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malikX6 · 11-29-2008, 04:38 PM

When I pig my iPod to USB in my X6, I dont get the names of all songs, instead I get 4 or 5 random letters (e.g hjfs), I used different iPods with same result. I wounder how can I solve this problem?

Anteater · 11-29-2008, 05:02 PM

Sounds strange. What type of iPod are you using? I have a Nano which works perfectly and shows all playlists and artists/titles. I did have a 2nd Generation iPod which did not work however..... I'm assuming you are using the BMW supplied 'Y Cable'? Also - are you using English (or at least the same) menu's on both the iDrive and the iPod?

Cheers, Anteater

rockmed · 11-30-2008, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by malikX6

When I pig my iPod to USB in my X6, I dont get the names of all songs, instead I get 4 or 5 random letters (e.g hjfs), I used different iPods with same result. I wounder how can I solve this problem?

Ask your dealer for the Y-Cable as I don't think it comes standard in Saudi Arabia. If they don't have it just buy it online; part number is 61120440796.

dmlgc · 11-30-2008, 05:56 PM

I am using my first gen iPod (was wondering what I was going to do with it) with Y cable works fine.

branko · 12-01-2008, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by rockmed

Ask your dealer for the Y-Cable as I don't think it comes standard in Saudi Arabia. If they don't have it just buy it online; part number is 61120440796.

The Y-cable will solve it, agree...

malikX6 · 12-01-2008, 04:39 PM

I think I need to get Y cable as I am using a normal USB cable now

xDrive50i · 12-01-2008, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by malikX6

I think I need to get Y cable as I am using a normal USB cable now

A standard USB cable will give you direct access to the files on the iPod/iPhone. Basically, the iPod/iPhone looks to the iDrive system as if it was a memory storage device (the same as a USB memory stick). If you use the Y cable, the little 'black' box in the cable converts the iDrive control commands sent via the USB interface into serial data to control the iPod/iPhone.

Implanted · 12-02-2008, 04:14 PM

Say me, pls, "Premium Sound Pack." includes Y-cable in US cars?

Anteater · 12-02-2008, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Implanted

Say me, pls, "Premium Sound Pack." includes Y-cable in US cars?

Yes - iPod and USB adaptor comes with the Premium Sound Package in the US.

Cheers, Anteater

chuck92103 · 12-02-2008, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by malikX6

I think I need to get Y cable as I am using a normal USB cable now

Correct. Saudi's only get the Y cable if oil is under $50 per barrel.

You got your truck when oil was still $75. As oil goes up, BMW takes more parts of the X6's destine for the middle east.

Implanted · 12-02-2008, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by chuck92103

Correct. Saudi's only get the Y cable if oil is under $50 per barrel.

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xDrive50i · 12-03-2008, 03:02 PM

Hahaha Chuck... you got that right

xDrive50i · 12-03-2008, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Anteater

Yes - iPod and USB adaptor comes with the Premium Sound Package in the US.

Cheers, Anteater

I think you mean iPod to USB adapter comes with the Premium Sound Package... last time I checked, you don't get a 'free' iPod with the purchase of a car, well, maybe they should

Anteater · 12-03-2008, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by xDrive50i

I think you mean iPod to USB adapter comes with the Premium Sound Package... last time I checked, you don't get a 'free' iPod with the purchase of a car, well, maybe they should

I think you are right! Maybe I should have just said the iPod adapter comes with the Premium Sound Package and been done with it....!

Cheers, Anteater

malikX6 · 12-04-2008, 04:58 PM

I got my Y cable today, things are different now,, I have a full control of my iPod, than you all for your Help .

xDrive50i · 12-04-2008, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by malikX6

I got my Y cable today, things are different now,, I have a full control of my iPod, than you all for your Help .

Great to hear it resolved your issue

chuck92103 · 12-05-2008, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by malikX6

I got my Y cable today, things are different now,, I have a full control of my iPod, than you all for your Help .

Cool. Enjoy!

janlu · 01-12-2009, 03:59 PM

I have my iPod video, connected to my car via the cable the dealer installed. I can control the ipod thru the iDrive system, but it does it as if it was the 6-disc changer, cd2 gets me the artist list but it only displays 25% of the whole list I have. On the center console it doesn´t have a USB interface. How can I view and listen to all my artist?

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malikX6 Registered Drives: X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Posts: 3 iTrader: (0)	Problem solved with Y cable I got my Y cable today, things are different now,, I have a full control of my iPod, than you all for your Help .

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janlu Registered Drives: x6 xDrive35i Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	ipod on x6 I have my iPod video, connected to my car via the cable the dealer installed. I can control the ipod thru the iDrive system, but it does it as if it was the 6-disc changer, cd2 gets me the artist list but it only displays 25% of the whole list I have. On the center console it doesn´t have a USB interface. How can I view and listen to all my artist?

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11-29-2008, 05:02 PM	#2
Anteater An Englishman in Chicago...... Drives: VR X6 35i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Frankfort IL Posts: 128 iTrader: (0)	Sounds strange. What type of iPod are you using? I have a Nano which works perfectly and shows all playlists and artists/titles. I did have a 2nd Generation iPod which did not work however..... I'm assuming you are using the BMW supplied 'Y Cable'? Also - are you using English (or at least the same) menu's on both the iDrive and the iPod? Cheers, Anteater

11-30-2008, 05:56 PM	#4
dmlgc Lieutenant Colonel Drives: X6 50i/335D Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Los Gatos Posts: 1,785 iTrader: (0)	I am using my first gen iPod (was wondering what I was going to do with it) with Y cable works fine.

12-01-2008, 04:39 PM	#6
malikX6 Registered Drives: X6 50i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Posts: 3 iTrader: (0)	I think I need to get Y cable as I am using a normal USB cable now

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Implanted New Member Drives: A6 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: exUSSR Posts: 10 iTrader: (0)	Say me, pls, "Premium Sound Pack." includes Y-cable in US cars?