Mercedes-Benz S-CLASS SEDAN 2023 Using Map Functions User Manual
The map function in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023 is an advanced feature that offers several benefits to drivers. It is specifically designed to provide drivers with an easy-to-use navigation system that helps them reach their destination with ease. The map function offers real-time traffic updates, alternative routes, and other helpful information, ensuring a smooth and stress-free driving experience. The driver can access the map function through various means, including voice commands, touch screen controls, or the touchpad controller, depending on their preference. The S-Class Sedan’s map function is just one of the many advanced features that contribute to its luxurious and sophisticated driving experience.
Using Map Functions
Multimedia system:
Increasing map scale
- When the map is shown, tap twice quickly with one finger on the central display.
- Move two fingers apart on the central display.
Decreasing map scale
- Tap with two fingers on the central display.
- Move two fingers together on the central display.
Moving the map
- When the map is displayed, swipe in any direction with one finger on the central display.
- To reset the map to the current vehicle position: select Center.
Selecting map orientation
- Tap repeatedly on the
- compass symbol on the map.
- The map orientations changes in this order:
- The 2D map view is displayed so that the north is always at the top.
- The 2D map view is aligned to the direction of travel.
- The 3D map view is aligned to the direction of travel.
- The map shows the complete route.
Using services
Requirements
- There is an Internet connection.
- Mercedes me connect is available.
- You have set up a user account in the Mercedes me Portal.
- and you have accepted the conditions of use for the service.
- Further information can be found at: https://www.mercedes.me
- The service is available.
- The service has been activated at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center.
Multimedia system:
Showing traffic information
- In the navigation module (expanded view),
- select (/ page 371).
- Select View.
- Activate Traffic.
- Activate Traffic Incidents and Free Flowing Traffic.
- Traffic incidents, for example, roadworks, local area reports (e.g. fog), and warning messages are shown on the route.
The traffic delay is displayed for the current route. The smallest value for the display for traffic delays is a minute. Displaying hazard warnings If hazard warnings are available these can be shown as symbols on the map. The display depends on the settings for the Traffic Incidents option.
- In the navigation module (expanded view),
- Select Z (/ page 371).
- Activate or deactivate Traffic Incidents.
- If the option is activated, all of the symbols are shown.
- If the option is deactivated, the symbols are only shown when there is a hazard warning.
The following hazards may be shown on the map:
- Accidents and breakdowns
- Slippery roads, fog, crosswinds, and heavy rain
- Hazards reported manually
- A vehicle with active hazard warning light
- Roadworks
- Additional hazards (if available)
Displaying online map contents
- In the navigation module (expanded view),
- Select Z.
- Select View.
- Switch on an online service, e.g. Weather.
- Current weather information is displayed on the navigation map, e.g. temperature or cloud cover.
- The service information is not shown in all map scales, e.g. weather symbols.
Parking service
NOTE
Damage to the vehicle due to not observing the maximum permitted headroom clearance If the vehicle height is greater than the maximum permitted headroom clearance, the roof and other parts of the vehicle may be damaged.
- Observe the signposted headroom clearance.
- If the vehicle height is greater than the permitted headroom clearance, do not enter.
- Observe the changed vehicle height with add-on roof equipment.
NOTE
Vehicle damage due to failure to observe local information and parking conditions The data is based on the information provided by the respective service providers. Mercedes-Benz does not guarantee the accuracy of the information provided in relation to the car park or parking area.
- Always observe the local information and conditions.
- This service is not available in all countries.
- In the navigation module (expanded view),
- select Z and switch on Parking.
- Tap on j the map.
- In the route overview, select j Parking Spaces.
- Select the search position and search filter,
- Near Destination and Parking Garages. The map shows car parks suited to the selected settings.
- Select a parking option. The map shows the parking options in the vicinity.
The following information is displayed (if available): - Destination address, distance from current vehicle position and arrival time
- Information on the parking garage/parking lot For example, opening times, parking charges, current occupancy, maximum parking time, maximum access height.
