Headunit High
Headunit High
Product�information.
Headunit�High
BMW�Service
General�information
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to�very�important�information:
Contains�important�safety�information�and�information�that�needs�to�be�observed�strictly�in�order�to
guarantee�the�smooth�operation�of�the�system.
Information�status�and�national-market�versions
BMW�Group�vehicles�meet�the�requirements�of�the�highest�safety�and�quality�standards.�Changes
in�requirements�for�environmental�protection,�customer�benefits�and�design�render�necessary
continuous�development�of�systems�and�components.�Consequently,�there�may�be�discrepancies
between�the�contents�of�this�document�and�the�vehicles�available�in�the�training�course.
This�document�basically�relates�to�the�European�version�of�left-hand�drive�vehicles.�Some�operating
elements�or�components�are�arranged�differently�in�right-hand�drive�vehicles�than�shown�in�the
graphics�in�this�document.�Further�differences�may�arise�as�a�result�of�the�equipment�specification�in
specific�markets�or�countries.
Additional�sources�of�information
Further�information�on�the�individual�topics�can�be�found�in�the�following:
• Owner's�Manual
• Integrated�Service�Technical�Application.
Contact:�conceptinfo@[Link]
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The�information�contained�in�this�document�forms�an�integral�part�of�the�technical�training�of�the
BMW�Group�and�is�intended�for�the�trainer�and�participants�in�the�seminar.�Refer�to�the�latest�relevant
information�systems�of�the�BMW�Group�for�any�changes/additions�to�the�technical�data.
Information�status:�March�2012
BV-72/Technical�Training
Headunit�High
Contents
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1. Headunit�history.......................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2. 3rd�Generation�Headunit�High..........................................................................................................................................................1
1.3. New�features................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.4. Glossary.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
1.4.1. Streaming..........................................................................................................................................................................................3
1.4.2. Codec...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.4.3. Container......................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Vehicle�Introduction�Scenario.............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
3. System�Wiring�Diagrams................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
3.1. BMW�5-Series,�6-Series�and�7-Series............................................................................................................................... 6
3.1.1. Bus�overview................................................................................................................................................................................6
3.1.2. Headunit�High..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.1.3. Versions�with�video�switch............................................................................................................................. 12
3.1.4. Rear�seat�entertainment�RSE.......................................................................................................................14
3.1.5. Connectivity............................................................................................................................................................................16
3.1.6. Audio�and�video�player�integration.................................................................................................... 18
3.2. BMW�3-Series........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20
3.2.1. Headunit�High� ................................................................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.2. Connectivity............................................................................................................................................................................22
3.3. BMW�X3......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
3.3.1. Headunit�High........................................................................................................................................................................24
4. System�Components......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
4.1. Hardware�of�Headunit�High............................................................................................................................................................ 26
4.1.1. System�overview�of�Headunit�High................................................................................................... 26
4.1.2. Front�view�of�Headunit�High........................................................................................................................ 27
4.1.3. Rear�view�of�Headunit�High...........................................................................................................................28
4.1.4. Hard�disk� ................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
4.1.5. Tuner�modules................................................................................................................................................................... 33
4.1.6. System�components................................................................................................................................................ 35
4.1.7. Integrated�flash�memory.................................................................................................................................... 36
4.2. Displays�and�operating�elements.............................................................................................................................................37
4.2.1. APIX�data�line� .................................................................................................................................................................... 37
4.2.2. Controller�with�touchpad� ................................................................................................................................. 38
4.3. External�devices................................................................................................................................................................................................ 41
4.3.1. AUX-IN�connection�with�USB�interface...................................................................................... 41
4.3.2. Smartphone�connection....................................................................................................................................... 43
4.4. Telephone�systems.........................................................................................................................................................................................43
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4.4.1. Telephone-supported�headunit� .............................................................................................................43
4.4.2. Telephone�connection�with�snap-in�adapter........................................................................ 44
4.4.3. Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)........................................................................................... 45
4.5. Antenna�systems............................................................................................................................................................................................. 49
4.5.1. Phase�diversity�for�FM.............................................................................................................................................49
4.5.2. Intermediate�frequency�in�the�AM�range.................................................................................... 50
4.5.3. Bluetooth�antenna.......................................................................................................................................................... 50
4.5.4. SDARS�and�IBOC�(US)......................................................................................................................................... 50
4.6. Rear�seat�entertainment�system............................................................................................................................................. 50
4.6.1. System�overview............................................................................................................................................................. 50
4.6.2. Front�view�of�RSE�control�unit..................................................................................................................52
4.6.3. Rear�view�of�RSE........................................................................................................................................................... 54
4.6.4. Front�view�of�FD..............................................................................................................................................................55
4.6.5. Rear�view�of�FD.................................................................................................................................................................. 56
4.6.6. Rear�seat�entertainment�system�SA6FH.................................................................................. 57
4.6.7. Professional�rear�entertainment�SA6FR....................................................................................59
4.7. Radio�systems...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
4.7.1. Radio�remote�control� ............................................................................................................................................... 60
4.7.2. Wireless�headphones� .............................................................................................................................................. 61
5. Functions................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
5.1. Display�and�operating�concept..................................................................................................................................................63
5.1.1. Changes�to�the�predecessor....................................................................................................................... 63
5.1.2. Controller�with�touchpad�(2013�update)................................................................................... 63
5.2. Multimedia.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 64
5.2.1. Multimedia�submenus.............................................................................................................................................. 64
5.2.2. Music�collection� .............................................................................................................................................................65
5.2.3. External�devices� .............................................................................................................................................................68
5.3. Radio....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................71
5.3.1. FM/AM............................................................................................................................................................................................. 71
5.4. Navigation....................................................................................................................................................................................................................72
5.4.1. Map�view� ................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
5.4.2. Interactive�map� ................................................................................................................................................................ 73
5.4.3. POI�brands�and�weather�icons................................................................................................................... 74
5.4.4. Advanced�Real-Time�Traffic�Information�(ARTTI)....................................................... 75
5.4.5. Route�guidance................................................................................................................................................................. 77
5.4.6. Stage�destinations....................................................................................................................................................... 78
5.4.7. Enhanced�guiding........................................................................................................................................................... 79
5.4.8. Updating�navigation�data.....................................................................................................................................79
5.5. Telephone�systems...................................................................................................................................................................................... 80
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5.5.1. Main�and�additional�telephone................................................................................................................. 80
5.5.2. Voice�input�for�Office...............................................................................................................................................80
5.5.3. Office�calendar�display......................................................................................................................................... 83
5.6. Telematic�systems......................................................................................................................................................................................... 84
5.6.1. BMW�Online............................................................................................................................................................................. 84
5.6.2. BMW�TeleServices...................................................................................................................................................... 90
5.6.3. BMW�Apps�and�plug-in� ..................................................................................................................................... 92
5.7. Vehicle�information�and�settings............................................................................................................................................ 93
5.7.1. Integrated�Owner's�Manual�(IBA)..........................................................................................................93
5.7.2. Connections............................................................................................................................................................................. 93
5.8. Rear�seat�entertainment�system............................................................................................................................................. 94
5.8.1. Zoning................................................................................................................................................................................................ 94
5.8.2. Serving�function................................................................................................................................................................. 95
5.8.3. Connect�headphones..............................................................................................................................................97
Headunit�High
1.�Introduction
1.1.�Headunit�history
Although�the�E65�(7�Series)�introduced�the�iDrive�concept�it�wasn't�until�the�launch�on�the�E63�(6
Series)�in�2003�that�the�first�headunit�was�introduced�at�BMW�under�the�name�Car�Communication
Computer�(CCC).�This�device�combined�the�tuner�functions�(radio),�navigation,�speech�processing,
a�user�interface�and�a�DVD/CD�drive�in�one�component�(for�the�first�time�in�a�BMW�vehicle).�For�this
reason�this�central�control�unit�was�referred�to�as�the�headunit.�With�the�launch�of�the�F01�(in�the�fall�of
2008)�the�2nd�generation�Headunit�High�(HU-H)�the�Car�Information�Computer�(CIC)�was�introduced.
CIC�was�a�completely�revised�control�concept�with�one�of�the�highlights�being�an�integrated�hard
drive,�on�which�both�the�map�data�for�the�navigation�and�a�music�collection�with�relevant�music�track
®
database�(Gracenote ),�were�stored.�Numerous�external�receivers�(IBOC,�SDARS)�were�also�gradually
incorporated�into�the�headunit�hardware.�BMW�Assist�and�BMW�Online�were�supplemented�with
Google�Search�and�displayed�in�the�menu�BMW�Services�or�ConnectedDrive�(from�03/2011).�The
Active�Voice�Recognition�was�further�developed�and�supplemented�with�a�one-shot�destination�input.
1.2.�3rd�Generation�Headunit�High
The�3rd�generation�of�the�Headunit�High�introduced�in�July�2012�is�part�of�the�model�upgrade�for�the
7-Series�Life�Cycle�Impulse�(LCI)�as�well�as�for�the�5-Series�sedan�and�Gran�Turismo.�The�Headunit
High�will�also�be�installed�in�the�F30�hybrid�and�F31�as�from�their�market�launch.
1.3.�New�features
The�CIC�user�interface�has�been�completely�revised�and�upgraded�with�a�futuristic�(3D�effect)
enhanced�perspective�view.�The�structure�of�the�individual�menus�is�now�shown�in�virtual�high
resolution�with�enhanced�graphics.�The�symbols�on�the�symbol�bars�have�been�standardized�and
a�variety�of�movements�and�animations�have�also�been�added.�Images�of�vehicles�and�objects
(previously�only�visible�in�the�Options�menu)�have�now�been�integrated�directly�in�the�submenus�for�a
more�sophisticated�and�ultra�modern�look�and�feel.
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1.�Introduction
Main�menu�and�start�screen;�comparison�of�CIC�(left)�to�Headunit�High�3rd�Generation�HU-H�(right)
The�hardware�was�completely�revised�and�is�now�equipped�with�a�new�1.3�GHz�processor,�1�GB
working�memory,�8�GB�flash�memory�and�a�200�GB�SATA�hard�disk.�And�as�with�the�earlier
headunits,�the�flash�memory�and�hard�disk�cannot�be�replaced.
The�music�collection�has�been�enhanced�and�equipped�with�new�functions�(e.g.�favorites).
The�USB�interface�in�the�center�console�can�now�play�video�files,�as�well�as�audio�files.�It�is�also
used�for�importing/exporting�data�and�updating�navigation�maps,�as�the�USB�in�the�glove�compartment
has�been�discontinued.
New�to�the�IBOC�is�the�display�of�album�art�and�station�logos�(these�are�only�displayed�if�the�station
provides�such�content�over�the�HD�digital�signal)
With�regard�to�telephone/connectivity,�the�main�telephone�and�additional�telephone�are�now
handled�equally�for�the�first�time�and�shown�together�in�the�Office�menu.�The�Combox�media
was�integrated�in�the�headunit�complete�with�all�functions�and�interfaces.�In�addition,�the�headunit-
supported�telephone�service�(SA6NH)�was�integrated�and�has�made�redundant�the�use�of�the�Combox
media.
The�Combox�with�telematics�functions�has�been�replaced�with�its�successor,�the�Telematic
Communication�Box�(TCB).
The�Rear�Seat�Entertainment�system�(RSE)�was�completely�revised�and�equipped�with�new
hardware�(RSE�control�unit�and�new�rear�monitors)�with�new�functions�like�zoning,�serving�function.
But�the�big�addition�to�RSE�would�be�the�ability�to�use�Navigation�and�set�destinations�from�the
rear�seat.�F01�vehicles�with�the�ZRP�option�(Rear�Entertainment�Package)�will�have�the�controller
integrated�into�the�center�armrest�of�the�backseat�while�the�other�vehicles�will�use�a�wireless�remote
control.
The�Headunit�High�is�equipped�with�a�message�dictation�"Speech-to-text"�function�to�answer�and
compose�text�messages�and�emails�directly�via�the�iDrive�and�the�use�of�a�BMW�“Tested”�phone.�A
Voice�memo�function�is�also�available�where�voice�memos�can�be�recorded�,�saved�to�a�USB�or�sent
via�email�as�sound�files.
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1.�Introduction
1.4.�Glossary
1.4.1.�Streaming
The�process�of�data�transfer�for�audio�or�video�files�is�called�"streaming",�"livestream"�or�in�brief
"stream".�The�data�in�this�case�is�transmitted�via�radio.�The�significant�difference�to�the�radio�is�that
there�the�transmitted�data�can�be�received�from�a�variety�of�receivers.�In�the�case�of�streaming�a�point-
by-point�connection�between�the�media�server�of�the�sender�and�the�receiver�is�realized�for�each�user
as�per�his�requirements,�etc.�In�this�regard�the�complete�file�does�not�have�to�be�sent�to�the�receiver
to�start�playback.�Playback�can�take�place�for�the�receiver�as�soon�as�the�transmission�has�started.
