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EnglishEntertainment for your BMW X5 2007-2013
Entertainment
This chapter helps assure your enjoyment when
receiving radio stations and playing CDs, DVDs,
and tracks from the music collection.
Entertainment
Tone
Tone
3. Select the desired tone settings.
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
4. To adjust: turn the controller.
5. To store: press the controller.
General information
The sound settings are stored for the remote
control currently in use.
Equalizer
Setting for individual audio frequency ranges.
Treble, bass, balance, and
fader
Adjusting the equalizer
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
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"Treble": treble adjustment.
"Bass": depth adjustment.
3. "Equalizer"
"Balance": left/right volume distribution.
"Fader": front/rear volume distribution.
4. Select the desired setting.
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.
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Adjusting the volume
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
Multi-channel playback,
surround
Choosebetweenstereoandmulti-channelplay‐
back, surround.
3. "Volume settings"
4. Select the desired volume setting.
Setting multi-channel playback,
surround
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
3. "Surround"
5. To adjust: turn the controller.
6. To store: press the controller.
Resetting the tone settings
All tone settings can be reset to the default set‐
ting.
When surround is activated, multi-channel play‐
back is simulated when a stereo audio track is
played.
1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"
2. "Tone"
3. "Reset"
Volume
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"Speed volume": speed-dependent volume
control.
"PDC": volume of the PDC signal compared
to the entertainment sound output.
"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.".
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Radio
Radio
Vehicle equipment
AM/FM station
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Selecting a station
1. "Radio"
2. "FM" or "AM"
3. Select the desired station.
Controls
All saved stations are stored for the remote con‐
trol currently in use.
Changing the station
Turn the controller and press it
or
1
2
3
4
5
Volume, on/off
Press the button
Change wave band
Change entertainment sources
Change station/track
or
Press the buttons on the steering wheel, refer to
page 12.
Programmable memory buttons
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.
Muting
When the ignition is switched on or the engine
is running: press the ON/OFF button on the
radio.
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3. Highlight the desired station.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Rename to:"
If necessary, wait for the desired name to be
displayed.
The selected station name is added to the list of
current stations and stored stations.
RDS
RDS broadcasts additional information, such as
the station name, in the FM wave band.
4. Press the controller for an extended period.
5. Select the desired memory location.
Switching the RDS on/off
1. "Radio"
The stations are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
2. "FM"
The stations can also be stored on the program‐
mable memory buttons, refer to page 23.
3. Open "Options".
4. "RDS"
Selecting a station manually
Station selection via the frequency.
1. "Radio"
2. "FM" or "AM"
3. "Manual"
4. To select the frequency: turn the controller.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
HD Radio™ reception
Many stations broadcast both analog and digital
signals.
License conditions
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.
To store the station: press the controller for an
extended period.
Renaming a station
An FM station with changing station names can
be renamed.
Activating/deactivating digital radio
reception
1. "Radio"
1. "Radio"
2. "FM"
2. "FM" or "AM"
3. Select the desired station.
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3. Open "Options".
Navigation bar overview
4. "HD Radio Reception"
Symbol
Function
The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Change the list view.
Select the category.
Direct channel entry
Timeshift
This symbol is displayed in the status line
when the audio signal is digital.
When tuning to a station with a digital signal, it
may take several seconds for the station to be
played back in digital quality.
Open the My Favorites category/
open a favorite.
In areas in which the station is not continuously
received in digital mode, the playback switches
between analog and digital reception. In this
case, switch off digital radio reception.
Manage the favorites.
Traffic Jump
Displaying additional information
The functions of the navigation bar symbols can
also be stored on the programmable memory
buttons, refer to page 23.
Some stations broadcast additional information
on the current track, such as the name of the ar‐
tist.
1. Select the desired station.
2. Open "Options".
Managing a subscription
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.
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.
Enabling channels
The Unsubscribed Channels category contains
all disabled channels.
1. Select the desired station.
2. Press the controller.
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3. Select the substation.
3.
"Category"
When reception is poor, the substation is muted
for several seconds.
Satellite radio
General information
The channels are offered in predefined pack‐
ages. The packages must be enabled by tele‐
phone.
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4. Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate‐
gory.
Via the iDrive
1. "Radio"
5. Select the desired channel.
2. "Satellite radio"
The phone number and an electronic serial
number, ESN, are displayed.
3. Select "All channels" or the desired cate‐
gory.
6. Select the phone number to have the chan‐
nel enabled.
4. Select the desired channel.
You can unsubscribe from the channels again
via this phone number.
Via the button on the radio
Press the button.
The next channel is selected.
Unsubscribing from channels
1. "Radio"
Via direct channel entry
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3. Open "Options".
2. "Satellite radio"
4. "Manage subscription"
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.
Selecting channels
You can only listen to enabled channels.
The selected channel is stored for the remote
control currently in use.
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6. Press the controller again to confirm the
highlighted channel.
is full, the older tracks are overwritten. The buf‐
fer is cleared when a new channel is selected.
Opening the timeshift function
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3.
"Replay - Time shift"
7. Select the desired memory location.
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.
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The red arrow shows the current playback
position.
Changing the list view
The list view changes every time the first symbol
on the navigation bar is pressed.
The time difference to the live broadcast is
displayed next to the buffer bar.
Information on the channel is displayed.
For live transmissions "live".
