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1. 3 Operate the MP3 Player MIT device by using its own buttons as usual FF REW PLAY PAUSE Volume can be adjusted through the MP3 Player or the Volume Buttons of the G4 Any other audio connection will automatically mute the MP3 Player The audio signal will return only when the G4 is once again in Standby mode NOTE While listening to your MP3 player the VOX feature is disabled INITIATING AND RECEIVING MOBILE PHONE CALLS BASIC FUNCTIONS Answer a call Tap the Mobile Button or speak loudly any word of your choice during an incoming call Reject a call Remain silent for 15 seconds or press and hold the Mobile Button for 3 seconds during an incoming call Terminate a call Tap the Mobile Button during a call or let the other party terminate the call Voice Dial During Standby tap the Mobile Button and pronounce loudly the name of the person you wish to call Thisfeature is supported only by mobile phones that include the Voice Dial feature During Standby tap the Mobile Button twice scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 13 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS FOR 3 WAY COMMUNICATION Add Remove CHANNEL A to from phone call Add Remove CHANNEL B to from phone call Tap the CHANNEL A button while on a phone call Tap the CHANNEL B button while on a phone call When the G4 is on an active phone call any Intercom call request will be automatically rejected Once the phone call is terminated you
2. IMPORTANT Since Rider B uses two Bluetooth connections during the conference mode Rider B will be disconnected from the mobile phone or GPS device until the conference mode is terminated Upon termination Rider B will automatically reconnect to his mobile phone or GPS Rider A and C remain connected to their mobile phones or GPS devices during the 3 way intercom call scala dle SM G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 17 PAIRING OPTIONS BETWEEN THREE PARTICIPANTS between G4 models only To pair a third G4 you will need to designate one of the two previously paired G4s to serve as Rider B with the third G4 as Rider C If you have the G4 PowerSet the factory paired units use Channel A so you must now pair the third G4 on Channel B a Turn on the designated Rider B unit and the Rider C unit by pressing their Mobile Buttons until their blue light flash three LIMES 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 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 NOTE If units A and B don t reconnect automatically press the Channel A Button on Rider A unit and connect manually
3. NOTE If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the G4s will return to Standby mode us Making 4 Way Intercom calls Once you have successfully paired the four G4s as described above and all units are in standby mode proceed as follows to start a 4 way Conference Intercom call a Passenger 2 should press Button B to initiate a call with Passenger 4 Wait until audio is heard on both G4s and proceed to the next step b Driver 1 should press Button A to initiate a call with Passenger 2 C Driver 3 should press Button A to initiate a call with Passenger 4 Now the 4 way intercom conference mode is established NOTE If one ofthe G4s should disconnect or drop off from the 4 way call and fails to reconnect repeat the three steps above in that precise order 9 11 USING THE G4 FOR INTERCOM WITH OTHER SCALARIDER MODELS 9 11a TWO WAY INTERCOM with scala rider Q2 Q2 pro To use your G4 with a O2 pro unit we recommend that you also refer to your Q2 pro 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 pro until the Blue Lights flash three times scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 19 gt cardo 2 Make sure that both devices are now flashing slowly in Blue 3 On the G4 select an available CHANNEL to pair the Q2 PRO CHANNEL A or CHANNEL B NOTE Selecting a CHANNEL that i
4. Motorcycle Helmet Mode The scala rider G4 for Snowmobiles can also be calibrated for use with motorcycle helmets Device Settings If using a motorcycle helmet use the PC Software to change the scala rider G4 settings from Snowmobile Helmet Mode to Motorcycle Helmet Mode See Section 4 2 Settings Customization a Clean the spot on the internal padding of the helmet opposite the center of your mouth where the microphone will be placed b Peel the foil cover from the adhesive Velcro pad and then place it in the correct location c Attach the microphone to the Velcro as shown Motorcycle helmet Alternatively you may use a Boom Microphone version of the scala rider Audio Kit sold separately scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles Sao Replacing the Corded Microphone Sponge A replacement Microphone Sponge is provided in the package for future use should you need it To replace the sponge first remove most of the original soonge material from around the Velcro base by carefully pinching and tearing it off around the edges of the microphone Take care not to touch or pull on the microphone components or wires when removing the old sponge Caution This process can be done only once hi Peel off the sticker backing of the replacement Microphone Sponge and attach it to the Velcro base by pressing lightly for 5 seconds to ensure it is securely fixed There should be no gap between the sponge
5. Initiate Intercom calls There are two ways to start an Intercom call with your paired G4s while the G4 is in Standby mode VOICE CONNECT Start talking loudly CHANNEL BUTTON CONNECT Single tap the CHANNEL A or B Button to add or remove the chosen channel from an Intercom call Once you start talking loudly an Intercom call will be established with both paired G4s CHANNEL A and CHANNEL B if both are available 18 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 9 10c FOUR WAY INTERCOM When connected to three other G4 units your G4 can also participate in a 4 way Conference Intercom Call full duplex as explained below Please note that the 4 way conference operates in a linear manner whereby the two passengers serve as the connecting links for the entire group Therefore if one of the Passengers disconnects the 4 way conference mode will be interrupted until that passenger is reconnected 4 Way Intercom between up to two couples on two vehicles two drivers 1 and 3 and two passengers 2 and 4 In this configuration the two passengers numbered 2 and 4 are each using two Bluetooth connections Passenger 2 is paired to Driver 1 and to Passenger 4 Passenger 4 is paired to Driver 3 and to Passenger 2 IMPORTANT Since both Passengers each use two Bluetooth connections during the conference mode they will both be disconnected from their mobile phones until the conference mode is terminated Upon
6. TeamSet pro or TeamSet Driver Proceed with setup as in section 9 11b above but use only in Rider to Passenger mode mu Example To pair your G4 with a Q2 and an FM headset 1 Pair your G4 with the O2 as described in section 9 11a using CHANNEL A 2 Pair your G4 with the FM as described in section 9 11b using CHANNEL B For Rider to Passenger use only Using your G4 with another G4 and another scala rider model such as a Q2 Q2 pro Solo FM TeamSet pro or TeamSet Driver 1 Proceed with setup as in section 9 10b above for pairing the second G4 2 Proceed with setup as in section 9 11a or 9 11b above according to the headset you want to use Example To pair your G4 with another G4 and a scalarider FM headset 1 Pair your G4 with the second G4 as described in section 9 10a using CHANNEL A 2 Pair your G4 with the FM as described in section 9 11b using CHANNEL B For Rider to Passenger use only 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 scala ridere G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowm
