2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY manual radio set

example, you can use the combined form voice com-
mand9Phonebook New Entry,9or you can break the
combined form command into two voice commands:
9Phonebook9and9New Entry.9Please remember, the
UConnecttsystem works best when you talk in a
normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone
sitting a few feet/meters away from you.
Voice Command Tree
Refer to ªVoice Treeº in this section.
Help Command
If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to
know your options at any prompt, say9Help9following
the beep. The UConnecttsystem will play all the options
at any prompt if you ask for help.
To activate the UConnecttsystem from idle, simply press
the PHONE button and follow the audible prompts for
directions. All UConnecttsystem sessions begin with a
press of the PHONE button on the radio control head.
Cancel Command
At any prompt, after the beep, you can say9Cancel9and
you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a
few instances the system will take you back to the
previous menu.
Pair (Link) UConnecttSystem to a Cellular Phone
To begin using your UConnecttsystem, you must pair
your compatible Bluetoothtenabled cellular phone.
To complete the pairing process, you will need to refer-
ence your cellular phone Owner's Manual. The
UConnecttwebsite may also provide detailed instruc-
tions for pairing.
The following are general phone to UConnecttsystem
pairing instructions:
²Press the PHONE button to begin.
²After the9Ready9prompt and the following beep, say
9Setup Phone Pairing.9
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107
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SALES CODE REN Ð MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM Ð IF
EQUIPPED
NOTE:The sales code is located on the lower right side
of the unit's faceplate.
The REN Multimedia system contains a radio, CD/DVD
player, USB port, a 20-gigabyte hard drive (HDD), and a
ªJukeBoxº (virtual CD changer). Sirius Satellite Radio is
optional. The 6.5 in (16.5 cm) touch screen allows for easy
menu selection.
A 20-gigabyte HDD allows uploads of music and photos
from CDs or through the USB port. The Gracenote
database finds the artist, track, and title for the music.
An auxiliary input jack permits passengers to listen to a
portable MP3 player through the vehicle's speakers. For
vehicles equipped with the Vehicle Entertainment System
(VES)t, separate audio outputs allow passengers to listen
to the vehicle speakers while different audio tracks playthrough the system's wireless headphones. This means
rear seat passengers can watch a DVD on the optional
rear seat entertainment system, while the driver and
front-seat passenger listen to the radio.
Other special features include direct tune, music type
selections, easy store presets, backup camera display for
vehicles equipped with a backup camera, and on some
models, a dual display screen operation. Refer to your
radio-specific user's manual for detailed operating in-
structions.
Operating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio (If
Equipped)
Refer to your Radio-specific user's manual for detailed
operating instructions.
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Other special features include direct tune, music type
selections, traffic messaging (optional), easy store presets,
parental lockout for VESt(if equipped), backup camera
display for vehicles equipped with a backup camera, and
on some models, a dual display screen operation. Refer to
your ªNavigation User's Manualº for detailed operating
instructions.
Operating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio
Refer to your ªNavigation User's Manualº for detailed
operating instructions.
Operating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectT) (If Equipped)
Refer to your ªNavigation User's Manualº for detailed
operating instructions.
Clock Setting Procedure
The GPS receiver in this system is synchronized to the
time data being transmitted by the GPS satellites. The
satellites' clock is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). This is
the worldwide standard for time. This makes the sys-
tem's clock very accurate once the appropriate time zone
and daylight savings information is set.
Changing the Time Zone
1. Turn on the multimedia system.
2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed. The
clock setting menu will appear on the screen. If the words
ªTime: GPS Timeº are displayed at the top of the screen,
proceed to Step 4. Otherwise, proceed to Step 3.
3. If the words ªTime: User Clockº are displayed at the
top of the screen, touch the bottom of the screen where
the words ªUser Clockº are displayed. The GPS time
setting menu will appear on the screen.
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selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but-
ton, the channel will continue to play but will not be
stored into pushbutton memory.
You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by
repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press
the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display
window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2. This
allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into
pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2
memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton
twice.
Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding
button number will display.
Buttons1-6
These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you
commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If
Equipped)
Refer to ªHands-Free Communication (UConnectt)º in
Section 3.
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VEST) (If Equipped)
Refer to separate ªVideo Entertainment System (VESt)
Guide.º
UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) Ð IF
EQUIPPED
NOTE:This section is for sales code RES/REL and
REQ/RET radios only with UConnectt. For sales code
REN/REZ touch screen radio and REU/REX/RE1 radio,
refer to the separate User's Manual.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293
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2. If a disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching a disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store a disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose a disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store a disc where temperatures may become
too high.
8. Do not play discs that are small in size or have
irregular shapes.CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel, below the radio.
MANUAL HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR
CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEM
The controls for the manual HVAC system in this vehicle
consist of a series of outer rotary dials inner push knobs.
These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired
interior conditions.
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Manual, Service......................... 504
Map/Reading Lights..................... 181
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 153
Memory Seat........................104,153
Mini-Trip Computer...................239,246
Mirrors............................... 100
Automatic Dimming.................... 100
Electric Remote.....................102,103
Exterior Folding....................... 102
Memory............................. 153
Outside............................. 101
Rearview............................ 100
Vanity.............................. 101
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 370
Mopar Parts.........................438,503
MP3 Player.........................282,285
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 165Navigation Radio........................ 285
Navigation System....................... 285
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 92
Occupant Restraints...................55,72,74
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)...........68,69,72,74
Odometer............................. 236
Oil Change Indicator.............236,237,238,245
Oil Change Indicator, Reset........236,237,238,245
Oil, Engine.........................439,487
Capacity............................ 486
Change Interval....................... 440
Checking............................ 439
Disposal............................ 442
Filter............................442,487
Filter Disposal........................ 442
Identification Logo..................... 441
Materials Added to..................... 442
Recommendation...................440,486
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Sentry Key Programming................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement................... 16
Service Assistance....................... 499
Service Contract......................... 501
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator).................... 233
Service Manuals........................ 504
Setting the Clock................255,271,283,286
Settings, Personal........................ 249
Shoulder Belts........................... 56
Signals, Turn...................165,229,482,484
Sliding Door............................ 41
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 348
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 368
Snow Tires............................ 369
Sound Systems (Radio).................282,285
Spare Tire.......................362,364,413
Spark Plugs............................ 443
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 177Speedometer........................... 229
Starting............................... 326
Automatic Transmission................. 327
Cold Weather......................... 327
Engine Fails to Start.................... 328
Remote.............................. 27
Starting and Operating.................... 326
Starting Procedures...................... 326
Steering
Column Controls...................... 165
Linkage............................. 451
Power...........................347,451
Shaft Seal............................ 451
Tilt Column.......................... 169
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 300
Storage............................206,479
Storage Bin............................ 206
Storage, Vehicle......................320,479
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