Page 1 Refer to P.14 for details on each of the different models. SUBARU STARLINK is the “in-car connectivity system” available on select Subaru vehicles. SUBARU CORPORATION, TOKYO, JAPAN “SUBARU” and the six-star cluster design are registered trademarks of SUBARU CORPORATION. ©Copyright 2020, SUBARU CORPORATION...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Quick Guide Basic Function Settings Phone Apps Audio Navigation System (If equipped) Voice Recognition System Appendix / What To Do If / Index...
Page 3 · Talking On The Bluetooth Phone... 104 · Bluetooth Phone Message Function... 106 · SUBARU STARLINK... 115 · Apple CarPlay... 121 · Android Auto... 124 · SiriusXM Travel Link... 127 · Basic Operation... 136 · Radio Operation... 143 · Media Operation... 158 · Audio Remote Controls... 173 ·...
Page 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION READ FIRST The symbols described below are found in this instruction We recommend that you wait until the positioning stabilizes manual as well as on the unit itself to ensure its proper and safe before starting to drive. usage and to prevent injury or damage to property.
Page 5 Useful information for the user is described. Be sure to read all materials such as manuals and warranties that come with the product. SUBARU CORPORATION is not responsible for problems that arise due to failure to follow these instructions. Changes to product specifications may result in differences between...
Page 6 INTRODUCTION PRECAUTIONS FOR USE l The driver should not change discs while driving. Inattention to road conditions ahead may result in an accident, so be sure to stop the vehicle in a safe place before performing the operation.* WARNING l The driver should not perform operations such as adding a location or setting the memory while driving.
Page 7 If such an abnormality occurs, stop using result in an injury.* the unit immediately and contact your SUBARU dealer. An l Do not touch the hot parts of the unit. The hot parts may burn you.
Page 8 INTRODUCTION NOTE NOTE SUBARU CORPORATION is not responsible for any damages to the This device is precision-engineered equipment and the recorded purchaser or third parties that occur from using the map data. data can be lost as a result of static electricity, electrical noise, We do not provide any replacements or refunds for any mistakes vibration, or other influences.
Page 9 INTRODUCTION SAFETY INSTRUCTION (11.6-inch display NOTE system/Dual 7.0-inch display system only) If the system functions unexpectedly such as an area other than the one touched being selected, or failure to respond when touched, there is a possibility that another finger or part of the hand is in contact with display.
Page 10 INTRODUCTION Do not use any feature of this system to the extent it becomes SAFETY INSTRUCTION (11.6-inch display with a distraction and prevents safe driving. The first priority while Navi system only) driving should always be the safe operation of the vehicle. While driving, be sure to observe all traffic regulations.
Page 11 INTRODUCTION While driving, listen to the voice instructions as much as possible and glance at the screen briefly and only when it is safe. However, do not totally rely on voice guidance. Use it just for reference. If the system cannot determine the current position correctly, there is a possibility of incorrect, late, or non-voice guidance.
Page 12 INTRODUCTION HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL Name Description Operational Outlines An outline of the operation is explained. Main Operations The steps of an operation are explained. Supplemental information Describes supplemental information relating to main operation. ● When a panel button should be selected, button names are shown as ●...
Page 13: Quick Guide
Quick Guide Quick Guide Radio Screen Overview System Types ž žž žž žž ž žž žž ž žž žž žž ž žž žž žž žž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžžž ®...
Page 14: System Types
SYSTEM TYPES SYSTEM TYPES This Owner’s Manual describes the following three types of system. Dual 7.0-inch 11.6-inch display 11.6-inch display display system system with Navi system Two 7.0-inch touch screen 11.6-inch touch screen 11.6-inch touch screen Display audio system Display audio system Display audio with Navigation system P.15...
Page 15 FUNCTION OVERVIEW FUNCTION OVERVIEW FUNCTION OVERVIEW MAIN FUNCTIONS Pairing (Bluetooth 4.2) P.21 - Two 7.0-inch touch screens Apps P.27 Features: Apple CarPlay P.121 Android Auto P.124 7.0-inch touch screen AM/FM radio P.30 HD Radio receiver P.145 SiriusXM® radio P.31 CD*: P.158 USB: P.160 iPod/iPhone: P.162 Media operation Bluetooth audio: P.165 AUX: P.168 Phone...
Page 16 MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Meter cluster linked display Two 7.0-inch touch screen displays have Adoption of intuitive and easy-to-use been adopted. Information can be displayed smartphone-like graphical user interface seamlessly between these displays and the display in the meter cluster. Function description display function Function descriptions or operation hints can be displayed when an...
Page 17 MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Customized home screen layout Apple CarPlay / Android Auto P.72 Frequently used functions and operations can be added to Support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allows the home screen. access to functions such as maps, phone calls, and music. Example: For calling specific phone numbers, listening to specific radio stations, etc.
Page 18 BASIC FUNCTION BASIC FUNCTION Displays the home screen BUTTON OVERVIEW TOUCH SCREEN Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly with your finger. P.66 Turn the knob to select a radio station or skip to the next or previous track/file. Drag Press and hold the knob to display the sound...
Page 19 BASIC FUNCTION HOME SCREEN Apps SCREEN Settings SCREEN Phone SCREEN P.27 P.34 P.24 Set a driver profile Status display P.71 P.23 Frequently used functions and Radio SCREEN Media SCREEN operations can be added to the home screen. P.72 Button positions can be changed freely.
Page 20 BASIC FUNCTION CAR INFORMATION/CLIMATE CONTROL SCREEN The settings of driving related functions The settings of various vehicle related functions can be etc. can be changed. changed. Refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. For settings related to EyeSight, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the EyeSight system.
Page 21 BASIC FUNCTION PAIRING THE SYSTEM WITH A Bluetooth PHONE/DEVICE Display the phone screen. Operate the Bluetooth phone/device. Turn the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth phone/device ON and select Prepare the Bluetooth the vehicle's device name. phone/ device to be paired. Register the Bluetooth phone/device.
Page 22: Basic Function
BASIC FUNCTION ADDING A Bluetooth PHONE/DEVICE Adding from the Adding from the Adding from the phone screen Bluetooth audio screen settings screen...
Page 23 BASIC FUNCTION CREATE A DRIVER PROFILE Add a new profile. Select a language. Registering a Bluetooth phone Procedure complete. Enter a name.
Page 24 BASIC FUNCTION Phone SCREEN Call or send a text message* to Call or send a text message* to a a recent contact contact in the phonebook on the P.101,109 Bluetooth connected phone P.103,109 Call or send a text message* to Check or reply* to a registered favorite messages/place calls from...
Page 25 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Receiving Calls and Using the Bluetooth Phone - Incoming call screen is displayed. In-call screen is displayed. Switch to call End call with other party Mute the connected Transfer call to smartphone’s voice Bluetooth phone Keypad In-call screen display and operation may differ, or may not be possible depending on the Bluetooth phone used.
Page 26 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Receiving a Message* - Incoming text screen is displayed. Message screen is displayed. When there are unread messages in the message inbox Having messages Calling the message read out sender Replying to a message - Operation Flow: Sending a Message* from the Phonebook - Select a contact from phonebook.
Page 27 Apps SCREEN Usable applications SUBARU STARLINK The SUBARU STARLINK app allows users to connect a smartphone to the system, using either Bluetooth or undamaged genuine USB cable (recommended), and access to various music, navigation, vehicle guide applications, and much more.
Page 28 BASIC FUNCTION Apple CarPlay Apple CarPlay can be used to view Apple Maps, play music, and place calls by connecting an Apple CarPlay device to the system. Supported applications can also be run. To use the Apple CarPlay application, connect an Apple CarPlay device to the USB port with undamaged genuine USB cable.
Page 29 BASIC FUNCTION SiriusXM Travel Link SiriusXM Travel Link is a service provided by SiriusXM® Radio, and can be used to view information on fuel prices, sports, stocks, weather, weather alert and parking. P.127 To receive the data service information in the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM® Radio Service is necessary following a free trial.
Page 30 BASIC FUNCTION PAUSE AND PLAYBACK LIVE Radio SCREEN RADIO Select to scan for Change receivable stations/ radio mode Skip backward Skip forward channels. Pause/play Depending on the radio broadcast, the broadcast can be temporarily saved and Select to display a list played back later.
