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Ipod For C Class
Hello , I know this topic was probally talked about but i was wondering anymore news on the Ipod for the C class? I went to www.mbusa.com/ipod , It still sais coming to a dealer near you. But if i remember right a month or so ago it said hitting dealers in April. Anyone have a solid anser on the release date?
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My dealer told me sometime the 2nd week of April and told me to call back to schedule an exact appointment date.
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i was told by two different dealers in the NYC area "this spring", and they'd call me. well, it's well into spring, no calls. i'm dying for this thing already
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Originally Posted by scorchie
Can you tell me more about this iPod integration?
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what else do you want to know? www.mbusa.com/ipod
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What is the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz is an integrated system solution that provides connectivity between a customer's iPod device and the electronics and audio systems of the Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The solution offers the ability to connect and stow the iPod device with a specially designed interface in the glovebox that charges the iPod device while allowing the driver to manipulate iPod menus and device functions via the steering wheel multifunction thumb buttons. Also, the driver can conveniently reference iPod menu, playlist, or artist/title information on the multifunction display on the dashboard.
iPod Integration Kits for Mercedes-Benz are compatible with iPod, iPod photo, and iPod mini, for select 2005 and later Mercedes-Benz vehicles. iPod with dock connection is required. iPod devices sold separately.
What is included with the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz?
The Kit includes a unique physical interface for the glovebox, as well as all software to support vehicle system integration and interface functionality. The iPod device is sold separately, and is not included with the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz.
Can the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz be used with other MP3 or other audio devices?
The iPod Integration Kit is engineered with specific software that interprets the data from the Apple iPod device. Other MP3 players or other audio devices will not be compatible with this solution.
With which iPod devices will the solution be compatible?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz is compatible with any iPod device equipped with a dock interface and the latest iPod firmware installed. This includes iPod, iPod Mini, and iPod Photo.
For which vehicles is the solution available?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz will initially be available for the newly redesigned 2006 M-Class SUV. Market availability for additional Model Year 2005 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz vehicles will also follow: C-Class, CLK-Class, E-Class, SLK-Class (vehicles equipped with COMAND system only), R-Class, CLS-Class.
Where is the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz available for installation?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz will be available as dealer-installation or VPC-installation.
What is the price of the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz?
MSRP for the dealer-installed solution begins at $299 plus installation.
How long does dealership installation take?
Dealership installation times vary by model. MBUSA suggests installations will range between 1 to 3 hours.
Is the solution covered under warranty?
If installed at the time of initial vehicle delivery, the iPod Integration Kit is covered under the standard term of the MBUSA New Vehicle Limited Warranty (4 years/50,000 miles). If installed after initial vehicle delivery, the iPod Integration Kit is covered for the remainder of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or one year, whichever is greater.
How is the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz different from aftermarket solutions?
The Mercedes-Benz solution is specifically engineered for Mercedes-Benz vehicle systems. This solution provides increased functionality over aftermarket solutions, such as device function manipulation via the multifunction steering wheel controls, and view of the iPod device data on the multifunction display. Because the Mercedes-Benz vehicle systems do not recognize the iPod device as a CD changer component, as in most aftermarket solutions, customers can still use both the CD changer and the iPod device, without sacrificing one for the other. Also, unlike aftermarket solutions, the Mercedes-Benz Kit is covered under warranty.
How is the Mercedes-Benz solution different from solutions offered by other vehicle manufacturers?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz offers increased functionality. For instance, the Mercedes-Benz solution will allow the driver to play and view any playlist that has been created — without having to make a special new playlist for the vehicle solution, as in other manufacturer's solutions. Also, song title information can be viewed in the dashboard multifunction display, allowing the driver to "See What You're Hearing."
If the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz is installed, will other devices such as the CD changer be nullified?
No. Because this solution recognizes the iPod device as a unique input, other audio inputs such as CD changers, can still be utilized.
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The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz is an integrated system solution that provides connectivity between a customer's iPod device and the electronics and audio systems of the Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The solution offers the ability to connect and stow the iPod device with a specially designed interface in the glovebox that charges the iPod device while allowing the driver to manipulate iPod menus and device functions via the steering wheel multifunction thumb buttons. Also, the driver can conveniently reference iPod menu, playlist, or artist/title information on the multifunction display on the dashboard.
iPod Integration Kits for Mercedes-Benz are compatible with iPod, iPod photo, and iPod mini, for select 2005 and later Mercedes-Benz vehicles. iPod with dock connection is required. iPod devices sold separately.
What is included with the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz?
The Kit includes a unique physical interface for the glovebox, as well as all software to support vehicle system integration and interface functionality. The iPod device is sold separately, and is not included with the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz.
Can the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz be used with other MP3 or other audio devices?
The iPod Integration Kit is engineered with specific software that interprets the data from the Apple iPod device. Other MP3 players or other audio devices will not be compatible with this solution.
With which iPod devices will the solution be compatible?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz is compatible with any iPod device equipped with a dock interface and the latest iPod firmware installed. This includes iPod, iPod Mini, and iPod Photo.
For which vehicles is the solution available?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz will initially be available for the newly redesigned 2006 M-Class SUV. Market availability for additional Model Year 2005 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz vehicles will also follow: C-Class, CLK-Class, E-Class, SLK-Class (vehicles equipped with COMAND system only), R-Class, CLS-Class.
Where is the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz available for installation?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz will be available as dealer-installation or VPC-installation.
