Mercedes-benz C-Class 2006 COMAND Manual User Manual

Bild in der Größe215x70 mm einfügenCOMAND Operator’s ManualOrder-No. 6515 6712 13 Part-No. 209 584 26 96 US Edition A 2006COMAND Operator’s Manual

8IntroductionSymbols SymbolsYou will find the following symbols in these operating instructions:* The asterisk identifies optional equipment. Since

98Telephone*Telephone operationThe system detects an incoming call, the phone rings.Incoming calls are indicated in a window in any system (e.g. radio

99Telephone*Telephone operationYou can use the following functions to make a phone call: Dialing a telephone number ( page 99) Redial ( page 100)

100Telephone*Telephone operationBegin dialingWhen you have entered the telephone number Press E.or Press k.or In the Telephone menu, press the Send

101Telephone*Telephone operationSelecting an entry from the Received calls listThe COMAND automatically generates a list of the last 10 calls received

102Telephone*Telephone operationSelecting an entry from the Dialed num-bers listThe COMAND automatically generates a list of the last 10 numbers diale

103Telephone*Telephone operationSpeed-dialingFor all memory locationsAt the mobile phone you can save telephone numbers in the speed-dialing memory an

104Telephone*Telephone operationThe following functions can be used during a call: Ending an active call Switch on/off hands-free microphone Settin

105Telephone*Telephone operationGSM Use the number key 2 and then press k.The active call is put on hold and the call formerly on hold is now active.

106Telephone*Telephone operationThe phone book contains all entries of the internal memory of the mobile phone (TDMA, CDMA and GSM mobile phone), ent

107Telephone*Telephone operationYou can select the following functions: Changing the phone book display at the COMAND Selecting a phone book entry a

9IntroductionOperating safety Operating safetyWarning GAny alterations made to electronic compo-nents and the software can cause malfunc-tions.The ra

108Telephone*Telephone operationBegin dialing Press E.or Press k.or Press the Send soft key.

109Navigation*Important notesNavigation main menuDestination inputRoute guidanceDuring route guidanceLast destinations and destination memoryPOIsToday

110Navigation*Important notes Important notesWarning GFor safety reasons, you should only enter a destination when the vehicle is stationary. When th

111Navigation*Important notesCOMAND calculates the route with the help of data that is stored on the navigati-on DVD.Only use Mercedes-Benz navigation

112Navigation*Important notesIf your vehicle has been transported (e.g. by a car, train or ferry) the system may make navigation announcements which d

113Navigation*Important notesThe following applies if you interrupt your trip and continue later on: Trip is continued within 2 hours: The system wil

114Navigation*Navigation main menu Navigation main menu Press b.The Navigation main menu or the current navigation screen (e.g. map screen) will app

115Navigation*Navigation main menu Destination memoryYou can select destinations from the Destination Memory ( page 154). Enter destinationActivate

116Navigation*Navigation main menuThe COMAND calculates the route as Fastest route.Minimizing traffic routes Press the Mode soft key in the Navigati

117Navigation*Navigation main menu Press c.The full view of the map appears. You will see the vehicle’s current position. Press any soft key.The sof

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118Navigation*Destination input Destination input Activating the Navigation main menu ( page 114). Push the joystick to g or G to select the menu

119Navigation*Destination input Press the State soft key in the Enter street menu ( page 118)in the Enter city menu ( page 125).The Select state/

120Navigation*Destination inputEntering a street In the Enter street menu ( page 118) push the joystick to h, H, g or G to select the characters. Af

121Navigation*Destination inputor Press the List soft key.The street list will appear. You can now select a street.Selecting a streetSelect street li

122Navigation*Destination inputYou can use the following functions entering the house number entering any house number by pressing the Any # soft ke

123Navigation*Destination inputThe Start route guidance menu ( page 133) will appear, if the entered address information (street name and house numbe

124Navigation*Destination input Press the Delete soft key if necessary.The character last entered is deleted.Back to the previous menu Press the Bac

