2008 BMW 335XI audio

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USB-audio interface
You can connect audio devices, e. g. an iPod or
a USB device (MP3 player, USB stick) to the
USB-audio interface. They can be operated via
iDrive.
Standard audio formats, e.g. MP3, WMA, WAV
(PCM) and AAC, and playlists in the M3U format
can be played.
Due the variety of audio devices on the market,
it cannot be guaranteed that every device will
be operable on the vehicle.
Ask your BMW center about what audio devices
are suitable.
Connecting
Lift up the center armrest.
1Connection for audio playback:
TRS connector 1/8"/3.5 mm
2USB interface
Depending on your vehicle's equipment
version, it may contain a storage pouch
for your audio device. The pouch is located
under the center armrest.<
iPod
To connect the iPod use the BMW cable
adapter for Apple iPod. For more information,
contact the BMW center or go to the Internet:
www.bmw.com
To play audio tracks over the vehicle's loud-
speaker system, connect the iPod to ports 1
and 2.The iPod's menu structure is supported by the
USB-audio interface.
USB device
To connect the device, use the included
flexible adapter cable to protect the USB
interface and your USB device against physical
damage.<
To play audio tracks over the vehicle's loud-
speaker system, connect the USB device to
port2.
After the device is connected for the first time,
the information on all tracks (e. g. artist, type of
music) and the playlists are transferred from the
USB device to the vehicle. This procedure may
take some time. The duration depends on the
USB device and the number of tracks.
During transfer, you can select the tracks using
the directories and file names.
After transfer, you can call up the tracks using
the information and playlists.
Information from up to four USB devices or for
about 20,000 tracks can be stored on the vehi-
cle.
If a fifth USB device is connected and if more
than 20,000 tracks are to be stored, the infor-
mation on existing tracks may be lost.
Music tracks with integrated Digital
Rights Management (DRM) cannot be
played.<
Starting audio playback
Via iDrive
If the audio device has a device name, the name
is displayed.
1.Press the button.
This opens the start menu.
2.Move the controller backwards to call up
"Entertainment".
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3.If necessary, move the highlight marker to
the uppermost field. Turn the controller
until "AUX" is selected and press the con-
troller.
4.Select "USB" or the name of the audio
device and press the controller.
Playback begins with the first track.
Via programmable memory keys
You can store the "USB" function on a pro-
grammable memory key to start audio play-
back, refer to page21.
Selecting a track
You can call up the tracks using the playlists
and information. With USB devices you can also
call up tracks using the file directory. The tracks
can be displayed if they have been stored in the
Latin alphabet.1.Make your selection, e.g. "Playlists" or "Art-
ists", and press the controller.
2.Select a track and press the controller.
Displaying information about the track
Any information about the current track that has
been recorded can be displayed, e.g. the name
of the artist.
1.Press the controller during playback.
2.Select "Details" and press the controller.
The information is shown for the current track.

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Repeating tracks
1.Select the current track and press the con-
troller.
2.Select "Repeat track" and press the con-
troller.
Stop repeating:
1.Press the controller.
2.Select "Repeat track" and press the con-
troller.
Random play sequence
You can play the tracks in the selected list in
random order, e. g. all tracks of a single artist.
1.Select the current track and press the con-
troller.
2.Select "Random" and press the controller.
Stop random play:
1.Press the controller.
2.Select "Random" and press the controller.
Fast forward/reverse
Buttons on the steering wheel or CD player:
Press and hold the button for the
corresponding direction.
Notes
Do not expose the audio device to
extreme environmental conditions, e. g.
very high temperatures, refer to the operating
instructions of the audio device. Otherwise the audio device may become damaged, which
could compromise safety while driving.<
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 every case.
Notes on connecting
>The USB-audio interface acts as the power
supply to the connected audio devices, pro-
vided that this is supported by the audio
device. Therefore, do not connect the USB
audio device to the power socket in the
vehicle during operation.
>Do not forcibly connect the plug to the USB
interface.
>Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB-audio interface.
>Do not connect USB hard disks.
>Do not use the USB-audio interface to
charge external devices.

