Skoda Infotainment Radio Blues User manual

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Infotainment Radio Blues
Owner's Manual

Structure of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
This Owner's Manual has been systematically designed to make it easy for you to
search for and obtain the information you require.
At the beginning of this manual you will find a table of contents where all the top-
ics described are arranged sequentially. At the end of this manual you will find an
alphabetical index.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of
travel of the vehicle.
Explanation of symbols
Denotes the end of a section.
Denotes the continuation of a section on the next page.
® Denotes a registered trademark.
Examples of the information listed in the Owner's Manual
Press the SETUP → Sound button.
This information indicates that you must first press the SETUP button and then se-
lect and confirm the Sound menu.
The “→” symbol indicates the next step.
Example of the menu, the available menus, menu items or functions.
■xyz - the first menu level
■xyz - the second menu level
■xyz - the third menu level
■xyz - the first menu level
Notes
WARNING
The most important notes are marked with the heading WARNING. These
WARNING notes draw your attention to a serious risk of accident or injury.
CAUTION
A Caution note draws your attention to the possibility of damage to your vehicle
(e.g. damage to gearbox), or points out general risks of an accident.
Note
A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation
of your vehicle.

Preface
You have chosen a ŠKODA vehicle, which is fitted with an Infotainment Radio Blues (hereafter called the
unit) – we thank you for your confidence in us.
The new operating concept allows you to make vehicle settings and to operate electronic systems centrally
from the device.
Please read this Owner's Manual carefully, because the operation in accordance with these instructions is a
prerequisite for proper use of the unit.
Please note that these instructions are meant only as an addendum to the information presented in the
Owner's Manual of your vehicle. Therefore, they can be used only in conjunction with the latest manual for
this vehicle. For a detailed description of some functions listed in these instructions, see the Owner's Manual
for your vehicle.
If you have any questions about your device, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.
Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to as ŠKODA)

Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Introductory information
Important notes 4
Description and operation of the device 5
Operating the device 6
Device settings 9
Audio
Radio 12
Media 14
Vehicle systems
Vehicle settings 19
Index
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Abbreviations
Abbreviation Definition
ACC Adaptive cruise control
AF Alternative frequencies - alternative frequencies of the cur-
rent radio station
AM Amplitude modulation - identification of the radio frequency
band
TCS Traction Control of the drive wheels
DRM Digital Rights Management - technical methods to monitor or
restrict the use of digital media content
ESC Electronic Stability Control
FM Frequency modulation - identification of the radio frequency
band
HFP Hands-free profile - a software profile for data transfer via
Bluetooth ®,, which allows for communication between a mo-
bile phone and the hands-free equipment in the vehicle
ID3 tag an additional feature of a music file, which allows for the dis-
play of artist, title, album name, etc.
KESSY keyless unlocking, starting and locking
MP3 compressed audio format
PI Program identification - Station identification by means of a
unique RDS code
PTY Programme type - sorts radio stations into categories (such as
News, Sports, etc.) using the transmitted RDS code
RDS Radio Data System - system for the transmission of additional
information for FM radio reception
TP Traffic Program identification - program identifier for the
transmission of traffic information
VIN Vehicle identification number
WMA Windows Media Audio - compressed audio format 
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Abbreviations

Introductory information
Important notes
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Declaration of conformity 4
Warning statement 4
Component protection 4
This Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without identify-
ing them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equipment.
Consequently, this vehicle does not need to contain all of the equipment compo-
nents described in these operating instructions.
The level of equipment of your vehicle refers to your purchase contract of the ve-
hicle. For more information, please contact your ŠKODA Partner.
The illustrations in this manual can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they
are only intended for general information.
WARNING
■Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
■Only use the device in a way that ensures that you are in full control of your
vehicle in every traffic situation - there is a risk of accident!
■Adjust the volume to ensure that acoustic signals from outside, e.g. sirens
from vehicles which have the right of way, such as police, ambulance and fire
brigade vehicles, can be heard at all time.
■High volumes can cause hearing damage. 
Declaration of conformity
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 4.
ŠKODA AUTO a.s. hereby declares that the ŠKODA Infotainment systems meet the
basic requirements and additional provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Warning statement
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 4.
FCC § 15.19 Labelling requirements
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
FCC § 15.21 Information to user
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
INDUSTRY CANADA Statements
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même
si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. 
Component protection
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 4.
Some electronic control units are factory-equipped with component protection.
The component protection was developed as a protection mechanism for: 


