Volvo XC90: Media player / Connecting a device via the USB port
External audio sources, such as an iPod® or MP3 player, can be connected to the
audio system via any of the vehicle's USB ports. If the vehicle has two USB ports,
the phone must be connected to the port with the white frame to use Apple CarPlay*
or Android Auto*.
USB ports (type A) in the tunnel console. Route the cable forward
to help avoid pinching when the cover is closed.
USB ports (type C) on rear of tunnel console for charging phones,
tablets, etc.1.
1 It is not possible to playback media in the car's
audio or media system via this input.
* Option/accessory.
External audio sources, such as an iPod® or MP3 player, can be connected to
the audio system via the vehicle's USB port.
Devices with rechargeable batteries can be charged when they are connected via
the USB port and the ignition is in mode I, II or the engine is running...
For the contents of USB devices to be read, the following specifications must
be met. Any folder structures will not be shown in the center display during playback...
Other information:
In order to toggle between keyboard languages, the languages must first be
added under Settings.
Adding or deleting languages in Settings
The keyboard is automatically set to the same language as the system language.
The keyboard language can be manually changed without affecting the system language...
The instrument panel shows messages in certain circumstances to inform or
assist the driver.
Example of message in an 8-inch instrument panel. The illustration
is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.
Example of message in the instrument panel...