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uuAudio System Basic Operation uSong By VoiceTM (SBV)
Features
Add phonetic modifications of difficult or fo reign words so that it is easier for SBV
to recognize artists, songs, albums, and composers in voice commands when
searching for music on the USB flash drive or iPod. 1.Select .
2. Select Settings .
3. Select System .
4. Select the Voice Recog tab.
5. Select Song by Voice Phonetic
Modification .
6. Select New Modification .
7. Select USB or iPod .
■Phonetic Modification1Phonetic Modification
Song by Voice Phonetic Modification is grayed
out when Song By Voice is set to Off .
You can store up to 2, 000 phonetic modification
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying Pandora ®
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Features
Playing Pandora ®
Your audio system allows you to listen to music from the Pandora ® app on a
compatible smartphone.
This function is available when the phone is paired an d connected to the vehicle’s
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system, or with an iPhone, you can connect using
your USB cable to the USB port.
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U.S. models
1Playing Pandora ®
Pandora ®, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade
dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission. Pandora
is only available in certai n countries. Visit the Pandora
website for more information.
To find out if your phone is compatible with this
feature, visit automobiles.honda.com /handsfreelink/,
or call 1-888-528-7876.
To use this service in your vehicle, the Pandora ® app
must first be installed on your phone. Visit
www.pandora.com for more information.
Pandora ® is free, personalized radio that plays music
and comedy you’ll love. Just start with the name of
one of your favorite arti sts, songs, comedians or
composers and Pandora ® will create a custom station
that plays similar tracks. Pandora® also features
hundreds of genre stations ranging from Dubstep to
Smooth Jazz to Power Workout.
If you cannot operate Pandora ® through the audio
system, it may be streaming through Bluetooth®
Audio. Make sure Pandora ® mode on your audio
system is selected.
If your phone is connecte d to Android Auto, Pandora
will be available only through the Android Auto
interface. Visit the Android Auto website to check
compatibility.
Audio/Information Screen Cover Art
VOL (Volume) Icons
Select to adjust the
volume. (Back) Icon
Select to go back to the
previous display.
/AUDIO (Power/
Audio) Icon
Select to turn the audio
system on and off.
(Menu) Icon
Select to display
the menu items.
Play/Pause Icon
Select to resume or play a song.
STATION Up/Down Icons
Select to change a station. Skip Icon
Select to skip a song.Like/Dislike Icons
Select to evaluate a song.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying a USB Flash Drive
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Features
Playing a USB Flash Drive
Your audio system reads and plays audio f iles on a USB flash drive in either MP3,
WMA, or AAC*1 format.
Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then select the USB mode.
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*1:Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this unit.
*2:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.
VOL (Volume) Icons
Select to adjust the volume.
(Back) Icon
Select to go back to the previous
display.
Track Icons
Select or to change files.
Select and hold to move rapidly
within a track.
/AUDIO (Power/Audio) Icon
Select to turn the audio system
on and off.
Open/Close Icon*2
Displays/hides the detailed
information.
(Menu) Icon
Select to display the menu items.
Folder Icons
Select to skip to the next folder, and to skip
to the beginning of the previous folder.
Audio/Information Screen
Multi-Information Display

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Features
1. Select and select Music Search.
2. Select a folder.
3. Select a track.
■How to Select a File from the Music Search List1Playing a USB Flash Drive
Use the recommended USB flash drives.
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WMA files protected by di gital rights management
(DRM) cannot be played.
The audio system displays Unplayable File, then
skips to the next file.
If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the audio/information screen.
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Select Switch USB Device in the Audio menu
screen to switch to another USB device.
Folder Selection
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying a USB Flash Drive
Features
You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a file.
■Scan
1. Select .
2. Select Scan.
3. Select a play mode.
■Random/Repeat
Select a play mode.
■To turn off a play mode
Select the mode you want to turn off.
■How to Select a Play Mode1 How to Select a Play Mode
Play Mode Menu Items
Scan
Scan Folders : Provides 10-second sampling of the
first file in each of the main folders.
Scan Tracks: Provides 10-second sa mpling of all files
in the current folder.
Random/Repeat
Random in Folder : Plays all files in the current
folder in random order.
Random All Tracks : Plays all files in random order.
Repeat Folder : Repeats all files in the current folder.
Repeat Track: Repeats the current file.

