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Audio System Basic Operation

Siri® Eyes Free

Features

Siri® Eyes Free

You can talk to Siri using the

(Talk) button on the steering wheel when your

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

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Using Siri® Eyes Free

Siri® Eyes Free

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.

Using Siri® Eyes Free

Some commands work only on specific phone
features or apps.

(Talk) Button

Press and hold until the display
changes as shown.

(Hang-up/back) Button

Press to deactivate Siri® Eyes Free.

While in Siri® Eyes Free:
The display remains the same.
No feedback or commands
appear.

Appears
when Siri is
activated in
Siri® Eyes
Free

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Audio System Basic Operation

Apple CarPlay

Features

Apple CarPlay

If you connect an Apple CarPlay

-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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Phone

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

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Messages

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

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Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

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Apple CarPlay

Menu

Apple CarPlay

Only iPhone 5 or newer versions with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlay

Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay

and when launching any compatible

apps.

To use Apple CarPlay

, connect the USB cable to the

1.5A USB port. The USB port located on the back of
the center console compartment will not enable
Apple CarPlay

operation.

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To directly access the Apple CarPlay

phone

function, select Phone on the home screen. While
connected to Apple CarPlay

, calls are only made

through Apple CarPlay

. If you want to make a call

with Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, turn Apple
CarPlay

OFF or detach the USB cable from your

iPhone.

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P. 323

When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay

, 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

is connected.

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For details on countries and regions where Apple
CarPlay

is available, as well as information

pertaining to function, refer to the Apple homepage.

: Go back to the
home screen

Home screen

Apple CarPlay

icon

Apple CarPlay

menu screen

Go back to the Apple
CarPlay

menu screen

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Audio System Basic Operation

Apple CarPlay

Features

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Maps

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

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay

) can give

After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the 1.5A USB port, use the
following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay

. Use of Apple CarPlay

will 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

experience. You

will need to consent to the sharing of this information on the Display Audio Screen.

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Enabling Apple CarPlay

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 may change the consent settings under
the Smartphone settings menu.

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay

Operating Requirements &

Limitations
Apple CarPlay

requires a compatible iPhone with an

active cellular connection and data plan. Your
carrier’s rate plans will apply.

Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,
and other technology integral to providing Apple
CarPlay

functionality, as well as new or revised

governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or
cessation of Apple CarPlay

functionality and

services. Honda cannot and does not provide any
warranty or guarantee of future Apple CarPlay

performance or functionality.

It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are
compatible with Apple CarPlay

. Refer to the Apple

homepage for information on compatible apps.

Models with navigation system

Setting Up Apple CarPlay

You can also use the method below to set up Apple
CarPlay

Select HOME

Settings

Smartphone

Apple CarPlay

Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your iPhone by Apple CarPlay

is governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions
and Apple’s Privacy Policy.

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Features

Press and hold the

(Talk) button to activate Siri®.

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Operating Apple CarPlay

with Siri®

Operating Apple CarPlay

with Siri®

Below are examples of questions and commands for
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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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

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Features

Android Auto

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

is automatically initiated. When connected via Android

Auto

, 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

, a tutorial will appear on the screen.

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

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Android Auto

To use Android Auto

, you need to download the

Android Auto

app from Google Play to your

smartphone.

Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are
compatible with Android Auto

Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used with Android Auto

phone.

Park in a safe place before connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto

and when launching any

compatible apps.

To use Android Auto

, connect the USB cable to the

1.5A USB port. The USB port on the back of the
center console compartment will not enable Android
Auto

operation.

2 USB Port(s) P. 233

When your Android phone is connected to Android
Auto

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

However, other previously paired phones can stream
audio via Bluetooth® while Android Auto

connected.

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

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Features

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.

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Android Auto

) 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.

Phone (Communication)

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

Google Now (Home screen)

Display useful information organized by Android Auto

into simple cards that

appear just when they’re needed.

