2006 AUDI A3 automatic

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General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
CD changerApplies to vehicles: with Audi cd changerLoading your CDs into the CD changerLoading just one CD
– Press the button . As soon as the CD changer
is ready for you to load a CD, the red LEDs on the inside
sides of the CD tray (not shown in the illustration)
start to blink.
– Insert the CD (printed side up and straight) into the CD
tray . The CD automatically loads into the next free slot
in the CD changer. The LED in the button will stop
blinking.Loading all CDs
– Press and hold the button for longer than 2
seconds.
– Wait until the red LEDs on the inside sides of the CD tray
(not shown in the illustration) start to blink.
– Now insert your other CDs (printed side up and straight)
o n e a t a t i m e i n t o t h e C D t r a y . Th e L E D s i n e a ch b u t t o n
will stop blinking once a CD has been loaded into the
slot.
Loading the CD into a specific empty slot
– Press the button . The LED in the button of
any empty slot will start to blink.
– If you want to load a CD into a specific slot, you can also
p r e s s a b u t t o n , w h e r e t h e L E D i s not lit a n d i n s e r t y o u r
CD.
– Wait until the red LEDs on the inside sides of the CD tray
(not shown in the illustration) start to blink.
– Now insert your CDs (printed side up and straight) into
the CD tray .
Loading the CD into a specific slot
– Press the button . The LEDs in the buttons
for the slots that already have CDs loaded blink.
– If you press an illuminated button that is not blinking
then that CD will be ejected.
– Remove the ejected CD from the CD tray .
Fig. 42 Audi cd
changer: Loading CDs
LOA D
A2
A;
A;
A3
LOA D
A2
A1
A;
A3
LOA D
A2
A
A3
A1
A;LOA D
A2
A A3
A1

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– Insert a CD that you want to load, label up, into the CD
tray .If you press the button again while you are loading all CDs,
the loading process will be interrupted.
Make sure you load your CDs label side up and straight page 43, fig.42.
The CDs should never be forced into the slot. The CD will be pulled
into the CD changer automatically.
Aft e r a C D h as b e e n l o a d e d in to t h e CD ch a n g e r, yo u s h o u ld w a i t fo r
a moment until the red L ED on the inside side o f the tray blinks. The
CD tray is then ready to be loaded with the next CD.
If you choose a slot which already has a CD loaded in it, the CD will
be ejected. Remove the CD, and insert the new CD you want to have
in this slot.
I f yo u w a i t l o n g e r t h a n 3 0 s e c o n d s w i th o u t r e mo v in g t h e CD, th e C D
will be pulled back into the CD changer automatically.Tips


The CD is played through the main CD/SD function
page 78.


If you have accidently ins er ted a CD upside down (with the label
side facing down), the Display will show a read-error-message.


Never force the CDs into the CD tray. The CD will be pulled into
the CD changer automatically.


Do not use any non circular CDs (for example, Shape CDs)
page 49.
Applies to vehicles: with Audi cd changerEjecting CDsEjecting a CD
– Press the CD EJECT button
fig.43.
– Press the button (LED on) to eject an individual CD, or
– Press the CD EJECT button again to eject the CD you
are playing.
Ejecting all CDs
– Hold down the button for more than two seconds. All
CDs that are currently in the CD changer will be ejected.
Note

Always keep your CDs in their original cases to protect them
from dirt, dust, scratches or other damage.
A1
LOAD
A1
Fig. 43 Audi cd
changer: Ejecting CDs
A1A2A2
A1

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General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP


Never expose CDs to direct sunlight.Tips
I f y o u w a i t l o n g e r t ha n 3 0 s e c o n d s wi t h o u t re m o v i n g t he C D, t h e CD
will be pulled back into the CD changer automatically.Applies to vehicles: with CD changer with magazineCD changer with magazine
CD changer with magazine:
fig.44
Sliding door to close the CD slot
CD magazine slot
Cartridge eject button
CD Changer Magazine
fig.45
Upper side of the magazine
Lower side of the magazine
As a r ul e , t h e C D ch a n g e r a n d m a g a z in e a re i n s t a l l e d i n t h e lu gg a g e
compartment of most vehicles. In other models, they may be
in s t a ll e d i n a c o mp a r tm e n t in t h e re a r s id e t r i m o r b e h i n d t h e d ri v e r
seat. Please refer to your Owner's Manual for the exact location.
Note
The CD changer is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 inch) discs
only.
Fig. 44 CD changer
with magazine
Fig. 45 CD magazine
A;AA A;A

Drives 46Removing and inserting the magazineYou can load and remove the CD magazine with the Naviga-
tion System switched on or off.
Removing the magazine from the CD changer
– Slide the changer door open
fig.46.
– Press the cartridge eject button
fig.46. The maga-
zine automatically comes out.
– Remove the magazine .
Inserting the magazine in the CD changer
– Open the sliding door of the CD slot
fig.46.
– Slide the magazine all the way in with the inscription
“disc” on top. While doing this, the arrow on the maga-
zine must point towards the magazine slot
fig.46.– Close the changer door .
After inserting the magazine, you will hear a “working noise” from
t h e CD c ha n g e r. Th e d e v i c e i s s im p l y c o u n t i n g h o w ma ny C Ds a r e i n
the changer.
If there is no magazine in the CD changer, a read error is shown in
the display.
Fig. 46 CD changer
with magazine
A1
A2
A3
A;
A1

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General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
Tips
If outside temperatures are unusually high or low, the navigation
DVD function may be temporarily unavailable. A thermal switch has
been installed to protect the navigation DVD and the laser
scanner.Handling the navigation DVD or CD
Correct handling of the data carrier being used helps
to extend its life.Alwa ys hold a N avigatio n DVD o r CD either b y the hole in the center
or by the outer edge
fig.52.
The CDs should never be forced into the slot. The CD will be pulled
into the CD changer automatically.
When inserting a CD into the drive, insert it with the printed side
facing up and straight.
Error messagesThe following may be the reason for a read error in the display:

The navigation DVD, audio CD or MP3 CD is contaminated.


