The Best Way To Use Honda HRV HDMI Port

So I saw a video from XPERIAnce ( • HONDA HR-V HDMI HACK ) that got me intrigued and how to disable the lockout feature on the HDMI port for the Honda HRV (If equipped), but I have other plans, watch this.

[@16miky16]

Hi! I have a 2018 hrv ex sport utility 4d, I can’t figure out where to find the maps, I don’t think it has the navigation system.. using the hdmi I should be able to see my maps through my phone right?

[@georgetoscano6812]

thank you for this I appreciate it very much . Have a blessed day!

[@malindap2009]

Chard Tech Guy, This is something I would like to try to hook up in my vehicle. This benefits the passenger as well when going on long trips. Thanks for the infl

[@SonyEnthusiast]

I did this while we went on our road trip, but please be careful and don't watch while driving.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes, the benefits are awesome, but just like HRVex said, use it wisely and don't watch while driving.

[@SemiramisHotel89]

Does it matter if the stick is 1080 p or 4κ as is the screens doesn’t accept higher resolution ! Thank you

[@enrico5232]

Hi Chard . I bought the Amazon fire stick. Do I have create an account through the computer and than plug in to the car?

[@nancysalgado5600]

So how do i enable so my screen can show while driving ? More instructions please

[@MoniLuv-83]

Hi Chad, does this work with an Apple HDMI cable as well?

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Hey Chard, thanks for the shout out! If you're a Facebook member, I invite you to join the Honda HRV USA page to share your HRV, help and enjoy others.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You welcome HRVex and thank you to share that info about the Facebook groups, I'm joining today!

[@SonyEnthusiast]

@@ChardTheTechGuy cool hope to see you on there soon!

[@reubenyou18]

Hi Chard , great video on HDMI port with fire stick, would like to know does this work with Chrome cast ?

[@mariosconstantinou7073]

Thank you for your video! Bought the firestick and managed to connect it to my european HRV 2016, however I cannot disable the feature. Basically power, eject and home button does not work for me. I cannot make it to the self diagnostic menu. Any thoughts?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Well, it's hard to say, maybe it doesn't work in the European market vs the north American market.

[@Forestal92]

Hi Chard. I have an hdmi cable, but it doesn't work well on my car screen, half of my screen remains black, I can't see videos. What I can do? Thank you. honda fit 2015

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Hello Marlon, I would try another cable, if that doesn't work then it might be the port. Which means you'll need to have someone to look at it.

[@harmonyprizeman9782]

Do you think this will work with iPhone combined with Apple TV?

[@SpectateGame]

Love your channel,I just got the 2016 hrv

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Awesome, congrats & glad to hear that, I how you benefit from all the videos I did about the HRV

[@joannamarieellana8870]

I love my 2016 hrv ex only 41k mileage when i got it this morning. Im so happy

[@christiangriffith225]

Same

[@bananalop1]

Can I use the HDMI cable + Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter to view videos from my phone?

[@bananalop1]

I have the 2018 HRV

[@irismorales2457]

What a good security camera for my car and to record while I’m driving just in case a accident do you have any recommendations especially while it’s park

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I haven't find one yet, but I will do some research and if I find one I will do a video on it.

[@lewmin]

I have chimed in before and also send messages to HRVex, but I can not even get a display when plugging in my Amazon TV stick to the hdmi, connected usb cable as well and followed all the instructions as you and HRVex have outlined. It works on a tv monitor fine. Has this option been shut down in the 2017 HRV?? Just purchased this beautiful certified car used with 21k miles and before I bring into service about the non-working hdmi port, I wanted to run this by the HRV expert... TY for your help....

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Lewis that is a good question, I know it works fine on the 2016 HRV, which is what me and HRVex has. I can do some research and see what I can find out for you...

[@robertgonzalez5415]

You gotta make a video showing us how to connect a Firestick to the Honda CRV

[@enrico5232]

Can you put the link in description for the fire stick? What generation is it? I'm living in Canada

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Here you go Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote - www.amazon.ca/dp/B0791Z1G6W/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_U_x_-heuDbECGAMEP From the Amazon Canada Store.

[@1Goldigger1]

I've been trying to get the Firestick to work in my 2019 civic. Nothing displayed, also tried a phone connected to the HDMI..again nothing displayed. Any ideas?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

First, are you trying it when the gear shift is in park? It will not work while driving, so you have to do some fancy foot work to make that happen. Go to this link from HRVex (kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5bGXo2po6-ih6c) in the description he point out all the steps and I want to give him credit for it. Let me know.

