2018 VOLVO V90 bluetooth

DISPLAYS AND VOICE CONTROL
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Voice control for radio and media23
Voice commands for the radio and media play- ers are shown below.
Tap and say one of the following commands:
• "
Media" - initiates a dialog for media and
radio and displays examples of commands.
• "
Play [artist]" - plays music by the selected
artist.
• "
Play [song title]" - plays the selected
song.
• "
Play [song title] from [album]" - plays
the selected song from the selected album.
• "
Play [radio station]" - starts the selected
radio station.
• "
Tune to [frequency]" - tunes to the
selected radio frequency in the currently active waveband. If no radio source is active,the FM band will be started as default.
• "
Tune to [frequency] [waveband]" - tunes
to the selected radio frequency on the selected waveband.
• "
Radio" - starts FM radio.
• "
Radio FM" - starts FM radio.
• "
Radio AM" - starts AM radio.
• "
SiriusXM" - starts SiriusXM radio
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• "
CD" - starts playback from CD
*. •
"
USB" - starts playback from USB.
• "
iPod" - starts playback from iPod.
• "
Bluetooth" - starts playback from a Blue-
tooth-connected media source.
• "
Similar music" - plays music from a USB-
connected device with music similar to that currently playing.
Related information
• Voice control (p. 147)
• Using voice commands (p. 148)
• Voice control for cellular phones (p. 149)
• Climate control system voice commands(p. 204)
• Voice control settings (p. 150)
Voice control settings24
Settings for the voice control system are made here.
SettingsSystemVoice Control
Settings can be personalized in the following areas:
•
Repeat Voice Command
•Gender
•Speech Rate
Sound settingsSelect sound settings under:
SettingsSoundSystem VolumesVoice Control
Language settingsThe voice control system is not available for all languages. The languages available for voice commands are indicated by the
icon in the
list of languages. Changing the language here will also change the language in the menus, messages and help texts.
SettingsSystemSystem Languages
and Units
System Language
23 Certain markets only.
24 Certain markets only.

STARTING AND DRIVING
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Ignition modes
The vehicle's ignition can be put in various modes (levels) to make different functions availa-ble.
To enable the use of a limited number of func- tions when the engine is not running, the ignition can be put in one of three different levels: 0, I
and II. These levels are referred to as "ignition
modes" in the Owner's Manual. The following table shows which functions are available in each ignition mode:
ModeFunctions
0 •The odometer, clock and tem- perature gauge are illuminated A
.
• The power seats
* can be
adjusted.
• The power windows can be used.
• The center display is activatedand can be used A
.
• The 12 V outlet in the cargo com- partment
* can be used.
• The infotainment system can be used A
.
In this ignition mode, the functions are available for a limited time and then switch off automatically.
I •The panoramic roof, power win-dows, 12 V outlet in passengercompartment, Bluetooth, naviga-tion, phone, blower and wind-shield wipers can be used.
• The power seats can be adjusted.
• The 12 V outlet in the cargo com-partment can be used.
Electrical current will be takenfrom the battery in this ignitionmode.ModeFunctions
II •The headlights illuminate.
• Warning/indicator lights illumi- nate for 5 seconds.
• A number of other systems areactivated. However, seat and rearwindow heating can only be acti-vated when the engine is running.
This ignition mode uses a lot ofcurrent from the battery andshould be avoided whenever pos-sible!
A Also activated when the door is opened.
Related information
• Starting the vehicle (p. 400)
• Adjusting the steering wheel (p. 200)
• Jump starting using another battery (p. 439)
• Selecting ignition mode (p. 404)

