Oakley AIRWAVE 1.5 User manual

SPEED BUDDY
TRACKING
MUSIC PHONE NAVIGATION VERTICAL JUMP
ANALYTICS
ALTITUDE DISTANCE TRIP VIEWER
OWNER’S MANUAL
BUILT-IN HEADS-UP DISPLAY GOGGLE
1. 5
AIRWAVE 1.5
™

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Pay attention to what you are doing.
WARNING
• Concentrating on the display while moving may distract you and cause injury or death to yourself or others.
• Always be aware of your surroundings, direction and speed.
• For winter alpine use only. Do not use product while driving, running, bike riding, or walking on uneven surfaces or stairways.
• Do not enter information, place phone calls or send messages while skiing, riding or boarding.
Not for children.
WARNING
• This product is not intended for use by children age 12 or under.
Do not wear with glasses.
Beware of eye strain.
WARNING
• This product is not designed to be worn with glasses. Doing so may result in serious injury including loss of sight, bodily injury or death.
• If you experience nausea or eye strain when using the product, take a break for several minutes. If these conditions remain, discontinue use
and consult a doctor.
wThis product uses Bluetooth technology to communicate
and may cause interference with other equipment.
WARNING
• SWITCH OFF IN HOSPITALS AND AROUND MEDICAL DEVICES. Wireless devices can cause interference with medical equipment. Keep the
product turned off around medical equipment. Follow any restrictions posted in hospitals and health centers. If you wear a pacemaker, check
with your doctor and the manufacturer of your pacemaker before using.
• SWITCH OFF IN AIRCRAFT. Keep the product turned off around helicopters or aircraft. Follow any restrictions posted in helipads and airports.
• SWITCH OFF NEAR BLASTING. Keep the product turned off in areas where blasting is in progress.
• SWITCH OFF BEFORE REFUELING. Keep the product turned off at gas stations, refueling areas or in areas where fuel and volatile chemicals,
such as propane, are stored.

Welcome .............................................................2
In the Box..........................................................3
Overview...........................................................4
System Requirements ......................................4
Set Up ..................................................................5
Customize Fit ....................................................5
Lens Changing ..................................................6
Remote..............................................................7
– Wrist Strap................................................7
– Goggle Strap..............................................8
Get Connected..................................................9
On the Recon Snow2 HUD .............................10
Features..........................................................10
Navigation Map..............................................10
Quick Nav .......................................................11
Start Day.........................................................11
Start a New Activity.......................................11
View Day in Progress & Finish.......................11
My Records.....................................................12
My Apps .........................................................12
Notifications...................................................12
Sharing............................................................13
Settings...........................................................14
Dashboard.......................................................14
Customizable Dashboard................................14
Music Player...................................................15
Compass .........................................................15
Compass Calibration ......................................15
Maps...............................................................16
Friend Tracking................................................16
Tips ....................................................................17
Battery ............................................................17
Replacing the Remote Battery .......................17
Video Playback ...............................................17
Status Bar ......................................................18
Troubleshooting ...............................................18
GPS .................................................................18
Factory Reset..................................................19
Remote Pairing ...............................................19
Maintenance ....................................................20
Goggle Care....................................................20
Storing your Device (Off-season) ...................20
Charging..........................................................21
Firmware Updates ..........................................21
Technical Specifications...............................22
Support ..............................................................23
Warranty............................................................23
Available Oakley Lens Tints..........................25
Battery Disposal Information........................25
Compliance Information.................................25
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Welcome
The original Oakley Airwave™took technology to new
heights, and now Airwave 1.5 takes it to the summit of
possibility.
Airwave 1.5 goggles combine world-class performance,
protection and comfort with a heads-up display that
integrates GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®and more with a host of
onboard sensors to give you instant access to a world of
information. The latest edition offers a broader range of
connectivity, new integration with social media, enhanced
display graphics and improved battery life.
You can find your location with preloaded maps available
for hundreds of resorts worldwide, and even track others
in your group. Measure your performance with sensor
information that includes altitude, speed and vertical
descent data, and view jump analytics that show distance,
height and airtime.
We added onboard Wi-Fi to Airwave 1.5 so it can connect
wirelessly to compatible devices. Bluetooth connectivity
allows pairing with a compatible smartphone for immediate
viewing of incoming calls and text messages, and if your
Bluetooth-enabled smartphone has music, your playlists can
be accessed and controlled.
Bluetooth is even better with Airwave 1.5. To accommodate
the full bandwidth of more advanced iPhone®models, we
added an integrated MFi chip. It improves the wireless
connection by offering enhanced pairing, faster and more
reliable data transfer, and easier transfer of web information
from your iPhone to the Airwave display.
Are you a Facebook fan? With Airwave 1.5, you can see
Facebook messages in real time while you are on the
hill, and respond to them quickly via configurable, preset
messages on the Airwave display. Other types of messaging
are part of the handy consolidated view, including iMessage
and SMS via your iPhone. Airwave 1.5 also lets you post
graphics and messages to Facebook. Now when you beat
your personal best, it will be known beyond the mountain.
You can even receive real-time feedback when a friend
“likes” your post.
The first time you use Airwave will be an eye-opening
experience that will leave you in awe, and Prizm™makes
it possible. When you are active on the mountain, you
will have clear and open vision without obstruction or
distraction. When it is time to stop and review your
performance or get vital information, you simply move your
eye toward the miniature prism lens.
With the innovative Prizm™, the displayed information
appears as though you are looking at a 14-inch display from
a distance of five feet. And thanks to the horsepower of a
new processor, things look even better on the new edition
of Airwave. It has the same rich resolution, but graphics
appear sharper and smoother, and video streaming is fast
and fluid.
Oakley Switchlock™Technology makes the lens changing
process quick and hassle-free, allowing you to take
advantage of our wide array of optional lens tints that
optimize vision for environmental conditions. For maximized
performance, F3 anti-fog technology is paired with a dual-
vented lens, a premium design engineered with semi-flush
geometry for wide peripheral vision. Oakley Plutonite®lens
material filters out 100% of all UV light, and optional lenses
with Iridium®coatings balance light transmission.
The durable chassis is made of lightweight O Matter™that
stays comfortably flexible, and O-Flow Arch technology
reduces nasal pressure to improve airflow for free breathing.
With fixed O Matter™outriggers for the interchangeable
strap design, you get a balanced fit – with or without a
helmet – while a moisture-wicking triple layer of fleece
foam at the facial contact zone provides all-day comfort.
Oakley Airwave 1.5 offers the ultimate in performance,
convenience and capability. This is technology that adds
fun to your alpine experience instead of getting in the way.
Make the most of every moment on the mountain with
Airwave 1.5, a world-class invention that delivers the goods
straight to your brain.

