CoachComm Cobalt Plus User manual

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Document Reference: D0000581_A
OPERATING MANUAL
CoachComm, LLC
205 Technology Parkway
Auburn, Alabama 36830 USA
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.coachcomm.com

CONTENTS
Introduction.........................................................................................................................1
Controls................................................................................................................................1
Display Indicators ...............................................................................................................2
Setup....................................................................................................................................2
Battery.................................................................................................................................2
Operation.............................................................................................................................3
Menu Settings.....................................................................................................................5
Device Specifications .........................................................................................................6
Product Care and Maintenance .........................................................................................7
Product Support .................................................................................................................8
License Information ............................................................................................................9
CoachComm Warranty Statement.....................................................................................10

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INTRODUCTION
We at CoachComm want to thank you for purchasing CoachComm Cobalt PLUS. CoachComm Cobalt
PLUS is a compact, economical wireless intercom system that operates in the 900 MHz frequency band
to provide excellent range and performance. The system features small, lightweight beltpacks and
provides excellent sound quality, ease-of-use, and long-life battery operation.
In order to get the most out of your new CoachComm Cobalt PLUS system, please take a few moments
to read this manual completely so that you better understand the operation of this product. For questions
not addressed in this manual, feel free to contact the CoachComm Customer Support Department.
PRODUCT FEATURES
CONTROLS
• Ideally suited for larger stas
• Works great in larger stadiums
• Up to six available Talk
Channels
• Compatible with the Cobalt
PLUS Player Communications
for practice
• Coach-friendly user interface
with large, easy-to-read
display
• 900MHz avoids Wi-Fi
Interference and works better
though press box glass
• Outstanding audio
performance in high noise
environments
• Rugged IP67-rated
construction for all weather
conditions
• No Basestation Required!
• D-1 SmartBoom® Headsets
Master Pack Indicator
Battery
Mode Indicator
Signal Strength
Home/Away Indicator
Talk Indicator
Lock Indicator
User Role
LEDs
Power Button
Talk Button
Headset Connection
USB Charger
Connection
Volume +/– Buttons
Mode Button
OLED Screen
Antenna
Channel Button
(and press and hold for Player
Channel Talk when applicable*)
* See the Operating Manual for more about operation with the Cobalt Plus Player Receiver Pack.
Active Channel
Active Player Channels
Volume Level

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DISPLAY INDICATORS
SETUP
1. Connect a headset to the beltpack. The beltpack headset connection supports dual mini and
single mini headsets. Dual mini connectors can be inserted in either direction. Single mini connectors
can be inserted in either port of the headset connection.
2. Power on. Press and hold the POWER button for three (3) seconds, until the screen turns on.
3. On the Master beltpack, select Home if you are the home team or
Away if you are the visiting team. Use the +and −buttons to toggle
between the options. (Selected option will blink.) Press and hold the
MODE button to save your selection. This setting provides proper
wireless coordination for your other beltpacks and between your team
and another CoachComm Cobalt or Cobalt PLUS team.
4. Maintain optimal line of sight with other beltpacks. The “Head 0”
beltpack is the master (identified with “M” on the OLED) and is required
for all beltpacks to work. For best system performance, use the master
on the sideline near other beltpacks.
BATTERY
The rechargeable Lithium-ion battery is installed in the device. To recharge the battery, either 1) plug
the USB charging cable into the device USB port or 2) connect the device to the drop-in charger
(sold separately). The charging LED in the right top corner of the device will illuminate solid red while
the battery is charging and will turn o once the battery is fully charged. The battery charge time is
approximately 3.5 hours from empty (USB port connection) or approximately 6.5 hours from empty (drop-
in charger). The beltpack may be used while charging, but doing so may lengthen battery charge time.
Master Pack Indicator
Battery
Mode Indicator
Signal Strength
Home/Away Indicator
Talk Indicator
Lock Indicator
User Role
LEDs
Power Button
Talk Button
Headset Connection
USB Charger
Connection
Volume +/– Buttons
Mode Button
OLED Screen
Antenna
Channel Button
(and press and hold for Player
Channel Talk when applicable*)
* See the Operating Manual for more about operation with the Cobalt Plus Player Receiver Pack.
Active Channel
Active Player Channels
Volume Level
Figure 1: Home/Away Selection
Figure 2: Master Pack Indicator

