pairing phone HONDA RIDGELINE 2019 Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid AutoTM
Features
Android AutoTM
When you connect an Android phone to the Display Audio system via USB, Android
Auto is automatically initia ted. When connected via Android Auto, you can use the
audio/information touch screen to access the Phone, Google Maps (Navigation),
Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When you first use Android Auto, a
tutorial will appe ar on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tuto rial while safely parked before using
Android Auto.
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1Android AutoTM
To use Android Auto, you need to download the
Android Auto app from Google Play to your
smartphone.
Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are
compatible with Android Auto.
Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used with Android Auto
phone.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto and when launching any
compatible apps.
To use Android Auto, connect the USB cable to the
front USB port. The USB port in the center console
storage will not enable Android Auto operation.
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To directly access the Android Auto phone function,
press Phone on the home screen.
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When your Android phone is connected to Android
Auto, it is not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio.
However, other previously paired phones can stream
audio via Bluetooth ® while Android Auto is
connected. 2 Phone Setup P. 385

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Features
d Music and audio
Play Google Play Music and music apps that are compatible with Android Auto.
To switch between music apps, press this icon.
e Go back to the Home Screen.
f Voice
Operate Android Auto with your voice.
When you connect an Android phone to the unit via USB, Android Auto is
automatically initiated.
■Enabling Android Auto Cancel: Does not allow this consent.
Enable once : Allows only once. (Prompt
shows again next time.)
Always enable : Allows anytime. (Prompt
does not show again.)
You may change the consent settings under
the Smartphone settings menu.
■Auto Pairing Connection
1Enabling Android Auto
Only initialize Android Auto when you safely parked.
When Android Auto first detects your phone, you will
need to set up your phone so that auto pairing is
possible. Refer to the inst ruction manual that came
with your phone.
You can use the method below to change Android
Auto settings after you have completed the initial
setup:
Select HOME Settings Smartphone Android
Auto
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is
governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.

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Features
*1:Default Setting
Setup
GroupCustomizable FeaturesDescriptionSelectable Settings
Phone
Setup
Bluetooth
Setup
Add New DevicePairs a new phone to HFL.
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Connect a Phone
Pairs a new phone or connects a paired phone
to HFL.
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Connect an Audio
DeviceConnects a Bluetooth® Audio device to HFL.—
Disconnect All DevicesDisconnects a paired phone from HFL.—
Delete DeviceDeletes a paired phone.—
Pass-KeyChanges a pairing code.—
Speed DialEdits, adds or deletes a speed dial entry.
2Speed Dial P. 367—
RingtoneSelects the ring tone.Mobile Phone*1/Fixed
Caller ID InfoPrioritizes the caller’s name or phone number
as the caller ID.Name Priority*1/Number
Priority
System ClearCancels/Resets all customized items in the
Phone Setup group as default.—

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uuCustomized Features u
Features
Bluetooth On/Off Status
Default
Bluetooth/Wi-FiBluetooth
Bluetooth Device List
Edit Pairing Code
Wi-FiWi-Fi On/Off Status
Wi-Fi Network List
Wi-Fi Information
Android Auto
SmartphoneApple CarPlay

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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Bluetooth/
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Bluetooth On/Off
StatusSelects to display the Bluetooth® status.On*1/Off
Bluetooth Device
ListPairs a new phone to HFL, edits or deletes a paired
phone, or creates a security PIN.
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Edit Pairing CodeEdits a pairing code.
2To change the pairing code setting P. 386Random/Fixed*1
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi On/Off StatusChanges the Wi-Fi mode.On /Off*1
Wi-Fi Network ListConnects, disconnects, or deletes the Wi-Fi network.—
Wi-Fi InformationShows the Wi-Fi information of the head unit.—
DefaultCancels/Resets all customized items in the
Bluetooth/Wi-Fi group as default.Yes/No
Smart
phone Apple
CarPlay
Sets up the Apple CarPlay connection. —
Android
Auto Sets up the Android Auto connection. —

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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle’s audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen or to answer an
incoming call. (Hang-up/Back) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a command.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
(Phone) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press .
■HFL Buttons
1 Using HFL
Place your phone where y ou can get good reception.
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:
•U.S.: Visit automobiles.honda.com /handsfreelink/,
or call 1-888-528-7876.
•Canada: For more info rmation on smartphone
compatibility, call 1-888-528-7876.
Voice control tips
•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the
windows, as noise coming fr om them may interfere
with the microphone.
•Press and release the button when you want to
call a number using a st ored voice tag. Speak
clearly and naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up vo ices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.
•To change the volume level, use the audio system’s
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
Models with color audio system
Microphone
(Talk) Button
(Hang-up/Back) Button
(Pick-up) Button
Selector Knob (Phone) Button
Volume up
Volume down

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Features
*1 : Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.
Redial the last number dialed in the phone’s history.
Add New Device
Connect a Phone
Connect an Audio Device
Bluetooth SetupPhone Setup
Redial*1
Pair a phone to the system.
Connect a phone to the system.
Change a pairing code.
Disconnect All Devices
Delete Device
Pass-key
Disconnect a paired device from the system.
Delete a previously paired device. Connect a
Bluetooth® Audio device to the
system.

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Features
■To pair a cell phone (when there is no
phone paired to the system)
1. Press the button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Yes, then press .
3. Make sure your phone is in search or
discoverable mode, then press .
u HFL automatically searches for a
Bluetooth ® device.
4. When your phone appears on the list, select
it by pressing .
u If your phone does not appear, select
Phone Not Found? and search for
Bluetooth ® devices using your phone.
From your phone, select
HandsFreeLink .
5. The system gives you a pairing code on the
audio/information screen.
u Confirm if the pairing code on the screen
and your phone match.
This may vary by phone.
6. A notification appears on the screen if
pairing is successful.
■Phone Setup1Phone Setup
Your Bluetooth -compatible phone must be paired to
HFL before you can make and receive hands-free
calls.
Phone Pairing Tips:
•You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is
moving.
•Up to six phones can be paired.
•Your phone’s battery may dr ain faster when it is
connected to HFL.
•If your phone is not ready for pairing or not found
by the system within three minutes, the system will
time out and return to idle.
Once you have paired a phone, you can see it
displayed on the screen with one or two icons on the
right side.
These icons indicate the following: : The phone can be used with HFL.
: The phone is compatible with Bluetooth® Audio.

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Features
6. Make sure your phone is in search or
discoverable mode, then press .
u HFL automatically searches for a
Bluetooth ® device.
7. When your phone appears on the list, select
it by pressing .
u If your phone does not appear, select
Phone Not Found? and search for
Bluetooth ® devices using your phone.
From your phone, select
HandsFreeLink .
8. The system gives you a pairing code on the
audio/information screen.
u Confirm if the pairing code on the screen
and your phone match.
This may vary by a phone.

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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
Features
■To change the pairing code setting
1. Press the button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then
press .
3. Rotate to select Bluetooth Setup, then
press .
4. Rotate to select Pass-Key, then press
.
5. Input a new pairing code, then press .