G9 / G9 PowerSet™ User Guide
CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. CHARGING THE SCALA RIDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3. CARDO COMMUNITY® PLATFORM AND “ONE+8” INTERCOM . . 5 4. GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 4.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 4.2 STATUS LIGHTS . . . .
Thank you for choosing the scala rider G9® Bluetooth® communication and entertainment system for motorcycle helmets. This manual will help you set up, configure and operate it. If you have purchased the G9 PowerSet™, your retail box contains two factory-paired scala rider G9 units. Among others, the scala rider G9 offers the following key features: INTERCOM OPTIONS • Intercom Conference mode between 2, 3 or 4 riders at a range of up to 1 mile /1.
CONTENTS OF RETAIL BOX Corded Microphone Replacement Mic sponges* Allen wrench Wall charger plug NOTE: If you purchased the scala rider G9 PowerSet, your Retail Box will include two sets of each component listed below.
Make sure that your scala rider is fully charged for at least 4 hours before initial use. Charging with the wall charger is faster than via a computer USB port. • RED LED ON – Charging • RED LED OFF – Charging complete Battery Check In Standby, press “V+” for 2 seconds. • BLUE = Full • PURPLE = Half • RED = Almost empty IMPORTANT: The scala rider is certified as waterproof and dustproof (IP67).
4. GETTING STARTED 4.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS GENERAL FUNCTIONS Power ON / OFF Press “MB” for 2 seconds • ON: 3 BLUE flashes + ascending tone • OFF: 3 RED flashes + ascending tone Volume Tap “V+” or “V-” to adjust and set volume of current audio source Mute Tap “V+” and “V-” simultaneously Battery level indicator Press “V+” for 2 seconds 4.
4.4 VOICE COMMAND 1. In Standby Mode (no call in progress), tap “VC” or speak any word loudly to activate VOX 2.
5. INTERCOM CONFIGURATION Intercom communication is possible Optone of the three e rcomusing t Intercom modes: io n I G9 ercom Int 4W ay In ns t co o-Link Sp on ta ne s ou er The scala rider G9 allows Bike-to-Bike full duplex intercom communication at a range of up to 1 mile / 1.6 km (subject to terrain) with antenna open and within line of sight.
CLIC K! 5.1a CONFIGURING YOUR G9 BUDDY NAME “One+8” Intercom Toggling allows you to connect to a “One+8” Buddy by simply saying the Buddy Name they assigned to their G9. IMPORTANT! Before using “One+8” Intercom, you should assign your G9 device(s) a Buddy Name, so that other “One+8” participants can call you by this name. If you change your G9 Buddy Name, you must Flash Pair again with your “One+8” Buddies for their G9 to receive your new Buddy Name.
5.2 INTERCOM CONFERENCE MODE Start multi-party conversations using the Channel A and B buttons on your G9. This mode is suitable for 2, 3 or 4-way calls. Pairing between scala rider G9s can be done either via Flash-Pairing (see below) or by manually pairing A and B as described in the following sections. 4. Within 5 seconds of tapping a Channel button, bump the two G9 units gently against each other and hold them side by side.
5.2b THREE-WAY INTERCOM To set up three-way intercom conference mode proceed as follows: Use C han nel “ A” Rider 2 Ch Use ann el “ B ” Rider 3 Rider 1 Rider “1” is paired to Rider “2” and also to Rider “3”. PAIRING THREE SCALA RIDER G9 UNITS 1. Rider 1 pairs their device to Rider 2 using Channel “A” as described in section 5.2a. 2. Rider 1 pairs their device to Rider 3 using Channel “B” as described in section 5.2a. The Three-Way Conference Intercom Pairing is now complete and ready to use.
5.3 CLICK-TO-LINK INTERCOM MODE Click-to-Link is a spontaneous, “social” feature of your G9. Use Click-to-Link to instantly initiate 1-on-1 intercom calls with other scala rider users near you, without those users already being paired to you. Think of it as a private Bike-to-Bike channel that you can set up on-the-go with other scala rider users that you see along the way.
