SKODA OCTAVIA 2013 3.G / (5E) Amundsen Navigation System Manual
Manufacturer: SKODA, Model Year: 2013, Model line: OCTAVIA, Model: SKODA OCTAVIA 2013 3.G / (5E)Pages: 83, PDF Size: 4.7 MB
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SIMPLY CLEVER
Infotainment Navigation AmundsenOwner's Manual
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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.
Chapters, table of contents and subject index
The text of the Owner's Manual is divided into relatively short sections which are
combined into easy-to-read chapters. The chapter you are reading at any particular
moment is always shown at the bottom right of the page.
The Table of contents arranged according to chapter and the detailed Subject in-
dex at the end of the Owner's Manual help you to rapidly find the information you
are looking for.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the direction of
travel of the vehicle.
Units of measurement
All values are expressed in metric units.
Explanation of symbolsDenotes a reference to a section with important information and safety
advice in a chapter.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 Menu button
→ → Sound .
This information means that users should press the Menu
button on the device
first and then the function key on the device screen and confirm the menu by
pressing the Sound function key.
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
NotesWARNINGThe 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.
For the sake of the environment
An Environmental note draws your attention to environmental protection aspects.
This is where you will, for example, find tips aimed at reducing your fuel consump-
tion.
Note
A normal Note draws your attention to important information about the operation
of your vehicle.
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Preface
You have chosen a ŠKODA vehicle, which is fitted with the Infotainment Navigation Amundsen (hereafter
called the unit) – we thank you for your confidence in us. The new operating concept allows you to configure vehicle settings and to operate some electronic systemscentrally from the unit.
In addition to this Owner's Manual, please also carefully read the Vehicle Manual, as operation in accordance
with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.
If you have any questions about your unit, please contact a ŠKODA Partner.Your ŠKODA AUTO a.s. (hereinafter referred to as ŠKODA)
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Table of Contents
Abbreviations
Familiarization with the unit
Introductory information
4
Important notes
4
Equipment overview
5
Unit operation
8
In the unit screen
8
In MAXI DOT Display
10
Voice control
14
Device settings
18
Setup menu
18
Audio
Radio
23
Operation
23
Radio settings
26
Media
28
Operation
28
Signal sources
30
Phone
Communication
35
Telephones and two-way radio systems
35
Connect to the mobile phone
38
Telephone functions
41Navigation
Description of the navigation system45
Preface to navigation
45
Navigation settings
46
Map operation
48
Extra window
50
Navigation
54
New destination entry
54
Entry of saved destinations
56
POI
57
POI categories
60
Route guidance
61
Traffic reports
63
Destination management
65
Vehicle
Vehicle systems
67
Vehicle settings
67
Index
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionA2DPAdvanced Audio Distribution Profile - a software profile for da-ta transfer via Bluetooth ®
, designed for one-way transfer of
audio dataACCAdaptive cruise controlAFThe AF function ensures that the best receivable frequency of
the selected station is automatically and precisely set.AMAmplitude modulation - Identification of the radio frequency
rangeTCSTraction control for the drive wheelsAVRCPA software profile for data transfer via Bluetooth ®
, which sup-
ports multimedia functionsAVAudio / visual source signal - typical for DVD player or TV tunerBTBluetooth ®
- wireless communication for reception and trans-
mission of voice and data informationDABDigital Audio Broadcasting - digital radio receptionDRMDigital Rights Management - technical methods to monitor or restrict the use of digital media contentESCElectronic Stability ControlFMFrequency modulation - Identification of the radio frequency
rangeHFPHands-free profile - a software profile for data transfer via
Bluetooth ®
, which enables communication between a mobile
phone and the hands-free equipment in the vehicleGPSGlobal Positioning System - Satellite system for position de-
tectionGSMGroupe Spécial Mobile - Global system for mobile communica-
tion. The most popular standard for mobile phonesID3 tagAn additional feature of a music file that allows for the display
of artist, title, album name etc.KESSYKey-less unlocking, starting and lockingAbbreviationDefinitionNTSCNational Television System Committee - Audiovisual encoding
standard in North and Central America and in some countries in Southeast AsiaPALPhase Alternating Line - Audiovisual encoding standard in
most European countriesPIProgram identification - Station identification by means of
unique RDS codeRDSRadio Data System - system for the transfer of additional in- formation for FM radio receptionTMCTraffic Message Channel - Way of transferring traffic informa- tion to the driverTPTraffic Program identification - Program identifier for the
transmission of traffic informationvCard. File format - vcf for contact data exchange, especially elec-
tronic business cards, can include first and last names, ad-
dresses, phone numbers, URLs, logos, photos and audio clipsVINVehicle identification numberWMAWindows Media Audio - compressed audio format
3Abbreviations
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Familiarization with the unit
Introductory information
Important notes
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Declaration of conformity
4
Component protection
4
These operating instructions describe all possible equipment variants without
identifying 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. More information is available from the ŠKODA 1)
Partner from whom you
bought the vehicle.
Please note that these instructions are meant only as a supplement to the infor- mation 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 Vehicle Manual for your vehi-
cle.
The illustrations can differ in minor details from your unit; 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 unit in a way that leaves you in full control of your vehicle in
every traffic situation – there is the risk of an 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.
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:
› impairment of factory- or garage-fitted control units after installation in another
vehicle (for example, after a theft);
› impairment of components operated outside of the vehicle;
› the possibility of a legitimate installation or change of control units for repairs
at a ŠKODA 1)
Service Partner.
