The Audi Navigation Plus is a DVD based navigation system which became available as an option on US MY2005 or 2005.5 and onward A3/A4 automobiles. The A6 and A8 also use a similar built in MMI system which is basically the same as the RNS-E. First released in Europe in the earlier platform cars, the RNS-E is the successor to the older RNS-D, and the CD based Navigation Plus, which was only available in Europe and the US Audi Navigation found in TT's, S4's, A6's, and A8 model line cars.
The current Audi Navigation Plus utilizes a user friendly design and is a complete OEM option. It offers the user with a DVD navigation interface with the ability to play DVD maps and audio CD's. Another popular and unique feature on the RNS-E is the SD card bays located behind the motorized LCD screen. The SD card slots, otherwise known as secure digital, provide the operator to save hundreds or even thousands of MP3 files for immediate playback which can also be categorized in folders and sub folders for easy selection and organization. Artist and track names can be easily displayed on the DIS (Driver Information Display) located in your gauge cluster between tachometer and speedometer. You can set ID Tags to your personal preference even if you wish.
The navigation itself operates off of a single NavTeq DVD map which covers all of the continental US and Canada as well as Alaska and Hawaii. It allows for the option of the OEM glove box mounted 6 disc CD changer, Audi Phatbox, and with proper connections, even your Apple iPod. This does not however limit you to just those options. Video game systems, DVD players, and various other audi video equipment is still an option when working with the system. This unit can be retrofitted for direct plug and play if your car is already equipped with the Symphony II head unit with Bose or non-Bose audio system.
A3 A4 A6 shown above (in order)
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