2016 SKODA RAPID SPACEBACK android auto

Table of Contents
Important information about this Owner's
Manual3
Explanations and further information
4
Abbreviations
Introductory information
Important notes
6
Device overview
7
Device operation and settings
Device operation
12
Voice control
14
Device settings
16
Radio
Operation
21
Settings
23
Media
Operation
24
Audio sources
26
Pictures
Image viewer
31
Video DVD
Video player
32
TV tuner
TV function
34Media Command
Using the system36
Phone
Introductory information
39
Pair and connect
42
Use the SIM card in the external module
45
rSAP
46
Telephone functions
46
Text messages (SMS)
50
Hotspot (WLAN) and data connection
Hotspot (WLAN)
52
data connection
53
SmartLink
Introductory information
54
Android Auto ™
55
Apple CarPlay ™
56
MirrorLink®
56
Navigation
Introductory information
59
Search for destination and enter
60
Import my destinations
64
Map
65
Route guidance
68
Route
70
Waypoint mode
72Traffic reports74
Settings
76
Vehicle systems
CAR - vehicle setting
78
Adjustment of the heating and cooling system
82
Index
2Table of Contents

Software updateFig. 12
QR code with reference to the
ŠKODA websites
Part of the device is the installed software.
The software update ensures optimum operation of the device (e.g.. Compati-
bility with new phones, updating the radio station logo).
Current information on the compatibility of external devices can be found on
the following ŠKODAInternet pages. This is done by reading the QR code
» Fig. 12 by the associated application in the external device (e.g. phone, tablet)
or after typing the following address into the web browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/updateportal
▶ To display the software information , press the 
button, then tap on the
System information function surface  Tap on
→
system information
.
▶ To start the software update , tap on the
Update software
function surface in
the displayed menu.
Device on / off
›
To power on/off the device, press .
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 of this via a text message on the device display.
Restart the device
If the device does not respond (if it “freezes”) This can be restarted by holing 
for longer than 10 s.
Unit menus
Fig. 13
Overview of the device menu
›
To
display the device menu overview, press the  button.
Overview of the device menu » Fig. 13
Menu Radio » page 21
Menu Media » page 24
Menu Images » page 31
sound settings
Unit set-up » page 16
- Adjusting the vehicle systems (not applicable to Yeti) » page 78
Navigation menu » page 59 (Applies to Columbus, Amundsen)
Menu Telephone » page 39
TV tuner (Applies to Columbus) » page 34
Target-oriented traffic information (TMC) (applies to Columbus, Amundsen)
» page 74
Media Command menu » page 36
Menu SmartLink » page 54
When connecting a supported external device instead of the symbol 
the actual connection is shown instead of a symbol
▶  -
Android Auto

» page 55
▶  -
Apple CarPlay

» page 56
▶  -
MirrorLink®

» page 56
11Introductory information

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 43.
Separate the Bluetooth ®
player
›
Terminate the connection in the list of paired devices » page 44.
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 Bluetooth ®
player(applies to Amundsen, Bolero)
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 44, 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 Columbus, 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 52.
›
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
.
29Media