Examples�for�streaming�include�the�Bluetooth�audio�streaming.
1.4.2.�Codec
Codec�(made-up�word�from�English��co��der�and��dec��oder)�is�a�procedure,�which�codes�and�decodes
data�or�signals�using�digital�means.�Video�or�audio�files�are�not�changed�during�coding�without�any
loss,�but�a�dynamic�reduction�of�the�signal,�as�well�as�data�compression,�are�performed,�which�result�in
deteriorations�in�quality�depending�on�the�extent�and�procedure.�An�example�of�this�is�the�conversion
of�a�CD�digital�audio�file�.wav�to�a�compressed�audio�file�.mp3.�Video�files�can�also�be�converted.�An
example�of�this�is�a�.mov�file�converted�using�XviD�Video�codec�to�MPEG-4�video�format.
Due�to�the�decline�in�quality�(which�is�generally�not�noticeable�for�the�user)�we�can�reduce�the
necessary�bandwidth�or�the�required�memory�capacity�(example�.wav�70MB�to�.mp3�approx.�7MB).
Furthermore,�it�is�important�to�make�a�distinction�between�the�coded�data�format,�i.e.�the�audio�and
video�format,�and�the�container�format.
1.4.3.�Container
A�container�or�container�format�is�a�file�in�digital�data�processing�which�can�contain�different�files�and
file�types.
Audio/Video�container�formats�can�contain�at�least�one�audio�and�video�stream.�Some�formats�also
allow�embedding�of�subtitles,�menu�structures�or�other�content.�A�container�format�is�thus�only�the
cover�for�the�files�contained�therein.�A�mpeg-4�container,�for�example�a�H.264�coded�video,�can�be
combined�with�a�AAC�audio�or�a�Xvid�coded�video�combined�with�MP3�audio.�Containers�are�a�basic
requirement�for�video�files,�music�also�exists�in�a�"raw"�version,�i.e.�without�the�noise�of�containers.
The�content�of�a�container�is�not�visible�from�the�outside.
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Headunit�High
1.�Introduction
Container�for�audio/video�formats
Index Explanation
1 Metadata
2 Film�file
3 Subtitle�or�menu�information
4 Audio�file�with�German-speaking�sound
5 Audio�file�with�English-speaking�sound
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2.�Vehicle�Introduction�Scenario
The�Headunit�High�will�be�available�with�the�SA609�(Navigation)�in�the�following�BMW�models:
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.1.�BMW�5-Series,�6-Series�and�7-Series
3.1.1.�Bus�overview
Bus�overview�for�the�vehicles�of�the�BMW�7-Series�(TBX�installed�as�of�July�2013�production)
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Control�units�with�wake-up�line
2 Control�units�authorized�to�perform�wake-up�function
3 Start-up�node�control�units�for�starting�and�synchronizing�the
FlexRay�bus�system
ACC ACC�sensor�(sensor�and�control�unit�for�Active�Cruise�Control)
ACSM Advanced�Crash�Safety�Module
AL Active�steering
AMPT Amplifier�Top�(top�high�fidelity�amplifier)
ASD Active�Sound�Design
CAS Car�Access�System
CID Central�information�display
CON Controller
DME Digital�Engine�Electronics�(DME)
DME2 Digital�Engine�Electronics�2
DSC Dynamic�Stability�Control
DVDC DVD�changer
EDCSHL Electronic�Damper�Control�satellite,�rear�left
EDCSHR Electronic�Damper�Control�satellite,�rear�right
EDCSVL Electronic�Damper�Control�satellite,�front�left
EDCSVR Electronic�Damper�Control�satellite,�front�right
EGS Electronic�transmission�control
EHC Electronic�ride�height�control
EKPS Electronic�fuel�pump�control
EMF Electromechanical�parking�brake
EPS Electronic�Power�Steering�(electromechanical�power�steering)
FCON Rear�compartment�controller
FD Rear�compartment�display
FD2 Rear�compartment�display�2
FKA Rear�climate�control
FLA High-beam�assistant
FRM Footwell�module
FZD Roof�function�center
GWS Gear�selector�switch
HU-H Headunit�High�(with�SA609)
HKA Automatic�rear�air-conditioning�and�heating
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
HKL Automatic�operation�of�tailgate
HSR Rear�axle�slip�angle�control
HUD Head‐Up�Display
ICM Integrated�Chassis�Management
IHKA Integrated�automatic�heating�/�air-conditioning�system
JBE Junction�box�electronics
KAFAS Camera-based�driver�support�systems
K-CAN Body�controller�area�network
K-CAN2 Body�Controller�Area�Network�2�(500�kBit/s)
K-CAN3 Body�Controller�Area�Network�3�(500�kBit/s)
KOMBI Instrument�panel
LHML LED�main�light�module,�left
LHMR LED�main�light�module,�right
MOST MOST
NVE Night�Vision�Electronics
PDC Park�Distance�Control
PMA Parking�Maneuvering�Assistant
PT-CAN Powertrain�controller�area�network
PT-CAN2 Powertrain�controller�area�network�2
OBD Diagnostic�socket
REMARE Reversible�electric-driven�reel,�right
REMALI Reversible�electric-driven�reel,�left
RSE Rear�Seat�Entertainment�system
SINE Siren�with�tilt�alarm�sensor
SME Battery�management�electronics
SMBFH Seat�module,�passenger
SMFAH Driver's�seat�module
STML Headlight�driver�module,�left
STMR Headlight�driver�module,�right
SVT Servotronic�module
SWW Lane�change�warning
SZL Steering�column�switch�cluster
TBX Touch�box�(as�of�July�2013,�not�installed�in�6–Series)
TCB Telematic�Communication�Box
TPMS Tire�Pressure�Monitoring�System
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
TRSVC Control�unit�for�reversing�camera�and�Side�View
VDM Vertical�Dynamics�Management
VSW Video�switch
VTG Transfer�case�control�unit�(xDrive�only)
ZGM Central�gateway�module
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.1.2.�Headunit�High
Headunit�High�of�large�series�in�the�system�network
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Headunit�High
3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Dynamic�Stability�Control�(DSC)
2 Central�gateway�module�(ZGM)
3 Steering�angle�sensor�(LWS)�integrated�in�the�steering�column
switch�cluster�(SZL)
4 Instrument�panel�(KOMBI)
5 Central�information�display�(CID)
6 Junction�box�electronics�(JBE)�with�front�power�distribution�box
7 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
8 Controller�(CON)
9 AUX-In�connection�with�integrated�USB�audio�interface
10 Integrated�automatic�heating�/�air-conditioning�system�(IHKA)
with�audio�control�panel
11 Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
12 Telematic�antenna
13 Antenna�amplifier�for�FM,�AM,�remote�control�service
14 Power�distribution�box,�rear
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.1.3.�Versions�with�video�switch
Headunit�High�in�connection�with�a�video�switch
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Headunit�High
3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Central�gateway�module�(ZGM)
2 Night�vision�electronics�(NVE)
3 Central�information�display�(CID)
4 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
5 Video�base�plate
6 DVD�changer�(DVDC)
7 Rear�seat�entertainment�(RSE)
8 Power�distribution�box,�rear
9 Camera�module�for�all-round�vision�camera�(TRSVC)
10 Video�switch�(VSW)
11 Video�module�(VM)�Not�for�US
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.1.4.�Rear�seat�entertainment�RSE
Headunit�High�in�connection�with�Rear�Seat�Entertainment
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Central�gateway�module�(ZGM)
2 Footwell�module�(FRM)
3 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
4 Junction�box�electronics�(JBE)�with�front�power�distribution�box
5 Rear�monitor,�rear�left
6 Rear�compartment�display�2,�rear�right
7 Touch�box�for�the�touchpad
(TBX)�(as�of�7/13)
8 Rear�seat�entertainment�(RSE)
9 Rear-compartment�controller�(FCON)�with�version�module�for
right�and�left�side
10 Video�switch�(VSW)
11 Power�distribution�box,�rear
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.1.5.�Connectivity
Headunit�High�connectivity�with�telephone�and�telematic�systems
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Dynamic�Stability�Control�(DSC)
2 Central�gateway�module�(ZGM)
3 Car�Access�System�(CAS)
4 Footwell�module�(FRM)
5 Steering�angle�sensor�(LWS)�integrated�in�the�steering�column
switch�cluster�(SZL)
6 Instrument�panel�(KOMBI)
7 Integrated�Chassis�Management�(ICM)
8 Central�information�display�(CID)
9 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
10 AUX-In�connection�with�integrated�USB�audio�interface
11 Junction�box�electronics�JBE�with�front�power�distribution�box
12 WLAN�antenna�for�audio�streaming�(from�2013)
13 Microphone�2�for�the�front�passenger�(MIC2)
14 Controller�(CON)
15 Integrated�automatic�heating�/�air-conditioning�system�(IHKA)
16 Crash�Safety�Module�(ACSM)
17 Emergency�loudspeaker
18 Bluetooth�antenna
19 Microphone�for�the�driver�(MIC)
20 Video-compatible�base�plate�for�the�telephone�snap-in�adapter
21 Roof�function�center�(FZD)�with�emergency�call�button
22 Telematic�antenna,�GPS�antenna.
23 Handset�rest�in�the�rear�passenger�compartment�of�the�vehicle�(Not�for�US)
24 Base�plate�in�the�rear�passenger�compartment�of�the�vehicle�(Not�for�US)
25 Emergency�GSM�antenna
26 Telephone�antenna�for�the�rear�area�in�the�bumper
27 Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.1.6.�Audio�and�video�player�integration
Headunit�audio�and�video�player�integration
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Central�gateway�module�(ZGM)
2 Steering�angle�sensor�(LWS)�integrated�in�the�steering
column�switch�cluster�(SZL)
3 Central�information�display�(CID)
4 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
5 Controller�(CON)
6 Junction�box�electronics�(JBE)
7 AUX-In�connection�with�integrated�USB�audio�interface
8 Video�base�plate
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.2.�BMW�3-Series
3.2.1.�Headunit�High
Headunit�High�in�the�system�network�(F30)
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Dynamic�Stability�Control�(DSC)
2 Power�distribution�box,�front
3 Front�Electronic�Module�(FEM)
4 Power�distribution�box,�rear
5 Integrated�Chassis�Management�(ICM)
6 Controller�(CON)
7 Control�unit�for�integrated�automatic�heating�/�air-conditioning�system�(IHKA)
8 Control�panel�for�heating�and�air-conditioning�system
9 Control�panel�for�Headunit�High
10 USB�port�for�external�media�and�data�import/export
11 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
12 Central�information�display�(CID)
13 Steering�column�switch�cluster�(SZL)
14 Instrument�panel�(KOMBI)
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.2.2.�Connectivity
Headunit�High�connectivity�with�telephone�and�telematic�systems
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Crash�Safety�Module�(ACSM)
2 Roof�function�center�(FZD)
3 Front�Electronic�Module�(FEM)
4 Emergency�loudspeaker
5 Microphone�for�the�driver�(MIC)
6 Microphone�2�for�the�front�passenger�(MIC2)
7 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
8 AUX-In�connection�with�integrated�USB�audio�interface
9 Bluetooth�antenna
10 Video-compatible�base�plate�for�the�snap-in�adapter
11 Cell�telephone�antennas,�GPS
12 Emergency�GSM�antenna
13 Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
14 Power�distribution�box,�rear
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
3.3.�BMW�X3
3.3.1.�Headunit�High
Headunit�High�in�the�system�network�(F25)
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3.�System�Wiring�Diagrams
Index Explanation
1 Central�gateway�module�(ZGM)
2 Instrument�panel�(KOMBI)
3 Central�information�display�(CID)
4 Junction�box�electronics�(JBE)�with�front�power�distribution�box
5 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
6 AUX-In�connection�with�integrated�USB�audio�interface
7 Footwell�module�(FRM)
8 Controller�(CON)
9 Video-compatible�base�plate�for�the�snap-in�adapter
10 Cell�telephone�antennas,�GPS
11 Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
12 Video�module�(VM)�(Not�for�US)
13 DVD�changer�DVD-C
14 Control�unit�for�reversing�camera�and�Side�View�(TRSVC)
15 Not�for�US
16 Power�distribution�box,�rear
17 Antenna�amplifier�for�FM,�AM,�remote�control�service
18 High-mounted�brake�light
19 Interference�filter
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4.�System�Components
4.1.�Hardware�of�Headunit�High
4.1.1.�System�overview�of�Headunit�High
Block�diagram�of�Headunit�High
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4.�System�Components
Index Explanation
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 User�interface
4 Application�software
5 Hardware�and�interfaces
4.1.2.�Front�view�of�Headunit�High
Front�view�of�Headunit�High�with�DVD�drive
Index Explanation
1 DVD�drive
2 Housing�of�Headunit�High
By�combining�several�external�control�units�in�one�housing�the�following�advantages�are�possible:
• More�functionalities
• Excellent�software�expendability�through�suitable�interfaces
• epitomized�installation�area�and�less�weight
The�Headunit�High�has�a�modular�design.�The�key�systems�for�communication�are�integrated�as
modules�within�the�Headunit.
