Overview

The Mr12Volt Apple CarPlay product for Mercedes NTG 3.0 is an aftermarket integration solution designed to bring modern smartphone connectivity—specifically Apple CarPlay and Android Auto—to older Mercedes-Benz vehicles that feature the NTG 3.0 multimedia system. Below are detailed features, compatible vehicles, and supported multimedia types.

Key Features

1. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Integration:
   1. Allows seamless integration of Apple CarPlay (for iPhone users) and Android Auto (for Android users).
   2. Offers access to key smartphone apps like Maps (Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze), Messages, Phone, Music (Apple Music, Spotify, etc.), and other third-party apps (e.g., WhatsApp, Audible).
   3. Supports both wired and wireless connections, enabling users to connect their smartphones via USB or wirelessly depending on the product version.
2. Retains OEM Functionality:
   1. Works in tandem with the existing Mercedes NTG 3.0 system without requiring removal or modification of factory components.
   2. Preserves original controls, including the rotary dial/COMAND controller and steering wheel buttons, for navigating the CarPlay or Android Auto interface.
   3. The original NTG 3.0 display is used for CarPlay and Android Auto output, maintaining the factory look and feel.
3. Multimedia Support:
   1. Audio and Video Playback: Supports Bluetooth audio streaming from your smartphone and allows for video playback through compatible apps when the car is stationary.
   2. High-Quality Audio: Offers full digital sound integration with the vehicle’s audio system, maintaining high-quality audio output for music, podcasts, and other audio content.
   3. Hands-Free Calling: Facilitates hands-free calling via Bluetooth, CarPlay, or Android Auto, improving communication without needing to handle your phone.
   4. Voice Commands: Supports voice assistants like Siri for Apple CarPlay and Google Assistant for Android Auto, allowing for hands-free operation via voice commands.
4. Backup Camera and Front Camera Support:
   1. Many Mr12Volt kits also offer the option to integrate a reverse camera and/or front camera into the system. This feature enables the display of the camera feed on the original NTG 3.0 screen when the vehicle is in reverse.
5. Simple, Plug-and-Play Installation:
   1. Designed for a plug-and-play installation, meaning no complex wiring or major modifications to the car’s electronics are required. The product often connects directly to the factory harness.
      1. Includes necessary wiring and modules to interface with the NTG 3.0 system.
6. Firmware Updates:
   1. Many Mr12Volt systems support firmware updates, ensuring that the unit can receive new features, bug fixes, and compatibility updates over time.

How it works

• Mr12volt is selected through TV features of Mercedes NTG 3.0
• No coding tools or Factory TV module is needed, once Mr12volt CarPlay module is installed successfully (pressing both "Return" and "C" buttons will activate the "TV" option in menu)
• Supports aftermarket cameras up to AHD720
• Supports the integration of OEM microphone 
• Both MB and Mr12volt Bluetooth can be connected at the same time. MB will handle as HF/call and Mr12volt as HF/Media (as a result, MB HF takes over Mr12volt when a call is received)

(Unlike other products that use "AUX in" as an audio source which downgrades the audio quality)
Mr12volt uses the MOST optical system and utilises "TV" video input, therefore providing a high end digital to digital sound quality. If you have a Harmon Kardon or high sound system, Mr12volt is your choice!!

No hassel to look for Coding. Mr12volt Module comes with a Built-In TV enabling function with NO third party coding tools required

And how do i activate TV function with Mr12volt??
After installing Mr12volt, simply press  "Disc/Radio" + Return" buttons together for 5 secs, TV Menu will appear immediately

* In case a Factory TV module is fitted, it has to be disabled and bypassed with a loop connector

Compatible Vehicles

• The Mr12Volt CarPlay kit is compatible with vehicles featuring the NTG 3.0 multimedia system. These include:

  • W221 S-class  2006 - 2008 (pre-facelift)
  • W216 CL-class  2006-2008 (pre-facelift)

These models come with the NTG 3.0 system, which was the factory-fitted infotainment solution in these vehicles before the introduction of later NTG versions.