BMW X3 xDrive20i 2013 Owner's Handbook Manual page 194

Entertainment
The sound is output via the vehicle loudspeak‐
ers.
Volume control
The volume of the sound output depends on the
audio device. If this volume differs significantly
from other audio sources, it makes sense to bal‐
ance the volumes.
Adjust volume
1. "CD/Multimedia"
2. If applicable, "External devices"
3. "AUX front"
4. "Volume"
5. Turn the controller until the desired volume
setting is reached and press the controller.
USB audio interface /mobile phone
audio interface
Overview
External audio devices can be connected, Op‐
eration is done using the iDrive. The sound out‐
put is via the vehicle loudspeakers.
Connection options for external devices
▷ Connection is via USB audio interface: Ap‐
ple iPod/iPhone, USB devices, for example
MP3 player, USB memory sticks or mobile
phones that are supported by the USB audio
interface.
▷ Connection is via snap-in adapter if your ve‐
hicle is equipped with extended connectivity
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of the music player in the mobile phone: Ap‐
ple iPhone or mobile phones.
Playback is only possible if no audio device
is connected to the AUX-IN port.
Due to the large variety of the audio devices
available on the market, operation using the ve‐
hicle cannot be ensured for every audio device/
mobile phone.
Ask at your Service centre regarding suitable
audio devices/mobile phones.
Audio files
Playback of common audio files is possible:
▷ MP3.
▷ WMA.
▷ WAV (PCM).
▷ AAC, M4A.
▷ Playback lists: M3U, WPL, PLS.
File systems
Current file systems for USB devices are sup‐
ported. FAT 32 format is recommended.
Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via
USB audio interface
The USB audio interface is in the centre armrest.
For the connection, use the special cable
adapter for the Apple iPod/iPhone, available
from the Service centre, or a flexible adapter ca‐
ble.