Symbol
Meaning
Channel name
Artist
Timeshift menu
Symbol Function
Go to the live broadcast
Track
Playback/pause
Next track
Selecting a category
1. "Radio"
Previous track
Fast forward
Reverse
2. "Satellite radio"
3.
"Category"
4. Select the desired category.
Automatic timeshift deactivated/ac‐
tivated
Timeshift
Approx. one hour of the program being broad‐
cast on the channel currently being listened to
isstored ina buffer. Prerequisite: thesignal must
be available.
Automatic timeshift
When the function is activated, audio playback
is stopped automatically in the event of:
The stored audio track can be played with a de‐
lay following the live broadcast. When the buffer
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Incoming and outgoing telephone calls.
Activation of the voice activation system.
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Muting.
4. "Add sports information"
The audio playback then continues with a time
delay.
To activate:
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3.
4.
"Replay - Time shift"
"Automatic time shift"
To deactivate:
"Automatic time shift"
5. Select the league.
6. Select "Add all teams" or the desired team.
Storing favorites
Opening the favorites
Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites
list. Available favorites are artist, track, game,
league, and team.
If an activated favorite is played back, the fol‐
lowing message appears for approx. 20 seconds
"Favorite alert!".
"Favorites"
Storing the artist, track, or game
Select the symbol while the message is shown.
It is only possible to store favorites that are cur‐
rently being broadcast. The channel information
must be available.
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
3. If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.
4. Select the desired channel.
5. Press the controller again.
6. Select the artist, track, or game.
The displayed favorite is played.
If there is no message, the system changes to
the My Favorites category. All favorites currently
being broadcast can be selected from a list.
Storing the league or team
Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites
from a selection list.
Managing the favorites
1. "Radio"
2. "Satellite radio"
Activating/deactivating the favorites
3.
"Manage favorites"
Favorites can be activated and deactivated
globally and individually.
1. "Satellite radio"
2.
"Manage favorites"
3. Select "Activate alert" or the desired favor‐
ites.
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The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
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.
Deleting favorites
1. "Satellite radio"
2.
"Manage favorites"
Notes
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3. Highlight the desired favorite.
4. Open "Options".
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.
5. "Delete entry"
Traffic Jump
Traffic and weather information for a selected
region is broadcast every few minutes.
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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.
Selecting a region
1. "Radio"
Stored stations
2. "Satellite radio"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Set jump"
General information
It is possible to store up to 40 stations.
5. Select the desired region.
The region is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Calling up a station
1. "Radio"
2. "Presets"
Activating/deactivating the jump
1. "Radio"
3. Select the desired station.
2. "Satellite radio"
Storing a station
3.
"Jump to:"
The station currently selected is stored.
Information for the selected region is broadcast
as soon as it is available.
1. "Radio"
2. "Presets"
3. "Store station"
A new panel opens.
Canceling the Traffic Jump: "Cancel".
Symbol Meaning
Information will be broadcast shortly.
Information is currently being broad‐
cast.
Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic
Jump.
4. Select the desired memory location.
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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.
Deleting a station
1. "Radio"
2. "Presets"
3. Select the desired station.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Delete entry"
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CD/multimedia
CD/multimedia
Vehicle equipment
CD/DVD
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Playback
Loading the CD/DVD player
Insert the CD/DVD with the printed side up.
Playback begins automatically.
Reading can take a few minutes with com‐
pressed audio files.
Starting playback
A CD/DVD is located in the CD/DVD player or in
the CD/DVD changer.
Controls
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
3. Select the desired CD or DVD.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Volume, on/off
Eject CD/DVD
CD/DVD drive
Change the entertainment source
Change station/track
Programmable memory buttons
Symbol
...
Meaning
CD/DVD player
CD/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.
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Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC,
M4A.
2. Select the desired track to begin playback.
Audio playback
Selecting the track using the button
Press the button for the appropriate di‐
rection as often as necessary until the
desired track is played back.
Selecting the track using the 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.
CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files
Album track.
Depending on the data, some letters and num‐
bers of the CD/DVD may not be displayed cor‐
rectly.
Number of tracks on the CD/DVD.
File name of track.
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.
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4. Open "Options".
5. "Random"
Playback
The video image is displayed on the Control Dis‐
play up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/h; in
some countries, it is only displayed while the
parking brake is set or the automatic transmis‐
sion is in position P.
DVD video
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
3. Select a DVD with video content.
CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files: all
tracks within the selected directory are played in
random order.
4.
"DVD menu"
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.
5. Start the DVD via the DVD menu.
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.
VCD/SVCD
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
3. Select a CD with video content.
4.
"Select track"
Code Region
5. Select the desired track.
1
2
USA, Canada
Video menu
To open the video menu: turn the controller dur‐
ing playback.
Japan, Europe, Middle East, South Af‐
rica
3
4
Southeast Asia
Press the controller when "Back" is displayed.
Australia, Central and South America,
New Zealand
Symbol
Function
Open DVD menu
Starting playback
Pause
5
6
0
Northwest Asia, North Africa
China
All regions
Stop
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3. "Audio/language"
Symbol
Function
Next chapter
Previous chapter
Fast forward
Reverse
In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases ev‐
ery time the controller is pressed. To stop, start
playback.
4. Select the desired language.
Selecting the subtitles
DVD menu
The subtitles that are available depend on the
DVD.
1. If necessary, turn the controller to open the
video menu.
2.
"DVD menu"
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
The DVD menu is displayed. The display de‐
pends on the contents of the DVD.
