blue tooth question

[JARVIS518]

so i recently got a mini SD card that fits in my phone (LG enV) and now that i have music on the phone is there a way where i can listen to the music with my blue tooth headset or just through the "stereo" speakers on the phone?

[rogue]

so i recently got a mini SD card that fits in my phone (LG enV) and now that i have music on the phone is there a way where i can listen to the music with my blue tooth headset or just through the "stereo" speakers on the phone?

They have certain bluetooth headsets for listening to music. When I first got my blackjack, I thought about a bluetooth headset but they cost more than I was willing to pay for one. Instead I got a wired set that also lets me talk for about half the price. Besides, I doubt a bluetooth would feel comfortable inside a helmet, which is when I listen to music most...when I ride.

[Corey]

so i recently got a mini SD card that fits in my phone (LG enV) and now that i have music on the phone is there a way where i can listen to the music with my blue tooth headset or just through the "stereo" speakers on the phone?

It depends on what kind of bluetooth headset that you have and how your phone routes the music. If your phone supports A2DP, it will be able to stream your music to a bluetooth headset. Having the headset support that format is also important. I think some headsets will allow for music streaming without the A2DP protocol, but it'll sound like a shitty mono stereo being played through a lake and picked up through a straw. Depending on your phone though, if it doesn't detect a bluetooth headset with the A2DP profile, it'll only recognize it as a headset and won't stream the music by bluetooth.

Confused yet? :lol:

[rogue]

You confused me. Not that it's hard to do. :lol: :lol:

[JARVIS518]

They have certain bluetooth headsets for listening to music. When I first got my blackjack, I thought about a bluetooth headset but they cost more than I was willing to pay for one. Instead I got a wired set that also lets me talk for about half the price. Besides, I doubt a bluetooth would feel comfortable inside a helmet, which is when I listen to music most...when I ride.

im going to get a pair of these
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://skattertech.com/media/2007/03/motorola-bluetooth-active-h9.jpg&imgrefurl=http://skattertech.com/2007/03/motorola-bluetooth-headphones-s9/&usg=__-xQbO5p2a0QqKf9d2zY1LgMYdiM=&h=457&w=950&sz=169&hl=en&start=1&um=1&tbnid=KjLcwY7mkn3raM:&tbnh=71&tbnw=148&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dmotorola%2Bbluetooth%2Bheadphones%26u m%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26sa%3DN
for under the helmet, but i want to get it working first with my normal headset before i spend the money

[rogue]

im going to get a pair of these
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://skattertech.com/media/2007/03/motorola-bluetooth-active-h9.jpg&imgrefurl=http://skattertech.com/2007/03/motorola-bluetooth-headphones-s9/&usg=__-xQbO5p2a0QqKf9d2zY1LgMYdiM=&h=457&w=950&sz=169&hl=en&start=1&um=1&tbnid=KjLcwY7mkn3raM:&tbnh=71&tbnw=148&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dmotorola%2Bbluetooth%2Bheadphones%26u m%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26sa%3DN
for under the helmet, but i want to get it working first with my normal headset before i spend the money


Those look pretty sweet even if they are kind of pricey. My problem with sets like that is I need earbuds with different fittings. I have really small ears and the normal sizes hurt my ears after about 5-10 minutes of using them. :(

[JARVIS518]

my roommate has them now they arnt earbuds they sit just outside the ear cannal and are pretty comfortable and i can justify the price cuz its not compatable with just one phone plus also has a built in mike so they should last me a long time


now back to the original question
can anyone help?

[Corey]

They have certain bluetooth headsets for listening to music. When I first got my blackjack, I thought about a bluetooth headset but they cost more than I was willing to pay for one. Instead I got a wired set that also lets me talk for about half the price. Besides, I doubt a bluetooth would feel comfortable inside a helmet, which is when I listen to music most...when I ride.

I have a Jabra BT3030 stereo headset. I posted it before on CF, but here's as good a place as any as well. Instead of being a goofy as space unit that looks fucking retarded, it's a little dog tag that you can tuck under your shirt. The nice thing is, you can use any set of headphones you want that has a standard 3.5mm plug, so fitting issues are nonexistent. It comes with a chain and a decent set of earphones, but I replaced them both with a Sony Lanyard style earbuds that act as both the chain and the headset without having to worry about the earbuds getting tangled. They fit snug and would be no problem under a helmet, though I think if I used it for riding I'd upgrade to something with more noise isolation.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3266/2822228791_19f17a787f.jpg

[Corey]

im going to get a pair of these
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://skattertech.com/media/2007/03/motorola-bluetooth-active-h9.jpg&imgrefurl=http://skattertech.com/2007/03/motorola-bluetooth-headphones-s9/&usg=__-xQbO5p2a0QqKf9d2zY1LgMYdiM=&h=457&w=950&sz=169&hl=en&start=1&um=1&tbnid=KjLcwY7mkn3raM:&tbnh=71&tbnw=148&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dmotorola%2Bbluetooth%2Bheadphones%26u m%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26sa%3DN
for under the helmet, but i want to get it working first with my normal headset before i spend the money

The problem with the S9 is that they're crap. They have a nice sound to them, but they're easily and quickly ruined by perspiration. I know a fuckload of people who have gone through multiple pairs that last maybe a month, two months if they're lucky. The sweat fucks up the control buttons on the headset and makes them all but useless. On the plus side, Motorola has been pretty good at replacing them multiple times. On the bad side, you have to replace them multiple times.

