Table of Contents
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Before using the unit for the first time . . . . . . 6
Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Unit overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
General operating information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Audio mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
TP function (Traffic Programme)* . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Media mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
External audio sources* (AUX, Bluetooth
Audio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
MEDIA-IN multimedia interface* . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Settings menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Sound and system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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18Audio mode
Media mode
Introduction
Media sources are audio sources containing audio files on various different
data media (e.g. CD, external MP3 player). These audio files can be played
by the radio system from its corresponding players or audio input sockets
(internal CD player , external CD changer, AUX-IN multimedia socket).
Additional information:
● Safety notes ⇒ page 6
● Unit overview ⇒ page 8
● External audio sources (AUX, MDI) ⇒ page 26
● MEDIA-IN multimedia interface ⇒ page 29
● Settings menus ⇒ page 34
Media source and audio file requirements
Factory-fitted CD players conform to safety class 1 according to
DIN IEC 76 (CO) 6/ VDE 0837.
The unit only accepts 12-cm standard CDs.
The supported file formats listed are collectively referred to below as audio
files. A CD containing audio files of these types is referred to as an audio
data CD.
Media sourceRequirements for playing in the unit Audio CDs with CD
Digital Audio logo.CD Digital Audio specification.
CD, CD-ROM, CD-R,
CD-RW with audio data
of up to 700 MB (mega-
bytes) in accordance
with ISO 9660 or Joliet
file system.MP3 files (.mp3) with bit rates of between
48 and 320 kbit/s or with variable bit rate.
WMA files (.wma) up to 9.0 without copy protec-
tion.
File names not longer than 64 characters.
Folder structures with a maximum of ten levels.
Max. 120 folders and max. 500 files on a data
medium.
Playlists in the formats PLS, M3U and WPL.
Playlists no larger than 20 KB and containing no
more than 250 links.
Max. 32 playlists on a data medium.
Playing audio files via
Bluetooth ®a)
.The external audio source must be compatible
with the Bluetooth A2DP profile and paired with
the factory-fitted UHV mobile phone preparation.
AUX. External audio
source.3.5 mm jack plug for audio output can be con-
nected ⇒ fig. 1 10.MDI. External data me-
dium.Compatible with MEDIA-IN multimedia interface
⇒ page 29.
a) Bluetooth ®
is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Restrictions and notes
Contamination, exposure to high temperatures and mechanical damage
may render a data medium unusable. Observe the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
Variations in the quality of data media produced by different manufacturers
may lead to problems during playback.
Observe copyright laws!
CDs recorded in UDF or Direct CD format cannot be played. Under Windows
Vista ®
ensure that the correct format is selected.
22Audio mode
Opening the Media selection menu manually and selecting a media source
● In Media mode, briefly press the MEDIA
unit button to display the
Media
selection menu again ⇒ fig. 13.
● Select the desired media source by pressing its function button.
● Alternatively: Press the MEDIA
unit button as often as required to switch
between the available media sources.
Function but-
tonMedia sourceSee
CDAudio or audio data CD in the inter-
nal CD drive.⇒ page 20
AUX
or MEDIA-INExternal audio source connected to
the AUX-IN multimedia socket.
Or
External data medium (MDI) connec-
ted to the MEDIA-IN multimedia
socket.⇒ page 27
⇒ page 29
BT-AUDIOBluetooth audio source connected.⇒ page 28
When a media source that has already been played is selected again, play-
back is resumed from the point that was last played. Exception: External au-
dio sources ⇒ page 27. Track information display
Fig. 14 Track information of a currently playing MP3 CD.
When an audio CD without CD text is playing, only TRACK and the track num-
ber, corresponding to the playing order on the data medium, are displayed
in the centre line of the screen.
When playing audio files containing additional track information (CD text ,
ID3 tag with MP3 files), various types of track information can be displayed.
Changing the display of track information
The type of track information selected is displayed on the left in the top line
of the screen (in fig. 14: TITLE).
● Briefly press the INFO
function button to change the type of track infor-
mation displayed.
