2016 SKODA FABIA ESP

Currently playing title / track playback stopped
The title cannot be played (tapping on the function surface shows the
cause).
Note
■ In the list, the first 1000 entries (titles, directories etc.) are displayed with the
oldest creation date.■
The scanning speed of the folder / track list depends on the connection
speed and volume of data.
Multimedia database
Fig. 22
Multimedia database
›
To display the multimedia database, in the » Fig. 22Media main menu tap on
the function surface 
Tap (if this display is supported by the currently se-
lected source).
The audio files are sorted by their properties into individual categories.
›
To playback , select the category and then the title.
Multimedia database » Fig. 22
Selected audio source / selected category / audio source folder (move-
ment within the folder is done by pressing the function surface for the
folder)
Display of folder / track list (available only for the display of the entire
source content - source folders)
Settings
›
Tap on the function surface in the Media main 
surface.
■
Sound
- sound settings
■
Mix/repeat including subfolders
- Switching the title display including subfolders

 
AB■Bluetooth - Settings for the Bluetooth ®
function
■Remove safely:
- safe removal of the audio source
■
Traffic programme (TP)
- Switches traffic programme on/off
Audio sources
Introduction to the subject
›
To play , first connect the desired audio source or insert it into the device and
then select the audio source from the list » page 23. Playback starts auto-
matically (does not apply to AUX).
If AUX is selected as the audio source, the playback must be started on the
connected device.
CAUTION
■ Do not save any important data or that which has not been backed up on the
connected audio sources. ŠKODA assumes no responsibility for lost or dam-
aged files or connected audio sources.■
When changing or connecting an audio source, this may cause sudden
changes in volume. Reduce the volume before changing or connecting an au-
dio source.
■
When connecting an external audio source, the external source information
messages can be displayed. These messages must be observed and if neces-
sary confirmed (e.g. enabling data transfer etc).
Note
The national copyright laws that apply in your country must be observed.
SD card
Fig. 23
Insert the SD card: does not apply to Fabia / applies to Fabia 
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The SD card slot/s is/are located in an external module in the glove compart-
ment on the passenger side.
Insert SD card (Does not apply to Fabia)›
“Insert” the SD card in the slot in the direction of arrow (with the cut end fac-
ing right), until this locks » Fig. 23-
.
Insert SD card (Does not apply to Fabia)
›
Insert The SD card in the direction of the arrow, with the trimmed edge
downwards (LHD) or upwards (RHD), into the bay until it “locks” » Fig. 23 - 
.
Remove the SD card
›
Tap on the function surface in the Media main 
Tap on
Remove safely:
and se-
lect the SD card.
›
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
The USB input (shown with the symbol ) is located in the front centre con-
sole. The exact installation location of the input » Owner's Manual .
The USB input audio source can be connected directly or via a connecting ca-
ble.
›
To connect , insert the USB audio source into the appropriate input.
›
To
disconnect the USB audio source, tap on the Media main menu function
surface  Tap on
Remove safely:
and select the USB source.
›
Disconnect the audio source from the corresponding USB input.
Charge USB audio source
With the device 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).
The charging efficiency can differ compared to the charging from the usual
mains power supply.
Some connected audio sources may not be recognised and cannot be charged.
CAUTIONUSB 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.
AUX - input
The AUX input (marked with the  lettering) is located in the front centre
console. The exact installation location of the input » Owner's Manual .
›
To connect , insert the plug of the AUX audio source into the appropriate con-
nector.
›
To disconnect , pull the plug out of the AUX 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.
Bluetooth ®
player
The unit allows audio files of a connected Bluetooth ®
player to play using the
A2DP and AVRCP audio profile.
With the device, multiple devices can be paired using Bluetooth ®
, but only one
of them can be used as a Bluetooth ®
player.
Connect the Bluetooth ®
player
›
Connect the player to the device - follow the same instructions as for pairing
the device with a telephone » page 33.
Separate the Bluetooth ®
player
›
Terminate the connection in the list of paired devices » page 33. 
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Automatic playback stop and disconnection
If an Apple device is connected as a Bluetooth ®
player, and this is connected to
the USB input, then the Bluetooth ®
connection is not dropped. If playback is
cancelled, playback must be started again. Only if USB is selected as the audio
source will the Apple device disconnect as a Bluetooth ®
player. In this regard,
an appropriate warning message appears on the device screen.
If the USB audio source is an Apple device, this unit cannot be connected as a
Bluetooth ®
player. In this regard, an appropriate warning message appears on
the device screen.
If the Bluetooth ®
player audio source is connected to the AUX input, then the
audio output is switched from the AUX input of the external connected device.
For further playback the audio source is to be switched to AUX.
Replace the Bluetooth ®
player
If you would like to replace a Bluetooth ®
Player which is connected to the ma-
chine as a phone at the same time, , then a relevant information message ap-
pears in the device screen.›
End the connection to the currently connected Bluetooth ®
player and repeat
the pairing procedure » page 33, Managing paired external devices .
CAUTION
If an external device is connected to the device using Apple CarPlay ™
orAndroid Auto ™
, then it cannot be connected using Bluetooth ®
.
WLAN
Applies to Amundsen (Does not apply to Yeti).
The device allows you to play audio files from one of the external devices con-
nected to the device WLAN.
›
connect an external device that supports the DLNA (Digital Living Network
Alliance), with the device WLAN » page 39.
›
If necessary use the UPnP application (Universal Plug and Play) in the con-
nected device, which allows playback to start.
›
Select the audio source  Select WLAN.
Supported audio sources and file formats
Supported audio sourcesSourceInterfaceTypeSpecificationFile sys- temSD cardSD readerStandard sizeSD, SDHC, SDXC
FAT16
FAT32
exFAT NTFSUSB-
devices
USB 1.x; 2.x and 3.x or
higher with support of USB 2.x
MSC
USB stick;
HDD (without any special software); The MSC mode
supports USB de- vices
MTP
Devices with theAndroid operat- ing system or
Windows mobile (mobile phone, tablet)
Apple
Devices with theiOS operating
system (iPhone, iPod, iPad) 26Media

