Spearheading the TT line, the RS version is a real racing car driven by an extraordinary 5-cylinder engine. It is of course in multimedia system that we were interested, but we must recognize that between the pleasure of hearing the engine roar and the pleasure of listening to the Bose system to 12 horsepower, the choice was very hard! If in hi-fi, the TT RS remains very well equipped, multimedia is it optional!
A good sound system, a multimedia unit but overpriced!
Originally, the TT RS Roadster has a fairly conventional RDS receiver laser with steering wheel controls. This source may be supplemented by a few options such as a connection for iPod or phone preparation. Multimedia systems are optional, and unfortunately at exorbitant rates for a car to nearly 60,000 Euros. However, the Bose audio system is itself signed a standard feature. Well done and well integrated, it saves the day, but the bill has the multimedia system still struggling to pass. Audi MMI system offers two options: a combined browser and a simple browser combined with DVD-ROM. Our tester was equipped roadster of this model. Before going into details, note that the TT RS is protected by a GPS tracker in addition to its electronic immobilizer.
Benefits: a hi-fi to 12 HP with a center lane
Let's start with the MMI multimedia system. There is a large unit in the center of the center console. This handset MMI incorporates a 6.5-inch screen, providing a good visual comfort. Damage cons it is not tactile, today is still a must! No remote control system near the gearbox, the rotary knob and 4 buttons are built into the CPU to the right of the screen. The facade of the station is motorized to allow insertion of the DVD-ROM navigation. This includes European mapping in 3D with a vast library of POIs. The browser also has a TMC receiver to navigate, taking into account the real-time traffic. The DVD-Rom can also play CDs, but it can not be used for music while navigating. Our MMI system was therefore complemented by a 6-CD changer located in glove box. This is charged at 450 Euros, a really high price because an aftermarket changer plays DVDs and DivX at this price.
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| The source MMI uses a browser to DVD-Rom with TMC |
But back to our car. Behind the motor, there are also two SD memory card readers to read music MP3 playlist manager. The unit is also equipped with a dual tuner RDS to ensure perfect FM reception. Finally, this unit also has an auxiliary mini-jack located on the central tunnel. It will connect the headphone output of any MP3 player. It should be noted that this MMI system has a remote display in the counter block to give the basic information of the multimedia system (radio, navigation pictograms direction, ...). This MMI is charged 2500 Euros, and that is frankly outrageous. Audi Our tester was also equipped with a voice command button on the steering wheel for making phone (compatible with select GSM only). This system is not included in the MMI and is optional!
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| The source is supplemented by a 6-CD changer |
Many other elements are optional. One can retain Audi Music interface for receiving a USB port and an iPod control. Unfortunately, this is not compatible with the CD changer. In addition, the iPod control is not even compatible with the latest generation of Apple music players. Audi also offers a TV tuner, but at 1220 Euros, it must be gold because the market for the aftermarket, a very good tuner costing 400 Euros. In short, Audi offers a number of solution for a fairly complete MMI, but the prices were too high. For cons, the German brand is the total dead on the DVD video playback. Admittedly, it does not look a film while driving poses to relax in, a DVD player is always appreciated.
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| Behind the motor, it has 2 SD readers to read MP3 music |
Turning now to the audio system, which is standard and is quite well designed. This is a Bose system with 12 speakers 8-channel amplifier with 255 Watts. The front channels are equipped with a three-way. The tweeters are placed at the ends of the dashboard, while the midrange and woofers are installed in doors. Behind the seats in the bulkhead separating the passenger compartment of the chest has a separate 2-way kit. Rarer in the center of the dashboard, the TT RS is equipped with a center lane. The last speaker is a subwoofer. Note that the amplifier is set to the sound of the cockpit and has a dynamic compensation of ambient noise.
Discover and use: effective, but lacks the benefits!
Before going into the play, let's consider ergonomics. A touch screen would have been much more convenient. But failing that, the rotary control built into the car for us is much more convenient than ordering systems placed near the gear lever. The Audi fall more naturally under the hand reaching out to the car. The knob is accompanied by 4 action buttons for functions, as indicated in the 4 corners of the screen (source, setting her ...). In absolute terms, the system is quite handy for the audio portion. Eg radio, turn the dial to display the desired radio station and is validated by pressing the rotary control. For managing music files in an SD card is the same principle. In absolute terms, it is quite intuitive and quick to take charge, even if used by touch screens, we tend to want to touch on the screen.
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| Managing playlists is easy to drive SD |
In contrast, the use of GPS, and more particularly to enter a destination, this system is not practical. The letters are placed in a circle, and we must turn the knob and then confirm. When we got into the habit of touch screens, found it far too long. A strength, we end up taking the habit, but the interface is not as convenient as that of browsers aftermarket portable or stationary. For other navigation features, the settings are standard and fairly easy to use. It is unfortunate that the Roadster cons can not receive a voice command to the GPS as the coupe version.
