Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2014 COMAND Manual - Manual (Page 222)

: Four-pin socket for ⅛ inch stereo jack,
e.g. for MP3 players (audio and video)
; iPod ® plug for connecting an iPod ®
= USB socket for connecting an MP3 player
? Example of device: iPod ®
X Connect the external device with suitable
socket :, ; or =.
COMAND activates the device, and a
message appears (if connected via iPod ®
connector or USB socket).
If you remove a device, the No Device
Connected message appears.
i A connected iPod ® or MP3 player should
not be simultaneously operated via the
Media Interface and the remote control
(e.g. Bluetooth ® remote control) or directly
via the device itself. This may cause
unforeseen technical difficulties.
Applications (Apps) that are activated on
the connected device may lead to
malfunctions.
i Connecting a fully discharged iPod ® or
MP3 player can result in an extended
initialization period.
Malfunction messages appear while the
device is being activated if:
R the connected device is not supported
( External Device Unavailable
message).
R the connected device consumes too much
power.
R the Media Interface connection is faulty.
R a mass storage device (e.g. a USB memory
stick or USB hard drive) is connected to the
Media Interface.
In this case the
Please connect the
device to the other USB port
message appears.
i The separate USB connection ensures
quick access and expanded media content
options.
i Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center if you have further questions.
Switching to Media Interface mode
General notes
In extreme cases, starting up individual
functions can take up to several minutes –
this depends on the external device and its
content (e.g. video podcasts).
Only use the original software to save files on
iPods ® or MP3 players. Otherwise, some or
all functions may not be available.
Switching on automatically
X
Connect an external device (
Y
page 219).
COMAND activates the device (if
connected via the iPod ® connector or USB
socket). The basic display then appears.
Switching modes using the function
button
The external device is connected to the Media
Interface.
X Press the h function button one or more
times.
By pressing the function button repeatedly,
you can change the operating mode in the
following order:
R CD/audio DVD/MP3 (disc)
R Memory card mode
R MUSIC REGISTER
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Operation with the Media Interface
Audio