Author Topic: Sena Blue tooth Coms stuff (Read 67964 times)

Turtle · « **Reply #125 on:** April 21, 2014, 10:36:38 AM »

Had mine since it was released long ago and had a few issues with setup early on
Now set and forget with sr10 hub and iPhone uhf no real issues to make me want my money back
I think most times it's the iPhone4 issue like calling someone "call John smith" calling Peter Adams bloody phone

Turtle

saaz · « **Reply #126 on:** April 21, 2014, 01:04:59 PM »

There is an update to V5 as well. Try reloading the firmware then factory reset. I was using mine down and back to Ballarat all day and still had three flashes of power left at the end of the day. Coming back I was in 3 way conversation all day and it lasted easily. Also had the CB radio hooked up. MP3 bluetooth would chew up more power though.

RubenCan · « **Reply #127 on:** April 29, 2014, 06:32:35 PM »

Hello Everyone,

A new Sena is hitting the street now in May. It seems to be an SMH10 on steroids.
On paper it will do these extras;

FM radio
dual bluetooth channels

connection to partner of 2.4kms
but it comes at $625 for a paired set here in Oz

http://www.mrmobile.net.au/sena-bluetooth/20s-bluetooth-intercom/20s-bluetooth-headset

I will be waiting until the prices drop.

RubenCan · « **Reply #128 on:** April 29, 2014, 06:34:50 PM »

Quote from: Rubencan on April 29, 2014, 06:32:35 PM

Hello Everyone,

A new Sena is hitting the street now in May. It seems to be an SMH10 on steroids.
On paper it will do these extras;
FM radio
dual bluetooth channels
connection to partner of 2.4kms
but it comes at $625 for a paired set here in Oz
http://www.mrmobile.net.au/sena-bluetooth/20s-bluetooth-intercom/20s-bluetooth-headset

I will be waiting until the prices drop.

Better still, these are the features from the Mr Mobile website;
Features

Bluetooth 4.0
Industry first dual Bluetooth module communication system
Audio Multitasking™: advanced audio management of intercom, phone, music and FM radio (patent pending)
Advanced Noise Cancellation™
Versatile bike-to-bike conference intercom
Intercom working distance up to 2.4km in open terrain
HD Quality crystal clear and natural sound
Intuitive voice prompts and commands
Built-in FM radio tuner with a station scan and save function
All-in-one helmet clamp kit
Quick Bluetooth pairing
Universal Intercom™: intercom with other brand communication systems
Water resistant for use in inclement weather
Firmware upgradeable
Two-year warranty

Brock · « **Reply #129 on:** April 29, 2014, 06:41:48 PM »

Sounds good, great for leaner riders to instructor. I would find the FM radio useless, as I dont use one now...

And as my SMH10 is working fine then I'm in no hurry to upgrade.

Also, it may take a while for the earbud compatible base to come out.

P.S. since doing the latest software upgrade on the SMH10, I am getting faster connection to my mobile (Note3) and SR10

nate · « **Reply #130 on:** May 25, 2014, 07:50:37 AM »

Some thoughts and questions guys, am looking to get a SMH10R for both of us. Primary requirements is size, followed by intercom, phone, music. Not too fussed about long distance intercom yet.

Size is the biggest concern as the panniers on the 1100 just fit our lids now and I really don't want to have to take an intercom off every time I'm putting the lids away. It seem that the mounting bracket for the SMH10 comes a fairway down under the helmet (at least every photo that I've seen).

Anyone with either 10 or 10R have any experience/thoughts with this?

Thanks
Nate

Brock · « **Reply #131 on:** May 25, 2014, 09:08:16 AM »

I have the SMH10 , and put my helmet in the top box. If I need to put it in a panier, then I just unclip the unit, no great problem.

Couch · « **Reply #132 on:** May 25, 2014, 11:10:23 AM »

Hey Nate........any reason why the SMH10R as opposed to the SMH10?

nate · « **Reply #133 on:** May 26, 2014, 06:24:50 AM »

Hey Couch, for me the choice is a couple of things. As the SHM10 & 10R offer similar performance, the final decision comes to size & style. I Locke the idea of been able to put my lid straight into the panniers without having to pull off the unit. I generally ride without a topbox (unless it has the pups in it), so the lack of room can be an issue.

From everything I've read, the 10R isn't difficult to learn to use the main functions, so this will sort out 90% of my needs, functionality wise.

I also didn't really like the look of the mounting bracket for the SMH10, it seems to sit a fair way down under the lid, which to me, seems like it would catch on my jacket collar every time I turn my head. I haven't been able to see if there is a different mount (similar to the interphone units) that would suit me.

I don't like the interphone unit, and Sena seems to be the leader of the bluetooth pack, which lead me to choose the 10R.

Cheers!
Nate

Streak · « **Reply #134 on:** May 26, 2014, 07:12:23 AM »

Quote from: nate on May 26, 2014, 06:24:50 AM

I also didn't really like the look of the mounting bracket for the SMH10, it seems to sit a fair way down under the lid, which to me, seems like it would catch on my jacket collar every time I turn my head. I haven't been able to see if there is a different mount (similar to the interphone units) that would suit me.

I have had my smh10 for a couple of years now, works brilliantly, I use the mounting bracket you are talking about, it sits quite nicely with the helmet, never had a catching problem at all, I am sure Shiney and diesel can also offer an opinion as well.

Brock · « **Reply #135 on:** May 26, 2014, 08:16:07 AM »

+1,

I have never caught the mount on the jacket

nate · « **Reply #136 on:** May 26, 2014, 08:33:46 AM »

Hmm going to have to drop into one of the retailers and see if I can have a closer look. Apart from the size are there any additional benefits for the SMH10 over the 10R?

