Lotus Emira Information 2023
Welcome to the exciting world of the 2023 Lotus Emira, where unmatched performance and stunning style come together to change what it means to drive a sports car. Lotus has a long history of making great cars, and the Emira shows how serious the company is about pushing the limits. The Emira is stunning to look at and has been sculpted to perfection for optimal aerodynamics. Its dynamic lines and powerful presence draw people in. Under the hood of the Emira is a symphony of power. It uses cutting-edge technologies and a variety of powerful engine choices to give you heart-pounding acceleration and precise handling. Inside the cockpit, driver-focused features and high-end touches make an immersive environment that takes driving to a whole new level. Lotus wants you to feel the spirit of pure performance in the 2023 Emira and enjoy the pure joy of driving.
Using This Handbook
The information and specifications included in this publication were correct at the time of printing. Lotus has a policy of continuous product improvement and reserves the right to discontinue or change specification, design or equipment at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
Copyright Information
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Lotus is under license.
Apple CarPlay, iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc.
AndroidTM and Android AutoTM are trademarks of Google LLC.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Handbook Images
Some instrument panel and central display menu option screen images contained in this handbook have been reformatted to make them suitable for publication.
Software Updates
As a process of continuous improvement, Lotus may develop updated software that can be installed in your Emira during a visit to your authorized Lotus dealer. You should be advised of any updates applicable to your Emira and what systems will be updated, any time that your Emira enters an authorized Lotus dealer workshop for service or repair.
Radio Reception
Radio reception quality can be affected by external factors such as:
- Distance from the transmitter.
- Multi-path interference.
- Shadowing caused by objects or geographical location.
- Interference from other electronic devices also in the vehicle.
WARNING: Do not become distracted by the driver or center screen displays whilst driving. You could cause an accident.
WARNING: It is recommended to stop the vehicle before using certain applications available, such as using the keyboard, entering address and contact information etc.
WARNING: Even when using a navigation system, the driver must always adhere to applicable traffic regulations, remain vigilant and drive in a safe and responsible manner.
EXTERNAL DEVICES
Pairing Information
A maximum of 8 devices can be paired to the infotainment system.
Only one paired device can be connected to the infotainment system at a time.
Normally pairing needs to be carried out only once, but if the device was deleted from the list of paired devices, it will have to be paired again.
If the device has been connected previously, the Infotainment system automatically establishes a connection.
The Bluetooth operation can quickly drain a device’s battery charge, it is recommended to also connect the device to a USB port to maintain battery charge.
Pairing a Device
Before trying to pair a device, its Blue-tooth function must be turned on and discovery mode activated.
Tap the + symbol on the ‘Your Devices’ button and the ‘Discovery’ will activate.
Search for the vehicle name on your device.
Once the vehicle is selected on your phone a pairing pin is shown in the centre display with text stating that the passkey should match the passkey on the device, continue by pressing the pair button.
For older devices that do not support a SSP (Secure Simple Pairing), a PIN and Passkey will be generated on the centre display. Once selected the PIN will be shown on the device. This PIN may also have to be entered manually on your device.
Once successfully paired, the display will return to the Bluetooth menu.
Searching for Devices
Ensure that the Bluetooth function is turned for any device you want the infotainment system to search for.
From the Bluetooth menu, tap the Bluetooth Indicates that the device is currently connected as a CarPlay device (either wireless or wired)
Left side connection icons The Paired Devices List contains all phones that have Indicated that the device is currently connected as an Android Auto device (either wireless or wired) Indicates that the device is currently connected as a Bluetooth device Indicates that the device is currently connecting. This icon will be primarily used during the Android Auto connection flow but should be displayed whenever the device list is shown and a device is connecting. button if Bluetooth has not already been turned on.
The ‘Your Devices’ list will show any available paired device names. Connecting a Device
Tap on the device name you want to connect to the infotainment system.
Tap the Bluetooth media icon button in the center display (see page 16 for further details), to begin using the vehicle’s controls and center display screen to operate the device.
Switching Devices
Tap on the unconnected device name you wish to connect from the ‘Your Devices’ list. Tap the switch button on the pop-up screen to disconnect the current device and connect the selected device.
Manually Disconnect Device
From the ‘Your Device’ list, tap the connected device. Tap the disconnect button on the pop-up screen to disconnect the current device.
Removing Device
From the ‘Your Devices’ menu, swipe left on the device name to be removed to reveal a delete button. Tap on the button to remove the device. The device can also be deleted without tapping the delete button by fully swiping the device name from the far right to the far left.
NOTE: If you do not manually disconnect or remove your device, then the vehicle may try to connect and activate your device when entering the vehicle, displaying your contact, favorites and recent call information when either the widget or phone app are selected.
Media Voice Assistant Commands
If available, some voice commands can be used when playing media using a Bluetooth-connected device.
Voice Commands
- “Previous song”.
- “Repeat all songs”.
- “Skip to next song”.
- “Pause music”.
- “Repeat this song”.
- “Play something random”.
- “Play USB music”.
- “Turn off random play”.
- “Play Bluetooth music”.
PHONE
General Overview
Using your mobile phone connected to the vehicle using Bluetooth allows hands-free conversation using the vehicle’s microphone and speakers and can be operated using the vehicle’s controls when the phone’s screen is displayed in the instrument panel. If available, the vehicle will automatically connect to the last mobile phone
that was used. Some of the functions shown may not be supported by all mobile phone models. The options are available on the specific phone and network
provider. Refer to your mobile phone’s instructions or contact your network provider for further information. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
This section shows information for mobile phones connected using Bluetooth, but not using either the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto systems. For phones connected using
these systems, refer to the applicable user manuals for operating information.
Mobile Phone Safety
WARNING: Do not become distracted by using your mobile phone whilst driving. You could cause an accident.
WARNING: Even using your mobile phone hands-free when driving can be dangerous because our concentration is reduced. It is strongly recommended that you stop your vehicle before using your mobile phone, hands-free or otherwise.
WARNING: Follow all applicable laws regarding the use of mobile phones whilst driving, some laws may prohibit texting and/or require hands-free operation at all times.
WARNING: Follow any regulations that apply in specific areas and switch off any mobile phones if the use of mobile phones is prohibited.
Bluetooth Connection
Before using your mobile phone connected to Bluetooth, you must pair it to the vehicle, see page 26. If you want to connect to a different mobile phone, see page 27. Once connected and activated using Bluetooth, many of the phone functions are now operated by the vehicle infotainment system controls and contact information is also synced to the infotainment system.
Playing Media
When a phone call is initiated, received and whilst it is ongoing any media currently playing will be paused or stopped. Media will continue once a a phone call is ended or declined.
Voice Assistant
If available, using specific spoken commands via the infotainment micro-phone, some media, Bluetooth-con-nected phone and navigation functions can be controlled using a voice assistant. Voice assistants can respond with speech as well as show information in the driver display.
It is recommended to learn the specific voice commands to ensure the first-time successful operation of the voice assistant.
The voice assistant will only recognize commands using English, French or German languages, see the quick start guide or main owner’s handbook for further information.
Useful Link
Download link: https://www.lotuscars.com/en-GB/support/emira#handbook