2017 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE HYBRID Owners Manual

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Media sound settings
Sound settings for the media player can be per-sonalized.
Concert hall sound setting
1.Tap Settings in the center display's Topview.
2.Tap Sound and select among the following:
•Sound Experience*: this feature offers sev-eral ways of adapting media sound settingsto replicate e.g., a concert hall or a recordingstudio. These settings override any of theones below that may have been adjusted.
•Tone: personal settings for bass, treble,equalizer, etc.
•Balance: adjust the front/rear and left/rightsound settings in the passenger compart-ment.

System volumes for media
Open the center display's Top view and tap
SettingsSoundSystem Volumes:
•AUX: an external device (e.g., an mp3 player,an iPod, etc.) connected to the AUX socketmay have a different volume level than theone set for the infotainment system (e.g., forthe radio). This setting enables you to adjustthe AUX socket's volume. Please note that ifthis volume is set too high, sound quality maybe affected.
•Speed and Volume Compensation: theinfotainment system will compensate for dis-rupting noises in the passenger compart-ment by increasing media volume in relationto the vehicle's speed. This can be set to oneof several different levels.

Related information
•Playing media (p. 459)
•Sound settings (p. 433)
Gracenote
Gracenote identifies artists, albums, tracks andany associated images that can be displayedduring playback.
Gracenote MusicID® is a standard for music rec-ognition.
Activating/deactivating Gracenote
When activated, Gracenote data will replace origi-nal data.
1.Tap Settings in the center display's Topview.
2.Tap MediaGracenote®.
3.Activate/deactivate Gracenote by tapping the
Gracenote® box.
4.Select among the following Gracenote alter-natives:
•Gracenote® Online Look Up: Gracenotewill search through its online database forinformation about the currently playingmedia.
•Gracenote® Multiple Results: select howGracenote data is to be displayed if there areseveral search results.
1: the file's original data will be used.
2: Gracenote data will be used.
3: Gracenote or original data can beselected.

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•None: no results will be shown.

Updating Gracenote
Gracenote's contents are updated continuously.For optimal functionality, always use the latestversion. See support.volvocars.com for informa-tion and downloads.

Related information
•Infotainment system license information(p. 472)
•Playing media (p. 459)
Video
The media player can play video from USB-con-nected devices.
No video will be available when the vehicle ismoving. Video will resume playing when the vehi-cle is stationary.
See the article "Media player technical data" for alist of video formats supported by the mediaplayer.

Related information
•Playing media (p. 459)
•Media player (p. 455)
•Media player technical data (p. 464)
Media player technical data
The following tables list compatible file formatsand other technical specifications for the mediaplayer.
Audio files
For-matFile extensionCodec
MP3.mp3MPEG1 Layer III,MPEG2 Layer III,MP3 Pro (mp3compatible),MP3 HD (mp3compatible)
AAC.m4a, .m4b, .aacAAC LC (MPEG-4part III Audio),HE-AAC (aacPlusv1/v2)
WMA.wmaWMA8/9,WMA9/10 Pro
WAV.wavLPCM
FLAC.flacFLAC

Video files
FormatFile extension
MP4.mp4, .m4v
MPEG-PS.mpg, .mp2, .mpeg, .m1v

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FormatFile extension
AVI.avi
AVI (DivX).avi, .divx
ASF.asf, .wmv
MKV.mkv

Subtitles
FormatFile extension
SubViewer.sub
SubRip.srt
SSA.ssa

DivX ®
DivX Certified devices have been tested for highquality DivX (.divx, .avi) video playback. When yousee the DivX logo, you have the freedom to playyour favorite DivX movies.
ProfileDivX Home Theater
Video codecDivX, MPEG-4
Resolution720x576
Audio speed(bit rate)4.8Mbps
Frame per sec-ond30 fps
File extension.divx, .avi
Max. file size4 GB
Audio codecMP3, AC3
SubtitlesXSUB
Special func-tionsMultiple subtitles, multipleaudio, resume play
ReferenceMeets all requirements of
the DivX® Home Theaterprofile. Visit divx.com formore information and soft-ware tools to convert your
files into DivX® HomeTheater. video.

