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Cardo Systems PACKTALK User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    9. SUPPORT ............... . 29 IMPORTANT: This is version 2.0 of the User Manual, for PACKTALK software version 2.0 or later. Please note, that the manual is periodically updated on the Cardo website to include the latest features...
  • Page 3 Flip-up Antenna Intercom Mobile Audio Roller-Wheel scala rider PACKTALK button layout...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    ™ system for motorcycle helmets. If you have purchased the PACKTALK DUO, your retail box contains two factory-paired units. The scala rider PACKTALK offers the following key features: INTERCOM OPTIONS Dual DMC™ (Dynamic Meshwork Communication) and Bluetooth® intercom technologies on board –...
  • Page 5 ➤ Volume Per Mode: Volume is set and saved at different levels for each audio source We wish you a great experience with your scala rider PACKTALK and encourage you to write us at support@cardosystems.com with any questions, suggestions or comments you may have.

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    Cardo SmartSet App users can find a battery indicator in the bottom right-hand corner of the App. The scala rider PACKTALK is waterproof and dustproof. However, when in use, the USB silicone cover should be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture from...

  • Page 7: Customization And Settings

    3. CUSTOMIZATION AND SETTINGS Get the most out of your scala rider by changing the settings and customizing your unit according to your own personal preferences. There are three ways to change the settings: via the Cardo Community on a PC / Mac*, the Cardo SmartSet App or from the Menus on your device.

  • Page 8: Cardo Community Web Platform

    Use the roller-wheel ( ) to access and navigate the built-in menus to easily operate and customize your scala rider PACKTALK. The menu will vary according to which mode you are in (Standby/A2DP Music/FM). The Settings menu and Advanced Settings menu can be accessed only in Standby Mode.
  • Page 9 Standby mode menu Settings menu (3 taps on A2DP / Intercom audio priority Mute / Unmute the Pack (only in DMC mode) VOX Operation Mode Play Music Spoken Status Announcements Play Radio Click-to-Link Start Intercom (only in Bluetooth mode) Voice Dial Redial Hotdial Parallel Audio Streaming...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    4. GETTING STARTED 4.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS π Press for 2 seconds Power ON 3 BLUE flashes + ascending tone π In Standby, press for 2 seconds Power OFF 3 RED flashes + descending tone Roll the forward or backward to adjust and set volume of Volume current audio source Mute...

  • Page 11: Parallel Audio Streaming And Audio Source Priorities

    4.3 PARALLEL AUDIO STREAMING AND AUDIO SOURCE PRIORITIES The scala rider PACKTALK can stream audio from two connected sources simultaneously, so that you can listen to your music or the radio while holding an intercom conversation. Parallel Audio Streaming is automatically disabled during mobile phone conversations.
  • Page 12 Current Mode Desired Action Say this: “Command List” Hear Voice Command List Start A2DP “Music ON” Standby Turn on FM “Radio ON” “Battery Status” Battery Status <<Say Buddy Name>> * “1+8” Intercom Call Standby / FM / A2DP “Call Intercom” * Intercom call with A and B “Radio OFF”...

  • Page 13: Voice Connect (Vox)

    4.5 VOICE CONNECT (VOX) The PACKTALK has VOX technology for safe and hands-free operation of some key functions. See section 3 to adjust VOX settings. VOX Activation Speak any word loudly into the microphone Answer a call Speak any word loudly into the microphone...

  • Page 14: Intercom

    For more info please visit www.cardosystems.com/PTcompatibility Open the antenna for maximum range To talk to someone via Intercom, first pair your scala rider PACKTALK to the second unit. Pairing is a one-time process. Once paired, the units should automatically recognize...

  • Page 15: Dmc Intercom Mode

    • or in Standby mode, tap simultaneously Introduction The scala rider PACKTALK uses DMC technology to create a spontaneous and fluid virtual network of riders. DMC provides a more stable connection in a group of riders than the Bluetooth intercom mode.
  • Page 16 . Tap again to end the private chat. If you have purchased a PACKTALK DUO, the two units are pre-paired as Private Chat partners in DMC mode until a new Private Chat partner is selected in the Cardo SmartSet App.
  • Page 17 Mute the pack If for any reason you would like to mute the conversation but still remain a pack member, press for 2 seconds. Tap to rejoin the conversation. Leaving a pack If your connection is lost for any reason, you will remain a member of the pack until your unit can reconnect to any of the other members of the pack.