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Android Auto

Menu

Android Auto

For details on countries and regions where Android
Auto

is available, as well as information pertaining

to function, refer to the Android Auto

homepage.

Android Auto

Operating Requirements &

Limitations
Android Auto

requires a compatible Android phone

with an active cellular connection and data plan.
Your carrier’s rate plans will apply.

Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,
and other technology integral to providing Android
Auto

functionality, as well as new or revised

governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or
cessation of Android Auto

functionality and

services. Honda cannot and does not provide any
warranty or guarantee of future Android Auto

performance or functionality.

It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are
compatible with Android Auto

. Refer to the

Android Auto

homepage for information on

compatible apps.

: Go back to

the home screen

Android Auto

icon

Models with navigation system

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Features

Music and audio

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

To switch between music apps, press this icon.

Go back to the Home Screen.

Voice

Operate Android Auto

with your voice.

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

is automatically initiated.

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Enabling Android Auto

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 may change the consent settings under
the Smartphone settings menu.

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Auto Pairing Connection

Enabling Android Auto

Only initialize Android Auto

when you safely

parked. When Android Auto

first 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.

You can use the method below to change Android
Auto

settings after you have completed the initial

setup:
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

governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.

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Features

Press and hold the

(Talk) button to operate Android Auto

with your voice.

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Operating Android Auto

with Voice Recognition

Operating Android Auto

with Voice Recognition

Below are examples of commands you can give with
voice recognition:

•

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

homepage.

You can also activate the voice recognition function
by pressing the

icon in the upper-right corner of

the screen.

(Talk) button:

Press and hold to operate Android Auto

with your voice.

Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.

(Hang-up/back) button:

Press to deactivate voice recognition.

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Features

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.

*1:Models with color audio system
*2:Models with Display Audio

Error Message

Solution

USB Error

*1, *2

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

The connected USB device has a problem.
See Owner’s Manual

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

Unsupported Version

Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. If it appears when a supported iPod
is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version.

Connect Retry

*1, *2

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

Unplayable File

*1, *2

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.

No Song

No Data

Appears when the iPod is empty.

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

files in the USB flash drive.

Check that compatible files are stored on the device.

Unsupported

*1, *2

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

iPod

USB flash drive

iPod and USB flash drive

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Audio Error Messages

Pandora®

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Features

Pandora®

If an error occurs while playing Pandora®, you may see the following error messages.
If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

Error Message

Solution

No Device Connected

Appears when no device is connected.
Check the Bluetooth® and USB connection.

No Data

Appears when no data is available with Pandora® activated.Reboot
the app and reconnect the device.

To begin listening, select a station from the stations list.

Appears when any station is not selected. Select a station from the
station list on the device.

PANDORA App version is not supported.

Appears when Pandora® version is not supported. Update Pandora®
to the latest version.

No stations found. Please create a station.

Appears when there is no station list on the device. Use the device to
create a station.

PANDORA system maintenance.

Appears when the Pandora® server is in maintenance. Try again later.

Unable to play PANDORA. When stopped, log-in to
PANDORA.

Appears you do not log in to Pandora®. Log in to Pandora®.

There is no internet connectivity on the phone.

Appears when the network is deteriorated. Move the vehicle and
check the reception of the signal.

Unable to play PANDORA. Please try again later.

Appears when the sending the data is failed for ten times and the
device may have a malfunction. Try again later. Move the vehicle and
check the reception of the signal.

Models with color audio system

* Not available on all models

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Audio Error Messages

Pandora®

Features

Error Message

Solution

PANDORA is unable to play music in this country.

Appears when the vehicle is in the restricted area to listen the music.
Move the vehicle and check the reception of the signal.

USB Error. Please check owners manual.

Appears when an incompatible device is connected. If there is any
problem with the connected device itself, the audio system may not
be able to detect it. Contact a dealer.

Error Message

Solution

To begin listening, select a station from the Stations list.

Appears when there is no station list on the device. Use the device
to create a station.

