Audi 2021 RS7 Sportback Car User Manual

Audi 2021 RS7 Sportback Car

Quick Questions & Answers

1. Upper Display
Touchscreen allows access to multiple features and vehicle functions, including: Radio, Media, Phone, Navigation, Phone Apps, Vehicle, Settings and more.
2. Lower Display
Touchscreen enables control of HVAC features and seating adjustments, as well as the ability to hand write navigation destinations. Dedicated buttons above and below screen activate/deactivate specific vehicle functions.
3. Audi Phone Box1
Charge your compatible mobile device wirelessly in the console compartment. To use, position device with display facing up. Phone must be in direct contact with phone box surface. Calls will be made using the external antenna on the vehicle. Mobile device may also be charged by connecting it with an approved cable to one of the Audi music interface USB ports,  and can be operated via the MMI display.
Available on select models. See Owner’s Manual for proper placement.
4. Volume Knob
Controls audio volume. Press to mute. Press and hold to turn MMI off.
5. Steering Wheel Left Side Controls
Use to select tabs in the instrument cluster.
Use thumbwheel to scroll through menus. Press to choose a selection.
Pressing the Back button will return you back to functions at higher levels.
VIEW button changes virtual cockpit display.
Press to open and close a menu.
6. Steering Wheel Right Side Controls
Use to make or receive phone calls.
Thumbwheel controls volume. Press to mute. Selects next or previous track, radio station or FF/REW.
Allows customizable function. Customize using the MMI touch display, select Vehicle Settings & Service Steering wheel button assignment.
Activates voice recognition commands. A short press of the Voice Recognition button will activate the MMI voice recognition. A long press will activate voice recognition with a paired phone.
Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted. Message and data rates apply.

Introduction to Your A7

Upper Display

Features and Controls

1. Display Area
   Select function menus, apply settings and display content.
   When connected to Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™, display will switch to mobile device operating system with associated functions and applications. To move icons, press and hold, then drag to desired location. To switch between menu pages, swipe left or right. To go back to the Home screen, simply press .

2. Quick Access
   Return to Home screen or quickly switch between four selected menus. Press and hold an icon in the main display area to move the icon to the quick access bar. The bottom icon will be replaced by the new icon. The Home button cannot be moved.

3. Status Display
   The symbols in the status bar show information such as mobile devices connected, data connection, Bluetooth® activation, etc.

4. Notification Center
   To open the Notification Center, pull the status bar downward, or press —— on the status bar. Status information and notifications are displayed. The ability to manage connected devices and personal profiles, set date and time and set other content is also available. To delete notifications, press and drag to the right edge.

5. Back (not shown)
   Go back one step in the menu hierarchy.

6. Touch Response (not shown)
   Amount of haptic (touch sensitive) feedback necessary to activate icons can be adjusted in Settings Display and brightness MMI Touchscreen feedback. Audible response can be turned on and off.

Lower Display

1. Auto Start/Stop
   Switches Start/Stop system on or off. The system checks if conditions are met before and during the “stop” phase and determines if the engine stops and how long it remains stopped.

2. Lane Departure Warning (see Disclaimers)
   Switches the lane departure warning on or off. Detects lane marker lines within the limits of the system. The system warns you with corrective steering and steering wheel vibration if you are approaching a detected lane marker and it appears you will leave the lane.

3. Garage Door
   Opens the garage door opener function. Press if you are programming the garage door opener for the first time, then follow instructions in the Multi Media Interface (MMI).

4. Rear Spoiler
   The rear spoiler increases driving stability. To manually extend/retract the rear spoiler, press . To retract below 10 mph, press and hold. Automatically extends above 75 mph and retracts below 50 mph.

5. Head-Up Display
   Press to show settings for the head-up display.

6. On/Off
   Press to switch upper display on or off. Pressing and holding this switch/icon turns both MMI displays on or off.

7. Shortcuts
   Pressing the Shortcut icon opens the shortcut bar, giving you access to saved items like: radio stations, contacts, and vehicle settings. To save an item as a shortcut, press and hold its text in the upper MMI display until option Save as a shortcut appears. Touch shortcut option to send the item to the shortcut bar. Press and hold shortcuts to move or delete.