What is the price of the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz?
MSRP for the dealer-installed solution begins at $299 plus installation.
How long does dealership installation take?
Dealership installation times vary by model. MBUSA suggests installations will range between 1 to 3 hours.
Is the solution covered under warranty?
If installed at the time of initial vehicle delivery, the iPod Integration Kit is covered under the standard term of the MBUSA New Vehicle Limited Warranty (4 years/50,000 miles). If installed after initial vehicle delivery, the iPod Integration Kit is covered for the remainder of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or one year, whichever is greater.
How is the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz different from aftermarket solutions?
The Mercedes-Benz solution is specifically engineered for Mercedes-Benz vehicle systems. This solution provides increased functionality over aftermarket solutions, such as device function manipulation via the multifunction steering wheel controls, and view of the iPod device data on the multifunction display. Because the Mercedes-Benz vehicle systems do not recognize the iPod device as a CD changer component, as in most aftermarket solutions, customers can still use both the CD changer and the iPod device, without sacrificing one for the other. Also, unlike aftermarket solutions, the Mercedes-Benz Kit is covered under warranty.
How is the Mercedes-Benz solution different from solutions offered by other vehicle manufacturers?
The iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz offers increased functionality. For instance, the Mercedes-Benz solution will allow the driver to play and view any playlist that has been created — without having to make a special new playlist for the vehicle solution, as in other manufacturer's solutions. Also, song title information can be viewed in the dashboard multifunction display, allowing the driver to "See What You're Hearing."
If the iPod Integration Kit for Mercedes-Benz is installed, will other devices such as the CD changer be nullified?
No. Because this solution recognizes the iPod device as a unique input, other audio inputs such as CD changers, can still be utilized.
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I really dont think that saved him any trouble! He still has to read it, he just doesnt have to click on a link to see it!
Basically it hooks up to your car and you have full control over the iPod with the MFD displaying song info and the like... But now its saying for C-classes with COMAND only which it didnt originally say... HMMMM? I wonder how true that is...
Basically it hooks up to your car and you have full control over the iPod with the MFD displaying song info and the like... But now its saying for C-classes with COMAND only which it didnt originally say... HMMMM? I wonder how true that is...
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Originally Posted by Capt Nemo o2
I really dont think that saved him any trouble! He still has to read it, he just doesnt have to click on a link to see it!
Basically it hooks up to your car and you have full control over the iPod with the MFD displaying song info and the like... But now its saying for C-classes with COMAND only which it didnt originally say... HMMMM? I wonder how true that is...
Basically it hooks up to your car and you have full control over the iPod with the MFD displaying song info and the like... But now its saying for C-classes with COMAND only which it didnt originally say... HMMMM? I wonder how true that is...
Thanks for the information.
Do you know where I can get more info on the iPod integration? I went to my dealership to buy one today and they didn't know anything about it. It will work on my 1987 190E, right?
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Originally Posted by scorchie
Do you know where I can get more info on the iPod integration? I went to my dealership to buy one today and they didn't know anything about it. It will work on my 1987 190E, right?
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Originally Posted by 808_230K
pretty sure it's for MY'05 and up... my guess is that it works w/the HK systems, not the older ones
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lol @ scorchie messin' with the newbies
As far as with the car needing comand, I must have mis understood it, it looked to me as it was those cars preceeding the ( ) that required it. Why would the SLK need comand then? Its based off of the W203 platform, why would they make the electronics that much different.
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Originally Posted by Capt Nemo o2
As far as with the car needing comand, I must have mis understood it, it looked to me as it was those cars preceeding the ( ) that required it. Why would the SLK need comand then? Its based off of the W203 platform, why would they make the electronics that much different.
The 2005 S, CL and SL classes do not come with auxiliary input (they all come with COMAND from Siemens). So they are not listed as compatible.
2005 E-class and 2006 CLS-class both come with COMAND from Becker standard, and thus, auxiliary input.
2005 C/CLK come standard with the new Audio 20 with auxiliary input; the 2006 M/R classes come with MCS2 standard (also available on C/CLK as an option), and that also has auxiliary input.
The auxiliary input coupled with a flash programmable instrument cluster is pretty much the whole reason for iPod compatibility.
For more information, see the thread in the Audio section. Or just start a new thread with more questions.
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SEE you knew all about it... You wild and wacky guy!!!
Thanks for clearing that up about the SLK, it confused me a little...
Thanks for clearing that up about the SLK, it confused me a little...
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Originally Posted by inFiniTE LooP
i thought it was MOST that was required for Mercedes iPod integration to work?
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...6&page=1&pp=10
formula1, your question is answered in there if you wanna check it out
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(the short answer is yes, it will probably be possible...from what i'm getting out of what scorchie wrote anyway)
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Originally Posted by inFiniTE LooP
disregard this, i just read scorchie's write-up:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...6&page=1&pp=10
formula1, your question is answered in there if you wanna check it out
(the short answer is yes, it will probably be possible...from what i'm getting out of what scorchie wrote anyway)
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...6&page=1&pp=10
formula1, your question is answered in there if you wanna check it out
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(the short answer is yes, it will probably be possible...from what i'm getting out of what scorchie wrote anyway)
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I finally read it, but still a little unsure, since it's been mentioned in this thread that it only works with command. But here's to hoping...
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That was my bad!!! It will work in the C class w/o the comand as scorchie said...