Original price
Rs. 2,999.00
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Original price
Rs. 2,999.00
Original price
Rs. 2,999.00
Current price
Rs. 2,298.00
Rs. 2,298.00
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Rs. 2,298.00
Current price
Rs. 2,298.00
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BT525 • USB-POWERED • LDAC CAR AUDIO
UGREEN 85428 BT525 Bluetooth 6.0 LDAC Car Receiver
Overview
Bluetooth 6.0SKU 85428BT525Receiver only
UGREEN BT525 USB-powered AUX receiver product view
Key features
Role
a USB-powered Bluetooth 6.0 AUX receiver with a built-in microphone for adding wireless music, navigation prompts and hands-free calls to a compatible car or wired speaker system.
Audio path
A phone, tablet or computer sends Bluetooth audio to BT525. Its integrated 3.5mm plug feeds an AUX input while USB-A supplies power. It does not send wired TV or airplane audio to Bluetooth headphones.
Codec boundary
LDAC, AAC and SBC are listed in the UGREEN manual. LDAC requires a compatible source and correct codec settings; iPhone uses AAC or SBC. aptX is not claimed.
Power design
There is no internal runtime to manage. Both the USB-A power lead and 3.5mm audio plug must remain connected during use. USB-A provides operating power; it is not a charging/data link to the stereo. The 3.5mm plug carries analogue audio.
Audio direction and connector roles
A phone, tablet or computer sends Bluetooth audio to BT525. Its integrated 3.5mm plug feeds an AUX input while USB-A supplies power. It does not send wired TV or airplane audio to Bluetooth headphones.
Connector rule: a source/output must feed a destination/input. USB power, USB host data, analogue AUX and Bluetooth radio roles are separate even when one enclosure handles several of them.
Start safely: set the correct mode, select the target input and lower every volume control before testing.
Source and 3.5mm destination compatibility map
Sound, codecs, calls and latency
Codecs
LDAC, AAC and SBC are listed in the UGREEN manual. LDAC requires a compatible source and correct codec settings; iPhone uses AAC or SBC. aptX is not claimed.
Latency
No low-latency value is published. Bluetooth 6.0 is not by itself a guarantee of lip-sync or gaming performance.
Microphone and calls
A built-in microphone supports hands-free calls on a paired phone. Place the mic where voice pickup is clear; road noise, vents, windows and phone network quality still matter.
Real-world fidelity
Source file, negotiated codec, radio conditions, analogue cable, amplifier and speakers/headphones all affect the result. A newer Bluetooth number is not automatically higher sound quality.
Use scenarios
Scenario 1
Upgrading an older car that has AUX and USB power.
Scenario 2
LDAC music from a compatible Android phone.
Scenario 3
AAC/SBC playback and navigation from other phones.
Scenario 4
Hands-free calling with the microphone positioned away from vents.
Scenario 5
Adding Bluetooth reception to a powered home speaker near USB power.
Vehicle audio use scenario
Setup and usability guidance
Step 1: Connect the 3.5mm plug to AUX input and USB-A to a suitable 5V USB source.
Step 2: Select AUX on the car stereo or speaker and lower its volume.
Step 3: Open Bluetooth settings on the source and choose the BT525/UGREEN entry.
Step 4: Play a test track, then make a stationary test call to check microphone placement.
Step 5: Pair a second phone only after the first works reliably; pause one before playing the other.
Usability rule: establish one clean path first. Add a second source, listener, output or peripheral only after the first works reliably.
Controls
Use source-device controls for most playback and calling. Pair and position the adapter while parked, then keep adjustments minimal while driving.
Second-device behaviour
Two phones can be connected. Treat this as convenient source switching, not two mixed audio streams; pause one source before using the other.
Recovery
For pairing problems, unplug USB power, forget BT525 on both phones, reconnect power and pair one phone within one metre. Re-add the second phone only after stable playback.
Two-source connection behaviour
Compatible devices and systems
Class: Bluetooth music/call sources including compatible phones and tablets; cars, powered speakers and amplifiers that provide both a 3.5mm AUX input and suitable USB-A power.
