10Introduction
General operating information
Introduction
Additional information:
● Safety notes ⇒ page 6
● Unit overview ⇒ page 8
● Multi-function steering wheel for changing track or station ⇒ book-
let Operating instructions.
Additional display information
Depending on the vehicle specification, changes to air conditioning set-
tings or information on factory-fitted driver assistance systems may be tem-
porarily displayed on the screen. These displays disappear automatically
when they are no longer required.
All displays appear only after completely restarting the radio system.
CAUTION
Only a small amount of pressure is needed to operate the unit.
Note
● Never press a button down for longer than 10 minutes. Otherwise the
system will interpret this as a malfunction ( button jammed).
● Due to country-specific legislation, certain functions cannot be selected
on the screen when the vehicle is travelling above a certain speed.
● Using a mobile phone in the vehicle may cause noise from the vehicle
speakers.
● In some vehicles equipped with a parking distance warning system, the
volume of the current audio source is automatically lowered when reverse
gear is engaged. This volume can be changed while reverse is engaged. If
the volume is not modified, when reverse is disengaged the previous vol-
ume setting is restored. If the volume is modified, when reverse gear is dis- engaged the audio source will stay at the set volume and, as long as the
maximum volume is not exceeded, it will be memorised for the next time re-
verse gear is engaged.
Switching on and off
FunctionActivationSwitch the unit on or off
manually.Press the rotary/push knob
After the ignition key is removed the unit
switches off automatically after approx. 30 mi-
nutes (switch-off delay).
Switch on the unit auto-
matically.Insert the vehicle key into the ignition lock.
The unit switches on automatically if it was on
when the ignition key was removed.
Switch off the unit auto-
matically.Remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.
When the unit is switched on the system starts up. The last audio source
used is played at the last selected volume setting, provided this does not
exceed the preselected switch-on volume ( ON-VOL ⇒ page 35).
Energy management
If, when the ignition is switched off and the unit switched on, the battery
voltage falls below the minimum onboard power supply voltage, a signal
sounds and LOW BATTERY appears. You should switch the radio off.
If the battery voltage level continues to fall, LOW BATTERY and RADIO OFF are
briefly shown on the display. The unit will switch off automatically.
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.
28Audio mode
External audio sources connected via Bluetooth ®
In Bluetooth Audio mode, it is possible to listen to audio files being played
on an external audio source
1)
connected via Bluetooth ®
through the vehicle
speakers.
Bluetooth Audio mode is only available in vehicles factory-fitted with a UHV
mobile phone preparation compatible with this function. To use the function
for managing the external audio source connected via Bluetooth ®
, please
see the instructions given in the manual ⇒ booklet Communication System.
The external audio source connected by Bluetooth ®
cannot be operated us-
ing the radio system controls.
Bluetooth Audio mode is indicated by BT-AUDIO or BLUETOOTH-AUDIO on the
display.
Starting Bluetooth audio transfer
● The external audio source must be paired with or connected to the Blue-
tooth mobile phone interface following the instructions in the Owner's man-
ual.
● Start playback on the external audio source.
Playing through the vehicle loudspeakers
After starting, the procedure to transfer audio files depends on whether the
BLUETOOTH-AUDIO option is ON or OFF in the SETUP menu ⇒ page 35.
SETUP: BLUETOOTH-AUDIO OFF: ● After starting the Bluetooth audio transfer, a query is displayed to play
Bluetooth audio.
● Confirm the query.
● Bluetooth audio will start to play and the SETUP menu now displays
BLUETOOTH-AUDIO ON. SETUP: BLUETOOTH-AUDIO ON:
●
After starting the Bluetooth audio transfer, you must change manually to
BLUETOOTH-AUDIO ⇒ page 21.
When the external audio source has finished playing, the radio system re-
mains in the BLUETOOTH-AUDIO menu. To switch to another audio source, it
must be selected manually ⇒ page 21.
Note
The warning and service sounds of a connected Bluetooth audio source,
e.g. the keytones on a mobile phone, must be disconnected to avoid any
operating interference and abnormalities.
1)
The external audio source must be compatible with the Bluetooth A2DP profile.
31
Audio mode
Connecting and disconnecting an external data medium
● Connect the appropriate adapter to the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface
⇒ page 29.
● Connect the external data medium to the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface
via the adapter.
● If necessary, switch on the external data medium or select the appropri-
ate 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.
If the selected media source is disconnected from the MEDIA-IN multimedia
interface while being played, the radio system will remain in MDI mode. An-
other audio source must be selected manually.
Operation via the radio system
An external data medium that is correctly connected to the MEDIA-IN multi-
media interface can be operated from the radio system.
The radio system does not automatically switch to playback from an exter-
nal data medium when a data medium is connected to the MEDIA-IN multi-
media interface or when a connected data medium is switched on.
● Display the Media selection menu and select the MEDIA-IN
function but-
ton ⇒ page 21.
● Playback from the external data medium will start ⇒ fig. 21.
● When you press the BROWSE
function button, the function buttons for
searching the folder structure appear on the screen ⇒ fig. 22.
● You can browse folders or playlists with the function buttons TOP
(high-
est level), UP (one higher) and OPEN (open folder). The selected folder level
is displayed in the top line of the screen ⇒ fig. 22.
