2020 AUDI A3 ignition

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Audi connect

Settings
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> Select: [MENU] button > Audi connect > right
control button > Connection manager.
> Select: right control button > Online settings >
Data connection settings.


Depending on the country, vehicle equipment,
and connection type, the following functions may
be available:
Data connection settings
Using the Data connection settings menu, you
can set when the system should connect to the
Internet. The Internet connection disconnects
automatically once the requested Audi connect
Infotainment service no longer requires any data.
— Connection setup: you can select when a data
connection should be established.
— Audi connect (MMI): when this function is
switched on, a data connection is automatically
established in order to use Audi connect Info-
tainment services.
— Wi-Fi devices: when this function is switched
on, you can permit or deny mobile devices to
connect to the Internet on the Wi-Fi hotspot.

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For more information on roaming charges,
contact your cell phone service provider.
Wi-Fi settings
Applies to: vehicles with Wi-Fi hotspot


Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.

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> Select: [MENU] button > Telephone > right con-
trol button > Wi-Fi settings.

Depending on the country and the vehicle equip-
ment, the following functions may be available:
Wi-Fi
When the function is switched on, the MMI's Wi-
Fi hotspot is active and Wi-Fi devices can be con-
nected to the hotspot.
Network key
The
Wi-Fi connection between the MMI and your
Wi-Fi device is encrypted. You can change the fol-
lowing information if needed.
— Access point (SSID): name of the Wi-Fi hot-
spot.
— Password: a random password was set at the
factory in the MMI. The password can be
changed. The encryption method requires a
password to be at least eight characters long.
Choose a secure password.
— Visible to others: you can switch the visibility
of the Wi-Fi hotspot on or off.

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General information on page 182.
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In vehicles without Audi connect Infotain-
ment, the use of the Wi-Fi hotspot is only
possible for the Wi-Fi audio player*. A data
connection to the Internet cannot be estab-
lished.
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Applies to: vehicles with data plans


Requirement: you must have created a myAudi
account at my.audi.com. Your vehicle must be
registered in your myAudi account.
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Navigation

Store as favorite: > page 196.
Voice guidance: > page 198.
Navigation settings: > page 197.
@ Tips
Information on online traffic data* can also
be found online at www.audiusa.com.
Personal route
assistance
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system and personal
route assistance
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Fig. 170 Infotainment system: personal route display
There is a delay of 6 min on your
personal route to
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Start route guidance
Ignore this route and this message
Ignore all messages

Fig. 171 Infotainment system: information about personal
route
Your MMI can learn the routes that you drive fre-
quently (such as your daily commute to work and
back) and suggest route guidance based on the
current vehicle position.
Opening personal routes

> Press the [NAV/MAP] button repeatedly until
the Enter destination menu is displayed
=> page 189, fig. 166.
>» Select: right control button > Navigation set-
tings > Personal route assistance.

When the function is switched on M, the MMI re-
cords the frequently-driven routes regardless of
whether a destination was entered and reached
or not.
As long as route guidance is not active, your per-
sonal routes will be listed in the Enter destina-
tion menu under the home address and indicated
with the f& symbol @). When personal route as-
sistance is switched on, this symbol is displayed
in the Navigation menu and in the Infotainment
system display status line at the same time.
The distance to the destination and the calculat-
ed arrival time are also displayed for your person-
al routes. Without starting route guidance, your
MMI monitors the traffic conditions for your per-
sonal routes and shows possible traffic incidents
for routes that are most likely to be driven in the
Infotainment system display (2).
Better routes
A message will be displayed if there is a large
traffic incident (more than 12 minute delay) re-
gardless of which menu is selected > fig. 171.
> Select and confirm one of the following op-
tions:
Start route guidance: the MMI starts the route
guidance for the personal route displayed and
searches for a faster route if available.
Ignore this route and this message: the dis-
played destination with all applicable personal
routes is no longer factored into the current trip.
No more messages are shown for the displayed
destination. The displayed destination with all
applicable personal routes will be factored into
the trip again only after stopping the vehicle and
switching the ignition on again.
Ignore all messages: all personal routes are no
longer factored into the current trip. No more
messages are displayed. Messages for personal
routes when there is increased traffic will appear
again after the vehicle is stopped and the ignition
is switched on again.
As soon as you switch off personal route assis-
tance, the symbol in the status line turns off and
your trips are no longer recorded. Trips that were
already stored remain stored.
Deleting personal routes
> Select the desired personal route in the Enter
destination menu ().
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Navigation

> Select: right control button > Delete destina-
tion.
Deleting all personal routes

> Select: [MENU] button > Settings > left control
button > MMI settings > Factory settings.
> Select: Navigation and online memory > Re-
store factory settings > page 231.
G) Tips
— Personal routes are learned based on the ve-
hicle position. The route is prioritized ac-
cording to how frequently you drive to a
destination.
—A maximum of three personal routes are
displayed in the Enter destination menu.
Based on the current vehicle position, the
traffic situation for the route that is most
likely to be driven out of the three routes
will always be monitored.
— Please note that personal routes that have
already been stored will remain stored after
the
ignition is switched off and they must
be deleted manually.

