wheel AUDI A8 2009 D3 / 2.G RNS_E Navigation System Manual
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Table of contents 2Table of contentsAbout this book
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General operation
. . . . . . . .
Overview
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control unit with screen . . . . . . . . .
Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening and closing display . . . . .
Anti-theft coding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General system operation
. . . . . .
Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-function steering wheel  . . . .
Display
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Orientation symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the speller . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control wheel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drives
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DVD navigation drive . . . . . . . . . . . .
MP3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RADIO, CD
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
RADIO
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Band control button (frequency)  . 
Main radio menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Memory control button  . . . . . . . . . 
Sound control button . . . . . . . . . . . 
Tuning control button  . . . . . . . . . . 
Setup Radio (FM/AM range) . . . . . . 
Satellite Digital Audio Radio 
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Setup Satellite radio . . . . . . . . . . . . 
System information  . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CD/SD
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Source control button  . . . . . . . . . . 
Main CD menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CD list control button . . . . . . . . . . . 
Sound control button . . . . . . . . . . . 
CD control button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Setup CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Main MP3 menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
MP3 list control button  . . . . . . . . . 
Sound control button . . . . . . . . . . . 
MP3 ctrl control button  . . . . . . . . . 
Setup MP3  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Adjusting sound settings
 . . . . . . 
S e t t ing  bas ic  s ou n d ch a ra c te r i st ic s
DSP (Digital Signal Processing) . . . 
Dynamic noise compensation . . . . 
Volume settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
NAME, TEL
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NAME (directory)
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
General safety precautions  . . . . . . 
Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Main directory menu . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Te l e p h o n e
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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4
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Overview9
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
OverviewControl unit with screenThis overview is to assist you in familiarizing yourself 
with the controls and their functions.
On/Off knobSwitching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Volume adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Button (
) for opening and closing the Display  . . . . . .
Function buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Forward/reverse buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control knob  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips
Please note that this Operator's Manual describes only the Audi 
Navigation System plus and its components. You can find addi-
tional information on vehicle operation in your Owner's Manual.
Some the equipment shown is found only in certain model 
versions or is optional equipment
Important NotesNotes on Traffic Safety
To ensure driving safety, settings in the Navigation 
System must only be performed when the vehicle is 
parked.The broad range of equipment in the Audio Navigation System 
provides a wealth of potential entertainment and a wide variety of 
information in addition to navigation.
Carry out your settings in the Navigation System only when the 
vehicle is stationary. Avoid using the Navigation System while you 
are driving so that you can devote your full attention to traffic. Use 
the controls on the multi-function steering wheel* 
page 21 while 
you are driving.
WARNING
Pay attention first and foremost to your driving! As the driver 
of the vehicle, you have total responsibility for operating the 
vehicle safely. Therefore, when using the Navigation System func-
t io n s ,  m ak e  c er t ai n  t h at  y o u  a l w ay s  h av e c o m p l et e  c o n t ro l o f  y o u r  
vehicle!
Traffic today requires your full and continuous concentration. 
A s  t h e  d ri v e r, y o u  b e ar  c o m p l et e  re sp o n s i b il i t y  fo r  sa fet y  i n  t raff i c .  
Therefore, to ensure driving safety, settings in the Navigation 
System must be performed only when the vehicle is parked.
A1
11
19
A2
12
A3
16
A4
27
A5
18
A6
17
A7
17
A8
RETURN
18 
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General system operation19
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP If you would like to scroll in an active radio station list using the 
Forward/Reverse button, it is not necessary to show the station list 
in the Navigation System display.
If the radio memory list 
page 61 is shown in the Navigation 
System display, you can select a a station from the memory list by 
pressing the Forward/Reverse button.
Main CD function is active
Pressing the   button   calls up the next CD track. If the button is 
held down, fast forward is activated.
You can jump back to the previous track by pressing the   button 
 within the first 10 seconds of play time for a track. After 10 
s e c o n d s  i t  j um p s  t o  t h e  s t a r t  o f  t h e  t ra ck. I f t h e  b ut to n  is  he l d  d o w n ,  
reverse is activated.
