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AVRCP media control module (no A2DP needed, just want to remotely control media)

Hey guys,
Not sure if this exists, or if someone could point me to a product which does what I'm looking for. Basically, I want a device that will connect via Bluetooth to my HTC Uni, and use the remote control functions of AVRCP to allow me to pause/play/next/prev/etc. via this little remote control. I do NOT need the device to do A2DP, as I already hard-wire in the speakers.
I know there may not be much of a need, but I want this functionality for when I go snowboarding, and I keep my HTC Uni in my jacket pocket (in an aluminum case of course!). I already have headphones in my touque/hat, so they would be connected directly to my Uni, then I wanted a device that I could strap to my wrist or jacket which I could hit "next/prev track, etc."
I am thinking that without the A2DP streaming music, I might be able to save on battery, as the device would only be a "Bluetooth AVRCP Media Remote". I tried searching the net for the past 4 hours, but came up with nothing.
The only device that almost caught my attention was the Motorola S705 Bluetooth Soundpilot, but it has a headphone connection on it (I just want the AVRCP remote control functionality).
Now maybe I am dreaming, since I've never actually played with an A2DP/AVRCP device before, so I'm not even sure if the headset port on my Uni would become deactivated if an A2DP/AVRCP device were to connect with the phone.
EDIT: I've actually found a picture of the setup that I'm talking about from the official Bluetooth page:
(it's the 2nd pic, note the fine print: "* the audio stream is not handled in this profile"...what i need!)
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from: http://bluetooth.com/Bluetooth/Technology/Works/AVRCP.htm
Any insight, suggestions, ideas are greatly appreciated, and I thank you in advance!

scar45 said:
(it's the 2nd pic, note the fine print: "* the audio stream is not handled in this profile"...what i need!)
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It just refers to that you also need to have A2DP support. However, the two may not be separated - unless someone has managed to "hack" this.
If nothing else works, you might want to give a try to UPnP, along with a remote controllable player like Conduits Pocket Player. Note that it doesn't use AVRCP but UPnP and might only work via Wi-Fi (I haven't tested it over BT PAN).
See my UPnP Bible for more info.

Thanks for your reply Menneisyys,
Now I understand a bit more about how those technologies work, and although I wasn't in dire need of such a controller, I appreciate your information.
I do use CorePlayer, and I have heard that it supports AVRCP, but until I can get a controller-only piece of hardware, I probably won't keep looking into this (only to get my hopes up).
Wouldn't it be great though to have a small iPod-like device that could control your phone via BT? Think about the situations where you might have your phone wired to a nice speaker system, but are chilling outside. You wouldn't even have to aim the remote!
I am thinking too far outside of the box now though, and if I only had the means, time and most importantly, knowledge, to create such a device, I would be ALL over it!
Hopefully someone has read into this, and maybe we'll see such a device down the line....for now, it's more waiting time!

Bluetooth Stereos

I was just wondering what everyone uses for their bluetooth music needs at the house. I was shopping for some kind of stereo/alarm clock and wanted to find one that supported streaming music via bluetooth.
Feel free to post pictures, reviews, or suggestions. It doesn't have to be an alarm clock, but that would be nice.
Price range is kind of wide, looking for anywhere from $50 - $300 (preferably not too high.

From my limited experience with bluetooth on several devices. It's not predictable & reliable enough for smooth experience. Audio quality is not as good as wired connection, but is acceptable for some.
Latest device that I tried was Belkin Bluetooth Receiver that I got from Apple store. The audio quality was horrible (AM radio quality). So if it's on your list, I'd suggest skipping that.

Check out this iHome unit:
http://bit.ly/adNZdI
Well rated for Bluetooth, but the alarm clock part isn't that good.
Best of all, it only costs $37.

I was actually looking at those iHome units, but they look real cheap, and I am worried about sound quality. I have heard some of their other products and they sound good for what they are, that one looks a lot cheaper made though. Maybe I can go to a store and find one to test.
Any other suggestions?

I use the Motorolla EQ5 Rokr. Cost me around $80-90.
Great sound quality! But it may be too small for your liking. I use it at work...streaming a baseball game right now using the MLB At Bat app.
I love this phone.

ccunningham83 said:
I was actually looking at those iHome units, but they look real cheap, and I am worried about sound quality. I have heard some of their other products and they sound good for what they are, that one looks a lot cheaper made though. Maybe I can go to a store and find one to test.
Any other suggestions?
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I don't know of any other alarm clocks. But I do use Bluetooth speakers at the office (IPevo Tubular) - audio is great, and they connect to the N1 perfectly.

Thanks to every one for your suggestions, They have helped me find a lot more places I haven't found before. Here are some of the Ones I like so far:
http://us.store.creative.com/Inspire-S2-Wireless/M/B002Q88CGI.htm
Creative Inspire S2 Wireless
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http://www.myblueant.com/products/speakers/m1/index.php
Blueant M1 Portable Speakers
I really don't like portable ones that much, but it seems nice. Haven't been impressed with any alarm clocks yet either.

Android Stick for Car PC - Recommendations

Hi all,
I'm building a car PC of sorts using an Android stick and a 6.5" resistive touchscreen. I was using an MK908ii running the standard ROM and although there was plenty of bloatware, it worked quite well. Unfortunately I've managed to brick it and it won't turn on or connect to my laptop. I originally was going to use a nexus 7 because of all the support but the tablet is too big to fit in the centre console of my Mini. The 6.5" touchscreen is a straight swap for the standard sat nav.
So I need a replacement. The MK908ii was the first stick I bought and originally I was just going to use it as a TV input so I thought I'd ask for recommendations from people who know better than I do.
Basic needs:
Android - mainly for the apps - using co-pilot for GPS, Google play for music, YouTube, and emulators for games
Quick start up
Fast loading in general
Custom start up animation would be nice
Ability to permanently mount USB inputs rather than reload on each startup (GPS dongle, USB storage etc)
It uses a custom background with desktop Visualizer to open the apps and tasker controlled what apps were visible/openable depending on WiFi state. The system was controlled by touchscreen until I killed the stick yesterday
Any help in regards to what stick to buy and what ROM to run would be much appreciated!
When I get to 10 posts or whenever then I'll whack up some pics and a video but at the moment I can't!
Adam

Why not one of the newer Android touch screen head units? They seem to be better than the first versions. It would save lots of work. Just load your ROM and install the head unit.

