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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying an iPod
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Features
1. Select Browse .
2. Select a search catego ry (e.g., Artists,
Albums, etc.).
3. Continue making selections until you find
the song of your choice.
■How to Select a Song from the Music Search List1Playing an iPod
Available operating functi ons vary on models or
versions. Some functions ma y not be available on the
vehicle’s audio system.
If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the audio/information screen. 2 iPod/USB Flash Drive P. 327
If you operate the musi c app on your iPhone/iPod
while the phone is connected to the audio system,
you may no longer be able to operate the same app
on the audio/information screen.
Reconnect the devi ce if necessary.
If an iPhone is connected vi a Apple CarPlay, the iPod/
USB source will be unavailable and audio files on the
phone will be playable onl y within Apple CarPlay.

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying a USB Flash Drive
Features
Playing a USB Flash Drive
Your audio system reads and plays audio f iles on a USB flash drive in either MP3,
WMA, AAC*1, FLAC, or WAV format.
Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port(s), then select the USB mode.
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*1:Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this unit.
(Back) Button
Press to go back to the previous
display.
Track Icons
Select or to change files.
Select and hold to move rapidly within a track.
VOL/ AUDIO (Volume/Power) Knob
Push to turn the audio system on and off.
Turn to adjust the volume.
Audio/Information Screen
Play/Pause Icon
Seek Bu
tt

ons
Press or to change files.
Select and hold to move rapidly
within a track.
Random Icon
Select to play all files in the
current category in random
order. Sound Icon
Select to disp lay the sound
settings.
Browse Icon
Select to display the menu items.
Repeat Icon
Select to repeat the current file.
Selector knob
Turn to change files.
Press and turn to select an item,
then press to set your selection.

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying a USB Flash Drive
Features
1. Select Browse .
2. Select a search catego ry (e.g., Artists,
Albums, etc.).
3. Continue making selections until you find
the song of your choice.
■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 The selected file cannot
be played , then skips to the next file.
If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the audio/information screen. 2 iPod/USB Flash Drive P. 327

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Features
You can select repeat and random modes when playing a file.
■Random/Repeat
Select random or repeat icon repeatedly until
a desired 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
Random
Random off: Random mode to off.
Random All Tracks: Plays all files in random
order.
Random in Folder: Plays all files in the current
folder in random order.
Repeat Repeat off: Repeat mode to off.
Repeat track: Repeats the current folder.
Repeat all: Repeats the all songs.

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
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Features
Apple CarPlay
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatib le iPhone to the system via the USB port
in the center pocket or wirelessly*, you can use the audio/information screen,
instead of the iPhone display, to make a phone call, listen to music, view maps
(navigation), and access messages.
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■Phone
Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voicemail.
■Messages
Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.
■Apple CarPlay Menu
1 Apple CarPlay
Only iPhone 5 or newer versi ons with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.
We recommend using the latest OS.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible
apps.
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.
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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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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.
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 Dashboard screen
: Go back to the Apple
CarPlay menu screen
Select the Honda icon
to go back to the
home screen
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the front USB port or
wirelessly*, 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, an d status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay
experience. You will n eed to consent to the sharing of this information on the audio/
information screen.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlay1 Setting Up Apple CarPlay
Only initialize Apple CarPlay when you are safely
parked.
When Apple CarPlay first detects your iPhone, you
will need to set up your iPhone. Refer to the
instruction manual that came with your iPhone.
You can also use the method below to set up Apple
CarPlay:
Select HOME  Settings  Smartphone Connection
 Apple CarPlay  Select device
Select HOME  Settings  Connections 
Smartphone Connection  Apple CarPlay 
Select device
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.
Models with wire less Apple CarPlay
and wireless Android Auto
Models without wireless Apple CarPlay
and wireless Android Auto
* Not available on all models

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Features
1. Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.
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uThe confirmation screen will be displayed.
2. Select Yes.
u If you do not allow this consent, select No.
You may change the consent settings under the Connections
*1/Smartphone
Connection*2 settings menu.
■Connect Apple CarPlay wirele ssly on the home screen
1. Press the button.
2. Select Smartphone Connection .
3. Select + Connect New Device.
4. Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system.
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5.Select Yes.
u If your iPhone asks for permission to accept an Apple CarPlay connection,
accept to connect.
*1 : Models without wireless Apple Ca rPlay and wireless Android Auto
*2 : Models with wireless Apple Ca rPlay and wireless Android Auto
■Connecting Apple CarPlay Using the USB Cable to the USB
Port
■Connect Apple CarPlay Wirelessly*1 Connect Apple CarPlay Wirelessly*
Wireless Apple CarP lay and AT&T Hotspot cannot be
used at the same time. When using Apple CarPlay
and AT&T Hotspot at the same time, connect to
Apple CarPlay wi th a USB cable.
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid Auto
Features
Android Auto
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the front USB port or
wirelessly*, 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 w ill 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 while your phone is
connected to Android Auto.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto and when launching any
compatible apps.
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. 379
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.
* Not available on all models