I currently use a cassette adaptor because fm transmitters do not work well for me. What I would like to do is connect an A2DP bluetooth adaptor to the cassette adaptor for hands-free use. Can this be done and which device would you recommend? Is anyone currently doing this?
Also, I don't have an aux input on my stereo.
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Smuuv said:
I currently use a cassette adaptor because fm transmitters do not work well for me. What I would like to do is connect an A2DP bluetooth adaptor to the cassette adaptor for hands-free use. Can this be done and which device would you recommend? Is anyone currently doing this?
Also, I don't have an aux input on my stereo.
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I have never seen anything like this before but that doesn't mean it's not out there. I would just pick up a decent mid range car stereo that already has bluetooth. I would imagine you can pick one up for around a hundred bucks.
I don't think its possible.
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Thanks guys, I really don't want to spend the money on a new stereo plus installation. I still have the stock 6 disc cd player with cassette in my 2002 wrx. I was hoping the spend $50 on a external device, oh well. Thanks again and have a good one!
If I understand what you are asking, the bluetooth adapter would need a line out - like a headphone jack. I have not seen that. There is a company called PAC that makes adapters that turn the connection to the 6 disc changer into an aux in. You might check them out.
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If I understand what you are asking, the bluetooth adapter would need a line out - like a headphone jack. I have not seen that. There is a company called PAC that makes adapters that turn the connection to the 6 disc changer into an aux in. You might check them out.
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You have it right, it would be:
Cassette Adapter -> Bluetooth adapter
I took your suggestion to check out the PAC adapter but unfortunately, they only offer a FM transmitters with bluetooth. I guess I'll have to use an FM transmitter. Thanks for helping.
This is almost what you are looking for:
www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16855995461 but is designed for in home use (wall adapter).
I don't see why this couldn't be made to work in a car if you can power it, or why someone wouldn't make something similar designed for a car. It's not that unusual what you are asking for.
Smuuv said:
You have it right, it would be:
Cassette Adapter -> Bluetooth adapter
I took your suggestion to check out the PAC adapter but unfortunately, they only offer a FM transmitters with bluetooth. I guess I'll have to use an FM transmitter. Thanks for helping.
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NP. Unfortunately, I guess they don't have the wired interface for your particular vehicle.
Hey, I got exactly what you need! I just got a new car and it has Bluetooth but only for the phone. So I had to pick up this adapter to get A2DP working for streaming my music to the car. The adapter plugs into the AUX, standard 3.5mm jack.
Check it out:
http://www.amazon.com/Miccus-BluBridge-mini-jack-Rx-Bluetooth/dp/B0038MA11U
Takes a couple tries to get it paired and connected to the Epic, but it works.
This would work. OP didn't have an aux jack but that's ok he can just plug in the cassette adapter off of this.
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v1monkie said:
Hey, I got exactly what you need! I just got a new car and it has Bluetooth but only for the phone. So I had to pick up this adapter to get A2DP working for streaming my music to the car. The adapter plugs into the AUX, standard 3.5mm jack.
Check it out:
http://www.amazon.com/Miccus-BluBridge-mini-jack-Rx-Bluetooth/dp/B0038MA11U
Takes a couple tries to get it paired and connected to the Epic, but it works.
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Thanks this suggestion. I checked out the other bluetooth audio receivers and I ordered this one. I'll report back once I've tried it out to help others in the same boat.
http://www.amazon.com/Britelink-Bluetooth-Audio-Receiver-Portable/dp/B0059M4G9K/ref=pd_rhf_cr_p_t_2
I had previously ordered the Nokia Bluetooth headset from eBay for $15 from Hong Kong and it lets you plug any 3.5 jack into it. That worked out ok until I lost it. They have a few up there still that could be worth trying out.
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Just wanted to report that the device I ordered will not work for me. In the picture of the device, I saw an input hole but it was for power, not a 3.5mm input. Sooooo, I guess I'll give up on this project.