When component protection is enabled, the following message appears on the unit's display Component theft protection: the infotainment system is not fully
available at present. Please switch on the ignition.
1)
Terms used
» manual , chapter Preface.
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Please contact a ŠKODA Service Partner if component protection does not deacti-
vate when the ignition is switched on.
Equipment overview
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description of the device
5
touch screen
6
Switching the unit on/off
6
Unit menus
6
Adjusting volume
7
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .
Description of the deviceFig. 1
Description of the device
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 5.
Description of the device - Switch unit on/off, adjust volume
Operation and confirmation RADIO
- Radio menu » page 23
MEDIA - Media menu » page 28
PHONE - Phone menu » page 35
VOICE - Voice control » page 14
NAV - Navigation Menu » page 45
TRAFFIC - List of traffic reports » page 64
CAR - Settings of the vehicle system » page 67
MENU - Displays the unit menus » page 6
Touch screen » page 8
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touch screenFirst read and observe the introductory information given on page 5.
The unit is equipped with a so-called touch screen
11
» Fig. 1 on page 5which can
only be operated by the touch of a finger.
CAUTION
■ The screen can be operated by a slight touch of a finger. Do not apply pressure
to the screen - risk of damage!■
Do not use any objects to operate the screen - risk of damage!
■
Do not use solvents such as benzene or turpentine for cleaning, since they may
damage the screen surface.
Note
■ Use a soft cloth and, if necessary, methylated spirits, to remove fingerprints
from the screen. When doing so, ensure that you do not cause damage to other parts of the interior.■
It is not possible to operate the screen with your fingernails or while wearing
gloves.
■
Do not affix anything to the area of the unit below the screen. This could affect
the operation of the sensors for the zoom function.
■
You can use a touchscreen protector film that does not affect the touchscreen's
functionality to protect it.
■
The brightness of the screen is adjusted automatically depending on the bright-
ness of the interior lighting. The automatic setting can be adjusted manual-
ly » page 19 .
Switching the unit on/off
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 5.
›
Press the knob to switch the unit on or off.
When the unit is switched on, the audio source last active and the most recently
selected menu before the unit was switched off will be restored.
If telephone mode was active before you switched off the unit and the ignition
and Bluetooth ®
function is not switched on, the screen displays the mes-
sage » page 36 . Switch on the ignition or the Bluetooth ®
function » page 21 .
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.
The unit will not be switched on automatically when the ignition is switched on if
the unit was switched off using the
knob.
The unit will switch off automatically after the engine is switched off and the
door is opened if your vehicle is fitted with the KESSY system. The unit will switch
off if you open the driver's door before switching off the engine.
When the ignition is switched off, the unit switches itself off automatically after
approximately half an hour (prevents the vehicle battery being drained).
Unit menus
Fig. 2
Unit menus
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 5.
Call up the main menu
›
Press the button MENU.
Function keys in the MENU main menu - Radio » page 23
- Media » page 28
- Sound settings » page 19
- Unit settings » page 18
- Vehicle systems settings » page 67
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- Navigation menu » page 45
- Phone menu » page 35
Adjusting 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
›
Set the volume to 0 using the knob.
Note
■
The change in volume is displayed on the screen of the unit.■The following symbol appears in the display when the sound is muted: .■
High volumes can cause sound resonance in the vehicle.
■
The car speakers may be damaged if the volume is set too loud or is distorted.
■
The loudspeakers in the vehicle are designed for a power output of the device
of 4x20 W.
■
When equipped with a sound system, the speakers are adapted for a total pow-
er output from the amplifier of 570 W.
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Unit operation
In the unit screen
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operation
8
Input screen with keyboard
9
Input screen with numeric keyboard
9
First and foremost, pay attention to the safety instructions » page 4 , Important
notes .
This chapter covers the operation of the unit and working with the touchscreen
and with various types of input keyboard.
Operation
Fig. 3
Screen display
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 8.
Explanation of graphic
Currently selected menu
- Return to the higher-level menu
Function with “checkbox”
ABCScroll bar - Shows the position in the menu; touch the scroll bar to navigate
the menu
Menu item with “pop-up window”
Screen areas which confirm a function or a menu are called “ function keys”.
White or green function keys are active.
Greyed out function keys are not active.
Proximity sensors
At the bottom of the device there are proximity sensors. When your hand ap- proaches the screen, the device changes from display mode to operating mode
and the available function keys are highlighted.
Status line
In the main menu of some operating modes, the upper screen area contains a sta-
tus line displaying time details and the external temperature, as well as informa- tion on the operating mode currently selected.
Function keys in the main menu
In the main menu of some operating modes, the lower screen area contains func-
tion keys with symbols for functions or menus.
Selecting menu/menu item
› Drag your finger over the screen in the required direction
› Turn the menu knob 2
» Fig. 1 on page 5
If you make the selection by turning the menu knob
2
, the currently selected
menu is highlighted in green.
Confirming menu/menu item
› Touch the function key with your finger
› Press the menu knob
2
Returning to higher-level menu
Context-dependent
› By pressing
› By pressing the relevant button next to the screen
› By touching the screen outside the pop-up window with your finger
Switching function on/off with “checkbox” Press the relevant function key
›
or
- Function is switched on
›
or
- Function is switched off
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