Bluetooth streaming Audio?

Someone? · 05-22-2013, 10:10 AM

I have a 2011 e92, it has Bluetooth but doesnt have the Streaming Bluetooth Audio, my question is, is there a System upgrade so i can have the Bluetooth audio? seems like it shouldn't a difficult software upgrade, but i dont know.

Thanks

THE TECH · 05-22-2013, 10:28 AM

Your car will require a combox upgrade. There is no software upgrade to get streaming audio as your current unit cannot do it.

Someone? · 05-22-2013, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THE TECH

Your car will require a combox upgrade. There is no software upgrade to get streaming audio as your current unit cannot do it.

Is that something easy to do? any idea the cost of that Combox box.

Thanks

THE TECH · 05-22-2013, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibmike

Is that something easy to do? any idea the cost of that Combox box.

Thanks

Since I don't know your skill level, I cannot say how "easy" it will be for you.

We sell the Combox retrofits so if you're interested, just shoot me a PM!

BPMSport · 05-23-2013, 02:10 PM

Combox is pretty easy to install with our supplied plug and play retrofit harness. Takes under an hour with no wire splicing/cutting, etc.

mjposner · 05-24-2013, 06:33 AM

What is the total cost for the combox plus coding?

THE TECH · 05-24-2013, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjposner

What is the total cost for the combox plus coding?

PM on the way!

a.wang · 05-28-2013, 12:57 PM

I'd like a quote as well, Bluetooth Streaming is far too convenient sometimes. Plus, my aux jack is having connection problems (lots of whirring and static sounds, not sure if that can be fixed under warranty or something).

THE TECH · 05-28-2013, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by awong

I'd like a quote as well, Bluetooth Streaming is far too convenient sometimes. Plus, my aux jack is having connection problems (lots of whirring and static sounds, not sure if that can be fixed under warranty or something).

PM on the way!

Z K · 05-28-2013, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by awong

I'd like a quote as well, Bluetooth Streaming is far too convenient sometimes. Plus, my aux jack is having connection problems (lots of whirring and static sounds, not sure if that can be fixed under warranty or something).

Most of the time that is caused by electrical interference on the cable. If you are using a generic cable, try using a shielded aux-in cable.

momo3605 · 05-28-2013, 06:06 PM

Can you shoot me a pm as well? I have a 2010 with bluetooth phone and CIC with the newer navi.

Will this update also give the newer interface, with the fancy flips and swivels when changing pages?

a.wang · 05-30-2013, 01:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z K

Most of the time that is caused by electrical interference on the cable. If you are using a generic cable, try using a shielded aux-in cable.

Huh, that may very well be it. I'll definitely get one off amazon to make sure thats it, can't believe I've been dealing with it for months only to find out its such a simple fix haha.

Thanks a lot! Saved me a trip to the dealer for a stupid reason.

Technic · 05-30-2013, 06:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by momo3605

Can you shoot me a pm as well? I have a 2010 with bluetooth phone and CIC with the newer navi.

Will this update also give the newer interface, with the fancy flips and swivels when changing pages?

No.

THE TECH · 05-30-2013, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by momo3605

Can you shoot me a pm as well? I have a 2010 with bluetooth phone and CIC with the newer navi.

Will this update also give the newer interface, with the fancy flips and swivels when changing pages?

PM on the way!

Z K · 05-30-2013, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by awong

Huh, that may very well be it. I'll definitely get one off amazon to make sure thats it, can't believe I've been dealing with it for months only to find out its such a simple fix haha.

Thanks a lot! Saved me a trip to the dealer for a stupid reason.

They sell these cables everywhere. If you have a Best Buy, Target or Radio Shack nearby, you can pick one up easily. Just make sure it says it is shielded. There's lots of fancy looking cables with gold plating that aren't shielded.

bmwretrofit · 05-31-2013, 02:25 PM

If anyone is still interested in a Combox, you're welcome to take a look at the following product page: http://bimmerretrofit.com/store/inde...&product_id=94

If you're not sure which PNP cables you need, just send me an email with your VIN (vehicle identification number).

Kate
info@bimmerretrofit.com

zeeman335 · 05-31-2013, 03:00 PM

Question:

what has better sound quality...iphone usb wire or bluetooth audio. I suspect the iphone usb will be much better for sound quality.

alee0729 · 05-31-2013, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zeeman335

what has better sound quality...iphone usb wire or bluetooth audio. I suspect the iphone usb will be much better for sound quality.

Definitely wired. Bluetooth A2DP doesn't have the bandwidth to support that kind of music fidelity. It's acceptable, but it won't take an audiophile to hear the difference between the two.

aussiem3 · 05-31-2013, 06:55 PM

To me BT audio is a convenience but a waste of time in terms of quality of the music and the lack of controls.

zeeman335 · 06-02-2013, 10:09 AM

I bought enhanced premium sound for a reason, using the iphone/ipod wire it is!

beamer786 · 06-13-2013, 11:40 PM

I'm interested in a quote too for the Combox retrofit! I have a 2009 M3 with navi and bluetooth but I think iDrive software might be old.

howardwasp · 08-09-2013, 10:13 PM

mine is 2008 e90, it also has Bluetooth but doesn't have the Streaming Bluetooth Audio. Can I get a quote for the module as well

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