2020 AUDI A3 warning

Multifunction steering wheel

@ Name of the street where you are currently
driving
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Applies to: vehicles with navigation system and analog instru-
ment cluster

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Fig. 160 Instrument cluster: turning maneuver in street
view
Requirement: a destination must be entered
=> page 189, route guidance must be started and
the navigation tab must be displayed.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the following
information may be shown in the driver informa-
tion system.
Distance to the next maneuver
Distance to the destination or stopover
Calculated arrival time
®©0O Name of the current expressway, highway or
street. If the O symbol is displayed in front
of the street name, you should turn onto the
street shown.
Direction arrow for the upcoming maneuver
Lane recommendation
CO®@ A bar graph appears when a direction arrow is
displayed. The fewer the bars that are shown,
the shorter the distance is until the turn.
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The following functions are also available when
route guidance is active:
— Repeating the last voice guidance message:
press the |4] button.
— Adjusting the voice guidance volume: turn the
right
thumbwheel up or down while a voice
guidance message is playing.



ZA\ WARNING
The route calculated by the navigation system
is a recommendation for reaching your desti-
nation. Obey traffic lights, stopping restric-
tions, one-way streets, lane change restric-
tions, etc.

G@) Tips
— Also see the chapter > page 8, Controls ata
glance.
— An exclamation point “!” in front of the
street name indicates that the information
about this street or this section of the route
is not complete in the navigation data con-
tained in the MMI. Obey traffic laws in one-
way streets and pedestrian zones.

Voice recognition system

Voice recognition system
General information
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
You can operate many functions in the vehicle
easily using voice commands.
Using the voice recognition system optimally
> Speak clearly and distinctly at a normal volume.
Speak louder when driving faster.
> Emphasize the words in the commands evenly
and do not leave long pauses.
> Close the doors, the windows, and the sunroof*
to reduce background noise. Make sure that
passengers are not speaking when you are giv-
ing a voice command.
> Do not direct the vents toward the hands-free
microphone, which is in the roof headliner near
the front interior lights.
> Only the driver should speak to the system, be-
cause the handsfree microphone is aimed to-
ward this seating position.

ZA\ WARNING
— Direct your full attention to driving. As the
driver, you have complete responsibility for
safety in traffic. Only use the functions in
such a way that you always maintain com-
plete control over your vehicle in all traffic
situations.
— Do not use the voice recognition system in
emergencies because your voice may change
in stressful situations. The system may take
longer to dial the number or may not be
able to dial it at all. Dial the emergency
number manually.

G) Tips
There are no voice guidance* prompts when a
dialog is active.
Operating
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
Requirement: the ignition and the MMI must be
switched on. A system language supported by
the voice recognition system must be set. There
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must be no phone calls in progress and the park-
ing aid must not be active.

> Switching on: press the [2] button (2)
> page 19, fig. 13 or @) > page 20, fig. 15
briefly on the multifunction steering wheel and
say the desired command after the Beep.
> Switching off: press and hold the |] button,
‘OF:
> Press the |] button.
> Pausing: say the command Pause. To resume,
press the |%] button.
> Correcting: say the command Correction.






Input assistance
The system guides you through the input with
visual and audio feedback.
— Visual input assistance: after switching on
voice recognition, a display with a selection of
possible commands appears. This command
display can be switched on or off. Select:
MENU] button > Settings > left control button
> MMI settings > Speech dialog system.
— Audio input assistance: to have the possible
commands read, turn the voice recognition sys-
tem on and say Help.


Additional settings
See > page 235.
@) Tips
— The dialog pauses when there is an incom-
ing phone call and will continue if you ig-
nore the call. The dialog ends if you answer
the call.
— You can select an item in the list using ei-
ther the voice recognition system or the
control knob.
Command overview
information
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
The following overviews describe the commands
that can be used to operate the MMI using the
voice recognition system.

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Telephone

Telephone
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
You can operate various telephone functions easi-
ly through the MMI in your vehicle.
Depending on the country and the vehicle equip-
ment, the following options may be available:
— Connecting a cell phone with Bluetooth
— Using two telephones
— Using the Audi phone box

ZA WARNING
— Medical experts warn that mobile devices
can interfere with the function of pacemak-
ers. Always maintain a minimum distance of
about 7.9 inches (20 cm) between the mo-
bile device antennas and the pacemaker.
— Do not carry the mobile device in a pocket
directly over the pacemaker when the
phone is switched on.
— Switch the mobile device off immediately
if you suspect it may be interfering with
the pacemaker.
— Do not use the voice recognition system*
= page 162 in emergencies because your
voice may change in stressful situations. The
system may take longer to dial the number
or may not be able to dial it at all. Dial the
emergency number manually.
— Switch your mobile device off in areas where
there is a risk of an explosion. These loca-
tions are not always clearly marked. This
may include gas stations, fuel and chemical
storage facilities or transport vehicles, or lo-
cations where fuel vapors (such as propane
or gasoline vapor in vehicles or buildings),
chemicals or large quantities of dust parti-
cles (such as flour, sawdust or metal) may
be present in the air. This also applies to all
other locations where you would normally
turn your vehicle engine off.
— The demands of traffic require your full at-
tention. Always read the chapter
=> page 146, Traffic safety information.

