK Button

Press to display the menu

items.

Press

Press and hold to move rapidly within a song.

Play Button

Press to resume a

song.

(Back) Button

Pause Button

Press to pause a

song.

Press to go back to the

previous display or cancel a

setting.

Play Mode Buttons

Press to select a play mode.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

1Playing an iPod

How to Select a Song from the iPod Music List with the

Selector Knob

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Available operating functions vary on models or

versions. Some functions may not be available on the

vehicle’s audio system.

1. Press

to display the iPod music list.

If there is a problem, you may see an error message

on the audio/information screen.

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Category

Selection

to select a category.

Item

Selection

to display a list of items in the

to select an item, then press

category.

4. Rotate

u Press

.

and rotate

repeatedly until a

desired item you want to listen is

displayed.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSiri® Eyes Free

Siri® Eyes Free

You can talk to Siri using the

(Talk) button on the steering wheel when your

1Siri® Eyes Free

iPhone is paired to the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

2 Phone Setup P. 401

Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Check Apple Inc. website for features available for

Siri.

We recommend against using Siri other than in Siri®

Eyes Free while operating a vehicle.

1Using Siri® Eyes Free

Using Siri® Eyes Free

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Some commands work only on specific phone

features or apps.

Appears

when Siri is

activated in

Siri® Eyes

Free

This audio system cannot operate the audio functions

by using Siri® Eyes Free.

While in Siri® Eyes Free:

The display remains the same.

No feedback or commands

appear.

(Talk) Button

Press and hold until the display changes as shown.

(Hang-up/back) Button

Press to deactivate Siri® Eyes Free.

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Audio System Basic Operation

Models with Display Audio

1Audio System Basic Operation

To use the audio system function, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.

Audio Menu Items

(Home): Select to go to the home screen.

2 Switching the Display P. 269

(Map)^*: Select to display the map screen.

2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual

2 Station List P. 298, 300

2 Music Search List P. 309, 318

2 Scan P. 299, 307, 319

2 Play Mode P. 310, 319

(Home) Icon

(Map) Icon^*

(Audio) Icon

(Audio): Select to display the audio screen.

(Phone): Select to display the phone

screen.

(Back): Select to go back to the previous

screen when the icon is illuminated.

(Day/Night) Icon

(Back) Icon

(Phone) Icon

(Day/Night): Select to change the audio/

information screen brightness.

Select

once and select (- or (+ to make

an adjustment.

u Each time you select

, the mode

switches among the daytime mode,

nighttime mode and off mode.

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

Audio/Information Screen

Displays the audio status and wallpaper. From this display, you can go to various

setup options.

Switching the Display

■

Using the

Press the

(display/information) button

(display/information) button to change the display.

1Using the

(display/information) button

You can edit, add, and delete the contents shown on

the driver information interface.

2 Customizing the Meter P. 274

(Display/Information) Button

Driver Information Interface

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

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Using the audio/information screen

1Using the audio/information screen

Touchscreen operation

Home Screen

•

Use simple gestures - including touching, swiping

and scrolling - to operate certain audio functions.

Some items may be grayed out during driving to

reduce the potential for distraction.

You can select them when the vehicle is stopped or

use voice commands.

Wearing gloves may limit or prevent touchscreen

response.

You can change the touchscreen sensitivity setting.

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Select

to go to the home screen.

Select the following icons on the home screen or after selecting App List ( ).

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Phone

Displays the HFL information.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

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Info

Displays Trip Computer, Voice Info, Clock/Wallpaper, or System/Device

Information. Select MENU on the Info Menu screen to see all available options:

Trip Computer, Voice Info, Clock/Wallpaper and System/Device Information.

Trip Computer:

• Current Drive tab: Displays the current trip information.

• History of Trip A tab: Displays information for the three previous drives. The

information is stored every time you reset Trip A.

To delete the history manually, select Delete history on the History of Trip A

tab. The confirmation message appears on the screen, then select Yes.

Voice Info: Displays the All Commands list.

Clock/Wallpaper: Displays the clock and wallpaper.

System/Device Information:

• System Info: Displays the software version of the audio system.

• USB Info: Displays the memory usage of the USB device.

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Audio

Displays the current audio information.

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Settings

Enters the customizing menu screen.

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Navigation^*

Displays the navigation screen.

2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

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HondaLink

Displays the HondaLink ® screen.

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Smartphone Connection

Displays the Apple CarPlay^TMor Android Auto^TM.

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2 Android Auto^TMP. 333

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App List ( )

Adds or removes apps or widgets on the home screen.

2 Home Screen P. 280

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Instrument Panel

Selects from three customizable settings for the driver information interface.

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Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout

■

1. Select

.

2. Select and hold an icon.

u The screen switches to the customization

screen.

3. Drag and drop the icon to where you want

it to be.

4. Select OK.

u The screen will return to the home

screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

1Customizing the Meter

Customizing the Meter

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You can store up to three customized configurations.

To select or customize a configuration, select Swap

Config..

You can edit, add, or delete the meter contents on the driver information interface.

1.

2. Settings

3. System

4. Configuration of Instrument Panel

When you select Swap Config. during

customization, the settings you changed will be

saved.

When you select

during customization, the

settings you changed will not be saved and you will

be returned to the Instrument Panel screen.

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Editing order

1Editing order

To change the order of the icons on the driver information interface, first select:

You can use an alternative method to change the

order of the icons. First select:

1. Edit Order

2. Select and hold the icon you want to move.

3. Drag and drop the icon to where you want it to

be.

4. Select OK.

uThe screen will return to the Instrument Panel

screen.

Edit Order

2. Select the icon you want to move.

u You will see arrows on both sides of the

selected icon.

Select

3. Select the left or right arrow repeatedly to

move the icon to your desired position.

4. Select OK.

u The screen will return to the Instrument

Panel screen.

Arrow icons

OK

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Adding contents

1Adding contents

You can add icons to the driver information interface. To add icons, first select:

Icons that are grayed out cannot be selected.

1. Add

If an icon has a plus mark in the upper-right corner, it

means that the icon has already been added.

Add

2. Select an icon you want to add.

u You will see a plus mark on the upper

right hand corner of the selected icon.

Select

3. Select OK.

u The screen will return to the Instrument

Panel screen.

OK

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Deleting contents

To delete contents on the driver information interface, first select:

1Deleting contents

You can also delete contents by selecting:

1. Delete or Edit Order

1. Delete

2. Select and hold an icon you want to delete.

3. Drag and drop the icon to the trash icon.

4. Select OK.

uThe screen will return to the Instrument Panel

screen.

Delete

2. Select an icon you want to delete.

u The icon with an X on the upper right

hand corner can be deleted.

Select

3. Select OK.

u The screen will return to the Instrument

Panel screen.

OK

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

1Wallpaper Setup

Wallpaper Setup

■

The wallpaper you set up on Clock/Wallpaper Type

cannot be displayed on the driver information

interface.

You can change, store, and delete the wallpaper on the audio/information screen.

