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1. Could you swap back in the old one if you wanted?
Yes it was all plug and play. The tricky part is carefully laying everything out before hand so that you know what is going where.
2. Any weird issues?
Let's just say the instructions are on the light side of helpful. Although they are better than nothing. However the @megacrazy diagram did help sort things out as well!
The tricky parts for me were that I needed to remove the fiber connection from my original COMAND connector and install them in the new COMAND connector from the Android cable.
Also that there is a cable with no English markings on it and Google translate was confused by it "Lady at the corner, donkey coffee" it said. There is a cable marked AUX that you need to connect inline to the right dash fuse panel. You have to remove the right dash fuse panel and route the aux line over the top of the glovebox, I used an electricians fish tape for this, but a straightened wire coat hanger would have worked. Once there you just disconnect the only connector on the fuse panel that looks like the AUX cable connector and connect the AUX cable inline. The other end of this connects to the Android harness at the "Lady on the corner" cable..
3. Does it dim with the other lights?
Yes and this is switchable via the Android software settings. You can also set the amount of muting that occurs when you put the car in reverse, which really helps my male brain focus on not killing anything behind me.
Any other tips or learnings?
I saw it written in another thread ... take your time.
Also, I am using the MB telephone and radio and the Android maps (Waze) and Spotify. If I connect my phone's bluetooth to the Android unit I can play any media (Apple Music, Spotify, etc.) from my phone and it shows up on the BT music display on the Android. However, I have found that any calls made while the Bluetooth is connected leave me unable to hear the other party, but they can hear me. I've tried this with and without the MBPhoneSystem puck installed in the center console. I've not tested it, but I believe the speaker that comes with the unit is the way to enable called/calling party sound, so I just deferred to the MB interface and disconnected BT.
The unit is supposed to support Android Auto if you install it, but I don't really need it so I haven't checked it out.
Shipping was fast actually, considering it was China. Ordered on a Thursday and it arrived on Wednesday - 6 days including customs, not bad for 'shipping included' pricing.
That's the same one I bought as far as I remember. Why is your homescreen all different? Hmm.
Pretty sure this just has the latest software build on it, it has been seen on another vendor's YouTube channel. The date on the software was July 2nd I believe, I can verify tonight if that helps?
Pretty sure this just has the latest software build on it, it has been seen on another vendor's YouTube channel. The date on the software was July 2nd I believe, I can verify tonight if that helps?
No it's ok. I was just curious. They always make little changes to these units...some for the better some not so much. I might ask for a fresh image from the vendor at some point if any of the changes are worth it.
Got this yesterday and hooked up to my 30 pin cable after the dealer activated the AUX input. It's perfect. Sound quality is top notch, pairing was easy (have engine running) and it re-pairs quickly every time
No it's ok. I was just curious. They always make little changes to these units...some for the better some not so much. I might ask for a fresh image from the vendor at some point if any of the changes are worth it.
I saw on Chris the Swede's website that he sells two versions now, either this new interface or the original interface.
Got this yesterday and hooked up to my 30 pin cable after the dealer activated the AUX input. It's perfect. Sound quality is top notch, pairing was easy (have engine running) and it re-pairs quickly every time
Yes, that map you see above is Waze. One thing to remember is that you need an active Internet connection for Waze to work, as well as GPS. Without the Internet there is no routing, map updates, community updates or traffic.
The methods available (as mentioned in the Android thread) are;
- Use your phone as Wifi Hotspot
- Use a Mifi hotspot
- Put a GSM SIM compatible with the country you are in into the Android unit. I actually have a spare SIM but have not tried to see if this new-generation unit works with it yet.
Out of interest how much data does Waze need? I have a daily commute that is about 45 minutes. I've heard it is good for routing you around problems which I often run into.
I understand I could use phone as WiFi hotspot as you mentioned, but was thinking of keeping an old Android phone in the car with a SIM in. In the UK so we have an offer where you get 200mb free per month: https://www.tigermobiles.com/blog/th...ta-reward-sim/
Is that enough? Any real world figures I can find?
Out of interest how much data does Waze need? I have a daily commute that is about 45 minutes. I've heard it is good for routing you around problems which I often run into.
I understand I could use phone as WiFi hotspot as you mentioned, but was thinking of keeping an old Android phone in the car with a SIM in. In the UK so we have an offer where you get 200mb free per month: https://www.tigermobiles.com/blog/th...ta-reward-sim/
Is that enough? Any real world figures I can find?
Most of the data usage will come from map downloads. If you always drive in the same area then that should be minimal. My guess would be probably about 40 hours of usage for 200MB.
Most of the data usage will come from map downloads. If you always drive in the same area then that should be minimal. My guess would be probably about 40 hours of usage for 200MB.
Thanks for that, that should easily last me for a month then so looks like I can keep it free!
Guys, I have one related question regarding the installation. I drive 2007 CL63 AMG. I've watched a video showcasing COMAND system removal, however, it seems that it is based on S-class and on CL it looks a bit different. I've consulted my WIS system and found this kind of procedure:
So, basically it means the removal of the WHOLE front cover, instead of just one panel in case of S-class. Is this a correct procedure to follow on CL?
Oh, thanks a lot for the swift reply. The guide will be much better if they've added a bit of text description as well. Three more questions (bare with me, please):
1) Step number 2. I could only take the internal part of the cup holders out, not the whole unit. Should I apply more force?
