2020 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN USB port

uuAudio System Basic Operation uNear Field Communication (NFC)*
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Features
1. Press the button.
2. Select NFC Manager or touch the NFC
logo near the glove box with the NFC tag of
your phone.
3. Select Transfer Image .
4. Open the photo you want to transfer on
your phone, then select Next.
5. Touch the NFC logo near the glove box with
the NFC tag of your phone.
6. Select the photo on your phone.
7. A confirmation message appears on the
screen. Select Wallpaper.
■Image Transfer for the Wallpaper1Image Transfer for the Wallpaper
The wallpaper you set up on Clock Faces cannot be
displayed on the driver information interface.
•The file name must be fewer than 255 characters.
•The file format of the im age that can be imported
is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).
•If the USB flash drive doe s not have any pictures,
the No files detected message appears.
•Up to five pictur es can be imported.
•The maximum image size is 1,920 × 936 pixels. If
the image size is less the image is displayed in the
middle of the screen with the extra area appearing
in black.

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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 the USB port
in the center pocket or console compartment*, you can use the audio/information
screen, instead of the iPhone display, to make a phone call, listen to music, view
maps (navigation), an d access messages.
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■Phone
Access the contact list, make phone 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
USB port located in the center pocket or console
compartment
*.
The USB ports located on the rear of the center
console
* are used only for charging.
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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 USB cable from your iPhone. 2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay P. 339
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.
Home screen
Apple CarPlay icon Apple CarPlay menu screen
Go back to the Apple
CarPlay menu screen
Select the Honda icon
to go back to the
home screen
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay ®
Features
■Maps
Display Apple Maps 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 the front USB port, use the
following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay. Use of Apple CarPlay will result in the
transmission of certain user and vehicle information (such as vehicle location, speed,
and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay experience. You will need
to consent to the sharing of this in formation on the audio/information screen.
■Enabling Apple CarPlay
Check the checkbox.
Enable: Allows this consent.
Disable: Does not allow this consent.
You may change the consent settings under
the Connections 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 systems, 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  Connections 
Smartphone Connection  Apple CarPlay  Select
device  Edit Device Permissions
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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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid AutoTM
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Features
Android AutoTM
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the front USB port,
Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto, you can
use the audio/information 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 AutoTM
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
USB port(s) located in the center pocket or the
console compartment
*. The USB ports located on the
rear of the center console* will not enable Android
Auto operation. 2 USB Port(s) P. 247
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.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid AutoTM
Features
d Music and audio
Play Google Play Music an d music apps that are compatible with Android Auto.
To switch between music apps, press this icon.
e Go back to the Home Screen.
f Voice
Operate Android Auto with your voice.
When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the front USB port, Android
Auto is automatically initiated.
■Enabling Android Auto
Check the checkbox.
Enable: Allows this consent.
Disable: Does not allow this consent.
You may change the consent settings under
the Connections settings menu.
■Auto Pairing Connection
1Enabling Android Auto
Only initialize Android Auto when you safely parked.
When Android Auto first detects your phone, you will
need to set up your phone so that auto pairing is
possible. Refer to the inst ruction manual that came
with your phone.
You can use the method below to change Android
Auto settings after you ha ve completed the initial
setup:
Select HOME  Settings  Connections 
Smartphone Connection  Android Auto  Select
device  Edit Device Permissions
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is
governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.

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Features
Audio Error Messages
iPod/USB Flash Drive
If an error occurs while playing an iPod or USB flash drive, you may see the following
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
*1:Models with color audio
*2:Models with Display Audio
Error MessageSolution
USB Error
Please check owners manual*1
Appears when an incomp atible 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.
Unsupported Ver*1Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. If it appears when a supported iPod
is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version.
Connect Retry*1, *2Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. Reconnect the iPod.
Unplayable File*1, *2Appears when the files in the USB flash dr ive are copyright protected or an unsupported
format. This error message appears for about three seconds, then plays the next song.
No Song*1
No Data*2
Appears when the iPod is empty.
Appears when the USB flash drive is empty.
Check that compatible files are stored on the device.
Unsupported*1, *2
Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported
device is connected, reconnect the device.
Appears when unsupported formats are in the device. Check that compatible files are
stored on the device.
iPod
USB flash drive
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uuAudio Error Messages uiPod/USB Flash Drive
Features
*1:Models with color audio
*2:Models with Display Audio
Error MessageSolution
Device No Response*1, *2Appears when the system does not communicate with a connected device. If it appears
when a device is connected, contact your place of device purchase.
HUB Unsupported*1
USB hub not supported*2Appears when only a HUB is co nnected. If it appears, connect a USB flash drive to the
HUB.

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uuAudio Error Messages uPandora ®
Features
Pandora ®
If an error occurs while playing Pandora ®, you may see the following error messages.
If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
No Device ConnectedAppears when no de vice is connected.
Check the Bluetooth® and USB connection.
No DataAppears when no data is available with Pandora ® activated. Reboot
the app and reconnect the device.
To begin listening, select a st ation from the stations list.Appears when any station is not se lected. Select a station from the
station list on the device.
PANDORA ver unsupport.Appears when Pandora ® version is not supported. Update Pandora ®
to the latest version.
No station list on device.
Use device to create station.Appears when there is no station list on the device. Use the device to
create a station.
PANDORA system maintenance.Appears when the Pandora ® server is in maintenance. Try again later.
Unable to play PANDORA. When stopped, log-in to
PANDORA.Appears you do not log in to Pandora ®. Log in to Pandora®.
No network connectivity.Appears when the network is deteriorated. Move the vehicle and
check the reception of the signal.
Unable to play PANDORA. Please try again later.
Appears when the sending the data is failed for ten times and the
device may have a malfunction. Try again later. Move the vehicle and
check the reception of the signal.
Models with color audio