BMW Z4 Roadster Owner's Handbook Manual page 67

Connecting mobile devices
to the vehicle
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 using the hands-
free system.
Operating telephone functions
via iDrive or touchscreen.
Other functions, for example
contacts or SMS.
Playing music from the smart‐
phone or the audio player.
USB storage medium:
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:
General settings
Connec‐
tion type
Bluetooth.
Bluetooth or
USB.
USB.
USB.
WiFi hotspot
over WLAN.
Bluetooth
and WLAN.
WLAN.
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▷ Bluetooth.
▷ WiFi hotspot.
▷ Apple CarPlay.
▷ Screen Mirroring.
Registered devices are then automatically recog‐
nised and connected to the vehicle.
Safety note
WARNING
Operating integrated information systems and
communication devices during a 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.
Compatible devices
General
Information about mobile devices compatible
with the vehicle is available at www.bmw.com/
bluetooth.
Malfunctions may occur when using unlisted de‐
vices or different software versions.
Viewing the vehicle identification
number and software part number
When looking for compatible devices, the vehicle
identification number and software part number
may have to be stated. These numbers can be
displayed in the vehicle.
Via iDrive:
1. "COM"
2. "Mobile devices"
3. Tilt the Controller to the right.
4. "Settings"
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