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Programmable memory keys, Entering letters and numbers, Keys – BMW 2012 3 Series M3 Сoupe User Manual

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iDrive

At a glance

Programmable memory keys

General information

iDrive functions can be stored on the program-
mable memory keys and called up directly, e.g.
radio stations, navigation destinations, phone
numbers and entry points into the menu.
The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.

Storing functions

1.

Highlight the function via the iDrive.

2.

...

Press the desired button for

longer than two seconds.

Executing a function

...

Press the button.

The function is executed immediately. This
means, for example, that the number is dialed
when a phone number is selected.

Displaying memory key assignments

Touch the button with a finger. Do not wear
gloves or use objects.
The key assignment is displayed at the top
edge of the screen.

>

Displaying brief information:
Press the button.

>

Displaying detailed information:
Press and hold the button

Entering letters and numbers

1.

Turn the controller: select the letters or
numbers.

2.

Select additional letters or numbers if
needed.

3.

"OK": confirm entry.

Switching between letters and

numbers

Depending on the menu, you can switch
between entering letters and numbers:

Switching between uppercase and

lowercase letters

Depending on the menu, you can switch
between entering uppercase letters and lower-
case letters:

Symbol

Function

Press the controller: delete
one letter or number
Press the controller for an
extended period: delete all
letters or numbers
Enter a blank space

Symbol

Function

Entering letters

Entering numbers

Symbol

Function
Move the controller toward
the front: to switch from
uppercase letters to lower-
case letters
Move the controller toward
the front: to switch from low-
ercase letters to uppercase
letters

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