Comand 2.0 Dx Update Cd Download

COMAND 2.0/COMAND 2.0 MOPF. The same COMAND 2.5 technology (with DX navigation maps) was next incorporated in a somewhat different form factor known as COMAND 2.0 (with '2.0' referring to the fact that this modified unit had a 2 DIN height), but with the cassette drive removed. 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz Comand APS 2 0 2 5 TeleAtlas Blaupunkt TravelPilot DX Sat Nav Update Disc Only for CD based units not for DVD unit please. TeleAtlas Kaarten 2013-2014 Benelux voor Blaupunkt TravelPilot DX, RNS 4, BNS 4, Comand, MCD en MFD navigatie systeem, inclusief de.

Looks great and the CDs are compatible with the previous system. BTW, this is COMAND 2.0 DX CD NAV under a new cover. The after-market version is the Blaupunkt DX-V. A software update for COMAND 2.0 (M, CLK, C, E, G) was released in August 2002, which accelerates the system, and includes an intelligent speller dropping letters not making sense. The Microsoft DirectX® End-User Runtime installs a number of runtime libraries from the legacy DirectX SDK for some games that use D3DX9, D3DX10, D3DX11, XAudio 2.7, XInput 1.3, XACT, and/or Managed DirectX 1.1. Note that this package does not modify the DirectX Runtime installed on your Windows OS in any way. Comand 2.0 Servicing and Disassembly. This document describes how to dismantle your COMAND 2.0 unit. It helps you to clean the CD mechanism or to replace any broken bits. Often COMAND 2.0 systems fail because the laser lens has become dirty - using this document will help you to clean the laser lens.

Some radio and navigation systems

Vision AVTR may inspire the EQS & 2021 S-class running MBUX 7,
with the new C and GLC to follow.

The updated E-Class and CLS come with MBUX 6 FreshUp 3
with touch control buttons.

The 2018 A-Class introduces 'Hey Mercedes' MBUX.
The 2019 CLA and GLE, GLS follow with optional interior assist.

COMAND NTG 5.5 arrives in the 2017 E-Class
with optional second-generation Burmester® 3D surround.

COMAND NTG 5 debuts in the model year 2014 S-Class
The New Telematics Generation 5 COMAND starts with the new 222 S-Class,with other models to follow.

COMAND Online NTG 4.5 kicks off in model year 2012
The new SLK, C and M-Class come with the new telematics generation COMAND Online NTG 4.5, which will also gradually be introduced in othermodel series. New features include 3-D displays and an USB interface now located in the center armrest.

Paris 2010: Mercedes-Benz showed its iPad integration
September 2010

smart drive kit for the iPhone released
August 2010

The Touchpad explained: vid 1, vid 2
February 2010

New Telematics Generation NTG 3.5 debuts
For model year 2010 the new telematics generation COMAND NTG 3.5 replaces the earlier NTG 3 in the S-Class and CL, with integrated Bluetooth, SPLITVIEW and Sirius instead of RDS based real time traffic in North America.
2009

myCOMAND debuts in LA on the Concept Fascination.
November 2008

New Telematics Generation NTG 2.5 debuts
For model year 2009 COMAND NTG 2.5 will replace earlier COMAND NTG 1 and NTG 2 in a number of models, for example in the M-Class, R-Class and GL starting this fall. New features include integrated Bluetooth and optional whole word Linguatronic speech recognition. Few use navigation frequently.
This system is available in these Mercedes-Benz models:
2009-2010 CLS-Class, 2009 E-Class,
2009-2012 G-Class, 2009-2012 Gelände Limousine GL, 2009-2011 M-Class,
2009-2012 Sports Tourer R-Class, 2009-2012 SL-Class and 2009-2011 SLK-Class.
Mercedes-Benz-Mobile.com
April 2008

Mercupgrades.com: IPOD Retrofit in A, B, C, CLK, ML, GL, R Class
Richard installed an iPod into a new ML (UK), with the usual precise instructions and pictures.

Mercupgrades.com: CD Changer Retrofit in ML, GL and R-Class
Richard installed a CD changer in a new ML (UK), with precise instructions and pictures.
September 2007

New Telematics Generation NTG 4 COMAND NAV premiers.
New Telematics Generation 4 (NTG4) COMAND debuts in the new C-Class, and GLK,with pop-up navigation screen and Linguatronic speech recognition. NTG 4 is based on NTG 3.
May 2007

NAVTEQ launches Map Reporter to facilitate user input
It's a new tool to report map discrepancies by pinpointing theexact location of the concern for possible updating of the map database.In the USA they provide map data for Mercedes ML, GL, R, C, CLK among others.
Navteq Map Reporter

Google maps for mobile with live traffic released Start here.A list of supported phones is online. 2006 SIRI say 'Hello' to the E-Class The iPhone connects via the Drive Kit Plus. Also available in A, B, CLA and C-Class, with others to follow. 2013

Mercedes introduces StreetPilot II navigation retrofit In 2006 Mercedes introduces retrofitable NAVs intended for the A, B and C-Class. Made by 'Yes, it really is that simple' Garmin, the StreetPilot II features a 3.5 inch color screen, real time traffic, Bluetooth, crash compatible mounting on the dash, integration with the automobile's audio system and is based on theStreetPilot c550. In 2008 the StreetPilot III followed. In 2011 the Becker® MAP PILOT launches. It's a lower cost NAV for the Audio 20 CD radio and integrates with the central controls and the Audio 20 display, and is concealed in the glove compartment.click

