Multimedia

CD/DVD

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Sound output

Switching on/off

If the ignition is switched off: press the button.

Muting

If the ignition is switched on or the engine is running: press the button.

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 compressed audio files.

Starting playback

A CD/DVD is located in the CD/DVD player or DVD changer.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "CD/DVD"

  3. 3.

    Select the desired CD or DVD.

Symbol

Meaning

CD/DVD player.

Playable formats

CD/DVD removal

  1. 1.

    Press the button.

    The CD/DVD is partially ejected.

  2. 2.

    Remove the CD/DVD.

Audio

Selecting the track using the button

Press the button repeatedly until the desired track is played.

Select track via iDrive

Audio CDs
  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "CD/DVD"

  3. 3.

    "Now playing"

  4. 4.

    Select the desired track to begin playback.

CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files

Depending on the data, some letters and numbers of the CD/DVD may not be displayed correctly.

  1. 1.

    "Browse directory"

  2. 2.

    Select the directory if necessary.

    To go up a level in the directory: move the controller to the left.

  3. 3.

    Select the desired track to begin playback.

Displaying information on the track

If information about a track has been stored, it is displayed automatically:

Updating album information

The album information for a CD is displayed automatically. If the album information is not correctly displayed, perhaps because there are several similar albums, the album information can be updated.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "CD/DVD"

  3. 3.

    Open "Options".

  4. 4.

    "Album information"

  5. 5.

    Select the desired entry.

Random playback

All tracks of the CD/DVD are played back in random order.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "CD/DVD"

  3. 3.

    Select the desired CD or DVD.

  4. 4.

    Open "Options".

  5. 5.

    "Random"

Symbol is displayed in the track information before the track name.

Fast forward/reverse

Press and hold the button.

Video

General information

The video image on the front Control Display is switched off when a country-dependent speed is exceeded.

Country codes

Only DVDs with the code of the home region can be played back; also refer to the information on the DVD.

Code

Region

1

USA, Canada.

2

Japan, Europe, Middle East, South Africa.

3

Southeast Asia.

4

Australia, Central and South America, New Zealand.

5

Northwest Asia, North Africa.

6

China.

0

All regions.

Playback

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "CD/DVD"

  3. 3.

    Select a DVD with video content.

  4. 4.

    "Play"

Video menu

To open the video menu:

Press the button during playback.

Symbol

Function

Open the DVD menu.

Start playback.

Pause

Stop

Next chapter.

Previous chapter.

Fast forward.

Reverse.

In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases every time the controller is pressed. To stop, start playback.

DVD menu

Many DVDs have their own menus. The display depends on the contents of the DVD.

  1. 1.

    If necessary, press this button to call up the Video menu.

  2. 2.

    "DVD menu"

  3. 3.

    To select menu items: move the controller and press it.

Settings for DVD

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.

  1. 1.

    Turn the controller during playback.

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Language"

  4. 4.

    Select the desired language.

Selecting the subtitles

The subtitles that are available depend on the DVD.

  1. 1.

    Turn the controller during playback.

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Invalid file"

  4. 4.

    Select the desired language or "Do not display subtitles".

Setting the brightness, contrast and color
  1. 1.

    Turn the controller during playback.

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Display settings"

  4. 4.

    "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color"

  5. 5.

    Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the controller.

Selecting the zoom

Display the video image on the entire screen.

  1. 1.

    Turn the controller during playback.

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Additional options"

  4. 4.

    "Zoom mode"

Selecting a track

DVD video:

  1. 1.

    Turn the controller when the DVD menu is displayed.

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Additional options"

  4. 4.

    "Select track"

  5. 5.

    Select the desired track.

Selecting the camera angle

The availability of a different camera angle depends on the DVD and the current DVD track.

  1. 1.

    Turn the controller during playback.

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Additional options"

  4. 4.

    "Viewing angle"

  5. 5.

    Select the desired camera angle.