OperationAction
Go to previous image
Finger motion across the screen to the right(with starting representation)Tap 
Increase the image size
Touch screen using two fingers and pull
apartTurning the knob  to the right
Reduce the image size
Touch screen using two fingers and close to-
getherTurning the knob  to the leftMoving the image with an en-
larged displayDrag your finger over the screen in the re- quired direction
Rotate by 90 °
Touch screen using two fingers and move
clockwise or counter clockwise (only availa- ble with start representation)Tap / Maximum zoomDouble finger tap on the screenDisplay the initial image size
while retaining the aspect ra- tioDouble tap on the screen againPressing the knob 
If the last or first picture is reached when browsing through the folder, an in-
formation message appears on the screen. Browsing is continued from start to
finish.
CAUTION
Viewing images in the device screen is not supported by connected Apple de-
vices.Supported image file formats and sources
Supported image sourcesSourceTypeSpecificationfile systemSD cardStandard sizeSD, SDHC, SDXCFAT16 VFAT
FAT32
exFAT NTFS
USB devicesUSB stick;
HDD (without
special software)USB 1.x; 2.x and
3.x or higher with support of USB 2.x
Supported file formats
Codec type
(File formats)File suffixMax. resolution (Megapixels)BMPbmp4JP (E) Gjpg; jpeg4; 64GIFgif4PNGpng4
Note
■ The max. supported image size is 20 MB.■The GPT standards (GUID partition table) method structured image sources
are not supported by the device.
Settings
›
In the images main menu, tap on the function surface
 surface.
■
Image view:
- Image view settings
■
Full
- Display the maximum image size while retaining the aspect ratio
■
Automatic
- Full screen display
■
Display time:
- Set the display time for the slideshow
■
Repeat slide show
- Switching on/off the slideshow repeat
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SmartLink
Introductory information
Introduction to the subject
Fig. 42
Information on SmartLink on the
ŠKODA websites
Read in the QR code » Fig. 42using the respective application on your external
device orenter the following address in the web browser to open the website
with information on the SmartLink communication system.
http://go.skoda.eu/connectivity-smartlink
SmartLink offers the ability to display certified applications on an external de-
vice equipped with a USB device on the device screen and to operate them.
SmartLink supports the following communication systems. ▶ Android Auto ™
▶ Apple CarPlay ™
▶ MirrorLink ®
Using the applications in the connected external device it is possible to use the navigation, to make a call, to listen to music.
For reasons of safety, the operation of some applications while driving is limi-
ted or not possible.
Depending on model of the connected external device, some applications can
be started using the voice activation, via the device screen, using the operat-
ing elements on the device or using the buttons on the multi-function steering
wheel.
The voice control of the connected external device can be activated by holding
the button 
or holding the button
 on the multifunction steering wheel.
CAUTION■
Depending on the type of the connected external device and the frequency
of use, the charging current may not be sufficient to charge the battery of the
connected device.■
To establish the connection, it is necessary that the date and time in the de-
vice are set correctly. If the date and time setting is based on the GPS signal,
then problems may arise with establishing a connection with a poor GPS signal
reception.
Note
■ During the connection process, information messages may be displayed on
the device screen, and in the phone display. These messages must be ob-
served and confirmed if necessary (e.g. Release of data transfer, enabling the
contact import, release of text messages).■
We recommend that you use extension cords from ŠKODA Original Accesso-
ries.
■
With some connected devices, it is necessary that the connected external
device is unlocked over the entire duration of the connection for trouble-free
functioning of the SmartLink function“”.
Main menu
Fig. 43
Main menu: no connection / example of an active connection
›
To display the main menu SmartLinkpress the button , then the function-
al surface 

