Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
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Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstPower Windows, Moonroof
The master control panel also con- tains these extra features:
AUTO — To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, pull back on the window switch briefly.
To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.
The AUTO function only works to lower the driver's window. To raise the window, you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.
Instruments and Controls
The MAIN switch controls power to the passengers' windows. With this switch off, the passengers' windows cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure them- selves by operating the windows unintentionally.
The power window system has a key- off delay function. The windows will still operate for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. Opening either front door cancels the delay function. You must turn the ignition switch ON (II) again before you can raise or lower the windows.
Moonroof
MOONROOF SWITCH
On EX and EX V-6 models The moonroof has two positions: it can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof. The ignition switch must be ON (II).
Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then turn the ignition ON (II) for the moonroof to operate.
NOTICE
If you try to open the moonroof in below-freezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the top of the switch ). To open the moonroof, press and hold the bottom of the ).Release the switch switch ( when the moonroof gets to the desired position. Make sure everyone's hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it.
Opening or closing the moonroof on someone's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.
Moonroof, Mirrors
Mirrors
TAB
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.
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Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstMirrors
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
SELECTOR SWITCH
2. Move the selector switch to L
(driver's side) or R (passenger's side).
On all models except DX Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver's door armrest:
Instruments and Controls
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH 3. Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up or down.
4. When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can't move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstHEATED MIRROR BUTTON
Parking Brake
NOTICE
Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles.
Mirrors, Parking Brake
On all Canadian models except DX model The outside mirrors are heated to re- move fog and frost. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running (see page 55).
Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstYou can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing R sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour. For example:
1:06 would RESET to 1:00. 1:52 would RESET to 2:00.
Digital Clock
H M R
The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch in any position. To set the clock:
1. Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time.
2. Press and hold the M button until
the numbers advance to the desired time.
Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstConsole Compartment
Coin Box
LEVER
LEVER
Console Compartment, Coin Box
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
To open the console compartment, pull up on the lower lever and lift the lid.
To close, lower the lid and push it down until it latches.
You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid. To use the tray, pull up on the upper lever and lift up the armrest pad.
COIN BOX
The coin box is located under the air- vent. To open the coin box, pull the bottom edge. Close it with a firm push.
Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstBeverage Holder
Push
To open the beverage holder, push on the top. The beverage holder lid is spring-loaded and will swing open. To close it, push it down until it latches.
The inner liner can be removed if you want to hold a larger cup.
Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
On all models except DX model The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest. To use it, pivot the armrest down.
Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstSun Visor
Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car. Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror.
Vanity Mirror
Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror
To use the sun visor, pull it down. You can also use the sun visor at the side window. Remove the support rod from the clip and swing the sun visor toward the side window. In this position, the sun visor can be extended by sliding out the extension.
To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover.
All models except the DX model have lighted vanity mirrors.
The light beside the mirror comes on only when the headlight switch is in one of the on positions.
Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstSunglasses Holder, Accessory Power Socket
Sunglasses Holder
Accessory Power Socket
On all models except DX To open the sunglasses holder, push on the front edge. It will unlatch and swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving.
Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder.
To use the accessory power socket, pull out on the cover. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).
This socket is intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).
It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.
Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstEX, EX-V6
After all doors are closed tightly, the
light dims slightly, then fades out in
about 10 seconds. In the ON position,
the ceiling light stays on
continuously.
The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) also conies on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page 74). The light fades out after both doors are closed.
Ceiling Light
DOOR ACTIVATED
The ceiling light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the ceiling light comes on when you open any door.
DX, LX, LX-V6
The light goes out when all doors are
closed.
Interior Lights
Spotlights
On all models except DX Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light. Push the button again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.
Instruments and Controls
Main MenuTable of ContentsstInterior Lights
Courtesy Lights
IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT
Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light comes on when you open the driver's door. It remains on for several seconds after the door is closed.
DOOR LIGHT
On all models except DX Each door has a courtesy light. This light comes on when you open the door.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstComfort and Convenience Features
The heating and air conditioning* systems in your Honda provide a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.
* Air conditioning is optional on the U.S. DX model.
The standard audio system has many features. This section de- scribes those features and how to use them. (If you selected an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)
On EX and EX-V6 models The security system helps to dis- courage vandalism and theft of your Honda.
