V60 phone options?
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V60 phone options?
I know this topic has been addressed numerous times and I've searched the forum for answers, but here's my situation:
- Just got an '04 CLK 320 with the built-in V60 phone.
- I currently have GSM cell service with AT&T (Cingular) and wanted to active the V60 with my present cell account (deactivative my current Siemens phone)
- HOWEVER, AT&T/Cingular has informed me they no longer start new service for CDMA phones.
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
Ok, I don't want more than one cellular account so it's gonna cost me $175 to terminate my service with AT&T and go elsewhere (I'm stuck in a 2 year agreement).
So what are my options? Do I:
a) Cancel my GSM phone with AT&T and activate the V60 with another carrier? OR
b) Is there readily available, easy way to utilize a different phone (a model AT&T/Cingular supports) in my CLK?
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
- Just got an '04 CLK 320 with the built-in V60 phone.
- I currently have GSM cell service with AT&T (Cingular) and wanted to active the V60 with my present cell account (deactivative my current Siemens phone)
- HOWEVER, AT&T/Cingular has informed me they no longer start new service for CDMA phones.
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
Ok, I don't want more than one cellular account so it's gonna cost me $175 to terminate my service with AT&T and go elsewhere (I'm stuck in a 2 year agreement).
So what are my options? Do I:
a) Cancel my GSM phone with AT&T and activate the V60 with another carrier? OR
b) Is there readily available, easy way to utilize a different phone (a model AT&T/Cingular supports) in my CLK?
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by jawsplace
I know this topic has been addressed numerous times and I've searched the forum for answers, but here's my situation:
- Just got an '04 CLK 320 with the built-in V60 phone.
- I currently have GSM cell service with AT&T (Cingular) and wanted to active the V60 with my present cell account (deactivative my current Siemens phone)
- HOWEVER, AT&T/Cingular has informed me they no longer start new service for CDMA phones.
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
Ok, I don't want more than one cellular account so it's gonna cost me $175 to terminate my service with AT&T and go elsewhere (I'm stuck in a 2 year agreement).
So what are my options? Do I:
a) Cancel my GSM phone with AT&T and activate the V60 with another carrier? OR
b) Is there readily available, easy way to utilize a different phone (a model AT&T/Cingular supports) in my CLK?
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
- Just got an '04 CLK 320 with the built-in V60 phone.
- I currently have GSM cell service with AT&T (Cingular) and wanted to active the V60 with my present cell account (deactivative my current Siemens phone)
- HOWEVER, AT&T/Cingular has informed me they no longer start new service for CDMA phones.
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
Ok, I don't want more than one cellular account so it's gonna cost me $175 to terminate my service with AT&T and go elsewhere (I'm stuck in a 2 year agreement).
So what are my options? Do I:
a) Cancel my GSM phone with AT&T and activate the V60 with another carrier? OR
b) Is there readily available, easy way to utilize a different phone (a model AT&T/Cingular supports) in my CLK?
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
What type of a V60 phone do you have?
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Originally Posted by jawsplace
- HOWEVER, AT&T/Cingular has informed me they no longer start new service for CDMA phones.
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
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I urge you and everyone who reads this post to write a letter to MBUSA and complain that they are not supporting upgraded handsets for older systems. There is no reason why you should not be able to buy a newer Motorola phone and cradle that will work with your system. The life cycle of a cellphone is far shorter than that of a Mercedes. MBUSA should have thought of this when they designed the system. Send the letter to:
Paul Juron
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
3 Paragon Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645
If enough people complain they will address the issue. At the moment they are being very arrogant about the situation. However, customer satisfaction is a top priority and if they see enough letters they will do something about it.
Paul Juron
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
3 Paragon Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645
If enough people complain they will address the issue. At the moment they are being very arrogant about the situation. However, customer satisfaction is a top priority and if they see enough letters they will do something about it.
Last edited by NJS430; Jan 13, 2005 at 02:44 PM.
