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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General information
Screen Mirroring enables mirroring (outputting)
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Functional requirements
Compatible smartphone with Screen Mirroring
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Principle
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General information
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General information
The following mobile devices can be connected
to the USB port:
Mobile phones.
Audio devices such as MP3 players.
USB storage devices.
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Widgets
Principle
Displays for specific functions can be displayed
in the instrument cluster.
The following displays can be selected:
Current entertainment source, e.g., radio.
Torque and power.
G-Meter.
Trip data.
Efficiency display.
Selecting
Continue to press the button on the turn signal
lever
Drive readiness
Principle
Turning on drive-ready state corresponds to
starting the engine.
General information
Some functions, such as DSC Dynamic Stability
Control, can only be used with drive-ready state
switched on.
Safety information
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is insufficient,
harmful