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OPERATION
• LED Modes -
»Left-hand Talk/State LED is blue and double blinks when logged in and single blinks when logged
out.
»Right-hand Charging LED is red when charging in progress. LED
turns o when charging is complete.
• Lock - To toggle between Lock and Unlock, press the TALK and MODE
buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds. When the beltpack is locked, the
“Lock” will be displayed on the screen.
• Volume Up and Down - Use the +and −buttons to control the volume.
“Volume” and a stair-step indicator display the beltpack’s current
volume setting on the OLED.
• Talk - Use the TALK button to enable or disable talk for the device.
“TALK” appears on the OLED when enabled.
»For normal users, use a single, short press to toggle talk on and o.
»For Shared Talk users (Oense S and Defense S), press and hold
while talking to enable it for the device. (Only one Oense S and one
Defense S user can talk at a time.)
Figure 3: Lock Indicator
Figure 4: Volume Setting
Figure 5: Talk Indicator

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• Channel -Cycles between talk channels or accesses player channels
»Talk Channel: Short-press the CHANNEL button to cycle between the coaches’ talk channels
enabled on your beltpack.
Refer to the table below for the available talk channels per Cobalt PLUS user role:
*Only one Oense Shared Talk user and one Defense Shared Talk user can talk at a time.
**Shared Talk IDs (OS and OR) cannot be used at the same time as the last Oense/Defense full-duplex IDs.
»Player Channel: Press and hold the CHANNEL button to communicate to any player channels
enabled on your beltpack.
Refer to the table below for the available player channels per Cobalt PLUS user role:
***When enabled, Head Coach roles can communicate to either Oense or Defense player
channels, depending on what talk channel is currently active on the beltpack.
And so on...
Figure 6: Sample Talk Channel Options for Head Coach User Role
Available Talk Channels
User Roles IDs Oense Defense
A B C A B C
Head Coach H0–H9 üüüüüü
Oense Coach O1–O9 üüü
Oense Shared* OS Shared Talk**
Oense Receive Only OR Listen Only
Defense Coach D1–D9 üüü
Defense Shared** DS Shared Talk**
Defense Receive Only DR Listen Only
Figure 7: Indicator for Enabled
Player Channels
Available Player Channels
User Roles Oense Defense
P1 P2 P3 P4 P1 P2 P3 P4
Head Coach*** üüüüüüüü
Oense üüüü
Defense üüüü

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MENU SETTINGS
The following settings are adjustable from the beltpack menu.
1. To access the menu, press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds, until the screen changes to
<Setting Mode>.
2. Short-press the TALK button to scroll through the settings: Head Coach Number, User role, Talk
Channels, Player Channels, Mic Gain, and Side Tone.
3. While viewing each setting, you may scroll through its options using the VOLUME +/−buttons; then,
continue to the next menu item by pressing the TALK button. See the Table below for the available
options under each setting.
4. Once you have finished your changes, press and hold MODE to save your selections and exit the
menu.
Setting Options Description
Head Coach Number 01–10 Number of head coach user roles available on the system; the
head coach user role is for anyone who needs the ability to
switch between oense and defense talk channels.
User Role* H0–H9
O1–O9
OS
OR
D1–D9
DS
DR
Head Coach 1–10
Oense Coach
Oense Shared
Oense Receive Only
Defense Coach
Defense Shared
Defense Receive Only
Talk Channels
(list of channels depends
on the user role selection)
Talk/Listen
Listen Only
Disable
Determines the behavior of each channel’s talk function
Player Channels
(list of channels depends
on the user role selection)
Talk/Listen
Listen Only
Disable
Determines the behavior of each player channel’s talk function
Mic Gain 1–8 Determines the headset microphone audio level being sent
from the microphone pre amp.
Side Tone On
O
Side tone allows you to hear yourself while talking. Louder
environments may require you to enable your side tone.
*When selected, Head Coach roles default to Oense A and Defense A. Oense roles default to Oense A and Oense
B. Defense roles default to Defense A and Defense B.
RECOMMENDED MIC GAIN
The recommended mic gain setting for best compatibility with SmartBoom® PRO and SmartBoom® LITE
headsets is 1.
TECH MENU - MODE SETTING CHANGE
IMPORTANT! Do not change this setting during a game. Doing so may cause system settings to
malfunction. Contact CoachComm Customer Support for assistance with mode setting if needed.

