tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post9173246635401369487..comments2022-03-22T18:20:03.020+00:00Comments on Richard's auto-electrics blog: Parrot MKi9200 Bluetooth Kit ReviewAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-2442878678887169102013-11-16T23:41:32.828+00:002013-11-16T23:41:32.828+00:00Many thanks, Richard.
DamianMany thanks, Richard.<br /><br />DamianDigsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09168848785333843673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-51635168221636099382013-11-16T17:54:57.696+00:002013-11-16T17:54:57.696+00:00Hi Damian, No your Nissan Murano does not use MOST...Hi Damian, No your Nissan Murano does not use MOST. You need a part from Connects2 and you'll be fine. Here's a link to the part:<br />http://www.connects2.co.uk/ProductInformation.aspx?id=14969&p=CTTNS001<br /><br />Hope that helps<br /><br />RichardAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-13784999955449140692013-11-14T23:31:50.105+00:002013-11-14T23:31:50.105+00:00As far as I'm aware my 2005 Nissan Murano with...As far as I'm aware my 2005 Nissan Murano with BOSE is too old for MOST. Would I be able to push the audio through the BOSE with a MKi9200 or is it a non-starter? Thanks in advance. Damian Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-60668100490643586162013-11-11T21:39:57.781+00:002013-11-11T21:39:57.781+00:00Apologies to all for the lateness of my replies, I...Apologies to all for the lateness of my replies, I have been really busy working on some show VW T5 transporters. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-32373526172409526732013-11-11T21:38:32.986+00:002013-11-11T21:38:32.986+00:00Anonymous with the Lexus, it sounds to me as if th...Anonymous with the Lexus, it sounds to me as if the MKi kit needs a software update. This is a fairly unusual thing to happen but it does happen. Take it back to the dealer where you had it fitted and get them to update the software to the latest versionAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-88762784915799721502013-11-11T21:35:39.747+00:002013-11-11T21:35:39.747+00:00@Paul, you should be fine in the sprinter, have no...@Paul, you should be fine in the sprinter, have not had any problems sound wise with any Mercedes Vehicle. It sounds to me like the other halves VW would have been using the VW telephone input on the back of the factory headunit. You a massive reduction in sound quality plus it normally only uses the front speakers.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-38996246533602197802013-11-11T21:28:12.047+00:002013-11-11T21:28:12.047+00:00Anonymous 1, for your Zafira, you can find an igni...Anonymous 1, for your Zafira, you can find an ignition live at the cigarette lighter in front of the gear stick. Lift out the holder and usually underneath folded back on the cigarette lighter loom is a thin black wire which is an ignition live powerful enough to run a head unit or parrot kit...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-44300625767637160342013-11-11T21:25:11.980+00:002013-11-11T21:25:11.980+00:00@Simon, for your TT, worst case scenario you will ...@Simon, for your TT, worst case scenario you will need part no: 10-402HB from In Car Tec. You didn't say if you had HK, Bose or Bang and Olfsen upgrade. Most of the standard Audi TT's have a half amplifier rear system so your probably going to need this interface anyway. link: http://incartec.co.uk/audi/2291/1037/2074/52/Browser.aspxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-9371143894949173822013-11-09T15:27:06.103+00:002013-11-09T15:27:06.103+00:00I installed the MKI9200 in my Lexus GX470 via harn...I installed the MKI9200 in my Lexus GX470 via harness kit. Everything was working perfectly for a few weeks and then bam----->all of a sudden no sound is coming through the speakers despite the device visually running fine. It also ceased turning on and off with ignition powered up/down and is always live regardless of car being turned on. Also, my radio now turns on without power as well as Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-87425761656362452692013-10-19T10:21:37.642+01:002013-10-19T10:21:37.642+01:00Hi richard,
I have a 59 plate sprinter van and am ...Hi richard,<br />I have a 59 plate sprinter van and am looking for my first decent Bluetooth system. It has the standard radio system in it. I am a bit put off by parrot as my other half used to have one in her passat but it was not overly clear/loud. As the cab is quite big I am worried about spending £300 ish and it not being clear enough and picking up background noise. Any ideas Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-60096990047249822412013-09-19T22:03:14.389+01:002013-09-19T22:03:14.389+01:00How do I need a live supply to a parrot handsfree ...How do I need a live supply to a parrot handsfree ck3100 it in a zafira b 2006Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-51978331315698971292013-08-31T13:07:10.351+01:002013-08-31T13:07:10.351+01:00Hi Richard,
Great article - thanks.