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
Apple CarPlay
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via USB, you can
use the audio/information t ouch screen, instead of the iPhone display, to make a
phone call, listen to music, view ma ps (navigation), and access messages.
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■Phone
Access the contact list, make phon e calls, or listen to voice mail.
■Messages
Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.
■Music
Play music stored on your iPhone.
■Apple CarPlay Menu
1 Apple CarPlay
Only iPhone 5 or newer versi ons with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible
apps.
To use Apple CarPlay, connect the USB cable to the
front USB port. The USB por t located in the center
console storage will not enable Apple CarPlay
operation.
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To directly access the Appl e CarPlay phone function,
press Phone on the home screen. While connected
to Apple CarPlay, calls are only made through Apple
CarPlay. If you want to make a call with
HandsFreeLink, turn Apple CarPlay OFF or detach the
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When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is
not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio or
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®. However, other
previously paired phones can stream audio via
Bluetooth ® while Apple CarPlay is connected.
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For details on c ountries and regions where Apple
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.
: Go back to the
Home screen
Home screen
Apple CarPlay icon Apple CarPlay menu screen
Go back to the Apple
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
■Maps
Display Apple CarPlay map and use the navigation function just as you would on
your iPhone.
Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay) can give
directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior
destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are
currently using will direct you to your destination.
After you have connected your iPhone to the system via USB, use the following
procedure to set up Apple CarPlay. Us e of Apple CarPlay will result in the
transmission of certain user and vehicle in formation (such as vehicle location, speed,
and status) to your iPhone to enhance th e Apple CarPlay experience. You will need
to consent to the sharing of this in formation on the Display Audio Screen.
■Enabling Apple CarPlay
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.
Enable Once: Allows only once. (Prompt
shows again next time.)
Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt
does not show again.)
You may change the consent settings under
the Smartphone settings menu.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlay
1Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay Operating Requirements &
Limitations
Apple CarPlay requi res a compatible iPhone with an
active cellular connecti on and data plan. Your
carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating system s, hardware, software,
and other technology integral to providing Apple
CarPlay functionality, as well as new or revised
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or
cessation of Apple CarPlay functionality and services.
Honda cannot and does not pr ovide any warranty or
guarantee of future Appl e CarPlay performance or
functionality.
It is possible to use 3r d party apps if they are
compatible with Apple CarPlay. Refer to the Apple
homepage for information on compatible apps.
Models with navigation system
1 Setting Up Apple CarPlay
You can also use the method below to set up Apple
CarPlay:
Select HOME Settings Smartphone Apple
CarPlay
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your iP hone by Apple CarPlay is
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and
Apple’s Privacy Policy.

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Features
Android Auto
When you connect an Android phone to the Display Audio system via USB, Android
Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto, you can use the
audio/information touch screen to access the Phone, Google Maps (Navigation),
Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When you first use Android Auto, a
tutorial will appear on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tuto rial while safely parked before using
Android Auto.
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1Android Auto
To use Android Auto, you need to download the
Android Auto app from Google Play to your
smartphone.
Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are
compatible with Android Auto.
Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used with Android Auto
phone.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto and when launching any
compatible apps.
To use Android Auto, connect the USB cable to the
front USB port. The USB port in the center console
storage will not enable Android Auto operation.
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To directly access the Android Auto phone function,
press Phone on the home screen.
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When your Android phone is connected to Android
Auto, it is not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio.
However, other previously paired phones can stream
audio via Bluetooth ® while Android Auto is
connected. 2 Phone Setup P. 384