2010 Seat Leon 5D display

Audio mode37
Selecting a media sourceThe media source currently being played is displayed in the centre of the
bottom line of the screen in the MEDIA main menu ⇒fig. 32 . Other inserted or connected media sources must be selected from the media selection
menu
.
Opening the media selection menu and selecting a media source
•In the MEDIA main menu, press the unit button. The media selec-
tion menu opens ⇒ fig. 33.•Select the desired media source by pressing its symbol.•Alternatively: Turn the setting knob ⇒page 8, fig. 1 to select an
available media source and press to switch it on.•Alternatively: Press the unit button as often as required to scroll
between the available media sources.•Press the unit button to close the Media selection menu without
changing it.
If a media source is currently not available, it is shown as disabled, e.g. the function button ⇒ fig. 33.
If a media source that has already been played is selected again, playback is
resumed from the point that was last played. Exception: audio source
connected to AUX IN multimedia socket ⇒page 33 or unit in Bluetooth Audio
mode ⇒page 36 or the AUX2 auxiliary source ⇒ page 34.
Available media sources in the media selection menu
Fig. 32 MEDIA main
menu.Fig. 33 Media selection
menu.
Function button: Media source CD : Internal CD player ⇒ page 32. SD card : Inserted memory card ⇒page 33.: 3.5 mm jack connected to AUX-IN multimedia socket ⇒page 8, fig. 1
⇒ page 33.: Data medium in MEDIA-IN multimedia interface ⇒ page 42. BT-Au dio : Bluetooth external audio source connected ⇒page 36.: Additional external audio source ⇒ page 34.
MEDIA
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MEDIAE
AUXIKAUXA9MDI
AUX2
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38Changing track manuallyStart playback of a media source that can be controlled via the radio-naviga-
tion system (CD, memory card, MDI). You can browse through the tracks of the current media source or select a
specific track from the track list.
Browsing tracks with the arrow buttons
Opening and scrolling through the track list
•Open the
MEDIA main menu.•Press the function button or turn the setting knob ⇒page 8, fig. 1
to open the track list. The track that is currently playing is highlighted
⇒ fig. 34.•Mark a track by turning the setting knob and press the setting knob to
select the marked track.•Alternatively: Drag the scroll marker to browse the list quickly and select
the desired track by pressing it on the screen ⇒page 10.
Searching the folder structure in MP3 mode
When the track list is opened, subfolders
G and playlists
p may appear in
the list alongside the tracks
 ⇒ fig. 35. The name of the folder containing
the track that is currently playing is displayed in the bottom line of the screen
(in fig. 34: F2).
Fig. 34 Track list of a
currently playing audio
MP3 CD.Fig. 35 Highest level of a
currently playing audio
MP3 CD.
Action
Result
Briefly press the arrow once .
Goes to start of track.
Briefly press the arrow twice .
Goes to start of previous track.
Briefly press the arrow once .
Goes to the next track.
Press and hold the arrow button
.
Rewind.
Press and hold the arrow button
.
Fast forward.
Provided the currently playing audio source can be controlled from the unit,
it can be operated from any menu via the arrow buttons on the unit.
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•Press the function button to open the current folder's parent folder
⇒ page 38, fig. 35.•Press a folder on the screen (e.g. ) to select another track from that
folder or to open another subfolder
G.
•ALTERNATIVELY: Turn the setting knob, select the folder and turn and
press the knob again to select the track
 or open the subfolder
G.
•Repeatedly pressing the function button moves up through the folder
structure until you reach the root directory of the media source that is
currently playing. In the root directory, the function button is disabled.
The media source currently playing is displayed in the bottom line of the
screen ⇒page 38, fig. 35 .
If a MEDIA-IN multimedia interface is installed and an iPod
®4) or iPhone
4) is
connected, a special iPod selection menu is displayed at the top selection
level (root directory) ⇒page 43, fig. 41 .
Changing playback mode ( function button)Depending on the setting, subfolders may be included in the selected play-
back mode ⇒ page 40. This setting must be defined before the playback
mode is selected.
4)iPod® and iPhone
® are protected registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Up
G F1
Up
Up
Extras
Fig. 36 MEDIA main
menu: Extras function
button in MP3 modeFig. 37 MEDIA main
menu with selected play-
back mode
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Audio mode
42MEDIA-IN multimedia interfaceIntroductionFor the ALHAMBRA model, depending on the version, the MEDIA-IN multi-
media interface is in the passenger storage compartment or the centre
armrest between the two front seats.
