Bluetooth issues

alexk_e90 · 10-11-2005, 04:33 PM

Has anyone seen the following issues when using their bluetooth? I have a Razr V3 upgraded with the latest firmware and saw these issues on both the old and the new firmware for my phone.

1. Car's Bluetooth connection shows call in session but phone indicates call failed. Only way to reset this is either disable bluetooth on your phone (causing the car to disconnect) or making a call and hanging up normally
2. Car's Bluetooth connection to phone seperates/disconnects when you don't answer an incoming call while on a call already. You have to go to your phone and disable the bluetooth and reconnect it to turn it back on. When using a bluetooth headset I only get a beep on the headset, but it never disconnects like the car does.
3. When using voice activated dialling with the bluetooth, the car momentarily (sometimes) unmutes the stereo after saying "yes" to dialing a particular person, but before making the call.

I suspect these are all bugs in the car's bluetooth software, but was curious if other people are seeing the same problem with their phones. BTW, I also had issues 1 & 3 with my Motorola V551. Never noticed issue 2.

alexk_e90 · 11-09-2005, 05:22 PM

Just got my car back from the dealer in attempt to getting this fixed. Evidently BMW knows about the issues, but doesn't have a fix yet. Stay tuned and I'll let you know when I see a fix.

puck724 · 11-09-2005, 05:40 PM

i ahve the razr too and havent encountered any of those problmes yet...hopefully i wont have to. let us know.

alexk_e90 · 11-09-2005, 05:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by puck724

i ahve the razr too and havent encountered any of those problmes yet...hopefully i wont have to. let us know.

What SW version and flex are you using? Press *#9999# and it should tell you.

I'm running SW R374_G_OE_42.08R, Flex GWMV3MYCIN01NA0F5

puck724 · 11-09-2005, 08:25 PM

#9999# didnt do anything. im with t-mobile. does that make a differance?

alexk_e90 · 11-09-2005, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by puck724

#9999# didnt do anything. im with t-mobile. does that make a differance?

Make sure you do *#9999#

puck724 · 11-09-2005, 11:36 PM

ok SW- R374_G_OE.40.9ER

Flex-GSMV3xxTMB01NA0BC

06graphite · 11-10-2005, 06:52 AM

Guys, I've got a RAZR and I'm experiencing issue #1 as well as something else.

Occassionally I have to drive to one of my work's other locations for the day. It's about 1.5 hours each way. I've noticed that after being in the car for a total of 3 hours, the battery is really low. To the point where the phone is warning me about t a low battery.

So, here are my questions:
1) Has anyone else experienced this?
2) How do I get the latest firmware installed on my phone?

My SW/Felx versions are: R374_g_0E.40.57R Flex: GSMv3xxVIN01NA04E

charln · 11-10-2005, 10:31 AM

Hi Guys, I have the RAZR and have also experienced #1 and #3.

I don't talk much, yet I have to recharge my phone at least once a day!

My version -
S/W: R374_G_0E.40.79R
Flex: SE8607AXXT1088 - 2.0.2.3.2.2.0.16.0.0.1.0.1.0.0.Z.6.H.13.0

Can we download the latest S/W or Flex from the net?

alexk_e90 · 11-10-2005, 06:37 PM

Upgrading your phones S/W flex can be done easily if you can get the SW. Go to http://www.motomodders.net/ to learn how. Then your only trick is getting the SW to do it.

Note: if you do this wrong you could be buying a new razr out of pocket. So make sure you follow the directions and understand the risk.

alexk_e90 · 11-10-2005, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 06graphite

Guys, I've got a RAZR and I'm experiencing issue #1 as well as something else.

Occassionally I have to drive to one of my work's other locations for the day. It's about 1.5 hours each way. I've noticed that after being in the car for a total of 3 hours, the battery is really low. To the point where the phone is warning me about t a low battery.

So, here are my questions:
1) Has anyone else experienced this?
2) How do I get the latest firmware installed on my phone?

My SW/Felx versions are: R374_g_0E.40.57R Flex: GSMv3xxVIN01NA04E

Low battery isn't surprising if your using your bluetooth signal that much. Remember its a second radio transmitter that will add to the consumption of your battery. Newer SW revs have had reports that they manage battery usage better, but over time you will see this. BTW, I haven't noticed that much better battery life with the latest revs.

My recommendation is to just get a car charger. New battery might help for a couple of months, but the car charger will keep your phone going.

