Ford Focus (2017 year). Manual — part 90

Function

Button

Composers

This button allows you to choose a specific
letter to view within the category you are
browsing.

A-Z Jump

If available, this allows you to browse the
folders and files on your USB device.

Explore Device

USB Ports

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The USB ports are in the center console or
behind a small access door in the
instrument panel.

This feature allows you to plug in USB
media devices, memory sticks, flash drives
or thumb drives, and charge devices if they
support this feature.

Select this option to play audio from your
USB device.

Apps

The system supports the use of certain
audio apps such as Pandora or iHeartRadio
through a USB or bluetooth-enabled
device.

Each app gives you different on-screen
options depending on the app's content.
See Apps (page 377).

Supported Media Players, Formats
and Metadata Information

The system is capable of hosting nearly
any digital media player, including iPod,
iPhone, and most USB drives.

Supported audio formats include MP3,
WMA, WAV, AAC, and FLAC.

Supported audio file extensions include
MP3, WMA, WAV, M4A, M4B, AAC, and
FLAC.

Supported USB file systems include: FAT,
exFAT, and NTFS.

SYNC 3 is also able to organize the media
from your USB device by metadata tags.
Metadata tags, which are descriptive
software identifiers embedded in the
media files, provide information about the
file.

If your indexed media files contain no
information embedded in these metadata
tags, SYNC 3 may classify the empty
metadata tags as unknown.

SYNC 3 is capable of indexing up to
50,000 songs per USB device, for up to 10
devices.

PHONE

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.

Hands-free calling is one of the main
features of the system. Once you pair your
cell phone, you can access many options
using the touchscreen or voice commands.
While the system supports a variety of
features, many are dependent on your cell
phone’s functionality.

Pairing Your Cell Phone for the
First Time

Pair your Bluetooth-enabled phone with
the system before using the functions in
hands-free mode.

Switch on Bluetooth on your device to
begin pairing. See your phone’s manual if
necessary.

To add a phone, select:

Menu Item

Add Phone

1.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

2. A prompt alerts you to search for the

system on your phone.

3. Select your vehicle's make and model

as it displays on your phone.

4. Confirm that the six-digit number

appearing on your phone matches the
six-digit number on the touchscreen.

5. The touchscreen indicates when the

pairing is successful.

6. Your phone may prompt you to give

the system permission to access
information. To check your phone’s
compatibility, see your phone’s manual
or visit the website.

Alternatively, to add a phone, select:

Menu Item

Add Phone

Then select:

Discover Other Bluetooth Devices

1.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

2. Select your phone's name when it

appears on the touchscreen.

3. Confirm that the six-digit number

appearing on your phone matches the
six-digit number on the touchscreen.

4. The touchscreen indicates when the

pairing is successful.

5. Your phone may prompt you to give

the system permission to access
information. To check your phone’s
compatibility, see your phone’s manual
or visit the website.

At a minimum, most cell phones with
Bluetooth wireless technology support the
following functions:
•

Answering an incoming call.

•

Ending a call.

•

Dialing a number.

•

Call waiting notification.

•

Caller identification.

Other features, such as text messaging
using Bluetooth and automatic phonebook
download, are phone-dependent features.

To check your phone’s compatibility,
see your phone’s manual or visit the
website:

Websites

owner.ford.com

Websites

www.syncmyride.ca

www.syncmaroute.ca

Phone Menu

This menu becomes available after pairing
a phone.

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Action and Description

Menu Item

Item

Displays your recent calls.

Recent Call
List

A

You can place a call by selecting an entry from this list.

Action and Description

Menu Item

Item

You can also sort the calls by selecting the drop down menu at
the top of the screen. You can choose:

Missed

Outgoing

Incoming

All

All of your contacts from your phone display in alphabetical
order.

Contacts

B

Selecting this button allows
you to choose a specific letter
to view.

A-Z Jump

Displays the name of your phone and takes you to the phone
settings options.

Phone
Settings

C

From this menu, you can pair subsequent devices, set ring tones
and alerts. See Settings (page 380).

Displays all recent text messages.

Text
Messages

D

Use this keypad to dial in a phone number.

Phone
Keypad

E

Use the backspace button to delete numbers.

Press this button to begin a
call.

Call

Touch this button to send all calls directly to your voicemail.
New text message notifications are not displayed on the screen
and all ringtones and alerts are set to silent.

Do Not
Disturb

F

Users with phones having voice services
may see a button to access the feature.
For example, iPhone users see a Siri button.
A press and hold of the voice button on the
steering wheel also accesses this feature.

Making Calls

There are many ways to make calls from
the SYNC 3 system, including using voice
commands. See Using Voice
Recognition (page 348). You can use the
touchscreen to place calls as well.