[@1Goldigger1]

It's working now, so I have to select hdmi in the source menu and then press audio at the top where it has 3 buttons map, audio and another. I would have thought simply selecting HDMI in the source menu would be all that is required.

[@alexanderkatriz9748]

Hey great video! Thx a lot. Question: How do you enter the vehicle parameters to activate hdmi whilst driving?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Alexander Katriz 1) Hold the power button, the eject button, and the home button at the same time for about 3 seconds until you see a menu with two options which are self-diagnosis mode and detail information and setting. Press the detail information and setting. 2) Now press the menu button on the left (under volume) for about 5 seconds until you see the screen that says fan setting, volume setting, vehicle model information and etc. 3) Press the vehicle model information. 4) Press the DD VSP error button and turn it off. 5) Press the return button until you reach your home screen. 6) Go to Audio menu and choose HDMI and enjoy. Note: you have to do this every time you restart your HRV.

[@failureisnooption_finofino87]

Question how are you able to use the fire stick internet wise I’m confused are you tethering? I have a 2018 hrv

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I'm using the hotspot on my phone to provide internet to the Fire-stick. If you do that make sure you plug the phone into a power source.

[@hansschoens218]

Dear Chard, for your info: There is in the new Honda HR-V 2019 (Europe version) also a HDMI connector. I read it in the new brochure.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Hans Schoens that's great news, I'm not sure why they took it out of the US version.

[@maxjones45]

Does it require WiFi?

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Hey Chard, thanks for the shout out, but I changed my name from "HR-Vex" to "XPERIAnce" FYI just in case anyone wants to know who HR-Vex was 👍

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thanks for the info! Appreciate the update Bro! 👍 👍

[@SonyEnthusiast]

@@ChardTheTechGuy Yea just like you who had a name change from Rich of all 👍

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I like it - I know you are a Xperia fan - Do you have the Xperia 1 II yet?

[@SonyEnthusiast]

@@ChardTheTechGuy yea bro, I have it since August and I love it! Cameras are phenomenal. I even shot a couple short cinematic films with it like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnO3kmODq8R6j5Y

[@rondail5675]

Chard, do you know a way to add a Front-View camera to a Honda? Is there a method to use the HDMI to interface to a front camera?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Ron, I am experimenting with that idea myself, let you know what I come up with.

[@okay7154]

Brilliant video

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you Oshane! I Appreciate that!

[@jeffhardy7139]

If I hook up game system would it work? Say the PS classic since it doesn't take much power

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

I don't see why not, give it a shot and let me know.

[@antonorng9710]

I tried it on my civic 2017. Doesn't work just get the massage "unsupported" when I turn on the console

[@StephyRenee11]

I tried this just now. I have a 2016 Honda hrv exl Navi I did all the steps but once I drive away over 10 mph it just says hdmi input the video audio will still play through speakers. Video will only come on when I break to a complete stop or place in park. Any ideas how to keep it playing while driving? Maybe I missed a step? I followed the video you tagged. Thanks in advance!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

***WARNING DO NOT WATCH TV WHILE DRIVING - PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE ROAD. Below are steps from HRVex (kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5bGXo2po6-ih6c) video. 1) Hold the power button, the eject button, and the home button at the same time for about 3 seconds until you see a menu with two options which are self-diagnosis mode and detail information and setting. Hit the detail information and setting. 2) Now hit the menu button on the left for about 5 seconds until you see the screen that says fan setting, volume setting, vehicle model information and etc. 3) Hit the vehicle model information. 4) hit the DD VSP error button and turn it off. 5) hit the return button until you reach your home screen.

[@ChadGrattanMusic]

Same for me. I turn it off, but it doesn't matter. 😔

[@sangamsanyasi6038]

I tried with my iPhone but it doesn’t work. Please help with this. I got 2016 HONDA HRV

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

With the iPhone I would recommend using the iPod phone option in the head unit

[@LuisSanchez-oe2cr]

Does the fire stick need wifi? If so. How will it work while out on the road?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes it does, you will need to connect the Fore TV stick to your mobile hotspot on your phone. When the Fire Stick ask for the network connection, just choose your hot spot instead.

[@OPRoadtoRecovery]

Random question, but how are you using mobile hotspot via straight talk? Is that an added price per month or included in your standard monthly data?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

It's already included, nothing extra. It's part of the 25 GB monthly allowance, 2G after that.