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›impairment of factory-fitted control units or control units fitted by a specialist
garage following installation in another vehicle (after a theft, for example);
›impairment of components operated outside of the vehicle;
›the possibility of a legitimate installation or replacement of control units during
repairs at a ŠKODA specialist garage.
When component protection is activated, the following message appears on the
device display screen: Component theft protection - Restricted function. Switch
on ignition.
If the component protection does not deactivate when the ignition is switched
on, please contact a specialist garage. 
Description and operation of the device
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description of the device 5
Switching the device on/off 6
Adjusting the volume 6
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4, Important
notes.
Description of the device
Fig. 1 Description of the device
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 5.
 - Knob for switching the device on/off; adjusting the volume
Menu button for calls and confirmations
Function keys (the functions for these keys are described in the relevant
chapters)
Display
RADIO - Radio menu » page 12
MEDIA - Media menu » page 14
MUTE - Mute
SETUP - Device settings » page 9
CAR - Settings for the vehicle system » page 19
BACK - Return to higher-level menu
  - Backward and forward menu navigation (the key functions are descri-
bed in the relevant chapters) 

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
5
Introductory information

Switching the device on/off
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 5.
›Press the  knob to switch the device on or off.
When the device is switched on, the audio source and operating mode that were
active before switching off the device will be restored.
If the vehicle key is pulled out of the ignition lock while the unit is switched on,
the unit will switch off automatically. After switching on the ignition, the unit is
turned on automatically.
If the device was switched off using the  knob, then the device will not switch
on automatically after switching on the ignition.
If your vehicle is fitted with the KESSY system, the device will switch off automat-
ically after the engine has been turned off and the door opened.
When the ignition is switched off, the system switches off automatically after ap-
prox. half an hour (discharge protection of the vehicle battery). 
Adjusting the volume
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 5.
Increase the volume
›Turn the  knob to the right.
Reduce the volume
›Turn the  knob to the left.
Muting
›Press the MUTE button
or
›Set the volume to 0 using the  knob.
CAUTION
Car speakers may be damaged if playback is too loud or distorted.


Note
■The change in volume is displayed on the device display screen.
■The corresponding symbol appears in the display when the sound is muted. .
■Some connected sources allow the volume to be changed directly at the source.
■Excessively high volumes can cause sound resonance in the vehicle.
■The loudspeakers in the vehicle are designed for a device power output of 4 x
20 W. 
Operating the device
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating via the device screen 7
Operating using the buttons on the control lever 7
Operating using the buttons/dials on the multi-function steering wheel -
Audio menu 8
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4, Important
notes.
Some features of the device are also displayed in the Maxi DOT display1). Depend-
ing on the vehicle equipment, these features can be operated as follows.
■Using the buttons on the operating lever » page 7
■Using the buttons/dials on the multi-function steering wheel » page 8
Note
If the ignition and the side light are switched on, the buttons and dials on the
multifunction steering wheel will also be illuminated. 
1) Description of the display in the Maxi DOT display » Owner's Manual, chapter Information system
6Introductory information

Operating via the device screen
Fig. 2 Displays
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 6.
Display of menus, menu items and functions
Currently selected menu/menu item
Previous menu item
Next menu item
Higher-level menu
Function with “checkbox”
› - Function is switched on.
› - Function is switched off
Function of button 3 » Fig. 1 on page 5 in the current menu/menu item
Selecting menu/menu item
Select by turning the menu button 2 » Fig. 1 on page 5.

