Bluetooth Question - Page 2

Tatsfield · Aug 30th, 2020, 18:15

If the buttons are there, it is possible that the loom and connector for the Bluetooth control unit are also there and that you can buy one and plug it in and use VIDA to make any necessary installation adjustments if they are needed. I speak from an experience with a Mitsubushi that was like your car in that it had buttons but no Bluetooth and it was not a difficult job. If it turns out that Volvo handle things differently, I'm sorry to have raised your hopes.

CTCNetwork · Aug 30th, 2020, 18:21

Hi,

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tenalka

Hi I wonder, is there any kind of device i can connect to my audio system in order to use the telephone buttons shown in the images below.

I don’t want to use anything like a Parrot - i think it is called. I am wanting to open up the back of the radio and plug something in.

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I believe those buttons are used for the built in telephone. You may have a sim point in the glove box and may also have a phone handset in your centre console.

Des. . .

xc70awdd5 · Aug 30th, 2020, 19:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tenalka

Hi I wonder, is there any kind of device i can connect to my audio system in order to use the telephone buttons shown in the images below.

I don’t want to use anything like a Parrot - i think it is called. I am wanting to open up the back of the radio and plug something in.

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You don’t have the Bluetooth phone set up installed, no phone buttons on steering wheel, ( I’ve got 2 XC70s, 1 with and 1without phone. I use a cd slot phone holder and an aux lead to 📱 it works ok for me

Tenalka · Aug 31st, 2020, 16:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tatsfield

If the buttons are there, it is possible that the loom and connector for the Bluetooth control unit are also there and that you can buy one and plug it in and use VIDA to make any necessary installation adjustments if they are needed. I speak from an experience with a Mitsubushi that was like your car in that it had buttons but no Bluetooth and it was not a difficult job. If it turns out that Volvo handle things differently, I'm sorry to have raised your hopes.

Not a problem, if this is the case, then what am I looking for what’s it called that I need to buy?

Tatsfield · Aug 31st, 2020, 17:37

Since I posted CTCNetwork posted that these buttons may only work with the obsolete factory fitted built-in cellphone. If that's the case you cannot just retro-fit the Bluetooth Module. You really need to put your VIN into VIDA and see whether it is Bluetooth adaptable. Different models use different part number modules but many are available on ebay if you know the part number that will fit your car.

CTCNetwork · Sep 15th, 2020, 19:13

Hi,

As above, some older (MY2008) cars has a sim slot in the glove-box, aerial connection and a handset in the centre console.

Bluetooth was an option extra and an additional module would have been fitted to the the dash somewhere convenient.

You may be lucky and have the usb cable in the console as well!

Des. . .

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Tatsfield Premier Member Last Online: Today 10:10 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Poole	If the buttons are there, it is possible that the loom and connector for the Bluetooth control unit are also there and that you can buy one and plug it in and use VIDA to make any necessary installation adjustments if they are needed. I speak from an experience with a Mitsubushi that was like your car in that it had buttons but no Bluetooth and it was not a difficult job. If it turns out that Volvo handle things differently, I'm sorry to have raised your hopes. __________________ 2012 XC70 SE Lux Polestar 230 bhp D5 Auto Oyster Grey

Aug 31st, 2020, 17:37	#15
Tatsfield Premier Member Last Online: Today 10:10 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Poole	Since I posted CTCNetwork posted that these buttons may only work with the obsolete factory fitted built-in cellphone. If that's the case you cannot just retro-fit the Bluetooth Module. You really need to put your VIN into VIDA and see whether it is Bluetooth adaptable. Different models use different part number modules but many are available on ebay if you know the part number that will fit your car. __________________ 2012 XC70 SE Lux Polestar 230 bhp D5 Auto Oyster Grey

Sep 15th, 2020, 19:13	#16
CTCNetwork Forum Support Team Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Liège, Belgium View Photos By: CTCNetwork	Hi, As above, some older (MY2008) cars has a sim slot in the glove-box, aerial connection and a handset in the centre console. Bluetooth was an option extra and an additional module would have been fitted to the the dash somewhere convenient. You may be lucky and have the usb cable in the console as well! Des. . . __________________ Density:- Not just a measurement ~ It's a whole way of Life.! ! ! I drive a Volvo, Please Don't Get In My Way! OldVolvos4Ever He shows up. People die. He vanishes. People should not be afraid of their governments. "He'll deliver more justice in a weekend than 10 years of your Governments should be afraid of their people... "V" courts & tribunals. Just stay out of his way." "I plan to."

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