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CON: Controller

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There are 7 fixed selector keys arranged around the new controller. These selector keys now enable selection of half of all the sub-menus.

The following sub-menus can still be selected only from the main menu:

Index Explanation
1 Controller (CON)
2 Radio selector key
3 CD/multimedia selector key
4 Main menu selector key
5 Telephone selector key
6 Navigation selector key
7 "Options" selector key
8 "Back" selector key

When pressed, the "Back" button returns the user to the last screen mask. The "Option" button enables other settings in the last selected sub-menu.

The selector keys are used now instead of pushing the controller for a longer period in a certain direction.

A small switch block is electrically connected at the controller. Depending on the options fitted, the switch block contains the controls for the Park Distance Control (PDC = parking aid) as well as for the bumper camera. The signals are placed by the controller (CON) on the K-CAN.

Fig 2: Controller (CON) - Circuit Diagram
G09841524Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Index Explanation
1 Controller (CON)
2 10-pin plug connection
3 Control button for Park Distance Control (parking aid) or reversing camera
4 Control for bumper camera