Audio System Basic Operation
Audio system with two displays
1Audio System Basic Operation
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or
Audio Menu Items
2 Station List P. 291
2 How to Select a File from the Music Search
List (MP3/WMA/AAC) P. 297, 303
2 Scan P. 294
ON (w*1
(Menu) Button
(Home) Button
.
(Home) Button: Press to go to the home
screen.
2 Switching the Display P. 272
2 How to Select a Play Mode P. 298, 301, 304
(Menu) Button: Press to select any mode.
The available mode includes Change Source,
Station List, Save Preset, Radio Text,
Music Search, and play modes. Play modes
can be also selected from Scan, Random/
Repeat, and so on.
When the battery has been reconnected or replaced,
the next start-up may take a few minutes for the
audio system to start. Wait a few moments while the
system is starting up.
Press and hold the
(Power) button for
(Day/Night) Button
(Back) Button
(Back) Button: Press to go back to the
previous display when it is displayed.
approximately 10 seconds to reset the system.
When the system is reset and started up, you are
required to input the password.
(Day/Night) button:
Press to change the audio/information screen
brightness.
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Press the
button once and select (- or
(+ to make an adjustment.
u Each time you press the
button, the
mode switches among the daytime
mode, nighttime mode and off mode.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
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Models with navigation system
1How to access the disc slot
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How to access the disc slot
If you eject the CD but do not remove it from the slot,
the system reloads the CD automatically after several
seconds.
Press the (Eject/CLOSE) button to open the
screen.
u The screen folds back, and the CD slot
Do not use the folded down screen as a tray.
appears.
Models without keyless access system
You cannot open the screen when the key is in the
ignition switch.
Press the
the screen to the upright position.
(Eject/CLOSE) button to return
Models with keyless access system
You cannot open the screen when the power mode
is in VEHICLE OFF.
(Eject/CLOSE) Button
CD Slot
(Eject/CLOSE) Button
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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
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Models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
Press the
button to go to the home screen.
Select Phone, Info, Audio, Settings, or Navigation*.
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Phone
Displays the HFT information.
2 Hands-Free Telephone System P. 364
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
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Info
To see all available information, Trip Computer, Clock/Wallpaper, or System/
Device Information, press the
button.
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.
Clock/Wallpaper:
Displays the clock and wallpaper.
System/Device Information:
• Version Information: Displays the software version of the audio system.
• USB Device Information: Displays the memory usage of the USB device.
• USB Device Change: Connects or disconnects USB device to this audio system.
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Audio
Displays the current status.
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Settings
Enters the customizing menu screen.
2 Customized Features* P. 323
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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
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout
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1. Press the
button.
2. Select Settings.
3. Select System.
4. Select the HOME tab.
5. Select Home icon position.
6. Select and hold the icon then, drag it to the
desired position.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
1Wallpaper Setup
Wallpaper Setup
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The wallpaper you set up on Clock Wallpaper/
Type cannot be displayed on the i-multi-
information display.
You can change, store, and delete the wallpaper on the audio/information screen.
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Import wallpaper
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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 64 characters.
The file format of the image that can be imported
is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).
drive.
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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 Info.
4. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, 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.
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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.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
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Select wallpaper
1Wallpaper Setup
1. Select Settings.
From the pop-up menu, select Preview to see a
2. Select Info.
preview at full-size screen.
3. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, 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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Delete wallpaper
1. Select Settings.
2. Select Info.
3. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, 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 press
u A confirmation message appears on the screen.
6. Select Yes to delete completely.
the
(Back) button.
u The display will return to the wallpaper list.
When the file size is large, it takes a while to be
previewed.
To delete all wallpapers you add, select Delete All,
then Yes.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
Home Screen
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To change to a next screen
1To change to a next screen
The home screen has 5 pages (fixed). You cannot add
any more pages.
Swipe
Icon
Icon
Current page position
Selecting or , or swiping the screen left or right changes to the next screen.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
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To use apps or widgets
1To use apps or widgets
1. Select
.
Select and hold a selected app or widget to add that
app's or widget's shortcut on the home screen.
u The App/Widget List screen appears.
2. Select the app or widget you want to use.
If preinstall apps do not startup normally, try Factory
Data Reset.