[@OPRoadtoRecovery]

Chard The Tech Guy ah! That’s awesome! It must be location specific or something because my $45/25gig plan does not allow hotspot. It’s very tempting to upgrade to the $55 plan which includes 10gigs of hotspot with Unlimited mobile data. Thank you for replying! Very helpful video as well :)

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

@@OPRoadtoRecovery I'm sorry, yes you are right the extra 10 GB is on the $55 plan, but you can turn on hotspot on your phone (if option is available, I do on mine) and use it on the $45 plan until the it runs out, trust me i do all the time. So far I haven't use it all up from month to month. Whenever that time comes I will probably upgrade to the $55 plan. Thank you for the compliments.

[@OPRoadtoRecovery]

Chard The Tech Guy I’ve tried! When I tap on personal hotspot it says I must call them to activate it

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

@@OPRoadtoRecovery That's is not cool, yeah best to just upgrade the plan.

[@HumanBeiiing]

Awesome video, which model of Firestick do you use?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thank you! You can get current on - the 4K one is best

[@timeforchange3786]

​@@ChardTheTechGuydo you have a video showing everything you can do in your car with a Firestick for those of us who don't know what they are

[@enrico5232]

Hi Chard. Is it possible to see Google map with the fire stick from Amazon in my Honda HRV?

[@user-mr1hq2gf3q]

I would love to know too!!!

[@SumHomie]

Once you have it all set up and working properly you can mirror your phone to the fire stick which will allow you to display Google maps on your car screen.

[@thaihoangcfc]

​@@SumHomiehow if there is no wifi while traveling?

[@junezalukmoore]

yeah, they did get rid of the HDMI on the new model, you have my attention on this!!

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Yup, definitely keeping my 2016!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes, buyer be aware!

[@BossLadyyTee]

Can This Be Done On Hrv Ex L Model Without The Firestick? If So How? -Thank You

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Hey BossLadyyTee, I'm assuming you are asking without the HDMI port on the EX-L. If so you can't make it possible without a HDMI port

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You are welcome, glad to help

[@BossLadyyTee]

Thanks For Your Response, I Do Have The HDMI Port, Just Wondering If Theres Another Option To Play Movies Etc. While In Drive Without The Firesrick?

[@BossLadyyTee]

My firestick cuts off to HDMI In when I drive for as little as 5 seconds. Help please!!!!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

@@BossLadyyTee Yes there are work around - I wouldn't recommend doing that

[@melissaespinoza2497]

Could this work with Chromecast?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes it can

[@ChadGrattanMusic]

Thank you got the info! I have disable the error and it does not fic the problem. Still goes back to hdmi. Any suggestions? 2016 HR-V with navigation.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Not sure why you are having that issue, I have a non-navigation system in my HRV. You might have to do a little more digging for your system. If I find anything I'll let you know.

[@ChadGrattanMusic]

I've tried it dozens of times. Gives me 2 options, the one you see and "Maps DD"

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Honda must have different software running on the NAVI units versus the ones without it.

[@SumHomie]

I have the same year H-RV with navi and mine does the same thing. After about 5mph the screen displays "HDMI IN" and all you get is the audio and not the picture. I came here here hoping I could find a solution but so far, nothing.

[@5luggin]

Hows the sound quality.. blessings

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Sounds pretty good, try it. Blessings

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Stereo surround sound in my use 👌

[@z-spotinternational165]

it would be good if you showed as the exact cover of that box you were shaking while speaking.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

In the box is the Fire TV Stick (regular version) I would recommend the 4K version

[@junezalukmoore]

Would love a short step-by-step as a reminder (I'll make a copy from HRVex) video. I would keep the instruction in the HRV 2016 till I have it memorized, I had installed the Offline Sygic GPS Navigation app, it does speak through the HRV speakers; would love to cast it to the HRV screen. I wasn't too happy with Android Auto app, seemed slow and took up battery power.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

J Moore, just print out the steps in his description and keep it in the glove box, after a while you will memorize the steps.

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Once you get it down, it will be second nature and can be done in less than 6 seconds

[@junezalukmoore]

Thank you for sharing HRVex video (Thanks HRVex !) on how to connect the android phone to screen using HDMI, I'm liking the 2016 HRV even more than I have before.

[@SonyEnthusiast]

@@junezalukmoore you're welcome! What color do you have?

[@junezalukmoore]

Deep Ocean Pearl, I like the color!

[@junezalukmoore]

When you turn right, does the camera still activate:

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Yes

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes, it does - I second that.

[@lando9344]

Will any type of phone (iphone/Android) work with this? Great video!!

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Orlando Rodriguez it will work with any phone that can share it's hotspot because that's the only thing the firestick needs after you set it up.

