Get Touch Screen Guide for Citroen C3 Aircross SUV First Generation (2017-2023)

10" Touch Screen

– Using the smartphone.

– Changing the system settings and

configuration.

Some functions are not accessible when

driving.

By integrating with your Bluetooth^®-enabled

phone, the touch screen provides easy

interaction with audio, multimedia, navigation,

and your phone's compatible applications.

Your system is equipped with a feature that

allows you to access and control audio features

for 60 minutes after you switch the ignition off

(until the doors are locked using the remote

control).

10" Touch Screen

Multimedia audio system

The functions and settings described

may vary according to the vehicle

version and configuration.

Overheating

In very hot conditions, operation may

be limited to protect the system (e.g. volume

may be reduced). A warning message is

displayed on the screen.

The system will resume normal operation

when the temperature in the passenger

compartment has dropped.

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.

Layout of the touch screen

To operate the touch screen, simply touch the

item or option that you want to choose. The

button changes colour when you select it.

The system is protected in such a way

that it will only operate in the vehicle.

For more information about

smartphones and OS compatibility,

refer to the following website:

Make sure you are aware of all applicable

local laws that may affect the use of

electronic devices while driving.

1. Display off (short press)

Power off (long press)

For safety reasons and because they

require sustained attention by the

driver, the following operations must be

carried out with the vehicle stationary and

the ignition on:

2. Connected device status with battery and

signal strength (when mobile phone is

connected)

General information

Getting to know your

system

3. Status bar

This bar displays icons and messages

pertaining to current system activities.

4. Date and time

– Pairing the smartphone with the system in

Bluetooth^®mode.

The system allows you to interact with a variety

of features using the touch screen and voice

commands.

– Connection to the Apple CarPlay^®or

Android Auto applications.

5. Global volume control

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Decrease volume (short press)

Mute sound (long press)

6. Menus

7. Global shortcuts

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Change multimedia source

The touch screen allows quick access to all of

your comfort, navigation, communication and

entertainment options. Using the status and

feature bar, you can quickly select the feature

you want to use.

Menus

Voice command

Activates voice recognition while

connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth^®

(with Internet on), Android Auto or Apple

CarPlay^®and the system provides feedback

through audible tones, prompts, questions

and spoken confirmations depending on the

situation and the chosen level of interaction

(voice settings of the phone).

Radio

Select a radio station.

Cleaning the touch screen

Phone

Remove dirt and fingerprints with a dry, clean,

soft cloth.

Access the phone contacts, dialpad and

call log.

If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,

apply a small amount of cleaning alcohol to the

cloth and try to clean it again.

Seek up or next song

Android Auto

While in radio mode, press to seek

between memory presets. Press and hold to

increment quickly, until you find a station you

want to listen.

Run certain applications on a

Do not use detergent or any type of

solvent to clean the touch screen.

Do not pour or spray alcohol onto the touch

screen.

Do not use sharp objects on the screen.

Do not touch the screen with wet hands.

smartphone connected via Android

Auto.

While in USB or Bluetooth^®audio, press to seek

between songs or press and hold to fast seek.

During an incoming call: accept call

Seek down or previous song

Apple CarPlay®

Run certain applications on a

smartphone connected via Apple

CarPlay®.

While in radio mode, press to seek

between memory presets. Press and hold to

decrement quickly, until you find a station you

want to listen.

Steering mounted

controls

Media

Access and navigate media files of a USB

device or an iPod.

While in USB or Bluetooth^®audio press to seek

between songs or press and hold to fast seek.

During an incoming call: reject call

During an ongoing call : end call

Depending on your vehicle and option package,

you can use different controls on your steering

wheel to interact with the touch screen system

in different ways.

BT Audio

Access and control the audio files of a

device connected via Bluetooth.

Increase volume

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Make a long press on one of the preset number

to preset the current playing station.

Automatic

Press AST to search all frequencies within the

current band and automatically store valid

stations.

To complete the pairing, whichever procedure

is used (from the phone or from the system),

ensure that the code is the same in the system

and in the phone.

Device List

Access and manage the devices

connected to the system.

Settings

If the pairing procedure fails, we

recommend deactivating and then

reactivating the Bluetooth^®function on the

phone and deleting any CITROËN name

present in the pairing list.

Access the settings (system, phone,

audio etc.).

Phone

Radio

Procedure from the phone

The system discoverable mode will operate 90

seconds once the BT visibility option is selected

under Settings.

Select the name of the system in the list of

detected devices on the phone.

In the system, accept the connection request

from the phone and follow the instructions on

the phone and system screen.

A phone must be paired to the system

to be able to use the following

functionalities.

Choosing the band

Press FM or AM on the bottom of the screen to

select the band.