Home address
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system
Opening a menu

> Press the LNAV/MAP] button repeatedly until
the Enter destination menu is displayed
=> page 189, fig. 166.

Storing a home address
> Select and confirm Home address (2)
=> page 189, fig. 166. After opening the home
address for the first time, you will be asked to
create a home address.
> Select and confirm Create now.
> Enter a destination or select a destination from
the list.
Editing the home address
> Select the Home address (2) > page 189,
fig. 166.
> Select: right control button > Edit home ad-
dress.
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> Select and confirm a new destination as the
home address.
The selected destination is stored as the new
home address.
Favorites
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system
Opening a menu

> Press the [NAV/MAP] button repeatedly until
the Enter destination menu is displayed
=> page 189, fig. 166.

Saving a destination as a favorite
> Search for the desired destination in the input
field, or:
> Select a destination from the list.
> Select: right control button > Store as favorite.
Renaming a favorite
> Select: left control button > Favorites > select a
favorite from the list > right control button >
Rename favorite.
Moving a favorite
> Select a favorite from the list > right control
button > Move favorite.
> Select and confirm the location of the selected
favorite.
Deleting a favorite
> Select: a favorite from the list > right control
button > Delete favorite > Delete this favorite
or Delete all favorites.
Directory contacts
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system
Two addresses (private/business) can be assigned
as destinations for each contact in the directory.
Opening a menu

> Press the [NAV/MAP] button repeatedly until
the Enter destination menu is displayed
=> page 189, fig. 166.

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Navigation

Online map update
Applies to: vehicles with a navigation system and Audi con-
nect Infotainment
Recommended regions —> Confirmation
You have chosen to download 109 MB of data
Please be aware of your mobile data
allowance. Would you like to continue?
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Start download

Fig. 178 Infotainment system: display of a new online
map update
Online Update > Recommended regions
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Fig. 179 Infotainment system: country package selection
Using the online map update, you can update the
map material in your navigation system directly
from your vehicle.
Requirement: the requirements for Audi connect
Infotainment services must be met > page 183.
You must have a myAudi account and have as-
signed your vehicle to it.
Using your vehicle position, the MMI identifies
regions which you are frequently in. Based on
this, the MMI suggests update packages for
these regions, if they are available.
Accessing an online map update
> Select and confirm @ Start download if the
message for a new map update appears in the
Infotainment system display, or:
> Select [MENU] button > Settings > left control
button > System maintenance > System up-
date > Online update.


A selection with the available update packages
appears in the Infotainment system display.
Selecting the online map update
> Select an update package from the list (4) @.

> Confirm your selection with the [BACK] button
and go back to the selection.

The number and amount of data for the selected
update package are now displayed in the Info-
tainment system.
Starting the download
> Select and confirm Start download.
> Confirm the security prompt by selecting Start
download again.
The update packages begin to download and the
status of the download progress is shown in the
Infotainment system display.
Installation of online map updates
The downloaded map material installs after you
stop your vehicle. The new update packages in-
stall only after you switch off the ignition. After
restarting the MMI, the Infotainment system dis-
play indicates if the updates installed successful-
ly. >
Confirm the successful update with OK.
The new map material can now be used for navi-
gation.
@) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 182.
@) Tips
The amount of available online map updates
in the vehicle is limited. To update more re-
gions, use the map update via SD card at my.
audi.com.
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Media

— The status of the deleting process is shown in
the MMI. Jukebox playback stops during the de-
leting process and starts again automatically
once the deletion is complete.
@) Note
Do not import audio/video files when the en-
gine is turned off because this will drain the
vehicle battery.
@ Tips
— Tracks from audio CDs cannot be imported
to the Jukebox for legal reasons.
— Files that have already been imported are
automatically recognized and cannot be
copied to the Jukebox again.
— It is not possible to play audio/video* files
in the CD/DVD* drive while importing them.
— The Jukebox does not provide an export
function due to legal reasons.
— Files or tracks without additional stored in-
formation are listed as Unknown. Audi rec-
ommends adding additional information
(such as ID3 tags) to audio files.
— Reset the Jukebox to the factory default set-
tings when selling your vehicle > page 231.
Bluetooth audio player
Applies to: vehicles with Bluetooth audio player
With the Bluetooth audio player, you can play
music wirelessly from your Bluetooth-capable de-
vice (such as a cell phone) through the MMI.
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. The Bluetooth
settings will open on your mobile device during
the connection setup. The Bluetooth function and
visibility of the MMI S page 233 and mobile de-
vice must be switched on. The Bluetooth audio
player > page 233 must be switched on in the
MMI.
— Connecting a Bluetooth device: press the
[MEDIA] button. Press the left control button
until the sources overview is displayed. Select
and confirm Bluetooth audio player @)
=> page 219, fig. 192.

