CD player Citroen C8 2008.5 1.G Owner's Manual

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05105 AUDIO/VIDEO
INFORMATION AND ADVICE
The MP3 format, an abbreviation of MPEG 1.2 & 2.5 Audio Layer 3, is an audio compression standard which permits the recording of several tens of music fi les on a single disc. In order to be able to play a recorded CDR/DVDR or CDRW/DVDRW, when recording it is preferable to select standardsISO 9660 level 1.2 or Joliet.
If the disc is recorded in another format, it may not be played correctly. It is recommended that the same recording standard is always used for an individual disc, with as low a speed as possible (4x maximum) for optimum sound quality. In the particular case of a multi-session CD, the Joliet standard is recommended.
The audio equipment will only play audio fi les wit h the extension ".mp3" with a sampling rate of 22.05 KHz, 44.1 KHz or 48 KHz. No other type of fi le (.wma, .mp4, m3u...) can be played.
It is advisable to restrict fi le names to 20 characters without using special characters (e.g.: " " ? ; ù) to avoid any p laying or displaying problems.
Insert circular compact discs only. Some anti-pira ting systems, on original discs or CDs/DVDs copied using a personal recorder, may generate malfunctions regardless of the quality of the original player. Insert an audio CD or an MP3 compilation in the player, play begins automatically.
If the player already contains a disc, press the SOURCE button several times in succession and selectCD/DVD to listen to it.
Press one of the buttons to select a track on the CD/DVD. Press the LIST button to display the list of tracks on the CD/DVD or of the directories of the MP3 compilation.
The playing and displaying of an MP3 compilation m ay depend on the recording programme and/or the parameter settin gs used. We recommend use of the ISO 9660 recording standard.
MP3 CD/DVD PLAYING A CD/DVD
OR AN MP3 COMPILATION
CD/DVD

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Press the end of the lights stalk to start the voice Press the end of the lights stalk to start the voice recognition. Say the words one by one and wait for the audible Say the words one by one and wait for the audible confi rmation signal between each word. confi rmation signal between each word. The list which follows is exhaustive.
To display the list of available voice commcommands, press the end of the lights stalk to start the voice reco gnition, the end of the lights stalk to start the voice recognition, then say HELP or WHAT CAN I SAY.
For the same operation, press and hold the MENU button and select the function VOICE COMMANDS LIST.
VOICE COMMANDS LIST
VOICE COMMANDS
DISPLAYING THE LIST AND USING THEM
LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3
radio memory autostore previous/next list
1 to 6/*
cd player Jukebox (if activated) previous/next track track number/track scan random play
directory (CD-MP3 inserted) list
1 to 250/* previous/next repeat help/what can I say/cancel
changer previous/next track track number/track scan repeat random play previous/next disc disc number list
1 to 20/* 1 to 5/6/*
call/guide to "Pre-recorded description"
telephone last number voice box voice mail directory
"Pre-recorded description"
message display read directory
"Pre-recorded description"
navigation stop/resume zoom in/out view
* destination vehicle
traffi c info display read
display audio telephone trip computer Navigation air conditioning
previous/next stop delete yes/no
for all level 1 and 2
* help/what can I say/cancel for all level 1, 2 or *