Unable to rate track. Please try again.
Skip limit reached.

Appears when you try to skip a song or select Like/Dislike over the
predetermined number of times in an hour.

Unable to play PANDORA. Please try again later.
Unable to retrieve a track explanation. Please try again later.
Unable to create bookmark. Please try again later.

Appears when the commanded operation fails. Try again later.

No Data

Appears when no data is available with Pandora® activated. Reboot
the app and reconnect the device.

PANDORA App version is not supported.

Appears when Pandora® version is not supported. Update Pandora®
to the latest version.

Unable to complete the operation. Please try again later.

Appears when the Pandora® server is in maintenance. Try again
later.

Models with Display Audio

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Audio Error Messages

Android/Apps

Features

Android/Apps

If an error occurs while using the audio system or apps, you may see the following
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

*1:****part is variable characters, and will change depending upon where an error

occurs.

Error Message

Solution

Unable to connect Pandora. When stopped, check your
mobile phone

Appears when Pandora® is unable to play music. Check your device.

Appears when Pandora® app is not installed on your device. Install
Pandora® app to your device.

Error Message

Solution

Unfortunately, **** has
stopped.

Error has occurred within app, select OK on the screen to close the app.

**** is not responding.
Would you like to close it?

App is not responding.
Select Wait if you can wait for a response from app a little longer. If it does not respond even if you keep
waiting, select OK to close the app and start it up. If the error message continues, perform Factory Data
Reset.

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Features

General Information on the Audio System

SiriusXM® Radio Service

1. You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID on

the screen, select Channel 0.

2. Have your radio ID ready, and either call SiriusXM® or visit the SiriusXM® website

to subscribe.

Switch to the SiriusXM® mode by using the ENTER button on the steering wheel, or
through the audio/information screen, and stay in this mode for about 30 minutes
until the service is activated. Make sure your vehicle is in an open area with good
reception.

Channel Not Subscribed:
You are not subscribed to the channel selected.
Subscription Update:
SiriusXM® radio is receiving information update from the network.
Channel Not Available:
No such channel exists, or the artist or title information is unavailable.
No Signal:
The signal is too weak in the current location.
Antenna Disconnected:
The SiriusXM® antenna is disconnected. Contact a dealer.

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Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio

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Receiving SiriusXM® Radio

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SiriusXM® Radio Display Messages

Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio

Contact Information for SiriusXM® Radio:

•

U.S.: SiriusXM® Radio at
www.siriusxm.com/subscribenow
or 1-866-635-2349

•

Canada: SiriusXM® Canada at
www.siriusxm.ca/subscribe-now
or 1-877-209-0079

Receiving SiriusXM® Radio

The SiriusXM® satellites are in orbit over the equator;
therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause
satellite reception interruptions. Satellite signals are
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you travel from the
equator.

You may experience reception problems under the
following circumstances:

•

In a location with an obstruction to the south of
your vehicle.

•

In tunnels

•

On the lower level of a multi-tiered road

•

Large items carried on the roof rack

* Not available on all models

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General Information on the Audio System

Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

Features

Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

*1:Models with Display Audio

• A USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher is recommended.
• Some digital audio players may not be compatible.
• Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work.
• Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
• Some versions of MP3, WMA, AAC, or WAV

formats may be unsupported.

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iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility

Model

iPod (5th generation)
iPod classic 80GB/160GB (launch in 2007)
iPod classic 120GB (launch in 2008)
iPod classic 160GB (launch in 2009)
iPod nano (1st to 7th generation) released between 2005 and 2012
iPod touch (1st to 5th generation) released between 2007 and 2012
iPhone 3G/iPhone 3GS/iPhone 4/iPhone 4S/iPhone 5/iPhone 5c

/iPhone 5s

iPhone 6

/iPhone 6 Plus

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USB Flash Drives

iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility

This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.

USB Flash Drives

Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored
order. This order may be different from the order
displayed on your PC or device.

* Not available on all models

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