2006 SKODA OCTAVIA steering

Operating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel
Fig. 105
Multifunction steering wheel: Control buttons for the telephone The driver can set the basic functions of the telephone by simply operating the
buttons located on the steering wheel so that he can concentrate on the traffic
situation without being distracted as little as possible by operating the tele-
phone
» Fig. 105 .
This applies only if your vehicle has been equipped with the universal telephone
preinstallation (hands-free system) at the factory.
The buttons operate the functions for the operating mode of the current tele-
phone.
If the side lights are switched on, the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel are illuminated.
Button Action Operation1
Press briefly
Switch on/off the voice control (Button PTT - Push to talk)
Cancellation of the played message 1
Turn upwards
Increase volume1
Turn downwards
Decrease volume2
Press briefly
Accept call, end call, entry in the main menu of the telephone, list of the dialed numbers, call the dialed contact2 Press button for a long pe-
riod of time Reject call, private call
a)
Reject call, list of the last calls, access to the main menu of the phone, list of dialled numbers b)3
Press briefly
Reach one level higher in the menu (according to the current position in the menu)3 Press button for a long pe-
riod of time Leave the phone menu4
Press briefly
Confirm menu selection4 Press button for a long pe-
riod of time To the next initial letter in the telephone book4
Turn upwards
The last chosen menu selection, name4
Turn downwards
The next menu selection, name4
Quickly turn upwards
To the previous initial letter in the telephone book4
Quickly turn downwards
To the next initial letter in the telephone booka)
Applies to GSM II.
b) Applies to GSM III. Ð
108 Using the system

Symbols in the information display
Symbol Importance Valid for
 Charge status of the phone battery a)
GSM II, GSM III
 Signal strength a)
GSM II, GSM III
 a phone is connected to the hands-free system. GSM II, GSM III when connected via the HFP profile
 The hands-free system is visible to other devices. GSM II, GSM III when connected via the HFP profile
 a phone is connected to the hands-free system. GSM III when connected via the rSAP profile
 The hands-free system is visible to other devices. GSM III when connected via the rSAP profile
 A multimedia unit is connected to the hands-free system. GSM II, GSM III
 A UMTS network is available. GSM III
 Internet connection via the hands-free system GSM III when connected via the rSAP profilea)
This function is only supported by some mobile phones. ÐPhone Phonebook
A phone phonebook is part of the hands-free system. This phone phonebook can
be used depending on the type of mobile phone.
After the first connection of the telephone, the system begins to load the phone
book from the phone and the SIM card into the memory of the control unit.
Each time the telephone has established a new connection with the hands-free
system, an update of the relevant phone book is performed. The updating can
take a few minutes. During this time the phone book, which was stored after the
last update was completed, is available. Newly stored telephone numbers are on-
ly shown after the updating has ended.
The update is interrupted if a telephone event (e.g. incoming or outgoing call,
voice control dialogue) occurs during the updating procedure. After the telephone
event has ended, the updating starts anew.
GSM II
The internal phonebook provides 2
500 free memory locations. Each contact can
contain up to 4 numbers.
On vehicles fitted with the Columbus navigation system, a maximum of 1 200 tel-
ephone contacts are shown on the display of this appliance.
If the number of contacts loaded exceeds 2 500, the phone book is not complete. GSM III
The internal phonebook provides 2
000 free memory locations. Each contact can
contain up to 5 numbers.
On vehicles fitted with the Columbus navigation system, a maximum of 1 000 tel-
ephone contacts are shown on the display of this appliance.
If the mobile phone's telephone book has more than 2 000 contacts, the follow-
ing message will appear in the information display:
Phone book not fully loaded Ð Universal telephone preinstallation GSM II
Introductory information
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM
II (“hands-free system”) includes a
convenience mode for the mobile phone via voice control, the multifunction
steering wheel, the adapter, radio or the navigation system.
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II comprises the following functions.
› Phone Phonebook » page 109.
› Convenience operation of the telephone via the multifunction steering
wheel » page 108. £
109
Communication

