SUBARU ASCENT 2021 Getting Started Guide

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
1Presets/Skip:Press to toggle through
your presets or change a track or media
file. Press and hold to fast-forward or
rewind.
2Volume:Press the volume switch up or
down to increase or decrease the
volume.
3Source:Press the source button to
change the audio sources between radio
modes and media modes.
4Voice Recognition:Press to initiate the
built-in voice recognition system. Press
and hold to cancel voice recognition. If
connected to an iPhone, press and hold
the voice recognition button to initiate Siri.
5Call/End:Press to receive or end a call without taking your hands off of the steering
wheel.
VOICE RECOGNITION
With SUBARU STARLINK®, simple voice commands can control
features like navigation, entertainment, phone calls, and, on select
models, climate control. A microphone is located in the overhead
console; however, you do not need to speak directly into it to
activate the voice command features.
Visit
www.subaru.com/engineering/starlink/multimedia.htmlfor more
information.
Press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel to start
the voice recognition system. Press and hold the button to cancel
the system.
For help with what features are available with voice recognition, press the "Help" button on
the screen or press the voice recognition button and say "Help".
Starlink Audio Controls
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Tips
The system may not recognize the voice command due to various types of interference.
Some causes for voice command interference are:
• The command is spoken too quickly or at a low or high volume.
• The command is incorrect or unclear.
• The window is open, the climate control system is set on high, or the ventilation is
directed toward the microphone.
• Passengers are talking while the command is spoken.
In some cases, you may not be able to use voice commands if the system cannot properly
recognize the command. For example, the command is incorrect or unclear.
NOTE: The system is designed to recognize a variety of commands, but certain words,
accents or speech patterns may be difficult for the system to recognize.
Google Assistant:May not work with all devices or may not be compatible with the audio
system.
Siri Eyes Free:Press and hold the Voice Recognition Button when your phone is
connected via bluetooth for Siri Eyes Free.
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Common Commands
Below are examples of common commands that can be used with the voice recognition
system. Please refer to your SUBARU STARLINK®Owner’s Manual for a complete list.
VOICE COMMAND FUNCTION EXAMPLE
Dial [Number]Places a call to the phone
numberDial 555-123-4567
Call [Name] [Phone Type]Places a call to the contact
name and phone type of the
contact from the phonebookCall John Doe mobile
Navigate to [House Number,
Street, City, State]
1Sets a destination to the
addressNavigate to 1234 Main
Street, Lincoln, Washington
Show Map
1Displays the map screen Show Map
Where am I
1Displays current location on
mapWhere am I
Tune to [Frequency] (AM / FM)Switches to AM/FM and
tunes to spoken frequencyTune to 99.5 FM
Preset [Number]Switches to the preset
channelPreset 3
Satellite Channel [Name /
Channel Number]Switches to satellite channel
numberSatellite Channel Prime
Country 55
Set Fan Speed to [1-7]
2Sets the fan speed to the
spoken fan speedSet fan speed to 4
Set Temperature to
[Number]
2,3Sets the temperature to the
spoken temperatureSet temperature to 70
Help Changes to help screen Help
Phone HelpDisplays a list of voice
commands related to
controlling your phonePhone Help
Media HelpDisplays a list of commands
related to the mediaMedia Help
Radio HelpDisplays a list of commands
related to the radioRadio Help
Navigation Help
1Displays a list of voice
commands related to
navigationNavigation Help
1 8.0-inch Multimedia Navigation system only
2 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus and 8.0-inch Multimedia Navigation system only
3 When the A/C is off, the A/C setting will not change even if the voice command is accepted
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HOME SCREEN ICONS
Phone– Allows you to place and receive calls
and text messages.
Map– Allows you to enter a destination and
have route guidance to get you where you are
going.
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.
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®, aha™, and Apple Car Play®.
Media– Allows you to play CDs, USB/iPod music, or Bluetooth
®
audio by connecting to the device.
Radio– Allows you to select a station to listen to as well as pause and playback live radio.
REARRANGING ICONS
You can rearrange the icons on the Home Screen when the Home Screen Shortcuts
function is turned on. You can turn on the Home Screen Shortcuts function by selecting
“Settings”, then the “General” tab.
To rearrange icons on the Home Screen:
1. Select and hold the shortcut icon you want to move.
2. Drag the icon to the desired position and release.
3. To delete an icon, drag the icon to the bottom of the screen and release.
Home Screen Icons
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ADDING SHORTCUTS
You can add shortcut icons for various functions to the Home Screen when the Home
Screen Shortcut function is turned on. You can turn on the Home Screen Shortcuts
function by selecting “Settings”, then the “General” tab.