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IN THE BOX
The following items should be included in the box:
1. Oakley Airwave 1.5 Goggle with Recon Snow2 HUD
2. Goggle Microbag
3. Goggle Soft Case
4. Remote
5. Remote Wrist Strap
6. Remote Goggle Strap
7. USB Cable
8. Wall Charger
9. Adapter (North America)
10. Adapter (EU)
11. Adapter (AUS)
12. Adapter (UK)
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
To use an Oakley Airwave 1.5, you will need:
– Apple Mac OS X v10.8 or later, Microsoft or Windows 7 or later
– Optional: Android Smartphone Version 4.1 (or later) or Apple iPhone running iOS 7 (or later)
Up
Select
Right
Remote Strap Clip
Down
Back
Left
LED Indicator
OVERVIEW
OAKLEY AIRWAVE 1.5 RECON SNOW2 HUD
REMOTE

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Set Up
CUSTOMIZE FIT
CONNECT GOGGLE STRAP TO THE OUTRIGGER
*Make sure the strap clicks into the goggle’s outrigger.
ADJUST THE RECON SNOW2 HUD ORIENTATION
Turn on the Recon Snow2 HUD by pushing the power button on the right
side of the goggle for three seconds.
With your fingers, gently adjust the orientation of the Recon Snow2
HUD until the screen is fully visible when you are comfortably wearing
the goggle.
ADJUST THE GOGGLE FIT
Adjust the strap sliders on the Oakley Airwave 1.5 strap, so the goggle
fits comfortably and securely.

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LENS CHANGING
LENS CHANGING INSTRUCTIONS

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REMOTE
Pick a remote strap and activate the remote by pressing any button.
Choose your preferred remote strap (wrist or goggle) and snap-fit it onto the remote.
WRIST STRAP
*You must hear the strap and remote click into place.

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REMOTE (continued)
GOGGLE STRAP
*You must hear the strap
and remote click into place.

