{"product_id":"optic-fiber-decoder-3306","title":"Fiber optic decoder | Mercedes E\/CLS\/S\/SL\/SLK\/CL | 2000 to 2004","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"247\"\u003eCTX-3306 Fiber Optic Decoder\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it possible to neatly and effortlessly connect an aftermarket Android car radio to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"414\"\u003eoriginal Bose or Harman Kardon sound system\u003c\/strong\u003e in your \u003cstrong data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eMercedes\u003c\/strong\u003e from model years \u003cstrong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"466\"\u003e2000 to 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thanks to this decoder, which uses the original \u003cstrong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"560\"\u003efiber optic connection\u003c\/strong\u003e, you do not need to run cables through the car to the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eThis allows you to retain the original amplifier and speakers while still being able to enjoy the latest infotainment features of an aftermarket car radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis fiber optic decoder is suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eMercedes E-Class (W210) – 2000 to 2002\u003cbr data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eMercedes S-Class (W220) – 2000 to 2003\u003cbr data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eMercedes SL-Class (R230) – 2003 to 2004\u003cbr data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eMercedes SLK-Class (R171) – 2000 to 2004 (transition year)\u003cbr data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eMercedes C-Class (W203) – 2001 to 2004\u003cbr data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003eMercedes CL-Class (C215) – 2000 to 2003\u003cbr data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eMercedes CLK-Class (C208 \/ C209) – 2001 to 2004\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e✅ Only suitable for vehicles with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eBose or Harman Kardon audio via fiber optics (MOST system)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eHow does the car radio Fiber Optic Decoder work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eCTX-3306\u003c\/strong\u003e converts the digital audio signal running from the amplifier to the speakers via the fiber optic cable into a usable signal for an aftermarket radio. This keeps the original speakers and amplifier fully active, but replaces the audio source with your new car radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eThis allows you to seamlessly switch to Android, CarPlay, or other modern systems without making any changes to the original wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eConnection \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eYou can usually recognize the fiber optic connection by the orange cable behind the original factory radio. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eCTX-3306\u003c\/strong\u003e is placed behind the aftermarket radio and connected directly to the car radio and the orange fiber cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eThe installation is technically simple but requires basic knowledge of automotive systems. The decoder comes with an installation manual so you can perform the mounting correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eThis product is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003eonly required in combination with Bose or Harman Kardon\u003c\/strong\u003e. Do you not have an original premium audio system? Then the CTX-3306 is not necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003eDo all original speakers work with the CTX-3306?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eYes, all original speakers remain fully functional via the fiber optic channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eCan I control each speaker individually?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003eNo. Control is routed via one shared fiber optic channel. Individual speaker control per channel is not possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2723\"\u003eIs the original amplifier retained?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2726\"\u003eYes, the original Bose or Harman Kardon amplifier remains fully active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2847\"\u003eDo I need to run cables to the trunk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003eNo, that is not necessary. The connection is made entirely behind the radio via the fiber optic link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2997\"\u003eIs the decoder suitable for every Mercedes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3000\"\u003eNo, only for the listed models with Bose or Harman Kardon and a MOST fiber optic system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3331\"\u003eWill my original CD changer still work after replacing the radio?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3334\"\u003eNo. If you have an original CD changer supplied by Mercedes from the factory, it will no longer function after replacing the original radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3553\"\u003eCan I continue to use the original radio antennas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3553\" data-end=\"3556\"\u003eNo, it is not possible to reconnect the original radio antennas. In that case, we recommend using \u003cstrong data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3738\"\u003efree digital radio via CarPlay or Android Auto\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3496\" data-end=\"3739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003eCan I connect any aftermarket car radio with this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3156\"\u003eYes, the CTX-3306 is suitable for all common aftermarket Android car radios with an RCA audio output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3741\" data-end=\"3744\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3746\" data-end=\"3772\"\u003eImportant to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"4036\"\u003eThis item is only necessary if your \u003cstrong data-start=\"3822\" data-end=\"3834\"\u003eMercedes\u003c\/strong\u003e is equipped with an original \u003cstrong data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"3926\"\u003eBose or Harman Kardon audio system with fiber optics (MOST)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Without this system, the decoder is not needed and a standard connection works via speaker wires.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cartronix","offers":[{"title":"Standaard","offer_id":54957378994522,"sku":"CTX-3306","price":159.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/0730\/2490\/files\/CTX-3306_4.png?v=1791661768","url":"https:\/\/cartronix.eu\/en\/products\/optic-fiber-decoder-3306","provider":"Cartronix.eu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}