TM Q2 TM communication in motion TM User Guide Gebrauchsanleitung Guide d'Utilisation Guida di Avvio Guia de Usario © Cardo Systems, Inc. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Cardo Systems, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. 2 scala rider® Q2TM INTRODUCTION Congratulations, and thank you for choosing the scala rider Q2 Bluetooth® Headset for bikers. This Manual will help you operate the headset, but you should first familiarize yourself with the Bluetooth functionality of your cellular phone and/or GPS device before using the scala rider Q2. The retail box of the scala rider Q2 contains one headset unit. When paired with another scala rider Q2, the headsets can be used as an Intercom at a range of up to 1,640 ft (500m), subject to terrain and external conditions. The scala rider Q2 offers the following uses: 1. Bluetooth headset for mobile phone communication, supporting headset* and Handsfree* profiles (10m range) 2. Bike-to-Bike Intercom Communication with another Q2 unit (up to 1,640 ft. / 500 m range) in Full Duplex** mode [purchased separately] 3. Turn-by-Turn GPS Navigation instructions and Streaming Audio from compatible Bluetooth devices 4. FM Radio ­ built in FM radio receiver with six preset stations 5. MP3 Connectivity ­ Listen to your MP3 player while riding The scala rider Q2 can establish an audio connection with one Bluetooth device at a time. Please read the section "Using the Headset" to see how you can switch the audio connection between the paired devices. ____________________ * Mobile phones that do not support the Bluetooth Handsfree profile may prevent you from using the Redial and Call Reject features ** Full duplex calls allow you to speak and hear the other party speak simultaneously CONTENTS OF RETAIL BOX Headset Volume Up Charging Jack Volume Down MC ­ Multi-Connection · Radio On/Off/change stations · Initiate/Terminate Buddy Intercom call with Primary or Secondary Buddy Left Speaker (short cord) English CTRL ­ Control Button · Power On, Power Off · Answer/End Call Helmet Clamp Right Speaker (long cord) Microphone Tab Sliding Plate NOTE: The scala rider Q2 is also available in a cord-mounted microphone version to better fit certain full-faced helmets with tight chin sections. Back Plate MP3 Jack scala rider® Q2TM 3 Wall Charger Allen Wrench Velcro Pads MP3 Cable MP3 Cable Holder Glue Plate Pre-moistened Towelette Carry-Pouch Microphone Sponges Flat sponge for full-face helmets and round sponge for other helmet types User Guide, including Warranty and Registration form SET UP AND CONFIGURATION Mobile phone Driver-to-Passenger Full-duplex Intercom Connection Built-in FM radio GPS MP3 player scala rider Q2 or other scala rider headset Bike-to-Bike Intercom up to 500 m / 540 yd (in open terrain) IMPORTANT: The scala rider Q2 is a water-resistant device, designed for use under moderate rain or 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. STEP 1 SET UP FOR BIKE-TO-BIKE INTERCOM: PAIRING The scala rider Q2 can be paired with up to two other headsets for Intercom communication, referred to in this guide as: Primary Buddy and Secondary Buddy Pairing is a one time process. Once the headsets are paired during this Setup Procedure, they will remain paired and automatically recognize each other whenever they are within range. BEFORE USING (CHARGING THE HEADSET) Make sure that the headset is fully charged for at least five hours before initial use. 1. Connect the wall charger to the headset's Charging Jack (located between the two Volume Buttons). 2. While charging, the Red Light turns on (it may take up to 15 seconds until the Red Light turns on). When charging is complete, the Red Light will turn off. 4 scala rider® Q2TM NOTE: The scala rider Q2 allows you to speak via Intercom to one Buddy headset at a time. STEP 2 (Optional) SET UP FOR RIDER-TO-PASSENGER INTERCOM: PAIRING There are two ways that the scala rider Q2 can be used for Driver-toPassenger communication. A. Both Rider and Passenger are using scala rider Q2 headsets. To Pair the two headsets, follow the Steps listed in the section above titled PRIMARY BUDDY PAIRING (2 bikers). B. The Rider is using a scala rider Q2 and the Passenger is using an earlier scala rider headset (i.e. a scala rider SoloTM, a scala rider FMTM or a scala rider TeamSetTM Driver unit headset). To Pair the two headsets: 1. Starting with the earlier scala rider headset turned OFF, press and hold the CTRL button until the Red/Blue lights begin rapidly alternating. 