[@omanu9878]

Very good video. Useful. Personally, will never buy a Honda again for the infotainment it have. Infotainment is a very important part of the daily use of the car and Honda is the worst compared to other brands I have had. The navigation system is a disaster. So long Honda. Never again...

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes, I have to agree with you on that one - the infotainment does suck and I wish they would hire someone to jazz it up. May I ask what brand did you switch to?

[@AOKfresno]

Hey can you make a video on how to remove and replace the 3rd brake light (center brake light) for the Honda HRV... I’ve tried and tried ... looked up videos ... and.manuals ... and let me tell you ... there isn’t a single solution anywhere on the internet which is rare ... trust me .. I’ve LOOKED ... and first I want to save money from avoiding the dealership because I broke it by accident but now it’s turned into a Rubik’s cube challenge ... there’s no hidden screws nor can you remove it from under the trunk door ... give it a shot ... make a video ... and I’ll be watching ... good luck

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

AOKfresno, I think that whole unit is made up of LED lights, but after analyzing it there is a screw underneath the unit or it might require the removal of the inside back panel to get to it., let me look at it some more and I'll let you know.

[@thomasaggrey9238]

Please how do u do downloading of videos to the Amazon TV Fire Stick? Can I do it from my laptop using usb cod?

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thomas there is no option to download videos to the Fire TV Stick, you can only download to the Phone & Tablet.

[@thomasaggrey9238]

@@ChardTheTechGuy Thanks man, you mean I cant download my own stuffs on to the fire stick.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Unfortunately not. Amazon doesn't allow it.

[@thomasaggrey9238]

@@ChardTheTechGuy okk buddy thanks.

[@HeHasRisen1]

I have a 2017 with HDMI port

[@perroloco629]

Do you use a regular fire stick

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes, I do now only in my vehicle.

[@arnoldcabaces919]

your talking to much! less instructions how!

[@Cami-cx5yh]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Musicalpa]

It's a shame Honda doesn't make it easy for consumers to be responsible for themselves to be able to choose for themselves to utilize the full potential of the head unit.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes, I understand. I think they just don't want to take responsibility for what could happen. Cause you know somebody's gonna sue them, if something bad happens.

[@TheCarrionShow]

I have a 2017 and I have the HDMI

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

That's great - the newer models don't have it

[@ismaelromero8110]

Does 2020 hrv have it ?.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

No, Honda removed it.

[@junezalukmoore]

are you using android phone with this?

[@SonyEnthusiast]

Android.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes I'm use an Android phone (Huawei)

[@junezalukmoore]

I have Android phone Nexus 6P

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

You should be good to go - give it a shot

[@SonyEnthusiast]

This worked on my zte zmax pro and currently, my Sony xperia xa2 ultra

[@shaunc5102]

My 2018 has hdmi.

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Thanks for the info Shaun C, the 2019 Eliminate it.

[@lewmin]

My 2017 hrv HDMI does not work...thinking about having it checked out..just purchased n under certified warranty..just wanted to make sure it is supported under this year n model

[@lewmin]

Yours works fine....

[@aneesh8963]

u sound like Obama but good video

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

aneesh89 Thank you, I was trying to, but I'll take it as a compliment

[@DannyFliton]

6:59

[@elminiasanchez]

On my 2017 I got a HDMI cord and then got a apple HDMI lighting cord for my IPhone and we’re able to watch Netflix and KZbin

[@ArturoVelasquezArty_V]

Does it work like Apple car play as the Kia’s and Toyotas?

[@MoniLuv-83]

Does it work while driving?

[@tvchannelGuide]

Dont do stupid thing into your laptop! -Dad

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Ok

[@jachellegarvin]

When does the actual video directions start!!!!!!???! God. Super annoying

[@jpmccormac]

Hmmm? I would seriously hesitate before making this change/addition to the HDMI port simply because of the insurance liability if ever I were in an accident and an investigator or insurance adjuster found that a video was playing (or could have been playing) at the time of the accident. Just saying...

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Yes, that's why I stressed not to do it while driving. On a lunch break or waiting while parked for a long period of time.

[@SonyEnthusiast]

John, there are other uses with this that is convenient and safe. If you wanna text or call, you can use Google Assistant which is faster than the voice commands already on the HR-V kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5S6f4KalJ12mqs

[@teolisveras1312]

Hole bunch of nothing

[@MikeCincoCapas]

Jesus christ. Right? How pathetic

[@amrishkumarpudaruth695]

Too much talking

[@ChardTheTechGuy]

Okay