For the ALTEA, ALTEA XL, ALTEA Freetrack and LEON models, the MEDIA-IN
multimedia interface offers users a USB connector and an AUX connector,
located on the centre console in the Leon and under the front armrest in the
Alteas.
The supported file formats listed below are collectively referred to in this
manual as “audio files”.
Audio files on an external data medium connected to the MEDIA-IN multi-
media interface can be played and controlled via the radio and navigation
system.
Where this manual refers to external data media, this means USB mass
storage devices containing supported audio files, such as MP3 players,
iPods
® and USB sticks. External data media are displayed as MDI (Media
Device Interface).
The MEDIA-IN multimedia interface supplies the usual USB voltage of 5 volts.
Additional Information:
•Safety notes
’ ⇒ page 6
•Unit overview ⇒page 8•Media mode ⇒page 29Note
The rubber mat in the storage compartment of the MEDIA-IN multimedia inter-
face can be removed.
Information on connecting a data mediumFig. 38 MEDIA-IN socket for Altea and LeonData medium connection adapter
An adapter is required to connect the external data medium to the MEDIA-IN
multimedia interface ⇒fig. 39 .
Do not use memory card adapters, USB extension cords or USB hubs!
Fig. 39 MEDIA-IN multi-
media interface
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Notes and requirements
Notes and restrictions
Only audio files that can be read via the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface can
be displayed, played and controlled on the radio and navigation system.
In the case of MTP players and depending on the battery charge and the
quantity of data, it may take a few minutes for them to be ready for use.
If an external data medium is divided into several partitions, only the first
partition with compatible audio files will be played.
Please observe the additional instructions and restrictions regarding the
requirements for multimedia sources ⇒page 29.
Connecting and operatingBefore connecting or playing an external data medium, turn down the volume
on the radio-navigation system ⇒ page 11.
Compatible data media
Legible files and formats
Data media compliant with the
USB 2.0 specification.
Data media with the FAT file sys-
tem FAT16 (< 2 GB) or FAT32 (> 2
GB).
iPods
® and iPhones
® of various
generations
a).
MTP players with the “PlaysFor-
Sure” or “ReadyForVista” logo.
a)iPod® and iPhone
® are protected registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
- Audio files in MP3, WMA, OGG-Vorbis
and AAC format.
Playlists in PLS, B4S, ASX and WPL for-
mat.
Please read and observe the external data medium operating instructions.
Fig. 40 MEDIA main
menu: MDI multimedia
source (MEDIA-IN multi-
media interface).Fig. 41 Selection menu
for a connected iPod.
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Audio mode
44Connecting and disconnecting an external data medium (MDI)•Connect the appropriate adapter to the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface
⇒ page 42.•Connect the external data medium to the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface
via the adapter.•I f n e ce s sa r y, s wi tch o n t h e e x t e r na l d a ta m e d i u m o r s e l e c t t h e a p p r o p r i a t e
data mode.
Even though the display may indicate otherwise, the external data medium
may be disconnected from the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface at any time
without data loss.
Connecting or disconnecting an external data medium (MDI) - Altea, Altea XL,
Altea Freetrack, Leon
– Connecting a mass storage device or player with a USB connection
Connect the device to the USB connector of the MEDIA-IN interface.
If necessary, start playback in the external device.
– Connecting an iPod or iPhone in order to control it from the radio and
navigation system
Connect the iPod or iPhone to the MEDIA-IN interface using the cable or
special iPod adapter provided by SEAT.
– Connecting an external device to the AUX input of the MEDIA-IN interface
Connect the device to the AUX input of the MEDIA-IN interface with the
right cable.
Even though the display may indicate otherwise, the external data medium
may be disconnected from the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface at any time
without data loss.
Control through the radio and navigation system
An external data medium correctly connected to the MEDIA-IN multimedia
interface can be controlled through the radio and navigation system. Depending on the unit, when an external data medium is connected and
switched on, it is necessary to change to the radio and navigation system
manually for playback.
•Open the
MEDIA main menu.•Press the unit button to open the Media selection menu .•Press the function button to start or resume playback from the
external data medium.
Further operation of the external data medium (changing track, selecting
tracks and playback modes) is described in the appropriate chapters of this
manual ⇒page 29.
