Connectivity
Activation of Full Link Fig. 14
Full Link Setup Fig. 15
Full Link menu Data connection via Wi-Fi or SIM is not nec-
e
s
s
ary to establish the connection between
the smartphone and Full Link.
Data connection via Wi-Fi or SIM is necessary to enable all of the app features 1)
.
Proceed as follows to use Full Link:
● Switch on the Infotainment system
● Connect the smartphone to the vehicle's
USB port u
sing a USB cable ››› Booklet In-
struction Manual.
● In the main menu for the Full Link setup,
select A
ctivate data transfer for SEAT apps
››› Fig. 14:
Finally, a message will appear stating that
data transfer will commence when the device
is connected. Please note that data is trans-
ferred over connections between your vehicle
and mobile device. Press OK. Once selected,
the technology compatible with your device
can be used. Note
Depending on your smartphone, it may have
to be u n
locked for the connection to occur. What should I do if it does not con-
nect?
Restart the mobile device
Check the USB cable visually.
Make sure that the USB cable is not damaged. Check
that both connections (USB/micro USB) are not dam-
aged or worn.
Visually check that
the USB ports are
properly connected.
Check that the vehi-
cle and device USB
connections are not
damaged and/or
worn.Clean the USB ports (device and
vehicle).
Try another compatible mobile
device.
Have the USB port replaced at a
SEAT Authorised Service.
Have the mobile device re-
paired or replace it.
Try another compatible mobile device.
1)
Using the data connection to transfer the smart-
phone app s
to Full Link may involve additional
charges. Please check the charges with your opera-
tor.
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Connectivity
Pairing of portable devices supporting
the Mirr orLink®
, Andr oid Aut
o™
and/or Apple CarPlay™ technologies Fig. 16
Full Link menu Carousel
When
y
ou ent
er the Full Link context for the
first time, the technologies available for pair-
ing the portable device are displayed.
Once the device connects via USB, the sys-
tem will offer you the technologies available
for establishing a connection with your mo- bile phone.
In the event of simultaneous connections be-
tween two devices with different operating
systems, a choice will be presented for which
one to make the connection with ›››
Fig. 16. View of the device list
iPhone™ device
s only support Apple Car-
Play™.
There are some Android devices that support
MirrorLink ®
and Android Auto™.
Bear in mind that once the device is connec-
ted it will not be available as an audio
source.
Full Link setup
Function button: function
Data transfer for SEAT apps: allows the exchange of infor-
mation between the vehicle and applications authorised
by SEAT. Last Mode
If
a se
s
sion using one technology ends with-
out the disconnection being made from the
Infotainment system (simply by disconnect-
ing the cable) then when the device is next
connected to it, the session will start without
the user being required to take any action 1)
.
Information
Consult the mobile device manual.
Depends on each technology: Availability in a country
Third par
ty applications
For further information:
MirrorLink ®
:
www.mirrorlink.com
Apple CarPlay™:
www.apple.com/ios/carplay
Android Auto™:
www.android.com/auto Note
● In order t o u
se Android Auto™ technology
it is necessary to download the Android
Auto™ application, located on Google
Play™.
● Only compatible applications can be used,
in accor
dance with the technology connected. 1.
2.
1)
Unless the device requires the screen to be un-
lock ed in or
der to establish the connection. 21
Connectivity
Apple CarPlay™* 3 Valid for compatible iPhone™ mobile telephones.
A l
so, iPhone™ mobile telephones only support Ap-
ple CarPlay™
Apple CarPlay™ is a protocol which enables
communication between a mobile telephone
and the Infotainment system via USB.
This makes it possible to display and operate
the mobile telephone on the Infotainment
system screen.
Requirements
In order to use Apple CarPlay™, the following
requirements must be met:
● Make sure that you do not have Apple
CarPl a
y™ restricted on your device, at: Set-
tings > General > Restrictions > CarPlay > ON.
● The mobile device must be compatible with
Appl
e CarPlay™.
● The mobile device must be connected to
the Infotainment
system via USB.
Initiating the connection
In order to initiate the connection with the
mobile device, it is simply necessary to con-
nect it to the Infotainment system via the
USB connection.
● A pop-up screen will appear, which will re-
quest
that you accept the device. ●
If y
ou start the session using Apple
CarPlay™ technology, it will not be possible
to pair another device via Bluetooth™. The
following message will appear in the main
PHONE menu:
Please disconnect Apple CarPlay
first, before you can connect
another mobile telephone.
Holding down the steering wheel multifunc-
tion button or the VOICE button of the Info-
t ainment
sy
stem will start the Apple™ voice
“engine”.
