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MR12volt High-End Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto MOST Interface – BMW NBT EVO ID5 / ID6 – P3000-BMEV

Bring your BMW or MINI NBT EVO infotainment system fully up to date with the MR12volt P3000-BMEV Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto interface.

Designed for compatible BMW NBT EVO ID5 and ID6 systems with the 1.5 DIN EVO head unit, MR12volt adds Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto, Bluetooth audio, camera support and advanced DSP tuning while retaining the original factory display, iDrive controller, amplifier and vehicle functions.

Unlike many aftermarket CarPlay solutions that use the vehicle's AUX input, MR12volt integrates directly through the MOST fibre optic network.

This provides a digital audio path with no AUX connection required, helping preserve the performance and sound quality of the original BMW audio system.

Factory Upgrade – Not a Screen Replacement

The MR12volt P3000-BMEV is designed to work with the equipment already fitted to the vehicle.

It does not replace the factory screen or head unit.

Your original:

• BMW display
• NBT EVO system
• iDrive controller
• Factory amplifier
• Steering wheel controls
• Parking sensor display
• Climate display
• Vehicle menus

remain in place.

MR12volt simply adds modern smartphone connectivity to the existing infotainment architecture.

For owners who want Apple CarPlay and Android Auto without changing the appearance of the dashboard, this provides a much more OEM-style solution than an aftermarket replacement screen.

Why Upgrade Your BMW NBT EVO System?

BMW's later F-Series and early G-Series infotainment systems still feel relatively modern, but smartphone functionality can be limited depending on vehicle specification and production year.

Android Auto was not offered on many of these vehicles, while Apple CarPlay may also be missing from earlier or lower-spec installations.

MR12volt addresses this by adding:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• Wireless Android Auto
• Wired Apple CarPlay
• Wired Android Auto
• Wireless MirrorLink
• Bluetooth audio streaming
• Handsfree calling
• Camera inputs
• 15-band DSP equalisation

All while retaining the original NBT EVO interface.

Key Features

• MR12volt P3000-BMEV
• Designed for BMW NBT EVO ID5 / ID6
• Compatible with 1.5 DIN EVO head units
• Wireless Apple CarPlay
• Wired Apple CarPlay
• Wireless Android Auto
• Wired Android Auto
• Direct MOST fibre optic audio integration
• No AUX input required
• No unnecessary analogue conversion
• Factory iDrive controller operation
• OEM microphone integration
• Steering wheel controls retained
• Factory parking sensor display retained
• Factory climate display retained
• OEM front and rear camera functionality retained
• Reverse camera input
• Front camera input
• Left and right camera inputs
• AHD 720P aftermarket camera support
• 15-band DSP equalizer
• Independent navigation, media and microphone volume control
• Apple Lossless support
• Bluetooth handsfree calling
• Bluetooth audio streaming
• USB video and music playback
• Wireless MirrorLink for compatible Android devices

Direct MOST Fibre Optic Integration – No AUX

One of the most important features of the MR12volt system is its direct integration with the BMW MOST fibre optic audio network.

Many aftermarket CarPlay interfaces rely on the vehicle's AUX input to transmit sound.

This means audio is passed through an analogue connection before reaching the factory amplifier.

The MR12volt P3000-BMEV instead communicates directly through the MOST network.

This provides:

• No AUX connection
• Direct digital audio transmission
• No unnecessary analogue conversion
• Factory amplifier compatibility
• Preserved OEM audio quality
• Cleaner factory-style integration

For vehicles equipped with higher-specification audio systems, this is a particularly important advantage.

Factory Audio System Compatibility

The P3000-BMEV is designed to work with compatible BMW and MINI factory audio systems, including:

• Base audio
• HiFi
• Harman Kardon
• JBL where applicable

The factory amplifier remains in use.

This means the vehicle retains the basic architecture of its original audio system rather than routing sound through an external analogue AUX connection.

Wireless Apple CarPlay

MR12volt adds Wireless Apple CarPlay to compatible BMW NBT EVO ID5 and ID6 vehicles.

Once connected, compatible iPhone apps can be accessed directly on the factory display.

This includes:

• Apple Maps
• Google Maps
• Waze
• Spotify
• Apple Music
• Podcasts
• WhatsApp
• Phone calls
• Messages
• Siri

Wireless connectivity allows the phone to connect automatically after initial setup.

Wired Apple CarPlay is also supported.

Wireless Android Auto

Android users can also benefit from Wireless Android Auto.

