External devicesENTERTAINMENT
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Is the mobile phone in power economy
m o d e o r d o e s i t o n l y h av e a s m al l am o u n t o f
battery charge remaining? Charge the
mobile phone in the snap-in adapter or via a
charging cable.
Depending on the mobile phone, it may only
be possible to connect one device to the
vehicle. Unpair the connected device from
the vehicle and only pair and connect one
device.
Is the device no longer responding? Switch
the device off and back on again.
Repeat the pairing procedure.
> No music can be played.
Start the program for playing music files on
the device and if necessary, select a track via
the device.
Activate and deactivate the radio mute on
the radio control panel.
> Music files only play quietly.
Adjust volume settings on the device.
> Videos cannot be play ed or can only be
played with a delayed audio output.
Check the device compatibility. Information
is available at www.mini.com/connectivity.
> Playback is interrupted by the press of a but-
ton or other messages on the device.
Switch off key tones an d other acoustic sig-
nal on the device.
> Playback is interrupted by a phone call or
traffic report and does not automatically
continue.
Activate and deactivate the radio mute on
the radio control panel.
> Playback is not possible when the mobile
phone is connected via Bluetooth audio and
at the same time via the extended connec-
tivity of the music player in the mobile
phone
*. Disconnect one of the two connections, e.g.
the audio connection, refer to page
148,
and start playback again.
If you have gone through all items in the list and
still cannot activate the desired function please
contact the Hotline or your MINI dealer.
Software update*
The vehicle supports various external devices,
depending on the software it is currently using.
A software update can enable the vehicle to
support, for example, new mobile phones or
new external devices.
Software updates and associated, up-to-date
instructions are availa ble on the web page
www.mini.com/connectivity.
Displaying current version
The currently installed software is displayed.
1. "Settings"
2. "Software update"
3. "Show current version"
Select the desired version
* to display additional
information
*.
Updating software
The software update can only be performed
when stopped.
1. Save the file for the software update in the
main directory of a USB data storage device.
2. Connect the USB data storage device to the
USB interface of the USB audio interface in
the center console. It is not possible to per-
form the update using the USB interface in
the glove compartment.
3. "Settings"
4. "Software update"
CommunicationsMobile phone preparation Bluetooth
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Inserting mobile phone
1.Depending on the mobile phone, it may be
necessary to remove the protective cap of
the antenna connector and from the USB
connection of the mobile phone.
2. Push the mobile phone with the buttons fac-
ing upward toward the electrical connec-
tions and press down until it engages.
Removing mobile phone
Press the button and remove the mobile phone.
CommunicationsMINI Connected
184
MINI Connected
Overview
The concept
You can use MINI Connected to integrate certain
software applications of a suitable mobile phone
into your MINI. These software applications are
displayed on the Control Display. They are oper-
ated using the MINI joystick.
The range of software applications can be coun-
try-specific.
Requirements
The following requirements must be met for the
function of MINI Connected:
> The operating system of the mobile phone
must support the software applications of
MINI Connected.
> The software applicatio ns are installed on
the mobile phone an d are operational.
> Suitable mobile phone
> Appropriate mobile phone contract.
Possible additional costs incurred are not
included with MINI Connected.
Only make entries when the traffic situa-
tion allows you to do so. If you do not
observe this precaution, your being distracted
can endanger vehicle occupants and other road
users.
For safety reasons, some software applications
can only be used when the vehicle is stopped. <
Only use software a pplications approved
by the manufacturer of your MINI; other-
wise, malfunctions may result. <
Notes
For information on suitable mobile phones,
available software applic ations, and their instal-
lation:
> At: www.mini.com/connectivity.
> At your MINI dealer.
Connecting a mobile
phone
Connect via the USB audio interface
1USB interface
2 Connection for audi o/video playback:
TRS connector 1/8"/3.5 mm
Connect the mobile phone using the special
connecting cable, available at your MINI dealer,
to the USB interface 1 and the AV-IN
connection 2.
To perform other operations on the mobile
phone, refer to the Ow ner's Manual for the
mobile phone: e.g. selecting and activating a
software application.