125Navigation*Destination inputConfirming a cross street (list) Press E to confirm.The Start route guidance menu ( page 133) will appear.Entering a

126Navigation*Destination input In the Enter city menu push the joystick to h, H, g or G to select the characters. After each selection, press E.  P

127Navigation*Destination inputor Press the List soft key.The city list will appear. You can now select a city.Selecting a city Push the joystick to

11At a glanceRadio operating elementsSingle CD operating elementsCD changer* operating elementsMP3 CD operating elementsSatellite radio* operating ele

128Navigation*Destination inputSelecting a parking lotThe map is displayed and shows the destination and the available parkings lots.One of the parkin

129Navigation*Destination inputSelecting a destination using the map Press c. Push the joystick to H, h, g, G, F, f.or Press the Map soft key, e.g.

130Navigation*Destination input Push the joystick to H, h, g, G to move the cross-hairs. Push the joystick to F or f to move the cross-hairs diagona

131Navigation*Destination input Activate the Navigation main menu ( page 114). Press the Home soft key.The message No home address available! Pleas

132Navigation*Destination input selecting a destination from the Last destinations memory ( page 152) selecting a Point of Interest ( page 156) e

133Navigation*Route guidance Route guidanceRoute guidance can be started if the destination input is complete and Start route guidance is displayed a

134Navigation*Route guidanceAfter route calculation, the system assists route guidance using pictorial displays ( page 135) and voice instructions. R

135Navigation*Route guidanceThe navigation displays are only visible while route guidance is active.To switch to the navigation display from another d

136Navigation*Route guidanceDisplay example 2:1 Current vehicle location and direction of travel y, remaining route section2 Name of the road you are

137Navigation*Route guidanceAltering the map scale The current map scale is indicated on the left side of the status bar. Press the + or ) soft key.

12At a glanceRadio operating elements Radio operating elements

138Navigation*Route guidance In navigation mode, press b.The inquiry menu Cancel route guidance? will appear. Press E to confirm Yes.Route guidance

139Navigation*During route guidance During route guidanceDuring route guidance you can use the soft keys to activate additional menus and displays an

140Navigation*During route guidance Display the soft keys. Press the Info soft key.The Info menu will appear. Info menuAvailable soft keys Rte list

141Navigation*During route guidanceThe detour function blocks a route section ahead. If possible, the system will calculate a detour. You can adjust t

142Navigation*During route guidanceSwitching off (remove detour) Activate the soft key display ( page 139). Press the Detour soft key. Push the jo

143Navigation*During route guidanceThis function allows you to select an intermediate destination while route guidance is active. A stopover destinati

144Navigation*During route guidance More soft key: If you press this soft key, the Navigation main menu ( page 114) will appear. Enter stopover will

145Navigation*During route guidanceDeleting or replacing a stopover destination Activate the soft key display ( page 139). Press the Stopovr soft k

146Navigation*During route guidanceThe system can save the current position as a destination in the Last destinations memory ( page 152). Press any

147Navigation*During route guidanceSetting POI Icons displaysYou can set which POIs are shown as symbols on the map. In the Settings menu, press the

13At a glanceRadio operating elementsFunction Page1 Audio menu 402 Soft keys(multifunction keys)3 Color display with Radio main menu414 1 - 0, *Statio

148Navigation*During route guidance Press the Back soft key to confirm and return to the map.Setting map view In the Settings menu ( page 146), pre

149Navigation*During route guidance In the Settings menu ( page 146), press the GPS soft key.The options On and Off are displayed.The symbol _ indic

150Navigation*During route guidance ManualIf you choose this option, the system only switches to split screen by pressing c.The symbol _ indicates th

151Navigation*During route guidance Push the joystick to H to select Yes. Press E.The trail is deleted.If you don’t want to delete a trail Press E

152Navigation*Last destinations and destination memory Last destinations and destination memoryThe Last destinations memory automatically saves last

153Navigation*Last destinations and destination memoryStarting route guidance to a last destination Select a destination from the Last destinations

154Navigation*Last destinations and destination memoryCreate a new name Push the joystick to h, H, g or G to select the characters. After each select

