Honda e (2021 year). Manual in english

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Display Audio

Basic Operation

Features

(Screen Switch) Icon:

Switches the apps shown on the centre screen and

assistant screen.

Switching the Screen

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(Recent) Icon:

Displays the app history list.

Displaying the App History

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(Back) Icon:

Goes back to the previous screen.

Status Icons:

Shows the indicators of the information for the vehicle, connected

phones, etc. in the header area.

Status Area

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Search Station:

Searches a charging station.

See the Navigation System Manual

VOL Knob:

Turns to adjust the volume.

(Power/Audio) Button:

Turns the audio system on and off.

(Brightness) Button:

Changes the screen brightness.

Display Setup

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(Home) Button:

Goes to the home screen.

All Apps:

Displays the all apps.

Safety Config:

Turns the safety functions on and off.

Driver Assist System On and Off

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Shortcut Icon:

Displays the shortcut icons.

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Features

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On the front panel (

)

The USB port (2.5A) on the front panel is for
charging devices, playing audio files and
connecting compatible phones with Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto.

To prevent any potential issues, be sure
to use an Apple MFi Certified Lightning
Connector for Apple CarPlay, and for
Android Auto, the USB cables should be
certified by USB-IF to be compliant with
USB 2.0 Standard.

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On the front panel (

)

The USB port (2.5A) on the front panel is only
for charging devices.

You cannot play music even if you have
connected music players to it.

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On the back of the console
compartment

These USB ports (2.5A) are only for charging
devices.

You cannot play music even if you have
connected music players to them.

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USB Ports

USB Ports

•

Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.

•

We recommend that you use a USB cable if you are
attaching a USB flash drive to the USB port.

•

Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.

•

Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.

•

We recommend backing up your data before using
the device in your vehicle.

•

Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.

The USB port can supply up to 2.5A of power. It does
not output 2.5A unless requested by the device.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that needs to be charged.

Under certain conditions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening
to.

USB charge

On the front panel

Only for charging devices

Playing audio files and
connecting compatible phones

On the back of the console
compartment

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Features

Install the HDMI

cable to the HDMI

port.

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HDMI

Port

HDMI

Port

•

Do not leave the HDMI

connected device in the

vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.

•

We recommend backing up your data before using
the device in your vehicle.

•

Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.

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Display Audio

Basic Operation

Features

Allow you to operate the audio system while
driving. The information is shown on the
driver information interface.

VOL

(

/VOL

(

(Volume) Buttons

Press VOL

(

To increase the volume.

Press VOL

(

To decrease the volume.

Left Selector Wheel

•

When selecting the audio mode

Press the

(home) button, then roll up or down to select

(audio) on the driver

information interface, and then press the left selector wheel.

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Audio Remote Controls

Audio Remote Controls

Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.

Depending on the

Bluetooth

device you connect,

some functions may not be available.

Press the

(back) button for the driver

information interface to go back to the previous
screen or cancel a command.

Press the

(home) button to go back to the home

screen of the driver information interface.

VOL

(

VOL

(

(Volume) Buttons

Left Selector Wheel

(Home) Button

(Seek/Skip) Buttons

(Back) Button

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Basic Operation

Features

Roll up or down:

To cycle through the audio modes, roll up or down and then press the left selector
wheel:
FM/DAB/iPod/USB/Apple CarPlay/Android Auto/

Bluetooth

Audio/HDMI

Depending on a connected device, the displayed modes may be changed.

(Seek/Skip) Buttons

•

When listening to the radio

Press :

To select the next preset radio station.

Press :

To select the previous preset radio station.

Press and hold

To select the next strong station.

Press and hold

To select the previous strong station.

•

When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive,

Bluetooth

Audio, or Smartphone

Connection

Depending on a connected device, operations may be changed.

Press :

To skip to the next song.

Press :

To go back to the previous song.

•

When listening to a 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 an iPod:

Press and hold

To skip to the next song.

Press and hold

To go back to the previous song.

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On-Board Owner’s Manual

Features

On-Board Owner’s Manual

You can view the content of the owner's manual on the Display Audio. This function
is linked to Honda Personal Assistant.

Honda Personal Assistant

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Select

All Apps

Select

Owner's manual

When you can install or update the owner's manual, the notification will be sent
automatically.

To update:

Tap the notification.

The version screen will display.

Select items to be updated.

Tap

Update

If you unselect an item on the version screen, you will not receive any notifications
for it.

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Open the Owner’s Manual

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Install/Update the Owner's Manual

On-Board Owner’s Manual

This function does not cover all languages available
for the Display Audio.

