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3/31/2012

Alpine KCE-300BT - Car audio Bluetooth adapter Review

Alpine KCE-300BT - Car audio Bluetooth adapter
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I would like to reinforce the others comments as well as put in a few of my own. Unit is completely unreliable. Interface with the head unit is awkward and does not give you caller id when someone calls. Cant tell you how many times I answered the phone and didnt want to talk to that person. Music does stream through the unit but sounds HORRIBLE. Worse than a tape player. Simple, until they get it right STAY AWAY and dont waste your money. Come on Alpine, this one is really hurting your rep.

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Drive safe - talk on the phone hands-free with your compatible Alpine stereo. The KCE-300BT Bluetooth adapter plugs into your 2007-up Bluetooth ready Alpine stereo, using the Full Speed iPod® connection. A handy pass-through connection lets you plug in your iPod, too. You get on-screen displays of most cell phone information, including Caller ID, missed calls, dialed calls, and received calls. You can also access any music stored in your phone, stream it through your Alpine stereo, and check out song info on the display. A one-time process prepares your phone for use with the KCE-300BT. Once the system has been set up, the Bluetooth connection initializes automatically when you get in the car. From there, you get the safety and convenience of a mobile speakerphone. Includes an echo-cancelling microphone. Warranty: 1 year. Note: If you have an older Alpine Ai-Net stereo, you'll need the Alpine KCA-100BT Bluetooth adapterIn the boxBluetooth module with attached Velcro pad8" Power harness (4-pin molex plug on one end and bullet connectors on the other)6.5' Constant power wire extension (bullet connector on one end and bare wire on the other)6.5' Switched power wire extension (bullet connector on one end and bare wire on the other)6.5' Ground wire extension (bullet connector on one end and bare wire on the other)6.5' Mute wire extension (bullet connectors on both ends)6.5' iPod Full Speed cable (has 10-pin Molex connector on both ends)Microphone with attached 10' cable (2-pin Molex terminal)Visor clipMicrophone clipVelcro pad for microphoneSelf-tapping screw (3/8" length)Owner's manual (English/ German/French/Spanish/ Italian/Swedish/Chinese)Customer care registration card

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3/29/2012

Kenwood KCA-BT100 - Car audio Bluetooth adapter Review

Kenwood KCA-BT100 - Car audio Bluetooth adapter
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Reasonably priced and fantastic sound. I love the way it connects automatically when I start the truck. When I get an incoming call, it answers automatically and mutes the stereo - perfect! Dialing out is awkward (they really want you to stop the truck before dialing). I also have to use my cell phone keypad to "enter 1 for english". The biggest issue is the interface for the cell phone directory. I wish it would just read it dynamically like my Garmin Nuvi 660 does. The KCA-BT100 requires you to "send a business card" for each entry. A lot of key strokes for 90 entries. Other cell phones reportedly can upload the entire directory - but my cell phone provider does not have them. I definitely would buy it again.

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Bluetooth adapter. Connect Kenwood stereo & Bluetooth compatible cell phone wirelessly. Send and receive calls with the stereo's controls. Handles up to five different phones

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3/28/2012

JVC KS-BTA200 Bluetooth Adapter with Microphone Review

JVC KS-BTA200 Bluetooth Adapter with Microphone
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UPDATE 9/9/09> I just upgraded my Verizon cell phone and it is NOT compatable with my KSBTA200. My new Samsung Alias flip phone (top rated phone on CR) DOES NOT PAIR yet my son's new LG Intrege and my daughters LG Dare both do Pair. I called JVC and they told me of a list of agreeable phones on their web site. Funny thing is all three phones are not on the list. I have decided to return my Alias and go back to using my old phone (LG)
I installed the KSBTA200 for two reasons. One was because I upgraded my car stereo to a JVC system with a CD player. Second because New Jersey has hands free laws. I was thinking of just getting a bluetooth for my ear but after thinking about it, the only place I would use it would be in the car anyway. I'm really glad I chose the KSBT200. Installation was a snap. It matched up with my JVC stereo. Ease of use is better than I thought. If I am driving, listining to music and a phone call comes in on my cell, it turns down the music and with a simple touch of a button answers the call. The volume of the caller comes through the car stereo and I can even turn up the volume if the caller is a low talker. The microphone picks up my voice with out shouting. The peole that I have talked to through the system tell me the conversation is clear. I am very happy with the KSBTA200.

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With KS-BTA200 optional adapter (Microphone included), Bluetooth Wireless Technology can be used with compatible devices. Use KS-BTA200 with Bluetooth Ready models KD-NX5000, KW-AVX800, KD-AVX11 and KW-XG700. KD-G830, KD-AR880, KD-G730 and KD-AR780 and get the same great features as the built-in units, such as hands-free calls, audio streaming and control and phone book transfer. With the Pass-through feature on the KS-BTA200, you can also add your iPod adapter, satellite radio adapter and/or CD Changer to your radio.

