My install Parrot Mki9200 :)

0507448n · 24th August 2009, 12:42

Just got Parrot Hands Free Kit installed by connectmy car.com (sub branch of Carphone Warehouse) and I must say I am really really happy with result. The hands free kit is really good; loud and clear. But the real bonus is the mp3 connections. Not only do u get ipod connectivity but usb and other types of connections and it plays through the car speakers (none of the radio frequency rubbish). Overall, the system has been designed really well and really easy to use.

Installation is top draw. The guy came to my house and the completed the job in just less than an hour (nice guy too

and the result looks top quality.

So if you want a hands free kit or even just ipod connection, this is a must buy.

But, word of warning, I went to a Carphone Warehouse store and the guy said it would cost £270 excluding the SOT leads (which u definitely need). So I went online to connectmycar.com and the price was £220 including all leads, installation etc (weird since they are owned by CW)

Overall 10/10

Unlight · 25th August 2009, 15:36

Looks like a nice install. Will have to get this ordered myself!

bonzo · 25th August 2009, 16:32

I don't want dampen your joy, but the i9200 is not without it's problems, even the guy that fitted mine said this.

I have had a couple myself,,,the most annoying one has been that the unit just freezes when you are driving along and nothing you can do about it, you have to turn off the ignition to reset it,, I went on to the parrot forum and it seems listening to others this is a problem.

Also if you intend to use the SD card that is built into the unit for playing music this is not without it's problems.

But I will agree with you that the handsfree speech is A1.

mihanfang · 26th August 2009, 02:29

Thanks for your posting, it's great entertainment system. I will keep it. Nice days

0507448n · 26th August 2009, 04:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by bonzo

I don't want dampen your joy, but the i9200 is not without it's problems, even the guy that fitted mine said this.

I have had a couple myself,,,the most annoying one has been that the unit just freezes when you are driving along and nothing you can do about it, you have to turn off the ignition to reset it,, I went on to the parrot forum and it seems listening to others this is a problem.

Also if you intend to use the SD card that is built into the unit for playing music this is not without it's problems.

But I will agree with you that the handsfree speech is A1.

i agree but compared to other systems (even the original Honda ipod & bluetooth), nothing can touch it for price and quality !!

jasonmills1980 · 28th August 2009, 20:25

Mine is ordered and set for installation on Wednesday after collecting my 56 plate Civic today - love the car, and hopefully will love the parrot just as much!

TypeSGT4ME · 29th August 2009, 00:54

Had one fitted too other day, is a really good piece of kit for the money!

ballisma · 29th August 2009, 13:03

Off topic
Do those slippers say Harrods?!!

0507448n · 30th August 2009, 10:58

lol no, hawaii, was on holiday there .....

AndyCiv · 8th September 2009, 13:42

Nice job - looking at getting one myself.

Just to let anyone know who's looking at getting one, just been down to Halfords (today) and they have the whole thing for £220 too including additional leads and fitting. The only thing was, the guys there hadn't done one before in a Civic, so may give it a go myself just for the crack! If I do, I'll post up some pics of the process.

jonno7074 · 8th September 2009, 16:22

i am also looking to get one of these also as i feel it would be better than the aux socket i have in my 09 reg civic, I take it these also charge your ipod etc and control the ipod via the standard radio or the parrot itself? Also feel the bluetooth part of it would be advantagous because of my disability and the use of having only my left hand to use properly

How much extra for the box that would allow the steering wheel controls to work with it?

the one concern i have is fitting and then taking out and refitting again I say this because my civic is a motability car and on a 3 year lease so it will go back in august 2012 and therefore obviously i need to remove it again and take ity with me to next car

I know i could get halfords or carphone warehouse to fit it but removal and refit is the concern or do i look at other options for me to get better ipod connectivity.

I have thought about this, the honda ipod adaper, the dice and the dension anyone have any thoughts for me and the best option

0507448n · 8th September 2009, 23:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonno7074

i am also looking to get one of these also as i feel it would be better than the aux socket i have in my 09 reg civic, I take it these also charge your ipod etc and control the ipod via the standard radio or the parrot itself? Also feel the bluetooth part of it would be advantagous because of my disability and the use of having only my left hand to use properly

How much extra for the box that would allow the steering wheel controls to work with it?

the one concern i have is fitting and then taking out and refitting again I say this because my civic is a motability car and on a 3 year lease so it will go back in august 2012 and therefore obviously i need to remove it again and take ity with me to next car

I know i could get halfords or carphone warehouse to fit it but removal and refit is the concern or do i look at other options for me to get better ipod connectivity.