Operate the telephone via the information display
The following menu points can be selected in the menu Phone.
■ Phone book
■ Dial number 1)
■ Call register
■ Voice mailbox
■ Bluetooth 1
)
■ Settings 2)
■ Back
Phone book
In the menu point Phone book is the list of the loaded contacts from the tele-
phone memory and the SIM card of the mobile phone.
Dial number
Any telephone number can be entered in the menu point Dial number. The re-
quired numbers must be selected one after the other using adjustment wheel
and confirmed by pressing the adjustment wheel. Numbers 0 - 9, symbols ,  , #
and the functions Cancel, Call, Delete can be selected.
Call register
The following menu items can be selected in the menu item Call register.
■ Missed calls
■ Dialled numbers
■ Received calls
Voice mailbox
In the menu Voice mailbox , it is possible to set the number of the voice mailbox 1 )
and then dial the number.
Bluetooth
The following menu items can be selected in the menu Bluetooth.
■ User - the overview of the stored users
■ New user - Search for new mobile phones that are in the reception range
■ Visibility - Switching on the visibility of the telephone unit for other devices ■
Media player
■ Active device
■ Paired devices
■ Search
■ Phone name - the possibility to change the name of the telephone unit (pre-set
SKODA UHV)
Settings
The following menu items can be selected in the menu Settings.
■ Phone book
■ Update 1
)
■ List
■ Surname
■ First name
■ Ring tone
Back
Return in the Start menu of the telephone. Ð Universal telephone preinstallation GSM IIl
Introductory information
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM
II (“hands-free system”) includes a
convenience mode for the mobile phone via voice control, the multifunction
steering wheel, the radio or navigation system.
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM III comprises the following functions.
› Phone Phonebook » page 109
.
› Convenience operation via the multifunction steering wheel
» page 108.
› Operation of the telephone via the information display
» page 114.
› Voice control of the telephone
» page 116.
› Music playback from the telephone or other multimedia units
» page 118.
› Internet connection
» page 115.
› Display of SMS messages » page 114.
£1)
On vehicles fitted with the Amundsen+ navigation system, this function can be accessed via the navi-
gation system menu; refer to the operating instructions for the Amundsen+ navigation system.
2) This function is not available in vehicles fitted with the Amundsen+ navigation system.
112 Using the system

›
Use the device that is to be connected to search for available Bluetooth ®
devi-
ces.
› Select the hands-free system (as standard “SKODA_BT”) from the list of found
devices.
› Enter the password on the device being connected and follow any instructions
given on this device or in the information display.
› Enter the desired Internet address in the Internet browser. The operating sys-
tem requests the entry of the telephone number for the internet access (de-
pending on the operator, usually
“*99#”). ÐVoice control
Dialogue
The period of time during which the system is ready to receive voice commands
and to carry them out is called a dialogue. The system gives audible feedback and
guides you if necessary through the relevant functions.
Optimum understanding of the voice commands depends on several factors.
› Speak with a normal tone of voice without intonation and excessive pauses.
› Avoid a bad pronunciation.
› Close the doors, windows and sliding roof, to reduce or stop disturbing exterior
noise.
› It is recommended to speak louder at higher speeds, so that the tone of your
voice is louder than the increased surrounding noise.
› During the dialogue, limit additional noise in the vehicle, e.g. passengers talking
at the same time.
› Do not speak, if the system makes an announcement.
The microphone for voice control is inserted in the moulded headliner and direc-
ted to the driver and front passenger. Therefore the driver and the front passen-
ger can operate the equipment.
Entering a phone number
The telephone number can be entered as a continuous series of individually spo-
ken digits (the whole number at once) or in the form of digital blocks (separated
by short pauses). After each order of digits (separation through brief voice pause)
all of the digits detected up to now are repeated by the system. The digits 0 - 9
, symbols +, , # are permitted. The system detects no continuous
digit combinations such as twenty-three, but only individually spoken digits (two,
three).
Activating voice control - GSM

II
› by briefly pressing the button
 » Fig. 107
on page 111 on the adapter 1)
;
› by briefly pressing the button 1
on the multi-function steering
wheel » page 108 , Operating the phone on the multifunction steering wheel .
Deactivating voice control - GSM

