Mercedes-Benz SLK Operator's Manual page 142

Audio system
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Notes
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The media interface allows for connection
of the following media with the audio
system:
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iPod
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USB storage media
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Audio devices with analog output (AUX),
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e.g. MP3 or tape players.
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Do not leave external devices in the
vehicle under extremely high or low
temperatures. Read and observe the
operating instructions of the respective
device. Damage to external devices due to
excessive temperature is not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Do not operate iPods
with a remote control such as Bluetooth
addition to the media interface control.
Otherwise malfunctions may occur.
Always use the latest firmware for the iPod
or USB storage media.
Only use genuine software for uploading to
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your iPod or MP3 player as otherwise certain
functions may not be available or the system
may not recognize the device.
Connecting a completely discharged iPod
USB storage medium can increase the
initialization time.
Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz
connectors.
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the vehicle or can be purchased at any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Depending on the device, loading large audio
files may take several minutes.
When the power consumption of the external
device is too high or the media interface is not
functioning properly, malfunction messages
will be displayed.
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multimedia devices and iPod
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or USB storage media
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versions
visit www.mbusa-mobile.com
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call the Mercedes-Benz Customer
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Assistance Center at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes
(1-800-367-6372) (in the USA)
call Customer Service at
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1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
Special characteristics of USB storage
media
If the storage medium contains other data
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than audio data, the time required for
initialization increases. Initialization may
then take several minutes. Therefore, audio
data should be stored on a separate
partition.
Up to 8 folder levels containing up to
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1 000 tracks per folder are supported.
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Do not use USB extension cables or
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connectors as they may impair
functionality.
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The playlists on the device are searched for
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in the background. They are provided in a
separate category once they are available.
The media interface does not support files
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that are protected by DRM (Digital Rights
Management).
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Supported USB storage media
The following USB storage media are
supported:
USB Flash Drives
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USB hard disks, 1", 1.8", and 2.5" drives
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with a starting/continuous current rating
of maximum 800 mA (otherwise a separate
power supply will be necessary)
MP3 players
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basic MP3 player are treated as USB
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storage media
for selected MP3 players additional
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functions are supported
The media interface supports USB storage
media of USB Device SubClass 6. Information