Changing the language of the Display Audio will also
change the language of the owner's manual. If the
owner's manual is not available or installed in that
language, the owner's manual will default to English.

Install/Update the Owner's Manual

There may be differences in the displayed content
depending on the version of the owner’s manual.

If the owner's manual is not installed yet, you can
install it via Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi Connection

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If you install the owner's manual in a new language,
the owner's manual you previously downloaded will
be removed.

For languages except English, Germany, French,
Italian and Spanish

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Honda Personal Assistant

Features

Honda Personal Assistant

This is a voice-controlled personal assistant that can set navigation destinations and
control music playback, as well as share weather information and give guidance on
vehicle use.

Say “

OK, Honda

” and Honda Personal Assistant will activate. Then make a request

such as “

I want to go to the nearest restaurant.

” You can also activate it by tapping

the Personal Assistant icon on the audio/information screen.

Changes the Honda Personal Assistant settings.

Select

Personal Assistant

Select

Options

Select an option.

•

Honda Personal Assistant: ON

OFF

The assistant can be deactivated.

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Wake Word (OK Honda): ON

OFF

Launch the Assistant.

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Language: English

German

Spanish

French

Italian

Change the Honda Personal Assistant language.

•

Fuel type: E10

SP95/Unleaded

SP98/Super

Set the type of petrol to be displayed in the petrol station search results.

•

Example Phrases

Display example phrases that Honda Personal Assistant can recognise.

*1: Default Setting

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Using Honda Personal Assistant

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Settings

Honda Personal Assistant

The function may not work in some countries. Ask a
dealer for details.

If the audio system language is changed to a
compatible one, the assistant language will
automatically change as well.

Changing the assistant language will not change the
audio system language.

When you press the

(talk) button on the steering

wheel while Honda Personal Assistant is activated on
the centre screen, it recognises your voice.

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Voice Control Operation

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Features

Voice Control Operation

Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation.

The voice control system uses the

(talk) and

(back) buttons on the steering

wheel and a microphone near the map lights on the ceiling.

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.
The system recognises only certain commands.
Available voice commands.

Voice Portal Screen

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•

Close the windows.

•

Adjust the dashboard and side vents so air does not blow onto the microphone
on the ceiling.

•

Speak clearly in a clear, 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: Languages that the voice control system recognises are English, German, French, Spanish,
and Italian.

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Voice Recognition

Voice Control Operation

When you press the

button, a helpful prompt asks

what you would like to do. Press and release the

button again to bypass this prompt and give a
command.

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Voice Control Operation

Features

When the

(talk) button is pressed,

available voice commands appear on the
screen.
For a complete list of commands, say

“Help”

after the beep.

Depending on the selected mode, the
displayed commands are different on the
voice portal screen. The commands
recognised are the same regardless of
which screen is selected.
Normal Mode: A list of example commands
is displayed to quickly complete your
desired function.
Assist Mode: A list of basic commands is
displayed to guide you step by step through
the voice menu.

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Voice Portal Screen

You can change the mode on the

General

Settings

screen.

Voice Control

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The system only recognises the commands
on the following pages, at certain screens.
Free form voice commands are not
recognised.

When the voice portal screen is displayed, it
will change to the top screen of each
function by using the global commands.

•

Music Search

•

Navigation

•

Phone

•

OK Honda

This can be only used when the phone is
connected. When the system recognises the
Phone command, the screen will change
the dedicated screen for the voice
recognition of the phone.

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General Commands

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Phone Commands

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Phone Commands

•

Call <name>

•

Call <number>

The system recognises an only contact
name in the stored phonebook of your
phone. If full name is registered in first
name field, the system will recognise the
first name and last name as one contact
name.

Phone commands are not available if using
Apple CarPlay.

When the system recognises the Audio
command, the screen will change the
dedicated screen for the voice recognition
of the audio.

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FM Commands

•

Tune to <FM frequency>

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Audio Commands

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Features

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iPod Commands

•

List Album <name>

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List Artist <name>

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List Genre <name>

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List Playlist <name>

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Play <artist> <album>

•

Play

•

Play Album <name>

•

Play Artist <name>

•

Play Genre <name>

•

Play Music <text:media_combo>

•

Play Playlist <name>

•

Play Song <name>

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USB Commands

•

List Album <name>

•

List Artist <name>

•

List Playlist <name>

•

Play <artist> <album>

•

Play

•

Play Album <name>

•

Play Artist <name>

•

Play Music <text:media_combo>

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Play Playlist <name>

•

Play Song <name>

The screen changes to the navigation
screen.

