2012 BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE audio

Via direct channel entry1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Set channel"4.Turn the controller until the desired channel
is reached and press the controller.
Storing a channel
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3.If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.4.Select the desired channel.5.Press the controller again.6.Press the controller again to confirm the
highlighted channel.7.Select the desired memory location.
The channels are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
The channels can also be stored on the pro‐
grammable memory buttons, refer to page 20.
Changing the list view
The list view changes every time the first symbol
on the navigation bar is pressed.
Information on the channel is displayed.
SymbolMeaning Channel name Artist TrackSelecting a category1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Category"4.Select the desired category.
Timeshift
Approx. one hour of the program being broad‐
cast on the channel currently being listened to
is stored in a buffer. Prerequisite: the signal must
be available.
The stored audio track can be played with a de‐
lay following the live broadcast. When the buffer
is full, the older tracks are overwritten. The buf‐
fer is cleared when a new channel is selected.
Opening the timeshift function
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Replay - Time shift"▷The red arrow shows the current playback
position.▷The time difference to the live broadcast is
displayed next to the buffer bar.
For live transmissions: "live".
Timeshift menu
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SymbolFunction Next track Previous track Fast forward Reverse Automatic timeshift deactivated/ac‐
tivated
Automatic timeshift
When the function is activated, audio playback
is stopped automatically in the event of:
▷Incoming and outgoing telephone calls.▷Activation of the voice activation system.▷Muting.
The audio playback then continues with a time
delay.
To activate:
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Replay - Time shift"4. "Automatic time shift"
To deactivate: "Automatic time shift".
Storing favorites
Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites
list. Available favorites are artist, track, game,
league, and team.
Storing the artist, track, or game
It is only possible to store favorites that are cur‐
rently being broadcast. The channel information
must be available.
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3.If necessary, open "All channels" or the de‐
sired category.4.Select the desired channel.5.Press the controller again.6.Select the artist, track, or game.
Storing the league or team
Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites
from a selection list.
1."Radio"2."Satellite radio"3. "Manage favorites"4."Add sports information"5.Select the league.6.Select "Add all teams" or the desired team.
Opening the favorites
If an activated favorite is played back, the fol‐
lowing message appears for approx. 20 sec‐
onds: "Favorite alert!".
"Favorites"
Select the symbol while the message is shown.
The displayed favorite is played.
If there is no message, the system changes to
the My Favorites category. All favorites currently
being broadcast can be selected from a list.
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CD/multimediaVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
Controls1Change the entertainment source2CD/DVD drive3Eject CD/DVD4Change station/track5Programmable memory buttons6Volume, on/off
Sound output
Switching on/off
When the ignition is switched off: press ON/OFF
button on the radio.
Muting
When the ignition is switched on or the engine
is running: press the ON/OFF button on the
radio.
CD/DVD
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 com‐
pressed audio files.
Starting playback
A CD/DVD is located in the CD/DVD player or
DVD changer.1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired CD or DVD.SymbolMeaning CD/DVD player ... DVD changer
Playable formats
▷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-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, VCD,
SVCD.▷Compressed audio files: MP3, WMA, AAC,
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CD/DVD removal1. Press the button.
The CD/DVD is partially ejected.2.Remove the CD/DVD.
Audio playback
Selecting the track using the button Press the button repeatedly until the
desired track is played.
Selecting a track via iDrive
Audio CDs
Select the desired track to begin playback.
CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files
Depending on the data, some letters and num‐
bers of the CD/DVD may not be displayed cor‐
rectly.
1.Select the directory if necessary.
To go up a level in the directory: move the
controller to the left.2.Select the desired track to begin playback.
Displaying information on the track
If information about a track has been stored, it is
displayed automatically:
▷Interpret.▷Album track.▷Number of tracks on the CD/DVD.▷File name of track.
Random playback
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SymbolFunction Fast forward Reverse
In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases ev‐
ery time the controller is pressed. To stop, start
playback.
DVD menu
1.If necessary, turn the controller to open the
video menu.2. "DVD menu"
The DVD menu is displayed. The display de‐
pends on the contents of the DVD.3.To select menu items: move the controller
and press it.
To change to the video menu: turn the controller
and press it.
DVD/VCD settings
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.Turn the controller during playback.2.Open "Options".3."Audio/language"4.Select the desired language.Selecting the subtitles
The subtitles that are available depend on the
DVD.1.Turn the controller during playback.2.Open "Options".3."Subtitles"4.Select the desired language or "Do not
display subtitles".
Setting the brightness, contrast and color
1.Turn the controller during playback.2.Open "Options".3."Display settings"4."Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color"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.
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Sliding in CDs/DVDs
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged.
Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.◀
Loading all empty DVD compartments1. Press the button once and hold it
down.
The LEDs on the empty CD compartments
flash.2.Wait for the LEDs on the DVD slot to begin
flashing and then insert each CD or DVD into
the center of the slot.
The CDs/DVDs are drawn in automatically
and placed into the empty compartments.
Sliding in CDs/DVDs
Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs
on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/
DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged.
Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this
may cause it to jam and prevent it from being
able to eject again.◀
After they are inserted, it may take several mi‐
nutes for the CDs/DVDs to be read in.
Removing a single CD/DVD
1. Press the button once.2.Select the DVD compartment.
The CD/DVD is partially ejected.3.Remove the CD/DVD.
Removing all CDs/DVDs
1. Press the button once and hold it down.2.Remove the CDs/DVDs.Cancelling a function
Filling the DVD compartments or removing CDs/
DVDs can be canceled.
Press the corresponding button.▷▷
Malfunctions
If the LEDs on the DVD slot and on the com‐
partments are flashing rapidly, a malfunction has
occurred.
To eliminate the malfunction:
1.Press one of the following buttons:▷▷
The CD/DVD last inserted is ejected.
2.Remove the CD/DVD.
The DVD changer is functional again after the
LEDs stop flashing rapidly.
Audio playback
The audio track of a DVD can be played back
even if video playback is not possible in the ve‐
hicle.
Only the main film without the previews or extras
can be played back.
Starting playback
A DVD is located in the DVD changer.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired DVD.
Selecting a chapter using the button
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired chapter is played.
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Selecting a chapter using iDrive1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired DVD.4.Select the desired chapter.
Fast forward/reversePress and hold the button.
Selecting the language
The languages that are available depend on the
DVD.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."CD/DVD"3.Select the desired DVD.4.Open "Options".5."Audio/language"6.Select the desired language.
Notes
CD/DVD player and changer Do not remove the cover
BMW CD/DVD players and changers are
officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do
not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise,
severe eye damage may occur.◀
CDs and DVDs Use of CDs/DVDs
▷Do not use self-recorded CDs/DVDs
with labels applied, as these can be‐
come detached during playback due
to heat buildup and can cause irrepar‐
able damage to the device.▷Only use round CDs/DVDs with a standard
diameter of 4.7 in/12 cm and do not play
CDs/DVDs with an adapter, e.g., single CDs;
otherwise, the CDs or the adapter may jam
and no longer eject.▷Do not use combined CDs/DVDs, e.g., DVD
Plus, as the CDs/DVDs can jam and will no
longer eject.◀
General malfunctions
▷CD/DVD changers and players have been
optimized for performance in vehicles. In
some instances they may be more sensitive
to faulty CDs/DVDs than stationary devices
would be.▷If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check
whether it has been inserted correctly.
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
▷Possible reasons for malfunctions with
home-recorded CDs/DVDs are inconsistent
data creation or recording processes, or
poor quality or old age of the blank CD/DVD.▷Only label CDs/DVDs on the upper side with
a pen intended for this purpose.
Damage
▷Avoid fingerprints, dust, scratches and
moisture.▷Store CDs/DVDs in a sleeve.▷Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures
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CDs/DVDs with copy protection
CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy pro‐
tection feature by the manufacturer. This can
mean that some CDs/DVDs cannot be played or
can only be played to a limited extent.
MACROVISION
This product contains copyrighted technology
that is based on multiple registered US patents
and the intellectual property of the Macrovision
Corporation and other manufacturers. The use
of this copy protection must be approved by
Macrovision. Media protected by this product -
unless otherwise agreed with Macrovision - may
only be used for private purposes. Copying of
this technology is prohibited.
DTS Digital Surround™ Manufactured under license under U.S.
Patent Numbers: 5,451,942;
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 &
and other patents granted and registered in the
USA and worldwide. DTS and the logo are reg‐
istered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and
the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc. ©
DTS, Inc. All rights reserved.
Music collection
Storing music
General information
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.▷Audio CD: tracks are converted into a com‐
pressed audio format. If available, informa‐
tion on the album, such as the artist, is
stored as well.▷CD/DVD or USB device with compressed
audio files: the entire content of the CD/DVD
or the USB device is stored in the vehicle as
an album. The WMA, MP3, M4A, and AAC
formats are stored. Individual tracks and di‐rectories can be deleted later, Deleting a
track and directory, refer to page 194.
Tracks with DRM copy protection can be
stored but cannot be played back.
Backing up music data
Regularly back up the music data; other‐
wise, it could be lost if there is a fault on the hard
disk.◀
Music recognition technology and re‐
lated data are provided by Gracenote®.
Gracenote is the industry standard in music rec‐
ognition technology and related content deliv‐
ery. For more information, please visit
www.gracenote.com.
CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc.,
copyright © 2000-2009 Gracenote. Gracenote
Software, copyright © 2000-2009 Gracenote.
This product and service may practice one or
more of the following U.S. Patents: #5,987,525;
#6,061,680; #6,154,773, #6,161,132,
#6,230,192, #6,230,207, #6,240,459,
#6,330,593, and other patents issued or pend‐
ing. Some services supplied under license from
Open Globe, Inc. for U.S. Patent: #6,304,523.
Storing from a CD/DVD
1.Insert a CD or DVD into the CD/DVD player.2."CD/Multimedia"3."CD/DVD"4. Select the symbol for the CD/DVD player.5."Store in vehicle"
The music collection is displayed and the first
track of the CD/DVD is played back. During the
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