USB port SUBARU LEGACY 2022 Getting Started Guide

ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
1Auxiliary Input Jack:The
3.5mm auxiliary input jack is
located below the Center
Information Display. You can
connect a portable music
player to the auxiliary jack
and hear the music stored on
it through your Subaru’s
speakers. Press the
“Source” button located on
the steering wheel or the
“Media” button on the
Touchscreen to select the
auxiliary mode.
For more information,
please refer to page 74 in this Getting Started Guide or “Audio” in your STARLINK®
Owner’s Manual.
2Dual USB Ports:The USB ports are located below the Center Information Display
and, if equipped, on the center console in the rear seat area. You can connect a
variety of USB-equipped devices to the front ports, such as portable music players or
smartphones, to enjoy your favorite music or connect to Apple CarPlay
®or Android
Auto™. All ports provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. The ports on the rear center
console are for charging only.
For more information, please refer to page 74 in this Getting Started Guide or
“Audio” in your STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
For more information and step-by-step set up instructions for Android Auto™
and Apple CarPlay®, please refer to the How To Appendix in this Getting Started
Guide on page 127 for Android Auto™ and on page 129 for Apple CarPlay®.
Power Outlets:
Power outlets (12V) are located in the glove box and, if equipped, the center console.
Electrical power is available for use with in-vehicle electrical appliances with a maximum
power rating of 120W.
For more information, please refer to “Interior Equipment” in your Owner’s Manual.
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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. Receive and initiate calls or play music directly from your
device while keeping it stowed for safety.
To pair a Bluetooth
®device to the Touchscreen, see page 121 for Android devices or
page 124 for Apple devices.
CD(if equipped)
The CD player holds a single disc. To access the CD menu, put a CD in the player or on
the Home Screen, select "Media", then select "CD". Depending on the CD format, the
Touchscreen may show the CD album artwork.
USB / iPod
The USB connection is below the Center Information Display (CID) in front of the select
lever. You can plug in a USB memory storage device or iPod. 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 the 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 Touchscreen under
“Media”.
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SUBARU STARLINK®IN-VEHICLE APPS
SUBARU STARLINK®Multimedia offers advanced connectivity
through Apple CarPlay®or Android Auto™ apps. Wireless pairing
and hands-free smartphone operation allow for safe and easy
connection to your favorite apps and content. You can access
news, navigation, music, podcasts, and more through the available
SUBARU STARLINK
®app.
For a complete list of all the apps available, visit
www.subaru.com/owners/starlink/multimedia.html.
Android Auto™
Android Auto™ can be used to view maps, play
music, and place calls by connecting your Android
device to the system. Supported applications can also
be run.
For more information, please refer to page 127.
For details on the services or the operations, visit the
Android Auto sites www.android.com/auto/ or
www.support.google.com/androidauto/
To use the Android Auto™ application, connect your Android device to the USB port.
Apple CarPlay®
Apple CarPlay®can be used to view maps, play music, and place
calls by connecting your iPhone to the system. Supported
applications can also be run.
For more information, please refer to page 129.
For details on the services or the operations, check the Apple
CarPlay
®site: www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
To use the Apple CarPlay
®application, connect your iPhone to the
USB port.
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Connecting an Android Phone
Your Subaru comes equipped with Android Auto™, and allows you
to safely utilize certain Android features with your vehicle. You can
learn more about connecting your phone and using Android Auto™
from the how-to video linked in the QR code and the steps listed
below.
1To set up Android Auto™, first ensure
“Hey Google™” is active in your Android
settings, then plug the Android phone
into the USB port of the vehicle using a
quality OEM cable. Following the
prompts, enable Android Auto™ and
then on your phone, select "Accept",
"Continue", or "Allow" as needed to
complete the setup.
2Once setup is complete, select the
Android Auto™ button on the Center
Information Display to open and use the
application.
3If Android Auto won’t launch, open the
Android Auto™ app on your phone, then
select the menu button on the top left.
Select “Settings”, then “Connected
Cars”. Finally select the menu icon in the
top right and choose “Forget all cars”.
Re-try the setup process.
If this does not work, uninstall the
Android Auto™ app from the phone and
reinstall from the Play Store.
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Compatible Models
Android Auto™ is available on Android phones. To see if your phone
is compatible, please refer to the Android Auto™ website:
https://www.android.com/phones/
APPLE CARPLAY®
Cables
Apple CarPlay®requires compatible iPhones to be connected via
your Subaru’s USB port. Cables must be an 8-Pin Lightning MFi
Certified cable (made for iPod/iPhone). Look for the “Works with
Apple CarPlay
®” or “Made for iPod, iPhone, iPad” icons when
selecting a cable.
For more information, visit: www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
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Connecting an iPhone
Your Subaru comes equipped with Apple CarPlay®, and allows you
to safely utilize certain iPhone features with your vehicle. You can
learn more about connecting your phone and using Apple CarPlay
®
from the how-to video linked in the QR code and the steps listed
below.
1. To set up Apple CarPlay
®, make sure Siri is
turned on then plug the iOS/Apple phone
into the USB port of the vehicle. Make sure
to use an MFi certified cable.
2. Enable Apple CarPlay
®on the Center
Information Display, then select “Allow” on
the iOS/Apple phone when prompted.
3. Select Apple CarPlay
®on the vehicle screen.
This will bring you to the home page of your
phone in Apple CarPlay
®.
Ensure the iOS/Apple phone is fully up to
date. Also ensure all apps that work on
Apple CarPlay
®are up to date. Apple
CarPlay®might not function correctly if one
of the apps is outdated or having an issue.
Apps can be updated in the App Store.
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