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(More customer reviews)While certainly not a cheap unit, this device is worth every cent. It basically has all the high-end features you expect in a Premier deck, but it also has Bluetooth! So I won't bother talking much about the awesome sound quality, great color LCD that is very easy to read in ANY lighting condition, or the many extra audio features. :)
Since Bluetooth is of course the feature that sold me on the unit, let's talk more about that. (If you want more info on non-Bluetooth stuff, check out the P7800MP).
I have it paired with my Sprint PPC-6700 PDA phone (latest firmware), and it works great. First thing to note that is your BT phone may not support all the features available. For example, the signal meter, battery level, and phone book transfer don't seem to be supported with my model. Also keep in mind that the manual does indicate that almost all of the "extra" Bluetooth features may or may not work on your particular phone. This is typically the result of your phone not supporting all the bluetooth "protocols" it uses.
The PDA paired up just fine, and once "registered," the P9800BT will remember your phone. It also has an "Auto Connect" feature, that when enabled, will always look for your phone and happily connect to it when it's in range (typically within about 10-20ft).
So here is what happens when you get a call:
1. The phone rings through your stereo (you can pick a few built-in ringers) and the music is muted for you.
2. Caller ID is displayed on the bright/clear LCD (phone number only - unless you programmed or transferred a phone book)
3. You press the handy "Multi-Function" button to answer your call (there is an "auto-answer" feature available) and you are Live with your caller.
4. When the call is over, you may hang up yourself, or wait for the caller to hang-up.
5. Then the music starts playing where it left off.
My friends still can't get over how cool that is. :) But what if you want to make a phone call? You've got a few more options!
1. Dial the number on the remote.
2. Use the built-in phonebook (if you transferred or created one yourself) to pick the number to dial.
3. Use call history to dial a previous number
4. Or the way I prefer - use voice recognition! I simply press the Telephone button and then hold down the "Band" button. Then using the voice recognition already programmed in my PPC-6700, say the caller's name, and it dials for you.
So if you've used a hands-free ear-piece with your BT phone, it's rather similar.
This unit is installed in a 2000 Z71 Tahoe with exhaust and big all-terrain tires. So this isn't exactly a "quiet" environment. Which is why I've been very pleased with the call quality. No static, no echo, and both myself and caller can hear each other just fine. If there is an echo, it is because I have the volume turned WAY up (and only the caller hears the echo.) The mic is mounted on the sun visor, but can be mounted anywhere that works in your vehicle (dash, steering column, etc).
And to wrap things up, here are a few pro's/con's regarding the unit as a whole.
Pros:
- Has all the awesome features of a loaded pioneer head-unit (WAY too many to list here, check out the online manual)
- Excellent sound quality with any source (Thanks to 24-bit D/A converter and DSP w/ 16-band EQ)
- Mini-Jack (1/8") stereo connection on back of receiver (in addition to the typical pioneer proprietary connection for auxiliary sources).
- Impressive color LCD that can be easily read at night or in direct sun-light
- Bluetooth works surprisingly well... and reliable!
- Auto connection feature for Bluetooth phones
- Included mic works great
- Rather cheap considering all the features you get (about $400 at time of review).
Cons:
- Won't work with a typical GM/Pioneer wiring harness (must be hard wired)
- Doesn't work with some of the "minor" extra Bluetooth features on my phone (probably my phones fault there).
- The new "Multi-Function" button takes some getting used to.
- There have been a few rare instances where BT wouldn't automatically pair up with my PDA. Could be the PDA and/or receiver though.
- People will think you are crazy talking to yourself while driving.
Overall, *most* of the initial setup is straight forward - just keep the manual handy for the BT stuff. :) I've tried many other "portable" hands-free units; none worked nearly as well as this one. So if you've got BT and want hands-free, I highly recommend this unit!
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