I'm look...Hi Richard,<br /><br />Great article - thanks.<br /><br />I'm looking to put this kit into a 2009 Audi TT with a Symphony (I think) head unit. Do you know if I need any additional parts aside from the kit itself? And, is there a reputable installer list covering the Glasgow area that you know of?<br /><br />Thanks again<br /><br />Simon<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06437676569720340127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-69724048136067284662013-08-30T18:33:57.418+01:002013-08-30T18:33:57.418+01:00Marina, couple of questions. Does the Parrot MKI p...Marina, couple of questions. Does the Parrot MKI play music through all the speakers or is it the radio/cd that comes out of one speaker?<br />If it's the Parrot that only plays through one speaker and which speaker does it play through?<br />Does the radio/cd play on all speakers?<br />Possible causes;<br />1 Parrot may be wired into the phone connection on the radio, normally on a Vauxhall Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-63923632180393243212013-08-30T18:21:21.838+01:002013-08-30T18:21:21.838+01:00Lucas, I believe the interface you are looking for...Lucas, I believe the interface you are looking for is available from a company called connects2. I believe the part no: CTTMZ001 should make the MKI kits work with the Bose system in you car.<br />You can call Connects2 sales on 0845 257 5588 or have a look on their website: http://www.connects2.co.uk/ProductInformation.aspx?id=14959&p=CTTMZ001<br />Hope that helps...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-80187024351740949082013-08-26T11:36:12.839+01:002013-08-26T11:36:12.839+01:00Have bought a second hand Vauxhall zAFIRA with Par...Have bought a second hand Vauxhall zAFIRA with Parrot mki9200 already fitted but when the radio cd is on it only comes out of one speaker any suggestions?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03567708084111858451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-68239669014719050232013-08-19T13:43:43.294+01:002013-08-19T13:43:43.294+01:00Hi
I am new to this blog and I need some advice o...Hi<br /><br />I am new to this blog and I need some advice on the following. <br /><br />Installation of the above kit to my Honda Accord 2005 with built in satnav. The problem I have at present is, it cuts out the voice prompt form satnav. Would appreciate any help on this matter please.<br /><br />Thanks.M Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14598543290201126909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-57043780152420912852013-08-08T21:09:24.257+01:002013-08-08T21:09:24.257+01:00Hello, Very clear and interesting review on the MK...Hello, Very clear and interesting review on the MKI9200. We are a Parrot hands free Certified Installer in Essex,UK. If anyone is interested in getting a Parrot kit installed please visit our website http://www.essexcaralarms.co.uk/<br /><br />My Contact information<br /><br />Dave<br /><br />In Car AdvancementsCar Security Essexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15309140275561655817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-46892431521021867412013-08-01T03:11:45.239+01:002013-08-01T03:11:45.239+01:00Hi Richard, I have a 2006 Mazda 6 with BOSE. I wan...Hi Richard, I have a 2006 Mazda 6 with BOSE. I want this unit in my car and am shopping around for an SOT cable. I have come across this one <br /><br />http://www.strike.com.au/products/KRAM-Cables/KRAM-Drive-Talk-Cable-for-Mazda-see-compatibility-ASP-KRAM-68360_2<br /><br />But I emailed the company and they said that it will only supply music to the front speakers? I don't know why, I haveAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13317161461328367535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-27813323964794155682013-06-30T11:02:41.608+01:002013-06-30T11:02:41.608+01:00Kenny, fit the microphone in the middle by the rea...Kenny, fit the microphone in the middle by the rear view mirror not off to one side. It will work much better than by the window.<br />I have personally not had to update any of the pioneer units I have supplied with new firmware to get them to work with any phone.<br />Hope all goes well...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-5896720215547151332013-06-29T22:47:41.528+01:002013-06-29T22:47:41.528+01:00Thanks Rich and yes decision made. i saw the 3500...Thanks Rich and yes decision made. i saw the 3500 at Halfords for £600 and then saw on Amazon for less than £300!. so I'm going for that. The only issue being it says it has a single microphone and the MK9200 has a dual microphone, hope it doesn't lower the call quality which is key for me, particularly for the listener - any views?.<br /><br />On pioneer website also says android is Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08132556107180961515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-18795548581344175132013-06-28T20:16:34.650+01:002013-06-28T20:16:34.650+01:00Hi Kenny, not sure where you are shopping but the ...Hi Kenny, not sure where you are shopping but the x2500bt is 299 retail and the x3500dab is 399 with the dab aerial included. the android lead for both units is about 50.<br />Don't like the sony personally, I would be more inclined to go with the kenwood.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-76707098846774243172013-06-25T22:35:50.165+01:002013-06-25T22:35:50.165+01:00Thanks for that..when isa I'd money was no opt...Thanks for that..when isa I'd money was no option, I think I'm being a bit naive, the ones u mention cost circa600£. Halfords are doing some double dins at half price....is the Sony XAV 601BT any good....or the other one that have at circa300£ is ken wood DDX 4023BT.<br /><br />I'd happily ask youth fit it if you were near evesham. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08132556107180961515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-31858156135195447242013-06-18T17:38:14.749+01:002013-06-18T17:38:14.749+01:00Hi Kenny, Firstly apologises as I have managed to ...Hi Kenny, Firstly apologises as I have managed to delete your post. both the pioneer and the mki9200 have the noise cancelling microphones. The only difference is the mki kits have a dual pickup microphone and the pioneer has a single microphone.<br />If money is not really the issue, then it's down to whichever extra features you are looking to get from the unit you want to fit. Personally Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-81428860829556139462013-06-18T17:35:33.893+01:002013-06-18T17:35:33.893+01:00Hello Richard, I am a non techie simple laymen try...Hello Richard, I am a non techie simple laymen trying to figure out what to buy. I have a Ford Mondeo 55 plate and a HTC One android. My priority is quality bluetooth 2-way phone call, money is not the main issue. would you go for this 9200 parrot kit as halfords are saying that but another halfords said go for a pioneer stereo solution where u control phone via stereo. the issue i think is that Kenny Gravesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7014736820653621612.post-7035126798112069822013-06-08T16:55:48.597+01:002013-06-08T16:55:48.597+01:00Hi Phil,
That would be correct, basically the MKi...Hi Phil,<br /><br />That would be correct, basically the MKi kits take over from the headunit. The kit has a pre amp stage that interfaces with the MOST amplifier and it drives the vehicle amp without using the headunit. All your control comes from the remote supplied with the kit. If you are just using the car radio and the phone rings, again the kit will take over the system for the phone call Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02544391373590046734noreply@blogger.com