Out of the box the secondary actions are mostly media keys with
the scroll wheel controlling the volume.
Everything is easy to use, with the brand's familiar
scroll wheel controlling all the infotainment functions.
Not exact matches
If you have your iPod or a device plugged into the center console, you can use steering -
wheel controls to
scroll through song selections.
In theory, the steering -
wheel - mounted
controls should at least offer the ability to make inputs while keeping eyes on the road, but nearly all functions — even simple map
scrolling — are locked out while the car is in motion.
Radio: MMI Navigation Plus System - inc: 8.3» TFT color center infotainment / navigation display, MMI all - in - touch w / handwriting - recognition technology (all - in - touch adds capacitive menu and back functions, two touch keys for horizontal menu
control logic and eight radio preset selections in addition to the traditional compact MMI
scroll wheel capabilities)
Both «retina resolution» LCDs are
controlled by
scroll wheels in the three and nine o'clock positions on the steering
wheel.
Inside, Audi opts for a steering -
wheel - mounted
scroll pad (similar to that on a smart phone) to
control the man - machine interface.
The system is easy to
control using the
scroll wheel and responds relatively quickly to your inputs, although it's not quite as intuitive to use as BMW's iDrive.
The steering
wheel includes stereo volume
controls and up / down buttons that
scroll the center display or choose radio presets.
I would prefer being able to go forward and backwards through my different directories and to be able to
scroll all with the steering
wheel controls.
However, the ATS's LCD sub display in the driver's binnacle has been replaced with a huge, 12 - inch 1280 x 480 cluster display, capable of showing multiple instrument layouts and even 3D graphics of the car which can be
scrolled through using
wheel - mounted
controls.
Specifications: Body Size (length / width / height) 4,415 X 1,795 X 1,475 mm
Wheel Base 2,625 mm Track (front / rear) 1,530 / 1,540 mm Kerb Weight 1,480 kg Engine Type Horizontally - Opposed, 4 - cylinder Dual AVCS *** 16Valve DOHC Intercooled twin
scroll Turbo Engine *** AVCS: Active valve
control system Bore / Stroke 92.0 X 75.0 mm Displacement 1,994 cc Max.
Based on BMW's iDrive setup, the
control panel comprising a touch - sensitive
scroll wheel and buttons is both awkwardly placed between the front seats, and often counterintuitive — a touch screen would be a much better solution.
Using the down arrow button on the steering
wheel control,
scroll down and highlight Vehicle Info.
«I should be able to
scroll through more than one of the three satellite preset menus with steering
wheel controls.»
For this review, I drove the X5 xDrive35i, the latter designation implying all -
wheel - drive and BMW's twin
scroll turbocharged 3 - liter inline six - cylinder engine, using direct injection and unique valve
control technology to produce 300 horsepower and 300 pound - feet of torque.
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® and audio system
controls are located on the left side of the steering
wheel, and include a touchpad
control that makes is easy to
scroll and select items that appear on the audio screen.
A steering
wheel scroll wheel (photo above) is the best way to quickly
control infotainment volume (or mute it with a tap on the
wheel).
The iDrive system —
scroll wheel, finger - writing on the
wheel, touch screen, voice, and (optionally) gesture recognition — is the best way to
control infotainment once you take a couple hours to learn its workings.
It includes a 2.5 L twin
scroll turbo engine rated 285 PS (210 kW; 281 hp) at 5600 rpm and 392 N ⋅ m (289 lb ⋅ ft) at 2000 — 4800 rpm, Bilstein shocks, 18x8 - inch BBS forged
wheels (from S203, S204) with Potenza RE050A 235 / 40R18 91W tires, Brembo 6 - piston front and 2 - piston rear brake calipers (from Subaru Impreza type RA - R), Vehicle Dynamic
Control stability c
Control stability
controlcontrol.
Upholstered in fine leather on every model, the allroad's quiet cabin offers easy - to - reach buttons, standard MMI interface with smartphone integration and a
wheel scroller, and digital
controls for climate.