If you would like to scroll in an active CD track list using the 
Forward/Reverse button or activate forward/reverse it is not neces-
sary to show the CD operating menu in the Navigation System 
display.
Main MP3 function is active
Pressing the   button   c alls up the n e xt in the  MP3 p layer. If the 
button is held down, fast forward is activated.
You can jump back to the previous track by pressing the   button 
 within the first 10 seconds of play time for a track. After 10 
s e c o n d s  i t  j um p s  t o  t h e  s t a r t  o f  t h e  t ra ck. I f t h e  b ut to n  is  he l d  d o w n ,  
reverse is activated.
If you would like to scroll in an active MP3 track list using the 
Forward/Reverse button or activate forward/reverse it is not neces-
sary to show the MP3 operating menu in the Navigation System 
display.
Adjusting volumeVolume can be adjusted by turning the ON/OFF button. The volume 
setting will be stored automatically.
If the volume is too high when the radio is turned on, it will be 
reduced automatically to a level set by the factory. If the volume is 
too low when the radio is turned on, it will be increased automati-
cally to a level set by the factory.
Tips
Volume can also be adjusted using the buttons on the multi-func-
tion steering wheel* 
page 21.
|
A2
|
A1
|
A2
|
A1
Fig. 14  Navigation 
System ON/OFF knob - 
adjusting volume 
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General system operation21
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
Multi-function steering wheelApplies to vehicles: with multi-function steering wheelGeneral
The multi-function steering wheel enables quick and 
easy operation of selected systems on the Navigation 
System.To minimize driver distraction when operating the Navigation 
System and its components, buttons for controlling basic audio 
functions are placed on the multi-function steering wheel. However, 
this applies only if your vehicle equipment was installed at the 
factory.
Depending on the multi-function steering wheel in your vehicle, you 
can use audio functions.
You use the buttons to operate the function that is active at the time. 
For example, if you are listening to the radio, you can select the 
last/next station from the station list using the   or   button on 
the multi-function steering wheel with audio controls*.
The volume can be adjusted in each active function.
Of course, you can continue to use the audio functions from the 
Navigation System.
Tips
If systems have not been installed in the vehicle, the button on the 
multi-function steering wheel* assigned to that system is 
inoperative.
Applies to vehicles: with multi-function steering wheel with audio operationMulti-function steering wheel with audio operationYou can perform the following functions with this 
multi-function steering wheel:
Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
Press the 
 button
Radio
Select the previous 
station on the radio 
station list 
a).
CD or MP3
Select the previous 
track for the audio 
source you are listen-
ing to.
Pres s and h old 
the   button
CD or MP3
Reverse
Fig. 16  Multi-function 
steering wheel with 
audio operation
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AA
 
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General system operation 22
Applies to vehicles: with multi-function steering wheel with audio operation - version AMulti-function steering wheel with audio operation - version A
Press the 
 button
Radio
Select the next station 
on the radio station 
list 
a).
CD or MP3
Select the next track 
for the audio source 
you are listening to.
Pres s an d h old  
the   button
CD or MP3
Fast forward
Press the 
 button
Radio, CD or 
MP3
Increase volume
Press the 
 button
Radio, CD or 
MP3
Reduce volume
Press the 
 button
Radio
Frequency scan
CD
Load the previous CD 
if CD changer* is 
installed
MP3
Switch to previous 
available MP3 drive
Press the 
 button
Radio
Frequency scan
CD
Load the ne xt CD if CD 
changer* is installed
MP3
Switch to next avail-
able MP3 drive
a)If the radio memory list is shown in the Navigation System display, a radio 
station can be selected from the list using the left menu thumbwheel.Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
AB
AB
AC
AD
AE
AF
Fig. 17  Multi-function 
steering wheel with 
audio operation 
(version A) 
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General system operation23
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP You can perform the following functions with this 
multi-function steering wheel:
Applies to vehicles: with multi-function steering wheel with audio operation - version BMulti-function steering wheel with audio operation - version B
Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
Press the 
 button
Radio
Select the previous 
station on the radio 
station list 
a).
CD or MP3
Select the previous 
track for the audio 
source you are listen-
ing to.
