The BMW 650i is a luxurious and high-performing car with a sleek design. One of its most impressive features is its on/off switchable and tone-adjustable exhaust system. This system enhances the driving experience by allowing drivers to switch between a quiet and comfortable ride and a sporty and aggressive one.
The on/off switchable exhaust system allows the driver to turn off the muffler, which provides a more raw and sporty exhaust note. The tone-adjustable system allows the driver to adjust the exhaust sound to their preference. This feature is especially useful for those who like to personalize their driving experience.
Additionally, the on/off and tone-adjustable exhaust system offers a significant improvement in performance. With the muffler turned off, the BMW 650i can achieve maximum power and torque, which results in a more thrilling and exhilarating drive.
Overall, the on/off and tone-adjustable exhaust system in the BMW 650i is a standout feature that sets it apart from other luxury cars. It provides drivers with a unique level of control and customization over their driving experience, making it a truly exceptional vehicle.
On/off and tone
The following audio sources have shared controls and setting options:
- Professional* radio or Business radio
- CD player
- CD changer*
Controls
The audio sources can be operated using:
- Buttons near CD player
- iDrive
- Buttons on steering wheel
Buttons near CD player
The layout of the buttons can vary depending on your vehicle’s equipment. One drive:
Two drives:
Operating via iDrive
1 Press the button. This opens the start menu
2 Move the controller backwards to call up “Entertainment”.
You have the following choices:
> “FM” and “AM”: radio reception
> “WB”: Weather Band station
> “SAT”: satellite radio
> “CD”: CD player or CD changer
> “AUX”: AUX-In connection
> “Set”: depending on the audio source, other adjustments can be made, e.g. with the radio: update station with strongest reception, store station, tone control, sample stations.
From another menu, you can change directly to the screen last displayed
Switching on/off
To switch the Entertainment sound output on/off: Press knob 1 next to the CD player
This symbol on the Control Display indicates that sound output is switched off. For a single drive, the sound output is available for approx. 20 minutes with the ignition switched off. To do so, switch the sound output on again.
Adjusting volume
Turn knob 1 next to the CD player until the desired volume is set. You can also adjust the volume with the buttons on the steering wheel. From radio readiness, the setting for the remote control used at the moment is saved.
Tone control
You can alter various tone settings, e.g. treble and bass, or the speed-dependent volume increase. The sound settings are globally adjusted for all audio sources. From radio readiness, the settings are saved for the remote control used at the moment.
1 Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
2 Press the controller to open the i menu
3 Turn the controller until “Settings” is selected and press the controller.
4 Select “Audio” and press the controller
The tone settings can also be selected when you have opened “Entertainment” in the start menu: Select “Set” and then “Tone”, and press the controller
Treble and bass
1 Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “Treble / Bass” is selected and press the controller.
2 Move the controller to the left or right to select “Treble” or “Bass”.
3 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected.
Balance and fader
You can adjust the volume distribution in the same manner as “Treble / Bass”.
- “Balance”: left/right volume distribution
- “Fader”: front/rear volume distribution
Speed-dependent volume control
The speed-dependent volume control automatically increases the volume with increasing speed. You can set various stages for the increase in volume.
1 Select “Speed volume” and press the controller.
2 Turn the controller: The adjustment is applied; the field can be changed.
Individual high-end sound system*
You can choose between Stereo and Surround.
1 . Select “Surround Settings” and press the controller.
2 Select “Stereo” or “Surround”.
3 Press the controller. The spatial sound effect is activated.
Professional LOGIC7 HiFi System*
You can select a spatial sound effect that improves the spatial acoustics in all frequency ranges.
1 Select “Surround Settings” and press the controller.
2 Select “Concert hall” or “Theater”
3 Press the controller. LOGIC7 spatial sound is switched on.
To switch off spatial sound:
Select “Off” and press the controller
LOGIC7 and the LOGIC7 logo are registered trade marks of Lexicon, Inc., a company of the Harman International Group.
Equalizer*
You can set individual sound frequency ranges:
1 Select “Equalizer” and press the controller.
2 Move the controller to the left or right to select the desired frequency range.
3 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected
Resetting tone settings
You can reset all tone settings to the default settings.
1 Open the start menu.
2 Press the controller to open the i menu.
3 Turn the controller until “Settings” is selected and press the controller.
4 Select “Audio” and press the controller.
5 Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “Reset” is selected and press the controller.
With two drives: select “Yes”.