2008 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 321

Controls in detail Useful features Please note that these functions are only available with Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phones. Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for information on features available for your mobile phone of choice. The cradle is located in the front center armrest. Open telephone tray ( page 306). Inserting mobile phone in mobile phone cradle Once the mobile phone has been inserted in the mobile phone cradle, you have to use the hands-free device to respond during phone calls. If applicable, remove the cover for the external antenna connection from the back of the mobile phone and store it in a safe place. Be sure to comply with the mobile phone's operating instructions as well. Push the top of the mobile phone in direction of arrow 1, until the lug on the mobile phone release button engages. The mobile phone is connected to the network via the external antenna. The mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunction steering wheel. The battery is charged depending on its charge status and the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch. The charge procedure will be indicated in the mobile phone's display. Example illustration ! Do not try to remove the mobile phone along with the cradle. You could otherwise damage the mobile phone cradle. 1 Inserting the mobile phone 2 Connector contact 3 Mobile phone cradle Slide the lower end of the mobile phone into connector contact 2 on cradle 3. You can place or receive phone calls. You can control other functions of the mobile phone via the control system ( page 187), the Voice Control System* (see separate operating instructions), or the COMAND system (see separate operating instructions). 320