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I really doubt you actually need 5.1, unless theres some explicit reason for it. So you can save yourself few bucks and get tp-link 4.0 dongle.

Or if youre set on a higher version, than rather go for 5.2. At least 5.2 has some notable improvements(like good quality 2 way audio for using with bt headsets) that makes it worth it in case you get a device that supports it in the future.

Something like this. Or look for an alternative that has the same chipset, intel ax210.

With the 4.0 you wont need drivers, win10 will detect it and you will pair through windows.

Not sure if the ax210 is also plug and play as i havent used it(though it should be), even if it isnt youll just need to install drivers and pair through its app. Probably better option than using the built in win10 drivers even if it installs automagically.

Ok; the EarStudio ES100 Mk2 seems like many of the other "adaptors" I linked to in my question in that it has a TRS jack but not a TRRS jack, and the first question on its amazon page confirms that it doesn't transmit the signal from an external mic. I'd like to stick with the headphones my kid and I have settled on. Thank you for the tips on other subreddits!

I wanted sound going out through my AUX port and Google Maps navigation going out through bluetooth. However I was unable to find a way to make it work on my android phone, so I ended up getting a second device (ipod touch) and running two separate audio systems in my car.

If you're on android you could see if this app will work, maybe you will have better luck since you're doing dual bluetooth. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.woodslink.android.wiredheadphoneroutingfix&hl=en

If you have an open PCI-E slot.

If you can only fit USB.

Go with the PCI-E one if you can fit it.

This is the one I bought that can run music and a mic simultaneously. Unfortunately it’s out of stock. Since it’s an uncommon feature it might be easier to buy one speaker just for the mic since you already have one for the music. If that’s the case, I use my wireless mic set with either a jbl charge 4 (the newer charge 5 doesn’t have an aux jack) or Soundcore motion+. Both have very low latency so using them with the mic is acceptable. (In case you’re wondering why I’ve used so many speakers: I’m a teacher and have helped my coworkers put together makeshift wireless mic/speaker systems for their classes and have experimented with my own mic system for over 3 years now)

60W Bluetooth Speaker (100dB Loud), ABRAMTEK M8 Portable Wireless Retro Speaker with Bass Boost, Microphone Input, USB Port, Stereo Pairing for Home Outdoors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V1897PV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4CC5ERPFS72PSB49S9BC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I bought this one

[Upgraded] COMSOON Bluetooth AUX Adapter for Car, Noise Cancelling Bluetooth 5.0 Music Receiver for Home Stereo/Wired Headphones/Hands-Free Calls, 16H Battery Life, Dual Connect-Black+Gray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B094FVLHGV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_X0HCPSYF8KB0DQ2R6NW6

Because it charges with USB type C

- A BLE device like a fitness-band may be able to be paired simultaneously with a normal Bluetooth device, and probably has a way to skip Songs.

- Remapping the bixby button may fit your usecase and preferences

- You could probably use some old wired headset/diy as a wired skip-remote; If that works with Samsung's Multi sound/Separate app sound.

Hey, btw this is the app but there's a plethora of these apps out there that accomplish the same: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bluetoothscanner&hl=en&gl=US

You can tell by the software description that it is useful in finding ble-emitting devices, because it tells you how far away it is in Meters, that's how I know it isn't coming from another cellphone

you can try this https://www.amazon.com/Smallest-Invisible-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B09KGM22J2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=Discreet+Bluetooth+Earpiece&qid=1642898295&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExSUdHOUs5NkFQRjAmZW5jc...

https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Bluetooth-Cancelling-Headphones-Hands-Free/dp/B08KY684PB/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=audio+aux+bluetooth+adapter&qid=1642647040&sprefix=audio+aux+blu%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExUjJLSEo2S0Q0N0RRJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjE5NTg3SlA5M05PSTRNRUdLJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA4MzM2OTMxMU5PTFlVWVBMSzcwJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

use this

This, or something similar.

I tried google and amazon searches but could not find a "splitter".

If any one has some links for this, I would like to know how this really works.

https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Transmitter-Receiver-Wireless-Projector/dp/B09JNK2MKX/ref=sr_1_2_sspa

This device does NOT call itself a splitter, but an amazon search brought this up. ( why ??)

I wanted to share what I eventually got, and it works fine with my keyboard USB port but not on the actual motherboard ones, so I guess I finally got something that works.

Here it is (it says 5.0 but the LMP states it's 5.1): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09BFGDPVG/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_asin\_title\_o02\_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

We sell a 3.5mm to Bluetooth transmitter device. This is the Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Friencity-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Receiver-Wireless/dp/B0793ZT129/ref=sr\_1\_3?\_\_mk\_zh\_CN=%E4% BA%9A%E9%A9%AC%E9%80%8A%E7%BD%91%E7%AB%99&keywords=friencity&qid=1637243501&refresh=1&sr=8-3
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Bluetooth on the motherboard where it will be surrounded by a metal case sounds a bit dumb. It didn't come with an antenna by any chance? Maybe you bought the PC 3 years ago and forgot about the antenna.