Page 31 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Presetting a Radio Station - Select the radio band and the Register the radio station. radio station. Mix preset function Multiple stations can be registered as presets. (AM, FM or SiriusXM® Radio) P.144,153 A valid subscription to SiriusXM® Select and hold one of the Radio is required to receive satellite preset buttons.
Page 32 BASIC FUNCTION SUPPORTED MEDIA Media SCREEN P.177 USB/iPod/iPhone P.180 Bluetooth audio P.75 Change to other Bluetooth audio device/ register new device (Bluetooth audio) Change media source Playback tracks and programs, etc. in a variety of playback Random modes playback on/off Audio CDs*: Repeat all tracks →...
Page 33 BASIC FUNCTION LOADING AND UNLOADING A DISC* CONNECTING A USB MEMORY DEVICE/ Loading a disc Unloading a disc PORTABLE DEVICE Insert the disc with the label side facing the rear of the vehicle. *: If equipped with a CD player - Operation Flow: Using Playback Modes - Display the playback mode list.
Page 34 BASIC FUNCTION Settings SCREEN General Sound Phone Radio P.83 P.90 P.77 P.91...
Page 35 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Setting the Clock Manually - Display the clock settings screen. Under normal conditions, when a Bluetooth phone is connected to the system, the clock will be adjusted automatically. If the clock is not adjusted automatically or a Bluetooth phone is not connected, it is necessary to adjust the clock manually.
Page 36 STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS RADIO Some parts of the audio system Press: Preset station/channel up/down can be controlled using Press and hold: Scan and stop at the the steering wheel controls. first received station when the switch is P.173 released MEDIA...
Page 37 FUNCTION OVERVIEW FUNCTION OVERVIEW FUNCTION OVERVIEW MAIN FUNCTIONS Pairing (Bluetooth 4.2) P.42 - 11.6-inch touch screen Features: Navigation system* P.50 (Map) button* Apps P.56 Apple CarPlay P.121 Android Auto P.124 (Map) button* AM/FM radio P.52 HD Radio receiver P.145 SiriusXM® radio P.53 : P.158 USB: P.160 iPod/iPhone: P.162 Media operation...
Page 38 MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Meter cluster linked display A large 11.6-inch touch screen display has Adoption of intuitive and easy-to-use been adopted. Information can be displayed seamlessly between this display and the display smartphone-like graphical user interface in the meter cluster. Function description display function Function descriptions or operation hints can be displayed when an...
Page 39 MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Expandable map screen* Customized home screen layout P.72 The map screen can be expanded to fill more of the Frequently used functions and operations can be added to display. the home screen. Example: For calling specific phone numbers, listening to specific radio stations, etc.
Page 40 BASIC FUNCTION BASIC FUNCTION OVERVIEW Information display area Status display area TOUCH SCREEN P.71 Refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual. Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly with your finger. P.66 Turn the knob to select a radio station or skip to the next or previous track/file.
Page 41 BASIC FUNCTION HOME SCREEN Map SCREEN* Radio SCREEN Media SCREEN *: If equipped *: If equipped P.50 P.52 P.54 Car information SCREEN Phone SCREEN P.45 P.46 Frequently used functions and Apps SCREEN Settings SCREEN operations can be added to the home screen.
Page 42 BASIC FUNCTION PAIRING THE SYSTEM WITH A Bluetooth PHONE/DEVICE Register the Operate the Bluetooth phone/device. Display the phone screen. Bluetooth phone/ device. If a confirmation message appears asking whether to transfer the phone’s contact data to the system, select the appropriate button. Turn the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth phone/device ON and Prepare the...
Page 43 BASIC FUNCTION ADDING A Bluetooth PHONE/DEVICE Adding from the Adding from the Adding from the phone screen Bluetooth audio screen settings screen...
Page 44 BASIC FUNCTION CREATE A DRIVER PROFILE Add a new profile. Select a language. Registering a Bluetooth phone Procedure complete. Enter a name.
Page 45 BASIC FUNCTION Car information SCREEN Displays the operating status of vehicle The current setting of various vehicle Setup and display vehicle part functions, vehicle status, and vehicle functions and a brief description of replacement intervals. inclination. each function can be viewed. Refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Page 46 BASIC FUNCTION Phone SCREEN Call or send a text message* to Call or send a text message* to a a recent contact contact in the phonebook on the P.101,109 Bluetooth connected phone P.103,109 Check or reply* to Call or send a text message* to messages/place calls from a registered favorite received message list...
Page 47 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Receiving Calls and Using the Bluetooth Phone - Incoming call screen is displayed. In-call screen is displayed. Mute the connected Keypad smartphone’s Transfer call to voice Bluetooth phone Switch to call End call with other party In-call screen display and operation may differ, or may not be possible depending on the Bluetooth phone used.
Page 48 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Receiving a Message* - Incoming text screen is displayed. Message screen is displayed. When there are unread messages in the message inbox Having messages Calling the message read out sender Replying to a message *: If available (for iOS only reception possible)
Page 49 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Sending a Message* from the Phonebook - Select a contact from phonebook. Select the message icon next to the desired number. The notification setting on the Bluetooth phone may need to be activated in order to download the phonebook. If the phonebook download setting is off and a phonebook has not been downloaded, a message will be displayed and the phonebook of the connected Bluetooth phone can be downloaded.
Page 50 BASIC FUNCTION Map SCREEN* CURRENT POSITION MAP Search by address or category (Points of Interest) Current vehicle position (facing direction of travel) Zoom in Zoom out Current street Touch the current street name to register your current location as Menu button a favorite or recalculate the route Speed limit avoiding that road.
Page 51 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Route Guidance - Display the destination Search for your destination. Select your destination. search menu. Predicted search results will automatically appear as you type. Start a search by typing an address or category Destinations matching the (Points of Interest).
Page 52 BASIC FUNCTION PAUSE AND PLAYBACK LIVE Radio SCREEN RADIO Change radio mode Select to scan for receivable stations/ Select to change channels. multicast channels available (FM). Skip backward Skip forward Pause/play Select to display a list of receivable stations Depending on the radio (AM/FM).
Page 53 BASIC FUNCTION - Operation Flow: Presetting a Radio Station - Select the radio band and the Register the radio station. radio station. Mix preset function Multiple stations can be registered as presets. (AM, FM or SiriusXM® Radio) P.144,153 A valid subscription to SiriusXM® Select and hold one of the Radio is required to receive satellite preset buttons.
Page 54 BASIC FUNCTION SUPPORTED MEDIA Media SCREEN P.177 USB/iPod/iPhone P.180 Bluetooth audio P.75 Change media source Change to other Bluetooth audio device/ register new device Change tracks (Bluetooth audio) Select and hold to fast rewind Pause/play Change tracks Playback tracks and Select and hold to fast programs, etc.
Page 55 BASIC FUNCTION LOADING AND UNLOADING A DISC* CONNECTING A USB MEMORY DEVICE/ Loading a disc Unloading a disc PORTABLE DEVICE Insert the disc with the label side facing the rear of the vehicle. *: If equipped with a CD player - Operation Flow: Using Playback Modes - Display the playback mode list.
Page 56 Download the SUBARU STARLINK app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. To use the SUBARU STARLINK application, connect your iPhone to the USB port or via Bluetooth, or connect your Android device via Bluetooth. P.115...
Page 57 For details on the services or the operations, check the Android Auto site (https://www.android.com/auto/) and (https://support.google.com/androidauto/). MySubaru Access SUBARU STARLINK from “SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security” for a variety of remote services. Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for “SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security”...
Page 58 BASIC FUNCTION SiriusXM Travel Link SiriusXM Travel Link is a service provided by SiriusXM® Radio, and can be used to view information on fuel prices, sports, stocks, weather, weather alert and parking. P.127 To receive the data service information in the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM® Radio Service is necessary following a free trial.
Page 59 BASIC FUNCTION Settings SCREEN General Sound Navigation Car* P.83 P.90 P.207 Phone Radio P.77 P.91 *: For settings related to EyeSight, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the EyeSight system. For all other functions and settings, refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Page 60 Select the manual mode. Adjust the clock. : 11.6-inch display with Navi system : 11.6-inch display system with SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security : 11.6-inch display system without SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security...