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3/12/2012

Kenwood Kiv-Bt900 AM/FM/USB Receiver with Bluetooth(R) Review

Kenwood Kiv-Bt900 AM/FM/USB Receiver with Bluetooth(R)
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It seems to me that some less that perfect early firmware has given this otherwise phenomenal HU a somewhat bad rap. Kenwood probably should have done more QA before release, but show me a software vendor that doesn't have the same problem. I've been running this guy for a week now and couldn't be happier, so I feel the need to do my part to increase its review standings! I had a lengthy list of mandatory criteria, and this was the _only_ HU on the market that satisfied all of them. Specifically:
- Rear mounted iPod an aux cables for clean installation. Contrary to what other reviewers have said, I think this is a huge win (especially vs. the Pioneer decks). Who wants a mess of spaghetti in front of their stereo? It took an extra hour to disassemble the center console and route the cables properly, but it was the "right way" to do it.
- Variable color display/buttons. This one really narrowed the field, and I'm surprised how many decks can't do this. I was replacing the factory stereo in a BMW, and for those who haven't been in one at night, _every_ lighted gauge, button, display, etc. is all the very same orangish-red color. A bright blue stereo would have looked hideous (*cough* Alpine).
- Integrated BT. As others have stated, this HU can't do streaming audio via BT, which is probably the only real con I'd cite. That said, my primary desire for BT was hands free, and it works great. Just in case Kenwood is reading though, I do think it would be super cool if they could pull the profile photos for my contacts and display them the same way they do album art from the iPod....
- Seamless iPod integration, including video. Check. Works great on both of my current and previous gen nanos. As another reviewer stated, you have to wait for the album art to skip to the next song, but there are several display modes available, some of which don't load the artwork and aren't affected if that's really a big deal to someone.
- Flexible, intuitive interface. The configuration options are very robust, and I found myself on several occasions thinking "geez, I wish I could do X", only to discover shortly thereafter that I could do X, Y and Z.
- Firmware updateable. With a deck this complex, this is mandatory in my opinion. No one is going to get it right on version 1.0, even with extensive in-house QA. I'm a software engineer by trade, and know from first hand experience how adept consumers at coaxing bugs out into the light. I used mine a few days before updating it and had some of the problems others have cited (mic drops, random source shifts, etc.), but absolutely no problems since updating it. It has the capability for a reason, so update the unit first thing!
- Good aesthetics and build quality. This is certainly subjective, but I'm appalled by how ugly some aftermarket decks are and how flimsy some of their control mechanisms are! Simple, clean lines and sturdy please.
- Good sound quality. I didn't do extensive comparison testing, but have been happy with previous Kenwood's I've owned this unit certainly outperforms the stock HU.
That's it! Love it!

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2/11/2012

Kenwood Kdc-Bt945U CD/AM/FM/USB Receiver with Bluetooth Review

Kenwood Kdc-Bt945U CD/AM/FM/USB Receiver with Bluetooth
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Like the previous review (which I didn't read), the bluetooth audio will only play on the front speakers, and the second tech support guy I spoke to gave me the same answer as in the previous review. Oddly enough, at first the unit worked great, with full sound for almost two days, when it switched to front speaker operation only. The first tech support guy I spoke to was unaware of the "front-speaker limit", and provided me with a long list of things to try to correct the issue. After trying them, without success, I called back and I was connected to the second tech guy who told me it shouldn't have worked in the first place. So buyer beware, but I'm hoping to return it.
EDIT: The above is my original review. It DOES work will all speakers, for BT audio and hands-free. It's just that the settings for this are somewhat hidden. After spending some more time with Kenwood tech reps, I was told that there must be a defect, so I was referred to a local repair facility. This was an authorized retailer/repair - Suburban Audio in NJ near Philly - and the repair guy there knew exactly what setting was off and I had it fixed within minutes.
The proper setting can be found only while the radio is in BT hands-free mode (page 48 of the pdf manual). The setting to adjust is "Bluetooth HF/Audio", where you can select "Front" or "All". Even though the manual describes this for voice, is applies to both voice and audio streaming.

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12/27/2011

JVC KD-R810 30K Color-Illumination Single-DIN CD Receiver with Dual USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone and Bluetooth Review

JVC KD-R810 30K Color-Illumination Single-DIN CD Receiver with Dual USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone and Bluetooth
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Needed to replace an older Kenwood unit that got stolen out of my truck and narrowed my selection down to the JVC KD-R810. So far I'm really liking the unit and it only cost a little bit more than the barebones head unit from 5 years ago. Bluetooth works great, more than enough power for my stock speakers and iPod integration is better than most units I've used. iPod browsing is pretty fast and actually usable (which can't be said for the factory media interface in our VW). One of the preset background colors matches the orange/red dash backlighting in my Tacoma exactly, looks really slick. You can mix your own colors if the 30 or so presets don't match.
The only con is that the Bluetooth takes up a USB port leaving one for your iPod/phone/thumb drive. I plugged that one into the front USB port so it'd be easy to take the faceplate off. The rear USB cable got routed through a hole I drilled in the pocket of my dash kit where I can plug in a USB device and not have it dangling off the front of the unit.

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JVC's KD-R810 is a USB/CD receiver with plenty of connectivity--connect USB devices and iPod/iPhones using the dual front-panel USB ports, or other devices using the 3.5mm auxiliary input. Bluetooth technology gives you hands-free audio or audio streaming with your cell phone, and expansion options include three preamp outputs and the easy addition of HD or satellite radio. The icing on the cake is JVC's Separated Variable Color, which lets you adjust the receiver's display color to match your vehicle or preference.

Separated Variable Color The KD-R810 features a Full-Dot LCD with JVC's Separated Variable-Color. Personalize your stereo to match your vehicle's interior illumination colors. Separated variable color lets you use two separate colors from a choice of over 30,000 options to create your own color scheme.
Built-in Bluetooth Wireless Technology Drive more safely (or legally depending on where you live) with hands-free calling. The included wired microphone offers flexible settings for clear communication. The Phone Book Access Profile (PBAP) for iPhone lets you automatically access your phone book without transfer. You can also manually transfer up to 400 numbers from compatible cell phones. Changing from hands-free to a private conversation can be done by a push of a key. You can also easily switch Bluetoothconnection between 2 phones, such as for business/private use.

CD and USB Audio Play back your favorite CDs and CD-R/RW discs, or go with a USB thumb drive or other USB device for enjoyment of your WAV, MP3, or WMA audio files. You can also pop in a CD-R full of digital audio files if you'd prefer that route.
A TI/Burr-Brown 24-bit converter ensures quality sound, and you can Dial it in to your liking with the three-band parametric EQ.
USB Audio and Video for iPod/iPhone The USB connection for iPod/iPhone provides clear digital sound directly from your iPod or iPhone. While your device is in use, it also receives a charge, so it's ready to step out of the car when you do. Since the KD-R810 features two USB ports, you can connect two different iPods, or a USB device along with an iPod.

With External Mode for iPod, you can also enjoy sound from your favorite iPod/iPhone apps in your vehicle, such as Internet radio, games, video, or navigation apps.
50W x 4 MOSFET Amplifier The built-in 50W x 4 MOSFET amp provides plenty of power, but three 2.5V preamp output terminals are also provided for system building.
Need More Radio? The KD-R810 features an AM/FM radio, with 6 AM and 18 FM presets for instantly accessing your favorites.
You can also add HD or SAT radio in a snap using one of JVC's optional tuners.
Front Auxiliary Input Connect nearly any audio device with the 3.5mm front-panel auxiliary input.
What's in the Box KD-R810 Receiver, Bluetooth Microphone, Sleeve/Trim Ring, Wiring Harness, Installation Hardware, Instruction/Intallation Manuals, Warranty Info


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12/12/2011

Dual XML8100 AM/FM Mechless Receiver with iPod Dock, BT Ready, SWI, iPlug, Remote (Black) Review

Dual XML8100 AM/FM Mechless Receiver with iPod Dock, BT Ready, SWI, iPlug, Remote (Black)
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Most of the features of this unit are thoughtful and work well. When the face is closed, you have access to all the unit controls. Additionally, the front face swings open to present an iPod dock and a second set of controls that handle most of the unit's functions. The iPod dock is nice and sturdy; my iPod Classic fits in it better than it does inside a Bose Sounddock. It has an aux input and programmable subwoofer/rear output, as well as a spare preamp output.
The EQ settings are not as detailed as I would like, but they aren't bad. There's bass and treble settings, no mid. There is also no built-in crossover, which I would prefer to see in any head unit with a dedicated subwoofer out, but again, for the price, this is to be expected.
The big fault, however, is in the programming.
One of the nice touches on this device is that you can set the EQ separately for each input - radio, aux, iPod, or bluetooth. However, unless an iPod is set in the dock, the iPod mode does not appear in the audio settings menu, so you can't adjust the EQ for it that way. And the kicker? When an iPod IS docked, there is no way to access the audio settings menu; the only button for that is on the front panel, which does not function when the faceplate is open to allow an iPod to dock. Effectively, it is impossible to adjust the EQ for the iPod, with the factory radio.
I've figured out one workaround; if you purchase a dock-extender cable, you can plug in an iPod, and then close the front panel. Alternatively, you can set your iPod into the dock, then plug the aux cable into it and basically use it in aux mode - you'll have the ability to change the EQ, and your iPod will stay charged, however you won't be able to use the remote to control the iPod.
EDIT Added 2/20/11: As many commenters have now pointed out, you can adjust the EQ using the remote control when the iPod is docked. Press the Audio Settings button on the remote to cycle through each EQ setting, and use the volume buttons to adjust that setting up and down. I still consider this a crappy solution to a problem that should have been caught in testing, but I also consider it way too minor for me to buy a different head unit. I still like this one quite a lot, more than a year after first installing it.

