BMW X5: WLAN connection
General information
For certain applications, such as apps, the data exchange between smartphone and vehicle occurs via WLAN.
Functional requirements
- Standby state is switched on.
- Compatible device with activated WLAN interface.
Activate WLAN in the vehicle
1. "COM".
2. "Mobile devices".
3. Tilt the Controller to the right.
4. "Settings".
5. "Wi-Fi".
Wi-Fi hotspot
Principle
Compatible devices with WLAN interface can use the Internet connection of the vehicle via the Wi-Fi hotspot.
General information
Up to ten devices can be connected to the Wi-Fi hotspot simultaneously.
Functional requirements
- Compatible device with activated WLAN interface.
Compatible devices.
- WLAN is activated on the vehicle.
- Internet use is activated for the vehicle.
- Registration and data contract with a service provider where required.
- Standby state is switched on.
Connecting a device to the Internet via the Wi-Fi hotspot
Using the Internet for the first time via the Wi- Fi hotspot requires registration and possibly a data volume purchase from a service provider.
Depending on the country version, data volume can be purchased via the connected mobile device or from the ConnectedDrive Store.
1. "COM".
2. "Mobile devices".
3. Tilt the Controller to the right.
4. "New device".
5. "Internet, apps".
Hotspot name and hotspot code are displayed on the Control Display.
6. Activate Internet usage via WLAN if necessary.
"Open settings".
7. Activate Internet usage.
"Internet connection".
8. Tilt the Controller to the left.
9. Search for WLAN networks on the mobile device.
Select network name on the device.
10.Enter hotspot code on the device and connect.
The device is displayed in the device list.
Additionally, a QR code will be displayed on the Control Display. Alternatively, this QR code can be used to pair the mobile device with the hotspot.
All devices connected via the hotspot use this data volume.
Deactivating Internet usage via the Wi-Fi hotspot
Internet usage may be deactivated if the data volume is used up, for instance.
1. "COM".
2. "Mobile devices".
3. Tilt the Controller to the right.
4. "Settings".
5. "Internet connection".
6. Select the desired setting.
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Screen Mirroring enables mirroring (outputting)
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Functional requirements
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General information
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USB connection
General information
The following mobile devices can be connected
to the USB port:
Mobile phones.
Audio devices such as MP3 players.
USB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32
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USB connection
General information
The following mobile devices can be connected
to the USB port:
Mobile phones.
Audio devices such as MP3 players.
USB storage devices.
Common file systems are supported. FAT32 and
exFAT are the recommended formats.
A connected USB device will be supplied with
charge current
Reversing Camera
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADAPTING ADJUSTMENT UNIT FOR REVERSING CAMERA
(CORGHI KDS QUICK - ACTION CLAMP)
NOTE: The operation is described for the left-hand side; proceed in the
same way for the right-hand side.
Remove support plate (1) from spindle (2).
Replace spindle (2) by spindle (3).
Press support p
