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When the USB port is used, the
portable device charges automatically.
A message is displayed if the power
consumption of the portable device
exceeds the current supplied by the
vehicle.
12 V socket
The auxiliary socket is located in the central
storage box.
It permits the connection of a portable device,
such as a digital audio player of the iPod
® type,
to listen to your music files using the vehicle's
speakers.
The management of the files is done using your
portable device. The USB port is located in the central storage
compartment.
It allows the connection of a portable device or
a USB memory stick.
It plays the audio files transmitted to your audio
system and heard via the vehicle's speakers.
You can manage these files using the steering
mounted or touch screen controls.
Auxiliary socket
USB port
For more information on the use of this
equipment, refer to the "Audio and telematics"
supplement.
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o connect a 12 V accessory (maximum
power: 120 Watts), lift the cover and
connect a suitable adaptor.
Do not exceed the maximum power
rating of the socket (other wise there is a
risk of damaging your portable device).
The connection of an electrical device
not approved by CITROËN, such as a
USB charger, may adversely affect the
operation of vehicle electrical systems,
causing faults such as poor telephone
reception or inter ference with displays
in the screens.
Ease of use and comfort

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Select the audio source (depending on version): - FM / DAB * / AM * radio stations. - USB memory stick. - CD player. - Media player connected via the auxiliary socket (Jack, cable not supplied). - Telephone connected by Bluetooth * using
Bluetooth * audio streaming.
* Depending on equipment.
Certain information is displayed permanently in the upper band of the touch screen: - Reminder of the air conditioning information and direct access to the corresponding menu. - Go directly to the selection of the audio source, to the list of radio stations (or list of titles depending on the source).
- Go to the message notifications, emails, map updates and, depending on the services, the navigation notifications. - Go to the settings for the touch screen and the digital instrument panel.
In very hot conditions, the volume may be limited to protect the system. It may go into standby (screen and sound off) for at least 5 minutes.
The return to normal takes place when the temperature in the passenger compartment has dropped.
In the "Settings" menu you can create a profile for just one person or a group of people with common points, with the possibility of entering a multitude of settings (radio presets, audio settings, navigation history, contact favourites, ...); these settings are taken into account automatically.

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USB port Selecting the source
Select " Source ".
Press Radio Media to display the primary page.
The system builds playlists (in temporary memory), an operation which can take from a few seconds to several minutes at the first connection. Reduce the number of non-music files and the number of folders to reduce the waiting time. The playlists are updated every time the ignition is switched off or connection of a USB memory stick. The lists are memorised: if they are not modified, the subsequent loading time will be shorter.
Insert the USB memory stick into the USB port or connect the USB device to the USB port using a suitable cable (not supplied).
Auxiliary (AUX) socket
First adjust the volume of your portable device (to a high level). Then adjust the volume of your audio system. Display and management of the controls are via the portable device.
This source is only available if "Auxiliary input" has been checked in the audio settings.
(depending on equipment)
Connect the portable device (MP3 player…) to the auxiliary Jack socket using an audio cable (not supplied).
Choose the source.
Bluetooth ® Bluetooth ® Bluetooth audio streaming ® audio streaming ®
Streaming allows you to listen to music from your telephone.
The Bluetooth profile must be activated. First adjust the volume on your portable device (to a high level). Then adjust the volume of your audio system.
If play does not start automatically, it may be necessary to start the audio playback from the telephone. Control is from the portable device or by using the system's touch buttons.
Once connected in streaming mode, the telephone is considered to be a media source.
To protect the system, do not use a USB hub.
CD player (depending on equipment)
Insert the CD in the player.

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using a suitable cable (not supplied). Play starts automatically.
Control is via the audio system.
The classifications available are those of the portable device connected (artists / albums / genres / playlists / audiobooks / podcasts). The default classification used is by artist. To modify the classification used, return to the first level of the menu then select the desired classification (playlists for example) and confirm to go down through the menu to the desired track.
The version of software in the audio system may not be compatible with the generation of your Apple ® player. ® player. ®
The audio equipment will only play audio files with ".wma, .aac, .flac, .ogg and .mp3" file extensions and with a bit rate of between 32 Kbps and 320 Kbps. It also supports VBR (Variable Bit Rate) mode. No other type of file (.mp4, ...) can be played. ".wma" files must be of the standard wma 9 type. The sampling rates supported are 32, 44 and 48 KHz.
In order to be able to play a burned CDR or CDRW, when burning it is preferable to select
standards ISO 9660 level 1, 2 or Joliet. If the disc is burned in another format, it may not be played correctly. It is recommended that the same burning standard is always used on an individual disc, with as low a speed as possible (4x maximum) for the best sound quality. In the particular case of a multi-session CD, the Joliet standard is recommended.
It is advisable to restrict file names to 20 characters, without using of special characters (e.g.: " " ? ; ù) to avoid any playing and displaying problems.
Information and advice
Use only USB memory sticks formatted FAT 32 (file allocation table).
The system supports USB mass storage devices, BlackBerry ® devices ® devices ®
or Apple ® players via USB ports. The ® players via USB ports. The ®
adaptor cable is not supplied.
Control of the peripheral device is with the audio system controls. Other peripherals, not recognised on connection, must be connected to the auxiliary socket using a Jack cable (not supplied) or via Bluetooth streaming, depending on compatibility.
It is recommended that the original USB cable for the portable device is used.
To protect the system, do not use a USB hub.

