Parrot has 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 or iTouch, 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.
Advanced Features for Added Convenience Wireless Remote: The MKi kits are all equipped with a wireless RF remote control that can be placed either on the steering wheel or dash board to give drivers the fingertip control they need in order to keep their eyes on the road and hands on the wheel. The RF remote controls both the main functions of phone system and music player. The Parrot MKi9100 displays caller I.D., the phone contact list and basic music playlist, while the larger-screen of the Parrot MKi9200 displays this information plus CD album covers and the caller's photo (if uploaded). The displays are removable as an anti-theft measure.
Easy-to-use, automatic phone connection/synchronization: First-time set-up and use is a snap. Simply pair your Bluetooth cellphone with the device, and wait a few seconds while your phone book is automatically uploaded to the MKi kit.Then, to make a call, simply push the green button on the remote control to start voice recognition. The device will ask "Who do you want to call?" Say your contact's name, and without any prior "training" process, the MKi system will recognize the name you want to call. If your contact has several phones listed, the MKi will ask you to specify cellphone, business, home, etc. With the MKi's advanced user-independent voice recognition, you don't have to create "voice tags" to enjoy the convenience of true hands-free voice-control of the device. And, the voice synthesis function (text-to-speech) "speaks" your contact names and helps you easily browse your phonebook.
Once set up, the next time you enter your car, the Parrot MKi system will automatically connect 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. Installation and compatibility 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.