2013 FORD E SERIES audio

Lighting 68
Lighting control.......................................68
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................69
Daytime running lamps..................................69
Turn signal control.....................................69
Interior lamps........................................70
Windows and Mirrors 71
Power windows.......................................71
Exteriormirrors.......................................72
Interiormirrors .......................................75
Sunvisors ...........................................75
Instrument Cluster 76
Gauges.............................................76
Warning lamps and indicators.............................77
Audible warnings and indicators...........................81
Information Displays 82
Controls.............................................82
Information messages...................................86
Audio System 89
AM/FMstereo ........................................91
AM/FM/CD with SYNC..................................92
Auxiliary input jack....................................94
USB port............................................95
Satellite radio information................................96
Climate Control 99
Manual heating and air conditioning........................99
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GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors
AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:
AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz
FM: 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
Radio reception factors
Distance/StrengthThe further you travel from an FM station,
the weaker the signal and the weaker the
reception.
TerrainHills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges,
tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages,
dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can
interfere with your reception.
Station OverloadWhen you pass a ground-based broadcast
repeating tower, a stronger signal may
overtake a weaker one and result in the audio
system muting.
CD/CD Player Information
Note:CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 inch (12
centimeter) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,
certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function
correctly when used in Ford CD players.
Note:CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be
inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to
become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified
with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint
pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further
information.
Note:Do not use any irregularly shaped discs or discs with a scratch
protection film attached.
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Always handle discs by their edges only. Clean the disc with an approved
CD cleaner only, wiping from the center of the disc toward the edge. Do
not clean in a circular motion.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended
periods of time.
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
Audio systems capable of recognizing and playing MP3 individual tracks
and folder structures work as follows:
•There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track
mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode.
•MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The
player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file
extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255.Note:The maximum
number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure
of the CD and exact model of radio present.
•MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level
of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted
by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from
F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255.
•Creating discs with only one level of folders helps with navigation
through the disc files.
If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand
how the system reads the structures you create. While various files may
be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the
.mp3 extension are played; other files are ignored by the system. This
enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work
computer, home computer and your in-vehicle system.
In track mode, the system displays and plays the structure as if it were
only one level deep (all .mp3 files are played, regardless of being in a
specific folder). In folder mode, the system only plays the .mp3 files in
the current folder.
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AM/FM
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation
of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device
while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
A.CLK:Switch between clock and radio frequency. To set the time:
1. Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash.
2. Press the up, down, left or right arrow buttons to adjust the hours.
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to set the minutes.
3. Press CLK again to exit clock-setting mode.
B.Tune:Manually search the frequency band. Press and hold for a fast
search. In AUDIO mode, press to adjust various settings.
C.AUDIO:Adjust the sound settings for Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade.
D.SEEK:Access the previous or next strong station on the frequency band.
E.Memory presets:Store your favorite stations for later access. When
tuned to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
F.AM/FM:Select a frequency band and access the auxiliary input jack.
G.VOL-PUSH:Press the power control to turn the system on and off.
Turn to adjust the volume.
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AM/FM/CD WITH SYNC
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation
of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device
while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
A.Eject:Eject a CD.
B.CD slot:Insert a CD.
C.Tune:Manually search the frequency band. Press and hold for a fast
search.
D.Phone:Access the phone features of the SYNCsystem. See the
SYNCchapter for more information.
E.MENU:Access audio system functions, such as adjusting the sound
settings for Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade.
•Set the time by pressing MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES
appears and using the arrow buttons to adjust the time.
•Set the strongest stations on the radio frequency by pressing MENU
until AUTOSET appears. AUTOSET does not override your original
presets.
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•SPEEDVOL (speed compensated volume) allows you to adjust radio
volume to compensate for noise levels when vehicle speed increases.
•Track/Folder is only available on MP3 files when in CD mode. In track
mode, pressing the SEEK arrows allows you to scroll through all the
tracks on the disc. In folder mode, pressing the SEEK arrows allows
you to scroll through all the tracks within the selected folder. Press
FOLDER arrow buttons to access other folders.
•COMPRESS (compression) is only available in CD/MP3 mode. Use the
SEEK buttons and up and down arrow buttons to switch it on and
off. Switching compression on brings the soft and loud passages
together for a more consistent listening level.
F.AUX:Access the media features of the SYNCsystem. See theSYNC
chapter for more information.
G.SEEK:
•In radio mode, select a frequency band and press the SEEK button.
The system stops at the first station it finds up the band.
•In CD/MP3 mode, press to select the next track or press and hold to
advance within the same track.
H.Play/Pause/OK:
•
Play/Pause allows you to play or pause a track when listening to a CD.
•OK allows you to confirm commands with phone and media features of
the SYNC system. See theSYNCchapter for more information.
I.SHUFFLE:Play music on the selected CD or MP3 folder in random order.
J.Folder:Access the next folder on an MP3 disc.
K.Folder:Access the previous folder on an MP3 disc.
L.FF:Manually fast forward in a CD track or MP3 file.
M.REW:Manually rewind in a CD track or MP3 file.
N.Memory presets:Store your favorite stations for later access. When
tuned to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
O.TEXT/SCAN:
•In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold to hear a brief sampling
of radio stations, CD tracks or MP3 files.
•In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name
and disc title.
Note:In text mode, sometimes the display requires additional text to be
displayed. When the > or < indicator is present, press the SEEK arrows
to view the additional text.
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P.AM/FM:Select a frequency band.
Q.VOL-PUSH:Press the power control to turn the system on and off.
Turn to adjust the volume.
R.CD:Enter CD/MP3 mode.
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation
of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device
while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
WARNING:For safety reasons, do not connect or adjust the
settings on your portable music player while the vehicle is moving.
WARNING:Store the portable music player in a secure location,
such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is
in motion. Hard objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden
stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury. The audio extension
cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be
safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.
The auxiliary input jack (AIJ) allows
you to connect and play music from
your portable music player through
the vehicle speakers. You can use
any portable music player designed
for use with headphones. Your audio
extension cable must have male
18-inch (3.5 millimeter) connectors
at each end.
1. Make sure the vehicle, radio and portable music player are turned off
and the transmission is in positionP.
2. Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the AIJ.
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3. Turn on the radio. Select either a tuned FM station or a CD.
4. Adjust the volume as desired.
5. Turn on your portable music player and adjust its volume to
12the
maximum.
6. Press AUX until LINE or LINE IN appears in the display. You should
hear music from your device even if it is low.
7. Adjust the volume on your portable music player until it reaches the
volume level of the FM station or CD. Do this by switching back and
forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls.
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take
your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation
of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device
while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws
that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
The USB port allows you to plug in
media playing devices, memory
sticks and charge devices (if
supported). See theSYNCchapter
for more information.
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