2017-2023 Honda Civic 4 Door Features -> Audio System Basic Operation (Display audio system ) User Manual

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Features -> Audio System Basic Operation (Display audio system ) for Your Honda Civic 4 Door 2017-2023

Audio System Basic Operation  
Models with Display Audio  
1Audio System Basic Operation  
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or  
Audio Menu Items  
ON (w*1  
.
2 Station List P. 316, 317  
2 Music Search List P. 322, 330  
2 Scan P. 317, 331  
(Home): Select to go to the home screen.  
2 Switching the Display P. 287  
(Day/Night) Button  
2 Play Mode P. 323, 331  
(Menu): Select to display available options  
including Sound, View Radio Text*2, Music  
Search, and playback modes.  
(Back): Select to go back to the previous  
screen when the icon is illuminated.  
(Home) Icon  
(Back) Icon  
(Menu) Icon  
(Day/Night) button: Press to change the  
audio/information screen brightness.  
Press the  
button once and select (- or  
(+ to make an adjustment.  
u Each time you press the  
button, the  
mode switches among the daytime  
mode, nighttime mode and off mode.  
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an  
ignition switch.  
*2: Displayed only when text information has been received.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
Audio/Information Screen  
Displays the audio status and wallpaper. From this display, you can go to various  
1Using the  
(display/information) button  
setup options.  
You can edit, add, and delete the contents shown on  
the driver information interface.  
2 Customizing the Meter P. 291  
Switching the Display  
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Using the  
(display/information) button  
(display/information) button to change the display.  
Press the  
Driver Information  
Interface  
(Display/Information) Button  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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Using the audio/information screen  
1Using the audio/information screen  
Touchscreen operation  
Home Screen  
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Use simple gestures - including touching, swiping  
and scrolling - to operate certain audio functions.  
Some items may be grayed out during driving to  
reduce the potential for distraction.  
You can select them when the vehicle is stopped or  
use voice commands*.  
Models without navigation system  
Wearing gloves may limit or prevent touchscreen  
response.  
Models with navigation system  
You can change the touchscreen sensitivity setting.  
2 Customized Features P. 359  
Select  
to go to the home screen.  
Select Phone, Info, Audio, Settings, Navigation*, App Centre*, aha*,  
Smartphone Connection (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto), TA, App List* /  
(APPS icon)*, or Instrument Panel (  
).  
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Phone  
Displays the HFT information.  
2 Hands-Free Telephone System P. 415  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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Info  
Displays Trip Computer or Clock/wallpaper. Select  
on the Info Menu screen  
to see all available options: Trip Computer, Voice info*, Clock/wallpaper and  
System/Device Information.  
Trip Computer:  
• Current Drive tab: Displays the current trip information.  
• History of Trip A tab: Displays information for the three previous drives. The  
information is stored every time you reset Trip A.  
To delete the history manually, select Delete history on the History of Trip A  
tab. The confirmation message appears on the screen, then select Yes.  
Voice info*: Displays a list of all voice commands.  
Clock/wallpaper: Displays the clock and wallpaper.  
System/Device Information:  
• System Info: Displays the software version of the audio system.  
• USB info: Displays the memory usage of the USB device.  
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Audio  
Displays the current audio information.  
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Settings  
Enters the customizing menu screen.  
2 Customized Features P. 359  
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Navigation*  
Displays the navigation screen.  
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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App Centre*  
Connects with your smartphone*1 to play personalised music, information, and  
social media streams.  
2 On Board Apps* P. 336  
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aha*  
Displays the AhaTM screen.  
2 Playing AhaTM* P. 328  
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Smartphone Connection  
Displays the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.  
2 Apple CarPlay P. 343  
2 Android Auto P. 346  
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TA  
Turns on and off the traffic information.  
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App List (  
)
Adds or removes apps or widgets on the home screen.  
2 Home Screen P. 297  
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Instrument Panel (  
)
Selects from three customizable settings for the driver information interface.  
*1: Available on specific phones only. Ask a dear for compatible phones for feature details.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout  
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1. Select  
.
2. Select and hold an icon.  
u The screen switches to the customization  
screen.  
3. Drag and drop the icon to where you want  
it to be.  
4. Select OK.  
u The screen will return to the home  
screen.  
1Customizing the Meter  
Customizing the Meter  
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You can store up to three customized configurations.  
To select or customize a configuration, select Swap  
Config..  
You can edit, add, or delete the meter contents on the driver information interface.  
1.  
When you select Swap Config. during  
customization, the settings you changed will be  
saved.  
2. Settings  
3. System  
4. Configuration of Instrument Panel  
When you select  
during customization, the  
settings you changed will not be saved and you will  
be returned to the Configuration of Instrument  
Panel screen.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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Editing order  
1Editing order  
To change the order of the icons on the driver information interface, first select:  
You can use an alternative method to change the  
order of the icons. First select:  
1. Edit Order  
1. Edit Order  
2. Select and hold the icon you want to move.  
3. Drag and drop the icon to where you want it to  
be.  
4. Select OK.  
uThe screen will return to the Configuration of  
Instrument Panel screen.  
Edit Order  
2. Select the icon you want to move.  
u You will see arrows on both sides of the  
selected icon.  
Select  
3. Select the left or right arrow repeatedly to  
move the icon to your desired position.  
4. Select OK.  
u The screen will return to the  
Configuration of Instrument Panel  
screen.  
Arrow icons  
OK  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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Adding contents  
1Adding contents  
You can add up to 10 contents on the driver information interface. To add contents,  
Icons that are grayed out cannot be selected.  
first select:  
If an icon has a plus mark in the upper-right corner, it  
means that the icon has already been added.  
1. Add  
Add  
2. Select an icon you want to add.  
u You will see a plus mark on the upper  
right hand corner of the selected icon.  
Select  
3. Select OK.  
u The screen will return to the  
Configuration of Instrument Panel  
screen.  
OK  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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Deleting contents  
1Deleting contents  
To delete contents on the driver information interface, first select:  
You can also delete contents by selecting:  
1. Delete or Edit Order  
1. Delete  
2. Select and hold an icon you want to delete.  
3. Drag and drop the icon to the trash icon.  
4. Select OK.  
uThe screen will return to the Configuration of  
Instrument Panel screen.  
Delete  
2. Select an icon you want to delete.  
u The icon with an X on the upper right  
hand corner can be deleted.  
Select  
3. Select OK.  
u The screen will return to the  
Configuration of Instrument Panel  
screen.  
