BMW M5 Owner's Handbook Manual page 58

OVERVIEW
Deletion is completed after 15 minutes.
If not all data is deleted, repeat the deletion proc‐
ess if required.
Cancelling deletion
Switch-on drive-ready state to cancel the data
deletion.
Connections
Principle
Various connection types are available for using
mobile devices in the vehicle. The connection
type to select depends on the mobile device and
the desired function.
General
The following overview shows possible functions
and the appropriate connection types for them.
The level of functionality depends on the mobile
device.
Function
Making calls with using the
hands-free system.
Operating telephone functions
via iDrive.
Using the smartphone Office
functions.
Playing music from the smart‐
phone or the audio player.
Operating compatible apps via
iDrive.
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General settings
Connec‐
tion type
Bluetooth.
Bluetooth or
USB.
Bluetooth or
USB.
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Function
USB storage medium:
Exporting and importing driver
profiles.
Performing software updates.
Importing and exporting stored
journeys.
Music playback.
Playing videos from the smart‐
phone or the USB device.
Using the vehicle's Internet ac‐
cess.
Operate Apple CarPlay apps via
iDrive and by voice commands.
Screen Mirroring:
Showing the smartphone display
on the Control Display.
The following connection types require a one-off
registration process with the vehicle:
▷ Bluetooth.
▷ Internet hotspot.
▷ Apple CarPlay.
▷ Screen Mirroring.
Registered devices are then automatically recog‐
nised and connected to the vehicle.
Safety note
WARNING
Operating integrated informations systems and
communication devices during the journey may
distract you from the traffic. You could lose
control of the vehicle. There is a danger of acci‐
dents. Only operate the systems or devices if
permissible in the traffic situation. Stop if nec‐
essary and operate the systems or devices with
the vehicle at a standstill.
Connec‐
tion type
USB.
USB.
Internet hot‐
spot.
Bluetooth
and WiFi.
WiFi