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Media searches
Searches can be performed to locate a specificartist, composer, song title, album, video, audiobook or playlist. If the vehicle is connected to theInternet, it is also possible to search for pod-casts (online digital media).
1.Tap .
> Search view will displayed and the key-board will open.
2.Enter a search word/phrase.
3.Tap Search.
> A search will be performed on connecteddevices and the results will be displayedby category.
Swipe the screen horizontally to display each cat-egory separately.
Related information
Media player (p. 500)
Internet-connected vehicle* (p. 523)
Playing media (p. 500)
Entering characters, letters and words byhand in the center display (p. 125)
Gracenote®
Gracenote identifies artists, albums, tracks andany associated images that can be displayedduring playback.
Gracenote MusicID® is a standard for music rec-ognition.
1.Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.Tap MediaGracenote®.
3. Choose settings for Gracenote data:
Gracenote® Online Search - searchGracenote's online database for currentlyplaying media.
Gracenote® Multiple Results - select howGracenote data should be displayed if thereare multiple search results.
1 - the file's original data will be used.
2 - Gracenote data will be used.
3 - Gracenote or original data can beselected.
None - no result will be displayed.
Updating Gracenote
The contents of the Gracenote database are con-tinuously updated. For optimal functionality,update to the latest version. Seesupport.volvocars.com for information and down-loads.
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Related information
Playing media (p. 500)
License agreement for audio and media(p. 531)
CD player*
The media player can play CDs with compatibleaudio files.
Disc slot.
Eject button.
Related information
Playing media (p. 500)
Voice control for radio and media (p. 144)
Compatible file formats for media (p. 508)
Video
The media player can play videos from USB-connected devices.
Video is not available when the vehicle is moving;only audio will be played. Video will resume whenthe vehicle is stationary.
Information on compatible media formats is provi-ded in a separate section.
Related information
Playing video (p. 505)
Playing DivX® (p. 505)
Video settings (p. 505)
Compatible file formats for media (p. 508)
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Playing video
The USB app in App view is used to play videos.
1. Connecting media source (USB device).
2.Open the USB app from App view.
3. Tap the title you would like to play.
>Playback will begin.
Related information
Video (p. 504)
Playing DivX® (p. 505)
Video settings (p. 505)
Compatible file formats for media (p. 508)
Playing DivX®
The DivX Certified® device must be registered toplay purchased DivX video-on-demand (VOD)movies.
1.Tap Settings in the Top view.
2. Tap VideoDivX® VOD to get a registra-tion code.
3. Go to vod.divx.com for more information andto complete the registration process.
Related information
Video (p. 504)
Playing video (p. 505)
Video settings (p. 505)
Compatible file formats for media (p. 508)
Video settings
Some video playback settings can be adjusted,e.g. language.
The following can be adjusted by opening Top
view and tapping SettingsVideo or with thevideo player in full-screen mode: AudioLanguage, Off and Subtitle Language.
Related information
Video (p. 504)
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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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Connecting a device via the USBport
External audio sources, such as an iPod® orMP3 player, can be connected to the audio sys-tem via any of the vehicle's USB ports.
If the vehicle has two USB ports, the phone mustbe connected to the port with the white frame touse Apple CarPlay* or Android Auto*.
USB ports (type A) in the tunnel console. Route thecable forward to help avoid pinching when the cover isclosed.
USB ports (type A) on rear of tunnel console for charg-ing phones and tablets for example6.
Related information
Playing media (p. 500)
Playing media via the USB port (p. 506)
Media player (p. 500)
Technical specifications for USB devices(p. 507)
Technical specifications for USB devices(p. 507)
Apple® CarPlay®* (p. 509)
Android Auto* (p. 512)
Technical specifications for USBdevices
For the contents of USB devices to be read, thefollowing specifications must be met.
Any folder structures will not be shown in thecenter display during playback.
Max. number
Files15 000
Folders1 000
Folder levels8
Playlists100
Tracks in a playlist1 000
SubfoldersNo limit
Technical specifications for the USB-A
connector
Type A port
Version 2.0
Voltage 5 V
Max. current 2.1 A
Related information
Playing media via the USB port (p. 506)
6It is not possible to playback media in the car's audio or media system via this input.
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Compatible file formats for media
In order to play media, the following file formatsmust be used.
Audio files
For-matFile extension Codec
MP3 .mp3MPEG1 Layer III,MPEG2 Layer III,MP3 Pro (mp3compatible),MP3 HD (mp3compatible)
AAC.m4a, .m4b, .aac AAC LC (MPEG-4part III Audio),HE-AAC (aacPlusv1/v2)
WMA .wmaWMA8/9,WMA9/10 Pro
WAV .wavLPCM
FLAC .flacFLAC
Video files
Format File extension
MP4 .mp4, .m4v
MPEG-PS.mpg, .mp2, .mpeg, .m1v
Format File extension
AVI.avi
AVI (DivX).avi, .divx
ASF.asf, .wmv
MKV .mkv
Subtitles
FormatFile extension
SubViewer .sub
SubRip.srt
SSA.ssa
DivX ®
DivX-certified devices have been tested for high-quality DivX (.divx, .avi) video playback. When yousee the DivX logo, you have the freedom to playyour favorite DivX videos.
