audio HONDA PILOT 2007 1.G Owner's Manual

If you are playing a CD
If you are listening to the radio
On EX and EX-L models,usetheCH
buttontoskiptothebeginningof the
next track. You will see the CD and
track number in the display.
,usethe
CHbuttontogotothenextpreset
station. You will see the number of
the preset button in the display. To
change bands, press the AM/FM
button.
The MODE button changes the
audio mode between FM1, FM2, AM,
XM, CD, and DVD/AUX (if a disc is
inserted). The CH button has three functions,
depending on whether you are
listening to the radio, or playing a
CD. The middle button adjusts the
volume. Press the top or bottom of
the button and hold it until the
desired volume is reached, then
release it. Three controls f or the audio system
are mounted in the steering wheel
hub. These let you control basic
f unctions without removing your
hand f rom the wheel.
Remote Audio Controls
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CH BUTTON
VOLUME
BUTTON MODE
BUTTON

If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number f rom a dealer. To
do this, you will need the system’s
serial number. Your vehicle’s audio system will
disable itself if it is disconnected
f rom electrical power f or any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specif ic f ive-digit code in the
preset buttons. Because there are
hundreds of number combinations
possible f rom f ive-digits, making the
system work without knowing the
exact code is nearly impossible.
Youshouldhavereceivedacardthat
lists your audio system code number
and serial number. It is best to store
this card in a saf e place at home. In
addition, you should write the audio
system’s serial number in this owner’s
manual.You will have to store your favorite
stations in the preset buttons after
the system begins working. Your
original settings were lost when the
power was disconnected.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, or the
radio f use is removed, the audio
system will disable itself . If this
happens, you will see ‘‘ENTER
CODE’’ in the f requency display the
nexttimeyouturnonthesystem.
Use the preset buttons (icons on
vehicles with navigation system) to
enter the code. The code is on the
radio code card included in your
owner’s manual kit. When it is
entered correctly, the radio will start
playing.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
sequence, then enter the correct
code. You have ten tries to enter the
correct code. If you are unsuccessf ul
in ten attempts, you must then leave
the system on f or 1 hour bef ore
trying again.
On EX and EX-L models
Radio T hef t Protection
Features
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Your vehicle is equipped with a rear
entertainment system that includes a
DVD player f or the enjoyment of the
rear passengers.
With this system, the rear
passengers can enjoy a dif f erent
entertainment source (AM/FM
radio, XM radio, CD changer, or
DVD player) than the f ront seat
occupants. The audio is broadcast
through the supplied wireless
headphones.
The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)
position to operate the rear
entertainment system.Press the REAR PWR button. To
turn on the rear controls (ceiling
panel/remote control), press the RR
CTRL knob. The system’s icon
shows in the upper display. Your
passengers can then operate the rear
system with the control panel in the
ceiling. The rear control panel can be
used as a remote control when it is
detached f rom the ceiling unit. Press
the RR CTRL knob again to turn the
rear controls of f . You will see the
RearControlsOff iconintheupper
display.
Whenyouturnonthesystem,the
rear speakers are automatically
turned of f if the rear system selects
a dif f erent entertainment source
than the front system. You will see
the Rear Speakers Of f icon in the
upper display. The sound f or the rear
system is sent to the wireless
headphones.
The rear speakers are
connected to the f ront system, so
they will always play the source that
the f ront system is set to. If youwanttoturntherearspeakers
on again, press and hold the REAR
PWR button until the Rear Speakers
Of f icon goes of f .
The rear system selects the source it
waslastsetto.Ifthatsourcehas
been removed (the DVD has been
ejected f rom the player, f or example),
you will see ‘‘DVD EJECT’’ in the
display. You must select another
source. To Turn On the System Rear Speakers
Rear Entertainment System
Features
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NOTE:

