2006 AUDI A3 MP3

Drives 38For compressing MP3 files we recommend a bit rate of at least 160
kbit/s.
In the case of MP3 files with a variable bit rate, there may be a
discrepancy between play time displayed and the real time.
If various types of information (artist, album, track name, and so on)
a re to b e d i s p l a y e d , a n I D 3 t a g m us t b e a t t a che d to t h e M P 3 fi l e . Th e
MP3 player supports Versions 1 and 2 of ID3 tags. The display of
artist and track name is limited to a total of 64 characters maximum.
The Navigation System recognizes playlists and can play MP3 files
in the sequence established there. The structure of the playlists
must conform to m3u format. The file names must have the exten-
sion “.m3u”.
Tips
Because of the diversity of CD-R/CD-RW blanks and their different
storage capacities, function may be limited with individual storage
media.
Loading CD
M P3 C Ds a n d a u d i o C D s c a n a ls o b e p la y e d i n t h e DV D
navigation drive.
Fig. 36 Display open:
DVD navigation driveFig. 37 Display open:
Inserting CD into the
drive

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General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
– Press the button to open the display
page 38,
fig.36.
– Hold the MP3 CD or audio CD by the hole in the center
and the outer edge
page 38, fig.37.
– Guide the MP3 CD or audio CD straight (label side up)
into the drive . The CD is pulled in automatically.Before inserting the CD, check to make sure there is no CD already
in the drive. If there is a CD in the drive, push the Eject button and
remove the CD
page 37.
A CD s ho uld never be forced in to the drive. The CD is pulled in auto-
matically. If the CD is inserted wrong side up, you will be alerted by
a message in the open display.
If an MP3 CD has been inserted and not played, the data from the
ID3 tag are read in in the background. If you start playback of an
MP3 CD immediately, the ID3 tag data are displayed for the track
being played.
An audio CD (CD-A) inserted in the DVD navigation drive is played
using the CD function
page 78. An MP3 CD inserted in the DVD
navigation drive is played using the MP3 function
page 83.
Note


Always keep the navigation DVD that you removed in a suitable
j e w e l c as e (e .g . C D c as e ) to p ro t e c t t he DV D f ro m d i r t , d us t p a r t i c le s ,
scratches and other damage
page 48.


Do not attach labels to the CDs. Heat can cause the label to
b e c o m e d e t a ch e d i n t h e d ri v e , j a m t h e CD a n d c a us e a m a lf un c t io n .
Use a permanent marker to label CDs you have burned yourself.


Never expose the navigation DVD to direct sunlight.
Tips


Standard 12-cm diameter CDs can be used. Mini CDs with a
diameter of 8 cm (3 inches) or non-circular CDs, known as shape
CDs, must not be used.


The use of cleaning CDs can lead to mechanical damage to the
drive.


Because of the diversity of CD-R/CD-RW blanks and their
different storage capacities, function may be limited with individual
storage media.


If you have not inserted a navigation DVD into the drive, you
cannot use the Navigation and Directory functions.
Ejecting a CD– Press the button to open the display.


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Fig. 38 Display open:
Ejecting a CD


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– Push the Eject button to eject the MP3 CD or the audio
CD.O n l y u s e c l e a n C D s w i t h o u t s c r a t c h e s o r d a m a g e t o e n s u r e p r o b l e m -
free, high-quality music playback.
Note


A l w a y s k e e p t h e M P 3 C D s / a u d i o C D s i n a s u i t a b l e j e w e l c a s e ( e .g .
CD case) to protect them from dirt, dust particles, scratches and
other damage.


