Sena Blue tooth Coms stuff

[Brock]

With the current discussion about earmolds else where , I thought I would enter my 2bobs worth (20Cents in new money)

I have the SMH10, http://www.mrmobile.net.au/sena-bluetooth/sena-smh10-bluetooth-motorcycle-intercom/sena-smh10-bluetooth-headset-intercom-for-motorcycle-Single-pack-1
but never liked the speakers, as they dont go into the Shark helmet very well.

Looking an Mr mobile, I found this..  http://www.mrmobile.net.au/sena-bluetooth/sena-smh10-bluetooth-motorcycle-intercom/sena-smh10-3-5mm-audio-jack-microphone-clamp-unit

It allows the stereo earmolds to be plugged in, instead of speakers.

Now coupled with the SR10, and the correct adapters UHF radio interfacing is easily possible http://www.mrmobile.net.au/sena-bluetooth/sr10-two-radio-adapter/sena-bluetooth-two-way-radio-adapter

The audio is pumped directly into the ear canal, via the earmolds and is crystal clear.  Now to select a decent UHF radio to couple in, the Handheld just isnt quite cutting it
 

[saaz]

I have all that stuff. I will be making up a cable to suit a GME 3520 that has a remote headunit http://www.gme.net.au/products/radio-communications/uhf-477mhz-cb-radios/TX3520  I use the 40 channel version  GME 3420 at the moment.

[Brock]

That is a radio I'm thinking about as well, decisions decisions

 

[Neale]

Cannot agree more Brock regarding the Sena Bluetooth gear. Just set up helmets with the universal kit, one Shoei and one Shark. Performance is great and so easy to use. Am yet to purchase the Sr10 and radio. Interested in watching this thread develop for feedback.

[ST2UP]

So Brock is the UHF to be tucked away out of the weather or out in it but where you can access its features ??

Can recommend the TX4600 if you have room......have seen them take a flogging on cow cockies quad bikes in all weather, used one in my 4x4....big buttons, knobs , numbers, clarity, etc.

Used a TX3220 (because I had one spare) on the 1100 mounted in the Topbox, only used Ch 40 so was not a big pain.


Now use a Uniden UH078sx 5w/1w with a 6.5 dbi and 2dbi gain antenna.


Cheers

[saaz]

I have been using the 3420 for a few years, as has Lionel and STroppy.  The head unit goes up the front on the dash, main unit in the tail.  The head unit survives remarkably well, the only time it has problems is with spraying water over it while cleaning the bike.  I have put some tape around mine to keep the water out, but may try some liquid electrical tape.I had a Uniden UHO75sx with an external aerial, but something went wrong in it so not worth fixing.  I found I use the on bike CB far more useful as setting up and taking off the portable was a chore so I tended not to set it up all the time.

All of these were through an Autocom.

TX4600 would be better in all conditions, but have to check its dimensions to see if it fits up the front of the bike I would use it on.

[Yorkie]

I am using Interphone F4 headset with Shark Evo3, removed the ear liners and don't know anything is there, Sena SR10 with Uniden 7700 compact UHF, see post, http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=4459.0, unit is mounted under dash panel,

[Brock]

GME TX3500 has been added to the bike, connected through the SR10, with a home made interface cable. (Well I  bought the generic cable, and added the needed bits to it)  Works well.




The Antenna

[Streak]

good work there mate!

[Brock]

The radio has an extra mic jack in the back, do the Sena is plugged into that. I have a blanking plate to fill the hole in the front.

[Sabie]

So where's the best place to buy the Sena from? I'll need 2 or a twin set. Buying new Helmets for Ballarat but I don't know what brand yet.

I'd like a radio as well but I don't have a lot of money to spend at the moment on a " luxury " item like that, (that's what Mrs Sabie would think anyway)

So fire away with your suggestions on the best place to purchase the Sena SMH10.

Cheers

[Brock]

Mr Mobile is as good a place as any

http://www.mrmobile.net.au/sena-bluetooth

I used this adapter with audio earmolds. Works very well

http://www.mrmobile.net.au/sena-bluetooth/sena-smh10-bluetooth-motorcycle-intercom/sena-smh10-3-5mm-audio-jack-microphone-clamp-unit

[Streak]

Earmould have been supportive of the club their prices seem fiar to :)

http://www.earmold.com.au/Sena-Bluetooth-Communication/View-all-products.html

[tj189]

  nice setup there

[ST2UP]

Or if your heart is set on Sena, Prestige Comms in WA the SMH10 kit $345.00.cheapest i have seen.


