BMW 5 Series: Voice activation system
Concept
Most functions displayed on the Control Display
can be operated by voice commands via the
voice activation system. The system supports
you with announcements during input.
General information
- Functions that can only be used when the vehicle
is stationary can only be operated via
the voice activation system to a limited extent.
- The system uses a special microphone on
the driver's side.
- ›...‹ in the Owner's Manual denotes verbal instructions
to use with the voice activation
system.
Functional requirements
- A language must be set via iDrive that is supported
by the voice activation system. To set
the language.
- Always say commands in the language of the
voice activation system.
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Activating the voice activation
system
1. Press the button on the
steering
wheel.
2. Wait for the signal.
3. Say the command.
The symbol on the Control Display
indicates
that the voice activatio
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:
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
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Press the button on the turn signal lever.
Continuous display
Some Check Control messages are displayed
continuously and are not cleared until the malfunction
is eliminated. If several malfunctions occur
at once, the messages are displayed consecutively.
The messages can be hidden for approx. 8 se
Concept
The system may prevent some accidents. In the
event of an accident, the system may reduce impact
speed.
The system sounds a warning before an imminent
collision and activates brakes independently,
if needed.
General information
Depending on the equipment version, the system
is controlled by