BMW 5 Series: Adjusting
Setting the language
The language to be used for voice activation and
system announcements can be set.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. If necessary, "Language".
4. "Language:".
5. Select the desired language.
Setting the voice dialog
You can set the system to use standard dialog or
a short version.
The short version of the voice dialog plays back
short messages in abbreviated form.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. "Language".
4. "Speech mode:".
5. Select the desired setting.
Speaking during voice output
It is possible to answer during inquiries of the
voice activation system. The function can be deactivated
if inquiries are often undesirably interrupted,
for instance due to background noise or
talking.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. "Language".
4. "Speaking during voice output".
Online speech processing
Online speech processing provides a dictation
function, a natural method of entering destinations
and improves the quality of voice recognition.
To use the functions, data is transmitted to
a service provider via an encrypted connection
and stored locally there.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. "Language".
4. "Server speech recognition".
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume button during the spoken instructions
until the desired volume is set.
- The volume remains constant even if the volume
of other audio sources is changed.
- The volume is stored for the driver profile
currently used.
System limits
- Certain noises can be detected and may lead
to problems. Keep the doors, windows, and
glass sunroof closed.
- Noises from the front passenger or the rear
seat bench can impair the system. Avoid
making other noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
- Major language dialects can cause problems
with the voice recognition feature. Speak loud
and clear.
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A smartphone connected to the vehicle can be
used via voice activation.
Activate voice command response on the smartphone
for this purpose.
1. Press and hold the button on the
steering wheel for appr
Setting the language
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "iDrive settings".
3. If necessary, "Language".
4. "Language:".
5. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile cu
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General information
Enter at least the country and the town/city for
the address. Destination guidance is started to
the town/city center if no street is entered.
Selecting the state/province
1. Press the button on the
Controller.
2. "Classic input".
3. "State/Province".
4. Select the country
Concept
Pressing the Start/Stop button
switches drive-ready state on or off.
Steptronic transmission: the
drive-ready state is switched on
when you depress the brake pedal while pressing
the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches
drive-ready state back off and standby st