List of I-Drive Voice Commands

Dark_Sub_Rosa · 06-27-2008, 07:11 PM

Has anyone had any trouble with the iDrive understanding you. I have never had any luck with any voice command stuff. Just curious before my car comes in.

RobVe · 07-02-2008, 08:29 AM

So far it's not too bad. For me though it's waiting for the prompts I have trouble with. I'm a little too fast.

Robert Papier · 03-08-2009, 02:12 PM

Hi, i am a new member and i am looking for some advice.

I am trying to enter a destination in my Sat Nav from my Address Book using voice commands and no matter what i try i can not seem to succeed.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Regards,

Robert

ncoig · 03-09-2009, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert Papier

Hi, i am a new member and i am looking for some advice.

I am trying to enter a destination in my Sat Nav from my Address Book using voice commands and no matter what i try i can not seem to succeed.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Regards,

Robert

Year? Model? Nav type?

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Robert Papier · 03-12-2009, 02:18 PM

Sorry been away off line for a couple of days.

I have a 2007 325 Convertable.

Professional addition sat nav

Regards,

Robert

ncoig · 03-13-2009, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert Papier

Sorry been away off line for a couple of days.

I have a 2007 325 Convertable.

Professional addition sat nav

Regards,

Robert

OK, now I see you're in the UK - I think our systems here are different - I had/have the "professional" system, bu I don't know what "addition" means.

In any event, to add an address by voice commands, I would use the command, "ENTER ADDRESS", then the system would guide by voice prompt to enter the STATE, CITY, STREET, etc. on it's own.

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Robert Papier · 03-13-2009, 05:54 PM

Thanks fo the response.

Yes i'm in the UK.

My problem is not entering address, the system works the same over here although the headings (state etc.) are different.

My problem is that once in the address book i can't seem to sellect the address as my destination.

Regards,

Robert

PS my post had a typo it should have said 'Professional Edition' not 'Professional Addition'. Sorry about that.

ncoig · 03-13-2009, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert Papier

Thanks fo the response.
My problem is that once in the address book i can't seem to sellect the address as my destination.

Have you tried the command, "FROM ADDRESS BOOK"?

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Robert Papier · 03-15-2009, 07:17 AM

Thank you for the suggestion.

I have now tried 'From Address Book' and the system than comes back to me with 'Enter Destination Via Address Book'. So far so good but unfortunately it is downhill from this point.

For this example I am using an address titled 'Fast Lane', however i have tried other entries in my address book.

So I have tried saying the following with success
1. Fast Lane
2. From Address Book Fast Lane
3. Fast Lane From Address Book
4. Via Address Book Fast Lane
5. Fast Lane Via Address Book
6. Fast Lane Enter Via Address Book
7. Enter Via Address Book Fast Lane

So at that stage in need to resort to taking my hand of the wheel and selecting Fast Lane via the control.

Any advice gratefully received.

Robert

ncoig · 03-16-2009, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert Papier

So I have tried saying the following with success
1. Fast Lane
2. From Address Book Fast Lane
3. Fast Lane From Address Book
4. Via Address Book Fast Lane
5. Fast Lane Via Address Book
6. Fast Lane Enter Via Address Book
7. Enter Via Address Book Fast Lane

So at that stage in need to resort to taking my hand of the wheel and selecting Fast Lane via the control.

If you have "FAST LANE" selected, then use the command, "START GUIDANCE" while the "FAST LANE" is highlighted.

Maybe?

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Robert Papier · 03-21-2009, 04:26 AM

The problem is that i have the Address Book sellected but can't seem to sellect an address (Fast Lane).

The only way that i can make it work is to manually sellect Fast Lane, then i can say "Start Guidence" and it will start the journey calculation.

Regards,

Robert

Crisp · 03-26-2009, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert Papier

Thank you for the suggestion.

I have now tried 'From Address Book' and the system than comes back to me with 'Enter Destination Via Address Book'. So far so good but unfortunately it is downhill from this point.

