Central information display

With certain optional equipment (for example Radio MINI Visual Boost or navigation system), the vehicle is equipped with a Central Information Display (CID). In that case, a CCC or CHAMP is installed.

The CID is 6.5 inches high. The resolution is 640 x 240 pixels with 16-bit color depth (as of 08/2010 800 x 480 pixels). The Central Information Display (CID) and the central instrument panel are inserted in one another and installed together in the dashboard.

The central instrument panel is connected via a local data bus at the auxiliary instrument (KOMBI2) on the steering column.

Fig 1: Display - Central Information Screen

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The Central Information Display is connected to the headunit via an LVDS data line. The CID is also connected to the K-CAN. The LVDS data line consists of 4 individual lines and shielding (formerly 8 lines and shielding).

Fig 2: Identifying Central Information Display Plug Connection

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The CID contains a phototransistor for brightness control of the LC display (depending on the ambient brightness). The LC display is heated.