Modern trends encourage the development of wireless connection methods for any kind of technology. New gadgets come out with a minimum number of connectors, even charging has become wireless. On this wave, I want to get rid of extra wires and cords as much as possible. But what if your car is already several years old, you want to listen to music without cords hanging near the gearbox, and the radio does not support wireless connection of audio devices? A Bluetooth AUX adapter can come to the rescue. In the article, we will look at their various options and how to connect.
What is an adapter?
This gadget is quite simple. It works on the same principle as wireless headsets for smartphones. The only difference is that instead of headphones, there is a plug at its output for connecting to the standard radio connector, designed to supply a linear audio signal. Bluetooth AUX adapter allows you to get rid of the cable,dangling under your arms, and sometimes your feet, will keep the audio jack of your smartphone and, with proper quality, will in no way affect the width of the frequency range and the pleasantness of the sound.
How to choose the right device
First of all, it is worth checking whether your radio has a connector for a linear signal. If it's not there, don't despair. One of the solutions to this problem will be discussed a little later.
You should decide what sound quality you would like to achieve. If you are a music lover, then you should take a closer look at branded USB Bluetooth Aux devices, for example from Sony, as they have a better audio path. If the presence of music as such is more important to you, but the richness of the sound can be neglected, or the acoustics are simply not capable of producing high-quality sound, and the difference as a result will not be very noticeable, then it makes sense to save money and take an inexpensive adapter from one of the Chinese brands. Its price will turn out to be an order of magnitude lower, but you should think about possible problems with the quality of signal reception.
Does it make sense to take an adapter with an internal battery
Often, Bluetooth AUX adapters in the car are immediately connected to the network through the cigarette lighter socket. But do you need an internal battery in this case? It can be useful in two cases.
The first is the power off at the outlet when the engine starts. On some vehicles, automatic shutdown of all secondary systems is provided in order tomaximum redirection of all battery power to the starter. In addition, such shutdowns are protection against unstable voltage at the time of engine start, which prevents connected devices from failing. But at the same time, the connection with the smartphone will be interrupted, and it will take about a minute to restore it. If this does not suit you, it is better to take an adapter with a battery, even a small one.
The second case in which the battery can be used - no one prevents you from using the Bluetooth AUX audio adapter as a portable headset by plugging headphones into the jack. In this case, when choosing a device, you should be careful that it is not with a built-in plug, but is completed with a male-male cable.
What to do if there is no AUX connector in the radio
Often a similar problem is observed only in old cassette recorders, and even then not for everyone. You can eliminate it with the help of another Chinese gadget, which is a mock-up of a cassette with a magnetic head installed inside, which, in turn, is connected by a cable to the sound source. The principle of operation is to generate magnetic fluxes, and for the read head of the radio tape recorder, this looks like a tape pull. The sound quality is less than a direct connection, but still acceptable, and there will be no problems with connecting the Bluetooth AUX adapter.
If the radio tape recorder is disk, then this method will not work. As a last resort, try looking for the AUX jack on the backradio panels. It is not known for what reason, but some manufacturers have placed it there. If it is not there, then only replacing the radio will help here.
How to connect your smartphone to the adapter
Often this question is explained in the instructions for the Bluetooth AUX-adapter, but in Chinese versions, the instruction may be only with hieroglyphs or not at all. However, in most cases, the connection is made in the same way. Holding the power button after the indication appears puts the device into a mode in which it is detected by nearby gadgets until one of them is synchronized with it.
If this advice did not help, then it remains only to try to find information on the Russian-language forums by the model code of your adapter. If you are not sure that you can figure out the connection, it is better to choose a model even before ordering, on which, according to user reviews, there are no problems with setting up.
Can I use the adapter to talk on the phone
If you want to make your life easier, one of the best options is to get a Bluetooth AUX adapter with a built-in microphone. Thus, you can free your hands while moving and not be distracted even during urgent calls.
In order for the interlocutor to hear you well, you need to position the adapter so that the microphone is at a short distance from your mouth. If this is not possible,look for a model with an external microphone that can be fixed to the ceiling near the driver's seat.
Conclusion
Bluetooth AUX adapter is suitable for anyone who wants to get rid of unnecessary wires. But before installing it, you should ask yourself a few questions:
- Does the radio have an AUX input for connecting a linear audio signal?
- Is there a free cigarette lighter socket for connecting the power adapter?
- Will I need to talk through an adapter, and if so, is it possible to place the microphone correctly?
- What sound quality do you want as a result?
After answering these questions, you can decide which device and for what price you should buy. Enjoy listening to your favorite tracks while driving!