Never expose MP3 CDs/audio CDs to direct sunlight.
SD or MMC memory cards
Both SD and MMC cards can be used as memory
cards.SD or MMC cards with a storage capacity of 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB
and 256 MB can be used.
The two MP3 card readers were tested with most of the products
available on the market. However, in isolated cases, it is possible
that individual memory cards may not be recognized.
Memory cards must be formatted using the FAT or FAT32 methods.
The file/folder name must not exceed a maximum of 64 characters
in le ngth. Files with longer file/fo ld er n ame s are not played. The file
names for the MP3 files must have the extension “.mp3”.
MPEG-1 layer 3 format is supported by the MP3 player. For
compressing MP3 files, we recommend a bit rate of at least 160
kbits/s. Fixed bit rates of 32-320 kbits/s are supported.In the case of MP3 files with a variable bit rate, there may be a
discrepancy between play time displayed and the real time.
The maximum number per medium is limited to 400 files and 256
file folders.
I f v a r i o us t yp e s o f in fo r m a t io n (a r t i s t , a l b um , t ra ck n a m e , a n d s o o n )
a re t o b e d i s p la y e d , a n I D3 t a g m u s t b e a t t a ch e d to t h e M P 3 fi l e . Th e
MP3 player supports Versions 1 and 2 of ID3 tags. The display of
a r t i s t a n d t ra ck n a m e i s li m it e d to a t o t a l o f 6 4 ch a ra c t e r s m a x i m um .
The Navigation System recognizes playlists and can play MP3 files
in the sequence established there. The structure of the playlists
must conform to m3u format. The file names must have the exten-
sion “.m3u”.
Tips
Individual types of memory cards may have limited functions.
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General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
Loading a memory card
The Navigation System contains two MP3 card
readers.
– Press the button to open the display
page 39,
fig.38.
– Insert the memory card with the label side up (contact
surface down) into the card reader slot
fig.39. The
missing corner of the memory card must point to the
front right as seen in the direction of travel
fig.40.
– Then push the memory card into the slot until you feel it
click into place. The memory card is flush with the area
around it.I f t h e m e m o r y c a r d h a s b e e n l o a d e d c o r r e c t l y, t h e f o r m a t t e d s t o r a g e
capacity of the card is displayed in the open display. In addition, the
file format “MP3”, or possibly the date carrier name, is displayed if
MP3 audio files have been stored on the card and they can be read
by the MP3 player.
As long as the message “Reading card...Please do not remove”
appears in the display, the memory card must not be removed from
the drive. If the memory card is removed from the drive, there is a
possibility that the data will be destroyed. In this case, the memory
card can no longer be read and must be formatted.
If a memory card has been inserted and not played, the data from
the ID3 tag s are re ad in the b ackground. If you star t playback of the
memory card immediately, the ID3 tag data are displayed for the
track being played.
Note
Use only single-piece SD/MMC memory cards. If you use SD/MMC
adapter cards (multi-piece memory cards), the memory card can
become detached from the adapter as the result of vibration while
driving. There is a possibility that individual pieces may become
stuck in the drive.
Fig. 39 Display open:
Inserting a memory
card.Fig. 40 Display open:
Position of the
SD/MMC card during
loading


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Tips

The MP3 player is operated through the main CD/SD function
page 83.

The storage capacity displayed equals the formatted storage
capacity of the SD or MMC card being used and may vary from the
capacity printed on the label.
Removing a memory card– Press the button to open the display
page 39,
fig.38.
– Give a short push on the memory card
f i g .4 1 . T h e c a r d
is released from the slot.
– Remove the memory card.
Once the memory card has been removed, the open display shows
Empty.
As long as the message “Reading card...Please do not remove”
appears in the display, the memory card must not be removed from
the drive. If the memory card is removed from the drive, there is a
possibility that the data will be destroyed. In this case, the memory
card can no longer be read and must be formatted.
Tips


A l w a y s k e e p t h e m e m o r y c a r d i n a s u i t a b l e c a s e t o p r o t e c t i t f r o m
dirt, dust particles, scratches and other damage
page 48.


Never expose the memory cards to direct sunlight.
Fig. 41 Display open:
Removing a memory
card.


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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

CD/SD 74CD/SDIntroductionGeneral
C D a n d M P 3 o p e r a t i o n i s s e l e c t e d b y u s i n g t h e
function button.Depending on the equipment in your vehicle, you can use the
function to play an audio CD in the DVD navigation drive,
use a CD changer*
page 79 or the MP3 player integrated into the
Navigation System page 83.
You switch between the CD and MP3 function by using the control
button with the Source function
page 77.
Selecting CD functionFig. 74 Display: Main CD menu (example of a list of tracks)– Insert an audio CD into a drive
page 34
– Press the function button
page 16. A main
audio menu
fig.74 or the previously active function
menu appears in the display.
– If necessary, press the control button with the Source
function and select CD
page 77.
– Press one of the control buttons
page 17 to move to
the appropriate submenus to
fig.74.
CD/SD
CD/SD
CD/SD
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General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP The following submenus are available in the CD
function:The following submenus are available in the CD Setup
function:
Selecting MP3 functionFig. 75 Display: Main MP3 menu (example of a list of tracks)– Insert an MP3 card or an MP3 CD into the appropriate
drive
page 37.
Control button
functions 
page 74,
fig. 74
CD submenus

CD list*
Audio CD
Empty
CD ROM
CD unreadable

Source
CD
MP3

Sound
Balance
Fader
Tr e b l e
Bass
DSP
a)b)

Volume settings (Navigation info)
a)Digital Signal Processingb)Vehicles with a BOSE® sound system in conjunction with an AudioPilot do
n o t h a v e a D S P f u n c t i o n . I n t h i s c a s e y o u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h D y n a m i c
Noise Compensation
page 94.

CD control
Forward
Reverse
Next
Previous
Random
Scan
A1A2A3A4
CD Setup submenu
Press the
function button in
the CD function
page 82
Repeat CD
SETUP