I can't recommend a Bluetooth adapter, they all look either tiny or old (Bluetooth 2.0). But if you get one, you can put it on a USB cable and affix the cable so that the adapter doesn't sit directly behind a big metal box. I found this one had reduced reception when it was fastened to a wood table (I thought it wouldn't matter because it's only wood).

This depends 100% on the scale -- I've implemented apps for a bunch of different Bluetooth devices. Some devices connect super easily. Others, I still haven't cracked. I've not dealt with scales specifically (except for two failures :-) )

Check out this GitHub repo that has a ton of scale information.

Samsung has implemented Dual Audio on their Galaxy smartphones. iOS 13 will support Audio Sharing with AirPods. There are some Bluetooth transmitters that can stream music to two devices simultaneously. You just need a specific system or hardware to do that.

I picked this one up, and when using the optical / light pipe input there is definitely no sound gate:
https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Wireless-Headphone/dp/B0838YPSZT/ref=sr\_1\_5?dchild=1&keywords=bluetooth+transmitter&qid=1631205206&sr=8-5

I've got it connected to an audio rack with a few RME audio interfaces (Fireface UFX+ > ADI-192 DD > B06TX), dropped my fader down to the lowest point on a source, and then even brought the send volume down. Got it to a point where I could barely hear the signal, and there was no phasing or anything, the sound was still constant.

However, there is definitely a gate when using the analog input, my guess is that this sound gate limitation on all of these transmitters is due to the analog pre-amps being used. Or rather, they apply a gate to the analog input because it has a noticeable noise floor at normal levels. I've run into this problem myself in the past and thought there just wasn't a solution, but at some point I converted most of the runs in my setup from analog to digital and realized it was no longer happening.

So a possible solution would be to use an analog to digital converter before hitting the transmitter, but for all I know the low end ones you can find on Amazon have the same sound gating problem.

According to Both apps, They take the Volume Control from the Host (the one giving the bluetooth signal)

assuming you are using a phone, you can try these apps to lower the volume a little bit at a time: (due note, this isnt a guarantee. and there are no endorsements for either of these apps.) <Android> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.phascinate.precisevolume <IPhone> https://apps.apple.com/us/app/volume-control-pro/id1499421410

Yeah they are usually advertised as car bluetooth adapters, there's millions of them. You want a two way adapter like this:

https://www.amazon.com/1Mii-Bluetooth-Receiver-Wireless-Surround/dp/B07KTK8YP3/

https://www.amazon.com/PoP-voice-Microphone-Omnidirectional-Smartphones/dp/B075VQ7VG7/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=pop+voice&qid=1629556562&sr=8-10

Theres also option from the same mic with 16 feet cable if you need it longer.

It's not worth it. Delete and remove all bluetooth drivers you've installed so far and start from scratch with another BT dongle, if you can.

How small is small ?

Have you taken the unit apart to see the amount of room you have available ?

Have you Googled Bluetooth Audio transmitters modules ? https://www.google.com/search?q=Bluetooth+Audio+transmitters+modules

First hit out of 9 million: https://www.amazon.com/Transmitter-Bluetooth-Wireless-Speaker-Headphones/dp/B081TD27G7

Hey man, I got this device for my turntable and was able to connect to my bluetooth speaker this way! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N4GK874/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A1OWGEXC06FAUS&psc=1

Hi,

I know what you're wanting to do is technically possible because the Bluetooth protocol supports it. However, how you'd do that with Arduino, I couldn't tell you.

I know that there is documentation both on the Android developer's site as well as elsewhere that describes how to do this with the Android OS. This is one of the things that our app, Signils, does. Using the logic available in the Bluetooth protocol and as supported by Android, we can detect devices that you pair as well as devices that you don't pair.

If we continue to gain traction and attract more users (and can monetize the app successfully), we have plans to support a Home Automation use case by reverse engineering how to communicate with various IoT devices.

Thanks! I end up getting this: Hagibis Bluetooth 5.0 Transmitter Receiver, 2 in 1 Wireless aptX HD Audio 3.5mm Jack Adapter Support aptX Low Latency, for TV/Headphone/Car/PC/Speaker, Pairing 2 Bluetooth Headphones Speaker (Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07MTFRKQM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_hOf2FbNK41E1K?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I think this one is smaller

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anker-Soundsync-Bluetooth-Connection-Headphones/dp/B07H5C2BQX/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?dchild=1&keywords=small+bluetooth+transmitter+male&qid=1608003568&sr=8-17

