Honda CIVIC HATCHBACK - User Manual

AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
How to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
Basic Audio Operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system.
Note: When the screen is viewed through polarized sunglasses, a rainbow
pattern may appear on the screen due to optical characteristics of the screen.
n USB Port
Models with Color Audio
Install the device USB connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.
The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio
files on a USB flash drive and
connecting a cellular phone and
charging device.
Models with Display Audio
The USB port (1.5A) is for charging devices, playing audio files and
connecting compatible phones with Apple CarPlay
®
or Android Auto
™
In the console compartment
*1
The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio
files on the USB flash drive and
connecting a cellular phone and
charging device.
Move the removable beverage holder
tray rearward.
*1 - If equipped
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY

Summary

AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY

Basic Audio Operation

Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system. Note about polarized sunglasses.

USB Port Functionality

Details on USB ports for audio playback, charging, and phone connectivity across different models.

Accessory Power Socket

Sound Adjustment Options

Color Audio System Sound Adjustments

Adjust Bass, Middle, Treble, Fader, Balance, and Speed-sensitive Volume.

Display Audio System Sound Adjustments

Adjust Bass, Middle, Treble, Fader, Balance, Subwoofer, and Speed Volume Compensation.

Audio Remote Controls

Color Audio System Controls

Operation of buttons for volume, seeking tracks, and preset selection.

Display Audio System Controls

Operation of touchscreen icons for volume, seeking tracks, and preset selection.

Audio;Information Screen and Display Switching

Color Audio System Overview

Display Audio System Overview

AM;FM Radio Operation

Color Audio System Radio

Using volume knob, skip/seek buttons, and preset buttons for AM/FM radio.

Display Audio System Radio

Using touchscreen for volume, skip/seek, and preset selection for AM/FM radio.

Bluetooth Audio Playback

Color Audio System Bluetooth

Playing audio via Bluetooth, indicator, skip/seek, and play/pause controls.

Display Audio System Bluetooth

Playing audio via Bluetooth on touchscreen, indicator, skip/seek, and play/pause.

Overview

1. Basic Audio Operation
2. USB Port
3. Accessory Power Socket
4. Adjusting the Sound
5. Audio Remote Controls
6. Audio/Information Screen
7. Color Audio System
8. Display Audio System
9. AM/FM Radio
10. Bluetooth® Audio
11. Important Technical Specifications

This document provides an overview of the audio and connectivity features in a vehicle, detailing how to operate the audio system, connect devices, and adjust sound settings.

Basic Audio Operation

The vehicle's audio system allows connection of various audio devices and offers intuitive controls through buttons and displays. A note advises that viewing the screen with polarized sunglasses may result in a rainbow pattern due to the screen's optical characteristics.

USB Port

The vehicle is equipped with USB ports for connecting devices and flash drives.

• Models with Color Audio:

  • Function: The USB port (1.0A) is designed for playing audio files from a USB flash drive and connecting a cellular phone for charging.
  • Usage: Install the device's USB connector or a USB flash drive into the USB port.

• Models with Display Audio:

  • Function: The USB port (1.5A) is used for charging devices, playing audio files, and connecting compatible phones for Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™.
  • In the console compartment (if equipped): An additional USB port (1.0A) is available for playing audio files from a USB flash drive and connecting a cellular phone for charging. To access it, move the removable beverage holder tray rearward.

Accessory Power Socket

• Function: An accessory power socket is located in the front console panel.
• Usage: It can be used when the vehicle is ON or in ACCESSORY Mode. Open the cover to use it.
• Maintenance/Warning: A "NOTICE" advises against inserting an automotive-type cigarette lighter element, as this can overheat the power socket.

Adjusting the Sound

The audio system offers various sound adjustment options.

• Models with Color Audio:

  • Usage: Press the sound button and rotate the selector knob to scroll through the following choices: Bass, Middle, Treble, Fader, Balance, and Speed-sensitive Volume Compensation.

• Models with Display Audio:

  • Usage:
    1. Press the Sound button.
    2. Select Menu.
    3. Select Sound.
    4. Select a tab from the following choices:

• BAS-MID-TRE: Adjusts Bass, Middle, and Treble.

• FAD-BAL1/FAD-BAL-SUBW1: Adjusts Fader, Balance, and Subwoofer (if equipped).

• SVC1/SVC-Neural1: Adjusts Speed Volume Compensation and DTS Neural Surround™ (if equipped).

Audio Remote Controls

The vehicle includes remote controls for audio functions.

• Models with Color Audio and Display Audio:
  • Volume Buttons (+/-): Press to adjust the volume.
  • Up/Down Arrows: Press to cycle through the available audio modes.

Audio/Information Screen

• Function: This screen displays the status of each mode and wallpaper. It also provides access to various setup options.
• Switching the Display: Press the NAV, PHONE, INFO, and AUDIO buttons to navigate to the corresponding display.

Color Audio System

This section details the controls for the color audio system.

• Buttons and Knobs:
  1. Day/Night Button
  2. Radio Button
  3. Media Button
  4. Volume/Power Knob: Push to turn the audio system on and off; turn to adjust the volume.
  5. Seek/Skip Button
  6. Seek/Skip Button
  7. Audio Information Screen
  8. Phone Button
  9. Sound Button
  10. Selector Knob
  11. Menu/Clock Button
  12. Back Button
  13. Preset Buttons (1-6)

Display Audio System

This system utilizes simple gestures like touching, swiping, and scrolling for audio functions.

• Controls:
  1. Home Button
  2. Day/Night Button
  3. Navigation*1 (if equipped)
  4. Audio/Information Screen
  5. Volume/Power Knob
  6. Back Button
  7. Phone Button
  8. Audio Button
  9. Map Button*1 (if equipped)
• Usage Notes:
  • Some items may be grayed out while driving to minimize distraction. These can be selected when the vehicle is stopped or by using voice commands.
  • Wearing gloves may hinder or prevent touchscreen response.

AM/FM Radio

Instructions for operating the AM/FM radio are provided.

• Models with Color Audio:

  1. Volume/Power Knob: Push to turn the audio system on and off; turn to adjust the volume.
  2. Skip/Seek Buttons: Press to change tracks or files.
  3. Preset Buttons/Icon: Tune to the selected station.

• Models with Display Audio:

  1. Volume/Power Knob: Push to turn the audio system on and off; turn to adjust the volume.
  2. Skip/Seek Buttons: Press to change tracks or files.
  3. Preset Buttons/Icon: Tune to the selected station.

Bluetooth® Audio

• Function: Play audio from a compatible phone paired with Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.

• Compatibility: Visit handsfreelink.com to check phone compatibility. Canadian customers can call (855) 490-7351 for HandsFreeLink® inquiries.

• Models with Color Audio:

  1. Bluetooth® Indicator: Appears when your phone is connected to HFL.
  2. Skip/Seek Buttons: Press to change tracks or files.
  3. Play/Pause Icon

• Models with Display Audio:

  1. Bluetooth® Indicator: Appears when your phone is connected to HFL.
  2. Skip/Seek Buttons: Press to change tracks or files.
  3. Play/Pause Icon

Important Technical Specifications:

• USB Port (Color Audio): 1.0A
• USB Port (Display Audio): 1.5A
• USB Port (Console Compartment, if equipped): 1.0A
• USB Cable Certification: Apple MFi Certified Lightning Connector for Apple CarPlay® or USB-IF compliant USB 2.0 Standard for Android Auto™.

Honda CIVIC HATCHBACK Specifications