In case those apps still do not startup normally even
after Factory Data Reset, contact a dealer.
Preinstall app list:
• Aha Radio: Starts up Aha Radio app.
• Browser: Displays the web browser utilized
by smartphone and Wi-Fi connection.
• Calculator: Displays calculator.
• Calendar: Displays calender.
• Clock: Displays clock.
If you perform Factory Data Reset, it may reset all
the settings to their factory default.
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Icon
• Downloads: Displays the data downloaded
from the web browser and so on.
• Gallery: Displays the image list stored in
the audio system.
• Garmin Navigator: Starts up navigation
app.
• Honda App Center: Displays Honda App
Center.
• Install App: Installs and updates app
stored in the USB flash drive. However, you
can install and update app only through
Honda App Center.
• Music: Displays the music list stored in the
audio system.
• Search: Displays various retrieval screens.
• Settings: Displays the Android setting
screen.
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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 and hold empty space on the home
screen.
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
2. Select Add App or Add Widget.
u The Add App/Widget screen appears.
Select and hold.
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3. Select and hold an app or widget icon you
want to add.
u The screen switches to the Home
customize screen.
4. Drag and drop the icon to where you want
it to be.
Select and hold.
5. Select OK.
u The screen will return to the home
screen.
Drag and drop.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
1To move icons on the home screen
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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.
You can also move the Phone, Info, Audio,
Settings, and Navigation* icons in the same
manner.
u The screen switches to the Home
customize screen.
2. Drag and drop the icon to where you want
it to be.
3. Select OK.
Select and hold.
u The screen will return to the home
screen.
Drag and drop.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
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To delete icons on the home screen
You can delete the icons on the home screen.
1. Select and hold an icon.
1To delete icons on the home screen
You cannot delete the Phone, Info, Audio,
Settings, and Navigation* icons.
u The screen switches to the Home
customize screen.
2. Drag and drop the icon you want to delete
to waste basket icon.
Apps or widgets will not be deleted by deleting the
icon on the home screen.
Select and hold.
u The icon is deleted.
3. Select OK.
u The screen will return to the home
screen.
Drag and drop.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
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To change a wallpaper of the home screen
You can change a wallpaper of the home screen.
1. Select and hold empty space on the home
screen.
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
2. Select Select Wallpaper.
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
3. Select an app for selecting wallpapers.
4. Select the wallpaper you want to change.
5. Select Set wallpaper.
u The wallpaper is changed, then the
screen will return to the home screen.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
Status Area
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Swipe the upper area of the screen.
u The status area appears.
Select an item to see the details.
Swipe
Select
area.
or swipe up the
icon to close the
Status Area
Icon
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
1Changing the Screen Interface
Changing the Screen Interface
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You need to reboot the system after changing the
interface design. Wait a few moments while the
system is starting up.
You can change the screen interface design.
1. Press the
button.
2. Select Settings.
3. Select System.
4. Select the Others tab.
5. Select Skin Change.
6. A confirmation message appears on the
screen. Select Yes.
You can change the wallpaper on the audio/
information screen.
2 Wallpaper Setup P. 275
If you change the screen interface, some of the
setting items will change.
2 Customized Features* P. 323
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
1Closing Apps
Closing Apps
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If you leave the apps used open in the background,
some apps may stop operating properly next time
using them.
You can close apps running in the background on the system.
1. Press and hold the
button.
2. Select the Active tab.
If this happens close unused apps.
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.
4. Select Clear.
u The display will return to the app list.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAdjusting the Sound
Adjusting the Sound
1. Press the
button.
1Adjusting the Sound
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Audio.
4. 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.
Select a tab from the following choices:
BASS, TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE, SUBW
(Subwoofer)*, Speed Volume
Compensation (SVC)
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuDisplay Setup
Display Setup
You can change the brightness or colour 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
button.
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 Colour Theme
Changing the Screen’s Colour Theme
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Reboot may take a few minutes. If you default the
System settings when the colour theme is changed
from its default colour, the system reboots.
2 Customized Features* P. 323
1. Press the
2. Select Settings.
3. Select System.
button.
