2020 HONDA ODYSSEY Owner's Manual (in English)

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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio System
About Your Audio System ................ 264
USB Ports ......................................... 265
Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 266
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 267
Audio Remote Controls .................... 268
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 271
Audio/Information Screen ................ 272
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 276
Display Setup ................................... 277
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 278
Playing an iPod ................................ 280
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 283
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................. 286
Models with color audio system
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 289
Audio/Information Screen ................ 290
System Updates ............................... 304
File Manager .................................... 310
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 316
Display Setup ................................... 317
Voice Control Operation .................. 319
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 322
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio
*................. 326
Playing a CD*.................................. 336
Playing an iPod ................................ 339
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 342
Playing My Honda Music .................. 345
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 349
Models with Display AudioPlaying Social Playlist........................ 351
HondaLink ®..................................... 353
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 358
Near Field Communication (NFC)
*... 360
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 363
Apple CarPlay .................................. 364
Android Auto .................................. 367
Audio Error Messages ...................... 371
General Information on the Audio System.. 376Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System*... 400Customized Features........................ 448
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*.. 473
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® ..... 476, 501
CabinWatch
TM *.................................. 526
CabinTalkTM *...................................... 527
* Not available on all models
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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System
The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM ® Radio* service. It can also
play audio CDs*, WMA/MP3/AAC files*, USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone, iPad*
and Bluetooth ® devices.
You can operate the audi o system from the buttons
* and knobs on the panel, the
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the touchscreen interface*.
1About Your Audio System
iPod, iPad, iPhone and iT unes are trademarks of
Apple Inc.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
Video CDs, DVDs
*1, Blu-ray Discs*1, and 3-inch (8-cm)
mini CDs are not supported.
*1: Models with CD player
SiriusXM ® Radio
* is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM ® Radio*,
contact a dealer.
2 General Information on the Audio System
P. 376
SiriusXM ® Radio
* is available in the United States and
Canada, except Ha waii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM ®
* is a registered trademark of SiriusXM
Radio*, Inc.
After you set the power m ode to VEHICLE OFF, you
can use the audio system for up to 30 minutes per
driving cycle, or until opening the driver’s door.
However, whether you can continue using the audio
system depends on the batter y condition. Repeatedly
using this feature ma y drain the battery.
Models with Blu-rayTM or CD player
Models with Display AudioRemote Controls iPod
USB Flash Drive*1 : Models with color audio system
*2 : Models with Display Audio
*1
*2
* Not available on all models
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USB Ports
Install the iPod USB connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.
■In the consol e compartment
The USB port (1.0A) on the right side is for
playing audio files on a USB flash drive,
connecting a cell phone, and charging
devices.
The USB port (2.5A) on the left side is only for
charging devices.
The USB port (2.5A) on the right side is for
charging devices, playing audio files and
connecting compatible phones with Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto. u To prevent any potenti al issues, be sure
to use an Apple MFi Certified Lightning
Connector for Apple CarPlay, and for
Android Auto, the USB cables should be
certified by USB-IF to be compliant with
USB 2.0 Standard.
The USB port (2.5A) on the left side is only for
charging devices.
1 USB Ports
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•We recommend using an ex tension cable with the
USB port.
•Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.
•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.
•We recommend keeping y our data backed up
before using the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufac turer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.
The USB port can supply up to 1.0A/2.5A of power. It
does not output 1.0A/2.5A unless the device
requests.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that ne eds to be charged.
Set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON first.
Under certain condi tions, a device connected to the
port may generate noi se in the radio you are listening
to.
USB charge
Models
with color
audio
system
Models
with
Display
Audio
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
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uuAudio System uAuxiliary Input Jack
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Features
■On the back of the console
compartment*
The USB ports (2.5A) are only for charging
devices.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Use the jack to connect standard audio
devices.
1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the
input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.
u The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
1Auxiliary Input Jack
You can return to AUX mode by pressing the MEDIA
button.
You can return to AUX mode by selecting the audio
source icon on the audio/information screen.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace
the audio system.
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
* Not available on all models
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Features
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.
■Reactivating the audio system
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system powe r knob for more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reac tivated when the audio co ntrol unit establishes a
connection with the vehicl e control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a deal er and have the audio unit checked.
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uuAudio System uAudio Remote Controls
Features
Audio Remote Controls
Allow you to operate the au dio system while driving.
SOURCE Button
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:
FM1FM2 AM USB/iPod Bluetooth®
Audio AUX
(+/(- (Volume) Bar
Press
(+: To increase the volume.
Press
(-: To decrease the volume.
/ Buttons
• When listening to the radio
Press : To select the next preset radio station.
Press : To select the previous preset radio station.
Press and hold : To select the next strong station.
Press and hold : To select the previous strong station.
• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, or Bluetooth ® Audio
Press : To skip to the next song.
Press : To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.
• When listening to a USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio
Press and hold : To skip to the next folder.
Press and hold : To go back to the previous folder.
1Audio Remote Controls
Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions ma y not be operated.Models with color audio system
/
Buttons
SOURCE Button
(+/(-
Bar
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uuAudio System uAudio Remote Controls
Features
Allow you to operate the audio system whil e driving. The information is shown on
the driver information interface.
(+/(- (Volume) Bar
Press
(+: To increase the volume.
Press
(-: To decrease the volume.
1 Audio Remote Controls
Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions ma y not be operated.
Press the (back) button to go back to the
previous screen or cancel a command.
Press the (home) button to go back to the home
screen of the driver information interface.
You can show or hide the audio mode icons, or
change the order of the icons. 2 Show/Hide Apps P. 131
2 Arrange Apps P. 132Models with Display Audio
ENTER Button
(+/(-
Bar// /
Buttons34
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Features
/ / / /ENTER Buttons
• When selecting the audio mode
Press or to select Now Playing on the home screen of the driver
information interface, and then press the ENTER button.
Press or : To cycles through the audio modes as follows:
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay SiriusXM ®
*Rear Entertainment*AUX
Input AM Bluetooth ® AudioSocial Playlist FM My Honda Music USB/
iPod CD
*
• When listening to the radio
Press : To select the next preset radio station.
Press : To select the previous preset radio station.
• When listening to a CD
*, iPod, USB flash drive, My Honda Music, or Bluetooth ®
Audio
Press : To skip to the next song.
Press : To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.
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* Not available on all models
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