2) Step number 4. I just take the plastic panel remover and take this vent off? It is not being hold by something like a screw?
3) Step 8. Don't really understand what is going on here. What are these wires in the center of console?
another hidden method to wind up the volume of a merc iPod interface...
(on my w221 it shows software and hardware version but on mine not the vol adjustment feature some kits have.... ) maybe on the later box....
Entering Diagnostic Mode:
Plug in your iPod, select AUX input and select the Audio iPod display on the cluster.
Now hold down the 'telephone hangup' and 'down arrow' buttons for about 8 seconds. The display will change to the diagnostic display and show the software version of the iPod controller
After a few seconds it will change to show the hardware version
If lucky... after a few seconds it will switch to showing the current volume setting.
If you now press the up arrow the volume setting will increase and the display will change to show the higher volume setting:
Pressing the down arrow will set it back to the low volume settings.
If you don't touch any buttons for a few seconds the system will then switch back to the normal audio display.
i did this procedure to check setting volume for ipod but it just show only HW and SW, volume never show therefore i can't increase ipod volume.
anyone success to change iPod volume by this procedure? Any possible for upgrade command for WW221 2007-2009 for ipod control via command instead of instrument clusters?
So I have an 08 W221 and currently I have an Iphone 4 that sits in the glove box... It needs to be charged if I want to use it...
What I am seeing here is that THIS cable, which I had already in the car, will charge at 5a... So basically if I just go on ebay and buy an 08 ipod it will charge? That would be fine enough for me. I could put all kinds of good music and audiobooks on it.
i did this procedure to check setting volume for ipod but it just show only HW and SW, volume never show therefore i can't increase ipod volume.
anyone success to change iPod volume by this procedure? Any possible for upgrade command for WW221 2007-2009 for ipod control via command instead of instrument clusters?
if you read my post I say here's a method to check... there is NO volume tweak on the early 221 ipod hardware, but there is for other models.
there was supposed to be issue with the early box and either diagnostics or some features of the car played up... there was always a later box that did jack up the volume, but I'd never seen one, I thought it was the same but ending with a B but another recent post says this guy bought one in 2010 listing a part number I'd never heard of 67824567 …. I thought it was rubbish but a search came up with 4 ads on ebay all saying its for the 221. I 've got one coming (it was dead cheap - as are most without the wires) its hardware is 3 years newer and software from 10.09 and it called an ipod interface 2
on my car whenever you check on xentry for updates for the telematics, it throws its teddies "the control unit software could not be determined" yet all the kit works and aside from the early ipod interface its all on the vehicle data card. It was successfully updated by Merc main dealer in Oct 2014 and its all working. On another report it lists all the part numbers and software OK. I was wondering if its one of my modules in the wrong order but garage say not (Comand, Tuner, Telephone, TV, DAB) so I wonder if its the early ipod box....
I had some updates this year and since the ipod has played up a few times, locked the system up once, and I have a bug where the Nav mute has vanished, I'm still looking at that but this box might be an interesting one to swap out and see what happens
Did you get the part 67824567 and try to increase volume?
Im in the market for the full kit if anyone has one.
there was the kit on eBay being sold by “dealersalessolutions” on eBay for $583.78 but when I emailed them asking what was included in the kit, Their response was
We are very sorry as this was listed in error and we do not currently have this to ship. We apologize again for this mistake on our part.
Adam Customer Relations Associate Dealer Sales Solutions LLC.
This listing has since been ended
Originally Posted by BOTUS
if you read my post I say here's a method to check... there is NO volume tweak on the early 221 ipod hardware, but there is for other models.
there was supposed to be issue with the early box and either diagnostics or some features of the car played up... there was always a later box that did jack up the volume, but I'd never seen one, I thought it was the same but ending with a B but another recent post says this guy bought one in 2010 listing a part number I'd never heard of 67824567 …. I thought it was rubbish but a search came up with 4 ads on ebay all saying its for the 221. I 've got one coming (it was dead cheap - as are most without the wires) its hardware is 3 years newer and software from 10.09 and it called an ipod interface 2
on my car whenever you check on xentry for updates for the telematics, it throws its teddies "the control unit software could not be determined" yet all the kit works and aside from the early ipod interface its all on the vehicle data card. It was successfully updated by Merc main dealer in Oct 2014 and its all working. On another report it lists all the part numbers and software OK. I was wondering if its one of my modules in the wrong order but garage say not (Comand, Tuner, Telephone, TV, DAB) so I wonder if its the early ipod box....
I had some updates this year and since the ipod has played up a few times, locked the system up once, and I have a bug where the Nav mute has vanished, I'm still looking at that but this box might be an interesting one to swap out and see what happens
I think it no worth to install ipod interface, I have ipod interface equipped on my car, however volume is low and sound quality is not as expected, it;s advised that I need to purchase ipod inline amplifier, I ordered it but get cancelled due to equipment no longer available, in addition you can only control ipod via steering wheel button therefore it's very slow and inconvenience. Finally I give up event ipod interface is originally equipped.
Did you get the part 67824567 and try to increase volume?
Im in the market for the full kit if anyone has one.
the joy of that part is that the wiring loom is also a later part !!! and finding the later loom makes getting hold of the early loom look about as hard as trying to find spaghetti in pasta factory
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