Lincoln Continental (2019 year). Manual - part 29

In order to provide the best possible
experience, use the contact form to report
any station issues found while listening to a
station broadcasting with HD Radio

technology. Independent entities own and
operate each station. These stations are
responsible for ensuring all audio streams
and data fields are accurate.

Potential station issues

Action

Cause

Issues

No action required.  This is a broadcast issue.

This is poor time alignment by the radio broad-
caster.

Echo, stutter, skip or repeat in audio.
Increase or decrease in audio
volume.

No action required.  The reception issue may clear
up as you continue to drive.

The radio is shifting between analog and digital
audio.

Sound fading or blending in and out.

No action required.  This is normal behavior.  Wait
until the audio is available.

The digital multicast is not available until the HD
Radio broadcast is decoded. Once decoded, the
audio is available.

There is an audio mute delay when
selecting HD2 or HD3, multicast
preset or Direct Tune.

No action required.  The station is not available in
your current location.

The previously stored multicast preset or direct
tune is not available in your current reception area.

Cannot access HD2 or HD3 multicast
channel when recalling a preset or
from a direct tune.

Fill out the station issue form. *

Data service issue by the radio broadcaster.

Text information does not match
currently playing audio.

Fill out the station issue form. *

Data service issue by the radio broadcaster.

There is no text information shown
for currently selected frequency.

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HD Radio Technology manufactured under
license from iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and
foreign patents. HD Radio and the HD and
HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks
of iBiquity Digital Corp. Ford Motor Company
and iBiquity Digital Corp. are not responsible
for the content sent using HD Radio
technology. Content may be changed, added
or deleted at any time at the station owner's
discretion.

* You can find the form here:

Website

http://www.ibiquity.com/automotive/
report_radio_station_experiences

CD (If equipped)

Once you select this option, the system
returns you to the main audio screen.

The current audio information appears on
the screen.

The following buttons are also available:

Function

Button

You can use the browse button to select a track.

Browse

Select this button and a small number one displays to indicate the track is set to repeat.

Repeat

For MP3 CDs, this button allows you to toggle through repeat off, repeat one track (a small number
one displays), and repeat current folder (a small folder displays).

Select the shuffle symbol to have the audio on the disk play in random order.

Shuffle

You can use the forward, reverse, pause or
play buttons to control the audio playback.

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Bluetooth Stereo or USB

Bluetooth Stereo and USB allow you to

access media that you store on your
Bluetooth device or USB device such as
music, audio books or podcasts.

The following buttons are available for Bluetooth and USB:

Function

Button

Pressing the repeat button toggles the repeat setting through three modes: repeat off (button not
highlighted), repeat all (button highlighted) and repeat track (button highlighted with a small number
one).

Repeat

Play the tracks in random order.

Shuffle

You can use the forward, reverse, pause or
play buttons to control the audio playback.

To get more information about the currently
playing track, press the cover art or Info
button.

For some devices, SYNC 3 is able to provide
30-second skip buttons when you listen to
audio books or podcasts. These buttons
allow you to skip forward or backward within
a track.

While playing audio from a USB device you
can look for certain music by selecting the
following:

Function

Button

If available, displays the list of tracks in the Now Playing playlist.

Browse

This option, which is available under browse, allows you to play all
tracks or to filter the available media into one of the below categories.

New Search

Play All

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Function

Button

Playlists

Artist

Albums

Songs

Genres

Podcasts

Audio books

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

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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 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 482).

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.

CLIMATE

Touch the climate button on the touchscreen
to access your climate control features.
Depending on your vehicle line and option
package, your climate screen may look
different from one of the screens shown
below. Your screen may not contain all of
the features shown.

Note: You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius.  See
Settings (page 485).

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AUTO: Touch the button to switch on automatic operation of the fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning and outside or recirculated
air, in order to maintain your set temperature. Multiple presses of the AUTO button will change the maximum fan speed allowed
during AUTO. The AUTO Fan Limit set point shall be indicated by the number of AUTO indicator lights and a pop-up, when not on
the climate screen.

A

AUTO Fan Limit High:  When three indicators are on (High), the fan speed will not be limited. It will be automatically controlled at
higher speeds in order to reach the selected temperature as quickly as possible.

