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Entertainment
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.
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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.◀
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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
CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc.,
copyright © 2000-2011 Gracenote. Gracenote
Software, copyright © 2000-2011 Gracenote.
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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.
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Suitable devices: USB mass storage devi‐
ces, suchasUSBflashdrivesorMP3players
with a USB interface.
Interrupting storage
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. "CD/DVD"
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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.
3. "Storing..."
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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
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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"
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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
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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.
Connect using a flexible adapter cable.
Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone to the USB in‐
terface.
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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.
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Playback lists.
Information: type of music, artist, and, if
available, composer, album, track.
Connect the USB device to the USB interface.
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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.
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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,
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
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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.
Video playback via snap-in adapter is possible.
They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is
output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Up to four external devices can be paired
with the vehicle.
Requirements
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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".
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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 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)"
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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.
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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.
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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"
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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.
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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.
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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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