Cobalt Digital Inc BLUE-MOB User Manual

FIG. 2 Typical Rear Connection Type Radio
STEP ONE: Connecting the Mobile Adapter to a Two-Way Radio
* When connecting the COBALT BLUE-MOB Bluetooth Adapter to a two-way mobile radio, first
make sure that the two-way radio is powered off.
* Insert the radio connector of the Mobile Adapter into the corresponding jack on the two-way
radio. Push the connector into the jack until it is firmly seated.
NOTE: Most models of COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter connect to the accessory plug on the
rear of the two-way radio. However, some models may connect to the radio's front microphone
jack and/or rear external speaker jack.
* On some models you may need to tighten one or more retaining screws on the adapter after
plugging the Mobile Adapter's connector into the two-way radio.
* If you will use the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter with a wired Push-to-Talk (such as a
footswitch) plug the connector for the PTT into the External PTT Jack of the adapter and mount
the switch.
FIG. 3 Typical Front and Rear Connection Radio
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Controls and Connections
Adapter Housing
The Bluetooth and radio interface circuitry of the
COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter are contained
inside this compact and rugged polycarbonate housing
Multifunction Button
This button is used to place
the COBALT BLUE-MOB
Mobile Adapter in pairing mode.
It can also be used as a Push-to-Talk
(PTT) button
Velcro for Mounting
The Velcro pad on the bottom
of the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile
Adapter allows it to be mounted in a
convenient location near the mobile/base
station two-way radio
External PTT Jack
This 2.5 mm Tip-Sleeve (TS) style jack
can be used to connect an (optional)
external Push-to-Talk device (such as
a foot switch) to the adapter. The correct
method for wiring the external switch
appears below.
Connection Cable
The COBALT BLUE-MOB Adapter uses shielded cable to
connect the adapter to the mobile/base station radio
FIG. 1 Connecting a remote PTT
Reprogramming the Radio
* In order for the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter to work properly, some two-way mobile radios
may require reprogramming using the radio's manufacturer's Computer Programming Software and
a programming cable. This may be necessary to ensure that all of the needed signals are available on
the radio's accessory port or to set audio levels to match the headset.
* If you believe that your radio requires reprogramming (or are unsure) you should contact your
two-way radio dealer or COBALT AV's technical support.
Mounting the Adapter
Velcro is supplied with the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter allowing you to secure the adapter to
nearly any location near the mobile two-way radio. For convenience, you should mount the adapter
somewhere that the user will be able to see the status LED and to reach the Multifunction Button for
ease of use. Mounting adapter as high as possible and making sure it is not blocked by metal or
electrical devices will ensure best possible wireless range.
STEP TWO: Pairing the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter with a Bluetooth Headset
* Make sure that the mobile two-way radio and Bluetooth Headset are both turned OFF. The
Bluetooth Headset should be fully charged.
* Put the Bluetooth Headset into pairing mode following the instructions provided by the headset's
manufacturer.
* On the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter, press and hold the Multifunction Button while turning
the radio ON. Continue to hold the Multifunction button down for approximately three seconds.
Release the button when the status LED of the adapter begins to flash two times per second. The
COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter is now in headset pairing mode.
NOTE: Your two-way mobile radio may transmit during this process. You should set the radio to a
channel where interference to other operations will be minimized while you are pairing these devices.
* Place the Bluetooth Headset near the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter and wait. Within a few
seconds, the devices should synch to each other. Once paired, the LED on Mobile Adapter will
change to a long blue flash followed by a single blue flash every few seconds.
* If the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter does not detect a compatible Bluetooth Headset within
sixty seconds of being put into pairing mode, the adapter will exit the pairing mode and resume
normal operation.
BT-PTT Wireless
PTT Switch (optional)
FIG. 4 - Wireless Communication System
Status LED
The LED flashes messages that lets
the user know the current status of
the COBALT BLUE-MOB Mobile Adapter.
Radio Connector
The radio connector
is the part of the
adapter that plugs
into your mobile
or base station
two-way radio
NOTE: BT-M83 Model shown.
Other models may vary slightly in appearance.
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Your headset device
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