Whether or not you can stream your music is going to largely depend on the bluetooth headset you have. If you're looking to purchase something, then make absolute sure that it supports the A2DP profile.

Edited to add: The S9's won't fit under a helmet. They may be slimmer than other options out there, but the battery pack on the back is fucking huge and they still stick out of the ear a decent amount. And since they're a behind the head design, they are not adjustable.

[JARVIS518]

confused on the A2DP profile
whats that?

and the dog tag thing holds up pretty well with the elements and abuse?

[Corey]

confused on the A2DP profile
whats that?

and the dog tag thing holds up pretty well with the elements and abuse?

A2DP is basically a profile that allows the phone to stream higher quality stereo sound to a compatible bluetooth device. Without it, your music would sound like someone else was holding their phone up to a radio and you were listening in.

The dog tag has been absolutely bulletproof. It's pretty rugged in construction and holds up well to abuse. I've dropped it, spilled liquid on it, and worn it constantly and it keeps on chugging along without any complaint. The sound quality through the headset is very good, and since you can use any set of earbuds you want, you can get even better sound with a good set of earbuds. If someone calls while you're listening to music, it'll pause when you answer the phone and resume when you hang up. Calls are incredibly clear, thanks to having the audio routed through both ears, and I haven't had anyone complain about voice quality from my end. The controls on the dog tag can operate the volume, forward and previous, play and pause, as well as answering and hanging up the phone. It's a sweet little setup that lacks the goofy looks of most bluetooth headsets.

Here's a clearer look at it, as it's setup with the standard chain and included ear buds:

http://www.blueunplugged.com/xsdbimgs/BT3030_DETAIL1.jpg
http://www.welectronics.com/Bluetooth/jabra-bt3030-bluetooth-headset.jpg

[JARVIS518]

ok cool so the reason my phone isnt working with my bluetooth now is because of the A2DP most likely

the only problem with the dog tag is that i still have to deal with cords little but at the same time its not streched all the way to my pocket hhhmmm i'll think about it

[Amber Lamps]

Ahem...http://www.jmcorp.com/SeeProducts.asp?PF=30

[Amber Lamps]

oh and....http://www.chatterboxusa.com/cbxbiunit.html

[Corey]

ok cool so the reason my phone isnt working with my bluetooth now is because of the A2DP most likely

the only problem with the dog tag is that i still have to deal with cords little but at the same time its not streched all the way to my pocket hhhmmm i'll think about it

Seems like it. I looked up the enV and it supports A2DP and AVRC (letting the headset control the volume and playback features). What headset are you trying to stream it through at the moment?

The wires really aren't noticable. What I did before I got the lanyard setup was get set it up how I liked it, and then got some small twist tie things and secured all the excess wire to the chain so it wouldn't catch on anything. Since it stayed under my shirt the whole time, how it looked wasn't all that important. The lanyard setup just happened to be a solution to two problems. One, the chain that comes with it is nice, but starts to rust away and it irritated the shit out of my skin, so I needed something else to attach it to. Two, I didn't like the sound of the stock earbuds because they were all muffled.

[Amber Lamps]

Oh and I agree on the S9,I had a set for a couple of weeks,sound was ok but if you are serious....http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/mobile_solutions/on_ear_mobile_solution/index.jsp

or...http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/mobile_solutions/on_ear_mobile_solution/index.jsp

[JARVIS518]

tigger i want to b able to wear the headset when im not riding too but thanks

and corey this is the headset im using at the moment
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.krunker.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/WindowsLiveWriter/d8c380795bbc_9C21/LG%2520bluetooth%2520headset%255B2%255D.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.krunker.com/2007/04/11/mobileburn-reviews-the-lg-hbm-730-bluetooth-headset/&usg=__RIvAhs-qU3c15yXiLp78pf4LH6A=&h=480&w=480&sz=66&hl=en&start=16&um=1&tbnid=m1klozX2O7mxtM:&tbnh=129&tbnw=129&prev=/images%3Fq%3DLG%2Bheadset%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26cli ent%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26sa%3DN

[Particle Man]

if your teeth are blue it's time to find a new dentist.

[Corey]

tigger i want to b able to wear the headset when im not riding too but thanks

and corey this is the headset im using at the moment
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.krunker.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/WindowsLiveWriter/d8c380795bbc_9C21/LG%2520bluetooth%2520headset%255B2%255D.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.krunker.com/2007/04/11/mobileburn-reviews-the-lg-hbm-730-bluetooth-headset/&usg=__RIvAhs-qU3c15yXiLp78pf4LH6A=&h=480&w=480&sz=66&hl=en&start=16&um=1&tbnid=m1klozX2O7mxtM:&tbnh=129&tbnw=129&prev=/images%3Fq%3DLG%2Bheadset%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26cli ent%3Dfirefox-a%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26sa%3DN

The headset you have doesn't support A2DP.

