Funkwerk EGO FLASH Operation Manual
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129 8001 1.04
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  • Page 1 129 8001 1.04 English Operating Manual...
  • Page 2 Funkwerk Dabendorf reserves the right to modifi cations in the course of technological progress and deviations from the delivery scope! All rights reserved! Reproduction, in whole or in part, is only permitted with the prior written consent of Funkwerk Dabendorf GmbH!
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Mobile Telephone ................................10 6.1.3 Muting (radio muting) ................................ 10 6.1.4 Converting the EGO FLASH into an already-installed Funkwerk hands-free car kit ............ 10 6.1.5 Add-on speakers / Car audio telephone connection ......................10 6.1.6 Car audio line-in input ............................... 11 Verbauorte ..............................11...
  • Page 4 The menus ..............................28 7.5.1 User management ................................31 7.5.2 Settings....................................32 7.5.3 iPod Player ..................................34 7.5.4 Music player ..................................35 7.5.5 Contacts list ..................................36 7.5.6 Call lists ..................................... 36 7.5.7 Messages ................................... 37 Voice control ..............................37 EGO FLASH...
  • Page 5 Software update ......................40 Service .......................... 41 Spares parts and accessories ..................44 Technical data ....................... 47 Certification ........................47 Conformity statement ....................48 Hotline ........................... 50...
  • Page 6: List Of Illustrations

    Plug wiring scheme ......................Fig. 10 Connection system ......................Fig. 11 a/b View after changing cables .................... Fig. 12 Additional external loudspeakers .................. Fig. 13 Electronics box connection .................... Fig. 13a Connection of EGO iDapter ..................... Fig. 14 Status bar ........................EGO FLASH...
  • Page 7: Introduction / Foreword

    Before installation in your car, please make sure that your mobile phone is fully compatible with EGO FLASH. If you are uncertain, please consult your dealer or a qualified workshop. Our service team will also be happy to help you with any information you may...
  • Page 8: Safety Notes

    Interference with on-board electronics – Despite the extreme protection against interference, incorrect installation can lead to interference with the vehicle electronic systems. Please read the vehicle manufacturer’s notes to this effect! Appropriate use – The EGO FLASH is intended exclusively for use in vehicles with Bluetooth mobile phones and A2DP ®...
  • Page 9: Scope Of Delivery / Package Content

    Scope of delivery / package content Electronics box Control unit with integrated OLED display Microphone ISO-cable for connection to the car electrical system Self-adhesive pad Quick Guide Safety manual Fig. 01: Scope of Delivery  PLEASE MAKE SURE THE CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE is complete. If any parts are missing, please don‘t hesitate to contact our service hotline team: (+1) 858.566.2170, Mon –...
  • Page 10: Installation Guide

    6.1.1 Vehicle The EGO FLASH may only be installed in vehicles with 12 V, with the negative terminal connected to the chassis. If no car audio is installed, an add-on speaker will be required. For the installation of the optional charging cradle, you will require a model-specific mounting that may be purchased from a specialist dealer.
  • Page 11: Car Audio Line-In Input

    (block connector C), a 0.14 in jack socket or a RCA input socket. An appropriate adapter lead is required for the connection between the EGO FLASH line-out and the line-in version of your audio system. If your car audio system has no line-in option, you can employ the optionally available Stereo Mute Box for stereo reproduction in combination with your car’s front...
  • Page 12: Selection Of The Point Of Installation For The Microphone

    In the space above the DIN installation shaft, close to the steering wheel (in an easily accessible and visible position) Unsuitable for the control console: Airbag inflation space, potential head impact zones, out of reach of driver’s reach EGO FLASH...
  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation  DAMAGE TO ESSENTIAL VEHICLE COMPONENTS! Essential vehicle components or wiring can be damaged when drilling mounting holes or screwing in self-threading screws. Please make sure there is always sufficient space behind the screw holes and drilled holes! 6.3.1 Mounting the electronics box Installation consoles for a number of car models are available from your dealer.
  • Page 14: Mounting The Control Unit With Integrated Display

    During calls, the car radio output is switched to the phone input by the mute input In order to access the phone input of your car audio system, the speaker output of your EGO FLASH must be connected to the phone input of your car audio system. The purple and green leads of the ISO cable must be connected to the car audio phone input for this option.
  • Page 15: Installation Of The Iso Connecting Cable

    EGO FLASH Fig. 07: Installation procedure Connect yellow mute lead to Connect EGO FLASH ISO connectors to car wiring harness ISO connectors one of the three mute inputs (see table) When the installation is completed, reconnect the grounding cable to the...
  • Page 16: Checking The Mute Inputs

