BMW X5 xDrive45e PLUG-IN HYBRID 2022, Owner'S Manual

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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 national-market version,
data volume can be purchased via the con-
nected mobile communication 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 dis-
played on the Control Display.
6. Activate Internet usage via WLAN if neces-
sary.
"Open settings"
7. Activate Internet usage.
"Wi-Fi hotspot"
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 con-
nect.
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. "Wi-Fi hotspot"
6. Select the desired setting.
Apple CarPlay© preparation
Principle
CarPlay allows select functions of a compatible
Apple iPhone to be used via Siri voice control
and iDrive.
Functional requirements
▷ Compatible iPhone, iPhone 5 or later with
iOS 7.1 or later.
Compatible devices, refer to page
79 .
▷ Corresponding mobile contract.
▷ Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Siri voice control are
activated on the iPhone.
▷ If necessary, the setting for mobile data
must be activated on the iPhone.
▷ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled in the ve-
hicle.
Pairing the iPhone with CarPlay
1. "COM"
2. "Mobile devices"
3. Tilt the Controller to the right.
4. "New device"
5. "Phone calls and audio"
The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed
on the Control Display.
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