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Originally Posted by NJS430
I urge you and everyone who reads this post to write a letter to MBUSA and complain that they are not supporting upgraded handsets for older systems. There is no reason why you should not be able to buy a newer Motorola phone and cradle that will work with your system. The life cycle of a cellphone is far shorter than that of a Mercedes. MBUSA should have thought of this when they designed the system. Send the letter to:
Paul Juron
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
3 Paragon Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645
If enough people complain they will address the issue. At the moment they are being very arrogant about the situation. However, customer satisfaction is a top priority and if they see enough letters they will do something about it.
Paul Juron
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
3 Paragon Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645
If enough people complain they will address the issue. At the moment they are being very arrogant about the situation. However, customer satisfaction is a top priority and if they see enough letters they will do something about it.
Would you pay a lot of money for a new phone system for your older car? Because if Mercedes did develop such a solution, it would be very expensive. (We already have a solution and it's cheaper in most cases.)
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Originally Posted by jawsplace
I know this topic has been addressed numerous times and I've searched the forum for answers, but here's my situation:
- Just got an '04 CLK 320 with the built-in V60 phone.
- I currently have GSM cell service with AT&T (Cingular) and wanted to active the V60 with my present cell account (deactivative my current Siemens phone)
- HOWEVER, AT&T/Cingular has informed me they no longer start new service for CDMA phones.
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
Ok, I don't want more than one cellular account so it's gonna cost me $175 to terminate my service with AT&T and go elsewhere (I'm stuck in a 2 year agreement).
So what are my options? Do I:
a) Cancel my GSM phone with AT&T and activate the V60 with another carrier? OR
b) Is there readily available, easy way to utilize a different phone (a model AT&T/Cingular supports) in my CLK?
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
- Just got an '04 CLK 320 with the built-in V60 phone.
- I currently have GSM cell service with AT&T (Cingular) and wanted to active the V60 with my present cell account (deactivative my current Siemens phone)
- HOWEVER, AT&T/Cingular has informed me they no longer start new service for CDMA phones.
- They said I'd have to go to another carrier (Sprint, Verizon, etc.)
Ok, I don't want more than one cellular account so it's gonna cost me $175 to terminate my service with AT&T and go elsewhere (I'm stuck in a 2 year agreement).
So what are my options? Do I:
a) Cancel my GSM phone with AT&T and activate the V60 with another carrier? OR
b) Is there readily available, easy way to utilize a different phone (a model AT&T/Cingular supports) in my CLK?
Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
I answered in the CLK section but you can take it up here or e-mail.
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There is no good solution at this time.
I don't believe that you have a solution that works with CP-HIGH (2004 MOST) that retains TELE-AID functionality. But if you do, please let me know. Another item that would also have to be considered is how installing your kit would effect the warranty -- not only for the telephone, but for problems that may occur with any electronic device on the network.
For 2004 most based vehicles, all we really need is a cradle and a handset - the PSE is already built into the car. I can't understand why Mercedes has chosen not to offer GSM handset for any car prior to 2005. Also, not offering upgraded handsets makes it far less likely that people will purchase the integrated phone option for previously owned vehicles. They really need to look at this from more of a reputation vs. profit standpoint. I think this will have a much greater effect than they realize. I know I have gone from being an enthusiast to a very bitter customer.
For 2004 most based vehicles, all we really need is a cradle and a handset - the PSE is already built into the car. I can't understand why Mercedes has chosen not to offer GSM handset for any car prior to 2005. Also, not offering upgraded handsets makes it far less likely that people will purchase the integrated phone option for previously owned vehicles. They really need to look at this from more of a reputation vs. profit standpoint. I think this will have a much greater effect than they realize. I know I have gone from being an enthusiast to a very bitter customer.
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Originally Posted by scorchie
I think the situation has been addressed with the new phone system. They are still very expensive, but you now have the opportunity to upgrade.
Would you pay a lot of money for a new phone system for your older car? Because if Mercedes did develop such a solution, it would be very expensive. (We already have a solution and it's cheaper in most cases.)
-s-
Would you pay a lot of money for a new phone system for your older car? Because if Mercedes did develop such a solution, it would be very expensive. (We already have a solution and it's cheaper in most cases.)
-s-
