Ford F-250 (2022 year). Manual in english

Adjusting the Volume

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Turn to adjust the volume.

Some vehicles may be able to adjust the
volume using buttons on the steering
wheel.

Changing Radio Stations

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In radio mode, turn to search through the
radio frequency band.

In satellite radio mode, turn to find the
previous or next available satellite radio
station.

Selecting the Audio Modes

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Press and release the button to
access different audio modes,
for example AM and FM.

Setting a Memory Preset

Tune to a station, then press and hold one
of the memory preset buttons on the
touchscreen. The audio briefly mutes while
the system saves the station and returns
once the station is stored.

Switching the Audio Unit On and

Off

Press and release the button.

Using Seek, Fast Forward and
Reverse

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In radio mode, select a frequency band and
press and release either button. The
system stops at the first station it finds in
that direction.

In satellite radio mode, press and release
to select the next or previous satellite radio
station. If you select a specific category,
such as jazz, rock or news, press to find the
next or previous station in that category.

DIGITAL RADIO

Note:

HD Radio broadcasts are not

available in all markets.

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HD Radio technology is the digital
evolution of analog AM/FM radio. Your
system has a special receiver that allows
it to receive digital broadcasts, where
available, in addition to the analog
broadcasts, it already receives. Digital
broadcasts provide a better sound quality
than analog broadcasts with free,
crystal-clear audio and no static or
distortion. For more information, and a
guide to available stations and
programming, please visit
www.hdradio.com.

When HD Radio is on and you tune to a
station broadcasting HD Radio technology,
you may notice the HD Radio logo on your
screen. When this logo is available, you
may also see Title and Artist fields
on-screen.

The multicast indicator appears in FM
mode, only, if the current station is
broadcasting multiple digital broadcasts.
The highlighted numbers signify available
digital channels where new or different
content is available. HD1 signifies the main
programming status and is available in
analog and digital broadcasts. Other
multicast stations, HD2 through HD7, are
only available digitally.

When HD Radio broadcasts are active, you
can access the following functions:
•

Memory presets

allow you to save an

active channel as a memory preset.
Touch and hold a memory preset slot
until the sound returns. There is a brief
mute while the radio saves the station.
Sound returns when finished. When
switching to an HD2 or HD3 memory
preset, the sound mutes before the
digital audio plays, because the system
has to reacquire the digital signal.

Note:

As with any saved radio station, you

cannot access the saved station if your
vehicle is outside the station’s reception
area.

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HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting

Potential reception issues

If you are listening to a multicast station and you are on
the fringe of the reception area, the station may mute due
to weak signal strength.

Reception area

If you are listening to HD1, the system switches back to
the analog broadcast until the digital broadcast is available
again. However, if you are listening to any of the possible
HD2-HD7 multicast channels, the station mutes and stays
muted unless it is able to connect to the digital signal
again.

When the system first receives a station, aside from HD2-
HD7 multicast stations, it first plays the station in the
analog version. Once the receiver verifies the station is an
HD Radio station, it shifts to the digital version. Depending
on the station quality, you may hear a slight sound change
when the station changes from analog to digital. Blending
is the shift from analog to digital sound or digital back to
analog sound.

Station blending

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 the accuracy of all audio
streams and data fields.

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Potential station issues

Action

Cause

Issues

No action required. This is a
broadcast issue.

This is poor time alignment
by the radio broadcaster.

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 avail-
able.

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 at website listed

below.

Data service issue by the
radio broadcaster.

Text information does not
match currently playing
audio.

Fill out the station issue
form at website listed

below.

Data service issue by the
radio broadcaster.

There is no text information
shown for currently selected
frequency.

http://hdradio.com/stations/feedback

HD Radio Technology manufactured under
license from iBiquity Digital Corporation
and foreign patents. HD Radio and the HD
and HD Radio logos are proprietary
trademarks of DTS Ford Motor Company
and DTS 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.

SATELLITE RADIO

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio broadcasts a
variety of music, news, sports, weather,
traffic and entertainment satellite radio
channels. For more information and a
complete list of SiriusXM satellite radio
channels, visit www.siriusxm.com in the
United States, www.siriusxm.ca in Canada,
or call SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.

Note:

This receiver includes the eCos

real-time operating system. eCos is
published under the eCos License.

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Satellite Radio Reception Factors

Potential Satellite Radio Reception Issues

For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna
clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
material as far away from the antenna as possible.

Antenna obstructions

Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

Terrain

When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
the audio system may mute.

Station overload

Your display may show ACQUIRING . . . to indicate the
interference and the audio system may mute.

