COMAND Online
The equipment and functions of the COMAND Online system can differ depending on:
Model
Order
National version
Availability
The COMAND controller unit is the central control unit for the entertainment and communication systems integrated into the vehicle. The audio output is provided by ten speakers with front bass. A Digital Owner's Manual for COMAND Online is also part of the standard equipment.
View of COMAND Online (shown on model 217) |
1 | COMAND display |
2 | DVD changer/single DVD drive |
3 | Touchpad |
4 | Controller and buttons |
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COMAND Online consists of:
COMAND display
DVD changer/single DVD drive
Controller
Touchpad
Buttons
Connections in the center console (2 USB, AUX)
Universal telephone interface for the customer's own mobile phone or equipped with SAP telephone module
Headphones for the front passenger
The following functions can be controlled via COMAND Online:
Radio/DAB radio
Media
Sound system
Navigation system
Communication
Vehicle functions
Favorite button
View of buttons and controllers (shown on model 217) |
5 | Return key |
6 | Seat adjustment button |
7 | Navigation button |
8 | Radio button |
9 | Media button |
10 | Telephone button |
11 | Vehicle and system settings button |
12 | Switch COMAND Online on/off |
13 | Adjust volume/mute |
14 | ECO start/stop function |
15 | COMAND controller |
16 | Adjust vehicle level |
17 | Tune suspension |
18 | Select transmission mode/program selection button |
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Return key
The driver can exit a menu or call up the menu of the current operating mode using the return key.
Exit menu: Briefly press return key. COMAND Online switches to the next higher menu level within the currently used operating mode.
Call up menu: Press return key for more than two seconds. COMAND Online switches to the menu of the currently used operating mode.
Controller
The controller in the center console can be used to:
Select menu items on the display.
Enter characters.
Select a destination on the map.
Save inputs.
The driver can do the following with the controller:
Turn.
Push to the left or right.
Push forward or backward.
Push diagonally.
Press for a short or long period of time.
Touchpad, general
The touchpad special equipment enables touch operation via a touch-sensitive user interface for the first time. The touchpad is located in the center console in addition to the proven Audio/COMAND control panel (A40/9). The user interface recognizes operation gestures, handwriting, and contact with the hand. For frequent functions, the touchpad also has 3 fixed buttons. The 12-digit number block and skip buttons, e.g. for changing radio stations/song titles, are omitted with model series 217. The new touchpad enables for basic functions to be operated more conveniently than when they were operated using the number block and skip button.
View of touchpad (shown on model 217) |
19 | Touch-sensitive user interface |
20 | Home and Favorites button |
21 | Background audio button |
22 | Return key |
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Operation of the touchpad
With the touchpad, it is possible to:
Select menu items on the display.
Enter characters (handwriting recognition).
Control the active audio source.
Create, manage and call up favorites.
Enter destinations in the navigation system.
Save inputs.
The operation of the touchpad is described in the following points:
Select menu item
Confirm selection
Enter spaces
Delete characters
Call up or hide quick access for audio and telephone
Operate controller for vehicle or tone settings.
Move map.
Enlarge or reduce map scale.
Select menu item
Use a finger to touch the touch-sensitive user interface. Slide the finger up, down, to the left or to the right. Depending on the direction of movement, the selection in the display moves. This is how you can navigate through lists or menus.
Confirm selection
Use a finger to press on the touch-sensitive user interface until the actuation point is reached. A menu, an option or an application is started.
Enter spaces
Requirement: An input line for text, numbers or characters is selected.
Use a finger to touch the touch-sensitive user interface and slide to the right. A space is entered in the input line.
Delete characters
Requirement: An input line for text, numbers or characters is selected.
Use a finger to touch the touch-sensitive user interface and slide to the left. The character entered last is deleted.
Call up or hide quick access for audio and telephone
Use two fingers to touch the touch-sensitive user interface at the lower end. Slide upwards. Quick access is displayed. The quick access can be hidden by sliding two fingers over the touch-sensitive user interface downwards.
Operate controller for vehicle or tone settings
Place two fingers close together on the touch-sensitive user interface. Rotate both fingers clockwise (the adjustment of the control is increased) or rotate both fingers counterclockwise (the adjustment of the control is decreased).
Move map
Use a finger to press on the touch-sensitive user interface until the actuation point is reached. The cross-hair is displayed. Use a finger to touch the touch-sensitive user interface again. Slide the finger in any direction. The map is moved in the direction of movement.
Enlarge or reduce map scale
Place two fingers close together on the touch-sensitive user interface. Stretch fingers apart. The map scale is enlarged.
Place two fingers far apart on the touch-sensitive user interface. Pinch fingers together. The map scale is reduced.
