Mercedes Benz S Class 2014 COMAND Operator Instruction Manual

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COMAND

Operating Instructions

Order no. 6515 7708 13 Part no. 222 584 09 01 Edition D-2014

COMAND Operating Instructions

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As at 27.02.2013

Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz

First, familiarize yourself with your COMAND system. Read these operating instructions, particularly the safety and warning notes, before you drive off.

This will help you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your COMAND system and to avoid endangering yourself and others.

The equipment level and functions of your COMAND system may differ depending on:

model

order

country specification

availability

Mercedes-Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes to the following:

design

equipment

technical features

The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.

Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if you have further questions.

The Operator's Manual and all supplements are integral parts of the vehicle. You should always keep it in the vehicle and pass it on to the new owner if you sell the vehicle.

The technical documentation team at Daimler AG wishes you safe and pleasant motoring.

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A Daimler Company

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Contents

Index ....................................................... 4

Operating safety ................................. 13

At a glance ........................................... 17

System settings .................................. 37

Vehicle functions ................................ 49

Navigation ........................................... 67

Telephone .......................................... 121

Online and Internet ........................... 157

Radio .................................................. 177

Media ................................................. 189

Sound ................................................. 229

Rear Seat Entertainment System .... 239

SIRIUS Weather ................................ 261

Index

1, 2, 3 ...

360° camera

Displaying images ............................ 64

Switching on/off .............................. 64

911 emergency call .......................... 123

Acoustic locking confirmation

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .52

Adding bookmarks ............................ 173

Address book

Assigning a favorites button .......... 152

Browsing ........................................ 148

Calling up ....................................... 148

Changing an entry .......................... 151

Connecting a call ........................... 151

Creating an entry ........................... 149

Deleting an entry ........................... 150

Deleting contacts ........................... 154

Details about an entry ................... 150

Entering characters ......................... 30

Importing contacts ........................ 153

Introduction ................................... 148

Receiving vCards ........................... 154

Searching for an entry ................... 149

Starting route guidance ................. 152

Voice tag ....................................... 152

Address entry menu ............................ 75

Adjusting the volume

COMAND ......................................... 23

Traffic announcements .................... 23

Alternative route ................................. 97

Ambient lighting

Setting (COMAND) ........................... 50

Audio CD/DVD and MP3 mode

Activating ....................................... 195

Gracenote®Media Database ......... 198

Playback options ........................... 195

Switching to (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) .................. 254

Automatic folding mirror function

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .52

Automatic locking feature

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .53

AUX (audio)

Notes/socket................................ 218

Switching to ................................... 218

AUX jacks

CD/DVD drive ............................... 244

Avoiding an area ................................ 114

Back button ......................................... 22

Bluetooth

Burmester®high-end 3D surround sound system

Burmester®surround sound system

Activating/deactivating ................... 45

Activating audio mode ................... 212

Conditions (telephone) .................. 123

Connecting another mobile phone .127

Connecting audio devices .............. 208

De-authorizing (de-registering) a

device ............................................ 211

Device list ...................................... 209

Entering the passcode ................... 125

External authorization .................... 127

External authorization (audio

device) ........................................... 210

Increasing the volume using

COMAND ....................................... 214

Interface ........................................ 122

Introduction ................................... 122

Reconnecting an audio device ....... 210

Searching for a mobile phone ........ 124

Starting playback if the Bluetooth®audio device has been

stopped ......................................... 212

Telephone basic menu ................... 129

Telephony ...................................... 123

Telephony notes ............................ 122

Balance/fader ............................... 236

Calling up the sound menu ............ 234

Changing the loudspeaker source .236

Equalizer ........................................ 235

Equipment ..................................... 234

Setting the sound profile ............... 237

VIP & BAL selection ....................... 237

Balance/fader ............................... 233

Calling up the sound menu ............ 232

Index

Changing the loudspeaker source .233

Equalizer ........................................ 233

Equipment ..................................... 232

Surround sound ............................. 234

Buttons and controller ........................ 22

Call

Accepting/ending/rejecting .......... 130

Connecting .................................... 131

see Telephone

Call lists

Displaying details ........................... 139

Opening and selecting an entry ..... 138

Saving an entry in the address

book .............................................. 139

Car pool lanes ...................................... 73

Category list (music search) ............ 201

Inserting ........................................ 192

Inserting/loading (DVD changer) ... 193 Inserting/loading (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) .................. 254

Notes on discs ............................... 200

Removing/ejecting (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) .................. 254

Selecting a track ............................ 197

Sound settings (balance, bass,

fader, treble).................................. 230

Characters

Entering (address book, phone

book) ............................................... 30

Entering (navigation) ........................ 33

Climate control

COMAND ......................................... 59

Cooling with air dehumidification

(COMAND) ....................................... 60

Ionization (COMAND) ....................... 62

Perfume atomizer (COMAND) .......... 62

Rear-compartment climate

control (COMAND) ........................... 60

Setting the air distribution

(COMAND) ....................................... 61

Setting the airflow (COMAND) ......... 61

Setting the climate mode

(COMAND) ....................................... 61

Setting the departure time

(COMAND) ....................................... 62

Setting the footwell temperature

(COMAND) ....................................... 61

Setting the temperature

(COMAND) ....................................... 60

Switching on/off (COMAND) ........... 59

Switching the synchronizing

function on/off (COMAND) .............. 59

COMAND

Active multicontour seat.................. 56

Basic functions ................................ 23

Controller ......................................... 23

Display ............................................. 20

Multicontour seat ............................ 56

Seat functions .................................. 55

Settings ......................................... 175

Switching on/off .............................. 23

Telephone keypad overview ............. 22

COMAND display

Additional display area ..................... 39

Cleaning instructions ....................... 21

Setting ............................................. 38

Contacts

Deleting ......................................... 154

Importing ....................................... 153

Cordless headphones

Setting the volume ......................... 246

Country-specific information

(navigation) ........................................ 113

Date format, setting ............................ 40

Day design, setting ............................. 38

Delayed switch-off time

Setting (COMAND) ........................... 53

Deleting

Call lists ......................................... 140

Destination

Storing in the address book ........... 106

Destination (navigation)

Entering a destination using the

map ................................................. 85

Entering a point of interest .............. 81

Entering using geo-coordinates ....... 88

Entering using Mercedes-Benz

Apps ................................................ 88

Index

Keyword search ............................... 79

Saving ............................................ 105

Selecting an address book

contact as a destination .................. 81

Selecting from the list of last

destinations ..................................... 80

Dialing a number (telephone) ........... 131

Display

Selecting the design ........................ 38

DVD

Inserting/loading (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) .................. 254

Notes on discs ............................... 200

Removing/ejecting (DVD changer) 194 Removing/ejecting (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) .................. 254

EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .51

E-mail

Deleting ......................................... 148

Inbox .............................................. 144

Information and requirements ....... 142

Reading .......................................... 145

Saving the sender in the address

book .............................................. 148

Setting reception ........................... 143

Storing the sender as a new entry

in the address book ....................... 147

Entering the address (example) ......... 76

Entering the city .................................. 76

Factory setting (reset function) ......... 48

Favorites (Internet) ........................... 174

Favorites button .................................. 45

Google™ local search

Importing a destination/route ....... 162

Popular Searches........................... 162

Search ........................................... 161

Search history ............................... 163

Selecting a search position ............ 161

Selecting options for Local Search 163

Using as the destination ................ 162

GPS reception ...................................... 68

Gracenote®Media Database ............ 198

Heading up (navigation) ................... 108

Headphones

Changing batteries ........................ 247

Home

see Home address

Home address

Entering and saving ......................... 77

Incident (traffic report) ..................... 101

Indicator lamp

Remote control .............................. 243

Interior motion sensor

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .54

Internet

Conditions for access .................... 158

Creating favorites .......................... 174

Entering the URL ............................ 170

Favorites manager ......................... 174

Favorites menu .............................. 174

Menu functions .............................. 172

Options menu ................................ 173

Selecting favorites ......................... 170

Internet radio

Calling up ....................................... 168

Searching for stations .................... 169

Lane recommendations

Explanation ...................................... 92

Presentation .................................... 92

Lights

Setting the ambient lighting

(COMAND) ....................................... 50

Locator lighting

Setting (COMAND) ........................... 53

Lumbar support

Adjusting (COMAND) ....................... 56

Index

Map (navigation)

Adjusting the scale ........................ 108

Building images ............................. 112

Elevation modeling ........................ 113

Heading ......................................... 108

Map settings .................................. 108

Moving ............................................. 71

North orientation ........................... 108

Notes ............................................. 108

Rotating the 3D map ......................111

Updating ........................................ 116

Map functions ....................................108

Media Interface

Mode ............................................. 215

Playback options ........................... 217

Search ........................................... 216

Selecting music files ...................... 216

Switching to Media Interface ......... 215

Video function ............................... 217

Media Register

Basic display.................................. 204

Calling up memory space

information .................................... 207

Copying files.................................. 204

Deleting all files............................. 206

Renaming/deleting files................ 206

Selecting a playback mode ............ 207

Switching on .................................. 203

Media search

Category list.................................. 201

Current tracklist............................ 201

Keyword search ............................. 202

Music genres ................................. 202

Selecting by cover ......................... 201

Starting the media search .............. 200

Menu overview

CD/DVD audio and MP3 mode ...... 193

Mercedes-Benz Apps ......................... 167

Messages

Displaying ...................................... 144

Forwarding ..................................... 147

Replying ......................................... 147

Writing ........................................... 145

Microphone, switching on/off ......... 132

Mobile phone

Authorizing .................................... 125

Connecting (Bluetooth®interface) .124

De-authorizing ............................... 128

External authorization .................... 127

Registering (authorizing) ................ 125

MP3

Notes ............................................. 199

Safety notes .................................. 192

MP3 mode

Stop and playback function ........... 197

Multimedia system

see COMAND

Multi-Seat Entertainment System

Adjusting sound settings ............... 249

AUX mode ...................................... 260

Changing the picture format .......... 250

Cordless headphones .................... 246

Overview ........................................ 240

Picture settings .............................. 250

Replacing batteries ........................ 247

Setting the brightness ................... 250

Setting the color ............................ 250

Setting the contrast ....................... 250

System settings ............................. 248

Video DVD mode ........................... 256

My address (navigation system)

see Home address

Navigation

Adjusting the volume of the

navigation announcements .............. 23

Alternative route .............................. 97

Avoiding an area ............................ 114

Basic settings .................................. 72

Blocking a route section affected

by a traffic jam ............................... 100

Calling up the compass display..... 117

Calling up the menu ....................... 116

Drive Information ........................... 117

Entering a destination ...................... 75

Entering a destination using the

map ................................................. 85

Entering a point of interest .............. 81

Entering characters (character bar) .33

Index

GPS reception .................................. 68

Important safety notes.................... 68

Info on navigation .......................... 118

Lane recommendation ..................... 92

Off-road/off-map (off-road

destination) ....................................100

Online map display........................ 117

Reading out traffic reports ............. 105

Repeating announcements .............. 94

Selecting a destination from the

list of last destinations ..................... 80

Setting options for destination/

route download.............................. 166

Setting route options (avoiding: highways, toll roads, tunnels,

ferries) ............................................. 72

Setting the route type (short route, fast route, dynamic route or

economic route) ............................... 72

Showing/hiding the menu ............... 70

Starting route calculation ................ 78

Switching announcements on/off ... 94

Switching to ..................................... 70

Navigation announcements

Switching off .................................... 24

North orientation (navigation) ......... 108

Off-road .............................................. 100

Online and Internet functions

Destination/routes download ........ 164

Ending the connection ................... 160

Establishing/ending a connection .159

Further Mercedes-Benz Apps ......... 167

General notes ................................ 158

Mercedes-Benz Mobile Website ..... 167

Options menu ................................ 166

Resetting settings .......................... 167

Setting options for destination/

route download.............................. 166

Specifying the ID for the download 166

Panel heating

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .52

Parental control

Locking/unlocking rear

compartment displays ..................... 63

Switching the rear compartment

displays on/off ................................ 63

Pause function

Video DVD ..................................... 226

Perfume atomizer

Setting the perfume intensity

(COMAND) ....................................... 62

Phone book

Adding a number to an address

book entry ..................................... 137

Calling up ....................................... 134

Creating a new entry ..................... 137

Deleting an entry ........................... 136

Entering characters ......................... 30

Icon overview ................................. 135

Searching for an entry ................... 135

Picture viewer

Changing view ............................... 227

Displaying pictures ........................ 227

Exiting the picture viewer .............. 228

POI (navigation)

Category .......................................... 83

Defining the position for the POI

search .............................................. 82

Entering ........................................... 81

Previous destinations (navigation) .. 107

Radio

Overview ........................................ 178

Setting the waveband .................... 179

Sound settings (balance, bass,

treble) ............................................ 181

Storing stations ............................. 181

Tagging music tracks (downloading/purchasing tracks

from the iTunes Store) ................... 180

Radio station

Storing ........................................... 181

Index

Read-aloud function

Automatic ...................................... 105

Read-aloud function for e-mails ....... 145

Real-time traffic reports ................... 101

Rear-compartment screens .............. 241

Rear monitors

see Rear-compartment screens

Rear screens

see Rear-compartment screens

Rear Seat Entertainment System

Adjusting sound settings ............... 249

Adjusting the brightness ................ 250

Adjusting the color ........................ 250

Adjusting the contrast ................... 250

AUX jacks ...................................... 245

AUX mode ...................................... 260

Changing the batteries .................. 247

Changing the picture format .......... 250

Cordless headphones .................... 246

Overview ........................................ 240

Picture settings .............................. 250

System settings ............................. 248

Video DVD mode ........................... 256

Rear view camera

Displaying the image ........................ 64

Receiving vCards ............................... 154

Redialing (telephone) ........................ 131

Remote control

Button lighting ............................... 242

Multi-Seat Entertainment System .. 241 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 241

Reserve fuel level

Switching the function on/off in

COMAND ......................................... 73

Resetting (factory settings) ............... 48

Route (navigation)

