Audio playback
Selecting the track using the button
Press the button for the appropri‐
ate direction as often as necessary until the de‐
sired track is played back.
Selecting the track on the onboard
monitor
Audio CDs
Select the desired track to begin playback.
CDs with compressed audio files
Depending on the data, some letters and num‐
bers of the CD may not be displayed correctly.
1.Select the directory if necessary.
To change to a higher level directory: move
the MINI joystick 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:
▷Artist.▷Album track.▷Number of tracks on the CD.▷File name of track.
Random playback
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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.
After connecting for the first time
Information on all music tracks, e.g. artist or
type of music, as well as playback lists are
transmitted 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.
Number of tracks
Information from up to four USB devices or for
approx. 26,000 tracks can be stored in the ve‐
hicle. If a fifth device is connected or if more
than 26,000 tracks are stored, information on
existing tracks may be deleted.
Copy protection
Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐
agement (DRM) cannot be played.
Audio playback1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3.Select the or symbol.
The playback starts with the first track.
The CD cover belonging to the track may ap‐
pear on the Control Display after several sec‐
onds.
Track search
Selection is possible via:
▷Playback lists.▷Information: type of music, artist, and, if
available, composer, album, track.▷Additionally for USB devices: file directory,
composer.
Tracks are displayed if they have been saved in
the Latin alphabet.
Starting the track search
1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3.Select the or symbol.4."Search"5.Select the desired category, e.g., "Genre" or
"Artist".
All entries are displayed in a list.▷Open "A-Z search" and input the de‐
sired entry.
When a letter is entered, the results are
filtered using this letter as the first let‐
ter. If multiple letters are entered, all re‐
sults that contain that sequence are dis‐
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Not all categories need to be selected. For
example, if all of the tracks by a certain ar‐
tist are to be displayed, call up that artist
only. All of the tracks by that artist are then
displayed.7."Play"
Restarting a track search
"New search"
Playback lists Calling up playback lists.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3.Select the or symbol.4."Playlists"
Current playback
List of tracks currently being played.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3.Select the or symbol.4."Current playback"
Random playback The current list of tracks is played back in ran‐
dom order.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3.Open "Options".4."Random"
Fast forward/reverse
Buttons on the steering wheel or on the CD
player:
Press and hold the button for the
corresponding direction.
Video playback
Overview
Video playback is only possible with a compati‐
ble iPod/iPhone. Connect using a video-capable
adapter cable or, if applicable, a snap-in
adapter.
Playback
The video image on the Control Display is dis‐
played while the vehicle is stationary; in some
countries, the parking brake must be set or P
must be engaged.1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3.Select the or symbol.4."Video"5.Select the desired file.
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The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐
played.5.Perform additional steps on the device, re‐
fer to the device operating instructions: for
instance, search for or connect the Blue‐
tooth device or a new device.
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears
on the device display.6.Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on
the device display.
You are prompted by the onboard monitor
or device to enter the same Bluetooth pass‐
key.7.Enter the passkey and confirm.
or
Compare the control number on the vehicle
display with the control number on the mo‐
bile phone display. Confirm the control
number on the mobile phone and in the
vehicle.
"OK"8.Select the desired functions with which the
device is to be connected, for instance
"Audio".9."OK"
If pairing was successful, the device is displayed
as connected.
White symbol
: the device is active as an au‐
dio source.
If pairing was unsuccessful: What to do if..., re‐
fer to page 174.
Connecting a specific device A device that has already been paired can be
connected as an active audio source.
Connecting is not possible when data is ex‐
changed via a mobile phone connected via
Bluetooth.
Requirements
If necessary, activate the audio connection of
the desired device from the list of paired devi‐
ces.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."Bluetooth® (audio)"3.If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio"4.Select the desired device from the list of
paired devices.5.Open "Options".6."Configure phone"7.Activate "Audio".8."OK"
Connecting the device
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3.If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio"4.Select the desired device from the list of
paired devices.
White symbol : the device is active as an au‐
dio source.
Playback
General information
▷The display of music track information de‐
pends on the device.▷Operation can takes place on the device or
onboard monitor.▷Playback is interrupted when data is ex‐
changed via a mobile phone connected via
Bluetooth.
Starting playback
1.Connect the device.2."CD/Multimedia"3."External devices"4. Select the symbol.5.Select the desired track from the list, if nec‐
essary.Playback menu
Depending on the particular device, some of
the functions may not be available.SymbolFunction Next track
Fast forward: press and hold the sym‐
bol. Previous music track
Reverse: press and hold the symbol.
