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Sena SMH5 Bluetooth Headset
The SMH5 is a Bluetooth v3.0 Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Intercom designed specifically for motorcycles. With the SMH5, you can call hands-free on your Bluetooth mobile phone, listen to stereo music or voice instructions of GPS navigation by Bluetooth wirelessly, and have two-way intercom conversations in full duplex with a passenger or another motorcycle rider.
Thanks to the latest Bluetooth v3.0 and the advanced digital processing technology, the SMH5 offers the best sound quality for both incoming and outgoing sound in its class. Also, the easy-to-access and intuitive button operations make the SMH5 a perfect companion for motorcycles.
General Features:
- Bluetooth Specification v3.0
- Bluetooth Intercom up to 400 meters (437 yards) (in open terrain)
- Multi-Pair Bluetooth intercom
- Bluetooth stereo headset by A2DP
- Bluetooth music playback control by AVRCP: play, pause, track forward and track back
- Easy operation by versatile Jog Dial
- Sufficient sound level with integrated audio booster
- Bluetooth hands-free for Bluetooth mobile phones
- Bluetooth headset or stereo headset for Bluetooth
- GPS navigation
- Water resistant for use in inclement weather
- Crystal clear and natural sound quality
- Up to 8 hours talk time, 7 days stand-by time
- Can be used while charging on road trips
- Individual volume control for each audio source
- CE, FCC, TELEC and IC Certified
- Firmware Upgradeable
- Peace of mind - thanks to the 2-year warranty
Specifications:
- Talk time: 8 hours
- Standby time: 7 days
- Working distance (Intercom): up to 400 meters (437 yards) in open terrain
- Operating temperature: -10°C ~ 55°
- Headset Dimensions: 69.9 mm x 45.0 mm x 30.6 mm
- Clamp unit Dimensions: 49.2 mm x 38.9 mm x 22.1 mm
Bluetooth Specifications:
- Profiles: Headset Profile, Hand-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
- Bluetooth v3.0
Audio Specifications:
- Built-in SBC Codec
- Noise cancellation
- Wind noise reduction
- Wide volume control
- Sample rate: 48kHz (DAC)
Battery Specifications:
- Lithium polymer battery
- Charging time: 2.5 hours
Package Contents:
- Communication unit
- Clamp mount
- Surface mount
- Boom microphone
- USB power cable
- Microphone sponge
- Velcro pads for speakers
- Velcro pad for boom mic
- Hex key
- Spacer
SenaSena SMH5 Bluetooth Headset
Overall rating
Rating breakdown 5 reviews
5 stars
4
4 stars
0
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Bang for the Buck
4.8
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5
Ease of Install
4.6
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5
Durability
4.6
/
5
Sound Clarity
4.2
/
5
Ease of Use
4.2
/
5
5 out of 5(100%)customers recommend this product.
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Sena SMH5 Bluetooth Headset The SMH5 is a Bluetooth v3.0 Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Intercom designed specically for motorcycles. With the SMH5, you can call hands-free on your Bluetooth mobile phone, listen to stereo music or voice instructions of GPS navigation by Bluetooth wirelessly, and have two-way intercom conversations in full duplex with a passenger or another motorcycle rider. Thanks to the latest Bluetooth v3.0 and the advanced digital processing technology, the SMH5 offers the best sound quality for both incoming and outgoing sound in its class. Also, the easy-to-access and intuitive button operations make the SMH5 a perfect companion for motorcycles. General Features Bluetooth Specification v3.0 Bluetooth Intercom up to 400 meters (437 yards) (in open terrain) Multi-Pair Bluetooth intercom Bluetooth stereo headset by A2DP Bluetooth music playback control by AVRCP play, pause, track forward and track back Easy operation by versatile Jog Dial Sufficient sound level with integrated audio booster Bluetooth hands-free for Bluetooth mobile phones Bluetooth headset or stereo headset for Bluetooth GPS navigation Water resistant for use in inclement weather Crystal clear and natural sound quality Up to 8 hours talk time, 7 days stand-by time Can be used while charging on road trips Individual volume control for each audio source CE, FCC, TELEC and IC Certified Firmware Upgradeable Peace of mind - thanks to the 2-year warranty Specifications Talk time 8 hours Standby time 7 days Working distance (Intercom) up to 400 meters (437 yards) in open terrain Operating temperature -10C 55 Headset Dimensions 69.9 mm x 45.0 mm x 30.6 mm Clamp unit Dimensions 49.2 mm x 38.9 mm x 22.1 mm Bluetooth Specifications Profiles Headset Profile, Hand-Free Profile (HFP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Bluetooth v3.0 Audio Specifications Built-in SBC Codec Noise cancellation Wind noise reduction Wide volume control Sample rate 48kHz (DAC) Battery Specifications Lithium polymer battery Charging time 2.5 hours Package Contents Communication unit Clamp mount Surface mount Boom microphone USB power cable Microphone sponge Velcro pads for speakers Velcro pad for boom mic Hex key SpacerOverall rating
Rating breakdown 5 reviews
5 stars
4
4 stars
0
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
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Bang for the Buck
4.8
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5
Ease of Install
4.6
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5
Durability
4.6
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5
Sound Clarity
4.2
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5
Ease of Use
4.2
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5
5 out of 5(100%)customers recommend this product.