Page 61 STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS RADIO Some parts of the audio system Press: Preset station/channel up/down can be controlled using Press and hold: Scan and stop at the the steering wheel controls. first received station when the switch is P.173 released MEDIA...
Page 62 MEMO...
Page 63 Basic Function Entering Letters And Numbers/ Basic Information Before Operation List Screen Operation ž ž žž žž ž žž žž ž žž žž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž Initial Screen ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž žž ž žž žž žž ž žž ž Entering Letters And Numbers ž...
Page 64: Basic Information Before Operation
BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION INITIAL SCREEN I Agree Select (I Agree). INITIAL SCREEN WARNING l When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running, always apply the parking brake for safety. When the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC” or “ON” position, the initial screen will be displayed and the system will begin operating.
Page 65 If a disc is removed forcibly, the disc or player may be damaged. If foreign matter has entered the player or a disc cannot be ejected, contact your SUBARU dealer. Insert a disc into the disc slot. NOTE Discs can be unloaded even when the ignition switch is turned off.
Page 66 BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING TOUCH SCREEN GESTURES A USB MEMORY DEVICE/PORTABLE Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly DEVICE with your finger. Operation method Outline Main use CONNECTING A DEVICE Connect a device. Touch Changing and Quickly touch selecting various and release once.
Page 67 BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION TOUCH SCREEN OPERATION Operation method Outline Main use This system is operated mainly by the buttons on the screen. Swipe* • Scrolling the Quickly move (Referred to as screen buttons in this manual.) lists the screen by • Scrolling the ●...
Page 68 BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION ENTERING LETTERS AND NUMBERS/ NOTE LIST SCREEN OPERATION When is displayed on the screen, select to close a pop-up screen. If the touch screen is operated while wearing gloves, it may be ENTERING LETTERS AND NUMBERS unresponsive or may not function properly.
Page 69 BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION LIST SCREEN OPERATION Select to move the cursor. Input field The list screen can be scrolled by a swipe gesture. • The position of the cursor can be moved by selecting the For details on the operation: →P. 66 desired location in the input field.
Page 70 BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION SCREEN ADJUSTMENT Select to skip to the next or previous page. This indicates the displayed screen’s position. ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS Faster scrolling is possible by dragging the position indicator. Some lists contain character screen buttons which allow The brightness of the screen can be adjusted.
Page 71 BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION STATUS DISPLAY The status of the Bluetooth connection, etc. is displayed on the Poor Excellent screen. Display the level of Wi-Fi® Hotspot reception. When Wi-Fi® Hotspot function is off, no item is displayed. This icon is displayed when the Bluetooth connection is established.
Page 72 BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION HOME SCREEN OPERATION MOVING AND DELETING SHORTCUT ICONS Users can rearrange the home screen buttons when the home ADDING SHORTCUT ICONS TO THE HOME screen shortcut function is turned on. (→P.83) SCREEN Select and hold the shortcut icon to enter edit mode. Shortcut icons for various functions can be added to the home XWhen moving shortcut icons screen when the home screen shortcut function is turned on.
Page 73: Settings
Settings Bluetooth® Settings Other Settings Registering A Bluetooth Phone/ General Settings ž ž žž žž ž žž žž žž ž žž žž žž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž Device For The First Time General Settings Screen ž...
Page 74: Registering A Bluetooth Phone/Device For The First Time
Bluetooth® SETTINGS Bluetooth® SETTINGS REGISTERING A Bluetooth PHONE/ Turn the Bluetooth connection setting of your Bluetooth phone/device on. DEVICE FOR THE FIRST TIME ● This function is not available when the Bluetooth connection setting of your Bluetooth phone/device is set To use the hands-free system or the Bluetooth audio system, it is to off.
Page 75 Bluetooth® SETTINGS PROFILES This system supports the following services. Bluetooth Device Spec. Function Requirements Recommendations Registering a Bluetooth Bluetooth Phone/Device Bluetooth Specification Ver. 1.1 Ver. 4.2 phone/device Bluetooth Device Profile Function Requirements Recommendations HFP (Hands-Free Profile) Hands-free system Ver. 1.0 Ver.
Page 76 Bluetooth® SETTINGS NOTE If your cellular phone does not support HFP, registering the Bluetooth phone or using PBAP, MAP or SPP profiles individually will not be possible. If the connected Bluetooth phone/device version is older than recommended or incompatible, the Bluetooth phone/device function may not work properly.
Page 77: Phone Settings
Bluetooth® SETTINGS Bluetooth SETTINGS Setting phonebook/recent calls download: →P.82 Display the home screen. (→P.18, 40) Sorting the recent calls list and contacts list: →P.101 Select Settings (Settings). Deleting all favorites list: →P.102 → Phone (Phone) Setting the message: →P.107 Select the items to be set. Changing the device name PHONE SETTINGS SCREEN Setting Apple CarPlay: →P.122...
Page 78 Bluetooth® SETTINGS When this screen is displayed, search for the device name REGISTERING A Bluetooth PHONE/DEVICE displayed on this screen on the screen of your Bluetooth phone/device. Up to 5 Bluetooth phones/devices can be registered. Bluetooth compatible phones (HFP) and devices (AVP) can be registered simultaneously.
Page 79 Bluetooth® SETTINGS NOTE NOTE To re-register your Bluetooth phone/device after having deleted it 11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system from the system, operate the Bluetooth phone/device and register it only: When registering an NFC compatible device, registration is after deleting the previously registered system information from the performed when the Bluetooth phone/device is held against the NFC Bluetooth phone/device.
Page 80 Bluetooth® SETTINGS Select the Bluetooth phone/device to be connected or Check that “Connected” is displayed next to the Bluetooth disconnected. phone/device when the connection is complete. ● If an error message appears, follow the guidance on the X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system screen to try again.
Page 81 Bluetooth® SETTINGS CONNECTING MANUALLY DELETING Bluetooth PHONES/DEVICES When the auto connection has failed, it is necessary to connect Display the phone settings screen. (→P.77) Bluetooth phones/devices manually. Manage Devices Select (Manage Devices). Follow the “CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING Bluetooth → (Delete) Delete PHONE/DEVICE”.
Page 82 The profile version of the connected Bluetooth phone may not be compatible with transferring phonebook data. For details, contact your SUBARU dealer. When this function is activated, the phonebook data of the The notification setting on the Bluetooth phone may need to be connected phone will be downloaded automatically.
Page 83 OTHER SETTINGS OTHER SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS ● Birthday List (Birthday List) ● (Anniversary List) Anniversary List Display the home screen. (→P.18, 40) Select Settings (Settings). → General (General) Select the items to be set. GENERAL SETTINGS SCREEN For details about the following menu, refer to the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Page 84 Select to recover the SUBARU : 11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system only (SUBARU STARLINK Apps STARLINK. : Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for “SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Recovery) Security” for details. Select to turn the SUBARU : 11.6-inch display with Navi system only...
Page 85 OTHER SETTINGS SETTING Wi-Fi® CONNECTION (11.6-inch display SETTING UP A CONNECTION QUICKLY system/11.6-inch display with Navi system only) If a Wi-Fi® device is Wi-Fi® Protected Setup compatible, it can be connected to more quickly. CONNECTING TO A Wi-Fi® NETWORK Display the general settings screen. (→P.83) Wi-Fi Select ...
Page 86 OTHER SETTINGS ADDING A Wi-Fi® NETWORK DELETING A Wi-Fi® NETWORK Available networks which are not displayed by searching can be Display the general settings screen. (→P.83) added. Wi-Fi Select (Wi-Fi). Wi-Fi Display the general settings screen. (→P.83) Select (Wi-Fi) to turn the Wi-Fi® function off. Wi-Fi →...
Page 87 OTHER SETTINGS SUPPORTED Wi-Fi® NETWORK SPECIFICATIONS WARNING The system can connect to a Wi-Fi® network that supports the l Use Wi-Fi® devices only when safe and legal to do so. following standards. l This system is fitted with Wi-Fi® antennas. People with implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac...