If the selected media source is disconnected from the MEDIA-IN multimedia
interface while being played, the radio and navigation system will remain in
MDI mode. Another audio source must be selected manually.
Special features. ALTEA and LEON models
Depending on the vehicle equipment, from the radio and navigation unit and
via the MEDIA-IN interface, the user can:•play and control audio files from a mass storage device or MP3 player with
USB, iPod or iPhone connection.•play audio from an external player connected to the AUX input of the
Media-In Interface•play audio from an external player connected to the AUX input of the Rear
Seat Entertainment system (if fitted in the vehicle)
Sometimes the additional auxiliary input of the Media-In interface must be
activated in order to use the MDI media source in the media selector.
Activation:•ticking the Activate AUX2 input check box in the Media Setup Menu or,•this option can also be activated using the function button in the pop-up
window which appears when you try to go to the MEDIA main menu when
there is no media source connected or activated.
MEDIAMDI
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When should it be activated?•LEON: to play audio from an iPod (via the SEAT adapter cable) or from an
external device connected to the AUX input of the MEDIA-IN interface.•ALTEA, ALTEA XL, Freetrack: to play audio from an external player
connected to the AUX input of the Rear Seat Entertainment system (if fitted in
the vehicle)
iPod® and iPhone
®
When an iPod
® or iPhone
® is connected, a special iPod selection menu is
displayed at the top selection level of the track view ⇒page 43, fig. 41. This
iPod selection menu always has the same structure and is operated in the
familiar way.
The music controls on the connected iPod
® or iPhone
® are disabled.
The output volume of a connected iPod
® or iPhone
® should be adjusted to
the volume of the other audio sources ⇒ page 41.Possible error messages after connecting an external data medium
Note
External audio sources connected to the AUX socket of the MEDIA-IN interface
can be played through the radio and navigation system, but cannot be
controlled from there. To control the external audio source, please see the
manufacturer's instructions. As long as the external audio source is not
switched off, it will continue operating even if another source starts to play in
the radio and navigation system.
Note
The MDI symbol remains visible and on (highlighted in red), and therefore
accessible, as long as the “Activate AUX2 input” check box (Media setup
menu) is ticked. The option should be deactivated when playback has
finished.Error message
Cause
Procedure
Device not
supported
Playback from the
external data medium
or communication via
the adapter cable used
is not possible.
Check adapter cable.
Update the software of the
MEDIA-IN multi-media inter-
face at your Authorised Serv-
ice.
If possible, update the soft-
ware of the external data
medium.
Unit not ready for
operation
Communication inter-
rupted.
Check the connection and
make sure the external data
medium is working correctly.
Due to the large number of different data media and various iPod
® and
iPhone
® generations available, it is not possible to guarantee fault-free
operation of all functions described here.
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Navigation
48longer be up-to-date. This may lead to inaccurate or incorrect route
guidance.Updating the internal navigation data memoryThe navigation data is already in the navigation data memory and can be
used directly ⇒page 48.
If the navigation database is updated, or if data from another country is over-
written, the former data will be erased and cannot be recovered.
Updating navigation data
A memory card containing updated navigation data can be obtained from an
Authorised Service.•Cancel the mechanical protection against overwriting in the memory card.•Inserting the memory card ⇒page 29. If the inserted memory card contains valid navigation data, a window opens
asking whether you wish to permanently allocate the memory card to the
radio navigation system.
Due to licensing legislation, when the copy has been completed, the memory
card will be allocated to this radio and navigation system and can
not be used
for other radio and navigation units.
•Press the function button to continue.
Information about the navigation data installed and available on the memory
card is displayed.•Press the function button to start copying the information.
No navigation functions are available during the copying process. The
copying process lasts approximately 2 hours.
Do not remove the memory card while the navigation data is being copied.
This could damage the memory card!
If the unit is switched off during the copying process, the process stops and
will start automatically when the unit is switched back on.
Starting the copying process manually
If the copying process does not start automatically after the memory card
containing valid navigation data has been inserted, the updating process can
be started manually.•Press the unit button.•Press the unit button.•Activate by turning and pressing the setting knob
⇒ page 8, fig. 1 ⇒ fig. 42.•Press the function button to view the area
of navigation and the version of the navigation data stored.•Press the function button to start copying the
information.
Fig. 42 Navigation setup
menu.
AssignUpdateNAVSETUPNavigation data base
A10Display navigation database infoInstall Nav data from SD
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