Global favorites
Favorites enable frequently used functions to be placed in a quick access bar. This can prevent long operating paths and searches in submenus, and help to ensure fast, reliable and comfortable operation of the most frequently used functions. Functions such as e.g. destination entry, the massage program or the home address can be stored under favorites.
When in the desired function that is to be stored as a favorite, the Home and Favorites button (20) must be pressed and held down briefly.
Selecting radio stations or tracks with NTG 5.5 (model 213, 217, 222, 238, 257)
More operating steps are now necessary to store a new station, and to change the current music track or radio station. The audio menu must first be selected. The track or station can then be switched via the buttons on the steering wheel, the rotary pushbutton or direct selection. The Background Audio button (21), which is called up using the touchpad, can also be used to quickly switch to the next station.
When in the desired function that is to be stored as a favorite, the Home and Favorites button (20) must be pressed and held down briefly.
Saving radio presets with NTG 5.5 (model 213, 217, 222, 238, 257)
To save a radio station with NTG 5.5, the driver searches in the radio for the station he wants to save. The Home and Favorites button (20) must then be pressed. "Save current station to station memory" must then be selected in the menu.
Overwriting favorites is only possible by changing the sequence of the favorites. New favorites are automatically stored at the end of the list, and the sequence has to be changed manually.
View of touchpad (shown on model 177) |
30 | Back button |
31 | Forward button |
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Select station and music track on touchpad (model 167, 177, 247, 293)
Press "Forward" button (31) on touchpad.
Or:
Swipe upwards on touchpad with two fingers. The control menu appears for the last active audio source.
Use a finger to swipe left or right. Radio: The previous or next station is set. Media source: The previous or next music track is selected.
Hide control menu: Swipe downwards on touchpad with two fingers.
Alternatively
Swipe left or right using "Forward" button (31). Radio: The previous or next station is set. Media source: The previous or next music track is selected.
Mercedes me connect services, activation and management
Mercedes me connect is activated via a Mercedes-Benz partner. In the process, the account is enabled and the vehicle is linked to Mercedes me connect. All services can be activated and deactivated via the customer portal at any time.
Mercedes me connect basic services
The Mercedes-Benz Customer Center is available around the clock for roadside assistance, making appointments or similar. Contact is made at the press of a button. The buttons for the roadside assistance call and Info call are installed in the overhead control panel. Calling the Mercedes-Benz customer center is also possible using COMAND Online.
All important vehicle data is conveniently transferred for optimum support via an operational mobile phone. To do this, the mobile phone must be connected to COMAND Online via the Bluetooth® interface.
Requirements on the equipment side
A Bluetooth-compatible mobile phone that supports the MAP profile (Message Access Profile) for sending SMS messages or
if equipped with fixed installation/SAP telephony, a SIM card or a suitable mobile phone
Various data is sent:
Vehicle identification number
Total distance
Vehicle position
Service code (only if maintenance required)
Demand-driven service display
To optimally support required vehicle maintenance, a service appointment can be arranged directly with the Mercedes-Benz customer center. If a maintenance message appears in the instrument cluster, a message also appears in the COMAND display. This actively points out the service requirement and enables direct contact with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center.
Mercedes-Benz Contact Accident Aid
The Mercedes-Benz Contact Accident Aid supplements the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system. If an emergency call to the Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Center was triggered following an accident, a voice connection to an operator is established. Depending on the accident situation, the service receptionist may recommend forwarding the call to Mercedes-Benz Contact Accident Aid. Towing of the vehicle to a Mercedes-Benz Service Support Point can thereby be initiated.
Mercedes-Benz emergency call system
Only trigger an emergency call to rescue persons. Do not trigger an emergency call in case of a breakdown or similar problem. The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system can help to significantly reduce the time period between the time of the accident and the arrival of the rescue services at the accident site. It supports position finding in case of an accident site that is difficult to see. The emergency call can be triggered automatically or manually. If the emergency call was triggered, it is sent to the private Mercedes-Benz emergency call number that is available for all of Europe. At the same time, the position data of the vehicle is transmitted via SMS and DTMF to the Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Center. The Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Center transmits the data corresponding to the vehicle's position to one of the public European emergency call centers. The call can be made in the respective national language in nearly all countries. Measures for rescuing, recovering or towing to a Mercedes-Benz Service Support Point can therefore be initiated within a short period of time.
Automatic emergency call
Requirement: The ignition is switched on.
If restraint systems were activated after an accident, the Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System can automatically dial the private Mercedes-Benz emergency call number that is available for all of Europe. Restraint systems are e.g. airbag or emergency tensioning retractor. The system can establish a voice connection between the vehicle occupants and the Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Center. At the same time the voice connection is established, the accident data is transmitted via SMS and DTMF to the Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call Center. The accident data includes GPS positioning data to an accuracy of one meter at the time of the trigger and the vehicle model involved in the accident.
