2009 SKODA FABIA Radio

Communication113
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Radio and mobile phone operation
The driver can set the basic functions of the radio and telephone by simply oper-
ating the buttons on the multi-functional module* behind the steering wheel so
that he can concentrate on the traffic situation while being distracted as little as
possible by operating the radio and telephone ⇒fig. 134.
This applies only if your vehicle has been equipped with the radio and telephone
preinstallation at the factory. You can of course operate the radio and telephone at
the appliance. You will find a description in the operating instructions of your radio.
By pressing the buttons, you can carry out the following functions:
The buttons apply for the respective operating mode of the current radio.
Note
The operation of the mobile phone fitted with multi-functional module* is only
possible on certain models of mobile phone. More detailed information is available
by a specialist garage.
Fig. 134 Multi-functional
module: Buttons for the radio
and mobile phone operation
Button
Radio
CD
Phone
Thumbwheel for stored
transmitter
forward

back

Title search
forward

back

Scroll through with the aid of the thumbwheel
Increase volume


Decrease volume


Switching over between radio and telephone

without function
Receive, accept a call, call up menu telephone,
confirm menu selection
 /  / 
without function
Activation/deactivation button for voice control

(button PTT)
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Communication 114Universal telephone preinstallation with voice control*The voice control is activated according to equipment installed on the vehicle by
pressing the button PTT (push to talk)
 on the adapter ⇒fig. 135 or the button
 on the multi-functional module* ⇒page 113.
Aside from the button PTT, the button SOS can be found on certain adapters
⇒fig. 136. This button is without function.
A phone phonebook is part of the mobile phone preinstallation with voice control.
In the phone phonebook there are 1 500 free memory locations available. This
phone phonebook can be used in line with the mobile telephone.For vehicles fitted with multi-functional module*, the operation is performed via
the function buttons on the module ⇒page 113.
Furthermore the volume can be changed individually at any time with the button
for setting the radio or on vehicles fitted with multi-functional module* with func-
tion buttons on the steering wheel.
If the system answers with the voice response “Telephone is not ready”, please
check the operating state of the telephone as follows:
•
Is the telephone switched on?
•
Is the PIN code entered?
Dialogue
The period, in which the telephone system is ready to receive voice commands and
carry out the voice commands, is called DIALOGUE. The system gives audible feed-
back and guides you if necessary through the relevant functions. You can start or
end the dialogue at any time by pressing the PTT button. You can also end the
dialogue with the voice command CANCEL.
The dialogue is always automatically ended after carrying out an operation, e.g.
after erasing the name from the phonebook.
The dialogue of the incoming call is immediately interrupted and you can accept
the call by pressing the button
.
If a voice command is not detected, the system answers with “Sorry?” and a new
entry can be performed. After the 3rd error the answer “Cancel” is given and the
dialogue is ended.
Optimum understanding of the voice commands depends on the following
factors:
•
Speak with a normal tone of voice without intonation and excessive voice
pauses.
•
Avoid insufficient articulation.
•
Close the doors, windows and sliding roof, in order 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.
Fig. 135 Button for switching
on the voice controlFig. 136 Illustration image:
Two-button adapter
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
•
During the dialogue avoid additional noise in the vehicle, e.g. simultaneously
talking occupants.
•
Do not speak, if the system makes an announcement.
•
The microphone for voice control is directed to the driver and front passenger.
Therefore the driver and the front passenger can operate the equipment.
WARNING
Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully
responsible for road safety. Use the telephone system only to such an extent,
so that you are in full control of your vehicle at any time.
Caution
Taking the mobile phone out of the adapter during the call can lead to interruption
of the connection. When taking out the mobile phone, the connection to the
factory-fitted antenna is interrupted, this reduces the quality of the transmitting
and receiving signal. The charging of the mobile phone battery is also interrupted.
Note
•
Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒page 122, “Mobile phones
and two-way radio system”.
•
Should you have any questions, please contact a specialist garage.
•
The voice control of the telephone is only possible for adapters with PTT button.
Suitable adapters are available at a specialist garage.
Inserting the mobile phone with the adapter*Only one telephone mount* is factory-fitted. An adapter for the phone
can be purchased from the Škoda original accessories.
Inserting the mobile phone with the adapter
– First of all push the adapter in the direction of arrow ⇒fig. 137 up