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5 out of 5Sena SMH5May 14, 2012ByAvenger1fromSpokaneRead this reviewThis is my first ever Bluetooth helmet setup. I was saving my pennies... (Show full review) - photo from customer reviewOverall
5 out of 5Sena SMH5May 14, 2012ByAvenger1fromSpokaneRead this reviewThis is my first ever Bluetooth helmet setup. I was saving my pennies... (Show full review)
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5 out of 5AWESOME!March 22, 2012ByIfelOfasofafromPleasanr groveRead this reviewThe SMH5 is GREAT so far! Very easy to install, looks and seems to... (Show full review)
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Sena SMH5
PostedMay 14, 2012
From Spokane
State:WA
Rider Type:Commuter
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Ease of Install
4
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5
Durability
5
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5
Sound Clarity
5
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5
Ease of Use
5
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5
This is my first ever Bluetooth helmet setup. I was saving my pennies for a SMH10 after doing hours of research. When Sena announced the SMH5 for a bit over $100, I jumped immediately. The lack of reviews due to the fact it was so new, worried me some. I soon put those worries to rest!
I ride a Honda CBR600RR almost 65 miles daily to work and back. Mostly interstate at speeds from 60-80mph (yes, super sport!). It was irritating to feel my phone vibrating in my pocket and having to stop to see who might be calling. I also listen to daily podcasts, my car is nice for that, but in the summer I had to put my podcasts on the back burner while riding missing information and entertainment.
I bought the Sena SMH5 a few weeks ago. Installed it on my Scorpion EXO750. Installation instructions that came with the unit were not exactly clear and assume you know everything about how the unit mounts to the helmet. Little did I know, the actual detailed instructions are online, I found this out AFTER I installed it. However, messing it up is rather difficult. I paired it to my Samsung Galaxy S2, which was as simple as paring any device.
The first thing I did was go for a ride while talking to my wife on the phone, to test it. I accelerated to 70mph on the freeway and the call got dropped rather quickly. She could not hear me over the wind and I could not hear her at all. I contacted Sena about this and they instructed me to update the firmware. After going to v1.1, I tested it again, this time all the way to work. Never dropped the call. With my head up in the wind I could hear her just fine. I didnt even have the volume cranked. She could hear some wind, but not enough to be annoying or overbearing. My podcasts are clear and crisp and I enjoy listening to them as I cruse down the road. The battery life is AMAZING! I only need to charge it once a week! The controls are a bit touchy, as in, wearing gloves when adjusting the volume, I might accidently fast forward or rewind due to pushing the dial while turning it. Other than that... flawless!
About Revzilla: Lowest price I could find. Free fast shipping with tracking via UPS, and $5 onsite cash. Not bad! I will do my first looking at revzilla from now on.