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4.�System�Components
The�following�components�are�incorporated�in�the�HU-H�housing:
• 3�x�tuner�(FM)
• 2�x�tuner�(AM)
• Frequency�diversity�module
• IBOC�decoder�(US�only)
• SDARS�satellite�tuner�(US�only)
• Audio�system�controller
• MOST-CAN�gateway
• Interface/Voltage�supply�CID�(APIX)
DVD�drive
The�DVD�drive�can�also�play�CDs�(CD�digital�audio),�this�includes�CD-ROM,�CD-R�and�CD-RW.
The�DVD�audio�for�HiFi�fans�is�considered�a�special�case�as�only�the�video�clip�part�can�be�played�and
not�the�multiple-channel�audio�part.
Although�Blu-ray�discs�are�not�supported,�DVD�videos,�DVD-ROM,�DVD-R,�DVD+R,�DVD-RW,�DVD
+RW,�DVD-R�DL,�DVD+R�DL�are.
For�compressed�audio�files�like�.mp3,�.wma�and�also�AAC�(Advanced�Audio�Coding)�formats�(e.g.�.m4a
®
=�iTunes ;�.aac;�.3gp;�.mp4;�.m4b)�are�supported.
4.1.3.�Rear�view�of�Headunit�High
In�comparison�to�the�predecessor�CIC�(Car�Information�Computer)�Headunit�High�the�3rd�generation
of�the�Headunit�High�has�a�variety�of�additional�connections.
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4.�System�Components
Rear�view�of�the�Headunit�High�with�connections
Index Explanation
1 FBAS�3�and�4�for�additional�video�sources�in�the�vehicle
2 NF�for�the�speakers,�telephone�mute,�K-CAN,�voltage�supply
3 Micro�1�and�2;�Aux-In,�FBAS�1�and�2
4 Not�for�US
5 Not�for�US
6 FM2,�color�code�white
7 AM/FM1;�color�code�black
8 GPS�antenna,�color�code�blue
9 Media�Oriented�System�Transport�(MOST)�bus
10 Color�code�burgundy�(preparation�of�WLAN�antenna�as�of�9/13�update)
11 Ethernet�connection�for�RSE�,�color�code�orange
12 USB1�connection;�customer�access�at�AUX-In�USB�socket�in�the�center
console�(also�for�data�imports/exports);�color�code�beige
13 USB2�connection;�connection�for�customer�Smartphone�via�telephone�base
plate;�color�code�curry
14 USB3�connection;�Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)�color�code�light�green
15 Bluetooth�antenna�connection;�color�code�beige
16 APIX�connection�and�voltage�supply�of�the�central�information�display;
color�code�violet
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4.�System�Components
US�version
In�the�US�version�connections�the�4,�5�and�10�are�not�used.�The�digital�radio�HD�together�with�the
IBOC�tuner�is�powered�via�the�FM�interface.�For�the�satellite�radio�SDARS�an�antenna�connection�is
provided�in�the�top�right�area�of�the�Headunit�High.
US�version�of�Headunit�High�with�SDARS�connection
Index Explanation
1 Connection�for�SDARS�antenna
4.1.4.�Hard�disk
Hard�disk�in�the�Headunit�High
Index Explanation
1 Hard�disk
2 Housing�of�Headunit�High
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4.�System�Components
Partitioning
The�hard�disk�in�the�Car�Information�Computer�had�a�storage�capacity�of�80�GB.�This�was�increased
to�200�GB�in�the�3rd�generation�of�the�Headunit�High.�While�navigation�and�contact�details�and
the�Gracenote�database�have�retained�the�standard�capacity�as�in�the�CIC,�other�areas�have�been
expanded.�For�example�the�memory�capacity�for�the�music�collection�was�increased�by�more�than�8
GB�to�20.5�GB.�The�interactive�Owner's�Manual�(IBA)�was�expanded�from�0.5�GB�to�4�GB.�The�speech
input�system�"iSpeech"�(voice�recognition)�was�also�increased�from�0.5�GB�to�1.7�GB.�With�a�reserve
of�100�GB�the�storage�capacity�is�more�than�sufficient�even�after�several�updates�to�the�navigation
data.
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4.�System�Components
Partitioning�of�the�hard�disk�in�the�Headunit�High
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4.�System�Components
4.1.5.�Tuner�modules
FM/AM�tuner�module
Phase�diversity�in�the�Headunit�High
Index Explanation
1 Connection
2nd�FM�antenna
2 Connection
FM/AM�antenna
3 FM/AM�tuner�module
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4.�System�Components
Digital�radio�tuner�module
Digital�radio�tuner�module
Index Explanation
1 Connection
DAB�band�3�antenna�(Not�for�US)
2 Connection
DAB�L�band�antenna�(Not�for�US)
3 IBOC�tuner�module�(US�only)
4 DAB�tuner�module�(Not�for�US)
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4.�System�Components
4.1.6.�System�components
Main�board
Main�board�of�Headunit�High
Index Explanation
1 Flash�memory�NAND�8�GB
2 Working�memory�1GB
3 Main�processor
4 Graphic�processor
5 APIX�module
6 Connection�for�Bluetooth�antenna
7 Radio�module�for�Bluetooth�and�WLAN�(9/13)�antenna
8 Connection�for�WLAN�antenna�(as�from�9/13)
9 Yaw�rate�and�acceleration�sensor
10 GPS�antenna�connection
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4.�System�Components
Fan�and�power�pack
Main�board�with�fan
Index Explanation
1 FM/AM�tuner�module
2 MOST�connection
3 Fan
4 Power�pack�/�Power�module
5 SDARS�(US�only)
4.1.7.�Integrated�flash�memory
To�protect�sensitive�customer�data�such�as�"Address�details"�and�"Settings"�for�example,�a
permanently�integrated�flash�memory�was�installed�in�the�Headunit�High.�The�data�is�much�more
protected�against�external�influences�here�than�on�a�hard�disk.�The�integrated�flash�memory�is
permanently�installed�and�cannot�be�individually�replaced�or�updated.
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4.�System�Components
Division�of�installed�flash�memory;�symbol�shown�as�flash�memory�card
4.2.�Displays�and�operating�elements
4.2.1.�APIX�data�line
APIX�data�line�from�Headunit�High�to�CID
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4.�System�Components
Index Explanation
1 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
2 Connection�for�output�of�video�signal�APIX�at�Headunit�High
3 Central�information�display�(CID)
4 Connection�for�input�of�video�signal�APIX�Central�Information�Display�(CID)
5 APIX�data�connection�lines
6 Power�supply�for�CID�via�Headunit�High
The�central�information�display�(CID)�has�no�separate�bus�connection�in�conjunction�with�the�Headunit
High.�The�CID�is�directly�connected�to�the�headunit�via�an�APIX�data�line.�APIX�(Automotive�Pixel�Link)
is�a�bit-serial�data�transfer�system�with�a�data�transfer�rate�of�1�Gbit/s�on�just�one�copper�core�pair.
Each�APIX�data�channel�also�has�a�bidirectional�reverse�channel.�This�reverse�channel�is�used�for
transmitting�status�information�(e.g.�operating�temperature�of�the�CID),�diagnosis�information�and
control�signals.
Data�transfer�via�the�APIX�data�line�has�been�optimized�with�regard�to�electromagnetic�compatibility
and�power�consumption.�Because�of�the�CID's�low�power�consumption,�the�CID�can�be�supplied
with�power�via�two�separate�current�lines�directly�by�the�Headunit�High,�and�there�is�no�need�for�a
separate�power�supply�to�the�CID.�The�two�copper�core�pairs�and�the�two�power�supply�leads�are
connected�by�a�common�connector�to�the�headunit�and�the�CID.�Because�of�the�high�data�transfer�rate
with�low�electromagnetic�emissions,�it�is�also�possible�to�use�copper�wiring�for�applications�with�a�high
bandwidth�requirement�and�to�dispense�with�fiber�optic�networking.
4.2.2.�Controller�with�touchpad
Controller�with�touchpad
Starting�in�July�2013�production�a�controller�with�an�additional�touchpad�control�panel�at�the�top�at�the
turn�and�press�controller�will�be�installed�in�all�vehicles�with�Navigation�professional�option�code�609.
In�the�touchpad�control�panel�the�customer�can�input�location�information�for�the�navigation�system
or�telephone�numbers�and�contact�details.�In�the�map�operation�the�map�section�for�example�can�be
moved�and�enlarged�or�reduced�by�finger�movement.�Using�the�touchpad�control�panel�the�mouse
pointer�can�also�be�moved�for�the�Internet�function.
The�touchpad�supports�nine�gestures�during�the�input.�This�means�that�it�is�now�possible�to�adjust
controller�settings�in�the�central�information�display�by�lateral�movements�on�the�touchpad.
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4.�System�Components
The�gesture�input�can�now�also�be�used�for�other�functions�such�as�the�operation�of�the�Internet.
Characters�entered�using�the�wordmatch�principle�are�now�also�recognized�with�an�input�at�an�angle
between�0°�and�90°.
Angular�range�of�input�using�wordmatch�principle�with�touchpad
Index Explanation
A Input�using�controller�with�touchpad
B Displays�in�central�information�display�(CID)
1 Edge�of�angular�range�for�input
2 "Angle"�of�input
3 Angular�range�for�input
For�the�evaluation�of�inputs�an�additional�control�unit�"Touch�box"�is�used�in�separate�country�versions.
Touch�box�(TBX)�control�unit
The�Touch�box�control�unit�is�required�for�interpreting�the�contact�sensors�of�the�controller�for�the
Headunit�High�user�interface.�The�Touch�box�(TBX)�is�connected�to�the�controller�and�Headunit�High
via�the�K-CAN2.
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4.�System�Components
Signal�path,�controller�with�touchpad
Index Explanation
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 Controller�with�touchpad
4 Touch�box�(TBX)
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4.�System�Components
4.3.�External�devices
4.3.1.�AUX-IN�connection�with�USB�interface
With�the�use�of�the�Headunit�High,�the�USB�interface�in�the�glove�box�is�discontinued.
Otherwise,�the�Headunit�High�USB�audio/video�interface�and�customer�data�import/export�is�always
housed�at�the�center�console.
There�will�thus�only�be�one�USB�interface�in�the�vehicle,�available�in�the�switchable�versions�(for
vehicles�with�USB�base�plate)�or�non-switchable�for�vehicles�without�USB�base�plate.�This�connection
is�then�used�both�to�play�external�media�and�for�data�import/export�such�as�navigation�data�for
example.
Video�files
With�the�new�Headunit�High�for�the�first�time�it�is�possible�to�send�video�files�using�a�memory�medium
(USB�stick)�to�the�headunit�and�play�them�there.�Video�and�audio�files�are�combined�here�in�the
container�and�sent�as�a�digital�signal�via�USB.
A�container�file�or�a�container�is�a�file�in�digital�data�processing�which�can�contain�different�files�and�file
types.�For�details�see�Chapter�1.4.�Some�formats�also�allow�embedding�of�subtitles,�menu�structures
or�other�content,�etc.
The�following�video�files�are�supported:
Group Abbreviation
Video�files MPEG-1,�MPEG-2,�MPEG-4/2�ASP�(XVid,�DivX5),�MPEG-4/10�AVC�(H.264),
(Codecs) VC-1�(WMV),�MS-MPEG4�(DivX3),�Theora
Audio�files MPEG–4/3�(aac),�MPEG-1�(mp2,�mp3,�mp3pro),�Dolby�Digital�(ac3),�WMA,
(Audio�Codecs) FLAC,�ADPCM,�LPCM
Container MPEG-4�(.mp4,�.m4a,�.m4v,�.m4b),�Quicktime�(.mov),�Matroska
(.mkv),�.wmv,�.mpeg,�.asf,�.avi,�.wav
The�following�video�files�are�Not�supported:
Group Abbreviation
Real�media .rm�and�.ra
Flash�video .flv
Quicktime .mov�with�old�Sorenson�Codecs�(1998–2002)
DVD�formats .vob�and�.ts�container
Ogg .ogg/.ogm/.ogv
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4.�System�Components
Function�plan�for�media�interfaces
Index Explanation
A USB�signal
B Video�signal
C Audio�signal
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 External�player�(Smartphone�iPhone)
4 Snap-in�adapter
5 Video�base�plate
6 AUX-IN�connection�with�USB�interface
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4.�System�Components
4.3.2.�Smartphone�connection
If�the�SA6NL�is�selected�as�telephone�optional�equipment,�the�connected�SA6NF�“Media�interface
for�Smartphones"�for�BMW�vehicles�is�generally�installed�with�a�video�base�plate.�The�vehicles�are
thus�prepared�for�videos.�Only�the�CVBS�line�to�the�headunit�and�the�corresponding�software�are
missing.
