CD Player and CD Changer BMW 2006-6 Series

The 2006 BMW 6 Series is equipped with a CD player and a CD changer as standard features.

The CD player is located in the dashboard and is capable of playing standard audio CDs. It also supports playback of MP3-encoded CDs, which can store many more songs than a traditional audio CD.

The CD changer, on the other hand, is located in the trunk of the vehicle and can hold up to six CDs at once. This allows for extended listening sessions without the need to switch out discs manually.

To use the CD player or CD changer, simply insert the disc into the corresponding slot and press the “CD” button on the vehicle’s audio system to access the CD playback mode. From there, you can use the audio system’s controls to skip tracks, adjust the volume, and more.

Note that if your vehicle’s CD player or CD changer is malfunctioning or not working as expected, it may require service or replacement from a qualified BMW technician.

Listening to CDs

Compressed audio files*

The CD player is capable of playing CDs with compressed audio files, i.e. MP3.

CD player: starting CD

Equipment with two drives: The upper drive is for audio CDs. Insert the CD into the drive with the labeled side up. Playback starts automatically if the sound output is on. For CDs with compressed audio files, it can take up to approx. 1 minute to read in the data depending on the directory structure. To start playback when there is already a CD in the drive:

1. Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
2. Move the controller backwards to open “Entertainment”.
3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “CD” is selected and press the controller.

4. On vehicles with a CD changer, change to the second field from the top and turn the controller until “CD” is selected and press the controller. The CD player is started.

Playback starts automatically if the sound output is switched on. To eject the CD, press the button on the CD player. The CD emerges slightly from the drive.

CD changer: starting CD

1. Fill the CD magazine and insert.
2. Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
3. Move the controller backwards to open “Entertainment”.
4. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “CD” is selected and press the controller.
5. Change to the second field from the top if necessary. Turn the controller until the desired CD, CD 1 – 6, is selected and press the controller.

At the end of the last track, the next CD will be selected. If new CDs have been placed in the CD magazine, playback starts with the lowest CD, e.g. CD 1, track 1. The CD magazine’s load status is indicated on the Control Display.

Selecting a track

Buttons next to CD player

Press the button for the corresponding direction repeatedly, continuing until you reach the desired track on the current CD. The CD will start to play at the start of the track. The track is displayed on the Control Display. You can also change the track with buttons on the steering wheel.

Via iDrive

Select a track by turning the controller.

Compressed audio files*

1. Select the directory if necessary and press the controller.

2. Select the track and press the controller.

3. Select “Play” and press the controller.

To change the directory: Select the directory and press the controller.

To exit from the menu:

✓ Select the arrow and press the controller.

Displaying information on track*

With compressed audio files, you can display possibly included information about the current track, e.g. the name of the artist.

1. Press the controller.
2. Select “Details” and press the controller

The information about the current track is displayed. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.

Sampling tracks, scan

The system automatically plays a brief sample from each of the tracks on the current CD.

1. Select “Set” and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed.

2. Select “Scan” and press the controller.

To stop the scan:

1. Press the controller.
2. Select “Scan” and press the controller.

This cancels the scan search and the player remains on the current track.

Compressed audio files*

1. Select the current track and press the controller.
2. Select the desired menu item:
   • To sample all tracks of the current directory, select “Scan directory” and press the controller.
   • To sample all tracks of the CD, select “Scan all” and press the controller.

To end scan search:

1. Press the controller.
2. Select “Scan directory” or “Scan all” and press the controller.

This cancels the scan search and the player remains on the current track.

Repeating track

1. Select “Set” and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed.

2. Select “Repeat” and press the controller.

The current track on the CD is repeated. To cancel repeat mode:

1. Press the controller again.
2. Select “Repeat” and press the controller.

Compressed audio files*

1. Select the current track and press the controller.
2. Select the desired menu item:
   • To repeat the selected track, select “Repeat track” and press the controller.
   • To repeat all tracks of the current directory, select “Repeat directory” and press the controller.

