2015 SKODA OCTAVIA AUX

Touch screen » page 8
SD card slot » page 19
Touch screen
The device is equipped with a touch screen that can be operated by light fin-
ger pressure on the screen surface.
The brightness level of the screen can be set » page 10.
CAUTION
■
The screen can only be operated by a slight touch of a finger. If there is too
much pressure there is a risk of damage to the screen!■
To protect the screen, you can use a suitable screen protector for touch pads
that does not affect its functionality.
■
Dirt can be removed from the screen by using a soft cloth and, if necessary,
methylated spirits.
Switch the device on/off
Manual Power On/Off
›
Press  to switch the device on or off.
Automatic Power On of the device
If the device was not turned off with the control switch 
before the ignition
was turned off, it will automatically switch on after the ignition is switched on.
Automatic Power Off of the device
If the vehicle key is pulled out of the ignition lock while the unit is switched on,
the device will switch off automatically.
If the vehicle is fitted with the starter button, the device will switch off auto-
matically after the engine is switched off and the door is opened.
With the ignition off, the device will automatically turn off after about 30 mi-
nutes.
The device turns off automatically under certain circumstances. The device in-
forms you for a few seconds by means of a text message on the device screen.
78› Warning: battery low. Please start the engine or switch off the infotain-
ment system. - The vehicle battery is low. It is recommended you switch off
the device or start the engine.
› Battery almost empty. The Infotainment system will be switched off.
- The
vehicle battery is discharged, the device switches itself off.
› Operating temperature not maintained. The Infotainment system will be
switched off. - The device temperature is too low or too high, the device
switches itself off.
Adjusting the volume
Every change in volume is displayed on the screen.
Increase volume
›
Turn the control  to the right.
Decrease volume
›
Turn the control  to the left.
Muting
›
Press the key  or turn the control  to the left and set the volume to 0.
The following symbol appears in the display when the sound is muted .
If at the time of muting a sound is made in the menu Media, then the playback
is interrupted (pause) 1)
.
CAUTION
If the volume is too high sound resonance can occur in the vehicle which can
lead to damaged speakers.1)
Does not apply for AUX.
7Introductory information

Unit settings
Setup menu
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Sound settings
10
Screen settings
10
Time and date settings
10
Setting the device language
10
Setting the keyboard layout
11
Additional keypad language settings
11
Unit settings
11
Safe removal of the data source
11
Restore factory settings
11
Bluetooth ®
settings
11
System information
11
This chapter covers the device settings.
Sound settings
The scope of the following menu is dependent on the vehicle equipment with the sound system.
›
Press the  button.
■ Volume - Volume settings
■ Max. switch-on volume - Sets the maximum volume after switching on the
device
■ Announcements - Adjustment of traffic announcements volume (TP)
■ Speed-dep. vol. adjust. - Speed-dependent volume adaptation
■ Lower. entertain. - Lowers the audio volume (e.g. radio volume) with acti-
vated parking aid
■ AUX volume: - Sets the volume for the device connected through AUX
■
BT audio: - Volume settings of the Bluetooth ®
audio profile connected de-
vice
■ iPod: - Volume setting of the connected iPod
■ Balance - Fader - Sets the balance between left and right, front and rear
■ Bass - Mid. - Treble - Setting the equalizer
■ ŠKODA Surround - Switching the surround sound
■ Virtual Subwoofer - Switching the virtual sub woofer
■ Confirmation tone - Switch on/off confirmation tone when touching the
screen
Screen settings
›
Press the button 
→ Screen .
■ Screen off (in 10 s) - Enable / disable the automatic power off function 1)
■ Brightness: - Adjusts the brightness of the screen
■ Confirmation tone - Switch on/off audible tone when touching the screen
■ Show clock in stdby mode - Time and date displayed on the screen when the
ignition is switched on and the unit is switched off
Time and date settings
›
Press 
→ Time and date .
■ Time: - Time settings
■ Time format: - Set the time format
■ Summer time - Switches the summer setting on/off
■ Date: - Date settings
■ Date format: - Set the date format
Note
With the model Yeti, the time and date settings are done via the MAXI DOT
display. See » Operating Instructions .
Setting the device language
›
Press the button 
→ Language .
A menu with languages appears: 
1)
The unit turns the screen off when no touch screen is performed or none of the keys are pressed / rota-
ted for more than 10 seconds.
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Depending on the audio source type:› Folder / Title list
› Multimedia database
Menu settings Media
Note
■
Information concerning the given title appears on the screen, if they are stor-
ed as so-called ID3 Tag on the audio source. If no ID3 tag is available, only the
title name is displayed.■
The remaining playback time indicated does not correspond to the actual re-
maining playback time for titles with variable bitrates.
Select audio source
Fig. 7
Select the audio source
›
Repeatedly press the key  the display will change between available au-
dio sources.
or
›
Press the button 
→
1
» Fig. 7 - 
and select the desired audio source.
or
›
In the folder/track list and in the multimedia database hold the function key
 and select the desired audio source » Fig. 7 - 
.
Audio sources SD card - inserted SD card
USB - connected to the USB input audio source
BT audio - coupled Bluetooth ®
player
AUX - Connected to the AUX input audio source