Symbol » Fig. 33FunctionDisplay program information for the next 24 hours (EPG) /  /  / Display the specified line in the lower teletext page (the
same colour field or number)
Settings
›
In the main menu TV tuner press the function surface 
surface.
■
Arrow buttons
- Set the station select function in the TV tuner menu
■
Preset list
- Change between stations stored in the preset list
■
Station list
- Switch between all available TV stations
■
Screen
- Brightness, contrast and colour settings
■
Format:
- Selection of aspect ratio
■
Audio channel:
- Audio channel selection
■
TV standard:
- Selection of TV-Region
■
Subtitles
- Enable / disable the subtitle display
■
Sound
- sound settings
■
Automatic station tracking
- Switch on / off the automatic station tracking
■
Preset list
- Management of the storage list
Media Command
Using the system
Introduction to the subject
Applies to Amundsen (Does not apply to Yeti).
The Media Commandfunction allows playback of audio files or videos in up to
two Tablets That are connected to the device via WLAN, to control the device.
The Media Command function enables operation of tablets with the operating
system Android or iOS and with the running application ŠKODA Media
Command.
Connect tablet with device
›
Turn on the device hotspot (WLAN) (press the button  then the functional
surface  Tap
→
WLAN
→
Mobile hotspot
→
Mobile hotspot
.
›
Turn on WiFi in tablet.
›
The hotspot of the device (if necessary, enter the password for the connec-
tion setup according to the setting of the device hotspots » page 52).
›
In the tablet, start the application ŠKODA Media Command.
CAUTION
If several devices are connected to the device via WLAN, there is a risk that the
quality of the WLAN connection, and thus the function of Media Command may
be affected.
Main Menu - connected to a tablet
Fig. 34
Main menu: a tablet is connected
›
to display of the main menu Media Command press the button , then the
functional surface 
surface. 
36Media Command

Phone
Introductory information
Introduction to the subject
This chapter deals with the operation of a device with the telephone connec- ted via Bluetooth ®
as well as the use of the SIM-card in the external module.
Depending on the Bluetooth ®
-profile used it is possible to connect to a tele-
phone or two phones simultaneously to the device.
The SIM card in the external module can be used for data and telephone serv-
ices (applies to Columbus).
If telephones are connected to the device with multiple SIM cards, then calls
can be accepted by all SIM cards of the connected telephones.
For outgoing calls, it depends on the type of connected telephone, either only
the primary SIM card or one of the other SIM cards can be selected.
The device makes it possible to choose if you want to work with text messag-
es on the main phone (if supported by phone), or work with text messages in-
serted in the external module.
If the device to is connected to an external device via Apple CarPlay ™
, then the
use of the Bluetooth ®
Connection is not possible and the phone menu is not
available. A possible data connection via the SIM card remains operational
» page 53 .
If the device is connected to an external device via Android Auto ™
then the
connected phones and the Bluetooth ®
player are automatically disconnected
by connecting to external device and it connects to the device via Bluetooth ®
.
Connecting an additional telephone and the use of telephone services on the
SIM card via Android Auto ™
is not possible over the duration of the connection.
If the Bluetooth ®
Feature was not turned on in external device to be connec-
ted, it will be automatically switched on usingAndroid Auto ™
switched when
setting up the connection. A possible data connection via the SIM card remains
operational » page 53.
Phonebox
The storage compartment in the front centre console can be equipped with
the Phonebox function » Owner's Manual .
If a telephone is directed, with its rear side downwards, on the pad in the stor-
age compartment, the phone signal is amplified by the roof antenna.
Telephones that support the Qi standard for wireless charging, can also be charged wirelessly in the storage compartment.WARNINGThe general binding country-specific regulations for operating mobile
phones in the vehicle must be observed.WARNINGWhile wireless charging is taking place, no objects may be between the pad
and the telephone being charged.■
Metal objects can become hot due to the action of the induction field -
There is a risk of injury. If there is a metal object in the storage compart-
ment that has become hot, then take out the telephone and let the object
cool in the storage compartment!
CAUTION
While wireless charging is taking place, there may be noobjects between the
pad and the telephone being charged - thePhoneboxFunction could be im-
paired.■
With cards with a magnetic strip or chip, SD card, USB flash drives and similar
devices, there is a risk of data loss and damage to the disk.
■
Metal objects can become hot due to the action of the induction field - there
is a risk of damage to the telephone.
Note
■ At the start of the wireless charging, the appropriate message appears on
the device screen.■
For optimum telephone signal strength and uninterrupted wireless charging,
we recommend placing the phone in the storage compartment without the
protective sleeve, if possible.
■
It is normal for the telephone to heat up during the wireless charging.
39Phone

SmartLink
Introductory information
Introduction to the subject
Fig. 54
QR code with reference to the
ŠKODA websites
Read in the QR code » Fig. 54using 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. 55
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. 55
Active connection
Display of information about SmartLink 
A54SmartLink

