Funkwerk EGO TALK Operating Manual

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English

Operating Manual

EGO TALK

Funkwerk Dabendorf reserves the right to modifi cations in the course of technological progress and deviations from the
delivery scope! All rights reserved! Reproduction, in whole or in part, is only permitted with the prior written consent of
Funkwerk Dabendorf GmbH!

List of contents

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1 LIST OF CONTENTS 3
2 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS 5
3 INTRODUCTION / FOREWORD 6
4 SAFETY NOTES 7
5 SCOPE OF DELIVERY / PACKAGE CONTENT 8
6 INSTALLATION GUIDE 9

6.1 Determination of required confi guration 9

6.1.1 Vehicle 9

6.1.2 Telephone 9

6.1.3 Muting (Radio Muting) 9

6.1.4 Upgrading existing Funkwerk hands-free installations to EGO TALK 9

6.1.5 Add-on speakers / car audio telephone connection 10

6.1.6 Car audio line-in 10

6.2 Installation locations 10

6.2.1 Checking cable lengths 10

6.2.2 Selection of the point of installation for the electronics box 10

6.2.3 Selection of the point of installation for the microphone 11

6.2.4 Selection of the point of installation for the control console 12

6.3 Installation 12

6.3.1 Mounting the electronics box 12

6.3.2 Mounting the microphone 13

6.3.3 Mounting the control console 13

6.4 Connection scheme 14

6.5 Installation of the ISO connecting cable 16

6.5.1 Checking the mute inputs 16

6.5.2 Checking the installation 18

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6.5.3 Additional external speakers 18

6.6 Connecting the components to the electronics box 19

6.7 Operational test 21

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7.1 Features 22

7.1.1 Overview of features 22

7.2 Symbols 22

7.3 Getting started 24

7.3.1 About Bluetooth© technology 24

7.3.2 On / Off function 25

7.3.3 Coupling 25

7.3.4 Automatic connection 25

7.4 Calling 26

7.4.1 Incoming call 26

7.4.2 Outgoing call 26

7.5 Audio Player 26

7.5.1 Coupling 26

7.5.2 Play / Pause 27

7.5.3 Stop 27

7.5.4 Skip features 27

7.6 Volume 27

8 SERVICE 28

OPERATING MANUAL 22

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9 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 30
10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 32
11 CERTIFICATION 32
12 CONFORMITY STATEMENT 33
13 HOTLINE 35

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List of illustrations

Fig. 01 Scope of delivery 8

Fig. 02 Signal orientation of Bluetooth® antenna 10

Fig. 03 Installation location for electronics box 11

Fig. 04 Installation location for microphone 11

Fig. 05 Installation dimensions of electronics box 12

Fig. 06 Connecting the Mini-ISO-connector 15

Fig. 07 Installation procedure 16

Fig. 08 Type-dependent pin allocation 17

Fig. 09 Plug wiring scheme 17

Fig. 10 Connection system 17

Fig. 11 a/b Changing power supply wiring 18

Fig. 12 Connecting external loudspeakers 19

Fig. 13 Connecting the electronics box 20

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Introduction/Foreword

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Congratulations on your new EGO!

EGO TALK is the intelligent entry-level solution for telephone use in your car: simple to operate, elegant and compact
– with Bluetooth and audio enjoyment, too. EGO TALK has an integrated MP3 playback function for your mobile phone,
your iPod™ or any other MP3 Player. Enjoy your favourite tracks on your car’s audio speakers, in superb stereo sound.

The installation of your EGO TALK in your car requires specialized knowledge and skills. We therefore recommend that
the installation be performed by a qualifi ed professional.

Before installation in your car, please make sure that your mobile phone is fully compatible with EGO TALK. If you are
uncertain, please consult your dealer or a qualifi ed workshop. Our service team will also be happy to help you with any
information you may require. Further information on compatibility between EGO TALK and various mobile phones can be
found on our website.

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Safety notes

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1. Incorrect installation – Incorrect installation may lead to damage to the units and/or your car! Specialized knowledge
and skills are required for installing the system. We strongly recommend that the system be installed by a qualifi ed
professional.

2. Risk of injury – Unsuitable installation locations may become a source of injury in an accident situation, or may inhibit the
correct functioning of essential safety equipment. Please carefully read the notes in the „Installation“ chapter carefully!

3. Risk of injury/material damage – the removal of vehicle lining with sharp or pointed objects may lead to injuries or
material damage.

4. Road safety risk – Diverted attention can lead to dangerous situations in traffi c. Even when using hands-free phone
systems, your complete attention must be paid to the current traffi c conditions. It is always advisable to avoid
phone calls while driving in diffi cult traffi c situations!

5. Damage to airbags – An incorrect installation location may cause damage to, or inhibit the correct function of, your
airbags. Do not install the components within the deployment area of the airbags!

6. Insulation damage – Damaged insulation can lead to equipment and wiring damage. The cables and leads may not be
under tension when installed. Install the cables and leads in such a way as to avoid pinching or abrasion.

7. Polarity and shorting damage – Cables connected with reversed polarity, or in such a way as to produce a short
circuit, can lead to serious damage to your equipment. Before commencing installation, make sure that the car
battery is disconnected.

8. Damage to essential vehicle components – Essential vehicle components or wiring can be damaged when drilling
mounting holes or screwing in self-threading screws. Please make sure there is always suffi cient space behind the
screw holes and drilled holes!

9. Interference with on-board electronics – Despite the extreme protection against interference, incorrect installation
can lead to interference with the vehicle electronic systems. Please read the vehicle manufacturer’s notes to this
effect!

