1. INTRODUCTION CARDO COMMUNITY® Thank you for choosing the scala rider Q1® Bluetooth® communication and entertainment system for motorcycle helmets. • Customize your scala rider settings This manual will help you set up, configure and operate the • Download software upgrades, enhancements and new features scala rider Q1.
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CONTENTS OF RETAIL BOX Replacement Corded microphone mic sponges* scala rider Q1 NOTE: If you purchased the TeamSet, the Box will include two sets of each item listed below. Speaker booster pads Speakers scala rider Q1 Wall charger plug Intercom Button (“IC”) USB cable Music / Mobile Button (“MM”) Hybrid mic clip Volume Up (“V+”) MP3 cable...
2. CHARGING THE SCALA RIDER 3. CARDO COMMUNITY PLATFORM Make sure that your scala rider is fully charged for at least 4 hours Visit http://community.cardosystems.com for the following before initial use. features: • Register your device for warranty and technical support •...
4.2 STATUS LIGHTS 4. GETTING STARTED None scala rider is OFF 1 BLUE flash every 3 seconds Standby mode 4.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS No active audio sources 2 BLUE flashes every Active mode – Call in progress / music Power ON / OFF Press “IC” for 2 seconds 3 seconds or other audio source is ON ON: 3 BLUE flashes + Ascending tone 1 RED flash every 3 seconds Standby mode –...
4.4 SETTINGS If your VOX keeps starting calls involuntarily, change the setting Customize various settings according to your preferences: to ‘Low’. • S poken Status Announcements, i.e. informing you about ENABLE/DISABLE VOX connectivity status (default: ON) • AGC sensitivity level for the speakers (default: Medium) In Standby, press “V+”...
5.2 PAIRING THE INTERCOM CHANNEL IMPORTANT: VOX and AGC performance will vary based on environmental conditions including driving speed, helmet type and NOTE: Pairing will replace any existing paired device with the new ambient noise. device. For improved performance, minimize the wind impact on the If you have purchased the Q1 TeamSet, the retail package contains microphone by using the large microphone sponge and closing the two pre-paired units.
If other scala rider users are nearby, your next Click-to-Link call 4. Search for Bluetooth devices on your phone/GPS/MP3 player by may randomly connect to any of them. following the device’s instructions. 5. After a few seconds the device will list “scala rider Q1 ”. Select it. 5.6 BUSY SIGNAL 6.
6.2a H OT DIAL (CALL A PRE-PROGRAMMED PHONE NUMBER) To use the Hot-Dial feature, first configure your scala rider via the Volume Up (“V+”) Cardo Community (see section 3 for details). 6.2b BLUETOOTH CHANNEL PRIORITY If you have 2 mobile phones paired directly to your scala rider, you will need to set one of them to use as default for outgoing calls.
6.4 CABLE-CONNECTED MP3 PLAYERS 7. FM RADIO The USB Port can be used to connect a non-Bluetooth audio source using the enclosed cable. Your scala rider includes a built-in FM radio with a 6 Preset memory and RDS (Radio Data System). 7.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS Turn on Radio In standby, double tap “MM” Micro USB / AUX •...
3. Tap “MM” within 20 seconds of finding the FM station to save it 8. TROUBLESHOOTING as the current Preset. 4. To continue scan: Wait for the next station to be found. Reboot If your scala rider stops responding, reset it by turning it off and then on again (press “IC”...
WARNING: FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: Cardo Systems Inc., (“Cardo” or the “Company”) notifies you that your complete and undivided This equipment complies with FCC/”IC” radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled attention is required when using a communication device (the “Product”) while riding. Failure to environment.
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LIMITED WARRANTY Exercise all due caution while using this Product and obey all applicable traffic laws. Always ride and use the Product in a safe manner. Do not become distracted by the Product while riding on a Subject to the applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction, your Product is covered by a vehicle.
Not covered by the warranty: which is required as proof of purchase for warranty repairs. The RMA tracking number should be written on the outside of the package. Send the Product freight charges prepaid, to the Cardo 1. Defects or damage resulting from the use of this Product in other than its normal and customary address as directed by Cardo.
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(b) these risks may be caused by the negligence of the manufacturers or its agents or any third 5. By using the Product, you confirm that you have read this release of liability and fully party involved in the Product; understand and accept its terms and conditions.
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