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EnglishEntertainment for your BMW 7 Series 2008-2014
Entertainment
The chapter helps assure your enjoyment when
receiving radio and television stations and playing
CDs, DVDs and tracks from the music collection.
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Tone
General information
Equalizer*
The sound settings are stored for the remote
control currently in use.
Setting for individual audio frequency ranges.
Adjusting the equalizer
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
Treble, bass, balance, and
fader
3. "Equalizer"
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"Treble": treble adjustment.
4. Select the desired setting.
"Bass": depth adjustment.
"Balance": left/right volume distribution.
"Fader": front/rear volume distribution.
Setting treble, bass, balance, and fader
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
5. To adjust: turn the controller.
6. To store: press the controller.
Multi-channel playback,
surround*
Choosebetweenstereoandmulti-channelplay‐
back, surround.
3. Select the desired tone settings.
Setting multi-channel playback,
surround
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
3. "Surround"
4. To adjust: turn the controller.
5. To store: press the controller.
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When surround is activated, multi-channel play‐
back is simulated when a stereo audio track is
played.
Opening the tone settings in
the Options menu*
1. "CD/Multimedia" or "Radio"
2. If necessary, select additional entries, for ex‐
ample, "FM" or "CD/DVD".
Volume
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"Speed volume": speed-dependent volume
control.
3. Open "Options".
4. "Tone"
"PDC": volume of the PDC signal* com‐
pared to the entertainment sound output.
5. Set the desired tone.
"Gong": volume of the signal, such as the
safety belt reminder, compared to the en‐
tertainment sound output.
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"Microphone": volume of the microphone*
during a phone call.
"Loudspeak.": volume of the loudspeakers*
during a phone call.
The following volumes are only stored for the
respective paired telephone: "Microphone",
"Loudspeak.".
Adjusting the volume
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
3. "Volume settings"
4. Select the desired volume setting.
5. To adjust: turn the controller.
6. To store: press the controller.
Resetting the tone settings
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
3. "Reset"
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Radio
3. Select the desired station.
Controls
All saved stations are stored for the remote con‐
trol currently in use.
1
2
3
4
5
Change entertainment sources
Change station/track
Programmable memory buttons
Volume, on/off
Changing the station via the button
Press the button.
Change wave band
Storing a station
1. "Radio"
Sound output
2. "FM" or "AM"
Switching on/off
When the ignition is switched off: press ON/OFF
button on the radio.
3. Highlight the desired station.
Muting
When the ignition is switched on or the engine
is running: press the ON/OFF button on the
radio.
AM/FM station
4. Press the controller for an extended period.
5. Select the desired memory location.
Selecting a station
1. "Radio"
The stations are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
2. "FM" or "AM"
The stations can also be stored on the program‐
mable memory buttons, refer to page 23.
Selecting a station manually
Station selection via the frequency.
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HD Radio™ technology manufactured under li‐
cense from iBiquity Digital Corp. U. S. and For‐
eign Patents. HD Radio™ and the HD and HD
Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiq‐
uity Digital Corp.
1. "Radio"
2. "FM" or "AM"
3. "Manual"
4. To select the frequency: turn the controller.
Activating/deactivating digital radio
reception
1. "Radio"
2. "FM" or "AM"
3. Open "Options".
4. "HD Radio Reception"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
To store the station: press the controller for an
extended period.
This symbol is displayed in the status line
when the audio signal is digital.
In areas in which the station is not continuously
received in digital mode, the playback switches
between analog and digital reception. Due to
time delayed broadcasting, there may be repe‐
titions or interruptions. In this case, switch off
digital radio reception.
RDS*
RDS broadcasts additional information, such as
the station name, in the FM wave band. When
playing a station with multiple frequencies, the
system automatically switches to the frequency
with the best reception, if needed.
Displaying additional information
Switching the RDS on/off
1. "Radio"
Some stations broadcast additional information
on the current track, such as the name of the ar‐
tist.
2. "FM"
3. Open "Options".
4. "RDS"
1. Select the desired station.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Station info"
Selecting a substation
This symbol indicates that a main station also
broadcasts additional substations. The station
name of the main station ends in HD1. Station
names of the substations end in HD2, HD3, etc.
1. Select the desired station.
2. Press the controller.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
3. Select the substation.
When reception is poor, the substation is muted
for several seconds. If reception is interrupted
for an extended period, it switches back to the
main station.
HD Radio™ reception*
Many stations broadcast both analog and digital
signals.
License conditions
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Managing a subscription
Weather Band*
To be able to enable or unsubscribe from the
channels, you must have reception. It is usually
at its best when you have an unobstructed view
of the sky. The channel name is displayed in the
status line.
General information
The availability of the Weather Band and the
number of available channels can vary depend‐
ing on the region.
Enabling channels
The Unsubscribed Channels category contains
all disabled channels.
Switching on the Weather Band
1. "Radio"
2. "Weather band"
1. "Radio"
3. Select the desired channel.
2. "Satellite radio"
Additional information
3.
"Category"
Weather Band is a service of the National Oce‐
anic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Additional information on the Internet:
Satellite radio*
General information
The channels are offered in predefined pack‐
ages. The packages must be enabled by tele‐
phone.
4. Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate‐
gory.
5. Select the desired channel.
The phone number and an electronic serial
number, ESN, are displayed.
Navigation bar overview
Symbol
Function
6. Select the phone number to have the chan‐
nel enabled.
Change the list view.
Select the category.
Direct channel entry
Timeshift
Open the My Favorites category/
open a favorite.
Manage the favorites.
Traffic Jump
You can unsubscribe from the channels again
via this phone number.
The functions of the navigation bar symbols can
also be stored on the programmable memory
buttons, refer to page 23.
Unsubscribing from channels
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
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3. Open "Options".
Via direct channel entry
1. "Radio"
4. "Manage subscription"
2. "Satellite radio"
3.
"Set channel"
4. Turn the controller until the desired channel
is reached and press the controller.
Storing a channel
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3. If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.
5. The phone number and an electronic serial
number, ESN, are displayed.
4. Select the desired channel.
5. Press the controller again.
6. Call Sirius to unsubscribe from the chan‐
nels.
6. Press the controller again to confirm the
highlighted channel.
Selecting channels
You can only listen to enabled channels.
The selected channel is stored for the remote
control currently in use.
Via iDrive
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3. Select "All channels" or the desired cate‐
gory.
7. Select the desired memory location.
4. Select the desired channel.
The channels are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
The channels can also be stored on the pro‐
grammable memory buttons, refer to page 23.
Changing the list view
The list view changes every time the first symbol
on the navigation bar is pressed.