Satellite radio signal interfer-
ence

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service

Note:

SiriusXM reserves the unrestricted

right to change, rearrange, add or delete
programming including canceling, moving
or adding particular channels, and its prices,
at any time, with or without notice to you.
Neither SiriusXM and its affiliates nor Ford
Motor Company and its affiliates will be
liable to you or any third party for any such
modification, suspension or termination.

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SiriusXM satellite radio is a
subscription-based satellite radio service
that broadcasts a variety of music, sports,
news, weather, traffic and entertainment
programming. Your factory-installed
SiriusXM satellite radio system includes
hardware and a limited subscription term,
which begins on the date of sale or lease
of your vehicle. See an authorized dealer
for availability.

For more information on extended
subscription terms (a service fee is
required), the online media player and a
complete list of SiriusXM satellite radio
channels, and other features, please visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call
SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial
Number (ESN)

You need your ESN to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account.

Locating Your ESN

Select SiriusXM as the audio source.

2. Tune to channel 0.

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Troubleshooting

Action

Condition

Message

No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.

Radio requires more than
two seconds to produce
audio for the selected
channel.

Acquiring…

If this message does not
clear shortly, or with an igni-
tion key cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See an
authorized dealer for service.

There is an internal module
or system failure present.

Satellite antenna fault

SIRIUS system failure

Tune to another channel or
choose another preset.

The channel is no longer
available.

Invalid Channel

Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to subscribe to
the channel, or tune to
another channel.

Your subscription does not
include this channel.

Unsubscribed Channel

The signal is blocked. When
you move into an open area,
the signal should return.

The signal is lost from the
SiriusXM satellite or Siri-
usXM tower to your vehicle
antenna.

No Signal

No action required. The
process may take up to
three minutes.

Update of channel
programming in progress.

Updating…

Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to resolve
subscription issues.

Your satellite service is no
longer available.

Questions? Call

1-888-539-7474

Use the channel guide to
turn off the Lock or Skip
function on that station.

All the channels in the
selected category are either
skipped or locked.

None found

Check Channel Guide

No action required.

SiriusXM has updated the
channels available for your
vehicle.

Subscription Updated

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USB PORT

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.

USB A

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USB C

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The USB port allows you to plug in media
playing devices, memory sticks and charge
devices.

Note:

We recommend using only USB-IF

certified cables and adapters. Non-certified
cables and adapters may not work.

Locating the USB Ports

The USB ports may be in the following
locations:

•

Inside the media bin.

•

Inside the center console.

•

On the lower instrument panel.

Note:

The number and type of USB ports

may vary depending on your vehicle.

Note:

Not all USB ports in your vehicle have

data transfer capabilities. See

What Is the

Power Outlet

(page 182).

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AUDIO SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Driving while distracted

Listening to loud audio for long periods of
time could damage your hearing.

SWITCHING THE AUDIO UNIT
ON AND OFF

Press the button on the volume
control.

SELECTING THE AUDIO
SOURCE

Audio Unit

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Press to open the media source
menu.

You can press this multiple times to
change the audio source or scroll through
the media sources.

Touchscreen

Press

Sources

on the touchscreen to open

the media source menu.

PLAYING OR PAUSING THE
AUDIO SOURCE

Audio Unit

Press the button to pause
playback. Press again to resume
playback.

Touchscreen

Press the button to pause
playback. Press again to resume
playback.

Note:

Not all sources can be paused.

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME

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Turn to adjust the volume.

Some vehicles may be able to adjust the
volume using buttons on the steering
wheel.

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SWITCHING SHUFFLE MODE
ON AND OFF

Press the button on the
touchscreen to switch shuffle
mode on or off.

Note:

Not all sources have shuffle mode.

SWITCHING REPEAT MODE ON
AND OFF

Press the button on the
touchscreen to switch repeat
mode on or off.

Note:

Not all sources have repeat mode.

SETTING A MEMORY PRESET

Select a station or channel.

2. Press and hold a memory preset button

on the touchscreen.

Note:

The audio mutes briefly while the

system saves the preset and returns once it
is stored.

Note:

You can save presets from multiple

sources to the memory preset bar.

MUTING THE AUDIO

Press to mute the signal. Press
again to restore the signal.

ADJUSTING THE SOUND
SETTINGS

Balance and Fade

(If Equipped)

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Sound Settings

3. Press

Balance / Fade

4. Press the arrows to adjust the settings.

Tone Settings

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Sound Settings

3. Press

Tone Settings

4. Press the arrows or slider bar to adjust

the settings.

