RAzOR Posted June 8, 2006 Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 Hey fellas. I think I may have wandered into this den once a long while ago but for all intents and purposes, I am a spankin' noob here.Here's what I want to do. Replace the SC-811 head unit with a Parrot "Rhythm'N Blue" mp3, CD, bluetooth enabled head unit so that my cell will work from my pocket through my stereo and I can take and place calls, etc.I am overall happy with the factory audio gear and want to maintain its performance.Is there any way I can do this? Your suggestions greatly appreciated.Thanks!FYI hers some specs:Model # Rhythm'n'Blue Rhythm'n'Blue combines a full featured CD/MP3 car stereo deck with a built-in Advanced Car Kit. Rhythm'n'Blue utilizes Multifunctional LCD Displays for Caller ID, Phonebook access, Call Lists, other unique features listed below. Most of the time the driver can keep the phone in his/her pocket, on a belt or in a handbag and enjoy high quality stereo sound. Once the ignition key is turned, Rhythm'n'Blue detects mobile phone and establishes a wireless connection to it. From this point on, both incoming and outgoing calls are handled mostly without touching the phone, hands-free. The voice recognition replaces almost any need to touch the mobile phone. Features Universal system, works with phones from all manufacturers Voice dialing, holds up to 200 names in memory User Friendly interface with LCD Display and Vocal Prompts Supports Headset, Handsfree 0.96 & 1.0, OBEX SyncML, Object Push Bluetooth profiles Multifunctional External LCD Display, allowing to: Accept and initiate, reject and end calls View the active Network and Phone names, Signal and Battery strength meters View Caller ID for incoming calls and status of Bluetooth connection Adjust Volume during the conversation Access Phone Book in alphabetical order (vocal prompts for letters given) Access Call Lists (vocal prompts given) Dial a number (vocal prompts for digits given) Preset Voice Commands (vocal prompts given) Establish system settings (vocal prompts given) Wordspotting - full voice control for pick up and hang up Full Duplex communication, noise reduction and echo cancellation DSP: Classic. Rock, Pop, Flat Multiple numbers (home, office, cellular, etc.) for the same contact (V-card) Rapid Bluetooth synchronization with the phonebook Up to five phones can be paired with the same system Radio mute during calls, use of the car audio system for the highest quality of sound** Redial Call Waiting Private Mode Multilingual Interface: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Dutch 1 DIN Stereo CD/CD-R/CD-RW Deck with MP3 Playback Capability and ID3 Tag support Choice of seven backlight Colors to match your car instrument panel 4 x 45W Speaker Output Remote Control Integrated full phone keypad Removable faceplate Easily installed by any qualified car stereo/alarm technician. Instructions enclosed Upgradeable software for future phones Software upgradeable wirelessly via Bluetooth - no need for new installation work Range of adapter harnesses** for various car makes One year manufacturers warranty * Feature support depends on the cellular phone. See manual for details. ** Sold separately. Without an adapter additional labor may be required or a separate speaker may have to be used. Adapters for some car models are not available.Compatible Units: ANY BLUETOOTH ENABLED PHONE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HPTDoh Posted June 8, 2006 Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 I don't know much about the Bluetooth synchonization.. but I think this unit works just like any aftermarket deck (which is a super easy swap). P.S. Dont get The schoche wire harness.. get the Metra one. (I tried to look up the part #, but I forgot what kind of car you have ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronD81 Posted June 8, 2006 Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 Well I would suggest doing what I did if you're pretty satisfied with your factory system. I bought a Bluetooth kit that installs in the car, most companies maje them and they're universal. I have a Sony phone and a Motorola car kit. I also have the Blitz adapter for the CD changer input for MP3/satellite radio. The car kit works great as does the aux input. It doesn't have all the features of the head unit like call lists, but it does have voice dialing, mostly I just wanted to be able to answer the phone without missing calls trying to get it out of my pocket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sks40 Posted June 8, 2006 Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 I don't know much about the Bluetooth synchonization.. but I think this unit works just like any aftermarket deck (which is a super easy swap). P.S. Dont get The schoche wire harness.. get the Metra one. (I tried to look up the part #, but I forgot what kind of car you have )Metra 70-9220 for the SC-XXX head unit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAzOR Posted June 8, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2006 Thanks for the advice all.Obviously the 45W x 4 in the new head unit is not close to the rating of the 100W SC-811. And I've found that these DIN head unit amps are overrated also.If the unit sounds weak, can you recommend a good value 4 channel amp that I can throw in with this head unit to keep the power level up and is well matched to the speaker impedances? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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