Heating and Cooling...................... 110
What Each Control Does.......... 110
How to Use the System............. 113
To Turn Everything Off........... 116
Climate Control System................ 117
Fully-automatic Operation........ 119
Semi-automatic Operation........ 120
Sunlight Sensor/
Temperature Sensor............. 124
Audio System (DX)....................... 125
Operating the Radio.................. 126
Adjusting the Sound.................. 129
Operating the Cassette
Player...................................... 130
Caring for Cassettes.................. 132
Operating the Optional CD
Changer.................................. 133
Protecting Compact Discs........ 135
CD Changer Error
Indications.............................. 136
Audio System (LX and LX-V6)..... 137
Operating the Radio.................. 137
Adjusting the Sound.................. 141
Operating the CD Player.......... 142
Operating the CD Changer...... 144
CD player Error
Indications.............................. 146
CD Changer Error
Indications.............................. 147
Operating the Cassette
Player...................................... 148
Tape Search Functions............. 150
Caring for the Cassette
Player...................................... 151
Audio System (EX and EX-V6).... 153
Operating the Radio.................. 154
Adjusting the Sound.................. 157
Audio System Lighting............. 158
Radio Frequencies..................... 158
Radio Reception......................... 158
Operating the Cassette
Player...................................... 160
Tape Search Functions............. 161
Caring for the Cassette
Player...................................... 164
Operating the CD Changer...... 165
Protecting Compact Discs........ 171
CD Changer Error
Indications.............................. 172
Remote Audio Controls ............ 173
Theft Protection........................ 174
Security System............................. 175
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenustHeating and Cooling
Except EX-V6 model Proper use of the Heating and Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility.
If your car does not have air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. Your dealer can install a Genuine Honda air conditioning system that meets Honda's high quality standards and is designed to exactly fit your car. Please contact your dealer for more information.
What Each Control Does
Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the fan's speed, which increases air flow.
Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the air flow.
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FAN CONTROL DIAL
MODE BUTTONS
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Air Conditioning is optional on the U.S. DX model. This button turns the air condi- tioning ON and OFF. The indicator above the button lights when the A/C is on.
Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 66).
Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator above this button is lit, air from the car's interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the car (Fresh Air mode).
Main MenuTable of ContentsstMode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Air flows from the floor
vents.
Air flow is divided between
the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.
Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. When you select the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.
or
Heating and Cooling
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstHeating and Cooling
Vent Controls
CENTER VENT
DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT
PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT
The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable.
To adjust the air flow from the center vent, move the tab up-and- down and side-to-side.
On the driver's-side vent, move the vent up-and-down and move the tab side-to-side. On the passenger's-side vent, move the tab up-and-down and move the vent side-to-side.
The vents in the corners of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials underneath them.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHow to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting.
The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature.
It is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears.
Heating and Cooling
FAN CONTROL DIAL
MODE BUTTONS
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep these clear of leaves and other debris.
Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear window.
1. Turn the temperature control dial
all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off.
2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed.
and Fresh Air mode.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHeating and Cooling
To Cool with A/C 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The light above the button should come on when a fan speed is selected.
2. Make sure the temperature
control dial is set to maximum cool.
3. Select 4. If the outside air is humid, select Recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed.
If the interior is very warm from being parked in the sun, you can cool it down more rapidly by setting up the controls this way:
1. Start the engine. 2. Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Make sure the tempera- ture control dial is set to maximum cool.
3. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. Open the windows partially. Select
and Fresh Air mode.
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FAN CONTROL DIAL
MODE BUTTONS
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature, close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling.
Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 58) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Heat To warm the interior:
1. Start the engine. 2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Adjust the warmth of the air with
and Fresh Air mode.
the temperature control dial.
To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry.
1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select 4. Adjust the temperature control
and Fresh Air mode.
dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.
This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
Heating and Cooling
To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:
1. Switch the fan on. 2. Select
When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.
the
3. Adjust the temperature control
dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm.
4. Turn on the rear window defogger
to help clear the rear window.
When you switch to another mode from Press the A/C button to turn it off.
the A/C stays on.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstThese settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. You can close the side vents with the dial underneath each vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents.
For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away.
To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dials all the way to the left.
