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COMANDOperator's Manual

IIncident (traffic notification) ... 87Incoming calls answering ... 29, 109rejecting ...

Safety PrecautionsGWarningSome jurisdictions prohibit the driver fromusing a cellular telephone while driving.Whether or not prohibited by law, for sa

RKeypad on the COMAND control unitRMultifunction steering wheelRVoice ControlThe explanations in this section assume thatthe mobile phone is connected

iThe duration of the search proceduredepends on the number and type ofBluetooth® phones. The search may take afew minutes.When first entering the devi

COMAND’s Bluetooth® device name is “MBBluetooth”.XIn the phone submenu select Phone£Bluetooth Phones£Update£Options£External Authorization.XStart the

XTo set the volume: Slide qmr.The red bar moves up or down.XTo confirm selection: Press n.“911” Emergency Call GWarningThe 911 emergency call system i

Phone Menu1Phone service status2Signal strength (if provided by phone)3Call status4Displays COMAND phone book5Displays call list selection6Input spell

1Expanded phone book entry2Phone book entry with subentriesXRotate ymz or slide qmr and select thedesired sub-entry.Displaying Details on an EntryCOMA

XTo switch input speller to upper or lower case characters: Select & or(.XTo switch input speller character set:Select k.Every time this is select

XSelect Yes or No.If you select Yes, a selection list will appearcontaining the five existing numbers.XSelect the number to be overwritten.The input m

List of incoming calls1List of calls received2Date/time of the highlighted entry3List entry options menuXTo select a list entry: Rotate ymz or slideqm

Menus, COMAND how to operate ... 31list of ... 19Menus, steering wheel ...

3Input speller4Data field for phone number is completedautomatically5Phone category6Number categoryXTo switch data fields: Slide qm until theinput spe

asking whether you wish to overwrite oneof the existing numbers.XSelect Yes or No.If you select Yes, a selection list with thefive existing numbers is

XTo delete individual digits: Press brieflythe CLR button on the COMAND controlunit.XTo delete an entire phone number: Pressand hold the CLR button un

5Device name of the connected mobilephone6Terminates call Switching Hands-Free Microphone On or Off XOpen the phone main menu (Y page 102).XTo switch

Opening the Address Book From Another Main FunctionXSelect Phone£Phone£Address Book.iIf the address book was last open in thetelephone function, you

Entering Data into a FieldXSelect all the characters one after the otherin the input speller 2.iThe input speller provides the characterscorresponding

symbol 2 contain complete address datafrom the navigation system, which supportnavigation and are covered by the digital mapdata. You can quickly star

Displaying Details About an Address Book Entry XSwitch from the predictive speller to the list(Y page 113).orXSelect an address book entry from theadd

XSelect Preferred, where applicable.Depending on the previous state, switchthe option on Ç or off c. The phonenumber is displayed as the first number

Deleting Voice NameXSearch for the address book entry with avoice entry (Y page 113).XSelect Options£Voice Name£Delete.A deletion prompt appears.XSele

OOff-map routes ... 83Off-road routes ... 83Operating example ...

previous phone book entries are then nolonger available.After successfully downloading the contactdata you see a corresponding message.The address boo

XSelect Internal Contacts or From Mobile Phone or From Memory Card orReceived Business Cards or Delete All.A prompt corresponding to your selectionapp

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Audio Menu ... 122Radio ... 123Satellite Radio ...

Audio MenuiInformation on the COMAND controlsystem and how to operate it can be foundon (Y page 18).iFor many operating functions you canalso use the

RadioSwitching to the Radio From the COMAND Control UnitXPress the $ function button.orXSelect Audio£Audio£FM/AM Radio inthe display.iPress the button

Submenu Overview Radio (FMand AMonly)Presets(FM andAM only)Channel(WB only)Info FM SoundEnterFrequencyAutostore List ofreceivablechannelsProgramInform

Tuning to a Station You can tune to a station via station search,by manual frequency input or via the stationmemory.Tuning to a Station via Station Se

XTo store a station to a selected preset:Press and hold n until a signal tonesounds.orXPress and hold a number key, e.g. 4, untila signal tone sounds.