OK  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
1Wallpaper Setup  
Wallpaper Setup  
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The wallpaper you set up on Clock/Wallpaper Type  
cannot be displayed on the driver information  
interface.  
You can change, store, and delete the wallpaper on the audio/information screen.  
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Import wallpaper  
•
When importing wallpaper files, the image must be  
in the USB flash drive’s root directory.  
Images in a folder cannot be imported.  
The file name must be fewer than 64 characters.  
The file format of the image that can be imported  
is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).  
You can import up to five images, one at a time, for wallpaper from a USB flash  
drive.  
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•
1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB  
port.  
2 USB Port(s) P. 253  
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The individual file size limit is 5 MB.  
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select Clock.  
4. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, then open  
the Wallpaper tab.  
5. Select Add New.  
The maximum image size is 4,096 × 4,096 pixels. If  
the image size is less than 800 × 480 pixels, the  
image is displayed in the middle of the screen with  
the extra area appearing in black.  
If the USB flash drive does not have any pictures,  
the No files detected. message appears.  
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u The picture name is displayed on the list.  
6. Select a desired picture.  
u The preview is displayed on the left side  
on the screen.  
7. Select Start Import to save the data.  
u The display will return to the wallpaper  
list.  
After changing the screen interface design, you can  
change the wallpaper by following procedure.  
1. Select  
2. Select  
.
.
3. Select and hold empty space on the home screen.  
The pop-up menu appears on the screen.  
4. Select Change wallpaper.  
5. Select Gallery, Live wallpapers, or Wallpapers.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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Select wallpaper  
1Wallpaper Setup  
1. Select Settings.  
2. Select Clock.  
From the pop-up menu, select Preview to see a  
preview at full-size screen.  
3. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, then open the Wallpaper tab.  
u The screen changes to the wallpaper list.  
4. Select a desired wallpaper.  
u The preview is displayed on the left side on the screen.  
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.  
5. Select Set.  
u The display will return to the wallpaper list.  
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To view wallpaper once it is set  
1. Select  
2. Select Info.  
3. Select  
4. Select Clock/wallpaper.  
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.
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Delete wallpaper  
1. Select Settings.  
2. Select Clock.  
3. Select Clock/Wallpaper Type, then open the Wallpaper tab.  
u The screen changes to the wallpaper list.  
4. Select a wallpaper that you want to delete.  
u The preview is displayed on the left side on the screen.  
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.  
5. Select Delete.  
To go back to the previous screen, select OK, or  
select  
.
When the file size is large, it takes a while to be  
previewed.  
u A confirmation message appears on the screen.  
6. Select Yes to delete completely.  
To delete all wallpapers you add, select Delete All,  
then Yes.  
u The display will return to the wallpaper list.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
1Home Screen  
Home Screen  
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The home screen has 5 pages (fixed). You cannot add  
any more pages.  
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To change to a next screen  
Select  
to go directly back to the first page of the  
home screen from any page.  
Swipe  
Icon  
Icon  
Current page position  
Selecting or , or swiping the screen left or right changes to the next screen.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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To use apps or widgets  
1To use apps or widgets  
1. Select  
2. Select  
3. Select App List ( ).  
.
Israeli, Turkish, and except Middle Eastern models  
You need to select to add or widget icons to the  
home screen.  
.
u The apps screen appears.  
4. Select the app or widget you want to use.  
Select and hold a selected app or widget to add that  
app’s or widget’s shortcut on the home screen.  
Preinstall app list:  
Pre-installed apps may not start up normally. If this  
occurs, you need to reset the system.  
2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 393  
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(Browser): Displays the web browser  
utilized by smartphone and Wi-Fi  
connection.  
If you perform Factory Data Reset, it may reset all  
the settings to their factory default.  
2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 393  
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(Calculator): Displays Calculator.  
(Gallery): Displays images.  
(Downloads): Displays the data  
downloaded from the web browser and so  
on.  
In case those apps still do not startup normally even  
after Factory Data Reset, contact your dealer.  
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•
(App installer): Allows you to install  
apps.  
(Search): Displays various retrieval  
screen.  
There is a possibility that a browser is shut down in  
the situation of the use. In that situation, the screen  
will return to before the browser startup.  
App List  
(
) Icon  
You can delete user installed apps by the following  
procedure.  
1. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select System.  
4. Select the Others tab.  
5. Select Detailed Information.  
6. Select an App that you want to delete.  
7. Select Delete.  
Pre-installed apps cannot be deleted.  
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1To add app or widget icons on the home screen  
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To add app or widget icons on the home screen  
App or widget icons can be added on the home screen.  
Israeli, Turkish, and except Middle Eastern models  
You need to select to add or widget icons to the  
home screen.  
1. Select  
2. Select  
.
.
3. Select and hold empty space on the home  
screen.  
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.  
4. Select Add App or Add Widget.  
u The apps/widget screen appears.  
Select and hold.  
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5. Select and hold an app or widget icon you  
want to add.  
u The screen switches to the customization  
screen.  
6. Drag and drop the icon to where you want  
it to be.  
Select and hold.  
7. Select OK.  
u The screen will return to the home  
screen.  
Drag and drop.  
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1To move icons on the home screen  
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To move icons on the home screen  
You can change location on the home screen.  
1. Select and hold an icon.  
You can also move the Phone, Info, Audio,  
Settings, Navigation*, App Centre*, aha*,  
Smartphone Connection, TA, App List ( ), and  
Instrument Panel icons in the same manner.  
u The screen switches to the customization  
(
)
screen.  
2. Drag and drop the icon to where you want  
it to be.  
3. Select OK.  
u The screen will return to the home  
screen.  
Select and hold.  
Drag and drop.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
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To remove icons on the home screen  
You can delete the icons on the home screen.  
1. Select and hold an icon.  
1To remove icons on the home screen  
You cannot delete the Phone, Info, Audio,  
Settings, Navigation*, App Centre*, aha*,  
Smartphone Connection, TA, App List ( ), and  
u The screen switches to the customization  
Instrument Panel  
(
) icons.  
screen.  
2. Drag and drop the icon you want to remove  
to the trash icon.  
u The icon is removed from the home  
screen.  
Apps or widgets will not be deleted by deleting the  
icon on the home screen.  
Select and hold.  
3. Select OK.  
u The screen will return to the home  
screen.  
Drag and drop to  
trash icon.  
