BT Mini & BTR1 Advanced: The New Features After the Firmware Update

If you own a BT Mini or a BTR1 Advanced, it's time to update your device and download the new quick guide in your language to discover all the features introduced with the latest firmware update.

In this article, we’ll walk you through the main updates and explain how to use the new commands to get the most out of your intercom.

BT Mini 1.33

The BT Mini, one of the best-selling models in the Midland range, is the easiest Bluetooth motorcycle communication system to install and use. It’s perfect for those looking for a simple yet powerful intercom, with a clean and non-invasive installation on any helmet.

The 1.33 firmware update introduces several improvements, including the ability to share music with your passenger, making every ride even more enjoyable and engaging.

BT Mini 1.33 firmware main improvements (available only for versions Q22 and later). Check your version by reading the quick guides or FAQs:

• Music sharing with passenger: You can now share music with a passenger who has a BT Mini.

• Voice assistant activation during music playback: With a double click on the central button, you can activate the voice assistant without pausing the music.

• Volume adjustment: The volume change speed has been significantly improved, now much faster when holding down the volume + or volume - buttons.

• Command modifications: Pairing reset has been modified (to prevent accidental activation), and a next-track command has been introduced for better alignment with the previous-track command.

• Filter for third-party device interference: During intercom pairing, there will now be fewer interferences.

• Bug fix: Adjusted battery voltage level for a fully charged battery (solid blue light).

BTR1 Advanced 3.02

The BTR1 Advanced represents the evolution of Midland single-processor intercoms, now offering an innovative feature called "Parallel Audio," which dramatically enhances the motorcycle communication and entertainment experience.

With this function, you can listen to music and GPS instructions in the background while talking via intercom, without interruptions—just like in dual-processor models.

BTR1 Advanced 3.02 firmware main improvements (all BTR1 Advanced devices can access this update):

• Parallel Audio: Music and GPS apps (A2DP audio) are now in the background during intercom communication (FM radio also runs in the background). Talk with your friends while listening to music and GPS directions.

• Simplified user interface:

  • In phone mode, a double click allows you to access intercom mode controls.

  • In intercom mode, a double click allows you to access phone mode controls.

  • In FM radio mode, a double click allows you to access intercom controls. If you pause FM radio, voice dialing is available.

• Improved connection stability with Zumo XT/XT2: Now supports background pairing via the volume - button.

• Enhanced compatibility with TomTom Rider 550: Now the device must be paired using volume + and set to A2DP audio, while the phone must be paired using volume -.

• Optimized OBI protocol for Cardo device compatibility: Now parallel audio is possible even when paired with a Cardo, and intercom distance has improved.

• Improved compatibility with SENA intercom: You can now use the intercom pairing procedure on both devices.

• Synchronized volumes: No more worrying about low phone volume—it's now automatically synced with the unit.

• Music sharing activation modified: First, open the intercom, then press the "down" button for 3 seconds. Imagine a conversation like:

  • "Hey, want to listen to Daft Punk?"

  • "Yes, let's go!"

With this firmware update, BT Mini and BTR1 Advanced become even more versatile and powerful, enhancing the riding experience with new features for music, communication, and compatibility with other brand devices like Cardo and SENA.

Update your intercom now and download the quick guide in your language to discover all the details of the new features!