BMW 335I CONVERTIBLE 2012 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: BMW, Model Year: 2012, Model line: 335I CONVERTIBLE, Model: BMW 335I CONVERTIBLE 2012Pages: 314, PDF Size: 7.72 MB
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Ending a call
Press the button on the steering wheel
or
1."Telephone"
2. "Active calls"
3. "End call"
Entering phone numbers
Dialing a number
When entering phone numbers, you can switch
between entering letters and numbers.
Service numbers can be entered more easily,
e.g. 1-888-BMW-CARD.
1."Telephone"
2. "Dial number"
3. Select the digits individually.
4. Switch to letters if necessary.
Select the symbol.
Select the letters individually.
5. Select the symbol.
Select the symbol to switch to numbers. It is also possible to enter phone numbers by
voice. Only numbers can be spoken aloud.
Association of letters/numbers
Calls with multiple parties
General information
It is possible to switch
between two calls or to
connect two calls to establish a conference call.
These functions must be supported by the
mobile phone and by the service provider.
Accepting a call while speaking to
another party
This function may have to be activated by the
service provider and the mobile phone may
need to be adjusted for this.
When a second call comes in during an ongoing
call, a call-waiting signal sounds.
"Accept"
The call is accepted and the existing call is put
on hold.
Establishing a second call
Establish another call during an active call.
1. "Telephone"
2. "Active calls"
3. "Hold"
LetterNumber
ABC 2
DEF 3
GHI 4
JKL 5
MNO 6
PQRS 7
TUV 8
WXYZ 9
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The existing call is put on hold.
4. D ial the new phone num ber o r se lect it fro m
a list.
"Return"
The call on hold is continued.
Switching between two calls, toggling
Active call: highlighted.
The call on hold is identified with:
"on hold...".
"Swap calls"
The phone switches to the call on hold.
Establishing a conference call
Two calls can be connec ted to a single tele-
phone conference call. 1.
Establish two calls.
2. "Conference call"
When terminating a conference call, both calls
are ended. If one call is terminated by another
party, the other call can be continued.
Muting the microphone
The microphone can be muted in active calls.
1. "Telephone"
2. "Active calls"
3. "Microphone mute"
The muted microphone is automatically acti-
vated:
> If a new call is made.
> When switching between callers on hold.
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Keypad dialing
Use keypad dialing to gain access to network
services or to control de vices, e.g. to remotely
access an answering machine. This requires
the DTMF code.
1. "Telephone"
2. Select contact from a list or "Dial number"
3. "Keypad dialing"
4. Enter a DTMF code.
Phone book
Displays
The phone book accesses the contacts of the
telephone and shows all contacts for which a
phone number is entered. The entries can be
selected to make a call.
1. "Telephone"
2. "Phone book"
A symbol indicates the storage location of the
contacts, refer to page 218.
Calling a contact
Contacts with a stored phone number: select
the desired contact. Th e connection is estab-
lished.
Contacts with more than one stored phone
number: select the desired contact and then
select the phone number. The connection is
established.
Editing a contact
Changing entries in the "Contacts" menu. If a
contact is changed, the changes are not stored
in the mobile phone. A copy of the entry is
stored in the vehicle.
1. Highlight the contact.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Edit entry"
The contact can be edited.
Redialing
General information
The list of dialed number s in the mobile phone
are transferred to the vehicle, depending on the
mobile phone. In some cases, only numbers
that were dialed from the vehicle are displayed.
The last 20 phone numbers dialed are dis-
played. The sorting of the phone numbers
depends on the mobile phone.
Dialing the number via iDrive
1. "Telephone"
2. "Redial"
3. Select the desired entry and phone number,
if necessary.
SymbolMeaning
Contact with a stored phone number.
Contact with more than one stored
phone number.
Call not possible. The mobile phone
has no reception or network or a Ser-
vice Request is currently active.
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The connection is established.
Deleting a single en
try or all entries
Deleting entries depends upon the mobile
phone.
1.Highlight the entry.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Delete entry" or "Delete list".
Saving an entry in the contacts
1.Highlight the entry.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing
contact".
4. Select contact if necessary.
5. Select the type of number: "Home", "Busi-
ness", "Mobile" or "Other".
6. Complete the entr ies if necessary.
7. "Store contact"
Received calls
Displaying calls
The list of received calls in the mobile phone is
transferred into the vehicle, depending on the
mobile phone. In some cases, only calls that
were received in the vehicle are displayed.
The last 20 calls receiv ed are displayed. The
sorting and displaying of phone numbers
depends on the mobile phone.
1. "Telephone"
2. "Received calls"
Calling a number from the list
Select an entry.
The connection is established.
Deleting a single en try or all entries
Deleting entries depends upon the mobile
phone.
1.Highlight the entry.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Delete entry" or "Delete list".
Saving an entry in the contacts
1.Highlight the entry.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing
contact".