Storing information on a USB device
In order for the system to read data stored on aUSB device, the following specifications must bemet. Any folder structures will not be shown inthe center display during playback.
Max. number
Files15,000
Folders1,000
Folder levels8
Playlists100
Max. number
Tracks in a playlist1,000
SubfoldersNo limit
USB socket
•Type A socket
•Version 2.0
•Voltage 5 V
•Max. current 2.1 A

Related information
•CD (media) player* (p. 459)

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Internet connected vehicle
Connecting to the Internet makes it possible toe.g., use certain navigation services, listen toweb radio, stream music using apps, contact aretailer and download software.
The vehicle can connect to the Internet usingBluetooth, Wi-Fi, a cell phone connected by acable to the USB socket or via the integratedmodem.
When connected, it is possible to share (tether) aWi-Fi-hotspot to allow other devices to use the
connection6.
Connection status is shown in the center dis-play's status bar.

Related information
•Connecting to the Internet (p. 466)
•Apps (applications) (p. 432)
•Booking service and repairs (p. 508)
•System updates (p. 506)
•Volvo ID (p. 32)
•Symbols in the center display status bar(p. 48)
•Tethering (Wi-Fi sharing) (p. 470)
Connecting to the Internet
Connect the vehicle to the Internet usingBluetooth, Wi-Fi, by connecting a phone througha cable to the USB socket or via the vehicle'sintegrated modem.
The cell phone and the network service providermust support Internet sharing (tethering) and thesubscription must included data transfer.
See the terms and confidentiality information atsupport.volvocars.com before connecting to theInternet.

NOTE
When using Apple CarPlay, an Internet con-nection can only be established by usingWi-Fi or the vehicle's integrated modem.

Connect using Bluetooth
See the article "Pairing a cell phone."

Connect using Wi-Fi
6This does not apply to Wi-Fi connections.

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1. Activate tethering/personal hotspot in thecell phone.
2.Tap Settings in the center display's Topview.
3.Tap CommunicationWi-Fi.
4. Tap Wi-Fi to activate/deactivate.
5. Tap the name of the network to be used.
6. Enter the network password.
7. If a different connection was used previously,confirm the connection change.
> The vehicle will connect to the network.
Please be aware that certain cell phones disabletethering when the connection to the vehicle hasbeen broken, e.g., when the phone has beenremoved from the vehicle. In such cases, thephone's tethering function will have to be reacti-vated the next time the phone is used to connectto the Internet.
When a phone is connected to the vehicle, it issaved for future use. When a max. number of 50have been saved, the first one connected will bedeleted. To show the list of saved networks or to
manually delete a network, tap SettingsWi-Fi
Saved networks.
See the article "Wi-Fi technology and security"for network connection requirements.

Connect using a cable connected to the
USB socket
1. Connect the phone via a cable to the USBsocket in the tunnel console storage com-partment.
2. Activate USB tethering in the cell phone.
3. If a different connection was used previously,confirm the connection change.
> The vehicle will connect to the network.

Connect using the vehicle's integrated
modem
When the vehicle is connected using the modem,Volvo On Call services will use the connection.
1. Insert a personal SIM card in the holder.
2.Tap Settings in the center display's Topview.
3.Tap CommunicationVehicle ModemInternet.
4.Tap Vehicle modem Internet to activate/deactivate.
5.If a different connection was used previously,confirm the connection change.
6. Enter the SIM card's PIN code.
> The vehicle will connect to the network.
Related information
•Pairing a cell phone (p. 449)
•Connecting/disconnecting a cell phone(p. 451)
•Connecting a device via the AUX/USBsocket (p. 455)
•Wi-Fi technology and security (p. 471)
•Apple CarPlay (p. 456)

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Bluetooth settings
The following settings apply to a Bluetooth-con-nected cell phone or other device.

Bluetooth
1.Tap Settings in the center display's Topview.
2.Tap CommunicationBluetooth andselect among the following settings:
•Previously paired devices: lists thedevices that are paired and connected tothe vehicle.
•Internet connection: select to connectto the Internet using the device'sBluetooth connection.
•Add device: begin the procedure to paira new device.
•Remove device: remove a paired device.
•Allowed services for this device: selectwhat the device will be used for: makecalls, send/receive messages, streammedia, Internet connection.

