Voice control - introduction

Voice control enables the driver to voice-activate certain functions in the infotainment system, a Bluetooth®-connected cell phone or in the optional navigation system.

 Note

  • The information about phone commands in this section applies to a Bluetooth®-connected cell phone. See Bluetooth® hands-free system for more detailed information.
  • Volvo' optional navigation system has a separate user's guide containing that system's specific voice commands.

Voice control offers convenience and enables the driver to keep his/her hands on the steering wheel and concentrate on driving.

 Warning

As the driver, you have full responsibility for operating the vehicle safely and adhering to all applicable traffic regulations.

Input to the system is in dialog form: commands from the driver and a response from the system. The voice control system uses the same microphone as the Bluetooth® hands-free system, see Bluetooth® hands-free system – overview and system responses come via the infotainment system's speakers.

Getting started

P3-1020-S60/V60 voice control button
Right side steering wheel keypad
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  • Press the button (1) to activate the system and initiate a command dialog. The most common commands will then be displayed on the center console screen.

While using the voice control system, keep the following in mind:

  • When giving commands, speak at your usual speed and in a normal tone of voice after the tone
  • Avoid speaking while the system is responding. Commands cannot be processed during a response.
  • The vehicle's doors, windows and moonroof* should be closed when using the voice control system
  • Avoid background noises in the cabin when using the system

 Note

If you are uncertain of the commands that you can use, saying help will prompt the system to provide a number of commands that can be used in a specific situation.

Commands can be cancelled by:

  • Saying cancel
  • Pressing EXIT or any of the mode buttons (Tel, MEDIA, etc.).

Cell phones

Before any phone-related voice commands can be used, a Bluetooth®-enabled cell phone must be paired with and connected to the infotainment system. If a command is given and no phone is connected, the system will inform you of this. See Connecting a Bluetooth® device for information about pairing and connecting a cell phone.

  1. * Option/accessory.