Disconnection (appears with active connections)
Settings for the menu SmartLink » page 55
Connection set-up ▶ Connect the external device via a connecting cable to the USB input » Own-
er's Manual .
▶ In the main menu SmartLink Choose the connected external device and the
type of communication system if necessary » Fig. 55 - 
.
Return to the main menu of the active connection from another device menu
(E.g. From the Radiomenu)
▶ Press the button 

→ active connection ( 
/ 
/ 
).
Disconnection
▶ To end the connection, in the main menu SmartLink the functional surface 
Interface » Fig. 55 -
 .
▶ or Disconnect the device from the USB input.
If the connection was ended by pressing the function surface  From the main
menu SmartLink , it is necessary to re-establish the connection when the ex-
ternal 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.
Settings
›
In the SmartLink main menu, tap on the function surface
 surface.
■
Activate data transfer for ŠKODA apps
- turn on/off the data transfer for the con-
nected device for ŠKODA applications
■ MirrorLink® - Settings of the communication system MirrorLink ®
■
Screen orientation
- Setting the screen display
■
Landscape
- Width display
■
Portrait
- Height display
■
Turned 180 degrees
- Turn on / off the 180 ° inversion
■
Allow MirrorLink® Notes display
- Turn on / off the display of messages of Mirror
link ®
applications in the device screen
Android Auto ™
Introduction to the subject
The Android Auto ™
connection can be set up under the following conditions.
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 the device 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 new
telephone connection using Bluetooth ®
as a main phone. Connecting an addi-
tional telephone and using telephone services of the SIM card inserted in the
external module is not possible throughout the duration of the connection. A
possible data connection by using the SIM card inserted in the external module
remains operational » page 53.
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 the device, 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 Auto ™
connection supports
can be found on the ™
Google website. Functionality is not guaranteed outside
of the supported regions.
Main menu
Fig. 56
Android Auto™: Main menu 
55SmartLink

Index
A
A2DP/AVRCP
44
Abort route guidance70
ACC80
Adaptive Cruise Control80
Additional keyboard languages18
Additional windows Audio
60
Compass60
Manoeuvre60, 69
Map60
Menus60
Most frequent routes60
Satellite data60
Turn on/off60
Waypoint tour60
Aim Enter destination using the address
61
entered in map62
Search60
Air conditioning83
Alphanumeric with keyboard13
Alternative routes76
Android Auto™55
Connection establishment55
Disconnection55
Home Page55
APN19
Apple CarPlay™56
Connection establishment56
disconnection56
Main menu56
Assistance systems80
AT THE21
Audio Media
24
Radio21
Audio source26
Auto-locking81
Automatic air conditioning83
Automatic air recirculation mode83
Automatic driving light when raining79
Automatic rear window wiper81
Automatic wiping when raining81
AUX29
Settings26
Auxiliary heating83
B
Background lighting
81
Blind spot monitoring80
Bluetooth A2DP / AVRCP
19
Name19
on / off19
Paired external devices19
rSAP46
set to19, 41
Set to19
Update11, 19
Visibility19
Bluetooth Player29
Bluetooth profile44
Breakdown service46
Broadcasting21
See main menu21
Button CAR78
C
Call list Call list
48
CAR78
CD27
Central locking81
Clear calls41
Climatronic display83
setting83
Close81
Comfort turn signal79
COMING HOME79
Compatible sources Pictures
32
Video DVD33
Conditions for coupling43
Conference call49
Configuration wizard16
Convenience consumer78
Cooling system82
Custom destination64
D
DAB
21
Additional information21
Radio Text and image presentation21
Settings23
DAB slideshow21
Data connection53
Data roaming19
Data transfer of external devices14
Date17
Daytime running light79
Daytime running light when raining79
Default settings18
Delete destination68
Demo mode69, 77
Destination Custom destination
64
Favourite63, 68
final destinations62
Flagged destination63
Home address63
Image with GPS64
Memory68
85Index