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Import wallpaper

•

When importing wallpaper files, the image must be

in the USB flash drive’s root directory.

You can import up to five images, one at a time, for wallpaper from a USB flash

Images in a folder cannot be imported.

The file name must be fewer than 256 bytes.

The file format of the image that can be imported

is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).

drive.

•

1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB

port.

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•

The individual file size limit is 5 MB.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Clock.

4. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, select

Next, then open the Wallpaper tab.

5. Select Add New.

The maximum image size is 4,096 × 4,096 pixels. If

the image size is less than 800 × 480 pixels, the

image is displayed in the middle of the screen with

the extra area appearing in black.

If the USB flash drive does not have any pictures,

the No files detected message appears.

•

u The picture name is displayed on the list.

6. Select a desired picture.

u The preview is displayed on the left side

on the screen.

7. Select Start Import to save the data.

u The display will return to the wallpaper

list.

After changing the screen interface design, you can

change the wallpaper by following procedure.

1. Select

2. Select

.

3. Select and hold empty space on the home screen.

The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

4. Select Change wallpaper.

5. Select Gallery, Live wallpapers, or Wallpapers.

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Select wallpaper

1. Select Settings.

1Wallpaper Setup

From the pop-up menu, select Preview to see a

2. Select Clock.

preview at full-size screen.

3. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, select Next, then open the Wallpaper tab.

u The screen changes to the wallpaper list.

4. Select a desired wallpaper.

u The preview is displayed on the left side on the screen.

u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

5. Select Set.

u The display will return to the wallpaper list.

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To view wallpaper once it is set

1. Select

.

2. Select Info.

3. Select MENU.

4. Select Clock/Wallpaper.

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Delete wallpaper

1. Select Settings.

2. Select Clock.

3. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, select Next, then open the Wallpaper tab.

u The screen changes to the wallpaper list.

4. Select a wallpaper that you want to delete.

u The preview is displayed on the left side on the screen.

u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

5. Select Delete.

To go back to the previous screen, select OK, or

select

.

When the file size is large, it takes a while to be

previewed.

u A confirmation message appears on the screen.

6. Select Yes to delete completely.

To delete all wallpapers you add, select Delete All,

then Yes.

u The display will return to the wallpaper list.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

1Home Screen

Home Screen

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The home screen has 5 pages (fixed). You cannot add

any more pages.

To change to a next screen

Select

to go directly back to the first page of the

home screen from any page.

Swipe

Icon

Current page position

Selecting or , or swiping the screen left or right changes to the next screen.

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To use apps or widgets

1To use apps or widgets

Select and hold a selected app or widget to add that

app’s or widget’s shortcut on the home screen.

1. Select

.

2. Select App List ( ).

Pre-installed apps may not start up normally. If this

occurs, you need to reset the system.

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u The apps screen appears.

3. Select the app or widget you want to use.

Preinstalled app list:

• Calculator: Displays Calculator.

• Downloads^*1: Displays the data

If you perform Factory Data Reset, it may reset all

the settings to their factory default.

2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 391

App List

) Icon

(

downloaded from the web browser and so

on.

In case those apps still do not startup normally even

after Factory Data Reset, contact your dealer.

• App Installer: Check with a Honda dealer

for apps that are available for installation.

Do not install apps other than those confirmed by a

Honda dealer. Installation of unauthorized apps may

introduce data corruption risks to your vehicle's

information and your privacy.

You can delete user installed apps by the following

procedure.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select System.

4. Select the Others tab.

5. Select Detail Information.

6. Select an App that you want to delete.

7. Select Delete.

Pre-installed apps cannot be deleted.

*1: Downloads app cannot be used because there is no Browser function in this system.

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To add app or widget icons on the home screen

App or widget icons can be added on the home screen.

1. Select

2. Select

.

3. Select and hold empty space on the home

screen.

u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

Select and hold.

4. Select Add App or Add Widget.

u The apps/widget screen appears.

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5. Select and hold an app or widget icon you

want to add.

u The screen switches to the customization

screen.

Select and hold.

6. Drag and drop the icon to where you want

it to be.

7. Select OK.

u The screen will return to the home

screen.

Drag and drop.

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To move icons on the home screen

You can change location on the home screen.

1. Select and hold an icon.

1To move icons on the home screen

You can also move the Phone, Info, Audio,

Settings, Navigation^*, HondaLink, Smartphone

Connection, App List ( ), and Instrument Panel

icons in the same manner.

u The screen switches to the customization

screen.

Select and hold.

2. Drag and drop the icon to where you want

it to be.

3. Select OK.

u The screen will return to the home

screen.

Drag and drop.

* Not available on all models

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1To remove icons on the home screen

■

To remove icons on the home screen

You can delete the icons on the home screen.

1. Select and hold an icon.

You cannot delete the Phone, Info, Audio,

Settings, Navigation^*, HondaLink, Smartphone

Connection, App List ( ), and Instrument Panel

icons.

u The screen switches to the customization

screen.

Apps or widgets will not be deleted by deleting the

icon on the home screen.

Select and hold.

2. Drag and drop the icon you want to remove

to the trash icon.

u The icon is removed from the home

screen.

3. Select OK.

Drag and drop to

trash icon.

u The screen will return to the home

screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

Status Area

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1. Swipe down from the top of the screen.

u The status area appears.

Swipe

2. Select an item to see the details.

3. Select

or swipe up from the bottom bar

to close the area.

Status Area

Bar

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1Changing the Screen Interface

Changing the Screen Interface

■

After changing the screen interface design, you can

change the wallpaper by following procedure.

You can change the screen interface design.

1. Select

2. Select Settings.

.

1. Select

2. Select

.

3. Select and hold empty space on the home screen.

The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

4. Select Change wallpaper.

3. Select System.

4. Select the Others tab.

5. Select Change Skin.

6. Select Next, then a confirmation message

appears on the screen. Select Yes.

5. Select Gallery, Live wallpapers, or Wallpapers.

If you change the screen interface, some of the

setting items will change.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

1Menu Customize

Menu Customize

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You can also use the method below to change the

menu icon:

You can change menu icons on the right side of Audio, Phone, and Info screen.

1. Select any of the three icons (Audio/

Phone/Info) on the screen, then select and

hold the menu icon.

Menu Icons

Select Settings System Home tab Menu Icon

Position

u Selecting the

or

icon, you can

change Audio, Phone, or Info on the

Menu Customize screen.

Select and hold

To change

Menu Icon

2. Select and hold the menu icon you want to

change, then drag and drop the icon to the

bottom.

Drag and drop

To add

3. Select and hold the menu icon you want to

add, then drag and drop the icon above.

4. Select OK.

Drag and drop

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

1Closing Apps

Closing Apps

■

If you have a number of apps running in the

background and something goes wrong with the

audio system, some of those apps may not work

properly. If this happens, close all the apps and re-

You can close specific apps running in the background on the system.

1. Select and hold

.