Information on the channel is displayed.
Symbol
Meaning
Channel name
Artist
Via the buttons on the center console
Press the button.
The next channel is selected.
Track
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Selecting a category
1. "Radio"
Symbol Function
Fast forward
2. "Satellite radio"
Reverse
3.
"Category"
Automatic timeshift deactivated/ac‐
tivated
4. Select the desired category.
Timeshift
Approx. one hour of the program being broad‐
cast on the channel currently being listened to
isstoredinabuffer. Prerequisite:thesignalmust
be available.
Automatic timeshift
When the function is activated, audio playback
is stopped automatically in the event of:
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Incoming and outgoing telephone calls.
Activation of the voice activation system.
Muting.
The stored audio track can be played with a de‐
lay following the live broadcast. When the buffer
is full, the older tracks are overwritten. The buf‐
fer is cleared when a new channel is selected.
The audio playback then continues with a time
delay.
Opening the timeshift function
1. "Radio"
To activate:
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3.
"Replay - Time shift"
3.
4.
"Replay - Time shift"
"Automatic time shift"
To deactivate:
"Automatic time shift".
Storing favorites
Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites
list. Available favorites are artist, track, game,
league, and team.
Storing the artist, track, or game
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The red arrow shows the current playback
position.
It is only possible to store favorites that are cur‐
rently being broadcast. The channel information
must be available.
The time difference to the live broadcast is
displayed next to the buffer bar.
1. "Radio"
For live transmissions: "live".
2. "Satellite radio"
Timeshift menu
3. If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.
Symbol Function
4. Select the desired channel.
5. Press the controller again.
6. Select the artist, track, or game.
Go to the live broadcast
Playback/pause
Next track
Previous track
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Storing the league or team
1. "Satellite radio"
Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites
from a selection list.
2.
"Manage favorites"
3. Select "Activate alert" or the desired favor‐
ites.
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
3.
"Manage favorites"
4. "Add sports information"
Deleting favorites
1. "Satellite radio"
2.
"Manage favorites"
3. Highlight the desired favorite.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Delete entry"
Traffic Jump
Traffic and weather information for a selected
region is broadcast every few minutes.
5. Select the league.
6. Select "Add all teams" or the desired team.
Selecting a region
1. "Radio"
Opening the favorites
If an activated favorite is played back, the fol‐
lowing message appears for approx. 20 sec‐
onds: "Favorite alert!".
2. "Satellite radio"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Set jump"
"Favorites"
5. Select the desired region.
Select the symbol while the message is shown.
The region is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Activating/deactivating the jump
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3.
"Jump to:"
Information for the selected region is broadcast
as soon as it is available.
The displayed favorite is played.
A new panel opens.
If there is no message, the system changes to
the My Favorites category. All favorites currently
being broadcast can be selected from a list.
Canceling the Traffic Jump: "Cancel".
Symbol Meaning
Information will be broadcast shortly.
Managing the favorites
Information is currently being broad‐
cast.
Activating/deactivating the favorites
Favorites can be activated and deactivated
globally and individually.
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Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic
Jump.
3. "Store station"
Automatic update
About twice a year, Sirius performs an update of
the channel names and positions. The update
takes place automatically and may take several
minutes.
Notes
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Reception may not be available in some sit‐
uations, such as under certain environmen‐
tal or topographic conditions. The satellite
radio has no influence on this.
4. Select the desired memory location.
The list of stored stations is stored for the re‐
mote control currently in use.
The stations can also be stored on the program‐
mable memory buttons, refer to page 23.
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The signal may not be available in tunnels or
underground garages next to tall buildings
or near trees, mountains or other powerful
sources of radio interference.
Deleting a station
1. "Radio"
2. "Presets"
Stored stations
3. Select the desired station.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Delete entry"
General information
It is possible to store up to 40 stations.
Calling up a station
1. "Radio"
2. "Presets"
3. Select the desired station.
Storing a station
The station currently selected is stored.
1. "Radio"
2. "Presets"
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CD/multimedia
Starting playback
A CD/DVD is located in the CD/DVD player or
DVD changer*.
Controls
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
3. Select the desired CD or DVD.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Change the entertainment source
CD/DVD* drive
Eject CD/DVD
Change station/track
Programmable memory buttons
Volume, on/off
Symbol
...
Meaning
CD/DVD* player
DVD changer*
CD/DVD player, rear*
Sound output
Switching on/off
When the ignition is switched off: press ON/OFF
button on the radio.
Playable formats
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DVD: DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-
RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD
audio (video part only), DVD video*.
Muting
When the ignition is switched on or the engine
is running: press the ON/OFF button on the
radio.
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CD: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA,
VCD*, SVCD*.
Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC*,
M4A*.
CD/DVD*
Audio playback
Playback
Selecting the track using the button
Filling the CD/DVD* player
Insert the CD/DVD with the printed side up.
Playback begins automatically.
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired track is played.
Reading can take a few minutes with com‐
pressed audio files.
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Selecting a track via iDrive
Audio CDs
Displaying information on the track
If information about a track has been stored, it is
displayed automatically:
Select the desired track to begin playback.
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Interpret.
Album track.
CDs/DVDs* with compressed audio files
Number of tracks on the CD/DVD*.
File name of track.
Depending on the data, some letters and num‐
bers of the CD/DVD may not be displayed cor‐
rectly.
Random playback
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
1. Select the directory if necessary.
To change to a higher level directory: move
the controller to the left.
3. Select the desired CD or DVD*.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Random"
2. Select the desired track to begin playback.
CDs/DVDs* with compressed audio files: All
tracks in the selected directory are played in
random order.
Random mode is switched off when the audio
source is changed and the ignition is switched
off.
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the button.
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3. Select a DVD with video content.
4. "DVD menu"
Automatic repeat*
The selected CDs or DVDs are repeated auto‐
matically.
Video playback*
Country codes
Only DVDs with the code of the home region can
be played back; also refer to the information on
the DVD.
Code Region
1
2
USA, Canada
VCD/SVCD
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
Japan, Europe, Middle East, South Af‐
rica
3. Select a CD with video content.
3
4
Southeast Asia
4.
"Select track"
Australia, Central and South America,
New Zealand
5. Select the desired track.
5
6
0
Northwest Asia, North Africa
Video menu
To open the video menu: turn the controller dur‐
ing playback.
China
All regions
Press the controller when "Back" is displayed.
Symbol
Function
Playback
Open the DVD menu.
Start playback.
Pause
The video image is displayed on the front Con‐
trol Display up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/
h; in some countries, it is only displayed if the
parking brake is set or if the automatic trans‐
mission is in position P.
