2015 Seat Leon 5D USB

Audio and Media Mode
will find the necessary software and
inf orm
ation on the Int
ernet.
Take into account all other instructions and
limitations regarding requirements for media
sources ››› page 24.
iPod™, iPad™ and iPhone™
Depending on the country and the equip-
ment, iPods™, iPads™ or iPhones™ can be
connected using the device's USB cable to
the USB port  of the vehicle and used as
audio sources.
After connecting an iPod™, iPad™ or
iPhone™, the specific list views of the iPod
are displayed in the upper selection level
( Playlists ,  Artists ,  Albums ,
 Tracks ,  Podcasts etc.). Possible error messages after connecting an
extern
al data storage device 1)
The device is not compatible
CauseProcedure
The external data carri-
er cannot be played or
communication is not
possible with the
adapter cable being
used.Check the connection and
make sure the external data
medium is working correctly.
If possible, update the data
storage device software.
The device does not work
CauseProcedure
Communication fault.Check the connection and
make sure the external data
medium is working correctly. Disconnecting
An
y
c

onnected data storage devices must be
prepared before their disconnection in order
to remove them.
● From the main Media menu, press the
SETUP button to open the Media Settings
menu or pr e
s

s the Infotainment MENU buttonand then press
Settin
g
s to open the System
settings menu.
● Press the R
emo
v
e safely function button. A
dr opdo
wn menu ap
pears with three options:
SD Card1, SD Card 2 and USB. After correctly
ejecting the data storage device from the sys-
tem, the function button becomes inactive
(grey colour).
● Now the data storage device can be discon-
nected. Note
● Do not c onnect

an external media player at
the same time to play music via Bluetooth ®
and via the USB port  with the Infotain-
ment system, as this could cause playback
limitations.
● If the external player is an Apple device™,
it cannot
be simultaneously connected by
USB and by Bluetooth.
● If a connected device is not recognised, dis-
connect a
ll the connected devices and try
connecting the device again.
● Do not use memory card adaptors, USB ex-
tens
ion cords or USB hubs! 1)
Due to the large number of different data storage
devic e

s and various iPod™, iPad™ and iPhone™
generations available, it is not possible to guarantee
fault-free operation of all functions described here.
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Audio and Media Mode
Conditions
● The Bluetooth ®
audio sour c
e mu st support
the A2DP Bluetooth ®
profile.
● In the Bluetooth settings menu, the
 Bluetooth Audio (A2DP/AVRCP) function must
be activ at
ed ›

›› page 61.
Starting Bluetooth ®
audio transfer
● Activate Bluetooth ®
vis
ibility on the exter-
nal Bluetooth ®
audio source (e.g., mobile tel-
ephone).
● Lower the base volume on the Infotainment
syst
em.
● Press the Infotainment MEDIA button.
● Press the SOURC
E function button and then
sel ect
B

T audio .
● Press Find new dev
ic
e in order to connect an
e xt
ern

al Bluetooth ®
audio source for the first
time ››› page 53.
● OR: Select a Bluetooth ®
ext
ernal audio
source from the list.
● Please refer to the instructions on the
scr
een of the Infotainment system and on the
Bluetooth ®
audio source regarding the rest
of the procedure.
You may still need to manually start playback
on the Bluetooth ®
source.
When playback on the Bluetooth ®
audio
source is stopped, the Infotainment system
remains in Bluetooth ®
Audio mode. Controlling playback
The extent

to which the Bluetooth ®
audio
source can be controlled via the Infotainment
system depends on the connected Blue-
tooth ®
audio source.
The available functions will depend on the
Bluetooth ®
Audio profile that the connected
external player supports.
With media players that support the AVRCP
Bluetooth ®
profile, playback on the Blue-
tooth ®
audio source can be automatically
started or stopped when the unit is switched
to Bluetooth ®
Audio mode or to a different
audio source. In addition, it is possible to
view or change the track via the Infotainment
system. Note
● Due t o the l

