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Display: Shows the status of the current mode selected.A
Numeric keypad: In radio mode, you can store your favorite radio stations. Tostore a radio station, tune to the station, then press and hold a preset buttonuntil sound returns. In CD mode, select a track.
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Function buttons: Select different functions of the audio system dependingon which mode you are in (for example Radio mode or CD mode).C
OK and Arrow buttons: Press OK to confirm menu selections. Press to scrollthrough the menu choices.D
TUNE: In radio mode, press to manually search through the radio frequencyband. In SIRIUS mode, press to find the previous or next available satellite radiostation.
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Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse: In radio mode, select a frequency bandand press either button. The system stops at the first station it finds in thatdirection. In SIRIUS mode, press to select the next or previous satellite radiostation. If a specific category is selected (such as jazz, rock or news), press tofind the next or previous in the selected category. In CD mode, press to selectthe next or previous track. Press and hold to move quickly forward or backwardthrough the current track.
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CD slot: Insert a CD.G
Eject: Press to eject a CD.H
VOL and Power: Press to switch the system on and off. Turn to adjust thevolume.I
PHONE: Press to access the phone features of the SYNC system. See yourSYNC information.J
MENU: Press to access different audio system features. See Menu Structurelater in this section.K
MEDIA: Press to open the media source menu. You can press this multipletimes to change to CD or to a SYNC-Media device or scroll through the mediasources using the arrow buttons. Press OK to select a source.
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CLOCK: If not in phone mode, press to display the clock.M
RADIO: Press this multiple times to select a radio band. Press and hold toselect the autostore function. Press to return to the main screen of the activeradio band.
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SIRIUS: Press to listen to SIRIUS satellite radio.O
CD: Press to listen to a CD. Press the function buttons to scroll through themenu choices.P
SOUND: Press to access settings for Treble, Midrange, Bass, Fade or Balance.Use the up and down arrow buttons to select the various settings. When youmake your selection, press the left and right arrow buttons to change thesettings. Press OK to set or press MENU to exit. Sound settings can be set foreach audio source independently.
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Menu Structure
Note:Depending on your system, someoptions may appear slightly different.
Press MENU.
Press the up and down arrow buttons toscroll through the options.
Press the right arrow to enter a menu.Press the left arrow to exit a menu.
Press OK to confirm a selection.
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Radio
Use the left and right arrows to go up or down thefrequency band.Manual tune
Select for a brief sampling of all available channels.Scan
Select to store the six strongest local stations on the AM-AST and FM-AST frequency bands.AST
Select to view additional broadcast data (radio text), ifavailable. This feature defaults to off. RBDS must be onfor you to set a category, or display radio text and stationnames.
RBDS/RDS
Audio Settings
Automatically adjusts the volume to compensate forspeed and wind noise. You can set the system between0 and +7.
Speed CompensatedVolume
Select to adjust settings for Treble, Midrange, Bass, Fadeor Balance.Sound
Select to optimize sound quality for the chosen seatingposition.Occupancy Mode
Choose between the stereo modes.DSP
CD Settings
Select to scan all disc selections.Scan All
Select to scan all music in the current MP3 folder.Scan Folder
Select to bring soft and loud passages together for a moreconsistent listening level.CD Compression
Clock Settings
Select to set the time.Set Time
Select to set the calendar date.Set Date
Select to view clock time in a 12-hour mode or 24-hourmode.24h Mode
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Display Settings
Select to change display brightness.Dimming
Select to display the language in English, French orSpanish.Language
Select to display the outside temperature in Fahrenheitor Celsius.Temp. Setting
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
AM/FM/CD/TOUCHSCREEN
DISPLAY
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Note:The touchscreen system controlsmost of the audio features. See your SYNCinformation.
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Note:This receiver includes the eCosreal-time operating system. eCos ispublished under the eCos License.
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
Potential satellite radio reception issues
For optimal reception performance, keep the antennaclear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and othermaterial as far away from the antenna as possible.
Antenna obstructions
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage andthunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one andthe audio system may mute.
Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING . . . to indicate theinterference and the audio system may mute.Satellite radio signal interfer-ence
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service
Note:SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted rightto change, rearrange, add or deleteprogramming including canceling, movingor adding particular channels, and its prices,at any time, with or without notice to you.Ford Motor Company shall not beresponsible for any such programmingchanges.
SIRIUS satellite radio is asubscription-based satellite radio servicethat broadcasts a variety of music, sports,news, weather, traffic and entertainmentprogramming. Your factory-installedSIRIUS satellite radio system includeshardware and a limited subscription term,which begins on the date of sale or leaseof your vehicle. See an authorized dealerfor availability.
For more information on extendedsubscription terms (a service fee isrequired), the online media player and acomplete list of SIRIUS satellite radiochannels, and other features, please visitwww.siriusxm.com in the United States,www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUSat 1-888-539-7474.
Satellite Radio Electronic SerialNumber (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify ortrack your satellite radio account. When insatellite radio mode, tune to channel 0.
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System data cannot be accessed withoutspecial equipment and access to thevehicle's SYNC module. Ford MotorCompany and Ford of Canada will notaccess the system data for any purposeother than as described absent consent, acourt order, or where required by lawenforcement, other governmentauthorities, or other third parties actingwith lawful authority. Other parties mayseek to access the informationindependently of Ford Motor Company andFord of Canada. For further privacyinformation, see the section on 911 Assist.See SYNC™ Applications and Services(page 471).
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
This system helps you control manyfeatures using voice commands. Thisallows you to keep your hands on thewheel and focus on what is around you.
Initiating a Voice Session
Press the voice button. A list ofavailable voice commandsappears in the display.
Global Voice Commands
These voice commands are alwaysavailable. You can say them at any time.
Global voice commands
This command ends the voice session. Youcan also cancel a session by holding thevoice button for two or more seconds.
(cancel | exit)
This command provides you with hints,examples and instructions.help
This command restarts the voice sessionfrom the initial starting point.(main menu | start again)
You can say any of the voice commands that appear within open and close brackets thatare separated by |. For example, where; (cancel | exit) appears you say; cancel or exit.
Helpful Hints
•Make sure the interior of your vehicle isas quiet as possible. Wind noise fromopen windows and road vibrations mayprevent the system from correctlyrecognizing spoken commands.
•Before giving a voice command, waitfor the system announcement to finish,followed by a single tone. Anycommand spoken before this does notregister with the system.
•Speak naturally, without long pausesbetween words.
•You can interrupt the system at anytime while it is speaking by pressing thevoice button. You can cancel a voicesession by pressing and holding thevoice button.
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To adjust this setting press the voice button, when prompted say:
Action and DescriptionVoice Command
voice settings
Then any of the following:
When enabled, this feature will prompt youto confirm any voice initiated call commandprior to the call being placed.
phone confirmation on
The system will make a best guess; youmay still occasionally be asked to confirmsettings.
phone confirmation off
Changing the Voice Settings
In addition to using voice commands tochange the voice settings, you can also usethe menu in the audio display.
To change the voice settings press theMenu button then select:
Menu Item
SYNC-Settings
Voice settings
Note:Depending on the current climatecontrol settings, the fan speed mayautomatically go down while issuing voicecommands or while making and receivingphone calls via SYNC to reduce the amountof background noise in the vehicle. The fanspeed will automatically return to normaloperation once the voice session ends. Fanspeed can also be adjusted normally duringa voice session, simply press fan buttons (orturn fan knob) to increase or decrease fanspeed to desired setting.
To disable this automatic fan speedreduction feature during voice sessions,press and hold the climate control AC andRecirculated air buttons simultaneously,release and then increase fan speed within2 seconds. To re-enable this feature, repeatthe above sequence.
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
PHONE
Hands-free calling is one of the mainfeatures of SYNC. While the systemsupports a variety of features, many aredependent on your cellular phone'sfunctionality. At a minimum, most cellularphones with Bluetooth wireless technologysupport the following functions:
•Answering an incoming call.
•Ending a call.
•Using privacy mode.
•Dialing a number.
•Redialing.
•Call waiting notification.