Selecting an alternative route .......... 97

Setting route options (avoiding: highways, toll roads, tunnels,

ferries) ............................................. 72

Setting the route type (short route, fast route, dynamic route or

economic route) ............................... 72

Starting calculation .......................... 78

Route guidance

Continue .......................................... 96

Freeway information ........................ 93

General notes .................................. 88

Lane recommendations ................... 92

Off-road ......................................... 100

Traffic reports ................................ 101

Safety notes

Audio CD/DVD and MP3 mode ..... 192

Using the telephone ....................... 122

Video DVD mode ........................... 220

Satellite radio

Channel list updates ...................... 187

Memory functions .......................... 186

Music and sports alerts ................. 186

Selecting a channel ....................... 185

Tagging music tracks ..................... 187

SatRadio

Displaying information ................... 187

Notes ............................................. 182

Registering .................................... 183

Selecting a category ...................... 184

Switching to ................................... 184

Screen

Selecting for remote operation ...... 242

SD memory card

Inserting ........................................ 195

Seat-belt adjustment function

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .52

Seats

Adjusting the lumbar support

(COMAND) ....................................... 56

Balance (seat heating) ..................... 57

Massage function ............................ 57

Resetting settings ............................ 58

Seat functions (COMAND) ............... 55

Selecting for adjustment

(COMAND) ....................................... 55

Selecting stations

Radio ............................................. 179

Selecting the country .......................... 76

Sending DTMF tones ......................... 132

Settings

Sound settings ............................... 230

Setting the audio format

Multi-Seat Entertainment System .. 259 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 259

Index

Setting the language

COMAND ......................................... 45

Multi-Seat Entertainment System .. 259 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 259

Setting the night design ..................... 38

Setting the text reader speed ............ 41

Setting the volume

Telephone calls................................ 23

SIRIUS weather display

5-day forecast ................................ 262

Daily forecast ................................. 262

Detail information .......................... 263

Information chart ........................... 262

Selecting the area for the weather

forecast ......................................... 263

Switching on/off ........................... 262

Weather map ................................. 265

Sirius weather map

Storm Guide .................................. 273

Storm Watch Box ........................... 272

Sound

Switching on/off .............................. 23

Sound settings

Balance/fader ............................... 231

Calling up the sound menu ............ 230

Changing the loudspeaker source .231

Equalizer ........................................ 230

Speed dial list

Deleting an entry/list .................... 142

Storing a phone book entry in the

speed dial list................................ 141

SPLITVIEW

Switching on/off .............................. 26

Transferring a destination to the

driver ............................................... 27

Station list ......................................... 180

Stop function

Video DVD ..................................... 226

Storing stations

Radio ............................................. 181

Switching between summer time

and standard time ............................... 41

Switching on media mode

Starting at a different seat............. 191

Using the Media button ................. 190

Via the device list .......................... 191

Via the main function bar ...............190

Via the number keypad .................. 191

Switching the hands-free

microphone on/off ............................ 132

System settings

Bluetooth®....................................... 44

Date ................................................. 40

Importing/exporting data ................ 47

Language ......................................... 45

Text reader speed ............................ 41

Time .................................................40

Time zone ........................................ 41

Voice Control System ...................... 41

Telephone

Accepting/ending a call ................ 130

Adjusting the volume for calls .......... 23

Calling (outgoing call).................... 131

Connecting a mobile phone

(general information) ..................... 124

De-authorizing a mobile phone ...... 128

E-mail ............................................. 142

Ending an active call ...................... 134

Entering a number ......................... 131

Entering phone numbers ................ 131

External authorization (Bluetooth®) 127

Function restrictions ...................... 123

General notes ................................ 122

Incoming call ................................. 130

Making a call ................................. 133

Making a call via speed dial........... 141

Operating options .......................... 123

Overview of functions .................... 132

Reconnecting a mobile phone

automatically ................................. 127

Rejecting/accepting a waiting call 133

Rejecting a call .............................. 130

Safety notes .................................. 122

Sending DTMF tones ......................132

Single call ...................................... 132

Switching hands-free microphone

on/off ............................................ 132

Text messages (SMS) .................... 142

Index

Toggling ......................................... 134

Using the telephone ....................... 130

see Bluetooth

Telephone basic menu

Bluetooth®interface ...................... 129

Telephone keypad overview

COMAND ......................................... 22

Telephone mode

Redialing ........................................ 131

Telephone number

Entering ......................................... 131

Text messages (SMS)

Calling the sender.......................... 147

Deleting ......................................... 148

Inbox .............................................. 144

Information and requirements ....... 142

Reading .......................................... 145

Reading aloud ................................ 145

Setting reception ........................... 143

Storing sender in address book ..... 148

Storing the sender as a new

address book entry ........................ 147

Texts

see Text messages (SMS)

Time

Setting ............................................. 40

Setting summer/standard time ....... 41

Setting the format ............................ 40

Setting the time ............................... 40

Setting the time/date format.......... 40

Setting the time zone ....................... 41

Tow-away alarm

Arming/deactivating (COMAND) ..... 54

Track information .............................. 256

Traffic jam function ........................... 100

Traffic reports

Calling up a list.............................. 103

Reading out on route ..................... 105

Real-time traffic report .................. 104

Trunk lid opening height restriction

Activating/deactivating (COMAND) .55

Updating the digital map .................. 116

USB audio mode

Selecting a track ............................ 197

USB devices

Connecting to the Media Interface 195

Vehicle

Data acquisition ............................... 14

Vehicle settings ................................... 50

Video

see Video DVD

Video-AUX

Connecting an external video

source ............................................ 219

Switching to ................................... 219

Video DVD

Control option ................................ 221

DVD's control menu ...................... 224

DVD functions ............................... 225

DVD menu ..................................... 225

Function restrictions ...................... 221

Menu options .................................223

Notes on discs ............................... 221

Operation ....................................... 220

Overview ........................................ 223

Pause function ............................... 226

Picture settings .............................. 224

Playing conditions .......................... 221

Safety notes .................................. 220

Selecting a scene/chapter ............ 226

Stop function ................................. 226

Switching to ................................... 222

Video menu ................................... 225

Voice Control

see Voice Control System

Voice Control System

Settings ........................................... 41

Volume, adjusting

Navigation messages ....................... 23

Waypoints

Accepting waypoints for the route ... 87

Creating ........................................... 86

Editing .............................................. 87

Index

Entering ........................................... 85

Searching for a gas station when

the fuel level is low .......................... 88

Weather map (SIRIUS)

Calling up ....................................... 265

Legend ...........................................271

Moving ........................................... 265

Showing/hiding layers ................... 266

Showing/hiding the menu ............. 266

Time stamp .................................... 271

Weather memory (SIRIUS)

Selecting an area ........................... 265

Storing an area .............................. 265

WLAN

Activating .........................................42

Connecting the device ..................... 42

Important safety notes

WARNING

Modifications to electronic components, their software as well as wiring can impair their function and/or the function of other networked components. In particular, systems relevant to safety could also be affected. As a result, these may no longer function as intended and/or jeopardize the operating safety of the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an accident and injury.

Never tamper with the wiring as well as electronic components or their software. You should have all work to electrical and electronic equipment carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

If you make any changes to the vehicle electronics, the general operating permit is rendered invalid.

WARNING

If you operate information systems and communication equipment integrated in the vehicle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.

Only operate the equipment when the traffic situation permits. If you are not sure that this is possible, park the vehicle paying attention to traffic conditions and operate the equipment when the vehicle is stationary.

You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating COMAND.

COMAND calculates the route to the destination without taking account of the following, for example:

traffic lights

stop and give way signs

merging lanes

parking or stopping in a no parking/no stopping zone

Operating safety

other road and traffic rules and regulations

narrow bridges

COMAND can give incorrect navigation commands if the actual street/traffic situation does not correspond with the digital map's data. Digital maps do not cover all areas nor all routes in an area. For example, a route may have been diverted or the direction of a one-way street may have changed.

For this reason, you must always observe road and traffic rules and regulations during your journey. Road and traffic rules and regulations always have priority over the system's driving recommendations.

Navigation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving.

Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from traffic conditions and driving, and increase the risk of an accident.

Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h) your vehicle covers a distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m) per second.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.

This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated with at least 8inches (20cm) and more between the radiator and a person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs.)

Operating safety

Declarations of conformity

Vehicle components which receive and/or transmit radio waves

USA only: The wireless devices of this

vehicle comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) These devices may not cause interference, and

2) These devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Canada only: The wireless devices of this

vehicle comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) These devices may not cause interference, and

2) These devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

malfunctions can seriously jeopardize the operational safety of your vehicle.

Roof antenna functionality (telephone, satellite radio, GPS) can be affected by the use of roof carrier systems.

Attaching metalized retrofit film to the windshield may affect radio reception and have a negative impact on all other antennas (e.g. emergency antenna) in the vehicle interior.

Therefore, have all work on or modifications to electronic components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. This workshop should have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. MercedesBenz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Protection against theft: this device is equipped with technical provisions to protect it against theft. Further information on protection against theft can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Correct use

Observe the following information when using COMAND:

the safety notes in this manual

traffic rules and regulations

laws and safety standards pertaining to motor vehicles

Work improperly carried out on electronic components or systems (e.g. radio, DVD changer) and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Even systems that have not been modified could be affected because the electronic systems are connected. Electronic

Data stored in the vehicle

A wide range of electronic components in your vehicle contain data memories.

These data memories temporarily or permanently store technical information about:

The vehicle's operating state

Incidents

Malfunctions

In general, this technical information documents the state of a component, a module, a system or the surroundings.

Operating safety

These include, for example:

operating conditions of system components, e.g. fluid levels

the vehicle's status messages and those of its individual components, e.g. number of wheel revolutions/speed, deceleration in movement, lateral acceleration, accelerator pedal position

malfunctions and defects in important system components, e.g. lights, brakes

malfunctions in important system components. e.g. lights, brakes

vehicle reactions and operating conditions in special driving situations, e.g. air bag deployment, intervention of stability control systems

ambient conditions, e.g. outside temperature

This data is of an exclusively technical nature and can be used to:

assist in recognizing and rectifying malfunctions and defects

assist in recognizing and rectifying malfunctions

analyze vehicle functions, e.g. after an accident

optimize vehicle function

The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's movements.

When your vehicle is serviced, technical information can be read from the event data memory and malfunction data memory.

Services include, for example:

repair services

service processes

warranties

quality assurance

It is read by employees of the service network (including manufacturers) using special diagnostic devices. More detailed information is obtained from it, if required.

After a malfunction has been rectified, the information is deleted from the malfunction memory or is continually overwritten.

When operating the vehicle, situations are conceivable in which this technical data, in connection with other information (if necessary, under consultation with an authorized expert), could be traced to a person.

Examples include:

accident reports

damages to the vehicle

witness statements

Further additional functions that have been contractually agreed upon with the customer allow certain vehicle data to be conveyed by the vehicle as well. The additional functions include, for example, vehicle location in case of an emergency.

Qualified specialist workshop

Read the information on qualified specialist workshops in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Information on copyright

General information

Information on licenses for free and Open Source software used in your vehicle and in the electronic components can be found on this website: http://www.mercedes-

benz.com/opensource.

Registered trademarks

Registered trademarks:

Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth®SIG Inc.

DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.

Dolby, DolbyDigital and MLP lossless are registered trademarks of DOLBY Laboratories.

BabySmart™, ESP®and PRE-SAFE®are registered trademarks of Daimler AG.

Operating safety

HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Prince.

iPod®and iTunes®are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

Burmester is a registered trademark of Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH.

Microsoft®and Windows media®are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

SIRIUS is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

HD Radio is a registered trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation.

Gracenote®is a registered trademark of Gracenote, Inc.

ZAGATSurvey®and related brands are registered trademarks of ZagatSurvey, LLC.

Google™, Google™ Street View, Google™ Panoramio and Google™ maps are registered trademarks of Google Inc.

facebook®is a registered trademark of Facebook Inc.

yelp®is a registered trademark of Yelp Inc.

Function restrictions

For safety reasons, some COMAND functions are restricted or unavailable while the vehicle is in motion. You will notice this, for example because either you will not be able to select certain menu items or COMAND will display a message to this effect.

Your COMAND equipment

These operating instructions describe all standard and optional equipment available for your COMAND system at the time of purchase. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your COMAND system may not be equipped with all the features described. This also applies to safety-relevant systems and functions. Therefore, the equipment on your COMAND system may differ from that in the descriptions and illustrations. Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

COMAND features ............................... 18

Overview .............................................. 19

Basic COMAND functions ................... 23

SPLITVIEW ........................................... 25

Multi-Seat Entertainment System ..... 28

Character entry (telephony) ............... 30

Character entry (navigation) .............. 33

At a glance

COMAND features

At a glance

all the features described. This also applies to safety-relevant systems and functions. Therefore, the equipment on your COMAND system may differ from that in the descriptions and illustrations. Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Overview

Components

COMAND display

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DVD changer/single DVD drive

Controller and buttons

COMAND consists of:

the COMAND display

The COMAND display has 1440 x 540 pixels.

the DVD changer/single DVD drive

the controller

the buttons

the touch-sensitive telephone keypad

ports in the center console (2 x USB, AUX)

An iPod®is connected via USB cable.

a universal telephone interface for the driver's mobile phone or equipment with SAP telephone module

headphones for the front passenger (cordless or connected by means of a cable to the audio jack in the footwell)

COMAND can be operated from the front-passenger side using the corresponding remote control if your vehicle is equipped with the front-passenger entertainment system. The COMAND display can show separate information for the driver and the front passenger. The front passenger views the display in SPLITVIEW.