arge number of possible Blue-
tooth ®
audio sources, it is not possible to
guarantee fault-free operation of all descri-
bed functions.
● Always switch off the warning and service
tones
on a connected Bluetooth ®
audio
source, e.g. key tones on a mobile telephone,
to prevent possible interference noise and
malfunctions.
● Do not connect an external media player to
pla
y music via Bluetooth ®
and via the USB
port ››› page 31 at the same time with the
Infotainment system, as this could cause
playback limitations. ●
If the e xt

ernal player is an Apple device™,
it cannot be simultaneously connected by
USB and by Bluetooth. Media settings
●
Select the MEDIA main menu b y
pressing
the Infotainment MEDIA button.
● Press the SETUP function button to open
the Media Settings menu.
Function button: function
Sound: Sound settings ››› page 73. 
Mix/Repeat including subfolders: Subfolders will be inclu-
ded in the selected playback mode ››› page 23.
Bluetooth: Bluetooth ®
settings ››› page 61
Remove safely: In order to prepare the external data stor-
age devices for their removal or disconnection. See also
››› page 31, Insert or eject a memory card and
››› page 31, External data storage device connected to
USB port
. 
Traffic Program (TP): The TP function (traffic news station
tracking) is active ››› page 21. 
External AUX device: Enable/disable AUX-IN socket.
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Full Link™*
Full Link™* F u
l
l Link™ technology descrip-
tion
Introduction 

›› ›

table on page 2
The Full Link™ system has a context that
groups those technologies that allow com-
munication between the Infotainment Sys-
tems and mobile devices:
● MirrorLink™
● Android Auto™
● Apple CarPlay™
Data tr an

sfer
This communication can allow data (media,
navigation, radio, audio and vehicle data) to
be read and/or written.
From the SETUP menu,
A ctiv
at

e data transfer for SEAT apps , there is a
c hec
k
box to activate/deactivate the function,
and a dropdown menu called Use apps to operate which controls the level of
int er
action betw

een the Apps and the System
››› table on page 72: Deactivate, Confirm,
and Allow. Interfaces
The connection to F

ull Link™ is done with a
USB interface. WARNING
If a mobile terminal is not secured or is incor-
rectly sec

ured in the vehicle, it could move
around the passenger compartment in the
event of a sudden driving manoeuvre, emer-
gency stop or accident, resulting in injury.
● While driving, mobile terminals must be se-
curely
fastened in position, outside the air-
bag deployment zones, or safely stowed
away. WARNING
Any applications that are not suitable or exe-
cut e inc

orrectly may cause damage to the ve-
hicle, accidents and serious injuries.
● SEAT recommends the use of the Apps that
SEAT pr
ovides for this vehicle.
● For the full use of SEAT Apps, it is necessa-
ry t
o activate the Setup option, “Activate da-
ta transfer for SEAT apps” ››› page 72.
● The interaction level of the Apps on the
syst
em must be: ALLOW.
● Protect the mobile terminal with its appli-
cations
from improper use.
● Never make modifications to the applica-
tions.
● Con

sult the instruction manual for the mo-
bil
e terminal. WARNING
The use of applications while driving can dis-
tract

your attention from the traffic. Distract-
ing the driver in any way can lead to an acci-
dent and cause injuries.
● Always drive carefully and responsibly. CAUTION
● In are a

s where special regulations apply or
the use of mobile terminals is forbidden, the
mobile terminal must be switched off at all
times. The radiation produced by the mobile
terminal when switched on may interfere with
sensitive technical and medical equipment,
possibly resulting in malfunction or damage
to the equipment.
● SEAT cannot be held liable for any damage
caused t
o the vehicle as a result of the use of
applications that are of poor quality or are
defective, the inadequate programming of
the applications, the insufficient coverage of
the network, the loss of data during trans-
mission or the improper use of mobile termi-
nals. Note
● The use of F

ull Link™ technology may re-
sult in high consumption of your 3G/4G data
plan.
● SEAT recommends using the device with a
high batter
y charge when connected to Full
Link™. » 63

