SmartLink
Introductory information
Introduction to the subject
Applies to Infotainment Columbus, Amundsen, Bolero.
Fig. 195
Information on SmartLink on the
ŠKODA websites
Read in the QR code » Fig. 195orenter the following address in the web brows-
er to open the website with information on the SmartLink system.
http://go.skoda.eu/connectivity-smartlink
SmartLink offers the option to display certified applications on an external de-
vice equipped with a USB device on the Infotainment screen and to operate
them.
SmartLink supports the following communication systems. ▶ Android Auto
▶ Apple CarPlay
▶ MirrorLink ®
Using the applications in the connected external device, you can use naviga-
tion to make a call and to listen to music.
For reasons of safety, the operation of some applications while driving is not
possible or only limited.
Depending on the model of the connected external device, some applications
can be started using voice activation, via the Infotainment screen, using the
operating elements on Infotainment, or using the buttons on the multi-func-
tion 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.
CAUTIONTo establish the connection, it is necessary that the date and time in Infotain-
ment 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 Infotainment screen, and in the phone display. These messages must be
observed 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. 196
Main menu: No connection / example of an active connection
›
To display the main menu SmartLinkpress the button , then the function
surface
.
Main menu - Functional surfaces Active connection
Display of information about SmartLink
Disconnection
Settings for the menu SmartLink » page 128
A165SmartLink
Connection set-up▶ Connect the external device via a connecting cable to the USB input
» page 85 .
▶ In the main menu SmartLink Choose the connected external device and the
type of communication system if necessary » Fig. 196 -
.
Return to the main menu of the active connection from another Infotainment
menu
(E.g. From the Radio menu)
▶ Press the button
and select the active connection.
Disconnection
▶ To end the connection, tap on the function surface in the main menu
SmartLink
» Fig. 196 -
.
▶ or Disconnect the device from the USB input.
If the connection was ended by tapping on the function surface from the
main menu SmartLink, the connection needs to be re-established when the
external device is connected again.
If the connection was terminated by disconnecting the cable from the USB
port, then the last active connection is shown in the main menu when the ex-
ternal device is reconnected.
Android Auto
Introduction to the subject
The Android Auto- connection can be set up under the following conditions. The ignition is switched on.
Infotainment 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 Infotainment is connected to an external device via Android Auto then all the
phones currently connected, as well as the Bluetooth ®
players are disconnec-
ted.
The external device to be connected will automatically establish a telephone
connection via Bluetooth ®
as a main phone. Connecting an additional tele-
phone and using telephone services of the SIM card in the external module are
not possible for the duration of the connection. A possible data connection us-
ing the SIM card inserted in the external module remains operational
» page 164 .
An external device connected using Android Auto cannot be used as an audio source in the menu Media.
If route guidance is taking place at this moment in Infotainment, then there is
the option to start the route guidance in the Android Auto application. This is
also true reciprocally.
A list of devices and applications that the Android Autoconnection supports
can be found on the Google websites. Functionality is not guaranteed outside
of the supported regions.
Home Page
Fig. 197
Android Auto: Main menu
Main menu - function areas and information in the area
A
Navigation applications
Telephone applications
Overview regarding current applications, telephone calls, accepted text
messages, tasks in the working directory, weather or similar.
Music applications
Return to SmartLink main menu
Start the application ▶ Tap on the function surface of the desired application to launch the applica-
tion.
The symbol appears next to the function surface in the area
A
, then, by
tapping on this function surface again, a list of new applications is displayed.
166Infotainment
Delete home address›In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface →
Manage memo-ry
→
Delete user data
→
Home address
.
›
Tap the function surface
Delete
and confirm the deletion.
Import my destinations
Introduction to the subject
Fig. 209
MyDestination application on the
ŠKODA websites
In this chapter, destinations are described which can be imported into the Info-
tainment memory.
Custom destinations can be created using the ŠKODA application
“MyDestination”.
By reading the QR code » Fig. 209 or after typing the following address in the
web browser, more information on the “MyDestination”application is displayed.
http://go.skoda.eu/my-destination
Custom destination in vCard-format
In the Infotainment memory, a custom destination can be imported in the
vCard format (*.vcf) from an SD card or a USB source.
Import
›
Insert the SD card into the exernal module or connect a USB source with the
file of the custom destination.
›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface
→
Manage memo-ry
→
Import destinations (SD/USB)
.
›
Select the source and confirm the import.
Route guidance›In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface →
Destinations
→
→
.›
Search for and select the desired imported destination.
Delete own destination
›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface
→
Destinations
→
→
.
›
Tap on the function surface
Tap on the desired own destination.
›
In the destination details, tap the function surface
Edit
→
Delete
and confirm
the deletion.
Own POI categories (My POIs)
Import / update
›
Insert the SD card into the external module or connect a USB source with the
POI categories.
