-
Very Active Member
Bluetooth setup question
I have a Sena sm10 and a set of Sena s20 headsets on my rts. Not very happy with the constant static and cutting in and out, so I wanted to try a different Bluetooth transmitter. I went to Best Buy and bought a Mee audio connect unit. Install was two seconds and connects just as easy, however the high limit of the volume is mediocre at best. Would barely be audible on the road, so back to the drawing board. Anyone using a non Sena Bluetooth transmitter with good success? Prefer it use micro use for power and 3.5 mm input capable.
thanks in advance for any suggestions.
2022 RT Limited Dark Hyper Silver
2014 RT-S Pearl White
2010 BRP 622 Trailer Pearl White
-
sena sm 10
Originally Posted by Brentc
I have a Sena sm10 and a set of Sena s20 headsets on my rts. Not very happy with the constant static and cutting in and out, so I wanted to try a different Bluetooth transmitter. I went to Best Buy and bought a Mee audio connect unit. Install was two seconds and connects just as easy, however the high limit of the volume is mediocre at best. Would barely be audible on the road, so back to the drawing board. Anyone using a non Sena Bluetooth transmitter with good success? Prefer it use micro use for power and 3.5 mm input capable.
thanks in advance for any suggestions.
I had same noise prob. I unplugged power from bike and used my bat.backup pac. no more noise
-
Very Active Member
hmm, that's an interesting idea
Originally Posted by zman
I had same noise prob. I unplugged power from bike and used my bat.backup pac. no more noise
I'll have to give that a try. Do you have you battery pack plugged in and charging while in use, or just connected to the sm10?
2022 RT Limited Dark Hyper Silver
2014 RT-S Pearl White
2010 BRP 622 Trailer Pearl White
-
SpyderLovers Sponsor
Where is your SM10 ?????
is it in front or in back?
That may be your problem
Last edited by Motorcycledave; 07-29-2017 at 07:03 PM.
-
Very Active Member
It is in the front trunk
My sm10 was installed by dealer in front trunk. I know some have said that it works better in rear trunk, but that makes no sense to me? Same rough distance to my helmet s20, same amount of Tupperware to penetrate with Bluetooth signal?
2022 RT Limited Dark Hyper Silver
2014 RT-S Pearl White
2010 BRP 622 Trailer Pearl White
-
-
Very Active Member
Try a couple of Ferrite Cores.
One on the power line and one one the audio line.
Only a few $$$ and may do the trick.
Did on mine
AJ
Originally Posted by Brentc
I have a Sena sm10 and a set of Sena s20 headsets on my rts. Not very happy with the constant static and cutting in and out, so I wanted to try a different Bluetooth transmitter. I went to Best Buy and bought a Mee audio connect unit. Install was two seconds and connects just as easy, however the high limit of the volume is mediocre at best. Would barely be audible on the road, so back to the drawing board. Anyone using a non Sena Bluetooth transmitter with good success? Prefer it use micro use for power and 3.5 mm input capable.
thanks in advance for any suggestions.
2014 RT-S
Akrapovic Exhaust & Cat Bypass
Bajaron Sway Bar w/links / Sena SM-10/Garmin 660
Comfort Seat w Adjustable Backrest
Decals by Purple Harley / Magic Strobe
Kuryakyn Black Widow Pegs Rivco Highway Brackets
Rivco Trunk Mounted Double Flag Holder
FOBO / Spyder Cuff / XM Radio w MC Antenna
-
Very Active Member
2014 RT-S
Akrapovic Exhaust & Cat Bypass
Bajaron Sway Bar w/links / Sena SM-10/Garmin 660
Comfort Seat w Adjustable Backrest
Decals by Purple Harley / Magic Strobe
Kuryakyn Black Widow Pegs Rivco Highway Brackets
Rivco Trunk Mounted Double Flag Holder
FOBO / Spyder Cuff / XM Radio w MC Antenna
-
Very Active Member
It's interesting to note as I have in several threads that some owners have poor performance from the SM10 in the frunk and others don't. Mine is right there on the metal beacket atop the battery door and it works fine. I don't do electrons very well though; that's why I have no idea why the situations exist.
Artillery lends dignity to what would
otherwise be a vulgar brawl.
******************************
Cognac 2014 RT-S
-
Very Active Member
Yes, it is strange
Originally Posted by JayBros
It's interesting to note as I have in several threads that some owners have poor performance from the SM10 in the frunk and others don't. Mine is right there on the metal beacket atop the battery door and it works fine. I don't do electrons very well though; that's why I have no idea why the situations exist.
Mine is installed in the same spot. I'm tending to lean towards an install issue. Possibly a nicked wire, linked wire or something of that nature.
2022 RT Limited Dark Hyper Silver
2014 RT-S Pearl White
2010 BRP 622 Trailer Pearl White
-
Originally Posted by Brentc
Mine is installed in the same spot. I'm tending to lean towards an install issue. Possibly a nicked wire, linked wire or something of that nature.
You can chase that all you want with nicked wire or whatever. Trust after helping many with the issue you exactly explain, you need to move it to the rear trunk. As to why... It's because the harness is not shielded and runs past the engine and a bunch of other harnesses that "can" produce noise.
Bob
-
TROND BT-DUO
I use a TROND BT-DUO bluetooth transmitter/receiver on my F3L. Love it. $29 via Amazon.
-
Active Member
In my case it appears that location or nicked wires have nothing to do with my transmission problems, my RT-L just doesn't like Bluetooth. My dealer installed the Sena transmitter for free after I bought it from them. It doesn't matter if it is in the front or back, the transmission cuts out for 4 or 5 seconds at least once per minute, usually more often. I tried the Trond device and get the same problem (and it has static that the Sena doesn't have). The dealer tried it with their own headset and the problem remains (eliminating the head set as the problem). I've even used my phone's BT as the source. If the phone is in my pocket there's no problem. But as soon as I place it anywhere IN the bike the cutouts returns.
The dealer has contacted BRP but they were no help.
Anyone have a clue?
Thanks
2017 RT Limited
-
Very Active Member
I have the exact same setup. I had nothing but trouble until I moved the transmitter to the rear trunk. Since then it has been flawless. Keep in mind that Bluetooth is a radio transmission and therefore is susceptible to interference. Having it in the rear places it, and your helmet receiver, behind the high powered ignition system of the bike. Less interference. Move it to the rear. You'll be happy with it.
-
Sena static help
Our Sena 20's have a lot of static. Any ideas how to get rid of it besides getting rid of the Senas?
Posting Permissions
- You may not post new threads
- You may not post replies
- You may not post attachments
- You may not edit your posts
-
Forum Rules
|