GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors
Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel away from an FM station, the weakerthe signal and the weaker the reception.Distance and Strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage andthunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
Terrain
When you pass near a radio transmission tower, a strongersignal can override a weaker signal and can cause interfer-ence in the audio system.
Station overload
MP3 and WMA Track and FolderStructure
Audio systems capable of recognizing andplaying MP3 and WMA individual tracksand folder structures work as follows:
•There are two different modes for MP3and WMA disc playback: MP3 andWMA track mode (system default) andMP3 and WMA folder mode.
•MP3 and WMA track mode ignores anyfolder structure on the MP3 and WMAdisc. The player numbers each MP3and WMA track on the disc (noted bythe .mp3 or .WMA file extension) fromT001 to a maximum of T255.
FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.
FCC ID: A8DGEN3-1D
Changes or modifications not expressivelyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user's authorityto operate the equipment.
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
SYNC
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.
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Switching the Audio Unit On andOff
Adjusting the Volume
Selecting the Radio
Press the button to select radiomode.
Press the button again to displaythe available radio sources. Repeatedlypress the button to scroll through theavailable radio sources.
Changing Radio Stations
Manual tuning.A
Station name tuning.B
Note:You can change radio stations usingthe seek buttons.
Note:You can recall radio stations usingthe numeric preset buttons.
Selecting Media
Press the button to select mediamode.
Press the button again to displaythe available media sources. Repeatedlypress the button to scroll through theavailable media sources.
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Scrolling Through the MenuOptions
Selecting a Menu Option
Returning to the Previous Screen
Seek Up and Next Track Button
Seek Down and Previous TrackButton
Pausing or Playing Media
In radio mode, press the buttonto mute the signal. Press thebutton again to restore thesignal.
In media mode, press the button to pauseplayback. Press the button again to resumeplayback.
Apps
Press the button to enable ordisable the control of a mobileapp that is running on yourBluetooth or USB device.
System Settings
Press the button to adjustgeneral system settings, forexample voice features, display,clock and others.
Sound Settings
Press the button to adjust thesound settings. You can optimizethe sound for different seatingpositions.
You can also activate and set thesensitivity of the speed compensatedvolume.
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Changing Radio Stations
Manual tuning.A
Note:You can change radio stations usingthe seek buttons.
Seek Up and Next Track Button
Seek Down and Previous TrackButton
Pausing or Playing Media
In radio mode, press the buttonto mute the signal. Press thebutton again to restore thesignal.
In media mode, press the button to pauseplayback. Press the button again to resumeplayback.
Switching the Screen On and Off
Sound Settings
Press the button to adjust thesound settings. You can optimizethe sound for different seatingpositions.
You can also activate and set thesensitivity of the speed compensatedvolume.
USB PORT (If Equipped)
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.
The USB port allows you to plug in mediaplaying devices, memory sticks and chargedevices (if supported). See SYNC™ (page290).
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To adjust this setting press the voice button, when prompted say:
Action and DescriptionVoice Command
Voice Settings
Then any of the following:
When enabled, this feature will prompt youto confirm any voice initiated call commandprior to the call being placed.
Phone Confirmation Off
The system will make a best guess; youmay still occasionally be asked to confirmsettings.
Phone Confirmation On
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
PHONE
Hands-free calling is one of the mainfeatures of SYNC. While the systemsupports a variety of features, many aredependent on your cellular phone'sfunctionality. At a minimum, most cellularphones with Bluetooth wireless technologysupport the following functions:
•Answering an incoming call.
•Ending a call.
•Dialing a number.
•Redialing.
•Call waiting notification.
•Caller ID.
Other features, such as text messagingusing Bluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload, are phone-dependent features.
Pairing a Phone
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNCallows you to make and receive hands-freecalls.
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission or firstgear for manual transmission.
Using the Audio System
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1.Make sure to switch on your phone'sBluetooth feature before starting thesearch. See your device's manual ifnecessary.
2.Press the Settings button.
3.Select Bluetooth from the menu.
4.Press the OK button.
5.Select the option to add. This startsthe pairing process.
6.When a message to begin pairingappears in the audio display, search forSYNC on your device.
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•To allow your vehicle to providelocation information, including: GPSand speed.
•To allow the app to send pushnotifications using the vehicle displayand voice capabilities while running ina background state. Push notificationsmay be particularly useful for news orlocation based apps.
