USB port VAUXHALL CASCADA 2016.5 Infotainment system

Introduction15Auto volume
When auto volume is activated
3 19, the volume is adapted
automatically to compensate for the
road and wind noise as you drive.
Mute
Press PHONE (if Phone portal is
available: press for a few seconds) to
mute the audio sources.
To cancel mute again: turn X or press
PHONE again (if Phone portal is
available: press for a few seconds).
Volume limitation at high
temperatures
At very high temperatures inside the
vehicle, the Infotainment system
limits the maximum adjustable
volume. If necessary, the volume is
decreased automatically.
Modes of operation
Audio players
Repeatedly press SRCE to toggle
between the AM, FM , CD , USB , AUX,
Bluetooth or DAB main menus.For detailed descriptions of:
● CD/MP3 player 3 29
● USB port 3 31
● AUX input 3 31
● Bluetooth audio 3 31
● AM radio 3 23
● FM radio 3 23
● DAB radio 3 27
Navigation
Press NAVI to display the map of the
navigation application.
Press the multifunction knob to open
a submenu with options for the input
of destinations and the structuring of
a route.
For a detailed description of the
navigation functions 3 36.
Phone
Press PHONE to display the phone
main menu with options for the input
or selection of numbers.
For a detailed description of the
mobile phone functions 3 62.Notice
Brief information on the audio
sources and the current navigation
session may be displayed via the
Quick Info application.

External devices31External devicesGeneral information.....................31
Playing audio ............................... 33
Displaying pictures ....................... 34
Using apps ................................... 35General information
Sockets for the connection of external
devices are located in the centre
console.
Notice
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
AUX input
It is possible to connect e.g. an iPod,
Smartphone or another auxiliary
device with a 3.5 mm jack plug to the
AUX input. The Infotainment system
can play music files contained in
auxiliary devices.
When connected to the AUX input,
the audio signal of the auxiliary device
is transmitted via the speakers of the
Infotainment system.
The volume can be adjusted via the Infotainment system. All other control functions must be operated via the
auxiliary device.
Connecting a device
To connect the auxiliary device to the
AUX input socket of the Infotainment
system, use the following cable:3-pole for audio source.
To disconnect the AUX device, select another function and then remove the
AUX device.
USB port An MP3 player, USB device, iPod or
Smartphone can be connected to the
USB port. The Infotainment system
can play music files or display
pictures contained in auxiliary
devices.
When connected to the USB port, the devices mentioned above can be
operated via the controls and menus
of the Infotainment system.
Notice
Not all MP3 players, USB drives,
iPod models or Smartphones are
supported by the Infotainment
system.
Connecting/disconnecting a device
Connect the device to the USB port.
For the iPod, use the appropriate
connection cable.

32External devicesNotice
If a non-readable USB device or
iPod is connected, a corresponding
error message will appear and the
Infotainment system will
automatically switch to the previous
function.
To disconnect the USB device or
iPod, select another function and then
remove the USB storage device.Caution
Avoid disconnecting the device
during playback. This may
damage the device or the
Infotainment system.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth enabled audio sources
(e.g. music mobile phones, MP3
players featuring Bluetooth, etc.),
which support the Bluetooth music
profiles A2DP and AVRCP can be
connected wirelessly to the
Infotainment system.
The Infotainment system can play
music files contained in Bluetooth
devices, e.g. iPod or Smartphone.
Connecting a device
For a detailed description on the
Bluetooth connection 3 63.
File formats Audio files
Only devices formatted in the FAT32,
NTFS and HFS+ file systems are
supported.
Notice
Some files may not be played
properly. This might be due to a
different recording format or the
condition of the file.
Files from online shops to which
Digital Rights Management (DRM)
has been applied cannot be played.
The playable audio file formats
are .mp3, .wma, .aac and .m4a.
When playing a file with ID3 tag
information, the Infotainment system
can display information, e.g. on the
track title and artist.
Picture files
The displayable picture file formats
are .jpg, .jpeg, .bmp, .png and .gif.The files must have a maximum size
of 2048 pixels in width and
2048 pixels in height (4MP).
Gracenote
The Gracenote database contains
information on media data currently
available on the market.
When connecting external devices,
the tracks or files are recognised by
the Gracenote function.
If the Gracenote normalisation
function is activated, spelling
mistakes in MP3 tag data are
automatically corrected. Due to this,
media search results may be
improved.
Press CONFIG and then select Radio
Settings .
Select Gracenote Options to display
the respective submenu.
Activate the Gracenote normalisation
function.

