2022 SUBARU BRZ Getting Started Guide

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
1Source:Press the source button to
change the audio sources between radio
modes and media modes.
2Volume +/Volume –:Push the “+” side of
the switch to increase the volume or the
“–” side to decrease the volume.
3Presets/Skip:Press to toggle through
your presets or change a track or media
file. Press and hold to fast-forward or
rewind.
4Call:Press to display the phone screen
or receive a call without taking your
hands off the steering wheel.
5End:Press to end a call without taking
your hands off the steering wheel.
6Voice Recognition:Press to activate the
built-in voice recognition function. Press
and hold to activate the Apple
CarPlay
®/Android Auto™ voice
recognition function.
Starlink Audio Controls
Starlink Audio Controls
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VOICE RECOGNITION
With SUBARU STARLINK®, simple voice commands can control
features like phone calls, entertainment, and applications. A
microphone is located in the overhead console; however, you do
not need to speak directly into it to activate the voice command
features. Press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel
to start the voice recognition system. Press and hold the button to
cancel the system.
For help with what features are available with voice recognition,
press the "Help" button on the screen or press the voice recognition
button and say "Help".
Tips
The system may not recognize the voice command due to various types of interference.
Some causes for voice command interference are:
• The command is spoken too quickly or at a low or high volume.
• The command is incorrect or unclear.
• The window is open, the climate control system is set on high, or the ventilation is
directed toward the microphone.
• Passengers are talking while the command is spoken.
NOTE: The system is designed to recognize a variety of commands, but certain words,
accents or speech patterns may be difficult for the system to recognize.
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Common Commands
Below are examples of common commands that can be used with the voice recognition
system. Please refer to “Voice Recognition System” in your SUBARU STARLINK®Owner’s
Manual for a complete list.
VOICE COMMAND FUNCTION EXAMPLE
Dial [Number]Places a call to the phone
numberDial 555-123-4567
Call [Name] [Phone Type]Places a call to the contact
name and phone type of the
contact from the phonebookCall John Doe mobile
Tune to [Frequency]
(AM / FM)Switches to AM/FM and
tunes to spoken frequencyTune to 99.5 FM
Preset [Number]Switches to the preset
channelPreset 3
Satellite Channel
[Name / Channel Number]Switches to satellite channel
numberSatellite Channel Prime
Country 58
Launch [Application]Activates the spoken
applicationLaunch SUBARU
STARLINK
®
Help Changes to help screen Help
Phone HelpDisplays a list of voice
commands related to
controlling your phonePhone Help
Music HelpDisplays a list of commands
related to media/musicMusic Help
Apps HelpDisplays a list of commands
related to applicationsApps Help
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HOME SCREEN ICONS
MySubaru– Whether you’re on the road or
planning adventures, the MySubaru app
makes loving every part of owning your
Subaru easy.
Apps– Entertainment and convenience
applications to enhance your driving
experience. The apps included are: MySubaru,
Travel Link
®, Android Auto™, SUBARU
STARLINK®and Apple CarPlay®.
Radio– Select a station to listen to as well as
pause and playback live radio.
SUBARU STARLINK
®– Wireless pairing and hands-free
smartphone operation allow for safe and easy connection to your
favorite apps and content. You can access news, navigation, music,
podcasts, and more through the available SUBARU STARLINK
®
app.
Maintenance– Allows you to set maintenance reminders.
Media– Play CDs, USB/iPod music or Bluetooth
®audio by
connecting to the device.
Phone– Place and receive calls and text messages.
Settings– Change the settings to your personal choice for select systems inside the
vehicle.
Home Screen Icons
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REARRANGING ICONS
You can rearrange the home screen icons
when in Edit Mode (first make sure "Home
Screen Shortcuts" is enabled in "Settings").
To rearrange icons:
1Select and hold the shortcut icon you
want to move until “Edit Mode” is
displayed at the top of the screen.
2Drag the icon to the desired position and
release.
3To delete an icon, drag the icon to the bottom of the screen labeled “DRAG HERE TO
DELETE” and release.
4To exit “Edit Mode” push the “Home” button.
ADDING SHORTCUTS
You can add shortcut icons for various functions to the Home screen when the Home
Screen Shortcut function is turned on. To turn on the Home Screen Shortcut function, go
to “Settings”, then the “General” menu.
To add icons, press the “Home” button.
1. Select “Add Shortcut”.
2. Select the desired function.
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3. Select the desired shortcut function.
4. Check that the shortcut icon is displayed
on the Home screen.
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CREATING A DRIVER PROFILE
Creating a Driver Profile provides many benefits beyond just pairing a phone. The profile
records and remembers station presets, sound preferences, phone favorites, screen icons
and placement.
To create a driver profile:
1. On the Home screen, select “Settings”,
then in the “General” menu, select “Driver
Profiles”.
2. Select “Add”.
3. Select a language and then select “Next”.
4. Select “Driver’s Name”.
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5. Type your name in using the keyboard
screen, select “Next”.
6. Select “Next” on the following screen to go
to phone pairing.
7. Select “Add Phone” to pair your phone to
the system (see page 87 and 90 in the How
To Appendix) or select your phone if it is
already paired and select “Finish” when
complete.
To edit a driver profile:
1. On the Home screen, select “Settings” and in the “General” menu, select “Driver
Profiles”.
2. Select "Edit", then select a profile. You can then edit the profile according to same
steps as creating a profile.
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