7. The Intercom call will stay on until all participants remain silent for 30 seconds Initiate Intercom calls from Q2 pro Tap the MC Button once on a Q2 pro unit to open an intercom call To terminate the call tap once Q2 Tap the MC Button twice on a Q2 unit to open an intercom call Wait 3 seconds between taps To terminate the call tap once Other scala rider models Tap the headset CTRL Button to open close intercom call 9 11c THREE WAY INTERCOM WITH OTHER SCALA RIDER MODELS In terms of range the 3 Way Intercom between your G4 and other scala rider units achieves distances of the lowest common denominator For example connecting your G4 with two Q2 pro units will enable intercom distances of maximum 2 300 ft 700m NOTE When connected to earlier scala rider headsets e g a Solo FM TeamSet pro or a TeamSet Driver unit only Rider to Passenger mode is available All options are in Full Duplex meaning that all parties can speak and hear one another simultaneously similar to mobile or landline phone conversations and unlike walkie talkie communications Using the G4 with two Q2 Q2 pro headsets Proceed with setup as in section 9 11a above and use either in Rider to Passenger or in Bike to Bike mode Using the G4 and scalarider Q2 Q2 pro with either a Solo FM TeamSet pro or TeamSet Driver headset Q2 Q2 pro Proceed with setup as in section 9 11a above and use in Bike to Bike mode Solo FM
8. e cardo communication in motion Q Bluetooth User G U Ide ds TABLE OF CONTENTS 9 4 INITIATE INTERCOM CALLS 2 ccc ccc ence nee nee ns 15 95 RECEIVING INTERCOM CALLS 4 0citoetcuearcvevetudrtatenedectnans 16 IN IN PERSEMUA M 3 9 6 VOICE CONNECT FEATURE VOX ees 16 2 CONTENTS OF TEE RETAIL BOX iusto i kearen EEE E pite tete AEREE 4 9 7 RESET PAIRING RESTORING THE ORIGINAL 3c CHARGING THE GE us dis orekxrr i Vrbe ERR S EC Ceo es 4 DEFAULT CONFIGURATION ssssssssssI eee nen eens 16 4 BASIC SETUP AND CONFIGURATION 0 0 0 0 ccc cece ccc nnn eens 5 CO NOTEWORTHY DUES x iacc quand vos endo a fier a A iot 16 4 GENERAL FUNCTION eei eaa tein ri eini ua oa dB CR 5 9 9 TROUBLESHOOTING THE INTERCOM 00 000 ccc cece cence ee 16 4 2 SETTINGS CUSTOMIZATION 00 00 cece cece cece ene n seen eens 5 9 10 USING THE G4 FOR INTERCOM WITH OTHER G4 UNITS 17 42 3 AUDIO SOURCES AND PRIORITIES cac bct it e RC ren 5 9109 TWO WAY INTERCOM iuo dici arbe e SA Roi Res 17 4 4 SOFTWARE UPGRADES AND SETTINGS 000s cece eens 6 9 10D THBEE VVAY INTERCOM sasi priina Nt moet 3 Ruta aC s 17 4 5 RESETTING THE GA s erit e Vor rac eee or e c e cer 6 9 10c FOUR WAY INTERCOM sssssssRI e 18 mc TUNG NED ox p Ea AARE dante 3 Gah neta been te 6 9 11 USING THE G4 FOR INTERCOM WITH OTHER 51 MOUNTING THE G4 ON THE HELMET n 6 SCALA RIDER MODELS 0 0 00 ccc cece cece nen ees 19 5 2 POSITIONING THE MICROPHON
9. 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 HEALTH WARNINGS Hearing Loss Audio devices can cause hearing loss Employ care and avoid exposure to volume output levels that will damage or impair hearing or lead to hearing loss Permanent hearing loss may occur if Products are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time RF Signals Most electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals However certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals emanating from your wireless equipment Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of about six inches or 16 cm to be maintained between a mobile phone or wireless device and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker Be sure not to interfere with the functionality of personal medical devices Hearing Aids Some devices may interfere with certain hearing aids In the event of such interference you should consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device consult the manufacturer of your device and or your physician to dete
10. and the Velcro base of the microphone 5 3 POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS Attach the speakers to the Velcro inside your 7 helmet opposite your ears short speaker V Speaker A cord for left ear amp long speaker cord for right F y ear Use the supplied Velcro pads if needed 7 Using two speakers inside the helmet may be prohibited in certain jurisdictions If this is the case you should tuck away the long corded speaker underneath the helmet padding as follows 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 d B Cable scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 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 on using your device 5 4 ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE G4 FROM THE AUDIO KIT ATTACHING Slide the G4 sideways i e horizontally along the it is locked in place REMOVING Your G4 can be removed for charging or storage by sliding the G4 sideways 5 5 USING THE FLIP UP ANTENNA The flip up antenna allows you to achieve the maximum intercom range between riders To open the antenna press gently against the protruding tab at the tip of the antenna towards the direction of the helmet The internal spring will then cause the antenna
11. manufactured in accordance with Annex Il of the above directive Declaration of Conformity DOC The scalarider G4 is compliant with and adopts the Bluetooth Specification 2 and has successfully passed all interoperability tests that are specified in the Bluetooth specification However interoperability between the device and other Bluetooth enabled products is not guaranteed IMPORTANT SAFETY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION WAIVER AND GENERAL RELEASE WARNING Cardo Systems Inc Cardo notifies you that your complete and undivided attention is required when using a communication device while riding a motorcycle snowmobile scooter moped ATV quad bike bicycle or any other vehicle or equipment vehicle Failure to avoid potentially hazardous situations could result in accident resulting in serious injury or death Cardo strongly advises you to take all necessary precautions and remain alert to the traffic weather and all road conditions It is best to stop your vehicle on the roadside away from traffic prior to activating or deactivating the Product or initiating or receiving any calls scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles Do not perform pairing linking or similar operations while operating a vehicle All publications advertisements and similar sales materials are intended to address technical capabilities and should not be construed as encouraging the operation of Cardo s products Product in any manner th
12. pairings Click to Link uses a separate temporary channel to connect to a Click to Link conversation partner 22 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 1 Mobile Phone audio or GPS instructions device specific 2 Intercom Click to Link same priority level Higher Priority 3 A2DP audio source 4 FM Radio built in 5 Auxiliary Line In Port for corded connection Lower Priority e g MP3 players IC Intercom Request Tone If you are on a Click to Link call and Rider A or Rider B try to connect to you for an IC Call you will hear an IC Request Tone while the other party will hear a rejection beep If your Click to Link connection is dropped for any reason and other G4 users are nearby new Click to Link connections may link up with users other than your initial connection General Functions Category Desired result Required Action Making Start a Click to Link call Double tap Channel A Click to Link calls request 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 Receiving Click to Link calls Reject a Click to Link call When hearing the ring tone remain silent for 10 seconds or until the ring tone subsides During End a Click to Link call Tap Channel A Button Click to Link calls The G4 searches for another Click to Link enabled unit for up to 10 seco