Speed Compensated Volume

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Sound Settings

3. Press

Speed Compensated Volume

4. Press a setting.

Occupancy Mode

(If Equipped)

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Sound Settings

3. Press

Occupancy Mode

4. Press a setting.

Sound Mode

(If Equipped)

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Sound Settings

3. Press

Sound Mode

4. Press a setting.

SETTING THE CLOCK AND
DATE

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Clock Settings

3. Set the time.

Note:

The

and

options are not

available if

24-hour mode

is on.

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Switching Automatic Time
Updates On and Off

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Clock Settings

3. Switch

Automatic time zone update

on or off.

AM/FM RADIO

AM/FM RADIO LIMITATIONS

The further you travel from an AM or FM
station, the weaker the signal and the
weaker the reception.

Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges,
tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking
garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with the
reception.

When you pass a ground-based broadcast
repeating tower, a stronger signal may
overtake a weaker one and result in the
audio system muting.

SELECTING A RADIO STATION

Manually Selecting a Radio
Station

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Turn to search through the radio frequency
band.

Using Direct Tune

Press

Direct Tune

to open the number

pad.

2. Enter the station you prefer.

Note:

You can only enter a valid station for

the audio source you are currently listening
to.

Using Seek

Press either button. The system
stops at the first station it finds
in that direction.

Using the Station List

Press

Browse

Note:

Available on FM radio only.

2. Press a station.

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SWITCHING THE DISPLAY ON
AND OFF

Audio Unit

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Press the button.

Touchscreen

To switch the display off:

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Display Settings

3. Press

Display Off

Note:

The display defaults to on each time

you switch your vehicle on.

To switch the display on, press anywhere
on the touchscreen.

DIGITAL RADIO

WHAT IS DIGITAL RADIO

HD Radio™ technology is the digital
evolution of analog AM/FM radio.

For additional information, visit

www.HDRadio.com

HD Radio Technology is manufactured
under license from iBiquity Digital
Corporation and foreign patents. HD Radio
and the HD and HD Radio logos are
proprietary trademarks of DTS. The vehicle
manufacturer and DTS 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.

HOW DOES DIGITAL RADIO WORK

Your system has a special receiver that
allows it to receive digital broadcasts in
addition to analog broadcasts.

HD1 signifies the main programming status
and is available in both analog and digital
broadcasts. Other multicast stations are
only available digitally and could contain
new or different content.

Note:

When the system first receives an

HD1 station, it plays the station in the analog
version until it verifies the station is an HD
Radio station. Then it shifts to the digital
version.

Note:

There is an audio mute delay when

switching to an HD2 or HD3 station because
the system has to reacquire and decode the
digital signal.

DIGITAL RADIO LIMITATIONS

If you are outside the reception area, the
system could not work.

If you are on the fringe of the reception
area, the station could mute due to weak
signal strength.

Note:

If you are listening to HD1, the system

changes back to the analog broadcast until
the digital broadcast is available again. If
you are listening to any other multicast
channels, the station mutes and stays
muted unless it is able to connect to the
digital signal again.

Depending on the station quality, you could
hear a slight sound change when the
station changes between analog and
digital audio.

You cannot access a saved HD station if
your vehicle is outside the station’s
reception area.

SWITCHING DIGITAL RADIO
RECEPTION ON AND OFF

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Radio Settings

3. Switch

AM HD Radio

FM HD Radio

on or off.

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DIGITAL RADIO INDICATORS

HD Radio Indicator

The indicator appears when HD Radio is
on and you tune to a station broadcasting
HD Radio technology.

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The color of the indicator changes to
indicate the system status.

Gray indicates the system is acquiring a
digital station.

Orange indicates digital audio is playing.

Multicast Indicator

The multicast indicator appears if the
current station is broadcasting multiple
digital broadcasts. The highlighted
numbers indicate additional digital
channels available.

Note:

For stations that have more than one

HD multicast, the HD indicator and radio
text appears as a button. Press the button
to cycle through all of the HD stations on
that specific frequency.

SATELLITE RADIO

WHAT IS SATELLITE RADIO

Your factory-installed SiriusXM radio
system includes a limited subscription
term, which begins on the date of sale or
lease of your vehicle. See an authorized
dealer for availability.

For additional information about extended
subscription terms, visit

www.SiriusXM.com

in the United States,

www.SiriusXM.ca

Canada, or call SiriusXM at
1-888-539-7474.

Note:

SiriusXM reserves the unrestricted

SATELLITE RADIO LIMITATIONS

For optimal reception performance, keep
the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up
and keep luggage and other material as
far away from the antenna as possible.
Placing luggage over the antenna may
reduce performance.

Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges,
tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking
garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with your
reception.

When you pass a ground-based
broadcast-repeating tower, a stronger
signal may overtake a weaker one and
could result in the audio system muting.
Your display could show an error message
to indicate the interference.

LOCATING THE SATELLITE RADIO
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

Select SiriusXM as the audio source.

2. Tune to channel 0.

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SELECTING A CHANNEL

Manually Selecting a Channel

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Press the button to find the
previous or next available radio
channel.

Linear Tuner

The linear tuner is displayed when
manually selecting a channel. You can
swipe left or right on the linear tuner
carousel to navigate through the channel
list. Tap on a channel title to listen to it.

Using Direct Tune

Press the channel up or down button
to open the linear tuner screen.

2. Press

Direct Tune

to open the number

pad.

3. Enter the channel you prefer.

Using Browse

Press

Browse

2. Select a channel.

SATELLITE RADIO SETTINGS

Subscription

Your subscription status is displayed. You
can subscribe or manage your subscription
directly from the touchscreen.

Listener Add/Switch

You can create up to five listener profiles
per SiriusXM account. Each listener profile
can be personalized with a name and
profile image.

Note:

Requires a trial or active subscription

to use.

Note:

A default profile is available when no

listener profiles are created.

SiriusXM Favorites

SiriusXM Favorites are shown for the active
listener profile. While you are listening to
SiriusXM, you can save favorites by:

•

Tapping the currently tuned channel
or show logo on the SiriusXM audio
screen. A favorite icon appears next to
the logo when it is saved as a favorite.

•

Tuning to a channel or show you want
to save as a favorite. Navigate to the
SiriusXM Favorites screen and press
the Add Current button. The currently
tuned channel or show is saved as a
favorite.

•

Saving a radio preset. This saves the
currently tuned SiriusXM channel or
show as a favorite.

Note:

Requires a trial or active subscription

to use.

Listening History

Listening history is a list of recently listened
to SiriusXM content and is shown for the
active listener profile. You can view,
manage and reset the listening history
using the controls on the touchscreen.

Note:

Requires a trial or active subscription

to use.

Listener Settings

Listener settings apply to the active
listener profile.

Note:

Requires a trial or active subscription

to use.

Note:

A default profile is available when no

listener profiles are created.

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AUDIO SYSTEM – TROUBLESHOOTING

AUDIO SYSTEM – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Satellite Radio Troubleshooting

Recommended Action

Potential Effects

Error Message

Internet connectivity is

turned off. See

Connected

Vehicle

(page 498).

Internet streaming and On

Demand shows are unavail-

able and some SiriusXM

features are disabled.

Connectivity Disabled

SYNC will attempt to

connect. See

Satellite

Radio Limitations

(page

529). Switch to a satellite
connection for the current

channel if the option is

available.

Audio system may mute.

"Switch to Satellite" button

may be displayed on the

SiriusXM audio screen if the
channel is also available via

satellite.

No Internet

Antenna may be obstructed
or satellite reception is weak
in your location. See

Satel-

lite Radio Limitations

(page 529). Switch to an

internet connection for the

current channel if the option

is available.

Audio system may mute.

“Switch to Internet” button

may be displayed on the

SiriusXM audio screen if the
channel is also available via

streaming.

No Satellite Signal

Allow some time for audio

to load or tune to a different

channel.

Audio system may mute

while audio attempts to

load.

Slow Network Connection

A temporary update may be
in progress. Allow some time
before retrying to tune to the
channel. If issue persists, the

channel may no longer be

available.

Audio system may mute.

Radio may tune to a

different channel.

Channel Unavailable

A temporary update may be
in progress. Allow some time

before retrying to play the

episode. If issue persists, the

episode may no longer be

available.

Audio system may mute.

Radio may tune to a

different channel.

Episode Unavailable

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Retry action after some time

or tune to a different

channel.

Audio system may mute.

Radio may tune to a

different channel.

Something went wrong

Your subscription has

expired or you have not yet

subscribed for access to the

listed content. Navigate to

Subscription under the

Satellite Radio Settings

menu. If you have an active

subscription which includes
the listed channel or content

and you see this error, you

may need to refresh your

radio. To refresh your Siri-

usXM radio, visit www.siri-

usxm.com/refresh in the US,

or www.siriusxm.ca/refresh

in Canada.

You may need to provide

your SiriusXM Radio identific-

ation number. See

Locating the Satellite

Radio Identification

Number

(page 529).

Cannot listen to selected

content. Content may

appear grayed out and some

features may be disabled.

Subscribe to Listen

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