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Honda HR-V (2023 year). Manual in english - page 13

Audio System Basic Operation

Playing a USB Flash Drive

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Features

Press

to display a folder list.

Select a folder.

Select a file.

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How to Select a File from a Folder

Playing a USB Flash Drive

Use the recommended USB flash drives.

General Information on the Audio System

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Files in WMA format protected by digital rights
management (DRM) cannot be played.
The audio system displays

Unplayable File

, and then

skips to the next file.

If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the audio/information screen.

iPod/USB Flash Drive

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Track
Selection

Folder
Selection

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Audio System Basic Operation

Playing a USB Flash Drive

Features

You can select repeat and random modes when playing a file.

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Random/Repeat

Select random or repeat icon.

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To turn off a play mode

Select the mode you want to turn off.

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How to Select a Play Mode

How to Select a Play Mode

Play Mode Menu Items

Random

Random All Tracks:

Plays all files in random

order.

Random in Folder:

Plays all files in the current

folder in random order.

Repeat

Repeat track:

Repeats the current file.

Repeat folder:

Repeats all files in the current

folder.

Repeat Icons
Random Icons

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Audio System Basic Operation

Playing

Bluetooth

Audio

Features

Playing

Bluetooth

Audio

Your audio system allows you to listen to music from your

Bluetooth

-compatible

phone.
This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(HFL) system.

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Not all

Bluetooth

-enabled phones with streaming

audio capabilities are compatible with the system.
For a list of compatible phones:

•

U.S.: Visit

automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/

or call 1-888-528-7876.

•

Canada: For more information on smartphone
compatibility, call 1-855-490-7351.

In some states, it may be illegal to perform some data
device functions while driving.

Only one phone can be used with HFL at a time.
When there is more than one paired phone in the
vehicle, the system automatically connects to the
prioritized phone. You can assign priority to a phone
in the

Bluetooth Settings

menu.

HFL Menus

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To change the searched phone manually, select

to Device List

In some cases, the name of the artist, album, or track
may not appear correctly.

Some functions may not be available on some devices.

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

Audio

from the

Bluetooth

device list.

Phone Setup

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MEDIA Button

Press to select

Bluetooth

Audio.

VOL/

AUDIO

(Volume/Power)
Knob

Press to turn the
audio system on
and off.
Turn to adjust the
volume.

MENU Button

Press to display the
menu items.

Audio/Information Screen

Bluetooth

Indicator

Appears when your phone
is connected to HFL.

Track Buttons

Press

change files.

Repeat Icon

Select to repeat
the current file.

Shuffle Icon

Select to play all
files in the current
category in
random order.

Selector Knob

Turn to change files.
Press and turn to
select an item, then
press to set your
selection.

(Back)

Button

Press to go back
to the previous
display.

Play/Pause Icon

Select to play/pause a file.

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Audio System Basic Operation

Playing

Bluetooth

Audio

Features

Make sure that your phone is paired and
connected to HFL.

Press the

MEDIA

button until the

Bluetooth

Audio Source is selected.

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 play or pause a file

Select the play/pause icon.

■

To 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.

The pause function may not be available on some
phones.

If any audio device is connected to the USB port, you
may need to press the

MEDIA

button repeatedly to

select the

Bluetooth

Audio system.

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

Check the volume setting of your phone if the audio
volume is too loud or soft.

Play/Pause Icon

MEDIA

Button

Audio System Basic Operation

Playing

Bluetooth

Audio

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Features

Press

to display the music search list.

Select a category.

Select an item.

Select an item repeatedly until a desired
item you want to listen to is displayed.

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How to Select a Song from the Music Search List

How to Select a Song from the Music Search List

Depending on the

Bluetooth

device you connect,

some or all of the categories may not be displayed.

Item
Selection

Category
Selection

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Playing

Bluetooth

Audio

Features

You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a song.

■

Shuffle/Repeat

Repeatedly select the shuffle or repeat icon
until you find a play mode option of your
preference.

■

To turn off a play mode

Select the mode you want to turn off.

■

How to Select a Play Mode

How to Select a Play Mode

Play Mode Menu Items

Shuffle

Shuffle off:

Shuffle mode to off.

Shuffle Albums:

Plays all available albums in

a selected list in random order.

Shuffle All Songs:

Plays all available songs in

a selected list in random order.

Repeat

Repeat off:

Repeat mode to off.

Repeat all:

Repeats the all songs.

Repeat Song:

Repeats the current song.

Depending on the

Bluetooth

device you connect,

some or all of the functions may not be displayed.

Shuffle Icon

Repeat Icon

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Audio System Basic Operation

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.

Phone Setup

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Using Siri Eyes Free

Siri Eyes Free

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.

Using Siri Eyes Free

Some commands work only on specific phone
features or apps.

(Talk) Button

Press until the display changes as shown.
Press and hold 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
Siri Eyes Free

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Audio System Basic Operation

Smartphone Voice Recognition

Features

Smartphone Voice Recognition

You can use Smartphone Voice Recognition using the

(Talk) button on the

steering wheel when your Android phone is paired to the

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(HFL) system.