CVBS�line�and�software�can�also�be�ordered�by�the�customer�with�the�SA6NR�"Apps".�In�addition�to
the�USB�connection�of�applications�for�the�Smartphone�(Apps),�a�video�interface�and�the�iPod�remote
control�function,�called�"plug-in"�is�also�installed�in�the�vehicle�(under�the�ConnectedDrive�menu).
4.4.�Telephone�systems
For�the�telephone�systems�of�the�Headunit�High�the�optional�equipment�SA6NH�—�Hands-free
Bluetooth�and�USB�audio�connection�and�the�SA6NL�Bluetooth�and�USB�devices�with�BMW�Assist
are�used.
4.4.1.�Telephone-supported�headunit
With�the�introduction�of�the�Headunit�High�it�is�now�also�possible�to�support�the�"telephone-supported
headunit"�(Inbox).�This�is�available�as�standard�in�the�BMW�5-Series,�6-Series�and�7-Series,�X5�and
X6.�This�function�is�also�activated�in�BMW�1-Series,�3-Series�and�X3�(F25)�vehicles�with�the�order�of�a
Headunit�High�(SA609�navigation),�as�SA6NH�–�hands-free�system�with�USB�interface�is�included
automatically.
The�SA6NH�Hands-free�Bluetooth�and�USB�audio�connection�includes�a�basic�hands-free�system
(without�cell�phone�charger�base�plate)�and�without�external�antenna.�i.e.�For�the�customer�this�means
simple�implementation�of�a�hands-free�system�through�a�Bluetooth�connection�for�cell�phone�and
vehicle.
Subsequent�comparison�of�the�SA6NH�versions�with�Headunit�Basic,�CIC�Basic�2,�CIC�and�Headunit
High.�Installation�of�the�slim-design�version�of�the�telephone�control�unit�Combox�Media�with
reduced�range�of�functions�as�an�interface�is�no�longer�required�for�the�Headunit�High.�This�is�made
possible�through�an�antenna�output�for�the�Bluetooth�antenna,�as�well�as�an�integrated�module�for�the
Bluetooth�connection�with�the�customer�cell�phone.
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4.�System�Components
Comparison�of�headunits�with�headunit-supported�telephone�across�all�models
Index Explanation
1 Basic�headunit
2 Car�Information�Computer�Basic�1�and�2
3 Car�Information�Computer�(CIC)
4 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
A Headunit-supported�telephone�(Inbox)�for�Car�Information�Computer�Basic�2
(CHAMP2)
B Combox�with�reduced�range�of�functions�for�Car�Information�Computer�Basic�1
(CIC�MID)
® ® ®
For�the�Headunit�High�in�conjunction�with�the�SA6NH�for�Apple media�player�(iPod ,�iPod�Touch ,
®
iPhone )�no�Y-cable�can�be�used.�The�so-called�"One-Wire�technology"�in�conjunction�with�the�white
® ®
standard�Apple �USB�cable�is�required�here�to�connect�the�Apple �media�player�to�the�vehicle�via�the
USB�interface�in�the�center�console.�The�former�Combox�features:�Bluetooth�audio�streaming,�Office,
album�cover�and�software�update�continue�to�remain�deactivated�for�SA6NH.�The�customer�needs�to
order�SA6NL�for�this.
It�is�important�to�note�that�“not�all�hardware�configurations�are�available�in�all�markets”�and
that�available�options�way�vary�within�the�different�BMW�model�series�vehicles.
4.4.2.�Telephone�connection�with�snap-in�adapter
Option�SA6NK�connection�for�Bluetooth�and�USB�devices�is�offered�in�many�markets�as�a�further
expansion�stage�to�the�SA6NH.�In�addition�to�a�hands-free�system,�a�base�plate�for�a�snap-in�adapter
is�also�installed.�This�base�plate�has�a�charger�for�the�cell�phone�and�a�connection�for�the�external
antenna.
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4.�System�Components
The�following�functions�are�also�available:
• Bluetooth�audio�streaming
• Office�functions�with�calendar,�reminders,�notes
• Album�cover�for�audio�files
The�functions�are�moved�to�the�headunit�with�the�3rd�generation�Headunit�High�and�the�additional�use
of�Combox�multimedia�(Media)�is�no�longer�required.
4.4.3.�Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
The�Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)�is�a�permanently�installed�speech�and�data�modem�for
the�Headunit�High.�The�transmission�standard�of�the�TCB�is�specified�in�the�HSPA�standard�with
14.4�mbit/s.�The�customer�receives�a�TCB�when�the�SA6NL�connection�for�Bluetooth�and�USB
devices�with�BMW�Assist�is�ordered.�As�most�interfaces�and�functions�of�Combox�are�moved�to
the�Headunit�High�(hands-free�function,�USB�interfaces,�speech�processing,�Bluetooth�audio,�Office,
contacts�etc.).
The�TCB�is�required�for�the�following�functions:
• BMW�Assist�with�eCall�(emergency-call�function)
• BMW�Online
• Remote�functions�(reception�and�controller)
• "Speech-to-Text"�function�in�Office�feature
• BMW�TeleServices�via�P-SIM
The�TCB�is�always�connected�to�two�cell�phone�antennas.�The�roof�antenna�is�for�the�telematics
functions�of�the�vehicle.�The�second�antenna�should�function�as�an�emergency-call�antenna�in�the
event�of�a�rollover.�The�emergency-call�function�involves�sending�the�data�package,�as�well�as�setting
up�a�voice�contact�from�the�vehicle�to�the�emergency�call�center.
The�TCB�is�prepared�and�equipped�with�an�additional�battery�pack�in�order�to�guarantee�functions
independent�of�the�vehicle�electrical�system.�Thus�in�the�future�even�in�the�event�of�an�accident�with
a�loss�of�the�vehicle�electrical�system�(destruction�of�battery,�power�distribution�box�or�wiring)�an
emergency�call�can�still�be�placed.
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4.�System�Components
Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
Index Explanation
1 Compartment�for�battery�unit
Overview�of�the�telephone�systems
SA6NH SA6NL
Optional�equipment�code SA639
(old)
Marketing�designation Hands-free�system�with�USB Connection�for�Bluetooth�and
interface USB�devices�incl.�BMW�Assist
Max.�number�of�connected 1 2
cell�phones
Former�SA6FL Included Included
(USB�interface)
SA6NF�(Smartphone Not�available Optional�equipment
connection)
SA6NR�(Apps) Not�available Optional�equipment
SA620�(speech�input Not�available Standard�equipment�in
system) conjunction�with�SA249
multifunction�steering�wheel
Address�book�via�Bluetooth Menu�for�Telephone/Contacts Menu�for�Telephone/Contacts
connection or�Office/Contacts or�Office/Contacts
Telematics�services C-SIM�(customer�telephone) P-SIM�(permanently�installed
BMW�TeleServices,�BMW�Live SIM�in�TCB)�BMW�Online,
E-Call,�remote�service,�BMW
Assist�and�BMW�TeleServices
Bluetooth�audio�streaming Not�available Included�in�the�"External
devices"�menu
Office�functions Not�available Included�in�the�"Office"�menu
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4.�System�Components
Hardware�components
Bluetooth�antenna�available Yes Yes
Microphone(s) 1 2
External�antenna�for Not�available 2
telephone�and�telematics
Emergency�call�antenna Not�available 1
for�eCall
Video�base�plate Not�available Video�base�plate�with�SA6NF
(Smartphone�connection�+
preparation�of�Apps)
Front�view�of�TCB
Front�view�of�Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
Index Explanation
1 USB�port�as�data�bus�interface�for�the�HU-H
2 Main�plug�for�K-CAN2,�voltage�supply,�microphones
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4.�System�Components
Rear�view�of�TCB
Rear�view�of�Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
Index Explanation
1 Connection�for�telematic�antenna
2 Connection�for�emergency-call�antenna�(eCall)
The�connection�for�the�telematic�antenna�is�connected�to�the�roof�antenna.�For�details�please�refer�to
the�system�wiring�diagrams�in�Chapter�3.2.2.
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4.�System�Components
4.5.�Antenna�systems
4.5.1.�Phase�diversity�for�FM
Operating�principle�of�phase�diversity
Index Explanation
B Phase�diversity
1 Antenna�signal�strong
2 Antenna�signal�weak
3 Antenna�amplifier�(2x)
4 Tuner�module�in�headunit
5 Digital�Signal�Processor�(DSP)
Vehicles�with�Headunit�High�are�equipped�with�phase�diversity.�The�radio�signals�of�the�two�FM
antennas�are�amplified�and�transmitted�to�the�Headunit�High.�The�power�supply�for�the�antenna
amplifier�is�made�available�by�the�Headunit�High.�The�radio�signals�are�digitized�in�the�Headunit
High.�An�improved�signal�is�then�calculated�from�the�two�radio�signals�with�the�aid�of�an�algorithm
in�a�digital�signal�processor�(DSP).�For�updating�the�list�of�stations�only�the�signal�of�one�antenna�is
used�temporarily�for�the�radio�reception.�The�signal�of�the�two�antennas�is�required�for�scanning�the
frequencies.�The�interval�for�updating�the�list�of�stations�depends�on�the�signal�quality�of�the�stronger
antenna,�but�occurs�at�the�latest�every�four�minutes.
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4.�System�Components
4.5.2.�Intermediate�frequency�in�the�AM�range
For�the�AM�range�there�is�a�variable�ZF�bandwidth�in�the�Headunit�High�which�is�dependent�on�the
reception�strength.�The�usual�bandwidth�of�approx.�7�kHz�is�restricted�for�a�weak�signal�to�2.4�kHz.�The
resulting�effect�is�comparable�to�turning�back�the�treble�control.
The�reduction�of�the�high�frequencies�was�previously�done�via�the�so-called�High�Cut.�Here�a
frequency�reduction�is�only�performed�on�the�audio�side.�With�the�variable�AM-ZF�bandwidth�one
achieves�a�comparable�acoustic�effect,�but�at�the�same�time�a�significant�improvement�in�the�channel
separation.
An�"interfering�transmitter"�which�can�be�received�on�a�neighboring�channel�is�better�suppressed�to
30�dB�(factor�30).�On�AM�this�is�important�at�nighttime.
4.5.3.�Bluetooth�antenna
Since�the�introduction�of�the�5-Series�Gran�Turismo�the�Bluetooth�antenna�was�incorporated�into�the
wiring�harness.�With�this�design�a�disconnected�antenna�can�no�longer�be�identified�by�diagnosis.
With�the�use�of�the�Headunit�High�diagnosis-compatible�antennas�are�now�once�again�used�for
BMW�vehicles.�Here�the�connector�is�resistance-coded,�i.e.�a�disconnected�antenna�is�immediately
recognized�by�the�diagnosis�system.�For�large�series�vehicles�the�Bluetooth�antenna�is�located�in�the
rear�of�the�center�console�(branch�rear�outlet�channel,�rear�left).
4.5.4.�SDARS�and�IBOC�(US)
For�the�US�market�SDARS�or�the�digital�radio�IBOC�tuner�module�are�located�in�the�tuner�module�for
the�satellite�radio�inside�the�Headunit�High.�This�was�already�the�case�with�the�introduction�of�the�Car
Information�Computer�(CIC).�More�information�on�the�connections�for�SDARS�and�IBOC�is�available�in
Chapter�4.1.3.
The�SDARS�antenna�is�integrated�in�the�roof�antenna.�The�IBOC�HD�radio�system�uses�the�side�bands
of�the�FM�frequency�band�and�thus�the�FM�antenna.�In�this�connection,�phase�diversity�in�the�FM
range�has�a�positive�influence�on�the�reception�of�digital�HD�radio�signals.
4.6.�Rear�seat�entertainment�system
4.6.1.�System�overview
Two�rear�seat�entertainment�systems�with�a�separate�RSE�control�unit�are�offered�in�conjunction�with
the�Headunit�High�for�5-Series,�6-Series�Gran�Coupe�and�7-Series�vehicles.�A�distinction�is�made�here
between�the�rear�seat�entertainment�system�SA6FH�(high�version�with�radio�remote�control)�and
Rear-seat�entertainment�Professional�SA6FR�(high�version�with�controller).�For�vehicles�in�the�5-
Series�the�Rear-seat�entertainment�Professional�version�is�not�offered�with�a�controller�(SA6FR).
