Seat Ibiza ST 2009 CAR STEREO MP3

MP3 mode23
•With other formats that are not ISO 9660 level 1 or 2, the names of the
files and folders may not be displayed correctly.•When naming an MP3 file make sure the extension is correct. Writing
“.MP3” for a non-MP3 file means that the file will not be recognised and may
play annoying noises.•It is not possible to play MP3 files that are deeper than the first 8 folder
levels. To speed up the reading and searching, only two levels of folders are
recommended.•The following types of disc will take some time to begin playing: a disc
recorded with many levels of subfolders; a disc recorded with multisession; a
disc to which information may be added (Disc not closed)•It will not be poss ible to play an audio CD (CD-R/CD-RW) that has not been
closed.
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MP3 mode
24Structure of folders and files
Fig. 6 Structure of folders and files
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AUX* Mode25
AUX* ModeAUX-IN* connectionFor models ALTEA, ALTEA XL, ALTEA FREETRACK, TOLEDO,
LEON.
Fig. 7 Aux-in connection
for Altea-Altea XL-Altea
Freetrack-Toledo
Fig. 8 Aux-in connection
for Leon model
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AUX* Mode
26AUX-IN* connectionFor models IBIZA, IBIZA SC.AUX-IN* OperationOnly where the vehicle is fitted with auxiliary input.
Depending on the equipment of your vehicle, there are two
types of connection.AUX-IN* connection
A JACK
3) audio adaptor is required
Connect the portable audio player (MP3, Walkman, CD, etc. ) to the AUX-IN
connector, ensuring that the jack fits perfectly. The handling of folders,
songs, etc. is done from the connected device. To listen to the audio from the portable device, press the MEDIA key on the
radio.
The USB connection takes priority over AUX-IN inputs. A device connected to
the AUX-IN input can only be heard when there is no other device connected
to the USB port
Ÿpage 27.
The audio source of the devices connected in the MEDIA-IN device Ÿpage 27
(USB as AUX-IN) takes priority over those connected in the RSE. Where both
options are available, make sure that there is nothing connected in the
MEDIA-IN* connections when you wish to listen to the audio source of the RSE
in the car. See Rear Seat Entertainment manual).
Note
Keep in mind that if you change temporarily to a different source without stop-
ping the play on the portable device, when you go back to the auxiliary source
using the menu displayed with the button, it will not continue to play
at the point where you left off.Auxiliary input volumeThis volume is independent of the car radio volume and is used to adjust the
difference in volume between the different external and internal Audio
sources.
Depending on the connection type of the auxiliary input, the volume can be
adjusted using button or option “aux vol” in the menu. Three
different amplification levels can be selected by turning button .
This adjustment serves no purpose in USB mode as it only affects the modes
where the audio signal enters via the Jack connector.
3)The cable is not supplied.
Fig. 9 AUX-IN connection
in Ibiza- Ibiza SC models.
MEDIA
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MEDIA-IN* mode27
MEDIA-IN* modeMEDIA-IN* connectionFor models ALTEA, ALTEA XL, ALTEA FREETRACK, TOLEDO,
LEON.
Fig. 10 MEDIA-IN connec-
tion in ALTEA, ALTEA XL,
ALTEA FREETRACK,
TOLEDO
Fig. 11 MEDIA-IN connec-
tion in LEON.
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MEDIA-IN* mode
28MEDIA-IN* connectionFor models IBIZA-IBIZA SC.USB/iPod® from Apple* The MEDIA-IN interface offers the user a USB connector and an AUX
connector.
This operation mode permits any of the following elements to be connected:•USB mode: A storage device with USB connection. The connection is
directly done into the USB port.•iPod® mode: To connect an iPod device, an adapter cable or device is
required (SEAT brand), depending on the vehicle. This cable/device is connected to the iPod at one end and has USB and audio JACK
4) connections
at the other end.
•Auxiliary connection mode: A portable audio player device (MP3,
Walkman, CD, etc...). Connection is through a JACK-JACK audio
adapter
4)Ÿ page 25.