To add shortcut icons to the Home Screen, press the "Home" button.
1. Select “Add Shortcut”.
2. Select the desired function.
3. Select the desired shortcut function.
4. Check that the shortcut icon is displayed
on the Home screen.
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CREATING A DRIVER PROFILE
Creating a Driver Profile provides many benefits beyond just pairing a phone. The profile
records and remembers station presets, sound preferences, home and work address (if
equipped with navigation), phone favorites, screen icons and placement, and the
background wallpaper.
To create a driver profile:
1. On the Home screen, select “Settings”.
Then, in the General menu, select “Driver
Profile”.
2. Select “Add New Profile”.
3. Select “Enter Name” to display the
keyboard screen then type your name. Now
select “Next” on this screen and the
following screen.
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4. Select a paired phone or pair a new phone
(see page 107 and page 111 in the How To
Appendix). Then select “Next”.
5. Enter a Home Address and Work Address
(if equipped with navigation). Then select
“Next”.
6. Select a Wallpaper then select “Next”.
7. Select “Finish”.
Retrieving a Driver Profile
The system automatically retrieves the profile once you are in your Subaru with the
STARLINK®multimedia system on and your phone’s Bluetooth®active. You can also
manually retrieve or change the profile by following these steps:
1. Press the “Home” button and then select “Settings”.
2. In the General menu, select “Driver Profile”.
3. Select the profile you want to use, and then select “Activate”.
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RADIO
AM/FM Radio
Your Subaru is equipped standard with AM/FM
radio, including HD Radio®. HD Radio®
technology allows you to receive digital
broadcasts (where available) in addition to
analog broadcasts. Digital broadcasts provide
free, crystal clear audio with no static or
distortion.
Visitwww.hdradio.comfor more
information and a guide to available radio stations and
programming.
Satellite Radio
A SiriusXM®Satellite Radio is a tuner
designed exclusively to receive broadcasts
provided under a separate subscription. After
a free trial period, a subscription is necessary
to continue service.
For more information or to subscribe, visit
www.siriusxm.com.
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Presets
You can preset 18 stations. Presets can be set
for SiriusXM®, FM, or AM stations, allowing
you to switch among the three with the press
of a single button. To preset a radio station:
1. Tune to the desired channel.
2. Press and hold the desired preset station
button at the bottom of the screen.
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. Bluetooth®Hands-free allows you to receive and initiate
calls, or play music directly from your device while keeping it stowed for safety.
For step-by-step instructions on how to pair a Bluetooth
®device to the Touchscreen,
please see page 107 for Android devices or page 111 for Apple devices. A QR code and
link to more information on pairing a Bluetooth
®device can also be found on page 68.
CD
The CD player holds a single disc. To access the CD menu, put a CD in the player or select
the CD icon on the “Media” Screen. Depending on the CD format, the CD album art work
may appear on the Touchscreen.
USB / iPod
You can plug in a USB memory storage device or iPod into the USB ports. 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 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 “Media” Screen.
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PAIRING A PHONE
To begin using your Bluetooth®Hands-free device you must first
pair your phone with the system. Phone pairing provides access to
the contact list on your phone and allows you to use the voice
recognition system to make and receive calls. The system can also
read incoming text messages, as well as allowing you to reply to
texts or send short messages. The system automatically reconnects
to your Bluetooth
®device and will remember your driver profile.
For instructions on how to pair your phone to the Touchscreen,
see page 107 for Android devices or page 111 for Apple devices.
Visithttps://www.subaru.com/owners/index.htmlfor complete
details on what is available by connecting a phone to the Touchscreen.
MAKING A CALL
Once your phone is paired, you can make a call
through voice recognition by pressing the “Voice
Recognition Switch” on the steering wheel. After
pressing the “Voice Recognition Switch”, wait for the
“Voice Guidance” screen to appear on the
Touchscreen and say “Call [name and phone type]” or
“Dial [number]”.
To make a call from the Touchscreen, start by pushing the “Home” button and then select
“Phone”. After the phone screen displays, select the method you would like to use to make
a call.
• Overview – Allows you to call the last number.
• Favorites – Allows you to place a call to one of your favorites on your phone.
• Recent – Allows you to call someone that has recently called you or that you called.
• Keypad – Allows you to dial any number you would like.
• Phonebook – Displays the phonebook from your phone.
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