chinesecatt
04-02-2008, 02:47 AM
Model # ASY-16130-001
First off, totally different from what I expected this device to be. Yes, I was one of those who thought this was a speaker. :headbang: Me? Thinking that this will play audio? Yes, I'm kidding.
Let's meet the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway (Music Audio Gateway)
[Only registered and activated users can see links]
The BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway is designed to enable you to wireless transmit music from your BlackBerry device to your home or portable stereo. This stereo gateway does not use a battery, so you need to use your BlackBerry Travel Charger (white cable) in order to power this device, as shown in above photo.
When paired successfully with your BlackBerry device, you will notice a fast flashing blue light, as shown in photo below. (Sorry photo not animated so you won't see the flashing blue light )
[Only registered and activated users can see links]
How Does This Accessory Works?
The BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway uses Bluetooth technology to establish a wireless connection with your BlackBerry device. After you pair the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway with your BlackBerry device, you can connect to the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway when it is within range of your BlackBerry device. So keep in mind that for this Gateway to function, your BlackBerry device and or music players must be A2DP Bluetooth enabled via an A2DP profile. If not, you can always buy an A2DP adapter -- but that is another review if you want me to make one [Only registered and activated users can see links]
So What's Inside the Box?
It comes with an Audio Cable with 3.5mm stereo plugs
An Audio cable with RCA type connectors
BlackBerry Music Gateway
How Do I Configure This?
When using your BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway, you need to verify a few things before you can successfully use it. Yes, it is a no brainer that we need to turn on a Bluetooth Connection in order to pair it. Make sure that your BlackBerry device runs on version 4.2.2 or later. And since this does not run on battery, you need to have a Travel Charger to power it. And finally, make sure that your stereo or home system has a 3.5mm auxiliary input jack or RCA auxiliary input jacks, as shown in photo below.
[Only registered and activated users can see links]
Make sure that your stereo is set to detect auxiliary input to stream your music successfully.
As shown in photos above, I used the 3.5mm auxiliary input jack to connect one of the plugs to the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway. Once everything is all set, all you need to do is tap the Remote Stereo Gateway to power it on. Click Manage Connections > Bluetooth Connections, the select BlackBerry Stereo Gateway and click Connect.
What's so awesome about this device, you have total control of your music at 10 meters max. Use your ordinary remote control and see if you can compete. :hurt: Yup, I don't think so. You could be in another room, drinking coffee with your buddy :tea: or you could be dancing :dance: you can be sure you will go:banana: with this accessory. If you are like me, this is definitely a MUST BUY!
Now let's play some music! :music::rockon:
First off, totally different from what I expected this device to be. Yes, I was one of those who thought this was a speaker. :headbang: Me? Thinking that this will play audio? Yes, I'm kidding.
Let's meet the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway (Music Audio Gateway)
[Only registered and activated users can see links]
The BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway is designed to enable you to wireless transmit music from your BlackBerry device to your home or portable stereo. This stereo gateway does not use a battery, so you need to use your BlackBerry Travel Charger (white cable) in order to power this device, as shown in above photo.
When paired successfully with your BlackBerry device, you will notice a fast flashing blue light, as shown in photo below. (Sorry photo not animated so you won't see the flashing blue light )
[Only registered and activated users can see links]
How Does This Accessory Works?
The BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway uses Bluetooth technology to establish a wireless connection with your BlackBerry device. After you pair the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway with your BlackBerry device, you can connect to the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway when it is within range of your BlackBerry device. So keep in mind that for this Gateway to function, your BlackBerry device and or music players must be A2DP Bluetooth enabled via an A2DP profile. If not, you can always buy an A2DP adapter -- but that is another review if you want me to make one [Only registered and activated users can see links]
So What's Inside the Box?
It comes with an Audio Cable with 3.5mm stereo plugs
An Audio cable with RCA type connectors
BlackBerry Music Gateway
How Do I Configure This?
When using your BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway, you need to verify a few things before you can successfully use it. Yes, it is a no brainer that we need to turn on a Bluetooth Connection in order to pair it. Make sure that your BlackBerry device runs on version 4.2.2 or later. And since this does not run on battery, you need to have a Travel Charger to power it. And finally, make sure that your stereo or home system has a 3.5mm auxiliary input jack or RCA auxiliary input jacks, as shown in photo below.
[Only registered and activated users can see links]
Make sure that your stereo is set to detect auxiliary input to stream your music successfully.
As shown in photos above, I used the 3.5mm auxiliary input jack to connect one of the plugs to the BlackBerry Remote Stereo Gateway. Once everything is all set, all you need to do is tap the Remote Stereo Gateway to power it on. Click Manage Connections > Bluetooth Connections, the select BlackBerry Stereo Gateway and click Connect.
What's so awesome about this device, you have total control of your music at 10 meters max. Use your ordinary remote control and see if you can compete. :hurt: Yup, I don't think so. You could be in another room, drinking coffee with your buddy :tea: or you could be dancing :dance: you can be sure you will go:banana: with this accessory. If you are like me, this is definitely a MUST BUY!
Now let's play some music! :music::rockon: