Scosche BFTAK User Manual

BFTAK

HANDS-FREE BLUETOOTH® INTERFACE FOR SELECT

2005-UP SELECT TOYOTA, SCION, LEXUS VEHICLES

©2010 SCOSCHE INDUSTRIES, INC.

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SI 02/10-BFTAK (3000493)

SAT-READY RADIO IS REQUIRED FOR

ALL APPLICATIONS LISTED BELOW

APPLICATIONS HARNESS APPLICATIONS

Scosche’s BFTAK Bluetooth Interface will allow you to wirelessly communicate with your
Bluetooth enabled celular phone and Stereo Bluetooth transmitters. The BFTAK communi­cates directly with your factory radio allowing you direct control of hands-free, voice dialing,
and A2DP functionality. These interfaces maintain the original integrity of important diagnostic
and safety systems within the vehicle. For up-to-date applications or any Technical asistance
with this product, call Scosche Tech support at [phone] Ext 3.

LEXUS

GS 2006-07
IS250/350 2006-08
RX350 2005-08

SCION

tC 2005-06
xA 2005-06
xB 2005-06
xB 2008-09
xD 2008-09

TOYOTA

4RUNNER 2005-09
AVALON 2005-09
CAMRY 2007-09
COROLLA 2005-09
FJ CRUISER (PREMUIM/JBL RADIOS ONLY) 2007-09
HIGHLANDER 2005-09
LAND CRUISER 2005-07
MATRIX (NON-JBL RADIOS ONLY) 2009
MATRIX 2005-08
PRIUS W/NAVIGATION ONLY 2005-08
RAV4 2006-09
SEQUOUIA 2006-09
SIENNA 2005-09
SOLARA 2005-09
TACOMA (NON-JBL RADIOS ONLY) 2009

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IMPORTANT CELL PHONE DISCLAIMER: READ FIRST!

• SomecellularphonemanufacturersutilizeaBluetooth microprocessor that
unfortunately is not compatible with the BlueFusion system. Some phones
from Palm, LG (Envy/Envy2), Samsung (Impression) and HTC (Omni) have
exhibited operating difficulties with the BlueFusion system. If you own these
models or other models from these manufacturers call Scosche Tech Support
for the latest updated phone incompatibility list. [phone].

• ThisBlueFusiondevicewillpairtoONEphoneattime.

• Duetovariancesincellphonemanufacturing,CallerIDfunctionsmayvary

from what is printed in this manual.

• BlueFusiondoesnotsupportphonebookprofiles.

• Scoschedoesnotguarantee100%compatibilitywithallBluetooth

cellphones.

SAT1

MainMenu

ch001

CH 001

1

VoiceCmd

CH 002

2

Incoming

CH 003

3

Redial

CH 100

6

->SAT

CH 005

5

Outgoing

CH 004

4

Missed

TEXT

TYPE
SEEK

TYPE
SCAN

TYPE

TYPE

SOUND

ASL

BLUEFUSION

WORKS WITH

NAVIGATION RADIOS

AND

NON-NAVIGATION RADIOS

PWR

SAT1

MainMenu

ch001

CH 001

1

VoiceCmd

CH 002

2

Incoming

CH 003

3

Redial

CH 100

6

->SAT

CH 005

5

Outgoing

CH 004

4

Missed

TEXT

TYPE
SEEK

TYPE
SCAN

TYPE

TYPE

SOUND

ASL

BLUEFUSION

RADIO COMPATABILITY

INSTALLATION

NOTE: RADIO ILLUSTRATIONS ABOVE ARE OF TYPICAL. THERE ARE ADDITIONAL
RADIO MODEL/ STYLES THAT ARE COMPATIBLE WITH BLUEFUSION.
YOUR CAR MAY DIFFER.

TECH TIP: When mounting the BFTAK make sure to be clear of all moving

mechanical device that may hit or damage the interface. Keep away from any
hot surface areas like heater ducts direct sun light and metal surface areas that
have the potential of getting hot.

BFTAK INTERFACE INSTALLATION

1. Carefully remove the radio from the dash of the vehicle (For assistance you
can contact Scosche Tech Support at 800-361-3695).

2. Plug the male 12-pin connector of the BFTAK harness into the female 12-pin
port on the back of the radio, then connect the factory male 12-pin connector
into the female 12-pin connector on the BFTAK harness.

