Axon AX1034 User manual

Axon Fleet 3 Wireless
Microphone
Installation and User
Manual
Models: AX1034, AX1035
Document Revision: TBC
Dec 2021

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Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................5
Getting to know the Axon Fleet 3 Wireless Microphone......................................................................6
Lapel Microphone Accessory...........................................................................................................7
Axon Wireless Microphone Mounts .......................................................................................................9
Mounting Information and Recommendations ..........................................................................10
Clip Mount .......................................................................................................................................11
Magnetic Mount..............................................................................................................................11
Wireless Microphone Operation..............................................................................................................14
Pairing a Wireless Microphone with the Charging Base ....................................................................14
Operating Modes ....................................................................................................................................14
BUFFERING Mode (turning on the wireless microphone)..........................................................14
EVENT Mode ....................................................................................................................................14
Muting Audio Recording ........................................................................................................................15
Charging the Battery ..............................................................................................................................15
Firmware Updates ..................................................................................................................................15
Notification Reference Tables..................................................................................................................16
Audio Prompts ........................................................................................................................................16
LED Status................................................................................................................................................17
Operation LED.................................................................................................................................17
Function LED ...................................................................................................................................17
Battery LED ......................................................................................................................................17
Installation..................................................................................................................................................18
Axon Fleet 3 Wireless Microphone Contents ......................................................................................18
Installing the Charging Base ..................................................................................................................20
Troubleshooting and Other Information................................................................................................21

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Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................21
Technical Support ...................................................................................................................................21
Warranty Policy .......................................................................................................................................21
Warnings ..................................................................................................................................................21
Radio Waves ............................................................................................................................................21
Compliance Marks ..................................................................................................................................23

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Introduction
The Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone works with the Axon Fleet 3 camera system to provide
audio for Axon Fleet 3 camera videos. The wireless microphone is not a stand-alone
recording device. Before first use, the wireless microphone must be paired to the vehicle’s
junction box. On subsequent uses, the wireless microphone will automatically connect to the
junction box when both are powered on.
The video recordings will indicate whether audio was sourced from the local front camera
microphone or the wireless microphone. If a video recording was started and audio source
changed during the recording, the audio source will also be indicated each time it changes.
When multiple wireless microphones are in operation:
• The Hub can be paired to two wireless microphones.

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Getting to know the Axon Fleet 3 Wireless Microphone
The following images show the different components on the Axon Fleet 3 wireless
microphone, TBD
Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone front
If the battery status button is pressed, the battery LED displays the battery status for
approximately 10 seconds and then resumes displaying the EVENT mode. CHECK TO MAKE
SURE THIS IS RIGHT
Charge Status or Function Enabled
Battery LED
40%-100%
Green*
20%-39%
Green*
<20%
Green*
Fully charged
Green**
Charging in progress (>20%)
Yellow**
Charging in progress (<20%)
Red**
Buffering Mode
Blinking Green***
Event Mode
Blinking Red***
*When Battery status button is pressed
**When charging
***When configured to mirror operation LED

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TBD
Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone top
Connection Socket – Used to recharge wireless microphone battery and for connecting the
optional lapel microphone.
Function LED – Displays when certain functions are enabled.
Function Enabled
Function LED
In Pairing Mode
Blinking yellow
Error
Solid red
Operation LED – Mirrors Axon Fleet 3 front camera operating mode, except for error state.
When initially powering on the wireless microphone, the Operation LED will remain solid red
until the wireless microphone is placed in pairing mode.
Operating Mode
Operation LED
Recording
Blinking red
Buffering
Blinking green
Booting up/powering down
Error state**
Solid red
(**When Function LED also is solid red)
RF link is broken (out of range)
Blinking Yellow
Lapel Microphone Accessory

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Lapel microphone accessory
The Axon wireless microphone supports the option to use a lapel microphone, which can be
located on the uniform remote from the wireless microphone device. When connected, the
on-board microphone is disabled and the lapel microphone functions as the sole audio input
source. Only Axon supplied lapel microphones will function with the Axon wireless
microphone.
To connect the lapel microphone, insert the lapel microphone 2.5mm jack into the
connection socket on the top of a compatible wireless microphone.
TBD
Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone top
When the wireless microphone is on, a short (approximately 1-second) beep is emitted when
the lapel microphone jack is fully inserted, indicating the connection is made. The same beep
is emitted when the jack is removed from the connection socket.
When the wireless microphone detects a short in the cable, a longer beep (approximately 5
seconds) is emitted. The wireless microphone will revert to the on-board microphone when
a short is detected. If you hear a 5-second beep when inserting a lapel microphone cable,
replace your lapel microphone.
The connection socket is susceptible to water intrusion that could affect audio performance.
If the lapel microphone is not connected, it is important to protect the connection socket
from water or rain intrusion. Axon supplies a socket plug with a 2.5mm jack that should be
inserted into the connection socket whenever the lapel microphone is not connected.
Connection socket
2.5mm jack
Flexible lanyard