Stop
DVD video
Next chapter
Previous chapter
Fast forward
Reverse
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases ev‐
ery time the controller is pressed. To stop, start
playback.
DVD menu
1. If necessary, turn the controller to open the
video menu.
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2.
"DVD menu"
3. "Subtitles"
The DVD menu is displayed. The display de‐
pends on the contents of the DVD.
4. Select the desired language or "Do not
display subtitles".
3. To select menu items: move the controller
and press it.
To change to the video menu: turn the controller
and press it.
DVD/VCD settings
For some DVDs, settings can only be made via
the DVD menu; refer also to the information on
the DVD.
Setting the brightness, contrast and color
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
Selecting the language*
The languages that are available depend on the
DVD.
3. "Display settings"
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
4. "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color"
3. "Audio/language"
5. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
4. Select the desired language.
Selecting the zoom
Selecting the subtitles*
Display the video image on the entire screen.
The subtitles that are available depend on the
DVD.
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
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3. "Additional options"
4. "Zoom mode"
DVD changer*
Above the glove compartment
Selecting a track
Press the button.
DVD video:
The cover opens automatically.
To close: press the cover closed.
1. Turn the controller when the DVD menu is
displayed.
Controls and displays
2. Open "Options".
3. "Additional options"
4. "Select title"
5. Select the desired track.
VCD/SVCD:
1.
"Select track"
2. Select the desired track.
Selecting the camera angle*
1
2
3
4
5
Empty DVD compartments
LED on DVD slot
The availability of a different camera angle de‐
pends on the DVD and the current DVD track.
Buttons for DVD compartments
DVD slot
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
Fill DVD compartments
3. "Additional options"
4. "Viewing angle"
Filling the DVD compartments
individually
5. Select the desired camera angle.
1.
Press the button.
Opening the main menu, back
The LED on the first empty compartment
flashes.
These functions are not contained on every
DVD. Therefore, they may not be available for
use.
2. Select another compartment if necessary.
3. Wait for the LEDs on the DVD slot to flash.
4. Insert a single CD or DVD in the middle.
The CD/DVD is drawn in automatically and
placed into the selected compartment.
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Sliding in CDs/DVDs
To eliminate the malfunction:
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged.
1. Press one of the buttons:
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Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.◀
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The CD/DVD last inserted is ejected.
2. Remove the CD/DVD.
Filling all empty DVD compartments
The DVD changer is functional again after the
LEDs stop flashing rapidly.
1.
Hold the button down.
The LEDs on the empty CD compartments
flash.
Audio playback*
The audio track of a DVD can be played back
even if video playback is not possible in the ve‐
hicle.
2. Wait for the LEDs on the DVD slot to begin
flashing and then insert each CD or DVD into
the center of the slot.
Only the main film without the previews or extras
can be played back.
The CDs/DVDs are drawn in automatically
and placed into the vacant compartments.
Starting playback
Sliding in CDs/DVDs
A DVD is located in the DVD changer.
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.◀
3. Select the desired DVD.
Selecting a chapter using the button
After they are inserted, it may take several mi‐
nutes for the CDs/DVDs to be read in.
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired chapter is played.
Removing a single CD/DVD
Selecting a chapter using iDrive
1. "CD/Multimedia"
1.
Press the button.
2. "CD/DVD"
2. Select the DVD compartment.
The CD/DVD is partially ejected.
3. Remove the CD/DVD.
3. Select the desired DVD.
4. Select the desired chapter.
Fast forward/reverse
Removing all CDs/DVDs
Press and hold the button.
1.
Hold the button down.
2. Remove the CDs/DVDs.
Selecting the language*
Malfunctions
If all LEDs on the DVD changer are flashing rap‐
idly, a malfunction has occurred.
The languages that are available depend on the
DVD.
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Humidity
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
High levels of humidity can lead to condensation
on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens, and
temporarily prevent playback.
3. Select the desired DVD.
4. Open "Options".
Malfunctions involving individual CDs/
DVDs
5. "Audio/language"
6. Select the desired language.
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes:
Notes
CD/DVD player and changer
Home-recorded CDs/DVDs
Do not remove the cover
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Possible reasons for malfunctions with
home-recorded CDs/DVDs are inconsistent
data creation or recording processes, or
poor quality or old age of the blank CD/DVD.
BMW CD/DVD players and changers are
officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do
not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise,
severe eye damage may occur.◀
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Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with
a pen intended for this purpose.
CDs and DVDs
Use of CDs/DVDs
Damage
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Do not use self-recorded CDs/DVDs
with labels applied, as these can be‐
come detached during playback due
to heat buildup and can cause irrepar‐
able damage to the device.
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Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and
moisture.
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Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.
Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures
over 122 ℉/50 ℃, high humidity or direct
sunlight.
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Only use round CDs/DVDs with a standard
diameter of 4.7 in/12 cm and do not play
CDs/DVDs with an adapter, e.g., single CDs;
otherwise, the CDs or the adapter may jam
and no longer eject.
CDs/DVDs with copy protection
CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy pro‐
tection feature by the manufacturer. This can
mean that some CDs/DVDs cannot be played or
can only be played to a limited extent.
Do not use combined CDs/DVDs, e.g., DVD
Plus, as the CDs/DVDs can jam and will no
longer eject.◀
MACROVISION
General malfunctions
This product contains copyrighted technology
that is based on multiple registered US patents
and the intellectual property of the Macrovision
Corporation and other manufacturers. The use
of this copy protection must be approved by
Macrovision. Media protected by this product -
unless otherwise agreed with Macrovision - may
only be used for private purposes. Copying of
this technology is prohibited.
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CD/DVD changers and players have been
optimized for performance in vehicles. In
some instances they may be more sensitive
to faulty CDs/DVDs than stationary devices
would be.
▷
If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check
whether it has been inserted correctly.
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more of the following U.S. Patents: #5,987,525;
#6,061,680; #6,154,773, #6,161,132,
DTS Digital Surround™
Manufactured under license under U.S.
Patent Numbers: 5,451,942;
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and other patents granted and registered in the
USA and worldwide. DTS and the logo are reg‐
istered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and
the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc. ©
DTS, Inc. All rights reserved.
#6,330,593, and other patents issued or pend‐
ing. Some services supplied under license from
Open Globe, Inc. for U.S. Patent: #6,304,523.
Storing from a CD/DVD
1. Insert a CD or DVD into the CD/DVD player.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
Music collection*
Storing music
3. "CD/DVD"
4.
Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player.
5. "Store in vehicle"
General information
Music tracks from CDs/DVDs and USB devices
can be stored in the music collection on a hard
disc in the vehicle and played from there.
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Audio CD: tracks are converted into a com‐
pressed audio format. If available, informa‐
tion on the album, such as the artist, is
stored as well.
CD/DVD or USB device with compressed
audio files: the entire content of the CD/DVD
or the USB device is stored in the vehicle as
an album. The WMA, MP3, M4A*, and
AAC* formats are stored. Individual tracks
and directories can be deleted later, Delet‐
ing a track and directory, refer to page 189.
The music collection is displayed and the first
track of the CD/DVD is played back. During the
storage process, the tracks are played in se‐
quence.
Observe the following during the storage proc‐
ess:
Tracks with DRM copy protection can be
stored but cannot be played back.
Do not switch to the CD/DVD player and do not
remove the CD/DVD from the CD/DVD player as
this will interrupt the storage process. You can
switch to the other audio sources without inter‐
rupting the storage process. Tracks from the
current CD/DVD that have already been stored
can be called up.
Backing up music data
Regularly back up the music data; other‐
wise, it could be lost if there is a fault on the hard
disk.◀
Music recognition technology and re‐
lated data are provided by Gracenote®.
Gracenote is the industry standard in music rec‐
ognition technology and related content deliv‐
ery. For more information, please visit
Interrupting storage
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc.,
copyright © 2000-2009 Gracenote. Gracenote
Software, copyright © 2000-2009 Gracenote.
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3. "Storing..."
1. Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐
face in the glove compartment, refer to
page 138.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
3. "Music collection"
4. Open "Options".
5. "Music data import/export"
6. "Import music (USB)"
4. "Cancel storing"
The storage process is interrupted and can be
continued at any time.
Continuing the storage process
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
3.
Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player.
4. "Continue storing"
Playing music
Music search
All tracks for which additional information has
been stored can be accessed by the music
search. Tracks without additional information
can be called up via the corresponding album,
refer to page 188.
Storage of the CD/DVD continues at the begin‐
ning of the track at which storage was inter‐
rupted.
Album information
During storage, information such as the name of
the artist is stored with the track, if this informa‐
tion is available in the vehicle database or on the
CD.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. "Music search"
To update the database, contact your service
center.
Storing from a USB device
To store music, a suitable device must be con‐
nected to the USB interface in the glove com‐
partment.
▷
Suitable devices: USB mass storage devi‐
ces, suchasUSBflashdrivesorMP3players
with a USB interface.
▷
Unsuitable devices: USB hard drives, USB
hubs, USB memory card readers with mul‐
tiple inserts, Apple iPod/iPhone. Music from
the Apple iPod/iPhone can be played via the
USB audio interface in the center armrest.
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4. Select the desired category.
Current playback
The list of tracks that was generated last by the
music search, or the album that was selected
last.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. "Current playback"
5. Select the desired entry:
▷
Select "A-Z search", refer to page 24,
and input the desired entry.
▷
Select the desired entry from the list.
6. Select other categories if you wish.
The tracks found are listed in alphabetical
order.
4. Select the desired track, if necessary.
Not all categories need to be selected. For
example, to search for all tracks by a certain
artist, call up that artist only. All of the tracks
by that artist are then displayed.
Top 50
The 50 most frequently played tracks.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
7. "Start play"
2. "Music collection"
3. "Top 50"
The list of tracks is repeated automatically.
Restarting the music search
4. Select the desired track, if necessary.
"New search"
Albums
Music search using spoken instructions*
All stored albums, listed in order of their storage
dates.
Instructions for the voice activation system, re‐
fer to page 25.
Symbol
Format
Audio CD
1.
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
Compressed audio files
2. ›Music search‹
3. Open the desired category, e.g., ›Select
artist‹.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Select the desired album.
4. Say the desired entry in the list.
5. Select other categories if you wish.
To select a track directly: ›Title ...‹.
Depending on the album, the tracks or the
subdirectories of the album are displayed.
Say the voice command and the name of the
desired track in a single command.
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The first track is played automatically, if pos‐
sible.
3. Highlight the desired album.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Rename album"
4. Change directories if needed to select
tracks.
6. Select the letters individually.
To go up a level in the directory: move the
controller to the left.
Deleting an album
An album cannot be deleted while a track from
that album is being played.
Random playback
All tracks of the selection are played back in ran‐
dom order.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Highlight the desired album.
4. Open "Options".
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Random"
5. "Delete album"
Deleting a track and directory
A track cannot be deleted while it is being
played.
A directory cannot be deleted while a track from
that directory is being played.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Highlight the directory or track.
4. Open "Options".
Managing music
Albums
5. "Delete folder" or "Delete track"
Free memory capacity
Display the free memory capacity in the music
collection.
Renaming an album*
The name of the album, if available, is automat‐
ically entered when the album is stored. If the
name is not available, it can be changed later if
desired.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Free memory"
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
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4. "Music data import/export"
5. "Restore music from USB"
Music collection
Backing up the music collection
The entire music collection can be stored on a
USB device. Make sure there is enough free
memory capacity on the USB device.
Deleting the music collection
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
Depending on the number of tracks, backing up
the music collection may take several hours.
Therefore, it is best to perform the backup dur‐
ing a long trip.
3. Open "Options".
4. "Delete music collection"
1. Starting the engine.
External devices
2. Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐
face in the glove compartment.
At a glance
3. "CD/Multimedia"
Symbol Meaning
AUX-IN port
4. "Music collection"
5. Open "Options".
6. "Music data import/export"
USB audio interface*
Mobile phone audio interface*
Bluetooth audio*
Rear AUX-IN port* on the left
Rear AUX-IN port* on the right
AUX-IN port
At a glance
7. "Backup music on USB"
▷
For connecting audio devices, e.g., MP3
player. The sound is output on the vehicle
loudspeakers.
▷
Recommendation: use medium tone and
volume settings on the audio device. The
tone depends on the quality of the audio
files.
Storing the music collection in the vehicle
When storing from the USB device, the existing
music collection in the vehicle is replaced.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Open "Options".
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Connecting
USB audio interface*/mobile phone
audio interface*
At a glance
It is possible to connect external audio devices.
They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Connectors for external devices
▷
Connection via USB audio interface: Apple
iPod/iPhone, USB devices, e.g., MP3 play‐
ers, USB flash drives, or mobile phones that
are supported by the USB audio interface.
The AUX-IN port is in the center armrest.
Connect the headphones or line-out connector
of the device to the jack plug.
▷
Connectionviasnap-inadapterwhenequip‐
ped with extended connectivity of the music
player in the mobile phone: Apple iPhone or
mobile phones.
Playback
1. Connect the audio device, switch it on and
select a track on the audio device.
