Sony MEX-BT3800U In-Dash CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player
Sony MEX-BT3800U In-Dash CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player with Bluetooth
Manufacturer: Sony
Sony MEX-BT3800U In-Dash CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player with Bluetooth
Amazon.com Product Description:
Sony's MEX-BT3800U is a great way to add Bluetooth and media power to your vehicle, with 52 Watts through four channels. Make hands-free calls or stream audio from your compatible devices. You can also play back CDs and CD-R/RWs, along with MP3/WMA/AAC files. A front auxiliary input is great for connecting external devices, and you can enjoy full iPod control right from the receiver.
 A Bluetooth receiver that will play your digital music files. Click to enlarge. |
 Detachable faceplate for added security. |
 Front panel auxiliary input and USB port. |
Detachable Faceplate
The MEX-BT3800U features a detachable faceplate for added security, with a 1-line, 13-segment LCD display and blue control illumination.
Bluetooth Functionality
The MEX-BT3800U features Bluetooth hands-free with an integrated microphone (or through an external microphone), as well as audio streaming functionality using your compatible Bluetooth music device.
USB 1-Wire for iPod, iPhone, and Other USB Devices
USB 1-Wire lets you directly connect, charge, and control your digital music player via the USB jack in the front of the unit, as well as view metadata like song title and artist on the front display.
Quick-Browzer Technology With Jump Mode and ZAPPIN Features
Quick-BrowZer lets you search and select songs by category, including artist, album, genre, or playlist. Jump Mode gets you closer to the song you want by allowing you to fast forward through a music category in 10 percent increments. With Zappin, you can play music in six-, nine-, or 30-second clips until you find the song you're looking for.
MP3/WMA/AAC Playback With DM+
Multi-format playback lets you play CDs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs loaded with hundreds of MP3, AAC, or WMA songs. Hear the music on your recorded CDs and MP3s in their original vibrancy with DM+ (Digital Music Plus), an original Sony codec enhancer that reproduces detailed and high-frequency sound from compressed audio.
Satellite and HD Radio Ready
The MEX-BT3800U integrates seamlessly with satellite radio Sony Bus adaptors (sold separately) so you can receive digital satellite radio broadcasts. HD Radio capability lets you receive digital audio broadcasts when used with an optional HD Radio tuner.
Radio Data System (RDS)
The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist, title, and album.
Front Auxiliary Input
The front auxiliary input lets you connect almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system.
EQ3
Customize the sound with Sony's EQ3 feature, which includes 7 preset tone curves and a 3-band equalizer.
What's in the Box
MEX-BT3800U, Installation Hardware, User's Manual
- AM/FM radio, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3/WMA/AAC receiver with Bluetooth
- 52 Watts x 4 peak power
- Detachable face with 1-line, 13-segment LCD display
- Includes front panel auxiliary input, USB port, iPod control; SAT/HD Radio ready with Sony Bus
- One-year limited warranty
Color: Black
Model: MEX-BT3800U
Not all that great
This is a rather unremarkable stereo. It works pretty much like any
everything good but...
Everything works well. I'd buy this for my other car.
Unfortunately, according to Sony, it only supports play/pause function for iPhone 4 BT when streaming music. Can't skip tracks.
Great Radio!
Got this radio for my Harley. Mounted it in with the biketronics kit. It really kicks. I love the USB plug for my MP3's. Have about 1500 songs on it. The CD player also works perfect with MP3 disk and dosen't skip when I hit some pretty good bumps on the bike. The blue tooth is pretty cool to. Can hook up whatever device I want to with this radio. I highly recommend this radio.
Almost Perfect
I have owned this head unit for one month now. I can honestly say it blows me away to this day. Instead of making many paragraphs I'll just add a few points.
Pros:
The first time you receive a call over BT will be like the first email you ever received! It is so cool to be driving down the road and you get a call, hit the button and you're talking. When the call is ended, it goes right back to the same music you were just listening to.
Everything I do not mention is a pro. I know but really everything about this radio is perfect except the following cons:
Cons:
The silly beep you get each and every time you turn your car off. It is impossible to get rid of and I've scoured the manual over and over looking for a way.
The USB drive that I use sticks out and I'm afraid one day I will break it, I sure wish they had a second port on the back of the unit.
I can not for the life of me get the unit to autoconnect to my ipod touch. It autoconnects with my BT phone without fail but for my ipod I have to play with it each and every time.
Even though the built-in mic is perfectly adequate, it could stand to be better, IMHO. I am now looking into purchasing an external mic.
That's about it. I think as far as "bang for the buck" goes you really can't go wrong with this Sony unit. I love mine and have never had it so good - I'm lovin' it!
Fit my camry nicely
The sound quality is truy excellent for its price range. I highly recommend buying this and believe me, you will not be disappointed. Another site has this listed at a lot more money, I bought mine for a lot less included shipping. Also try to get the external microphone, will really help in trying to make clear calls. This is the best headunit I've own and I owned plenty. I was browsing around and happen to fall here. The bt3800u has usb port, aux, and plenty of audio format support. Plus not to forget the great built-in bluetooth which ultimately led to my buy. The interface is beautiful. Everything about this headunit is excellent.
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