A
B
C
D
E
F
Confirming menu/menu item
Confirm by pressing the menu button 2.
Confirming function of menu/menu item
Confirm the function of menu/menu item F » Fig. 2 by pressing the correspond-
ing button 3 » Fig. 1 on page 5.
Returning to higher-level menu
Return by pressing the BACK button.
Switching function on/off with “checkbox”
Switch the function on/off by pressing the menu button 2.
Note
■Greyed out menus or menu items are not enabled or available.
■For some menus or menu items, the current setting is displayed, e.g. Distance:
km or Distance: mi.
■If the device is not currently being used, the display will return to the higher-
level menu after a few seconds. 
Operating using the buttons on the control lever
Fig. 3
Buttons on the control lever
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 6.
The individual menus and corresponding menu items displayed in the MAXI DOT
display can be operated using the buttons on the control lever.
Press and hold - open main menu
Press briefly - select individual menu items or menus
Press briefly - select menu item or menu 

A
A
B
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Introductory information

Operating using the buttons/dials on the multi-function steering wheel - Audio menu
Fig. 4 Multifunction steering wheel: Control buttons and dials
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 6.
The individual menu items displayed in the MAXI DOT display in the Audio menu
can be operated using the buttons/dials on the multi-function steering wheel.

Control buttons and dials
Button/
di-
al
» Fig. 4
Action Radio Media
1Press briefly Change source, change frequency band
1Press and hold Switch between the Radio and Media operating modes, and open the most recent context status (e.g. the last radio station or track to
be played)a)
2Press briefly Switches tone on/offb)
Start/stop playback
2Turn upwards Increase the volume
2Turn downwards Reduce the volume
3Press briefly
Go to the next radio station stored in the station list
or to the next radio station stored in the preset listc)
Interrupt traffic report
Skip to next tracka)
3Press and hold Interrupt traffic report Fast forwarda)
4Press briefly
Go to the previous radio station stored in the station list
or to the next radio station stored in the preset list
Interrupt traffic report
Go to the previous track within 3 s of playback,
go to the start of the track after 3 sa)
4Press and hold Interrupt traffic report Fast rewinda)
5Press briefly Interrupt traffic report without function
5Turn upwards Display list of available stations
Scroll upwards Switch to previous tracka) 
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Button/
di-
al
» Fig. 4
Action Radio Media
5Turn downwards Display list of available stations
Scroll downwards Skip to next tracka)
6Press briefly Open the main menu
a) Does not apply for AUX.
b) The sound is turned on again by pressing or turning dial 2.
c) Context-dependent selection.
Note
■The buttons with the symbol  for voice control and  for the phone are not
supported by the device. 
Device settings
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu 9
Sound settings 10
Radio settings 10
Media settings 10
Device system settings 11
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4, Important
notes.
Main menu
Fig. 5 Setup main menu
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 9.
Opening the main menu for unit setup
›Press the button SETUP .
Menu items in the main menu for device setup
■Sound - Sound settings » page 10
■Radio setup - Radio settings » page 10
■Media - Media settings » page 10
■System - System settings » page 11 
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Introductory information

Sound settings
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 9.
›Press the SETUP → Sound button.
■Bass - Bass settings
■Mid - Mid-range settings
■Treble - Treble settings
■Balance - Sets the balance between the left and right-hand sides
■Fader - Sets the balance between the front and the rear
■Volume - Volume settings
■Maximum switch-on volume - Volume after switching on
■Traffic announcement - sets the volume for the traffic program alerts (TP)
■Speed-dependent vol. adjustment - increases the volume as speed increases
■AUX volume - Adjusts the playback volume of an external source
■Quiet - Low volume
■Medium - Medium volume
■Loud - High volume 
Radio settings
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 9.
›Press the button SETUP → Radio setup.
■Radio text - Switches radio text display on/off
■Alternative frequency (AF) - Activates/deactivates search for alternative fre-
quencies for the station currently being listened to
■Arrow keys - Sets the station selection function in RADIO mode
■Station list - Switches all stations currently in range for the selected fre-
quency band
■Preset list - Switches only the stored stations in the selected frequency band
■RDS regional - Activates/deactivates the automatic tracking of related regional
stations
■Fixed - The selected regional station is kept permanently (another regional
station must be set manually if signal is lost)
■Automatic - Automatic tracking of regional stations (the radio will automati-
cally switch to another available regional station if reception is lost in the re-
gion in question)