XTo activate/deactivate the station information display: Select Radio£Show Station Information from theradio submenu.If the checkbox O is checked, sta

switching to ... 123voice control with ... 201, 209Random track playback ... 144rear s

(Y page 131) or contact www.sirius.com(USA) or www.siriuscanada.com (Canada).Subscribing Subscribing to Satellite RadioTo switch to satellite radio op

The message No Service will appear at startup or when the signal is not available.After the COMAND acquires the signal, theSatellite radio display wil

SatRadio MenuXOn the submenu bar rotate ymz or slideomp until SatRadio is highlighted.XPress n.The SatRadio menu appears.Entering a Channel Number Dir

Press n.orXPress a number key, e. g. 4 on the controlunit.Displaying Information XIn the submenu rotate ymz or slide ompuntil Info is highlighted.XPre

is a risk of exposure to invisible laser radiationif you open the casing, or if the casing is faultyor damaged.COMAND does not contain any parts that

iIn everyday speech, this formatdesignation has been replaced by thedesignation “MP3”.RMicrosoft Windows® Media Audio V2, V7,V8 und V9 (WMA).Notes on

There may be playback problems withuserburned CDs with a storage capacity ofmore than 700 MB. These CDs do not meetcurrent valid standards.iWhen playi

Loading an Individual Magazine CompartmentXPress the Load V button.A menu indicates which magazinecompartments are currently loaded. Thehighlighted or

number or, if the magazine is empty,compartment 1 is marked.XSelect Fill Empty Slots.The message Please insert disc <x>will be displayed.iOnly i

iIf you eject a disc while another is beingplayed, the DVD changer interruptsplayback. Playback will continue once thedisc has been ejected completely

Selecting audio track CD, DVD, or MP3 ... 141normal and random options ... 144rear seat entertainment system ... 175

1Eject button2PCMCIA memory card slotXPress Eject button 1 twice.The PCMCIA memory card is ejected.XTake the PCMCIA memory card out ofslot 2. Menu Ove

Switching to CD Audio, DVD Audio or MP3 Mode From the Control PanelXInsert a CD/DVD (Y page 134) or a PCMCIAmemory card (Y page 136).COMAND loads the

Example of DVD Audio Display1Disc type ü2Track number3Track name (if available)4Elapsed track time5Visual time and track display6Current playback opti

Only in DVD Audio modeXTo pause playback: Switch to DVD Audiomode.XSelect «.The display « changes to X.XTo resume playback: Switch to DVDAudio mode.Pl

Selecting via Track ListXIn CD Audio and DVD Audio mode: SelectTrack List.orXIn MP3 mode: Press n when the mainarea window is highlighted.The track li

Gracenote® Media Database iThis function is only available in CD Audiomode.CD information including album title, artistname and track name is obtained

multi-channel formats) or bonus tracks. Eachgroup can include up to 99 tracks. If a DVDAudio only comprises one audio format, the“Group” menu item(s)

1Storage media type — Music Register Ñ2Track number3Track name4Elapsed track time5Visual time and track display6Current playback option7Sound settings

Start the RecordingXRotate ymz or slide omp until Start ishighlighted.XPress n.In the display information about source,destination and progress of the

Deleting Folders/TrackXSelect Folder.XTo select a folder/track: Rotate ymz orslide qmr.XSelect Options£Delete.A query appears. No is highlighted.XDo n

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Supported Data Formats (USB devices) The following data types are supported:RMP3: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s)RWMA: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s)In order

If necessary, consult a Mercedes-BenzService Center. Switching to Media Interface From Another Main FunctionXSelect Audio£Audio£Media Interface in the

Selecting Music Files iCOMAND displays the data stored on theiPod®, MP3 player or USB mass storagedevice in the storage structure used in themedium i

the selected tracks are opened and playbackbegins.For USB mass storage devices, you candetermine whether metadata from the tags inthe coded music data