Refer to the Navigation System Manual

The screen changes to the Honda Personal
Assistant screen.

Honda Personal Assistant

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Honda Personal Assistant Commands

•

OK, Honda

•

Voice Help

•

Cancel

•

Back

Voice Help are readout voice guidance for
Help on current screen.

•

Previous

•

Next

•

Yes

•

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Navigation Commands

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Honda Personal Assistant

Commands

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Standard Commands

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List Commands

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Audio/Information Screen

Features

Audio/Information Screen

Displays the audio status and images are input from the outside on the centre screen
and assistant screen. From these screens, you can go to various setup options.

Audio/Information Screen

Touchscreen Operation

•

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 use voice commands.

•

Wearing gloves may limit or prevent touchscreen
response.

You can change the touchscreen sensitivity setting.

System

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(Screen Switch) Icon

(Recent) Icon

Centre Screen

Assistant Screen

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Audio/Information Screen

Features

Select

to switch the apps shown on the centre screen and assistant screen.

Select

to display the app history.

To close the app, swipe it upward.

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Switching the Screen

Switching the Screen

Some apps are displayed only on the centre screen.

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Displaying the App History

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Features

App shortcut icons are displayed on the centre screen and assistant screen. You can
change the icons to be displayed and location of them.

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To change/move app shortcut icons on the shortcut area

You can change the displayed icons and location of the icons on the shortcut area.

Select and hold an icon.

The screen switches to the customization screen.

Drag and drop the icon to where you want it to be.

Selecting or , swiping the customization screen left or right changes to the
next screen.

Select

Done

It will return to the previous screen.

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App Shortcut Function

App Shortcut Function

Select

Tips

to show tips. To hide them, touch the tips

screen.

If there is a blank area on the shortcut area, you can
add an icon to be displayed. If so, press and hold the
blank area to switch the customization screen.

Pre-installed apps may not start up normally. If this

occurs, select

(recent) and swipe the apps which

cannot start up upward to close it, then re-start the
apps.
In case those apps still do not start up normally, you
need to turn the power mode to VEHICLE OFF and set
the power mode to ON again.

Displaying the App History

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If you perform

Factory Data Reset

, it may reset all

the settings to their factory default.

Defaulting All the Settings

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In case those apps still do not start up normally even
after

Factory Data Reset

, contact your dealer.

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Audio/Information Screen

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Features

Shows the indicators of the information for the vehicle, connected phones, etc. in
the header area. You can confirm the detail information by selecting these icons.

Select the system status icon.

The status area appears.

Select an item to see the details.

Select

or the system status icon to close

the area.

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Status Area

System Status Icon

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Features

You can change, store, and delete the wallpaper on the audio/information screen.

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Import wallpaper

Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port.

USB Ports

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Select

General Settings

Select

Display

Select

Wallpaper

Select

Add More

The image of the pictures stored in the USB flash drive are displayed on the list.

Select a desired picture to import.

Multiple pictures can be selected at the same time.

Select

The selected pictures are displayed.

Select

Transfer

It will return to the wallpaper setting screen.

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Wallpaper Setup

Wallpaper Setup

The wallpaper you set up on

Wallpaper

cannot be

displayed on the driver information interface.

•

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 less than 64 bytes.

•

The file format of the image that can be imported
is BMP (bmp) or JPEG (jpg).

•

The individual file size limit is less than 10 MB.

•

If the USB flash drive does not have any pictures,
the message appears.

•

Up to 16 pictures can be imported.

•

The maximum image size is 4,096 × 2,304 pixels. If
the image size is less than 1,280 x 720, the image
is displayed in the middle of the screen with the
extra area appearing in black.

•

If the size of the added picture is larger than the
screen area, it will maintain the aspect ratio of the
picture data and be reduced to fit the screen area.

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Audio/Information Screen

Features

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Select wallpaper

Select

General Settings

Select

Display

Select

Wallpaper

Select a desired wallpaper to set.

If the imported images are not displayed on the audio/information screen,

select

on the screen.

The preview is displayed on the screen.

Select

Save

It will return to the wallpaper setting screen.

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Delete wallpaper

Select

General Settings

Select

Display

Select

Wallpaper

Select

Delete Photos

Select a desired wallpaper to delete.

Multiple pictures can be selected at the same time.

Select

The selected pictures are displayed.

Select

Delete

It will return to the wallpaper setting screen.

Delete wallpaper

You cannot delete the initial imported wallpapers.

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