3. Plug the male 20-pin connector of
the BFTAK harness into the female
20-pin port on the back of the radio,
then connect the factory male
20-pin connector into the female
20-pin connector on the BFTAK
harness.

4. Plug the male 24-pin connector of
the BFTA harness into the BFTAK
interface.

12 Pin Male Plug

To Factory Harness

12 Pin Factory Male Plug

12 Pin Female Plug

FACTORY

RADIO

Microphone

3 Pin Male Plug

20 Pin Male Plug

20 Pin Female Plug

TECH TIP: Aim the microphone in the direction of the driver’s headrest.

MICROPHONE INSTALLATION:

1. Attach the microphone to the headliner above the rear view mirror.

2. Carefully route the microphone cable behind the headliner and down the “A”
(front most) pillar. Use caution when routing cable and avoid sharp edges or
moving metal parts.

3. Route the cable to the BlueFusion interface location and plug it into the 3-pin
connector on the Scosche “T “harness.

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PAIRING YOUR CELLULAR PHONE

MICROPHONE INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT NOTE: Your Bluetooth cellular phone must be paired with the
BlueFusion system before use. Once the initial pairing process has been
completed, your phone should easily connect and disconnect to BlueFusion
during normal use.

PAIRING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Once the hardware has been properly installed, insert the key and start the
vehicle. The BlueFusion interface needs to read the vehicle’s ignition codes to

properlyinitialize.

2. Press the “AM/SAT”, or “SAT” button on the radio to get to the XM Sat radio
source. NOTE: On Toyota Highlander: PRESS FM2 then AM to access the
SAT Radio source.
3A.Vehicle’s with Satellite Radio installed: Press #6 preset button or touch
the “->Bluefusion” button on Navigation radios to get to BlueFusion screen.
3B. Vehicle’s without Satellite Radio installed. BlueFusion menu screen will
be displayed at this step. You do not have to use Preset #6 Button or the
“->Bluefusion” touch screen button to switch between Satellite and
BlueFusion screens.

4. Once in the BlueFusion mode, you will hear a beep tone indicating that
BlueFusion is in pairing mode. (BlueFusion enters pairing mode automatically
when the Ignition is turned on and no phone is currently paired.)

5. From your phone’s Bluetooth menu, perform a search for new devices (refer
to your cell phone user manual). The phone should display “BlueFusion”

6. Select [pair to] BlueFusion and enter pin code 0000 when prompted. This will
complete the pairing process. (Once your phone paired with BlueFusion, the
beep tones should stop and BlueFusion is now ready for use.)

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USING THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROL

ADDITIONAL PARING NOTES:

•Ifpairingisunsuccessful,repeatsteps1-6above.Ifyouareunabletopair,

please call Tech Support [phone] Ext. 3

•AfteryourphonehasbeeninitiallypairedwithBlueFusion,itshouldeasily

re-connect for future use. Many phones will automatically re-connect to the
BlueFusion system as long as you keep
your phones Bluetooth feature active. If your phone does not freely connect
and disconnect to BlueFusion, consult your phones owner’s manual to check
for addition options that may require enabling.

+

-

MODE

NOTE: The MODE or any other steering wheel
controls are defaulted to send the conversation to
switch back to privacy mode (route the call back
to the cellualar phone).

ANSWER/TRACK FORWARD

END/IGNORE/TRACK BACK

ANSWER/END - Press the track forward button once.
IGNORE - Press and hold the track forward button for 3 sec.
TRACK FORWARD - Press the track forward button once.
TRACK BACK - Press and hold the back button for 3 sec.

AM / SAT

SAT

BAND

6

Seek Forward

ANSWER CALL / SELECT ITEM

MULTI
SELECTOR
(Scroll knob)

FOLDER/TYPE

OR

Multi-Function Knob OR Buttons

SCROLL THROUGH
BLUEFUSION MENUS

SWITCHES BETWEEN XM/SAT
AND BLUEFUSION (from SAT radio source)

ACCESS XM/SAT
BAND (BLUEFUSION)

OR

OR

Seek Back

END CALL / BACK TO PREVIOUS MENU

PRESET
#6

NOTE: On Toyota Highlander
PRESS AM-FM_AM to ACCESS
SAT/BLUEFUSION

USING THE RADIO CONTROLS/ NON-NAV

NOT REQUIRED ON VEHICLES WITHOUT SAT RADIO OR SAT TUNER

/ Up

/ Down

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USING THE RADIO CONTROLS/ NAV SCREEN

NOTE: The radio controls and illustrations in this manual may vary between
vehicle models, years and trim levels. This section is provided as a guide; your
vehicle may differ.

