- Fig. 1 Overview of commands for the speech dialogue system
You can operate many functions of the MMI quickly and easily with the speech dialogue system.
Using the speech dialogue system you can conveniently switch between the various modes, e.g. from navigation to telephone* mode. When used in combination with the handsfree system, you can make calls without touching your mobile phone. The speech dialogue system recognises commands and spoken numbers regardless of the speaker.
The speech dialogue system automatically creates a name tag for each entry in the directory. You can use the name tags to set the private or business address of an entry as the navigation destination or call the entry. You can also access further functions of the directory: You can call up call lists, look at the route list for a certain destination or show the map on the MMI display Link.
If you do not know a command, no problem! If the speech dialogue system is activated, simply say HELP. The system will transmit the commands you can currently say or will help you with a cue Link.
In which language would you like to use the speech dialogue system? You can select any of the following languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese or Dutch Link.
How to help the system understand you
- Speak clearly in a normal volume. Speak louder if you are driving fast.
- Speak in a normal tone without long pauses.
- Avoid talking while the speech dialogue system is giving a cue.
- Close doors, windows and sun roof* to reduce background noise. Make sure that passengers are not talking when you say a command.
- Keep the air outlets of the air distribution system pointed away from the microphone, which is fitted in the vicinity of the front interior lights.
- The system should only be operated by the driver, since the handsfree microphone is directed towards the driver.
Unrecognised speech commands
The system acknowledges your commands with an acoustic signal. If the system does not recognise a speech command, it will answer with Pardon? and request you to repeat the command. After a third failed attempt the system will say Cancel and the dialogue will be ended.
WARNING!
- Please direct your full attention to the road at all times! As the driver, you have full responsibility for the safety of the vehicle and other road users. For this reason, you should only use the functions in a manner that allows you to maintain control of the vehicle in all situations - accident risk!
- The speech dialogue system must not be used in cases of emergency, since the voice changes in stressful situations. This could result in a failed or delayed telephone connection. Always dial emergency numbers manually!