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Audio, media and Internet
The audio and media system consists of a mediaplayer 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 continuouslyimproved. When the vehicle has an Internet con-nection, system updates can be downloaded foroptimal functionality; see support.volvocars.com.
Related information
Media player (p. 500)
Radio (p. 483)
Phone (p. 514)
Internet-connected vehicle* (p. 523)
Apps (p. 480)
Voice control (p. 141)
Ignition modes (p. 429)
Driver distraction (p. 39)
Handling system updates via Download Cen-ter (p. 587)
License agreement for audio and media(p. 531)
Sound settings
The sound system is precalibrated for optimalsound reproduction, but these settings can bepersonalized.
The system's volume is normally adjusted usingthe 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 reproduction
The 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.
Personal settings
Different settings are available in Top view under
SettingsSound depending on the vehicle'ssound system.
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Media player
The media player can play audio from the CDplayer* and from external audio sources con-nected via USB port or Bluetooth. It can alsoplay video format via the USB port.
When the vehicle is connected to the Internet, itis also possible to listen to web radio, audiobooks and to access music services via apps.
The media player is controlledfrom 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 mediaplayer, is described in a separate section.
Related information
Playing media (p. 500)
Controlling and changing media (p. 502)
Media searches (p. 503)
Apps (p. 480)
Radio (p. 483)
CD player* (p. 504)
Video (p. 504)
Streaming media via Bluetooth® (p. 506)
Playing media via the USB port (p. 506)
Internet-connected vehicle* (p. 523)
Playing media
The media player is controlled from the centerdisplay. 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 mediaplayer. See the section describing the radio.
Starting a media source
App view. (Generic illustration; basic apps vary depend-ing on market and model).
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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 appmust be used (not USB).
When an iPod is used as source, the car'saudio 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 mediasource.
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 downloadapps.
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.
Related information
Handling the App menu in the instrumentpanel (p. 100)
Radio (p. 483)
Controlling and changing media (p. 502)
Connecting a device via the USB port(p. 507)
Connecting a device via Bluetooth®
(p. 506)
Download apps (p. 481)
Internet-connected vehicle* (p. 523)
Video (p. 504)
Apple® CarPlay®* (p. 509)
Android Auto* (p. 512)
Voice control for radio and media (p. 144)
Compatible file formats for media (p. 508)
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Streaming media via Bluetooth®
The vehicle's media player is equipped withBluetooth 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. 506)
Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothfor the first time (p. 515)
Playing media (p. 500)
Compatible file formats for media (p. 508)
Connecting a device via Bluetooth®
Connect a Bluetooth® device to the vehicle towirelessly play media and give the vehicle anInternet connection if it is available.
Many cellular phones on the market currently
offer wireless Bluetooth® technology, but not allphones are fully compatible with the vehicle. Foradditional information on compatibility, seesupport.volvocars.com.
The procedure for connecting a media device isthe same as for connecting a cellular phone to
the vehicle via Bluetooth®.
Related information
Streaming media via Bluetooth® (p. 506)
Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothfor the first time (p. 515)
Playing media (p. 500)
Playing media via the USB port
External audio sources, such as an iPod® orMP3 player, can be connected to the audio sys-tem via the vehicle's USB port.
Devices with rechargeable batteries can becharged when they are connected via the USBport and the ignition is in mode I, II or the engineis running.
The content on the external source can be readfaster if it only contains data of a compatible for-mat. Video files can also be played via the USBport.
Some MP3 players have their own file systemthat the vehicle has support for.
Related information
Connecting a device via the USB port(p. 507)
Playing media (p. 500)
Video (p. 504)
Ignition modes (p. 429)
Technical specifications for USB devices(p. 507)
Apple® CarPlay®* (p. 509)
Android Auto* (p. 512)
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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. AfterAndroid 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 byAndroid 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 centerdisplay, with the right-side steering wheel keypador by using voice commands. Press and hold the
button to activate voice control and tap thesame button to deactivate.
By using Android Auto, you acknowledgethe 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
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Tips for using Android Auto*
Here are some useful tips for when you useAndroid Auto.
Ensure that your apps are updated.
When starting the car, wait until the centerdisplay has started, connect the phone andthen open Android Auto from the app view.
In the event of problems with Android Auto,disconnect your Android phone from theUSB port and then reconnect via USB. Oth-erwise, try closing the app on the phone andthen restarting the app.
When a phone is connected to Android Autoit is still possible to playback media viaBluetooth to another media player. TheBluetooth function is on when Android Autois used.
Related information
Android Auto* (p. 512)
Phone
A phone equipped with Bluetooth can be wire-lessly connected to the vehicle's integratedhands-free system.
