2021 AUDI Q2 audio

Media
Subject
Audi music interface*: Content
that has been changed on a mo­
bile
devicea)
connected to the
Audi music interface is not shown
in the media centre.
Bluetooth audio player*: Prob­
lems with track display and play­
back.
Wi-Fi hotspot*: Wi-Fi hotspot
connection to your Wi-Fi device

interrupted.

Audi music interface: No audio
playback possibLe via a connected
mobiLe device.
Advice
Reset the Media settings to the factory settings
^page
256.
Problems can occur if
a
third party music playback app is open
when you are playing audio via the Bluetooth audio player. Audi
recommends
that
you use the integrated media player on your
Bluetooth device (e.g. smartphone).
Make sure that the network optimisation function is switched off
in the Wi-Fi settings or network settings of your Wi-Fi device.
Please refer to the operating manual
of your
Wi-Fi device for fur­
ther details.
Make sure that the USB mode
MTP
is selected in your mobile
devi­

ce's settings.

a'
Applies to MTP devices only. Does not apply to Apple or USB mass storage devices.
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System settings
Connection manager
Introduction

The
connection manager
gives
you an overview
of your connected
devices
and their connection
status.

Settings
Connection manager

*
MyPhone
• Additional
phone:

-• Data
connection:

• MMI connect app:
• Audi smartphone:

Fig.
205 Connection manager

•
Select: IMENUI button > Settings
>
Left control
button > MMI settings > Connection manager.

•
Select and confirm a menu option.
If
a
mobile device has already been connected
and you then select and confirm the correspond­
ing menu item, the device's name and connection
mode is displayed under this menu item

^Fig.
205.
You can connect
((vj)
or disconnect
O)
a connec­
ted device individually.
Telephone

Applies
to: vehicles with telephone
- Connect new device: You can search for and
connect
a
mobile phone.
- List of devices already bonded: Select your mo­
bile phone from the List of all devices which
have already been bonded. Or: Insert your own
mini SIM card in the SIM card reader*

^>page
176.
Second phone

Applies
to: vehicles with Audi phone box
- Connect new device: You can search for and
connect
a
mobile phone.
- List of devices already bonded: Select your mo­
bile phone from the List of all devices which
have already been bonded.
Data connection

Applies
to: vehicles with Audi connect (infotainment)

Applies
to: option using the embedded SIM card
- The embedded SIM
card1)
will be used for the
data connection
^>page
191. You do not need
to adjust any other settings.

Applies
to: option using your own SIM card
- Connect new device: You can search for and
connect
a
mobile device (e.g. a smartphone).
- List of devices already bonded: Select your mo­
bile phone from the List of all devices which
have already been bonded. Or: Insert your own
mini SIM card in the SIM card reader*.
© CAUTION
Please always observe the information
•=>©
in
Wi-Fi hotspot on page 202.
MMI connect app

Applies
to: vehicles with Audi connect (infotainment)
Important: The Audi MMI connect app must be
installed on your mobile device and have been

started.

- Connect new device: You can search for and
connect
a
mobile device (e.g. a smartphone).
- List of devices already bonded: Select your mo­
bile device from the List of all devices which
have already been bonded.
Music

Applies
to: vehicles with Bluetooth audio player or Wi-Fi au­

dio
player
Audio player*
Important: The Bluetooth function and the dis­
coverability option of both the MMI system

opage
258 and the mobile phone must be
acti­

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System settings
- To connect a new device: Press the rotary push­

button.
Select Bluetooth audio player. Search
for and connect a mobile device.
- List of devices already bonded: Select a Blue­
tooth device from the list of all devices which
have already been bonded.
Wi-Fi audio player*
Important: The Wi-Fi hotspot* on the MMI sys­
tem
<=>page
201 and your mobiLe phone must be

activated.

- To connect a new device: Press the rotary push­

button.
Search for and connect
a
Wi-Fi enabled
device.
- To disconnect a Wi-Fi audio player: Deactivate
Wi-Fi on your Wi-Fi enabled device. The device
will be removed from the list automatically.
© CAUTION
Please always observe the information
•=>©
in
Wi-Fi hotspot on page 202.