CG) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 182.
G@) Tips
— The Bluetooth connection range is limited
to inside the vehicle.
—Aselection of supported Bluetooth devices
can be found in the database for tested mo-
bile devices at www.audi.com/bluetooth.
Setup
Connecting a cell phone via Bluetooth
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. The Bluetooth
settings must be open on your mobile device dur-
ing the connection setup. The mobile device to be
connected must not be actively connected to any
other Bluetooth device. The MMI must not be
connected to a mobile device.
> Enable the Bluetooth function and visibility on
the MMI => page 233 and the cell phone.
> Select: [MENU] button > Telephone > Connect
mobile device > Find new devices > Next. The
available
Bluetooth devices are shown in the In-
fotainment system display, or
> Select: [MENU] button > Settings > left control
button > MMI settings > Connection manager
> page 231.
> Select and confirm the desired cell phone from
the list of displayed Bluetooth devices.



A PIN for a secure Bluetooth connection will be
generated.
> Confirm the PIN on your cell phone and on the
MMI, or:
> Enter the PIN for establishing a connection on
your cell phone. The time allowed for entering
the PIN is limited to approximately 30 seconds.
> Follow the system instructions.
> Pay attention to any other system prompts on
the MMI and on your cell phone.
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Telephone

secondary phone, since the directory from the
primary phone is always displayed.
Switching the primary and secondary phone
Requirement: a primary phone and a secondary
phone must be connected.

> Select: [MENU] button > Telephone > right con-
trol button > Switch primary and second.
phone.
@) Tips
— You can see if a cell phone is connected as
the primary phone or secondary phone in
the Connection manager > page 231.

— You can also make your connected cell
phone the default phone by selecting Set as
default telephone in the Connection man-
ager > page 233.
— The device name of the connected primary
phone is shown in the Telephone menu
(such as myPhone).
— If the primary phone does not connect auto-
matically to the MMI when the ignition is
switched on, for example because it is out
of the vehicle range or the Bluetooth func-
tion is switched off, then a previously paired
secondary phone is automatically connected
as the primary phone.
— You can send and receive messages on your
primary phone as well as on your secondary
phone > page 173, fig. 163. You do not
need to switch your primary phone and sec-
ondary phone for this.
Using the Audi phone
box
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box


RAH-8906|



Fig. 162 Storage compartment under the center armrest:
Audi phone box with connections
You can charge your mobile device battery using
the Audi phone box. You can make calls through
the exterior antenna* on the vehicle. Using the
external antenna* helps when there is a low sig-
nal and also provides better reception quality.
The options below are available:
— Connecting to the external vehicle antenna*:
lay the cell phone on the center of the cell
phone symbol in the Audi phone box with the
display facing up > fig. 162. Make sure there
are no objects between the Audi phone box and
the mobile device.
— Charging a cell phone wirelessly: place a Qi-ca-
pable!) cell phone centered on the @ symbol in
the Audi phone box with the display facing up
=> fig. 162. The cell phone will charge.
— Charging a mobile device using the USB
adapter: connect your mobile device to the
Audi music interface using a USB adapter cable
©. You can charge your mobile device using
specific USB adapters > page 217, fig. 190.


Z\ WARNING
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Store objects securely while
driving. >


D_ The Qi standard makes it possible to charge your mobile
device wirelessly.
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Telephone


— The mobile device may become hot during
wireless charging. Pay attention to the tem-
perature of your mobile device and be care-
ful when removing it from the Audi phone
box.
—An alternating magnetic field is used for
wireless charging. Maintain a minimum dis-
tance of approximately 2.4 in (6 cm) to the
Audi phone box charging plate. The thresh-
olds for prolonged exposure at this distance
comply with ICNIRP1998. Therefore, inter-
actions such as irritation of sensory organs,
malfunctions of active implants (such as
pacemakers, infusion pumps, or neurosti-
mulators) or effects on passive implants
(such as prosthetic limbs) is highly unlikely.
If you have an implant, consult a medical
specialist if you have any questions.

