G4 PowerSet User Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. CONTENTS OF THE RETAIL BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3. CHARGING THE G4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4. BASIC SETUP AND CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 4.
Congratulations, and thank you for choosing the scala rider G4 PowerSet Bluetooth communication system for motorcycle helmets. This manual will help you operate the G4 units, but you should first familiarize yourself with the Bluetooth functionality of your mobile phone and/or GPS device before using the scala rider G4. The retail box of the G4 PowerSet contains two G4 units that are already factory paired. Among other features, the G4 units can be used for Intercom at a range of up to one mile or 1.
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1. Charging the G4 from any A/C wall socket or from a USB port on your computer (charging time from computer takes longer). 2. Downloading software upgrades from any PC running Windows® XP™, Vista™ or Windows 7™. (see section 4.4 for details). 4. BASIC SETUP AND CONFIGURATION 4.
For example, incoming mobile phone calls will interrupt ongoing Intercom calls, while incoming intercom calls will interrupt the audio from the built-in FM Radio etc. Higher Priority Lower Priority 1. Mobile Phone audio or GPS instructions (device specific) 2. Intercom 3. A2DP audio source 4. FM Radio (built-in) 5. Auxiliary Line-In Port (for corded connection e.g. MP3 players). 4.
Caution: This process can be done only once! NOTE: While we have no reason to believe that the gluing option might negatively affect any helmet, Cardo does not assume any responsibility to that effect, irrespective of its nature and circumstances. The Glue Plate is offered as an option that you may choose to use at your own risk and subject to renouncement of any future claims. 1. Use the enclosed Allen Wrench to remove both Allen screws and release the Helmet Clamp’s back plate. 2.
Cable Lead the speaker cord [B] alongside the rim of the padding to the right side and then back to the left side, near speaker [A]. Then place the speaker [B] underneath the padding. Speaker B Speaker B NOTE: For best audio results, make sure that both of your speakers actually touch your ears. Please visit us at www.cardosystems.com/support/faq for other useful tips. Speaker A 5.4 ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE G4 FROM THE HELMET CLAMP ATTACHING: Slide the G4 sideways (i.e.
6. Your phone will confirm that pairing has succeeded and the G4 will begin flashing slowly in Blue. English Thanks to MDC technology each G4 offers parallel connectivity as follows*: ➤ Intercom with up to two other scala rider units ➤ Bluetooth enabled Mobile Phone / GPS device ➤ A2DP enabled MP3 Player or A2DP Adapter NOTE: If you plan to use your mobile phone while using a Bluetooth GPS device, then you should pair your mobile phone to the GPS and not to the G4. * see restrictions under 9.10 b 6.
4. After a few seconds the GPS will list “scala rider G4” as a discovered device. Select it and follow your GPS’s instructions to accept the pairing. 5. If your GPS device prompts for a PIN or Passkey enter 0000 (four zeros). 6. Your GPS device will confirm that pairing has succeeded. The headset will begin flashing slowly in Blue. 7.
A2DP Audio Source Selection: If an A2DP Music Player is paired, the headset will use it as the default audio source. To change the audio source from the current device to the other device, stop the music playing from the current device and start A2DP music playback from the other device. Turning off the headset will set the default back to the A2DP Music Player.
Searching for and saving new stations Radio station pre-sets can be saved using the Cardo Upgrades PC software or directly from your G4 device. There are two ways to search for a new radio station on your G4: Seek and save: 1. While the Radio is on, select the station number from one to six that you wish to set by tapping the CHANNEL “B” button until the desired station is found. 2. Press and hold the Volume Up or Volume Down Button for three seconds.
Terminate a call Tap the Mobile Button during a call, or let the other party terminate the call Using the auxiliary line-in port for cable connectivity The G4 has an auxiliary jack which allows you to connect nonBluetooth audio sources, such as MP3 players (with 3.5 mm - 1/8” stereo jacks) to the G4 by using the enclosed cable. 1. Make sure the G4 is on Standby mode, flashing slowly in Blue. 2.
9. USING THE INTERCOM 9.1 INTRODUCTION The scala rider G4 PowerSet provides you with an impressive Bike-to-Bike Intercom range by simply flipping up the antenna. The Flip-up antenna allows you to maximize intercom range with Flip-up Antenna other bikers at up to 1 mile / 1.6 km for extended range (subject to terrain). The antenna is also useful when riding in dense urban environments that may affect the transmission quality.