Model Year 2006 M-Class and R-Class Rear Headrest Monitors They are not suitable for model year 2007+ with Neckpro active head restraints. 2006

New M-Class, R-Class, GL-Class with infrared reflecting windshield reflect radiation so toll collection devices like EZ-Pass or Fastrakwon't work unless they are located in one of the three infrared transparentzones. 2006

2007 S-Class COMAND with clickwheel The 2007 S-Class introduced Mercedes New Telematic Generation 3 (NTG 3).

Mercedes AAS Switch (automatic audio selector) for ML, R and GL
(Power harness that directly replaces the ipod power harness)
B6-782-4228 MSRP $70.00 Available soon..........
Vehicles with RSES 'RSES and iPod'
Vehicles w/o RSES 'iPod and Aux jack'
Only works together with iPod kit.
samhmbz, 2006

Volkswagen of America is working with Google and nVidia
on a prototype with more real looking three dimensional navigation. It's based on google earth with Keyhole technology and an nVidia graphics chip. The VW electronics research lab is in Palo Alto, California.
2006

Some Mercedes M-Class and R-Class installation bulletins
DVD Navigation Processor Installation: T-I-82.85/441C
Ipod Kit Installation: T-I-82.60/438
Model 163 Optional Navigation System or Single CD Installation: T-SI-82.85/147
Rear Seat Entertainment System Installation M-Class: T-I-82.60/440A
2004-2005 M-Class Satellite Radio Installation: T-I-82.60/350
Before buying the Sirius kit make sure the ML has the wiring installed not just the SAT button.
2006

M-Class MCS plug and play video
An RGB adapter can be plugged into the MCS plug for the NAV module. ModelMLNONAV supports SECAM, NTSC, PAL, RGBs, RGsB, SYNC, inverted sync and has two video inputs, one for a DVD player or TV-tuner, and a second one for a backup camera. It switches automatically to backup camera when the car is put in reverse and comes with a 1 year 'no questions asked' warranty. For MLs with navigation system model MLRGB adds a NAV/Video switch to the above for which it needs to be shipped to the installer in New York.
TVandNAV2GO
NAV-TV

Mercedes-Benz M-Class iPod integration Starting with model year 2006 M-Class, R-Class and GL-Class: Apple and Mercedes-Benz announce iPod integration. The MBUSA operator's manual for the iPod integration kit comes with the car and it's 12 pages long, with order number S-4208-06A. Some suggestions for earlier model years: Hard-wired AUX-IN like in W203 C-Class radios Bob Olson's M-Class iPOD installation Daniel's hardwired FM modulator FM Music Transmitter MMR-60 dension ice> Link: Plus - Rodney's ice> Link install In model year 1998 to 2000 MLs the iPod aux audio can be wired to the non-fiberoptic MCS COMAND. The iPod nano is powered by a VARTA PoLiFlex® battery.

Mercedes AUX IN audio to D2B fiberoptic
became available for all models with D2B fiber ring, like 2001+M-Classes and many other MBs from 99 to 04. This allows external audioinput for the Audio 10 CD, Audio 30 APS and others without a factoryAUX input.
Soundgate AUXMB1 converter info
Audio 10 CD info by Hans Hehl

harman/kardon Becker TrafficPro 4773 on special in North America
The 4773 was reduced and is now sold out, but Becker supportstill has a few units left, if interested. It's a great NAV for a great price. It's an easy to use NAV, AM/FM tuner with RDS and in-dash CD-player, all in a compact single slot format and used to be $1500 or more. 2 CDs cover the USA, split along the Mississippi. Supported languages are: English US, English GB, Espanol, Francais, Italiano and Deutsch. It also integrates a phone (mute) and iPod (aux) or changer and comes with the 'Becker sound'.The Mercedes Audio 30 APS is similar but the map CDs are not compatible.The US 2.0 software updates the radio and navigation system softwareslightly but unfortunately deletes Italian and German. The update is thus not recommended.
Map CD version US 1.0 two CD set split West/East covering the USA (2001)
Map CD version US 2.0 two CD set split West/East covering the USA (2004)
TrafficPro support

Map updates are available from navteq.com.