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Dual Electronics 200-watt mechless AM/FM in-dash Docking Station for iPod and iPhone devices. Securely dock your iPhone or iPod in the dashboard of your car, enjoy the convenience of a “control center" that is right in front of you for easy and quick access from arm’s length and switch easily and safely from iPod to AM/FM mode and the touch of a finger.If you own an iPod touch or an iPhone, you can now safely enjoy all the cool apps in the car - from listening to Internet radio through car speakers while navigating to a destination and exploring an area for places of interest, to locating the best deal on gas, checking movie schedules in the nearest theaters and finding a restaurant for dinner. You don’t need a separate windshield mount, and you won’t drain your batteries. And if you just want to listen to your favorite tunes or audio books from your iPod player, the Docking Station lets you do so safely and easily. It provides a “home" for your iPod in your car, and you can browse your playlists and choose music directly from your iPod menu using the familiar iPod scroll wheel.So check your CDs at the door, as only iPods and iPhones need apply. Stay tuned for news about upcoming accessories for the Docking Station such as apps, a GPS Receiver and a Memory Storage Module with arecording feature that allows you to record music you are listening to on the radio.

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11/09/2011

Dual Electronics XDMA6855 AM/FM/CD/MP3 Car Stereo Review

Dual Electronics XDMA6855 AM/FM/CD/MP3 Car Stereo
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I bought this about 3 years ago, and it's pretty good. It's been durable, and I use the iPod compatibility with no hitches. It doesn't have a great EQ system (only controls for bass and treble), but aside from that, it's been a pretty decent player.

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Dual XDM-A6855 200-watt CD/MP3/WMA receiver features a motorized detachable face and outputs 50 watts peak x 4 channels. XDM-A6855 also features 5 selectable EQ curves and is iPod and Bluetooth ready with seperate purchase of interface module (BTM60). Includes 2-pair of preamp outputs, 1-pair of auxilary inputs (RCA), iPlug interface cable, and remote.

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10/08/2011

Brand NEW Sony Xplod Cdx-gt630ui Amazing Car Audio Cd/mp3 Receiver with 52x4 Watt Amp and Usb Input and Detachable Face + Ipod Interface Built in + 3 Sets of Pre-amp Outputs *Free $20.00 Mp3/ipod Cable* Review

Brand NEW Sony Xplod Cdx-gt630ui Amazing Car Audio Cd/mp3 Receiver with 52x4 Watt Amp and Usb Input and Detachable Face + Ipod Interface Built in + 3 Sets of Pre-amp Outputs *Free $20.00 Mp3/ipod Cable*
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This increaesd my audio quality superbly. Everyone who comes into my car like the product. what i realy love about it is that i dont have to wory about sratched CD or music skipping when i turn up the base on my epicenter, thanks to the usb imput.

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BRAND NEW SONY XPLOD CDX-GT630UI AMAZING CAR AUDIO CD/MP3 RECEIVER WITH 52x4 WATT AMP AND USB INPUT AND DETACHABLE FACE + IPOD INTERFACE BUILT IN + 3 SETS OF PRE-AMP OUTPUTS*FREE $20.00 MP3/IPOD CABLE*Features: * CD player with built-in amplifier * 17 watts RMS x 4 ch * 52 watts peak x 4 ch * plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs, including discs loaded with MP3 and WMA music files * detachable fold-down face with LCD display * ID3 tag display * Displays artist, song, title names on display * switchable red/blue illumination * remote control * EQ3 (seven preset tone curves and a 3-band parametric equalizer) * DSO2 soundstage organizer * 24-bit digital-to-analog converter * high- and low-pass filters * built-in iPod controls and connection cable - no other equipment needed * front-panel USB input * front-panel auxiliary input * 6-channel preamp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer) * compatible with most factory steering wheel audio controls (adapter required) * CEA-2006 compliant amplifier * Display color: black/white * Key button color: blue/green * 2 volt pre-amps * HD Radio Ready * Free Aux cable included only when purchasing from us!

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10/04/2011

Kenwood KDC-X994 eXcelon In-Dash CD Receiver with Built-in Bluetooth Review

Kenwood KDC-X994 eXcelon In-Dash CD Receiver with Built-in Bluetooth
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I was getting tired of my stock 2007 Scion stereo's flakiness when controlling my iPod, so I had this installed. Overall I'm happy with this unit; iPod performance is flawless which is what I got it for.
- Appearance of the unit is nice looking. Although it is shiny shiny, it's not overloaded with bright multicolored LEDs or wacky shapes. And it's easy to change the illumination color to match the rest of your dash lights.
- Sound quality is very good; I went into the advanced settings and tweaked things like the car size, number and sizes of speakers.
- The display washes out a fair amount in bright sunlight, though it is still legible.
- iPod control is straightforward and works well; I'm using it with an 80GB iPod Classic (haven't tried generic MP3 playback on a CD or a USB drive). You can search by artist, genre, playlist, etc., set random/repeat, etc.
- The display is fairly programmable; you can change the color (only one color at a time, thankfully), and also change what kind of information is shown on many screens (i.e. when playing iPod, listening to radio, etc).
- Selecting a radio preset or a favorite (which can be a station or an iPod playlist) is a pain. You have to press a button, look at the unit and turn a knob to select the preset from a menu, and then press the knob in. MUCH too complicated for what should be a basic simple function.
- The manuals go into lots of detail explaining how to access features, but in many cases the features themselves aren't well explained. You get a printed quick start manual (which is so basic it's pretty useless), and the full manual is only provided on a CD (you can also download it).
- Bluetooth seems to work fine; an external mic is included. The only annoyance I found w/Bluetooth is that when you get an incoming call, you only hear loud 'incoming call' tones from the unit if you're listening to iPod, radio, etc. - if the unit is on but not set to an active source, then it doesn't make a sound when you get a call; you have to hear your phone's ringer or feel it vibrate, or look at the unit's display to see that a call is incoming.
- I don't know if this has much to do with this particular model, but I had my installers set up the unit work with my stock steering wheel stereo controls. The controls do work but they're pretty touchy - e.g. pressing volume + for too short a time doesn't do anything, but pressing it a little too long cranks up the volume a lot.