II
If the system is currently playing a message, the message that is currently being
played will have to be stopped:
› by briefly pressing the button
 on the adapter
1)
,
› by briefly pressing the button 1
on the multifunction steering wheel.
If the system expects a voice command, you can end the dialogue yourself:
› with the
CANCEL voice command;
› by pressing the button
 on the adapter
1)
;
› by briefly pressing the button 1
on the multifunction steering wheel.
Activating voice control - GSM

III
The dialogue can be started at any time by pressing the button 1
on the multi-
function steering wheel 1)
.
Deactivating voice control - GSM

III
If the system is currently playing a message, you will need to end the message
currently being played by pressing the 1
button on the multifunction steering
wheel.
If the system expects a voice command, you can end the dialogue yourself:
› with the
CANCEL voice command;
› by briefly pressing the button 1
on the multifunction steering wheel.
Note
■ The dialogue of an incoming call is immediately interrupted.
■ The voice control is only possible in vehicles fitted with a multifunction steering
wheel with telephone control or a phone mount and adapter.
■ On vehicles which are factory-fitted with the Columbus navigation system, it is
only possible to operate the voice control for the telephone via this device; refer
to the operating instructions for the Columbus navigation system. Ð1)
Not valid for vehicles with the Columbus navigation system.
116 Using the system

Multimedia
Music playback via Bluetooth
®
The universal telephone preinstallation makes it possible to play back music via
Bluetooth ®
from devices such as MP3 players, mobile phones or notebooks.
To ensure the music can be played back via Bluetooth ®
, it is necessary to connect
the terminal device with the hands-free system in the menu Phone - Bluetooth -
Media player. The music playback process is performed on the connected device.
The universal telephone preinstallation GSM II ensures that the music played back
via the hands-free system can be controlled with the remote control » page 117,
Voice commands - GSM II . Note
The device being connected must support the Bluetooth ®
A2DP profile; refer to
the operating instructions for the relevant device being connected. ÐOperating the radio and navigation system on the multifunction steering wheel
Fig. 108
Multifunction steering wheel: control buttons The multifunction steering wheel comprises buttons for setting the basic func-
tions for the factory-fitted radio and navigation system » Fig. 108.
The radio and navigation system can of course still be operated on the devices. A
description is included in the relevant operating instructions.
If the side lights are switched on, the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel are illuminated.
The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio or navi-
gation system.
The following functions can be completed by pressing or turning the buttons.
Button Action Radio, traffic information CD/CD changer/MP3 Navigation1
Press briefly
Switch off/on tone or voice controla)1 Press button for a
long period of time switch off/on1
Turn upwards
Increase volume1
Turn downwards
Decrease volume2
Press briefly
Changing to the next stored radio station
Changing to the next stored traffic information Interrupting the traffic report Changing to the next title2 Press button for a
long period of time Interruption of the traffic report
Fast forward£118
Using the system

Safety
Passive Safety
General information
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Safety equipment 121
Before setting off 121
What influences the driving safety? 122
In this section you will find important information, tips and notes on the subject
of passive safety in your vehicle. We have combined everything here which you
should be familiar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, child seats and
safety of children. It is therefore important, in particular, to comply with the notes
and warnings in this section for your own interest and in the interest of those
travelling with you. WARNING
■ This chapter contains important information on how to use the vehicle for
the driver and his occupants. You will find further information on safety, which
concerns you and those travelling with you, in the following chapters of this
Owner's Manual.
■ The complete on-board literature should always be in the vehicle. This ap-
plies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle. ÐSafety equipment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 121.
The following list contains part of the safety equipment in your vehicle:
› three-point seat belts for all the seats;
› belt force limiter for front and outer rear seats;
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belt tensioners for front seats;
› seat belt height adjusters for front seats;
› Front airbag for the driver and the front seat passenger;
› side airbags;
› head airbags;
› anchoring points for child seat using the
ISOFIX system;
› anchoring points for child seat using the TOP TETHER system;
› head restraints adjustable for height;
› adjustable steering column.
The specified safety equipment works together, in order to optimally protect you
and those travelling with you in accident situations. The safety equipment does
not protect you or the people travelling with you, if you or your occupants adopt
an incorrect seated position or the equipment is not correctly adjusted or used. Ð Before setting off
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 121.
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please pay
attention to the following points before setting off.
›
Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
› Check the tyre inflation pressure.
› Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
› Secure all items of luggage
» page 60, Boot.
› Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
› Adjust the mirrors, the front seat and head restraint to your body size.
› Advise your passengers to adjust the head restraints to their body size.
› Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat
belts
» page 135, Transporting children safely .
› Adopt the correct seated position
» page 122, Correct seated position . Tell your
passengers to assume the correct seated position.
› Correctly fasten the seat belt. Also inform passengers to fasten the seat belt
correctly » page 125, Seat belts . Ð
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121
Passive Safety

