audio HONDA ODYSSEY 2015 RC1-RC2 / 5.G Quick Guide

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
FM/AM Radio
Play FM or AM radio stations.
Models with two displays
FM/AM radio display
SiriusXM® Radio
Available on a subscription basis only. For more information or to subscribe, contact 
your dealer, or visit www.siriusxm.com (U.S.) or www.sirius.ca (Canada).
Available in the U.S. and Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. XM® is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio, Inc.
XM Radio display
Presets: Select and hold a preset number to store the current station.Select a preset number to select a previously stored
station. Audio Source: Select
the XM icon.
Category bar: Change
the category.
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate and press to
select preset stations
in the upper display. Skip/seek bar: Change
the channel.
Models with two displays
Audio Source: Select
the FM or AM icon.
Interface dial (from the
Audio screen): Rotate
and press to select preset
stations in the upper
display.
Presets: Select and
hold a preset number to store the current
station.
Select a preset number to select a previously
stored station. Tune: Change the station.
Skip/Seek: Search for the
next or previous station
with a strong signal.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Compact Disc (CD)
The audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs in MP3, WMA, or AAC 
formats.
CD display
Audio Source: Select the CD icon.
Folder bar: Change the
folder. Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate and press
to view and select
tracks in the upper
display. Skip/seek bar:
Change the track.
Models with two displays
CD eject buttonCD slot
Do not use CDs with adhesive labels or insert a damaged CD. Inserting these types 
of CDs may cause them to get stuck or damage the audio unit.
NOTICE
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio
Record CDs onto your vehicle’s hard drive. Songs are automatically recorded once a 
CD is inserted. 
NAV
HDD display
Audio Source: Select the HDD icon.
Album bar: Change the album.
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate and press to
view and select tracks
in the upper display. Skip/seek bar:
Change the track.
Models with navigation
CD eject buttonCD slot
Track AAATrack AAA0101Album AAAAlbum AAA0101
Searching for Music
Use the interface dial to search for tracks stored on the HDD. 
1. From the audio screen, press MENU. 
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search option.
4. Select the track you want to play.
You can also search for and play HDD music using Song By Voice™ (see page 149).
MENU button:
Change sound or
screen settings,
or options for the
selected audio
source.

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iPod® or USB Flash Drive
Play and operate an iPod or USB flash drive through the vehicle’s audio system.
iPod display
Audio Source: Select
the iPod or USB icon.
Album/folder bar: Change
the album or folder.
MENU button: Display menu items in the upper display,
including Music
Search.
Interface dial (from the
Audio screen): Rotate and
press to view and select
tracks in the upper display. Skip/seek bar:
Change the track.
Models with two displays
Connect your device to the USB port (see page 56).
Searching for Music
Use the interface dial to search for tracks stored on the iPod or USB fl\
ash drive.
1. From the audio screen, press MENU. 
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search option or folder.
4. Select the track you want to play.
On vehicles with navigation, you can also search for and play iPod music using
Song By Voice™ (see page 149).
Bluetooth® Audio display
Audio Source: Select
the Bluetooth icon.
Folder bar: Search for a
folder. Pause
Interface Dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate and press to
select an item in the
upper display.Play
Seek/Skip: Go to the
next or previous track.
Bluetooth® Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone through the vehicle’s 
audio system. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca
(Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply.
Notes:
•  Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
• You may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.• The resume/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on all phones.
Models with two displays
Connect your phone to Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 80).
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Pandora®
Play and operate Pandora from your compatible phone through the vehicle’s audio 
system. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com to check phone compatibility. Standard data 
rates apply. Available in the U.S. only.
Audio Source: Select
the Pandora icon. Station bar: Change
the station.
Like/dislike song
Play/Pause
Interface dial (from the
Audio screen): Rotate and
press to select an item in
the upper display. Skip: Go to the next
song.
Models with two displays
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone:
• 
Connect via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 80) or USB port (see page 56).
• A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pandora to be launched.
• If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be streaming through Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Pandora is selected on the audio system.
• 
If Pandora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the cable if necessary.
For Android or BlackBerry:
•  Connect via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 80).
Pandora® display
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
HondaLink featuring Aha™
Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social 
media through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.)
or honda.ca/hondalink
 (Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates 
apply.
Models with two displays
Visit www.hondalink.com (U.S.) or honda.ca/hondalink (Canada) and download the
HondaLink app to your phone prior to using this feature. Make sure you h\
ave an
active Aha account. Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
Audio Source: Select
the Aha icon. Station bar: Change the
station.
MENU button: View the
complete station list in
the upper display.
Like/dislike
Play/Pause
Interface dial (from the Audio
screen): Rotate and press to
view and select menu items.
Stations: Select from
16 previously favorited stations.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
For iPhone:
• 
Connect via Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 80) or USB port (see page 56).
• A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Aha to be launched.
• 
If you cannot operate Aha through the audio system, it may be streaming through Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Aha is selected on the audio system.
• 
If Aha still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the cable if necesary.
For Android or BlackBerry (U.S. only):
•  Connect via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 80).
Aha™ display

