How do I use voice command on Uconnect?
Uconnect is Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ in-vehicle infotainment system found across many of their vehicle models including Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Ram, and Fiat. The system provides entertainment, navigation, and communication features through the vehicle’s touchscreen interface.
An important feature of Uconnect is its voice command capabilities, allowing drivers to control certain functions hands-free using natural voice commands. With voice recognition technology, Uconnect can understand spoken requests to play media, make calls, enter navigation destinations, and more.
Uconnect voice control aims to provide a safe and convenient way to interact with the vehicle’s systems without distraction from looking at screens or pushing buttons. It enables drivers to keep their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel. Voice commands work well for tasks like tuning the radio or setting a destination in the navigation system.
The latest Uconnect systems have expanded voice command capabilities with more natural language understanding. Drivers can speak commands conversationally, and the system can interpret more complex requests and linked tasks. With practice, Uconnect voice control allows managing many media and vehicle functions through straightforward voice interactions.
Activating Voice Command
The basic way to activate Uconnect’s voice command feature is to press the voice command button on your vehicle’s steering wheel and say “Hello Uconnect.” The voice command button is located on the left side of the steering wheel and has an icon that looks like a microphone.
When you press this button, you’ll hear a beep, indicating the system is ready for your voice commands. Simply say “Hello Uconnect” in a clear voice to activate the voice recognition system. The system will respond audibly to let you know it is actively listening for your next command.
You can also activate voice command by saying “Hey Uconnect” without pressing any buttons first. The hands-free wake word activation must be enabled in your Uconnect system’s settings. Enabling this feature allows you to keep your hands on the wheel while using voice commands.
According to Jeep’s Uconnect Voice Command guide, the system works best when you speak in a normal, calm tone and use short, natural speech. Try to avoid long pauses between words and speak at a consistent volume. This will optimize voice recognition and allow you to use Uconnect’s convenient voice controls.
Basic Voice Commands
Uconnect offers a variety of basic voice commands to make using your vehicle’s systems quick and convenient. Here are some of the most common voice commands to get started:
To make a phone call to a contact simply say “Call John Doe.” Uconnect will call the John Doe contact stored in your phone.
To get navigation directions, say “Navigate to 123 Main Street, New York, New York.” Uconnect will provide turn-by-turn directions to that address.
To play a specific song or artist, say “Play song Hotel California” or “Play artist The Beatles.” Uconnect will begin playing the requested song or shuffle songs by that artist.
See Uconnect’s Voice Recognition Guide[1] for many more examples of voice commands for music, phone, navigation, vehicle controls, climate, and more.
[1] https://loopmein.imgix.net/vehicle-documents/0b0b0caa-c217-459c-ada1-ce2947871799.pdf
Media Controls
Uconnect’s Voice Command feature allows you to easily control music and media playback hands-free while driving. Some of the key media voice commands include:
To play or pause the current audio source, simply say “Play” or “Pause”. You can also say “Resume” to start playing again after pausing.
To skip to the next track, say “Next Track” or “Next Song”. To go back to the previous track, say “Previous Track” or “Previous Song”.
To tune to a specific radio station, say “Tune to [station name or frequency]”. For example, “Tune to NPR” or “Tune to 101.5 FM”. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick access.
According to Jeep (https://www.jeep.com/uconnect/features/voice-command.html), Uconnect offers full media control with natural voice commands, allowing you to keep your hands on the wheel.
Phone Controls
Uconnect allows you to use voice commands to make calls, answer incoming calls, redial numbers, and access voicemail while keeping your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Here are some of the key phone voice commands:
- Say “Call John Smith mobile” to call a specific contact’s mobile number.
- Say “Dial 201-555-0123” to dial a phone number.
- Say “Redial” to call the last dialed number.
- “Call voicemail” will directly access your voicemail box.
When an incoming call arrives, you can say “Answer” to answer the call or “Ignore” to send it to voicemail. Uconnect utilizes advanced voice recognition technology to identify contacts by name and understand natural speech commands. Using Uconnect voice commands for phone functions helps you stay focused on the road while remaining connected.
