2008 AUDI A8 CAR

Foreword
Thank you for choosing the MMI infotainment system.
Your new Audi is designed with the latest technology, enabling you to control all on-board elec-
tronic systems and other settings via menu displays in the Multi Media Interface, the Audi MMI.
We recommend that you read this Operating Manual carefully so that you quickly become familiar
with all the available functions of the MMI and can take full advantage of them in everyday use.
Please note that this Operating Manual is intended to supplement the information in the Owner's
Manual for your vehicle, so it should only be used in conjunction with the current edition of the
Owner's Manual. These instructions are also included in the electronic Audi On-board Handbook.
Should you have any further questions regarding the MMI in your car, please contact your Audi
dealer.
We wish you safe and enjoyable motoring with your Audi.
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Contents
Notes about this
Operating Manual
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MMI components . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls and displays at a glance .
MMI: Multi Media Interface . . . . . . .
Notes on traffic safety . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Media drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General notes on CD/DVD
operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DVD navigation drive . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audi music interface . . . . . . . . . . . .
Phone pre-installation. . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bluetooth car telephone kit. . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handset for the Bluetooth car
telephone kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MMI control console . . .
Basic operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
All MMI menus at a glance . . . . . .
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . .
How to use the controls . . . . . . . .
MMI display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calling up the on-board handbook
Restarting the MMI system (Reset)
Other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Listening to the radio. . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activating radio mode . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the waveband . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a station from the station
list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tuning to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanning stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a stored station . . . . . . .
Moving a stored station . . . . . . . . .
Other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activating media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting a folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fast forward/rewind and
next/previous track . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shuffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanning tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pausing and resuming (media
drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Naming CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other settings for CDs in the CD
changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other settings for Audi music
interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activating TV mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a TV channel . . . . . . . . . .
Display in the MMI system . . . . . . .
Selecting TV channels . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing TV channels . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a stored channel . . . . . .
Moving a stored channel . . . . . . . .
Selecting an external AV source . .
Other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Managing the directory . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening the directory . . . . . . . . . . .
Making a new directory entry . . . .
Using an entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Editing an entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the telephone . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements for using the
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Entering the PIN/PUK code . . . . . .
Emergency calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dialling a telephone number . . . .
Answering and ignoring telephone
calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ending calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing a telephone number in the
directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dialling a stored telephone number
Other settings for the Bluetooth car
telephone kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other settings for the phone pre-
installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Navigation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activating navigation mode . . . . .
Entering a destination . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the route guidance . . . .
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing a destination . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading a destination . . . . . . . . . .
Other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calling up traffic information. .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calling up traffic reports (TP memo)
Setting a traffic station . . . . . . . . .
Calling up a traffic message . . . . .
Other settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-function steering
wheel
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Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . .
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the telephone . . . . . . . . . . . .
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voice control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Telephone handset. . . . . .
Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching the handset on and off
Overview of the keypad . . . . . . . . .
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the telephone . . . . . . . . . . .
Placing calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed and one-touch dialling . . . .
Answering and ignoring telephone
calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ending calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options during a call . . . . . . . . . . . .
Answering and replacing further
calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“Last calls” menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“Phone book” menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“ Text messages” menu . . . . . . . . . .
“Settings” menu (handset) . . . . . . .
Vo i c e c o n t r o l . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Telephone speech control
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Name tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speech recognition for some
export markets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing names in the phone book*
Selecting a name from the phone
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Deleting a name from the phone
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Speech dialogue system . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Name tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing an audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Overview
Controls and displays at a glance
The various controls of the MMI are arranged centrally
and are easily accessible.
Multi-function steering wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver information system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MMI display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON/OFF button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MMI control console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note
•Please note that only the MMI and its components are described
in this operating manual. For more information about your vehicle's
equipment and features, please refer to your Owner's Manual.
•The arrangement of the MMI switches and controls on right-
hand drive models* may be slightly different from the layout shown
in
page 8, fig. 1. However, the symbols used to identify the
controls are the same.
MMI: Multi Media Interface
The Audi Multi Media Interface (MMI) combines different
communication and entertainment systems in your Audi.
With your MMI you can listen to the radio or CDs, watch television*
and even connect portable players*1). The navigation system*
guides you directly to your destination. You can also follow your
individual route plan with up to three stopovers. Information about traffic conditions is taken into account when calculating your route.
Of course, you can use many your mobile phone's* functions in
conjunction with the MMI. Alternatively, a handset is available for
the integrated Bluetooth car telephone kit*. In addition, the MMI
combines various driver assistance systems of your vehicle.
You can access the comprehensive infotainment system in several
ways. On the one hand, you can reach all functions via the MMI
control console with its intuitive and standardised operation
concept. On the other hand, you can access frequently used MMI
functions via the multi-function steering wheel or the speech
dialogue system.
Notes on traffic safety
You should only perform important functions, e.g. enter a naviga-
tion destination, while the vehicle is stationary. Please always bear
in mind: Be prepared to stop operating the system in the interest of
your safety and that of other road users.
WARNING
•Today's driving conditions require your full attention. As the
driver, you have full responsibility for the safety of the vehicle and
other road users. For this reason, only operate the MMI when the
traffic conditions allow you to do so safely and when you can
maintain proper control of your vehicle - risk of injury.
•The volume of the audio sources (radio, CD player, etc.) should
only be set at a level which enables you to hear distant police and
emergency vehicles clearly - failure to do so could result in an acci-
dent.
•Please heed laws regulating the use of telephones in vehicles.
1)Still under development at the time of printing.
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•When using the handset for the car telephone kit*, please
consider the safety notes described on
page 24.
Cleaning and care
For information on the care and cleaning of the MMI components,
please refer to your Owner's Manual, chapter Cleaning and Care.
For information on the proper handling of the handset for the car
telephone kit*, please refer to the sections starting on
page 30.
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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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Caution
Handle the adapter cable with care. Make sure the cable does not
become pinched or trapped.
Applies to vehicles: with Audi music interface and adapter cable - under development at the
time of printing
Disconnecting an adapter cable from the
Audi music interface
Important: The glove box and the cover cap on the Audi
music interface
page 15, fig. 5 must be open.– Press the connector
fig. 7 in towards the Audi
music interface.
– Then press down the release tab
fig. 7 on the
connector. The connector will be released.
– With the release tab pressed down, pull the connector off
the Audi music interface
fig. 8.
Caution
•To avoid damaging the connection, please take care when
detaching the connector from the Audi music interface.
•Handle the adapter cable with care. Make sure the cable does not
become pinched or trapped.
Applies to vehicles: with Audi music interface and iPod adapter cable - under development
at the time of printing
Connecting an iPod via an iPod adapter cable
The iPod is connected to the Audi music interface via the
iPod adapter cable.
Connecting the iPod connector
– Connect the iPod adapter cable to the iPod.
Fig. 7 Adapter cable:
Releasing connector
on Audi music inter-
face
Fig. 8 Adapter cable:
Detaching released
connector from Audi
music interface
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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.
MP3/ WMA files must meet the following specifications:
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