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The telephone number and electronic serial
number, ESN, are displayed.
5.Call Sirius to deactivate the channels.
Selecting channels
You can only listen to activated channels.
The selected channel is stored for the remote
control currently in use.
Using iDrive
1."Radio"
2."Satellite radio"
3.Select "All Channels" or the desired cate-
gory.
4.Select desired channel.
Using the button near the CD/DVD
player
Press the button for the corresponding
direction.
The next channel is selected.
Using direct channel entry
1."Radio"
2."Satellite radio"3."Select channel"
4.Turn the controller until the desired channel
is displayed and press the controller.
Storing channel
1."Radio"
2."Satellite radio"
3.Select "All Channels" or the desired cate-
gory.
4.Select desired channel.
5.Press the controller again.
6.Press the controller again in order to con-
firm selection of the highlighted channel.
7.Select the desired memory location.
The channels are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
You can also store the channels on the pro-
grammable memory buttons, refer to page.20.
Change list view
The list view changes each time the first symbol
on the navigation bar is pressed.
Information about the channel is displayed.
SymbolFunction
Channel name
Artist
Track
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5.Select the desired league.
6.Select "Add all teams" or a desired team.
Accessing favorites
If an activated favorite is being played, then the
message "Playing favorite!" appears for
approx. 20 seconds.
Select "Favorites" while the message is
being displayed.
The displayed favorite will be played.
If it receives no notification, the system
switches into the My Favorites category. All of
the favorites currently being broadcast can be
selected from a list.
Managing favorites
Activating/deactivating favorites
Favorites can be activated or deactivated glo-
bally and individually.
1."Satellite radio"
2."Manage favorites"
3.Select "Activate alert" or desired favorites.The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Deleting favorites
1."Satellite radio"
2."Manage favorites"
3.Highlight the favorites you wish to delete.
4.Open "Options".
5."Delete entry"
Traffic Jump
Traffic and weather information for a selected
region are broadcast at intervals of a few min-
utes.
Selecting region
1."Radio"
2."Satellite radio"
3.Open "Options".
4."Set Jump"
5.Select the desired region.
The region is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Activating/deactivating Jump
1."Radio"
2."Satellite radio"
3."Jump to:"
As soon as information about the selected
region becomes available, it is broadcast.
A new panel appears in the display.
Cancel Traffic Jump: "Cancel".
Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic
Jump.
SymbolMeaning
Information will be broadcast
soon.
Information is currently being
broadcast.
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CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer
CD/DVD playback
Inserting CD/DVD
Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the labeled
side facing upward. The CD/DVD is automati-
cally pulled in.
Playback starts automatically if the sound out-
put is on. CDs/DVDs with compressed audio
files can take a few minutes to read, depending
on their directory structure.
Playable formats
CD/DVD player
>DVD: DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-
RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD
audio (video part only), DVD video
>CD: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA,
VCD, SVCD
>Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC
CD changer
*
>CD: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA
DVD changer
*
>DVD: DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-
RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD
audio (video part only), DVD video, CD: CD-
ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, VCD, SVCD
Starting playback
Using iDrive
Fill and insert CD/DVD magazine, refer to
page175.
To start playback if a CD is already located in
the player or changer:
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."CD/DVD"
3.Select the desired CD or DVD:
Ejecting CD/DVD
Press the button next to the CD/DVD player.
The CD/DVD emerges slightly from the drive.
*
SymbolFunction
CD/DVD player
CD/DVD changer
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5."Random"
CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files: the
directories and the tracks contained therein are
played back in random sequence.
Random mode is switched off when the audio
source is changed or the ignition is switched off.
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the button for the corre-
sponding direction.
Automatic replay*
Selected tracks, directories, or CDs/DVDs are
automatically replayed.
Video playback*
Country codes
Only DVDs with the code of the home region
can be played back; also refer to the information
on your DVD.
Starting playback
For your own safety, the video image is only dis-
played up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/h;
in certain country-specific equipment configu-
rations, the video image will only display if the
hand brake is engaged.
DVD video
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."CD/DVD"
3.Select a DVD with video content.
