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driving the vehicle is always and in
any case responsible for safe driving
on the road.
The vehicle is provided with a specific
add
to the owner’s manual, describing
the MTC+ System features and listing
all warnings and precautions, which
are essential for a safe use of the
system. Maserati advises you to read
this add carefully and thoroughly.
The MTC+ display is positioned in the
central part of the dashboard and the
manual controls and devices for
connecting external sources are
positioned on the central console.
1 MTC+ touch display.
2 Ports for SD card, AUX and USB
inside the central console glove
compartment (for further details,
refer to “Interior features” in
section “Understanding the
Vehicle”).
3
“Browse” and “Mute”
button.
4
“Back” button.
5 “Enter” button and
shutdown/restart MTC+ system.
6 Volume control.
7 Tune/scroll control. In addition to these commands, in
“Radio”, “SiriusXM Satellite Radio” (if
available) and “Media” mode you can
use the audio controls on the steering
wheel (see “Audio Controls” in this
section for further information). NOTE:
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” is the US
service only available in the 48
Continental United States and
Canadian markets. Subscription is
required. For further details refer to
the Maserati Touch Controls Plus
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Manual Controls and Devices SD, AUX and USB Ports
When an SD card is inserted into its
housing, the MTC+ is able to read it
and select multimedia files (music and
images) from the device.
By using the AUX and USB (full) inputs
it is possible to connect external
devices to the MTC+ (see chapter
“Interior features” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”).
After connecting the device, by using
the MTC+ display softkeys, knobs on
the central console and controls at the
steering wheel, user can navigate
through the content of the connected
device and set its playing mode.
Multimedia Navigation Controls on
Central Console
The manual controls located on the
central console are a further interface
for the driver and nearby passenger,
that adds to the MTC+ display
softkeys. Using the manual controls,
the MTC+ display will work as a
graphic display of the inputs from the
controls.
Volume Control
By working this knob in “Radio”,
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” (if available)
or “Media” mode, user can adjust the volume of the radio or audio files,
from minimum to maximum and vice
versa. Turn knob clockwise to increase
the volume, anti-clockwise to decrease
it. The volume status will be indicated
in the top part of the MTC+ display.
Tune/Scroll Control
By working this knob in “Radio”,
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” (if available)
or “Media” mode, user can shift
through the radio stations/channels or
scroll the tracks inside connected
external devices and confirm the
selection by pressing enter button.
In any other mode of the MTC+, use
this knob to scroll the list of available
options or to manage the cursor
movement in the lower bar of the
main menus. Then press enter button
to confirm the function or setting
highlighted on MTC+ display. Browse/Mute Button
After selecting a function, using the
tune/scroll knob or softkeys on MTC+
display, press this button to see the
detail of the items/options of the
selected function. This button is also
used as short cut to display the phone
book, when the “Phone” menu is
selected, or the favorites when the
“Nav (Navigation)” menu is selected.
Press and hold this button for 2-3
seconds to mute the volume of the
radio or media files.
The volume mute status will be
indicated in the top part of the MTC+
display.
Back Button
Press this button to go back to
previous menu or previous screen.
Press this button to shift the
navigation one level backward on
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These applications use the MTC+
display as projector of the functions
available on the connected device.
“Apple CarPlay” allows the best use of
your iPhone ®
in the car and perfect
integration with the MTC + display
and with the controls of the car,
including Siri voice control. You can
make phone calls, access to music,
send and receive messages, get
real-time directions on traffic
conditions, staying focused on the
road.
The “Android Auto” app lets you
share information while driving and
make it easier to access Google. The
interface is equipped with Google
Maps with voice guided navigation,
traffic information in real time,
on-demand access to millions of songs
in Google Play Music. It also offers the
possibility to make phone calls or send
and receive messages without taking your hands off the steering wheel.
You can also request Google to make
any type of research. Android Auto
will give an easier access to
applications and content from the
MTC+ system display.
The following tables show the
“Screen” and “Audio” source (of
projection device
or of MTC+
System MTC+
) when a smartphone is
connected, a session is established and
the device (Table A) or the MTC+
System (Table B) is performing an
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Audio Controls The vehicle is equipped with audio
controls that allow both driver and
front passenger to operate the audio
system. These controls can be used to
adjust audio volume, change radio
station/channel or mode (FM, AM,
USB, etc).