4. Select the Display tab.
5. Select Background Colour.
6. Select the setting you want and select it
again.
u A confirmation message appears on the
screen. Select Yes to reboot the system.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSelecting an Audio Source
Selecting an Audio Source
1Selecting an Audio Source
Select the source icon.
Source Select Screen
If you startup preinstalled audio apps,
displayed on the upper left of the screen.
is
These preinstalled apps cannot be displayed on the
source select screen.
You can startup those audio apps from App/Widget
List.
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 OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio
Playing AM/FM Radio
i-Multi-Information Display
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system
on and off.
VOL (Volume) Buttons
Press to adjust the volume.
Audio/Information Screen
Open/Close Icon*1
Displays/hides the detailed
information.
(Menu) Button
Press to display the menu items.
Seek Icons
Select
or
to search up
(Back) Button
Press to go back to the previous
display.
and down the selected band for a
station with a strong signal.
Tune Icons
Select
or
to tune the radio
frequency.
*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio
1Preset Memory
Preset Memory
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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. Press the
3. Select Save Preset.
4. Select the preset number for the station you want to store.
button.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the SOURCE button on the steering wheel or
select SOURCE on the screen.
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You can also switch the mode by selecting Change
Source on the Audio menu screen.
Station List
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Lists the strongest stations on the selected band.
1. Press the button.
2. Select Station List.
3. Select the station.
You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into
preset memory.
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Manual update
Updates your available station list at any time.
1. Press the button.
2. Select Station List.
3. Select Update List.
Scan
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Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds.
1. Press the
button.
2. Select Scan.
To turn off scan, select Cancel Scan.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio
1Radio Data System (RDS)
Radio Data System (RDS)
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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.
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To find an RDS station from Station List
1. Press the button while listening to an FM station.
2. Select Station List.
3. Select the station.
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Manual update
Updates your available station list at any time.
1. Press the
button while listening to an FM station.
2. Select Station List.
3. Select Update List.
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Radio text
Displays the radio text information of the selected RDS station.
1. Press the button.
2. Select Radio Text.
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Scan
Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds.
1. Press the
button.
2. Select Scan.
To turn off scan, select Cancel Scan.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
Playing DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
i-Multi-Information Display
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system
on and off.
VOL (Volume) Buttons
Press to adjust the volume.
Audio/Information Screen
Open/Close Icon*1
Displays/hides the detailed
information.
(Menu) Button
Press to display the menu items.
Service Icons
Select
or
to search up
(Back) Button
Press to go back to the previous
display.
and down the selected band for a
station with a strong signal.
Ensemble Icons
Select
or
to tune the frequency.
*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
1Playing DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
Preset Memory
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Switching the Audio Mode
Press the SOURCE button on the steering wheel or
select SOURCE on the screen.
Stores a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Press the
3. Select Save Preset.
4. Select the preset number for the station you want to store.
button.
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You can also switch the mode by selecting Change
Source on the Audio menu screen.
You can store 12 DAB stations into preset memory.
Ensemble List
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Lists the strongest stations.
1. Press the button.
2. Select Ensemble List.
3. Select the station.
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Manual update
Updates your available station list at any time.
1. Press the button.
2. Select Ensemble List.
3. Select Update List.
Scan
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Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds.
1. Press the
button.
2. Select Scan.
3. Select Scan Ensemble or Scan Service.
To turn off scan, select Cancel Scan.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)
Radio text
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Displays the radio text information of the selected DAB station.
1. Press the button.
2. Select Radio Text.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a CD
Models with navigation system
Playing a CD
Your audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs in either MP3 or WMA,
or AAC*1 format. With the CD loaded, select the CD mode.
i-Multi-Information Display
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system
on and off.
VOL (Volume) Buttons
Press to adjust the volume.
Audio/Information Screen
Open/Close Icon*2
(Menu) Button
Press to display the menu items.
Displays/hides the detailed
information.
(Back) Button
Press to go back to the previous
display.
(Eject/Close) Button
Press to eject a CD.
Track Icons
Select
or
to change
tracks (files in MP3, WMA, or AAC).
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 in MP3, WMA, or AAC.
*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 CD
1Playing a CD
How to Select a File from the Music Search List (MP3/WMA/
AAC)
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NOTICE
Do not use CDs with adhesive labels. The label can
cause the CD to jam in the unit.