Note:You only need to grant permissionsthe first time you use an app with SYNC.
Note:Ford is not responsible or liable forany damages or loss of privacy relating tousage of an app, or dissemination of anyvehicle data that you approve Ford toprovide to an app.
Enabling SYNC Mobile Apps
In order to enable mobile apps, SYNCrequires user consent to send and receiveapp authorization information and updatesusing the data plan associated with theconnected device.
Data is sent to Ford in the United Statesthrough the connected device. Theinformation is encrypted and includes yourVIN, SYNC module number, anonymoususage statistics and debugginginformation. Updates may take placeautomatically.
Note:You must enable mobile apps foreach connected device the first time youselect a mobile app using the system.
Note:Standard data rates apply. Ford isnot responsible for any additional chargesyou may receive from your service provider,when your vehicle sends or receives datathrough the connected device. This includesany additional charges incurred due todriving in areas when roaming out of a homenetwork.
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
MEDIA PLAYER
SYNC supports digital media sourcesincluding: iPod, Bluetooth devices, andmost USB drives. SYNC also supportsaudio formats, such as MP3, WMA, WAVand ACC.
Media Sources
The AUX button allows you to view andselect available media sources.
Press the AUX button to view yoursources. Use the directional arrows and OKbutton to select your source. You can alsouse the steering wheel audio controls.
Audio Voice Commands
Press the voice button. You cando things like play a specific songor album, skip to the next song,or tune to a radio station. When prompted,say a command. See the following tablefor example commands. Not allcommands may be available on yourvehicle.
Command
___ List of Commands
Help
Pause
Play
Next Track
Previous Track
AM ___
FM ___
CD Player
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USB and media issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Make sure you correctlyconnect the device to SYNC,and that you have pressedplay on your device.
The device is not connected.
Make sure that all songdetails are populated.
Your music files may notcontain the correct artist,song title, album or genreinformation.
SYNC does not recognizemusic that is on my device.The file may be corrupted.
Some devices require you tochange the USB settingsfrom mass storage to MTPclass.
The song may have copy-right protection, which doesnot allow it to play.
Switch radio bands andreturn to Sirius or switch thefeature off. You can thenchange the Sirius stationusing the directionalbuttons.
Sirius Replay is active.I cannot change the Siriusstation.
Voice command issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Review the phone voicecommands and the mediavoice commands at thebeginning of their respectivesections.
You may be using the wrongvoice commands.
SYNC does not understandwhat I am saying.After pressing the voice icon,wait until after the tonesounds and Listeningappears before saying acommand. Any commandspoken before this does notregister with the system.
You may be speaking toosoon or at the wrong time.
Review the media voicecommands at the beginningof the media section.
You may be using the wrongvoice commands.SYNC does not understandthe name of a song or artist.
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AppLink issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Unplug the USB cable fromthe phone, wait a moment,and plug the USB cableback in to the phone. After afew seconds, the app shouldappear in SYNC's MobileApps Menu. If not, "ForceClose" the application andrestart it.
The USB connection toSYNC may need to be reset.
My iPhone phone isconnected, my app isrunning, I restarted the appbut I still cannot find it onSYNC.
Try increasing the Bluetoothvolume of the device byusing the device's volumecontrol buttons which aremost often found on theside of the device.
The bluetooth volume onthe phone may be low.
I have an Android phone. Ifound and started my mediaapp on SYNC, but there is nosound or the sound is verylow.
Force close or uninstall theapps you do not want SYNCto find. If the app has a "FordSYNC" setting, disable thatsetting in the app's settingsmenu on the phone.
Some Android devices havea limited number ofbluetooth ports apps canuse to connect. If you havemore AppLink apps on yourphone than the number ofavailable Bluetooth ports,you will not see all of yourapps listed in SYNC's mobileapps menu.
I can only see some of theAppLink apps running on myphone listed in SYNC'sMobile Apps Menu.
SYNC System Reset
The SYNC system in your vehicle has System Reset feature that can be performed ifthe function of a SYNC feature is lost. This reset is intended to restore functionality andwill not erase any information previously stored in the system (Such as paired devices,phonebook, call history, text messages, or user settings). To perform a System Reset,press and hold the Seek Up (>>) button while pressing and holding the Radio Powerbutton. Release both buttons after 2-3 seconds. Please allow a few minutes for thereset to complete. After a few minutes has passed you can resume using the SYNCsystem.
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