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CD player (optional)1Audio system is switched off.
2The CD player is switched on.
3The number of the CD currently playing is displayed
if you are using a CD changer.
4Track number.
The radio must be switched on.
The CD player must be switched on.
Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until
display (2) appears.
Press the j or k button repeatedly until the
required track number (4) is displayed.
Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or
previous system.
Note:
To select a CD from the magazine, press a number on
the audio or the (optional) COMAND system located in
the center dashboard.
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These instructions are intended to help you become
acquainted with your Mercedes-Benz vehicle radio.
They contain useful tips and a detailed description of
the user functions.
The right to correct errors and make technical amendments is
reserved.
Operating safety1 Optional equipment
Dolby and the double-D symbol
Ù
are trademarks of Dolby
laboratories Licensing Corporation. The Dolby noise reduction
system is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Wa r n i n g !
In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an
accident, system settings should be entered with
the vehicle at standstill and systems should be
operated by the driver only when traffic conditions
permit. Always pay full attention to traffic
conditions first before operating system controls
while driving. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering
a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately
14 m ) e v e r y s e c o n d .
Wa r n i n g !
Any alternations made to electronic components
can cause malfunctions.The radio, cassette deck, CD changer
1 and
telephone
1 are interconnected. Therefore, when
one of the components is defective or has not been
removed/replaced properly this may impair the
function of other components.
These malfunctions might seriously impair the
operating safety of your vehicle.We recommend that you have any service work or
alternations on electronic components done in an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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CD mode
General notes on CD mode
Sh oul d excessive tempera tures occ ur wh il e in CD mode,
“TEMP HIGH” will appear in the display and muting
will take place. The unit will then switch back to radio
mode until the temperature has decreased to a safe
operating level.
Should temperatures occur while in CD mode which are
too low, “TEMP LOW” w ill be displayed, but the CD will
play. It will be sensitive to skipping if you are driving
over rough roads.
Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during
playback.
Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs. Do not write on the
CDs or apply any label to the CDs.Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially
available cleaning cloth. No solvents, anti-static sprays,
etc. should be used.
Replace the CD in its container after use. Protect CDs
from heat and direct sunlight.
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The CD changer
1 is a Class 1 laser product. There is
a danger of invisible laser radiation if the cover is
opened or damaged.
Do not remove the cover. The CD changer
1 does not
contain any parts which can be serviced by the
user. For safety reasons, have any service work
which may be necessary performed only by
qualified personnel.
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1CD changer
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2CD magazine
3CD tray
4CD
If a CD changer1 is instal led, it ca n be ope ra ted from t he
front control panel of the radio. A loaded magazine must
be installed for CD playing.
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Loading/emptying the CD magazine
Slide the changer door to the right and press the eject
button . The magazine will be ejected. Remove the
magazine. Pull out the CD tray until its stop is reached
and place the CDs in the recess of the tray, label side up.
Push the tray into the magazine in the direction shown
by the arrow. Insert the loaded magazine into the
changer.
Important!
Close the door after the magazine has been inserted.
Playing CDs
Press t he “CD ” bu tton. Th e CD most recently played wil l
start at the point where it was last switched off. CDs
stored in the magazine can be selected by using the
station preset buttons 1-6.
The magazine slot number of
the selected CD will then be
displayed after “CD”. The
number of the track being
played will be displayed after
“TRACK”.
3
2
2
1
4
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Accepting incoming call in telephone mode
With an incoming call, the ringing tone will be heard
and the message “CALL” appears in the display. Press
the SND key to answer the call.
Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode
If the telephone is activated in the background
(telephone symbol in the display), then a switch is made
automatically to telephone when an incoming call is
received. The audio source is muted, the ringing tone is
heard and the message “CALL” appears. After the call
has been terminated, the previously selected audio
source is resumed.
Terminating call
A current call can be terminated by pressing the END
key.Component malfunctions
The radio, CD changer
1, and Mercedes-Benz integrated
cellular telephone
1 are part of a fiberoptic networked
system. Failure of one of the components can lead to
malfunctions of the other components. Please contact
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
1-800-FOR-MERCedes for more information in the event
of a malfunction.
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Index
AABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 217
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................236
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............................................280
Adjusting telescoping steering column ........................ 78
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........................................307
Air distribution .............................................................. 126
Air volume ...................................................................... 126
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 65
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ...........................................232
Airbags .............................................................................. 67
Alarm system ............................................................. 42, 44
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ....................210, 255, 305, 309
Antiglare night position ................................................. 79
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 217
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 42
Aquaplaning ...................................................................207Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 157
Rear seats ................................................................... 158
Aud io system
Anti-theft system ....................................................... 131
Button and soft key operation ................................. 132
Cassette mode ............................................................ 137
CD changer ................................................................. 141
CD mode ..................................................................... 140
Operating and display elements ............................. 130
Operating safety ........................................................129
Operation .................................................................... 133
Operation — audio and telephone ...........................129
Radio mode ................................................................ 135
Telephone operation .................................................144
Audio systems ...................................................................95
Cassette player ............................................................97
CD player ......................................................................96
Radio .............................................................................95
Automatic central locking ..............................................37
Automatic climate control ............................................122
Air distribution ..........................................................126
Air recirculation ........................................................127
Air volume .................................................................. 126