Insert a device in the MEDIA-IN* connections
Insert the necessary connectors in the USB/iPod®/ auxiliary connections,
depending on the equipment to be connected ( USB, iPod®, MP3, Walkman,
etc...), making sure that the pins are correctly connected.
A USB or iPod® device is controlled through the radio controls.
A portable device with audio output is directly controlled from the equipment
connected.
Selecting the source connected
•Briefly press the button to go to the last used source and a second
time to access the media selection menu.•Turn button to select the required option.•Press button to confirm the selection.Note
•iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.•If you are not in USB/iPod® mode (e.g. in FM) when the button is
pressed, the last selected mode will start to play (where available).•Consult the list of compatible iPods to your Authorised Service Centre.
Fig. 12 MEDIA-IN connec-
tion for IBIZA- IBIZA SC.
4)The cable is not supplied.
MEDIA
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MEDIA
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Selecting tracks from the USB/iPod® Selecting tracks from the USB/iPod®
Press
‚ or b to rewind or fast forward USB/iPod® tracks. The number of
selected track will be shown on the display.
For audio files with additional inform ation (ID3) the title of the album, the
track name and the artist can also be displayed. See INFO function
SCAN function
When the SCAN function is switched on, each track on the USB/iPod® is
played for 10 seconds.
There are two types of SCAN:
SCAN FOLDER: This plays 10 seconds of each track in the current folder. You start the SCAN function by briefly pressing the function key SCAN.
SCAN ALL: This plays 10 seconds of all the tracks on the USB/iPod®. You start the SCAN function by pressing the function key SCAN for 2 seconds.
To select a track, stop the SCAN function whilst the track is being played. You
stop the SCAN function by briefly pressing the function key SCAN.
BROWSE function
The BROWSE function allows you to search the contents of a USB/iPod® to
go directly to a track.
The function is activated by briefly pressing “Browse”.
The tracks and folders in the folder currently playing are displayed indis-
tinctly.
To go to the folders in a higher level, press button or turn button to the
last position on the list.
In all the above cases, the track and/or folder is selected using button .
Searching through individual tracksFast forward / rewind
To search through individual tracks with the fast forward and rewind function,
press and hold
b (fast forward) or
‚ (rewind) until you have reached the
required position.
Random play functionAll tracks on a USB/iPod® will be played in random order if the MIX function
is active.
There are two types of MIX:
MIX FOLDER: All tracks in the current folder are played in random order. You
start the MIX function by briefly pressing the function key MIX.
MIX ALL: All tracks on the USB/iPod® are played in random order. Folders
may be changed after playing several tracks from the same folder. You start
the MIX ALL function by pressing the function key MIX for 2 seconds.
When the function is on, it is possible to switch between the two operating
modes by pressing the MIX function key for 2 seconds.
You stop the MIX function by briefly pressing the function key MIX.PAUSE FunctionWhen the pause function is on, the USB/iPod® stops playing until the func-
tion is switched off.
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MEDIA-IN* mode
30To switch the function on, press button briefly. The loudspeaker symbol on
the display appears with a line through it.
To switch the function off, press or turn button briefly.INFO FunctionDisplay information (artist, track name,...) if available on the ID3.
The function is switched on using the key “info”. This button is only avail-
able when the information has been correctly read by the device.
If the length of the information is greater than the display capacity, the
display scrolls once the text to the left.
Additional instructions
Additional instructions for the mass storage device (MSD: Mass Storage
Device):•Only external data devices or USB mass storage devices complying with
the USB 2.0 specification can be used.•Partition of an external data device shall be in accordance with the file
system, FAT16 (< 2 GB) or FAT32 (> 2 GB) (FAT: File Allocation Table)•MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) players, recognised by the commercial
name “PlaysForSure” or “ReadyFor- Vista”, are highly sensitive to factors
including the battery charge and the volume of data in the MEDIA-IN multi-
media interface requests. It may take several minutes before an MTP player is
ready to play•When playing large capacity hard discs with several files and a complex
data structure (several folders and subfolders, non-playable files, etc.) it may
take some time to read the audio files. The reaction time may also be influ-
enced by the connected device.