Compatible applications include:

• Google Maps
• Waze
• Spotify
• YouTube Music
• WhatsApp
• Phone calls
• Messaging
• Google Assistant

Wired Android Auto is also supported.

For BMW owners whose factory system never received Android Auto support, this is one of the biggest benefits of the MR12volt retrofit.

Factory iDrive Controller Operation

The MR12volt interface is controlled using the original BMW iDrive controller.

No additional rotary controller is required.

Once the MR12volt interface is active, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can be navigated using the same controller already fitted to the vehicle.

This helps the system feel considerably more integrated than a generic aftermarket screen.

Important – Touchscreen Not Supported

Touchscreen operation is not supported within the MR12volt Apple CarPlay or Android Auto interface.

The system is controlled through the factory iDrive controller only.

This applies even if the original BMW display itself has touchscreen capability.

If touchscreen CarPlay control is an essential requirement, this should be considered before ordering.

How MR12volt Is Accessed

The P3000-BMEV integrates through the TV function within the BMW NBT EVO system.

The TV feature must be enabled before installation.

Once correctly configured, the MR12volt interface can be accessed through the relevant factory menu and controlled using the iDrive controller.

Important – TV Function Must Be Enabled

The BMW TV feature must be enabled in order to use the P3000-BMEV.

This must be completed before installation.

If your vehicle does not currently have the required TV menu functionality enabled, coding will be required before the MR12volt system can operate correctly.

Factory TV Module Vehicles

If the vehicle already has a factory TV module installed, this must be bypassed in order to use the P3000-BMEV.

MR12volt uses this part of the factory system for integration.

Professional installation is therefore strongly recommended, particularly on vehicles with more complex factory multimedia specifications.

OEM Microphone Integration

The MR12volt system supports integration with the factory BMW microphone.

A microphone splitter is included with the kit to support the OEM microphone connection where applicable.

This helps maintain the original interior appearance without requiring an obvious aftermarket microphone to be mounted in the cabin.

Steering Wheel Controls Retained

Compatible factory steering wheel controls remain operational.

This allows common media and telephone functions to continue being controlled from the steering wheel.

Combined with the factory iDrive controller, this helps the retrofit feel much closer to an OEM system.

Factory Parking Sensor Display Retained

The original parking sensor display remains available.

You can switch between the MR12volt interface and the factory BMW menus when required.

This ensures important vehicle functionality remains accessible after installation.

Factory Climate Display Retained

The original climate display functionality is also retained.

MR12volt works alongside the NBT EVO system rather than replacing it, allowing vehicle settings and factory information to remain available.

OEM Camera Functionality Retained

Factory front and rear camera functionality is retained on compatible installations.

The interface also provides additional camera inputs for aftermarket systems.

Reverse & Front Camera Support

The P3000-BMEV includes aftermarket camera inputs for:

• Reverse camera
• Front camera
• Left-side camera
• Right-side camera

Aftermarket cameras up to AHD 720P resolution are supported.

This makes MR12volt useful for vehicles where additional camera functionality is being installed alongside CarPlay or Android Auto.

15-Band DSP Equalizer

MR12volt includes a built-in 15-band DSP equalizer.

This gives users substantially more control over the audio output than a basic CarPlay retrofit.

The equalizer can be adjusted to better suit:

• Factory speaker configuration
• Factory amplifier
• Personal sound preference
• Different music types

Independent volume control is also available for:

• Navigation
• Media
• Microphone

Apple Lossless Support

Apple Lossless audio streaming is supported.

Combined with the direct MOST fibre connection, this helps make the P3000-BMEV particularly appealing for owners who care about retaining the performance of the original BMW audio system.

Bluetooth Audio & Handsfree Calling

The system supports Bluetooth audio streaming and handsfree calls.

Enhanced Bluetooth call functionality is designed to provide clear handsfree communication while working with the factory vehicle hardware.

Wireless MirrorLink

Wireless MirrorLink is available for compatible Android devices using CarLetter.

This provides another smartphone connectivity option in addition to Android Auto.

USB Video & Music Playback

USB media playback is supported for compatible music and video files.

This provides another source option alongside:

• Apple CarPlay
• Android Auto
• Bluetooth streaming
• Factory BMW media sources

Compatible BMW & MINI Vehicles

The MR12volt P3000-BMEV is designed for compatible vehicles equipped with BMW NBT EVO ID5 or ID6 and the 1.5 DIN EVO head unit.

