IPod Integration Kit
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IPod Integration Kit
Hi,
I am new to this forum and came across it while researching about the IPod Integration kit. I have the 2006 C230 sedan. I contacted my dealership and they told me it will cost me around $600-800 (incl. installation). Is this the best option? I want to install an IPod int. kit that allows me to access the ipod via steering wheel controls.
Please give me some info!
Thanks!
I am new to this forum and came across it while researching about the IPod Integration kit. I have the 2006 C230 sedan. I contacted my dealership and they told me it will cost me around $600-800 (incl. installation). Is this the best option? I want to install an IPod int. kit that allows me to access the ipod via steering wheel controls.
Please give me some info!
Thanks!
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OLD: 2004 C230 Sport Sedan, NEW: 2007 SLK350
When I had the 2004 C230K Sport Sedan, I had a 6 CD changer in the glove compartment, I didn't have any iPod option.
Note that this CD changer was actually a cheap plastic shell with plastic CD casings....
However, I am getting my 2007 SLK350 in a few weeks, and i have the main in-dash CD plus a 6 CD changer in the glove compartment.
From the booklet, it looks as it's a single slot multi-disc player.... it also says that there is an input jack for the iPod. I suspect that this is just a generic audio input for any audio device.
Try to find out if you already have this option... if so, then this is your cheap option!
In the meantime, I have been thinking about getting the iPod kit as well, but haven't added it to my order. I guess I can always do it later.
Right now, I am ok with 7 CDs and Sirius satellite radio... :-)
p.s. another option is a CD player that plays MP3 audio CDs that you can control via the car controls... but the dealership tells me that this only comes with the S-class.
Note that this CD changer was actually a cheap plastic shell with plastic CD casings....
However, I am getting my 2007 SLK350 in a few weeks, and i have the main in-dash CD plus a 6 CD changer in the glove compartment.
From the booklet, it looks as it's a single slot multi-disc player.... it also says that there is an input jack for the iPod. I suspect that this is just a generic audio input for any audio device.
Try to find out if you already have this option... if so, then this is your cheap option!
In the meantime, I have been thinking about getting the iPod kit as well, but haven't added it to my order. I guess I can always do it later.
Right now, I am ok with 7 CDs and Sirius satellite radio... :-)
p.s. another option is a CD player that plays MP3 audio CDs that you can control via the car controls... but the dealership tells me that this only comes with the S-class.
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you can buy the MB iPod Integration kit for about $300. It should take you about 2hrs to install (pretty easy).
You can also buy the kit from MB and take it to a stereo shop to install. It will most likely be a lot less than what MB is charging.
You can also buy the kit from MB and take it to a stereo shop to install. It will most likely be a lot less than what MB is charging.
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Cost me 300 at the dealership. THat price included the install. Mind you, from what i hear, the sound isnt the best...and you hear like a background hum with most of the songs.....at least on mine anyway
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Cost me 300 at the dealership. THat price included the install. Mind you, from what i hear, the sound isnt the best...and you hear like a background hum with most of the songs.....at least on mine anyway
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Your dealership is wrong. The w211, has had this feature for quite some time. 2006 C/clk also have this feature. I am pretty sure your new SLK would have this as well if you ordered a changer.
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I believe this only works with the CD-Changer - the single slot CD will not play MP3-CD's
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I was going to go for the ipod integration kit. dealer wanted $767 including install. Whatever with that!! waaaaaay too much $$ IMO!!! So i researched and got the AUX in working. Cable was only $40. ran a mini stereo plug to center arm rest, got a Scoche w/l remote for my steering wheel. bam. for less than $100. sound is great. ipod out of sight. i can control all the ipod functions from the remote. only thing i cant do is see the tracks, but i just listen.
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Originally Posted by e1000
nope - works well with the stock radio
Also, the R171 SLK Audio 20s don't have AUX, either. They can't 'just' get the iPod kit installed, unless you have MBenzNL do it.
The facelifted CLs and SLs, for instance, don't come with AUX input. No matter if they have a factory fitted comand already in dash. It's not possible to get the integrating iPod kit retrofitted in these models.
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That's not exactly true. MB's integrating iPod kit can be connected to Audio 20s in facelifted W203s and W209s (for instance). But if you have a W211 E-class with Audio 50 - thus without AUX - you won't be able to get the iPod kit installed unless you upgrade to DVD comand.
Also, the R171 SLK Audio 20s don't have AUX, either. They can't 'just' get the iPod kit installed, unless you have MBenzNL do it.
