AUX input WORKING
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I picked up the 5er from the dealer today after having the software updated after the AUX input install.
It seems that the latest version of the software has been installed successfully. I'll try to list a few examples:
- Activation of DTC displays "DTC activated, DSC restricted" in the display - probably a feature added to prevent bewilderment for those who have not RTFMed enough
- New feature added to the navigation system (Business version) - when selecting a new destination, one is given an additional option - "Details" - a window appears and displays information such as address and telephone number to e.g. the hotel or restaurant. This feature was AFAIK not present previously, and really helps if you'd like to extract the phone number to something without actually dialling the number.
- Improved fonts (old change, yes?)
- The AUX choice under Entertainment has changed name to AUX (audio) (compared to simply "AUX" previously) - As if the system was prepared for video/DVD in the future
- When using the Bluetooth telephone the name of the connected telephone is displayed in the area where e.g. radio station is displayed
- Under the phone's contact list names AND numbers are displayed, instead of simply numbers. Very useful if you'd like to add several telephone numbers under one name.
- The intensity setting for the A/C Auto-function has been renamed "Automatic programmes" and is available as a menu under Climate.
- Under Information, Traffic information settings and TMC - "presently no reception" (or whatever) isn't displayed, instead one can activate/deactivate TMC and "TMC AUTO" is displayed in the window below.
- The choice "Telephone list" is added to the list of functions attachable to one of the steering wheel buttons. Finally you could dial someone without having to redial or use the iDrive wheel.
Overall the AUX input seems to work superbly. Although sound coming from CDs is definitely much better.. I'm using the input with my Creative Jukebox Zen. Output from this player definitely has an impact on sound quality.
I'm sorry if this information is redundant due to previous posts. But I've addressed features I haven't seen anything about on the forum.
It seems that the latest version of the software has been installed successfully. I'll try to list a few examples:
- Activation of DTC displays "DTC activated, DSC restricted" in the display - probably a feature added to prevent bewilderment for those who have not RTFMed enough
- New feature added to the navigation system (Business version) - when selecting a new destination, one is given an additional option - "Details" - a window appears and displays information such as address and telephone number to e.g. the hotel or restaurant. This feature was AFAIK not present previously, and really helps if you'd like to extract the phone number to something without actually dialling the number.
- Improved fonts (old change, yes?)
- The AUX choice under Entertainment has changed name to AUX (audio) (compared to simply "AUX" previously) - As if the system was prepared for video/DVD in the future
- When using the Bluetooth telephone the name of the connected telephone is displayed in the area where e.g. radio station is displayed
- Under the phone's contact list names AND numbers are displayed, instead of simply numbers. Very useful if you'd like to add several telephone numbers under one name.
- The intensity setting for the A/C Auto-function has been renamed "Automatic programmes" and is available as a menu under Climate.
- Under Information, Traffic information settings and TMC - "presently no reception" (or whatever) isn't displayed, instead one can activate/deactivate TMC and "TMC AUTO" is displayed in the window below.
- The choice "Telephone list" is added to the list of functions attachable to one of the steering wheel buttons. Finally you could dial someone without having to redial or use the iDrive wheel.
Overall the AUX input seems to work superbly. Although sound coming from CDs is definitely much better.. I'm using the input with my Creative Jukebox Zen. Output from this player definitely has an impact on sound quality.
I'm sorry if this information is redundant due to previous posts. But I've addressed features I haven't seen anything about on the forum.
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I have my car back after the software version 14 has been reintsalled, after the first try was unsuccesfull - it lewft some minor problems, such as hseat heaters in rear not working and AUX input not working.
Now everything works fine. The AUX in is amazing. I plugged my dvd player in and played the Bleu Man Groups The Complex Live. WOW! Great stuff, amazing sound! The AUX in is fantastic!
Now everything works fine. The AUX in is amazing. I plugged my dvd player in and played the Bleu Man Groups The Complex Live. WOW! Great stuff, amazing sound! The AUX in is fantastic!
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So dealers know how to install this now... No glitch? I'm planning to get it but havent thought much about it reciently was waiting till I know they can do it.
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I am in Germany and my dealer knows how to install it.
Can't speak for your dealer.
I've just learned that my dealership was through the BMW certification and received 98%, the highest rating ever for a dealership in Germany.
Can't speak for your dealer.
I've just learned that my dealership was through the BMW certification and received 98%, the highest rating ever for a dealership in Germany.
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Originally Posted by paasan' date='Dec 2 2004, 06:15 PM
I picked up the 5er from the dealer today after having the software updated after the AUX input install.
It seems that the latest version of the software has been installed successfully. I'll try to list a few examples:
- Activation of DTC displays "DTC activated, DSC restricted" in the display - probably a feature added to prevent bewilderment for those who have not RTFMed enough
- New feature added to the navigation system (Business version) - when selecting a new destination, one is given an additional option - "Details" - a window appears and displays information such as address and telephone number to e.g. the hotel or restaurant. This feature was AFAIK not present previously, and really helps if you'd like to extract the phone number to something without actually dialling the number.
