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uuAudio Error Messages uAha
TM Radio
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Features
Aha
TM
Radio
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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 c onnected. Disconnect
the device. Then turn the audio system off, and turn it on again.
Do not reconnect the device that caused the error.
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Features
General Information on the Audio SystemXM® Radio Service
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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 using the SOURCE button, or through 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
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Receiving XM ® Radio
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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
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uuCustomized Features u
Features
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List of customizable options
*1:Default Setting Setup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsSystem
Settings
Display
Brightness
Changes the brightness of the audio/information
screen.
—
Contrast
Changes the contrast of the audio/information
screen.
—
Black Level
Changes the black level of the audio/information
screen.
—
Beep
Selects whether a beeper sounds or not when
you operate the selector knob.
On
*1/
Off
Blue-
tooth
Bluetooth On/Off
Turns the Bluetooth ® on and off.
On
*1/Off
Bluetooth Device List
Pairs a new phone to HFL, edits and deletes a
paired phone, and create a security PIN.
2 Phone Setup P. 347
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Edit Pairing Code
Changes a pairing code.
2To change the pairing code setting P. 349
Random/Fixed
*1
Voice
Recog
Voice Prompt
Turns the voice prompt on and off.
Beginner
*1/Expert
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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsSystem
Settings
Clock
Clock/
Wallpaper
Type
Clock Type
Changes the clock display type.
Analog
/Digital
*1/
Small Digital /Off
Wallpaper
●
Changes the wallpaper type.
●
Imports an image file for a new wallpaper.
●
Deletes an image file for a wallpaper.2 Wallpaper Setup P. 183, 210
Blank/Galaxy
*1/
Metallic /Add New
Clock Adjustment
Adjusts Clock.
2 Clock P. 106
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Clock Format
Selects the digital clock display from 12H to 24H.
12H
*1/24H
Other
Language
Changes the display language.
English
*1/ French /
Spanish
Background Color
Changes the background color of the audio/
information screen and the audio with touch
screen
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Blue
*1/ Amber /Red /
Green
Header Clock Display
Selects whether the clock display comes on.
On
*1/ Off
Factory Data Reset
Resets all the settings to their factory default.
2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 334
Yes /No
Default
Cancels/Resets all customized items in the
System Settings group as default.
Yes/No
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Features
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List of customizable options
*1:Default Setting Setup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsSystem
Settings
Display
Brightness
Changes the brightness of the audio/information
screen.
—
Contrast
Changes the contrast of the audio/information
screen.
—
Black Level
Changes the black level of the audio/information
screen.
—
Sound/
Beep
Volume
Changes the volume of the audio speakers.
—
Interface Dial Feedback
Sets if and when the system reads aloud a
selection made using the Interface Dial.
On
*1/
Off /Auto
Message Auto Reading
Selects whether the system automatically read
out message, does not read, or read out only
when driving.
On /Off /Auto
*1
Verbal Reminder
Turns the verbal reminders on and off.
On
*1/Off
Blue-
tooth
Bluetooth Status
Turns the Bluetooth® on and off.
On
*1/Off
Bluetooth Device List
Pairs a new phone to HFL, edits and deletes a
paired phone, and create a security PIN.
2 Phone Setup P. 382
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Edit Pairing Code
Changes a pairing code.
2To change the pairing code setting P. 384
Random/Fixed
*1
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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsSystem
Settings
Clock
Auto Daylight
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Sets the navigation system to automatically adjust
the clock (“spring ahead” or “fall back” by one
hour) when a daylight saving time change occurs.
On
*1/
Off
Clock Reset
Resets the settings of all items in the Clock group.
—
Others
Units
Changes the distance unit on the navigation map
screen.
mile
*1/km (U.S.)
mile /km
*1 (Canada)
Language
Changes the display language.
English
*1/ French /
Spanish
Voice Command Tips
Alerts you when manual control of the system is
disabled to prevent distraction while driving. Only
voice commands are available.
On
*1/ Off
Background Color
Changes the background color of the audio/
information screen and the audio with touch screen.
Blue
*1/Amber /Red /
Green
Header Clock Display
Selects whether the clock display comes on.
On
*1/ Off
System Device Information
Displays the system/Device information.
—
Factory Data Reset
Resets all the settings to their factory default.
2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 335
—
Default
Cancels /Resets all customized items in the
System Settings group as default.
Default/OK
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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle’s audio system, without handling your cell phone.Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to answer an incoming call.
(Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a command.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag, a phonebook
name, or a number.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press .
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HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com , or call
1-888-528-7876.•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca , or call 1-888-
528 -7876.
To use HFL, the Bluetooth On/Off setting must be On .
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Voice control tips•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the
windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphone.•Press and release the button when you want to
call a number using a stored voice tag, a
phonebook name, or a number. Speak clearly and
naturally after a beep.•If the microphone picks up voices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.•To change the volume level, use the audio system's
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
If you receive a call while using the audio system, the
system resumes its operation after ending the call.
Models without navigation systemModels with one display
Talk Button
Volume up
MicrophoneHang-up/Back Button
Pick-up
Button
Volume down
Selector
KnobPHONE

Button

uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
368Features
The following options are available during a call.
Mute : Mute your voice.
Transfer : Transfer a call from HFL to your phone.
Touch Tones: Send numbers during a call. This is useful when you call a menu-
driven phone system.
Pres the MENU button to display the options.
The available options are shown on the lower
half of the screen.
Rotate to select the mute option, then
press . u The mute icon appears when Mute is
selected. Select Mute again to turn it off.■
Options During a Call
1Options During a Call
Touch Tones : Available on some phones.
You can select the icons on the audio with touch
screen.
Models with two displays
Mute Icon
Models with one displayModels with two displaysAll models