audio VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE 2018 Service Manual

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Gracenote
®
Gracenote identifies artists, albums, tracks and
any associated images that can be displayed
during playback.
Gracenote MusicID ®
is a standard for music rec-
ognition.
1. Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.

Tap Media Gracenote®.
3.

Choose settings for Gracenote data:
• Gracenote
®
Online Search - search
Gracenote's online database for currently
playing media.
• Gracenote® Multiple Results - select how
Gracenote data should be displayed if there
are multiple search results.
1 - the file's original data will be used.
2 - Gracenote data will be used.
3 - Gracenote or original data can be
selected.
• None - no result will be displayed.
Updating GracenoteThe contents of the Gracenote database are con-
tinuously updated. For optimal functionality,
update to the latest version. See
support.volvocars.com for information and down-
loads.
Related information
• Playing media (p. 508)
• License agreement for audio and media
(p. 539) CD player*
The media player can play CDs with compatible
audio files. Disc slot.
Eject button.
Related information
•
Playing media (p. 508)
• Voice control for radio and media (p. 148)
• Compatible file formats for media (p. 536)

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512Video
The media player can play videos from USB-
connected devices.
Video is not available when the vehicle is moving;
only audio will be played. Video will resume when
the vehicle is stationary.
Information on compatible media formats is provi-
ded in a separate section.
Related information
• Playing video (p. 512)
• Playing DivX ®
(p. 512)
• Video settings (p. 513)
• Compatible file formats for media (p. 536) Playing video
The USB app in App view is used to play videos.
1. Connecting media source (USB device).
2. Open the USB app from App view.
3.

Tap the title you would like to play.
> Playback will begin.
Related information
• Video (p. 512)
• Playing DivX ®
(p. 512)
• Video settings (p. 513)
• Compatible file formats for media (p. 536) Playing DivX
®

The DivX Certified ®
device must be registered to
play purchased DivX video-on-demand (VOD)
movies.
1. Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.

Tap Video DivX® VOD
to get a registra-
tion code.
3. Go to vod.divx.com for more information and to complete the registration process.
Related information
• Video (p. 512)
• Playing video (p. 512)
• Video settings (p. 513)
• Compatible file formats for media (p. 536)

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Video settings
Some video playback settings can be adjusted,
e.g. language.
The following can be adjusted by opening Top
view and tapping Settings Video
or with the
video player in full-screen mode: Audio
Language, Off and Subtitle Language.
Related information
• Video (p. 512) Streaming media via Bluetooth
®
The vehicle's media player is equipped with
Bluetooth and can play audio files from
Bluetooth-enabled external devices such as cel-
lular phones and tablets. In order for the media player to be able to wire-
lessly play audio files from an external device, the
device must be connected to the vehicle via
Bluetooth.Related information
• Connecting a device via Bluetooth ®
(p. 513)
• Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetooth
for the first time (p. 521)
• Playing media (p. 508)
• Compatible file formats for media (p. 536) Connecting a device via Bluetooth
®
Connect a Bluetooth ®
device to the vehicle to
wirelessly play media and give the vehicle an
Internet connection if it is available.
Many cellular phones on the market currently
offer wireless Bluetooth ®
technology, but not all
phones are fully compatible with the vehicle. For
additional information on compatibility, see
support.volvocars.com.
The procedure for connecting a media device is
the same as for connecting a cellular phone to
the vehicle via Bluetooth ®
.
Related information
• Streaming media via Bluetooth ®
(p. 513)
• Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetooth
for the first time (p. 521)
• Playing media (p. 508)

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514 Playing media via the USB port
External audio sources, such as an iPod® or
MP3 player, can be connected to the audio sys-
tem via the vehicle's USB port.
Devices with rechargeable batteries can be
charged when they are connected via the USB
port and the ignition is in mode I, II or the engine
is running.
The content on the external source can be read
faster if it only contains data of a compatible for-
mat. Video files can also be played via the USB
port.
Some MP3 players have their own file system
that the vehicle has support for.
Related information
• Connecting a device via the USB port
(p. 514)
• Playing media (p. 508)
• Video (p. 512)
• Ignition modes (p. 427)
• Technical specifications for USB devices
(p. 537)
• Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 515)
• Android Auto* (p. 518) Connecting a device via the USB
port
External audio sources, such as an iPod ®
or
MP3 player, can be connected to the audio sys-
tem via any of the vehicle's USB ports.
If the vehicle has two USB ports, the phone must
be connected to the port with the white frame to
use Apple CarPlay* or Android Auto*. USB ports (type A) in the tunnel console. Route the
cable forward to help avoid pinching when the cover is
closed.
Related information
•
Playing media (p. 508)
• Playing media via the USB port (p. 514)
• Media player (p. 507)
• Technical specifications for USB devices
(p. 537) •
Technical specifications for USB devices
(p. 537)
• Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 515)
• Android Auto* (p. 518)

