2020 AUDI A8 Owners Manual

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Parking and maneuvering


— Select |--| > Rear cross-traffic assist in the upper
display when the parking system is active.

Messages
re or > is displayed when there is a mal-
function, the rear cross traffic assist functions
may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible
solution may appear with some displays. The
weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor
may be covered. Clean the sensor area in the ve-
hicle rear and try to turn the systems on again
later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty immediately to have the malfunction correct-
ed.

Z\ WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 154.
— The rear cross-traffic assist will not provide
alerts about people and cannot warn you
about every type of approaching objects,
such as cyclists. Always monitor the traffic
as well as the vehicle's surroundings with di-
rect eye contact.
— The system may not react if objects are ap-
proaching very quickly.
— The rear cross-traffic assist will not provide
alerts if your vehicle is parallel parked or if
your vehicle is pulled too far into the park-
ing space so that it is hidden by adjacent
vehicles.

@) Tips
— Certain settings are stored automatically in
the active personal profile.
— Once an automatic brake activation occurs,
the system cannot initiate another activa-
tion for several seconds.
— System functions may not be available if the
ESC is limited or switched off, or if there is a
malfunction.
— If there is an acoustic warning signal from
the rear cross-traffic assist, then the park-
ing system may not warn you of detected
obstacles under certain circumstances.
— For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see
> page 339.
— The coverage areas of the sensors > fig. 151
are diagrams and do not represent a true-
to-scale image of the sensor ranges.
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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
— Using the Rear Seat Remote

Z\ 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 38 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 20,
Traffic safety information.

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@) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 216.
@) 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 only be
connected to one mobile device.
> Enable the Bluetooth function and visibility on
the MMI => page 267 and the cell phone.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE
> Follow the system instructions. The available
Bluetooth devices will be displayed after sever-
al seconds.
> Press on the desired mobile device in the list of
displayed Bluetooth devices.
> To update the list, press OQ.
A PIN for a secure Bluetooth connection will be
generated.
> Confirm the PIN on your mobile device, or
> Enter the PIN for connecting 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

After connecting successfully
Information about the connected profiles will ap-
pear. You can also change the profiles later
=> page 269.
The cell phone contacts are automatically loaded
in the MMI. This process can take several mi-
nutes, depending on the number of contacts.
Depending on your cell phone and the connection
type, you can use the following functions:
Handsfree
Requirement: your cell phone must be connected
to the MMI via a Bluetooth Hands Free Profile
(Bluetooth HFP).
You can use the hands-free system. You can make
calls using the antenna on your mobile device.
Sending and receiving messages
See > page 208.
() Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 216.
@) Tips
— You can apply additional settings to con-
nected mobile devices under Connected de-
vices > page 268.
— You can also search for the MMI on your mo-
bile device using the Bluetooth device
search.
— You only have to pair your device one time.
Bluetooth devices that are already paired
automatically connect to the MMI when the
Bluetooth function is switched on, when
they are within range, and when the ignition
is switched on. The last connected mobile
device is given first priority.
— Pay attention to any system prompts dis-
played on your mobile device or the MMI,
for example if the system should connect
automatically in the future. Depending on

D_ SIM card installed in the vehicle at the factory.
2) Not available in all countries.
the mobile device, you may also need to
download contacts and confirm access to
your messages separately.
— 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.
— When the car phone or data module func-
tion* is switched on, Audi connect Infotain-
ment* is available through the embedded
SIM card})2).
Using two telephones
Applies to: vehicles with telephone, and Audi phone box
You can connect two mobile devices to the MMI,
for example your business and your personal mo-
bile device. You can use both mobile devices to
make calls in the vehicle.
Connecting another mobile device
Requirement: a mobile device must be connected
to the MMI.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE [?. Follow the system instructions, or
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Connected devices > Telephone 1
or Telephone 2 > New connection.
See > page 200, Connecting a cell phone via
Bluetooth.
Switching between two mobile devices
Requirement: phone 1 and phone 2 must be con-
nected to the MMI.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > J.
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Telephone

Disconnecting a mobile device
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
The mobile device will be disconnected from the
MMI and removed from the list of paired devices.
> To disconnect a connected device, use the con-
nection manager > page 268.
Using the Audi phone
box
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box

RAH-9151


Fig. 153 Storage compartment under the center armrest:
Audi phone box with holder* and connections



Fig. 154 Storage compartment under the center armrest:
Audi phone box with connections
You can charge your mobile device battery wire-
lessly using the Audi phone box. You can make
calls through the exterior antenna” on the vehi-
cle. Using the external antenna” helps when
there is a low signal and also provides better re-
ception quality.

