[Aussie Joe]

I have done a thread search, and although I have found reference to it I have not found a definitive answer.

If I use the Treo 650 Stereo Headphone Adaptor with a standard 3.5mm stereo bud headphones (Sony) will I be able to listen to phone calls as well.

[treo2die4]

I have done a thread search, and although I have found reference to it I have not found a definitive answer.

If I use the Treo 650 Stereo Headphone Adaptor with a standard 3.5mm stereo bud headphones (Sony) will I be able to listen to phone calls as well.

Just a logical guess but I suppose if you answered the call on the Treo itself you'd likely be able to listen but could not be heard by the caller as there would be no microphone availble.

If you instead purchase an adapter like the one Sedio sells that allows you to plug in your standard 3.5 mm headphones and provides a microphone, you'd then have the best of both worlds.

[Aussie Joe]

I am presuming that I could use the handset microphone?

I have read bad things about the Sedios, so I don't think I will go that option. If the adaptor doesn't work out it will only cost me about $6.00.

[treo2die4]

I am presuming that I could use the handset microphone?

I have read bad things about the Sedios, so I don't think I will go that option. If the adoptor doesn't work out it will only cost be about $6.00.

My guess is once you plug in the adapter, the microphone will mute because the Treo is expecting to communcate via a headset?

I do have the Sedio retractable w/over-ear headset and have had no problems with it......wish I had purchased the adapter as I am now using the Treo more consistently for MP3 player....

[SoufSidah09]

I do this all the time. YES your calls will come in stereo over your headphones, and yes you can talk into your phone like in speakerphone mode...It's GREAT! beats standard headset, and bluetooth headsets, except for the fact that you have to hold the phone, I communicate best on my T650 with my stero headphones.

[treo2die4]

I do this all the time. YES your calls will come in stereo over your headphones, and yes you can talk into your phone like in speakerphone mode...It's GREAT! beats standard headset, and bluetooth headsets, except for the fact that you have to hold the phone, I communicate best on my T650 with my stero headphones.

I stand corrected - see what happens when you assume

[ash1348]

I am using palm's adopter and when I have an incoming call, I can only hear the otherside through the headphone but the other side can not hear me. I know this is not the case with Treo 600, but some other people are having the same issue with T650. SoufSidah09, what kind of adapter are you using?

[Chillin_]

I am using palm's adopter and when I have an incoming call, I can only hear the otherside through the headphone but the other side can not hear me. I know this is not the case with Treo 600, but some other people are having the same issue with T650. SoufSidah09, what kind of adapter are you using?

I was using an no-name brand adapter I got for $2 at Radio Shack, and I could hear them perfectly through both ears, and they could hear me fine via the Treo mic. (and I didn't even have to hold it close at all)

I am now using the Treo 650 Hybrid Headset, and I love it.

[SoufSidah09]

I am using palm's adopter and when I have an incoming call, I can only hear the otherside through the headphone but the other side can not hear me. I know this is not the case with Treo 600, but some other people are having the same issue with T650. SoufSidah09, what kind of adapter are you using?

The palm adapter I bought from treocentral.com...remember you have to talk into your phone like you have it in speakerphone mode...standard headphones have NO mic...

[dstevens]

I do this all the time. YES your calls will come in stereo over your headphones, and yes you can talk into your phone like in speakerphone mode...It's GREAT! beats standard headset, and bluetooth headsets, except for the fact that you have to hold the phone, I communicate best on my T650 with my stero headphones.

I just tried it with the palm adapter and my stereo headset and it works like a charm. Listen in stereo and talk in the phone. The caller said I sounded great.

[jrd]

So, the next question is, is ther a Y-adapter available so I can connect my headphone (or car casette adapter) into one side of Y and an external microphone into another side of Y and of course, common side into Treo?
I know I can use Seidio two-in-one headphone, but I don't want the headphone part of that functionality - I intend to use my own headphone or plug it into car stereo casette adapter.

This is just my idea of trying to make a cheap car kit.

Thanks for any pointers.

[Gnasher]

The adapter that Treo2Die4 mentioned might do the trick, it's a 2.5mm jack at one end, and a 3.5mm socket + mic at the other. you could use a standard 3.5-3.5 stereo cable or casette adapter to connect to the car stereo, and I would think the Seidio mic would be sensitive enough to use in the car.

I have the adapter, which is very good, but haven't tried this setup yet (recovering from a broken leg, so no driving!)

[jrd]

The adapter that Treo2Die4 mentioned might do the trick, it's a 2.5mm jack at one end, and a 3.5mm socket + mic at the other. you could use a standard 3.5-3.5 stereo cable or casette adapter to connect to the car stereo, and I would think the Seidio mic would be sensitive enough to use in the car.

I have the adapter, which is very good, but haven't tried this setup yet (recovering from a broken leg, so no driving!)

Thanks for the response. Unfortunately, the way Seidio adapter is made (with a builtin Microphone), it does not work for me. I would like to place the microphone on my sun visor and plug the audio output into my car radio (using casette adapter or direct connection). With seidio adaper design, I am forced to put the adapter on the visor, but then the pullout cord is not long enough to reach where treo is.

[jabo]

You could get an extension cord at Radio Shack for about 3 bucks.

[tonylmiller]

Is there any way to buy the Palm adapter in a brick and mortar store somewhere?

[iBug]

Is there any way to buy the Palm adapter in a brick and mortar store somewhere?

i got mine at the palm store.