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QUESTIONANSWERSOLUTION
Playback of my USB memory stick starts only after a very long wait (around 2 to 3 minutes).
Some files supplied with the memory stick may greatly slow down access to reading the memory stick (multiplication by 10 of the catalogue time).
Delete the files supplied with the memory stick and limit the number of sub-folders in the file structure on the memory stick.
The CD is ejected automatically or is not played by the player.
The CD is inserted upside down, is unplayable, does not contain any audio data or contains an audio format which the player does not recognise. Check that the CD is inserted in the player the right way up. Check the condition of the CD: the CD cannot be played if it is too badly damaged. Check the content in the case of a recorded CD: refer to the advice in the "AUDIO" section. The audio system's CD player does not play DVDs. Some recorded CDs will not be played by the audio system because they are not of adequate quality.
The CD has been recorded in a format that is not compatible with the player (udf, ...).
The CD is protected by an anti-pirating protection system which is not recognised by the audio system.
There is a long waiting period following the insertion of a CD or connection of a USB memory stick.
When a new medium is inserted, the system reads a certain amount of data (directory, title, artist, etc.). This may take from a few seconds to a few minutes.
This phenomenon is normal.
The CD player sound is p o o r. The CD used is scratched or of poor quality. Insert good quality CDs and store them in suitable conditions.
The audio equipment settings (bass, treble, ambiences) are unsuitable. Set the treble or bass level to 0, without selecting an ambience.

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Select the audio source (depending on version): - FM / DAB * / AM * stations. - Telephone connected by Bluetooth * and using Bluetooth * audio streaming. - CD player. - USB memory stick. - Media player connected to the auxiliary
socket (Jack, cable not supplied).
* Depending on equipment.
Certain information is displayed permanently in the upper band of the touch screen: - Reminder of the air conditioning information, and direct access to the corresponding menu. - Reminder of the Radio Media and Telephone menu information. - Access to the Settings of the touch screen
and digital instrument panel.
In very hot conditions, the volume may be limited to protect the system. It may go into standby (screen and sound off) for at least 5 minutes The return to normal takes place when the temperature in the passenger
compartment has dropped.
In the "Settings" menu you can create a profile for just one person or a group of people with common points, with the possibility of entering a multitude of settings (radio presets, audio settings, ambiences, ...); these settings are taken into account automatically.

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Radio Media
SOURCES
AUX
OPTIONSAudio settings Configure the audio settings.
Radio Media
SOURCES
USB
Player Display the details of the music being played.
Tracks list Display the current selection.
Library Display the music library.
OPTIONSAudio settings Configure the audio settings.

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USB port Selecting the source
Press the " SOURCES " button.
Press Radio Media to display the primary page.
The system builds playlists (in temporary memory), an operation which can take from a few seconds to several minutes at the first connection. Reduce the number of non-music files and the number of folders to reduce the waiting time. The playlists are updated every time the ignition is switched off or connection of a USB memory stick. The lists are memorised: if they are not modified, the subsequent loading time will be shorter.
Insert the USB memory stick in the USB port or connect the USB device to the USB port using a suitable cable (not supplied).
Auxiliary socket (AUX)
First adjust the volume of your portable device (to a high level). Then adjust the volume of your audio system. Display and management of the controls are via the portable device.
This source is only available if "Auxiliary input" has been checked in the audio settings.
Connect the portable device (MP3 player…) to the auxiliary Jack socket using an audio cable (not supplied).
Choose the source.
Bluetooth Streaming ®Bluetooth Streaming ®Bluetooth Streaming
Streaming allows you to listen to music from your telephone.
The Bluetooth profile must be activated. First adjust the volume on your portable device (to a high level). Then adjust the volume of your system.
If play does not start automatically, it may be necessary to start the audio playback from the smartphone. Control is from the portable device or by using the system's touch buttons.
Once connected in Streaming mode, the smartphone is considered to be a media source.
To protect the system, do not use a USB hub.