Procedure from the system

Pairing a phone

The services available depend on the

network, the SIM card and the

compatibility of the Bluetooth^®devices

used.

Consult the phone user guide, the service

provider and the OEM portal to check which

services are available.

Select Settings menu.

Selecting a station

Make a short press to perform a manual

search for previous/next radio frequency.

Make a long press to perform an automatic

search for previous/next radio frequency.

Select Phone.

Press Add device.

Press Scan for Devices.

The list of detected devices is displayed.

Select the name of the required phone in the

list.

Presetting a station

12 stations can be preset on the FM band and 6

Depending on the type of phone, you

may by prompted to accept the

transfer of contacts.

on the AM band.

Manual

The Bluetooth^®function must be activated and

the phone in "Visible to all" mode.

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Automatic reconnection

Press this steering mounted button or

use the touch screen button.

To reject the call:

Call options

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On returning to the vehicle, if the last phone

connected is present again (Bluetooth^®

activated), it is automatically reconnected after

key on.

During an active call, the following options are

available:

Press this steering mounted button or

use the touch screen button.

Mute: mute the microphone.

Hold: put the active call on hold.

Add: add a second call from the dial pad, call

log or contact list.

Use Phone: switch to handset mode.

Keypad: use the keypad.

Making a call

Using the telephone is not

recommended while driving.

Park/stop the vehicle before using the

mobile device.

Managing paired phones

To connect or disconnect a paired phone and

switch to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay^®:

Press Settings menu, select Phone then

Device List to display the list of paired

devices.

End call: hang up the phone.

Managing multiple calls

If there is a second incoming call, you can press

Accept Call to accept it. The first call is on

hold.

You can choose to swap between calls or merge

both calls. If you merge calls, a conference call

is created.

or

Calling a new number

Press directly Device List menu to

display the list of paired devices.

Press the Bluetooth icon to connect/

disconnect a device.

Press Phone menu.

Press Dialpad.

Enter the phone number using the digital

keypad.

Delete a phone

Press Settings menu, select Phone then

Device List to display the list of paired

devices.

Press the Call button.

Connectivity

Calling a contact

Synchronising a smartphone enables

users to display applications that

Press Phone menu.

or

Press directly Device List menu to

display the list of paired devices.

Press Delete to delete a device.

support the smartphone’s Android Auto or

Apple CarPlay^®technology on the vehicle’s

screen. For Apple CarPlay^®technology, the

Apple CarPlay^®function must first be

activated on the smartphone. In all cases,

the smartphone must be unlocked, to enable

the communication process between the

smartphone and the system to function (at

first connection only). As principles and

Press Contacts.

Select your contact.

Calling a recently used number

Press Phone menu.

Receiving a call

Press Call Log.

Select the number in the list of recently used

numbers.

An incoming call is announced by a ring and a

superimposed display in the screen.

To accept the call:

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standards are constantly changing, we

recommend keeping the smartphone's

operating system up-to-date, together with

the date and time on the smartphone and

the system.

requires activation of Bluetooth^®and Wi-Fi on

your device.

As soon as the connection is established,

select this menu to display the Android

Auto interface.

Refer to your smartphone for Android Auto

There may be a pause before

applications become available,

depending on the quality of the network and

performances of the phone.

or Apple CarPlay^®settings.

Connecting Android Auto smartphone can

be carried out either by USB cable or using a

wireless connection.

For the list of suitable smartphones,

visit the Android Auto and Apple

CarPlay^®websites:

USB connection

Connect the USB cable.

Apple CarPlay^®

The Apple CarPlay^®function requires

the use of a compatible smartphone

and compatible applications.

Android Auto is automatically launched a few

seconds after the USB connection has been

established. A validation procedure on the

smartphone has to be followed for the first

connection, with the vehicle stationary.

The smartphone charges when connected by

the USB cable.

Stop the car before connecting

Android Auto or Apple CarPlay^®and

follow the instructions on your phone.

Connecting Apple CarPlay^®smartphone can

be carried out either by USB cable or using a

wireless connection.

On connecting the USB cable, the

Android Auto or Apple CarPlay^®

function deactivates the system's Bluetooth^®

mode.

Wireless connection

USB connection

Connect the USB cable.

The wireless connection of an Android Auto

device can be initiated from the Device List

menu or home screen Android Auto icon.

First activate the smartphone’s Bluetooth^®

function.

Select Device List menu to display the device

to be connected to Android Auto.

If the device has already been connected to the

system via Bluetooth^®, select the Android Auto

of the desired device from the list of connected

Android phones.

For wireless Android Auto, subsequent

automatic connection of the smartphone

The smartphone charges when connected by

the USB cable.

