Launchstation

Where does the CAN-BUS module connect to? I am trying to find the CAN-BUS wires to connect to an aftermarket CAN-BUS interface that I purchased. I installed a double-din Pioneer unit and I lost the steering wheel functions. I had the Harman/Kardon Logic-7 system, but I am unsure where the steering wheel functions reside. The amplifier, or elsewhere? Thanks guys.

Zippo1937

does anyone had any suggestions how to improve the radio reception on a aftermarket Alpine W900bt unit. Expensive unit but its reception sucks.

mgb4tim

Watched your video, read your posts - thanks for all you did. I'm looking at a 2006 E500 wagon, and the only real obstacle to getting it is lack of Bluetooth audio, which I use a ton in my other cars. Your install looks great, and this is the route I think I will go, if I get the car.

You mention that a harness comes to get to the AWG. Did it connect up to all the RCA cables form the head unit, then head to the trunk to the AWG and plug in at that end? Or, were you stuck with a ton of splicing?

Again - nice work on your write up.

Thanks - Tim

anguskeogh

How do you know if your E240 has the fibre optics?

mister2d

Just got my 2007 W211 and found this thread.

This update worked perfectly. It seemed to wake up the subwoofer a bit. Not over the top, but definitely noticeable.

freedml

I bought a Seicane head unit for my S500 2000. After a lot of back and forth with pictures and all, supposedly to get everything right, it arrived. My professional car stereo installers looked at the kit -- it didn't have the right connectors. Some more back and forth with Seicane and they agreed it had the wrong connectors. The kit came with NO INSTRUCTIONS so then they sent us a page of 'suggestions' which included CUTTING THE STOCK WIRE HARNESSES and 3 possible methods of hooking up the power. "Try this" then "try that" then "if that doesn't work try this other one" is scary as hell when working on a Mercedes computer system. NO WAY!!! I returned the unit at my expense and they only gave me a partial refund. SEICANE IS UNETHICAL -- DON'T BUY FROM THEM.

ispkmaq

Hi,

I am new to MB and recently bought E200 W211. I like MB's original sound system but it has limited functions e.g. CD player and decent radio only. I like those Android based and Win CE based multifunction head units but couple of common problems users mentioned were poor radio reception.

My question from Hueholla and Elrond is, how do you compare original CD player's sound quality with Chinese units?

Dnasty

Been looking all over for what people do to upgrade the head unit and there's even less information on my cls then on the e class. Glad I found this thread I was about to give up on the idea of one of these products as they are literally only available from china I assumed it for sure had to be a scam. At any rate looking to get one of these preferably the android one are these things comparable in actual quality to a pioneer headunit? Asking questions to these overseas sellers takes almost as much time as shipping to receive an answer. http://www.ebay.com/itm/301842859211?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT This is the one i've been looking at recently...

amarkmann

Hi everybody- new to this forum.

Did buy a : PUMPKIN Android 4.4 Car DVD Player GPS Stereo Radio TV For Benz E Class W211+Cam, to revamp my 2007 Mercedes e320 CDE ( equivalent to W211)

Mercedes dealer in Santiago- Chile (where I am based) does not help with modifications so there is only one installer where you are refereed to. After trying they could not make it work because of the fiber optics. In asking the supplier they say that you can by pass the problem with a special extension cord.

Woud like to ask if somebody has experience with this particularunit. many thanks......

irfan_qayyum

http://www.seicane.com/all-in-one-sa...nti-shock-c090


I found above product over the internet and wonder if anyone has experience installing a similar system in E-Class.

My primary objective is to get a backup Camera . Therefore I am also open to other suggestions for a cheap interface that works with the original Command System in 2007 E-350 with Navigation and add a backup-camera to my E-Class without any new wires or optical upgrades.

Thanks
-Irfan Qayyum
2007 E-350 4Matic (72k miles)

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amarkmann

Today I had the reading of the technician that would install the unit- the unit is not compatible to the car because with a quick basic conection the radio does not start. he did ask me if I had send VIM number so to make sure compatibility. I need a second opinión - Does somebody have feedback?

irfan_qayyum

I am looking for the same software update for my 2007 E-350 4Matic.
From where did you get this update, please send me the link ?

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irfan_qayyum

I think you should try this unit which says it is compatible with your particular model:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Android-5-1-Car-Standard-Radio-DVD-7-GPS-Stereo-for-Mercedes-Benz-E-Class-W211/192039027540?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D38530%26meid%3D9c0e8a1ee7834dc4965f457142a23d70%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D301842859211
I would send the VIN # and photo of your stock unit to seller first to ensure compatibility.

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yeswill

i have a 2003 e240, finally i ordered this android head unit from dvdgpsnav: http://www.dvdgpsnav.com/android-dou...head-unit.html

love the interface, android os, and their service, i did ask lots of questions before my purchase and they provide friendly service.

i will post my feedback after installation.

criskat777

since every here is getting ride of there head units i was wondering if any one is willing to part with theirs. Mine just kicked the bucket and i really don't need anything fancy. So if anyone is will just send me a PM and we can make a deal ,Thank you in advanced.

yeswill

The unit works well so far after a few months, i noticed that they upgraded the system to android 7.1, which should be better than mine(5.1 os). as for the SEVENT, it has been corrected to SEVEN, don't worry about it. The current maps were too old, so i asked dvdgpsnav for a update yesterday, they sent me the 2017 igo maps, very good

yeswill

The unit works well so far after a few months, i noticed that they upgraded the system to android 7.1, which should be better than mine(5.1 os). as for the SEVENT, it has been corrected to SEVEN, don't worry about it. The current maps were too old, so i asked dvdgpsnav for a update yesterday, they sent me the 2017 igo maps, very good

JanBreet

I followed this thread and after installing an 8" Android in my W211 I have decided to go for a complete new RCA amp installation.
The catch is just....where is the standard amp located in the car? I want to use the standard connections to the speakers from there.
Currently have optics running from front to ???? Cannot find the amp. Definitely not in the boot.