Audi Q3: Multimedia connections
USB adapter
Fig. 139 Audi Genuine Accessories: USB adapter
You can connect your mobile devices to the MMI
using the USB ports with charging function and a
USB adapter, and charge the battery at the same
time.
You can purchase the USB adapter cable from an
authorized Audi dealer or at specialty stores:
- USB adapter for devices with a micro
USB connection
- USB adapter for Apple devices with
a Lightning connection
- USB adapter for devices with USB
type C connection
Note
Handle the USB adapter carefully. Do not allow
it to be pinched.
Tips
Apple devices with a dock connector can only
be charged using a USB adapter designed for
devices with a dock connector. Data cannot be
transmitted.
USB ports with charging function
Applies to: vehicles with USB ports with charging function
Connect your mobile devices to the USB ports in
order to operate the devices through the MMI
and charge the batteries.
The USB ports are located in the front center console
and are labeled with the symbol.
If multiple
USB devices are connected to the USB ports
(for example, a smartphone and a USB flash
drive), any of these devices can be used as the
playback source.
Connecting or charging mobile devices using
a USB adapter
- Connect the matching USB adaptert o a USB
port and to the mobile device, such as a smartphone.
The battery will charge automatically.
Mobile devices connected to the USB ports are
started and operated using the MMI.
Disconnecting a mobile device from the USB
port
- Remove the USB adapter cable from the USB
port.
WARNING
Driving requires your complete and undivided
attention. As the driver, you have complete responsibility
for safety in traffic. Never operate
mobile devices while driving, because this increases
the risk of an accident.
Note
Tips
- When you switch the ignition off, the USB
ports will still be supplied with power until
the energy management system switches
them off.
- Do not use additional adapter cables or USB
extension cables to connect mobile devices
to USB ports that already have a cable or
that must be connected with a USB adapter
cable (fig. 139). Using an additional
adapter or US extension cable may
impair functionality.
- Functionality is not guaranteed for mobile
devices that do not conform to the USB 2.0
specification.
- USB hubs are not supported.
- Video playback through the USB ports is not
supported on Apple devices and MTP devices
(such as smartphones).
- iPod touch or iPhone malfunctions also affect
the operation of the MMI. Reset your
mobile device in these situations.
- Audi recommends updating the iPod touch
or iPhone software to the latest version. Refer
to your mobile device owner's manual
for more information.
- USB adapters on the USB ports will support
iPod touch or iPhone devices from the 5th
generation or newer with a lightning connector.
- A selection of supported devices can be
found in the database for tested mobile devices
at www.audi.com/mp3.
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Media sources
The following sources can be selected depending
on the vehicle equipment:
Alexa
USB device
Connect external device: you can connect external
devices via Bluetooth and use the Blue
Options
Context-dependent functions and settings may
be available depending on vehicle equipment, the
selected source, the connected mobile device,
and the connection type.
Requirement: the playback
Setup
Applies to: vehicles with smartphone interface
You can connect your smartphone to the MMI
with a cable or wirelessly using the smartphone
interface. Certain content on your smartphone is
adapted
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Center Console, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Remove the center console insert. Refer to
→ Chapter "Center Console Insert, Removing and Installing".
- Versions with Access/Start Authorization Button -E408-:
Remove the front storage compartment. Refer to
→ Chapter
Connector Housings and Connectors, Repair Information
Note
Observe general notes for repairs on the vehicle electrical
system. Refer to
→ Chapter "Vehicle Electrical System, General Repair
Information".
Allocation of crimp contacts with correct fit to connector
housing