🎶 Elevate Your Audio Game!
The August Bluetooth Transmitter Receiver 5.0 Hifi Adapter MR280 is a versatile 2-in-1 device that allows you to seamlessly switch between transmitting and receiving audio wirelessly. Compatible with various audio inputs including 3.5mm, Optical, and RCA, it delivers high-fidelity sound with ultra-low latency. The multipoint function enables connection to two devices at once, making it perfect for shared listening experiences. Its user-friendly LCD display ensures easy navigation and control.
C**S
Good accessories, instructions and extremely straight forward to use.
I have updated this to 5 stars as my only complaint was pairing 2 devices and only having one. To pair 2 they must both be in pairing mode together and then both be paired, not have 1 paired and synced and then attempt to pair the second.I have previously used a different blue tooth item which I did not like. This one is very good.Pro's.There is a screen which states 'Searching', 'Rx', TX' and such like. You can use the device as not only a receiver but also a transmitter and as a bridge to connect devices.Once you pair an item you can turn the paired device, or the unit off and upon turning back on the connection is instant. This is really good.Initial pairing is very reliable (I have done so a number of times).It come with USB to USB-B, RCA to 3.5mm, Optical to Optical and 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable all of decent quality. If for example you use 3.5 to 3.5 you may choose to go gold plated top quality but for the cost of this item I found the included cables very good!.Con's,I dont find it possible to add 2 sets of headphones. My first set are paired. I then enter the 'multi' mode where it drops the connection to the 1st pair and finds the second pair. 1st pair acknowledges Blue tooth off. I believe the device itself may be able to handle 2 devices however the 1st device upon dropping signal will drop out. Personally I would not say the device itself is incapable of pairing 2 devices, but the paired devices wont pair as the BT Device will drop out when you try to add second.For reference I am1). BT Connecting Sony WH1000MX3 (Modern Blue Tooth).2). Entering 'Multi' connection.2.1). Sony's instantly drop out.3). Air Pods are displayed.I have also attempted to sync 2 devices (Air Pods and Sony) at the same time and this also does not work.It is good being able to see on the display what is going to sync and good being able to select what will sync however I do not believe that devices are capable of syncing with the unit dropping the Bluetooth whilst attempting to 'multi'.For reference I am:Inputting 3.5mm to 3.5mm CD player to BT Device.Receiving via BT.Very impressed with sound quality.I would award 5 stars if the device was projecting to 2 devices. I am sure the device itself can handle 2 devices but as stated (Its hard to explain) with device 1 BT Connected and entering 'Multi' there is an interruption to BT1 whilst BT2 comes on which results in BT1 dropping and only BT connecting 1 OR 2.Notes:It is very handy having the volume control which works well.The display is clear and good.Instructions are good. Pairing a single device is easy.I do sometimes note upon turn on it states 'searching' but is actually not. You need to push the pair button where upon it will pair, quickly and efficiently.I would want some reassurance this works with 2 devices if this is important to you as I have not been able to connect 2 devices despite trying.Note: This is not battery powered it is plugged in. It is only plugged in via a USB-C cable so if you wanted to use occasionally on back up then a power bank could be used, you don't need mains.Good product but I am disappointed it will not link 2 devices.
D**.
Works well
Used as a receiver.Bought to use Deezer music over a Marantz 6006 amp and Mission quad speakers.I chose this unit because of the optical connections, display screen and pause button.Once connected it paired to my Moto G73 in seconds and was playing Devilskin in under 2 mins. The sound quality seems to be excellent, volume can be controlled with the rotary knob (as well as phone and amp) , pause and play button in the centre of the knob works well. There is a blue LED ring surrounding the knob , it's a bit bright so might have to cover it at night, or turn it off while watching telly. The screen backlight dimms out completely after a few mins, pity the knob one doesn't dim a little.It comes with an optical lead, 3.5 lead, and 3.5 to RCA so connection options are good, though it would have saved on price and materials if supplied without these as I already had these.Yet to try the bypas connection, which might save an optical amp input by plugging in the TV output. Transmit function also not tried yet, depends on the latency for watching TV with headphones on. I might update the review once it's tested.Overall this unit works as intended, so will have a greater choice of media to play on my sound system.
A**R
Very good
Easy to set up, does the job. Can now listen to my old hifi / CD player through smart speakers.
H**D
Looks the part but fails on every level
connected fine and works well with just one speaker connected (but that is not the point of this device!). Connect a second and that second speaker will play intermittently & thereby void the reason you bought it. Better to try a more expensive version knowing that if it doesn't work you can get a refund, but there may be a chance it'd work better. Mine is now winging its way back to Amazon for a refund.
M**E
Good but drops out occasionally
Good but drops out occasionally. Sounds good and easy to pair
G**M
Good sound and build quality
Does what I expected and more. Not only a transmitter but also a receiver, so perfect for Bluetooth headphones. Amplification and sound quality is surprisingly good when using my iPhone for sites such as YouTube, Spotify and Tubidy. Would definitely recommend if your looking for a compact, aesthetically pleasing surprisingly punchy (if used with good amp) Bluetooth receiver/ transmitter.
A**R
Great piece of kit!
Easy to set up, works with two sets of AirPods. Comes with micro to usb plug and lead
S**.
Bluetooth disconnects if you move too far away and requires manual intervention to reconnect.
The product does exactly what the literature says however, if you break the bluetooth link for just a short time, it doesn't reconnect (when you return) without pressing buttons.I would have thought auto reconnect would have been far more seemless.
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