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1.
Highlight the entry.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Delete entry" or "Delete list".
Saving an entry in the contacts
1.Highlight the entry.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing
contact".
4. Select contact if necessary.
5. Select the type of number: "Home",
"Business", "Mobile" or "Other".
6. Complete the entries if necessary.
7. "Store contact"
Hands-free system
General information
Calls being conducted using the hands-free
system can be continued using the mobile
phone and vice versa.
From the mobile phone to the hands-
free system
Calls that have been initiated from outside the
Bluetooth range of the vehicle can be continued
using the hands-free system if the ignition is
switched on.
Depending on the mobile phone, the call is
automatically switched to hands-free mode.
If the switch does not occur automatically, then
follow the instructions that appear on the dis-
play of the mobile phone, also refer to the
Owner's Manual for the mobile phone.
From hands-free system to mobile
phone
Calls being conducted using the hands-free
system can also be continued using the mobile
phone if so desired, depending on the mobile
phone. At this point, follow the instructions that appear
on the display of the mobile phone, also refer to
the Owner's Manual for the mobile phone.
Operation by voice
With voice activation system:
Operation, refer to page
25.
Without voice activation system:
Depending upon the equipment, the mobile
phone can be voice-operated as described
below.
The list of short commands in the Owner's
Manual does not apply to this type of voice
operation.
The concept
> The mobile phone can be operated without
removing your hand from the steering
wheel.
> In many cases, the entry process is sup-
ported by means of announcements or
questions.
> {...} Verbal instructions to use with the voice
operation system.
Voice commands
Activating voice activation system
1. Press the button on the steering wheel.
2. Say the command.
Finishing voice input
Press the button on the steering wheel
or
Possible commands
Having possible commands read aloud
The system understands default commands
that must be spoken word for word. {
Cancel }.
{ Help }.
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Adjusting volume
Turn knob during announcement.
>
The volume remains the same, even if the
volume of other audio sources is changed.
> The volume is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Notes
Notes on Emergency Requests
Do not use the voice operation system to ini-
tiate an emergency call. In stressful situations,
the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can
unnecessarily delay the establishment of a tele-
phone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 272,
in the vicinity of the interior rearview mirror.
Ambient conditions
> Say the commands, numbers and letters
smoothly and with normal volume, empha-
sis and speed.
> Always say the commands in the language
of the system. The language of the voice
operation of the mobile phone is preset and
cannot be changed via the Control Display.
> Keep the doors, windows, glass roof, and
convertible top closed to prevent interfer-
ence from outside noise.
> Avoid ambient noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
Snap-in adapter
General information
Detailed information on snap-in adapters that
compatibly support mobile phone functions can
be found at your BMW center.
Notes
At high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and some
functions may no longer be carried out.
When using the mobile phone via the vehicle,
follow the operating instructions of the mobile
phone.
Installation location
In the center armrest.
Inserting snap-in adapter
1.Press the button and remove the cover.
2. Insert the snap-in adapter at the front,
arrow 1, and press downward, arrow 2, until
it clicks into place.
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Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. Equipment is also described
that is not available because of, for example,
selected options or country version. This also
applies to safety related functions and systems.
Overview
General information
Contacts, appointments, tasks, notes, text
messages and mobile phone e-mails can be
displayed using the Control Display if the
mobile phone compatibly supports these func-
tions and the required Bluetooth radio stan-
dards.
For information about which mobile phones and
functions support the func
tions of Office, go to
www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
A limited number of compatible mobile phones
are available for Office.
Contents are only displayed completely when
the vehicle is stopped.
Only read access to the mobile phone is possi-
ble.
Do not use Office while driving. Make
entries only when traffic and road condi-
tions permit; otherwise, you may endanger
vehicle occupants and other road users by
being distracted. <
Requirements
>A suitable mobile phone is paired with the
vehicle and connected. In some mobile
phones, the data access to the mobile
phone must be confirmed. >
Time zone, time, and date, refer to page 87,
are correctly set on the Control Display and
on the mobile phone in order, for example,
to correctly display appointments.
> Office is activated, refer to page 201.
Updating
Every time that the mobile phone is connected
to the vehicle, data are updated. Appointments,
tasks, notes and reminders can be updated
separately.
1."Office"
2. "Current office", "Calendar", "Tasks",
"Notes" or "Reminders"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Update data"
Data from the mobile phone are again trans-
ferred to the vehicle.
Current office
The number of unread messages and active
tasks as well as upcoming appointments are
displayed.
1."Office"
2. "Current office"
3. Selecting the desired entry to display
details.
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Contacts
General information
Contacts can be created and edited. The con-
tacts from the mobile phone are displayed as
well if this function is supported by the mobile
phone. The addresses can be used as destina-
tions for navigation and the phone numbers can
be dialed.
Displaying contacts
1."Office"
2. "Contacts"
All contacts are listed in alphabetical order.
Depending on the number of contacts, an A-Z
search is offered.
A symbol indicates the storage location of the
contacts:
Dialing phone numbers
1. Select the desired contact.
2. Select phone number.
The connection is established.
Editing a contact
1.Select the desired contact.
2. "Edit contact"
3. Change the entries.
4. "Store contact in vehicle"
If a contact is changed, the changes are not
stored in the mobile phone. A copy of the entry
is stored in the vehicle, and only this copy is dis-
played.
Selecting a contact as a destination
1. Select the desired contact.
2. Select address.
With contacts from the mobile phone, the
address must be compared with the naviga-
tion data stored in the vehicle. In this case:
Correct the address.
3. "Start guidance" or "Add as another desti-
nation"
Checking the address as a destination
An address that is to be used in route guidance
must correspond to the navigation data stored
in the vehicle. The address can be checked to
ensure this.
