E-Class (W212) 2010 - 2016: E 350, E 550
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: CARiD

Where's the microphone?

Old Apr 7, 2014 | 01:17 PM
  #1  
pamiboy's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 1,306
Likes: 40
E 350
Where's the microphone?

Can someone tell where is the microphone situated in the car ( for hands free talking). Yes.... I can talk loud from anywhere but if I can direct the voice to a particular direction it may be clearer for the listener. Thanks.
Reply
Old Apr 7, 2014 | 01:51 PM
  #2  
RA72825's Avatar
Banned
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 4,957
Likes: 1,640
It's in the overhead right above the rear view mirror. Did your car come with a manual?
Reply
Old Apr 7, 2014 | 04:31 PM
  #3  
Arrie's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Liked
 
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 5,141
Likes: 1,293
From: Southern US
2010 E550, 273 Engine: 2012 S550, 278 Engine
Originally Posted by KEY08
It's in the overhead right above the rear view mirror. Did your car come with a manual?
I thought there are two microphones mounted on the back side of the rear view mirror...?
Reply
Old Apr 7, 2014 | 08:03 PM
  #4  
Live Oak's Avatar
Super Member
 
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 576
Likes: 8
From: Placitas, NM
E550
Microphone

I think it depends on model and feature set.

On my 2011 E550 P2 with all the funny stuff, there is a microphone grill on each side the the structure that holds the camera that watches the lane markers, rain sensors, etc. It (one side) is pictured in the manual, but the location arrow is not really correct.

Don't know if there is actually a mic in BOTH grills --- but would seem to be best in case a passenger had to talk to MBrace, 911, etc., in an emergency.
Reply
Old Apr 7, 2014 | 08:30 PM
  #5  
Arrie's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Liked
 
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 5,141
Likes: 1,293
From: Southern US
2010 E550, 273 Engine: 2012 S550, 278 Engine
Originally Posted by Live Oak
I think it depends on model and feature set.

On my 2011 E550 P2 with all the funny stuff, there is a microphone grill on each side the the structure that holds the camera that watches the lane markers, rain sensors, etc. It (one side) is pictured in the manual, but the location arrow is not really correct.

Don't know if there is actually a mic in BOTH grills --- but would seem to be best in case a passenger had to talk to MBrace, 911, etc., in an emergency.
I don't know 100 % that the mics are in the rear view mirror but I do know 100% there are two mics in my car. Well, it is a 2010 model with the 550 and loving it...
Reply
Old Apr 7, 2014 | 08:49 PM
  #6  
RA72825's Avatar
Banned
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 4,957
Likes: 1,640
Yes, I have exact same setup in my 2010 E550. Two grills on either side of the windshield plate.
Reply
Old Apr 7, 2014 | 09:07 PM
  #7  
GregTR's Avatar
Super Member
10 Year Member
Shutterbug
Community Builder
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 971
Likes: 182
From: DFW, TX
2014 E350 Wagon, 2025 GLC 350e, 2026 E53 Wagon
Only one microphone, in the "Roof Mounted Operating Unit" on the left side of it. The only thing under the "windshield plate" is the rain sensor and the multifunction camera.
Reply
Old Apr 7, 2014 | 10:50 PM
  #8  
pamiboy's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 1,306
Likes: 40
E 350
Thanks Guys.
Reply
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

 Verdad Gallardo
Old May 12, 2014 | 11:39 AM
  #9  
pamiboy's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 1,306
Likes: 40
E 350
I believe the microphone is on the dash. On the right side of the steering column. Or something that looks like a microphone. Can you guys tell me what it is ( if it's not the microphone). Thanks.
Reply
Old May 12, 2014 | 11:48 AM
  #10  
BenzV12's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 4,373
Likes: 945
W212 FL
Originally Posted by pamiboy
I believe the microphone is on the dash. On the right side of the steering column. Or something that looks like a microphone. Can you guys tell me what it is ( if it's not the microphone). Thanks.
It's a sensor for measuring the interior's weather or temperature sensor not microphone
Reply
Old May 12, 2014 | 12:30 PM
  #11  
pamiboy's Avatar
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 1,306
Likes: 40
E 350
Thanks
Reply
Old May 13, 2014 | 02:44 AM
  #12  
BenzV12's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 4,373
Likes: 945
W212 FL
Originally Posted by pamiboy
Thanks
No problem
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 

Thread Tools
Search this Thread
Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:
You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 05:59 AM.

story-0
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-1
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE
story-4
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction

Slideshow: The 190E Evolution II shows how a homologation necessity became a six-figure collector icon.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-22 17:53:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes is turning one of its core nameplates electric, and the details show just how serious this shift is.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:58:06


VIEW MORE
story-6
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know

Slideshow: Faster charging, longer range, and a controversial steer-by-wire system define the latest evolution of Mercedes-Benz EQS.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-15 10:35:34


VIEW MORE
story-7
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve

Slideshow: These overlooked Mercedes-Benz models never got the spotlight, but they quietly delivered more than most remember.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-13 19:35:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping

Slideshow: A well-used 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D with more than one million miles is now looking for a new owner, and it still appears ready for more.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-10 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used

Slideshow: From bulletproof sedans to surprisingly tough SUVs, these Mercedes models proved that the three-pointed star can go the distance.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-08 09:55:49


VIEW MORE