Using HFL

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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 www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876.
• Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call (888) 528-7876.

To use HFL, the Bluetooth setting must be On.

Voice control tips

• Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the windows, as noise coming from them may interfere with the microphone.
• Press and release the when you want to button when you want to call a number using a stored voice tag, a phonebook name, or a number. Speak clearly and naturally after a beep.
• If the microphone picks up voices 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 prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.

HFL Buttons

(Pick-up) button: Press

to go to the Phone Call screen or to answer an (Pick-up) button: Press to go to the Phone Call screen or to answer an incoming call.

Press to end a call or to cancel a command. (Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a command.

give HFL voice commands. (Talk) button: Press to give HFL voice commands.

PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.

Interface dial: Rotate select an item on the screen, then press to select an item on the screen, then press ,. Move ,, or, to select secondary menu. or ■HFL Status Display to select secondary menu.

■HFL Status Display

The audio/information screen notifies you when there is an incoming call.

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HFL Limitations An incoming call on HFL will interrupt the audio system when it is playing. It will resume when the call is ended.

The information that appears on the audio/ information screen varies between phone models.

You can change the system language to English, French, or Spanish.

■Limitations for Manual Operation

Certain manual functions are disabled or

Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion.

You cannot select a grayed-out option until the vehicle is stopped.

Only previously stored speed dial entries with voice tags, phonebook names, or numbers can be called using voice commands while the vehicle is in motion.

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