External devices35Shuffle Images
To display the pictures of a slide show
in random order, activate Shuffle
Images .
Using apps Connecting the smartphone
If not connected to the Infotainment
system, connect the smartphone:
● iPod/iPhone: connect the device
to the USB port 3 31.
● Android phone: establish a
Bluetooth connection 3 63.
Downloading the app Notice
Before an approved application can
be operated using the controls and
menus of the Infotainment system,
the respective app must be installed
on the smartphone.
Download the desired app to your
smartphone from the respective app
store.Starting the app
Press ; and then select the
respective smartphone app icon on
the home screen.
A connection to the application
installed on the smartphone is
established.
The main menu of the app is shown
on the display of the Infotainment
system.

74IndexAActivating AUX.............................. 33
Activating Bluetooth music ...........33
Activating CD player .....................30
Activating radio ............................. 23
Activating the Infotainment system 14
Activating the navigation system ..37
Activating the phone portal ...........65
Activating USB audio ....................33
Activating USB picture ..................34
Address book................................ 41
Apps ............................................. 35
Audio CUE volume .......................19
Audio files ..................................... 31
Autostore lists ............................... 24
Retrieving stations..................... 24
Storing stations ......................... 24
Auto volume.................................. 19
AUX .............................................. 31
B
BACK button ................................. 16
Balance......................................... 18
Basic operation ............................. 16
Bass.............................................. 18
Bluetooth connection ....................63
Bluetooth music ............................ 31
Bread crumbs ............................... 49C
Category list.................................. 23
CD player...................................... 29
Chime volume............................... 19
Control elements Infotainment system ....................8
Steering wheel ............................ 8
Control elements overview .............8
D DAB .............................................. 27
Date .............................................. 20
Destination input ..........................41
Digital audio broadcasting ............27
Display .......................................... 20
Displaying pictures .......................34
E Emergency call ............................. 64
EQ ................................................ 18
Equaliser....................................... 18
F
Factory defaults ............................ 20
Fader ............................................ 18
Favourite lists ............................... 25
Retrieving stations..................... 25
Storing stations ......................... 25
File formats ................................... 29

75Audio files.................................. 31
Picture files................................ 31
Frequently asked questions .........71
G
General information 29, 31 , 36 , 53 , 62
AUX ........................................... 31
Bluetooth music......................... 31
CD ............................................. 29
Infotainment system ....................6
Navigation ................................. 36
Phone portal .............................. 62
Radio ......................................... 23
USB ........................................... 31
Gracenote ..................................... 31
Guidance ..................................... 49
H
Home address .............................. 41
Home Page............................. 16, 20
I
Infotainment control panel ..............8
K Keyboard ...................................... 41
L
Language ..................................... 20M
Maps ............................................. 37
Maximum startup volume .............19
Menu operation............................. 16
Messages ..................................... 16
Midrange....................................... 18 Mobile phones and CB radio equipment ................................ 69
Multifunction knob......................... 16
Mute.............................................. 14
N
Navigation Address book ............................ 41
Bread crumbs ............................ 49
Coordinates ............................... 41
Current location ......................... 37
Destination input .......................41
Favourite routes ........................41
General settings ........................37
Guidance alerts ......................... 49
Home address ........................... 41
Keyboard ................................... 41
Map display ............................... 37
Map manipulation ......................37
POIs .......................................... 41
Recent destinations ..................41
Route guidance ......................... 49
Route options ............................ 49
Route simulation .......................37Route tracking........................... 49
TMC stations ............................. 49
Traffic incidents ......................... 49
Turn list ..................................... 49
Voice prompts ........................... 49
Waypoint trip ............................. 41
Navigation system ........................36
Navigation volume ........................19
O Operation ...................................... 65
AUX ........................................... 33
Bluetooth music......................... 33
CD ............................................. 30
Infotainment system ..................14
Menu ......................................... 16
Navigation system .....................37
Phone ........................................ 65
Radio ......................................... 23
USB ..................................... 33, 34
P Pairing .......................................... 63
Phone Bluetooth ................................... 62
Bluetooth connection ................63
Conference call ......................... 65
Emergency calls ........................64
Functions during a call ..............65
Phone book ............................... 65

