BMW 5 Series: Headphones, vehicle
loudspeakers
Connecting the headphones
Normal headphones
Connect via the jack 1/8"/3.5 mm, on the rear CD/DVD player.
Infrared headphones
Connection via the infrared interface on the lower edge of the screen.
Fitting infrared headphones and information on which headphones are supported can be obtained from your service center.
When using infrared headphones, ensure that the connection between the headphones and the infrared interface is not disrupted:
▷ Do not place an obstacle between the interface
and headphones.
▷ Do not cover the interface.
▷ Do not scratch the interface.
Fold up display screens for interference-free reception.
Unfavorable light conditions such as bright ambient light can impair reception.
Sound output on the headphones or vehicle loudspeakers
Operation is only possible in the rear.
1. "Options" Open.
2. "Headphones" or"Loudspeakers"
With the following setting, sound output in the
rear is not possible via the vehicle speakers:
"Driver control".
Enabling
Enabling operation in the rear
Only possible via the iDrive in the front.
1. "Settings"
2. "Allow rear control"
3. Select the desired priority.
Priority options
The driver ...
External devices
General information
External audio and video devices and digital
cameras can be connected to cinch sockets, on the CD/DVD player. Operation
takes place on the external device.
Due to the large n ...
See also:
Tire chains
CAUTION:
Tire chains/cables should not be installed on P245/40VR19 size tires. Installation
of the tire chains/cables on P245/40VR19 size tires will cause damage to the vehicle.
If you plan to use ...
When contacting the response center
You may be unable to contact the response center if the network is busy. ...
Coolant Level
Four-Cylinder Engines – the coolant bottle provides a
quick visual method for determining that the engine
coolant (antifreeze) level is adequate. With the engine
idling and warm to normal oper ...