For this example I am using an address titled 'Fast Lane', however i have tried other entries in my address book.

So I have tried saying the following with success
1. Fast Lane
2. From Address Book Fast Lane
3. Fast Lane From Address Book
4. Via Address Book Fast Lane
5. Fast Lane Via Address Book
6. Fast Lane Enter Via Address Book
7. Enter Via Address Book Fast Lane

So at that stage in need to resort to taking my hand of the wheel and selecting Fast Lane via the control.

Any advice gratefully received.

Robert

I'm guessing this is a "Contact".

Say "Contacts"
Then "My contacts"
Then "Fast Lane"

ncoig · 03-27-2009, 02:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert Papier

The problem is that i have the Address Book sellected but can't seem to sellect an address (Fast Lane).

The only way that i can make it work is to manually sellect Fast Lane, then i can say "Start Guidence" and it will start the journey calculation.

Regards,

Robert

Selecting the "number" of the entry doesn't work? I know it does on the LCI, but not sure of the older version. May be worth a shot?

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SteveMD · 04-06-2009, 01:30 PM

This needs to be updated/ammended for the new iDrive. A lot of the commands have changed.

Nomad · 04-07-2009, 09:02 AM

^ AGREED!!!!

ncoig · 04-07-2009, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nomad

^ AGREED!!!!

Sounds like we have two very apt volunteers for the job!

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Nomad · 04-07-2009, 02:51 PM

If I knew what to say I would be happy to volunteer...ha
I have barely 500miles on mine still figuring everything else out too...ha

bossman335I · 05-03-2009, 09:15 PM

Thanks for the info.

blue2fire · 05-03-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bossman335I

Thanks for the info.

Damn, are you for real?

markjord · 08-27-2009, 06:12 AM

Hi
I'd really like to get this list having just bough a 2007 M3 but when I click on the link it says "file not found". Can anyone help please?
Thanks, Mark

DavidJ_d.jervis@bmwofmiss · 11-30-2009, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CMD

I made a list of voice commands, which I've attached, for those of you with iDrive. It's a bit easier to read than having to pull out the Owner's Manual and flipping to the right pages. I hope you find it useful.

What year and model is your car?

jbsm · 03-04-2010, 03:57 AM

Hi all!

This is my first post - I am about to become a proud owner of a 2006 E91 325D, with Navi prof.

I am importing it from Germany because I have a fully equiped car and spare quite a lot since the tax in Denmark is totally insane (180%

).

Anyway, my question is about voice activated commands. I am looking at a car which has the button on the steering wheel, but not next to the "Menu" button behind the I-drive controller. Does it then have all the voice activated commands just like it has when it has that button?

Thanks for the help.