Mercedes me connect Remote Online
In vehicles with Remote Online, various app services can also be enabled. These app services allow the customer to use his terminals (e.g. Smartphone, tablet or PC) to transmit information and operating requests to the vehicle via the Service Center and receive up-to-date vehicle data that has been prepared by the app. For example, the following app service are available:
Geographical vehicle monitoring: The customer is informed on-line as soon as his vehicle leaves or reaches an area marked by the customer.
Vehicle locating: The customer is informed online of the current vehicle location by transferring geo-coordinates; the activation of this function is indicated in the vehicle by an icon on the Audio/COMAND display.
Vehicle location: The customer can locate the vehicle within an area of 1.5 km using his smartphone; this makes it easier to find the vehicle, e.g. in large parking lots or in unfamiliar cities.
Vehicle status remote query: vehicle data such as the status of the doors and the fuel level can be retrieved on-line.
Remote vehicle locking and unlocking: The vehicle can be unlocked and locked using the Mercedes me connect Remote Online app.
Stationary heater programming: The stationary heater can be preprogrammed (started) prior to a scheduled departure using the Mercedes me connect Remote Online app.
Programming of the charge settings and pre-entry climate control via smartphone (only for Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV) and plug-in hybrids): Pre-entry climate control via smartphone offers increased air-conditioning comfort before entering the vehicle interior. Auxiliary climate control can be started at departure time using, for example, the Mercedes me connect Pre-entry climate control service. The system here includes: automatic climate control, heating of outside mirrors and rear windows as well as options such as seat heater and seat climate control.
Live Traffic Information service
With the Live Traffic Information service, current and precise traffic information is determined, whereby a dynamic destination-oriented navigation with more exact arrival times is achieved.
Telephone module with Bluetooth®
Authorize the mobile phone on the module and connect if:
The module is installed and activated in COMAND Online.
No SIM card is inserted in the module.
The mobile phone has no active Bluetooth® connection to another device.
The mobile phone supports the Bluetooth® SAP profile (SIM Access Profile).
Dependent on the mobile phone model, various configurations must be performed on the mobile phone (see mobile phone operator's manual).
Bluetooth® must be activated on the mobile phone and the visibility for other devices must be switched on.
The Bluetooth® SAP profile of the mobile phone must be activated.
The Bluetooth® name of the mobile phone must be known.
Locating a mobile phone
Call up telephone menu: Press "TEL" button.
Switch to the menu line: Slide controller.
Select Connect device: Turn and press controller; device list is displayed.
Select "Find telephones" and the following prompt appears on the display: Do you want to connect your Bluetooth® telephone or your SAP telephone?
Select "SAP telephone" and the following message appears on the display: Before searching, please ensure that your telephone is switched on, Bluetooth® is activated and that your device is switched to visible.
Select "Start search". The device list with the mobile phones found is displayed. The mobile phone can now be authorized and connected.
Authorizing and connecting a mobile phone
In the device list under "Telephones on the MB SAP module", select the mobile phone to be authorized and connected: Turn and press controller. A prompt appears to enter a 16-digit numerical code.
Enter any 16-digit numerical code and confirm the entry.
When requested to do so, enter the same 16-digit numerical code on the mobile phone within 20 seconds, and confirm.
Depending on the mobile phone, the connection request of the module must be confirmed on the mobile phone (see mobile phone operator's manual).
If necessary, enter the PIN of the SIM card in COMAND Online and confirm.
Enter any 16-digit numerical code and confirm the entry.
Online and Internet functions
In order to use the Internet functions, a mobile phone must be connected to COMAND Online via Bluetooth® or an external device configured as a WiFi hotspot.
Setting up the Internet connection:
If you want to connect a mobile phone via Bluetooth®, the phone must be configured for Internet access.
Connection via Bluetooth®:
If the Internet connection is being used for the first time, the connected mobile phone must be enabled for Internet access. If the connected mobile phone supports the Bluetooth® PAN profile, no additional settings must be configured. The Internet connection is set up. If the mobile phone does not support the relevant Bluetooth® profile, predefined or manual access data must be specified.
Connecting via a WLAN hotspot:
If the external device was connected as a WLAN hotspot to COMAND Online, the Internet functions of COMAND Online can be used. No further settings must be configured.
Connecting a WLAN hotspot:
On the external device:
Activate WLAN.
Activate Internet enable.
Specify the name of the WLAN (SSID) if required.
Using COMAND Online
Call up telephone menu: Press "TEL" button.
Switch to the main function line: Slide controller upwards.
Select "TEL": Press controller.
