Mmi AUDI A4 2008 B8 / 4.G Infotainment MMI Operating Manual

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Media drives
General notes on CD/DVD operation
These general notes apply to audio CDs and navigation
DVDs.
Requirements for good sound reproduction
Please note the following in order to ensure perfect high-quality
sound reproduction and avoid damage to media drives:
•Do not use damaged or scratched CDs or DVDs .
•Do not use single CDs (diameter 8 cm / 3 inches) .
•Do not use non-circular CDs (shape CDs) .
•Do not use labels .
•Do not use protective rings .
•Do not use dirty CDs or DVDs.
•Do not use a CD cover or a stabiliser.
•Always store unused CDs/DVDs in a suitable CD case and do not
expose them to direct sunlight.
Cleaning media drives, CDs and DVDs
Never use a CD player cleaning disc to clean the media drives.Clean CDs and DVDs with a soft, lint-free cloth. Wipe the disc in a
straight line from the centre outwards. If necessary, dirt can be
removed with a commercially available CD cleaner or with isopropyl
alcohol. Please never use petrol, paint thinner or record cleaner, as
these can damage CDs and DVDs.
Use of laser equipment
Laser devices are divided into the safety classes 1 to 4, as specified
by DIN IEC 76 (CO) 6/ VDE 0837. The audio devices used on your
vehicle are classified as safety class 1. Lasers used in devices that
fall into this category are very weak and well screened, so there is
no danger if used correctly.
Read errors
If the display indicates a read error, any of the following causes are
possible:
Note
•Under certain circumstances audio CDs that are copy-protected
or CDs that do not comply with the standard audio format cannot be
Fig. 2 CDs that should
not be used.
AA
AB
AC
AD
AE
ProblemRemedy
CD/DVD is dirty.Clean the CD/DVD.
CD/DVD is scratched.Replace the CD/DVD with a
scratch-free CD/DVD.
CD/DVD was inserted upside
down.Insert the CD/DVD with the text
facing upwards.
Condensation has formed on
the CD/DVD.Wait until the CD/DVD is dry.
A mechanical malfunction has
occurred on the media drive.Contact an Audi dealer or quali-
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played. CDs that comply with the standard audio format have the
label “Compact Disc Digital Audio”.
•At extremely high or low outside temperatures, it is possible that
the playback of a CD/DVD will not function temporarily. A thermostat
switch is installed to protect the CD/DVD and the reading laser.
•Never remove the device cover. The device has no components
that can be serviced by the owner.
CD changer
Introduction
Eject button
CD slot
button
Position buttons with integrated diodes
The CD changer is located in the centre console. You can load
standard audio CDs or MP3/WMA CDs into the CD changer. The MMI
is used for playing CDs
page 63.
MP3/ WMA files must meet the following specifications:In the case of MP3 files with variable bit rate the display of elapsed
playing time may deviate from the actual figure.
Please note that music files are copyright-protected.
Note
•Please observe the notes for handling CDs
page 11.
•The CD changer does not support playlists and DRM-protected
files.
•In view of the variety of CD-Rs and CD-RWs and the difference in
memory capacities, the quality of this function may vary in the case
of some memory media.
Loading CDs
Do not use any force when inserting a CD into the drive. The
CD will be drawn into the slot automatically.
Fig. 3 CD changer
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MP3 filesWMA files
FormatMPEG-1 Layer 2 and 3
MPEG-2 Layer 2 and 3Version 7, 8 and 9
StandardISO 9660 Level 1 and 2
File systemJoliet (single session and multisession)
Bit rates32 to 320 kbit/s and variable bit rate
Number of
files and
directoriesMax. 255 files per directory, max. 255 directories;
in total not more than 512 files and directories
per medium
ID3 tags/
WMA tagsVersion 1, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3
and 2.4,
max. 30 charactersVersion 7, 8 and 9,
max. 30 characters
Supported
mediaCD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW with a capacity of 650 MB
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Loading a CD
– Press the button
page 12, fig. 3. When the
CD changer is ready for loading, the red diodes in the CD
slot will flash.
– Insert the CD (text facing upwards) into the CD slot ,
holding it straight. The CD will automatically be loaded
into the next available position in the CD changer. The
diode light in the corresponding button will stop
flashing.
Loading all CDs
– Press and hold the button for more than 2
seconds.
– Wait until the red diodes in the CD slot flash.
– Insert all six CDs (text facing upwards) one at a time into
