dancogan
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The Sena units pair with each other, or a number of other units, AND with the dongle. Hope that helps.
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Bluetooth Dongle for 2013
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The Sena units pair with each other, or a number of other units, AND with the dongle. Hope that helps.
Arr MiHardies
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Not really. that doesn't tell me which pairing facilitates the intercom. And I don't have, nor intend to buy the Sena headsets. I already have headsets. unfortunately, they wont pair with each other (sharktooth + cardo) which is why I wanted to know if the dongle facilitated the intercom.
I got this reply from Sena, which settled my question once and for all. It is exactly as I suspected.
Sena Tech Support said:
lookerjdc
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thats sort of dissappointing
murlaw703
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Been Using Sena Headsets for 2+ Years
I have been using the Sena BT headsets for 2+ years and absolutely love the product. The intercom pairing, as was stated, is through the helmet and not the Sena SM10 or BT Dongle as Can Am calls it. The sound from these headsets is awesome, near audiophile quality if listening from iPod not Garmin. I called my dad one night from Vegas to San Antonio and he asked where I was as he just tried reaching me at home. I said I was on the Spyder doing 70 mph and he said it sounded like I was sitting in my family room.
The comments above about another item to charge shouldn't be a problem with the headset units. They have over 10 hours of talk time and 10 days of "on standby" time. I have never come close to running low on charge. I don't think anyone but my wife's sister that could talk for 10 hours in a day...that's way too much talkin' and not enough paying attention to the road...
I have sent so many emails to BRP/Can Am about Sena and the SM10 unit. It is nice to see this partnership come about. The SM10 should pair to any A2DP compliant BT headset, which covers about everyone's. It sounds as though the SM10/Dongle only connects to the AM/FM and not the other audio options.
I haven't installed one yet, but does anyone know if this dongle picks up the IPod for handlebar controls ? Sena told me that it can handle multiple A2DP audio sources, like a cell if not through the Garmin and an IPod. It would be a real bummer if Can Am didn't go all the way and include everything that can be controlled by the handlebar controls !!!
Sena does make a very high quality product and their customer service has been next to none. I hope Can Am really thought this out before bringing this to market IMHO.... IF they did, this will be the missing link in our entertainment and communication problems and more people can then complain about something else. LOL
I have been using the Sena BT headsets for 2+ years and absolutely love the product. The intercom pairing, as was stated, is through the helmet and not the Sena SM10 or BT Dongle as Can Am calls it. The sound from these headsets is awesome, near audiophile quality if listening from iPod not Garmin. I called my dad one night from Vegas to San Antonio and he asked where I was as he just tried reaching me at home. I said I was on the Spyder doing 70 mph and he said it sounded like I was sitting in my family room.
The comments above about another item to charge shouldn't be a problem with the headset units. They have over 10 hours of talk time and 10 days of "on standby" time. I have never come close to running low on charge. I don't think anyone but my wife's sister that could talk for 10 hours in a day...that's way too much talkin' and not enough paying attention to the road...
I have sent so many emails to BRP/Can Am about Sena and the SM10 unit. It is nice to see this partnership come about. The SM10 should pair to any A2DP compliant BT headset, which covers about everyone's. It sounds as though the SM10/Dongle only connects to the AM/FM and not the other audio options.
I haven't installed one yet, but does anyone know if this dongle picks up the IPod for handlebar controls ? Sena told me that it can handle multiple A2DP audio sources, like a cell if not through the Garmin and an IPod. It would be a real bummer if Can Am didn't go all the way and include everything that can be controlled by the handlebar controls !!!
Sena does make a very high quality product and their customer service has been next to none. I hope Can Am really thought this out before bringing this to market IMHO.... IF they did, this will be the missing link in our entertainment and communication problems and more people can then complain about something else. LOL
eddieshep999
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John Wispinski
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Bluetooth dongle 2013
Anyone know how this installs in the RTS?
Anyone know how this installs in the RTS?
Arr MiHardies
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The RTS is the same as the RT but with a few more options. the install is the same.Anyone know how this installs in the RTS?
NancysToy
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Anyone know how this installs in the RTS?
Actually, the ealy model base RT doesn't have an audio system, so it would also have to have been added for the earlier versions.
Arr MiHardies
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I stand corrected. Let me amend my answer. The install on any version of the RT containing an audio system would be identical, It is designed to mount in the front trunk, but many folks seem to prefer the rear.
