E46 radio and clock setting.

[ron9621]

Guys, anybody know how to adjust the clock on this car? Also I think this questions has been ask before but not sure in which sections! How do you set the frequency on the radio? Mine is the Japan spec 320I therefore the transmitter frequency is very low only from 79 to 89 mhz. Is there any chance to reset them or I have to install a new ones?The originals one have this Business card HD so I don't want to remove them actually.Any suggestions.

 

[affan66]

i can't remember how to do the radio. I think you need to press the 'm' button for 10 seconds and then I forgot what to do. u need to change to "Area Europe"

For the clock - press your BC button until the clock appears on the dash display. Then twist the right side jutting button (there are two on the dash display) clockwise or counterclockwise. the left button is to reset the Odometer.

btw, you can download the owner's manual online. I found it from there.

 

[ron9621]

affan66, could you please tell from which website, I have been trying but not much help I get.

 

[alxy]

Here you go bro...

http://www.analogstereo.com/bmw_3_owners_manual.htm

 

[affan66]

for the radio frequency change, refer here:
http://www.bioneural.net/2007/08/03/singing-the-internets-praises/ which i got from guess where? bmwclubmalaysia in this thread: http://www.bmwclubmalaysia.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-9281.html

 

[afifazhanee]

Switch your ignition on, terus on the radio, once radio is on, terus tekan the "M" button for a long time until the HU's serial number appears. Use the +/- or key to browse, can't remember which one is which one. Browse until you see "AREA" menu appears, choose the one with Oceanic or UK area should be fine, not JAPAN area. After that just switch off the radio. Hope it helps. Some Japan spec radio can't do this function.

 

[izuaff]

try typing " radio frequency" in this website search field

 

[affan66]

e90/e60 cars won't work with the above method as well as pre-2001 cars too. e90/e60 radios can be adjusted using Modic and similar equipment.

 

[The Lair]

Gosh! To think of all those who chucked out their Businees CD's for an aftermarket head units,LOL!. I myself almost dumped RM150 to a shop that claimed to be able to "reprogram using special software" to have my frequency corrected. Dig this simple DIY step-by-step taken from Bimmersport.co.nz. Happy "reprogramming"! :-

Here's a useful 'How to' for BMW fans:

HOW TO CHANGE JAPAN RADIOS TO NZ FREQUENCIES - WITHOUT A BAND EXPANDER

Factory fitted BMW radios from around 2000 onwards have a 'world tuner' inside them. The same radio can be used anywhere in the world.

The radio can be programmed to operate in JAPAN mode (FM = 70-90), or in OCEANIA or EUROPE mode (FM=87.5-108).
They also do a USA and CANADA mode but that's not useful here in NZ.

BMWs imported from Japan have their radios set to JAPAN mode (wonder why?)

These can be readily re-programmed to NZ frequencies as follows:

1. Switch on radio
2. Within 10 seconds, press and hold down the 'm' button until the serial number appears (takes around 10secs) to enter the radio's service menu.
3. Use the + or - buttons to cycle through the menu settings until you see AREA JAPAN or just JAPAN (varies a bit depending on radio)
4. Use the 1...6 buttons to select either OCEANIA (or OCE) or EUROPE - both are valid settings for New Zealand - see below for differences.
5. Switch radio off to store the change

Voila! Your radio has now bee reprogrammed to receive NZ FM frequencies!
Also, the cool RDS features will now be available.

Differences between OCEANIA and EUROPE modes on an E46 Business RDS radio (other radios may vary slightly):

a) EUROPE has LW, MW and FM. OCEANIA has AM and FM only.

b) OCEANIA shows ST for a FM stereo station; EUROPE doesn't show anything for stereo or mono FM stations.

c) EUROPE has the softkeys set to RDS and TP; OCEANIA has RDS and PTY

Which ever one you choose - OCEANIA or EUROPE - is up to you, they both work.

(http://www.bimmersport.co.nz/forums/index.php?act=idx)

Note: Both Oceania and Europe modes work in Malaysia

 

[affan66]

unfortunately, my ride comes with a Business MD. Duh.... itchy to throw that out for an aftermarket. but this has to wait...

 

[The Lair]

Huh? Who in this world still uses MD? Go figure! Don't angry hehe...

 

[ron9621]

Mine Has the same, so it's pitty to remove and install other unit. Hope it will work with what you guys told me.

 

[ron9621]

I almost fall into the trap off re-programing the radio frequency, a shop ask fo rm450 said to be able re-programe my radio frequency as he told me that some software to be install. Lucky we have the sifu's here that able to advice soon. Cheers guys.

 

[haywire]

This is the thread with the complete list of the frequency fix for other type of radio unit

http://www.bmwclubmalaysia.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33552