Call the main menu or the DVD submenu, Back

These functions are not contained on every DVD. Therefore, they may not be available for use.

Hints

CD/DVD player and changer

CDs and DVDs

General malfunctions

Humidity

High levels of humidity can lead to condensation on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens, and temporarily prevent playback.

Malfunctions involving individual CDs/DVDs

If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/DVDs, this can be due to one of the following causes:

Home-recorded CDs/DVDs
Damage
CDs/DVDs with copy protection

CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy protection feature by the manufacturer. This can mean that some CDs/DVDs cannot be played or can only be played to a limited extent.

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DTS Digital Surround™

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External devices

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The concept

Various external devices can be connected to the vehicle. The sound is output through the vehicle loudspeakers. The system can be operated via iDrive, depending on how the external device is connected to the vehicle.

Symbol

Meaning

AUX-IN port.

USB audio interface.

Music interface for smartphones.

Bluetooth audio.

AUX-IN port

At a glance

Connecting

The AUX-IN port is located in the center armrest.

Connect the headphones or line-out connector of the device to the AUX-IN port.

Playback

  1. 1.

    Connect the audio device, switch it on and select a track on the audio device.

  2. 2.

    "Multimedia"

  3. 3.

    "AUX front"

Volume

The volume of the sound output is dependent on the audio device. If this volume differs markedly from the volume of the other audio sources, it is advisable to adjust the volumes.

Adjusting the volume
  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "AUX front"

  3. 3.

    "Volume"

  4. 4.

    Turn the controller until the desired volume is set and press the controller.

USB audio interface

At a glance

It is possible to connect external devices. Operation can be performed via iDrive. The sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.

Connectors for external devices

Due to the large number of audio devices available on the market, it cannot be guaranteed that every device/mobile phone is operable on the vehicle.

Depending on the configuration of the audio files, e.g., bit rates greater than 256 kbit/s or the number of different compression technologies, the files may not play back correctly in each case.

Ask your service center about suitable devices/mobile phones.

Audio files

Playback of standard audio and video files as well as playlists is possible.

File systems

Popular file systems for USB devices are supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the recommended formats.

Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB audio interface

The USB audio interface is located in the center arm rest.

Use a flexible adapter cable for connecting, e.g., the original iPod/iPhone adapter cable.

Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone to the USB interface.

The Apple iPod/iPhone menu structure is supported by the USB audio interface.

Connection of a USB device via the USB audio interface

The USB audio interface is located in the center arm rest.

Use a flexible adapter cable for connecting to help protect the USB port and the USB device from mechanical damage. The adapter cable supplied with the USB device would be ideal.

Connect the USB device to the USB interface.

After connecting for the first time

Information on all music tracks, e.g., artist, genre or track, as well as playback lists, are transmitted into the vehicle. This may take some time, depending on the USB device and the number of tracks.

During transmission, the tracks can be called up via the file directory.

Number of tracks

Information from up to four USB devices or for approx. 40,000 tracks can be stored in the vehicle. If a fifth device is connected or if more than 40,000 tracks are stored, information on existing tracks will be deleted.

Copy protection

Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Management, DRM, cannot be played.

Playback

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select symbolor.

Playback is started.

Track search

Tracks are displayed if they have been saved in the Latin alphabet.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select theorsymbol.

  4. 4.

    "Music search"

Track search using information
  1. 1.

    Select the desired category, e.g., "Genre" or "Artist".

    All entries are displayed in a list.

    • Open "A-Z search" and input the desired 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.

    • Select the desired entry from the list.

  2. 2.

    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 displayed.

  3. 3.

    "Play"

Restarting a track search

"Reset search"

Browsing a directory

If connection is via the USB audio interface in the center console, the file directory of the device can be displayed.

"Browse directory"

A list of directories and tracks is displayed.

This symbol identifies directories.

Select a track:

Select the desired track or directory.

To go up a level in the directory, move the controller to the left.

Playback lists

Calling up playback lists.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select theorsymbol.