* Not available on all models  
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To change the home screen wallpaper  
You can change a wallpaper of the home screen.  
1. Select and hold empty space on the home  
screen.  
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.  
2. Select Change wallpaper.  
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.  
3. Select an app for selecting wallpapers.  
4. Select the wallpaper you want to change.  
5. Select Set wallpaper.  
u The wallpaper is changed, then the  
screen will return to the home screen.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
Status Area  
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1. Swipe the upper area of the screen.  
u The status area appears.  
2. Select an item to see the details.  
3. Select  
close the area.  
or swipe up the bottom bar to  
Swipe  
Status Area  
Bar  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
1Changing the Screen Interface  
Changing the Screen Interface  
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After changing the screen interface design, you can  
change the wallpaper by following procedure.  
You can change the screen interface design.  
1. Select  
.
1. Select  
2. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
.
3. Select and hold empty space on the home screen.  
The pop-up menu appears on the screen.  
4. Select Change wallpaper.  
3. Select System.  
4. Select the Others tab.  
5. Select Change Skin.  
6. A confirmation message appears on the  
screen. Select Yes.  
5. Select Gallery, Live wallpapers, or Wallpapers.  
If you change the screen interface, some of the  
setting items will change.  
2 Customized Features P. 359  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
1Menu Customize  
Menu Customize  
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You can also use the method below to change menu  
icon:  
Select Settings System Home tab Menu Icon  
Position  
You can change menu icons on the right side of the Audio, Phone, and Info screen.  
1. Select and hold menu icon.  
Menu Icons  
Select and hold  
To change  
Menu Icon  
2. Select  
or  
icon, then Audio, Phone,  
or Info from Menu Customize.  
3. Select and hold the menu icon you want to  
change, then drag and drop the icon to the  
bottom.  
Drag and drop  
To add  
4. Select and hold the menu icon you want to  
add, then drag and drop the icon above.  
5. Select OK.  
Drag and drop  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen  
1Closing Apps  
Closing Apps  
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If you have a number of apps running in the  
background and something goes wrong with the  
audio system, some of those apps may not work  
properly. If this happens, close all the apps and re-  
launch the app/apps that you want to use.  
You can close specific apps running in the background on the system.  
1. Select and hold  
2. Select the Active tab.  
.
u If you select the Active/History tab, you  
can close the apps that are currently  
running and delete the app activity  
history simultaneously.  
To close all apps on the system, select Clear All, then  
Yes.  
3. Select an app you want to close.  
4. Select Clear.  
You cannot close the AhaTM* and Garmin* apps.  
u The display will return to the app list.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAdjusting the Sound  
Adjusting the Sound  
1. Select  
2. Select Audio.  
3. Select  
.
1Adjusting the Sound  
The SVC has four modes: Off, Low, Mid, and High.  
SVC adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle  
speed. As you go faster, audio volume increases. As  
you slow down, audio volume decreases.  
.
4. Select Sound.  
Select a tab from the following choices:  
• BAS-MID-TRE: Bass, Middle, Treble  
• FAD-BAL*/FAD-BAL-SUBW*: Fader,  
Balance, Subwoofer*  
• SVC*/SVC∙Neural*: Speed Volume  
Compensation, DTS Neural SoundTM*  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuDisplay Setup  
Display Setup  
You can change the brightness or colour theme of the audio/information screen.  
1Changing the Screen Brightness  
Changing the Screen Brightness  
■
You can change the Contrast and Black Level  
settings in the same manner.  
1. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select System.  
4. Select the Display tab.  
5. Select Display Settings.  
6. Select the setting you want.  
7. Select OK.  
Changing the Screen’s Colour Theme  
■
1. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select System.  
4. Select the Display tab.  
5. Select Background Colour.  
6. Select the setting you want.  
7. Select OK.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuDisplay Setup  
1Selecting an Audio Source  
Selecting an Audio Source  
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If you startup preinstalled audio apps,  
displayed on the screen.  
These preinstalled apps cannot be displayed on the  
source select screen.  
is  
Select the source icon.  
Source Select Screen  
You can startup those audio apps from  
.
When you are using the AhaTM screen and you want  
to select another source, select AUDIO on the upper  
left of the screen. The source select screen will  
appear. Select the source you want.  
Source List Icons  
Select the current source icon, then select an icon on the source list to switch the  
audio source.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation*1  
European models with navigation system  
Voice Control Operation*1  
Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation.  
1Voice Control Operation*1  
When you press the  
button, a helpful prompt asks  
The voice control system uses the  
the steering wheel and a microphone near the map lights in the ceiling.  
(Talk) and  
(hang-up/back) buttons on  
what you would like to do. Press and release the  
button again to bypass this prompt and give a  
command.  
1Voice Recognition  
Voice Recognition  
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The voice control system can only be used from the  
driver’s seat because the microphone unit removes  
noises from the front passenger’s side.  
To achieve optimum voice recognition when using the voice control system:  
• Make sure the correct screen is displayed for the voice command that you are  
using.  
• Close the windows and sunroof*.  
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents so air does not blow onto the microphone in  
the ceiling.  
• Speak clearly in a natural speaking voice without pausing between words.  
• Reduce any background noise if possible. The system may misinterpret your  
command if more than one person is speaking at the same time.  
*1: Language that the voice control system recognizes are English, German, French, Spanish,  
and Italian.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation*1  
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Phone Call  
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Audio  
Voice Portal Screen*  
■
This can be only used when the phone is  
When the system recognizes the Audio  
connected. When the system recognizes the command, the screen will change to the  
Phone call command, the screen will  
change to the voice recognition screen for  
phone commands.  
audio voice recognition screen.  
• Audio On*1  
• Audio Off*1  
• Radio FM  
• Dial by Number  
• Call History  
• Redial  
• Radio MW  
• Radio LW  
• Call <Your Contact Name>  
• Call <Phone Number>  
Phone Call commands are not available if  
using Apple CarPlay.  
• iPod  
• USB  
• Other Sources  
When the  
(Talk) button is pressed,  
available voice commands appear on the  
screen.  
For a complete list of commands, say “Voice  
Help” after the beep or select Voice Help.  
■
Navigation  
The screen changes to the navigation  
This can be only used when the iPod or USB screen.  
■
Music Search  
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual  
device is connected.  
You can see the list of commands in Voice  
Info on the Info Menu screen. Select Info,  
■
Climate Control  
■ Voice Setting  
The screen changes to the Voice Recog.  
tab on the System Settings screen.  
then select  
.
