FORD FOCUS 2018 Owners Manual

Included here are some of the mostpopular commands for each SYNC 3feature.
Audio Voice Commands
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that foraudio voice commands it can be the nameof a Sirius channel or a channel number, aradio frequency number, or the name of aartist, album, song or a genre.
To control the media features, press the voice button and when prompted, say:
DescriptionVoice command
You can say the Sirius channel name or numbersuch as "Sirius channel 16".*Sirius Channel ___
You can also turn to a Sirius channel by saying the channel's name, such as "The Pulse".
Allows you to tune to a specific FM or AMfrequency such as "88.7 FM" or "1580 AM".AM ___
FM ___
Allows you to tune to a specific HD frequencysuch as “88.7 FM HD 1”.*FM ___ HD ___
Allows you to listen to music on your Bluetooth-connected device.Bluetooth Audio
Allows you to listen to music on your USBconnected device.USB
For USB audio only, you can say the name of anartist, album, song or a genre to listen to thatselection. Your system must finish indexingbefore this option is available. For example, youcould say "Play artist, The Beatles" or "Play song,Penny Lane".
Play Genre ___
Play Playlist ___
Play Artist ___
Play Album ___
Play Podcast ___
Play Song ___
Play Audiobook ___
For USB audio only, you can say the name of anartist, album, or a genre to browse by that selec-tion. Your system must finish indexing before thisoption is available. For example you can say"Browse The Beatles" or "Browse folk".
Browse ___
* This option may not be available in all markets or may require a subscription.
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Phone Voice Commands
Pairing a Phone
You can use voice commands to connectyour Bluetooth-enabled phone to thesystem.
To pair your phone, press the voice button and when prompted, say:
DescriptionVoice command
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairingprocess. See Settings (page 379).Pair Phone
Making Calls
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that forphone voice commands it can be the nameof the contact you wish to call or the digitsyou want to dial.
Press the voice button and say a command similar to the following:
DescriptionVoice command
Allows you to call a specific contact from your phonebooksuch as "Call Jenny".Call ___
Allows you to call a specific contact from your phonebookat a specific location such as "Call Jenny at Home".Call ___ at ___
Allows you to dial a specific number such as “Dial 867-5309”.Dial ___
Please make sure that you are saying thecontact name exactly as it appears in yourcontact list.
Once you have provided the digits of the phone number, you can say the followingcommands:
DescriptionVoice Command
If the full number was not entered with the first command, youcan continue saying the number.<0-9>
Tells SYNC 3 to make the phone call.Dial
Tells SYNC 3 to erase the last block of digits stated.Delete
Tells SYNC 3 to erase the entire number.Clear
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Text Message Voice Commands
To access text message options, press the voice button and say:
DescriptionVoice command
Listen to Message
You can say the number of the message youwould like to hear.Listen to text message ___
Reply to Message
Navigation Voice Commands (If
Equipped)
Setting a Destination
You can use any of the followingcommands to set a destination or find apoint of interest.
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that fornavigation voice commands it can be a POIcategory or an address.
You can find an address, a point of interest (POI), or search for points of interestby category:
DescriptionVoice command
Allows you to enter the address search functionality.Find an Address
State the name of the POI category you would like to search forsuch as "Find restaurants".Find a ___
Allows you to enter the POI search functionality.Find POI
Allows you to enter the intersection search functionality.Find Intersection
State the name of the POI category you would like to search fornearby such as "Destination nearest restaurants".Destination Nearest___
Allows you to see a list of your previous destinations.Destination PreviousDestination
Allows you to route to your home address.Destination Home
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In addition, you can say these commands when a route is active:
DescriptionVoice command
Cancels the current route.Cancel Route
Allows you to select an alternate route.Detour
Repeats the last guidance prompt.Repeat Instruction
Shows the current route.Show Route
Provides current location.Where Am I
Allows you to zoom in on the map.Zoom in
Allows you to zoom out from the map.Zoom out
Mobile App Voice Commands (If Equipped)
The following voice commands are always available:
DescriptionVoice command
SYNC 3 will prompt you to say the name of an app to start it onSYNC 3.Mobile Apps
SYNC 3 will list all of the currently available Mobile Apps.List Mobile Apps
SYNC 3 will search and connect to compatible app(s) running onyour mobile device.Find Mobile Apps
There are also voice commands that you can use when app(s) are connected toSYNC 3:
DescriptionVoice command
At any time, you can say the name of a mobile app to start themobile app on SYNC 3.Say the name of anapp
SYNC 3 will list the available voice commands for the specifiedapp if the app is running on SYNC 3.Say the name of anapp, followed byhelp
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SiriusXM Traffic and Travel LinkVoice Commands (If Equipped)SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link may notbe available in all markets. Activation anda subscription are required.
You can say the following commands to access SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link:
DescriptionVoice command
Displays a list of traffic incidents.Show Traffic
Displays the current weather map.Show Weather Map
Displays a list of fuel prices.Show Fuel Prices
Displays the 5 day weather forecast.Show 5 Day Fore-cast
Help
Voice Settings Commands
You can say the following commands to access the voice settings:
DescriptionVoice command
Allows you to enter the voice settings functionality.Voice Settings
Sets standard prompting with longer prompts.Interaction ModeStandard
Sets advanced prompting with shorter prompts.Interaction ModeAdvanced
Allows the system to confirm before making a phone call.Phone Confirmation On
The system does not confirm before placing a call.Phone Confirmation Off
The system displays a short list of available commands.Voice Command Lists On
The system does not display the list of commands.Voice Command Lists Off
You can use the volume control to adjustthe volume of the system voice prompts.While prompt is active, adjust the volumecontrol up or down to your desired setting.
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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.
ENTERTAINMENT
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Message and descriptionMessage
SourcesA
Direct TuneB
PresetsC
You can access these options using thetouchscreen or voice commands.
Sources
Press this button to select the source ofmedia you want to listen to.
Menu item
AM
FM
*SIRIUS
CD
The name of the USB that is plugged in displays here.USB
Bluetooth Stereo
If you have SYNC 3 compatible apps on your connected smart phone, theydisplay here as individual source selections.Apps
* This feature may not be available in all markets and requires an active subscription.
AM/FM Radio
Tuning a Station
You can use the tune or seek controls onthe radio bezel to select a station.
To tune a station using thetouchscreen, select:
Menu item
Direct Tune
A pop up appears, allowing you to type inthe frequency of a station. You can onlyenter a valid station for the source you arecurrently listening to.
You can press the backspace button todelete the previously entered number.
Once you have entered the station'scall numbers, you can select:
Action and descrip-tionMenu item
Press to beginplaying the stationyou have entered.
Enter
Press to exitwithout changingthe station.
Cancel
Presets
To set a new preset, tune to the stationand then press and hold one of thememory preset buttons. The audio mutesbriefly while the system saves the stationand then returns.
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There are two preset banks available forAM and three banks for FM. To accessadditional presets, tap the preset button.The indicator on the preset button showswhich bank of presets you are currentlyviewing.
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (IfActivated)
Note: This feature may not be available inall markets and requires an activesubscription.
SiriusXM satellite radio is asubscription-based satellite radio servicethat broadcasts a variety of music, sports,news, weather, traffic and entertainmentprogramming. Your factory-installedSiriusXM satellite radio system includeshardware and a limited subscription termthat begins on the date of sale or lease ofyour vehicle. See an authorized dealer foravailability.
For more information on extendedsubscription terms (a service fee isrequired), the online media player and alist of SiriusXM satellite radio channels,and other features, please visitwww.siriusxm.com in the United States,www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or callSiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.
Note:SiriusXM reserves the unrestrictedright to change, rearrange, add or deleteprogramming. This includes canceling,moving or adding particular channels, andits prices, at any time, with or without noticeto you. Ford Motor Company shall not beresponsible for any such programmingchanges.
Note:This receiver includes the eCosreal-time operating system. eCos ispublished under the eCos License.
The following buttons are available for SiriusXM:
Action and descriptionMenu item
Touch this button to see a list of available stations.Browse
A pop-up appears, allowing you to type in the call numbers ofa station.Direct Tune
Once you enter the stations call numbers, you can select:
The system tunes to the station you select.Enter
You exit the pop-up and the current stationcontinues to play.Cancel
You can press the backspace button to delete the previousnumber.
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Action and descriptionMenu item
Replay audio on the current channel. You can replay approx-imately 45 minutes of audio as long as you remain tuned tothe current station. Changing stations erases the previousaudio.
Replay
When you are in replay mode, you are notable to select a different preset until youreturn to live audio. Pressing this buttonreturns you to the live broadcast.
Live
Save the current song, artist, or team as a favorite. The systemalerts you when it plays again on any channel.ALERT
Selecting this button allows you to enable and edit alerts. SeeSettings (page 379).
Memory Presets
To set a preset, tune to the station thenpress and hold one of the memory presetbuttons. The audio mutes briefly while thesystem saves the station and returns oncethe station is stored.
There are three preset banks available forSiriusXM. To access additional presets, tapthe preset button. The indicator on thepreset button shows which bank of presetsyou are currently viewing.
Satellite Radio Electronic SerialNumber (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify ortrack your satellite radio account. SeeSettings (page 379).
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Reception Factors and Troubleshooting
Potential reception issues
For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clearof snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and othermaterials as far away from the antenna as possible.
Antenna obstructions
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunder-storms can interfere with your reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating tower,a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and the audiosystem may mute.
Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING... to indicate the interfer-ence and the audio system may mute.Satellite radio signalinterference
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Troubleshooting tips
ActionCauseMessage
No action required. Thismessage should disappearshortly.
Radio requires more than twoseconds to produce audio forthe selected channel.
Acquiring Signal
If this message does not clearshortly, or with an ignition keycycle, your receiver may havea fault. See an authorizeddealer for service.
There is an internal module orsystem failure present.Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Tune to another channel orchoose another preset.The channel is no longer avail-able.Invalid Channel
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to subscribe to thechannel, or tune to anotherchannel.
Your subscription does notinclude this channel.Unsubscribed Channel
The signal is blocked. Whenyou move into an open area,the signal should return.
The signal is lost from the Siri-usXM satellite or SiriusXMtower to your vehicle antenna.
Satellite acquiringsignal…
No action required. Theprocess may take up to threeminutes.
Update of channel program-ming in progress.Updating…
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to resolve subscrip-tion issues.
Your satellite service is nolonger available.Questions? Call 1-888-539-7474
Use the channel guide to turnoff the Lock or Skip function onthat station.
All the channels in the selectedcategory are either skipped orlocked.
None found. Checkchannel guide.
No action required.SiriusXM has updated thechannels available for yourvehicle.
SIRIUS Subscriptionupdated
HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable)
Note: This feature may not be available inall markets.
To activate HD radio, please see the RadioSettings in the Settings Chapter. SeeSettings (page 379).
Note:HD Radio broadcasts are notavailable in all markets.
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