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Old 06-23-2017, 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by South Ocean1
For those who have performed the Nav update, I couldn't tell from the prior posts whether there are any changes to the interface beyond more current maps. In other words, does anything look different (i.e., better) after the update? I am guessing that the interface does not change with the update but am curious to hear.

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Looks aside, it does also update the gracenote database so you may notice that it recognizes more recent song names and has more album artwork (if comand shows that). And if you use POI's a lot you are getting a more up to date list.

Probably not worth it for the maps alone.
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The interface did not really change. If you ever use the 3D map view option it seems to have a better look but the normal street view is pretty much the same.
How do you select 3D Map?
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How do you select 3D Map?
Page 88 Command supplement book.

Using Command controller........NAVI > MODE > 3D
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How do you select 3D Map?
Click on Nav(on the top bar)> click on nap settings> scroll to see City Data or 3D view> check the box and enjoy


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OK........Have North America navigation command update 2017 V17.0 installed .
It works for E Class (MY10 - 11)

If interested ...PM me.
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I am curious, for anyone that has upgraded, does it now show the speed limits along your route?
I know the new Distronic systems can actually read the speed limit signs.
To my knowledge, the older (2014 factory maps) nav versions didnt show that data, built in?
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In this smartphone gen, with unlimited data(few networks), live traffic and auto-rerouting(Google Maps, to my knowledge) - when connected to internet or offline data storage capabilities; It is not worth the shelling out 250$ to MB. IMHO.
It is if you can't get your wife to use Waze!
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It is if you can't get your wife to use Waze!
Amen......ergo I just upgraded the 2011 E350 and now have the discs available if anyone is interested....PM me
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How do I find out what version my nav is? I have a 2010.
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Originally Posted by wrinkles88
How do I find out what version my nav is? I have a 2010.
On my 2011 E350 :
with command controller...select NAVI > scroll down to map version . > click on that

Also on pg 89 of COMMAND SUPPLEMENT BOOK
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I recently purchased a CPO '14 E350 4Matic also with the '14 programming. Within a week of purchase I requested that the dealer update the programming to the most recent version. They looked at me as if I was nuts and said that no update was necessary. What "valid" reason can I give that will "force" them to update as part of extended warranty program
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I recently purchased a CPO '14 E350 4Matic also with the '14 programming. Within a week of purchase I requested that the dealer update the programming to the most recent version. They looked at me as if I was nuts and said that no update was necessary. What "valid" reason can I give that will "force" them to update as part of extended warranty program
what do you mean by programming?
COMAND or NAV.

NAV, you don't need to force them, pick a brand new road, which was constructed less than an year ago and tell them, it is not showing up in the maps and that is part of you weekly route.

COMAND upgrade, simply say, sometimes the mercedes logo stays on the start of the screen and freezes.
Either you need to restart the radio(hold the power button for 10 seconds) or restart the car, which is a pain, sometimes.
They'll upgrade the COMAND f/w.
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OK....just installed the Navigation Update Command 2017. Took longer than normal...over 2 hours but all seems well. I am NOT a fan of MB navigation update program but find that once loaded it is convenient to use in the car.

Note that I did NOT have to enter an activation key or password to load so it looks like it can be used in another E Class (MY 10-11). PM me if you have an interest in the update.
No longer have a need for the update discs....if interested PM me
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No longer have a need for the update discs....if interested PM me
I have 2014, with a 6-disc changer, will this process work by any chance or only for 2012 or before, cars?
Are you selling the discs or pay it forward?
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by raja777m
I have 2014, with a 6-disc changer, will this process work by any chance or only for 2012 or before, cars?
Are you selling the discs or pay it forward?
Thanks.
Discs are for E Class MY 10-11. I believe updates after that require activation code /License key or password. So I don't think they would work for you.
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Originally Posted by lakepop
Discs are for E Class MY 10-11. I believe updates after that require activation code /License key or password. So I don't think they would work for you.
got it, thanks for the update.
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Originally Posted by raja777m
what do you mean by programming?
COMAND or NAV.

NAV, you don't need to force them, pick a brand new road, which was constructed less than an year ago and tell them, it is not showing up in the maps and that is part of you weekly route.

COMAND upgrade, simply say, sometimes the mercedes logo stays on the start of the screen and freezes.
Either you need to restart the radio(hold the power button for 10 seconds) or restart the car, which is a pain, sometimes.
They'll upgrade the COMAND f/w.

It's COMMAND upgrade. IMHO there are changes to the code from v14 to v17 and the geek in me wants it.


Thanks for the feedback
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Originally Posted by raja777m
what do you mean by programming?
COMAND or NAV.

NAV, you don't need to force them, pick a brand new road, which was constructed less than an year ago and tell them, it is not showing up in the maps and that is part of you weekly route.

COMAND upgrade, simply say, sometimes the mercedes logo stays on the start of the screen and freezes.
Either you need to restart the radio(hold the power button for 10 seconds) or restart the car, which is a pain, sometimes.
They'll upgrade the COMAND f/w.
Yup, you've got to present an 'issue' that only the comand upgrade can solve. You could also say you are getting bluetooth connection drops on a regular basis. Bonus points if you know what was fixed with each firmware update as they would like find the firmware update as a fix to the problem if they look it up. Not sure where to get that information though.
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Originally Posted by thefisch
Yup, you've got to present an 'issue' that only the comand upgrade can solve. You could also say you are getting bluetooth connection drops on a regular basis. Bonus points if you know what was fixed with each firmware update as they would like find the firmware update as a fix to the problem if they look it up. Not sure where to get that information though.

BTW, they rejected me twice, about bluetooth streaming skipping problem.

we were unable to duplicate the skipping with any of our phones.
They used
Two android phones and one iPhone.

I even showed him the video.
I have a dashcam and will update videos as many as possible.

They say the firmware is up to date and can't help me anymore.
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I've a 2011 E550 Cab - looking for a map update it's still running the original version - wondering if you know what the latest version this system can accept and where is the best source... are you downloading via DVD or SD card / USB etc... so I know what I'm looking for - I can't imagine that my only option is the $ 399 the local dealer wants for the update...
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I've a 2011 E550 Cab - looking for a map update it's still running the original version - wondering if you know what the latest version this system can accept and where is the best source... are you downloading via DVD or SD card / USB etc... so I know what I'm looking for - I can't imagine that my only option is the $ 399 the local dealer wants for the update...
What's the exact build date of the car? I think sometime in 2011 they updated the Comand, it's possible that yours is an older version and you can just buy an update DVD on eBay. After a certain point, they required a pin code to load the update. Before that, you could just load the update on your car and just resell the update which is what you end up finding on eBay.
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Yeah if you have NTG 4.0 then you can buy that DVD to update it yourself. The NTG4 has the larger PCMCIA card slot below the ON button. The NTG4.5 has the smaller SD card slot below the ON button (but off centered to the left).
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Hi i would like to update my maps

Originally Posted by lakepop
OK....just installed the Navigation Update Command 2017. Took longer than normal...over 2 hours but all seems well. I am NOT a fan of MB navigation update program but find that once loaded it is convenient to use in the car.

Note that I did NOT have to enter an activation key or password to load so it looks like it can be used in another E Class (MY 10-11). PM me if you have an interest in the update.
Hi were csn have the update i have a 20011 w212 wagon thx

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