Features -> Audio System for Your Honda Hr-V SUV 2020

Features  
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.  
Models with display audio system  
Audio System  
Wi-Fi Connection..................................309  
Siri® Eyes Free.......................................311  
Apple CarPlayTM....................................312  
Android AutoTM ....................................316  
Audio Error Messages...........................323  
General Information on the Audio System ..... 329  
Models with color audio system  
Customized Features.............................345  
Models with display audio system  
Customized Features.............................352  
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver*.......367  
Models with color audio system  
About Your Audio System.................... 228  
USB Port(s)........................................... 229  
Audio System Theft Protection ............. 230  
Audio Remote Controls........................ 231  
Audio System Basic Operation ............ 255  
Audio/Information Screen.................... 256  
Adjusting the Sound............................ 271  
Display Setup....................................... 272  
Voice Control Operation...................... 274  
Playing AM/FM Radio........................... 278  
Playing SiriusXM® Radio* ..................... 282  
Playing an iPod .................................... 290  
Song By VoiceTM (SBV).......................... 293  
Playing Pandora® ................................. 297  
Playing a USB Flash Drive ..................... 299  
Playing Bluetooth® Audio..................... 302  
HondaLink® ......................................... 304  
Models with color audio system  
Audio System Basic Operation............. 234  
Audio/Information Screen .................... 235  
Adjusting the Sound ............................ 239  
Display Setup ....................................... 240  
Playing AM/FM Radio........................... 241  
Playing a CD ........................................ 243  
Playing an iPod..................................... 246  
Playing a USB Flash Drive...................... 249  
Playing Bluetooth® Audio..................... 252  
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................370  
Models with display audio system  
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................393  
* Not available on all models  
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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 and  
Bluetooth® devices.  
1About Your Audio System  
Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not  
supported.  
iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.  
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, the  
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the touchscreen interface*.  
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of  
handheld electronic devices while operating a  
vehicle.  
SiriusXM® Radio* is available on a subscription basis  
only. For more information on SiriusXM® Radio*,  
contact a dealer.  
iPod  
2 General Information on the Audio System  
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USB  
Flash  
Drive  
SiriusXM® Radio* is available in the United States and  
Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.  
USB Port*1, *2  
USB Port*1  
Remote Controls  
SiriusXM®* is a registered trademark of SiriusXM  
Radio, Inc.  
*1:Models with display audio system  
*2:Models with color audio system  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuUSB Port(s)  
USB Port(s)  
1. Open the cover.  
1USB Port(s)  
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2. Install the iPod USB connector or the USB  
flash drive to the USB port.  
u The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio  
files on a USB flash drive, connecting a  
cellular phone and charging devices.  
Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the  
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may  
damage it.  
We recommend using an extension 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.  
u The USB port (1.5 A)* is for charging  
devices, playing audio files and  
connecting compatible phones with  
Apple CarPlayTM or Android AutoTM.  
We recommend your 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 manufacturer’s instructions  
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.  
USB charge  
The USB port can supply up to 1.0A/1.5A* of power.  
It does not output 1.0A/1.5A unless the device  
requests. For amperage details, read the operating  
manual of the device that needs to be charged.  
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q or ON  
(w*1 first.  
Under certain conditions, a device connected to the  
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening  
to.  
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuAudio System Theft Protection  
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. Turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1.  
2. Turn on the audio system.  
3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.  
u The audio system is reactivated when the audio control unit establishes a  
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize  
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.  
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an  
ignition switch.  
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uuAudio SystemuAudio Remote Controls  
Audio Remote Controls  
Allow you to operate the audio system while driving.  
1Audio Remote Controls  
SOURCE Button  
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:  
Some modes appear only when an appropriate  
device or medium is used.  
Button  
Button  
Button  
Models with color audio system  
FMAMCDUSBiPod  
Bluetooth® Audio  
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,  
some functions may not be operated.  
SOURCE  
Button  
Models with display audio system  
Button  
(Menu)  
FMAMSirius XM®*USBiPod  
Bluetooth® AudioPandora®*Apps/Apple  
CarPlayTM/Android AutoTM  
Button*  
(Volume) Buttons  
Press : To increase the volume.  
Press : To decrease the volume.  
Button  
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 radio station.  
Press and hold : To select the previous strong radio station.  
When listening to the SiriusXM® radio*  
Press : To select the next preset radio station.  
Press : To select the previous preset radio station.  
Press and hold : To select the next channel.  
Press and hold : To select the previous channel.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuAudio Remote Controls  
When listening to a CD*, 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 CD* or USB flash drive  
Press and hold : To skip to the next folder.  
Press and hold : To go back to the previous folder.  
When listening to a Bluetooth® Audio  
Press and hold : To go to the group up.*1  
Press and hold : To go to the group down.*1  
When listening to Internet radio*  
Press : To skip to the next song.  
Press and hold : To select the next station.  
Press and hold : To select the previous station.  
*1: Available on specific phones only.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuAudio Remote Controls  
Models with display audio system  
1Audio Remote Controls  
The  
Steering Wheel  
(Menu) Button  
button is available only when the audio  
mode is FM, AM, USB, iPod, Pandora®*, or  
Bluetooth® Audio.  
When listening to the radio  
Press  
: To display the menu items. You can select Scan, Save Preset, or  
Seek.  
When listening to the SiriusXM® radio*  
Press  
: To display the menu items. You can select Scan, Save Preset,  
Channel, or Category.  
When listening to a USB flash drive  
Press  
: To display the menu items. You can select Scan, Repeat, or Random.  
When listening to an iPod  
Press  
: To display the menu items. You can select Repeat or Shuffle.  
When listening to a Bluetooth® Audio  
Press  
: To display the menu items. You can select Pause or Play.  
When listening to a Pandora®*  
Press  
: To display the menu items. You can select Bookmark, or Play/Pause.  
* Not available on all models  
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