2013 SKODA OCTAVIA audio

Media
Operation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
28
Title-/Folder list
29
Playback
29
Media settings
29
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .
The device allows you to play audio files in various formats » page 30 and to
connect different source types.
When the source has been connected, the device starts to automatically play au- dio files in alphabetical order.
Types of device operation » page 8 .
› The device via the controls.
› Via the function keys in the device screen
› Via the Maxi DOT display.
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Main menu
Fig. 16
Media: Main menu
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 28.
Call up the main menu
›
Press the button
MEDIA.
Explanation of graphic Information for the current file (e.g. artist, track title)Selected audio source/display of cover art provided that this exists in the file
being played (ID3 tag)
Display of the playing time / remaining time and the playing time axis, move-
ment within the track (file) is possible by moving the slider or touching the
desired location on the time axis
Selection of the signal source
Track/folder list
Media settings » page 29
Select signal source
The function key menu
D
» Fig. 16 .
CD - Changes to an inserted CD » page 31
SD card 1 - Changes to a memory card inserted in SD 1 » page 32
SD card 2 - Changes to a memory card inserted in SD 2 » page 32
USB - Changes to a data medium connected to the USB input » page 33
AUX - Changes to an external source connected to the AUX input » page 33
iPod - Changes to an iPod (iPhone, iPad) connected to the MEDIA IN in-
put » page 34
BT audio - Changes to a Bluetooth ®
player » page 31
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Title-/Folder listFig. 17
Track/folder list
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 28.
Menu display
›
The function key  .
Explanation of graphic Displays the folder structure, function keys of higher-level folders
Function keys for playback from the audio source » table on page 29
Track currently playing
Note
Max. 1000 alphabetized files / folders are displayed in the folder list.
Playback
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 28.
The unit plays the files in alphabetical order.
Description of the playback function keys
ButtonActionFunction /PressPlay / PausePress briefly a)Plays the previous track from the startPress brieflyb)Plays the current track from the startABCButtonActionFunctionPress button for a
long period of time c)Fast-reverse of the trackPress brieflyPlays the next track from the startPress button for a
long period of time c)Fast-forward of the track

Press onceSwitch on track repeat
Press twiceSwitch on the repetition of the entire fold-
er / source Press three timesSwitch off the repetitionPressSwitch the random playback of the folder
on/off / source (mix mode)Press onceAutomatic play from the folder / sourcePress twiceSwitch function off. a)
Within 3 seconds after the start of the track playback.
b)
3 seconds after the start of playback of the track.
c)
The longer the button is pressed, the faster the fast forward/reverse.
Scan function
The Scan function can be started/stopped in the media main menu by pressing
button
2
» Fig. 1 on page 5.
The Scan function can also be cancelled by switching to another file/signal source
or by pressing one of the playback function keys.
Note
The function keys listed in the table are different depending on the currently se-
lected menu screen.
Media settings
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 28.
›
Press the MEDIA button
→ 
.
■ Sound - Sound setup » page 19, Sound settings
■ Mix/repeat/scan including subfolders - Switches title playback on/off in follow-
ing modes (Shuffle / Repeat / Scan) including subfolders in the current folder 
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■Bluetooth - Settings for the Bluetooth ®
function » page 21
■ Video (iPod) - Parameter settings for a video played by an Apple device (bright-
ness, colour, contrast, format, standard) » page 34
■ Traffic programme (TP) - Switches traffic programme on/off
■ External AUX device - Activate/deactivate the input of the external AUX audio
source
■ Remove safely - Safe removal / disconnection of SD memory card / USB device
■ SD card 1
■ SD card 2
■ USB 1
Signal sources
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Supported sources and file formats
30
Requirements and restrictions
31
Bluetooth ®
player
31
CD
31
SD memory card
32
USB-, AUX-inputs
33
MEDIA IN input
34
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .
WARNING■
Never place signal sources close to airbags. Loose objects could hit a de-
ployed airbag and injure occupants – danger of death!■
Never place signal sources on the dashboard. Loose objects can be thrown
forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure
the occupants or other road users.
■
Do not have signal sources in your hand or on your knees while driving.
Loose objects can be thrown forward during a sudden manoeuvre or in case of an accident and can injure the occupants or other road users.
■
Always route the connection cable of the external signal source such that
does not restrict you when driving.
CAUTIONWe recommend that you do not save any important data on CD media, Bluetooth ® players, to a SD memory card or connected external signal sources. The ŠKODA
Partner is not responsible for losses resulting from the loss of data stored on
these media.
Note
In some signal sources you can change the output level.
Supported sources and file formats
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 30.
Supported audio signal sources
SD memory cardSD, SDHC, SDXCCD driveAudio CD (up to 80 min), CD-R and CD-RW (with a capacity
of up to 700 MB)USB devicesUSB stick, USB MP3 player, HDD (without special software)Specifications for USB devices:USB 1.x and 2.x or higher, supported by USB 2.x (the speed
of data transmission then corresponds to the maximum speed of USB 2.x)
Max. speed of 480 Mb/sSpecification Bluetooth ®
playerBluetooth protocolsA2DPand AVRCP (1.0 - 1.3)Other external sourcesPortable player (e.g., iPod ®
, iPad ®
, iPhone ®
, MTP player
(MSC))
Formats of audio files
File system
SD memory cardFAT16, VFAT, FAT32, exFAT, NTFSUSB stick:FAT16, VFAT, FAT32, exFatCDISO9660, Joliet (Level 1,2,3), UDF 1.x, UDF 2.x 30Audio