Select "Internet": Turn and press controller. The menu with the Internet functions is displayed.
Switch to the menu line: Slide controller downwards.
Select "Settings": Turn and press controller.
Select "Manage Internet settings": Turn and press controller. The device list is displayed.
Select "Search for WiFi hotspots": Turn and press controller. The available WLAN hotspots are displayed.
Select "WiFi hotspot": Turn and press controller.
Enter WLAN key: Turn and press controller.
Confirm entry: Select "OK". Internet access is set up. You can use the Internet functions.
Head-up display
The head-up display projects information from the navigation system and the driver assistance systems above the cockpit in the field of view of the driver. The head-up display enables the driver to acquire information without taking his eyes off the road.
The visibility of the head-up display is influenced by the following conditions:
Driver's seat position
Picture position setting
General light conditions
Glasses with polarization filters
Wet road
Beam path being blocked by objects on the display cover
Select head-up display (vehicles without touch control buttons (except model 167, 177, 213, 222, 217, 238, 247, 257, 297)):
The head-up display can be activated via the head-up display button (S6/1s6) in the driver-side instrument panel button group (S6/1) on the left next to the steering wheel.
On vehicles with touch control buttons (model 167, 177, 213, 222, 217, 238, 247, 257, 293):
If the Head-up Display is switched on, swipe upwards on instrument cluster finger navigation pad (25).
If the Head-up Display is switched off, press instrument cluster finger navigation pad (25).
The head-up display is only an aid, and is not a substitute for the driver's attention.
Mercedes gesture detection system ("Gesture Control") (model 118, 247.6, 293)
With the market launch of X247, the new gesture detection system ("Gesture Control") is offered in combination with special equipment code 355 (Extended functions MBUX) or model 247, 293 with code 77B (Contactless front gesture control). "Gesture control" can be switched on or off in Settings. The first version of "Gesture control" includes the following functions:
Proximity detection on touchscreen, touchpad and air conditioning control panel; displays control elements or highlighted control elements instead of "Tool Tips".
Contactless scrolling function and enlargement of the navigation map
Activate reading lamp.
Favorite posture (the customer can connect the posture with a favorable function (e.g. massage switch on))
"Tool Tips" provide explanations on the various function options for the customer so he can use them properly.
Media connections (shown on model 231 model year 2017) |
23 | USB port 1 |
24 | USB connector 2 |
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Position of media connections (model 172, model 231 model year 2017)
A second USB connector is available with the facelift. The media connections (USB connector 1 (23) and USB connector 2 (24)) are located in the stowage compartment (telephone compartment) under the armrest between the front seats. Smartphones can be connected to USB connector 2 (24) and used in the vehicle via the Android, CarPlay or MirrorLink integration standards.
Switch on media operation
COMAND Online offers several options for switching on media sources. If external media sources are to be played back, the corresponding menu must already be switched on if necessary. The following external media sources can be used:
Apple® devices (e.g. iPhone®)
USB devices (e.g. USB stick, MP3 player)
CD
DVD
SD card
AUX cable
Devices connected via Bluetooth®
There are various options for choosing between the individual media sources, such as using the "MEDIA" entry button, via the main function bar, via the number keypad or via the device list. Example of operation via "MEDIA" entry button:
The media menu opens by pressing the "MEDIA" entry button. The last set media source is displayed. If the entry button is pressed again, the menu with the available media sources appears. These can be chosen by turning (select) and pressing (confirm). The number of different media sources depends on the vehicle equipment.
LINGUATRONIC (shown on model 213) |
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LINGUATRONIC (model 118, 167, 177, 213, 217, 222, 247, 238, 257, 293)
The LINGUATRONIC voice control system makes the operation of the audio, communication and navigation system easier. It allows the driver to activate and operate functions with his/her voice. The voice-controllable scopes include:
Operation of the navigation, such as voice input of city and road names, points of interest and address book contacts
Use of address book entries for making phone calls or sending text messages
Reading aloud and dictating SMS and emails
Voice control of the audio systems (e.g. station selection in the radio, music search on the available media)
Calling up important vehicle functions for fast actuation in the menu structure
Using the LINGUATRONIC button (push-to-talk button) on the steering wheel, voice commands can be carried out. Both hands remain on the steering wheel here. Upon operation of the push-to-talk button, the most important voice commands are shown on the central display as an aid according to the currently active application (navigation, radio, etc.). All voice commands can be carried out irrespective of the active application.
If the LINGUATRONIC button is pressed for longer, the smartphone's voice control is activated if a smartphone is connected.
Overview of Apple CarPlay (model 118, 167, 177, 247, 293)
With Apple CarPlay, iPhone® functions can be used via the multimedia system. These are operated using the touchscreen, touchpad, touch control or Siri® voice control. Activate voice control by pressing down on the LINGUATRONIC button on the multifunction steering wheel for a long time.