■PTY filter - Selects radio stations by the type of programme being broadcast
■Off - Switches off
■News - News
■Music - Music
■Sport - Sports
■Culture - Culture
■Special - Other
■Station list sort - Sorts the saved radio stations
■Default - by the programme identification (PI code)
■A-Z - In alphabetical order and also based on the frequency number (if the sta-
tion name changes during the programme, it can be displayed just at the end
of the list)
■Name of station - Displays the station name
■Variable - Allows changes to the station name
■Fixed - The station name is fixed (suitable for the A-Z listing)
■Delete presets - Deletes the stored stations in the device memory
Note
■The Radio Data System (RDS) is used to transfer additional information. The
RDS enables program identification, program type identification (PTY), the recep-
tion of traffic reports (TP) or automatic station tracking, for example. If there is
sufficient reception, RDS-compatible radio stations will be displayed by station
name rather than station frequency.
■The Alternative frequency (AF) function ensures that the best receivable fre-
quency for the selected station is set automatically.
■In countries where the RDS function is not adequately supported, the device
may not be fully functional. We therefore recommend switching off the RDS re-
gional setting as well as the Alternative frequency (AF) setting, if applicable. Oth-
erwise, these settings can affect the functionality of the radio. 
Media settings
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 9.
›Press the button SETUP → Media.
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■Activate AUX - Activates/deactivates AUX input
■Mix/Repeat including subfolders - Activates/deactivates playback of the tracks
in the Mix and Repeat modes, including subfolders
■Display ID3 tags - Activates/deactivates display of the artist, album and track
name in the device display screen1) 
Device system settings
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 9.
›Press the button SETUP → System.
■Language - Sets the device language2)
■Time/date - Time and date settings
■Time - Time settings
■Date - Date settings
■Summer (DST) - Switches summer time adjustment on/off
■Time format - Sets the time format
■24h
■12h
■Date format - sets the date format
■DD.MM.YYYY - Day - Month - Year
■YYYY-MM-DD - Year - Month - Day
■MM.DD.YYYY - Month - Day - Year
■Units - Sets the units
■Distance - Distance units
■km - Kilometres
■mi - Miles
■Temperature - Temperature units
■°C - Degrees Celsius
■°F - Degrees Fahrenheit
■Volume - Volume units
■l - Litres
■gall. (UK) - Gallons (UK)
■gall. (US) - Gallons (US)

■Speed - Speed units
■km/h - Kilometres per hour
■mph - Miles per hour
■Consumption - Consumption units
■l/100km - Litres per 100 kilometres
■km/l - Kilometres per litre
■mpg (US) - Miles per gallon (US)
■mpg (UK) - Miles per gallon (UK)
■Gas consumption - Gas consumption units
■kg/100km - Kilograms per 100 km
■km/kg - Kilometres per kilogram
■Display - screen setting
■Brightness - Adjusts the brightness of the screen
■Brightest - brightest level
■Brighter - brighter level
■Medium - medium level
■Darker - darker level
■Darkest - darkest level
■Clock in standby mode - Time display on the screen when the ignition is
switched on and the device switched off
■Remove USB device safely - Safe removal of USB device3)
■Factory settings - Restore to factory settings
■All - All settings
■Sound - Sound settings
■Radio setup - Radio settings
■Vehicle - Vehicle system settings
■Media - Media settings
■System - System settings
■Driving profile - Choice of driving mode
■Display off - Activates/deactivates the screen in power-saving mode, where the
screen is black (the screen can be switched on again by pressing any button)
■System information - Displays system information
■Versions data - Displays version information
■Device part number: ... - Device part number
■Hardware: ... - Version of the hardware used
■Software version: ... - Version of the software used
■Copyright - Information on licences and copyrights used 
1) Regardless of the setting, the ID3 tag is always displayed in the Audio menu in the MAXI DOT display.
2) The correct display of country-specific characters (e.g. ID3 tag information) can not always be guaran-
teed.
3) If a sound is currently played from the USB data carrier, this function is not active.
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Introductory information