AM / SAT

SAT

BAND

PRESET #6 SWITCHES BETWEEN XM/SAT
AND BLUEFUSION (from SAT radio source)

ACCESS XM/SAT
BAND (BLUEFUSION)

OR

OR

NOTE: On Toyota Highlander
PRESS FM2-AM to ACCESS
SAT/BLUEFUSION

CH 100

6

->SAT or MainMenu

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

DIRECT ACCESS BLUEFUSION MAIN MENU OPTIONS USING
THE TOUCHSCREEN BUTTONS:

CH 001

1

VoiceCmd

PRESET #1 ACTIVATES VOICE DIAL ON
PHONE (Requieres phone with voicedial
capability)

CH 002

2

Incoming

PRESET #2 SELECTS INCOMING CALL
LIST

CH 003

3

Redial

PRESET #3 ACTIVATES REDIAL
(Redials last # automatically)

CH 004

4

Missed

PRESET #4 SELECTS MISSED CALL LIST

CH 005

5

Outgoing

PRESET #5 SELECTS OUTGOING CALL
LIST

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TYPETYPE

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTONS

USE FWD/BACK TO SCROLL THROUGH
NUMBER or SELECTABLE LISTS

6

USING THE RADIO CONTROLS

ACTIVE CALL MENU OPTIONS: (Displayed when phone call is connected):

PRESET #6 ENDS CALL AND SWITCHES
BACK TO RADIO BAND

CH 100

6

2Radio/End

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

CH 001

1

Vol+

PRESET BUTTONS #1 & #4 ADJUST
PHONE CALL VOLUME

CH 004

4

Vol-

CH 003

3

EndCall

PRESET #3 ENDS ACTIVE CALL

CH 005

5

Transfer-to-Headset

PRESET #5 TRANSFERS CALL TO
HANDSET (Privacy mode)

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

CH 002

2

Toggle

PRESET #2 TOGGLES (Switch) BETWEEN
TWO ACTIVE CALLS

TOUCHSCREEN BUTTON

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HANDS-FREE OPERATION

SWITCHING BETWEEN SOURCES

Your BlueFusion system appears as an XM source to the Factory radio. This is
why it is required to go to the XM Radio band first to your BlueFusion screen

While using other sources other than XM (BlueFusion) the interface will
automatically switch to the XM source when you have an incoming phone call.
The radio switches through the sources to find the XM source on the radio,
some audio may bleed through while switching sources. When a phone call
is ended, your radio will NOT automatically switch back to the original source
you were previously on, this feature only works when previously listening to XM
radio. Use the source buttons to switch back to the original source you were
using previously on.

AM

FM

CD

DVD/
NAV

XM Sat

BlueFusion

AUX

AUTO-CONNECT/ DISCONNECT (ENTERING AND LEAVING THE VEHICLE)

When the vehicle is started, BlueFusion will automatically to the phone which it
was last paired. Some cellular phones may not freely disconnect and re-connect
without user input. If you are having difficulty with this process there may be
additional setting required in your particular phone that will set BlueFusion as a
“trusted” device. This operation may vary between phone brands and models.

If you are already on an active call and you enter and start the vehicle,
BlueFusion will automatically switch the call to hands-free mode.

If you are on an active call and the vehicle is turned off, BlueFusion will
automatically transfer the call to the handset.

VOICE DIALING:
NOTE: This feature activates the Voice Dial within your cell phone. (Your phone

must be voice dial compatible). Voice tags or entries are stored in your phone,
not BlueFusion.

TO ACTIVATE VOICE DIAL ON RADIO:

Scroll to Voice dial in BlueFusion main menu and:

FOR NAV RADIOS - Press Preset 3 once to activate voice dial.
FOR NON-NAV RADIOS - Press Preset 2 once to activate voice dial.