At a glance

Functions

Radio/DAB radio

Internet radio, see Communication

Media

Media support: audio CD, MP3 CD, DVD video, 2 x USB, SD card, iPod®, Bluetooth

Overview

audio, 10 GB Media Register on the hard drive

Music search using all media

Sound system

You can select from three sound systems:

Standard sound system

Burmester®surround sound system

At a glance

Burmester high-end 3D surround sound system for ultimate listening pleasure

Navigation system

Destination entry using keyword search

Realistic 3D map with textured city models

Navitainment for passengers, e.g. Driveshow, Google Maps

Communication

Telephony via Bluetooth interface/SAP telephone module

Messaging functions (text messages, email)

Address book

Internet browser

Mercedes-Benz Apps with Google™ Local Search, Destination Download, Weather, Facebook, Google™ Street View, Internet radio, stock prices, news and much more

WLAN interface for the connection of a smartphone to COMAND and the option of remote control for the front passenger (SPLITVIEW) and the Rear Seat Entertainment System

WLAN hotspot functionality to connect a tablet PC or laptop in order to enable access to the Internet using the customer's mobile phone

Vehicle functions

Setting the multicontour seat with new massage program

Climate control functions

Controlling ambient lighting: several color and brightness level options

360° camera

Favorites button

Faster access to up to twelve favorites functions using the favorites button and the number keys on the telephone keypad

Multi-Seat Entertainment System

All passengers have access to entertainment options via COMAND

Business telephony in the rear compartment

Digital remote control operation and digital cordless headphones

COMAND display

General notes

Do not use the space in front of the display for storage. Objects placed here could damage the display or impair its function. Avoid any direct contact with the display surface. Pressure on the display surface may result in impairments to the display, which could be irreversible.

Wearing polarized sunglasses may impair your ability to read the display.

The display has an automatic temperaturecontrolled switch-off feature. The brightness is automatically reduced if the temperature is too high. The display may temporarily switch off completely.

Overview

Example: audio CD mode basic display

Status bar with time, can show other displays

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Main display field

Climate control status display

Context display in additional display area

Cleaning instructions

Do not touch the COMAND display. The display has a very sensitive high-gloss surface; there is a risk of scratching. If you have to clean the screen, however, use a mild cleaning agent and a soft, lint-free cloth.

The COMAND display must be switched off and have cooled down before you start cleaning. Clean the display screen, when necessary, with a commercially available microfiber cloth and cleaning agent for TFT/ LCD displays. Do not apply pressure to the display surface when cleaning it, as this could cause irreversible damage. Then, dry the surface with a dry microfiber cloth.

Avoid using alcoholic thinners, gasoline or abrasive cleaning agents. These could damage the display surface.

Overview

At a glance

Overview

Buttons and controller

Overview

At a glance

Switches COMAND on/off

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Adjusts the volume or mutes

Telephone keypad

Back button

Seat adjustment button

Navigation button

Radio button

Media button

Telephone, address book and Internet button

Vehicle and system settings button

Controller

g Favorites button

Back button

You can use the % button to exit a menu or to call up the basic display of the current operating mode.

To exit the menu: briefly press the % button. COMAND changes to the next higher menu level in the current operating mode.

To call up the basic display: press the

% button for longer than two seconds. COMAND changes to the basic display of the current operating mode.

Telephone keypad

The telephone keypad is touch-sensitive: as soon as one or several of the keys are gently touched, the telephone keypad is shown in the COMAND display. The key being touched is highlighted.

Basic COMAND functions

Controller

The controller is used to:

select menu items from the COMAND display

enter characters

enter a destination on the map

save entries

The controller can be:

turned

slid left or right XVY

slid forwards or back ZVÆ

slid diagonally aVb

pressed briefly or pressed and held

Basic COMAND functions

Switching COMAND on/off

Press the u button on the center console to the right of the controller. When you switch on COMAND, a warning message will appear. COMAND calls up the previously selected menu.

If you switch off COMAND, playback of the current media source will also be switched off.

Adjusting the volume for traffic announcements and navigation announcements

During traffic or navigation announcements:

Turn the thumbwheel to the right of the controller.

Press the W or X button on the multifunction steering wheel.

You can set the volume for navigation announcements to be different to the volume of the respective media source.

Adjusting the volume for phone calls

You can adjust the volume for hands-free mode during a telephone call.

Turn the thumbwheel to the right of the controller.

Press the W or X button on the multifunction steering wheel.

Setting the volume for the Voice Control System voice output, see the separate operating instructions.

At a glance

Adjusting the volume

Adjusting the volume for media sources

Turn the thumbwheel to the right of the controller.

Press the W or X button on the multifunction steering wheel. The volume of the media source currently selected changes.

Switching the sound on or off

Media source sound

Press the thumbwheel beside the controller.

Press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel.

When the sound is switched off, you will see the , symbol in the status bar. If you change the media source or change the volume, the sound is automatically switched on.

Even if the sound is switched off, you will still hear navigation system announcements.

Basic COMAND functions

Switching navigation announcements off and on again

To switch off navigation announcements: press the thumbwheel

beside the controller during the announcement. The SpokenSpoken drivingdriving recommendationsrecommendations

At a glance

have been deactivatedhave been deactivated message

appears.

To switch navigation announcements back on: switch COMAND off and then on

again (Y page 23).

Start a new route calculation (Y page 78).

Select +: while route guidance is active, show the menu and press the controller (Y page 94).

Calling up functions and their menus

Press the Õ button or the ß, $, %, or Ø button.

Media: the basic display for the last media source set appears. In the example, SD memory card mode is set.

Navigation: the map or the last navigation menu called up appears.

Radio: the basic menu of the last radio mode set appears.

Communication: the basic menu of the last communication function set appears (telephone, address book, Internet).

Vehicle functions: the basic display appears.

For radio, media and telephone: press the $, Õ or % button repeatedly. The available radio modes, media sources or communication functions are called up one after another.

To show the menu: press the controller in navigation. The menu appears in the map. The marking is in the lower menu bar.

Alternatively, in the other functions

Slide ZVÆ the controller. The menu for the selected functions appears. Depending on the operation, the marking is shown in main function bar : or menu bar ;.

To select a menu item: turn and press the controller. Once you have selected a menu item in :, the last menu set for the selected function appears.

Menu bar ; provides options in SD memory card mode.

Function menu

You can call up available modes, sources or functions for the functions of the main function bar.

Example: in the communication menu, you can:

switch to telephone mode

call up the address book

call up the Internet

call up the digital operating instructions for the telephone/®

Press the % button. If telephone mode was the last mode selected, the last telephone display selected will appear.

To select Tel/Tel/®: slide ZV and press the controller. The menu appears. PhonePhone is at the front.

Turn the controller until InternetInternet, for example, is brought to the front.

Press the controller. The Internet basic display appears.

SPLITVIEW

Method of operation

SPLITVIEW allows you to simultaneously use different COMAND functions on the frontpassenger side and on the driver's side. Different content is seen depending on your perspective when viewing the display.

SPLITVIEW

The navigation function, for example, can be used from the driver's side while a video is watched from the front-passenger side.

SPLITVIEW is operated with the COMAND remote control from the front-passenger side.

To do so, use the special radio headphones. Using the headphones on the correct sides ensures an optimal sound.

You can connect your own headphones to a special headphones jack. You can use the COMAND remote control to operate them.

Points to remember

You can only adjust the volume for the headphones supplied, directly on the headphones.

Only entertainment functions, i.e. audio, TV, video and Internet, for example, may be used with SPLITVIEW.

Videos cannot be shown on the driver's side while the vehicle is in motion.

If media from different sources are used, these can be used separately from the driver's and front-passenger sides. Example: if a medium from the DVD changer is being played on the driver's side. then another medium that is also played from the DVD changer cannot be played separately on the front-passenger side. However, other media can be used on the front-passenger side at the same time, including the radio, memory card, MEDIA REGISTER, Media Interface, USB or AUX.

If you use the same medium on both sides, you can both carry out the respective settings. The "last one wins" principle applies here, i.e. the last setting activated is favored.

The Internet can be separately used by both the driver and front passenger at the same time.

Internet can only be used if it is set and connected via a mobile phone on the driver's side.

At a glance

SPLITVIEW

The multifunction steering wheel can only be used for functions which relate to the driver's side.

The driver can lock/unlock the other screens (override feature) (Y page 63).

Switching SPLITVIEW on/off

At a glance

From the driver's side

SPLITVIEW switched on

;

To switch SPLITVIEW on/off

Activating

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

Slide V¬ the controller. The menu bar is shown.

To select ù OnOn: turn and press the controller. SPLITVIEW symbol : appears. The ù display changes to OffOff ;.

The front passenger sees the display of the function last activated. If the switch-on time was longer than 30 minutes previously, the display from the driver's side is shown.

Deactivating

To select ù OffOff in the menu bar: turn and press the controller. The ù display changes to OnOn.

ù is hidden in the status bar.

Locking/unlocking SPLITVIEW:

Proceed as described under "Locking/ unlocking the rear-compartment displays" (Y page 63). Instead of selecting a rearcompartment display, select SplitViewSplitView.

From the front-passenger side

Activating

To select the SPLITVIEW display using the COMAND remote control (Y page 241): turn thumbwheel : until the SPLITVIEW icon appears in the window.

Press the u button on the COMAND remote control.

Deactivating

Press the u button on the COMAND remote control again. The ù display changes to OnOn.

The SPLITVIEW symbol is hidden in the status bar.

The menu called up on the driver's side is shown.

If COMAND is switched off by removing the key from the ignition lock while SPLITVIEW is activated and then switched on again within 30 minutes, SPLITVIEW is activated with the last settings.

SPLITVIEW

If COMAND is switched on again after more than 30 minutes, SPLITVIEW is not activated. If SPLITVIEW is activated on the frontpassenger side, the settings from the driver's side will be used.

From media mode

SPLITVIEW can be switched on from any media mode.

Activating

From any media mode, e.g. Media Interface: slide V¬ the controller. The menu bar is shown.

To select OptionsOptions: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select Start this application inStart this application in

another locationanother location

A menu appears.

Select SplitViewSplitView. A window with the message StartingStarting

Source in SplitView…Source in SplitView… appears.

SPLITVIEW switches on. The ù symbol appears in the status bar.

To disarm

From the driver's side, use the Ø button (Y page 26).

From the front-passenger side, use the COMAND remote control.

Additional options

To select Additional Options...Additional Options... in the menu: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To switch SPLITVIEW on/off: proceed as described under "Switching the rearcompartment displays on/off" (Y page 63). Instead of selecting a rearcompartment display, select SplitViewSplitView.

To lock/unlock SPLITVIEW: proceed as described under "Locking/unlocking the rear-compartment displays" (Y page 63). Instead of selecting a rear-compartment display, select SplitViewSplitView.

Transferring a destination to the driver

Using SPLITVIEW you can select a destination from the front-passenger side and transfer this to the driver's side.

Switch on SPLITVIEW (Y page 26)

To select ù OnOn in the menu bar: turn and press the controller. The SPLITVIEW symbol appears in the display, and the ù display switches to

OffOff.

Select ® in the main function bar with the COMAND remote control. A menu appears.

Select Mercedes-Benz AppsMercedes-Benz Apps with the COMAND remote control. You see the selection of Mercedes-Benz Apps.

Select Google Local SearchGoogle Local Search with the COMAND remote control (Y page 161). A menu appears.

Select a search position, such as AtAt

current locationcurrent location.

A menu appears.

Select a type of search inquiry, such as

Enter search termEnter search term.

An input field appears.

At a glance

Multi-Seat Entertainment System

Enter the destination using the COMAND remote control and press the b button. The Google™ results list appears.

Select the destination using the COMAND remote control. A menu appears.

Select Set as DestinationSet as Destination.

At a glance

The prompt Accept the navigationAccept the navigation

data from Mercedes-Benz Apps?data from Mercedes-Benz Apps?

appears on the driver's side.

Select YesYes or NoNo. If you select YesYes, the navigation data is used for route guidance.

Multi-Seat Entertainment System

Media overview

applies here, i.e. the last setting activated is favored.

The Internet can be used separately at all operating positions.

The Internet can only be used if it is set up and connected via a telephone (Y page 158).

You can select from the following media:

Medium Function/location

AUX Devices that are

connected to the AUX socket. The AUX socket is located under the center console armrest in the rear compartment.

COMAND disc CDs or DVDs that

are inserted into COMAND at the front of the vehicle.

You can access various types of media from all operating positions in the vehicle.

The media can be connected to any jack or inserted into the various drives.

If media from different sources are used, they can be used separately from each of the operating positions. Example: a film from the DVD drive is played on the rear right-hand operating position. This means that another film from the same DVD cannot be played separately on the rear left-hand operating position. However, it is possible to use the radio, memory card, MUSIC REGISTER, Media Interface, USB, online and Internet functions or AUX.

If you use the same medium on both sides, you can both carry out the respective settings. The "last one wins" principle

COMAND memory card

Memory card inserted into COMAND in the front compartment.

COMAND Media Interface

Devices inserted into the USB ports at the front of the vehicle.

Disc CD or DVD inserted

into the CD/DVD drive in the rear compartment.

Media Register Media found in the

MEDIA REGISTER.

Media Interface 1

Media Interface 2

Devices connected to USB ports 1 and

2. USB ports 1 and 2 are located under the center console armrest in the rear compartment.

Medium Function/location

Bluetooth Audio

Devices connected with COMAND via Bluetooth®.

Devices connected with COMAND as a business telephone.

TV Television

Accessing media in the vehicle

Multi-Seat Entertainment System

At a glance

To show the menu: press the : button on the remote control.

Using the :=; buttons on the remote control, select DevicesDevices. The discs/devices available are shown. The # dot indicates the current setting.

Select the device/disc using the : 9 buttons and press the 9 button to

confirm. If the device/disc contains music or video files, these will be played.

Further information on media in the rear compartment (Y page 241).

Character entry (telephony)

Entering characters using the character bar

At a glance

Additional display area showing the telephone keypad

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Input line with entry and cursor

Character bar

In the example, a new entry is added to the phone book (Y page 137). The new entry has three input lines for entering the last name, first name and phone number.

To select a character: turn and press the controller. The character selected in = is entered in ;.

Enter the complete last name.

Alternatively, you can also enter characters using the telephone keypad (direct entry).

To delete a character: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting F.

