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Handling: General information
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– Press the button assigned to the option you want to adjust. A bar will appear on the display.
– Turn the main control clockwise or anti-clockwise to adjust the  tone or volume distribution.
– Press the   button to exit the menu. Your settings will be  stored automatically.GALA
GALA is the speed-dependent volume control function.– Press the   button. The setup menu will appear on the display.
–Press the  GALA button.
– Turn the main control clockwise or anti-clockwise for the volume  to increase more or less when the speed is increased. The bar on 
the display indicates the adjustment made.
– Press the   button to exit the menu. Your settings will be  stored automatically.
Volume when system is switched on (VOL-ON)
When you switch on the system, excessive volume levels are 
reduced automatically to a preset level.– Press the   button. The setup menu will appear on the display.
–Press the  VOL-ON button.
– Turn the main control clockwise or anti-clockwise to set the  maximum ON volume.
– Press the   button to exit the menu. Your settings will be  stored automatically.
TONEMENUMENU
MENUMENU
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RadioSetting the bandwidthThe radio has two bandwidths: FM (VHF) and AM (medium 
wave).Each bandwidth has three station setting levels (FM1, FM2, FM AS
1) 
and AM1, AM2, AM AS
1)).
– Press the   or   button. The frequency or name of the  station selected   and the memory   in which it is stored 
appear on the display.
– Press the   or   button again to switch between memories.
Tuning a stationYou can tune the radio to the next available station directly or 
manually. The "scan" function plays all the stations currently 
within reception range for a few seconds at a time.Important: the system must be set to a bandwidth  ⇒page 11.
Next available station
– Press the forward or reverse button.
Manual tuning
– Turn the main control clockwise or anti-clockwise.
SCAN
–Press the 
2) button or the main control. The radio will play 
each available station for a few seconds.  SCAN appears on the 
screen.
–Press the 2) button or the main control again to tune the 
station currently playing.
The search can be set to  NORMAL or COMFORT  ⇒ page 9.
1)Valid for European market.
Fig. 6  Radio
FM
AMA1
A2
FM
AM
2)Valid for European market.
SCANSCAN
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NoteIf the traffic programme function is activated  ⇒page 13, only traffic report 
stations will be available when you are tuning within the FM bandwidth.Storing stationsYou can store the selected station at any position in the 
memory. The Autostore function (AS) stores six stations with 
good reception in the third memory.Storing a single station
– Press the   or   button one or more times to select the  bandwidth and memory.
–Tune a station ⇒ page 11.
– Press and hold one of the control buttons until you hear a tone.  The station will be stored at that memory position.
AutoStore (AS)
3)
– Press and hold the   button until  STORE appears in the 
display. Six stations with good reception will be stored in the 
third memory of the current bandwidth ( FM AS or AM AS ).
NoteIt is best to use the first two memories when storing a single station. The third 
memory is automatically filled by the Autostore function (AS).
Selecting a stored stationYou can tune the radio to a station stored manually or auto-
matically.Important: the system must be tuned to a station.
– Press the   or   button one or more times to select the  bandwidth and memory. The stations stored in each memory will 
appear on the display ⇒ page 11, fig. 6.
– To tune to one of the stored stations, press the control button  assigned to that station (e.g. top left control button for 
Bayern3 ).Applies to the market: EuropeanAlternative frequenciesIf the reception of a stored station is poor or the station 
cannot be received at all, the radio will automatically find an 
alternative frequency for that station (provided one is avail-
able).–Press the   button.
–Press the  RDS-AF button.
– Turn the main control to  ON to enable the alternative frequency 
search function.
– Turn the main control to  OFF to disable the alternative frequency 
search function.
3)Valid for European market.
FM
AMAS
FM
AM
MENU
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– Press the   button to exit the menu.
Applies to the market: EuropeanRegional stationsSome FM stations broadcast different regional programmes 
under the same name.– Press the   button.
–Press the RDS-REG  control button.
– Turn the main control to  AUTO if you wish to re-tune automatically 
to regional broadcasts. The radio will tune to the regional station 
with the best reception.
– Turn the main control to  OFF to prevent the radio from re-tuning 
to regional broadcasts.
– Press the   button to exit the menu.Applies to the market: EuropeanTraffic Programme (TP)Traffic announcements broadcast by FM stations are played 
even if you are listening to an AM station or a CD.Switching on the Traffic Programme
–Press the   button.  TP will appear on the display. You will then 
hear the latest traffic announcements when they are broadcast. Interrupting a traffic announcement
– Press the   button. The current traffic announcement will be 
interrupted. The Traffic Programme will remain active.
Adjusting the volume for traffic announcements
– Turn the ON/OFF button clockwise or anti-clockwise during a  traffic announcement. The volume for traffic announcements will 
be stored. The volume for radio and CD mode will not be 
changed.
Switching off the Traffic Programme
– Press the   button.
