18Audio modeDAB* radio mode
Function only available in Europe
Introduction
Some units are equipped with an additional DAB radio receiver. DAB is adigital broadcasting standard for the terrestrial reception of radio programs.
Operation
DAB is also known as “digital radio” and is broadcast over band III(174 MHz - 240 MHz) and band L (1452 MHz - 1492 MHz).
The frequencies of the two bands are referred to as “channels” and eachhas a channel name (e.g. 12 A).
Several DAB stations are combined in a channel with the additional servicesavailable in a station “ensemble”.
Using these additional services additional information can be sent to theradio (e.g. news, sports, weather, warnings, etc.).
DAB is currently not available in all areas. In areas without DAB, is dis-played in DAB radio mode.
Settings can be made to display and play messages, to browse stations andto browse traffic news stations (TP function) ⇒ page 38.
Additional information and warnings:
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Safety notes ⇒ page 4
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Unit overview ⇒ page 6
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Radio mode ⇒ page 10
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TP function (Traffic Programme) ⇒ page 15
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System and function settings (SETUP) ⇒ page 38
NoteThe individual station is responsible for the information and content trans-mitted in radio text and DAB announcements.
Operation
Fig. 11
DAB radio main menu
Starting DAB radio mode
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Press the unit button RADIO ⇒ Fig. 1
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Press the DAB 1 or DAB 2 function button to activate DAB radio mode atthe corresponding memory level ⇒ Fig. 11.
The stored stations are stored and tuned as described in Radio mode⇒ page 10.
The last DAB radio station tuned in DAB-Radio A-1 is displayed in the centreline of the screen and is played, if it can still be received in the current loca-tion. The group of stations currently selected is displayed in the upper rightof the screen (in Fig. 11: ENSEMBLE A).
Changing DAB station
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Briefly press the SEEK / ... ⇒ Fig. 1 rocker switch to the left or right.
21Audio modeMedia mode
Introduction
Media sources are audio sources containing audio files on various differentdata media (e.g. CD, external MP3 player). These audio files can be playedby the radio system from its corresponding players or audio input sockets(internal CD player , external CD changer, AUX-IN multimedia socket).
Additional information and warnings:
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Safety notes ⇒ page 4
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Unit overview ⇒ page 6
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External audio sources (AUX, MDI) ⇒ page 28
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MEDIA-IN multimedia interface ⇒ page 30
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External CD changer ⇒ page 34
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System and function settings (SETUP) ⇒ page 38
Note
MPEG-4 HE-AAC audio coding technology and patents are licensed fromFraunhofer IIS.
Note
This product is subject to certain intellectual property rights and copyrightsowned by the Microsoft Corporation. The use or distribution of this type oftechnology outside this product requires a licence from Microsoft or an au-thorised Microsoft company.
Requirements for media sources and audio files
Factory-fitted CD players conform to safety class 1 according toDIN 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 “audiofiles”. A CD containing audio files of these types is referred to as an “audiodata CD”.
Media sourceRequirements for playing in the unit Audio CDs (up to 80 mi-nutes).– CD Digital Audio specification . CD, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RWwith audio data of up to 700MB (megabytes) in accord-ance with ISO 9660 or Jolietfile system.
– MP3 files (.mp3) with bitrates of between48 and 320 kbit/s or with variable bitrate.– WMA files (.wma) up to 9.0 without copyprotection.– Playlists in the formats PLS and M3U.– Playlists no larger than 20 kB and contain-ing no more than 250 links.– Max. 32 playlists on a data medium.– File names not longer than 64 characters.– Folder structures with a maximum of tenlevels.– Max. 120 folders and max. 500 files on adata medium.
Audio file playback viaBluetooth®a).– The external audio source must be com-patible with Bluetooth® A2DP or AVRCP pro-files and must be paired with a factory-fittedmobile phone preparation with this function⇒ page 28.
28Audio modeExternal audio sources (AUX and audio
Bluetooth®)
Introduction
The external audio sources described here can only be played over the vehi-cle speakers, but cannot be controlled via the radio system.
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
Note
Please read and observe the manufacturer's manual for the external audiosource.
External audio source connected to the AUX-IN multimedia
socket
Depending on the version of the vehicle, the multimedia socket AUX-IN maybe in a different location. Please refer to the vehicle Instruction Manual tolocate the position of the socket.
The AUX-IN multimedia socket can only be used with a 3.5 mm jack plug.
The external audio source connected is indicated by the AUX function but-ton in the Media selection menu.
If the function button AUX is not displayed, AUX must be activated in theSETUP menu ⇒ page 38.
Connecting an external audio source to the AUX-IN multimedia socket
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Connect the external audio source to the AUX-IN multimedia socket.
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Lower the basic volume of the radio ⇒ page 8.
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Start playback on the external audio source.
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Open the Media selection menu and select the AUX function button⇒ page 24.
The output volume of a connected external audio source should be adjustedto the volume of the other audio sources ⇒ page 39.
Vehicles with AUX-IN multimedia socket and MEDIA-IN multimedia interface
In vehicles also equipped with the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface theMEDIA-IN function button is displayed instead of the AUX function button⇒ page 30.
An external audio source connected to the AUX-IN multimedia socket canonly be played when no external data medium is connected to the MEDIA-INmultimedia interface.
The audio source of the devices connected in the MEDIA-IN device (USB asAUX-IN) takes priority over those connected in the RSE. Where both optionsare available, make sure that there is nothing connected in the MEDIA-IN*connections when you wish to listen to the audio source of the RSE(⇒ Booklet Rear Seat Entertainment) in the car.
Note
●When playback on the external audio source is stopped or the plug isdisconnected from the AUX-IN multimedia socket, the radio-navigation sys-tem remains in the AUX menu.