Connecting via the snap-in adapter*
The mobile phone can also be connected using
the snap-in adapte r, refer to page175.
*
MINI ConnectedCommunications
185
Using MINI Connected
After successful connection of the mobile phone
to the vehicle and activation of MINI Connected,
the applications are displayed on the Control
Display and can be operated using the MINI joy-
stick.
Volume adjustments can be made using the
buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page10,
or using the volume control knob on the radio,
refer to page 130.
1. Press the button.
This opens the main menu.
2. "MINI Connected"
3. Select the desired software application.
The extent of MINI Connected that is shown on
the Control Display depends on the range of
installed software applic ations on the mobile
phone.
The data transfer of the software applica-
tion from the telephone to the vehicle can
take a few minutes. Some software applications
depend on the speed of the available Internet
connection for the mobile phone.<
Certain versions of mo bile phones used and
their software can make it impossible to use
MINI Connected and the Bluetooth hands-free
system at the same time.
After a phone call, it may be necessary to restart
the software application on the mobile phone.
PlugIn*
Selected functions for an Apple device are
shown on the Control Display. Operation takes
place using the on-board monitor.
1. To connect an Apple device via a USB audio
interface, refer to page 184.
2. "MINI Connected"
3. "PlugIn"
4. "Activate PlugIn"
5. Navigating in the displayed function using
the MINI joystick and, for example, selecting
a desired category or track.
Press the button to return back or to change
to a level higher within the functions of the
Apple device.
Press the button twice to return back to the
main menu.
Additional information can be found in the
MINI Connected operating instructions at
www.mini.com/connectivity.
REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
250
Triple turn signal activation 51
Turn signal 51
– front, replacing bulb 211
– indicator lamp 12,13
– rear, replacing bulb 212
– side, replacing bulb 212
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions 227
Tying down load s, refer to
Cargo loading 103
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
UTQR 194
Units
– average fuel consumption 60
– temperature 60
Universal garage-door opener,
refer to Integrated universal
remote control 90
Universal remote control 90
Unlatching, refer to Unlocking 33
Unlocking
– from inside 30
– from outside 27
– liftgate 34
– without remote control, refer to Comfort Access 33
Updating the navigation data 108
Upholstery, care 206
USB audio interface 143
USB interface 92
V
Vehicle
– battery217
– breaking in 98
– cargo loading 100
– dimensions 227
– identification number, refer to Engine compartment 199
– parking 47
– storage 207
– weight 228
Vehicle jack 208
– jacking points 216
Ventilation
– air conditioner 89
Vents, refer to Air vents 85
Vents, refer to Ventilation 89
Voice commands
– overview 21
– short commands 230
– telephone 173
Voice instructions for navigation system 122
– repeating 122
– switching on/off 122
– volume 122
Voice phone book 174
Volume 130
– audio sources 130
– mobile phone 157,169
– voice instructions 122
Volume balance, tone
setting 131
Volume of cargo area 228
W
Warning and indicator
lamps 13
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 64
Warning triangle 219
Washer fluid 53
– capacity of reservoir 53
Washer fluid reservoir 53
Waste tray, refer to Ashtray 94Water on roads, refer to
Driving through water 99
Waterfall lighti ng, refer to
Ambient lighting 84
Waveband for radio 132
Wear indicators in tires, refer to Minimum tread depth 195
Weights 228
Welcome lamps 81
Wheel stud wrench
– space-saver spare tire 208
Wheelbase, refer to Dimensions 227
Wheels and tires 190
Wheels, new 196
Width, refer to
Dimensions 227
Window washer, refer to Washer fluid 53
Window washer reservoir, refer to Washer fluid
– volume, refer to
Capacities 229
Window washer system 51
– washer fluid 53
– washer jets 53
Windows 35
– closing 36
– convenient operation 28
– opening 36
– pinch protection system 36
Windows, indicator on Control Display 16
Windshield
– cleaning 52
– defrosting and removing
condensation 87,89
Windshield wiper blades, changing 208
Windshield wipers, refer to Wiper system 51
Winter tires 197
– setting speed limit 65
– storage 197
Wiper blade replacement 208
Wiper system 51