Directory

Applies to: vehicles with telephone

You
can display the contacts from (other) mobile
phones.
Important: No mobiLe phones are connected to
the MMI via the Bluetooth remote SIM Access
Profile or the Handsfree profile.
- Connect new device: You can search for and
connect
a
new mobile phone. Or: Slide your
own mini SIM card into the slot in the SIM card
reader* until you feel it engage
^>page
176,

Fig. 160.
- List of devices already bonded: Select your mo­
bile phone from the list of all mobiLe phones
which have already been bonded.
Audi smartphone
Applies to: vehicles with Audi smartphone interface
-
Connect
your mobile phone to the Audi music
interface
^>page
241 via a USB adapter

•=>page
240, Fig. 196.
- SeLect your mobile phone from the List of mo­
bile phones already connected.
Further options
Further options may be available in the connec­
tion manager via the right control button de­
pending on the function selected.
Delete Bluetooth device*
The selected mobile phone/mobile device will be
disconnected from the MMI system and removed
from the list of devices already connected.
Display Bluetooth profiles*
You can Connect or Disconnect the Handsfree,
Car phone*, Messages*, Directory/contacts and
Bluetooth audio player profiles individually.
Bluetooth settings*
- Bluetooth: Select and confirm a discoverability
setting
for
the Bluetooth connection. Select
visible to make the MMI visible to other
devi­

ces.
Select invisible to make the MMI invisible
to other devices. Devices which have already
been bonded can connect via Bluetooth even
when discoverability is deactivated. Select off
to switch discoverability off. It is then not pos­
sible to establish a Bluetooth connection.
- Bluetooth audio player: When this function is
switched on
(vf,
the Bluetooth audio player is
available as a source in the Media menu.
- Bluetooth name: The Bluetooth name of the
MMI system (e.g. "AUDI MMI 2017") is dis­
played and can be changed.
Online settings*
- Data connection settings: Refer to
^>page
203,
Configuring the data connection.
- Data usage meter: The number of the data
packets sent/received via the MMI system is

displayed.
Select Reset data meter to reset the
usage statistics to zero.
- Connection status: The mobiLe network provid­
er for data services and the network status are

displayed.

Wi-Fi settings*
Refer to
^>page
201, Wi-Fi hotspot.
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System settings
On-board Handbook
Applies to: vehicles with On-board Handbook

The
On-board Handbook includes the Owner's
Manual
for
your vehicle.
Installing/updating the On-board Handbook
Important: The storage medium on which the
On-board Handbook is stored must have been in­
serted into the relevant drive
^>page
235.
• Select:
|MENU|
button > Settings > Left controL
button > System maintenance > System up­
date > SD card 1, SD card 2, CD/DVD* or USB*.

•
Follow the instructions given by the system.
Starting the Handbook
Important: The Handbook must have been instal­
led previously.

•
Select:
IMENUI
button > Car
>
left control but­
ton > Handbook.
The On-board Handbook will automatically load
in the language that is set underthe option Menu
language in the MMI
^>page
255.
Using the On-board Handbook
The following functions are available when you
are operating the On-board Handbook using the
rotary pushbutton:
- Select and confirm an entry: Turn the rotary
pushbutton to the entry you require and press
the rotary pushbutton.
- Show a picture in full size: Turn the rotary
pushbutton to the desired picture and press the
rotary pushbutton.
- Call up the options menu: You can use the
right controL button to return to the Home
page and open the Index.

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WARNING
You should only use the On-board Handbook
when the traffic conditions allow you to do so
safely and when you can maintain proper
con­

trol of your vehicle - risk of injury.
(7) Note
-The On-board Handbook is
not
available in
all countries. Your Audi dealer will be able
to provide you with more detailed informa­

tion.

-Switch off the ignition while you are instal­
ling/updating the On-board Handbook.
- Please note that the On-board Handbook is
not a substitute for the printed Owner's

Manual.

Sound settings

You
can adjust the sound and volume of the MMI
individually.
The
settings depend on the equip­
ment fitted in your vehicle.

Fig.
206 Adjusting balance/fader

•
Select:
|MENU[
button > Sound > Left control
button > Entertainment.
Treble / Bass
You can adjust the settings for Treble and Bass
by turning the rotary pushbutton. Any changes to
the settings only apply to the audio source cur­
rently active. This allows you to set the sound for
each audio source separately.
Balance/fader* (sound focus)
- To set the left/right volume ratio: Press the
rotary pushbutton. Turn the rotary pushbutton
clockwise or anti-clockwise to the desired
posi­

tion.

- To set the front/rear volume ratio*: Press the
rotary pushbutton again. Turn the rotary push­
button clockwise or anti-clockwise to the de­
sired position.
- To set the volume ratio using the MMI touch

pad*:
Move your finger in the desired direction
on the MMI touch pad. •
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Sound effects
SeLect and confirm a setting for Focus:
-
all:
All the loudspeakers in the vehicle are ac­
tive (evenly distributed sound focus).
- front: Only the loudspeakers in the front of the
vehicle are active.
- rear*: Only the loudspeakers in the rear of the
vehicle are active.
Surround level
You can adjust the surround sound by turning the
rotary pushbutton.