2. P assenger 2 should tap “B” to call Passenger 4. Wait until audio is heard on both G9s. 3. R ider 1 should tap “A” to call Passenger 2. 4. Rider 3 should tap “A” to call Passenger 4. Now the 4-way Intercom conference mode is established. 6.2 MAKING 3-WAY INTERCOM CALLS To start an Intercom Conference Call with Channel “A” and “B”: OPTION 1: Voice Connect (VOX) 1. Speak any word loudly into the microphone to open the Intercom channel. 2.
6.5 RECEIVING INTERCOM CALLS 6.8 VOICE CONNECT (VOX) If another paired scala rider G9 tries calling you via Intercom, the call will begin almost instantly. The G9 offers VOX technology for safe and hands-free operation of some key functions. In the Cardo Community you can set VOX to either start an intercom call or activate the Voice Command. 6.6 BUSY SIGNAL When attempting to establish an Intercom call with another device that is already busy, a busy signal will be heard.
To connect your scala rider G9 to a Bluetooth device you must first pair them. Pairing is a one-time process. Once paired, the Bluetooth device and the scala rider G9 will automatically recognize each other whenever they are within range (10m / 33ft). Your scala rider G9 offers Multiple Device Connectivity (“MDC”) : ➤ Intercom with up to 10 other scala rider G9 units (Rider A, Rider B, and “One+8” Buddies) ➤ Bluetooth Mobile Phone / GPS device ➤ Bluetooth A2DP Music Player 7.
7.1c HOT DIAL Call a pre-programmed phone number automatically at the push of a button. 1. Configure your G9’s Hot Dial number via the Cardo Community at http://community.cardosystems.com (see Section 3) 2. T o call your Hot Dial number, double tap “B”. 7.2 PAIRING A GPS DEVICE NOTES: •N ot all Bluetooth GPS devices allow connections to Bluetooth audio devices. Please consult your GPS User Manual for more information.
SWITCHING BETWEEN A2DP AUDIO SOURCES 8. FM RADIO Your scala rider includes a built-in FM radio with a 6 Preset memory and RDS (Radio Data System). 8.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS 7.4 MUSIC VIA THE AUX The AUX is used to connect a non-Bluetooth audio source with a 3.5 mm / 1/8” stereo jack using the enclosed cable. AUX 1. Check the G9 is in Standby (single BLUE flash every 3 seconds). 2. C onnect the MP3 cable to the Music Player’s jack and insert the other end of the cable into the AUX.
2. T o stop the scan on this station: Tap “V+”. 3. Tap “B” within 20 seconds of finding the FM station to save it as the current Preset. 4. To continue scan: Wait for the next station to be found. NOTE: During Scan, tap “B” to fast save the current FM station as the current Preset 8.3 AUTOMATIC RADIO TUNING This feature makes finding new stations fast and easy by automatically creating a temporary list of 6 “on-the-go” radio stations. 1. With the radio on, press “V-” for 5 seconds. 2.
1) this device may not cause interference and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement IC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: 15.21 This equipment complies with the RSS-102 exemption from routine RF exposure evaluation for use in an uncontrolled environment.
Subject to the applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction, your Product is covered by a Two-Year Limited product warranty from the date of original purchase. Please retain the retail sales receipt and your registration data for proof of purchase. In some regions or states, the use of mobile communications systems is prohibited or restricted.
Not covered by the warranty: 2. Defects or damage from misuse, accident or neglect. 3. Defects caused by improper operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment or modification of any kind (incl. long-term storage without periodic charging of the battery). 4. Products opened, disassembled or repaired by non-authorized parties. 5. Defects or damage due to exposure to excessive temperatures, adverse weather conditions, external impacts or spills of food or liquid. 6.
(b) these risks may be caused by the negligence of the manufacturers or its agents or any third party involved in the Product; (c) these risks and dangers may arise from foreseeable or unforeseeable causes. You hereby assume all risks and dangers and all responsibility for any losses and/or damages, whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence or other conduct of others, including Cardo. 5.
