2012 BMW Z4 SDRIVE35I radio

Adjusting the volume1. Press the button.2."AUX"3."Vol-AUX"4.Connect the audio device, switch it on and
select a track on the audio device.
USB audio interface/mobile phone
audio interface
At a glance
It is possible to connect external audio devices.
The sound is output on the vehicle loudspeak‐
ers.
Connectors for external devices
▷Connection via USB audio interface: Apple
iPod/iPhone, USB devices, e.g., MP3 play‐
ers, USB flash drives, or mobile phones that
are supported by the USB audio interface.▷Connection via snap-in adapter, refer to
page 143, when equipped with extended
connectivity of the music player in the mo‐
bile phone: Apple iPhone or mobile phones.
Playback is only possible if no audio device
is connected to the analog AUX-IN port.
Due to the large number of different audio devi‐
ces available on the market, it cannot be ensured
that every audio device/mobile phone is opera‐
ble on the vehicle.
Ask your service center about suitable audio de‐
vices/mobile phones.
Audio files
Standard audio files can be played back:
▷MP3.▷WMA.▷WAV (PCM).▷AAC, M4A.▷Playback lists: M3U, WPL, PLS.File system
Standard file systems for USB devices are sup‐
ported. The FAT 32 format is recommended.
Connecting
The USB audio interface is in the center armrest.
Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB
audio interface
To connect the iPod, use the BMW cable
adapter for the Apple iPod. Additional informa‐
tion can be obtained from your service center or
on the Internet: www.bmw.com.
Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone with the AUX-
IN port and USB interface.
The Apple iPod/iPhone menu structure is sup‐
ported by the USB audio interface.
Connection of a USB device via the USB
audio interface
Connect using a flexible adapter cable to protect
the USB audio interface and the USB device
against physical damage.
Connect the USB device to the USB interface.
After connecting for the first time
Information on all music tracks, e.g. artist or type
of music, as well as playback lists are transmit‐
ted 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.
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Number of tracks
Information from up to four USB devices or for
approx. 20,000 tracks can be stored in the ve‐
hicle. If a fifth device is connected or if more than
20,000 tracks are stored, information on exist‐
ing tracks may be deleted.
Copy protection
Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐
agement (DRM) cannot be played.
Playback1. Press the button.2."IPOD" or "USB"
Changing the music track
Skipping to another track
It is possible to skip to another track within the
selected directory.
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired track is played.
With the right knob:
Turn the right knob until the desired track is
played back.
Fast forward/reverse
Hold the button down.
Tracks can be heard but are distorted.
Random playback
"RND"
To end random playback: "RND"
Selecting a track
Depending on the connected device, the track
can be selected via the following category:
▷"LIST": playback lists.▷"DIR": device file structure.▷"GEN": musical genre.▷"ART": artist.▷"ALB": album.1.Select the desired category.2.If necessary, select the desired directory us‐
ing the right knob.▷ : press the right knob to open a di‐
rectory.▷ : press the right knob to close a di‐
rectory.3.Select other directories if you wish.4.Highlight the desired track and press the
right knob.
You can scroll through the directories during
playback.
To change to the current track:
"CURR"
Displaying information on the track
Any information stored on the currently selected
track can be displayed.
"TRACK"
Adjusting the volume
The volume of the sound output is dependent
on the audio device. If this volume differs mark‐
edly from the volume of the other audio sources,
it is advisable to adjust the volumes.
1."LEV"2.Turn the right knob until the desired volume
is set and press the knob.
Notes
Do not expose the audio device to extreme en‐
vironmental conditions, such as very high tem‐
peratures; refer to the audio device operating
instructions.
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 each case.
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Information on connection▷The connected audio device is supplied with
a max. power of 500 mA if supported by the
device. Therefore, do not additionally con‐
nect the device to a socket in the vehicle;
otherwise, playback may be compromised.▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB audio interface.▷Do not connect USB hard drives.▷Do not use the USB audio interface to re‐
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TelephoneVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
At a glance
Note
Equipment version with the full preparation
package mobile phone or a hands-free system.
The concept
Mobile phones can be connected with the vehi‐
cle via Bluetooth.
After these devices are paired once, they are
recognized automatically when the ignition is
switched on as soon as they are in the vehicle
and can then be operated via the radio, the but‐
tons on the steering wheel, and via voice acti‐
vation.
After a suitable mobile phone is paired with the
vehicle once, you can operate the mobile phone
via the radio, the buttons on the steering wheel,
and via voice activation.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue‐
tooth® SIG, Inc.
Using the mobile phone while driving
Make entries only when traffic and road
conditions allow. Do not hold the mobile phone
in your hand while you are driving; use the
hands-free system instead. If you do not ob‐
serve this precaution, you can endanger the ve‐
hicle occupants and other road users.◀Snap-in adapter
The snap-in adapter is used to:▷Hold the mobile phone.▷Recharge the battery.▷Connect the mobile phone to an outside an‐
tenna of the vehicle.
This provides for better network reception
and consistent sound quality.
Avoid operating a mobile phone that has been
detected by the vehicle on the keypad of the
mobile phone, as this may lead to malfunctions.
Approved mobile phones
Details on which mobile phones and external
devices with a Bluetooth interface are sup‐
ported by the mobile phone preparation pack‐
age can be obtained at www.bmwusa.com/blue‐
tooth.