3. "Subtitles"
3. To select menu items: move the controller
and press it.
4. Select the desired language or "Do not
display subtitles".
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.
Selecting the language
The languages that are available depend on the
DVD.
Setting the brightness, contrast and color
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Display settings"
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4. "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color"
Selecting the camera angle
The availability of a different camera angle de‐
pends on the DVD and the current DVD track.
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Additional options"
4. "Viewing angle"
5. Select the desired camera angle.
5. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
Opening the main menu, back
These functions are not contained on every
DVD. Therefore, they may not be available for
use.
Selecting the zoom
Display the video image on the entire screen.
CD/DVD changer
1. Turn the controller during playback.
2. Open "Options".
In the glove compartment
3. "Additional options"
4. "Zoom mode"
The BMW CD/DVD changer for six CDs/DVDs is
located in the glove compartment.
Selecting a track
Controls and displays
DVD video:
1. Turn the controller when the DVD menu is
displayed.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Additional options"
4. "Select title"
5. Select the desired track.
VCD/SVCD:
1
2
Empty CD/DVD compartments
LEDs on the CD/DVD slot
1.
"Select track"
2. Select the desired track.
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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.◀
3
4
5
Buttons for CD/DVD compartments
CD/DVD slot
Load CD/DVD compartments
After they are inserted, it may take several mi‐
nutes for the CDs/DVDs to be read in.
Loading the CD/DVD compartments
individually
Removing a single CD/DVD
1.
Press the button.
1.
Press the button.
The LED on the first empty compartment
flashes.
2. Select the CD/DVD compartment.
The CD/DVD is partially ejected.
3. Remove the CD/DVD.
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.
Removing all CDs/DVDs
The CD/DVD is drawn in automatically and
placed into the selected compartment.
1.
Press the button for a longer period.
2. Remove the CDs/DVDs.
Sliding in CDs/DVDs
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the CD/DVD changer could be damaged.
Malfunctions
If all LEDs on the CD/DVD changer flash rapidly,
the system is malfunctioning.
Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.◀
To eliminate the malfunction:
1. Press one of the buttons:
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Loading all empty CD/DVD
compartments
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1.
Press the button for a longer period.
The CD/DVD last inserted is ejected.
2. Remove the CD/DVD.
The LEDs on the empty CD compartments
flash.
If the LEDs stop flashing rapidly, the CD/DVD
changer is functional again.
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.
Audio playback
The CDs/DVDs are drawn in automatically
and placed into the empty compartments.
The audio track of a DVD can be played back
even if video playback is not possible in the ve‐
hicle.
Sliding in CDs/DVDs
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the CD/DVD changer could be damaged.
Only the main film without the previews or extras
can be played back.
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Starting playback
CDs and DVDs
A DVD is located in the DVD changer.
Use of CDs/DVDs
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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.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
3. Select the desired DVD.
Selecting a chapter using the button
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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.
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired chapter is played.
Selecting a chapter using iDrive
1. "CD/Multimedia"
Do not use combined CDs/DVDs, e.g., DVD
Plus, as the CDs/DVDs can jam and will no
longer eject.◀
2. "CD/DVD"
3. Select the desired DVD.
4. Select the desired chapter.
General malfunctions
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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.
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the button.
Selecting the language
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If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check
whether it has been inserted correctly.
The languages that are available depend on the
DVD.
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
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes:
5. "Audio/language"
6. Select the desired language.
Notes
CD/DVD player and changer
Self-recorded CDs/DVDs
Do not remove the cover
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Possible reasons for malfunctions with self-
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 can result.◀
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Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with
a pen intended for this purpose.
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Damage
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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.
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Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and
moisture.
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Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.
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 di‐
rectories can be deleted later, Deleting a
track and directory, refer to page 205.
Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures
over 122 ℉/50 ℃, high humidity or direct
sunlight.
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.
Tracks with DRM copy protection can be
stored but cannot be played back.
Backing up music data
MACROVISION
Regularly back up the music data; other‐
wise, it could be lost if there is a fault on the hard
disc.◀
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.
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
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Software, copyright © 2000-2011 Gracenote.
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DTS Digital Surround™
Manufactured under license under U.S.
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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"
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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4.
Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player.
Continuing the storage process
1. "CD/Multimedia"
5. "Store in vehicle"
2. "CD/DVD"
3.
Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player.
4. "Continue storing"
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.
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.
To update the database, contact your service
center.
Observe the following during the storage proc‐
ess:
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.
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.
Interrupting storage
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
▷
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.
3. "Storing..."
▷
File systems: standard file systems for USB
devices are supported. The FAT 32 format
is recommended.
1. Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐
face in the glove compartment, refer to
page 143.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
3. "Music collection"
4. Open "Options".
4. "Cancel storing"
The storage process is interrupted and can be
continued at any time.
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5. "Music data import/export"
6. "Import music (USB)"
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▷
Select "A-Z search", refer to page 23,
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.
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.
7. "Start play"
The list of tracks is repeated automatically.
Playing music
Music search
Restarting the music search
"New 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 204.
Music search by voice
Instructions for voice activation system, refer to
page 25.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. "Music search"
1.
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
2. ›Music search‹
3. Open the desired category, e. g., ›Select
artist‹.
4. Say the desired entry in the list.
5. Select other categories if you wish.
To select a track directly: ›Title ...‹
Say the voice command and the name of the
desired track in a single command.
