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When available, automatic volume controladjusts the volume level to compensatefor engine noise and road speed noise.
1.Press the MENU button and selectAUDIO.
2.Select AVC LEVEL or ADAPTIVEVOL.
3.Use the left or right arrow button toadjust the setting.
4.Press the OK button to confirm yourselection.
5.Press the MENU button to return.
Digital Signal Processing
Digital Signal Processing Occupancy
This feature takes into account thedifferences in distance from the variousspeakers in your vehicle to each seat. Youmust select the correct sitting position forthe audio to be correctly set.
Digital Signal Processing Equaliser
Select the music category that most suitsyour listening preference. The audio outputwill change to enhance the particular styleof music chosen.
Changing the Digital Signal ProcessingSettings
1.Press the MENU button.
2.Select AUDIO or AUDIO SETTINGS.
3.Scroll to the required digital signalprocessing function.
4.Use the up and down arrow buttons toselect the required setting.
5.Press the OK button to confirm yourselection.
6.Press the MENU button to return.
News Broadcasts
Your audio unit may interrupt normalreception to broadcast news bulletins fromstations on the FM waveband, radio datasystem or other enhanced network linkedstations.
The display will indicate there is anincoming announcement, during newsbroadcasts. When the audio unit interruptsfor a news broadcast the preset volumelevel will be the same as trafficannouncements.
1.Press the MENU button.
2.Select AUDIO or AUDIO SETTINGS.
3.Scroll to NEWS and turn on or off withthe OK button.
4.Press the MENU button to return.
Alternative Frequencies
The majority of programs that broadcaston the FM waveband have a programidentification code, it can be recognised byaudio units.
When your vehicle moves from onetransmission area to another with thealternative frequencies tuning switchedon, this function will search for thestrongest station signal.
Under certain conditions, however,alternative frequencies tuning maytemporarily disrupt normal reception.
When selected, the unit continuallyevaluates signal strength and, if a bettersignal becomes available, the unit willswitch to that alternative. It mutes whileit checks a list of alternative frequenciesand if necessary, it will search once acrossthe selected waveband for a genuinealternative frequency.
It will restore radio reception when it findsone or if one is not found, the unit willreturn to the original stored frequency.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When selected, AF will be shown in thedisplay.
1.Press the MENU button.
2.Select AUDIO or AUDIO SETTINGS.
3.Scroll to ALTERNAT FREQ. orALTERNATIVE FREQ. and turn on oroff with the OK button.
4.Press the MENU button to return.
Regional Mode
Regional mode controls the behaviour ofalternative frequencies switching betweenregionally related networks of a parentbroadcaster. A broadcaster may run a fairlylarge network across a large part of thecountry. At various times of the day thislarge network may be broken down into anumber of smaller regional networks,typically centred on major towns or cities.When the network is not split into regionalvariants, the whole network caries thesame programming.
Regional mode ON: This prevents randomalternative frequency switches whenneighbouring regional networks are notcarrying the same programming.
Regional mode OFF: This allows a largercoverage area if neighbouring regionalnetworks are carrying the sameprogramming, but can cause 'random'alternative frequency switches if they arenot.
1.Press the MENU button.
2.Select AUDIO or AUDIO SETTINGS.
3.Scroll to RDS REGIONAL and turn onor off with the OK button.
4.Press the MENU button to return.
AUDIO SYSTEM SECURITY
Each unit incorporates a unique code thatis linked to the vehicle identificationnumber. The system will automaticallycheck that the audio unit and vehiclematch before allowing operation.
If a security code message appears, see anauthorised dealer.
COMPACT DISC PLAYER -
VEHICLES WITH: AM/FM/CD
Compact Disc Playback
Note:During playback, the display indicatesthe disc, track and time that has elapsedsince the start of the track.
During radio reception, press the CD buttononce to start CD playback.
After a disc is loaded, playback will startimmediately.
Track Selection
•Press the seek down button once toreplay the current track. If pressedwithin two seconds of the start of atrack, the previous track will beselected.
•Press the up or down arrow buttons toselect the required track, then pressthe OK button.
Fast Forward and Reverse
Press and hold the seek down or upbuttons to search backward or forwardwithin the tracks on the disc.
Shuffle and Random
Random track playback, also known asshuffle, plays all tracks on the CD inrandom order.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1.Press the MENU button and select CDMODE.
2.Select SHUFFLE. This enables thefunction to be switched on or off.
