Summary:
Details of the new (facelift) C-Class have been released online and Mercedes is set to launch a new telematics platform ‘Comand Online’ on this model. This system will be rolled out to other models in the future.
For the first time, Mercedes will offer internet access via the Comand infotainment system. According to an article in AutomobilWoche.de, Mercedes will not use a built-in SIM card like BMW, but instead rely on Terminal Mode for this. Terminal Mode duplicates the smartphone screen on the in-car display and controlled via the vehicle HMI.
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Mercedes C-Class brings the Internet into the car for the first time
The Stuttgart-based car manufacturer Daimler launches as part of the facelift of the C-Class, a new telematics generation. In this case, the multimedia system command line for the first time an internet connection. This can be accessed by others on Google Maps. Another new feature is a navigation solution with the standard initial radio can be upgraded later.
Cockpit of the facelifted C-Class:
In the mid-size sedan, a new telematics generation is used.
Stuttgart. Daimler is in the C-Class, a new telematics generation, first with Internet access to the market. The multimedia system command line should then be gradually introduced in other series. Available, the telematics unit in March 2011 in the facelifted C-class. Unlike competitors BMW, which is in the 7 Series incorporates a SIM card, thus ensuring mobile access to the Internet, Mercedes on the so-called terminal mode technology.
This is the Smartphone or mobile phone brought forth the Mercedes customers connect to the Internet.The terminal mode transmits the text display in the infotainment system. The applications can then use buttons on the steering wheel or touch screen, but continues to run on the device.
For the first time, Mercedes on a retrofit affordable navigation solution called Becker Map pilot.Thus, the base radio 20 can be enhanced with audio CD player from Becker supplier to the navigation. While the GPS unit is under the glove compartment, takes advantage of the navigation solution, the standard screen of the radio. It is operated via the central control. Again, there are updates available on the Internet.
For the first time, Mercedes on a retrofit affordable navigation solution called Becker Map pilot.Thus, the base radio 20 can be enhanced with audio CD player from Becker supplier to the navigation. While the GPS unit is under the glove compartment, takes advantage of the navigation solution, the standard screen of the radio. It is operated via the central control. Again, there are updates available on the Internet.
Mercedes runs servers for online services
With Command line Mercedes driver in the state can browse freely or surf to a Mercedes-line service. These pages are hosted by the Stuttgart has its own server that will be the platform for future online services. These include weather at the beginning and the search of points of interest on Google. There is also the possibility to download previously generated on a PC with a Google Maps route. Even Audi A8 is already use Goolge Maps.
The built-in navigation command line now has a 3-D look with plastic city models. Mileage routes can be recorded and left later, saved personal POIs and imported via an SD card. Furthermore, thanks to the new telematics generation, the phone book transfer, the display of text messages and play music wirelessly via a Bluetooth interface. In the C-class then there is also a USB connection in the center console.
The built-in navigation command line now has a 3-D look with plastic city models. Mileage routes can be recorded and left later, saved personal POIs and imported via an SD card. Furthermore, thanks to the new telematics generation, the phone book transfer, the display of text messages and play music wirelessly via a Bluetooth interface. In the C-class then there is also a USB connection in the center console.
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