CD player HONDA PILOT 2011 2.G User Guide

The in-dash disc player/changer has
a sophisticated and delicate
mechanism. If you insert a damaged
disc as indicated in this section, it
maybecomestuckinsideand
damage the audio unit.
Examples of these discs are shown
to the right:Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and excessively thick discs
Damaged discs
Poor quality discs
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2.
3.
Protecting Your Discs
Additional Inf ormation on
Recommended Discs
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Sealed
With Plastic
Ring
Bubbled/
Wrinkled Using Printer
Label Kit
Warped Burrs
Chipped/
Cracked With Label/
Sticker
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Î This audio system can operate the
audio f iles on a USB f lash memory
device with the same controls used
f or the in-dash disc changer. To play
a USB f lash memory device, connect
it to the USB adapter cable in the
console compartment, then press the
AUX button. The ignition switch
must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or
ON (II) position.Only AAC f ormat f iles recorded
with iTunes are playable on this
audio unit. Do not keep a USB f lash memory
device in the vehicle. Direct
sunlight and high heat will damage
it.
We recommend backing up your
data bef ore playing a USB f lash
memory device.
Depending on the type and
number of f iles, it may take some
time bef ore they begin to play.
Depending on the sof tware the
f iles were made with, it may not be
possibletoplaysomefiles,or
display some text data.
You can select the AUX mode by
using the navigation system voice
control buttons, but cannot operate
theplaymodefunctions.
The recommended USB f lash
memory devices are 256 MB or
higher, and f ormatted with the FAT
f ile system. Some digital audio
players may be compatible as well.
The audio system reads and plays
the audio f iles on the USB f lash
memory device in MP3, WMA or
AAC f ormats. Depending on the
f ormat, the display shows MP3,
WMA or AAC when a USB flash
memory device is playing. The USB
f lash memory device limit is up to
700 f olders or up to 65535 f iles. Some USB f lash memory devices
(such as devices with security lock-
out f eatures, etc.) will not work in
this audio unit.
Do not use a device such as a card
reader or hard drive as the device
or your f iles may be damaged.
Do not connect your USB f lash
memory device using a hub.
Do not use an extension cable to
the USB adapter cable equipped
with your vehicle.
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To Play a USB Flash Memory
Device
Voice Cont rol Syst em
Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system)
Features
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Pressing the REAR CTRL OFF
button disables rear control. The
indicator in the button comes on and
your passengers can no longer
operate the system with the rear
control panel. When the button is
pressed, the ‘‘CTRL OFF’’ message
appears in the overhead screen to let
your passengers know that the
control panel is disabled.
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 should select another
source or insert a DVD.
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 (radio, disc
changer, DVD player, XM Radio, or
optional CD changer/tape player)
than the front 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. 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
audio display. The sound f or the rear
system is sent to the wireless
headphones.
If youwanttoturntherearspeakers
on again, press and hold the REAR
PWR button until the Rear Speakers
Of f icon goes of f .
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.
Press the REAR PWR button. The
indicator on the REAR PWR button
will come on. The rear seat
passengers can then operate the rear
system f rom the control panel in the
ceiling. The rear control panel can
also be detached and used as a
remote control, by pushing the
RELEASE button, and pulling the
remote toward you.
On vehicles with rear entertainment
systemTo Turn On the System
Rear Speakers
Rear Entertainment System
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Open the overhead screen by
pushing the OPEN button. The
screen will swing down part-way.
Pivot the screen the rest of the way.
If you pivot the screen too f ar
f orward, past the second detent, the
display will turn of f . Pivot the screen
back to the second or first detent to
turn the display back on. To close
the screen, pivot it up until it latches.
To operate the rear entertainment
system f rom the f ront panel, press
the REAR SOURCE button. You will
hear two beeps and the indicator in
the button comes on to show that the
control panel is enabled.
When REAR SOURCE is selected,
the f ront entertainment system
audio controls can also be used to
operate the rear entertainment
system in all modes.
If an audio CD is loaded into the
upper slot, select the CD/AUX
button. If a DVD or CD is loaded into
the lower slot, select the DVD button. To play the radio, the buttons for the
f ront entertainment system have the
same f unctions.
The media that the rear passengers
are listening to will then be heard
f rom the f ront speakers.
If you do not operate the rear
entertainment system f rom the f ront
panel within 10 seconds, the
indicator goes of f and the FRONT
SOURCE indicator comes on
automatically. The DVD player in your rear
entertainment system can play DVD
video discs, audio CDs, video CDs,
MP3/WMA discs and DTS CDs.