To return to the basic contents of the Infotain-
ment system, press the SEAT icon.
Android Auto™* 3 V
alid for compatible Android mobile phones.
Andr
oid Auto™ is a protocol which enables
communication between a portable device
and the Infotainment system via USB.
This makes it possible to display and operate
the mobile telephone on the Infotainment
system screen.
Requirements
In order to use Android Auto™, the following
requirements must be met:
● The mobile device must be compatible with
Android Aut o™. ●
The mo
bi
le device must be connected to
the Infotainment system via USB.
● The Android Auto™ application should al-
rea
dy be downloaded and installed on the
mobile device.
Initiating the connection
In order to initiate the connection with the
mobile device, it is simply necessary to con-
nect it to the Infotainment system via the
USB connection, and to be sure to follow the
instructions of the device being paired.
● The first connection to Android Auto™
must
be done while the vehicle is stationary.
● Once the first pop-up window about accept-
ing dat
a transfer between the car and the de-
vice has been accepted, a message will ap-
pear requesting that you check your mobile
device for the confirmations needed to pair it
with the Infotainment system.
● If you are initiating the session using
Android Auto™ t
echnology via USB, the mo-
bile telephone connects automatically via
Bluetooth™ to the Infotainment system tele-
phone and it will not be possible to pair an-
other mobile telephone via Bluetooth™.
Holding down the steering wheel multifunc-
tion button or the VOICE button of the Info-
t ainment
sy
stem will start the Android™
voice “engine”. »
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Connectivity
Frequently asked questions about Full LinkWhat is the connection method?USB cable.
Will the USB cable be supplied with the vehicle?No. The USB cable supplied with the device should be used.
Is navigation possible?Navigation is possible in each one of the Full Link technologies if the technology is available in your coun-
try and if you have the Navigation app.
What is the difference between using the Full Link system navigator (via
telephone) instead of another navigator?Advantages: daily updates.
Disadvantages: data consumption, reception problems.
Can I send voice messages?With certified apps, such as SEAT ConnectApp, you can answer but not send.
What apps will be visible as I am driving?Depending on the technology:
– for MirrorLink ®
: apps certified by SEAT and the CCC,
– for Android Auto™: the Apps selected by Google™,
– for Apple CarPlay™: the Apps selected by Apple™.
Where can I find compatible Apps?The compatible apps are shown at the following
links:www.mirrorlink.com/
www.android.com/auto/
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
Where can I download the apps?From Google Play™ for Android Auto™/MirrorLink ®
and from the Apple Store™ for Apple CarPlay™.
If Full Link stops working, where can I have it repaired?If the problem is in the car, you should go to the dealer. If the problem is in the mobile device, you should
see your mobile telephone vendor.
Will WhatsApp be certified?This depends on the technology.
Is MirrorLink ®
available in my country?Yes, MirrorLink ®
is available in all the countries and regions where SEAT operates.
What are the differences between MirrorLink ®
, Android Auto™ and Apple
CarPlay™?MirrorLink ®
is not compatible with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™, as they are different technolo-
gies. They all coexist in Full Link, although Android Auto™ is designed for mobile devices with the An-
droid™ operating system, and Apple CarPlay™ for iPhone.
Can MirrorLink ®
be installed in a previous SEAT model?No, that is not possible.
Where can I find more information about Full Link?If in doubt, please refer to the Innovation/Connectivity sections of our website: www.seat.es or
www.seat.com, or send your query to [email protected] 25
Connectivity
SEAT Media Control Intr oduction 3 Only available for the model: Navi System Plus
The S
EAT Media Control 1)
app can be used to
remotely operate some partial functions in
Radio mode, Media mode and Navigation
mode. Information can be exchanged be-
tween a device and the Infotainment System.
Each one of the functions is operated by
means of a Tablet or partially by means of a
mobile phone.
Operating requirements:
● A tablet or mobile phone.
● The app must be available on the corre-
spondin g dev
ice.
● There must be a WLAN connection between
the Infotainment
System and the device
››› page 51.
Make sure that data transfer for apps is acti-
vated:
● From the SETTINGS menu > Data transfer for
SE
AT apps, there is a checkbox to acti-
vate/deactivate the function and a dropdown
menu called Operation via apps which con-trols the level of interaction between the
apps
and the system ››› table on page 90.
You can obtain information about technical
requirements on the SEAT website or at SEAT
dealerships.
Telephone functions are not part of the func-
tions of this app.
Data transmission and control func-
tions Fig. 19
SEAT Media Control Main menu The Infotainment System can be operated
fr
om other se
ats
in the vehicle as follows,
with the help of SEAT Media Control:
● Radio remote control.