To end scan search:

1. Press the controller.
2. Select “Scan directory” or “Scan all” and press the controller.

This cancels the scan search and the player remains on the current track.

Repeating track

1. Select “Set” and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed.

2. Select “Repeat” and press the controller.

The current track on the CD is repeated. To cancel repeat mode:

1. Press the controller again.
2. Select “Repeat” and press the controller.

Compressed audio files*

1. Select the current track and press the controller.
2. Select the desired menu item:
   • To repeat the selected track, select “Repeat track” and press the controller.
   • To repeat all tracks of the current directory, select “Repeat directory” and press the controller.

To cancel repeat mode:

1. Press the controller.
2. Select “Repeat track” or “Repeat directory” and press the controller.

Random play sequence

In this mode, the tracks on the current CD are played once in a random sequence.

1. Select “Set” and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed.
2. Select “Random” and press the controller.

To cancel random mode:

1. Press the controller.
2. Select “Random” and press the controller.

Compressed audio files*

1. Select the current track and press the controller.
2. Select the desired menu item:
   • To play all tracks of the current directory in random order, select “Random directory” and press the controller.
   • To play all tracks of the CD in random order, select “Random all” and press the controller.

To cancel random mode:

1. Press the controller.
2. Select “Random directory” or “Random all” and press the controller.

Fast forward/reverse

Buttons next to CD player: Press and hold the button for the corresponding direction.

CD magazine

The BMW CD changer for six CDs is installed in the glove compartment.

Removing the CD magazine

To insert CDs into the CD magazine 1 or remove them from it, you must first remove the magazine from the CD changer:

Press button 2 to eject the CD magazine 1. Wait at least 2 seconds before pushing in the magazine again so that the inserted CDs can be read in again.

Inserting/removing CDs into/from CD magazine

When inserting or removing CDs, remember to hold them only by their edges, taking care to avoid touching the reflective CD memory surface.

To insert:

Insert one CD into each compartment of the magazine with the labeled side up.

To remove:

Pull out the desired tray and remove the corresponding CD.

Inserting CD magazine

Push in the CD magazine as far as possible in the direction of the arrow. The CD changer automatically reads in the inserted CDs and is then ready for operation.

Notes

⚠ BMW CD/DVD players and changers are officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do not operate if the cover is damaged, otherwise severe eye damage can result. Do not use self-recorded CDs with adhesive
labels as these can come loose during playback due to heat build-up and cause irreparable damage to the system.

Only use round CDs/DVDs with a standard diameter of 4.7 in/12 cm and do not play CDs/ DVDs with an adapter, e.g. Single-CDs, otherwise the CDs or the adapter can jam and may no longer be ejected. Do not use a combined CD/DVD, e.g. DVDPlus; otherwise, the CD/DVD can jam and will no longer eject.

General malfunctions

BMW CD/DVD changers and players have been optimized for performance in vehicles. In some instances they may be more sensitive to faulty CDs/DVDs than stationary devices would be. If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check if it has been inserted correctly.

Humidity

High levels of humidity can lead to condensation on the CD/DVD or the laser’s scan lens and temporarily prevent playback.

Malfunctions with individual CDs/DVDs

If malfunctions only occur with individual CDs/ DVDs, one of the following factors may be the cause.

Home-recorded CDs/DVDs

Possible reasons for malfunctions with self recorded CDs/DVDs are, e.g., inconsistent data-creation or recording processes, or poor quality or advanced age of the CD/DVD blank. Label CDs/DVDs only on the top, using a marker designed for this purpose.

Damaged CDs/DVDs

Avoid fingerprints dust, scratches, and moisture. Keep CDs/DVDs in a sleeve. Do not subject CDs/DVDs to temperatures over 1207/506, high levels of humidity or direct sunlight.

CDs/DVDs with copy protection

Manufacturers often provide CDs/DVDs with copy protection. This can mean that some CDs/ DVDs cannot be played or can only be played to a limited extent.

Care

If necessary, clean the reflective scanning side of the CDs/DVDs with a commercially available cleaning cloth by wiping in straight lines from the center outward.