Information and Entertainment System - Sony® Sound: Overview

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The audio system consists of a 12-speaker system (the rear door speakers are composed of 2 speakers) with an AM/FM single CD ACM , 8-inch (203 mm) touchscreen FDIM , Sony® branded FCIM , audio DSP module, redundant steering wheel switches, SYNC® with media hub, optional navigation, optional satellite radio and HD Radio®.

The SYNC® system is a hands-free communication and entertainment system that provides the ability to:

Send and receive phone calls via a Bluetooth-enabled phone
Send and receive text messages via a Bluetooth-enabled phone
Connect media devices (such as an iPod or USB device) in order to play audio files
Play media files via a Bluetooth-enabled audio device
WiFi signal receiver for in-car internet access (requires customer-supplied USB modem)
Produce vehicle health reports
Initiate an emergency call (eCall) when the air bags deploy

In addition to entertainment system control, the operator can also control the climate control system, the ambient lighting system, and several other vehicle systems using either the touchscreen or voice controls.

While SYNC® supports many features, not all features are available with every phone. For example, text messaging is supported by SYNC® but not available with most phones.