Principle
The iDrive functions are displayed on the Control Display. The Control Display can be operated using the Controller, touchpad, and touchscreen.
Overview
Control Display
Safety information
NOTICE
Objects in the area in the front of the Control Display can shift and damage the Control Display.
There is a risk of damage to property, among other potential damage. Do not place objects in the area in front of the Control Display.
Switching on/off automatically
The Control Display is turned on automatically when the vehicle is unlocked or as soon as the control display is needed for operation.
In certain situations, the Control Display is switched off automatically, for instance if no operation is performed on the vehicle for several minutes.
Switching on/off manually
The Control Display can also be switched off manually.
1. Tip the Controller up.
2. "Screen off".
Press the Controller or any button on the Controller to switch it back on again.
System limits
In the case of very high temperatures on the Control Display, for instance due to intense solar radiation, the brightness may be reduced down to complete deactivation. Once the temperature is reduced, for instance through shade or air conditioning, the normal functions are restored.
Controller
General information
The buttons can be used to open the menus directly.
The Controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings.
Some iDrive functions can be operated using the touchpad on the Controller.
Operation
Buttons on the Controller
Go to the main menu.
Go to Apps menu.
Go to the Media/Radio menu.
Go to the Communication menu.
Go to navigation map.
Go to destination input menu for navigation.
Go to the previous display.
Go to the Options menu.