USB SUBARU LEGACY 2020 Getting Started Guide

ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
Power Outlets (12V)
Power outlets (12V) are located in the front center console. Electrical power is available for
use with in-vehicle electrical appliances with a
maximum power rating of 120W.
1.Auxiliary Input Jack
The 3.5mm auxiliary input jack is located in
the front of the center console. You can
connect a portable music player to the
auxiliary jack and hear the music stored on
it through your Subaru’s speakers. Press
the “Source” button located on the steering
wheel or the “Media” button on the
Touchscreen to select the auxiliary mode.
For more information, please refer to the SUBARU STARLINK™ Owner’s Manual.
2. USB Ports
The USB ports are located in the front of the center console and the rear seat areas.
You can connect a variety of USB-equipped devices to the front center console ports,
such as portable music players or smartphones, to enjoy your favorite music through
your STARLINK Multimedia System. All ports provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. For
more information, please refer to the SUBARU STARLINK™ Owner’s Manual.
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The SUBARU STARLINK™ allows you to control your phone, media, radio, apps and
navigation systems from a single screen. It also allows you to customize the Car Settings
to your preference.
HOME SCREEN ICONS
MySubaru– Whether you’re on the road or
planning adventures, the MySubaru app makes
loving every part of owning your Subaru easy.
Apps - Entertainment and convenience
applications that can be used to enhance your
driving experience. The apps included are:
MySubaru, Pandora, Travel Link, Android Auto,
SUBARU STARLINK™ and Apple Car Play.
Radio – Allows you to select a station to listen
to as well as pause and playback live radio.
Car Info – Displays the operating status of
vehicle functions, vehicle status, and vehicle
inclination in the “Driving Statistics” screen. The
current setting of various vehicle functions and
a brief description of each function can be
viewed in the “Advanced Package” screen and
vehicle maintenance intervals in the
“Maintenance” screen.
SUBARU STARLINK – 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.
Map – Allows you to enter a destination and have route guidance to get you where you are
going.
Media – Allows you to play CDs, USB/iPod music or Bluetooth
®audio by connecting to
the device.
Phone – Allows you to place and receive calls and text messages.
Settings – Allows you to change the settings to your personal choice for select systems
inside the vehicle.
Add Shortcut – Allows you to add icons for various functions to the home screen.
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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. Receive and initiate calls or play music directly from your
device while keeping it stowed for safety.
To pair a Bluetooth
®device to the Touchscreen, see page 98 for Android devices or page
101 for Apple devices.
CD (if equipped)
The CD player holds a single disc only. To access the CD menu, put a CD in the player or
touch the CD icon on the Touchscreen. Depending on the CD format, it may show the CD
album art work on the Touchscreen.
USB / iPod
The USB connection is below the Center Information Display (CID) in front of the shifter.
You can plug in a USB memory storage device or iPod. 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 the 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 Touchscreen.
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WHAT ARE SUBARU STARLINK™ APPS?
SUBARU STARLINK™ Multimedia offers advanced connectivity
through Apple CarPlay™ or Android™ Auto 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.
Android™ Auto
Android Auto can be used to view maps, play music,
and place calls by connecting your Android device to
the system. Supported applications can also be run.
For more information, please refer to page 104.
For details on the services or the operations, visit the
Android Auto sites www.android.com/auto/ or
www.support.google.com/androidauto/.
To use the Android Auto application, connect your
Android device to the USB port.
Apple CarPlay™
Apple CarPlay can be used to view maps, play music, and place
calls by connecting your iPhone to the system. Supported
applications can also be run. For more information, please refer to
page 107.
For details on the services or the operations, check the Apple
CarPlay site www.apple.com/ios/carplay/.
To use the Apple CarPlay application, connect your iPhone to the
USB port.
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MAPS/NAVIGATION
There are many settings that can be customized to your preference. These settings are
under the “Setting” menu and then “Navigation”. Below are some of the common settings
you may want to change:
SETTINGFUNCTION
Show Along Route Turn the display for parking lots, gas
stations and rest areas on or off for the
route being traveled during route guidance.
Arrival Distance/Time Sets the display for the estimated
remaining distance and estimated
remaining time to the destination.
Freeway Exit Preview Sets the freeway exit preview to on or off.
Automatic Zoom Sets whether to automatically enlarge the
map when approaching intersections or
turning points during route guidance on or
off.
Auto-Hide Route Bar Sets the route bar auto-hide function to on
or off.
Route Preference Sets the preferred route type when
searching for a new route.
Avoid Sets avoidance criteria for the route
calculation.
Traffic Warning Tone Sets the traffic alert sound to on or off.
Map Update Sets the updating of the map data.
Checking for Updates
You can update the maps to the latest information. For the best possible navigation
experience, regularly update maps for all frequented regions, including nearby states.
