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The car is fitted with Digital Light, but it seems to me that I am missing a lot of the Digital Light functionality - and my "LIGHT" menu seems to be missing a few options too.
I do have the 43U option on my car - Digital Light with animated projektion.
This is the menu in my car (yes, I know it is in Danish )
This is the menu for another C-Class (A 300e though) - and as you can see, there are more options.
Is this a software issue on my car, or am I missing something!?
What is your software version?
The latest one is RL_NTG7_E329 ...
I need to check the car a bit later.
My "local" Mercedes dealership just informed me, that the reason for the missing menus is, that my car is not specced with the PAX package. The PAX includes the Digital Light LED headlight (Code 318), and U30, U42 and U43 animations. My car is only equipped with the 318 Headlights, and U43 for animation. Question is, is it the same headlight, and U30 and U42 is only "software", or is it actually extra hardware!?
My personal guess is, that U30 and U42 is software!
My "local" Mercedes dealership just informed me, that the reason for the missing menus is, that my car is not specced with the PAX package. The PAX includes the Digital Light LED headlight (Code 318), and U30, U42 and U43 animations. My car is only equipped with the 318 Headlights, and U43 for animation. Question is, is it the same headlight, and U30 and U42 is only "software", or is it actually extra hardware!?
My personal guess is, that U30 and U42 is software!
30U, 42U and 43U are all software.
The 318 is the Digital LED headlamps, right-hand traffic option.
This is mainly because local regulations.
Mine comes with all of them but only the Spotlight function is activated.
Last edited by Suspectus; Jan 30, 2023 at 09:02 AM.
30U, 42U and 43U are all software.
The 318 is the Digital LED headlamps, right-hand traffic option.
This is mainly because local regulations.
Mine comes with all of them but only the Spotlight function is activated.
Just as I thought - mine only has the 43U option, but I do not have the Rain and Meteor animations, and according to the dealer, it's because I only have 43U - I told him that that sounds like nonsense, as I do have the "Spotlight" option, so of course I do have animations, and the optil 43U even has it in the name - "projected animations".
Sometimes, salespersons are so.... salespersonish!
I finally heard back for the dealership. They are willing to "retrofit" or upgrade med to the full PAX, that includes the rest of the menu and also the warning and alerts - unfortunately they can't promise me, that I will be able to use any of the additional warnings and alerts, as they may still not be legal/activated in Denmark, and second - they are charging me almost the full amount of a new Digital Light package, even though the headlamps are the same as in the PAX package, about 8000,- DKK and that's just about $1200,- For you Yanks, or 1075 Euro.
That's pretty steep, just to get a few new warning signs!
I finally heard back for the dealership. They are willing to "retrofit" or upgrade med to the full PAX, that includes the rest of the menu and also the warning and alerts - unfortunately they can't promise me, that I will be able to use any of the additional warnings and alerts, as they may still not be legal/activated in Denmark, and second - they are charging me almost the full amount of a new Digital Light package, even though the headlamps are the same as in the PAX package, about 8000,- DKK and that's just about $1200,- For you Yanks, or 1075 Euro.
That's pretty steep, just to get a few new warning signs!
Think it´s not worth it...
I bet you can get the same result paying a fraction of that amount by coding, since you already have the DigitalLight equiped.
Think it´s not worth it...
I bet you can get the same result paying a fraction of that amount by coding, since you already have the DigitalLight equiped.
Unfortunately no one is able to code W206 in Denmark, or europe actually. I know that I could wait, but to be honest I would really like it to be an official part of the cars coding - especially if at some point an OTA update could erase whatever coding was not done officially by Mercedes.
The reason for the high cost, are the actual codes from Mercedes. It is not enough for the dealer to just active the two options (39U and 42U), not to the dealers knowledge, as they have already tried this in another C220d - they have to enable and validate the PAX package through Mercedes.
Unfortunately no one is able to code W206 in Denmark, or europe actually. I know that I could wait, but to be honest I would really like it to be an official part of the cars coding - especially if at some point an OTA update could erase whatever coding was not done officially by Mercedes.
The reason for the high cost, are the actual codes from Mercedes. It is not enough for the dealer to just active the two options (39U and 42U), not to the dealers knowledge, as they have already tried this in another C220d - they have to enable and validate the PAX package through Mercedes.
At least in Spain we already have some coding options available. They still have to generate a certificate for every car witch is more expensive.
Here are some of them:
6 blinks with one touch.
Anti theft alarm
Activate Digital Animations 43U
Activate U77 MBUX Interior Assist
Activate AMG dash.
Delete seat belt warnings.
Parking brake: Park to P logo (letters to logo)
Disable pop up banner from rear seat belt unfastened.
AMG MBUX logo during start up.
MBUX AMG Performance menu.
KV to CV.
Remember last lane assist mode.
Remember last engine mode.
Enable lateral self parking
Permanent Augmented Reality.
Augmented Reality with additional information
Turn on headlights when unlocking the car.
ADBlue graphics for diesel engines.
Unlock lane change assist (only 23P)
Activate Distronic pro
You can also have a look at this channel. They do remote coding form Singapore.
At least in Spain we already have some coding options available. They still have to generate a certificate for every car witch is more expensive.
Here are some of them:
A lot of useful options, but a lot of them are already activated in my spec
And I would prefer having a more "Local" coder than Singapore - but there will probably be someone in Denmark at some point
This guy from Italy does everything remotely. You just need to buy a cable to connect a windows laptop to your car.
'https://www.facebook.com/SimoMBcoding
This guy from Italy does everything remotely. You just need to buy a cable to connect a windows laptop to your car.
'https://www.facebook.com/SimoMBcoding
I have already had a talk with Simon, and he is not able to code for the C220d W206 yet...
