Upgrade to DAB radio

[Omzy]

Hi all,

I have a B Class W246 (1.5l diesel).

It comes with a standard CD player and FM radio (see below).

I was wondering if it's possible to upgrade this to DAB? I have seen some DAB modules that work via an FM transmitter, but this isn't what I'm after. I want something that will integrate with my existing controls and display. Also is it possible to upgrade the display to a larger / higher res version?

What are my options?

 

[ioweddie]

The DAB signal is poor...I wouldn't bother

 

[AltonAnt]

There are android replacement units for the w246

US $729.88 29% OFF|LiisLee Car Multimedia GPS Audio Radio For Mercedes Benz MB B Class W246 B180 B200 B220 2011~2018 Original Style Navigation NAVI-in Car Multimedia Player from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

 

[Deleted member 126251]

Hi all,

I have a B Class W246 (1.5l diesel).

It comes with a standard CD player and FM radio (see below).



I was wondering if it's possible to upgrade this to DAB? I have seen some DAB modules that work via an FM transmitter, but this isn't what I'm after. I want something that will integrate with my existing controls and display. Also is it possible to upgrade the display to a larger / higher res version?

What are my options?

My wife has the same car - I have DAB in my car - I honestly don't know what the difference is except, for the availability of some stations............

 

[Deleted member 126251]

Hi all,

I have a B Class W246 (1.5l diesel).

It comes with a standard CD player and FM radio (see below).



I was wondering if it's possible to upgrade this to DAB? I have seen some DAB modules that work via an FM transmitter, but this isn't what I'm after. I want something that will integrate with my existing controls and display. Also is it possible to upgrade the display to a larger / higher res version?

What are my options?

These guys may be able to help you if you really want to spend the money.

Mercedes Retrofit Specialist - Comand.co.uk

 

[Alfie]

There are two good options. One is full factory DAB which isnt cheap, the other is USB DAB which is around £299 inc VAT.

 

[Omzy]

There are two good options. One is full factory DAB which isnt cheap, the other is USB DAB which is around £299 inc VAT.

Can you please point me in the direction of the USB DAB?

 

[Omzy]

There are android replacement units for the w246

US $729.88 29% OFF|LiisLee Car Multimedia GPS Audio Radio For Mercedes Benz MB B Class W246 B180 B200 B220 2011~2018 Original Style Navigation NAVI-in Car Multimedia Player from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

Wow that is really expensive considering it's coming from China!

 

[Sentralfyr]

I got this one in my C-class W205
Im quite happy with mine, it works like an Android phone.
You Also will keep all OEM functions
US $495.69 23% OFF|Aliexpress.com : Buy 10.25" Android Navigation display for Mercedes Benz B Class W246 2012 2015 touch screen GPS stereo dash multimedia player Radio from Reliable Car Multimedia Player suppliers on Road Top Factory Store
On these screens, i think you have to buy an extra DAB adaper such as this
US $27.85 15% OFF|Universal DAB+ Extension Antenna With USB Adapter Receiver For Android 4.4 5.1 6 7.1 Car Player Applicable For Europe Australia-in GPS Receiver & Antenna from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

Hare is a Little Demo how this works

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[AltonAnt]

Wow that is really expensive considering it's coming from China!

I specifically chose that unit as it has the best spec I could see e.g. 8 core CPU, 4gb ram snd 64gb rom.

 

[Sentralfyr]

Ok i see, but it is a great upgrade

 

[Omzy]

L

I got this one in my C-class W205
Im quite happy with mine, it works like an Android phone.
You Also will keep all OEM functions
US $495.69 23% OFF|Aliexpress.com : Buy 10.25" Android Navigation display for Mercedes Benz B Class W246 2012 2015 touch screen GPS stereo dash multimedia player Radio from Reliable Car Multimedia Player suppliers on Road Top Factory Store
On these screens, i think you have to buy an extra DAB adaper such as this
US $27.85 15% OFF|Universal DAB+ Extension Antenna With USB Adapter Receiver For Android 4.4 5.1 6 7.1 Car Player Applicable For Europe Australia-in GPS Receiver & Antenna from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

Hare is a Little Demo how this works

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Looks really good that. So can I use Google Maps with this? If so how will it get data connection (will it connect to my phone)?

 

[AltonAnt]

L

Looks really good that. So can I use Google Maps with this? If so how will it get data connection (will it connect to my phone)?

You can use a 4G dongle connected by USB, a MiFi device or tether your phone. Google maps can work in offline mode but the maps have a limited life of around two weeks. Other apps are available for offline nav and Waze etc for online.

 

[Deleted member 126251]

I got this one in my C-class W205
Im quite happy with mine, it works like an Android phone.
You Also will keep all OEM functions
US $495.69 23% OFF|Aliexpress.com : Buy 10.25" Android Navigation display for Mercedes Benz B Class W246 2012 2015 touch screen GPS stereo dash multimedia player Radio from Reliable Car Multimedia Player suppliers on Road Top Factory Store
On these screens, i think you have to buy an extra DAB adaper such as this
US $27.85 15% OFF|Universal DAB+ Extension Antenna With USB Adapter Receiver For Android 4.4 5.1 6 7.1 Car Player Applicable For Europe Australia-in GPS Receiver & Antenna from Automobiles & Motorcycles on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

Hare is a Little Demo how this works

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I cannot see how you could operate a touch screen while correctly seated and driving in a B-Class.

 

[Sentralfyr]

You probably have to lean forward a bit to reach it, depends how you sit.
I have no problem to reach it in my W205