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"
5. Select the desired entry.
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3. "Current playback"
The first track is played automatically, if pos‐
sible.
4. Select the desired track, if necessary.
4. Change directories if needed to select
tracks.
Top 50
The 50 most frequently played tracks.
To go up a level in the directory: move the
controller to the left.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. "Top 50"
Random playback
All tracks of the selection are played back in ran‐
dom order.
4. Select the desired track, if necessary.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Random"
Albums
All stored albums, listed in order of their storage
dates.
Symbol
Format
Audio CD
Compressed audio files
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Select the desired album.
Depending on the album, the tracks or the
subdirectories of the album are displayed.
Managing music
Albums
Renaming an album
The name of the album, if available, is automat‐
ically entered when the album is stored. If the
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name is not available, it can be changed later if
desired.
Free memory capacity
Display the free memory capacity in the music
collection.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Highlight the desired album.
4. Open "Options".
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Free memory"
5. "Rename album"
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.
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.
6. Select the letters individually.
Deleting an album
1. Starting the engine.
An album cannot be deleted while a track from
that album is being played.
2. Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐
face in the glove compartment, refer to
page 143.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Highlight the desired album.
4. Open "Options".
3. "CD/Multimedia"
4. "Music collection"
5. Open "Options".
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".
5. "Delete folder" or "Delete track"
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6. "Music data import/export"
External devices
At a glance
Symbol Meaning
AUX-IN port
USB audio interface
Mobile phone audio interface
Bluetooth audio
7. "Backup music on USB"
AUX-IN port
At a glance
▷
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.
Connecting
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Music collection"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Music data import/export"
5. "Restore music from USB"
Deleting the music collection
1. "CD/Multimedia"
The AUX-IN port is in the center armrest.
2. "Music collection"
3. Open "Options".
Connect the headphone connector or line-out
connector of the device to the AUX-IN port.
4. "Delete music collection"
Playback
1. Connect the audio device, switch it on and
select a track on the audio device.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
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3. If necessary, "External devices"
4. "AUX front"
connectivity of the music player in the mo‐
bile phone: Apple iPhone or mobile phones.
Playback is only possible if no audio device
is connected to the analog AUX-IN port.
Sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
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.
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.
Ask your service center about suitable audio de‐
vices/mobile phones.
Adjusting the volume
Audio files
1. "CD/Multimedia"
Standard audio files can be played back:
2. If necessary "External devices"
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
MP3.
3.
"AUX front"
WMA.
4. "Volume"
WAV (PCM).
AAC, M4A.
Playback lists: M3U, WPL, PLS.
File system
Standard file systems for USB devices are sup‐
ported. The FAT 32 format is recommended.
Connecting
5. Turn the controller until the desired volume
is set and press the controller.
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.
The USB audio interface is in the center armrest.
Connectors for external devices
Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB
audio interface
▷
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.
Connect using a flexible adapter cable.
Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone to the USB in‐
terface.
▷
Connection via snap-in adapter, refer to
page 240, when equipped with extended
The Apple iPod/iPhone menu structure is sup‐
ported by the USB audio interface.
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Connection of a USB device via the USB
audio interface
Track search
Selection is possible via:
Connect using a flexible adapter cable to protect
the USB audio interface and the USB device
against physical damage.
▷
▷
Playback lists.
Information: type of music, artist, and, if
available, composer, album, track.
Connect the USB device to the USB interface.
▷
Additionally for USB devices: file directory,
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"
2. "External devices"
During transmission, the tracks can be called up
via the file directory.
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 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,
all results that contain that sequence are
displayed.
Copy protection
Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐
agement (DRM) cannot be played.
▷
Select the desired entry from the list.
Playback
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. Select the or
symbol.
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.
The playback starts with the first track.
The CD cover belonging to the track may appear
on the Control Display after several seconds.
7. "Start play"
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Restarting a track search
brake is set or if the automatic transmission is in
position P.
"New search"
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
Playback lists
Calling up playback lists.
3.
4.
Select the symbol.
"Video"
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
5. Select the directory if necessary.
3. Select the or
4. "Playlists"
symbol.
To go up a level in the directory: move the
controller to the left.
6. Select the desired video file to begin play‐
back.
Current playback
List of tracks currently being played.
Video menu
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
Symbol Function
Next video file
3. Select the or
symbol.
4.
"Current playback"
Previous video file
Random playback
The current list of tracks is played back in ran‐
dom order.
Double-click on an icon to play back
previous video file.
Notes
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Random"
Do not expose the audio device to extreme en‐
vironmental conditions, such as very high tem‐
peratures; refer to the audio device operating
instructions.
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.
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the button.
Information on connection
Video playback
At a glance
▷
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.
Video playback via snap-in adapter is possible.
They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
▷
▷
▷
Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.
Playback
Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB audio interface.
The video image is displayed on the Control Dis‐
play up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/h; in
some countries, it is only displayed if the parking
Do not connect USB hard drives.
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▷
Do not use the USB audio interface to re‐
charge external devices.
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.◀
Bluetooth audio
At a glance
▷
Musicfilesonexternaldevicessuchasaudio
devices or mobile phones can be played
back via Bluetooth.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
4. "Add new phone"
Use of a mobile phone as an audio source,
refer to page 232.
▷
▷
▷
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth® SIG, Inc.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐
played.
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.
▷
Up to four external devices can be paired
with the vehicle.
Requirements
▷
The device is suitable. Information at
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.
▷
▷
▷
The device is ready for operation.
