audio FORD RANGER 2023 Owner's Manual

Adjusting the Volume
Turn to adjust the volume.
Changing Radio Stations
In radio mode, turn to search through theradio frequency band.
In satellite radio mode, turn to find theprevious or next available satellite radiostation.
Playing or Pausing Media
Press and release the button toeither play or pause the audio.
Switching the Audio Unit On andOff
Press and release the button.
Using Seek, Fast Forward andReverse
In radio mode, select a frequency band andpress and release either button. Thesystem stops at the first station it finds inthat direction.
In satellite radio mode, press and releaseto select the next or previous satellite radiostation. If you select a specific categorysuch as jazz, rock or news, press to find thenext or previous station in that category.
CONNECTING A BLUETOOTH®
DEVICE - VEHICLES WITH: AM/
FM/USB/BLUETOOTH,
VEHICLES WITHOUT: SYNC
Pairing a Device
Press the button.
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Select BT Devices and follow theinstructions on the screen.
Note:When pairing a new device, you canchoose to download contacts and set thisas the primary device.
RADIO
Antenna
You can temporarily remove the mast byunscrewing it from the base. Make sure youfirmly screw in the mast when reattachingit to maintain optimum radio reception.
Note:Remove the antenna mast beforeentering a car wash.
SATELLITE RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio broadcasts avariety of music, news, sports, weather,traffic and entertainment satellite radiochannels. For more information and acomplete list of SiriusXM satellite radiochannels, visit www.siriusxm.com in theUnited States, www.siriusxm.ca in Canada,or call SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.
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.Factory-installed and aftermarket vehicle structuresincluding, but not limited to, roof racks and soft top roofsin a partially open position could reduce receptionperformance.
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 could overtake a weaker one andthe audio system may mute.
Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING . . . to indicate theinterference and the audio system could mute.Satellite radio signal interfer-ence
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SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
Note:SiriusXM reserves the unrestrictedright to change, rearrange, add or deleteprogramming including canceling, movingor adding particular channels, and its prices,at any time, with or without notice to you.Neither SiriusXM and its affiliates, nor FordMotor Company and its affiliates will beliable to you or any third party for any suchmodifications, suspension, or termination.
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 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 is required,the online media player and a completelist 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.
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.
Troubleshooting
ActionConditionMessage
No action required. Thismessage should disappearshortly.
Radio requires more thantwo seconds to produceaudio for the selectedchannel.
Acquiring…
If this message does notclear shortly, or with an igni-tion key cycle, your receivermay have a fault. See anauthorized dealer for service.
There is an internal moduleor system failure present.Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Tune to another channel orchoose another preset.The channel is no longeravailable.Invalid Channel
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to subscribe tothe channel, or tune toanother channel.
Your subscription does notinclude this channel.Unsubscribed Channel
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ActionConditionMessage
The signal is blocked. Whenyou move into an open area,the signal should return.
The signal is lost from theSiriusXM satellite or Siri-usXM tower to your vehicleantenna.
No Signal
No action required. Theprocess may take up tothree minutes.
Update of channelprogramming in progress.Updating…
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to resolvesubscription issues.
Your satellite service is nolonger available.Questions? Call
1-888-539-7474
Use the channel guide toturn off the Lock or Skipfunction on that station.
All the channels in theselected category are eitherskipped or locked.
None found
Check Channel Guide
No action required.SiriusXM has updated thechannels available for yourvehicle.
Subscription Updated
DIGITAL RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:HD Radio broadcasts are notavailable in all markets.
HD Radio technology is the digitalevolution of analog AM/FM radio. Yoursystem has a special receiver that allowsit to receive digital broadcasts, whereavailable, in addition to the analogbroadcasts, it already receives. Digitalbroadcasts provide a better sound qualitythan analog broadcasts with free,crystal-clear audio and no static ordistortion. For more information, and aguide to available stations andprogramming, please visitwww.hdradio.com.
When HD Radio is on and you tune to astation broadcasting HD Radio technology,you may notice the HD Radio logo on yourscreen. When this logo is available, youmay also see Title and Artist fieldson-screen.
The multicast indicator appears in FMmode, only, if the current station isbroadcasting multiple digital broadcasts.The highlighted numbers signify availabledigital channels where new or differentcontent is available. HD1 signifies the mainprogramming status and is available inanalog and digital broadcasts. Othermulticast stations, HD2 through HD7, areonly available digitally.
When HD Radio broadcasts are active, youcan access the following functions:
•Memory presets allow you to save anactive channel as a memory preset.Touch and hold a memory preset slotuntil the sound returns. There is a briefmute while the radio saves the station.Sound returns when finished. Whenswitching to an HD2 or HD3 memorypreset, the sound mutes before thedigital audio plays, because the systemhas to reacquire the digital signal.
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Note:As with any saved radio station, youcannot access the saved station if yourvehicle is outside the station’s receptionarea.
HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
Potential Reception Issues
If you are listening to a multicast station and you are onthe fringe of the reception area, the station may mute dueto weak signal strength.
Reception area
If you are listening to HD1, the system switches back tothe analog broadcast until the digital broadcast is availableagain. However, if you are listening to any of the possibleHD2-HD7 multicast channels, the station mutes and staysmuted unless it is able to connect to the digital signalagain.
When the system first receives a station, aside from HD2-HD7 multicast stations, it first plays the station in theanalog version. Once the receiver verifies the station is anHD Radio station, it shifts to the digital version. Dependingon the station quality, you may hear a slight sound changewhen the station changes from analog to digital. Blendingis the shift from analog to digital sound or digital back toanalog sound.
Station blending
In order to provide the best possibleexperience, use the contact form to reportany station issues found while listening toa station broadcasting with HD Radiotechnology. Independent entities own andoperate each station. These stations areresponsible for the accuracy of all audiostreams and data fields.
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Potential Station Issues
ActionCauseIssues
No action required. This is abroadcast issue.This is poor time alignmentby the radio broadcaster.Echo, stutter, skip or repeatin audio.Increase or decrease inaudio volume.
No action required. Thereception issue may clear upas you continue to drive.
The radio is shifting betweenanalog and digital audio.Sound fading or blending inand out.
No action required. This isnormal behavior. Wait untilthe audio is available.
The digital multicast is notavailable until the HD Radiobroadcast is decoded. Oncedecoded, the audio is avail-able.
There is an audio mutedelay when selecting HD2 orHD3, multicast preset ordirect tune.
No action required. Thestation is not available inyour current location.
The previously storedmulticast preset or directtune is not available in yourcurrent reception area.
Cannot access the HD2 orHD3 multicast channelswhen recalling a preset orfrom a direct tune.
Fill out the station issueform at website listed
below.1
Data service issue by theradio broadcaster.Text information does notmatch currently playingaudio.
Fill out the station issueform at website listed
below.1
Data service issue by theradio broadcaster.There is no text informationshown for currently selectedfrequency.
1 http://hdradio.com/stations/feedback.
HD Radio Technology manufactured underlicense from iBiquity Digital Corporationand foreign patents. HD Radio and the HDand HD Radio logos are proprietarytrademarks of DTS. Ford and DTS are notresponsible for the content sent using HDRadio technology. Content may bechanged, added or deleted at any time atthe station owner's discretion.
AUDIO INPUT JACK
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of any
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hand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
WARNING: Always place yourdevice in a secure location in your vehicleso it does not become a projectile in asudden stop or crash. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
The auxiliary input jack allows you toconnect and play music from your portablemusic player through your vehicle speakers.
You can use any portable music playerdesigned for use with headphones.
Your audio extension cable must havemale connectors at each end.
1.Make sure your vehicle is stationarywith the audio system and the portablemusic player switched off.
2.Plug the extension cable from thedevice into the audio input jack.
3.Switch your audio system on, andselect the desired FM station.
4.Adjust the volume as desired.
5.Switch on your device and adjust thevolume to half the maximum level.
6.Press AUX until LINE or LINE INappears in the display. You should hearmusic from your device even if it is low.
7.Adjust the volume on your device untilit reaches the volume level of the FMstation. Do this by switching back andforth between the AUX and FMcontrols.
Use the vehicle audio unit buttons torestore playback from the vehicle audiounit, while your device remains connected.
Note:The audio extension cable must belong enough for you to safely store thedevice when your vehicle is moving.
Note:For optimum performance whenusing any auxiliary device set the volume onthe device high. This reduces audiointerference when charging the device usingthe vehicle power supply.
Note:For safety reasons, do not connector adjust the settings on your device whileyour vehicle is moving.
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
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The USB port allows you to plug in mediaplaying devices, memory sticks and chargedevices.
Note:Not all USB ports in your vehicle havedata transfer capabilities. See AuxiliaryPower Points (page 138).
USING VOICE RECOGNITION -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: SYNC
Voice Pass Through
This system allows you to use the voicerecognition features of your phone.
Press the voice control buttonon the steering wheel.
Note:This only works when connected viaBluetooth. See Connecting a Bluetooth®Device (page 348).
Note:When using voice pass through usethe language set on the device.
MEDIA HUB (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
The media hub may be on the instrumentpanel or center console.
The media hub may contain one or moreof the following inputs:
See USB Port (page 354).
See Audio Input Jack (page 353).
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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.
•Dialing a number.
•Redialing.
•Call waiting notification.
•Caller identification.
Other features, such as text messagingusing Bluetooth® and automaticphonebook download, arephone-dependent features.
Pairing a Phone
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNCallows you to make and receive hands-freecalls.
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission orneutral (N) 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 Settings button.
3.Select Bluetooth from the menu.
4.Press the OK button.
5.Select the option to add. This startsthe pairing process.
6.When a message to begin pairingappears in the center display, searchfor SYNC on your device.
Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone 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 button and whenprompted say:
Action and Descrip-tionVoice Command
Follow the instruc-tions on the centerdisplay.
Pair Phone
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice button. You cando things like place a phone calland access text messages.When prompted, say a command. See thefollowing table for examples ofcommands.
Voice Command
___ List of Commands
Help
Call ___
Dial ___
Text Messages
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Data is sent to Ford in the United Statesthrough the connected device. Theinformation is encrypted and includes, forexample, the vehicle identification numberof your vehicle, the SYNC module serialnumber, odometer, enabled apps, usagestatistics and debugging information.Updates may take place.
Note:You must enable mobile apps foreach connected device the first time youselect a mobile app using the system.
Note:Standard data rates apply. Ford isnot responsible for any additional chargesyou may receive from your service provider,when your vehicle sends or receives datathrough the connected device. This includesany additional charges incurred due todriving in areas when roaming out of a homenetwork.
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
MEDIA PLAYER
SYNC supports digital media sourcesincluding: iPod,Bluetooth® devices, andmost USB drives. SYNC also supportsaudio formats, such as MP3, WMA, WAVand ACC.
Media Sources
The AUX or MEDIA button allows you toview and select available media sources.
Press the AUX or MEDIA button to viewyour sources. Use the directional arrowsand OK button to select your source. Youcan also use the steering wheel audiocontrols.
Audio Voice Commands
Press the voice button. You cando things like play a specific songor album, or tune to a radiostation. When prompted, say a command.See the following table for examplecommands. Not all commands may beavailable on your vehicle.
Command
___ List of Commands
Help
Pause
Play
AM ___
FM ___
CD Player
Sirius Channel ___
USB
Bluetooth Audio
__ is a dynamic listing, meaning that itcould be the name of anything, such as anartist, station, or media source.
SYNC™ TROUBLESHOOTING
Your SYNC system is easy to use. However,should questions arise, see the tablesbelow.
Use your local Ford website at any time tocheck your phone's compatibility, registeryour account and set preferences as wellas access a customer representative viaan online chat (during certain hours).
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