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sound quality between the different audio sources (radio, CD, CD changer...).
Check that the audio settings (Volume, Bass, Treble, Ambience, Loudness) are adapted to the sources listened to. It is advisable to set the AUDIO functions (Bass, Treble, Front-Rear Balance, Left-Right Balance) to the middle position, select the musical ambience "None" and set the loudness correction to the "Active" position in CD mode or to the "Inactive" position in radio mode.
For optimum sound quality, the audio settings (Volume, Bass, Treble, Ambience, Loudness) can be adapted to the different sound sources, which may result in audible differences when changing source (radio, CD, CD changer...).
The CD is ejected automatically or is not played by the player.
The CD is protected by an anti-pirating protection system which is not recognised by the audio equipme nt. - Check that the CD is inserted in the player the right way up. - Check the condition of the CD: the CD cannot be played if it is too damaged. - Check the content in the case of a recorded CD: consult the advice in the Audio section. - The audio equipment’s CD player does not play DVDs. - Due to inadequate quality, certain recorded CDs will not be played by the audio system. - The CD changer does not play MP3 CDs.
The CD is inserted upside down, is unplayable, does not contain any audio data or contains an audio format which the player cannot play.
The CD player sound is poor. Insert good quality CDs and store them in suitable conditions. The CD used is scratched or of poor quality.
The audio equipment settings (bass, treble, ambien ces) are unsuitable. Set the treble or bass level to 0, without selecting an ambience.
The table below groups together the answers to the most frequently asked questions concerning the Nav iDrive and the audio equipment.
QUESTION SOLUTION RESPONSE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Insert circular compact discs only. Some anti-pirating systems, on original discs or CDs copied using a personal recorder, may cause faults which are no refl ection on the quality of the original player. Without pressing the EJECT button, insert a CD in the player, play begins automatically.
To play a disc which has already been inserted, press the SOURCE button several times in succession and select CD.
Press one of the buttons to select a track on the CD. Press the LIST REFRESH button to display the list of tracks on the CD.
PLAYING A CD CD INFORMATION AND ADVICE
The MP3 format, an abbreviation of MPEG 1.2 & 2.5 Audio Layer 3, is an audio compression standard which permits the recording of several tens of music fi les on a single disc. The playing and displaying of an MP3 compilation may depend on the recording programme and/or the parameters used. In order to be able to play a recorded CDR or CDRW, when recording select standards ISO 9660 level 1.2 or Joliet.
If the disc is recorded in another format, it may not be played correctly. It is recommended that the same recording standard is always used for an individual disc, with as low a speed as possible for optimum sound quality. In the particular case of a multi-session CD, the Joliet standard is recommended.
The audio equipment will only play fi les with the extension ".mp3". No other type of fi le (.wma, .mp4...) can be played.
It is advisable to restrict fi le names to 20 characters without using special characters (e.g.: " " ? ; ù) to avoid any p laying or displaying problems.
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Other accessories
ACCESSORIES
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OTHER ACCESSORIES
These accessories and parts, after
being tested and approved for reliability
and safety, are all adapted to your
vehicle. A wide choice of recommended
accessories and original parts is offered
by the CITROËN Marque. To avoid any jamming under the
pedals:
- ensure that the mat and its fi xings are positioned correctly,
- never place one mat on top of another.
Compatible portable equipment
For the hands-free kit audio
equipment, the fi tting of an RCA
auxiliary socket is offered specifi cally
by the Network.
The audio cable for connection to
the auxiliary socket (RCA yellow-red
located in the glove box) is also offered
by the network.
Following connection of the cable
and selection of the AUX mode, via
the source button, your portable
equipment is ready to operate.
Set the portable equipment to half
volume to avoid saturating the audio
system sound. Then use the audio
system volume button. Audio systems, telephone, hands-free
kit, speakers, CD changer, navigation
system, DVD player, ...
Alloy wheels, trims, aluminium interior
trim kit, mud fl aps, ...
Seat covers compatible with side
air bags, mats, boot tray, sunroof,
luggage net, door defl ectors, cool box
secured on the slides, clip armrest,
load carrying roof bars, roof box, snow
chains, ski carrier, tailgate bicycle
carrier, interior bicycle carrier, booster
seats and child seats, Isofi x seats, side
sun blinds and rear blind, ...
Trailer towbar which must be fi tted by a
CITROËN dealer . The fi tting of electrical equipment
or accessories which are not
recommended by CITROËN may
result in a failure of your vehicle’s
electronic system.
Please note this specifi c warning. You
are advised to contact a representative
of the Marque to be shown the range
of recommended equipment or
accessories.
Depending on the country in which
the vehicle is sold, it is compulsory to
have a safety jacket, warning triangle
and replacement bulbs available in the
vehicle.
Screenwash, interior and exterior
maintenance and cleaning products,
replacement bulbs, ...
When using a tailgate bicycle
carrier, deactivate the rear
wiper from the display
confi guration menu.
Before installing a
radiocommunication transmitter with
aerial, contact a CITROËN dealer who
will inform you of the specifi cations of
the transmitters which can be fi tted,
in accordance with the Motor Vehicle
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
(2004/104/EC).
A further range is also available,
structured around comfort, leisure and
maintenance:
Anti-theft alarm, window engraving,
fi rst aid kit, safety jacket, rear parking
assistance, warning triangle, ...

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STOP
03BASIC FUNCTIONSPLAYING/SKIPPING A CHAPTER OR
TITLE PAUSE/FAST SEARCH
Press the n button twice to stop play and return to
the first title/chapter of the CD inserted. The pla yer
is now set to STOP.
Press the
5 button to access
the next chapter/title. Press the 6 button to access the previous
chapter/title.
Press one of the
5 6 buttons
during play to change
Press the
 button to continue
play from the stored position.
Press the
n button to stop play.
The player stores the current
position of the CD.
DVD/DIVX fast search function:
2x, 4x, 6x, 8x, 20x.
VCD/CD/MP3 fast search function:
2x, 4x, 6x, 8x.
To carry out a fast search during
play, press button
7 or 8.
Each time this button is pressed, the
speed of the forwards/backwards
fast search increases progressively.
To activate/deactivate the pause
function during play, press the

button.

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SETUP
SETUP
SETUP MENU
SETUP
In STOP mode, press the SETUP
button.
The MAIN MENU appears on
the screen: SETUP, SPEAKERS,
DOLBY DIGITAL, PREFERENCES.
Select the options using the 5 and
6 buttons.
Press the ENTER button to validate
your choice. Select the NORMAL function using
the
5 6 buttons and validate. The
player displays the highest image
resolution possible.
Select the AUTO function using the 5
6 buttons and validate. The player
automatically adapts the resolution of
the image to that of the DVD inserted. Select the options using the
5 and
6 buttons.
In STOP mode, press the SETUP
button. The GENERAL SETTINGS
menu appears on the screen.
Select the ACTION function using the 5 6 buttons and validate.
This function prevents screen licker.

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The table below groups together the answers to the most frequently asked questions concerning the roof console display.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
QUESTION SOLUTION
The player does not work. No reaction
when the ignition is switched on and when
the POWER button is pressed. - Check the vehicle's fuses.
- Press the RESET button.
The player does not react to pressing of the
remote control buttons. - The remote control batteries are lat. Replace the
m with alkaline manganese AAA type batteries.
- The remote control sensor is hampered by objects or is dirty. Remove all objects on the remote control
receiver or clean the surface using a damp cloth.
Image or sound interference while playing
a DVD. The image remains frozen during
play. The player cannot read the disc. The discs may be d
amaged or dirty.
The player does not play the disc inserted. - The format of the disc does not correspond to the speciications of the player.
- If it is cold, condensation may have formed on t he laser. Wait approximately 5 minutes to allow the humidity
to evaporate.
The player operates with no effect
(frozen image). - Switch off the player then switch it back on to r
eturn to normal operation.
- Press the RESET button.
The language is incorrect, the DVD menu
or the subtitles are set once the DVD has
been inserted. Check the output languages on the PREFERENCES menu.
When a DVD/VCD/SVCD is played, the
density of the colours is too weak/too
strong. - Remove the disc.
- Using the 7 or 8 buttons, set the COLOUR value re
quired and insert the disc again.
- To restore the default value, remove the disc and press the DISP button.
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