The maps can be updated over the air or with a USB memory device. When updating over
the air, you are limited to updating eight regions (states) at a time. This allows you to
update your home state without having to download the entire map program for the United
States. This option is great if you normally stay in your home state and/or surrounding
states.
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Updating Over-the-Air
To check for available updates over-the-air:
1. Connect to a Wi-Fi Network (see page 108).
2. From the Setting Navigation menu, select “Map Update”.
3. Select “Automatic Update”.
4. Select “Update maps automatically (at most 8 maps can be selected)”.
5. Choose up to eight regions to update by selecting the box for the regions (States) youwant to update.
6. Select “Back”.
You will get a screen if updates are available. From there, choose either “Yes”, “Select
Region(s)”, or “Cancel”.
Updating Using Your PC/MAC
Maps can also be updated using a USB memory device, which will
allow the entire map program to be updated at one time. This is a
great option if you are going to take a cross-country trip and your
maps have not been updated in a while.
To update the map using a USB memory device, start by going to
www.subaru.com. Click on the “For Owners” tab and select the
“Navigation” link, then follow the directions on the screen.
CLOCK
The clock can be updated in different ways depending on if it has navigation or not. It can
also be set manually or automatically through a Bluetooth-connected phone on vehicles
without navigation or through GPS for vehicles with navigation.
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ANDROID AUTO
Cables
Always use a high-quality OEM USB cable.
Ensure the Android phone is fully up to date. Also verify that the
Android Auto app, along with all other apps that work with Android
Auto, are up to date. Android Auto might not function properly if one
of them is outdated or having an issue. The apps can be
downloaded from the Play Store.
For more information, visit www.android.com/auto/.
Connecting an Android Phone
1To set up Android Auto, first plug the
Android phone into the USB port of the
vehicle using a quality OEM cable. The
first time you plug in, this message will
appear. Select “Accept”. After that, select
“Accept” to any other prompts that
appear. Android Auto might also need to
download before functioning on the
vehicle; allow it to do so.
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APPLE CARPLAY
Cables
Apple CarPlay requires compatible iPhones to be connected via
your Subaru’s USB port. Cables must be an 8-Pin Lightning MFi
Certified cable (made for iPod/iPhone). Look for the “Works with
Apple CarPlay” or “Made for iPod, iPhone, iPad” icons when
selecting a cable. For more information, visit:
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/.
Connecting an iPhone
1. To set up Apple CarPlay, make sure Siri is turned on then plug the iOS/Apple phone intothe USB port of the vehicle. Make sure to use an MFi certified cable.
2. Select “Allow” on the iOS/Apple phone when prompted.
3. Select Apple CarPlay on the vehicle screen. This will bring you to the home page of
your phone in Apple CarPlay.
Ensure the iOS/Apple phone is fully up to
date. Also ensure all apps that work on
Apple CarPlay are up to date. Apple
CarPlay might not function correctly if one
of the apps is outdated or having an issue.
Apps can be updated in the App Store.
Compatible Models
For a list of all the Apple phones that are compatible with Apple
CarPlay, visit: www.apple.com/ios/carplay/.
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G
GAUGES . . . . . . . . . . ........25
GENERAL Connect to Home Wi-Fi ........88
Performing Software Updates .....89
H
HOME SCREEN ICONS . . ........48
HOOD PROP . . . . . . . . ........37
HOW TO CREATE A PROFILE Retrieving a Driver Profile .......52
I
IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION . . . 2
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Subaru Roadside Assistance . . . . . . 3
SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and
Security . . . . . . . . . . ........3
INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES . . . 23
INTERNAL SAFETY TRUNK RELEASE WITH SELF-ILLUMINATING
HANDLE . . . . . . . . . ........36
I SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
K
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START
Locking Using Door Handles ......5
Opening the Trunk . . . . ........5
Unlock Using Door Handles .......5
KEYLESS ENTRY Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking . . 4
L
LATCH/ANCHOR . . . . . .........35
LIGHT CONTROLS Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . 22 Illumination Brightness . . . . . . . . . 22
M
MAKING A CALL . . . ...........59
MAPS/NAVIGATION Checking for Updates . . . . . ....92
Updating Over-the-Air . . . . . . . . . 93
Updating Using Your PC/MAC . . . . 93
MAP UPDATES . . . . . . ........111
MEDIA Aux Input .................58
Bluetooth
®................58
CD ....................58
USB / iPod . . . . . . ..........58
MYSUBARU Service Appointment Scheduler . . . 66
MYSUBARU, MAKING OWNERSHIP EASY ...................68
N
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN . . . ......40
O
OVERHEAD PANEL ............24
OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . .........98
OVERVIEW OF YOUR MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
Screen Layout . . . . . . . . ......43
Various Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
P
PAIRING A PHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
PHONE . . . ................91
POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power Folding Mirrors . . . . . ....10
POWER MOONROOF Opening/Closing the Moonroof . . . . 13
Tilting the Moonroof . . . . ......13
POWER WINDOWS . . . . . . . . ....13
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