USB Inlets in the glove box?

ttse · 03-25-2011, 12:52 PM

I just got my X3 2.8i yesterday - AWESOME drive!!! I have a question though - I see there is a USB inlet for ipod in the center console but I don't have one inside the glove box.... I am just wondering if the USB inlet inside the glove box is an option thing that comes with optional package or should it be a standard device that comes with all X3 sold in USA...

If it is a standard one... then I have a problem since something is missing!!!

MA78 · 03-25-2011, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ttse

I just got my X3 2.8i yesterday - AWESOME drive!!! I have a question though - I see there is a USB inlet for ipod in the center console but I don't have one inside the glove box.... I am just wondering if the USB inlet inside the glove box is an option thing that comes with optional package or should it be a standard device that comes with all X3 sold in USA...

If it is a standard one... then I have a problem since something is missing!!!

Yeah, I was told it was standard too. But it's not. Nav only.

ttse · 03-25-2011, 01:05 PM

Thx!!! The BMW site has to be more clear on what comes or what not with each of their options.

jaymk5 · 03-25-2011, 05:06 PM

So this brings me the next question, so the people with nav package, get 2 usb inlets ? like one on the glove box and another on the center console, just trying to understand what comes and what not...bcos these things are not clearly mentioned anywhere.

sfax · 03-25-2011, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaymk5

So this brings me the next question, so the people with nav package, get 2 usb inlets ? like one on the glove box and another on the center console, just trying to understand what comes and what not...bcos these things are not clearly mentioned anywhere.

Yes, the one in the glove box is only used for importing music to the internal HDD and i think for software updates.

The other one in the arm rest is for iPhone/iPod/other mp3 player or USB with music or other phone. You can import and listen simultaneously using both USB ports

kozzi · 03-25-2011, 06:00 PM

Both USB ports connect to the 12gig hard drive. Someone needs to follow those cords and find out where they are hiding that drive

Would be sweet if that could be changed to something much larger...someone will eventually figure it out.

flash3 · 03-25-2011, 06:03 PM

This has been prob asked before but i can't recall so please forgive me. For those of us not getting the tech nor nav options, what can we do with the USB port in the car?

MA78 · 03-25-2011, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flash3

This has been prob asked before but i can't recall so please forgive me. For those of us not getting the tech nor nav options, what can we do with the USB port in the car?

Not much. :P

flash3 · 03-25-2011, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MA78

Quote:

Originally Posted by flash3

This has been prob asked before but i can't recall so please forgive me. For those of us not getting the tech nor nav options, what can we do with the USB port in the car?

Not much. :P

that's lame.

Lotus7 · 03-25-2011, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flash3

This has been prob asked before but i can't recall so please forgive me. For those of us not getting the tech nor nav options, what can we do with the USB port in the car?

You can plug in a flash drive and play mp3 files directly. The player will recognize a drive that's formatted in FAT16 or FAT32 and will show, at least, one level of folders. It will also recognize mp3 tags, so you can name songs, artists, and tracks and the names will be displayed (not just "Track-1, Track-2, etc.).

The radio front panel button will only switch between the CD player and the radio. You have to go to the iDrive and select multimedia to see a plugged-in flash drive. I've loaded hundreds of pieces of music on a drive at 256 kbits/sec. and all play perfectly.

It is also supposed to work with some MP3 players, but not with an iPhone or iPod. For those you can use the 3mm analog audio-in jack next to the USB port

My only complaint is that I have to unload the sunglasses, cellphone charger, mini-flashlight and the other junk I usually carry in the center console to get at the USB port. Why they didn't put it in back of the little storage tray just in front of the cup holders is beyond me.

flash3 · 03-25-2011, 08:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lotus7

You can plug in a flash drive and play mp3 files directly. The player will recognize a drive that's formatted in FAT16 or FAT32 and will show, at least, one level of folders. It will also recognize mp3 tags, so you can name songs, artists, and tracks and the names will be displayed (not just "Track-1, Track-2, etc.).

The radio front panel button will only switch between the CD player and the radio. You have to go to the iDrive and select multimedia to see a plugged-in flash drive. I've loaded hundreds of pieces of music on a drive at 256 kbits/sec. and all play perfectly.

It is also supposed to work with some MP3 players, but not with an iPhone or iPod. For those you can use the 3mm analog audio-in jack next to the USB port

My only complaint is that I have to unload the sunglasses, cellphone charger, mini-flashlight and the other junk I usually carry in the center console to get at the USB port. Why they didn't put it in back of the little storage tray just in front of the cup holders is beyond me.

Oh, so I can?

Lotus7 · 03-25-2011, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flash3

Oh, so I can?

Actually, in your case, you can't. My post comments were for the 49-state and worldwide "basic" USB port. I believe it's disabled in the North Carolina market vehicles. Something about USB being too complicated for Tar Heel fans.

flash3 · 03-25-2011, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lotus7

Actually, in your case, you can't. My post comments were for the 49-state and worldwide "basic" USB port. I believe it's disabled in the North Carolina market vehicles. Something about USB being too complicated for Tar Heel fans.

