Navigation
14Navigation OverviewHow does the navigation system work, and how is it operated?
An optimal route is defined using sensors, satellites and
traffic reports and the driver is then guided to his or her
destination.The current vehicle position is determined using a system of satellites
(GPS - Global Positioning System). Sensors in the vehicle measure
distances that have been driven. Measured values are compared using
the detailed map material on the navigation CD and corrected with the
assistance of TMC traffic announcements as necessary. An optimal route
to the destination is determined in this way.
Navigation announcements and direction arrows shown on the screen
and in the combi-instrument guide you safely and conveniently to your
destination. You can drive to a given address in towns you are unfamiliar
with, or drive to the nearest garage or be guided to a hotel.
In this chapter, answers can be found to the following questions: x
What rules do I have to keep to when using the navigation system?
Ÿ page 14, “Safety”
x
How do I use the navigation CD? Ÿpage 15, “The navigation CD”
x
Can I listen to music when using the navigation system? Ÿpage 15,
“General notes”
x
What happens if I leave the recommended route? Ÿpage 15,
“General notes”
x
Can a navigation announcement be repeated? Ÿpage 39,
“Announcement of navigation recommendations”
x
How does the radio navigation system respond when driving in an
underground car park or a tunnel? Ÿpage 15, “General notes”
x
How do I enter destinations? Ÿpage 17, “Destination entry”
x
How can I enter garages, restaurants or hotels as destinations?
Ÿ page 21, “Special destinations close to the address”
x
Can I store destinations in a memory? Ÿpage 23, “Destination
memory”
x
What parameters can I set for route calculation? Ÿpage 27, “Param-
eters for route calculation”
x
What can I see on the screen? Ÿ page 32, “Map and symbol displays”
x
Can I stop the route guidance function before I reach my destination?
Ÿ page 38, “Route guidance”
SafetyThe navigation system determines the position of the vehicle, the direction
and distance and the route to a selected destination without taking traffic
regulations into account. Navigation recommendations are given as
announcements by the system. Direction arrows are also shown on the
screen. The destination is entered when the vehicle is stationary. The
route guidance function is designed for cars and is thus unsuitable for
larger commercial vehicles.
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