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Bluetooth car telephone kit 26
link to the device which has not been used for the longest time in
conjunction with the car telephone kit.
Bluetooth connection
When you insert the ignition key, a Bluetooth connection is auto-
matically established between the car telephone kit and your
bonded mobile phone or handset*. For this, the handset must be
placed in the carrier.
The Bluetooth connection between the car telephone kit and the
mobile phone is automatically terminated when you remove the key
from the ignition lock. The connection between the car telephone kit
and the handset is terminated when you switch off the car tele-
phone kit
page 97.
Applies to vehicles: with Bluetooth car telephone kit
Switching the Bluetooth car telephone kit on
and off
– Press the function selector button marked .
– Press the function selector button marked .
– Turn the rotary pushbutton to Switch on telephone or
Switch off telephone.– Press the rotary pushbutton. The Bluetooth car tele-
phone will be turned on/off.
The telephone will be turned “on” automatically when the ignition
is switched on, as long as it was not switched off separately the last
time it was used.
Applies to vehicles: with Bluetooth car telephone kit
Bonding a mobile phone with SIM Access
Profile
The bonding procedure is started from the MMI.
The mobile phone must be bonded to your car telephone kit
(this only has to be done once). This procedure involves
Fig. 16 Switching off
the telephone
TEL
SETUP
Fig. 17 Find new
mobile phones
Fig. 18 PIN display for
entry on mobile phone






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MMI componentsMMI control consoleMulti-function steering wheelTelephone handsetVoice control
various steps, depending on the mobile phone you are
using.
– Make sure that Bluetooth and access to your SIM card are
activated on your mobile phone. Discoverability must be
activated on your mobile phone.
– Press the button on the MMI control console. The
MMI display will show the message Please connect your
mobile phone or insert the SIM card in the handset.
– Turn the rotary pushbutton to Find new mobile phones

page 26, fig. 17 and press the rotary pushbutton. The
available Bluetooth mobile phones are shown in the MMI
display.
– Turn the rotary pushbutton to select a mobile phone and
press the rotary pushbutton. A 16-digit PIN number

page 26, fig. 18 will appear in the MMI display.
– To enter the 16-digit PIN shown in the display, select
Accept PIN
page 26, fig. 18. Enter this PIN number on
the mobile phone while the vehicle is stationary. You will
usually be given about 30 seconds to complete the entry.
– To enter any other 16-digit PIN, select Enter other PIN

page 26, fig. 18. Enter any 16-digit PIN code via the
speller
page 43. Then enter this 16-digit PIN on the
mobile phone while the vehicle is stationary. You will
usually be given about 30 seconds to complete the entry.
– Confirm the bonding process on the mobile phone when
prompted to do so. The SIM card symbol
page 29,
fig. 21 will appear in the status line of the MMI display
when the mobile phone has successfully bonded.
– Enter the PIN code for your SIM card.Note
•You can delete stored Bluetooth devices using the function
Delete external Bluetooth devices
page 96.
•For up-to-date information on mobile phones with the SIM
Access Profile, please ask an Audi dealer or specialist retailer.
Applies to vehicles: with Bluetooth car telephone kit and handset
Bonding a handset
The factory-fitted handset is already bonded to the car
telephone kit.
You may have to bond the handset to the car telephone kit
if the connection is not established automatically. The
bonding procedure is started from the handset.
–Set Discoverability to on for the bonding process

page 96.
– Select Veh. base station on the handset
fig. 19.
– Press the control button for OK on the handset. The avail-
able vehicle base station will be displayed (e.g. “AUDI
BTA”)
page 156.
TEL
A1
Fig. 19 Handset: Scan-
ning for vehicle base
station











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– Using the handset, select the desired vehicle base
station (e.g. “AUDI BTA”).
– Press the control button for Conn. on the handset.
–On the MMI, select Ye s to confirm the prompt PIN entry
required. Connect? A PIN number
page 26, fig. 18 will
appear in the MMI display.
– To enter the 16-digit PIN shown in the display, select
Accept PIN
page 26, fig. 18. Enter this PIN number on
the handset while the vehicle is stationary. You will be
given about 30 seconds to complete the entry.
– To enter any other 16-digit PIN, select Enter other PIN

page 26, fig. 18. Enter any 16-digit PIN code via the
speller
page 43. Then enter this 16-digit PIN on the
handset while the vehicle is stationary. You will be given
about 30 seconds to complete the entry.
– Press the control button for OK on the handset.
The exact name of the Bluetooth-capable base station on your
vehicle (e.g. “AUDI BTA”) can be retrieved using the Bluetooth name
function
page 96.
Note
The handset can be deleted from the list of Bluetooth devices

page 96.
Applies to vehicles: with Bluetooth car telephone kit
Bonding a mobile phone with Hands-Free
Profile
The bonding procedure is started on the mobile phone.
The mobile phone must be bonded to your car telephone kit
(this only has to be done once). This procedure involves
various steps, depending on the mobile phone you are
using.
– Switch on the ignition and the MMI (if not already acti-
vated).
–Set Discoverability to on for the bonding process

page 96.
– Select the appropriate menu option on your mobile
phone to search for Bluetooth compatible devices.
– Connect the mobile phone to the car telephone kit. When
the car telephone kit is detected, you will see the name
“AUDI BTA” on your mobile phone.
Fig. 20 Mobile phone
with Hands-Free Profile
bonded and connected