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Socket plug
The socket plug can be attached to the Axon RapidLock mounts using the flexible lanyard by
simply looping the lanyard through an opening in the mount body or looping the lanyard
around the belt clip, as shown in the figures below.
Please note that the socket plug may cause the wireless microphone to emit a long
(approximately 5-second) beep when inserted. This is not an indication of failure condition
and should be ignored.
IMPORTANT: Previous versions of the Axon wireless microphone are not compatible with
the lapel microphone accessory and do not have the same water susceptibility concern
regarding the connection socket. To easily identify which version of the wireless microphone
you have, look for the following laser-engraved symbol on the top of the wireless
microphone adjacent to the connection socket. If the symbol is present, it is lapel
microphone capable. If not, it is an earlier version that is not lapel microphone capable.
Axon Wireless Microphone Mounts
The Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone is designed to work with the Axon RapidLock
mounting system. The Axon RapidLock mounting system consists of the attachment piece,

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called the key, on the wireless microphone and the various mounting options including the
attachment receiver, called the lock.
To engage the Axon RapidLock mount, insert the key of the wireless microphone into the
lock of the mount and turn the microphone 90 degrees counterclockwise (when you are
looking straight at the mount). To release the wireless microphone from the mount, turn the
wireless microphone 90 degrees clockwise.
There are various mounts that use this system and they can be used with a wide variety of
uniforms, and hold the wireless microphone to your shirt, patrol vest, jacket, or belt.
The two mounts discussed here are the Clip Mount and the Magnetic Mount.
Mounting Information and Recommendations
The following list provides additional information and recommendations for mounting the
wireless microphone.
• The Thick Outerwear Magnetic Mount, SKU 74021, should not be used with the
wireless microphone. The significant amount of metal present in this mount
diminishes wireless microphone range.
• Axon recommends mounting the wireless microphone as high as possible on the
chest for best microphone performance.
• If an officer’s typical workflow is to approach stopped vehicles on the driver side of
the vehicle, Axon recommends mounting the wireless microphone on the right side
of the body. Conversely, if the typical workflow is approach to the passenger side, it
is recommended to mount the wireless microphone on the left side of the body.
• After a mounting location is selected, officers should test access to other officer-
worn equipment to ensure the wireless microphone does not interfere with access
or use of the equipment.

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Clip Mount
The clip mount provides a quick and easy way to mount the wireless microphone on your
patrol vest, jacket, or belt.
1. Insert the key on the back of the wireless microphone into the lock.
2. Twist the wireless microphone 90 degrees counterclockwise.
3. Slide the clip mount on your patrol vest, jacket, or belt.
Magnetic Mount
Axon RapidLock
attachment receiver (lock)
Axon RapidLock
magnetic back

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Magnetic Mount Assembly and Use
1. Insert the key on the back of the wireless microphone into the lock.
2. Twist the wireless microphone, 90 degrees counter-clockwise.
3. Place the magnetic back underneath the shirt, patrol vest, or whatever you are using.

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4. Hold the back in place and place the Axon RapidLock mount over the back. Magnetic
attraction will hold the wireless microphone in place.

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Wireless Microphone Operation
Before using an Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone, ensure it is fully charged and configured.
Pairing a Wireless Microphone with the Charging Base
Insert the Wireless Microphone into the Charging Base. This will pair the two until a new
Microphone is inserted (except during recording).
Operating Modes
The Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone has two operating modes:
• BUFFERING (turning on the wireless microphone and starting pre-event buffering)
• EVENT (event recording)
BUFFERING Mode (turning on the wireless microphone)
• Move the Power Switch on the wireless microphone to the ON position.
The wireless microphone conducts start-up checks and syncs mode indications with the
front camera. When the front camera begins BUFFERING, the Operation LED on the
wireless microphone will blink green.
EVENT Mode
• When you need to record, quickly double-press the EVENT button on the wireless
microphone.
The moment you double-press the EVENT button, both video and audio will be recorded.
This will continue throughout the duration of the recording until you terminate the
recording.
Recording can also be started using Axon View XL, momentarily pressing the EVENT
button on Axon Fleet 3 front camera, or when the Axon Signal Vehicle unit sends a signal.
The wireless microphone provides you with indications that it is recording in EVENT
mode:
• At the start of an event and every 2 minutes during an event, the wireless
microphone beeps twice.