Couch · « **Reply #137 on:** May 26, 2014, 09:12:12 AM »

I agree, I've never had a problem either.

What I don't like about the SMH10R is that you cannot remove the unit from the helmet to charge it, and the battery needs to be stuck on to the helmet somewhere separately, and then you have wires to the battery sticking out from under your helmet somewhere or other, it's also said that the battery charge lasts 35% less than the SMH10. The other disadvantage is that the controls are far easier to use on the SMH10 with gloves on than the SMH10R. All that said the SMH10R is a bloody good unit, they certainly look neater and smarter, but for my mind, they're not as good as the SMH10

Quote from: Streak on May 26, 2014, 07:12:23 AM

Quote from: nate on May 26, 2014, 06:24:50 AM
I also didn't really like the look of the mounting bracket for the SMH10, it seems to sit a fair way down under the lid, which to me, seems like it would catch on my jacket collar every time I turn my head. I haven't been able to see if there is a different mount (similar to the interphone units) that would suit me.

I have had my smh10 for a couple of years now, works brilliantly, I use the mounting bracket you are talking about, it sits quite nicely with the helmet, never had a catching problem at all, I am sure Shiney and diesel can also offer an opinion as well.

Streak · « **Reply #138 on:** May 26, 2014, 09:25:19 AM »

Quote from: Couch on May 26, 2014, 09:12:12 AM

I agree, I've never had a problem either.

What I don't like about the SMH10R is that you cannot remove the unit from the helmet to charge it, and the battery needs to be stuck on to the helmet somewhere separately, and then you have wires to the battery sticking out from under your helmet somewhere or other, it's also said that the battery charge lasts 35% less than the SMH10. The other disadvantage is that the controls are far easier to use on the SMH10 with gloves on than the SMH10R. All that said the SMH10R is a bloody good unit, they certainly look neater and smarter, but for my mind, they're not as good as the SMH10

Quote from: Streak on May 26, 2014, 07:12:23 AM
Quote from: nate on May 26, 2014, 06:24:50 AM
I also didn't really like the look of the mounting bracket for the SMH10, it seems to sit a fair way down under the lid, which to me, seems like it would catch on my jacket collar every time I turn my head. I haven't been able to see if there is a different mount (similar to the interphone units) that would suit me.

I have had my smh10 for a couple of years now, works brilliantly, I use the mounting bracket you are talking about, it sits quite nicely with the helmet, never had a catching problem at all, I am sure Shiney and diesel can also offer an opinion as well.

you beat me by about 5 mins, so i will say what couch said....

Couch · « **Reply #139 on:** May 26, 2014, 09:53:21 AM »

Great minds think alike!

tj189 · « **Reply #140 on:** May 26, 2014, 05:05:19 PM »

well I have the 10R and very happy with it, I do have two batteries so one is on charge whilst the other is being used. You can of course charge it whilst it is being used. The battery is Velcro'd on the back of the helmet and is a simple change over.

I will be picking up a new 20s when they arrive

Unable to offer a comparison of the other one as I have never used it

nate · « **Reply #141 on:** May 27, 2014, 12:30:12 PM »

hey TJ, why did you choose the 10R? I've seen the guys comments on the 10, but looking at some thoughts on why someone chose the 10R.

TIA
Nate

tj189 · « **Reply #142 on:** May 27, 2014, 04:01:48 PM »

liked the idea of the smaller profile, all the functions are still there. Now having said that, as I mentioned above I will get the 20S when it comes so back to a larger profile but better functionality for what I do

Diesel · « **Reply #143 on:** July 18, 2014, 07:52:52 AM »

Just got notification from Sena that a new Firmware version is available for download/upgrade.

It says:

We are pleased to announce the release of the version 5.1 of the SMH10 which includes:

- Advanced Noise Control™:On/Off capability

- Improved intercom compatibility with the 20S

- Improved compatibility with Bluetooth GPS devices

- Minor bug fixes and improvements

Cheers, Diesel

Turtle · « **Reply #144 on:** July 18, 2014, 08:38:22 AM »

Yes got my email too

Turtle

Streak · « **Reply #145 on:** July 18, 2014, 09:07:56 AM »

Quote from: Diesel on July 18, 2014, 07:52:52 AM

Just got notification from Sena that a new Firmware version is available for download/upgrade.

It says:

We are pleased to announce the release of the version 5.1 of the SMH10 which includes:

- Advanced Noise Control™:On/Off capability

- Improved intercom compatibility with the 20S

- Improved compatibility with Bluetooth GPS devices

- Minor bug fixes and improvements

Cheers, Diesel

updating mine as we speak, and i did read this about the new 20S Unit, it has a smart phone app that works with it....very interesting!

here is the info about the 20S

http://www.sena.com/product/intercoms/20s/

Brock · « **Reply #146 on:** July 18, 2014, 09:20:15 AM »

Minor problem with the 20, is that its not moulded ear plug compatible yet....

Streak · « **Reply #147 on:** July 18, 2014, 09:30:31 AM »

Quote from: Brock on July 18, 2014, 09:20:15 AM

Minor problem with the 20, is that its not moulded ear plug compatible yet....

yep minor problem, i have normal moulded earplugs without the speakers in them

STroppy · « **Reply #148 on:** July 18, 2014, 09:36:12 AM »

Quote from: Brock on July 18, 2014, 09:20:15 AM

Minor problem with the 20, is that its not moulded ear plug compatible yet....

Actually looking at the user manual and brochures it has a built in 3.5mm female outlet for earplug connection and it looks a much more robust one thaan the 10's connection.

Brock · « **Reply #149 on:** July 18, 2014, 10:10:41 AM »

Hmm, suppose you could cut the speaker off. Dont want them in my helmet, they dont fit too well.

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