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To Select Rear Entertainment
f rom the Front Control Panel
Operating the DVD Player f rom
the Front Control Panel
Rear Entertainment System
Features
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REAR CONTROL PANEL
OPEN BUTTON
OVERHEAD SCREEN
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Insert a DVD into the lower DVD/
CD slot in the audio unit.
Push the DVD in half way, the drive
will pull it in the rest of the way.
Press the button if
the DVD does not start playing
automatically.
Press the button to
pause the DVD. Press the button
again or press PLAY to resume.
Pause works only with the DVD
player.
When the DVD menu is displayed,
‘‘DVD MENU’’ and ‘‘Push to
start’’ appears. Press button to
play the DVD.
Rear Entertainment System
PL AY
PAUSE
On vehicles wit h navigat ion syst em
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PLAY/PAUSE
BUTTON EJECT BUTTON
SKIP BAR
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There are various types of DVDs
available. Some of them are not
compatible with your system.
The DVD player in your rear
entertainment system can play
DVDs and CDs bearing the above
marks on their packages or jackets.Those packages or jackets should
also bear the designation of ‘‘1’’ or
‘‘ALL’’ region. DVD-ROMs cannot be
played in this system. The DVD player can also play discs
recorded in MP3/WMA f ormats and
DTS CDs.
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is
protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by
Macrovision, and is intended f or
home and other limited viewing uses
only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision.Manuf actured under license under
U.S. Patent ’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674;
5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 &
other U.S. and worldwide patents
issued & pending. DTS and DTS
Digital Surround are registered
trademarks and the DTS logos and
Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc.
1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights
Reserved.
Reverse engineering or disassembly
is prohibited.
The tips on how to handle and
protect DVDs are basically the same
as those f or compact discs. Ref er to
‘‘Protecting Your CDs’’ on page . 285
Playable DVDs
Protecting DVDs
Rear Entertainment System
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Thechartontherightexplainsthe
error messages you may see in the
display while playing a disc.
If you see an error message in the
display while playing a disc, press
the eject button. After ejecting the
disc, check it for damage or
deformation. If there is no damage,
insert the disc again.
Theaudiosystemwilltrytoplaythe
disc. If there is still a problem, the
error message will reappear. Press
the eject button, and pull out the disc.
Insert a dif f erent disc. If the new
disc plays, there is a problem with
the f irst disc. If the error message
cycle repeats and you cannot clear it,
take your vehicle to a dealer.Cause
Error Message Solution
FOCUS Error
Mechanical Error
High Temperature
Invalid region code
Invalid parental
control levelPress the disc eject button, and remove the disc.
Check for an error indication. Insert the disc
again. If the code does not disappear or the disc
cannot be removed, consult your dealer.
Press the disc eject button, and remove the disc.
Check for an error indication. Insert the disc
again. If the code does not disappear or the disc
cannot be removed, consult your dealer.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
The disc is not playable in this unit. Eject the
disc, and insert a disc compatible with this
system.
Reinsert the disc, and increase the parental
control level (see page
339).
Rear Entertainment System
DVD Player Error Messages
Features
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CHECK DISC
MECH ERROR HEAT ERRORREGION ERR
PARENTAL CHECK
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Economy, Fuel .399
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ........................................
System .431
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Emergencies .507
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Battery, Jump Starting . 517
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Brake System Indicator . 523
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Changing a Flat Tire . 509
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Charging System Indicator . 521
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Checking the Fuses . 525
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Driving with a Flat Tire . 508
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 130
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Jump Starting .517
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 521
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 522
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Overheated Engine . 519.......................................
Towing .531
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Emergency Brake .169
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Emergency Flashers .130
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Emergency Towing .531
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Emissions Controls .547
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Emissions Testing .550
Engine ..............
Check Starter System . 412
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 82
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If it Won’t Start .516
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .70, 522
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Oil Lif e .455
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 70,521
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 472
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Overheating .519
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Specif ications .539
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Speed Limiter .416
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Starting .411
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 547
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Exhaust Fumes .61
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .548
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Dashboard .3, 66
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Daytime Running Lights . 128
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Dead Battery .517
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 556
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 130
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Def rosting the Windows . 194,203
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Dif f erential Fluid .538
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Dimensions .538
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Dimming the Headlights . 126
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 478
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Engine Oil .398
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Directional Signals .73
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 429
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Disc Care .285
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Disc Changer .242, 274
Disc Changer Error ...........................
Messages .251, 284
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Disc Player .218, 242,274
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Disposal of Used Oil .474
Doors .................................
Indicator .13, 95
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Locking and Unlocking . 138
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Lockout Prevention . 144
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Power Door Locks . 138
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 540 ...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .409
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Economy .399
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .173
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 490
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DVD Player Error Messages . 345
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DVD Player .320
Index
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INDEX
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