2007 S8 CARPHONE BATTERY
07-07-2014, 08:21 AM
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Popeye-
Rashly assuming you are here in the US, if that number 4EO 861 473 refers to the cell phone itself, as opposed to a battery, it will be on file in the FCC database since every model of every radio commercially sold in the US has to be FCC approved. (And the FCC is adamant, a cell phone is not a telephone, it is a radio.)
While the FCC web site can be a bear to dig through, you might be able to get their help via email or telephone on this. There is probably a very short list of cell phones approved for "Audi" in 2007 or the preceding few years and if they can point you to that, it may be a place to start.
It is also possible that the original battery was re-stickered and there is a manufacturer's sticker under the Audi one. From LG, or Varta (German), or one of the other major players. And they might be able to tell you what the battery is, based on the dimensions and the contact configuration.
The way that stuff is constantly changing though, I'd bet a new battery is over $50 if it can be found. Of course if you're entering the car in concourse events, that's worthwhile. Otherwise...it looks like anything can sit in the armrest and "integrate" via BT.
Rashly assuming you are here in the US, if that number 4EO 861 473 refers to the cell phone itself, as opposed to a battery, it will be on file in the FCC database since every model of every radio commercially sold in the US has to be FCC approved. (And the FCC is adamant, a cell phone is not a telephone, it is a radio.)
While the FCC web site can be a bear to dig through, you might be able to get their help via email or telephone on this. There is probably a very short list of cell phones approved for "Audi" in 2007 or the preceding few years and if they can point you to that, it may be a place to start.
It is also possible that the original battery was re-stickered and there is a manufacturer's sticker under the Audi one. From LG, or Varta (German), or one of the other major players. And they might be able to tell you what the battery is, based on the dimensions and the contact configuration.
The way that stuff is constantly changing though, I'd bet a new battery is over $50 if it can be found. Of course if you're entering the car in concourse events, that's worthwhile. Otherwise...it looks like anything can sit in the armrest and "integrate" via BT.
07-07-2014, 10:14 AM
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The Bluetooth does not route through the Audi car phone, remove that from the vehicle and pair your cell phone to the S8.
07-07-2014, 10:51 AM
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http://translate.google.com/translat...E0%2B861%2B473
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07-08-2014, 04:36 AM
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Thanks for your patience and advice here, guys.
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07-08-2014, 05:21 AM
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Could be a weird Australia-only thing...
So frustrating!!
07-08-2014, 05:41 AM
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Ah, Oz. I'm sure the phone situation is different there, but some agency still certifies each one for use.
You might also try Audi-Oz, that message could mean the phone needs to be configured under the all-powerful VAG software before the system can recognize it.
I would ask them politely for a copy of the manual and instructions, or some configuration aid, and if they said something like "Gee, that's too old..." or some other nonsense, let them know that's unacceptable. The car isn't a Yugo, they should be able to explain what part or configuration it needs. As should your local dealer's parts counter--without incurring a service charge.
You might also try Audi-Oz, that message could mean the phone needs to be configured under the all-powerful VAG software before the system can recognize it.
I would ask them politely for a copy of the manual and instructions, or some configuration aid, and if they said something like "Gee, that's too old..." or some other nonsense, let them know that's unacceptable. The car isn't a Yugo, they should be able to explain what part or configuration it needs. As should your local dealer's parts counter--without incurring a service charge.
07-08-2014, 06:15 AM
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Okay a few question,
1) do you have a VCDS scan of your vehicle so we can see if the "Bluetooth Module" is indeed installed in your 2007 S8 ?
2) when you pushed the "TEL" button did you then press the "SETUP" button to get in to the menu, if so did you remove the Audi phone from the list ?
3) you do have the "Audi phone" no where near the vehicle, right ?
I am a little confused as you have a 2007 S8, and I have a 2005 A8l W12 with the phone plate in the console to which the phone cradle attaches, and then the Audi phone would slip into the cradle, I then have a factory Bluetooth module under the drivers side floor board, I do not have the Audi phone at all, yet many of my cell phones have paired with the Audi, even my 2004 A8l without the Bluetooth module and OnStar still would allow many cell phones to connect through the "Bluetooth Cradle", does your car have the removable cradle that snaps into place, if not I am beginning to think you have one of the systems that is talked about in the link, which I find odd as you have a 2007, although they are talking about a UK 2006 in the link.
http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/forum/s...ng-crazy/page4
Johnny J J
1) do you have a VCDS scan of your vehicle so we can see if the "Bluetooth Module" is indeed installed in your 2007 S8 ?
2) when you pushed the "TEL" button did you then press the "SETUP" button to get in to the menu, if so did you remove the Audi phone from the list ?
3) you do have the "Audi phone" no where near the vehicle, right ?
I am a little confused as you have a 2007 S8, and I have a 2005 A8l W12 with the phone plate in the console to which the phone cradle attaches, and then the Audi phone would slip into the cradle, I then have a factory Bluetooth module under the drivers side floor board, I do not have the Audi phone at all, yet many of my cell phones have paired with the Audi, even my 2004 A8l without the Bluetooth module and OnStar still would allow many cell phones to connect through the "Bluetooth Cradle", does your car have the removable cradle that snaps into place, if not I am beginning to think you have one of the systems that is talked about in the link, which I find odd as you have a 2007, although they are talking about a UK 2006 in the link.
http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/forum/s...ng-crazy/page4
Johnny J J
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