2010 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class SEDAN Side

Loading an Individual Magazine
CompartmentXPress the Load V button.
A menu indicates which magazine
compartments are currently loaded. The
highlighted or currently playing
compartment is indicated by a red number.
Magazine Menu
XTo select magazine compartment:
Rotate ym z
or slide om p.XTo start loading: Press n.
The DVD changer will switch to the selected
magazine compartment. The message
Please Wait... will be displayed.
Then message Please Insert Disc
will be displayed.
i
Only insert a CD after COMAND has
prompted you to do so with this message.
Only insert one CD per magazine
compartment.
XInsert a disc into the slot with the printed
side upwards.
The DVD changer pulls in the disc and
places it in the selected magazine
compartment. The message Loading
Disc will be displayed.
i
The loading process may take a while,
depending on the type of disc. If you do not
insert a disc, the display will switch back to
the magazine menu after approximately
20 seconds.
The DVD changer plays the disc if
R it has been inserted correctly
R it is a permissible disc
Magazine menu, one disc loaded
1Magazine compartment occupied,
ejecting possible2Empty magazine compartmentXTo exit menu: Press the Load V button
again.
or
XSelect Back
or
XPress the k button
Filling Empty Magazine Compartments
XPress the Load V button.
The magazine menu appears. The currently
playing compartment is indicated by a redCD Audio/DVD Audio/MP3135AudioZ

number or, if the magazine is empty,
compartment 1 is marked.XSelect Fill Empty Slots .
The message Please insert disc
will be displayed.
i Only insert a CD after COMAND has
prompted you to do so with this message.
Only insert one CD per magazine
compartment.
XInsert a disc into the slot with the printed
side facing upwards.
You see the Please wait... message.
Once the disc is loaded, the DVD changer
switches to the next empty compartment.
You see these messages: Please wait
and then Please insert disc .XRepeat the step until all compartments are
loaded.
The DVD changer plays the last disc you
loaded if it has been inserted correctly and
if it is a permissible type.
If loading is not completed, COMAND plays
the first disc inserted.XTo end loading procedure: Press the Load
V button again.
or
XSelect Back.
or
XPress the k button next to the
COMAND controller.
Loading PCMCIA Memory Card
GWarning
Only load a memory card when the vehicle is
stationary. There is a risk of accident by being
distracted from road and traffic conditions if
you load a memory card while the vehicle is
in motion.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(appr. 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a
distance of 44 feet (appr. 14 m) every second.
COMAND supports 16-bit full-size type I and II
PCMCIA memory cards.
i COMAND supports commercially
available PCMCIA cards or PCMCIA card
adapters with storage media that may not
be designed for the temperatures which
occur in the vehicle. You should therefore
remove the PCMCIA card from the vehicle
when not in use since extreme
temperatures could damage these devices.1PCMCIA memory card slotXPush the PCMCIA memory card into the
slot.
The end with the contact must point
towards the slot.
COMAND loads the memory card and
displays the message Reading Memory
Card . If no MP3 tracks can be found, a
message will be displayed.
Ejecting CDs and DVDs
GWarning
Only load a CD or DVD when the vehicle is
stationary. There is a risk of accident by being
distracted from road and traffic conditions if
you load a CD/DVD while the vehicle is in
motion.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(appr. 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a
distance of 44 feet (appr. 14 m) every second.
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Supported Data Formats (USB devices)
The following data types are supported:
R MP3: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s)
R WMA: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s)
In order to display the metadata during
playback, ID3 tags (version 1.x, 2.3, 2.4) and
WMA tags in ASCII and UTF16 coding are
supported.
Notes on USB Devices
R In order to keep the initialisation time short,
do not store data other than music files on
the USB device.
R Up to eight directory levels with up to 1,000
tracks are supported.
R Do not use a USB extension cable or
adapter. These may impair functionality.
R Playlists are searched for in the
background on the USB device and, if
available, are offered beside folders in a
separate category.
R You can only use USB devices formatted
with the file system format FAT (File
Allocation Table).
i Files protected with DRM (Digital Rights
Management) are not supported by the
Media Interface.
Connecting External Devices
You will find the connection sockets in the
glove compartment.
Never connect more than one device at a
time. Please consult a Mercedes-Benz
Service Center for further information.
i Do not leave external devices in the
vehicle, as functionality cannot be
guaranteed above certain temperatures
(such as inside a vehicle in direct sunlight).
Mercedes-Benz does not take
responsibility for any damage to external
devices.
