2009 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 98

Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) traffic situation. DVD maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. For example, if the traffic routing has been changed or the direction of a one-way road has been reversed. For this reason, you must always observe applicable road and traffic rules and regulations during your journey. Road and traffic rules and regulations always have priority over the navigation commands generated by the system. RPlace Map software The digital maps generated by the map software become outdated in the same way as conventional road maps. Optimum route guidance can only be provided by the navigation system in conjunction with the most up-to-date map software. Information about new map software versions can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. discs back in their boxes after use. RProtect discs from heat and direct sunlight. Updating process The updating process has the following phases: RLoading a DVD into the DVD changer (Y page 97) process (Y page 98) RUpdating G Warning! Navigation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving. Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions. Consulting the symbols or map display for directions may cause you to divert your attention from driving and increase your risk of an accident. Updating the map software You can update the map software yourself using a DVD. Notes about handling DVDs ROnly hold discs by the edge. RHandle RAvoid RUse discs carefully to prevent read problems. getting scratches, fingerprints and dust on discs. a commercially-available cleaning cloth to clean discs. Do not wipe them with a circular motion, but only in straight lines from the center outwards. i The updating process can take between 10 and 60 minutes, depending on the size of the map software. If the radio was switched on before you started the updating process, you can still adjust the volume. You can also use COMAND to operate the automatic air conditioning and to cancel the process. Other functions are not operational. If possible, carry out the update when the vehicle is stationary. i If you carry out the update with the engine switched off and the vehicle battery has insufficient power, COMAND may automatically switch off during the process in order to protect the battery. If this occurs, restart the update with the engine running period. Similarly, if the SmartKey 96