Alphabetical Track Selection iPods and MP3 PlayersiThis function is available for categorieswhich are arranged in alphabetical order.This function is

Audio AuxAn external audio source (Aux) can beconnected to COMAND via the 1/8 inch jack1 located inside the glovebox.Switching to Audio Aux ModeFrom A

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General Information ... 156Submenu Overview ... 157DVD Video ... 1

General InformationSafety Notes GWarningCOMAND is classified as a Class 1 laserproduct. You must not open the casing. Thereis a risk of exposure to in

RThe discs must only be labelled using pensspecially designed for this purpose.RAfter use, replace the discs into the sleeve.RProtect the discs from h

Where to find itThis operator's manual has been designed tohelp you use your COMAND control unit in allsituations. Since not all models have thes

DVD-Video«/X±Media SoundActive Aud./Vid.Source for the RearRear Audio/VideoOffDVD VideoSwitching to DVD Video From the Control PanelXInsert a DVD Vide

Menu system displayed1DVD Video menu2Pause function3Stop function4Media selection5Sound settings Fast Forward or Rewind XSlide and hold omp in Full Sc

Pause Function XIn DVD Video mode, display the menusystem if necessary (Y page 158).XTo pause playback: Select «.The display « changes to X.XTo resum

Opening the DVD MenuXIn DVD Video mode, if necessary, displaythe menu system (Y page 158).XSelect DVD-Video£DVD Functions£Menu.The DVD menu appears.Se

Back to the MovieXPress the k button repeatedly until yousee the film.orXSelect the corresponding menu item in theDVD menu.XSelect the Back (to movie)

The way you can control the actions dependson the DVD.Video AuxAux ConnectorsAn external video source (Video Aux) can beconnected to COMAND via Media

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General Information ... 166Basic Functions ... 170System Settings ...

General InformationVehicle EquipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the

Display Screens :Connector for wired headset;Aux connectors=Display?Infra-red sensorsRemote Control :Switching the display screen on or off;Switching

RMicrosoft® is a registered trademark ofMicrosoft Corporation in the United Statesand other countriesRSIRIUS and related marks are trademarksof SIRIUS

XPoint the remote control to the activescreen and press the On/Off : button onthe remote control.The display screen is switched on or off.iSwitching o

Switching ON/Off the Wireless headsetXPress button ?.Depending on the previous state theheadset is switched on or off. In order topreserve battery cha

Remote Control Batteries The remote control contains two batteries ofsize AAA, 1.5 V.XRemove the cover of the batterycompartment 3 on the back of the

In Aux mode you can play external videosources that are connected either to thedisplay screens or to the CD/DVD drive. Inaddition you can play the act

The following functions affect only onescreen:RChanging Audio, Video or screen settingsRSwitching between full screen and menusystem.Switching Operati

Adjusting the Brightness XSelect System settings £Brightness.A scale appears.XTo set the brightness: Press the n orý button.The brightness bar moves u

Ejecting a Disc XPress Eject button 8.The drive ejects the disc.XTake the disc out of the slot.If you do not take the disc out of the slot,the drive w

5Visual time and track display6Current playback option (no icon for"Normal track sequence")7Bass setting8Treble setting9Current folder or me

1Back folder symbol2Current folder name3Track iconXTo switch to the next folder up: Selecticon U.The display shows the next folder up.1Back folder sym

RNormal Track SequenceYou will hear the tracks in the normalsequence (e.g. track 1, 2, 3, etc.).RRandom Tracks:You will hear the tracks in random orde

The navigation system does not supply anyinformation on stop signs, yield signs, trafficregulations or traffic safety rules. Theirobservance always re

Hiding or Showing the Control Menu XTo display: Press n or ý on theremote control.XTo hide: Press n or ý on the remotecontrol.orXWait for approximatel

Selecting a Scene/Chapter If the film is subdivided into scenes orchapters, you can select the scenes orchapters step by step while the film isrunning

optimized, 4:3 or Wide Screen indicatesthe currently selected format.XTo switch formats: Press n or ýuntil the desired format is selected.XTo save set

You will see the 7 icon in the display asan indicator.Back to MovieXPress % on the remote controlrepeatedly until you see the film.orXSelect the corre

For further information on external videosources please refer to the operating guideof the device.Connecting an Aux SourceDrive AuxThe Aux connectors

In the status line you will see the headsetsymbol and the _ symbol indicating theactive mode.If you change the mode in COMAND, the newmode is also pla

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Overview ... 186Phone ... 188Navigation ...

