BMW X1 2018 Workshop Manual

Activating
voice
recognition
via
the
server
The voice recognition feature via the server proj
vides a dictation function and a natural method of entering destinations while improving the qualityof voice recognition. To use the functions, data istransmitted to a service provider and locallystored there.
Via iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Language"4."Server speech recognition"
Adjusting
the
volume
Turn the volume button during the spoken inj
structions until the desired volume is set.
'xThe volume remains constant even if the volj ume of other audio sources is changed.'xThe volume is stored for the driver profilecurrently used.
Information
on
Emergency
Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to initiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situations,
the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can
unnecessarily delay the establishment of a
phone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 283,
close to the interior mirror.
Environmental
conditions
'xKeep the doors, windows, and glass sunroofclosed to prevent noise interference.'xAvoid making other noise in the vehicle whilespeaking.Seite 51Voice
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General
settingsVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Language
Setting
the
language
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Language"4."Language:"5.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Setting
the
voice
dialog Voice dialog for the voice activation system, referto page 50.
Time
Setting
the
time
zone Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Date and time"4."Time zone:"5.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Setting
the
time Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Date and time"4."Time:"5.Turn the Controller until the desired hours aredisplayed.6.Press the Controller.7.Turn the Controller until the desired minutesare displayed.8.Press the Controller.
Setting
the
time
format
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Date and time"4."Time format:"5.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Automatic
time
setting Depending on your vehicle's optional features,the time, date and, if needed, the time zone areupdated automatically.
Via iDrive:
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3."Date and time"4."Automatic time setting"
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Date
Setting
the
date
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Date and time"4."Date:"5.Turn the Controller until the desired day is displayed.6.Press the Controller.7.Make the settings for the month and year.
Setting
the
date
format
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Date and time"4."Date format:"5.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Setting
the
units
of measurement
You can set the units of measurement for some
values, for example, fuel consumption, distances
and temperature.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Units"4.Select the desired menu item.5.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Activating/deactivating
the display
of
the
currentvehicle
position
Concept
If vehicle location has been activated, the current
vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cusjtomer portal.
Activating/deactivating Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Vehicle tracking"4."Vehicle tracking"
Activating/deactivating
popup
windows
For some functions, popup windows are disj
played automatically on the Control Display.
Some of these popup windows can be activated
or deactivated.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Pop-ups"4.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
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Control
Display
BrightnessVia iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Displays"4."Control display"5."Brightness"6.Turn the Controller until the desired brightjness is set.7.Press the Controller.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Depending on the light conditions, the brightj
ness settings may not be clearly visible.
Screensaver
If no settings are made via iDrive, a screensaver
will be displayed after an adjustable time.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Displays"4."Control display"5."Screensaver"6.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Selecting
the
contents
of
the
main
menu
For some menu items of the main menu, the disj
played contents can be selected.
1. Press button.2."Contents of main menu"3.Select the desired menu and the desired
content.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Messages
Concept
The menu centrally displays all messages arrivj
ing in the vehicle in list form.
General
information The following messages can be displayed:
'xTraffic messages.'xCheck Control messages.'xCommunication messages, for example e-
mails, SMS text messages or reminders.'xService requirements messages.
Messages are additionally displayed in the status field.
Retrieving
messages Via iDrive:
1."Notifications"2.Select the desired message.
The respective menu is opened, where the mesj
sage is displayed.
Deleting
messages All messages, except Check Control messages,
can be deleted from the list. Check Control mesj
sages are displayed as long as they are relevant.
Via iDrive:
1."Notifications"2.Select the desired message.3. Press button.4."Delete this notification" or "Delete all
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SettingsThe following settings can be adjusted:'xSelect the applications, from which mesjsages will be permitted.'xSort the messages according to date or priorjity.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Notifications"4.Select the desired setting.
Data
protection
Data
transfer
Concept
The vehicle offers different functions, whose use
requires a data transfer to BMW or a service proj vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for
some functions.
General
information With data transfer deactivated, the respective
function cannot be used.
Only make these settings while stationary.
Activating/deactivating
the
data
transfer
Follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Via iDrive:
1.Switch on the ignition.2."My Vehicle"3."iDrive settings"4."Data privacy"5.Select the desired setting.Deleting
personal
data
in
the
vehicle
Concept
Depending on the usage, the vehicle stores perj
sonal data, such as stored radio stations. This
personal data can be permanently deleted using iDrive.
General
information Depending on the equipment package, the foljlowing data can be deleted:'xDriver profile settings.'xStored radio stations.'xStored programmable memory buttons.'xTravel and Onboard Computer information.'xMusic collection.'xNavigation, for instance stored destinations.'xPhone book.'xOnline data, for instance Favorites, cookies.'xOffice data, for instance voice notes.'xLogin accounts.
