2011 BMW 5 SERIES radio

4. Select the symbol.
5.
Select the desired track from the list, if nec‐
essary.
Playback menu*
Depending on the particular device, some of the
functions may not be available. Symbol Function
Next track
Fast forward: press and hold the
symbol. Previous music track
Reverse: press and hold the symbol. Disconnecting the audio connection
1.
"CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. Highlight the desired device.
4. Open "Options".
5. "Configure phone" 6.
"Audio"
7. "OK" Unpairing a device
1.
"CD/Multimedia"
2. "Bluetooth® (audio)"
3. If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio".
4. Highlight the device that is to be unpaired.
5. Open "Options".
6. "Remove phone from list"
What to do if...
Information
on suitable devices can be found at
www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
Suitable mobile phones, refer to page 210.
The device is not supported by the vehicle.
▷ Perform a software update*, refer to
page 199, if needed.
The device could not be paired or connected.
▷ Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the device
and the vehicle match? Enter the same
passkey on the device and via iDrive.
▷ Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter
the

passkey? Repeat the pairing procedure.
▷ Are too many Bluetooth devices connected
to

the device or vehicle? Delete connections
with other devices if necessary.
▷ Is the mobile phone in power-save mode or
does

it have only a limited remaining battery
life? Charge the mobile phone in the snap-
in adapter or via the charging cable.
▷ Depending on the mobile phone, it is possi‐
ble that only one device can be connected
to the vehicle. Unpair the connected device
from the vehicle and pair and connect only
one device.
▷ The device no longer reacts? Switch the de‐
vice off and on again.
▷ Repeat the pairing procedure.
Music cannot be played back.
▷ Start the program for playing back music
data on the device and select a track on the
device if necessary.
▷ Switch the radio off and on again.
Music files can only be played back softly.
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▷
Adjust the volume settings on the device.
Playback is disturbed when buttons are pressed
or by other messages on the device.
▷ Switch off the button tones and other signal
tones on the device.
Playback is interrupted by a telephone call or
traffic bulletin and is not resumed automatically.
▷ Switch the radio off and on again.
Playback is not possible if the mobile phone is
connected
both via Bluetooth Audio and via the
extended connectivity of the music player in the
mobile phone*.
▷ Disconnect one of the two connections; for
example, disconnect the audio connection,
refer to page 198, and restart playback.
If all points in this list have been checked and the
required function is still not available, please
contact the hotline or service center.
Software Update*
The vehicle supports various external devices
depending

on the current software version. With
a software update, the vehicle can support new
cell phones* or new external devices*.
The updating of the software is done via:
▷ USB*.
Updates and related current information is
available at www.bmw.com/update.
▷ TeleService*.
Existing

software can be updated directly via
the vehicle.
Displaying the current version
The currently installed software is displayed.
1. "Settings"
2. "Software update"
3. "Show current version"
SelectDesired version* to displayAdditional in‐
formation*.
Updating software via USB

*
The software may only be updated when the ve‐
hicle is stationary. 1.
Store the file for the software-update in the
main director of a USB flash drive.
2. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB in‐
terface of the USB audio interface in the
center armrest. An update via the USB in‐
terface

in the glove compartment is not pos‐
sible.
3. "Settings"
4. "Software update"
5. "Update software" 6.
If necessary. "USB".
7. "Start update"
8. "OK"
All listed software updates are installed.
Updating software via

