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Offline nigeldodd

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using android phone
« on: 18 January 2018, 18:34 »
I have ordered a gti 7.5 with pretty much standard spec. Can I expect to be able to make hands free calls with an Android phone? I am unable to find this info on the vw website. If I can make calls, where is the microphone?

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Re: using android phone
« Reply #1 on: 18 January 2018, 19:21 »
Hi Nigel

You should have no problems making and receiving phone calls on an Android phone. Just pair your phone via Bluetooth and all should be OK. You can even have 2 phones paired at once if you so wish.
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Re: using android phone
« Reply #2 on: 18 January 2018, 19:24 »
Thanks for that. I'm relieved I don't need any extras.

Do you know where the microphone(s) are in the Golf?

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Re: using android phone
« Reply #3 on: 19 January 2018, 10:08 »

Do you know where the microphone(s) are in the Golf?
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To answer my own question, there is a diagram here https://volkswagen.7zap.com/en/rdw/golf+variant+4motion/golf/2014-746/0/035-35050/ showing that the microphone is above the windscreen in the centre console.

I am also puzzled by how a phone can get a decent signal when it is down in a cubbyhole rather than up on the windscreen (which is where I mount it in my Old Car).

What does the aerial stub do at the back on the roof?

Does a heated front windscreen stop the phone signal getting into the cabin?

Does a glass sunroof improve reception?

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Re: using android phone
« Reply #4 on: 19 January 2018, 13:40 »
Works fine in your pocket too ;)
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Re: using android phone
« Reply #5 on: 19 January 2018, 18:28 »
I have the climate screen on mine and the signal is fine. I never take my phone out of my pocket.

If you have any specific Mk7 questions, you'll get plenty help in the Mk7 section of the forum.  :wink:

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