John Wispinski
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Bluetooth Dongle
Does this mean that it just has to be inserted into the electrical socket such as where you insert the Ipod cord in the trunk? I have asked the local BRP dealership here in Edmonton, Alberta but they do not seem to know yet how it works. For instance does it need any special wiring such as when you have the GPS installed. I have just been reading about it in the new 2013 catalog but it doesn't really describe very much about the device and I can't find very much online.Thank you for your assistance.
Anyone know how this installs in the RTS?
Does this mean that it just has to be inserted into the electrical socket such as where you insert the Ipod cord in the trunk? I have asked the local BRP dealership here in Edmonton, Alberta but they do not seem to know yet how it works. For instance does it need any special wiring such as when you have the GPS installed. I have just been reading about it in the new 2013 catalog but it doesn't really describe very much about the device and I can't find very much online.Thank you for your assistance.
Arr MiHardies
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The device does nothing more than stream the audio output from your system to up to two bluetooth devices.
The BRP kit comes with two mounting brackets and proprietary cabling. You plug the cabling into your radio by the right saddle bag and run it to the front trunk. drill a hole, and run the wire through the hole. mount the unit and attach the cabling.
Alternatively, run it to the rear trunk, drill a hole next to the ipod cable run it through there and mount it inside with the sticky mounting plates included in the box of the SM10. Given the rear already has a media interface, it makes a lot more sense to install it in the rear. it is also a much simplified install over front trunk installation.
vtrider
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You can get the SM10 cheaper from the Revzilla website. It is listed for $111.75
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-sm10-dual-stream-bluetooth-stereo-transmitter
I also found this information from the Sena webpage. It looks like you can get a cable for the Canam spyder as well as other brands.
http://www.senabluetooth.com/products/sm10.php?tab_menu=overview
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/sena-sm10-dual-stream-bluetooth-stereo-transmitter
I also found this information from the Sena webpage. It looks like you can get a cable for the Canam spyder as well as other brands.
http://www.senabluetooth.com/products/sm10.php?tab_menu=overview
GuitarPlayer
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I ordered the Bluetooth Dongle from BRP and had the dealer install it. This way the dongle is covered by the 2 year warranty.
I looked at just getting the dongle from another source but I didn't see anyone who carried the cable needed for the Spyder.
Tony
I looked at just getting the dongle from another source but I didn't see anyone who carried the cable needed for the Spyder.
Tony
lookerjdc
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the problem is if you check their online store, the Can-Am cable is not listed for sale, and, its a cable that plugs into the ipod port versus a cable that plugs into the system
Arr MiHardies
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That would be the wrong cable you are looking at.
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Weekendminer
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Anyone know how this installs in the RTS?
Here is a link to another post about the Dongle:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...dding-BRP-Bluetooth-Dongle-Questions-Answered
Lyonsden also provided a link with the installation instructions in the first post. I have installed it on my RT-S and found that it was not difficult and works great.
Marker
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https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BypE-f7-2XuTc0lPOE1BU2N3eGM/edit?pli=1
Here are the BRP installation instructions for the dongle. It says on the instructions whats available separately and the BRP harness is not . The harness that Sena is selling looks like that it plugs into the rear I pod port as the connector is a 7 pin plug.
Here are the BRP installation instructions for the dongle. It says on the instructions whats available separately and the BRP harness is not . The harness that Sena is selling looks like that it plugs into the rear I pod port as the connector is a 7 pin plug.
ThreeWheels
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Can I use this blue tooth dongle to connect my blue tooth phone to my wired BRP headsets.
I'm having problems with the cell phone adapter.............AGAIN...............................
I'm having problems with the cell phone adapter.............AGAIN...............................
Arr MiHardies
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No. you use the bluetooth adapter to connect your music to bluetooth headsets.
John Wispinski
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Bluetooth Dongle
Wonderful comments everyone. Most helpful. I checked with my BRP dealer and wanted to know if the am/fm radio on the RTS would play thru to the Sena SMH10 communicator using the Garmen Zumo 660 that they sell without having to spend extra money on the bluetooth dongle. Alas, the answer was that it would not. So to get what I want (gps and radio in my helmet) I need to install both the GPS and the dongle. Well nobody said it would be cheap!
pps:
Thank you again everyone for the great comments...............
Wonderful comments everyone. Most helpful. I checked with my BRP dealer and wanted to know if the am/fm radio on the RTS would play thru to the Sena SMH10 communicator using the Garmen Zumo 660 that they sell without having to spend extra money on the bluetooth dongle. Alas, the answer was that it would not. So to get what I want (gps and radio in my helmet) I need to install both the GPS and the dongle. Well nobody said it would be cheap!
pps:Thank you again everyone for the great comments...............
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