Codec type
(File formats)MPEG-1/2 (Layer-3)Windows
Media Audio
7, 8, 9 and 10MPEG-2/4FLAC, WAW, OGGFile suffixmp3wmaasfm4a
m4b aacflac
wav oggPlaylistsm3u, pls, wpl, m3u8; asxFile
propertiesBitratemax. 320 kb/sSampling ratemax. 48 kHzAlbum covers
(Pictures on the album covers)Image resolution up to 500x500 pixels (200 kb) (jpg, jpeg,png, bmp, gif), depending on the availability of album coversare displayed on the respective media
Note
At the time of publication, the device has been tested with most products and
media available in the various markets. However, it is possible that some devices, media or files will be unreadable or unplayable.
Requirements and restrictions
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 30.
› The name of the artist, the album and the title of the file being played can be
displayed if the information is available as an ID3 tag. If no ID3 tag is available,
only the folder name is displayed.
› To ensure good playback, we recommend you use compressed MP3 files with a
bit rate of at least 160 kb / s.
› For audio files with variable bitrates, the indicated remaining playback time
does not correspond to the actual remaining playback time.
› Files that are protected by Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology cannot
be played back by the device.
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Bluetooth ®
player
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 30.
The device makes a wireless connection (coupling) to the Bluetooth ®
player pos-
sible.
› Follow the same instructions as for the coupling of the device with a
phone » page 38 .
Note
■
We recommend adjusting the volume on the portable player to the maximum
level.■
The volume can also be adjusted by setting the input sensitivity of the device
for the Bluetooth ®
player » page 19 , Sound settings .
■
The media functions supported depend on the Bluetooth ®
player concerned.
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CD
Fig. 18
CD slot
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 30.
The CD slot is located in the glove box on the front passenger side.
Inserting/ejecting a CD
›
Insert a CD into the CD slot with the label facing up until it is automatically
drawn in. Playback starts automatically.
›
Press the symbol button 
– the CD is ejected. 
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If the ejected disc is not taken out within 10 seconds, it will be retracted again forsafety reasons. However, the unit will not change to the CD source.WARNING■ The CD/DVD player is a laser product.■On the manufacturing date, this unit was classified as a class 1 laser product
in accordance with the national/international standards DIN EN 60825-1:
2008-05 and DHHS Rules 21 CFR, sub-chapter J The laser used in this class 1
laser product is so weak that there is no risk of danger when operated cor-
rectly.■
This product is designed so that the laser is restricted to the inside of the
unit. However, the installed laser could be classified in a higher class were the
housing to be removed. For this reason, never remove the housing of the unit.
CAUTION
■ Be sure to wait until the CD has been fully ejected before you try to insert a new
CD. Otherwise you can damage the drive inside the unit.■
Insert into the CD drive only original audio CDs or standard CD-R and CD-RW
discs.
■
Do not stick anything to the CD!
■
Outside temperatures that are either too high or too low might cause the unit
to be temporarily unavailable. The unit switches to the last active menu.
Note
■ After pressing the symbol button  it takes a few seconds for the CD to be ejec-
ted.■
Poor or unpaved road surfaces and severe vibrations may cause the CD to jump.
■
The device may be affected by damp (condensation) in cold or humid conditions.
This can lead to playback jumps or impair the play function. Wait until the mois-
ture has evaporated if this happens.
■
If the CD is physically damaged, is not readable or is inserted incorrectly, the fol-
lowing message is displayed: Error: CD. Check the CD and insert properly into the
drive.
■
It is possible under certain circumstances that copyright-protected CDs and
home-burnt CDs will not be played back at all or only in a limited way.
■
The national copyright laws that apply in your country must be observed.
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SD memory cardFig. 19
SD memory card slots
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 30.
The device makes it possible to play audio files from the SD memory card.
The SD memory card slots are located in the storage compartment on the front
passenger side.
Insert the SD memory card
›
Push the SD memory card into the SD memory card slot with the cut-off edge to
the front right until it “locks into place”. Playback starts automatically.
Remove the SD memory card
Depending on equipment fitted:
›
Press SETUP
→ Remove SD card 1 safely or Remove SD card 2 safely .
›
Press the inserted SD memory card. The SD memory “card” is ejected to the out-
put position.
SD memory card empty or data not readable
If a SD memory card is inserted on which no data or no readable data is stored,
nothing is played back from the SD memory card.
Due to differing quality requirements from different card manufacturers, it is not
always possible to guarantee the playback from SD memory cards.
Some files on the SD memory card or SD memory cards cannot be reproduced or their reproduction may be limited. 
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CAUTION■Only use SD cards in standard size. When using smaller SD card with the adapt-
er the SD memory card can fall out while driving the vehicle due to vibrations
from the adapter.■
We recommend using class 4 SD memory cards and higher. This guarantees the
fastest possible access to the audio files.
■
Always store the SD cards in suitable cases to protect them from dirt, dust and
other forms of damage.
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USB-, AUX-inputs
Fig. 20
USB and AUX inputs
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 30.
The device allows you to play audio files from USB storage devices, as well as ex-
ternal devices connected to the analogue AUX input.
The USBand AUXinputs are located above the storage compartment at the front
of the centre console » Fig. 20.
A data carrier or system can be connected to the USB or AUX inputs either direct-
ly or through a connection cable from the ŠKODA range of original accessories.
AUX input
External audio sources connected to the AUX input cannot be operated from your
device.
The standard 3.5 mm jack plug is used for the AUXinput. If the external audio source does not have this jack plug, you must use an adapter.
It is also possible to adjust the input sensitivity setting on the AUX input depend-
ing on the source connected » page 19, Sound settings .
USB input
External audio sources connected to the USB input cannot be operated from
your 1)
device.
Proceed as follows before removing the USB device:›
Press the MENU button
→  → Remove USB device safely .
Do not use USB extension cables or adapters. This can impair the functioning of
the connected signal source.
USB hubs are not supported.
CAUTION
The AUX input must only be used for audio sources!
Note
■ If an external audio source is connected to the AUXinput, which is equipped
with an adapter for external power supply, the sound may be impaired. This de-
pends on the quality of the adapter which is used.1)
Some options for the control of an external device may not be supported.
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MEDIA IN inputFig. 21
MEDIA IN input
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 30.
The device allows you to play audio and video files from an external, device con-
nected to the MEDIA-IN input.
External sources, e.g. Apple devices, which are connected to the MEDIA IN input
can be operated via the device.
Extension cables to connect external sources are available from ŠKODA original
accessories.
Sort tracks from a connected Apple device
› Video
(only available if a red-marked adapter is used) - Video playlists, films,
music videos, TV shows, video podcasts, rented films.
› Music
- Playlists, artists, albums, tracks, podcasts, genres, composers, audio
books.
Video setup › Press the
MEDIA
button
→ 
→ Video (iPod) button.
■ Screen – Adjust the brightness, contrast, and colour of the video (standard op-
tion for colour adjustment during playback in NTSC)
■ Format: - Set the screen width/height ratio
■
AV standard: 1)
- Video standard settings
■ Automatic - Automatic selection of the standard
■ PAL - Select the coding standard for the PAL colour signal (phase alternating
line)
■ NTSC - Select the coding standard of the NTSC color signal
Note
■
Some control options for the Apple device, such as the rating of songs or the
assignment of the title of an “on-the-go” playlists are not supported.■
Some control options for the Apple device or the video playback are supported
only by using a red-marked extension lead.
■
The volume of the device connected can also be adjusted by setting the input
sensitivity for the MEDIA IN input » page 19, Sound settings .
■
For safety reasons, the video display is switched off at speeds over 5 km/h. The
unit continues to play the soundtrack.
■
After switching the ignition off and on again, the video playback will not be re-
stored from an Apple device.
1)
The same standard must be selected in the external source. An incorrectly adjusted AV standard can
result in inadequate playback quality. The unit outputs no picture at all, or only renders it in black and
white.
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ButtonMeaningDisplay the automatic map scale