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• The Operation LED on top of the camera blinks red.
Recordings can only be stopped using Axon View XL or the Axon Fleet 3 Front camera EVENT
button.
Muting Audio Recording
If your system administrator has configured your Axon Fleet 3 system to do so, you can use
the function button to disable audio recording during an event. This feature may be useful in
sensitive situations.
• Press and hold the Function button for 3 seconds to mute the audio capture.
Press and hold the Function button another 3 seconds to re-enable the audio recording.
ADD MORE HERE
Charging the Battery
A fully charged Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone battery should provide enough power for
approximately 12 hours of normal operation. Recharging a battery after a 12-hour use can
take up to TBD hours if you are recharging your wireless microphone from the Charging
Base.
ADD MORE
Firmware Updates
Firmware updates for the Axon Fleet 3 Wireless Mic and Charging Base are made through
the Fleet 3 Hub.

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Notification Reference Tables
This section list all the audio, vibration, and LED indications associated with the Axon Fleet 3
wireless microphone.
Audio Prompts
The Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone emits beeping sounds called “audio prompts” to notify
you of the system status. The audio prompts are accompanied by a vibration that matches
the beeps.
MAKE SURE THIS IS ACCURATE
Operating Mode
Audio Notification
Haptic Notification
(Vibration)
Powering on or off
One beep
Once
Recording an event
Two beeps (every 2
minutes)
Twice (every 2 minutes)
The device is ending an event and
returning to BUFFERING mode
One long beep
Once, long duration
Low battery notifications:
• When in BUFFERING mode and battery
has power for 20 minutes or less
• When in EVENT (recording) mode and
battery nearly discharged (the
microphone will shut down within a few
minutes)
Four quick beeps (every 20
seconds)
Four times, quickly
(every 20 seconds)
Front camera memory is full, or the front
camera is not powered on (the camera will
not record)
Three beeps
Three times
RF link is broken (out of range)
One beep (every 10
seconds)
Once (every 10
seconds)
Front camera internal clock is not set
Five quick beeps (every 20
seconds)
Five times, quickly
(every 20 seconds)

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LED Status
Operation LED
The operation LED mirrors Axon Fleet 3 front camera operating mode, except for error state.
When initially powering on the wireless microphone, the Operation LED will remain solid red
until the wireless microphone is placed in pairing mode.
Operating Mode
Operation LED
Recording
Blinking red
Buffering
Blinking green
Booting up/powering down
Error**
Solid red
(**When Function LED also is solid red)
RF link is broken (out of range)
Blinking Yellow
Function LED
The function LED displays when certain functions are enabled.
Function Enabled
Function LED
Pairing mode/Mute
Blinking blue
Error
Solid red
Connected to junction box
Solid blue
Battery LED
While charging in the in-car dock, the battery LED will display charge status as indicated in
the table. Once charge status has reached 100% the LED will shut down after 10 minutes and
will not re-illuminate, while in the dock, until the battery status button is pressed, at which
point it will remain illuminated for 10 seconds.
Charge Status or Function Enabled
Battery LED
40%-100%
Green*
20%-39%
Yellow*
<20%
Red*
Fully charged
Green**
Charging in progress (>20%)
Yellow**
Charging in progress (<20%)
Red**
Buffering Mode
Blinking Green***
Event Mode
Blinking Red***
*When Battery status button is pressed **When charging ***When configured to mirror operation LED

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Installation
This section provides information on the Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphone system contents,
the tools needed for installation, and procedure for installing Axon Fleet 3 wireless
microphone hardware.
Axon Fleet 3 Wireless Microphone Contents
Every Axon Fleet 3 Wireless Microphone system comes with the following parts required for
installation.
One Axon Fleet 3 Wireless Microphone – AX1035
One charging base – AX1034
One lapel microphone accessory – SKU 72025

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The cable exiting the charging dock has two wires: Red for 12VDC power and Black for GND.
The wires come with factory-installed butt-splice terminals.
This cable is 18 feet (6 m) in length and contains the following wires:
18 AWG – Black
18 AWG – Red – 12V power, 2 amp fuse
Two Axon RapidLock mounts
Optionally, your agency can also purchase:
• Additional Axon Fleet 3 wireless microphones
• AB2 Sync cables (for charging from USB)
• Axon Dock with bays for Axon Body 3 cameras, for in station charging of the wireless
microphones

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Installing the Charging Base
Attach the Charging Base to the Fleet 3 Hub.