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Rear Entertainment System (RES)*
Rear passengers can enjoy a different audio or entertainment source than\
front
passengers.
Rear audio display
DVD slot
REAR POWER button:
Turn the rear entertainment
system on or off. REAR AUDIO button:
Display rear audio information.
FRONT AUDIO button:
Display front audio information.
DVD eject button
Operating the System from the Front
You can operate the rear entertainment system using the front audio contr\
ols.
1. Press REAR POWER to turn the system on.
2. Press REAR AUDIO.
3. Use the front audio controls to choose a media source for the rear syste\
m.
4. Press FRONT AUDIO to return to the front audio source.
Playing a DVD
Insert a DVD into the DVD slot. It begins playing automatically. Use the front or 
rear controls to navigate the DVD.
*if equipped
System ComponentsOpen the overhead screen to use the system.
9-inch screen*:
 Pull down the bottom edge of the 
screen, and extend it until it locks into place.
Ultrawide screen*:
 Press OPEN. Extend the screen 
until it locks into place.
Fold the screen back into the ceiling when not in 
use.
Press the release button to detach the rear control 
panel, if desired.
Wireless HeadphonesYour vehicle comes with two sets of wireless
headphones.
Pivot the left earpiece to turn on the headphones.
Turn the dial at the bottom of the right earpiece to 
adjust the volume.
Overheadscreen Release
button
Auxiliary inputs can be used for video game systems and
other devices.
Wired headphones can also
be used.
Ultrawide RES*
HDMI input can be used for video game systems and
other devices.
Auxiliary input jackHeadphone jack
*if equipped
Volume
dial
Pivot to
turn on.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Remote Control and Rear Operation
You can operate the system using the rear control panel.
1. Make sure REAR POWER is turned on in the front audio controls.
2. From the rear control panel, press the desired audio source button (or the 
SOURCE button for Ultrawide RES*).
3. Press the arrow/ENTER buttons to highlight options on the screen and select 
them. Use the other rear control panel buttons to operate the system.
DVD/AUX button: Play a DVD, USB, iPod, or auxiliary
source. CD button: Play a CD.XM button*:
Play XM Radio.
FM/AM button:
Play FM or AM
Radio.MENU button: Display menu options.
SETUP button:
Display setup options.
Arrow/ENTER
button: Highlight
and select items.
CH/FOLDER
button:
Change
channels,
stations, or
folders.
Power button:
Turn the
system on or
off.
Light button:
Illuminate the remote buttons.
TUNE/SKIP
button: Change
DVD chapters, audio stations,
or tracks. Play/Pause
button (CD or DVD)
TITLE/SCROLL
button: Display the DVD status or CD titles.
CANCEL button: Go back to the previous display.
This vehicle’s overhead mounted display includes mercury-containing
components. Upon removal or replacement, please reuse, recycle, or dispo\
se of
as hazardous waste.
NOTICE
*if equipped
1. Connect a second source through the rear auxiliary or HDMI input (see 
page 75).
2. From the rear control panel, press DUAL.
3. Select which side the second source plays on.
4. Press SOURCE to select AUX-VIDEO or AUX-HDMI.
SOURCE button: Display audio sources.
DUAL button: Display two sources side by side on the screen.
SINGLE button:
Display one source on the
entire screen.
SWAP button:
Switch the
sources to
opposite sides of
the screen.
Ultrawide Dual Screen Operation*
Play two different sources side by side on the ultrawide screen. One side of the 
screen can play a source from the front audio system (FM, DVD, etc.). The other 
side of the screen can play a connected device, such as a video game sys\
tem.
*if equipped

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Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling
your phone. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada)
to check phone compatibility.
HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL)
Selector knob: Rotate
and press to make
selections.
BACK button:
Go back to the previous display.
PHONE button: Display the phone screen.
SETTINGS button: Display phone settings.
MENU button: Display menu items.
HFL display
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button:
 End or decline a call, or cancel an operation.
Talk button:
 Make a call using a stored voice tag, phonebook name, or phone number. 
Voice Recognition Tips On models with navigation, you can say voice commands to operate system
functions. Below are some helpful tips:
• 
When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
• To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your 
command.
• 
When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted 
in yellow.
•  Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• 
Reduce all background noise.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
•  Close the windows and moonroof.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over \
to perform
the function.
PHONE button: Display the phone screen. MENU button: Display menu items.
BACK button:
 Go back to the previous display. SETTINGS button: Display phone settings.
Interface dial (from the Phone
screen): Rotate and press to make
selections in the upper display. Move
up, down, left, or right.
Models with one display Models with two displays
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®