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Is driving becoming more of a chore? Get that reborn feeling with the KDC-X994 eXcelon In-Dash CD Receiver with Built-in Bluetooth. It's an upgrade for your existing car audio receiver. It incorporates new features to help you enjoy a variety of music sources during your travels. Kenwood's KDC-X994 has built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming with 32.8 ft of range. There are plenty of expandability options for this Kenwood Receiver. The rear-panel auxiliary input 3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices. Equipped with a rear USB input, you can have direct connectivity to your iPod or iPhone while providing a charge, full controls, and playback of your iPod/iPhone through the receiver. Considering Sirius or XM options? There are accessories to receive those subscription-based services on this receiver. This Kenwood receiver is equipped with cool audio features such as the built-in Tuner with 18 FM presets and 6 AM presets, MP3 ID3 Tag Display, 24-Bit Digital-to-Analog converter, Sound Excellence DSP, and a 5-band parametric equalizer with 9 preset tone curves. Digital E's Crossover settings give you full control of the front and rear speakers as well as the subwoofer.24-Bit Digital-to-Analog converter enhances the sound quality of digital musicSound Excellence DSP for an enhance listening experience5-band parametric equalizer with 9 preset tone curvesFlip-down, detachable faceplate helps prevent theftVariable color 5-line LCD backlit displayWireless remote control includedVariable button color illuminationPower Output -Peak -50 watts x 4 channels / RMS -22 watts x 4 channelsCD Text DisplayRear auxiliary input -3.5mm (headphone jack) allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 players, etc.Rear USB input -USB port allows connection to portable media devices such as MP3 playe

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9/02/2011

EZCUBE FM TRANSMITTER + HANDSFREE (BLACK) Review

EZCUBE FM TRANSMITTER + HANDSFREE (BLACK)
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This FM transmitter is good with good sound and little interference. It's really easy to set up and use. The only negative aspect of it is that it doesn't have a dock or something to attach it. It's just the cube and the cable that connect to the power and the mp3 player. I highly recommend this

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8/17/2011

Brand New Sony Mexbt5700u Car Cd/mp3 Receiver with Built in Bluetooth + Usb Input + Ipod Direct Controls and Amazing 4 Line Display with Great Graphics Review

Brand New Sony Mexbt5700u Car Cd/mp3 Receiver with Built in Bluetooth + Usb Input + Ipod Direct Controls and Amazing 4 Line Display with Great Graphics
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BUYER BEWARE!
I paid for a brand NEW stereo, but got something that was probably refurbished.
Why? Because when I opened the box, the display was all scratched up. I'm not
talking one little scratch....I mean, a bunch of little scratches all over.
Seller claimed that this was straight from Sony. I don't think Sony would
put out a stereo with obvious flaws.
Went back and forth with the seller via email. Seller did offer a RMA......
only after I threatened to report to better business bureau.
Next time, I will pay a little more to buy from a more credible seller, with
more positive reviews.

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8/03/2011

Satechi BW-2052 Built-In Bluetooth Car Stereo with Music Streaming, CD Receiver with Front AUX / USB / SD/MMC card CD / MP3 / WMA player with Remote Control Review