4. Select contact if necessary.
5. Select the type of number: "Home", "Busi-
ness", "Mobile" or "Other".
6. Complete the entr ies if necessary.
7. "Store contact"
Hands-free system
General information
Calls being conducted using the hands-free
system can be continued using the mobile
phone and vice versa.
From the mobile phone to the
hands-free system
Calls that have been in itiated from outside the
Bluetooth range of the vehicle can be continued
using the hands-free system if the ignition is
switched on.
Depending on the mobile phone, the call is
automatically switched to hands-free mode.
If the switch does not occur automatically, then
follow the instructions that appear on the dis-
play of the mobile phone, also refer to the
Owner's Manual for the mobile phone.
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From hands-free system to mobile
phone
Calls being conducted using the hands-free
system can also be cont inued using the mobile
phone if so desired, depending on the mobile
phone.
At this point, follow the instructions that appear
on the display of the mobile phone, also refer to
the Owner's Manual for the mobile phone.
Operation by voice
With voice acti vation system:
Operation, refer to page 25.
Without voice activation system:
Depending upon the equipment, the mobile
phone can be voice-operated as described
below.
The list of short commands in the Owner's
Manual applies only to th is type of voice activa-
tion.
The concept
> The mobile phone can be operated without
removing your hand from the steering
wheel.
> In many cases, the entry process is sup-
ported by means of announcements or
questions.
> {...}indicates commands for voice activa-
tion.
Voice commands
Activating voice activation system
1. Press the button on the steering wheel.
2. Say the command.
Finishing voice input
Press the button on the steering wheel
or
Possible commands
Having possible commands read aloud
The system understands default commands
that must be spoken word for word.
Possible commands are read aloud.
Digits from zero to nine are recognized.
Each digit can be spoken individually or com-
bined into a sequence to accelerate the entry
process.
Using alternative commands
There are often a number of commands to run a
function, e.g.:
Example: dialing phone numbers
1. Press the button on the steering wheel.
2. {Dial number }
The system replies: {{Please say the num-
ber }}.
3. For example: {123 456 7890 }
The system replies: {{123 456 7890. Con-
tinue ? }}
4. {Dial }
The system replies: {{Dialing number }}
Calling
Dialing phone numbers
The connection to the desired subscriber is
established.
Correcting phone number
Digit sequences can be deleted after the sys-
tem has repeated the digits.
{ Cancel }.
{Help }.
{ Dial name } or {Name}.
1. {Dial number }.
2. Say the phone number.
3. {Dial }.
{ Correct number }.
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The command can be repeated as often as nec-
essary.
Deleting phone number
All digits entered up to
this point are deleted.
Redialing
Voice phone book
Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, it
may be necessary to cr eate your own voice
phone book.
The entries must be entered using voice com-
mands and are separate fr om the memory in the
mobile phone. Up to 50 entries can be set up.
Store the entry
Delete the entry
Delete all entries To listen to and select the entries
Select an entry
Adjusting volume
Turn knob during announcement.
>
The volume remains the same, even if the
volume of other audio sources is changed.
> The volume is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Notes
Notes on Emergency Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to ini-
tiate an emergency call. In stressful situations,
the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can
unnecessarily delay the establishment of a tele-
phone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 276,
in the vicinity of the interior rearview mirror.
Ambient conditions
> Say the commands, numbers and letters
smoothly and with normal volume, empha-
sis and speed.
> Always say the commands in the language
of the system. The language of the voice
activation of the mobile phone is preset and
cannot be changed via the Control Display.
> Keep the doors, windows, glass roof, and
convertible top closed to prevent interfer-
ence from outside noise.
> Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
{
Delete }.
{ Redial }.
1. {Save name }.
2. Say the name aloud. Do not exceed a
speaking duration of about 2 seconds.
3. Say the phone number after being
prompted to do so by the system.
4. {Save }.
1. {Delete name }.
2. Say the name when prompted.
3. Confirm request: {Yes }
1. {Delete phonebook }.
The dialog for deleting phone book is
opened.
2. Confirm request: {Yes }
3. Confirm request again: {Yes }
1. {Read phonebook }.
The dialog for reading phone book is
opened.
2. Say {Dial number } when the desired
entry is read.
1. {Dial name }.
2. Say the name when prompted.
3. Confirm request: {Yes }
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Snap-in adapter
General information
Detailed information on snap-in adapters that
compatibly support mobile phone functions can
be found at your BMW center.
Notes
At high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and some
functions may no longer be carried out.
When using the mobile phone via the vehicle,
follow the operating instructions of the mobile
phone.
Installation location
In the center armrest.
Inserting snap-in adapter
1.Press the button and remove the cover.
2. Insert the snap-in adapter at the front,
arrow 1, and press downward, arrow 2, until
it clicks into place.
