Introduction - scala rider G4 User Manual

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations, and thank you for choosing the scala rider G4 Bluetooth
helmets.
This manual will help you operate the headset, but you should first familiarize yourself with the Bluetooth functionality of your mobile
phone and/or GPS device before using the scala rider G4.
The retail box of the G4 contains one headset unit. When paired with another scala rider G4, the
headsets can be used as an Intercom at a range of up to one mile or 1.6 km (subject to terrain).
The scala rider G4 is an immensely versatile communication and entertainment tool with a wide
range of connectivity options. The headset may be used as follows:
1. as a Bluetooth headset for mobile phone communication
profiles at a 10 m / 33 ft. range)
2. as a Bluetooth stereo headset for wireless music streaming
with a variety of MP3 Players, adapters and other audio devices**)
3. as a 3-Way Bike-to-Bike Intercom for conference calls with up to two other scala rider G4 or Q2
headsets
(up to 1 mile / 1.6 km. range between two G4 headsets and in Full Duplex*** mode)
4. as a 4-Way Intercom for conference calls between up to four G4 headsets on two motorcycles
between two drivers and their passengers up to 1 mile / 1.6 km. range and in Full Duplex*** mode)
5. as a Driver-to-Passenger Intercom
6. as a Bluetooth headset for receiving GPS Navigation instructions and Streaming Audio from
compatible Bluetooth devices
7. as a stereo headset for listening to the built-in FM Radio
8. as a stereo headset for listening to cable-connected audio devices,
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iPods and iPhones )
ADDITIONAL SPECIAL FEATURES:
• Your headset is equipped with AGC technology (
rider G4 to automatically increase or reduce its volume according to ambient noise and driving
speed. You can also control the volume level manually.
• The G4 also offers VOX technology for safe and hands-free operation of some key functions:
For incoming calls, just pronounce loudly any word (e.g. "hello"). To reject an incoming call,
you need only to remain silent for about 15 seconds.
• The G4 contains advanced software which you may update through any Windows XP based
PC.
• The G4 offers spoken status instructions, so that you always know to whom or what you are
connected to at any given time.
We wish you a great scala rider experience and remain available for any inquiries you may have.
Just write us at help@cardosystems.com
* Mobile phones that do not support the Bluetooth Handsfree profile may prevent you from using certain advanced features
** Future downloadable firmware updates will also provide you with the AVRCP Profile to allow operation of external Bluetooth sources directly from the headset.
*** "Full Duplex" lets you to speak and hear the other party simultaneously, similar to mobile or landline phone conversations and unlike walkie-talkie communications
(backwards compatible with earlier scala rider headsets)
Automatic Gain Control
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Headset for motorcycle
(supporting Bluetooth Headset, Handsfree* and A2DP
(supporting the Bluetooth A2DP profile, compatible
(such as non-Bluetooth MP3 Players,
), allowing your scala
(i.e.