2018 FORD ECOSPORT audio

•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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Command
Sirius Channel ___
USB
Bluetooth Audio
__ is a dynamic listing, meaning that itcould be the name of anything, such as anartist, station, or media source.
SYNC™ TROUBLESHOOTING
Your SYNC system is easy to use. However,should questions arise, see the tablesbelow.
Use your regional Ford website at any timeto check your phone's compatibility,register your account and set preferencesas well as access a customerrepresentative via an online chat (duringcertain hours).
Website(s)Market
www.SYNCMyRide.comNorth Americawww.SYNCMyRide.cawww.sync-maroute.ca
Phone issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Review your phone's manualabout audio adjustments.The audio control settingson your phone may beaffecting SYNC perform-ance.
There is excessive back-ground noise during a phonecall.
Try turning off the device,resetting the device,removing the device'sbattery, then trying again.
This may be a possiblephone malfunction.
During a call, I can hear theother person but theycannot hear me.
Go to the website to reviewyour phone's compatibility.
This is a phone-dependentfeature.
SYNC is not able to down-load my phonebook.
Try turning off the device,resetting the device orremoving the device'sbattery, then trying again.
Try pushing your phonebookcontacts to SYNC by usingthe Add Contacts feature.This may be a possiblephone malfunction.Use the SYNCmyphonefeature available on thewebsite.
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Phone issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Go to the website to reviewyour phone's compatibility.This is a phone-dependentfeature.
Text messaging is notworking on SYNC.Try turning off the device,resetting the device orremoving the device'sbattery, then trying again.
This may be a possiblephone malfunction.
Press the Phone button toreturn to the Phone menu.You are on the Select aCharacter screen.
I cannot return to the Phonemenu when selecting acontact.
USB and media issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Try turning off the device,resetting the device,removing the device'sbattery, then trying again.
This may be a possibledevice malfunction.I am having troubleconnecting my device.
Make sure you are using themanufacturer's cable.
Make sure you insert theUSB cable correctly into thedevice and the USB port.
Make sure that the devicedoes not have an auto-install program or activesecurity settings.
Make sure you are notleaving the device in yourvehicle during very hot orcold temperatures.
This is a device limitation.SYNC does not recognizemy device when I turn on thecar.
Review the device compatib-ility chart on the SYNCwebsite to confirm yourphone supports theBluetooth audio streamingfunction.
This is a phone-dependentfeature.Bluetooth audio does notstream.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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.
Getting to Know Your System
The SYNC 3 system allows you to interactwith a variety of features using thetouchscreen and voice commands. Byintegrating with your Bluetooth-enabledphone, the touchscreen provides easyinteraction with audio, multimedia, climatecontrol, navigation, and your phone's SYNCAppLink.
Using the Touchscreen
To operate the touchscreen, you cansimply touch the item or option that youwant to select. The button highlights whenyou select it.
The SYNC 3 layout allows you to quicklyselect the feature you wish to use.
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Action and DescriptionMenu ItemItem
This bar displays icons and messages pertaining to currentsystem activities including climate settings, voicecommands and phone functions such as text messages.
Status BarA
This button is available on the main screens. Pressing ittakes you to the home screen view.HomeB
This shows the current time. You can set the clock manuallyor have it controlled by the vehicle's GPS location. SeeSettings (page 353).
ClockC
This displays the current outside temperature.OutsideTemperatureD
You can touch any of the buttons on this bar to select afeature.Feature BarE
The touchscreen allows you quick accessto all of your comfort, navigation,communication and entertainmentoptions. Using the status and feature baryou can quickly select the feature you wantto use.
Note:Your system is equipped with afeature that allows you to access andcontrol audio features for 10 minutes afteryou switch the ignition off (and no doorsopen).
The Status Bar
Additional icons also display in the statusbar depending on market, vehicle optionsand current operation. If a feature is notactive, the icon does not display. Certainicons may move to the left or rightdepending on what options are active.