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
Rear�seat�entertainment�system�(SA6FH)
Index Explanation
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 Right�rear�monitor
4 RSE�remote�control
5 Rear�entertainment�control�unit�(RSE)
6 Left�rear�monitor
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
Rear�seat�entertainment�system�Professional�with�iDrive�control�(SA6FR)
Index Explanation
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 Right�rear�monitor
4 RSE�rear�controller
5 Rear�entertainment�control�unit�(RSE)
6 Left�rear�monitor
4.6.2.�Front�view�of�RSE�control�unit
The�big�addition�to�RSE�would�be�the�ability�to�use�Navigation�and�set�destinations�from�the�rear
seat.�Another�new�feature�in�comparison�to�the�rear�seat�entertainment�system�introduced�in�the
F01�is�the�RSE�control�unit�with�USB�interface�in�the�front.�In�comparison�to�the�predecessor�RSE
control�unit,�the�second�AUX�In�input�(audio�right�and�left,�video)�is�discontinued.�The�new�RSE�control
unit�includes�two�radio�interfaces�for�the�connection�of�two�wireless�headphones.�These�replace�the
infrared�system�of�the�previous�RSE�system.�The�same�RSE�control�unit�is�used�for�the�two�rear�seat
entertainment�system�versions.
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
The�CD/DVD�drive�supports�a�variety�of�media�just�like�its�predecessor�(for�details�see�F01/F02�rear
®
seat�entertainment�systems�training�material�available�on�TIS�and�ICP).�The�Gracenote �database
function�is�active�when�playing�CD�digital�audio�in�the�RSE�control�unit�drive�as�well�as�when�playing
in�via�the�Headunit�High�drive.�However,�due�to�space�restrictions�no�album�cover�is�displayed�when
playing.�This�is�reserved�exclusively�for�the�Headunit�High�and�the�central�information�display�at�the
front�of�the�vehicle.
Track�information�and�album�covers�of�CD�digital�audio�files�from�the�DVD�changer�are�not�shown�in
the�rear�seat�entertainment�system.�The�reason�for�this�is�that�the�rear�seat�entertainment�system
®
does�not�request�information�from�the�Gracenote �database�in�the�Headunit�High�when�playing�music
files�from�the�DVD�changer.
Front�view�of�rear�seat�entertainment�system�control�unit�(RSE)
Index Explanation
1 Eject�button�for�the�CD/DVD�compartment
2 Radio�interface�for�the�right�headphone�(not�visible�from�outside)
3 Jack�socket�for�the�right�headphone
4 USB�port,�rear�passenger�compartment
5 Input�for�video�signal,�external�source
6 Input�for�audio�signal,�external�source,�right
7 Input�for�audio�signal,�external�source,�left
8 Jack�socket�for�the�left�headphone
9 Radio�interface�for�the�left�headphone�(not�visible�from�outside)
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4.�System�Components
4.6.3.�Rear�view�of�RSE
Rear�view�of�RSE�control�unit
Index Explanation
1 Fan�unit
2 Ethernet�connection�for�connection�to�HU-H
3 Video�connection,�rear�monitor,�right,�voltage�supply�display
4 Video�connection,�rear�monitor,�left,�voltage�supply�display
5 Main�connector�for�voltage�supply,�CVBS�signal�for�video�switch,�MOST
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4.�System�Components
4.6.4.�Front�view�of�FD
For�the�rear�monitor�(FD)�of�the�rear�seat�entertainment�system�of�the�F01�LCI�a�completely�new�TFT
display�screen�was�redesigned�with�new�features.�A�9.2"�display�screen�with�a�resolution�of�800�x�480
pixels�is�provided.�Similar�to�the�CID�in�the�front�the�rear�monitor�is�also�connected�directly�to�the�RSE
control�unit�via�APIX.
The�display�screen�can�be�switched�on�and�off�using�a�ON/OFF�button�on�the�screen�or�using�the
controller/remote�key�of�the�rear�seat�entertainment�system.�As�the�connection�via�infrared�to�the
headphones�is�discontinued,�the�bar�with�infrared�LEDs�on�the�screen�could�be�omitted.
Rear�monitor�of�the�7-Series�LCI
Index Explanation
1 ON/OFF�button�on�display�screen
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
4.6.5.�Rear�view�of�FD
Rear�view�of�the�rear�monitor�of�the�7-Series�LCI
Index Explanation
1 APIX�connection�for�RSE�control�unit�for�the�rear�monitor�incl.�voltage�supply
2 3-terminal�ELO�connector�with�ground,�Kl.58g�and�signal�line�from�controller
button
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
4.6.6.�Rear�seat�entertainment�system�SA6FH
Function�profile�of�rear�seat�entertainment�system�SA6FH
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
Index Explanation
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 Controller�(CON)
4 Headphones�with�radio�connection�(Kleer�technology)
5 Rear�monitor,�right�(current�display�video)
6 Remote�operation�(transmission�path�via�FBD)
7 Rear�monitor,�left�(current�display�navigation)
8 RSE�control�unit
9 CD�changer�(CDW)
10 Video�switch�(VSW)
11 Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
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4.�System�Components
4.6.7.�Professional�rear�entertainment�SA6FR
Function�profile�of�rear�seat�entertainment�system�Professional�with�iDrive�control�(SA6FR)
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
Index Explanation
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 Controller�(CON)
4 Rear-compartment�controller�(FCON)
5 Headphones�with�radio�connection�(Kleer�technology)
6 Rear�monitor,�right�(current�display�video)
7 Rear�monitor,�left�(current�display�navigation)
8 RSE�control�unit
9 CD�changer�(CDW)
10 Video�switch�(VSW)
11 Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
4.7.�Radio�systems
4.7.1.�Radio�remote�control
The�radio�remote�control�of�the�rear�seat�entertainment�system�sends�the�signals�along�a�transmission
path�via�the�remote�control�receiver�FBD�to�the�vehicle.�For�vehicles�in�the�5-Series�and�7-Series�this
is�done�via�the�FBD�receiver�in�the�rear�window.�In�the�new�3-Series�and�6-Series�vehicles�the�FBM
receiver�is�installed�as�a�module�near�the�left�C-pillar.�The�other�signal�shape�agrees�with�the�vehicles
in�the�5-Series�and�7-Series.
Function�profile�of�remote�control�services�(FBD)
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Headunit�High
4.�System�Components
Index Explanation
1 Remote�control
2 Rear�window
3 Antenna�amplifier�with�antenna�diversity�module
4 Car�Access�System�(CAS)
5 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
6 Rear�Seat�Entertainment�(RSE)
4.7.2.�Wireless�headphones
Headphones�for�the�radio�transmission
The�headphones�for�the�previous�system�used�infrared�technology,�this�has�now�been�changed�over
to�radio�transmission.�With�the�radio�transmission�via�Kleer�protocol�a�high-end�radio�transmission�in
the�range�of�2.4�GHz�was�selected,�which�supports�14�channels.�In�contrast�to�traditional�Bluetooth
protocols,�the�Kleer�protocol�ensures�uncompromised�(loss-free)�sound�reproduction�on�the
headphones.�For�details�see�Chapter�5.8.3.�The�voltage�supply�is�guaranteed�via�three�typical�AAA
batteries.
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4.�System�Components
Setting�options�on�wireless�headphones
Index Explanation
1 ON/OFF�button�with�LED�for�ON/OFF�and�connection
2 Channel�selection,�can�be�changed�by�switching�the�button�left�or�right
3 Knurled�wheel�for�volume�setting
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Headunit�High
5.�Functions
The�"Functions"�module�presents�new�features�of�the�3rd�generation�Headunit�High�in�comparison�to
the�2nd�generation�Headunit�High�(Car�Information�Computer).�A�full�description�of�the�functions�can
be�found�in�the�Owner's�Manual�of�the�respective�vehicle.
5.1.�Display�and�operating�concept
5.1.1.�Changes�to�the�predecessor
The�display�and�operating�concept�of�the�new�3rd�generation�Headunit�High�includes�a�significant
further�development�of�the�2nd�generation�Headunit�High�(CIC).�The�menu�structure�in�main�menus
and�submenus�was�retained�for�the�most�part�whereby�many�functions�of�the�option�menus�have
moved�directly�to�the�submenu.�The�digital�graphics�were�enhanced�significantly�with�3D�effect�logos
and�the�"opening"�of�individual�menus.
Main�menu�of�Headunit�High
5.1.2.�Controller�with�touchpad�(2013�update)
For�the�introduction�of�the�F15�and�as�from�9/13�the�new�headunit�is�equipped�with�a�controller�with
touchpad.�This�controller�enables�another�input�option�in�addition�to�the�known�operating�concept
"Turn,�Press,�Slide"�in�combination�with�the�"wordmatch�principle".�Here�for�example�letters�and
mumbers,�Latin�characters,�Arabic�figures�and�Asian�characters�can�be�input�using�the�touchpad.�The
wordmatch�principle�can�still�be�used�at�the�same�time�via�"Turn�and�Press".
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5.�Functions
Controller�with�touchpad�display�in�CID
Index Explanation
1 For�Example;�The�number�"2"�is�painted�on�the�touchpad�using�finger
2 Feedback�from�system�what�figure�was�recognized
5.2.�Multimedia
5.2.1.�Multimedia�submenus
Menu�for�Multimedia�with�submenus
Index Explanation
1 CD/DVD
2 Music�collection
3 External�devices
4 Rear
5 Tone
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5.�Functions
5.2.2.�Music�collection
Saving�media
The�music�collection�on�the�hard�disk�was�increased�from�12.5�GB�to�20.5�GB.�The�customer�now�has
the�option�of�saving�approx.�5,700�music�items�instead�of�3,500�music�items�in�the�form�of�a�aac�music
files�(rip�function)�with�a�bit�rate�of�192�kbit/sec.
If�the�customer�plays�the�music�collection�as�a�backup�on�a�USB�stick,�the�music�files�are
encrypted,�.aac�file�thus�cannot�be�found.
Saving�a�CD�audio�in�the�music�collection
It�is�also�possible�to�import�music�files�from�a�USB�stick.�For�this�a�USB�stick�is�inserted�in�the�import/
export�USB�interface�of�the�vehicle�(for�details�see�Media�interfaces�in�Chapter�4.3.1).�Then�the
process�can�be�started�in�the�option�menu�of�the�vehicle.
Via�file�import,�copied�music�files�from�a�USB�stick�or�CD�are�placed�one�by�one�as�.mp3,�.wma�or�.aac
in�the�same�file�format�on�the�hard�disk.
Music�data�import�of�USB�stick
After�the�import�of�CD�digital�audio�(original�CDs),�CDs�with�individually�compiled�content�(e.g.�.mp3
files)�and�USB�stick�content,�the�music�collection�looks�as�follows:
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5.�Functions
Music�collection�put�together�from�several�different�media
Index Explanation
1 ®
Original�CD�digital�audio,�which�was�not�recognized�via�Gracenote �database
and�also�does�not�contain�CD�text
2 Several�original�CD�digital�audio;�metadata�supplemented�with�the�Gracenote
®
database
3 CD-R,�DVD-R�with�compressed�audio�files�whose�content�(.mp3)�was�copied
one�by�one�onto�the�hard�disk;�track�information�was�manually�added�via�the
option�menu
4 USB�stick�content�imported�and�copied�onto�the�hard�disk.�Track�information
not�yet�added�here
The�music�collection�can�now�(for�the�first�time)�be�partially�deleted�or�cleaned.�For�this�the�menu
"Manage�music�collection"�is�offered�in�the�option�menu.
®
Gracenote
®
The�Gracenote �database�on�the�hard�disk,�which�adds�meta�files�to�the�music�files,�was�divided�up
according�to�country�for�the�Headunit�High.�There�are�therefore�the�following�regional�databases�on
the�hard�disk:
• Europe
• Rest�of�the�World
• North�America
• Japan
• China/Korea
®
Thanks�to�this�regional�division�it�was�possible�to�establish�further�features.�The�Gracenote �database
now�adds�track�information�and�album�covers�when�playing�CD�digital�audio.�During�the�import
process�(ripping)�i.e.�the�changeover�of�a�CD�digital�audio�to�a�compressed�.aac�music�file,�in�addition
®
to�track�information,�album�covers�are�now�added�by�Gracenote �to�the�music�collection.
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5.�Functions
®
Update�for�Gracenote
®
The�latest�Gracenote �database�is�made�available�to�the�dealer�organization�1-2�times�a�year�with
the�media�package.�The�update�process�remains�the�same�in�comparison�to�the�CIC.�It�is�done�via
the�service�menu.�For�details�on�this�please�refer�to�the�"�F01/F02�Audio�Systems"�training�material
available�on�TIS�and�ICP.�The�update�is�also�possible�via�the�BMW�programming�system�because�the
®
Gracenote �database�was�updated�on�the�ISIS.
Operation
To�make�the�menu�items�clearer�for�the�customer�the�symbols�have�been�standardized.�This�means
the�same�symbols�are�always�used,�no�matter�whether�one�is�in�the�menu�"External�audio�sources"�or
"Music�collection".