1Connection socket for 1/8 inch jack plug,
for MP3 players, for example.2iPod ®
plug for connecting an iPod ®3USB socket for connecting a USB device4Example device: iPod®XConnect the external device using
appropriate connection 1, 2 or 3.
Never connect more than one device at a
time. You will otherwise not be able to play
back from the external device.
COMAND activates the device.
If you remove a device, the No Device
Connected message appears.
i The connected iPod ®
or USB device
should not be operated with a remote
control (such as a Bluetooth remote
control) while it is being operated with
Media Interface, as this could cause
unforeseen technical difficulties.
i The initialisation period may be extended
if you connect an iPod ®
or USB device
which has a fully discharged battery.
i Error messages appear while the device
is being activated if:
R you have connected two devices at the
same time
R COMAND does not support the device
connected
R the device connected consumes too
much power
R the Media Interface connection is
defective
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Audio Aux
An external audio source (Aux) can be
connected to COMAND via the 1/8 inch jack
1 located inside the glovebox.
Switching to Audio Aux Mode
From Another Main Function
XSelect Audio£Audio £Aux in the audio
menu display.
i If the last mode was audio Aux mode, you
only need to select Audio.
Within the Audio Function
XSelect Audio£Aux .
The Audio Aux menu appears. The medium
in the external audio source is heard,
provided it is connected and switched to
playback.i Please see the corresponding operating
instructions for how to operate the external
audio source.
You can set the following in audio Aux mode:
R Volume ( Y page 35)
R Balance and fader ( Y page 35)
R Treble and bass ( Y page 35)
R Surround sound ( Y page 36)GWarning
Due to the different volumes of the external
audio sources, system messages (e.g.
navigation announcements) may be much
louder. You may need to disable these system
messages or adjust the volume of these
messages manually.
i The volume of external audio sources is
extremely variable. It is possible that a
device connected as an external audio
source will sound quieter or louder in the
vehicle or that the usual maximum volume
cannot be achieved. On certain devices the
volume can be set separately. In this case,
start at a moderate volume and increase it
slowly. In this way, you can determine
whether the system is capable of playback
without distortion, even at high volume.
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General Information
Safety Notes
GWarning
COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser
product. You must not open the casing. There
is a risk of exposure to invisible laser radiation
if you open the casing, or if the casing is faulty
or damaged.
COMAND does not contain any parts that you
are able to maintain yourself. For safety
reasons, all maintenance work must be
exclusively carried out by qualified
technicians.
GWarning
Only carry out the following when the vehicle
is stationary:
R Inserting a disc
R Ejecting a disc
There is a risk of accident by being distracted
from road and traffic conditions if you load a
CD/DVD while the vehicle is in motion.
Vehicle Equipment
i This Operator’s Manual describes all
features, standard or optional, potentially
available for your vehicle at the time of
purchase. Please be aware that your
vehicle might not be equipped with all
features described in this manual.
Automatic Picture Switch-off
The video picture is only displayed if the
gearshift lever is in “P” position.
When the gearshift lever is moved out of the
“P” position, the following message is
displayed: In order not to distract
you from the traffic situation, the
picture is faded out while the
vehicle is in motion.
When the gearshift lever is moved back into
the “P” position, the picture switches back
on.
Notes on Storage Media
i When playing copied discs, problems may
occur with the playback. A wide variety of
disc-writing software and writers are
available. Due to this variety we cannot
guarantee that the system will be able to
play discs that you have written/copied
yourself.
! Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs,
as they could peel off and damage
COMAND. Stickers can cause the disc to
bend, which can result in read errors and
disc recognition problems.
! COMAND is designed to hold discs which
comply with the EN 60908 standard. You
can therefore only use discs with a
maximum thickness of 1.3 mm.
If you insert thicker discs, e.g. those that
contain data on both sides (DVD on one
side and audio data on the other), they
cannot be ejected and can damage
COMAND.
Do not use discs with a diameter of 8 cm,
even with an adapter. Only use round discs
with a diameter of 12 cm.
Notes on the Care of Discs
R Only hold discs by the edge.
R Handle discs with care in order to prevent
malfunctions during playback.
R Avoid scratching, leaving fingerprints and
dust on the discs.
R Clean the discs occasionally with a
commercially available cleaning cloth.
Always wipe in a straight line from the
inside outwards, never in a circular motion.
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The way you can control the actions depends
on the DVD.