When the system recognizes the Climate  
Control command, the screen will change  
the dedicated screen to the climate control  
voice recognition screen.  
The system only recognizes the commands  
on the following pages, at certain screens.  
Free form voice commands are not  
recognized.  
2 Climate Control Commands P. 314  
*1: These commands toggle the function on and  
off, so the command may not match your  
intended action.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation*1  
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Voice Help  
■ USB Commands  
• USB play  
• USB play track <1-30>  
• Music Search  
• What album is this?  
• What am I listening to?  
Audio Commands  
■
You can see a list of the available  
commands on the screen.  
• Useful Commands  
• Phone Commands  
• Audio Commands  
• On Screen Commands  
• Music Search Commands  
• General Commands  
The system accepts these commands on the  
dedicated screen for the voice recognition  
of the audio.  
■
Radio FM Commands  
• Radio tune to <87.5-108.0> FM  
• Radio FM preset <1-12>  
■
DAB Commands  
• DAB preset <1-12>  
• Climate Control Commands  
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Radio LW Commands  
■
Bluetooth® audio Commands  
• Radio tune to <153-279> LW  
• Radio LW preset <1-6>  
• Bluetooth® audio play  
NOTE:  
Useful Commands  
■
The system accepts these commands on the  
voice portal top screen.  
• Call <Phone Number>  
• Call <Your contact Name>  
• What time is it?  
Bluetooth® Audio commands may not work  
on some phones or Bluetooth® Audio  
devices.  
■
Radio MW Commands  
• Radio tune to <531-1602> MW  
• Radio MW preset <1-6>  
■
HDMITM Commands  
• HDMI Play  
• What is today’s date?  
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iPod Commands  
• iPod play  
• iPod play track <1-30>  
• Music Search  
• What album is this?  
• What am I listening to?  
Phone Commands  
■
The system accepts these commands on the  
dedicated screen for the voice recognition  
of the phone.  
• Call by number  
• Call by name  
• Call <Phone Number>  
• Call <Your contact Name>  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation*1  
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Play Commands  
On Screen Commands  
Climate Control Commands  
■
■
• Play artist <Name>  
• Play track/song <Name>  
• Play album <Name>  
• Play genre/category <Name>  
• Play playlist <Name>  
• Play composer <Name>  
When On Screen Commands is selected,  
the explanation screen is displayed.  
• Climate control on*1  
• Climate control off*1  
• Fan speed <1-7>  
• Temperature max heat  
• Temperature max cool  
• Temperature <18-32> degrees  
• Defrost On*1  
Music Search Commands  
■
The system accepts these commands on the  
Music Search screen.  
■
List Commands  
• Defrost Off*1  
• List artist <Name>  
• List album <Name>  
• List genre/category <Name>  
• List playlist <Name>  
• List composer <Name>  
■
Using Song By Voice  
• Air Conditioner On*1  
• Air Conditioner Off*1  
• More  
Song By VoiceTM is a feature that allows you  
to select music from your iPod or USB device  
using Voice Commands. To activate this  
• Vent  
• Dash and floor  
• Fan speed up  
• Fan speed down  
• Floor vents  
• Floor and Defrost  
• Temperature up  
• Temperature down  
mode, you must press the  
(Talk) button  
and say: “Music search”.  
General Commands  
■
■
Song By Voice Commands  
• What time is it?  
• What is today’s date?  
• What am I listening to?  
• Who am I listening to?  
• Who is this?  
• What’s playing?  
• Who’s playing?  
• What album is this?  
*1: These commands toggle the function on and  
off, so the command may not match your  
intended action.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio  
Playing AM/FM Radio  
Driver Information Interface  
Audio/Information Screen  
/AUDIO (Power/Audio) Icon  
Select to turn the audio system  
on and off.  
Open/Close Icon*1  
Displays/hides the detailed  
information.  
VOL (Volume) Icons  
Select to adjust the volume.  
(Menu) Icon  
Seek Icons  
Select to display the menu items.  
Select  
or  
to search the  
selected band up or down for a  
station with a strong signal.  
(Back) Icon  
Select to go back to the previous display.  
Scan Icon  
Preset Icons  
Tune the preset radio frequency. Select and hold the  
Select to scan each station with a strong signal.  
preset icon to store that station. Select  
preset 7 onwards.  
to display  
Tune Icons  
Select  
or  
to tune the radio frequency.  
*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio  
1Preset Memory  
Preset Memory  
■
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating  
stereo FM broadcasts.  
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.  
To store a station:  
1. Tune to the selected station.  
2. Select and hold the preset number for the station you want to store.  
Switching the Audio Mode  
Press the  
select SOURCE on the screen.  
2 Audio Remote Controls P. 257  
3 4  
or button on the steering wheel or  
You can also store a preset station by the following procedure.  
1. Tune to the selected station.  
2. Select the open/close icon to display a list.  
3. Select the Preset tab.  
Middle Eastern except Israeli and Turkish models  
You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into  
preset memory.  
4. Select and hold the preset number for the station you want to store.  
Station List  
■
Israeli, Turkish, and except Middle Eastern models  
You can store 12 AM stations and 12 FM stations into  
preset memory. AM has two types of frequencies LW  
and MW, and each lets you store six stations.  
Lists the strongest stations on the selected band.  
1. Select the open/close icon to display a list.  
2. Select the Station List tab.  
3. Select the station.  
■
Manual update  
Updates your available station list at any time.  
1. Select the open/close icon to display a list.  
2. Select the Station List tab.  
3. Select Refresh.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio  
Scan  
■
Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds. To turn  
off scan, select Cancel or  
.
1Radio Data System (RDS)*  
Radio Data System (RDS)*  
■
When you select an RDS-capable FM station, the RDS  
automatically turns on, and the frequency display  
changes to the station name. However, when the  
signals of that station become weak, the display  
changes from the station name to the frequency.  
Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station.  
■
To find an RDS station from Station List  
1. Select the open/close icon to display a list while listening to an FM station.  
2. Select the Station List tab.  
3. Select the station.  
■
Manual update  
Updates your available station list at any time.  
1. Select the open/close icon to display a list while listening to an FM station.  
2. Select the Station List tab.  
3. Select Refresh.  
■
Radio text  
Displays the radio text information of the selected RDS station.  
1. Select  
2. Select View Radio Text.  
.
■
Scan  
Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds.  