DisplayTrack informationTITLETrack nameARTISTArtistALBUMAlbum titleFILEFile name (audio data CDs only)
26Audio mode
External audio sources* (AUX, Bluetooth
Audio)
Introduction
This chapter contains information about the following points: ⇒ page 27, External audio source connected to the AUX-IN multime-
dia socket
⇒ page 28, External audio sources connected via Bluetooth ®
The external audio sources described here can only be played over the vehi-
cle speakers, but cannot be controlled via the radio system.
Before connecting or playing an external audio source, turn down the base
volume on the radio system ⇒ page 11.
Additional information:
● Safety notes ⇒ page 6
● Unit overview ⇒ page 8
● Media mode ⇒ page 18
● Settings menus ⇒ page 34
Note
Please read and observe the external audio source manufacturer operating
manual.
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AUX-IN connection
Only where the vehicle is fitted with auxiliary input. Depend-
ing on the equipment of your vehicle, there are two types of
connection.
Fig. 17 AUX-IN connec-
tion for Altea, Altea XL
and Altea Freetrack
Fig. 18 AUX-IN connec-
tion for Leon model
27
Audio mode
AUX-IN* connection
A JACK 1)
audio adaptor is required.
Connect the portable audio player (MP3, Walkman, CD, etc. ) to the AUX-IN
connector, ensuring that the jack fits perfectly. Folders, tracks... are man-
aged from the connected device.
To listen to the audio from the portable device, press the MEDIA button on
the radio.
The USB connection takes priority over AUX-IN inputs. A device connected to
the AUX-IN input can only be heard when there is no other device connected
to the USB port ⇒ page 29.
The audio source of the devices connected in the MEDIA-IN device
⇒ page 29 (USB as AUX-IN) takes priority over those connected in the RSE. Where both options are available, make sure that there is nothing connec-
ted in the MEDIA-IN* connections when you wish to listen to the audio
source of the RSE in the car. (See Rear Seat Entertainment manual).
Note
Keep in mind that if you change temporarily to a different source without
stopping the playback on the portable device, when you go back to the aux-
iliary source using the menu displayed with the MEDIA
button, it will not
continue to play at the point where you left it.
External audio source connected to the AUX-IN multimedia
socket
The AUX-IN multimedia socket can only be used with a 3.5 mm jack plug. An external audio source connected to the socket is indicated by
AUX in the
Media selection menu .
If AUX is not displayed, AUX must be activated in the SETUP menu
⇒ page 35.
Connecting an external audio source to the AUX-IN multimedia socket
● Connect the audio source to the AUX-IN multimedia socket.
● Start playback on the external audio source.
● Open the Media selection menu and select the AUX
function button
⇒ page 21.
The output volume of a connected external audio source should be adjusted
to the volume of the other audio sources ⇒ page 36.
Information on operating an external audio source connected to the AUX-IN
multimedia socket
MeaningResultSelection of another audio source
on the radio system.The external audio source continues
to run in the background.
Stopping playback on the external
audio source or disconnecting the
plug from the AUX-IN multimedia
socket.The radio system remains in the AUX
menu.
Vehicles with MEDIA-IN multimedia interface
See page 29.
Note
Interference noise may be heard if the external audio source is powered
from the vehicle's 12-volt socket.
1)
The cable is not supplied.
29
Audio mode
MEDIA-IN multimedia interface*
Introduction
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 multime-
dia interface can be played and controlled via the radio system.
Where this manual refers to external data media, this means USB mass stor-
age devices containing supported audio files, such as MP3 players, iPods ®
and USB sticks. External data media are displayed as MDI (Media Device In-
terface) on the radio system.
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 18
● Settings menus ⇒ page 34 MEDIA-IN connection*
Fig. 19 MEDIA-IN con-
nection in Altea, Altea XL
and Altea Freetrack
Fig. 20 MEDIA-IN con-
nection in Leon.
The MEDIA-IN interface offers the user a USB connector and an AUX connec-
tor.