13. rider G4 the two must first be paired This will allow your GPS to transmit navigation instructions and audio to the speakers of your G4 NOTE Not all Bluetooth enabled GPS devices allow connections to Bluetooth headsets or communication systems Among others any such GPS unit must be compatible with the Bluetooth Handsfree gateway protocol Please consult your GPS device s User Manual for more information PAIRING THE G4 TO A GPS DEVICE 1 Turn on your GPS 2 With the G4 turned ON press and hold the Volume Up Button for at least six seconds until the Red and Blue Lights begin flashing simultaneously 3 Search for Bluetooth headsets on your GPS device by following the device s instructions Consult your GPS device s User Manual for more information 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 G4 s blue light will begin flashing slowly 7 If you wish to use a Bluetooth mobile phone to make and receive calls through the G4 you should pair your mobile phone to your GPS device by following the instructions in your GPS manual 10 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles NOTES If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the G4 will return to Standby mod
14. termination both Passengers will automatically re connect to their mobile phones Both Drivers 1 and 3 remain connected to their mobile phones or GPS devices during the 4 way intercom call PAIRING FOUR SCALA RIDER G4s To use the 4 Way intercom conference mode the four G4s must be paired as shown in the illustration above All four units should initially be turned off Step One Pair Driver 1 to Passenger 2 via Channel A as follows a Turn both G4s ON by pressing and holding the Mobile Buttons until the Blue Light flashes three times b Both G4s should now be flashing slowly in Blue C Press and hold CHANNEL A BUTTON on both G4s for at least six seconds until the G4 s BLUE or RED Light begins flashing rapidly indicating that they have entered the Intercom Pairing mode See Table in section 9 10 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 instead of Channel A button as described in point c of Step One above Your 4 Way Conference Intercom Pairing is now complete and ready to use
15. to section 9 11 below Each G4 has two Intercom channels available for multiple intercom connections Therefore one G4 can communicate simultaneously with up to two other G4s If one of these other G45 is connected to yet another G4 then all four participants can enter into a 4 way conference mode see section 9 10c below 9 2 BACKWARDS COMPATIBILITY The G4 can also conduct Intercom communications with other scalarider models in different configurations and you can always change your preferences There are other scalarider models available that the G4 can connect to and each of these connections comes with specific characteristics and or limitations In terms of range Intercom communications between the G4 and another scala rider unit is limited to the distance of the lesser range device For example connecting the G4 with a O2 pro unit will enable intercom distances of up to 2 300 ft 700 m which is the maximum rated distance the Q2 pro can achieve In the section below you can find out how to pair the G4 with other scala rider models In addition the G4 is also fully compatible with the Schuberth SRGSystem For details visit www cardosystems com src 9 3 BEFORE STARTING THE INTERCOM The G4 has two buttons designated for quick connection to two other units These other units are referred to as CHANNEL A and CHANNEL B In the following sections you will also learn how to add a third participant and condu
16. to flip up To close the antenna just push it back into its horizontal state until it is locked in place NOTE The sole purpose of the antenna is to increase intercom range between riders There is no need to open it when using your mobile phone FM Radio or MP3 Player but you can do so without concern Multiple Device Connectivity MDC with Bluetooth compatible Devices E Mobile phone amp Built in A2DP connectivity FM radio A Riderto i Rider to Passenger Intercom Upto 1 mile 1 6 km Rider to Rider Intercom Conferencing Between 3 separate riders or 2 couples on 2 snowmobiles Thanks to MDC technology each G4 offers parallel connectivity as follows Intercom with up to two other scala rider units gt 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 5 cardo 6 1 MOBILE PHONE To use your mobile phone with the scala rider G4 you must first pair the G4 to your mobile phone Pairing is a one time process Once the G4 is paired to a specific mobile phone they will remain paired and automatically recognize each other whenever they are within range If the connection between the phone and G4 is lost tap the Mobile Button on your G4 to reconnect the devices PAI
17. to receive mobile phone calls or GPS messages as long as the conference call is in progress see details in sections 9 10 b and 9 10 C 9 9 TROUBLESHOOTING THE INTERCOM First make sure your microphone is located properly as described in section 5 2 The G4 is designed for use in loud environments Therefore you should test the Intercom functionality only in a noisy environment such as next to an idling engine and not indoors Please also verify that the G4s were paired together properly by following the instructions in the relevant Setup sections 9 10 USING THE G4 FOR INTERCOM WITH OTHER G4 UNITS PAIRING LED INDICATION FOR INTERCOM CHANNELS PAIRING MODE LED INDICATORS Rapid RED flashing Rapid BLUE flashing INTERCOM CHANNEL PAIRING CONNECTION BUTTON CHANNEL A CHANNEL A BUTTON CHANNEL B CHANNEL B BUTTON 9 10a TWO WAY INTERCOM If you have purchased the G4 PowerSet both G4 units are factory paired and configured to communicate via their respective Channel A Buttons If for any reason you have to pair them again OR if you purchased a single G4 unit and wish to pair with a second G4 to make Intercom calls proceed as follows PAIRING OPTIONS BETWEEN TWO PARTICIPANTS 1 If either G4 is turned OFF turn it ON by pressing and holding the Mobile Button until the Blue Light flashes three times 2 Make sure that both G4s are now flashing slowly in Blue 3 Choose an available CHANNEL you
18. until all participants remain silent for 30 seconds applicable for 2 way communication Single tap the CHANNEL A or B Button to add or remove the desired channel from an Intercom call scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 15 LS NOTE While the Intercom is on the Redial and Voice Dial functions will be disabled 9 5 RECEIVING INTERCOM CALLS Once another paired device tries calling you via intercom the call will begin almost instantly NOTE The G4 s preset priority modes have been set in a way to avoid incoming intercom calls from interrupting mobile phone calls and GPS instructions in progress In such casethe intercom caller will hear a busy signaland you will hear two beeps indicating that an intercom caller is trying to page you see section 4 3 for details on audio priorities of paired devices 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 ENABLE DISABLE VOX can be done via the PC software and directly on your G4 via the Settings Customization Voice Menu see section 4 2 9 7 RESET PAIRING RESTORING THE ORIGINAL DEFAULT CONFIGURATION T
19. E cceee ees 7 ATN A NTER ONAT SC AEA RIDER CO a PEO saai R 5 3 POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS ees 8 e rid TREND TUUM GOSPEL m 5 4 ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE G4 FROM THE AUDIO KIT 8 911c THREE WAY INTERCOM WITH OTHER 5 5 USING THE FLIP UP ANTENNA 2 eee eee eee 8 SCALA RIDER MOCE S LLL 21 6 CONNECTING BLUETOOTH ENABLED MOBILE PHONES GPS OR RSS OG Pi CMT 22 ME 2s Bd Se Gl Ss ae a a E E E E 9 N n P Hc SUPPOR P on sqesdsaumdaqdsdettoannd se bed bs Ss qudd Ea bait s 23 Sees ed sd E 12 NOTICES m 23 OPAC UB a S A a eee Cee 10 6 3 MP3 MUSIC WIRELESS OPTION A2DP sessssesk err Rr s 10 7 BUILT IN FM RADIO AND EXTERNAL MP3 PLAYER CABLE OPTION 11 IMPORTANT This is version 3 1 of the User Manual Please note that our manual 71 EM RADIO 1 is updated periodically on the Cardo website to include the very latest features as well the new options and functions of your new scala rider G4 for Snowmobiles 7 2 CABLE CONNECTING YOUR MP3 PLAYER OR OTHER Please visit www cardosystems com download manuals to check now if the EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES a oauntsres d Ee riot ee rer ete tes 13 manual you are holding is the most updated version and download the manual in 8 USING THE MOBILE PHONE ccsss eee 13 LA a ade 9 USING TAE INTERCOM soene teea a a e e a a E ie 14 2011 Cardo Systems Inc 21 INTRODUCTION sss me eee i4 The Bluetooth word mar
20. IMS THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATETO STATE OR FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION CARDO MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BEYOND THOSE STATED SPECIFICALLY HEREIN THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED BY CARDO SOLELY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND IS NOT ASSIGNABLE OR TRANSFERABLE TO OTHERS CARDO ASSUMES NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY FOR ADDITIONS OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS WARRANTY UNLESS MADE IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY AN OFFICER OF THE COMPANY Batteries are warranted only if the battery capacity falls below 5096 of rated capacity or if the battery develops leakage This warranty becomes void if a any of the seals on the case or battery are broken or Product or battery show signs of tampering scala ridere G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles d b the battery is used in equipment other than the equipment for which it was intended c the Product is used in contravention of its intended purpose d the Product was purchased from online auctions Cardo assumes no responsibility for direct and consequential damages harm merchantability or loss of any kind including those resulting from the use of non Cardo components or products in conjunction with its Products and specifically the use of third party chargers or Bluetooth devices Furthermore Cardo is not responsible for any damage to any part of the Product resulting from the use of ancillary equipment not furnished by Cardo which is attached to
21. RING THE G4 TO A BLUETOOTH MOBILE PHONE 1 Turn on your phone and make sure its Bluetooth function is activated Turn on your G4 by pressing the Mobile Button for at least four seconds resulting in three blue flashes 2 With the G4 turned ON press and hold the Mobile Button for at least six seconds until the Red and Blue Lights begin rapidly alternating 3 Search for Bluetooth devices on your phone by following the phone s instructions Consult your phone s User Manual for more information 4 After a few seconds the phone will list scala rider G4 as a discovered device Select it and follow your phone s instructions to accept the pairing 5 When prompted enter 0000 four zeros as your PIN or passkey 6 Your phone will confirm that pairing has succeeded and the G4 will begin flashing slowly in Blue NOTES e If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the G4 will return to Standby mode Not all Bluetooth mobile phones can broadcast Bluetooth Stereo music A2DP even if the phone has an MP3 player function Consult your mobile phone s User Manual for more information e With some mobile phones you may need to tap the Mobile Button to connect the G4 to the phone after pairing is complete The G4 will automatically connect to the last phone it is paired with scala B dle 1 aca G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles do 6 2 GPS DEVICE ENS To use a Bluetooth enabled GPS device with the scala
22. RT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE PRODUCT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT THE LIMITATIONS SET FORTH ABOVE ARE FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTS OF THIS AGREEMENT TO WHICH YOU CONSENT AND WITHOUT WHICH THE PRODUCT WOULD NOT BE PROVIDED TO YOU ABSENT SUCH LIMITATIONS SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW CERTAIN EXCLUSIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Cardo retains the exclusive right to repair or replace with a new or newly refurbished replacement Product the device or software or give a refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY Warranty Service To obtain warranty service your Product must be registered Register online at www cardosystems com registration Please present the Product along with your registration number bill of sale receipt at any authorized Service Center or at the store from which you have purchased the Product To obtain warranty service contact Cardo s product support and obtain an RMA tracking number or contact your local Cardo authorized dealer Ship securely with a copy of the original sales receipt 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 address as directed by Cardo Onl
23. at is unsafe or prohibited by law Exercise all due caution while using this Product and obey all applicable traffic laws Always operate the vehicle and the Product in a safe manner Do not become distracted by the Product while driving or riding on a vehicle Remain mindful of all driving conditions when using the Product Always make sure that any use of your hands in connection with the Product is performed easily appropriately and in a safe manner Keep your hands on the handlebar while operating the vehicle Minimize the time your hands perform any operation on the Product and stop safely away from any traffic to make adjustments When riding always consider road traffic terrain and other conditions to maximize safety Do not operate the Product if it becomes unsafe to do so In some states the use of mobile communications systems is prohibited or restricted Check all laws and regulations that apply to your region before using the Product and be mindful that compliance with all laws and regulations is the user s responsibility Use the Product in motion only where and in the manner that such devices are permitted by applicable law The Product should not be used in contravention of local state or federal laws and regulations Please check federal state and local laws and regulations before using your Cardo Product No part ofthe body should come in contact with the antenna during operation of the equipment Use Product only where safe