Mercedes M-Class NAV DVDs North America (COMAND MCS 1 model year 03-05) 03-05 ML COMAND MCS 1 DVD version 2002.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0108) released August 2002 (6 GB) 03-05 ML COMAND MCS 1 DVD version 2004.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0203) released August 2004 03-05 ML COMAND MCS 1 DVD version 2005.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0212) released August 2005 03-05 ML COMAND MCS 1 DVD version 2006.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0218) released January 2006 03-05 ML COMAND MCS 1 DVD version 2006.2 (MB part# BQ 646 0219) released August 2006 (6.75 GB) 03-05 ML COMAND MCS 1 DVD version 2007.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0228) released October 2007 03-05 ML COMAND MCS 1 DVD version 2008-2009 released September 2008 Mercedes M-Class NAV DVDs North America (COMAND MCS/NTG 2 model year 06-08) 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND NTG 2 DVD version 2004.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0204) 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND NTG 2 DVD version 2005.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0213) 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND NTG 2 DVD version 2006.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0220) 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND NTG 2 DVD version 2007.1 (MB part# BQ 646 0226) 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND NTG 2 DVD version 8.0 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND NTG 2 DVD version 9 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND NTG 2 DVD version 10 06-08 M, R, GL, 05-7 C, CLK COMAND MCS 2 DVD version 11 (MB Part# BQ 646 0316) Mercedes M-Class NAV DVDs North America (COMAND MCS/NTG 2.5 model year 09-11) 09-11 CLS, M, R, GL, SLK COMAND NTG 2.5 DVD version 4 (2010) 09-11 CLS, M, R, GL, SLK COMAND NTG 2.5 DVD version 5 (2011) 09-11 CLS, M, R, GL, SLK COMAND NTG 2.5 DVD version 6 (2012) 09-11 CLS, M, R, GL, SLK COMAND NTG 2.5 DVD version 10 (2013) Mercedes-Benz Part # BQ 646 0302 Mercedes C-Class NAV DVDs North America (COMAND NTG 4 model year 08-11) 08-11 C-Class, 10-11 GLK-Class, 11 SLS AMG 2010 DVD version 7 08-11 C-Class, 10-11 GLK-Class, 11 SLS AMG 2011 DVD version 8 08-11 C-Class, 10-11 GLK-Class, 11 SLS AMG 2012 DVD version 9, Navteq Catalog # U0034-0070-109 Mercedes E-Class NAV DVD North America (COMAND NTG 1 model year 04-08) 03-08 Mercedes-Benz E-Class COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2003.1 (MB part# Q6-46-0135) 03-08 Mercedes-Benz E-Class COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2004.1 (MB part# Q6-46-0205) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2004.2 (MB part# Q6-46-0206) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2004.3 (MB part# Q6-46-0209) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2005.1 (MB part# Q6-46-0210) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2006.1 (MB part# Q6-46-0216) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2006.2 (MB part# Q6-46-0223) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2007.1 (MB part# Q6-46-0229) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2008 (MB part# Q6-46-0232) 03-08 E, 05-08 SLK, 06-08 CLS COMAND NTG-1 DVD version 2012 v.11 Navteq Catalog # U0028-0070-109 Mercedes S-Class NAV DVD North America (COMAND NTG 2 model year 04-08) 04-06 S, CL, 05-08 SL COMAND NTG-2 DVD version 2012 v.10 Mercedes S-Class NAV DVD North America (Harman Becker COMAND NTG 3 model year 07-09) 2007-09 S CL COMAND NTG-3 with 20 GB HD DVD version 3.0 (MB part# 221-827-30-59) released 12/2006 2007-09 S CL COMAND NTG-3 with 20 GB HD DVD version 4.0 (MB part# Q6-46-0225) released 7/2007 2007-09 S CL COMAND NTG-3 with 20 GB HD DVD version 5.0 (MB part# Q6-46-0231) released 10/2007 2007-09 S CL COMAND NTG-3 with 20 GB HD DVD version 8.2 (MB part# Q6-46-0249) released 2010 2007-09 S CL COMAND NTG-3 with 20 GB HD DVD version 10 released 2011 With Telematics update adds DVD video when parked, bird's eye view, real time traffic etc Mercedes M-Class NAV CDs North America (Alpine MCS 1 model year 2000-2002) 00-02 ML COMAND MCS CD bundle 1999-1 10 CD set incl Canada 00-02 ML COMAND MCS CD bundle 2000-1 10 CD set incl Canada (deletes GPS altitude) 00-02 ML COMAND MCS CD bundle 2001-1 10 CD set incl Canada (since 7/2001) 00-02 ML COMAND MCS CD bundle 2002-1 10 CD set incl Canada (MB release early 2003) 00-02 ML COMAND MCS CD bundle 2004-1 10 CD set incl Canada (MB part# Q6-46-0202) (latest CD version) Mercedes E, SL, SLK, Maybach, S, CL, CLS NAV DVD Europe (COMAND NTG 1 MY 04+) Version 3.0 B6 782 3341 A211 827 52 59 - Beginning of 2004 Version 4.0 B6 782 3369 A211 827 67 59 - 2004 Version 4.1 B6 782 3395 A211 827 81 59 - Version 5.0 B6 782 3489 A211 827 68 59 - Jan 2005 - Includes TMC in the UK Version 5.1 B6 782 3627 A211 827 93 59 - May 2006 Version 6.0 B6 782 3659 A211 827 95 59 - Jan 2007, TMC for A B CH D DK F GB I NL S Version 7.0 B6 782 3855 A211 827 10 65 - 2007/2008 - October 2007 Mercedes M-Class NAV DVD EUROPE (COMAND NTG 2 model year 06+) 06+ M, GL, R, A, B, C, EUROPE with COMAND NTG-2 DVD version 2006.1 (MB part# B6 782 3641) April 2006 06+ M, GL, R, A, B, C, EUROPE with COMAND NTG-2 DVD version 2006.2 (MB part# B6 782 3674) July 2006 06+ M, GL, R, A, B, C, EUROPE with COMAND NTG-2 DVD version 2006.3 (MB part# B6 782 3695) Sept 2006 06+ M, GL, R, A, B, C, EUROPE with COMAND NTG-2 DVD ver 2007 8.0 (MB part# B6 782 3743) March 2007 06+ M, GL, R, A, B, C, EUROPE with COMAND NTG-2 DVD ver 2007/8 9.0 (MB part# B6 782 3848) October 2007 Mercedes S CL C CLK E G NAV CDs North America (COMAND 2.0/2.5 model year 2000-2005) 00 S-Class COMAND 2.5 until 8/99, VIN to A078551: 10 CD set, 'C', version 2004-1 (MB part# Q6-46-0191) 00 S-Class COMAND 2.5 from 9/99, VIN A078551 can use the 'D' or 'DX' CDs listed below: 01-03 S/CL 01-04 C/CLK 00-02 E 02-05 G, 10 CD set, version 2005-2, release 8/05 (MB part# Q6-46-0215) 01-03 S/CL 01-04 C/CLK 00-02 E 02-05 G, 10 CD set, version 2007-1, release 1/07 (MB part# Q6-46-0222)

