2007 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 199

1. Establish connection. For mobile phones that do not automatically switch over to the handsfree mode: > Depending on the mobile phone model used, the conversation can also be continued via the handsfree system if necessary. Act according to what is shown on the mobile phone display, refer to the operating instructions of your mobile phone. > Press the button above the storage compartment. Switching over may take several seconds. Depending on your mobile phone model, poor reception of the wireless communications network can result in the system changing from the hands-free system to the mobile phone. Operation by voice* The concept You can operate your mobile phone without having to remove your hands from the steering wheel. When making your entries, you will be supported by announcements and questions in many cases. The same prerequisites as for operation via iDrive apply, refer to page 192. Changing between mobile phone and hands-free system From mobile phone to handsfree system You can continue calls begun outside the Bluetooth range of the vehicle via the handsfree system when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. Depending on your mobile phone, the system automatically switches over to the handsfree mode. Symbols in Owner's Manual Mobility Reference {...}Say the specified commands word for word. {{...}} Indicates responses of the system. 197 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 012 501 - © 08/06 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation 3. Select the desired character and press the controller. Each character is sent immediately and confirmed by a tone depending on the mobile phone model. When you telephone via the handsfree system, you can also continue the call via the mobile phone if necessary, depending on the mobile phone model. Act according to what is shown on the mobile phone display, refer to the operating instructions of your mobile phone. Driving tips 2. With single drive: Press the controller. Select "Keypad" and press the controller. With two drives: Move the controller backwards until the bottom field is selected. From handsfree system to mobile phone Controls At a glance