Music�file�in�the�music�collection
Index Explanation
1 Current�playback
2 Music�search
3 Playback�lists
4 More�media
5 Similar�music�(local)
6 Add�to�favorites;�Remove�from�favorites
7 Previous�track
8 Next�track
Audio�books�and�podcasts
Audio�books�and�podcasts�are�recognized�during�saving�to�the�music�collection�by�their�meta�files�and
can�be�called�up�separately.
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5.�Functions
Audio�books�and�podcasts�in�the�music�collection
Index Explanation
1 Audio�books�saved�in�the�music�collection
2 Podcasts�saved�in�the�music�collection
Favorites
The�function�to�be�able�to�save�favorites�in�the�music�collection�is�new.�For�this�the�asterisk�symbol
"Add�to�favorites"�must�be�pressed�when�the�track�is�being�played.�These�can�then�be�found�under
the�menu�item�playback�lists�(Symbol�Note�with�dashes).�Individual�tracks�can�be�deleted�again�or�the
favorites�saved�as�playback�lists.
5.2.3.�External�devices
Multimedia�menu:�External�devices
The�Headunit�High�in�the�audio�and�video�area�also�functions�as�a�audio�and�video�player�by�means
of�external�sources,�in�addition�to�playback�of�broadcasting�sources�(radio)�and�the�music�collection
stored�on�the�hard�drive.�On�the�one�hand�via�wired�connection�from�a�Smartphone�or�USB�stick.�On
the�other�hand�by�means�of�streaming�sources�such�as�Bluetooth.
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5.�Functions
USB�stick
USB�storage�media�as�external�audio�players�have�been�supported�since�the�ULF-SBX-High�(E70).
The�connection�for�the�interface�for�the�Headunit�High�is�now�no�longer�connected�via�a�separate
interface�box�(ULF-SBX�High�or�Combox).�It�is�connected�directly�to�the�headunit.�This�means�that
AUX-In�connection�with�USB�socket�is�always�connected�directly�in�the�Headunit�High.
Music�track
If�USB�media�are�connected�to�the�Headunit�High�via�the�USB�interface,�the�headunit�saves�the�track
information�of�these�USB�media.�The�track�information�of�up�to�four�USB�sticks�or�up�to�about�40,000
tracks�can�be�saved�in�the�vehicle�in�this�way.�If�a�fifth�device�is�connected�or�more�than�40,000�tracks
stored,�the�information�from�existing�tracks�is�deleted.
Video�streaming
With�the�introduction�of�the�Headunit�High�there�is�the�option�to�play�video�files�in�different�container
formats�(see�4.3.1)�in�the�headunit�and�to�display�them�on�the�CID.�The�video�image�is�shown�on�the
front�control�display�and�only�when�the�parking�brake�is�activated�or�in�gear�position�P.�The�sound�track
of�the�video�file�can�only�be�played�if�no�audio�medium�(e.g.�MP3�player)�is�connected�via�the�jack�plug
of�the�AUX-IN�connection.
Video�file�playback�via�"external�devices"
File�systems
Popular�file�systems�for�USB�devices�are�supported�for�the�data�import/music�player�function.�The�FAT
32�and�NTFS�formats�are�recommended.
® ®
The�following�systems�are�not�supported�for�data�import:�MTP,�iDevices�(iPhone ,�iPod ,�etc.)�and
HFS�formatted�USB�sticks;�The�data�backup/data�export�of�the�music�collection�(backup)�is�not
supported�on�USB�devices�with�NTFS�partitioning�
Recovery�(backup)�of�a�music�collection�from�the�CIC�to�the�Headunit�High�is�not�possible
with�these�devices�
USB�3.0�is�currently�not�yet�supported.�However,�USB�3.0�end�devices�are�downward�compatible�and
thus�compatible�with�the�USB�2.0�socket�installed�in�the�vehicle.�The�maximum�speed�is�then�reduced
to�the�USB�2.0�standard.
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Smartphone
Audio�and�video�files�can�be�played�with�appropriate�telephone�equipment�(telephone�optional
equipment�with�the�SA6NF�connection�for�Smartphone)�via�the�Headunit�High.�It�is�important�to
ensure�that�the�proper�snap-in�adapter�is�used.�For�example�for�the�Headunit�High�in�conjunction�with
®
the�iPhone �4S�only�the�"Media"�snap-in�adapter�or�"Media�with�fan"�can�be�used.
External�streaming�sources
In�the�"Settings"�menu�under�the�"Connections"�submenu�the�different�streaming�media�can�be
connected.
"Settings"�menu�-�"Connections"
Index Explanation
1 Settings�main�menu
2 Connections�submenu
3 Bluetooth
4 Headphones/Remote�key
Bluetooth�audio�streaming
The�Bluetooth�audio�streaming�introduced�with�the�Combox,�a�Bluetooth�audio�connection�between�a
cell�phone�and�end�device,�was�fully�integrated�into�the�Headunit�High.
As�with�CIC�the�standard�audio�video�remote�control�profile�AVRCP�1.3�is�used�for�the�introduction
of�the�Headunit�High.�This�means�that�the�metadata�such�as�artist,�album,�track,�etc.�can�still�be
displayed.�"Browsing"�will�only�become�available�with�version�1.4�(AVRCP�1.4�is�planned�for�later�in
production�as�an�enhancement�to�the�current�version).
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5.3.�Radio
5.3.1.�FM/AM
Radio�menu�with�activated�FM�tuner
In�the�FM�area�interpretation�and�track�are�now�shown�for�the�first�time�for�an�active�RDS�function
under�Entertainment�Details�(split�screen)�and�in�the�so-called�player�screen.�A�prerequisite�is�that�the
active�station�supports�the�radio�text�or�radio�text�+�function.
FM�menu�with�new�symbols
Index Explanation
1 FM�stations
2 Stored�stations
3 Next�station
4 Last�station
5 List�of�stations,�constantly�updated�by�2nd�FM�tuner
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Web�radio
If�"BMW�Apps"�is�started�in�the�ConnectedDrive�menu�and�then�the�corresponding�App�is�started�on
®
the�iPhone ,�the�menu�item�Web�radio�can�be�activated.�Web�radio�is�then�integrated�into�the�"Radio"
menu,�in�addition�to�FM,�AM,�etc.
®
Web�radio�active�via�the�iPhone �for�corresponding�App�and�SA6NR
Index Explanation
1 Favorites
2 Delete�from�favorites
3 Search�stations
4 Last�results
5 Similar�stations
6 Station�details
7 Audio�quality
5.4.�Navigation
5.4.1.�Map�view
To�improve�the�search�for�settings�for�map�options,�these�have�been�integrated�from�the�option�menu
to�extended�symbol�bars.�These�extended�symbol�bars�are�always�positioned�above�the�last�shown
symbol�bar.�Using�the�mouse-over�effect�the�function�of�the�symbols�can�be�shown�briefly�upon
selection.
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Extended�symbol�bars
Index Explanation
1 Main�symbol�bar,�symbol�for�map�views
2 Extended�symbol�bar�with�map�views�and�map�details
3 Symbol�for�more�info
4 Symbol�"Show�special�destinations"
5 Symbol�bar�with�special�destinations,�traffic�info,�satellite
images�and�“3D�effect”�perspectives
5.4.2.�Interactive�map
The�interactive�map�has�been�complemented�with�some�functions.�After�selecting�the�interactive�map
the�following�settings�can�be�performed:
• Change�scale:�Turn�controller.
• Move�map:�Tilt�controller�in�the�corresponding�direction.
• Move�map�diagonally:�Tilt�controller�in�the�corresponding�direction�and�turn�controller.
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The�new�symbols�mean:
Improved�interactive�map
Index Explanation
1 Special�destination�in�the�vicinity:�Search�for�special�destinations�has�started.
2 "Show�details":�details�about�the�destination�can�be�displayed�here.
3 Start�route�guidance�or�add�destination.
4 "End�interactive�map":�Changes�back�to�the�map�view.
5 Map�views.
6 "Show�location":�Map�section�around�the�current�location�is�shown.
7 "Show�destination":�Map�section�around�the�destination�is�shown�if�route
guidance�is�active.
5.4.3.�POI�brands�and�weather�icons
The�new�Navigation�has�the�ability�to�display�icons�for�POI�Brands�and�weather�information.
The�Points�of�Interest�(POI)�icons�are�currently�limited�to�fuel�stations�(icon�of�brand)�and�BMW
Centers�(shows�BMW�Roundel).
These�icons�are�available�from�map�scales�40�ft�–�1�mile.�As�the�user�zooms�into�or�out�of�the�map,�the
icons�will�be�automatically�adjusted�to�include�as�many�as�possible,�but�without�cluttering�the�screen.
Users�can�also�view�weather�information�icons�in�the�map�overview.
This�feature�is�standard�with�Navigation�system�and�not�tied�to�any�BMW�Assist�Plan.
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These�icons�are�available�from�map�scales�10�miles�–�250�miles.�As�the�user�zooms�into�or�out�of
the�map,�the�icons�will�be�automatically�adjusted�to�include�as�many�cities�as�possible�but�without
cluttering�the�screen.�This�feature�is�only�available�as�part�of�the�BMW�Assist�Safety�Plan.
5.4.4.�Advanced�Real-Time�Traffic�Information�(ARTTI)
The�Advanced�Real-Time�Traffic�Information�(ARTTI)�of�BMW�ConnectedDrive�developed�for
BMW�navigation�systems�increases�reliability�and�precision�in�the�creation,�communication�and
use�of�real�time�traffic�situations�for�the�purpose�of�route�computation�and�appropriate�diversion
recommendations.
Advanced�Real-Time�Traffic�Information�(ARTTI)�is�different�from�Real�Time�Traffic�Information�(RTTI).
ARTTI�is�available�exclusively�with�BMW's�newest�navigation�system�(available�on�selected�2013
Model�Year�or�later�vehicles)�while�RTTI�has�been�available�since�as�far�back�as�2006.
ARTTI�is�a�further�development�of�the�previous�traffic�information�system�(from�ConnectedDrive),�RTTI
Real-Time�Traffic�Information.�The�most�important�advantages�of�ARTTI�over�the�RTTI�are�quicker
and�more�comprehensive�data�transfer�via�mobile�radio�and�the�SIM�card�integrated�in�the�vehicle�in
the�TCB�control�unit.�As�well�as�covering�highways,�the�new�system�also�includes�national�roads�and
numerous�inner�city�connections.
ARTTI�is�only�available�on�vehicles�equipped�with�Navigation�system�(SA�609)�and�in�combination�with
optional�equipment�BMW�Assist�(SA612)�and�a�valid�ConnectedDrive�contract�(Safety�Plan).
In�addition�to�the�information�sources�used�by�RTTI�in�the�determination�of�traffic�situations�(traffic
messages�from�the�police�and�traffic�jam�sensors),�movement�profiles�of�cell�phones�made�anonymous
and�the�data�from�traffic�control�systems�are�taken�into�consideration�in�ARTTI.�The�movement�profiles
are�determined�with�the�aid�of�specific�road�users�(e.g.�truck�fleets,�taxis,�etc.)�whose�navigation
systems�are�linked�to�a�control�center.�The�traffic�data�are�made�available�about�two�minutes�after�the
headunit�is�started.�ARTTI�is�updated�every�3�minutes�to�ensure�that�customers�always�get�the�latest
traffic�information�and,�when�the�navigation’s�dynamic�guidance�feature�is�turned�on,�the�system�will
offer�routes�for�rerouting�around�traffic�jams�of�5�minutes�or�longer.
With�ARTTI�the�traffic�flow�is�depicted�in�the�traffic�flow�map�using�different�colors:
• Green:�flowing�traffic�(recommended�speed�limit)
• Yellow:�traffic�slowing�(<�50%�of�recommended�speed�limit)
• Orange:�stop�and�go�traffic�(<�25%�of�recommended�speed�limit)
• Red:�traffic�jam�(<12.5%�of�recommended�speed�limit)
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Look�at�the�following�two�graphics�for�comparison�between�RTTI�and�the�new�ARTTI�system.
ARTTI�screen
The�"green"�color�for�traffic�information�is�unique�to�the�ARTTI�system.
RTTI�screen
There�is�no�"green"�color�used�for�traffic�information�in�RTTI,�only�red,�orange,�and�yellow.
Below�please�find�the�map�which�shows�the�traffic�flow�in�full�image�format.�The�Traffic�Info�symbol�can
be�found�in�the�symbol�bar.
Diagram�of�traffic�flow�in�traffic�overview�(Traffic�Info�menu)�with�active�ARTTI
Recommended�diversion
If�disruptions�occur�on�the�computed�route�with�a�calculated�delay�of�less�than�20�minutes,�the�traffic
information�symbol�in�the�symbol�bar�is�displayed�in�yellow.�If�the�delay�is�calculated�at�more�than�20
minutes�or�if�there�is�a�road�closure,�the�symbol�is�displayed�in�red.�If�a�diversion�is�sensible�on�the
basis�of�the�current�traffic�situation�and�the�associated�disruption,�this�is�recommended�to�the�driver.