By selecting an audio source, playback of titles available starts (not for AUX).
Playback
The unit will play the contents of the connected audio source according to the
alphabetically sequenced directory and file name.
Operating modes
OperationActionPlay / PausePress from Play the previous titlePress from  (within 3 seconds after
the start of the track playback)Plays the current track from the startPress from  (after about 3 seconds
after the start of the title playback)Fast-reverse within the titlePress and hold Fast-forward within the titlePress and hold Play the next titlePress from Switch on/off the random playback
from the current album or folderPress from Switch on/off the repeat playback
from the current album or folderPress from Switch on/off repeat playback of spe-
cific trackPress from 
The movement within the track is possible by finger touching the timeline
B
» Fig. 6 on page 16 .
Folder / track list
Fig. 8
Folder / Title list 
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Show list›Press the button 
→  .
or›
In the menu Media press the control knob 
.
The content of an audio source is displayed in alphabetical order in the fold-
er/track list.
Folders and title lists - information and function keys
ASelected audio source / audio source folder (movement within the
folder is done by pressing the function key for the folder)Select the audio sourceFolderPlaylist / Currently playing title / track playback stoppedThe title cannot be played (pressing the function key shows the rea-
son).
Note
■ With more than 1,000 tracks in the folder only the first 1,000 tracks with the
oldest creation date are displayed.■
The scanning speed of the folder / track list depends on the connection
speed and volume of data.
Multimedia database
Fig. 9
Multimedia database
For some Apple devices connected via USB, the multimedia database is dis-
played instead of the folders and title lists.
In the multimedia database the tracks are sorted according to categories.
Viewing multimedia database›Press the button 
→  .
or›
In the menu Media press the control knob 
.
Categories of multimedia database - function keys Selected audio source / Selected category / folder of the audio source
Press - Selection of the parent folder / Hold - Selection of the audio source
Track lists - Sorted by the track title
Artists - Sorted by artist's name
Albums - Sorted by album name
Tracks - Sorted by the track title
Podcasts - Sorted by the Podcast names
Genres - Sorted by the genre type
Composers - Sorted by the composer names
Audiobooks - Sorted by the audiobook names
For playback the category and then the title is selected.
Media settings
›
Press the button 
→
 .
■ Mix/repeat inc. subfolders - Switching on and off the title display including
subfolders
■ Bluetooth - Settings for the Bluetooth ®
function
■ Traffic program (TP) - Switches traffic programme on/off
■ Activate AUX - Enables / disables the AUX input
■ Remove SD card safely - Safe removal of the inserted SD storage card
■ Remove USB safely - safe removal of devices connected to the USB input of
the device
Audio sources
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
SD-card
19
USB input
19
Bluetooth ®
player
20
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AUX - input20Supported audio sources and file formats21
The device allows you to play audio files in various formats and to connect dif-
ferent source types » page 21.
WARNING■
Never place audio sources close to the airbags. They could be thrown into
the passenger compartment when the airbags are deployed, injuring the
occupants.■
Never place audio sources on the dash panel, in your hand or on your
knees. They could be thrown into the passenger compartment during sud-
den driving manoeuvres, thereby injuring the occupants.
■
Always route the connection cable of the audio source such that is does
not restrict you when driving.
CAUTION
Do not store any important data on the connected sources. ŠKODA assumes
no responsibility for lost or damaged files or connected audio sources.
SD-card
Fig. 10
Insert the SD card
Read and observe and on page 19 first.
The SD card slot is located below the device screen » Fig. 1 on page 6 .
Playback from SD card
›
Push the SD card into the available slot with the cut edge to the right until it
“locks into place”.
›
Start playback on the connected audio source.
Remove the SD card
›
Press the button 
→ Remove SD card safely .
or›
Press the button in the menu Media 
→ Remove SD card safely .
Is the screen Please wait... → SD card can now be removed. is displayed.
›
Press on the inserted SD memory card.
The SD card “jumps” into the eject position.
CAUTION
■ Do not use an SD card with a broken write protection slide - there is a risk of
damage to the SD card reader!■
When using an SD card with an adapter, vehicle vibrations might cause the
card to fall out of the adapter.
USB input
Fig. 11
USB input
Read and observe and on page 19 first.
The USB input is in the front centre console and is identified with the symbol
 . The exact location of the input » Operating Instructions .
The USB input audio source can be connected directly or via a connecting ca-
ble.
Playback from USB audio source
›
Plug the USB audio source into the input.
›
Start playback on the connected audio source.
Separate USB audio source
›
Press the button 
→ Remove USB safely .
or
›
Press the button in the menu Media 
→ Remove USB safely .
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Is the screen Please wait... → USB device can be removed. is displayed.›
Disconnect the audio source from the corresponding USB input.
Charge USB audio source
With the ignition on after connecting the USB audio source, the charging proc-
ess is automatically started (applies for audio sources where charging via the
USB connector is possible).
Some connected audio sources may not be recognised and cannot be charged.
CAUTION
USB extension cords, or reducers may impair the function of the connected au-
dio source.
Note
We recommend that you use extension cords from ŠKODA Original Accesso-
ries.
Bluetooth ®
player
Read and observe
and on page 19 first.
The unit allows audio files of a connected Bluetooth ®
player to play using the
A2DP and AVRCP audio profile.
Connect the Bluetooth ®
player
›
Connect the player to the device - follow the same instructions as for pairing
the device with a telephone » page 24.
›
Select the audio source 
BT audio » page 17 , Select audio source and then
the desired player.
Separate the Bluetooth ®
player
›
Terminate the connection in the list of paired devices » page 25.
If an Apple device is connected as a Bluetooth ®
player, and this is connected to
the USB input, then the Bluetooth ®
connection is dropped.
The following warning message appears in the screen Bluetooth audio (A2DP)
… Connection cancelled.
AUX - inputFig. 12
AUX input
Read and observe and on page 19 first.
The AUX input is located in the centre console and is marked with the lettering
 . The exact location of the input
» Operating Instructions .
Connecting AUX audio sources
›
Insert the plug of the audio source in the corresponding well.
›
Select the audio source 
AUX » page 17 , Select audio source .
›
Start playback on the connected audio source.
Disconnect AUX audio source
›
Disconnect the connector of the audio source.
CAUTION
■ The AUX input must only be used for audio devices!■If an external audio source is connected to the AUX input, which is equipped
with an adapter for external power supply, the sound may be impaired.
Note
■ The 3.5 mm stereo jack plug is used for the AUX input.■We recommend that you use extension cords from ŠKODA Original Accesso-
ries.20Media

