2017 FORD TAURUS phone

Home screen displayTileItem
Displays the current setting of the heated or climatecontrolled driver seat.*DriverHeated andClimateControlledSeats
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This icon does not display if your vehicle has hard buttoncontrols for heated and climate controlled seats.If your vehicle is not equipped with navigation, this optiondisplays under the audio information.
This map displays your current location or current route inreal time.*NavigationE
When you have navigation active, you also see the nextturn and the length of time and distance to your destination.If your vehicle does not have navigation, this space containsthe audio information.
* If equipped.
You can touch any of the feature displaysto access that feature.
Anytime you select the home button, thesystem returns you to this screen.
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
The SYNC 3 system allows you to use voicecommands, to control features like audioand climate controls. By using voicecommands, you can keep your hands onthe wheel and your eyes on the road.
You can access each feature controlled bySYNC 3 through a variety of commands.
To activate the SYNC 3 voicecommands push the voicebutton on the steering wheel andwait for the prompt.
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that it canbe the name of anything, such as artist, thename of contact or number. The contextand the description of the command tellyou what to say for this dynamic option.
There are some commands that work forevery feature, these commands are:
Action and DescriptionVoice Command
Brings you to the main menu.Main Menu
Returns you to the previous screen.Go back
Ends the voice session.Cancel
Gives you a list of possible voice commands.List of Commands
You can name any feature and the system gives a list ofcommands available for the feature. For example, you couldsay:
___ List of Commands
Phone List of Commands
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DescriptionVoice command
Play Song ___
Play Audiobook ___
For USB audio only, you can say the name of anartist, album, or a genre to browse by that selec-tion. Your system must finish indexing before thisoption is available. For example you can say"Browse The Beatles" or "Browse folk".
Browse ___
1 This option may not be available in all markets or may require a subscription.
Climate Voice Commands
You can control the temperature of thevehicle using voice commands.
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that forclimate voice commands it can be thedesired degrees for the temperaturesetting.
To adjust the temperature, say:
DescriptionVoice command
Adjust the temperature between 60–85°F(15.5–29.5°C).Climate Set Temperature ___
Climate Help
Phone Voice Commands
Pairing a Phone
You can use voice commands to connectyour Bluetooth-enabled phone to thesystem.
To pair your phone, press the voice button and when prompted, say:
DescriptionVoice command
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairingprocess. See Settings (page 418).Pair Phone
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Making Calls
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that for
phone voice commands it can be the nameof the contact you wish to call or the digitsyou want to dial.
Press the voice button and say a command similar to the following:
DescriptionVoice command
Allows you to call a specific contact from your phonebooksuch as "Call Jenny".Call ___
Allows you to call a specific contact from your phonebookat a specific location such as "Call Jenny at Home".Call ___ at ___
Allows you to dial a specific number such as “Dial 867-5309”.Dial ___
Please make sure that you are saying thecontact name exactly as it appears in yourcontact list.
Once you have provided the digits of the phone number, you can say the followingcommands:
DescriptionVoice Command
If the full number was not entered with the first command, youcan continue saying the number.<0-9>
Tells SYNC 3 to make the phone call.Dial
Tells SYNC 3 to erase the last block of digits stated.Delete
Tells SYNC 3 to erase the entire number.Clear
Text Message Voice Commands
To access text message options, press the voice button and say:
DescriptionVoice command
Listen to Message
You can say the number of the message youwould like to hear.Listen to text message ___
Reply to Message
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Voice Settings Commands
You can say the following commands to access the voice settings:
DescriptionVoice command
Allows you to enter the voice settings functionality.Voice Settings
Sets standard prompting with longer prompts.Interaction ModeStandard
Sets advanced prompting with shorter prompts.Interaction ModeAdvanced
Allows the system to confirm before making a phone call.Phone Confirmation On
The system does not confirm before placing a call.Phone Confirmation Off
The system displays a short list of available commands.Voice Command Lists On
The system does not display the list of commands.Voice Command Lists Off
You can use the volume control to adjustthe volume of the system voice prompts.While prompt is active, adjust the volumecontrol up or down to your desired setting.
Note:Depending on the current climatecontrol settings, the fan speed mayautomatically go down while issuing voicecommands or while making and receivingphone calls via SYNC to reduce the amountof background noise in the vehicle. The fanspeed will automatically return to normaloperation once the voice session ends. Fanspeed can also be adjusted normally duringa voice session, simply press fan buttons (orturn fan knob) to increase or decrease fanspeed to desired setting.
