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Owner's Manual, ComSystem
K1200 LT
BMW of North America, LLC
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey 07677-7731

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual, ComSystem K1200 LT BMW of North America, LLC Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey 07677-7731...
  • Page 2 / accessories available to maximize your enjoyment of the system. If you have any questions, please direct them to your BMW retailer, who is always available to assist you with advice and support for all of your motorcycle needs.

  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    Safety Notes The following symbols are used in this operating manual for safety notes: Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation or unsafe practice that may cause property damage or may invalidate your vehicle warranty.
  • Page 4 Check the volume control position of your ComSystem prior to use. If in doubt about the correct setting, turn the volume control counter-clockwise to a minimal level prior to turning on ignition to avoid excessively loud volume when the motorcycle ignition is turned on. Set your ComSystem to a volume level which allows you at all times to hear traffic noises and the signals of other road-users (especially police and emergency services).
  • Page 5 All conversations and telephone calls that are conducted with the transmit button pressed can be received and overheard by third parties when the two-way radio is switched on. We strongly recommend that the ComSystem be installed by an authorized BMW retailer.
  • Page 6 ComSystem has been optimized to provide excellent music fidelity for your listening enjoyment, gaining full benefit from the BMW 120W sound system that is standard on the K 1200 LT. The BMW ComSystem will function with any BMW helmet headset sold to-date with 6-pin DIN plug connections.
  • Page 7 Controls BMW ComSystem Control Surface: 1. Auxiliary Audio Input 2. Fairing Speaker / Headset Switch 3. Intercom Volume 4. FRS Radio Input 5. Intercom VOX Sensitivity 6. Cell Phone Input 7. FRS or CB Transmit Select Switch Motorcycle Connections / Controls 8.
  • Page 8 (There is no automatic intercom volume increase function as with the BMW radio, as the perceived intercom volume does not change much with speed changes due to wearing a helmet) •...
  • Page 9 • The intercom will mute the music from all audio sources when VOX is engaged, and return the music 3.5 seconds after the last VOX input is received. The 3.5 second delay spans the natural gaps that occur from voice inflections and minor turns of the head (away from microphone) that occur while riding.
  • Page 10 (such as MP3 devices) to the audio channel (Level 1). Requirements • Connect the accessory audio device using a connection cable BMW PN 99 99 0 000 204 (short) or 99 99 0 000 205 (long), which has a 3.5 mm stereo plug at both ends.
  • Page 11 Given the increased emphasis / local legislation requiring the use of cellular phone headsets while driving a car, as well as the proliferation of phone models and calling plans available, BMW is providing a simple connection to the ComSystem via the cellular phone headset 2.5 mm jack found on most phones.
  • Page 12 oddments compartment. A longer cable is available PN 99 99 0 000 203 to allow placement of the phone in the optional tank utility pouch 71 60 2 342 670. • Turn the phone “on”, place the phone in the tray and close the lid. •...
  • Page 13 Operation of (FRS) Family Channel Radio Requirement • A FRS radio such as the Kenwood FreeTalk™ (BMW PN 99 99 0 000 041) and corresponding adapter cable (BMW PN 99 99 0 000 199) are required. Several different adapter cables have been developed for the most popular FRS radios (see page 23).
  • Page 14 • Incoming FRS radio transmissions will activate the intercom system, mute the music (Level 1), and will be heard by rider and passenger. Rider and passenger can discuss what is being heard from the FRS or CB radio without that conversation be transmitted. If CB is also being monitored, incoming transmissions will mix with the FRS radio broadcasts, muting the music as well.
  • Page 15 particularly true of CB, which is AM band (FRS is FM). Therefore, expect less range in mountain areas, greater range in plains areas. Note: For maximum enjoyment of the system, it is imperative that the helmet headset microphone placement be correct, as advised in the headset installation instructions.
  • Page 16 • We recommend that the CB radio kit be installed by your BMW retailer. • The BMW CB antenna kit BMW PN 99 00 0 001 050 / 051 mast and base is required. • A push-to-talk button is required. A driver and passenger PTT button kit is available to allow either person to initiate communications on the CB radio under BMW PN 99 99 0 000 193.
  • Page 17 desired channel. You can select memory functions to remember specific channels. • With intercom volume set at your normal level, adjust the volume of the CB radio to be received at a comfortable level. Use the CB radio volume control to do this (you need to receive a real transmission to do this) before the ride begins.
  • Page 18 Note: If you receive a cell phone call while riding with the FRS or CB radio in use, the cell phone will mute all Level 1 & 2 communications. How- ever, if (out of habit) you press the PTT button while talking on the phone (something you should not do), that portion of your phone conversation could be transmitted over the FRS or CB radio.
  • Page 19 Requirements • A GPS system with audio output signal and / or AAWD with audio output signal. • See your BMW retailer for details on the BMW Ridefinder GPS system or AAWD options. Function • Mount your AAWD to the motorcycle.
  • Page 20 Very low volume levels may produce a “choppy” audio response. • A special plug kit with universal pigtail is available from your BMW retailer under BMW PN 99 99 0 000 194, to provide a quick connection to your AAWD. A three-conductor plug is mounted in the LH handlebar molded housing, allowing quick disconnection of your AAWD.
  • Page 21 BMW helmet headsets are delivered with upper-section cords only, which possess a universal plug connection enabling connection to BMW as well as other brands of motorcycle audio systems. A lower section cord must be purchased to complete the connection to the motorcycle.
  • Page 22 PTT switch which can be attached with Velcro. Passengers usually attach the PTT switch to a jacket belt loop or nearby handhold. The BMW FreeTalk™ Headset Harness is available under BMW PN 99 99 0 000 026. BMW FreeTalk™ Headset Harness PTT Switch BMW has also produced a fixed-mount PTT switch which fits all recent BMW models, including those with hydraulic clutch and manual choke.
  • Page 23 BMW 2.5 mm pin contacts 61 13 1 376 202 BMW 2.5 mm socket contacts 88 88 6 611 132 BMW 2.5 mm pin and socket extraction tool 99 99 0 000 048 Replacement PTT button covers 12 52 1 732 634...
  • Page 24 99 99 0 000 030 1988 - 2000 Honda GL1500 w/J & M passenger control panel 99 99 0 000 033 BMW Helmet Headset – Full Coverage 99 99 0 000 034 BMW Helmet Headset – Open Face 99 99 0 000 035...