● Multimedia playback remote control. The following information can be exchanged
between a devic
e and the Infotainment Sys-
tem, depending on the country and the
equipment:
● Navigation destinations.
● Traffic information.
● Social media contents.
● Audio transmission.
● Vehicle data.
● Location-specific information, for example,
POIs.
WLAN hotspot
Introduction 3 Only
available for the model: Navi System Plus
The Inf
otainment System can be used as a
WLAN hotspot to connect up to 8 WLAN devi-
ces ››› page 27, Configure WLAN hotspot .
The Infotainment System can also use the
WLAN hotspot of an external wireless device
to provide Internet to the devices connected
to the hotspot (WLAN client) ››› page 27,
Configuring internet access .1)
Availability depends on the country.
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Connectivity
Note
● Data tr an
smission may incur charges. Due
to the high volume of data exchanged, SEAT
recommends the use of a flat rate mobile
phone deal for data transmission. Mobile
phone operators can provide the relevant in-
formation.
● The exchange of data packages over the in-
ternet m
ay generate additional costs, de-
pending on your mobile phone rate, particu-
larly if you are abroad (for example, roaming
rates). Configure WLAN hotspot
The Infotainment System can be used as a
w
ir
el
ess hotspot to connect up to 8 wireless
devices.
Establishing the connection with the wire-
less network (WLAN)
● Press the Infotainment MENU button and
then pr
ess the SETTINGS menu.
● Activate the wireless network (WLAN) on
the Infotainment
System. To do so, press the
WLAN function button.
● Activate the wireless network (WLAN) on
the wirel
ess device that is to be connected. If
necessary, refer to the manufacturer’s in-
struction manual. ●
Activat
e the mobile device assignment on
the Infotainment System. To do so, press the
Mobile hotspot function button and activate
the checkbox.
● Enter and confirm the network key dis-
pla
yed on the wireless device.
The following hotspot settings can also be
made on the Hotspot settings menu:
WPA2 encryption automatical-
ly generates a network key.
Network key automatically gen-
erated. Press the function button to
manually change the network key. The
network key must have a minimum of 8
characters and a maximum of 63.
WLAN Network name (maximum of 32
characters).
Activate
the checkbox to deactivate the visibility
of the wireless (WLAN) network.
The wireless (WLAN) connection is establish-
ed. To complete the connection, it may be
necessary to enter other data into the wire-
less device.
Repeat this process to connect other wireless
devices. Security level:
Network key:
SSID:
Do not send network name (SSID): Configuring internet access The Infotainment System can use the WLAN
hotspot
of
an external wireless device to es-
tablish an internet connection.
Establishing the connection with the wire-
less network (WLAN)
● Activate the wireless hotspot on the exter-
nal dev
ice. If necessary, refer to the manufac-
turer’s instruction manual.
● Press the Infotainment MENU button and
then pr
ess the SETTINGS menu; OR access
Media or SEAT Media Control mode and
press the SETTINGS menu.
● Press the WLAN menu and then enter IN-
TERNET A
CCESS SETTINGS and activate the
checkbox.
● Press the Find f
unction button and select
the wireless device you want from the list.
● If necessary, enter the network key of the
wirel
ess device in the Infotainment System
and confirm with OK.
To manually enter the net-
work settings of an external wireless
(WLAN) device.
The wireless (WLAN) connection is establish-
ed. To complete the connection, it may be
necessary to enter other data into the wire-
less device. »
Manual settings:
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Audio and Media ModeValid for the model: Navi System Plus
Data storage deviceRequirements for playing in the unit
Audio filesVideo files
Optical discs:
– audio CD (up to 80 min).
– Standard video DVD and DVD-compatible audio DVD.
– CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW with audio data up to a maximum of 700
MB (megabytes) using ISO 9660 Level 1 and 2, Joliet or UDF 1.02,
1.5, 2.01 file system.
– DVD+/-R/RW up to a maximum of 4.7 GB and DVD double layer
up to a maximum of 8.5 GB using Joliet (single-session only) file
system; UDF.
Memory cards :
– SD and MMC in the file system must be FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 or
VFAT (max. 2 GB).
– SDHC (max. 32 GB) and SDXC (max. 2 TB (terabytes) in exFAT and
NTFS file systems.
USB data storage device:
– Devices compliant with USB 2.0 and 3.0 specifications
– FAT16, FAT32, exFAT and NTFS file systems.
– iPods™ a)
, iPads™ a)
and iPhones™ a)
of various generations.
– MTP players with the “PlaysForSure” or “ReadyForVista” logo.
Jukebox (internal SSD memory).
– Digital Audio specification.