Altogether, the deletion of the data can take upto 15 minutes.
Functional
requirement Data can only be deleted while stationary.
Deleting
data
Heed and follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Via iDrive:
1.Switch on the ignition.2."My Vehicle"3."iDrive settings"4."Data privacy"5."Delete personal data"6."Delete personal data"Seite 55General
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7."OK"8.Exit and lock the vehicle.
After 15 minutes, the deletion process is comjpleted.
If not all of the data was deleted, repeat the delej
tion.
Canceling
deletion
Start the engine to cancel deletion of the data.
Connections
Concept
Various connection types are available for using
mobile devices in the vehicle. The connection
type to select depends on the mobile device and the desired function.
General
information The following overview shows possible functionsand the suitable connection types for them. The
scope of functions depends on the mobile dejvice.
FunctionConnecj
tion
typeMaking calls via the hands-free
system.
Using phone functions via iDrive.
Using the smartphone Office
functions.Bluetooth.Playing music from the smartj
phone or the audio player.Bluetooth or
USB.Using compatible apps via
iDrive.Bluetooth or
USB.FunctionConnecj
tion
typeUSB storage device:
Exporting and importing driver
profiles.
Performing software updates.
Exporting and importing stored
trips.
Playing music.USB.Playing videos from the smartj
phone or the USB storage dej
vice.USB.Using the vehicle Internet acj
cess.Internet hotj
spot.Use Apple Carplay apps via
iDrive and voice operation.Bluetooth
and WiFi.
The following connection types require one-time
pairing with the vehicle:
'xBluetooth.'xInternet hotspot.'xApple CarPlay.
Paired devices are automatically recognized later
on and connected to the vehicle.
Safety
information
WARNING
Operating the integrated information systems and communication devices while driving can distract from traffic. It is possible to lose controlof the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only use the systems or devices when the trafj fic situation allows. As warranted, stop and usethe systems and devices while the vehicle isstationary.
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Compatible
devicesGeneral
information
Information on mobile devices compatible with
the vehicle can be found at www.bmwusa.com/
bluetooth.
Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed or deviating software versions.
Displaying
the
vehicle
identification
number
and
software
part
number
When looking for compatible devices, you may
have to state the vehicle identification number
and the software part number. These numbers
can be displayed in the vehicle.
Via iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5."Bluetoothn info"6."System information"
A software update, refer to page 62, can be
performed, if needed.
Bluetooth
connection Functional
requirements
'xCompatible device, refer to page 57, with
Bluetooth interface.'xThe remote control is in the vehicle.'xThe device is ready for operation.'xBluetooth is activated on the device and in
the vehicle, refer to page 57.'xBluetooth presettings, such as visibility, may
be required on the device; refer to the ownj
er's manual of the device.Switching
on
Bluetooth
Via iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5."Bluetoothn"
Activating/deactivating
telephone
functions
To use all supported functions of a mobilephone, the following functions must be activated
prior to pairing.
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5.Select desired setting:'x"Office"
Activate function to transmit short mesj sages, e-mails, calendars, tasks, notes, and reminders to the vehicle. Costs can
be incurred by transmitting all data to the
vehicle.'x"Contact images"
Activate function to show the contact picj
tures.6.Move the Controller to the left.
Pairing
the
mobile
device
with
the
vehicle
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Connect new device"5.Select the functions for which the device willbe used:Seite 57General
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'x "Telephone"'x "Bluetoothn audio"'x "Apps"'x "Apple CarPlay"
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is disjplayed on the Control Display.
6.Search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity of
the mobile device.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the mobile device display.
Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle.7.Depending on the mobile device, a control
number is displayed or the control number must be entered.'xCompare the control number displayed
on the Control Display with the control number on the display of the device.
Confirm the control number on the device
and on the Control Display.'xEnter and confirm the same control numj ber on the device and via iDrive.
The device is connected and displayed in the
device list, refer to page 61.
If connection was not successful: Frequently
Asked Questions, refer to page 58.
Frequently
asked
questions
All requirements are met and all required steps
were completed in the specified order. Despite
that, the mobile device does not function as exj pected.
In this case, the following explanations can help: Why could the mobile phone not be paired or
connected
'xThere are too many Bluetooth devices conj nected to the mobile phone or vehicle.
In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connections
with other devices.
Delete all known Bluetooth connections from
the device list on the mobile phone and start
a new device search.'xThe mobile phone is in power-save mode or
has only a limited remaining battery life.
Charge mobile phone.
Why does the mobile phone no longer react
'xThe applications on the mobile phone do not
function anymore.
Switch the mobile phone off and on again.'xToo high or too low ambient temperatures for
mobile phone operation.