›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface
→
Manage memo-ry
→
Update My POIs (SD / USB)
→
Update
.
›
Select the source and confirm the import.
If there is already the same POI category name in the Infotainment memory,
then it will be overwritten during the import.
Show own category destinations in the map
›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface
→
Map
→
Selectcategories for POIs
→
My points of interest (Personal POI)
.
Clear all own POI categories
›
In the Navigation main menu, tap on the function surface
Tap on
→
Managememory
→
Delete my POIs
→ Delete.
›
Tap the function surface
Delete
and confirm the deletion.
175Navigation
Road sign178
Show POI176
|Alignment177
MAXI DOT See MAXI DOT display
46
MAXI DOT display Assist systems menu item
47
Audio menu item46
Lap timer47
Main menu46
Navigation menu item46
Operation43
Stop watch47
Telephone menu item47
Maximum speed296
MCB202
Mechanical window lifter open/close
59
media Compatible sources
142, 143
file formats142, 143
Requirements and Restrictions142, 143
Media Audio source
139
AUX85, 141
Bluetooth Audio141
Browser138
CD / DVD139
Foreword136
Jukebox141
List138
Main menu136
Multimedia database139
Operation136
Playback operation137
safe removal of the data source124
Safe removal of the data source130
SD card140
Select audio source137
Settings126
Set to132
USB85, 140
Voice control119
WLAN142
Media Command Control
148
Main menu147
Supported formats148
Memory45
Memory Function for the seat77
Menu Setup
122, 130
Mirror73
Vanity71
MirrorLink®167
Connection establishment168
Disconnection168
Function issues168
Main menu168
Operation168
MODE button See driving mode
221
Modes of the automatic transmission194
Modifications and technical alterations240
Most common routes181
MSR201
Multi-function pocket100
Multi-media AUX
141
Multicollision brake (MCB)202
Multifunction display Data
44
Functions44
Memory45
Multifunction pocket95
Multifunction steering wheel43
Multimedia USB
140
Multimedia database139
Multimedia holder86
Mute118
My destinations175
My POIs175
N
N1
100
Nameplate288
Natural gas operation Warning light
37
navigation Map orientation
177
Start the route guidance179
Navigation Abort route guidance
181
Advanced settings129
Alternative routes128
Contacts174
Demo mode129, 180
Destination address172
Destination details179
Destination memory174
Destination on the map173
Destination presentation in the split screen178
Destination representation176
Dynamic route128
Edit route181
Favourites174
Final destinations173
Finish route guidance181
Foreword169
Fuel options129
GPS169
Graphical driving recommendations180
Home address174
Image with GPS176
Import destination175
Imported destinations128
Intermediate target179
Main menu170
308Index
UnlockingCentral locking button53
In case of emergency276
Remote control52
Unlocking and locking51
Unlock steering lock188
Update navigation data170
Update the navigation data129
USB85, 140
Safe removal130
Used vehicles Acceptance and recycling
242
Useful equipment 230-volt socket
90
Clothes hook88
Cup holders85
Glasses compartment87
Multimedia holder86
Removable through-loading bag89
Useful features Storage compartment
82
Useful Features 12-volt power socket in the luggage compart-ment
90
12-volt socket in the interior90
Ashtray91
Cigarette lighter91
Reflective vest265
Ticket holder83
User account Configuration wizard
118
User profile126, 132
V
Variable loading floor
100
vCard174, 175
Vehicle- settings187
Vehicle battery charging259
Safety instructions258
Warning light37
Vehicle care244
Vehicle cleaning244
Vehicle condition See auto check control
42
Vehicle data sticker288
Vehicle data sticker and nameplate Vehicle data sticker and nameplate
288
Vehicle dimensions292, 293
Vehicle height292, 293
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)288
Vehicle length292, 293
Vehicle systems187
Vehicle tool kit266
Vehicle washing Exterior
245
Vehicle width292, 293
Vest265
Video DVD Main menu
145
Playback145
Select video source145
Set to126
Video DVD menu146
Menu146
Video player145
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
288
Visibility70
Visors71
Voice control119
Commands121
Correction of a voice command input121
Help121
Not recognising a voice command121
on / off120
Operation principle120
Settings124
Stop / restore command121
Voicemail157
Volume118
Volume setting118
W
Waiter Voice control
120
Warning at when speeding45
Warning display low temperature39
Warning lights32
Warning symbols see Warning lights
32
Warning triangle265
Waste container85
Water in the fuel filter40
Waypoint mode183
Main menu183
Record waypoints184
Set waypoint manually184
Waypoint tour memory184, 185
Waypoint tour memory184, 185
Weather conditions240
Weights288, 289, 291
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolts
268
Caps268
Loosening and tightening269
Wheels260
Full trim267
Load Index263
Snow chains263
Speed symbol263
Tyre age260
Tyre damage260
Tyre pressure261
Tyre storage260
315Index