The ignition is switched on.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the device display.
Bluetooth is activated on the vehicle, refer to
page 231, and on the device.
6. Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on
the device display.
▷
Bluetooth presettings must be made on the
device, such as for a connection without
confirmation or visibility; refer to the device
operating instructions.
You are prompted by the iDrive or device to
enter the same Bluetooth passkey.
▷
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.
7. Enter the passkey and confirm.
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8. Select the desired functions with which the
device is to be connected, for instance
"Audio".
Connecting the device
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
9. "OK"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
4. Select the desired device from the list of
paired devices.
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.
If pairing was unsuccessful: What to do if..., refer
to page 212.
Playback
Connecting a specific device
General information
A device that has already been paired can be
connected as an active audio source.
▷
▷
▷
The display of music track information de‐
pends on the device.
Connecting is not possible when data is ex‐
changed via a mobile phone connected via Blue‐
tooth.
Operation can takes place on the device or
iDrive.
Playback is interrupted when data is ex‐
changed via a mobile phone connected via
Bluetooth.
Requirements
If necessary, activate the audio connection of
the desired device from the list of paired devi‐
ces.
Starting playback
1. Connect the device.
2. "CD/Multimedia"
3. "External devices"
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
4. Select the desired device from the list of
paired devices.
5. Open "Options".
6. "Configure phone"
7. Activate "Audio".
8. "OK"
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4.
Select the symbol.
5. Open "Options".
6. "Remove phone from list"
5. Select the desired track from the list, if nec‐
essary.
What to do if...
Information on suitable devices can be found at
Playback menu
Depending on the particular device, some of the
functions may not be available.
Suitable mobile phones, refer to page 230.
The device is not supported by the vehicle.
Symbol Function
Next track
▷
Perform a software update, refer to
page 213, if needed.
Fast forward: press and hold the
symbol.
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.
Previous music track
Reverse: press and hold the symbol.
▷
▷
Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter
the passkey? Repeat the pairing procedure.
Disconnecting the audio connection
1. "CD/Multimedia"
Are too many Bluetooth devices connected
to the device or vehicle? Delete connections
with other devices if necessary.
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. Highlight the desired device.
4. Open "Options".
▷
▷
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 a charging cable.
5. "Configure phone"
6. "Audio"
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.
7. "OK"
Unpairing a device
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
▷
▷
The device no longer reacts? Switch the de‐
vice off and on again.
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
4. Highlight the device that is to be unpaired.
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.
Updating software via USB
The software may only be updated when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
Switch the radio on and off again.
1. Store the file for the software-update in the
main director of a USB flash drive.
Music files can only be played back softly.
Adjust the volume settings 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.
Playback is disturbed when buttons are pressed
or by other messages on the device.
▷
Switch off the button tones and other signal
tones on the device.
3. "Settings"
Playback is interrupted by a telephone call or
traffic bulletin and is not resumed automatically.
4. "Software update"
5. "Update software"
▷
Switch the radio on and off again.
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 212, 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.
6. If necessary, "USB".
7. "Start update"
Software Update
8. "OK"
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 device, for example.
All listed software updates are installed.
Restoring the previous version
The software version prior to the last software
update can be restored.
▷
USB.
Software updates and related current infor‐
mation is available at ‐
date.
The previous version can only be restored when
the vehicle is stationary.
1. "Settings"
Displaying the current version
2. "Software update"
The currently installed software is displayed.
3. "Restore previous version"
4. "OK" Double-click.
1. "Settings"
2. "Software update"
3. "Show current version"
All listed software updates are removed.
Select desired version to display additional in‐
formation.
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Note
While the software is being updated or a previ‐
ous version is being restored, BMW Assist, Of‐
fice functions, and the connected devices are
temporarily unavailable. Wait several minutes
for the functions to become available again.
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Vehicle equipment
Controls
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
General information
With the DVD system in the rear you can play
CDs and DVDs with audio, video and image data.
The DVD system can also play data from at‐
tached external audio and video devices. Audio
output is possible both via headphones and via
the vehicle speakers.
You can control the DVD system using the but‐
tons on the CD-/DVD player or using the remote
control.
1
2
3
4
5
Display screen
Infrared interface for headphones
CD/DVD player
Some functions are operated using the remote
control.
Headphone connection: jack plug
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Enabling DVD system
The DVD system can be enabled via iDrive.
Folding in display screen
When using the ski bag or when transporting
bulky pieces of luggage, the display screen
should be folded in, as otherwise it may be dam‐
aged.
1. "Settings"
2. "Allow rear control"
3. "Rear DVD system active"
Note when the display screen is folded
down
When the screen is folded down, do not open
the lid of the center armrest or rest your arm on
the screen; otherwise, you may damage the
screen.◀
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Turn: right headphone volume and vehicle
volume
Connecting headphones
You can connect headphones with a jack plug or
operate them using the infrared interface.
To enable optimal use of the infrared interface,
use infrared headphones that comply with the
IEC 61603-2 standard.
1. Turn the display screen, arrow 1
The display screen switches off.
2. Fold down the display screen, arrow 2.
Compatible infrared headphones and informa‐
tion about supported headphones are available
at your service center.
The display screen is folded out in the reverse
order.
When using infrared headphones, it is important
not to interrupt the infrared connection between
the headphones and the infrared interface. This
means that no obstacle should come between
the two and that the cover of the infrared inter‐
face should not be covered or scratched. Un‐
favorable lighting conditions such as glare from
outside can interfere with reception.