@) Note
Applicable to U.S.A.
Operation of the Audi phone box is subject to
the following requirements of the Federal
Communications Commission:
— This is a CONSUMER device.
— BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DE-
VICE with your wireless provider and have
your provider’s consent. Most wireless pro-
viders consent to the use of signal boosters.
Some providers may not consent to the use
of this device on their network. If you are
unsure, contact your service provider.
— You MUST operate this device with approved
antennas and cables as specified by the
manufacturer. Antennas MUST be installed
at least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person.
— You MUST cease operating this device im-
mediately if requested by the FCC or a li-
censed wireless service provider.
— WARNING: E911 location information may
not be provided or may be inaccurate for
calls served by using this device.
@) Note
Applicable to Canada
In Canada, operation of a Zone Enhancer,
such as an Audi Phone Box, is subject to the
following requirements of the Innovation,
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Science and Economic Development Canada
(ISED):
—This is a CONSUMER device.
— BEFORE USE, you MUST meet all require-
ments set out in CPC-2-1-05.
— You MUST operate this device with approved
antennas and cables as specified by the
manufacturer. Antennas MUST NOT be in-
stalled within 20 cm of any person.
— You MUST cease operating this device im-
mediately if requested by ISED or a licensed
wireless service provider.
— WARNING: £911 location information may
not be provided or may be inaccurate for
calls served by using this device.
G) Tips
— Placing the mobile device in a bag or protec-
tive sleeve inside the Audi phone box can in-
terfere with the connection to the external
antenna”.
— Metallic objects in the Audi phone box block
the wireless charging of your mobile device
and calls made using the exterior antenna”*.
—The charging time and temperature will vary
depending on the mobile device being used.
— Your mobile device can only be charged in
the Audi phone box when the ignition is
switched on.
— To reduce the risk of malfunctions, make
sure the mobile device is positioned correct-
ly in the Audi phone box.
—The maximum charging output is 5 W.
— Strong transmission quality* cannot be
guaranteed if more than one mobile device
is in the box.
— Only one mobile device at a time can be
charged wirelessly in the Audi phone box.
— Audi recommends using Audi Genuine Ac-
cessories. Audi has verified their reliability,
safety, and suitability.
— You can purchase a USB adapter from an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility, or at specialty stores.
— If you place your remote control key togeth-
er with your mobile device in the Audi phone
box, it may cause your mobile device to stop
charging if wireless charging is active.

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Swap call: alternate between two phone calls
while one of the calls is on hold. Selecting End
call will end the active phone call. A phone call
on hold can be resumed using the right control
button > Resume.
G) Tips
—To be notified of an incoming call during a
phone call, the call waiting function in your
mobile device must be switched on when
using the Handsfree profile.
— When leaving the vehicle, the Bluetooth
connection to the mobile device will auto-
matically disconnect. Depending on your
mobile device, phone calls in progress may
be automatically redirected from the MMI
to your mobile device so that you can con-
tinue the call on your phone.
Making an emergency call
Applies to: vehicles with telephone

> Select: [MENU] button > Telephone > left con-
trol button > Dial number > Enter emergency
call number (for example, 911) > OK.

ZA WARNING
— Because your phone works with radio sig-
nals, a connection cannot be guaranteed un-
der all circumstances. Do not rely on only
your phone when it comes to essential com-
munication (such as a medical emergency).
— Always follow the instructions given by the
emergency personnel during an emergency
call and only end the call when they instruct
you to do so.
G) Tips
Emergency numbers are not the same every-
where. Find out which emergency number is
used in your current location.

Favorites
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
Up to 50 contacts, in addition to the voicemail
number, can be stored in any order in the favor-
ites list:
Opening a menu

> Select: MENU
trol button.
button > Telephone > left con-
Storing an existing phone number as a
favorite:
>» Select and confirm Call list/Directory.
> Select a contact or phone number from the list.
> Select: right control button > Store as favorite.
> Enter a name for the favorite or select a sug-
gestion
> Select and confirm Save.
Renaming stored favorites
> Select: Favorites > a favorite from the list.
> Select the right control button > Rename favor-
ite.
Moving stored favorites
> Select: Favorites > a favorite from the list.
> Select the right control button > Move favorite.
> Select and confirm the location of the selected
favorite.
Deleting a stored favorite
> Select: Favorites > a favorite from the list.
> Select: right control button > Delete favorite >
Delete this entry or Delete all entries.
Messages
Text messages
Applies to: cell phones with Bluetooth Message Access Profile
(MAP)
Depending on the mobile device being used and
the mobile network contract, you may be able to
receive and send text messages using the MMI.
Requirement: your mobile device must be con-
nected to the MMI via Bluetooth Message Access
Profile (Bluetooth MAP) > page 169.

> Select: MENU button > Telephone > left con-
trol button > text message (myPhone)/text
message (secondary phone)*.
Write new text message
Select and confirm Write new text message.
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Audi connect

Audi connect
General information
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect
Depending on the country and the vehicle equip-
ment, the following functions may be available:
— Audi connect Infotainment
— Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive:
Audi connect vehicle control services (Audi con-
nect e-tron services)
You can also find more information on Audi con-
nect online at my.audi.com.