Satechi BW-2052 Built-In Bluetooth Car Stereo with Music Streaming, CD Receiver with Front AUX / USB / SD/MMC card CD / MP3 / WMA player with Remote Control
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I've had an Alpine stereo with the original BT-100 bluetooth module for years. It just has not worked well with my Android phone, and the bluetooth protocols, so I set out to find a new stereo with bluetooth and an Aux input, so that my wife could plug her phone in when she's in the car with me. I scoured models up to $600, and only the top-of-the-line Parrot Car Stereo offered Aux input together with full Bluetooth support. The Panasonics didn't have Bluetooth A2DP streaming, only the headset protocol. The Alpines would only offer iPhone plus bluetooth OR Aux input, but not both. I don't have an iPhone anymore, nor do I plan to go back. As I kept looking, more and more products had Bluetooth headset, but not stereo streaming (A2DP) or no remote control (RCP), or you had to choose between bluetooth, Aux input, or a microphone, because they all used the same jack to make room for a dedicated iPhone cable that can't be used with anything else but an iPhone. The industry is way too iPhone centric right now. (If you have an Android phone, get this stereo and a eye-level phone cradle, and use your phone as the controller.)
Then along comes this little stereo, that seemed to good to be true, but at $100, I took the chance. I have to say that it is worth every penny, and works better than ones selling for $200 and $300. It paired easily with my Evo 4G, and handles everything by auto-switching. I don't have change to bluetooth. If I play something on my phone, it auto-switches over and pumps it through my stereo. When it's done, it switches back to the radio. If I put in a CD, it automatically switches to the CD player, then to my phone when I get a call, then back to the CD player when I hang up. I don't have to even think about it. Good work Satechi. You can switch manually if you want to, but the auto-switching will generally anticipate your needs.
If you haven't noticed already, it also has an internal microphone built right into the unit. Even the Parrot Car Stereo doesn't have that. With this stereo, there's no microphone to run through the dash or install on your visor, and the sound quality for me has been even better than the wired mic I had on my Alpine. On other mics my wife had to keep asking me to repeat what I said. With the Satechi, we've had normal conversations so far, without any repeats! I'm impressed.
Another person who reviewed this said that his wouldn't play the CD, but I am not having that problem. Everything on the radio is working fantastically.

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Satechi BW-2052 contains a high-end Bluetooth hands-free module. For the first time direct start and stop call buttons feature on the front panel for simple operation. The Bluetooth feature not only allows you to hook it up to your mobile phone, make and receive calls and chat to your mates safely and legally while you are at the wheel......it also gives you music streaming ability when paired to any A2DP equipped device. The stereo comes with an internal hands free microphone, 30 RDS radio presets and a remote control. It is MP3, WMA, CD, CD-R, and CD-RW compatible and has a USB, AUX IN port and an MMC/SD card slot, allowing you to play your music from a variety of external sources and devices such as digital MP3 players and memory sticks. A high power 4x 75 watt built-in power amplifier will fill your car with high quality sound from any source. Settle into your seat, twist the volume knob, and enjoy the clean, powerful sound of Satechi BW-2052.

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5/31/2011

Pioneer DEH-P6200BT CD Receiver with Built-In Bluetooth and USB iPod Control Review

Pioneer DEH-P6200BT CD Receiver with Built-In Bluetooth and USB iPod Control
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Definitely recommending this product to my friends.
Pros:
1. GREAT SOUND! What a difference from my previous stereo.
2. USB works great. I've tested with an 8GB drive but it probably can handle much higher capacities.
3. Sleekness looks really good without becoming a gaudy light show.
4. Plays songs reliably from USB (other stereos randomly cut songs way short)
5. Surprise feature: Supports limited RDS. While not a feature called out, you can view text from a radio station for song title and station information. However, there are no advanced RDS features enabled (ex: can't scan for radio stations by genre).Cons (all minor):
1. Doesn't ship with a faceplate case (come on Pioneer, please spring for the 60 cents of plastic).
2. No microphone mute option during a Bluetooth phone call.
3. Microphone sound quality is good but not great. If you are extra finicky you can use a different mic. I'm sticking with the factory mic.
4. Display does not alternate through Artist, Album, Song Title, etc. You have to explicitely change these yourself.
5. The manual is written so-so. There are a few things that are not explains well (ex: what is "private mode") and sometimes it says you can "press the M.C." and that "pushing the M.C." also does the same thing. Overall, the manual is mostly ok.
6. When you are in Repeat:Track mode and want to jump to another track you want to repeat on, the unit changes to Repeat:Folder instead of staying in Repeat:Track mode. Seems odd to me.
7. Does not ship with a remote control (optional upgrade), but I've never used the remotes from my past stereos anyways.

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Pioneer's DEH-6200BT is a CD, digital media, and iPod receiver with built-in Bluetooth. Enjoy the convenience of hands-free calling, built right into the unit. Expand your options by adding HD Radio, XM Satellite Radio or Sirius Satellite Radio, and expand your system with three RCA preamp outputs.


DEH-6200BT Features
Fed up with your Bluetooth headset? Here's a better hands-free solution. Enjoy the convenience of having Bluetooth built right into the unit, with no additional hands free car kits or other accessories needed. The unit acts like a speakerphone, channeling the sound through your car speakers which makes the call sound better. It also automatically mutes your music so that you'll never miss a call.
CD-R/RW Playback Play back your favorite CDs and burnt CD-R/RW discs in the slot-loading CD player.
MP3/WMA/AAC Playback Don't let your favorite music downloads languish on your computer hard drive. Burn them to a CD-R or CD-RW and play them right on the car stereo. Enjoy hours of your favorite tunes MP3, WMA, and AAC audio content.
You can also just throw some files on a USB thumb drive and insert it directly in the front panel USB input.
iPod Made Easy It's easy! Simply plug your iPod directly into the unit using the optional CD-IU50 iPod cable, and you are ready to rock and roll. Listening to an artist that you just can't get enough of? Now you can hold the "List" button down and it will pop up folders containing that specific artist, album, or genre. You can also have your passenger control your music directly from the iPod.
Connect, Tag, and Download Have you ever heard a great song on the radio, but couldn't remember what it was called or who sang it when you went to go look for it later? Now you don't have to worry about missing out on great music. iTunes Tagging gives you the power to "tag" all of your favorite songs without having to scramble for a piece of scrap paper in the car, then later preview or purchase music at iTunes Music Store.