µ
µ
´
µ
´ µPress the eject button to
remove the DVD from the drive.
Press and hold the
button to move f orward; you will
see ‘‘CUE’’ in the display. Press and
hold the button to move
backward; you will see ‘‘REV’’ in the
display. Release the button when the
system reaches the point you want.
Each time you press and release the button of the SEEK/SKIP, the
system skips f orward to the
beginning of the next track or
chapter. Press and release the
buttontoskipbackwardtothe
beginning of the current track or
chapter. Press it again to skip to the
beginning of the previous track or
chapter. To return f ront panel control to the
front audio system, turn the REAR
CTRL knob counterclockwise.
To turn on the rear entertainment
system f rom the rear control panel,
press the PWR button. Use the AM/
FM button, XM button (U.S. models),
CD button, DVD/AUX button (U.S.
models), or AUX button (Canadian
models) to select the entertainment
source. The selected source will be
shown in the display. Make sure the
rear control operation has not been
disabled with the REAR CTRL knob
on the f ront panel.
Rear Entertainment System
EJECT
SEEK /SK IP
To Return to Front Audio
ControlsUsing the Rear Control Panel
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When you press the DISP button
while a DVD is playing, the title,
chapter, elapsed time, and personal
surround logo are displayed
(STATUS 1).When you press the DISP button
again, the subtitle, audio, angle,
sound characteristics, and personal
surround logo are displayed
(STATUS 2).To go back to play, press the DISP
button.
DISP Button
Rear Entertainment System
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Top Menu Audio
When you select ‘‘TOP MENU’’
using the or button, the DVD’s
title menu is displayed. This menu is
also displayed when you press the
MENU button while a DVD is not
playing.
When you select ‘‘Audio’’ f rom the
play mode setup menu by pressing
the or button, you will see a
submenu of the dubbed language.The selectable languages vary f rom
DVD to DVD, and this feature may
notbeavailableonsomeDVDs.
Press the RETURN or ENT button
to go back to the play mode setup
menu.
Select the desired language by
pressing the or button. The
sound characteristics (Dolby Digital,
LPCM, MPEG Audio, dts) recorded
with the selected language are also
displayed next to the language.
To go back to play, press the return
button.
Rear Entertainment System
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ÝÛ Audio Language
You can select the dubbed language
bef ore playing DVDs.
Select ‘‘Audio Lang’’ by pressing theor button. You will see the
submenu next to ‘‘Audio Lang.’’
Follow the same instructions you
used to set the menu language.
If you made a mistake entering a
number, select ‘‘DEL’’ on the display
with the , , , or
button, and press the ENT
buttononthecontrolpanel.Then
select and enter the correct number
as described. The display returns to
the initial ‘‘Language’’ menu screen.
If you select ‘‘Yes,’’ the display
changes to the language code input
mode. Select the f irst number using
the,,,or
button, and press the ENT
button to enter it. Repeat this until all
f our numbers are entered. When the
f ourth number is entered, the cursor
automatically moves to ‘‘ENT’’ on the
display. Press the ENT button on the
control panel to enter the new
language code.
Rear Entertainment System
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Each headphone uses one AAA
battery. The battery is under the
cover on the lef t earpiece. To
remove the cover, insert a coin in the
slot and twist it slightly to pry the
cover away f rom the earpiece. Pull
the cover outward, and pivot it out of
the way.
Some state and local government
agencies prohibit the use of
headphones by the driver of a motor
vehicle. Always obey applicable laws
and regulations. The audio f or the rear entertainment
system is sent to the wireless
headphones that come with the
system. When using the headphones,
make sure you wear them correctly:
L (lef t) and R (right) are marked on
the sides of the frame. The antennas
are in the f ront of the earpieces. If
you wear the headphones backwards,
the antennas will be aimed away
from the system, affecting the sound
quality and range.
To use the headphones, pivot the
earpieces outward. This turns them
on. To adjust the volume, turn the
dial on the bottom of the right
earpiece. When you remove the
headphones, the earpieces
automatically pivot inward, and the
headphones turn of f . When not in
use, store the headphones in the
pocket of either f ront seat.
Replacing Bat t eriesWireless Headphones
Rear Entertainment System
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VOLUME
DIAL
TAB

There are three headphone
connectors f or the third seat
passengers. Each connector has its
own volume control. The system will accept auxiliary
inputs f rom standard video games
and video equipment.
V=Videojack
L = Lef t audio jack
R = Right audio jack
Auxiliary input jacks and headphone
connectors f or the rear
entertainment system are on the
back of the center console
compartment.
Remove the battery. Install the new
battery in the earpiece as shown in
the diagram next to the battery slot.
Slide the cover back into place on the
earpiece, then press down on the
back edge to lock it in place. Auxiliary Input Jacks
Rear Entertainment System
Features
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AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS
BATTERY COVER
HEADPHONE CONNECTORS
VOLUME
DIALS

Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved for your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes. Befo
re installing any accesso ry:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.
Befo re installing any electronic
accessory, have the insta ller
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
insp ect the final installation.
Modifying
your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsafe. Before you make any
modifications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the following
info rmation.
Al though non-Honda accessories
may fit on your vehicle, they may not
meet factory specifications, and
could adversely affect your vehicle’s
handling and stability. Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows as these may interf ere
with proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.283
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
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Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.