06graphite · 11-11-2005, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alexk_e90

Low battery isn't surprising if your using your bluetooth signal that much. Remember its a second radio transmitter that will add to the consumption of your battery. Newer SW revs have had reports that they manage battery usage better, but over time you will see this. BTW, I haven't noticed that much better battery life with the latest revs.

My recommendation is to just get a car charger. New battery might help for a couple of months, but the car charger will keep your phone going.

I agree that using bluetooth places more drain on the battery, but it's not like I'm on the phone for that long. It's really just being in the car for 2 hours a day that will kill the battery....

I called Cingular the other day and they suggested I take the phone to a Cingular store to have the firmware upgraded. I'll try that today...

alexk_e90 · 11-11-2005, 10:38 AM

06graphite,
I would suggest going after the upgrade too. the SW rev you have is quite old. Plus there are some new features enabled with the later revs for your phone.

06graphite · 11-11-2005, 02:05 PM

alex, et al.

I just got off the phone w/ Cingular and Motorola. They both said I've got the latest version of the software...

i know puck is with t-mobile. who are you with? when did you get your phones (I got mine in december 2004)?

alexk_e90 · 11-11-2005, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 06graphite

alex, et al.

I just got off the phone w/ Cingular and Motorola. They both said I've got the latest version of the software...

i know puck is with t-mobile. who are you with? when did you get your phones (I got mine in december 2004)?

I have Cingular. I just upgraded my phone today to
R374_G_OE_42.09R, Flex GWMV3MYCIN01NA0F5

The latest SW rev is R374_G_OE_42.09R. Flex varies per provider.

lumbergh · 11-12-2005, 03:06 PM

Alexk_e90,

I have the exact same problems.

With the phone updates does it fix the issues?

Thanks

alexk_e90 · 11-12-2005, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lumbergh

Alexk_e90,

I have the exact same problems.

With the phone updates does it fix the issues?

Thanks

No. My understanding from BMW is they know of the issues and the latest SW upgrade for the car may have fixed it. So far, the problem still exists. At least item 2 still does. Haven't tested the others as of recently.

NBRider88 · 11-12-2005, 11:15 PM

I Have T-Mobile and bought my Razor V3 about 2 weeks ago. This is what my phone says...

S/W Version:

R374_G_OE.42.09R

Flex Version:

G3MV3xxTMBO1NA106 - .......0.L

H/W Version:

SJUG0161FA

alexk_e90 · 11-17-2005, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NBRider88

I Have T-Mobile and bought my Razor V3 about 2 weeks ago. This is what my phone says...

S/W Version:

R374_G_OE.42.09R

Flex Version:

G3MV3xxTMBO1NA106 - .......0.L

H/W Version:

SJUG0161FA

42.09 is about the latest version you can get.

06graphite · 11-18-2005, 06:42 AM

so alex,

any hints / help on getting my phone up to the latest version?

alexk_e90 · 11-18-2005, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 06graphite

so alex,

any hints / help on getting my phone up to the latest version?

Upgrading your phones S/W flex can be done easily if you can get the SW. Go to http://www.motomodders.net/ to learn how. Then your only trick is getting the SW to do it. Try google. Details are in the how-to guides at motomodders.net

Note: if you do this wrong you could be buying a new razr out of pocket. So make sure you follow the directions and understand the risk.

lschweitzer · 11-19-2005, 10:32 AM

I have a Blackberry 7290. When first starting out the day, the phone pairs to my 2006 325i. When I shut the car off, and then turn it on again, the 2 don't pair up. If I wait several hours and try, it will pair. I had the same problem with an HP IPAQ 6315. I had my software updated mid September. Any ideas? I can't understand why it works when the car is 'cold' but won't pair repeatedly.