Source: Jeep Uconnect® Voice Commands
Navigation Commands
Uconnect’s voice recognition system allows you to control navigation and get directions hands-free while driving. Some key navigation voice commands include:
To enter an address, say “Navigate to [address]” or “Find [address]”. You can provide the full street address, city, and state. For example “Navigate to 1234 Main Street, New York, New York”.
To find a point of interest (POI), say “Find nearby [POI]” or “Search for [POI]”. For example “Find nearby coffee shops” or “Search for gas stations”. You can search by category like restaurants, hotels, parks, hospitals and more.
To get directions, say “Give me directions” or “Show me directions”. Uconnect will provide turn-by-turn directions to your selected destination.
For more details, refer to the Uconnect owner’s manual (Uconnect Voice Recognition Guide).
Vehicle Controls
Uconnect’s voice command feature allows you to control key vehicle functions hands-free using just your voice.1 Some of the main vehicle controls you can operate through voice commands include cabin temperature, defrost, wipers, and lights.
To adjust the cabin temperature, simply say “Set temperature to 72 degrees” or “Increase temperature” to raise the heat. You can turn on defrost by saying “Activate defrost”.
To operate the windshield wipers, commands include “Turn on wipers low/high speed” or “Activate rear wiper”. For the lights, you can say “Turn on headlights” or “Turn on fog lights”. Uconnect will automatically turn the requested lights on.
With Uconnect’s natural language voice recognition, you can control key vehicle features safely while keeping your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
Uconnect Apps
One of the most useful features of Uconnect’s voice command system is the ability to control compatible apps hands-free using just your voice 1. This allows you to easily access your favorite apps like Spotify and Pandora without ever taking your hands off the steering wheel or eyes off the road.
Simply say a command like “Play Metallica on Spotify” and Uconnect will open the Spotify app and begin playing the artist or playlist you requested. You can pause, skip, replay, and adjust the volume all through voice commands. Pandora works similarly – just say “Play Today’s Hits Radio on Pandora” to start listening.
The Uconnect system is compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, meaning most major apps on your connected smartphone can be controlled with your voice. This hands-free access makes it easy to queue up your favorite driving soundtrack or podcast without any dangerous distractions.
Settings and Customization
One of the great features of Uconnect is the ability to customize various settings to your preferences. This includes options like changing the voice profile, adjusting the speech speed and volume, and more.
To access the voice settings, press the Uconnect Apps button, then select Settings. Next choose Voice and you’ll see options to change the voice profile between a male or female voice. There are also slider adjustments for the speech speed and volume 1.
Another useful customization is the ability to train the system to better recognize your voice. Under Voice you’ll see an option for Voice Training. Go through the exercises to help the system learn your speech patterns and pronunciation 2.
You can also choose to enable or disable certain voice commands under the Voice Command Response Length setting. This allows you to tailor the experience to only use the voice functions you need.
Taking the time to customize these settings can greatly improve your experience using voice commands in your Uconnect system.
Tips for Better Voice Recognition
Here are some tips for getting the best performance from Uconnect’s voice recognition system:
Speak clearly and naturally in a calm, even tone. Don’t shout at the system. Enunciate each word fully without running words together or mumbling. Reduce background noise as much as possible by closing windows, turning off loud devices, and asking passengers to be quiet while using voice commands. The less competing noise, the better the system will understand your commands.
Make sure your Uconnect system is using your latest contact information. Sync your phone regularly to load the newest contacts, or manually add important contacts to the Uconnect phonebook. Having your full contacts available, with proper names, increases the accuracy of voice recognition for calling and texting.
Give the system a second or two after you finish speaking to process your full command before speaking again. Speaking too soon or interrupting yourself can result in errors.
Browse the Uconnect Voice Command guide to see examples of proper voice command phrasing. Knowing the exact phrases to use for each feature improves recognition. For example, say “Call John Doe mobile” not just “Call John Doe.”