2012 VOLVO V60 ESP

05 Infotainment system
BluetoothŸŸ handsfree*
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258* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
123/ABC
Change between letters and
numbers with OK/MENU.
MoreChange to special characters
with OK/MENU.
OKSave and go back to Add con-
tact with OK/MENU.
Change between uppercase and
lowercase letters with OK/
MENU.
Press OK/MENU, the cursor
moves to the input field (2) at the
top of the TV screen. The cursor
can now be moved, with TUNE,
to the appropriate place to e.g.
insert new letters or delete with
EXIT. To be able to insert new
letters first go back to the input
mode, by pressing OK/MENU.
Speed dial numbersUse phone mode to add speed dial numbers
under Phone menu
Phone bookSpeed
dial.
Dialling with speed dial numbers can be per-
formed in phone mode using the number keys
on the keypad in the centre console, by press-
ing a number key and then pressing OK/
MENU. If there is no contact stored on thespeed dial number then an option is shown to
save a contact to the selected speed dial num-
ber.
Receiving a vCardIt is possible to receive a vCard to the car's
phone book from other mobile phones (other
than the one currently connected to the car). In
order to allow this the car is set to visible mode
for Bluetooth
Ÿ. The function is activated in
phone mode under Phone menu
Phone
book
Receive vCard.
Memory statusMemory status of the car's phone book and the
connected mobile phone's phone book can be
seen in phone mode under Phone menu
Phone bookMemory status.
Delete phone bookThe car's phone book can be deleted, this is
carried out in phone mode under Phone menu
Phone bookClear phone book.
NOTE
Deleting the car's telephone book only dele-
tes contacts in the car's telephone book.
Contacts in the mobile phone's phone book
are not deleted.
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05 Infotainment system
Voice recognition* mobile phone
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.259 Introduction
The infotainment system's voice recognition1
allows the driver to voice-activate certain func-
tions in a BluetoothŸ-connected mobile phone
or in Volvo's navigation system - RTI (Road and
Traffic Information System).
NOTE
•The information in this section
describes the use of voice commands
to control a mobile phone connected
using Bluetooth
Ÿ. For detailed infor-
mation on using a mobile phone con-
nected using Bluetooth
Ÿ with the car's
Infotainment system see page 251.
•The Volvo navigation system RTI (Road
and Traffic Information System) has a
separate user manual which contains
more information on voice control and
voice commands to control that sys-
tem.
Voice commands offer convenience and help
the driver to avoid being distracted, and
instead concentrate on driving and focus
attention on the road and traffic conditions.
WARNING
The driver always holds overall responsibil-
ity for driving the vehicle in a safe manner
and complying with all applicable rules of
the road.
The voice recognition system allows the driver
to voice-activate certain functions of a
Bluetooth
Ÿ-connected mobile phone and in
Volvo's navigation system - RTI (Road and
Traffic Information System), while the driver
can keep his/her hands on the wheel at the
same time. The input data are in dialogue form
with spoken commands from the user and ver-
bal replies from the system. The voice recog-
nition system uses the same microphone as
the Bluetooth
Ÿ handsfree system (see illustra-
tion on page 251) and the voice recognition
system's replies come via the car's speakers.
Language
Language list.
Voice recognition is not possible for all lan-
guages. Languages available for voice recog-
nition are marked with an icon in the language
list -
. Changing the language is performed
in the menu system MY CAR, see page 146.
1Only applies to vehicles equipped with Volvo's navigation system - RTI (Road and Traffic Information System).
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05 Infotainment system
Voice recognition* mobile phone
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260* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Remember
Steering wheel keypad.
Button for voice recognition
To activate the systemBefore voice commands to a mobile phone can
be used the mobile phone must be paired and
connected via Bluetooth
Ÿ handsfree. If a tele-
phone command is given and no mobile phone
is paired, then the system will provide informa-
tion about this. For information on pairing and
connecting a mobile phone, see page 252.
•Press the button for voice recognition (1) in
order to activate the system and initiate a
dialogue with voice commands. The sys-
tem will then display commonly used com-
mands in the TV screen in the centre con-
sole.Keep the following things in mind when you use
the voice recognition system:
•For a command - speak after the tone, with
normal voice at normal speed.
•Do not speak while the system is replying
(the system cannot understand commands
during this time).
•The car's doors, windows and sunroof*
must be closed.
•Avoid background noise in the passenger
compartment.
NOTE
If the driver is unsure of which command to
use, he (she) can say "Help" - the system
then responds with a few different com-
mands which can be used in the current sit-
uation.
Voice commands can be disabled by:
•saying "Cancel"
•not speaking
•a long press on the steering wheel but-
ton for Voice recognition
•Press EXIT or another source button
(e.g. MEDIA).
Help functions for voice recognition
•Instructions: A function that helps you get
familiar with the system and the procedure
for giving commands.
•Voice training: A function that enables the
voice recognition system to learn to know
your voice and your accent. The function
provides an opportunity to voice train two
user profiles.
The help functions can be accessed by press-
ing the MY CAR button on the control panel in
the centre console and then turning TUNE to
the desired menu option.
InstructionsThe instructions can be started in two ways:
NOTE
This instruction and voice training can only
be started when the car is parked.
•Press the button for Voice recognition and
say "Voice instructions".
•Activate the instructions in the menu sys-
tem MY CAR under Settings
Voice
settings
Voice tutorial. For a descrip-
tion of the menu system, see page 144.
The instructions are divided into 3 lessons,
which take around 5 minutes in total to com-
plete. The system starts with the first lesson.
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05 Infotainment system
Voice recognition* mobile phone
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262* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
the last spoken group of numbers) or
"Delete" (which deletes the whole spoken
phone number).
Dialling from the call registerThe following dialogue allows you to make a
phone call from one of your mobile phone's call
registers.
The user starts the dialogue by saying:Phone > call from the call register
or
Phone call from the call register
Continue by responding to the system's
prompts.
Call a contactThe following dialogue allows you to call your
pre-defined contacts in the mobile phone.
The user starts the dialogue by saying:Phone > call contact
or
Phone call contact
Continue by responding to the system's
prompts.
Consider the following when you call a contact:
•If there are several contacts with similar
names, they will be presented in the dis-play in the numbered rows and the system
prompts you to select a row number.
•If there are more rows in the list than can
be displayed simultaneously, saying
"Down" allows you to scroll down in the list
(and saying "Up" allows you to scroll up in
the list).
Calling voice mailboxThe following dialogue allows you to call your
voice mailbox to check if you have received
any messages. The phone number for your
voice mailbox must be registered in the
Bluetooth
Ÿ function, see page 254.
The user starts the dialogue by saying:Phone > call voice mailbox
or
Phone call voice mailbox
Continue by responding to the system's
prompts.
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05 Infotainment system
Menu navigation, Infotainment
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.263 To navigate in the menus
The infotainment system's functions are con-
trolled via the system's menus. Each source in
the infotainment system (e.g. RADIO, MEDIA)
has its own separate menus. In order to access
the menus and activate a function a source
must first have been selected (e.g.
RADIO/FM1). Then press OK/MENU for access into
the menu for the selected source.
The menu options are selected by means of the
buttons in the centre console or via the steering
wheel keypad*. The functions are described
under their respective sections.
Controls in the centre console
RADIO
MEDIA
TEL
TUNE
OK/MENU
Search pathsThe search paths to the menu functions are
specified in the owner's manual with the form:Audio settings
Equalizer, which requires
that the following is carried out beforehand:
1. Select a source by pressing one of the but-
tons (e.g. RADIO, MEDIA etc.). Continue
to press in order to scroll down among the
options on the TV screen (e.g.
FM1),
release and wait a second and the selec-
tion is accepted automatically. Alterna-
tively, turn TUNE and confirm with OK/
MENU.
2.
Press OK/MENU and turn TUNE, or use
the thumbwheel* on the steering wheel
keypad to reach the desired menu option
e.g.
Audio settings and press OK/
MENU.
3.
Turn TUNE again to reach the desired sub-
menu, e.g.
Equalizer, and press OK/
MENU.
Menus RADIO
Main menu AMAM menu
Show presets1
Scan
1Only applies to High Performance Multimedia and Premium Sound Multimedia.
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06 During your journey
Loading
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General information on loading
Payload depends on the car's kerb weight. The
total of the weight of the passengers and all
accessories reduces the car's payload by a
corresponding weight. For more detailed infor-
mation on weights, see page 355.
The tailgate is opened via a button on
the lighting panel or the remote con-
trol key, see page 61.
WARNING
The car's driving characteristics change
depending on the weight and distribution of
the load.
To bear in mind when loading
•Position the load firmly against the rear
seat's backrest.
Note that objects must not prevent the function
of the WHIPS system for the front seats if any
of the rear seat's backrests is folded down,see
page 27.
•Centre the load.
•Heavy objects should be placed as low as
possible. Avoid placing heavy loads on
lowered backrests.
•Cover sharp edges with something soft to
avoid damaging the upholstery.
•Secure all loads to the load retaining eye-
lets with straps or web lashings.
WARNING
A loose object weighing 20 kg can, in a
frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, carry
the impact of an item weighing 1000 kg.
WARNING
The protection provided by the inflatable
curtain in the headlining may be compro-
mised or eliminated by high loads.
•Never load cargo above the backrest.
WARNING
Always secure the load. During heavy brak-
ing the load may otherwise shift, causing
injury to the car's occupants.
Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with
something soft.
Switch off the engine and apply the parking
brake when loading/unloading long items.
Otherwise you may accidentally knock the
gear lever or gear selector with the load into
a drive position - and the car could then
move off.
Front seat
The passenger seat backrest can also be
folded for an extra long load, see page 82.
Roof load
Using load carriersTo avoid damaging the car and for maximum
possible safety while driving, the load carriers
designed by Volvo are recommended.
Carefully follow the installation instructions
supplied with the carriers.
•Check periodically that the load carriers
and load are properly secured. Lash the
load securely with retaining straps.