1.Select the desired contact and highlight the
address.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Check as destination"
4. Correct and store the address, if necessary.
SymbolStorage location
No symbol In the vehicle; the address has not been checked as a destina-
tion.
In the vehicle; the address has
been checked as a destination.
Mobile phone
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If the address is corrected and stored, then a
copy is established in the vehicle. The address
is not changed on the mobile phone.
New contact
A contact can be associated with up to 8 phone
numbers, 2 addresses, 3 email addresses, and
one Internet address.
1.
"Office"
2. "Contacts"
3. Open "Options".
4. "New contact"
5. If input boxes are already filled with previous
entries: "Delete input fields".
6. To fill in the entry fields: select the symbol
next to the entry field.
7. Enter text and assign a contact type.
8. When equipped with a navigation system:
enter address. It is only possible to enter
addresses that are contained in the naviga-
tion data stored in the vehicle. This ensures
that route guidance is possible for all
addresses.
9. "Accept address" if necessary
10. "Store contact in vehicle"
Contact types
Phone numbers and addresses can be
assigned various contact types.
Defining a home address
It is possible to store a home address. It is listed
at the beginning of the contacts.
1."Home"
2. Create a contact.
3. "Store contact in vehicle"
Selecting name sorting
Names can be displayed in different orders.
1."Office"
2. "Contacts"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Display: last, first name" or "Display: first,
last name"
Depending on how the contacts are stored in
your mobile phone, the sorting of names can
differ from the sorting selected.
Displaying contact pictures
Pictures stored with contacts are stored in the
vehicle when the mobile phone is connected to
the vehicle. The mobile phone must support
this function.
1. "Office"
2. "Contacts"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Configure Bluetooth®"
5. "Show images"
SymbolMeaning
Private phone number
Business phone number
Mobile phone number
Other phone number
Private address
Business address
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The display of all contact pictures is activated or
deactivated.
Deleting contacts
Only contacts that are stored in the vehicle are
deleted. The contacts on the mobile phone
cannot be deleted.
1."Office"
2. "Contacts"
3. Highlight the contact.
4. "Options"
5. "Delete contact" or "Delete all contacts".
Messages
General information
The displaying of text messages and emails
from the mobile phone depends on whether the
mobile phone supports transmission into the
vehicle from the mobile phone. Text messages
and e-mails may not be supported by the ser-
vice provider or the function may have to be
separately activated. After a mobile phone is
paired for the first time, the transmission may
take several minutes. Messages are only dis-
played completely when the vehicle is stopped.
Messages from the auxiliary phone are not
transmitted.
To display various messages:
>Text messages.
> Messages from My info.
> Messages from the BMW Concierge ser-
vice.
> Messages from BMW Info.
> Emails from the mobile phone.
Displaying messages
1."Office"
2. "Messages"
Message type
A symbol indicates the type of message.
Read message.
Unread message.
Filtering message lists
A message list can be filtered if there is more
than one message type.
1. "Filter:"
2. Select the message type.
>"All"
All messages are displayed.
> "E-mail"
Only text messages from mobile phones
are displayed.
SymbolMessage type
Text message
My Info
Message from the Concierge
service, refer to page 225
Messages from BMW Info, refer
to page 218
E-mail from mobile phone
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>
"Services messages"
Only messages from the BMW Con-
cierge service, My Info, and BMW Info
are displayed.
> "Text message"
Only text messages from mobile phones
are displayed.
Deleting messages
Messages from the Concierge service, My Info,
BMW Info, and BMW Online can be deleted.
To delete a message:
1. "Office"
2. "Messages"
3. Select the desired message.
4. Open "Options".
5. Open "Delete message".
To delete all messages:
1. "Office"
2. "Messages"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Delete all messages"
Text message
Calling a text message sender
1.Select the desired message.
2. Select the symbol.
Saving sender in the contacts
1.Highlight the desired message.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing
contact"
Using contact data
Contact data from deadlines, tasks, text mes-
sages, e-mails and notes can be stored or
selected, see page 220.
Reading text messages aloud
Having text messages read aloud, refer to
page 221.
My Info
Selecting additional functions
Additional functions are available when a mes-
sage is selected.
Messages from the Concierge service
Saving an address
1. Select the desired message.
2. Open "Options".
3. "Store contact in vehicle"
SymbolFunction
"Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
"Call"
If the message contains a number, a
telephone connection is estab-
lished.
"Select phone number"
If the message contains more than
one number, select the desired
number from the list. A telephone
connection is established.
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Selecting additional functions
Additional functions are available when a mes-
sage is selected.
BMW Info
General information
Messages from BMW about technical cam-
paigns and news from BMW.
Displaying messages
Select the desired message.
Selecting additional functions
The following functions are available when a
message is selected:
E-mail
Displaying e-mail
1."Office"
2. "Messages"
3. Select the desired message.
Displaying e-mail contacts
If the sender and receiver of an e-mail were
transmitted from a mobile phone, they will be
displayed in the e-mail.
"Sender/Recipient"
If the e-mail address is stored in the contacts,
then the contact is displayed. Select contact to
display details.
If the e-mail address is not stored in the con-
tacts, then it may be that only the e-mail
address is displayed.
SymbolFunction
"Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
"Call"
If the message contains a number, a
telephone connection is estab-
lished.
"Select phone number"
If the message contains more than
one number, select the desired
number from the list. A telephone
connection is established.
"Further information"
Displaying additional information.SymbolFunction
"Further information"
Detailed information about a mes-
sage is displayed. This does not
incur any costs.
"Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
"Call"
If the message contains a number, a
telephone connection is estab-
lished.
"Select phone number"
If the message contains more than
one number, select the desired
number from the list. A telephone
connection is established.
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