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Interference may be heard if the external audio source is powered fromthe vehicle’s 12-volt socket.
29Audio modePlayback of external media connected by Bluetooth®
Bluetooth Audio mode is only available if the vehicle is equipped with a fac-tory-fitted mobile phone preparation that supports this function. Please re-fer to the relevant operating manual supplied with the vehicle for informa-tion on operating the mobile phone preparation ⇒ Booklet Mobile phonepreparation.
The external media player (e.g. a mobile phone) must be compatible withthe Bluetooth® A2DP or AVRCP profiles.
In Bluetooth audio mode, audio files from a media player that is connectedvia Bluetooth® can be played over the vehicle speakers.
Bluetooth Audio mode is indicated by BT-AUDIO or BLUETOOTH-AUDIO on thedisplay.
Starting Bluetooth® audio transfer
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You will have to pair and connect the external media player with theBluetooth interface of the mobile phone preparation as described in the in-structions ⇒ Booklet Mobile phone preparation.
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Lower the basic volume of the radio ⇒ page 8.
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Start playback in the external media player.
Starting playback over the vehicle loudspeakers
After starting, the procedure to transfer audio files depends on whether theBLUETOOTH-AUDIO option is ON or OFF in the SETUP menu ⇒ page 38.
SETUP: BLUETOOTH-AUDIO OFF (default):
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After starting the Bluetooth audio transfer, a query is displayed to playBluetooth audio.
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Confirm the query.
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Bluetooth audio will start to play and the SETUP menu now displaysBLUETOOTH-AUDIO ON.
SETUP: BLUETOOTH-AUDIO ON:
●After starting the Bluetooth audio transfer, you must change manually toBLUETOOTH-AUDIO ⇒ page 24.
Note
●Do not connect an external media player at the same time to play musicvia Bluetooth and via the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface as this could causeplayback limitations.
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When the external media has finished playing, the radio system remainsin the BLUETOOTH-AUDIO menu.
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Always switch off the warning and service tones on a connected Blue-tooth audio source, e.g. key tones on a mobile telephone, to prevent inter-ference noise and malfunctions.
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.
31Audio mode●When playing large capacity hard discs with several files and a complexdata structure (several folders and subfolders, non-playable files, etc.) itmay take some time to read the audio files. The reaction time may also beinfluenced by the connected device.
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WMA (Windows Media Audio) audio files can only be played if they arenot protected by authors' rights with the DRM (Digital Rights Management)system.
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Generally, files with anti-copy protection cannot be played (e.g. M4P).
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It is not possible to play files in 3GP format or “WMA lossless” files.Check there are no MP3 files stored in the playlist. A playlist only defines acertain order of play. If a playlist cannot be played, check that the “relativepaths” are correct, i.e. that the MP3 files on the data medium are actuallystored at the locations referenced by the playlist.
If an external data medium is divided into several partitions, only the firstpartition with compatible audio files will be played.
Please refer to further limitations and notes on the requirements placed onmedia sources ⇒ page 21.
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.
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The connection of USB devices is sensitive to interference from mo-bile telephones. Mobile telephones should not be left next to the USBwhen this is connected, to prevent distortion.
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The connected audio devices must be protected from possible me-chanical damage and other kind of wear.
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Objects which are not secured in the vehicle compartment may inter-fere with driving and could result in serious injury.
WARNING (Continued)●The external data device should never be left on the dash panel. Asharp manoeuvre can throw the device towards the compartment and in-jure the vehicle passengers.
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The external data device should never be mounted in the vicinity ofthe airbag. If an airbag is activated it can project the device towards thecompartment and injure the vehicle passengers.
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The external data device must not be held in hand or on the legswhile driving. A sharp manoeuvre can throw the device towards the com-partment and injure the vehicle passengers.
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Place the external data device cables so that they are not in the waywhile driving.
CAUTION
Make sure that the adapter lead is not pinched or severely bent. This candamage the adapter lead and cause functional faults.
Note
Some vehicles with the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface mounted on the cen-tre armrest are also equipped with an additional compartment. The rubberinsert of this compartment can be removed in order to extract small objectswhich may have fallen inside.
Note
●Do not connect an external media player to the radio-navigation systemvia Bluetooth and via the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface at the same time,as this could lead to limitations in playback.
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The use of memory card adapters or USB hubs can cause problems inreading files.
34Audio modeExternal CD changer*
Introduction
Depending on the vehicle model, the external CD changer will be in the pas-senger side glove compartment or in the front centre armrest.
The CD changer can hold six 12 cm standard audio CDs. You do not have toload all the slots in the CD changer.
The CD inserted can be selected and played through the radio system.
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
Note●Audio data CDs and audio DVDs cannot be played in the external CDchanger.●
You might not be able to play CDs with copy protection or CD-Rs and CD-RWs, or playback might be restricted.
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CD text cannot be displayed for CDs played from an external CD changer.
Overview
Fig. 22
External CD changer in the front passenger sidestorage compartment or in the front centre armrest.
37Settings menusSettings menusSound settings (SOUND)
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
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Safety notes ⇒ page 4
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Unit overview ⇒ page 6
Configuring the sound and volume settings
Fig. 24
Sound settings.
Changing sound settings
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Press the SOUND ⇒ Fig. 1 unit button from any menu.
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Press one of the function buttons at the bottom to open the correspond-ing settings menu ⇒ Fig. 24.
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Turn the setting knob ⇒ Fig. 1
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or briefly press one of the rockerswitches
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or
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to the right or left to alter the current setting.
Overview of sound settingsFunction button: SettingTREBLE: TrebleMIDDLE: Mid-rangeBASS: BassBALANCE: Volume distribution between right and left.FADER: Volume distribution between front and rear.CANCEL or EXIT: Closes the menu. Changes are applied automatically.