I have thought about this, the honda ipod adaper, the dice and the dension anyone have any thoughts for me and the best option

To be honest jonno7074, i bought the parrot because of the ipod connectivity. To me the bluetooth was a bonus and the system is very very good. No, the controls are through the remote that comes with the parrot so the car controls are useless with the ipod. But yes, u can buy the box that allows u the control ** ipod from the controls on ** steering wheel. I think its 50 quid.

djw1cked · 9th September 2009, 02:02

Does the parrot steering wheel mount allow you to change ipod tracks?

0507448n · 9th September 2009, 16:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by djw1cked

Does the parrot steering wheel mount allow you to change ipod tracks?

yes, the control thats comes with the parrot system allows u to do all thing with ipod.

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25th August 2009, 15:36	#2 (permalink)
Unlight Join Date: 28th September 2006 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 90 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (1)	Looks like a nice install. Will have to get this ordered myself!

25th August 2009, 16:32	#3 (permalink)
bonzo Supporter Join Date: 19th June 2007 Location: Bristol Posts: 198 Thanks: 17 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts iTrader: (0)	I don't want dampen your joy, but the i9200 is not without it's problems, even the guy that fitted mine said this. I have had a couple myself,,,the most annoying one has been that the unit just freezes when you are driving along and nothing you can do about it, you have to turn off the ignition to reset it,, I went on to the parrot forum and it seems listening to others this is a problem. Also if you intend to use the SD card that is built into the unit for playing music this is not without it's problems. But I will agree with you that the handsfree speech is A1.

26th August 2009, 02:29	#4 (permalink)
mihanfang Join Date: 29th April 2009 Location: London Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Thanks for your posting, it's great entertainment system. I will keep it. Nice days

28th August 2009, 20:25	#6 (permalink)
jasonmills1980 Join Date: 28th August 2009 Location: Birmingham, UK Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Mine is ordered and set for installation on Wednesday after collecting my 56 plate Civic today - love the car, and hopefully will love the parrot just as much!

29th August 2009, 00:54	#7 (permalink)
TypeSGT4ME Supporter Join Date: 23rd August 2008 Location: Staffordshire, UK Posts: 151 Thanks: 18 Thanked 10 Times in 10 Posts iTrader: (1)	Had one fitted too other day, is a really good piece of kit for the money!

29th August 2009, 13:03	#8 (permalink)
ballisma Join Date: 27th May 2009 Location: LONDON Posts: 371 Thanks: 17 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts iTrader: (0)	Off topic Do those slippers say Harrods?!!

30th August 2009, 10:58	#9 (permalink)
0507448n The quest for perfection! Thread starter Car: 57 1.8 sport Join Date: 24th September 2008 Location: Ayrshire Posts: 645 Thanks: 11 Thanked 24 Times in 24 Posts iTrader: (4)	lol no, hawaii, was on holiday there .....

8th September 2009, 13:42	#10 (permalink)
AndyCiv Join Date: 7th September 2009 Location: Sussex, UK Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Nice job - looking at getting one myself. Just to let anyone know who's looking at getting one, just been down to Halfords (today) and they have the whole thing for £220 too including additional leads and fitting. The only thing was, the guys there hadn't done one before in a Civic, so may give it a go myself just for the crack! If I do, I'll post up some pics of the process.

8th September 2009, 16:22	#11 (permalink)
jonno7074 Supporter Car: 2009 1.4 SE Sapphire Blue Join Date: 4th April 2009 Location: tenby Posts: 20 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	i am also looking to get one of these also as i feel it would be better than the aux socket i have in my 09 reg civic, I take it these also charge your ipod etc and control the ipod via the standard radio or the parrot itself? Also feel the bluetooth part of it would be advantagous because of my disability and the use of having only my left hand to use properly How much extra for the box that would allow the steering wheel controls to work with it? the one concern i have is fitting and then taking out and refitting again I say this because my civic is a motability car and on a 3 year lease so it will go back in august 2012 and therefore obviously i need to remove it again and take ity with me to next car I know i could get halfords or carphone warehouse to fit it but removal and refit is the concern or do i look at other options for me to get better ipod connectivity. I have thought about this, the honda ipod adaper, the dice and the dension anyone have any thoughts for me and the best option

9th September 2009, 02:02	#13 (permalink)
djw1cked Join Date: 8th June 2009 Location: london Posts: 11 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: (0)	Does the parrot steering wheel mount allow you to change ipod tracks?