When using Apple CarPlay via voice control, the multimedia system can still be operated using LINGUATRONIC.
Only one mobile phone can be connected to COMAND through Apple CarPlay at any time. Even in two phone mode, an additional mobile phone can only be connected to COMAND via Bluetooth® when Apple CarPlay is being used.
Information on Apple CarPlay:
When using Apple CarPlay, the iPod® media source is not available for the iPhone® in use.
Only one route guidance may be active at a time. If route guidance is started on the mobile phone and route guidance is active in COMAND, then this is terminated.
Connect iPhone® via Apple CarPlay:
Connect iPhone® to USB port at COMAND using a suitable cable.
Requirements: The latest version of the your device's operating system is used. Full functionality of Apple CarPlay is only possible with an Internet connection.
Accept/reject data protection agreement:
A message with the data protection agreement appears. Select "Accept & start".
With an active Apple CarPlay connection, "Automatically start" can be switched on or off.
Exit Apple CarPlay:
Press on home screen (27).
If Apple CarPlay was not displayed in the foreground before the last disconnection, the application will start in the background during the next connection. You can call up Apple CarPlay via the main menu.
End Apple CarPlay:
Disconnect connection via connecting cable between mobile phone and COMAND.
Disconnect connection via connecting cable only when vehicle is stationary.
Overview of Android Auto (model 118, 167, 177, 247, 293)
With Android Auto, the functions of mobile phones with the Android operating system can be used via the COMAND. These are operated using the touchscreen or voice control. Activate voice control by pressing down on the LINGUATRONIC button on the multifunction steering wheel for a long time.
When using Android Auto via voice control, COMAND can still be operated using LINGUATRONIC.
Only one mobile phone can be connected to COMAND through Android Auto at any time. Even in two phone mode, an additional mobile phone can only be connected to COMAND via Bluetooth® when using Android Auto.
Information on Android Auto:
If a mobile phone is used with Android Auto, USB access via the "Media" menu is not possible for this mobile phone.
Only one route guidance may be active at a time. If route guidance is started on the mobile phone and route guidance is active in COMAND, then this is terminated.
Connect mobile phone via Android Auto:
Select "Smartphone" in COMAND.
Select "Android Auto".
Requirements:
For safety reasons, the first activation of Android Auto in COMAND must be performed when the vehicle is stationary.
The mobile phone supports Android Auto as of Android 5.0.
The Android Auto app is installed on the mobile phone.
In order to use the telephone functions, the mobile phone is connected to COMAND via Bluetooth®. If no connection has yet been made, this will be created when using a mobile phone with Android Auto.
The mobile phone is connected to the USB port at COMAND with a suitable cable.
Full functionality of Android Auto is only possible with an Internet connection.
Accept/reject data protection agreement:
A message with the data protection agreement appears. Select "Accept & start".
With an active Android Auto connection, "Automatically start" can be switched on or off.
Exit Android Auto:
Press on home screen (27).
If Android Auto was not displayed in the foreground before the last disconnection, the application will start in the background during the next connection. You can call up Android Auto via the main menu.
End Android Auto:
Disconnect connection via connecting cable between mobile phone and COMAND.
Disconnect connection made by connecting cable only when vehicle is at a standstill.
Conduct dialog (model 118, 167, 177, 247, 293)
For dialog with LINGUATRONIC, entire and colloquial sentences can be used as voice commands, e.g. "Please show me the list of previous calls" or "How hot it is outside?". It is also not necessary to swap to the corresponding application, such as "telephone" or "vehicle function", first.
Activate or continue dialog with a key word:
Say "Hello, Mercedes" to activate LINGUATRONIC. Voice activation must be switched on. Voice activation can also be immediately combined with a voice command, e.g. "Hello, Mercedes. How fast can I drive here?".
Or:
Push LINGUATRONIC button on multifunction steering wheel upwards. A voice command can be spoken after an acoustic signal.
Correct entry:
Give voice command "Correction".
Select entry in selection list:
Say line number or content.
Scroll in selection list
Use voice commands "Next page" or "Previous page".
Interrupt dialog:
Use voice command "Break". Dialog can be continued by using the voice command "Hello, Mercedes" or by pushing the LINGUATRONIC button on the multifunction steering wheel upwards.
Jump into preceding dialog:
Use voice command "Back".
Jump back to the uppermost dialog level:
Use voice command "Home".
Cancel dialog:
Use voice command "Close" or push LINGUATRONIC button on multifunction steering wheel.
