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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.
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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*
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2
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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.
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If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check
whether it has been inserted correctly.
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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.
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Suitable devices: USB mass storage devi‐
ces, suchasUSBflashdrivesorMP3players
with a USB interface.
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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:
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Select "A-Z search", refer to page 24,
and input the desired entry.
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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"
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For connecting audio devices, e.g., MP3
player. The sound is output on the vehicle
loudspeakers.
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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
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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.
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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:
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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:
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Playback lists.
Information: type of music, artist, and, if
available, composer, album, track.
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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.
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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"
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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.
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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
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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.◀
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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"
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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
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Musicfilesonexternaldevicessuchasaudio
devices or mobile phones can be played
back via Bluetooth.
Use of a mobile phone as an audio source,
refer to page 213.
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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.
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The device is suitable. Information under
Prompt via iDrive or the device to enter the
same Bluetooth passkey.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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"
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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"
▷
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The device no longer reacts? Switch the de‐
vice off and on again.
Repeat the pairing procedure.
Music cannot be played back.
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Start the program for playing back music
data on the device and select a track on the
device if necessary.
6. "Audio"
7. "OK"
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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.
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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"
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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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