To delete an entire entry: slide VÆ and turn the controller; then after selecting F press and hold down the controller until the entire entry is deleted.

Alternatively, you can also delete the entry using the telephone keypad.

To confirm an entry: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting¬.

Input line with cursor

Character entry (telephony)

To select an input line: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting 4 or 5.

Slide ZV the controller repeatedly until the character bar disappears.

Turn and press the controller.

To move the cursor: select the input line.

Slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting 2 or 3.

To change the character bar language: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting B. A menu appears.

To select the language: turn and press the controller.

The character bar entry functions are listed in the table.

At a glance

Symbol Function

To switch between digits and symbols

To switch the character bar to uppercase/lowercase letters

To change the character bar language

To delete a character/an entry

4, 5 To select the input line

2, 3 To move the cursor within the input line

To confirm an entry

To cancel input

Character entry (telephony)

Entering characters using the telephone keypad

At a glance

Selected number keys on the telephone keypad and their available characters

Alternatively, you can enter characters using the telephone keypad.

For example, to enter the letter cc: press the l number key briefly three times in succession. As soon as you touch the number key, the number is highlighted in the additional display area.

The character appears at the bottom of the display the first time the key is pressed and shows all the available characters. It switches to the next character each time the key is pressed.

Wait until the character display goes out. The selected character is entered in the input line.

To delete the character: press the $ button.

To delete the entire entry: press and hold the $ button until the entire entry is deleted.

Character entry (navigation)

Entering characters using the character bar

Characters STUSTU entered by the user (orange)

;

Characters BBENBBEN automatically added by COMAND

Multiple entries available for this city

To switch to keyword search

Characters not currently available

Currently selected character

Characters currently available

Character bar

The example shows the address entry (Y page 76).

To select a character: turn and press the controller. Selected character : is entered in the upper line. COMAND adds the missing characters and shows the entry that best matches the current input.

The characters are available C or not A, depending on the characters already entered and the data stored in the digital map.

Alternatively, you can also enter characters using the telephone keypad (direct entry).

To delete a character: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting F.

To delete an entire entry: slide VÆ and turn the controller; then after selecting

F press and hold down the controller until the entire entry is deleted.

Alternatively, you can also delete the

entry using the telephone keypad.

To switch to keyword search: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting ?.

To confirm an entry: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting¬.

Slide ZV the controller repeatedly until the character bar disappears. The location selection list appears. The selected entry is highlighted.

Cursor

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Entry line

The example shows the character entry when you save a destination as a navigable contact in the address book (Y page 77).

To select an input line: slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting 4 or 5.

Slide ZV the controller repeatedly until the character bar disappears.

Turn and press the controller.

To move the cursor: select the input line.

Slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting 2 or 3.

At a glance

Character entry (navigation)

At a glance

The example shows the keyword search during the destination entry.

To change the character bar language:

slide VÆ and turn the controller, then press it after selecting B. A menu appears.

To select the language: turn and press the controller. The character set for the selected language is set.

The character bar entry functions are listed in the table.

Symbol Function

4, 5 To select the input line

2, 3 To move the cursor within the

To switch between digits and symbols

To switch the character bar to uppercase/lowercase letters

To change the character bar language

To delete a character/an entry

To switch to keyword search (Y page 79)

input line

To confirm an entry

To cancel input

Character entry (navigation)

Entering characters using the telephone keypad

Selected number keys on the telephone keypad and their available characters

Alternatively, you can enter characters using the telephone keypad.

For example, to enter the letter II: press the n number key briefly three times in succession. As soon as you touch the number key, the number is highlighted in the additional display area :.

The character appears at the bottom of display : the first time the key is pressed and shows all the available characters. It switches to the next character each time the key is pressed.

Wait until the character display goes out. The selected character is entered in the input line.

To delete the character: press the $ button.

To delete an entire entry: press and hold the $ button until the entire entry is deleted.

At a glance

Your COMAND equipment .................. 38

Display settings .................................. 38

Time settings ....................................... 40

Text reader settings ............................ 41

Voice Control System settings .......... 41

WLAN ................................................... 42

Bluetooth®settings ............................ 44

Setting the system language ............. 45

Assigning a favorites button .............. 45

Importing/exporting data .................. 47

Reset function ..................................... 48

System settings

Display settings

Your COMAND equipment

System settings

have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Display settings

Setting the brightness

The brightness detected by the display light sensor affects the setting options for this function.

The display brightness can be adjusted individually for the two COMAND displays at night using the control.

Display design

The COMAND display features optimized designs for operation during daytime and night-time hours. You can set the design by manually selecting day or night design or opt for an automatic setting.

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select DisplayDisplay: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select Day ModeDay Mode, Night ModeNight Mode or

AutomaticAutomatic.

The # dot indicates the current setting.

Design Explanation

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select DisplayDisplay: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select BrightnessBrightness. A control appears.

Select the desired brightness.

Day ModeDay Mode

The display is set permanently to day design.

Night ModeNight Mode

The display is set permanently to night design.

AutomaticAutomatic If the AutomaticAutomatic setting

is selected, COMAND evaluates the readings from the automatic vehicle light sensor and automatically switches between the display designs.

Display settings

Additional display area

The additional display area comprises the left-hand third of the COMAND display. You can choose content information depending on the context. For instance, you can select an album cover in media mode or a permanent display, such as a small navigation map, in the additional area on the display.

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select DisplayDisplay: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select Additional Display AreaAdditional Display Area. A menu appears.

Select Context-dependentContext-dependent, Navigation MapNavigation Map, Entertainment InformationEntertainment Information, DataData

Connection InformationConnection Information, SIRIUS WeatherSIRIUS Weather or ConsumptionConsumption.

The # dot indicates the current setting.

Context-dependentContext-dependent

The additional area shows one of the following depending on the context, e.g. album cover in media mode.

Navigation MapNavigation Map

The navigation map is shown in the additional area.

Entertainment InformationEntertainment Information

Entertainment information is shown in the additional area, e.g. album cover, artist and track.

Data Connection InformationData Connection Information

Data connection information is shown in the additional area.

SIRIUS WeatherSIRIUS Weather

SIRIUS weather information is shown in the additional area.

ConsumptionConsumption

System settings

Time settings

Consumption information is shown in the additional area.

Time settings

General information

When there is GPS reception, COMAND sets the time and date automatically. You can also adjust the time yourself in minute increments, but the date cannot be changed.

If you adjust the time in minute increments, any time zone settings and settings for changing between summer and

System settings

standard time are lost. The tick next to

Automatic TimeAutomatic Time is removed. Switching

between summer and standard time (Y page 41).

i The following navigation system functions

require the time, time zone and summer/ standard time to be set correctly in order to work properly:

route guidance on routes with timedependent traffic guidance

calculation of expected time of arrival

With this function, you can set the time for every display in the vehicle.

Setting the time manually

To select Set Time ManuallySet Time Manually: turn and press the controller.

Set the desired time. The time is accepted.

Setting the time/date format

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select TimeTime: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select FormatFormat: turn and press the controller. The # dot indicates the current setting.

Select the desired format.

Abbreviation Meaning

DDDD . MMMM . YYYYYYYY

Day . Month . Year

(date format, four digits)

YYYYYYYY/MMMM/DDDD

Year/Month/Day

date format, year (all four digits)

DDDD/MMMM/YYYYYYYY

Day/Month/Year

date format, year (all four digits)

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select TimeTime: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

HHHH : MM (24 hrs)MM (24 hrs)

HHHH : MM (AM/PM)MM (AM/PM)

Hours : Minutes

(24 hour time format)

Hours : Minutes

(AM/PM time format)

Voice Control System settings

Adjusting the time zone and switching to Daylight Savings Time (Summer)

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select TimeTime: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Time ZoneTime Zone: turn and press the controller. A list of countries or time zones appears. The # dot indicates the current setting.

Select a country or a time zone. A time zone list may also be displayed, depending on the country selected.

Select the desired time zone. The entry for the Automatic TimeAutomatic Time is accepted.

To activate/deactivate automatic time:

Press the Ø button.

To select TimeTime: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Automatic TimeAutomatic Time: press the controller. Checking the box switches the function on O or off ª.

To switch on: the menu item is switched on as the default setting. If AutomaticAutomatic

TimeTime is reactivated, the previous settings

for time zone and summer time changeover are selected.

To switch off: the time zone is deselected and the summer time is switched off. If

AutomaticAutomatic is set for the summer time

changeover, a prompt will appear asking whether this should be maintained.

To select YesYes or NoNo: turn the controller and press to confirm. If you select YesYes, the settings will not be changed.

If you select NoNo, the settings will be switched OffOff.

You can set the time manually using

FormatFormat and Set Time ManuallySet Time Manually.

Subsequent operation depends on whether the navigation system has GPS reception and whether the changeover function to summer time is available.

To switch manually:

To select OnOn or OffOff: turn and press the controller. The # dot indicates the current setting.

To switch automatically:

Select AutomaticAutomatic. The entry for the Automatic TimeAutomatic Time is accepted.

Text reader settings

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Text Reader SpeedText Reader Speed: turn the controller and press to confirm. A list appears.

Select FastFast, MediumMedium or SlowSlow. The # dot indicates the current setting.

Voice Control System settings

Opening/closing the help window

The help window also shows you information on audible instructions:

during individualization

during subsequent operation of the Voice Control System.

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Voice ControlVoice Control: turn the controller and press to confirm.

System settings

WLAN

Select Help WindowHelp Window. You have switched the help window on O or off ª.

More information on the Voice Control System is available in the separate operating instructions.

Individualization

Using individualization, you can fine-tune the Voice Control System to your own voice. This will help improve voice recognition (see the

System settings

separate operating instructions).

WLAN

Overview

Conditions:

To establish a WLAN connection between COMAND Online and a WLAN-enabled device, such as a tablet computer or smartphone:

WLAN must be activated at COMAND Online and at the device to be connected.

If COMAND Online is to be used as a WLAN hotspot:

COMAND Online must be connected to an Internet-enabled mobile phone via Bluetooth®or USB.

The Internet access data for the mobile phone network provider must be selected or set for COMAND Online.

There must be an Internet connection to COMAND Online.

Activating WLAN

To select VehicleVehicle in the main function bar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To switch to the menu bar: slide V¬ the controller.

Select System SettingsSystem Settings. The system settings menu is shown.

Select WiFiWiFi. The WLAN menu appears.

Select ActivateActivate.

Press the controller. Switch the connection on O or off ª, depending on the previous setting.

Connecting the device

General notes

The exact WLAN connection procedure may vary depending on the device to be connected. Follow the instructions that are shown in the display. Further information can be found on the operating instructions for the device you wish to connect.

WLAN

Connecting a device via WPS PIN

Prerequisite:

For this type of connection, the device to be connected must support "Connect using WPS PIN".

To select VehicleVehicle in the main function bar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To switch to the menu bar: slide V¬ the controller.

Select System SettingsSystem Settings. The system settings menu is shown.

Select WiFiWiFi. The WLAN menu appears.

Select Connect Via WPS PINConnect Via WPS PIN.

Select the vehicle from the device to be connected and "Connect using WPS PIN". The vehicle is displayed with the SSID MBMB

WLAN XXXXXWLAN XXXXX.

The device to be connected generates a PIN.

This PIN is also entered on COMAND.

Connecting the device by pressing a button (push button)

Prerequisite:

For this type of connection, the device to be connected must support "Connect via push button".

To select VehicleVehicle in the main function bar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To switch to the menu bar: slide V¬ the controller.

Select System SettingsSystem Settings. The system settings menu is shown.

Select WiFiWiFi. The WLAN menu appears.

Select Connect via WPS PBCConnect via WPS PBC.

Select the vehicle from the device to be connected and "Connect via WPS PBC". The vehicle is displayed with the SSID MBMB

WLAN XXXXXWLAN XXXXX.

Select ContinueContinue on COMAND.

Connecting the device via SSID and security key

Example display

To select VehicleVehicle in the main function bar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To switch to the menu bar: slide V¬ the controller.

Select System SettingsSystem Settings. The system settings menu is shown.

Select WiFiWiFi. The WLAN menu appears.

Select Connect Using Security KeyConnect Using Security Key.

Select the vehicle from the device to be connected. The vehicle is displayed with the SSID MB WLAN XXXXXMB WLAN XXXXX.

System settings

Bluetooth®settings

Enter the security key that appears on the COMAND display for the device to be connected.

Confirm the entry.

Generating a new security key

System settings

Example display

To select VehicleVehicle in the main function bar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To switch to the menu bar: slide V¬ the controller.

Select System SettingsSystem Settings. The system settings menu appears.

Select WiFiWiFi. The WLAN menu appears.

Select Generate Security KeyGenerate Security Key.

Select RegenerateRegenerate. A dialog for entering the security key appears.

Enter the new security key.

Select ¬.

Press the controller. The new security key will now be displayed and verified when a connection is established via the security key.

Device connections established using the previous security key will no longer work after the security key is changed. You have to reconnect these devices (Y page 42).

Changing the name of the SSID

Example display

To select VehicleVehicle in the main function bar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To switch to the menu bar: slide V¬ the controller.

Select System SettingsSystem Settings. The system settings menu is shown.

Select WiFiWiFi. The WLAN menu appears.

Select Change SSIDChange SSID. A dialog for entering the SSID appears.

Enter new SSID.

Select ¬.

Press the controller. The vehicle with the new SSID will now be shown on the device when a connection is established.

Device connections established using the previous SSID will no longer work after the SSID is changed. You have to reconnect these devices (Y page 42).

Bluetooth®settings

General information about Bluetooth

Bluetooth®-capable devices, e.g. mobile phones, have to comply with a certain profile in order to be connected to COMAND. Every Bluetooth®device has its own specific Bluetooth®name.

Bluetooth®technology is a standard for short-range wireless data transmissions up to approximately 10 meters. You can use Bluetooth®to connect your mobile phone to COMAND, to use the hands-free system, establish an Internet connection, listen to music using Bluetooth®Audio or to exchange vCards, for example.

Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) Inc.

Activating/deactivating Bluetooth

Press the Ø button.

The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Activate BluetoothActivate Bluetooth: turn and press the controller. This switches Bluetooth®on O or off ª.

Setting the system language

This function allows you to determine the language for the menu displays and the navigation messages. The selected language affects the characters available for entry.

The navigation announcements are not available in all languages. If a language is not available, the navigation announcements will be in English.

When you set the system language, the language of the Voice Control System will change accordingly. If it is not supported by the Voice Control System, English will be selected.

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Assigning a favorites button

To select LanguageLanguage: turn and press the controller. The list of languages appears. The # dot indicates the current setting.

Select the desired language. COMAND loads the selected language and sets it.

Assigning a favorites button

Press the Ø button. The system menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬ and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Favorite FunctionsFavorite Functions: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Assign FunctionAssign Function: press the controller. The list of predefined functions appears.

To select the desired function, e.g.

EntertainmentEntertainment: turn and press the

controller. A menu appears.

Select the desired function, e.g. PlayPlay

More Like ThisMore Like This.

A menu with the prompt Please selectPlease select

a favorites button:a favorites button: appears.

To select the desired button, e.g. m: turn and press the controller. A message appears stating that the button has been assigned the selected function.

A message appears for certain functions,

e.g. Assign station or media sourceAssign station or media source. This explains how you can save the desired station directly using the favorites function menu in three steps.

If you are in the favorite functions menu, you can assign a desired favorites button by pressing and holding the relevant number key, e.g. s, on the telephone keypad (Y page 22) until you hear a tone.

System settings

Assigning a favorites button

Overview of all current favorites:

Press the Ø button. The system menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬ and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Favorite FunctionsFavorite Functions: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select Overview of all currentOverview of all current

favoritesfavorites.

An overview of all the current favorites

System settings

appears.

To change the alias:

Press the Ø button. The system menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬ and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Favorite FunctionsFavorite Functions: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select Change AliasChange Alias. A menu with the prompt Please selectPlease select

a favorites button:a favorites button: appears.

Select the desired favorites, e.g. n.

Enter the desired alias and select b. The alias is changed.

Up to six characters are available for the alias. An entry with fewer characters is also possible.

To call up a favorite:

Press the g button. You call up the favorites functions menu. The g symbol lights up.

Press a favorites button, e.g. n. This calls up the predefined function.

To exit the favorites function menu:

press the g button. The favorite functions menu is closed.

If you have pressed the g button and do not press any other buttons, the

favorites functions menu is exited automatically after 16 seconds.

To reset favorite(s):

Press the Ø button. The system menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬ and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Favorite FunctionsFavorite Functions: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select Reset Favorite(s)Reset Favorite(s). A menu with the prompt Please selectPlease select

a favorites button:a favorites button: appears.

Select the desired favorites, e.g. p or

Reset AllReset All.

A prompt appears asking whether you wish to reset.

Select YesYes or NoNo. If you select YesYes, the favorite is reset to its pre-installed favorite function.

If you select NoNo, the process will be canceled.

You can select the following predefined functions in a menu, for example:

Off - Spoken DrivingOff - Spoken Driving Recommendations On/OffRecommendations On/Off: you can

switch the current driving recommendations on/off.

Sound - Sound MenuSound - Sound Menu: you can call up the

sound settings.

Apps - Mercedes-Benz AppsApps - Mercedes-Benz Apps: you can

call up the apps for online and Internet functions.

You can also assign the favorites button directly from a relevant function, such as in the address book (Y page 152) or from the radio menu (Y page 181).

Importing/exporting data

General notes

Never remove the stick or card when writing data to the USB stick or the memory card. You may otherwise lose data.

Using this function, you can:

transfer your personal COMAND data from one system/vehicle to another.

make a backup copy of your personal data (export data) and load it again (import data).

protect your data from unwanted export by activating a pin prompt (presetting: deactivated ª).

You can either use an SD memory card or a USB storage device (e.g. a USB stick) as temporary storage.

Activating/deactivating PIN protection

Importing/exporting data

To enter the 4-digit PIN and select ¬: turn and press the controller. You will be prompted to enter the PIN again.

Enter the PIN again and select ¬. The PIN prompt now protects your personal data from unwanted export.

If you deactivate your PIN protection, you will first be prompted to enter your PIN. If you have forgotten your PIN, an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center can deactivate your PIN protection for you. Alternatively, you can deactivate PIN protection by resetting your personal COMAND data (Y page 48).

System settings

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Data Import/ExportData Import/Export: turn and press the controller.

Select Activate PIN ProtectionActivate PIN Protection. Activate O or deactivate ª PIN protection. When activating PIN protection, you will be prompted to enter a PIN.

Importing/exporting data

Insert the SD memory card (Y page 195).

Connect a USB device (e.g. a USB memory stick) (Y page 195).

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

Reset function

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬ and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select Data Import/ExportData Import/Export: turn and press the controller.

Select Import DataImport Data or Export DataExport Data.

If you import data such as address data, the existing data on COMAND is overwritten. You will see a message to this effect. COMAND is restarted after the data import.

System settings

If PIN protection is activated, a PIN prompt appears when you select Export DataExport Data.

To enter the PIN: turn the controller and press ¬. PIN protection is deactivated.

To select Memory CardMemory Card, USB 1USB 1 or USB 2USB 2: turn and press the controller. This function exports all the data to the selected disc.

A window appears with the message that the data has been exported.

You can export address data, bookmarks, system settings that you have made and radio station lists, for example.

Personal music files in the MEDIA REGISTER cannot be saved and imported again using this function.

Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of data.

Reset function

You can completely reset COMAND to the factory settings. Amongst other things, this will delete all personal COMAND data. This includes the station presets, entries in the destination memory and in the list of previous destinations in the navigation system and address book entries. In addition, an activated PIN protection, which you have used to protect your data against unwanted export, will be deactivated. Resetting is recommended before selling or transferring ownership of your vehicle, for example.

Data on the internal hard drive, e.g. music files in the MEDIA REGISTER, will be deleted. You can also delete music files from the MEDIA REGISTER using the "Delete all media files" function (Y page 206).

Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of data.

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: slide V¬, turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

To select ResetReset: turn the controller and press to confirm. A prompt appears asking whether you wish to reset.

Select YesYes or NoNo. If you select NoNo, the process will be canceled.

If you select YesYes, a prompt will appear again asking whether you really wish to reset.

Select YesYes or NoNo. If you select YesYes, a message will be shown. COMAND is reset to the factory settings and restarted.

If you select NoNo, the process will be canceled.

Your COMAND equipment .................. 50

Vehicle settings .................................. 50

Seats .................................................... 55

Climate control settings ..................... 59

Child-proof locks ................................. 63

360° camera ....................................... 64

Rear view camera ............................... 64

Vehicle functions

Vehicle settings

Your COMAND equipment

Vehicle functions

Vehicle settings

Calling up vehicle settings

Exiting the vehicle settings:

To select &: slide V¬ and press the controller.

Ambient lighting

General notes

i You can set the following for the ambient

lighting:

Zone

The zone setting determines the area in which the brightness setting is to be applied. If the Complete zone is selected for longer than 0.5 seconds, the brightness of the Front zone is adopted for the entire vehicle.

Brightness

This setting makes an additional change to the brightness of the ambient lighting. The brightness change is only effective for the selected zone. For this reason, the zone for which the brightness change is to be active must be selected first.

Color

This setting changes the color of the ambient lighting.

Press the Ø button on the controller. The vehicle menu is displayed.

To select Vehicle SettingsVehicle Settings: turn and press the controller. The menu for the vehicle settings is active.

To select the desired vehicle setting: turn and press the controller. The main area with the setting element is active.

Selecting a different vehicle setting:

To activate the menu for selecting the vehicle setting: slide VZ the controller.

Setting the brightness of the zones

Vehicle settings

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Ambient Light: BrightnessAmbient Light: Brightness: turn and press the controller. The left-hand setting element is active. The brightness value for the currently selected zone is displayed.

To change the brightness value: turn the controller.

To select a zone: slide VY and turn the controller.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Setting the color

Once a color is set, it is used for all zones. The brightness of the color used can be set separately for each zone.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Ambient Light: ColorAmbient Light: Color: turn and press the controller. The setting element is active.

To select a color: turn the controller.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Ambient Light DisplayAmbient Light Display: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

The brightness can be changed using the

control between the two displays.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Setting the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature

The EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature makes getting in and out of your vehicle easier.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Easy Entry/ExitEasy Entry/Exit: turn and press the controller. The setting element is active.

To change the setting: turn the controller.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Vehicle functions

Activating/deactivating the ambient lighting display

This display lighting adjustment function is only available if the vehicle is not equipped with the "Ambient lighting" package.

Vehicle settings

Activating/deactivating the panel heating

The panel heating function warms the surfaces with which the vehicle occupants frequently come into contact. Activation of

Vehicle functions

the panel heating using COMAND as described below only works if seat heating is activated (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Panel HeatingPanel Heating: turn and press the controller.

To change the setting: turn the controller.

Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking confirmation

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Activating/deactivating the seat-belt adjustment function

The seat-belt adjustment function adjusts the driver's and front-passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Belt AdjustmentBelt Adjustment: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

You can also set an audible signal to confirm that the vehicle has been locked.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Acoustic Lock FeedbackAcoustic Lock Feedback: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

Activating/deactivating the automatic folding mirror function

When the "Automatic mirror folding" function is activated, the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as soon as you lock the vehicle from the outside. The exterior mirrors fold out

Vehicle settings

automatically again as soon as you unlock the vehicle.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Automatic Mirror FoldingAutomatic Mirror Folding: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Switching locator lighting on/off

If the locator illumination (surround lighting) is switched on, as well as the turn signals, the headlamps will also light up briefly when the vehicle is unlocked.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Locator LightingLocator Lighting: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Switching the automatic locking feature on/off

When the automatic locking feature is activated, the vehicle is locked automatically when the ignition is switched on and the vehicle is traveling faster than walking pace.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Automatic LockingAutomatic Locking: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Setting the delayed switch-off time

Interior lighting delayed switch-off

Vehicle functions

The interior lighting is activated for the duration of the delayed switch-off time when the key is removed from the ignition lock.

Vehicle settings

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Interior Lighting DelayedInterior Lighting Delayed

Switch-offSwitch-off: turn and press the controller.

The setting element is active.

To change the delayed switch-off time: turn the controller.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Exterior lighting delayed switch-off

Vehicle functions

The surround lighting is activated for the duration of the delayed switch-off time when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote control key.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Exterior Lighting DelayedExterior Lighting Delayed

Switch-offSwitch-off: turn and press the controller.

The setting element is active.

To change the delayed switch-off time: turn the controller.

You can find further information in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Arming/deactivating the tow-away alarm

An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your vehicle's angle of inclination is altered while the tow-away alarm is armed. This can occur if the vehicle is jacked up on one side, for example.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Tow-away AlarmTow-away Alarm: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

Arming/deactivating the interior motion sensor

When the interior motion sensor is armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered if movement is detected in the vehicle interior. This can occur if someone reaches into the vehicle interior without authorization, for example.

Seats

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Interior Motion SensorInterior Motion Sensor: turn and press the controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

Activating/deactivating the trunk lid opening height restriction

Activating the trunk lid opening height restriction allows you to avoid bumping the trunk lid on a low garage ceiling, for example.

Call up vehicle settings (Y page 50).

To select Trunk Opening-heightTrunk Opening-height

RestrictionRestriction: turn and press the

controller. The function switches on or off, depending on the previous setting.

Seats

Overview

Using the T button next to the controller or the seat settings menu item in the vehicle menu, you can call up the following adjustment functions:

backrest side bolsters

lumbar

shoulder area

massage

dynamics

seat heating balance

You also can save and call up the current settings of a seat function using the memory button and the corresponding memory position switch (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

The massage function cannot be started or stopped using the memory button.

Selecting the adjustment function and seat

Press the T button. The seat settings menu is shown.

To select VehicleVehicle in the main function bar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To select Seat SettingsSeat Settings from the menu: turn the controller and press to confirm. The menu for selecting seat functions is activated.

To select the required seat function: turn and press the controller.

To switch between the DriverDriver and FrontFront

PassengerPassenger: slide XVY the controller.

Vehicle functions

Seats

Adjustment functions

Adjusting the backrest side bolsters

Call up the seat functions (Y page 55).

To select Backrest SidesBackrest Sides: turn and press the controller.

Vehicle functions

To select the seat: slide XVY the controller.

To change the setting: turn the controller. You will see the changes you have made in the settings display.

To exit the menu: press the % button.

Adjusting the seat contour in the lumbar region of the seat backrest

To activate the setting element: press the controller.

To change the setting: slide ZV¬ or XVY the controller.

The change will be visible in the setting element.

To exit the menu: press the % button.

Adjusting the shoulder area

Call up the seat functions (Y page 55).

To select the ShouldersShoulders: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To select the seat: slide XVY the controller.

To change the setting: turn the controller. You will see the changes you have made in the settings display.

To exit the menu: press the % button.

This function allows you to adjust the air cushions in the lumbar region of the backrest (4-way lumbar support).

Call up the seat functions (Y page 55).

To select LumbarLumbar: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To select the seat: slide XVY the controller.

Adjusting the driving dynamics

Call up the seat functions (Y page 55).

To select the seat: slide XVY the controller.

To select Dynamic Multicontour SeatDynamic Multicontour Seat: turn the controller and press to confirm.

You can select:

00: Off

11: Level 1 (weak)

22: Level 2 (strong)

To select the setting: turn the controller.

To exit the menu: press the % button.

Seat heating balance

The Balance function controls the distribution of heat on the seat backrest and cushion.

The balance function influences the currently set heating level of the seat heating (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

Call up the seat functions (Y page 55).

To select Seat Heating BalanceSeat Heating Balance: turn and press the controller.

To select the seat: slide XVY the controller.

To change the setting: turn the controller. You will see the changes you have made in the settings display.

