2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE steering

Browse
• Press the “Browse” button on the touchscreen to scroll through and select adesired track on the Disc. Press the “Exit” button on the touchscreen if you wish
to cancel the browse function.
USB/Audio Jack (AUX)/Bluetooth Operation
To select a specific audio source, push the MEDIA button on the radio faceplate. To
allow music to play from your portable device through the vehicle’s speakers, press
the “Source” button on the touchscreen then select one of the following modes:
USB/iPod
• USB/iPod Mode is entered by either inserting a USB Jump Drive or iPod cable intothe USB port or by pushing the MEDIA button on the radio faceplate.
Audio Jack (AUX)
• The AUX allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable,
to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
• The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons, not the buttons on the radio. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable
device.
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.
Bluetooth
• If using a Bluetooth - equipped device, you may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's sound system.
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Get Started
1. VisitUconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to
find phone pairing instructions.
2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone button, wait until afterthe beep, then say your Voice Command.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone button and saying a Voice Command from current category.
All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your
steering wheel.
Uconnect VR/Phone Buttons
1 — Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call, Send Or Receive A Text
2 — Push To Begin Radio Or Media Functions
3 — Push To End Call
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USB Port
• Connect your compatible device using a USB cable into the USB Port. USBMemory sticks with audio files can also be used. 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 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.
• The battery charges when plugged into the USB port (if supported by the specific device).
• To route the USB cable out of the center console, use the access cut out.
NOTE:
When connecting your 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 approximately five minutes for every 1,000 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 features and only happens the first
time it is connected. After the first time, the reading process of your device will take
considerably less time unless changes are made or new songs are added to the
playlist.
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.
Bluetooth Streaming Audio
• If using a Bluetooth equipped device you may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's sound system. Your connected device must be Bluetooth compatible and
paired with your system (see Uconnect Phone for pairing instructions). You can
access the music from your connected Bluetooth device by pressing the Bluetooth
button on the touchscreen while in Media mode.
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Finding A Place By Spelling The Name
• From the Main Navigation Menu press the “Where to?” button on the touchscreen,press the “Points of Interest” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Spell
Name” button on the touchscreen.
• Enter the name of your destination.
• Press the “List” button on the touchscreen.
• Select your destination and press the “Yes” button on the touchscreen.
One-Step Voice Destination Entry
• Enter a navigation destination without taking your hands off the wheel.
• Just push the Uconnect Voice Command
button on the steering wheel, wait
for the beep and say something like, "Find Address 800 Chrysler Drive Auburn Hills
MI."
NOTE:
Destination entry is not available while your vehicle is in motion. However, you can
also use Voice Commands to enter an address while moving. Refer to Common
Navigation Voice Commands in the Uconnect Voice Command section.
Setting Your Home Location
• Press the “Nav” button on the touchscreen in the menu bar to access the Navigation system and the Main Navigation menu.
• Press the “Where To?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Go Home” button on the touchscreen.
• You may enter your address directly, use your current location as your home address, or choose from recently found locations.
• To delete your Home location (or other saved locations) so you can save a new Home location, press the “Where To?” button on the touchscreen from the Main
Navigation menu, then press the “Go Home” button on the touchscreen, and in the
Yes screen press the “Options” button on the touchscreen. In the Options menu
press the “Clear Home” button on the touchscreen. Set a new Home location by
following the previous instructions.
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Get Started
1. VisitUconnectPhone.com to check device and feature compatibility and to find
device pairing instructions.
2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone button, wait until afterthe beep, then say your Voice Command.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone button and saying a Voice Command from current category.
All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your
steering wheel.
1. Uconnect Phone Button
, Push to initiate, answer, or end a phone call, send
or receive a text.
Uconnect VR And Phone Buttons
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Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped
Siri lets you use your voice to send text messages, select media, place phone calls
and much more. Siri uses your natural language to understand what you mean and
will respond back to confirm your requests. The system is designed to keep your eyes
on the road and your hands on the wheel by letting Siri help you perform useful tasks.
To enable Siri push and hold, then release the Uconnect Voice Recognition (VR)
button on the steering wheel. After you hear a double beep you can ask Siri to play
podcasts and music, get directions, read text messages and many other useful
requests.
Siri Eyes Free Available
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2. Push and Hold, then release theUconnect Voice Recognition (VR) but-
ton
on the steering wheel. After
you hear the familiar Siri "double
beep," say a command.
NOTE:
A push and release of the
button
will start normal embedded VR functions.
The push and hold, then release of the
button will start Siri functions.
3. After the double beep, begin speaking to Siri. Examples of Siri commands and questions:
• "Play Rolling Stones"
• "Send text message to John"
• "Read text message from Sarah"
• "Take me to the nearest coffee shop"
NOTE: • Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead to ensureyour command is understood.
• Siri is available on iPhone 4S and later.
VR/Siri Button
Siri Eyes Free
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Climate (8.4A/8.4AN)
Too hot? Too cold? Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep everyone
comfortable while you keep moving ahead. (If vehicle is equipped with climate
control.)
Push the VR button
. After the beep, say one of the following commands:
• Set driver temperature to 70degrees
• Set passenger temperature to 70degrees
TIP: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to adjust the interior temperature
of your vehicle. Voice Command will not work to adjust the heated seats or steering
wheel (if equipped).
Uconnect 8.4A/8.4AN Climate
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