Audio
Radio
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu 12
Search for and save radio stations 12
Selecting a frequency band and radio station 13
Activating/deactivating traffic programme TP 14
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4, Important
notes.
The device allows you to receive a radio broadcast in the FM or AM frequency
bands and to receive additional information from the RDS station in the FM fre-
quency band. 
Main menu
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 12.
Accessing radio mode in main menu
›Press the RADIO button.
The most recently tuned radio station plays.
Symbols in the display
Symbol Importance
Sound is muted
 Traffic information station
  Station without traffic information
, , ,  Currently selected frequency band and memory group
a) Radio station is selected based on desired station top-
ic » page 10, Radio settings

Symbol Importance
Radio station from the station list is a station from the
preset list
 Automatic playing of available radio stations for 10 sec-
onds
a) PTY (programme type) - refers to the type of programme transmitted by the radio station. 
Search for and save radio stations
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 12.
If no memory group is displayed for the frequency bands,
›press the RADIO button → press menu button 2 » Fig. 1 on page 5.
The station search is influenced by selecting the PTY filter function » page 10 and
by switching the TP function on or off.
Search options
■TP - switches traffic programme on/off » page 14
■Manual - Manual station search
■Scan - Successive play of all available stations in the current frequency band or
the current station buttons for five seconds each
■OK - Stops auto-play function at the current radio station
■Skip - Selects another radio station
■Auto store - Automatic station search
Manual station search
Pressing the Manual button starts a manual station search.
The manual station search is initiated by turning the menu button 2 » Fig. 1 on
page 5 or using the buttons  .
Pressing the OK button ends the manual station search at the currently tuned ra-
dio station.
Automatic station search
Pressing the Auto store button starts an automatic station search.
Auto store... is displayed on the device display screen when searching and stor-
ing.
At the end of the automatic station search, the five radio stations with the stron-
gest signal are stored in the memory group for the current frequency band. 

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If radio stations have already been stored under the preset buttons, then the sta-
tion keys will be overwritten with newly located stations after the automatic sta-
tion search.
Storing stations
Set the desired radio station and press and hold the corresponding button
3 » Fig. 1 on page 5 until a beep is heard. The station is stored in the device
memory and its name appears above the corresponding button 3.
Selecting a frequency band and radio station
Fig. 6 Main menu/selecting the frequency band
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 12.
Selecting a frequency band
The device can receive the frequency bands FM (FM1 and FM2 memory group) and
AM (AM1 and AM2 memory group).

Pressing the RADIO → button and the corresponding button 3 » Fig. 1 on page 5
for the memory group
or
repeatedly pressing the RADIO button prompts the device to switch between the
memory groups.
Press the menu button 2 to confirm the selected memory group.
Selecting radio stations
Depending on the setting of the Arrow keys » page 10, Radio settings, the device
sets a radio station from the following list in the current frequency band:
■List of available stations
■List of stations stored in the device memory
Briefly pressing the button  or  prompts the device to switch to the previous
or next radio station.
Press and hold the button  or  to start the search in the selected direction
and stop at the next radio station.
or
Turning the menu button 2 » Fig. 1 on page 5 will prompt the device to switch to
the previous or next radio station.
Press the menu button 2 to select the set station.
Five presets are available in each memory group.
In addition to the station name, the type of program broadcast by the radio sta-
tion according to PTY 1) will also be displayed.
If the station is stored in the device memory, then the symbol  will also be dis-
played.
The device will automatically search for radio stations if no list of available sta-
tions is available. 
1) PTY (programme type) - refers to the type of programme transmitted by the radio station.
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Audio