Due to the large number of different audio devi‐
ces available on the market, it cannot be ensured
that every audio device/mobile phone is opera‐
ble on the vehicle.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
3. If necessary "External devices".
4.
"AUX front"
Ask your service center about suitable audio de‐
vices/mobile phones.
Volume
The volume of the sound output is dependent
on the audio device. If this volume differs mark‐
edly from the volume of the other audio sources,
it is advisable to adjust the volumes.
Audio files
Standard audio files can be played back:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
MP3.
WMA.
Adjusting the volume
WAV (PCM).
1. "CD/Multimedia"
AAC*, M4A*.
2. If necessary "External devices".
Playback lists: M3U, WPL, PLS.
3.
"AUX front"
4. "Volume"
Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via
USB audio interface
5. Turn the controller until the desired volume
is set and press the controller.
The USB audio interface is in the center armrest.
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Connect using a flexible adapter cable.
Copy protection
Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone
to the USB interface.
Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐
agement (DRM) cannot be played.
The Apple iPod/iPhone menu
structure is supported by the
USB audio interface.
Playback
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
Connection of a USB device via the
USB audio interface
3. Select the or
symbol.
The playback starts with the first track.
The USB audio interface is in the center armrest.
On the split screen*, the CD cover for the music
track might be displayed after a few seconds.
Connect using a flexible adapter cable to protect
the USB audio interface and the USB device
against physical damage.
Track search
Connect the USB device to the
USB interface.
Selection is possible via:
▷
▷
Playback lists.
Information: type of music, artist, and, if
available, composer, album, track.
▷
In addition, for USB devices: file directory
and, if available, composer.
After connecting for the first time
Tracks are displayed if they have been saved in
the Latin alphabet.
Information on all music tracks, e.g. artist or type
of music, as well as playback lists are transmit‐
ted into the vehicle. This may take some time,
depending on the USB device and the number
of tracks.
Starting the track search
1. "CD/Multimedia"
During transmission, the tracks can be called up
via the file directory.
2. "External devices"
3. Select the or
4. "Search"
symbol.
Number of tracks
5. Select the desired category, e.g., "Genre" or
"Artist".
Information from up to four USB devices or for
approx. 36,000 tracks can be stored in the ve‐
hicle. If a fifth device is connected or if more than
36,000 tracks are stored, information on exist‐
ing music tracks may be deleted.
All entries are displayed in a list.
▷
Open "A-Z search" and input the de‐
sired entry. When a letter is entered, the
results are filtered using this letter as the
first letter. If multiple letters are entered,
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all results that contain that sequence are
displayed.
3. Open "Options".
4. "Random"
▷
Select the desired entry from the list.
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the button.
Video playback*
At a glance
Video playback via snap-in adapter possible.
They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
6. Select other categories if you wish.
Not all categories need to be selected. For
example, if all of the tracks by a certain artist
are to be displayed, call up that artist only.
All of the tracks by that artist are then dis‐
played.
Playback
The video image is displayed on the front Con‐
trol Display up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/
h; in some countries, it is only displayed if the
parking brake is set or if the automatic trans‐
mission is in position P.
7. "Start play"
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
Restarting a track search
"New search"
3.
4.
Select the symbol.
"Video"
Playback lists
Calling up playback lists.
5. Select the directory if necessary.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
To change to a higher level directory: move
the controller to the left.
6. Select the desired video file to begin play‐
back.
3. Select the or
4. "Playlists"
symbol.
Video menu
Current playback
List of tracks currently being played.
Symbol Function
Next video file
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
Previous video file
3. Select the or
symbol.
Double-click on an icon to play back
previous video file.
4.
"Current playback"
Random playback
The current list of tracks is played back in ran‐
dom order.
Notes
Do not expose the audio device to extreme en‐
vironmental conditions, such as very high tem‐
peratures; refer to the audio device operating
instructions.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
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Depending on the configuration of the audio
files, e.g., bit rates greater than 256 kbit/s, the
files may not play back correctly in each case.
confirmation or visibility; refer to the device
operating instructions.
▷
A number with at least four and a maximum
of 16 digits is defined as the Bluetooth pass‐
key. It is only required once for pairing.
Information on connection
▷
The connected audio device is supplied with
a max. power of 500 mA if supported by the
device. Therefore, do not additionally con‐
nect the device to a socket in the vehicle;
otherwise, playback may be compromised.
Pairing and connecting
Pairing a device
To avoid becoming distracted and posing
an unnecessary hazard both to your own vehi‐
cle's occupants and to other road users, only
pair the device while the vehicle is stationary.◀
▷
▷
Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.
Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB audio interface.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
4. "Add new phone"
▷
▷
Do not connect USB hard drives.
Do not use the USB audio interface to re‐
charge external devices.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐
played.
Bluetooth audio*
At a glance
▷
Musicfilesonexternaldevicessuchasaudio
devices or mobile phones can be played
back via Bluetooth.
Use of a mobile phone as an audio source,
refer to page 213.
▷
▷
The sound is output on the vehicle loud‐
speakers.
The volume of the sound output is depend‐
ent on the device. If necessary, adjust the
volume on the device.
5. Perform additional steps on the device, refer
to the device operating instructions: for in‐
stance, search for or connect the Bluetooth
device or a new device.
▷
Up to four external devices can be paired
with the vehicle.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the device display.
Requirements
6. Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on
the device display.
▷
The device is suitable. Information under
Prompt via iDrive or the device to enter the
same Bluetooth passkey.
▷
▷
▷
The device is ready for operation.
The ignition is switched on.
Bluetooth is activated on the vehicle, refer to
page 213, and on the device.
▷
Bluetooth presettings must be made on the
device, such as for a connection without
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7. Enter the passkey and confirm.
4. Select the desired device from the list of
paired devices.
5. Open "Options".
6. "Configure phone"
7. "Audio"
8. "OK"
Connecting the device
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
8. Select the desired functions with which the
device is to be connected, for instance
"Audio".
4. Select the desired device from the list of
paired devices.
9. "OK"
If pairing was successful, the device is displayed
as connected.
White symbol : the device is active as an audio
source.
White symbol : the device is active as an audio
source.
Playback
If pairing was unsuccessful: What to do if..., refer
to page 196.
General information
▷
▷
▷
The display of music track information de‐
pends on the device.
Connecting a specific device
A device that has already been paired can be
connected as an active audio source.
Operation can takes place on the device or
iDrive.
Playback is interrupted when data is ex‐
changed via a mobile phone connected via
Bluetooth.
Connecting is not possible when data is ex‐
changed via a mobile phone connected via Blue‐
tooth.
