Current trends are encouraging the development of wireless methods for connecting any kind of technology. New gadgets come 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, do you want to listen to music without dangling cords near the gearbox to the phone, and the radio does not support wireless connection of audio devices? The Bluetooth AUX adapter can come to the rescue. In the article we will consider their various options and connection methods.
What is an adapter?
This gadget is quite simple. It works on the same principle as wireless headsets for smartphones. The difference lies only in the fact that instead of headphones, there is a plug at its output for connecting to a standard radio jack intended for supplying a linear audio signal. The Bluetooth AUX adapter will allow you to get rid of the cable dangling under your arms, and sometimes your feet, save 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 sound.
How to choose the right device
First of all, it is worth checking whether a connector for supplying a linear signal is provided on your radio. If not, do not despair. One of the solutions to this problem will be considered a little later.
It should be decided 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, since they have a better audio path. If the availability of music as such is more important to you, but the richness of the sound can be neglected, or the acoustics are simply not able to produce high-quality sound, and the difference as a result will not be very noticeable, it makes sense to save money and take an inexpensive adapter from one of the Chinese brands. Its price will 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 immediately connect to the network through the cigarette lighter socket. But is an internal battery needed in this case? It can be useful in two cases.
The first is to turn off the power at the outlet when the engine starts. On some cars, it is possible to automatically turn off all secondary systems in order to maximize redirection of all battery power to the starter. In addition, such shutdowns represent 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 if it is small.
The second case in which the battery can be used - no one bothers you to use the Bluetooth AUX audio adapter as a portable headset by connecting headphones to the jack. In this case, when choosing a device, you should be careful that it is not with a built-in plug, but is equipped with a dad-dad 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 in all. You can fix it with another Chinese gadget, which is a mockup of a cassette with a magnetic head installed inside, which, in turn, is connected by cable to the sound source. The principle of operation is the generation of magnetic fluxes, and for the head of the radio, this looks like a tape pull. The sound is less quality than a direct connection, but still acceptable, and there will be no problem connecting a Bluetooth AUX adapter.
If the radio is disk, then apply this method will not work. As a last resort, try looking for the AUX connector on the back of the radio. It is not known for what reason, but some manufacturers placed it there. If it is not there, then only a radio replacement 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 can only be with hieroglyphs or be absent altogether. However, in most cases, the connection is made in the same way. Holding the power button after the indication appears puts the device in a mode in which it is detected by the nearest gadgets until one of them is synchronized with it.
If this advice did not help, then you just have to try to find information on the Russian-language forums on the model code of your adapter. If you are not sure that you can deal with the connection, it is better to choose a model even before ordering, on which, according to user reviews, there are no problems with the configuration.
Can I use the adapter to talk on the phone
If you want to make your life easier, then one of the best options is to purchase a Bluetooth AUX adapter with a built-in microphone. Thus, you can free your hands while driving 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 small distance from your mouth. If this is not possible, look for a model with a remote microphone that can be fixed on the ceiling near the driver's seat.
Conclusion
The Bluetooth AUX adapter is suitable for everyone who wants to get rid of extra 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 a power adapter?
- Will I need to talk through the adapter, and if so, is it possible to place the microphone correctly?
- What sound quality is required as a result?
By answering these questions, you can decide which device and for what price you should buy. Enjoy listening to your favorite tracks while driving!