30Audio modeMEDIA-IN multimedia interface
Introduction
Depending on the version of the vehicle, the MEDIA-IN multimedia interfacemay be in a different location. Please refer to the vehicle Instruction Manualto locate the position of the socket.
The supported file formats listed below are collectively referred to as “audiofiles”.
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 ap-proximately 5 volts.
Additional information and warnings:
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Safety notes ⇒ page 4
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Unit overview ⇒ page 6
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Media mode ⇒ page 21
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System and function settings (SETUP) ⇒ page 38
Instructions for connecting data media
Adapter for connecting a data medium
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 isrequired (SEAT brand), depending on the vehicle.
The type of adaptor needed depends on the vehicle model and is not sup-plied. These adapters can be purchased from a SEAT dealership.
Data medium requirements
Compatible data mediaFiles and formats supported by the ra-dio systemData media compliant with theUSB 2.0 specification.Data media with the FAT16 (<2 GB) or FAT32 (> 2 GB) file sys-tem.iPod™ and iPhone™ of variousgenerationsa).MTP players with the “PlaysFor-Sure” or “ReadyForVista” logo.
– Audio files in MP3, WMA, OGG-Vor-bis and AAC format.– Playlists in PLS, B4S, ASX and WPLformat.
Please read and observe the operating manual for the external data medi-um.
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iPod™ and iPhone™ are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
MEDIA-IN multimedia interface and AUX-IN multimedia socket
The MEDIA-IN multimedia interface is often installed in combination with anAUX-IN multimedia socket ⇒ page 28.
Notes and restrictions
Only audio files readable through the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface will bedisplayed, played and managed in the radio system.
In the case of MTP players, it may take a few minutes before the device isready for playback – depending on the battery status and the quantity ofdata.
