Lincoln Continental (2019 year). Instruction — part 26

CD and CD Player Information

Note: CD units play commercially pressed
4.7 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due
to technical incompatibility, certain
recordable and re-recordable compact discs
may not function correctly when used in the
vehicle’s CD player.

Note: Do not insert CDs with homemade
paper (adhesive) labels into the CD player
as the label may peel and cause the CD to
become jammed. You should use a
permanent felt tip marker rather than
adhesive labels on your homemade CDs.
Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Ask an
authorized dealer for more information.

Note: Do not use any irregularly shaped
discs or discs with a scratch protection film
attached.

Always handle discs by their edges only.
Clean the disc with an approved CD cleaner
only. Wipe it from the center of the disc
toward the edge. Do not clean in a circular
motion.

Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat
sources for extended periods.

MP3 and WMA Track and Folder
Structure

Audio systems capable of recognizing and
playing MP3 and WMA individual tracks and
folder structures work as follows:
•

There are two different modes for MP3
and WMA disc playback: MP3 and WMA
track mode (system default) and MP3 and
WMA folder mode.

•

MP3 and WMA track mode ignores any
folder structure on the MP3 and WMA
disc. The player numbers each MP3 and
WMA track on the disc (noted by the MP3
or WMA file extension) from T001 to a
maximum of T255. The maximum number
of playable MP3 and WMA files may be
less depending on the structure of the
CD and exact model of radio present.

•

MP3 and WMA folder mode represents
a folder structure consisting of one level
of folders. The CD player numbers all
MP3 and WMA tracks on the disc (noted
by the MP3 or WMA file extension) and
all folders containing MP3 and WMA files,
from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253
T255.

•

Creating discs with only one level of
folders helps with navigation through the
disc files.

If you are burning your own MP3 and WMA
discs, it is important to understand how the
system reads the structures you create. While
various files may be present (files with
extensions other than MP3 and WMA), only
files with the MP3 and WMA extension are
played; other files are ignored by the system.
This enables you to use the same MP3 and
WMA disc for a variety of tasks on your work
computer, home computer and your
in-vehicle system.

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In track mode, the system displays and plays
the structure as if it were only one level deep
(all MP3 and WMA files play, regardless of
being in a specific folder). In folder mode,
the system only plays the MP3 and WMA files
in the current folder.

AUDIO UNIT

WARNING: Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

Note: The touchscreen system controls most
of the audio features.

Adjusting the Volume

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Turn to adjust the volume.

Changing Radio Stations

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In radio mode, turn to search through the
radio frequency band.

In satellite radio mode, turn to find the
previous or next available satellite radio
station.

Ejecting the CD

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Press and release the button to
eject a CD.

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Inserting a CD

Insert a CD into the CD slot.

Note: The CD player slot is in the front
storage compartment. See Center Console
(page 173).

Selecting the Audio Modes

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Press and release the button to
access different audio modes, for
example AM, FM and CD.

Switching the Audio Unit On and Off

Press and release the button.

Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse

In radio mode, select a frequency band and
press and release either button. The system
stops at the first station it finds in that
direction.

In CD mode, press and release to select the
next or previous track. Press and hold to
move quickly forward or backward through
the current track.

In satellite radio mode, press and release to
select the next or previous satellite radio
station. If you select a specific category (such
as jazz, rock or news) press to find the next
or previous station in the category you select.

Rear Passenger Audio Controls

(If Equipped)

Adjusting the Volume

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Turn to adjust the volume.

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Using Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse

In radio mode, press either button to scroll
through the presets from the front radio. To
select a radio station, press and hold to move
quickly forward or backward through the
radio stations.

In CD or USB mode, press to select the next
or previous track. Press and hold to move
quickly forward or backward through the
selected media source.

Selecting the Audio Modes

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Press and release the button to
access different media modes, for
example AM, FM, CD, and USB.

Switching the Display On and Off

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Press and release the button.

DIGITAL RADIO

Note: HD Radio broadcasts are not available
in all markets.

HD Radio technology is the digital evolution
of analog AM/FM radio. Your system has a
special receiver that allows it to receive
digital broadcasts, where available, in
addition to the analog broadcasts, it already
receives. Digital broadcasts provide a better
sound quality than analog broadcasts with
free, crystal-clear audio and no static or
distortion. For more information, and a guide
to available stations and programming,
please visit www.hdradio.com.

When HD Radio is on and you tune to a
station broadcasting HD Radio technology,
you may notice the HD Radio logo on your
screen. When this logo is available, you may
also see Title and Artist fields on-screen.

