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Ok so I took back my Motorola s9 because of skipping problems with mt T Mobile Wing & now ive got the perfect headset, Its a Insignia Ns-Bthdp paid $53.49 @ Best Buy.
Ok it charged in 3 hours ,paired up nice and re paired when I shut off the device with no problems.Its SUPER LOUD ...wow I couldnt believe how loud these things are ..but its not as clear as the s9's were, I think if I add the EQ to my phone, I can fix that.
On a call it had a small echo effect for the the other party but on my end the call is in stereo(yes).These sit on the ear not in it and wrap the neck like the s9's.
The controls will take some getting use to, it will beep when theres an incoming call so you can answer, and you can return the last call as well.
So wing lovers there you have it a cheap stereo bluetooth headset that wont SKIP and its loud,light,and did I say it dosen't (SKIP)...lol

residentEvil said:
Ok so I took back my Motorola s9 because of skipping problems with mt T Mobile Wing & now ive got the perfect headset, Its a Insignia Ns-Bthdp paid $53.49 @ Best Buy.
Ok it charged in 3 hours ,paired up nice and re paired when I shut off the device with no problems.Its SUPER LOUD ...wow I couldnt believe how loud these things are ..but its not as clear as the s9's were, I think if I add the EQ to my phone, I can fix that.
On a call it had a small echo effect for the the other party but on my end the call is in stereo(yes).These sit on the ear not in it and wrap the neck like the s9's.
The controls will take some getting use to, it will beep when theres an incoming call so you can answer, and you can return the last call as well.
So wing lovers there you have it a cheap stereo bluetooth headset that wont SKIP and its loud,light,and did I say it dosen't (SKIP)...lol
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residentEvil said:
Ok so I took back my Motorola s9 because of skipping problems with mt T Mobile Wing & now ive got the perfect headset, Its a Insignia Ns-Bthdp paid $53.49 @ Best Buy.
Ok it charged in 3 hours ,paired up nice and re paired when I shut off the device with no problems.Its SUPER LOUD ...wow I couldnt believe how loud these things are ..but its not as clear as the s9's were, I think if I add the EQ to my phone, I can fix that.
On a call it had a small echo effect for the the other party but on my end the call is in stereo(yes).These sit on the ear not in it and wrap the neck like the s9's.
The controls will take some getting use to, it will beep when theres an incoming call so you can answer, and you can return the last call as well.
So wing lovers there you have it a cheap stereo bluetooth headset that wont SKIP and its loud,light,and did I say it dosen't (SKIP)...lol
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Hi Evil:
Sorry to ask a stupid question, but you may be able to save me some research, for what I believe may be an easy question. I just got the headphones you mentioned. They are great.
I was able to easily pair them with my Tilt, but once I turned off, next time I went to use them, I turned on bluetooth, and nothing.
Is there some additional step I need to take to get them working?
Basically all I did was make sure the headphones were on, then turned on bluetooth on phone. Am I missing something?
Thanks!
PS: Please forgive my ignorance. I have never used a bluetooth device, and it doesn't explain anything beyond pairing in the manual for the headphones

I also have the Tilt (TyTN II), but have the i-Tech BlueBand R (which I love).
Somebody correct me if I'm wrong, but one annoyance with using this BT headset with my TyTN II is the need to go into the BT menu and manually activate the pairing every time, i.e., go to BT settings, turn on BT, go to Devices, long click on the i-Tech and choose "set as hands-free" and/or "set as wireless stereo."
Am I expecting too much? Or is this just that way BT stereo headsets work?
cincy1020 said:
Hi Evil:
Sorry to ask a stupid question, but you may be able to save me some research, for what I believe may be an easy question. I just got the headphones you mentioned. They are great.
I was able to easily pair them with my Tilt, but once I turned off, next time I went to use them, I turned on bluetooth, and nothing.
Is there some additional step I need to take to get them working?
Basically all I did was make sure the headphones were on, then turned on bluetooth on phone. Am I missing something?
Thanks!
PS: Please forgive my ignorance. I have never used a bluetooth device, and it doesn't explain anything beyond pairing in the manual for the headphones
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My HTC Touch Cruise and my Samsung SBH-170 connect automatically as soon as the headphones are turned on. Pressing play on the headphones starts my music only if either HTC Audiomanager or Windows Media Player are already running. My older Qtek 8310 (HTC Tornado) however would also start Windows Media Player on its own once I pressed play on the headphones.
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rigelstuff said:
I also have the Tilt (TyTN II), but have the i-Tech BlueBand R (which I love).
Somebody correct me if I'm wrong, but one annoyance with using this BT headset with my TyTN II is the need to go into the BT menu and manually activate the pairing every time, i.e., go to BT settings, turn on BT, go to Devices, long click on the i-Tech and choose "set as hands-free" and/or "set as wireless stereo."
Am I expecting too much? Or is this just that way BT stereo headsets work?
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Well, as it turns out, I had a defective headset. After exchanging it, it is no longer necessary to pair each time.
Regel, you are correct, it is VERY annoying to have to go in each time, and select "set as hands-free" and/or "set as wireless stereo."
Does anyone have a workaround for this, so that it will automatically use as stereo , and headset?
Sonus:
You are lucky that yours connects automatically, I sure wish mine did too. Those are very nice looking headphones! Better looking than my new Insignias, but the Insignias were cheap, and I'm broke
Thanks!
EDIT: Sonus: You were right! If I turn on music and bluetooth BEFORE turning on headset, it does automatically connect. Thanks for the tip!