TeleService*
The software may only be updated when the ve‐
hicle is stationary.
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. "Settings"
3. "Software update"
4. "Update software"
5. If necessary "TeleService".
6. If necessary, "Start update".
7. "Start update"
8. "OK"
All listed software updates are installed.
To interrupt updating:
"Cancel".
Restoring the previous version
If it should become necessary, the software ver‐
sion prior to the last software update can be re‐
stored.
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Audio/video playback
Audio
Audio
can be played back via rear entertainment
from any source in the vehicle.
Operation is the same as for the front audio play‐
back, refer to page 181.
Video
Video can be played back in the rear from the
following sources:
▷ DVD changer*.
▷ Rear CD/DVD player.
▷ External device in rear.
If a video image is being played back in the rear,
the rear CD/DVD player cannot be selected in
the front.
Operation

is the same as for the front video play‐
back, refer to page 183.
Radio
When the same radio source is selected in the
front and rear (e.g., FM/AM), the same radio sta‐
tion is played.
Operation is the same as for the front radio, refer
to page 174.
CD/multimedia
CD/DVD
When the same audio source (front CD/DVD
player, rear CD/DVD player, DVD changer) is se‐
lected in the front and rear, the same material is
played.
Operation is the same as for the front CD/DVD,
refer to page 181.
Notes on CDs/DVDs, refer to page 187.
Music collection*
Music can only be stored and data can only be
exported and imported via the front CD/DVD
player or the USB interface in the glove com‐
partment. When music collections are selected in the front
and rear, they are played back separately.
Operation

is the same as for the front music col‐
lection, refer to page 188.
Tone
Only treble and bass can be set in the rear. The
settings are made separately for the left and
right headphones.
Operation is the same as for the front tone, refer
to page 172.
Contacts*
Operation is the same as for the front contacts.
Navigation*
Route planning can be performed separately on
the left and right sides in the rear. Destination
guidance can only be started from the front.
Operation is the same as for the front navigation,
refer to page 154.
Suggesting a destination
A destination or trip can be sent to the front as
a suggestion. The suggestion can be adopted,
stored, or declined in the front. This function is
not available with the following setting: "Driver
control".
1. Enter the destination.
2. "Suggest destination"
BMW Assist*
Operation is the same as for BMW Assist in the
front, refer to page 232.
Adjusting
The following settings are available:
▷ "Rear displays"
▷ "Language/Units": language can be set
globally for all screens.
▷ "Tone"
▷ If necessary. "Climate".
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Vehicle information*
Computer content can be displayed. Operation
is only possible in the front.
Options menu
The split screen is not available and there is no
Integrated Owner's Manual.
Operation
is the same as for the front menu op‐
tions, refer to page 18.
Enabling
Enabling operation in the rear
Only possible via the iDrive in the front.
1. "Settings"
2. "Allow rear control"
3. Select the desired priority. Priority options
The driver has priority
▷
The source selected via iDrive in the front is
output

on the vehicle loudspeakers and can
be selected but not operated from the rear.
Other audio or video sources can be oper‐
ated.
▷ Sound can only be output in the rear via
headphones.
▷ The source that is to be displayed in the rear
can be set via the iDrive in the front.
To set the source in the rear via the iDrive in the
front: 1.
"CD/Multimedia" or"Radio"
2. Open "Options".
3. "Select rear source"
4. Select the desired audio or video source.
Same priority
▷ All audio and video sources can be operated
via the iDrive in the front and rear.
▷ Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the

source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
▷ Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source

selected last via the iDrive in the front
or rear is output via the vehicle loudspeak‐
ers.
The rear has priority
▷ When the source selected in the rear is
played on headphones, it can be selected
but

not operated via iDrive in the front. Other
audio or video sources can be operated.
▷ Sound is output in the rear via headphones:
the