The settings represent the following:

00 — the backrest and seat cushion are

evenly heated according to the setting selected with the seat heating button.

11 to 33 —the heat output to the seat cushion

is reduced one level at a time.

-1-1 to -3-3 — the heat output to the backrest

is reduced one level at a time.

To exit the menu: press the % button.

Seats

Massage programs

Overview

You can select the following massage programs:

1: Hot Relaxing Massage, Back1: Hot Relaxing Massage, Back

Relaxing massage program starting in the pelvic area, warm pressure points can be felt, full back massage, stretching the pelvic area, ending with gentle soothing movements

2: Hot Relaxing Massage, Shoulders2: Hot Relaxing Massage, Shoulders

Relaxing massage program starting in the pelvic area, warm pressure points can be felt, full back massage, stretching the pelvic area, ending with gentle soothing movements

3: Activating Massage3: Activating Massage

Activating massage through increasing twin-waves and then soothing movements

4: Classic Massage4: Classic Massage

Massage with increasing waves, soothing movements

5: Mobilizing Massage5: Mobilizing Massage

Mobilization of the spinal column and the complete upper body by means of pressure point mobilizing massage at chest height

6: Active Workout6: Active Workout

The Active Workout program requires your active participation. It is suitable for training your stomach muscles during a traffic jam, for example, by means of targeted tensing and relaxing. You can use the program to be sporty in the vehicle.

Vehicle functions

Seats

As soon as you feel a pressure point in the backrest cushion, this indicates that you should press against this point.

As soon as you feel pressure on your back, press against it.

Keep the pressure under your feet even. Do not wedge yourself against the pedals.

You will feel how your stomach muscles tense.

Continue to breath normally, do not hold your breath.

When the pressure in the backrest cushion stops, stop pressing against it and relax briefly.

Vehicle functions

Selecting a massage program

Resetting all adjustments

Call up the seat functions (Y page 55).

Select a seat (Y page 55).

To select ResetReset: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To select the seat: slide XVY the controller.

To reset: press the controller. A prompt appears.

To select YesYes or NoNo: turn the controller and press to confirm. If you select NoNo, the process will be canceled.

After you select YesYes, all seat adjustments are reset to the default values (factory setting).

Call up the seat functions (Y page 55).

To select MassageMassage: turn the controller and press to confirm.

To select the seat: slide XVY the controller.

To select a massage program (1 to 6): turn and press the controller. The massage program runs for approximately 15 to 25 minutes, depending on the setting.

To change the massage intensity: turn the controller to : and press to confirm. The intensity changes between gentle and vigorous each time the controller is pressed.

To exit the menu: press the % button.

Climate control settings

Basic settings

Climate control bar

Climate control settings

Airflow left and right, displayed as J and the current setting, e.g. 1.

Air distribution left and right, displayed by the current setting, e.g. O.

Switching climate control on/off

Climate control bar

Adjusts temperature, airflow and air distribution, left, as well as displaying the current setting

;

Calls up the climate control menu, displays the current cooling and climate mode setting (airflow setting)

Adjusts temperature, airflow and air distribution, right, as well as displaying the current setting

Calling up the climate control menu:

To switch to the climate control bar: slide V¬ the controller.

To select from climate control bar ;: turn and press the controller. The menu for selecting climate control functions is activated.

To select the desired climate control function: turn and press the controller. The selected climate control function appears.

The following climate control functions can also be called up directly from the climate control bar:

Temperature, left and right, displayed as the actual temperature, e.g. 20 †.

Temperature, left and right, displayed as the actual temperature, e.g. 68 ‡ (20 †).

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To switch to the footer: slide V¬ the controller.

To select ClimateClimate CtrlCtrl OnOn: turn and press the controller.

Switch the climate control function on O or off ª. If climate control is switched off, the adjustment functions are deactivated.

Synchronizing the climate control settings

With the synchronize option, you can decide whether you wish to activate the climate control settings for all zones together or separately.

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To switch to the footer: slide V¬ the controller.

To select Sync.Sync.: turn the controller and press to confirm.

Switch the synchronization function on O (left and right synchronized) or off ª (left and right separate).

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Climate control settings

With the synchronization function switched off, you can alternate between driver and front passenger.

To switch from the footer to the main area: slide VZ the controller.

To switch between left and right: slide XVY the controller. Not all climate control functions allow switching between the driver and front passenger.

The synchronize function can also be deactivated by sliding the controller to the left or right in the setting area. The setting elements for the driver and front passenger are then shown separately once again.

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Further information (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

Switching to the rear-compartment air conditioning setting

You can also set the rear-compartment air conditioning from the front.

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To switch to the footer: slide V¬ the controller.

To select the Rear SettingRear Setting: turn and press the controller.

You switch to the rear-compartment air conditioning setting. The vehicle interior display changes accordingly.

To switch the setting back to the front again: select Return to FrontReturn to Front. After a short time, COMAND automatically switches the adjustment functions back to the front.

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To switch to the footer: slide V¬ the controller.

To select A/CA/C: turn and press the controller.

Switch cooling with air dehumidification on O or off ª.

The current status of the cooling function is displayed in the climate control bar: AC on – activated, AC off – deactivated (Y page 59).

Setting the temperature

To select the current temperature in the climate control bar on the left or right: turn and press the controller. The temperature setting scale appears.

To change the setting: turn the controller.

To close the temperature setting scale: press the controller.

You can also set the temperature using the climate control menu, i.e. as described for setting the footwell temperature (Y page 61).

Switching cooling with air dehumidification on/off

Activating the cooling with air dehumidification facilitates the cooling of the vehicle interior even with high outside temperatures.

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Setting the airflow

To select J on the left or right in the climate control bar: turn and press the controller. The airflow setting scale appears.

To change the setting: turn the controller.

To close the temperature setting scale: press the controller.

You can also set the airflow using the climate control menu, i.e. as described for setting the footwell temperature (Y page 61).

Setting the air distribution

for setting the footwell temperature (Y page 61).

Further settings

Adjusting the footwell temperature

The footwell temperature can be lowered or increased in comparison with the temperature setting in the front.

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To select Adjust FootwellAdjust Footwell: turn and press the controller.

If necessary, change sides: slide XVY the controller.

To change the setting: turn and press the controller.

Exiting a menu

Press the % button.

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To select the current air distribution display on the left or right in the climate control bar, e.g. O: turn and press the controller. The air distribution setting scale appears.

To change the setting: turn the controller.

To close the temperature setting scale: press the controller.

You can also set the air distribution using the climate control menu, i.e. as described

Adjusting the climate mode settings

By setting the climate mode, you determine the strength of the airflow based on the air

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distribution set. The setting is only active when the air-conditioning system is set to "AUTO".

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To select Climate ModeClimate Mode: turn and press the controller.

If necessary, change sides: slide XVY the controller.

To change the setting: turn and press the controller.

Exiting a menu

Press the % button.

The current climate mode setting is set in

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the climate control bar: DIFFUSE, MEDIUM or FOCUS (Y page 59).

Starting/stopping the perfume atomizer

Switching the ionization on/off

The ionization has a cleansing effect on the air in the vehicle interior. Further information (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To select IonizationIonization: turn and press the controller. You switch it on or off, depending on the previous status.

Exiting a menu

Press the % button.

Auxiliary heating

The perfume atomizer makes it possible to scent the air in individual compartments in the vehicle interior. Further information (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To select Air FreshenerAir Freshener: turn and press the controller. Depending on the previous status, you start or stop the perfume atomizer.

To set the intensity: turn the controller when the atomizer is switched on.

Exiting a menu

Press the % button.

You can pre-set three departure times for automatic activation of the auxiliary heating.

Selecting the pre-set time:

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To select Auxiliary HeatingAuxiliary Heating: turn and press the controller.

Turn the controller.

Child-proof locks

Changing the pre-set time:

Call up the climate control menu (Y page 59).

To select Auxiliary HeatingAuxiliary Heating: turn and press the controller.

To select the departure time that will be changed: turn and press the controller. A menu for changing the time opens.

To select the required setting element (analog clock, hours or minutes): slide V Z and VYthe controller.

To change the setting: turn the controller.

To exit the menu: press the controller.

Child-proof locks

Switching the rear compartment displays on/off

The function serves to switch the rear compartment display on/off as well as to lock/unlock it.

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select Parental ControlParental Control: turn and press the controller. The menu to select the side in the rear compartment is activated.

Select Rear LeftRear Left or Rear RightRear Right.

To switch DisplayDisplay on/off: turn the controller.

Exiting the vehicle settings:

To select &: slide V¬ and press the controller.

Locking/unlocking rear compartment displays

Press the Ø button. The Vehicle menu appears.

To select Parental ControlParental Control: turn and press the controller. The menu to select the side in the rear compartment is activated.

Select Rear LeftRear Left or Rear RightRear Right.

To select LockLock to lock/unlock the rear compartment displays: slide VY and press the controller. The display is locked, a corresponding message with & appears on the screen.

UnlockUnlock appears in the display.

Exiting the vehicle settings:

To select &: slide V¬ and press the controller.

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Unlocked left rear compartment display

;

Control to lock/unlock the display

Control to switch the display on/off

The volume can still be adjusted if you have locked the rear compartment display. It can also be switched on/off using the integrated switch.

Rear view camera

360° camera

Important notes

The 360° camera is only an aid. It is not a replacement for your attention to your immediate surroundings. You are always responsible for safe maneuvering and parking. Make sure that no persons or animals are in the maneuvering range.

Overview

The 360° camera surveys the vehicle surroundings and assists you, for example when parking or at exits with reduced visibility.

Vehicle functions

For a detailed description of the 360° camera, see the separate vehicle Operator's Manual.

Settings for the COMAND 360° camera

Activating/deactivating using the reverse gear:

Press the Ø button on the controller. The vehicle menu is displayed.

To switch to the menu bar: slide V¬ the controller.

To select SettingsSettings: turn and press the controller.

Select 360° Camera360° Camera.

Select Activation by R gearActivation by R gear. The function is switched on O or off ª, depending on the previous status.

When you activate this function, the image from the 360° camera is displayed when you select reverse gear. The other activation options are always available as well.

Opening the camera cover:

To select Open Camera CoverOpen Camera Cover: turn and press the controller.

Displaying the 360° camera image

The 360° camera image can be displayed if:

your vehicle is equipped with a 360° camera and

COMAND is switched on (Y page 23) and

the 360° Camera360° Camera function is activated

Displaying the image of the 360° camera:

Press the Ø button on the controller. A menu appears.

Select 360° Camera360° Camera. The 360° camera image appears in splitscreen mode.

If the function is activated, the COMAND display automatically switches back to the previously selected display as soon as you shift out of the forward or reverse gear, or if the vehicle exceeds a speed of approx. 30 km/h.

Manually switching the display

To select &: slide V¬ and press the controller.

Rear view camera

The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a replacement for your attention to your immediate surroundings. You are always responsible for safe maneuvering and parking. When maneuvering or parking, make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the area in which you are maneuvering.

The image from the rear view camera is shown in the COMAND display when reverse gear is engaged if:

your vehicle is equipped with a rear view camera

COMAND is switched on

the Activation by R gearActivation by R gear function is activated

If the function is activated, the COMAND display will automatically switch back to the

Rear view camera

previously selected display as soon as you shift out of reverse gear.

You can find further information about the rear view camera in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Switch on COMAND (Y page 23).

Press the Ø button. The vehicle menu is displayed.

Slide VÆ the controller.

To select System SettingsSystem Settings: turn and press the controller.

Select Rear View CameraRear View Camera. The rear view camera menu appears.

Select Activation by R gearActivation by R gear. The function is switched on O or off ª, depending on the previous status.

When you start the vehicle and engage reverse gear, the camera cover opens automatically if the function is activated. The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND display with guide lines (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

The rear view camera can detect moving and stationary objects. If, for example, a pedestrian or another vehicle is detected, these objects are marked with bars. The system is only able to detect and mark stationary objects when your vehicle is moving. By contrast, stationary objects will always be detected and marked.

Switching object detection on/off

To select Object DetectionObject Detection in the rear view camera menu: turn and press the controller. The function is switched on O or off ª, depending on the previous status.

Opening the camera cover for cleaning

To select Open Camera CoverOpen Camera Cover in the rear view camera menu: turn and press the controller. The PleasePlease Wait...Wait... message appears for approximately three seconds.

The camera cover opens. The camera cover closes automatically when you lock the vehicle or pull away.

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Your COMAND equipment .................. 68

Introduction ......................................... 68

Basic settings ...................................... 72

Destination input ................................ 75

Route guidance ................................... 88

Real-time traffic reports ................... 101

Storing destinations ......................... 105

Map functions ................................... 108

Navigation functions ........................ 116

Problems with the navigation sys-

tem ..................................................... 119

Navigation

Introduction

Your COMAND equipment

Navigation

Mercedes-Benz Center.

Introduction

Important safety notes

WARNING

You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating COMAND.

COMAND calculates the route to the destination without taking account of the following, for example:

traffic lights

stop and give way signs

merging lanes

parking or stopping in a no parking/no stopping zone

other road and traffic rules and regulations

narrow bridges

Navigation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving.

General notes

Operational readiness of the navigation system

The navigation system must determine the position of the vehicle before first use or whenever operational status is restored. Therefore, you may have to drive for a while before precise route guidance is possible.

GPS reception

Among other things, correct functioning of the navigation system depends on GPS reception. In certain situations, GPS reception may be impaired, there may be interference or there may be no reception at all, e.g. in tunnels or parking garages.

Using roof carriers may impair the correct functioning of a roof antenna (phone, satellite radio, GPS).

Entry restriction

For vehicles in certain countries, there is a data entry restriction.

The restriction is active from a vehicle speed of above approximately 3 mph (5 km/h). As soon as the speed falls below approximately 2 mph (3 km/h), the restriction becomes inactive.

When the restriction is active, certain entries cannot be made. This will be indicated by the fact that certain menu items are grayed out and cannot be selected.

