2013 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE AUX

▷Time.▷Current entertainment source.▷Sound output, on/off.▷Wireless network reception strength.▷Telephone status.▷Traffic bulletin reception.
Check Control messages and entries using the
voice activation system temporarily hide the
status information.
Status field symbols
The symbols are grouped into various catego‐
ries.
Radio symbols
SymbolMeaning HD Radio™ is switched on. Satellite radio is switched on.
Telephone symbols
SymbolMeaning Incoming or outgoing call. Wireless network reception strength
Symbol flashes: searching for network. Wireless network is not available. Bluetooth is switched on. Roaming is active. Text message, e-mail was received.
Entertainment symbols
SymbolMeaning CD player. AUX-IN port.SymbolMeaning USB audio interface. Music interface for smartphones.
Additional symbols
SymbolMeaning Spoken instructions are switched off.
Entering letters and
numbers
General information
1.Turn the MINI joystick: select letters or
numbers.2.Select additional letters or numbers if
needed.3."OK": confirm the entry.SymbolFunction Press the MINI joystick: delete the let‐
ter or number. Press the MINI joystick for an ex‐
tended period: delete all letters or
numbers. Enter a blank space.
Switching between letters and numbers
Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐
tween entering letters and numbers.
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that some CDs cannot be played or can only be
played to a limited extent.
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External devices At a glance
Various external devices can be connected with
the vehicle. Depending on how the device is connected to the vehicle, it may be possible to
operate it using the MINI joystick.SymbolMeaning AUX-IN port USB audio interface Music interface for smartphones Bluetooth audio
AUX-IN port
At a glance
▷For connecting audio devices, e.g., MP3
player. The sound is output on the vehicle
loudspeakers.▷Recommendation: use medium tone and
volume settings on the audio device. The
tone depends on the quality of the audio
files.Connecting
The AUX-IN port is in the center
console.
Connect the headphone connec‐
tor or line-out connector of the
device to the AUX-IN port.
Ensure that the connector is inserted all the
way into the AUX-IN port.
Playback1.Connect the audio device, switch it on and
select a track on the audio device.2."CD/Multimedia"3.If necessary, "External devices"4. "AUX front"
Sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers.
Volume
The volume of the sound output is dependent
on the audio device. If this volume differs
markedly from the volume of the other audio
sources, it is advisable to adjust the volumes.
Adjusting the volume
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4."Volume"5.Turn the MINI joystick until the desired vol‐
ume is set and press the MINI joystick.
USB audio interface/music interface for
smartphones
At a glance
It is possible to connect external audio devices.
They are operated via the onboard monitor.
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, when
equipped with the music interface for
smartphones: 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 de‐
vices available on the market, it cannot be en‐
sured that every audio device/mobile phone is
operable on the vehicle.
Ask your service center about suitable audio
devices/mobile phones.
Audio files
Standard audio files can be played back:
▷MP3.▷WMA.▷WAV (PCM).▷AAC, M4A.▷Without the voice activation system: play‐
back lists: M3U▷With the voice activation system: playback
lists: M3U, WPL, PLS
Video files
Standard video files can be played back with a
compatible Apple device:
▷MPEG4▷H.264
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 console.
Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB
audio interface
To connect the iPod, use the special cable
adapter for the Apple iPod. Additional informa‐
tion can be obtained from the service center or
on the Internet: www.mini.com/connectivity.
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 pro‐
tect the USB audio interface and the USB device
against physical damage.
Connect the USB device to the USB interface.
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Control Display and can be operated using the
MINI joystick.
The volume can be set using the following con‐
trols:▷
Buttons on the steering
wheel or
▷Volume button on the radio, refer to
page 1601.Connect the mobile phone via the snap-in
adapter or via the USB audio interface.2. Press the button. The main menu is
opened.3."MINI Connected"4.Select the desired software application.
Notes
▷The scope of MINI Connected that can be
displayed on the Control Display depends
on the range of software applications in‐
stalled on the mobile phone.▷The data transmission of the software ap‐
plications from the mobile phone to the ve‐
hicle can last some time. Some software
applications depend on the speed of the
available Internet connection of the mobile
phone.▷Some mobile phones cannot simultane‐
ously use MINI Connected and the Blue‐
tooth hands-free system.If necessary, restart the software applica‐
tion on the mobile phone after a phone
conversation.▷Audio and video playback from the snap-in
adapter is only possible if no cable is con‐
nected to the AV-IN port.
PlugIn
The concept
Selected functions of a compatible Apple de‐
vice can be displayed on the Control Display via
a video connection. They are operated using
the MINI joystick and the button on the
MINI joystick.
Functional requirement
▷Suitable iPhone or iPod: as of iPhone 3GS or
iPod with software version iOS 4.1 and
higher.▷The MINI Connected app is not required.
Information on compatible adapters and inter‐
faces can be obtained from the service center.
Activating
1.Connect the Apple device.
Operation takes place via the MINI joystick
with its buttons.2."MINI Connected"3."PlugIn"4.Select the connection type: "Activate via
AUX connection" or"Activate via Snap-In
adapter"5."Activate PlugIn"6.Use the MINI joystick to navigate among
the displayed functions and select, for ex‐
ample, a desired category or track.
Controls
The PlugIn is activated to display the graphic
output of the connected device on the Control
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 101
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 82
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 112
Adaptive Light Control 87
Additional telephone 192
Additives, engine oil 239
Airbags 90
Airbags, indicator/warning light 92
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode 109, 111
Air conditioner 108
Air conditioning 108
Air conditioning mode– Air conditioner 108– Automatic climate con‐
trol 110
Air distribution
– Automatic 111– Individual 109– Manual 109, 112
Air drying, refer to Cooling
function 112
Air flow rate 108, 111
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 222
Air supply
– Air conditioner 108– Automatic climate con‐
trol 110
Alarm system 39
Always Open Timer 77
AM/FM station 160
Ambient lighting 89
Announcement, navigation,
refer to Spoken instruc‐
tions 149
Antifreeze, washer fluid 69
Antilock Brake System, ABS 101
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 101
Anti-theft protection 31
Appointments 208
Approved engine oils 239
Ashtray 114
Assistance, roadside 254
Assistance when driving off, refer to Hill drive-off assis‐
tant 103
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 254
Audio playback 169
Audio playback, Blue‐ tooth 175
Automatic– Air distribution 111– Air flow rate 111
Automatic car wash 259
Automatic climate control
– Automatic air distribu‐
tion 111
Automatic, cruise control 105
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 85
Automatic rear spoiler 103
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
– Kickdown 71– Overriding selector lever
lock 72
AUTO program with auto‐
matic climate control 111
AUX-IN port 171
Average fuel consumption 76
Average fuel consumption– Setting the units 78
Average speed 76
Average speed, refer to Com‐ puter 75
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 54
Backrests, refer to Seats 53
Backup lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 247
Balance 158
Bass 158
Battery
– Disposal 39– Remote control 30
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐
tery 252
Battery replacement
– Remote control 39
Belts, refer to Safety belts 55
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 55
Bi-xenon headlamps 245
Black and white map dis‐ play 152
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 108, 111
Bluetooth audio 175
Bluetooth connection, activat‐ ing/deactivating 183, 193
Bluetooth hands-free sys‐ tem 182
Brake assistant 101
Brake discs, breaking in 124
Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐ quirements 81
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