Smuuv said:
Just wanted to report that the device I ordered will not work for me. In the picture of the device, I saw an input hole but it was for power, not a 3.5mm input. Sooooo, I guess I'll give up on this project.
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Actually all you need is a "barrel" adapter. It would allow you to attach your cassett adapter to the bluetooth reciever you bought. They are very common and cheap.
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Here's a link to one of those adapters I was talking about. Actually called a 3.5mm female to female coupler. http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...d=10429&cs_id=1042901&p_id=678&seq=1&format=2 Hope that helps you out.
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Rocket321, thanks for the info. i just ordered one from MonoPrice. I hope this works.
Smuuv said:
Thanks this suggestion. I checked out the other bluetooth audio receivers and I ordered this one. I'll report back once I've tried it out to help others in the same boat.
http://www.amazon.com/Britelink-Bluetooth-Audio-Receiver-Portable/dp/B0059M4G9K/ref=pd_rhf_cr_p_t_2
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Here's a link to one of those adapters I was talking about. Actually called a 3.5mm female to female coupler. http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...d=10429&cs_id=1042901&p_id=678&seq=1&format=2 Hope that helps you out.
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I'm happy to report that:
Cassette adapter + 3.5mm female to female coupler + bluetooth audio receiver = SUCCESS
I'm not an audiophile but the quality of the output is the same as listening directly from the cassette adapter. 95% of the time, I listen to podcasts so quality is not a big thing for me. I did test with Pandora and Google Music and both sounded good to me. Today is the first day using it on my way to and from work ~30 minutes total. I will report back again once I've had time to use it extensively. I hope this helps others in the same boat.
Thank you everyone for the help with getting this working. For those that celebrate Happy Thanksgiving and for those that don't Happy Thursday! I now have one more thing to be thankful for.
Very cool to hear you are up and working! I'm looking at doing something similar with my home stereo to play music across the living room with no wires and that way I can keep my phone and text an take calls easily. I'll be checking back here to see your report on sound quality as that will be important to me for music listening.
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Very cool to hear you are up and working! I'm looking at doing something similar with my home stereo to play music across the living room with no wires and that way I can keep my phone and text an take calls easily. I'll be checking back here to see your report on sound quality as that will be important to me for music listening.
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The sound quality is the same as it was before routing through the cassette adaptor. I only have a 15 minute commute from work, so I can't speak on taking phone calls while connected. I did try to make a call once as a test. I could hear the other person clearly but they couldn't hear me even with the mic close to my face.
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I know it is a very late reply, but would this solve your issue?
hxxp://dx.com/p/bluetooth-cassette-adapter-10067?item=1
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I picked up the Infuse Car dock with my Infuse and I LOVE IT. It works great, its very very good build quality. Nice to have the dock always plugged in for power and I can just pop my phone in and go. Also really nice that Samsung Car Home auto opens when I plug it in to the dock.
To anyone that uses their phone for calls or music while driving I highly recommend it.
Did you pick it up at an AT&T store? I am eager to check one out, as I plan to use the phone quite a bit as GPS unit for my car.
Thanks!
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Did you pick it up at an AT&T store? I am eager to check one out, as I plan to use the phone quite a bit as GPS unit for my car.
Thanks!
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Yeah I did I am not normally one to buy accessories from ATT but I couldn't resist .
Samsung Dock
yes it's from AT&T and it's very nice.
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...=samsung&q_model=prod5100347#fbid=jy53eoHminq
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yes it's from AT&T and it's very nice.
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That does look pretty sweet.
Cool! I bought the home dock too for a nightstand.
very nice that samsung didnt drop the ball on this stuff this time. i am considering both docks.
Dani897 said:
very nice that samsung didnt drop the ball on this stuff this time. i am considering both docks.
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I might go back and buy the home dock as well
I bought both as well. AT&T had special that if you buy two accessories you get the third free.