● You can switch between folders and playlists on the same level using
the
FOLDER
rocker switch ⇒ fig. 1 10. ●
To browse through the tracks within a folder or a playlist, turn the setting
knob and to play the displayed track press the PLAY
function button.
● To change track directly within a folder or playlist press the
SEEK / TRACK
rocker switch ⇒ fig. 1 12 to the left or right.
For a description of the different playback modes ( SCAN, MIX, REPEAT) and
instructions on selecting them, please refer to page 24.
iPod ®
and iPhone ®
The top level of a connected iPod ®
or iPhone ®
allows you to select menu
items specific to the device. 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 36.
Possible error messages after connecting an external data medium
Error mes-
sageCauseHow to proceed
Device not
supportedThe external data medium
cannot be played or commu-
nication is not possible with
the adapter cable being
used.Check adapter cable.
Update the software of the
MEDIA-IN multimedia inter-
face at your Authorised Serv-
ice.
If possible, update the soft-
ware of the external data me-
dium.
Device defec-
tiveCommunication interrupted.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.
32Audio mode
Additional instructions
Additional instructions for the mass storage device (MSD):
●Only external data devices or USB mass storage devices complying with
the USB 2.0 specification can be used.
● Partition of an external data device shall be in accordance with the file
system, FAT16 (2 GB) or FAT32 (> 2 GB) (FAT: File Allocation Table).
● MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) players, recognised by the commercial
name “PlaysForSure” or “ReadyForVista”, are highly sensitive to factors in-
cluding the battery charge and the volume of data in the MEDIA-IN multime-
dia interface requests. It may take several minutes before an MTP player is
ready to play.
● When playing large capacity hard discs with several files and a complex
data structure (several folders and subfolders, non-playable files, etc.) it
may take some time to read the audio files. The reaction time may also be
influenced by the connected device.
● The structure of the folders in the external data device shall not exceed a
depth of eight folder levels. A folder should not contain more than 1000 en-
tries.
● The use of USB cable extensions and USB hubs may cause operating er-
rors.
● If an external data device is divided into various partitions, only the first
partition with compatible audio files will be played.
● Memory card adapters cannot be used, their use may cause operating
errors.
● If an MP3 player is updated via the manufacturer (firmware update) this
may lead to operating errors.
● An external data device should be connected first or select the corre-
sponding data mode.
● Compatible formats include: MP3, WMA, OGG-Vorbis, AAC.
● Please refer to the respective manufacturer's manual for instructions on
the operation of the external data medium. Compatible file formats
The use of file formats which can be played on this equipment is the same
as for compressed audio files in MP3 format and will not be explained fur-
ther in this manual.
●
The radio and navigation equipment can be used to play and control au-
dio files in MP3, WMA, OGG Vorbis and AAC format from an external data
device.
● Playlists in PLS, B4S, ASX and WPL format are compatible.
● WMA (Windows Media Audio) audio files can only be played if they are
not protected by authors' rights with the DRM (Digital Rights Management)
system.
● Generally, files with anti-copy protection cannot be played (e.g. M4P).
● Files in 3GP format and “WMA lossless” file types cannot be played.
Check there are no MP3 files stored in the playlist. A playlist only defines a
certain order of play. If a playlist is not played, check whether the “route da-
ta” is correct, that is, whether the MP3 files are stored in the data device to
which the playlist refers.
WARNING
● The connected audio devices must be protected from possible me-
chanical damage and other kind of wear.
● We do not hold responsible for any possible damage on the connec-
ted devices.
● The connection of USB devices is sensitive to interference from mo-
bile telephones. Mobile telephones should not be left next to the USB
when this is connected, to prevent distortion.
● The connected audio devices must be protected from possible me-
chanical damage and other kind of wear.
● Objects which are not secured in the vehicle compartment may inter-
fere with driving and could result in serious injury.
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.
38Abbreviations
Abbreviations
Abbreviations
AbbreviationMeaningAMAmplitude modulation (medium wave, MW).AUX-INAUX IN multimedia socket (auxiliary input).EONSupports other networks (Enhanced Other Networks).FMFrequency modulation (very high frequency, VHF).MDIExternal data medium (Media Device Interface, e.g. iPod ®
).RDSRadio data system.TPTraffic Programme.UHVInterface for the connection of the mobile phone.
Index
A
Adjusting the output volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
ALT-FREQALTERNATIVE FREQUENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
AUX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 AUX-IN multimedia socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
External audio source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
ON or OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
AUX-IN connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
AUX-LVL (AUX VOL LEVEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
B
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Base volume Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
BT-Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
C
CD-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
CD ERROR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
CD mode See: MEDIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 CD ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
CHECK CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
D
DISPLAY LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
E
Energy management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
External audio source AUX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
External data medium (USB) . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Input volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
MDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
MEDIA-IN multimedia interface . . . . . . . . . . 29
MP3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Output volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
External audio sources Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
External data medium See: MDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
F
Fader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Fast forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Function buttons (soft keys) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 G
GALA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
H Hard keys see: Unit buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
I
Ignition off Switch-off delay (timeout) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Interference mobile phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
iPhone See: iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
iPod operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
L
LOW BATTERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
M
Main menu MEDIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
RADIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Index