WTH? I'm not even a tar heel fan. FL for life!

That sucks!

Lotus7 · 03-25-2011, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flash3

WTH? I'm not even a tar heel fan. FL for life!

That sucks!

Maybe if you sign a waver and certify that you can spell "USB", BMW will give you a special dispensation.

The non-US readers of this diverted thread must think we're nuts.

MA78 · 03-25-2011, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lotus7

It is also supposed to work with some MP3 players, but not with an iPhone or iPod. For those you can use the 3mm analog audio-in jack next to the USB port

iPhone integration is actually standard now. You use a Y adapter (included) and interface via idrive.

abliebowitz · 03-26-2011, 07:21 AM

Where is the y adapter included? I'm trying to figure out how to use my iPhone/iPod.

MA78 · 03-26-2011, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by abliebowitz

Where is the y adapter included? I'm trying to figure out how to use my iPhone/iPod.

In the US, the Y adapter is standard. Your CA should have given it to you with your keys and manual. It's free. Don't let them try to charge you for it.

Lotus7 · 03-26-2011, 10:29 AM

BMW No. 61120440812 iPod Adapter

Nahoa · 03-26-2011, 02:17 PM

Hmm, I didn't get a y-adapter. Maybe 'cause I got the Smartphone Integration?

MA78 · 03-26-2011, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nahoa

Hmm, I didn't get a y-adapter. Maybe 'cause I got the Smartphone Integration?

Bingo!

sfax · 03-26-2011, 02:48 PM

You get album artwork when playing from a flash drive but if you import the same files you don't see the artwork when playing from the internal HDD. Lame.

Nahoa · 03-26-2011, 02:50 PM

Das stimmt Unglaublich.

03-25-2011, 12:52 PM	#1
ttse Registered 3 Rep 3 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 2.8i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	USB Inlets in the glove box? I just got my X3 2.8i yesterday - AWESOME drive!!! I have a question though - I see there is a USB inlet for ipod in the center console but I don't have one inside the glove box.... I am just wondering if the USB inlet inside the glove box is an option thing that comes with optional package or should it be a standard device that comes with all X3 sold in USA... If it is a standard one... then I have a problem since something is missing!!!
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

03-25-2011, 01:05 PM	#3
ttse Registered 3 Rep 3 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 2.8i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	Thx!!! The BMW site has to be more clear on what comes or what not with each of their options.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-25-2011, 05:06 PM	#4
jaymk5 Bheem (Powerful and Fearful) 7 Rep 212 Posts Drives: "OnOrder" BMW X3 35i SpaceGray Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Plymouth, MN, USA iTrader: (0)	So this brings me the next question, so the people with nav package, get 2 usb inlets ? like one on the glove box and another on the center console, just trying to understand what comes and what not...bcos these things are not clearly mentioned anywhere.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-25-2011, 06:00 PM	#6
kozzi Pygocentrus Piraya 927 Rep 1,008 Posts Drives: 2021 BMW X3MC Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (0) Garage List 2021 BMW X3MC [10.00]	Both USB ports connect to the 12gig hard drive. Someone needs to follow those cords and find out where they are hiding that drive Would be sweet if that could be changed to something much larger...someone will eventually figure it out. __________________ kozzi 2021 BMW X3MC Donington Grey Metallic / Sakhir Orange & Black Extended Merino Leather / Aluminum Carbon Structure
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-25-2011, 06:03 PM	#7
flash3 Captain 68 Rep 654 Posts Drives: X3 28i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NC iTrader: (0)	This has been prob asked before but i can't recall so please forgive me. For those of us not getting the tech nor nav options, what can we do with the USB port in the car?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-26-2011, 07:21 AM	#16
abliebowitz New Member 1 Rep 28 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW X3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Melville, NY iTrader: (0)	Where is the y adapter included? I'm trying to figure out how to use my iPhone/iPod.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-26-2011, 10:29 AM	#18
Lotus7 Major 66 Rep 1,041 Posts Drives: xxxx Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: xxxx iTrader: (0)	BMW No. 61120440812 iPod Adapter Attached Images
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-26-2011, 02:17 PM	#19
Nahoa Lieutenant Colonel 45 Rep 1,876 Posts Drives: F25 35i Mineral Silver/Black Join Date: May 2008 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Hmm, I didn't get a y-adapter. Maybe 'cause I got the Smartphone Integration? __________________
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-26-2011, 02:48 PM	#21
sfax Brigadier General 91 Rep 3,855 Posts Drives: BMW X3 2011 F25 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Berkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	You get album artwork when playing from a flash drive but if you import the same files you don't see the artwork when playing from the internal HDD. Lame. __________________ F25 xDrive20d SE __ professional multimedia package \| dynamic package \| climate package \| 309s \| xline \| xenons \| electric seats \| folding mirrors \| business speakers
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-26-2011, 02:50 PM	#22
Nahoa Lieutenant Colonel 45 Rep 1,876 Posts Drives: F25 35i Mineral Silver/Black Join Date: May 2008 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Das stimmt Unglaublich. __________________
	Appreciate 0 Quote