Infuse should arrive tomorrow so I'll be able to try them out. I have always used ProClip USA's mounts but will compare it to Samsung's. I currently have an adjustable adaptor that works with iPhone 3G and Captivate within protective cases. They have holders for naked units that fit perfectly, but it is a hassle to remove phones from Otterboxes only to put them back after short rides.
i just got the home dock but am returning it. the reason is that it is not flexible enough. it has a micro usb port but it will not pass through the usb connection to my computer so i can mount the sdcard or pass through mhl to hdmi. this makes it no more than a 40$ charger that holds the phone.
i have a bad micro usb cable that i plan to make into a jig that can trip the dock mode or other things. i can hack up the dock but would rather exchange it for the car dock. i also want to see how much a second mhl adapter is. i would like to make an all in one dock.
Car Dock application
I purchased a Infuse yesterday with the car dock. The only way we can get the phone to send audio out through the docks 3.5mm is by using the Samsung Car Home application. This application is lacking to say the least. I've tried CarHome Ultra and still no audio through the dock.
Is there a work around for this or another dock application that works?
Thanks,
JAFO
jafo5236 said:
I purchased a Infuse yesterday with the car dock. The only way we can get the phone to send audio out through the docks 3.5mm is by using the Samsung Car Home application. This application is lacking to say the least. I've tried CarHome Ultra and still no audio through the dock.
Is there a work around for this or another dock application that works?
Thanks,
JAFO
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no methods that have been tested yet. there is an app for the sgs that can control it but it may need a kernel mod to work.
edit: try this https://market.android.com/details?id=net.muteheadlight.dockredir
let me know if it works
Does BT audio work when in car dock or do you HAVE to use 3.5mm jack?
AnyMal said:
Does BT audio work when in car dock or do you HAVE to use 3.5mm jack?
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All i use is BT audio when in the dock, it works amazing! The BT actually sounds good unlike the Atrix/Inspire did.
Media volume output seems too low through 3.5mm and bluetooth. Anyone share opinion?
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bluetoothless said:
Media volume output seems too low through 3.5mm and bluetooth. Anyone share opinion?
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With the media volume at full, with BT using Music Player or Pandora I can keep my Stereo on 15 and it sounds nice and clear and loud. To get the same volume out of Sirius or the Radio I am usually up around 20. I haven't tried the 3.5mm jack.
crawlgsx said:
With the media volume at full, with BT using Music Player or Pandora I can keep my Stereo on 15 and it sounds nice and clear and loud. To get the same volume out of Sirius or the Radio I am usually up around 20. I haven't tried the 3.5mm jack.
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For all you guys out there, if your car is NOT bluetooth ready, I am currently using Grom Audio stuff....
Its freaking AMAZING! ALL audio goes through the bluetooth like watching a news cast with flash, watching a baseball game, and of course bluetooth calling. Its all plug and play and anyone can do it!
http://www.gromaudio.com/ipod.html
Is the one I got. Its does come with full ipod control cable, but meh.... I just use the bluetooth!
Hope that helps!
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no methods that have been tested yet. there is an app for the sgs that can control it but it may need a kernel mod to work.
edit: try this https://market.android.com/details?id=net.muteheadlight.dockredir
let me know if it works
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Hey thanks, it works! But the only bad thing is that the sound is still bad. There is no BASS hardly at all compared to the sound the headphone port throws out. This is the same problem with the Samsung car dock app. Its like Samsung crossed the wires when soldering the wires to the port. It sounds like mono and not STEREO. I wish this could be fixed?
crawlgsx said:
All i use is BT audio when in the dock, it works amazing! The BT actually sounds good unlike the Atrix/Inspire did.
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I can't speak for Atrix, but Inspire sounds pretty darn good through my Parrot set up.
AnyMal said:
I can't speak for Atrix, but Inspire sounds pretty darn good through my Parrot set up.
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Yeah I was looking at the Parrot setup before the Grom Audio.... The sounds outta the bluetooth is pretty good... Also you can hear the differences between the equalizer settings.....