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HANDS-FREE OPERATION

HANDS-FREE OPERATION

INCOMING CALLS:

When receiving an incoming call the Factory radio will automatically switch to the
BlueFusion source and display caller number. The BlueFusion system is designed to
display caller ID only. (Some phones may provide additional
message string information and provide a name in place of the calling number. Your
results may vary). BlueFusion does not support Phonebook profile.

TO ANSWER A CALL:

Press Seek Forward once on the steering wheel controls.
Press Seek Forward once from the radio controls.

INCOMING CALLS (BLOCKED NUMBER):

When receiving an incoming call the Factory radio will automatically switch to the
BlueFusion source, however a number WILL NOT display on the screen. Answer the
call using the same buttons as Incoming calls above.

OUTGOING CALLS:

When making an outgoing call directly from the phone, the factory radio will
automatically switch to the BlueFusion source and send hands-free audio through the
factory speakers.

TO MAKE AN OUTGOING CALL FROM BLUEFUSION:

Enter incoming, outgoing, or missed call menus from BlueFusion main menu, scroll to
selected number and press Seek Forward to initiate a call to the chosen number.
FOR NAV RADIOS - Press menu then use the buttons to scroll through
numbers, then simply touch the number on the screen you wish to dial.

ENDING A CALL:

Press Seek Back once on the radio.
Press Seek Back once on the Steering Wheel Control.

FOR NAV RADIOS - Press Preset 3 once to end a call.

IGNORING A CALL:

Press Seek Back once from the Steering Wheel Control.
Press Seek Back once from the radio.

REDIAL LAST NUMBER:

Scroll to redial in BlueFusion main menu and press Seek Forward once to initiate a call
to the last dialed number.

FOR NAV RADIOS - Press Preset 3 once to redial the last number dialed.

TRANSFER TO HANDSET:

To transfer a call to privacy mode you can:
Change the audio source of the radio or power off the radio ONCE THE CALL HAS
BEEN ACCEPTED.
FOR NAV RADIOS - Press Preset 5 once durring an active call.

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SECONDARY AND CONFERENCE CALL HANDLING

BLUEFUSION MAIN FEATURE MENU MAP

When receiving a second call while in an active call the BlueFusion display a
new menu with a list of second call handling functions.

TO ANSWER THE SECOND CALL AND PLACE ACTIVE CALL ON HOLD:

Press Seek forward once on radio.

SWAP CALLS:

(option only present with 2 active phone calls)
From radio scroll to “swap calls” in the menu and press seek forward once.

RELEASE HELD CALL:

On the radio scroll to “Release held call” in the menu and press seek forward
once.

CONFERENCE TWO CALLS:

On the radio scroll to “Conference” in the menu and press seek forward once.

END CURRENT CALL AND ANSWER THE SECOND CALL:

On the radio scroll to “End and receive” in the menu and press seek forward
once.

TO END THE SECOND CALL:

Press Seek Back once on the radio.
Press Seek Back once on Steering wheel control.
(Depending on your phone, when the second call is ended the held call will
either automatically reconnect or it will ring back as a new call.)
for steering wheel control layout)

Note: This flow chart is for visual purposes only. It is NOT a representation of a BlueFusion
video screen or graphics.

Incoming
Calls

Redial

Seek fwd

to list

numbers

Scroll

*Voice dailing feature with voice dial enabled cell phones only. Consult your phone’s user guide.
to determine if your phone is capable. Some phones may require additional setup within the phone
before using this feature.

Seek fwd

to list

numbers

Seek fwd

to list

numbers

Select
number to
call

Seek fwd
dials
number

Outgoing
Calls

Select
number to
call

Seek fwd
dials
number

Missed
Calls

Select
number to
call

Seek fwd
dials
number

Seek fwd
redials last
number

Scroll

Scroll

Scroll

*Voice
Dial

Seek fwd
to activate

Scroll

*NOTE: Touchscreen navigation
versions omits same MENU
steps.

*

*

*

*

*

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A2DP/AVRCP STREAMING AUDIO

A2DP STREAMING AUDIO/ AVRCP REMOTE CONTROLS:

Important Cell Phone Disclaimer: READ FIRST!
BlueFusion will support audio streaming until it is in paired with a cell phone
(whether this is within the same device supporting multiple profiles or two
separate device.

