2021 Honda Accord Owners Manual - Audio System Basic Operation

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Audio System Basic Operation

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

(Home) Button: Press to go to the home screen.

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(Back) Button: Press to go back to the previous display when it is displayed. / (Seek/Skip) Buttons: Press to change songs.

(Clock) Button*: Press to display the clock screen.

(Map) Button*: Press to display the map screen.

(Phone) Button: Press to display the phone screen.

(Audio) Button: Press to display the current audio information.

SOURCE Button: Press to display the source select screen.

Selector Knob: Rotate left or right to scroll through the available choices.

Press to set your selection.

(Day/Night) Button: Press to change the audio/information screen brightness.

Press once and select or to make an adjustment.

u Each time you press , 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

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

Switching the Display

Using the audio/information screen

Press the button to go to the home screen.

Select the following icons on the home screen or after selecting All Apps.

Phone

Displays the HFL information.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

Trip Computer

Displays the trip computer information.

Current Drive tab: Displays the current trip information.

Trip A/Trip B tab: Displays information for the current and three previous drives. The information is stored every time you reset Trip A/B.

To reset the Trip A/B, select Settings, then select Delete Trip History.

To change the setting of how to reset Trip A/B, select Settings, then select “Trip A” Reset Timing or “Trip B” Reset Timing.

Clock

Displays the clock.

System Updates*

Updates the software version of the audio system.

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FM/AM/SiriusXM*/USB1 (USB)/USB2*/Bluetooth Audio/Smartphone Connection

Displays information for each audio format.

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

HondaLink

Displays the HondaLink screen.

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Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto screen.

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Messages

Displays the text message screen.

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AT&T Hotspot*

Displays the AT&T Hotspot screen.

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Compass*

Displays the compass screen.

Not available on all models

uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

Wallpaper Setup

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

Import wallpaper

Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port in the center pocket.

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Select Clock.

Select Settings.

Select Clock Faces.

Select Add New Wallpaper.

u The Searching... screen is displayed.

Import a desired picture.

u Multiple pictures can be imported at the same time.

Select Start Import.

u The display will return to the Clock Faces

screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

Select Clock.

Select Settings.

Select Clock Faces.

Select a desired wallpaper.

Select Set.

u The display will return to the Clock Faces screen.

Press the button.

Select Clock.

Select Clock.

Select Settings.

Select Clock Faces.

Select a desired wallpaper.

Select Delete.

Select Yes.

u The display will return to the Clock Faces screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

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

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

App icons can be added on the home screen.

Press the button.

Select and hold the home screen.

Select Add.

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

Select Done.

u The screen will return to the home screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

You can change location on the home screen.

Select and hold an icon.

u The screen switches to the customization screen.

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

Select Done.

u The screen will return to the home screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

You can delete the icons on the home screen.

Select and hold an icon.

u The screen switches to the customization screen.

Drag and drop the icon you want to remove to the Hide icon.

u The icon is removed from the home screen.

Select Done.

u The screen will return to the home screen.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

You can store up to three icons on the upper left of the home screen.

Select and hold an icon.

u The screen switches to the customization screen.

Drag and drop the icon you want to store to the upper left of the home screen.

u The icon is shortcut.

Select Done.

u The screen will return to the home screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

Select the system status icon.

u The status area appears.

Select an item to see the details.

Press the button or select the system status icon to close the area.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen

You can edit, show, or hide the meter contents on the driver information interface.

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select System.

Select Config. of Instrument Panel.

Select the content you wish to show or hide.

u The checked items are displayed on the driver information interface.

Select Done.

You can change the order of the contents on the driver information interface.

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select System.

Select Config. of Instrument Panel.

Select Reorder.

Select and hold the contents you want to move.

Drag and drop the contents to where you want it to be.

Select Done.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSystem Updates*

The audio system’s firmware can be updated with a Wi-Fi connection, or with a USB device.

Press the button.

Select System Updates.

Select Settings.