So my car doesn't have an aux input (that I can find anyway) but my pioneer deck (according to the manual) does but it looks like its on the back of the deck and I can't get to it without breaking it. How can I get my new Fascinate car dock to work? Please help me. I want to hear my podcasts through my speakers as well as phone calls.
What kind of car do you have.... I promise there is a way to get to the back with out breaking things...
2002 vw jetta
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You can't hear phone calls through the speakers with the car dock.
Good to know but is there any way to solve the problem with the aux in?
http://metraonline.com/files/products/INST95-9012.pdf
should help you with removal...
spyd3r05 said:
http://metraonline.com/files/products/INST95-9012.pdf
should help you with removal...
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Thanks for the info but I know me and I would break it even with good instructions. I found a local audio shop that said they could hook up an rb10? or something to make it work for like 20 bucks. I'm gonna look on amazon for the part and then take it to him I guess.
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Thanks for the info but I know me and I would break it even with good instructions. I found a local audio shop that said they could hook up an rb10? or something to make it work for like 20 bucks. I'm gonna look on amazon for the part and then take it to him I guess.
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Why don't you get one of those FM transmitters... plug if to the 3.5 and set station then set the same station on deck and enjoy ...they run for 10$ at Walmart ...cheap easy and good ...had one before I upgraded deck with from facing aux input
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JeezyMT3G said:
Why don't you get one of those FM transmitters... plug if to the 3.5 and set station then set the same station on deck and enjoy ...they run for 10$ at Walmart ...cheap easy and good ...had one before I upgraded deck with from facing aux input
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Hadnt thought of that. I'm gonna check that out today. Thanks for the heads up!
I will say in my experience, hard wired sounds way way way better than a fm transmitter
So when I hook up the fm transmitter directly to the phone it works perfect. But when I hook the transmitter into the car dock it won't play through the speakers in my car? What am I doing wrong?
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So when I hook up the fm transmitter directly to the phone it works perfect. But when I hook the transmitter into the car dock it won't play through the speakers in my car? What am I doing wrong?
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Idk about that one
..never used the car dock before
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I will say in my experience, hard wired sounds way way way better than a fm transmitter
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It is WAY better but when you're in the situation when you have no aux input or don't want to tear appart your car ...something is better then nothing
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This is true.. haha , anyways you need the app "galaxy dock sound redirector" should help with that problem ///Also I use a cassette tape adapter for my work car... hah!
FINALLY got it to work!!! Here's what I did in case anyone else has this problem:
Flash this: http://adrynalyne.us/files/patches/car_cradle_patch.zip
And then I flashed this just in case: http://adrynalyne.us/files/patches/car_cradle_patch.zip
Hope this helps some people.
I read a little about this and was wondering what method is the easiest to get music from my epic to car audio. My stock radio doesnt have a 3.5 jack and just has a cd/cassette player so i figured just buy the cassette adaptor but I hear problems with calls while using this method.
Is there any way around this other then bluetooth?
Yup a Fm transmitter which sends a radio signal and you play your music through the radio -$13 at walmart its ok but the cassette adaptor gives you better quality
CrfEpic4g said:
Yup a Fm transmitter which sends a radio signal and you play your music through the radio -$13 at walmart its ok but the cassette adaptor gives you better quality
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+1 thanks
But is there a cassette adapter that lets you talk on incoming calls. ive heard that you can hear them but they cant hear you
Casette adapter works just fine for calls. Audio is over car speakers and Epic's microphone. I do it all the time (or at least I did before buying the car dock which doesn't allow the calls to go through the car radio)
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i use a $25 fm transmitter i got on newegg that plugs into my car's lighter adapter, excellent quality and i can change the station.
get a Radio transmitter that connects to your phone, and basically creates a radio station from your phone in all its glory.
Or, since bluetooth connectivity is here to stay, get a new cd player that has bluetooth. cassette what?
If you read the OP, you will see he says he does not get good results with FM and frankly neither have I. I live in a metropolitan area with a congested FM band. I have never been able to drive more than 15 minutes on a clear space in the FM band.
