2013 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Owners Manual

Data media Conditions for playback
Audio files Video files
i Audio CDs (up to 80 min).
i Standard video DVD and DVD-
compatible DVD audio.
i CD-ROM-, CD-R-, CD-RW audio
data CD up to max. 700 MB
(Megabyte) in the data system ISO
9660 Level 1 and 2, Joliet or UDF
1.02, 1.5, 2.01, 2.5
i DVD+/-R/RW up to 4.7 GB and
dual layer DVDs up to 8.5 GB in the
Joliet file system (single-session
only); UDF.
Þ SDHC memory CARds up
to 32 GB. Þ SD- and MMC memory
CARds in the data system FAT12,
FAT16, FAT32 or VFAT up to
max. 2 GB (Gigabyte) and SDHC
memory CARds up to max. 32 GB.
– Digital audio specification
!.
– Bit rates from 160 kbit/s
(recommended) up to
320 kbit/s and 48 kHz
sampling frequency.
– Format: MPEG layers 1, 2,
and 3 (.MP3).
– Format: .Windows Media
Audio 8 and 9 (.wma, .asf).
– Format: MPEG layers 2
and 4 (.m4a, .m4b, .mp4,
.aac).
– Bit rates up to 2000 kbit/s.
– Maximum resolution
720 x 576 pixel.
– Format: MPEG layers 1 and -
2 (.mpg, .mpeg).
– Format: ISO-MPEG4; DivX 3,
4 and 5 Xvid (.avi).
– Format: ISO-MPEG4 H.264
(.mp4, .m4v, .mov).
– Format: Windows Media
Video 9 (.wmv, .asf).
– Playlists supported in formats M3U, PLS and WPL (not
supported by the media center (HDD)).
– Limit of 4 partitions.
– On DVD limit of 1000 files per medium and directory.
– On memory CARds limit of 4000 files and limit of 1000 files
per directory.
– Limit of 3000 files in the media center (HDD).

Requirements for using external data media via the MEDIA-IN multimedia jack .
Restrictions and notes
Windows Media Audio 9 Voice, Lossless and Professional as well as DRM-protected files are not
supported. Other data media with copy protection and multi-session CDs and DVDs can sometimes
not be played back or only with limitations.
Dirt, high temperatures and mechanical damage can render a data medium unusable. Please observe
data medium manufacturer information.
Quality differences between data media of different manufacturers can cause problems during
playback.
The data medium configuration or the devices or programs used for recording can cause individual
tracks or data medium to be unreadable. Information can be found on the Internet on the best ways to
create audio files, video files and data media (compression rate, ID3 tag etc.).
Due to the larger quantity of data, it takes longer to read a data medium containing compressed audio
files (such as MP3, WMA) than a “normal” audio CD. Complex directory structures can also the delay
the reading process. If possible, only use data media with readable audio and video files.
Play lists only define a certain playback sequence. Play lists do not save any files. Play lists cannot
be played if the files on the data medium are not saved in the location to which the play list is referring
(relative data path). Play lists cannot be copied to the media center (HDD).
.NOTICE
Do not use memory CARd adapters.
.No liability can be accepted for damaged or lost files on the data media.

Inserting or removing data media

Fig. 143 Data media slots in glove compartment.

.WARNING
Inserting data media when the vehicle is moving can distract you from the road and lead to
accidents. Always keep the storage compartment closed when the vehicle is moving.
.NOTICE
The memory CARd slot's locking mechanism and the memory CARd can be damaged by
incorrect insertion of a memory CARd or by inserting a incompatible memory CARd!
x When inserting a CARd, make sure it is correctly positioned.
x Excessive pressure can destroy the locking mechanism in the memory CARd slot.
x Only use suitable memory CARds .
.If you insert a number of different CDs and DVDs and receive the message Drive error
every time, contact a qualified workshop.
Loading external DVD changer

.NOTICE
Only insert or remove CDs or DVDs if the LEDs on the DVD slot are flashing green.
.NOTICE
Before closing the side compartment in the luggage compartment, check whether the CD or
DVD has been drawn in or removed completely. The DVD changer or the data medium might
otherwise be damaged.
.Playlists in the format cannot be played in the external DVD changer.
Open MEDIA main menu

Fig. 144 MEDIA main menu: Audio menu.

Fig. 145 MEDIA main menu: Video DVD menu.

When the system is switched over to play a standard video DVD, the MEDIA main menu is opened
automatically as a Video DVD menu
Other video sources (such as AVI films) are played back like audio files only via the Audio menu .
Starting media mode
x Press the MEDIA Infotainment button ⇒ fig. 123.
Playback of the last media source played is continued if the data medium is still available in the
Infotainment System.
Depending on the selected media source, the MEDIA main menu is opened as an Audio menu or
Video menu ⇒ fig. 145.
If no media source is available, the MEDIA main menu cannot be opened.
Changing the media source

Fig. 146 MEDIA main menu with display of currently playing and available media sources.

BT: Bluetooth audio transmission
.WARNING
The volume may suddenly get louder when you switch media source or connect a new audio
source.
x Always lower the base volume before switching media source or connecting a new audio
source.
.NOTICE
Excessively loud or distorted playback can damage the vehicle speakers.
Track or chapter selection in audio and video menu

Media mode (audio):

Files, folders and playlists on a data medium are sorted by name in alphanumerical order.
The illustration shows a typical audio data CD that contains tracks b, folders a and sub folders
⇒ fig. 147.
The tracks are played back as follows:
1. Tracks (1) and (2) in the CD's root directory
2. Track (3) and (4) in the first directory F1 in the root directory of the CD.
3. Track (5) in the first subdirectory F1.1 of the directory F1
4. Track (6) in the first subdirectory F1.1.1 of the subdirectory F1.1
5. Track (7) in the second subdirectory F1.2 of the directory F1
6. Track (8) and (9) in the second directory F2
Play lists ´ are treated like directories in the playback sequence.
.WARNING
Driving on today’s roads demands the full attention of the driver at all times. Driver
distraction causes accidents, collisions and serious personal injury!
x Never let yourself be distracted when setting, adjusting, or using the Infotainment System,
when using your cell phone, or when operating the cell phone controls.
x Always drive attentively and responsibly. Use the Infotainment system, your cell phone,
and the cell phone controls only if road, traffic, and weather conditions permit and you will
not be distracted from your driving.
x If you cannot use the Infotainment System, your cell phone, or the cell phone controls
safely while driving, wait until later or find a safe spot where you can pull off the road and
park the vehicle.
x Always set sound volume levels so that you can clearly hear horns, sirens, and other
warning sounds outside the vehicle.
.Compressed video files (Podcasts, AVI) on a data medium are treated like audio files when
played back.
.Play lists are not automatically played, they must be specifically selected via the menu for track
selection.
Playback of video files in the Audio menu
.