Volvo XC90: Media player / Using Apple® CarPlay®
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To use CarPlay1, the Siri voice control must be activated in your
iOS device. The device must also have an Internet connection via Wi- Fi or a mobile
network for all functions to work.
Connecting an iOS device and starting CarPlay
NOTE
CarPlay can only be used if Bluetooth is disabled. A cell phone or media
player connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth will therefore not be available when
CarPlay is active. An alternative source must be used to provide an Internet connection
for the vehicle's apps. Use Wi-Fi or the vehicle's integrated modem.
To start CarPlay from an iOS device that has not previously been connected:
- Connect an iOS device that supports CarPlay to the USB port. If there are
two USB ports, use the one with the white frame.
- Read the terms and conditions and then tap Accept to connect.
- The CarPlay tile will open and compatible apps will be displayed.
- Tap the desired app.
Starting CarPlay
To start CarPlay from an iOS device that has previously been connected:
- Connect an iOS device to the USB port. If there are two USB ports, use the
one with the white frame.
- If the auto start setting is selected – the name of the device
will be displayed. The CarPlay tile will open automatically when Home view
is displayed when the iOS device is connected.
- If the CarPlay tile does not open automatically, tap the name of the device.
The CarPlay tile will open and compatible apps will be displayed.
- If any other app is active in the same tile, tap Apple CarPlay in
App view.
- The CarPlay tile will open and compatible apps will be displayed.
- Tap the desired app.
CarPlay will run in the background if another app is started, or is already active
when the device is connected, in the same view. To display CarPlay in the tile,
tap the CarPlay icon in App view.
Switching connection between CarPlay and iPod
CarPlay to iPod
- Tap Settings in the Top view.
- Proceed to Communication
Apple CarPlay.
- Uncheck the box for the iOS device that should no longer start CarPlay automatically
when the USB cable is connected.
- Remove and then reinsert the iOS device into the USB port.
- Open the iPod app from App view.
iPod to CarPlay
- Tap Apple CarPlay in App view.
- Read the information in the pop-up window and then tap OK.
- Remove and then reinsert the iOS device into the USB port.
- The Apple CarPlay tile will open and compatible apps will be displayed2.
1 Availability may vary depending on market.
2 Apple, CarPlay, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks
of Apple Inc.
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With CarPlay1, you can listen to music, make phone calls, get driving
instructions, send/ receive messages and use Siri, all while remaining focused on
driving...
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Settings for an iOS device connected through CarPlay1,2.
Automatic start
Tap Settings in the Top view.
Tap Communication Apple
CarPlay and select the desired setting:
Check the box - CarPlay will start automatically when the USB cable
is connected...
Other information:
The remote key is used to lock and unlock doors, the tailgate and the fuel
filler door. The remote key must be in the vehicle in order to start the engine.
Remote key1, Care Key and button-less key (Key Tag)*.
The remote key is not physically used to start the ignition because the vehicle
is standardequipped with keyless start (Passive Start)...
On our website, click the "Owner" tab in the upper left-hand side of the screen
and then click on the heading "Recall Information". Enter the vehicle identification
number (VIN), which can be found at the bottom of the windshield. If your vehicle
has any open Recalls, they will be displayed on this page...