CD changer MERCEDES-BENZ C320 WAGON 2002 S203 Owner's Manual

3 ContentsGeneral notes on CD mode ........... 174
CD changer installed ..................... 175
Loading/emptying
the CD magazine ....................... 175
Playing CDs .................................... 176
Skipping tracks
forward/backward .................... 176
Fast forward/reverse ..................... 177
Scanning ......................................... 177
Random play/repeat function ...... 177
Direct track selection .................... 178
Track and time display ................. 178
Telephone operation ...................... 178
Switching the telephone
on and off ................................... 178
Adjusting the volume .................... 179
Entering telephone number and
starting dialing process ........... 179
Calling up the phone book ........... 179
Switching between
name search and
number search .......................... 179Searching and selecting
phone book entries
by number ..................................180
Placing a call ...................................180
Manual repeat dialing
(redial) ......................................... 181
Automatic repeat dialing
(redial) ......................................... 181
Speed dialing .................................. 181
Turbo-dialing ..................................182
Multi party call ...............................182
Accepting incoming call
in telephone mode .....................182
Accepting incoming call
in tape, CD or radio mode ........182
Terminating call .............................183
Muting a call ...................................183
Component malfunctions ..............183
Power windows ...............................185
Sliding/pop-up roof ........................188
Interior lighting .............................. 191
Sun visors ........................................193
Vanity mirrors ................................193Interior ............................................ 194
Storage compartments
and armrests .............................. 194
Glove box ..................................... 195
Cup holder ...................................... 198
Ashtrays ..........................................200
Lighter .............................................202
Parcel net in
front passenger footwell ..........203
Ski sack ...........................................203
Parcel net in trunk ........................208
Electrical outlet ..............................209
Storage compartment
under trunk floor ......................209
Retractable luggage cover
and partition net ....................... 210
Split rear bench seat ..................... 213
Loading instructions ..................... 217
Cargo tie-down rings ..................... 218
Cellular telephone ......................... 219
Telephone, general ........................220
Garage door opener ....................... 221
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103 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index CD player1Radio system is switched off.
2The CD player is switched on.
3The number of the CD currently playing is displayed
if you are using a CD changer.
4Track number.
“TITLE” appears on vehicles with COMAND system.
“TRACK” appears on vehicles with audio system.
The radio must be switched on.
The CD player must be switched on.
Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until
display (2) appears.
Press the j or k button repeatedly until the
required track number (4) is displayed.
Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or
previous system.
Note:
To select a CD from the magazine, press a number on
the audio system or the (optional) COMAND system key
pad located in the center dashboard.
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161 Audio system
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These instructions are intended to help you become
acquainted with your Mercedes-Benz audio system.
They contain useful tips and a detailed description of
the user functions.Operating safety
1Optional equipment
Dolby and the double-D symbol
Ù
are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The Dolby noise reduction
system is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Wa r n i n g !
In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an
accident, system settings should be entered with
the vehicle at standstill and systems should be
operated by the driver only when traffic conditions
permit. Always pay full attention to traffic
conditions first before operating system controls
while driving. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your car is covering a
distance of 50 feet (approximately14 m) every
second.
Wa r n i n g !
Any alterations made to electronic components can
cause malfunctions.The radio, cassette deck, CD changer
1 and
telephone
1 are interconnected. Therefore, when
one of the components is defective or has not been
removed/replaced properly this may impair the
function of other components.
These malfunctions might seriously impair the
operating safety of your vehicle.We recommend that you have any service work or
alterations to electronic components done at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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CD mode
General notes on CD mode
Should excessive temperatures occur while in CD mode,
“ CD TEMP HIGH ” will ap pear on t he d is play and m uting
will take place. The unit will then switch back to radio
mode until the temperature has decreased to a safe
operating level.
Should temperatures occur while in CD mode which are
too low, “CD TEMP LOW” will be displayed, but the CD
will play. It will be sensitive to skipping if you are
driving over rough roads.
Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during
playback.
Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs. Do not write on the
CDs or apply any label or other material or devices to
the CDs.
Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially
available cleaning cloth. No solvents, anti-static sprays,
etc. should be used.
Replace the CD in its container after use. Protect CDs
from heat and direct sunlight.Only use CDs, which bear the
label shown and that conform to
the compact disc digital audio
standard (IEC 60908).
Use of CDs which do not meet this
stan dard may cause d am age to t he
CD changer. Do not play single-CDs (80 mm) with an
adapter.
1Optional equipmentWa r n i n g !
The CD changer
1 is a Class 1 laser product. There is
a danger of invisible laser radiation if the cover is
opened or damaged.
Do not remove the cover. The CD changer
1 does not
contain any parts which can be serviced by the
user. For safety reasons, have any service work
which may be necessary performed only by
qualified personnel.