the CD slot , holding them straight. The button diodes
for the occupied positions will stop flashing.
Loading a CD in a specific empty position
– Press the button . The button diodes for any
empty positions will begin flashing.
– Press one of the flashing buttons .
– Wait until the diodes in the CD slot flash.
– Insert the CD (text facing upwards) into the CD slot ,
holding it straight.
Loading a CD in a specific occupied position
– Press the button . The diodes in buttons will
be illuminated to indicate which positions are already
loaded with a CD.– Press one of the illuminated buttons . The CD at that
position will then be ejected.
– Remove the CD from the slot .
– Insert the CD that you wish to load (text facing upwards)
into the slot , holding it straight.
If you press the button again while loading all CDs, the
loading process will be stopped.
After it has been ejected, the CD will automatically be pulled back
into the CD changer after about 30 seconds if it is not removed from
the CD slot.
Note
Please observe the notes for handling CDs
page 11.
Changing CDs
– Press one of the illuminated buttons
page 12, fig. 3.
The CD inserted at this position will then be played.
Ejecting CDs
Ejecting a CD
– To eject the CD that is currently playing, press the eject
button
page 12, fig. 3.
– To eject any CD, press the eject button and then one
of the illuminated buttons
page 12, fig. 3.
Ejecting all CDs
– Press and hold the eject button for at least two
seconds. All of the CDs are ejected one after the other.
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After it has been ejected, the CD will automatically be pulled back
into the CD changer after about 30 seconds if it is not removed from
the CD slot.
Note
Please observe the notes for handling CDs
page 11.
DVD navigation drive
Applies to vehicles: with navigation system
Introduction
Eject button
DVD slot
Depending on the equipment fitted on the vehicle the DVD drive
may be located in the side compartment on the left of the luggage
compartment or underneath the floor panel of the luggage
compartment.
You cannot use the Navigation functions if you have not inserted a
navigation DVD in the DVD drive. TMC traffic messages will then not
be displayed.
Note
You can obtain navigation DVDs from your Audi dealer. Your Audi
dealer will also be able to provide information on updates which are
available for the DVDs.
Applies to vehicles: with navigation system
Loading a navigation DVD
Do not use any force when inserting the navigation DVD
into the drive. The DVD will be drawn into the slot auto-
matically.
– Make sure that no navigation DVD is already loaded in
the drive
page 14.
– Insert the navigation DVD into the drive
fig. 4, keeping
it level (printed side facing upwards).
After the navigation DVD has been loaded, the display will show
“Navigation is being initialised”. You can use the function as soon
as the message disappears.
If the message “Please check navigation DVD” appears in the MMI
display, the Navigation function cannot be used.
Note
Please observe the notes on handling navigation DVDs
page 11.
Applies to vehicles: with navigation system
Ejecting a navigation DVD
– Press the eject button
fig. 4. The navigation DVD
will then be ejected.
Fig. 4 DVD player for
navigation system
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Note
Please observe the notes on handling navigation DVDs
page 11.
Audi music interface
Applies to vehicles: with Audi music interface - under development at the time of printing
Introduction
Various portable players can be connected to the Audi
music interface.
Connection on Audi music interface
Storage bayCover cap
Connector plug for Audi music interface
Adapter cable* (e.g. iPod adapter cable*)
Sliding storage tray
iPod connector on iPod adapter cable*
iPod
iPod adapter cable*
Stereo adapter cable with 3.5 mm jack plug*
Mini USB adapter cable*
USB adapter cable*
The Audi music interface is located in the glove box. You can
connect your portable player (e.g. MP3 player) to the Audi music
interface using special adapter cables*. The adapter cables* are
available from Audi dealers or specialist retailers.
Caution
Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence in a car's
interior) can cause damage to the portable player and/or impair its
performance.
•Please do not leave your portable player in the vehicle in case of
extreme temperatures.
Applies to vehicles: with Audi music interface and adapter cable - under development at the
time of printing
Connecting an adapter cable to the Audi
music interface
– Open the glove box.
–Open the cover cap
fig. 5.
– Connect the adapter cable to the Audi music interface

