2014 HONDA ODYSSEY ECO mode

204Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle’s navigation system, without handling your cell phone.Using HFLh (Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen or to answer an
incoming call.
J (Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call, to cancel a command or to return
to the previous screen.
d (Talk) button: Press to give HFL voice commands.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Interface dial: Rotate i to select an item on the screen, then press u. Move w,
y, e or u to select secondary menu.■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:
Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or
call 1-888-528-7876.
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 d 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 an after ending
the call.
NAV
CH
Button
MODE Button
Pick-up
Button
PHONE
ButtonInterface
DialMicrophone
VOL
Button
Talk ButtonHang-up/Back
Button

278Troubleshooting
TroubleshootingMap, Voice, Entering Destinations
Problem
Solution
The Startup Confirmation screen is displayed every
time I start the car.
This is normal. The Startup Confirmation screen reminds you and your guest drivers to
always operate the navigation system in a safe manner. The Startup Confirmation
screen goes off after a certain period of time and the top screen of the last mode is
displayed.
The navigation system reboots by itself (returns to the
opening screen).
A reboot can be caused by extreme temperatures or shock from bumpy roads, and
does not necessarily indicate a problem. If this happens frequently, please see a dealer.
How do I specify a destination when an entered city or
street could not be found?
• Try entering the street first. Some cities are lumped in with a major metro area. In
rural “unverified” areas or new subdivisions, streets may be missing or only partially
numbered.
• Try selecting the destination directly from the map. 2Map Input
P. 105
Why do some letters become grayed out when I enter
an address?
As you enter each letter in an address or a place/landmark, the navigation system
looks in the database to see what letters are possible and grays out letters that do not
apply.
How do I delete Personal Addresses, Previous
Destinations, or the Home Address?
1.Press the SETTINGS button. Select Navi Settings > Personal Info to display the
types of information.
2.Select the type of address to delete.
3.Select Delete.
I cannot hear the navigation system voice.
1.Press the SETTINGS button. Select System Settings and check that Volume is not
set to 0.
2.Select Voice Rec. and set Voice Prompt to On.
The voice control system is having difficulty
recognizing my voice commands.
• Check that the vents are not blowing air onto the microphone on the ceiling, the
vehicle is as quiet as possible, and you are using the correct command when
speaking. 2Voice Recognition
P. 23
•Say d “Voice Help” on any screen to see a list of the applicable voice commands.
I cannot give voice commands.
Make sure you selected OK at the Startup Confirmation screen.2Start-up
P. 20

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Troubleshooting
Map, Voice, Entering Destinations
Troubleshooting
I cannot select an option using the Interface Dial.
To reduce potential driver distraction, certain onscreen functions and features are
limited or inoperable while the vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to
proceed.
The navigation system pronunciation of street names
in the guidance command or destination address
sounds strange.
The basic guidance phrases use a studio-recorded voice, but street names are
pronounced using a machine-generated voice. Consequently, the name may be
mispronounced or sound strange at times.
The screen is bright when I drive at night.
1.Check that the nighttime dashboard brightness control is not set to maximum.
2.Press the SETTINGS button. Select Navi Settings > Map > Color (Night). Set the
Night color to Black for the best contrast. 2Switching Display Mode Manually
P. 70
The screen is dark when I drive during the day.
Press the SETTINGS button. Select Navi Settings > Map > Color (Day). Set the Day
color to White for the best contrast. 2Switching Display Mode Manually
P. 70
How do I change or remove my PIN?
1.Press the SETTINGS button. Select Navi Settings > Personal Info > PIN Number >
Address Book PIN or Go Home PIN.
2.Enter your existing PIN. You then have the choice to change or remove the PIN. 2PIN Numbers
P. 43
I have forgotten my PIN. How do I reset the PIN for
Home or the PIN for personal addresses?
A dealer must reset the PIN for you.
Why is Call grayed out on the Calculate Route screen?
Your phone is not paired to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® or, if paired, your phone is in
use. 2Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
P. 204
Problem
Solution

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Troubleshooting
Update, Coverage, Map Errors
Troubleshooting
Update, Coverage, Map ErrorsDisplay, AccessoriesMiscellaneous Questions
Problem
Solution
My city is not part of a fully verified detailed coverage
area.
The mapping database is constantly undergoing revision. You can access the most
recent information on the internet. 2Map Coverage
P. 297
Does the navigation system work outside North
America?
The navigation system contains maps for the 50 U.S. states, Canada, Puerto Rico, and
Mexico. The navigation system will not work in other countries. 2Map Coverage
P. 297
How do I report errors I find in the database?
Minor errors are bound to occur in a large database. If you encounter major errors, see2Reporting Errors
P. 296
Problem
Solution
The display appears dim when starting the car in really
cold weather.
This is normal. The display will become brighter after a few minutes.
Problem
Solution
My battery was disconnected or went dead, and the
navigation system is asking for a code.
Set the power mode to ON, and press and hold the 9 (Power) button for two
seconds. The system should reactivate. If you have installed an aftermarket system,
contact a dealer.

292Reference Information
System InitializationThe navigation system must be initialized if
power to the navigation system is
interrupted for any reason (e.g., the
battery was disconnected).Entering the Security CodeIn most cases, you do not need to enter a
security code. Follow the steps to
reactivate the system.
1.Set the power mode to ON, and turn on
the audio system.
2. Press and hold the 9 (Power) button
for more than two seconds.
The system is reac tivated when the
system’s control unit recognizes that
the system is in your vehicle.
If the control unit fails to recognize,
you must go to a dealer and have the
system checked.
Acquiring GPS InformationDepending on the length of time the
power was interrupted, your system may
require GPS initialization.
If initialization is not necessary, the system
proceeds directly to the Startup
Confirmation screen.
If the system fails to locate a sufficient
number of satellites to locate your position
within 10 minutes, the following screen is
displayed.