To turn off scan, select Cancel or  
* Not available on all models  
.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)*  
Playing DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)*  
Driver Information Interface  
Audio/Information Screen  
/AUDIO (Power/Audio) Icon  
Select to turn the audio system  
on and off.  
VOL (Volume) Icons  
Select to adjust the volume.  
Open/Close Icon*1  
Displays/hides the detailed  
information.  
(Menu) Icon  
Select to display the menu items.  
Service Icons  
Select  
service component.  
or  
to tune the  
(Back) Icon  
Select to go back to the previous display.  
Scan Icon  
Preset Icons  
Tune the preset frequency. Select and hold the preset  
Select to scan each receivable ensemble or service.  
Ensemble Icons  
Select  
Select and hold  
icon to store that station. Select  
onwards.  
to display preset 7  
or  
to tune the ensemble.  
or to search the selected service up to down for an  
ensemble until an receivable ensemble is found.  
*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)*  
1Preset Memory  
Preset Memory  
■
Switching the Audio Mode  
To store a service:  
1. Tune to the selected service.  
Press the  
3 4  
or button on the steering wheel or  
select SOURCE on the screen.  
2. Select and hold the preset number for the service you want to store.  
2 Audio Remote Controls P. 257  
You can store 12 DAB stations into preset memory.  
You can also store a preset service by the following procedure.  
1. Tune to the selected service.  
2. Select the open/close icon to display a list.  
3. Select the Preset tab.  
4. Select and hold the preset number for the service you want to store.  
Ensemble List  
■
Lists the receivable ensembles on the selected service.  
1. Select the open/close icon to display a list.  
2. Select the Ensemble List tab.  
3. Select the ensemble.  
■
Manual update  
Updates your available ensemble list at any time.  
1. Select the open/close icon to display a list.  
2. Select the Ensemble List tab.  
3. Select Update List.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting)*  
Scan  
■
Samples each of the receivable ensemble or service on the selected service for 10  
seconds.  
1. Select Scan.  
2. Select Scan Ensemble or Scan Service.  
To turn off scan, select Cancel Scan.  
Radio text  
■
Displays the radio text information of the selected DAB station.  
1. Select  
2. Select View Radio Text.  
.
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod  
Playing an iPod  
Connect the iPod using your USB connector to the USB port, then select the iPod  
mode.  
2 USB Port(s) P. 253  
Driver Information Interface  
/AUDIO (Power/Audio) Icon  
Select to turn the audio system  
on and off.  
Audio/Information Screen  
VOL (Volume) Icons  
Select to adjust the volume.  
Open/Close Icon*1  
Displays/hides the detailed  
information.  
(Menu) Icon  
Select to display the menu items.  
Song Icons  
(Back) Icon  
Select  
or  
to change songs.  
Select to go back to the previous  
display.  
Cover Art  
Select and hold to move rapidly  
within a song.  
Play/Pause Icon  
*1:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.  
Continued  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod  
1Playing an iPod  
How to Select a Song from the Music Search List  
■
Available operating functions vary on models or  
versions. Some functions may not be available on the  
vehicle’s audio system.  
1. Select  
and select Music Search.  
If there is a problem, you may see an error message  
on the audio/information screen.  
2 iPod/USB Flash Drive P. 350  
If you operate any music 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.  
Category  
Selection  
Reconnect the device if necessary.  
2. Select the items on that menu.  
If an iPhone is connected via Apple CarPlay, the iPod/  
USB source is unavailable and audio files on the  
phone can only be played within Apple CarPlay.  
Item Selection  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod  
1How to Select a Play Mode  
How to Select a Play Mode  
■
Play Mode Menu Items  
You can select shuffle and repeat modes when playing a file.  
Select a play mode.  
Shuffle All Songs: Plays all available files in a  
selected list (playlists, artists, albums, songs,  
podcasts, genres, composers, or audiobooks) in  
random order.  
Shuffle Albums: Plays all available albums in a  
selected list (playlists, artists, albums, songs,  
podcasts, genres, composers, or audiobooks) in  
random order.  
Repeat: Repeats the current track.  
■
To turn off a play mode  
Select the mode you want to turn off.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSong By VoiceTM (SBV)*  
Song By VoiceTM (SBV)*  
Use SBV to search for and play music from your USB flash drive or iPod using voice  
commands.  
1Song By VoiceTM (SBV)*  
Setting options:  
•
On (factory default): Song By VoiceTM commands  
are available.  
■
To enable SBV  
•
Off: Disable the feature.  
1. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select System.  
4. Select the Voice Recog. tab.  
5. Select Song by Voice.  
6. Select On or Off.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSong By VoiceTM (SBV)*  
■
Searching for music using SBV  
1Searching for music using SBV  
Song By VoiceTM Commands List  
2 Song By Voice Commands P. 314  
1. Set the Song by Voice setting to On.  
2. Press the (Talk) button and say “Music  
Search” to activate the SBV feature for the  
USB flash drive and iPod.  
3. Then, say a next command.  
u Example 1: Say “(List) ‘Artist A’” to view a  
list of songs by that artist. Select the  
desired song to start playing.  
u Example 2: Say “Play ‘Artist A’” to start  
playing songs by that artist.  
NOTE:  
Song By VoiceTM commands are available for tracks  
stored on the USB flash drive or iPod.  
You can add phonetic modifications of difficult  
words so that it is easier for SBV to recognize artists,  
songs, albums, and composers in voice commands.  
2 Phonetic Modification P. 326  
4. To cancel SBV, press the  
back) button on the steering wheel. The  
selected song continues playing.  
(hang-up/  
SBV is not available when using Apple CarPlay. Use  
Siri Eyes Free instead.  
Once you have cancelled this mode, you need  
to press the  
button and say “Music Search”  
again to re-activate this mode.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSong By VoiceTM (SBV)*  
1Phonetic Modification  
Phonetic Modification  
■
Song by Voice Phonetic Modification function is  
not available when Song by Voice is set to Off.  
Add phonetic modifications of difficult or foreign 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.  
You can store up to 2,000 phonetic modification  
items.  
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.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSong By VoiceTM (SBV)*  
8. Select the item to modify (e.g., Artist).  
u The list of the selected item appears on  
the screen.  
9. Select an entry to modify.  
u The pop-up menu appears on the  
screen.  
u To listen to the current phonetic  
modification, select Play.  
u To delete the current phonetic  
modification, select Delete.  
10. Select Modify.  
11. Select the phonetic spelling you want to  
use (e.g., “Artist A”) when prompted.  