•The structure of the folders in the external data device shall not exceed a
depth of eight folder levels. A folder should not contain more than 1,000
entries.•The use of USB cable extensions and USB hubs may cause operating
errors.•If an external data device is divided into various partitions, only the first
partition with compatible audio files will be played.•Memory card adapters can not be used, their use may cause operating
errors.•If an MP3 player is updated via the manufacturer (firmware update) this
may lead to operating errors.•An external data device should be connected first or select the corre-
sponding data mode.•Compatible formats include: MP3, WMA, OGG-Vorbis, AAC.•To use the external data device, please refer to the manufacturer's instruc-
tion manual
Compatible file formats
The use of file formats which can be played on this equipment is the same as
for compressed audio files in MP3 format and will not be explained further in
this manual.•The radio and navigation equipment can be used to play and control
audio files in MP3, WMA, OGG Vorbis and AAC format from an external data
device.•Playlists in PLS, B4S, ASX and WPL format are compatible.•WMA (Windows Media Audio) audio files can only be played if they are not
protected by authors' rights with the DRM (Digital Rights Management)
system.•Generally, files with anti-copy protection can not be played (e.g. M4P).•Files in 3GP format and “WMA lossless” file types can not be played.
Check there are no MP3 files stored in the playlist. A playlist only defines a
certain order of play. If a playlist is not played, check whether the “route data”
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is correct, that is, whether the MP3 files are stored in the data device to which
the playlist refers.
WARNING
•The connected audio devices must be protected from possible mechan-
ical damage and other kind of wear.•We do not hold responsible for any possible damage on the connected
devices.•The connection of USB devices is sensitive to interference from mobile
telephones. Mobile telephones should not be left next to the USB when
this is connected, to prevent distortion.•The connected audio devices must be protected from possible mechan-
ical damage and other kind of wear.•Objects which are not secured in the vehicle compartment may inter-
fere with driving and could result in serious injury.•The external data device should never be left on the instrument panel.
A sharp manoeuvre can throw the device towards the compartment and
injure the vehicle passengers.•The external data device should never be mounted in the vicinity of the
airbag. A sharp manoeuvre can throw the device towards the compartment
and injure the vehicle passengers.•The external data device must not be held in hand or on the legs while
driving. A sharp manoeuvre can throw the device towards the compartment
and injure the vehicle passengers.•Place the external data device cables so that they are not in the way
while driving.Note
Some vehicles with the MEDIA-IN multimedia interface mounted on the
central armrest are also equipped with an additional compartment. The rubber insert of this compartment can be removed in order to extract small
objects which may have fallen inside.
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Important information concerning the CD reader
32Important information concerning the CD readerPrecautionary measures for the use of laser equipmentLaser devices are classified by DIN IEC 76 (CO) 6/ VDE 0837 into safety
classes 1 to 4.
The SEAT CD player corresponds to safety class 1.
The lasers used in class 1 units are low energy lasers, or are shielded in such
a manner that they pres ent no danger when used correctly.
Do not remove the cover of the unit. It does not have any parts which can be
serviced by the user.Tips for CD modeTo ensure perfect, high-quality CD reproduction, only clean, undamaged CDs
should be used.
Please do not stick any labels onto the CDs.
Compact discs not being used should always be stored in the CD rack (you
can find one, for example, in the SEAT Genuine accessories Catalogue) or in
their original case.
Never expose CDs to direct sunlight!
Caution
Use only standard 12 cm CDs. Special “shape CDs” or 8 cm “singles” cannot
be played because they may damage the CD player.
Tips on cleaning CDsUse a soft, lint–free cloth to clean CDs. Clea n discs in a straight line from the
centre outwards. If they are very dirty use a conventional CD cleaner or
isopropyl alcohol.
WARNING
Never use fluids such as petrol, paint thinner or record cleaner, as these
can damage the CD surface!
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