Ford Taurus X (2009 year). Manual — part 10

Sample MP3 structure

If you are burning your own MP3
discs, it is important to understand
how the system will read the
structures you create. While various
files may be present, (files with
extensions other than mp3), only
files with the .mp3 extension will be
played. Other files will be ignored
by the system. This enables you to
use the same MP3 disc for a variety
of tasks on your work computer,
home computer and your in vehicle
system.

In track mode, the system will display and play the structure as if it were
only one level deep (all .mp3 files will be played, regardless of being in a
specific folder). In folder mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files
in the current folder.
Satellite radio information (if equipped)
Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music, news,
sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For
more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels,
visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.sirius-canada.ca in
Canada, or call SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474.
Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your
vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the
roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an
unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio
system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite
radio reception performance:
• Antenna obstructions: 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.

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• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway

overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can
interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating

tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an
audio mute.

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is
a satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO
SIGNAL to indicate the interference.

SIRIUS satellite radio service: SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription
based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news and
entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive
SIRIUS service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed
SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include:
• Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of

sale or lease of the vehicle.

• Use of online media player providing access to all SIRIUS music

channels over the internet using any computer connected to the
internet (U.S. customers only).

For information on extended subscription terms, contact SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474.

Note: SIRIUS 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.

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12–digit
Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your
satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating
with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on
the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously.

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Radio Display

Condition

Action Required

ACQUIRING

Radio requires more
than two seconds to

produce audio for

the selected

channel.

No action required. This

message should disappear

shortly.

SAT FAULT

Internal module or

system failure

present.

If this message does not clear

within a short period of time,

or with an ignition key cycle,

your receiver may have a fault.

See your authorized dealer for

service.

INVALID CHNL

Channel no longer

available.

This previously available

channel is no longer available.

Tune to another channel. If

the channel was one of your

presets, you may choose

another channel for that

preset button.

UNSUBSCRIBED

Subscription not
available for this

channel.

Contact SIRIUS at

1–888–539–7474 to subscribe

to the channel or tune to

another channel.

NO TEXT

Artist information

not available.

Artist information not available

at this time on this channel.

The system is working

properly.

NO TEXT

Song title

information not

available.

Song title information not

available at this time on this

channel. The system is

working properly.

NO TEXT

Category

information not

available.

Category information not

available at this time on this

channel. The system is

working properly.

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Radio Display

Condition

Action Required

NO SIGNAL

Loss of signal from

the SIRIUS satellite

or SIRIUS tower to

the vehicle antenna.

You are in a location that is

blocking the SIRIUS signal

(i.e., tunnel, under an

overpass, dense foliage, etc).

The system is working

properly. When you move into

an open area, the signal

should return.

UPDATING

Update of channel

programming in

progress.

No action required. The

process may take up to three

minutes.

CALL SIRIUS
1–888–539–7474

Satellite service has

been deactivated by

SIRIUS Satellite

Radio.

Call SIRIUS at

1–888–539–7474 to re-activate

or resolve subscription issues.

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that

drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System
(FES) which allows you to listen to audio CDs, MP3 discs, watch DVDs
and to plug in and play a variety of standard video game systems. The
DVD player is capable of playing standard DVDs, CDs, MP3s and is
compatible with CD-R/W, CD-R and certain CD-ROM media.

Please review this material to become familiar with the FES features and
controls as well as the very important safety information.

Quick start

Your Family Entertainment System includes a DVD system, two sets of
wireless infrared (IR) headphones and a wireless infrared (IR) remote
control.

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