radio VOLVO V50 2010 Owner´s Manual

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247 Radio function controls
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AM/FM1/FM2 selection
Station preset buttons
TUNING dial for selecting radio stations
SCAN
MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL–press
the up or down arrow keys to scroll in a
menu, or the keys on the left/right sides of
the control to search for or change radio
stations/CD tracks
EXIT–press to cancel a menu selection or
a selected function
AUTO–search for and store the strongest
radio stations in the area in which you are
driving
Searching for stationsThere are two ways to manually tune a radio
station:

Turn the TUNING dial (3) to the desired fre-
quency.

Press the left or right arrow key on the
menu navigation control and hold it down.
The radio scans slowly in the selected
direction and will increase the scanning
speed after a few seconds. Release the
button when the desired frequency
appears in the display.
The frequency can be fine-tuned by short
presses on the left/right arrow keys.
Storing preset stations
Manually storing a station1. Tune to the desired station.
2. Press and hold the preset button under
which the station is to be stored. The audio
system sound will be interrupted for a few
seconds and
STATION STORED will
appear in the display.
NOTE
A total of 30 stations can be stored; 10 sta-
tions each in AM, FM1 and FM2.
Automatically storing a stationPressing AUTO (7) automatically searches for
and stores up to ten strong AM or FM stations
in a separate memory. If more than ten stations
are found, the ten strongest ones are stored.
This function is especially useful in areas in
which you are not familiar with radio stations or
their frequencies.
To use the AUTO function:
1.
Select a waveband using the AM/FM but-
ton (1).
2.
Start the search by pressing AUTO until
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When the search is completed, AUTO
STORING will no longer be displayed. If there
are no stations with sufficient signal strength,
NO AST FOUND is displayed.
The auto-stored stations can be selected using
the preset buttons (2).

Press EXIT (6) to terminate the automatic
storing function.
When the radio is in auto-store mode,
AUTO is
shown in the display. AUTO disappears when
you return to normal radio mode, which can be
done by briefly pressing AM/FM (1), EXIT (6),
or AUTO (7).
To return to the Auto-store mode, press the
AUTO button briefly and select a stored station
by pressing one of the preset buttons (2).
Saving auto-stored stations in the preset
memory
An auto-stored station can be saved in the
memory for manually preset stations.
1.
Press AUTO (7) briefly.
> Auto is displayed.
2. Press one of the preset buttons (2) under
which the station is to be stored. Holddown the button until
STATION
STORED is displayed.
The radio will then exit auto-store mode and
the stored station can be selected by pressing
the preset button.
Scanning
SCAN (4) automatically searches through the
selected waveband for strong AM or FM sta-
tions. When the radio finds a station, that sta-
tion will be played for approximately 8 sec-
onds, after which scanning resumes.
Activating/deactivating SCAN1.
Select radio mode using the AM/FM but-
ton (2).
2.
Press SCAN to activate the function.
SCAN is shown in the display.
3.
Press the SCAN or EXIT button to deacti-
vate the scan function and listen to the
selected station.
Storing a station found with SCANA station can be stored as a preset while the
SCAN function is activated.

Press one of the preset buttons (2) under
which the station is to be stored. Holddown the button until
STATION
STORED is displayed.
The SCAN function will be deactivated and the
station can be selected by pressing the preset
button.
Radio text
Certain stations broadcast program informa-
tion, which can be shown in the display.
To start this function:
1.
Select
FM1 or FM2 and press the MENU
button.
2.
Press ENTER.
3.
Select
RADIOTEXT in the menu and press
ENTER.
To deactivate this function, select
RADIOTEXT again and press ENTER.