•Distribute the load evenly over the load
carriers. Put the heaviest objects at the
bottom.
•The size of the area exposed to the wind,
and therefore fuel consumption, increase
with the size of the load.
•Drive gently. Avoid quick acceleration,
heavy braking and hard cornering.
WARNING
The car's centre of gravity and driving cha-
racteristics are altered by roof loads. For
information on maximum permitted roof
load, including load carriers and any space
box, see page 355.
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06 During your journey
Driving with a trailer
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.283 General
Payload depends on the car's kerb weight. The
total of the weight of the passengers and all
accessories, e.g. towbar, reduces the car's
payload by a corresponding weight. For more
detailed information on weights, see
page 355.
If the towing bracket is mounted by Volvo, then
the car is delivered with the necessary equip-
ment for driving with a trailer.
•The car's towing bracket must be of an
approved type.
•If the towbar is retrofitted, check with your
Volvo dealer that the car is fully equipped
for driving with a trailer.
•Distribute the load on the trailer so that the
weight on the towing bracket complies
with the specified maximum towball load.
•Increase the tyre pressure to the recom-
mended pressure for a full load. For tyre
pressure label location, see page 301.
•The engine is loaded more heavily than
usual when driving with a trailer.
•Do not tow a heavy trailer when the car is
brand new. Wait until it has been driven at
least 1000 km.
•The brakes are loaded much more than
usual on long and steep downhill slopes.
Downshift to a lower gear and adjust your
speed.
•For safety reasons, the maximum permit-
ted speed for the car when coupled with a
trailer should not be exceeded. Follow the
regulations in force for the permitted
speeds and weights.
•Maintain a low speed when driving with a
trailer up long, steep ascents.
•Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines of
more than 12%.
Trailer cableAn adapter is required if the car's towing
bracket has 13 pin electrics and the trailer has
7 pin electrics. Use an adapter cable approved
by Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag
on the ground.
Direction indicators and brake lights on
the trailer
If any of the trailer's lamps for direction indica-
tors are broken, then the combined instrument
panel's symbol for direction indicators flashes
faster than normal and the display shows the
text
Bulb fail - Ind. signal trailer.
If any of the trailer's lamps for the brake light
are broken then the
Bulb fail - Stop lamp
trailer text is shown.
Level control*The rear shock absorbers maintain a constant
height irrespective of the car's load (up to the
maximum permissible weight). When the car isstationary the rear of the car lowers slightly,
which is normal.
Trailer weightsFor information on Volvo's permitted trailer
weights, see page 356.
NOTE
The stated maximum permitted trailer
weights are those permitted by Volvo.
National vehicle regulations can further limit
trailer weights and speeds. Towbars can be
certified for higher towing weights than the
car can actually tow.
WARNING
Follow the stated recommendations for
trailer weights. Otherwise, the car and trailer
may be difficult to control in the event of
sudden movement and braking.
Manual gearbox
OverheatingWhen driving with a trailer in hilly terrain in a hot
climate there may be a risk of overheating.
•Do not run the engine at higher revolutions
than 4500 rpm (diesel engines: 3500 rpm)
- otherwise the oil temperature may
become too high.
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07 Wheels and tyres
General
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Driving characteristics
Tyres greatly affect the car's driving characte-
ristics. The type of tyre, dimensions, tyre pres-
sure and speed rating are important for how the
car performs.
Direction of rotation
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The arrow shows the tyre's direction of rotation.
Tyres with a tread pattern which are designed
to only turn in one direction have the direction
of rotation marked with an arrow. The tyre must
always rotate in the same direction throughout
its lifespan. Tyres should only be switched
between front and rear positions, never
between left and right-hand sides, or vice
versa. If the tyres are fitted incorrectly, the car's
braking characteristics and capacity to force
rain and slush out of the way are adversely
affected.Tyres with the greatest tread depth should
always be fitted to the rear of the car (to
decrease the risk of skidding).
NOTE
Ensure that tyres of the same type and
dimensions, and also the same make, are
fitted to all four wheels.
Follow the recommended tyre pressures
specified in the tyre pressure table, see
page 366.
Tyre care
Tyre ageAll tyres older than 6 years old should be
checked by an expert even if they seem
undamaged. Tyres age and decompose, even
if they are hardly ever or never used. The func-
tion can therefore be affected. This applies to
all tyres that are stored for future use. Exam-
ples of external signs which indicate that the
tyre is unsuitable for use are cracks or discol-
oration.
New tyres
Tyres are perishable. After a few years they
begin to harden at the same time as the friction
capacity/characteristics gradually deteriorate.
For this reason, aim to get as fresh tyres as
possible when you replace them. This is espe-
cially important with regard to winter tyres. The
last four digits in the sequence mean the week
and year of manufacture. This is the tyre's
DOT marking (Department of Transportation),
and this is stated with four digits, for example
1510. The tyre in the illustration was manufac-
tured in week 15 of 2010.
Summer and winter tyresWhen summer and winter wheels are changed
the wheels should be marked with which side
of the car they were mounted on, for example
L for left and R for right.
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