Starting playback
Requirements
1. Connect the device.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
3. "External devices"
If necessary, activate the audio connection of
the desired device from the list of paired devi‐
ces.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
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4.
Select the symbol.
Unpairing a device
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
4. Highlight the device that is to be unpaired.
5. Open "Options".
6. "Remove phone from list"
What to do if...
5. Select the desired track from the list, if nec‐
essary.
Information on suitable devices can be found at
Suitable mobile phones, refer to page 212.
The device is not supported by the vehicle.
Playback menu*
Depending on the particular device, some of the
functions may not be available.
▷
Perform a software update*, refer to
page 197, if needed.
Symbol Function
Next track
The device could not be paired or connected.
▷
Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the device
and the vehicle match? Enter the same
passkey on the device and via iDrive.
Fast forward: press and hold the
symbol.
▷
▷
Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter
the passkey? Repeat the pairing procedure.
Previous music track
Reverse: press and hold the symbol.
Are too many Bluetooth devices connected
to the device or vehicle? Delete connections
with other devices if necessary.
Disconnecting the audio connection
1. "CD/Multimedia"
▷
▷
Is the mobile phone in power-save mode or
does it have only a limited remaining battery
life? Charge the mobile phone in the snap-
in adapter or via the charging cable.
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. Highlight the desired device.
4. Open "Options".
Depending on the mobile phone, it is possi‐
ble that only one device can be connected
to the vehicle. Unpair the connected device
from the vehicle and pair and connect only
one device.
5. "Configure phone"
▷
▷
The device no longer reacts? Switch the de‐
vice off and on again.
Repeat the pairing procedure.
Music cannot be played back.
▷
Start the program for playing back music
data on the device and select a track on the
device if necessary.
6. "Audio"
7. "OK"
▷
Switch the radio off and on again.
Music files can only be played back softly.
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▷
Adjust the volume settings on the device.
1. Store the file for the software-update in the
main director of a USB flash drive.
Playback is disturbed when buttons are pressed
or by other messages on the device.
2. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB in‐
terface of the USB audio interface in the
center armrest. An update via the USB in‐
terface in the glove compartment is not pos‐
sible.
▷
Switch off the button tones and other signal
tones on the device.
Playback is interrupted by a telephone call or
traffic bulletin and is not resumed automatically.
3. "Settings"
▷
Switch the radio off and on again.
4. "Software update"
5. "Update software"
Playback is not possible if the mobile phone is
connected both via Bluetooth Audio and via the
extended connectivity of the music player in the
mobile phone*.
▷
Disconnect one of the two connections; for
example, disconnect the audio connection,
refer to page 196, and restart playback.
If all points in this list have been checked and the
required function is still not available, please
contact the hotline or service center.
Software Update*
6. If necessary. "USB".
7. "Start update"
The vehicle supports various external devices
depending on the current software version. With
a software update, the vehicle can support new
cell phones* or new external devices*.
8. "OK"
All listed software updates are installed.
The updating of the software is done via:
Updating software via TeleService*
The software may only be updated when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
▷
USB*.
Updates and related current information is
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. "Settings"
▷
TeleService*.
Existing software can be updated directly via
the vehicle.
3. "Software update"
4. "Update software"
Displaying the current version
The currently installed software is displayed.
5. If necessary "TeleService".
6. If necessary, "Start update".
7. "Start update"
1. "Settings"
2. "Software update"
3. "Show current version"
8. "OK"
All listed software updates are installed.
To interrupt updating: "Cancel".
SelectDesired version* to displayAdditional in‐
formation*.
Restoring the previous version
Updating software via USB*
The software may only be updated when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
If it should become necessary, the software ver‐
sion prior to the last software update can be re‐
stored.
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The previous version may only be restored when
the vehicle is stationary.
Menu navigation
Press the button Function
1. "Settings"
Turn the wheel: adjusts the
volume.
2. "Software update"
3. "Restore previous version"
4. "OK" Double-click.
Press the center knob:
switches the sound on/off.
All listed software updates are removed.
Changes the entertainment
source.
Note
While the software is being updated or a previ‐
ous version is being restoredBMW Assist*, Of‐
fice functions* and the connected devices are
temporarily unavailable. Wait several minutes
for the functions to become available again.
Changes the station, track
or chapter.
Press and hold the button:
fast forward/reverse.
The transmission time of the remote control is
limited by law. To execute a function again,
press or turn the required button again.
Rear audio remote control*
The concept
Replacing the batteries
The rear audio remote control can be used to
control the following audio functions in the front:
No rechargeable batteries
▷
▷
"Radio"
Do not use rechargeable batteries, as
damage may result from the substances in the
batteries.◀
"CD/Multimedia"
The unit is operated in the same manner as the
corresponding buttons on the CD/DVD* player.
In the center armrest in the rear
1. Remove the cover. Press on the cover, ar‐
row 1, and push forward, arrow 2.
2. Insert batteries of the same type.
3. Close the cover.
Storage is possible in a vertical or horizontal po‐
sition in the center armrest.
Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐
ter or to your service center.
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Rear entertainment*
Rear entertainment and screens are switched
on/off.
Controls
After switching off the ignition, the system must
be switched on again.
Screens
Adjusting
Danger of burns when screen is folded out
1
2
3
4
Screen, left
Do not reach behind the screen; other‐
wise, there is the danger of getting burned. The
back of the screen can become very hot.◀
Screen, right
Center armrest, remote control
CD/DVD player
Rear CD/DVD player
▷
▷
To fold out: pull at the bottom edge.
To fold in: press against the bottom edge.
Notes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
CD/DVD slot
▷
▷
▷
Do not cover lower screen edge, since this
is where the sensors and the infrared inter‐
face are installed.
Eject CD/DVD
On/off, right
When loading the rear seats and adjusting
the backrest of the front seat, fold in the
screens.
Headphone connection, right
RCA sockets
Headphone connection, left
On/off, left
When cleaning the screen, follow the care
instructions, refer to page 273.
Switching the system on/off
Press the left or right side of the button
on the CD/DVD player in the rear for the
respective page.
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The transmission time of the remote control is
limited by law. To execute a function again,
press or turn the required button again.
Remote control
In the center armrest in the rear
Replacing the batteries
No rechargeable batteries
Do not use rechargeable batteries, as
damage may result from the substances in the
batteries.◀
Storage is possible in a vertical or horizontal po‐
sition in the center armrest.
Menu navigation
Press the but‐ Function
ton
1. Remove the cover. Press on the cover, ar‐
row 1, and push forward, arrow 2.
Operating concept as for the
front controller.
2. Insert batteries of the same type.
3. Close the cover.
Turn the wheel: highlight a
menu item.
Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐
ter or to your service center.
