App-Connect 2022 Volkswagen Atlas

Owner’s Manuals 2022 App-Connect

App-Connect

Introduction

App-Connect makes it possible to display and control content and functions displayed on the cell phone through the Infotainment system screen.

To do this, the cell phone must be connected to the Infotainment system via a USB interface with a data transfer function.

Some technologies can also be used with App-Connect Wireless via the Bluetooth interface and a Wi-Fi connection.

The following technologies may be available:

Apple CarPlay™.
Apple CarPlay™ Wireless.
Android Auto™.
Android Auto™ Wireless.
Mirror Link®.

Which App-Connect technologies are available to you depends on the country and on the cell phone in use.

MirrorLink, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are technologies which are operated by third parties and provided by Volkswagen. Volkswagen is not responsible if these technologies are canceled, discontinued or deactivated during the service life of the vehicle.

You can find more information on the Volkswagen website.

App-Connect wireless function in the event of border crossings

In the event of border crossings into countries with different permissible radio frequencies than your own country, please note the following:

The App-Connect wireless function may be limited due to legal provisions, or may not be possible at all. This can be indicated by a message in the Infotainment system.
The App-Connect wireless function must be deactivated due to legal provisions. The Wi-Fi hotspot must be deactivated.

This does not apply to wired functions.

Opening the App-Connect main menu

Navigation to the App-Connect main menu depends on the Infotainment system being used.

Tap .

Or: tap MENU.

Or: press APP.

Setting up App-Connect Wireless

In order to use App-Connect Wireless, first pair the cell phone with the Infotainment system. Then proceed as follows:

Connecting a cell phone for the first time

Unlock the cell phone.
Activate Wi-Fi reception and Bluetooth on the cell phone.
Connect the cell phone to the Infotainment system via a USB cable or Bluetooth.
Open the App-Connect main menu if it does not open automatically.
Select the cell phone and your preferred technology.
Allow the Infotainment system the required access. To do this, confirm authorization requests on the cell phone.
Disconnect the USB connection and re-connect with the Infotainment system using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

App-Connect Wireless set-up is complete.

Pairing is complete. The paired cell phone can now use App-Connect Wireless in the future without a USB connection.

If any pop-up menus were dismissed during the connection process, App-Connect Wireless will not be available. In this case, Volkswagen recommends deleting the devices from the cell phone settings and Infotainment system and restarting the connection process.

App-Connect Wireless may not be supported by all technologies.

WARNING

Using apps while driving can distract from traffic. Driver distraction can cause accidents and injuries.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.
Only use apps when the vehicle is stationary.

WARNING

If apps are used that are not suitable or that are not used correctly, this may result in vehicle damage, accidents, and serious injuries.

Protect the cell phone and its apps from misuse.

NOTICE

Volkswagen is not responsible for vehicle damage that is caused by low-quality or malfunctioning apps, inadequate programming of apps, insufficient network strength, data loss during transmission, or misuse of cell phones.

Apps

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice and.

Content from Volkswagen apps and third party provider apps displayed on cell phones can be displayed on the Infotainment system screen using Volkswagen App-Connect.

Apps from third-party providers may be incompatible.

The use of apps and the required mobile phone connection may be subject to additional charges.

Apps can be based on many different designs and can also differ depending on the vehicle and country. The content, scope, and providers of the apps may vary. Furthermore, some apps depend on the availability of services from third party providers.

It cannot be guaranteed that the apps that are offered will be able to run on all cell phones and with all operating systems.

The apps provided by Volkswagen can also be changed, canceled, deactivated, reactivated, and enhanced without notice.

To avoid driver distraction, only certified apps can be used while driving.

Symbols and settings for App-Connect

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice and.

Symbols in the App-Connect menu

The symbols present depend on the type of Infotainment system and the vehicle model.

Show further information.Open the App-Connect settings menu.Open the App-Connect settings menu.Select Apple CarPlay technology.Select Android Auto™ technology.Select Mirror Link® technology.

Setting options in the App-Connect settings menu

The setting options depend on the integrated Infotainment system.

Mobile devices:: Open the device manager.
Activate data transmission for VW apps:: Data transmission for VW apps is activated.
Allow MirrorLink messages to display:: Messages are displayed when using MirrorLink^®.

Apple CarPlay™

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice and.

Requirements

The following requirements must be met in order to use Apple CarPlay:

The iPhone must support Apple CarPlay.
Voice control (Siri) must be activated on the iPhone.
Apple CarPlay must be activated in the iPhone settings without restrictions.
The iPhone must be connected to the Infotainment system with a USB connection. Only USB ports with data transfer are suitable for use with Apple CarPlay.
The USB cable being used must be an original cable from Apple.

Apple CarPlay Wireless: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi must also be activated on the iPhone.

These technologies may not be available in all countries.

Information on technical requirements, compatible iPhones, certified apps and availability can be found at the Volkswagen and Apple CarPlay website or at an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Connecting

When connecting an iPhone for the first time, follow the instructions on the Infotainment system screen and the iPhone display.

The requirements must be met in order to use Apple CarPlay.

Start Apple CarPlay:

Open the App-Connect main menu. To do this, tap MENUApp-Connect .

Or: press APP.
Connect to the iPhone. To do this, tap Apple CarPlay.

Disconnecting

To get to the App-Connect main menu, tap in Apple CarPlay mode.
To end the active connection, tap or .

The presentation of the function keys in the display may vary.

Special conditions

During an active connection with Apple CarPlay, the following conditions apply:

Bluetooth connections between the iPhone and the Infotainment system are not possible.
If there is an active Bluetooth connection, it will be automatically ended.
Phone functions are only possible through Apple CarPlay. The functions described for the Infotainment system are not available.
The connected iPhone cannot be used as a media device in the Media main menu.
It is not possible to use the internal navigation and Apple CarPlay navigation at the same time. The route guidance which was started last ends the previous active one.
Depending on your Infotainment system, you can view information about telephone operation in the instrument cluster display.
Depending on your Infotainment system and the navigation app used, you can view upcoming turns in the instrument cluster display.
You can accept or decline incoming calls or end a call in progress using the buttons on the multi-function steering wheel.

Voice control

The “voice control” function depends on the vehicle equipment.

Tap briefly to start the Infotainment system voice control.

Or: to start voice control (Siri) on the connected iPhone, tap and hold .