10. Appropriate use – This equipment is intended solely for use with mobile telephones in motor vehicles.

11. Damage caused by inappropriate replacement parts – Inappropriate spare or replacement parts may lead to
malfunctions. Please use only the approved parts listed in the section „Spares parts and accessories“!

12. Road safety risk – For your own safety, never initiate the coupling procedure while your vehicle is in motion!

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Scope of delivery / package content

Safety Instructions

1. Improper installation – Improper installation may cause damages to the unit or to the v

abilities. We therefore strongly recommend to have the installation one by a professional.

2. Personal
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Inappropriate places for the installation may cause personal injuries in

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[1] Electronics box
[2] Control console
[3] Microphone
[4] ISO-cable for connection to the car electrical system
[5] Adapter cable
[6] Self-adhesive pad
[7] Quick guide
[8] Safety manual

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PLEASE MAKE SURE THE CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE is complete. If any parts are missing, please don‘t hesitate to
contact our service hotline team: (+1) 858.566.2170, Mon – Fri, 8 AM to 5 PM (PST)

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Fig. 01:
Scope of Delivery

Installation guide

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6.1 Determination of required confi guration

Before installation of your EGO TALK, please note which features and connection options are provided by your car audio
system. It is advantageous when your audio has the following: a muting function, phone input and line-in. You can fi nd out
which of these input options your audio system has in the documentation provided.

6.1.1 Vehicle

The hands-free system may only be installed in vehicles with a negative grounded, 12 V electrical system. If no car audio is
installed, an add-on speaker will be required. For the installation of the optional charging cradle, you will require a model­specifi c mounting that may be purchased from a specialist dealer

6.1.2 Telephone

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A Bluetooth
telephones online at www.fwd-online.de.

6.1.3 Muting (radio muting)

The muting function (Radio Muting) ensures that the audio sound is turned off during telephone calls. The system
supports the muting function. Your car`s audio documentation will show whether your car audio has a mute option. If your
car audio is not equipped with a muting option, you can install the optionally available Stereo Mute Box to facilitate speaker
muting.

-compatible telephone must be available for use with this system. You can fi nd a list of supported Bluetooth®

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6.1.4 Upgrading existing Funkwerk hands-free installations to EGO TALK

The adapter cable is the ideal and simple solution for customers who already own a Funkwerk hands-free system (e.g.
Audio 2000, 3000, Audio blue, Audio com, Audio compact) and would like to upgrade to EGO TALK. The adapter cable
connects the ISO cable of your existing Funkwerk hands-free system to the EGO TALK.

NOTE! This simple upgrade is only possible for installations without a Stereo Mute Box. When installing your EGO TALK with
a Stereo Mute Box, the ISO cable from the Stereo Mute Box is to be used for the connection to the car’s electrical system.

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6.1.5 Add-on speakers / Car audio telephone connection

The car’s loudspeakers are transferred to the system is by means of switch contacts. These are designed for a peak power
handling of 35 W (Sinus). Loudspeaker power handling exceeding 35 W leads to premature wear on the switching contacts.
For higher outputs, use the telephone connection of the car audio or a 5 W / 4-Ohm satellite speaker. This port is only
designed for voice reproduction.

6.1.6 Car audio line-in input

A car audio with a line-in input option is required for music reproduction in stereo. As an alternative to line-in, the car
audio may have a mini-ISO port (block connector C), a 0.14 in jack socket or a RCA input socket. An appropriate adapter
lead is required for the connection between the EGO TALK line-out and the line-in version of your audio system. If your
car audio system has no line-in option, you can employ the optionally available Stereo Mute Box for stereo reproduction in
combination with your car’s front speakers.

6.2 Installation locations

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RISK OF INJURY! Unsuitable installation locations may become a source of injury in an accident (or emergency braking)
situation, or may inhibit the correct functioning of essential safety equipment.

6.2.1 Checking cable lengths

Before you’ve securely installed the components, check that
the installation locations have been selected in such a way
that the cable length is suffi cient to connect the individual
components.

6.2.2 Selection of the installation location for the
electronics box

The Bluetooth
phone is installed in the electronics box. The antenna
transmits directionally towards the front. For this reason,

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antenna for the connection to the mobile

Fig. 02:
Signal transmission of
the Bluetooth® antenna

during installation, ensure that the antenna faces into
the passenger cell (see Fig. 02). Vertical mounting is
ideal. Metallic screening between the front panel and the
passenger cell, such as metal or metallised plastic panels,

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are unsuitable and may interfere with the Bluetooth
connection. Locations behind the dashboard or in a metal­lined glove compartment are also unsuitable.

A covering in plastic, fabric or wood presents no problems
whatsoever.

Suitable locations for the electronics box:
Passenger side, next to the middle console under the
paneling, model-specifi c installation console (dealer).
Our suggested installation locations are shown in the illustration on the right.

Further unsuitable locations are:
Leg and knee height, potential head impact zone, airbag infl ation space, engine compartment

6.2.3 Selection of the point of installation for the microphone

Fig. 03:
Installation locations
for the electronics box

Suitable for the microphone:
Where voice can reach the microphone unhindered (distance
between the speaker and the microphone should be
approx. 13.78 in), on the A-column (between windshield and
driver’s side window), next to the driver‘s sun visor, on the
dashboard

Unsuitable for the microphone:
Close to the speakers (less than 31 in), under the dashboard,
in the air stream from open windows or air vents.

Fig. 04:
Installation location
for microphone

The illustration shows
one of the potential
microphone mounting
locations. Alternatively,
the microphone may
be attached to the
sun visor with the clip
provided.

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