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alexk_e90 New Member 1 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2006 330i ZSP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	Bluetooth issues Has anyone seen the following issues when using their bluetooth? I have a Razr V3 upgraded with the latest firmware and saw these issues on both the old and the new firmware for my phone. 1. Car's Bluetooth connection shows call in session but phone indicates call failed. Only way to reset this is either disable bluetooth on your phone (causing the car to disconnect) or making a call and hanging up normally 2. Car's Bluetooth connection to phone seperates/disconnects when you don't answer an incoming call while on a call already. You have to go to your phone and disable the bluetooth and reconnect it to turn it back on. When using a bluetooth headset I only get a beep on the headset, but it never disconnects like the car does. 3. When using voice activated dialling with the bluetooth, the car momentarily (sometimes) unmutes the stereo after saying "yes" to dialing a particular person, but before making the call. I suspect these are all bugs in the car's bluetooth software, but was curious if other people are seeing the same problem with their phones. BTW, I also had issues 1 & 3 with my Motorola V551. Never noticed issue 2.
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alexk_e90 New Member 1 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2006 330i ZSP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	Just got my car back from the dealer in attempt to getting this fixed. Evidently BMW knows about the issues, but doesn't have a fix yet. Stay tuned and I'll let you know when I see a fix.
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puck724 COLTS 4 LIFE!!! 99 Rep 1,746 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: california iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	i ahve the razr too and havent encountered any of those problmes yet...hopefully i wont have to. let us know. __________________ 2006 330i --sapphire black--black leather --alumminum trim --premium package --cold weather package --park distace control --automatic transmission --navigation with iDrive
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puck724 COLTS 4 LIFE!!! 99 Rep 1,746 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: california iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	#9999# didnt do anything. im with t-mobile. does that make a differance? __________________ 2006 330i --sapphire black--black leather --alumminum trim --premium package --cold weather package --park distace control --automatic transmission --navigation with iDrive
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06graphite Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 226 Posts Drives: '07 328xi Coupe Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Plainville, MA iTrader: (0)	Guys, I've got a RAZR and I'm experiencing issue #1 as well as something else. Occassionally I have to drive to one of my work's other locations for the day. It's about 1.5 hours each way. I've noticed that after being in the car for a total of 3 hours, the battery is really low. To the point where the phone is warning me about t a low battery. So, here are my questions: 1) Has anyone else experienced this? 2) How do I get the latest firmware installed on my phone? My SW/Felx versions are: R374_g_0E.40.57R Flex: GSMv3xxVIN01NA04E
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charln Enlisted Member 3 Rep 48 Posts Drives: E90 325i Join Date: May 2005 Location: South Africa iTrader: (0)	Hi Guys, I have the RAZR and have also experienced #1 and #3. I don't talk much, yet I have to recharge my phone at least once a day! My version - S/W: R374_G_0E.40.79R Flex: SE8607AXXT1088 - 2.0.2.3.2.2.0.16.0.0.1.0.1.0.0.Z.6.H.13.0 Can we download the latest S/W or Flex from the net?
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alexk_e90 New Member 1 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2006 330i ZSP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	Upgrading your phones S/W flex can be done easily if you can get the SW. Go to http://www.motomodders.net/ to learn how. Then your only trick is getting the SW to do it. Note: if you do this wrong you could be buying a new razr out of pocket. So make sure you follow the directions and understand the risk.
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alexk_e90 New Member 1 Rep 27 Posts Drives: 2006 330i ZSP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	06graphite, I would suggest going after the upgrade too. the SW rev you have is quite old. Plus there are some new features enabled with the later revs for your phone.
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06graphite Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 226 Posts Drives: '07 328xi Coupe Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Plainville, MA iTrader: (0)	alex, et al. I just got off the phone w/ Cingular and Motorola. They both said I've got the latest version of the software... i know puck is with t-mobile. who are you with? when did you get your phones (I got mine in december 2004)?
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11-12-2005, 03:06 PM	#16
lumbergh Private 2 Rep 54 Posts Drives: BMW 325i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: TX iTrader: (0)	Alexk_e90, I have the exact same problems. With the phone updates does it fix the issues? Thanks
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NBRider88 I gave her my heart, she gave me crabs 20 Rep 143 Posts Drives: 06' 330i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: OC :] iTrader: (2)	I Have T-Mobile and bought my Razor V3 about 2 weeks ago. This is what my phone says... S/W Version: R374_G_OE.42.09R Flex Version: G3MV3xxTMBO1NA106 - .......0.L H/W Version: SJUG0161FA __________________
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11-18-2005, 06:42 AM	#20
06graphite Second Lieutenant 13 Rep 226 Posts Drives: '07 328xi Coupe Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Plainville, MA iTrader: (0)	so alex, any hints / help on getting my phone up to the latest version?
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11-19-2005, 10:32 AM	#22
lschweitzer Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Plainview NY iTrader: (0)	I have a Blackberry 7290. When first starting out the day, the phone pairs to my 2006 325i. When I shut the car off, and then turn it on again, the 2 don't pair up. If I wait several hours and try, it will pair. I had the same problem with an HP IPAQ 6315. I had my software updated mid September. Any ideas? I can't understand why it works when the car is 'cold' but won't pair repeatedly.
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