fig. 5.
Fig. 5 Audi music
interface with iPod
adapter cable and iPod
Fig. 6 Audi music
interface: Adapter
cable
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Disconnecting the iPod connector
– Release the connector by pressing both knobs

page 16, fig. 9.
– Carefully pull the connector out of the iPod .
When it is connected, the iPod can be put away in the storage bay

page 15, fig. 5.
The iPod battery is charged via the adapter cable when the iPod is
connected to the Audi music interface and the ignition is switched
on.
The following iPods can be connected to the iPod adapter cable:
•iPod Mini (versions 1.3.0, 1.4.0 and 1.4.1)
•iPod nano 1G - First Generation (versions 1.1, 1.1.1 and 1.3)
•iPod 5G - Fifth Generation Video (version 1.1.2)
•iPod 4G - Fourth Generation (version 3.1.1)
Other versions cannot be used with the iPod adapter cable. You can
connect these devices as portable players using the optional
adapter cable with 3.5 mm jack plug*
page 18.
Any problems with the iPod will also affect the operation of the MMI.
In this case, please reset your iPod (see operating instructions)
The following iPod control functions are not supported by the MMI:
•Star rating for music tracks
•Jump to a specific place in a track
•Add tracks to the “on-the-go” playlist
•Display the “compilations” folder. Similarly, tracks marked “part
of a compilation” are not included in the artist list if the compilation
function was activated in the iPod.
Note
•For more information on operating the iPod via the MMI, please
refer to the sections starting on
page 63.
•Please refer to the iPod operating instructions for important
information on how to use your iPod.
•We recommend that you update the iPod software to the latest
status.
•Your Audi dealership will be able to provide the latest informa-
tion on the Audi music interface.
Applies to vehicles: with Audi music interface and USB/mini USB adapter cable - under
development at the time of printing
Connecting a portable player via a USB/mini
USB adapter cable
Different USB memory devices can be connected to the
Audi music interface via a USB/mini USB adapter cable.
When connected, the memory devices can be put away in the
storage bay
page 15, fig. 5.
The Audi music interface supports USB memory devices belonging
to the “USB Device Subclass 1, 2 and 6”. The manufacturer will
provide you with information on the “USB Device Subclass” of a USB
memory device.
The following USB memory devices are supported:
•USB sticks
•Single card readers
•Multiple card readers (first card slot used)
•USB MP3 players that do not require special driver software
•External USB flash memory
•External USB hard drives (HDD) - 1", 1.8", 2.5" drives with a max.
starting/continuous current of 800 mA
For information on how to operate the USB memory device via the
MMI, please refer to sections starting on
page 63.
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Please note that music files are copyright-protected.
Note
•You can shorten the process of scanning for music files on the
connected USB memory device by creating a central folder for
music files and playlists and positioning it as the first item (alpha-
betically) on the memory device.
•Do not use USB extension cables or adapters as these impair the
functionality.
•The Audi music interface does not support DRM-protected files.
•In view of the variety of USB memory devices and the difference
in memory capacities, the functionality may be restricted in the case
of some memory devices.
•For up-to-date information please see the internet, e.g.
“www.audi.com”.
•An iPod shuffle cannot be used with the USB/mini USB adapter
cable.
Applies to vehicles: with Audi music interface and 3.5 mm jack plug/adapter cable - under
development at the time of printing
Connecting a portable player via an adapter
cable (with 3.5 mm jack plug)
You can connect your portable player (e.g. MP3 player) to
the Audi music interface using the adapter cable with
3.5 mm jack plug.
– Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug to the earphone connec-
tion of your portable player. The audio source is then
played through the sound system of your vehicle.
If the Audi music interface is already selected as the source

page 63, fig. 54, you may hear some brief interference (a noise
often occurring on home stereo systems) when you connect or
disconnect the 3.5 mm jack plug. To avoid this interference, you can
either activate the mute function
page 45 or another audio
source (radio
page 54, CD
page 63) before connecting and
disconnecting the portable player.
Note
We recommend setting the output level of the portable player to
about 70 percent of maximum. You can adjust the volume level (for
instance to match the radio volume) via the Input level function

page 70.
MP3 filesWMA files
FormatMPEG-1, MPEG-2
MPEG-2.5Version 7, 8 and 9
StandardISO 9660 Level 1 and 2
File systemFAT16, FAT32
File namesDisplay of file names may be restricted by MMI
screen.
Bit rates8 to 320 kbit/s and vari-
able bit rate64 to 320 kbit/s and vari-
able bit rate
No. of filesMax. 500 files per directory
(function restricted with more than 500 files)
Structure of
foldersMax. 7 subfolders
PlaylistsMax. 119 playlists, no more than 1000 entries per
playlist
Playlist
formatsM3U, PLS, B4S
ID3 tags/
WMA tagsVersion 1, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3
and 2.4,
max. 30 charactersVersion 7, 8 and 9,
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Phone pre-installation
Applies to vehicles: with phone pre-installation
Introduction
A mobile phone can be connected to the on-board phone
system and operated via the MMI control console, the
multi-function steering wheel or the speech control
system.
The phone pre-installation is located in the centre armrest. A special
mobile phone adapter is needed in order to connect your mobile
phone to this interface
page 20. Mobile phone adapters are avail-
able from Audi dealers or specialist retailers.
You can operate your mobile phone using the MMI control console