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MMI componentsMMI control consoleMulti-function steering wheelTelephone handsetVoice control
– Enter the PIN for handsfree mode on the mobile phone
within about 30 seconds. The factory default for the PIN
for handsfree mode is 1234. A mobile phone symbol

page 28, fig. 20 will appear in the status line of the
MMI display when the mobile phone has successfully
bonded.
The external car aerial is not used. The handset* cannot be used.
Note
•Audi does not recommend using a mobile telephone with Hands-
Free Profile.
•You should change the PIN for handsfree mode to prevent other
users from connecting to your car telephone kit
page 96.
•For up-to-date information on mobile phones with the Hands-
Free Profile, please ask an Audi dealer or specialist retailer.
Applies to vehicles: with Bluetooth car telephone kit
Phone book entries
The phone book entries on your SIM card and your mobile
phone directory are automatically stored on the MMI
system.
Loading the phone book entries
The phone book entries will be loaded into the MMI automatically
when you switch on the ignition (if the mobile phone supports this
function). It may take several minutes to load the entries, depending
on how many entries are stored on the mobile phone.
The last four phone books loaded into the MMI memory remain
stored there. When you link a fifth mobile phone to the car tele-
phone kit, the phone book from the mobile phone which has not
been used for the longest time is deleted from the MMI. Up to 1255
phone book entries per phone book can be stored in the memory.
Reconnecting a mobile phone
If the SIM card is the same as before, the phone book will appear on
the MMI after a short time.
The MMI automatically checks the phone book entries in the back-
ground and will update the memory if the entries have changed.
Displaying the phone book entries
The phone book entries are displayed in alphabetical order together
with a category symbol
fig. 21, e.g. SIM card, private, business,
mobile phone or telephone symbol.
Note
•Which phone book entries are displayed on the MMI will depend
on the mobile phone you are using.
•If the SIM card is in the handset
page 31, only the SIM card
entries will be displayed.
•In certain cases, phone book entries from a mobile phone may
not be transmitted in alphabetical order. If there are too many
phone book entries, entries with certain initial letters may not be
displayed on the MMI system.
A1
Fig. 21 Phone book
entries











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Handset for the Bluetooth car telephone kit
Applies to vehicles: with handset for the car telephone kit
Introduction
Requirements for the use of the telephone
•The car telephone kit must be switched on
page 26.
•The handset must be switched on
page 140.
•A Bluetooth connection must exist between the handset and the
car telephone kit
page 27.
•A SIM card must be in the handset
page 31, or
•If a mobile phone with SIM Access Profile is connected, the SIM
card must be in the mobile phone
page 24.
•The PIN code for the SIM card must have been entered

page 31.
SIM card
If there is a SIM card in the handset and a mobile phone with SIM
card is connected, the SIM card in the handset is used.
For more information on how to insert the SIM card in the handset,
please refer to
page 31.
Twin card
A twin card is a second SIM card for one telephone number. If you
are using a twin card in the handset, you should activate the PIN
query
page 98. The SIM card in the vehicle is then only activated
when you enter the PIN.
Note
•You can still place an emergency call without a SIM card

page 147.
•The handset supports “Supplementary Services”, for example if
you want to check how much credit is still available on a prepaid
card.
•When using twin cards, calls can be disconnected suddenly if
two or more cards are in operation at the same time. Please contact
your mobile network service provider if you have any questions.
•These telephone functions depend on your mobile network
service provider. For more information, contact your service
provider.
•Some mobile telephones with Hands-Free Profile do not support
the handset. If this is the case, delete the handset from the Blue-
tooth device list
page 96 or insert the SIM card into the handset.
For further information, please ask an Audi dealer or specialist
retailer.
Applies to vehicles: with handset for the car telephone kit
Cleaning and care
Take good care of the handset.
Storing and handling
Keep the handset out of the reach of small children.
Always place the handset back into the carrier after use. Otherwise,
you could place yourself or others at risk when braking or during an
accident.
The handset is ideally protected against scratches and sunlight in
the carrier.
Keep the handset away from water etc.
Do not open the device or any other parts of the system. The device
could be damaged if it is not serviced by a professional.