1. Press the
Search.
button and select Music
WMA files protected by digital rights management
(DRM) cannot be played.
The audio system displays Unplayable File, then
skips to the next file.
Text data appears on the display under the following
circumstances:
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•
•
When you select a new folder, file, or track.
When you change the audio mode to CD.
When you insert a CD.
Folder Selection
2. Select a folder.
If you eject the CD but do not remove it from the slot,
the system reloads the CD automatically after several
seconds.
Track Selection
3. Select a track.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a CD
1How to Select a Play Mode
How to Select a Play Mode
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Play Mode Menu Items
Scan
You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a track or file.
1. Press the button.
Scan Folders (MP3/WMA/AAC): Provides 10-second
sampling of the first file in each of the main folders.
Scan Tracks: Provides 10-second sampling of all
tracks on the CD (all files in the current folder in MP3,
WMA, or AAC).
2. Select Scan or Random/Repeat.
3. Select a mode.
Random/Repeat
Repeat Folder (MP3/WMA/AAC): Repeats all files in
the current folder.
Random/Repeat is selected.
Repeat Track: Repeats the current track/file.
Random in Folder (MP3/WMA/AAC): Plays all files
in the current folder in random order.
Random All Tracks: Plays all tracks/files in random
order.
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To turn off a play mode
1. Press the
button.
2. Select the mode you want to turn off.
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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 Ports* P. 242
USB Indicator
Appears when an iPod is connected.
i-Multi-Information Display
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system
on and off.
USB Indicator
Appears when an iPod is connected.
VOL (Volume) Buttons
Audio/Information Screen
Press to adjust the volume.
(Menu) Button
Press to display the menu items.
Open/Close Icon*1
Displays/hides the detailed
information.
(Back) Button
Press to go back to the previous
display.
Song Icons
Select
songs.
Select and hold to move rapidly
within a song.
or
to change
Cover Art
*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod
1Playing an iPod
How to Select a Song from the Music Search List
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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 the
Search.
button and select Music
If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the audio/information screen.
2 Audio Error Messages P. 315
USB device change
If you operate the 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 USB device change in the Audio menu
screen to switch to another USB device.
Item Selection
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod
1How to Select a Play Mode
How to Select a Play Mode
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Play Mode Menu Items
You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a file.
1. Press the button.
Shuffle Albums: Plays all available albums in a
selected list (playlists, artists, albums, songs,
podcasts, genres, composers, or audiobooks) in
random order.
Shuffle All Songs: Plays all available files in a
selected list (playlists, artists, albums, songs,
podcasts, genres, composers, or audiobooks) in
random order.
2. Select Shuffle/Repeat.
3. Select a mode.
Repeat Song: Repeats the current track.
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To turn off a play mode
1. Press the button.
2. Select the mode you want to turn off.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive
Playing a USB Flash Drive
Your audio system reads and plays sound and video files on a USB flash drive in
either MP3, WMA, AAC*1, or WAV format.
Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then select the USB mode.
2 USB Ports* P. 242
USB Indicator
Appears when a USB flash drive
is connected.
i-Multi-Information Display
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system
on and off.
USB Indicator
Appears when a USB flash drive is
connected.
VOL (Volume) Buttons
Press to adjust the volume.
Audio/Information Screen
(Menu) Button
Press to display the menu items.
Open/Close Icon*2
Displays/hides the detailed
information.
(Back) Button
Press to go back to the previous
display.
Track Icons
Select
Select and hold to move rapidly
within a track.
or
to change files.
Folder Icons
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.
* Not available on all models
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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
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Use the recommended USB flash drives.
2 General Information on the Audio System
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1. Press the
button and select Music
Search.
2. Select Music or Movie.
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.
2 Audio Error Messages P. 315
Folder Selection
3. Select a folder.
Select USB device change in the Audio menu
screen to switch to another USB device.
Track Selection
4. 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
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Play Mode Menu Items
Scan
Scan Folder: Provides 10-second sampling of the
first file in each of the main folders.
Scan Track (Scan Movies*1): Provides 10-second
sampling of all files in the current folder.
You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a file.