surface.
Main menu - functional surfaces » Fig. 43
Active connection
Display of information about SmartLink 
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The ignition is switched on.
The unit is switched on.
The external device to be connected is switched on.
Some applications require the data connection in the connected external de-
vice to be turned on.
If you want to use the menu Telephone, then before establishing the
MirrorLink ®
connection with the telephone then connect the device first via
Bluetooth ®
.
An external device connected using MirrorLink ®
cannot be used as an audio
source in the menu Media.
If route guidance is taking place at this moment using the device, then this is
not terminated by starting the route guidance in the MirrorLink ®
- application.
Read in the QR code » Fig. 46using the respective application on your external
device (e.g. Telephone, tablet) orenter the following address in the web
browser to open the website with supported Mirrorlink ®
applications.
http://go.skoda.eu/connectivity
Main menu
Fig. 47
MirrorLink®: Main menu
Main menu - functional surfaces and information Return toSmartLink Main menu
Displays a list of running applications with the ability to terminate them
Display the application last shown (as long as the application is running)/
show the display content of the connected external device
Settings of the SmartLink function » page 42
List of applications

AOther pages with applications (by performing a finger movement sideways
across the screen, other pages with applications are displayed)
Application is not certified for use while driving
Operation
Fig. 48
Example of a running application
Start the application ▶ In the main menu of Mirrorlink ®
connection select the desired application in
the field
A
» Fig. 47 on page 44 .
The application starts and the following function surfaces are displayed. Display of functional surfaces below / above
Return to MirrorLink ®
main menu
Hide/ show the functional surfaces ▶ Turning the control knob  press.
Display of the running application
▶ In the main menu of the MirrorLink ®
- connection, press the function surface

» Fig. 47 on page 44 The last displayed application is displayed.
If you want to display a different application, then the functional surface of the
desired application must be tapped in the main menu of the Mirror link ®
con-
nection
A
» Fig. 47 on page 44 .
Ending the current application
▶ Tap on the function 
→
 surface.
▶ Press the function surface of the desired application with the symbol  sur-
face.
By tapping the function surface
Close all
, all running applications are closed.
B 44SmartLink