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175 Audio system
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1 installed
1CD changer
2CD magazine
3CD tray
4CD
If a CD changer1 is installed, it can be operated from the
front control panel of the radio. A loaded magazine must
be installed for CD playing.
1 Optional equipment
Loading/emptying the CD magazine
Slide the changer door to the right until it latches open
and press the eject button . The magazine will be
ejected. Remove the magazine. Pull out the CD tray to its
stop and place the CDs in the recess of the tray, label
side up. Push the tray into the magazine in the direction
shown by the arrow. Insert the loaded magazine into the
changer.
Important!
Close the door after the magazine has been inserted.
3
2
2
1
4
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Playing CDs
Press the button. When the changer is used for the
first time after removing/inserting a magazine, play
begins at CD 1 track 1. After that, the CD most recently
played will start at the point where it was last switched
of f. CDs stored in the magazine can be selected by using
the station preset buttons 1-6.
The magazine slot number of
the selected CD will be
displayed after “CD”. The
number of the track being
played will be displayed after
“TRACK”.
If there is no CD in the
selected magazine slot,
“NO CD” and the
corresponding slot number
will be displayed
(e.g.“NO CD3”). After the last track on a CD has been
played, the next CD will automatically be selected and
played.Skipping tracks forward/backward
Press the button. The next track on the CD will be
played.
Press the button. If the track has been playing for
more than10 seconds, it will revert to the start of that
track. If it has been playing for less than ten seconds it
will revert to the preceding track. To skip several tracks,
the respective button must be pressed until the desired
track is reached. If the beginning or end of the CD is
reached during the search, the first or last track will be
played.
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183 Audio system
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Terminating call
A current call can be terminated by pressing the “END”
button.
Muting a call
Pressing the “MUT” key will
silence the call. The caller can
no longer hear you. To return
to the conversation, press the
“MUT” key again.Component malfunctions
The radio, CD changer
1, and Mercedes-Benz integrated
cellular telephone
1 are part of a fiberoptic networked
system. Failure of one of the components can lead to
malfunctions of the other components. Please contact
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in
Canada) at 1-800-387-0100 for more information in the
event of a malfunction.
1Optional equipment
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376 Index
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Index
AAdding engine oil .......................................................... 314
Airbags .............................................................................. 67
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
Malfunction and warning message ........................ 289
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................................268
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 43
Ashtrays .......................................................................... 200
Audio system
Button and soft key operation ................................. 164
Cassette mode ........................................................... 170
CD changer ................................................................ 175
CD mode ..................................................................... 174
Operating and display elements ............................. 162
Operating safety ........................................................ 161
Operation ................................................................... 164
Operation Audio and telephone .............................. 161
Radio mode ................................................................ 167
Telephone operation ................................................. 178Audio systems ................................................................. 102
Cassette player .......................................................... 104
CD Player .................................................................... 103
Radio ........................................................................... 102
Automatic central locking .............................................. 39
Automatic climate control ............................................ 148
Activated charcoal filter ........................................... 156
Adjustable air outlets,
rear passenger compartment ............................. 160
Air recirculation ........................................................ 155
Air volume, manual .................................................. 153
Basic setting ............................................................... 152
Defrosting ................................................................... 154
Display and controls ................................................. 150
Dust filter ................................................................... 152
Economy mode .......................................................... 157
Front center console storage
compartment ventilation ..................................... 159
Residual engine heat utilization ............................. 157
Special settings ......................................................... 153
Windows fogged up on the outside ........................ 154
Automatic transmission ............................................... 243
Fluid level ................................................................... 315
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ............................................ 338
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377 Index
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BBabySmart
TM airbag deactivation system ..................... 64
Battery .............................................................................330
Block heater .................................................................... 262
Brake assist system (BAS) ............................................ 267
Bulbs
See Replacing bulbs ................................................. 339
CCargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 218
CD changer
See CD changer installed ......................................... 175
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 219
Center console .................................................................. 24
Central locking switch .................................................... 38
Central locking system ................................................... 31
Automatic central locking ......................................... 39
Central locking switch ............................................... 38
Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 33
Doors ............................................................................. 36General notes ...............................................................30
Locking and unlocking with remote control .......... 33
Mechanical keys ..........................................................35
Obtaining replacement keys .....................................29
Summer opening/convenience feature ...................34
Vehicle keys ................................................................. 28
Check regularly and before a long trip ....................... 276
Child seat
See Infant and child restraint systems .................... 77
Climate control
Adjustable air outlets,
rear passenger compartment ............................. 160
Front center console storage
compartment ventilation ..................................... 159
Windows fogged up on the outside ........................ 154
Closing the tailgate ..........................................................42
COMAND, radio and telephone .................................. 226
Combination switch ....................................................... 142
Control and operation of radio transmitters ............. 226
Coolant level ................................................................... 315
Coolant temperature gauge .......................................... 131
Cruise control ................................................................ 264
Cup holder ....................................................................... 198
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