Cruise Control

Activate
To activate, pull the control stalk toward you in the ON position.
Set or Change Speed
At your desired speed, press the SET button on the end of the stalk. The set speed along with respective indicator light is shown in the instrument cluster.
There are several ways to change your speed:

• Accelerate or decelerate, then press the SET button again.
• Push the stalk up or down one level to increase/decrease speed in 1 mph increments.
• Push the stalk up or down two levels to increase/decrease speed in 5 mph increments.
• Hold the stalk up or down to increase/decrease speed; release when desired speed is reached.

Cancel/Resume
To cancel and resume cruise control:

• To cancel, press the brake pedal or push the stalk briefly away from you one detent to the CANCEL position.

• The indicator light will go off in the instrument cluster.

• To resume, pull the stalk toward you; you will return to your last set speed.
  Your most recently set speed remains in memory until you turn cruise control or the ignition off.
  Adaptive Cruise Assist
  For vehicles with adaptive cruise assist, the system is a combination of speed and distance regulation and helps maintain a distance from a vehicle driving ahead. Adaptive cruise assist can brake and accelerate as necessary to help maintain the selected distance.

• To activate, set, change, cancel or resume cruising speed, follow the same instructions as listed above for standard cruise control.
  The greater the speed, the greater the distance that is needed. To change the set distance:

• Tap the rocker switch to display the current set distance.

• To increase or decrease the distance in increments, tap the switch again toward or .

Lane Guidance
Within the limits of the system, lane guidance* can provide corrective steering to assist the driver with keeping the vehicle in the center of the lane. Press the button on the turn signal lever to switch lane guidance on or off. Lane guidance is off when the indicator light is white . Some conditions may deactivate lane guidance, such as no lane lines, lane too narrow or wide, etc.

Driver Assist Systems

There are three levels of driver assistance systems*: Maximum, Individual and Basic. Maximum activates all available features. Individual allows you to select an individual system. Basic activates only Audi pre sense and emergency assist. To choose, press the Driver Assistance button on the center console. Or, in the upper display, select Vehicle Driver assistance. Depending on vehicle equipment, features may include:

• Night vision assist.
• Distance warning.
• Audi pre sense.
• Side assist.
• Intersection assist.
• Emergency assist.
• Exit warning.

*Driver assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving. See Owner’s Manual for further details, and important limitations.

Automatic Climate Control

System Controls
The advanced Climate Control system is accessed in the lower display and offers 4-zone heating and cooling, rear-seat control of the system and a number of interior environment improvement features.
Driver and Passenger Controls

1. AUTO
   Maintains your selected temperature by automatically regulating the temperature, fan speed and airflow. The A/C turns on automatically to condition and dehumidify the air. Changing the air distribution or fan speed will turn off the AUTO function.

2. Seat Heating
   Select one of three seat heating levels by pressing repeatedly.

3. Seat Ventilation
   Select one of three seat ventilation levels by pressing repeatedly.

4. A/C
   When illuminated, A/C is on.

5. A/C Max
   Quickest way to cool the cabin. It automatically returns to normal operation once desired temperature is achieved.

6. OFF
   Deactivates the Climate Control system.

7. AUTO Recirculate
   During recirculation, the air intake will close and interior air will be filtered and recirculated. In AUTO mode, recirculation will occur automatically based on air quality sensors and outside temperature.

8. Defrost MAX (not shown)
   Quickest way to defog/defrost the windows. Temperature should be set at 72°F (22°C) or higher.

9. Rear Defrost (not shown)
   When the engine is running, it activates the electric rear window defroster. Depending on outside temperature, this will switch off after 10-20 minutes.

10. Temperature
    Tap or slide to adjust temperature for either driver or passenger.

11. Airflow
    Choose any combination of airflow direction.

12. Blower
    Select one of six fan speeds. The blower should always run to prevent the windows from fogging, and to ensure continuous exchange of air inside the vehicle.

Additional Functions

Selecting gives access to more cabin environment controls in the upper display.

