Features -> Audio System for Your Honda CR-V SUV Fourth Generation (2011-2015)

Audio System  
About Your Audio System  
Models with navigation system  
1About 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  
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See the Navigation System Manual for operation of the audio system, Bluetooth®  
HandsFreeLink®, and voice commands for these features.  
Models without navigation system  
The audio system features AM/FM radio and the SiriusXM® Radio* service. It can also  
play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone, and  
Bluetooth® devices.  
SiriusXM® Radio* is available in the United States and  
Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.  
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, or  
the remote controls on the steering wheel.  
SiriusXM®* is a registered trademark of SiriusXM  
Radio, Inc.  
Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not  
supported.  
Remote Control  
iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.  
Models with one display  
iPod  
Models with two displays  
iPod  
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of  
handheld electronic devices while operating a  
vehicle.  
USB Flash  
Drive  
USB Flash Drive  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuAuxiliary Input Jack*  
Auxiliary Input Jack*  
1Auxiliary Input Jack*  
Use the jack to connect a standard audio device.  
1. Open the AUX cover.  
To switch the mode, press any of the audio mode  
buttons. You can return to the AUX mode by  
pressing the AUX button.  
2. Connect a standard audio 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.  
USB Adapter Cable*  
1USB Adapter Cable*  
Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the  
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may  
damage it.  
1. Unclip the USB connector and loosen the  
adapter cable.  
2. Install the iPod dock connector or the USB  
flash drive to the USB connector.  
Do not use an extension cable with the USB  
adapter cable.  
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 keeping your data backed up  
before using the device in your vehicle.  
Displayed messages may vary depending on the  
device model and software version.  
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try  
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To  
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions  
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuUSB Port(s)*  
USB Port(s)*  
1USB Port(s)*  
1. Open the cover.  
2. Install the iPod dock connector or the USB  
flash drive to the USB port.  
Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the  
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may  
damage it.  
Do not use an extension cable with 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 keeping your data backed up  
before using the device in your vehicle.  
Displayed messages may vary depending on the  
device model and software version.  
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try  
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To  
reboot, follow the manufacturer's instructions  
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuHDMI® Port*  
HDMI® Port*  
1HDMI® Port*  
1. Open the cover.  
2. Install the HDMI® cable to the HDMI® port.  
Do not leave the HDMI® connected device in the  
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may  
damage it.  
We recommend your data backed up before using  
the device in your vehicle.  
Displayed messages may vary depending on the  
device model and software version.  
HDMI Port  
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition  
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI  
Licensing LLC in the United States and other  
countries.  
Audio Antenna  
1Audio Antenna  
Your vehicle is equipped with a removable  
antenna at the rear of the roof.  
NOTICE  
Before using a “drive-through” car wash, remove the  
antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This prevents the  
antenna from being damaged by the car wash  
brushes.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuAudio System Theft Protection  
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 ENTER CODE*1/Enter Code*2.  
Reactivating the audio system  
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (w*3  
2. Turn on the audio system.  
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3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.  
u The audio system is reactivated when the audio control unit establishes a  
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize  
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.  
*1: Models with one display  
*2: Models with two displays  
*3: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button  
instead of an ignition switch.  
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uuAudio SystemuAudio Remote Controls  
Audio Remote Controls  
Allow you to operate the audio system while driving.  
1Audio Remote Controls  
SOURCE Button  
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:  
Models with one display  
Some sources will only appear when available, such  
as when a CD is inserted or when a compatible device  
is connected.  
SOURCE Button  
Button  
Button  
FM1 FM2 AM CD AUX  
Models with two displays  
FM AM SiriusXM®* CD USB iPod  
Pandora®* AhaTM Apps Bluetooth®  
Audio AUX HDMI®  
(+ Button  
(- Button  
MENU Button  
(+ (- (Volume) Buttons  
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.  
When listening to a CD, 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 CD or USB flash drive  
Press and hold : To skip to the next folder.  
Press and hold : To go back to the previous folder.  
When listening to Pandora®*  
Press : To skip to the next song.  
Press and hold : To select the previous station.  
Press and hold : To select the next station.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuAudio SystemuAudio Remote Controls  
Models with two displays  
1Audio Remote Controls  
Steering Wheel MENU Button  
When listening to the radio  
The MENU button is available only when the audio  
mode is FM, AM, CD, USB, iPod, Pandora®*, AhaTM  
or Bluetooth® Audio.  
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Press and hold the MENU button: To select the radio station by Scan, Save  
Preset, or Seek.  
When listening to the SiriusXM® radio*  
Press and hold the MENU button: To select Scan, Save Preset, Channel, or  
Category.  
When listening to a CD or USB flash drive  
Press and hold the MENU button: To select the song by Scan, Repeat, or  
Random.  
When listening to an iPod  
Press and hold the MENU button: To select the song by Repeat or Shuffle.  
When listening to Internet radio*  
Press and hold the MENU button: To select Bookmark, or Play/Pause.  
When listening to a Bluetooth® Audio  
Press and hold the MENU button: To select Pause or Play for the song.  
* Not available on all models  
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