2023 MERCEDES-BENZ EQS SUV Owners Manual

Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus
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Overview and operation
Notes on the MBUX multimedia system
&WARNING Risk of distraction from infor-
mation systems and communications
equipment
If you operate information systems and com-
munication devices integrated in the vehicle
when driving, you could be distracted from the traPc situation. This could also cause you to
lose control of the vehicle.
Only operate this equipment when the
traPc situation permits.If you cannot be sure of this, stop the
vehicle whilst paying attention to road
and traPc conditions and operate the
equipment with the vehicle stationary.You must observe the legal requirements for the
country in which you are currently driving when
operating the multimedia system.
Depending on the equipment, the scope of func-
tion and product designation of your MBUX multi- media system may diMer from the description and
images in this Operator\bs Manual. For example,
route guidance with augmented reality is not avail- able in all equipment variants.*NOTE Increased surface temperature due
to direct sunlight on the central display/
front passenger display
The surface of the display is very dark.
If the display is exposed to direct sunlight, the
surface may heat up considerably.
If the display has been exposed to direct
sunlight, allow it to cool down before
touching it for a longer period of time.Overview of the MBUX multimedia systemVehicles with central display1Touch Control and control panel for the MBUX
multimedia systemMBUX stands for Mercedes-Benz User Experi- ence.!

In the status line of the central display is
shown as a è white symbol.
= The driver camera detects the driver\bs head
and line of sight.
It displays content from the MBUX multimedia
system independently of the central display.
Depending on the application, operation is inde- pendent of the driver. Depending on the market,extended content, e.g. playback of media content,
is also available while driving.
For the playback of certain content on the front passenger display, e.g. moving images, it is neces-
sary to connect Bluetooth n
headphones.
If the driver keeps their eyes on the front
passenger display for too long, content, e.g. mov-
ing images, will be hidden. An intelligent, camera-
based blocking concept is used for this purpose.\bWhen the vehicle is parked, the front
passenger can use the front passenger dis-
play under the following conditions:
= The passenger is sitting on the passenger
seat.= There is interaction with the MBUX multi-
media system.
If the driver has les the vehicle brieOy, e.g. to
go shopping, the front passenger display can also be operated.\bIf no front passenger is present, a digital dec-
orative image can be shown on the front
passenger display.
Anti-thes protection
This device is equipped with technical provisions to protect it against thes. Further information on
anti-thes protection can be obtained at an author-
ized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Zero layer

q Function of the zero layer
The zero layer provides you with dynamic content
from the MBUX multimedia system and is used to
quickly access and control the applications you use. When you select © on the central display,
the digital map with the applications appears in the lower display area. Compared to the home screen with a classic menu, the steps required to
call up the applications are reduced. You can
switch between the zero layer and the home screen with a classic menu.
The applications can be hidden from the display area and shown again.
The zero layer provides the following modules and
applications:
= EQ module and navigation module
The EQ module is always shown on the digital
map. In the expanded view, charging settings
and navigation functions are oMered.
= Entertainment (media, radio) and telephone
When the lower display area is shown, theentertainment sources are always displayed.
A mobile phone must be connected to the MBUX multimedia system for the phone to be
displayed.
= Active applications
The lower display area shows an active mas- sage program, for example.
= Suggestions306MBUX multimedia system