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— If necessary, select and confirm Not connected
> Connect Bluetooth audio player. The Blue-
tooth device search starts. Follow the instruc-
tions in the MMI.
— Select and confirm the desired Bluetooth device
from the list. The MMI generates a PIN for the
connection.
— Select and confirm Yes.
— Enter the PIN for connecting on your Bluetooth
device, or if the PIN is already displayed on your
Bluetooth device, confirm it on the Bluetooth
device. The time allowed for entering the PIN is
limited to approximately 30 seconds.
The media is started and operated through the
mobile device or the MMI, depending on the de-
vice being used.
G) Tips
— Check for any connection requests on your
Bluetooth device.
— Multiple Bluetooth audio players can be
connected to the MMI, but only one mobile
device can be active.
— Bluetooth protocols AVRCP (1.0/1.3/1.4)
and A2DP are supported.
— Note the volume setting on your Bluetooth
device. Audi recommends setting your mo-
bile device to the maximum volume when
using it as a Bluetooth audio player.
— The supported media functions (such as
shuffle) depend on the Bluetooth device be-
ing used.
—Aselection of supported Bluetooth devices
can be found in the database for tested mo-
bile devices at www.audi.com/bluetooth.
Wi-Fi audio player
Applies to: vehicles with Wi-Fi audio player
Using the Wi-Fi audio player media source on the
MMI, you can connect and operate your Wi-Fi-ca-
pable media player (such as a smartphone) to
wirelessly play music from your media player Li-
brary. The media player is connected through the
vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot. A UPnP Server app or an
integrated UPnP/DLNA server on your media
player is required to access your media player Li-
brary.

Media

— Disconnecting a mobile device from the AUX
input: remove the AUX cable from the AUX
input on the Audi music interface.
— Operation: select and confirm the External au-
dio player source G) > page 219, fig. 191. Me-
dia is started and operated on the mobile de-
vice.


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Driving requires your complete and undivided
attention. As the driver, you have complete re-
sponsibility for safety in traffic. Never operate
mobile devices while driving, because this in-
creases the risk of an accident.

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— Use a USB extension cable to connect devi-
ces that have an integrated USB connector
(such as a USB stick) to prevent damage to
your USB device and the Audi music inter-
face.
— Extremely high or low temperatures that
can occur inside vehicles can damage mobile
devices and/or impair their performance.
Never leave mobile devices in the vehicle in
extremely high or low temperatures.
G) Tips
— Always follow the information found in
=> page 59.
—When you switch the ignition off, the USB
ports are still supplied with power until the
energy management intervenes.
— Do not use an additional adapter or USB ex-
tension cable to connect mobile devices to
the Audi music interface that already have a
cable or that must be connected with a USB
adapter (= page 217). Using an additional
adapter or US extension cable may impair
functionality.
— You can purchase the AUX connector cable
from an authorized Audi dealer or at spe-
cialty stores.

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ces and USB mass storage devices.
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— Audi recommends setting the volume of a
mobile device connected to the AUX input to
approximately 70% of the maximum vol-
ume.
— Functionality is not guaranteed for mobile
devices that do not conform to the USB 2.0
specification.
— USB hubs are not supported.
— Some versions of the iPod such as the iPod
shuffle cannot be connected to the USB
adapter for devices with Apple Dock connec-
tor. Connect these devices using a AUX con-
nector cable.
— Changed content on a mobile device )) that
is connected to the Audi music interface
may not be displayed in the media center. In
this case, reset the Media settings back to
Factory settings > page 231.
— Video playback through the Audi music in-
terface is only supported if the connected
device is recognized as a USB storage device
(for example a USB stick). Apple devices and
MTP devices (such as smartphones) are not
recognized as USB storage devices.
— iPod or iPhone malfunctions also affect the
operation of the MMI. Reset your iPod or
iPhone if this happens.
— For important information on operating
your iPod or iPhone, refer to the user guide
for the device. Audi recommends updating
the iPod or iPhone software to the latest
version.
— For more information about the Audi music
interface and supported devices, check the
Audi database for mobile devices at www.
audi.com/mp3 or contact an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility.
USB charging ports in the rear
Applies to: vehicles with USB charging ports in the rear
You can charge the battery on your mobile device
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Media

Two USB charging ports* are located at the back
of the center console.
— USB adapter: refer to > page 217, USB adapter
for Audi music interface.
— Charging a mobile device using the USB
adapter: connect your mobile device to a USB
charging port using a suitable USB adapter.
— Disconnecting a mobile device from the charg-
ing port: remove the USB adapter from the USB
charging port.
— Disconnecting mobile devices with an Apple
Dock connector: remove the Apple Dock con-
nector from the Apple device with the release
tabs pressed in.