Full Link™*
●
SEA T r
ecommends that to use Full Link™,
the “Date and time” should be correctly con-
figured ››› page 72.
● SEAT applications are designed to commu-
nicate w
ith the vehicle and interact with it via
the Full Link™ connection, therefore its func-
tionality is linked to the mobile device being
connected via USB.
● You can find further information on the
technic
al requirements, compatible devices,
suitable applications and availability at
www.seat.com or at SEAT dealers. Is Full Link blocked?
Fig. 57
Message on Infotainment system
s c
r

een. To unblock this feature, you must obtain the
ac
c
e

ssory from your SEAT dealer. Otherwise,
a message like this will appear on the screen
whenever you select the feature ››› Fig. 57.64

Full Link™*
Requirements for Full Link Fig. 58
Full Link RequirementsAFull Link Activated : If you do not have Full Link in your vehicle you can acquire it as an accessory at your Authorised Service.
BCompatible Phones. Consult the MirrorLink™, Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay™ websites to confirm that your phone is compatible with the system. 
– Check smartphone compatibility: www.mirrorlink.com/phones
– MirrorLink™ 1.1 or higher
– Some of the apps certified by SEAT or the CCC must be installed on the device.

– Check smartphone compatibility. Android Auto™: www.android.com/auto/
– Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher
– Install Android Auto™ app

Apple CarPlay– Check smartphone compatibility. Apple CarPlay™: www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
– iPhone 5 or higher and iOS 7.1 or higher
– Turn on the SIRI personal assistant (see phone settings)
CUSB cable connecting car to phone: use the USB cable approved and supplied by the phone's official distributor.
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Full Link™*
Activation of Full Link Fig. 59
USB connection Fig. 60
Full Link Setup Data connection via Wi-Fi or SIM is not nec-
e
s
s
ary to establish the connection between
the smartphone and Full Link.
Data connection via Wi-Fi or SIM is necessary
to enable all of the app features 1)
.
Proceed as follows to use Full Link:
● Switch on the Infotainment system
● Connect the smartphone to the vehicle's
USB port u
sing a USB cable ››› Fig. 59.
● On the Full Link setup main menu, select
›››
Fig. 60:
Activate data transfer for SEAT apps.
Preferred connection type: Choose be-
tween MirrorLink™ or Android Auto™
(only for Android™ telephones that are
compatible with both technologies). In
the iOS system (Apple™), connection is
automatic if the device is compatible.
Select the device.
Finally, a message will appear stating that
data transfer will commence when the device
is connected. Press OK. Once selected, the
technology compatible with your device can
be used. 1 2
3 Note
Depending on your smartphone, it may have
to be u n

locked for the connection to occur. What should I do if it does not con-
nect?
Restart the mobile device
Check the USB cable visually.
Make sure that the USB cable is not damaged. Check
that both connections (USB/micro USB) are not dam-
aged or worn.
Visually check that
the USB ports are
properly connected.
Check that the vehi-
cle and device USB
connections are not
damaged and/or
worn.Clean the USB ports (device and
vehicle).
Try another compatible mobile
device.
Have the USB port replaced at a
SEAT Authorised Service.
Have the mobile device re-
paired or replace it.
Try another compatible mobile device.
1)
Using the data connection to transfer the smart-
phone app s

to Full Link may involve additional
charges. Please check the charges with your opera-
tor.
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Full Link™*
MirrorLink™ Fig. 62
Function buttons in the general view
of c
omp
atible applications. Fig. 63
Other MirrorLink™ function buttons. MirrorLink™ is a protocol which enables the
c
ommu
nic

ation between a portable device
and the Infotainment system via USB.
Using it makes it possible to display and
manage the content and functions displayed on the portable device on the Infotainment
syst

em screen.
To avoid distracting the driver while driving,
only specially adapted applications can be
used ››› in Introduction on page 63.
R equir
ement

s
In order to use MirrorLink™, the following re-
quirements must be met:
● The mobile device must be compatible with
MirrorLink™.
● The mob