Page 88 OTHER SETTINGS UPDATING THE SYSTEM DOWNLOAD UPDATE Display the home screen. (→P.40) Please ask your dealer to update the system software* Select Settings (Settings). 11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system → General (General) only: You may also update the system software via Wi-Fi®. The →...
Page 89 : 11.6-inch display with Navi system When installation is complete, select (OK) on the : 11.6-inch display system with SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security : 11.6-inch display system without SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security confirmation message to complete the update process.
Page 90 OTHER SETTINGS SOUND SETTINGS Sound Customization (Sound Customization): Select to display the sound customization screen. (→P.138) Display the home screen. (→P.18, 40) Sound Restorer (Sound Restorer)* : Select to turn the Select Settings (Settings). sound restorer function on/off. → This function plays compressed audio with quality near Sound (Sound) original sound by adding the complement signal of high...
Page 91 OTHER SETTINGS RADIO SETTINGS Select to adjust the tone sound volume. Display the home screen. (→P.18, 40) Select to adjust the ringtone volume. Select Settings (Settings). Select to adjust the volume of a received call. → Radio (Radio) Select to adjust the call volume. SETTING AM/FM RADIO Select to adjust the SMS/MMS ringtone volume.
Page 92 OTHER SETTINGS DISPLAYING THE BOOKMARK DETAILS DELETING THE BOOKMARK Cover art/track title/artist/album name are displayed for Display the AM settings screen or FM settings screen. bookmarked tracks. (→P.91) Select (Saved Bookmarks). Saved Bookmarks A QR code containing the track title/artist/album name can be →...
Page 93 OTHER SETTINGS SETTING THE SiriusXM® Radio SETTING THE PARENTAL CONTROL PASSCODE Display the SiriusXM settings screen. (→P.93) Display the radio settings screen. (→P.91) Select Parental Control (Parental Control). Select SiriusXM (SiriusXM). Select (OK) when the confirmation message appears. Select the desired item to be set. Enter the 4 digits passcode.
Page 94 OTHER SETTINGS ADDING THE LOCKED CHANNELS DELETING THE LOCKED CHANNEL Display the SiriusXM settings screen. (→P.93) Display the SiriusXM settings screen. (→P.93) Select Parental Control (Parental Control). Select Parental Control (Parental Control). Enter the 4 digits passcode. → Enter the 4 digits passcode. → (OK) (OK) →...
Page 95: Phone
Phone Receiving On The Bluetooth Phone Phone Operation ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž Incoming Calls ž ž žž ž žž žž ž žž žž žž ž žž žž žž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž žž ž ž ž Phone Screen Talking On The Bluetooth Phone ž...
Page 96 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) XDual 7.0-inch display system PHONE SCREEN The phone screen can be accessed with the following methods: ● Display the home screen (→P.18, 40), and then select Phone (Phone).
Page 97 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) SOME BASICS CAUTION l Do not leave your cellular phone in the vehicle. The temperature The hands-free system enables calls to be made and received inside may rise to a level that could damage the phone. without having to take your hands off the steering wheel.
Page 98 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) USING THE PHONE SWITCH/MICROPHONE NOTE The other party may not hear you clearly when: XSteering switch • Driving on an unpaved road. (Making excessive traffic noise.) • Driving at high speeds. By pressing the phone switch, a call can be received or ended •...
Page 99 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) XMicrophone ABOUT THE CONTACTS IN THE CONTACT LIST The microphone is used when talking on the phone. ● The following data is stored for every registered phone. When another phone is connected, the following registered data cannot be read: • Contact data • Call history data...
Page 100: Calling On The Bluetooth Phone
PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) CALLING ON THE Bluetooth PHONE WHEN SELLING OR DISPOSING OF THE VEHICLE After a Bluetooth phone has been registered, a call can be made A lot of personal data is registered when the hands-free system using the hands-free system.
Page 101 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) BY RECENT CALLS LIST Select to display all latest call history items. Display the phone screen. (→P.96) Select to display missed calls. Recents Select (Recents), and then select the desired Displays the call type icons. contact.
Page 102 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) BY FAVORITES LIST DELETING ALL FAVORITES LIST Display the phone settings screen. (→P.77) Calls can be made using registered contacts which can be Select Phonebook/Recent Calls (Phonebook/Recent selected from a contact list. Calls). For details on registering contacts:→P.103 →...
Page 103 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) RECEIVING ON THE Bluetooth PHONE BY CONTACTS LIST Calls can be made by using contact data which is transferred INCOMING CALLS from a registered cellular phone. When a call is received, the incoming call screen pops up with Display the phone screen.
Page 104: Talking On The Bluetooth Phone
PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) TALKING ON THE Bluetooth PHONE NOTE During international phone calls, the other party’s name or number While talking on the phone, this screen is displayed. The may not be displayed correctly depending on the type of cellular operations outlined below can be performed on this screen.
Page 105 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) XIn the case of accepting an interrupt incoming call during Select to mute your voice to the other party. a call Select to enter the desired numbers/output tones. The first call is put on hold. This operation cannot be performed while driving.
Page 106 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) Bluetooth PHONE MESSAGE Display the phone screen. (→P.96) Select (Messages). FUNCTION Check that the message inbox screen is displayed. Received messages can be forwarded from the connected Bluetooth phone, enabling checking and replying using the system.
Page 107 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) SETTING THE MESSAGE RECEIVING A MESSAGE Display the phone settings screen. (→P.77) When an SMS/MMS is received, the incoming message screen pops up with sound and is ready to be operated on the screen. Select (Messages).
Page 108 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) The following screen is displayed. CHECKING MESSAGES Display the message inbox screen. (→P.106) Select the desired message from the list. Check the message. (→P.107) NOTE Depending on the type of Bluetooth phone being connected, it may be necessary to perform additional steps on the phone.
Page 109 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) REPLYING TO A MESSAGE (QUICK REPLY)* SENDING A NEW SHORT MESSAGE *: Depending on the Bluetooth phone that is connected to the audio system, this Display the favorites detail screen (→P.102), the recent function is not available.
Page 110 PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) XEditing the message in the message screen ADDING THE QUICK REPLY MESSAGE Display the message inbox screen. (→P.106) Display the phone settings screen. (→P.77) Select the desired message from the list. Select (Messages). →...
Page 111: Apps
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Page 112 BEFORE USING APPLICATIONS BEFORE USING APPLICATIONS BEFORE USING APPLICATIONS NOTE Depending on the application, certain functions are not available Precautions to be aware of when using applications are shown while driving for reasons of safety. below. In order to maximize signal reception, performance and precision of the smartphone, please ensure the smartphone is placed as close to In this chapter, iPhone or Android devices will be referred to as a the system as possible, while ensuring it is stowed and secure while...
Page 113 BEFORE USING APPLICATIONS SETTINGS REQUIRED TO USE APPLICATIONS ABOUT APP-BASED CONNECTED CONTENT In order to use an application on this system, the application Requirements for using the connected content services of the must be installed on your smartphone. application on this system. ●...
Page 114 SUBARU CORPORATION does not guarantee content provided by the • Service availability may be geographically limited by region.
Page 115: Subaru Starlink
When connecting iPhone or Android devices with the SUBARU application. STARLINK application installed, you can control SUBARU SUBARU STARLINK may not be able to be used when connecting to STARLINK content through the system. an external Wi-Fi source from this system if the source IP address is 192.168.1.x.
Page 116 SUBARU STARLINK DISPLAYING SUBARU STARLINK INFORMATION LEGAL NOTICE XFor iPhone Run the SUBARU STARLINK application on your smartphone. ● Caution Connect the iPhone to the USB port, or connect your For your safety, do not attempt to operate any feature of...
Page 117 SUBARU STARLINK ● Warranty Disclaimer The user’s sole and exclusive remedies for any app Any use of this product (the “Product”), the SUBARU downloaded from the iTunes Store, Google Play or STARLINK software, and any applications that are other application stores (each, an “Application Store”)
Page 118 This device is informational only. Check FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. and abide by your local laws and always obey safe driving SUBARU CORPORATION AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, rules, and posted signs and signals. Operate this device EMPLOYEES,...