Notes
At high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and functions
may not be executed.
Playing music from the mobile phone
Depending on your mobile phone and the vehi‐
cle equipment, you can play the music data of
the mobile phone in the vehicle.
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Controls1On/off, volume control.2Display.3▷Turn: highlight the menu item on the
display or set the value.▷Press: select the highlighted menu item
or store the setting.4Opens the main menu.5Redial, accept a call, start dialing, terminate
a call and change to the Telephone menu.6Function buttons for selecting the menu
items shown directly above them on the dis‐
play.
Menu navigation
Selecting menu items
There are two ways to select a menu item on the
display.
Using the right knob
▷Highlight the menu item: turn the right knob.▷Select the menu item: press the right knob.
Using the function buttons Press the left or right side of the function
button under the menu item.
If only one menu item is displayed above the
function button, press the middle of the button.
Representation in the Owner's Manual
"..." Identifies radio display texts used to select
individual functions.
Symbols on the display
SymbolMeaning Function is selected. Leave the menu, one menu back. Display additional menu items. Scroll display. The list contains more
than two entries. Reception of the wireless network:
the display depends on the signal
strength. Using the hands-free system. Message not read. Message read.
Pairing/unpairing the mobile
phone
Requirements
▷The mobile phone is suitable, refer to
page 134.▷The mobile phone is ready for operation.▷Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle and on
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▷Bluetooth presettings may need to be made
on the mobile phone, e.g., for a connection
without confirmation or visibility, refer to the
mobile phone operating instructions.▷A number with at least four and a maximum
of 16 digits was defined as the Bluetooth
passkey. It is only required once for pairing.▷The ignition is switched on.
Activating/deactivating Bluetooth
Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere. Comply
with all safety guidelines and regulations.
To activate the connection:
1.Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐
tion.2. Press the button.3."PHONE"4."BT-ON"
To deactivate the connection again:
1."BT"2."BT-OFF"3."YES"
Pairing and connecting
Pairing the mobile phone
To avoid becoming distracted and posing
an unnecessary hazard both to your own vehi‐
cle's occupants and to other road users, only
pair the mobile phone while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.◀
1.Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐
tion.2. Press the button.3."PHONE"4."BT"5."PAIR"
Turn the right knob to display the Bluetooth
name of your vehicle.6.To perform additional steps on the mobile
phone, refer to the mobile phone operating
instructions: for instance, search for or con‐
nect the Bluetooth device or a new device.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the mobile phone display.7.Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on
the mobile phone display.
You are prompted by the radio or mobile
phone to enter the same Bluetooth passkey.8.Enter the passkey on the mobile phone and
confirm it.9."ADD"10.Enter the same passkey on the radio using
the function buttons and confirm it.
To delete the last digit: "DELETE"11."OK"
Press twice if necessary.
If pairing was successful, the mobile phone ap‐
pears on the radio display.
Four mobile phones can be paired with the ve‐
hicle at once.
If pairing was unsuccessful: What to do if..., refer
to page 137.
Repeating the pairing procedure/help
If pairing failed:
1."REPEAT"2.Repeat steps 6 to 10.
To display the Customer Relations phone num‐
ber: "CALLS"
Turn the right knob to display the Customer Re‐
lations phone number and information needed
for pairing.
Following the initial pairing
▷The mobile phone is detected/connected in
the vehicle within a short period of time
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▷The phone book entries of the telephone
stored on the SIM card or mobile phone are
transmitted to the vehicle after detection,
depending on the mobile phone.▷Four mobile phones can be paired.▷Specific settings may be necessary in some
mobile phones, e.g., authorization or a se‐
cure connection; refer to the mobile phone
operating instructions.
Connecting a particular mobile phone
If more than one mobile phone is detected by the
vehicle, the first mobile phone on the list is con‐
nected. A different detected mobile phone may
be connected with the vehicle.
The mobile phone is connected with the ve‐
hicle.
A different mobile phone can be connected by
selecting it.
1.Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐
tion.2. Press the button.3."PHONE"4."BT"5.Turn the right knob until the mobile phone
to be connected is displayed.6."PRIO"
Press the button repeatedly until the desired
position is reached.
Unpairing the mobile phone
1.Switch on the radio ready state or the igni‐
tion.2. Press the button.3."PHONE"4."BT"5.Turn the right knob until the mobile phone
to be unpaired is displayed.6."DELETE"7."YES"
What to do if...
Information on suitable mobile phones, refer to
page 134.
The mobile phone could not be paired or con‐
nected.
▷Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and on
the mobile phone? Activate Bluetooth on
the vehicle and on the mobile phone.▷Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile
phone and the vehicle match? Enter the
same passkey on the mobile phone and on
the radio.▷Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter
the passkey? Repeat the pairing procedure.▷Are too many Bluetooth devices connected
to the mobile phone or vehicle? Delete con‐
nections 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 mobile phone can be con‐
nected to the vehicle. Unpair the connected
mobile phone from the vehicle and pair and
connect only one mobile phone.
The mobile phone no longer reacts?
▷Switch the mobile phone off and on again.▷Is the ambient temperature too high or low?
Do not expose the mobile phone to extreme
environmental conditions.
No phone book entries or only some phone book
entries are displayed, or they are incomplete.
▷Transmission of the phone book entries is
not yet complete.▷It is possible that only the phone book en‐
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