12. Select OK.  
u The artist “No Name” is phonetically  
modified to “Artist A.” When in the SBV  
mode, you can press the  
(Talk)  
button and use the voice command  
“Play ‘Artist A’” to play songs by the  
artist “No Name.”  
327  
uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AhaTM  
*
Playing AhaTM  
*
AhaTM can be displayed and operated on the audio/information screen when your  
smartphone is connected to the audio system by Wi-Fi.  
2 Wi-Fi Connection P. 340  
1Playing AhaTM  
*
AhaTM by Harman is a cloud-based service that  
organizes your favorite web content into live radio  
stations. You can access podcasts, internet radio,  
location-based services, and audio updates from  
social media sites.  
Available operating functions vary on software  
versions. Some functions may not be available on the  
vehicle’s audio system.  
Driver Information  
Interface  
The menu items vary depending on the station you  
selected.  
Audio/Information Screen  
/AUDIO (Power/  
Audio) Icon  
Select to turn the  
audio system on and  
off.  
You must have a previously set up AhaTM account  
prior to using the service in your vehicle. Visit  
www.aharadio.com for more information.  
You want to select another source, select AUDIO on  
the upper left of the screen. The source select screen  
will appear. Select the source you want.  
VOL (Volume) Icons  
Select to adjust the  
volume.  
If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay or  
Android Auto, AhaTM can only be accessed when the  
phone is connected through Wi-Fi.  
(Back) Icon  
Select to go back to the previous display.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive  
Playing a USB Flash Drive  
Your audio system reads and plays sound and videos files on a USB flash drive in  
either MP3, WMA, AAC*1, WAV, or MP4 format.  
Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then select the USB mode.  
2 USB Port(s) P. 253  
Driver Information Interface  
/AUDIO (Power/Audio) Icon  
Select to turn the audio system on  
and off.  
Audio/Information Screen  
VOL (Volume) Icons  
Select to adjust the volume.  
Open/Close Icon*2  
Displays/hides the detailed  
information.  
(Menu) Icon  
Select to display the menu items.  
(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.  
Folder Icons  
Select  
to skip to the next folder, and  
to skip to the beginning of the previous folder.  
*1:Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this unit.  
*2:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.  
Continued  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive  
1Playing a USB Flash Drive  
How to Select a File from the Music Search List  
■
Use the recommended USB flash drives.  
2 General Information on the Audio System  
P. 353  
1. Select  
and select Music Search.  
WMA files protected by digital 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.  
2. Select Music or Movie.  
2 iPod/USB Flash Drive P. 350  
Folder Selection  
3. Select a folder.  
Track Selection  
4. Select a track.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a USB Flash Drive  
1How to Select a Play Mode  
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 sampling of all files  
in the current folder.  
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  
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.  
■
Random/Repeat  
Select a play mode.  
When playing a video file:  
Play/Pause: Plays or pauses the file.  
Stop: Stops the file.  
■
To turn off a play mode  
To turn off Scan, select or Cancel.  
To turn off random or repeat, select the mode again.  
331  
   
uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth® Audio  
Playing Bluetooth® Audio  
Your audio system allows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth-compatible  
1Playing Bluetooth® Audio  
phone.  
Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming  
audio capabilities are compatible, ask a dealer.  
This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s  
Hands-Free Telephone (HFT) system.  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
It may be illegal to perform some data device  
functions while driving.  
Only one phone can be used with HFT at a time.  
When there are more than two paired phones in the  
vehicle, the first paired phone the system finds is  
automatically connected.  
Driver Information  
Interface  
Audio/  
The connected phone for Bluetooth® Audio can be  
different.  
Information  
Screen  
Bluetooth  
/AUDIO (Power/  
Audio) Icon  
Select to turn the  
audio system on and  
off.  
If more than one phone is paired to the HFT system,  
there may be a delay before the system begins to  
play.  
Indicator  
Appears when  
your phone is  
connected to  
HFT.  
VOL (Volume)  
Icons  
Select to adjust  
the volume.  
In some cases, the name of the artist, album, or track  
may not appear correctly.  
Open/Close  
Icon*1  
Some functions may not be available on some  
devices.  
Displays/hides  
the detailed  
information.  
(Menu) Icon  
Select to display  
the menu items.  
If a phone is currently connected via Apple CarPlay or  
Android Auto, Bluetooth® Audio from that phone is  
unavailable. However, a second previously paired  
phone can stream Bluetooth® Audio by selecting  
(Back) Icon  
Select to go back to the  
previous display.  
Track Icons  
Select  
Group Icons  
or  
to change tracks.  
Connect  
from the Bluetooth Device List screen.  
Play Icon  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
Select  
or  
to change group.  
Pause Icon  
*1:Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, some or all of the lists may not  
be displayed.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth® Audio  
1To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files  
To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files  
■
To play the audio files, you may need to operate your  
phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s operating  
instructions.  
1. Make sure that your phone is paired and  
connected to the system.  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
Switching to another mode pauses the music playing  
from your phone.  
2. Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.  
If the phone is not recognized, another HFT-  
compatible phone, which is not compatible  
for Bluetooth® Audio, may already be  
connected.  
You can change the connected phone in the  
Bluetooth® settings on the Audio Menu screen by  
the following procedure.  
1. Select  
.
2. Select Setting.  
■
To pause or resume a file  
Select the play icon or pause icon.  
1Searching for Music  
Searching for Music  
■
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,  
some or all of the lists may not be displayed.  
1. Select  
2. Select Music Search.  
.
3. Select a search category (e.g., Albums).  
4. Select an item.  
u The selection begins playing.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a Video Using the HDMITM  
Playing a Video Using the HDMITM  
Your audio system allows you to play videos from an HDMI-compatible device.  
Connect the device, using an HDMITM cable, then select the HDMITM mode.  
2 HDMITM Port* P. 255  
Driver Information Interface  
/AUDIO (Power/Audio) Icon  
Select to turn the audio system  
on and off.  
Audio/Information Screen  
VOL (Volume) Icons  
Select to adjust the volume.  
(Menu) Icon  
Select to display the menu items.  
(Back) Icon  
Select to go back to the previous display.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying a Video Using the HDMITM  
1Playing a Video Using the HDMITM  
Changing the Screen Aspect  
■
This feature is limited while driving. To play videos,  
stop your vehicle and apply the parking brake.  
1. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select Audio.  