A better way to control your music Sick of using buttons to search through your songs? Now you can scroll through your music with greater ease using the 7-way rotary commander.
Bring Your Music to Life with Advanced Sound Retriever This year you can hear the detail, warmth, and clarity the way the artist intended it, from all of the highly compressed MP3, WMA and AAC files playing on your CD player. By restoring data that tends to get lost in the digital compression process, we can make your music sound close to CD quality.
Supertuner IIID AM/FM Tuner Pioneer's legendary Supertuner IIID combines the best of digital and analog tuner technologies to reduce distortion to bring you exceptional FM and AM performance. If you live in an area where reception is weak, you'll hear a big improvement in signal strength. And when you're near tall buildings, Supertuner IIID reduces the effect of multi-path noise, which occurs when the signal is reflecting off of the buildings.
MOSFET 50W x4 Amplifier for the Power Hungry Compared to conventional power supplies, the MOSFET amplification circuit is smaller and more efficient, delivering power with less distortion and absolutely zero on/off switching noise. And that doesn't just mean a boost in volume: it means that your music will be cleaner at higher volumes because you're not pushing the limits of the amplification circuit. Clean, efficient power that will rock your vehicle.
The DEH-6200BT is also ready for expansion, with two sets of 2V RCA preamp outputs (front, rear/subwoofer) for system expansion with external amps/speakers, and a two-way crossover with separate high and low pass settings.
Get Plugged In Use the built-in AUX input for connecting any digital portable player and other external auxiliary devices. For extra-convenient access, the input is on the front panel.
Dial In Your Sound Tweak the sound to your liking with the on-board five-band graphic EQ. A Loudness feature ensures ample low-end even during quiet listening, and standard balance/fader controls let you adjust the stereo image to suit your vehicle and preferences.
DEH-6200BT Basic Specs

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4/09/2011

Sony MEX-BT3800U In-Dash CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player with Bluetooth Review

Sony MEX-BT3800U In-Dash CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player with Bluetooth
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You get a lot for your money with this unit. Between the front auxiliary in, USB, and Bluetooth you have plethora of connectivity options so you should be able to connect anything to this unit for a long time. That's the unit's biggest plus. In fact, it can be a little bit annoying to have to switch through so many inputs via the source to get to the one you want (you can turn off aux in the settings though). You can also add optional HD Radio through an expensive adapter. I don't mind the lack of HD Radio since from what I've read, the execution isn't great yet with radios switching back and forth between the HD and analog signal and the signals themselves not being in sync.
The display is easy to read at a glance, and RDS (displays what is currently playing on the tuner) makes finding new radio stations easy. The iPod controls on the unit are a bit too complicated to bother learning, especially since you can use the iPod's own controls if you switch to "passenger mode". The buttons on the bottom of the unit used to switch stations and perform other operations have kind of a sharp edge a the bottom, which can make them sometimes a little painful to press if you don't aim high when you hit them. The USB will charge your iPod or other device fine.
The Bluetooth connectivity works really well, and sounds great. I use the Bluetooth stereo to stream music from my Motorola Droid with no problems. The Bluetooth hands free functionality is a bit basic since the unit won't display who is calling you, just that you have a call. Not that big of a deal at this price point. My phone will automatically pair the hands free profile when I turn the stereo on, but seems kind of hit or miss with pairing the Bluetooth stereo profile automatically. From using my phone with another Bluetooth speaker, it seems like it's more of an issue with the Droid.
One thing I find really strange with this unit is the remote functionality. If I use the head unit controls to turn on the unit / change source, the only control on the remote that will work is the off button. Vice versa, if you turn the unit on with the remote, all the remote functions work perfectly fine, but you can only use the volume controls on the head unit. Seek buttons, etc will not work. It took me a while to figure this out and at first I thought the remote control was defective. Again, this is not that big of deal to me since I would hardly use the remote, I just wish it was documented somewhere.

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Sony's MEX-BT3800U is a great way to add Bluetooth and media power to your vehicle, with 52 Watts through four channels. Make hands-free calls or stream audio from your compatible devices. You can also play back CDs and CD-R/RWs, along with MP3/WMA/AAC files. A front auxiliary input is great for connecting external devices, and you can enjoy full iPod control right from the receiver.