30Audio mode
This operation mode permits any of the following elements to be connec-
ted:
● USB mode: A storage device with USB connection. The connection is di-
rectly done into the USB port.
● iPod mode ®
: To connect an iPod device, an adapter cable or device is
required (SEAT brand), depending on the vehicle. This cable/device is con-
nected to the iPod at one end and has USB and audio JACK 1)
connections at
the other end.
● Auxiliary connection mode: A portable audio player device (MP3, Walk-
man, CD, etc...). Connection is through a JACK-JACK audio adapter 1)
⇒ page 26.
Insert a device in the MEDIA-IN* connections
Insert the necessary connectors in the USB/auxiliary/iPod ®
connections,
depending on the equipment to be connected (USB, iPod®, MP3, Walkman,
etc...), making sure that the pins are correctly connected.
A USB or iPod® device is controlled through the radio controls.
A portable device with audio output is directly controlled from the equip-
ment connected.
Selecting the source connected
See page 21.
Note
● iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
● If you are not in USB/iPod ®
mode (e.g. in FM) when the MEDIA
button is
pressed, the last selected source will start to play (where available).
● Consult the list of compatible iPods with your Authorised Service Centre. Connecting and operating
Fig. 21 MEDIA-IN mode: MDI displayed in the top line of the screen.
Fig. 22 MEDIA-IN mode: searching the folder structure of an MDI source.
Before connecting or playing an external data medium, turn down the base
volume on the radio system ⇒ page 11.
1)
The cable is not supplied.
36Settings menus
Function buttonResultRDS REGb)c)
RDS REGIONAL : Define the setting for automatic station tracking.
AUTOThe unit always switches to the radio station's frequency that offers the best reception as the vehicle travels from
one area to the next. As a result, regional programmes may be interrupted.
FIXThe unit only changes to regional alternative frequencies for the current station broadcasting the same regional
service. Only when the reception becomes too weak, will the radio accept frequencies of another broadcasting sta-
tion.
RADIOTEXT: Some RDS-compatible stations broadcast additional text information. The individual radio station is responsible for the texts displayed.
ONIf the currently selected radio station supports radio text and the reception is strong enough, radio text is displayed
in the centre line of the screen (possibly as scrolling text) instead of the station name.
OFFNo radio text is displayed (factory setting).AUX AUX SOURCE: AUX-IN multimedia socket enabled ON or disabled OFF ⇒ page 26.
AUX-LVLAUX/MDI VOLUME LEVEL : The input volume for some external audio sources (AUX, iPod or iPhone) can be adjusted to
the output volume of the other audio sources ⇒ page 36.
BT-AUDIOBLUETOOTH AUDIO: Activate or deactivate ⇒ page 26.ON-VOLON VOLUME LIMIT: Regulate the maximum switch on volume.GALAGALA: Set the speed-dependent volume adjustment ⇒ page 36.DISPLAYDISPLAY LIGHT: Set the brightness of the display when the dipped beam headlights are switched on.
PDCPDC VOL ATTENU. : The volume of the current audio source will be reduced to a preset level when the parking distance
warning system is active.
a) Not in all markets.
b) Not displayed if RDS OFF is selected.
c) Not displayed if ALT-FREQ OFF is selected.
Adjusting the output volume ( AUX/MDI VOLUME LEVEL)
If you need to increase the output volume for the external audio source, first
lower the base volume on the radio system ⇒ page 11.
If the sound from the external audio source is too low, if possible, increase
the output volume on the external audio source. If this is not sufficient, set
the input volume (AUX VOL LEVEL) in the unit settings to level 2 or level 3 . If the sound from the connected external audio source is
too loud or distor-
ted, if possible, lower the output volume on the external audio source. If
this is not sufficient, set AUX VOL LEVEL to level 2 or level 1 .
Speed-dependent volume adjustment ( GALA)
The GALA function automatically adjusts the volume in line with the speed
of the vehicle.
You can set the degree to which the volume increases with speed (GALA) on
a scale between 1 and 7.