Suggestions are displayed on the lower displayarea based on context and your user behavior.
Here are a few examples:
- Latest calls
- Active massage programs
- Vehicle functions
- Online voice applications
= Online voice applications
In the lower display area, context-dependent
services that can be executed via voice are
available for direct access.
The applications are Nrst displayed in a reduced
view. By tapping on them, you can operate them or open the associated menu (expanded view).
A long press on a suggestion opens a context
menu in which further functions are available.
The learning function can be switched on and oM
for the options (  page 324).
qOverview zero layer
Digital map and user-speciNc applications (exam-
ple)1EQ module (reduced view)2Enters a destination3Searches for a charging station4Calls up the Control Center: pull the bar down5Calls up user proNle settings6Content sharing menu7Status line8SuggestionsRequirement: suggestions are activated
(  page 324).9Active application, e.g. massage programA©Press brieOy: displays all applications and the
global search (  page 309)Press and hold: calls up the home screen with
classic menuBEntertainment sources (media, radio) and
telephoneRequirement for phone: the mobile phone is
connected to the MBUX multimedia system.
The zero layer shows the digital map and the user-
speciNc applications.
The following user-speciNc applications are dis-
played in the lower display area:
= Suggestions 8
= Active applications 9
= Entertainment sources and telephone B
= Online voice applications
The lower display area can be hidden and shown
(  page 309).
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Information about entertainment sources
You can operate the applications in the reduced
view or in the menu (expanded view)
(  page 309).
Examples: = Control a media source, e.g. pause/play, next
track, set a station
= Select tracks from the current playlist or sta-
tions from the station list
= Select a media source
The media source must be connected to the MBUX multimedia system.
Information about the telephone
To use the functions, your mobile phone must be connected with the MBUX multimedia system.
Requirement for suggestions: the Calls & Mes-
sages option is activated in the suggestions.
Examples: = Answer a call and call a missed call
The missed calls are displayed for the mobile
phone currently connected to the MBUX multi- media system.= Display contacts and call list and call a con-
tact
= Use voice functions
= Suggest contacts
The contacts are suggested for the mobile phone connected to the MBUX multimedia system. No contacts are suggested for a
mobile phone that is linked to another user
proNle.
= Write messages to contacts (suggestion)
= Connect a device via the device manager (sug-
gestion)
Information about active applications The following functions are available: = Operating the massage program
= Operating an ENERGIZING COMFORT program
= Raising or lowering the vehicle level
Suggestions for comfort and vehicle functions as
well as navigation
Requirement: the Comfort, Vehicle and Naviga-
tion options are activated in the suggestions.=
Operating the massage program
For example, the multimedia system suggests
a program at a certain time.
= Operating an ENERGIZING COMFORT program
= Opening the tailgate
Requirement: the vehicle is equipped with
trunk lid convenience closing.
= Opening and closing the convenience doors
Requirement: the vehicle is equipped withcomfort doors.
= Setting the vehicle level
= Making heating settings
= Activating/deactivating Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC
= Selecting previous destinations and destina-
tions from favorites
Suggestions for online voice applications
Requirement: the Online Voice Services option is
activated in the suggestions.
The suggested voice applications are made availa-
ble online and are based on your previous voice
inputs.308MBUX multimedia system

Examples:= What will the weather be like tomorrow?
= Play the messages.
= Start geoquiz.
= Open the garage door.

q Calling up and operating the zero layer
Calling up the zero layer
When the vehicle has been switched on, the zero
layer is displayed with the digital map. Navigation
is active.From another application: press the © but-
ton on the right side of the steering wheel.
or
Tap on ©.
Operating applications in the reduced view (exam-
ples)
Media: to play the previous or next track, tap

4Sets the next charging break (to use a less
expensive tariM)5Sets the departure time6Opens the socket Oap7Activates or deactivates ECO chargingTap on the EQ module (  page 307).
The charging settings are displayed.
Additional EQ and navigation functions are
available in the lower menu bar:
= Symbol ª
Enters a destination
= Route
The route shows charging stops and the destination.
= Range
Switches range maximization on or oM
(  page 198).
= Consumption
The current and average fuel consumption
will be displayed.
= Symbol =Makes settings for View, Messages &
Acoustic Signals and Route .To close the menu: select G.
Navigation module (expanded view)
Example: navigation module with active route
guidance1Arrival time at charging stop, type of charging
station2Charging stop shows the charging time rec-
ommended by the Navigation with Electric
Intelligence as well as states of charge on arrival and onward journey for an optimal
travel time3Distance from current vehicle position and remaining driving time4Searches for an additional charging stationTap on the EQ module (  page 307).Select Route in the lower menu bar.310MBUX multimedia system