Applications include:

BMW 2 Series

• F22
• F23
• F45
• F46

BMW M2

• F87 M2
• F87 M2 Competition

BMW 3 Series

• F30
• F31
• F34
• F35

BMW M3

• F80 M3

BMW 4 Series

• F32
• F33
• F36

BMW M4

• F82 M4
• F83 M4

BMW 5 Series

• F07
• G30
• G31

BMW 6 Series

• F06
• F12
• F13

BMW 7 Series

• G11
• G12

BMW X3

• F25
• G01

BMW X4

• F26
• G02

BMW X5

• F15
• G05

BMW X6

• F16
• G06

MINI

• F54
• F55
• F56
• F57

Toyota

• GR Supra A90

Vehicle model alone does not guarantee compatibility.

The vehicle must have a compatible NBT EVO ID5 / ID6 system with the correct 1.5 DIN EVO head unit.

Not Compatible with Single DIN NBT

The P3000-BMEV is not compatible with single DIN NBT head units.

This is an important distinction, as some BMW vehicles within the listed chassis ranges may use different infotainment hardware depending on production year and factory specification.

Please confirm your head unit type before ordering.

BMW F87 M2 & M2 Competition

The MR12volt P3000-BMEV is particularly suited to later F87 M2 and M2 Competition models equipped with compatible NBT EVO infotainment.

It allows owners to retain the original interior and iDrive system while adding Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

For enthusiast-owned cars where maintaining the OEM dashboard is important, it provides a discreet way to modernise everyday usability.

BMW F80 M3 & F82 / F83 M4

Compatible F80 M3 and F82/F83 M4 models can also benefit from modern smartphone connectivity without replacing the original BMW display.

Features such as Waze, Google Maps, Spotify and wireless smartphone connectivity can make these cars considerably easier to use on longer journeys while retaining the original infotainment design.

BMW F2X 1 & 2 Series

Compatible F-Series 1 Series and 2 Series models equipped with NBT EVO can be upgraded with modern Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality.

The system is particularly useful for vehicles that already have a high-quality factory display and iDrive controller but lack the latest smartphone integration.

BMW F3X 3 & 4 Series

For compatible F30/F31/F34/F35 3 Series and F32/F33/F36 4 Series models, MR12volt provides an OEM-style alternative to replacing the complete factory screen.

The existing NBT EVO system remains intact while smartphone functionality is added through the factory display.

MINI F-Series Compatibility

Compatible MINI F54, F55, F56 and F57 models equipped with the appropriate NBT EVO architecture can also use the P3000-BMEV.

This allows modern connectivity to be added while retaining the factory MINI display and controller.

Professional Installation Recommended

Professional installation is strongly recommended.

Depending on vehicle configuration, installation may involve:

• Accessing the NBT EVO head unit
• Connecting the MR12volt interface
• Integrating with the MOST fibre optic network
• Enabling the factory TV function
• Bypassing an existing TV module
• Connecting the OEM microphone splitter
• Routing USB connections
• Connecting optional cameras
• Testing steering wheel controls and vehicle displays

Correct installation is important to ensure the factory MOST network and infotainment system continue to function correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does MR12volt require AUX?

No. The P3000-BMEV integrates directly through the MOST fibre optic network.

Does it support Wireless Apple CarPlay?

Yes. Both wireless and wired Apple CarPlay are supported.

Does it support Wireless Android Auto?

Yes. Both wireless and wired Android Auto are supported.

Will it work with Harman Kardon?

Yes, on compatible NBT EVO installations using supported factory audio architecture.

Does it retain the factory screen?

Yes. The existing BMW or MINI display remains in place.

Does it replace the head unit?

No. This is an integration interface rather than a replacement head unit.

Can I use the touchscreen for CarPlay?

No. MR12volt CarPlay and Android Auto are controlled through the factory iDrive controller.

Does it retain the factory microphone?

Yes. OEM microphone integration is supported and a microphone splitter is included.

Can I add an aftermarket reverse camera?

Yes. The system supports aftermarket cameras up to AHD 720P resolution.

Does the TV feature need to be enabled?

Yes. The TV function must be enabled before installation.

What if my vehicle already has a factory TV module?

The factory TV module must be bypassed for the MR12volt interface to operate.

Compatibility Requirements

Before ordering, confirm that your vehicle has:

• BMW NBT EVO ID5 or ID6
• 1.5 DIN EVO head unit
• Compatible MOST fibre optic system
• TV function enabled

Not compatible with single DIN NBT units.

Vehicle chassis and production year alone do not guarantee compatibility.

If you're unsure which infotainment system your BMW or MINI has, contact us and we'll be happy to help confirm the correct MR12volt interface.

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