Q3/Q3 MultiSet™

User Guide
 CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 7. FM RADIO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2. CHARGING THE BATTERY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 7.1 RADIO TUNING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

7.2 AUTOMATIC RADIO TUNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3. CUSTOMIZATION AND SETTINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
8. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4. GETTING STARTED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
9. SUPPORT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4.2 STATUS LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
10. NOTICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4.3 AUDIO SOURCES AND PRIORITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

4.4 VOICE CONNECT (VOX) SETTINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5. INTERCOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.1 INTERCOM COMPATIBILITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.2 PAIRING INTERCOM CHANNELS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.3 MAKING INTERCOM CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5.4 RECEIVING INTERCOM CALLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5.5 CLICK-TO-LINK® INTERCOM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5.6 BUSY SIGNAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 IMPORTANT:
This is version 2.0 of the User Manual. Please note, that our manual is
6. PAIRING AND USING A MOBILE PHONE, GPS DEVICE periodically updated on the Cardo website to include the very latest features
OR MP3 PLAYER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 and functions of your new scala rider.
6.1 PAIRING BLUETOOTH CHANNELS 1 AND 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Please visit www.cardosystems.com/download/manuals to check if the
manual you are holding is the most updated version and to download the
6.2 MAKING AND RECEIVING PHONE CALLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 manual in your preferred language.
6.3 LISTENING TO MUSIC VIA A2DP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.4 MUSIC SHARING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.5 CABLE-CONNECTED MP3 PLAYERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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 1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the scala rider Q3® Bluetooth® ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
communication and entertainment system for motorcycle helmets. ➤A  GC (Automatic Gain Control) technology, for the automatic
If you have purchased the Q3 MultiSet™, your retail box contains two adjustment of volume according to ambient noise and driving
factory-paired scala rider Q3 units. speed. You can also control the volume level manually. AGC
sensitivity levels can be customized to suit your personal
Among others, the scala rider Q3 offers the following key features: preferences.
INTERCOM OPTIONS (IN FULL DUPLEX) ➤V  OX technology for safe, hands-free operation of key functions.
• Rider-to-Passenger intercom VOX sensitivity levels can be customized to suit your personal
preferences.
• Click-to-Link® Intercom: For spontaneous connection with random
scala rider users nearby who have CTL capability enabled ➤P  LC (Packet Loss Concealment) software for real-time
compensation of audio losses in challenging environments.
MULTIPLE DEVICE CONNECTIVITY ➤ S poken status announcements, so that you always know to
•M obile phones / MP3 Players / GPS (Sat-Nav) devices (2 Bluetooth whom or to what device you are connected.
connections) ➤V  olume Per Mode: Volume is set and saved at different levels for
• Other scala riders via intercom each audio source.
We wish you a great scala rider Q3 experience and encourage you
ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS to contact us at [email protected] with any questions,
•W ireless music streaming via devices supporting Bluetooth Stereo suggestions or comments you may have.
A2DP and AVRCP profiles
* U nder tough environmental conditions (dense forest, narrow buildings, heavy traffic), intercom range will
• Audio Players (non-Bluetooth) via cable be reduced. Once conditions improve, the range will increase again.
• Built-in FM Radio with 6 station presets and auto-tuning

CARDO COMMUNITY® AND CARDO SMARTSET APP

• Customize your scala rider settings
• Download software upgrades, enhancements and new features

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 CONTENTS OF RETAIL BOX
If you purchased the scala rider Q3 MultiSet, the Box will include two Corded microphoneQ Replacement mic sponges*
sets of each item listed below. G9

scala rider Q3 Speakers Speaker booster pads

1 Intercom Button ( v) 3
4
➍ 2 LED Wall charger plug USB cable
➎ 3 Music / Mobile Button ( W)
➏ 4 Volume Up ( +)
5 Micro USB / AUX (•) Hybrid mic clip Glue plates
➊ ➋ ➌ 6 Volume Down ( -)