2. Select the Active tab.

launch the app/apps that you want to use.

u If you select the Active/History tab, you

can close the apps that are currently

running and delete the app activity

history simultaneously.

To close all apps on the system, select Clear All, then

Yes.

3. Select an app you want to close.

You cannot close the HondaLink® and Garmin^*apps.

4. Select Clear.

u The display will return to the app list.

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAdjusting the Sound

Adjusting the Sound

1. Select

.

1Adjusting the Sound

2. Select MENU.

3. Select Sound.

The SVC has four modes: Off, Low, Mid, and High.

SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle

speed. As you go faster, audio volume increases. As

you slow down, audio volume decreases.

You can also adjust the sound by the following

procedure.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Audio.

4. Select Sound.

Select a tab from the following choices:

• BAS-MID-TRE: Bass, Middle, Treble

• FAD-BAL-SUBW^*: Fader, Balance,

Subwoofer^*

• SVC: Speed Volume Compensation

* Not available on all models

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Display Setup

You can change the brightness or color theme of the audio/information screen.

1Changing the Screen Brightness

Changing the Screen Brightness

■

You can change the Contrast and Black Level

settings in the same manner.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select System.

4. Select the Display tab.

5. Select Display Settings.

6. Select the setting you want.

7. Select OK.

1Changing the Screen’s Color Theme

Changing the Screen’s Color Theme

■

You cannot change the Background Color if you

change the screen interface design.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select System.

4. Select the Display tab.

5. Select Background Color.

6. Select Next, then select the setting you

want.

7. Select OK.

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1Selecting an Audio Source

Selecting an Audio Source

■

If you startup preinstalled audio apps,

displayed on the screen.

These preinstalled apps cannot be displayed on the

source select screen.

is

Select the source icon.

Source Select Screen

You can startup those audio apps from

.

Source List Icons

Select the current source icon, then select an icon on the source list to switch the

audio source.

Limitations for Manual Operation

■

Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion.

You cannot select a grayed-out option until the vehicle is stopped.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation

Voice Control Operation

Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation.

1Voice Control Operation

When you press the

The voice control system uses the

(Talk) and

(hang-up/back) buttons on

button, a helpful prompt asks

the steering wheel and a microphone near the map lights on the ceiling.

what you would like to do. Press and release the

button again to bypass this prompt and give a

command.

1Voice Recognition

Voice Recognition

■

The voice control system can only be used from the

driver’s seat because the microphone unit removes

noises from the front passenger’s side.

To achieve optimum voice recognition when using the voice control system:

• Make sure the correct screen is displayed for the voice command that you are

using.

The system recognizes only certain commands.

Available voice commands.

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• Close the windows and moonroof.

• Adjust the dashboard and side vents so air does not blow onto the microphone

on the ceiling.

• Speak clearly in a natural speaking voice without pausing between words.

• Reduce any background noise if possible. The system may misinterpret your

command if more than one person is speaking at the same time.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation

■

Phone Call

This can be only used when the phone is

■

Audio^*1

When the system recognizes the Audio

Voice Portal Screen

■

connected. When the system recognizes the command, the screen will change to the

Phone call command, the screen will

change to the voice recognition screen for

phone commands.

audio voice recognition screen.

• Audio On/Off

• Radio FM/AM/SXM

• PANDORA

• Dial by number

• Call history

• iPod

• Redial

• USB

• Call <Your Contact Name>

• Call <Phone Number>

• Call Police

• Other Sources

Pandora® cannot be used while Android

Auto^TMis active.

When the

(Talk) button is pressed,

available voice commands appear on the

screen.

For a complete list of commands, say “Voice

Help” after the beep or select Voice Help.

• Call 911

Phone Call commands are not available if

■

Navigation^*1

The screen changes to the navigation

screen.

using Apple CarPlay^TM

.

2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual

■

Music Search

This can be only used when the iPod or USB

device is connected.

You can see the list of commands in Voice

Info on the Info Menu screen. Select Info,

then select MENU.

■

HondaLink

This can be only used when the phone is

connected.

■

Climate Control^*1

The system only recognizes the commands

on the following pages, at certain screens.

Free form voice commands are not

recognized.

When the system recognizes the Climate

Control command, the screen will change

the dedicated screen to the climate control

voice recognition screen.

■

Voice Setting

The screen changes to the Voice Recog.

tab on the System Settings screen.

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*1: Models with navigation system

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation

■

Voice Help

• SXM channel <channel name, category

name, traffic and weather city name,

sports team name>

• Radio SXM preset <1-12>

Phone Commands

■

You can see a list of the available

commands on the screen.

• Useful Commands

The system accepts these commands on the

dedicated screen for the voice recognition

of the phone.

• Call by number

• Call by name

• Phone Commands

• Audio Commands^*

• Climate Control Commands^*

• General Commands

• Music Search Commands

• On Screen Commands

■

Pandora® Commands

• PANDORA play

• Call <Phone Number>

• Call <Your contact Name>

■

iPod Commands

• iPod play

• iPod play track # (#:1-30)

• Music Search

• What album is this?

• What am I listening to?

Audio Commands^*1

■

Useful Commands

■

The system accepts these commands on the

dedicated screen for the voice recognition

of the audio.

The system accepts these commands on the

voice portal top screen.

• Call <Phone Number>

• Call <Your contact Name>

• What time is it?

■

USB Commands

• USB play

■

Radio FM Commands

• Radio tune to <87.7-107.9> FM

• Radio tune to <87.7 -107.9> HD <1-8>

FM

• USB play track # (#:1-30)

• Music Search

• What album is this?

• What am I listening to?

• What is today’s date?

• Radio FM preset # (#:1-12)

■

Radio AM Commands

• Radio tune to <530-1710> AM

• Radio AM preset # (#:1-6)

■

Bluetooth® audio Commands

• Bluetooth audio play

NOTE:

Bluetooth® Audio commands may not work

on some phones or Bluetooth® Audio

devices.

■

Radio SXM Commands

• SXM channel <1-999>

*1: Models with navigation system

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation

■

Play Commands

Climate Control Commands^*1

On Screen Commands

■

• Play artist <Name>

• Play track/song <Name>

• Play album <Name>

• Play genre/category <Name>

• Play playlist <Name>

• Play composer <Name>

When On Screen Commands is selected,

the explanation screen is displayed.

• Climate Control On

• Climate Control Off

• Fan Speed <1-7>

• Temperature max heat

• Temperature max cool

• Temperature <57-87> degrees

• Defrost On

Music Search Commands

■

The system accepts these commands on the

Music Search screen.

■

List Commands

• Defrost Off

• List artist <Name>

■

Using Song By Voice

• Air conditioner On

• Air conditioner Off

• More

• Vent

• Dash and floor

• List album <Name>

Song By Voice^TMis a feature that allows you

to select music from your iPod or USB device

using Voice Commands. To activate this

• List genre/category <Name>

• List playlist <Name>

• List composer <Name>

mode, you must press the

(Talk) button

and say: “Music search”.

