2020 AUDI Q3 android auto

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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
with a cable or wirelessly* using the Audi smart-
phone interface. Certain content on your smart-
phone is adapted in the MMI while driving and
can be operated through the MMI.
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. iPhone genera-
tion 5 or higher with Lightning connector and iOS
7.1.2 operating system or higher, or smartphone
with Android Auto app and Android 5.0 Lollipop
operating system or higher.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Connected devices > Audi smart-
phone interface > New connection.
> Connect your smartphone to the Audi music in-
terface > page 182 using a USB adapter
=> page 182, fig. 133, or
> To connect your iPhone wireless*, switch on the
Bluetooth function and Wi-Fi on your iPhone.
Open the CarPlay settings in your iPhone. In the
MMI, press on your iPhone in the list of dis-
played devices.
> To update the list, press OQ.
> Follow the system instructions.
> Pay attention to any additional system prompts
on your smartphone, if applicable.
> Applies to: MMI: If you declined use of Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto the first time you con-
nected your smartphone, then select on the
home screen: SETTINGS > Connected devices >
Audi smartphone interface > a smartphone.
> Follow the system instructions.

Z\ WARNING
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.

CG) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 152.
G@) 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.
— Please note that you can only connect your
smartphone via the front Audi music inter-
face in order to use the Audi smartphone in-
terface.
— Wireless CarPlay* is not available in all
countries.
— Wireless CarPlay* is only possible in vehicles
without a navigation system if the following
requirement is met: the embedded SIM card
for the vehicle must be logged into the mo-
bile phone network > page 152. Make sure
the function > page 149, Turn on car phone
or data module is switched on.
— If the connected smartphone has voice con-
trol, you can operate your smartphone using
the external voice recognition system
=> page 25.
— The menu language shown in the MMI is
based on the settings in your smartphone.
— Some MMI functions are not available when
there is an active Audi smartphone interface
connection.
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Audi smartphone interface

— You cannot connect any mobile devices via — AUDI AG merely provides access to third
Bluetooth when an Apple CarPlay connec- party services through the MMI and does
tion is active. not assume any responsibility for the con-
— Usage of the Audi smartphone interface de- tent of these services.
pends on the availability of services through
third party providers.
Troubleshooting
Applies to: vehicles with Audi smartphone interface
The information that follows lists some trouble-
shooting options. They depend on the equip-
ment.

Problem Solution

Audi smartphone
interface cannot be
opened.
Check the battery charge level on your smartphone.
Check the USB cable and use a different one if necessary.
Check if Android Auto or Apple CarPlay is available in the country where the vehi-
cle is being operated.

Android Auto: check if the Android Auto app is installed on your smartphone.

Connecting the
smartphone to the
MMI failed.
Make sure that you are using the correct USB adapter and check if the USB
adapter is connected correctly to your smartphone and the Audi music interface
=> page 182.

Apple CarPlay: check if Apple CarPlay is activated on your iPhone.

Android Auto: check in the Android Auto app if Android Auto permits new
vehicles.

Wireless connection: open the settings for Bluetooth and CarPlay on your
iPhone. Remove your vehicle. Open the connection manager in the MMI
=> page 194. Delete your iPhone in the Telephone 1 and Audi smartphone inter-
face submenus. Repeat the connection process. Restart the MMI > page 18. Re-
start your iPhone.

The smartphone is
not automatically
detected.

Make sure that you are using the correct USB adapter and check if the USB
adapter
is connected correctly to your smartphone and the Audi music interface
=> page 182.
Check if the requirements needed to connect a smartphone have been met.

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Index

A
A/C cooling mode............. ee eee eee ee 79
Accelerator pedal.............--00000005 87
also refer to Accelerator pedal........... 87
AccessorieS .. 0.00... cece eee eee ee 258
Active lane assist
refer to Lane departure warning......... 120
Adaptive cruise assist................00. 112
Cleaning the sensors...............--- 235
Adaptive dampers...........--000e-0 eee 97
Adaptive speed assist.................. 112
also refer to Adaptive cruise assist....... 112
Adjusting the air distribution. ............ 79
Adjusting the brightness................. 48
Adjusting the sound..............-...-- 193
Adjusting the temperature............... 79
Adjusting the vents............. eee eee 80
Adjusting the volume..............000005 26
Adjusting the volume (announcements) .... 193
Adjusting the welcome sound............ 193
Airbagisystem « s sesuew « wainwn @ + ween eo scams sw 0 62
Alarm system
refer to Anti-theft alarm system.......... 31
Alignment pin (changing the wheel)....... 240
Alleweather lights:esi: « s mss « © seve ov ewes 6 y 44
AL S@aSON IFES a5 6s caenu vs saws oe Hews oo He 230
All wheel drive
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Amazon Alexa integration
Media playback.................00000. 182
OPCTATION ¢ cows « y wasps 5 ¥ eves s 7 ew ea ee 25
AMI
refer to Audi music interface........... 182
Android Auto
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 191
Anti-freeze
Windshield washer system............. 212
Anti-lock braking system.............0005 99
AntisSlip: Regulation sso ss sissies 0 seme 6 8 os 100
Anti-theft alarm system..............005. 31
Anti-theft wheel bolts.................. 241
Apple CarPlay
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 191
Aspect ratio (video)................ 186, 187
refer to Anti-Slip Regulation
Audi adaptive light
Audi connect
refer to connect
Audi drive select
Audi music interface
Audio files
Audi phone box
Audi pre sense
Messages
Audi pre sense front
Audi side assist
refer to Side assist
Audi smartphone interface
Legal information
Audi virtual cockpit
refer to Instrument cluster
AUTO
Automatic headlights
Climate control system
Auto Lock (central locking)
Automatic luggage compartment lid....
Automatic transmission
Automatic wipe/wash system
Average consumption
Average speed
Bag hooks
Battery
Charging
Winter operation
Block route
Bluetooth
Audio player
Connecting a cell phone
Deleting a device
Device overview
Disconnecting a device
Displaying profiles
Searching for a device
Selecting a device
Specifying a favorite
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