Steering Wheel Audio Controls On Front Side of Steering Wheel
The audio controls are rocker-type
switches and buttons located in the
front side of the steering wheel.
The function of these controls is the
following:
+ Increases the sound system
volume.
– Decreases the sound system
volume. “Radio” mode: if pressed
briefly, search for the first
tunable station with higher
frequency.
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” mode
(if available): if pressed briefly
goes to the next category
starting from the one currently
selected.
“Media” mode: if pressed
briefly, track fast forward. “Radio” mode: if pressed
briefly, search for the first
station with a lower frequency
that can be tuned in to.
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” mode
(if available): if pressed briefly
goes to the previous category
starting from the one currently
selected.
“Media” mode: if pressed
briefly, goes to the previous
track if selected within the first
3 seconds of track playing.
Otherwise the track is played
again from the beginning.
“Media” mode: if pressed
longer, track fast forward.
SRC Mode selection: “Radio” or
“Media”.
Mute function on/off.Dashboard Instruments and Controls
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NOTE:
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” is the US
service only available in the 48
Continental United States and
Canadian markets. Subscription is
required. For further details refer to
the Maserati Touch Controls Plus
(MTC+) guide.
On Rear Side of Steering Wheel
These audio controls are rocker-type
switches with a button in the center
and are located on the rear side of the
steering wheel, right behind the front
audio switches (the picture shows the
audio controls on the left side).
These controls replicate the
functionality of the tune/scroll bottom
rotary knob on the central console.
The functionalities are the same on
both rocker-type switches.
By working these rocker-type switches
in “Radio” or “Media” mode, user can
shift through the radio stations/
channels or scroll the tracks inside
connected external devices and
confirm the selection by pressing the
central button.
In any other mode of the MTC+, use
these controls to scroll the list of
available options or to manage the
cursor movement in the lower bar of the main menus. Then press the
central button to confirm the function
or setting highlighted on MTC+
display.
Audio Controls on Central
Console In “Radio” or “SiriusXM Satellite
Radio” (if available) mode, turn the
volume upper knob to set the audio
volume, or turn the tune/scroll bottom
knob to tune station. For further details, refer to
“Infotainment System” in this section.
When in “App” or “Settings” mode,
the tune/scroll bottom knob and the
browse
and enter buttons allow
you to scroll through the menus and
change the user’s settings (see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
When in “Radio”, “SiriusXM Satellite
Radio” (if available) or “Media” mode
the browse
and enter buttons
allow you respectively to mute the
audio volume and to turn off the
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• compressor enabled (the LED on thebutton is illuminated);
• defrosting/defogging function (MAX DEF) deactivated (the LED on the
button is off);
• heated rear window deactivated (the LED on the button is off);
• open recirculation (the LED on the button is off);
• air ventilation and distribution are set by the system;
• REAR disabled (the LED on the button is off), the air flows to the
rear vents.
A/C Filter
The climate control system filters
outside air containing dust, pollen and
some odors. Strong odors cannot be
totally removed by A/C filter at the
entrance of the air climate system. See
“Maintenance Procedures” in section
“Maintenance and Care” for filter
replacement instructions.
Phone and Voice Controls
on Steering Wheel
The buttons on the left side of the
steering wheel activate/deactivate the
phone mode and the voice controls
functions.
These functions are only available
when one or more Bluetooth
®
compatible mobile phones are paired
with the MTC+ System connection: to
pair a phone and to learn all available
functions refer to the MTC+ guide.
NOTE:
On the Maserati website, at
www.maserati.com, or through the
Authorized Maserati Dealer you may
consult the list of telephones that are
compatible with the MTC+, and their
level of compatibility. The voice command communication
system is fully integrated with the
vehicle's audio system.
The voice command volume can be
adjusted from the upper knob on the
central console (see “Infotainment
System” in this section or from the
steering wheel audio controls (see
“Audio Controls” in this section).
The system will automatically mute
the radio when using the phone
mode.
When activating the phone mode
using voice commands with
speakerphone, you should talk quietly
in a normal conversational tone by
keeping the driving position and
turning to the microphone of the
voice command system located in the
front dome console.
The ability of the system voice control
to recognize the user's voice
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commands can be invalidated when
speaking too quickly or too loudly.