CD/DVD player
Controls
Remote control
1
Press: switch the DVD system on/off
Turn: left headphone volume and vehicle
volume
2
3
Eject CD/DVD
Beginning of track
Stop
1
2
3
Menu navigation
Volume for headphones with jack plug
Playback, pause, freeze frame
Next track
Changing track or chapter during CD-, DVD-
or AUX playback, fast forward/rewind
4
5
CD/DVD slot
4
5
Headphones right/left
Connectors for external device: cinch sock‐
ets
Open start menu for DVD system
6
Press: switch the DVD system on/off
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Menu navigation
You can use the thumbwheel and buttons 1 to
navigate through the menus.
Sound output via speakers
In addition to the headphones, you can also play
the sound via the vehicle speakers.
▷
▷
Turn the thumbwheel: select a menu item.
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "External devices"
3. "AUX rear"
Press the arrow buttons: change between
fields.
▷
Press the button: activate the menu item.
4. "Volume"
Changing batteries
5. Turn the controller until the desired volume
is set and press the controller.
Switching DVD system on/off
Press the button on the CD-/DVD player or un‐
der the desired screen.
The DVD system switches on automatically
when a CD or DVD is inserted.
1. Press the detent and remove the cover.
2. Change the batteries. The type and instal‐
lation position are marked on the bottom of
the battery compartment.
Playing CD/DVD
Use the following menu items to access data
from a CD/DVD:
3. Close the cover.
▷
▷
▷
Video data via "DVD"
Audio data via "CD"
Images "Photo"
Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐
ter or to your service center.
Setting the language of the
DVD system
1. Select a CD/DVD track.
2.
Press the button.
3. Select "Tone".
4.
Press the button.
5. Switch to the top window.
6. Select "Language".
7.
8. Select the desired language.
9. Press the button.
Press the button.
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Video CDs (VCDs) and Super Video CDs
(SVCDs) can only be played if they do not have
a DVD-specific menu.
Playing videos from CDs/
DVDs
Country codes of DVDs
Eject CD/DVD
Your DVD player only plays DVDs with the cod‐
ing of your home region, e.g., Europe=2. The
country codes supported by your DVD are con‐
tained in the information on your DVD.
Press the button on the CD/DVD player. The
DVD emerges slightly from the drive.
DVD control
An overview of the coding zones:
Code Region
WiththeDVDcontrol, youcanselectthetitleand
chapter, open the DVD-specific menu, and op‐
erate functions such as Language, Fast forward
and Reverse or Freeze frame.
1
2
USA, Canada
Japan, Europe, Middle East, South Af‐
rica
A DVD can briefly deactivate functions of the
DVD control, under certain circumstances while
the entire DVD is being played. It is not possible
to operate the DVD control under these circum‐
stances. In this case, try to make the selection
using the DVD-specific menu.
3
4
Southeast Asia
Australia, Central and South America,
New Zealand
5
6
Northwest Asia, North Africa
China
1.
Press the button on the remote control
during playback.
DVDs with the code 0 can be played on all devi‐
ces.
Starting playback
1. Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the la‐
beled side facing upward. The CD/DVD is
automatically pulled in.
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Playback begins automatically after a
few seconds.
2. Press the
buttons on the remote control
or turn the thumbwheel to select the desired
function.
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Otherwise: select "DVD".
2. If the DVD control or the DVD-specific menu
is displayed when a DVD is inserted, use the
remote control buttons for menu navigation
to select the desired option.
3.
Press the button.
Symbol Function
Exit DVD control
Or:
"SET"
Settings for playing DVDs.
Start playback.
Press the button on the CD/DVD player.
You can control the playback with the buttons
on the CD/DVD player or the DVD control.
Stop playback.
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3.
Press the button on the CD/DVD player.
Fast forward/reverse is interrupted. The
DVD will start play at the point selected.
Symbol Function
Activate and deactivate freeze
frame.
Skipping chapter
Skip a chapter.
You can change to the next or previous chapter
during playback.
Fast forward/reverse.
"Menu" Open the DVD-specific menu.
1.
Press the button on the remote control
during playback.
The DVD control disappears again after a short
time if you have not selected a function.
2.
3.
Select the symbol.
Press the button repeatedly, continuing
until you reach the desired chapter.
Or:
Press the button on the remote control to
exit the DVD control.
Or:
Press the button on the left or right on the
remote control repeatedly until you reach the
desired chapter.
Fast forward/reverse
Forward/reverse with DVD control
Freeze frame
1.
Press the button on the remote control
during playback.
Select the symbol.
1.
Press the button on the remote control
during playback.
2.
3.
4.
Press the button.
Press the button several times to in‐
crease the fast forward/reverse speed.
The DVD playback will be distorted.
To cancel fast forward/reverse:
1.
Select the symbol.
Press the button.
2.
2.
3.
Select the symbol.
Press the button.
Or:
Press the button on the CD/DVD player. The
DVD will start play at the point selected.
To continue playback:
1. Select the or
2. Press the button.
As an alternative, you can also stop and continue
symbol.
Forward/reverse with remote control
Press and hold the button until you reach
the desired point.
playback with the
player.
button on the CD/DVD
Or:
1. During playback, turn the thumbwheel. Fast
forward/reverse is interrupted.
2. Continue to turn the thumbwheel. The
speed is increased.