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GET CONNECTED
The experience doesn’t end on the hill. Access the Recon Engage website and connect the Recon Snow2 HUD to review and relive your trips. Here
you can track, compare and share socially what you’ve been up to during all your alpine adventures.
You will need to activate the Recon Snow2 HUD in your Oakley Airwave 1.5 before using connected features.
Plug your Airwave goggle into your computer via the provided USB cable.
Go to reconinstruments.com/airwave and follow the prompts to activate Recon Snow2 HUD.
STEP 1: DOWNLOAD THE RECON UPLINK APP
When you create a new Engage account you will be prompted to download the Recon Uplink App. If you already have an Engage account, follow
the instructions below to download:
1. Visit engage.reconinstruments.com
2. Log in and navigate to DEVICES > MANAGE HUD page
3. Click on “DOWNLOAD UPLINK” to download the Recon Uplink App (If you already installed the Uplink App then jump to the step 5)
4. Install the Recon Uplink App (Follow the on-screen instructions)
5. Power up Recon Snow2 HUD and connect it to your computer
6. Wait for Recon Uplink to detect that your Recon Snow2 HUD is connected
7. Register your Recon Snow2 HUD through Recon Uplink App and Recon Engage website (If not already registered)
8. Wait for the Uplink App to sync your data and update your Recon Snow2 HUD if a new software update or latest maps version is available
STEP 2: DOWNLOAD RECON ENGAGE MOBILE APP
The Recon Engage mobile app (for Android and iOS) gives the Recon Snow2 HUD expanded functionality such as music control and buddy tracking.
You can use the Recon Engage mobile app to view a list of your accomplishments.
STEP 4: DOWNLOAD APPS
The Recon Engage website enables you to download apps to the Recon Snow2 HUD and customize your Dashboard.
Please visit engage.reconinstruments.com for more information.
STEP 3: CONNECT TO YOUR SMARTPHONE
To unlock additional features on the Recon Snow2 HUD, download the Recon Engage mobile app to your smartphone.
CONNECT YOUR ANDROID SMARTPHONE (4.1 OR LATER)
1. Download the free Recon Engage Mobile App for Android from
Google Play Store.
2. On your Snow2, open the Quick Nav menu by pressing and holding
the SELECT button on your remote.
3. From the Quick Nav menu, press RIGHT on your remote to select
Smartphone, and then choose Android.
4. Follow onscreen instructions on your Snow2 to complete set up.
CONNECT YOUR IPHONE (4S OR LATER, iOS.7 OR HIGHER)
1. Download the free Recon Engage Mobile App for iPhone from the
Apple App Store.
2. On your Snow2, open the Quick Nav menu by pressing and holding
the SELECT button on your remote.
3. From Quick Nav menu, press RIGHT on your remote to select
Smartphone, and then choose iPhone.
4. Follow onscreen instructions on Snow2 to complete set up.

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On the Recon Snow2 HUD
FEATURES
The Home Menu is the hub of Snow2’s interface. This is where you can start tracking a new trip, view notifications and records, adjust settings, and
launch third party apps.
NAVIGATION MAP
Up
Select
Right
Remote Strap Clip
Down
Back
Left
LED Indicator
My Apps My Records Home Notification Settings
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ïð ïð
ïð ïðïð ïð
ïð
ïð ïð ïð

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QUICK NAV:
Pressing and holding the SELECT button on your remote opens the Quick Nav menu. Quick
Nav gives you easy access to your Home Menu, Notification Center, Music Player, Options
menu, and allows you to connect your smartphone.
START DAY
At the center of your Home Menu is Start Day. This is how you start tracking a new day on the hill.
START A NEW ACTIVITY:
To start tracking a new activity, select Start Day. You will be launched into your Dashboard, and
your activity will begin tracking as soon as you acquire a GPS fix.
VIEW DAY IN PROGRESS & FINISH
To view your day in progress, Pause your activity by pressing SELECT on your remote while on the
Dashboard, then press DOWN to choose VIEW DAY. You will be taken to the Day In Progress
screen, where you can see all your stats from your current activity.
To finish your activity, press SELECT while in the Day In Progress screen to invoke the Finish Day
confirmation. From here you can choose to Save, Share or Discard your activity.

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MY RECORDS
Stats from any saved activity will appear in My Records. Here you can view your All Time
records, or see all the stats from your Last Day on the hill.
MY APPS
Default Snow2 apps, such as Maps, Music Player and Compass can be launched from My Apps.
Any third party app installed on Snow2 will appear here as well.
Additional apps can be downloaded from:
http://engage.reconinstruments.com/forums/categories/apps
NOTIFICATIONS
After connecting Snow2 to your smartphone (and enabling notifications on iOS devices), you will
be able to receive texts and calls on your device in real time.

