mhh

I want to get a 3G iphone but the MB dealer tells me that there is that the kit released last year isn't compatible with 3G. Is this correct? Is a kit coming for 3G? I have an Australian spec 2008 S65.

deniska

I have found a way to use the iphone 3g with the factory kit (charging & playing).

https://mbworld.org/forums/cl55-amg-...d-kit-fix.html

cjf_moraga

My 3G works perfect well with bluetooth. But then I use a separate 80 Gbyte iPOd for music with the normal Pod kit. (The iPhone is far too small to hold anything substantial)

Chris

mhh

Thanks Chris - so it uploads contacts etc OK?

I have the ipod connector in the glove box but hate reading the track info in the speedo. Is there a better solution? I'm reduced to burning MP3 DVDs so I can read folder and track info in the Comand.

Mark

mhh

Thanks deniska. I'll check this out.

NJS430

My understanding is that Mercedes is working on a new cradle for the 3G. Until that is released, I would think its better to go with the bluetooth module which works very well with the 3G iphone. At least that is what I did. I'm not even sure it's worth it for me to change over to the cradle when it finally comes out.

I expect the 3G cradle will be released shortly after Apple releases their next version of the iphone which will undoubtedly be a different size or have a new type of connection.

cjf_moraga

Yes it works fine. All of my contacts are uploaded and visible.

Chris

aschb

Got a call from my MB dealer today. The new 3G cradle is on the way to be released very soon. Orders accepted already.

mhh

Excellent news - thanks for posting.

s600ed

Anybody able to get text message to display on command screen either via cradle or BT? I cant seem to get the text msgs and retrieve voicemail let alone play music.

MrMBenz1

Do you haven any more information regarding ordering the iPhone 3G cradle? Can it be ordered through my service department, or would I need to contact Wireless4mb? Any information would be greatly appreciated! Having always had a cradle for my MB phones in the past, I miss the functionality only the cradle can provide. Thanks again!

aschb

My MB dealer called me to let me know the 3G cradle is ready to order now, expects a long list of orders and delays. Of course he got my order immediatly. I will inform the forum when I got it delivered.

MrMBenz1

You don't happen to have the part number available, do you? My service/parts department has a habit of telling me things are not available when in fact they very much are. Thanks again for the heads up!

aschb

Got delivery today for the 3G cradle. Sorry I have no number available for the moment

MrMBenz1

If you haven't installed it yet, the part no. should be listed on the back side of the device... Regardless, let us know how you like it!

aschb

A 204 820 3951 but is not valid for Code 809 (Model 2009)! Seems it's working only for cars model 09.2004 to 06.2008. All other cars are excluded.

MrMBenz1

That's interesting, I can't see why it wouldn't work... Hopefully you can get that sorted it out. Thank you so much for your help, I truly appreciate the information!

emagni

How much does it cost and does it look similar to the non-3G cradle? Thanks.

aschb

Never seen the old version. I paid around US$ 450 (525 Swiss Francs incl. 7.6 VAT)

emagni

Thanks for the info. Here is the pic of the non-3g version http://www.comandonline.co.uk/images...ne_1_small.jpg

aschb

I exchanged my current cradle (Siemes phone) with the new Iphone 3G cradle. Very simple procedure. You have to pair the mobile with the cradle (Bluetooth button in the cradle). Up to 4 phones may be paired. The connection between the Iphone and the cradle is automatically.

If the car is equipped with a Media Interface or an Ipod Interface kit, it is possible to access the ipod functions of the Iphone in the cradle via COMAND (not yet tried)

To load the Iphone it must be placed in the cradle, otherwise keep it in your pocket or somewhere else within Bluetooth range)

NJS430

Are you sure you can access the ipod functions through command? My understanding is that even with the new cable it still only works through the steering wheel controls.

plahat

A2048202351 will work on W204 and it supports both iPhone and iPhone 3G.