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Why not one of the newer Android touch screen head units? They seem to be better than the first versions. It would save lots of work. Just load your ROM and install the head unit.
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It's going in a 2004 Mini replacing the sat nav screen which is where the giant centre speedo in normal cars are. The space there isn't big enough for a double din unit or even a nexus 7 tablet.
It's also not possible to replace the single din unit with a double din unit unless you have auto climate control which I don't.
I would post up pics to make it all more obvious but apparently I need 10 posts first

Bump!
Anyone? Would like to order a new stick asap

Hey Adam,
Welcome to XDA! If looking to use an Android HDMI Stick would recommend the MK903v for performance and reliability. Mine boots in under 20 seconds and works very well with my touchscreen Pioneer. Take a look at this thread for more info and ideas as there are many options available: http://forum.xda-developers.com/and...oid-sticks-t2833303/post61520159#post61520159

Thanks for this! I'll give it a read.
The MK903v is only £40 on gearbest. Is there much bloatware on it? Is there a ROM that works best for it?
Think I finally have enough posts for some pics and a video!
Standard nav unit
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New touch screen replacement
It uses a custom background with desktop Visualizer to open the apps and tasker controlled what apps were visible/openable depending on WiFi state. The system was controlled by touchscreen until I killed the stick
Background when connected to WiFi
Background when not connected to WiFi
And a quick video when I was testing this indoors before the touchscreen adapter turned up

Hey Adam that's screen replacement looks great no regarding the MK903v there isn't much bloatware on it at all. Mine came with an older version of XBMC preinstalled but that app and a few others were easy to replace

SanDisk Sport Clip playlist issue

Last month I bought a dilapidated motor home from a tow auction and found this mp3 player made by SanDisk. I liked it for its size and weight, and thought it would work well in my beesuit while I was at work in my bee yards.
When I tried to put the music and TED talks from my laptop, however, things got complicated. After a too-long call to SanDisk, I learned that this particular unit is only sold in prisons; based on papers found in the motor home, it makes sense.
So I got a playlist creator for my phone and managed to get the music and TED talks put on the mp3 player's sd card via a m3u and associated content. I've been able to make it play twice but have been enable to duplicate the outcome ever since.
I'm looking for a way to get my content put on the device or its sd card so I can benefit from it. Suggestions would be helpful.
Skip
Rivera Family Honey Last month I bought a dilapidated motor home from a tow auction and found this mp3 player made by SanDisk. I liked it for its size and weight, and thought it would work well in my beesuit while I was at work in my bee yards.
When I tried to put the music and TED talks from my laptop, however, things got complicated. After a too-long call to SanDisk, I learned that this particular unit is only sold in prisons; based on papers found in the motor home, it makes sense.
So I got a playlist creator for my phone and managed to get the music and TED talks put on the mp3 player's sd card via a m3u and associated content. I've been able to make it play twice but have been enable to duplicate the outcome ever since.
I'm looking for a way to get my content put on the device or its sd card so I can benefit from it. Suggestions would be helpful.
Skip
Rivera Family Honey
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Hey skip. Look up rockbox. It is a free firmware that should work on this device. I have not been able to try it on mine as I do not have access to a computer and won't for some years to come. Good luck.

Flash unknown device help please?

Hi,
Please be gentle with me as this is my first post.I have in my posession an amount of consumer 'tv dongle/boxes' which after endless searching I've found very little information on:
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It appears that it was released a few years back by Innokin and sold through Amazon as an Android tv gaming device and was sold with a bluetooth controller, I've connected a generic one and not suprisingly after attaching to wifi it states that thier servers no longer exist.
It sports a micro-usb port, HDMI and USB.
From what i can see it appears to have been re-sold (re-purposed) some while later by an unknown seller as a media device 'capable of sideloading apk's and comes with Kodi installed'
quote from Amazon ' Powerful mini media player running Android 4.2 and supporting a wide range of popular media services including Kodi, Netflix, iPlayer and others *It is equipped with Bluetooth, WiFi and RF as well as a quad core processor with world class streaming capabilities *It comes with a browser loaded, allowing you to stream from any number of sites directly on to your TV *Sold with a remote control unit with air mouse for easy navigation and text entry *Dimension: 6cm x 6cm x 1cm '
I'd be interested to try to repurpose this device myself but my knowledge is limited to flashing phones and building pc's in the 90's and so I know i have a lot to learn but would like to use this as an opportunity to do so.
The fact that somebody has already flashed some rom onto these tells me that it's probably possible but i wouldn't know where to start and so wondered if anybody could at least point me in the right direction please?
I'd be happy to send one of these 'gadgets' to somebody that was prepared to help me re-purpose it. I only have 3 of them so obviously i can't send them out to all interested parties.
I'm trying to figure out its architecture so that i could possibly find a way of flashing an early android rom onto it but so far the only information i have is that it's sporting an unknown quad core Mediatek processor, possibly has 1 gb of DDR3 Ram and 8gb Rom but that's only from snippets of info I've collected.
Could anyone please help me to bring this little thing back to life? Thank you in advance.
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