155Navigation*Last destinations and destination memoryCategory OthersAt the end of the letter list follows the category Others.  Press * to access.Ca

156Navigation*POIs (Points of Interest) POIs (Points of Interest)This function allows you to select Points of Interest such as gas stations, parking

157Navigation*POIs (Points of Interest)Available soft keys Name soft key:Brings you to the Enter POI menu ( page 158). Details soft key:Shows all i

14At a glanceSingle CD operating elements Single CD operating elements

158Navigation*POIs (Points of Interest) Push the joystick to G or g to select the desired POI. Press E.The Start route guidance menu will appear (

159Navigation*POIs (Points of Interest) Press c.The full view of the map will appear. Your current position and the special destinations are indicate

160Navigation*POIs (Points of Interest)If a phone number is associated with a POI, the number can be used to select a destination and making a call. T

161Navigation*POIs (Points of Interest)Dialing the POI phone number* Press the Call soft key in the Route guidance menu.Dialing will begin. In the st

162Navigation*Today’s plan Today’s planThe today’s plan memory can be used to save destinations for which routes can be calculated one after the othe

163Navigation*Today’s planAvailable soft keys Bestway soft key:Sortes entries to obtain the most efficient route through all the destinations ( page

164Navigation*Today’s planDisplay details for starting position Push the joystick to G to select Starting position. Press the Details soft key.The a

165Navigation*Software Updates Software Updates

166Navigation*Software Updates1 Ejecting DVD2 Opening/closing the display unit3 Warning message Press EJECT to closeYou can update the system with a n

167Navigation*Software UpdatesLoading Insert the new navigation DVD into the DVD slot with the label side up.The message Navigation is initializing.

15At a glanceSingle CD operating elementsFunction Page1 Audio menu 402 Soft keys(multifunction keys)3 Color screen with single CD main menuThe status

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169ServiceService main menuSMS*Tele Aid*

170ServiceService main menu Service main menu Press C.The Service main menu will appear.Service main menuYou can use the soft keys to open other men

171ServiceSMS* SMS*With the SMS Received list, you can receive SMS messages provided that SMS messaging is available from your mobile phone service p

172ServiceSMS* Press the Detail soft key.The list entry will appear in full in a window.Line-by-line scrolling through the SMS Received list: Push t

173ServiceTele Aid* Tele Aid*Tele Aid* incorporates the following functions: Emergency call system Roadside Assistance InformationFor certain emer

174ServiceTele Aid*If the connection is made, the message Call Connected appears on the status bar.During activation of a Roadside Assistance call it

175System settingsSystem settings

176System settingsSystem settings System settings Press C. In the Service main menu ( page 170), press the System soft key.System settings menuIn

177System settingsSystem settings Push the joystick to g or G to select the desired entry.Daylight Savings Time:Changes from summer to winter time.St

16At a glanceCD changer* operating elements CD changer* operating elements

178System settingsSystem settings Select Instr. cluster setting.COMAND will use the same language as is set in instrument cluster.or Push the joysti

179System settingsSystem settings In the System settings menu, press the Display soft key.You can use the following functions: set the display dimmi

180System settingsSystem settingsor Press the Bright. soft key longer than 2 seconds.The display brightness changes gradually. When the slider reache

181System settingsSystem settingsIn this display example, the help screen is activated. Push the joystick to G or g to select an entry. Press E.This

182System settingsSystem settingsAfter completion of the first stage, the system prompts you to save the data of the first stage.If you do not save th

183System settingsSystem settingsCanceling individualizationYou can cancel individualization at any time during either the first or second stage. All

184System settingsSystem settingsIf you do not wish to reset to the factory settings Press the Back soft key or press E.The System settings menu will

185GlossaryAudio sourceThis includes the systems radio and CD (CD drive in the control unit, CD chan-ger*).AutostoreEnters the stations with the best

186GlossaryFaderDefines sound-center front/back.FolderAlternative designation for songs/tracks. Data saved on a storage medi-um can be grouped into fo