The�extra�mileage�for�the�recommended�diversion�and�the�estimated�time�saving�are�displayed.
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ARTTI�availability�for�2013�Model�Year�vehicles�is:
• 7�Series�(standard)
• 5�Series�(optional�on�528i�and�535i,�and�standard�on�550i�and�ActiveHybrid5)
• 5�Series�GT�(optional�on�535i,�and�standard�on�550i)
• ActiveHybrid3�(optional)�only,�no�other�3�Series�have�ARTTI�for�2013
Note:�All�other�vehicles�will�continue�to�have�RTTI�available.
5.4.5.�Route�guidance
ECO�Pro�route
Alternative�routes�can�be�selected�under�the�menu�item�"Route�criteria".�Here�in�addition�to�the
"current�route"�an�"alternative�route"�and�an�ECO�PRO�route�are�also�offered.�An�ECO�PRO�route�is�a
consumption-optimized�route�calculated�by�the�combination�of�the�lowest�possible�consumption�and
fastest�routes.
Alternative�routes
Index Explanation
1 Selection�symbol�–�Alternative�route
2 Alternative�route
3 ECO�Pro�route
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The�new�ECO�PRO�routing�can�provide�the�user�with�the�most�fuel�efficient�route,�and�can�even
estimate�how�much�fuel�this�route�will�save�you�over�alternative�routes.
They�now�can�select�whether�they�want�the�system�to�consider�express�roadways�and�/�or�HOV�lanes.
(unavailable�with�previous�Navigation�Professional�systems)
5.4.6.�Stage�destinations
For�a�journey�with�stage�destinations�a�maximum�of�30�stage�destinations�can�be�input.�The�stages
can�be�stringed�together�in�any�way�and�resorted�as�desired.�In�addition,�the�journey�can�be�saved�on
a�USB�stick.�The�stage�destinations�are�now�numbered�and�the�planned�route�is�in�blue�from�the�first
stage.
Travel�guide�with�individual�stage�destinations
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Index Explanation
1 Start�point�"Journey�with�stage�destinations"
2 First�stage�destination
3 Second�stage�destination
4 Third�stage�destination
5 Blue�journey�with�stage�destinations
5.4.7.�Enhanced�guiding
As�an�additional�function�to�"Lane�guiding"�for�turn-off�recommendation,�the�so-called�"enhanced
guiding"�is�a�new�feature.�Here�not�only�the�correct�lane�is�recommended�to�the�driver�in�CID�(split
screen),�instrument�panel�and�HUD,�but�he�is�accompanied�when�turning�off.
"Enhanced�guiding"�function
Index Explanation
1 Vehicle�approaches�crossroads.�"Enhanced�guiding"�Assist
is�shown�on�split�screen.
2 Vehicle�just�before�turn-off�process
3 Vehicle�at�turn-off�process
5.4.8.�Updating�navigation�data
For�the�Headunit�High�the�update�of�navigation�data�can�be�done�via�a�USB�stick�or�DVD�depending
on�the�market.�The�reason�for�the�different�versions�is�that�the�map�of�Europe�for�example�had�to�be
split�over�three�DVDs�due�to�its�size.�A�USB�stick�with�corresponding�capacity�is�practical�here.�The
navigation�data�(map�material)�can�also�be�updated�via�ISTA�programming�as�with�all�current�BMW
vehicles.
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5.5.�Telephone�systems
5.5.1.�Main�and�additional�telephone
Phone�book
Index Explanation
1 A-Z�search
2 Contact�of�one�of�the�connected�cell�phones
3 Selection�of�what�cell�phone�is�to�be�used�for�the�call
4 Contact�in�the�address�book�of�the�Headunit�High
With�the�introduction�of�the�Headunit�High�a�distinction�is�made�between�main�telephone�and
additional�telephone,�with�a�few�exceptions.
• The�main�telephone�is�generally�used�for�contacts�saved�in�the�vehicle.
• If�both�telephones�are�connected�to�the�vehicle�at�the�same�time,�the�contact�details�of�both
telephones�are�also�visible�in�the�Contacts�menu�(identifiable�by�the�Bluetooth�symbol�behind
the�entries).�The�telephone�to�be�used�can�be�selected�in�the�Options�menu.
• The�entries�in�the�phone�book�of�both�registered�cell�phones�can�be�selected�via�speech�input.
• Up�to�5000�contacts�can�be�loaded�from�each�cell�phone�via�Bluetooth�to�the�vehicle�(i.e.�a
total�of�10,000).�In�addition,�a�maximum�of�1000�online�contacts�(from�the�ConnectedDrive
portal�of�the�customer)�and�1000�contacts�which�can�be�stored�on�the�hard�disk.
Registration�and�connection
The�previous�submenu�"Bluetooth"�for�registration�and�connection�of�a�cell�phone�is�now�located�in
the�"Settings"�menu�under�the�submenu�"Connections".�For�details�see�Chapter�5.7.1.
5.5.2.�Voice�input�for�Office
Message�Dictation
“Message�Dictation”�is�a�feature�that�allows�you�to�use�“speech-to-text”�to�dictate�emails�and�text
messages.�Speech�is�converted�to�text�using�the�menu�item�“New”�in�the�Office�submenu.�This
done�via�a�BMW�server�(also�called�"backend"),�which�sends�the�encrypted�voice�data�to�the�service
® ®
provider�Nuance .�Nuance �then�sends�the�message�back�as�a�text�file�to�the�headunit.�This�then
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appears�as�text�in�CID.�The�text�can�then�be�sent�as�a�SMS�or�email�via�the�customers�compatible�cell
phone.�Usage�of�this�service�beyond�the�included�60-day�trial�period�requires�a�separate�subscription
with�Nuance.�More�information�is�available�via�[Link]/bmw.
"Speech-to-text"�workflow
Index Explanation
1 Central�information�display�(CID)
2 Headunit�High�(HU-H)
3 Telematic�Communication�Box�(TCB)
4 External�antenna,�telematics
5 P-SIM�service�provider
6 BMW�AG�backend�server
7 Speech-to-text�service�provider�Nuance
®
8 Cell�phone�(supports�the�MAP�Bluetooth�standard)
9 External�antenna,�telephone
10 Customer's�cell�phone�service�provider
11 Customer's�email�service�provider
About�30�seconds�of�spoken�text�can�be�recorded�with�one�input.�However,�several�dictations�can�be
stringed�together.�This�way�an�email�can�be�dictated�in�several�steps�if�desired.
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"Compose"�submenu�with�the�"Speech-to-text"�function
Index Explanation
1 Email
2 Receiver
3 Dictate�text
4 Account�1
5 Send
6 Delete�all�entries
The�text�can�then�be�improved�using�a�word�correction�tool�if�required.�After�the�text�is�sent�as�a�SMS
or�email�it�is�also�possible�to�respond�to�an�email�with�help�of�the�"Message�Dictation"�function.
Select�SMS�or�email
Index Explanation
1 SMS
2 Email
3 Email�with�voice�memo
Requirements
A�prerequisite�for�the�"Message�Dictation"�function�is�a�speech�input�system.�This�is�no�longer
activated�via�the�SA620.�The�speech�input�system�is�connected�to�the�telephone�optional�equipment
SA6NL.�In�addition,�the�SA249�is�still�required�for�a�multifunction�steering�wheel.
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5.�Functions
The�"Message�Dictation"�function�is�only�available�for�the�SA6NL.�The�function�is�an�additional
service�of�ConnectedDrive�but�requires�a�Convenience�Plan�subscription.�For�new�vehicles�with
ConnectedDrive�a�60-day�trial�period�is�enabled.�Usage�of�this�service�beyond�the�included�60-
day�trial�period�requires�a�separate�subscription�with�Nuance.�More�information�is�available�via
[Link]/bmw.
A�cell�phone�is�also�required�which�is�registered�and�connected�to�the�vehicle.�The�cell�phone�must
fully�support�the�"Mail�Access�Profile�(MAP)"�Bluetooth�standard.�Some�cell�phone�manufacturers
only�implement�some�of�the�MAP�profile.�For�the�launch�of�the�Headunit�High�only�select�devices�from
®
RIM �satisfy�this�standard.�A�valid�email�address�must�also�be�added�and�a�cell�phone�with�a�valid�cell
phone�contract�registered�and�connected�as�the�cell�phone�is�used�as�a�modem�for�this�service.
As�of�July�2012,�the�Message�Dictation�feature�is�only�supported�by�the�following�devices:
• Nokia�N8
• Blackberry�9300,�9700,�9800,�9810,�9860,�9900
• Samsung�Galaxy�S2
• HTC�Sensation
• Motorola�Milestone�2
Note:�For�further�information�regarding�cell�phone�compatibility�please�refer�to�[Link]/
bluetooth.
Voice�memos
All�notes�from�the�cell�phone�and�the�notes�included�in�the�vehicle�are�shown�in�the�menu�item�Notes
allowing�for�their�compatibility.�The�notes�are�then�transferred�from�the�main�telephone�and�additional
telephone.
Recording�and�exporting�a�voice�memo
A�spoken�voice�memo�can�be�input�in�the�vehicle�using�the�microphone�and�recorded�with�the
Headunit�High.�This�voice�memo�(sound�bite)�can�then�be�sent�as�an�email�attachment�or�saved�in
“Notes”�as�an�audio�file.�Voice�memos�can�also�be�exported�via�the�USB�port�in�the�center�console.
This�is�done�from�the�Options�menu.�An�audio�file�is�then�stored�on�the�USB�stick�in�a�.aac�container.
®
The�Message�Dictation�feature�is�not�available�for�the�iPhone .�The�reason�for�this�is�that
®
Apple �does�not�fully�support�BMW�Office�functions�(Bluetooth�profile�does�not�support�the
transmission�of�Office�data).
5.5.3.�Office�calendar�display
The�new�headunit�offers�a�graphic�visualization�of�dates�in�the�Office�function�similar�to�MS�Outlook.
The�daily�view�and�the�navigation�in�the�calendar�have�been�simplified�significantly.�An�exchange
server�connection�is�not�available.
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Schematic�diagram�of�the�calendar�similar�to�MS�Outlook
The�monthly�view�also�received�a�new�look.
Schematic�diagram�of�new�calendar�monthly�view
®
For�the�iPhone �(4,�4S)�the�calendar�can�only�currently�be�accessed�through�(SA6NR)�BMW
® ®
Connected�Calendar�App.�The�reason�for�this�is�that�the�current�Apple �iPhone �Bluetooth
profile�does�not�support�the�transmission�of�calendar�data,�for�more�information�regarding
BMW�“Tested”�phones�please�go�to�bmwusa/[Link].
For�some�Blackberry�phones�in�order�to�view�the�calendar�it�is�necessary�to�install�the
“Bluetooth�Calendar�Sync”�App,�available�for�sale�via�[Link],�for�more
information�regarding�BMW�“Tested”�phones�please�go�to�bmwusa/[Link].
5.6.�Telematic�systems
5.6.1.�BMW�Online
For�BMW�Online�the�changeover�to�the�new�start�page�took�place�with�the�introduction�of�the�F30�in
2012.�This�new�menu�structure�can�now�also�be�found�in�the�Headunit�High.�In�the�following�series�of
images�the�example�of�Applications/Webcams�was�addressed.�The�applications�with�info�characters
vary�depending�on�the�country�versions.
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BMW�Online
Index Explanation
1 News
2 Weather
3 Google�local�search
4 Applications
5 Recently�used
6 Settings
"Widgets"�are�new�and�can�be�activated�on�the�split�screen�in�addition�to�the�online�functions.�These
"Widgets"�are�small�applications�especially�for�the�split�screen�of�the�CID.�A�clock�display,�sports
results�and�stock�exchange�are�planned�for�example.
Widget�clock�display�on�split�screen
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New�Applications
The�ConnectedDrive�Services�is�pleased�to�announce�that�“Yelp”�and�“Pictures�at�Destination”
applications�were�recently�added�to�BMW�Online.
New�Applications�available�on�BMW�Online
Pictures�at�Destinations�is�just�what�the�name�suggests.
You�can�display�photos�for�several�destinations�when�the�route�guidance�is�active.
Different�photos�can�be�selected�depending�on�the�range�available.�In�this�case,�photos�from�the
Internet�service�provider�Google™�Street�View�and�Google™�Panoramio�are�used.
The�Google™�Street�View�or�Panoramio�can�be�selected
Google™�Street�View
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Google™�Panoramio�view
Route�guidance�must�be�active�in�the�Navigation�to�display�images.