Page 119 SUBARU STARLINK ● Warranty Disclaimer The user’s sole and exclusive remedies for any app Any use of this product (the “Product”), the SUBARU downloaded from the iTunes Store, Google Play or STARLINK software, and any applications that are other application stores (each, an “Application Store”)
Page 120 LAW, THE PRODUCT SYSTEM IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE, ” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. SUBARU CORPORATION AND ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, PARTNERS, SUPPLIERS LICENSORS (COLLECTIVELY, “SUBARU CORPORATION...
Page 121 Apple CarPlay Apple CarPlay Apple CarPlay CONNECTING THE Apple CarPlay DEVICE Apple CarPlay can be used to view Apple Maps, play music, and Connect an Apple CarPlay device to the USB port. →P.66 place calls by connecting an Apple CarPlay device to the system. Check the confirmation message, and then select Supported applications can also be run.
Page 122 Apple CarPlay XControl screen Displays the application buttons. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi Select to start the application. system Select to change the home screen of Apple CarPlay. ABOUT THE SUPPORTED DEVICES This system compatible with iOS 11.2 or later are supported. SELECTING DEVICE TO CONNECT TO Apple CarPlay Whether a registered device connects as an Apple CarPlay...
Page 123 Apple CarPlay DELETING THE Apple CarPlay DEVICE This setting can be changed only if “Don't show again. ” was selected on the confirmation message displayed when an Apple CarPlay device was connected. Display the phone settings screen. (→P.77) Select (Apple CarPlay). Apple CarPlay →...
Page 124 Android Auto Android Auto Android Auto CONNECTING THE Android Auto DEVICE Android Auto can be used to view Google Maps, play music, and Connect an Android Auto device to the USB port. →P.66 place calls by connecting your Android device to the system. Check the confirmation message, and then select Supported applications can also be run.
Page 125 Android Auto XControl screen ENABLING AUTO SHOW OF Android Auto SCREEN Automatic display of the Android Auto screen when an Android device is connected to the system via USB, can be enabled/ disabled. Display the phone settings screen. (→P.77) Select Android Auto (Android Auto).
Page 126 Android Auto DELETING THE Android Auto DEVICE Display the phone settings screen. (→P.77) Select Android Auto (Android Auto). → (Device List) Device List → (Edit) Edit Select next to the desired device name. → (Yes) → (OK)
Page 127 SiriusXM Travel Link SiriusXM Travel Link SiriusXM Travel Link* DISPLAYING SPORTS INFORMATION *: SiriusXM U.S. satellite and data services are available only in the 48 contiguous Sports information such as games and results, the status of USA and DC. SiriusXM satellite service is also available in Canada; see www.siriusxm.ca.
Page 128 SiriusXM Travel Link Check that sports information is displayed. Select to display the favorite teams information. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi Favorite Team (Favorite Team): Select to register, edit system or select your favorite team. Select to display all information for a selected sport. Headlines (Headlines): Select to display the headlines.
Page 129 SiriusXM Travel Link Check that weather information is displayed. Select to switch the timing of the displayed forecast. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Select to display the weather forecast for the route being travelled during route guidance. Select to display the weather forecast from your current location to your destination.
Page 130 SiriusXM Travel Link Check that weather alerts is displayed. DISPLAYING WEATHER ALERT X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Weather alert can be displayed. Travel Link Select (Travel Link) on the Apps screen. (→P.27, 56) → Weather Alert (Weather Alert) XDual 7.0-inch display system...
Page 131 SiriusXM Travel Link Check that stock information is displayed. Select to sort weather alert by priority. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Select to sort weather alert by distance. Select to display the weather alerts from your current location to your destination. Select to change the region which information will be displayed.
Page 132 SiriusXM Travel Link Check that fuel information is displayed. Select to add stocks. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Select to delete stocks. Stock information is displayed. DISPLAYING FUEL INFORMATION Gas station information can be displayed, and gas stations can be set* as the destination.
Page 133 SiriusXM Travel Link DISPLAYING PARKING INFORMATION Select to sort the display order of gas stations by distance from the current position. Parking information can be displayed, and parking can be set* Select to sort the display order of gas stations by price. as the destination.
Page 134 SiriusXM Travel Link Check that parking information is displayed. Select to change the region which information will be X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi displayed. system Select to update the parking information. Select to display information about a parking lot and be able to add it to favorites.
Page 135: Audio
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Page 136: Basic Operation
BASIC OPERATION BASIC OPERATION SOME BASICS TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF This section describes some of the basic features of the audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system. Your audio system works when the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC”...
Page 137 BASIC OPERATION SELECTING AN AUDIO SOURCE X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Display the home screen. (→P.40) Select Radio (Radio) or (Media). Select the desired audio source. <Media screen> <Radio screen>...
Page 138 BASIC OPERATION XDual 7.0-inch display system SOUND SETTINGS Press Select the desired audio source. DISPLAYING THE SOUND CUSTOMIZATION SCREEN Display the home screen. (→P.18, 40) Select (Settings). Settings → Sound (Sound) → Audio (Audio) → Sound Customization (Sound Customization) <Radio screen> EQUALIZER SETTINGS How good an audio program sounds is largely determined by the mix of the treble, mid and bass levels.
Page 139 BASIC OPERATION Set the desired item. Select the sliders to adjust low-pitched tones. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Select the sliders to adjust mid-pitched tones. Select the sliders to adjust high-pitched tones. Select to reset all setup items. BALANCE/FADER SETTINGS A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important.
Page 140 BASIC OPERATION Adjust to the desired position. VOCAL IMAGE CONTROL SETTINGS* X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi *: This setting can be made depending on the connected amplifier type. system Extract only vocal sound from whole sound and adjust volume balance of it.
Page 141 BASIC OPERATION Adjust to the desired position. Select the icon to adjust vocal image control. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Select to set the virtual stage enhancer function. This function adjusts the sounds to the high realistic surround sound by enhancing the vocals. When this setting is on, the front and rear setting of “Vocal Image Control”...
Page 142 BASIC OPERATION VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM Press this switch to operate the voice recognition system. ● The voice recognition system and its list of commands can be operated. (→P.218)
Page 143 RADIO OPERATION RADIO OPERATION XControl screen AM/FM RADIO X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system OVERVIEW The FM/AM radio operation screen can be accessed by selecting (FM) or (AM) on the radio control screen. (→P.137) XControl panel Turn to adjust the volume. Press to mute the audio system.
Page 144 RADIO OPERATION NOTE Select to change radio modes. The radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo Press and hold to save a specific song to your Bookmark List. broadcast is received. (→P.91) When the HD Radio mode is on, the radio automatically tunes to an HD Radio signal in AM or FM where available.
Page 145 RADIO OPERATION RADIO BROADCAST DATA SYSTEM AVAILABLE HD Radio™ TECHNOLOGY This audio system is equipped with Radio Broadcast Data Systems (RBDS). RBDS mode allows text messages to be received from radio stations that utilize RBDS transmitters. RBDS features are available only when listening to an FM station that broadcasts RBDS information.
Page 146 RADIO OPERATION MULTICAST NOTE HD Radio™ stations can be preset. On the FM radio frequency most digital stations have additional An orange will be displayed on the screen when in digital. The programs on one FM station. will first appear in a gray color indicating the digital station is being acquired.
Page 147 RADIO OPERATION CACHING RADIO PROGRAMS PLAYING BACK THE CACHE MANUALLY The broadcast cached in the program cache can be played back A radio program can be cached and played back in a time- manually. shifted manner. Select (Replay). (→P.143) AUTOMATIC PLAYBACK OF THE CACHE If the radio broadcast is interrupted by another audio output, such as an incoming phone call, the system will automatically cache the interrupted portion.
Page 148 RADIO OPERATION Select the desired cache radio operation button. Shows the current playback location. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi The playback location can be changed by dragging the system sliders. Select to display the preset stations/channels. (→P.143) Select: Skips forward 5 seconds. Select and hold: Fast forwards continuously.
Page 149 RADIO OPERATION SiriusXM® Radio XControl screen X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system OVERVIEW The SiriusXM® control screen can be accessed by selecting SiriusXM (SiriusXM) on the radio control screen. (→P.137) XControl panel Turn to adjust the volume. Press to mute the audio system. Press and hold to turn the audio system off, and press and hold to turn it on again.