-While streaming A2DP, redial and voice dial functions are DISABLED.

-Volume output through A2DP will vary from device to device, some may have
distortion at full volume and some level control at the device may be necessary.

-The A2DP Audio stream output from Apple iPhone 3GS is too high for the
BlueFusion system and will sound distorted.

PAIRING A2DP FROM YOUR PHONE:

Most phones capable of streaming audio through the A2DP profile will automati­cally pair to this profile when pairing with the hands free profile, otherwise refer
to your phones user manual for pairing instructions.

PAIRING A2DP FROM A SEPERATE DEVICE:

To pair a separate device, such as the Scosche TZ4 or other Bluetooth device,
there must first be a phone paired to the Hands Free profile. Ensure that the
phone is paired only to handsfree profile and not A2DP, refer to your phones
manual for selective pairing functions. Once the phone is paired only to the
hands-free profile you may activate the pairing process from your second
device. Music will start playing once the device has paired.

TRACK FORWARD

TRACK BACK

+

-

MODE

AVRCP CONTROLS:
TRACK FORWARD - Press the track forward button once.

Press the track forward button once on the steering wheel.
TRACK BACK - Press the track back button once.
Press the track back button once on the steering wheel.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

For all issues take the following steps first before moving on to any other trouble

shooting.Thisprocessinsurescompleteinitialization.

1) Turn off vehicle.

2) unplug interface.

3) Enter vehicle and close all doors.

4) Wait until the vehicle computer enters “Sleep” Hibernation.
(After approx. 3 min. Listen for click sound in thee doors).

5)Without opening doors, plug in interface.

6) Start engine.

Unit has been installed properly but BlueFusion screen does not display.
Pair phone and make outgoing phone call from any source. OEM radio will
switch to BlueFusion screen automatically. If this does not occur check vehicle
compatibility chart for your vehicle.

NO AVRCP CONTROL

RANGE ISSUE

DEVICE NOT FOUND

BAD CALL QUALITY

NO SOUND

AUDIO DROP OUTS

Verify that the paired device supports AVRCP functionality.

Bluetooth standard range maxing out at 30 feet, may vary
due to environment.

Delete all previous pairing attempts and try again.
Make sure the cellular is within range of the module (30ft.).

Make sure the signal reception of the cellular phone is strong.

Make sure the module is on and paired to transmitting device.
Make sure the volume is correct, check both the radio and
the transmitting device, and other items within range.

Make sure the transmitting device is at a good battery state.
If the item in on low battery, please recharge.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

NOTE: DUE TO EVERY PHONE HAVING DIFFERENT SOFTWARE AND FUNC­TIONALITY FEATURES, MANY PHONES MAY WORK DIFFERENT WITH THE
BLUETOOTH MODULE OF THE BFTAK. WE RECOMMEND CONTACTING THE
SCOSCHE TECH SUPPORT AT:1-800-621-3695 EXT.3 WITH ANY QUESTIONS.

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This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) This device may not cause interference, and 2) this device must accept
any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused

byunauthorizedmodificationtothisequipment.Suchmodificationcouldvoidtheuser’s

authority to operate the equipment.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Scosche Industries Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 1 year from purchase. This Scosche product is sold with
the understanding that the purchaser has independently determined the suitability of this
product. This warranty is offered to the original purchaser of the product only. This warranty
does not cover the product if physically damaged, subject to negligence or misuse, abuse,
alteration, accident, or an act of GOD. This warranty does not apply to product which has
water or physically damaged by accident or which has been misused, disassembled or
altered.

The original dated sales slip or proof of purchase will establish warranty eligibility. If the
product should prove defective within the warranty period, return the product with proof
of purchase to Scosche Industries Inc. Scosche, at its option, will replace or repair the
product free of charge and return the product postage paid.

In no event shall Scosche Industries, Inc. be responsible for claims beyond the replacement
value of the defective product, or in any way be liable or responsible for consequential or
incidental damages. No empress warranties and no implied warranties, whether for fitness
or any particular use or otherwise, except as set forth above (which is made expressly in
lieu of all other warranties) shall apply to products sold by Scosche. Scosche Industries
cannot be held responsible for discrepancies/inconsistencies that may occur due to
automotive manufacturing changes or option.

FCC