Inserting mobile phone
1.Depending on the mobile phone, it may be
necessary to remove th e protective cap of
the antenna connector and from the USB
connection of the mobile phone.
2. Push the mobile phone with the buttons
facing upward toward the electrical connec-
tions and press down until it engages.
Removing mobile phone
Press the button and remove the mobile phone.
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Office
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. Equipment is also described
that is not available because of, for example,
selected options or coun
try version. This also
applies to safety related functions and systems.
Overview
General information
Contacts, appointments, tasks, notes, text
messages and mobile phone e-mails can be
displayed using the Control Display if the
mobile phone compatibly supports these func-
tions and the required Bluetooth radio stan-
dards.
For information about which mobile phones and
functions support the functions of Office, go to
www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
A limited number of compatible mobile phones
are available for Office.
Contents are only displayed completely when
the vehicle is stopped.
Only read access to th e mobile phone is possi-
ble.
Do not use Office while driving. Make
entries only when tr affic and road condi-
tions permit; otherwise, you may endanger
vehicle occupants and other road users by
being distracted. <
Requirements
>A suitable mobile phon e is paired with the
vehicle and connected. In some mobile
phones, the data acce ss to the mobile
phone must be confirmed. >
Time zone, time, and date, refer to page90,
are correctly set on the Control Display and
on the mobile phone in order, for example,
to correctly display appointments.
> Office is activate d, refer to page205.
Updating
Every time that the mob ile phone is connected
to the vehicle, data are updated. Appointments,
tasks, notes and reminders can be updated
separately.
1. "Office"
2. "Current office", "Calendar", "Tasks",
"Notes" or "Reminders"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Update data"
Data from the mobile phone are again trans-
ferred to the vehicle.
Current office
The number of unread messages and active
tasks as well as upcoming appointments are
displayed.
1."Office"
2. "Current office"
3. Selecting the desired entry to display
details.
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Contacts
General information
Contacts can be created and edited. The con-
tacts from the mobile phone are displayed as
well if this function is supported by the mobile
phone. The addresses can be used as destina-
tions for navigation and the phone numbers can
be dialed.
Displaying contacts
1. "Office"
2. "Contacts"
All contacts are listed in alphabetical order.
Depending on the number of contacts, an A-Z
search is offered.
A symbol indicates the storage location of the
contacts:
Dialing phone numbers
1. Select the desired contact.
2. Select phone number.
The connection is established.
Editing a contact
1.Select the desired contact.
2. "Edit contact"
3. Change the entries.
4. "Store contact in vehicle"
If a contact is changed, the changes are not
stored in the mobile phone. A copy of the entry
is stored in the vehicle, and only this copy is dis-
played.
Selecting a contact as a destination
1. Select the desired contact.
2. Select address.
With contacts from the mobile phone, the
address must be compared with the naviga-
tion data stored in the vehicle. In this case:
Correct the address.
3. "Start guidance" or "Add as another desti-
nation"
Checking the address as a destination
An address that is to be used in route guidance
must correspond to the navigation data stored
in the vehicle. The address can be checked to
ensure this.
1. Select the desired contact and highlight the
address.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Check as destination"
4. Correct and store the address, if necessary.
SymbolStorage location
No
symbol In the vehicle; the address has
not been checked as a destina-
tion.
In the vehicle; the address has
been checked as a destination.
Mobile phone
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If the address is corrected and stored, then a
copy is established in
the vehicle. The address
is not changed on the mobile phone.
New contact
A contact can be associated with up to 8 phone
numbers, 2 addresses, 3 email addresses, and
one Internet address.
1. "Office"
2. "Contacts"
3. Open "Options".
4. "New contact"
5. If input boxes are already filled with previous
entries: "Delete input fields"
6. To fill in the entry fields: select the symbol
next to the entry field.
7. Enter text and assign a contact type.
8. When equipped with a navigation system:
enter address. It is only possible to enter
addresses that are contained in the naviga-
tion data stored in th e vehicle. This ensures
that route guidance is possible for all
addresses.
9. "Accept address" if necessary
10. "Store contact in vehicle"
Contact types
Phone numbers and addresses can be
assigned various contact types.
Defining a home address
It is possible to store a home address. It is listed
at the beginning of the contacts.
1."Home"
2. Create a contact.
3. "Store contact in vehicle"
Selecting name sorting
Names can be displayed in different orders.
1."Office"
2. "Contacts"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Display: last, first name " or "Display: first,
last name"
Depending on how the contacts are stored in
your mobile phone, the sorting of names can
differ from the sorting selected.
Displaying contact pictures
Pictures stored with contacts are stored in the
vehicle when the mobile phone is connected to
the vehicle. The mobile phone must support
this function.
1. "Office"
2. "Contacts"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Configure Bluetooth®"
5. "Show images"
SymbolMeaning
Private phone number
Business phone number
Mobile phone number
Other phone number
Private address
Business address
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