miniz98

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

underwhirled

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.

miniz98

so it will definetly work with the normal radio? also was wondering if i have to activate phone on? and if so where is it so i can tell them. thanks, andrew

underwhirled

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.

kewlbenz

No need to have the phone option activated. I just had mine installed by Steve last Sunday. It works great and sounds great.

miniz98

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

kewlbenz

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

2002C230KjaxFL

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

MBUSA503

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

Belle the Benz

Ask Steve, I think he enabled it for you.
In order to select menu's and play list as 'underwhirled' stated....
You must have the phone option enabled. I had my phone disabled because I was annoyed with the extra menu that I had to pass through. When I installed the ipod kit, I couldn't select any menus or play list.

I had my phone option turned back on and it worked great!

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?

Belle the Benz

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.

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."

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.

miniz98

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.

Moviela

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.

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

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

MBUSA503

Hey Ya Thats a good idea....i need the info 2 plz

Belle the Benz

I didn't have any instructions, but I did search the forum and found some helpful links with pictures to help take the dash apart. I would say go for it if you have installed a stereo in a car before. If you haven’t or if it sounds like something that you would feel uncomfortable with then don't do it. Good luck

MBUSA503

Do You Know Where We Can Find The Post of how to take the dash apart?

MBUSA503

...and if you buy the kit does it come with that holder thing or did u buy that some other place?

Belle the Benz

Going to have to search for that one......I think it was in the 'DIY' section of the other forum.....took me a while to find, so good luck.....

The cradle is available from MB, but is not included with the kit. (cost $16)

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.

Thanks

blassberg

MB Corporate Retail are supplying my car (in October, rant rant) with the kit fitted for 225 + VAT

You SHOULD be able to order from dealer. They have had a circular about it.

MBUSA503

VAT?
Here in Oregon They Want $300 for the kit and $200 for the Labor

If anyone has tried to instal the kit them selfs,was it hard?