Press the center knob: con‐
firm the selection.
Pressing arrow keys corre‐
sponds to moving controller:
switching between panels.
Controls
Almost all functions can be operated in the same
manner as they are in the front. Special features
of operating the system in the rear are described
here.
Open the main menu.
Displays the previous menu.
Opens the "Options" menu.
Audio/video playback
Audio
Audio can be played back via rear entertainment
from any source in the vehicle.
Changes the station, track or
chapter.
Press and hold the button:
fast forward/reverse.
Operation is the same as for the front audio play‐
back, refer to page 179.
Adjusts the volume.
Video
Switches the volume adjust‐
ment to the left/right.
Video can be played back in the rear from the
following sources:
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▷
▷
▷
DVD changer*.
Adjusting
The following settings are available:
Rear CD/DVD player.
External device in rear.
▷
▷
"Rear displays"
If a video image is being played back in the rear,
the rear CD/DVD player cannot be selected in
the front.
"Language/Units": language can be set
globally for all screens.
▷
"Tone"
Operation is the same as for the front video play‐
back, refer to page 181.
Options menu
The split screen is not available and there is no
Integrated Owner's Manual.
Radio
When the same radio source is selected in the
front and rear (e.g., FM/AM), the same radio sta‐
tion is played.
Operation is the same as for the front menu op‐
tions, refer to page 21.
Operation is the same as for the front radio, refer
to page 172.
Enabling
CD/multimedia
CD/DVD
When the same audio source (front CD/DVD
player, rear CD/DVD player, DVD changer) is se‐
lected in the front and rear, the same material is
played.
Enabling operation in the rear
Only possible via the iDrive in the front.
1. "Settings"
2. "Allow rear control"
3. Select the desired priority.
Operation is the same as for the front CD/DVD,
refer to page 179.
Notes on CDs/DVDs, refer to page 185.
Music collection*
Music can only be stored and data can only be
exported and imported via the front CD/DVD
player or the USB interface in the glove com‐
partment.
Priority options
When music collections are selected in the front
and rear, they are played back separately.
The driver has priority
Operation is the same as for the front music col‐
lection, refer to page 186.
▷
The source selected via iDrive in the front is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers and can
be selected but not operated from the rear.
Other audio or video sources can be oper‐
ated.
Tone
Only treble and bass can be set in the rear. The
settings are made separately for the left and
right headphones.
▷
▷
Sound can only be output in the rear via
headphones.
Operation is the same as for the front tone, refer
to page 170.
The source that is to be displayed in the rear
can be set via the iDrive in the front.
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To set the source in the rear via the iDrive in the
front:
Headphones, vehicle
loudspeakers
1. "CD/Multimedia" or"Radio"
2. Open "Options".
Connecting the headphones
3. "Select rear source"
Normal headphones
Connect via the jack 1/8"/3.5 mm, refer to
page 199, on the rear CD/DVD player.
4. Select the desired audio or video source.
Same priority
▷
All audio and video sources can be operated
via the iDrive in the front and rear.
Infrared headphones
Connection via the infrared interface on the
lower edge of the screen.
▷
Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Fitting infrared headphones and information on
which headphones are supported can be ob‐
tained from your service center.
▷
Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source selected last via the iDrive in the front
or rear is output via the vehicle loudspeak‐
ers.
When using infrared headphones, ensure that
the connection between the headphones and
the infrared interface is not disrupted:
▷
Do not place an obstacle between the inter‐
face and headphones.
The rear has priority
▷
When the source selected in the rear is
played on headphones, it can be selected
but not operated via iDrive in the front. Other
audio or video sources can be operated.
▷
▷
Do not cover the interface.
Do not scratch the interface.
Fold up display screens for interference-free re‐
ception.
▷
▷
Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Unfavorable light conditions such as bright am‐
bient light can impair reception.
Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source selected in the rear is output on the
vehicle loudspeakers. Audio or video sour‐
ces cannot be selected via the iDrive in the
front.
Sound output on the headphones or
vehicle loudspeakers
Operation is only possible in the rear.
1. Open "Options".
2. "Headphones" or "Loudspeakers"
Switching off the rear DVD
▷
▷
Rear entertainment is switched off.
With the following setting, sound output in the
rear is not possible via the vehicle speakers:
"Driver control".
To switch rear entertainment back on: select
a different priority via the iDrive in the front
and switch on the system, refer to
page 199.
External devices
General information
External audio and video devices and digital
cameras can be connected to cinch sockets, re‐
fer to page 199, on the CD/DVD player. Opera‐
tion takes place on the external device.
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Due to the large number of different audio and
video devices available on the market, it cannot
be ensured that every audio and video device
will be displayed correctly on the screen.
What to do if...
Only a black screen is visible.
▷
Switch on the system.
There are no options available on the screen.
Replace remote control batteries.
Connecting an external device
1. Fold down the cover in front of the cinch
sockets on the CD/DVD player.
▷
Radio stations or TV channels are grayed out
and cannot be selected.
2. Connect the external device to the RCA
sockets.
▷
Function is limited due to the selected pri‐
ority. Change priority.
▷
▷
Video: yellow socket.
The DVD does not play.
Audio: white and red socket.
▷
Playback does not begin automatically.
Start DVD manually, refer to page 181.
Starting playback
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
The volume of the rear vehicle speakers cannot
be adjusted.
▷
Sound in the rear is output via the head‐
phones. Change priority if necessary and
output sound via vehicle speakers.
3. Select the
or
symbol.
Volume
The volume of the sound output is dependent
on the audio device. If this volume differs mark‐
edly from the volume of the other audio sources,
it is advisable to adjust the volumes.
Adjusting the volume
The volume can only be adjusted if no external
video device is connected.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. Select the
4. "Volume"
or
symbol.
5. Turn the controller until the desired volume
is set and press the controller.
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Professional rear entertainment*
Rear entertainment and screens are switched
on/off.
Controls
After switching off the ignition, the system must
be switched on again.
Screens
Adjusting
Danger of burns when screen is folded out
1
2
3
4
Screen, left
Do not reach behind the screen; other‐
wise, there is the danger of getting burned. The
back of the screen can become very hot.◀
Screen, right
Controller with buttons
CD/DVD player
Rear CD/DVD player
▷
▷
To fold out: pull at the bottom edge.
To fold in: press against the bottom edge.
Notes
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
CD/DVD slot
▷
▷
▷
Do not cover lower screen edge, since this
is where the sensors and the infrared inter‐
face are installed.
Eject CD/DVD
On/off, right
When loading the rear seats and adjusting
the backrest of the front seat, fold in the
screens.