• Customize Buttons
  The buttons on either side of the button can be changed to a different climate control function. Press and hold the symbol for the desired function on the upper display for at least three seconds. A menu appears with two sections. Pull the icon to the left to assign the function to the left-hand button and to the right for the right-hand button.

• Steering Wheel Heating
  Heats the steering wheel rim electrically.

• SYNC
  Temperature, air distribution and blower strength on driver’s side is applied to all seat positions. SYNC can also be activated by “pinching” two fingers together between the temperatures shown on the lower display.

• REAR
  Enables operation of the Climate Control system from the rear console. Press REAR again to exit this mode

Residual Heat
Press and hold the Max Defrost icon for more than two seconds after the ignition is switched off. Residual heat from the coolant is used to heat the vehicle interior. Function switches off automatically after about 15 minutes.

www.myAudiIQ.com
Visit myAudiIQ to watch short tutorial videos demonstrating the features of your new Audi.

Navigation

Setting a Destination

Your MMI Navigation2 system has extraordinary capabilities to enhance your drive with user-definable views, routing selections and more. Get started with setting destinations and discover more as you become familiar with the interface.

Intelligent Search

With intelligent search, you can enter a search term for a navigation destination in any order and all at once. You can search for Points of Interest, contacts, previous destinations, received destinations and routes or favorites.
An Audi connect* subscription is required for internet-based searches.

1. Select NAVIGATION button in the upper display.

2. Touch the Search icon .

3. This will display shortcuts for common destinations, e.g., Parking, Restaurant, Gas station, etc.

4. Use the lower display touchscreen to write the address or name of the location using the keyboard or handwriting recognition.
   You can also enter generic terms like “hardware store” or “bakery”.
   You do not have to wait for the letters and numbers to be recognized before continuing.

5. Locations matching the data entered will be displayed. Choose from the available options.

6. Select Start to begin route guidance.

Finding a Destination Using an Online Search Engine Provider

1. Select NAVIGATION .
2. Enter one or more search terms into input field until the desired destination appears. To narrow search results further, press on the displayed suggestions.
3. Press the desired destination, then press Start.
   Audi connect subscription required for internet-based searches.

• Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted. Audi connect should only be used when it is safe and appropriate. Audi connect services and features are optional, provided with the support of authorized affiliated and third party service providers, and may require additional subscriptions with separate terms and conditions. Available on select models. Certain services collect location information, see Terms of Service for information about how to disable and for other details. Connect services are subject to technologies remaining commercially available, and such services are not guaranteed.

Intelligent Search with Voice Recognition

1. Short press the Voice Recognition button button on the multifunction steering wheel or on the Intelligent search screen to engage voice recognition. Speak commands after the beep.
2. Say an address, Point of Interest or generic category of a location (e.g., library, coffee shop, etc.) you wish to find.
3. Choose the destination from the list displayed

Saving Favorites and Shortcuts
Destinations can be saved as favorites or shortcuts in order to quickly access them for future trips.

1. Press and hold the displayed destination until the Option menu appears.
2. Choose Store as favorite or Save as shortcut.
3. A solid white star indicates it is stored as a favorite.

To Access a Favorite
Select NAVIGATION Favorites.
To Access a Shortcut
Select located on the lower display. Saved shortcuts will be displayed. Press the respective tile.

Navigation Settings
With the upper display in map view, press to access and modify various navigation settings. Available settings include:

• Map settings.
• Voice guidance.
• Route criteria.
• Route information.
• Personal route assistance.*
• Presentation mode

*With this feature activated, the system will record your favorite driving routes and make navigation suggestions based on your known driving habits. Personal routes and destinations can be deleted from the personal route assistance sub-menu.
MMI Navigation plus depends on signals from the worldwide Global Positioning Satellite network. The vehicle’s electrical system, and existing wireless and satellite technologies, must be available and operating properly for the system to function. The system is designed to provide you with suggested routes in locating addresses, destinations and other points of interest. Changes in street names, construction zones, traffic flow, points of interest and other road system changes are beyond the control of Audi of America, Inc. Complete detailed mapping of lanes, roads, streets, toll roads, highways, etc., is not always possible, therefore you may encounter discrepancies between the mapping and your actual location. Please rely on your individual judgment in determining whether or not to follow a suggested MMI Navigation plus route.
Available on select trim lines.

