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uuAudio System Basic Operation uWi-Fi Connection
Features
Wi-Fi Connection
You can connect the audio system to the Internet using Wi-Fi on the audio/
information screen. If your phone has wire less hotspot capabilities, the system can
be tethered to the phone. Use the following steps to setup.
1.Press the (home) button.
2. Select Settings .
3. Select Connections.
4. Select Wi-Fi.
5. Select Change Mode .
6. Select Network.
u Select the access point you want to
connect to the system.
u When you change the mode from
Hotspot to Network, a pop-up
appears, then select Confirm.
7. Select Connect .
u Enter a password for the access point.
u When the connection is successful,
Connected is displayed on the list.
8. Press the (home) button to go back to
the home screen.
■Connecting to a Wi-Fi Hotspot
1Wi-Fi Connection
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct a registered trademark of Wi-Fi
Alliance® .
1Connecting to a Wi-Fi Hotspot
You cannot go through the setting procedure while a
vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to set the audio
system in Wi-Fi mode.
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 the system status area.
Transmission speed and others will not be displayed
on this screen. 2 Status Area P. 259
In case of Wi-Fi connect ion with your phone, make
sure your phone’s Wi-Fi se tting is in access point
(tethering) mode.
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Make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.
You can set the network as a Wi-F i Hotspot of this audio system.
Use the following steps to setup.
1.Press the (home) button.
2. Select Settings .
3. Select Connections .
4. Select Wi-Fi.
5. Select Change Mode .
6. Select Hotspot .
u When you change the mode from
Network to Hotspot, a pop-up
appears, then select Confirm.
The following options are available for the setup.
• Network SSID : Set this network name.
• Security Type: Set the network security type fo r WPA2-PSK mode or security off
mode.
• Password : Set password for require entering password when connecting Wi-Fi
device to this network.
• Connected Devices List : Display the connected device list. Up to seven devices
can be connected to this network.
■Wi-Fi mode (after the init ial setting has been made)
■Setting the Audio System as a Wi-Fi Hotspot
1Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)
You may need to go through an initial setup for Wi-Fi
connection again afte r you boot your phone.
iPhone users
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uSiri ® Eyes Free
Features
Siri ® Eyes Free
You can talk to Siri using to press and hold the (Talk) button on the steering
wheel when your iPhone is paired to the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system.
2Phone Setup P. 364
■Using Siri Eyes Free
1Siri ® Eyes Free
Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Check Apple Inc. website for features available for
Siri.
While driving we recomme nd only using Siri through
the button on the steering wheel (Siri Eyes Free).
1Using Siri Eyes Free
Some commands work only on specific phone
features or apps.
Press the (back) button on the true touchpad or
APPS button on the steering whee l to deactivate siri.
(Talk) Button
Press and hold until the display changes as shown.
Press again to deactivate Siri.
(Back) Button
Press to deactivate Siri.
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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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlayTM
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Features
Apple CarPlayTM
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatib le iPhone to the system via the USB port
in the console compartment, you can use the audio/information screen, instead of
the iPhone display, to make a phone call, li sten to music, view maps (navigation),
and access messages.
2 USB Ports P. 239
■Phone
Access the contact list, make phone ca lls, or listen to voice mail.
■Messages
Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.
■Music
Play music stored on your iPhone.
■Apple CarPlay Menu
1 Apple CarPlayTM
Only iPhone 5 or newer versi ons 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 ports located on the front panel and the
back of the console compartment
* are used only for
charging. 2 USB Ports P. 239
While connected to Apple CarPlay, calls are only
made through Apple CarPlay. If you want to make a
call with Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®, turn Apple
CarPlay OFF or detach th e USB cable from your
iPhone.
2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay P. 305
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. 364
For details on c ountries 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
Select the Acura icon to go
back to the home screen
* Not available on all models
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Features
■Maps
Display Apple Maps 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.1 Apple CarPlayTM
Apple CarPlay Operating Requirements &
Limitations
Apple CarPlay requi res a compatible iPhone with an
active cellular connecti on and data plan. Your
carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating system s, 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 pr ovide any warranty or
guarantee of future Appl e CarPlay performance or
functionality.
It is possible to use 3r d 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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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlayTM
Features
After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the USB port in the console
compartment, use the follow ing 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, an d status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay
experience. You will n eed to consent to the sharing of this information on the audio/
information screen.
■Enabling Apple CarPlay Check the checkbox.
Enable Apple CarPlay: Allows this consent.
Do Not Enable Apple CarPlay: Does not
allow this consent.
You may change the consent settings under
the Connections settings menu.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlay1Setting Up Apple CarPlay
You can change your Appl e CarPlay device from the
currently connected device to a already registered
device in the following steps.
Press the (home) button  Select Settings 
Connections  Apple CarPlay  Select device 
Allow Apple CarPlay
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your iP hone by Apple CarPlay is
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and
Apple’s Privacy Policy.
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Features
Press and hold the talk button to activate Siri.
■Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri1Operating 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 .
(Talk) button:
Press and hold to activate Siri.
Press again to deactivate Siri.
Press and release to activate st andard voice recognition system.
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Features
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 a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
USB Error
Appears when an incomp atible 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.
Appears when an unsupported iPod is connecte d. If it appears when a supported iPod
is connected, update the iPod software to the newer version.
Appears when an unsupported device is co nnected. If it appears when a supported
device is connected, reconnect the device.
Appears when unsupported formats are in the device. Check that compatible files are
stored on the device.
The selected file cannot be played on this
systemAppears when the files in the USB flash driv e are copyright protected or an unsupported
format.
No Data
Appears when the iPod is empty.
Appears when the USB flash drive is empty.
Check that compatible files are stored on the device.
USB Hub ErrorAppears when the USB hub with plural USB devices is connected. Disconnect the USB
hubs and directly connect the device to the USB port using the extension cable.
iPod
USB flash drive
iPod
USB flash drive
iPod and USB flash drive
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uuAudio Error Messages uAndroid/Apps
Features
Android/Apps
If an error occurs while us ing the audio system or apps , you may see the following
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
*1:****part is variable characters, and will change depending upon where an error occurs.
Error MessageSolution
Unfortunately, **** has
stopped.*1Error has occurred within app, select OK on the screen to close the app.
**** isn't responding. Do
you want to close it?*1
App is not responding.
Select Wait if you can wait for a response from app a littl e 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 .
2Defaulting All the Settings P. 354
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uuAudio Error Messages uApple CarPlay
Features
Apple CarPlay
If an error occurs while using the Apple CarPlay, you may see the following error
messages. If you cannot clear th e error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
Error
Appears when Apple CarPlay fails to recognize your device.
Check if your device is compatible with Appl e CarPlay, or the latest version of the app
is installed on your device.
Maximum Number of Apple Carplay
Devices ExceededAppears when the number of stored Apple CarPlay devices exceeds the limitation.
Select Replace and Continue and delete a registered device to connect a new device
for the Apple CarPlay connection.
Phone Call ActiveAppears when the Apple CarPlay device beco mes connected to USB during an active
Bluetooth ® hands-free phone call.
(connected device name) ConnectedAppears when the paired device is disc onnected from the HFL function. Reconnect
device and try again.
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