Frankfurt Stereo MB

Retro car radio in the style of the 1970s (from 1970 onwards), reissued with modern technology.

PRO-LINE product*

• 3" Digital Colour Display
• DAB+ and FM High-End Tuner
• Bluetooth Twin Connect
• USB, AUX

Retro meets high-tech!

The perfect symbiosis of nostalgic design and modern technology: the FRANKFURT Stereo MB retro car radio – visually an original from the 1970s, technically a state-of-the-art device.

With the classic dimensions of 1970s dashboard devices, rotary and push buttons, and the striking pinstripe front with chrome frame, the FRANKFURT Stereo MB exudes authentic retro charm in the classic car cockpit. Beneath its timeless exterior lies state-of-the-art technology: equipped with a Blaupunkt high-end tuner, it offers FM, AM and DAB+ for excellent reception and sound.

In addition to classic radio reception, the device impresses above all with audio streaming and hands-free telephony via Bluetooth, including access to the smartphone phone book and voice assistants such as Siri or Google.

There is also a USB charging function for mobile phones, a steering wheel remote control connection and the option to deactivate ignition-plus detection.

Last but not least, the nostalgic radio delivers rich sound with a high level of user comfort thanks to various sound presets, a 4-channel preamplifier output, sub-out and 4x 75 watts (at 2 ohms) output power.

The device can be installed in various dashboard mounting slots. For example, mounting materials are included for axle mounting and 1-DIN mounting slots.

3-inch digital color display

The digital screen perfectly replicates the analog era, featuring a period-style frequency scale. On the Frankfurt Stereo models, a digital needle moves across the scale with striking realism when the user operates the station tuner, a design that bears a remarkable resemblance to the front panel of the original units. A special detail for classic car enthusiasts: the analog display can activate automatically during operation, much like a screensaver, and the scale can remain illuminated for a user-defined period even after the radio is turned off. For enthusiasts who showcase their vehicles at meets, exhibitions, or trade shows, this analog display creates a particularly authentic and period-correct overall look.

Authentic materials and a premium tactile feel

During development, Blaupunkt placed special emphasis on the quality of the controls and an authentic tactile experience. The front panels are made of genuine metal, conveying an exceptionally solid and premium impression from the very first touch. The rotary knobs and push-buttons were also deliberately designed to authentically replicate the feel of operating classic car radios from the 1960s and 1970s. Precise mechanics, high-quality materials, and tangible feedback during operation create an experience that comes remarkably close to the original.

Features

Radio

DAB+ and FM High-End tuner

Radiotext/DLS

Traffic function

Alphabetical DAB list

Travelstore

Service following (seamless)

Introscan (Band / Presets)

Connectivity

USB media player with MP2, MP3, WMA, FLAC, M4A (AAC), APE, WAV support

File browser

Folder support

Several playback modes

Audiostreaming with trackinfo / control

Apple iPod Support

USB-A, USB-C

AUX-Input (3.5 mm)

Bluetooth

Telephony via supplied external microphone

Audio Mix for mobile navigation

Voice assistant support (e.g. Siri, Google, Alexa)

Wake up on call

Twin Connect

Phone book access

Sound

Digital signal processing

2x 14 band equalizer

Sound presets

Loudness

4 channel pre amp out + Sub out

4x 50 Watt/ 4x 75 Watt (2 Ohm)

General

3" TFT colour display

Short installation depth

Frequency scale display (screensaver mode)

Permanent memory

IR remote option

SWC option

ACC detection can be deactivated

Charging function for mobile phones

Various installation options possible (with/without DIN slot)

*Blaupunkt PRO-LINE product

Best performance – best quality!

The BLAUPUNKT car multimedia and car radio products in the Pro-Line series offer the highest reception performance and stability in the area of ​​analog and digital radio reception thanks to exclusive tuner concepts.

The high-quality components and the even stricter quality controls, thanks to the Blaupunkt quality management program, increase the reliability and service life of the products.

Technical specifications

RADIO ANALOGUE/DIGITAL

Tuner type: Blaupunkt DAB+ and FM High-end tuner

World tuner: EU, Asia, USA, South America, Thailand, Japan

Frequency bands: FM, medium wave, DAB/DAB+

FM frequency band: 87.5 – 108 MHz

AM frequency band: 531–1602/530–1710 kHz

Channels (frequency band) DAB/DAB+: 5A–13F (174.928–239.200 MHz)

Number of station presets: 15x FM, 10x AM, 15x DAB

Station preset levels: FM1, FM2, FMT, AM, AMT, DAB1, DAB2, DAB3

Station preset levels can be deactivated: FM2, FMT, AM, AMT, DAB2, DAB3

Station display (PS): Yes

Radio text/Radio text Plus (RT/RT+): Yes/No

DLS/ENSEMBLE/SERVICE display: Yes/Yes/Yes

Alternative frequency function (AF): Yes

Traffic information priority (TA) FM/DAB: Yes/Yes

Automatic time setting: Yes

Enhanced Oth. Netw. (EON): No

Regional function (REG): Yes

Programme type identification/search (PTY) FM/DAB: Yes

Travelstore/number of memory locations: Yes/5x FMT, 5x AMT

Band scan/preset scan: Yes/Yes

Sensitivity (FM): Two levels (lo/dx)

Interference suppression (FM): Yes

Hi-Cut (FM): Yes (multi-stage switchable)

DAB station list: Yes, either alphabetical or by ensemble/channel

DAB-DAB service following: Yes

DAB-FM service following: Yes

Service scan: Yes

Ensemble/service change: Yes/Yes

Ensemble/service browsing: Yes/Yes

Seamless blending: Yes

Frequency response FM (Hz) -3 dB: 30 – 15,000

Frequency response DAB (Hz) +/- 3 dB: 20 – 20,000

MEDIA PLAYER

AUX rear: Yes (3.5 mm stereo jack plug)