Video Aux
Aux Connectors
An external video source (Video Aux) can be
connected to COMAND via Media Interface
( Y page 147)1/8 inch audio/video jack
located inside the glovebox.
i In vehicles equipped with a rear view
camera, the Video Aux connection cannot
be used for external video sources.
Switching to Video Aux
From Another Main Function
XSelect Video£Video £Video Aux
i
If Video Aux mode was active last, you
only need to select Video.
Within the Video Function
XSelect Video£Video Aux
The Video Aux menu appears. The medium
in the external video source is played,
provided it is connected and switched to
playback.
i Please refer to the relevant operating
guide for operation of the external video
source.
Video Aux Settings
The following settings can be made in Video
Aux mode:
R Volume ( Y page 35)
R Balance and fader ( Y page 35)
R Treble and bass ( Y page 35)
R Surround sound ( Y page 36)
R Picture ( Y page 160)
GWarning
Due to the different volumes of the external
audio sources, system messages (e.g.
navigation announcements) may be much
louder. You may need to disable these system
messages or adjust the volume of these
messages manually.
i The volume of external audio sources is
extremely variable. It is possible that a
device connected as an external audio
source will sound quieter or louder in the
vehicle or that the usual maximum volume
cannot be achieved. On certain devices the
volume can be set separately. In this case,
start at a moderate volume and increase it
slowly. In this way, you can determine
whether the system is capable of playback
without distortion, even at a high volume.
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Adjusting the Brightness XSelect System settings £
Brightness .
A scale appears.XTo set the brightness: Press the n or
ý button.
The brightness bar moves up or down. The
image dims or brightens according to the
bar position on the scale.XTo confirm the setting: Press the 9
button on the remote control.
Switching the Display Screen On/ Off
Switching Off the Display
XSelect Display off from the system
menu.
Switching On the Display
XPress the 9 button on the remote control.
CD/DVD Audio and MP3 Operation
Safety Instructions
GWarning
The RSE CD/DVD player is a Class 1 laser
product. There is a danger of invisible laser
radiation when you open or damage the cover.
Do not remove the cover. The RSE CD/DVD
player does not contain any parts which can
be serviced by the user. For safety reasons,
have any necessary service work performed
by qualified personnel.
Notes on CDs/DVDs
Please refer to the chapter ”Audio” for
general information about CD/DVD discs and
on the MP3 format ( Y page 133) and
( Y page 132).
Inserting a Disc
The CD/DVD drive is located in
R central position underneath the rear seats
in vehicles with folding rear seat
R in the arm rest between the rear seats in
vehicles without folding rear seat1CD/DVD slot2Eject button
The drive takes one medium at a time. If there
is already a medium loaded, you must first
eject it.
XInsert a disc into the slot with the printed
side upwards.
If the medium has no printed side, the side
you want to play has to face downwards.
The drive pulls the disc in.
The CD/DVD drive plays the disc
R if it has been inserted properly and
R after you have switched to disc operation
( Y page 174).
The data of a MP3 disc must be first loaded
from the drive. This takes some time
depending on the number of folders and files.
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For further information on external video
sources please refer to the operating guide
of the device.
Connecting an Aux Source
Drive Aux
The Aux connectors of the drive are beside
the Eject button on the front panel of the DVD
drive ( Y page 168).
Display Aux
The display Aux jacks are located on the side
of the screen ( Y page 167).
Connecting an Audio or Video Source
XInsert the audio jacks for the left and the
right signal into the respective connectors
labeled L and R.XInsert the video jack (yellow) into the
connector with the V label.
Switching to AUX Mode
Disc Drive Aux
XSelect Aux.
The Aux menu appears.
Aux menu
XSelect Source £ Drive Aux .
The video source is played if it is connected
to the drive and in playback mode. If thereis no video picture available, an Audio menu
appears.
i For operating the external video source
please refer to the operator’s guide of the
device.
Display Aux
XSelect the display screen to which the
external source is connected.XSelect Aux.XSelect Source £ Display Aux .
The video source is played if it is connected
to the screen and in playback mode. If there
is no video picture available, an Audio menu
appears.
Selecting an Active COMAND Source
XSelect Aux.XSelect Source £ COMAND .
The Audio or Video mode to which
COMAND is set is played by the RSE
system.
Operation with Active Source from
COMAND
Audio or Video that is active in COMAND can
also be played back via the RSE system.
XSwitch to the desired Audio mode or
display the menu system in Video mode on
COMAND.XSelect the menu item on the left below, e.g.
CD if COMAND is in CD mode.XSelect Active Aud./Vid. Source for
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