2019 MERCEDES-BENZ S CLASS Owners Manual

Activating/deactivating PIN protection
Multimedia system:
,System.PIN Protection
Settingthe PIN
#SelectSet PIN.
#Enter afour-digit PIN.
#Enterthefour-digit PIN again.If bothPINs match, PIN protection is active.
Changingthe PIN
Requirements
RA current PIN mustbe set.
#SelectChange Settings.
#Enterthe current PIN.
#SelectChange PIN.
#Set a new PIN.
Activating PIN protectionfor dataexport
#SelectChange Settings.Confirm with the PIN.
#SelectProtect Data Export.Activatesor deactivateSthe function.
Unblockingthe PIN
Requirements:
RThere is an Internet connection.
RA Mercedes me accountexists at http://www.mercedes.me.
RThePersonalizationservice is active(→page 296).
Ifthe PIN has been entered incorrectlythreetimes,the PIN will be blocked.You can have asingle-use password sentto you viatheMercedes me connect online portaltoresetthePIN protection.
#SelectUnblock PIN.
#Enterthe single-use password.PIN protection isreset, andyou can set anew PIN.
%Alternatively,you can havePIN protectionreset at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ter.
User profile
Setting a user profileMultimedia system:
,System.gPersonalization
Displaying a user profile whenstartingIfthis function is active, a promptappears whenstartingthe system asking which user profiletouse.
#SelectDisplay Profile Selection after Start.
#Activatesor deactivateSthe function.
Selecting a user profile
#SelectGuest Profileor individual profile;.
%Some settings fromthe user profile are onlyloaded whenthevehicle isstationary orwhenthe ignition is switched on.
Automatic synchronizationEach timethe ignition is switched off or on,theindividual user profiles are synchronized onthemultimedia system and onthe server.Thisensuresthatthe latest user profiles are alwaysavailable.
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#SelectAutomatic Synchronization.
#Activatesor deactivateSthe function.
%For more information about importing/exporting user profiles (→page 296).
Creating a user profileMultimedia system:
,System.gPersonalization.Cre-
ate Profile
#Enter a name.
#Selectv.
Thefollowing information is saved inthe userprofile,forexample:
RSystem settings
RSettings intheTVtuner'schannel list
RNavigation and traffic information
The settings differ depending onthevehicleequipment.
Importing/exporting user profiles
Requirements:RThere is an Internet connection .
RA Mercedes me accountexists at http://www.mercedes.me.
RThePersonalizationservice is active.
Multimedia system:
,System.gPersonalization.Man-
ual Export/Import
This function is notavailable in all countries.
Only individual profiles can be imported orexported.
The individual profiles are always collectivelyimported orexported.
#Import:selectImport Profiles from Server.TheThe profile data import overwrites allexisting profile data. Do you want to con-tinue?message appears.
#SelectYes.User profiles are imported.#Export:selectExport Profiles to the Server.User profiles areexported.
%Certain settings, such as address bookentries or previous destinations fromthenavigation system, are notexported.
Setting user profile optionsMultimedia system:
,System.gPersonalization
#Highlight a profile.
#Select

