Cardo SCAL-RIDER FM User Manual

scala-rider FM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 4

FEATURES ......................................................................................................... 5

DEFINITIONS ..................................................................................................... 6

2. SAFETY ...................................................................................................................... 6

INTERFERENCE WITH OTHER DEVICES ....................................................... 9

Pacemakers ........................................................................................................ 9

Hearing Aids ........................................................................................................ 9

Other Medical Devices ........................................................................................ 9

3. RETAIL BOX CONTENTS ..........................................................................................10

4. COMPONENTS ..........................................................................................................11

5. BEFORE USING ........................................................................................................11

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................................12

TURNING ON THE HEADSET FOR THE FIRST TIME ......................................12

RECONNECTING THE HEADSET TO A PAIRED PHONE ................................13

ATTACHING THE SCALA-RIDER FM UNIT TO YOUR HELMETS ...................14

REMOVING THE HEADSET FROM THE HELMET............................................16

6. HANDLING CELLPHONE CALLS ..............................................................................16

INITIATING CALLS BY USING YOUR PHONE’S KEYPAD ...............................16

VOICE DIALING .................................................................................................17

ANSWERING CALLS (INCLUDING VOICE COMMAND FEATURE) .................17

TERMINATING CALLS .......................................................................................18

VOLUME CONTROL ..........................................................................................19

CALL REJECT.....................................................................................................20

REDIAL ...............................................................................................................20

7. VOICE COMMAND (VC) FEATURE ..........................................................................20

ENABLE/DISABLE THE VOICE COMMAND FEATURE ....................................21

ANSWERING CALLS USING VOICE COMMAND .............................................21

REJECTING CALLS USING VOICE COMMAND ...............................................22

8. OPERATING THE RADIO ..........................................................................................22

9. UNDERSTANDING THE STATUS LIGHTS AND SOUND SIGNALS .........................25

STATUS LIGHTS .................................................................................................25

TONES ................................................................................................................25

10. SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS ......................................................................................26

11. FAQS ...........................................................................................................................27

12. TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................30

13. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................34

14. FCC NOTICE ..............................................................................................................35

15. EUROPEAN CE NOTICE ...........................................................................................36

16. LIMITED WARRANTY.................................................................................................36

17. REGISTRATION FORM .............................................................................................43

1. Introduction

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the scala-rider FM™ Bluetooth headset for motorcycle helmets. Now you can wear your helmet while talking hands-free on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone, as well as listen to the radio.

If you are using a standard non-Bluetooth mobile phone, you can still enjoy the headset’s advantages by connecting our optional BTA II Bluetooth Adapter to your mobile phone (purchased separately).

The scala-rider FM is compatible with the latest Bluetooth version 1.2 specifications, and works equally well with Bluetooth version 1.1.

Please read and familiarize yourself with all the instructions, components and controls of your headset prior to first use.

For safety reasons we strongly recommend not to conduct phone calls above 80 km/h (50 mph). Safe driving requires your complete attention and in particular at higher speeds. Also, the audio quality of your headset deteriorates with higher speeds, causing additional distraction from the traffic around you.

Please refer to the waiver conditions at the end of this manual.

We wish you an enjoyable and safe scala-rider FM experience.

Features

• For maximum safety, most operations are hands-free, allowing you to keep your hands on the handle-bars.

• Easy to attach to helmet

• High-capacity, rechargeable Li-Po battery provides extended talk time of up to 9.5 hours and in excess of one week standby time.

• Universal Travel charger 110/240V 50/60Hz

• Supports hands-free and headset profiles

• Calls can be answered and terminated from either the headset or from your mobile phone (subject to your phone's capabilities).

• Calls can be initiated from your mobile phone; audio will be heard on the headset*

• 2-year Limited Warranty.

* Some phones require that you press briefly CTRL to transfer the call

Definitions

BT Bluetooth

CTRL Control Button on the headset

2. Safety

IMPORTANT The scala-rider FM is a water-resistant device, designed

for use under moderate rain and snow conditions. However, the headset is not waterproof and should not be used under severe weather conditions. The cover tongue protecting the charging jack should be kept tightly closed at all times to prevent moisture from entering the device.

Observe the following safety precautions when using your headset:

• Carefully read and understand the instructions in this manual.

• Follow all instructions and warnings labeled and marked in this manual.

• Use a cloth to clean the headset. DO NOT use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

• Use caution when using your headset near water such as bathtubs, sinks, or swimming pools.

• Do not expose your headset to extreme temperature, moisture, or high voltage.

• Your headset is rugged, but can be damaged or broken if not handled with care.

• Do not expose headset to liquids, nor place heavy objects on it.