Warnings: Navigation
See Navigation in your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information and for important safety warnings.

Bluetooth® Technology

Initial Setup
Once a compatible phone is paired, it will reconnect each time you start the vehicle.* Your contact list will automatically synchronize, allowing you to access contacts, and make and receive calls through the Infotainment system. Bluetooth is not available when Apple CarPlay® is active.
To pair a phone:

1. Switch ignition on with vehicle in Park.
2. Activate your phone’s Bluetooth.
3. Open the Bluetooth menu on your phone, ensure “Audi MMI XXXX” (last four digits of VIN) appears as an option.
4. Select Phone on the upper display to view available Bluetooth devices.
5. Select Connect mobile device.
6. Select your device from the device list. Press the Refresh icon if the device is not displaying.
7. Select Pair on your mobile device once the PIN on your phone matches the one generated by the MMI. This confirmation step pairs your phone.
8. Select Allow on your device to sync contacts.
9. Open the Bluetooth submenu on your mobile device and enable
   Show Notifications, Sync Contacts and Apple CarPlay for iOS devices.
   Some devices may require a selection to allow access to the address book.
   *Some phones may require a response to automatically connect upon re-entering the vehicle. Once paired, the Bluetooth symbol appears on the upper display status bar along with network strength bars and will be displayed whenever a paired phone is connected to the Infotainment system.

Switch Between Paired Phones
A primary and secondary phone can be paired to the vehicle. To swap the primary/secondary order, from the upper display select Phone . The secondary will now be primary and vice versa.

Voice Recognition

Enable online speech dialog system:

1. On the upper display, select Settings then General.
2. Select Speech dialog system.
3. Consent to speech dialog system online recognizer, provide consent by sliding button to the right.
4. A short press of the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel will activate MMI voice recognition.
5. You can control audio, navigation and climate control functions with voice recognition commands, such as “Play FM 103.5” or “Set the temperature to 70 degrees.”
6. When a compatible device is connected, a long press of the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel will enable voice recognition with your phone’s digital assistant. Use commands such as “Call Mary Smith, mobile” or “Call last number dialed.”

To switch the voice recognition system off:

• Press and hold the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel. You can also say “Cancel” or press Cancel on the touchscreen display.

Media

The Multi Media Interface (MMI) can access multiple media sources, including compatible Bluetooth-connected devices, USB-connected devices, onboard Radio/Satellite sources, online media (via Wi-Fi hotspot) and SD cards. Bluetooth streaming is not available when Apple CarPlay® is active.
To access a media source:

1. Select Media on the upper display.
2. Select Source and choose from the available options.

To connect additional mobile devices (after two phones are paired):

1. Select Media and then Source.
2. Select Connect external device.
3. Activate the Bluetooth menu on the external device.
4. Select New connection and select from available Bluetooth devices displayed. Press the Refresh icon if the device is not displaying.
5. A PIN will be generated. Confirm the PIN on your mobile device

TEXT 2021A7 to 38981
Learn more about feature operation within your Audi.
Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted. Message and data rates apply.
Call your Audi Technologist to learn more. 1-855-750-TECH (8324).

Warnings: Bluetooth Audio Player
See Bluetooth Audio Player in your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information and for important safety warnings.
Warnings: Voice Recognition System
See Voice Recognition System in your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information and for important safety warnings.
Warnings: Media
See Media in your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information and for important safety warnings.

Audi Smartphone Interface

You can connect your compatible smartphone to the MMI. Certain content on your phone will be adapted to the Infotainment system display and can be operated through the MMI controls.* This gives you the benefit of the familiarity with your smartphone and your phone’s voice recognition system combined with the MMI display

Apple CarPlay®

To connect:

1. Switch ignition on with vehicle in Park.
2. Ensure your iPhone® is unlocked and is running the latest version of iOS.
3. Connect your iPhone with a manufacturer-approved cable to either USB port.**
4. Respond to prompts as necessary from both Audi MMI and your iPhone.

