globetrotter

Has anyone found a way to direct wire an iPod in a 2005 SL500? The FM transmitter route just doesn't cut it. Thanks.

jsera

I too would like to know

rcoppens

Need an ipod integration kit from MB or Dension

Rick SL55

Dension is the way to go, do a search and will found more info.
I'm also thinking to buy a Dension system for my SL55.

ianzeuss

MB dealer can hardwire an aux connect for ipod-$750.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I've searched around at aftermarket audio shops, they all same the same thing. No one makes a kit for the comand unit, thats where my search ended.
Good luck!!

mikeinsf

I'm looking into this currently as well. I don't know yet, but I think for some 2005 models there is a door inside the glove box behind which there is a connector for which an adapter can be purchased. For others, I think the Dennison DICE kit is necessary. My car falls into the latter category, and I'm researching options for installation in the Bay Area right now. If anyone knows of any reputable installation shops in or near SF, please let me know.

Rook3300

@mikeinsf, in my research I've found that there were AUX plugs in the models before 2005 (2003, 2004). They eliminated in 2005 and beyond for some reason -- probably to sell their incredibly overpriced iPod integration kit.

@ianzeuss, Is it only your dealer that will wire an AUX plug? And for which model/year will they do that?

Rook

shaffras

Where is the AUX plug located?

JackStraw

Let us know when he succeeds. Would love to know how he does it and how it works.

DeLorean00

In the dash glove box. Its on the left side of the compartment. You would never see it if you didn't know it was there.

rcoppens

I understand that for the 05 SL, the cd changer can be swapped out for a Dension kit to operate in its place, with full steering wheel and COMAND integration......

Does anyone know which Dension kit will do this (ie the Gateway 500, etc.)?

Rick SL55

Dension GW51MO2 for 2005
Search at dension.com

DeLorean00

http://www.incartronics.com has options for your car if it was not wired stock. Take a look.

mikeinsf

At Incartronics, their iPod / BT system will run $1079 in parts.
The Denison Gatway system parts can be found on Ebay for around $650.

Is there something better about the incartronics system that warrants the extra $450 in cost?

mikeinsf

Just took the plunge and ordered the Dension Gateway 500 system off Ebay. I'll post feedback and put up a demo on Youtube once I recieve it and have it installed. Likely to take a few weeks I imagine.

Robertpel99

I have a 2005 as well. If you do not mind me asking, how much was it?? What do you think installation will run and who do you plan to have do it?

mikeinsf

It was $439 including ground shipping. It's the best price I've seen. Search for the model number: GW51MO2. I'm not sure about the install yet. I'm looking for a reputable shop in the Bay Area. In the past I've been to too many other places who end up with extra parts of your car left over after they're done. I'm trying to avoid that this time. I'm guessing the install will cost $200-300.

If anyone has a recommendation for an install shop within 50 miles of San Francisco, please let me know.

mikeinsf

For those who have aftermarket iPod contollers installed, do you usually run the cable to the center console or the glovebox? I'm not sure which I want to do.

shaffras

I found the aux jack in the glove box on my 2003 but I can't get it to fuction. When I plug the IPOD in I get no change in audio, radion continues to play and I can't find anyway to bring up an aux fuction on the sreen. What am I missing.

Thanks

mikeinsf

Got my Dension Gateway installed. I'm able to change the COMAND unit to CD-changer, and have audio feed in to the system from the iPod. There's a little switch I flick (part of the Dension wiring) that allows me to change between sourcing the CD-changer and the iPod, both via the CD-changer setting on the COMAND.

PROBLEM: None of the track text comes thru to the head unit or the console from teh iPod. All i see on the comand unit is Track 01, Track 02, etc...

Can anyone out there provide any insights on what the installer may have done wrong? As I understand it, this should support full text in the instrument cluster and the COMAND unit.