Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class 2014 Audio 20 Manual - Manual (Page 83)

= USB socket for connecting an MP3 player
? Example of device: iPod ®
X
Connect the external device with suitable
socket :, ; or =.
Audio 20 activates the device. If connected
via the iPod ® connector or USB socket, a
message appears.
If you remove a device, the No No Device Device Con‐ Con‐
nected nected message appears.
i A connected iPod ® or MP3 player should
not be simultaneously operated via the
Media Interface. This may cause unfore-
seen technical difficulties. This applies for
operation with the remote control (e.g.
Bluetooth ® remote control) or directly via
the device itself.
Applications (Apps) that are activated on
the connected device may lead to malfunc-
tions.
i Connecting a fully discharged iPod ® or
MP3 player can result in an extended initi-
alization period.
Error messages appear while the device is
being activated if:
R Audio 20 does not support the device con-
nected ( External Device Unavailable External Device Unavailable
message).
R the connected device consumes too much
power.
R the Media Interface connection is faulty.
R a mass storage device (such as a USB stick
or USB hard drive) is connected to the
Media Interface ( Please connect the Please connect the
device to the other USB port device to the other USB port mes-
sage).
i The separate USB connection ensures
quick access and expanded media content
options.
Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center if required.
Disconnecting an iPod ®
X Press the release catch on iPod ® plug ;
and pull the iPod ® cable from the iPod ® ,
see the separate cable kit instructions.
Switching to Media Interface mode
General notes
i In extreme cases, starting up individual
functions can take up to several minutes.
This depends on the external device and
the nature of the stored data (e.g. video
podcasts).
Only use the original software to save files
on your iPod ® or MP3 player. Otherwise,
some or all functions may not be available.
Option 1
X Connect an external device (
Y
page 80).
Audio 20 activates the device. If connected
via the iPod ® connector or USB socket, a
message appears. The basic display then
appears.
Option 2:
X Press the h button one or more times.
Pressing the button repeatedly changes the
operating mode in the following order:
R Audio CD/MP3 (disc)
R USB storage device
R Operation with the Media Interface
R Bluetooth ® audio mode
R Audio AUX
Option 3
X
Press number key m (single CD drive).
This selects the connected external audio
device directly.
Operation with the Media Interface
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Z