I could not be happier with this product. I plan on convincing my riding buddies to invest in them and then I will say something about the intercom feature. If I recommend this product to my buddies, I would recommend it to anyone.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Overall rating
Works great with my GPS and Android phone
PostedMay 7, 2012
From Burnsville
State:WV
Rider Type:Adventurer
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Ease of Install
5
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5
Durability
5
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5
Sound Clarity
4
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5
Ease of Use
4
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5
This is what I've been waiting for - a Bluetooth headset that works well for a reasonable price. When I read the review on webBikeWorld.com I knew this was the one I had to try.
I had no trouble making a clean install on my Shark Evoline ST 2 helmet. It paired up with my phone (Samsung Galaxy S II) and my 3 year old Garmin Zumo 550.
Playing music from my phone sounds good with a little distortion at the highest volume. I find I can hear everything just fine with earplugs at about one or two clicks less than full volume. Something I was concerned about. In fact I think it sounds much better with ear plugs as they block the wind noise making the sound from the headset clearer.
I haven't fooled around too much with phone conversations. I have found in my limited experiments that with my phone, if I use the headset phone button that it brings up my phones voice recognition software to get the phone to call. I haven't fooled with that yet and am not sure how well that might work on the move with the background noise, etc. Best bet seems to use my phone through my Zumo. A feature of the Zumo is where you pair your phone with the GPS and then your phone, including contacts, goes through the Zumo's screen and you can hear and talk through the headset. I did make a call home at 45 mph and my wife said the call had background noise but my words were quite clear. Haven't had a chance to try at highway speeds. Should be just great when stopped which is certainly safest.
I have also found that to get my aging GPS to work with the phone and the headset properly at the same time that I need to connect the Zumo to the headset before I connect to my phone. Sometimes I need to manually connect the phone or the GPS through settings to get it all to work but its not much of a hassle. I think its more due to the older Bluetooth standards of my GPS than anything else. If I connect only the phone or only the GPS everything hooks up pretty painlessly and works fine.
I commute about an hour+ a day each way for about 2 hour 10-15 minutes daily allowing me to make a fairly accurate measure of battery life. Listening to the GPS and the phone playing audio books or music each way everyday for over a week has netted over 10 hours of battery life. After 4 days of commuting I had to just let my phone stream mp3s for an hour or two to run the battery dry. That may go down a bit using the intercom, I don't know as I haven't had a chance to do that yet. My riding buddy got one also but we haven't had a chance to ride together with them yet, I expect to get an easy 8 hours, even with intercom use. We'll see.
Overall very pleased. Good sound, works with my phone and GPS at the same time, good battery life, reasonable price. Great deal!
I had no trouble making a clean install on my Shark Evoline ST 2 helmet. It paired up with my phone (Samsung Galaxy S II) and my 3 year old Garmin Zumo 550.
Playing music from my phone sounds good with a little distortion at the highest volume. I find I can hear everything just fine with earplugs at about one or two clicks less than full volume. Something I was concerned about. In fact I think it sounds much better with ear plugs as they block the wind noise making the sound from the headset clearer.
I haven't fooled around too much with phone conversations. I have found in my limited experiments that with my phone, if I use the headset phone button that it brings up my phones voice recognition software to get the phone to call. I haven't fooled with that yet and am not sure how well that might work on the move with the background noise, etc. Best bet seems to use my phone through my Zumo. A feature of the Zumo is where you pair your phone with the GPS and then your phone, including contacts, goes through the Zumo's screen and you can hear and talk through the headset. I did make a call home at 45 mph and my wife said the call had background noise but my words were quite clear. Haven't had a chance to try at highway speeds. Should be just great when stopped which is certainly safest.
I have also found that to get my aging GPS to work with the phone and the headset properly at the same time that I need to connect the Zumo to the headset before I connect to my phone. Sometimes I need to manually connect the phone or the GPS through settings to get it all to work but its not much of a hassle. I think its more due to the older Bluetooth standards of my GPS than anything else. If I connect only the phone or only the GPS everything hooks up pretty painlessly and works fine.