Software update
Source oftheupdateUpdate type
Updates via mobilephoneNavigation map, sys‐tem updates, DigitalOperator's Manual
Updates via anexter‐nalstorage medium,e.g. a USBflash drive
Navigation maps
%Updates via mobile phonerequire an activeInternet connectionforthevehicle. This isnotavailable in all countries.For furtherinformation on connectingtothe Internet,see (→page 348).
Advantages of updating softwareThankstothe software update,yourvehiclesta‐tus is up-to-date.
In ordertoconstantly improvethequality of ourservicesyou willreceivefuture updatesforyourmultimedia system,the Mercedes me connectservices andyourvehicle's communication mod‐ule. These will conveniently be sentto you via
the mobile phone connection inyourvehicleand, as an option, installed automatically.Yo ucan monitorthestatus ofyour updates ontheMercedes me portal andfind information aboutpotential innovations.
Your advantages at aglance:
Rconvenientlyreceivesoftware updates viathe mobile phone network
Rimprovesthequality andavailability ofMercedes me connect services
Rkeepsyour multimedia system and communi‐cation module up-to-date
Further information about software updates canbefound at http://me.mercedes-benz.com
Performing a software update
Requirements:RThere is an Internet connection(→page 348).
RFor automatic updates:yourvehicle has apermanently installed communication mod‐ule.
Multimedia system:
,System.Software Update
Automatic update
#SwitchAutomatic Online Updateons.Updates are performed.
The currentstatus ofthe updates is dis‐played.
Manual update
#DeactivateSAutomatic Online Update.
#Select an update fromthe list andstarttheupdate.
Activating the softwareupdate
#Restartthe system.
Function of important system updatesImportant system updates may be necessaryforthe security ofyour multimedia system's data.Please installthese updates, or elsethe securityofyour multimedia system cannotbe ensured.
%If automatic software updates are activated,the system updates will be downloaded auto‐matically (→page 297).
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As soon as an updateisavailablefor download,a corresponding message appearsonthe mediadisplay.
You havethefollowing selection options:
RDownload
The update will be downloaded inthe back‐ground.
RDetails
Information aboutthe pending systemupdate is displayed.
RLater
The update can be downloaded manually at alater time (→page 297).
Ifthe download is completed andthe update isreadyfor installation,you will be informed ofthisafterthe next ignition cycle,forexample.
%Parkthevehicle safely in a suitable locationbeforestartingthe installation.
Requirementsforthe installation:
RThe ignition is switched on.
RThe engine is notrunning.
RNotes andwarnings havebeenread andaccepted.
RThe parking brake is applied.
If allrequirements are met,the update will beinstalled. The multimedia system cannotbeoperated whilethe update is being installed andvehicle functions arerestricted.
If errorsshould occur duringthe installation,themultimedia system automatically attemptstorestorethe previousversion. Ifrestoration ofthepreviousversion is not possible, a symbolappears onthe center console display.Pleaseconsult aqualified specialistworkshoptoresolvethe problem.
Reset function
Multimedia system:
,System.Reset
Personal data is deleted,forexample:
RStation presets
RConnected mobile phones
#SelectYes.
If PIN protection is activated, a promptappearsasking ifyou also wishtorestorethistothefac‐torysettings during areset.
#SelectYes.
#Enterthe current PIN.The PIN isreset.
or
#SelectNo.The current PINstaysthe same afterreset‐ting.
%Ifyou haveforgottenyour PIN, an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center can deactivatethePIN protectionforyou.
A promptappears again asking whetheryoureally wishtoreset.
#SelectYes.The multimedia system isresettothefactorysettings.
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Fit & Healthy
ENERGIZING comfort
ENERGIZING comfort programoverviewProgramoverview
ProgramFunction
RefreshCan maketargetedchangestothe interior climatetorefreshvehicle occupants. Cooling airflowand ioniza‐tion purifythe air. Thevehicle interior is illuminated with cool colors andthe seats areventilated.
WarmthCan increasethe comfort level ofthe occupants. Thevehicle's panel, seat andsteering wheel heater pro‐duce a cozywarmth. The air is purified using ionization and a pleasant fragrance isreleased. Thevehicleinterior is illuminated withwarmlighting.
VitalityCan counteractfatigue in monotonous driving situations.Fast-paced music and a vitalizing massagepro‐vide invigoratingstimulationforthevehicle occupants. The air is purified using ionization and a pleasantfragrance isreleased. Thevehicle interior is illuminated in astimulating hue andthe seat isventilated.
PleasureCan promotea positive mood inthe occupants. Moderatelyfastmusic is played and a massage program isactivated. The air is purified using ionization and a pleasant fragrance isreleased. Thevehicle interior isilluminated with amicable lighting.
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ProgramFunction
Well beingCan aidthe physical and mentalrelaxation of occupants. A back massage combined with localwarmthpro‐viderelaxation. The air is purified using ionization and a pleasant fragrance isreleased. The music playerplaysselections of calming music andthevehicle interior is illuminated with pleasant lighting.
TrainingCan counteractthe onset of muscletension, limbsfalling asleep orstress withtargetedrelaxation orstim‐ulationexercises. Theexercises are demonstrated in short videos. The air is purified using ionization and apleasant fragrance isreleased. Thevehicle interior is illuminated with lighting appropriatetotheexercise.
%Please notethattheavailable programs andthe associated functions are dependent onyourvehicle equipment. Depending onyourequipment,fewer functions may beavaila‐ble.
Startingthe ENERGIZING comfort program
Requirements:RThe ignition is switched on.
%ENERGIZING comfort isavailable approx‐imatelyfiveminutes afterstartingthe multi‐media system.
Multimedia system:
,Vehicle.ENERGIZING Comfort
Selecting a seat
#SelectSeat Selection.
#Selectthe desired seat orAll Seatss.
Starting a program
#SelectRefresh,Warmth,Vitality,EnjoymentorWell-being.
The selected program willrunforten minutes.
Configuring a program
#Call up further optionsÜforthe desiredprogram.
#Switchthe functions included inthe programonsor offS.
Starting training
#SelectTraining.
#SelectMuscle Relaxation,Muscle Stimula-tionorBalance.The selected training videostarts and is dis‐played inthe media display.
#SelectFull Screen: Video.The training video is displayed in full screen.
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%For more information on pausing or skippingthrough videos, see (→page 358).
If, during an active program, a functionrequire‐ment is no longer met, a corresponding messageappears. The activeprogram is canceled.
Navigation
Switching navigation on
Multimedia system:
,Navigation
#Alternatively: pressthe

Multimedia system:
,Navigation
#Toshow:swipe left onthetouchpad ortheTouch Control.
or
#Slidethe controllertothe left.#Tohide:swiperight onthetouchpad ortheTouch Control.
or
#Slidethe controllertotheright.
%Toshow or hide lower menu levels, swipe orslidetothe left orright as many times asnecessary.
Destination entry
Entering a POI or address
&WARNINGRisk of distraction from infor‐mation systems and communicationsequipment
Ifyou operate information and communica‐tion equipment integrated inthevehiclewhen driving,you will be distracted fromthetraffic situation. This could also causeyoutolose control ofthevehicle.
#Only operatethis equipment whenthetraffic situation permits.
#Ifyou cannot be sure ofthis,stopthevehicle whilst paying attentiontoroad
and traffic conditions and operatetheequipment withthevehiclestationary.
You must observethe legalrequirementsforthecountry in whichyou are currently driving whenoperatingthe multimedia system.
Requirements:RFor the online search:Mercedes me con‐nect isavailable.
RYou havea user accountforthe Mercedesme portal.
RThe service isavailable.
RThe service has been activated at an author‐ized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Further information can befound at: http://www.mercedes.me
Multimedia system:
,Navigation
#Showthe navigation menu.
#SelectªEnter Destination.
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