2020 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 Owner´s Manual

Cable and wireless con-
nections
Introduction to the topic
Some e xternal devices can be connected to
the Infotainment system by cable and wire-
less connections present in the vehicle (if in-
stalled).
The type and number of cable and wireless
connections differ according to country and
vehicle. The connections may also be differ-
ent within a model series or in special-edition
models.
In the case of cable connections, use only the
original device connecting cables or, if availa-
ble, the factory-supplied connecting cables
for your vehicle.
If the plug on the connecting cable cannot be
inserted, check the angle of insertion and the
connections. NOTICE
Use only suitable and undamaged connecting
cables f
or cable connections.
x When inserting the plugs of the connect-
ing cables into the appropriate connection,
ensure that they are correctly positioned
and apply only light pressure. Applying too
much pressure may damage both the unit
connection and the plug of the connecting
cable.
x Make sure that the connecting cable is not
pinched or sharply bent.
x Using unsuitable or damaged connecting
cables may damage devices and cause
malfunctions. If a connected device is not recog-
nised, disconnect all de

vices and con-
nect the device again. If necessary, check
that the connecting cable you are using is
working properly. If a connected device malfunctions, re-
start the de

vice. In some cases this will
remedy the fault. USB port
Please refer to at the start of the chap-
ter on page 215.
USB port types
The f

ollowing USB ports may be available in
the vehicle:

Possible fitting locations of USB ports

2. Switch on Bluetooth visibility on the ex-
ternal Bluetooth audio source ( e.g. mo-
bile device).
3. Open the
Media menu.
4. Touch Source and select BT Audio
.
5.

If necessary, start playback on the Blue-
tooth audio source manually.
When playback on the Bluetooth audio
source is stopped, the Infotainment system
remains in Bluetooth audio mode.
Controlling playback
The extent to which the Bluetooth audio
source can be controlled via the Infotainment
system depends on the connected Bluetooth
audio source.
With media players that support the AVRCP
Bluetooth profile, playback on the Bluetooth
audio source can be automatically started or
stopped when the unit is switched to Blue-
tooth audio mode or to a different audio
source. In addition, depending on the Blue-
tooth audio source, tracks can be displayed
and changed via the Infotainment system.
Due to the large number of possible
Bluetooth audio sources, it is not pos-
sible to guarantee fault-free operation of all
described functions. The Volkswagen website
contains a list of compatible mobile devices.
Always switch off the warning and
service tones on a connected Blue-
tooth audio source, e.g. key tones on a mo-
bile device, to prevent interference noise and
malfunctions.
With some units, the Bluetooth audio
connection will be disconnected auto-
matically if an external media player is con-
nected to the Infotainment system with
Bluetooth and the USB port simultane-
ously. Infotainment system
Getting started Introduction to the topic
The function and settings of the Inf otainment
system depend on the country and vehicle
equipment.
Before using for the first time
Before using the device for the first time,
please observe the following points so you
can make full use of the available functions
and settings:

x
Reduce the v olume before switching the
audio or media source or connecting
a new source. WARNING
The following conditions can lead to situa-
tions where emergency calls, telephone
calls and data transmission are not possible
or are interrupted:
x If your current location is in an area with
no or insufficient mobile communica-
tions and GPS reception.
x If you are in an area with sufficient mo-
bile communications and GPS reception
but the telecommunications pro

vider

WARNING
Driving recommendations and traffic sym-
bols displayed by the na vigation system
may differ from the current traffic situa-
tion.
x Road signs, traffic signals, traffic regula-
tions and local conditions have priority
over the recommendations and displays
provided by the navigation system.
x Adapt your speed and driving style to
suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
x Certain events can make the originally
planned driving time and route to the
destination considerably longer or make
navigation there temporarily impossible,
e.g. due to a road being closed. NOTICE
The radiation produced by the mobile device
when switched on may interf
ere with sensi-
tive technical and medical equipment, possi-
bly resulting in malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
x Always switch off your mobile device in
areas where special regulations apply and
when the use of mobile devices is forbid-
den. NOTICE
The loudspeakers can be damaged if the vol-
ume is set at too high a le
vel and by playback
which is too loud or distorted.
x Choose the volume setting so that the
loudspeakers are not damaged. Notes on use
Please refer to and on page 218.

Overview and control elements
Please refer to and on page 218.
Fig. 123
Ov erview: display and operating unit of the 10-inch (10”) and 12-inch\
(12”) versions.1
Time. 2
Privacy status display, signal strength
display of the eSIM and number of noti-
fications. 3
Home button: .
4
Status display for seat heating and seat
v

entilation. 5
Sensor field (Infotainment system on or
off). 6
Touch slider for temperature. 7
Touch slider for volume. 8
Views (current view is highlighted). 9
Temperature display (adjustment via 6
). 10
Scroll bar and marking for additional
window. 11
Control centre. 12
Function buttons for main menus. 13
Screen (touchscreen). Further information and tips for oper-
ating the Inf
otainment system are pro-
vided on