to the stop into the mount. Press the adapter slightly downwards, until
it locks securely into position.
– Insert the mobile phone into the adapter (as specified in manufac-
turer's instructions).
Removing the mobile phone with the adapter
– Press simultaneouly the side locks of the mount and remove the
mobile phone and adapter ⇒fig. 137.This enables you to make full use of the advantages of a normal carphone (“hands-
free system” using a microphone integrated in the vehicle, optimal transmission of
signals using an external aerial etc.). The battery of the mobile phone is also
constantly charged.
Fig. 137 Universal prepara-
tion for the phone
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Communication 122Establishing the Bluetooth connection
After switching on the ignition, the Bluetooth connection is automatically estab-
lished for the already adapted mobile phone
6). You can hear an increasing tone
sequence from the loudspeakers of the vehicle.
Disconnecting the Bluetooth connection
After withdrawing the ignition key, the Bluetooth connection is disonnected. You
can hear an increasing tone sequence from the loudspeakers of the vehicle.
WARNING
•
Pay attention primarily to the traffic situation! As the driver you are fully
responsible for road safety. Use the telephone system only to such an extent,
so that you are in full control of your vehicle at any time - risk of accident!
•
In the event of air transport, the Bluetooth function of the handsfree-
system must be switched off by a specialist garage.Caution
Taking the mobile phone out of the adapter during the call can lead to interruption
of the connection. When taking out the mobile phone, the connection to the
factory-fitted antenna is interrupted, this reduces the quality of the transmitting
and receiving signal. The charging of the mobile phone battery is also interrupted.
Note
•
Not valid for all mobile phones which enable a communication via Bluetooth.
•
Please operate your mobile phone exclusively with a suitable adapter in order
to keep a low radiation in the vehicle.
•
Inserting the mobile phone into the adapter ensures an optimal sending and
receiving power and offers at the same time the advantage of the battery charging.
•
If you insert the mobile telephone into the adapter, the connection is estab-
lished via the interface in the adapter set and the Bluetooth connection is discon-
nected. You can hear an increasing tone sequence from the loudspeakers of the
vehicle.
•
Note that the range of the Bluetooth connection to the handsfree-system is
limited to the vehicle interior. The range is dependent on local factors, e.g. obstacles
between the devices and interferences with other devices. If your mobile phone is
e.g. in a jacket pocket, this can lead to difficulties when establishing the Bluetooth
connection with the handsfree-system or the data transfer.
•
If you have set the Portuguese language in the information display, it is used
automatically for the mobile phone operation, as this is the language, which was
entered during coding of the handsfree-system.
•
On certain mobile phones with operating system, it is necessary to install on the
mobile phone an application of the mobile phone manufacturer, which enables the
take-over of the phone phonebook via Bluetooth.
Mobile phones and two-way radio systemThe installation of a mobile phone and two-way radio system in a vehicle should
only be carried out by a Škoda Dealer.
Škoda Auto permits the operation of mobile phones and two-way radio systems
with a professionally installed external aerial and a maximum transmission power
of up to 10 watts.
It is essential that you inform a specialist garage about the possibilites to assemble
and operate mobile phones and two-way radio sets which have a power output of
more than 10 W. They will inform you which technical possibilities exist for retrofit-
ting mobile telephones and radio transmitters.
Operation of mobile phones or two-way radio systems may interfere with func-
tioning of the electronic systems of your vehicle. The reasons for this may be:•
no external aerial;
•
external aerial incorrectly installed;
•
transmission power greater than 10 watts.
You should therefore not operate a mobile phone or two-way radio system
inside the vehicle without the use of an external aerial, or with an external aerial
which has been incorrectly installed.
You should also be aware of the fact that only an external aerial makes it possible
to achieve the optimal range of such equipment.
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Communication123
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
WARNING
•
If a mobile phone or a two-way radio system is operated in the vehicle
without using a special external aerial or an external aerial which has been
incorrectly installed, this can increase the strength of the electromagnetic
field in the interior of the vehicle.
•
Please concentrate fully at all times on your driving!
•
You must not install two-way radio systems, mobile phones or mounts
on the covers of the airbags or within the immediate deployment range of
airbags. This might result in injuries to the occupants in the event of an acci-
dent.Note
Please also refer to the operating instructions of the mobile phones and two-way
radio systems.Input AUX-IN*The input for external audio sources AUX-IN is located on the right next to the hand-
brake and is marked with