Bluetooth compliance
United States
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approvedby the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user's authority to operate the equip-ment. This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antennaor transmitter.
Canada
This device complies with Industry Canadalicence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation issubject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device.
Related information
•Internet connected vehicle (p. 466)
•Pairing a cell phone (p. 449)
•Phone (p. 448)
•Media player (p. 455)
•Connecting/disconnecting a cell phone(p. 451)
Downloading, updating anduninstalling apps
When the vehicle is connected to the Internet,apps can be added (downloaded), kept up-to-date or deleted.
NOTE
Downloading data may affect other servicesthat transfer data such as web radio, stream-ing music, etc. If this occurs, a download inprogress can be cancelled or the other serv-ice can be temporarily turned off.
Apps are managed via theDownload Center in the cen-ter display's App view.
To download, update or deleteapps, the vehicle must be con-nected to the Internet.

Downloading an app
1.Open the Download Center app.
2.Select New apps to open a list of apps thatare available but which are not installed inthe vehicle. Tap anywhere in a line for an appto expand the list for additional information.

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3.Select Install to start downloading the app. Itwill remain in the list and a new downloadcan be initiated if necessary.
>Download status will be indicated while itis in progress.
A message will be displayed if a downloadcannot be started immediately. The appwill remain in the list and a new downloadcan be initiated if necessary.

Cancelling (aborting) a download
–Tap Abort to cancel a download that is cur-rently underway.
Only a download can be cancelled. If the installa-tion phase has begun, it cannot be interrupted.

Updating apps
If an app is being used while an update is in pro-gress, it will be restarted to complete the update.

Update (install) all
1.Open the Download Center app.
2.Select Install all.
>The update will begin.

Updating certain apps
1.Open the Download Center app.
2.Select Application updates to open a listof available updates.
3.Find the desired app and select Install.
>The update will begin.
Uninstalling an app
An app being used must be closed before it canbe uninstalled.
1.Open the Download Center app.
2.Select Application updates to open a listof apps that have been installed.
3.Find the desired app and select Uninstall tobegin uninstalling the app.
>When the app has been uninstalled, it willbe removed from the list.

Related information
•Internet connected vehicle (p. 466)
•Media player (p. 455)
•System updates (p. 506)
Internet connection troubleshooting
The following are factors that may affect thevehicle's Internet connection.
The amount of data being transmitted dependson the services or apps that are currently in use.For example, streaming audio requires a greatdeal of data to be transmitted, which requires agood connection and a strong signal.
Cell phone to the vehicle
Connection speed may vary depending on thelocation of the cell phone in the vehicle. Move thephone closer to the center display to increasesignal strength. Be sure that there are noobstructing/screening objects between thephone and the screen.

Cell phone to the network operator
The speed of the mobile network may varydepending on coverage/reception in the vehicle'slocation. Reception is generally poorer in tunnels,in mountainous areas, in deep valleys or indoors.Connection speed may also depend on the typeof subscription that you have with the serviceprovider.
Contact your service provider in the event of datatransmission problems.

Restarting the phone
If you experience problems making a connection,it may to help to restart the phone.

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Related information
•Internet connected vehicle (p. 466)
•Connecting to the Internet (p. 466)
Tethering (Wi-Fi sharing)
When the vehicle is connected to the Internet,this connection can be shared (tethered) with
other devices7.
The network service provider (the SIM card) mustsupport tethering.
1.Open the center display's Top view.
2.Tap SettingsCommunicationVehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot.
3.Tap Network name and assign a name tothe hotspot.
4.Tap Password and create a password to beused by devices trying to connect (tether) tothe hotspot.
5.Tap Frequency band and select a fre-quency that the hotspot will use to transmitdata. This may not be possible in all markets.
6.Activate/deactivate by tapping the VehicleWi-Fi Hotspot box.
7.If another connection has been used previ-ously, confirm the change of connections.
> It is now possible for external devices toconnect to the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot.
Connection status will be indicated in a symbol inthe center display's status bar.
Tap Connected devices to see a list of con-nected devices.

Related information
•Internet connected vehicle (p. 466)
•Wi-Fi technology and security (p. 471)
•Symbols in the center display status bar(p. 48)
•Internet connection troubleshooting (p. 469)
7Does not apply for a Wi-Fi connection.