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Notifications Center is where all your texts, missed calls and other notifications are collected.
Review all your notifications from this location.
Note: Notification Center can also be accessed from the Quick Nav menu.
SHARING
After completing your trip, share your day on Facebook with friends.
1. Log in to your Recon Engage Mobile App on your smartphone via Facebook.
2. Now connect your Snow2 to your smartphone.
3. Start Day on the HUD and hit the slopes.
4. Pause your activity and select View Day.
5. Press SELECT from the Day In Progress screen to Finish Day, then select Share & Save.
Note: Update your Snow2 to the latest software version from the Recon Engage website. (You’ll
be informed by the Recon Uplink Desktop App if your Snow2 requires a software update when
you connect it to your computer). Also, update your Recon Engage Mobile App (on your smartphone)
through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

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SETTINGS
Smartphone: Connect your Android or iPhone to access the advanced features on your Snow2.
Bluetooth:Pair Device and Manage Devices.
Display-Brightness: Here you can alter the brightness of the screen of your Snow2 to best suit
your current surroundings.
Notifications: Here you can enable/disable calls and text notifications on your Snow2, and clear
notifications as you wish.
Devices:
• Compass: Calibrate the Compass on your Snow2.
• Battery: Check your exact battery level.
•Time:Set the time on your Snow2.
• About: Find technical information specific to your Snow2 including serial number, firmware
version and more.
Activity: Clear all stats from previously saved activities.
User Profile: Set the unit of measurement and view your Profile Info.
Advanced: Uninstall apps, enable USB debugging or perform a factory reset.
DASHBOARD
Once you start tracking an activity, your stats will be displayed in real-time. The Dashboard comes
with four default layouts, which you can cycle between by clicking UP and DOWN on your remote.
CUSTOMIZABLE DASHBOARD
Customize your Snow2’s dashboard with the information that is most important to you.
1. Visit the Recon Engage website and go to DEVICES > MANAGE HUD page.
2. Find your device in the list and click on “CUSTOMIZE DASHBOARD”.
3. Here, you can add and remove dashboards from your Snow2 and customize their layouts and stats.
Click “SAVE” to confirm your selection.
4. Your new custom dashboard will be downloaded to your Snow2 the next time you connect your
device with Uplink.

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MUSIC PLAYER
Use Snow2 to control your favorite music apps installed on your smartphone. Change songs and
adjust volume using the remote while you carve through the snow – there is no need to take your
phone out of your pocket again.
Note: Music Player can also be accessed from the Quick Nav menu.
(Reminder: To access Quick Nav menu, press and hold the SELECT button on your remote.)
COMPASS
Compass tells you where you’re heading. If you have Friend Tracking enabled, you will see your
friend’s position relative to your own, including how far away they are.
(Note: Friend Tracking requires smartphone connection)
You can access the Compass from My Apps.
COMPASS CALIBRATION
The first time you use your Snow2 (ReconOS 4.0) you will be prompted on-screen to calibrate your
device. This will take 15 seconds, and will require you to rotate the device across three-axis.
You can recalibrate the compass from Settings > Device > Compass.

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MAPS
DEFAULT MODE
See built-in resort maps, trails, lifts, friends and other points of interest on the map. Snow2’s
onboard GPS means you don’t have to rely on your smartphone to see your current location or
what’s around you.
The Map* is located next to your Dashboard (one click right) when you begin tracking an activity.
You can also launch the Map from My Apps.
*Download the latest map data by connecting your Snow2 to Recon Uplink. Recon Uplink automati-
cally downloads street map data to your HUD within a radius of 50 km of your current location.
FIND MODE
The Map has two modes: Rotation Mode and Find Mode. You can enter Find Mode by pressing
SELECT while in Rotation Mode.
Rotation Mode: The Map rotates around you to align with the direction that you are heading on
the mountain.
Find Mode: Allows you to zoom and pan around the Map. You can hover over points of interest or
friends to see their name/how far away they are from you.
FRIEND TRACKING
Find and track your friends and family with ease while you’re on the mountain.
To see friends and family on the Map screen of your Snow2 while you’re skiing or snowboarding,
ensure you have completed the following steps:
• Add your friends/family to your Recon Engage Mobile App.
• Get your friends/family to download and install the Recon Engage Mobile App.
• Get your friends/family to create a Recon Engage account, and accept your friend requests.
• Enable Friend Tracking on your Recon Engage Mobile App.
• Connect your Snow2 to your smartphone.
• Once your friend requests have been accepted, you will be able to track your friends’ location on
the mountain, direct-to-eye, in real time.
(Note: Friends/family must be within approximately 5km of your current location in order to
track them).

