Cobalt Digital Inc BLUE-MIC2-KU User manual

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Controls and Connection
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment oand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting.
BLUE-MIC2-KU Bluetooth Microphone Kit
For use with Android and Apple iOS smartphones using the AT&T EPTT app. COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU Made in Taiwan
KIT 3 SHOWN
CHARGING THE BLUE-MIC2-KU LAPEL MICROPHONE
The COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone has an internal Lithium Ion rechargeable battery pack
which must be charged prior to operation. A fully charged battery will provide approximately 10 hours
(or more) of operation before needing to be recharged. However, operating time can vary depending
on usage and the condition of the battery pack. Recharge the battery regularly.
EARPHONE/AUDIO
ACCESSORY
COBALT AV ERBD
shown. Other
earphones/ audio
accessories are
listed below.
CLOTHING CLIP
The alligator-type clip secures
the COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU
lapel microphone to the
user’s clothing during use.
The clip can be rotated to
allow the mic to be better
positioned.
PUSH-TO-TALK
BUTTON
This button is used
to activate
the push-to-talk
feature of the
AT&T EPTT app.
PHONE BUTTON
When the BLUE-MIC2-KU
is paired with a cellular
phone, this button can
be used to manage
phone functions such as
answering
or hanging up a call.
STATUS LED
The status LED ashes
messages that let the
user know the current
status of the device.
For a complete list of
the LED messages, see
page 7.
USB CHARGE JACK
This micro-USB jack is used to connect the supplied charge
cable to the BLUE-MIC2-KU in order to recharge the device’s
internal lithium-ion battery pack.
VOLUME UP/DOWN BUTTONS
These buttons can be used to set the volume level of the
earphone connected to the BLUE-MIC2-KU’s Earphone/Accessory
Jack.
BUILT-IN MICROPHONE
When the BLUE-MIC2-KU is
used with a listen-only
earphone, this microphone
picks up the user’s voice audio
to send over- the-air. When
an accessory containing a
microphone is used, the
internal microphone is muted.
EARPHONE/ACCESSORY JACK
Any standard 3.5 mm mono or stereo listen-only earphone can
be plugged into this jack. Received calls will be heard over the
earphone. This jack can also be used with a 3.5 mm 4-conductor
(Apple iPhone compatible) audio accessory that contains both
an earphone and a microphone such as Apple part numbers
ME186LL/A, or MD827LL/A. (Not included.) When used with such
an accessory, received calls can be heard over the accessory
earphones and transmit audio will be taken from the accessory
microphone.
POWER BUTTON
Pressing this button for one second turns the COBALT AV
BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone on or o. This button is
also used to place the lapel microphone in pairing mode
so that it can be connected wirelessly to a cellular phone.
To charge the PRYMEBLU BTH-300-KU lapel microphone:
1. Ensure the BLUE-MIC2-KU Lapel Microphone is turned ousing the Power Button.
2. Plug the supplied wall charger into a standard 120 volt AC outlet.
3. Plug the charge cable into the AC wall charger and then into the charge jack on the side of the lapel
microphone. You will need to remove the protective rubber cover that is inserted into the charge jack.
(To prevent dust and moisture from damaging your lapel microphone, always ensure this cover is in
place when you are not charging the lapel mic.)
4. Once the charging process has begun, the LED indicator on the back of the BLUE-MIC2-KU Lapel
Microphone will show a continuous red light. When the battery is done charging, the LED light will
turn o.
5. Typical charge time is approximately 4 hours. Actual charge time will vary depending on several
factors including the battery’s charge state, condition, and age.
6. Disconnect the charger from the lapel mic when charging is completed.
Charging Cautions:
- Use only the wall charger supplied by the
manufacturer. Do not use any other charger.
- Do not use a wall charger that appears
to be damaged. (Example: frayed wires,
melted plastic, etc.) Contact COBALT AV
to get a new manufacturer-approved
replacement charger.
- Do not tamper with or modify the
BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone or charger.
- Always turn the power switch to the oposition
when charging the BLUE-MIC2-KU Lapel Microphone.
P-CBL-BT-USB charger cable and P-CHA-BT-USB
wall charger included with BLUE-MIC2-KU.
CONNECTING AN AUDIO ACCESSORY TO THE BLUE-MIC2-KU
LAPEL MICROPHONE
The COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone has an internal
Lithium Ion rechargeable battery pack which must be charged
prior to operation. A fully charged battery will provide
approximately 10 hours (or more) of operation before
needing to be recharged. However, operating time can
vary depending on usage and the condition of the
battery pack. Recharge the battery regularly.
In order to be able to hear incoming signals
received by the two-way radio or cellular phone,
the COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone must
be used with a wired audio accessory that includes
an earphone. A COBALT AV KLSH ear bud-style
earphone is included with the lapel microphone kit.
