How do you switch microphones in CarPlay

The mike on my car picks up road noise and I would like to use a plug in mike near my mouth. How can I switch to this mike?

Posted on Apr 4, 2021 7:54 PM

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5 replies

TammyW_03

Community Specialist

Apr 5, 2021 2:00 PM in response to Jumpfly

Hello Jumpfly,

Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities. We understand that you're wanting to use your headphones instead of your car microphone while on a call. To do this you'll need to change the audio input while on the call. Tap the "audio" button and choose the desired input/output: While on a call on iPhone

Thanks again, and have a great day!

TammyW_03

Community Specialist

Apr 6, 2021 4:03 PM in response to Jumpfly

Jumpfly,

That's good to know! Do you by chance have Do Not Disturb While Driving turned on? If so, turn it off to see if you're then able to switch audio sources: How to use Do Not Disturb While Driving

Cheers.

TammyW_03

Community Specialist

Apr 7, 2021 11:35 AM in response to Jumpfly

Jumpfly,

Got it. With the alert appearing and Do Not Disturb being turned off, we recommend reaching out to Apple Support to look into this a bit more with you. They can be reached here: Get Support

Take care.

Jumpfly Author

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Apr 6, 2021 3:02 PM in response to TammyW_03

Hi, while on a call, I tap the Car "audio" button and it is not allowed during a call.

Thx

Jumpfly Author

Level 1

8 points

Apr 6, 2021 9:19 PM in response to TammyW_03

The Do Not Disturb While Driving is turned off. Thx

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