You should shut the system completely off only for the first few minutes of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up in the interior.
Heating and Cooling
To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather:
1. Start the engine. 2. Select
When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.
the
3. Switch the fan and temperature
controls to maximum.
To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select the Recirculation mode. Once the windshield is clear, select the Fresh Air mode to avoid fogging the windows.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstOnly on EX-V6 model The automatic climate control system in your Honda picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable.
The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield. Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris.
For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be running.
Climate Control System
CENTER VENTS
DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT
To adjust the air flow from the center vent, move the tab up-and- down and side-to-side.
On the driver's-side vent, move the vent up-and-down and move the tab side-to-side. On the passenger's-side vent, move the tab up-and-down and move the vent side-to-side.
The side vents can be opened and closed with the dials underneath them.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstClimate Control System
PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstClimate Control System
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
FULL AUTO DISPLAY
FAN CONTROL DIAL
Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully-automatic mode, press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO, then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial. You will see FULL AUTO in the system's display. The light above the
button also shows you which
mode, Recirculation or Fresh Air, is selected.
The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or heated air that will, as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature from its current level to the set temperature.
When you set the temperature to its lower limit (60°F/18°C) or its upper limit (90°F/32°C), the system runs at full cooling or heating only. It does not regulate the interior temperature. When the temperature is set
AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON
between the lower and upper limits, the system regulates the interior temperature to the set value.
In cold weather, the fan will not come on automatically until the car has been driven for a short time and the heater starts to develop warm air.
Pressing the OFF button shuts the climate control system completely off. Keep the system completely off only for short periods. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstTEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
Climate Control System
Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the Climate Control system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain auto- matically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Press the A/C button to turn the air conditioning on and off. You will see A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display.
When you turn the A/C off, the sys- tem cannot regulate the inside tem- perature if you set the dial below the outside temperature. With the A/C on, use the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature of the air flow to a comfortable setting.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstRecirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator above this button is lit, air from the car's interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the car (Fresh Air mode). You can, for example, manually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes.
Fan Control Dial You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial. When you turn the dial clockwise, the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed. Turning the dial fully clockwise increases the fan's speed, which increases air flow.
Climate Control System
MODE BUTTON
FAN CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
Mode Button Use the MODE button to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Each time you press the MODE button, the display shows the mode selected. Press the button four times to see all the modes.
Some air will come out of the side vents in all modes.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstClimate Control System
The main air flow is divided
between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind- shield.
The main air flow comes
from the floor vents.
The main air flow is divided
between the dashboard vents and the floor vents.
The main air flow comes
from the dashboard vents.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made.
, the A/C
When you select turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode. For faster defrosting, manually set the fan speed to high. You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard.
When you turn off by pressing the button again, the system returns to its former settings.
Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 66 ).
Climate Control System
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstClimate Control System
Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor
SUNLIGHT SENSOR
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstAM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System For DX model Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape, and autoreverse for continuous play.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstSEEK — The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, push the SEEK switch up or down, then release it. Depending on which way you push the switch, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.
You can use any of four methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the Preset buttons.
) to tune
) to tune to a lower
TUNE — Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Press the upper part ( to a higher frequency, or the lower part ( frequency. The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly. Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change the frequency in small increments, press and release the TUNE bar quickly.
Audio System
Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the PWR/VOL knob.
The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast- ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstAudio System
AM/FM BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON
SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. The system will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds. When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to, press the SCAN button again.
PWR/VOL KNOB
SEEK SWITCH
TUNE BAR
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Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstAudio System
Preset — You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band.
To store a frequency:
1. Select the desired band, AM or
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button.
2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function
to tune the radio to a desired station.
3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total
of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.
Comfort and Convenience Features
AM/FM BUTTON
SEEK SWITCH
PRESET BUTTONS
TUNE BAR
Once a station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it. The preset frequencies will be lost if your car's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstAudio System
BASS/FADER CONTROL
TREBLE/BALANCE CONTROL
Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader — These two controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength.
To adjust the fader, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out. Pull it out slightly farther, and adjust the front-to-back sound to your liking. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it.
Treble/Bass — Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking.
To adjust the balance, push on the TREBLE/BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out. Pull it out slightly farther, and adjust the side-to-side sound to your liking. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it.
