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Learning About the HFTM
Precautions
WARNING
When preparing to set up the HFTM or when adjusting its operation, be sure the
vehicle is in PARK with the engine turned OFF and the key in the ACCESSORY
position. Failure to do so could result in property damage, serious injury, or death for
yourself, pets, or other people near the vehicle from carbon monoxide (for example, if
the vehicle's engine is running in a garage with the garage door closed) or from physical
impact (if the vehicle should slip out of PARK and into gear with the engine running).
Warning labels are used for situations that could result in serious injury or death and need to point out the
exact danger in the warning text. That's why this is quite a harsh warning. Either our legal department or
Honda's legal dept needs to review the wording.
NOTES
It is recommended that your cell phone's battery be fully charged to ensure that the
Bluetooth connection will be established with minimal difficulty. Most vehicles require
the ignition switch to be turned to the second (accessory) position for programming
and/or operation of the HFTM.
When using the voice recognition software, speak clearly in your normal voice (do not
shout). Speak in a natural voice. Do not try to help the voice recognition software by
speaking slowly or by pronouncing words more distinctly than you normally do.
The Bluetooth phone must be within the vehicle's passenger compartment. Do not place
the phone in areas with metal obstructions or in metal boxes.
Introduction
The Honda Hands-Free Telephone Module Interface (called the HFTM from now on) is a Bluetooth
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device that allows for wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth wireless technology
is a high frequency radio link that allows two Bluetooth devices to exchange audio information and data at
high speed. Because of the versatility of Bluetooth wireless technology, enabled devices do not share all of
the same "profiles." To ensure that your phone will be compatible with your HFTM, be sure to purchase a
cellular phone that supports the "hands-free profile".