What is the cheapest Bluetooth stereo that lets you answer calls on it out there right now? I am looking to buy one because the FM transmitter just doesn't work well in Austin.
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I read a little about this and was wondering what method is the easiest to get music from my epic to car audio. My stock radio doesnt have a 3.5 jack and just has a cd/cassette player so i figured just buy the cassette adaptor but I hear problems with calls while using this method.
Is there any way around this other then bluetooth?
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Go spend $100 on a new cd player for your car with a 3.5mm jack problem solved
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If you can handle very simple wiring (or know someone who can) this is a fairly cheap solution:
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MO...or-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614/ref=cm_cr-mr-title
You'll want to boost the output volume on your phone through Voodoo control or another method. But it works 100x better than any of the wireless transmitters I've tried.
The cassette adapter is the way to go, and I see no reason they wouldn't be able to hear you. It's just headphones to the phone, and I talk with headphones all the time.
I mean, the only thing you have to keep in mind is it doesn't make the mic magical. You'd still have to hold it near your mouth, or put it on speaker (probably with mixed results). If people leave their phone buried in the console, then yeah, people can't hear them.
If you want to spend a little extra money and you plan to listen to music I would say go to crutchfield.com and "outfit your car". I just entered my cars information and it gave me the right product for the job. Now I have a 3.5mm jack coming through my trunk to my dash. Audio quality is perfect. Costs about 70 bucks but price will vary by car. Whicheve metod you choose I would also reccomend a ground loop amplifier for 15 bucks. I bought the best reviewed one on amazon and now there is no more electronic noise when I am charging my phone.
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If you want to spend a little extra money and you plan to listen to music I would say go to crutchfield.com and "outfit your car". I just entered my cars information and it gave me the right product for the job. Now I have a 3.5mm jack coming through my trunk to my dash. Audio quality is perfect. Costs about 70 bucks but price will vary by car. Whicheve metod you choose I would also reccomend a ground loop amplifier for 15 bucks. I bought the best reviewed one on amazon and now there is no more electronic noise when I am charging my phone.
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Good info.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0032FOJPC/ref=mp_s_a_7?qid=1322620989&sr=8-7
The Sony MEXBT2800 is the cheapest one I've seen with bluetooth built in, Dual makes a cheaper one but you have to buy the adaptor.
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Crutchfield is as expensive as local shops. Support your local car audio industry, give them a look. Make friends, and you'll get deals.
seoulseek80 said:
I read a little about this and was wondering what method is the easiest to get music from my epic to car audio. My stock radio doesnt have a 3.5 jack and just has a cd/cassette player so i figured just buy the cassette adaptor but I hear problems with calls while using this method.
Is there any way around this other then bluetooth?
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RF Modulator is the way to go... look around for others but here is an idea
http://www.shopwiki.com/Samsung-Epic-4G-Car-FM-Transmitter-Charger
Tonight I made my first accessory purchase at the local Verizon store... as their prices have always been pretty bad, but I have a military discount of 15%, so I bit the bullet and purchased an iBolt cradle system. If you haven't seen it, there is a review in the accessory section, it's pretty spot on, but this important update is for those of us who don't have A2DP streaming in the car, and are forced to use the AUX IN jack.
Long story short, when using this dock, you have the option of sending the sound thru your micro USB port or out the phones speaker in back. This dock comes with a nine foot long cable that has micro USB at one end, and regular USB and a 3.5mm audio jack at the other. This beautiful setup allows you to not touch the evil headphone jack (trump card) on the phone, but rather it lets you the phone play music out the USB connection while retaining Bluetooth phone connectivity thru your cars Bluetooth connection! (while charging)
Silly that I had to buy a $32 device to get functionality that the AT&T version of our phone has natively... but at least it's fixed!
Not trying to be a jerk or anything, but what is the advantage of playing music through the USB instead of bluetooth? I actually like the BT option - plays music but pauses when a call come in and lowers the volume for GPS directions. Works great all at the same time...