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DescriptionItemCallout
This icon displays when your phone's microphone ismuted. A caller cannot hear you.Microphone MuteA
This icon displays when the audio system is muted.MuteB
This icon displays when SYNC 3 has received a soft-ware update. Pressing the icon will show more detailsabout the new software.
DownloadC
This icon displays when the system is connected toa Wi-Fi network.Wi-FiD
This icon displays when an available Wi-Fi networkis within range.Wi-Fi in RangeE
This icon displays when your cell phone is roaming.RoamingF
This icon displays when you receive a text messageon your phone.Text MessageG
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DescriptionItemCallout
This icon displays when 911 Assist is set to off andyour phone is connected to SYNC.911 Assist OffH
This icon displays when there is an active Bluetoothalert.Bluetooth AlertI
This icon displays to show an active Bluetoothconnection.BluetoothJ
Messages may also appear in the statusbar to provide you with notifications. Youcan select the message to view theassociated feature.
Feature Bar
FunctionsFeature Bar Item
Allows you to control the media playing inyour vehicle. You can control all audiofeatures including AM, FM and satelliteradio and media streaming over a Bluetoothdevice or through a USB connection.
Audio
Allows you to make calls, receive calls, andaccess the phonebook of your connecteddevice.
Phone
Allows you to see your vehicle's location ona virtual road map, get driving directions toyour destination and find points of interestalong your route.
Navigation
(If equipped)
Connect and control SYNC 3 compatibleapps running on your iPhone or Androiddevice. Also, access built-in additionalfeatures such as SiriusXM Traffic and TravelLink (if equipped).
Apps
You can customize your system withvarious settings for the touchscreen display,feature preferences, and how you want tointeract with your vehicle.
Settings
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Cleaning the Touchscreen
You can remove fingerprints with a dry,clean, soft cloth.
If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,apply a small amount of alcohol to thecloth and try to clean it again.
Note: Do not use detergent or any type ofsolvent to clean the touchscreen.
Note:Do not pour or spray alcohol onto thetouchscreen.
Using Voice Recognition
Using voice commands allows you to keepyour hands on the wheel and eyes on theroad. The system provides feedbackthrough audible tones, prompts, questionsand spoken confirmations depending onthe situation and the chosen level ofinteraction (voice settings).
The system also asks short questions(confirmation prompts) when it is not sureof your request or when there are multiplepossible responses to your request.
When using voice commands, words andicons may appear in the status barindicating the status of the voice commandsession. See Using Voice Recognition(page 291).
Using the Steering Wheel Controls
Depending on your vehicle and optionpackage, you can use different controls onyour steering wheel to interact with thetouchscreen system in different ways.
VOL: Control the volume of audio output.
Voice: Press to start a voice session. Pressagain to stop the voice prompt andimmediately begin speaking. Press andhold to end a voice session.
SEEK NEXT:
•While in radio mode, press to seekbetween memory presets or press andhold to fast seek.
•While in USB, Bluetooth Audio or CDmode, press to seek between songs orpress and hold to fast seek.
SEEK PREVIOUS:
•While in radio mode, press to seekbetween memory presets or press andhold to fast seek.
•While in USB, Bluetooth Audio or CDmode, press to seek between songs orpress and hold to fast seek.
PHONE ACCEPT: Press to answer a callor switch between calls.
PHONE REJECT: Press to end a call orreject an incoming call.
Note:On some models,SEEK NEXT maybe combined with PHONE REJECT andSEEK PREVIOUS may be combined withPHONE ACCEPT.
See Steering Wheel (page 65).
Using Your Bezel Controls
Depending on your vehicle and optionpackage, you may also have these controlson your instrument panel:
•Power or VOL: Press to switch theaudio system on and off, or turn toadjust the volume.
•Sound Settings: Press to access theaudio settings.
•Seek: Press to seek through radiostations or audio tracks.
•Play or Pause: Press to either play orpause a track.
•Tune: Turn to manually tune radiostations.
•Display: Press to switch the display onor off.
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