Talk over whilst there is ongoing voice output:
Speak during a voice dialog whilst the system is still responding. Voice outputs are reduced and the objective is achieved more rapidly. To do so, the "Speaking during voice output" option in the multimedia system must be switched on.
Mercedes EQ-specific voice commands (model 293)
Using Mercedes EQ-specific voice commands, the vehicle can be pre-conditioned, for example, and therefore can be charged and pre-climatized at a given time. If the auxiliary climate control is on the EQ, the Voice Control System answers, for example, "OK, I will have the vehicle charged and air-conditioned at 8 o'clock!". If the auxiliary climate control is switched off: "OK, I will have the vehicle charged at 8 o'clock!" Furthermore, other functions are available via voice commands such as:
State of charge (SOC) charge level
Displaying the energy flow: "Show me energy flow".
Displaying the charge level: "Show me how charged the rechargeable battery is"
Reading out charge settings: "What are my charge settings?"
Adjusting the max. SOC: "Charging up to 85%"
Adjusting the charging current: "Charging with 8 amps"
Switching the auxiliary climate control on or off "Switch the auxiliary climate control on/off" or "Keep the vehicle air-conditioned"
Searching for a charging point: "Where can I charge my rechargeable battery?" or "Where is the next charging point".
Remaining range "How far can I drive" or "Tell me the current range".
Touch Control buttons (shown on model 213, 238) |
25 | Instrument cluster finger navigation pad |
26 | Head unit finger navigation pad |
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Swipe directions for instrument cluster finger navigation pad (shown on model 222) |
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Touch control buttons (model 118, 167, 177, 213, 222, 217, 238, 247, 257, 293)
The finger navigation pads are installed on the left and right at the steering wheel. With the left finger navigation pad, functions are operated that are shown in the instrument cluster. The right finger navigation pad is responsible for the operation of the functions that the head unit generates and are displayed via the Audio/COMAND display. The finger navigation pads react to swipe movements made by a finger in the corresponding swipe direction (up, down, left or right). Pressing the finger navigation pad triggers the function selected with the swipe. The back button continues to be designed as a conventional button.
Hidden functions (model 118)
Show instrument cluster
The default settings in the instrument cluster (A1) (left: speedometer, right: tachometer) can be restored at any time by long-pressing the back button on the left steering wheel.
Show touchpad
A "toast message" is displayed for a predefined period of time. This is shown after the user has pushed the skip button on the touchpad, or after a two-finger bottom-to-top swipe has been made. It disappears after the back button or skip button is pressed or a two-finger top-to-bottom swipe is made. It also disappears if the touchscreen is touched outside the "toast message" or a one-finger top-to-bottom swipe is made on the touchscreen.
Integration of smartphones (model 117 as of 01.12.2015)
On vehicles with code 516 (Audio 5 USB), the audio equipment enables the integration of smartphones. In order to ensure that the content is prepared in a manner suitable for the vehicle, only Smartphone apps that have been developed for the following integration standards are supported:
CarPlay (Apple)
MirrorLink (Car Connectivity Consortium)
To be able to use the smartphone applications, the smartphone must be connected to USB connector 2 (24) of the multimedia connection unit, and the integration standard selected via the telephone menu. If automatic connection has been selected under "Options" in the telephone menu, activation via the menu is not possible.
MirrorLink 1.1 (and higher) is supported. MirrorLink 1.0 is not supported.
With the MirrorLink integration standard, a Bluetooth® connection between the Smartphone and the audio equipment is required as well as the connection via USB (Universal Serial Bus) (the connection is established automatically).
If a smartphone is connected and the CarPlay integration standard has been activated, the audio equipment is brought into a special operating mode ("integration mode") in which not all functions of the audio equipment can be used. The following audio equipment functions are not available if CarPlay is activated:
Media player
Navigation (equipment dependent)
Voice control system (equipment dependent)
Telephony
The radio (AM and FM) functions, vehicle settings and safety-relevant functions, such as the emergency call function (with code 348 (Emergency call/assistance system), with code 350 (Emergency call system Ecall Europe) or with code 351 (Emergency call system (HERMES))) or breakdown assistance (with code 348 (Emergency call/assistance system) or with code 06U (Mercedes me connect basic services), with code 360 (HERMES UMTS) or with code 362 (HERMES LTE)), can still be used in any case.