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249 HD Radio
E
Ereception (U.S.
models only)1
Introduction
Display when the radio is receiving an HD Radio
broadcast
HD radio is a brand name registered by the
Ibiquity digital corporation2. They are the
developer of a broadcasting technology called
IBOC or In Band On Channel, which refers to
the method of transmitting a digital radio
broadcast signal centered on the same fre-
quency as the AM or FM station's present fre-
quency.The IBOC system is referred to as a "hybrid"
since it is both analogue and digital. During
hybrid operation, receivers still continue to
receive the analogue (non-digital) signal. HD
radio receivers incorporate both modes of
reception, where the receiver will automatically
switch to the analogue signal if the digital signal
cannot be decoded or is lost by the receiver.
When you have tuned to an HD Radio station,
the
symbol will appear in the audio sys-
tem display.
More information about HD radio and IBOC
can be found on Ibiquity's website,
www.hdradio.com and www.ibiquity.com.
Benefits of digital broadcasting
•Better sound (FM sounds near CD quality
and AM as analogue FM).
•Some FM frequencies offer a greater num-
ber of listening choices through “multicast-
ing” (consisting of a frequency's main
channel and any sub-channels that may
also be available on that particular fre-
quency. See also the section "Sub-chan-
nels" below).
•When receiving a digital signal there is no
multipath disturbance or hisses/pops/
crackling due to outside influences.
How HD broadcasting worksHD Radio works similarly to conventional radio
and broadcasts of this type are available in
many areas of the United States. However,
there are a few key differences:
•Instead of transmitting one analogue sig-
nal, stations send out a bundled signal –
both analogue and digital.
•An HD radio receiver can receive both dig-
ital and analogue broadcasts. Depending
on the terrain and location of the vehicle
(which will influence the signal strength),
the receiver will determine which signal to
receive.
Limitations
•Main channel vs. sub-channels (FM
only): The main channel is the only channel
that can receive in hybrid mode (both dig-
ital and analogue). If a frequency has sub-
channels, they are broadcast in digital
mode only. The main FM channel will be
displayed as, for example, 93.9 WNYC
(Volvo uses the symbol > to indicate there
are sub-channels available) The sub-FM
1HD Radio(TM) technology is manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radio(TM) and the HD and HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity
Digital Corp. HD Radio(TM) is only available in vehicles not equipped with the optional integrated CD changer.
2HD Radio (TM) technology is manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and Foreign Patents. HD Radio(TM) and the HD and HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity
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channels will be displayed as 93.9 – 2
WNYC, 93.9 - 3 WNYC, etc.
•Reception coverage area: Due to current
IBOC transmitter power limitations, the
reception coverage area in digital mode is
somewhat more limited than the station's
analogue coverage area. Please be aware
that as with any radio broadcast technol-
ogy, terrain, time of day, foliage level and
building location can have positive or neg-
ative effects on radio reception.
•Analogue to digital/digital to analogue
blending: Analogue to digital blending will
occur as the signal strength reaches a pre-
set threshold in the receiver. This will be
noticeable in fringe areas (areas with weak
reception) and is normal.
NOTE
There may be a noticeable difference in
sound quality when a change from analogue
to digital or digital to analogue occurs, such
as:
•Volume increase or decrease
•Equalizer settings, i.e. Bass/ Midrange/
Treble cut or boost
•Time alignment (Digital program mate-
rial in extreme cases can be as much as
8 seconds behind the analogue). This
will noticeable as a "stuttering" effect.
The above items are dependant on the
broadcaster's equipment settings and do
not indicate a fault in the vehicle's radio
receiver or antenna systems.
Switching HD on or offThe factory setting for HD radio is on. However,
when driving through areas with weak HD sig-
nals (fringe areas), you may experience that the
radio repeatedly switches between analogue/
digital and digital/analogue reception. If this
happens, it may be desirable to switch HD off.
To do so:
1. Be sure the audio system is switched on
and in AM or FM mode.
2.
Press MENU in the center console control
panel.3.
Press ENTER to turn HD off (the X will dis-
appear from the box on the display screen).
This will disable the radio's capability to receive
digital broadcasts but it will continue to func-
tion as a conventional (analogue) AM/FM
receiver. Please note that when HD is switched
off, it will not be possible to tune to sub-chan-
nels (see the following section for a more
detailed explanation of sub-channels).
Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to reactivate HD
(an X will appear in the box on the display
screen).
Sub-channels
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In many cases, a main HD Radio station (FM
wavebands only) will also have sub-channels
offering additional types of programming or
music.
In such cases, the “>” symbol will be displayed
to the left of the frequency number and a num-
ber will be displayed to the right of the fre-
quency number indicating that the currently
tuned frequency has at least one sub-channel.
The "2" in the illustration indicates that you are
currently listening to the first sub-channel on
frequency 93.9.
