Subaru Outback Manuals 2011 Outback Navigation System Manual | Page 105

Voice activation system The voice recognition function allows you to operate the navigation system, audio system and hands-free phone system using your voice instead of display screen handling. This section includes instructions about how to perform the voice commands. The commands that can be recognized by this system are restricted. (See Page 222.) For each function, refer to the corresponding items. Basic operations of voice recognition 1 Press the button located on the steering switch. I Correct voice recognition The interior circumstances of the vehicle will adversely affect the correct recognition of the voice. Note the following items in order for the system to correctly recognize the voice. • Speak clearly into the microphone. Speaking faster or slower and pausing between words will cause incorrect recognition. • Close the windows to eliminate outside noise. Traffic noises, driving sounds and wind noises may affect correct recognition of the voice. • Speak the voice commands correctly. The commands that can be recognized by this system are restricted. Any terms other