Telephone System: Function

As an option the car is available with a complete telephone system (handset optional). The alternative is also available for aftermarket installation. The telephone system is available for all markets which use GSM - 900MHz.

The Phone Module (PHM) with keypad is located beside the audio system head unit.

When a call is made or when using the telephones other functions the keypad in the steering wheel hub controls the telephone system. All functions except for switching on and off can be controlled by the telephone keypad on the steering wheel hub.

Information from the telephone system is displayed in the combined instrument panel display.

If the car is equipped with the telephone the storage compartment beside the audio unit is replaced by a keypad and the telephone keypad is installed in the steering wheel. The design allows after market installation.

The telephone box is installed under the parcel shelf. The telephone box is designed for the large SIM card which is inserted into the box. If the customer wishes to use the small SIM card from a mobile phone an adapter/holder should be used.

The language choice for the phone system does not affect the cars global language selection (in the central electrical module (CEM)) while a change in the global language selection controls the telephone system.

The handsfree microphone is integrated into the rear view mirror and the loudspeakers into the driver's seat head restraint. This also applies to aftermarket installation.

The telephone system is equipped with Active Sound Control (ASC) which means that the handsfree loudspeaker sound level is automatically adjusted to the car speed to compensate for noise. Active Sound Control (ASC) can be disconnected using the telephone system menu function.

The antenna is mounted against the windshield (in front of the rear view mirror).

The handset is optional (not available as single accessory). It is used for private conversations when the handsfree function is not desired.

The telephone has an power handling capacity of 8W (compared to a mobile phone approximately 2W) which gives longer range and high conversational quality.