BMW 7 Series: Introduction

As in all other BMW models, the operating and control concept of the new BMW 7 Series F01/F02 is based on clear and optimum structuring of the cockpit. Fewer switches simplify logical operation. The display, indicator and control elements are organized in a hierarchical arrangement corresponding to their function.

This product information covers exclusively the following topics:

• Instrument cluster and
• Central Information Display, CID.

NOTE: All other display systems such as "Head-Up Display", "Night Vision 2", "Connected Service" and "Personal Profile" are described in detail in separate sections of this course's reference material.

Display, Operating and Control Concept

With the new BMW 7 Series F01/F02, a new operating and control concept is being introduced at BMW. In addition to the main menu, there is an arrangement of four direct access buttons, a Back button and an Option button in the immediate vicinity of the controller.

Fig. 1: Display Operating And Control Concept Of BMW7 Series F01/F02

OPERATING AND CONTROL CONCEPT OF BMW7 SERIES REFERENCE CHART

1. Head-up display (HUD)
2. Instrument cluster
3. Central Information Display (CID)
4. Favorite buttons for individual assignment
5. Controller
6. Gear selector switch (GWS)
7. Steering column stalk/steering wheel
8. Operating unit for driver assistance systems (BEFAS)

Instrument Cluster

The instrument cluster is a new development. It has four analog needle instruments based on full-surface Black Panel technology.

With this display technology, the symbols of the individual functions only become visible when the ignition is switched on.

At first glance, the instrument cluster appears as a black surface, without an arrangement of digits and different-colored function symbols.

The two large dials show the road speed and engine speed.

The two small dials indicate the fuel level on the left-hand side and the oil temperature on the right-hand side.

Most of the indicator lamps arranged are in the center, at the top between the two large dials and above the two small dials.

A permanent background image in orange gives the instrument cluster a certain 3D representation. The TFT display is located in the lower part of the instrument cluster, in the center between the two small dials. The display for the Entertainment mode is located on the right-hand side of the display; the Navigation display is in the center; and the display for Check Control messages is on the left.

Fig. 2: Display BMW7 Series Instrument Cluster

Central Information Display (CID)

The Central Information Display, CID, is a further development of the CID already used in BMW models.

The new BMW 7 Series F01/F02 features very similar software as used in the CID installed in the BMW 3 Series with a CIC.

As on all new BMW models, the system is operated by means of the central control element, the controller.

Fig. 3: Display Telephone

The is an operating unit for the following functions:

• CD/Multimedia
• Radio
• Telephone
• Navigation
• Contacts
• BMW Assist
• Vehicle Info (Owner's Manual)
• Settings

Personal Profile

The "Personal Profile" systems allows the driver to set several functions in the BMW 7 Series F01/F02 to suit his/her personal requirements.

Personal Profile stores the data entered by the driver such as automatic setting of the outside mirrors or speed-dependent volume in the corresponding control units.

As soon as the vehicle is unlocked using the identification transmitter, the system recognizes the corresponding settings belonging to the identification transmitter.

Up to three different basic settings can be adapted for three different persons. The precondition is that each of the three persons has his/her own identification transmitter.

Controls on the Steering Wheel

There are blocks of buttons in the steering wheel on the left and right.

The controls for the cruise control function are located on the left-hand side of the steering wheel.

The controls for operation of the radio and telephone functions are on the right.

Fig. 4: Identifying Controls On Steering Wheel

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS REFERENCE CHART

1. Set button, Save speed
2. Reduce distance button
3. Toggle switch + - Change speed
4. Increase distance button
5. Enable/disable, interrupt DCC/ACC
6. Resume/call-up stored speed button
7. Knurled wheel Select radio station
8. MODE button Switch audio sources
9. Toggle switch + Change volume
10. Toggle switch - Change volume
11. Hands-free button
12. Telephone button

Controller

The operating and control concept of the controller on the F01/F02 has been extended to include a number of toggle switches that can be a great advantage for menu guidance.

In addition to a possibility to open the main menu in the CID, an arrangement of toggle switches for the most important menu items in the main menu is located in the immediate vicinity of the controller.

Fig. 5: Identifying Center Console On BMW7 Series F01/F02

BMW7 SERIES CENTER CONSOLE REFERENCE CHART

1. CD toggle switch
2. Main Menu toggle switch
3. Telephone toggle switch
4. Navigation toggle switch
5. Controller
6. Radio toggle switch
7. Option toggle switch
8. Back toggle switch
9. Parking brake, automatic
10. PDC button
11. Side View button
12. Parking brake, electrical
13. Driving dynamics switch, DSC button
14. Gear selector lever

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