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126External devicesExternal devicesGeneral information...................126
Playing audio ............................. 128General information
An AUX, USB and SD card socket for
the connection of external devices is
located underneath the armrest in the centre console. Find a detailed
description on lifting the armrest in the
Owner's manual.
Notice
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
AUX input It is possible to connect e.g. an iPod,
a Smartphone or another auxiliary
device to the AUX input.
When connected to the AUX input, the audio signal of the auxiliary device
is transmitted via the speakers of the
Infotainment system.
The volume and the tone settings can be adjusted via the Infotainment
system. All other control functions
need to be operated via the auxiliary
device.
Connecting/disconnecting a device
To connect the auxiliary device to the
AUX input socket of the Infotainment
system, use the following cable:
3-pole for audio source.
To disconnect the AUX device, select
another function and then remove the AUX device.
AUX audio function
The Infotainment system can play
music files contained in auxiliary
devices, e.g. iPod or Smartphone.
USB port
An MP3 player, USB drive, iPod or
Smartphone can be connected to the USB port.
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When connected to the USB port, thedevices mentioned above can be
operated via the controls and menus
of the Infotainment system.
Notice
Not all MP3 player, USB drive, iPod
models or Smartphones are
supported by the Infotainment
system.
Connecting/disconnecting a device
Connect the USB device or iPod to
the USB port. For the iPod, use the
appropriate connection cable. The
music function starts automatically.
Notice
If a non-readable USB device or
iPod is connected, a corresponding
error message will appear and the
Infotainment system will
automatically switch to the previous
function.
To disconnect the USB device or
iPod, select another function and then
remove the USB storage device.Caution
Avoid disconnecting the device
during playback. This may
damage the device or the
Infotainment system.
USB audio function
The Infotainment system can play music files contained in USB storage
devices or iPod/iPhone products.
SD card
An SD card may be inserted in the SD
card slot.
When inserted, the SD card can be
operated via the controls and menus
of the Infotainment system.
Notice
Not all SD card types are supported
by the Infotainment system.
Inserting/removing an SD cardCaution
Never attempt to use an SD card
that has been cracked, deformed
or repaired using adhesive tape.
Doing so may damage the
equipment.
Insert the SD card in the SD card slot
as shown below. The music function
starts automatically.
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128External devices
Notice
If a non-readable SD card is
connected, a corresponding error
message will appear and the
Infotainment system will
automatically switch to the previous
function.
To remove the SD card, first activate
another function. Then, gently push
the SD card deeper into the slot. The
SD card is pushed out of the slot and
may be removed.Caution
Avoid disconnecting the device
during playback. This may
damage the device or the
Infotainment system.
SD audio function
The Infotainment system can play music files stored on the SD card.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth enabled audio sources
(e.g. music mobile phones, MP3
players featuring Bluetooth, etc.),
which support the Bluetooth music
profiles A2DP and AVRCP can be
connected wirelessly to the
Infotainment system.
Connecting a device
Find a detailed description on the
Bluetooth connection 3 131.
Bluetooth audio function
The Infotainment system can play music files contained in Bluetooth
devices like iPod or Smartphone.
File formats
Only devices formatted in the FAT32,
NTFS and HFS+ file systems are
supported.
Notice
Some files may not be played
properly. This might be due to a
different recording format or the
condition of the file.Files from online shops to which
Digital Rights Management (DRM)
has been applied cannot be played.
The Infotainment system can play the following audio files stored on
external devices.
Audio files
The playable audio file formats
are .mp3, .wma, .aac, .m4a and .aif.
When playing a file with ID3 tag
information, the Infotainment system
can display information, e.g. on the track title and artist.
Playing audio
Starting playback Connect the device 3 126.
Repeatedly press the MEDIA button
to activate the desired media source.
Example: USB main menu.
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140IndexAActivating AUX............................ 128
Activating Bluetooth music .........128
Activating CD player ...................124
Activating radio ........................... 117
Activating SD card ......................128
Activating the Infotainment system ..................................... 109
Activating the phone portal .........134
Activating USB............................ 128
Audio files ................................... 126
Auto Set ...................................... 114
Auto volume control ....................113
AUX ............................................ 126
B BACK button ............................... 111
Balance....................................... 112
Basic operation ........................... 111
Five-way-controller ..................111
Instrument panel .....................111
Bass............................................ 112
Bluetooth connection ..................131
Bluetooth music .......................... 126
C Category list................................ 117
CD player.................................... 123
Clock display .............................. 114Control elements
Infotainment system ................106
Steering wheel ........................ 106
Control elements overview .........106
D DAB ............................................ 121
DAB linking ................................. 121
Digital audio broadcasting ..........121
E Emergency call ........................... 133
EQ .............................................. 112
Equaliser..................................... 112
F
Fader .......................................... 112
Favourite lists ............................. 118
Retrieving stations................... 118
Storing stations .......................118
File formats Audio files................................ 126
Five-way-controller .....................111
Forgotten PIN ............................. 114
Frequency list ............................. 117
G General information ....123, 126, 130
AUX ......................................... 126
Bluetooth music....................... 126
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