Honda Connect 7 Manual

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 
GUIDE 
 
 
Ver. 1.2 – 07/16 

 
Frequently Asked Questions 
 
CONTENTS 
  
1. Honda Connect Settings ......................................................................................... 3 
2. Device connectivity (Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth/Mirrorlink) ................................................ 5 
3. Internet browsing ................................................................................................... 9 
4. Audio & Video playback ...........................................................................................

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1. Honda Connect Settings  
 
Q: Why does the display sometimes take over a minute to be ready to use               
(I see a 2D design H symbol during this time)? 
A: The unit normally takes just a few seconds to become ready from ignition ON but 
sometimes a full reboot is performed. Under these circumstances it will display a 2D 
design ‘H’ symbol, prior to the usual 3D design ‘H’ symbol, and this can take 
approximately one minute before normal operation is resumed. 
 
Q: Why do I not see...

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Q: How do I reset the device in cases of system error messages etc.  
A: Like all computers sometimes programs or applications unexpectedly stop running.  
The Honda Connect will inform the user by way of an error message.  To reinstate 
the program a full reboot may be required.  This can be done by pressing and holding 
down the Honda Connect power button for more than 10 seconds. 
 
Q: Why do I need to change the language in the Honda Connect as well as in the 
Centre Display i-MID? (i-MID is...

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2. Device connectivity (W i-Fi/ Bluetooth/Mirrorlink) 
 
Q: Why do I get a message “Unable to connect to smartphone” after I press the 
smartphone image in the audio source menu? 
 
A: The smartphone icon is used when the smartphone is setup and connected for use 
with phone applications via MirrorLink1.1. If the phone is not capable of Mirrorlink 
or has not been connected via Bluetooth and USB this message will be displayed. 
 
Q: Why does my phone sometimes not charge when connected to a USB...

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Q: What does the Wi-Fi symbol shown on the status bar refer to?  
 
A: The Wi-Fi symbol shown on the status bar indicates the connection strength 
between the Honda Connect and the connected device that has been set-up as a 
portable Wi-Fi hot spot.  It is not a measure of Internet connectivity strength etc. 
 
Q: What Mobile phones are compatible with Honda Connect for mirrorlink? 
A: Mirrorlink compatible phone list can be found on the Mirrorlink website 
www.mirrorlink.com. 
 
Q: How do I set-up...

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Q: How do I know which phone(s) is/are connected for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth audio and 
HFT?  
A: The phone that is connected to the Honda Connect unit though Wi-Fi is positioned 
at the top of the Wi-Fi device list within the Settings Menu and is highlighted. (A).  
The phone/s that is/are connected for BTA and/or HFT are shown within the 
Bluetooth device list within the Settings menu and have the appropriate icon 
highlighted white. (B). Music note icon indicates BTA, phone icon indicates HFT. 
 
Q:...

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If the phone is still not found by the system try the following sequence: - 
HOME > Settings > Android > Bluetooth > Search for devices (top right of screen) -> 
Find phone under ‘Devices Available’ and select -> pairing code will be offered. 
Phone is now paired. Go to HOME -> Settings -> Phone to connect to HFT, and 
Settings -> Audio to connect to BTA.  
 
Q: My phone does not always auto reconnect to Wi-Fi when I return to my car?  
A: Most phones have a time-out feature regarding how long the...

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3. Internet browsing 
 
Q: Why do I have to connect my Smartphone to the Honda Connect through Wi-Fi? 
A: Honda Connect uses the wireless connection method of Wi-Fi to provide a mobile 
connection for the on-board Apps and Internet browser function. 
 
Mobile Device             Wi-Fi                 Honda Connect                           Live Content 
 
                                  
Q: When listening to an Internet video whilst driving, how do I control (Pause / 
Stop / Fast Forward / Rewind)?...

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Q: Is it possible to change the Internet browser home page away from Google? 
A: Yes, this can be changed through the Browser settings menu. Open Internet 
browser, press the MENU button, scroll down the list and select ‘Settings’, select 
‘General’, select ‘Set homepage’, choose from the list of ‘Current’, ‘Default’, ‘Blank’ 
or ‘Most visited’ or ‘other’. 
 
 
Q: How do I view Bookmarks, Browsing history and Saved Pages on the Internet 
Browser? 
A: Open Internet browser, press the MENU button,...