2. Starting with the scala rider Q2 turned ON, simultaneously press and hold the CTRL Button and MC Button for six seconds until the Red light begins flashing rapidly, indicating it is in Intercom Pairing mode. 3. Within a few seconds, the scala rider Q2 will show a solid Red light for two seconds, and then begin flashing slowly in Blue. NOTE: If the Pairing process is not completed within one minute the headset will return to Standby mode. NOTE: When using an earlier scala rider headset as a Passenger headset, Voice Connect Intercom can be initiated only by the scala rider Q2 headset. Manual Connect Intercom can be initiated from either headset by pressing the MC button for scala rider Q2 and CTRL button for any earlier scala rider headset. English PRIMARY BUDDY PAIRING (requires two scala rider Q2 headsets) 1. If either headset is turned OFF, turn it ON by pressing and holding the CTRL Button until the Blue Light flashes three times. 2. Make sure that both headsets are now flashing slowly in Blue. 3. Pick up one headset and simultaneously press and hold the CTRL Button and MC Button for at least six seconds until the Red Light begins flashing rapidly, indicating it is in Intercom Pairing mode. 4. Repeat Step 3 again for the second scala rider Q2 headset. Both headsets should now be flashing rapidly in Red. 5. Within a few seconds, both headsets will show a solid Red light for two seconds, and then begin flashing slowly in Blue. NOTE: If the Pairing process is not completed within one minute the headset will return to Standby mode. SECONDARY BUDDY PAIRING (requires three scala rider Q2 headsets) Once you have paired the Main scala rider Q2 to the Primary Buddy headset, repeat the procedure above to pair the Main scala rider Q2 to the Secondary Buddy headset. NOTE: The Main scala rider Q2 is able to communicate with either the Primary Buddy or the Secondary Buddy. The Primary Buddy and Secondary Buddy are not able to communicate directly via Intercom. NOTE: If the Pairing process is not completed within one minute the headset will return to Standby mode. RESET INTERCOM PAIRING You can delete all of the headset's Intercom pairings at any time. scala rider® Q2TM 5 1. Place the scala rider Q2 into Intercom Pairing mode following the instructions in the PRIMARY BUDDY PAIRING section above. 2. Once the Red Light begins flashing rapidly, press and hold Volume up for three seconds. 3. The Red and Blue Lights will flash five times, confirming that the Reset Pairing was successful. STEP 3 SET UP FOR MOBILE PHONE CALLS: PAIRING If you have a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone and would like to make and receive phone calls using the scala rider Q2, you must first pair your headset to the mobile phone. NOTE: If you have a compatible Bluetooth GPS device you wish to use with the scala rider Q2, please skip this step, and continue ahead to STEP 4: SET UP FOR BLUETOOTH GPS DEVICE. Pairing is a one time process. Once the headset is paired to a specific mobile phone during this Setup Procedure, they will remain paired and automatically recognize each other whenever they are within range. If the connection between the phone and headset is lost, tap the CTRL button to reconnect the devices. phone's instructions. Please consult your phone's User Manual for more information. 4. After a few seconds the phone will list the scala-rider Q2 as a discovered device. Select it and follow your phone's instructions to accept the pairing. 5. When prompted enter 0000 (four zeros) as your PIN or passkey. 