24. c and use the mobile phone for phone calls and or music if A2DP compatible as described in Section 6 1 SETTING UP YOUR MP3 PLAYER FOR BLUETOOTH STEREO A2DP TRANSMISSION To use a Bluetooth Stereo A2DP enabled MP3 Player or Adapter to listen to stereo music you must first pair the device to your G4 Operating your A2DP source from your G4 Press and hold the MP3 Button for 3 seconds Pause Stop Press and hold the MP3 Button for 3 seconds Forward Press and hold the Volume Up Button for 3 seconds Rewind Press and hold the Volume Down Button for 3 seconds PAIRING THE G4 TO AN MP3 PLAYER OR A2DP ADAPTER NOTE If your A2DP source is integrated inside your Mobile Phone then you should pair it with your G4 as described in section 6 1 above 1 Turn on your MP3 Player or A2DP Adapter and make sure that its Bluetooth function is activated 2 With the G4 turned ON press and hold the Mobile Button for at least six seconds until the Red and Blue Lights begin alternating rapidly 3 Search for Bluetooth headsets on your MP3 Player by following the device s instructions NOTE For use of a Bluetooth adapter follow the device s instructions 4 After a few seconds the MP3 Player will list scala rider G4 as a discovered device Select it and follow your MP3 Player s instructions to accept the pairing 5 lf your MP3 player prompts for a PIN or Passkey enter 0000 four zeros 6 Once pairing is complete your MP3 Playe
25. can initiate and accept Intercom calls STATUS LIGHTS LED Indication Status 1 blue flash every 3 seconds Standby No call is in progress 2 blue flashes every 3 seconds Call is in progress FM Radio or Music is ON 1 red flash every 3 seconds Standby Battery is low 2 red flashes every 3 seconds Low battery while a call is in progress or FM Radio or Music is ON Solid red Charging 9 1 INTRODUCTION The scala rider G4 provides you with an impressive Intercom range by simply flipping up the antenna The Flip up antenna allows you to maximize intercom range with other riders at up to 1 mile 1 6 km subject to terrain eup antenna for extended range 14 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles The antenna is also useful when riding in environments that may affect the transmission quality You may keep the Flip up Antenna open when not using the intercom even though there is no particular need to do so The scala rider G4 PowerSet package contains two factory paired G4 units To set up additional Intercom Bluetooth connections you must first pair your G4 units with other devices In this manual such other devices will be referred to as CHANNEL A and CHANNEL B respectively Pairing is a one time process Once completed the units will remain paired and automatically recognize each other whenever they are within range For details on Intercom use with other scala rider units please refer
26. ct an intercom conference scala rider a Channel A Button Channel B Button Since the G4 can be paired with all models in the scala rider family we recommend that you first pair it according to your preferred configuration and then change or modify as often as you wish later when the need arises For example If you typically use the intercom to communicate with two friends who both use G4 units then you should pair it as described below in section 9 10 b Therefore please select your initial pairing preference from the following options in the table below and then refer to the pairing procedure as described in the respective section of this manual When done return to the explanations in section 94 Initiate Intercom Calls mu Select your preferred Pairing Option GO TO UNITS TO BE PAIRED SECTION 9 4 INITIATE INTERCOM CALLS There are two ways to start an Intercom call with devices that are paired to your scala rider G4 make sure you are in Standby mode VOICE CONNECT CHANNEL BUTTON Preferred for relatively brief conversations as it takes the CONNECT channel into standby mode after 30 seconds of silence Preferred for extended conversations as it leaves the channel open and active 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 The Intercom call will stay on
27. e The priority schedule of your G4 has been set to avoid incoming intercom calls interrupting GPS instructions in progress In such case the intercom caller will hear a busy signal and you will hear two beeps indicating that an intercom caller is trying to page you see section 4 3 for details on audio priorities of paired devices 6 3 MP3 MUSIC WIRELESS OPTION A2DP Your G4 is designed to receive wireless stereo music from A2DP sources and mobile phones that support the Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP profiles mostly 3rd generation devices Using a Bluetooth device that supports the AVRCP profile will allow you to operate all major A2DP source functions directly from your G4 NOTE The G4 can also receive audio via the enclosed cable from non Bluetooth MP3 Players or audio sources as described in section 7 2 While listening to music from an A2DP source you will not miss any mobile or intercom calls as the G4 will automatically stop the music and give preference to the incoming call However after you terminate your call some MP3 sources may not automatically continue and require manual re activation The scala rider G4 allows you to pair your mobile phone for use during phone calls and also as a Stereo Bluetooth A2DP music player if your phone supports this feature The scala rider G4 also allows you to use two different A2DP devices interchangeably simply pair an A2DP music player MP3 Player or Adapter to the G4 for musi
28. e last listening to Automatic Radio Tuning Automatically search for and find 6 new on the go radio stations with one button press This feature makes finding new stations fast and easy by creating a temporary list of on the go radio stations While the radio is on press and hold the Volume Down Button for 6 seconds and the G4 will search upwards from the current frequency and store the next 6 FM stations it discovers as on the go stations You can repeat this process as many times as you wish searching for the next 6 FM stations each time Now you can cycle through these stations by tapping the CHANNEL B button NOTE These 6 temporary on the go stations cannot be saved and do not replace the permanent Saved Radio Stations you may have set using the Saving a selected station procedure Turning OFF and ON the G4 will clear out your Automatic Radio Tuning stations and restore the original saved radio stations 7 2 CABLE CONNECTING YOUR MP3 PLAYER OR OTHER EXTERNAL AUDIO SOURCES Using the auxiliary line in port for cable connectivity The G4 has an auxiliary jack which allows you to connect non Bluetooth audio sources such as MP3 players with 3 5 mm stereo jacks to the G4 by using the enclosed cable 1 Make sure the G4 is on Standby mode flashing slowly in Blue 2 Connect the MP3 cable to your MP3 player audio source s Jack and insert the other end of the cable into the Auxiliary Jack
29. his section is only relevant once you have completed a pairing process You can delete all of your paired devices at any time as follows 1 With the G4 turned ON press and hold the Mobile Button for at least six seconds until the Red and Blue Lights begin rapidly alternating 2 Press and hold the Volume Up Button for three seconds 16 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 3 The Red and Blue Lights will flash five times simultaneously and then the G4 will turn off confirming that Reset was successfully completed 9 8 NOTEWORTHY ISSUES a Connecting the G4 to other units To pair your G4 to other scala rider models please refer to section 9 10 c below b Busy Status When using a G4 When attempting an Intercom call with a device that is already on a Phone GPS Intercom call you will hear two beeps indicating the other device is busy c Automatic Reconnection of the Intercom If the G4 and another paired unit go out of range and disconnect from each other the G4 will immediately try to reconnect to the other unit You can manually reconnect the intercom call while the G4 is in Standby mode by pressing the CHANNEL A or the CHANNEL B Button to connect to the respective lost connection d Conference Mode Limitations Whenever you enter the Intercom Conference mode among three or even four participants including yourself the participants who maintain simultaneously two active connections will not be able