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Tips
BATTERY
A fully charged battery lasts five to six hours, even at temperatures down to -10°C/14°F. Usage under temperatures equal to or below -20°C/-4°F
will deplete the battery at a faster rate.
Battery is fully charged
Battery is nearly fully charged
Battery is partially charged
Battery is low
Battery is extremely low
Battery has no charge left
Battery is charging using USB cable
REPLACING THE REMOTE BATTERY
You need to replace the remote’s single three-volt CR2032 battery approximately every three years.
To replace the battery:
1. Using a coin or flathead screwdriver, turn counterclockwise until you reach the unlock symbol.
2. Remove the back cover.
3. Insert a replacement battery.
4. Replace the back cover.
5. Using a coin or flathead screwdriver, turn the cover clockwise until the arrow aligns with the closed lock symbol.
HUD Battery (3.7V Lithium Polymer Rechargeable)
Never attempt to service the Recon Snow2 HUD yourself, including attempting to remove or replace the Recon Snow2 HUD Battery.
Remote Battery (CR2032 3.0V)
Do not leave batteries in the remote for extended periods of non-use.
Do not use damaged, deformed or leaking batteries.
Dispose of the replaceable remote batteries in an appropriate and responsible manner.
Lithium ion batteries can be fatal if swallowed. Keep all batteries out of the reach of children.
VIDEO PLAYBACK AIRWAVE 1.5 FIRMWARE (VERSION 3.2.1 AND OLDER ONLY)
When you initially power on your Oakley Airwave 1.5, you will view a short video on the basic functions of the goggle. On initial startup, you have the
ability to Replay Video or Continue. When you select Continue, the video is automatically turned off for future start up.
To preserve battery life:
• Preserve battery life on your Snow2 by turning off the display. To do
this, open the Quick Nav menu and press DOWN on your remote to
access Power Options then select Display Off.
Note: The battery performance of the Recon Snow2 HUD will vary
depending on the amount and/or activity of connected Bluetooth devices
(ex: smartphone, action sports camera, heart rate monitor, etc.).

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STATUS BAR
Battery Battery Level Indicator
Activity Tracking Snow2 is recording your activity
Activity Paused Snow2 stopped recording your activity
Bluetooth Bluetooth is enabled
Smartphone Smartphone is connected
Smartphone Smartphone is connected
with data access
Remote
Connected
Remote is paired and connected to
Snow2
Remote Not
Connected
Remote is not paired and not
connected to Snow2
GPS GPS is searching for a signal
GPS GPS fix acquired
USB USB connected
12:45 Time Current local time
Troubleshooting
GPS
GPS technology works best in open spaces with a clear view of the sky. Obstructions such as buildings and trees can degrade the GPS signal.
The Recon Snow2 HUD will automatically acquire a GPS fix each time you use it.
Searching for
GPS
GPS signal will be flashing
GPS Fix
Acquired
GPS icon will disappear once GPS
fix is acquired
If you are having difficulty acquiring a GPS fix, this may be due to several varying factors:
– The device is being used indoors.
– The device is trying to acquire a GPS fix for the first time.
– The device has not been used for an extended period of time.
If you have difficulty acquiring a GPS fix, try powering down the HUD and restarting it outdoors (away from obstructions if possible).
GPS Availability and Accuracy Warning
Maps, directions and location-based information depend on data services. These data services are subject to change and may not be available in
all geographic areas, resulting in maps, directions or location-based information that may be unavailable, inaccurate, out of date or incomplete.
Compare the information provided on the device to your surroundings, and defer to posted signs and notices to resolve any discrepancies.
AGPS (Assisted GPS) for your Snow2
AGPS helps to locate satellites within your local area, helping speed up the process of getting a GPS fix for your Snow2.
To activate AGPS, connect your Snow2 to your computer and run Recon Uplink. Recon Uplink will then automatically sync your Snow2 to your
Recon Engage account and transfer AGPS files to your HUD for your current location.
If you still experience difficulty when trying to acquire a GPS fix, try powering down your Snow2 and restarting it outdoors (away from any
obstructions, if possible).