X Series E70 X5 3.0Sd (M57T2) OFFRD
A new Telestart transmitter is being used.
The procedure for initialising this telestart transmitter has changed [see SI Technology 64 01 05 (135)].
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Audio systems
The following equipment is available for audio reception:
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Professional radio
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"Professional" navigation system
The Professional radio is fitted as standard. The standard equipment includes the iDrive with controller and
Central Information Display (CID). The Professional Radio is available in 2 hardware versions with the same
range of functions.
In the European version, a development of the familiar M-ASK is used. In the U.S. version, with CHAMP (Central
Headunit and Multimedia Platform), the new platform for the central radio segment is used for the first time in
BMW vehicles.
As the Professional Navigation System, a development of the Car Communication Computer (CCC) is available.
CCC, M-ASK and CHAMP are designated as headunits, as they act as masters in the MOST ring that
synchronises data transmission. In addition the head unit acts as an interface between K-CAN and MOST.
Radio Professional and Navigation System Professional provides 8 favourite buttons. In the U.S. version, 6
favourite buttons can be assigned with certain functions, two buttons are assigned fixed functions. In the
European version, all 8 favourite buttons are assignable.
In addition to the reception of AM and FM stations, digital radio is also available. In the U.S. version, the satellite
tuner (SDARS) and the digital tuner (IBOC) are offered.
In the European version Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) is available.
For the first time ever, a CD changer with a shaft is being offered in a BMW. This changer can accept 6 CDs that
can be inserted in the device without the necessity of a magazine.
A DVD changer is offer for playing DVSDs. The combination of Top-HiFi amplifier and DVD changer supports
multichannel audioformats such as "Dolby Digital" or "dts".
CHAMP, M-ASK, CCC, CD and DVD changers support the replay of compressed audio files.
A USB interface is offered in the vehicle in certain markets by means of the SA 6FL "USB Audio Interface". This
supports the connection of a USB mass memory.
The mass memories can be operated via the iDrive and the audio data can be relayed via the vehicle
loudspeakers.
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Navigation systems
The navigation systems for the European and U.S. versions are integrated in the Car Communication Computer
(CCC).
In Japan an independent MOST control unit is used for navigation. An independent MOST control unit is also
installed for navigation in China or Korea.
The separate control units require the CCC as head unit. For the market launch in the USA and Canada, the
Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) warning service is being offered.
The RTTI signals are transmitted via FM. The service is controlled via the SA 6UH "Traffic Info for Navigation"
and at present is include in the scope of functions of the SA 609 "Navigation System Professional".
In the European versions, the TMC (Traffic Message Channel) is used for traffic radio messages.
If SA 612 "BMW Assist" is installed and activated in the vehicle, VInfoPlus (VI+) can also be selected as the
SBT Electrical systems E70, E71
BMW AG - TIS
06.02.2013 01:03
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