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Potential Satellite Radio Reception Issues
Station overloadWhen you pass a ground-based broadcast
repeating tower, a stronger signal may
overtake a weaker one and the audio system
may mute.
Satellite radio signal
interferenceYour display may show ACQUIRING...to
indicate the interference and the audio
system may mute.
SIRIUS Troubleshooting Tips
Radio Display Condition Possible Action
Acquiring... Radio requires more
than two seconds to
produce audio for the
selected channel.None. This message
should disappear
shortly.
Sat Fault/SIRIUS
system failure.Internal module or
system failure present.If this message does
not clear shortly, or
with an ignition key
cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See
your authorized dealer
for service.
Invalid Channel. Channel no longer
available.Tune to another
channel or choose
another preset.
Unsubscribed Channel. Subscription not
available for this
channel.Contact SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474 to
subscribe to the
channel, or tune to
another channel.
No Signal. Loss of signal from the
SIRIUS satellite or
SIRIUS tower to the
vehicle antenna.The signal is currently
being blocked. When
you move into an open
area, the signal should
return.
Updating. Update of channel
programming in
progress.None. The process
may take up to three
minutes.
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SIRIUS Troubleshooting Tips
Radio Display Condition Possible Action
Call SIRIUS
1–888–539–7474.Satellite service has
been deactivated by
SIRIUS Satellite Radio.Call SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474 to
reactivate or resolve
subscription issues.
No Channels Available. All the channels in the
selected category are
locked or skipped.Unlock or unskip the
channels using the
channel guide.
Subscription Updated. SIRIUS has updated
the channels available
for your vehicle.None.
CD
Press the lower left corner of the touchscreen, then select the
CD tab.
When you select: You can:
RepeatChoose to repeat the currently playing track,
all tracks on the disc or turn the feature off if
already on.
ShufflePlay the tracks or entire albums in random
order, or turn the feature off if already on.
ScanHear a brief sampling of all available tracks.
More InfoSee disc information.
Options Sound:Adjust Bass, Treble, Midrange,
Balance and Fade, THX Deep Note Demo (if
equipped), DSP (if equipped), Occupancy
Mode (if equipped), and Speed Compensated
Volume settings.
Compression:Turn the compression feature
on and off.
BrowseLook through all available audio sources.
You can also advance and reverse the current track or current folder (if
applicable).
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USB Port
The ports are located either in the center
console or behind a small access door in the
instrument panel. To access and play music
from your device, press the lower left corner
of the touchscreen.
This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks,
flash drives, thumb drives, and also charge devices if they support this
feature.
In order to playback video from your iPodor iPhone(if compatible),
you MUST have a special combination USB/RCA composite video cable
(available for purchase from Apple). When the cable is connected to
your iPodor iPhone, plug the other end into both the RCA jacks and
the USB port.
Playing Music from Your Device
Insert your device and select the USB or SD Card tab once the system
recognizes it. You can then select from the following options:
When you select: You can:
RepeatRepeat the currently playing song or album.
ShufflePlay music on the selected album or folder in
random order.
Similar MusicChoose music similar to that which is
currently playing.
More InfoDisplays information, such as current track,
artist name, album and genre.
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When you select: You can:
Options Sound Settingsallows you to adjust Bass,
Midrange, Treble, Balance and Fade, THX
Deep Note Demo (if equipped), DSP (if
equipped), Occupancy Mode (if equipped),
and Speed Compensated Volume.
Media Player Settingsallows you to select
more settings, which can be found under
Settingslater in this chapter.
Device Informationdisplays software and
firmware information about the currently
connected media device.
Update Media Indexindexes the device
each time it is connected to make sure you
have the latest voice commands available for
all media on the device.
BrowseBrowse the contents of the device. It also
allows you to search by genre, artist, album,
etc.
To view song information, such as Title, Artist, File, Folder, Album, and
Genre, touch the on-screen album art.
You can also pressWhat’s Playing?to hear how the system pronounces
the current band and song. This can be helpful when using voice
commands to make sure the system correctly plays your request.
SD Card and USB Voice Commands
If you are listening to a USB device or an SD card, press the
voice button on the steering wheel control. When prompted, say
any of the commands in the following chart.
If you are not listening to a USB device or an SD card, press the voice
button and, after the tone, say “USB” or “SD card”, then any of the
commands in the following chart.
“USB” or “SD CARD”
“Browse”*“Play podcast episode ”
“Next” “Play similar music”
“Pause” “Play song ”
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3. When prompted on your phone’s display, enter the six-digit PIN
provided by SYNC in the radio display. The display indicates when
the pairing is successful.
4. The system asks you if you want to download your phone book.
Depending on your phone’s capability, you may be prompted with
additional options. For more information on your phone’s capability, see
your phone’s user guide and visit the website.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Make sure the vehicle ignition and radio are turned on and that
the transmission is in positionP.