• Floor vents

General Commands

■

• Floor and Defrost

• Climate Control Automatic

• Fan Speed up/down

• Temperature up

• Temperature down

NOTE:

These commands toggle the function on

and off, so the command may not match

your intended action.

■

Song By Voice Commands

• What time is it?

• What is today’s date?

• What am I listening to?

• Who am I listening to?

• Who is this?

• What’s playing?

• Who’s playing?

• What album is this?

*1: Models with navigation system

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

Playing AM/FM Radio

Audio/Information Screen

Open/Close Icon^*1

Scan Icon

Select to scan each station with a

strong signal.

(Audio) Icon

Select to display the audio screen.

Displays/hides the detailed

information.

Seek Icons

Select

or

to search the

selected band up or down for a

station with a strong signal.

VOL/

Knob

AUDIO (Volume/Power Audio)

Press to turn the audio system on and off.

Turn to adjust the volume.

Tune Icons

Select or

the radio frequency.

Preset Icons

to tune Tune the preset radio frequency. Select and hold the

(Back) Icon

Select to go back to the previous

display.

preset icon to store that station. Select

preset 7 onwards.

to display

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

1Preset Memory

Preset Memory

■

The ST indicator appears on the display indicating

stereo FM broadcasts.

Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.

To store a station:

1. Tune to the selected station.

2. Select and hold the preset number for the station you want to store.

Switching the Audio Mode

Press the

select SOURCE on the screen.

2 Audio Remote Controls P. 244

3 4

or button on the steering wheel or

You can also store a preset station by the following procedure.

1. Tune to the selected station.

2. Select the open/close icon to display a list.

3. Select the Preset tab.

You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into

preset memory.

4. Select and hold the preset number for the station you want to store.

HD Radio Technology manufactured under license

from iBiquity Digital Corporation. U.S. and Foreign

Patents. HD Radio^TMand the HD, HD Radio, and

“Arc” logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity

Digital Corp.

Station List

■

Lists the strongest stations on the selected band.

1. Select the open/close icon to display a list.

2. Select the Station List tab.

3. Select the station.

■

Manual update

Updates your available station list at any time.

1. Select the open/close icon to display a list.

2. Select the Station List tab.

3. Select Refresh.

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Scan

■

Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds. To turn

off scan, select Cancel or

.

HD Subchannel

■

Displays the subchannel list when an HD Radio^TMstation is selected while listening to

an FM station.

1. Select MENU.

2. Select HD Radio Subchannel.

3. Select the channel number.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

1Radio Data System (RDS)

Radio Data System (RDS)

■

When you select an RDS-capable FM station, the RDS

automatically turns on, and the frequency display

changes to the station name. However, when the

signals of that station become weak, the display

changes from the station name to the frequency.

Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station.

■

To find an RDS station from Station List

1. Select the open/close icon to display a list while listening to an FM station.

2. Select the Station List tab.

3. Select the station.

■

Manual update

Updates your available station list at any time.

1. Select the open/close icon to display a list while listening to an FM station.

2. Select the Station List tab.

3. Select Refresh.

■

Radio text

Displays the radio text information of the selected RDS station.

1. Select MENU.

2. Select View Radio Text.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio

Playing SiriusXM® Radio

Channel Icons

Category Icons

Select

or

to the previous

Select

or

to display and select a

or next channel.

Select and hold to rapidly skip 10

channels at a time.

SiriusXM® Radio category.

Scan Icon

Select to scan each channel.

Audio/Information Screen

(Audio) Icon

Select to display the audio screen.

Station Art

Open/Close Icon^*1

Displays/hides the detailed

information.

VOL/

AUDIO (Volume/Power Audio) Knob

Preset Icons

Tune the preset radio station. Select

and hold the preset icon to store that

station. Select

onwards.

Press to turn the audio system on and off.

Turn to adjust the volume.

Skip Icons

Select

section in the channel. Select and

hold to move rapidly within the

section.

to display preset 7

or

to change

(Back) Icon

Select to go back to the previous display.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio

1Playing SiriusXM® Radio

To Change the Tune Mode

■

In the channel mode, all available channels are

selectable. In the category mode, you can select a

channel within a category (Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc.).

1. Select MENU.

2. Select Tune Mode.

3. Select Channel Mode or Category Mode.

There may be instances when SiriusXM® Radio does

not broadcast all the data fields (artist name, title).

This does not indicate a problem with your audio

system.

SiriusXM® Radio stations load in ascending order,

which can take about a minute. Once they have

loaded you will be able to scroll up or down to make

your selections.

Switching the Audio Mode

Press the

3 4

or button on the steering wheel or

select SOURCE on the screen.

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Tune Start:

When you change to a preset channel, a song being

played on that channel restarts from the beginning

with this function. This can be turned on or off from

the Audio Settings screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio

1Playing SiriusXM® Radio

Preset Memory

■

You can store 12 SiriusXM® channels into the preset

memory.

To store a channel:

1. Tune to the selected channel.

2. Press and hold the preset number for the station you want to store.

3. Select OK.

You can also store a channel by the following procedure.

1. Tune to the selected channel.

2. Select the open/close icon to display a list.

3. Select the Preset tab.

4. Select and hold the preset number for the station you want to store.

1Multi-channel preset (for music channels only)

■

Multi-channel preset (for music channels only)

You can store up to five of your preferred music channels in total.

To store a multi-channel preset, you need to setup

the Multiple Channel Mix Preset setting to On.

2 Customized Features P. 366

1. Tune a station.

2. Select the open/close icon to display a list.

3. Select the Preset tab.

4. Select and hold the preset number you

want to add a music channel.

u A message appears if there are no

available presets.

5. Select Combine.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio

1Listening to Featured Channels

Listening to Featured Channels

■

Up to three featured channels by SiriusXM® can be

displayed.

Suggested channel listing received from SiriusXM® can be displayed and selected.

1. Select the open/close icon to display a channel list.

2. Select the Channel tab.

3. Select the featured channel list title you want to listen to.

u The selected channel list of the title is displayed.

4. Select the channel.

Featured channel lists are at the top of the channel

list.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio

1Replay Function

Replay Function

■

The system starts storing broadcast in memory when

the power mode is turned ON. You can go back to

the program from that point.

The system can record up to the last 60 minutes of your currently tuned channel’s

broadcast, as well as the last 30 minutes of your preset channel’s broadcast, starting

from the moment you turn the vehicle on. If you tuned to a preset channel, the

system records up to 60 minutes of a broadcast instead of up to 30 minutes. You

can rewind and replay the last 30 or 60 minutes of a broadcast.

1. Select MENU.

You can no longer replay any program once the

power mode is turned off as it erases memory.

You can check how long the program has been

stored in memory from the audio/information screen.

2. Select Playback.

3. Move the time marker to the position you want to replay.

After 30 or 60 minutes of recording the system will

automatically start deleting the oldest data.