However, many dierent optional wired audio
To connect an audio accessory to the BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone:
1. Plug the audio accessory into the 3.5 mm audio jack located on the top of the COBALT AV
BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone. Make sure that the connector on the audio accessory is pushed all
the way into the jack on the lapel microphone.
2. You can adjust the volume of received signals by using the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons on
the lapel microphone or by adjusting the volume setting on the radio or cellular phone.
Optional Audio Accessories:
Although the BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 1 includes a COBALT AV ear bud-style earphone, it is possible to use a
dierent audio accessory, if you wish. The 3.5 mm audio jack on the lapel mic will accept any mono or
stereo earphone with a 3.5 mm audio plug. You can also use any 3.5 mm 4-conductor (Apple iPhone
compatible) audio accessory that includes both an earphone and a microphone, such as Apple part
numbers ME186LL/A, or MD827LL/A (not included). If the audio accessory has a built-in microphone,
transmit audio will be taken from the accessory microphone.
COBALT AV makes a variety of listen-only earphones and accessory microphones in dierent styles
that will work with the BLUE-MIC2-KU:
KIT
BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 1
BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 2
BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 3
BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 4
BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 5
BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 6
BLUE-MIC2-KU KIT 7
TYPE
Listen-only
Listen-only
Listen-only
Listen-only
Mic+Earphone
Mic+Earphone
Mic+Earphone
TOP VIEW
STYLE
Ear Bud Earphone
Acoustic Tube Earphone
Bullet Transducer Acoustic Tube Earphone
G-Hook Swivel Earphone
Boom Mic Headset with D-Ring Earphone
Throat Mic Headset with Acoustic Tube Earphone
Motorcycle Helmet Boom Mic Kit
MODEL
KLSH
SLSH
ERBD
GLSH
DLSM
TM
MKB
COBALT AV and BLUE-MIC2-KU are trademarks owned by Cobalt Audio Video, Lexington, KY. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © 2017 Cobalt Audio Video, Lexington KY. All Rights Reserved.
Version 1.00 July 2017
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The BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone is designed to work with
smartphones running either the Android or Apple iOS operating
systems. Prior to normal operation, the phone and lapel microphone
must be paired together using the following process
(note the process for iOS and Android are dierent):
To pair the BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone with a Android phone:
1. When pairing the lapel microphone with an Android phone, rst make sure that the BLUE-MIC2-KU
and all other nearby Bluetooth devices are powered obefore beginning.
2. Press and hold down the Power Button on the BLUE-MIC2-KU for ve seconds, until the LED on the lapel
microphone ashes RED-BLUE-RED-BLUE continuously in sequence. The BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone is
now in pairing mode.
3. Activate the Bluetooth feature on your phone.
4. Activate the “scan/discover new Bluetooth devices” feature on the phone. The exact steps needed
to do this will vary depending on the brand/model of phone you are using.
5. Select the COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU from the list of Bluetooth devices shown on your phone. If the
phone asks for a passcode, enter “0000”. The phone may also prompt you to conrm the connection.
6. After a few seconds, the two devices should synch to one another. Once the BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel
microphone and phone are paired with each other, the status LED on the microphone will revert back
to a single blue ash every few seconds.
7. Once successfully paired, you will be able to make and receive phone calls using the COBALT AV
BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone.
To pair the BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone with an Apple iOS phone:
1. When pairing the lapel microphone with a Apple iOS phone, rst make sure that the BLUE-MIC2-KU
and all other nearby Bluetooth devices are powered obefore beginning.
2. Press and hold down the Power Button on the BLUE-MIC2-KU for ve seconds, until the LED on the
lapel microphone ashes RED-BLUE-RED-BLUE continuously in sequence. The BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel
microphone is now in pairing mode.
3. Activate the Bluetooth feature on your phone.
4. In the phone’s Bluetooth list, two devices will be found, “BTH-300” and “PTT-K.” Both of these Bluetooth
devices must be paired to the phone for the BLUE-MIC2-KU’s audio and push-to-talk features to work.
5. Tap on “BTH-300” to pair the phone with the Bluetooth audio. If the phone asks for a passcode, enter
“0000”. The phone may also prompt you to conrm the connection.
6. After a few seconds, the two devices should synch to one another. Once the BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel
microphone and phone are paired with each other, the status LED on the microphone will revert back
to a single blue ash every few seconds.
7. Tap on “PTT-K” to pair the phone with the push-to-talk connection. The phone may also prompt you
to conrm the connection.
8. Once successfully paired, you will be able to make and receive phone calls using the COBALT AV
BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone.
Reconnecting a Previously Paired Lapel Microphone and Radio Adapter/Cellular Phone
Once the COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone and Bluetooth radio adapter and/or cellular phone
have been successfully paired together, both devices will remember that connection. The lapel
microphone and radio adapter/phone will attempt to reestablish their link whenever they are both
powered on and in within range of each other. Re-establishing this connection can take 10-60 seconds.