Jorge

06-27-2008, 07:11 PM	#89
Dark_Sub_Rosa Captain 14 Rep 673 Posts Drives: Not sure Join Date: May 2008 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (0)	Has anyone had any trouble with the iDrive understanding you. I have never had any luck with any voice command stuff. Just curious before my car comes in. __________________ R.I.P. Rolf..Ich vermisse dich
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07-02-2008, 08:29 AM	#90
RobVe Private First Class 10 Rep 100 Posts Drives: 2008 X3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	So far it's not too bad. For me though it's waiting for the prompts I have trouble with. I'm a little too fast.
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03-08-2009, 02:12 PM	#91
Robert Papier New Member 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 325 Convertable Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Advice Please Hi, i am a new member and i am looking for some advice. I am trying to enter a destination in my Sat Nav from my Address Book using voice commands and no matter what i try i can not seem to succeed. Any advice would be appreciated. Regards, Robert
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03-12-2009, 02:18 PM	#93
Robert Papier New Member 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 325 Convertable Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Sorry been away off line for a couple of days. I have a 2007 325 Convertable. Professional addition sat nav Regards, Robert
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03-13-2009, 05:54 PM	#95
Robert Papier New Member 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 325 Convertable Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Thanks fo the response. Yes i'm in the UK. My problem is not entering address, the system works the same over here although the headings (state etc.) are different. My problem is that once in the address book i can't seem to sellect the address as my destination. Regards, Robert PS my post had a typo it should have said 'Professional Edition' not 'Professional Addition'. Sorry about that.
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03-15-2009, 07:17 AM	#97
Robert Papier New Member 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 325 Convertable Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Thank you for the suggestion. I have now tried 'From Address Book' and the system than comes back to me with 'Enter Destination Via Address Book'. So far so good but unfortunately it is downhill from this point. For this example I am using an address titled 'Fast Lane', however i have tried other entries in my address book. So I have tried saying the following with success 1. Fast Lane 2. From Address Book Fast Lane 3. Fast Lane From Address Book 4. Via Address Book Fast Lane 5. Fast Lane Via Address Book 6. Fast Lane Enter Via Address Book 7. Enter Via Address Book Fast Lane So at that stage in need to resort to taking my hand of the wheel and selecting Fast Lane via the control. Any advice gratefully received. Robert
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03-21-2009, 04:26 AM	#99
Robert Papier New Member 1 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 325 Convertable Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London iTrader: (0)	The problem is that i have the Address Book sellected but can't seem to sellect an address (Fast Lane). The only way that i can make it work is to manually sellect Fast Lane, then i can say "Start Guidence" and it will start the journey calculation. Regards, Robert
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04-06-2009, 01:30 PM	#102
SteveMD Colonel 201 Rep 2,485 Posts Drives: 2016 F10 535i MSport Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Raventown! iTrader: (3)	This needs to be updated/ammended for the new iDrive. A lot of the commands have changed. __________________ 2006 E90 330i (retired) 2009 E90 335i (retired) 2012 E70 X5 50i M Sport (retired) 2016 F10 535i M Sport
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04-07-2009, 09:02 AM	#103
Nomad Why Ask Why?! 24 Rep 405 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335xi Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	^ AGREED!!!! __________________ 2009 335xi E90 \|\|Space Gray\|Black Leather\|Alum Trim/Pedals\|Cold,Sport,Prem Packages\|18" Wheels\|Paddles\|IPOD/USB\|Smartphone\|Park Assist\|Nav/HD/Sirius\|Comfort Access\|Logic 7\|20% Tint\|Escort 9500xi\|\|
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04-07-2009, 02:51 PM	#105
Nomad Why Ask Why?! 24 Rep 405 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335xi Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	If I knew what to say I would be happy to volunteer...ha I have barely 500miles on mine still figuring everything else out too...ha __________________ 2009 335xi E90 \|\|Space Gray\|Black Leather\|Alum Trim/Pedals\|Cold,Sport,Prem Packages\|18" Wheels\|Paddles\|IPOD/USB\|Smartphone\|Park Assist\|Nav/HD/Sirius\|Comfort Access\|Logic 7\|20% Tint\|Escort 9500xi\|\|
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05-03-2009, 09:15 PM	#106
bossman335I Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: 335I Sedan Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the info.
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08-27-2009, 06:12 AM	#108
markjord Second Lieutenant 37 Rep 288 Posts Drives: M3 E92 2007 Jerez Black Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Wellingborough iTrader: (0)	Can't find the files Hi I'd really like to get this list having just bough a 2007 M3 but when I click on the link it says "file not found". Can anyone help please? Thanks, Mark
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03-04-2010, 03:57 AM	#110
jbsm Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: E91 325D, manual, navi prof Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Denmark iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 325D [0.00]	E91 from 2006 does not have button next to I-drive Hi all! This is my first post - I am about to become a proud owner of a 2006 E91 325D, with Navi prof. I am importing it from Germany because I have a fully equiped car and spare quite a lot since the tax in Denmark is totally insane (180% ). Anyway, my question is about voice activated commands. I am looking at a car which has the button on the steering wheel, but not next to the "Menu" button behind the I-drive controller. Does it then have all the voice activated commands just like it has when it has that button? Thanks for the help. Jorge
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