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31. ing Jack should be kept tightly closed at all times to prevent moisture from entering the device Make sure that the G4 unit is fully charged for at least four hours before initial use Open the silicone cover protecting the Charging Jack and Software Download Port Insert the USB cable to the wall charger and insert NA the other end of the cable to the G4 s Charging Jack F i While charging the Red Light turns on When charging is complete the Red Light will turn off Your wall charger and USB adaptor cable serve two purposes 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 1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS DESIRED RESULT Turn on the G4 REQUIRED ACTION Press the Mobile Button steadily for at least four seconds LED indication Three blue flashes Audio feedback Ascending tone low high Turn off the G4 Press the Mobile Button steadily for at least three seconds LED indication Three red flashes Audio feedback Descending tone high low Increase Decrease the Tap the Volume Up or Volume Down Button sets volume of the current and saves the volume separately per audio source audio source Tap simultaneously Volume Up and Volume Down while any audio is on Battery Level Press and hold the Volume Up Button for three Indica
32. k and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by 92 BACKWARDS COMPATIBILITY cesses 14 Cardo Systems Inc is under license Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation o BEFORE STARTING THE INTERCOM serenua yate rer bea 15 UNET ORE A P Made TNA E ty Osco ie te speGuve ON els scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles Congratulations and thank you for choosing the scala rider G4 B uetooth communication system for snowmobile helmets This manual will help you operate the G4 but you should first familiarize yourself with the Bluetooth functionality of your mobile phone and or GPS device before using the scala rider G4 If you have purchased the G4 PowerSet your retail box contains two G4 units that are already factory paired Among other features the G4 units can be used for Intercom ata range of up to one mile or 1 6 km subject to terrain The G4 is an immensely versatile communication and entertainment system with a wide range of connectivity options Communication Options e 3 Way Intercom for conference calls with up to two other scala rider G4 or Q2 Q2 pro units up to 1 mile 1 6 km range between G4 units in Full Duplex 4 Way Intercom conference calls between four G4 units on two vehicles i e between two drivers and their passengers upto 1 mile 1 6 km range and in Full Duplex e Rider to Passenger Intercom backwards compatible with earlier scala rider headse
33. mobiles 3 For the G4 select an available CHANNEL to pair the other unit CHANNEL A or CHANNEL B NOTE Selecting a CHANNEL that is already in use will replace the paired device on that CHANNEL with the newly paired headset 4 On the G4 press and hold the assigned CHANNEL BUTTON A or B for at least six seconds until the BLUE or RED Light begins flashing rapidly indicating it is in Intercom Pairing mode See 9 10 Intercom Channel Table for details 5 Within a few seconds the G4 will show a solid light for two seconds indicating that the two units are now paired connected and ready for use NOTES e If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the units will return to Standby mode e When using an earlier scala rider model to serve as the Passenger unit e g a Solo FM TeamSet pro or a TeamSet Driver unit Voice Connect Intercom can only be initiated from the G4 However you can always initiate the Intercom manually also from the other scala rider unit by pressing the button Initiate Intercom calls from scala rider 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 CHANNEL BUTTON CONNECT Single tap the chosen Channel Button to add or remove the unit from an Intercom call Once you start talking loualy an Intercom call will be established with both paired headsets
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35. nes that include the Voice Dial feature Initiate Redial from While listening to the Radio tap the Mobile your Mobile Phone Button twice scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles ds RDS ON OFF Default OFF While the Radio is on press and hold Volume Up and Volume Down Buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds Also controlled via the PC software and Settings Customization Voice Menu Thanks to the RDS feature the G4 will automatically select the strongest signal available for the FM station you wish to listen to no matter where you are riding RDS ON OFF press simultaneously 3 seconds while radio is on e ON OFF FM Radio press 3 sec e Switch among pre saved stations tap briefly 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 12 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 2 Press and hold the Volume Up or Volume Down Button for three seconds e Pressing Volume Up will search upwards higher frequency Pressing Volume Down will search downwards lower frequency 3 Once a station is found searching stops and you can hear the station 4 To continue
36. nterrupt the lower one scala ridere G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles Sao 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 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 Higher Priority Lower Priority 4 4 SOFTWARE UPGRADES AND SETTINGS To make the most of your G4 make sure that the unit is running the latest software To download the latest software updates and take advantage of customizing settings via the computer register online at www cardosystems com download softwareupgrade and have your product serial number ready After downloading the Cardo Upgrades program use the USB cable included in the retail box to connect the G4 to your computer Once connected to your computer you will easily be able to customize the settings on your G4 following the on screen instructions Future software upgrades and program patches will ensure the software of your G4 is kept up to date and will include additional features status announcements and other valuable functions Please note that until further notice upgrades will only be available for PCs running Windows XP Vista or Windows 7 operating systems 4 5 RESETTING THE G4 If the G4 fails to respond despite repeated a
37. obiles Lae Click to Link is the spontaneous social nature of your scala rider G4 This unique feature will enable you to instantly initiate one to one intercom calls with other G4 users in the near vicinity without going through a pairing process in advance Think of it as a private intercom channel that you can set up on the fly with other scala rider G4 users that you spot nearby along the way The Click to Link feature can of course be disabled at any time blocking any attempt by other G4 users to establish a spontaneous link USING CLICICTO LINK Disable Enable Click to Link The feature can be turned on or off via the Settings Customization Menu see Section 4 2 By default this feature is DISABLED AUDIO SOURCES AND PRIORITIES The different audio sources connected to the G4 are prioritized as shown below i e the higher priority source will always override and interrupt the lower one For example incoming mobile phone calls and GPS navigation instructions will interrupt ongoing Click to Link calls while incoming Click to Link calls will interrupt the audio from the built in FM Radio etc Click to Link established calls and Intercom calls have the same priority If one is in use the other is unable to interrupt Therefore a Click to Link request cannot interrupt an Intercom call in progress and vice versa NOTE Click to Link connections will not replace or change your current Rider A and Rider B intercom
