SUBARU CROSSTREK 2021 Getting Started Guide

Presets
You can preset 18 stations. Presets can be set
for SiriusXM®, FM, or AM stations, allowing
you to switch among the three with the press
of a single button. To preset a radio station:
1. Tune to the desired channel.
2. Press and hold the desired preset station
button at the bottom of the screen.
MEDIA
Bluetooth®
Your Subaru has Bluetooth®hands-free technology to manage your phone and audio
systems. Bluetooth®-enabled mobile phones link directly through your Touchscreen
automatically once connected. Bluetooth®Hands-free allows you to receive and initiate
calls, or play music directly from your device while keeping it stowed for safety.
For step-by-step instructions on how to pair a Bluetooth
®device to the Touchscreen,
please see page 94 for Android devices or page 98 for Apple devices. A QR code and link
to more information on pairing a Bluetooth
®device can also be found on page 60.
CD(if equipped)
The CD player holds a single disc. To access the CD menu, put a CD in the player or select
the CD icon on the “Media” Screen. Depending on the CD format, the CD album art work
may appear on the Touchscreen.
USB / iPod
You can plug in a USB memory storage device or iPod into the USB ports. This will bring
up the media screen with controls. If using an iPod, make sure to use an Apple certified
cable or MFi certified cable for proper operation.
Aux Input
The Aux jack is a port that allows input from an
audio device such as MP3 players, portable
music players, and iPods. To access the Aux
menu, plug in the device to the Aux jack and
the menu will appear, or select the Aux menu
from the “Media” Screen.
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PAIRING A PHONE
To begin using your Bluetooth®Hands-free device you must first
pair your phone with the system. Phone pairing provides access to
the contact list on your phone and allows you to use the voice
recognition system to make and receive calls. The system can also
read incoming text messages, as well as allowing you to reply to
texts or send short messages. The system automatically reconnects
to your Bluetooth
®device and will remember your driver profile.
For instructions on how to pair your phone to the Touchscreen,
see page 94 for Android devices or page 98 for Apple devices.
Visithttps://www.subaru.com/owners/index.htmlfor complete
details on what is available by connecting a phone to the Touchscreen.
MAKING A CALL
You can make a call through voice recognition by
pressing the “Voice Recognition Switch” on the
steering wheel. After pressing the “Voice Recognition
Switch”, wait for the “Voice Guidance” screen to
appear on the Touchscreen and say “Call [name and
phone type]” or “Dial [number]”.
To make a call from the Touchscreen, start by pushing
the “Home” button and then select “Phone”. After the
phone screen displays, select the method you would
like to use to make a call.
• Overview – Allows you to call the last number.
• Favorites – Allows you to place a call to one of your
favorites on your phone.
• Recent – Allows you to call someone that has recently called you or that you called.
• Keypad – Allows you to dial any number you would like.
• Phonebook – Displays the phonebook from your phone.
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RECEIVING A CALL
To receive a call, press the “Talk Switch” on the steering wheel or the “Talk Button” on the
Touchscreen.
To reject a call, press the “End Switch” on the steering wheel or the “End Button” on the
Touchscreen.
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TEXT MESSAGES
Received messages can be forwarded from
the connected Bluetooth®phone, enabling
checking and replying using the system. To
use this function, it is necessary to set the
phonebook download function to ON. When a
Short Message Service (SMS)/ Multimedia
Messaging Service (MMS) is received, the
incoming message screen pops up with sound
and is ready to be retrieved using the
Touchscreen. Select “Play” to listen to the message or “View” to see the message on the
screen. This button may not be available if the vehicle is moving.
If there is more than one unread message, a
screen will appear allowing you to either view
your inbox or ignore the message.
Depending on the type of Bluetooth
®phone
connected, received messages may not be
transferred to the message inbox. If the phone
does not support the message function, this
function cannot be used.
Depending on the Bluetooth
®phone type, the screen display may differ, and it may not be
possible to use certain functions.
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SUBARU STARLINK®IN-VEHICLE APPS
SUBARU STARLINK®Multimedia offers advanced connectivity
through Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Pandora®apps.
Wireless pairing and hands-free smartphone operation allow for
safe and easy connection to your favorite apps and content. You
can access news, navigation, music, podcasts, and more through
the available SUBARU STARLINK
®app.
For a complete list of all the apps available, visit
www.subaru.com/engineering/starlink/multimedia.html.
aha™ by HARMAN
aha is a cloud-based application that connects to the system and
gives you access to your favorite web content safely and easily.
There are thousands of available stations spanning internet radio,
personalized music, audiobooks, Facebook, Twitter, restaurant and
hotel searches, weather and more. For more about aha, visit
www.aharadio.com.
To use the aha application, connect your iPhone or Android device
via Bluetooth
®. When connecting an iPhone or Android device with
the aha application installed, you can control, view, and hear aha
content through the system.
