2006 AUDI A3 controls

Table of contents 2Table of contentsAbout this book
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General operation
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Overview
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Control unit with screen . . . . . . . . .
Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening and closing display . . . . .
Anti-theft coding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General system operation
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Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-function steering wheel . . . .
Display
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Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Orientation symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the speller . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drives
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DVD navigation drive . . . . . . . . . . . .
MP3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RADIO, CD
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RADIO
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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
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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
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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)
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General safety precautions . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main directory menu . . . . . . . . . . . .
Te l e p h o n e
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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 knob
Switching 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

Overview 10

The volume controls on the audio system should be selected to
ensure that outside signals, such as police and fire truck sirens
can always be heard - danger of accident!
General information
Settings in the Navigation System should not be
performed while you are driving the vehicle.Fig. 2 Display: WarningAfter the Navigation System has been switched on

page 11, a warning message is displayed
fig.2.– Pr e s s t h e a p p r o p r i a t e c o n t r o l b u t t o n
page 17 f o r e i t h e r
English, Español o r Français, in case the display does not
appear in the desired language
fig.2.
– Please read the warning message carefully and follow
the instructions.
– Select Accept by pressing the control knob once you
have read the warning message.
A lw a y s o b s e r v e t h i s m e s s a g e t o a v o i d je o p a r d i z in g yo ur o w n s a fe t y
and that of others.
Perform settings only when the vehicle is parked in order to devote
your full attention to driving safety.
Once you have confirmed the warning message, you may continue
to adjust the Navigation System.
WARNING
Traffic today requires your full and continuous concentration. As
the driver, you bear complete responsibility for safety in traffic. To
avoid accidents, never operate the Navigation System while
driving!Instructions for care
The Navigation System requires regular attention.Cleaning the display
– Clean the Navigation System Display with a soft clean
cloth and a LCD cleaner.
WARNING (continued)

Overview11
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
Cleaning the controls
– First clean the controls with a brush to remove dust.
– Then wipe the controls with a clean, soft, slightly damp
cloth.Display
The Display can be cleaned with a professionally available “LCD
cleaner”. The cloth should be slightly dampened with the cleaning
fluid to clean the display.
Controls
The controls should be cleaned with a brush first so that no dirt is
trapped between the buttons and the housing. We recommend
giving the controls a final wipe with a cloth moistened with water
and dish washing detergent.
Note
Treat the display with care. Pushing on it with your finger or
touching it with sharp objects can cause dents or scratches.Switching on and offAutomatic switching on and offThe Navigation System switches on automatically after you turn on
the ignition. When you remove your key from the ignition lock, the
Navigation System will automatically switch off.What happens when it is switched on?
When the system is switched on, the start screen appears. The
o u t p u t m e n u o f t h e l a s t s e l e c t e d m a i n f u n c t i o n i s d i s p l a y e d . T h e l a s t
selected audio source is switched on automatically.
What happens when it is switched off?
When the equipment is switched off, the display darkens and the
audio source is silenced. Settings that have already been made do
not change.
Tips
The display can be switched off in the Setup menu
page 173, the
operating mode selected remains active.
Switching on/off manually
The Navigation System can also be turned on and off
manually if necessary.
Fig. 3 Navigations-
system: ON/OFF knob

General system operation15
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP
General system operationControlsBasic operating functions
A l l t h e f u n c t i o n s o f t h e N a v i g a t i o n S y s t e m c a n b e o p e r -
ated with four basic rules.Fig. 7 Navigation System ControlsThe buttons on the operating unit have been assigned the
following four basic functions:
1. Press one of the function keys
fig.7 (
page 16) to
reach the desired main function (e.g. radio operation,
navigation).2. Rotate and press the control knob
fig.7
(
page 17) to make a selection in the Display.
3. Press one of the control buttons
fig.7 (
page 17)
to o p e n o n e o f t h e s ub m en u s i n t h e p a r t i c ul ar m a i n fu n c -
tion. You can find the current submenus in the four
corners of the display. The four corners of the display
correspond to the four control buttons that are posi-
tioned around the control knob.
4. Press the button
fig.7 (
page 18) to
cancel a selection not yet confirmed or to return to the
next higher level.
In principle you only need to take note of the buttons described,
along with their main functions. You will be led through the oper-
ating procedures with the help of the menus, which are mostly self-
explanatory.
A1
A2
A
RETURN
A4

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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
AA


AA

CD/SD 78
Tips

Sound controls can be adjusted individually for each piece of
equipment
page 92.


The audio source selected is shown in the title line of the
display.
Main CD menuSelecting a CD trackFig. 77 CD: Track selection (main menu)–Press the Source control button from a CD/SD menu.
– Select CD
page 77.– In the main CD menu
fig.77, select the desired track
on the active CD with the control knob.
The playing time of the track will be displayed after the track name.
If the vehicle has a CD changer*, you can select a CD using the CD
list control button
page 79
An audio CD inserted into the DVD Navigation drive
page 35 is
shown as CD 1 in the title line. If your vehicle is equipped with a CD
changer*, an audio CD inserted into the DVD Navigation drive can
be selected with the CD list control button via location CD 7.

Alphabetical index181
General operation
RADIO, CD
NAME, TEL
NAV, INFO
CAR, SETUP Change scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Cleaning tips
Navigation DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Cleaning your CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Compact Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Control button
Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
CD control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
CD list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Map (navigation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Memory (navigation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Memory (radio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
MP3 ctrl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
MP3 list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Nav-Info (navigation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Route (navigation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Tuning (FM/AM range) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Control buttons
General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Control knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Control unit
Instructions for care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Control wheel
CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Radio (FM/AM range) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Controls
Basic functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Multi-function steering wheel 21, 22, 23,
25
Cross hairs
Horizontal movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Vertical movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Crosshairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
horizontal movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
vertical movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Cursor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
DDate format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Delete directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Delete previous destinations . . . . . . . . . . 156
Delete stored stations (FM/AM range) . . . 67
Delete stored stations (Satellite radio) . . . 73
Delete user data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Demo mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Destination input
from the map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Route plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Single destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Street (regional) . . . . . . . . . . 123, 124, 126
Street/city with special characters . . . 125
Details (MP3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Directory
Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Directory (navigation)
Load destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Search for destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Store in directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Arrows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Control wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Cursor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Instructions for care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Selected text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Speller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Switch off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Display (instrument cluster)
Navigation display . . . . . . . . . . . . 113, 114
Display (Navigation System)
close . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Display (Setup) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Display as top destination . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Distance (unit of measurement) . . . . . . . 171
Drives
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35, 43
DVD navigation drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
MP3 player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
System drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
DSP (Digital Signal Processing) . . . . . . . . . 93