The maximum access height shown by the parking service does not replace the need for observation of the actual circumstances. - Available payment options (Mercedes pay, coins, banknotes, cards)
- Details on parking tariffs
- Number of available parking spaces
- Payment method (e.g. at parking meters)
- Services/facilities at the parking option
- Telephone number
- Calculate the route (/ page 375).
Notes on the dashcam
NOTE
Risk of legal consequences due to violation of legal regulations and data protection provisions You are legally responsible for the operation and use of the dashcam functions.
The legal requirements relating to the operation and use of the dashcam can vary depending on the country in which the dashcam is operated. This function is not permitted in all countries.
- Before using the dashcam, read up on the content of the legal regulations, in particular the data protection requirements in the respective country of use.
- Observe the legal regulations, in particular the data protection requirements.
- Observe the following notes for safe operation:
- Only use FAT32 or exeats formatted USB storage media.
- Use USB-IF-certified USB storage media. The USB-IF is a non-profit society and stands for USB Implementers Forum. Based on the USB specification, the USB-IF certifies e.g. USB versions, corresponding cables and plugs as well as methods for supplying energy via the USB interface.
- Frequent and continuous high-speed overwriting can damage the USB storage media. Mercedes-Benz recommends a high quality external SSD drive.
The abbreviation SSD stands for a solid-state drive. - The file size and therefore the duration of a single recording is limited by the limitations of the USB flash drive format.
- So format-ted USB flash drives do not allow files larger than 4 GB, for example.
- When the file size is reached, the recording stops and you receive a notification.
- The following functions are available in the Gallery app:
- Switching write protection on or off R Deleting video files
Selecting a USB device for a video recording with the dashcam
Requirements
- At least one USB device is connected with the
Multimedia system
Home> Apps > Dashcam
- Select the USB symbol.
- Select the USB device.
- When USB devices contain multiple partitions,
- recorded video files are not always displayed in the recording list.
- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use USB devices with one partition.
Starting or stopping video recording with the dashcam
Requirements
- For recording and saving a video file: a USB device is connected to the multimedia system.
- The vehicle is switched on.
Multimedia system:
Home> Apps > Dashcam
- If several USB devices are connected with the Multimedia system: multimedia system, select a USB device (/ page 380).
- If no USB device is selected, a selection is made automatically when recording starts.
- To select a recording mode: select Loop
- Recording or Individual Recording.
Loop Recording records several short video files. When the memory is full, recording is continued automatically. In doing so, other files will be overwritten starting with the oldest file. Individual Recording stops recording when the memory limit is reached. An individual recording is automatically protected against being overwritten. - To start: select Start Recording.
- The length of the recording is shown. The Do not remove the storage medium during recording. Before removing the storage medium, eject it first. message appears. The video file is stored on the USB device.
- To end: select End Recording.
- In some countries, geo-coordinates (longitude and latitude) are shown in the video image. For technical reasons, the geo coordinates may show greater inaccuracies.
- A report may appear in the following cases:
- Individual Recording: the memory is full or there are only a few minutes of recording time available. The video recording stops or will be stopped imminently.
Change the USB device or delete a video file. - The camera is not functional, the Camera Unavailable message appears. Have the camera checked in an authorized Mercedes Benz Center?
- If the country border indication has been switched on.
- If an outdoor recording is started with the camera app during a dashcam recording, the dashcam recording pauses and resumes automatically after the camera recording is finished. A notification to this effect is displayed.
Telephony
Notes on telephony
WARNING
Risk of distraction from operating integrated communication equipment while the vehicle is in motion If you operate communication equipment integrated in the vehicle when driving, you could be distracted from the traffic situation. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
- Only operate this equipment when the traffic situation permits.
- If you cannot be sure of this, stop the vehicle whilst paying attention to road and traffic conditions and operate the equipment with the vehicle stationary.
WARNING
Risk of accident from operating mobile communication equipment while the vehicle is in motion Mobile communication devices distract the driver from the traffic situation. This can also cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
- As a driver, only operate mobile communication devices when the vehicle is stationary.
- As a vehicle occupant, use mobile communication devices only in the designated area, e.g. in the rear passenger compartment.
