Subaru Outback Manuals 2015 Outback Navigation System Manual | Page 109

PHONE OPERATION (HANDS-FREE SYSTEM FOR CELLULAR PHONES) SOME BASICS The hands-free system enables calls to be made and received without having to take your hands off the steering wheel. This system supports Bluetooth. Bluetooth is a wireless data system that enables cellular phones to be used without being connected by a cable or placed in a cradle. The operating procedure of the phone is explained here. While driving, do not use a cellular phone or connect the Bluetooth phone. implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization should maintain a reasonable distance between themselves and the Bluetooth antennas. The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. Before using Bluetooth devices, users of any electrical medical device other than implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy-pacemakers or implantable NOTE If your cellular phone does not support Bluetooth, this system cannot function. Certain functions may not be available depending on the type of cellular phone. In the following conditions, the system may not function: The cellular phone is turned off. The current position is outside the communication area. The cellular phone is not connected. The cellular phone has a low battery. When using the hands-free function and other Bluetooth functions at the same time, the following problems may occur: The Bluetooth connection may be cut. Noise may be heard when playing back voice with the Bluetooth function. The other party’s voice will be heard from the front speakers. The audio/visual system will be muted during phone calls or when hands-free voice commands are used. Talk alternately with the other party on the phone. If both parties speak at the same time, the other party may not hear what has been said. (This is not a malfunction.) of the device for information about its operation under the effects on the operation of such medical devices. 107 4 PHONE WARNING CAUTION Do not leave your cellular phone in the vehicle. The temperature inside may rise to a level that could damage the phone.