  4. 4.

    "Playlists"

  5. 5.

    Select the desired playlist.

More media, audio books, podcasts, videos

Audio books, podcasts and videos on the device can be called separately.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select symbolor.

  4. 4.

    "Additional Media"

  5. 5.

    Call the desired medium:

    • "Audio books"

    • "Podcasts"

    • "Video"

Video playback

At a glance

Video playback is possible with USB devices.

Playback

The video image is displayed on the front Control Display up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/h in some countries, it is only displayed if the parking brake is set or if the automatic transmission is in transmission position P.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select symbolor.

  4. 4.

    "Additional Media"

  5. 5.

    "Video"

  6. 6.

    Select the directory if necessary.

    To go up a level in the directory: move the controller to the left.

  7. 7.

    Select the desired video file to begin playback.

Video menu

Symbol

Function

Next video file.

Previous video file.

Double-click on an icon to play back previous video file.

Current playback

List of tracks that is currently being played. For example, the list of tracks that was found in the track search or a playlist.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select symbolor.

  4. 4.

    "Now playing"

Random playback

The current list of tracks is played back in random order.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Open "Options".

  4. 4.

    "Random"

Symbol is displayed in the track information before the track name.

iPod/iPhone: the playlist is displayed in random order and the tracks are played in the order they appear.

USB device: the playlist is displayed in the conventional order and the tracks are played in random order.

Fast forward/reverse

Press and hold the button.

Hints

Information on connection

Bluetooth audio

At a glance

Requirements

Pairing and connecting

  1. 1.

    "Settings"

  2. 2.

    "Connections"

  3. 3.

    "Bluetooth®"

  4. 4.

    "Add new device"

    The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is displayed in the Control Display.

  5. 5.

    Perform additional steps on the device, refer to the device operating instructions: for instance, search for or connect the Bluetooth device or a new device.

    The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears on the device display.

  6. 6.

    Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on the device display.

  7. 7.

    You are prompted by the iDrive or mobile phone to enter the same Bluetooth passkey. Enter the passkey and confirm.

    Or:

    Compare the control number in the display of the vehicle to the control number in the display of the mobile phone. Confirm the control number in the mobile phone and in the vehicle.

    "OK"

  8. 8.

    Select functions for which the device is to be used, e.g., "Bluetooth® audio".

  9. 9.

    "OK"

If pairing was successful, the device is displayed as connected.

White symbol: the device is active as an audio source.

If pairing was unsuccessful: What to do if....

Connecting a specific device

A device that has already been paired can be connected as an active audio source.

Requirements

If necessary, activate the audio connection of the desired device from the list of paired devices.

  1. 1.

    "Settings"

  2. 2.

    "Connections"

  3. 3.

    "Bluetooth®"

  4. 4.

    Open "Options".

  5. 5.

    "Configure device"

  6. 6.

    "Audio"

  7. 7.

    "OK"

Connecting the device
  1. 1.

    "Settings"

  2. 2.

    "Connections"

  3. 3.

    "Bluetooth®"

  4. 4.

    Select the device that is to be connected.

White symbol: the device is active as an audio source.

Playback

General information
Current playback

List of tracks that is currently being played. For example, the list of tracks that was found using music search, a playlist or the list of similar tracks found.

  1. 1.

    Connect the device.

  2. 2.

    "Multimedia"

  3. 3.

    "External devices"

  4. 4.

    Select the symbol.

  5. 5.

    "Now playing"

Search

Depending on the device, it is possible to search using criteria such as the artist or the file directory.

  1. 1.

    Connect the device.

  2. 2.

    "Multimedia"

  3. 3.

    "External devices"

  4. 4.

    Select the symbol.

  5. 5.

    "Music search"

Playback lists

Calling up playback lists.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select the symbol.

  4. 4.

    "Playlists"

  5. 5.

    Select the desired playlist.

More media, audio books, podcasts

Audio books and podcasts on the device can be called separately.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select the symbol.