The following items are available on the pop-up screen:

(Skip Down): Skips to the previously stored channel. Select and hold to fast-

rewind the current selection.

Audio/Information Screen

(A)

(Skip Up): Skips to the next channel. Select and hold to fast-forward the

current selection.

(15sec Back): Select to skip back 15 seconds in the current selection. Select and

hold to fast-rewind the current selection.

(15sec Skip): Select to skip forward 15 seconds in the current selection. Select

and hold to fast-forward the current selection.

u Select OK to close the pop-up menu. Replay in playback mode continues.

(C)

(B)

(A): Shows how much time the replayed segment is

behind the real-time broadcast

(B): Replayed segment

To play or pause on playback mode:

1. Select MENU.

2. Select Play/Pause.

(C): Length stored in memory

■

Returning to real-time broadcast

1. Select MENU.

2. Select Go to Live.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio

1Live Sports Alert

Live Sports Alert

■

The sports alert function is available in SiriusXM®

mode only.

While listening to other channels, you can receive sports alerts such as scores from

the games of your favorite teams.

■

To set up a favorite team

1To set up a favorite team

1. Select

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Audio.

4. Select SportsFlash Setup.

5. Select Favorite Team.

6. Select a team.

.

Sports alerts cut in only when SiriusXM® mode is on.

Selecting On(One Time) from the customize settings

disables the alert feature next time you turn the

power mode to ON.

2 Customized Features P. 366

You can also set up a favorite team by the following

procedure.

1. Select Audio.

2. Select MENU.

3. Select Setting.

4. Select SportsFlash Setup.

■

To set up an alert message

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Audio.

4. Select SportsFlash Setup.

5. Select Interrupt.

6. Select On(One Time) or On(Continue).

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■

To set up an alert beep

1To set up an alert beep

1. Select

.

You can also set up an alert beep by the following

procedure.

2. Select Settings.

1. Select Audio.

2. Select MENU.

3. Select Setting.

4. Select SportsFlash Setup.

3. Select Audio.

4. Select SportsFlash Setup.

5. Select Interrupt Beep.

6. Select On.

1Traffic and Weather Information

■

Traffic and Weather Information

You can receive traffic and weather information.

1. Select

The traffic and weather information function at

SiriusXM® mode only.

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Audio.

You can also set up the traffic and weather

information by the following procedure.

1. Select Audio.

2. Select MENU.

3. Select Setting.

4. Select Traffic & Weather Setup.

5. Select the region.

u When you do not want to receive the information, select Unregistered.

4. Select Traffic & Weather Setup.

1Scan

Scan

■

The “Scan Songs in Preset” function is based on

TuneScan^TMtechnology of SiriusXM®.

Sample each channel on the selected mode for 10 seconds.

1. Select Scan.

2. Select Scan Channels.

u You can select the desired channel by songs using Scan Song in Preset.

The “Featured Channels” function is based on

Featured Favorites^TMtechnology of SiriusXM®.

TuneScan^TMand Featured Favorites^TMare registered

trademarks of SiriusXM® Radio, Inc.

To turn off scan, select Cancel.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

Playing an iPod

Connect the iPod using your USB connector to the USB port, then select the iPod

mode.

2 USB Port(s) P. 241

(Audio) Icon

Audio/Information Screen

Open/Close Icon^*1

Select to display the audio screen.

(Back) Icon

Displays/hides the detailed

information.

Select to go back to the previous

display.

Song Icons

VOL/

AUDIO (Volume/Power Audio) Knob

Select

or

to change songs.

Play/Pause Icon

Press to turn the audio system on and off.

Turn to adjust the volume.

Select and hold to move rapidly

within a song.

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*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

1Playing an iPod

How to Select a Song from the Music Search List

■

Available operating functions vary on models or

versions. Some functions may not be available on the

vehicle’s audio system.

1. Select MENU and select Music Search.

If there is a problem, you may see an error message

on the audio/information screen.

2 iPod/USB Flash Drive P. 337

If you operate any music app on your iPhone/iPod

while the phone is connected to the audio system,

you may no longer be able to operate the same app

on the audio/information screen.

Category

Selection

Reconnect the device if necessary.

2. Select the items on that menu.

Select Switch USB Device in the Audio Menu

screen to switch to another USB device.

If an iPhone is connected via Apple CarPlay^TM, the

iPod/USB source is unavailable and audio files on the

phone can only be played within Apple CarPlay^TM

.

Item Selection

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

1How to Select a Play Mode

How to Select a Play Mode

■

Play Mode Menu Items

You can select shuffle and repeat modes when playing a file.

Shuffle Albums: Plays all available albums in a

selected list (playlists, artists, albums, songs,

podcasts, genres, composers, or audiobooks) in

random order.

Select a play mode.

Shuffle All Songs: Plays all available files in a

selected list (playlists, artists, albums, songs,

podcasts, genres, composers, or audiobooks) in

random order.

Repeat: Repeats the current track.

■

To turn off a play mode

Select the mode you want to turn off.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSong By Voice^TM(SBV)

Song By Voice^TM(SBV)

Use SBV to search for and play music from your USB flash drive or iPod using voice

commands.

1Song By Voice^TM(SBV)

Setting options:

•

On (factory default): Song By Voice^TMcommands

are available.

■

To enable SBV

•

Off: Disable the feature.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select System.

4. Select the Voice Recog. tab.

5. Select Song by Voice.

6. Select Next, then select On or Off.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSong By Voice^TM(SBV)

■

Searching for music using SBV

1Searching for music using SBV

Song By Voice^TMCommands List

1. Set the Song by Voice setting to On.

2. Press the (Talk) button and say “Music

2 Song By Voice Commands P. 296

Search” to activate the SBV feature for the

USB flash drive and iPod.

3. Then, say a next command.

u Example 1: Say “(List)‘Artist A’” to view a

list of songs by that artist. Select the

desired song to start playing.

u Example 2: Say “Play ‘Artist A’” to start

playing songs by that artist.

NOTE:

Song By Voice^TMcommands are available for tracks

stored on the USB flash drive or iPod.

You can add phonetic modifications of difficult

words so that it is easier for SBV to recognize artists,

songs, albums, and composers in voice commands.

2 Phonetic Modification P. 313

4. To cancel SBV, press the

back) button on the steering wheel. The

selected song continues playing.

(hang-up/

SBV is not available when using Apple CarPlay^TM. Use

Siri® Eyes Free instead.

Once you have canceled this mode, you need

to press the

button and say “Music

Search” again to re-activate this mode.

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1Phonetic Modification

Phonetic Modification

■

Song by Voice Phonetic Modification is grayed

out when Song By Voice is set to Off.

Add phonetic modifications of difficult or foreign words so that it is easier for SBV

to recognize artists, songs, albums, and composers in voice commands when

searching for music on the USB flash drive or iPod.

You can store up to 2,000 phonetic modification

items.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select System.

4. Select the Voice Recog. tab.

5. Select Song by Voice Phonetic

Modification.

