PRYME PRYMEBLU BT-5 V2 Series User Manual

QUICK START
1. Charge the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter.
2. Connect the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter to a compatible two-way radio.
3. Pair the PRYMEBLU Radio Adapter with a compatible wireless audio accessory.
4. Pair a PRYMEBLU Wireless Push-to-Talk button with the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter (optional).
5. Test and use.

Charging the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter

The PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter has an internal Lithium Ion rechargeable battery pack which must be
charged prior to using and must be recharged regularly. A fully charged battery will provide more than
12 hours of operation before needing to be recharged. However, operating time can vary depending on
usage and the condition of the battery pack. Recharge the battery regularly.
To charge the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter:
1. Ensure the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter is turned off,
using the switch located on the device.
2. Plug the supplied wall charger into a standard AC outlet.
3. Plug the charger into the charge jack on the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter.
4. Once the charging process has begun, the LED indicator on the PRYMEBLU Advanced
Adapter will show a constant red light. Typical charge time is approximately 5-6 hours.
Actual charge time will vary depending on several factors including the battery's charge
state, condition, and age.
6. When done charging, the LED on the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter will turn off.
Always disconnect the charger from the adapter when charging is completed.
Charging Cautions:
- Use only the wall charger supplied by the manufacturer. Do not use any other charger.
- Do not use a wall charger that appears to be damaged. (Example: frayed wires, melted plastic, etc.)
Contact PRYME to get a new manufacturer-approved replacement charger.
- Do not tamper with or modify the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter or charger.
- Always turn the power switch to the off position when charging the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter.

Connecting the Adapter to Radio

To connect your PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter to a two-way radio, follow these steps:
* Always turn off your two-way radio before connecting the
PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter.
* Plug the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter into the
speaker mic jack of your two-way radio. Press gently
but firmly until the connector is fully seated.
* On some models of two-way radio, you may need
to tighten one or more retaining screws in order to
ensure that the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter
remains securely attached to the radio
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Controls and Connection

Radio Connector
This two-pin connector
plugs into the SP/MIC jack on
a compatible two-way radio.
NOTE: BT-503-V2 model shown.
Other models may vary slightly
in appearance.

Pairing with a Wireless Audio Accessory

* Power off the two-way radio and all BT devices to be used, including the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter,
the wireless BT PTT Button, and any BT audio accessories. You should also power off phones, tablets,
and other nearby devices with BT technology during the pairing process.
* Power on the radio that the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter is connected to. Wait until the radio
has fully booted up. This can take up two three full seconds.
* Turn the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter using the Power Switch while holding down the TALK button.
* Continue to hold the Talk button down until the status LED begins to flash two times per second.
This can take approx. 3-5 seconds.
* Release the Talk button. The PRYMEBLU Advanced
Adapter is now in audio accessory pairing mode.
* Activate the pairing mode on your compatible wireless audio
accessory using the process provided by that device's manufacturer.
* Keep the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter and wireless audio accessory
close to each other and wait a few seconds.
* Once the audio accessory and adapter are paired with each other,
the status LED on the adapter will show a long blue flash and then
begin to flash approximately once every second. Once successfully
paired, you will be able to operate your two-way radio using your
compatible wireless accessory.

Pairing with a Wireless PTT Button

The PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter is compatible
with a few different wireless PTT buttons:
• PRYMEBLU BT-PTT2, which uses conventional BT.
• PRYMEBLU BT-PTT-Z or PRYMEBLU BT-PTT-ZU,
which use a special form of BT called BT Low Energy (BLE).
To pair the adapter with a PTT button, follow these steps:
* Power off the two-way radio and all BT devices to be used, including the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter,
the wireless BT PTT Button, and any BT audio accessories. You should also power off phones, tablets,
and other nearby devices with BT technology during the pairing process.
* Power on the radio that the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter is connected to. Wait until the radio
has fully booted up. This can take up two three full seconds.
* Power on the PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter using the Power Switch while holding down the TALK button.
* Continue to hold the Talk button down until the status LED begins to flash two times per second.
Note that the LED on the adapter may show several single flashes before shows double flashes. This can
take approximately three to five seconds.
* Release the Talk button. The PRYMEBLU Advanced Adapter is now in audio accessory pairing mode.
To enter PTT pairing mode, proceed to the next step.
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STATUS LED
The LED flashes messages that
let the user know the current
status of the PRYMEBLU Adapter.
Multi-Function Talk Switch
ThIs button is used to place the PRYMEBLU
Advanced Adapter in pairing mode. This switch
can also be used to activate the Push-To-Talk
function of the 2-way radio.
POWER SWITCH
This slide switch is used
to power the PRYMEBLU
Advanced Adapter on or off.
CHARGE JACK
This micro-USB jack is used
to recharge the internal battery
of the PRYMEBLU Advanced
Adapter by connecting it to
a 5-Volt USB charger.
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