Official MB iPod interface!
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2004 CLK500 Pewter/Charcoal
Official MB iPod interface!
http://www.mbusa.com/main/container....iPod/index.jsp
Check this out. Looks to be a big improvement over the BMW version. As on that one you had to have set BMW playlists and could only listen to what was in them. Also you could not view info on driver display.
...........the million dollar question is will this work with 04' CLKs???
I have a call in to my sales guy and will post info once I hear from him.
Does anyone else know anything about this??
Check this out. Looks to be a big improvement over the BMW version. As on that one you had to have set BMW playlists and could only listen to what was in them. Also you could not view info on driver display.
...........the million dollar question is will this work with 04' CLKs???
I have a call in to my sales guy and will post info once I hear from him.
Does anyone else know anything about this??
i hope so.
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Here is the FAQ:
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.
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, B-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.
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.
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, B-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.