187GlossaryNavigation DVDContains all available destination addresses (town, road, intersection, house number, special destinations) and the digital m

17At a glanceCD changer* operating elementsThe CD changer* is located in the glove box. Open the glove box to access the CD changer*.Loading CDs into

188GlossarySoft keysKeys that activate different functions. Function of key depends on the selec-ted operating mode. Tele Aid*(Telematic Alarm Identi

189IndexAAcceptingcall 98Activatingdestination memory 154Enter street menu 118last destinations 152Navigation main menu 114Service main menu 170System

190IndexChangingmap display 137COMANDswitching off 34switching on 34CONNECTING 173CONTINUE ROUTE GUIDANCE 114Current vehicle location 135DDestination

191IndexMMakinga conference call 105display settings 179Map orientationHeading Up 137North Up 137Memorydestination memory 153last destinations 152Memo

192IndexPPhone book 106PHONE NOT AVAILABLE 91PHONE NOT INSERTED 91PHONE OFF 92PIN BLOCKED. PLEASE ENTER PUK ON CELL PHONE 96PIN-codeentering 95PIN-COD

193Indextime zone 176via folder list 70Voice control* settings 180Settingdisplay dimming characteristics 179map view 148POI Icons displays 147routing

194IndexVVoice control* settings 180Voice instructions 134Volumeadjustingat the COMAND 35automatic volume control 35WWeather Band WB 42

We reserve the right to modify the technical detailsof the COMAND system as givenin the data and illustrationsof this Operator’s Manual. Press time: 0

18At a glanceMP3 CD operating elements MP3 CD operating elements

19At a glanceMP3 CD operating elementsFunction Page1 Audio menu 402 Soft keys(multifunction keys)3 Color screen with MP3 main menuThe status bar indic

20At a glanceSatellite radio* operating elements Satellite radio* operating elements

21At a glanceSatellite radio* operating elementsFunction Page1 Satellite radio main menuSwitching satellite operation on and off80802 Soft keys(multif

22At a glanceTelephone* operating elements Telephone* operating elements

23At a glanceTelephone* operating elementsFunction Page1 aTelephone menuSwitching telephone operation on and off96922 Soft keys(multifunction keys)3 C

24At a glanceNavigation* operating elements Navigation* operating elements

25At a glanceNavigation* operating elementsFunction Page1 bNavigation main menuDuring route guidance:Change over to navigation displayCancelling route

26At a glanceService operating elements Service operating elements

27At a glanceService operating elementsFunction Page1 CService main menu1702 Soft keys(multifunction keys)3 Color screen with Service main menuiThe SM

Welcome to COMAND!Please make yourself familiar with your COMAND control unit and read the instruc-tions in this manual before operating the COMAND sy

28At a glanceMultifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheelC class illustratedFunction Page1 Multifunction display2 Volume settingç Volume

29At a glanceMultifunction steering wheel Switch the multifunction display to the respective system if you wish to operate the system using the butto

30At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelMP3 CD operation1 MP3 mode2 Current MP3 trackSatellite radio* operation1 SAT mode and preset channel number2

31At a glanceMenu system Menu systemThe menu system allows for easy operation of COMAND. Main menus are provided for the following main functions: A

32At a glanceMenu systemThe main area 2 shows messages and settings.You can change the settings by operating the system.The status bar 3 is divided in

33At a glanceMenu systemIn some situations, soft keys may not have any function and are not operational. A soft key without function appears shaded ou

34At a glanceQuick reference COMAND Quick reference COMANDSwitching on Turn the key in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 if the COMAND was switc

35At a glanceQuick reference COMANDAdjusting the volume At the COMAND, turn the rotary control at the e key.or Press J or I on the multifunction ste

36At a glanceQuick reference COMANDCommon balance and fader settings apply to the following systems: Radio operation CD operation (CD) CD changer*

37At a glanceQuick reference COMANDDifferent bass and treble settings are possible for the following operating modes: Radio: FM-, AM- and Weather (WB

