NOTE
High speeds, poor weather and road
conditions as well as network quality can
hinder or interrupt a phone call in a vehicle.
R
eception interference and interruption of a
call are possible in dead zones.
Most electronic devices are shielded
against RF signals (high frequency).
Observe operating instructions of the
c
ellphone and accessory suppliers as well
as possible regulations concerning the use
of headsets.
However, electronic devices cannot be shielded from RF signals in rare
cases. Malfunctions can occur.
General information
First read and observe the safety
notes on page 3 and the
introductory information and safety
notes on page 23.
Observe the instructions about using a cellphone
i
n a vehicle without connection to an external
antenna ⇒Manual Operating Instructions.
Only use compatible Bluetooth
® devices. You can
obtain information about compatible Bluetooth
®
products from a Volkswagen Partner or via the
Internet.
Observe operating instructions of the cellphone
and accessory suppliers.
Reception interference and interruption of a call
are possible in dead zones.
Most electronic devices are shielded against RF
s
ignals (high frequency). However, electronic
devices cannot be shielded from the RF signals of
phone control in rare cases. Malfunctions can
occur.
Restrictions concerning use of Bluetooth
®
devices can exist in some countries. You
can obtain information from local authorities.
When you connect phone control with a
d
evice via Bluetooth
® technology, read the
operating instructions to obtain detailed
safety notes. Only use compatible
Bluetooth
® products.
Sites with special regulations
First read and observe the safety
notes on page 3 and the
introductory information and safety
notes on page 23.
Switch off cellphones and cellphone adapters in
e
xplosion-endangered locations. Although these
locations are often signposted, the information is
not always clear⇒ . For example, this includes:
● Areas around lines and tanks, in which there
are chemicals.
● Lower decks on ships and ferries.
● Areas around vehicles, which are run on
liquefied petroleum gas (e. g., propane or butane).
● A
reas where chemicals or particles such as
flour, dust or metal powder are in the air.
● Every other place where the vehicle engine is
to be switched off.
WARNING
Switch off cellphones at explosion-
endangered locations!
NOTE
A cellphone must always be switched off in
environments with special regulations and if
the use of cellphones is prohibited. The
radiation emitted by a switched-on cellphone
can cause interference to sensitive technical
and medical
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unction description