2016 JEEP COMPASS audio

Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to
the vehicle’s iPod/USB/MP3 control system (iPod or
external USB device may take a few minutes to connect),
the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by
pushing radio switches, as described below.
NOTE:If the audio device battery is completely dis-
charged, it may not communicate with the iPod/USB/
MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.
Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod/USB/
MP3 control system may charge it to the required level.
Using This Feature
By using an external USB device to connect to the USB
port:
• The audio device can be played on the vehicle’s sound
system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album,
etc.) information on the radio display. •
The audio device can be controlled using the radio
buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod contents.
• The audio device battery charges when plugged into
the USB/AUX connector (if supported by the specific
audio device).
Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device
Using Radio Buttons
To enter the iPod/USB/MP3 control mode and access a
connected audio device, either push the “AUX” button
on the radio faceplate or push the VR button and say
USB orSwitch to USB. Once in the iPod/USB/MP3
control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio
device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system.
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•Pushing the REPEATbutton will change the audio
device mode to repeat the current playing track or
push the VR button and say Repeat ONorRepeat
Off.
• Push the SCANbutton to use iPod/USB/MP3 device
scan mode, which will play the first ten seconds of
each track in the current list and then forward to the
next song. To stop SCAN mode and start playing the
desired track, when it is playing the track, push the
SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pushing the
<< SEEK andSEEK >> buttons will select the previous
and next tracks.
• RND button (available on sales code RES radio only):
Pushing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and
Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod or external USB
device, or push the VR button and say Shuffle ONor
Shuffle Off. If theRND icon is showing on the radio
display, then the shuffle mode is ON.List Or Browse Mode
During Play mode, pushing any of the buttons described
below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables
scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the
audio device.
TUNE control knob: The TUNEcontrol knob functions in
a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio device
or external USB device.
• Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise
(backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the
track detail on the radio display. Once the track to be
played is highlighted on the radio display, push the
TUNE control knob to select and start playing the
track. Turning the TUNEcontrol knob fast will scroll
through the list faster. During fast scroll, a slight delay
in updating the information on the radio display may
be noticeable.
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During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in
“wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of
the list, just turn the wheel backward (counterclockwise)
to get to the track faster.
In List mode, the radioPRESETbuttons are used as
shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod or external
USB device:
• Preset 1 – Playlists
• Preset 2 – Artists
• Preset 3 – Albums
• Preset 4 – Genres
• Preset 5 – Audiobooks
• Preset 6 – Podcasts
Pushing a PRESET button will display the current list on
the top line and the first item in that list on the second
line. To exit List mode without selecting a track, push the
same
PRESET button again to go back to Play mode.
LIST button: The LISTbutton will display the top level
menu of the iPod or external USB device.
• Turn the TUNEcontrol knob to list the top-menu item
to be selected and push the TUNEcontrol knob. This
will display the next sub-menu list item on the audio
device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired
track in that list. Not all iPod or external USB device
sub-menu levels are available on this system.
MUSIC TYPE button: TheMUSIC TYPE button is
another shortcut button to the genre listing on your audio
device.
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CAUTION!
•Leaving the iPod or external USB device (or any
supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex-
treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam-
age the device. Follow the device manufacturer ’s
guidelines.
• Placing items on the iPod or external USB device,
or connections to the iPod or external USB device
in the vehicle, can cause damage to the device
and/or to the connectors.
WARNING!
Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external USB
device while driving. Failure to follow this warning
could result in an accident.
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the
Uconnect phone system.
Refer to the Uconnect Radio Supplement for further
information on Bluetooth connectivity.
Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons
To enter BTSA mode, push either “AUX” button on the
radio or push the VR
button and say “Bluetooth
Streaming Audio.”
Play Mode
When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can
start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but
some devices require the music to be initiated on the
device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect
phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the
Uconnect phone system, but just one can be selected and
played.
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Selecting A Different Audio Device
1. Push the Phonebutton to begin.
2. After theReadyprompt and following the beep, say
Setup, then say Select Audio Devices.
3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the Uconnect phone system to list the audio devices.
Next Track
Use the SEEK UP button, or push the VRbutton on
the radio and say “Next Track,” to jump to the next
music track on your cellular phone.
Previous Track
Use the SEEK DOWN button, or push the VRbutton
on the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the
previous music track on your cellular phone. Browse
Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth Streaming
Audio (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is
playing will display info.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.4
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Instrument Cluster..................229, 230, 244
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............217
Instrument Panel Cover .....................527
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............528
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............530
Interior Appearance Care ....................526
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............172
Introduction ..............................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio .............147, 314
Jacking Instructions ....................... .458
Jack Location ........................... .457
Jack Operation ....................... .456, 458
Jump Starting ........................... .477
Key-In Reminder ..........................14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) .................20
Key, Programming .........................17 Key, Replacement
..........................16
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................15
Lane Change And Turn Signals ...............537
Lane Change Assist ....................... .167
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................44
Latches ............................... .101
Hood ............................... .162
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .426
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .101
Life Of Tires ............................ .412
Liftgate (Sedan) ...........................39
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............207
Light Bulbs ......................... .101, 535
Lights ............................. .101, 164
AirBag .........................72, 99, 225
Back-Up ............................. .537
Brake Assist Warning ....................387
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Snow Tires............................. .407
Spare Tire .....................408, 409, 410, 457
Spark Plugs ............................ .539
Speed Control Accel/Decel .......................... .178
Cancel .............................. .177
Resume ............................. .177
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................175
Starting ............................... .337
Automatic Transmission ..................338
Cold Weather ......................... .339
Engine Fails To Start .....................339
Manual Transmission ....................337
Remote ...............................26
Starting Procedures ....................... .337
Steering Power ........................... .371, 372
Tilt Column .......................... .174
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............315Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .315
Storage
............................... .535
Storage Bin ............................. .200
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .329
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .482
Sun Roof .............................. .191
Sun Visor Extension ........................111
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........61
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .499
System, Remote Starting .....................26
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........323
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ....................205
Tilt Down .............................. .151
Up ................................ .151
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .174
Tire And Loading Information Placard .......397, 398
Tire Markings ........................... .391
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