2007 HONDA ELEMENT audio

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XM is loading the
audio or program
inf ormation.
The channel currently selected is
no longer
broadcasting.
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code is being
updated. Wait
until the
encryption code is
f ully updated.
Channels 0 and 1
should still work
normally. The signal is
currently too
weak. Move the
vehicle to an area
away from tall
buildings, and
with an
unobstructed view
of the southern
horizon.
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antenna. Please
consult your
dealer.
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subscription, or this
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time.
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Depending on where you drive, you
may experience reception problems.
Interf erence can be caused by any of
these conditions:Driving on the north side of an
east/west mountain road.
Driving on the north side of a
large commercial truck on an
east/west road.
Driving in tunnels.
Driving on a road beside a vertical
wall, steep clif f , or hill to the south
of you.
Driving on the lower level of a
multi-tiered road.
Driving on a single lane road
alongside dense trees taller than
50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.
Large items carried on a roof rack. If your XM Radio service has expired
or you purchased your vehicle f rom
a previous owner, you can listen to a
sampling of the broadcasts available
on XM Satellite Radio. With the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY
(I) or ON (II) position, push the
PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio
system and press the XM button. A
variety of music types and styles will
play.
If you decide to purchase XM
satellite radio service, contact XM
Radio at , or at
1-800-852-9696. You will need to give
them your radio I.D. number and
your credit card number. To get your
radio I.D. number, turn the TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display.
Your I.D. will appear in the display.
While waiting f or activation, make
sure your vehicle remains in an open
area with good reception. Once your
audio system is activated, you’ll be
able to listen to XM radio broadcasts.
XM Radio will continue to send an
activation signal to your vehicle f or
at least 12 hours from the activation
request. If the service has not been
activated after 36 hours, contact XM
Radio. Af ter you have registered with XM
Radio, keep your audio system in the
satellite radio mode while you wait
f or activation. This should take about
30 minutes.
There may be other geographic
situations that could af f ect satellite
radio reception.As required by the FCC: Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
www.xmradio.com
Receiving Satellite Radio Service
Playing the XMSatellite Radio
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To load or play discs, the ignition
switch must be in the ACCESSORY
(I) or ON (II) position.Video CDs and DVDs will not work
in this unit.
The specif ications of the compatible
MP3 f ile are:
You operate the disc player with the
same controls used f or the radio. To
select the disc player, press the CD/
AUX button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in the
display. The number of the track
playing is shown in the display. The
system will continuously play a disc
until you change modes. The disc player can also play CD-Rs
WMA f iles, and CD-RWs
compressed in MP3 standard. When
playing a disc in MP3, you will see
‘‘MP3’’ in the display. You can select
up to f olders or tracks.
Because the compressed audio
format of MP3 and WMA discs
allows them to store large
amounts of f iles and tagging
inf ormation, these discs may take
more time to begin playing.
The sound quality of MP3 and
WMA discs generally degrades as
the bit rate increases.
If a f ile on an MP3 or WMA disc is
protected by digital rights
management (DRM), the audio
unit displays FORMAT, and then
skips to the next f ile. Sampling f requency: 32/44.1/48 kHz
Bit rate: 8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/
80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/
320 kbps
Compatible with variable bit rate and
multi-session.
Maximum layers (including
ROOT): 8
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On EX and SC modelsTo Play a Disc
Note:
Playing a Disc
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Do not use discs with adhesive labels.
The label can curl up and cause the
disc to jam in the unit.