What influences the driving safety?
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 121.
The driver is fully responsible for himself and his occupants. If your driving safety
is effected, you place yourself and the oncoming traffic at risk.
The following guidelines must therefore be observed. › Do not get distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, e.g. by your
passengers or mobile phone calls.
› Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, e.g. through medication, alco-
hol, drugs.
› Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
› Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
› Take regular breaks on long journeys – at least every two hours. ÐCorrect seated position
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Correct seated position for the driver 123
Correct seated position for the front passenger 123
Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear seats 123
Examples of an incorrect seated position 124
WARNING
■ The front seats and the head restraints must always be adjusted to match
the body size of the seat occupant as well as the seat belts must always be
correctly fastened in order to provide an optimal protection for you and your
occupants.
■ Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the
correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is mov-
ing.
ä WARNING (Continued)
■ If the occupant adopts an incorrect seated position, he is exposed to life-
threatening injuries, in case he is hit by a deployed airbag.
■ If the occupants on the rear seats are not sitting upright, the risk of injury is
increased due to incorrect routing of the seat belt.
■ The driver must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the steering wheel.
The front passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash
panel. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that the airbag sys-
tem will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
■ When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer
edge in the 9
o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel in
the 12 o'clock position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle or inner edge of
the steering wheel). In such cases, you could severely injure the arms, hands
and head when the driver airbag is deployed.
■ The seat backrests must not be angled too far back when driving otherwise
this will affect proper operation of the seat belts and of the airbag system -
risk of injury!
■ Ensure that there are no objects in the driver's footwell as they may get
caught behind the pedals when driving or applying the braking. You would
then no longer be able to operate the clutch, brake or accelerate.
■ Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven - never
place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the surfaces
of the seats. You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it becomes nec-
essary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an airbag is de-
ployed, you may suffer fatal injuries when adopting an incorrect seated posi-
tion! Ð
122 Safety

Correct seated position for the driver
Fig. 110
The correct distance of the driver to the steering wheel/The correct
head restraint adjustment
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 122.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
we recommend the following setting.
› Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance A
» Fig. 110 between the steer-
ing wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm.
› Adjust the driver’s seat in the forward/back direction so that the pedals can be
fully depressed with slightly bent legs.
› Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel can be
reached with your arms at a slight angle.
› Adjust the head restraint so that the top edge B
of the head restraint is at the
same level as the upper part of your head.
› Correctly fasten the seat belt
» page 125, Seat belts.
Manual driver seat adjustment » page 55, Manually adjusting the front seats .
Electrical driver seat adjustment » page 55, Adjusting front seats electrically .Ð Correct seated position for the front passenger
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 122.ä
ä For the safety of the front passenger and to reduce the risk of injury in the event
of an accident, we recommend the following setting.
› Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front passenger
must maintain a distance of at least 25
cm to the dash panel so that the airbag
offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
› Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at the
same level as the upper part of your head B
» Fig. 110
on page
123.
› Correctly fasten the seat belt
» page 125.
In exceptional cases the front passenger airbag can be deactivated » page 133,
Deactivating airbags .
Manual front passenger adjustment » page 55, Manually adjusting the front
seats .
Electrical front passenger seat adjustment » page 55, Adjusting front seats elec-
trically. Ð Correct seated position for the occupants on the rear seats
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 122.
To reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden braking manoeuvre or an ac-
cident, the occupants on the rear seats must observe the following.
› Adjust the head restraint such that the top edge of the head restraint is at the
same level as the upper part of the head B
» Fig. 110 on page 123.
› Correctly fasten the seat belt
» page 125, Seat belts.
› Use a suitable child restraint system if transporting children in the vehi-
cle » page 135, Transporting children safely . Ð
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Passive Safety