With MirrorLink, there are the following usage restrictions for the telephony: Calls can only be made by way of the connected smartphone. Telephony with code 379 (Telephone module with Bluetooth® (SAP)) is not possible. If an integration standard is activated, the audio equipment supports smartphone apps in the following manner:
Volume adaptation for all audio signals
Forwarding of control signals (e. g. from audio equipment buttons, from the Audio/COMAND control panel, pressing and holding of the voice control system button (S111s4), pressing the Accept/terminate phone call button (S111s3) from the right multifunction steering wheel button group (S111))
Forwarding of signals from the hands-free system microphone (B25/12) (e.g. for voice control or telephony)
Audio outputs (e. g. for voice control or telephony) over the speaker system or forwarding of signals to the sound system amplifier control unit (N40/3) (with code 810 (Sound system))
Muting of the radio reception in the audio equipment (mute function), e.g. with Smartphone telephony
Forwarding of position data (e.g. GPS signals (global navigation system), gyro sensor signals, wheel speed signals)
Forwarding of generated video signals from the smartphone to the Audio/COMAND display
Forwarding of status information for displaying in the instrument cluster
The smartphone applications themselves are not shown in the instrument cluster.
Navigation - entering destination NTG5.5 (model 213, 217, 222, 238, 257)
To enter a destination in the navigation system, the "NAVI" button in the upper control panel on the center console must be pressed. In the navigation menu, select the items "Destination" and then "Enter destination".
During destination entry, suggestions are offered by the multimedia system. A destination is selected from a list. The following entries can be carried out, for instance:
Inner-city location
Street
House number
Postal code (ZIP)
POI name
Point of interest category, e.g. filling station
CartoX-Communication NTG5.5 (model 213, 217, 222, 238, 257)
Vehicles participating in CartoXCommunication automatically report recognized hazard situations to the service center, and immediately receive information about hazard situations in the region they are currently traveling in. The reports received from the service center are indicated visually and acoustically in the vehicle.
Hazard situations are identified in the vehicle from sensor data, switch states and similar vehicle data, and are reported to the service center together with positioning information. The following hazard situations are automatically detected and reported in CartoXCommunication:
Broken-down vehicles (breakdown management active)
Accidents (emergency call or accident management active)
Vehicles with their hazard warning lights switched on (hazard warning system active)
Weather hazards:
Heavy rain (highest wiper speed)
Fog (rear fog lamp)
Slippery road (anti-lock braking system)
Information about moving roadworks is provided for CartoXCommunication by an external server.
Users of Car-to-X-Communication can also send a general hazard warning to the service center manually. When the head unit display is showing the navigation map, swiping left or right on the touchpad or moving the controller left or right brings up a menu on the display which allows the user to select "Report hazard" and then "General hazard". When the report has been sent, the display shows: "Thank you for your assistance in helping to prevent accidents!".
View of COMAND display (shown on model 177) |
27 | Home screen |
28 | Settings |
29 | COMAND display |
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Route guidance with augmented reality NTG6 (model 118, 167, 177, 247, 293)
Route guidance with augmented reality in COMAND display (29):
Select home screen (27).
Select "Navigation" option.
Select settings (28).
Switch on "Augmented reality" option.
If the "augmented reality" option is switched on, the video image of the camera shows the driver's view in the COMAND display (29).
The video image is always shown during route guidance with visible objects, or the video image is displayed with visible objects instead of the navigation map before a turning maneuver. After the turning maneuver, the navigation map is displayed once again. Objects are, e.g. driving maneuver arrows, street names and house numbers:
Select "Extended".
Select "Augmented reality".
Select "Always" or "When turning".
Switch on display of points of interest for route guidance with augmented reality:
Select home screen (27).
Select "Navigation" option.
Select settings (28).
Select "Extended".
Select "Augmented reality".
Switch on "POI symbols".
If the option is switched on, the same POI symbols are displayed in the video image as they are configured for the navigation map.
Requirement: Augmented reality is activated.
Select point of interest on route guidance with augmented reality:
Select home screen (27).
Select "Navigation" option.
Tap on a POI symbol.
Or:
If the next points of interest are shown in a list during route guidance, select a POI. The detailed view appears.
Calculate route.
It is possible to select a point of interest up to a vehicle speed of 50 km/h.
Requirement: Augmented reality is activated, display of points of interest is switched on.
Switch on display of road names and house numbers for route guidance with augmented reality:
Select home screen (27).
Select "Navigation" option.
Select settings (28).
Select "Extended".
Select "Augmented reality".
Switch on "Road names" and "House numbers". During route guidance, road names and house numbers are displayed in the video image as objects.
Requirement: Augmented reality is activated.
Switch on display of traffic lights for route guidance with augmented reality:
Select home screen (27).
Select "Navigation" option.
Select settings (28).
Select "Extended".
Select "Augmented reality".
The video image is used for displaying traffic lights and is shown enlarged under the following conditions:
The vehicle is at an intersection in first position in the lane.
The option is switched on.
When the vehicle drives off, the navigation map is shown again:
Scroll upwards until "TRAFFIC LIGHT DISPLAY" is shown.