When an MP3 CD is playing, optionsinclude SHUFFLE for the whole CD, or toplay all the tracks in the folder in a randomorder.
Repeat Compact Disc Tracks
1.Press the MENU button and select CDMODE.
2.Select REPEAT. This enables thefunction to be switched on or off. Thetrack will replay once ended.
When an MP3 or WMA CD is playing,options include REPEAT for the track, orto repeat all the tracks in the folder.
Compact Disc Track Scanning
The SCAN function allows you to previeweach track for approximately five seconds.
Various scan modes are possible,according to the type of CD currentlyplaying.
1.Press the MENU button and select CDMODE.
2.Select SCAN. This enables thefunction to be switched on or off.
Note:When an MP3 or WMA CD is playing,options include SCAN for the CD or just thetracks in the folder.
3.Press the OK button to stop the scanmode.
MP3 and WMA File Playback
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) or WMA(Windows media audio) is a standardtechnology and format for compressingaudio data. This allows a more efficientuse of the media.
You can play MP3 files recorded onCD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW formats. Thedisc must be in the ISO 9660 level 1 or level2 format, or Joliet or Romeo in theexpansion format. You can also use a discrecorded in multi session.
ISO 9660 Format
This is the most common internationalstandard for the logical format of files andfolders on a CD-ROM.
There are several specification levels. InLevel 1, file names must be in the 8.3format (no more than eight characters inthe name, no more than three charactersin the extension .MP3 and . WMA) and incapital letters.
Folder names can be no longer than eightcharacters. There can be no more thaneight folder levels (trees). Level 2specifications allow file names up to 31characters long.
Each folder can have up to eight trees.
For Joliet or Romeo in the expansionformat, consider these restrictions whenconfiguring your CD writing software.
Multi Session
This is a recording method that enablesadding of data using the track-at-oncemethod.
Conventional CDs begin at a CD controlarea called the lead-in and end at an areacalled lead-out. A multi session CD is a CDhaving multiple sessions, with eachsegment from lead-in to lead-out regardedas a single session.
CD-Extra: The format that records audio(audio CD data) as tracks on session 1, andrecords data as tracks on session 2.
Mixed CD: In this format, data is recordedas track 1 and audio (audio CD data) isrecorded as track 2.
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This system helps you control manyfeatures using voice commands. Thisallows you to keep your hands on thewheel and focus on what is in front of you.
Helpful Hints
Make sure the interior of your vehicle is asquiet as possible. Wind noise from openwindows and road vibrations may preventthe system from correctly recognisingspoken commands.
Press the voice button and wait until thesystem voice announcement has finishedfollowed by a single beep before giving acommand. Any command spoken prior tothis does not register with the system.
Speak naturally, without long pausesbetween words.
You can interrupt the system at anytimewhile it is speaking by pressing the voiceicon. You can also cancel a voice sessionby pressing and holding the voice icon atany time.
Initiating a Voice Session
Press the voice button and waituntil the system voiceannouncement has finishedfollowed by a single beep. A list ofavailable commands will appear in thedisplay. Say any of the following:
If You Want ToSay
Stream audio from your mobile phone."Bluetooth Audio"
Cancel the requested action."Cancel"
Access the device connected to the auxiliary input jack."Line in"
Make calls."Phone"
Return to the main menu."SYNC"
Access the device connected to your USB port."USB"
Adjust the level of voice interaction and feedback."Voice settings"
Hear a list of voice commands available in the currentmode."Help"
System Interaction and Feedback
The system provides feedback throughaudible tones, prompts, questions andspoken confirmations depending on thesituation and the chosen level ofinteraction (voice settings). You cancustomise the voice recognition system toprovide more or less instruction andfeedback.
The default setting is to a higher level ofinteraction in order to help you learn to usethe system. You can change these settingsat any time.
Adjusting the Interaction Level
Press the voice button. Say"Voice settings" when prompted,then any of the following:
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Makes a best guess from the mediacandidate list. You may still occasionallybe asked questions."Media Candidate Lists Off"
Clarifies your voice command for mediacandidates."Media Candidate Lists On"
Makes a best guess from the mobile phonecandidate list. You may still occasionallybe asked questions."Phone Candidate Lists Off"
Clarifies your voice command for mobilephone candidates"Phone Candidate Lists On"
Changing the Voice Settings Using theInformation and Entertainment Display
1.Press the MENU button.
2.Select SYNC-Settings.
3.Select Voice Settings.