- Improved fonts (old change, yes?)
- The AUX choice under Entertainment has changed name to AUX (audio) (compared to simply "AUX" previously) - As if the system was prepared for video/DVD in the future
- When using the Bluetooth telephone the name of the connected telephone is displayed in the? area where e.g. radio station is displayed
- Under the phone's contact list names AND numbers are displayed, instead of simply numbers. Very useful if you'd like to add several telephone numbers under one name.
- The intensity setting for the A/C Auto-function has been renamed "Automatic programmes" and is available as a menu under Climate.
- Under Information, Traffic information settings and TMC - "presently no reception" (or whatever) isn't displayed, instead one can activate/deactivate TMC and "TMC AUTO" is displayed in the window below.
- The choice "Telephone list" is added to the list of functions attachable to one of the steering wheel buttons. Finally you could dial someone without having to redial or use the iDrive wheel.
Overall the AUX input seems to work superbly. Although sound coming from CDs is definitely much better.. I'm using the input with my Creative Jukebox Zen. Output from this player definitely has an impact on sound quality.
I'm sorry if this information is redundant due to previous posts. But I've addressed features I haven't seen anything about on the forum.
It seems that the latest version of the software has been installed successfully. I'll try to list a few examples:
- Activation of DTC displays "DTC activated, DSC restricted" in the display - probably a feature added to prevent bewilderment for those who have not RTFMed enough
- New feature added to the navigation system (Business version) - when selecting a new destination, one is given an additional option - "Details" - a window appears and displays information such as address and telephone number to e.g. the hotel or restaurant. This feature was AFAIK not present previously, and really helps if you'd like to extract the phone number to something without actually dialling the number.
- Improved fonts (old change, yes?)
- The AUX choice under Entertainment has changed name to AUX (audio) (compared to simply "AUX" previously) - As if the system was prepared for video/DVD in the future
- When using the Bluetooth telephone the name of the connected telephone is displayed in the? area where e.g. radio station is displayed
- Under the phone's contact list names AND numbers are displayed, instead of simply numbers. Very useful if you'd like to add several telephone numbers under one name.
- The intensity setting for the A/C Auto-function has been renamed "Automatic programmes" and is available as a menu under Climate.
- Under Information, Traffic information settings and TMC - "presently no reception" (or whatever) isn't displayed, instead one can activate/deactivate TMC and "TMC AUTO" is displayed in the window below.
- The choice "Telephone list" is added to the list of functions attachable to one of the steering wheel buttons. Finally you could dial someone without having to redial or use the iDrive wheel.
Overall the AUX input seems to work superbly. Although sound coming from CDs is definitely much better.. I'm using the input with my Creative Jukebox Zen. Output from this player definitely has an impact on sound quality.
I'm sorry if this information is redundant due to previous posts. But I've addressed features I haven't seen anything about on the forum.
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Software has also been updated - now have the things you mention above. Best of all is the TMC which is really handy. Overall there are a lot more options on the iDrive menu - I need to reconnect my phone now as these setting have been deleted.
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Originally Posted by paasan' date='Dec 2 2004, 11:15 AM
I picked up the 5er from the dealer today after having the software updated after the AUX input install.
- The AUX choice under Entertainment has changed name to AUX (audio) (compared to simply "AUX" previously) - As if the system was prepared for video/DVD in the future
Overall the AUX input seems to work superbly. Although sound coming from CDs is definitely much better.. I'm using the input with my Creative Jukebox Zen. Output from this player definitely has an impact on sound quality.
I'm sorry if this information is redundant due to previous posts. But I've addressed features I haven't seen anything about on the forum.
- The AUX choice under Entertainment has changed name to AUX (audio) (compared to simply "AUX" previously) - As if the system was prepared for video/DVD in the future
Overall the AUX input seems to work superbly. Although sound coming from CDs is definitely much better.. I'm using the input with my Creative Jukebox Zen. Output from this player definitely has an impact on sound quality.
I'm sorry if this information is redundant due to previous posts. But I've addressed features I haven't seen anything about on the forum.
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Had someone tried Aux (audio) with iPod 4th generation ?
Is it better to add a preamplifier such as or isn't necessary ?
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Originally Posted by paasan' date='Dec 2 2004, 01:15 PM
Overall the AUX input seems to work superbly. Although sound coming from CDs is definitely much better.. I'm using the input with my Creative Jukebox Zen. Output from this player definitely has an impact on sound quality.
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Have you compared the Aux Input sound quality using a portable cd player (instead of an mp3 player) vs the dash player? Would be curious to know if the sound quality of the aux input is equal. Any mp3 or other compressed format played is going to be less quality than a cd.
Want to add this to my 530. What did it cost?
TIA
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I ahd the Aux In fitted to my car that I picked up last weekend. It doesn't wotk and is going back in on Tuesday to sort it out.