Volvo XC90: Media player / Sharing Internet from the vehicle via Wi-Fi hotspot (tethering)
When the vehicle is connected to the Internet, other devices may share the
vehicle's Internet connection1.
The network service provider (SIM card) must support Internet sharing (tethering).
- Tap Settings in the Top view.
- Tap Communication Vehicle
Wi-Fi Hotspot.
- Tap Network name to assign a name to the hotspot.
- Tap Password and create a password. This password can then be used
to connect other devices to this hotspot.
- Tap Frequency band and select a frequency for the hotspot to use
to transmit data. Please note that selecting a frequency is not possible on
all markets.
- Activate/deactivate by tapping to check/ uncheck the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
box.
- If Wi-Fi is being used to connect to the Internet, confirm the change of
connections.
- It is now possible for external devices to connect to the vehicle's
Wi-Fi hotspot.
NOTE
Activation of Wi-Fi hotspot can cause additional charges from your network
operator.
Contact your network operator about data traffic costs.
The connection status is shown by a symbol in the center display's status bar.
Tap Connected devices to see a list of currently connected devices.
1 This does not apply when the vehicle is connected
to the Internet via Wi-Fi.
Your vehicle is equipped with a modem that can be used to connect the vehicle
to the Internet. It is also possible to share this Internet connection over Wi-Fi...
Factors affecting the Internet connection. The amount of data transmitted
depends on the services or apps currently in use in the vehicle. Streaming music,
for example, involves the transmission of a large amount of data, and this requires
a good connection and a strong signal...
Other information:
A more economical driving style can help lower fuel consumption.
Before driving
If possible, precondition the vehicle before driving.
If preconditioning is not possible when it is cold outside, use seat and
steering wheel heating first. Avoid heating the entire passenger compartment
to reduce the amount of current being taken from the start battery...
(Option/accessory.)
The climate in the passenger compartment can be maintained when the vehicle
is parked, e.g. if the engine is turned off but the driver or passengers remain
in the vehicle.
This function can only be direct-started from the center display...