Aftermarket NAV/bluetooth.... etc units
#51
Hi guys. I love my '05 C55, and now that it has transformed from a weekend driver to a daily driver, the need for Hands-free calling is a must. I've scoped the threads here, and am trying to come to a strategy I should pursue. I do not have the COMAND head unit. I have the H/K non-COMAND unit.
As much as I enjoy factory installed equipment it seems that it may be better to go aftermarket because of Bluetooth capability. I don't want to buy used MB equipment and going to the dealer I'm sure will cost substantially more. I'm going to leave the installation To the pros.
Crutchfield is a great place to research. The in-dash navi units seem to be a blast and have a nice inconspicuous look to them. They offer Bluetooth, steering wheel button adaptability, and of course navigation. I really don't need navi, and I came across the Parrot series - namely th ck100 or mki 9200. These units offer Bluetooth but no navi and are cheaper than the navi units. I don't like how they mount, but it's a definite option. Can you please help me with any experience you may have?
Reading about MOST and pucks (which I don't have) and other info is quite confusing, and I'm thinking aftermarket in-dash navi units or parrots are the way to go?
Tks.
As much as I enjoy factory installed equipment it seems that it may be better to go aftermarket because of Bluetooth capability. I don't want to buy used MB equipment and going to the dealer I'm sure will cost substantially more. I'm going to leave the installation To the pros.
Crutchfield is a great place to research. The in-dash navi units seem to be a blast and have a nice inconspicuous look to them. They offer Bluetooth, steering wheel button adaptability, and of course navigation. I really don't need navi, and I came across the Parrot series - namely th ck100 or mki 9200. These units offer Bluetooth but no navi and are cheaper than the navi units. I don't like how they mount, but it's a definite option. Can you please help me with any experience you may have?
Reading about MOST and pucks (which I don't have) and other info is quite confusing, and I'm thinking aftermarket in-dash navi units or parrots are the way to go?
Tks.
#53
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From: Livingston, California.
2002 c32 AMG 2012 c250 Coupe
At the home screen, directly on the time display, press screen and hold for 5 seconds. The clock menu will appear. Press on desired time or date needing to be changed.
#54
Thanks, I know how to on the app radio but I meant on the car where it displays under the speedometer next to the temp. That clock used to be set using the oem radio.
#55
I've always changed it through the steering wheel controls, the ones on the left side. I can't remember exactly which main menu it's on, but if you flip through them, then flip through the sub menu, you should be able to find clock adjust. LOL - does no one read their owner's manual anymore?
#56
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From: Washington DC
1999 E320 4matic Wagon, 2005 C55 AMG - sold, 1998 VW Jetta TDI - sold, 2006 C230 Sport - Totaled :(
gnma,
I hear ya man, my DVD drive stopped working in my COMAND so my nav does not work, plus this unit is way out-dated now. I searched the DVD drive part # after taking the nav unit apart and looking at it and a remanufactured one is $300...almost might as well get something aftermarket for maybe $500 or so.
Just out of curiosity, I went to the Benz dealer and gave them the same part # to check..............$1,048
I hear ya man, my DVD drive stopped working in my COMAND so my nav does not work, plus this unit is way out-dated now. I searched the DVD drive part # after taking the nav unit apart and looking at it and a remanufactured one is $300...almost might as well get something aftermarket for maybe $500 or so.
Just out of curiosity, I went to the Benz dealer and gave them the same part # to check..............$1,048
#57
I've always changed it through the steering wheel controls, the ones on the left side. I can't remember exactly which main menu it's on, but if you flip through them, then flip through the sub menu, you should be able to find clock adjust. LOL - does no one read their owner's manual anymore?
#58
gnma, I hear ya man, my DVD drive stopped working in my COMAND so my nav does not work, plus this unit is way out-dated now. I searched the DVD drive part # after taking the nav unit apart and looking at it and a remanufactured one is $300...almost might as well get something aftermarket for maybe $500 or so. Just out of curiosity, I went to the Benz dealer and gave them the same part # to check..............$1,048
#59
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Joined: Jan 2007
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From: South Africa
2011 CL63 AMG (Current) 2005 CLS55 AMG (Current) 2004 C32 AMG (Sold)
Havent read the whole thread, but I was looking around for the CLS and also stumbled across this unit.. Of interest for the CLS at least, and I would presume for your model as well, this dynavin unit has been updated, or you can download and update the operating system to Android, this is a huge plus and can probably run anything bud!! such a huge plus.. Looks faster in operation and quite a nice upgrade!
Hmmmm... what to do???
#60
I've always changed it through the steering wheel controls, the ones on the left side. I can't remember exactly which main menu it's on, but if you flip through them, then flip through the sub menu, you should be able to find clock adjust. LOL - does no one read their owner's manual anymore?
While i was there i set my auto backup mirror up as well - hehe. The previous owner didn't know the car had any of these options... hell he was shocked when i asked him if the headlight washers worked... he didn't know what that was or where the button for it was