  4. 4.

    "Additional Media"

  5. 5.

    Call the desired medium:

    • "Audio books"

    • "Podcasts"

Changing the track

Depending on the particular device, some of the functions may not be available.

Symbol

Function

Next track.

Previous music track.

Fast forward/reverse

Press and hold the button.

Random playback
  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select the symbol.

  4. 4.

    Open "Options".

  5. 5.

    "Random"

Disconnecting the audio connection

  1. 1.

    "Settings"

  2. 2.

    "Connections"

  3. 3.

    "Bluetooth®"

  4. 4.

    Highlight the desired device.

  5. 5.

    Open "Options".

  6. 6.

    "Configure device"

  7. 7.

    "Audio"

  8. 8.

    "OK"

Unpairing a device

  1. 1.

    "Settings"

  2. 2.

    "Connections"

  3. 3.

    "Bluetooth®"

  4. 4.

    Highlight the device that is to be unpaired.

  5. 5.

    Open "Options".

  6. 6.

    "Remove device"

What to do if...

Information on suitable devices can be found at www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth

The device could not be paired or connected.

Music cannot be played back.

Music files can only be played back softly.

Playback is disturbed when buttons are pressed or by other messages on the device.

Playback is paused by a telephone call or traffic bulletin and is not resumed automatically.

If all points in this list have been checked and the required function is still not available, contact the hotline or the service center.

Software Update

The vehicle supports various external devices depending on the current software version. With a software update, compatibility with the vehicle can be improved, so that the vehicle can support new mobile phones or new external devices, for example.

The updating of the software is done via:

Note

Installation must only be carried out while the vehicle is stationary. To complete the installation, the ignition must be switched off.

Displaying the current version

The currently installed software is displayed.

  1. 1.

    "Settings"

  2. 2.

    "Software update"

  3. 3.

    "Show current version"

If an update has been carried out before, select the desired version to display additional information.

Updating software via USB

The software may only be updated when the vehicle is stationary.

  1. 1.

    Store the file for the software update in the main directory of a USB flash drive.

  2. 2.

    Insert the USB flash drive into the USB interface in the center armrest and switch on the ignition.

  3. 3.

    "Settings"

  4. 4.

    "Software update"

  5. 5.

    "Update software"

  6. 6.

    "USB".

  7. 7.

    "Install software."

  8. 8.

    "OK"

  9. 9.

    Wait for installation.

  10. 10.

    Switch off the ignition, and wait until the Control Display has shut down.

Updating software via BMW TeleServices

The software can be transferred while driving, and if the journey is interrupted it will resume automatically the next time the vehicle is driven. All other functions remain available during the transfer. Wireless reception must be available for the transfer to take place.

Installation of the software must only be carried out while the vehicle is stationary.

  1. 1.

    Switch on the ignition.

  2. 2.

    "Settings"

  3. 3.

    "Software update"

  4. 4.

    "Update software"

  5. 5.

    "BMW TeleService"

  6. 6.

    "Download software"

  7. 7.

    "Install software."

  8. 8.

    "OK"

  9. 9.

    Wait for installation.

  10. 10.

    Switch off the ignition, and wait until the Control Display has shut down.

Restoring the software version

The software version before the last software update or the version before the first software update can be restored.

The software may only be restored when the vehicle is stationary.

  1. 1.

    Switch on the ignition.

  2. 2.

    "Settings"

  3. 3.

    "Software update"

  4. 4.

    "Restore previous version"

  5. 5.

    "Previous version" or "Default SW status"

  6. 6.

    "Remove software"

  7. 7.

    "OK"

  8. 8.

    Wait for restore.

  9. 9.

    Switch off the ignition, and wait until the Control Display has shut down.

Connections

Mobile phones, MP3 players or PCs can be connected to the vehicle and used for various applications.

  1. 1.

    "Settings"

  2. 2.

    "Connections"

  3. 3.