page 87, the multi-function steering wheel*
page 132, the
speech dialogue system*
page 169 or the telephone speech
control system*
page 160. You can also use the talk button *
on the mobile phone adapter to answer and end a call.
When your mobile phone is in the mobile phone adapter, call
signals are sent and received via the external car aerial. This ensures
good transmission quality and reduces radiation emissions in the
interior of the vehicle.
WARNING
•Please note that persons should maintain a minimum distance
of 15 cm from the aerial as prescribed by the certification regula-
tions for mobile high frequency transmission devices.
•Please direct your full attention to the road at all times! As the
driver, you have full responsibility for the safety of the vehicle and
other road users. For this reason, you should only use the func-
tions in a manner that allows you to maintain control of the
vehicle in all situations - accident risk!
•The speech dialogue system*
page 169 and the telephone
speech control system*
page 160 must not be used in cases of
emergency, since the voice changes in stressful situations. This
could result in a failed or delayed telephone connection. Always
dial emergency numbers manually!
Caution
•Always obey the laws regulating the use of telephones in vehi-
cles.
•Always switch off your telephone in areas where using mobile
phones is prohibited.
•Switch off the telephone in all areas where there may be a risk of
explosion. Remember that these areas may not always be
adequately marked. Such places are filling stations, fuel and chem-
ical storage facilities or transport vehicles and other places where
fumes, chemicals (e.g. from leaking propane or fuel vapours in vehi-
cles or buildings) or large quantities of dust particles (e.g. from flour
or wood) could accumulate in the air. This warning also applies to
all other places where you would normally switch off your engine.
Note
•In order to use the telephone functions, your mobile phone must
be compatible with the phone pre-installation in the vehicle, and the
functions must be supported by your service provider.
•For up-to-date information on the phone pre-installation, please
ask an Audi dealer or specialist retailer.


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Applies to vehicles: with phone pre-installation
Inserting and removing a mobile phone
Important: A mobile phone adapter must be installed

page 20.
Inserting
– Place the mobile phone in the adapter
fig. 12.
– Press the mobile phone into the adapter until it locks into
place.
Removing
– Press the release button
fig. 13.– Lift the mobile phone out.
Should you insert the mobile phone into the adapter or remove it
during a call, the audio output or the connection may be inter-
rupted.
WARNING
Always make sure that the mobile phone is properly engaged. In
the event of an accident, a mobile phone which is not securely
fitted could be flung out of the adapter unit and injure the driver
or passengers.
Caution
The mobile phone could possibly be damaged if it is not properly
inserted in the adapter and falls out when driving.
Note
•When you insert the mobile phone in the adapter the connection
is established via the interface in the adapter set; the Bluetooth
connection is then cancelled
2).
•If you use mobile phones in the vehicle this can generate electro-
magnetic fields.
−For this reason, you should always operate mobile phones
with an external aerial. This also applies to mobile phones used
in Bluetooth mode. The external aerial directs the electromag-
netic fields to the exterior, which reduces the field strength in the
vehicle interior.
−If retrofitting an external aerial, please ensure that it is
installed correctly.
Fig. 12 Inserting
mobile phone in
adapter
Fig. 13 Removing
mobile phone from
adapter
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Applies to vehicles: with phone pre-installation
Bluetooth™
Bluetooth enables a wireless connection between a
mobile phone and the MMI system.
The mobile phone 3) must be bonded to the on-board phone
system in the vehicle (only has to be done once). This proce-
dure involves various steps, depending on the mobile
phone you are using. After you switch on the ignition, you
have 5 minutes to connect your mobile phone to the on-
board phone system (while the vehicle is stationary).
– Make sure that no other mobile phone is connected to
the on-board phone system via Bluetooth.
– Switch on the ignition and the MMI (if not already acti-
vated).
– Select the appropriate menu option on your mobile
phone to search for Bluetooth compatible devices
(phone pre-installation).– Connect the mobile phone to the on-board phone
system. Your on-board phone system will use the name
“Audi UHV” when it connects with the mobile phone.
– Enter the PIN for handsfree mode (“1234”) on the on-
board phone system within 30 seconds.
– Wait until your mobile phone indicates that it has
bonded. The Bluetooth symbol
fig. 14 will appear
on the MMI display.
You should change the PIN for handsfree mode to prevent unauthor-
ised use of your mobile phone
page 101.
Up to four mobile phones
You can bond up to four mobile phones to the on-board phone
system. However, it is only possible to activate one connection at a
time. If you bond a fifth mobile phone to the on-board phone
system, the system will delete the device which has not been used
for the longest time in conjunction with the on-board phone system.
Connecting and disconnecting
A mobile phone which has been bonded to the on-board phone
system and is ready to operate will be connected automatically
when you switch on the ignition. On some mobile phones you have
to confirm the connection.
The Bluetooth connection is terminated when the key is removed
from the ignition lock.
Range
The Bluetooth connection between the mobile phone and the on-
board phone system is restricted to the interior of the vehicle. The
connection can be susceptible to interference caused by other elec-
tronic devices or obstacles between the devices. For example, the
transmission quality may be affected if you keep your mobile phone
in your jacket pocket.
3)Please make sure that the mobile phone you are bonding supports the
Hands-Free Profile.
Fig. 14 Bluetooth
symbol
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