6. Select New Modification.

7. Select USB or iPod.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSong By Voice^TM(SBV)

8. Select the item to modify (e.g., Artist).

u The list of the selected item appears on

the screen.

9. Select an entry to modify.

u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

u To listen to the current phonetic

modification, select Play.

u To delete the current phonetic

modification, select Delete.

10.Select Modify.

11.Select the phonetic spelling you want to

use (e.g., “Artist A”) when prompted.

12.Select Done.

u The artist “No Name” is phonetically

modified to “Artist A.” When in the SBV

mode, you can press the

(Talk) button

and use the voice command “Play ‘Artist

A’” to play songs by the artist “No

Name.”

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Pandora®

Playing Pandora®

Your audio system allows you to listen to music from the Pandora® app on a

compatible smartphone.

1Playing Pandora®

Pandora , the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade

®

dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of

Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission. Pandora is

only available in certain countries. Visit the Pandora

website for more information.

This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system, or with an iPhone, you can connect using

your USB cable to the USB port.

2 Phone Setup P. 427

To find out if your phone is compatible with this

feature, visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/,

or call 1-888-528-7876.

2 USB Port(s) P. 241

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To use this service in your vehicle, the Pandora® app

must first be installed on your phone. Visit

www.pandora.com. for more information.

(Audio) Icon

Select to display the

audio screen.

Audio/Information

(Back) Icon

Select to go back to

the previous display.

Pandora® is free, personalized radio that plays music

and comedy you’ll love. Just start with the name of

one of your favorite artists, tracks, comedians or

composers and Pandora® will create a custom station

that plays similar tracks. Pandora® also features

hundreds of genre stations ranging from Dubstep to

Smooth Jazz to Power Workout.

Screen

VOL/

(Volume/Power

Audio) Knob

Press to turn the audio

system on and off.

Turn to adjust the

volume.

AUDIO

Like/Dislike Icons

Select to evaluate a track.

Station Up/

Down Icons

Select to change

a station.

Play/Pause Icon

Select to resume or play a track.

If you cannot operate Pandora® through the audio

system, it may be streaming through Bluetooth®

Audio. Make sure Pandora® mode on your audio

system is selected.

Skip Icon

Select to skip a track.

If your phone is connected to Android Auto^TM

,

Pandora® is only available through the Android

Auto^TMinterface. Visit the Android Auto^TMwebsite to

check compatibility.

*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Pandora®

1Pandora® Menu

Pandora® Menu

■

Available operating functions vary on software

versions. Some functions may not be available on the

vehicle’s audio system.

You can operate some of the Pandora® menu items from your vehicle’s audio

system. The available items are:

• Bookmark

If there is a problem, you may see an error message

on the audio/information screen.

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• Station List

• New Station

• Switch USB device

• Sound

Pandora® may limit the total number of skips allowed

on the service. If you dislike a track after the skip limit

has been reached, your feedback will be saved but

the current track will continue to play.

• Setting

■

Operating a menu item

1. Select MENU.

2. Select an item.

To change stations, activate the Pandora® menu,

select Station List, and then select a new station. It

also changes stations on the main Pandora® screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive

Playing a USB Flash Drive

Your audio system reads and plays sound files on a USB flash drive in either MP3,

WMA, AAC^*1or WAV format.

Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then select the USB mode.

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(Back) Icon

Select to go back to the previous

display.

(Audio) Icon

Select to display the audio screen.

Audio/Information Screen

Open/Close Icon^*2

Displays/hides the detailed

information.

VOL/

Knob

AUDIO (Volume/Power Audio)

Press to turn the audio system on and

off.

Turn to adjust the volume.

Track Icons

Select

or

to change files.

Folder Icons

Select and hold to move rapidly within

a track.

Select

to skip to the next folder, and

to skip to the beginning of the previous folder.

*1:Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this unit.

*2:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive

1Playing a USB Flash Drive

How to Select a File from the Music Search List

■

Use the recommended USB flash drives.

2 General Information on the Audio System

P. 342

1. Select MENU and select Music Search.

WMA files protected by digital rights management

(DRM) cannot be played.

The audio system displays Unplayable File , then

skips to the next file.

If there is a problem, you may see an error message

on the audio/information screen.

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Folder Selection

2. Select a folder.

Select Switch USB Device in the Audio Menu

screen to switch to another USB device.

Track Selection

3. Select a track.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive

1How to Select a Play Mode

How to Select a Play Mode

■

Play Mode Menu Items

Scan

Scan Folders: Provides 10-second sampling of the

first file in each of the main folders.

Scan Tracks: Provides 10-second sampling of all files

in the current folder.

You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a file.

■

Scan

1. Select MENU.

2. Select Scan.

3. Select a play mode.

Random/Repeat

Random in Folder: Plays all files in the current

folder in random order.

Random All Tracks: Plays all files in random order.

Repeat Folder: Repeats all files in the current folder.

Repeat Track: Repeats the current file.

■

Random/Repeat

Select a play mode.

■

To turn off a play mode

To turn off Scan, select or Cancel.

To turn off Random or Repeat, select the mode you want to turn off.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth® Audio

Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Your audio system allows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth-compatible

1Playing Bluetooth® Audio

phone.

Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming

audio capabilities are compatible.

For a list of compatible phones, visit

automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/,

or call 1-888-528-7876.

This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Audio/

It may be illegal to perform some data device

functions while driving.

Information

Screen

Bluetooth

Only one phone can be used with HFL at a time.

When there are more than two paired phones in the

vehicle, the system automatically connects to the

prioritised phone. You can assign priority to a phone

in the Priority Device Settings.

(Back) Icon

Select to go back to the

Indicator

Appears when

previous display.

your phone is

(Audio) Icon

Select to display

the audio screen.

connected to

HFL.

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Open/Close

Icon^*1

Displays/hides

the detailed

information.

VOL/

AUDIO

The connected phone for Bluetooth Audio can be different.

®

(Volume/Power

Audio) Knob

Press to turn the

audio system on

and off.

If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system,

there may be a delay before the system begins to play.

Track Icons

Select

Group Icons

In some cases, the name of the artist, album, or track

may not appear correctly.

or

to change tracks.

Turn to adjust the

volume.

Select

or

to change group.

Some functions may not be available on some devices.

If a phone is currently connected via Apple CarPlay^TMor

Play Icon

Pause Icon

Android Auto^TM

,

Bluetooth

unavailable. However, a second previously paired phone

can stream Bluetooth Audio by selecting Connect

®

Audio from that phone is

*1:Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, some or all of the lists may not

be displayed.

®

from the Bluetooth Device List screen.

2 Phone Setup P. 427

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth® Audio

1To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

■

To play the audio files, you may need to operate your

phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s operating

instructions.

1. Make sure that your phone is paired and

connected to the system.

2 Phone Setup P. 427

Switching to another mode pauses the music playing

from your phone.

2. Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.

If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-

compatible phone, which is not compatible

for Bluetooth® Audio, may already be

connected.

