HONDA PILOT 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 240
USB Ports ......................................... 241
Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 242
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 243
Audio Remote Controls .................... 244
Audio System Basic Operation ..... 247, 265
Audio Error Messages
CD Player*....................................... 345
iPod/USB Flash Drive ........................ 347
Android/Apps .................................. 349
Models with Display Audio
General Information on the Audio System SiriusXM ® Radio Service
*................. 350
Recommended CDs*....................... 351
Compatible iPod, iPad, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives .................................... 353
Honda App License Agreement ........ 355
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/
Android Auto ................................. 367
About Open Source Licenses ............ 369
License Information
*........................ 370 Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System
*........................................... 375
Customized Features ................ 423, 430
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
*.. 449
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ..... 452, 477
CabinTalk
TM *...................................... 503
* Not available on all models
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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System
The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio* service. It can also
play audio CDs*, WMA/MP3/AAC files*, USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone, iPad*
and Bluetooth ® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the buttons
* and knobs on the panel, the
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the touchscreen interface*.
1 About Your Audio System
SiriusXM ® Radio is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM ® Radio,
contact a dealer.
*
2 General Information on the Audio System
P. 350
SiriusXM ® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Ha waii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
*
SiriusXM® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.*
Video CDs and 3-inch (8 -cm) mini CDs are not
supported.
iPod, iPad, iPhone and iT unes are trademarks of
Apple Inc.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
After you set the power m ode to VEHICLE OFF, you
can use the audio system for up to 30 minutes per
driving cycle, or until opening the driver's door.
However, whether you can continue using the audio
system depends on the batter y condition. Repeatedly
using this feature ma y drain the battery.
Models with Blu-rayTM player
Models with Display AudioRemote Controls iPod
USB Flash Drive
*1
*2
*1 : Models with color audio system
*2 : Models with Display Audio
* Not available on all models
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Features
USB Ports
■On the console panel
The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio files
on a USB flash drive, connecting a cell phone,
and charging devices.
The USB port (2.5A) is for charging devices,
playing audio files and connecting compatible
phones with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. u To prevent any potenti al issues, be sure
to use an Apple MFi Certified Lightning
Connector for Apple CarPlay, and for
Android Auto, the USB cables should be
certified by USB-IF to be compliant with
USB 2.0 Standard.
■In the consol e compartment
The USB port (2.5A) is only for charging
devices.
1 USB Ports
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•We recommend that you us e a USB cable if you are
attaching a USB flash drive to 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.
The USB port can supply up to 2.5A of power. It does
not output 2.5A unless requested by the device.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that ne eds to be charged.
This port is for battery charge only. You cannot play
music even if you have conne cted a music player to it.
USB charge
In the console compartment
On the console panel
Models
with
color
audio
system
Models
with
Display
Audio
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
In the console compartment
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uuAudio System uAuxiliary Input Jack
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Features
■On the back of the console
compartment*
The USB ports (2.5A) are only for charging
devices.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Use the jack to connect devices.
1. Open the cover.
2. Connect a device to the input jack using a
1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
u The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
1USB Ports
These ports are for battery charge only. You cannot
play music even if you have connected a music player
to them.
Under certain conditions, a device connected to the port
may generate noise in the radio you are listening to.
On the back of the console compartment
On the back of the console
compartment
USB Ports
1 Auxiliary Input Jack
To switch to another mode, press the RADIO or
MEDIA button.
To return to the AUX mode, press the MEDIA
button.
To switch to another mode or return to the AUX
mode, select the audio source icon.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace
the audio system.
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uAudio System Theft Protection
Features
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.
■Reactivating the audio system
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system powe r button for more than two seconds.
u The audio system is reac tivated when the audio co ntrol unit establishes a
connection with the vehicl e control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.
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uuAudio System uAudio Remote Controls
Features
Audio Remote Controls
Allow you to operate the audio system while driving.
SOURCE Button
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:
FM1FM2 AM USB/iPod Bluetooth®
Audio AUX
(+/(- (Volume) Bar
Press
(+: To increase the volume.
Press
(-: To decrease the volume.
/ Buttons
• When listening to the radio
Press : To select the next preset radio station.
Press : To select the previous preset radio station.
Press and hold : To select the next strong station.
Press and hold : To select the previous strong station.
• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, or Bluetooth ® Audio
Press : To skip to the next song.
Press : To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.
• When listening to a USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio
Press and hold : To skip to the next folder.
Press and hold : To go back to the previous folder.
1Audio Remote Controls
Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions may not be available.Models with color audio system
/
Buttons
SOURCE Button
(+/(-
Bar
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uuAudio System uAudio Remote Controls
Features
Allow you to operate the audio system whil e driving. The information is shown on
the driver information interface.
(+/(- (Volume) Bar
Press
(+: To increase the volume.
Press
(-: To decrease the volume.
1 Audio Remote Controls
Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions may not be available.
Press the (back) button to go back to the
previous screen or cancel a command.
Press the (home) button to go back to the home
screen of the driver information interface.
You can show or hide the audio mode icons, or
change the order of the icons. 2 Show/Hide Apps P. 122
2 Arrange Apps P. 123Models with Display Audio
ENTER Button
(+/(-
Bar// /
Buttons34
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Features
/ / / /ENTER Buttons
• When selecting the audio mode
Press or to select Now Playing on the home screen of the driver
information interface, and then press the ENTER button.
Press or : To cycles through the audio modes as follows:
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay SiriusXM ®
*Rear Entertainment*AUX
Input AM Bluetooth ® AudioSocial Playlist FM My Honda Music USB/
iPod CD
*
• When listening to the radio
Press : To select the next preset radio station.
Press : To select the previous preset radio station.
• When listening to a CD
*, iPod, USB flash drive, My Honda Music, or Bluetooth®
Audio
Press : To skip to the next song.
Press : To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.
34
34
34
* Not available on all models
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Audio System Basic Operation
To use the audio system, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.Use the selector knob or MENU/CLOCK
button to access some audio functions.
Press to switch between the normal and
extended display fo r some functions.
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection.
MENU/CLOCK button: Press to select any
mode.
The available modes include wallpaper,
display, clock, language setup, and play
modes. Play mode choices include scan,
random, repeat, and so on.
(Back) button: Press to go back to the previous display.
(Sound) button: Press to select the sound setting mode.
(Day/Night) button: Press to change the audio/information screen
brightness.
Press the button, then adjust the brightness using . u Each time you press the button, the mode switches between the daytime
mode, nighttime mode and off mode.
Models with color audio system1 Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
Menu Items 2 Adjusting the Clock P. 136
2 Wallpaper Setup P. 250
2 Adjusting the Sound P. 252
2 Display Setup P. 253
2 Customized Features P. 423
Press the button on the stee ring wheel to change any
audio setting. 2 Audio Remote Controls P. 244
One of the operating system s used in this unit is
eCos.
For software license terms and condition, visit their
website (eCos license URL:
http://ecos.sourceware.org/license-overview.html )
For source code disclo sure and other details
regarding eCos, visit:
http://www.hondaopensource2.com
(Back) Button
Selector Knob
MENU/CLOCK
Button
(Day/Night) Button
(Sound) Button
Menu Display
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Features
Audio/Information Screen
Displays the audio status and wallpaper. From this screen, you can go to various
setup options.
■Switching the Display
Audio/Information Screen
Audio
Clock/Wallpaper
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