Buttons on the
wheel include the S / I drive, adaptive cruise
control (plus range adjustment), audio, voice
control and in the lower left quadrant behind the hub and spokes, three toggles for the trip computer and
scrolling.
Everything can be
controlled by buttons and
scroll wheels on the steering
wheel, or the traditional dial and shortcut buttons housed on the center console between the seats.
Drivers can
scroll through the system's different functions using the steering
wheel remote
controls, and the following information is shown on the main dashboard display:
ADVANCED SAFETY TECHNOLOGY Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) w / Traction Control ABS w / Electronic Brake - force Distribution & Brake Assist Torque Vectoring Control (TVC) 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes Front, Front Side Impact & Side Curtain Airbags Front Seatbelt Pre-Tensioners Tire Pressure Monitoring System POWERTRAIN TECHNOLOGY 1.6 L Turbo GDI, 201 HP, 195 lbs - ft Torque, DOHC 4 - Cylinder Twin - scroll Turbocharger, D - CVVT 6 - Speed Manual Transmission Sport - tuned Steering COMFORT & CONVENIENCE 18 - Inch Alloy Wheels and P215 / 40R18 Tires Projection Headlights with Unique LED Headlight Accents Front Fog Lights & Side Mirrors w / Turn Signal Indicators Ground Effects Bodykit and Bodycolor Rear Spoiler LED Taillights and Rear Wiper Air Conditioning w / Cabin Air Filter Dimension Premium Audio and External Amp w / Subwoofer AM / FM / SIRIUSXM / CD / MP3 with 8 Speakers Satellite Radio w / 90 Day Trial; Not Available in AK & HI iPod / USB & Auxiliary Input Jacks Hyundai Blue Link Telematics System Technology that enables the driver to stay connected via In - Car, Web or Smartphone App; Subscription Required 7 Multimedia Touchscreen w / rearview camera Electroluminescent Gauge Cluster and Trip Computer Proximity Entry Key w / Push Button Start Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise, Audio & Phone Controls Integrated Bluetooth Hands - Free Phone System Leather - Wrapped Steering Wheel Leather Seating Surfaces w / Driver's Power Lumbar Support Heated Front Seats & Heated Power Side Exterior Mirrors Emergeny Tire Puncture Kit in lieu of Spare ADDED FEATURES: * Tech Package: Panoramic sunroof Backup warning sensors Automatic headlights Automatic temperature control Navigation system 115V
Control (ESC) w / Traction
Control ABS w / Electronic Brake - force Distribution & Brake Assist Torque Vectoring Control (TVC) 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes Front, Front Side Impact & Side Curtain Airbags Front Seatbelt Pre-Tensioners Tire Pressure Monitoring System POWERTRAIN TECHNOLOGY 1.6 L Turbo GDI, 201 HP, 195 lbs - ft Torque, DOHC 4 - Cylinder Twin - scroll Turbocharger, D - CVVT 6 - Speed Manual Transmission Sport - tuned Steering COMFORT & CONVENIENCE 18 - Inch Alloy Wheels and P215 / 40R18 Tires Projection Headlights with Unique LED Headlight Accents Front Fog Lights & Side Mirrors w / Turn Signal Indicators Ground Effects Bodykit and Bodycolor Rear Spoiler LED Taillights and Rear Wiper Air Conditioning w / Cabin Air Filter Dimension Premium Audio and External Amp w / Subwoofer AM / FM / SIRIUSXM / CD / MP3 with 8 Speakers Satellite Radio w / 90 Day Trial; Not Available in AK & HI iPod / USB & Auxiliary Input Jacks Hyundai Blue Link Telematics System Technology that enables the driver to stay connected via In - Car, Web or Smartphone App; Subscription Required 7 Multimedia Touchscreen w / rearview camera Electroluminescent Gauge Cluster and Trip Computer Proximity Entry Key w / Push Button Start Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise, Audio & Phone Controls Integrated Bluetooth Hands - Free Phone System Leather - Wrapped Steering Wheel Leather Seating Surfaces w / Driver's Power Lumbar Support Heated Front Seats & Heated Power Side Exterior Mirrors Emergeny Tire Puncture Kit in lieu of Spare ADDED FEATURES: * Tech Package: Panoramic sunroof Backup warning sensors Automatic headlights Automatic temperature control Navigation system 115V
