
Contents
2ContentsGeneral information
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Introduction
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Overview
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Control Panel
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Control Panel
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Notes on traffic safety
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Cleaning and care
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Handling: General information
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Switching on and off
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Adjusting the volume
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Display
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Enabling/disabling the time
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SEEK
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Adjusting the sound
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Radio
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Setting the bandwidth
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Tuning a station
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Storing stations
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Selecting a stored station
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Alternative frequencies
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Regional stations
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Traffic Programme (TP)
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Drives
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CD player
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Handling CDs
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iPod interface*
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USB port*
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Aux-in connection
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CD
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Selecting CD Mode
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Selecting an MP3 directory ("browse")
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Selecting a track
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Fast forwards/Rewind
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Shuffle mode ("mix")
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Shuffle mode (MIX)
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Playing all tracks on the CD briefly ("scan")
 
External audio source (AUX)
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Mobile phone interface
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Introduction
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Installation
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Speech dialogue system
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The multi-function steering 
wheel
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Introduction
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Radio mode
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CD mode
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Tele ph one  mo d e
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Notes on traffic safetyIf you operate the sound system while driving, please consider the current 
traffic situation and always be prepared to stop operating the system in the 
interests of road safety. When driving, make use of the multi-function 
steering wheel* ⇒ page 39 whenever possible.
WARNING
•Today's driving conditions require your full attention. As the driver, you 
bear the responsibility for road safety. Therefore, only use the SEAT sound 
system when traffic conditions allow as such, remaining in control of the 
vehicle. If not, an accident may occur.•The volume of the sound system should be set at a level that enables 
you to hear acoustic signals from outside, such as police and fire brigade 
sirens. Failure to do so may cause an accident.•Always obey the laws controlling the use of telephones in vehicles!
Cleaning and careCleaning the display
– Use a soft, clean cloth and an LCD cleaner to clean the display.
Cleaning the control panel
– First clean the control panel with a brush to remove dust.
– Then wipe the controls with a clean, soft and slightly damp cloth. Caution
•Treat the display with care. Pushing on it with your fingers or touching it 
with sharp objects can cause dents or scratches.•CD player cleaning disks can damage the media drives.
− Do not use a CD player cleaning disk to clean the media drives.
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Drives
14DrivesCD playerGeneral informationThe sound system has an internal CD player. You can load standard audio CDs 
or MP3 CDs into the CD player.
Use the CD function to play back a CD already loaded in the player 
⇒ page 24. To switch between the CD player and external CD changer*, press 
the   button several times  ⇒page 24.
For important notes regarding the use of the different storage media, please 
refer to  ⇒page 15.
MP3 files must meet the following specifications:
Different information can be stored on an MP3 CD. The following information 
appears on the display:
•File name of the MP3 file currently playing ( FILE).•Directory on the MP3 CD containing the track that is currently playing. The 
top level is given the name  ROOT (FOLDER )•Name of the  ALBUM•Name of the ARTIST•CD TITLE . Titles that are too long are displayed with “...”. To see the full 
title, press the button assigned to the title.
To switch between the above categories, press the  INFO
4) or the 
5) 
control button several times.
The display will show NOT AVAILABLE for a few seconds if no information is 
stored on the MP3 CD for one of the categories.
Format
MPEG-1 Layer 3
Standard
ISO 9660 Level 2
File system
Joliet (single session and multisession)
Bit rates
64 - 256 kbits/s, variable speed
Number of files
Max. 512 files per medium, max. 255 files per directory
Number of direc-
tories
Max. 255 directories with max. 8 subdirectories
ID3 tags
Version 1, 2.3 and 2.4, max. 32 characters
Supported media
CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW with a capacity of 650 MB and 
700 MB
CD
4)Valid for European market5)Valid for American market
INFO
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Loading a CDDo not use any force when inserting a CD into the drive. The CD will 
be drawn into the slot automatically.