Select Connection Setup.

Select Wi-Fi.

Select Change Mode.

Select Network, then Confirm.

u The display returns to the network list.

Select an access point from the network list, then Save.

u If the audio system requires a password, enter a password.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSystem Updates*

How to update

When the audio system update is available, the notification is shown on the audio/ information screen. Use the following procedure to update the system.

Press the button.

Select System Updates.

Select via Wireless.

u If a notification is displayed on the screen, the screen of step 5 will be displayed.

Select Download Now.

u A notification appears on the screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSystem Updates*

Select Install Now or Install while Vehicle OFF.

u A notification appears on the screen if the update is successful.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuSystem Updates*

Use the following procedure to change to the automatic download setting.

Press the button.

Select System Updates.

Select Settings.

Select Auto Download.

Select the access point, then Yes.

Use the following procedure to confirm the version and update status.

Press the button.

Select System Updates.

Select Settings.

Select Version Status.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSystem Updates*

How to Update with a USB Device

Download the update files from the server

Press the button.

Select System Updates.

Select via USB.

u A notification appears on the screen.

Connect a USB device into the USB port in the center pocket.

u The inventory data is copied into the USB device.

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Remove the USB device from the USB port.

Connect the USB device into your computer, and then download the update files.

u Follow the link to download the required software update files. Refer to https://usb.honda.com for instructions.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSystem Updates*

Update the audio system

Press the button.

Select System Updates.

Select via USB.

u A notification appears on the screen.

Connect the USB device with the update files into the USB port.

u A notification appears on the screen.

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Select Install Now.

u A notification appears on the screen if the update is successful.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuAdjusting the Sound

Press the button.

Select an audio source icon.

Select Sound.

Select the setting you want.

Select Save.

Select an item from the following choices:

Bass / Treble: Treble, Midrange, Bass, Subwoofer*

Balance / Fader: Balance, Fader

DTS Neural Surround*: DTS Neural SurroundTM

Speed Volume Compensation: Speed Volume Compensation (SVC)

* Not available on all models

uuAudio System Basic OperationuDisplay Setup

You can change the brightness of the audio/information screen.

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select Display.

Select Day Mode or Night Mode.

Select the setting you want.

Select Save.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuDisplay Setup

Selecting an Audio Source

Select the current source icon or press the SOURCE button, then select an icon on the source list to switch the audio source.

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.

Not available on all models

uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation

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

The voice control system uses the (talk) and (back) buttons on the steering wheel and a microphone near the map lights on the ceiling.

Voice Recognition

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 clear, 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.

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation

Voice Portal Screen

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.

The system only recognizes the commands on the following pages, at certain screens. Free form voice commands are not recognized.

Phone Commands This can be only used when the phone is connected. When the system recognizes the

Phone command, the screen will change

the dedicated screen for the voice recognition of the phone.

Phone Commands

Phone

Call

Call

The system recognize an only contact name in the stored phonebook of your phone. If full name is registered in first name field, the system will recognize the first name and last name as one contact name.

Phone commands are not available if using Apple CarPlay.

Audio Commands When the system recognizes the Audio command, the screen will change the

dedicated screen for the voice recognition of the audio.

FM Commands

FM

Tune to <87.7-107.9> FM

AM Commands

AM

Tune to <530-1710> AM

Sirius XM Commands*

Sirius XM

Channel <1-999>

Channel

USB Commands

USB

Play genre

Play Artist

Play Album

Play Playlist

Play Song

Play Music

List Genre

List Artist

List Album

List Playlist

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation

The system accepts navigation command on the dedicated screen for the voice recognition of the navigation.

2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual

Standard Commands

Voice Help

Cancel

Back

Voice Help are readout voice guidance for Help on current screen.

*1: Models with navigation system

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

Audio/Information Screen

Settings Icon

Select whether to tune to HD RadioTM * automatically.

(Back) Button

Press to go back to the previous display.

Seek Buttons

Press or to search up and down the selected band for a station with a strong signal.

