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uuAudio Error Messages uAha
TM Radio
Features
Aha
TM
Radio
If an error occurs while playing Aha
TM Radio, you may see the following error
messages.
If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error Message
Solution
Cannot connect to HondaLink. When stopped, check your
mobile device.
Appears when the Aha
TM app is not activated. Check your device.
Incompatible USB Device
Please Check 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.
U.S. models with the touch screen

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General Information on the Audio SystemXM® Radio Service
*
1.You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID in
the display: Turn the selector knob or the interface dial until 0 appears.
2. Have your radio ID and credit card number ready, and either call or visit the XM ®
website to subscribe.
Switch to the XM ® mode by pressing the SOURCE button repeatedly or operating
the audio with touch 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.
Loading:
XM ® is loading the audio or program information.
Ch off air:
The channel is not currently broadcasting.
Ch unauthorized:
XM ® radio is receiving information update from the network.
No signal:
The signal is too weak in the current location.
Ch unavailable:
No such channel exists, the channel is not part of your subscription, or the artist or
title information is unavailable.
Check antenna:
There is a problem with the XM ® antenna. Contact a dealer.■Subscribing to XM ® Radio■Receiving XM ® Radio■XM ® Radio Display Messages
1 Subscribing to XM ® Radio
Contact Information for XM ® Radio:
US: XM ® Radio at www.siriusxm.com or (800) 852-
9696
Canada: XM ® Canada at www.xmradio.ca , or (877)
209-00791 Receiving XM ® Radio
The XM ® 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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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uRecommended CDs
Features
Recommended CDs• Use only high-quality CD-R or CD-RW discs labeled for audio use.
• Use only CD-R or CD-RW discs on wh ich the recordings are closed.
• Play only standard round-shaped CDs.
• Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
• Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC formats may be unsupported.
1Recommended CDs
A Dual-disc cannot play on this audio unit. If recorded
under certain conditions, a CD-R or CD-RW may not
play either.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos:
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the
Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are
registered trademarks & DTS 2.0 Channel is a
trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software.
©DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
■CDs with MP3, WMA, or AAC filesThe CD packages or jackets should have one of these marks.
Also includes:

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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uRecommended CDs
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 CDsNOTICEDo 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 System uCompatible iPod ®, iPhone ®, and USB Flash Drives
Features
Compatible iPod®, iPhone ®, and USB Flash Drives*1: Models with one display
*2: Models with two display or the navigation system
•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 ® 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 6th generation) launch in 2010iPod touch® (1st to 4th generation) launch in 2010
*1
iPhone ® 3G/iPhone ® 3GS/iPhone ® 4/iPhone ® 4S
*1
iPhone ® 3G/iPhone ® 4/iPhone ® 4S
*2
■USB Flash Drives
1 iPod ® and iPhone ® Model Compatibility
This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.1 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.

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Features
Customized FeaturesUse the audio/information screen to customize certain features.■How to customize
With the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1, press the SETTINGS button. Rotate to
select Audio Settings , Phone Settings , Camera Settings , Vehicle Settings,
System Settings or Info Settings and press .
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Customized Features
When you customize settings:•Make sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop.•Shift to
(P.
•Set the parking brake.
To customize other features, rotate , and press . 2 List of customizable options P. 313Models without navigation systemAutomatic transmission/CVT modelsManual transmission models
Models with one display
SETTINGS Button
Audio/Information Screen

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uuCustomized Features u
Features
With the power mode in ON, press and hold the DISP button. Rotate to select
Audio Settings , Phone Settings , Camera Settings , Vehicle Settings , System
Settings or Info Settings and press .Models with two displays
DISP Button
Audio/Information Screen

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uuCustomized Features u
Features
■How to customize
With the power mode in ON, press the SETTINGS button. Rotate to select
Audio Settings, Phone Settings, Camera Settings, Vehicle Settings , System
Settings , Info Settings , or Navi Settings and press .
1Customized Features
When you customize setting, make sure that the
vehicle is at a complete stop and shift to
(P.
To customize other features, rotate , move , , or , and press .
2 List of customizable options P. 323
Models with navigation system
Models with navigation system
SETTINGS Button
Audio/Information Screen