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Activating/deactivating the Bluetooth
link
The use of Bluetooth technology is not
permitted in all countries. Observe all
applicable local regulations. Temporarily deac-
tivate the Bluetooth link between the vehicle
and the mobile phone, if necessary.
If the Bluetooth link is deactivated, you can no
longer operate the mobile phone via the vehicle,
and other devices with a Bluetooth interface
can be used in combination with the mobile
phone, e.g. a laptop.<
To temporarily deactivate the Bluetooth link
between the vehicle and your mobile phone:
1.Press the button to call up the start
menu.
2.Press the controller to open the menu.
3.Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4.Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller.
5.Move the highlight marker to the second
field from the top, select "Settings" and
press the controller.6.Select "Bluetooth communication active"
and press the controller to activate or deac-
tivate the link.
The Bluetooth link is activated.
The Bluetooth link is deactivated.
Adjusting volume
Turn the knob during a call to select the desired
volume.
This volume for the hands-free system is main-
tained, even if the other audio sources are set to
minimum volume.
You can also adjust the volume with buttons on
the steering wheel, refer to page10.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Operation via iDrive
You can operate the following functions using
iDrive:
>Accepting/rejecting calls
>dialing phone numbers
>Selecting phone numbers from the phone
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Example: dialing phone numbers
Start the dialog:
Press the button on the steering wheel.
Adjusting the volume of the
instructions
You can adjust the volume for the instructions
from the system:
Turn the button during an instruction.
This volume for the instructions is maintained,
even if the other audio sources are set to mini-
mum volume.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Calling
Dialing phone numbers
The connection to the desired subscriber is
established.
Correcting phone numbers
After the last spoken sequence of digits has
been repeated by the system, you can delete
this sequence of digits.
The command {Correct number} can be
repeated as often as you like.
Deleting phone numbers
All digits entered up to this point are deleted.
Voice phone book
The phone book entries can be called up auto-
matically from your mobile phone's memory.
Selecting an entry
The connection to the phone number of the
selected entry is established.
Redialing
The {Redial} command calls up "Redial".
CommandVoice control response
{Dial number}{{Please say the number}}
e.g. {123 456 7890}Depending on your equipment version:
{{123 456 7890. Continue?}} or
{{123 456 7890. And next?}}
{Dial}{{Dialing number}}
1.{Dial number}.
2.Say the phone number.
For telephone calls abroad, say {Plus}
and then the country code.
3.{Dial}.
{Correct number}.
The digits are deleted.
{Delete}.
1.{Dial name}.
The dialog for selecting an entry is
opened.
2.Say the name when prompted.
3.Confirm the prompt with {Yes}.

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Entertainment
FunctionCommand
Tone control157{Audio}
To switch on radio160{Radio on},
{FM} or
{AM}
To open "FM"160{FM menu}
To open "AM"160{AM menu}
To open "All stations"160{FM All stations}
To select radio station160{Station} e.g. {Station WNYC} or
{Choose station}
To open "Presets"160{FM presets} or
{AM presets}
To open "Manual"161{FM manual} or
{AM manual} or
{Choose frequency},
{Frequency ... Megahertz}
To select preset radio station162{Preset ...}
e.g. {Preset 1}
To open strongest radio stations161{AM Autostore}
To open "SAT"167{SAT radio menu}
To switch on satellite radio167{SAT radio}
To open "Presets" of the satellite radio168{SAT radio presets}
To open "All channels" of the satellite radio167{SAT radio all channels}
To open "Categories" of the satellite radio167{SAT radio categories}
To open CD player169{CD menu}
To switch on CD player169{CD}
To open CD changer169{CD changer menu}
To switch on CD changer169{CD changer}
To select a CD in the CD changer169{CD 1...6}
To select track170{CD track ...}
To select a CD and track in the CD changer170{CD 1...6 track ...}
To select track170{Track ...}
To open DVD169{DVD player menu}
To switch on DVD169{DVD player}
To select music track on DVD170{DVD track ...}
To start sound output for external audio
device175{Audio Aux on}

