Parrot unveils MKi9100 and MKi9200 iPhone compatible Bluetooth car “music kits”

Posted by james on November 5th, 2008 at 11:12am Comments

Parrot unveiled its new MKi line of premium hands-free Bluetooth “music kits” with iPod/iPhone/MP3 integration that allow drivers to make and take calls hands-free while giving them the option to play their digital music files through the vehicle sound system using virtually any method they prefer: iPod/iPhone connector, USB plug for MP3s, 3.5 mm input analog jack or streaming music wirelessly via Bluetooth stereo (A2DP).

The MKi series comprises the Parrot MKi9100 and the Parrot MKi9200, both of which have plugs for an iPod, iPhone and iPod Touch, along with USB and traditional analog music devices. Both of these professionally installed car kits feature the latest phone communication technology, plus built-in 20-watt amplifier and multi-connectivity for music. And both display the cell phone contact list and playlists, which are controlled by a wireless remote. In addition, the user interface of the MKi9200 also has an SD and SD-HC compatible card slot that provides up to 32 GB of music.

Once set up, the next time you enter your car, the Parrot MKi system will automatically connect to your phone when you turn on the ignition. And, the MKi will also automatically synchronize your phone’s contacts and phone numbers with the MKi’s phonebook each time a new entry is detected.

The MKi utilizes the fast Parrot’s P5+ chip running at 200 MIPS which enables USB functionality, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR, etc. This also allows fast digital signal processing (DSP) for improved noise and echo cancellation and “cleaner” audio, along with “spatial effects” and virtual super bass for a fuller, richer sound — even with existing car speakers. It also allows the user to browse the phone book while listening to music without experiencing audio gaps or “breaks” in the sound.

The MKi features new user-independent voice recognition software which eliminates having to create “voice tags” in order to have voice control of phone functions. In addition, new noise-reduction and echo-cancellation software featured in the MKi series and a unique external double microphone combine to eliminate unwanted exterior and in-car ambient noise, while isolating the driver’s voice for clear, echo-free conversations.

The Parrot MKi system can be easily installed in all vehicles and is designed to be compatible with virtually all Bluetooth devices and mobile phones. The Parrot MKi series will be available in U.S. retailers beginning late in the fourth quarter. It will also be available from www.parrotshopping.com. The retail price of the Parrot MKi9100 and the Parrot MKi9200 will be $249.99 and $299.99, respectively.

 

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