Radio Data Service (RDS) expands in San Francisco Bay Area
17 FM stations transmit RDS signals now compared to only 6 a year ago. Most send the station id (PS) and the type of music flag (PTY). The following stations also send scrolling song titles via RadioTEXT (RT): KFOG (world class rock), KKSF (smooth jazz), KSJO (rock), KISS-FM, STAR 101, KMEL, THE BONE (That rocks!) and 94.9FM.
2004

Stoic conservative is often fastest in traffic. NAVTEQ and Tele Atlas Collaborate to Develop Standard Traffic Codes for Digital Maps of the United States 2004

Mercedes offers MixedTape MPs to download
2004

Mercedes DVD COMAND APS can now play MP3 CDs
using a firmware upgrade which just became available for the E-class COMAND DVD (version 3.0). MY04 S- and CL-class DVD COMANDs supplied by Siemens can already play MP3s, just try it.

The Magellan RoadMate 760
is a versatile 'Turn it on and Go' nav system covering North America and Europe with data stored on a 20 GB harddisk.

The F500 Mind introduced a touchpad at the Tokyo Motor show 2003.

Upgrading 98/99 M-Class to factory CD/DVD Navigation (North America)
A GPS cellphone combo antenna can be installed on the rear roof,in 98/99/00 M-Classes, and the vehicle speed signal VSS needs tobe tapped from the CAN-bus in 98/99 M-Class for this installation.This MBUSA bulletin gives some hints.
2003

Some Mercedes Navigation systems

MCS 1 (CD NAV, CC, 00-02 ML North America) MCS 1 (DVD NAV, CC, 03-05 ML North America) MCS 2, Modular COMAND System 2 (DVD NAV, CD, 06+ ML/R, 07+ G/GL, 05+ C/CLK North America) COMAND 2.0 (CD NAV, 02-05 ML outside North America, 02-05 G) MB Audio 50 APS (CD NAV, NTG-1, 03+ E etc outside North America) MB Audio 50 APS (CD NAV, NTG-2, 06+ ML, etc outside North America) COMAND (DVD NAV, NTG-2, 06+ ML, R outside North America) COMAND APS (DVD, MP3, NTG-1, 03+ E-Class) 2003 COMAND APS (CD NAV, 03 S-Class) 2004-06 COMAND APS (DVD NAV, MP3, CC, NTG-1, 04-06 S-Class, CL)

Classical KDFC 102.1 premiered HD Radio in the bay area, onthe air since May 1, 2003.
Sounds super on DigiCeiver.

KFOG first bay area station with PS, PTY and TP traffic on the air.
THE_BONE, KCBS, KPFA and KKSF have PS and PTY and KALX-FM broadcasts PS. Call 511 for current traffic.

'Dual display' and '3D junction view' and 'intersection zoom'
were just introduced in Germany and the UK with a software upgrade for the Alpine DVD NAV. Would be cool to have on M-Class DVD NAVIs,also made by Alpine. And not to forget an M-Class owners' manual on DVDlike for the new E.

Mercedes Universal Handy Interface
Cellphone prewiring with a standard connector is listed now in some price lists for the CLK coupe and cabrio, G and M. Phones plug with an adapter into the center armrest.
Wireless4MB.com
2003

MBUSA Introduces Fully Integrated SIRIUS Satellite Radios
Will it carry TMC?
2003

Mercedes DVD NAVs in Japan
These S, E, CLK COMANDs in Japan integrate DVD navigation for VICS (the Japanese version of the TMC service used for dynamic traffic routing), audio with cassette and in dash CD, and TV in the LCD display.They were developed with Siemens VDO (S-Class headunit) and harman Becker(E-Class headunit) and the DVD NAVs for both with harman Becker. DVD NAVs were introduced in Japan as early as 1998.

Blaupunkt TravelPilots
are radios and navs in a compact form for easy installs in singleDIN slots. The Fräulein who lives in there talks and sounds the same as in the COMAND APS since TravelPilots use the technology of the S-Class COMAND 2.5 just not with the larger screen. Folks who navigate a lot tend to just follow the voice andonly occasionally glance at the approach bar at closelyspaced turn-offs. The RNS 150 announces directions in english, deutsch, español, français, italiano and nederlands, just likethe COMAND. The dead reckoning performance and self correcting learningalgorithm is quite good, but overall route guidance is lacking.
2003

MP3s in a Mercedes: Ken Yee's Digisette review
2003

Real Time traffic info North America
is available in 65 metro areas. map. All 2001+ Benzes receive real time reports on their MCS or COMAND screens via Tele Aid Traffic: start here. But this cellular phone based data service is not popular and will be discontinued.