You can change the connected phone in the

Bluetooth® settings on the Audio Menu screen by

the following procedure.

1. Select MENU.

2. Select Setting.

■

To pause or resume a file

Select the play icon or pause icon.

1Searching for Music

Searching for Music

■

Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,

some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

1. Select MENU.

2. Select Music Search.

3. Select a search category (e.g., Albums).

4. Select an item.

u The selection begins playing.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

HondaLink®

HondaLink® connects you to the latest information from Honda. You can connect

your phone wirelessly through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth®.

2 Wi-Fi Connection P. 327

1HondaLink®

The HondaLink® connect app is compatible with most

iPhone and Android phones.

2 Phone Setup P. 427

Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and

smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data

subscription package.

HondaLink® Menu

■

If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay^TMor

Android Auto^TM, HondaLink® can only be connected

through Wi-Fi.

■

Places^*

Displays restaurants, gas stations, Honda dealers, etc. and provides navigation

instructions to those locations via the navigation system.

■

Vehicle

Displays instruction messages when the vehicle needs service.

■

Help & Support

Displays tips on vehicle usage and provides information on roadside assistance and

the customer service center.

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

■

Messages from Honda

Displays helpful and important information from Honda.

■

Weather^*

Displays a weekly five-day weather forecast for any location you want. You can

change the ZIP Code at any time.

To Set Up to Connect HondaLink® Service

■

Use the following procedure to connect to the HondaLink® service.

■

To enable the HondaLink® service

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Info.

4. Select the HondaLink tab.

5. Select Diagnostics & Location Data.

6. Select On.

To complete the procedure, you must consent

to the collection and transmission of data

pertaining to your vehicle.

Enable once: Allows only one time. (Prompt

shows again next time.)

Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt

does not show again.)

Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

* Not available on all models

Continued

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

■

To link with HondaLink®

You can see this screen after launching

HondaLink®.

324

uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

Vehicle Information and Message from Honda Tips

■

Using the shortcut operation, you can quickly gain access to new messages.

1. In the header area, a message appears to

notify you of a new message.

u When the message is received, a

notification ring can be heard.

Message Icon

2. The notification message is replaced by an

icon which remains displayed until the new

message is read.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

3. From the top of the screen, swipe down to

1Vehicle Information and Message from Honda Tips

see the messages.

When you update HondaLink®, you must keep the

engine running and maintain a constant connection

with HondaLink®.

If the update is interrupted, the system will

automatically resume the process. If, however, a

week has elapsed since the process was first

interrupted, you must repeat the process from the

beginning.

You can update HondaLink® by selecting Message

from Honda on the HondaLink® menu.

4. Select a new message to open.

u If you have selected the update option

for HondaLink®, follow the directions on

the screen to complete the process.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuWi-Fi Connection

Wi-Fi Connection

You can connect the Display Audio to the Internet using Wi-Fi and browse websites

or use online services on the audio/information screen. If your phone has wireless

hotspot capabilities, the system can be tethered to the phone. Use the following

steps to setup.

1Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)

Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)

■

You cannot go through the setting procedure while a

vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to set the audio

system in Wi-Fi mode.

1. Select

.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Bluetooth / Wi-Fi.

4. Select the Wi-Fi tab.

5. Select Wi-Fi On/Off Status, select Next,

then On.

Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and

smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data

subscription package.

6. Select Yes.

Check your phone manual to find out if the phone

has Wi-Fi connectivity.

7. Select Wi-Fi Device List.

u Make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is

in access point (tethering) mode.

u Select the phone you want to connect to

the system.

You can confirm whether Wi-Fi connection is on or

off with the

icon on the Wi-Fi Device List

screen. Network speed will not be displayed on this

screen.

u If you do not find the phone you want to

connect in the list, select Scan.

8. Select Add.

u If needed, enter a password for your

phone and select Done.

u When the connection is successful, the

icon is displayed on the top of the

screen.

9. Select

to go back to the home screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuWi-Fi Connection

1Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

■

iPhone users

Make sure your phone's Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.

You may need to go through an initial setup for Wi-

Fi connection again after you boot your phone.

328

uuAudio System Basic OperationuSiri® Eyes Free

Siri® Eyes Free

You can talk to Siri using the

(Talk) button on the steering wheel when your

1Siri® Eyes Free

iPhone is paired to the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

2 Phone Setup P. 427

Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Check Apple Inc. website for features available for

Siri.

We recommend against using Siri other than in Siri®

Eyes Free while operating a vehicle.

1Using Siri® Eyes Free

Using Siri® Eyes Free

■

Some commands work only on specific phone

features or apps.

Appears

when Siri is

activated in

Siri® Eyes

Free

While in Siri® Eyes Free:

The display remains the same.

No feedback or commands

appear.

(Talk) Button

Press and hold until the display

changes as shown.

(Hang-up/back) Button

Press to deactivate Siri® Eyes Free.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay^TM

Apple CarPlay^TM

If you connect an Apple CarPlay^TM-compatible iPhone to the system via the 1.5A USB

port, you can use the audio/information screen, instead of the iPhone display, to

make a phone call, listen to music, view maps (navigation), and access messages.

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1Apple CarPlay^TM

Only iPhone 5 or newer versions with iOS 8.4 or later

are compatible with Apple CarPlay^TM

.

Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to

Apple CarPlay^TMand when launching any compatible

apps.

Apple CarPlay^TMMenu

■

To use Apple CarPlay^TM, connect the USB cable to the

1.5A USB port. Other USB ports will not enable Apple

CarPlay^TMoperation.

Home screen

Apple CarPlay^TMmenu screen

2 USB Port(s) P. 241

To directly access the Apple CarPlay^TMphone

function, select Phone on the home screen. While

connected to Apple CarPlay^TM, calls are only made

through Apple CarPlay^TM. If you want to make a call

with Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, turn Apple

CarPlay^TMOFF or detach the USB cable from your

iPhone.

Apple CarPlay^TMicon

Go back to the Apple

CarPlay^TMmenu screen

Select the Honda icon to go

back to the home screen

2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay^TMP. 331

■

Phone

Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voice mail.

When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay^TM, it

is not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio or

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. However, other

previously paired phones can stream audio via

Bluetooth® while Apple CarPlay^TMis connected.

2 Phone Setup P. 427

■

Messages

Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.

■

Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

For details on countries and regions where Apple

CarPlay^TMis available, as well as information

pertaining to function, refer to the Apple homepage.

330

uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay^TM

1Apple CarPlay^TM

■

Maps

Apple CarPlay^TMOperating Requirements &

Limitations

Apple CarPlay^TMrequires a compatible iPhone with an

active cellular connection and data plan. Your

carrier’s rate plans will apply.

Display Apple Maps and use the navigation function just as you would on your

iPhone.

Models with navigation system

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay^TM) can give

directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior

destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are

currently using will direct you to your destination.

Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,

and other technology integral to providing Apple

CarPlay^TMfunctionality, as well as new or revised

governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or

cessation of Apple CarPlay^TMfunctionality and

services. Honda cannot and does not provide any

warranty or guarantee of future Apple CarPlay^TM

performance or functionality.

Setting Up Apple CarPlay^TM

■

After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the 1.5A USB port, use the

following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay^TM. Use of Apple CarPlay^TMwill result in

the transmission of certain user and vehicle information (such as vehicle location,

speed, and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay^TMexperience. You

will need to consent to the sharing of this information on the audio/information

screen.

It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are

compatible with Apple CarPlay^TM. Refer to the Apple

homepage for information on compatible apps.

1Setting Up Apple CarPlay^TM

■

Enabling Apple CarPlay^TM

You can also use the method below to set up Apple

CarPlay^TM

:

Enable once: Allows only once. (Prompt

shows again next time.)

Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt

does not show again.)

Select HOME Settings Smartphone

Apple CarPlay

Use of user and vehicle information

Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

The use and handling of user and vehicle information

transmitted to/from your iPhone by Apple CarPlay^TM

is governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions

and Apple’s Privacy Policy.

You may change the consent settings under

the Smartphone settings menu.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay^TM

1Operating Apple CarPlay^TMwith Siri®

Operating Apple CarPlay^TMwith Siri®

■

Below are examples of questions and commands for

Siri®.

Press and hold the

(Talk) button to activate Siri®.

•

What movies are playing today?

Call dad at work.

What song is this?

How’s the weather tomorrow?

Read my latest email.

Find a table for four tonight in Chicago.

For more information, please visit

www.apple.com/ios/siri.

(Talk) button:

Press and hold to activate Siri®.

Press again to deactivate Siri®.

Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto^TM

Android Auto^TM

1Android Auto^TM

When you connect an Android phone to the Display Audio system via the 1.5A USB

port, Android Auto^TMis automatically initiated. When connected via Android

Auto^TM, you can use the audio/information screen to access the Phone, Google

Maps (Navigation), Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When you first

use Android Auto^TM, a tutorial will appear on the screen.

We recommend that you complete this tutorial while safely parked before using

Android Auto^TM.

To use Android Auto^TM, you need to download the

Android Auto^TMapp from Google Play to your

smartphone.

Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are

compatible with Android Auto^TM

.

Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used with Android Auto^TM

phone.

2 USB Port(s) P. 241

2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 335

Park in a safe place before connecting your Android

phone to Android Auto^TMand when launching any

compatible apps.

To use Android Auto^TM, connect the USB cable to the

1.5A USB port. Other USB ports will not enable

Android Auto^TMoperation.

2 USB Port(s) P. 241

When your Android phone is connected to Android

Auto^TM, it is not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio.

However, other previously paired phones can stream

audio via Bluetooth® while Android Auto^TMis

connected.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto^TM

1Android Auto^TM

Android Auto^TMMenu

■

For details on countries and regions where Android

Auto^TMis available, as well as information pertaining

to function, refer to the Android Auto^TMhomepage.

6

Android Auto^TMOperating Requirements &

Limitations

Android Auto^TMrequires a compatible Android phone

with an active cellular connection and data plan.

Your carrier’s rate plans will apply.

: Go back to

the home screen

Android Auto^TMicon

Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,

and other technology integral to providing Android

Auto^TMfunctionality, as well as new or revised

governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or

cessation of Android Auto^TMfunctionality and

services. Honda cannot and does not provide any

warranty or guarantee of future Android Auto^TM

performance or functionality.

a Maps (Navigation)

Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your

Android phone. When the vehicle is in motion, it is not possible to make keyboard

entries. Stop the vehicle in a safe location to undertake a search or provide other

inputs.

Models with navigation system

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Android Auto^TM) can give

directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior

destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are

currently using will direct you to your destination.

The audio/information screen shows you turn-by turn driving directions to your

destination.

It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are

compatible with Android Auto^TM. Refer to the

Android Auto^TMhomepage for information on

compatible apps.

b Phone (Communication)

Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail.

c Google Now (Home screen)

Display useful information organized by Android Auto^TMinto simple cards that

appear just when they’re needed.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto^TM

d Music and audio

Play Google Play Music and music apps that are compatible with Android Auto^TM.

To switch between music apps, press this icon.

e Go back to the Home Screen.

f Voice

Operate Android Auto^TMwith your voice.

Auto Pairing Connection

■

When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the 1.5A USB port, Android

Auto^TMis automatically initiated.

■

Enabling Android Auto^TM

1Enabling Android Auto^TM

Only initialize Android Auto^TMwhen you safely

parked. When Android Auto^TMfirst detects your

phone, you will need to set up your phone so that

auto pairing is possible. Refer to the instruction

manual that came with your phone.

Enable once: Allows only once. (Prompt

shows again next time.)

Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt

does not show again.)

Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

You can use the method below to change Android

Auto^TMsettings after you have completed the initial

setup:

You may change the consent settings under

the Smartphone settings menu.

Select HOME Settings Smartphone

Android Auto

Use of user and vehicle information

The use and handling of user and vehicle information

transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto^TMis

governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto^TM

1Operating Android Auto^TMwith Voice Recognition

Operating Android Auto^TMwith Voice Recognition

■

Below are examples of commands you can give with

voice recognition:

Press and hold the

(Talk) button to operate Android Auto^TMwith your voice.

•

Reply to text.

Call my wife.

Navigate to Honda.

Play my music.

Send a text message to my wife.

Call flower shop.

For more information, please refer to the Android

Auto^TMhomepage.

You can also activate the voice recognition function

by pressing the

the screen.

icon in the upper-right corner of

(Talk) button:

Press and hold to operate Android Auto^TMwith your voice.

Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.

(Hang-up/back) button:

Press to deactivate voice recognition.

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Audio Error Messages

iPod/USB Flash Drive

If an error occurs while playing an iPod or USB flash drive, you may see the following

error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

Error Message

Solution

Appears when there is a problem with the audio system. Check if the device is

compatible with the audio system.

USB Error^{*1, *2}

A charging error has occurred with the

connected USB device. When safe please

check the compatibility of the device and

USB cable and try again.^*2

Appears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect the device. Then turn

the audio system off, and turn it on again. Do not reconnect the device that caused the

error.

Unsupported Ver^*1

Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. If it appears when a supported iPod

is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version.

Unsupported Version^*2

Connect Retry^{*1, *2}

Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. Reconnect the iPod.

Appears when the files in the USB flash drive are copyright protected or an unsupported

format. This error message appears for about three seconds, then plays the next song.

Unplayable File^{*1, *2}

iPod

Appears when the iPod is empty.

USB flash drive

No Song^*1

No Data^*2

Appears when the USB flash drive is empty or there are no MP3, WMA, AAC, or WAV

files in the USB flash drive.

iPod and USB flash drive

Check that compatible files are stored on the device.

Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported

device is connected, reconnect the device.

Unsupported^{*1, *2}

*1:Models with color audio system

*2:Models with Display Audio

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