BCS1 Introduction Thank you for selecting the BCS1 Bluetooth Aux Car Adapter Kit. The unit incorporates the latest state-of-the-art electronics and is designed for use in cars. The unit is constructed to provide years of reliable, trouble-free service and is designed for quick and easy installation.
BCS1 Controls and Indicators 1. Light Ring Unlit - unit is off. Red - unit is disconnected. Blue - unit is connected. Alternating red and blue - unit is in pairing mode. 2. Multi-Function Button 3. Built-In Microphone 4. Off / On / (Bluetooth) Switch Slide down to OFF to turn the unit off.
Installation Place the Button Note: The built-in microphone is housed in the button. Point the microphone towards you. The microphone should be as close to your mouth and as directly in front of you as possible. Using the sticker mount: not interfere with driving.
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BCS1 Optimal Stickey Mount Acceptable Stickey Mount Clip Mount Avoid...
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1. Insert the power plug into your car’s 12 VDC power adapter. 2. Insert the USB connector into the BCS1 port on the power plug. 3. Insert the audio cable into your car’s AUX port. If the cable is too short, use an extension cable (not included).
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2. Connect the BCS1’s 8 pin DIN cable in place of the iPod cable. 3. Do not connect the BCS1 or the iPod cable to the SATELLITE ONLY port of the module. 4. Do not connect the USB port or the Auxiliary cables of the BCS1 when the mini-DIN cable is connected.
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1. Disconnect the Apple 30 pin – 8 pin DIN cable from the interface module. 2. Connect the BCS1’s 8 pin DIN cable in place of the iPod cable. 3. Do not connect the USB port or the Auxiliary cables of the BCS1 when the mini-DIN cable is connected.
Note: The following procedures are generic. Procedures for pairing mobile phones may vary. Please refer to the manual that came with your mobile phone. 1. Turn the BCS1 on and slide the button slider up to the (Bluetooth) position. The light bar will 2.
Note: On some vehicles, the 12 VDC power adapter will not be on unless the car is on. 3. Turn your car stereo on and set the input source to AUX. 4. Make sure there is power to the BCS1 - the light ring will be lit. Note: The BCS1 will autoconnect to the last paired phone.
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Activating Siri Assistant To activate the Siri Assistant (if available), press and hold the multi-function button for two seconds and then release it. Managing Phone Calls To make a call: Place calls as you normally do on your phone. The call audio will be heard through your car stereo. To make a call using voice-dialing: If your phone supports voice-dialing, press and hold the multi-function button for 2–3 seconds, and then release the multi-function button.
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BCS1 Managing Multiple Calls/Call-Waiting To answer a second incoming call: Tap the multi-function button three times to reject the call. To switch between two calls: Double-tap the multi-function button. To end the call on hold: Tap the multi-function button three times.
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Managing Music To play music: Tap the multi-function button. Your phone will play whatever music was last playing. To change the music selection, use the controls on the phone. Note: Some phones may require you to tap the button to put the phone into music mode. To pause/un-pause the music: Tap the multi-function button.
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1. Select the interface from the factory car radio by pressing the MODE / CDC / SAT button (depending on the interface module setting). 2. Pair the phone with the BCS1. 3. Play streaming music from the phone, directing its output to the Bluetooth hands free kit.
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1. Select the interface from the factory car radio by tuning to the preset frequency (88.7 / 93.3 / 97.5 / 107.7). 2. Pair the phone with the BCS1. 3. Play streaming music from the phone, directing its output to the Bluetooth hands free kit.
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BCS1 Summary of Multi-Function Button Functions Phone model Answer call End call Pause/play music Skip songs forward Voice-dialing iPhone 4 Double-tap Press/hold for 2-3 sec and then release iPhone 3GS Double-tap Press/hold for 2-3 sec and then release Indistinct Double-tap...
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Online Audio Streaming Services If you use audio-streaming services or apps such as Pandora® or iheartradio®, you may be able to use the BCS1 to enjoy streaming audio through your car stereo. However, not all phones or audio- streaming services support this feature.
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If you are on a call and need to get out of your car, you can transfer the audio back to your phone. 1. Turn the BCS1 off or select a different source from the mobile phone. 2. Continue your conversation on your phone.
Troubleshooting You can quickly solve most problems with your BCS1 by following the advice in this section. Problem Solution The audio is not Make sure both the car stereo and BCS1 are powered on. coming out of the stereo speakers.
BCS1 while driving. Do not attempt to adjust or retrieve an unsecured BCS1 while driving. Adjust the position of your BCS1 so that it does not interfere with any of the operating controls of the vehicle or your view of the road.
Compliance Information FCC Statement 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 undesired operation.
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BCS1 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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