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SYNCDEVICE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA)
You have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed
by FORD MOTOR COMPANY from an affiliate of Microsoft Corporation
(“MS”). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well as
associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic
documentation (“SOFTWARE”) are protected by international intellectual
property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. All
rights reserved.
The SOFTWARE may be configured to interface with and/or
communicate with, or may be later upgraded to interface with and/or
communicate with additional software systems provided by FORD
MOTOR COMPANY. These additional software systems of FORD MOTOR
COMPANY origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and
“online” or electronic documentation (“FORD SOFTWARE”) are
protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties. The
FORD SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. All rights reserved.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (“EULA”), DO NOT USE THE DEVICE OR COPY
THE SOFTWARE. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL
CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR
RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).
GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE:This EULA grants you the
following license:
•You may use the SOFTWARE as installed on the DEVICE.
•You may use the FORD SOFTWARE as installed on the vehicle.
DESCRIPTION OF OTHER RIGHTS AND LIMITATIONS:
•Speech Recognition:If the SOFTWARE includes speech recognition
component(s), you should understand that speech recognition is an
inherently statistical process and that recognition errors are inherent
in the process. Neither FORD MOTOR COMPANY nor its suppliers
shall be liable for any damages arising out of errors in the speech
recognition process.
•Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation and
Disassembly:You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or
disassemble nor permit others to reverse engineer, decompile or
disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such
activity is expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this
limitation.
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You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble nor permit
others to reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the FORD
SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that such activity is
expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation.
•Single EULA:The end user documentation for the DEVICE may
contain multiple versions of this EULA, such as multiple translations
and/or multiple media versions (e.g., in the user documentation and in
the software). Even if you receive multiple versions of the EULA, you
are licensed to use only one (1) copy of the SOFTWARE and only one
(1) copy of the FORD SOFTWARE.
•SOFTWARE Transfer:You may permanently transfer all of your
rights under this EULA only as part of a sale or transfer of the
DEVICE, provided you retain no copies, you transfer all of the
SOFTWARE (including all component parts, the media and printed
materials, any upgrades, this EULA and, if applicable, the
Certificate(s) of Authenticity), and the recipient agrees to the terms
of this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an upgrade, any transfer must
include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE.
•Termination:Without prejudice to any other rights, FORD MOTOR
COMPANY or MS may terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with
the terms and conditions of this EULA.
•Security Updates/Digital Rights Management:Content owners use
the WMDRM technology included in your DEVICE to protect their
intellectual property, included copyrighted content. Portions of the
SOFTWARE on your DEVICE use WMDRM software to access
WMDRM-protected content. If the WMDRM software fails to protect
the content, content owners may ask Microsoft to revoke the
SOFTWARE’s ability to use WMDRM to play or copy protected
content. This action does not affect unprotected content. When your
DEVICE downloads licenses for protected content, you agree that
Microsoft may include a revocation list with the licenses. Content
owners may require you to upgrade the SOFTWARE on your DEVICE
to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able
to access content that requires the upgrade.
•Consent to Use of Data:You agree that MS, Microsoft Corporation,
their affiliates and/or their designated agent may collect and use
technical information gathered in any manner as part of product
support services related to the SOFTWARE. MS, Microsoft
Corporation, their affiliates and/or their designated agent may use this
information solely to improve their products or to provide customized
services or technologies to you. MS, Microsoft Corporation, their
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END USER NOTICE
MICROSOFTWINDOWSMOBILE FOR AUTOMOTIVE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION
This system Ford SYNC™ contains software that is licensed to
Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY by an affiliate of Microsoft
Corporation pursuant to a license agreement. Any removal, reproduction,
reverse engineering or other unauthorized use of the software from this
system in violation of the license agreement is strictly prohibited and
may subject you to legal action.
Read and follow instructions
Before using your Windows Automotive-based system, read and follow all
instructions and safety information provided in this end user manual
(“User’s Guide”). Not following precautions found in this User’s Guide
can lead to an accident or other serious consequences.
Keep User’s Guide in Vehicle
When kept in the vehicle, the User’s Guide will be a ready reference for
you and other users unfamiliar with the Windows Automotive-based
system. Please make certain that before using the system for the first
time, all persons have access to the User’s Guide and read its
instructions and safety information carefully.
WARNING:Operating certain parts of this system while driving
can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly
cause an accident or other serious consequences. Do not change
system settings or enter data non-verbally (using your hands) while
driving. Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal manner before attempting
these operations. This is important since while setting up or changing
some functions you might be required to distract your attention away
from the road and remove your hands from the wheel.
GENERAL OPERATION
Voice Command Control
Functions within the Windows Automotive-based system may be
accomplished using only voice commands. Using voice commands while
driving allows you to operate the system without removing your hands
from the wheel.
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