apple carplay HONDA CR-V 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 242
USB Port(s) ....................................... 243
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 245
Audio Remote Controls .................... 246
Audio System Basic Operation Audio/Information Screen ................ 250
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 254
Display Setup ................................... 255
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 256
Playing an iPod ................................ 258
Playing Pandora ®.............................. 261
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 263
Models with color audio system
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 266
Siri ® Eyes Free .................................. 269
Audio System Basic Operation Audio/Information Screen ................ 271
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 292
Display Setup ................................... 293
Voice Control Operation .................. 295
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 299
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio ................... 303
Playing an iPod ................................ 310
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) ...................... 313
Playing Pandora ®............................. 317
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 319
Models with Display Audio
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 322
HondaLink ®..................................... 324
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 329
Siri ® Eyes Free .................................. 331
Apple CarPlay
TM............................... 332
Android AutoTM............................... 335
Audio Error Messages ...................... 339
General Information on the Audio System ............................................. 344
Customized Features ................ 361, 368
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
*.. 394
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ..... 397, 421
Compass
*.......................................... 455
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uUSB Port(s)
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Features
USB Port(s)
Install the iPod USB connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.
■On the front of the center console
The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio files
on a USB flash drive, connecting a cellular
phone, and charging devices.
The USB port (1.5A) is for charging devices,
playing audio files and connecting compatible
phones with Apple CarPlay
TM or Android
AutoTM.
u To prevent any potenti al issues, be sure
to use an Apple MFi Certified Lightning
Connector for Apple CarPlay
TM, and for
Android AutoTM, the USB cables should
be certified by USB-IF to be compliant
with USB 2.0 Standard.
*1: Models with color audio system
*2: Models with Display Audio
1 USB Port(s)
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•We recommend using an ex tension 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.
•We recommend backing up yo ur data 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 manufac turer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.
The USB port can supply up to 1.5A/2.5A of power. It
does not output 1.5A/2.5A unless the device
requests.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that ne eds to be charged.
Under certain condi tions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise to the radio station you are
listening to.
On the front of the center console
*1
*2
USB Port (1.0A)
USB Port (1.5A)*
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAudio/Information Screen
Features
■HondaLink
Displays the HondaLink ® screen.
2 HondaLink ® P. 324
■Smartphone Connection
Displays the Apple CarPlayTM or Android AutoTM.
2 Apple CarPlayTM P. 332
2 Android AutoTM P. 335
■App List ( )
Adds or removes apps or widgets on the home screen.
2 Home Screen P. 282
■Instrument Panel
Selects from three customizable setting s for the driver information interface.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uVoice Control Operation
FeaturesWhen the (Talk) button is pressed,
available voice commands appear on the
screen.
For a complete list of commands, say “ Voice
Help ” after the beep or select Voice Help.
You can see the list of commands in Voice
Info on the Info Menu screen. Select Info,
then select MENU.
The system only reco gnizes the commands
on the following pages, at certain screens.
Free form voice commands are not
recognized.
*1: Models with navigation system
■Voice Portal Screen■Phone Call
This can be only used when the phone is
connected. When the sy stem recognizes the
Phone call command, the screen will
change to the voice recognition screen for
phone commands.
• Dial by number
• Call history
• Redial
• Call
• Call
• Call Police
• Call 911
Phone Call commands are not available if
using Apple CarPlay
TM.
■Music Search
This can be only used when the iPod or USB
device is connected.
■Climate Control*1
When the system recognizes the Climate
Control command, the screen will change
the dedicated screen to the climate control
voice recognition screen.
2 Climate Control Commands*1 P. 298
■Audio*1
When the system recognizes the Audio
command, the screen will change to the
audio voice recognition screen.
• Audio On/Off
• Radio FM/AM/SXM
• PANDORA
• iPod
• USB
• Other Sources
Pandora ® cannot be used while Android
Auto
TM is active.
■Navigation*1
The screen changes to the navigation
screen.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
■HondaLink
This can be only used when the phone is
connected.
■Voice Setting
The screen changes to the Voice Recog.
tab on the System Settings screen.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying an iPod
Features
1. Select MENU and select Music Search .
2. Select the items on that menu.
■How to Select a Song from the Music Search List1Playing an iPod
Available operating functi ons vary on models or
versions. Some functions ma y not be available on the
vehicle’s audio system.
If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the audio/information screen. 2 iPod/USB Flash Drive P. 339
If you operate any musi c app on your iPhone/iPod
while the phone is connected to the audio system,
you may no longer be able to operate the same app
on the audio/information screen.
Reconnect the devi ce if necessary.
Select Switch USB Device in the Audio Menu
screen to switch to another USB device.
If an iPhone is connect ed via Apple CarPlay
TM, the
iPod/USB source is unavailab le and audio files on the
phone can only be played within Apple CarPlay
TM.
Category
Selection
Item Selection
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uSong By VoiceTM (SBV)
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Features
■Searching for mu sic using SBV
1.Set the Song by Voice setting to On.
2. Press the (Talk) button and say “ Music
Search ” to activate the SBV feature for the
USB flash drive and iPod.
3. Then, say a next command.
u Example 1: Say “ (List)‘Artist A’” to view a
list of songs by that artist. Select the
desired song to start playing.
u Example 2: Say “ Play ‘Artist A’” to start
playing songs by that artist.
4. To cancel SBV, pr ess the (hang-up/
back) button on the steering wheel. The
selected song continues playing.