– Make sure that a CD is not already loaded in the CD slot.
– Hold the CD straight with the text facing upwards and insert it 
into the CD slot. The CD will be pulled in automatically.
Ejecting a CD– Press the CD eject button.After it has been ejected, the CD will automatically be pulled back into the CD 
player after about 15 seconds if it is not removed from the CD slot.
Note
Please observe the notes for handling CDs  ⇒page 15.Handling CDsUse of laser equipment
Laser devices are categorised according to DIN IEC 76 (CO) 6/VDE 0837 into 
four safety classes. The laser devices used on your vehicle are classified as 
safe ty  class  1.  L as e rs  use d  in d e vices t ha t fa ll i nto t his  ca te gor y a re  ve r y weak  
and well screened, so there is no danger if used correctly.
Fig. 7  Loading a CD
Fig. 8  Ejecting a CD
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16Requirements for good sound reproduction
Please note the following in order to ensure perfect high-quality sound repro-
duction and avoid damage to media drives:•Do not use dirty CDs•Do not use damaged or scratched CDs•Do not use labels•Do not use protective rings•Do not use a CD cover or a stabiliser•Do not use non-circular CDs (shape CDs)•Do not use single CDs (8 mm / 3" in diameter)
Always store unused CDs in a suitable CD case and do not expose them to 
direct sunlight.
Cleaning media drives and CDs
Never use a CD player cleaning disc to clean drives.
Clean CDs with a soft lint-free cloth. Wipe the disc in a straight line from the 
centre outwards. If necessary, stubborn stains can be removed with a 
commercially available CD cleaner or with isopropyl alcohol. Please never use 
petrol, paint thinner or record cleaner, as these can damage the CDs.
Error messages
If the display indicates a read error ( ERROR, CHECK CD  or CD ERR ) any of the 
following causes are possible: If 
SERVICE appears on the display, please contact a Dealer or qualified work-
shop.
Note
Never remove the cover of the equipment. The equipment has no compo-
nents that can be serviced by the owner.Problem
Solution
CD is dirty.
Clean the CD.
CD is scratched.
Check the CD for scratches.
CD was inserted upside down.
Insert the CD with the printed side 
upwards.
Condensation has formed on the CD.
Wait until the equipment is dry.
The drive mechanism is malfunction-
ing.
Contact a Dealer or qualified work-
shop.
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Functions
The iPod is operated just like an external CD changer using 
the controls on your car's sound system.To start the iPod, press the   button until the display shows CD positions 
CD 1 to CD 6  ⇒ page 24.
The following functions are available:•Play all tracks stored on the iPod•Select and play up to five playlists (just like selecting CD 1 to 5 on an 
external CD changer)•Change between playlists (just like changing the CD on an external CD 
changer)•Change tracks within a playlist•Fast forward and rewind within a track•Play tracks in shuffle mode ("shuffle")•SCAN function
For further information on operations, please refer to the “CD” chapter 
⇒ page 24.TipsHere are some tips and points to remember when using the iPod in the 
vehicle:•Track numbers appear with a maximum of two digits in the sound system 
display. The first digit is suppressed if you select a track with a three-digit 
number, i.e. track 125 and track 25 are both displayed as track “25”. For this 
reason we do not recommend allocating more than 99 tracks to each playlist.
•If you reach the end of a playlist when selecting a track directly 
(forward/reverse), the count is resumed at track “1”.•The track numbers are counted up sequentially in the sound system 
display when you play tracks in shuffle mode (MIX).USB port*Introduction
You can connect a memory stick or an MP3 player to the USB 
port for operating through the sound system.The USB port is located in your vehicle's glove box. The port is compatible 
with all memory sticks and MP3 players ( ⇒table on page 20). Problems can 
occur if you use a memory stick or MP3 player not listed in the table. Your 
memory device must be USB-certified as a minimum requirement.