To disable this automatic fan speedreduction feature during voice sessions,press and hold the climate control AC andRecirculated air buttons simultaneously,release and then increase fan speed within2 seconds. To re-enable this feature, repeatthe above sequence.
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AM
FM
1SIRIUS
1CD
The name of the USB that is plugged in displays here.USB
Bluetooth Stereo
If you have SYNC 3 compatible apps on your connected smart phone, theydisplay here as individual source selections.Apps
1 This feature may not be available in all markets and requires an active subscription.
AM/FM Radio
Tuning a Station
You can use the tune or seek controls onthe radio bezel to select a station.
To tune a station using thetouchscreen, select:
Menu item
Direct Tune
A pop up appears, allowing you to type inthe frequency of a station. You can onlyenter a valid station for the source you arecurrently listening to.
You can press the backspace button todelete the previously entered number.
Once you have entered the station'scall numbers, you can select:
Action and descrip-tionMenu item
Press to beginplaying the stationyou have entered.
Enter
Press to exitwithout changingthe station.
Cancel
Presets
To set a new preset, tune to the stationand then press and hold one of thememory preset buttons. The audio mutesbriefly while the system saves the stationand then returns.
There are two preset banks available forAM and three banks for FM. To accessadditional presets, tap the preset button.The indicator on the preset button showswhich bank of presets you are currentlyviewing.
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FunctionButton
Playlists
Artists
Albums
Songs
Genres
Podcasts
Audio books
Composers
This button allows you to choose a specificletter to view within the category you arebrowsing.
A-Z Jump
If available, this allows you to browse thefolders and files on your USB device.Explore Device
USB Ports
The USB ports are in the center console orbehind a small access door in theinstrument panel.
This feature allows you to plug in USBmedia devices, memory sticks, flash drivesor thumb drives, and charge devices if theysupport this feature.
Select this option to play audio from yourUSB device.
Apps
The system supports the use of certainaudio apps such as iHeartRadio through aUSB or bluetooth-enabled device.
Each app gives you different on-screenoptions depending on the app's content.See Apps (page 415).
Supported Media Players, Formatsand Metadata Information
The system is capable of hosting nearlyany digital media player, including iPod,iPhone, and most USB drives.
Supported audio formats include MP3,WMA, WAV, AAC, and FLAC.
Supported audio file extensions includeMP3, WMA, WAV, M4A, M4B, AAC, andFLAC.
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PHONE
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Hands-free calling is one of the mainfeatures of the system. Once you pair yourcell phone, you can access many optionsusing the touchscreen or voice commands.While the system supports a variety offeatures, many are dependent on your cellphone’s functionality.
Pairing Your Cell Phone for theFirst Time
Pair your Bluetooth-enabled phone withthe system before using the functions inhands-free mode.
Switch on Bluetooth on your device tobegin pairing. See your phone’s manual ifnecessary.
To add a phone, select:
Menu Item
Add Phone
1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
2. A prompt alerts you to search for thesystem on your phone.
3. Select your vehicle's make and modelas it displays on your phone.
4. Confirm that the six-digit numberappearing on your phone matches thesix-digit number on the touchscreen.
5. The touchscreen indicates when thepairing is successful.
6. Your phone may prompt you to givethe system permission to accessinformation. To check your phone’scompatibility, see your phone’s manualor visit the website.
Alternatively, to add a phone, select:
Menu Item
Add Phone
Then select:
Discover Other Bluetooth Devices
1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
2. Select your phone's name when itappears on the touchscreen.
3. Confirm that the six-digit numberappearing on your phone matches thesix-digit number on the touchscreen.
4. The touchscreen indicates when thepairing is successful.
5. Your phone may prompt you to givethe system permission to accessinformation. To check your phone’scompatibility, see your phone’s manualor visit the website.
At a minimum, most cell phones withBluetooth wireless technology support thefollowing functions:
•Answering an incoming call.
•Ending a call.
•Dialing a number.
•Call waiting notification.
•Caller identification.
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Other features, such as text messagingusing Bluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload, are phone-dependent features.
To check your phone’s compatibility,see your phone’s manual or visit thewebsite:
Websites
owner.ford.com
Websites
www.syncmyride.cawww.syncmaroute.ca
Phone Menu
This menu becomes available after pairinga phone.
Action and DescriptionMenu ItemItem
Displays your recent calls.Recent CallListAYou can place a call by selecting an entry from this list.
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