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39. property however caused WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE and which may hereafter accrue to you on some future date as a result of said use to the fullest extent permitted by law 2 You fully understand and assume the risks in using the Product including risk of negligent acts or omissions by others All risks for operating the Product are assumed solely by the user of the Product 3 You confirm that you are physically capable to use the Product and that you have no medical conditions or needs that may infringe upon your abilities to do so in a safe manner You confirm that you are at least eighteen 18 years of age and that you have been advised of the risks associated with the use of the Product You further confirm that you will not consume any alcohol that may affect your alertness or any mind altering substance and will not carry use or consume these substances before or during the use of the Product 4 You fully acknowledge our warnings and understand that scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles do a risks and dangers exist in using the Product while in traffic including but c these risks and dangers may arise from foreseeable or unforeseeable causes not limited to injury or illness strains fractures partial and or total paralysis You hereby assume all risks and dangers and all responsibility for any losses death or other ailments that could cause serious disability and or damages whethe
40. ption 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 a free 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 Audio Kit s back plate 2 Determine the location on the helmet where the Audio Kit must be attached 3 Use the pre moistened Towlette to clean the helmet area where you want to install the Glue Plate Allow to dry thoroughly 4 Peel the foil cover from the Glue Plates adhesive pad 5 Place the Glue Plate into position according to 2 Press firmly 15 seconds on all 3 parts of the Glue Plate 6 The adhesive pad bonds to full strength over the next 24 hours Therefore it is recommended to not use the unit during this 24 hour period 7 Fasten the Audio Kit to the Glue Plate using the Allen screws that were previously removed 5 2 POSITIONING THE MICROPHONE Clean the exact spot where the microphone will be placed For Full face Helmets On the internal padding of the helmet opposite the left corner of your mouth For Flip up Helmets On the front of the left cheek pad us Flip up helmet a Peel the foil cover from the adhesive Velcro pad and then place it in the correct location Full face helmet b Attach the microphone to the Velcro as shown
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42. r or Adapter may confirm that pairing has succeeded and the G4 will begin flashing slowly in Blue NOTE If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the G4 will return to Standby mode A2DP Audio Source Selection If an A2DP Music Player is paired the G4 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 G4 will set the default back to the A2DP Music Player Varies depending on your mobile phone model With some phones you may need to repeat this action once more 7 1 FM RADIO E he scala rider G4 is equipped with an FM stereo radio receiver and RDS Radio Data System technology allowing you to choose how and when you listen to your favorite stations Turn on Radio While in Standby mode press and hold CHANNEL B button for 3 seconds Turn off Radio While listening to the Radio press and hold CHANNEL B button for 3 seconds While listening to the Radio tap the CHANNEL B button to cycle through the 6 Preset FM Stations Switch to next preset station Start Intercom call While listening to the Radio start talking loudly Initiate Voice Dial While listening to the Radio tap the Mobile from your Mobile Button and pronounce loudly the name of the Phone person you wish to call This feature is supported only by mobile pho
43. rmine if it is adequately shielded from interference caused by external RF energy Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information LIMITED WARRANTY 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 uo purchase Please retain the retail sales receipt and your registration data for proof of purchase Subject to the aforementioned Cardo hereby represents that this Product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship proof of purchase and registration required Within the subject period Cardo will at its sole option repair or replace any components that fail in normal use Such repairs or replacements will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse misuse accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs This Productisintended to be used only as a communication and entertainment device and should not be used in any location or jurisdiction where its use is prohibited THEWARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTIBILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE THAT CARDO SPECIFICALLY DISCLA
44. s already in use will replace the paired device on that CHANNEL with the newly paired headset 4 On the G4 press and hold the assigned 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 On the Q2 pro simultaneously press and hold the CTRL and MC Buttons until the RED Light begins flashing rapidly indicating it is in Intercom Pairing mode see Q2 pro manual 6 Within a few seconds both units will show a solid light for two seconds indicating that they are now paired connected and ready for use NOTES e Ifthe Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the units will return to Standby mode e Voice Connect Intercom can only be initiated from the G4 Q2 pro However you can always initiate the Intercom manually also from a Q2 unit by pressing the button 9 11b TWO WAY INTERCOM WITH EARLIER SCALA RIDER MODELS To use your G4 with other scalarider models such as the Solo FM TeamSet pro or a TeamSet Driver unit make sure you have the manual of the other scalarider headset available 1 While the G4 is turned OFF turn it ON by pressing and holding the Mobile Button until the Blue Light flashes three times 2 Turn the other scala rider ON by pressing and holding its CTRL Button until the Red Blue lights begin rapidly alternating 20 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snow
45. s equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off 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 e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Operation is subject to the following two conditions 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 scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 23 24 ds FCC IC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance The antenna used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna ortransmitter except in accordance with FCC IC multi transmitter product procedures European CE Notice The scala rider G4 the Product is in conformity with the following essential requirements of Council Directive 1999 5 EC referred to as R amp TTE Directive Articles 3 1a 3 1 b and 3 2 The Product is
