MP3 files on COMMAND

Dec 11, 2007 | 09:14 AM

zemun1234

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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

Thank you in advance

Dec 11, 2007 | 09:54 AM

starbrite

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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

Dec 11, 2007 | 11:47 AM

geeaccord

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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.

Dec 12, 2007 | 12:11 PM

zemun1234

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Quote:

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

Dec 12, 2007 | 01:23 PM

fmanfrank

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the US command systems came with CD-ROM units. The euro Command systems came with DVD-ROM units.

Dec 12, 2007 | 01:25 PM

MJ50

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if u don't have COMAND, i don't think it can play mp3 files... not 100% sure tho...

Dec 12, 2007 | 02:06 PM

zemun1234

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Quote:

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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Dec 12, 2007 | 02:14 PM

fmanfrank

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yup what MJ50 said

Dec 12, 2007 | 03:06 PM

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jmorgis

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Quote:

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)

John

Dec 12, 2007 | 03:39 PM

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Quote:

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"

Dec 12, 2007 | 04:02 PM

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Quote:

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

John

Dec 12, 2007 | 05:48 PM

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SushDawg

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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

Dec 12, 2007 | 06:04 PM

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jmorgis

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SushDawg

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.

John

Dec 13, 2007 | 07:50 AM

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zemun1234

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Quote:

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

Dec 13, 2007 | 11:24 AM

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jmorgis

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Quote:

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

John

Dec 13, 2007 | 09:34 PM

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jflatt

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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.