Apple Ipod
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2005 C230 SS
Apple Ipod
hey guys i checked all over the forum about the apple ipod integration kit. does anyone know if that kit will work with the steering wheel controls on my car? by the way i have a c230 2005 with normal cd player. thanks, andrew , also do you guys know anyone in southflorida that would install this for a better price than mercedes
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05 C230 Sports Sedan, Previously owned an 02 C230 Sports Coupe
Yep. I keep meaning to get it added to my car, but I just had the satellite radio integrated into the system and have been listening to it. What a wonderful option.
The Ipod docks in the glove box, charges, and plays through the stereo. The playlists can be cycled using the phone buttons on the stering wheel. I really need to order this, but I just haven't gotten around to it.
The Ipod docks in the glove box, charges, and plays through the stereo. The playlists can be cycled using the phone buttons on the stering wheel. I really need to order this, but I just haven't gotten around to it.
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It will work with the stock HU; however, I'm not quite sure if you have to get the phone option enabled to have the phone buttons control the playlists. I read so much on here that I can't remember everything. Lots of good posts.
You'll have to do a search for this piece of information.
You'll have to do a search for this piece of information.
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From: Ft. Lauderdale
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hey do you have steve's phone number? i need mine installed and i need to ask some tech questions cause i think my dealer has no clue what there doin. and how much did you pay steve. please include his number please thanks, andrew
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i dont have his number. Im not sure if he has any plans to go to florida.
He lives in Netherlands.
You can email him and ask him
Steve's Email address:
Steve@MBenzNL.com
He lives in Netherlands.
You can email him and ask him
Steve's Email address:
Steve@MBenzNL.com
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From: Jacksonville Florida
2002 Mercedes Benz C230 Kompressor
i got that right now im my coupe c230k except mines is connected through the lighter all i do is plug it in set the frequency and go to the frequency and play whichever song as for sound..........it aint all that its kinda like listenin to someone sing with a pillow over their head but it all depends on frequency its alright for now but its better to just save some money up and buy a real cd player but thats my opinion i donno about you guys 
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I went to the dealer and they wanted $300 for the part then $200 for labor... and they never did it so......idk....but theres a post on here that he got it for $45 idk where he got it but thats pretty cheap
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From: Burbank, CA
2005 C320 -Sports package - black / black
Originally Posted by kewlbenz
No need to have the phone option activated. I just had mine installed by Steve last Sunday. It works great and sounds great.
In order to select menu's and play list as 'underwhirled' stated....
Originally Posted by underwhirled
The playlists can be cycled using the phone buttons on the stering wheel
I had my phone option turned back on and it worked great!
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2005 C320 -Sports package - black / black
Originally Posted by MBUSA503
so if u want to get the playlist on the wheel screen u need to have ur phone option enabled? and so u need to have the phone wand,etc for it to work?
no....just the option enabled. It will work with it not enabled, you just can't use the phone buttons to select menus and play list. Only the up and down arrow work.
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I don't understand the Ipod. Clumsy controls, lame software, can't upload, can't record, no FM radio, and a battery that is "built in."
It is popular, but so are Suburbans. I can't see the excitement from seeing the song playing and using steering wheel controls for about $ 500.00 on top of the hunderds paid for the device.
Why not connect the AUX Input cable for less than $ 40. and use any portable audio source in the car? MP3, Walkman, Laptop, DVD player, ect. Works for me, and with the money I saved I bought a Sirius receiver.
It is popular, but so are Suburbans. I can't see the excitement from seeing the song playing and using steering wheel controls for about $ 500.00 on top of the hunderds paid for the device.
Why not connect the AUX Input cable for less than $ 40. and use any portable audio source in the car? MP3, Walkman, Laptop, DVD player, ect. Works for me, and with the money I saved I bought a Sirius receiver.
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the reason is because it looks clean when you dont have to see the ipod and control the damb thing while your driving also you dont have to mount some stupid sirus radio and last better chance selling the car with it in there.
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It does look clean, but the Sirius receiver is also fully integrated with the head unit and steering wheel controls. It is also invisible, not taking up space in the glove box.
I did install an Ipod kit, and it is simple. The hard part is knowing the "secret" of removing the air con center grill. (Release the tabs to allow the vent to turn past the 'up' stop, then remove the screws). Takes about an hour.
Unless you plan to sell your car quickly, Moore's law will make the Ipod as useful as an 8 track player in the dash. Look how CD changers have become less than desireable with MP3 players so readily available. Even Ipod is moving on....having inked a deal to buy huge amounts of 4 gig ram chips from Samsung. Those mechanical hard drives are listening to the fat lady sing. I don't see how it can sell your car better than new floor mats.
I did install an Ipod kit, and it is simple. The hard part is knowing the "secret" of removing the air con center grill. (Release the tabs to allow the vent to turn past the 'up' stop, then remove the screws). Takes about an hour.
Unless you plan to sell your car quickly, Moore's law will make the Ipod as useful as an 8 track player in the dash. Look how CD changers have become less than desireable with MP3 players so readily available. Even Ipod is moving on....having inked a deal to buy huge amounts of 4 gig ram chips from Samsung. Those mechanical hard drives are listening to the fat lady sing. I don't see how it can sell your car better than new floor mats.
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Originally Posted by Moviela
I don't understand the Ipod. Clumsy controls, lame software, can't upload, can't record, no FM radio, and a battery that is "built in."
ok controls, ok software, can't upload, can't record, no FM radio, and needs a car battery, fixed in car, and can only carry 6 cd's which you may like to play in your house, no tag information
whereas ipod carries all of your cool (and sad) collection.
ipod integration kit in uk is £225+vat including fitting
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hey moviela can you tell me whats involved with installing myself? is it hard to do and where does everything get conected, also does the kit come with instructions? i would like to save the install fee. thanks, andrew
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Originally Posted by miniz98
hey moviela can you tell me whats involved with installing myself? is it hard to do and where does everything get conected, also does the kit come with instructions? i would like to save the install fee. thanks, andrew
Last edited by Belle the Benz; Aug 26, 2005 at 02:48 PM.
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Originally Posted by MBUSA503
Do You Know Where We Can Find The Post of how to take the dash apart?
The cradle is available from MB, but is not included with the kit. (cost $16)
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Originally Posted by blassberg
well compare it against a cd changer
ok controls, ok software, can't upload, can't record, no FM radio, and needs a car battery, fixed in car, and can only carry 6 cd's which you may like to play in your house, no tag information
whereas ipod carries all of your cool (and sad) collection.
ipod integration kit in uk is £225+vat including fitting
ok controls, ok software, can't upload, can't record, no FM radio, and needs a car battery, fixed in car, and can only carry 6 cd's which you may like to play in your house, no tag information
whereas ipod carries all of your cool (and sad) collection.
ipod integration kit in uk is £225+vat including fitting
Thanks
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Originally Posted by swale
Where abouts can you buy this in the uk, is it available from an MB Garage? Have you got it if so did you install it.
You SHOULD be able to order from dealer. They have had a circular about it.