6. Your phone will confirm that pairing has succeeded and the headset will begin flashing slowly in Blue. NOTE: If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the headset will return to Standby mode. With some mobile phones, you may need to tap the CTRL button to connect the headset to the phone after pairing is complete. The scala rider Q2 headset will automatically connect to the last phone connected to the headset. STEP 4 SET UP FOR BLUETOOTH GPS DEVICE: PAIRING If you have a Bluetooth enabled GPS device and would like to transmit navigation instructions and sounds from the GPS device through the headset's speakers, you must first pair your headset to the GPS device. NOTE: Not all Bluetooth enabled GPS devices allow connections to Bluetooth headsets like the scala rider Q2. Please consult your GPS device's User Manual for more information. TO PAIR THE SCALA RIDER Q2 TO A BLUETOOTH MOBILE PHONE 1. Turn on your phone and make sure its Bluetooth function is activated. 2. With the scala rider Q2 headset turned ON, press and hold the CTRL Button for at least six seconds until the Red and Blue Lights begin rapidly alternating. 3. Search for Bluetooth devices on your phone by following the 6 scala rider® Q2TM TO PAIR THE SCALA RIDER Q2 TO A BLUETOOTH GPS DEVICE: 1. Turn on your GPS device. 2. With the scala rider Q2 headset turned ON, press and hold the CTRL Button for at least six seconds until the Red and Blue Lights begin rapidly alternating. 3. Search for Bluetooth headsets on your GPS device by following the device's instructions. Please consult your GPS device's User Manual for more information. 4. If your GPS device prompts for a PIN or Passkey enter 0000 (four zeros). 5. Your GPS device will confirm that pairing has succeeded. The headset will begin flashing slowly in Blue. 6. If you wish to use a Bluetooth mobile phone to make and receive calls through the headset, you must now pair your mobile phone to your GPS device by following your GPS and/or mobile phone's instructions. NOTE: If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the headset will return to Standby mode. 2. Slide the Back Plate between the internal padding and the external shell of the helmet. 3. Adjust the clamp's location so that the microphone is located opposite your mouth and then tighten the screws. You may need to reposition the Clamp repeatedly until you identify the best spot. The microphone must be positioned vertically and not horizontally. If you have purchased a helmet clamp version with the corded microphone, please refer to section ATTACHING THE CORDED MICROPHONE CLAMP ON A FULL-FACED HELMET. Glue Plate Method You have the option to glue the Helmet Clamp onto your helmet, when the above standard method cannot be used, or in case you prefer to secure the Helmet Clamp with adhesive glue. This option has been successfully used for a range of high end helmets. NOTE: While we have no reason to believe that the gluing option might negatively affect any helmet, Cardo does not assume any responsibility to that affect, irrespective of its nature and circumstances. The Glue Plate is offered as a free option that you may choose to use at your own risk and subject to renouncement of any future claims. English GETTING STARTED ATTACHING THE CLAMP ON THE HELMET The Helmet Clamp must be attached to the left side of the helmet. Once attached, the headset unit can be mounted or released from the Helmet Clamp at any time. If you wish to connect your MP3 player to your headset, please refer first to the assembly instructions listed in section: USING THE MP3 PLAYER WITH YOUR HEADSET. There are two methods that can be used in order to attach the Clamp onto the helmet: Standard Method: Recommended for most helmet types. Glue Plate Method: Recommended for helmets to which the standard method cannot be applied, using the Glue Plate included in the box. Standard Method 1. Use the enclosed Allen Wrench to loosen the two screws on the Back Plate. Caution: This process can be done only once! 1. Use the enclosed Allen Wrench to remove both Allen screws and release the Helmet Clamp's back plate. 2. Determine the location on the helmet where the Helmet Clamp must be attached. 3. Adjust the Helmet Clamp's location on the Helmet so that the microphone is located opposite your mouth. You may need to reposition the Clamp repeatedly until you identify the best spot. The scala rider® Q2TM 7 microphone must be positioned vertically and not horizontally (Be sure to clean the selected area prior to the gluing process). 4. Use the pre ...