4. Select the Video tab.  
5. Select Aspect Ratio Adjustment.  
6. Select the setting you want.  
7. Select OK.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuOn Board Apps*  
On Board Apps*  
1On Board Apps*  
Honda Connect has the capability of On Board Apps which may be created by  
Honda or by 3rd parties. Apps may be already installed or can be downloaded  
through Honda App Centre. Some Apps require internet access which can be  
established by Wi-Fi Connection.  
Even if you change Background Colour on the  
System Settings screen, it will not be reflected on  
the Honda App Centre screen.  
2 Wi-Fi Connection P. 340  
Please visit the below web address for further information:  
https://ivhs.os.ixonos.com/honda/category/carApps.html  
App Centre Icon  
Honda App Centre provides  
access to a variety of App  
related services.  
• Using the Display Audio system while driving can take your attention away from the road, causing a crash in which you could be  
seriously injured or killed. Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you to safely do so. Please always adhere to the  
laws of the territory when operating this device.  
• Applications on the head unit are subject to change at anytime. This may mean that they are not available or operate differently. Honda  
shall not be liable to you in such instances.  
• Applications available on the device may be provided by parties other than Honda to which 3rd party software licences and charges may  
apply.  
• Data usage and roaming charges may result in using applications on the device in conjunction with your mobile phone and Honda is  
not liable for any costs you might incur from such use. Honda recommends you consult your mobile phone network provider in advance.  
• Downloading applications from the Honda App Centre will be subject to Terms and Conditions which can be found at:  
https://ivhs.os.ixonos.com/honda/category/carApps.html, and may also incur charges.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSmartphone Connection  
1Smartphone Connection  
Smartphone Connection  
Some of your smartphone apps can be displayed and operated on the audio/  
information screen when the phone is connected to the audio system. You can  
connect your phone using a cable, or wirelessly.  
Park in a safe place before connecting your phone  
and while operating the displayed apps.  
2 Connecting Your iPhone P. 338  
2 Connecting Your Smartphone P. 339  
2 Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time) P. 340  
Not all phones are compatible with the system. The  
system does not display all the available apps on your  
smartphone, and some apps need to be preinstalled.  
Ask a dealer for details.  
To use smartphone connection, you need to first pair your smartphone to the audio  
system via Bluetooth®.  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
You need to switch the Bluetooth® connection to  
your smartphone if another electronic device is  
connected.  
2 To change the currently paired phone  
P. 423  
Driver  
Information  
Interface  
The following may vary by phone type:  
•
•
•
How to connect a smartphone to the system.  
Apps that can be operated on the screen.  
Display response time/update time.  
Audio/  
Information  
Screen  
/AUDIO (Power/Audio)  
We do not support every app operation on the audio  
Icon  
system.  
(Menu) Icon  
Select to display the menu items.  
Select to turn the audio  
system on and off.  
Ask the app provider for any queries on the app’s  
features.  
Arrow  
Do not get drawn into the display while operating a  
vehicle.  
VOL (Volume) Icons  
Select to adjust the  
volume.  
(Back) Icon  
Select to go back to  
the previous display.  
Continued  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSmartphone Connection  
1Connecting Your iPhone  
Connecting Your iPhone  
■
Make sure to plug in the digital AV adapter to the  
HDMITM port first. If not, smartphone connection may  
not work properly.  
1. Connect your phone to the audio system  
via Bluetooth®.  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
To recharge your phone, connect it to the USB port,  
too.  
2. Plug in the digital AV adapter to the  
HDMITM port.  
3. Connect the digital AV adapter to your  
iPhone.  
u Wait until an arrow appears on the home  
screen.  
Contact a dealer for the digital AV adapter or HDMITM  
purchasing information.  
4. Select the arrow to display the available  
smartphone apps on the audio/information  
screen.  
u You may need to operate from the  
phone.  
USB Cable  
5. Select an app you want to operate from the  
audio/information screen.  
u To go back to the previous screen, select  
.
HDMI Cable  
Digital AV Adapter  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSmartphone Connection  
1Connecting Your Smartphone  
Connecting Your Smartphone  
■
The phone is rechargeable while being connected to  
the USB jack. However, if the phone is overloaded  
with many operational tasks, the battery level may  
get lowered.  
1. Connect your phone to the audio system  
via Bluetooth®.  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
2. Plug in your phone to the USB jack.  
u You may need to operate from the  
phone.  
u Wait until an arrow appears on the home  
screen.  
3. Select the arrow to display the available  
smartphone apps on the audio/information  
screen.  
4. Select an app you want to operate from the  
audio/information screen.  
u To go back to the previous screen, select  
.
USB Cable  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuWi-Fi Connection  
Wi-Fi Connection  
You can connect the Display Audio to the Internet using Wi-Fi and browse websites  
or use online services on the audio/information screen. If your phone has wireless  
hotspot capabilities, the system can be tethered to the phone. Use the following  
steps to setup.  
1Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)  
Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)  
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You cannot go through the setting procedure while a  
vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to setup the  
Wi-Fi connection.  
1. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select Bluetooth / Wi-Fi.  
4. Select the Wi-Fi tab.  
5. Select Wi-Fi On/Off Status, then On.  
6. Select Wi-Fi Device List.  
Some mobile phone carriers charge for tethering and  
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data  
subscription package.  
u Make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is  
in access point (tethering) mode.  
u Select the phone you want to connect to  
the system.  
u If you do not find the phone you want to  
connect in the list, select Scan.  
Check your phone manual to find out if the phone  
has Wi-Fi connectivity.  
You can confirm whether Wi-Fi connection is on or  
off with the  
icon on the Wi-Fi Device List  
screen. Network speed will not be displayed on this  
screen.  
7. Select Add.  
u If needed, enter a password for your  
phone and select OK.  
u When the connection is successful, the  
icon is displayed on the top of the  
screen.  
8. Select  
to go back to the home screen.  
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1Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)  
Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)  
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iPhone users  
Make sure your phone's Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.  
You may need to go through an initial setup for Wi-  
Fi connection again after you boot your phone.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuSiri Eyes Free  
Siri Eyes Free  
You can talk to Siri using the  
(Talk) button on the steering wheel when your  
1Siri Eyes Free  
iPhone is paired to the Hands-Free Telephone (HFT) system.  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.  
Check Apple Inc. website for features available for  
Siri.  
We recommend against using Siri other than in Siri  
Eyes Free while operating a vehicle.  
1Using Siri Eyes Free  
Using Siri Eyes Free  
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Some commands work only on specific phone  
features or apps.  