Please note that your iPhone will have to be unlocked within the past hour in order to use Apple CarPlay

When connected:

• Long press the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel to activate Siri®.
• Make and receive calls.
• Send and receive text messages
• Set reminders.
• Get turn-by-turn navigation.
• See recent places.
• Listen to music apps

After the initial connection of an iPhone with Apple CarPlay, the iPhone will automatically connect to Apple CarPlay during the next ignition cycle when the iPhone is connected by USB or wirelessly.
*Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted. Not all features are available on all operating systems. Message and data usage rates apply. These features require a compatible device, operating system and mobile apps. See mobile device and app providers for terms and privacy. Apple CarPlay® is a trademark of Apple Inc.
**Non-certified cables may not support data transfer or maintain a reliable connection. Some MMI functions may not be available when Apple CarPlay is active. Refer to www.apple.com/ios/carplay/ for additional information.

Wireless Apple CarPlay®

Allows you to use Apple CarPlay wirelessly without a USB cable.
To connect an iPhone:

1. Switch on the Bluetooth function and Wi-Fi on your iPhone and make sure you are on the Bluetooth menu when connecting your iPhone to the Audi infotainment.
2. Select Phone apps on the upper display.
3. Select To connected devices.
4. Select New connection.
5. Select your iPhone from list of devices.
6. Follow prompts in the MMI and on your iPhone

Features

Apple CarPlay features Siri Voice Control. There are two ways to activate Siri. (Siri must be enabled on the device to activate Siri features*):

• Press and hold the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel until you hear the tone, which activates Siri.
• Press and hold the Home button on the touchscreen to activate Siri.

1. Home: Functions include:
2. Return to the Apple CarPlay home screen or to the Apple CarPlay Dashboard.
3. Long press activates Siri.
4. Phone: Siri can help you make calls, return missed calls and listen to voicemail.
5. Maps: Activate Siri to assist with turn-by-turn directions, traffic conditions and estimated travel time. Say, “Navigate to.”
6. Messages: Siri can send, read and reply to your text messages for you.
7. Press the Audi MMI icon to return to the Audi MMI system. Press the Apple CarPlay icon to go back to the Apple CarPlay interface.
   Additional apps available to stream music include Pandora, iHeartRadio and Spotify.
   *Audio from Bluetooth connected devices is handled through Apple CarPlay. When Apple CarPlay is active, bluetooth connection via the MMI is disabled. To re-establish Bluetooth audio, select Phone menu Audi MMI Media Source your device from the list.

Android Auto™

To connect a compatible device:

1. Make sure your Android phone is running the most current operating system.
2. Ensure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are turned on.
3. You must have an active data plan.
4. Connect your phone to the vehicle’s USB port via a USB cable.*
5. Respond to prompts as necessary from both Audi MMI as well as your phone. If your phone prompts you, then download the Android Auto app from the Google Play Store or update to the newest version of the app.

When connected:

• Long press the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel to activate the Google Assistant.
• Make and receive calls.
• Send and receive text messages.
• Set reminders.
• Get turn-by-turn navigation.
• See recent places.
• Listen to music apps.

The phone will automatically connect to Android Auto during the next ignition cycle when the phone is connected to USB. Some MMI functions may not be available when Android Auto is active. Refer to www.android.com/auto/ for additional information. *Non-certified cables may not support data transfer or maintain a reliable connection.

1. Microphone: The Google Assistant can be activated with a long press of the microphone on the touchscreen, or by using touchscreen commands that work with available apps. The Google Assistant can also be activated with a long press of the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel.
2. Navigation: Predictive navigation provides turn-by-turn directions, traffic conditions and estimated travel time. Android Auto can predict where you want to go next based on your calendar and recent destinations.
3. Phone: Listen and reply to text messages, make calls or check your voicemail.
4. Home Screen: Takes you back to the home screen of Android Auto.
5. Music and Audio: Use your touchscreen to gain access to your favorite artists, songs and playlists.* Android Auto lets you stream from apps such as Pandora, Spotify and iHeartRadio.
6. Vehicle Functions: Use it to return to the Audi MMI system.
   *Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted. Not all features are available on all operating systems. Message and data usage rates apply. These features require compatible device, operating system and mobile apps. See mobile device and app providers for terms and privacy. Google, Android, Android Auto and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC

Personal Profiles

Profiles retain seating, HVAC, shortcuts, etc. in memory. This is useful if multiple people share the same vehicle and each person would like to use his or her individual vehicle settings.
To set a profile in the MMI, select Set up now from the configuration wizard and follow the instructions on the touchscreen.
Once the User profile has been activated and saved, you have the option to Rename, Copy or Reset your personal profile.