"Pictures�at�destination"�is�only�available�for�vehicles�equipped�with�the�Navigation�system
(SA609)�and�telematics.
With�Yelp�on-board,�customers�can�search�for�everything�from�the�best�local�restaurants�and
boutiques�to�parking�garages�and�banks.�They�are�able�to�see�ratings�for�those�businesses�while
hearing�reviews�read�out�to�them�via�the�vehicle’s�text-to-speech�feature.�With�the�recent�update
to�BMW�Online’s�layout,�BMW�can�seamlessly�add�new�features�(known�as�“applications”)�as�they
become�available.�Yelp�is�the�first�such�application�and�there�will�be�more�to�follow.
Features
• Category�Search�–�Search�by�category�for�nearby�restaurants,�cafes,�shopping,�nightlife,�and
more.
• Results�Overview�-�Results�are�sorted�by�distance�and�show�user-generated�ratings�of�the
places,�category,�and�number�of�reviews.
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• Details�–�Selecting�a�particular�place�gives�more�details�about�it.�Customers�can�see�the�rating,
address,�distance,�phone�number,�and�information�about�reviews.�Additionally,�they�can�email
details�of�the�business�to�themselves�or�any�other�email�address.
• Reviews�–�The�3�latest�reviews�are�available�for�the�business.�The�customer�can�select�one�of
those�reviews�and�have�it�read�back�automatically.
Adding�new�applications�to�BMW�Online
Before�we�can�use�a�new�application�like�for�example�“Yelp”,�it�must�be�added�to�the�Applications
menu�in�BMW�Online.
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To�add�a�new�Application�to�BMW�Online:
1 Select�the�Applications�menu.
2 Select�the�“add”�button�from�the�upper-right�corner.
3 On�the�“Add�application”�menu,�select�Yelp.
4 On�the�next�screen,�you�will�see�a�description�of�Yelp.�Select�“Add”�to�add�Yelp.
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5 You�will�now�be�able�to�access�Yelp,�under�the�“Applications”�menu�in�the�main�menu.
Many�of�the�new�features�require�that�the�customer�has�an�active�subscription�to�the�BMW�Assist™
Safety�Plan�or�Convenience�Plan.
US Canada
Safety�Plan Convenience Safety�Plan
Plan
Advanced�Real-Time�Traffic X X
Information�(ARTTI)
Weather�Icons�in�Navigation�Map X X
Google™�Autocomplete�Functionality X X
Pictures�at�Destination X NA
Points�of�Interest�(POI)�Enrichment X NA
Message�Dictation X X
BMW�Online�Improvements X NA
BMW�Online�is�not�yet�available�in�Canada.�Therefore,�BMW�Online�Improvements�such�as
Pictures�at�Destination�and�POI�Enrichment,�are�also�not�available.
5.6.2.�BMW�TeleServices
Breakdown�service
For�the�equipment�with�BMW�TeleServices,�support�is�provided�firstly�by�the�BMW�Teleservice
diagnosis�and�if�necessary�then�by�the�BMW�Teleservice�help.
BMW�TeleServices�diagnosis
The�BMW�TeleServices�diagnosis�enables�detailed�vehicle�data�which�are�necessary�for�the�diagnosis
of�the�vehicle�to�be�sent�via�mobile�radio.�This�data�is�sent�automatically.�After�the�data�is�transferred�a
voice�contact�to�BMW�Group�Mobile�Service�is�established.
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BMW�TeleServices�help
The�BMW�TeleServices�help�allows�detailed�diagnosis�of�the�vehicle�by�the�BMW�Group�Mobile
Service�via�mobile�radio.�Upon�request�by�the�BMW�Group�Mobile�Service�and�after�completion�of�the
voice�contact�the�BMW�TeleServices�help�can�be�started.
Available�BMW�TeleServices�services�in�the�ConnectedDrive�menu�"Service�status"
Index Explanation
1 Battery�Guard
2 BMW�TeleServices�call
3 BMW�TeleServices�report
BMW�TeleServices�report
The�BMW�TeleServices�report�service�is�not�active�directly�for�the�customer,�but�is�shown�on�the�CID
upon�completion.�Measured�values�from�the�field�are�collected�to�introduce�timely�measures�and�to
increase�customer�satisfaction.�With�regard�to�data�protection�no�geopositions�or�personal�details�are
sent.
The�BMW�TeleServices�report�is�also�used�to�quickly�check�and�ensure�that�software�measures�have
been�implemented�for�the�customer�effectively.�With�regard�to�data�protection�no�geopositions�or
personal�details�are�sent.
BMW�TeleServices�Battery�Guard
The�BMW�Battery�Guard�is�an�extension�to�BMW�TeleServices�where�critical�battery�situations�are
forwarded�to�the�dealer.�If�the�battery�voltage�reaches�the�low�startability�limit�this�status�is�forwarded
to�the�dealer�through�the�TRS�application,�the�dealer�then�is�to�contact�the�customer�to�arrange�for�the
customers�service�visit�in�order�to�check�out�the�state�of�the�battery.�The�procedure�should�be�handled
in�the�same�way�any�other�Automatic�Service�Call�is�handled�by�the�dealer.�The�purpose�the�system�is
to�prevent�a�customer�breakdown�in�the�vehicle�due�to�battery�discharge/low�voltage.
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Diagram�of�BMW�TeleServices�and�Battery�Guard�info�calls�at�the�service�organization�via�ISPA�Light
5.6.3.�BMW�Apps�and�plug-in
With�regard�to�BMW�Apps�(SA6NR)�and�plug-in�there�is�addition�information�in�"BMW�Apps/
ConnectedDrive"�training�material�available�on�TIS�and�ICP.�BMW�Apps�(Facebook,�Twitter,
Webradio),�as�well�as�the�plug-in�function,�are�described�in�detail�there.
Schematic�diagram�of�the�plug-in�function�in�the�Headunit�High
Index Explanation
1 Album�view�in�the�plug-in�function
2 Current�track�in�the�plug-in�function
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In�the�Headunit�High�a�mechanism�which�can�differentiate�between�a�phony�video�signal�possibly�fed
by�the�hardware�retrofitting�(manipulation)�and�an�original�video�signal�is�active.�If�the�original�video
®
signal�for�plug-in�from�the�iPhone �does�not�arrive�within�10�seconds�after�activation�of�the�plug-in�in
the�headunit,�a�fault�message�appears�in�the�CID.�In�this�fault�message�the�customer�is�notified�that
the�telephone�or�snap-in�adapter�is�to�be�connected�again.�The�cause�may�be�related�to�a�possible
contact�fault�on�the�analogue�FBAS�video�signal�line.
5.7.�Vehicle�information�and�settings
5.7.1.�Integrated�Owner's�Manual�(IBA)
Similar�for�the�CIC�there�will�also�be�an�Integrated�Owner's�Manual�(IBA)�in�the�Headunit�High.�A�variety
of�IBA�animations�are�implemented�in�the�HU-H.
If�a�customer�has�activated�muting�for�IBA�animation�by�means�of�the�volume�controller,�this�muting
can�only�be�deactivated�using�the�volume�controller.�Deactivation�of�muting�using�the�iDrive�controller
is�not�possible�
5.7.2.�Connections
To�be�able�to�register�and�connect�a�telephone�via�Bluetooth,�the�"Connections"�submenu�was
created�as�a�separate�submenu�in�the�"Settings"�menu.�If�"Bluetooth�devices"�is�selected�in�the�option
menu�of�telephone�or�contacts,�the�customer�is�instantly�taken�to�the�"Connections"�submenu�of�the
"Settings"�menu.
"Settings"�menu�-�"Connections"�submenu
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Index Explanation
1 Settings�main�menu
2 Connections�submenu
3 Bluetooth
4 Headphones/Remote�key
5.8.�Rear�seat�entertainment�system
5.8.1.�Zoning
To�simplify�the�operation�of�entertainment�devices�for�the�customer�in�the�driving�area�and�rear�area
of�the�passenger�compartment,�a�simple�control�was�positioned�for�operating�media�with�the�zone
distribution�"zoning".
Media�which�is�inserted�or�connected�at�the�front,�in�the�driving�area�of�the�vehicle,�can�be�operated
and�played�using�the�controller�at�the�Headunit�High.�Media,�which�is�inserted�or�connected�in�the�rear
area�of�the�vehicle�in�the�Rear�Seat�Entertainment�system�can�only�be�operated�and�played�using�the
rear�controller.�Broadcasting�media�such�as�radio�and�the�DVD�changer�can�be�operated�and�played
from�both�controllers.
Serving�zones
Index Explanation
1 Zone�for�rear�passengers
2 Common�zone�for�driver�and�rear�passengers
3 Zone�for�driver�and�front�passenger
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Front Device�and�medium
passenger
compartment
CD/DVD�inserted�in�DVD�drive�of�Headunit�High.
USB�stick�inserted�in�the�audio�interface�center�console.
MP3�player�inserted�in�the�audio�interface�center�console�(pawl).
® ®
iPhone ,�iPod ;�inserted�in�the�audio�interface�center�console.
Bluetooth�audio�streaming�via�the�connected�cell�phone.
BMW�Apps�(e.g.�web�radio)�or�plug-in�(remote�operation�function�iPhone).
®
iPhone �via�audio�streaming�using�the�hard-wiring�in�the�vehicle;
®
iPhone �was�connected�via�a�suitable�snap-in�adapter�in�the�video�base
plate�to�the�vehicle.
Rear�passenger Device�and�medium
compartment
CD/DVD�inserted�in�DVD�drive�of�RSE�High.
USB�stick�inserted�in�the�USB�socket�of�RSE�High.
MP3�player�inserted�in�cinch�socket�RSE�High.
Paddle,�camera�or�video�camera�inserted�in�the�external�device�cinch�socket
(yellow,�white,�red)�of�RSE�High.
® ® ®
iPhone ,�iPod �in�USB�socket�RSE�for�audio�playback�(A4A�Apple Chip�is
available�in�RSE).
® ®
iPhone ,�iPod ;�inserted�in�the�external�device�cinch�socket�for�video
®
playback.�Use�Apple �cinch�adapter�for�this.
Both�cases Device�and�medium
Radio�(FM,�AM,�HD�Radio)
Music�collection
Owner's�Manual
DVD�changer
5.8.2.�Serving�function
To�offer�the�rear�passengers�a�special�service,�media�can�be�served�in�the�rear�passenger
compartment�with�help�of�the�controllers�and�Headunit�High.
In�this�regard,�the�"Rear�passenger�compartment"�submenu�is�in�the�"Multimedia"�menu.�The�left�RSE
unit,�the�right�RSE�unit�or�both�units�can�be�used�to�serve�the�media.
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Serving�option�in�the�"Multimedia"�menu,�"Rear�passenger�compartment"�submenu
Index Explanation
1 "Rear�passenger�compartment"�submenu
2 Rear�passenger�compartment,�left
3 Rear�passenger�compartment,�right
4 Rear�passenger�compartment,�left�and�right
Then�a�choice�can�be�made�from�a�range�of�entertainment�sources.
Select�entertainment�source�from�"Rear�passenger�compartment"�selection�menu
Index Explanation
1 CD,�rear�passenger�compartment
2 Music�collection
3 External�devices,�rear�passenger�compartment
4 FM
5 AM
Then�a�media�transmission�from�the�Headunit�High�is�announced�in�the�rear�passenger�compartment
display.�The�medium�is�started�or�transmitted�shortly�thereafter.
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5.8.3.�Connect�headphones
As�stated�in�Chapter�4.7.2,�the�new�headphones�can�be�connected�to�the�vehicle�via�radio.�This
function�can�be�found�under�the�"Settings"�menu�-�"Connections".�Here�after�switching�on�the
headphones�and�pressing�the�iDrive�controller�at�the�entry�"Add�new�device",�a�new�headphone�set�is
connected.�After�confirmation�of�the�question�whether�the�headphones�are�to�be�used�with�the�right�or
left�unit�of�the�rear�seat�entertainment�system,�the�connection�setup�is�performed.�In�this�regard,�the�ID
of�the�headphones�is�shown�on�the�CID.
Connection�process�for�wireless�headphones
Index Explanation
1 "Connections"�submenu
2 Add�new�device
3 Activate�registration�–�Connection�is�setup
4 On�which�side�the�headphones�are�to�be�used�(right,�left)
5 Successful�connection�to�display�of�headphone�ID
After�the�successful�connection�the�headphones�can�change�sides�of�the�rear�seat�entertainment
system,�be�renamed�or�removed.
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Setting�options�after�successful�connection�of�the�headphones
Index Explanation
1 Switch�side
2 Rename
3 Remove�device
4 New�name�of�headphones�(e.g.�OTTO)
5 Sample�name�OTTO�instead�of�headphone�ID
Note:�Only�original�wireless�BMW�headphones�can�be�used.
The�pervious�systems�headphone�will�not�work�with�the�new�system.
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