46. searching press the Volume Up or Volume Down Button again for three seconds 5 lap the CHANNEL B button within 20 seconds of finding the station to save the current station 6 If you don t save the station the Radio will exit search mode without saving the current station You can still continue to listen to the current unsaved station Tapping the CHANNEL B Button in this case will move to the next saved station Scan 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 button for 6 seconds 3 The device will begin to Scan by searching upwards for the next station Once a station is found searching pauses for a few seconds while you hear the current station and then the G4 will automatically continue to the next station 4 To stop Scanning and stay on the current station tap the Volume Up Button again 5 Tap the CHANNEL B button within 20 seconds of finding the station to save the current station 6 If you don t save the station the Radio will exit search mode without saving the current station You can still continue to listen to the current unsaved station Tapping the CHANNEL B Button in this case will move to the next saved station NOTE Press CHANNEL B button during radio Scan to Fast Save the current station directly into the Preset Channel number you wer
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48. support cardosystems com Visit www cardosystems com download manuals to download this manual also in other languages Mobile phones that do not support the Bluetooth Handsfree profile may prevent you from using certain advanced features Full Duplex lets you speak and hear the other party simultaneously similar to mobile or landline phone conversations and unlike walkie talkie communications scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles cardo Audio Kit with Corded Microphone Two speakers o MP3 Jack back of clamp Noise canceling d 5 f Sliding Panel 1 ad E d E ry i scala rider G4 Volume Up Forward Button Button Connect to Rider A Channel B Button e MP3 Button Connect to Rider B e FM Radio Button scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles microphone 1 Flip up antenna j Silicone cover Channel A 7 22 Lm p Charging Jack il amp Software download port Wall Charger Plug USB Adapter Cable Pre moistened Towlette Carry Pouch Replacement Microphone Sponge User Guide The scala rider G4 PowerSet retail box contains accessories for TWO scala rider G4 units IMPORTANT The scala rider G4 has been certified as waterproof and dustproof IP67 and is designed for use in rain or snow However the cover lid protecting the Charg
49. tor seconds Blue light Battery is fully charged Red blue light Battery is half full Red light Battery is almost empty cardo 4 2 SETTINGS CUSTOMIZATION The G4 offers various customizable settings which allow you to personalize the device based on your preferences Among these settings you can e Enable Disable Spoken Status Announcements which provide your connectivity status i e whether you are in mobile phone or intercom mode and confirm changes of such modes By default the feature is ON e Set custom AGC and VOX sensitivity levels suited to your specific riding style and conditions NOTE G4 settings can be customized in two ways Via the free Cardo Upgrades software available for download from www cardosystems com requires PC and cable connected device cable included See section 4 4 Via the Settings Customization Voice Menu and the buttons on your G4 unit see below Entering the Settings Customization Voice Menu on your G4 The Settings Customization Voice menu can be heard in any one of the available languages Press and hold the CHANNEL A button and CHANNEL B button simultaneously for 3 seconds while on standby After entering the menu follow the voice instructions in English or choose your preferred language 4 3 AUDIO SOURCES AND PRIORITIES The different audio sources connected to the G4 are prioritized as shown below i e the higher priority source will always override and i
50. ts e Click to Link for spontaneous intercom communication with any nearby G4 unit e Mobile phone communication supporting Bluetooth Handsfree and A2DP profiles at a 10 m 33 ft range e In the ear GPS Navigation instructions from compatible Bluetooth devices Entertainment Options Wireless music streaming via devices supporting Bluetooth Stereo A2DP and AVRCP profiles Compatible with a variety of MP3 Players adapters and other audio devices Le e MP3 Players non Bluetooth via cable e Built in FM Radio ADDITIONAL SPECIAL FEATURES gt AGC technology Automatic Gain Control allowing the automatic increase or reduction of volume according to ambient noise and driving speed You can also control the volume level manually AGC sensitivity levels can be customized to suit your personal preferences gt VOX technology for safe and hands free operation of some key functions Voice Dial Answer Call Reject Call VOX sensitivity levels can be customized to suit your personal preferences PLC software Packet Loss Concealment for real time compensation of audio losses in challenging environments Advanced software which can be updated via any PC running Windows XP Vista or Windows 7 Spoken status instructions so that you always know who or what device you are connected to at any given time We wish you a great scala rider experience and remain available for any inquiries you may have Just write us at
51. ttempts you can reset it by simply charging it After approximately 10 seconds remove the G4 from the charger and turn it on again Your G4 should now respond as expected scala rider G4 G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles 5 1 MOUNTING THE G4 ON THE HELMET The Audio Kit that includes your microphone and speakers must first be mounted on the helmet Once mounted the unit can be attached or detached from the Audio Kit at any time sec 5 4 There are two methods that can be used to attach the Audio Kit to the helmet Standard Method Recommended for most helmet types Glue Plate Method Recommended for helmets m to which the standard method cannot be applied using the Glue Plate included in the box Glue Plate Standard Method Fastening the Audio Kit to the Helmet 1 Use the enclosed Allen Wrench to loosen the two screws on the Back Plate 2 Slide the Back Plate between the internal padding and the external shell of the helmet 3 Adjust the Audio Kit s location and then tighten the screws You may need to reposition the Audio Kit repeatedly until you identify the best spot Glue Plate Method Attaching the Audio Kit by way of glue You have the option to glue the Audio Kit onto your helmet when the above standard method cannot be used or in case you prefer to secure the Audio Kit with adhesive glue Caution This process can be done only once NOTE While we have no reason to believe that the gluing o
52. wish to use to pair the G4 CHANNEL A or CHANNEL B 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 Within a few seconds both G4s will show a solid light for two seconds indicating that the two G4s are now paired connected and ready for use NOTE If the Pairing process is not completed within two minutes the G4 will return to Standby mode Initiate Intercom calls There are two ways to start an Intercom call with your paired G4 while the G4 is in Standby mode VOICE CONNECT Start talking loudly CHANNEL BUTTON CONNECT Tap the chosen CHANNEL Button once to add or remove the other G4 from an Intercom call Once you start talking loudly an Intercom call will be established with the other paired G4 The Intercom call will stay on until all participants remain silent for 30 seconds 9 10b THREE WAY INTERCOM Adding a third G4 unit allows you to conduct 3 way intercom conference calls as follows Us B hane gy ysechanne gt a First G4 Rider A Third G4 Rider C Second G4 Rider B In this configuration Rider B is paired to Rider A and to Rider C

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