Once you have canceled this mode, you need
to press the button and say “ Music
Search ” again to re-activate this mode.1Searching for music using SBV
Song By Voice
TM Commands List
2 Song By Voice Commands P. 298
NOTE:
Song By Voice
TM commands are available for tracks
stored on the USB flash drive or iPod.
You can add phonetic modi fications of difficult
words so that it is easier for SBV to recognize artists,
songs, albums, and composers in voice commands. 2 Phonetic Modification P. 315
SBV is not available wh en using Apple CarPlay
TM. Use
Siri ® Eyes Free instead.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying 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.
2 Phone Setup P. 429
*1:Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, some or all of the lists may not
be displayed.
1 Playing Bluetooth ® Audio
Not all Bluetooth -enabled phones with streaming
audio capabilities are compatible.
For a list of compatible phones, visit
automobiles.honda.com /handsfreelink/,
or call 1-888-528-7876.
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 are more than two paired phones in the
vehicle, the system automatically connects to the
prioritised phone. You can assign priority to a phone
in the Priority Device Settings .
2 Customized Features P. 368
The connected phone for Bluetooth® Audio can be different.
If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system,
there may be a delay before the system begins to play.
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
TM or
Android AutoTM, Bluetooth® Audio from that phone is
unavailable. However, a second previously paired phone
can stream
Bluetooth® Audio by selecting Connect
from the
Bluetooth Device List screen.2 Phone Setup P. 429
Audio/
Information
Screen
VOL/ AUDIO
(Volu
me/Power
Audio) Knob
Press to turn the
audio system on
and off.
Turn to adjust the
volume.
(Back) Icon
Select to go back to the
previous display.
(Audio) Icon
Select to display
the audio screen.
Group Icons
Select or to change group.
Pause Icon
Play Icon
Bluetooth

Indicator
Appears when
your phone is
connected to
HFL.
Track Icons
Select or to change tracks.
Open/Close
Icon*1
Displays/hides
the detailed
information.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uHondaLink ®
Features
HondaLink ®
HondaLink® connects you to the latest information from Honda. You can connect
your phone wirelessly through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth®.
2Wi-Fi Connection P. 329
2 Phone Setup P. 429
■Places*
Displays restaurants, gas stations, Honda dealers, etc. and provides navigation
instructions to those locations via the navigation system.
■Vehicle
Displays instruction messages wh en the vehicle needs service.
■Help & Support
Displays tips on vehicle usage and provides information on roadside assistance and
the customer service center.
■HondaLink® Menu
1HondaLink ®
The HondaLink® connect app is compatible with most
iPhone and Android phones.
Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data
subscription package.
If there is an active c onnection to Apple CarPlay
TM or
Android AutoTM, HondaLink ® can only be connected
through Wi-Fi.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlayTM
Features
Apple CarPlayTM
If you connect an Apple CarPlayTM-compatible iPhone to the system via the 1.5A 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.
2USB Port(s) P. 243
■Phone
Access the contact list, make phone calls, 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 CarPlayTM Menu
1 Apple CarPlayTM
Only iPhone 5 or newer versi ons with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlayTM.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay
TM and when launching any compatible
apps.
To use Apple CarPlay
TM, connect the USB cable to the
1.5A USB port. Other USB ports will not enable Apple
CarPlay
TM operation.
2 USB Port(s) P. 243
To directly access the Apple CarPlay
TM phone
function, select Phone on the home screen. While
connected to Apple CarPlay
TM, calls are only made
through Apple CarPlayTM. If you want to make a call
with Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®, turn Apple
CarPlay
TM OFF or detach the USB cable from your
iPhone. 2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay
TM P. 333
When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay
TM, 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
TM is connected.
2 Phone Setup P. 429
For details on c ountries and regions where Apple
CarPlay
TM is available, as well as information
pertaining to function, refer to the Apple homepage.
Home screen
Apple CarPlay
TM icon Apple CarPlay
TM menu screen
Select the Honda icon to
go back to the home
screen
: Go back to the Apple CarPlayTM Dashboard screen
: Go back to the Apple CarPlayTM menu screen
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlayTM
Features
■Maps
Display Apple Maps and use the navigation function just as you would on your
iPhone.
Only one navigation system (pre-ins talled navigation or Apple CarPlay
TM) 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 the 1.5A USB port, use the
following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay
TM. Use of Apple CarPlayTM 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
TM experience. You
will need to consent to the sharing of this information on the audio/information
screen.
■Enabling Apple CarPlayTM
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.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlayTM
1Apple CarPlayTM
Apple CarPlayTM Operating Requirements &
Limitations
Apple CarPlay
TM requires a compatible iPhone with an
active cellular connecti on and data plan. Your
carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,
and other technology integral to providing Apple
CarPlay
TM functionality, as we ll as new or revised
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or
cessation of Apple CarPlay
TM functionality and
services. Honda cannot a nd does not provide any
warranty or guarantee of future Apple CarPlay
TM
performance or functionality.
It is possible to use 3r d party apps if they are
compatible with Apple CarPlay
TM. Refer to the Apple
homepage for information on compatible apps.
Models with navigation system
1 Setting Up Apple CarPlayTM
You can also use the method below to set up Apple
CarPlayTM:
Select HOME 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
TM
is governed by the Appl e iOS terms and conditions
and Apple’s Privacy Policy.
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