BMW 530XD Automobile User Manual


 
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Entertainment OverviewControlsDriving hintsNavigationMobilityReference
This symbol appears on the control display if
further commands can be given.
If no further commands are possible, continue
by operating the item of equipment via iDrive.
Ending or interrupting voice input
Press the button on the steering wheel or in
the centre console
or
Commands
Having possible commands read aloud
You can prompt the system to read out the
commands that are possible, depending on
which menu item is selected on the control dis-
play.
To have the possible commands read out to
you:
For instance, if you have selected "CD", the
commands available for operating the CD
player and CD changer
*
will be read out.
Requesting help
Using alternative commands
There are often several different commands
available for performing the same function, e.g.:
Calling up functions immediately using
short commands
Short commands enable you to perform certain
functions straight away, irrespective of which
menu item is selected, see page 223.
Calling up start menu
An example: selecting a track
1. If necessary, switch on entertainment audio
output.
2. Press the button on the steering wheel
or in the centre console.
{Cancel}
{Options}
{Help}
{Settings menu} or {i menu}
{Main menu}
3. {Entertainment}
The system says:
{{Entertainment}}
4. {CD}
The system says:
{{CD drive switched on}}
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