Z\ WARNING
—To reduce the risk of an accident, only use
Audi connect services and the Wi-Fi hotspot
only if the traffic situation permits it. Read
and follow the guidelines provided in
= page 146, Traffic safety information.
— It is only safe to use tablets, laptops, mobile
devices and other similar devices when the
vehicle is stationary because, like all loose
objects, they could be thrown around the in-
side of the vehicle in a crash and cause seri-
ous injuries. Store these types of devices se-
curely while driving. Also read the warnings
in the chapter > page 257, Front airbags.

©) Note
— Applies to: embedded SIM card usage: The
connection costs for Audi connect Infotain-
ment services are included in the price of
Audi connect Infotainment during the sub-
scription period with some exceptions.
Please note that there may be additional
charges when using some services. For ex-
ample, this applies to online radio/
podcasts, Gracenote online database or for
Internet connections and services that use
the Wi-Fi hotspot, such as online media
sources. Depending on the country, data
plans may need to be purchased for these
services > page 187. For additional infor-
mation, see my.audi.com.
—Incertain situations, the Wi-Fi hotspot data
connection may be established as a replace-
ment for the SIM card on your Wi-Fi device.
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This feature depends on the configuration
of your Wi-Fi device and operating system.
This could result in fees depending on your
cell phone service provider, especially if you
are using this feature while abroad. A flat
rate data plan is strongly recommended. For
more information, contact your cell phone
service provider or refer to the owner's man-
ual for your Wi-Fi device.
— You are responsible for all precautions taken
for data protection, anti-virus protection,
and protection against loss of data on mo-
bile devices that are used, for example, to
access the Internet through the Wi-Fi hot-
spot.
— In areas with poor GPS reception or outside
the coverage range of the respective cell
phone service provider, some functions
and/or services may not be available, it may
not be possible to send or receive data, or
functionality may be limited.
(i) Tips
— The availability of services depends on the
subscription.
— AUDI AG provides access to services from
third party providers. Permanent availability
cannot be guaranteed, because that de-
pends on the third party provider.
— Use of the most up-to-date mobile network
standard is not available in every country.
Contact an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility or your cell
phone service provider for additional infor-
mation.
— Availability, scope, providers, screen display,
and costs of services may vary depending on
the country, model, model year, end device
and rates.
Audi connect
Infotainment
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect Infotainment
With Audi connect Infotainment services, online
information is transmitted directly to the vehicle. >

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An Internet connection is required to use Audi
connect Infotainment. Depending on the country
and the vehicle equipment, the following options
may be available:
— Embedded SIM card

Z\ WARNING
Always follow the information found in > AA

in General information on page 182.
@) Note
Always follow the information found in >@ in
General information on page 182.
Embedded SIM card
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect Infotainment and an
embedded SIM card

The data connection for Audi connect Infotain-
ment services is made through an embedded SIM
card (eSIM card) that is installed in the vehicle.
You can use the Audi connect Infotainment serv-
ices immediately.
@) Note
Always follow the information found in >@ in
General information on page 182.
Using a Wi-Fi hotspot
Applies to: vehicles with Wi-Fi hotspot
You can connect up to eight Wi-Fi devices (such
as smartphones) with the MMI Wi-Fi hotspot. If
the MMI is connected to the Internet
=> page 182, the connected Wi-Fi devices can also
use the MMI’s Internet connection.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.

> Select: [MENU] button > Telephone > right con-
trol button > Wi-Fi settings > Wi-Fi. Switch on
the Wi-Fi hotspot.
> Select: [MENU] button > Telephone > right con-
trol button > Wi-Fi settings > Network key. The
access data for the Wi-Fi hotspot is displayed.
Switch on the visibility of the Wi-Fi hotspot if
necessary.



> Switch the Wi-Fi function on in your mobile de-
vice and connect it to the MMI Wi-Fi hotspot
using the authentication data that is shown.
> Follow any additional system prompts on your
Wi-Fi device if necessary.
Your device is successfully connected with the
MMI's Wi-Fi hotspot.

ZX WARNING
Always follow the information found in > AV
in General information on page 182.
® Note
Always follow the information found in >@ in
General information on page 182.
G) Tips
For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see > page 377.

Audi connect
Infotainment services
Configuration
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect Infotainment
Requirement: your vehicle must be connected to
the Internet > page 182.
Some Audi connect Infotainment services must
be configured through your personal myAudi ac-
count at my.audi.com before using them for the
first time.
> Register at my.audi.com.
> Add your vehicle to your myAudi account.
> Select: [MENU] button > Audi connect > right
control button > Log in.
> Log in to myAudi in the vehicle using your e-
mail address and password.
@ Tips
— For some Audi connect Infotainment serv-
ices, you may also have to enter your myAu-
di access information when accessing serv-
ices in the MMI.


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