This document is a "Getting Started Guide" for the Genesis G70, focusing on audio, connectivity, and navigation features. It provides step-by-step instructions for setting up and using various functionalities within the vehicle.
Function Description:
The Genesis G70 guide outlines how to customize vehicle settings, pair a smartphone, make calls using voice commands, connect smartphones for Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay®, and use the navigation system for finding destinations. It aims to provide a seamless and personalized ownership experience by detailing the operation of key infotainment and communication features.
Usage Features:
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Custom Button:
- Initial Setup: The custom button (marked with a star icon) can be easily configured to activate a favorite feature with a single touch. To set it up, the user presses the custom button, then selects from a list of options such as 'None', 'Phone', 'Genesis Connected Services', or 'Phone Projection'. For example, selecting 'Phone' will assign the custom button to phone functions.
- Changing Assigned Feature: To reassign the custom button, the user presses and holds it for 2 to 3 seconds. A list of options will appear, allowing the user to select a new feature to assign, such as 'Phone'.
- Button Location: The guide notes that the custom button's location may vary slightly from the images shown, and the listed options may also differ.
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Phone Pairing:
- Prerequisites: The vehicle's shifter must be in 'Park' before initiating the pairing process.
- Steps:
- Press the 'Setup' button on the vehicle's console.
- On the screen, press the 'Bluetooth®' icon, then 'Bluetooth Connection'.
- Press 'Add New'.
- Turn on Bluetooth on the smartphone and select the device named 'G70' found by the phone.
- If prompted, enter a 'Passkey' on the phone to complete the pairing.
- Confirmation: The vehicle will confirm successful connection and, if supported, the completion of contacts download.
- Auto Connection Priority: The system may ask if the paired phone should be set as the priority device for Auto Connection.
- Notes on Contact Download:
- Some phones may require approval to download contacts, which might take a few minutes.
- Contact lists may be sorted by First or Last Name, depending on the phone model.
- Additional confirmation might be needed on some phones to allow contacts to sync.
- Bluetooth settings are typically found in the 'Settings' app on most smartphones. Users are advised to refer to their phone's owner's manual for more information.
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Making a Call (Voice Commands using Bluetooth):
- Before You Start: Ensure the phone is connected via Bluetooth and contacts are downloaded.
- Steps:
- Press the 'Push to Talk' button on the steering wheel. A beep will confirm activation.
- After the beep, say "Call" followed by the contact's name (e.g., "Call John Smith").
- If multiple numbers are listed for the contact, select the desired number by saying "One" or "Two."
- The selected number will be dialed, and the contact's name and number will appear on the screen.
- To end the call, press the 'End Call' button on the steering wheel.
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Making a Call (Voice Commands using Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay®):
- Connection: Connect a USB data cable from the phone to the vehicle's USB port. The guide notes that the USB data port is typically in or near the front in-dash console, and OEM data cables are recommended for Apple CarPlay.
- Steps:
- Press the 'Push to Talk' button on the steering wheel.
- When Siri or Google requests an action, say "Make a Call."
- To end the call, press the 'End Call' button on the steering wheel.
- Note: USB data port location may vary. Data cable for iOS devices is required for Apple CarPlay. Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC, and Apple CarPlay is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
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Common Voice Commands (After Phone Pairing):
- Activation: Press the 'Push to Talk' button on the steering wheel.
- Commands:
- "Help": Provides guidance on available commands.
- "Call [Contact Name]": Initiates a call to a saved contact.
- "Dial [Phone Number]": Dials a spoken phone number.
- "Phone": Provides guidance on making a call.
- "Contacts": Displays the phone's contacts screen.
- Note: Compatibility and performance may vary based on the phone, its software, and the wireless carrier.
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Smartphone Connection (Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay®):
- Function: Allows access to smartphone features like calling, navigation, text messaging, and music playback from the driver's seat.
- Steps:
- Connect a USB data cable from the phone to the vehicle's USB slot.
- Allow permission from the phone to connect to the vehicle.
- Enjoy using the applications displayed on the vehicle's multimedia screen.
- Note: Android Auto users will be prompted to view a tutorial. A data cable for iOS devices is required for Apple CarPlay.
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Navigation (If Equipped) - Finding a Destination Using Voice Commands:
- Steps:
- Press the 'Push to Talk' button on the steering wheel. A beep will confirm activation.
- After the beep, say "Find" followed by the category to search (e.g., "Find Coffee Shop").
- The results will be listed. Say the line item number (e.g., "Three") to select.
- The destination route will display on the screen, and route guidance will begin.
- To cancel the route, press the 'Push to Talk' button and say "Cancel Route" after the prompt.
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Navigation (If Equipped) - Inputting a Destination:
- Prerequisites: The vehicle must be in 'Park'.
- Steps:
- Press the 'Nav' button.
- Touch the 'Search' box on the screen.
- Enter the address of the destination and press 'OK'.
- The route will be displayed. Select 'Start Guidance' to begin.
- To cancel the route, press the 'Push to Talk' button and say "Cancel Route" after the prompt.
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Navigation (If Equipped) - Common Voice Commands:
- Activation: Press the 'Push to Talk' button on the steering wheel.
- Commands:
- "Help": Provides guidance on available commands.
- "Find ": Searches for an address and sets it as a destination (e.g., "300 Main Street, Fountain Valley").
- "Find ": Searches for a point of interest (e.g., "Find Banks").
- "Go Home/To Work": Sets the destination to a pre-configured home or work address.
- "Cancel Route": Cancels the current route guidance.
- "Police Station/Hospital": Displays a list of nearest police stations or hospitals.
- Note: The system searches within the current state. To search in another state, say the state name first. Compatibility and performance may vary.
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Genesis Connected Services - Destination Search by Voice:
- Subscription Required: A Genesis Connected Services subscription is required. Users can enroll by visiting their retailer or MyGenesis.com.
- Steps:
- Press the 'Destination Search' button.
- When prompted, say the name of a Point of Interest, an address, or a city (e.g., "coffee shop in Fountain Valley, California").
- A list of nearby destinations will be displayed. Say the line item number to select (e.g., "One" for the first Starbucks).
- The destination route will be displayed, and guidance will begin.
- Note: All product names, trademarks, logos, and brands mentioned are the property of their respective owners.
Important Technical Specifications (Implied):
- Bluetooth Connectivity: The vehicle supports Bluetooth for phone pairing and hands-free calling.
- USB Connectivity: A USB port is available for connecting smartphones to enable Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®.
- Voice Recognition System: The vehicle integrates a voice command system activated via a 'Push to Talk' button on the steering wheel, allowing for control of calls and navigation.
- Infotainment Display: The vehicle features a screen for displaying menus, call information, navigation maps, and smartphone application interfaces.
- Navigation System: The Genesis G70 can be equipped with a navigation system that provides route guidance and point-of-interest search capabilities.
- Genesis Connected Services: This is an optional subscription-based service that enhances destination search and other connected features.
Maintenance Features:
The guide primarily focuses on operational features rather than maintenance. However, the mention of "Genesis Connected Services subscription is required" implies that certain advanced features are dependent on an active service plan, which would involve ongoing subscription management. The guide also advises referring to the phone's owner's manual for Bluetooth settings, suggesting that maintaining phone software and settings is relevant to the vehicle's connectivity features.
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