DS 3: DS CONNECT NAV / Applications

USB sockets

Depending on equipment, for more information on the USB sockets compatible with CarPlay® or Android Auto applications, refer to the "Ease of use and comfort" section.

For the list of compatible smartphones, visit the Manufacturer's website in your country.

Synchronising a smartphone enables users to display applications that support the smartphone’s CarPlay® or Android Auto technology on the vehicle’s screen. For CarPlay® technology, the CarPlay® function must first be activated on the smartphone.

Unlock the smartphone for the communication process between the smartphone and the system to work.

As principles and 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.

Connectivity

Press Applications to display the main page.

Press "Connectivity" to access the CarPlay® or Android Auto functions.

CarPlay® smartphone connection

Depending on country.

On connecting the USB cable, the CarPlay® function deactivates the system's Bluetooth® mode.

The "CarPlay" function requires the use of a compatible smartphone and compatible applications.

Connect the USB cable. The smartphone charges when connected by the USB cable.

Press "Telephone" to display the CarPlay® interface.

Or

Connect the USB cable. The smartphone charges when connected by the USB cable.

From the system, press "Applications" to display the main page.

Press "Connectivity" to access the "CarPlay®” function.

Press "CarPlay" to display the CarPlay® interface.

When the USB cable is disconnected and the ignition is switched off then back on, the system will not automatically switch to Radio Media mode; the source must be changed manually.

Android Auto smartphone connection

Depending on country.

Install the "Android Auto" application on the smartphone via "Google Play".

The "Android Auto" function requires the use of a compatible smartphone and compatible applications.

Connect the USB cable. The smartphone charges when connected by the USB cable.

From the system, press "Applications" to display the main page.

Press "Connectivity" to access the "Android Auto” function.

Press "Android Auto" to start the application in the system.

During the procedure, several screen pages relating to certain features are displayed.

Accept to start and complete the connection.

Access to the different audio sources remains available in the margin of the Android Auto display, using the touch buttons located in the upper bar.

Access to the menus for the system is possible at any time using the dedicated buttons.

In Android Auto mode, the function that displays rolling menus by briefly pressing the screen with three fingers is disabled.

There may be a pause before applications become available, depending on the quality of the network.

Car Apps

Press Applications to display the main page.

Press "Car Apps" to display the applications home page.

Internet Browser

Press Applications to display the main page.

Press "Connectivity" to access the "Connected Apps” function.

Press "Connected Apps" to display the browser home page.

Select the country of residence.

Press "OK" to save and start the browser.

Connection to the internet is via one of the network connections provided by the vehicle or the user.

Bluetooth connection®

The services available depend on the network, the SIM card and the compatibility of the Bluetooth devices used. Consult the smartphone user guide and the service provider to check which services are available.

The Bluetooth function must be activated and the smartphone configured as "Visible to all".

To complete the pairing, whichever procedure is used (from the smartphone or from the system), ensure that the code is the same in the system and in the smartphone.

If the pairing procedure fails, we recommend deactivating and then reactivating the Bluetooth function on the smartphone.

Procedure from the smartphone

Select the name of the system in the list of detected devices.

In the system, accept the connection request from the smartphone.

Procedure from the system

Press Connect-App to display the main page.

Press the "OPTIONS" button to access the secondary page.

Press "Bluetooth connection".

Select "Search".

The list of detected smartphones is displayed.

Select the name of the chosen smartphone in the list.

Depending on the type of smartphone, you may by prompted to accept the transfer of contacts and messages.

Connection sharing

The system offers to connect the smartphone with 3 profiles:

"Telephone" (hands-free kit, telephone only),

“Streaming" (streaming: wireless playing of audio files on the smartphone),

"Mobile internet data".

The "Mobile internet data" profile must be activated for connected navigation (if the vehicle does not have "Emergency and assistance call" services), after first activating smartphone connection sharing.

Select one or more profiles.

Press "OK" to confirm.

Wi-Fi connection

Network connection via the smartphone's Wi-Fi.

Press Connect-App to display the main page.

Press the "OPTIONS" button to access the secondary page.

Select "Wi-Fi network connection".

Select the "Secured", "Not secured" or "Stored” tab.

Select a network.

Using the virtual keypad , enter the Wi-Fi network "Key" and "Password".

Press "OK" to establish the connection.

The Wi-Fi connection and Wi-Fi connection sharing are exclusive.

Wi-Fi connection sharing

Depending on equipment.

Creation of a local Wi-Fi network by the system.

Press Connect-App to display the main page.

Press the "OPTIONS" button to access the secondary page.

Select "Share Wi-Fi connection".

Select the "Activation" tab to activate or deactivate Wi-Fi connection sharing.

And/or

Select the "Settings" tab to change the system’s network name and password.

Press "OK" to confirm.

To protect against unauthorised access and to make all systems as secure as possible, the use of a security code or a complex password is recommended.

Managing connections

Press Connect-App to display the main page.

Press the "OPTIONS" button to access the secondary page.

Select "Manage connection".

With this function, you can view the access to connected services, the availability of connected services and modify the connection mode.