Selecting sub-channelsTo listen to a station's sub-channel(s), press
the right arrow key on the center console or on
the steering wheel keypad. To go back to the
main channel, press the left arrow key. To go
to subchannel 2 (if available), press the right
arrow key.
If you are currently tuned to a frequency's main
channel, pressing the left arrow key will tune to
the next lower radio frequency.
NOTE
•When the radio has gone into HD mode,
it may take several seconds before the
">" symbol (if the current frequency has
any sub-channels) is displayed to the
right of the frequency. Pressing the
arrow keys before the number is dis-
played will cause the radio to tune to the
next available radio station, not to the
current station's sub-channels.
•When you are no longer in broadcasting
range of the currently tuned sub-chan-
nel,
No HD reception will be dis-
played. The radio will then be muted
and it will be necessary to tune to or
search for a new radio station.
Sub-channels can also be stored as presets,
see page 247 for information on storing sta-
tions.
If you press a sub-channel's preset button, it
may take up to 6 seconds before the channel
becomes audible. If you press this button while
you are out of digital range of the transmitter,
No HD reception will be displayed.
Listening to satellite radio
The Sirius satellite system consists of a number
of high elevation satellites in geosynchronous
orbit.
NOTE
•The digital signals from the Sirius satel-
lites are line-of-sight, which means that
physical obstructions such as bridges,
tunnels, etc, may temporarily interfere
with signal reception.
•Avoid any obstructions, such as metal-
lic objects transported on roof racks or
in a ski box, or other antennas that may
impede signals from the SIRIUS satel-
lites.
Selecting Sirius radio mode1. Press Power to switch on the audio system
(see page 247 for information on the stand-
ard radio functions).
2.
Press the MODE button repeatedly until
Sirius 1 or 2 is displayed.
Activating Sirius radio1. Tune to a satellite channel that has no
audio, which means that the channel is
unsubscribed and the text "
Call 888-539-
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(see also "Selecting a channel" in the right
column).
2. Call Sirius at 1-888-539-SIRIUS (7474).
3. When asked for the Sirius ID number press
AUTO to display this number. It is also
possible to retrieve the Sirius ID from the
MENU.
4.
"
UPDATING SUBSCRIPTION" will be
displayed while the subscription is being
updated, after which the display will return
to the normal view.
SIRIUS ID
The SIRIUS ID is required when contacting the
Sirius Call Center. It is used to activate your
account and when making any account trans-
actions. The SIRIUS ID is sometimes referred
to as the Electronic Serial Number (ESN).
Selecting a channel category1. Select Sirius radio mode as described
above.
2.
Press ENTER.
3. Use the up/down arrow keys to scroll
through the list of categories.
4.
Press ENTER or the right arrow key to
select a category.5. Use the left or right arrow keys to select a
channel in the currently chosen category.
6.
Press ENTER to listen to a channel.
NOTE
•The category "All" is default, which ena-
bles you to scroll through the entire list
of available satellite channels.
•The channel categories are automati-
cally updated several times a year. This
takes approximately two minutes and
will interrupt normal broadcasting. A
message will be displayed while updat-
ing is in progress. Information on chan-
nel or feature updates is available at
www.sirius.com.
Selecting a channelThere are three ways of tuning in a channel:
•Using the left and right arrow keys
•By turning the tuning control
•Through direct channel entry
Direct channel entryThe Sirius satellite channels are numbered
consecutively throughout all of the categories.
To access a channel directly:1.
Press MENU and scroll to "Direct channel
entry."
2. Use the numerical keypad to enter the
channel's number.
3.
Press ENTER. The radio will tune to this
channel, even if it belongs to a category
other than the currently selected one.
NOTE
•The numbers of skipped or locked
channels will not be displayed.
•If a channel is locked, the access code
must be entered before the channel can
be selected. See "Unlocking a channel"
on page 253.
Scanning
NOTE
SCAN automatically searches through the
list of satellite channels, see page 248 for
more detailed information.
Storing a channel
•A long press on one of the number keys
stores the currently tuned channel on that
key.
•A short press on a number key while the
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preset satellite channel stored on that but-
ton, regardless of the currently selected
channel category.
Song Seek and Song Memory
The Song Seek and Song Memory functions
provide both audio and visual notification when
Sirius is broadcasting your favorite songs.
Song Seek enables you to store the name of
the song for future advance notification when
that song is being played. The Song Memory
feature makes it possible to view all of the cur-
rent songs that are stored in memory.
Song memoryUp to ten songs can be saved in the system's
memory.
1.
Press MENU.
2.
Scroll to "
Add song to song mem." and
follow the instructions shown in the dis-
play.
If a new song is selected when the memory is
full, you will be prompted to press ENTER to
delete the last song on the list.
NOTE
The remaining songs in the list will move
down one position, and the newly added
song will be placed at the top of the list.
Song seekWhen a satellite radio channel plays one of the
songs stored in the song memory, the listener
will be alerted by a text message and an audi-
ble signal.