AUDIO, MEDIA AND INTERNET
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Audio, media and Internet
The audio and media system consists of a media player and a radio. A cellular phone can also beconnected through Bluetooth to use hands-freefunctions or play music in the vehicle. When thevehicle is connected to the Internet, it is alsopossible to use apps to play media.
Audio and media overview
The functions can be controlled using voice com- mands, the steering wheel keypad or the centerdisplay. The number of speakers and amplifiersvaries depending on the audio system installed inthe vehicle.
System updates
The audio and media system is continuously improved. When the vehicle has an Internet con-nection, system updates can be downloaded foroptimal functionality; see support.volvocars.com.
Related information
• Media player (p. 475)
• Radio (p. 458)
• Phone (p. 488)
• Internet-connected vehicle
* (p. 497)
• Apps (p. 455)
• Voice control (p. 147)
• Ignition modes (p. 403)
• Driver distraction (p. 39)
• Handling system updates via Download Cen-ter (p. 569)
• License agreement for audio and media(p. 507)
Sound settings
The audio system is precalibrated for optimal sound reproduction but these settings can bepersonalized.
The system's volume is normally adjusted using the volume control below the center display orthe right-side steering wheel keypad. Thisapplies, for example, when playing music or theradio or during phone calls and active traffic mes-sages.
Optimal sound reproductionThe audio system is precalibrated for optimalsound reproduction using digital signal process-ing. This calibration takes into account speakers,amplifiers, passenger compartment acoustics, lis-tener position, etc. for each combination of vehi-cle model and audio system. There is also adynamic calibration that takes into account thevolume control setting and the vehicle's speed.
Sound settings as needed
In Top view under SettingsSound, the fol-
lowing settings can be selected:
•
Tone — personal preference for bass, treble,
equalizer for example.
•
Balance - balance between right/left and
front/rear speakers.
•
System Volumes – adjusts volume in the
various systems of the car, e.g. Voice
Control, Park Assist and Phone Ringtone.

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4. Tap one of the divisions to display:
•
In progress: play-by-play information
about a match/game/tournament cur- rently in progress. Continue tapping todisplay. In the detailed view, you can alsoselect a radio station that is currentlybroadcasting an ongoing sporting event
•
Headlines for MLB: Tap to display brief
headline information
•
Scheduled: schedules for coming
matches, games, etc.
•
Scores: match/game results
The same principle applies to all sports.
Related information
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* (p. 470)
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* - Notifications
(p. 472)
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* - Fuel (p. 473)
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* - Weather (p. 471)
Media player
The media player can play audio from the CD player * and from external audio sources con-
nected via USB port or Bluetooth. It can also play video format via the USB port.
When the vehicle is connected to the Internet, it is also possible to listen to web radio, audiobooks and to access music services via apps.
The media player is controlled from the center display. Severalfunctions can also be con-trolled using voice commandsor the right-side steering wheelkeypad.
The radio, which is also handled by the media player, is described in a separate section.
Related information
• Playing media (p. 476)
• Controlling and changing media (p. 477)
• Media searches (p. 478)
• Apps (p. 455)
• Radio (p. 458)
• CD player
* (p. 479)
• Video (p. 480)
• Streaming media via Bluetooth ®
(p. 481)
• Playing media via the USB port (p. 482)
• Internet-connected vehicle
* (p. 497)

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Playing media The media player is controlled from the center display. Several other functions can also be con-trolled using the right-side steering wheel key-pad or by using voice commands. The radio can also be controlled in the media player. See the section describing the radio.
Starting a media source
App view. (Generic illustration; basic apps vary depend- ing on market and model).
CD *
1. Insert a CD. 2.
Open the
CD app from App view.
3. Select the track you would like to play. > Playback will begin.
USB flash drive
1. Inset a USB flash drive. 2.Open the
USB app from App view.
3. Select the track you would like to play. > Playback will begin.
MP3 player and iPod®
NOTE
To start playback from an iPod, the iPod app must be used (not USB). When an iPod is used as source, the car's audio and media system has a menu struc-ture similar to the iPod player's own menustructure.
1. Connect a media source.
2. Start playback in the connected mediasource.
3. Open the app (
iPod, USB) from App view.
> Playback will begin.
Bluetooth-connected device
1. Activate Bluetooth in the media source.
2. Connect a media source.
3. Start playback in the connected media source.
4. Open the
Bluetooth app from App view.
> Playback will begin.
Media with Internet connection
Medial playback from apps with Internet connec- tion:
1. Connect the vehicle to the Internet.
2. Open the app from the App view. > Playback will begin.
Read the separate section on how to download apps.
Video
1. Connect a media source. 2. Open the
USB app from App view.
3. Tap the title you would like to play. > Playback will begin.
Apple CarPlay
CarPlay is described in a separate section.
Android Auto
Android Auto is described in a separate section.

