June 1, 2011 by onstarconnects
Answers to Your Questions about the OnStar FMV Mirror
Now you can add OnStar to vehicles you never thought possible with the FMV mirror. You’ll get access to core OnStar services by simply replacing your rearview mirror and subscribing to OnStar service.(1) Here’s everything you need to know about the OnStar FMV:
How is OnStar FMV different from a vehicle with factory-equipped OnStar?
OnStar FMV offers OnStar’s key safety and security features, including:
- • Automatic Crash Response
- • Turn-by-Turn Navigation
- • Stolen Vehicle Assistance
- • One-button access to Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance and Hands-Free Calling.
OnStar FMV also includes built-in Bluetooth® wireless connectivity. A few select OnStar services — which depend on other vehicle systems — are not available on the OnStar FMV product. These include: Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Vehicle Diagnostic Reports and Remote Door Unlock. OnStar will provide Roadside Assistance to ensure all our subscribers receive the help they need.
Where can I get OnStar FMV?
OnStar FMV is available at Best Buy and other local retailers.
What vehicles are compatible?
OnStar FMV is certified to work with more than 90 million vehicles sold over the past 10 years. Check your vehicle’s compatibility at onstar.com.
Why should I add OnStar FMV to my vehicle?
OnStar FMV enables drivers with vehicles already on the road today to add the key safety, security and connectivity services of OnStar to their vehicle.(2)
How much does OnStar FMV cost?
Check with your retailer for special offers and installation fees. OnStar subscription fees start at $18.95 a month or $199 a year.(3)
How does OnStar FMV detect a crash?
OnStar FMV is not connected to the air bag sensor. However, the core Automatic Crash Response technology OnStar builds into cars, trucks and SUVs is now available with OnStar FMV. OnStar FMV has a sensor embedded in the hardware that can detect a change in speed. This accelerometer, coupled with software algorithms in the mirror, can determine if there’s been a vehicle crash.
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Do you have a question about OnStar FMV that wasn’t answered here? Post it in the comments below.
1 Visit onstar.com for compatible vehicles, coverage map, detail and system limitations. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Services vary with conditions.
2 Installation of OnStar FMV on your vehicle may impact the functionality of certain features. Please consult your authorized OnStar FMV retailer for the list of potential feature losses or visit onstar.com.
3 Plus tax. Credit card required for monthly subscriptions.
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Hi Shirley – I will be glad to help! Since your phone is synced, once you get in the car the FMV will default to the paired device (as long as Bluetooth is on on your phone).
To make a phone call with your paired cell phone, press the phone icon button on the FMV mirror. The system will say “Ready.” Then, say “Call.” The system will respond with “Call using -phone name-, please say the name or number to call.” You can respond with “Name Tag” and say a contact name, or say the entire number you wish to dial.
There’s more FAQs for Bluetooth and the FMV here http://www.onstar.com/web/fmv/helptopics?topic=bluetoothTech
You can also follow this link http://www.onstar.com/web/fmv/getdocuments to download the OnStar FMV Owner Manual to your computer and read more on Bluetooth in there.
I hope that this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Lisa