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Operation with the Media Interface
218
Connecting an external device
Do not leave external devices in the vehicle.
They may malfunction in extreme tempera-
tures; see the operating instructions for the
respective device. Examples of extreme tem-
peratures are direct sunlight or very low out-
side temperatures. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
accepts no liability for damage to external
devices.
i
Never connect more than one device at a
time. You will otherwise not be able to play
back from the external device.
USB hubs (devices with several USB con-
nections) are not supported.
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
Connect the external device with suitable
X
socket :, ; or =.
COMAND activates the device, a display
appears (when connecting an iPod
USB socket).
If you remove a device, the
nected
nected
message appears.
i
A connected iPod
not be simultaneously operated via the
Media Interface and the remote control
(e.g. Bluetooth
via the device itself. This may cause unfore-
seen technical difficulties.
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No No Device
Device Con‐
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or MP3 player should
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remote control) or directly
Applications (Apps) that are activated on
the connected device may lead to malfunc-
tions.
i
Connecting a fully discharged iPod
MP3 player can result in an extended initi-
alization period.
Malfunction messages appear while the
device is being activated if:
the connected device is not supported
R
(External Device Unavailable
External Device Unavailable
sage).
the connected device consumes too much
R
power.
the Media Interface connection is faulty.
R
a mass storage device (e.g. a USB memory
R
stick or USB hard drive) is connected to the
Media Interface.
In this case the
device to the other USB port
device to the other USB port
sage 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.
Disconnecting an iPod
Press the release catch on iPod
X
and pull the iPod
see the separate cable kit instructions.
Switching to Media Interface mode
plug or
General notes
Con‐
In extreme cases, starting up individual func-
tions can take up to several minutes – this
depends on the external device and its con-
tent (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.
®
mes-
Please connect the
Please connect the
mes-
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plug ;
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cable from the iPod
or
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