OverviewOperating Safety GWarning!Please devote your attention first andforemost to the traffic situation you are in.While the system permits hands-fr

your entry!. The voice control confirmsimportant commands to you and gives youinstructions in the event of incorrect entries.Command Types Voice contr

COMAND Control System ... 18Multifunction Steering Wheel ... 25Operating COMAND ... 30Basic Function

To resume the dialog with voice control, pressthe ? button on the multifunction steeringwheel.Canceling the Dialog XPress the % button.orXSay the comm

OperationYou can use voice control to:Rplace a call by using your voice to input aphone numberRstore names and numbers in the addressbookRdial a numbe

sFive zero zero fivetFive zero zero fivesOkaytDialing numberiYou can also dial the specified number ifyou press the 6 button on the multi-function ste

iIf there is more than one phone numberfor an entry, voice control queries this.tDo you want to call Smith?sHometSmith home. Dialing.XTo cancel the di

Renter a streetRenter an intersectionRenter a house numberRenter an entire addressRenter a zip codeRfind addressRenter a point of interestRselect one

there is only one entry on the list, voicecontrol asks if it is correct.tPlease select a line number.sLine number 1tLine number 1 acceptedtWould you l

i You can use the “Next page” or “Previouspage” commands to scroll through the list.You can use the “Correction” command tospell the town again from t

tNumber 4 acceptedtDo you want to start route guidance?sYesThe route guidance to the specifiedintersection is started.In connection with the "Ent

R“Next restaurant”R“Next hospital”Example of dialog:sNext gas stationuThe system shows a numbered list ofgas stations on the displaytPlease select a l

RDistance to destinationRRemaining driving timeRExpected arrival time“Guidance Instructions On”When you use the “Guidance instructions on”command, voi

COMAND Control SystemE-Class illustratedFunction Page1COMAND display 182COMAND control unit withDVD changer 203COMAND controller 23Vehicle EquipmentiT

OverviewThe address book gives you the option ofstoring information about people in the formof entries.Using voice control, you can dial a phonenumber

about half a second between each block ofdigits) and waits for you to continue speaking.When you have given the command “Okay”,voice control prompts y

sYestThe voice name has been deleted“Read Out Address Book” You can use the “Read out address book”command to listen to all names and voicenames in th

You can use the “Correction” command tospell the name again.Radio and Satellite RadioGWarning!Please devote your attention first andforemost to the tr

Selecting the Frequency (AM Range)You can select frequencies within the AMrange (530 to 1710 kHz) directly. Voicecontrol also recognizes the words“fre

If the station you require is read out:XPress the ? button.The system sets the correspondingfrequency.XTo cancel the dialog: Press the %button.You hav

compartment with the “CD/DVD 1 to CD/DVD 6” command, the currentcompartment remains selected.XTo select the CD application: Pressthe ? button.XSay one

External Equipment (Aux)“Audio Aux”You can use the “Audio Aux” command toactivate the Aux input.Command ListIn the Command list section, you will find

RHelp DVD audioRHelp DVD audio changerRHelp MP3RHelp MP3 changerRHelp navigationRHelp route guidanceRHelp navPhone Commands RPhoneRTelephone on/phone

RZoom out completelyRZoom in completelyREnter stateRChange stateREnter provinceRChange provinceREnter destination areaRAnother stateRLast destinations

Example: Audio main function display1Status line2Main function line3Main area4Submenu lineStatus line 1 displays the time and thecurrent telephone sta

RDelete nameRRead out/play destination memoryRList destination memoryR<voice_name_tu>R<voice_name_ad> carR<voice_name_ad> car phoneR