M-Class AM/FM antenna, 98/99 radio and Bose
The M-Class antennas are integrated into the rear glass describedhere, page 1and here, page 2. The M-Class Bose sound system amplifier is part 163 820 0189 or 163 820 1889 and mounted on the firewall.
The 98/99 M-Class Radio uses the standard DIN-ISO connector. Phone MUTE turns the radio off during calls and displays 'PHONE' on the LCD. These frequencies are supported:
FM: 87.9 to 107.9 MHz
AM: 530 to 1710 kHz
WB: 162.40 to 162.55 MHz (Weatherband Channel 1 through 7)
Bose AudioPilot® sound system with 8 speakers and Acoustimass® subwoofer
Bose 6 channel amplifier on firewall above pedals
NOAA Weather Radio

Tele Atlas Launches Comprehensive Turn-by-turn Map Database for North America
including real time traffic capability.
2002

The S-Class COMAND system, COMAND2.5, was used from 1998 to 2002. COMAND stands for CockpitManagement and Data System. It's reliable but fairly slow recalculatingroutes after missed turns. The map data is often older and not socomplete, but it does include more restaurants and special destinationsthan many newers ones I know. The voice quality is superb, and thevoice comands very precise, so one can navigate without having to lookat the screen!

A second generation of COMAND with a new wider 16:9 color TFTscreen was presented with the 2003 S- and CL-Class. Navigation became optional for $1500 but was included in the S 600 sedan and coupe. As in the previous system other options are an integratedphone, CD-changer and in Europe also a TV tuner. Looks great and the CDs are compatible with the previous system. BTW, this is COMAND 2.0 DX CD NAV under a new cover. The after-market version isthe Blaupunkt DX-V.

A software update for COMAND 2.0 (M, CLK, C, E, G) was released in August 2002, which accelerates the system, and includes an intelligent speller dropping letters not making sense.

The Dietz 1440 video adapter for COMAND
enables video input into the Mercedes COMAND NAV systems without a TV-tuner. It costs EU239 and supports PAL and NTSC TV signalsfor external video signals like DVD players, videorecorders, cameras etc.
Dietz info site

European Sprinter radio Mercedes Sound 40 Pro
The Sprinter commercial vans and Vaneo have an Internet Connection starting in September 2002. Download NAV routes, Dispo lists, etc from your desktop into the van using the Sound 40 Pro made by Becker. Works with Fleetboard.
2002

5 cm (2 inches) position accuracy demonstrated
Mercedes Research and Technology North America showed a M-Class with precise vehicle location to 5 cm (2 inches) position accuracy when driving on Interstate Highway 280, using GPS and precise maps technology. The PASS system for passenger cars is under development.
August 2000

Most of the navigation systems mentioned here are self-calibratingby continuously comparing distances travelled with their map data, andauto-correcting any differences. Some other manufacturers' systems don'tto that nor use auto tire calibration. Buyer beware. Uncalibratedsystems are not more accurate than handheld GPS.

DVD vs CD navigation software
DVD NAVs, e.g. from Alpine usually have more map details and faster routerecalculation and 2 more zoom levels and cover North America on one DVD. On the other hand it's easier to back up CDs, and it's a 10 hour drive to the edge of my CD coverage area. A full set of 11 Nav CDs costs retail around $285 and less at $140 when ordered before the vehicle leaves the prep center.

harman Becker introduce the Traffic Pro in the US: model 4773
Fall 2002. The distant Mercedes relative is the MB Audio 30 APS,which I like using, easy - never read a manual, let's you make anyturns you like without getting confused, and with fast recalculations itadjusts to the user, instead of having to wait for it. It will be soldas Harman/Kardon and without CAN interface for the display in theinstrument cluster. The MB Audio 30 APS was developed by innovativesystems and Becker for Mercedes, starting in 1997 and was firstintroduced in 1999. The TrafficPro is the after-market version. 'Der ultimative granatenmäßige Oberhammer' and more than 130,000 unitshave been sold in Europe (by early 2001). One CD covers most of Europe and with software version 4.0 dynamic traffic guidance becameavailable using the radio data system and the TMC message format (free)or with cell-phone and GSM (charges apply, unpopular), as well as much more map data. Once this system becomes available in the US ( has been in beta for a year now) it will use only two CDs, one east of the Mississippi and one west of it. Another nice feature: It can play music CDs while it navigates. This does not apply to the later APS 50.
Becker support

Mercedes-Benz integrated phones
With model 1999 M-Classes MBUSA offered dashintegrated analog cellphones.
Paul's MB Info Website: Integrated Phones

Mercedes history: First GPS NAV sold by MBUSA
In September 1997 MBUSA introduced an optional 'GPS navigational system' for the 1998 and 1999 model year M-Class, the first MB NAV in North America. On the first test drive in 1997 it kept tracking correctly even when encountering small deadends and parking lots with frequent tight turns. It's mounted above the dash vents so drivers don't have to take the eyes off the road. The latest map software version is 2001.1, previous versions were 1999.1 and 1998.1. The map database software is supplied by NavTeq.

Starting with 2000 in North America Alpine supplies the Modular COMAND System (MCS). From 2000 to 2002 the MCS uses a CD navigation module. Starting in 2003 a DVD navigation module was used. In 2004 a SVC button was added and in model year 2005 it became a SAT button. The first MCS CD software version is 1999.1. The first MCS DVD softwareversion 2001.1, both supplied by Navteq.

Mercedes COMAND NAVs: from APS 1 to COMAND 2.5
Blaupunkt's first navigation patents were issued in 1978. In 1983EVA (Elektonischer Verkehrslotse für Autofahrer) was introduced. In 1989 the first production ready CAR NAV worldwide was shown: the TravelPilot IDS (Identification of Digitized Streets) with digital mapssupplied by Etak, but expensivememory and missing digital maps precluded a commercial success. innovative systems developed maps in the Hamburg area in the early 1990s.In the mid 90s series production of the first car NAV started. The APS 1 was listed in the sales brochures and pricelists for the 1995 S-Class W140 as Autopilotsystem (APS) Code 351.

