Acura NSX (2017 year). Manual - part 14

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Audio System Basic Operation

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

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Features

1. Make sure that your phone is paired and 

connected to the system.

2 Phone Setup P. 266

2. Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.

If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-
compatible phone, which is not compatible 
for Bluetooth® Audio, may already be 
connected.

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To pause or resume a file

Select the play icon or pause icon.

1. Select .
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search category (e.g., Albums).
4. Select an item.

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The selection begins playing.

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To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

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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.

Switching to another mode pauses the music playing 
from your phone.

You can change the connected phone in the 
Bluetooth® settings on the Audio menu screen by 
the following procedure.
1. Select .
2. Select Setting.

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Searching for Music

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Searching for Music

Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, 
some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

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Wi-Fi Connection

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Features

Wi-Fi Connection

You can connect the audio system 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.

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 Network List.

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Make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is 
in access point (tethering) mode.

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Select the phone you want to connect to 
the system.

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If you do not find the phone you want to 
connect in the list, select Scan.

7. Select Connect.

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If needed, enter a password for your 
phone and select OK.

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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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Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)

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Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)

You cannot go through the setting procedure while a 
vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to setup the 
Wi-Fi connection.

Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and 
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data 
subscription package.

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 Wi-Fi Network List. 

Network speed will not be displayed on this screen.

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Wi-Fi Connection

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Features

Make sure your phone's Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.

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Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

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Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

You may need to go through an initial setup for Wi-
Fi connection again after you boot your phone.

iPhone users

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Siri Eyes Free

Features

Siri Eyes Free

You can talk to Siri using the 

 (Talk) button on the steering wheel when your 

iPhone is paired to the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

2 Phone Setup P. 266

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Using Siri Eyes Free

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Siri Eyes Free

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 mode while operating a vehicle.

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Using Siri Eyes Free

Some commands work only on specific phone 
features or apps.

 (Talk) Button

Press and hold until the display changes as shown.

 (Hang-up/back) Button

Press to deactivate Siri Eyes Free.

While in Siri Eyes Free:
The display remains the same. 
No feedback or commands 
appear.

Appears 
when Siri is 
activated in 
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Apple CarPlay

Features

Apple CarPlay

If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via USB, 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.

2 USB Ports P. 163

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Phone

Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voice mail.

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Messages

Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.

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Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

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Apple CarPlay Menu

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Apple 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.

To use Apple CarPlay, connect the USB cable to the 
USB port located in the console compartment. The 
USB port located in the glove box will not enable 
Apple CarPlay operation.

2 USB Ports P. 163

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 
HandsFreeLink, turn Apple CarPlay OFF or detach the 
USB cable from your iPhone.

2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay P. 217

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.

2 Phone Setup P. 266

For details on countries and regions where Apple 
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining 
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.

Home screen

Apple CarPlay 
icon

Apple CarPlay menu screen

Go back to the Apple 
CarPlay menu screen

Go back to the 
home screen

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Apple CarPlay

Features

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Maps

Display Apple CarPlay map and use the navigation function just as you would on 
your iPhone.

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay) can give 
directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior 
destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are 
currently using will direct you to your destination.

After you have connected your iPhone to the system via USB, 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 audio/information screen.

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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.)
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

You may change the consent settings under 
the Smartphone settings menu.

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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Apple CarPlay

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.

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. 
Acura cannot and does not provide any warranty or 
guarantee of future Apple CarPlay performance or 
functionality.

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.

Models with navigation system

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

You can also use the method below to set up Apple 
CarPlay:
Select Settings

Smartphone

Apple 

CarPlay

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.

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

Press and hold the talk button to activate Siri Eyes Free.

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri Eyes Free

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri Eyes Free

Below are examples of questions and commands for 
Siri Eyes Free.

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What movies are playing today?

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Call dad at work.

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What song is this?

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How’s the weather tomorrow?

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Read my latest email.

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Find a table for four tonight in Chicago.

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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Android Auto

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Features

Android Auto

When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via USB, 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.

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2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 221

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Android 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 on your phone while 
connected to Android Auto.

Park in a safe place before connecting your Android 
phone to Android Auto and when launching any 
compatible apps.

To use Android Auto, connect the USB cable to the 
USB port located in the console compartment. The 
USB port in the glove box will not enable Android 
Auto operation.

2 USB Ports P. 163

To directly access the Android Auto phone function, 
select Phone on the home screen.

2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 221

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. 266

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Android Auto

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Features

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 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.

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 canceled, 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.

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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Android Auto Menu

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Android Auto

For details on countries and regions where Android 
Auto is available, as well as information pertaining to 
function, refer to the Android Auto homepage.

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.

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. 
Acura cannot and does not provide any warranty or 
guarantee of future Android Auto performance or 
functionality.

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.

: Go back to 

the home screen

Android Auto icon

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Android Auto

Features

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.

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 Voice

Operate Android Auto with your voice.

When you connect an Android phone to the unit via USB, Android Auto is 
automatically initiated.

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Enabling Android Auto

Enable once: Allows only once. (Prompt 
shows again next time.)
Always enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt 
does not show again.)
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

You may change the consent settings under 
the Smartphone settings menu.

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Auto Pairing Connection

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Enabling Android Auto

Only initialize Android Auto when you are 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.

You can use the method below to change Android 
Auto settings after you have completed the initial 
setup:
Select 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 Google’s Privacy Policy.

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Features

Press and hold the talk button to operate Android Auto with your voice.

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Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

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Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

Below are examples of commands you can give with 
voice recognition:

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Reply to text.