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ferent camera angles. These are usually only
briefly available.
Making settings for DVD
1.
Press the button during playback.
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"Menu": open the DVD-specific menu.
"Return": exit the menu, or:
Press the buttons on the remote con‐
trol.
Many DVDs offer dialogs and subtitles in various
languages or scene descriptions for the hearing
impaired. These functions are stored on the
DVD.
With some DVDs, it is only possible to select
language, subtitles, camera angle, or title by us‐
ing the DVD-specific menu. Consult the infor‐
mation accompanying your DVD.
2. Make the settings with the remote control:
▷
"Video settings":
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"Brightness", "Color", and "Contrast"
on the screen.
Opening the DVD-specific menu
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After switching to the top window, you
can change other settings.
Additional functions may be available on DVDs.
It is thus possible, for example, to select from
among several possible actions or to access in‐
formation about the film.
"Language": the system language of the
DVD system
"Display": background brightness of the
screen.
1.
Press the button on the remote control
during playback.
2. Select "Menu".
▷
▷
"Tone":
▷
"Treble / Bass" and "Balance": sepa‐
3. Press the button.
rately adjustable for the left and right
headphones and the infrared head‐
phones.
On some DVDs, you can use "Main menu"
and "Title" to access additional menus in
which you can select music scenes, for ex‐
ample.
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"Reset": the settings are reset to the de‐
fault values.
To make a selection:
"DVD format":
▷
▷
"Standard"
1.
2.
Select the symbol.
"Zoom": full-screen playback.
Press the button until the desired func‐
tion is selected.
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"Language": language of the DVD playback.
The language advances one setting each
time the menu item is selected.
3. Select the
4. Press the button.
To return to the start menu:
1. Select the arrow.
2. Press the button.
arrow.
"Subtitles": language of the subtitles or turn
off the subtitles.
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"Title": select individual tracks on the DVD.
"Angle of view": camera angle.
You can also select language, subtitles, camera
angle, or title in the DVD-specific menu. Consult
the information accompanying your DVD.
Information or symbols that appear during
the playback of a film generally point out dif‐
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Compressed video files
Playback functions
1. Select a track.
Playback
1. Select the directory if necessary.
2.
Press the button.
3. Select a menu item:
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"Pause": stop and continue playback.
"Repeat track": repeat the selected
track.
▷
"Repeat directory": repeat the tracks in
the current directory.
4.
Press the button.
2.
Press the button.
Playing audio tracks from CD/
DVD
3. Select a track.
Starting playback
Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the labeled
side facing upward. The CD/DVD is automati‐
cally pulled in.
▷
Playback begins automatically after a few
seconds.
▷
Otherwise: select "CD".
Press the button.
4.
Press the button.
CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files, refer to
page 223, can take approx. 1 minute to read,
depending on their directory structure.
5. Select "Play".
6.
Press the button.
To play back audio tracks from a DVD, refer to
Compressed audio files, refer to page 223.
To change the directory:
1. Select the directory.
To start playback if a CD is already in the drive:
1. Open the start menu with the remote con‐
trol.
2. Select "CD".
2.
Press the button.
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3.
Press the button.
2.
Press the button.
As an alternative, you can also control the play‐
back with the buttons on the CD/DVD player.
3. Make the settings with the remote control:
▷
"Tone":
To eject CD/DVD:
▷
"Treble / Bass" and "Balance": sepa‐
rately adjustable for the left and right
headphones and the infrared head‐
phones.
Press the button on the CD/DVD player.
Selecting a track
▷
"Reset": the settings are reset to the de‐
fault values.
Buttons on CD/DVD player
Press the button for the corresponding
direction repeatedly until you reach the desired
track.
▷
▷
"Pause": stop and continue playback.
"Random": the CD tracks are played back
once in random sequence.
Playback begins at the start of the track.
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▷
"Scan": brief samples of all CD tracks are
automatically played one after another.
Using the remote control
"Repeat": repeat the current track. Select
again to end.
Press the button for the corresponding
direction repeatedly or turn the thumbwheel un‐
til you reach the desired track.
To exit from the menu:
Press the buttons on the remote control.
Playback begins at the start of the track.
Fast forward/reverse
Buttons on the CD/DVD player:
Press and hold the button for the cor‐
responding direction.
Settings and playback functions for
audio CDs
1. Select "SET".
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Settings and playback functions for
compressed audio files
Playback
1. Select a track.
1. Select the directory if necessary.
2.
Press the button.
3. Make the settings with the remote control:
▷
"Tone":
▷
"Treble / Bass" and "Balance": sepa‐
rately adjustable for the left and right
headphones and the infrared head‐
phones.
▷
"Reset": the settings are reset to the de‐
fault values.
▷
▷
"Pause": stop and continue playback.
2.
Press the button.
"Scan directory": briefly sample the tracks
in the current directory.
3. Select a track.
▷
▷
"Scan all": briefly sample all tracks.
"Random directory": play the tracks in the
current directory in a random sequence.
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"Random all": play all tracks in a random se‐
quence.
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▷
"Repeat track": repeat the selected track.
"Repeat directory": repeat the tracks in the
current directory.
4.
Press the button.
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"Details": display any stored information on
the current track.
5. Select "Play".
6.
Press the button.
To exit from the menu:
To change the directory:
Press the buttons on the remote control.
1. Select the directory.
Displaying images from CD/
DVD
1. Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the la‐
beled side facing upward. The CD/DVD is
automatically pulled in.
