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AUX audio function
The Infotainment system can play music files contained in auxiliary
devices e.g. smartphones or iPod/
iPhone products.
AUX movie function
The Infotainment system can play
movies contained in auxiliary devices e.g. smartphones or iPod/iPhone
products.
Notice
To use the movie function with your
iPod/iPhone, connect your device to
the AUX port only. A constant
connection cannot be established
via the USB port.
USB port
An MP3 player, USB drive, SD card
(via USB connector/adapter), iPod or
Smartphone can be connected to the USB port.
When connected to the USB port,
various functions of the devices
mentioned above can be operated via
the controls and menus of the
Infotainment system.Notice
Not all MP3 player, USB drive, SD card, 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 appears and the
Infotainment system automatically
switches 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.
USB picture function
The Infotainment system can display
pictures contained in USB storage
devices.
USB movie function
The Infotainment system can play
movies contained in USB storage
devices.
Notice
To use the movie function with your iPod/iPhone, connect your device to the AUX port only. A constant
connection cannot be established
via the USB port.
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.
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Connecting a device
For a detailed description on the
Bluetooth connection 3 45.
Bluetooth audio function
The Infotainment system can play
music files contained in Bluetooth
devices e.g. smartphones or iPod/
iPhone products.
Support of smartphone
applications
The Apps function of the Infotainment
system allows access to approved smartphone applications. The
Infotainment system authorises
application updates as they become
available.
Before an approved application can
be operated using the controls and
menus of the Infotainment system,
the respective application must be
installed on the smartphone.
Follow the instructions on the
smartphone when installing an
approved smartphone application.File formats and folders
The maximum capacity of a device
supported by the Infotainment system amounts to 2500 music files,
2500 picture files, 250 movie files,
2500 folders and 10 stages of folder
structure. Only devices formatted in
the FAT16/FAT32 file system 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 has been
applied cannot be played.
The Infotainment system can play the
following audio, picture and movie
files stored on external devices.
Audio files
The playable audio file formats
are .mp3, .wma, .ogg and .wav.
When playing a file with ID3 tag
information, the Infotainment system
can display information, e.g. on the
track title and artist.Picture files
The displayable picture file formats are .jpg, .bmp, .png and .gif.
.jpg files must have a size of 64 to
5000 pixels in width and 64 to
5000 pixels in height.
.bmp, .png and .gif files must have a
size of 64 to 1024 pixels in width and
64 to 1024 pixels in height.
Movie files
The playable movie file formats
are .avi, .mpg, .mp4, .divx, .xvid
and .wmv.
The resolution of the files must be within a range of 720 pixels in width
and 576 pixels in height. The frame rate must be less that 30 fps.
Usable codecs are divx, xvid,
mpeg-1, mpeg-4 (mpg4, mp42,
mp43) and wmv9 (wmv3).
The playable audio formats
are .mp3, .ac3, .aac and .wma.
The displayable subtitle format
is .smi.
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Notice
To use the movie function with your
iPod/iPhone, connect your device to
the AUX port only. A constant
connection cannot be established
via the USB port.
Notice
For your safety, the movie function is not available while driving.
Auxiliary device
Activating the AUX function
If the auxiliary device is not yet
connected to the Infotainment
system, connect the device 3 30 . The
AUX movie menu is displayed and
playback of the movie files starts
automatically.
In case the auxiliary device is already
connected:
If required, press the ; button and
then select the Gallery screen button
to open the picture or movie main menu last selected.If required, select Source to open a
drop down list and then select AUX
(Movie) to open the respective main
menu.
Playback of the movie files starts
automatically.
Notice
Apart from settings such as volume, tone and display, all functions need
to be operated via the auxiliary
device.
Using the AUX movie menu
Tap on MENU to open the AUX Movie
menu .
For detailed information on the
available settings, see the
corresponding descriptions for USB devices below.
USB device
Activating the USB device function
If the USB device is not yet connected
to the Infotainment system, connect
the device 3 30 and then continue as
described below.
In case the USB device is already
connected:
If required, press the ; button and
then select the Gallery screen button
to open the picture or movie main menu last selected.
If required, select Source to open a
drop down list and then select USB
(Movie) to open the respective main
menu.
Playback of movie files starts
automatically.
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Set Contrast to a value between -15
and 15.Tone settings
For a detailed description 3 16.
Activating or deactivating subtitle and
audio language
If the movie has a subtitle and audio
language, you can activate or
deactivate these options.
Select _ on the right side of the
screen.
To activate or deactivate the subtitle
language, set the Q function to On or
Off .
To activate or deactivate the audio
language, set the R function to On or
Off .
Using smartphone
applications Before an approved application can
be operated using the controls and
menus of the Infotainment system,
the respective application must be
installed on the smartphone.
Supported applications
Press the ; button and then select
the Apps screen button to open the
respective menu.
The menu shows which Smartphone
applications are currently supported
by the Infotainment system, see
"Displaying or hiding application
icons" below.
Find a detailed description of the
respective application on the website
of the corresponding software
producer.