USING SYNC® WITH YOUR
PHONE
Hands-free calling is one of the mainfeatures of SYNC. While the systemsupports a variety of features, many aredependent on your mobile phone'sfunctionality. At a minimum, most mobilephones with Bluetooth wireless technologysupport the following functions:
•Answering an incoming call.
•Ending a call.
•Using privacy mode.
•Dialling a number.
•Redialling.
•Call waiting notification.
•Caller ID.
Other features such as text messagingusing Bluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload are mobile phone-dependentfeatures. To check your mobile phone'scompatibility, refer to your mobile phone'suser manual or visit the regional Fordwebsite.
Pairing a Mobile Phone For theFirst Time
Note:You must switch the ignition andradio on.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
Wirelessly pairing your mobile phone withSYNC allows you to make and receivehands-free calls.
1.Press the PHONE button. When thedisplay indicates No phones paired,press the Add button.
2.When Please begin pairing byappears in the display, search for SYNCon your device to start the pairingprocess. Make sure the Bluetoothfeature on your mobile phone isswitched on before starting the search.Refer to your mobile phone's user guideif necessary.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3.When prompted on your mobilephone's display, enter the six-digit PINprovided by SYNC in the display. Thedisplay indicates when the pairing issuccessful
Depending on your mobile phone'scapability and your market, the systemmay prompt you with questions such assetting the current mobile phone as theprimary phone (the mobile phone SYNCautomatically tries to connect with firstupon vehicle start-up), downloading yourmobile phone book, etc.
Pairing Subsequent Mobile Phones
Note:Make sure the radio is switched on.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1.Press the PHONE button.
2.Scroll to and select BT Devices.
3.Press the OK button.
4.Press the Add button to start thepairing process.
5.When Please begin pairing byappears in the display, search for SYNCon your device to start the pairingprocess. Refer to your mobile phone'suser guide if necessary.
6.When prompted on your mobilephone's display, enter the six-digit PINprovided by SYNC in the audio display.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
The system then prompts with questionssuch as would you like to set the currentmobile phone as the primary mobile phone(the mobile phone SYNC automaticallytries to connect with first upon vehiclestart-up), download your mobile phonebook, etc.
Mobile Phone Voice Commands
"PHONE"
"Go to privacy""Call
"Hold""Call
"Join""Call
"Menu"2,4"Call
"Phonebook
"Phonebook
"Phonebook
"Phonebook
"Phonebook
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"Phonebook
-"Dial"1,3
1 These commands do not require you to say "Phone" first.2 These commands are not available until your mobile phone information has completelydownloaded using Bluetooth.3 See Dial table.4 See Menu table.
Phonebook commands. When you askSYNC to access a mobile phone bookname, number, etc, the requestedinformation appears in the display to view.Press the Phone button and say "call" tocall the contact.
"DIAL"
"112" (one-one-two), etc.
"700" (seven hundred)
"800" (eight hundred)
"900" (nine hundred)
"Pound", (#)
"Number <0-9>"
"Asterisk" (*)
"Clear" (deletes all entered digits)
"Delete" (deletes one digit)
"Plus"
"Star"
Note:To exit dial mode, press and hold thephone button, press MENU or any otherbutton.
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"(Phone) connections"
"(Phone) settings (message) notification off"
"(Phone) settings (message) notification on"
"(Phone) settings (set) phone ringer"
"(Phone) settings (set) ringer 1"
"(Phone) settings (set) ringer 2"
"(Phone) settings (set) ringer 3"
"(Phone) settings (set) ringer off"
"Phone name"
"Text message inbox"
Words in ( ) are optional and do not have to be spoken for the system to understandthe command.
Making Calls
Press the voice button and whenprompted say:
1."Call
2.When the system confirms the number,say "Dial" again to initiate the call.
To erase the last spoken digit, say "Delete"or press the left arrow button. To erase allspoken digits, say "Clear" or press and holdthe left arrow button.
To end the call, press the End Call buttonon the steering wheel or select End Callon the display and press OK.
Receiving Calls
When receiving a call, you can:
•Answer the call by pressing the AcceptCall button on the steering wheel orselect Accept Call on the display andpress OK.
•To reject the call press the Reject Callbutton on the steering wheel or selecton the display and press OK.
•Ignore the call by doing nothing.
Mobile Phone Options During anActive Call
During an active call, you have additionalmenu features which become availablesuch as putting a call on hold, joining calls,etc.
To access choose one of the optionsavailable at the bottom of the display orpress More.
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