Match the operating-system/audio profile and connector role, not only the Bluetooth logo.
Confirm whether you need programme audio, microphone return, peripheral data or file transfer; these use different profiles.
For AUX/RCA products, confirm the destination is a line-level input and already has its own amplifier.
For PC adapters, verify driver requirements and disable a competing built-in Bluetooth radio.
For two-way products, confirm that the chosen TX or RX mode matches the wired device.
USB-powered speaker use scenario
What this product does
Receives Bluetooth audio from a compatible source.
Outputs analogue audio to the stated 3.5mm and/or RCA line input.
Supports only the call, control and source-count behaviour documented for this revision.
Reconnects to a saved compatible source when powered and available.
Modernises existing audio equipment without replacing its amplifier or speakers.
What this product does not do
receiver only; no battery, Bluetooth-headphone transmission, RCA/optical output, aptX, audio mixing, USB data audio or water rating; not for cars without AUX input.
Does not guarantee uninterrupted wireless service through metal, walls, crowds or heavy 2.4GHz interference.
Does not repair a damaged source, USB port, AUX socket, amplifier or speaker.
Does not make a connector compatible merely because it fits physically.
Does not prove ANC, aptX, LDAC, multipoint or microphone return from the Bluetooth version number alone.
What to do
Check the label
Confirm SKU, model and stored revision on the product or box before relying on a specification.
Begin with one endpoint
Pair and test one path before adding any supported second device or output.
Lower volume first
Protect hearing and speakers when changing mode, output, codec, call profile or device.
Keep connections dry
Inspect USB and audio plugs, remove debris without metal tools and dry completely before power.
Use official drivers/manuals
Use the CM/BT model instructions; related UGREEN revisions can use different buttons and radios.
Pause before switching
When two sources are connected, pause the current programme before starting the other.
What not to do
Do not infer features
Bluetooth 5.x/6.0 alone does not establish codec, ANC, microphone, multipoint or delay.
Do not force plugs
Stop if a connector does not align; check port type, direction, damage and case clearance.
Do not use speaker-level output
AUX/RCA receiver inputs are line-level; passive speakers still need an amplifier.
Do not pair while moving
Configure car and aircraft audio before movement and follow local/crew instructions.
Do not charge damaged cells
Stop for swelling, leakage, odour or abnormal heat and seek proper battery disposal.
Do not borrow reset timing
Battery, charging and realistic runtime
Battery/power: There is no internal runtime to manage. Both the USB-A power lead and 3.5mm audio plug must remain connected during use.
Charging/connection: USB-A provides operating power; it is not a charging/data link to the stereo. The 3.5mm plug carries analogue audio.
Published runtime is normally a controlled maximum; volume, calls, codec, temperature, range and battery age can shorten it.
USB-powered models have no reserve runtime and stop when vehicle/computer power stops.
Use compliant, undamaged power sources and disconnect any product that becomes unusually hot.
Do not leave rechargeable products empty for months; follow the manual for long-term storage.
Three-step vehicle setup guide
Warnings and limitations
Hearing: begin at low volume, limit exposure and stop if you notice discomfort or ringing. Bluetooth features and noise processing are not hearing protection.
Battery: never crush, puncture, short, burn or charge a swollen, leaking, wet or unusually hot rechargeable product. USB-powered models still require a sound, compliant 5V source.
Aircraft: follow crew instructions, use only permitted headphone outputs and keep wireless devices off whenever directed. Carry lithium products in accordance with airline rules.
Driving: pair, mount, select sources and set volume while parked. Hands-free calling does not remove attention or legal responsibilities.
Water: This product does not has a IP rating. Keep adapters, plugs and charging ports dry; never connect power while damp.
Heat and storage: do not leave the product on a hot dashboard, near a heater or in direct sun. Keep small adapters and cables away from children and pets.
Audio ports: connect only to the stated headphone/AUX line-level role. Never connect a 3.5mm/RCA port to mains, passive-speaker output or an unknown industrial signal.
