How do I connect an iPod to the audio system?
How do I connect an iPod to the audio system?
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Your Accord’s audio system can support a number of iPod versions, including the fifth generation, iPod Classic (80 GB, 120 GB and 160 GB), the iPod Nano and the iPod Touch. To connect your iPod to the audio system, just follow these steps:
Make sure the ignition is set to I or II.
Make sure you have your iPod dock connector (hubs are not recommended).
Lift the lid on the center console and locate the USB connector. Pull it out.
Connect the USB connector to your iPod’s dock connector.
Make sure that the audio system shows the iPod indicator. If it doesn’t, check the connection between the iPod and the USB connector, and verify that the iPod is on.
Use the selector knob, Enter button and Menu button to sort through your files. This is identical to accessing the audio system’s menu and very similar to choosing XM Radio stations.
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Connecting Your iPod to Your Stereo
Plug the cable into your iPod headphone jack (or your iPod dock if you have one) and then plug the RCA audio jacks into your stereo receiver. Now, all the music you have on your iPod can be played on your home stereo. The sound quality is surprisingly good.
A car cassette adapter is the easiest and least expensive way to listen to an iOS device in a car without aux. This is only an option if the head unit has a tape player, and that`s increasingly rare.
Restart your device and your car. Make sure that your device is unlocked and on the Home screen. If possible, try to connect using another cable or USB port. Check the manual that came with your car to learn how to connect an Apple device.
When a car stereo is iPod compatible and includes a USB port, you can typically use any dock connector or lightning cable that has a standard USB connector at the other end. Using this type of connection works just like connecting your iPod to your computer, only you`re plugging it into your car stereo instead.
Check first to see if your car stereo has a USB input. If so, simply connect your iPod`s charging cord to the iPod and then to the USB slot on your stereo, and you`re done.
You can play thousands of broadcast radio stations on iPod touch. Ask Siri: Activate Siri, then say something like, “Play Wild 94.9” or “Tune in to ESPN Radio.” Search for a station: Tap Search, enter the station in the search field, then tap a result to play the station.
Connect a USB flash drive or other audio device, such as an iPod or iPhone®. Install the flash drive or cable connector to the USB port in the center console. The right-side port (1.0A) is for playing audio, connecting a phone, and device charging. The left-side port (2.5A)* is for device charging only.
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How do I connect an iPod to the audio system?
ANSWER : Your Accord’s audio system can support a number of iPod versions, including the fifth generation, iPod Classic (80 GB, 120 GB and 160 GB), the iPod Nano and the iPod Touch. To connect your iPod to the audio system, just follow these steps:
Make sure the ignition is set to I or II.
Make sure you have your iPod dock connector (hubs are not recommended).
Lift the lid on the center console and locate the USB connector. Pull it out.
Connect the USB connector to your iPod’s dock connector.
Make sure that the audio system shows the iPod indicator. If it doesn’t, check the connection between the iPod and the USB connector, and verify that the iPod is on.
Use the selector knob, Enter button and Menu button to sort through your files. This is identical to accessing the audio system’s menu and very similar to choosing XM Radio stations.
How do I use the audio system with a navigation system?
ANSWER : If you have an Accord with an in-dash navigation system, there’s good news. Most of your audio system functionality still comes from the standard buttons on the interface. However, there are some things you can only do by using the “interface dial”. This is the large knob on the lower center portion of your system. It combines three different elements:
The enter button
The rotating knob
The selector direction pad (up, down, left and right)
The selector pad is what lets you access the menu system, and scroll through lists, menus and other items.
To access a menu item, use the arrows or knob to highlight it, and then press enter.
What versions of the iPod are compatible with the audio system?
ANSWER : While the audio system in your car was designed to support some devices, including the iPod, it doesn’t support all versions. Here’s what you need to know concerning whether your particular device can be connected:
Supported Versions:
Classic iPod (both 80 and 160 GB versions)
120 GB iPod Classic
5th generation iPod (with video)
iPod Nano (first through fifth generation)
iPod Touch (first and second gen)
How do I connect an iPod to the sound system?
ANSWER : Your vehicle is designed for iPod connectivity. Connecting an iPod is easy:
1. Locate the iPod outlet connector, which is in the center console compartment.
2. Connect the specialized cable to the iPod outlet connector.
3. Connect the other end of the specialized cable to the iPod.
4. Push the iPod button on the sound system.
When the iPod is connected, it can only be controlled through the sound system.
What do the iPod error messages mean on the audio system?
ANSWER : Your Accord’s audio system is designed to provide some information in the form of error messages if a problem is encountered while connected to your iPod. You’ll find a brief summary below.
USB Error: This means there’s a problem with the adapter.
Bad USB Device Please Check Owner’s Manual: This means the device is incompatible. Disconnect the iPod, turn off the audio system and then turn it on again. Do not reconnect the iPod.
No Files in iPod: This indicates that there are no files stored on your iPod.
Unsupported Ver.: This indicates that the audio system does not support your iPod’s operating system version. You may need to update the iPod.
Connect Retry: This indicates a bad connection, and the iPod should be reconnected.
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