source selected via the iDrive in the front
is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
▷ Sound is output via loudspeakers: the
source selected in the rear is output on the
vehicle loudspeakers. Audio or video sour‐
ces cannot be selected via the iDrive in the
front.
Switching off the rear DVD
▷ Rear entertainment is switched off.
▷ To switch rear entertainment back on: select
a different priority via the iDrive in the front
and switch on the system, refer to
page 201.
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What to do if...
Only a black screen is visible.
▷
Switch on the system.
There are no options available on the screen.
▷ Replace remote control batteries.
▷ With Professional rear seat entertainment
toggle between screens if necessary.
Radio stations or TV channels are grayed out
and cannot be selected.
▷ Function is limited due to the selected pri‐
ority. Change priority.
The DVD does not play.
▷ Playback does not begin automatically.
Start DVD manually, refer to page 183.
The volume of the rear vehicle speakers cannot
be adjusted.
▷ Sound in the rear is output via the head‐
phones. Change priority if necessary and
output sound via vehicle speakers.
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systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble.◀
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered
on the vehicle by your service center
to ensure that all comfort functions are fully
available.
Charging the battery
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
terminals, refer to page 271, in the engine com‐
partment with the engine off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reinitialized.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
▷ Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory:
store the positions again.
▷ Time: update.
▷ Date: update.
▷ Radio station: save again.
▷ Navigation system: wait for the operability of
the navigation.
Disposing of old batteries Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy‐
cling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses
Notes
Replacing fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do

not replace a defective fuse with a substitute
of another color or amperage rating; this could
lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in
a fire in the vehicle.◀ Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse
types

and locations are stored in the fuse box in
the cargo area.
In the glove compartment Push the handle up, arrow 1, and open the lid,
arrow 2.
In the cargo area
Open the cover on the right side trim.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet.
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Breakdown assistance
Hazard warning flashers
The button is located in the center console.
Emergency Request
*
Requirements
▷ Equipment version with full preparation
package mobile phone.
An Emergency Request can be made, even
if no mobile phones are paired with the ve‐
hicle.
▷ BMW Assist is activated.
▷ The radio ready state is switched on.
▷ The BMW Assist system is logged in to a
wireless communications network sup‐
ported by BMW Assist.
▷ The Assist system is functional.
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
Emergency Request not guaranteed
For

technical reasons, the Emergency Re‐
quest cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable
conditions.◀
Service contract
▷ After your contract with BMW Assist has ex‐
pired,

the BMW Assist system can be deac‐
tivated by the service center without you
having to visit a workshop.
After deactivation, an Emergency Request
is no longer possible. ▷
Under certain circumstances, the system
can be reactivated by a service center after
you sign a new contract.
Initiating an Emergency Request 1.
Press the cover briefly to open it.
2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.
▷ The LED lights up: an Emergency Request
was initiated.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab‐
lished.
▷ The LED flashes if the connection to the
BMW

Assist Response Center has been es‐
tablished.
After the Emergency Request arrives at the
BMW Assist Response Center, the BMW
Assist Response Center contacts you and
takes further steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW
Assist Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circumstan‐
ces.
For this purpose, data that are used to de‐
termine the necessary rescue measures,
such as the current position of the vehicle if
it can be established, are transmitted to the
BMW Assist Response Center.
▷ If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist
Response Center cannot be heard on the
hands-free system, the hands-free system
may be malfunctioning. However, the BMW
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Function
Command
Split screen, facing the direction of travel. ›Split screen map in direction of travel‹
Split screen, perspective. ›Split screen perspective‹
Split screen, expanded intersection zoom. ›Splitscreen Exit ramp view‹
Split screen scale...feet. ›Split screen scale ... feet‹ e.g., split screen scale
100 feet
Split screen scale...meters. ›Split screen scale ... meters‹ e.g., split screen
scale 100 meters
Split screen scale...kilometers. ›Split
screen scale ... kilometers‹ e.g., split screen
scale 5 kilometers
Split screen scale...miles. ›Split screen scale ... miles‹ e.g., split screen
scale 5 miles
Split screen, highlight the traffic situation. ›Split screen, Traffic conditions‹
Split screen, computer. ›Split screen on board info‹
Split screen, trip computer. ›Splitscreen trip computer‹
Split screen, scale automatically. ›Split screen automatic scaling‹Destination guidance with intermediate destinations

Function
Command
Enter a new destination. ›Enter address‹
Trip list. ›Stored trips‹Radio
FM

Function
Command
Open a frequency. ›Frequency ... megahertz‹ e.g., 93.5 megahertz
or frequency 93.5
Open the radio. ›Radio‹
Open the FM stations. ›F M‹
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