Vehicle systems
CAR - vehicle setting
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
29
Driving data
29
DriveGreen
30
Convenience consumer
30
Vehicle condition
30
ESC and TCS systems
30
Tyres
30
Assistance systems
30
Parking and manoeuvring
31
Light
31
Interior lighting
32
Mirror and wiper
32
Opening and closing
32
Seats
32
Instrument cluster (multifunction display)
32
Time, date and unit setting
33
Service
33
Reset to factory settings
33
In the menu CAR travel data and information displayed on the vehicle and
some vehicle systems can be set.
Description of the individual systems » Vehicle Owner's Manual .
Note
Settings relating to the vehicle systems can only be made when the ignition is
switched on.Main menuFig. 19
Function keys in the main menu
Function keys in the main menu » Fig. 19
Selecting the following menu points
› Driving data
› DriveGreen
› Convenience consumers
› Veh. status
Operation of the radio / media playback
Set the auxiliary heater and ventilation
Vehicle system settings
Driving data
Fig. 20
Driving data
›
Press the button 
→

→ Driving data .
Screen display » Fig. 20
Distance travelled
Driving time
Average speed
Average fuel consumption 

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■Travelling time - Display of travelling time on/off
■ Distance - Display of distance travelled on/off
■ Average speed - Display of average speed on/off
■ Digital speed display - Display of current speed on/off
■ Speed warning - Winter tyres warning on/off
■ Oil temperature - Oil temperature on/off
■ Reset "Since start" data - Reset the single-trip memory in the device screen
and in the display of the instrument cluster
■ Reset "Long-term" data - Reset the long-term memory in the device screen
and in the display of the instrument cluster
Time, date and unit setting
›
Press 
→ Time and date .
Description of the time and date settings » page 10 .
›
Press the button 
→ Units .
Description of unit settings » page 11.
Service
›
Press the button 
→

→ Service .
■ VIN: ... - Display of the vehicle identification number
■ Inspection: in … or … days - Number of km / day until the next service event
■ Oil change service: in … or … days - Number of km / day until the next oil
change
Reset to factory settings
›
Press the button 
→

→ Factory settings .
In this menu you have the possibility to reset the menu items in the settings of the vehicle systems to factory settings.
■ All settings
■ All settings - Restoration of the settings all menu items
■ Individual settings
■ Driver assistance - Restoration of the Driver assistance menus
■ Parking and manoeuvring - Restoration of the Parking and manoeuvring
menu items
■ Light - Restoration of the Light menus
■ Background lighting - Restoration of the Background lighting menu
■
Mirrors and wipers - Restoration of the Mirrors and wipers menu
■ Opening and closing - Restoration of the Opening and closing menu
■ Instrument cluster - Restoration of the Instrument cluster menu
If one of the above menu items is selected, the system will ask you whether
you really want to restore the settings.
■ Cancel - Return to higher-level menu
■ Reset - Restore the settings
Adjustment of the heating and cooling system
Introduction
Applies to Superb and Octavia
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
33
Auxiliary heating and ventilation
34
In the display some of the settings for the Climatronic, the auxiliary heating
and ventilation can be made.
Description of the individual systems » Vehicle Owner's Manual .
Note
The settings can only be made when the ignition is switched on.
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)
Fig. 22
Climatronic: Main menu
Call up the main menu
›
Press the  button on the Climatronic control panel. 
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