VAIStech SL3B - Opinions/reviews/etc
01-29-16, 08:02 PM
#1
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VAIStech SL3B - Opinions/reviews/etc
I am seriously considering replacing my IVIC-D with the SL3B Bluetooth module. Yes, I know they're different - which is good and bad. Good, in that I will be rid of the PITA ivic which has been glitchy and buggy from day one, (ie: lines/bars in screen). This and other issues were never mentioned in threads (or on VAIS' website) before I purchased it, so I want to make sure I have ALL the information before I plunk my CDN .65 cent on the US dollar. 
Sound quality?
Any issues - quirks, glitches, etc
Is it truly seamless to operate?
Screen text, (I have nav and self-park). Is it clear and easy to navigate through menus, steering wheel buttons/controls, etc.
Full disclosure please!
Sound quality?
Any issues - quirks, glitches, etc
Is it truly seamless to operate?
Screen text, (I have nav and self-park). Is it clear and easy to navigate through menus, steering wheel buttons/controls, etc.
Full disclosure please!
01-29-16, 08:53 PM
#2
my customer got one installed in his ls460 (also replace his old mlp which is very similar to ivic) and he loves it. plain and simple interface, always works, and good sound quality.
it's basically the old sl2i-up but now bt. i have done over 60 sl2i-up install and few sl3b, never a single problem (outside user issues). for a simple audio playback setup i think it's a very good option
it's basically the old sl2i-up but now bt. i have done over 60 sl2i-up install and few sl3b, never a single problem (outside user issues). for a simple audio playback setup i think it's a very good option
01-29-16, 09:24 PM
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my customer got one installed in his ls460 (also replace his old mlp which is very similar to ivic) and he loves it. plain and simple interface, always works, and good sound quality.
it's basically the old sl2i-up but now bt. i have done over 60 sl2i-up install and few sl3b, never a single problem (outside user issues). for a simple audio playback setup i think it's a very good option
it's basically the old sl2i-up but now bt. i have done over 60 sl2i-up install and few sl3b, never a single problem (outside user issues). for a simple audio playback setup i think it's a very good option
01-29-16, 09:37 PM
#4
Mine is very good now with the most recent firmware update. And it's on my 04 LS430!
01-31-16, 04:23 PM
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Just ordered it through Amazon,,,,free two day shipping even!
Should have it installed by end of the week.
So if anyone is interested in my IVIC-D, hit me up. I'll even include the Chromecast Dongle
Should have it installed by end of the week.
So if anyone is interested in my IVIC-D, hit me up. I'll even include the Chromecast Dongle
02-01-16, 06:48 AM
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Is this primarily Bluetooth audio or are there other features? I read where one user said it connected perfectly to both his address book/phone use, and the Vais at the same time.
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02-01-16, 08:09 AM
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I was originally going to buy the sl3b but found out it does not support bluetooth aptx codec. If you have a phone that supports aptx audio, the sound quality difference is quite noticable over standard bluetooth. Especially when you have the ML system. I ended up buying a JL Audio MBT-RX bluetooth adapter and wired it to the factory aux input and am very pleased. Sure there is no track data displayed or the ability to seek through tracks but I'm comfortable with that. If I wanted to toggle through tracks, there are bluetooth controllers for the car that can be added.
02-01-16, 08:53 AM
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Yes, it's just Bluetooth audio. Everything is controlled just like a newer LS with bluetooth streaming would have (like my wife's CT200h). Everything is seamless....track controls, folders, etc thru the steering wheel controls, and everything displayed on the nav screen. Also any music apps, such as Songza, TunedIn Radio, etc can all be streamed through the module. I'll be getting the unit on wednesday and installing it myself on Thursday. Not sure if I should post a DIY on it or not. Regardless, I'll take pics and decide after.
02-01-16, 10:16 AM
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02-01-16, 12:59 PM
#12
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Gotcha. So it's a data buster then. I don't have unlimited data. I'm looking for the usb support. I'd love to load a usb with all my mp3's and have them play through the ML system with screen visual.
02-01-16, 04:15 PM
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No it's Bluetooth. No data (unless you plan to use data streaming for certain apps). I'll mostly be using it for streaming my stored music from my phone. No wires, etc and the ability to control everything from the steering wheel controls, such as track advance, folder selections, etc.
02-02-16, 07:27 AM
#14
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No it's Bluetooth. No data (unless you plan to use data streaming for certain apps). I'll mostly be using it for streaming my stored music from my phone. No wires, etc and the ability to control everything from the steering wheel controls, such as track advance, folder selections, etc.
02-03-16, 02:39 PM
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Installed it today. Awesome! Sounds amazing, with no hiss or noise like the AUX input has. Everything displayed on the screen and full controls from the steering wheel.....volume, track selection, etc.
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