An effective system, but lacks features!
In use, the browser shows quick calculations, and displays a 3D mapping qualitative and readable. This is not the best we've seen, but she did fine. From a guidance perspective, nothing to say, the system is efficient and accurate. We appreciate the resumption of indications in the small monochrome display between the two counters. TMC information is accurate enough, and the browser has all the classic features. By cons, for a system of this price, we would have liked the new features like Live Services PND (radars, real-time weather for example), Text-To-Speech, the wizard of lanes, overall ... The system is efficient, but not modern enough in relation to new features, especially at this price.
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| Overall, the browser is powerful, but not modern enough |
For part radio, the FM tuner offers excellent reception quality. The presentation of radio as a list is quite handy. There is even the Radio-Text, but it is a pity he does not complete the name of music played. The SD slot provides the files and MP3 files with titles carefree. Damage cons, it does not read the photos or videos, while the radio has a nice screen. Apart from this detail, MP3 playlist management is done very easily. As mentioned in the introduction, use the changer to play a CD, because the navigation mode, the DVD-ROM can not be removed from the source: a little outdated as the system today. But it could have been forgivable if the changer was taking the video DVD. In fact, the main drawback of this MMI system is its lack of modern features: no audio / video input, no iPod control, no touch screen, no DVD playback, no simple and convenient Bluetooth (preparation phone that fitted this car requires an optional stand is compatible with GSM only some) ... The auxiliary input lets you connect the headphones of an iPod, but it requires to handle the iPod if you want to change music: not really advise driving a sports car over 300 hp). In contrast, the TT RS is catching up with Bose audio system.
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| The Bose system is more efficient |
While several manufacturers have over their system with Bose audio, this is not the case in the Audi TT RS. It is certainly not at the high end audiophile equipment that can be seen in aftermarket, but it is still well above the lot for a series of installation. Moreover, it is really well integrated into the car. Overall, the amp has good dynamic and allows you to listen hard to have fun. Better be careful not to push it a little distortion appears (that's logical enough), but most doors are not sufficiently soundproofed. A very high volume of music with rich grave, some parasitize the sound vibrations. Bass is rather well kept, including techno, and its provenance is not localizable. Overall, listening provides a sound image with a well in the front soundstage and fairly high. The center channel offers significantly tuned.
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| An integrated center channel in the center of the dashboard brings a lot to the sound image |
The sound is good for its width and height, but it lacks a little depth, especially on very busy in music instruments. Overall, the installation Bose stamp proves pleasant and well every day, but it lacks a little finesse and venting in the midrange. Well, this will upset most demanding music lovers. And it feels like more than listening to high volume moderate. To nitpick a bit, the TT RS has a beautiful interior finish with aluminum accessories, as we would have liked grids HP more beautiful (small aluminum strapping for example).
In conclusion:
From a listening standpoint, the Bose system is rather nice and fully satisfy the majority. Our main criticism of the audio, the lack of finesse and lack of soundproofing in the door. Things can be improved with aftermarket soundproofing type Plain Chant and why not by changing the tweeters. However, the source MMI us a lot less satisfied. It works well overall, but the lack of benefits is not acceptable at this price. Of course, the missing features (touchscreen, iPod control) are not essential, but it would have been acceptable if the source was available at a much lower price. For information, Double Din high-end brands in Japan offers 10 times better for a price hovering around 1200 Euros.
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| Very convenient, small monochrome display provides the basic information source MMI |
The same preparation phone is not worth a great Bluetooth headset compatible with all phones. In addition, this system requires support Audi to choose according to some phones. Today, with a good Parrot Bluetooth, the phone remains in your pocket, so no need for this system works! In short, overall the facility is nice, but a little outdated (browser DVD-ROM, no touch, no video), and especially much too expensive, especially on a car costing around 60,000 euros. Anyway, the MMI system has the advantage of being fully integrated into the dashboard, providing a remote display in the counter blocks. And anyway, there are interfaces OEM (Mobridge, Nav TV Paser) on the market for aftermarket upgrade the facility and add the missing features. To conclude this essay, a photo gallery allows you to explore in detail the Audi TT RS Roadster.
Specifications:
- 6.5-inch color screen
- Twin Tuner RDS
- Two SD card readers
- An auxiliary input minijack
- DVD-ROM CD MP3 compatible
- Browser: Europe maps, 3D, TMC
- 6 CD Changer
- Voice dialing with phone preparation
- Bose 8-channel Amplifier: 255 Watts
- HP before: Kit 3 separate ways
- HP Rear Kit 2 separate channels
- Way Central
- Subwoofer
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