What happens when the selected traffic report station can no longer be 
received?•If you are tuned to the FM bandwidth, you will hear a tone and  NO TP will 
appear on the display for a few seconds. Tune to another station manually 
⇒ page 11.•If you are tuned to the AM bandwidth a new traffic report station will be 
selected automatically.
If no traffic report stations can be received,  NO TP will appear on the display.Note
I f  t h e  Tra f f i c  P r o g r a m m e  f un c t i o n  i s  e na b le d ,  o nl y  t r a f f i c  r e p o r t  s t a t i o n s  w il l  b e  
available when you are tuning within the FM bandwidth.
MENUMENUMENUTP
TPTP
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14DrivesCD playerGeneral informationThe sound system has an internal CD player. You can load standard audio CDs 
or MP3 CDs into the CD player.
Use the CD function to play back a CD already loaded in the player 
⇒ page 24. To switch between the CD player and external CD changer*, press 
the   button several times  ⇒page 24.
For important notes regarding the use of the different storage media, please 
refer to  ⇒page 15.
MP3 files must meet the following specifications:
Different information can be stored on an MP3 CD. The following information 
appears on the display:
•File name of the MP3 file currently playing ( FILE).•Directory on the MP3 CD containing the track that is currently playing. The 
top level is given the name  ROOT (FOLDER )•Name of the  ALBUM•Name of the ARTIST•CD TITLE . Titles that are too long are displayed with “...”. To see the full 
title, press the button assigned to the title.
To switch between the above categories, press the  INFO
4) or the 
5) 
control button several times.
The display will show NOT AVAILABLE for a few seconds if no information is 
stored on the MP3 CD for one of the categories.
Format
MPEG-1 Layer 3
Standard
ISO 9660 Level 2
File system
Joliet (single session and multisession)
Bit rates
64 - 256 kbits/s, variable speed
Number of files
Max. 512 files per medium, max. 255 files per directory
Number of direc-
tories
Max. 255 directories with max. 8 subdirectories
ID3 tags
Version 1, 2.3 and 2.4, max. 32 characters
Supported media
CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW with a capacity of 650 MB and 
700 MB
CD
4)Valid for European market5)Valid for American market
INFO
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Loading a CDDo not use any force when inserting a CD into the drive. The CD will 
be drawn into the slot automatically.
– Make sure that a CD is not already loaded in the CD slot.
– Hold the CD straight with the text facing upwards and insert it 
into the CD slot. The CD will be pulled in automatically.
Ejecting a CD– Press the CD eject button.After it has been ejected, the CD will automatically be pulled back into the CD 
player after about 15 seconds if it is not removed from the CD slot.
Note
Please observe the notes for handling CDs  ⇒page 15.Handling CDsUse of laser equipment
Laser devices are categorised according to DIN IEC 76 (CO) 6/VDE 0837 into 
four safety classes. The laser devices used on your vehicle are classified as 
safe ty  class  1.  L as e rs  use d  in d e vices t ha t fa ll i nto t his  ca te gor y a re  ve r y weak  
and well screened, so there is no danger if used correctly.
Fig. 7  Loading a CD
Fig. 8  Ejecting a CD
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16Requirements for good sound reproduction
Please note the following in order to ensure perfect high-quality sound repro-
duction and avoid damage to media drives:•Do not use dirty CDs•Do not use damaged or scratched CDs•Do not use labels•Do not use protective rings•Do not use a CD cover or a stabiliser•Do not use non-circular CDs (shape CDs)•Do not use single CDs (8 mm / 3" in diameter)
Always store unused CDs in a suitable CD case and do not expose them to 
direct sunlight.
Cleaning media drives and CDs
Never use a CD player cleaning disc to clean drives.
Clean CDs with a soft lint-free cloth. Wipe the disc in a straight line from the 
centre outwards. If necessary, stubborn stains can be removed with a 
commercially available CD cleaner or with isopropyl alcohol. Please never use 
petrol, paint thinner or record cleaner, as these can damage the CDs.
Error messages
If the display indicates a read error ( ERROR, CHECK CD  or CD ERR ) any of the 
following causes are possible: If 
SERVICE appears on the display, please contact a Dealer or qualified work-
shop.
Note
Never remove the cover of the equipment. The equipment has no compo-
nents that can be serviced by the owner.Problem
Solution
CD is dirty.
Clean the CD.
CD is scratched.
Check the CD for scratches.
CD was inserted upside down.
Insert the CD with the printed side 
upwards.
Condensation has formed on the CD.
Wait until the equipment is dry.
The drive mechanism is malfunction-
ing.
Contact a Dealer or qualified work-
shop.
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iPod interface*General notes
The iPod interface can be used to connect an iPod to your in-
car entertainment system and allows you to play audio files 
directly over the car's sound system.The iPod interface is located in your vehicle's glove box. It is compatible with 
3rd generation or higher iPod
6) devices (made from about 2003 onwards), 
with the exception of the iPod Shuffle.
The iPod is controlled using the CD function  ⇒page 24.