    The following connection types are available:

Music collection

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Storing music

The concept

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.

General information

Hints

Tracks with DRM copy protection can be stored but cannot be played back.

Storing from a CD/DVD

  1. 1.

    Insert a CD or DVD into the CD/DVD player.

  2. 2.

    "Multimedia"

  3. 3.

    "CD/DVD"

  4. 4.

    Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player.

  5. 5.

    "Store 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 sequence.

Observe the following during the storage process:

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 interrupting the storage process. Tracks from the current CD/DVD that have already been stored can be called up.

Canceling storing from a CD/DVD

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "CD/DVD"

  3. 3.

    "Storing…"

  4. 4.

    "Cancel storing"

The storage process is interrupted and can be continued at any time.

Continuing the storage process

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "CD/DVD"

  3. 3.

    Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player.

  4. 4.

    "Continue storing"

Storage of the CD/DVD 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 information is available in the vehicle database or on the CD.

To update the database, contact your service center.

Storing from a USB device

  1. 1.

    Connect the USB device to the USB interface.

  2. 2.

    "Multimedia"

  3. 3.

    "External devices"

  4. 4.

    Select USB device.

  5. 5.

    "Import new music"

Canceling storing from a USB device

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "External devices"

  3. 3.

    Select USB device.

  4. 4.

    "Cancel music import"

The storing process is canceled.

Playing music

Music search

All tracks for which additional information has been stored can be accessed by the music search. Tracks that have been saved without additional information can be called up via the music directory.

On the Control Display:

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Music search"

  4. 4.

    Select the desired category.

  5. 5.

    Select the desired entry:

    • Select "A-Z search" and input the desired entry.

      All entries in which the character string entered is contained are listed, even if the string does not occur at the beginning of the entry.

    • Select the desired entry from the list.

  6. 6.

    Select other categories if you wish.

    The tracks found are listed in alphabetical order.

  7. 7.

    "Play"

Restarting the music search

"Reset search"

Music search using spoken instructions

Instructions for voice activation system.

  1. 1.

    Press the button on the steering wheel.

  2. 2.

    ›Search media‹

  3. 3.

    Open the desired category, e.g., ›Which artists are available‹.

    Say the desired entry in the list.

  4. 4.

    Select other categories if you wish.

To select a track directly: ›Track ...‹.

Say the voice command and the name of the desired track in a single command.

Music directory

All stored albums are listed in the music directory.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Music search"

  4. 4.

    "Browse directory"

    All stored directories are displayed in a list.

  5. 5.

    Select the desired directory.

    To go up a level in the directory: move the controller to the left.

Symbol

Format

Audio CDs.

Compressed audio files.

Sorting a music directory

The list can be sorted alphabetically by name or by the date saved.

  1. 1.

    "Sorting"

  2. 2.

    "By name" or "By date"

Current playback

List of tracks that is currently being played. For example, the list of tracks that was found using music search, a playlist or the list of similar tracks found.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Now playing"

  4. 4.

    Select the desired track, if necessary.

Playback lists

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Playlists"

The following lists are displayed:

Deleting a playlist
  1. 1.

    "Playlists"

  2. 2.

    Highlight a playlist that is to be deleted.

  3. 3.

    Open "Options".

  4. 4.

    "Delete playlist"

Deleting all playlists
  1. 1.

    "Playlists"

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Delete all playlists"

Similar music

You can carry out a search for music stored in the vehicle that is similar to the track currently being played.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Similar titles (HDD)"

    A list with the found tracks is displayed.

  4. 4.

    Select the desired track.

The list is saved as a playlist.

Up to 100 tracks can be stored. The number or playlists is limited, and storing a new playlist may cause an old one to be deleted.

Favorites

If a track is currently being played, it can be marked and stored as a favorite.

Saving a track as a favorite

A track can only be stored as a favorite if it is currently being played.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Add to favorites"

Calling stored favorites
  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Playlists"

  4. 4.