The following entries are not possible, for example:

entering the destination city and street

entering a destination via the map

entering POIs in the vicinity of a city or via a name search

editing entries

using the number keypad for direct entry

Other entries are possible, such as entering points of interest in the vicinity of the destination or current position.

Introduction

Navigation

Introduction

Switching to navigation mode

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Press the ß button. The map shows the vehicle's current position.

Additional activation option:

To activate the menu: slide ZV the controller (e.g. in radio mode).

To select NaviNavi: turn and press the controller.

Showing/hiding the menu

Using the menu, you can make a destination entry or select the navigation settings, for example.

To show: press the controller when the map appears. Route guidance not active: DestinationDestination is highlighted. Route guidance active: y is marked.

Route guidance inactive: no destination has been entered yet and no route has been

calculated.

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Route guidance is active: the destination has been entered, the route has been calculated. The display shows the route, changes of direction and lane recommendations. Navigation announcements guide you to your destination.

To hide: press the % button.

Slide ZV the controller. Full screen symbol : appears.

Press the controller.

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Moving the map

Requirement: the map is in full screen mode, the menu is faded out (Y page 70).

Slide XVY, ZVÆ or aVb the controller. The crosshair is shown. The map moves in the corresponding direction under the crosshair.

Basic settings

Setting route type and route options

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

Select SettingsSettings: turn and press the controller.

Select Route SettingsRoute Settings.

Select a route type. A filled circle indicates the current selection.

Active route guidance: COMAND calculates a new route.

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Inactive route guidance: COMAND uses the selection as the new setting.

Route guidance active: a destination has been entered and the route has been calculated.

Route guidance inactive: no destination has been entered yet and no route has been calculated yet.

Fast RouteFast Route

COMAND calculates a route with a short journey time.

DynamicDynamic TrafficTraffic RouteRoute

Based on the Fast RouteFast Route route type and includes traffic reports on the route for the route guidance.

EconomicEconomic RouteRoute

COMAND calculates an economical route. The journey may take slightly longer compared to taking the fast route.

ShortShort RouteRoute

To calculate alternative routes: select

COMAND calculates a shorter route.

Calculate Alternative RoutesCalculate Alternative Routes.

Switch the function on O or off ª.

Function activated: after each route calculation, route alternatives are offered

that correspond to the local conditions (Y page 97).

If desired, you can have COMAND calculate alternative routes even during route guidance (Y page 97).

To avoid/use route options: select one of the options. O: using or avoiding route options is enabled

ª: using or avoiding route options is disabled

Avoid AreaAvoid Area(Y page 114)

COMAND enables you to avoid areas you do not wish to drive through.

Avoid HighwaysAvoid Highways

Avoid FerriesAvoid Ferries

Avoid Auto TrainsAvoid Auto Trains

Avoid TunnelsAvoid Tunnels

Avoid Unpaved RoadsAvoid Unpaved Roads

The function is not available in all countries.

Use Vignette RoadsUse Vignette Roads

The function is not available in all countries.

Use Toll RoadsUse Toll Roads

Use Carpool LanesUse Carpool Lanes

If your vehicle meets the access conditions for carpool lanes, you can use this function.

Navigation includes carpool lanes if the carpool lanes option is activated.

Depending on local conditions, COMAND may not always be able to include all route options. A route may include a ferry, for instance, even though Avoid FerriesAvoid Ferries is enabled. COMAND will notify you of this

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visually as well as through a navigation message.

To avoid routes requiring a special toll

sticker: the route calculation excludes

routes which require you to pay a timebased fee (vignette). A vignette allows temporary use of the route network. Example time limits are 10 days, 2 months or 1 year.

To avoid toll roads: the route calculation excludes routes which require you to pay a usage fee (toll).

To exit a menu: slide VY the controller.

To use toll roads: turn and press the controller. A menu appears.

Select an option. The options include using roads that require cash payment or electronic billing, or switching off the function.

Selecting announcements

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select SettingsSettings: turn and press the controller.

Select AnnouncementsAnnouncements.

Select an option. Switch the option on O or off ª.

AnnounceAnnounce StreetStreet NamesNames

COMAND announces the current street name.

The function is not

available in all countries.

AudioAudio FadeoutFadeout

The volume of an active media source is automatically reduced during a navigation announcement.

Gas onGas on ReserveReserve

Once the reserve fuel tank level is reached, a message appears in COMAND to help you find a gas station.

AttentionAttention

AssistAssist

If ATTENTION ASSIST displays a warning in the multifunction display, a message appears in COMAND to help you find a rest stop.

For further information about ATTENTION ASSIST, see the separate operating instructions.

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Using car pool lanes

You can include carpool lanes (HOV or car sharing lanes) in the route calculation.

If you use HOV or carpool lanes, please observe the applicable laws as well as the local and time limitation conditions.

Carpool lanes may only be used under certain conditions. Normally you can use these lanes when two or more occupants are traveling in the vehicle. However, there are lanes that can only be used when three or four occupants

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(e.g. in New York) travel in the vehicle. In California, single drivers may also use the carpool lanes if the vehicle's emission or consumption values are below the prescribed levels.

Carpool lanes may be reserved for specific times (e.g. during the peak period).

Carpool lanes are indicated by a diamond symbol on specific road signs and on the road surface. The road signs may also include the designation CARPOOL. The lanes are arranged as a separate lane next to the others or are built as a physically separate lane.

Depending on the setting under UseUse

Carpool LanesCarpool Lanes, COMAND uses carpool

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lanes when calculating the route. COMAND then guides you in and out of carpool lanes using visual and acoustic driving directions.

To switch to navigation mode: press the

ß button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select SettingsSettings: turn and press the controller.

Select Route SettingsRoute Settings.

Select Avoid OptionsAvoid Options.

Select Use Carpool LanesUse Carpool Lanes. Carpool lanes will either be used O or avoided ª when calculating the route.

Destination input

Important safety notes

WARNING

You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating COMAND.

Destination entry may be blocked while driving, depending on the country specifications.

As an address

Calling up the address entry menu

Navigation

To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Address EntryAddress Entry.

Address entry options

Examples of how you can enter an address:

city/zip code, street, house number

city/zip code, street

city/zip code, center

city/zip code, street, intersection

street, city/zip code, house number

street, city/zip code, intersection

Entering the street before the city is useful if the address has an unusual street name.

Destination input

While entering an address, you can also switch to other destination entry options:

Keyword search (Y page 79)

Map (Y page 85)

Point of interest (Y page 81)

Entering the address

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The example shows you how to enter a city, street and house number for an address, e.g. for your home address.

To select StreetStreet in the address entry menu: press the controller (Y page 75).

Enter BROADWAYBROADWAY. Character entry (Y page 33).

Calling up a list

Slide ZV the controller repeatedly until the character bar disappears.

To select OKOK: turn and press the controller.

To select CityCity: press the controller.

Enter the city or city, e.g. New YorkNew York. Then call up the list and select an entry. Proceed in the same way as when entering a street.

To select No.No.: press the controller.

Enter the house number. Then call up the list and select an entry. Proceed in the same way as when entering a street. The address entry menu shows the address. The adjacent map section shows the destination.

You can enter any of the cities, streets, zip codes, etc. which are stored in the digital map. However, zip codes are not available for some countries.

State/province and city are sufficient to start navigating. You can enter either a city or a zip code. The street and house number complete the destination address.

Entering additional address data

You can enter additional address data:

State/province You can use Last usedLast used to select the last

selected state (USA) or province (Canada). You can also select Mexico and The Bahamas.

Zip code

Entering a zip code will delete a previously entered city.

Center

Entering a center will delete a previously entered street.

Intersection

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Entering an intersection will delete a previously entered house number.

Select the address entry menu (Y page 75).

To select CountryCountry, ZOIP CodeZOIP Code, CenterCenter or

IntersectionIntersection: turn, slide VÆ and press

the controller.

Select an entry (Y page 76).

Saving an address

You can store the address you have entered either as your home address or as another navigable contact in the address book (Y page 148).

Call up the address entry menu (Y page 75).

To select SaveSave: slide VÆ, turn and press the controller.

To save as your home address: select

As "My Address"As "My Address".

COMAND stores your home address under

My AddressMy Address in the list of contacts.

To save as a contact: select As NewAs New

Address Book EntryAddress Book Entry.

Select Not ClassifiedNot Classified, HomeHome or WorkWork.

Enter a surname and first name (Y page 30).

To select OKOK: turn and press the controller. The destination address is saved in the address book as a navigable contact.

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Destination input

Starting route calculation

The entered destination appears in the address entry menu.

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To confirm StartStart: press the controller. The route is calculated. While route calculation is in progress, an arrow will indicate the direction to your destination. Once the route has been calculated, route guidance begins. If the vehicle is traveling on a non-digitized road, the system displays the linear distance to the destination, the direction to the destination and the Road Off MapRoad Off Map message.

If route guidance has already been activated, a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to end the current route guidance.

To select YesYes or Set as Intermediate DestinationSet as Intermediate Destination: turn and press the controller. If you select YesYes, the current route guidance is stopped and route calculation to the new destination is started.

Selecting Set as Intermediate DestinationSet as Intermediate Destination adds the new destination in addition to the existing destination and opens the intermediate destinations list.

The route is calculated using digital map data. The calculation time depends on the

distance from the destination, for example.

The calculated route may differ from the ideal route, e.g. due to roadworks or incomplete map data. Please also refer to the notes about the digital map (Y page 116).

Calling up the keyword search

To select the magnifying glass symbol: while in the address entry menu, slide VÆ, turn and then press the controller.

Viewing the vicinity of the destination

To select symbol :: turn the controller and press to confirm. You can explore the destination area.

Prerequisite:

mbrace must be activated for Internet access (Y page 158).

Keyword search

Entering keywords

The keyword search is used to help find destinations using fragments of words. The keyword search is tolerant of errors. It can be used for an address or a POI. For example, you can search for the Houses of Parliament or Big Ben. The keyword search finds geotolerant hits. If, for example, you are searching for a street located on the edge of a city, the search will also cover adjacent smaller cities. The keyword search supports languages using Latin characters.

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Keyword SearchKeyword Search.

Enter the first few letters of the city and street, e.g. STUTSTUT and KÖNKÖN. While entering the information, the number of exact matches/all hits is shown.

---/------/--- is displayed if fewer than three

characters have been entered.

999+999+is displayed if there are too many hits.

Select OKOK.

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The search results are divided into categories, such as addresses. The number of exact/total hits is shown in brackets.

The search results will be displayed if POIPOI

SearchSearch and/or Automatic Online SearchAutomatic Online Search

are enabled in the search options.

Selecting an address

To select AddressesAddresses: press the controller.

Exact hits are shown at the very top of the list. Hits are listed alphabetically. The search term that you entered is highlighted in orange in the entries.

Select an entry: turn and press the controller. The address entry menu appears, showing the destination address.

To start route calculation: select StartStart.

Selecting a point of interest

To select POI in the vicinityPOI in the vicinity or AllAll

POIsPOIs: turn and press the controller.

A list appears.

Selecting a point of interest. The POI is shown.

To start route calculation: select StartStart.

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Destination input

Using online search

To select Automatic Online SearchAutomatic Online Search: turn and press the controller. The search switches to the online functions.

Prerequisite:

mbrace must be activated for Internet access (Y page 158).

Selecting search options

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the

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controller.

Select Keyword SearchKeyword Search.

To select Search OptionsSearch Options: slide ZV, turn and press the controller.

Select Fuzzy SearchFuzzy Search, POI SearchPOI Search or

Automatic Online SearchAutomatic Online Search.

Switch the setting on O or off ª.

Fuzzy search: useful if parts of the address are incomplete or the spelling is unclear.

POI search: points of interest are taken into account in the search.

Online search: the search is performed via the online functions.

Selecting the country

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Keyword SearchKeyword Search.

To select CountryCountry: slide ZV, turn and press the controller. The alphabetical list of countries is displayed.

Select a country: turn and press the controller.

Searching via COMAND

Requirement: a mobile phone with a data package is connected to COMAND (Y page 124).

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Keyword SearchKeyword Search.

To select Online SearchOnline Search: slide ZV, turn and press the controller. The search switches to the online functions.

Selecting a destination from the list of last destinations

COMAND automatically stores the last 100 destinations.

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select From Previous DestinationsFrom Previous Destinations.

Select the destination. The address entry menu appears, showing the destination address.

To start route calculation: select StartStart.

Selecting an address book contact as a destination

You can select navigable address book contacts as the destination. These are identified by the L symbol. If you have already entered and saved your home address, you can select this as the destination by using My AddressMy Address.

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select From ContactsFrom Contacts.

Select the destination. The address entry menu appears, showing the contact and associated destination address.

To start route calculation: select StartStart.

Destination input

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select From POIsFrom POIs.

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Selecting a destination from POIs

Calling up the points of interest menu

Destination input

Defining the position for the point of interest search

Selection Instructions

Near DestinationNear Destination

(when route guidance is active)

Current PositionCurrent Position

Search in the vicinity of the current vehicle

Call up the POI menu (Y page 81).

To select Near destinationNear destination: turn and press the controller.

Select a POI category (Y page 83).

Call up the POI menu (Y page 81).

To select Current PositionCurrent Position: turn and press the controller.

Select a POI category (Y page 83).

position

Other CityOther City

After entering a city, the search is performed

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within the city's boundaries

Option 1

Call up the POI menu (Y page 81).

To select Other CityOther City: turn and press the controller.

Select the country, if desired (Y page 76).

Enter the city (Y page 76).

Select a POI category (Y page 83).

Option 2:

Enter a city in the address entry menu (Y page 76).

To select POIsPOIs: slide VÆ, turn and press the controller.

Select a POI category (Y page 83).

Selection Instructions

Search By NameSearch By Name

Search for all POIs on the digital map or around one of the three previously specified positions

Call up the POI menu (Y page 81).

To select Search By NameSearch By Name: turn and press the controller.

Select All POIsAll POIs or one of the three previously selected positions. The point of interest list with character bar appears.

Enter a name.

To select Mercedes-Benz ServiceMercedes-Benz Service: turn and press the controller.