WARNING
Today's driving conditions require your full attention. As the driver, you 
bear the responsibility for road safety. Do not remove the memory stick or 
MP3 player while driving. Failure to do so may cause an accident.
Caution
Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence in a vehicle's inte-
rior) can cause damage to the memory stick or MP3 player and/or impair its 
performance.•Never leave your memory stick or MP3 player in the vehicle in case of 
extreme temperatures.
CD
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NotePlease refer to the manufacturer's operating instructions for important infor-
mation on how to use your memory stick or MP3 player.Connecting a memory stick / MP3 player
For problem-free operation, use only approved memory sticks 
and MP3 players.– Switch on your vehicle's sound system.
–Enable radio mode.
–Plug the memory stick  into the USB port  ⇒fig. 10  (arrow),  or
– Connect the  MP3 player to a standard USB extension cable and 
plug the extension cable into the USB port ⇒ .– Before you remove the memory device, switch the audio source 
for the sound system back to radio.
It may take several seconds for the USB port to detect the memory device.
The MP3 player is switched off automatically when you switch off the sound 
system or the ignition. The USB port stores the position of the last track you 
were playing. If you do not alter the contents of your memory device, the 
music will be continued at the point where you stopped playing.
MP3 players and USB sticks which are not explicitly approved must have 
“CERTIFIED USB
TM” or “CERTIFIED HIGH SPEED USB
TM” status.
Approved MP3 players
Fig. 10  USB port in glove 
box
Manufacturer
Model
Memory
Cebop
Run XL
1,024 MB
Commodore
mpet II
256 MB
Grundig
MP 500
256 MB
iPod
Shuffle
512 MB
iPod
Shuffle
1 GB
Mambox
Colour
256 MB
Maxfield
MaxRobot
512 MB
Philips
SA 177
512 MB
Time
DPA-20 FL+
128 MB
Trekstor
Musik Stick 100
256 MB
Trekstor
21617, i.Beat
512 MB
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Approved memory sticks
Caution
•Do not connect a device other than a memory stick or MP3 player to the 
U S B  p o r t .  I t  i s  n o t  p o s si bl e  t o  o p e r a t e  ha r d  d i s cs  o r  U S B  h u b s ,  e tc .  vi a  t h e  U S B  
port.•Do not connect the MP3 player directly to the USB port. This could 
damage the device.•Never remove a memory device when the USB port is selected as source 
(CD). This could damage your memory device.Functions
Music files are played just like on a CD changer using the 
controls on the sound system.To start the memory stick or MP3 player, press the   button several times 
until the display shows CD positions  CD 1 to CD 6  ⇒ page 24.
The following functions are available:•Play all tracks stored on the memory device (if no folders are stored on the 
memory device)•Select and play up to six main folders with music files (just like selecting 
CD 1 to 6 on a CD changer)•Change between main folders with music files (just like changing the CD 
on a CD changer)•Change tracks within a main folder•Fast forward and rewind within a track•SCAN function•Play tracks in shuffle mode ("shuffle")
For further information on operations, please refer to the “CD” chapter 
⇒ page 24.
Manufacturer
Model
Memory
Buffalo
Firestix
2 GB
CnMemory
Blue Pearl
64 MB
CnMemory
Red Pearl
512 MB
DisgoLite
256 MB
EasyDisk
256 MB
Hama
Mini USB2.0
512 MB
Kingston
Data Traveler
512 MB
Lexar
JumpDrive
128 MB
Lexar
256 MB
LG
Mirror USB Drive
128 MB
Memorex
Traveldrive II
1 GB
MyFlash
PD2
128 MB
MyFlash
PD2
512 MB
Pretec
I-Disk Tiny 2.0
128 MB
SanDisk
512 MB
Silver Pearl
Micro X
1,024 MB
Sony
USM 512 E
512 MB
Sony
USM 512 REX
512 MB
Tos hi ba
UD 512-T-02
512 MB
CD
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