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2. Select the SETTINGS tab.
3. Press ADVANCED.
4. Scroll using
/on the
navigation screen and select ‘System
Information’.
This screen will show you SYNC’s
system information.
TEXT MESSAGING
Note:Downloading and sending text messages viaBluetoothare phone
dependent features.
Note:Certain features in text messaging are speed dependent and
cannot be completed when the vehicle is traveling at speeds over 3 mph
(4.82 km/h).
SYNC not only enables you to send and receive text messages via
Bluetooth, but SYNC will read them to you aloud and also translate many
popularly used text messaging acronyms such as “lol”. SYNC also allows
you to respond with a list of predefined messages.
To access:
1. Press PHONE on the navigation bezel.
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VOICE COMMANDS IN PHONE MODE
Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,
accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use
extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off
the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of
their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to
the driving task when it is safe to do so.
In phone mode, you may say any of the following commands:
•Dial•Call
•Call at home•Call on mobile OR cell
•Call at work OR call
namein office•Call on other
1Voice commands are not available until downloading is complete.
Note:In the above possible commands, “” is a dynamic listing in
that it could be any desired name from your phone book, call history,
etc.
Note:With the above commands, words in ( ) are optional and do not
have to be spoken for the system to understand the command.
In phone mode, you can say “Dial” to access any of the following
commands:
•Number0–9•Dial
•Delete (deletes one digit)•Clear (deletes all entered digits)
•Plus•Star
•Asterisk (*)•800 (eight hundred)
•700 (seven hundred)•900 (nine hundred)
•411, 911, (etc.)•# / (pound, slash)
In phone mode, you may say these commands at any time:
•Phone•Voice settings
•Cancel•Help
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HOW TO GET GOING WITH SYNC MEDIA
Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,
accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use
extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off
the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of
their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to
the driving task when it is safe to do so.
Connecting your digital media player to SYNC
1. Ensure that the vehicle and navigation system are ON.
2. Plug the media device into the USB port and ensure that the device is
ON. (Refer to your vehicle’sOwner’s guidefor exact USB port location.)
3. Press MEDIA on the navigation bezel.
4. Select the USER DEVICE tab.
5. Press SOURCE repeatedly until
USB appears.
6. Press MUSIC LIBRARY.
7. Select from the listed features.
Please refer toUsing the Media
Music Librarylater in this chapter.
Connecting your digital media player to SYNC via voice commands
1. Ensure that the vehicle and navigation system are ON.
2. Plug the media device into the USB port and ensure that the device is
ON. (Refer to your vehicle’sOwner’s guidefor exact USB port location.)
3. Press VOICE or
. SYNC will say, “ Main menu” and the listening
icon will appear in the display.
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VOICE COMMANDS WHEN USING THE USB PORT
Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,
accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use
extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off
the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of
their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to
the driving task when it is safe to do so.
When using the USB port, you may say “User Device” and, when
prompted, any of the following commands:
•Play all•Play
•Pause•What’s playing?
•Similar music•Play next track
•Play previous track•Play next folder
2
•Shuffle•Play previous folder2
•Autoplay on•Autoplay off
•Repeat off•Repeat on
•Play album •Play playlist
1
•Play genre 1•Play artist 1
•Play track 1
1
Voice commands are not available until indexing is complete.2Voice commands only available in folder mode. For more information,
refer toExploring the USB device.
Note:In the above possible commands,“name”is a dynamic listing in
that it could be the name of any desired group, artist, etc.
Autoplay:With this feature ON, SYNC will automatically begin to play
your music as it is being indexed. As the system is finishing indexing all
of your songs, you can listen to music. With this feature OFF, SYNC will
not begin to play any of your music until it has all been indexed.
Note:The larger the number of songs SYNC has to index, the longer
indexing will take.
Play Genre:You can play a specific genre (type) of music. SYNC will
read all the data from your indexed music and, if available, will begin to
play that type of music.
Note:You can only play genres of music which are present in the music
you have indexed to SYNC.
Similar music:You can tell SYNC to play music ‘similar’ to what you are
currently playing.
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Microsoft Corporation, their affiliates and/or their designated agent.
Neither MS nor Microsoft Corporation nor their affiliates nor their
designated agent are responsible for (i) the contents of any third
party sites, any links contained in third party sites, or any changes or
updates to third party sites, or (ii) webcasting or any other form of
transmission received from any third party sites. If the SOFTWARE
provides links to third party sites, those links are provided to you only
as a convenience, and the inclusion of any link does not imply an
endorsement of the third party site by MS, Microsoft Corporation,
their affiliates and/or their designated agent.
•Obligation to Drive Responsibly:You recognize your obligation to
drive responsibly and keep attention on the road. You will read and
abide with the DEVICE operating instructions particularly as they
pertain to safety and assumes any risk associated with the use of the
DEVICE.
UPGRADES AND RECOVERY MEDIA:
If the SOFTWARE is provided by FORD MOTOR COMPANY separate
from the DEVICE on media such as a ROM chip, CD ROM disk(s) or via
web download or other means, and is labeled “For Upgrade Purposes
Only” orFor Recovery Purposes Onlyyou may install one (1) copy of
such SOFTWARE onto the DEVICE as a replacement copy for the
existing SOFTWARE, and use it in accordance with this EULA, including
any additional EULA terms accompanying the upgrade SOFTWARE.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS:All title and intellectual
property rights in and to the SOFTWARE (including but not limited to
any images, photographs, animations, video, audio, music, text and
“applets,” incorporated into the SOFTWARE), the accompanying printed
materials, and any copies of the SOFTWARE, are owned by MS,
Microsoft Corporation, their affiliates or suppliers. The SOFTWARE is
licensed, not sold. You may not copy the printed materials accompanying
the SOFTWARE. All title and intellectual property rights in and to the
content which may be accessed through use of the SOFTWARE is the
property of the respective content owner and may be protected by
applicable copyright or other intellectual property laws and treaties. This
EULA grants you no rights to use such content. All rights not specifically
granted under this EULA are reserved by MS, Microsoft Corporation,
their affiliates and suppliers. Use of any on-line services which may be
accessed through the SOFTWARE may be governed by the respective
terms of use relating to such services. If this SOFTWARE contains
documentation that is provided only in electronic form, you may print
one copy of such electronic documentation.
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All title and intellectual property rights in and to the FORD SOFTWARE
(including but not limited to any images, photographs, animations, video,
audio, music, text and “applets,” incorporated into the FORD
SOFTWARE), the accompanying printed materials, and any copies of the
FORD SOFTWARE, are owned by FORD MOTOR COMPANY. The FORD
SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. You may not copy the printed materials
accompanying the FORD SOFTWARE. All title and intellectual property
rights in and to the content which may be accessed through use of the
FORD SOFTWARE is the property of the respective content owner and
may be protected by applicable copyright or other intellectual property
laws and treaties. This EULA grants you no rights to use such content.
All rights in the FORD SOFTWARE not specifically granted under this
EULA are reserved by FORD MOTOR COMPANY. Use of any on-line
services which may be accessed through the FORD SOFTWARE may be
governed by the respective terms of use relating to such services. If the
FORD SOFTWARE contains documentation that is provided only in
electronic form, you may print one copy of such electronic
documentation.
EXPORT RESTRICTIONS:You acknowledge that the SOFTWARE is
subject to U.S. and European Union export jurisdiction. You agree to
comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to
the SOFTWARE, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations,
as well as end-user, end-use and destination restrictions issued by U.S.
and other governments. For additional information, see
http://www.microsoft.com/exporting/.
TRADEMARKS:This EULA does not grant you any rights in connection
with any trademarks or service marks of FORD MOTOR COMPANY, MS,
Microsoft Corporation, their affiliates or suppliers.
PRODUCT SUPPORT:Product support for the SOFTWARE is not
provided by MS, its parent corporation Microsoft Corporation, or their
affiliates or subsidiaries. For product support, please refer to FORD
MOTOR COMPANY instructions provided in the documentation for the
DEVICE. Should you have any questions concerning this EULA, or if you
desire to contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY for any other reason, please
refer to the address provided in the documentation for the DEVICE.
No Liability for Certain Damages:EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY
LAW, FORD MOTOR COMPANY, MS, MICROSOFT CORPORATION AND
THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING
FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF
THE SOFTWARE AND/OR THE FORD SOFTWARE. THIS LIMITATION
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General operation
Voice Command Control
Functions within the Windows Automotive-based system may be
accomplished using only voice commands. Using voice commands while
driving allows you to operate the system without removing your hands
from the wheel.
Prolonged Views of Screen
Do not access any function requiring a prolonged view of the screen
while you are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner before
attempting to access a function of the system requiring prolonged
attention. Even occasional short scans to the screen may be hazardous if
your attention has been diverted away from your driving task at a critical
time.
Volume Setting
Do not raise the volume excessively. Keep the volume at a level where
you can still hear outside traffic and emergency signals while driving.
Driving while unable to hear these sounds could cause an accident.
Use of Speech Recognition Functions
Speech recognition software is inherently a statistical process which is
subject to errors. It is your responsibility to monitor any speech
recognition functions included in the system and address any errors.
Navigation Features
Any navigation features included in the system are intended to provide
turn by turn instructions to get you to a desired destination. Please make
certain all persons using this system carefully read and follow
instructions and safety information fully.
Distraction Hazard
Any navigation features may require manual (non-verbal) setup.
Attempting to perform such set-up or insert data while driving can
seriously distract your attention and could cause an accident or other
serious consequences. Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal manner before
attempting these operations.
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Let Your Judgment Prevail
Any navigation features are provided only as an aid. Make your driving
decisions based on your observations of local conditions and existing
traffic regulations. Any such feature is not a substitute for your personal
judgment. Any route suggestions made by this system should never
replace any local traffic regulations or your personal judgment or
knowledge of safe driving practices.
Route Safety
Do not follow the route suggestions if doing so would result in an unsafe
or illegal maneuver, if you would be placed in an unsafe situation, or if
you would be directed into an area that you consider unsafe. The driver
is ultimately responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle and
therefore, must evaluate whether it is safe to follow the suggested
directions.
Potential Map Inaccuracy
Maps used by this system may be inaccurate because of changes in
roads, traffic controls or driving conditions. Always use good judgment
and common sense when following the suggested routes.
Emergency Services
Do not rely on any navigation features included in the system to route
you to emergency services. Ask local authorities or an emergency
services operator for these locations. Not all emergency services such as
police, fire stations, hospitals and clinics are likely to be contained in the
map database for such navigation features.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Autoplay:With Autoplay turned ON, SYNC allows you to listen to music
which has already been randomly indexed during the indexing process.
With Autoplay turned off, the chosen music will not begin to play until
all of the music has been indexed by SYNC. Depending on the size of the
material, this may take a few minutes.
Bluetooth enabled cellular phone:Any cellular phone which has the
Bluetoothwireless technology which will enable the phone to connect
with SYNC and exchange information wirelessly.
Digital media player / USB Device:This is a generic term used to
signify any of the following media devices: iPod
, Zune™, “Plays from
device” players, and most USB drives (thumb drives, flash drives, PEN
drives, etc.)
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