ProfileDivX Home Theater
Video codec DivX, MPEG-4
Resolution720x576
Audio speed(bit rate)4.8Mbps
Frame rate 30 fps
File extension .divx, .avi
Max. file size 4 GB
Audio codecMP3, AC3
Subtitles XSUB
Special func-tionsMultiple subtitles, multipleaudio, resume play
Reference Meets all requirements ofthe DivX Home Theaterprofile. Visit divx.com formore information and soft-ware tools to convert yourfiles into DivX HomeTheater video.
Related information
Media player (p. 500)
Video (p. 504)
Playing DivX® (p. 505)
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Apple® CarPlay®*
With CarPlay, you can listen to music, makephone calls, get driving instructions, send/receive messages and use Siri, all while remain-ing focused on driving.
CarPlay works with selectApple devices. If the car doesnot already support CarPlay,this can be retrofitted. Contacta Volvo retailer to installCarPlay.
Information about supported apps and compati-ble phones is available on the Apple website:www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Using apps that arenot compatible with CarPlay could cause the con-nection between iPhone and the vehicle to belost. Please note that Volvo is not responsible forthe content of CarPlay.
When using map navigation via CarPlay, guidancewill only be shown on the center display and notin the instrument panel or head-up display.
CarPlay apps can be controlled from the centerdisplay, a phone or with the right-side steeringwheel keypad (for certain functions). The appscan also be voice-controlled using Siri. Press and
hold the button on the steering wheel tostart voice control with Siri. Press briefly to acti-vate the vehicle's own voice control system. If Siri
cuts off too soon, press and hold the 7 but-ton on the steering wheel.
By using Apple CarPlay you acknowledgethe following: Apple CarPlay is a serviceprovided by Apple Inc. under its terms andconditions. Volvo Cars is thus notresponsible for Apple CarPlay or itsfeatures/applications. When using AppleCarPlay, certain information from your car(including its position) is transferred to youriPhone. In relation to Volvo Cars, you arefully responsible for your and any othersperson
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5. Tap the desired app.
> The app will start up.
Starting CarPlay
CarPlay can be started as follows after an iPhoneis connected.
1. Connect an iPhone to the USB port. If thereare two USB ports, use the one with thewhite frame.
>If the auto start setting is selected -the name of the phone will be displayed.
2. Tap the name of the phone - the CarPlay tilewill open and compatible apps will be dis-played.
3.If the CarPlay tile does not open, tap AppleCarPlay in App view.
> The CarPlay tile will open and compatibleapps will be displayed.
4.Tap the desired app.
> The app will start up.
CarPlay will run in the background if another appis started in the same tile. To display CarPlay inthe tile, tap the CarPlay icon in App view.
Switching connection between CarPlay
and iPod
CarPlay to iPod
1.Tap Settings in the Top view.
2. Proceed to CommunicationAppleCarPlay.
3. Uncheck the box for the Apple device thatshould no longer start CarPlay automaticallywhen the USB cable is connected.
4.Remove and then reinsert the Apple deviceinto the USB port.
5.Open the iPod app from App view.
iPod to CarPlay
1.Tap Apple CarPlay in App view.
2. Read the information in the pop-up windowand then tap OK.
3. Remove and then reinsert the Apple deviceinto the USB port.
>The Apple CarPlay tile will open and com-
patible apps will be displayed8.
Related information
Connecting a device via the USB port(p. 507)
Apple® CarPlay®* (p. 509)
Settings for Apple® CarPlay®* (p. 510)
Connecting the vehicle to the Internet via aphone (Wi-Fi) (p. 525)
Connecting the vehicle to the Internet viavehicle modem (SIM card) (p. 526)
Voice control (p. 141)
Settings for Apple® CarPlay®*
Settings for an Apple device connected through
CarPlay9.
Automatic start
1.Tap Settings in the Top view.
2. Tap CommunicationApple CarPlay andselect the desired setting:
Check the box - CarPlay will start auto-matically when the USB cable is con-nected.
Uncheck the box - CarPlay will not startautomatically when the USB cable is con-nected.
A maximum of 20 Apple devices can be stored inthe list. When the list is full and a new device isconnected, the oldest one will be deleted.
To delete the list, the settings must be rest in thecenter display (factory reset).
System Volumes
1.Tap Settings in the Top view.
2. Tap SoundSystem Volumes to changethe settings for the following:
Voice Control
Navi Voice Guidance
Phone Ringtone
8Apple, CarPlay, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.