Page 150 RADIO OPERATION NOTE Select to change radio modes. Tune Scan is not designed for short tracks. Select to display the sound customization screen. (→P.138) HOW TO SUBSCRIBE TO SiriusXM® Radio Select to display the channel information. To listen to a SiriusXM broadcast in the vehicle, a subscription to : Select to listen to traffic and weather information for the set city.
Page 151 RADIO OPERATION HOW TO SUBSCRIBE WARNING SiriusXM audio services require a subscription sold separately, or l Explicit Language Notice — Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an “XL” preceding the channel name. as a package, by Sirius XM Radio Inc. Channel blocking is available for SiriusXM®...
Page 152 RADIO OPERATION NOTE NOTE SiriusXM® Radio Services — Descriptions RADIO OPERATION ABOUT Look for the Sirius, XM, SXM, Band, SAT, AUX, Radio or Source button SiriusXM Services and you’re in. Most in-car trials today include SiriusXM’s best package — All Access. If you can’t hear us, it’s easy to get started: It includes every channel available on your radio, plus streaming.
Page 153 RADIO OPERATION DISPLAYING THE RADIO ID CACHING RADIO PROGRAMS Each SiriusXM tuner is identified with a unique radio ID which A radio program can be cached and played back in a time- is 8 alphanumeric characters. The radio ID is required when shifted manner.
Page 154 RADIO OPERATION Select the desired cache radio operation button. Shows the current playback location. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi The playback location can be changed by dragging the system sliders. Select to display the preset stations/channels. (→P.149) Select: Access the desired program. Skips forward through program.
Page 155 RADIO OPERATION SELECTING A CHANNEL FROM THE LIST Select to display the all channels list. Select (Browse). Select to display categories channel list. (→P.155) Select the desired list, and then select the desired channel. Select to set teams for notifying the user of games starting X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi and SportsFlash.
Page 156 RADIO OPERATION SETTING TEAMS FOR NOTIFICATIONS EDITING THE LIST Select (Favorite Teams). By registering teams, a pop-up screen appears notifying → Edit (Edit) listeners of information on the game progress and so on. You can return to the original point in the regular broadcast by Select for the item you wish to delete.
Page 157 RADIO OPERATION SETTING TUNEMIX CHANNELS EDITING THE TUNEMIX Select Edit (Edit) on the “TuneMix” screen. If multiple channels for which TuneMix is possible have been Select the desired item to be set. registered as TuneMix channels, songs from these channels can ●...
Page 158 MEDIA OPERATION MEDIA OPERATION XControl screen CD (IF EQUIPPED WITH A CD PLAYER) X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system OVERVIEW The CD control screen can be accessed with the following methods: ● Insert a disc. (→P.65) ● Select (CD) on the media control screen. (→P.137) XControl panel Turn to adjust the volume.
Page 159 MEDIA OPERATION NOTE Select to switch between other media sources. If a disc contains CD-DA files and MP3/WMA/AAC files, only the CD- DA files can be played back. Displays cover art. If a CD-TEXT disc is inserted, the title of the disc and track will be displayed.
Page 160 MEDIA OPERATION USB MEMORY XControl screen X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi Audio files on a USB memory device can be played back. system OVERVIEW The USB Audio playback screen can be accessed with the following methods: ● Connect a USB memory device. (→P.66) ●...
Page 161 MEDIA OPERATION WARNING Select to switch between other media sources. l Do not operate the player’s controls or connect the USB memory Displays cover art. device while driving. Select to display the sound customization screen. (→P.138) CAUTION Shows progress. l Do not leave your portable player in the vehicle. In particular, high The playback location can be changed by dragging the temperatures inside the vehicle may damage the portable player.
Page 162 MEDIA OPERATION iPod/iPhone OVERVIEW When an iPod/iPhone is connected, you can play iPod/iPhone iPod/iPhone Select (iPod/iPhone) on the media control music files. On this unit, you can perform operations such as screen. (→P.137) selecting a file from a list or changing to the random playback XControl panel mode.
Page 163 MEDIA OPERATION XControl screen (When not connected as an Apple CarPlay XControl screen (When connected as an Apple CarPlay device ) device) X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system system XDual 7.0-inch display system XDual 7.0-inch display system...
Page 164 MEDIA OPERATION WARNING Select to switch between other media sources. l Do not operate the player’s controls or connect the iPod/iPhone Displays cover art. while driving. Select to display the sound customization screen. (→P.138) CAUTION Shows progress. l Do not leave your portable player in the vehicle. In particular, high The playback location can be changed by dragging the temperatures inside the vehicle may damage the portable player.
Page 165 MEDIA OPERATION Bluetooth AUDIO XControl panel The Bluetooth audio system enables users to play music files stored on Bluetooth devices through the vehicle speakers via wireless communication. Turn to adjust the volume. This audio system supports Bluetooth, a wireless data system Press to mute the audio system.
Page 166 MEDIA OPERATION XControl screen Select to switch between other media sources. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Displays cover art. Select to display the sound customization screen. (→P.138) Shows progress. The playback location can be changed by dragging the sliders.
Page 167 MEDIA OPERATION WARNING NOTE Depending on the Bluetooth device that is connected to the system, l Do not operate the player’s controls or connect to the Bluetooth the music may start playing when selecting while it is paused. audio system while driving. Conversely, the music may pause when selecting while it is l This system is fitted with Bluetooth antennas.
Page 168 MEDIA OPERATION CONNECTING A Bluetooth DEVICE To use the Bluetooth audio system, it is necessary to register a OVERVIEW Bluetooth device with the system. The AUX control screen can be accessed with the following XRegistering an additional device methods: Manage Devices Select ...
Page 169 MEDIA OPERATION XControl screen Select to switch between other media sources. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Select to display the sound customization screen. (→P.138) WARNING l Do not operate the player’s controls or connect the portable audio device while driving. CAUTION l Do not leave portable audio device in the vehicle.
Page 170 MEDIA OPERATION Android Auto* OVERVIEW *: When connected as an Android Auto device Android Auto Select (Android Auto) on the media control Audio files on an Android Auto device can be played back. screen. (→P.137) XControl panel CONNECTING AN Android Auto DEVICE Connect an Android Auto device to the USB port.
Page 171 MEDIA OPERATION XControl screen Select to switch between other media sources. X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi system Displays cover art. Select to display the sound customization screen. (→P.138) Shows progress. Select to change the track. Select to pause/play. XDual 7.0-inch display system...
Page 172 MEDIA OPERATION WARNING l Do not operate or connect an Android Auto device while driving. CAUTION l Do not leave your Android Auto device in the vehicle. In particular, high temperatures inside the vehicle may damage it. l Do not push down on or apply unnecessary pressure to the connector area of the Android Auto device while it is connected as this may damage the device or its terminals.
Page 173 AUDIO REMOTE CONTROLS AUDIO REMOTE CONTROLS X“VOL +/VOL -” switch STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Mode Operation Function Some parts of the audio system can be controlled using the steering wheel controls. Press Volume up/down Volume Press and hold Volume up/down continuously X“...
Page 174 AUDIO REMOTE CONTROLS X“Source” switch Mode Operation Function Change the audio source mode. Press NOTE In the SUBARU STARLINK mode, some operation may be done on the screen depend on the selected APPS.
Page 175 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATING INFORMATION RADIO Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there CAUTION is a problem with the radio — it is just the normal result of l To avoid damage to the audio system: conditions outside the vehicle.
Page 176 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM Fading and drifting stations: Generally, the effective range of Fading: AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere FM is about 25 miles (40 km). Once outside this range, you may — especially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with notice fading and drifting, which increase with the distance those received directly from the radio station, causing the radio from the radio transmitter.
Page 177 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM CD PLAYER AND DISC (IF EQUIPPED WITH A CD PLAYER) ● Extremely high temperatures can keep the CD player Audio CDs from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning system to cool the inside of the vehicle before using the player.
Page 178 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM XSpecial shaped discs XLow quality discs XTransparent/translucent discs XLabeled discs...
Page 179 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM ● Dirt, scratches, warping, pin holes or other disc damage CAUTION could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.) l Do not use special shaped, transparent/translucent, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations.