AUX-IN automatic detection/activation: No/manual, can be deactivated in the menu

USB front: No

USB rear: Yes (1x type A, 1x type C)

Memory card reader: No

Concealed/protected front inputs: No

Compatible formatting (USB): FAT16, FAT32, exFAT

Maximum storage size (USB): ≤ 128 GB

Maximum number of files/folders (USB): ≤ 30,000

CD drive (for CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW): No

Playback formats: MP2, MP3, WMA, FLAC, M4A/AAC, WAV

Hi-Res audio file playback: No

Display options (depending on file format): ID3V2 (title, artist, album), folder, file, playing time

Folder & file browsing: Yes

iPod, iPhone control (iAP2, Lightning/USB-C): Yes (via rear USB)

Random playback folder/medium: Yes/Yes

Repeat track/folder/all: Yes/Yes/Yes

Fast forward/rewind with sound: Yes

Preview function: Yes (time adjustable)

BLUETOOTH

(Availability/support of functions depends on the phone/app used!)

Phone calls: Yes

Internal microphone: No

External microphone connection: Yes

Accept/reject calls: Yes/Yes

Access to phone book: Yes (max. 1,000 numbers)

Audio streaming: Yes

Fast forward/rewind: Yes

Preview function: Yes (time adjustable)

Display options: Title, artist, album, playing time

Access to voice assistants (e.g. Siri, Google, Alexa): Yes

Mobile phone navigation Audio mix: Yes

Auto wake-up on call: Yes (when radio is off + ignition is on), can be deactivated

Quick pairing without PIN: Yes

Automatic reconnection: Yes, last 5 devices

Bluetooth version: 5

Number of paired devices: Last 5

Number of simultaneously connected devices: 2

Supported profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, SPP

Audio codecs: aptX, AAC, SBC

RETRO MODE

Analogue FM frequency scale display during operation: Yes (manual or automatic after 10/30 seconds)

Analogue FM frequency scale display when switched off: Yes (when radio is off and ignition is on/ without ignition for 30/60/120/180 minutes)

SOUND

Equaliser (number of bands/design/quality filter): 2x 14/graphic/1.00-2.00

Bass/treble adjustment: Yes/Yes (+/- 12 steps)

Source-specific bass/treble adjustment: Yes

Balance/fader: Yes/Yes (+/- 7 steps)

HPF/LPF: Yes, separate for front/rear channels, variable

Loudness: Yes

Sound presets: Yes (rock, pop, classical)

Speaker outputs (channels): 4

Preamp outputs (channels, voltage): 4 (RCA, < 4 V)

Sub-out: 1 (RCA, variable gain/frequency)

Max. power: 4x 50 watts/ 4x 75 watts (2 ohms)

Sinusoidal power at 14.4 V: 4x 28 watts (according to DIN 45324)

GENERAL

Display: TFT, 250 x 800 pixels

Scrolling (ticker): Yes (one-time/repeating/off)

Display lighting colour: Colour screen

Button lighting colour: N/A

Day/night mode: Yes (sensor/dimmer connection/manual)

Night design when switched off (vehicle lights on): No

Brightness: Multi-level, variable (16 levels)

Time display: Yes

HMI languages: English, German

Hour timer (automatic switch-off when ACC is off): Yes, can be deactivated

Antenna inputs: FM DIN/ISO (adapter), DAB SMB (with 12 V phantom power)

Mute input/telephone mute: Yes (ground active)

External hands-free microphone connection: Yes

Remote control: Yes (IR sensor for card remote control, compatible with old RC-10)

Steering wheel remote control (SWC): Yes (analogue, programmable, pre-programmed)

Variable scan time: Yes (4, 8, 12, 16, 60 seconds)

Key tone: Yes (can be deactivated)

Control panel type: Fixed panel

Panel/decorative ring colour: Pinstripe/silver (chrome)

Software update: via USB

Permanent memory: Yes (settings & memory locations)

Demo mode: No

Operating voltage/power consumption: 12 volts (14.4 V) < 10A in operation, ACC off after 10 seconds < 3.5 mA

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

Instructions: Yes (languages: DE, EN, FR, IT, ES, PT, DA, NL, HU, PL, CS, SV, FI, NO, EL, TR, RO, BG, SL, SK)

External BT microphone: Yes (5 104 020 001 001)

Unlocking tool: Yes

Installation tool: Yes

Cleaning cloth: Yes

Connection cable (ISO A, B): Yes

Antenna adapter (DIN/ISO): Yes

1-DIN ISO slot: Yes

Installation material: Nuts, washers, for different installation options

DAB window antenna: Optional accessory (e.g.: 2 006 021 000 000)

Remote control: Optional accessory ( e.g.: IR remote control (card): 1 101 402 001 001, Cable remote control RC-24: 2 010 024 000 000, Steering wheel remote control RC-26: 2 010 025 000 001)

LOGISTICAL DATA

Dimensions of individual item: 144 x 188 x 58 mm

Weight of individual item: 1,047 g

Dimensions of sales packaging/decorative box: 221 x 94 x 225 mm

Weight of item with sales packaging/decorative box: 1,665 g

Dimensions of transport packaging: 585 x 235 x 246 mm

Weight of item with transport packaging: 1,665 g x 6 + 250 g

Number of items in transport packaging: 6

CERTIFICATIONS

CE-RED,

RoHs,

REACH,

E-Mark,

RCM,

FCC,

ISED,

UKCA