Starting an application
If not yet connected to the
Infotainment system, connect the
smartphone:
■ iPod/iPhone: connect the device to
the USB port 3 30
■ Android phone: establish a
Bluetooth connection 3 45.
If not installed, download the
respective application to your
Smartphone.
Press the ; button and then select
the Apps screen button to open the
respective menu.
Tap on the screen button of the
desired application. A connection to
the respective application installed on the connected Smartphone is
established.
The main menu of the application is shown on the display of the
Infotainment system.
Notice
Ensure good GPS reception of the
Smartphone when using a
navigation application.
42Speech recognitionSpeech recognitionGeneral information.....................42
Usage .......................................... 42General information
The Siri Eyes Free feature of the Infotainment system allows access to Siri, the speech interpretation and
recognition interface on your iPhone
or iPod. See the user guide of your
iPhone or iPod to find out whether it
supports Siri.
Siri Eyes Free works with most of the
built-in apps on your iPhone or iPod.
You can ask Siri, e.g. to call people,
play music, hear and compose text
messages, dictate emails, hear new
notifications, get directions, or add
reminders. For detailed information,
see the user guide of your iPhone or
iPod.
Important notes ■ In order to use Siri Eyes Free, your
iPhone or iPod must be connected
to the Infotainment system via USB
cable 3 30 or via Bluetooth 3 45.■ Siri Eyes Free requires 3G or wifi
internet access on your iPhone or
iPod.
■ Siri Eyes Free is not compatible with the approved smartphone
apps 3 40 supported by the
Infotainment system. That means
you cannot control these apps via
Siri Eyes Free.
Usage
Activating speech recognition Press w on the right side of the
steering wheel to start a speech
recognition session. A voice
command message is displayed on
the screen.
As soon as a beep is heard, you can
say a command. For information on
the commands supported, see the
operating instructions for your iPhone
or iPod.
Phone45phones is prohibited, if
interference is caused by the
mobile phone or if dangerous
situations can occur.
Bluetooth
The Phone portal is certified by the
Bluetooth Special Interest Group
(SIG).
You can find further information about the specification on the Internet at
http://www.bluetooth.com
Bluetooth connection Bluetooth is a radio standard for the
wireless connection of e.g. mobile phones, iPod/iPhone models, or other devices.
To be able to set up a Bluetooth
connection to the Infotainment
system, the Bluetooth function of the
Bluetooth device has to be activated.
For further information, please
consult the user guide of the
Bluetooth device.
Via the Bluetooth settings menu,
pairing (PIN code exchange between
Bluetooth device and Infotainment
system) and connecting of the
Bluetooth devices to the Infotainment
system are carried out.
Bluetooth settings menu Press the ; button and then select
the Settings screen button.
Select Connection settings and then
Bluetooth settings to display the
respective menu.Pairing a device
Important information ■ Up to five devices can be paired to the system.
■ Only one paired device can be connected to the Infotainment
system at a time.
■ Pairing normally only needs to be carried out once, unless the deviceis deleted from the list of paired
devices. If the device has been connected previously, the
Infotainment system establishes
the connection automatically.
■ Bluetooth operation considerably drains the device's battery.
Therefore, connect the device to
the power outlet for charging.
Pairing a new device via the
Bluetooth settings menu
1. Press the ; button and then
select the Settings screen button.
Select Connection settings and
then Bluetooth settings to display
the respective menu.
102FlexDockFlexDockGeneral information...................102
Usage ........................................ 102General information
FlexDock consists of a built-in base plate and different types of cradleswhich can be attached to the base
plate. By inserting an iPhone or a
different smartphone to the cradle,
the smartphone can be controlled via
the Infotainment system, steering
wheel control or touch screen.
Detailed cradle usage information
can be found in the cradle manual supplied with each cradle.9 Warning
Devices attached to the FlexDock
must be used in a way that driver
distraction is avoided and the
vehicle can be driven safely at all times. You must always comply
with the respective laws and
regulations of the country where
you are driving. These laws may
differ from the information in this
manual. If in doubt, stop your
vehicle and operate devices while
the vehicle is stationary.
Notice
Do not operate a further audio
source via the USB socket at the
same time due to superimpositions of both audio sources.Caution
To avoid theft, do not leave themobile phone in the FlexDock
when leaving the vehicle.
Usage
Attaching the cradle to the base
plate
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1. Remove the cover from the baseplate.
2. Push the cradle in the base plate and fold down.
Connecting the smartphone to
the Infotainment system
Universal smartphone
Connect the smartphone to the cradle
by using the connecting cable.
iPhone
The iPhone is connected
automatically when it is inserted into
the cradle.
Depending on the status of the
software and hardware equipment,
the functionality of the iPhone can be restricted.
Operating the smartphone When the smartphone is connected
via FlexDock, it has the same
functionality as if it is connected via
the USB socket. See the
corresponding instructions in this
manual for detailed information.To use the phone function or the
Bluetooth Music function, a Bluetooth
connection must be established. See
the corresponding instructions in this
manual and the operating instructions
for the smartphone for detailed
information.
Removing the cradle from thebase plate
1. Push the release button and remove the cradle.
2. Attach the cover to the base plate.