cincy1020 said:
Sonus:
You are lucky that yours connects automatically, I sure wish mine did too. Those are very nice looking headphones! Better looking than my new Insignias, but the Insignias were cheap, and I'm broke
Thanks!
EDIT: Sonus: You were right! If I turn on music and bluetooth BEFORE turning on headset, it does automatically connect. Thanks for the tip!
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I'm happy it worked out, I usually keep bluetooth on all the time, as battery drain is very minimal. As long as the bluetooth is already on before you turn on your headset, you can turn the music player on at any time you want without any issues.
Thanks, I actually had first bought the headset over a year ago for $100, but someone stole them a few months back, and I was able to get a set on eBay for like $16 plus shipping...so the moral is that they can be bought cheap if you're really interested in a pair.

Hi!
I am in the market for a set of stereo BT headphones for the gym, S9 seems to get lots of bad reviews..especially for getting them wet which is a problem as I sweat like hog in a blast-furnace...any luck with any of the sets you have actually being sweat-resistant and not interfering with running/lifting? TIA!!

cincy1020 said:
Regel, you are correct, it is VERY annoying to have to go in each time, and select "set as hands-free" and/or "set as wireless stereo."
Does anyone have a workaround for this, so that it will automatically use as stereo , and headset?
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All bluetooth headphones I have used, have automatically connected as hands free, but there is nothing to show this on the phone; just the flashing on the headphones shows it is connected.
Then pressing play on the headphones starts wireless stereo, and the headphone symbol appears on the screen, and the headphones make the little beep tone.

Best FM transmitter for HTC (with EMU port)

Hello,
I think I have found the best FM transmitter for HTC devices (with EMU port).
Here is a description of the product: http://www.e2mate.com/flash/en/index.htm
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Here are information about the price:
http://cgi.ebay.fr/Car-FM-Transmitt...M_Transmitter_Handsfree_with_car_charger.html
http://www.4ustuff.com/info.php?itno=3019
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/FM-Transmitt...0776832QQcmdZViewItem?IMSfp=TL080714091a36236
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/206172966/FM_Transmitter_Handsfree_with_car_charger.html
I only have 2 questions about it:
- Does it also charge the HTC device when you use it ? I mean is the PocketPC charged through the FM transmitter device ?
- Does it also works without the car charger ? I mean is it powered up by the PocketPC device ?
Chris

Why do you even need an FM transmitter when you can stream* almost any radiostation out there via mms, pls or rtsp protocols using free TCPMP player, for instance. All of them have links of that sort on their websites.
*Assuming that you have a decent data plan, of course.

booblik2009 said:
Why do you even need an FM transmitter when you can stream* almost any radiostation out there via mms, pls or rtsp protocols using free TCPMP player, for instance. All of them have links of that sort on their websites.
*Assuming that you have a decent data plan, of course.
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Transmitter.... not reciever. However I kinda agree why do you need to connect the phone to the radio? Isn't that the point of the speakerphone? Thats what I use when driving,

this is supposed to be the best?...please get that outta here...try this the motorola t505..fm transmitter and bluetooth speaker phone all in one..and its wireless....google it..I just bought one and IT IS THE BEST hands down!

ljinsane said:
this is supposed to be the best?...please get that outta here...try this the motorola t505..fm transmitter and bluetooth speaker phone all in one..and its wireless....google it..I just bought one and IT IS THE BEST hands down!
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I agree. I bought this one about a month ago and it is the best FM Transmitter I have ever used. The signal is so strong that I hardley ever hear any static, even if I am streaming to a live radio station. I use mine every day as I am always on the road for my job - average 5 hours a day connected through bluetooth and streaming music from my phone to my stereo using the FM transmitter and only have to charge the thing once a week. This is the best one I have found so far and I have tried dozens of different ones.
Also - No interferance from the phone when you get a call unlike many of the other FM Transmitters I have tried - (NO Buzzing at all like you can sometimes get when phone call comes through when your phone is near a speaker or using a cheap fm transmitter) I use mine with my HTC Touch and Love it.

