Wi-Fi Connection; Aha ™ Radio; Apple Carplay - Honda Accord Sedan 2017 Owner's Manual

AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen

Wi-Fi Connection

You can connect the audio system to the internet using Wi-Fi and use online
services through the touchscreen. If your compatible phone has hotspot capabilities,
the system can be tethered to the phone. Follow the steps below to set up Wi-Fi
when the vehicle is stopped. Standard data rates apply with your phone service
provider.
1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2. Select Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
3. Select Wi-Fi On/Off Status, and select On.
4. Select Wi-Fi Network List. Make sure your phone's
Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.
5. Select the phone you want to connect to the
system. If the phone you want to connect does not
appear, select Scan.
6. Select Connect.
7. Enter a password for your phone. Select Done.
The Wi-Fi symbol is displayed on the list when
connection is successful.
Aha Radio
™
Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social
media through your vehicle's audio system.
Visit handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility. Standard data rates apply. Make sure you have an active Aha account.
Bluetooth connection
Connect your compatible smartphone via Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 81).
Make sure the HondaLink Connect app is downloaded to your phone (see page
63). Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
Wi-Fi connection
You can also connect via Wi-Fi (see page 64) or Wi-Fi tethering with your enabled
smartphone. Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
1. From the HOME screen, select Aha (swipe to the second screen if necessary).
2. Enter your Aha account email and password to begin using Aha.
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Models with touchscreen

Apple CarPlay

™
Connect a compatible iPhone to the system. You can use the touchscreen to make
a phone call, listen to music, and more. Visit the Apple CarPlay website for more
infromation.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone
and launching any compatible apps.
1. Connect the iPhone to the front USB port (see p.
50).
2. From the HOME screen, select Apple CarPlay.
3. Apple CarPlay requires you to send vehicle
information to Honda. Select Enable Once, Always
Enable, or Cancel.
4. Select a menu option.
Phone: Access your contacts, make phone calls, or listen to voicemail. While
connected to Apple CarPlay, calls can only be made through Apple CarPlay, not
through Bluetooth HandsFreeLink.
Messages: View and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you aloud
by the system.
Music: Play music stored on your iPhone.
Maps: View a map and operate navigation. You can only use Apple CarPlay or the
pre-installed navigation system to set a destination with routing guidance.
Once connected, press and hold the Talk button to operate the system using voice
commands with Siri Eyes Free.
Apple CarPlay requires a compatible iPhone with an active cellular connection and data plan. Your
carrier's rate plans will apply.
Use of Apple CarPlay will result in the transmission of certain user and vehicle information (such as
vehicle location, speed, and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay experience. You will
need to consent to the sharing of this information on the Display Audio screen.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software, and other technology integral to providing Apple
CarPlay functionality, as well as new or revised governmental regulations, may result in a decrease
or cessation of Apple CarPlay functionality and services. Honda cannot and does not provide any
warranty or guarantee of future Apple CarPlay performance or functionality.
It is possible to use third-party apps if they are compatible with Apple CarPlay. Refer to the Apple
website for information on compatible apps.
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
HOME screen
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay menu
Return
to HOME
screen
Return to Apple CarPlay menu screen
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