AUTO Fan Limit Medium: When two indicators are on (Medium), the fan will be automatically controlled and limited to moderate
speeds in order to reach the selected temperature with a reduced amount of cabin noise.

AUTO Fan Limit Low: When one indicator is on (Low), the fan will be automatically controlled and limited to lower speeds in order
to reach the selected temperature with the least amount of cabin noise. This means that the cabin will not be heated or cooled as
quickly as possible.

Note: The system will start at the previously selected Auto fan setting when Auto is turned on.

Once Auto is selected air distribution, A/C operation, and outside or recirculated air will also be automatically adjusted to heat or
cool the vehicle in order to maintain the selected temperature.

The AUTO button can also be used to turn off dual zone operation by pressing and holding the button for greater than 2 seconds.

Power:  Touch the button to switch the system on and off. Switch off the climate control system to prevent outside air from entering
the vehicle.

B

DUAL: This button lights up when the passenger controls are active. To switch them off and link the passenger temperature to the
driver temperature, touch the DUAL button.

C

Note: the passenger side temperature and the DUAL indication automatically turn on when you or your passenger adjust the
passenger temperature.

Passenger temperature: Touch up or down to adjust the temperature.

D

Fan speed:  Touch up or down to increase or decrease the volume of air that circulates in your vehicle.

E

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Note: You cannot adjust the fan speed when the system is set to AUTO or MAX A/C.

Rear: A pop-up appears on the screen to display the rear control options.

F

Touch the power icon to switch the rear climate control functions off and on.

Touch Rear Control to allow the rear seat passengers to adjust the rear climate settings. Touch it again to prevent the rear seat
passengers from adjusting the settings. Rear Control automatically turns off when you use the touchscreen to adjust the rear climate
settings.

If your vehicle has automatic climate controls, select Auto to connect the rear climate settings to the Auto settings of the driver.

Touch the up and down arrows to adjust the temperature.

To adjust fan speed, touch the up and down arrows above and below the fan icon.

Touch Close to close the rear controls. Closing the rear climate control functions does not affect their current settings.

A/C: Touch this and a pop-up appears on the screen to display the air conditioning options.

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MAX A/C:  Touch the button to activate and maximize cooling. The driver and passenger temperatures are set to LO, recirculated
air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest
speed.

A/C: Touch to switch the air conditioning on or off. Use A/C with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.

Note: In certain conditions (for example, Max Defrost), the air conditioning compressor may continue to operate even after you
touch the A/C icon to switch it off.

Recirculated air: Touch to switch the recirculated air on or off. When recirculated air is on, it may reduce the amount of time needed
to cool down the interior (when used with A/C) and help reduce odors from reaching the interior.

Note: Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or the system may prevent it from turning on) in all airflow modes except MAX
A/C to reduce the risk of fogging. It may also turn on and off automatically in Panel or Panel/Floor airflow modes during hot weather
in order to improve cooling efficiency.

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Manual airflow distribution controls:

H

Defrost:  A pop-up appears on the screen to display the defrost options.

MAX Defrost: Touch the button to maximize defrosting. Air flows through the windshield vents, the fan automatically adjusts to the
highest speed and the driver and passenger temperatures are set to HI. You can use this setting to defog or clear a thin covering
of ice from the windshield. The heated rear window also automatically turns on when you select MAX Defrost.

Defrost: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents.

Heated rear window:Turns the heated rear window on and off.  See Heated Rear Window (page 147).

Panel: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

Floor: Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents.

Driver temperature: Touch up or down to adjust the temperature.

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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.

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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.lincoln.com

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

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Action and Description

Menu Item

Item

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

Gives you access to the list of paired or connected Bluetooth devices allowing you to change
or select a device.

Change Device

D

Displays all recent text messages.

Text Messages

E

Use this keypad to dial in a phone number.

Phone Keypad

F

Use the backspace button to delete numbers.

Press this button to begin a call.

Call

Touch this button to reject all incoming calls automatically. Text message notifications do
not display on the screen. All ringtones and alerts are set to silent.

Do Not Disturb

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If your phone has a voice assistant feature,
you may see a button to access it in the
menu.  You can also press and hold the voice
button on the steering wheel to use this
feature.   See Voice Control (page 87).

