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iPod interface*General notes
The iPod interface can be used to connect an iPod to your 
navigation system and allows you to play audio files directly 
over the vehicle's sound system.The iPod interface is located in the vehicle glove box. It is compatible with 3rd 
generation or higher iPod
3) devices (made from about 2003 onwards), with 
the exception of the iPod Shuffle.
The iPod is controlled using the CD function  ⇒page 44.
•The navigation system orders (first numerically and then alphabetically) 
the playlists with the tracks stored in the iPod and then assigns them in the 
sequence CD 1 to CD 5. For easier playing of these playlists through the 
vehicle's sound system, we recommend you create five playlists (e.g. 1.... to 
5....) in your iPod.•If you select CD 6, all the tracks on the iPod will be played even if they are 
stored in different playlists.
Information stored on the iPod, such as artist, track, album and genre, or the 
name of a playlist, does not appear on the navigation system display.Caution
Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence in a vehicle's inte-
rior) can cause damage to the iPod and/or impair its performance.•Please do not leave your iPod in the vehicle in case of extreme tempera-
tures.
Note
Please refer to the iPod operating instructions for important information on 
how to use your iPod.Choosing the adapter
The iPod interface is supplied with a choice of adapters for 
connecting your iPod.iPods come in different sizes. Therefore, you will need to match the iPod inter-
face  ⇒fig. 31    to your iPod using one of the adapters supplied. You will 
need two adapters for certain iPod models (touch, 5G (video), classic).
The iPod interface is supplied with the following adapters:
1. Narrow adapters  of different heights for inserting into the central slot 
below the bay  .
3)iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
Fig. 31  iPod interface 
with slots for adapters
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282. Flat adapter plates  for inserting into the slot above the bay  .
3. Wide adapter casing  for inserting into the bay  .
There are also some iPods that do not require an adapter (e.g. iPod Photo 60 
GB)
Caution
The iPod must be firmly seated in the iPod interface. The iPod may be 
damaged if it is not installed correctly.
•Make sure that the iPod is fixed in place with one of the adapters 
supplied.Note
•Your Dealer also offers appropriate adapters for iPods that are not latest 
generation.•For further information on adapter adaptation, please see the information 
enclosed with the adapters supplied.Inserting the iPod into the iPod interface– Switch on the navigation system  ⇒page 5.
– With the display facing upwards and the contact towards the  front, slide the iPod into the bay until you hear it engage. The 
iPod will switch on automatically and the battery will be charged.
– If the navigation system does not detect the iPod after you insert  it, please “reset” the iPod (refer to the iPod operating instruc-
tions).To start the iPod, press the   button ⇒ page 46.
The iPod is switched off automatically when you switch off the navigation 
system or the ignition.
Note
•To ensure optimum sound quality, you should enable the “sound check” 
setting on the iPod and disable the “EQ” (equaliser) before inserting the iPod 
(please refer to the iPod operating instructions).•Slight scoring marks may occur on the iPod when used with the adapter.
iPod
No. adapter
classic 80 GB,
4G 20 GB
1
5G (video) 30 GB, touch
3
5G (video) 60/80 GB,
Photo 30 GB
4
classic 160 GB,
3G 10-20 GB
5
iPod
No. adapter
classic 160 GB,
5G (video) 30/60/80 GB
8
classic 80 GB
12
touch
13
iPod
No. adapter
nano 2G
10
nano 3G
11A3
A4
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Functions
The iPod is operated just like a CD changer using the controls 
on your vehicle's navigation system.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 a CD 
changer).•Change between playlists (just like “selecting a CD” on the CD changer)•Fast forward and rewind within a track•Change tracks within a playlist•Shuffle function (random selection of tracks)•SCAN function
For further information on operation, please refer to the “CD/MP3” chapter 
⇒ page 44.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 navigation 
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 navigation system 
display when you play tracks in shuffle mode (MIX).•We recommend you do not use the “Name CD” function, as all the playl-
ists will then be allocated the same name.USB Interface*Introduction
You can connect a memory stick or an MP3 player to the 
vehicle's on-board navigation system via the USB port.The USB port is located in your vehicle's glove box. It is compatible with all 
memory sticks and MP3 players approved by SEAT. Problems can occur if you 
use a memory stick or MP3 player not list ed 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.•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.Caution
Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence inside a vehicle) 
may cause damage to the memory stick or MP3 player and/or impair its 
performance.
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30•Never leave your memory stick or MP3 player in the vehicle in case of 
extreme temperatures.Note
Please 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 the navigation system.
– Switch the audio source for the navigation system to radio.
–Plug the  memory stick  into the USB port  ⇒fig. 32  (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 navigation 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 naviga-
tion 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.
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  is  n o t  p o ss i b l e  to  o p e ra t e  h a r d  d is cs  o r  U S B  h u b s ,  e t c .  v i 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.Note
For up-to-date information on compatible MP3 players and USB sticks, please 
ask a SEAT dealer or visit the website.
Fig. 32  USB port in glove 
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Functions
Music files are played just like on a CD changer using the 
controls on your vehicle navigation system.To start the memory stick or MP3 player, select the “CD changer” function on 
the navigation system.