The COMAND system is available in MLs outside of North-America. It'sthe COMAND 2.0, as used in the E-Class, CLK etc, and similar to theS/CL-Class version, which is COMAND 2.5.It has an electronic gyro, clear voice, good accuracy but slow routerecalculation of long routes. Options like cell-phones, TV, Linguatronicand dynamic traffic updates are available, some only after-market. Anew COMAND 2.0 from the MB dealer costs about $2400 and good used systemsstart at $1100. There are three different 2.0 versions out, dependingon CAN and D2B bus configurations. NavTeq of TeleAtlas supply the map data.Two map data updates per year are provided in Europe, since about 1995when the first versions of this system appeared in the W140 S-Classsedan and coupe.

1993 Communication and Navigation System (CNS)
Mercedes-Benz presented the first fully integrated telematics system in the automotive industry in 1993, when the Communication and Navigation System (CNS) was premiered in the S-Class. The W140 S-Class factory pictures above were provided by www.mb-w140.de.

Mercedes-Benz Vario Research Car The Vario Research car was introducedat the Geneva auto show in the spring of 1995. Technical highlights: Swap bodies: sedan, wagon, convertible and pickup on one and the same chassis, exchanged within 15 minutes Light and sturdy bodies made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) Active Body Control (ABC) Production launch in the Mercedes-Benz CL (1999, C 215 series) Color display Production launch in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1998, W 220 series) Central rotary control for the electronic functions Production launch in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2005, W 221 series) Navigation system Production launch in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1995, W 140 series) Safety display coupled to traffic sign evaluating function and distance warning radar

The PROMETHEUS, 'Program for European Traffic with Highest Efficiency and Unprecedented Safety“research program started in October 1986, resulting e.g. in the VITA autonomous van and a W140S-Class using saccadic vision and transputers, to autonomously drive on the autobahn, or in Pariscity traffic.

The Philips Auto Mignon record player
was introduced in 1958. John Lennon had one in his white Mercedes-Benz 600 pictured above. Next to it a 'Motor ola' ad from 1962. Motorola founderPaul Galvin invented the car radio in 1930. And the Blaupunkt from 1926.

GPS Risks
DOT Releases Report Assessing Vulnerability Of TransportationInfrastructure Relying on GPS
US Coast GuardGPS navigation center
Grounding ofthe ROYAL MAJESTY (over-reliance on automated systems)
CHINAdaily: Motorists switch brain off

The Future
Real time inter-vehicle communications prototype
DriveBy InfoFueling Research Car
PASS system with 2 inch position accuracy, demonstrated on I-280
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2010 E220 interior with COMAND controller (below-left gear shift) and navigation screen

Cockpit Management and Data system - COMAND for short - acts as a combined command and control centre for all audio, telematics and telecommunications functions on Mercedes-Benz vehicles and includes a dedicated flat display screen. In addition to the GPS navigation system and general processing and control logic, COMAND includes components such as an address book, telephone, radio and in many cases a CD/DVD drive. It is connected to other (often separate) devices such as CD/DVD changers, sound system and surround sound amplifier, TV receiver and the optional Linguatronicvoice control system via an optical fibre network. The first generations of COMAND used the D2B optical network standard whereas later models are based on MOST.

A key feature of all COMAND systems is to provide deep integration between the various functions such as multimedia, navigation and telephony and to also allow multiple presentation and control facilities. An example of functional integration is where other audio sources can be muted when a phone call comes in or when navigation guidance is being given. It is also the case that the main audio system, speakers and microphone are used for all these functions instead of being logically and functionally separate. With regard to multiple presentation and control facilities, COMAND based vehicles allow steering wheel controls to be used alongside the main COMAND buttons and controller and COMAND related status information and instructions can be displayed in the instrument cluster in addition to the main COMAND display. On vehicles with a factory fitted Mercedes-Benz rear seat entertainment system, this also provides integration with the COMAND system, allowing for instance the rear seat displays to show content from the COMAND TV receiver or to play out the rear DVD audio over the car's surround sound system.

On newer S-Class and CL-Class models such as the W221, the integration between COMAND and other vehicle functions is even more complete, including access via COMAND to the HVAC system, seat controls, etc. On these cars, in contrast to most other Mercedes-Benz vehicles, COMAND is part of the standard specification rather than an optional extra.

COMAND was introduced first exclusively on the flagship S-Class and CL-Class models. Later, it became available on other Mercedes cars too.

Model history[edit]

COMAND 2.5[edit]

An early model UK-spec (right hand drive) W220 S-Class, with the COMAND system screen and buttons on the center console.

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Somewhat confusingly, COMAND 2.5 (not to be confused with the much later COMAND-APS NTG2.5) actually refers to the first generation of COMAND systems, introduced on the W220. The '2.5' label seems to refer to the fact that the main COMAND unit for this first generation had a height of 2.5 DIN. This COMAND system had a cassette drive, a built-in CD drive for the navigation map discs, an FM/AM radio tuner, a 4-channel amplifier and external connectors to other systems. The European models used Tele Atlas map discs (CD). Towards the end of 1999, the system was upgraded to use the improved DX type navigation discs. COMAND 2.5 uses a D2B optical bus for connection to the external CD changer, the telephone system, the optional Bose surround sound system and the optional Linguatronic voice control system. The COMAND 2.5 unit was made by Bosch.