• Do not disassemble the product or any of its components for any reason, as this will void the warranty and may damage the electronic circuits. If assistance is needed, contact the store from which you have purchased the product, visit our website at www.cardowireless.com or contact us via e-mail at: support@cardosystems.com.

To reach us via phone, please call: In the U.S. Toll-free: 1-800 488-0363 or 412 788-4533. In Europe and International: +49 89 450 36-819

NOTE: Prior to contacting us, make sure that you have a valid registration number available.

• Discontinue the use of your headset if:

• Your headset is damaged.

• Liquid has been spilled into the headset.

• Your headset has been dropped and the case has been damaged.

• Your headset exhibits a distinct change in performance.

• Your headset does not operate normally and adjusting the controls does not resolve the issue.

• Disconnect your headset from the wall charger if:

• Liquid has been spilled into the charger or headset.

• The wall charger does not operate normally after following the operating instructions.

• Your wall charger has been dropped and the case has been damaged.

• The wall charger exhibits a change in performance.

Interference With Other Devices

Most electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals that emanate from your wireless equipment.

Pacemakers

The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of about six inches (16 cm) be maintained between a mobile phone or a headset and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. Be sure not to interfere with the functionality of personal medical devices.

Hearing Aids

Some digital headsets may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you should consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device and/or your physician to determine if it is adequately shielded from interference caused by external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

3. Retail Box Contents

Headset

Clamp (with microphone and speaker)

If you use more than one helmet, you may consider purchasing additional clamps from our online store (www.cardowireless.com)

Wall Charger

Allen Wrench

Velcro Pad, Small Sponge for Microphone

Travel Pouch

Extention Pad

User Guide which includes Warranty and Registration form

4. Components

Status Light

Control Button

Button serves as:

• Reject / Redial / End Button

• Radio Button

Volume Up

Microphone

Sliding Plate

Press on Tab to release headset

Sliding Panel

Headset

Charging Jack

Volume Down

Clamp

Speaker

5. Before Using

Make sure that the headset is fully charged for at least four hours before initial use. Subsequent charging should take two to three hours.

1. Connect the wall charger to Charging Jack of the headset (located between the two Volume Control buttons).

2. While charging, the red status light illuminates. When charging is complete the light will turn off.

General Instructions

All headset functions are controlled either by:

• Pressing the Control or Radio Button either for a short period of

less than a second or for a long period of over three seconds

• Pressing the volume up and volume down buttons.

Turning on the Headset for the First Time

In order for the headset to work with your cellular phone, they must first recognize each other. This process is called “pairing”, and only needs to be performed once for each phone.

1. Turn on your phone and make sure it’s Bluetooth function is activated.

2. With the Headset turned off, press and hold the Control Button until the red and blue status lights begin rapidly alternating.

3. Search for Bluetooth devices on your phone by following the phone’s instructions.

4. After a few seconds the phone will list the scala-rider FM as a discovered device. Select it and follow your phone’s instructions to accept the pairing.

5. When prompted enter 0000 (four zeros) as your PIN or passkey.

6. Your phone will confirm that pairing has succeeded.

Note: If pairing is not completed within two minutes the headset will

return to standby mode and you must repeat the pairing process.

Your Headset can pair with up to eight phones, and will automatically bond with the last phone connected to the Headset.

Reconnecting the Headset to a Paired Phone

Although you may have previously paired your headset to your phone, each time you turn one of them off, some phones require that you re-establish the link. Reconnecting may also be necessary when your headset and phone have lost the radio signal because the distance between them has exceeded 30 feet or 10 meters or major obstacles have come in the way. After you have turned on your headset and mobile phone, there are several methods to re-establish the link if needed:

• Assuming your mobile phone has voice activation capablity, press

briefly the headset’s CTRL button to activate voice dial. A signal on your phone’s screen will indicate that the link is re-established.

• Do nothing. Once a call is received, answer by pressing the CTRL

button.

• With some mobile phones you should refer to your phone’s menu

and/or manual.

• The most likely solution is to simply turn the headset off. Then turn

it on again after several seconds and tap CTRL.

Attaching the scala-rider FM Unit to Your Helmet

1. Use the enclosed Allen

Wrench to loosen the two screws on the Back Plate of the clamp.

Back Plate

2. Slide the Back Plate

between the internal padding and the external shell of the helmet. If the external shell is too wide use the extension pad.

3. Adjust the clamp’s location

so that the microphone is located at the corner of your mouth, and then tighten the screws. Attach the speaker to the Velcro on the inside of your helmet opposite your ear, or use the supplied Velcro pad if needed.

4. Slide the headset

downwards along the sliding panel until a clicking sound indicates that the headset is locked in place.

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