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Apple
®
CarPlay ®
*
With CarPlay, you can listen to music, make
phone calls, get driving instructions, send/
receive messages and use Siri, all while remain-
ing focused on driving.
CarPlay works with select
Apple devices. If the car does
not already support CarPlay,
this can be retrofitted. Contact
a Volvo retailer to install
CarPlay.Information about supported apps and compati-
ble phones is available on the Apple website:
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Using apps that are
not compatible with CarPlay could cause the con-
nection between iPhone and the vehicle to be
lost. Please note that Volvo is not responsible for
the content of CarPlay.
When using map navigation via CarPlay, guidance
will only be shown on the center display and not
in the instrument panel or head-up display.
CarPlay apps can be controlled from the center
display, a phone or with the right-side steering
wheel keypad (for certain functions). The apps
can also be voice-controlled using Siri. Press and
hold the
button on the steering wheel to
start voice control with Siri. Press briefly to acti-
vate the vehicle's own voice control system. If Siri cuts off too soon, press and hold the 6
but-
ton on the steering wheel.
By using Apple CarPlay you acknowledge
the following: Apple CarPlay is a service
provided by Apple Inc. under its terms and
conditions. Volvo Cars is thus not
responsible for Apple CarPlay or its
features/applications. When using Apple
CarPlay, certain information from your car
(including its position) is transferred to your
iPhone. In relation to Volvo Cars, you are
fully responsible for your and any others
person

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516 5. Tap the desired app.
> The app will start up.
Starting CarPlay
CarPlay can be started as follows after an iPhone
is connected.
1. Connect an iPhone to the USB port. If thereare two USB ports, use the one with the
white frame.
>If the auto start setting is selected -
the name of the phone will be displayed.
2. Tap the name of the phone - the CarPlay tile will open and compatible apps will be dis-
played.
3. If the CarPlay tile does not open, tap Apple
CarPlay in App view.
>

The CarPlay tile will open and compatible
apps will be displayed.
4. Tap the desired app. > The app will start up.
CarPlay will run in the background if another app
is started in the same tile. To display CarPlay in
the tile, tap the CarPlay icon in App view.
Switching connection between CarPlay and iPod
CarPlay to iPod
1. Tap Settings in the Top view. 2.Proceed to
Communication Apple
CarPlay .
3.

Uncheck the box for the Apple device that
should no longer start CarPlay automatically
when the USB cable is connected.
4. Remove and then reinsert the Apple device into the USB port.
5. Open the iPod app from App view.
iPod to CarPlay
1.
Tap Apple CarPlay in App view.
2.
Read the information in the pop-up window
and then tap OK.
3.

Remove and then reinsert the Apple device
into the USB port.
> The Apple CarPlay tile will open and com-
patible apps will be displayed 7
.
Related information
• Connecting a device via the USB port
(p. 514)
• Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 515)
• Settings for Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 516)
• Connecting the car to the Internet via a
mobile device (Wi-Fi) (p. 531)
• Connect the car to the Internet via car
modem (SIM card) (p. 532)
• Voice control (p. 145) Settings for Apple
®
CarPlay ®
*
Settings for an

Apple device connected through
CarPlay 8
.
Automatic start1. Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.
Tap Communication Apple CarPlay
and
select the desired setting:
• Check the box - CarPlay will start auto-
matically when the USB cable is con-
nected.
• Uncheck the box - CarPlay will not start
automatically when the USB cable is con-
nected.
A maximum of 20 Apple devices can be stored in
the list. When the list is full and a new device is
connected, the oldest one will be deleted.
To delete the list, the settings must be rest in the
center display (factory reset).
System Volumes1. Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.
Tap Sound System Volumes
to change
the settings for the following:
• Voice Control
• Navi Voice Guidance
• Phone Ringtone 7
Apple, CarPlay, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

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Related information
•Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 515)
• Using Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 515)
• Resetting center display settings (p. 135) Tips for using Apple
®
CarPlay ®
*
Here are some useful tips for when you use
CarPlay ®
.
• Update your iPhone with the latest version of
iOS operating system and ensure that the
apps have been updated.
• In the event of a problem with CarPlay, dis-
connect the phone from the USB port and
reconnect. Otherwise, try to close the app on
the phone that is not working and then
restart the app, or try closing all apps and
restart your phone.
• If the apps do not appear when CarPlay
starts (black screen), try minimizing and
expanding the tile for CarPlay.
• Using apps that are not compatible with
CarPlay may sometimes mean that the con-
nection between the phone and the car is
broken. Information about supported apps
and compatible phone models can be found
on Apple's website. You can also search for
CarPlay in the App Store to find information
about apps that are compatible with CarPlay
in your market.
• CarPlay only works with iPhone 9
.NOTE Availability and functionality can vary depend-
ing on market.
Related information
•
Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 515) 8
Apple and CarPlay are registered trademarks of Apple Inc..
9 Apple, CarPlay and iPhone are registered trademarks owned by Apple Inc.