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you select an empty slot in the
magazine, the changer will search
for the next available disc to load and
play.
An
optional six disc changer is
available for your vehicl e. This disc
changer uses the same controls used
for the in-dash disc player or the
radio.
Load the desired discs in the
magazine, and load the magazine in
the changer according to the
instructions that came with the unit.
To select the disc changer, press the
CD/AUX button. The disc and track
numbers will be displayed. To select
a different disc, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or the preset 6 (DISC )
button. To select the previous disc,
press the preset 5 (DISC ), or the
preset 6 (DISC ) to select the next
disc in sequence.
The
auxiliary input jack is next to the
accessory power socket, either in the
center console compartment or on
the dashboard, depending on the
model of your vehicle.
When a compatible audio unit is
connected to the jack, pressing the
AUX button allows the system to
accept auxiliary input from the
connected audio unit.
See pages and for
information on error messages.
For information on how to handle
and protect discs, see page . 128127
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If equipped
Auxiliary Input Jack Operating the Optional Disc
Changer
Protecting Discs Audio System Malf unction
Playing a Disc
Features
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Never try to insert f oreign objects in
the CD player or the magazine. When a disc is not being played,
store it in its case to protect it f rom
dust and other contamination. To
prevent warpage, keep discs out of
direct sunlight and extreme heat.
To clean a disc, use a clean sof t cloth.
Wipe across the disc f rom the center
to the outside edge.Handle a disc by its edges; never
touch either surf ace. Do not place
stabilizer rings or labels on the disc.
These, along with contamination
f rom f inger prints, liquids, and f elt-
tip pens, can cause the disc to not
play properly, or possibly jam in the
drive.
When using CD-R or CD-RW discs,
use only high quality CDs labeled
f or audio use.
When recording a CD-R or
CD-RW, the recording must be
closedforittobeusedbythe
system.
A new disc may be rough on the
inner and outer edges. The small
plastic pieces causing this roughness
can f lake of f and f all on the recorded
surf ace of the disc, causing skipping
or other problems. Remove these
pieces by rubbing the inner and
outer edges with the side of a pencil
or pen.
Handle your discs properly to
prevent damage and skipping. Play only standard round discs.
Odd-shaped discs may jam in the
driveorcauseotherproblems.
General Inf ormation Protecting Discs
Protecting Your Discs
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Do not use discs with adhesive labels.
The label can curl up and cause the
disc to jam in the unit.

If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, or the
radio f use is removed, the audio
system will disable itself . If this
happens, you will see ‘‘ENTER
CODE’’ in the f requency display the
nexttimeyouturnonthesystem.
Use the preset buttons to enter the
code. The code is on the radio code
card included in your owner’s
manual kit. When it is entered
correctly, the radio will start playing.
Your vehicle’s audio system will
disable itself if it is disconnected
f rom electrical power f or any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specif ic f ive-digit code in the
preset buttons. Because there are
hundreds of number combinations
possible f rom f ive-digits, making the
system work without knowing the
exact code is nearly impossible.
If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number f rom a dealer. To
do this, you will need the system’s
serial number. You should have received a radio
code card that lists your audio
system’s code and serial numbers. It
is best to store this card in a saf e
place at home. In addition, you
should write the audio system’s
serial number in this owner’s manual.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
sequence, then enter the correct
code. You have 10 tries to enter the
correct code. If you are unsuccessf ul
in 10 attempts, you must then leave
the system on f or 1 hour bef ore
trying again.On EX and SC models
Radio T hef t Protection
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The middle button adjusts the
volume up ( ) or down ( ). Press
the top or bottom of the button and
hold it until the desired volume is
reached, then release it.
If youareplayingaCD,thesystem
skips to the beginning of the next
track each time you push the CH
button. You will see the disc and
track number in the display.
Three controls f or the audio system
are mounted in the steering wheel
hub. These let you control basic
f unctions without removing your
hand f rom the wheel. The MODE button changes the
mode. Pressing the button
repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM or
CD (if a CD is loaded). On models
with satellite radio system, you can
also select XM1 or XM2.
The CHANNEL button has two
f unctions, depending on whether you
are listening to the radio, or playing a
CD.If you are listening to the radio, use
the CH button to change stations.
Each time you press this button, the
system advances to the next preset
station on the band you are listening
to. You will see the number of the
selected Preset button in the display.
To change bands, or to change f rom
FM1toFM2orXM1toXM2(if
equipped), press the MODE button.
On EX and SC models
Remote Audio Controls
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MODE
BUTTON
CH BUTTON
VOLUME
BUTTON

When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.
Your
dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved for your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Modifying
your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsafe. Before you make any
modifications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the following
info rmation. Befo
re installing any accesso ry:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.
Al though non-Honda accessories
may fit on your vehicle, they may not
meet factory specifications, and
could adversely affect your vehicle’s
handling and stability. Befo
re installing any electronic
accessory, have the insta ller
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation. Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
the proper operation of your
vehicle.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. In these areas,
accessories may interf ere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags. 234
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
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Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.