YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM
1. Uconnect® Voice Command Button pg. 58
2. Uconnect® Phone Button pg. 54
3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 47
4. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 47
5. Microphone (located on top of rear view mirror)
6. Volume Knob/Audio Power Button
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STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel.
Left Switch
• Press the switch up or down to search for thenext listenable station or select the next or
previous CD track.
• Press the button in the center to select the next preset station (radio) or to change CDs
if equipped with a CD Changer.
Right Switch
• Press the switch up or down to increase ordecrease the volume.
• Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.
SETTING THE ANALOG CLOCK
• To set the analog clock at the top center of the instrument panel, press and hold the button until the setting is correct.
Setting The Analog Clock
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PLAYING iPod/USB/MP3 DEVICES
• There are many ways to play music from iPod®/MP3 players or USB devices through yourvehicle's sound system.
1. Audio Jack
• The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s sound system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to
amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
• Touching the Player soft-key then choosing the AUX source soft-key will change the mode to auxiliary device if the Audio Jack is connected, allowing the music from your portable device
to be heard through the vehicle's speakers. In order activate the AUX, plug in the audio jack.
• The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device.
• To route the audio cable out of the center console, use the access cut out in the front of the console.
2. USB Port
• Connect your iPod® or compatible device using a USB cable into the USB Port. USB Memory sticks with audio files can also be used. Then, audio from the device can be played on the
vehicles sound system while providing metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) information on
the radio display.
• When connected, the iPod®/compatible USB device can be controlled using the radio or Steering Wheel Audio Controls to play, skip to the next or previous track, browse, and list the
contents.
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•The iPod® battery charges when plugged into the USB port (if supported by the specific device).
• To route the USB/iPod® cable out of the center console, use the access cut out in the front ofthe console.
NOTE:
When connecting your iPod® device for the first time, the system may take several minutes to
read your music, depending on the number of files. For example, the system will take approxi-
mately five minutes for every 1000 songs loaded on the device. Also during the reading process,
the Shuffle and Browse functions will be disabled. This process is needed to ensure the full use of
your iPod® features and only happens the first time it is connected. After the first time, the
reading process of your iPod® will take considerably less time unless changes are made or new
songs are added to the playlist.
• The USB port supports certain Mini, Classic, Nano, Touch, and iPhone® devices. The USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class memory
devices. Some iPod® software versions may not fully support the USB port features. Please visit
Apple’s website for iPod® software updates.
3. SD Card
• Play songs stored on an SD card inserted into the SD card slot.
• Song playback can be controlled using the radio or Steering Wheel Audio Controls to play, skip to the next or previous track, browse, and list the contents.
4. Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
• If equipped with Uconnect® Voice Command, your Bluetooth-equipped iPod® devices, cell phones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's sound
system. Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your
Uconnect® system (see Uconnect® Phone for pairing instructions). You can access the music
from your connected Bluetooth® device by touching the Source soft-key while in Player mode.
Uconnect® PHONE (Bluetooth® HANDS FREE
CALLING)
• If the Uconnect® Phone Buttonexists on your steering wheel, then you have the
Uconnect® Phone features.
• The Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications system with Voice Command Capability (see Voice Command section).
• The Uconnect® Phone allows you to dial a phone number with your mobile phone using simple voice commands or using screen soft-keys.
• Refer to the Understand The Features Of Your Vehicle section of your vehicle's Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
NOTE:
The Uconnect® Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. For Uconnect® customer support, call 1–877–855–8400 or
visit www.UconnectPhone.com. Canadian Residents: call 1–800–465–2001 (English) or
1–800–387–9983 (French).
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Pairing A Phone
• To use the Uconnect® Phone feature, you must first pair your Bluetooth® phone with theUconnect® system.
Start Pairing Procedure On The Radio
• Touch the Phone soft-key and then the Settings soft-key. Next, touch Add Device.
• Uconnect® Phone will display an “In prog- ress” screen while the system is connecting.
Start Pairing Procedure On Mobile Phone
•
Search for available devices on your
Bluetooth® enabled mobile phone. This is
usually within Settings or Options under
“Bluetooth”. See your mobile phone’s manual
for details.
• When your phone finds the system, select “Uconnect” as the paired device.
Complete The Pairing Procedure
•
When prompted on the phone, enter the
4-digit PIN number shown on the Uconnect®
touchscreen.