Press ENTER to listen to the song or
EXIT to cancel.
To activate/deactivate the song seek function:
1.
Press MENU
2.
Scroll to "
Song seek"
3.
Press ENTER to activate or deactivate the
function.
NOTE
When the song has ended, the radio will
remain tuned to the channel on which the
song was played.
Radio textThe text that is displayed about the song that
is currently playing can be changed. Use the
AUTO button or the menu to display the
Artist,
Title, Composer, or switch radio text off.
Advanced settings
This menu function enables you to make set-
tings on certain Sirius satellite radio functions.
To access this menu:
1.
Press MENU.
2. Scroll to Sirius menu.
3.
Select
Advanced Sirius settings.
WARNING
Settings should be made when the vehicle
is at a standstill.
The following settings can be made in the Sir-
ius menu.
•Songs can be added to the song list
•Channel skip settings can be made
•Channel lock settings can be made
•The channel access code can be displayed
or changed
•Your Sirius ID can be displayed
Skip optionsThis function is used to remove a channel from
the list of available channels.
Skip current
1.
Select
CHANNEL SKIP LIST and press
ENTER.

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2. Select a category in the list and press
ENTER.
3. Skip channels in the list presented by
pressing ENTER or right arrow key.
Unskip all channelsThis permanently removes all channels from
the skip list and makes them available for
selection.
Temp. unskip all ch.This function will temporarily unskip all chan-
nels and make them available for selection. The
channels remain on the skip list and will again
be skipped the next time the ignition is
switched on.
Channel lockAccess to specific channels can be restricted
(locked). A locked channel will not provide
audio, song titles, or artist information.
NOTE
All channels are initially unlocked.
Locking a channel1.
Select "Sirius ID" in the menu and selectLOCK OPTIONS and press ENTER.
2.
Select
CHANNEL LOCK LIST and press
ENTER3. Enter the channel access code and press
ENTER.
4. Select a category in the list and press
ENTER.
5. Lock channels in the list presented by
pressing ENTER or right arrow.
The channel is now locked and a checked box
will be displayed to indicate this. It will be nec-
essary to enter the channel access code1 in
order to listen to a locked channel.
Unlocking a channel:A channel's access code1 is required to unlock
a channel.
Unlock all channelsThis permanently removes all channels from
the locked list and makes them available for
selection.
Temp. unlock all ch.This function will temporarily unlock all chan-
nels and make them available for selection. The
channels remain on the locked list and will
again be locked the next time the ignition is
switched on.
CHANGE CODEThis function makes it possible to change the
channel access code. The default code
is 0000.
To change the code:1.
Select
CHANGE CODE and press
ENTER.
2.
Enter the current code and press ENTER.
3.
Enter the code and press ENTER.
4.
Confirm the new code and press ENTER.
If an incorrect code is entered, the text
WRONG CODE! is displayed.
If you have forgotten the access code:
1.
Select "
SIRIUS ID" in the Sirius settings
menu and press ENTER.
2.
Press and hold the ENTER button for
2 seconds.
3. The current code will be displayed.
Your Volvo retailer can also provide you with
assistance.
SIRIUS IDThis function displays the 12-digit Sirius acti-
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259 FM1/FM2 menu
1. RADIOTEXT ON/OFF
2. ADVANCED RADIO SETTINGS
3. AUDIO SETTINGS
AM menu
1. AUDIO SETTINGS
CD menu
1. RANDOM
2. AUDIO SETTINGS
CD changer menu
1. RANDOM
2. DISC TEXT ON/OFF
3. AUDIO SETTINGS
AUX menu
1. AUX VOLUME
2. SOUND SETTINGS

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Call settingsWhile a call is in progress, press MENU or
ENTER on the center console to access the
following functions:
•Microphone off–mute the audio system’s
microphone.
•Transfer call to mobile–transfer the call
from hands-free to the cell phone.
•Phone book–this feature enables you to
search for a stored telephone number.
NOTE
•On certain cell phones, the connection
is broken when the mute function is
used, which is normal. If this happens,
the hands-free system will prompt you
to reconnect.
•A new call cannot be initiated while
another call is in progress.
Sound settings
Call volumeCall volume can be adjusted when the hands-
free system is activated. Use the buttons in the
steering wheel keypad or the audio system’s
volume control.
Audio system volumeWhile a phone call is in progress, volume for
the audio system can be adjusted in the normal
way with the audio system's volume control. In
order to adjust volume during a phone call, the
audio system must be switched to one of the
other modes (FM, CD, etc).
Audio system sound can be automatically
muted when a phone call is received in Phone
settings
Sounds and volumeMute
radio and adjust the volume with the
/
keys on the center console.
Ringing volume
Go to Phone settingsSounds and volume
Ring volume and adjust the volume with
the
/ keys on the center console.
Ringing tonesThe hands-free system’s integrated ringing
tones can be selected in Phone settings
Sounds and volumeRing signalRing
signal 1,2,3....
NOTE
The connected cell phone’s ring tone is not
switched off when one of the hands-free
system's ringing tones is used.
If you prefer to use the connected cell phone’s
ring tone1, go to Phone settingsSounds
and volume
Ring signalUse mobile
phone signal
More information about registering
and connecting cell phones
A maximum of 5 cell phones can be registered
in the hands-free system. Registration only
needs to be done once for each phone. After
registration, the cell phone no longer needs to
be in sight or searchable. Only one cell phone
can be connected to hands-free at a time.
Phones can be unregistered in Bluetooth
Remove telephone
Automatic connectionWhen the hands-free system is active and the
most recently connected cell phone is within
range, it is detected automatically. When the
1Not supported by all cell phones.