    Radio model Wire colour Function Mute Blaupunkt Permanent positive (30) blue Ignition (15) brown Ground (31) Socket contact housing Radio model Wire colour Function Mute Philips Permanent positive (30) blue Ignition (15) Fig. 10: brown Ground (31) Connection system EGO FLASH...
  • Page 17: Checking The Installation

    6.5.2 Checking the installation When the ISO connection cable is correctly installed, a call remains active until the call is ended, even if the ignition has already been turned off beforehand. The system switches off automatically when the call has been ended. If the system switches to off immediately switches off,then exchange the ignition lead (blue) with the power supply lead (red) as shown in Fig.
  • Page 18: Connecting The Components To The Electronics Box

    IMPORTANT: Only connect the device (MP3 player, iPod™, etc.) to the electronics box line-in with a jack cable when it is being powered by battery alone (without the recharger), as interfering impulses may otherwise cause damage to the electronic box line-in. EGO FLASH...
  • Page 19: Fig. 13 Electronics Box Connection

    The electronics box line-out must be connected to the car audio line-in. Depending on the car audio line-in configuration, one of the following cables is required: → Connection cable 0.14 in stereo jack to 0.14 in stereo jack (l = 4.92 ft) →...
  • Page 20: Connection Of The Ego Idapter To The Electronics Box

    Before the EGO iDapter is connected to the Ego Look/Flash, a Bluetooth update to software version 7.0 or higher must be performed. Following this, the EGO iDapter can be attached to the Ego Look/Flash as described in the connection diagram. Abb. 13a: Connection EGO iDapter iPod Player EGO FLASH...
  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    NOTE: Depending on the software, individual functions may not be available! For more information, visit www.egohandsfree.com. Features 7.1.1 Overview of features The hands-free EGO FLASH system supports the Bluetooth hands-free profile. The EGO FLASH is the practical ® all-rounder for phoning in the car and offers the following range of functions: →...
  • Page 22: Symbols

    Symbols The control unit of the EGO FLASH features an OLED display and a total of 6 keys. The illustration below gives a quick overview of the keys. The functions of the individual keys are explained in this section. 7.2.1 Key functions →...
  • Page 23: Symbols In The Status Bar

     NOTE: The EGO FLASH features a screen saver. After 60 seconds of inactivity, the display automatically switches off. Pressing any key will switch the display back on. Pressing a key in this case does not perform any function, but merely switches the display back 7.2.2 Symbols in the status bar...
  • Page 24: Symbols For Menu Options

    The speller allows phone numbers or names to be composed from individual letters or numbers. It is available for vari- ous functions of the EGO FLASH, such as for dialing a phone number or to create a contacts list entry. Operation of the speller is explained below: →...
  • Page 25: Getting Started

    7.4.2 On / Off function The first time you use your EGO FLASH, you must start the EGO FLASH by turning the ignition key. You will see the starting logo and the main display screen. If no connection to a mobile phone exists or no user is found, the functionality of the main menu is restricted.
  • Page 26: Hands-Free Mode

    FLASH from the list of devices found by your mobile phone. During the coupling process, your mobile phone will prompt you to enter a PIN or password. At this point, please enter the series of numbers shown on the display of the EGO FLASH. After a short time, the mobile phone should inform you that coupling was successful.
  • Page 27 The following methods may be used to initiate a call from the menu: → by selecting from the contacts list and the mobile phone → by direct outward dialing of a number with the number speller → dialing from the call list on your mobile phone →...
  • Page 28: The Menus

    During a phone call, you may switch to private mode by selecting the “Private mode” menu item and pressing the key. Conversation is now possible only via the mobile phone. At this moment, communication via the EGO FLASH is prevented, and the other occupants in the car cannot hear the conversation. Pressing the key again quits private mode.
  • Page 29 The “Music player” menu allows you to playback songs and to control them as usual with Play, Pause, Stop, Forward, and Reverse. The playback device can be coupled to the EGO FLASH under “Options”. For details, see the “Music player” chapter.
  • Page 30 Main menu structure for the EGO FLASH User management Settings iPod Player Music player Contacts list Call lists Messages New user Ringtone Playing Playback Search Missed Read message → → → → → → → User 1 - Melody - Pause...
  • Page 31: User Management

    7.5.1 User management Symbol: The EGO FLASH allows you to manage up to 10 user profiles; you can quickly and easily switch between these profiles while using the EGO FLASH. Individual information saved for each user includes the following: → Contacts list →...
  • Page 32: Settings