Do not subject the mobile phone to extreme
ambient temperatures.
Why can phone functions not be used via iDrive
'xThe mobile phone may not be properly conj
figured, for instance as Bluetooth audio dej
vice.
Connect the mobile phone with the telej phone or additional phone function.
Why are no or not all phone book entries disj
played or why are they incomplete
'xTransmission of the phone book entries is not yet complete.'xIt is possible that only the phone book entries
of the mobile phone or the SIM card are transmitted.'xIt may not be possible to display phone book
entries with special characters.'xIt may not be possible to transmit contacts
from social networks.'xThe number of phone book entries to be
stored is too high.'xData volume of the contact too large, for inj stance due to stored information such as
notes.
Reduce the data volume of the contact.'xA mobile phone can only be connected as
audio source or as telephone.
Configure the mobile phone and connect it
with the telephone or additional phone funcj
tion.
How can the phone connection quality be imj proved
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'xThe strength of the Bluetooth signal on the
mobile phone can be adjusted, depending on the mobile phone.'xInsert the mobile phone into the snap-in
adapter or place it in the area of the center console.'xInsert mobile phone into the wireless chargj
ing tray.'xAdjust the volume of the microphone and loudspeakers separately.
If all points in this list have been checked and the
required function is still not available, contact the
hotline, a dealerss service center or another qualij
fied service center or repair shop.
USB
connection
General
information Mobile devices with a USB port are connected tothe USB interface.
'xMobile phones.
The snap-in adapter features a separate USB
port that is automatically connected when a
compatible mobile phone is inserted.'xAudio devices with USB port, for instance MP3 player.'xUSB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32
and exFAT are the recommended formats.
The following applications are possible:
'xExporting and importing driver profiles, refer
to page 82.'xPlaying music files via USB audio.'xPlaying videos via USB video.'xLoading of software updates, refer to
page 62.
Follow the following when connecting:
'xDo not use force when plugging the connecj
tor into the USB interface.'xUse a flexible adapter cable.'xProtect the USB storage device against mej
chanical damage.'xDue to the large number of USB media availj
able on the market, it cannot be guaranteed that every device is operable on the vehicle.'xDo not expose USB media to extreme envij
ronmental conditions, such as very high temj peratures; refer to the owner's manual of the
device.'xDue to the many different compression techj niques, proper playback of the media storedon the USB storage device cannot be guarj
anteed in all cases.'xA connected USB storage device will be supj plied with charging current via the USB interj
face if the device supports this.'xTo ensure proper transmission of the stored data, do not charge a USB storage device via
the onboard socket, when it is connected to
the USB interface.'xDepending on how the USB storage device is
being used, settings may be required on the
USB storage device, refer to the owner's
manual of the device.
Not compatible USB media:
'xUSB hard drives.'xUSB hubs.'xUSB memory card readers with multiple inj serts.'xHFS-formatted USB media.'xDevices such as fans or lamps.
Functional
requirement
Compatible device, refer to page 57, with USB
interface.
Connecting
the
device
Connect the USB storage device using a suitable
adapter cable to a USB interface, refer to
page 212.
The USB storage device is displayed in the dej
vice list, refer to page 61.
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Internet
connection
General
information Up to 8 devices can be connected with the Interjnet hotspot.
Functional
requirements'xCompatible device, refer to page 57, with
WiFi interface.'xConnectedDrive contract.'xData contract with a service provider.'xWiFi activated on the device.'xInternet hotspot activated in the vehicle.'xThe ignition is switched on.
Activating
the
Internet
hotspot
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Settings"5."Internet hotspot"
Connecting
device
with
Internet
hotspot
Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4."Connect new device"5. "Internet hotspot"
Hotspot name and hotspot code are disj
played on the Control Display.6.Search for WiFi networks on the device. Sej
lect network name on the device.7.Enter hotspot code on the device and conj nect.With the first Internet usage via the Internet hotj
spot, data volume must be purchased from a service provider.
All devices connected via the Internet hotspot
use this data volume.
If necessary, data volume can be purchased from
the ConnectedDrive Store.
Settings
The network name and hotspot code can be
changed. In addition, the network name can be hidden so that it cannot be found by other devij
ces.
Via iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."iDrive settings"3."Mobile devices"4. Press button.5.'x"Change hotspot key"
Enter the desired hotspot code.'x"Change hotspot name"
Enter the desired network name.'x"Hide hotspot"
Activate or deactivate the function.6.Confirm the entry of the hotspot code or netj work name:
Select the symbol.
Apple
CarPlay
preparation
Concept
CarPlay allows certain functions of a compatible
Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice operation
and iDrive.
Functional
requirements
'xCompatible iPhone, refer to page 57.
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