Galaxy S5: Bluetooth Issue

[gavindilkes]

Hi. I have just unboxed my Galaxy S5 (on o2) and was hoping that this Bluetooth issue that I was previously having with my S3 would have gone, but it hasn't.

Basically, I can connect to just about anything other than my car. When I try and connect to my car, it recognises the connection, asked for the pass code, says it is connected, but then nothing happens.

This issue is related to making and receiving calls in the car through the hands free system.

I know the issue isn't the car though, as I have tried various different handsets ,and they all work. Just not my old S3 or this new S5.

Any ideas or suggestions?

My car is a BMW 325Ci E46.

It is just so frustrating as I have to remember my little Jabra Arrow everytime (sounds minor) but when you've not needed it for over 5 years, it gets frustrating.

Thanks in advance.

Gavin

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Welcome to the forums.
I am curious if it is the music app. Can you try a different one?

 

[gavindilkes]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Try a different what?

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Try a different what?

Music application. Like PowerAmp.

 

[gavindilkes]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

I see. The car system doesn't allow for music files to be played. The issue I am having is related to making and receiving calls.

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

I see. The car system doesn't allow for music files to be played. The issue I am having is related to making and receiving calls.

My apologies. I missed that part of your post. As for this issue, I don't know what to suggest for a fix.

From a Liquid Nexus 5

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

I am trying to recruit some help.

 

[gavindilkes]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Thank You. It is so annoying and frustrating. I feel like an ***** driving with this thing in my ear!

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

I know this may seem rather redundant, but this might work: GOgroove FlexSMART X3 Bluetooth FM Transmitter with Enhanced Clarity Technology for Wireless Handsfree Calling , Audio / Music Playback , and USB Charging in Your Car or Vehicle ** Includes Micro USB Charger & 3.5mm Audio Cables! **:Amazon:Electronic

 

[gavindilkes]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Yeah I have seen those. I just want it to work without any other devices. The car supports bluetooth calling and so cannot really understand why there is a problem.

 

[davidnc]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Thank You. It is so annoying and frustrating. I feel like an ***** driving with this thing in my ear!

Hi,Lets back track a little bit . I am assuming that under settings>bluetooth that its showing its paired under "Paired Devices"? Also when you tap on that little box to the right of the devices name does it show under Profiles that phone audio is checked?
You are trying to connect to your car stereo ? Also I assume that on your car stereo under phone settings : It shows that the phone is ready ?

 

[sirmaru]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Go to the BMW site and look up compatible bluetooth phones. Samsung Galaxy may NOT be included.

If that is the case, you can borrow a compatible bluetooth phone or use a retained older phone, temporarily import the required address book and then download them to your car phone system.

I use the Uconnect system from Chrysler and it's manual states that previously downloaded phone numbers are NOT deleted even if one deletes the paired device. My system only allows 32 names with up to four phone numbers for each name.

Thus, in my case my phone numbers should be retained from my old phone even if Galaxy S5 is not supported.

My system also allows manual entry of phone numbers to the Uconnect system using voice commands. Your system may do the same. Deletions and editing also must be done through voice commands.

Its possible you could pair the phone just to make and receive calls but not be able to download the phone numbers. If that is the case, just enter the numbers manually to the car system.

 

[jasoraso]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

You may also want to check with the dealer to see if there is a software update to their bluetooth system.

 

[gavindilkes]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Thanks Sirmaru. The Galaxy is supported as my old S3 used to work (before Kitkat). I think this is an 'Android' issue, but not sure if anyone else is having the same problem, or if there is a work around,

 

[gavindilkes]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Hi David. Yes and Yes. The phone connects to the car (at first). The car even asks if it is OK to import contacts. That all works fine. The problem comes when I start the car again (after pairing). It connects for a second or two, and then disconnects. And does this constantly.

 

[sirmaru]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Thanks Sirmaru. The Galaxy is supported as my old S3 used to work (before Kitkat). I think this is an 'Android' issue, but not sure if anyone else is having the same problem, or if there is a work around,

Does BMW use the UConnect Phone System? If so, then you have the same system as me. My phone is coming from Amazon and I use ATT. I should receive my S5 by next Tuesday. It may be that some functions will work and some will not.

Its possible you can make and receive calls but just cannot import the phone numbers from the S5.

I just brought my car to the dealer for an oil change and annual services. They had to do three flash updates to my software. You may need the same flash updates.

 

[davidnc]

Re: Galaxy s% Bluetooth Issue

Hi David. Yes and Yes. The phone connects to the car (at first). The car even asks if it is OK to import contacts. That all works fine. The problem comes when I start the car again (after pairing). It connects for a second or two, and then disconnects. And does this constantly.

Have you tried re- pairing I fiqured you have but had to ask.?

 

[Fr0gburp3r]

I had this problem with my S4. Do you have Google Voice linked to that phone? If so, try unlinking your Google Voice number from making or receiving calls on the phone. It worked for me.

 

[sirmaru]

I had this problem with my S4. Do you have Google Voice linked to that phone? If so, try unlinking your Google Voice number from making or receiving calls on the phone. It worked for me.

What is Google Voice?

 

[Fr0gburp3r]

What is Google Voice?

http://www.google.com/googlevoice/about.html