•

Call my wife.

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Navigate to Acura.

•

Play my music.

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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 

 icon in the upper-right corner of 

the screen.

 (Talk) button:

Press and hold to operate Android Auto with your voice.
Press again to deactivate voice recognition.
Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.

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Audio Error Messages

iPod/USB Flash Drive

If an error occurs while playing an iPod or USB flash drive, you may see the following 
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact an authorized Acura 
NSX dealer.

Error Message

Solution

USB Error

Appears when there is a problem with the audio system. Check if the device is 
compatible with the audio system.

The connected USB device has a problem.
See Owner’s Manual

Appears when an incompatible device is connected. Disconnect the device. Then turn 
the audio system off, and turn it on again. Do not reconnect the device that caused the 
error.

Unsupported Version

Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. If it appears when a supported iPod 
is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version.

Connect Retry

Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. Reconnect the iPod.

Unplayable File

Appears when the files in the USB flash drive are copyright protected or an unsupported 
format. This error message appears for about three seconds, then plays the next song.

No Data

Appears when the iPod is empty.

Appears when the USB flash drive is empty or there are no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in 
the USB flash drive.

Check that compatible files are stored on the device.

Unsupported

Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported 
device is connected, reconnect the device.

iPod

USB flash drive

iPod and USB flash drive

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Pandora®

Features

Pandora®

If an error occurs while playing Pandora®, you may see the following error messages. 
If you cannot clear the error message, contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer.

Error Message

Solution

To begin listening, select a station from the Stations list.

Appears when there is no station list on the device. Use the device 
to create a station.

Unable to rate track. Please try again.
Skip limit reached.

Appears when you try to skip a song or select Like/Dislike over 
the predetermined number of times in an hour.

Unable to play Pandora. Please try again later.
Unable to retrieve a track explanation. Please try again later.
Unable to create bookmark. Please try again later.

Appears when the commanded operation fails. Try again later.

No Data

Appears when no data is available with Pandora® activated. 
Reboot the app and reconnect the device.

Pandora App version is not supported

Appears when Pandora® version is not supported. Update 
Pandora® to the latest version.

Unable to complete the operation. Please try again later.

Appears when the Pandora® server is in maintenance. Try again 
later.

Unable to connect Pandora. When stopped, check your 
mobile phone

Appears when Pandora® is unable to play music. Check your 
device.

Unable to connect Pandora. When stopped, check your 
mobile phone

Appears when Pandora® app is not installed on your device. Install 
Pandora® app to your device.

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Android/Apps

Features

Android/Apps

If an error occurs while using the audio system or apps, you may see the following 
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact an authorized Acura 
NSX dealer.

*1:****part is variable characters, and will change depending upon where an error 

occurs.

Error Message

*1

Solution

Unfortunately, **** has 
stopped.

Error has occurred within app, select OK on the screen to close the app.

**** is not responding. 
Would you like to close it?

App is not responding.
Select Wait if you can wait for a response from app a little longer. If it does not respond even if you keep 
waiting, select OK to close the app and start it up. If the error message continues, perform Factory Data 
Reset.

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General Information on the Audio System

SiriusXM® Radio Service

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1. You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID on 

the screen, select Channel 0.

2. Have your radio ID ready, and either call SiriusXM® or visit the SiriusXM® website 

to subscribe.

Switch to the SiriusXM® mode by using the SOURCE button on the steering wheel, 
or through the audio/information screen, and stay in this mode for about 30 
minutes until the service is activated. Make sure your vehicle is in an open area with 
good reception.

Channel Not Subscribed:
You are not subscribed to the channel selected.
Subscription Update:
SiriusXM® radio is receiving information update from the network.
Channel Not Available:
No such channel exists, or the artist or title information is unavailable.
No Signal:
The signal is too weak in the current location.
Antenna Disconnected:
The SiriusXM® antenna is disconnected. Contact an authorized Acura NSX dealer.

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Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio

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Receiving SiriusXM® Radio

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SiriusXM® Radio Display Messages

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Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio

Contact Information for SiriusXM® Radio:

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U.S.: SiriusXM® Radio at www.siriusxm.com or 1-
800-852-9696

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Canada: SiriusXM® Canada at www.siriusxm.ca, or 
1-877-209-0079

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Receiving SiriusXM® Radio

The SiriusXM® satellites are in orbit over the equator; 
therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause 
satellite reception interruptions. Satellite signals are 
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and 
mountains the farther north you travel from the 
equator.

You may experience reception problems under the 
following circumstances:

•

In a location with an obstruction to the south of 
your vehicle.

•

In tunnels

•

On the lower level of a multi-tiered road

•

Large items carried on the roof rack

* Not available on all models

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Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

Features

Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

• A USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher is recommended.
• Some digital audio players may not be compatible.
• Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work.
• Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
• Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC formats may be unsupported.

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iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility

Model

iPod (5th generation)

iPod classic 80GB/160GB (launch in 2007)

iPod classic 120GB (launch in 2008)
iPod classic 160GB (launch in 2009)

iPod nano (1st to 7th generation) released between 2005 and 2012

iPod touch (1st to 5th generation) released between 2007 and 2012

iPhone 3G/iPhone 3GS/iPhone 4/iPhone 4S/iPhone 5/iPhone 5c/iPhone 5s/iPhone 

6/iPhone 6s/iPhone 6 Plus/iPhone 6s Plus

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USB Flash Drives

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iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility

This system may not work with all software versions 
of these devices.

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USB Flash Drives

Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored 
order. This order may be different from the order 
displayed on your PC or device.

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