Try restarting the device. Unplug it for at least 10 seconds. That usually soft resets bluetooth devices, or smart speakers. That can clear up some issues, if that doesn't work there may be something wrong with the bluetooth receiver on the device. Which from what I'm reading is a common issue with this model and the brand in general. If you wanted to still be able to use bluetooth with it, then you could get a bluetooth adapter such as the airfly pro or a similar product, and if there is no direct 3.5 mm headphone jack you can get an rca adapter like this one

https://www.amazon.com/VCE-2-Pack-Plated-Female-Adapter/dp/B06XCR898P/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=rca+adapter+female+to+male&qid=1607880077&sr=8-3

It will depend on what your walls are made of. Personally I use a DECT headset (Plantronics Savi 745) at home as it works through the 3 brick walls that separate my office from my kitchen without a problem. Bluetooth usually works, but sometimes it just drops out on me. The 745 isn't a very portable option though; I have two units one at home and one at work because I can't just slip it in my bag with my laptop.

For a more portable solution you could get a USB Bluetooth audio device such as this one: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B0881X4MB2

It presents as a USB sound card to your computer and pairs with your headset. You lose a USB port, but the improved antenna will (probably) help.

Last time I checked (2 years ago?) people were claiming the Android BT-Stack doesn't support sink-mode (receiving audio) source

There is an App for that, but it requires WiFi

What you are describing is a Bluetooth Media Remote.

I have this one by Satechi and mostly love it.

There are other options. A few of which can be soft mounted on a steering wheel/bike handle bars. So you could in theory wear it as a ring.

Bring it up with the seller/vendor and or r/Android.

It is most likely some setting in the phone.

My Satechi reconnects every time without fail.

P.S. I bought that one over the other options because it is rechargeable.

I've never had to recharge it.

The ones that use button cells are more than ok.

Edit: Also, the rubberized coating on the top half is garbage.

Functionally amazing. Build quality leaves much to be desired.

Sony Xm3 and bt transmitter is some generic like this https://www.amazon.com/Avantree-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B07TLHRPDP/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=Bluetooth+transmitter&qid=1599782514&sr=8-9 (it's not exact but I'm pretty sure it's the same thing when it comes to features and descriptions just different brand and cheaper 20-30$)

im using a trust branded bluetooth adapter (i think its this one https://www.amazon.es/Trust-18187-Adaptador-bluetooth-Negro/dp/B006WAIVY4)

And i wanna pair my joy-cons to my pc.

Thank you for taking the time to respond. It is possible to advance the audio on the android tv box that I'm using, though I was hoping not to have to do that with the BT setup. Creative has a BT transmitter (BT-W3) where one can select the codec to use (with the compatible headphones of course which should have aptx-ll enabled if i wanted the lowest latency) but it's designed for the Switch/PS4 (https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Indicator-Selection/dp/B089PYFLBN). Just thinking that it would be nice to have something like that for my TV setup

That does seem to be the case, but it's very strange as so many earphones and headphones do support it, but it's essentially impossible to get it to work on a Windows PC. It seems pretty much exclusive to Apple products and android phones. For example AAC works alright on my Xiaomi Android phone, although to be honest I couldn't tell much difference between SBC and AAC, both sounded pretty good to me. I am mostly fine with how SBC sounds but the delay is said to be a bit better with AAC for stuff like games.

Is there really no way at all to get it working on Windows?

This Nintendo Switch transmitter seems to transmit AAC, people in reviews and some on Reddit do confirm that it's one of the only that can. I'm curious how they got this to work (or if it actually does at all), and if it could also work on PC. I don't really see why it wouldn't as it is just USB based unless it has some Switch specific drivers or something?

Also, this chip does seem to mention AAC, but it doesn't say whether it's for recieve or transmit. Most likely recieve only.

Interesting. That sounds like a serious bluetooth controller. Too bad they don't sell to consumers!

Let me ask you, I found a bluetooth USB dongle on Amazon made by a company called Hideez. I have a Mac and this is the only one made that supports Mac explicitly, that I could find.

The manufacturer claims in the "Answers" section of the Amazon listing that "there are no restrictions on the number of simultaneously connected devices."

If you had to guess, how many connections do you think something like that could handle? Obviously there is some limit on the number of connections. I emailed the company's support a week ago, but they never replied.

check out the Miccus Home RTX 2. Can connect to two bluetooth headphones. It's got good coverage too to cover your apartment

https://www.amazon.com/Miccus-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Receiver-Headphones/dp/B075J4RKGH

To find out the device type, profiles supported and MAC address, use this app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rockfort.bluetoothinfo

If the device supports A2DP or AVRCP profile, its a speaker or if it supports HID profile, it's a keyboard or mouse.

It seems this device can do what you want to do. The remote device connects to and controls a music player via AVRCP, and the music player will stream music to headphones via A2DP.