Troubleshooting and reset
No pairing
Bring devices close, verify power/mode, disconnect competing saved devices and pair one endpoint first.
Connected but silent
Check source playback, OS output, TX/RX direction, AUX input selection, cable seating and both volume controls.
Audio but no microphone
A built-in microphone supports hands-free calls on a paired phone. Place the mic where voice pickup is clear; road noise, vents, windows and phone network quality still matter. Confirm the call app input and permissions only where a microphone path is documented.
Drop-outs
Reduce distance and metal/body obstruction, move from crowded 2.4GHz radios and test one connection at a time.
Delay
Compare with a wired path; no unstated codec or Bluetooth version can remove all source and endpoint buffering.
Reset path
For pairing problems, unplug USB power, forget BT525 on both phones, reconnect power and pair one phone within one metre. Re-add the second phone only after stable playback.
Technical specifications
Product / model
UGREEN car Bluetooth audio receiver / BT525
SKU / colour
85428 / grey
Bluetooth version
6.0
Wireless role
Receiver only
Codecs
LDAC, AAC and SBC
Profiles
A2DP and AVRCP listed in manual
Audio connection
Integrated 3.5mm AUX plug
Power connection
USB-A; required during use
Simultaneous sources
Two connected; one programme at a time
Listed range
Up to 10m unobstructed
Cable form
Coiled TPE, approximately 0.3–1.5m
Battery
None
Microphone
Built in for supported hands-free calls
Listed ranges and runtimes are qualified maxima in suitable conditions, not universal guarantees.
Package contents
Package: Integrated BT525 receiver with attached 3.5mm and USB-A leads plus documentation; no separate charging cable is needed.
Pre-purchase checklist
Confirm this SKU/revision on the sealed product.
Confirm TX, RX or Windows-host direction.
Confirm every wired input/output and required power source.
Confirm call/microphone, codec and second-device needs separately.
Check whether any cable, charger or flight adapter you require is actually listed.
Product-specific FAQ
What exactly is UGREEN 85428?
It is a USB-powered Bluetooth 6.0 AUX receiver with a built-in microphone for adding wireless music, navigation prompts and hands-free calls to a compatible car or wired speaker system.
What does this receiver connect to?
A phone, tablet or computer sends Bluetooth audio to BT525. Its integrated 3.5mm plug feeds an AUX input while USB-A supplies power. It does not send wired TV or airplane audio to Bluetooth headphones.
Which codecs does SKU 85428 support?
LDAC, AAC and SBC are listed in the UGREEN manual. LDAC requires a compatible source and correct codec settings; iPhone uses AAC or SBC. aptX is not claimed.
Is low latency guaranteed?
No low-latency value is published. Bluetooth 6.0 is not by itself a guarantee of lip-sync or gaming performance.
Do microphone and calls work?
A built-in microphone supports hands-free calls on a paired phone. Place the mic where voice pickup is clear; road noise, vents, windows and phone network quality still matter.
Can two phones or outputs be used?
Two phones can be connected. Treat this as convenient source switching, not two mixed audio streams; pause one source before using the other.
What battery life or power does it use?
There is no internal runtime to manage. Both the USB-A power lead and 3.5mm audio plug must remain connected during use. USB-A provides operating power; it is not a charging/data link to the stereo. The 3.5mm plug carries analogue audio.
Which devices and systems are compatible?
Bluetooth music/call sources including compatible phones and tablets; cars, powered speakers and amplifiers that provide both a 3.5mm AUX input and suitable USB-A power.
What should I do if pairing fails?
For pairing problems, unplug USB power, forget BT525 on both phones, reconnect power and pair one phone within one metre. Re-add the second phone only after stable playback.
What is in the package?
Integrated BT525 receiver with attached 3.5mm and USB-A leads plus documentation; no separate charging cable is needed
What should it not be used for?
receiver only; no battery, Bluetooth-headphone transmission, RCA/optical output, aptX, audio mixing, USB data audio or water rating; not for cars without AUX input.