Control ABS w / Electronic Brake - force Distribution & Brake Assist Torque Vectoring
Control (TVC) 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes Front, Front Side Impact & Side Curtain Airbags Front Seatbelt Pre-Tensioners Tire Pressure Monitoring System POWERTRAIN TECHNOLOGY 1.6 L Turbo GDI, 201 HP, 195 lbs - ft Torque, DOHC 4 - Cylinder Twin - scroll Turbocharger, D - CVVT 6 - Speed Manual Transmission Sport - tuned Steering COMFORT & CONVENIENCE 18 - Inch Alloy Wheels and P215 / 40R18 Tires Projection Headlights with Unique LED Headlight Accents Front Fog Lights & Side Mirrors w / Turn Signal Indicators Ground Effects Bodykit and Bodycolor Rear Spoiler LED Taillights and Rear Wiper Air Conditioning w / Cabin Air Filter Dimension Premium Audio and External Amp w / Subwoofer AM / FM / SIRIUSXM / CD / MP3 with 8 Speakers Satellite Radio w / 90 Day Trial; Not Available in AK & HI iPod / USB & Auxiliary Input Jacks Hyundai Blue Link Telematics System Technology that enables the driver to stay connected via In - Car, Web or Smartphone App; Subscription Required 7 Multimedia Touchscreen w / rearview camera Electroluminescent Gauge Cluster and Trip Computer Proximity Entry Key w / Push Button Start Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise, Audio & Phone Controls Integrated Bluetooth Hands - Free Phone System Leather - Wrapped Steering Wheel Leather Seating Surfaces w / Driver's Power Lumbar Support Heated Front Seats & Heated Power Side Exterior Mirrors Emergeny Tire Puncture Kit in lieu of Spare ADDED FEATURES: * Tech Package: Panoramic sunroof Backup warning sensors Automatic headlights Automatic temperature control Navigation system 115V
Control (TVC) 4 -
Wheel Disc Brakes Front, Front Side Impact & Side Curtain Airbags Front Seatbelt Pre-Tensioners Tire Pressure Monitoring System POWERTRAIN TECHNOLOGY 1.6 L Turbo GDI, 201 HP, 195 lbs - ft Torque, DOHC 4 - Cylinder Twin -
scroll Turbocharger, D - CVVT 6 - Speed Manual Transmission Sport - tuned Steering COMFORT & CONVENIENCE 18 - Inch Alloy Wheels and P215 / 40R18 Tires Projection Headlights with Unique LED Headlight Accents Front Fog Lights & Side Mirrors w / Turn Signal Indicators Ground Effects Bodykit and Bodycolor Rear Spoiler LED Taillights and Rear Wiper Air Conditioning w / Cabin Air Filter Dimension Premium Audio and External Amp w / Subwoofer AM / FM / SIRIUSXM / CD / MP3 with 8 Speakers Satellite Radio w / 90 Day Trial; Not Available in AK & HI iPod / USB & Auxiliary Input Jacks Hyundai Blue Link Telematics System Technology that enables the driver to stay connected via In - Car, Web or Smartphone App; Subscription Required 7 Multimedia Touchscreen w / rearview camera Electroluminescent Gauge Cluster and Trip Computer Proximity Entry Key w / Push Button Start Steering
Wheel Mounted Cruise, Audio & Phone
Controls Integrated Bluetooth Hands - Free Phone System Leather - Wrapped Steering
Wheel Leather Seating Surfaces w / Driver's Power Lumbar Support Heated Front Seats & Heated Power Side Exterior Mirrors Emergeny Tire Puncture Kit in lieu of Spare ADDED FEATURES: * Tech Package: Panoramic sunroof Backup warning sensors Automatic headlights Automatic temperature
control Navigation system 115V
control Navigation system 115V outlet
For example, on the good side, adjusting the braking distance for the adaptive cruise
control is dead easy, with a button on the steering
wheel's right spoke to
scroll through the settings.