For my 2 questions, I have contacted the product manufacturer, the response it NO, for the 2 questions :-(
But they are thinking about making a new version, with charging capability of the HTC.. so maybe good new in the near future.
ljinsane said:
this is supposed to be the best?...please get that outta here...try this the motorola t505..fm transmitter and bluetooth speaker phone all in one..and its wireless....google it..I just bought one and IT IS THE BEST hands down!
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Looks nice, but I have already ordered (and waiting for it) this:
http://www.tekfun.com.tw/eng/product.php?mode=show&cid=2&pid=193
It is also a FM transmitter for HTC that is able to charge the PocketPC at the same time ! but do agree I would have prefered a smaller device than this.

booblik2009 said:
Why do you even need an FM transmitter when you can stream* almost any radiostation out there via mms, pls or rtsp protocols using free TCPMP player, for instance. All of them have links of that sort on their websites.
*Assuming that you have a decent data plan, of course.
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Guess what!!! there is a world outside of the US or Europe too...
For such a world something like this makes immense sense!

mirage22 said:
Guess what!!! there is a world outside of the US or Europe too...
For such a world something like this makes immense sense!
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Guess what ?
I live in Europe (France) and i have only a 5 MB data plan... Other things to do than spending a lot of money in my phone to receive the FM OTA !!!
So i use ONE FM X-Mitter with both of my cars...
You're not alone, in India !
PS : I use a GRIFFIN 6106-TRPUNPLS as i don't want to activate A2DP on my Prophet

ljinsane said:
this is supposed to be the best?...please get that outta here...try this the motorola t505..fm transmitter and bluetooth speaker phone all in one..and its wireless....google it..I just bought one and IT IS THE BEST hands down!
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THis looks great, but i already have a factory built in bluetooth carkit, would it be possible to simultaniously connect to my factory built in carkit and to this T505 only for the music?

WDawn said:
THis looks great, but i already have a factory built in bluetooth carkit, would it be possible to simultaniously connect to my factory built in carkit and to this T505 only for the music?
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OK I just tested it and this is what I did. I went into my bluetooth settings and for the T 505 I unchecked the box for handsfree and then paired it with my phone. I played my music and it streamed perfectly through the T 505 to my stereo. I then paired my bluetooth headset and placed a call to myself. The music still paused automatically when the call came through and the call was sent to my bluetooth headset and not to the T 505. After I disconnected the call, the music on the phone resumed and continued streaming through the T 505 to my car stereo. So I was able to connect and use multiple bluetooth devices at the same time with my phone and specify which device will do what - Stream music to T 505 and calls to Headset. You should be able to do the same - Stream music only through the T 505 to your stereo and your calls to your built in factory Bluetooth carkit it you want. Really there would be no need to use the built in car kit though unless your factory carkit displays caller ID information. The T 505 does not : However, I think it might speak the caller ID Number to you when a call comes in. I do not subscribe to caller ID to keep the cost of my cellular plan down so I can't really tell you how that works.
Let me know if this was helpful.
Rod

hotrod101 said:
OK I just tested it and this is what I did. I went into my bluetooth settings and for the T 505 I unchecked the box for handsfree and then paired it with my phone. I played my music and it streamed perfectly through the T 505 to my stereo. I then paired my bluetooth headset and placed a call to myself. The music still paused automatically when the call came through and the call was sent to my bluetooth headset and not to the T 505. After I disconnected the call, the music on the phone resumed and continued streaming through the T 505 to my car stereo. So I was able to connect and use multiple bluetooth devices at the same time with my phone and specify which device will do what - Stream music to T 505 and calls to Headset. You should be able to do the same - Stream music only through the T 505 to your stereo and your calls to your built in factory Bluetooth carkit it you want. Really there would be no need to use the built in car kit though unless your factory carkit displays caller ID information. The T 505 does not : However, I think it might speak the caller ID Number to you when a call comes in. I do not subscribe to caller ID to keep the cost of my cellular plan down so I can't really tell you how that works.
Let me know if this was helpful.
Rod
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Very helpfull thanx. Just ordered one of those.