Navigation
Introductory information
Navigation - function sequence
Applies to Amundsen.
Route guidance is started as follows.
›
Search for/ enter a new destination or Select one of the stored destinations.
›
Confirm the route calculation in the destination details or if necessary, adjust
the route options.
›
Select the preferred route type, if this is requested by the device.
A route calculation occurs and route guidance starts.
The route guidance is provided by graphical driving recommendations and nav- igation announcements.
The is an option to add additional destinations during route guidance, or to
adapt the route.
If a traffic radio station is available, information concerning traffic delays is
evaluated by the device and, if necessary, an alternative route is offered.
If you deviate from the route, then a new route calculation is carried out.
GPS satellite signal
The unit uses the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite signal for route
guidance.
Outside the range of the GPS satellite signal (e.g. in dense vegetation, in tun-
nels, parking garages, etc.), the unit navigates only with restrictions using ve-
hicle sensors.
The unit offers the possibility to show in the split screen display the following
Position
» Fig. 50 on page 47 information about the current geographical posi-
tion of the vehicle and the satellite signal.
Geographical longitude
Geographical latitude
Elevation
Number of received/available satellites
If no GPS satellite signal is available, no values are displayed.
Navigation data
Navigation data source
The navigation data is stored on an Original SD Card .
In order to ensure the function of the navigation, the Original SD card, with the
navigation data, must be inserted in the respective slot » page 24, SD card .
If the original SD card should be damaged or lost, a new original SD card can be
purchased from the ŠKODA Original Accessories.
With a Non-original SD Card, the navigation does not work .
Finding out the version of the navigation data›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface,
 Tap
→
versioninformation
.
Update navigation data
We recommend that you update the navigation data on a regular basis (e.g.
Due to newly developed roads and changed traffic signs).
The information on updating the navigation data is to be obtained from a
ŠKODA partner or on the following ŠKODA Internet pages.
http://go.skoda.eu/infotainment
Main menu
Fig. 49
Navigation: Main menu
›
To display , press the  button.
›
If the main menu
navigation is not shown, then press the button again .
Description of the function surfaces
A
» Fig. 49
Context-dependent:
Route guidance is disabled - Search / enter a new destination
Route guidance is enabled - The following menu is displayed 
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Description of the function surfaces A » Fig. 51
Choice of search
 - Searching for a destination or POI (point of interest) by name
 - Search for a point along the route (only works with active route guid-
ance)
 - Searching for a destination near the entered destination (after selec-
tion in destination details » page 54)
Input line
Depending on whether a mark is in the entry line, the following menu is
displayed
 - Map display with selected locations corresponding to the entered
characters » Fig. 51 -

 - Choose the type of destination search / destination entry (no charac-
ter is entered)
▶Search
- Destination / POI search
▶
Address
- Enter destination via the new address. » page 48, Enter desti-
nation using the address
▶
In map
- Enter destination via the map point / using the GPS coordinates
» page 49 , Enter destination on the map and using GPS coordinates
List of last destinations (no character is entered) » page 49 / List of se-
lected destinations
Alphanumeric keypad
List of destinations found ▶ To Display the list » Fig. 51 -
 the functional surface
 surface.
There is a maximum of 6 destinations shown in this list, each is identified with
a letter. Then these destinations are shown in the map with the icon  and a
letter, which coincides with the letter in the list of destinations found.
If several destinations were found, then the list can be scrolled through by
turning the controller  or sliding the slider.
ABCDEEnter destination using the addressFig. 52
Enter destination using the address: Main menu / list of places
found
Display main menu
›
Route guidance is disabled - From the main menu navigation the function
surface  surface.
›
Route guidance is enabled
- From the main menu navigation, tap on the
functional surface 
→
call destination
.
›
If the destination entry menu » Fig. 52 -
 is not shown using the address,
then tap on the function surface 
→
address
.
Enter destination
›
Enter the destination address and then confirm.
Relevant names (e.g. Place/street names) are offered in the entry line during entry, depending on the context. Previously entered names are offered on a
preferential basis.
The location of the destination offered, which is specified in the entry line in
parentheses, can be displayed in the map by tapping the functional surface
Map
.
List of places found
There is a possibility that a map with a list of places of the same name will be
displayed during entry » Fig. 52 -
 .
The list of places found can also be called up during address entry by pressing
the function area  .
In the list of towns that are found a maximum of 6 towns appear marked with
a letter. These towns are then marked in the map with the symbol  and a let-
ter, which coincides with the letter in the list of places found. 
48Navigation