The facelifted CLs and SLs, for instance, don't come with AUX input. No matter if they have a factory fitted comand already in dash. It's not possible to get the integrating iPod kit retrofitted in these models.
greetingz,
BigSis
Also, the R171 SLK Audio 20s don't have AUX, either. They can't 'just' get the iPod kit installed, unless you have MBenzNL do it.
The facelifted CLs and SLs, for instance, don't come with AUX input. No matter if they have a factory fitted comand already in dash. It's not possible to get the integrating iPod kit retrofitted in these models.
greetingz,
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- I completely didn't notice he had a 2001 C320
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so maybe the dealership was thinking of the in-dash CD player? maybe that single CD player is audio CD only? and the 6-CD player is MP3-capable?
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Well, I did order the changer, and the car will be available in 3 weeks... the booklet indicates that the 6-CD player in the SLK, is a 1-slot CD device.... doesn't say whether it plays MP3s or not
so maybe the dealership was thinking of the in-dash CD player? maybe that single CD player is audio CD only? and the 6-CD player is MP3-capable?
so maybe the dealership was thinking of the in-dash CD player? maybe that single CD player is audio CD only? and the 6-CD player is MP3-capable?
All current CD players support MP3. But only 99 tracks per CD.
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Any links you can think of for the install of the integration unit. I have a 2004 E55, I just got the kit, and i have no idea where to start with the install?
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Good thread. Though I've read the Aux Input thread as well. And now that I have my car, I'm trying to figure out what would be better. I had front side 'audio jack in' on my honda [aftermarket deck] that connected to the headhphone jack of my ipod. And I know that I can do pretty much the same thing with the 'cheap' ipod kit. [btw, I have the bose stereo with tape and 6 disc changer in glove box].
My debate is sound quality and whatnot. I know that I can run an audio auxiliary line to anywhere I choose. Yet would the 'REAL' ipod kit be something better to get? I wouldnt care if I had to use the actual stereo controls on the console to change tracks on the ipod. Just the fact of connection and quality is my main concearn.
any input?
My debate is sound quality and whatnot. I know that I can run an audio auxiliary line to anywhere I choose. Yet would the 'REAL' ipod kit be something better to get? I wouldnt care if I had to use the actual stereo controls on the console to change tracks on the ipod. Just the fact of connection and quality is my main concearn.
any input?
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Good thread. Though I've read the Aux Input thread as well. And now that I have my car, I'm trying to figure out what would be better. I had front side 'audio jack in' on my honda [aftermarket deck] that connected to the headhphone jack of my ipod. And I know that I can do pretty much the same thing with the 'cheap' ipod kit. [btw, I have the bose stereo with tape and 6 disc changer in glove box].
My debate is sound quality and whatnot. I know that I can run an audio auxiliary line to anywhere I choose. Yet would the 'REAL' ipod kit be something better to get? I wouldnt care if I had to use the actual stereo controls on the console to change tracks on the ipod. Just the fact of connection and quality is my main concearn.
any input?
My debate is sound quality and whatnot. I know that I can run an audio auxiliary line to anywhere I choose. Yet would the 'REAL' ipod kit be something better to get? I wouldnt care if I had to use the actual stereo controls on the console to change tracks on the ipod. Just the fact of connection and quality is my main concearn.
any input?
The $ 40. cable will do you no good. There is a thread explaining how to add an Aux in to the older cars. You will loose the cassette deck function, because you must use the tape head input for your ipod. This is not a simple mod unless you are a technician.
On the newer cars, even with the factory ipod kit, the audio still gets into the system through the Aux in function of the car audio system.
Sound quality is the same with the $ 40. cable or the $299. kit. The kit does allow use of the wheel controls of the ipod, and displays the song in the instrument cluster display. Some people like that, and are willing to pay.
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I tried the AUX solution first, but later changed my mind and installed iPod integration kit for 'round $550 (installed). To me, the sound quality is noticeably different. Integration with steering wheel works sweet. I'm happy.
If anyone is interested, I can sell my AUX cable for $30.
If anyone is interested, I can sell my AUX cable for $30.
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so which is the kit or part number that I would need to get the tracks to show on my 2005 C240 with HK systems. I know I can us the Aux but the issue I see is how to control the track and the lost of using the buttons on my remote.
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the factory MB iPod kit for the C-Class will work for your car. do a search for the exact part number, or you can call your dealer and they can find it as well.
