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Toyota Camry Bluetooth Questions
One feature of the 2007 Camry is Bluetooth capability - let's talk about that here.
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To kick this off, here is a basic breakdown of the technology:
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless technology used to create PANs (Personal Area Networks) among your devices, and with other nearby devices.
Bluetooth allows you to leave your phone in your pocket, while talking on your phone with a Bluetooth headset - with no wires. You can also exchange contact or scheduling information with other Bluetooth-enabled phones nearby, or send such information to a nearby Bluetooth-enabled printer.
Another common use is to give your laptop computer or PDA wireless high-speed Internet access via Bluetooth and your phone.
Many newer automobiles also have Bluetooth, which can interface with a phone in a pocket, to allow automatic hands-free phone capability.
More innovative uses include playing a game against someone with a similar phone nearby, or using a special Bluetooth pen to send SMS messages by simply writing them on paper.
Bluetooth functionality is divided into separate types of connections known as "profiles". Each of the various scenarios outlined above involve a different profile. Not all Bluetooth devices support all profiles.
For example, most phones support the Headset and Handsfree profiles, for connecting the phones to headsets and car kits, respectively. But not all phones support the Object Exchange (OBEX) profile, which lets you transfer files (like photos and video clips) to and from other devices. OBEX is also needed for using address with your car. Another profile supported by only some phones is Dial-Up Networking (DUN), which lets you connect a laptop or PDA to the Internet via the phone. Other optional profiles support connecting to printers and keyboards, for example.
Bluetooth is named for the 10th century Viking King Harald Bluetooth, a Danish king who conquered Norway.
However, address book transfer is clearly part of the Blackberry's OS now (Ver 4.1). It gives you the option to transfer a hotlist or all contacts. I don't want to tie up the board with details on one unit, but would appreciate replies on real-world experience on this transfer with the Camry. Thanks!
I just checked with another forum (blackberry related) and the os 4.1 (I was running 4.0) enables the other bluetooth functions. Now my 7100 will work without buying a new phone.
Thanks!
Please tell me.
Always glad to help the Mods! :shades:
Please report back after you give the actual device a try in an '07 Camry.
The Blackberry Bluetooth stuff has still had some issues with specific car-kits, headsets, etc. Thus, my original post.
www.blackberryforums.com is a good source for overall info.
Enjoy!
You don't need the headset.
Mitch
Read here:
MyTreo.net
So,
- Start the engine while you're on a call = automatically switches to Camry
- Start the engine while you're not on a call = Bluetooth connects, then disconnects. Once you place a call (via phone), you then hit "Connect" and are transferred to the car.
In both cases, Bluetooth disconnects after the call.
- Press "Connect" w/o being on a call = Bluetooth either does not connect or connects and then immediately disconnects.
- Press "Connect" while on a call - works; then after the call, Bluetooth disconnects.
That's the way its' working. Thanks to the poster who directed me to the less then robust Bluetooth functionality write-up for the Treo. If anyone has any other ideas, I'd love to hear 'em.
Thanks,
Mitch
Can you point me to the same writeup on using the Verizon Treo 650 w/the Camry's bluetooth? Thanks -
As for the headset, if you are connected to your Bluetooth headset when you turn the car on, the phone will not connect to the vehicle system. The thought is that you will use one or the other, based on your preference.
My suggestion for handling an active call for transitioning to your vehicle handsfree system:
1) ongoing call in your bluetooth headset
2) transfer the call to the handset by either turning off the headset or using the phone's menu system to transfer the audio (this will also disconnect the bluetooth headset)
3) enter the vehicle and turn the ignition on (if the phone is already paired and currently selected by the handsfree system, the call should automatically transition to handsfree mode using the vehicle's audio system).
As for the OBEX support (OPP), since the Verizon Motorola E815 does not support this feature, you will not be able to transfer phonebook entries to the handsfree system. However, the system will allow you to manually or by voice enter phonebook data into the handsfree system.
My first suggestion is that you make sure you have Palm OS 1.04 installed on your device. This can be found at: Verizon Treo Updater.
Once you do this update, delete whatever current pairings you may have stored in the phone and handsfree system.
1) initiate the pairing process on the handsfree system (setup, phone setup, pair phone, , confirm)
- The handsfree system should now say 'searching'
2) On the Treo, go into the bluetooth settings and add a new handsfree device.
3) After the passkey is entered and accepted, the handsfree will still say 'searching' and the phone will appear to be done with the pairing process.
4) Place a call using the Treo. At this point, the phone handsfree system should complete the pairing process.
5) Terminate the call and turn the car off.
6) When the car is turned back on, the Bluetooth Handsfree connection should be automatically established (and each time going forward).
Note: I think this phone with 1.04 should support phonebook transfer to the Camry handsfree system (OPP). Let me know if you need some assistance with this.
Hopefully we will see a software update that will fix this process and also make the connection more consistent.
Mitch
Mitch
Mitch
When pairing, follow the normal process on the navigation screen, have the Treo search for the handsfree kit, after entering the passkey and selecting 'carkit' or 'headset', place a call from the phone's keypad. When the call is connected, the navigation display should show that the pairing is complete and switch to the in-call screen. At this point, end the call and turn the car off then back on. From this point on, the phone should automatically connect to the car.
If you are still having issues, I suggest maybe returning the Treo for a new one (if it is under warranty) or wait for a software update from PalmOne.
Under phone info:
Software: Treo650-1.04-VZW
Hardware: B
If you are still having problems, let me know.