Radio RRadio onR87 7 megahertz - 107 9 megahertzR87 point 7 to 107 point 9R87 point 7 megahertz to 107 point 9megahertzRFrequency 87 7 to frequency 10

RNext trackROther trackRPrevious trackRLast trackRRepeat/replay trackRCD 1 to CD 6RCD number 1 to CD number 6RTrack 1 to Track 99RTrack number 1 to Tr

RNext trackROther trackRPrevious trackRLast trackRRepeat/replay trackRTrack 1 to Track 99RTrack number 1 to Track number 99RDVD audio 1 to DVD audio 6

Problem Possible Cause/ConsequenceSuggested SolutionsAn address bookentry without aspeaker-dependent voicename is notrecognized.The fields in theaddre

Problem Possible Cause/ConsequenceSuggested SolutionsA station list entryis not recognized.The voice namesfor the stations inthe address bookdo not so

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Overview ... 216Emergency Calls ... 216Roadside Assistance ...

OverviewVehicle EquipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurc

Information CallsThe Information button ï is located in theoverhead control panel.XPress and hold Information button ï(for longer than 2 seconds).A ca

Navi Audio Phone VideoÇ HighwayinformationRearÇ Read TrafficMessagesAutomaticallyAUXÇ Audio FadeoutBlock AreaSIRIUS ServiceYou can determine basic set

This will open the start navigation screen(Y page 70).XSelect Start.orXSelect No if you wish to save thedownloaded destination address in theFrom Memo

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We reserve the right to modify the technicaldetails of the COMAND system as given in thedata and illustrations of this Operator’sManual.Press time: 05

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Function Page1$Switch to radio mode 123Switch wavebands2hSwitch toLast selected medium inDVD changer139,158Memory Card 139Music Register 144Media Inte

Function Pagec6Accept a call 109Dial a call 109Redial 110d~Reject a call 109End an active call 111Reject a waiting call 111eWOpen the system menu40Fun

COMAND Controller 1COMAND controllerYou can use the COMAND controller to selectthe menu items in the COMAND display.Move a selection bar to do so.You

SymbolCOMAND controller operation Function (example)nPress brieflyRSelect menu item or list entryRShow/hide the menu system (e.g. whenusing navigation

Clear Button 1Clear button 2XTo delete an individual character: Brieflypress the 2 button 1.XTo delete an entire entry: Press and holdthe 2 button 1.M

driver when traffic and road conditions permitit to be done safely.Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is

The road you are currently driving on onlyappears if it is in the map software.Route Guidance ActiveNo Maneuver Announced1Distance to destination2Dist

Welcome to COMAND!Please make yourself familiar with yourCOMAND control unit and read theinstructions in this manual before operatingthe COMAND system

ROff Map: the vehicle is outside the rangeof the digital map. The vehicle is in an off-map position.ROff Mapped Road: the vehicle is on a roadwhich is

XTo select the next or previous scene: Briefly press 9 or :.XTo search for the next or previous scene: Press and hold 9 or :.Tel Menu GWarningSome jur

multifunction display. The name alsoappears, provided it is stored in the phonebook. The selected number is stored in theCALLS DIALED list in COMAND(Y

Selecting Menu Item Example 1: Radio, Station Memory1Selection barSelecting Menu ItemXRotate ymz or slide qmr.The selection bar moves up and downwithi

Entering CharactersUsing the SpellerXTo select characters: Rotate ymz orslide omp.XSlide qmr to switch between the lines inthe speller.XTo confirm ch

XSlide qm repeatedly until the list appearswithout the speller.iWithout the speller entering charactersusing the number keypad is not possible.XTo re-

XTo select FM/AM Radio: Rotate ymz orslide qm.XTo confirm selection: Press n.The radio main display appears.Tuning to a Station ManuallyXSlide mr to

Volume of Navigation Announcements You can set the volume for navigationannouncements independently of the volumefor the active audio or video source.

