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DRIVER ASSIST
TECHNOLOGIES
REAR-VISION CAMERA......101
FRONT VIEW MONITOR.....101
BLIND SPOT DETECTION (BSD) /
REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT
(RCTA)...................102
HIGH BEAM ASSIST (HBA)...103
STEERING RESPONSIVE
HEADLIGHTS (SRH).........103
REVERSE AUTOMATIC
BRAKING (RAB)............103
CARE AND LIMITATIONS
STEREO CAMERA
PRECAUTIONS.............104
WINDSHIELD GLASS AND
DASHBOARD..............104
FRONT VIEW
ASCENT..................105
EYESIGHT DISCLAIMER
EYESIGHT®DISCLAIMER....106
HOW TO APPENDIX
HOW TO OVERVIEW.........107
MEMORY HEIGHT..........108
MEMORY DRIVER’S SEAT....110
BLUETOOTH
®PAIRING......111
ANDROID AUTO™..........119
APPLE CARPLAY
®..........121
WI-FI.....................122
MAPS....................125
FIRMWARE AND SOFTWARE
UPDATES.................133
INDEX.....................134
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OVERVIEW OF YOUR MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
SUBARU STARLINK®Multimedia combines the radio along with the ability to connect your
phone* through Bluetooth®to the multimedia system for making calls, sending text
messages and listening to your favorite songs on your phone.
* Compatible smartphone and application required. For applications to operate, latest version of each
application required. Data provided by smartphone is displayed on the Touchscreen. Some state laws
prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Smartphone apps
should only be launched when vehicle is safely parked. Your wireless carrier’s rates may apply.
Various Systems
Depending on your model and trim level there are several types of SUBARU STARLINK®
Multimedia systems. Some of the functions described in this guide will vary by system.
• 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus
• 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus
• 8.0-inch Multimedia Navigation
BUTTONS
Radio Functions
1Power/Volume Control
Press the power/volume
control knob to mute or
un-mute the audio and
pause playback of cache
radio and other media
devices. Rotate the knob to
decrease or increase the
volume.
2Radio
Press the RADIO button to
display the AM/FM/SXM
screen. The different tuner
modes can be selected by touching the source you want to hear.
3Media
Press the MEDIA button to display the media screen. Select the media source you
want to hear. Connected media will display in white.
4Tune
Rotate the knob to change the radio station or select the next track, media file, or list
item. Press the knob to choose the list item selected with the cursor. Press and hold
the knob to display the sound settings screen.
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HOME SCREEN ICONS
Phone– Allows you to place and receive calls
and text messages.
Map– Allows you to enter a destination and
have route guidance to get you where you are
going.
Settings– Allows you to change the settings
to your personal choice for select systems
inside the vehicle.
Add Shortcut– Allows you to add icons for
various functions to the home screen.
Apps– Entertainment and convenience applications that can be
used to enhance your driving experience. The apps included are:
MySubaru, Pandora
®, Travel Link®, Android Auto™, SUBARU
STARLINK®, aha®, and Apple CarPlay®.
Media– Allows you to play CDs, USB/iPod music, or Bluetooth
®
audio by connecting to the device.
Radio– Allows you to select a station to listen to as well as pause
and playback live radio.
REARRANGING ICONS
You can rearrange the icons on the Home Screen when the Home Screen Shortcuts
function is turned on. You can turn on the Home Screen Shortcuts function by selecting
“Settings”, then the “General” tab.
To rearrange icons on the Home Screen:
1. Select and hold the icon you want to move.
2. Drag the icon to the desired position and release.
3. To delete an icon, drag the icon to the bottom of the screen and release.
Home Screen Icons
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4. Select a paired phone or pair a new phone
(see page 111 and page 115 in the How To
Appendix). Then select “Next”.
5. Enter a Home Address and Work Address
(if equipped with navigation). Then select
“Next”.
6. Select a wallpaper, and then select “Next”.
7. Select “Finish”.
Retrieving a Driver Profile
The system automatically retrieves the profile once you are in your Subaru with the
STARLINK®multimedia system on and your phone’s Bluetooth®active. You can also
manually retrieve or change the profile by following these steps:
1. Press the “Home” button and then select “Settings”.
2. In the General menu, select “Driver Profile”.
3. Select the profile you want to use, and then select “Activate”.
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Presets
You can preset 18 stations. Presets can be set
for SiriusXM®, FM, or AM stations, allowing
you to switch among the three with the press
of a single button. To preset a radio station:
1. Tune to the desired channel.
2. Press and hold the desired preset station
button at the bottom of the screen.
MEDIA
Bluetooth®
Your Subaru has Bluetooth®hands-free technology to manage your phone and audio
systems. Bluetooth®-enabled mobile phones link directly through your audio system
automatically once connected. Bluetooth®hands-free allows you to receive and initiate
calls, or play music directly from your device while keeping it stowed for safety.
For step-by-step instructions on how to pair a Bluetooth
®device to the audio system,
please see page 111 for Android devices or page 115 for Apple devices. A QR code and
link to more information can also be found on page 73.
CD
The CD player holds a single disc. To access the CD menu, put a CD in the player or select
the CD icon on the “Media” Screen. Depending on the CD format, the CD album art work
may appear on the Touchscreen.
USB / iPod
You can plug in a USB memory storage device or iPod into the USB ports. This will bring
up the media screen with controls. If using an iPod, make sure to use an Apple certified
cable or MFi certified cable for proper operation.
AUX Input
The AUX jack is a port that allows input from
an audio device such as MP3 players, portable
music players, and iPods. To access the AUX
menu, plug in the device to the AUX jack and
the menu will appear, or select the AUX menu
from the “Media” Screen.
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PAIRING A PHONE
To begin using your Bluetooth®hands-free device you must first
pair your phone with the system. Phone pairing provides access to
the contact list on your phone and allows you to use the voice
recognition system to make and receive calls. The system can also
read incoming text messages, as well as allowing you send short
messages to reply to texts. The system automatically reconnects to
your Bluetooth
®device and will remember your driver profile.
Visitwww.subaru.com/engineering/starlink/multimedia.htmlfor
more information on what is available by connecting a phone to the
Touchscreen.
For instructions on how to pair your phone to the Touchscreen, see page 111 for
Android devices or page 115 for Apple devices.
MAKING A CALL
Once your phone is paired, you can make a call
through voice recognition by pressing the “Voice
Recognition Switch” on the steering wheel. After
pressing the “Voice Recognition Switch”, wait for
the “Voice Guidance” screen to appear on the
Touchscreen and say “Call [name and phone type]”
or “Dial [number]”.
To make a call from the Touchscreen, start by pushing the “Home” button and then select
“Phone”. After the phone screen displays, select the method you would like to use to make
a call.
• Overview – Allows you to call the last number.
• Favorites – Allows you to place a call to one of your registered favorites.
• Recent – Allows you to call someone that has recently called you or that you called.
• Keypad – Allows you to dial any number you would like.
• Phonebook – Displays the phonebook from your phone.
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TEXT MESSAGES
Received messages can be forwarded from
the connected Bluetooth®phone, enabling
checking and replying using the system.
To use this function, it is necessary to set the
phonebook download function to ON.
When a Short Message Service (SMS)/
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) is
received, the incoming message screen pops
up with sound and is ready to be retrieved
using the Touchscreen. Select “Play” to listen
to the message.
If there is more than one unread message, a
screen will appear allowing you to either view
your inbox or ignore the message.
Depending on the Bluetooth
®phone type,
messages may not be transferred to the inbox, the screen display may differ, and it may
not be possible to use certain functions.
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