Phone Setup

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Using Smartphone Voice Recognition

Using Smartphone Voice Recognition

Depending on your Android phone, you may need to
operate your phone.

Some commands work only on specific phone
features or apps.

(Talk) Button

Press to activate Smartphone Voice Recognition.
Press and hold to deactivate Smartphone Voice
Recognition.

While in Smartphone Voice
Recognition:
The display remains the same.
No feedback or commands
appear.

Appears
when
Smartphone
Voice
Recognition
is activated

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Audio System Basic Operation

Apple CarPlay

Features

Apple CarPlay

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

USB Ports

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Apple CarPlay Menu

Apple CarPlay

Only iPhone 5 or newer versions with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.

We recommend using the latest OS.

Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible
apps.

To directly access the Apple CarPlay phone function,
press the

PHONE

button. 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.

Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is
not possible to use the

Bluetooth

Audio or

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

. However, other

previously paired phones can stream audio via

Bluetooth

while Apple CarPlay is connected.

Phone Setup

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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.

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

Go back to the
audio screen

CONNECT

Button

Press to display Apple CarPlay screen

Apple CarPlay menu screen

: Go back to the

Apple CarPlay
Dashboard screen

: Go back to the

Apple CarPlay menu
screen

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Audio System Basic Operation

Apple CarPlay

Features

■

Phone

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

■

Messages

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

■

Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

■

Maps

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

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.
Honda 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.

To adjust the ringtone volume, the guidance volume
of the navigation or Siri, or the audio volume, turn
the

VOL

AUDIO

(Volume/Power) knob while the

sound you want to adjust is playing.

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

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

Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.

USB Ports

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The confirmation screen will be displayed.

Select

Yes

If you do not want to connect Apple CarPlay, select

You may change the consent settings under the

Smartphone Settings

menu.

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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Connecting Apple CarPlay Using the USB Cable to the USB Port

Setting Up Apple CarPlay

Only initialize Apple CarPlay when you are safely
parked.
When Apple CarPlay first detects your iPhone, you
will need to set up your iPhone. Refer to the
instruction manual that came with your iPhone.

You can use the following procedure to disconnect or
delete the devices connecting Apple CarPlay:
Press the

MENU

button



Select Smartphone Settings



Apple CarPlay



Select device

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

Features

Press the

(talk) button to activate Siri.

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

Below are examples of questions and commands for
Siri.

•

What movies are playing today?

•

Call dad at work.

•

What song is this?

•

How’s the weather tomorrow?

•

Read my latest email.

•

Find a table for four tonight in Chicago.

For more information, please visit

www.apple.com/ios/siri

To adjust the guidance volume of Siri, turn the

VOL

AUDIO

(Volume/Power) knob while Siri is

activated.

(Talk) button:

Press to activate Siri.
Press again to
deactivate Siri.

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Features

Android Auto

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

USB Ports

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Auto Pairing Connection

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Android Auto

We recommend that you update Android OS to the
latest version when using Android Auto.

Bluetooth

A2DP cannot be used while your phone is

connected to Android Auto.

To use Android Auto on a smartphone with Android
9.0 (Pie) or earlier, you need to download the
Android Auto app from Google Play to your
smartphone.

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

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.

Phone Setup

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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.

Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Features

•

Maps

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.

•

Phone

Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail.

•

Exit

•

Operate Android Auto with your voice.

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Android Auto Menu

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.

Screens may differ depending on the version of the
Android Auto app you are using.

Android Auto Operating Requirements &
Limitations

Android Auto requires a compatible Android phone
with an active mobile 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.
Honda 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.

To adjust the ringtone volume, the guidance volume
of the navigation or voice recognition, or the audio
volume, turn the

VOL

AUDIO

(Volume/Power)

knob while the sound you want to adjust is playing.

Go back to the
audio screen

CONNECT

Button

Press to display Android Auto screen

Android Auto menu screen

Go back to the Android
Auto menu screen

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Android Auto

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Features

•

You can check Android notifications.

•

(Android Auto Home)

Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that
appear just when they’re needed.

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

To enable Android Auto after connecting an Android phone to the system, select

Yes

on the screen.

You may change the consent settings under the

Smartphone Settings

menu.

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Auto Pairing Connection

■

Connecting Android Auto Using the USB Cable to the USB Port

Connecting Android Auto Using the USB Cable to the USB Port

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 following procedure to disconnect or
delete the devices connecting Android Auto after you
have completed the initial setup:
Press the

MENU

button



Select Smartphone Settings



Android Auto



Select device

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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Android Auto

Features

Press the

(talk) button to operate Android Auto with your voice.

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Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

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

•

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 selecting the

icon in the lower-right corner of

the screen.

To adjust the guidance volume of voice recognition,
turn the

VOL

AUDIO

(Volume/Power) knob while

the guidance is playing.

(Talk) button:

Press to operate
Android Auto with your
voice.
Press again to deactivate
voice recognition.

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