Audi R8 Coupé Infotainment Media  Multimedia connections
Applies to: vehicles with Audi music interface
You can connect your mobile devices via the Audi music interface in order to charge the battery and operate the devices via the MMI.
Fig. 126 Connecting mobile devices
Fig. 126 Connecting mobile devices
The Audi music interface is located in the storage compartment in the centre console -21- Fig. .
  • To connect a mobile device using a USB adapter: Connect the corresponding USB adapter -2- Fig. 126 to the Audi music interface connection -3- and then connect it to the mobile device -1- (e.g. iPod).
  • To charge a mobile device using a USB adapter: When you connect a mobile device to the Audi music interface -3- using an appropriate USB adapter -2- Fig. 126 the device s battery is charged automatically.
  • To disconnect a mobile device from the Audi music interface: Detach the USB adapter -2- Fig. 126 from the Audi music interface.
  • To disconnect mobile devices with Apple dock connector: With the release tabs -3- Fig.  pressed, detach the Apple dock connector from the Apple device.
Depending on the device you are using, the media are started and operated using the mobile device or the MMI link.
To connect two mobile devices: If two mobile devices (e.g. an iPod and a smartphone) are connected at the same time, both devices can be used as a playback source.

You can connect mobile devices via the analogue AUX interface:

  • To connect a mobile device to the AUX input: Connect the cable -5- Fig. 126 to the AUX input -6- on the Audi music interface before connecting the mobile device -4- (e.g. MP3 player, smartphone).
  • To disconnect the mobile device from the AUX input: Detach the cable -5- Fig. 126 from the Audi music interface.
  • Operation: Select and confirm the source External audio player -5- Fig. . Media are started and operated using the mobile device -4- Fig. 126.
WARNING
Today s driving conditions require your full attention. As the driver, you have full responsibility for the safety of the vehicle and other road users. Never operate mobile devices while the vehicle is moving - risk of accident!
CAUTION
  • To avoid damaging the connection, please take care when detaching the connector from the Audi music interface.
  • Use a USB extension cable to connect devices with an integrated USB connector (e.g. USB sticks). This will help to avoid damage to your USB device and the Audi music interface.
  • Very high or very low temperatures (a common occurrence in a car s interior) can cause damage to mobile devices and/or impair their performance. Please do not leave your mobile devices in the vehicle when the temperature is very high or very low.
Note
  • Do not use any additional USB extension cables or adapters when connecting mobile devices which have an integrated cable or which must be connected via a USB adapter ( link) to the Audi music interface; this could cause performance issues.
  • The AUX adapter cable is available from Audi dealers or specialist retailers.
  • It cannot be guaranteed that mobile devices which do not meet the specification USB 2.0 will function properly.
  • USB hubs are not supported.
  • Some iPod versions (e.g. iPod shuffle) cannot be connected with the USB adapter for devices with Apple dock connector. You can connect these devices using the AUX adapter cable.
  • Video playback via the Audi music interface is only supported if the system detects that the device connected is a USB storage device (e.g. a USB stick). Apple or MTP devices (e.g. smartphones) are not recognised as USB storage devices.
  • iPod/iPhone/iPad malfunctions also affect the operation of the MMI. In this case, please reset your iPod/iPhone/iPad.
  • Please refer to the iPod/iPhone/iPad operating instructions for important information on how to use your iPod/iPhone/iPad. We recommend that you update the iPod/iPhone/iPad software to the latest status.
  • For more information on the Audi music interface and on which devices are supported, please see the Audi mobile device database at www.audi.com/bluetooth or contact an Audi dealer.

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