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Old 12-11-2007, 09:14 AM
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MP3 files on COMMAND

I have 2005 E0320 CDI and I cannot play MP3 files. I am wondering what version of COMMAND would give me this option ? Also, how to check what version of COMMAND I have? I am planning to go to service next week and at least I don't want look stupid

I was so long on VW forum and it's real refreshment for me

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Assuming that you're talking about the single slot cd player, you need to have the software updated as mentioned in this thread : Click here
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Are you could get a euro comand 2.0 and will not have any problem is what I did with mind 03 E500. I also got the unlock code off ebay to watch dvd in motion.
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Originally Posted by geeaccord
Are you could get a euro comand 2.0 and will not have any problem is what I did with mind 03 E500. I also got the unlock code off ebay to watch dvd in motion.
The question is: how to check what version of software I have ? Also, I am not familiar if I have CD or DVD in my car. Is 2005 CDI coming with CD (as standard) or DVD ?

A lot of stupid questions in this moment but I don't have time to spend analyzing car (I hope during Christmas I can get some time off from wife & work
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the US command systems came with CD-ROM units. The euro Command systems came with DVD-ROM units.
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if u don't have COMAND, i don't think it can play mp3 files... not 100% sure tho...
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Originally Posted by fmanfrank
the US command systems came with CD-ROM units. The euro Command systems came with DVD-ROM units.
Why we are living in stone age in North America ?

Is it possible to replace CD with DVD unit ? If so, how diffucult it is ? Also, due to I don't have DVD, I cannot use DVD navigation ? True or False
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Is it possible to replace CD with DVD unit ? If so, how diffucult it is ? Also, due to I don't have DVD, I cannot use DVD navigation ? True or False
yes, u need to change the headunit to euro-spec... i don't think u can just change the drive...

dvd-based navigation goes on ur trunk...
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yup what MJ50 said
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Originally Posted by fmanfrank
the US command systems came with CD-ROM units. The euro Command systems came with DVD-ROM units.
I have a US comand, and mine does read DVDs (dont misunderstand, it wont play movies, but will play MP3's recorded on a DVD-R)

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Originally Posted by jmorgis
I have a US comand, and mine does read DVDs (dont misunderstand, it wont play movies, but will play MP3's recorded on a DVD-R)

John
if you have an 03, you got one of the early productions that have a DVD drive in the headunit. you can unlock it and play movies. search "engineering mode"
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Originally Posted by anerbe
if you have an 03, you got one of the early productions that have a DVD drive in the headunit. you can unlock it and play movies. search "engineering mode"
Mine came with the origional Audio50 (with tapedeck), i upgraded to a US Comand from a 2006 CLS

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I have a 04 E500. The single in dash cd drive will play MP3's on a CD. I can see the folders etc

Initially it would not play - had to take in in for a sw upgrade that will allow MP3's to be played.

The CD changer will not play MP3 on mine - but the newer ones will. Unless you replace you cd changero r it fails while inder warranty ... then you may get a new cd changer.

The drive can be updated via software - no need of a change to Euro to play MP3's
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Originally Posted by SushDawg
I have a 04 E500. The single in dash cd drive will play MP3's on a CD. I can see the folders etc

Initially it would not play - had to take in in for a sw upgrade that will allow MP3's to be played.

The CD changer will not play MP3 on mine - but the newer ones will. Unless you replace you cd changero r it fails while inder warranty ... then you may get a new cd changer.

The drive can be updated via software - no need of a change to Euro to play MP3's
Try and put a couple MP3 on a DVD-R. Mines reads them, I have like 1400 MP3s loaded on one DVD...Makes hooking a IPOD into the car not worth the cost.

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Originally Posted by jmorgis
I have a US comand, and mine does read DVDs (dont misunderstand, it wont play movies, but will play MP3's recorded on a DVD-R)

John
John: do you know what version of COMMAND software you have ? Or it's the latest one (recently upgraded).

If I go for DVD upgrade (from CD), where is place in trunk for DVD ? I thought that DVD is replacing CD unit on dashboard. Everyday to learn something
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Originally Posted by zemun1234
John: do you know what version of COMMAND software you have ? Or it's the latest one (recently upgraded).

If I go for DVD upgrade (from CD), where is place in trunk for DVD ? I thought that DVD is replacing CD unit on dashboard. Everyday to learn something
I have the latest, i it had to get updated for the bluetooth puck. But it was working with DVD-R prior to the s/w update. To clarify, im using the slot above the COMAND in the dash. The unit in the trunk is ONLY for NAV

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I just got ahold of the update CD last night. MP3 playback is an awesome addition for just popping in a software update. I couldn't even go to sleep last night thinking about it.

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