I commute about an hour+ a day each way for about 2 hour 10-15 minutes daily allowing me to make a fairly accurate measure of battery life. Listening to the GPS and the phone playing audio books or music each way everyday for over a week has netted over 10 hours of battery life. After 4 days of commuting I had to just let my phone stream mp3s for an hour or two to run the battery dry. That may go down a bit using the intercom, I don't know as I haven't had a chance to do that yet. My riding buddy got one also but we haven't had a chance to ride together with them yet, I expect to get an easy 8 hours, even with intercom use. We'll see.
Overall very pleased. Good sound, works with my phone and GPS at the same time, good battery life, reasonable price. Great deal!
Rides: 2006 Kawasaki KLX110
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Overall rating
Great bang for the buck!
PostedApril 30, 2012
Bang for the Buck
5
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5
Ease of Install
4
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5
Durability
4
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5
Sound Clarity
5
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5
Ease of Use
4
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5
I wasn't expecting much at this price point, but I've been pleasantly surprised. I've only used it once to hear the GPS directions from my iPhone 4 (using Navigon - I did not listen to music), but so far so good. I wear ear plugs and I was a little worried about whether it would be loud enough on the bike at speed. I'm happy to report that it was loud enough and very clear. Pairing was very easy and never lost the connection. Very happy overall with my first experience.
Rides: 2007 Suzuki SV650SA ABS
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Overall rating
Excellent Cheap, inexpensive bluetooth option
PostedApril 16, 2012
From louisville
State:KY
Rider Type:Scooter Champ
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
4
/
5
Ease of Install
5
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5
Durability
4
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5
Sound Clarity
3
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5
Ease of Use
5
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5
installed easy but removing helmet liner, comes with everything needed for installation. i havent heard any other bluetooth headsets to compare this one so rating it average sound might be wrong. i mainly purchased it to use for GPS directions and maybe some music and take a call if i have too.
sound quality is good , mainly lacking bass but i didnt expect much out of a 2" speaker. very easy to use with my motorola photon and with voice command, id like to be able to open my gps navigator app and not have to touch the screen once app is open to start address but it might be user error too im still getting to know this unit but overall i would recommend this unit and purchase again for the price of $105 shipped
sound quality is good , mainly lacking bass but i didnt expect much out of a 2" speaker. very easy to use with my motorola photon and with voice command, id like to be able to open my gps navigator app and not have to touch the screen once app is open to start address but it might be user error too im still getting to know this unit but overall i would recommend this unit and purchase again for the price of $105 shipped
Yes, I recommend this product.
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AWESOME!
PostedMarch 22, 2012
From Pleasanr grove
State:UT
Rider Type:Commuter
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Bang for the Buck
5
/
5
Ease of Install
5
/
5
Durability
5
/
5
Sound Clarity
4
/
5
Ease of Use
3
/
5
The SMH5 is GREAT so far! Very easy to install, looks and seems to function great. Volume is better than I thought it would be. bluetooth link/intercom works flawless!
The only slight drawback is with just 2 buttons, there is a learing curve to figure out what to push and for how long to hold, there are MANY functions, but I'm sure that will come with time.
Overall I could not be more happy!
AND... Revzilla had the best price of anywhere I could find!!!
Photo is of the MHS5 installed on my AFX MAGNUS
The only slight drawback is with just 2 buttons, there is a learing curve to figure out what to push and for how long to hold, there are MANY functions, but I'm sure that will come with time.
Overall I could not be more happy!
AND... Revzilla had the best price of anywhere I could find!!!
Photo is of the MHS5 installed on my AFX MAGNUS
Rides: 2004 Suzuki VL800 Intruder Volusia
Yes, I recommend this product.
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- photo from customer answerMarch 5, 2012ByRevZillafromPhiladelphiaRead this answerThe Sena SMH-5 Bluetooth Headset only connects to one other headset.... (Show full answer)
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There's no intercom VOX, I assume you tap the jog dial to open a connection?
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State: IL
Rockford
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That is correct, the Sena SMH5 Bluetooth Headset does not offer VOX activation. As you mentioned, in order to open a connection you will need to tap the jog dial button.2 weeks, 6 days ago
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Yes, tap to initiate a conversation. It does support vox to answer phone calls.Age: 35-44
Gender: male
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Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Minneapolis, MN
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Will the SMH-5 be able to pair with the SMH-10?