ZA\ WARNING
Driving requires your complete and undivided
attention. As the driver, you have complete re-
sponsibility for safety in traffic. Never operate
your mobile devices while driving, because
this increases the risk of an accident.

@ Note
Extremely high or low temperatures that can
occur inside vehicles can damage mobile devi-
ces and/or impair their performance. Never
leave mobile devices in the vehicle in ex-
tremely high or low temperatures.
G) Tips
— Always follow the information found in
=> page 59.
— When you switch the ignition off, the USB
ports are still supplied with power until the
energy management intervenes.
— Do not use any additional USB extension ca-
bles or adapters to connect mobile devices
to the USB charging port that have already
been connected by a USB adapter. Using an
additional adapter or US extension cable
may impair functionality.
— USB hubs are not supported.
— Refer to the manufacturer's operating man-
ual for important information regarding the
operation of your mobile device.
— Correct function of all mobile devices can-
not be guaranteed.
— The vehicle battery drains when mobile de-
vices are turned on but the engine is off.
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dia menu
You can start and operate various media through
the MMI control panel.
Requirement: a media source must contain au-
dio/video* files > page 212.
> Press the [MEDIA] button. Press the left control
button until the sources overview is displayed.
> Select and confirm the desired source, or
> press the [MEDIA] button repeatedly until the
desired source is selected.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the follow-
ing sources may be displayed in the Media menu:
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such as an iPhone, USB stick
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such as an MP3 player connected to
the AUX input >
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Audi smartphone interface

Audi smartphone
interface
Setup
Applies to: vehicles with Audi smartphone interface
You can connect your smartphone to the MMI us-
ing the Audi smartphone interface. Certain con-
tent on your smartphone is adapted to the Info-
tainment system display while driving and can
be operated through the MMI control panel.
Requirement
The vehicle must be stationary and the ignition
must be switched on.
An iPhone generation 5 or newer with Lightning
connector and iOS 7.1.2 operating system or
higher is required. Or:
A smartphone with the Android Auto app and An-
droid 5.0 Lollipop operating system or higher is
required.
> Connect your smartphone to the Audi music in-
terface > page 217 using the applicable USB
adapter > page 217, fig. 190.
> Select and confirm Activate Apple CarPlay or
Activate Android Auto now.
> Follow the system instructions.
> Pay attention to any additional system prompts
on your smartphone, if applicable.
If you chose not to use Apple CarPlay or Android
Auto when connecting your smartphone for the
first time, you can start the Audi smartphone in-
terface later on using the Connection manager.
> Select: [MENU] button > Audi smartphone in-
terface > Change to connection manager.
> Connect your smartphone to the Audi music in-
terface using the appropriate USB adapter
=> page 217, fig. 190.
>» Select and confirm Audi smartphone interface
in the Connection manager > page 231. You
can select your smartphone in the list of devi-
ces that are already paired > page 233.
> Follow the system instructions.




sponsibility for safety in traffic. Never operate
mobile devices while driving, because this in-
creases the risk of an accident.


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Driving requires your complete and undivided

attention. As the driver, you have complete re-

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C) Note
Always follow the information found in >@ in
General information on page 182.
@) Tips
— The functions that can be used depend on
the following factors, among others:
— The brand of your smartphone
—The version of the operating system in
your smartphone
— The software version of the app used
— The USB adapter cable and correct connec-
tion
— Your cell phone service provider
— The customized settings on your smart-
phone
— One of the factors above or a combination
of any of them could cause your smart-
phone to be incompatible with the Audi
smartphone interface. Compatibility cannot
be guaranteed for all types of smartphones.
For more information and assistance, refer
to the user guide and the manufacturer of
your smartphone.
— If the connected smartphone has voice con-
trol, you can operate your smartphone using
the external voice recognition system
=> page 168.
— The menu language shown in the MMI is
based on the settings in your smartphone.
— The time displayed in the MMI is based on
the settings in your smartphone.
— Some MMI functions are not available when
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is active.
— You cannot connect any mobile devices via
Bluetooth when an Apple CarPlay connec-
tion is active.
— When the Apple CarPlay connection is ac-
tive, Tag this song for iTunes* is not availa-
ble > page 207.