I don't know a lot about RF transmitters. What do you think of this one?

https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Broadcast-Transmitter-conference-christmas/dp/B075DC75HX/ref=pd_sbs_107_14?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07194M2Z6&pd_rd_r=EG4DCG9BBJPM9EQECDTH&pd_rd_w=5lsgA&pd_rd_wg=BGjCu&refRID=EG4DCG9BBJPM9EQECDTH&th=1

You can buy a few of these, link them up to different devices: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075J4RKGH

To connect multiple, you can use 3.5mm or optical spliters (though, I think this device has pass through for daisy chaining).

Found one, turns on automatically with power from USB or cigaretter lighter from car ignition.

UK and US Amazon links:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00GWGD26A/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/HomeSpot-NFC-enabled-Wireless-Bluetooth-Auto-Reconnect/dp/B00G57CWZ8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1484852288&sr=8-3&keywords=homespot

You might try some bluetooth presenter button (or a selfie button), in combo with disabling the "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power" and enabling "Allow this device to wake the computer". Ideally the clicker will work as a keyboard/mouse press, which will wake your computer. I'm not sure if that'll work w/ sleep/standby though.

You could also find a wireless clicker & connect it to your existing PC power button, or even a hacked USB keyboard. Then it'll definitely wake your PC up. Something along these lines: http://www.amazon.com/Button-Wireless-Control-Receiver-Controller/dp/B00JL3J594

You'd need to find something momentary, not on/off. That might be hard to find.

That's interesting, but I think you're better off finding a wired mic to plug in directly into your phone like this one: Xtenzi Pioneer Car DVD Nvigtion Bluetooth Microphone Mic Assembly CPM1084 CPM1083 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064H6QGA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_K4.hxb3KYNF2P

You won't have to worry about charging a Bluetooth device and figure out how to split the audio.

Thanks for the quick response! :)

The transmitter is like this but I'm not sure if the brand is correct (there are like 10 different brands for the same type of transmitter/receiver). IIRC, the transmitter shows up on an bluetooth device as something like 'node0'.

The speaker is a mint raindrop though I don't know the specific version/model/make.

If my friend has a computer (ie. laptop) with bluetooth - are there any programs that can accomplish what is desired? Or is this a limitation of bluetooth?

Thanks for any ideas you can come up with!

If anyone is interested, I've solved this. Haven't tested everything, but my setup is as follows:

Mounted Escort radar detector to bike via RAM mount, it is powered by a "smart cord" that pairs to the phone via bluetooth and an app. Phone is also mounted on same RAM mount. A switched battery under the RAM platform in a waterproof project box powers the detector and has a USB out for 2.1amp charging of phone if so desired.

In my jacket I have my Shure earphones connected to this bluetooth 4.0 amp.

I'm just using Liztek bluetooth speaker. It's awesome device and easily connect to my phone, iPods. I never facing pairing issues. Try this :) http://www.amazon.com/Liztek-Portable-Bluetooth-Speakerphone-Rechargeable/dp/B00O9PMPPA?keywords=bluetooth+speaker

If you search for "Bluetooth Transmitter" you will find a lot of products. If the speaker's Bluetooth receiver has the AptX codec, you probably also want AptX on the transmitter (although I'm not sure if it matters with a record player).

If you're going to use an 80's record player, it will probably have a MM or MC output, and you will need a pre amp (I have no idea if that one is good) to amplify the MM/MC level to line level. If it's a current player it might have a line output that should be compatible with the Bluetooth transmitter's input.

Sorry, been a bit busy.

The device is either implying wireless, or a microphone.

If it's just wireless, This will give that function to any wired headset.

If it's a microphone This will do the same, as well as a mic for calls.

This is my favorite unit.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M7V3LUG/

It is capable of being either a receiver or a transmitter, and it supports aptX.

But keep in mind, A2DP has a lag, and even aptX isn't real time.

Everyone has different tastes, and it totally depends on your budget.

But I'm absolutely loving my Bluedio R+ Legend set. It actually has 4 drivers on each ear. Totally sounds like a sub. Super loud if you want that. Sounds just like my Klipsch 2.1 speakers but on my head. The default EQ (you can switch between 3 or 4) is very bassy, but if you're not looking for a flat response and enjoy bass music it sounds perfect.

Battery life is good, and my favorite extra feature is that you can load up a micro SD card with music and put it into a slot on the headphones. So even without an audio device you can use it like an ipod shuffle basically.

If that's above your range, I would personally try some other cheaper Bluedio headsets. They seem pretty feature packed while being wayyy cheaper than the comparable name brands.

Beats are just fashion garbage.

Well it uses a diy version of this, it was that or spend $50+ on a phone for work. This was easier. But I appreciate any input you can give!

That's a shame, the headsets should have a factory reset. Make sure you are putting them in search mode before you try pairing them with your devices. Otherwise, go for another pair that might last longer.

I use the EarBuddy, I don't have any wireless over the ear headphones like yours.