•Caller ID.
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Other features, such as text messagingusing Bluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload, are phone-dependent features.To check your phone's compatibility, seeyour phone's manual and visitwww.SYNCMyRide.com,www.SYNCMyRide.ca orwww.syncmaroute.ca.
Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNCallows you to make and receive hands-freecalls.
Note:SYNC can support downloading upto approximately 4000 entries perBluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission or firstgear for manual transmission.
Using the Audio System
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1. Make sure to switch on your phone'sBluetooth feature before starting thesearch. See your device's manual ifnecessary.
2. Press the PHONE button. When theaudio display indicates there is nopaired phone, select the option to add.
3. When a message to begin pairingappears in the audio display, search forSYNC on your phone to start the pairingprocess.
4. When prompted on your cell phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cell phone. Your phone is nowpaired and the display indicates thatthe pairing was successful. If you areprompted to enter a PIN on your device,enter the PIN displayed on the screen.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Using Voice Commands
Make sure to switch on yourphone's Bluetooth featurebefore starting the search. Seeyour device's manual if necessary.
Press the voice and when promptedsay:
Action and Descrip-tionVoice Command
Follow the instruc-tions on the audiodisplay.
(pair ([Bluetooth]device | phone |Bluetooth audio) |add phone)
You can say any of the voice commandsthat appear within open and close bracketsthat are separated by |. For example,where; (what's | what is) appears you say;what's or what is.
The commands that have [ ] around theword means that the word is optional.
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Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission or firstgear for manual transmission.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1. Make sure to switch on your phone'sBluetooth feature before starting thesearch. See your device's manual ifnecessary.
2. Press the PHONE button.
3. Select the option for BluetoothDevices.
4. Press the OK button.
5. Select the option to add. This startsthe pairing process.
6. When a message to begin pairingappears in the audio display, search forSYNC on your device.
7. When prompted on your cell phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cell phone. Your phone is nowpaired and the display indicates thatthe pairing was successful. If you areprompted to enter a PIN on your device,enter the PIN displayed on the screen.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
SYNC may prompt you with more cellphone options. Your cell phone may alsoprompt you to give SYNC permission toaccess information. For more informationon your cell phone’s capability, see yourcell phone’s manual and visit the website.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice button. Whenprompted, say any of thefollowing:
Voice Command
(phone | Blackberry | iPhone)
Then say any of the following:
call (___)
call ___ at home
call ___ ((in|at) [the] office | at work)
call ___ on (cell | mobile)
call ___ on other
1dial [[a] number]
2([go to] privacy | transfer to phone| privacy on)
2(hold call [on] | place call on hold)
2join (calls | call)
2mute call [on]
2(mute call off | un-mute call)
(turn ringer on | silent mode off)
(turn ringer off | silent mode [on])
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Voice Command
You can state the name ofthe desired device, such as“My iPhone”,“My Galaxy”or“My iPod”. SYNC mayask you to confirm the typeof device (Phone, USB, orBluetooth Audio).
(connect |device) ___
Making Calls
Press the voice button. Whenprompted, say:
Voice Command
call [[a] name]
SYNC prompts you to saythe numbers that you wishto dial. After you say thenumbers, the systemconfirms it. You can thensay:
dial [[a]number]
When the system has stated thenumber, you say any of the following:
Voice Command
This initiates the call.(dial | send)
This erases the spokendigits.(delete |correct)
To end the call, press the end call button
on the steering wheel or select the end calloption in the audio display.
Receiving Calls
Accepting calls
When receiving a call, you can answer thecall by pressing the accept call button onthe steering wheel or use the screen.
To use the screen to accept a callselect:
Menu Item
Accept
Rejecting Calls
When receiving a call, you can reject thecall by pressing the reject call button onthe steering wheel or use the screen.
To use the screen to reject a call select:
Menu Item
Reject
Ignore the call by doing nothing.
Phone Options during an ActiveCall
During an active call, you have more menufeatures that become available, such asputting a call on hold or joining calls.
To access this menu, choose one of theoptions available at the bottom of theaudio display or select More to choosefrom the following options:
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