Page 180 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM CD-R/RW DISCS USB MEMORY DEVICE ● CD-R/CD-RW discs that have not been subject to the ● USB communication formats: USB 2.0 LS (1.5 Mbps)/FS “finalizing process” (a process that allows discs to be (12 Mbps)/HS (480 Mbps) played on a conventional CD player) cannot be played.
Page 181 ● iPod touch (6th generation) 16 bit, 24 bit ● For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, details. Outside of the USA customers, contact your local 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz...
Page 182 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM ● This system can play only the first session when using ● When playing back files recorded as VBR (Variable Bit multi-session compatible CDs.* Rate) files, the play time will not be correctly displayed if the fast forward or rewind operations are used.
Page 183 TIPS FOR OPERATING THE AUDIO SYSTEM ● WMA (Windows Media Audio) is an audio compression format developed by Microsoft®. It compresses files into a size smaller than that of MP3 files. The decoding formats for WMA files are Ver. 7, 8 and 9. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties.
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Page 186: Map Screen
BASIC OPERATION BASIC OPERATION MAP SCREEN Select to increase/decrease the size of the map screen. If the map is moved, this button will change to MAP SCREEN OVERVIEW Displays the current vehicle position. Displays the current street name. The map screen can be displayed using the following method: Add to Favorites (Add to Favorites): Select to Display the home screen.
Page 187 BASIC OPERATION MAP SCREEN OPERATION Select to change the map display mode between 2D north-up, 2D heading-up, or 3D heading-up. (→P.189) CURRENT POSITION DISPLAY Select to display the search screen. After moving the map, may be displayed. Select to return the map to the current position.
Page 188 BASIC OPERATION MAP SCALE LOCATION MENU POP-UP Select or to change the scale of the map screen. The location menu pop-up can be displayed using the following methods: ● When the automatic zoom function is on (→P.207) during route guidance, the map is zoomed in ●...
Page 189 BASIC OPERATION Select to display the following options. ORIENTATION OF THE MAP Add to Favorites Select to register the selected point as The orientation of the map can be changed between 2D north- a favorite. (Add to Favorites) up, 2D heading-up, and 3D heading-up. Add to Current Route Select to add the selected point as a Select ...
Page 190 BASIC OPERATION X2D heading-up X3D heading-up ● The direction of vehicle travel is always up. ● The direction of vehicle travel is always up.
Page 191 BASIC OPERATION MAP SCREEN INFORMATION TRAFFIC INFORMATION Road sections affected by traffic conditions are displayed in a GAS STATION/PARKING LOT/REST AREA ICONS different color on the map, and a small icon representing the type of traffic condition is displayed above the road. Gas stations, parking lots and rest areas can be displayed on the route.
Page 192 BASIC OPERATION XPeriodic rest notification OTHER INFORMATION If the system determines, based on the driver’s condition, that a rest may be necessary, a pop-up message will be displayed on A pop-up screen will be displayed based on the driving the screen. situation, etc.
Page 193 BASIC OPERATION MAIN MENU SCREEN Select to display the search screen. (Search) (→P.195) MAIN MENU SCREEN OVERVIEW (Add Home): Select to register a point as home. (→P.200) (Add Home)* The main menu screen can be displayed using the following Drive Home (Drive Home): Select to Drive Home method:...
Page 194 BASIC OPERATION Select to name the current route Legal Information Select to display the legal information and register it so that it can be used screen. (Legal Information) repeatedly. (→P.196) My route name: Select a registered route : If a point has not been registered as home. My Routes to display it on the map screen.
Page 195 BASIC OPERATION SEARCH SCREEN Select to change the search type. Addresses (Addresses): Search for an address by The destination can be set by typing an address or category inputting related words. (Points of Interest). Points of Interest (Points of Interest): Search for a Points of Interest by inputting related words.
Page 196 BASIC OPERATION CURRENT ROUTE SCREEN Clear Route Select to stop the route guidance. (Clear Route) The current route screen can be displayed using the following Select to display the alternate method: Find Alternative route screen and search for 2 Display the map screen. (→P.186) additional routes to the selected (Find Alternative) destination.
Page 197 BASIC OPERATION SELECTING AN ALTERNATE ROUTE Select to search for a waypoint on the map or search screen Add stop to Route When the search for an alternate route is complete, the (→P.195) and then select following screen will be displayed. (Add stop to Route) to add it to the current route.
Page 198 BASIC OPERATION PREVIEWING THE ROUTE FAVORITES SCREEN A selected route can be previewed. The desired point can be registered as home, work, or favorite. The speed of the preview can be changed. The registered points can be set as a destination. Registered points can be added, changed and deleted on the favorites screen.
Page 199 BASIC OPERATION Edit List Select to display the edit list screen to delete the (Add Home): Select to register favorites. (→P.200) the home. (→P.200) (Edit List) Home (Home): Select to display the location Select to register the favorite. (→P.200) (Add) menu pop-up for the point registered as home on the map screen.
Page 200 BASIC OPERATION REGISTERING HOME/WORK/FAVORITE POINT EDIT LIST SCREEN Select (Add Home)/ (Add Work)/ Unnecessary items can be deleted on the edit list screen. (Add). Perform either of the following to display a point you wish to register: ● Select (Search) to display the search screen. (→P.195) ●...
Page 201 BASIC OPERATION ROUTE CALCULATION Estimated time of arrival Select to change the displayed information between a waypoint and the destination. ROUTE CALCULATION SCREEN • Select and hold to turn display of the route bar on/off. • If “Auto-Hide Route Bar” on the navigation settings screen is turned on, the route bar will automatically After searching for the destination, the route calculation screen be hidden and will only be displayed when new route...
Page 202 BASIC OPERATION WARNING l Be sure to obey traffic regulations and keep road conditions in mind while driving. If a traffic sign on the road has been changed, the route guidance may not indicate such changed information. NOTE The route for returning may not be the same as that for going. The route guidance to the destination may not be the shortest route or a route without traffic congestion.
Page 203 ROUTE GUIDANCE ROUTE GUIDANCE ROUTE GUIDANCE Route bar (→P.201) Select to stopping route guidance. ROUTE GUIDANCE SCREEN Guidance route Select to display the current route menu pop-up. (→P. 196) During route guidance, various types of guidance screens can be displayed depending on conditions. Current position Next street name Distance to the next turn and an arrow indicating the...
Page 204 ROUTE GUIDANCE XJunction screen XLane recommendation screen When approaching an expressway exit or a complicated When approaching a turning point, the lane recommendation intersection, the map switches to a 3D display if the necessary will be displayed automatically. information can be displayed. An arrow indicates the lane in which you should drive.
Page 205 ROUTE GUIDANCE Arrows will be displayed consecutively if necessary to turn again STANDARD MAP ICON immediately after a turn. The following table shows the most frequently displayed route events. Turn left/right U-turn Keep left/right at the fork in the road. Turn left/right &...
Page 206 ROUTE GUIDANCE TYPICAL VOICE GUIDANCE PROMPTS Toll road As the vehicle approaches an intersection, or point, where Freeway maneuvering the vehicle is necessary, the system’s voice Ferry trip guidance will provide various messages. WARNING l Be sure to obey the traffic regulations and keep the road condition in mind, especially when driving on IPD roads (roads that are not completely included in the map database).
Page 207 SETUP SETUP NAVIGATION SETTINGS NAVIGATION SETTINGS SCREEN Display the home screen. (→P.40) Select Settings (Settings). → (Navigation) Select the desired item to be set.
Page 208 SETUP POI icons can be displayed on the map screen when “Show POI Icons on Map” is turned on and up to 5 POI icon types have been selected. Select to turn the display for parking lots, gas stations and rest areas on/off for the route being travelled during route guidance.
Page 209 TIPS FOR THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM TIPS FOR THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM The Global Positioning System (GPS) developed and operated GPS (GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) by the U.S. Department of Defense provides an accurate current position, normally using 4 or more satellites, and in some case 3 REGARDING ERRORS IN CURRENT ...
Page 210 TIPS FOR THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM Even when the navigation system is receiving clear GPS • When leaving a covered parking lot or parking garage. signals, the vehicle position may not be shown accurately or • When a roof carrier is installed. inappropriate route guidance may occur in some cases.
