2016 MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE USB port

Additional information
Status field The following information is displayed in the
status field at the top right:▷Time.▷Current entertainment source.▷Sound output, on/off.▷Wireless network reception strength.▷Phone status.▷Traffic bulletin reception.
Status field symbols
The symbols are grouped as follows:
Radio symbols
SymbolMeaning HD Radio station is being received. Satellite radio is switched on.
Telephone symbols
SymbolMeaning Incoming or outgoing call. Missed call. Wireless network reception strength.
Symbol flashes: network search. Wireless network is not available. Bluetooth is switched on. Roaming is active. Text message was received. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked.SymbolMeaning SIM card is missing. Enter PIN.
Entertainment symbols
SymbolMeaning Music collection. Gracenote® database. AUX-IN port. USB audio interface.
Additional symbols
SymbolMeaning Spoken instructions are turned off.
Split screen
General information
Additional information can be displayed on the
right side of the split screen, for example, infor‐
mation from the onboard computer.
In the divided screen view, the so-called split
screen, this information remains visible even
when you change to another menu.
Switching the split screen on/off On the Control Display:
1. Press button.2."Split screen"
Selecting the display On the Control Display:
1. Press button.2."Split screen"Seite 23Onboard monitorAT A GLANCE23
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▷The called-up profile is assigned to the re‐
mote control being used at the time.▷If the profile is already assigned to a differ‐
ent remote control, this profile will apply to
both remote controls. It cannot be differen‐
tiated anymore between the settings for
the two remote controls.
Renaming profiles
A personal name can be assigned to every pro‐
file to avoid confusion between the profiles.
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"2."Profiles"
The current profile is selected.3.Open "Options".4."Rename current profile"
Resetting profiles The settings of the active profile are reset to
their default values.
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"2."Profiles"
The current profile is selected.3.Open "Options".4."Reset current profile"
Exporting profiles
Most settings of the active profile can be ex‐
ported.
This can be helpful for securing and retrieving
personal settings, before delivering the vehicle
to a workshop, for example. Profiles can be
taken to another vehicle equipped with the
Personal Profile function.
Export is made via the USB port to a USB de‐
vice.
Popular file systems for USB devices are sup‐
ported. FAT32 and exFAT are the recom‐
mended formats for profile export. Other for‐
mats may not support the export.1. "Settings"2."Profiles"3."Export profile"4."USB device"
Importing profiles
Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐
ported via the USB interface.
Existing settings are overwritten with the im‐
ported profile.
1. "Settings"2."Profiles"3."Import profile"4."USB device"
Using the guest profile
The guest profile is for individual settings that
are saved in none of the three personal profiles.
This can be useful for drivers who are using the
vehicle temporarily and do not have their own
profile.
1. "Settings"2."Profiles"3."Guest"4.Adjust the settings.
The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not
assigned to the current remote control.
Display profile list during start The profile list can be displayed during each
start to select the desired profile.
1. "Settings"2."Profiles"3.Open "Options".4."Display user list at startup"Seite 37Opening and closingCONTROLS37
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ATTENTION
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery
can work with high voltages and currents,
which means that the 12 volt on-board net‐
work can be overloaded or damaged. There is a
risk of damage to property. Only connect bat‐
tery chargers for the vehicle battery to the
starting aid terminals in the engine compart‐
ment. ◀
ATTENTION
If metal objects fall into the socket, they
can cause a short circuit. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket. ◀
Sockets Sockets can be used for the running electrical
devices with the engine running or with the ig‐
nition switched on. The total load of all sockets
must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-com‐
patible connectors.
In the center console
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the cargo area
The socket is located on the right side in the
cargo area.
USB interface/AUX-IN port The concept Mobile devices with USB port can be connected
to the USB interface.
A mobile audio device, e.g. a MP3 player, can
be connected using the AUX-IN port.
General information
The following devices can be connected:
▷Mobile phones supported by the USB inter‐
face.▷Audio devices with USB port, for example
MP3 player.▷USB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32
and exFAT are the recommended formats.
Information about compatible USB devices can
be found at www.miniusa.com/bluetooth.
The following applications are possible:
▷Exporting and importing profiles, refer to
page 36.▷Playing music files via USB audio.▷Adding music files to the music collection
and saving the music collection.▷Playing video films via USB video.▷Loading of software updates.Seite 156CONTROLSInterior equipment156
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Overview
The USB interface is located in the front of the
center console.
Information Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Use a flexible adapter cable.▷Protect the USB device against mechanical
damage.▷Due to the large number of USB devices
available on the market, it cannot be guar‐
anteed that every device is operable on the
vehicle.▷Do not expose USB devices to extreme en‐
vironmental conditions, such as very high
temperatures; refer to the owner's manual
of the device.▷Due to the many different compression
techniques, proper playback of the media
stored on the USB device cannot be guar‐
anteed in all cases.▷A connected USB device is supplied with
charging current via the USB interface, as‐
suming this is supported by the device.▷To ensure proper transmission of the stored
data, do not charge an USB device via the
onboard socket, when it is connected to the
USB interface.▷Depending on how the USB device should
be used, settings may be required on theUSB device, refer to the owner's manual of
the device.
Non-suitable USB devices:
▷USB hard drives.▷USB hubs.▷USB memory card readers with multiple in‐
serts.▷HFS-formatted USB devices.▷MTP devices.▷Devices such as fans or lights.
Loading
Information WARNING
When opening and closing the loading
aid, body parts can be jammed, for example by
the mechanism. There is a risk of injuries. Make
sure that the area of movement of the loading
aid is clear during operation. ◀
WARNING
With a lifted loading aid, vehicle parts can
protrude and limit the view. There is a danger
of accidents and property damage. Before driv‐
ing off, make sure that the loading aid is com‐
pletely lowered and the tailgate is closed. ◀
The concept
For easier loading, the vehicle is equipped with
a trunk partition and a Loading aid, refer to
page 157. With the loading aid, the closed con‐
vertible top can be lifted out of the cargo area.
Loading aid With the convertible top closed, loading can be
simplified by unlocking and folding the conver‐
tible top upward. In this way, objects can be
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Unlocking/locking with re‐mote control 38
Unlocking, settings 43
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 7
Upholstery care 228
USB interface, position in vehi‐ cle 156
USB port, see USB inter‐ face 156
V Vanity mirror 155
Vehicle battery 217
Vehicle battery, replacing 218
Vehicle, break-in 166
Vehicle care 227
Vehicle care products 227
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 7
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 10
Vehicle jack 215
Vehicle paint 227
Vehicle storage 230
Vehicle wash 226
Ventilation 149
Ventilation, see Parked-car ventilation 149
VIN, see vehicle identification number 10
Voice activation system 26
W
Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 81
Warning displays, see Check Control 81
Warning messages, see Check Control 81
Warning triangle 220
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 74 Washer nozzles, wind‐
shield 74
Washing, vehicle 226
Water on roads 167
Weights 235
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking 38
Welcome lights 101
Wheels, changing 192
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 186
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 113
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 109
Wind deflector 52
Window defroster, rear 146, 149
Windows, powered 45
Windshield cleaning sys‐ tem 72
Windshield de‐ froster 146, 149
Windshield washer fluid 74
Windshield washer nozzles 74
Windshield wipers, fold-away position 74
Windshield wipers, see wiper system 72
Winter storage, care 230
Winter tires, suitable tires 193
Winter tires, tread 191
Wiper blades, replacing 208
Wiper fluid 74
Wiper system 72
Wood, care 229
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 25
Wrench 208 Seite 250REFERENCEEverything from A to Z250
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