2012 VOLVO XC70 ignition

05 Infotainment
Introduction
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204* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
General information
The infotainment system in your vehicle is
available in two versions:
High Performance Multimedia
•7" color TFT display
•Voice control1
•Thumb wheel on the steering wheel key-
pad
•AM/FM/HD radio2
•Sirius satellite radio*
•CD/DVD (mp3 and wma file formats)
•AUX and USB sockets
•Bluetooth hands-free/streaming
•8 speakers
•4x40W amplifier
Premium Sound Multimedia
•7" color TFT display
•Voice control1
•Thumb wheel on the steering wheel key-
pad
•AM/FM/HD radio2
•Sirius satellite radio*
•CD/DVD (mp3 and wma file formats)
•AUX and USB sockets
•Bluetooth hands-free/streaming
•12 speakers
•5x130W amplifier
Dolby Pro Logic
Dolby Surround Pro Logic IIŸ distributes stereo
sound's two channels to the left/right and front/
rear speakers.
Dolby Pro Logic II and the
symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. The Dolby Pro Logic II System is
manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Audyssey MultEQ3
The Audyssey MultEQ system has been used
to optimize sound quality to help ensure a
world-class listening experience.
Using the infotainment systemIf the infotainment system is on when the igni-
tion is switched off, it will come on automati-
cally the next time the ignition is put in mode I
or higher and continue using the same source
(
FM1, etc.) that was in use when the ignition
was switched off (the driver's door must also
be closed on vehicles with the optional keyless
drive).
The infotainment system can be operated with-
out a key in the ignition slot for 15 minutes at
a time by pressing the On/Off button.
1Only available on models equipped with the optional Volvo Navigation System.2U.S. models only3Applies only to models with Premium Sound Multimedia.

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While the engine is being started, the infotain-
ment system will be temporarily interrupted
and will resume when the engine has started.
NOTE
To help avoid excessive battery drain,
remove the remote key from the ignition slot
if the infotainment system is used while the
engine is switched off.

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Radio
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Skip optionsThis function is used to remove a channel from
the list of available channels.
Skipping a channel1.
Press OK/MENU.
2.
Scroll to the
Advanced settings menu.
3.
Press OK/MENU to enter the
Skip
options menu.
4.
Press OK/MENU to enter
Channel skip
list.
5.
Press OK/MENU to select
All categoriesor turn TUNE to scroll to a category and
press OK/MENU to select it.
6.
Press OK/MENU to select
Skip all
channels in the category or turn TUNE
to scroll to a channel and press OK/
MENU to select or deselect it. Multiple
channels can be selected.
Unskip all channelsThis removes all channels from the skip list and
makes them available for selection.
Temporary unskip all channelsThis function will temporarily unskip all chan-
nels and make them available for selection. The
channels remain on the skip list and will againbe skipped the next time the ignition is
switched on.
Channel lockAccess to specific channels can be restricted
(locked). A locked channel will not provide
audio, song titles, or artist information.
NOTE
All channels are initially unlocked.
Locking a channel1.
Press OK/MENU.
2.
Scroll to the
Advanced settings menu.
3.
Press OK/MENU and turn TUNE to scroll
to the
Lock options menu and press OK/
MENU.
4. Use the number keys in the central control
panel to enter the channel access code
2
and press OK/MENU.
5.
Press OK/MENU to enter the
Channel
lock list.
6.
Press OK/MENU to select
All categoriesor turn TUNE to scroll to a category and
press OK/MENU to select it.7.
Press OK/MENU to select
Lock all
channels in the category or turn TUNE
to scroll to a channel and press OK/
MENU to select it. Multiple channels can
be selected.
The selected channel is now locked and a
checked box will be displayed to indicate this.
It will be necessary to enter the channel access
code
2 in order to listen to a locked channel.
Unlocking a channel
A channel's access code2 is required to unlock
a channel.
Unlock all channelsThis permanently removes all channels from
the locked list and makes them available for
selection.
Temporarily unlock all channelsThis function will temporarily unlock all chan-
nels and make them available for selection. The
channels remain on the locked list and will
again be locked the next time the ignition is
switched on.
CHANGE CODEThis function makes it possible to change the
channel access code. The default code is
0000.
To change the code:
2The default code is 0000. If you have changed the code and forgotten it, see the section "If you have forgotten the access code."

05 Infotainment
AUX/USB sockets
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227 Connecting external devices
Sockets for auxiliary devices in the storage com-
partment between the front seats
An auxiliary device, such as an iPodŸ or MP3
player can be connected to the audio system
via one of the sockets in the center console
storage compartment. A device connected to
the USB socket can be operated using the
vehicle's infotainment system controls.
There is a notch at the right rear of the center
console for routing wires to external devices.
This notch helps prevent the wires from being
pinched when the cover is closed.
An iPod
Ÿ or an MP3 player with rechargeable
batteries will also be charged if the device isconnected to the USB socket (if the vehicle's
ignition is on or if the engine is running).
To connect a device:
1.
Press MEDIA several times to come to the
desired source (
iPod, USB or AUX).
Release the button and wait for several
seconds or press OK/MENU.
> For example, if a USB device has been
selected, the text
Connect USB will be
displayed.
2. Connect the device to one of the sockets
in the center console storage compartment
(see the illustration).
The text
Reading USB will be displayed while
the system reads the device's folders. This may
take a short time, depending on the folder
structure and the number of files.
When this information has been loaded, track
information will be displayed and a track can
be selected.
Tracks can be selected in two ways:
•Turn TUNE and press OK/MENU
•Use the right or left arrow keys
(
/ ) on the center console control
panel or on the steering wheel keypad
NOTE
•The system supports a number of
iPodŸ models produced in 2005 or later.
•In order to help avoid damage to the
USB socket, it will be switched off if
there is a short circuit or if the con-
nected device uses too much current
(which can happen if the device does
not comply with the USB standard). The
USB socket will reactivate the next time
the ignition is switched on if the problem
no longer exists. If the problem persists,
contact a trained and authorized Volvo
service technician.
MEDIA menu selections can be made from the
center console or the steering wheel keypad.
See page 256 for more information about the
infotainment menu system.
Navigating and playing tracks1
Turn TUNE to access the device's playlist and
to navigate in this list. Press OK/MENU to
either select a sub-folder or confirm a choice
and begin playback. Press EXIT to cancel and
exit the playlist or to go back in the folder struc-
ture. Press and hold EXIT to go to the highest
level in the playlist.
1USB and iPodŸ only

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Method 2: using the cell phone’s menus
1. Activate the hands-free system by briefly
pressing the TEL button in the center con-
sole. If there is a cell phone connected,
disconnect it from the hands-free system.
2. Make the vehicle discoverable via the
Bluetooth
Ÿ function by pressing OK/
MENU and activating the menu selection
Phone settings
Discoverable.
3. Perform a search with the cell phone's
Bluetooth
Ÿ function (see the cell phone's
user's guide if necessary).
4.
Select
My Volvo Car in the list of devices
shown in the cell phone’s display.
5. When prompted, enter a PIN code of your
choice in the cell phone using the cell
phone's keypad. Enter the same PIN code
in the infotainment system using the sys-
tem's keypad in the center console.
6.
Connect to
My Volvo Car from the cell
phone.
The cell phone will be paired (registered) and
will be connected automatically to the infotain-
ment system. For more information on pairing
and connecting a cell phone, see page 237.
Making a call1.
Ensure that is shown at the top of the
center console display and that the hands-
free function is in telephone mode.
2. Dial the desired phone number using the
center console keypad or use the speed
dial function (see page 240). In normal
view (see page 207 for information about
the various display views). It is also possi-
ble to turn TUNE clockwise to access the
phone book and then counter-clockwise
for the call list. See page 237 for more
information about the phone book.
3.
Press OK/MENU
End or reject a call by pressing EXIT.
Disconnecting the cell phoneThe cell phone is automatically disconnected
from the infotainment system if it is moved out
of range.
The cell phone can be manually disconnected
from the hands-free system by pressing and
holding TEL or in phone mode, going to Phone
menu
Disconnect phone. See also page
236 for more information about connections.
The hands-free system is also deactivated
when the ignition is switched off (or if the
driver’s door is opened on vehicles equipped
with the optional keyless drive).When the cell phone is disconnected from the
hands-free system, a call in progress can be
continued using the cell phone’s own speaker
and microphone.
Even if the cell phone has been disconnected
manually, some phones may reconnect auto-
matically to the most recently used hands-free
unit, for example when a new call is initiated.
Handling calls
Incoming calls
Press OK/MENU (or the thumb wheel on
the steering wheel keypad) to answer a
call, even if the infotainment system is cur-
rently in another mode (e.g.,
RADIO orMEDIA).
Press EXIT to reject a call.
Automatic answerThis function means that incoming calls will be
answered automatically. Activate or deactivate
the function in the menu system under Phone
menu
Call optionsAuto answer.
Call settingsWhile a call is in progress, press OK/MENU or
the thumb wheel on the steering wheel keypad
to access the following functions:

05 Infotainment
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)*
05
246* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
CAUTION
When transporting large objects in the rear
seat, be sure that there is adequate space
between the object(s) and the RSE screens
to help avoid scratching or damaging these
screens.
If necessary, cover the screens with a suit-
able material.
NOTE
•The RSE screens and remote control
may not function in very low or very high
cabin temperatures. They will become
operable again after the climate control
system has created a comfortable tem-
perature in the cabin.
•Keep the IR transceivers' lenses clean
by wiping them regularly with a damp
cloth. A dirty lens could affect the func-
tion of the remote control.
Ignition modes and electrical current to
RSE
RSE can be activated with the ignition in
modes I or II (and when the engine is running).
See page 82 for detailed information about the
various ignition modes. If a film is being played,
it will stop momentarily while the engine isbeing started and will resume when the engine
is running.
NOTE
Using RSE for more than approx.
10 minutes when the engine is not running
will drain the vehicle's battery and may
make the engine difficult or impossible to
start.
A message will be displayed on the screen
if the battery's charge level becomes too
low.
Using the system's menusSelections in the RSE menus are made using
the remote control. See page 251 for more
information about the RSE menus.
Remote control
A remote control is included with the RSE sys-
tem, which can be used to control both screens
in the rear seat as well as other infotainment
system functions.
See page 254 for more detailed information
about the remote control.
Cordless headphones
Switch for selecting channel A (CH.A) or
channel B (CH.B)
On/Off button
Volume
On/Off indicator light
Two sets of cordless headphones are included
with the RSE system.
The cordless headphones are activated using
the On/Off button (2). The indicator light (4) will
illuminate when the headphones are on. Select
CH.A (channel A) or CH.B (channel B) with
switch (1). Use control (3) to adjust the volume.

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Driving recommendations
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tributed so that capacity weight or maximum
permissible axle loads are not exceeded.
Driving through water
•The vehicle can be driven through water up
to a depth of approximately 10 in. (25 cm),
at a maximum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h).
•Take particular care when driving through
flowing water.
•Clean the electrical connections for trailer
wiring after driving in mud or water.
•When driving through water, maintain low
speed and do not stop in the water.
WARNING
After driving through water, press lightly on
the brake pedal to ensure that the brakes
are functioning normally. Water or mud can
make the brake linings slippery, resulting in
delayed braking effect.
CAUTION
•Engine damage will occur if water is
drawn into the air cleaner.
•If the vehicle is driven through water
deeper than 10 in (25 cm), water may
enter the differential and the transmis-
sion. This reduces the oil's lubricating
capacity and may shorten the service
life of these components.
•Do not allow the vehicle to stand in
water up to the door sills longer than
absolutely necessary. This could result
in electrical malfunctions.
•If the engine has been stopped while the
vehicle is in water, do not attempt to
restart it. Have the vehicle towed out of
the water.
Engine and cooling systemUnder special conditions, for example when
driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or with
heavy loads, there is a risk that the engine and
cooling system will overheat. Proceed as fol-
lows to avoid overheating the engine.
•Maintain a low speed when driving with a
trailer up long, steep hills.
•Do not turn the engine off immediately
when stopping after a hard drive.
WARNING
The cooling fan may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine
has been switched off.
•Remove any auxiliary lights from in front of
the grille when driving in hot weather con-
ditions.
•Do not exceed engine speeds of 4500 rpm
if driving with a trailer in hilly terrain. The oil
temperature could become too high.
Conserving electrical currentKeep the following in mind to help minimize
battery drain:
•When the engine is not running, avoid
using ignition mode II. Many electrical sys-
tems (the audio system, the optional navi-
gation system, power windows, etc) will
function in ignition modes 0 and I. These
modes reduce drain on the battery.
•Please keep in mind that using systems,
accessories, etc., that consume a great
deal of current when the engine is not run-
ning could result in the battery being com-
pletely drained. Driving or having the
engine running for approximately
15 minutes will help keep the battery
charged.
•The optional 12 volt socket in the cargo
area provides electrical current even with

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Driving recommendations
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the ignition switched off, which drains the
battery.
Before a long distance tripIt is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician before driving long distances.
Your retailer will also be able to supply you with
bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:
•Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.
•Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage.
•Have the transmission oil level checked.
•Check condition of drive belts.
•Check state of the battery's charge.
•Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.
•The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian only.
•Check all lights, including high beams.
•Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
•Have a word with a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician if you intend to
drive in countries where it may be difficult
to obtain the correct fuel.
•Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Cold weather precautionsIf you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:
•Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to
–31 °F (–35 °C). The use of "recycled" anti-
freeze is not approved by Volvo. Different
types of antifreeze must not be mixed.
•Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
•Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this
helps prevent the formation of condensa-
tion in the tank. In addition, in extremely
cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to
add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
•The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par-
ticularly the synthetic type, is recom-mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but
do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving
or in warm weather, see page 357 for more
information on engine oil.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance inter-
vals except at owner request and at addi-
tional charge.
•The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-
ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil
on the battery posts.
•Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving, see
page 300.
•To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from
freezing, add washer solvents containing
antifreeze. This is important since dirt is
often splashed on the windshield during
winter driving, requiring the frequent use of
the washers and wipers. Volvo Washer
Solvent should be diluted as follows: Down
to 14 °F (–10 °C): 1 part washer solvent and