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518 Android Auto*
Android Auto lets you listen to music, make calls,
get driving directions and use apps customized
for your vehicle from an Android device.
Android Auto can be used with selected Android
devices. For information on supported apps and compati-
ble devices, please go to www.android.com/
auto/. For third-party apps, see Google Play.
Please note that Volvo is not responsible for the
content of Android Auto.
Android Auto is started from App view. After
Android Auto has been initially started, the app
will start automatically the next time the device is
connected. The automatic start setting can be
deactivated in Settings.
NOTE When a phone is connected to Android Auto,
it is possible to steam to another media player
via Bluetooth. Bluetooth is active while
Android Auto is in use.
When using navigation guidance provided by
Android Auto, navigation will only be shown on
the center display and not in the instrument
panel or head-up display.
Android Auto can be controlled from the center
display, with the right-side steering wheel keypad
or by using voice commands. Press and hold the
button to activate voice control and tap the
same button to deactivate.
By using Android Auto, you acknowledge
the following: Android Auto is a service
provided by Google Inc. under its terms and
conditions. Volvo Cars is not responsible for
Android Auto or its features or applications.
When you use Android Auto, your car
transfers certain information (including its
location) to your connected Android phone.
You are fully responsible for your and any
other person

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From a previously connected Android device
1. Connect the device to the USB port.
>If the auto start setting is selected -
the name of the phone will be displayed.
2. Tap the name of the phone - the Android Auto tile will open and compatible
apps will be displayed.
3. If the automatic start setting is not acti-
vated - open the Android Auto app from
App view.
>

The Android Auto tile will open and com-
patible apps will be displayed.
4. Tap the desired app. > The app will start up.
Android Auto will run in the background if
another app is started in the same tile. To display
Android Auto in the tile, tap the Android Auto
icon in App view.
Related information
• Android Auto* (p. 518)
• Settings for Android Auto* (p. 519)
• Connecting a device via the USB port
(p. 514)
• Voice control (p. 145) Settings for Android Auto*
Settings for phones initially connected with
Android Auto.
Automatic start1. Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.
Tap Communication Android Auto
and
select setting:
• Check the box - Android Auto will start
automatically when the USB cable is con-
nected.
• Uncheck the box - Android Auto will not
start automatically when the USB cable is
connected.
A maximum of 20 Android devices can be stored
in the list. When the list is full and a new device is
connected, the oldest one will be deleted.
A factory reset must be performed to delete the
list.
System Volumes1. Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.
Tap Sound System Volumes
to change
the settings for the following:
• Voice Control
• Navi Voice Guidance
• Phone Ringtone
Related information
•
Android Auto* (p. 518)
• Using Android Auto* (p. 518)
• Resetting center display settings (p. 135)

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520 Tips for using Android Auto*
Here are some useful tips for when you use
Android Auto. • Ensure that your apps are updated.
• When starting the car, wait until the center
display has started, connect the phone and
then open Android Auto from the app view.
• In the event of problems with Android Auto,
disconnect your Android phone from the
USB port and then reconnect via USB. Oth-
erwise, try closing the app on the phone and
then restarting the app.
• When a phone is connected to Android Auto
it is still possible to playback media via
Bluetooth to another media player. The
Bluetooth function is on when Android Auto
is used.
Related information
•
Android Auto* (p. 518) Phone
A phone equipped with Bluetooth can be wire-
lessly connected to the vehicle's integrated
hands-free system.
The audio and media system offers hands-free
functionality for remotely controlling a number of
the phone's features. The phone's integrated
controls can also be used, even when it is con-
nected to the vehicle.
When the phone has been paired and connected
to the vehicle, it can be used as an Internet con-
nection or to make or receive calls, send or
receive text messages or wirelessly play music. The phone is controlled from
the center display but the App
menu (accessed using the
right-side steering wheel key-
pad) and voice commands can
also be used to control certain
functions.
Overview Microphone.
Phone.
Phone handling in the center display.
Keypad for controlling phone functions
shown in the center display and voice com-
mands.
Instrument panel.
Related information
•
Handling phone calls (p. 525)
• Managing the phone book (p. 527)
• Handling text messages (p. 526)
• Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetooth
for the first time (p. 521)