2013 FORD FOCUS Radio

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 in
(12 cm) 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 STEREO or AM/FM STEREO CD
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.
Note:Your audio system can operate for up to one hour after the
ignition is turned off. Press the ON/OFF control to operate the system
with the ignition turned off. The system automatically turns off after one
hour.
A.Eject:Ejects a CD.
B.Cursor arrows:Scroll through on-screen audio system choices.
C.CD slot:Insert a CD.
D.OK:Confirm on-screen selections after pressing MENU.
E.INFO:Press to access any available radio or CD information.
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F.SOUND:
•Press to access Treble, Bass, Middle, Fade (if equipped) and Balance
menu options.
•Use the up and down arrow buttons to see the various options. When
you make your selection, press the left and right arrow buttons to
increase or decrease the levels. Press OK to set or press MENU to
exit.
•Sound settings can be set for each audio source independently.
G.Memory presets:Store your favorite stations for later access. When
tuned to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
H.SEEK:
•Press and release to go to the next track or preset radio station.
•Press and hold to fast forward through the current track or to the
next strong radio station (manually advances between station presets
or through radio stations).
I.ON/OFF:
•Press the power control to turn the system on and off.
•Turn to adjust the volume.
J.SEEK:
•Press and release to go to the previous track or preset radio station.
•Press and hold to reverse through the current track or to the
previous strong radio station (manually reverses between station
presets or through radio stations).
K.MENU:Access different audio system features. SeeMenu structure
information later in this section.
L.AUX:Press to access LINE IN (auxiliary input jack) mode.
M.SIRIUS:Press repeatedly to access SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 satellite
radio modes (if equipped).
N.RADIO:Access different radio features. SeeMenu structure
information later in this section.
O.CD:Access different CD features. SeeMenu structureinformation
later in this section.
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A.Eject:Eject the CD.
B.Cursor arrows:Scroll through on-screen choices.
C.CD slot:Insert a CD.
D.OK:Confirm on-screen selections after pressing MENU.
E.Clock:Set the time:
1. Press the H or M buttons on the outside of the display.
2. Press the H or M buttons repeatedly until the desired time appears.
3. Press OK to confirm the time.
•The clock can also be set by pressing the MENU button and scrolling
to the clock settings menu.
F.INFO:Access any available radio or CD information.
G.SOUND:Adjust the sound settings for Bass, Treble, Balance and
Fade.
H.Number block:
•In radio mode, store your favorite stations for later access. When
tuned to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound
returns.
•In CD mode, select a track.
•In phone mode, enter a phone number.
I.Function Button 4:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
J.Function Button 3:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
K.SEEK:
•In radio mode, select a frequency band and press the SEEK button.
The system stops at the first next station it finds up the band.
•In CD mode, press to select the next track or press and hold to
advance within the same track.
L.ON/OFF:
•Press the power control to turn the system on and off.
•Turn to adjust the volume.
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M.SEEK:
•In radio mode, select a frequency band and press the SEEK button.
The system stops at the first next station it finds down the band.
•In CD mode, select the previous track or press and hold to rewind
within the same track.
N.Function Button 2:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
O.Function Button 1:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
P.MENU:Access different audio system features. SeeMenu structure
later in this section.
Q.PHONE:Access the phone features of the SYNCsystem. See the
SYNCchapter for more information.
R.AUX:Access the media features of the SYNCsystem. See the
SYNCchapter for more information.
S.RADIO:Access different radio features. SeeMenu structurelater in
this section.
T.CD:Access different CD features. SeeMenu structurelater in this
section.
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AM/FM/CD/SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO 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.
Note:Your audio system can operate for up to one hour after the ignition
is turned off. Press the ON/OFF control to operate the system with the
ignition turned off. The system automatically turns off after one hour.
Note:Some features, such as SIRIUS satellite radio, may not be available
in your location. Check with your authorized dealer.
A.Eject:Eject the CD.
B.Cursor arrows:Scroll through on-screen choices.
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C.CD slot:Insert a CD.
D.OK:Confirm on-screen selections after pressing MENU.
E.INFO:Access any available radio or CD information.
F.MENU:Access different audio system features. SeeMenu structure
information later in this section.
G.Sound:Adjust the sound settings for Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade.
H.Number block:
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In radio mode, store your favorite stations for later access. When tuned
to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
•In CD mode, select a track.
•In phone mode, enter a phone number.
•The clock function does not work with this button. Press the MENU
button and scroll to the clock settings menu.
I.Function Button 4:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
J.Function Button 3:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
K.SEEK:
•Press and release to go to the next track or preset radio station.
•Press and hold to fast forward through the current track or to the
next strong radio station (manually advances between station presets
or through radio stations).
L.ON/OFF:
•Press the power control to turn the system on and off.
•Turn to adjust the volume.
M.SEEK:
•Press and release to go to the previous track or preset radio station.
•Press and hold to reverse through the current track or to the
previous strong radio station (manually reverse between station
presets or through radio stations).
N.Function Button 2:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
O.Function Button 1:Select different functions of the audio system
depending on which mode (i.e., radio or CD) you are in.
P.PHONE:Access the phone features of the SYNCsystem. See the
SYNCchapter for more information.
Q.AUX:Access the media features of the SYNCsystem. See the
SYNCchapter for more information.
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