2. Open the start menu with the remote con‐
trol.
3. Select "Photo".
2.
Press the button.
4.
Press the button.
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Displaying overview
Adjusting
1. Select the subdirectory if necessary.
2. Select "Overview".
1.
Press the button.
2. Select a menu item:
3.
Press the button.
Symbol
"SET"
Function
It may take some time until the overview is com‐
pletely displayed.
Return to the photo menu.
Adjust the "Display".
If a symbol appears instead of an image, the im‐
age cannot be displayed in the overview.
"Language": after switching to
the top window, the system lan‐
guage can be changed.
Displaying images
1. Use the buttons or the thumbwheel of the
remote control to select an image.
Start the slide show.
2.
Press the button.
Display the first/last image of the
current directory.
Rotate the image by 90°.
"Overview" Change to the image overview.
Ending display
1.
2.
3.
Press the button.
Select the symbol.
Press the button.
3. Displaying images:
▷
Scroll using the menu navigation but‐
tons of the remote control.
Eject CD/DVD
Press the button on the CD/DVD player.
▷
Display the slide show: turn the thumb‐
wheel to set the display duration of the
images.
Stop the slide show: select "Stop".
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Dual-sided DVDs available from retail suppliers
are coated on both sides and bear no markings.
This means both sides are information carriers.
To play the information on the other side, turn
over the DVD.
Information on CD/DVD
player
Safety notes
Do not remove the cover
Supported formats
The BMW CD/DVD player is a Class 1 laser
product. Do not operate if the cover is damaged;
otherwise, severe eye damage can result.◀
Depending on the compression method used,
not all files of the specified formats can be
opened.
Suitable media
Images
Use of CDs/DVDs
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JPEG/JPG.
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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.
With very large image files, it can take longer for
the images to be displayed.
Compressed audio files
▷
▷
▷
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MP3.
WMA.
OGG.
AAC.
▷
▷
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.
Do not use combined CDs/DVDs, e.g., DVD
Plus, as the CDs/DVDs can jam and will no
longer eject.◀
Compressed video files
▷
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▷
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SVCD.
MPEG1.
The CD/DVD player can play the following me‐
dia:
MPEG2.
MPEG4/DivX.
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Video DVD.
CD-DA (audio CD).
Digital Rights Management (DRM)
CDs/DVDs with compressed image data.
CDs/DVDs with compressed audio data.
CDs/DVDs with compressed video data.
In some cases, it may not be possible to play
CDs/DVDs with integrated Digital Rights Man‐
agement (DRM).
The DVD player does not support DVD audio.
However, many audio DVDs available in stores
also contain a video track in the DVD Video for‐
mat in addition to the audio track. These DVDs
can be played back by the DVD player. Refer to
the information on your DVD to determine
whether your audio DVD contains an additional
video track. Depending on the authoring used, it
is possible that not all functions are available
during playback.
General malfunctions
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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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Foreign bodies/liquids in the CD/DVD slot
CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files
Make sure that no foreign objects or liq‐
uids get into the CD/DVD slot; otherwise, the
CD/DVD player will be damaged.◀
If the language set for the CD/DVD player does
not match the language of the music track, the
music tracks may be displayed incorrectly.
Humidity
External device
High levels of humidity can lead to condensation
on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens, and
temporarily prevent playback.
Connecting
Malfunctions involving individual CDs/
DVDs
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes.
Copied or self-recorded CDs/DVDs
▷
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.
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2
Connections for audio/video cables. Watch
the colors of the sockets when connecting.
Yellow socket: video
▷
Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with
a pen intended for this purpose.
White socket: audio on left
Red socket: audio on right
Power supply for external device: socket
with removable cap.
Damaged CDs/DVDs
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Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and
moisture.
Playback
▷
▷
Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.
1. Switch on the external device and start the
playback.
Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures
over 122 ℉/50 ℃, high humidity or direct
sunlight.
2. Open the start menu with the remote con‐
trol.
CDs/DVDs with copy protection
3. Select "AUX".
CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy pro‐
tection feature by the manufacturer. As a result,
some CDs/DVDs cannot be played, can only be
played to a limited degree, or cause the system
to switch off. In this case, wait a short while and
then switch the system back on again. Then re‐
move the CD/DVD from the drive.
4.
Press the button.
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For devices without a video signal, for instance
MP3 players, "No video signal" appears on the
display. The sound is nevertheless played.
"Display": background brightness of the
screen.
▷
"Video Format":
▷
▷
"Standard"
Settings for external devices
"Zoom": full-screen playback.
1.
Press the button during playback.
To exit from the menu:
Press the buttons on the remote control.
2. Make the settings with the remote control:
▷ "Video settings":
▷
"Brightness", "Color", and "Contrast" of
the video playback.
▷
"NTSC color": the color can be adjusted
on an external device with the NTSC
standard.
▷
▷
"Standard": the DVD system can be
adapted to external devices with differ‐
ent TV standards; to do so, consult the
operating manual of the external device.
"Reset": the settings are reset to the de‐
fault values.
▷
"Tone":
▷
"Treble / Bass" and "Balance": sepa‐
rately adjustable for the left and right
headphones and the infrared head‐
phones.
▷
▷
"Reset": your settings are reset.
After switching to the top window, you
can change other settings.
"Audio": adjust the volume of the exter‐
nal device to the volume of the CD/DVD
player.
"Language": the system language of the
DVD system.
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