iDrive

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iDrive controller
IDrive display

iDrive is the operating concept of the infotainment system from BMW . It is based on the multimedia system of the (former) CAA AG. With the takeover of CAA AG by Harman Becker , the know-how passed to Harman Becker. Harman Becker developed the system further and now supplies it as a premium supplier to BMW, Mercedes and Porsche. It has a large LC display in the middle of the dashboard and is mainly controlled by a single button - the so-called iDrive controller - and several quick selection buttons. iDrive should integrate all comfort functions (especially navigation, telecommunication, audio and suspension settings) and thus greatly reduce the number of control buttons and controls. With a simultaneous increase in the variety of functions, this is intended to facilitate vehicle operation.

The current iDrive has an 8.8 inch display in all series of Navigation Professional (exception: 7 series with 10.25 inches and a resolution of 1440 × 540 pixels as well as 6 series , 5 series and 5 series GT with 10 , 2 inches) with a resolution of 1280 × 480 pixels. The 3D map data are stored on a hard drive , which also serves as a memory for MP3 music data. A DVD drive is used, among other things, to update data and can also play video DVDs and audio CDs . USB data carriers as well as cell phones and iPod devices can be connected to the on-board computer via an optional USB interface . Some mobile phones can be connected to the vehicle's external antenna in a charging cradle (snap-in adapter) specially made for the respective phone model using an antenna coupler or antenna connection.

Via the optional online connection BMW ConnectedDrive , iDrive can be supplied with a wide range of telematics and assistance services. In addition to e-mails, news and weather data, this also includes the service of the “BMW Assist” telephone information service, which provides research and other services and can transmit navigation data directly to the on-board computer. Routes can be planned in advance via an internet portal and sent to the car.

It is also possible to surf the Internet using an integrated NetFront- based web browser .

timeline

  • IDrive was presented for the first time in the BMW Z9 concept vehicle at the IAA 1999.
  • The iDrive was introduced in November 2001 with the presentation of the new BMW 7-series ( E65 ).
  • Due to ongoing criticism from customers and the trade press, the iDrive of the 7 series was revised in October 2003. In addition to numerous simplifications in the menu navigation, a menu button has been added that allows you to jump back to the main menu from any point in a submenu.
  • With the introduction of the new 5 series ( E60 ) in 2003, the iDrive found its way into the upper middle class. Usage has been further simplified. The number of function switches and controls has been consistently further reduced. In the E60, you are essentially limited to the multifunction steering wheel and controlling lights, air conditioning and radio volume.
  • In 2005, the iDrive in the BMW M5 sports model was upgraded to include a number of driving dynamics functions. The electronic stability program DSC , the electronic damper control EDC, the suspension comfort setting, the engine output and the accelerator pedal kinematics can be changed.
  • Also in 2004, the iDrive was available for the first time in the compact class, in the new model of the 1 series (E87), as an optional extra.
  • In order to be able to dial frequently used entertainment sources, navigation destinations or telephone numbers more quickly, the iDrive received eight freely programmable station buttons in March 2007 in the model revisions of the 5 and 1 series as well as in the current 3 series coupé and convertible and in the X5 . For the first time, buttons with capacitive switches were installed: By touching the button, the user receives a preview of the content stored on the button on the screen.
  • With the 3 Series LCI , the second generation iDrive was introduced in September 2008. The iDrive also received direct selection buttons in the area of ​​the controller. Operation has also been simplified.
  • With the introduction of the new BMW 7 Series in 2015, the iDrive system was given a touchscreen function for the first time.
  • The 7th generation of the iDrive, which includes gesture control, will be used in the 8 Series Coupé G15 .

Web links

Individual evidence

  1. ↑ CAA AG: Co-designer on the dashboard of the future - computerwoche.de. In: www.computerwoche.de. Retrieved October 26, 2016 .
  2. ↑ JUVE - www.juve.de: Harman takes over CAA completely «JUVE. In: www.juve.de. Retrieved October 26, 2016 .
  3. ↑ Dirk Gulde: Infotainment at BMW, Porsche and Mercedes: Three systems in comparison . In: auto motor und sport . ( auto-motor-und-sport.de [accessed on October 26, 2016]).
  4. ↑ Archived copy ( memento of the original from February 20, 2015 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.bmw.de
  5. ↑ The study BMW Z9 gran tourismo , BMW Press Office Austria (see in particular Photo 9) on September 14, 1999, accessed May 20, 2018.
  6. ↑ Interview on the 8 series with its product manager , bimmertoday.de from June 18, 2018.