Reviews of the Sony MEX-BT2500
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CNET Review
The Good: The Sony MEX-BT2500 features a clean, easy-to-use faceplate design and intuitive programming controls for hands-free calling and Bluetooth audio streaming. We also like its bright, uncluttered display and its front-mounted auxiliary input jack.
The Bad: While it's easy to pair phones and receive calls, the MEX BT-2500 cannot be used to dial outgoing calls, and sound quality via its built-in microphone is subpar.
The Bottom Line: The Sony MEX BT-2500 is a good option for those looking to spend no more than $200 on a Bluetooth-enabled in-car stereo. Its straightforward design and intuitive controls make it easy to use, but its limited calling capabilities and poor outgoing sound quality let it down.
Manufacturer: Sony
Part number: MEX-BT2500
General
- Product Type Radio / CD / MP3 player
- Series Xplod
- Recommended Use Car
- Form Factor Full-DIN - In-dash unit
- Width 7 in
- Depth 7 in
- Height 2 in
- Weight 2.6 lbs
- Faceplate Type Detachable
Audio System
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Sound effects DRIVE-S, Dynamic Soundstage Organizer II (DSO II)
- Equalizer Yes
- Audio system controls Bass, Fader, Treble, Volume, Balance, Loudness, Attenuate
- Amplifier max output power / channel qty 52 Watts x 4
- Amplifier continuous power / channel qty 27 Watts x 4
- Audio system built-in display Fluorescent
- Display illumination color Blue, Bluish white
- Button backlight color Blue
- Clock Yes (digital)
- Additional features Title scroll, Telephone mute, CD Text capable, ID3 tags support, Bluetooth hands-free for cellular phone
Equalizer
- Equalizer type Parametric
- Equalizer band qty 3 bands
Radio
- Type Radio tuner - AM/FM
- Tuning display Fluorescent display
- Station preset qty 30
- AM station preset qty 12
- FM station preset qty 18
- Radio response bandwidth 30 - 15000 Hz
- Radio signal-to-noise ratio 69 dB
- Additional radio features SSIR-EXA, Preset buttons, Best stations memory
CD System
- CD system type CD / MP3 player
- CD system form factor In-dash unit
- Media load type Slot-load
- Playback modes One track repeat, Random play / shuffle
- Digital audio standards supported MP3, WMA, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus
- CD system response bandwidth 10 - 20000 Hz
- Signal-to-noise ratio 120 dB
- CD-R compatible Yes
- CD-RW compatible Yes
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Included accessories Mounting hardware
Remote Control
- Remote control type Remote control
- Remote control technology Infrared
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