1. Press the button.
2. Select Scan or Random/Repeat.
3. Select a mode.
Random/Repeat
Repeat Folder: Repeats all files in the current folder.
Repeat Track (Repeat Movies*1): Repeats the
current file.
Random in Folder: Plays all files in the current
folder in random order.
Random All Tracks (Random All Movies*1): Plays
all files in random order.
Random/Repeat is selected.
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To turn off a play mode
1. Press the
button.
2. Select the mode you want to turn off.
When playing a video file:
Play/Pause: Select to resume or play a file.
Stop: Select to stop a file.
*1: When playing a video file
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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.
To check if your phone is compatible, ask a dealer.
This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s
Hands-Free Telephone (HFT) System.
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It may be illegal to perform some data device
functions while driving.
Bluetooth Indicator
i-Multi-Information
Display
Appears when your
phone is connected
to HFT.
Only one phone can be used with HFT at a time.
When there are more than two paired phones in the
vehicle, the first paired phone the system finds is
automatically connected.
(Power) Button
Press to turn the
audio system on
and off.
Audio/Information
Screen
If more than one phone is paired to the HFT system,
there may be a delay before the system begins to
play.
Bluetooth Indicator
VOL (Volume)
Buttons
Press to adjust
the volume.
Appears when your
phone is connected
to HFT.
In some cases, the name of the artist, album, or track
may not appear correctly.
Open/Close Icon*1
Displays/hides the
detailed
Some functions may not be available on some
devices.
(Menu) Button
Press to display the
menu items.
information.
(Back) Button
Track Icons
Select
to change tracks.
Press to go back to
the previous
display.
or
Group Icons
Play Icon
Select
or
to
Pause Icon
change group.
*1:Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, some or all of the lists may not
be displayed.
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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.
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Switching to another mode pauses the music playing
from your phone.
2. Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.
If the phone is not recognised, another HFT-
compatible phone, which is not compatible
for Bluetooth® Audio, may already be
connected.
■
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. Press the
2. Select Music Search.
button.
3. Select a search category (e.g., Albums).
4. Select an item.
u The selection begins playing.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a Video Using HDMITM
Playing a Video Using HDMITM
Your audio system allows you to play videos from an HDMI-compatible device.
Connect the device, using an HDMTM cable, then select the HDMITM mode.
2 HDMITM Port* P. 243
i-Multi-Information Display
(Power) Button
Press to turn the audio system
on and off.
VOL (Volume) Buttons
Press to adjust the volume.
Audio/Information Screen
(Menu) Button
Press to display the menu items.
(Back) Button
Press to go back to the previous
display.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a Video Using HDMITM
1Playing a Video Using HDMITM
Changing the Screen Aspect
■
This feature is limited while driving. To play videos,
stop your vehicle and apply the parking brake.
1. Press the
2. Select Settings.
button.
3. Select Audio.
4. Select Aspect Adjustment.
5. Select the setting you want.
6. Select OK.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuOn Board Apps
On Board Apps
Honda Connect has the capability of On Board Apps which may be created by
Honda or by 3rd parties. Apps may be already installed or can be downloaded
through Honda App Center. Some apps require internet access which can be
established by Wi-Fi connection.
1On Board Apps
Make sure the GPS setting is turned on before using
Honda App Center.
2 Customized Features* P. 323
2 Wi-Fi Connection P. 312
Even if you change Background Colour on the
System settings screen, it will not be reflected on
the Honda App Center screen.
Please visit the below web address for further information:
Honda App Center icon
Honda App Center provides access to a
variety of app related services
• Using the Display Audio system while driving can take your attention away from the road, causing a crash in which you could be
seriously injured or killed. Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you to safely do so. Please always adhere to the
laws of the territory when operating this device.
• Applications on the head unit are subject to change at anytime. This may mean that they are not available or operate differently.
Honda shall not be liable to you in such instances.
• Applications available on the device may be provided by parties other than Honda to which 3rd party software licences and charges
may apply.
• Data usage and roaming charges may result in using applications on the device in conjunction with your mobile phone and Honda is
not liable for any costs you might incur from such use. Honda recommends you consult your mobile phone network provider in
advance.