Activating/deactivating traffic programme TP
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 12.
Certain radio stations transmit traffic reports. The device enables playback of
these traffic reports.
›Press the RADIO button → menu button 2 » Fig. 1 on page 5 → TP.
Screen display
The functionality of the traffic monitoring system is displayed in the screen by the
symbol  in conjunction with the station name (e.g. in the station list or preset
list).
If the radio station does not broadcast traffic reports, or if no traffic stations can
be found (due to a general radio reception interruption, for example), then the
symbol is displayed on the screen.  
If a radio station is tuned in that does not support traffic reports,  then the most
suitable station is automatically set in the background in order to ensure the
continuous reception of traffic reports.
The device will function in exactly the same way with the selected frequency
band.
When playing in Media mode, the most recently selected radio station continues
to be received in the background if this station supports traffic reports.
Interrupting/stopping the traffic programme
When the traffic programme is being received, Traffic announcement is displayed
on the device display screen along with the following options:
■TP off - Switches off the traffic announcement currently being broadcast
■Cancel - Deactivates the traffic programme function 
Media
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Selecting sources 15
Supported sources and file formats 15
Operation 16

Adjusting additional functions 17
USB and AUX inputs 17
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4, Important
notes.
The device allows you to play audio files in various formats and to connect differ-
ent source types » page 15.
When the source has been connected, the device starts to automatically play au-
dio files in alphabetical order.
WARNING
■Never place external sources on the console panel. They could be thrown in-
to the passenger compartment during sudden driving manoeuvres, thereby in-
juring the occupants.
■Never place external sources close to the airbags. They could be thrown into
the passenger compartment when the airbags are deployed, injuring the oc-
cupants.
■Never hold external sources in your hand or on your knees while driving.
They could be thrown into the passenger compartment during sudden driving
manoeuvres, thereby injuring the occupants.
■Always route the connection cable for the external source such that it does
not restrict you when driving.
CAUTION
Do not store any important data on the connected external sources. ŠKODA as-
sumes no responsibility for lost or damaged files or connected devices.
Note
See the owner's manual of the specific manufacturer for instructions on operat-
ing the external source. 
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Selecting sources
Fig. 7 Main menu/USB operation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 14.
Accessing main menu in media mode
›Press the button MEDIA .
Selecting the audio source
■USB - Changes to an external audio source connected to the USB in-
put1) » page 17
■AUX - Changes to an external audio source connected to the AUX in-
put » page 17