38At a glanceQuick reference COMAND Speech:Playback optimized for language comprehensibility. LOGIC7 Surround:Surround playback.You can use differen

39AudioAudio operationRadio operationCD operationMP3 CD operationAUX operation

40AudioAudio operation Audio operationIn chapter “Audio” you will find detailed information regarding radio operation CD operation (CD drive, CD ch

41AudioRadio operation Radio operation In the Audio menu, press the Radio soft key.The Radio main menu will appear. The station last tuned to will b

42AudioRadio operationWeather Band WB In the FM or AM Radio main menu, press the WB soft key.An automatic scan is starting and the COMAND plays and d

43AudioRadio operationAutomatic seek tuning Press g or h.or Push the joystick to g or G.The radio will tune in to the next receivable station (FM, A

44AudioRadio operation Enter the desired frequency with the number keys within 8 seconds, e.g. 1027 for 102.7 MHz.The station you have selected will

45AudioRadio operationThe scan function will begin.End scan function and play a station Press the Scan soft key again if you hear the desired station

46AudioRadio operationYou can use the following functions: Saving stations manually (FM, AM) Saving stations automatically FM, AM ( page 48) Selec

47AudioRadio operation Press E longer than 2 seconds.You will hear a verification beep if the beep tones option was activated in the system settings

ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Where to find it . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Symbols . . . . . . . . .

48AudioRadio operationSaving stations automatically (FM, AM) Activate the desired wave band ( page 41). Press the Autost. soft key.The autostore pr

49AudioRadio operationSelecting a station from the preset menu (FM, AM) Activate the FM or AM memory ( page 46).You can use one of the following two

50AudioCD operation CD operationGeneral Information on CD operationWarning GIn order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident, the driver

51AudioCD operation Avoid touching the CD surface with your fingers. Clean the CD with a dry, lint-free cloth. Wipe them from the inside to the oute

52AudioCD operation.

53AudioCD operation1 Ejecting audio CD2 Opening/closing the display unit3 Warning message Press EJECT to close With the COMAND switched on, press l.T

54AudioCD operationLoading CDs into the CD changer*The CD changer* is located in the glove box. Open the glove box to access the CD changer*.The CD ch

55AudioCD operationPlayback locations for audio CDs are: the CD drive in the COMAND the CD changer*.CD driveCD changer* In the Audio menu ( page 4

56AudioCD operationCD drive Activate the Audio menu ( page 40). Press the CD soft key.The CD main menu is displayed. If no audio CD has been inser

57AudioCD operationYou can select a CD: in the CD list ( page 57) with the number keypad ( page 57) in the magazine menu ( page 58)In the CD lis

ContentsSwitching to MP3 CD mode . . . . . . 68Loading a MP3 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Ejecting a MP3 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68MP3 main m

58AudioCD operation Press a number key, e.g. 2 to select the corresponding CD.Loading CD 2 is displayed.The CD is changed. The selected CD is played

59AudioCD operationPrevious track or start of title (if more than 10 seconds of playing time has elapsed) Press g.Playback begins.Select any desired

60AudioCD operationActivating Press the Scan soft key.Scan will begin.Ending the functionScan search is running. Press the Scan soft key.or Press E

61AudioCD operationOn Press J during playback.The CD operation is muted and the ß symbol is displayed in the status bar. The soft keys on the left si

62AudioCD operationActivating playback modeE.g.:Mode Repeat track  Press the Setting soft key.The setting menu will appear.CD changer* setting menu

63AudioCD operationExplanation of the playback modes Normal sequenceTracks are played in ascending order (e.g. 1, 2, 3 and so on). If just one CD is

64AudioMP3 CD operation MP3 CD operationiDepending on vehicle production date the MP3 CD feature may not be available in your vehicle.Safety instruct

65AudioMP3 CD operation Only touch the CD on the edges. Clean the CD with a dry, lint-free cloth. Wipe the CD a straight line from the center. Never

66AudioMP3 CD operationFile structureWhen creating a MP3 CD, you can organize MP3 tracks into folders. A folder can also contain additional folders.A

