SL-Class (R230) 2003 -- 2012: Discussion on the SL500, SL550, SL600

SL/R230: What external source/ stereo

Old Apr 12, 2019 | 12:51 AM
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What external source/ stereo

Hi All!

Just bought a USB to 3,5mm jack to my 02 SL500, but no workey with a USB stick connected. Is it possible to make this work in some way? If not, what source would be preferred to connect to the 3,5mm jack? Music files only.

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Old Apr 13, 2019 | 11:26 AM
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You need a media player (like a phone, ipod or similar) of some sort to play your music. You can't just plug in a USB stick with music files.
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Old Apr 18, 2019 | 10:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Mattleycrue76
You need a media player (like a phone, ipod or similar) of some sort to play your music. You can't just plug in a USB stick with music files.
Yes, what you're trying to do is put a digital signal into an analog one. But there are kits that allow you to connect a USB input though the CD changer behind the drivers' seat, if you have one. I'm told the best way, however, is to replace the old radio and screen with a new one that already has the input.



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Old Apr 24, 2019 | 01:02 AM
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Thanks guys- Ipod it will be!

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