D_ Not available in all countries. These are additional car
phone functions only in conjunction with Audi connect In-
fotainment*.
2) The Qi standard makes it possible to charge your mobile
device wirelessly.
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Depending on the vehicle equipment, an Audi
phone box may be installed with or without a
holder.
— Audi phone box with holder*: unfold the Audi
phone box holder @) © fig. 153. Position the
mobile device so that the back of it is on the
symbol @) © fig. 153 between the Audi phone
box and the holder.
— Position the mobile device in the Audi phone
box centered on the @ symbol @ with the dis-
play facing up.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you may
then be able to use the following functions:
— Connect to the exterior vehicle antenna!)
— Charge a cell phone wirelessly: Requirement:
The ignition must be switched on. The charging
function must be switched on in the MMI. You
must have a Qi-capable2) mobile device.
You can also charge your cell phone using a USB
adapter: Connect your cell phone to the Audi mu-
sic interface using a USB adapter (@). You can
charge your mobile device using specific USB
adapters > page 253, fig. 174.
Reminder signal
When the device reminder signal is switched on,
you will be notified that your mobile device is still
in the Audi phone box when you leave the vehicle.
Requirement
—A Qi-capable”) mobile device must be in the
Audi phone box, or
— Your mobile device must be connected to the
Audi music interface by a USB adapter, and the
Audi smartphone interface must be active, or
— Your iPhone® must be connected to the MMI
via Bluetooth® > page 200 and must be charg-
ing through the Audi music interface using a
USB adapter.

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Telephone

Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: SET-
TINGS > General > Reminder signal and mobile
device wireless charging .
The following settings are available:
— Signal tone
— Spoken cue": this setting is switched on at the
factory.
— Off
— Mobile device charging notification*: when
this function is switched on, the charge status
of your mobile device is displayed. You will also
be reminded not to forget your mobile device
when leaving the vehicle. Messages will appear
in the MMI when using your Audi phone box in
the front*. Messages will appear on the Rear
Seat
Remote when using the Audi phone box in
the rear*.
— Front wireless charging: when this function is
switched on, you can charge your Qi-capable
mobile device wirelessly in the Audi phone box.
— Rear wireless charging”: when the function is
switched on, you can charge your Qi-capable
mobile device wirelessly in the rear* Audi phone
box.


If you have an implant, consult a medical
specialist if you have any questions. You can
also switch the function for wireless charg-
ing in the Audi phone box on and off sepa-
rately for the front* and rear*. You can con-
tinue to charge your mobile device using a
cable connection.


ZA 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.
— 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.

C) 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,
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.
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Telephone

— 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.
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Applies to: vehicles with telephone
charged wirelessly in the Audi phone box.

— You can switch the front and rear Audi
phone box charging function on and off sep-
arately.
— Strong transmission quality* cannot be
guaranteed if more than one mobile device
is in the box.
Fig. 155 Upper display: selection menu
Requirement: A mobile device must be connected
to the MMI > page 200.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
—To reduce the risk of malfunctions, make PHONE
sure the mobile device is positioned correct-
ly in the Audi phone box. The following phone functions will be available:
— Make sure there are no objects between the @ Search
Audi phone box and the mobile device. @ Calllist 00.0.0... eee 204
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tive sleeve inside the Audi phone box can in- @® Contacts ..............222255. 205
terfere with the connection to the external © Voicemail 206
antenna*.
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the wireless charging of your mobile device @ Swit Ing Retweenitwemoplsise 210
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and calls made using the exterior antenna’*.
—The maximum charging output is 5 W.
— The charging time and temperature will vary
depending on the mobile device being used.
— If you are not using the Audi phone box with
the holder*, you can close the holder @)
The selected telephone functions will also be
available in the instrument cluster > page 212
and the Rear Seat Remote* > page 212.
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— You can purchase a USB adapter from an au-
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cessories. Audi has verified their reliability,
safety, and suitability.
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Requirement: the call list must contain a phone
number.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > Call list.

