Overview - External Multimedia Device Connection

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There are several versions of the External Audio Source Connection -R199- :

AMI - USB charging, AUX IN, UE4
AMI - USB connection (quantity: 2), AUX IN, ASI, UI2/UE7

>>USB charging<< and >>USB connection<< are the USB Distributor -R293- with USB Connection 1 -U41- /USB Connection 2 -U42-.

AMI - Audi Music Interface

ASI - Audi Smartphone Interface

The External Audio Source Connection -R199- is part of the Information Electronics Control Module 1 -J794-.

AMI Component Location - USB Connection Baseplate R193, USB Charging, AUX IN, UE4

Fig 1: AUX IN component location - USB Connection Baseplate -R193-

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The connections -1- are located in the center console storage compartment -2-.

External devices can be charged via the USB connection.

iPod, iPhone
MP3 player
Smartphones
Tablets

AMI Component Location - USB Distributor R293 / USB Connection 1 U41 / USB Connection 2 U42, AUX IN, ASI, UI2/UE7

Fig 2: AMI Component Location - USB Distributor -R293- /USB Connection 1 -U41- /USB Connection 2 -U42-, AUX IN, ASI, UI2/UE7

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The interfaces are located in the center console storage compartment.

The USB ports are fully connected. Various devices can be connected.

iPod, iPhone
MP3 player
USB memory sticks
Smartphones
Tablets

Suitable adapter cables are needed. Refer to the Owner's Manual.

Fault Finding is performed using the "Guided Fault Finding" on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.