State-Of-The-Art Voice Control
Mercedes-Benz has introduced a state-of-the-art voice control system in its infotainment system called MBUX. The system is activated by saying “Hey Mercedes” or pressing the MBUX button on the steering wheel. The system is designed to understand natural language commands and can perform various tasks, such as turning on the heating or adjusting the temperature. The voice control system is integrated with the MBUX voice assistant, which can answer queries related to the infotainment system. The system is available in various Mercedes-Benz models, including the A-Class, CLA, and GLA. The voice control system is designed to ensure privacy and is engineered to work with smartphones, navigation systems, touchpads, USBs, and memory cards.
Which Voice Commands Are Possible?
Here are some of the voice commands that can be used with the Mercedes-Benz voice control system:
Navigate me to:
- Users can say “Navigate me home” to get directions to their home address.
- They can also say “Navigate me to the nearest gas station” or “Navigate me to the nearest ATM” to get directions to the nearest gas station or ATM.
Calls:
- Users can make a call by saying “Call ‘Person X'”.
Climate Commands:
- Users can activate the seat heating/seat climate control by saying “Activate the seat heating/seat climate control”.
- They can set the air conditioner to a specific temperature by saying “Set the air conditioner to (x) degrees”.
- Users can turn the fan up a notch by saying “Turn the fan up a notch”.
Ambient lighting:
- Users can set the ambient light to a specific color by saying “Set the ambient light to blue”.
Media commands:
- Users can change the radio station to a specific station by saying “Change the radio station to (x)”.
- They can play the next song by saying “Play the next song”.
- Users can decrease or increase the volume by saying “Decrease the volume” or “Increase the volume”.
Driver assistance commands:
- Users can view the driving assistance setting by saying “Show me the driving assistance setting”.
Ask your car:
- Users can ask about the weather by saying “What will the weather be like tomorrow in (x)?”.
- They can ask about the motor data by saying “Show me the motor data”.
- Users can ask when their next service appointment is by saying “When is my next service appointment?”.
- They can ask about the current consumption by saying “What is the current consumption?”.
- Users can play a game with their car by saying “Play a game with me”.
Funny questions are also possible:
- Users can ask their car how an elephant does or who its father is.
- They can ask about the meaning of life or what the car thinks of BMW or Audi.
- Users can even ask their car to rap or give its best impression of a chicken.
In addition to these commands, users can also ask their car for restaurant suggestions, read and dictate text messages, control calls, request music, and more. The voice control system can also provide information on temperature, navigation, climate control, seat heating, ambient lighting, next track, address book, route guidance, telephone, joke, vehicle voice commands, massage, service appointment, POIs, text messages, nearest restaurant, nearest gas station, POI symbols, and station list.
It is worth noting that if users press and hold the voice command button on their steering wheel, the assistant on their phone will be activated when their phone is connected to the car. This means they can command their car without Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, enabling a lot of functionality in case they don’t have those things.
Mercedes-Benz also provides a full list of voice commands for general commands, telephone commands, and navigation commands. Users can use these commands to operate the voice control system and perform various tasks, such as saving names and numbers, dialing numbers, reading out phone books and messages, setting intermediate destinations, and more.
Overall, the Mercedes-Benz voice control system offers a wide range of voice commands and features that can make driving more convenient and enjoyable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What voice commands are available for controlling the climate system in a Mercedes?
Mercedes vehicles equipped with the MBUX system have a variety of voice commands available for controlling the climate system. Drivers can use voice commands to adjust the temperature, turn on or off the air conditioning, and even adjust the fan speed. For example, drivers can say “Hey Mercedes, increase the temperature to 72 degrees” or “Hey Mercedes, turn on the air conditioning.”
How can I use voice commands to navigate the MBUX system?
Voice commands can be used to navigate the MBUX system in a variety of ways. Drivers can use voice commands to access different menus, change settings, and even make phone calls. For example, drivers can say “Hey Mercedes, navigate to the nearest gas station” or “Hey Mercedes, call John Smith.”
What are the steps to enable the voice assistant feature in a Mercedes vehicle?
To enable the voice assistant feature in a Mercedes vehicle, drivers must first ensure that the vehicle is equipped with the MBUX system. Once the system is in place, drivers can activate the voice assistant feature by pressing the voice control button on the steering wheel. From there, drivers can use a variety of voice commands to control various aspects of the vehicle.
Which voice commands can I use to enhance my driving experience with Mercedes?
Mercedes vehicles offer a variety of voice commands to enhance the driving experience. Drivers can use voice commands to adjust the climate system, change the radio station, or even open and close the sunroof. For example, drivers can say “Hey Mercedes, play the next song” or “Hey Mercedes, open the sunroof.”
How do I troubleshoot issues with voice command recognition in my Mercedes?
If you are experiencing issues with voice command recognition in your Mercedes, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take. First, ensure that the microphone is not blocked or obstructed. Additionally, make sure that you are speaking clearly and that there is no background noise interfering with the system. If issues persist, contact your local Mercedes dealership for further assistance.
Are there any hidden or less-known voice commands for Mercedes vehicles?
Mercedes vehicles offer a wide range of voice commands, some of which may be less well-known than others. For example, drivers can use voice commands to adjust the ambient lighting or even change the vehicle’s driving mode. To explore all of the available voice commands, consult the vehicle’s user manual or contact your local Mercedes dealership for further assistance.