Eddie Knopp

I had my Comand Navi updated today by the dealer - software only NO hardware change.

You won't believe this - ALL the features "missing" are now there - full Nav (traffic, birds-eye etc), DVD video - not while in motion (audio continues video blank).

They installed the update disc for the Navi and had to version code the Comand unit.

The disc part # is BQ-6-46-0225 NTG 3 Versio

They charged me 199 for the disc and 89 for the install. I also now have the disc.

Also the Disc/Radio button now also toggles to include the MP3s on my SD card - for me that's great. I can go between the music display and the birds-eye with the push of a button

The display is slightly different. guess the new version. There may be more changes need to play.

A question for those with later 08's - does the Navi change routes based on traffic if set for fastest route ?

Chucky300

This will work on my 2007 S550 I presume?

Sunny55

I'm, wondering the same thing. Will it work on the S550?

Diesel Benz

On my Euro navi I have the options for fastest, shortest and dynamic routes. The dynamic option takes into account the traffic data.

Real MB electronics experts have claimed that the early US models don't have the DVD video decoder HW. If the update activates DVD video on the latest US models, would the SW update then be incompatible with the earlier models? Hopefully at least they have a separate SW update for the early cars for the rest of the features if this one isn't compatible.

Eddie Knopp

The cover of the Disc states 2007 S class and 2008 S class - my guess is yes. The disc was ordered with my VIN so I presume there is some compatibility check.

Eddie Knopp

No dynamic option - however it seemed to alter my trip in to work this AM based on traffic - or so I think - it chose a parkway as opposed to a thruway (unlike it's routine - though I've never used it for this route before), I guess time will tell.

Chucky300

Are you going to any of the upcoming meets?

I see you are in westchester.

Diesel Benz

Is it a CD or a DL DVD? I was just wondering if it includes a map update. I've understood some update disks including both the map data and a navi program/comand update.

Eddie Knopp

I know about the CT meet - but I'll be away - are there others ?

Eddie Knopp

I'll have to check to DVD package - I'll let you know.

Chucky300

Yes. One other - Aug 19 i believe....

Rick (Rbrenton) is organizing... Its supposed to be really great!!!

I have the details on my other computer - ill get it for ya.

B

norb

On my parents S63 there is an option for routing speed.

Eddie Knopp

It's labeled Navigation DVD for COMAND
MY07-08 S-Class
MY07-08 CL-Class

DVD ROM Digital road map for US and Canada

srice

Geeeezz! You have to wonder about MB. My dealer contacted MB and was told (he read me the e-mail) that there would be no update available for the "early '08" cars.

Eddie: Thank you for the info! I will go back to my dealer, with your information, and push at them to get the update.

Eddie Knopp

Steve - see PM

zteb

Eddie,

can you post a copy of your service ticket so i can give it to my Dealer's shop forman. He wants to see the MB service line codes so he can upgrade mine. Or please provide a contact at your dealership.

They ordered the dvd for mine but it did not upgrade.

Regards,

Shane

jb55

The service dpt also tried tried to update with the new disc today but the command unit would not take it. Thanks for your help.

Eddie Knopp

They had said they also version coded my COMAND - don't quite know what that meant.

zteb

My care is done with the correct updates.

Your service department will need the new Telemetrics (Telematrics??) DVD to upgrade the core commande software to the unit. Once they do that you are good. THIS WILL UPGRADE ANY PREVIOUS COMMAND UNIT TO THE NEW SETTINGS. So if you have a '07 550 you can get it upgraded as well.

srice

I had mine updated this afternoon. VERY cool!

A few years ago, I had a 2002 Infiniti (now my son's car), which has "birds-eye view" navigation. Quite frankly, I think this is the best orientation for all navigation. I'm glad MB finally adopted it. I'm just surprised it took them so long.

While I seriously doubt I will ever watch a DVD in the car, I will certainly use the traffic information feature.

Kudos to MB for making the update available!

ZippyD

Had the S65 done as well today. I must have seen you pull up with your S63 because I was at Beshoff at 1:00 pm to get my done with kids in tow. Got out of there at ~ 2:30 today.

So quick question...tried the DVD and it says "Video fades while car is in motion" and a box with and X in it

I tried it with my car in the garage engine not running and engine running. Heard audio but no Video. It was the Monster Inc. DVD... my 7 year old's fav. I looked like a dummy since it didn't show him the Video. Am I doing something wrong?

ItalianStallion

Eddie, do you have Jersey plates? I was behind an S63 2 days ago on i287, same color as yours.

I also saw a silver S63 in New Rochelle.

jbondox

^^^ut oh... stalker.... Just kidding, nice info though!

Eddie Knopp

No Jersey plates - NY. New Rochelle could have been me - when and where did you see it ?

If it was me must have been tough to keep up and catch a glimpse

ItalianStallion

When it comes to fast cars, I got nothing to prove

And it was an area where you wouldn't want to be speeding. It was last week, I think monday between 10-3, I saw the silver S63 rolling on Main St past the Thruway Diner and the Home Depot. It looked beautiful.