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Not trying to be a jerk or anything, but what is the advantage of playing music through the USB instead of bluetooth? I actually like the BT option - plays music but pauses when a call come in and lowers the volume for GPS directions. Works great all at the same time...
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There's a large portion of G3 owners who do not have bluetooth streaming (A2DP). Just because you have bluetooth phone connectivity does not mean you have bluetooth streaming. We are forced to use the aux in jack in the car to listen to music. I think a large portion of S3 owners simply tried to use the headphones jack on the phone... But if you do that, you cannot use bluetooth. Every sound is routed thru the headphones jack. You cannot toggle this.
So, using the iBolt cradle, witch ports the sound out via usb instead of the headphones jack, I am able to retain my cars bluetooth functionality.
Side note, not sure if you know this, but the sound quality of bluetooth streamed music is pretty bad compared to a cabled connection.
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There's a large portion of G3 owners who do not have bluetooth streaming (A2DP). Just because you have bluetooth phone connectivity does not mean you have bluetooth streaming. We are forced to use the aux in jack in the car to listen to music. I think a large portion of S3 owners simply tried to use the headphones jack on the phone... But if you do that, you cannot use bluetooth. Every sound is routed thru the headphones jack. You cannot toggle this.
So, using the iBolt cradle, witch ports the sound out via usb instead of the headphones jack, I am able to retain my cars bluetooth functionality.
Side note, not sure if you know this, but the sound quality of bluetooth streamed music is pretty bad compared to a cabled connection.
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I'd recommend this if you don't have BT streaming: http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10827&cs_id=1082704&p_id=9472&seq=1&format=2
That combined with a USB car charger to keep it charged at all times would maybe be a nice way to solve your issue for ~$30
Note: I don't own the product, but the reviews are good and it seems it would just be nice to have.
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I'd recommend this if you don't have BT streaming: http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10827&cs_id=1082704&p_id=9472&seq=1&format=2
That combined with a USB car charger to keep it charged at all times would maybe be a nice way to solve your issue for ~$30
Note: I don't own the product, but the reviews are good and it seems it would just be nice to have.
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A day after I purchased the iBolt I received this little gadget in the mail from ebay.
USB Bluetooth Adapter
For under $10 it gives you the same A2DP bluetooth audio streaming. But, the difference is it doesn't sound nearly as good for the lower end of the spectrum. But, in a pinch it's awesome, and for the price, you can't beat it. I have it as a backup for now.
I took about 30 min and hid the iBolt cabling today. I like the fact that I moved the cradle to the top left of the windshield, away from the center console. Will post some pics later today of the install.
I am surprised at how easy the phone is to use with my left hand, from the steering wheel. Retaining the bluetooth functionality, specificallly my integrated microphone, really makes this work around worth every penny. Hope it helps someone else!
Oh well now I understand. Thanks for clarifying. Of course I didn't mean any offense.
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Oh well now I understand. Thanks for clarifying. Of course I didn't mean any offense.
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No worries, none taken. I am just ecstatic to be playing music via S3 thru my car stereo and still be able to use the cars bluetooth for phone calls! Now if we could come up with a fix for this damn NO SIM error, I would be in heaven. LOL!
Can you post the dock and where you got it?
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Can you post the dock and where you got it?
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The OP mentioned they bought it from the Verizon store and that it was discussed in the Accessories thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1806888&highlight=ibolt
- ooofest
Sweet, I was contemplating a bluetooth to 3.5mm for my car because of this issue, but this might be a better solution. Looks like we might have the same exact setup soon including the mini cooper :good:
I-bolt rocks. Bought one the other day. Search for best price. Down in the low to mid $30 range now depending on shipping and coupons.
Could anybody solve my problem? My car doesn't have a usb port so I cant use the iBolt to play music through it. I use the cassette player to audio jack and use bluetooth talk through my car speakers. Is there a solution to use bluetooth while using the audio jack?
