Connecting external devices, Switching to media interface, Audio – Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 2009 COMAND Manual User Manual

Page 148: Media interface

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Notes on USB Devices

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In order to keep the initialisation time short,
do not store data other than music files on
the USB device.

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Up to eight directory levels with up to 1,000
tracks are supported.

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Do not use a USB extension cable or
adapter. These may impair functionality.

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Playlists are searched for in the
background on the USB device and, if
available, are offered beside folders in a
separate category.

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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.

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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.

1

Connection socket for 1/8 inch jack plug,
for MP3 players, for example.

2

iPod plug for connecting an iPod

3

USB socket for connecting a USB device

4

Example device: iPod

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Connect 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.

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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.

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The initialisation period may be extended

if you connect an iPod or USB device which
has a fully discharged battery.

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Error messages appear while the device

is being activated if:

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you have connected two devices at the
same time

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COMAND does not support the device
connected

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the device connected consumes too
much power

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the Media Interface connection is
defective

If necessary, consult a Mercedes-Benz
Service Center.

Switching to Media Interface

From Another Main Function

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Select Audio£Audio£Media
Interface in the audio menu display.

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If you previously selected operation with

Media Interface, you need only select

Audio.

or

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Media Interface

Audio

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