Android Auto (Optional); What Is Android Auto; Activate Android Auto; Using Voice Recognition Function - Alpine iLX-507 Owner's Manual

Android Auto (Optional)

What is Android Auto

Android Auto brings your favorite smartphone apps into
one place, making it easier for drivers to access their
favorite navigation, media, and communication apps on the
road while minimizing the distractions. Talk to Google on
Android Auto™ and get things done with your voice so you
can keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.
Easily send messages, get directions, control media and
more. Just short-press or long-press the voice control
button on your steering wheel.

Activate Android Auto

Download the Android Auto App from the Google Play
store before continuing.
Before using this function, plug in your smartphone using a
USB cable to the unit, or make a wireless connection. For
wireless connection, see "Pairing the Bluetooth® Device"
(page 17) and "Setting the Wi-Fi Mode" (page 18).
• The connected smartphone with Android Auto will disconnect
other phone's Bluetooth connection and pair to the unit.
• When both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto device are
connected, you cannot use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
at the same time.
1
Press the (HOME) button.
The HOME screen is displayed.
2
Touch [Android Auto].
The Android Auto screen is displayed.
[Android Auto] button
• When another smartphone is connected by USB while using
Android Auto with the wireless connection, a message
appears. Touch [Yes] to switch the smartphone.
• When the iPhone is connected by USB while in Android Auto
mode, a message appears.
Only charging is available on the iPhone. When switching to
Apple CarPlay, switch from the Device List. See "Connecting
the Device Registered in the Device List" (page 18).
• You can make a call, use voice recognition function and
Android Auto's compatible navigation app, etc.
• Only Google approved apps with necessary driver-safety
measures in place can be used.
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Using Voice Recognition function

You can use the Voice Recognition function of the Android
Auto.
1
Press the button.
The Voice Recognition mode screen is displayed.
2
Speak into the microphone supplied with this
unit.
3
To finish the Voice Control mode, press the
button.
• Depending on the smartphone, the Voice Recognition function
may finish automatically.
• For adjusting the volume, see "Adjusting the Voice Recognition
Level"(page 23).