4. "DVD menu"
5.Start the DVD via the DVD menu.
VCD/SVCD
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."CD/DVD"
3.Select a CD/DVD with video content.
4. "Select track"
5.Select the desired track.
The CD/DVD starts to play.
CodeRegion
1USA, Canada
2 Japan, Europe, Middle East,
South Africa
3 Southeast Asia
4 Australia, Central and South Amer-
ica, New Zealand
5 Northwest Asia, North Africa
6China
0 All regions
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4."Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color"
5.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is displayed and then press the controller.
Zoom
Display the video image on the full screen.
1.Turn the controller during playback.
2.Open "Options".
3."Additional options"
4."Zoom mode"
Selecting title
DVD video:
1.Turn the controller during playback.
2.Open "Options".
3."Additional options"
4."Select title"
5.Select the desired track.
VCD/SVCD:
1. "Select track"
2.Select the desired track.
Camera angle*
The camera angle depends on the DVD.1.Turn the controller during playback.
2.Open "Options".
3."Additional options"
4."Viewing angle"
5.Select the desired camera angle.
Opening the main menu, back
These functions are not contained on every
DVD. Therefore, they may not be available for
use.
CD/DVD changer*
The BMW CD/DVD changer for six CDs/DVDs is
accommodated in the glove compartment.
Controls and displays
1Emptying CD/DVD compartments
2LEDs under the CD/DVD slot
flash when CDs/DVDs can be inserted.
3Buttons for CD/DVD compartments
The LED lights up when a CD/DVD is in the
compartment.
4CD/DVD slot
5Loading CD/DVD compartments
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Humidity
High levels of humidity can lead to condensa-
tion on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens and
temporarily prevent playback.
Malfunctions with individual CDs/DVDs
If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/
DVDs, this can be due to one of the following
causes:
Self-recorded CDs/DVDs
Possible reasons for malfunctions with self-
recorded CDs/DVDs are, e.g., inconsistent
data-creation or recording processes, or poor
quality or high age of the CD/DVD blank.
Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with a
pen intended for this purpose.
Damage
Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and mois-
ture.
Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.
Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures
above 1227/506, nor to high humidity levels
or direct sunlight.
CDs/DVDs with copy protection
CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy pro-
tection feature by the manufacturer. This can
m e a n t h a t s o m e C D s / D V D s c a n n o t b e p l a y e d o r
can only be played to a limited extent.
MACROVISION
This product contains copyrighted technology
that is based on multiple registered U.S. pat-
ents and the intellectual property of the Macro-
vision Corporation and other manufacturers.
Use of this copyrighted material must be
approved by Macrovision. Unless otherwise
agreed with Macrovision, media with this pro-
tection may only be used for private purposes.
The copying of this technology is strictly forbid-
den.
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3."Storing..."
4."Cancel storing"
The storage process is interrupted and can be
continued at any time.
Continuing the storage process
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."CD/DVD"
3.Select the symbol for the CD/DVD
player.
4."Continue storing"
Storage of the CD continues at the beginning of
the track at which storage was interrupted.
Album information
During storage, information such as the name
of the artist is stored with the track, if this infor-
mation is available in the vehicle database or on
the CD.
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
devices, such as USB flash drives or MP3
players with a USB interface.
>Unsuitable devices: USB hard disks, USB
hubs, USB memory card readers with multi-
ple inserts, Apple iPod/iPhone.
Music from a USB device can be stored
only via the USB interface in the glove
compartment.<1.Connect the USB device to the USB inter-
face in the glove compartment.
2."CD/Multimedia"
3."Music collection"
4.Open "Options".
5."Music data import/export"
6."Import music (USB)"
Playing music
Music search
All tracks for which additional information has
been stored can be accessed by the music
search. Tracks without additional information
can be called up via the corresponding album.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."Music collection"
3."Music search"
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4."Random"
Managing music
Albums
Renaming an album
The name of the album, if available, is automat-
ically entered when the album is stored. If the
name is unknown, it can be changed later.
An album cannot be renamed while a track from
that album is being played.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."Music collection"
3.Highlight the album.