67AudioMP3 CD operationIf MP3 or audio CD files are stored in the root directory itself, the root directory also counts as a folder. COMAND will then

ContentsRecalculating an existing route . . 133Voice instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Navigation displays. . . . . . . . . . . . 135Arriving

68AudioMP3 CD operation Activate the MP3 main menu ( page 69).or Load a MP3 CD into the CD drive ( page 51).Loading a MP3 CD into the CD drive is

69AudioMP3 CD operation Activate the Audio menu ( page 40). Press the MP3 soft key.It may take a while to load the data depending on the number of

70AudioMP3 CD operationIf the MP3 tracks are organized into folders on the CD, you can select a folder from the COMAND control unit.The following opti

71AudioMP3 CD operationSelecting via extended folder list In the MP3 main menu ( page 69), press the Folder soft key. The extended folder list appea

72AudioMP3 CD operationYou can select a track: by using G or g in the track list of a selected folder or MP3 CD with g or h with the number keypad

73AudioMP3 CD operationBackward Press d. If the track has been playing for more than approx. 10 seconds, the track is replayed from the start. If the

74AudioMP3 CD operationEnding the scan functionScan search is running. Press the Scan soft key.or Press E.The last scanned track is played. Activat

75AudioMP3 CD operationChanging the playback optionE.g.:Option CD mix Activate the MP3 main menu ( page 69). Press the Setting soft key.Setting men

76AudioAUX operation AUX operationAn external audio source can be connected to the COMAND via the 1/8" socket located inside the glovebox.C clas

77Satellite radio*Important notesSubscribingSatellite radio operation

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78Satellite radio*Important notes Important notesIn chapter “Satellite radio”, you will find detailed information regarding selecting a station and

79Satellite radio*Subscribing Subscribing Press B to switch to satellite radio operation.The Satellite radio main menu will ap-pear and displays the

80Satellite radio*Satellite radio operation Satellite radio operationSee “Subscribing to satellite radio” for im-portant subscription information (

81Satellite radio*Satellite radio operationSatellite radio stations are split up into ca-tegories. You can select between various categories such as N

82Satellite radio*Satellite radio operationEnding scan function and playing a station Press the Scan soft key again.The station selected will appear

83Satellite radio*Satellite radio operationYou can use the following functions: Saving stations manually Selecting a station from the Satellite pres

84Satellite radio*Satellite radio operationYou will see the Satellite radio main menu automatically after 8 seconds if you press s.Selecting a stati

85Satellite radio*Satellite radio operationYou can call the provider service center for questions or releases, whenever you need. Press the Service s

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87Telephone*Important notesTelephone operation

7Where to find itIntroduction Where to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide support information for you, the COMAND operator. Each c

88Telephone*Important notes Important notesIn chapter “Telephone”, you will find de-tailed information regarding the telepho-ne*, including emergency

89Telephone*Important notesiIf you have a Mercedes-Benz specified integrated mobile telephone (TDMA, CDMA or GSM) and the telephone is inserted in the

90Telephone*Important notes Please read the chapter “Telephone” first before attempting to operate your telephone. Please also read the important no

91Telephone*Important notes The message Telephone being ac-tivated, please wait appears. COMAND prepares the telephone for use. Select other system f

92Telephone*Telephone operation Telephone operationAutomaticallyThe telephone* is automatically activated when the COMAND is switched on. The mobile

93Telephone*Telephone operationYou can make an emergency call to an emergency rescue station with a mobile communication network.The emergency call wi

94Telephone*Telephone operationInitiating an emergency callIf Telephone is locked Press the 911 soft key.The system opens an inquiry menu prompting i

95Telephone*Telephone operationTDMA or CDMA mobile phoneEntering the unlock code Use the number keys 1 through 0 to enter the four-digit unlock code.

96Telephone*Telephone operationEntry incorrect:You will hear a warning sound. The mes-sage PIN-Code incorrect will appear. You need to re-enter your

97Telephone*Telephone operationThe telephone is ready for operation Message Ready and the reception strength Ö are shown on the status bar.Other messa