Parrot Bluetooth Car Kits

If you are using a WM 5 or 6 phone/PDA then there is a piece of software from http://www.jetwaremobile.com/ that will enable you to select by category which numbers to sync, thus allowing you to restrict the numbers sync'd

Also useful for Parrot kit as using the software to send contacts (not sync) it will give one contact with multiple numbers
 
Everybody will have their own opinion on which is best, as stated its my opinion only and I am very happy with the choice I made. Everyone is entitled to make their own choice and people will think different things, otherwise we would live in a very boring world. 8) I am not here to try and change peoples minds just to offer a cheaper option to OEM.

The system fully integrates with the stereo speakers, mutes any source when a call is made or received and is very easy to navigate and use. The screen has a built in mic so no extra wiring to route.

I personally found the BMW OEM kit very reliable to use with certain phones but frustrating with others (Was in an 04 plate car). I have had no such issues with the Parrot. As stated above I also found the scroll from a-z time consuming and find the letter selection search far easier on the Parrot.

The only thing that some people may not like about the Parrot MK6100 is that it has a seperate remote to operate it. It can be fitted to the steering wheel but I chose a different location. I find the fact that you can mute a call and also stream music via bluetooth from the remote nice touches.

Both remote and screen can be removed without having to restick each time for security if required.

This is a picture of the location of the screen/mic unit.

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This is a picture of the remote.

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Nick
 
Picture of LS3200 installation using damage free mount.

Main control unit left of ac controls and mic on sterring wheel console

For further intergation using steering wheel controls you can use a CK3000 Evolution, or CK3100 with Parrot MULTICAN.

This wasnt an option when I bought mine though :x

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Robsie71 - thanks for that explanation At last I can see what the advantages of this system are and compare to OEM.
 
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I wote about an alterative to both of these options in the forum a few weeks ago. You might want to put this into the mix.

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I wanted the bluetooth wiring when I purchased my pre-loved Z4. Unfortunately I couldn't find one that ticked all of the boxes and so something had to give.

My experience with hard wired OEM bluetooth kits has been mixed to say the least. I've even tried a few parrot systems in my time but have never been pleased with the final result.

I don't have the skills to do my own retrofit and I don't trust my dash to some of the cowboys out there who fit car kits so I thought I'd try this little product.

http://www.myventuri.com/home.aspx

I've been really pleased with the neat combination of bluetooth and FM transmitter. The mic is really clear (so I've been told, I've never been on the receiving end, and the sound comes out of the car speakers. Even neater is that the name of the caller and all your contcts etc are displayed on the car stereo screen in real time.

Costs £60 from amazon in the UK.

There is even a version that comes in a brushed aluminium case which would look great next to my interior. Unfortunately I didn't find out about it until after ordering mine

Not a perfect solution for all phones, check the compatability screen, but I think it's excellent value for money. < Snip



I use an HTC Tytn II (O2 stellar in the UK) running windows 6.1 in conjunction with the jetwaremobile software that makes the phone 100% bluetooth address book compatible. I also use Microsoft Voice Commander for the voice activated dialing. It wil accept instructions such as "Call ........." and even "Dial 07976 etc"

I'm really pleased with the result and IMHO the result is far superior to the tempremental parrot kits that I have had in the past.

I have the BMW ipod adapter built in, but If I didn't then this would be another reason why I'd choose the Venturi as it can stream music in very clear FM.

One of the problems with other FM transmitters is that you can only select one frequency at a time. The venturi broadcasts to 4 stored frequencies, so if you get any interference, you can just selct a different pre-set station from the steering wheel controls without taking your hands off the wheel.

It also acts as a bluetooth headset for other programs on my phone so I get my TomTom directions coming over the cars speakers in perfect clarity too - fantastic on those top down days when the speaker on the phone just wont do.
 
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