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The Sony MEX-BT3700 is a head unit with a 1-line LCD display and a front USB 1-wire for iPhone, iPod, Walkman, and other music players. It has a detachable faceplate which is a great feature for theft prevention - removing the faceplate and putting it into the glove compartment will deter casual theft and breakins to the car. It is ready for satellite radio, HD radio and iPod control. It has rear/sub selectable pre-outs, front auxilary input, 2-volt front and EQ3 stage 2. The Sony MEX-BT3700 has profile support for HPF, A2DP and AVRCP. It has bluetooth audio streaming functionality and hands-free calling.
MSRP $200.00
Release date February, 2009
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Features
- Front USB input
- 1-line LCD display
- Detachable faceplate
- HPF, A2DP, and AVRCP Profile Support
- Satellite Radio Ready
- HD Radio Ready
- iPod control ready
- EQ3 State 2
- 2-volt front
- Rear/Sub Selectable Pre-outs
- Front Aux Input
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Sony MEX-BT3700U
• Sony MEX-BT3700U CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player with USB 1-Wire and Bluetooth Connectivity
• MEX-BT3700U In Dash CD/MP3 Player
UPC: 027242744882
MPN: MEXBT3700U
Competitors
MSRP $210.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- affordable
- dual USB inputs for use multiple audio devices / USB keys
- includes remote control
Cons
- iPod cable sold separately
- Blue illumination not the best in bright light
- No preset buttons
Sony MEX-BT3700U
vs.
Pioneer DEH-P5100UB
MSRP $220.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- built-in Bluetooth compatibility for hands-free calling and music streaming
- front USB and AUX inputs
- affordable price
Cons
- horrible manual
- microphone pickup is horrible
- lack of buttons make interaction with the unit complicated and unbearable
Sony MEX-BT3700U
vs.
Kenwood KDC-BT742U
MSRP $219.95
Released January, 2009
Pros
- Two USB jacks, allows the use of the bluetooth device and a secondary external device.
- Awesome mp3 decoder. Very dynamic. Great clear bass. No mushiness.
- rear USB allows you to hide USB devices in the glovebox
Cons
- NO PRESET BUTTONS!
- LCD display is small
- Bluetooth garbled 95% of the time. Tested with Motorola Razor V3 & Samsung i730 phones.
Sony MEX-BT3700U
vs.
JVC KD-R800
MSRP $179.95
Released January, 2009
Pros
- HD/satellite radio ready
- front USB/Aux connections - allows users to play audio off of their iPods, standard MP3 player or other USB/headphone jack devices
- variable-color illumination display - match the colour of your unit to the dash lights of your car
Cons
- poorly implemented radio presets
- remote is a little small
- No loudness enhancement.
Sony MEX-BT3700U
vs.
JVC KD-HDR50
MSRP $180.00
Released January, 2009
The Alpine CDE-102 is an in-dash controller that allows you to enjoy music from CD's, iPods, iPhones and other portable media players. The CD player plays standard CD/CD-R/CD-RW discs with MP3/AAC/WMA playback. Connect your iPod or iPhone using the KCE-433iV cable and you can access all your music from from the head unit. The...
Sony MEX-BT3700U
vs.
Alpine CDE-102
MSRP $180.00
Released March, 2009
The Kenwood KDC-MP642U is a car receiver released by Kenwood in 2009, retailing at $190. It plays the usual CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs, including discs loaded with MP3 and WMA music files. It gives iPod control through its USB input, and is compatible with Kenwood's Bluetooth® adapter, satellite radio, and HD Radio™ tuner, so users...
Sony MEX-BT3700U
vs.
Kenwood KDC-MP642U
MSRP $199.00
Released January, 2009
The Kenwood KDC-X493 is a mid-grade in dash CD receiver designed to provide a more entertaining experience for users while they are in their automobile. It's more specifically designed for consumers looking for a receiver packed with extra features that retails for a much cheaper price. The KDC-X493 features of course full CD/CD-R/RW support...
Sony MEX-BT3700U
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Kenwood KDC-X493
Reviews
May 14, 2009
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Pros
- front USB and aux inputs
- built-in Bluetooth compatibility for hands-free calling and audio streaming
- affordable price
- built-in iPod control
- external microphone available
- satellite and HD radio ready
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Pros
- front USB and aux inputs
- built-in Bluetooth compatibility for hands-free calling and audio streaming
- affordable price
- built-in iPod control
- external microphone available
- satellite and HD radio ready
Cons
- illuminated control dial too bright
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October 30, 2009
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Pros
- front USB and aux inputs
- built-in Bluetooth compatibility for hands-free calling and audio streaming
- affordable price
- built-in iPod control
- external microphone available
Cons
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MEX, BT, 3700, U, MEXBT, BT3700, 3700U, MEXBT3700, BT3700U, MEXBT3700U