Track search Music track search is possible depending on the
device.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3. Select the symbol.4."Search device content"5."A-Z search"6.Select the desired entry or directory.
Playback mode
Depending on the device, different programs
for playing back music files might be available.
1."CD/Multimedia"2."External devices"3. Select the symbol.4.Open "Options".5.Open "Select player".6.Select the desired channel.
Disconnecting the audio connection
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center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
Software Update The vehicle supports various external devices
depending on the current software version.
With a software update, the vehicle can support
new mobile phones or new external device, for
example.
Software updates and related current informa‐
tion is available at www.mini.com/connectivity.
Displaying the current version
The currently installed software is displayed.1."Settings"2."Software update"3."Show current version"
Updating the software
The software may only be updated when the
vehicle is stationary.
1.Store the file for the software-update in the
main director of a USB flash drive.2.Insert the USB flash drive into the USB au‐
dio interface in the center console. An up‐
date via the USB interface in the glove com‐
partment is not possible.3."Settings"4."Software update"5."Update software"6."Start update"7."OK"All listed software updates are installed.
Restoring the previous version The software version prior to the last software
update can be restored.
The previous version can only be restored when
the vehicle is stationary.1."Settings"2."Software update"3."Restore previous version"4."OK" Double-click.
All listed software updates are removed.
Note While the software is being updated or a previ‐
ous version is being restored, MINI Connected,
Office functions, and the connected devices are
temporarily unavailable. Wait several minutes for the functions to become available again.
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Bluetooth hands-free systemVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
When using the features and systems described
here, adhere to local regulations.
Overview The concept
Mobile phones can be connected with the vehi‐
cle via Bluetooth.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Blue‐
tooth® SIG, Inc.
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 onboard
monitor, using the buttons on the steering
wheel, and via voice activation.
Up to four external devices can be paired.
Certain functions may need to be enabled by
the mobile phone provider or service provider.
WARNING
Operating the integrated information sys‐
tem and communication devices while driving
can distract from traffic. It is possible to lose
control of the vehicle. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Only use the systems or devices when the
traffic situation allows. If necessary stop and
use the systems and devices while the vehicle is
stationary. ◀Compatible mobile phones
Details on which mobile phones are supported
by the hands-free system can be obtained at
www.mini.com/connectivity.
Displaying the vehicle identification number and software part number
The vehicle identification number and softwarepart number are needed to determine which
mobile phones are supported by the mobile
phone preparation package. The software ver‐
sion of the mobile phone may also be required.1."Telephone"2.Open "Options".3."Bluetooth® info"4."Display system information"
These compatible mobile phones, with a cer‐
tain software version, support the vehicle func‐
tions described below.
Malfunctions may occur with other mobile
phones or software versions.
Do not operate a mobile phone that is con‐
nected to the vehicle on the mobile phone key‐
pad, as this may lead to a malfunction.
InformationAt high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and functions
may not be executed.
When using the mobile phone via the vehicle,
note the operating instructions of the mobile
phone.
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Pairing/unpairing the
mobile phone
Requirements▷The mobile phone is compatible, refer to
page 178.▷The mobile phone is ready for operation.▷Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle and on
the mobile phone.▷Bluetooth presettings may need to be
made on the mobile phone, e.g., for a con‐
nection without confirmation or visibility,
refer to the mobile phone operating in‐
structions.▷Deactivate Bluetooth audio if necessary.▷A number with at least four and a maxi‐
mum of 16 digits was defined as the Blue‐
tooth passkey. It is only required once for
pairing.▷Compare the control number on the Control
Display with the control number on the mo‐
bile phone display. Confirm the control
number on the mobile phone and in the
vehicle.▷The radio ready state is switched on.
Activating/deactivating Bluetooth
Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere. Comply
with all safety guidelines and regulations.
1."Telephone"2.Open "Options".3."Bluetooth®"Pairing and connecting a mobile phone
WARNING
Operating the integrated information sys‐
tem and communication devices while driving
can distract from traffic. It is possible to lose
control of the vehicle. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Only use the systems or devices when the
traffic situation allows. If necessary stop and
use the systems and devices while the vehicle is
stationary. ◀1."Telephone"2."Bluetooth® (phone)"3."Add new phone"
The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐
played.4.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.5.Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on
the mobile phone display.6.You are prompted by the onboard monitor
or mobile phone to enter the same Blue‐
tooth passkey. Enter the passkey and con‐
firm.
or
Compare the control number on the vehicle
display with the control number on the mo‐
bile phone display. Confirm the control
number on the mobile phone and in the
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