    "My favorites"

  5. 5.

    Select the desired track.

The favorites can be stored in the vehicle as playlist.

Deleting single tracks from favorites
  1. 1.

    Call the track you want to delete from the list of favorites.

  2. 2.

    "Delete from favorites"

Deleting tracks from favorites

Individual or all tracks can be deleted from the favorites.

  1. 1.

    "Playlists"

  2. 2.

    "My favorites"

  3. 3.

    Open "Options".

  4. 4.

    "Delete title from favorites" or "Delete all titles from favorites"

Storing favorites as playlists

The list of favorites can be stored in the vehicle as a playlist.

  1. 1.

    "My favorites"

  2. 2.

    Open "Options".

  3. 3.

    "Save as playlist"

Audio books and podcasts

Audio books and podcasts can be called separately.

  1. 1.

    "Additional Media"

  2. 2.

    Open the desired entry:

    • "Audio books"

    • "Podcasts"

  3. 3.

    Call the desired file.

Random playback

All tracks of the selection are played back in random order.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    Open "Options".

  4. 4.

    "Random"

Symbol is displayed in the track information before the track name.

Managing music

Music directory

Renaming folders or tracks

The name of the album, if available, is automatically entered when the album is stored. If the name is not available, it can be changed later if desired.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Music search"

  4. 4.

    "Browse directory"

  5. 5.

    Highlight the desired folder or track.

  6. 6.

    Open "Options".

  7. 7.

    "Rename title" or "Rename folder"

  8. 8.

    Select the letters individually.

Deleting a directory

A directory cannot be deleted while a track from that directory is being played.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Music search"

  4. 4.

    "Browse directory"

  5. 5.

    Mark the desired directory.

  6. 6.

    Open "Options".

  7. 7.

    "Delete directory"

Deleting tracks and folders

A track cannot be deleted while it is being played. A folder cannot be deleted while a track from that folder is being played.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    "Music search"

  4. 4.

    "Browse directory"

  5. 5.

    Highlight the folder or track.

  6. 6.

    Open "Options".

  7. 7.

    "Delete folder" or "Delete title"

Free memory capacity

Display the free memory capacity in the music collection.

  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    Open "Options".

  4. 4.

    "Manage music collection"

  5. 5.

    "Free memory"

Managing the music collection

The entire music collection in the vehicle can be saved to a USB device and re-imported to a vehicle as required.

Backing up the music collection

When making a backup, 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 up to two hours. Therefore, it is best to perform the backup during a long trip. If the backup cannot be finished, do not remove the USB medium, the backup will be resumed on the next journey.

  1. 1.

    Connect the USB medium to the USB port in the center armrest.

  2. 2.

    "Multimedia"

  3. 3.

    "Music collection"

  4. 4.

    Open "Options".

  5. 5.

    "Manage music collection"

  6. 6.

    "Backup music on USB"

Storing the music collection in the vehicle

When the music collection is saved from the USB device, the existing music collection in the vehicle is replaced. It is best to perform the storage operation during a relatively long trip. If storing cannot be finished, do not remove the USB medium, the operation will be resumed on the next journey.

  1. 1.

    Connect the USB medium to the USB port in the center armrest.

  2. 2.

    "Multimedia"

  3. 3.

    "Music collection"

  4. 4.

    Open "Options".

  5. 5.

    "Manage music collection"

  6. 6.

    "Restore music from USB"

Deleting the music collection
  1. 1.

    "Multimedia"

  2. 2.

    "Music collection"

  3. 3.

    Open "Options".

  4. 4.

    "Manage music collection"

  5. 5.

    "Delete music"

  6. 6.

    If necessary, select the category whose tracks are to be deleted.

  7. 7.

    "Delete music"

Online Entertainment

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The concept

iDrive can be used to access an online music service.

The music provided there can be played and stored in the vehicle. Stored tracks can also be played when there is no mobile communication connection.

The owner's manual for Online Entertainment is available on the Internet.