WARNING!
Any voice-controlled system should be
used only in safe driving conditions
following all applicable regulations.
Full attention should be kept on
driving. Failure to do so may result in
a collision causing serious injury or
death.
Phone Mode
By using the Phone buttonon the
steering wheel it is possible to: activate
the phone mode, start a call, show
recent incoming and outgoing calls,
show contacts list, etc. All these functions can also be reached
by using the touchscreen commands
on the MTC+ display in “Phone” mode.
When pressing the button
an
audible sound will invite you to impart
a command.
Information on incoming call is
indicated in a pop-up on instrument
panel display main area if this feature
is checkmarked on MTC+ (see “MTC+
Settings” in this section). Said
information will stay displayed until a
control is executed (e.g.: answer,
reject, etc.) for the incoming call.
The screen will only display the phone
number or name of caller (if available)
as long as this complies with system
specifications in terms of font and
number of characters.
Voice Commands
By using voice commands, after
pressing the
button on the steering
wheel, it is possible to control the AM
and FM radio, the SiriusXM Satellite
Radio (if available) and all devices
connected and managed by the
“Media” mode (i.e SD card, USB/iPod
player).
When pressing the button
an
acoustic signal will invite to give a
voice command.
NOTE:
For further details refer to the
Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC+)
guide.
Siri Smart Personal Assistant
When a compatible iPhone or iPad
that supports Siri voice recognition is
paired to the vehicle, the
button
also activates the Siri Smart Personal
Assistant.
Siri requires mobile internet access and
its functionality might change
depending on the geographical area.
Through simple voice commands,
without taking your eyes off the road,
it may be possible to send messages,
make phone calls, create notes and
reminders, etc.
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(Drive) to R (Reverse), and vice versa,
by pressing the unlock button on the
transmission shift lever.
• Vehicle moving: switching to N (Neutral) from D (Drive) requires the
unlock button on the shift lever
pressed.
• From D (Drive) selected mode it is always possible to switch to
MANUAL mode by shifting the
transmission shift lever to "+" or "–"
position.
The gears will be engaged in relation
to the traveling speed, engine RPM,
accelerator position, speed with which
the pedal is depressed as well as the
traveling conditions (uphill, downhill,
curves).
The system has been programmed to
classify all driving styles, in relation to
the above mentioned parameters, and
to associate them with the various
vehicle settings, which go from
extremely comfortable and economic
driving to racing-style driving. The
setting is selected automatically.
At extremely cold temperatures
(-23°F/-30°C or below), transmission
may be affected by the low
temperature of the engine and
transmission. Normal operation will
resume once the transmission temperature has risen to a normal
level.
Transmission Strategy in
Particular Driving Situations
Downhill Driving
When the accelerator pedal is
released, the transmission system
detects that the vehicle is moving
downhill and deactivates upshifting.
When the accelerator pedal is
depressed, upshifting is reactivated
but will be delayed by a few seconds.
When the brake pedal is depressed,
the transmission system downshifts to
provide enhanced engine braking
power.
In other words, when driving
downhill, the transmission system
operates so as to avoid upshifting and
shifting gears when the accelerator
pedal is released, and delays gear
engagement by a few seconds when
the accelerator pedal is depressed.
In addition, when the brakes are
applied, it engages the lowest gear in
order to provide enhanced engine
braking power.
This strategy is aimed at making
downhill driving safer.
Driving in Curves
The system detects when the vehicle
goes into a curve through the lateral
acceleration and the steering angle.
Detecting this condition, it controls
gearshifting using a specific mode.
This mode is exited when the vehicle
comes out of the curve, at a distance
that varies depending on the vehicle
speed.
Fast-off Strategy
When the accelerator pedal is fully
released, the system deactivates
upshifting.
The next time the pedal is depressed,
upshifting will be reactivated only
after a few seconds.
Upshifting is also deactivated when
the accelerator pedal is partially
released; the system waits the time
necessary to evaluate if the release
action is completed.
Hot-mode Situations
In the event that the engine oil or
coolant temperature is too high or
both, the transmission system reduces
the maximum engine speed to 4000
rpm.
Therefore, upshifting will occur at this
limit.
This strategy does not apply to
downhill driving, so as to always have
Driving
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