(Hang-up/back) Button  
Press to deactivate Siri Eyes Free.  
Appears  
when Siri is  
activated in  
Siri Eyes Free  
While in Siri Eyes Free:  
The display remains the same.  
No feedback or commands  
appear.  
(Talk) Button  
Press and hold until the display  
changes as shown.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay  
Apple CarPlay  
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the 1.5A USB  
port, 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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1Apple CarPlay  
Only iPhone 5 or newer versions 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.  
Apple CarPlay Menu  
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Home screen  
Apple CarPlay menu screen  
To use Apple CarPlay, connect the USB cable to the  
1.5A USB port. The USB port located in the centre  
console storage will not enable Apple CarPlay  
operation.  
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: Go back to the  
home screen  
To directly access the Apple CarPlay phone function,  
select 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 the Hands-  
Free Telephone system, turn Apple CarPlay OFF or  
detach the USB cable from your iPhone.  
Apple CarPlay icon  
Go back to the Apple  
CarPlay menu screen  
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Phone  
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Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voice mail.  
When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is  
not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio or Hands-  
Free Telephone system. However, other previously  
paired phones can stream audio via Bluetooth® while  
Apple CarPlay is connected.  
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Messages  
Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.  
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Music  
2 Phone Setup P. 422  
Play music stored on your iPhone.  
For details on countries and regions where Apple  
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining  
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.  
Continued  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay  
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Maps  
1Apple CarPlay  
Display Apple CarPlay map and use the navigation function just as you would on  
your iPhone.  
Apple CarPlay Operating Requirements &  
Limitations  
Apple CarPlay requires a compatible iPhone with an  
active cellular connection and data plan. Your  
carrier’s rate plans will apply.  
Models with navigation system  
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 cancelled, and the system you are  
currently using will direct you to your destination.  
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 provide any warranty or  
guarantee of future Apple CarPlay performance or  
functionality.  
Setting Up Apple CarPlay  
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After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the 1.5A 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 information on the Display Audio Screen.  
It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are  
compatible with Apple CarPlay. Refer to the Apple  
homepage for information on compatible apps.  
1Setting Up Apple CarPlay  
You can also use the method below to set up Apple  
CarPlay:  
Select HOME Settings Smartphone Apple  
CarPlay  
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Enabling Apple CarPlay  
Enable once: Allows only once. (Prompt  
shows again next time.)  
Always enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt  
does not show again.)  
Use of user and vehicle information  
The use and handling of user and vehicle information  
transmitted to/from your iPhone by Apple CarPlay is  
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and  
Apple’s Privacy Policy.  
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.  
You may change the consent settings under  
the Smartphone settings menu.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuApple CarPlay  
1Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri Eyes Free  
Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri Eyes Free  
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Below are examples of questions and commands for  
Siri Eyes Free.  
Press and hold the  
(talk) button to activate Siri Eyes Free.  
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•
•
•
•
What movies are playing today?  
Call dad at work.  
What song is this?  
How’s the weather tomorrow?  
Read my latest email.  
For more information, please visit  
www.apple.com/ios/siri.  
(Talk) button:  
Press and hold to activate Siri Eyes Free.  
Press again to deactivate Siri Eyes Free.  
Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto  
Android Auto  
When you connect an Android phone to the Display Audio system via the 1.5A 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 tutorial while safely parked before using  
Android Auto.  
2 USB Port(s) P. 253  
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.  
2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 348  
Park in a safe place before connecting your Android  
phone to Android Auto and when launching any  
compatible apps.  
NOTE:  
Android Auto may not be available in your country or region. For details about  
Android Auto, please refer to the Google support site.  
To use Android Auto, connect the USB cable to the  
1.5A USB port. The USB port in the centre console  
storage will not enable Android Auto operation.  
2 USB Port(s) P. 253  
To directly access the Android Auto phone function,  
select Phone on the home screen.  
2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 348  
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. 422  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto  
1Android Auto  
Android Auto Menu  
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For details on countries and regions where Android  
Auto is available, as well as information pertaining to  
function, refer to the Android Auto homepage.  
6
Android Auto Operating Requirements &  
Limitations  
Android Auto requires a compatible Android phone  
with an active cellular connection and data plan.  
Your carrier’s rate plans will apply.  
: Go back to  
the home screen  
Android Auto icon  
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,  
and other technology integral to providing Android  
Auto functionality, as well as new or revised  
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or  
cessation of Android Auto functionality and services.  
Honda cannot and does not provide any warranty or  
guarantee of future Android Auto performance or  
functionality.  
a Maps (Navigation)  
Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your  
Android phone. When the vehicle is in motion, it is not possible to make keyboard  
entries. Stop the vehicle in a safe location to undertake a search or provide other  
inputs.  
Models with navigation system  
Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Android Auto) can give  
directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior  
destination set on the other system will be cancelled, and the system you are  
currently using will direct you to your destination.  
The audio/Information screen shows you turn-by turn driving directions to your  
destination.  
It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are  
compatible with Android Auto. Refer to the Android  
Auto homepage for information on compatible apps.  
b Phone (Communication)  
Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail.  
c Google Now (Home screen)  
Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that appear  
just when they’re needed.  
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto  
d Music and audio  
Play Google Play Music and 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.  
Auto Pairing Connection  
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When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the 1.5A USB port, Android  
Auto is automatically initiated.  
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Enabling Android Auto  
1Enabling Android Auto  
Enable once: Allows only once. (Prompt  
shows again next time.)  
Always enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt  
does not show again.)  
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 instruction manual that came  
with your phone.  
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.  
You can use the method below to change Android  
Auto settings after you have completed the initial  
setup:  
You may change the consent settings under  
the Smartphone settings menu.  
Select HOME Settings Smartphone Android  
Auto  
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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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAndroid Auto  
1Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition  
Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition  
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Below are examples of commands you can give with  
voice recognition:  
Press and hold the  
(talk) button to operate Android Auto with your voice.  
•
•
•
•
•
•
Reply to text.  
Call my wife.  
Navigate to Honda.  
Play my music.  
Send a text message to my wife.  
Call flower shop.  
For more information, please refer to the Android  
Auto homepage.  
You can also activate the voice recognition function  
by pressing the  
the screen.  
icon in the upper-right corner of  
(Talk) button:  
Press and hold to operate Android Auto with your voice.  
Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.  
(Hang-up/back) button:  
Press to deactivate voice recognition.  
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