[JARVIS518]

The headset you have doesn't support A2DP.

thanks man thats wat i figured
i'll look around now to figure out where to find the dog tag the cheapest

[Corey]

thanks man thats wat i figured
i'll look around now to figure out where to find the dog tag the cheapest

http://www.ecost.com/detail.aspx?edp=42295741&source=EWBBASE&cm_mmc=CSE-_-google-_-ewbbase-_-Electronics&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=42295741

[Amber Lamps]

oh and don't forget your radar detector...this kit will make any music player and a Valentine One radar detector blue tooth. It's from J&M and it kicks ass! As soon as everything is set-up,I'll shoot some pics. It's funny because I was just going to go with the BT3030 like Corey and my IMC headset but....

[JARVIS518]

damn corey nice find

[Amber Lamps]

http://www.ecost.com/detail.aspx?edp=42295741&source=EWBBASE&cm_mmc=CSE-_-google-_-ewbbase-_-Electronics&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=42295741

I'm surprised you didn't mention this one...http://www.ecost.com/Detail/Cellular++Phones/Plantronics/VOYAGER855+BULK/42295767.aspx?navid=155439758

[Corey]

I'm surprised you didn't mention this one...http://www.ecost.com/Detail/Cellular++Phones/Plantronics/VOYAGER855+BULK/42295767.aspx?navid=155439758

Too bulky. Wouldnt fit under a helmet.

[JARVIS518]

I'm surprised you didn't mention this one...http://www.ecost.com/Detail/Cellular++Phones/Plantronics/VOYAGER855+BULK/42295767.aspx?navid=155439758

those are nice but it would b hard to get that under the helmet

[Amber Lamps]

http://www.ecost.com/detail.aspx?edp=42295741&source=EWBBASE&cm_mmc=CSE-_-google-_-ewbbase-_-Electronics&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=42295741


Oh did you mention that the microphone is in the pendant? Hey how is this unit for making calls? The S9 was TERRIBLE!!! I have the Samsung SBH-500s,they're not that great but for $30....
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9056282&type=product&id=1218013775800

[Amber Lamps]

I am sooooo NOT paying attention! I'm sorry but I'm working on something and come back to this and post without reading the replys....DUH! Sorry me gonna shut up now... oops last thing,if you're gonna go with the pendant,I suggest velcro-ing it to the helmet and getting a helmet headset. Then all you have to do is plug the pendant into the headset,stick it to the helmet and away you go! I know that it doesn't bother most people but I tried the earbud thing and hated it! There are several helmet speakers on the market for around $20.

[Corey]

Oh did you mention that the microphone is in the pendant? Hey how is this unit for making calls? The S9 was TERRIBLE!!! I have the Samsung SBH-500s,they're not that great but for $30....
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9056282&type=product&id=1218013775800

The outgoing voice is clear most of the time, though it gets washed out by wind noise. I keep the dog tag under my shirt so that helps cut out on wind noise and still has clear outgoing voice. The incoming voice is nice and clear, and more importantly, nice and loud. I had a Samsung WEP410 before and the fit was awkward and the volume wasn't all that great. I've found making minor adjustments in the chain holding the dog tag does an excellent job in producing clearer outgoing calls. And it kicks ass using it as my mic on the PS3.

[Amber Lamps]

The outgoing voice is clear most of the time, though it gets washed out by wind noise. I keep the dog tag under my shirt so that helps cut out on wind noise and still has clear outgoing voice. The incoming voice is nice and clear, and more importantly, nice and loud. I had a Samsung WEP410 before and the fit was awkward and the volume wasn't all that great. I've found making minor adjustments in the chain holding the dog tag does an excellent job in producing clearer outgoing calls. And it kicks ass using it as my mic on the PS3.


Hmmm maybe I'll get a set for $28 why not?

[Amorok]

Thanks for the link Corey, I ordered one, we'll see how it goes.

[Corey]

Thanks for the link Corey, I ordered one, we'll see how it goes.

I love mine. I wear it all the time and it's completely inconspicuous. Hell, I've fallen asleep with it still on a number of times. The only thing I recommend is replacing the chain. It will start rusting within a week from sweat and start irritating your skin.

[Amorok]

I'll just throw it on the chain for my actual dog tags. Those seem to last a while and they never give me problems.

[Corey]

I'll just throw it on the chain for my actual dog tags. Those seem to last a while and they never give me problems.

Good deal. The chain that comes with it looks similar to a military style dog tag chain, but it's cheap-o metal covered in a cheapo coating that doesn't hold up worth a shit. Hope it works out for you as well as it has for me. I paid about $50 when I bought it and it's been worth every penny.