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SoundGate will begin shipment June 24th, 2004 of what it says is the industry’s first fiber optic interfaces. Two models will be shipping – the first, part #KNMB1 allows integration of a Kenwood CD Changer to the Mercedes D2B fiber optic bus. The second interface, part #AUXMB1 allows ANY auxiliary audio source to be input directly into the fiber optic system of the Mercedes - no more FM modulators.

Both of these interfaces include all fiber optic cabling and power cables, and have been validated for use with 1999 thru 2004 Mercedes D2B fiber optic radios, Navigation units included. It is important to note that these interfaces do not work with the MOST fiber optic systems present in the 2003 and newer E-Class and 2004 and newer S-Class.

The Soundgate AUXMB1 is the industry’s first fiber optic Auxiliary input converter that will allow ANY auxiliary audio source such as an iPod, MP3 player, DVD or Satellite radio, to be input directly into the fiber optic system of the Mercedes - no more FM modulators! Includes all fiber optic cabling and power cables necessary for a complete and clean installation.

The AUXMB1 is compatible with 1999 thru 2004 Mercedes "D2B" fiber optic radios, including those with navigation. Can NOT be used when a factory CD changer is installed, as this device connects to the same CD changer connections in the vehicle.

Important Application Note: The AUXMB1 is NOT compatible with the "MOST" fiber optic systems present in the 2003 and newer E-Class and 2004 and newer S-Class Mercedes Benz.

Availability: Usually ships the same business day.

Soundgate AUXMB1 1999-2004 Mercedes Benz Auxiliary Input Converter (Now In-Stock)

AUXMB1 Retail Price: $399.95 LOGJAM Price: $259.95

http://shop.store.yahoo.com/logjam/soundauxmb1.html

ToonArmy

The description of this doesn't say anything about being able to control the auxiliary device via the steering wheel controls, though.

If all it does is allow audio input, then it doesn't seem to provide any additional benefits over what a simple $6 cable to the aux input in the glovebox would. Am I missing something?

r207

ok so if this allows me to use the ipodlike the changer then ill pay $250 for the unit,......you could buy a changer on ebay for the price they are asking for an adaptor

Barry45RPM

PRODUCT NOTICE (07/20/04 - 3:30pm): Soundgate announced today that shipment of more inventory on the AUXMB1 has been temporarily suspended pending availablity of the propritary Mercesdes Benz connector needed in the production of the Soundgate device. More information will be posted...

r207

my question has yet to be answered,

can i use my steering with an ipod using this device

Wolfman

Exactly, without it who needs it...

Unless you don't have an AUX input, but then there are cheaper adapters for that...

Wolfman

r207

the AUX is like 30 euro or somehting like that.....why the heck would you pay over $300 to do the same thing....and if a soundgate rep come on her to tell me its got better soudn quality then i will be happy to argue not

on the other hand i am first in line if this allows me to use my ipod with the sterring controls and the screen on my command


thanks for listening

miroj

If you have a comand then this isnt much of an improvement.

PaCMaYNE

yes us 99-00 owners do not,,

therfore fm mod is the only logical answer 8-(

miroj

If you dont have fibre optic then why not just use the CD stacker audio inputs.

Daptin

Hello, I have been trying to connect my iPod to my Bose system (CD changer missing) and found FM modulators disappointing. The Griffin iTrip looks (but does not sound) good... I have an E320 2001. I know for a fact that there is no mistery connection in my glove box compartment and suspect this is an elaborate hoax. Some of you will have experimented with the (expensive) Auxiliary Input Converters made by BLITZSAFE and SOUNDGATE. Would you care to share your experience? Any recommendation for my particular case? Any affordable solution? Thanks in advance, Chris in Miami.

scorchie

You (and even 1999-2000 owners) could save a lot of grief by getting a COMAND, or just a Becker radio with auxiliary input or MP3 support.

-s-

Daptin

Hello Scorchie, your advice is as tantalizing as laconic... Could you expand? Yes, I want to save as much grief as possible. So far, I reached the conclusion that Soundgate or Blitzsafe's auxiliary input converters might do the trick. Would it be cheaper to get a COMAND or a Becker radio? Where? At eBay? Best, Chris

isamu

So what's the deal? If I simply want an aux input on my '01 Merc E-430, what are my cheapest options if I go to get it done at a shop? Can I buy a COMMAND radio and swap it out replacing my MOST radio?

my06clk

1st thing is your radio is not MOST by a long shot. It's D2B.

2= Secondly, why did you open up a 3 year old post with this question?

isamu

Thanks, but how do you know this for sure?

raymond g-

unless you had your car retrofitted for MOST, it wasn't made for your year...
not for another couple of yrs.