Fiber Optic (MOST) adapter for Mercedes-Benz.
The Gizmo Guy Gadget Bluetooth Adapter lets you upgrade your car radio in Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, or BMW while keeping the premium factory sound system (Harman/Kardon, Bose) and subwoofer. Installation is easy, but requires the fiber optic loop to remain intact and other factory audio components (CD changer, satellite radio, phone) to stay connected.
The Fiber Optic(MOST) adapter allows you to retain the factory Mercedes-Benz MOST amplifier audio system(Harman/Kardon or BOSE) when installing ANY aftermarket radios. The output from all speakers including subwoofer and premium sound quality. This makes for a nice clean easy install.
When installing this interface into your Mercedes-Benz/Porsche/BMW you must make sure that the fiber optic signal loop is not broken. If you have other devices which can include the original CD Changer, satellite radio, and telephone module they must stay connected to the fiber optic signal loop consistently.
Upgrade Mercedes Benz Fiber Optic Audio System while keeping the factory amp!
This ingenious fiber optic adapter seamlessly which makes how to connect Bluetooth to an old Mercedes Benz radio without the need of an aftermarket radio with your existing high-quality sound system (Harman/Kardon, Bose, etc.). Simply add Enjoy premium audio from all speakers, including the subwoofer, without compromising on ease of installation.
Key points:
- Works with Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and BMW vehicles
- Maintains the original fiber optic loop for a clean install
- Compatible with other factory audio components like CD changer, satellite radio, and phone module
Note: Ensure the fiber optic loop remains intact during installation.
Additional benefits:
- Avoids the hassle of replacing speakers
- Preserves factory sound quality
- Wider range of aftermarket radio options
NOTE: This does NOT support the D2B fiber optic system. If your fiber optic cable has these D2B connectors our MOST interface will not work.
Add Bluetooth to Mercedes Factor Radio has three models for different cars, so please make sure you provide the correct information of your car when placing the order to avoid mistakes.
Version 1:
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2003-2008
Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 2003-2008
Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2002-2008
Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2003-2008
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2003-2008
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 2004-2008
Version 2:
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2005-2008
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 2009-2012
Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 2005-2008
Mercedes-Benz CLS 2009-2012
Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2009-2012
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class 2005-2011
Mercedes-Benz ML-Class 2005-2011
Mercedes-Benz R-Class 2005-2011
Mercedes-Benz SLK 2009-2012
Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2009-2012
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 2009-2012
Porsche Boxster 2005-2011
Porsche Cayenne 2005-2011
Porsche Cayman 2005-2011
Porsche 977/911 2005-2011
Version 3:
BMW 1 Series (E82/E87) 2008-2012
BMW 3 Series (E90/E91/E92/E93) 2006-2011
BMW 5 Series (E60/E61) 2004-2010
BMW X1(E84) 2009-2015
BMW X3(E83) 2003-2010
BMW X5(E70) 2006-2013
BMW X6(E71) 2008–2014
BMW Z4(E89) 2009-2016
MBZ COMAND / MOST / D2B Navigation Infotainment System Explained Simple Solution for Optical Upgrade
1. Yellow wire-Positive of battery(usually it is the yellow wire from the aftermarket head unit main harness).
2. Red wire- ACC wire(usually it is the red wire from the aftermarket head unit main harness).
3. Black wire-GND(usually it is the black wire from the aftermarket head unit main harness).
4. RCA audio input connects to the Front left and Front right audio output of the aftermarket head unit
5. Fiber optics plug connects to the fiber optics plug on your car
Frequently asked questions:
Q. Why are there only TWO RCA inputs?
A: It only supports stereo input from your front Left and Front Right RCA audio output.
Q. If it is only using TWO RCA audio cables how will get sound from all of my speakers?
A: The MOST interface will convert the TWO RCA audio signals into a fiber optic signal your factory amplifier can understand. Your Harmon Kardon amplifier will distribute sound to all of your speakers including your subwoofer.
Q. Can I control fade and balance after this is installed?
A: You can control only LEFT RIGHT balance since it is only using those two RCA audio cables. No fading from front to back.
Q. Does this support steering wheel button controls?
A: This does not add or remove the steering wheel button control. It only has one function and that is to convert RCA audio into a fiber optic signal the factory amplifier can understand.