Introduction.................................. 80
Radio ........................................... 90
CD Player .................................... 97
AUX input ................................... 100
USB port .................................... 101
Speech recognition ....................103
Phone ........................................ 108
Index .......................................... 116CD 300

80IntroductionIntroductionGeneral information.....................80
Theft-deterrent feature .................81
Control elements overview ..........82
Usage .......................................... 85
Basic operation ............................ 86
Tone settings ............................... 88
Volume settings ........................... 89General information
The Infotainment system provides
you with state-of-the-art in-car
infotainment.
For the AM, FM and DAB wavebands the radio is equipped with twelve
automatically assignable channel presets. Furthermore, various
channels can be allocated manually
(waveband-independent).
The integrated audio player will
entertain you with audio CDs and MP3/WMA CDs.
Furthermore, you can connect
external data storage devices, e.g.
iPod, MP3 player or USB stick, or a
portable CD player to the
Infotainment system as further audio
sources.
The digital sound processor provides
you with several preset equalizer
modes for sound optimisation.
Optionally, the Infotainment system
can be operated using controls on the steering wheel or via the speech
recognition system.In addition the Infotainment system
can be equipped with a mobile phone
portal.
The well-thought-out design of the
control elements, the clear displays
and a large multifunction knob enable you to control the system easily and
intuitively.
Notice
This manual describes all options
and features available for the
various Infotainment systems.
Certain descriptions, including those for display and menu functions, may
not apply to your vehicle due to
model variant, country
specifications, special equipment or
accessories.
Important information on
operation and traffic safety9 Warning
The Infotainment system must be
used so that the vehicle can be
driven safely at all times. If in

86IntroductionVolume limitation at high
temperatures
At very high temperatures inside the
vehicle the Infotainment system limits
the maximum adjustable volume. If
necessary the volume is decreased
automatically.
Modes of operation
Radio
Press RADIO to open the radio main
menu or to change between the
different wavebands.
Press the multifunction knob to open
a submenu with options for station
selection.
Detailed description of the radio
functions 3 90.
Audio players
Press CD or AUX to open the CD,
USB , iPod or AUX menus or to switch
between these menus.
Press the multifunction knob to open
a submenu with options for track
selection.Detailed description of:
● CD player functions 3 98
● AUX input functions 3 100
● USB port functions 3 101
Phone
Press PHONE to open the telephone
menu.
Press the multifunction knob to open
a submenu with options for the input
or selection of numbers.
Detailed description of the mobile
phone portal functions 3 108.
Basic operation
Multifunction knob The multifunction knob is the central
control element for the menus.
Turn the multifunction knob: ● to display a menu option
● to set a numeric valuePress the multifunction knob: ● to select or activate the option displayed
● to confirm a set value ● to switch a system function on/off
BACK button
Press BACK briefly to:
● exit a menu
● return from a submenu to the next higher menu level
● delete the last character in a character sequence
Press and hold BACK for a few
seconds to delete the entire entry.

USB port101USB portGeneral information...................101
Playing saved audio files ...........101General information
In the centre console there is a USB socket for the connection of external
audio data sources.
Devices connected to the USB port
are operated via the controls and
menus of the Infotainment system.
Notice
The socket must always be kept clean and dry.
Important information
The following devices can be
connected to the USB port:
● iPod
● Zune
● PlaysForSure device (PFD) ● USB drive
Notice
Not all iPod, Zune, PFD or USB drive models are supported by the
Infotainment system.
Playing saved audio files
Press AUX once or several times to
activate the USB mode.Playback of the audio data stored on
the USB device is started.
The operation of data sources
connected via USB is generally the same as for an audio MP3 CD 3 98.
On the following pages only the
aspects of operation that are
different/additional are described.
Operation and the screen displays
are described for USB drives only.
Operation of other devices, e.g. iPod
or Zune is generally the same.
Selecting tracks using the USB
menu
Press the multifunction knob to open
the USB related menu.
To play all tracks in succession:
select Play all .
To display a menu with various
additional options for track search and selection: select Search.
The search process on the USB
device may take several minutes.
During this time the station last played will be received.
To play all tracks in random order: set
Shuffle songs (random) to On.