
■Radio Data System (RDS) - enable/disable RDS function (receiving additional in-
formation from the station)
■Frequency control (AF)
 - Search for alternative frequencies of the station cur-
rently being played to on/off
■
Advanced setup DAB
 - Other DAB broadcast area settings
■
DAB traffic announcements
 - Switch on/off DAB traffic announcements
■
Other DAB announcements
 - Switch on/off other announcements (e.g., warn-
ings, regional weather, sports reports, financial news)
■
Station tracking. DAB
 - Switch on/off automatic DAB station tracking on anoth-
er frequency or in other station groups
■
Aut. DAB - FM switching
 - Switch on/off auto-switching from DAB to the FM
broadcasting range if the DAB signal is lost
Media settings
›
Press the button   
→ 
Media
.
■
Mix/repeat including sub-folders
 - Switching the title display on/off including sub-
folders
Display settings
›
Press the button  →
Screen
.
■
Screen off (in 10 seconds)
 - Enable / disable the automatic power off function
■
Brightness: ...
 - Adjusts the brightness of the display
■
Show time in standby
 - Time and date displayed on the screen when the ignition
is switched on and the unit is switched off
Device language settings
›
Press the button   
→ 
Language
.
›
Set the desired language.
By selecting the menu item 
Auto (= instrum. cluster)
 the device language is set ac-
cording to the language setting for the MAXI DOTdisplay  » page 41.
Safe removal of the external device
›
Press the button   
→ 
Remove source safely
.
›
Select the external device to be removed.
Factory settings (to factory settings)›
Press the button  →
Factory settings
.
›
Select the menu item to be reset to factory settings.
By selecting the menu item 
Reset all
, all device menus are reset to factory set-
tings.
System information
›
Press the button  → 
System information
.
Displaying system information.
▶ Part No .:  - Part number of the device
▶ Software: - Version of the software used
▶ Hardware: - Version of the hardware used
Radio
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
82
Select broadcasting range
82
Search for stations and select frequency
82
List of available stations
83
Preset buttons for your favourite channels
83
The device allows analogue radio reception of FM and AM frequency ranges as
well as DAB digital radio reception.
CAUTION
■ For vehicles with window antennas do not stick foil or metal coated stickers
to the window - Radio signal reception could be affected.■
Car parks, tunnels, tall buildings or mountains can interfere with the radio
signal even causing it to fail completely.
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Main menuFig. 96 
Main menu:
Swing / Blues
Read and observe  on page 81 first.
›
To  display  the main menu, press the   button.
Main menu  » Fig. 96
Current selected broadcasting area and number of the station button on
the currently playing station is stored
The selected radio station (description or frequency)
Radio Text (FM) / Description of the group (DAB) Changing the station
List of available stations
Manual station search
Switches traffic programme on/off
Preset station buttons for favourite channels
Information symbol in the status line
SymbolMeaningTraffic signal is available  Traffic signal is not available  AF Alternative frequency is switched off (FM)Signal is not available (DAB)ABC  Select broadcasting rangeFig. 97 
Select broad-
casting range:
Swing / Blues
Read and observe  on page 81 first.
›
In the  radiomain menu press the button   and the corresponding function
button  
. 
 or  
 .» Fig. 97 .
If no broadcasting range is selected within 5, then the main menu of the last
selected broadcasting range appears.
Search for stations and select frequency
Read and observe 
 on page 81 first.
Find stations
›
Applies to  Swing: From the  Radiomain menu, press the function button  
 or
  .
›
Applies to  blues: From the  radio main menu press the button   or  on the
device.
Depending on the menu item setting → 
Arrow buttons: ...
 will set an available sta-
tion from the  Stations list or a station of the current broadcast range saved on
the  Station buttons .
Select frequency
›
To  display the value  of the currently chosen frequency, press the function
button in the  Radio main menu  
 .
›
To  set the desired frequency value , press the function button in the  radio
main menu  
 and then use one of the function buttons  
 
 
 
 . 
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Scan through the stations one after the other (SCAN)
The function scans through all the available stations in the current frequency range in succession, for a few seconds each.›
To  start/finish  automatic playback of the available stations, press the dial in
the  Radio  main menu  
 .
List of available stations
Fig. 98 
List of available
stations: Swing /
Blues
Read and observe  on page 81 first.
›
To  display  the list of available stations of the currently selected broadcasting
area, press the function button in the  Radio 
 .
›
To  playback  select the desired channel using the function buttons  
 and  
Or by turning the controller  
 . Call up the station  
 by pressing the control-
ler.