From the system, press Apple CarPlay^®

menu to display the Apple CarPlay®

interface or press Device List menu to display

the list of connected devices and then select

Apple CarPlay^®.

Android Auto

Ensure the latest Android Auto

application is available on your

smartphone. If not, install it via "Play Store".

The Android Auto function requires the use

of a compatible smartphone and compatible

applications.

When the USB cable is disconnected

and the ignition is switched off then

back on, the system will not automatically

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switch to other mode; the source must be

changed manually.

Insert the USB memory stick into the USB port

or connect the USB device/iPod to the USB

port using a suitable cable (not supplied).

USB device format supported: FAT16 or FAT32.

For safety reasons, park the vehicle

before playing a video.

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Wireless connection

The wireless connection of an Apple CarPlay^®

device can only be initiated from the Device

List menu.

BT Audio

To protect the system, do not use a

USB hub.

First activate the smartphone’s Bluetooth^®

function.

Music

The system supports MP3 and WAV audio file

types.

The system builds music playlists (in temporary

memory); this operation can take from a

few seconds to several minutes at the first

connection.

Reduce the number of non-music files and the

number of folders to reduce the waiting time.

Playlists are updated whenever the ignition

is switched off or a USB memory stick is

connected. The audio system memorises these

lists, which will subsequently load faster if they

have not been changed.

Select Device List menu to display the devices

to be connected to Apple CarPlay^®.

If the device has already been connected to the

system via Bluetooth^®, select Apple CarPlay on

the desired device from the list of connected

Apple phones.

When a smartphone is paired to the system,

streaming allows you to listen to the audio feed

from your smartphone.

The Bluetooth^®profile must be activated.

First adjust the volume on the portable device

(to a high level). Then adjust the volume of the

audio system.

For wireless Apple CarPlay^®, subsequent

automatic connection of the smartphone

requires activation of Bluetooth^®and Wi-Fi on

your device.

Visit the Apple CarPlay^®website at:

If play does not start automatically, it may be

necessary to start the audio playback from the

smartphone.

Videos

The system can play video files in the AVI, WMV,

MP4, MOV, M4V, DAT and VOB formats.

Video control commands are accessible only

through the touch screen.

Browse button is available if supported by the

smartphone application.

Control is from the portable device or by using

the system's touch buttons.

Media

When the vehicle is in motion, video playback

will cut off and only audio playback will be

available.

Once connected in streaming mode,

the smartphone is considered to be a

media source.

USB video is not available if Android Auto or

Apple CarPlay^®is active/connected.

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The Wi-Fi network uses the 5 GHz

frequency. Some smartphones may

not support this feature.

Audio settings

Settings

Press Settings to display the main page.

Press Audio.

To protect your system, only networks

with a sufficient level of security are

allowed to connect. WPA2 encryption level,

equivalent to a domestic level, is required.

In this screen, you can modify the Balance

& Fade settings, the Equalizer settings, the

Volume settings and activate the SDVC (Speed

Dependent Volume Control) option.

General settings

Clock settings

Display settings

Press Settings to display the main page.

Press General.

– Select Language to choose a language in the

list displayed.

– Select Factory Reset to return to factory

default system.

– Select About to see information about the

current software version.

– Select Wi-Fi to generate a new password

for the Wi-Fi network. Only the password can

be changed and not the network name (Wi-Fi

SSID).

Press Clock.

Press Display.

Automatic date & time setting

Select Sync to GPS to enable date and time

synchronisation to GPS.

Select Time Zone to choose the appropriate

time zone.

– Select User off Mode to enable/disable date

and time display when the system is powered

off.

– Select Brightness to adjust the brightness of

the touch screen by using the + or - buttons.

Manual date setting

Select Date.

Choose the date format and then set the day,

month and year using up and down arrows.

Press Set.

Phone settings

Press Settings to display the main page.

Press Phone.

The Wi-Fi connection including

credential sharing with the user’s

smartphone happens automatically after

successful Bluetooth^®connection with a

wireless supported smartphone.

– Select BT visibility to turn on/off the

Bluetooth^®visibility of the system.

– Select Add device to select a mobile device

to be connected.

– Select Device list to view the previously

paired mobile devices and connect or delete a

device.

Manual time setting

Select Time.

Choose the time format (12 hrs or 24 hrs) and

then set the hours and minutes using up and

down arrows.

It cannot be used for Internet sharing

in the vehicle nor software update nor

any other purpose.

Press Set.

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Vehicle settings

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Press Settings to display the main page.

Press Vehicle.

Select Vehicle Alerts to view alerts of the

vehicle. When an active alert is present, it

is displayed in the status bar. An icon is also

displayed on the Settings menu button.

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