Cardo Systems SCALA RIDER FM - User manual

scala-rider FM TM

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
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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• 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:
[email protected].
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: [phone]
NOTE: Prior to contacting us, make sure that you have a valid
registration number available.
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• 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.
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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.
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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
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4. Components
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.
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Headset
Speaker
Microphone Press on Tab to
release headset
Sliding Plate
Clamp
Sliding Panel
Volume Up
Volume Down
Charging Jack
Status Light
Control Button
Button serves as:
• Reject / Redial / End Button
• Radio Button

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
Or
• 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.
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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:
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• 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
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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.
INCORRECT CORRECT
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Press
here
Removing the Headset From the Helmet
Your headset can be removed
for charging and storage by
pressing your finger gently
against the tab and sliding
the headset up with the other
hand (Figure 1).
Figure 1.
We recommend that you store your Headset in the enclosed carry
pouch when not in use.
6. Handling Cellphone Calls
NOTE: Certain advanced features of the scala-rider FM are only
accessible to phones equipped with the hands-free profile.
Initiating Calls by Using Your Phone’s Keypad
1. Dial the phone number on your phone’s keypad.
2. Press “Talk” or “Send” on your phone to dial the number.
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Voice Dialing
1. Make sure your phone is ON but no call is in progress.
2. Tap the Headset's CTRL button and listen for a tone.
3. Now pronounce the name of the party you wish to call and wait
for feedback from the phone. The type of feedback depends on
your phone.
Answering Calls (Including Voice Command Feature)
The ring tone for incoming calls increases gradually. When you hear
the ring tone (on the headset), there are two ways you can answer
the call:
• Tap the CTRL button on your headset once (Figure 2)
• Assuming the Voice Command feature is active (see Section 7
below), answer the call by pronouncing loudly any word of your
choice within 7 seconds. If you remain
silent for 7 seconds the call will be
automatically rejected and the ringing will
stop.
Figure 2
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Tap on logo
to answer

Terminating Calls
To terminate a call, tap the Reject/Redial/End button, followed by a
tone confirming the termination (Figure 3)
If the other party terminates the call first, no action is necessary.
Wait at least three seconds before pressing the CTRL button to start
voice dialing.
Figure 3
IMPORTANT:
If your mobile phone does not support the handsfree protocol
you will not be able to end calls by pressing the Reject/Redial/End
Button. Instead, please tap the CTRL button to terminate calls.
Tap here to
terminate call
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Volume Control
The scala-rider FM comes equipped with AGC technology to
automatically adjust itself to the optimal speaker volume. Its embedded
sensors continuously measure the ambient noise and driving speed
to make manual adjustment of the volume buttons virtually unnecessary.
Figure 4
You may also adjust the volume any time by pressing the volume
buttons one step at a time. For each step of adjustment, you will hear
a short beep.
Volume
Down
Volume
Up
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Call Reject
While you hear the ring tone on the headset, there are two ways you
can reject the call:
• Tap the Redial/Reject/End button on your headset to reject the call
(Figure 3).
• Assuming the Voice Command feature is enabled (see section 7
below), remain silent for 7 seconds to reject the incoming call.
Redial
While no call is in progress, tap the Redial/Reject/End button on your
headset to redial the last number you have called. (FIG. 3).
7. Voice Command (VC) feature
The VC feature allows you to answer or reject incoming calls by voice
control without having to remove your hands from the handlebars.
The default mode of this feature is ON.
To disable the VC feature, please refer to the following section.
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