With the 8.0-inch Multimedia Navigation function, you may also display Points Of Interest
(POI) information from the aha application on the map screen and route to these POIs.
Pandora®
Pandora is a free, personalized radio that offers effortless and endless music enjoyment.
To use the Pandora application, first install the Pandora application on your smartphone.
Then connect your iPhone or Android device via Bluetooth
®.
NOTE: Some vehicles might be incompatible with this app depending on difference
between models and software version.
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Android Auto™
Android Auto can be used to view maps, play music,
and place calls by connecting your Android device to
the system. You can also run supported applications.
To use the Android Auto application, connect your
Android device to the USB port.
For more information on connecting your phone,
please refer to page 102.
For details on services or operations, visit the Android
Auto siteswww.android.com/auto/or
www.support.google.com/androidauto/.
Apple CarPlay®
Apple CarPlay can be used to view maps, play music, and place
calls by connecting your iPhone to the system. You can also run
supported applications. To use the Apple CarPlay application,
connect your iPhone to the USB port.
For more information on connecting your iPhone, please refer
to page 105.
For details on services or operations, check the Apple CarPlay site
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/.
SiriusXM®Travel Link
SiriusXM®U.S. satellite and data services are
available only in the 48 states of the
contiguous USA and DC.
Data service information, which is comprised
of sports, weather, stocks and fuel prices, can
be received via the SiriusXM
®Radio, with the
option to turn on or off weather alerts.
To receive the data service information in the
vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM
®Satellite Radio Service is necessary following a
free trial.
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SUBARU STARLINK®MOBILE APP
There are several key applications that can be loaded to your phone and used while in your
Subaru to help you while you drive. You must also download and log in to the SUBARU
STARLINK
®app on your phone to use these apps.
To download the SUBARU STARLINK
®app, go to the Apple App Store or the Google Play
Store and search for SUBARU STARLINK®in the menu.
Below are a few apps that you may find helpful.
Quick Reference Guide
This is the digital version of the original printed Getting
Started Guide that is standard in all new Subaru
vehicles. The app features In-Vehicle Help (IVH) that
provides an interactive, searchable, model-specific
concierge through the Touchscreen.
Yelp
Yelp is a local guide powered by a community of
reviewers that helps you find great local businesses.
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Chimani
Get the most comprehensive guide to all 417 national
parks in the United States. Quickly learn about each
park’s history and highlights.
eBird
Exclusive to Subaru vehicles, the eBird app tells you
what birds are being seen near you in real time. Based
on a database of millions of bird sightings, eBird acts
as a “digital coach” for finding birds. Use the app to
decide where to go based on the distance to a great
birding location and the species being seen there. For
example, the app may tell you the nearest sighting of a
certain species is 8 miles away and navigate you to
the last place it was seen. Full-screen photos help you
confirm your sightings.
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MYSUBARU
Whether you’re on the road or planning adventures, the MySubaru app makes loving every
part of owning your Subaru easy. Although the mobile app is great when you are on the go,
you can also visitwww.MySubaru.comfrom your computer to access the same functions
and to aid in planning your trip before you leave.
You can download the MySubaru app from the Google Play Store or
the Apple App Store on your phone by searching MySubaru.
By creating an account, you can:
• Schedule service with a preferred Subaru retailer
• Get vehicle service reminders, recall alerts, and exclusive
coupons
• Track and record your service history
• Access resources like your owner’s manuals, how to videos and
more
• Have access to SUBARU STARLINK
®Safety and Security features (must have an active
SUBARU STARLINK®subscription)
• Get help from 24-hour roadside assistance (24-hour roadside is included in standard
3-year warranty, and after 3 years with a Concierge package)
Service Appointment Scheduler
The SUBARU STARLINK®Service
Appointment Scheduler can help you set an
appointment from the MySubaru website,
Mobile App or the vehicle’s Touchscreen.
Getting your Subaru vehicle to the Subaru
professionals for service is easy, no matter
where you are. If you are away from your
preferred Subaru retailer for service, you can
always use Service Appointment Scheduler to locate any of our certified Subaru retailers
near your location.
STARLINK
®Service Appointment Scheduler on your Touchscreen is a convenient way to
set a service appointment. Simply select the MySubaru icon on the home screen and
choose “Make an Appointment” to get started.
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MAPS OVERVIEW
Your new SUBARU STARLINK®comes equipped with an integrated navigation system,
powered by TomTom. We hope you enjoy the state-of-the-art navigation technology and
optimized mapping routes to guide you on safer, better, and more enjoyable journeys.
With your integrated navigation system, you can find destinations by address or search by
points of interest, as well as save destinations in the system as favorites. You can also
customize route options and settings and find the nearest gas station along your route with
the touch of a button.
For more information and step by step directions on using your navigation system,
please refer to page 109 or the STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
CREATING HOME AND WORK PROFILES
Creating a driver profile allows you to save your home address and work address in the
navigation system for ease of use.
For step by step instructions on creating a driver profile, please refer to page 56.
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