Page 211 TIPS FOR THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM • After auto reroute, the route may not be changed. NOTE • If an unnecessary U-turn is shown or announced. This navigation system uses tire turning data and is designed to work • If a location has multiple names and the system with factory-specified tires for the vehicle.
Page 212: Subaru Map Update
If the map update procedure fails, refer to the “TROUBLESHOOTING” SUBARU MAP UPDATE section. (→P.240) Subaru may terminate or suspend your access to all or part of these services for any or no reason, including without limitation, any violation Map data can be updated using the following methods: of the terms detailed at: ●...
Page 213 USB MEMORY DEVICE Maps can be updated using a USB memory device. For details and to download update data, refer to the following URL: https://subaru-maps.com/ Connect to a USB memory device. (→P.66) Select (Map Update) on the navigation settings screen. (→P.207) →...
Page 214 → (OK) map data update. UPDATING THE MAP DATA AUTOMATICALLY When updating the map data using a smartphone, the SUBARU USING Wi-Fi® STARLINK application must be installed on the smartphone. NOTE Follow “STEPS 1 to 3” in “UPDATING THE MAP DATA MANUALLY USING Wi-Fi”.
Page 215 ● When using an iPhone, it can also be connected using a cannot be used. USB cable. ● Cancel (Cancel): Select to cancel installing the map Start the SUBARU STARLINK application on the smartphone data. and download the map update data. → (OK) INSTALL MAP UPDATE DATA...
Page 216 MEMO...
Page 217: Voice Recognition System
Voice Recognition System Voice Recognition System Operation Voice Recognition System ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž žž ž žž žž žž ž ž Using The Voice Recognition System ž ž žž žž ž žž žž ž žž Voice Recognition System Operation ž...
Page 218: Voice Recognition System Operation
VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION ● Press the talk switch to start the voice recognition system. VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM ● To cancel voice recognition, press and hold the talk switch. The voice recognition system enables the navigation, audio, hands-free systems, etc. to be operated using voice commands. MICROPHONE Refer to the command list for samples of voice commands.
Page 219 VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION Say the command. NOTE X11.6-inch display system/11.6-inch display with Navi Voice commands may not be recognized if: system • Spoken too quickly. • Spoken at a low or high volume. • Driving with a window open. • Passengers are talking while voice commands are spoken.
Page 220 VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION COMMAND LIST ● To cancel voice recognition, select , or press and hold the talk switch. Recognizable voice commands and their actions are shown NOTE below. Turn the “ ” knob, or use the volume control switch on the ●...
Page 221 VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION XNavigation commands* *: Depending on how the name of a registered favorite is entered, the way it should be spoken when using the voice recognition function will change. *: If equipped ž Lower case letters should be spoken phonetically. ž...
Page 222 VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION XMusic commands Voice command Function Voice command Function Send a text to Sends a text message to the spoken phone <number> number Turn music on Turns music on Send a text by recent Sends a text message by the recent call list calls Turn music off Turns music off...
Page 223 VOICE RECOGNITION SYSTEM OPERATION Voice command Function Voice command Function Play composer Bluetooth audio Switches source to Bluetooth audio Plays tracks from the selected composer <name> Disc* Switches source to disc Play audiobook Plays the selected audiobook <name> Track <number> Plays the selected track Play podcast <name>...
Page 224 Sets the temperature to the spoken Sports <temperature> temperature Go to STARLINK Changes screen to SUBARU STARLINK Fan speed <1 - 7> Sets the fan speed to the spoken fan speed Go to CarPlay Changes screen to Apple CarPlay Go to Android Auto...
Page 225 ž ž ž žž ž žž žž žž ž žž žž žž ž žž žž ž ž žž ž ž žž ž ž ž žž ž ž ž Radio Wave Communications SUBARU STARLINK ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž ž žž žž žž ž žž žž ž...
Page 226 This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio Neither SiriusXM nor SUBARU CORPORATION is responsible for frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment should be any errors or inaccuracies in the SiriusXM data services or its use installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more in vehicle.
Page 227 CERTIFICATION XCanada WARNING ● This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) l CAUTION: Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the subject to the following two conditions: ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
Page 228 ● The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by SUBARU CORPORATION and DENSO Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Page 229 CERTIFICATION Apple CarPlay Gracenote ● Gracenote, the Gracenote logo and logotype are either a registered trademark or a trademark of Gracenote, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. ● Use of the Apple CarPlay logo means that a vehicle user interface meets Apple performance standards.
Page 230 HOW TO GET THE SOURCE CODE USING THE OPEN SOURCE HOW TO GET THE SOURCE CODE USING THE OPEN SOURCE This product contains Free/Open Source Software(FOSS). The license information and/or the source code of such FOSS can be found at the following URL. http://www.globaldenso.com/en/opensource/ivi/subaru/...
Page 231: Troubleshooting
Only the background is displayed on the screen and no icons appear. SUBARU STARLINK XDual 7.0-inch display system only Symptom Likely cause Solution Page Connect your smartphone. SUBARU STARLINK does not start. The time does not match. Set the phonebook download function to on.
Page 232 WHAT TO DO IF RADIO OPERATION Symptom Cause Action Mismatch of time alignment- a user may hear The radio stations analog and digital volume None, radio broadcast issue. A user can contact a short period of programming replayed or an is not properly aligned or the station is in the radio station.
Page 233 For a list of specific Bluetooth phones which operation has been confirmed on this system. For USA customers, please visit The connected Bluetooth phone may www.subaru.com for details. not be a compatible Bluetooth cellular Outside of the USA customers, phone. The hands-free system or Bluetooth contact your local dealer to arrange phone does not work.
Page 234 WHAT TO DO IF XWhen registering/connecting a cellular phone Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system An incorrect passcode was entered on Enter the correct passcode on the the cellular phone. cellular phone. Complete the registration operation on The registration operation has not been the cellular phone (approve registration completed on the cellular phone side.
Page 235 For USA customers, please visit The profile version of the connected www.subaru.com for details. cellular phone may not be compatible Outside of the USA customers, Phonebook data cannot be transferred with transferring phonebook data.
Page 236 WHAT TO DO IF XWhen using the Bluetooth message function Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system Enable message transfer on the cellular Message transfer is not enabled on the Messages cannot be viewed. phone (approve message transfer on cellular phone.
Page 237 WHAT TO DO IF XIn other situations Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system The cellular phone is not close enough Bring the cellular phone closer to this to this system. system. Turn the cellular phone off, remove and reinstall the battery pack, and then restart the cellular phone.
Page 238 Solution Set the clock to the correct time. • 11.6-inch display with Navi system/11.6-inch display system with SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security: Move the vehicle to an area The set time of the clock and actual time differ where GPS signals can be received normally.
Page 239 WHAT TO DO IF Symptom Cause Solution “Connection failed. Unable to check for updates Connect the system to the Wi-Fi® access point The connection between the system and the because no active internet connection has been again and perform the update in an area with Wi-Fi®...
Page 240 USB memory Failed (5)” performing the update. device and attempt to perform the update again. “Installation Attempt to perform the update again. If the same error is detected, An unspecified error has occurred. Failed (X)” contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 241 Error code Cause Solution The system ID number of the center information display Contact your SUBARU dealer. is not registered to the server. XXX (3 digit An error occurred with the connected server. Wait for a while and then attempt to perform the update again.
Page 242 INDEX INDEX AM radio ........................143 Entering letters, numbers/list screen ..............68 Android Auto ......................124 Entering letters/numbers .................. 68 Apple CarPlay ......................121 List screen operation ................... 69 AUX ..........................168 Favorites settings ..................... 198 Bluetooth ........................74 FM radio ........................143 Profiles ........................
Page 243 Navigation settings ....................207 Phone ........................77 Radio ......................... 91 Sound ........................90 SiriusXM® radio ......................149 Phone settings ......................77 SiriusXM Travel Link ....................127 Sound settings ......................90 Status display ......................71 Steering wheel controls ..................173 SUBARU STARLINK ....................115...
Page 244 INDEX Talking on Bluetooth phone ................104 Touch screen gestures ..................... 66 Touch screen operation ..................67 Traffic information ....................191 Troubleshooting ...................... 231 Typical voice guidance prompts ................ 206 USB memory ......................160 Voice recognition system ..................218...

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