Symbols in the display
Symbol Importance
Track repeat
Folder/source repeat
Random play
,  Currently selected audio source
 Auto-play function for 10 seconds 
Supported sources and file formats
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 14.
Supported sources
USB devices USB stick, USB MP3 player, HDD (without special software)
Other external
sources
Portable playback devices with AUX connection, MTP (MSC)
players
At the time of publication, the device has been tested with most products and
media available on the various markets. However, it is possible that some devices,
media or files will be unreadable or unplayable.
Supported files
Audio files
Codec type (file
formats) MPEG-1/2 (layer 3) Windows Media Audio 7, 8, 9 and 10
File suffix mp3 wma
Playlists m3u, pls, wpl, m3u8; asx
The name of the artist, the album and the title of the played file can be displayed
if the information is available as a so-called ID3 tag. If no ID3 tag is available, only
the folder name is displayed.
To ensure good playback, we recommend using compressed MP3 files at a bit rate
of at least 160 kb/s. For audio files with variable bitrates, the indicated remaining
playback time does not correspond to the actual remaining playback time. 
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1) Operating a connected external audio source is only possible with certain restrictions, depending on
the type of the connected device.
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The WMA files can only be played if they are not additionally copyrighted by DRM.
These kinds of WMA files are not supported by the device.
The more files, folders or playlists on one source, the longer it will take to read
the source. It is a good idea to create subfolders with files (e.g. by artist or album
names) in order to save time.
Source properties
Specifications for USB
sources
USB 1.x and 2.x or higher with USB 2.x support
(the maximum data transfer speed will then corre-
spond to the USB 2.x speed)
Speed class of max. 480 Mb/s
File system for the USB
source FAT16, VFAT, FAT32
File properties
Bitrate max. 320 kb/s
Sampling rate max. 48 kHz 
Operation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 14.
The  and  buttons always affect the audio source currently being listened to,
regardless of the menu being used.
It is also possible to change tracks using the buttons 3 » Fig. 1 on page 5 from
within the menu of the audio source currently being played.
A list of buttons 3 is displayed in the menu of the audio source currently being
played after the menu button 2 is turned.
■Play - Plays the current track
■Up - Returns to a higher level
Press menu button 2 to start playback of the current track or to open the cur-
rent folder.
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Button 
Action Function
Press briefly
Go to the start of the track being played if the track
has been playing for more than 3 seconds
Go to the start of the previous track if the track has
been playing for less than 3 seconds
Press and hold Fast rewind of the track
Button 
Action Function
Press briefly Go to the start of the next track
Press and hold Fast forward of the track
Button /
Action Function
Press briefly
Playback/pause: the play function is stopped in the
current position and the symbol changes to  - when
pressed again, playback will continue from this posi-
tion.
Button 
Action Function
Press briefly
Go to the start of the track being played if the track
has been playing for more than 3 seconds
Go to the start of the previous track if the track has
been playing for less than 3 seconds
Press and hold Fast rewind of the track
Button 
Action Function
Press briefly Go to the start of the next track
Press and hold Fast forward of the track
Button 
Action Function
Press briefly Scrolling down in folders 
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Button 
Action Function
Press briefly Scrolling up in folders 
Adjusting additional functions
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 14.
›Press the MEDIA button → menu button 2 » Fig. 1 on page 5.
■TP - switches traffic programme on/off
■ - Displays the artist, album and track name from ID3 tag1)
■Repeat - Sets repeat play
■Off - Switches repeat function off
■Track - Repeats the current track
■Folder - Repeats all tracks in folder
■Mix - Random playback
■Off - Switches random playback function off
■All - Sets random playback of all tracks in the current audio source
■Folder - Repeats all tracks in folder
■Scan - Consecutive playback of the tracks for 10 seconds
■OK - Stops auto-play function at the current track
■Skip - Selects another track
■Cancel - Changes to the track played originally 
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USB and AUX inputs
Fig. 8
USB and AUX inputs
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 14.
Die MDI (USB and AUX) inputs are located above the storage compartment at the
front of the centre console » Fig. 8.
The device can be used to play audio files from sources connected via these in-
puts, either directly or via a connection cable available from ŠKODA Genuine Ac-
cessories.
Adjusting the playback volume of the source
The playback volume of the source can be adjusted by turning the  knob.
Depending on the connected source, the output volume can be adjusted at this
source » page 10, Sound settings.
AUX input
External audio sources connected to the AUX input cannot be operated from your
device.
The standard 3.5-mm jack plug is used for the AUX input. If the external audio
source does not have this jack plug, you must use an adapter .
USB input
External audio sources connected to the USB input cannot be operated from your
device.
Before removing the USBdevice, proceed as follows:
›Press the button SETUP → System → Remove USB device safely.
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1) If there are no artist, album and track names available in the file being played, the folder or file name
is displayed.
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Do not use USB extension cables or adapters. This can impair the function of the
connected source.
USB hubs are not supported.
CAUTION
The AUX input must only be used for audio sources!
Note
■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. This de-
pends on the quality of the adapter which is used.
■See the owner's manual of the specific manufacturer for operating the external
audio source.
■Some devices connected via USB can be charged via the device. 
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