Lincoln Continental (2020 year). Manual in english — page 27

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.

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Note: Depending on your vehicle option
package, the controls may look different
from what you see here.

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

(If Equipped)

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Press and release the button to
eject a CD.

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Inserting a CD

(If Equipped)

Insert a CD into the CD slot.

Note: The CD player slot is in the front
storage compartment. See Center Console
(page 178).

Selecting the Audio Modes

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

Setting a Memory Preset

Tune to a station then press and hold one of
the memory preset buttons on the
touchscreen. The audio mutes briefly while
the system saves the station and returns
once the station is stored.

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)

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Note: Depending on your vehicle option
package, the controls may look different
from what you see here.

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Adjusting the Volume

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Turn to adjust the volume.

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

(IF EQUIPPED)

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.

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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:
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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.

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

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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.

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.

Locating Your ESN

With satellite radio as the source, use the
touchscreen to select the following:

1. Select Settings. See Settings (page 486).

2. Select SiriusXM.
3. Select SiriusXM information.

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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

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 is below the climate control
and in the center console.

You can use the USB port to play media and
charge a device.

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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.

About SYNC

The system allows you to interact with the
entertainment, information and
communication systems on your vehicle
using voice commands and a touchscreen.
The system provides easy interaction with
audio, phone, navigation, mobile apps and
settings.

Note: You can switch the system on and use
it for up to an hour without switching the
ignition on.

Note: You can use the system after you
switch the ignition off for up to 10 minutes or
until you open a door.

Note: For your safety, some features are
speed-dependent. Their use is limited to
when your vehicle speed is less than 3 mph
(5 km/h).

Using the Touchscreen

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Status bar.

A

Home screen.

B

Clock. See Settings (page 486).

C

Outside air temperature.

D

Feature bar.

E

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Status Bar

Cell phone microphone muted.

Audio system muted.

Software update installed.

Wi-Fi connected.

Cell phone roaming.

Text message received.

Automatic crash notification system
off.

Cell phone network signal
strength.

Vehicle data sharing on.

Vehicle location sharing on.

Vehicle data and vehicle location
sharing on.

Wireless charger active.

Feature Bar

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Select to use the radio, a USB, a
media player or a Bluetooth
device. See Entertainment (page

458).

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Select to adjust climate settings
See Climate (page 470).

Select to make calls and access
the phonebook on your cell phone.
See Phone (page 473).

Select to use the navigation
system. See Navigation (page 475).

Select to search for and use
compatible apps on your iOS or
Android device. See Apps (page

483).

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Select to adjust system settings.
See Settings (page 486).

Cleaning the Touchscreen

See Cleaning the Interior (page 345).

Updating the System

Updating the System Using a USB Drive

Downloading an Update

1. Go to the SYNC update page on the local

Ford website.

2. Download the update.

Note: The website notifies you if an update
is available.

3. Insert a USB drive into your computer.

Note: The USB drive needs to be empty and
meet the minimum requirements detailed on
the website.

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4. Follow the instructions provided to

download the update to the USB drive.

Installing an Update

Note: You can use the system when an
installation is in progress.

1. Disconnect all other USB devices from

the USB ports.

2. Connect the USB drive with the update

to a USB port.

Note: Installation starts automatically within
10 minutes.

Updating the System Using a Wi-Fi Network
Connection

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network

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Select the settings option on the
feature bar.

1. Select Automatic Updates.

2. Select System Wi-Fi.

3. Switch System Wi-Fi on.

4. Select Available Wi-Fi Networks.

5. Select an available Wi-Fi network.

Note: Enter the network password to
connect to a secure network.

Switching Automatic System Updates On

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Select the settings option on the
feature bar.

1. Select Automatic Updates.

2. Switch Automatic System Updates on.

The system is now set to check for and
receive system updates when it is connected
to a Wi-Fi network.

Note: You can use the system when a
download is in progress.

Note: If the system is disconnected from the
Wi-Fi network when a download is in
progress, the download continues the next
time the system is connected to a Wi-Fi
network.

Additional Information and Assistance

For additional information and assistance,
we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer or refer to the local Ford
website.

USING VOICE RECOGNITION

The system allows you to interact with the
entertainment, information and
communication systems on your vehicle
using voice commands. This allows you to
keep your hands on the steering wheel and
focus on what is in front of you.

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Press the voice control button on
the steering wheel and wait for the
voice prompt.

Note: Press the voice control button again
to interrupt a voice prompt and begin
speaking.

Note: Turn the volume control when a voice
prompt plays to adjust the volume.

Note: Press and hold the voice control
button on the steering wheel to use Siri on
your iOS device.

The following voice commands are designed
to help you from any screen:
•

List of Commands

•

Help

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The following tables list some of the more
frequently used voice commands. For a

complete list of voice commands, refer to
our website.

General

Description

Voice Command

Get a list of voice commands for a specific feature.

1

___ List of Commands

Cancel an active voice session.

Cancel

Get a list of voice commands for a specific feature.

1

___ Help

Return to the previous screen.

Go back

Go to the main menu.

Main Menu

Go to the next page.

Next Page

Go to the previous page.

Previous Page

1

Add the name of the feature to the command.

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Entertainment

Audio Source

Description

Voice Command

Use the radio.

Radio

Use the CD player.

CD Player

Use a Bluetooth device.

Bluetooth Stereo

Use a USB or media player.

USB

Radio

Description

Voice Command

Listen to AM radio.

AM

Tune to a specific AM frequency.

1

AM ___

Listen to SiriusXM radio.

2

Sirius Channel ___

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Description

Voice Command

Listen to FM radio.

FM

Tune to a specific FM frequency.

1

FM ___

1

Add the radio frequency to two decimal places to the command.

2

You can say the Sirius channel name or number such as "Sirius Channel 16" or "Sirius The Pulse".

USB and Media Player

Description

Voice Command

Play your music by category.

1

Play Album ___

Play Artist ___

Play Genre ___

Play Playlist ___

Play Song ___

Play Audiobook ___

Play Podcast ___

Browse music on a USB device.

Browse All Albums

Browse All Artists

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Description

Voice Command

Browse All Audiobooks

Browse All Genres

Browse All Playlists

Browse All Podcasts

Browse All Songs

Browse your music by category on a USB device.

1

Browse Album ___

Browse Artist ___

Browse Audiobook ___

Browse Genre ___

Browse Playlist ___

Browse Podcast ___

1

Add an album name, artist name, audiobook name, genre name, playlist name, podcast name or track name to the command. Say the name

exactly as it appears on your device.

Climate

(If Equipped)

You can control the temperature of the
vehicle using voice commands.

___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that for
climate voice commands it can be the
desired degrees for the temperature setting.

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