Wireless Options for Algoforce E1500

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(This is probably deserving of it's own thread.)

I emailed Garrett the other day and asked when they were going to catch up to 2015 and provide a right-angle 3.5mm-to-MicroUSB cable for the WT-1 Transmitter, lol.

I tried two generic 3.5mm-to-MicroUSB cables from Amazon, neither worked. 

The Minelab Equinox to 1/4” cable 3.5mm (1/8-inch) to 6.35mm (1/4-inch) (3011-0369) adapter would be an inelegant solution, even worse than an Amazon adapter.

I'll probably just cut the 1/4" plug off a WT-1 cable and solder on my own 3.5mm right-angle plug.

 

 

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They responded:

"Thanks for reaching out. We currently have no plans to create a WT transmitter with a 3.5mm connector, but we realize that it is a good idea. Stay tuned – you may see one come from us the future!"

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PhaseTech suggested:

"The Quest WireFree Pro's work great. Just make sure you get the 3.5mm USB cable so you can direct plug the Transmitter, and not use any adaptor plugs. "

[GotAU?]

I posted a review for a low latency BT transmitter that works well with a Torus BT collar speaker and Bluetooth headphones here- it’s only $30 and works really well on my 24k and Axiom, maybe it would be worth a try on a Algo.

[phrunt]

Avantree Relay is a great option, and obviously works well with the Avantree Torus.

[GeoBill]

the Avantree Relay - Premium Airplane Bluetooth 5.3 Adapter is currently $30 on Amazon. Pairs immediately with the Torus

 

https://www.amazon.com/Avantree-Relay-Headphones-Transmitter-Flight/dp/B0C3QQ4X6F/?th=1

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^ Good suggestions.  I always turn off the Bluetooth and wi-fi on my phone when detecting to minimize EMI, can't say I notice a difference though.

Garrett Z-Lynk claims:

- "Speed: 17 millisecond delay (6 times faster than Bluetooth)"

- "Operating Frequency: 2.4 GHz band frequency hopping"