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 random or shuffle mode
For further information on operation, please refer to the “CD/MP3” chapter 
⇒ page 44.TipsHere are some tips and points to remember when playing music files in the 
car:•We recommend that, instead of storing music files in the main directory of 
the memory stick or MP3 player, you create separate folders e.g. for tracks 
belonging to the same genre or artist. Your navigation system can only 
display and play a maximum of six folders, however. The folders are allocated  first in numerical order and then in alphabetical order as CD 1 to CD 6. Folders 
that do not contain music files are automatically ignored. You can create any 
number of subfolders.
•If there are no folders on your memory device, the navigation system will 
allocate all the music files it finds to  CD 1.•Track numbers appear with a maximum of two digits in the navigation 
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”. We 
therefore do not recommend allocating more than 99 tracks to each folder.•We recommend you do not use the “Name CD” function, as the folders 
may not be named correctly.•Bear in mind that special characters (diaeresis, accents, etc) are at the 
end of the alphabet.
The following music formats are supported:•mp3 (MPEG1 Layer3 from 32 to 320 kbps)•wma (from 8 to 192 kbps)•wav (11.025, 22.050 and 44.1 kHz sampling frequency with 16-bit 
encoding, stereo)•ogg vorbis (up to q10, 48 kHz, stereo)
DRM music formats are  not supported.Caution
Never store important data on the memory stick or MP3 player. SEAT is not 
liable in any manner for any data or files that may be damaged or lost.
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32Aux-in connectionIntroduction
A portable player can be plugged into the AUX-IN connection 
via a 3.5 mm jack plug.The Aux-in socket is located in the centre console. It is compatible with port-
able players with a 3.5 mm jack plug. It cannot be guaranteed that all port-
able players will function without any problems.
Caution
•Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence in the vehicle 
interior) may cause damage to portable players and/or impair their perform-
ance. Please do not leave your portable player in the vehicle in case of 
extreme temperatures.•Never store important data on portable players. SEAT is not liable in any 
manner for any data or files that may be damaged or lost.Note
Please refer to the operating instructions of your portable player for important 
information on its operation.Connecting portable player– Switch on your vehicle navigation system.
– Switch the audio source for the navigation system to radio. – Connect the portable player to 
a 3.5 mm jack plug and plug the 
extension cable into the Aux-in socket.
– Before you remove the memory device, switch the audio source  for the navigation system back to radio.
Start the portable player by switching the audio source to AUX-IN mode 
⇒page 45. After the player has been detected successfully, the display will 
show  External audio source is active .
You can select the audio files using the controls on the portable player. The 
volume can be adjusted via the navigation system in your vehicle, the multi-
function steering wheel* and the portable player.
WARNING
Today's driving conditions require your full attention. As the driver, you 
bear the responsibility for road safety. Never operate a portable player 
while driving - this could result in an accident!
Note
•We recommend setting the output level of the portable player to about 
70 percent of maximum. Before adjusting the volume via the navigation 
system in your vehicle, you should first use the volume adjuster of the port-
able player.•Using a portable player with the engine switched off will drain the 
battery.
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34The following settings are possible in radio setup:
If you do not use the navigation system for a while, the display of the station 
list or memory list will be minimised. The minimised display only shows the 
radio station you are currently listening to. Turn the rotary pushbutton to 
display the complete station list or memory list again.
Note
You can select radio stations  ⇒page 36 on the instrument panel display 
using the multi-function steering wheel*.
Band functionSelecting frequency band
The frequency band selection determines which radio 
stations are received.Fig. 34  Radio: Frequency band–Press the  Band control button in the radio menu.
– Select the desired frequency band by turning the rotary push- button.
– Press the control knob to confirm your selection.The following frequency bands are available:
Radio setup menu
Press the   button while in the 
Radio function  ⇒page 40.
Traffic programme 
station display
List of stations A-Z
Alternative frequencies
Delete list of stations
SETUP
Frequency band
Abbreviation
Frequency modulation
FM
Medium wave
MW
Long wave
LW
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Main radio menuIntroduction
The radio station list for the selected frequency band is 
displayed in the main radio menu.The station lists for the FM, MW and LW range differ in their behaviour. The FM 
station list is updated automatically (dynamic), whereas the MW and LW 
station lists must be updated manually (static).
The title line of the display shows whether the radio station is operating in FM 
(frequency modulation), MW (medium wave) or LW (long wave). The 
frequency band can be selected using the  Band control button  ⇒page 34.
If you do not use the navigation system for a while, the display of the station 
list or memory list will be minimised. The minimised display only shows the 
radio station you are currently listening to. Turn the rotary pushbutton to 
display the complete station list or memory list again.
Note
You can select radio stations ⇒ page 36 on the instrument panel display 
using the multi-function steering wheel*.
FM station list
The FM station list is dynamic (updated automatically).Fig. 35  Radio: FM station list– Press the   function button ⇒ page 8.
– Using the rotary pushbutton, select the desired radio station  from the FM radio station list.If the radio is not already set to the FM station list, you can switch over to the 
waveband as described on  ⇒page 34.
All the FM stations that can be received are on this list. The FM station list is 
limited to a maximum of one hundred stations.
Note
If you do not use the navigation system for a while, the display of the station 
list or memory list will be minimised. The minimised display only shows the 
radio station you are currently listening to. Turn the rotary pushbutton to 
display the complete station list or memory list again.
RADIO
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