Detachable Faceplate The MEX-BT3800U features a detachable faceplate for added security, with a 1-line, 13-segment LCD display and blue control illumination.
Bluetooth Functionality The MEX-BT3800U features Bluetooth hands-free with an integrated microphone (or through an external microphone), as well as audio streaming functionality using your compatible Bluetooth music device.
USB 1-Wire for iPod, iPhone, and Other USB Devices USB 1-Wire lets you directly connect, charge, and control your digital music player via the USB jack in the front of the unit, as well as view metadata like song title and artist on the front display.
Quick-Browzer Technology With Jump Mode and ZAPPIN Features Quick-BrowZer lets you search and select songs by category, including artist, album, genre, or playlist. Jump Mode gets you closer to the song you want by allowing you to fast forward through a music category in 10 percent increments. With Zappin, you can play music in six-, nine-, or 30-second clips until you find the song you're looking for.
MP3/WMA/AAC Playback With DM+ Multi-format playback lets you play CDs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs loaded with hundreds of MP3, AAC, or WMA songs. Hear the music on your recorded CDs and MP3s in their original vibrancy with DM+ (Digital Music Plus), an original Sony codec enhancer that reproduces detailed and high-frequency sound from compressed audio.
Satellite and HD Radio Ready The MEX-BT3800U integrates seamlessly with satellite radio Sony Bus adaptors (sold separately) so you can receive digital satellite radio broadcasts. HD Radio capability lets you receive digital audio broadcasts when used with an optional HD Radio tuner.
Radio Data System (RDS) The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist, title, and album.
Front Auxiliary Input The front auxiliary input lets you connect almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system.
EQ3 Customize the sound with Sony's EQ3 feature, which includes 7 preset tone curves and a 3-band equalizer.
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4/02/2011

JVC KD-HDR60 USB/CD Receiver w/ Built-In HD Radio Tuner and iTunes Tagging, USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone, and Bluetooth/Satellite Radio add-on capability Review

JVC KD-HDR60 USB/CD Receiver w/ Built-In HD Radio Tuner and iTunes Tagging, USB 2.0 for iPod/iPhone, and Bluetooth/Satellite Radio add-on capability
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You can't beat this product for the price.
The FM quality is very good, very clear.
I can pick up stations that I was unable to receive before (too weak of a signal--maybe my other head unit was going bad?).
The HD is very cool; crystal clear and a wider stereo effect.
Downside to HD is that it drops out when signal is weak.
4GB usb thumbdrive worked flawlessly.
The overall sound is very good, in my opinion.
I have the option to upgrade to bluetooth and sat radio as well.
I am very satisfied.
On the downside, I find the menu and buttons cumbersome.
Some of the buttons are too small, the menus are not intuitive, etc.
The remote is VERY basic.
Still, I am very satisfied.
I give it a 5 because of the price and options.

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JVC's KD-HDR60 gives you HD Radio and plenty more. It plays back CDs, MP3/WMA files from disc or USB devices, offers direct control of iPods/iPhones, a front-panel auxiliary input, and then some. You can also easily add satellite radio for more entertainment options, or Bluetooth for hands-free calling and other benefits.

Discover More Content and Listening Options With HD Radio HD Radio is a Digital Broadcast technology that enables high-quality sound with crystal clear reception, low noise, and no audio distortion.

Multicasting allows more accesible stations that contain additional music format, genre, and talk radio options that have, until now, never been heard through other radio broadcast mediums.

HD Radio is being broadcast in over 200 major U.S. Markets and growing. It is completely free of charge--all you need is a HD Radio-enabled stereo.
And of course, you can still tune into your favorite AM and FM stations.
iTunes Tagging iTunes Tagging lets you "tag" songs you hear on local HD Radio stations so you can purchase them later from the iTunes store.
Separated Variable Color The KD-HDR60 features a Full-Dot LCD with JVC's Separated Variable-Color. Personalize your stereo to match your vehicle's interior illumination colors. Separated variable color lets you use two separate colors from a choice of over 30,000 options to create your own color scheme.
CD and USB Audio Play back your favorite CDs and CD-R/RW discs, or go with a USB thumb drive or other USB device for enjoyment of your MP3 or WMA audio files. You can also pop in a CD-R full of digital audio files if you'd prefer that route.
An advanced multi-bit analog-to-digital converter provides a solid sound base, and you can perfect it with the seven-band EQ. For quiter listening, a Loudness function is provided, to ensure you still get some low-end and dynamics.
USB Audio and Video for iPod/iPhone The USB connection for iPod/iPhone provides clear digital sound directly from your iPod or iPhone. While your device is in use, it also receives a charge, so it's ready to step out of the car when you do. Since the KD-R810 features two USB ports, you can connect two different iPods, or a USB device along with an iPod.

With External Mode for iPod, you can also enjoy sound from your favorite iPod/iPhone apps in your vehicle, such as Internet radio, games, video, or navigation apps.
MOSFET Power You'll get plenty of volume with the built-in 50W x 4 MOSFET amplifier, along with clean, efficient power and performance. 2.5V front and subwoofer preamp outputs are also provided,
Auxiliary Input A 3.5mm front-panel aux input lets you connect most any device, such as MP3 Players or iPods/iPhones, for enjoyment through the receiver.
SAT Radio Ready If you'd like to add still more entertainment options to your vehicle, add an optional SIRIUS/XM Satellite radio solution from JVC.
Bluetooth Ready You can also add the JVC KS-BTA200 Bluetooth adapter to enjoy hands-free calling, voice recognition, phonebook transfer, and other great features for your cellular device.
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