• If your phone asks you to accept a connec- tion request from Uconnect, select “Yes”.
If available, check the box telling it not to ask
again – that way your phone will automati-
cally connect each time you start the vehicle.
Select The Mobile Phone's Priority Level
• When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite phone. Selecting Yes will make this phone the highest
priority. This phone will take precedence over other paired phones within range. Only one
phone can be paired at a time.
• You are now ready to make hands-free calls. Press the Uconnect® Phone button on your steering wheel to begin.
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Common Phone Commands (Examples)
• “Call John Smith”
• “Call John Smith mobile”
• “Dial 1 248 555 1212”
• “Call Emergency”
• “Call Towing Assistance”
• “Redial”
Phonebook
• Uconnect® radios will automatically download your phonebook from your paired phone, if thisfeature is supported by your phone. Entries are updated each time that the phone is
connected. If your phone book entries do not appear, check the settings on your phone. Some
phones require you to enable this feature manually.
• Your phonebook can be browsed on your radio screen, but editing can only be done on your phone. To browse, touch the “Phone” soft-key, then the “Phonebook” soft-key.
• Favorite phonebook entries can be saved as Favorites for quicker access. Favorites are shown at the top of your main phone screen.
Voice Command Tips (8.4A And 8.4AN Only)
• Using complete names (i.e; Call John Doe vs. Call John) will result in greater system accuracy.
•
You can “chain” commands together for faster results. Say “Call John Doe, mobile”, for example.
• If you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to listen to the entirelist. When you hear the command that you need, press the
button on the steering
wheel, wait for the beep and say your command.
Changing The Volume
• Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button, then say a command for example -
"Help."
• Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Uconnect® system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for Uconnect® is
different than the audio system.
NOTE:
To access help, press the Uconnect® Phone
button on the steering wheel and say "help."
Touch the display or push either
orbutton and say "cancel" to cancel the help
session.
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Voice Text Reply
• Uconnect® Phone can read or send new text messages on your mobile phone.
• Your mobile phone must support Voice Text Reply over Bluetooth® to use this feature. If theUconnect® Phone determines your mobile phone is not compatible with Voice Text Reply
messaging over Bluetooth®, the “Messaging” button will be greyed out and the feature will not
be available for use.
NOTE:
•
For mobile phone compatibility and pairing instructions, please visit www.UconnectPhone.com
• Uconnect® Phone Voice Text Reply is only available when the vehicle is not moving.
WARNING!
• Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following applicable laws regarding phone use. Your attention should be focused on safely operating
the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others to be severely
injured or killed.
• In an emergency, to use Uconnect® Phone, your mobile phone must be:
• turned on,
• paired to Uconnect® Phone,
• and have network coverage.
Uconnect® VOICE COMMAND (8.4 & 8.4N ONLY)
• If the Uconnect® Voice Commandbutton exists on your steering wheel, then you
have the Voice Command feature.
• The Voice Command feature lets you keep your hands on the steering wheel, and your eyes on the road.
• When you press the Voice Command button
located on the radio faceplate or
steering wheel, you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. If you do not
know what commands to say, you can say "help" and the system will provide options to you.
If you ever wish to interrupt the system while it lists options, press the Voice Command button
, listen for the BEEP, and say your command.
• You can “chain” commands together for faster results. Say “Play the artist Scott Joplin”, for example.
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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC)
The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing
the controls on the left side of the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information
and Personal Settings. For additional information, refer to “Programmable Features” located in
this guide.
• Press and release the UP
button to
scroll upward through the main menus
(Fuel Economy, Vehicle Info, Tire PSI,
Cruise, Messages, Trip Info, Vehicle Speed
and Turn Menu Off ) and sub menus.
• Press and release the DOWN
button
to scroll downward through the main menus
and sub menus.
• Press and release the SELECT
button
for access to main menus, sub menus or to
select a personal setting in the setup menu.
Press and hold the SELECT button for two seconds to reset features.
• Press the BACK button to scroll back to a previous menu or sub menu.
Compass Calibration
• This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the
compass is calibrated.
• You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the EVIC turns
off. The compass will now function normally.
ECO
The ECO message will appear in your EVIC display whenever you are driving in a fuel efficient
manner.
This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be
used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
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