Preset Icons

Tune the radio frequency for preset memory.

Select and hold the preset icon to store that station. Select > to display beyond preset 5.

VOL/ AUDIO (Volume/Power) Knob Push to turn the audio system on and off. Turn to adjust the volume.

Scan Icon

Selector knob

Turn to tune the radio frequency.

Press, and then turn to select an item. After that, press again to make your selection.

Select to scan each station with a strong signal.

Tune Icon

Select to use the on-screen keyboard for entering the radio frequency directly.

* Not available on all models

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

  Preset Memory

To store a station:

Tune to the selected station.

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

Lists the strongest stations on the selected band.

Select Station List to display a list.

Select the station.

Updates your available station list at any time.

Select Station List to display a list.

Select Refresh.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

  Scan Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds. To turn off scan, select Stop or .

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

Select Station List to display a list while listening to an FM station.

Select the station.

Updates your available station list at any time.

Select Station List to display a list while listening to an FM station.

Select Refresh.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio

HD Subchannel Displays the subchannel list when an HD RadioTM station is selected while listening to an FM station.

Select HD Radio Channels.

Select the channel number.

AM/FM Settings

Change the AM/FM settings.

Select Settings.

Select an option.

HD Radio: Automatically choose a digital or an analog channel, or listen to analog only.

Artwork: Turns the artwork display on and off.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Audio/Information Screen

Album Art

Settings Icon

Select settings to display and customize siriusXM® settings.

(Back) Button

Press to go back to the previous display.

Seek Buttons

Press or to search up and down the selected band for a station with a strong signal.

VOL/ AUDIO (Volume/Power) Knob Push to turn the audio system on and off.

Category Icons

Preset Icons

Tune the radio frequency for preset memory. Select and hold the preset icon to store that station. Select > to display beyond preset 5.

Selector knob

Turn to change the channel. Press, and then turn to select an item. After that, press again to make your selection.

Turn to adjust the volume.

Select or to display and select a SiriusXM® Radio category.

Channel Icons

Select or to the previous or next channel. Select and hold to rapidly skip 10 channels at a time.

Not available on all models

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

To Change the Tune Mode

Select Settings.

Select Tune Mode.

Select Channel or Category.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Preset Memory

To store a channel:

Tune to the selected channel.

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

Multi-channel preset (for music channels only)

You can store up to 10 of your preferred music channels per preset.

Tune a station.

Select and hold the preset number you want to add a music channel.

Select Add to TuneMix or Create TuneMix.

u A message appears if there are no available presets.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Listening to Featured Channels

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

Select Category List.

Select Featured Favorite.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Replay Function The system can record up to the last 60 minutes broadcast of your currently tuned channel as well as the last 30 minutes broadcast of preset channels, starting from

the moment you turn the vehicle on. If you tuned to 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.

Move the position you want to replay by selecting or . To play or pause on playback mode, select the play/pause icon.

Returning to real-time broadcast

Select and hold .

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Live Sports Alert While listening to other channel, you can receive sports alerts such as scores from your favorite teams.

To set up a favorite team

Select Settings.

Select Sports Notifications Setup.

Select Favorite Teams.

Select + Add Favorite Team.

Select a team.

To set up an alert message

Select Settings.

Select Sports Notifications Setup.

Select Notifications.

Select Game Notifications or SportsFlash Game Play Notifications.

Select Notifications.

Select ON.

Select a favorite team.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Traffic and Weather Information

You can receive traffic and weather information.

Select Settings.

Select Traffic & Weather Now Setup.

Select Selected City.

Select the region.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Channel Schedule You can view a channel schedule or receive an alert when your favorite program is about to start.

To view a channel schedule

Select More.

Select Channel Schedule.

To set up an alert message

Select More.

Select Channel Schedule.

Select a program.

Select Set Program Alert.

Select Just Once or Every Time.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Manage Program Alert

You can change settings for the alert function.