Setting Balance and Fader (display image maydiffer depending on model)1Current settingXTo change the setting: Slide qmr oromp until the balance and fa

Dolby DigitalDTSMLP Setting Surround SoundYou can select LOGIC7® on or LOGIC7® offin surround sound mode.XSelect Sound£Surround.Surround sound setting

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System Menu Overview ... 40Switching the Display On/Off ... 40Time ...

System Menu OverviewVehicle EquipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the

TimeSetting the Time iThe correct time must be set for thefollowing functions to operate correctly:RCalculation of expected time of arrivalRTime stamp

1Brightness barXTo set the brightness: Rotate ymz orslide qmr.The brightness bar moves up or down.XTo confirm selection: Press n or slideom.orXPress t

session, the system guides you through thetraining with spoken instructions.XSelect System£Settings£Voice Control£Start New Individualization.You see

Language SettingThis function allows you to determine thelanguage for the menu displays and thenavigation messages. The language selectionaffects the

Switching Bluetooth On or Off XSelect System£Settings£Activate Bluetooth.Bluetooth is switched on Ç or offc.ResetiYou can fully reset COMAND to thefa

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Introduction ... 48Destination Input ... 62POI Input ...

Index ... 4Introduction ... 14At a Glance ...

IntroductionVehicle EquipmentiThis Operator’s Manual describes allfeatures, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time of

Update Sequence The sequence includes the following stages:RLoading DVD into the DVD changerRUpdate processiThe update process may take between 60and

XRemove the DVD from the slot.XHave the system software updated by anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.iIt will only be possible to update the mapsoftwa

deactivated as soon as the speed falls belowapprox. 2 mph.Certain entries cannot be made when therestriction is active, e.g. a city or road entry.This

If you interrupt the journey during routeguidance and continue it later, the followingapplies:RIf you continue the journey within 2 hours,COMAND autom

Submenu OverviewGuide Traffic Route (withactive routeguidance)Pos. (withactive routeguidance)PositionRPT. (withactiverouteguidance)Dest. (withactive r

3Current vehicle location4Navigation submenuMap without activated route guidance and withmenu system hidden1Current vehicle location2Set map orientati

1Current vehicle location2Crosshairs3Information on crosshairs position4Set map scaleiThe display item 3 may for example bea road if corresponding dat

COMAND calculates a route by minimizingthe driving time and takes into accounttraffic messages received along the route.The navigation system thus can

Example of map from bird's-eye view1Current crosshairs location2Currently set map orientationXTo set map orientation: Display menusystem if appli

1, 2, 3 ...911 emergency call ... 102911 emergency call system ... 102, 216AAccepting incoming calls ... 29, 109Activ

Traffic Information on Map Provided you have a subscription to SIRIUSXM Satellite Radio Traffic Message Service,you can have the traffic information d

Time of Arrival/Distance to DestinationMap with display activated for time of arrival/distance1Symbol for destination2Distance to the destination3Symb

XTo set: Display menu system if applicable(Y page 54).XSelect Navi£Highway Information.Depending on the previous status, thefunction will be switched

XTo change the size of the block area: Rotate ymz.XTo confirm the area and exit map display: Press n.The area is added to the block area list.A checke

:SIRIUS XM traffic information servicephone number;Serial number of your traffic informationservice moduleSubscribing to SIRIUS XM Traffic Information

REntering a POI (Y page 74)REntering a destination via the map(Y page 72)REntering a stopover destination(Y page 73)REntering a destination via “Searc

XTo selected a state/province: Rotateymz or slide qmr.XPress n.The Enter Destination menu appears again.The selected state/province has beenentered au

You see which characters you can enter withthat key. Each time you press the key, thenext character is highlighted.For example, key 2:RPress once = AR

XIn the Enter Destination menu select ZIP.The zip code list is displayed with or withoutpredictive speller (Y page 64). The displayof the predictive s

If COMAND can assign the zip code to aunique address, the Enter Destination menuis displayed again. The address data has beenentered automatically. No

downloading address bookcontent ... 117external authorization ... 100making calls ...