To adjust the Treble level, push on the TREBLE/BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out. Without pulling it out farther, turn the knob to adjust the treble level. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it.
To adjust the Bass level, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out. Without pulling it out farther, turn the knob to adjust the bass level. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it.
Radio Frequencies and Reception For information, See page 158.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Main MenuTable of ContentsstSKIP — The Skip Function allows you to find the beginning of a song or passage. To find the beginning of the song or passage currently playing, push the SKIP switch down. You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds. To find the beginning of the next song, push the SKIP switch up. You will see FF flashing in the display as the tape fast forwards. When the system finds the beginning of a song or passage, it goes back to PLAY mode.
Audio System
Operating the Cassette Player Turn the audio system ON. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot. The system will pull it in the rest of the way, and begin to play.
The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the cassette is playing. The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing. If you want to play the other side, press the PROG button.
Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette. If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction, turn it off by pressing the
button.
Comfort and Convenience Features
When the system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you want to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button.
Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT function to find a desired program.
FF/REW — Fast Forward and Re- wind move the tape rapidly. To re- wind the tape, push the REW button. You will see REW in the display. To fast forward the tape, push the FF button. You will see FF displayed. Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward. If the system reaches the end of the tape while in fast forward or rewind, it automatically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to play.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstREPEAT — The Repeat function continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind. When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage, the system returns to PLAY mode. It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again.
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EJECT BUTTON
CASSETTE SLOT
TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR
RPT BUTTON
REW BUTTON
FF BUTTON
PLAY BUTTON
PROG BUTTON
SKIP BUTTON
DOLBY BUTTON
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The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise level between selections, or a silent period in the middle of a selection.
Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems. See page 151 for information on cassette care and protection.
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EJECT BUTTON
CASSETTE SLOT
TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR
RPT BUTTON
REW BUTTON
FF BUTTON
PLAY BUTTON
PROG BUTTON
SKIP BUTTON
DOLBY BUTTON
Main MenuTable of ContentsstOperating the Optional CD Changer A Compact Disc changer is available from your dealer. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
Your dealer also has an accessory in- dash single CD player available that is operated by the radio controls. To operate this unit, use the instructions (except for those relating to multiple discs) in this section.
Using the instructions that came with the changer, load the desired CDs in the magazine, and load the magazine in the changer. Play only standard round discs. Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.
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TAPE/CD BUTTON
RANDOM INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON
REPEAT INDICATOR
PWR/VOL KNOB
RPT BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
SKIP SWITCH
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To operate the CD changer or player, the ignition must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) and the audio system must be on.
Press the CD button until "CD" appears in the display. The system will start to play the first track of the first disc in the magazine. Play only standard round discs. Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.
When that disc ends, the next disc in the magazine is loaded and played. After the last disc finishes, the system returns to disc 1.
To select a different disc, press the appropriate preset button (1 — 6). If you select an empty slot in the magazine, the changer will, after finding that slot empty, try to load the CD in the next slot. This continues until it finds a CD to load and play.
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You can use the SKIP switch to select tracks within a disc. If you push and release the SKIP switch, the system will move to the beginning of a track. Push the switch up to move to the beginning of the next track, and push the switch down to move to the beginning of the current track.
If you push and hold the SKIP switch, you will hear a beep and the system will continue to move across tracks. Release the switch when you think it has reached the desired place on the disc.
REPEAT — When you activate the Repeat feature by pressing the RPT button, the system continuously replays the current track. You will see RPT in the display as a reminder. Press the RPT button again to turn it off.
RANDOM PLAY — This feature, when activated, plays the tracks on a CD in random order, rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD. To activate Random Play, press and hold the RPT button until you see RDM in the display. The system will then select and play tracks randomly on the current disc. When all tracks on that disc have been played, the next disc is loaded and played randomly. This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing RPT again.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf the system is in Repeat mode, you must turn it off by pressing RPT before you can select Random Play. Then press the button again until you see RDM displayed.
To take the system out of CD mode, press the A M / FM button or insert a cassette in the player. If a tape is already in the cassette player, press the TAPE button. When you return to CD mode, play will continue at the same disc and track.
If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or the ignition switch, play will continue at the same disc and track when you turn it back on.