Headphone connection, right
RCA sockets
Headphone connection, left
On/off, left
When cleaning the screen, follow the care
instructions, refer to page 273.
Switching the system on/off
Press the left or right side of the button
on the CD/DVD player in the rear for the
respective page.
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Operation is the same as for the front video play‐
back, refer to page 181.
iDrive in the rear
Radio
When the same radio source is selected in the
front and rear (e.g., FM/AM), the same radio sta‐
tion is played.
Operation is the same as for the front radio, refer
to page 172.
CD/multimedia
CD/DVD
When the same audio source (front CD/DVD
player, rear CD/DVD player, DVD changer) is se‐
lected in the front and rear, the same material is
played.
Operation is the same as for the iDrive in the
front, refer to page 19.
▷
▷
To adjust the volume: turn, arrows 1.
To activate the controller and switch be‐
tween the screens: press the buttons, ar‐
rows 2.
AgreenLEDindicateswhichscreenisactive
and can be operated via the iDrive in the rear.
Operation is the same as for the front CD/DVD,
refer to page 179.
Notes on CDs/DVDs, refer to page 185.
Controls
Music collection*
Almost all functions can be operated in the same
manner as they are in the front. Special features
of operating the system in the rear are described
here.
Music can only be stored and data can only be
exported and imported via the front CD/DVD
player or the USB interface in the glove com‐
partment.
When music collections are selected in the front
and rear, they are played back separately.
Audio/video playback
Audio
Audio can be played back via rear entertainment
from any source in the vehicle.
Operation is the same as for the front music col‐
lection, refer to page 186.
Tone
Operation is the same as for the front audio play‐
back, refer to page 179.
Only treble and bass can be set in the rear for
headphones. The settings are made separately
for the left and right headphones.
Video
Operation is the same as for the front tone, refer
to page 170.
Video can be played back in the rear from the
following sources:
▷
▷
▷
DVD changer*.
Navigation*
Rear CD/DVD player.
External device in rear.
Route planning can be performed separately on
the left and right sides in the rear. Destination
guidance can only be started from the front.
If a video image is being played back in the rear,
the rear CD/DVD player cannot be selected in
the front.
Operation is the same as for the front navigation,
refer to page 152.
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3. Select the desired priority.
Suggesting a destination
A destination or trip can be sent to the front as
a suggestion. The suggestion can be adopted,
stored, or declined in the front. This function is
not available with the following setting: "Driver
control".
1. Enter the destination.
2. "Suggest destination"
Contacts
Operation is the same as for the front contacts.
Priority options
BMW Assist
The driver has priority
Operation is the same as for BMW Assist in the
front, refer to page 234.
▷
The source selected via iDrive in the front is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers and can
be selected but not operated from the rear.
Other audio or video sources can be oper‐
ated.
Adjusting
The following settings are available:
▷
▷
Sound can only be output in the rear via
headphones.
▷
▷
"Rear display"
"Language/Units": language can be set
globally for all screens.
The source that is to be displayed in the rear
can be set via the iDrive in the front.
▷
▷
"Tone"
To set the source in the rear via the iDrive in the
front:
"Climate"
Vehicle information
Computer content can be displayed. Operation
is only possible in the front.
1. "CD/Multimedia" or"Radio"
2. Open "Options".
3. "Select rear source"
4. Select the desired audio or video source.
Options menu
The split screen is not available and there is no
Integrated Owner's Manual.
Same priority
▷
All audio and video sources can be operated
via the iDrive in the front and rear.
Operation is the same as for the front menu op‐
tions, refer to page 21.
▷
Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Enabling
▷
Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source selected last via the iDrive in the front
or rear is output via the vehicle loudspeak‐
ers.
Enabling operation in the rear
Only possible via the iDrive in the front.
1. "Settings"
2. "Allow rear control"
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Fold up display screens for interference-free re‐
ception.
The rear has priority
▷
When the source selected in the rear is
played on headphones, it can be selected
but not operated via iDrive in the front. Other
audio or video sources can be operated.
Unfavorable light conditions such as bright am‐
bient light can impair reception.
Sound output on the headphones or
vehicle loudspeakers
Operation is only possible in the rear.
▷
▷
Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source selected in the rear is output on the
vehicle loudspeakers. Audio or video sour‐
ces cannot be selected via the iDrive in the
front.
1. Open "Options".
2. "Headphones" or "Loudspeakers"
With the following setting, sound output in the
rear is not possible via the vehicle speakers:
"Driver control".
Switching off the rear DVD
▷
▷
Rear entertainment is switched off.
External devices
To switch rear entertainment back on: select
a different priority via the iDrive in the front
and switch on the system, refer to
page 204.
General information
External audio and video devices and digital
cameras can be connected to cinch sockets, re‐
fer to page 204, on the CD/DVD player. Opera‐
tion takes place on the external device.
Headphones, vehicle
loudspeakers
Due to the large number of different audio and
video devices available on the market, it cannot
be ensured that every audio and video device
will be displayed correctly on the screen.
Connecting the headphones
Normal headphones
Connect via the jack 1/8"/3.5 mm, refer to
page 204, on the rear CD/DVD player.
Connecting an external device
1. Fold down the cover in front of the cinch
sockets on the CD/DVD player.
2. Connect the external device to the RCA
sockets.
Infrared headphones
Connection via the infrared interface on the
lower edge of the screen.
▷
▷
Video: yellow socket.
Audio: white and red socket.
Fitting infrared headphones and information on
which headphones are supported can be ob‐
tained from your service center.
Starting playback
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
When using infrared headphones, ensure that
the connection between the headphones and
the infrared interface is not disrupted:
3. Select the
or
symbol.
▷
Do not place an obstacle between the inter‐
face and headphones.
Volume
▷
▷
Do not cover the interface.
Do not scratch the interface.
The volume of the sound output is dependent
on the audio device. If this volume differs mark‐
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edly from the volume of the other audio sources,
it is advisable to adjust the volumes.
Adjusting the volume
The volume can only be adjusted if no external
video device is connected.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. Select the
4. "Volume"
or
symbol.
5. Turn the controller until the desired volume
is set and press the controller.
What to do if...
Only a black screen is visible.
▷
Switch on the system.
There are no options available on the screen.
Switch over between the display screens.
▷
Radio stations or TV channels are grayed out
and cannot be selected.
▷
Function is limited due to the selected pri‐
ority. Change priority.
The DVD does not play.
▷
Playback does not begin automatically.
Start DVD manually, refer to page 181.
The volume of the rear vehicle speakers cannot
be adjusted.
▷
Sound in the rear is output via the head‐
phones. Change priority if necessary and
output sound via vehicle speakers.
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