The multicast indicator appears in FM mode,
only, if the current station is broadcasting
multiple digital broadcasts. The highlighted
numbers signify available digital channels
where new or different content is available.
HD1 signifies the main programming status
and is available in analog and digital
broadcasts. Other multicast stations, HD2
through HD7, are only available digitally.

When HD Radio broadcasts are active, you
can access the following functions:
•

Memory presets allow you to save an
active channel as a memory preset.
Touch and hold a memory preset slot
until the sound returns. There is a brief
mute while the radio saves the station.
Sound returns when finished. When
switching to an HD2 or HD3 memory
preset, the sound mutes before the
digital audio plays, because the system
has to reacquire the digital signal.

Note: As with any saved radio station, you
cannot access the saved station if your
vehicle is outside the station’s reception
area.

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HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting

Potential reception issues

If you are listening to a multicast station and you are on the fringe of the reception area, the station may mute
due to weak signal strength.

Reception area

If you are listening to HD1, the system switches back to the analog broadcast until the digital broadcast is
available again. However, if you are listening to any of the possible HD2-HD7 multicast channels, the station
mutes and stays muted unless it is able to connect to the digital signal again.

When the system first receives a station, aside from HD2-HD7 multicast stations, it first plays the station in the
analog version. Once the receiver verifies the station is an HD Radio station, it shifts to the digital version.
Depending on the station quality, you may hear a slight sound change when the station changes from analog
to digital. Blending is the shift from analog to digital sound or digital back to analog sound.

Station blending

In order to provide the best possible
experience, use the contact form to report
any station issues found while listening to a
station broadcasting with HD Radio
technology. Independent entities own and
operate each station. These stations are
responsible for the accuracy of all audio
streams and data fields.

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Potential station issues

Action

Cause

Issues

No action required. This is a broadcast issue.

This is poor time alignment by the radio
broadcaster.

Echo, stutter, skip or repeat in audio.
Increase or decrease in audio volume.

No action required. The reception issue may
clear up as you continue to drive.

The radio is shifting between analog and
digital audio.

Sound fading or blending in and out.

No action required. This is normal behavior.
Wait until the audio is available.

The digital multicast is not available until the
HD Radio broadcast is decoded. Once
decoded, the audio is available.

There is an audio mute delay when selecting
HD2 or HD3, multicast preset or Direct Tune.

No action required. The station is not avail-
able in your current location.

The previously stored multicast preset or
direct tune is not available in your current
reception area.

Cannot access HD2 or HD3 multicast channel
when recalling a preset or from a direct tune.

Fill out the station issue form at website listed

below.

1

Data service issue by the radio broadcaster.

Text information does not match currently
playing audio.

Fill out the station issue form at website listed

below.

1

Data service issue by the radio broadcaster.

There is no text information shown for
currently selected frequency.

1

http://hdradio.com/stations/feedback

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HD Radio Technology manufactured under
license from iBiquity Digital Corporation and
foreign patents. HD Radio and the HD and
HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks
of DTS Ford Motor Company and DTS are
not responsible for the content sent using
HD Radio technology. Content may be
changed, added or deleted at any time at
the station owner's discretion.

SATELLITE RADIO

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio broadcasts a
variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic
and entertainment satellite radio channels.
For more information and a complete list of
SiriusXM satellite radio channels, visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call SiriusXM
at 1-888-539-7474.

Note: This receiver includes the eCos
real-time operating system. eCos is
published under the eCos License.

Satellite Radio Reception Factors

Potential satellite radio reception issues

For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and
other material as far away from the antenna as possible.

Antenna obstructions

Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

Terrain

When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
the audio system may mute.

Station overload

Your display may show ACQUIRING . . . to indicate the interference and the audio system may mute.

Satellite radio signal interfer-
ence

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SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service

Note: SiriusXM reserves the unrestricted
right to change, rearrange, add or delete
programming including canceling, moving
or adding particular channels, and its prices,
at any time, with or without notice to you.
Ford Motor Company shall not be
responsible for any such programming
changes.

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SiriusXM satellite radio is a
subscription-based satellite radio service that
broadcasts a variety of music, sports, news,
weather, traffic and entertainment
programming. Your factory-installed SiriusXM
satellite radio system includes hardware and
a limited subscription term, which begins on
the date of sale or lease of your vehicle. See
an authorized dealer for availability.