  • Page 25: Technical Data

    Technical Data Current Draw Operating Voltage Audio Input Maximum level in Frequency Response Aux. Audio Input Maximum level in Frequency Response Intercom Input Maximum level in Frequency Response System / ignition off System on / standby (no audio, no transmission, external music switch off) Maximum (with CB transmission)
  • Page 26 Input from FRS Radio Input from CB Radio Input from Cell Telephone Input from GPS / Audio Warning Device Output Audio Output to FRS Radio Output to CB Radio Output to Cell Telephone GPS B+ Power Supply Frequency Impedence Sensitivity Maximum 1 kHz 1 kHz 1 kHz...
  • Page 27 Part # 99 99 0 000 190 Replacement Wiring Harness 1 - Main Part # 99 99 0 000 191 Replacement Wiring Harness 2 - Rear...
  • Page 28 Part # 99 99 0 000 192 Replacement Wiring Harness 3 - Front Part # 99 99 0 000 199 Kenwood FreeTalk Adapter Harness...
  • Page 29 Part # 99 99 0 000 200 Motorola Talk-About Adapter Harness Part # 99 99 0 000 201 Motorola Talk-About (T Series) Adapter Harness...
  • Page 30 Part # 99 99 0 000 196 ComSystem CB Wire Diagram...
  • Page 31 © 2001 BMW of North America, LLC Logo and trademark are registered Printed in U.S.A. 06/01 PN 99 99 0 000 210...

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