To enable the alert function

Select Settings.

Select Manage Program Alerts.

Select Notifications.

Select ON or OFF.

To remove an alert

Select Settings.

Select Manage Program Alerts.

Select Alerts Set.

Select on the alert you want to delete.

u A confirmation message appears on the screen. Select Yes.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

Scan

Sample each channel on the selected mode for 10 seconds.

Select More.

Select Scan.

You can change a scan mode by the following procedure.

Select Settings.

Select Scan Mode.

Select Channel or Preset.

To turn off scan, select Stop.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying SiriusXM® Radio*

SiriusXM® Settings

Change the SiriusXM® settings.

Select Settings.

Select an option.

TuneMix: Turns multiple channel mix preset on and off.

Tune Mode: Choose whether to group by category or channel number when changing channels.

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Scan Mode: Select the scan mode from all channels or presets.

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Tune Start: Start the currently playing song at the beginning when you switch to a music channel preset.

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Sports Notifications Setup: Set to receive sports alerts such as scores from your favorite teams.

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Traffic & Weather Now Setup: Set to receive traffic and weather information.

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Manage Program Alerts: Change settings for the alert function.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

Using your USB connector, connect the iPod to the USB port(s), then select the USB mode.

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Audio/Information Screen

(Back) Button

Press to go back to the previous display.

Track Buttons

Press or to change songs. Select and hold to move rapidly within a song.

VOL/ AUDIO (Volume/Power) Knob

Push to turn the audio system on and off.

Repeat Icon

Sound Icon

Select to display the sound settings.

Shuffle Icon

Select to play all files in the current category in random order.

Selector knob

Turn to change songs.

Press, and then turn to select an item. After that, press again to make your selection.

Turn to adjust the volume.

Browse Icon

Select to display the menu items.

Track Icons

Select or

Play/Pause Icon

to change songs.

Select to repeat the current file.

Select and hold to move rapidly within a song.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

  How to Select a Song from the Music Search List

Select Browse.

Select a search category (e.g., Artists, Albums, etc.).

Continue making selections until you find the song of your choice.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod

How to Select a Play Mode

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

Shuffle/Repeat

Select shuffle or repeat icon repeatedly until a desired mode.

To turn off a play mode

Select the mode you want to turn off.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive

Your audio system reads and plays audio files on a USB flash drive in either MP3, WMA, AAC*1, FLAC, or WAV format.

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

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Audio/Information Screen

(Back) Button

Press to go back to the previous display.

Seek Buttons

Press or to change files. Select and hold to move rapidly within a track.

VOL/ AUDIO (Volume/Power) Knob

Repeat Icon

Sound Icon

Select to display the sound settings.

Random Icon

Select to play all files in the current category in random order.

Selector knob

Turn to change files.

Press and turn to select an item, then press to set your selection.

Push to turn the audio system on and off. Turn to adjust the volume.

Browse Icon

Select to display the menu items.

Track Icons

Select or

Select to repeat the current file.

Play/Pause Icon

to change files.

Select and hold to move rapidly within a track.

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

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive

How to Select a File from the Music Search List

Select Browse.

Select a search category (e.g., Artists, Albums, etc.).

Continue making selections until you find the song of your choice.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive

How to Select a Play Mode

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

Random/Repeat

Select random or repeat icon repeatedly until a desired mode.

To turn off a play mode

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 phone.

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

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth® Audio

To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

Make sure that your phone is paired and connected to the system.

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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.

To pause or resume a file

Select the play/pause icon.

Searching for Music

Select Browse.

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

Select an item.

u The selection begins playing.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

HondaLink® connects you to the latest information from Honda. You can connect your phone wirelessly through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth®.

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Use the following procedure to connect to HondaLink®.

You must consent to location sharing to enable the HondaLink®.

Disable: Does not allow this consent. Enable Once: Allows only one time. (Shows again next time.)

Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Never show again.)

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

You may see the connection guide screen after launching HondaLink® when there is no connection available.

