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34External devicesExternal devicesGeneral information.....................34
Playing audio ............................... 35
Playing movies ............................. 36
Using smartphone applications ...37
Using apps ................................... 37General information
A USB socket for the connection of external devices is located in thecentre console.
Note
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
USB port
An MP3 player, USB device or
smartphone can be connected to the
USB port.
The Infotainment system can play
music files and movies contained in
these devices.
When connected to the USB port, the devices mentioned above can be
operated via the controls and menus
of the Infotainment system.
Note
Not all auxiliary devices are
supported by the Infotainment
system. Check the compatibility list
on our website.
Connecting/disconnecting a device
Connect the USB device to the USB port.Note
If a non-readable USB device is
connected, a corresponding error
message appears and the
Infotainment system automatically
switches to the previous function.
To disconnect the USB device, select
another function and then remove the USB storage device.Caution
Avoid disconnecting the device
during playback. This may
damage the device or the
Infotainment system.
Bluetooth
Devices which support the Bluetooth
music profiles A2DP and AVRCP can be connected wirelessly to the
Infotainment system.
The Infotainment system can play
music files contained in these
devices.
Connecting/disconnecting a device
For a detailed description on the
Bluetooth connection 3 65.
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104External devicesExternal devicesGeneral information...................104
Playing audio ............................. 106
Displaying pictures ..................... 107
Playing movies ........................... 108
Using smartphone applications . 109General information
A USB socket for the connection of external devices is located in thecentre console.
Note
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
USB port
An MP3 player, USB drive, SD card
(via USB connector/adapter) or
smartphone can be connected to the
USB port.
Up to two USB devices can be
connected to the Infotainment system at a time.
Note
For the connection of two USB
devices, an external USB hub is
required.
The Infotainment system can play
audio files, show picture files or play
movie files contained in USB storage
devices.When connected to the USB port,
various functions of the devices
mentioned above can be operated via
the controls and menus of the
Infotainment system.
Note
Not all auxiliary devices are
supported by the Infotainment
system. Check the compatibility list
on our website.
Connecting/disconnecting a device
Connect one of the devices
mentioned above to the USB port. If
required, use the appropriate
connection cable. The music function starts automatically.
Note
If a non-readable USB device is
connected, a corresponding error
message appears and the
Infotainment system automatically
switches to the previous function.
To disconnect the USB device, select
another function and then remove the USB storage device.
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External devices141External devicesGeneral information...................141
Playing audio ............................. 142General information
A USB socket for the connection of external devices is located in thecentre console.
Note
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
USB port
An MP3 player, USB device or
smartphone can be connected to the
USB port.
When connected to the USB port, the devices mentioned above can be
operated via the controls and menus
of the Infotainment system.
Note
Not all auxiliary devices are
supported by the Infotainment
system.
The Infotainment system can play music files contained in USB storage
devices.
Connecting/disconnecting a device
Connect the USB device to the USB port.Note
If a non-readable USB device is
connected, a corresponding error
message appears and the
Infotainment system automatically
switches to the previous function.
To disconnect the USB device, select
another function and then remove the USB storage device.Caution
Avoid disconnecting the device
during playback. This may
damage the device or the
Infotainment system.
MTP device settings
For devices connected via MTP,
additional settings can be adjusted in
the settings menu.
In an active audio source, press
MENU , scroll through the list and
select Settings . Select Phone
Connection (MTP Only) .
If you want the device to be only
charged on the USB port, activate Charge Only . If you switch to the USB