COMAND 2.5 was an option on almost all models and denoted by Mercedes-Benz option code 352.

COMAND 2.0/COMAND 2.0 MOPF[edit]

The same COMAND 2.5 technology (with DX navigation maps) was next incorporated in a somewhat different form factor known as COMAND 2.0 (with '2.0' referring to the fact that this modified unit had a 2 DIN height), but with the cassette drive removed. These units were introduced on the W210 E-Class as rectangular units, later also in a more rounded form on amongst others the W203 and R230 models.

From S-Class model year 2003, COMAND 2.5 was replaced by a widescreen version of COMAND 2.0 known as COMAND 2.0 MOPF.

Note that COMAND 2.5, COMAND 2.0 and COMAND 2.0 MOPF are collectively referred to as 'COMAND 2' systems (despite these being the first generation COMAND systems and, confusingly, despite the successor being known as COMAND-APS NTG1.

COMAND-APS NTG1[edit]

This new generation of COMAND systems was introduced on the model year 2002 W211 E-class and is in fact a complete redesign. MOST replaces the D2B optical ring network. The Mercedes-Benz option code became 527 (although, confusingly, COMAND 2.0 MOPF was also given this option code). These new MOST based systems were given the name COMAND-APS to distinguish them from the older D2B systems.

The NTG1 system further distinguished itself from earlier models by having DVD based navigation instead of the CD based COMAND 2. This allowed to carry a whole region (such as Europe) on a single disc. NTG1 systems were also able to play MP3 CDs/DVDs.

COMAND-APS NTG2[edit]

The NTG2 evolution was a cheaper and more integrated version of COMAND-APS, having all core components in the single double DIN head unit instead of three separate components as had been the case with NTG1 (an audio gateway including the radio, amplifier, and MOST controller; a head unit with display; and a navigation processor) and thereby also simplifying the wiring. However, unlike NTG1 models, the NTG2 COMAND was unable to play MP3 discs. To use the navigation at the same time as listening to an audio disc requires the optional CD changer.

This version of COMAND was used in various models such as the W203 C-Class and the W209 CLK and even the Vito/Viano. It was also fitted to the Smart Forfour.

COMAND-APS NTG3/NTG3.5[edit]

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The rotary controller for COMAND-APS NTG3 together with the telephone keypad and quick access buttons. The button with the * symbol on the left is a programmable 'favourite' button.

A W221 S-Class showing the location of the COMMAND screen to the right of the speedometer

Intended for the flagship W221 S-Class and the W216 CL-Class, COMAND NTG3 is a high-end system. Unlike for most other Mercedes-Benz cars, the S-Class and CL-Class from now on have COMAND as standard, allowing even better integration and for COMAND to operate even more vehicle functions. The navigation maps are stored on an internal hard disk instead of a DVD disc (although updates are installed from an update DVD). In addition to operating the audio, video, navigation and telecommunication systems, the NTG3 COMAND also controls a host of other features, such as the multi-contour and drive-dynamic seats, the HVAC system, the rear window shade, the vehicle locking, alarm and immobiliser, interior and exterior lighting functions, the optional ambient lighting feature, easy entry/exit settings, etc.

The NTG3 system comes with a large, high resolution 8' TFT 16:9 widescreen colour COMAND display mounted higher and more directly into the driver's line of sight and with a separate, large rotary controller mounted on the centre console in between the front seats. This system was the first COMAND to support DAB radio on the MOST bus.

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NTG3 uses an in-dash DVD (and CD) changer and CompactFlash reader for MP3 music. A digital TV tuner and a Harman Kardon Logic7 stereo sound system with 14 speakers and a 600W 13-channel DSP amplifier can be optionally installed and controlled via COMAND. Where a factory fitted rear seat entertainment package is installed, this can use the NTG3 digital TV tuner and the surround sound system for playing out its audio over the speakers instead of headphones. As with previous models, Linguatronic voice command and control is available as an option too.

The main controller for NTG3 is a large rotary dial with haptic feedback, although there are also buttons for quick access to commonly used functions and even a 'favourite' button that can be assigned a function of choice. In addition, buttons on the steering wheel give access to various COMAND functions too and the large screen in the instrument cluster can display various COMAND related settings and information in addition to the main COMAND display.

The model year 2009 W221 S-Class received an upgraded version, COMAND-APS 3.5 NTG. This includes improved Bluetooth support and split view (where the passenger watches a DVD while the driver sees other COMAND functions such as the navigation map on the same display). The new NTG3.5 system also features a new rights management provision to prevent the use of copied map update discs. This rights management function means it is not possible to upgrade NTG3 based vehicles to NTG3.5.

COMAND-APS NTG4[edit]

The NTG4 system is a reduced cost version of NTG3 technology. It was first introduced when the W204 C-Class launched in 2007 and features a 5' screen, much smaller than the higher resolution, bigger 8' screen on the flagship W221. It is the first version of COMAND that supports the Mercedes Media Interface. Like NTG3, it stores maps on a hard disk and has a card reader for MP3 music. It is also built with a somewhat larger 6' screen for other models such as the W212 and W218. Amongst other implementation differences are the fact that in the W204 version the screen electrically folds in and out whereas in other incarnations it is fixed. The Mercedes SLS has COMAND NTG4 too.