Protecting Compact Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 171.
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AM/FM BUTTON
RANDOM INDICATOR
TAPE/CD BUTTON
REPEAT INDICATOR
PRESET BUTTONS
SKIP SWITCH
RPT BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
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CD Changer Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstAM/FM/CD Audio System For LX model Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
The anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle's battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number (see page 174 ).
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Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob.
The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM or FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broad- casting in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSEEK — The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press and release the top or bottom of the SEEK bar. Depending on which part of the bar you press, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.
SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. The system will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds. When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to, press the SCAN button again.
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You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO SELECT, and the Preset buttons.
TUNE — Use the TUNE knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob clockwise to tune to a higher frequency, or counterclockwise to tune to a lower frequency.
To change the frequency rapidly, press and hold the top or bottom of the SEEK bar. Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency. Depending on which part of the bar you press, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstPreset — You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band.
To store a frequency:
1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button.
2. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN
function to tune the radio to a desired station.
3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total
of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.
AM/FM BUTTON
STEREO INDICATOR
SCAN INDICATOR
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SCAN BUTTON
AUTO SELECT BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
PRESET BUTTONS
SEEK/SKIP BAR
TUNE/MODE KNOB
Once a station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it.
The preset frequencies will be lost if your car's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed.
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AUTO SELECT — If you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.
To activate Auto Select, press the A. SEL button. A. SEL will flash in the display, and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds. It automatically scans both bands, looking for stations with strong signals. It stores the frequencies of six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons. You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations.
If you are in a remote area, Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations. If this happens, you will see a "0" displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station stored.
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If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store other frequencies in the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to find the desired frequencies, then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously.
Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre- viously. When you return home, turn off Auto Select by pressing the A. SEL button. The preset buttons will then select the frequencies you originally set.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstAdjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE knob.
Balance/Fader — These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FAD adjusts the front-to-back strength.
Select BAL or FAD by pressing the TUNE knob. Adjust the Balance or Fader to your liking by turning the TUNE knob. The level number on the display shows you the range.
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LEVEL NUMBER INDICATOR
Treble/Bass — Use these modes to adjust the tone to your liking. Select TRE or BAS by pressing the TUNE knob. Adjust the desired mode by turning the TUNE knob. The level number on the display shows you the range.
TUNE/MODE KNOB
The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about five seconds after you stop adjusting a mode with the TUNE knob.
Radio Frequencies and Reception For information, See page 158 .
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Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to adjust the il- lumination of the audio system (see page 62 ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off.
Operating the CD Player You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio.
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CD/TAPE BUTTON
REPEAT INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON
CD SLOT
REPEAT BUTTON
EJECT BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
RANDOM INDICATOR
SEEK/SKIP BAR
RANDOM BUTTON
With the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play. The number of the track that is playing is shown in the display.
You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs without using an adapter ring. Play only standard round discs. Odd- shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.
When the system reaches the end of the disc, it will return to the begin- ning and play that disc again.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstYou can switch to the radio while a CD is playing by pressing the A M/ FM button. Press the CD button to return to playing the CD. The CD will begin playing where it left off.
If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the CD will begin playing where it left off.
Press the eject button to remove the disc from the drive.
If you eject the disc, but do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the disc after 15 seconds and put the CD player in pause mode. To begin playing the disc, press the CD button.
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You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks.
To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the SEEK/SKIP bar. Press the side to move forward. You will see CUE in the display. Press the
side to move backward. You
will see REW displayed. Release the bar when the system reaches the point you want.
Each time you press and release the
side of the SEEK/SKIP bar,
the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track. Press the side to skip backward to the beginning of the current track. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo select a different disc, press the DISC + (Preset 6) or DISC — (Preset 5) button. The next disc in the changer is loaded and played when you press the DISC + button. DISC — loads and plays the previous disc. If you select an empty slot in the magazine, the changer will, after finding that slot empty, try to load the CD in the next slot. This continues until it finds a CD to load and play.
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REPEAT — To activate the Repeat feature, press and release the RPT button. You will see RPT in the display. The system continuously replays the current track. Press the RPT button again to turn it off.