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Could anybody solve my problem? My car doesn't have a usb port so I cant use the iBolt to play music through it. I use the cassette player to audio jack and use bluetooth talk through my car speakers. Is there a solution to use bluetooth while using the audio jack?
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Yes. I don't know why I didn't think of this sooner, but on anther board, someone brought this up and it works, albeit ghetto'ish.
Mount the phone somewhere in the car where you can speak towards the mic. Plug the cassette tape adapter into the headphones jack. When a call comes in, just answer the phone keeping the headphone jack in use, and the sound will come thru your stereo, but the mic you will be using is the one on the phone. Talked to multiple people who all heard me just fine. (even with the mic pointed downwards!)
tb311 said:
Sweet, I was contemplating a bluetooth to 3.5mm for my car because of this issue, but this might be a better solution. Looks like we might have the same exact setup soon including the mini cooper :good:
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The cable is exactly the right length to mount the ibolt anywhere in the car, hell I think we could mount it on the rear window, lol! There is space behind the base of the center console where you can tuck away any extra cable you have before you route the cable to the jacks. I decided to use an add on 2.1a USB car charger (cig lighter adapter) vs the cars internal USB as I don't think the MINI USB pumps out anything more than 450 mA (1\4 what the adapter puts out I bought seperately)
PowerGen Dual USB Port 2A 10w (fast) Heavy Duty Ouput Car Charger - White
Guys great news rls8 hybrid fixed this issue. Instead of buying a $ 40 accessory , donate a 20 to the dev
jmichaels1982 said:
Guys great news rls8 hybrid fixed this issue. Instead of buying a $ 40 accessory , donate a 20 to the dev
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Does that require a custom Recovery and/or ROM, perhaps? I'd like to keep things relatively stock for now, though am OK with tweaks. Plus, the iBolt looks convenient to use in my car.
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mdt73 said:
There's a large portion of G3 owners who do not have bluetooth streaming (A2DP). Just because you have bluetooth phone connectivity does not mean you have bluetooth streaming. We are forced to use the aux in jack in the car to listen to music. I think a large portion of S3 owners simply tried to use the headphones jack on the phone... But if you do that, you cannot use bluetooth. Every sound is routed thru the headphones jack. You cannot toggle this.
So, using the iBolt cradle, witch ports the sound out via usb instead of the headphones jack, I am able to retain my cars bluetooth functionality.
Side note, not sure if you know this, but the sound quality of bluetooth streamed music is pretty bad compared to a cabled connection.
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So how do you know if you have bluetooth streaming? aren't all the G3's the same in that respect? Or is it up to what your car can do?
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mdt73 said:
Yes. I don't know why I didn't think of this sooner, but on anther board, someone brought this up and it works, albeit ghetto'ish.
Mount the phone somewhere in the car where you can speak towards the mic. Plug the cassette tape adapter into the headphones jack. When a call comes in, just answer the phone keeping the headphone jack in use, and the sound will come thru your stereo, but the mic you will be using is the one on the phone. Talked to multiple people who all heard me just fine. (even with the mic pointed downwards!)
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I know I can do that but I want to use the bluetooth in my car to make calls(my car doesn't have bluetooth audio only calls). When I use the headphone jack to make calls people say their voice echoes back but if I use the cars bluetooth its fine.
I am currently using my note 4 to listen to music on the way to and from work and while the earphones are good I have a pair I bought that are sports style and hook over the back of my ears which is useful for me as I ride a motorcycle to work with helmet and this stops them falling out when I put my helmet on however I'd love to be able to use the remote features of the in-line controls on the stock earphones. Is there such an attachment (cable) that I plug into the phone and then in turn can plug my earphones into that has this that can be used?
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I am currently using my note 4 to listen to music on the way to and from work and while the earphones are good I have a pair I bought that are sports style and hook over the back of my ears which is useful for me as I ride a motorcycle to work with helmet and this stops them falling out when I put my helmet on however I'd love to be able to use the remote features of the in-line controls on the stock earphones. Is there such an attachment (cable) that I plug into the phone and then in turn can plug my earphones into that has this that can be used?