Search By PhoneSearch By Phone NumberNumber

This function gives you access to all points of interest that have a

Call up the POI menu (Y page 81).

To select Search By Phone NumberSearch By Phone Number: turn and press the controller. You will see a list of phone numbers.

Enter the telephone number.

phone number.

i The telephone number consists of:

the country code (international dialing code)

the area code

When entering the area code, omit the leading "0".

the telephone number of the participating caller

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Selecting a POI category

After entering a city, POI categories appear after choosing the menu item NearNear

DestinationDestination, CurrentCurrent PositionPosition or OtherOther CityCity.

Select a POI category: turn and press the controller. The G symbol after an entry shows that further categories are available.

Select a sub-category. The POI search covers a 240 mile (400 km) radius around the selected position.

Once the search is completed, the POI list is displayed.

The search results display the following information:

an arrow that shows the linear direction to the POI (search around vehicle position)

the linear distance to the point of interest

the name of the point of interest

Selecting a point of interest. The complete address of the POI is shown.

Destination input

Selecting a point of interest

The complete address of the POI is shown.

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Starting route calculation

To select StartStart: press the controller.

Saving a POI

To select SaveSave: turn and press the controller. The POI can be saved as a navigable address book contact or as "My address".

Calling up the map

To select MapMap: turn and press the controller.

You can move the map, change the map scale and select POIs (Y page 85).

Requirements for the following functions:

mbrace must be activated for Internet access (Y page 158). The POI has a telephone number and Internet address.

To call a POI: select CallCall. COMAND switches to telephone mode .

To load data from the Internet: select wwwwww. Available data are loaded from the Internet.

To view the vicinity of the destination: select symbol :. The street in the vicinity of the destination address is shown.

Destination input

Using map

Crosshair

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Distance of crosshair position from current vehicle position

To switch to navigation mode: press the ß button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Using MapUsing Map. The map with crosshair is shown.

To move the map: slide XVY, ZVÆ or aVb the controller.

To change the map scale: turn the controller until the desired map scale is selected. The scale is displayed at the bottom. Turning clockwise zooms out from the map; turning counter-clockwise zooms in.

To select a destination: press the controller. If the digital map provides navigable address data, you will see the destination address in the address entry menu. If not, the Destination from MapDestination from Map entry is shown.

If there are multiple destinations around the crosshair, a selection list will appear.

To select a destination from the selection list: turn and press the controller.

To start route calculation: select StartStart.

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Entering way points

Introduction

You can also map the route to the destination yourself by entering up to four way points. The sequence of the way points can be changed at any time.

COMAND provides a selection of predefined destinations in eight categories for this purpose, e.g. GAS STATIONGAS STATION or COFFEE SHOPCOFFEE SHOP.

You can also use the destination entry options to enter way points.

Destination input

Creating way points

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

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To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Intermediate DestinationsIntermediate Destinations. The destination is entered into the way points menu. The way points are not yet entered.

To select AddAdd: press the controller.

To select the category or OTHEROTHER: turn and press the controller. After selecting a category, the POIs which are available along the route and in the vicinity are displayed.

COMAND first searches for destinations along the route. The search for destinations is then initiated in the area around the vehicle position.

After selecting OTHEROTHER, select one of the destination entry options from the list.

Selection Action

AddressAddress EntryEntry

KeywordKeyword SearchSearch

Enter a destination by address (Y page 76).

Select a destination by means of a keyword search (Y page 79).

Selection Action

From LastFrom Last DestinationsDestinations

Select a destination from the list of last destinations (Y page 80).

From POIsFrom POIs

Select a point of interest (Y page 81).

Using MapUsing Map

Enter a destination using the map (Y page 85).

FromFrom Mercedes-Mercedes- Benz AppsBenz Apps

Using Geo-Using Geo- CoordinatesCoordinates

Enter a destination from Mercedes-Benz Apps (Y page 88).

Enter a destination using the geocoordinates (Y page 88).

To select a POI: turn the controller and press to confirm. After selecting a POI or entering a destination, the address of the way point is displayed.

After entering a destination using the map, the address entry menu is displayed.

StartStart is highlighted.

Destination input

Accepting a way point

To select StartStart: press the controller. The way point is entered into the way point menu.

To select details: turn and press the controller.

To make a call: select CallCall.

COMAND switches to telephone mode

(Y page 131).

This menu item is available if the way point has a telephone number and if a mobile phone is connected to COMAND (Y page 124).

To call up the map: select MapMap.

You can move the map and select the destination.

To store a way point in the destination memory: select SaveSave (Y page 106).

Editing way points

You can:

change way points

change the sequence in the way point menu

delete way points

To select a way point in the way point menu: turn the controller and press to confirm. A menu appears.

To change the way point: in the menu, select EditEdit.

You cannot edit POIs.

Change the address, e.g. the city and street.

To select OKOK: turn and press the controller. The way point menu appears and displays the modified way point.

You can change the sequence of the way points and the destination. To change the sequence, at least one way point and the destination must be entered.

To change the order: in the menu, select

MoveMove.

Turn the controller and move the way point or destination to the desired position.

Press the controller.

To delete way points: In the menu, select

DeleteDelete.

Accepting way points for the route

To select StartStart from the way point menu: press the controller. The route is calculated with the entered way points.

If Calculate Alternative RoutesCalculate Alternative Routes is

switched on in the basic settings, instead of StartStart, the menu item Cont.Cont. is shown (Y page 72).

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Route guidance

If a way point was passed during route guidance, the way point will be displayed in the way point menu with a green tick mark. Once the route has been recalculated, the way point is deleted from the way point menu.

Searching for a gas station when the fuel level is low

Requirement: the GasGas onon ReserveReserve setting is switched on (Y page 73).

If the reserve fuel warning is displayed, you will see the message: Fuel tank reserveFuel tank reserve

level. Do you want to start thelevel. Do you want to start the search for gas stations?search for gas stations?.

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To select YesYes or NoNo: turn and press the controller. If you select YesYes, the gas station search starts. When the search is complete, a list of the gas stations available along the route or in the vicinity is displayed.

If you select NoNo, the search is canceled.

Select the gas station. The address of the gas station is displayed.

To select StartStart: press the controller. The selected gas station is entered into position 1 of the way points menu. Route guidance begins.

If the way points menu already contains four way points, a prompt will be displayed, asking you whether you wish to enter the gas station into position 1. If you select

YesYes, the gas station is transferred into the

list and way point 4 is deleted.

Entering a destination from Mercedes-Benz Apps

Requirement: a mobile phone with a data package is connected to COMAND (Y page 124).

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select From Mercedes-Benz AppsFrom Mercedes-Benz Apps. A list shows the available destinations that have been transmitted to the vehicle up to this point (Y page 164).

Using Geo-Coordinates

To switch to navigation mode: press the

ß button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Using Geo-CoordinatesUsing Geo-Coordinates. Geo-coordinates are entered in degrees, minutes and seconds.

Entering the latitude and longitude coordinates

To change the value: turn the controller.

To move the selection within the line: slide XVY the controller.

To move the selection between lines: slide ZVÆ the controller.

To confirm the value: press the controller.

Save destination

To select SaveSave: turn and press the controller. The destination can be saved as a navigable address book contact or as "My address".

Starting route calculation

To select Start Route GuidanceStart Route Guidance: turn and press the controller.

Route guidance

Important safety notes

For this reason, you must always observe road and traffic rules and regulations during your journey. Road and traffic rules and

Route guidance

regulations always have priority over system driving recommendations.

COMAND calculates the route to the destination without taking account of the following, for example:

traffic lights

stop and give way signs

merging lanes

parking or stopping in a no parking/no stopping zone

other road and traffic rules and regulations

narrow bridges

COMAND may give differing navigation commands if the actual street/traffic situation does not correspond with the digital map's data. For example, if the road layout or the direction of a one-way street has been changed.

Route guidance begins once a route has been calculated (Y page 78).

COMAND guides you to your destination by means of navigation announcements in the form of audible navigation announcements and route guidance displays.

The route guidance displays can be seen if the display is switched to navigation mode.

If you do not follow the navigation announcements or if you leave the calculated route, COMAND automatically calculates a new route to the destination.

If the digital map contains the corresponding information, the following applies:

during route guidance, COMAND tries to avoid roads with restricted access. Those roads, for example, that are closed to through-traffic.

roads that have time restrictions (e.g. closed on Sundays and public holidays) are considered for route guidance on days

when they are open. For this purpose, the relevant times must be correctly stored in the database.

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Route guidance

Displays during route guidance

Change of direction

Changes of direction have three phases:

preparation phase

announcement phase

change-of-direction phase

Changes in direction are also shown in the multifunction display (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

Preparation phase: COMAND prepares you for the upcoming change of direction. Based on the example display below, the change of direction is announced by the "Prepare to turn right message", for instance. You see the full-screen map.

Announcement phase: COMAND announces the imminent change of direction. The change

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of direction is announced ahead of time, such as with the announcement "Turn right in 200 meters".

The display is now split into two sectors. The map is shown on the left side of the display, and a detailed image of the intersection or a 3D image of the imminent change of direction is shown on the right side of the display.

Next road

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Point at which the change of direction takes place (white dot)

Change of direction (turn right here)

Distance to the next change of direction

Change-of-direction phase: COMAND announces the immediate change of direction. The change of direction is announced ahead of time, such as with the announcement "Turn right in 100 feet".

The display is split in two like in the announcement phase.

Route guidance

The change of direction is performed when the light-color bar on the right drops down to 0 ft and the current vehicle position symbol has reached the white change-of-direction point.

When the change of direction is completed, the map will appear in full screen mode again.

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The image shows an example of route guidance at a freeway intersection when driving on a freeway.

Route guidance

Lane recommendations

Lanes not recommended (dark gray)

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Possible lane (light gray)

Recommended lanes (white)

If the digital map contains the relevant data, COMAND can display lane recommendations on multilane roads for the next change of direction.

Lane not recommended :: you will not be able to complete the next change of direction if you stay in this lane.

Possible lane ;: you will be able to complete the next change of direction in this lane only. Recommended lane =: in this lane you will be able to complete the next change of direction

and the one after that.

COMAND shows the lane recommendations for the next two changes of direction. The multifunction display also shows lane recommendations (see the vehicle Operator's Manual).

Approaching new lane

During the change of direction, new lanes may be added. These will be shown in the display of lane recommendations with a lower boundary line.

Route guidance

Once the destination is reached, you will see the checkered flag. Route guidance is finished.

Highway information

Requirement: the Highway InformationHighway Information map content is switched on. Display mode: while driving on the highway, gas stations, rest stops, rest areas and highway

exits are displayed along with their immediate distances from the current vehicle position.

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To call up the selection mode: while displaying the freeway information, slide VY the controller. The marker is on the freeway information. The associated position is marked on the map.

To select the desired rest stop/freeway exit: turn and press the controller.

Route guidance

Highway information facilitates route guidance to a POI and use of the traffic jam function. The remaining route on the highway in this case is blocked in the direction of travel from the

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selected exit.

Starting route guidance and using additional functions

To select a POI: turn the controller and press to confirm. The POI details are displayed.

The POI can now be:

stored in the address book (Y page 106)

viewed on the map (Y page 112)

called if a phone is connected and a phone number is available (Y page 132).

selected for route guidance and a route to it calculated (Y page 78).

Using the traffic jam function

Select DetourDetour: turn and press the controller. The traffic jam function appears (Y page 100).

Navigation announcements

Repeating navigation announcements

If you missed the current navigation announcement, you can call it up again.

To switch to navigation mode: press the

Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

Select +: turn and press the controller.

If you previously assigned the RepeatRepeat

Spoken Driving RecommendationsSpoken Driving Recommendations

function to the Favorites button, you can select the function using the Favorites button instead (Y page 45).

Setting the volume manually

Set the volume using the thumbwheel during the navigation announcement.

When you start the engine, the volume will

be at its lowest setting.

Switching navigation announcements on/off

To switch off navigation announcements: during a navigation

announcement, press the thumbwheel to the right of the controller.

During a navigation announcement, press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel. The message Spoken drivingSpoken driving

recommendations have beenrecommendations have been deactivateddeactivated appears.

To switch navigation announcements back on: press the controller.

Select +: turn and press the controller.

i COMAND automatically switches the

navigation announcements back on when:

you have a new route calculated.

you switch COMAND on again or start the engine.

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Route guidance

Canceling/continuing route guidance

Canceling route guidance

Press the controller. The menu is shown.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Cancel Active Route GuidanceCancel Active Route Guidance. The blue route line is no longer shown on the map.

Continue route guidance

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Press the controller. The menu is shown.

To select DestinationDestination: turn and press the controller.

Select Continue Route GuidanceContinue Route Guidance. COMAND calculates the route.

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Route information

Destination information

To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select RouteRoute: turn and press the controller.

Select Destination InformationDestination Information. The destination and existing way points are displayed with distances, travel time and arrival time.

To select a destination/way point: turn and press the controller. The address appears.

Select SaveSave. The destination/way point can be saved as a navigable address book contact or as "My address".

To call up the map: select MapMap.

Move the map, change the map scale and select the destination/way point (Y page 85).

To call a destination/way point: select CallCall. If a phone is connected and a phone number is available, COMAND switches to the telephone function.

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Take alternate route

Route guidance

If the CalculateCalculate AlternativeAlternative RoutesRoutes setting is activated O, different routes will be offered each time a route is calculated (Y page 72).

You can also view these for the current route any time from COMAND.

Routes 1, 2 and 4 are displayed with a dark blue line (Y page 72).

Route 3 is the most economic route and is displayed with a green line.

To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select RouteRoute: turn and press the controller.

Select All Route MapAll Route Map. Route 1 is shown.

To display additional routes: select NextNext or PreviousPrevious.

To start a new route guidance: select StartStart.

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Route list

To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button.

To show the menu: press the controller.

To select RouteRoute: turn and press the controller.

Select Route ListRoute List. The route list shows the next change of direction and the immediate distances from the current vehicle position.

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