  Connect

Displays instruction messages when the vehicle needs service.

Displays tips for vehicle usage, and get support via road side or customer service center.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

  Message

Displays helpful and important information from Honda.

You can check the messages that are received quickly in the shortcut operation.

A notification appears and notifies you of a new message on the header area.

A notification is continuously displayed in the header area until the new message is read.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink®

Select the system status icon to see the messages.

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.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink® Service*

Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice communication in case of emergency, online security, and one-on-one operator assistance.

If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that the vehicle is severely impacted, your vehicle automatically will attempt to connect to the HondaLink® operator. If connected, information about your vehicle, its location, and its condition can be sent to the operator*1; you also can speak to the operator when connected.

IMPORTANT: In a crash, HondaLink® will attempt to notify emergency services but NEITHER HONDA NOR ITS SERVICE PROVIDERS GUARANTEE THAT SUCH NOTIFICATION WILL OCCUR.

Honda reserves the right to terminate HondaLink® services at any time or for any reason, and in the future may not be able to provide services due to changes in, or obsolescence of, technology integral to the service or changes in governmental regulation.

*1: Depending on your phone and adequate cellular coverage, your vehicle’s location may not be sent to the operator.

* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink® Service*

If you need to talk to the HondaLink® operator in a situation where no airbag has deployed, you can manually connect to them by pressing the ASSIST button with the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON.

Open the cover attached to the ceiling console.

Press the ASSIST button.

u You are connected to the HondaLink® operator.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink® Service*

  Security Features Your subscribed telematics service provider can track your vehicle’s location, remotely lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.

To use these features, you need your user ID and personal identification number

(PIN).

This feature searches and tracks down your vehicle position even if it is on the move. If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the police as well as the provider.

The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request.

This feature is convenient to use when trying to locate your vehicle in large areas, such as a crowded parking lot. If you cannot locate your vehicle after using the remote transmitter’s answerback function, you can contact the provider which can then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn, and sends vehicle location via web/Smartphone.

If the security system in your vehicle detects an abnormal condition, such as someone tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by email.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink® Service*

  Operator Assistance Connect to the HondaLink® operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside assistance.

Press the LINK button.

u Connection to the operator begins.

Talk to the operator.

u To disconnect, select Hang Up on the audio/information screen or press the button on the steering wheel.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuHondaLink® Service*

Your subscribed telematics service provider can check your vehicle’s condition.

You can remotely check the mileage, fuel range, and oil life in your app.

You can remotely start and stop engine using your app as same as the smart entry key.

You can receive a notification anytime your vehicle enters or leaves a region set by you.

You can receive a notification when your vehicle has exceeded a speed limit set by you.

You can reset your audio and navigation system settings to factory defaults with the app.

Vehicle provides 4G LTE network environment as Wi-Fi router to use tablet or smartphone in your vehicle.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuWi-Fi Connection

You can connect the audio system to the Internet using Wi-Fi 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.

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select Connections.

Select Wi-Fi.

Select Change Mode.

Select Network or Hotspot, then

u To change the Wi-Fi settings, select

Options or Setup.

u Select the access point you want to connect to the system.

Select Connect.

u Enter a password for the access point, and select Done.

u When the connection is successful, the icon is displayed on the list.

Press the button to go back to the home screen.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuWi-Fi Connection

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

uuAudio System Basic OperationuAT&T Hotspot*

If you have subscribed to AT&T hotspot services, your vehicle will provide data to connect your mobile devices to the Internet. You can use the AT&T Hotspot app to turn on/off vehicle data and monitor data usage left on your subscription.

AT&T Hotspot Menu

Turn on/off AT&T Hotspot.

Check the current status of your data plan. This Usage Bar will show your current plan and how much data remains on your plan. Subscription plans for AT&T Hotspot can be added/modified at www.att.com/honda.

Shows your current AT&T subscription plan for the vehicle.