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Related information
•Handling the App menu in the instrument panel (p. 105)
• Radio (p. 458)
• Controlling and changing media (p. 477)
• Connecting a device via the USB port(p. 482)
• Connecting a device via Bluetooth ®
(p. 481)
• Download apps (p. 456)
• Internet-connected vehicle
* (p. 497)
• Video (p. 480)
• Apple ®
CarPlay ®
* (p. 483)
• Android Auto
* (p. 486)
• Voice control for radio and media (p. 150)
• Compatible file formats for media (p. 504)
Controlling and changing media
Media playback can be controlled using voice commands, the steering wheel keypad or thecenter display.
The media player can be con- trolled using voice commands,the right-side steering wheelkeypad or the center display.
Volume - turn the knob under the center display or tap
on the right-side steering wheel
keypad to raise or lower the volume. Play/pause - tap the image for the track you would like to play, or press the button below the center display or
on the right-side steering
wheel keypad. Changing track/song - tap the desired track in the center display, or press
or below
the center display or on the right-side steering wheel keypad. Rewinding/fast-forwarding - tap the time axis in the center display and drag it sideways, or press and hold
or below the center display or
on the right-side steering wheel keypad. Changing media source - select from among pre- vious sources in the app, tap the desired app inApp view or use the right-side steering wheel keypad to select the app in the app menu
.
Library - tap the button to play
from the library.
Shuffle - tap the button to play
tracks in a random order.

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Video settingsSome video playback settings can be adjusted, e.g. language.
The following can be adjusted by opening Top view and tapping
SettingsVideo or with the
video player in full-screen mode: Audio
Language, Off and Subtitle Language.
Related information
• Video (p. 480)
Streaming media via Bluetooth®
The vehicle's media player is equipped with Bluetooth and can play audio files fromBluetooth-enabled external devices such as cel-lular phones and tablets.
In order for the media player to be able to wire- lessly play audio files from an external device, thedevice must be connected to the vehicle viaBluetooth.
Related information
• Connecting a device via Bluetooth ®
(p. 481)
• Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothfor the first time (p. 489)
• Playing media (p. 476)
• Compatible file formats for media (p. 504)
Connecting a device via Bluetooth®
Connect a Bluetooth ®
device to the vehicle to
wirelessly play media and give the vehicle an Internet connection if it is available.
Many cellular phones on the market currently offer wireless Bluetooth ®
technology, but not all
phones are fully compatible with the vehicle. For additional information on compatibility, seesupport.volvocars.com. The procedure for connecting a media device is the same as for connecting a cellular phone to the vehicle via Bluetooth ®
.
Related information
• Streaming media via Bluetooth ®
(p. 481)
• Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetooth for the first time (p. 489)
• Playing media (p. 476)

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Android Auto *
Android Auto lets you listen to music, make calls, get driving directions and use apps customizedfor your vehicle from an Android device.Android Auto can be used with selected Androiddevices.
For information on supported apps and compati- ble devices, please go to www.android.com/auto/. For third-party apps, see Google Play.Please note that Volvo is not responsible for thecontent of Android Auto. Android Auto is started from App view. After Android Auto has been initially started, the appwill start automatically the next time the device isconnected. The automatic start setting can bedeactivated in Settings.
NOTE
When a phone is connected to Android Auto, it is possible to steam to another media playervia Bluetooth. Bluetooth is active whileAndroid Auto is in use.
When using navigation guidance provided by Android Auto, navigation will only be shown onthe center display and not in the instrumentpanel or head-up display. Android Auto can be controlled from the center display, with the right-side steering wheel keypador by using voice commands. Press and hold the
button to activate voice control and tap the
same button to deactivate.
By using Android Auto, you acknowledge the following: Android Auto is a serviceprovided by Google Inc. under its terms andconditions. Volvo Cars is not responsible forAndroid Auto or its features or applications.When you use Android Auto, your cartransfers certain information (including itslocation) to your connected Android phone.You are fully responsible for your and anyother person