I am new in motorola and was hoping someone can help me out with this small problem.
I have purchased 2 Moto T505( one for me and one for my GF). Whenever we receive a phone call, the T505 rings its own ringtone along with the phone ringtone. How can i disable the Moto ringtone(ennoying ascending tone and keep my phone ringtone to ring only)
Thx a lot
Any help is appreciated

bteljuice said:
I am new in motorola and was hoping someone can help me out with this small problem.
I have purchased 2 Moto T505( one for me and one for my GF). Whenever we receive a phone call, the T505 rings its own ringtone along with the phone ringtone. How can i disable the Moto ringtone(ennoying ascending tone and keep my phone ringtone to ring only)
Thx a lot
Any help is appreciated
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I just assumed that it could not be done since it is built into the T505. I actually prefer it though as the phone ring tune is sometimes not loud enough to hear, but you will never fail to hear the Moto T505 ring

but they ring togetherrrr
At first, it worked only phone ringtone. then the moto ringtone came along.EXTREMELY ENNOYING. i mustve pressed something

bteljuice said:
but they ring togetherrrr
At first, it worked only phone ringtone. then the moto ringtone came along.EXTREMELY ENNOYING. i mustve pressed something
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Yeah, They have always rang together for me. If you can figure out how to get my ring tune to come throught the Moto nice and loud rather then the default moto ring, that I would really be interested in.

hmmm.well i use my car speakers, so its always loud.

bteljuice said:
hmmm.well i use my car speakers, so its always loud.
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That's what I mean. Currently, the Moto default ring is what comes thorugh the car speakers and my phones ringtone only plays through the phones built in speaker (Not loud enough for in the car)

i wish it was the contrary.i will try one more thing and see if it works out.But im almost 100% sure it can work without the moto ringtone.I just want to either set the moto to be either headphone or speaker via bluetooth.maybe thats the clue.
will try it tomo and tell u

chris247 said:
Hello,
I think I have found the best FM transmitter for HTC devices (with EMU port).
Here is a description of the product: http://www.e2mate.com/flash/en/index.htm
Chris
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Any good site to buy this in the usa
thxs

I've been looking into those today but found out it doesn't charge the phone? Thats really odd.
They can be had on Ebay for 15 bucks CDN

Bluetooth Car Audio

Has anyone used one of these devices - ebay item 330270408584
How well does it work with a PPC ?
I would take a punt and get one, but apparently I will need adaptors to connect to my car (audi) which bumps the price to £61 !!!
In view of that, I want to know if the sound is crystal clear, connects automatically etc

XCarLink?
hays said:
Has anyone used one of these devices - ebay item 330270408584
How well does it work with a PPC ?
I would take a punt and get one, but apparently I will need adaptors to connect to my car (audi) which bumps the price to £61 !!!
In view of that, I want to know if the sound is crystal clear, connects automatically etc
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I have been looking at these on eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=160283183151
£75 and you get an MP3 player that interfaces to a standard Audi head-unit (see the list) and emulates a 2nd CD-Changer. It also has a BlueTooth adapter that allows you to stream audio from your phone to it (A2DP?) as well as apparently acting as a hands-free car-kit.
I use TomTom Navigator on my HTC Kaiser and would like to know about how functional it is when used in this combination - i.e. Use Media Player or Audio Manager on the PDA to play music whilst running TomTom and also use it as a hands-free kit for the phone. I have verified that using the internal speaker you can play music and also use TomTom and the the instructions are just played over the music. I just don't want to get one and find out its cr4p.
I have asked the question on a couple of forums but not had any good responses yet. I have a 20% off voucher for eBay (as long as PayPal is used) so I can get £15 off the £75 which brings it down to £60. However £60 is still £60 and if it's rubbish......
Andy

looks good

I've got an Audi too. Here are a few pics of my iO Play setup which supports the handsfree and headset profies (HSF/HSP) as well as the stereo music and remote control profiles (A2DP/AVCRP). In all honesty though, this was a custom (ie non plug and play) setup. So I did do some custom wiring to get this to work. I think though, if you have an older non-Bose Audi, this might be plug and play.
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IO play looks good but is gonna be about £150
I like the look of xcarlink but it doesn't say much about its bluetooth operation
I want to keep using S2P as my preferred MP3 software because the cover flow is superb
Therfore I dont want to reorganise my folders as xcarlink suggests, but if the bluetooth A2DP works, I shouldn't have too
Can you take a punt on the xcarlink as you have the 20% voucher
I'm sure if it didnt work out, you could resell on ebay for the purchase price as you bought it for less money