Everything from A - Z
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Everything from A - Z
Index
"..." Identifies Control Display
texts used to select
individual functions and
refers you to the page where
these texts can be found.
A
ABS Antilock Brake
System86
ACC, refer to Active cruise
control64
Accident, refer to Sending an
Emergency Request235
Activated-charcoal filter for
automatic climate
control104
"Activation time"104
Active cruise control64
– indicator lamps67
– malfunction68
– selecting distance66
– sensor68
Active steering93
– warning lamp93
Adaptive Head Light98
"Add digits" for mobile
phone190
Additives
– coolant224
"Address book" in
navigation138
Address for navigation
– deleting140
– entering130,138
– selecting139
– storing138
– storing current position139
"Add to destination
list"133,135
Adjusting temperature inside
the car, refer to Automatic
climate control101Adjusting the thigh support44
Adjusting the tone during
audio operation, refer to
Tone control157
Airbags94
– indicator/warning lamp95
– sitting safely43
Air conditioning mode
– automatic climate
control101
– ventilation103
Air distribution
– automatic102
– individual101
Air flow rate102
Airing, refer to Ventilation103
Air pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure208
Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air mode102
"Air recirculation on / off"51
Air supply
– automatic climate
control101
– ventilation103
Air vents100
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications207
Alarm system35
– avoiding unintentional
alarms36
– interior motion sensor36
– switching off an alarm36
– tilt alarm sensor36
"All channels" for satellite
radio167
All-season tires, refer to
Winter tires220
"All stations", displaying with
the radio160
All-wheel drive, refer to
xDrive87
"AM", waveband156,160Ambient air, refer to
Recirculated-air mode102
Antenna for mobile phone182
Antifreeze
– coolant224
– washer fluid62
Anti-theft alarm system, refer
to Alarm system35
Anti-theft system29
Approved axle loads, refer to
Weights245
Approved gross vehicle
weight, refer to Weights245
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest110
Arrival time, refer to
Computer73
Arrival time, refer to Starting
destination guidance143
Arrow display for
navigation144
"Arrow display" in
navigation144
Ashtray
– front111
– rear112
Assistance systems, refer to
Driving stability control
systems86
Assistance window20
– refer to iDrive20
AUC Automatic recirculated-
air control102
"Audio"159,163
Audio156
– controls156
– switching on/off156
– tone control157
– volume157
"Audio", refer to Tone
control157
Audio device, external110

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Automatic
– air distribution102
– air flow rate102
– cruise control63,64
– headlamp control96
– service notification199
– storing of stations161
Automatic climate control100
– automatic air
distribution102
– settings via iDrive101
Automatic curb monitor49
"Automatic programs" with
automatic climate
control102
Automatic recirculated-air
control AUC102
Automatic station search161
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic58
– interlock58,59
– overriding selector lever
lock60
– shiftlock, refer to Changing
selector lever position59
– sport program59
– towing237
– tow-starting237
"Automatic ventilation"104
AUTO program for automatic
climate control102
"Auto Request"199
"Autostore"
– on the radio162
"AUX"156,175,177
– AUX-In port175
– USB-audio interface176
AUX-IN
– port110
AUX-In port175
Average fuel consumption73
– setting the units76
Average speed73
"Avoid ferries" in
navigation141
"Avoid highways" in
navigation141
Avoid highways in
navigation141Avoiding unintentional
alarms36
"Avoid tollroads" in
navigation141
Axle loads, refer to
Weights245
"A - Z"189
,190
B
Backrest contour, refer to
Lumbar support45
Backrests, refer to Seat
adjustment44
Backrest width adjustment45
Back seats
– refer to Rear seats46
Backup lamps
– replacing bulb232
Backup lamps, refer to Tail
lamps231
Balance, tone control157
Band-aids, refer to First-aid
pouch236
Bar, refer to Towing
methods238
Base plate for telephone or
mobile phone
– refer to Snap-in adapter in
the center armrest storage
compartment110
Bass, tone control157
Bass sounds, refer to Treble
and bass157
Battery233
– charging233
– disposal38,234
– jump starting236
– remote control28
– temporary power failure234
Battery renewal
– remote control38
– remote control for vehicle38
Being towed238
Belts, refer to Safety belts48
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety
belts48
Beverage holders, refer to
Cup holders111Blower, refer to Air flow
rate102
Bluetooth, refer to separate
Owner's Manual
"BMW Assist"198,199,200
BMW Assist
– activating202
– Concierge service200
– contacting BMW Customer
Relations200
– Roadside Assistance198
– services offered197
– TeleService199
"BMW Contact"192
"BMW Contact
Numbers"192
BMW Homepage4
BMW Maintenance
System226
"BMW Service settings"203
BMW webpage4
Bottle holders, refer to Cup
holders111
Brake assist, refer to Dynamic
Brake Control DBC86
Brake fluid, refer to Service
requirements76
Brake Force Display93
Brake lamps
– replacing bulb232
– two-stage93
Brake pads120
– breaking in120
Brake rotors122
– brakes120
– breaking in120
Brakes
– ABS86
– BMW Maintenance
System226
– breaking in120
– parking brake57
– service requirements76
Brakes, refer to Braking
safely122