.
The input AUX-IN transmits audio signals from connected external audio sources
(e. g. iPod or mp3 player) and record music from these devices via your radio*
installed in the factory. The input AUX-IN* is only available in combination with a
radio installed in the factory. The description on how to operate AUX-IN* can be
found in the relevant operating instructions of the radio*.
Note
If an external audio source is connected via AUX-IN*, which has a separate power
supply, this can lead to an interference of the audio signals.
CD changer*Operating the CD changer*Loading a CD
– Touch the button and guide the CD (compact disc) into the CD-
case . The CD is automatically loaded onto the next free position in
the CD-changer. The LED in the corresponding button stops
flashing.
Load CDs
– Hold the button pressed for longer than 2 seconds and guide the
CDs one after the other into the CD-case . The LEDs in the buttons
are no longer flashing.
Loading a CD to one definite position
– Briefly touch the button . The LEDs in the buttons light up at the
memory spaces, which are already assigned and flash in the case of
free memory spaces.
– Touch the desired button and guide the CD into the CD-case .
Fig. 139 The CD changer
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Ejecting a CD
– Briefly touch the button , in order to eject a CD. For assigned
memory spaces, now the LEDs light up in the buttons .
– Touch the corresponding button . The CD is ejected.
Ejecting all CDs
– Hold the button pressed for more than 2 seconds, in order to eject
the CDs. All CDs in the CD-changer are ejected consecutively.
Note•
Always guide the CD into the CD-case with the printed side pointing
upwards.
•
Never push the CD with force into the CD-case as the insertion is performed
automatically.
•
After loading a CD into the CD-changer, you must wait until the LED of the
corresponding button lights up. Then the CD-case is free to load the next
CD.
•
If you have selected a position, on which a CD is already located, this CD will be
ejected. Take out the ejected CD and load the desired CD.
•
The magazine can take up to six standard CDs (diameter 12 cm). Please do not
use 8 cm “single CDs”!
•
In order to avoid malfunctions of the changer, please never use a CD protective
foil or stabilizer (obtainable on the market as CD-accessory).
•
Described in this Owner's Manual are only the steps required for the operation
of the CD-changer.
•
You will find further information for this setting menu in the Radio Owner's
Manual.
Tips for operating the CD-changerPlease pay attention to the following notes for operating the CD-changer.
•
Only clean CDs without scratches and damages should be used, in order to
guarantee a proper, high-quality CD-playback.
•
Affix no labels to the CDs.
•
Always store non-used CDs in the original folding box.
•
Never expose CDs to direct sun rays.
•
Use a soft, non-fluffy cloth to clean the CDs. Wipe the CD straight-lined from
the middle to the outside. Strong dirt must be eliminated with usual CD-cleaner.
•
Please never use liquids such as gasoline, paint thinner or disk cleaner, other-
wise the surface of the CD could get damaged.
Precaution measures for laser equipmentLaser equipment is classified according to DIN IEC 76 (CO) 6/VDE 0837 in the
safety categories 1 - 4.
The Škoda CD-changer corresponds to the safety category 1.
The laser used for equipment of category 1 is to such an extent energy-poor and/or
shielded that there is no risk of danger when used in accordance with the regula-
tion.
WARNING
Please concentrate fully at all times on your driving!
Note
Do not remove the equipment cover. The equipment does not contain any parts,
which can be serviced by the user.WarrantyThe same warranty conditions apply for our factory-fitted radio as for new vehicles.
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Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle 174Automatic vehicle wash systemsThe paintwork of the vehicle is sufficiently resistant that the vehicle can be washed
normally in automatic vehicle wash plants without any problem. The actual stress
to which the paintwork is subjected, however, depends primarily on the design of
the vehicle wash system, the filtering of the water and the type of washing and care
products used. If the paintwork of your vehicle appears mat after being washed or
even has scratches, point this out to the operator of the vehicle wash plant. Use a
different vehicle wash plant, if necessary.
There are no particular points to note before washing your vehicle in such a plant
other than the usual precautionary measures (closing windows, moving any
factory-fitted aerials down flat against the bodywork, etc.).
If you have any particular attach e d p a r t s f i t te d t o y o u r c a r - s u ch a s s p o i l e r, ro o f ra ck