Unlike the NTG3 system, NTG4 did not support 7 character UK postcodes when first released (only 5 character postcodes), but some NTG4 units (e.g. those in the MY2010 W212 and up) have a firmware upgrade available from Mercedes dealers which does add 7 character UK postcodes.

NTG4 is also used in Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class (X204).

COMAND-APS NTG2.5[edit]

Command APS in a C200 2011 model

Somewhat confusingly, COMAND-APS NTG2.5 was introduced after NTG4, replacing COMAND in models previously fitted with NTG1 and NTG2 systems (apart from the W209 CLK as that model was replaced by the W207 E-Class coupe. The unit has a SD card reader in addition to the DVD drive. An optional DVD changer can replace the single drive. The Mercedes-Benz option code is 512 for the single drive unit and 527 for the unit with the optional DVD changer. Like NTG4 models, it supports the Media Interface. The unit also stores the navigation maps on an internal HDD which have some extra space for mp3 files.

COMAND-APS NTG4.5[edit]

In late 2011, Mercedes starting fitting the new COMAND-APS NTG4.5 to its W204 cars for Model Year 2012, and then to other models^[1] such as the W212, W207 and R172 SLK. It thus became the latest generation of COMAND for its non-flagship cars (i.e. cars other than the S-Class and CL-Class). It is also referred to as COMAND Online as it can use the mobile broadband connection on the telephone to connect to Mercedes-Benz Internet based services. It allows the running of various downloadable apps (such as Facebook) in the COMAND system. It uses a 7' colour display and has a SD-Card slot. The resolution, which is quite good at the time, is 800*480.

Initially, the graphics were brown and black, and this system became known as GEN1. The colour scheme of the display were then changed to Grey/Black/Red at the same time as the graphics in the instrument cluster changed and this is known as GEN2 and coincided with the MY2013 update. Initially different firmware was used in GEN1 and GEN2, but later on the firmware for GEN1 and GEN2 was merged into 1 firmware release and the colour scheme became a run-time configuration item.

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Again, Media Interface is supported and maps are stored on a hard disk and restricted, as with NTG3.5, by a PIN based rights management protection feature. Like NTG3/3.5 it also has a separate rotary controller (although smaller than for NTG3/3.5 based vehicles).

COMAND-APS NTG4.7[edit]

COMAND-4.7 was installed in vehicles from June 2013 onwards, such as GLK350(2015). It now supports direct tethering of iPhones & Android phones to support the internet function which was not previously possible with these devices.

It also features internet radio plus slight changes to the route guidance.The differences to NTG4.5 are new Mercedes Apps; CPU upgrading; 80G to 100G SATA; better Navigator figure performance, which enable a more fluent system as a whole.

Supported file formats are:

• Audio
  • MP3 (supported bit rates: fixed and variable 32 kbit/s to 320 kbit/s, sampling rates of 8kHz to 48kHz)
  • WMA (fixed 5 kbit/s to 384 kbit/s, sampling rates of 8kHz to 48kHz)
  • CD-A
  • AAC (Apple formats): .aac, .mp4, .m4a, and .m4b (copy protection files are not supported)

• Video
  • MPEG
  • WMV
  • M4V
  • AVI

COMAND-APS NTG5.0[edit]

Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) COMAND Online NTG5.0

This is the last version to use the COMAND name and has been introduced in the 2013/2014 S class, 2014 GLA and C-class. It includes Mercedes Online Radio which is broadcast from Europe 24/7. The maps zoom in/out more smoothly and are enriched with graphics and functions. The core of the system is an Intel Atom (CPU) processor.^[2]

There are three generations of NTG5, NTG5*1, NTG5*2 and NTG5.5. NTG5*1 has a keypad, whereas NTG5*2 / NTG5.5 does not. COMAND NTG5*1 has support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (Early units did not have this support but it can be added). NTG5*2 is fitted in S, CL, C, GLC, AMG-GTS, X-Class and the new generation Vito. NTG5*1 is fitted to facelift A, B, CLA, GLA, W207-E, W212-E, CLS, GLE and GLS vehicles. NTG5*5 was fitted to the new W213-E class and is replacing NTG5*2 as vehicles are face-lifted.

The NTG 5.0 plays the following file formats:

Audio:

• MP3 v1, 128 kbit/s, 44.1 kHz, Stereo (.mp3)
• MP3 v1, 320 kbit/s, 44.1 kHz, Stereo (.mp3)
• ISO Media, MPEG v4 system, iTunes AAC-LC (.m4a)
• PCM, 16 bit, stereo 44100 Hz (.wav)

Video:

• MPEG sequence, v1, system multiplex (DVD PAL, MPEG2) (.mpg)
• MPEG-4 AVC H264, AAC Audio (.mkv)
• ISO Media, MPEG v4 system, version 1 (.mp4)

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Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX)[edit]

MBUX in a Mercedes-Benz CLA

The COMAND name is no longer in use and has been replaced by MBUX. The new multimedia system is installed in many Mercedes-Benz vehicles. A second-generation system, called 'My MBUX', is being introduced to the new W223. ^[3]

References[edit]

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1. ^'(Mercedes-Benz Comand NTG4.5 pinout)'.
2. ^'Multimedia features: Communication centre and concert hall' (Press release). Stuttgart, Germany: Daimler Media. 2013-03-26. Retrieved 2015-01-18.
3. ^Shapiro, Danny (2018-01-09). 'NVIDIA Powers Mercedes-Benz MBUX, Its Next-Gen AI Cockpit'. The Official NVIDIA Blog. Retrieved 2019-02-06.

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