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      09-12-2010, 06:19 AM   #1
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Z4 and 6VC Combox

Hi All,
If any of you are ordering a new Z4, you might want to double check your build includes the 6VC "Combox" which is meant to come in post week 35. It lets you plug in the ipod using the apple cable, lets you do bluetooth Audio streaming and if you have a blackberry I think it lets you do email in the car.

Mum just ordered a Z4 and initially the order didn't come up with 6VC even though its post week 35, the car is actually at the moment scheduled for build in week 40 to make sure it gets the Combox 6VC.

We got it written into our sales contract that the car should include 6VC.

Your sales rep should be able to provide you with a detailed breakdown of how your car is built.

Hope then helps!

More info on the com box here.

BMW ConnectedDrive Innovations: Advanced on-board use of mobile phones and music players.

Beginning with September production there will be enhancements to BMW Assist with Bluetooth and the iPod/USB Adapter. These enhancements extend the functionality through improved integration of mobile devices into the vehicle. These new features are made possible by hardware advances. (All Models)

BMW Assist with Extended Bluetooth

The Bluetooth functionality is extended beyond hands-free and phonebook support with multiple innovations. Feature support is dependent upon compatibility with the mobile device.

RIM Smart Phone Integration
* Mobile Office: The industry-first mobile office integration of BlackBerry Smartphones, a customer can access email, text messages, and notes through the iDrive system providing seamless integration with the vehicle. Safety and avoiding driver distraction is paramount at BMW. In order to maintain the driver’s focus on the road, the vehicle’s voice control system (included with navigation) will read messages aloud via text-to-speech. The central screen will also display the only the first three lines of text. The full text can only be displayed when the vehicle is parked. Compatible BlackBerry hardware, firmware, and feature set will be announced later.
* vCard photo support: Images of contacts stored in your phonebook are downloaded from the device and shown on the vehicle display. When the mobile phone rings, a picture of the caller will appear on the vehicle display.
* External Call Lists: External call list handling downloads the “re-dial” and “received calls list” at every reconnect of the mobile device and after each call.
* Bluetooth Music Streaming: Bluetooth music streaming offers wireless audio streaming from the mobile device to the vehicle. Music stored on the mobile phone is played and controlled through the iDrive controller.

iPod/USB Adapter

· iPod One-wire integration: The iPod connection no longer requires the “Y-cable” for separate aux-input for sound. The iPod USB cable supplied with the iPod is all that is required to connect the device to the vehicle. The music is transferred directly from the iPod digitally to the sound system via the USB connection.· Album Cover Art: If cover art is contained in the metadata of a particular song, it will show on the vehicle display while the song is played.· Voice Control of Devices: The driver can control external devices and select genre, artist, album, and song title with the voice control system included with Navigation System.· Mobile Phone Device Driver Update: In combination with BMW Assist, the USB port can be used to upload new mobile phone and audio player device drivers. (Release timing for this feature and device driver availability are subject to change.)

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      09-12-2010, 01:35 PM   #2
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Could this be added onto older models or no?
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      09-12-2010, 01:57 PM   #3
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I don't believe so no. Not by BMW anyway. Only new builds sorry.
Some clever people might be able to get parts and retro fit, but I don't think it would be simple ...
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