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PAIRING THE BLUE-MIC2-KU LAPEL MICROPHONE
WITH A CELLULAR PHONE
Phone functions are provided by using the BLUE-MIC2-KU’s Phone Button.
SUPPORT AND WARRANTY
Cobalt Audio Video warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of retail purchase. Cobalt AV will repair or replace a
defective unit, at our option, without charge for parts or labor. The limited warranty is
extended only to the original purchaser and is valid only to consumers in the United States
and Canada. It does not cover damage or failure caused by or attributable to Acts of God,
abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, faulty installation, improper maintenance,
lightning, or other incidences of excessive voltage, or any tampering or repairs by other
than a Cobalt AV authorized repair facility. It does not cover replacement of consumable
parts, transportation costs, or damage in transit.
Repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty does not extend the terms of this
warranty. This warranty can only be modied by an ocer of Cobalt AV, and then only in
writing. Should this product prove defective in workmanship or material, the consumer’s
sole remedies shall be such repair or replacement as provided by the terms of this warranty.
Under no circumstances shall Cobalt AV be liable for any loss or damage, direct, consequen-
tial, or incidental, arising out of the use of or inability to use this product. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusions or limitations of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights. You may also have other rights, which
may vary, from state to state.
For support or warranty service on your Cobalt AV product, contact us at 1-800-264-6021 or
visit us on the web at www.cobaltav.com.
COPYRIGHT and TRADEMARK INFO
© 2017 Cobalt Audio Video, Lexington KY. All rights reserved.
Cobalt AV and BLUE-MIC2-KU are trademarks owned by Cobalt Audio Video, Lexington KY.
Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc.
iOS is a trademark of Cisco Systems and is used by Apple Inc. under license.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
AT&T is a trademark of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T aliated companies.
All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.
DISCLAIMER: The Bluetooth wireless link used by Cobalt AV products is an open standard,
unsecured technology. As such, it is not recommended for rst-responder or other mission
critical users.
STATUS LED MESSAGES
The meanings of the various status LED messages shown by the
COBALT AV BLUE-MIC2-KU lapel microphone are shown on the following
SPECIFICATIONS
MESSAGE MEANING
Device is o
Pairing mode
Device turned on
Device turned o
Not paired or link lost
Normal (paired) operation
PTT operation
Low battery
Charging
Charging is nished
LED INDICATION
No indication
Blue-Red-Blue-Red continuous
Two short blue ashes
Three red ashes, then o
One blue ash every 2 seconds
One blue ash every 6 seconds
Continuous red when PTT pressed
One red ash every 6 seconds
Continuous red (when connected to charger)
No indication (when connected to charger)
Dimensions:
Weight:
Bluetooth Version:
Bluetooth Proles:
Bluetooth Power Class:
Sensitivity:
Range (Typical):
Built-in Battery:
Standby Current Draw:
Standby Time:
Operating Time:
Operating Temperature Range:
65 x 30 x 12 mm
22 grams (excluding earphone)
v3.0+EDR, BTLE
HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, SPP
Class 2
-90 dB
10 meters (30 feet)
3.7V, 190 mAH Lithium-Ion
6 mA
50 hours (max)
10 hours (max)
-15° C to + 50° C
Call State
Incoming call
Incoming call
On a call
No call
Function
Answer call
Reject call
Hang up call
Activate voice dialer
Button Press
Press Phone Button once
Press and hold Phone Button for 5 seconds
Press Phone Button once
Long press Phone Button
Using the Lapel Microphone with AT&T EPTT
Setting up AT&T Enhanced PTT
To get the AT&T EPTT app on your phone and set it up to work
with the BLUE-MIC2-KU’s Lapel Microphone do the following:
1. Install the AT&T EPTT app onto your phone
using the Google Play Store
2. Launch the AT&T EPTT app.
3. Accept the End User License Agreement for the app.
4. When prompted, select "Yes" to activate the app.
5. Log in with your AT&T account.
Once setup, you will be able to use the lapel microphone with the AT&T EPTT app, even if EPTT is
running the background.
• To activate EPTT's push-to-talk feature, press and hold the PTT button on the lapel microphone.
• When EPTT is transmitting a call, audio will be picked up by the BLUE-MIC2-KU’s built-in microphone
unless a wired accessory with a built-in microphone is plugged into the lapel microphone. In that
case, the accessory microphone will be used instead..
• Incoming calls received by EPTT will be heard over the earphone that is plugged into the
BLUE-MIC2-KU's accessory port.
Making and Receiving Phone Calls
You can also use the lapel microphone to make and receive phone calls.
• You can initiate a phone call by using the Phone Dialer app in the phone.
• Phone audio will be routed to the BLUE-MIC2-KU's accessory port and microphone.
• To answer an incoming call, press the phone button on the lapel microphone.
• While on a call, you can press the phone button on the lapel microphone to hang up
the phone and end the call.