4.Open "Options".
5."Rename album"
6.Select the letters individually.
Deleting an album
An album cannot be deleted while a track from
the album is being played.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."Music collection"
3.Highlight the album.4.Open "Options".
5."Delete album"
Deleting a directory or track
A track cannot be deleted while it is being
played.
A directory cannot be deleted while a track from
the 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".
Free memory capacity
Display the free memory capacity in the music
collection.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."Music collection"
3.Open "Options".
4."Free memory"
Music collection
Backing up the music collection
The entire music collection can be stored on a
USB medium. 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.
1.Start the engine.
2.Connect the USB device to the USB inter-
face in the glove compartment.
3."CD/Multimedia"
4."Music collection"
5.Open "Options".
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External devices
AUX-IN connection
You can connect an external audio device, e.g.
an MP3 player, and play the sound via the vehi-
cle speakers. The sound can be adjusted via
iDrive.
Connecting
Open the lid of the center armrest.
Connection for audio playback:
TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm
To play audio tracks through the vehicle's
speaker system, connect the headphone or
line-out port of the device with the AUX-IN con-
nection.
Starting audio playback
Connect the audio device, switch it on and
select a track. Operate the system on the audio
device.
Using iDrive
1."CD/Multimedia"
2. "AUX front"
Adjusting volume
The volume of the sound output depends on
the audio device. If this volume differs markedly
from the volume of the other audio sources, it is
advisable to adjust the volumes.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2.Then say "External devices" if applicable.
3. "AUX front"4."Volume"
5.To adjust: turn the controller.
6.To store: press the controller.
USB-audio interface*/
extended connectivity of
music player in mobile
phone*
It is possible to connect external audio devices/
mobile phones. They can be operated using
iDrive. Sound is output on the vehicle loud-
speakers.
Options for connecting external
devices
>Connection via USB audio interface:
Apple iPod/iPhone, USB devices, e.g.
MP3 players, USB memory sticks, or
mobile phones that are supported by the
USB audio interface.
>Connection via snap-in adapter
*, refer to
page212, when equipped with expanded
connection of the music player in the mobile
phone: Apple iPhone/mobile phones. Play-
back is possible only if no audio device/
mobile phone is connected to the USB-
audio interface.
Due to the vast array of audio devices/mobile
phones on the market, it is not possible to
assure that every audio device/mobile phone
can be operated via the vehicle.
Ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center,
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Track search
You can access the tracks via the playback lists
and information. With USB devices you can also
access the tracks via the file directory.
Selection is possible via:
>Playback lists
>Information: type of music, artist, album,
title
>Additionally for USB devices: file directory,
composer
Track titles are displayed if they have been
stored in the Latin alphabet.
Starting the track search
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."External devices"
3.Select the symbol.
The name of the audio device may appear.
4.Select the desired category, "Genre", "Art-
ist".
All entries are displayed in a list. The "A-Z
search" can be used to find specific entries.
>Open "A-Z search" and enter the
desired entry.
>Select the desired entry from the list.
5.Select additional categories if desired.
The tracks found are listed. Not all catego-
ries need to be selected. For example, to
search for all tracks by a certain artist, select
that artist only. All of the tracks by that artist
are then displayed.
6."Start play"
Restarting a track search
"New search"
Playback lists
To open playback lists.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."External devices"
3.Select the symbol.
4."Playlists"
Current playback
List of tracks currently being played.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."External devices"
3.Select the symbol.
4."Current playback"
Random play sequence
You can play the tracks in the selected list in
random order, e.g. all tracks of a single artist.
1."CD/Multimedia"
2."External devices"
3.Open "Options".
4."Random"
Fast forward/reverse
Press and hold the button for the corre-
sponding direction.
Notes
Do not subject the audio device to
extreme environmental conditions, e.g.
extremely high temperatures, refer to the oper-
ating manual of the audio device. Otherwise the
audio device may be damaged, impairing driv-
ing safety while driving.<
Depending on the configuration of the audio
files, e.g. bit rates greater than 256 Kbit/s,
proper playback cannot always be ensured.
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