The audio and media system offers hands-freefunctionality for remotely controlling a number ofthe phone's features. The phone's integratedcontrols can also be used, even when it is con-nected to the vehicle.
When the phone has been paired and connectedto the vehicle, it can be used as an Internet con-nection or to make or receive calls, send orreceive text messages or wirelessly play music.
The phone is controlled from the center display,and the App menu (accessed using the right-sidesteering wheel keypad) and voice commands canalso be used to control certain functions.
Overview
Microphone.
Phone.
Phone handling in the center display.
Keypad for controlling phone functionsshown in the center display and voice com-mands.
Instrument panel.
Related information
Handling phone calls (p. 519)
Managing the phone book (p. 521)
Handling text messages (p. 520)
Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothfor the first time (p. 515)
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Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothautomatically (p. 517)
Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothmanually (p. 517)
Disconnecting a Bluetooth-connected phone(p. 518)
Switch between phones connected via Blue-tooth (p. 518)
Disconnecting Bluetooth-connected devices(p. 518)
Phone settings (p. 522)
Voice control (p. 141)
Handling the App menu in the instrumentpanel (p. 100)
Sound settings (p. 478)
Connecting the vehicle to the Internet via aBluetooth-connected phone (p. 525)
Connecting a phone to the car viaBluetooth for the first time
Pair a Bluetooth-enabled phone to the vehicle tomake calls, send/receive text messages andwirelessly play media from the vehicle, or con-nect the vehicle to the Internet.
Two Bluetooth devices can be connected at thesame time, but in that case, only one will be usedfor wireless playback. The most recently pairedphone will be automatically connected to makecalls, send/receive text messages, play media oruse as an Internet connection. It is possible tochange what the phone is used for underBluetooth Devices via the settings menu in thecenter display's Top view.
After the device has been connected/registeredfor the first time via Bluetooth, the device nolonger needs to be visible/searchable. It justneeds to have Bluetooth activated. A maximum of20 paired Bluetooth devices can be stored in thevehicle.
There are two ways to pair a phone to the vehicle.Searching for the phone from the vehicle orsearching for the vehicle from the phone.
Option 1 - searching for the phone from
the vehicle
1. Make the phone discoverable/visible usingits Bluetooth function.
2. Open the phone tile in the center display.
If no phone has been paired to the vehi-cle, tap Add phone.
If a phone has been paired to the vehicle,
tap Change. Tap Add phone in thepop-up window.
> A list of available Bluetooth devices will bedisplayed. The list will be updated as newdevices are discovered.
3.Tap the name of the phone you would like toconnect.
4. Make sure that the code displayed in thevehicle matches the one in the phone. If itdoes, confirm the code in both places.
5. In the phone, accept or cancel the optionsfor selecting the phone's contacts and textmessages.
NOTE
The message function must be activatedin certain phones.
Not all cell phones are fully compatibleand may not be able to display contactsand messages in the vehicle.
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Option 2 - searching for the vehicle
from the phone
1. Open the phone tile in the center display.
If no phone has been paired to the vehi-
cle, tap Add phoneMake vehiclediscoverable.
If a phone has been paired to the vehicle,
tap Change. Tap Add phoneMake vehicle discoverable in the pop-up window.
2. Activate Bluetooth in the phone.
3. Search in the phone for Bluetooth devices.
> A list of available Bluetooth devices will bedisplayed.
4. Select the vehicle's name from the list ofdevices in the phone.
5. A pop-up window for the connection isshown in the car. Confirm the connection.
6. Make sure that the code displayed in thevehicle matches the one shown in the exter-nal device. If it does, confirm the code in bothplaces.
7. In the phone, accept or cancel the optionsfor selecting the phone's contacts and textmessages.
NOTE
The message function must be activatedin certain phones.
Not all cell phones are fully compatibleand may not be able to display contactsand messages in the vehicle.
NOTE
If the phone's operating system is beingupdated, it is possible that the connection willbe interrupted. Delete the phone from the carand reconnect.
Compatible phones
Many cellular phones on the market currentlyoffer wireless Bluetooth technology, but not allphones are fully compatible with the vehicle. Foradditional information on compatibility, seesupport.volvocars.com.
Related information
Phone (p. 514)
Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothautomatically (p. 517)
Connecting a phone to the car via Bluetoothmanually (p. 517)
Disconnecting a Bluetooth-connected phone(p. 518)
Switch between phones connected via Blue-tooth (p. 518)
Disconnecting Bluetooth-connected devices(p. 518)
Settings for Bluetooth devices (p. 523)
Internet-connected vehicle* (p. 523)
Connecting the vehicle to the Internet via aBluetooth-connected phone (p. 525)