Eagle4kw

Hi all, I am new in here. I have a 2003 SL500. I was wondering if can upgrade the telephone system in the vehicle to use Apple Iphone or any other by bluetooth? Can I install a new telephone system like the ones installed on models 2011? Thanks

jmf003

You want the "Bluetooth puck," more formally called the "Mercedes-Benz V60 adaptor with Bluetooth® wireless technology."

It's not perfect but it will let you connect a modern phone with your R230 over Bluetooth. I've been using one for 4-5 years with my '03.

bob55

If you want complete integration with your MB's Command module just pick up a new Verizon V60s phone to replace the ATT V60i phone that came with your car since the V60i is no longer supported. This phone works fine with the older V60 cradle you have now. You can buy a new V60s phone for $175 from cellguy85 on ebay (Keith Valentine). It will come complete with the installed MB proprietary software and an MB Logo front cover. The same phone purchased from AWS, (MB's Wireless Partner) would costs you over $600. (Yes, they still sell them).

If you need more information on any MB Cellphone or Bluetooth option call Keith Valentine at (714) 746-5930. Keith was formerly an MB Cellphone System Installer and knows all the MB systems inside and out. Bluetooth can enable you to use a more up-to-date smartphone, but you won't have full function/integration going that route. If you want all the VCS/Command functions to work perfectly, and you like using the car's more powerful antenna and having the car charge your phone while driving, thent he V60s is still the best option, (and at a bargain price from Keith).

rwnevinger

Your car has the phone cradle installed in the center console. JMF is right, go with the v60 puck. My v60 paired with my iPhone, and I had no problem accessing my contacts via steering wheel, and I has happy with dash integration. Considering how much technology has changed, the COMAND 2.0 and iPhone have been more reliable than I expected.

Stoofpilot

I just bought a 2004 SL 500 and there is no cradle in the center console. Is there any way I can add Bluetooth and a phone and use my Command functions?

bob55

Yep...Keith has the kit, a cradle, a Verizon V60s phone to fit, or the bluetooth puck which allows you to use a current phone. I posted his number a few posts back. Better hurry though...those parts are scarce these days!

Late

Has anyone successfully paired a Droid phone with the v60 puck? i definitely want to pick one up if it works.

Ben Boshoff

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Before investing ion the puck, make sure that your car has the proper interface for it in the center console (see below for an example). Not all cars came with the cell phone interface. If you don't have that MHI connector, then the puck will do not good and adding the electronics to retrofit that connector into your car is generally prohibitively expensive (if you can even find the parts).