• Changes to vehicle settings are automatically saved when the ignition is turned off.
• The active profile is assigned to the keyfob currently being used.
• If the vehicle is unlocked with a vehicle key, the last active profile will be loaded.
• A guest profile can be selected to modify settings without changing other User profiles.
• To choose a profile without changing keyfobs, press Select user from the main menu, then select the User Name to be applied

Wi-Fi Settings

With a subscription to either Audi connect PRIME or Audi connect PLUS, passengers can use the MMI Wi-Fi hotspot to connect to the Internet. Audi connect PRIME includes Basic Wi-Fi which supports audio streaming and email. Audi connect PLUS includes Full-Speed Wi-Fi which supports video streaming. Up to eight compatible devices can be connected at one time. The ignition must be switched on.

Setup

1. From the upper display, select Settings.
2. Select Connection settings.
3. Select Wi-Fi.
4. Select Activate.
5. A random password is set in the MMI at the factory. The password should be changed in the settings to something secure yet memorable.
6. When Wi-Fi is switched on, the MMI Wi-Fi hotspot is active and visible to other devices. In Wi-Fi settings, you can switch visibility on or off.

*To use Wi-Fi, you (or your dealer) must activate a trial plan, or you must purchase a PRIME/PLUS subscription. Plans can be activated in the myAudi marketplace found in the myAudi mobile application. Some features are only available when the vehicle is paired to a registered myAudi account and the myAudi mobile application is installed on a compatible device

myAudi Mobile App Connectivity

The myAudi app* helps to personalize your Audi A7 experience with a suite of smart services. Once you set up a myAudi account and an Audi brand specialist has completed the Audi connect key user setup, you can then log in from your A7 via the MMI. To log in:

1. From the Home Screen select User.
2. Select myAudi login.
3. Enter your myAudi Username and Password, press Login.
4. Your myAudi account will now be connected.
5. From the myAudi mobile application, select the Vehicle icon on the bottom left. Scroll down to the “myAudi marketplace” section Click on the Shop button to enter the marketplace View eligible plans for your vehicle and select the plan you would like.
   *Standard data rates may apply

Audi Phone Box
Requires a compatible smart device. This is a CONSUMER device. BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your wireless provider and have your provider’s consent. Most wireless providers consent to the use of signal boosters. Some providers may not consent to the use of this device on their network. If you are unsure, contact your provider. You MUST operate this device with approved antennas and cables as specified by the manufacturer. Antennas MUST be installed at least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person. You MUST cease operating this device immediately if requested by the FCC or a licensed wireless service provider. WARNING: E911 location information may not be provided or may be inaccurate for calls serviced by using this device.
MMI Navigation
MMI Navigation plus depends on signals from the worldwide Global Positioning Satellite network. The vehicle’s electrical system, and existing wireless and satellite technologies, must be available and operating properly for the system to function. The system is designed to provide you with suggested routes in locating addresses, destinations and other points of interest. Changes in street names, construction zones, traffic flow, points of interest and other road system changes are beyond the control of Audi of America, Inc. Complete detailed mapping of lanes, roads, streets, toll roads, highways, etc., is not possible, therefore you may encounter discrepancies between the mapping and your actual location.Please rely on your individual judgment in determining whether or not to follow a suggested MMI Navigation plus route.
3myAudi Connectivity
Certain myAudi app features require an Audi connect trial or a PRIME/PLUS plan.

Indicator Lights
For additional information on indicator lights, refer to your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.

References

• Android Auto | Android
• iOS - CarPlay - Apple
• myAudiIQ.com

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