Select "Off", "After query" or "Automatic". If "After query" is set and traffic light display is available, a message is shown. If the message is confirmed, the video image shows a traffic light. If "Automatic" is set, the video image will show a traffic light when available.
Requirement: Augmented reality is activated.
View of EQ-optimized navigation (model 293) |
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EQ-optimized navigation (model 293)
"During route guidance, the EQ-optimized navigation takes into consideration the electrical range as well as the current power consumption and the topography and, if necessary, plans charging stops along the route. The quickest route is always used as the basis for route guidance and the charging stops are planned in a time-optimized manner, taking into account the charging capacity and the availability of charging stations. The EQ-optimized route is available both in the head unit in the vehicle and via the Mercedes me App so that the customer can plan his journey reliably in advance." Due to greater transparency, a more precise and probable arrival time and a more precise and probable journey time can be planned for the customer by taking into account the available charging stations and charging times. The most time-efficient route is always calculated.
View of telephone menu in COMAND display (shown on model 177) |
32 | Change mobile phone/two phone mode |
33 | Device manager |
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Connecting mobile phones (model 118, 167, 177, 247, 293)
Connect a mobile phone:
Select home screen (27).
Select "Telephone".
Select device manager (33).
Requirement: Mobile phone Bluetooth® is switched on, Bluetooth® in COMAND is switched on.
Locate a mobile phone:
Select "Connect new device".
Connect mobile phone (authorization via secure simple pairing):
Select a mobile phone: A code is displayed in the COMAND display (29) and on the mobile phone.
If codes match: Confirm code on mobile phone.
For older mobile phones, enter a 1 to 16-digit code on the mobile and the multimedia system for authorization.
Up to 15 mobile phones can be authorized in the multimedia system. Authorized mobile phones are automatically reconnected.
Connect second mobile phone (two phone mode):
Select home screen (27).
Select "Telephone" option.
Select device manager (33).
Select "Connect new device".
Select mobile phone.
Select "With <mobile phone>". The selected mobile phone is connected with COMAND.
Requirement: At least one mobile phone is already connected with COMAND via Bluetooth®.
Swap mobile phone (two phone mode):
Select home screen (27).
Select "Telephone" option.
Change mobile phone/select two phone mode (32).
In the following submenus, you can also swap the two connected mobile phones:
Contacts
Call list
Messages
After swapping the mobile phones in one of the submenus, the mobile phone in the foreground is replaced by the mobile phone in the background.
In two phone mode, the mobile phones' phone books are not merged together into a list.
Notification center NTG6 (model 118, 167, 177, 247, 293)
The following messages are collected in the Notification Center:
Messages generated by the vehicle or MBUX.
Messages that occur when using services.
These types of notification are available:
Dashcam notifications.
Early Warning System (EWS) notifications.
Navigable destinations and routes.
Messages (SMS).
Calendar entries and reminders, e.g. from "In-car office".
System information, e.g. "Software update available".
Maintenance notifications.
Push notifications (CartoX, fleet messages, job advertisements, etc.).
New services can also be added to the push notifications at a later stage.
The Notification Center can be found on the home screen (27) in "Menus" or at the top right of the navigation map.
A star in the symbol provides information about new notifications.
Notifications are usually shown briefly when they arrive. This happens in almost every application that you are currently using. If you do not take any action, these are stored in Notification Center so they can be called up later.
The notifications are sorted chronologically. The latest notification is always right at the top.
Delete notifications:
Select "Recycle bin".
Select "Delete" or "Delete all". ("Delete" deletes an individual notification. "Delete all" deletes all currently displayed notifications).
Exit delete mode using "Finish".
Operating touchscreen (model 118, 167, 177, 247, 293)
Touch:
Select menu item or entry: Tap on a symbol or an entry.
Enlarge map scale: Tap twice with a finger quickly.
Reduce map scale: Tap with two fingers.
Character entry using a keypad: Tap on a button.
One-finger swipes:
Navigate in menus: Swipe up, down, left or right.
Move digital map: Swipe in all directions.
Character entry via handwriting: Write characters on touchscreen with a finger.
Two-finger swipes:
Enlarge or reduce map scale: Draw two fingers together or away from each other.
Enlarge or reduce an extract of a website: Draw two fingers together or away from each other.
Rotate map: Turn two fingers left or right.
Touch, hold and drag:
Move map: Touch touchscreen and move finger in any direction.
Adjust volume on a scale: Touch touchscreen and move finger left or right.
Touch and hold:
Store destination on the map: Touch touchscreen and hold until a message appears.
Call up a global menu in applications: Touch touchscreen and hold until "OPTIONS" menu appears.
The home button in the top left corner of the touchscreen is also used to access the home screen, regardless of how deep the customer is in the system and what is currently being displayed on the touchscreen.