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Old 09-14-2012, 12:02 PM
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iPhone 5 and iPod Media Interface

I have a 2011 E-class. Does anyone know if the iPod interface is digital or analog? The new iPhone only puts out a digital signal and I am hoping that I can still control my iPhone's music through the Command screen on the dash.
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If you use the Lightning to 30-pin dock adapter for the iPhone 5, you will have analog music output. http://www.tuaw.com/2012/09/13/light...-ipod-out-doe/

Since I don't have an iPhone 5 or the adapter, I don't know if there are limitations on the amount of control you will have.
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If you use the Lightning to 30-pin dock adapter for the iPhone 5, you will have analog music output. http://www.tuaw.com/2012/09/13/light...-ipod-out-doe/

Since I don't have an iPhone 5 or the adapter, I don't know if there are limitations on the amount of control you will have.
According to Apple and (BMW) you won't have controls anymore, just ability to play music. The link goes into some depth as to what does/doesn't works.

I asked this question a few days ago, it seems the realization is any car with a iPod kit will only be able to play music and no controls even with the adapter. Not an iHappy conclusion, I wonder how long before new iPod in-car kits will be available for upcoming cars?

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