Contents
BT Drive Free 414 ..............................................................................................................16
Bluetooth technology ..................................................................................................... 17
Safety and general information ..................................................................................17
Disposal notes ...................................................................................................................18
Scope of delivery ..............................................................................................................18
Installation on the steering wheel .............................................................................18
Overview ............................................................................................................................. 19
Battery information .........................................................................................................19
Charging the battery ....................................................................................................... 20
Switching on/o ............................................................................................................... 21
Registering (pairing) and connecting with the cell phone ............................... 21
Multi-connection function ............................................................................................ 23
Establishing a connection with two cell phones .................................................23
Using the BT Drive Free 414 .......................................................................................... 24
Resetting the BT Drive Free 414 .................................................................................. 26
Light indicators and signal tones ...............................................................................26
Fault removal ..................................................................................................................... 27
Declaration of conformity ............................................................................................. 27
Warranty ..............................................................................................................................27
Technical data .................................................................................................................... 28
BT Drive Free 414
This wireless Bluetooth hands-free system was developed speci cally for
users who want to use their cell phone while driving. The BT Drive Free 414 is
conveniently attached to the steering wheel. The multi-connection function
allows the simultaneous use of the BT Drive Free 414 with two cell phones. Its
improved microphone system and DSP technology for echo cancelling and
noise suppression achieve an excellent hand-free quality.
Bluetooth technology
Bluetooth™ is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, lnc. Bluetooth is a
wireless communication technology with short range. It enables wireless
connections between all compatible portable and stationary communication
devices. The technology is based on a radio connection that ensures a fast
and reliable transmission of voice and data information.
Bluetooth is oriented to the worldwide applicable standard for operating in
the internationally recognised ISM frequency band (Industrial Scienti c &
Medical). Within the ISM band (2.4 GHz to 2.48 GHz), the Bluetooth transmission operates 1600 times per second between 79 di erent frequencies with
a data transmission range of up to 10 metres (Class 2).
Safety and general information
– Carefully read the operating instructions and follow the instructions.
– Observe all locally applicable laws for the use of cell phones and hands-free
systems while driving. Operate the BT Drive Free 414 only if the tra c situation allows it and you are not creating a risk for other tra c participants.
– To avoid any damages and malfunctions, do not drop the device from
an elevated height.
– Protect the device against humidity, water and other liquids. If the device
should have been exposed to water, humidity or other liquids, do not use
it since it may lead to damages of the device and to injuries from electrical
shock or explosion.
– Do not expose the device to extreme heat sources, such as direct sunlight.
This can cause explosions as well as reduce the performance and/or service
life of the battery.
– Do not make any changes or repairs to the device and do not attempt to
disassemble it. (Particularly not on the battery since the risk of explosion
exists.) It will immediately void the warranty.
– Do not place any heavy objects on the device.
– Use only the supplied charger.
– Repairs and service work may be performed only by a quali ed service
centre or the manufacturer.
– In case of extended non-use or thunderstorms, disconnect the device
from the power supply.
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Disposal notes
Use the return and collection systems available to dispose of the old
device.
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery includes:
– BT Drive Free 414
– USB charger cable
– Operating instructions
Overview
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Installation on the steering wheel
Fasten the BT Drive Free 414 to the steering wheel using the Velcro strap.
Firmly pull the Velcro strap together so that the device will not loosen while
driving. Attach the BT Drive Free 414 to the inside circle of the steering wheel
and select a position so that it does not interfere with steering the vehicle.
Warning: The BT Drive Free 414 may not be positioned within the deployment area of an air bag.
MF button (illuminated multifunction button)
Loudspeaker
Decrease volume (–)
Increase volume (+)
Microphone
Charging socket (micro USB port)
Velcro strap for fastening to the steering wheel
Battery information
The device is equipped with an integrated lithium-polymer battery. The
battery cannot be replaced. Do not attempt to remove the battery from the
device since it would damage the device. The full performance of a new battery is not achieved until after two or three complete charging-discharging
cycles. The battery can be charged and discharged several hundred times,
but it looses its capacity over time.
Disconnect the BT Drive Free 414 from the power supply as soon as the
battery is fully charged, since overcharging would reduce the service life of
the battery. A charged battery looses its capacity if it is not used.
Important: Ensure that the battery is fully charged if you do not use the device
for a longer period of time. To avoid a complete discharge of the battery, the
BT Drive Free 414 should be charged at least every 2 months.
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Charging the battery
The BT Drive Free 414 is operated with a rechargeable battery. Charge the
battery completely before its rst use. Read the section "Battery information"
before starting the charging process.
You have to remove the BT Drive Free 414 from the steering wheel for the
charging procedure. The charging socket is located at the side of the housing that rests against the steering wheel. Connect the BT Drive Free 414 with
the vehicle charging adapter via the USB cable. Insert the vehicle charging
adapter into the cigarette lighter of the vehicle. The BT Drive Free 414 can
also be charged with the USB cable connected to the computer.
Note: As soon as the charger is connected, the BT Drive Free 414 switches o .
During the charging process, the MF button lights red. After the battery is
fully charged, the MF button lights blue. The charging process of the battery
lasts approx. 3 hours. Disconnect the BT Drive Free 414 from the charger after
it has been charged.
A completely charged battery supports a talk time of up to 7 hours and a
standby time of up to 300 hours. If the charge state of the battery becomes
low, the MF button ashes red every 3 seconds and you hear a warning beep
every 60 seconds.
Switching on/o
Switching on
To switch the unit on, press the MF button for approx. 3 seconds until you
hear a high-pitched signal tone and the MF button lights blue. Afterwards,
the MF button lights blue and the device is switched on.
Switching o
To switch the unit o , press the MF button for approx. 3 seconds until you
hear a low-pitched signal tone and the MF button lights red. Afterwards, the
device is switched o .
Registering (pairing) and connecting with the cell phone
Before you can use the BT Drive Free 414, you must register and connect it with
a Bluetooth-ready cell phone. Registering is a one-time process and required
only for the rst connection with the cell phone. The BT Drive Free 414 can
be registered with up to eight cell phones and be connected simultaneously
with two cell phones.
NFC smart pairing
The NFC smart pairing procedure is available for BT Drive Free 414 to make
the pairing much simply and quickly.
Please ensure that your mobile phone's OS version is Android 4.1, Windows 8,
Blackberry 7.0 or upper. The NFC sensor usually locates at the back of phone.
– Please enable the NFC function in the setting menu of your phone rst.
– Unlock your phone's screen to enable NFC detection, and touch the NFC
sensor area of BT Drive Free 414 to the back side of mobile phone. The
mobile phone will emit tone prompt if detect the speaker closing, and
the BT Drive Free 414 will turn on and enter pairing mode automatically.
NFC sensor
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