Using the MBUX Interior Assistant
The MBUX Interior Assistant is equipped with front and rear cameras. Alternatively, a configuration with front camera only is also available.
The MBUX Interior Assistant records the vehicle occupants via 3D laser cameras. The cameras of the front camera are located in the overhead control panel. The cameras of the rear camera are located in the roof bows.
The Assistant detects interactions of the vehicle occupants via the cameras. It interprets the natural hand, head and body movements of the vehicle occupants either in context or at their explicit request. The Assistant can thus automatically trigger vehicle interior functions and assist appropriately to the situation.
The Assistant supports vehicle and infotainment functions at three interaction levels:
INTELLIGENT
The Assistant recognises vehicle occupants and objects automatically and activates functions.
REACTIVE
The Assistant recognises the natural body language of a vehicle occupant and carries out functions automatically, appropriate to the situation.
CONTACTLESS
The vehicle occupant actively requests a function using a hand movement or pose.
The Assistant offers functions for the following:
SAFETY
The Assistant supports vehicle occupants with the use of restraint systems.
COMFORT
The Assistant enhances comfort by automating functions inside the vehicle and supporting natural interaction with the vehicle.
INFOTAINMENT
Operating options or information are highlighted and/or shown on the central display as your hand approaches. The vehicle occupants can carry out a favourite function with a hand pose.
One application example is switching the reading light on or off.
Carrying out operation of the reading light for the driver and front passenger
Carrying out operation of the reading light for rear occupants
Move your hand up and down vertically either under the inside rearview mirror or in front of the reading lamp in the rear passenger compartment.