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BMW ONBOARD COMPUTER User Manual

BMW ONBOARD COMPUTER
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Owner's Manual
for Onboard
Computer
Contents
A - Z
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 006 - © 07/02 BMW AG

Table of Contents

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BMW ONBOARD COMPUTER Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
ModelONBOARD COMPUTER
CategoryAutomobile Electronics
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Onboard Computer Overview

Onboard Computer Displays and Controls

Details on the display screen, indicator lamps, receiver symbol, clock, and menu.

Radio Controls Overview

Radio Controls Displays and Controls

Overview of display elements and controls for the radio system, including buttons and display screen.

System Functions at a Glance

Computer Functions Overview

Overview of computer functions including range, temperature, time of arrival, fuel consumption, and speed.

GPS Navigation Functions Overview

Overview of GPS navigation functions like map CD/DVD, destination selection, and route guidance.

DSP Sound System Functions

Overview of Digital Sound Processing functions for audio reproduction quality and equalizer settings.

Auxiliary Heating and Ventilation Functions

Overview of auxiliary heating and ventilation functions, including timer and direct mode operation.

System Settings Overview

Overview of settings for screen display, clock, date, navigation volume, color, and language.

Screen Display Modes

Split-Screen Display Mode

Details on information shown on the left and right sides of the screen in split-screen mode.

Full Screen Display Modes

Information displayed in full screen mode, including communications and settings adjustments.

Control Concepts and Navigation

Onboard Computer Menu and Function Selection

Guides on navigating menus, selecting functions, and accessing additional features.

Navigation and List Management

Methods for resetting history, returning to previous menus, and scrolling through lists.

Function Selection Explained

Detailed Function Selection Procedures

Step-by-step guides for individual control and entry processes in function selection.

Safety and Settings

Important Safety Precautions

Warnings and precautions for the safe operation of the onboard system.

System Settings and Customization

How to adjust settings for screen, clock, date, volume, color, and language.

GPS Navigation System

GPS Navigation System Introduction

Overview of the GPS system, its purpose, and contribution to traffic safety.

Map CD/DVD Management

Information on inserting, changing, and requirements for map CDs/DVDs.

Starting and Configuring GPS Navigation

Steps to start GPS, destination selection options, and initial destination entry.

Manual Destination Entry Procedure

Step-by-step guide for entering country, city, and street details.

Map-Supported Destination Selection

Map-Based Destination Selection

Using a cursor on the map to identify and select a destination.

Destination Information and Memory

Selecting Destinations by Information Type

Finding destinations like hotels, attractions, or BMW centers using information categories.

Accessing Recent Destinations

How to retrieve and select from a list of previously entered destinations.

Returning to Starting Point

Storing and retrieving the starting location for return trips.

Route Selection and Guidance

Route Preference Options

Defining priorities like 'via highway' or 'avoid tolls' for route calculation.

Destination Guidance System Activation

Steps to start active guidance and how the system provides directions.

Route Map Viewing and Adjustment

Displaying the route, adjusting map scale, and changing direction orientation.

Route Management and Voice Messages

Modifying Route Preferences and Sections

Changing route preferences and adjusting route sections during active guidance.

Voice Message Control and Volume Adjustment

Adjusting voice message volume and managing message playback.

Address Book and Vehicle Position

Address Book and Destination Memory Management

Storing addresses and current vehicle positions in the address book.

Deleting Addresses from Address Book

How to delete individual or all stored addresses.

Entering Current Vehicle Position Manually

Procedure for manually entering the current position if GPS is unavailable.

Advanced Features and Troubleshooting

Wordmatch System for Name Entry

How the wordmatch system simplifies destination entry with auto-completion.

Troubleshooting GPS Navigation Issues

Solutions for common problems like no position display, reception loss, or entry refusal.

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