Switch auto-zoom on/off during route guidance. Active auto-
zoom is indicated by a green symbol. If Autozoom is active, the
map scale will change automatically, depending on the driven route (motorway trip: large map scale - city: small map scale)a)
To display the elevation, the signal of at least five satellites must be received. Also, the route guid-
ance must not be running in demo mode.
Switch off auto-zoom by touching  →  or by changing the map scale. Touch
 again (function key highlighted in green) to switch on auto-zoom. Autozoom
can also be switched on/off in the navigation settings » page 47
Auto-zoom is only functional when the map is aligned with the vehicle position
(the function key with symbol 
is not displayed).
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Traffic signs
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 48.
The traffic sign display can be switched on in the unit screen » page 47.
The system provides the option of displaying the traffic signs
B
» Fig. 28 on
page 49on the screen which are stored in the navigation data of the maps.
If the Traffic signs split screen is not switched on, only one traffic sign is dis-
played on the unit screen.
Switching on the traffic sign display function » page 47.
Only one traffic sign is displayed without the additional signs in the screen out-
side the split screen » page 52.
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Extra window

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Menus in extra window
50
Audio
51Compass51Manoeuvre52
Traffic signs
52
GPS
53
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .

Menus in extra window
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 50.
Depending on the context of the selected menus, additional information is dis-
played in the split screen.
Switching on
›
In the navigation main menu, press NAV
or
›
In the Navigation main menu, press .

→ Split screen .
The last opened split screen is displayed.
Switching off
›
In the navigation main menu, press NAV
or
›
in the split screen on

or
›
In the Navigation main menu, press . 
→ Split screen .
Menus in the split screen
■ Audio - Playback operation of the currently selected audio source » page 51
■ Compass - Display the current vehicle location in relation to the compass direc-
tions » page 51
■ Manoeuv. - Display of the next or following navigation announcement (manoeu-
vre) » page 52
■ Traffic - Display of traffic signs which are stored in the navigation data of the
maps » page 52
■ GPS - Display of the geographical coordinates of the current vehicle loca-
tion » page 53
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