The navigation DVD, audio CD or MP3 CD was inserted upside
down (with the printed side down).


The navigation DVD, audio CD or MP3 CD is scratched.


There is condensation on the navigation DVD, audio CD or MP3
CD.


The mechanism for the CD changer, the navigation DVD drive or
the MP3 card reader is malfunctioning.
Check the navigation DVD, audio CD, MP3 CD or SD/MMC memory
card for damage.
Cl e a n th e n a v i g a t io n DV D, a ud i o C D o r M P 3 C D b y w i p i n g it f ro m t he
center toward the outside with a soft, lint-free cloth.
In cold weather and in rain showers, moisture (condensation) can
collect in the housing or on the data carriers. This can cause skips
or make playback impossible. When moisture is no longer present,
it should be possible to play them.
If the mechanism for the CD changer with magazine malfunctions,
remove the magazine from the changer
page 46 and inspect the
CDs for damage and for correct positioning in the magazine
page 48.
I f t h e m e c h a n i s m f o r t h e A u d i c d c h a n g e r m a l f u n c t i o n s , p u s h t h e C D
Eject button and the corresponding illuminated button to eject the
CD page 44. Inspect the CD for damage.
Try to resume DVD/CD operation. If the malfunction persists, please
consult a qualified dealership.
Fig. 52 Holding your
Navigation DVD or CD

RADIO 58
function button
– Press the function button in the radio menu.
Each time the button is pressed, the frequency
band changes.The following frequency bands are available:Main radio menuGeneral
The radio station list for the selected frequency band is
displayed in the main radio menu.The station lists for the FM and AM range differ in their behavior.
The FM station list
fig.55 is adapted automatically (dynamically)
and the AM station list page 59, fig.56 has to be updated manu-
ally (statically).
The station list in the XM Satellite Radio*
page 60, f i g .5 7 o r S i r i u s
Satellite Radio* main menu is updated dynamically.
The title line of the Display shows you whether the radio station is
operating in FM, AM, XM* or Sirius*. The frequency band can be
selected with Band control button
page 57.
Tips
The radio station currently set and the frequency band is shown in
the instrument cluster display.Radio station list on the FM band
The FM station list is dynamic and adapts automati-
cally to the current reception status.Fig. 55 Radio: Station list in main FM menu– Press the function button if another menu is
currently being displayed.
– Select the desired radio station in the main FM radio
menu with the control knob.
Frequency band
Abbreviation
Frequency modulation
FM
Amplitude modulation
AM
Satellite Radio
XM* Radio or
Sirius*
FM
AM
FM
AM
FM
AM
FM
AM

RADIO 58
function button
– Press the function button in the radio menu.
Each time the button is pressed, the frequency
band changes.The following frequency bands are available:Main radio menuGeneral
The radio station list for the selected frequency band is
displayed in the main radio menu.The station lists for the FM and AM range differ in their behavior.
The FM station list
fig.55 is adapted automatically (dynamically)
and the AM station list page 59, fig.56 has to be updated manu-
ally (statically).
The station list in the XM Satellite Radio*
page 60, f i g .5 7 o r S i r i u s
Satellite Radio* main menu is updated dynamically.
The title line of the Display shows you whether the radio station is
operating in FM, AM, XM* or Sirius*. The frequency band can be
selected with Band control button
page 57.
Tips
The radio station currently set and the frequency band is shown in
the instrument cluster display.Radio station list on the FM band
The FM station list is dynamic and adapts automati-
cally to the current reception status.Fig. 55 Radio: Station list in main FM menu– Press the function button if another menu is
currently being displayed.
– Select the desired radio station in the main FM radio
menu with the control knob.
Frequency band
Abbreviation
Frequency modulation
FM
Amplitude modulation
AM
Satellite Radio
XM* Radio or
Sirius*
FM
AM
FM
AM
FM
AM
FM
AM

RADIO61
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
Memory control buttonUsing the memory list
Up to 30 stations from all available frequency bands
can be saved in the memory list.Fig. 58 Radio: Memory listSaving a new station in the memory list
– Select the desired radio station in the main radio menu
with the control knob.
–Press the Memory control button.
– By rotating and pressing the control knob, select Store
station station-ID
fig.58.– Select your desired memory location by rotating the
control knob.
– Press the control knob to save the station.
Selecting a station from the memory list
–Press the Memory control button in the radio menu.
– By rotating and pressing the control knob, select a
station from the memory list.
In addition to the lists of available radio stations (
page 58), the
radio function gives you the option of collecting the radio stations
that you want in a memory list.
The frequency band
page 57 is indicated in each case to the right
of the station name fig.58.
When you save a new station, an empty memory location will be
offered automatically. You may also select any other memory loca-
tion or you can replace one that is already taken. If a station is
already stored there, it is overwritten.
If the current station is already saved in the memory, you are not
given the option Store station station-ID.
When you have selected the station you want in a radio station list
page 59, fig.56, you can switch to the memory list by pressing
and holding the control knob to save this station.
I n S e t u p r a d i o , y o u c a n d e l e t e s a v e d r a d i o s t a t i o n s f r o m t h e m e m o r y
list using the Delete stored stations function
page 67.
Starting on
page 62 you can find how to set and save radio
stations manually.