Press and 
hold  
the   button
CD or MP3
Reverse
Press the 
 button
Radio
Select the next station 
on the radio station 
list 
a).
CD or MP3
Select the next track 
for the audio source 
you are listening to.
Press and 
hold 
the   button
CD or MP3
Fast forward
  button not applicable.
AA
AA
AB
AB
AE
Pres s th e 
 button
Radio, CD or 
MP3
Increase volume
Pres s th e 
 button
Radio, CD or 
MP3
Reduce volume
Talk Button ( ) not applicable.
a)If the radio memory list is shown in the Navigation System display, a radio 
station can be selected from the list using the left menu thumbwheel.Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
AC
AD
AF
Fig. 18  with multi-
function steering 
wheel with audio oper-
ation (version B) 
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General system operation 24You can perform the following functions with this 
multi-function steering wheel:
The menu thumbwheel functions apply to the equipment which is 
active at the time.
If you roll the left menu thumbwheel past several detents in CD 
operation, several tracks are jumped.Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
Roll the left 
menu thumb-
wheel 
up/down
Radio
Select the previ-
ous/next station on the 
radio station list 
a).
CD or MP3
Select the previ-
ous/next track for the 
audio source you are 
listening to.
First press on 
left menu 
thumbwheel
Radio
Start station frequency 
scan forward
Second press 
on left menu 
thumbwheel
Radio
Stop station fre-
quency scan
Pres s and h old 
left menu 
thumbwheel
CD or MP3
Fast forward
 button not applicable.
AAAAAAAB
MODE
Talk Button ( ) not applicable.Roll right 
menu thumb-
wheel up   
or down 
Radio, CD or 
MP3
Increase or reduce vol-
ume
Press the right 
thumbwheel
Radio, CD or 
MP3
Repeat the last naviga-
tion* announcement 
with active route guid-
ance
a)If the radio memory list is shown in the Navigation System display, a radio 
station can be selected from the list using the left menu thumbwheel.Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
AC
	
AD
AD 
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General system operation25
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
Applies to vehicles: with multi-function steering wheel with audio operation - version CMulti-function steering wheel with audio operation - version C
You can perform the following functions with this 
multi-function steering wheel:
Fig. 19  Multi-function 
steering wheel with 
audio operation - 
version C
Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
Press the 
 button
Radio
Select the previous 
station on the radio 
station list 
a).
CD or MP3
Select the previous 
track for the audio 
source you are listen-
ing to.
Press and hold  
the  
 button
CD or MP3
Reverse
Press the 
 button
Radio
Select the next station 
on the radio station 
list 
a).
CD or MP3
Select the next track 
for the audio source 
you are listening to.
Press und 
halten der 
 button
CD or MP3
Fast forward
  button not applicable.
AA
AA
AB
AB
AE
 
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General system operation 26
Press the 
 button
Radio, CD, or 
MP3
Increase volume
Press the 
  button
Radio, CD, or 
MP3
Reduce volume
 button not applicable.
a)If the radio memory list is shown in the Navigation System display, a radio 
station can be selected from the list using the left menu thumbwheel.Button
Function 
description
Operating 
mode
Application
AC
AD
AF
 
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Display33
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
Control wheelOperation
The “controlwheel” shown in the display, together 
with the “controlknob”, allows easy operation of the 
basic functions when playing the CD, radio and MP3.Fig. 29  Display: Control wheel (example shows MP3 operation)– Press the corresponding function button, e.g.  .
– Press the control button with the Source function.
–Select MP3.
– Press the control button with the MP3 ctrl function.– Rotate the control knob to select a function on the 
control wheel  fig.29.
– Confirm your selection by pressing the control knob.
The control wheel   is divided into different segments. The func-
tion of the segment depends on the current menu.
Tips
Yo u  c a n  f i n d  t h e  d e s c r i p t i o n  o f  t h e  d i f f e r e n t  c o n t r o l  w h e e l  f u n c t i o n s  
during radio operation starting on 
page 62, during CD operation 
starting on 
page 80 and during MP3 operation starting on 
page 85.
CD/SD
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