Introduction
Introduction Before using the unit for the first timeBefore using the unit for the first time, carry out
the following steps. This will enable you to use
the unit safely and make full use of the func-
tions it provides:
Observe the basic safety notes
››› page 3.
Familiarise yourself with the unit overview
››› page 5.
Use suitable data media for Media mode
››› page 14. Safety notes
WARNING
Distracting the driver in any way can lead to
an accident and cause injuries. Operating the
infotainment system while driving can dis-
tract your attention from the traffic.
● Always drive carefully and responsibly.
● Select volume settings that allow you to
easily hear signals from outside the vehicle
at all times (e.g. emergency service sirens).
● If you set the volume excessively high you
may suffer damage to your ears. This can also
happen if you are exposed to an excessively
high volume even for a short time. WARNING
The volume level may suddenly change when
you switch audio source or connect a new au-
dio source.
● Reduce the base volume before switching
audio source or connecting a new audio
source ››› page 6. WARNING
Connecting, inserting or removing a data me-
dium while driving can distract your attention
from the traffic and cause an accident. WARNING
Connecting leads for external devices may
obstruct the driver.
● Arrange the connecting leads so that they
do not obstruct the driver. WARNING
External devices that are placed loose in the
vehicle or not properly secured could be flung
though the interior during a sudden driving
or braking manoeuvre, or in the event of an
accident.
● Never, for any reason, fit the external units
on the doors, on the windscreen, on or near
the area marked “AIRBAG” on the steering
wheel, on the dash panel, on the seat backr-
ests or between these areas and the passen-
gers. These units may cause serious injury in the event of an accident, especially if the air-
bag is activated.
WARNING
The centre armrest may obstruct the driver's
arm movements, which could cause an acci-
dent and severe injuries.
● Always keep the armrest closed while the
vehicle is in motion. WARNING
Opening a CD player's housing may lead to
injuries from invisible laser radiation.
● Only have CD players repaired by a special-
ised workshop. Note
Not inserting the data medium correctly, or
inserting unsuitable data media, may damage
the unit. ● When inserting the memory card, make
sure it is in the correct position ››› page 18
● If you push too hard, you could damage the
lock on the memory card slot.
● Only use suitable memory cards.
● When inserting and removing CDs, always
hold them at right angles to the front of the
unit. Inserting or removing them at an angle
to the drive may lead to scratching
››› page 18.
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Introduction
Setting knob : The function of this knob
depend s
on the mode that is currently ac-
tive.
CD slot*
››› page 18.
Memory card slot .
General operating information Introduction Note
● Lightly pressing the buttons or briefly
pressing the touchscreen is sufficient to op-
erate the unit.
● It is possible that not all the functions and
function buttons are available as the software
of the unit responds to the specific character-
istics of each market. A missing function but-
ton on the screen is not the result of an error
in the unit.
● 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 inside the vehicle
can cause noise in the speakers.
● There may be restrictions on the use of
Bluetooth devices in some countries. Infor-
mation is available from the local authorities.
● In some vehicles equipped with a parking
distance warning system, the volume of the 4
5
6 audio source is automatically lowered when
the gear is engaged.
● If the steering wheel has a voice control
button , it will not work in this radio mod-
el, so it has no function in relation to the ra-
dio. Rotary knobs and buttons
Rotary knobs
The left rotary knob
››› Fig. 1 1 is is used as
the volume control or the on/off button.
The right-hand rotary knob ››› Fig. 1 4 is
used as the setting knob.
Infotainment buttons
In these instructions, the unit buttons are de-
picted by the word “infotainment button”
and their function is shown inside a rectan-
gle (for example: MEDIA infotainment button
››› Fig. 1 .
The inf ot
ainment buttons are operated by
pressing them or holding them down.
Switching on and off To switch the unit on or off manually, briefly
press the rotary knob
››› Fig. 1 1 .When the unit is switched on the system
starts up. The last active audio source will be
played with the volume set, as long this does
not exceed the maximum, predefined switch-
on volume
››› page 37.
The unit will switch off automatically when
the vehicle key is removed. If you turn the
unit back on after the engine has been
switched off, it will turn off automatically af-
ter approximately 30 minutes (delayed
switch-off). Note
● The unit is linked to the vehicle. It cannot
be used in any other vehicle.
● If only the battery has been disconnected
from the vehicle, the vehicle must be started
before turning the unit back on. Adjusting the base volumeFunctionAction
Increase
the vol-
ume.Turn the volume control clockwise or
scroll the thumbwheel upwards on the
multifunction steering wheel ››› Book-
let Instruction Manual.
Lower the
volume.Turn the volume control anticlockwise
or scroll the thumbwheel downwards on the multifunction steering wheel. 6
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About this manual
This manual contains a description of the
equipment supplied with the vehicle at the
time this manual was published. Some of the
units described herein will not be available
until a later date or are only available in cer -
tain markets.
Because this is a general manual for the
ALTEA range, some of the equipment and
functions that are described in this manual
are not included in all types or variants of the
model; they may vary or be modi ed depend -
ing on the technical requirements and on the
market; this is in no way deceptive advertis-
ing.
The illustrations are intended as a general
guide and may vary from the equipment tted
in your vehicle in some details.
The steering indications (left, right, forward,
reverse) appearing in this manual refer to the
normal driving movements of the vehicle ex -
cept when otherwise indicated.
* The equipment marked with an aster -
isk* is tted as standard only in certain
versions, and is only supplied as op -
tional extras for some versions, or are
only offered in certain countries. ®
All registered marks are indicated with
®. Although the copyright symbol does
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WARNING
Texts preceded by this symbol contain infor -
mation on safety. They warn you about possi -
ble dangers of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Texts with this symbol draw your attention to
potential sources of damage to your vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
Texts preceded by this symbol contain rele-
vant information concerning environmental
protection.
Note
Texts preceded by this symbol contain additio -
nal information.
This manual is divided into ve large parts,
which are:
1. Safety
2. Operation
3. Tips
4. Technical data
5. Alphabetical index
At the end of this manual, there is a detailed
alphabetical index that will help you quickly
nd the information you require.