• Downloading applications from the Honda App Center will be subject to Terms and Conditions which can be found at:
https://ivhs.os.ixonos.com/honda/help, and may also incur charges.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSmartphone Connection
Smartphone Connection
Some of your smartphone apps can be displayed and operated on the audio/
information screen when the phone is connected to the audio system. You can
connect your phone using a cable, or wirelessly.
1Smartphone Connection
Park in a safe place before connecting your phone
and while operating the displayed apps.
2 Connecting Your iPhone P. 311
2 Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time) P. 312
Not all phones are compatible with the system. The
system does not display all the available apps on your
smartphone, and some apps need to be preinstalled.
Ask a dealer for details.
To use smartphone connection, you need to first pair your smartphone to the audio
system via Bluetooth®.
2 Phone Setup P. 370
You need to switch the Bluetooth® connection to
your smartphone if another electronic device is
connected.
2 To change the currently paired phone
P. 371
i-Multi-Information
Display
(Home) Button
Select to go back to
home screen or to
a previous display.
The following may vary by phone type:
•
•
•
How to connect a smartphone to the system.
Apps that can be operated on the screen.
Display response time/update time
Microphones
Audio/Information
Screen
We do not support every app operation on the audio
system.
Arrow
Ask the app provider for any queries on the app’s
features.
Appears when the
phone is connected
to the system.
Select to display
available apps.
Do not get drawn into the display while operating a
vehicle.
(Back) Button
Select to go back to the previous display. (Not available on all phones.)
(Menu) Button
Select to display the menu on the app you selected. (Not available on all apps.)
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSmartphone Connection
1Connecting Your iPhone
Connecting Your iPhone
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Make sure to plug in the digital AV adapter to the
HDMITM port first. If not, smartphone connection may
not work properly.
1. Connect your phone to the audio system
via Bluetooth®.
2 Phone Setup P. 370
To recharge your phone, connect it to the USB port,
too.
2. Plug in the digital AV adapter to the
HDMITM port.
3. Connect the digital AV adapter to your
iPhone.
u Wait until an arrow appears on the home
screen.
Contact a dealer for the digital AV adapter or HDMITM
cable purchasing information.
4. Select the arrow to display the available
smartphone apps on the audio/information
screen.
u You may need to operate from the
phone.
USB Cable
5. Select an app you want to operate from the
audio/information screen.
HDMI Cable
u To go back to the previous screen, press
Digital AV Adapter
the
button.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuWi-Fi Connection
Wi-Fi Connection
You can connect the display audio system to the Internet using Wi-Fi and browse
websites or use online services on the audio/information screen. If your phone has
mobile hotspot capabilities, the system can be tethered to the phone. Go through
the following steps for a 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. Press the
2. Select Settings.
button.
3. Select Bluetooth / Wi-Fi.
4. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
5. Select Wi-Fi On/Off Status, then On.
6. 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.
Some telecom carriers charge for tethering. Check
your phone’s subscribed package.
Check your phone manual to find out if the phone
has Wi-Fi connectivity.
You can confirm whether Wi-Fi connection is on or
off with the
icon on Wi-Fi Device list.
Transmission speed and others will not be displayed
on this screen.
u If you do not find the phone you want to
connect in the list, select Scan.
7. Select Connect.
u Enter a password for your phone, and
select OK.
If you cannot enter the password on the displayed
keyboard, change the keyboard to the one in which
you can enter from the following order:
Settings Android Language & input
u When the connection is successful, the
icon is displayed on the list.
select
next to Android keyboard Input
language uncheck the box next to Use system
language select the keyboard languages that you
can enter.
8. Press the
button 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.
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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 Hands-Free Telephone (HFT) System.
2 Phone Setup P. 370
Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Check Apple Inc. website for features available for
Siri.
Using Siri Eyes Free
■
We recommend against using Siri other than in Siri
Eyes Free while operating a vehicle.
Appears
when Siri is
activated in
Siri Eyes
Free
1Using Siri Eyes Free
Some commands work only on specific phone
features or apps.
While in Siri Eyes Free:
The display remains the
same.
No feedback or commands
appears.
(Hang-up/back) Button
Press to deactivate Siri.
(Talk) Button
Press and hold until the display
changes as shown.
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