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Possible call list symbols:
Missed calls
Dialed numbers
Received calls
Edit call list
Displaying a business card ....... 205
©QOOCLO Number of interactions with a con-
tact
If more than one interaction with a contact has
already taken place, the last one is always dis-
played in the form of an arrow (), @) or @).
Press and hold a contact or a phone number in
the list until the Options menu appears. Depend-
ing on your mobile device, the following options
may be available:
— Save as a shortcut > page 23, Shortcuts.
— Edit telephone number: edit a phone number
before dialing it. Press Dial and start the call.
— Show history*: Requirement: you must have al-
ready had more than one interaction with a
contact. All interactions with a contact ora
number are displayed.
— Store as favorite > page 205.
— Send text message > page 208.
— Send e-mail > page 209.
@) Tips
The call list can only be edited via the MMI.
Managing favorites
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
You can store the desired number for a contact as
a shortcut in the favorites list.
Accessing favorites
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > Favorites.
Storing an existing phone number as a
favorite:
> Press Call list.
> Press and hold a contact in the list until the Op-
tions menu appears.
> Press Store as favorite. The favorite has been
stored. will appear briefly.

Deleting stored favorites
> Select: Favorites > Z > one or multiple favor-
ites or Select all > Delete > Done.
(i) Tips
If there are multiple mobile devices, you can
create separate favorites in the MMI for each
mobile device.
Opening contacts
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
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Fig. 157 Upper display: contact info
You can connect multiple mobile devices to the
MMI and manage up to four private phone books
in the MMI.
Requirement: a mobile device must be connected
to the MMI > page 200. You must have at least
one contact stored in your mobile device.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > Contacts.
The contacts are displayed in alphabetical order.
You can change the sort order > page 211, Sort
order.
Displaying a business card
To open a business card, press on a contact in the
directory. The business card shows you details
about a contact.
If you press on a contact in the business card,
there are multiple options available:
@ Storinga favorite .............. 205
@® Options
® Call
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Telephone

Business card options
Press 2).
— Send contact*: you can select Text message or
E-mail > page 208.
— Add destination: you can add a business or pri-
vate address > page 235, Contacts as naviga-
tion destinations.
— Read out name: the MMI automatically cre-
ates a name tag that can be read aloud for each
entry > page 38.
— Save asa shortcut > page 23, Shortcuts.
Contact options
Press and hold a contact in the list until the Op-
tions menu appears.
— Send contact: you can select Text message or
E-mail > page 208.
— Send text message > page 208.
— Send e-mail > page 209.
— Store as favorite > page 205.
— Save as a shortcut > page 23, Shortcuts.
Deleting contacts
— Deleting all contacts: select: Contacts > Z >
Delete all. All contacts are deleted only in the
MMI.
— Deleting imported contacts: requirement: you
must have imported at least one contact. Se-
lect: Contacts > Z > one or more contacts, or
Select all > Delete imported contacts > Done.
The imported contacts are deleted.
G) Tips
— Pay attention to any synchronization
prompts on your mobile device when down-
loading contacts.
— Only the contacts of the mobile device being
actively used are displayed.
— The contacts from the mobile device may
not be transferred in alphabetical order. If
there are too many entries, contacts with
different first letters may be missing in the
MMI.

) Not available in all languages.
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— If contacts are loaded from the mobile de-
vice into the MMI, the contacts on the SIM
card will no longer be displayed in the MMI.
— The contacts in the local MMI memory are
always visible and can be accessed by other
users.
— After switching off the ignition and exiting
the vehicle, the mobile device directory will
be loaded when the MMI is started again if
the mobile device is within range and the
Bluetooth function is switched on in the mo-
bile device and the MMI.
— Only the contacts in the local MMI memory
can be deleted.
Listening to voicemail
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > Voicemail.
Requirement: there must be no voicemail num-
ber stored.
» Entering the voicemail number: enter the de-
sired number. Press OK.
Requirement: a voicemail number must be stor-
ed.
> Dialing the voicemail number: press Voice-
mail. The call begins immediately.
@) Tips
This service must be set up and activated in
advance by the cell phone service provider.
Dialing a phone number
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you may
have the following options for dialing a phone
number:
— Using text input in the MMI = page 24.
— Using voice operation > page 38.