ADB100 said:
I have been looking at these on eBay:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=160283183151
£75 and you get an MP3 player that interfaces to a standard Audi head-unit (see the list) and emulates a 2nd CD-Changer. It also has a BlueTooth adapter that allows you to stream audio from your phone to it (A2DP?) as well as apparently acting as a hands-free car-kit.
I use TomTom Navigator on my HTC Kaiser and would like to know about how functional it is when used in this combination - i.e. Use Media Player or Audio Manager on the PDA to play music whilst running TomTom and also use it as a hands-free kit for the phone. I have verified that using the internal speaker you can play music and also use TomTom and the the instructions are just played over the music. I just don't want to get one and find out its cr4p.
I have asked the question on a couple of forums but not had any good responses yet. I have a 20% off voucher for eBay (as long as PayPal is used) so I can get £15 off the £75 which brings it down to £60. However £60 is still £60 and if it's rubbish......
Andy
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I'm very tempted to try the xcarlink

Bluetooth Module?
As far as I can work out the Bluetooth module is an afterthought and is entirely external. The XCarLink doesn't actually have any Bluetooth intelligence as the module just plugs into the AUX port - like a 'dumb' MP3 player connected directly with a stereo jack plug (I assume there has been some minor modification to get power to the module though?).
I have been searching for a manual or installation guide and can't find anything useful. I am tempted to just get one with my 20% discount and see how it works - its still £60 though
If anyone has any experience with one of these or has any links I would be grateful.
Andy

bluetooth car audio
A good solution to hear your favorite songs and call your friends from your car ...
Clarion FB288/FB289 BT !!!
very simple : Radio, SD slot (2Go max), AUX in, and bluetooth A2DP...
installed last week...

Pompei1888 said:
A good solution to hear your favorite songs and call your friends from your car ...
Clarion FB288/FB289 BT !!!
very simple : Radio, SD slot (2Go max), AUX in, and bluetooth A2DP...
installed last week...
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I don't want the hassle of having to remove the front panel off a standard sized stereo evertime i leave the car
THe feedback for the xcarlink seems really good
If I had a 20% code, I would order now - any ideas where theses codes can be found

ADB100 said:
As far as I can work out the Bluetooth module is an afterthought and is entirely external. The XCarLink doesn't actually have any Bluetooth intelligence as the module just plugs into the AUX port - like a 'dumb' MP3 player connected directly with a stereo jack plug (I assume there has been some minor modification to get power to the module though?).
Andy
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It does appear to be a different unit than the non bluetooth version. It looks like a mini usb socket for the bluetooth module, while the non BT version has a 3.5mm headphone input

hays said:
It does appear to be a different unit than the non bluetooth version. It looks like a mini usb socket for the bluetooth module, while the non BT version has a 3.5mm headphone input
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Yes, thats what I thought. If you look at the cables that get supplied with it there is a mini-USB to 3.5 stereo audio jack as well. I assume they have just used the extra pins in the mini-USB (if that's indeed what it is?) to power the BT module.
Still not sure whether to get it or not
Andy

If I get one I will be happy to post a full review with some decent pictures and you tube vid
I'll let you know how well it works

I'm biting the bullet and getting one
Stand by for a full review when it arrives
Hays

I use one of these and would never consider living without it. It works fantastic with S2P and most other software I have.
AJ

ajbopp said:
I use one of these and would never consider living without it. It works fantastic with S2P and most other software I have.
AJ
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That looks good but suffers from the same issue (albeit opposite) as the XCarLink does emulating a CD Changer - i.e. if you are not listening to the radio (i.e. your BT kit) then you won't be notified that a call is coming in.
I have also bitten the bullet and ordered an XCarLink with BT, with my 20% discount I got it for £59.80 (unless customs hit me for any import duty....).
I'll post a review when I manage to get it fitted...
Andy

ADB100 said:
That looks good but suffers from the same issue (albeit opposite) as the XCarLink does emulating a CD Changer - i.e. if you are not listening to the radio (i.e. your BT kit) then you won't be notified that a call is coming in.
Andy
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On the other hand, if you are not listening to the radio via the BT kit, then you probably haven't got the phone currently paired with the device anyway, in which case you will be notified just like normal. Also, if you set the phone to vibrate you will always be notified that way regardless.
In my experience, this device doesn't "suffer" from anything.
AJ

ajbopp said:
On the other hand, if you are not listening to the radio via the BT kit, then you probably haven't got the phone currently paired with the device anyway, in which case you will be notified just like normal. Also, if you set the phone to vibrate you will always be notified that way regardless.
In my experience, this device doesn't "suffer" from anything.
AJ
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OK, but with a 'proper' car kit interfaced with the Phone input on the head unit you would be notified regardless of what you were listening to. In my experience if Led Zeppelin or AC-DC gets played on the radio station I am listening to I immediateley up the volume which will drown out the phone ringer. With either the XCarLink or the Motorola BT device you use there will be no interuption which there would be with a regular car kit like a Parrot dur to the way it interfaces with the HU.
In Manchester (UK) we now have a classic Rock station (Rock 106.1) and Led Zepellin and AC-DC are on quite often....
Andy

