Idrive Operating Concept; Idrive Input And Display - BMW X5 Owner's Manual

CONTROLS
iDrive
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Operating concept
Concept
iDrive includes a large number of functions.
These functions can be operated via the Control‐
ler and, depending on the equipment version, via
touchscreen, voice activation system or gesture
control.
Safety information
WARNING
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from traffic. It is possible to lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only use the systems or devices when the traf‐
fic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use
the systems and devices while the vehicle is
stationary.
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iDrive
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Input and display
Main menu
General information
Menu items with access to all iDrive functions
are available on the left side of the main menu.
Media/Radio
All functions of the entertainment system,
e.g., radio and TV stations, connection with ex‐
ternal devices and music collection.
Communication
Phone and SMS functions, e-mail and calen‐
dar and also the connection and management of
mobile devices, such as smartphones.
Navigation
Access to the navigation system, destination
input and traffic bulletins. Configurable map
views and other functions, such as Points of In‐
terest and areas to be avoided.
My Car
Information about vehicle status and trips.
Access to the Integrated Owner's Manual and
also administration of driver profiles and range of
adjustments for vehicle and iDrive.