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For some reason, I'm having trouble deciphering what you are looking for. I don't have stock headphones (I think only certain Note 4 models came with them... mine didn't), but I assume they're basic in-ear headphones. You also mention wanting to be able to use the controls on the headphones. But you can't currently? Is that right?
I just need to clarify what you need and I may be able to help. I'm constantly looking for accessories for my and my family's phones. Are you looking for an attachment to keep the headphones in your eyes with a helmet on, an extension cable between the headphones and the phone, a remote extension to control the phone with the headphones, or are you looking for a new set of headphones to meet your needs?
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I have the stock earphones but i wondered if there was an accessory that has the media keys and microphone but let's me plug earphones into it. Like an adapter cable.
So exactly like you said. Not after new ones
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traumatism said:
I have the stock earphones but i wondered if there was an accessory that has the media keys and microphone but let's me plug earphones into it. Like an adapter cable.
So exactly like you said. Not after new ones
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Gotcha. What about a Bluetooth receiver with media buttons?
Jumbl™ Bluetooth 4.0 Hands-Free Calling & A2DP Audio Streaming Adapter/Receiver - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UUDZLB0/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_RHdEwbVVBEEZR
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spexwood said:
Gotcha. What about a Bluetooth receiver with media buttons?
Jumbl™ Bluetooth 4.0 Hands-Free Calling & A2DP Audio Streaming Adapter/Receiver - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UUDZLB0/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_RHdEwbVVBEEZR
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Possible. I prefer wired myself as I don't have to make sure it's charged to use then. I've a habit of forgetting to charge things like that more often than not.
I had seen something that is what i'm after but for iPhone but I'm not 100% as to if it would work on the note 4
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traumatism said:
Possible. I prefer wired myself as I don't have to make sure it's charged to use then. I've a habit of forgetting to charge things like that more often than not.
I had seen something that is what i'm after but for iPhone but I'm not 100% as to if it would work on the note 4
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Can you post a link? It'll give readers an idea of what you want and we can suggest something similar, if available.
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Maybe this will work?
It should work with Android.
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Forgot link.
Jabees AUC101 3 Feet 3.5mm Male to 3.5mm Male Stereo AUX Replacement Headphone Audio Cable with In-Line Remote, Mic and Universal Volume Control for Beats Headphones, Home/Car Stereo and More (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010JI2X0C/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_RwmEwb9A1JC6M
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If you went with the above item, you'll also need a male-to-male adapter in order to plug your headphones in.
Monoprice 107230 3.5mm Stereo Jack to 3.5mm Stereo Jack Adaptor, Gold Plated https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004C87WQ6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_MNmEwbT1D7PAR
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Can you post a link? It'll give readers an idea of what you want and we can suggest something similar, if available.
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Maybe this will work?
It should work with Android.
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Forgot link.
Jabees AUC101 3 Feet 3.5mm Male to 3.5mm Male Stereo AUX Replacement Headphone Audio Cable with In-Line Remote, Mic and Universal Volume Control for Beats Headphones, Home/Car Stereo and More (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B010JI2X0C/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_RwmEwb9A1JC6M
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If you went with the above item, you'll also need a male-to-male adapter in order to plug your headphones in.
Monoprice 107230 3.5mm Stereo Jack to 3.5mm Stereo Jack Adaptor, Gold Plated https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004C87WQ6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_MNmEwbT1D7PAR
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That could probably work! Is similar to what I'm after. I'm after one with a female connection to plug earphone into but that may be a good alternative. Just need to see if they are available on UK Amazon later on.
Cheers for the help!
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traumatism said:
That could probably work! Is similar to what I'm after. I'm after one with a female connection to plug earphone into but that may be a good alternative. Just need to see if they are available on UK Amazon later on.
Cheers for the help!
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You're welcome. Just remember that adapter I put in the 3rd edit.
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