2008 HONDA ELEMENT CD player

The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you have an optional
audio system, ref er to the operating
instructions that came with it.)
The heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it..............
Vents, Heating, and A/C .102
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Air Flow Controls .103
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Ventilation .104
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Using the Heater .104
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Using the A/C .104
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Dehumidif y the Interior .105
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To Def og and Def rost .105
To Remove Exterior Frost
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or Ice From the Windows .106
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To Turn Everything Of f .106
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Playing the AM/FM Radio .107
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AM/FM Radio Reception .111
Playing the XM
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Satellite Radio .113
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Playing a Disc .119
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Disc Player Error Messages .126
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Disc Changer Error Messages .127
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Protecting Your Discs .128
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Radio Thef t Protection .131
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Setting the Clock .132
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Remote Audio Controls .134
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Cruise Control .135
Features
Features
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To load or play discs, the ignition
switch must be in the ACCESSORY
(I) or ON (II) position.
You operate the disc player with the
same controls used f or the radio. To
select the disc player, press the CD
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.
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. Video CDs and DVDs will not work
in this unit.
The disc player can also play CD-Rs
andCD-RWscompressedinMP3or
WMA formats.
When playing a disc in MP3, you will
see ‘‘MP3’’ in the display. The disc,
f older and track numbers are
displayed. Each disc can hold up to
400 playable f iles within 8 f older
layers. A disc can support a
maximum number of 100 f olders,
and each folder can hold 255
playable f iles.
The specif ications of the compatible
MP3 f ile are:
When playing a disc in WMA, you
will see ‘‘WMA’’ in the display. The
disc, f older and track numbers are
displayed. Each disc can hold up to
200 f iles within 16 subdirectories, 8
f older layers. A disc can support a
maximum number of 100 f olders,
and each folder can hold 255
playable f iles.
The specif ications of the compatible
WMA f ile are:
Compatible with variable bit rate
and multi-session
Sampling f requency:
32/44.1/48 kHz
Bit rate:
48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps
Sampling f requency:
32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1)
16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2)
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
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On EX and SC models
To Play a Disc
Playing a Disc
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NOTE:
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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µEach time you
press and release the , the
player skips f orward to the
beginning of the next track (f iles in
MP3/WMA mode). Press and
release the to skip backward to
the beginning of the current track.
Press it again to skip to the
beginning of the previous track.
To move rapidly within a track, press
and hold or .
You will see CUE or REW in the
display while moving within a track.
Insert the disc about half way into the
disc slot. The drive will pull the disc
in the rest of the way and begin to
play it. When the system reaches the
end of the disc, it will return to the
beginning and play the disc again.
You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs
without using an adapter ring. If you press the DISP/MODE button
while playing a disc, additional
information (track, album, artist, etc.)
maybedisplayed.
Use the SEEK/SKIP button while a
disc is playing to select passages and
change tracks (f iles in MP3/WMA
mode).
In MP3/WMA mode, use the
FOLDER knob to select f olders in
the disc, and use the SEEK/SKIP
button to change f iles.
To play the radio when a disc is
playing, press the AM/FM button.
Press the CD button again to switch
back to the CD player. If you turn the system of f while a
disc is playing, either with the VOL/
PWR knob or by turning of f the
ignition switch, the disc will stay in
the drive. When you turn the system
back on, the disc will begin playing
where it lef t of f .
Except EX and SC models
SEEK /SK IP
T o Change or Select T racks/Files
Playing a Disc
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´ If you select an empty slot in the
magazine, the changer will search
f or the next available disc to load and
play.
An optional six disc changer is
available f or your vehicle. This disc
changer uses the same controls used
f or 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.
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 f rom the
connected audio unit.
See pages and for
inf ormation on error messages.
For inf ormation on how to handle
and protect discs, see page .
To select the disc changer, press the
CD button. The disc and track
numbers will be displayed. To select
a dif f erent 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.
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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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Thechartontherightexplainsthe
error messages you may see in the
display while playing a disc.
If you see an error message in the
display while playing a disc, press
the eject button. After ejecting the
disc, check it for damage or
deformation. If there is no damage,
insert the disc again.
For the additional information of the
damaged discs, see page .
Theaudiosystemwilltrytoplaythe
disc. If there is still a problem, the
error message will reappear. Press
the eject button, and pull out the disc.
Insert a dif f erent disc. If the new
disc plays, there is a problem with
the f irst disc. If the error message
cycle repeats and you cannot clear it,
take your vehicle to a dealer.Error Message Solution
Cause
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:EX and SC models
LX model
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
Current track will be skipped. The next
supported track or file plays automatically.
Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc.
Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc
player.
Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged.
For more information, see page129.
Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc.
Check the disc for serious damage, sign of
deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt
see page129.
Insert the disc again. If the code does not
disappear, or the disc cannot be removed,
consult your dealer. Do not try to force the disc
out of the player.
High temperature
Track/File format not
supported
FOCUS error
Mechanical error
Servo error
Disc Player Error Messages
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HEAT ERROR
HOT
DISC
BAD DISC
PLEASE CHECK OWNER’SMANUAL
PUSH EJECT ERR
BAD DISC
PLEASE CHECK OWNER’SMANUALFORMAT
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If you see an error message in the
display while playing a disc, f ind the
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error message, take
your vehicle to your dealer.Cause
Indication Solution
: EX and SC models
:LXmodel
FOCUS error
No disc in the magazine
Mechanical error
High temperature
No magazine in the
changer Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc.
Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc
player.
Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged.
For more information, see page129.
Insert disc.
Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc.
Check the disc for damage or deformation.
For more information, see page129.
If the disc cannot be pulled out, or the error
message does not disappear after the disc is
ejected, see your dealer.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
Insert magazine.
Disc Changer Error Messages
Features
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DISC ERROR
DISC
NO DISC NO
MECH ERROR
ERR
HEAT ERROR HOT
EJECT
EJEC
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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.
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Examples of these discs are shown
to the right:Bubbled, wrinkled, labelled, and excessively thick discs
Damaged discs Poor quality discs
The disc player/changer has a
sophisticated and delicate
mechanism. If you insert a damaged
disc as indicated below, it may
become stuck inside and damage the
audio unit.
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Additional Inf ormation of
Recommended Discs
Protecting Your Discs
Features
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Warped
Burrs
Chipped/
Cracked
Bubbled/
Wrinkled
With Label/
Sticker Using Printer
Label Kit Sealed With Plastic
Ring
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