•The sound system orders (first numerically and then alphabetically) the 
playlists with the tracks stored in the iPod and then assigns them in the 
sequence CD 1 to CD 5. For easier playing of these playlists through the 
vehicle's sound system, we recommend you create five playlists (e.g. 1.... to 
5....) in your iPod.•If you select CD 6, all the tracks on the iPod will be played even if they are 
stored in different playlists. If you select an artist, a track, an album or a 
podcast before connecting the iPod, your selection will be kept until you 
change CD.
Information stored on the iPod, such as artist, track, album and genre, or the 
name of a playlist, does not appear on the sound system display.Caution
Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence in a vehicle's inte-
rior) can cause damage to the iPod and/or impair its performance.•Please do not leave your iPod in the vehicle in case of extreme tempera-
tures.
Note
Please refer to the iPod operating instructions for important information on 
how to use your iPod.Choosing the adapter
The iPod interface is supplied with a choice of adapters for 
connecting your iPod.iPods come in different sizes. Therefore, you will need to match the iPod inter-
face  ⇒fig. 9    to your iPod using one of the adapters supplied. You will 
need two adapters for certain iPod models (touch, 5G (video), classic).
The iPod interface is supplied with the following adapters:
1. Narrow adapters  of different heights for inserting into the central slot 
below the bay  .
6)iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Inc.
Fig. 9  iPod interface with 
slots for adapters
A1A2
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182. Flat adapter plates  for inserting into the slot above the bay  .
3. Wide adapter casing   for inserting into the bay  .
There are also some iPods that do not require an adapter (e.g. iPod Photo 60 
GB)
Caution
The iPod must be firmly seated in the iPod interface. The iPod may be 
damaged if it is not installed correctly.
•Make sure that the iPod is fixed in place with one of the adapters 
supplied.Note
•Your Dealer also offers appropriate adapters for iPods that are not latest 
generation.•For further information on adapter adaptation, please see the information 
enclosed with the adapters supplied.Inserting the iPod into the iPod interface– Switch on the sound system  ⇒page 8.
– With the display facing upwards and the contact towards the  front, slide the iPod into the bay until you hear it engage. The 
iPod will switch on automatically and the battery will be charged.
– If the sound system does not detect the iPod after you insert it,  please “reset” the iPod (refer to the iPod operating instructions).To start the iPod, press the   button several times  ⇒page 19.
The iPod is switched off automatically when you switch off the sound system 
or the ignition.
Note
•To ensure optimum sound quality, you should enable the “sound check” 
setting on the iPod and disable the “EQ” (equaliser) before inserting the iPod 
(please refer to the iPod operating instructions).•Slight scoring marks may occur on the iPod when used with the adapter.
iPod
No. adapter
classic 80 GB,
4G 20 GB
1
5G (video) 30 GB, touch*
3
5G (video) 60/80 GB,
Photo 30 GB
4
classic 160 GB,
3G 10-20 GB
5
iPod
No. adapter
classic 160 GB,
5G (video) 30/60/80 GB
8
classic 80 GB
12
touch*
13
iPod
No. adapter
nano 2G
10
nano 3G
11A3
A4
CD
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Functions
The iPod is operated just like an external CD changer using 
the controls on your car's sound system.To start the iPod, press the   button until the display shows CD positions 
CD 1 to CD 6  ⇒ page 24.
The following functions are available:•Play all tracks stored on the iPod•Select and play up to five playlists (just like selecting CD 1 to 5 on an 
external CD changer)•Change between playlists (just like changing the CD on an external CD 
changer)•Change tracks within a playlist•Fast forward and rewind within a track•Play tracks in shuffle mode ("shuffle")•SCAN function
For further information on operations, please refer to the “CD” chapter 
⇒ page 24.TipsHere are some tips and points to remember when using the iPod in the 
vehicle:•Track numbers appear with a maximum of two digits in the sound system 
display. The first digit is suppressed if you select a track with a three-digit 
number, i.e. track 125 and track 25 are both displayed as track “25”. For this 
reason we do not recommend allocating more than 99 tracks to each playlist.
•If you reach the end of a playlist when selecting a track directly 
(forward/reverse), the count is resumed at track “1”.•The track numbers are counted up sequentially in the sound system 
display when you play tracks in shuffle mode (MIX).USB port*Introduction
You can connect a memory stick or an MP3 player to the USB 
port for operating through the sound system.The USB port is located in your vehicle's glove box. The port is compatible 
with all memory sticks and MP3 players ( ⇒table on page 20). Problems can 
occur if you use a memory stick or MP3 player not listed in the table. Your 
memory device must be USB-certified as a minimum requirement.
WARNING
Today's driving conditions require your full attention. As the driver, you 
bear the responsibility for road safety. Do not remove the memory stick or 
MP3 player while driving. Failure to do so may cause an accident.
Caution
Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence in a vehicle's inte-
rior) can cause damage to the memory stick or MP3 player and/or impair its 
performance.•Never leave your memory stick or MP3 player in the vehicle in case of 
extreme temperatures.
CD
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