LAYEN Blog — Troubleshooting

Which Receiver do I need for my Dock / Docking Station / Stereo?

June 22, 2015 • Troubleshooting

We have tested a large number of docking stations and list compatibility for both the i-SYNC and i-DOCK on each individual product page. Please note that this list is not a complete list. Given the thousands of different docks in homes around the world, we rely on feedback from customers to help grow this list.

Which Bluetooth Receiver for Docks with 8 Pin Apple Connection / Lightning Adapter

June 15, 2015 • Troubleshooting

There are currently no Bluetooth Receivers available on the market with an 8 pin or lightning connector adapter. This has been the situation since Apple first released the new 8 pin connection for their products and will be the case for the foreseeable future.We do however have a solution to turn your docking station Bluetooth. We recommend using any of our LAYEN AUX Bluetooth Receivers for your 8 Pin docking station, e.g. Bose, Phillips, View Quest, Kitsound, Sony etc.AUX receivers work in exactly the same way as the 30pin receivers; simply connect (via AUX) the receiver to your dock, stereo...

Bluetooth Receiver won't power up

June 3, 2015 • Troubleshooting

If your receiver will not power up, please check that power is running through the docking station. The receiver does not have a built in battery and so relies on the dock as a power source. If you have a portable docking station and are testing it using batteries, please try again connected the dock to the power instead.

Which Bluetooth receiver for my Car?

June 2, 2015 • Troubleshooting

If you're looking to make your car stereo Bluetooth and stream music via your smartphone without any cables, it is possible - but a 30 pin receiver will not be the solution for most car stereos.

Which Receiver do I need for my Bose Dock ?

June 1, 2015 • Troubleshooting

Bring Your Old Docking Station Back To Life!! Posted 3 Apr • Music Most Bose docking stations with the 30 pin connection (for older style iPhones e.g 3 & 4) will work with either the i-SYNC or the i-DOCK. The only Bose that isn’t compatible is the very original Bose Series 1 SoundDock. If you have a Bose Series 1 SoundDock you need the BS-1 which has been designed specifically for this docking station, since it runs from a different charge output to all subsequent models. If you’re not sure which Bose you have, please read this article. ...