All received and almost there
I have the sound working via the line in socket
I'm struggling to get it talking to my phone
I've plugged the bluetooth module into the xcarlink (nothing else connected)
I pressed the button on the bluetooth module. Some beeps came through the stereo and a partnership was set up, however no music or phone calls
Any ideas - think it's likely to be a feature of wm6 than a fault with the xcarlink

hays said:
All received and almost there
I have the sound working via the line in socket
I'm struggling to get it talking to my phone
I've plugged the bluetooth module into the xcarlink (nothing else connected)
I pressed the button on the bluetooth module. Some beeps came through the stereo and a partnership was set up, however no music or phone calls
Any ideas - think it's likely to be a feature of wm6 than a fault with the xcarlink
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Replying to my own post...
I have to go to
Settings/Bluetooth then tap and hold the xcarlink device until the menu appears
Then select "set as wireless stereo"
Seems I have to do this each time. Which is a shame, but I know this is the XDA rather than the xcarlink. Does anyone know an automatic way ?
Perhaps a task for Mortscript - but that will be a whole learning curve

Acually, it may be the xcarlink that's your issue, I have some A2DP accessories that search for my phone as soon as they are turned on, and I have some that don't.
However, how is the xcarlink's A2DP sound quality? Do all AVCRP remote control commands work properly? Also, does it have any handsfree capabilities?
hays said:
Replying to my own post...
I have to go to
Settings/Bluetooth then tap and hold the xcarlink device until the menu appears
Then select "set as wireless stereo"
Seems I have to do this each time. Which is a shame, but I know this is the XDA rather than the xcarlink. Does anyone know an automatic way ?
Perhaps a task for Mortscript - but that will be a whole learning curve
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microphone on KF

What exactly can a pair of headphones with a microphone do? Not Bluetooth just ones that plug into a headphone jack.... any ideas? Any suggestions? (Cheap around $5-10)

there are only a few things that are supported, the only two i really know of are google voice and skype.

PCM recorder works
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You can tune a guitar with one.

What about on ICS?

collinsac24 said:
there are only a few things that are supported, the only two i really know of are google voice and skype.
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Is skype really supported for calls now? On which ROM? When i tried to call last time it disconnected immediately after call was accepted no matter calling from KF to other device or vice versa.

I don't believe anyone has actually gotten it to fully work (by that, I mean communicate in both directions) with Skype as yet.

I got voice search using the gingerbread miui rom. You just have to find the right g apps package to flash

Tapemachine works great on stock kindle fire / record /edit/save your voice, good for memo stuff, mp3 format is supported so file sizes are small
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Text to speech
Can this be used for TTS???

Shazam works. See my post on another thread.

It doesnt work with groove IP

I just bought the headset buddy (sorry, can't post links) to use with my headphones & mic, but the mic doesn't work with any recording apps I've tried, including ones that are reputed to work on the KF with this setup. (Tape-a-talk, hi q mp3 recorder, etc.)
It's possible my mic is not compatible. It's mono, with a regular 1/8" jack. It fits the adapter just fine, though, and the headphones do work, so I don't know why the mic wouldn't.
I wonder if this setup is incompatible with the ROM I'm using, which is Hellfire Kindle Sandwich. Have any other HFKS users gotten an external mic to work with recording applications?

esteband said:
I just bought the headset buddy (sorry, can't post links) to use with my headphones & mic, but the mic doesn't work with any recording apps I've tried, including ones that are reputed to work on the KF with this setup. (Tape-a-talk, hi q mp3 recorder, etc.)
It's possible my mic is not compatible. It's mono, with a regular 1/8" jack. It fits the adapter just fine, though, and the headphones do work, so I don't know why the mic wouldn't.
I wonder if this setup is incompatible with the ROM I'm using, which is Hellfire Kindle Sandwich. Have any other HFKS users gotten an external mic to work with recording applications?
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If it doesn't have a TRRS plug (with four connectors), it's probably the mic that's the problem.

esteband said:
I just bought the headset buddy (sorry, can't post links) to use with my headphones & mic, but the mic doesn't work with any recording apps I've tried, including ones that are reputed to work on the KF with this setup. (Tape-a-talk, hi q mp3 recorder, etc.)
It's possible my mic is not compatible. It's mono, with a regular 1/8" jack. It fits the adapter just fine, though, and the headphones do work, so I don't know why the mic wouldn't.
I wonder if this setup is incompatible with the ROM I'm using, which is Hellfire Kindle Sandwich. Have any other HFKS users gotten an external mic to work with recording applications?
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Make sure it's a TRRS headset. (Tip-Ring-Ring-Sleeve)
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Thanks for the diagram. The headset buddy is indeed a TRRS connector. The mic I'm trying to use, however is a mono mic with a TRS connection. I bet that's the problem. Since it's mono, I'd expect the jack to be TS, not TRS. Anyway, thanks for the help. I'll try getting my hands on some other gear to try out with it.

