INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.117
Sub-categoriesType of setting
Electric Parking BrakeCombination
SeatsCombination
WipersCombination
SuspensionGlobal
Sound
Sub-categoriesType of setting
Sound Experience*Personal
TonePersonal
BalancePersonal
System VolumesCombination
Navigation
Sub-categoriesType of setting
MapPersonal
RoutePersonal
TrafficPersonal
GuidancePersonal
SystemPersonal
Media
Sub-categoriesType of setting
AM/FM RadioAPersonal
SiriusXMPersonal
Gracenote®Personal
VideoPersonal
AAM radio is not available in hybrid models.
Communication
Sub-categoriesType of setting
Phone–
Text Messages–
Bluetooth–
Wi-FiGlobal
Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotGlobal
Vehicle Modem InternetGlobal
Volvo On Call–
Volvo Service NetworksGlobal
Climate
The main category Climate has no sub-catego-ries.
System
Sub-categoriesType of setting
Driver ProfilePersonal
Date & Time–
LanguagePersonal
Keyboard LayoutsGlobal
Voice ControlPersonal
UnitsPersonal
Storage–
Software Updates–
Global Reset–
Services–
Related information
•Settings view (p. 115)
•Changing system settings in Settings view(p. 118)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.125
Voice control
Voice commands make it possible for the driverto voice-control certain functions in the mediaplayer, a Bluetooth-connected cell phone, cli-mate system and the Volvo navigation system*.
Voice control offers convenience and enables thedriver to keep his/her hands on the steeringwheel and concentrate on driving and the trafficsituation around the vehicle.
WARNING
As the driver, you have full responsibility foroperating the vehicle safely and adhering toall applicable traffic regulations.
Input to the system is in dialog form and compri-ses commands from the driver and a verbalresponse from the system.
The voice control system uses the same micro-
phone as the Bluetooth hands-free system andsystem responses come via the infotainment sys-tem's speakers.
In certain cases, text messages are also providedin the instrument panel.
The functions are controlled using the right-sidesteering wheel keypad and settings are madefrom the center console.
System updates
The voice control system is being constantlyimproved and updates should be downloaded foroptimal functionality. See the support sitesupport.volvocars.com.
Related information
•Using voice commands (p. 125)
•Voice control settings (p. 130)
•Voice control for radio and media (p. 127)
•Voice control for cell phones (p. 126)
•System updates (p. 506)
•Navigation system voice commands (p. 129)
•Climate system voice commands (p. 128)
Using voice commands
The following is an introduction for using voicecommands.
Press the button on the right-side steering wheel keypad toactivate the system and initiatea voice command dialog.
Keep the following points in mind when usingvoice commands:
•When giving a command, speak at your usualspeed and in a normal tone of voice afterthe tone.
•Avoid speaking while the system is respond-ing. Commands cannot be processed duringa response.
•Avoid background noises in the cabin whenusing the system by closing the vehicle'sdoors, windows and panoramic roof* whengiving voice commands.
Voice command dialogs can be cancelled by:
•Saying "Cancel".
•By pressing and holding the button onthe right-side steering wheel keypad.
To speed up a command dialog or to skip system
responses, press the button on the right-side steering wheel keypad when the system isresponding and give your next command.
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The infotainment system
The infotainment system consists of a radio,media player and has the capacity to communi-cate with a Bluetooth-connected cell phone. It isalso possible to connect to the Internet to e.g.,stream audio content via apps.
The system's functions can be controlled fromthe right-side steering wheel keypad, the centerdisplay or by using voice commands.
Infotainment overview
Infotainment system overview
System updates
The infotainment system is constantly beingdeveloped and improved. For optimal functional-ity, updates can be downloaded when the vehicleis connected to the Internet. See the article "Sys-tem updates" and the support sitesupport.volvocars.com.
Related information
•Media player (p. 455)
•Radio (p. 434)
•Phone (p. 448)
•Internet connected vehicle (p. 466)
•Apps (applications) (p. 432)
•Ignition modes (p. 400)
•Symbols in the center display status bar(p. 48)
•Voice control (p. 125)
•Infotainment system license information(p. 472)
•System updates (p. 506)
Apps (applications)
Apps (applications) are programs used to con-trol some of the vehicle's features and functions.
The center display's App view (generic illustration)
Several basic apps are always available and oth-ers can be downloaded. Downloadable appsinclude navigation services, web radio, streamingmusic services, retailer contact and softwaredownloads.
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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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Keep in mind that a download can be cancelledbut an installation that has already begun cannotbe interrupted.
Allowing background searches or
software updates
This function can be deactivated from the centerdisplay:
1. Go to the Settings in the center display's Topview and select Download Center.
2.Tap SystemDownload Center.
3.Tap to deselect Auto Software Update.
If an update is available, New software updatesavailable will appear in the center display's sta-tus bar. Tap the message to start a download appin Home view's lower sub-view. As soon as thedownload app has started, an icon in the Systemupdates button will indicate the number ofdownloads available.
Related information
•Center display overview (p. 33)
•Navigating in the center display's views(p. 43)
Remote updates
With the vehicle connected to the Internet,updates for a number of the vehicle's systemscan be downloaded from the center display.
The Download Center app isstarted from the center dis-play's App view and makes itpossible to:
•search for and update system software
•update the Sensus Navigation maps
•download, update and uninstall apps
Related information
•Downloading, updating and uninstalling apps(p. 468)
•System updates (p. 506)
Vehicle status
The vehicle's general status can be displayed inthe center display along with the possibility to
book service1
The Car status app is startedin the center display's App viewand has three tabs:
•Messages: stored messages
•Status: tire pressure and engine oil level
•Appointments: booking service or repairs1
Related information
•Using the center display (p. 50)
•Booking service and repairs (p. 508)
•Checking tire inflation pressure (p. 493)
•Checking and refilling engine oil (p. 542)
1Certain markets only.