Shows the current username and password for vehicle Hotspot. Settings can be changed while the vehicle is not in motion.

e Help

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSiri Eyes Free*

You can talk to Siri using to press and hold 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

* Not available on all models

uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay

If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the USB port in the center pocket or wirelessly*, 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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Apple CarPlay Menu

Home screen

Apple CarPlay icon

Apple CarPlay menu screen

Select the Honda icon to go back to the home screen

: Go back to the Apple CarPlay Dashboard screen

: Go back to the Apple CarPlay menu screen

Phone

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

Messages

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

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay

  Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

  Maps

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) 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.

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  Setting Up Apple CarPlay After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the front USB port or wirelessly*, 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 audio/ information screen.

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Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.

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u The confirmation screen will be displayed.

Select Yes.

u If you do not allow this consent, select No.

You may change the consent settings under the Connections*1/Smartphone Connection*2 settings menu.

Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly on the home screen

Press the button.

Select Smartphone Connection.

Select + Connect New Device.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Select Yes.

u If your iPhone asks to accept for connecting Apple CarPlay, accept for connection.

*1 : Models without wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto

*2 : Models with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto

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Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly on the Apple CarPlay device list

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select Smartphone Connection.

Select Apple CarPlay.

Select + Connect New Device.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Select Yes.

u If your iPhone asks to accept for connecting Apple CarPlay, accept for connection.

Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly on the Bluetooth® device list

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select Connections.

Select Bluetooth.

Select + Connect New Device.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Check the box on Apple CarPlay.

u If you select Apple CarPlay, you cannot select Audio and Phone.

Select Connect.

Select Yes.

u If your iPhone asks to accept for connecting Apple CarPlay, accept for connection.

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Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly with the steering wheel

Press and hold the (talk) button on the steering wheel.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Check the box on Apple CarPlay.

u If you select Apple CarPlay, you cannot select Audio and Phone.

Select Connect.

Select Yes.

u If your iPhone asks to accept for connecting Apple CarPlay, accept for connection.

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

Press and hold the talk button to activate Siri.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto

When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the front USB port or wirelessly*, 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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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) 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.

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

Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that appear just when they’re needed.

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Play Google Play Music and music apps that are compatible with Android Auto. To switch between music apps, press this icon.

f Voice

Operate Android Auto with your voice.

  Auto Pairing Connection When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the front USB port or wirelessly*, Android Auto is automatically initiated.

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Connecting Android Auto Using the USB Cable to the USB Port

Connect the Android phone to the USB port using the USB cable.

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u The confirmation screen will be displayed.

Select Yes.

u If you do not allow this consent, select No.

You may change the consent settings under the Connections*1/Smartphone Connection*2 settings menu.

*1 : Models without wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto

*2 : Models with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto

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Connect Android Auto wirelessly on the home screen

Press the button.

Select Smartphone Connection.

Select + Connect New Device.

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Select Yes.

u If your Android phone asks to accept for connecting Android Auto, accept for connection.

Connect Android Auto wirelessly on the Android Auto device list

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select Smartphone Connection.

Select Android Auto.

Select + Connect New Device.

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Select Yes.

u If your Android phone asks to accept for connecting Android Auto, accept for connection.

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Connect Android Auto wirelessly on the Bluetooth® device list

Press the button.

Select Settings.

Select Connections.

Select Bluetooth.

Select + Connect New Device.

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Check the box on Android Auto.

u If you select Android Auto, you cannot select Audio and Phone.

Select Connect.

Select Yes.

u If your Android phone asks to accept for connecting Android Auto, accept for connection.

Connect Android Auto wirelessly with the steering wheel

Press and hold the (talk) button on the steering wheel.

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Check the box on Android Auto.

u If you select Android Auto, you cannot select Audio and Phone.

Select Connect.

Select Yes.

u If your Android phone asks to accept for connecting Android Auto, accept for connection.

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Press and hold the talk button to operate Android Auto with your voice.

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