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State: CA
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Or will it have to wait until the 10 is upgraded to Bluetooth 3.0?
State: CA
2 months, 4 weeks ago
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Sena's SMH-5 Bluetooth headset is compatible with the SMH-10, however, when paired with an SMH-10, the range of the SMH-10 will be decreased to that of the SMH-5.2 weeks, 6 days ago
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How many headsets can the SMH5 connect to?
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State: CO
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Colorado Springs
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I understand that the 5 can connect to the 10, but I read somewhere that the SMH5 is for the single rider. No where in the description did it say that it has the capability to connect to other Sena headsets (SMH10 or SMH5). I'm just wondering if this is a good buy. A few friends of mine and I considering purchasing, but its not worth the money if it only connects to one other headset or none at all.
State: CO
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
2 months, 4 weeks ago
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State: CO
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Colorado Springs
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The Sena SMH-5 Bluetooth Headset only connects to one other headset. We would recommend the Sena SMH-10 Bluetooth Headset Version 2.0 if you are looking to connect with up to 4 riders.
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Answer:
The SMH-5 will pair to the -10 just fine, and you can pair up to three friends. However, you can only talk to one person at a time, it does not support a three-way conversation like the -10. You tap the button to start a conversation.Age: 35-44
Gender: male
2 months ago
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Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Minneapolis, MN
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Can the batteries be replaced?
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State: FL
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
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If the battery dies can it be replaced or would I be forced to buy a new unit.
State: FL
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
2 months, 4 weeks ago
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State: FL
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
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The Sena SMH-5 Bluetooth Headset does not offer a replaceable battery. In the event of your battery dying, you will have to either use the warranty or purchase a new product.2 weeks, 6 days ago
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The battery cannot be replaced by the end user. If the battery fails during the warranty period then you can get it replaced under warranty. The battery is designed to last several years.Age: Over 65
Gender: male
2 months, 1 week ago
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Age: Over 65
Gender: male
San Leandro,CA
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what is the difference between this and the Sena Smh-10 other than teh blue tooh difference?
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State: MD
College Park
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Per the Sena website forums, the main difference seems to be range. All of Sena's products will talk to each other, so you can mix SMH10's and 5's, with an SPH10 in a support car, for example. I don't know if the -5 is detachable from the helmet base like the 10 is, but that should be answered by the time the product ships.3 months, 1 week ago
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The SMH-10 has an auxiliary input, 3.5mm audio jack. The SMH-5 does not. There are more accessories available for the SMH-10, currently. The SMH-10 has better communication range and battery life. The SMH-5 is less expensive and utilizes Bluetooth 3.0, which could enable you to have more control over the latest electronic devices.Age: 25-34
Gender: male
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Age: 25-34
Gender: male
Long Beach, CA
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It also appears that the wires are not part of the base as on the SMH10, but instead plug into the unit. Perhaps the unit doesn't detach from the helmet as on the SMH10.I have more questions about this unit (like is it compatible with an SMH10?). Hopefully, Revzilla will be producing an video about this product. Their vids really answer these questions well.
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
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Age: 45-54
Gender: male
North Texas
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The differences between the SMH-10 and the SMH 5 are mainly the version of Bluetooth (v2.0 for SMH10 and v3.0 for SMH5) That being said, software versions that are higher in number usually are more improved overall than earlier versions (i.e v2.0 vs v3.0) The other difference I see is the range for the SMH-5 is shorter than the SMH-10. So if you are using this to communicate with a friend on another bike, they cannot be as far away as with an SMH-10. All distances are usually calculated as line of sight (no obstructions like buildings or hills, etc.). I also see the price for the SMH-5 is very attractive! I have a pair of SMH-10's an enjoy them very much.Talk time is less 8 hrs vs 10 hrs(SMH-5 vs SMH-10) and standby time is less 7 days vs 10 days(SMH-5 vs SMH-10))Age: Over 65
Gender: male
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Gender: male
San Leandro,CA
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| Product Style | RevZilla SKU ID | Manufacturer Product # | Availability |
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| Sena SMH5 Bluetooth Headset | 818723 | SMH5-01 | In Stock: Ships within 24 hours |