Can anyone confirm that the mic input works on ICS (specifically Gederom 0.6)? I bought a small button mic meant for older iPods with the appropriate TRRS connector, but can't get the Fire to recognize it or any input from it. I've tried Voice Search, a couple of voice recording apps, and Shazam (which seems to be working for pretty much everyone).
I'm wondering if I have a defective mic (not too surprising considering it's a pretty cheap one from Hong Kong or something), or if this doesn't work in ICS or something. I'm trying to find another device to test the mic on, but haven't had any luck getting my hands on one.

In researching the pin-outs, it appears that the iPhone and HTC type Microphone/Headsets have opposite pinouts on the ground and microphone. I'm betting that the grounded mic input is what causes the disconnect. You can't use an iPhone headset/Mic with a Kindle Fire.

Kot_manul said:
In researching the pin-outs, it appears that the iPhone and HTC type Microphone/Headsets have opposite pinouts on the ground and microphone. I'm betting that the grounded mic input is what causes the disconnect. You can't use an iPhone headset/Mic with a Kindle Fire.
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Yes you can.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2

I was wondering about the opposite pin-outs too, but yeah, it does seem to be working with both types of plugs, and definitely iPhone-style. Maybe I should just get a refund and try a different one...
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Bluetooth headset for these purposes?

I am kinda lost with this... without doing my research i bought a couple Bluetooth headsets over ebay etc but none of them seems to have fulfill my requirements... i am looking for a headset which
1. to use with phone audio, not just calls
2. stuff like music, radio, youtube etc
3. is only one ear... no wires
4. as small in size as possible
5. compatible with samsung galaxy s3
Any help will be greatly appreciated

j0sh1 said:
I am kinda lost with this... without doing my research i bought a couple Bluetooth headsets over ebay etc but none of them seems to have fulfill my requirements... i am looking for a headset which
1. to use with phone audio, not just calls
2. stuff like music, radio, youtube etc
3. is only one ear... no wires
4. as small in size as possible
5. compatible with samsung galaxy s3
Any help will be greatly appreciated
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Samsung HS3000

SiNJiN76 said:
Samsung HS3000
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Hello thanks for your reply but as i stated in my post im looking for something for one ear, no wires. Basically a one piece product

j0sh1 said:
Hello thanks for your reply but as i stated in my post im looking for something for one ear, no wires. Basically a one piece product
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1 ear headpieces are mono headsets. Under your bluetooth settings, select the paired headset and see if you have the option 'media audio' and make sure it is checked. Additionally, the S3 has a 'Mono Music' widget built into touchwiz. I suspect the widget will give you what you want. If all that doesn't work , you can buy one of these type of bluetooth headsets like the Samsung HS3000 and replace the detachable ear phones with single mono ones.

rubik said:
1 ear headpieces are mono headsets. Under your bluetooth settings, select the paired headset and see if you have the option 'media audio' and make sure it is checked. Additionally, the S3 has a 'Mono Music' widget built into touchwiz. I suspect the widget will give you what you want. If all that doesn't work , you can buy one of these type of bluetooth headsets like the Samsung HS3000 and replace the detachable ear phones with single mono ones.
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Thanks... do you think this could be what im looking for:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310365652985&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:AU:1123
A reply from the seller of this product: Thanks for interest on our products.
Below is the answer of your questions:
Seamless switching between music and calls.
Great sound with control.
Compatible with: Various Bluetooth enabled devices, for example cellphone etc.
This Bluetooth Headset is compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled phones.
The volume control and noise reduction ensure clear conversations even in noisy environments.
he Bluetooth Wireless Headphones minimizes the noise around and offers you nice environment.
It is lightweight enough for you to wear this Bluetooth Headset comfortably.
Whether you are on the road, in the office, or at home, you can have your own way.
The Bluetooth Headset supports a unique design on an unnoticeable background.
Stylish Bluetooth headset, you can keep music in your life all day long.
INCLUDED :
1 x Wireless Stereo Bluetooth Headset
1 x Charger Adapter(EU Plug Only)
1 x User Manual
We sincerely hope the information will assist you and wish we could have the opportunity to share our products with you one day.
Should you have any queries, please feel free to contact us.
Yours faithfully,
Tina