    7.5.2 Settings Symbol: The “Settings” menu is highly complex, since many settings for the EGO FLASH can be carried out under this menu item. The fol- lowing settings can be carried out: → Ringtone → Brightness → Call settings → Delay time →...
  • Page 33 In some circumstances, such as when the microphone is located very far from or very near to the driver, it may be necessary to adjust microphone sensitivity. There are 10 possible levels of sensitivity that may be selected for the EGO FLASH. The sensitivi ty is shown to the right of the display as a bar.
  • Page 34: Ipod Tm Player

    The activation can only be performed if the accessory device „EGO iDapter“ was also purchased. The iPod player can also be activated if a mobile phone is not paired with the EGO Flash. To be able to play back music from the iPod an iPod must be connected to the EGO iDapter cable.
  • Page 35: Music Player

    The music player is activated through the main menu. The music player may also be activated without a mobile phone being cou- ple to the EGO FLASH. In order to play back music, the EGO FLASH must be coupled to an A2DP-capable device (such as a mobile phone with A2DP, an iPod™...
  • Page 36: Contacts List

    This signals the current progress of the synchronization process. If downloading is successful, the entries can be found in the contacts list for the EGO FLASH. It remains possible to cancel the download manually with the key.
  • Page 37: Messages

    Voice control The dialogue-guided voice control of the EGO FLASH allows you to select a name or number via voice input. While numerical se- lection allows you to directly announce a number, you also have the option to select the name directly from the contacts list.
  • Page 38 This command may be used to select a name from the contacts list. The name must be contained in the contacts list for this com- mand to function. If the name is not recognized or found, the EGO FLASH responds with “Please repeat” and offers you the chance to repeat the command.
  • Page 39 Calls up Help and an explanation of possible commands “Help” As with “Cancel”, this command may be used at any time. If the “Help” command is selected, the EGO FLASH explains which com- mands are possible for specific functions at the time they are called up.
  • Page 40: Software Update

    Software update The software for your EGO FLASH can be updated to the latest version via Bluetooth . In order to receive the most current soft- ® ware, please visit our website at www.egohandsfree.com. A detailed description of the update procedure is included with the software.
  • Page 41: Service

    -capable with a dongle/adapter. If an MP3 player without A2DP is used, ® a jack cable can be used to connect it to the EGO FLASH. 8. Do EGO units have an external antenna port? In combination with the optional charging cradle and the associated base plate, the mobile phone can be connected to the...
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Poor Bluetooth ® connection EGO FLASH or remove (metallic) obstructions if needed The mobile phone is not within range. Place the mobile phone within the range of the EGO FLASH The Bluetooth interface is Switch your mobile phone’s Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 43 EGO iDapter cable not completely connected Reconnect cable to iPod Simultaneously press the green button and the „up“ button for longer System no longer reacts to than 2 seconds. After a short wait time, the EGO FLASH initializes operation itself again...
  • Page 44: Spares Parts And Accessories

    ® by Funkwerk Dabendorf. The charging cradle holds your mobile phone firmly and allows you to recharge its batteries in your car and is an ideal accessory for dri- vers who are constantly on the road and often need their phones. In addition, the external antenna connection ensures outstanding reception and transmission.
  • Page 45 EGO iDapter The EGO iDapter allows convenient integration of your iPod into the vehicle. You thus always have your favorite music with you and can charge the battery of the iPod at the same time. Features: Remote control of the iPod via EGO system Volume control via EGO system Navigation through the track lists in the iPod...
  • Page 46 Replacement parts: [1] Electronics box [2] Control unit with display [3] Microphone [4] Set of connecting cables EGO FLASH...
  • Page 47: Technical Data

    Technical data Outer dimensions of the electronics box 5.138 in x 2.126 in x 0.886 in Outer dimensions of control unit with display 3.039 in x 3.039 in x 0.906 in Control unit cable lengths 6,56 ft Operating voltage 11 V to 15 V Quiescent current consumption (ignition off) max.
  • Page 48: Conformity Statement

    Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ® Funkwerk Dabendorf GmbH Märkische Straße D-15806 Dabendorf Confirms that the hands-free system “EGO FLASH” complies with the fundamental requirements and other relevant regulations of the EU Directive 1999/5/EC. 0681 EGO FLASH...
  • Page 49 FCC statements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause un- desired operation.
  • Page 50: Hotline

    Make sure you have your hands-free system and holder set type available. → Try to explain your problem as precisely as possible. You can contact our service hotline by dialing: Phone: (+1) 858.566.2170 Fax: (+1) 858.566.2179 eMail support@egohandsfree.com EGO FLASH...
  • Page 51 A Funkwerk AG company Funkwerk Dabendorf reserves the right to modifi cations in the course of technological progress and deviations from the delivery scope! All rights reserved! Reproduction, in whole or in part, is only permitted with the prior written consent of Funkwerk Dabendorf GmbH...

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