Subwoofer*

You can adjust the subwoofer by turning the ro­
tary pushbutton.
Speed-dependent volume control
You can adjust the automatic volume adaption to
the interior noise level by turning the rotary
pushbutton.
Volume settings
Adjusting the volume
Using the
ON/OFF
button, you can adjust the
vol­

ume of
an
audio source or system message (e.g.
during a speech dialogue*) directly while it is be­
ing played.
- Volume up/down: Turn the ON/OFF button
(T)
^>page
152, Fig. 141 clockwise or
anti-clock­

wise.

- Mute/pause: Briefly press the ON/OFF button.
Or: Turn the ON/OFF button anti-clockwise un­
til the
sy m bol @ •=>
page 161 appears. Any ac­
tive audio/video source will then be paused.
- Unmute/resume: Briefly press the ON/OFF but­

ton.
Or: Turn the ON/OFF button clockwise.

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WARNING
The audio system volume should be set at a
level which enables you to hear external
sig­

nals (such as the sirens of police and emer­
gency vehicles)
clearly-failure
to do so could
result in an accident.
When you switch on the MMI system, very
high/very low volume levels are automatically
reduced/increased to a preset level.
Setting the system volume

•
Select:
|MENU|
button > Sound > left control

button.

Telephone
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
Mute telephone: Message and ring tones are si­

lenced.

Ring tone: Refer to
^>page
188, Ring tone and
volume settings.
Ring tone volume: You can adjust the volume of
the ring tone currently selected by turning the ro­
tary pushbutton.
Message volume: You can adjust the volume of
the tone informing you of
a
new message by
turning the rotary pushbutton.
Microphone input level: You can adjust the tele­
phone volume during a call by turning the rotary
pushbutton.
Navigation
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system
Voice guidance: Refer to
^>page
218.
Voice guidance during calls: Refer to

•=>
page 218.
Volume of spoken cues: You can adjust the
vol­

ume of the spoken cues by turning the rotary
pushbutton. Or: You can adjust the volume of the
spoken cues while route guidance is active by
turning the ON/OFF button.
Entertainment fader: This option allows the
vol­

ume of the current audio source to be temporari­
ly reduced when the parking aid is active or while
a navigation cue is being played.
Announcements*
Traffic announcements: Refer to
^>page
229.
DAB announcements*: Refer to
^>page
229. •
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Index
Personal hotspot 195
Setting up 196
Setup 191
Topping up data plan 197
Audi drive select 131
Audi magnetic ride
see Suspension control
131

Audi music interface 240
Audi music stream
see Wi-Fi 238
Audio files 243
Audio players
Bluetooth audio players 237
Wi-Fi audio players 238
Audio track 246
Audi phone box 177
Audi pre sense 120
Driver messages 119, 122
Settings 122
Audi side assist 127
Cleaning sensors 313
Driver messages
131

Rear cross-traffic assist 130
Audi smartphone interface 253, 258
Audi virtual cockpit
see Instrument cluster 12
AUTO
Automatic air conditioner 69
Automatic headlights 49
Auto Lock (central locking system) 37
Automatic air conditioner
see Air conditioner (automatic) 66, 69
Automatic gearbox 85
Back-up programme 92

DownhilL
speed control 89
Driving tips 88
Kick-down 90
Launch control programme 91
Malfunction 86
Manual gear selection (tiptronic mode) ... 90
Manual release of selector Lever (left-hand
drive) 93
Manual release of selector Lever (right-hand
drive) 94
Paddle levers 90
Selector lever 88
Selector lever Lock 86
Selector lever positions 86
AUX input
241,
242
Average fuel consumption 19, 20
Average speed 19, 20
Axle loads 343
B
BACK button 152
Background lighting 53
Balance (sound) 260
Bandages
see First-aid kit 318
Bass box 325, 326
Bass (sound) 260
Battery 302
Charge 149
Charging 303
In key 38
Winter conditions 302
Battery, charging (mobile devices) 177
Belts
see Seat belts 275
Bicycle racks (rear carrier systems) 99
Biodiesel 289
Bioethanol (fuel) 289
Blower
Automatic air conditioner 70
Heating/ventilation system and manual air
conditioner 67
Bluetooth
Audio players 237
Connecting a mobiLe phone 173
Remote SIM Access Profile 193
Settings 258
Boot
see Luggage compartment 272
Boot lid
Close button 44