  • Page 18: Bluetooth Intercom Mode

    Bluetooth Intercom communication is possible using one of the three methods: “1+8” Toggling Section 2-way Intercom conversations within a (between scala rider PACKTALK / 5.2a group of up to eight other “1+8” Buddies SMARTPACK, G9/G9x and cardo SHO-1 / SRCS PRO models)
  • Page 19 Buddies can call you by this name. Visit the Cardo Community to configure your Buddy Name (see Section 3). Until you configure a Buddy name, your unit will be known as “PACKTALK”. If you change your Buddy name, you must pair again with your “1+8” Buddies for their devices to receive the new name.
  • Page 20 CALLING “1+8” BUDDIES There are three ways to start an intercom call with “1+8” buddies. OPTION 1: Voice Command (VOX) Say any word loudly into the microphone. When you hear the Voice Command tone, say the name of a ”1+8” Buddy i.e. “John Smith”. VOX Operation settings must be set to “Voice Command”...
  • Page 21 Pairing a channel will replace any existing paired device on that Channel with the newly paired device. If you have purchased the PACKTALK DUO, both units are factory-paired and configured to communicate via Channel “A”. If for any reason you have to pair them again, OR if you wish to pair a different unit to make Intercom calls, proceed as follows: There are three ways to pair Intercom (IC) Channels “A”...
  • Page 22 CARDO GATEWAY Non-Cardo devices can connect via the “Cardo Gateway”, allowing conversation between your PACKTALK and a non-Cardo brand of Bluetooth intercom. Cardo Gateway pairing is done on Intercom Channel “B”. There are three ways to pair with a non-Cardo brand of Bluetooth intercom: OPTION 1: Via the Cardo SmartSet App Â...
  • Page 23 CALLING INTERCOM CHANNELS “A” AND “B” OPTION 1: Voice Connect (VOX) Say any word loudly into the microphone. When you hear the Voice Command tone, say “Call Intercom” to start an intercom call with “A” and/or “B” (subject to who is present). VOX Intercom calls with only “A”...
  • Page 24 THREE-WAY INTERCOM FOUR-WAY INTERCOM : Conference Mode Considerations IMPORTANT During a 3 or 4-Way Intercom Conference call, riders using both intercom channels “A” and “B” will not be able to receive phone calls or GPS instructions as long as the call is in progress.

  • Page 25: Busy Signal

    5.2c CLICK-TO-LINK (CTL) INTERCOM MODE Click-to-Link is a spontaneous way to instantly initiate 1-on-1 intercom calls with other riders near you, without being paired. Think of it as a private channel that you can set up on-the-go with other riders that you see along the way. Click-to-Link can be disabled effectively blocking any attempt by a third party to send a CTL request to you.

  • Page 26: Using A Mobile Phone, Gps Or Mp3 Player

    6. USING A MOBILE PHONE, GPS OR MP3 PLAYER To use a Bluetooth device with your scala rider PACKTALK you must first pair them. Once paired, they will automatically recognize each other whenever they are within range (10m / 33ft).

  • Page 27: Making And Receiving Phone Calls

    • If you have paired 2 different mobile phones directly to your scala rider, you will need to set one as default for making calls. • If your GPS supports it, you can pair the second mobile phone directly to the GPS and then pair the GPS to your scala rider, and so connect both mobile phones and the GPS to your scala rider.

  • Page 28: Listening To Music Via A2Dp

    6.3 LISTENING TO MUSIC VIA A2DP (on A2DP/AVRCP compatible Bluetooth audio devices) ß π Play In standby, tap or use the Voice Command / Feature Menu ß π Pause/Stop Press for 2 seconds or use Voice Command ß π Next Track With music ON, tap or use Voice Command ß...

  • Page 29: Fm Radio

    7. FM RADIO Your scala rider includes a built-in FM radio with a 6 Preset memory and RDS (Radio Data System). RDS allows the radio to automatically retune to the strongest frequency available for the FM station you are listening to when the signal becomes too weak. π...

  • Page 30: Automatic Radio Tuning

    7.2 AUTOMATIC RADIO TUNING Find 6 temporary radio stations. These stations cannot be saved and do not replace your saved FM Presets. Turning off your unit will clear the temporary stations and restore the FM Presets. π 1. With the radio on, tap three times.

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