Idrive - BMW 2 GRAN COUPE Series Manual

iDrive

Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific, and optional equipment offered with
the series. It also describes features and func-
tions that are not necessarily available in the
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or
country versions. This also applies to safety
functions and systems. When using these
functions and systems, the applicable laws
and regulations must be observed.
Operating concept
Principle
iDrive is the operating concept of the infotain-
ment system and includes a large number of
functions.
General information
Depending on vehicle equipment, the functions
can be operated as follows:
▷ Via the Controller.
▷ Via the control display.
▷ Via the touchpad.
▷ Via the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant.
Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from surrounding traffic. It is possi-
ble to lose control of the vehicle. There is
a risk of accident. Only use the systems or
devices when the traffic situation allows. As
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warranted, stop and use the systems and de-
vices while the vehicle is stationary.
Input and display
Main menu
General information
The main menu is divided into two areas. The
left area contains menu items that can be used
to call up all the iDrive functions. The right area
contains widgets that provide quick access to
certain functions.
Media/Radio
All functions of the entertainment system,
e.g., radio stations or connection with external
devices.
Communication
Phone and message functions, e-mail
and calendar, and also the connection and
management of mobile devices such as smart-
phones.
Navigation
Access to the navigation system, desti-
nation input and traffic bulletins. Configurable
map views and other functions such as points
of interest and areas to be avoided.
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