j0sh1 said:
Thanks... do you think this could be what im looking for:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310365652985&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:AU:1123
A reply from the seller of this product: Thanks for interest on our products.
Below is the answer of your questions:
Seamless switching between music and calls.
Great sound with control.
Compatible with: Various Bluetooth enabled devices, for example cellphone etc.
This Bluetooth Headset is compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled phones.
The volume control and noise reduction ensure clear conversations even in noisy environments.
he Bluetooth Wireless Headphones minimizes the noise around and offers you nice environment.
It is lightweight enough for you to wear this Bluetooth Headset comfortably.
Whether you are on the road, in the office, or at home, you can have your own way.
The Bluetooth Headset supports a unique design on an unnoticeable background.
Stylish Bluetooth headset, you can keep music in your life all day long.
INCLUDED :
1 x Wireless Stereo Bluetooth Headset
1 x Charger Adapter(EU Plug Only)
1 x User Manual
We sincerely hope the information will assist you and wish we could have the opportunity to share our products with you one day.
Should you have any queries, please feel free to contact us.
Yours faithfully,
Tina
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I personally used to use this Bluetooth awhile back, loved it and it worked and sounded good.
http://www.plantronics.com/us/product/m155
Idk anything about the one you posted though

Since you already bought a couple, i would first try to get those to work. No point buying more. I don't think that link on ebay works either. The headset itself has to support bluetooth A2DP profile , which most , if not all mono headset aren't designed to do. Again, i would try to configure the software as mentioned earlier to get it to work first.
You should google the following sentence which will help :
"android streaming music to mono bluetooth headsets"
Good luck.
j0sh1 said:
Thanks... do you think this could be what im looking for:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310365652985&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:AU:1123
A reply from the seller of this product: Thanks for interest on our products.
Below is the answer of your questions:
Seamless switching between music and calls.
Great sound with control.
Compatible with: Various Bluetooth enabled devices, for example cellphone etc.
This Bluetooth Headset is compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled phones.
The volume control and noise reduction ensure clear conversations even in noisy environments.
he Bluetooth Wireless Headphones minimizes the noise around and offers you nice environment.
It is lightweight enough for you to wear this Bluetooth Headset comfortably.
Whether you are on the road, in the office, or at home, you can have your own way.
The Bluetooth Headset supports a unique design on an unnoticeable background.
Stylish Bluetooth headset, you can keep music in your life all day long.
INCLUDED :
1 x Wireless Stereo Bluetooth Headset
1 x Charger Adapter(EU Plug Only)
1 x User Manual
We sincerely hope the information will assist you and wish we could have the opportunity to share our products with you one day.
Should you have any queries, please feel free to contact us.
Yours faithfully,
Tina
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rubik said:
1 ear headpieces are mono headsets. Under your bluetooth settings, select the paired headset and see if you have the option 'media audio' and make sure it is checked. Additionally, the S3 has a 'Mono Music' widget built into touchwiz. I suspect the widget will give you what you want. If all that doesn't work , you can buy one of these type of bluetooth headsets like the Samsung HS3000 and replace the detachable ear phones with single mono ones.
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Any ideas where this "mono music" option might be ? settings? i cant seem to find it...

Its a widget, add to home screen first, then toggle it

rubik said:
Since you already bought a couple, i would first try to get those to work. No point buying more. I don't think that link on ebay works either. The headset itself has to support bluetooth A2DP profile , which most , if not all mono headset aren't designed to do. Again, i would try to configure the software as mentioned earlier to get it to work first.
You should google the following sentence which will help :
"android streaming music to mono bluetooth headsets"
Good luck.
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Very well. Ill try all that now thanks

Well PROBLEM SOLVED. An app called BLUETOOTH AUDIO made all my mono headsets work like a charm... Thanks everyone for their help.
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or maybe you can consider this
http://jawbone.com/headsets/iconhdnerd/overview

I am using a similar JB app on my iPhone to send all audio out to mono bluetooth headset. You can also search for "bluetooth mono headsets with a2dp" on google. A2DP headsets will accept stereo bluetooth connection even if the headset is mono/one ear.

Don't know if you care about sound quality at all, but the GS3 supports apt-X and the HS3000 someone mentioned also supports it. You just need t switch out the double to a mono earpiece.
Also I've seen this headset on Amazon that is a clip-on that had a single retractable earplug:
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