2005 MERCEDES-BENZ SL-Class warning light

8 Introduction
Symbols

Symbols
You will find the following symbols in these
operating instructions:
* The asterisk identifies optional
equipment. Since not all models
have the same standard equip-
ment, your COMAND system equip-
ment may deviate from some
descriptions and illustrations.This symbol points to instructions for
you to follow.
A number of these symbols appearing
in succession indicates a multiple-step
procedure.
The continuation symbol marks an interrupted proce-
dure which will be continued
on the next page.
(
page 9) This symbol tells you where to look for further infor-
mation on this subject.
-> This symbol is used in the glossary. It indicates that
the term immediately follo-
wing the symbol is also exp-
lained in the glossary.
Display Messages, menu items or
soft key names appearing in
the COMAND color display
are printed in the type
shown here.
WarningG
Warning notices draw yo ur attention to ha-
zards that may endanger your health or life,
or the health or life of others.
!
Highlights hazards that may result in
damage to your COMAND.
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Helpful hints or further information you
may find useful.

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46 Audio
CD operation
Playback locations for audio CDs are:
the CD drive in the COMAND
the CD changer*.
Differences regarding the CD mode depen-
ding on the audio source are highlighted.
In the Audio menu (page 34), press
the
CD soft key (for CD drive) or
the
CD soft key (for CD changer*).
CD changer* main menu
1 CD changer* CD or CD drive
CD
2Current track/number of tracks on the
current CD
3 Elapsed playback time of the current
track
CD drive
CD changer*Switching to CD operation
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The CD-Mag soft key is only assigned
when the CD changer* is active.
The
Sound soft key appears if the
COMAND is provided with sound
functions* (
page 31).
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The CD drive in the COMAND can
playback audio CDs, MP3-CDs
(
page 55). The slot of the drive is
above the display.
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The CD changer* can accomodate up
to 6 audio CDs. It is located on the left-
hand side behind the driver’s seat.
Loading CDs
WarningG
In order to avoid distraction which could
lead to an accident, the driver should insert
CDs with the vehicle at a standstill and
operate the audio system only if permitted
by road, weather and traffic conditions.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your car covers a
distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m)
every second.
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The COMAND may be unable to
playback audio CDs provided with copy
protection.
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56 Audio
MP3-CD operation
Treat MP3-CDs with care to prevent
malfunctions during playback.
Do not scratch, touch or soil your MP3-
CDs.
Do not attach labels to or write on your
MP3-CDs.
From time to time, clean your MP3-CDs
with a commercially available cleaning
cloth. Never wipe circularly, but in a
straight line from inside to outside.
After use, put your MP3-CDs into the
CD box.
Protect your MP3-CDs from high
temperatures and direct sunlight.
Activate the MP3-CD main menu
(
page 57).
or
Load an MP3-CD into the COMAND
(
page 56).
CD drive
Loading an MP3-CD
Insert a MP3-CD into the slot
(
page 14). The MP3-CD should be
inserted with the label side up.
The COMAND pulls the MP3-CD into
the drive. The display changes.
Tips on caring for your MP3-CDsSwitching to MP 3-CD operation
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The MP3-CDs are played in the same
drive as normal audio CDs.
The MP3-CD drive is above the display.
WarningG
In order to avoid distraction which could
lead to an accident, the driver should insert
CDs with the vehicle at a standstill and
operate the audio system only if permitted
by road, weather and traffic conditions.
WarningG
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your car covers a
distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m)
every second.
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A CD already loaded must be ejected
before inserting a new MP3-CD.
Inserting a second MP3-CD with
another CD still loaded will cause
damage to the CD drive which is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
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114 Navigation
Important notes

Important notes
WarningG
For safety reasons, you should only enter a
destination when the vehicle is stationary.
When the vehicle is in motion, a passenger
should enter the destination. Study manual
and select route before driving.
Do not watch display screen or operate but-
tons while the vehicle is in motion - let voice
instructions guide you. Stop at a safe locati-
on before using buttons or making correc-
tions.
Traffic regulations always have priority over
any route recomm endations given.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your car is co-
vering a distance of 44 feet (approximately
14 m) every second.
The route calculated by COMAND is a re-
commendation on how to best reach your
selected destination.
During route guidance, you will not receive
any information on
Traffic lights
Stop and yield signs
Parking or stopping zones
One-way streets
Narrow bridges
Similar traffic regulation data
You should therefore always strictly observe
traffic regulations while driving. Drive care-
fully and always obey tr affic laws and road
signs even if they contradict COMAND in-
structions.
WarningG
The Navigation DVD module contains a
Class 1 laser product. There is a danger of
invisible laser radiation if the cover is ope-
ned or damaged.
Do not remove the cover. The Navigation
DVD module does not contain any parts ser-
viceable by the user. For safety reasons,
have any necessary service work performed
only by qualif ied personnel.
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