 

[Neale]

Agree with Chris.  I bought my SMH10 dual kit and ST10 radio adapter from Mr Mobile and the service was great but Prestige Comms does appear to be cheaper. Depends if you cop a shipping charge on top of the price or not. Either way, great gear that works exceptionally well. Sabie, I have fitted the Sena to both a Shoei GT Air helmet and a Shark. Really simple to install and there are great demo's on YouTube. 

[Sabie]

I'm currently using a scala Q2 which is starting to show signs of age and of wear and tear. The FM to FM reciever has never work well music is always faint even with all volumes turned up full. The search function for a radio station is crap and unable to use with a glove, without a glove the buttons leave a divot in your fingers. Mrs Sabie prefers her open face RXT in favor of her Nolan 102 so most times all I get is her wind noise as the unit keeps activating. I also have a Nolan 102 which I'm not overly happy with these days, it was good at first but the liner soon compressed so now its a loose fit and after Middleton this year it's bloody heavy all day every day.

So new Comms and new helmets before Ballarat

Thanks everyone 

[DaleMcLean]

The Sena headset/s and SR10 seem to work well for their design spec.

One thing to note however for those who have a handbrake (SWMBO) on the back, IF you want to share music/GPS/UHF with them the Sena is not capable. The ST10 ONLY pairs to one helmet.

Looking at total costs if you want to share it all with the "boss" its a matter of a hungred or $ to go with something that does 
The BK-02 kit comes with EVERYTHING included, no need  to purchase a PTT, power supply, UHF cable, GPS cable et al (http://www.dmme.com.au/BikerCom.htm)

And for members here I will include a modified cable if needed for ANY UHF or 2 way radio you have.

[Neale]

Depends on the specs of said SWMBO. Take mine for instance, she hates my music, cannot stand listening to the CB and does not care how we get there, as long as we arrive. She just pairs to here own phone for music and calls, talks to me on the IC and runs anything else she wants off her phone. So the Sena stuff fits the bill for us. As you say though, this may not be enough for some. 

[Shiney]

The Sena headset/s and SR10 seem to work well for their design spec.

One thing to note however for those who have a handbrake (SWMBO) on the back, IF you want to share music/GPS/UHF with them the Sena is not capable. The ST10 ONLY pairs to one helmet.

Looking at total costs if you want to share it all with the "boss" its a matter of a hungred or $ to go with something that does 
The BK-02 kit comes with EVERYTHING included, no need  to purchase a PTT, power supply, UHF cable, GPS cable et al (http://www.dmme.com.au/BikerCom.htm)

And for members here I will include a modified cable if needed for ANY UHF or 2 way radio you have.

Dale, I believe Mrs Sabie doesn't ride on the back, I think she rides her own bike

But if she can be convinced to spend the money, the BK-02 kit on each bike would rock

[Sabie]

Hi Guys

Thanks Shiney your right Mrs Sabie has her own bike and doesn't ride on the back with me. Unfortunately, that system is way beyond our budget.

The Sena or similar system will suit out needs.

Cheers 

[Shiney]

Sabie, I can highly recommend the SMH10 for bike to bike communication. It's what Streak and I were using on the national rally, they work very well, clear and easily loud enough to hear while still being able to be turned up louder.

The battery life is very good, on the trip we charged them each night and they handled the whole day without issue. (Although I did forget to charge mine one night and it ran out of power half way through the next day, so it handled one and a half days without charging. Not bad )

I purchased my SMH10 dual set from my local Team Moto for $360. This was the closest they could come to matching an online price I had found ($345)
I was happy to pay the extra $15 to have a local shop I could easily return the units to if I had any issues as opposed to returning them to an interstate/online dealer.

I hope this is of some help mate

Cheers
Shiney

Link to SMH10 at Team Moto
http://www.motorcyclesuperstore.com.au/on-road-accessories/general-accessories/intercoms/13340-sena-smh10-motorcycle-bluetooth-headset-intercom.html

[Gavo]

Sena SM10 Dual Music Transmitter Pairing to Cardo Scala G9: Sena Bluetooth SM10 Demonstration

I didn't think you could cross pollinate with these

[Neale]

It looks like we are getting to the point where Bluetooth is Bluetooth, no matter what the brand.  It is good that differing brands can pair and operate without having to stick to your own kind.  Hopefully all the suppliers can see the benefits in this and allow cross pollination with all bands.  Moving in the right direction.

[DaleMcLean]

It looks like we are getting to the point where Bluetooth is Bluetooth, no matter what the brand.  It is good that differing brands can pair and operate without having to stick to your own kind.  Hopefully all the suppliers can see the benefits in this and allow cross pollination with all bands.  Moving in the right direction.

Sorry Neale  dont get too excited.

The SM10 is purely a BT sender ANY Bt headset will apir with ANY BT sender for music, nothing new just bought to your attention,
headset to headset etc will STILL be incestuous