ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for your recent purchase of the ChatterBox GMRS X1 Bluetooth ® system.The GMRS X1 Bluetooth ® is a 2 channel (38 talk groups) UHF transceiver with up to 5 mile range. Bluetooth ®...
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 3 UNPACKING AND INSPECTING Check that all contents are in good order. If any parts of the equip- ment have been damaged in transit or are missing, please contact our customer service department immediately at 888-452-2269 1.
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 5 INITIAL SET-UP The rechargeable Ni-MH battery comes initially charged from the fac- tory. We recommend that the battery be pre-conditioned by allowing it to drain completely before applying an additional 14 hr. charge.To reduce the risk of damage to the battery do not use any other charg- er except the one supplied with the kit.
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 6 OPERATIONS Description MODE INTERCOM MODE SCAN MODE BATTERY METER MELODY LOCK TALK GROUP CHANNEL POWER ON/OFF Turn the VOX sensitivity dial clockwise to turn the unit on.The radio will emit a tone to let you know the unit is on.
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 7 VOLUME LEVEL Choose the desired volume level with the Up/Down button.Then press the PTT button to enter. TALK GROUP Press the Mode button once, while the number is blinking choose the desired “talk roup” by pressing Up/Down button.Then press the PTT button to enter.
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 8 INTERCOM Press the Intercom button for 3 seconds to switch to intercom mode.You will then hear a chime letting you know that the intercom has been activated. Press the same button again to cancel and start regular transmission.
Intercom/Monitor button 3) Immediately release the Intercom/Monitor button after the unit turns on. This procedure causes the ChatterBox to send out a signal to pair via Buletooth ® A) INSTRUCTIONS FOR PAIRING WITH MUSIC SOURCE ONLY...
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In order to do this you must push and hold the MODE button until the screen displays “BT”. When the ChatterBox is in this mode you can adjust the volume level of the music with the volume control on the ChatterBox.You can also navi- gate through the song list by using the channel UP and DOWN but- tons.
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(pair) with the ChatterBox. 9) After doing so your phone is now officially paired with the ChatterBox and you should see some type of icon on your phones main menu page. 10) If you turn one of the two devices off you will have to re-connect using the same process.
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ATELY after the cell phone connects. When riding with your cell phone and music device paired to the ChatterBox this would be the typical set up. First choose the channel you want to communicate on with your riding partners. After doing...
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7) Your GPS should then display that it is connecting. Please allow some time for you GPS to completely connect (pair) with the ChatterBox. 8) Make sure the ChatterBox is in BT mode for you to be able to hear the voice prompts etc.
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 14 HEADSET INSTALLATION 1. For the open face headset, use the plastic tie clip to secure the windsock. For the full face headset, microphone covers come pre- installed. 2. Helmets without speaker pockets. Attach the foam covers to the speakers respectively (Drawing 1).
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 15 MAIN UNIT INSTALLATION Fasten the mounting bracket snugly to the bottom left side of the helmet with the bolts supplied. Make sure the rubber pad is placed between the outer mounting bracket and the outer shell of the hel- met.Then align the mounting bracket with the grooves on the back...
* You must wait until the end of one transmission to begin another. VOX FUNCTION The VOX adjustment knob on the front of your ChatterBox is the single most important control on the unit. When set on “Hi” (high) the microphone will easily pick up a normal speaking voice. Never begin riding with the VOX set on “Hi”.This will cause the microphone...
It’s simple, quick and effective. A) With the unit off, turn the VOX knob to the “Hi” (high) sensitivity position. B) Place the helmet on your head (with the ChatterBox fully install). C) Speak into the microphone in a normal voice.You should hear your voice in the speakers.
ChatterBox 24P, 05-07 5/17/07 8:32 PM Page 18 TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem 1. Cutting out during transmission. Solution 1) Adjust the mic sensitivity to a higher setting (clock- wise) or speak louder. Solution 2) Position the microphone directly kissing your lips and speak without pausing.The closer the micro-...
ChatterBox USA guarantees that each new ChatterBox will be free from defective materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. ChatterBox will remedy any such defect by repair or replacement (at our discretion) of the prod-...