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Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first p\
air your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the 
selector knob or interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Phone Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth Device List (if no phone has been 
paired) or Connect Phone (if pairing an additional
phone).
4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
6. HFL searches for your phone. Select your phone
when it appears on the list.
 If your phone does not appear:
Select Phone Not Found and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone.
7. HFL gives you a six-digit code. Compare it to the
code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL
from your phone.
8. The system asks if you want to enable Phone  
Synchronization, which imports your phone’s call 
history and phonebook. Select On.
9. Press BACK to exit the menu.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by number.”
2. Say the phone number. For example, 
 “3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4.”
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the menu
Use the selector knob or interface dial to make and enter selections. This method 
is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press PHONE.
2. Press MENU.
3. Select Dial.
4. Enter the phone number. Select the green phone 
icon to call.
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported to 
the system. Phone synchronization must be turned on.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by name.”
2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For 
example, “John Smith mobile.”
Using the menu
Use the selector knob or interface dial to make and enter selections. This method 
is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press PHONE.
2. Press MENU.
3. Select Phonebook.
4. Scroll through the list to find the name and
number you want to call, and select it to call.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®

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NAVIGATION
NAVIGATION
Interface Dial Feedback
Configure the system to read aloud selections made using the interface\
dial. Use
the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS. 
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Interface Dial Feedback. 
4. Select Off, Auto, or On.
ON: Always reads the selection.
AUTO: Reads the selection only when the vehicle is moving.
OFF: Turns interface dial feedback off.
System Guidance VolumeAdjust the navigation system volume. This does not affect audio or Bluetooth
®
HandsFreeLink® volume, which is controlled by the volume knob. Use the interface 
dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS. 
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Volume.
4. Adjust the level, or select off.
Voice Prompt
Turn the voice feedback feature on or off. Use the interface dial to make and enter 
selections.
1. Press SETTINGS. 
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Voice Rec.
4. Select Voice Prompt.
5. Select On or Off.
Voice Prompt Volume
Adjust the voice prompt volume when they are turned on. Use the interfac\
e dial to
make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS. 
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Voice Rec.
4. Select Volume.
5. Adjust the level, or select Off.
Entering a Destination
Use multiple methods to enter a destination.
Home AddressStore your home address in the system so you can easily route to it. Use\
the
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS. 
2. Select Navi Settings.
3. Select Edit Go Home. 
4. Enter the address, and select OK when complete. 
When your home address is stored, you can press the Talk button and say “Go 
home” at any time. You can also select Go home from the destination menu.
Street Address
Enter a street address using voice commands. Press the Talk button before saying 
each command.
1. Say “Address.”
2. Say “Street,” then say the street name on the
next screen. For Canadian vehicles, spell the
street name one letter at a time. Do not include 
the direction (N, S, E, W) or type (St., Ave., Blvd., 
etc.).
3. A list of street names appears. Say the number 
next to the street you want to select.
4. Say the entire street address number. For 
example, “1-2-3-4.” If necessary, say “OK” to
proceed.
5. If the street address is in more than one city, a 
list of city names appears. Say the number next 
to the city you want to select.
6. Say “Set as destination” to set the route.

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Starting the Ignition*
Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or start the engine.
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other
accessories in this position.
II ON: This is the position when driving.
III START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON when you release the key.
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving.
Before Starting the Engine
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press the
brake pedal. Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal 
when starting the engine.
Brake pedal
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found a\
t altitudes
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off 
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, a\
nd rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
*if equipped
Changing the Power Mode*Use the
ENGINE START/STOP button to cycle through power modes or start the 
engine.
Accessory or On mode:
Press ENGINE START/STOP 
once without pressing the brake pedal for Accessory 
mode. Press it again for On mode.
Starting the engine:
Press and hold the brake pedal, 
then press ENGINE START/STOP. Keep your foot firmly 
on the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Turning the vehicle off: Shift to Park (P), then press
ENGINE START/STOP.
If you press the button and the shift lever is not in Park 
(P), the vehicle goes into Accessory mode.
Pre-tow checklist
When preparing to tow, and before driving away, ensure the following:
• The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension and the cooling 
system are in good operating condition.
• 
Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle’s first 600 miles (1,000 km).
• The trailer has been properly serviced and is in good condition.
•  All weights and loads are within limits. Never exceed the gross weight r\
atings.
• 
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale. If a public scale is not 
available, add the estimated weight of your cargo load to the weight of your 
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer) and the tongue load.
•  The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are secure.
•  All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift whi\
le you drive.
Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer can 
cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive.
WARNING