Mobile phone interface -> Wireless charging function for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV First Generation (2018-2023)

Phone interface basic configuration.  
Convenience phone interface.  
Phone interface basic configuration  
The phone interface uses the HFP Bluetooth profile for transmission. This enables the use of phone functions via the Infotainment system and played back via the  
vehicle speakers.  
Convenience phone interface  
Just like the basic configuration of the phone interface, the Convenience phone interface uses the HFP Bluetooth profile.  
The Convenience phone interface can be equipped with the wireless charging function Wireless charging function.  
In order to use the features of the wireless charging function, you need to place a suitable cell phone correctly in the storage compartment. Depending on the  
vehicle equipment, this will connect the cell phone to the vehicle antenna. This improves reception and call quality.  
Wireless charging function  
Refer to  
and Safety instructions.  
Fig. 158 Diagram: storage compartment with a liner pad for wireless charging.  
The wireless charging function depends on the vehicle equipment and is not available in all countries.  
Depending on the vehicle, the rear shelf with liner mat fig. 158 for the wireless charging function is located in the center console or between the front seats in a  
storage compartment.  
In some vehicles, the liner mat bears a phone symbol, which indicates the center position for the wireless charging function fig. 158. The symbol on the liner mat  
may look different in some vehicles.  
The wireless charging function uses electromagnetic induction to transfer energy wirelessly over short distances.  
The maximum charging power is 5 watts.  
The Qi standard allows suitable Qi-capable cell phones to be charged wirelessly.  
To nd out whether a cell phone supports the Qi standard, see the cell phone operating instructions. The manufacturer of the cell phone can offer further information  
regarding compatibility.  
Only a single Qi-capable cell phone without a protective case and with maximum dimensions (width x length) of approximately 3 in x 6 in (80 mm x 140 mm) should  
ever be placed flat on the wireless charging function shelf.  
Qi-capable cell phones with larger dimensions cannot be charged wirelessly.  
Before charging, remove any foreign objects with metal components, such as coins, from the storage compartment and follow the cell phone operating instructions.  
To charge a Qi-capable cell phone, place a suitable cell phone, without a protective case and with the display and the entire surface facing up, flat in the center of th  
shelf. The charging process starts automatically.  
The Infotainment system installed at the factory informs you when the charging process is starting and, if necessary, if there are any foreign objects with metal  
components in the storage compartment. Remove foreign objects immediately.  
If a cell phone is not placed on the shelf correctly or if it is too large, it may not be detected correctly or detected at all. The Infotainment system may notify you of a  
foreign object in the storage compartment. If a suitable cell phone is used and its position is corrected, the fault may be eliminated.  
Storage compartment cover  
Depending on the vehicle equipment and in some countries, the storage compartment for the wireless charging function may have a cover for the cell phone displa  
Only a cell phone with maximum dimensions (width x length) of approximately 3 in x 6 in (80 mm x 140 mm), in accordance with the specifications, may be placed i  
the covered storage compartment.  
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The cover can prevent you from being distracted by the cell phone, e.g. by incoming notifications.  
The cover must always be closed while driving and the display of the cell phone must be completely covered up.  
WARNING  
Notifications on the display of the cell phone may distract the driver and increase the risk of a serious accident.  
Place only a single, suitable and Qi-capable (if necessary) cell phone without a protective case and with maximum dimensions (width x length) of  
approximately 3 in x 6 in (80 mm x 140 mm), in accordance with the specifications, on the shelf in the storage compartment.  
If necessary, remove items that prevent the cover from closing.  
Always keep the cover closed while driving.  
WARNING  
Metal objects can become very hot. This may cause burns to the skin or a fire.  
Do not place metal objects or objects with metal components on the wireless charging shelf.  
NOTICE  
Do not place any ID cards, credit cards, etc. with magnetic strips or with a chip on the wireless charging shelf. The data stored on the magnetic strips or the chip  
could become unusable.  
Coupling, connecting and managing  
Refer to ⇒  
and Safety instructions.  
To use the phone interface functions, pair a cell phone capable of making phone calls with the Infotainment system. Before connecting for the first time, you need to  
pair the cell phone with the Infotainment system. A user profile is then automatically saved in the Infotainment system. The coupling process may take a few  
minutes.  
Pairing a cell phone  
Prerequisites for coupling:  
Bluetooth is activated on the cell phone.  
Bluetooth is activated on the Infotainment system.  
1. Open the list of available Bluetooth devices on your cell phone and select the device name for the Infotainment system.  
2. Pay attention to messages on the cell phone and in the Infotainment system and confirm these if necessary.  
If the pairing is successful, the data on the cell phone will be saved in the user profile.  
3. Optional: Confirm the message for transferring the data on the cell phone.  
WARNING  
If you carry out the coupling when driving, this may cause accidents or injuries.  
Only carry out the coupling when the vehicle is stationary.  
When pairing some cell phones, a PIN may be displayed on the cell phone screen. Type this PIN into the Infotainment system to finish pairing.  
Active and passive connection  
In order to use the phone interface functions, at least one cell phone must be connected to the Infotainment system. If several cell phones are connected to the  
Infotainment system, you can switch between an active and an inactive connection. In order to operate the phone interface with your preferred cell phone, establish  
an active connection to the Infotainment system.  
Difference between the types of connection  
ActiveThe cell phone is paired and connected. You can carry out phone interface functions using data from this cell phone. PassiveThe cell phone is paired and  
connected. You can only take incoming calls via the mobile phone interface. Other functions are not available.  
Paired cell phones are saved in the Infotainment system even if they are not currently connected.  
Change connection type (inactive to active)  
Precondition:  
Several cell phones are connected to the Infotainment system simultaneously.  
1. Tap  
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