Select your preferred Pairing Option UNITS TO BE PAIRED GO TO SECTION Your G4 with another G4 9.10 a Your G4 with a Q2/Q2 pro 9.11 a Your G4 with one earlier scala rider model 9.11 b Your G4 with two other G4 units 9.10 b Your G4 with one G4 and one Q2/Q2 pro unit 9.11 c Your G4 with two Q2/Q2 pro units 9.11 c Your G4 with one G4 and one other scala rider model 9.11 c Your G4 with one Q2/Q2 pro and one other scala rider model 9.11 c Your G4 with two other scala rider models 9.
9.6 VOICE CONNECT FEATURE (VOX) The G4 offers VOX technology for safe and hands-free operation of some key functions. For incoming calls, just pronounce loudly any word (e.g. “hello”). To reject an incoming call, remain silent for about 15 seconds. To reject an Intercom call remain silent for 30 seconds. NOTE: The Enable/Disable Voice Connect feature affects only the Intercom functionality.
NOTE: Selecting a CHANNEL that is already in use will override the paired G4 on that CHANNEL with the newly paired G4. 4. On the G4, press and hold the chosen CHANNEL BUTTON (“A” or “B”) for at least six seconds until the G4’s BLUE or RED Light begins flashing rapidly, indicating it is in Intercom Pairing mode. (See Table in 9.10). 5. Repeat Step 3-4 for the second G4. 6.
b. On both units press the Channel ”B” Button until the lights are flashing rapidly in Blue indicating that Rider “B” and Rider “C” are in Pairing mode. 4-Way Intercom between up to two couples on two motorcycles two drivers (1 and 3) and two passengers (2 and 4) c. Within a few seconds, both G4s will show a solid light for two seconds, indicating that they are now paired, connected and ready for use. d. Turn on Rider “A” unit and wait until it reconnects to the factory paired Rider “B” unit.
d. Release the buttons and wait until both G4s display a solid light for two seconds, indicating that the two G4s are now paired for Intercom connection. (This may take up to two minutes). Step Two: Pair Driver 3 to Passenger 4 via Channel “A” Repeat the above pairing procedure between Driver 3 and Passenger 4. Step Three: Pair Passenger 2 to Passenger 4 via Channel “B” Repeat the above pairing procedure between Passenger 2 and Passenger 4 using the Channel “B” button.
9.11 USING THE G4 FOR INTERCOM WITH OTHER SCALA RIDER MODELS 9.11a. TWO-WAY INTERCOM with scala rider Q2/Q2 pro To use your G4 with a Q2 unit, we recommend that you also refer to your Q2 manual. 1. If either device is turned OFF, turn it ON by pressing and holding either the Mobile Button for the G4 unit or the CTRL Button for the Q2 until the Blue Lights flash three times. 2. Make sure that both devices are now flashing slowly in Blue. 3.
Initiate Intercom calls from scala rider G4 Using the G4 with two Q2/Q2 pro headsets: Proceed with setup as in section 9.11a above and use either in Riderto-Passenger or in Bike-to-Bike mode. VOICE CONNECT: Start talking loudly Using the G4 and scala rider Q2/Q2 pro with either a Solo, FM, TeamSet pro or TeamSet (Driver) headset: Once you start talking loudly, an Intercom call will be established with both paired headsets.
Initiate Intercom calls from a G4 There are two ways to start an Intercom call with your paired headsets while the G4 is in Standby mode: VOICE CONNECT: Start talking loudly Once you start talking loudly, an Intercom call will be established with both paired devices, CHANNEL “A” and CHANNEL “B” (if both are available). CHANNEL BUTTON CONNECT: Single tap the CHANNEL “A” or "B" Button to add or remove the chosen channel from an Intercom call. 10.
General Functions Desired result Required Action Making Click-to-Link calls Start a Click-to-Link call request* Double tap Channel “A” Button Cancel a Click-to-Link call Tap Channel “A” Button Accept a Click-to-Link call When you hear the ringtone, tap Channel “A” Button or speak loudly to answer by VOX Reject a Click-to-Link call When hearing the ring tone, remain silent for 10 seconds or until the ring tone subsides Receiving Click-toLink calls During Click-to-Link calls End a Click-to-Link c
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
No part of the body should come in contact with the antenna during operation of the equipment. Use Product only where safe, and avoid usage at gas stations, fuel depots or around explosives. Use with hearing aids and medical devices only after consulting a physician or specialist. Make sure to install and mount the Product in a stable manner. Volume levels should be kept at reasonable levels and not at their maximum to avoid impairment of ambient noise.
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