1. Press the phone corner of the touchscreen > Settings > Phone > BT
Devices > Add Device.
2. Make sure that Bluetooth is set to ON and that your cellular phone is
in the proper mode. See your phone’s user guide if necessary.
3. When prompted on your phone’s display, enter the six-digit PIN
provided by SYNC on the screen. The display indicates when the
pairing is successful.
4. The system asks you if you want to download your phone book.
Depending on your phone’s capability, you may be prompted with
additional options. For more information on your phone’s capability, see
your phone’s user guide and visit the website.
Making Calls
Press the voice button. When prompted, say “Call ” or
say “Dial”, then the desired number.
To end the call or exit phone mode, press and hold the phone
button.
Receiving Calls
During an incoming call, an audible tone sounds. Call information
appears in the display if it is available.
Accept the call by pressing Accept on the touchscreen or by
pressing the phone button on your steering wheel control.
Reject the call by pressing Reject on the touchscreen or by
pressing and holding the phone button on your steering wheel control.
Ignore the call by doing nothing. SYNC logs it as a missed call.
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When you select: You can:
MessagingSend text messages using your touchscreen.
SeeText messaginglater in this section.
SettingsAccess various phone settings, such turning
Bluetooth on and off, managing your
phonebook and more. SeePhone settings
later in this section.
Text Messaging
Note:Downloading and sending text messages using Bluetooth are
phone-dependent features.
Note:Certain features in text messaging are speed-dependent and cannot
be completed when the vehicle is traveling at speeds over 5 mph (8 km/h).
Note:SYNC does not download read text messages from your phone.
You can send and receive text messages using Bluetooth, read them
aloud and translate text messaging acronyms, such as LOL.
1. Touch the top left corner of the display to access the Phone menu.
2. Select Messaging.
3. Choose from the following:
•Listen (speaker icon)
•Dial
•Send Text
•View
•Delete.
Composing a Text Message
Note:This is a speed-dependent feature and cannot be completed when
the vehicle is traveling at speeds over 5 mph (8 km/h).
Note:Downloading and sending text messages using Bluetooth are
phone-dependent features.
1. Touch the top left corner of the display to access the Phone menu.
2. Press Messaging > Send Text.
3. Enter a phone number or choose from your phone book.
4. You can select from the following options:
•Sendsends the message as it is.
•Edit Textallows you to customize the pre-defined message or
create a message on your own.
You can then preview the message and verify the recipient as well as
update the message list and send it to a connected device (i.e., USB drive).
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Pre-defined Text Message Options
I’ll call you back in a few minutes.
I just left, I’ll be there soon.
Can you give me a call?
I’m on my way.
I’m running a few minutes late.
I’m ahead of schedule, so I’ll be there early.
I’m outside.
I’ll call you when I get there.
OK
Ye s
No
Thanks
Stuck in traffic.
Call me later.
LOL
Receiving a Text Message
Note:If you select View and your vehicle is traveling over 5 mph
(8 km/h), the system offers to read the message to you instead of
allowing you to view it while driving.
When a new message arrives, an audible tone sounds and the screen
displays a pop-up with the caller name and ID, if supported by your
phone. You can press:
•Vi e wto view the text message.
•Listenfor SYNC to read the message to you.
•Dialto call the contact.
•Ignoreto exit the screen.
Phone Settings
Press Phone > Settings, then select from the following settings:
If you select: You can:
Bluetooth DevicesConnect, disconnect, add or delete a device,
as well as save it as a favorite.
BluetoothTurn Bluetooth on or off.
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If your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation:
•Turn-by-turn directions appear in the right vehicle information
display, in the status bar of your touchscreen system and also on the
SYNC Services screen. You also receive driving instructions from
audible prompts.
•When on an active route, you can select Route Summary or Route
Status using the touchscreen controls or voice commands to view the
Route summary turn list or the Route Status ETA. You can also turn
voice guidance on or off, cancel the route or update the route.
If you miss a turn, SYNC automatically asks if you want the route
updated. Just say, “Yes” when prompted and a new route is delivered to
your vehicle.
If your vehicle is equipped with Navigation, SYNC Services downloads
your requested destination to the navigation system. The navigation
system then calculates the route and provides driving instructions. See
theNavigation systemsection for more information.
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
1. Press and hold the phone button on the steering wheel.
2. Say “Goodbye” from the SYNC Services main menu.
SYNC Services Quick Tips
PersonalizingYou can personalize your Services feature to
provide quicker access to your most used or
favorite information. You can save address
points, such as work or home. You can also
save favorite information like sports teams,
such as Detroit Lions, or a news category. To
learn more, log onto www.SYNCMyRide.com.
Push to interruptPress the voice button at any time (while you
are connected to SYNC TDI Services) to
interrupt a voice prompt or an audio clip
(such as a sports report) and say your voice
command.
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