For more information on extended
subscription terms (a service fee is required),
the online media player and a complete list
of SiriusXM satellite radio channels, and
other features, please visit www.siriusxm.com
in the United States, www.siriusxm.ca in
Canada, or call SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial
Number (ESN)

You need your ESN to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account. When in
satellite radio mode, tune to channel 0.

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Troubleshooting

Action

Condition

Message

No action required. This message should
disappear shortly.

Radio requires more than two seconds to
produce audio for the selected channel.

Acquiring…

If this message does not clear shortly, or with
an ignition key cycle, your receiver may have
a fault. See an authorized dealer for service.

There is an internal module or system failure
present.

Satellite antenna fault

SIRIUS system failure

Tune to another channel or choose another
preset.

The channel is no longer available.

Invalid Channel

Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to
subscribe to the channel, or tune to another
channel.

Your subscription does not include this
channel.

Unsubscribed Channel

The signal is blocked. When you move into an
open area, the signal should return.

The signal is lost from the SiriusXM satellite
or SiriusXM tower to your vehicle antenna.

No Signal

No action required. The process may take up
to three minutes.

Update of channel programming in progress.

Updating…

Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474 to resolve
subscription issues.

Your satellite service is no longer available.

Questions? Call

1-888-539-7474

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Action

Condition

Message

Use the channel guide to turn off the Lock or
Skip function on that station.

All the channels in the selected category are
either skipped or locked.

None found

Check Channel Guide

No action required.

SiriusXM has updated the channels available
for your vehicle.

Subscription Updated

USB PORT

(IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

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The USB port allows you to plug in media
playing devices, memory sticks and charge
devices, if supported.

MEDIA HUB

WARNING: Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

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The media hub may be on the instrument
panel or center console.

The media hub may contain one or more of
the following inputs:

See USB Port (page 416).

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING: Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.

Getting to Know Your System

The SYNC 3 system allows you to interact
with a variety of features using the
touchscreen and voice commands. By
integrating with your Bluetooth enabled
phone, the touchscreen provides easy
interaction with audio, multimedia, climate
control, navigation, and your phone's SYNC
3 compatible apps.

Using the Touchscreen

To operate the touchscreen, you can simply
touch the item or option that you want to
select. The button changes color when you
select it.

The SYNC 3 layout allows you to quickly
select the feature you wish to use.

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Action and Description

Menu Item

Item

This bar displays icons and messages pertaining to current system activities including climate
settings, voice commands and phone functions such as text messages.

Status Bar

A

This button is available on the main screens. Pressing it takes you to the home screen view.

Home

B

This shows the current time. You can set the clock instructionly or have it controlled by the vehicle's
GPS location. See Settings (page 485).

Clock

C

This displays the current outside temperature.

Outside Temperature

D

You can touch any of the buttons on this bar to select a feature.

Feature Bar

E

The touchscreen allows you quick access to
all of your comfort, navigation,
communication and entertainment options.
Using the status and feature bar you can
quickly select the feature you want to use.

Note: Your system is equipped with a feature
that allows you to access and control audio
features for 10 minutes after you switch the
ignition off (and no doors open).

The Status Bar

Additional icons also display in the status bar
depending on market, vehicle options and
current operation. If a feature is not active,
the icon does not display. Certain icons may
move to the left or right depending on what
options are active.

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Description

Item

Callout

This shows the temperature the driver selects through the climate control system.

Driver Temperature

A

When you activate the heated steering wheel option on the touch screen, this icon
displays. It only displays when there is not a physical button for the heated steering
wheel.

Heated steering wheel

B

(If equipped)

When the passenger's temperature has been adjusted and is no longer linked to the
driver's temperature, it displays here. If Dual is turned off and the temperatures are
linked, the passenger's temperature does not display.

Passenger Temperature

C

This icon displays when your phone's microphone is muted. A caller cannot hear you.

Microphone Mute

D

This icon displays when the audio system is muted.

Mute

E

This icon appears when SYNC 3 receives a software update. Pressing the icon shows
more details about the new software.

Download

F

This icon appears if a Wi-Fi network is connected.

Wi-Fi

G

An available Wi-Fi network is within range.

Wi-Fi in Range

H

This icon displays the phone signal strength and the roaming signal strength.

Signal Strength

I

This icon displays when you receive a text message on your phone.

Text Message

J

This icon displays when 911 Assist is set to off and your phone is connected to SYNC.

911 Assist Off

K

This icon displays when a phone call is active.

In-Call

L

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