2012 HONDA CR-Z CD player

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Features
This chapter describes how to operate the audio system an d other technology features.
Audio System
About Your Audio System ................ 136
USB Adapter Cable .......................... 137
Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 138
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 139
Audio Remote Controls .................... 140
Audio without Navigation System Audio System Basic Operation .......... 141
Playing the AM/FM Radio ................. 143
Playing a CD .................................... 145
Playing an iPod ®............................... 147
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 149 Audio with Navigation System
*
Audio System Basic Operation.......... 151
Playing the AM/FM Radio ................. 154
Playing a CD .................................... 156
Playing a PC Card ............................ 158
Playing an iPod ®............................... 162
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 165
Audio Error Messages CD Player ......................................... 167
iPod ®/USB Flash Drive....................... 168 General Information on the Audio System
Recommended CDs ......................... 169
Compatible iPod® and USB Flash Drives ... 171
Recommended PC Card ................... 172
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®*
Using HFL ........................................ 173
HFL Menus ...................................... 175
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio with Navigation System*uPlaying a PC Card
Features
1.
Touch PLAY MODE.
There are three play modes: Folder mode: Plays files in the order they
are recorded to the PC card.Artist mode: Plays files in alphabetical
order, by artist and song title. Album mode: Plays albums (folders) in
alphabetical order.
2. Touch the play mode icon.
3. Touch either playing menu.
uContinue playing the current song
goes into the selected play mode after
playing the current file.
■How to Select a Play Mode1How to Select a Play Mode
Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the
previous screen. To exit the play mode screen, press
the AUDIO button.
WMA format protected by digital rights management
(DRM) cannot be played.
The audio system skips to the next file.
If there is a problem with the PC card player, see a
dealer.
PLAY MODE Icon
Folder mode
is shown.

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Features
Audio Error Messages
CD Player
If a disc error occurs, you may see the following error messages.
Error MessageCauseSolution
HEAT ERRORHigh temperature●Turn the audio system off and allow the player to cool down until
the error message is cleared.
UNSUPPORTEDTrack/file format not supported●Current track/file will be skipped. The next supported track/file
plays automatically.
BAD DISC
PLEASE CHECK
OWNERS MANUAL
PUSH EJECT
Mechanical error
●Press the (eject) button and remove the disc, and check that the
error message is cleared.
● Check that the disc is not damaged or deformed, and insert the
disc again.
2Protecting CDs P. 170
● If the error message reappears, press the button, and pull out the disc.
● Insert a different disc.
If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc.
● If the error message repeats, or the disc cannot be removed,
contact your dealer.
Do not try to force the disc out of the player.
MECH ERROR
CHECK DISCDisc error●
Check that the disc is not damaged or deformed.
2Protecting CDs P. 170

uuGeneral Information on the Audio SystemuRecommended CDs
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Features
■ Protecting CDs
Follow these precautions when handling or storing CDs: • Store a CD in its case when it is not being played.
• When wiping a CD, use a soft clean cloth from the center to the outside edge.
• Handle a CD by its edge. Never touch either surface.
• Never insert foreign objects into the CD player.
• Keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat.
• Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.
• Avoid fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens on the CD.1Protecting CDs
NOTICE
Do not insert a damaged CD. It may be stuck inside
and damage the audio unit.
Examples:
● Damaged CDsBubbled/
Wrinkled
With Label/
Sticker Using
Printer Label Kit
Sealed With Plastic Ring ●Poor quality
CDs
Chipped/
Cracked Warped Burrs
● Small CDs
3-inch
(8-cm) CD
●
Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and
excessively thick CDs

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uuGeneral Information on the Audio SystemuCompatible iPod® and USB Flash Drives
Features
Compatible iPod ® and USB Flash Drives
• Use a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher.
• 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, or AAC formats may be unsupported.
■iPod ® Model Compatibility
Model
iPod ® (5th generation)
iPod classic ® 80GB/160GB
iPod classic ® 120GB
iPod classic ® 160GB (launch in 2009)
iPod nano ®
iPod touch ®
■USB Flash Drives
1iPod® Model Compatibility
This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.
1USB 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.

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Index
Belts (Seat).................................................. 34
Beverage Holders ...................................... 126
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............... 88, 173
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 220
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 222
Brake Assist System ................................. 223
Brake System Indicator............................. 302
Fluid ........................................................ 256
Foot Brake ............................................... 221
Indicator .................................................. 302
Parking Brake .......................................... 220
Brightness Control (In strument Panel).... 115
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 258
Back-Up Lights......................................... 263
Brake/Taillight .......................................... 264
Bulb Specifications ................................... 312
Fog Lights ................................................ 260 Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light ...................................................... 262
Headlights ............................................... 258
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 265
Rear License Plate Light............................ 265
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light .....
262 C
Carbon Monoxide Gas
............................... 64
Carrying Cargo ................................. 193, 195
CD Player ........................... 145, 156, 158, 162
Certification Label .................................... 314
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 258
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 300
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 58
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 59
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 60
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 59
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
CHRG Indicator ........................................... 82
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 283
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 281
Climate Control System ............................ 132
Changing the Mode ................................ 132
Defrosting the Windscreen and
Windows ............................................... 133
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 280
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 132
Sensors ................................................... 134
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 132
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 287, 313
Controls ....................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 252
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 253 Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 252
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 73
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Overheating ............................................ 297
Creep Aid System ..................................... 200
Creeping ................................................... 202
Cruise Control .......................................... 212
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 126
Customer Service Information ................ 322
Customized Features ................................. 90
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 112
Dead Battery ............................................ 294
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 133
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 315
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 110
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 118
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 248
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 110
Door Mirrors ............................................. 118
Doors .......................................................... 99
Auto Door Locking.................................. 103
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 103
Door Open Indicator ................................. 72
Door/Hatch Open Indicator ....................... 33
Keys.......................................................... 99