2014 Honda Accord 2014 Accord Sedan Technology Reference Guide (Touring) - Page 14

VOICE RECOGNITION How It Works The voice control system uses the steering wheel buttons and the ceiling microphone. To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available. To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, use the say voice commands to operate certain vehicle features. Talk button to Voice Command Portal When you press the Talk button from any of the main screens (NAV, PHONE, INFO, AUDIO), the voice portal screen appears and the system gives you examples of voice commands that can be used. For more examples, see page 22. Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call or go to a phonespecific voice portal screen. Hang-Up/Back button: End a call, decline an incoming call, or cancel an operation. Talk button: Say phone, navigation, audio, or climate control commands. Press the Talk button again, and the system waits for you to say a command. The system recognizes your command. The system confirms the command. Voice Command Tips • When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted in yellow. To bypass the system prompts, press and release the Talk button again to say a command. • To hear a list of available commands at any time, press and release the button, then say "Voice Help." • Speak in a clear, natural voice. • Reduce all background noise. • Close the windows. Talk • Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling. 24 25