2008 VOLVO V70 radio

Select wave band AM and FM (FM1 and FM2)
Automatic tuning
1. Select a wave band using FM or AM.
2. Press
/ on the navigation button.
Manual tuning
1. Select a wave band using FM or AM.
2. Turn TUNING to select a station.
Preset
Ten station presets can be stored for each wave band. FM has two memories for presets: FM1 and FM2. Only radio
stations played through the car's speakers can be stored as presets. The stored presets are selected using the preset
buttons.
Preset storage can be carried out manually or automatically.
Manually storing preset stations
1. Tune into a station.
2. Hold in one of the preset buttons until the message Channel stored appears on the display.
Automatically storing preset stations
The function is especially useful in areas where the radio stations and their frequencies are unfamiliar. The ten
strongest radio stations are stored automatically in a separate memory.
1. Select a wave band using FM or AM.
2. Hold in AUTO until Autostoring... appears on the display.
Once Autostoring ... disappears from the display, the stations are stored. The radio continues in Auto mode and Auto
appears on the display. The automatically stored presets can now be selected using the preset buttons. Automatic
preset storage can be cancelled using EXIT .
Auto mode is cancelled by pressing for example AUTO or FM.
Returning to Auto mode provides access to the autostored presets:
1. Press AUTO .
Auto appears on the display.
2. Press a preset button.
Scan
The function automatically searches the current wave band for strong stations. When a station is found, it is played for
approx. eight seconds before scanning is resumed. While the station is playing it can be stored as a preset as usual.
1. Select a wave band using AM or FM.
2. Press SCAN .
SCAN appears on the display. Close using SCAN or EXIT.
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Radio text
Some stations transmit information on program content, artists, etc. This information can be shown on the display.
Activate/deactivate in FM mode under Radio text.
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Sirius satellite radio (option)
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 satellites 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 metallic objects transported on roof racks or in a ski box, or other antennas that
may impede signals from the SIRIUS satellites.
Selecting Sirius radio mode
1. Press Power to switch on the audio system (see pages 139
and 143 for information on the standard audio and radio
functions).
2. Press the MODE button repeatedly until Sirius 1 or 2 is displayed.
Activating Sirius radio
1. Tune to a satellite channel that has no audio, which means that the channel is unsubscribed and the text "Call 888-
539- SIRIUS TO SUBSCRIBE" is displayed (see also "Selecting a channel").
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 transactions. The SIRIUS ID is sometimes referred to as the Electronic Serial Number (ESN).
Selecting a channel category
1. Select Sirius radio mode as described above.
2. Press ENTER .
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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.
The first channel in the selected category will then be played.
NOTE
The category ALL is default, which enables you to scroll through the entire list of available satellite channels.
The channel categories are automatically updated several times a year. This takes approximately two minutes and
will interrupt normal broadcasting. A message will be displayed while updating is in progress. Information on
channel or feature updates is available at www.sirius.com.
Selecting a channel
There are three ways of tuning in a channel:
Using the left and right arrow keys
By turning the tuning control
Through direct channel entry.
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 147
.
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Direct channel entry
The Sirius satellite channels are in numerical order 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.
Scanning
SCAN automatically searches through the list of satellite channels. The search will only be carried out in the selected
category. See page 143
for more detailed information.
Storing a channel
A total of 20 satellite channels can be stored; 10 channels each for Sirius 1 and 2. See page 143
for detailed
information on storing channels.
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 radio is in Sirius 1or 2 mode will tune to the preset satellite channel stored
on that button, regardless of the currently selected channel category.
Song Seek and Song Memory
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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 current songs that are stored in
memory.
Song memory
Up 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 display.
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 seek
When 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 audible 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 text
The 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.
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Advanced settings
This menu function enables you to make settings on certain Sirius satellite radio functions. To access this menu:
1. Press MENU .
2. Scroll to the Sirius menu.
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VOLVO V70
282 Index
12-volt sockets 188, 189
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Accessory installation warning7
Active Bi -Xenon® headlights90
Active chassis system155
Active yaw control153
Adaptive cruise control158-161
Air conditioning132
Air distribution130
Air distribution table135
Air vents130
Airbags


disconnecting the front passenger's side 22-24
front19- 21
inflatable curtain27
side impact25
Alarm system 66-68
All Wheel Drive114
Anti-freeze194, 226
Anti-lock brake system115
warning light75
Approach lighting 54, 95
Audio system


audio functions 139
CD player/changer140, 141
menu control137
overview136
radio functions143
Sirius satellite radio145- 148
sound settings139
steering wheel keypad136
Auto brake (collision warning) 168
Auto-dim rearview mirror102
Automatic locking64
Automatic locking retractor33
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Net in cargo area210
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Occupant safety14
Occupant weight sensor22-24
Octane recommendations197
Odometer, trip78
Oil


checking 224
low pressure warning light76
specifications276
volumes278
On Call Roadside Assistance 281
Overhead courtesy lighting93-94
Overheating, engine77
Oxygen sensors, heated201
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Pacemaker (keyless drive warning)63
Paint, touching up269
Panic alarm55
Park assist178-180
Parking brake


electric, applying/releasing 119
warning light76
Parking lights 90
changing bulbs230
Personal Car Communicator, unique functions 55-56
Polishing the vehicle267
Power front seat


memory function 83
with keyless drive84
Power mirrors 101
defroster102
Power moonroof 103-104
Power steering


fluid 227
, 279
speed-dependent155
Power tailgate (option) 203
Power windows99-100
laminated glass100
Pregnancy, using seat belts during 17
Private locking58
Proposition 65 warning9, 111, 239, 280
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functions143
Sirius satellite radio145- 148
Rails, floor205
Rain sensor96
READ button126
Rear fog light92
Rear park assist178-180
Rear seats


center head restraint 86
folding85
head restraint86
heated132
Rear window defroster 102
Rearview mirror


auto-dim function 102
compass151
Recall, child restraints 44
Refrigerant128, 279
Refueling196-197
fuel filler cap200
fuel filler door198
fuel tank volume279
octane recommendations197
Registering child restraints 44
Remote control52
approach lighting54
common functions54
immobilizer53
key blade52, 57-58
key memory53
locking the vehicle54
panic alarm55
Personal Car Communicator54- 56
private locking58
replacing battery60
unlocking the tailgate55
unlocking the vehicle54
Reporting safety defects 15
Roadside Assistance281
Roof loads211
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Safety defects, reporting15
Safety, occupant14
Seat belts
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Automatic locking retractor/Emergency locking retractor33
buckling16
maintenance16
pretensioners16
reminder16
reminder warning light77
securing child restraint systems36, 38, 41
unbuckling16
use during pregnancy17
using16
Seats, front 82-83
Setting the clock79
Shiftlock override113
Side door mirrors101
Side impact airbags25
Side marker lights, changing bulbs231
Sirius satellite radio145-148
Snow chains259
Snow tires259
Sound settings, audio system139
Spare tire260
Speed -dependent steering155
Spin control153
SRS18
Stability system


indicator light 76
introduction153
operation153
symbols in the instrument panel154
Start inhibitor (immobilizer) 53
Starting the engine109
with keyless drive110
Starting the vehicle


after a crash (crash mode) 30
Steel grid in cargo area 208
Steering wheel


adjusting 87
horn88
keypad87, 124, 136
lock110
Storage spaces 186
Studded tires259
Sunroof (moonroof)103-104
Supplemental restraint system18
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