– MP2 (.mp2) and MP3 (.mp3) files with bit rates of
between 32 and 320 kbit/s or variable bit rate.
– WAV (.wav) files.
– WMA (.wma) files up to 10 mono/stereo without
copy protection and bit rates of up to 384 kbit/s.
– AAC (.m4a, .m4b and .aac) files without copy pro-
tection
– OGG-Vorbis 1 (.ogg) files with bit rates of up to 256
kbit/s.
– FLAC (.flac) files.
– Files in Matroska container (.mka) format.
– Maximum resolution 720 x 576 pixel and 25-30 fps
(frames per second).
– MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 (.mpg, .mpeg, .m2ts, .avi
and .mkv) format with maximum resolution of 352x288
pixel.
– ISO MPEG-4 (.mp4, .m4v, .avi, .mov, .3gp and .mkv) for-
mat.
– MPEG-4 ASP DivX 4, 5 and 6 (.avi, .divx and .mkv) for-
mat.
– MPEG-4 Xvid (.avi and .mkv) format.
– MPEG-4 H.264 format: (.mp4, .m4v, .mov, .
3gp, .avi, .m2ts, .mkv, .flv, .f4v and .webm).
– Windows Media Video 9 (.wmv, .asf, .mp4, .m4v, .mov, .
3gp and .avi) format.
– MJPEG (.avi, .mov, .mp4 and .m4v) format.
– Theora (.ogv) format.
– Playlists in the formats M3U, PLS, ASX and WPL.
– Playlists must not exceed 20 kB or more than 1000 entries.
– Filenames and paths that do not exceed 256 characters.
– For DVD, a maximum of 1000 files per storage device and directory.
– For memory cards, a maximum of 4000 files and a maximum of 1000 files per directory.
– For Jukebox (SSD) a maximum of 3000 files.
Playing audio files via the AUX-IN socket.– The external audio source must meet a series of playback conditions
››› page 48.
Audio file playback via Bluetooth
®b)
.– The external media player must be compatible with the A2DP Bluetooth ®
profile ››› page 48.
Audio file playback via WLAN.– The external audio source must meet a series of playback conditions
››› page 51
a)
iPod™, iPad™ and iPhone™ are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
b) Bluetooth ®
is a registered trademark of Bluetooth ®
SIG, Inc.
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Audio and Media ModeValid for the model: Media System Plus/Navi System
Data storage deviceRequirements for playing in the unit
Audio files
Optical discs:
– audio CD (up to 80 min).
– CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW with audio data up to a maximum of 700 MB (mega-
bytes) using ISO 9660 Level 1 and 2, Joliet or UDF 1.02, 1.5, 2.01 file system.
Memory cards :
– SD and MMC in the file system must be FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 or VFAT (max. 2
GB).
– SDHC (max. 32 GB) and SDXC (max. 2 TB (terabytes) in exFAT and NTFS file
systems.
USB data storage device:
– Devices compliant with USB 2.0 and 3.0 specifications.
– FAT16, FAT32, exFAT and NTFS file systems.
– iPods™ a)
, iPads™ a)
and iPhones™ a)
of various generations.
– MTP players with the “PlaysForSure” or “ReadyForVista” logo.
– Digital Audio specification.
– MP2 (.mp2) and MP3 (.mp3) files with bit rates of between 32 and 320 kbit/s or variable bit rate.
– WAV (.wav) files.
– WMA (.wma) files up to 10 mono/stereo without copy protection and bit rates of up to 384 kbit/s.
– AAC (.m4a, .m4b and .aac) files without copy protection
– OGG-Vorbis 1 (.ogg) files with bit rates of up to 256 kbit/s.
– FLAC (.flac) files.
– Playlists in the formats M3U, PLS, ASX and WPL.
– Playlists must not exceed 20 kB or have more than 1000 entries.
– Filenames and paths that do not exceed 256 characters.
– For memory cards, a maximum of 4000 files and a maximum of 1000 files per directory.
Playing audio files via the AUX-IN socket.– The external audio source must meet a series of playback conditions
››› page 48.
Audio file playback via Bluetooth
®b)
.– The external media player must be compatible with the A2DP Bluetooth ®
profile ››› page 48.
a)
iPod™, iPad™ and iPhone™ are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
b) Bluetooth ®
is a registered trademark of Bluetooth ®
SIG, Inc.
Read and bear in mind the manufacturer's in-
struction manual for the external data stor-
age device. Restrictions and instructions
Contamin
ation, exposure to high tempera-
tures and mechanical damage may render a
data medium unusable. Please observe the
manufacturer's instructions. Variations in the quality of data media pro-
duced by
different manufacturers can lead to
problems during playback.
Please observe copyright laws. »
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