What does 'phone' mean in a car?
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The 'phone' in a car refers to the car phone. Pressing this button allows your mobile phone to connect to the car's system via Bluetooth, enabling you to make and receive calls through the car's system. Here is an introduction to the relevant knowledge about car phones: 1. Design Purpose: Bluetooth/car phones are specifically designed for driving safety and comfort. Passengers only need a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to connect to the car's Bluetooth, allowing them to make and receive calls through the car's Bluetooth. 2. Function: The main functions of Bluetooth car phones are: automatic identification of mobile phones, no need for cables or phone holders to connect to the phone; users do not need to touch the phone (keeping both hands on the steering wheel) to control the phone or use voice commands to answer or make calls. Users can make calls through the car's audio system or Bluetooth wireless headsets.
The phone button on the steering wheel serves as a shortcut for answering and making calls. Pressing it activates the car's Bluetooth system, and in some vehicles, it directly displays the contact list or call history. This feature is designed to facilitate safe calling while driving, eliminating the need to look down for your phone. I usually connect my phone via Bluetooth when getting in the car. As long as the phone is pre-paired, a simple press of the button enables voice-controlled calling. Newer models even support connecting two phones simultaneously, allowing seamless switching between a work number and a personal number. Remember to enable auto-connect in the settings when parked, so it's ready to use the next time you get in the car. No more fumbling for your phone when receiving important calls.
The phone icon displayed on the infotainment screen represents the Bluetooth calling function. After pairing your mobile phone with the vehicle's system, the instrument cluster will display a signal strength icon. The key point is to be patient during initial pairing: first activate the infotainment system's Bluetooth search, enable visibility on the mobile device, and pay attention to uppercase/lowercase when entering the pairing code. Once successfully connected, you can not only make calls but also sync contacts. In luxury cars like Mercedes-Benz, even WeChat voice messages can be routed through the vehicle's speakers. However, it's best to use voice control while driving - some vehicles will even sound an alarm if your hands leave the steering wheel for more than 10 seconds.