RANDOM PLAY — This feature, when activated, plays the tracks on the CD in random order, rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD. To activate Random Play, press the RDM button. You will see RDM in the display. The system will then select and play tracks randomly. This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing the RDM button again.
Operating the CD Changer (Optional) A Compact Disc changer is available for your car. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the in-dash CD player.
Load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit. Play only standard round discs. Odd- shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems.
To select the CD changer, press the CD button. The disc and track numbers will be displayed.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstIf you load a CD in the in-dash player while the changer is playing a CD, the system will stop the changer and begin playing the in-dash CD. To select the changer again, press the CD button. Play will begin where it left off. Use the CD button to switch between the player and the changer.
If you eject the in-dash CD while it is playing, the system will automatically switch to the CD changer and begin play where it left off. If there are no CDs in the changer, the display will flash. You will have to select another mode (AM or FM) with the FM or AM button.
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When you switch back to CD mode, the system selects the same unit (in- dash or changer) that was playing when you switched out of CD mode.
To use the SKIP, REPEAT, and RANDOM functions, refer to the in- dash player operating instructions.
Protecting Compact Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 171.
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CD Player Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer.
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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCD Changer Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer.
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Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape, and autoreverse for continuous play.
Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot. The system will pull it in the rest of the way, and begin to play.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
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AM/FM BUTTON
REPEAT BUTTON
CD/TAPE BUTTON
NR BUTTON
REW BUTTON
FF BUTTON
PLAY/PROG BUTTON
Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the cassette is playing. The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing. If you want to play the other side, press the PROG button.
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Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette. If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction, turn it off by pressing the NR button.
Dolby remains off until you turn it on by pressing the button again.
When the system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you want to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button on the cassette player.
If you turn the system off while a tape is playing, either with the PWR/ VOL knob or by turning off the ignition, the cassette will remain in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the cassette player will be in pause mode. To begin playing, press the PLAY button.
To switch to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing, press the AM/FM, or CD button. To change back to the cassette player, push the CD button.
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Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT function to find a desired program.
FF/REW — Fast Forward and Re- wind move the tape rapidly. To re- wind the tape, push the REW button. You will see REW in the display. To fast forward the tape, push the FF button. You will see FF displayed. Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward. If the system reaches the end of the tape while in fast forward or rewind, it automatically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to play.
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SKIP — The skip function allows you to find the beginning of a song or passage. To activate SKIP, press the SEEK/SKIP bar. Press the
side to advance to the
beginning of the next song or side to return to passage, or the the beginning of the current song or passage. FF or REW will flash in the display as the tape moves. When the system reaches the beginning of the next song or passage (FF), or the beginning of the current one (REW), it goes back to PLAY mode.
Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise level between selections, or a silent period in the middle of a selection.
REPEAT — The Repeat function continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind. When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage, the system returns to PLAY mode. It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again.
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Caring for the Cassette Player The cassette player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape. This contami- nation builds up over time and causes the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the player after every 30 hours of use. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available.
If you do not clean the cassette player regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a normal cleaning kit.
Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes. Cassettes longer than that use thinner tape that may break or jam the drive.
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Look at the cassette before you insert it. If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning a hub with a pencil or your finger.
If the label is peeling off, remove it from the cassette or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player. Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player.
When they are not in use, store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture. Never place cassettes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, high heat, or high humidity. If a cassette is exposed to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before inserting it in the player.
If you see the error indication
on the display, press the EJECT button and remove the cassette from the unit. Make sure the tape is not damaged. If the cassette will not eject or the error indication stays on after the cassette ejects, take the car to your Honda dealer.
Never try to insert foreign objects into the cassette player.
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AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer
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For EX and EX-V6
Your Honda's audio system provides
clear reception on both AM and FM
bands, while the preset buttons allow
you to easily select your favorite
stations.
The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape, and autoreverse for continuous play.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
The in-dash CD changer holds up to six discs. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio. See page 165 for CD changer operation.
The anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the car's battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number (see page 174 ).
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Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pressing the PWR/ VOL knob or the AM or FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the knob.
The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM or FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broad- casting in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.
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SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. When the system is in the SCAN mode, SCAN shows in the display. The system will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds. If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds. When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to, press the SCAN button again.
You can use any of four methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the Preset buttons.
TUNE — Use the TUNE knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency.