audio FORD TRANSIT 2018 User Guide

GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and Reception
Factors
AM and FM frequencies are established by
the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) and the Canadian Radio and
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC).
Those frequencies are:
•
AM: 530, 540-1700, 1710 kHz
• FM: 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an AM or FM station, the
weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.
Distance and strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
result in the audio system muting.
Station overload
CD and CD Player Information
Note: CD units play commercially pressed
5 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due
to technical incompatibility, certain
recordable and re-recordable compact discs
may not function correctly when used in
Ford CD players.
Note: Do not insert CDs with homemade
paper (adhesive) labels into the CD player
as the label may peel and cause the CD to
become jammed. You should use a
permanent felt tip marker rather than
adhesive labels on your homemade CDs.
Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please
contact an authorized dealer for further
information.
Note: Do not use any irregularly shaped
discs or discs with a scratch protection film
attached.
Always handle discs by their edges only.
Clean the disc with an approved CD
cleaner only. Wipe it from the center of
the disc toward the edge. Do not clean in
a circular motion. Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources for extended periods.
MP3 and WMA Track and Folder
Structure
Audio systems capable of recognizing and
playing MP3 and WMA individual tracks
and folder structures work as follows:
•
There are two different modes for MP3
and WMA disc playback: MP3 and
WMA track mode (system default) and
MP3 and WMA folder mode.
• MP3 and WMA track mode ignores any
folder structure on the MP3 and WMA
disc. The player numbers each MP3
and WMA track on the disc (noted by
the MP3 or WMA file extension) from
T001 to a maximum of T255. The
maximum number of playable MP3 and
WMA files may be less depending on
the structure of the CD and exact
model of radio present.
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•
MP3 and WMA folder mode represents
a folder structure consisting of one
level of folders. The CD player numbers
all MP3 and WMA tracks on the disc
(noted by the MP3 or WMA file
extension) and all folders containing
MP3 and WMA files, from F001 (folder)
T001 (track) to F253 T255.
• Creating discs with only one level of
folders helps with navigation through
the disc files.
If you are burning your own MP3 and WMA
discs, it is important to understand how
the system reads the structures you create.
While various files may be present (files
with extensions other than MP3 and
WMA), only files with the MP3 and WMA
extension are played; other files are
ignored by the system. This enables you to
use the same MP3 and WMA disc for a
variety of tasks on your work computer,
home computer and your in-vehicle
system.
In track mode, the system displays and
plays the structure as if it were only one
level deep (all MP3 and WMA files play,
regardless of being in a specific folder). In
folder mode, the system only plays the
MP3 and WMA files in the current folder. AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
AM/FM/CD/SYNC/SATELLITE
RADIO WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
Note: You can operate your audio system
for up to one hour after you switch the
ignition off. Press the on and off control to
operate the system with the ignition turned
off. The system automatically turns off after
one hour.
Note: Some features, such as SIRIUS
satellite radio, may not be available in your
location. Check with an authorized dealer.
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Eject: Press to eject a CD.
A
OK and Arrow buttons:
Press
OK to confirm menu selections.
Press to scroll through the menu
choices.
B
Information:
Press to access
any available radio or CD
information.
C
TUNE: Press to manually search
through the radio frequency
band.
D Number block:
In radio mode,
you can store your favorite radio
stations. To store a radio station,
tune to the station, then press
and hold a preset button until
sound returns. In CD mode,
select a track. In phone mode,
enter a phone number.
E
CLOCK:
If not in phone mode,
press to display the clock.
F
Function buttons:
Select
different functions of the audio
system depending on which
mode you are in (such as Radio
mode or CD mode).
G
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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
you make your selection, press
H
the left and right arrow buttons
to change the settings. Press OK
to set or press
MENU to exit.
Sound settings can be set for
each audio source
independently.
Seek, Fast Forward and
Reverse:
In radio mode, select
a frequency band and press
either button. The system stops
at the first station it finds in that
direction. In media mode, press
to select the previous or next
track. Press and hold either
button to move quickly forward
or backward through the current
track.
I
VOL and Power:
Press to
switch the system on and off.
Turn to adjust the volume.
J
MENU: Press to access different
audio system features. See
Menu Structure
later in this
chapter.
K
PHONE:
Press to access the
phone features of the SYNC
system. See your SYNC
information.
L MEDIA: Press to open the media
source menu. You can press this
multiple times to change to CD
or to a SYNC-Media device or
scroll through the media sources
using the arrow buttons. Press
OK
to select a source.
M
SIRIUS:
Press to listen to
SIRIUS satellite radio.
N
RADIO:
Press this multiple
times to select a radio band.
Press and hold to select the
autostore function. Press to
return to the main screen of the
active radio band.
O
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
PREMIUM AM/FM/CD WARNING:
Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
Note: The touchscreen system controls
most of the audio features. See your SYNC
information.
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TUNE: In radio mode, press to
manually search through the
radio frequency band. In SIRIUS
mode, press to find the previous
or next available satellite radio
station.
A
Mute:
Press to mute the sound.
B
DISP:
Press to switch the
display screen on and off.
C
Seek, Fast Forward and
Reverse:
In radio mode, select
a frequency band and press
either button. The system stops
at the first station it finds in that
direction. In media mode, press
D
to select the previous or next
track. Press and hold either
button to move quickly forward
or backward through the current
track. In SIRIUS mode, press to
select the next or previous satellite radio station. If a
specific category is selected
(such as Jazz, Rock or News),
use this button to find the next
or previous in the selected
category.
SOUND:
Press to access
settings for Treble, Midrange,
Bass, Fade or Balance.
E
VOL and Power:
Press to
switch the system on and off.
Turn to adjust the volume.
F
SOURCE:
Press to access
different audio modes, such as
AM, FM, Satellite Radio and Line
in.
G
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B
A

AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
AM/FM/CD/SYNC
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
Note:
You can operate your audio system
for up to one hour after you switch the
ignition off. Press the on and off control to
operate the system with the ignition turned
off. The system automatically turns off after
one hour.
Note: Depending on your vehicle option
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Eject: Press to eject a CD.
A
OK and Arrow buttons:
Press
OK to confirm menu selections.
Press to scroll through the menu
choices.
B
Information:
Press to access
any available radio or CD
information.
C
TUNE: Press to manually search
through the radio frequency
band.
D
Number block:
In radio mode,
you can store your favorite radio
stations. To store a radio station,
tune to the station, then press
and hold a preset button until
sound returns. In CD mode,
select a track. In phone mode,
enter a phone number.
E
CLOCK:
If not in phone mode,
press to display the clock.
F
Function buttons:
Select
different functions of the audio
system depending on which
mode you are in (such as Radio
mode or CD mode).
G
Seek, Fast Forward and
Reverse:
In radio mode, select
a frequency band and press
either button. The system stops
at the first station it finds in that
direction. In media mode, press
to select the previous or next
track. Press and hold either
button to move quickly forward
or backward through the current
track.
H
VOL and Power:
Press to
switch the system on and off.
Turn to adjust the volume.
I MENU: Press to access different
audio system features. See
Menu Structure
later in this
chapter.
J
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
you make your selection, press
K
the left and right arrow buttons
to change the settings. Press OK
to set or press
MENU to exit.
Sound settings can be set for
each audio source
independently.
PHONE:
Press to access the
phone features of the SYNC
system. See your SYNC
information.
L
MEDIA: Press to open the media
source menu. You can press this
multiple times to change to CD
or to a SYNC-Media device or
scroll through the media sources
using the arrow buttons. Press
OK
to select a source.
M
RADIO:
Press this multiple
times to select a radio band.
Press and hold to select the
autostore function. Press to
return to the main screen of the
active radio band.
N
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AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
AM/FM/USB PORT/
BLUETOOTH
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
Display:
Shows the status of
the current mode selected.
A
USB socket: Insert to play audio
from a compatible external
device or memory stick.
B SOUND: Press the button to
adjust the sound settings for
bass, treble, balance and fade.
C
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Seek up: Press the button to go
to the next station up the radio
frequency band or the next track.
Seek down: Press the button to
go to the next station down the
radio frequency band or the
previous track. In Bluetooth
audio and USB modes, press the
buttons to go to the next or
previous track.
D
Dial and end call:
Press the
button to make or end a call.
D
Numeric keypad:
Press the
button to recall a previously
stored station. To store a
favorite station press and hold
until the sound returns. In Phone
mode, use these keys to dial the
number.
E
Clock:
Press the button to
select clock setup.
F
Information:
Press the button
to access the complete
information if it does not fit the
display.
G
On, Off and Volume:
Press the
button to switch the audio
system on or off. Turn the dial to
adjust the volume.
H
MENU:
: Press the button to
access different audio system
features, depending on which
mode has been selected.
I
Voice Pass-Through
and
Phone: Press the button to say
commands to your cell phone or
to access the Bluetooth phone
feature of the system by
pressing
PHONE then MENU.
When paired further presses of
this button will display phone
name, signal strength and the
battery level.
J MEDIA:
Press the button to
access Bluetooth audio
streaming, USB or Aux input
playback.
K
RADIO:
Press the button to
select different radio bands.
Press to cancel the menu or list
browsing.
L
Cursor up and down:
Press a
button to scroll through
on-screen choices. In radio mode
press to manual tune.
M
OK, Play and Pause:
Press the
button to confirm on-screen
selections. Press to play or pause
during playback with compatible
external devices.
N
Sound Button
This allows you to adjust the sound
settings (for example bass, treble, balance
and fade).
1. Press the
MINbutton.
2. Use the up and down arrow buttons to
select the required level.
Waveband Button
Press the
MINbutton to select from the
wavebands available (AM, FM1,FM2). You
can use the button to return to radio
reception when you have been listening to
another source.
Station Tuning Control
Seek Tuning
Select a waveband and briefly press one
of the seek buttons. The unit stops at the
first station it finds in the direction you
have chosen.
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Manual Tuning
Use the up and down arrow buttons to
tune down or up the waveband in small
increments or press and hold to increment
quickly, until you find a station you want
to listen to.
Station Preset Buttons
This allows you to store your favorite
stations. They can be recalled by selecting
the appropriate waveband and pressing
one of the preset buttons.
1. Select a waveband.
2. Tune to the station required.
3. Press and hold one of the preset
buttons. A progress bar and message
will appear. When the progress bar
completes the station has been stored.
The audio unit will also mute
momentarily as confirmation.
You can repeat this on each waveband and
for each preset button.
Phone and Voice Pass-Through
Note: Using the system with the engine off
will drain the battery.
Note: As no common agreement exists, cell
phone manufacturers are able to implement
a variety of profiles in their Bluetooth
devices. Because of this, an incompatibility
can occur between the phone and hands
free system, which in some cases may
significantly degrade the system
performance. To avoid this situation, only
recommended phones should be used. To
check your cell phone's compatibility, refer
to your device's manual or visit the regional
Ford website.
This section describes the functions and
features of the Bluetooth cell phone hands
free system. The Bluetooth cell phone part of the
system provides interaction with the audio
system and your cell phone. It allows you
to use the audio system to make and
receive calls without having to hold your
cell phone.
The Voice Pass-Through allows access to
the voice recognition commands on your
cell phone.
Bluetooth Setup
Note:
Up to five Bluetooth devices can be
paired to the system.
Note: If there is an ongoing call when the
phone in use is selected as the new active
phone, the call is transferred to the vehicle
audio system.
Note: Even if connected to the system, your
phone can still be used in the usual way.
Note: A call will be disconnected if the
audio unit is switched off. If the ignition is
switched off the phone call will remain in
progress.
Before you can use your cell phone with
your vehicle it must be paired to the audio
system.
The following procedure is required before
an initial Bluetooth phone connection can
be made.
The information display may show your
cell phone's battery charge level and signal
strength.
Using the device
1. Press the PHONE button and then
keep pressing the MENU button to
scroll to the ADD DEVICE display.
Press the OK button.
2. Select the
VIA DEVICE and press OK.
3. Once
VIA DEVICE has been selected,
FIND FORD BT is displayed on the
radio display.
4. Note the six digit number displayed.
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