Audi Q7: Making phone calls using the exterior antenna
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
With the Audi phone box, you can make calls using the exterior antenna on the vehicle. Using the exterior antenna helps when there is a low signal and also provides better reception quality.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
- To make phone calls through the vehicle's exterior antenna using your mobile device, lay your device on the phone symbol (2), fig. 141 in the center of the Audi phone box with the display facing up.
Charging the battery using the USB input
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
You can charge your mobile device using a special USB adapter with the Audi phone box.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
- To charge your mobile device via USB, connect it to the USB input (1), fig. 141.
Tips
- You can purchase a USB adapter from an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility, or at specialty stores.
- Audi recommends using Audi Genuine Accessories.
Audi has verified their reliability, safety, and suitability.
Charging a mobile device wirelessly
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
You can charge your mobile device wirelessly using the Audi phone box.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
Your mobile device must meet the Qi standard.
- Make sure that the wireless charging function is switched on:
- Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: SETTINGS > General > Reminder signal and mobile device charging.
- Switch the Mobile device wireless charging function on.
- To charge your mobile device wirelessly, lay it
on the
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symbol (3), fig. 141 in
the
center of the Audi phone box with the display
facing up.
WARNING
- The mobile device may become hot during wireless charging. Pay attention to the temperature of your mobile device and be careful when removing it from the Audi phone box.
- An alternating magnetic field is used for
wireless charging. Maintain a minimum distance
of approximately 2.4 inches (6 cm) to
the Audi phone box charging plate. The
thresholds for prolonged exposure at this
distance comply with ICNIRP1998. Therefore,
interactions such as irritation of sensory
organs, malfunctions of active implants
(such as pacemakers, infusion pumps, or
neurostimulators) or effects on passive implants
(such as prosthetic limbs) is highly
unlikely. If you have an implant, consult a
medical specialist if you have any questions.
You can also switch the function for wireless charging in the Audi phone box on and off.
You can continue to charge your mobile device using a cable connection.
Tips
- The maximum charging output is 5 W.
- The charging time and temperature will vary depending on the mobile device being used.
Mobile device reminder signal
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
When the device reminder signal is switched on, you will be notified that your mobile device is still in the Audi phone box when you leave the vehicle.
Requirement: your mobile device must be located in the Audi phone box (if Qi-capable) or connected to the Audi music interface with a USB adapter, and the Audi smartphone interface must be active or your iPhone must be connected to the MMI via Bluetooth and charging using a USB adapter connected to the Audi music interface.
- Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: SETTINGS > General > Reminder signal and mobile device charging.
The following settings may be available, depending on vehicle equipment:
- Signal tone
- Off
Spoken cue
this setting is switched on at the factory.
Mobile device notes: reminder, charge level
When this function is switched on, the charge status of your mobile device is displayed. You will also be reminded not to forget your mobile device when leaving the vehicle.