ile device must be connected to
the Infotainment
system via USB.
● Depending on the mobile device used, a
suitab
le application must be installed for the
use of MirrorLink™ on the device.
● Select the MirrorLink™ connection type in
Setup Full Link™ .
Function b

uttons and possible messages
Function button: function
DISCON-NECTEnd connection with MirrorLink™
CLOSEAPPSPress to close the open apps. Then
press the apps to be closed or the Close all
function button to close all the
open applications.
1 : 1Press to change to the mobile device
screen.
Function button: function
SETUPTo open the Full Link™ setup
››› Fig. 63 1Press to return to the main MirrorLink™
menu.
›››
Fig. 63 2Press to display the Infotainment Sys-
tem keypad on the screen.
›››
Fig. 63 3Press to display all the function buttons
in the right-hand margin.
›››
Fig. 63 4
View of other function buttons.
The display of the function buttons as
well as the number of buttons will de-
pend on the mobile device being used.
›››
Fig. 63 5
The symbol redirects to the right-hand
setup button
››› Fig. 1 12. Press the
right-hand setup button to show or hide
all the function buttons. MirrorLink™ Settings
Function button: function
Screen orientation: On those devices that support this fea-
ture, it is possible to select the following types of screen
display orientation:
Landscape
Portrait 
Rotated 180°: Allows you to rotate the image provided
by the device by 180°. 68

Full Link™*Function button: function

Infotainment System keypad prioritised: Allows the Infotain-
ment System keypad to be made available to the user,
rather than the device's own keypad. Apple CarPlay™*
3 Valid for compatible iPhone™ mobile telephones.
A l

so, iPhone™ mobile telephones only support Ap-
ple CarPlay™
Apple CarPlay™ is a protocol which enables
communication between a mobile telephone
and the Infotainment system via USB.
This makes it possible to display and operate
the mobile telephone on the Infotainment
system screen.
Requirements
In order to use Apple CarPlay™, the following
requirements must be met: ● The mobile device must be compatible with
App l

e CarPlay™.
● The mobile device must be connected to
the Infotainment
system via USB.
Initiating the connection
In order to initiate the connection with the
mobile device, it is simply necessary to con-
nect it to the Infotainment system via the
USB connection. ●
A pop-up scr
een will appear, which will re-
quest that you accept the device.
● If you are initiating the session using Apple
CarPla
y™ technology it will not be possible
to pair another device via Bluetooth™. The
following message will appear in the main
PHONE menu.
Please disconnect Apple CarPlay
first, before you can connect
another mobile telephone.
Holding down the steering wheel multifunc-
tion  button or the VOICE button of the Info-
t ainment
sy

stem will start the Apple™ “voice
engine”.
To return to the basic contents of the Infotain-
ment system, press the SEAT icon.
Android Auto™* 3 V
alid for compatible mobile telephones
Andr
oid Auto™ is a protocol which enables
communication between a portable device
and the Infotainment system via USB.
This makes it possible to display and operate
the mobile telephone on the Infotainment
system screen.
Requirements
In order to use Android Auto™, the following
requirements must be met: ●
The mob i

le device must be compatible with
Android Auto™.
● The mobile device must be connected to
the Infotainment
system via USB.
● The Android Auto™ application should al-
rea
dy be downloaded and installed on the
mobile device.
Initiating the connection
In order to initiate the connection with the
mobile device, it is simply necessary to con-
nect it to the Infotainment system via the
USB connection, and to be sure to follow the
instructions of the device being paired.
● A pop-up screen will appear, which will re-
quest
that you accept the device.
● When selecting the type of connection,
choose Andr
oid Auto™ in the Full Link™
settings .
● The first connection to Android Auto™
must
be done while the vehicle is stationary.
● If you are initiating the session using
Android Auto™ t
echnology via USB, the mo-
bile telephone connects automatically via
Bluetooth™ to the Infotainment system tele-
phone and it will not be possible to pair an-
other mobile telephone via Bluetooth™.
Holding down the steering wheel multifunc-
tion  button or the VOICE button of the Info-
t ainment
sy

stem will start the Android™
voice “engine”. »
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