Making Calls

There are many ways to make calls from the
SYNC 3 system, including using voice
commands.  See Using Voice Recognition
(page 435).  You can use the touchscreen to
place calls as well.

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To call a number in your contacts, select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

You can then select the
name of the contact you
want to call. Any numbers
stored for that contact
display along with any
stored contact photos. You
can then select the number
that you want to call. The
system begins the call.

Contacts

To call a number from your recent calls,
select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

You can then select an entry
that you want to call. The
system begins the call.

Recent Call
List

To call a number that is not stored in your
phone, select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

Action and Description

Menu Item

Select the digits of the
number you wish to call.

Phone
Keypad

The system begins the call.

Call

Pressing the backspace button deletes the
last digit you typed.

Receiving Calls

During an incoming call, an audible tone
sounds. Caller information appears in the
display if it is available.

To accept the call, select:

Menu Item

Accept

Note: You can also accept the call by
pressing the phone button on the steering
wheel.

To reject the call, select:

Menu Item

Reject

Note: You can also reject the call by
pressing the phone button on the steering
wheel.

Ignore the call by doing nothing. SYNC 3
logs it as a missed call.

During a Phone Call

During a phone call, the contacts name and
number display on the screen along with the
call duration.

The phone status items are also visible:

•

Signal Strength.

•

Battery.

•

911 Assist (United States and Canada
Only). See Settings (page 485).

You can select any of the following during
an active phone call:

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Item

Immediately end a
phone call. You can
also press and hold
the button on the
steering wheel.

End Call

Press this to access
the phone keypad.

Keypad

Item

Mute

You can switch the
microphone off so
the caller does not
hear you.

Transfer the call to
the cell phone or
back to SYNC 3.

Privacy

Text Messaging

Note: Downloading and sending text
messages using Bluetooth are cell
phone-dependent features.

Note: Certain features in text messaging are
speed-dependent and not available when
your vehicle is traveling at speeds over
3 mph (5 km/h).

Receiving a Text Message

When a new message arrives, an audible tone sounds and the screen displays a pop-up with the caller name and ID, if supported by
your cell phone. You can select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

Have SYNC 3 read the message to you.

Hear It

View the text on the touchscreen.

View

To call the sender.

Call

You can select from 15 preset messages. Press the message that you would like to use and confirm
to send the message. SYNC 3 confirms when the message is sent successfully.

Reply

To exit the screen.

Close

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Smartphone Connectivity

 (If Equipped)

SYNC 3 allows you to use Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto to access your phone.

When you use Apple CarPlay or Android
Auto, you can:
•

Make calls.

•

Send and receive messages.

•

Listen to music.

•

Use your phone's voice assistant.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto disable
some SYNC 3 features.

Most Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
features use mobile data.

Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay requires an iPhone 5 or newer
with iOS 7.1 or newer. Updating to the latest
iOS version is recommended.

1. Plug your phone into a USB port.  See

Media Hub (page 416).

2. Follow the prompts on the touchscreen.

3. Follow the prompts that appear on your

phone to allow access to Apple CarPlay.

After completing the setup, your phone
connects to Apple CarPlay automatically
when plugged into a USB port.

To disable this feature from the Settings
screen, select:

Menu Item

Apple CarPlay Preferences

Your device is listed if SYNC detects Apple
CarPlay. Select the name of your device.

Switch Apple CarPlay off.

To return to SYNC 3, go to the Apple CarPlay
home screen and select the SYNC app.

Note: Contact Apple for Apple CarPlay
support.

Android Auto

Android Auto is compatible with most
devices with Android 5.0 or newer.

1. Download the Android Auto app to your

device from Google Play to prepare your
device (this may require mobile data
usage).

Note: The Android Auto App may not be
available within your current market.

2. Plug your device into a USB Port.  See

USB Port (page 416).

3. Follow the prompt on the touchscreen.

4. Follow the prompts that appear on your

device.

Note: You may be prompted to update
additional apps on your device. This may
require mobile data usage.

To disable this feature from the Settings
screen, select:

Menu Item

Android Auto Preferences

Your device is listed if SYNC detects
Android Auto. Select the name of your
device.

Switch Android Auto off.

Note: You may need to slide your Settings
screen to the left to select Apple CarPlay
Preferences or Android Auto Preferences.

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