Posted this in another thread but actually it may be more useful here:I've got the new glc 300 premium x254. It's got code 317 (digital light for left hand drive) as well as :
30U Projection function via headlamps - lines
42U Projection function via headlamps - symbols
43U Projection function via headlamps - animation
At the moment all I get is the dancing lights when I start the vehicle. I thought the projection symbols on the road when I was driving would also be present but it doesn't seem so
Is it the fact that I do not have code PAX?
What does 42u symbols even do then?
No opportunity to buy this in the Mercedes me store. I would assume I already have all the equipment so why cant I purchase this as an addon?
Posted this in another thread but actually it may be more useful here:I've got the new glc 300 premium x254. It's got code 317 (digital light for left hand drive) as well as :
30U Projection function via headlamps - lines
42U Projection function via headlamps - symbols
43U Projection function via headlamps - animation
At the moment all I get is the dancing lights when I start the vehicle. I thought the projection symbols on the road when I was driving would also be present but it doesn't seem so
Is it the fact that I do not have code PAX?
What does 42u symbols even do then?
No opportunity to buy this in the Mercedes me store. I would assume I already have all the equipment so why cant I purchase this as an addon?
The "Digital Lights" are a bit of a mystery, even to the dealers!
I'm in Denmark, and my car only has the 43U (Projection function via headlamps - animation), so no 42U og 30U, and not the full PAX.
I was told by the dealer, that it could be retrofitted with PAX - but I would not get the Warnings, only the option for other welcome animations.
I went ahead and ordered the upgrade, even though it would not give me all features, but to both mine and the dealers surprise, the extra coding to PAX, did nothing in my car - and they are right now in contact with MB technical support to find out why (or rather, why not)
By the way, be sure to purchase the individualization package from the Store, that is what gives you the extra animations (except, it does not work on my car)
The "Digital Lights" are a bit of a mystery, even to the dealers!
I'm in Denmark, and my car only has the 43U (Projection function via headlamps - animation), so no 42U og 30U, and not the full PAX.
I was told by the dealer, that it could be retrofitted with PAX - but I would not get the Warnings, only the option for other welcome animations.
I went ahead and ordered the upgrade, even though it would not give me all features, but to both mine and the dealers surprise, the extra coding to PAX, did nothing in my car - and they are right now in contact with MB technical support to find out why (or rather, why not)
By the way, be sure to purchase the individualization package from the Store, that is what gives you the extra animations (except, it does not work on my car)
Raised a help call with Mercedes me to check
They suggested I have all the features in the car so perhaps it's already active.. However I did mention there are no projection menu options. They have escalated my ticket now.
BTW - the individualisation package is only for the waves or lines when you start the car and its stationary.. Like a welcome animation. It's pretty useless to me. I want the guidelines on the road when I'm driving through traffic works, or the projections on the road when there are pedestrians crossing or for when you're drifting lanes and it shows you an image on the floor.
I wish Mercedes would make these things clearer. Another example is rear axle steering for the glc 2023. Apparently its possible to order on Mercedes me store but I see no option for it. No mention of it in the brochure in uk. In Germany it's bundled with the airmatic suspension. All very confusing.
I have just received a feedback from our Technical Department reporting the following:
Digital Light Projections has not been released yet on the Mercedes me Store. Advise the Customer to check the Store frequently since we are not aware of the release date.
Digital Lights Animations is technically not available for this vehicle. We ncluded both because the names are so similar.
Rear Axle Steering is not available for this vehicle model.
Well that clears absolutely nothing up. What is the difference between projection and animation
These are the information from the Technical Department:
Digital Light Projection:Lines + Symbols + Animation "Digital Rain"; 'The projection function in the headlight is subsequently enabled for compatible vehicles.Safety advantage through projection of symbols on the road. The upgrade can be done via Store when it will be available
Digital Light Projection with animation: It is one additional, brand-world-specific headlight animation when unlocking or locking the vehicle on top to DIGITAL LIGHT Projection with animations. Smart headlights are equipped with the equivalent of a digital projector, which can control how and where the light is thrown. The sensors on the car can determine when and how bright the headlamps should illuminate, preventing drivers from blinding pedestrians or people in other vehicles. The headlamps can also project information onto the road. With this feature additional projections from the category „animations“ are available for the customer: Besides „Digital rain“ which is displayed on welcome (entering the car) and goodbye (leaving the car) two more animations are available: Brand world, where the brand logo (EQ, AMG, MB) is projected or „Custom“ where the customer can choose from several animations in the connect app which are then transferred to the car as animation.
I believe that whenever the package will be available on the Store there will be a PDF with a deeper explanation that you will be able to read before eventually purchasing the package. So far these are the only available information.
All in all, it's just very confusing. There are absolutely no technical reasons why all options wouldn't be available to all customers that have Digital Lights (what they call "Smart Headlight", apparently) equipped...
It's all done with coding, and it is infuriating that I can't even opt in on all Digital Light options in my vehicle, just "because Mercedes says so"!!
PAX is standard with Digital Lights in the US (at least for MY23+)
US have very strict regulations about what animations can be used. I only expect the car to ship with start up animations - everything else would be a bonus.
As I know many fancy light features are disabled due to US safety regulations. This is not for MB only. If those regulations got lifted it can be enabled via OTA update or so.
I wonder also whether the US headlights hardware is the same as the European one.
in US we don’t have that blue accent inside the headlamps, hope it is just aesthetics
My car has welcome animation,
it also projects lane changes, lane drifting, and pinpoints pedestrian at night.
does not project the incoming stop sign triangle or red light and does not project lane thickness in area with road work. I believe the lack of those is due to the fact there isn’t a road signal recognition available in the US other than posted speed limits
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