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DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS
CoachComm Cobalt PLUS Beltpack
Specification* Details
Radio Frequency Type ISM 902–928 MHz
Modulation GFSK with FHSS
Maximum Eective Isotropically
Radiated Power (EIRP)
400 mW
Number of Talk Channels 6
Number of Player Channels 8
Antenna Detachable Type Dipole Antenna
Charge Type USB Micro, 5V 1–2A
Maximum Full Duplex Users 19
Number of Shared Users Unlimited
Number of Listen Only Users Unlimited
Battery Type Rechargeable 3.7 V, 2,000 mA Li-ion fixed battery
Battery Life Approx. 12 hours
Battery Charging Time 3.5 hours (USB cable)
6.5 hours (Drop-in charger)
Dimension / Weight 4.83 in. (H) × 2.64 in. (W) × 1.22 in. (D, with belt clip)
/ 6.35 oz.
Display OLED
*Notice about Specifications: While CoachComm makes every attempt to maintain the accuracy of the information
contained in its product manuals, that information is subject to change without notice. Performance specifications
included in this manual are design-centered specifications and are included for customer guidance and to facilitate
system installation. Actual operating performance may vary. Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications to
reflect latest changes in technology and improvements at any time without notice.

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PRODUCT CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• After the game, power o all beltpacks (hold down the power button). Thoroughly dry o any
moisture. Properly stow away all gear in your case.
• Be sure to fully charge your beltpacks after each use. Charge time: 3.5 hours from dead with USB
cable, 6.5 hours from dead with drop-in charger (sold separately). When charging, LED is red. When
charge complete, LED is o.
• Clean using a soft, damp cloth.
CAUTION! Do not use cleaners that contain solvents. Keep liquid and foreign objects out of the device
openings. If the product is exposed to rain, gently wipe o all surfaces, cables, and cable connections as
soon as possible and allow unit to dry before storing.

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PRODUCT SUPPORT
CoachComm support and service personnel are ready to help you with any issues you may have.
CoachComm oers product support from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Central Time), Monday through
Friday. Customers who annually renew their support plan have access to CoachComm’s gameday and
weekend coverage support hotline as well. (Access this line by dialing our voice number and following
the automated prompts to the After Hours line.) Our company website, www.coachcomm.com, oers
supporting product documentation and live chat for help. All questions should be directed to the
Customer Service department:
CoachComm Customer Service Department
Voice: 1.800.749.2761
Fax: [phone]
Email: customer[email protected]
RETURNING EQUIPMENT FOR REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE
Do not return any equipment directly to the factory without first obtaining a Return Material Authorization
(RMA) Number. All RMA number requests should be directed to the Customer Service department.
Obtaining a Return Material Authorization Number will ensure that your equipment is handled promptly.
All shipments of CoachComm products should be made via UPS, or the best available shipper, prepaid
and insured. The equipment should be shipped in the original packing carton; if that is not available,
use any suitable container that is rigid and of adequate size to surround the equipment with at least four
inches of shock-absorbing material.
All shipments should be sent to the following address and must include a Return Material Authorization
Number:
CoachComm Customer Service Department
Attn: Return Material Authorization #
205 Technology Parkway
Auburn, AL 36830-0500
Battery Shipping Disclaimer: When shipping equipment to CoachComm that includes batteries, it is the
shipper’s responsibility to ensure that batteries are properly packaged, labeled, and shipped according
to local and international guidelines. “Shipper” is defined as the person or school placing the equipment
in the package and oering it to the carrier. Refer to CoachComm’s Lithium-Polymer Battery Shipping
Guidelines document on our website for more information.