VP8000 and bluetooth devices

[719f250]

We just started using the VP8000s and we can not seem to get any devices (ear buds, PTT mics, speaker, etc.) to connect to the bluetooth after pairing. Everything seems to pair just fine and but nothing will connect. Something we are missing? A setting?

Thanks and have a blessed day!

 

[kd4efm]

what is the error message on the display of the radio?

 

[719f250]

No error, just a rapid "beep-bop-beep" sound when the connect button is pressed.

 

[tweiss3]

I've successfully paired my Shokz OpenRun Pro headphones to my VP8000, but it took 3 tries to get it paired. You also have to PTT with button on the radio, not the one on the headphones.

 

[719f250]

Pairing is not the issue... even the Samsung TVs in the office will pair, just nothing will connect.

 

[kd4efm]

Pairing is not the issue... even the Samsung TVs in the office will pair, just nothing will connect.

pairing and connect are the same meaning.
it either wont pair or it does pair.
You say it pairs. so what is NOT connecting then?

You need to also provide the Bluetooth information portion of your Armada.
If you can't show that, then get with your dealer to assist. We can do it on a forum automatically.
What device are you trying to PAIR?
What version BT is that device?

Just because it's Bluetooth does not mean it is meant for the VP8000.

NX 5000 and 3000 Bluetooth will not pair with Bluetooth devices that are version 5.x or newer.
This has been submitted to Japan to have this updated or fixed. They only pair with 4.0 or less
Bluetooth devices.

 

[719f250]

For example, I can successfully PAIR a set of T60 earbuds (BT version 5.3). They show up in the PAIRED DEVICES list as T60. But when I select CONNECT, I get nothing, just the three fast beeps and no connect. Does the device have to be an actual VP8000 supported device?

 

[kd4efm]

Operator error. Okay, You PAIR and GO. once you pair, your are DONE.
Connect is used to connect to an UNPAIRED device.

enjoy.

 

[719f250]

Operator error. Okay, You PAIR and GO. once you pair, your are DONE.
Connect is used to connect to an UNPAIRED device.

enjoy.

We have literally tried over 20 pairs of earbuds, different manufacturers and models with no success. Virtually all will pair through the scan menu and show up in the paired listing but no audio nor a connected bluetooth icon on the screen. What models has anyone successfully paired with these VP8000s?

 

[otobmark]

I've only had success with mono (Single ear) old school BT cellphone earpieces. I haven't tried lately but in the past dual stereo earbuds were not compatible.
My goto is Plantronix unit that has a small mic boom and wraps around ear. The BT mic works but as others have stated you have to use the radio's PTT button.

 

[AYoung2600]

We have literally tried over 20 pairs of earbuds, different manufacturers and models with no success. Virtually all will pair through the scan menu and show up in the paired listing but no audio nor a connected bluetooth icon on the screen. What models has anyone successfully paired with these VP8000s?

Tzumi Soundmates PRO 7646HD - The Home Depot

The SoundMates Pro ANC Earbuds are the perfect solution for true wireless freedom and high-quality audio. Stereo sound and active noise-cancelling technology let you hear music and phone calls the way

www.homedepot.com

I have both these and the shokz open run mini with good success.

 

[719f250]

I have a tech from Kenwood looking at our codeplug. Hopefully it is as simple as enabling hands free profile. Now just to get the software.

 

[cavmedic]

I was able to use a cheap chinese Anyseu BT mic, It worked, but the audio distorted when you cranked the volume.