Mercedes-Benz NTG 5.5 User Manual

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Mercedes-Benz NTG 5.5 / 6 / MBUX Camera Video interface
Compatible with 7” , 8" , 10” and 12" screens
Compatible with cars like:
A-class (W177)
B-class (W247)
CLS-Coupé (C257)
New Sprinter (W907)
E-class W213 / C238
S-class (facelift from June 2017)
Dipswitch settings page 3-4
Rearviewcamera activation and reverse signal page 5
Installation, wiring and LVDS cable page 7 to 11
Troubleshooting page 12-17
Article code: 300 214

Mercedes-Benz NTG 5.5 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz
Connectivity	Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi
Apple CarPlay	Yes
Android Auto	Yes
Display Resolution	1920 x 720 pixels
Navigation	Yes
Voice Control	Yes
Hard Drive	Yes

Summary

Dipswitch Settings

DIP 6 Screen Size and Type Configuration

Configure DIP 6 settings for screen types (Touchscreen) and sizes (7-12 inch).

DIP 8 Camera and Guide Line Settings

Configure DIP 8 settings for rearview camera, front camera, and guide lines.

Rearview Camera Activation and Reverse Signal

Automatic Reverse Camera Switching

Interface automatically switches to reverse camera input via car's CANbus.

Manual Reverse Signal Connection Method

Connecting the reverse trigger wire to analog reverse light for activation.

Installation, Wiring, and LVDS Cable

Head Unit Removal and Connector Identification

Steps for removing the head unit and identifying power/CANbus and image connectors.

LVDS Cable Connection Procedure

Connecting the interface LVDS cables between the head unit and screen.

CANbus and Power Wiring (Version 1)

Connecting interface CANbus and power wires for head unit version 1.

CANbus and Power Wiring (Version 2)

Connecting interface CANbus and power wires for head unit version 2.

Troubleshooting

No OEM Image Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues when no OEM image is displayed.

Reverse Camera Not Displaying Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when the reverse camera image does not appear.

Reverse Signal Issues Without CANbus

Troubleshooting reverse signal activation when not using CANbus.

Black Screen After Reverse

Diagnosing why the screen turns black after engaging reverse.

Rearview Image Adjustment

Adjusting the position and borders of the rearview camera image.