- You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating the multimedia system and mobile communication equipment in the vehicle.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to objects being stowed incorrectly If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces and mobile phone receptacles cannot always retain all objects within.
There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.
- Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in such situations.
- Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets.
- Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey.
- Always stow and secure heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in the trunk/cargo compartment.
- Observe the additional information on stowing mobile communications devices correctly:
- Loading the vehicle (/ page 142) Bluetooth connection:
- The menu view and the available functions in the telephone menu are in part dependent on the Bluetooth® profile of the connected mobile phone. If the mobile phone supports all the following Bluetooth® profiles, the full range of features is available:
- PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
- The contacts on the mobile phone are shown automatically on the multimedia system.
- MAP (Message Access Profile)
- The mobile phone message functions can be used on the multimedia system.
- HFP (hands-free profile)
- Wireless telephony is available on the multimedia system.
- SAP (SIM Access Profile)
- The car telephone has access to the SIM card data and dials into the mobile phone network via the exterior antenna.
Irrespective of this, Bluetooth® audio functionality can be used with any mobile radio unit. For information on the range of functions of the mobile radio unit to be connected, see the manufacturer’s operating instructions.
Network connection:
The following cases can lead to the call being disconnected while the vehicle is in motion:
- You switch to a transmission/reception station, in which no communication channel is free.
- The SIM card used is not compatible with the network available
- A mobile phone with a “Twin card” is logged into the network with the second SIM card at the same time.
- The multimedia system supports calls in HD Voice® for improved speech quality. A requirement for this is that the mobile phone and the mobile phone network provider of the person you are calling support HD Voice®.
- Depending on the quality of the connection, the voice quality may fluctuate.
- Further information can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https://www.mercedes-benz.com/connect.
Q&A
- What is the map function in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The map function is an advanced feature in the S-Class Sedan that provides drivers with real-time traffic updates, alternative routes, and other helpful information to help them navigate and reach their destination with ease. - How can I access the map function in the S-Class Sedan?
The map function can be accessed through various means, such as voice commands, touch screen controls, or the touchpad controller, depending on your preference. - Is the map function easy to use?
Yes, the map function is designed to be user-friendly and easy to use, providing drivers with an intuitive navigation system that helps them get to their destination with ease. - Does the map function provide real-time traffic updates?
Yes, the map function in the S-Class Sedan provides drivers with real-time traffic updates, allowing them to adjust their route accordingly to avoid traffic congestion and delays. - Can the map function suggest alternative routes?
Yes, the map function can suggest alternative routes based on real-time traffic data or driver preferences, allowing them to choose the best route to their destination. - Can I customize the map function to my preferences?
Yes, the map function in the S-Class Sedan can be customized to suit your preferences, allowing you to choose your preferred navigation settings and display options. - Does the map function work offline?
Yes, the map function can work offline, provided that you have downloaded the necessary maps and data beforehand. - Can the map function be used in other countries?
Yes, the map function can be used in other countries, as long as you have downloaded the necessary maps and data for that region. - Is the map function available in multiple languages?
Yes, the map function is available in multiple languages, making it easy for drivers to use the system in their preferred language. - Can the map function be used to find nearby amenities and points of interest?
Yes, the map function in the S-Class Sedan can be used to find nearby amenities and points of interest, such as gas stations, restaurants, and hotels. - Can the map function provide driving directions?
Yes, the map function can provide driving directions, guiding drivers with turn-by-turn instructions and visual cues. - Can the map function be used with the car’s voice assistant?
Yes, the map function can be used with the car’s voice assistant, allowing drivers to control the system hands-free and focus on the road ahead. - Does the map function provide information on toll roads and toll fees?
Yes, the map function can provide information on toll roads and toll fees, allowing drivers to plan their route and budget accordingly. - Is the map function accurate and up-to-date?
Yes, the map function in the S-Class Sedan is accurate and up-to-date, providing drivers with real-time information on traffic, routes, and points of interest. - Can the map function be updated regularly?
Yes, the map function can be updated regularly, ensuring that drivers have access to the latest maps, traffic data, and other information to help them navigate with ease.
Useful Links
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