Station list  » Fig. 98
Station selection
  - Save the station to a station button
Information symbols
SymbolMeaningCurrently played stationsStation is stored under one of the preset station buttonsTraffic information stationSignal reception is not available (DAB)ABSymbolMeaningSignal reception is not secure (DAB)(e.g.)  Type the regional broadcast (FM)
Refresh list
In the  FM radio area, the station list is updated automatically.
In the  AM and  DABradio area, the update takes place manually by pressing the
function button  
 » Fig. 98 .
Preset buttons for your favourite channels
Fig. 99 
Preset buttons
for favourite
channels:
Swing / Blues
Read and observe  on page 81 first.
›
to  Display the preset buttons  for preferred stations in the  radiomain menu,
press the function button  
 .
›
To  store channels , select the storage group with the function button
A
» Fig. 99 and hold the desired station button.
Deactivation is confirmed by an acoustic signal.
If a station is saved on an already assigned station button, the assigned sta-
tion button will be overwritten.
Preset station buttons for favourite channels  » Fig. 99
Choice of storage group
Used space
The selected station is stored on this station key 
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Unused space
Return to Radio Main menu
There 12 (applies to  swing) Or 9 (applies to  blues) Station keys for storing pre-
ferred stations available n each broadcast area respectively, that are split in
three storage groups e.g. FM1, FM2, FM3).
Media
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
84
Folder / track list
84
Playback control
85
Play and select audio source
85
SD-card
86
CD
86
USB input
87
AUX - input
87
Bluetooth ®
player
87
Supported audio sources and file formats
88
Main menu
Fig. 100 
Main menu:
Swing / Blues
›
To  display  the main menu, press the   button.
DMain menu
 » Fig. 100
Information on playing track
Playback timeline with a slider
Selected audio source
Control of track playback
Playback time / Information for VBR
Folder/Title list
Note
■ Information concerning the given title appears on the display, if they are
stored as so-called ID3 Tags on the audio source. If no ID3 tag is available, only the title name is displayed.■
The remaining playback time indicated does not correspond to the actual re-
maining playback time for titles with variable bit rates (VBR).
Folder / track list
Fig. 101 
Folder / track
list: Swing /
Blues
Folder/Title list  » Fig. 101
Audio source folder
Select the audio source
Change to the parent folder
Playback Options
Closing the current menu Currently reproduced folder / title / Stopped folder / track playback
Folder 
ABCDEABC
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Playlist
Title playback is not possible
NoteThe scanning speed of the folder / track list depends on the connection speed
and volume of data.
Playback controlOperationAction - applies to SwingAction - applies to BluesPlay / Pause the current album / folderPressing the function button   or.  Playback the current video from the startPressing the function button   (after about 3 sec-
onds after the start of the track playback)Press   (after 3 seconds after the start of the title
playback)Fast-reverse within the titleHolding the function button   Press and hold Fast-forward within the trackHolding the function button  
Press and hold Play the previous titlePressing the function button 
 (within 3 seconds af-
ter the start of the track playback)Press   (within 3 seconds after the start of the
track playback)Play the next titlePressing the function button  Press from Switch on/off the random playback from the current
album or folderPressing the function button  Switch on/off the repeat playback from the current
album or folderPressing the function button  Switch on/off repeat playback of specific trackPressing the function button Play and select audio sourceFig. 102 
Select audio
from the main
menu: Swing /
Blues
Fig. 103 
Select audio
from the folder
list: Swing /
Blues
›
To  playback  connect the audio and slide it into the machine.
›
To select audio from the main menu  media press the button  and select
the desired source using the function buttons » Fig. 102. 
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If no audio source is chosen within 5 seconds, then the main menu of the last
selected audio source is displayed.›
To  select the audio source in the folder / track list  the function button 
repeatedly until the display on the position 
B
  » Fig. 101  on page 84  
 is dis-
played.
›
Press the function key  
 . Using the dial  
 Select the sound source  » Fig. 103
and select the desired folder / track.
Playback starts automatically (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. 104 
Insert the SD card
›
Insert  the SD card in the slot in the direction of the arrow (with the cut end
facing upwards), until it“locks”  » Fig. 104.
›
Applies to  Swing: To remove press the button   
→  
 → 
Remove source safely
→ 
SD card
.
› Applies to 
Blues: Toremove , press the key   
→ Remove source safely → SDcard
.›
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.
CD
Applies to Blues.
›
To insert  a CD, with the labelled side facing up, into the CD slot until it is au-
tomatically drawn in.
›
To eject , press the button  , the CD is manoeuvred to the eject position.