Simply plug in your iPod and
scroll though your playlists via steering
wheel controls.
We thought this to be especially useful for commuters who might want to
scroll through favorite channels, without regard to band, using the steering -
wheel controls.
Recent Arrival!This Red 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport FWD 4D Sport Utility includes - hill start assist
control, traction
control, active stability
control, ABS (4 -
wheel) brakes, an alarm system, keyless entry, A / C, power windows, power door locks, cruise
control, power steering, a tilt / telescoping steering column, AM / FM stereo, a CD / MP3 single disc player, Bluetooth Wireless, FUSE hands - free link, dual air bags, side air bags, F&R head curtain air bags, knee air bags, privacy glass, a rear spoiler, alloy
wheels, 4 speakers, a radio data system, rear window defroster and steering
wheel mounted audio
controls, if you like what you're hearing... continue to
scroll.
I also like the «roller»
controls on the optional, flat - bottomed leather - trimmed steering
wheel, that allow easy
scrolling through the informative trip computer located in the instrument panel.
Active roll stabilization; electronic damper
control; four -
wheel steering; eight - speed transmission; a new twin -
scroll, single - turbo 3.0 - liter in - line six putting out 300 horsepower and 300 pound - feet of torque (or a twin - turbo 4.4 - liter V - 8 with 400 hp, in the 550i); new robotic parking assistance; head - up display; night vision; stop - and - go adaptive cruise
control, which will maintain a following distance in traffic and slow to a stop, then start rolling again, just like traffic on the 405; and roughly 8 million other acronymic systems, gadgets, gizmos and flight surfaces loomed to the car's high - speed cerebellum.
You have the same type of
scroll wheel to
control the size of the font as we saw on the Kobo Glo and Kobo Mini.
Under the hood, the Iconia Tablet A200 - 10G08U will be powered by a dual - core nVidia Tegra 2 processor that features a clock speed of 1 GHz, coupled with 1 GB of DDR2 RAM and running on Android ™ version 3.2 Honeycomb ™ at launch and optimized with Acer's «ring interface» that contain three customisable shortcuts, a volume
control bar, a quartet of your favourite apps and a
scrolling wheel of web links.
Squeezed between the left and right clicks is the standard - issue
wheel which sports a decent
scrolling action, being smooth enough for everyday use whilst still having enough
control for doing things like swapping weapons in the middle of a heated match.
The interface is
controlled by a buttons and a
scroll wheel found on each arm.
It sports media
controls above the number pad, including a fun volume
scroll wheel, a feature we also found on the Logitech G610 Orion and HyperX Alloy, but not on other gaming keyboards.
Released with 4 GB of storage and in five colors, the diminutive iPod mini features a new «click
wheel» that integrates
control buttons into a solid - state, touch - sensitive
scroll wheel.
Rounding the package off are two remote
controls, one a simplified pointer finished to match the screen cosmetics, the other the latest iteration of LG's Magic Remote with
scroll wheel, used to direct the onscreen cursor.
Some of the most notable features include the ability to
control the video volume using your mouse
scroll wheel, set YouTube to autoplay in HD whenever applicable, Cinema Mode, hide ads, automatically turning off those annoying video annotations — and that's just scratching the surface.
To
control WebOS, and indeed the rest of the television, LG provides its Magic Motion remote, this year with a few hot keys to popular streaming services as well as a
scrolling wheel, handy for quickly moving through those multiple rows of content on services like Netflix and Hulu.
Users can
control the illumination level and color of both the
scroll wheel and the SteelSeries logo at the bottom of the mouse.
In total there are 11 programmable
controls, including DPI sensitivity toggles and a click / tilt
scroll wheel that can be configured for click to click precision or blazing
scrolling speeds.
There's also a dedicated shutter button and a
scroll wheel for digitally zooming in on whatever you're photographing, though you can also access those
controls from the screen of your iPhone.
The only notable addition are two small buttons right behind the
scroll wheel, which
control sensitivity by default.