Opening/dosing
electrically 44
Brakes 147
Brake assist system 145
Brake fluid 301
Brake pedal 272
Electro-mechanical parking brake 82
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Economical driving 72
Economical route 216
EDL
see Electronic differential lock (EDL) .... 145
Efficiency program 21
ELectrical socket
see Power sources 60
Electric windows 46
Child lock 46
Malfunction 47
Electro-mechanical parking brake 82
Electro-mechanical power steering 148
Electronic differential lock (EDL) 145
Electronic immobiliser 38
Electronic stabilisation control (ESC) 145
Embedded SIM card 191
Emergency assist 126
Emergency braking function 82
Emergency
call,
making 181
Emission controL systems
Catalytic converter 295
Diesel particulate filter 295
Emissions 342
Energy consumers 20
Engine
Coolant 299
Driver messages 77
Jump-starting 326
Power output 344
Preheating (with the button) 76
Preheating (with the key) 74
Start/stop system 79
Starting/stopping (with the button) 76
Starting/stopping (with the key) 74
Engine compartment
Layout 297
Opening/closing bonnet 296
Safety notes 295
Engine oil 297
Checking oil level 298
Consumption 298
Dipstick 297, 298
Oil change intervals 304
Oil change service 297
Service intervals 297
Topping up 298
Entering information
Using MMI touch
155

Using the speller 159
Entertainment drawer 157
Entry
Using MMI touch 155
Entry/exit lights 51
Environmental tips
Leaks 296
Minimising pollution 72
Roof carrier 65
ESC
see Electronic stabilisation control (ESC) . 145
Ethanol (fuel) 289
Event data recorder 150
Extended view 17
Exterior lighting 49
Exterior mirrors 53
Folding in 53
Setting for automatic retraction 41
External speech dialogue system 170
F
Factory settings
Multi Media Interface 256
Fader (sound) 260
Fastening rings 62, 273
Fast forward/rewind (audio/video file) .... 243
Fast route 216
Favourites
Media 246
Navigation 210
Telephone 181
File formats (media drives) 249
Filling the tank 290
Fuel gauge 14
Opening fuel tank flap 290
Releasing tank flap manually 291
Tank capacity 343
Finding entries
see Search function 160, 245
Fire extinguisher 318
First-aid kit 318
Floor mats 272
Floor panel, lowering 62
Fog light(s) 49
349

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Paddle levers (automatic gearbox) 90
Paint damage 314
Paint number 342
Panorama sun roof 48
see also Convenience open/close 47
Park assist 139
Parking aids 134
Cleaning sensors/camera 313
Malfunction 144
Park assist 139
Reversing camera 137
Settings 143
Parking brake
see Electro-mechanical parking brake .... 82
Parking lights 50
Parking (automatic gearbox) 88
Particulate filter (diesel) 295
Passenger's
door,
locking manually 41
Path descriptions in Owner's Manual 154
Pause (audio/video file) 243
Pedals 272
Performance (engine) 344
Personal hotspot 201
Personal route assist 214
Personal Wi-Fi hotspot 195
Petrol 289
Petrol engine
Engine oil 297
Phone book
see Contacts 185
Picture format (video) 246
Playback (media) 243
Playlist 246
Point of interest search 212

see
also
Special
destination 211
Polishing 314
Pollen filter
see Pollution filter 66
Pollution filter 66
Power management 149
Power sources 60
Preheating (glow plugs) 74, 76
Presentation mode 217
Pressures (tyres) 307
Privacy 234
Programme guide
Radio 229
Q
quattro (four-wheel drive) 148
Selective wheel torque control 145
R
Radio 228
Detailed station information 230
Radio text 229
Station list 228
Radio equipment 340
Radio frequency
see Waveband 228
Radio transmitters 340
Rain sensor/light sensor
Automatic headlights 49
Switching rain sensor on/off 55
Random playback 246
Reading lights 52
Rear armrest
see Cup holders 61
Rear carrier systems 99
Rear lights (changing bulbs) 334
Rear of vehicle
Boot lid 43
Washing rear window 55
Rear window heating
Automatic air conditioner 70
Heating/ventilation system and manual air
conditioner 68
Recommended gear 14
Recuperation 19
Reminder signal 255
Remote control keys 38
Repairs 340
Replacement parts 340
Reset
see Restart (MMI) 262
Reset button (trip recorder) 14
Restart (MMI) 262
Rest recommendation 110
Retaining hooks 61, 63