system, two-way radio aerial - it is best to first of all consult the operator of the car
wash plant.
It is important to degrease the lips of the windscreen wiper rubbers after passing
through the automatic vehicle wash system.
Caution
Do not screw the swivelling down roof aerial tight before washing the vehicle in an
automatic vehicle wash system - risk of damage!Washing vehicle by handIt is important to first soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse it off as thor-
oughly as possible before washing your vehicle by hand.
One should then clean the vehicle using a soft washing sponge, washing glove or
a washing brush and only slight pressure. Work from the top to the bottom -
beginning with the roof. Only place slight pressure on the vehicle paintwork during
cleaning Only use a car shampoo for stubborn dirt.
Wash out the sponge or washing glove thoroughly at short intervals.
Clean wheels, door sills and similar parts last. Use a second sponge for such areas.Rinse off the vehicle well after giving it a wash and dry it off using a chamois leather.
WARNING
•
The ignition should always be switched off when you wash your vehicle -
risk of accident!
•
Protect your hands and arms from sharp-edged metal parts when you
are cleaning the underfloor, the inside of the wheel housings or the wheel
trims - risk of cuts.Caution
•
Do not wash your vehicle in bright sunlight - risk of paint damage.
•
Ensure that the jet of water is not aimed directly at the locking cylinders or at the
door and panel joints if you spray your vehicle in winter down with a hose - risk of
freezing.
•
Do not use any insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning prod-
ucts - risk of damage to the surface of paintwork.For the sake of the environment
Only wash your vehicle at washing bays specifically reserved for this purpose. This
ensures that no water which may be contaminated by oil flows into the sewage
system. It is not even permitted to wash your vehicle in certain areas except at such
specific washing bays.Washing with a high-pressure cleanerWhen you wash your vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner, it is essential to comply
with the instructions for use of the cleaning equipment. This applies in particular to
the pressure used and to the spraying distance. Maintain a sufficiently large
distance to soft materials such as rubber hoses or insulation material.
On no account use circular spray nozzles or so-called dirt cutters.
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Inspecting and replenishing 196It is not normally necessary to disconnect the cables of the battery if you recharge
the battery using low amperages (as for example from a mini-charger). Please also
refer to the instructions from the charger manufacturer.
A charging current of 0.1 of the total battery capacity (or lower) is that which should
be used until full charging is achieved.
It is, however, necessary to disconnect both cables before charging the battery with
high amperages, so-called “quick-charging”.
“Quick-charging” a battery is dangerous ⇒ in “Working on the battery” on
page 192. It requires a special charger and appropriate knowledge. We therefore
recommend that you have your battery quick-charged only by your specialist
garage.
A discharged battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0°C ⇒. We
recommend that you no longer use a battery which has thawed out because the
casing of the battery may be cracked through the formation of ice and this would
allow battery electrolyte to flow out.
The vent plugs of the battery should not be opened for charging.
WARNING
Never charge a frozen or thawed battery - risk of explosion and caustic
burns! Replace a frozen battery.Disconnecting and reconnecting the batteryOn disconnecting and reconnecting the battery the following functions are initially
deactivated or are no longer able to operate fault-free.We recommend having the vehicle checked by a specialist garage to ensure full
functionality of all electrical systems.
Replacing the batteryYou should only replace a battery with a new battery of the same capacity, voltage
(12 V), amperage and of the same size. Specialist garages have a range of suitable
batteries available.
We re c o m m e nd t h a t y o u o n l y ha v e a n o l d b a t te r y d i s p o s e d o f b y a s p e c i a l i s t g a ra g e
since it does require special disposal.
For the sake of the environment
Batteries contain poisonous substances such as sulphuric acid and lead. They must
be disposed of in accordance with local environmental protection regulations and
on no account as domestic waste.Operation
Operating measure
Electrical power window (operational faults)
⇒page 48
Enter radio code number
see Radio Operating Instructions
Set hours
⇒page 19
Data in the multi-functional indicator* are
deleted.
⇒page 19
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