If the ejected CD is not removed within 10 seconds, it is retracted again for
safety reasons.
WARNING■ The CD-player is a laser product.■This laser product classified in accordance with national / international
standards DIN EN 60825-1: 2008-05 and DHHS Rules 21 CFR. Subchapter J
classified as a Class 1 laser product to the date of manufacture. The laser
used in this class 1 laser product is so weak that there is no risk of danger
when operated correctly.■
This product is designed such that the laser is restricted to the inside of
the unit. However, the installed laser could be classified in a higher class
were the housing to be removed. For this reason, never remove the unit
housing.
CAUTION
■ Be sure to remove the CD before you try to insert a new CD. Otherwise you
can damage the drive inside the unit.■
Insert into the CD drive only original audio CDs or standardised CD-R/RWs.
■
Do not stick anything to the CDs! 
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■If the ambient temperature is too high or too low, the CD playback may not
function properly.■
Damp (condensation) may affect the device in cold weather or high humidity.
This can cause the CD to jump or impair the play function. Once the moisture
has dissipated, playback is fully functional again.
Note
■ After pressing the   button , there is a delay of a few seconds before the CD
is ejected.■
On uneven or unpaved roads, playback jumps may occur.
■
If the CD is damaged, is not readable or is inserted incorrectly, the following
message is displayed 
CD is unreadable
.
■
It is possible that CDs protected by copyright cannot not be played back at all
or only in certain circumstances.
USB input
Fig. 105 
USB input: in the front centre console / in the dashboard
The USB input (with   in) is located in the front centre console or in the dash-
board  » Fig. 105 .
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.
›
Applies to  Swing: To Separate  press the button   
→  
 → 
Remove sourcesafely
 → 
USB
.
›
Applies to  Blues: Toseparate , press the key   
→ 
Remove source safely
 → 
USB
.
›
Disconnect the audio source from the corresponding USB input.
Charge USB audio source
After connecting the USB audio source to the device, charging starts automati-
cally (applies to audio sources with which charging via the USB connector can
be carried out).
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.
CAUTION
USB 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
›
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
Applies to Swing.
The unit allows audio files of a connected Bluetooth ® 
player to play using the
A2DP and AVRCP audio profile.
›
To  Connect the player to the device  - follow the same instructions as for
pairing the device with a phone  » page 89. 
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›To 
Separate , end the connection by pressing the button   
→   → Blue-tooth
  → 
Bluetooth audio (A2DP / AVRCP)
.
Supported audio sources and file formats
Supported audio sources
SourceInterfaceTypeSpecificationFile sys- temSD cardSD readerStandard sizeSD, SDHC, SDXC
FAT16
FAT32
exFATUSB-
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 sup- ports USB devices
MTP
Devices with the
Android operating
system or Windows mobile (mobilephone, tablet)AppleDevices with the iOS operating system
(iPhone, iPod, iPad)CD
(Applies to blues)CD
-DriveAudio CD (Up to 80 min);
CD-R / RW (Up to 700 MB);ISO9660;
Joliet (Level 1,2,3); UDF 1.x;UDF 2.x
-
Supported audio file formats
Codec type
(File formats)File suffixMax. bit rateMaximum sampling ratePlaylistsWindows Media Audio
9 and 10wma384 kbit / s
48 kHz
m3u pls
wpl
m3u8 asxMPEG-1 and 2 Layer 3mp3320 kbit / s
The audio sources divided into areas using GPT standards (GUID partition ta-
ble) are not supported by the device.
Files that are protected by Digital Rights Management  (DRM) technology can-
not be played back by the device.
Phone
 Introduction
Applies to Swing.
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Conditions for pairing
89
Pairing and connection process
89
Telephone
90
Enter and select phone number
90
List of telephone contacts
91
Preferred contacts (favourites)
91
Call list
92
Phone call
92
Managing paired Bluetooth devices
93
This chapter covers the operation of a Bluetooth ®
 device connected to the tel-
ephone.
To pair a telephone with the device using Bluetooth ®
, it is necessary to pair
the two devices.
The range of the connection to the hands-free system is limited to the passen-
ger compartment.
With the device, a phone can be connected. The telephone can also be a Blue-
tooth ®
player at the same time.
Up to 20 external devices can be paired with the device. After reaching the
maximum number, the pairing of the next external device will replace that of
the device that has not been used for the longest period of time.
A connection with a telephone that is already paired does not require pairing. It is enough to find the telephone that has been paired in the list of paired
phones and make the connection.
For phones with multiple SIM cards,calls can be answered using any SIM card
from the connected phone depending on the model of the connected phone.
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. 
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