XIn the Enter Destination menu selectCenter.The city center list is displayed.XTo select a city center: Rotate ymz orslide qmr.XTo cancel selection: S

House Number List Without Predictive SpellerXTo select a house number: Rotate ymzor slide qmr.XTo cancel selection: Select Back andpress n.orXPress th

Junction List Without Predictive Speller:G symbol for additional optionsXTo select a junction: Rotate ymz or slideqmr.XTo cancel selection: Select Bac

Entering a Destination from the Destination Memory XIf necessary switch to navigation mode anddisplay menu system (Y page 54).XSelect Destination£From

Destination Memory List without Predictive SpellerXTo select a destination: Rotate ymz orslide qmr.XTo cancel selection: Select Back andpress n.orXPre

3Information on crosshairs position4Set map scaleiThe display 3 depends on the settingsselected in “Text information On Map”(Y page 58). It may displa

Selecting a Predefined CategoryCOMAND first searches for destinationsalong the route within the selected category.COMAND then searches for destination

Entering a POI in the Vicinity of the Location XIn the map display with the menu systemdisplayed, select Destination£From POIs£Current Position.XConti

If you have entered more than the countryand the city, alphabetically sortedcategories and POIs sorted by distance inthe vicinity of the address enter

Switching to the Main Category List Without Predictive SpellerYou can switch to the list at any point whileentering characters.XSlide qm repeatedly un

Contactssee Address book Contrast setting main video ... 160rear seat entertainme

POI listAs an example, the illustration below showsthe POI list for the main category ofRESTAURANT, subcategory BREWPUB, in thevicinity of the locatio

iIn the predictive speller 3 you can onlyselect characters that are currentlyavailable. The set of characters that isavailable depends on those alread

ZAGAT example descriptionEntering a POI via the Map iIf the crosshairs are visible on the map,you can enter POIs in the vicinity of thecrosshairs. If

For this reason, you must always observeapplicable road and traffic rules andregulations during your journey. Road andtraffic rules and regulations al

The example illustrated below shows thejunction zoom in the right-hand half.1Next road to be taken or sign postinformation2Visual distance indicator t

Traffic Lane Recommendations On multi-lane roads, COMAND may displaytraffic lane recommendations. For this theremust be corresponding data available

Route Guidance to an Off-road DestinationCOMAND can also guide you to destinationsthat are within the area covered by the digitalmap, but are not them

As soon as the vehicle location is found again,route guidance continues in the usualmanner. Navigation Announcements GWarningNavigation announcements

segment and the route segment to whichthe block goes.XTo cancel the function: Select Back.XTo start route calculation: Select Start,see also (Y page 7

3Main destination4Distance/estimated time of arrival/estimated journey time to the maindestination <iWhen calculating the estimated time ofarrival,

Notes about ... 133pause function ... 140selecting a track ... 14

Real-Time Traffic Notification SymbolsSymbol Description Traffic Notifications in Map Display TrafficReportListsTrafficReportMessageWarning(red)Appear

Displaying Real-Time Traffic ReportsXIf necessary, switch to navigation modeand show the menu system (Y page 54).XSelect Traffic.If you see a dialogue

Example of a Traffic Message 1Depending on your selection: Messages on the Route or All Messages2Message 8 of 16 for the road affected3Text of message

iThe Messages on the Route menu itemhas no function if there are no messagesrelating to the route.XTo cancel read-out of current message: Select Cance

If characters have been entered using thepredictive speller:XRotate ymz or qm slide in the list until theMy Address entry is highlighted.orXTo assign

guidance. If not, then first assign adestination to this entry (Y page 91).XIf necessary, switch to navigation modeand display the menu system (Y page

If the selected address book entry alreadycontains address data that can be used fornavigation (¤ icon), a prompt will appearasking whether you wish t

entry does not contain any other data, e.g.phone numbers, COMAND deletes theentire address book entry.Last DestinationsiCOMAND automatically saves the

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Safety Precautions ......... 98General Information ....... 98Activating the Mobile Phone ..... 99Su