 




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MMI componentsMMI control consoleMulti-function steering wheelTelephone handsetVoice control Do not let the handset fall and avoid shaking and knocking as much
as possible.
Care and cleaning
Use a cloth dampened with a mild detergent to clean the unit.
Do not use solvents or other harsh chemicals.
Caution
Do not expose the handset to strong sunlight.
Setting up
Applies to vehicles: with handset for the car telephone kit
Inserting and removing the SIM card
Inserting SIM card
– Open the centre armrest.
– Press the release button on the handset carrier.
– Remove the handset. The SIM card slot is at the top end
of the handset
fig. 22.
– Insert the SIM card into the card holder
fig. 22. Make
sure that the card slides all the way into the slot. The cut-
away corner of the SIM card should be at the bottom left.
The correct position of the SIM card is shown on the
handset display.
– If necessary, enter the PIN on the keypad
page 140,
fig. 124 and press the control button for OK.
Removing SIM card
– Open the centre armrest.
– Press the release button on the handset carrier.
– Remove the handset. The SIM card slot is at the top end
of the handset.
Fig. 22 Position for
SIM card when
inserting
Fig. 23 Removing SIM
card





 




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– Press the SIM card holder down with the SIM card still in
it and then let go of the holder again
page 31, fig. 23.
The SIM card will be released.
– Remove the SIM card from the SIM card holder.
If the SIM card is inserted improperly, or if it is damaged or not
compatible, the message Please insert the SIM card
page 31,
fig. 22 will appear on the display. Remove the SIM card and insert it
properly or replace it with another SIM card.
The PIN (Personal Identification Number) protects your SIM card
against unauthorised use. You receive the PIN code from your
mobile network service provider together with the SIM card.
If you enter the wrong PIN code three times
4) in a row, your SIM card
will be blocked and a message will appear in the display.
The PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) is used to unblock a SIM card
which has been blocked. You receive the PUK from your mobile
network service provider together with the SIM card.
WARNING
Always keep the SIM card out of reach of young children; it is rela-
tively small and could possibly be swallowed.
Caution
•The handset and the SIM card can be damaged if care is not
taken.
−Please do not use force when sliding the SIM card into the slot.
−When inserting the SIM card, make sure it is in the correct
position.
•There are many different telephone SIM cards available on the
market, so it cannot be guaranteed that every card will function properly. The old type of SIM card (5V technology) can no longer be
used. If you have this type of SIM card, please contact your mobile
network service provider to obtain a replacement (with 3V tech-
nology). Never attempt to operate your telephone with an incompat-
ible SIM card, as this can cause damage to the card or your tele-
phone.
•The SIM card contacts can be easily damaged by scratches or
bending. For this reason, handle the SIM card with care.
Note
•When using a twin card please follow the recommendations of
your provider. Otherwise, you may experience connection problems
and callers may not be able to reach you.
•You can also enter the PIN and PUK using the MMI
page 88.
•If you are using a twin card in the handset, you should activate
the PIN query
page 98. The SIM card in the vehicle is then only
activated when you enter the PIN.
Applies to vehicles: with handset for the car telephone kit
Charging and changing the battery
Inside the handset is a rechargeable lithium ion battery.
4)The total number of times you can enter the PIN code may vary depending
on your type of SIM card
Fig. 24 Opening the
battery cover











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MMI componentsMMI control consoleMulti-function steering wheelTelephone handsetVoice control
Charging the battery
– Place the handset into the carrier. The battery is charged
in the handset.
Changing the battery
– Switch off the handset
page 140.
– Release the latch
page 32, fig. 24.
– Lift the cover.
– Remove the old battery
fig. 25.
– Insert the new battery with the contacts facing down
(Audi symbol facing upwards). Note the installation
instructions on the battery.
– Place the notches of the cover into the lower section of
the handset and press the cover back into place.
Charging the battery
The battery level indicator
page 142, fig. 126 shows the power
level of the battery. If all of the segments (vertical bars) are shown,
the battery is fully charged. The battery level indicator flashes while
the battery is being charged.A new battery only reaches its full capacity if it is fully charged and
discharged several times.
Changing the battery
Batteries have a limited service life. When the operating time of the
battery has considerably reduced, it is time to replace the battery.
WARNING
•Batteries can cause injuries and property damage.
−Keep battery contacts away from conducting materials such
as jewellery or keys.
−Do not heat the battery, as this can cause chemical
substances to be released. Note the symbols on the battery.
−Do not dismantle the battery. This could cause a battery
short-circuit or the release of chemical substances.
−Keep the battery away from naked flames to prevent explo-
sion.
•The handset and battery should not be exposed to extremely
hot or cold environments.
•Always keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Caution
•Prevent the battery from coming into contact with liquids.
•Do not expose the handset or battery to strong sunlight.
•Do not drop the handset or battery.
For the sake of the environment
Batteries contain toxic substances. They must be disposed of appro-
priately and must not be discarded with ordinary household waste.
Fig. 25 Changing the
battery
WARNING (continued)