Alcohol pad Velcro pads

Audio Kit

➌ Allen wrench Large Velcro pads

➊ ➋ * The large microphone sponge is recommended for use with open helmets
➍

➑ ➎

1 Noise canceling microphone

2 Interchangeable hybrid microphone (Corded mic also provided)
3 Release Tab
4 Sliding Panel
5 Speaker Jack

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 2. CHARGING THE BATTERY 3. CUSTOMIZATION AND SETTINGS
Make sure that your scala rider is fully charged for at least 4 hours Get the most out of your scala rider by changing the settings and
before initial use. customizing your unit according to your own personal preferences.
There are three ways to change the settings: via the Cardo Community
on a PC / Mac*, the Cardo SmartSet App or from the Settings Menu on
your device.
Cardo SmartSet Settings
Community App Menu

Download the latest firmware upgrade   

Set the 6 FM radio presets   

Charging with the wall charger is faster than via a computer USB
port.
Set your Hot-Dial number   
• RED LED ON – Charging   • RED LED OFF – Charging complete

Change A2DP / Intercom audio priority   

Battery In Standby, press + for 2 seconds.
Check • BLUE = Full   • PURPLE = Half   • RED = Almost empty Change the language settings   

Android App users can find a battery indicator in the bottom right- Disable Spoken Status Announcements   
hand corner of the App.
iOS App users can find a Bluetooth headset battery indicator icon Change AGC sensitivity for the speakers   
next to the battery icon on their Apple device.
Change VOX Operation Mode   

w
The scala rider is waterproof and dustproof. However, when
in use, the USB silicone cover should be kept tightly closed to
prevent moisture from entering the unit. Change VOX sensitivity for the microphone   

Click-to-Link settings   

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CARDO COMMUNITY WEB PLATFORM
Visit http://community.cardosystems.com 4. GETTING STARTED

4.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONS

Press v for 2 seconds
Power ON / OFF ON: 3 BLUE flashes + Ascending tone
OFF: 3 RED flashes + Descending tone

Volume Tap + or - to adjust and set volume of

*Minimum Requirements: Windows® XP™ / Mac OS X 10.7 current audio source
Mute Tap + and - simultaneously
CARDO SMARTSET APP
In Standby, press + for 2 seconds:
• BLUE LED = Full charge
C Battery Check
Sm ardo • PURPLE LED = Half charge
a
AprtSet
p • RED LED = Almost empty

Settings Menu In standby, press W and v simultaneously for

5 seconds and follow the audio instructions
In the App, you can also: In standby, press + and - simultaneously for
Enable / Disable VOX 2 seconds
• Set volume levels for each audio source (For Intercom calls
ENABLED: Blue flash for 2 seconds
• Control your music Minimum Requirements: only)
• Make Phone / Intercom calls DISABLED: Red flash for 2 seconds
Android: 3.0, iOS: 8.0
• Find / Change radio stations * App available only on iOS
• Add/Remove Intercom pairings and Android devices 4.2 STATUS LIGHTS
None scala rider  is OFF
SETTINGS MENU 1 BLUE flash every 3 seconds Standby mode - No active audio
The Settings menu is built in to your scala rider and is available in 2 BLUE flashes every Active mode – Call in progress / music
several languages. 3 seconds or other audio source is ON
1 RED flash every 3 seconds Standby mode – Battery is low
Enter Menu In Standby, press n and v for 5 seconds
2 RED flashes every 3 seconds Active mode – Battery is low
Exit Menu Press n for 2 seconds
Solid RED Charging

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 4.3 AUDIO SOURCES AND PRIORITIES
If two connected audio sources try to play simultaneously, your
5. INTERCOM
scala rider automatically determines which audio source to play The scala rider Q3 allows Bike-to-Bike full duplex intercom
through the speakers based on the priority of the connected devices. communication at a range of up to 1 km / 3,200 ft (subject to
Higher Priority terrain) within line of sight. The Q3 is capable of toggling with
1. Mobile Phone audio or GPS instructions*

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2. Intercom / Click-to-Link three other riders using Intercom Channels A, B and C.
3. A2DP (Stereo Bluetooth) audio Pairing with another scala rider
4. FM Radio (Built-in)
5. AUX (for corded connection i.e. Music Players) To chat with another scala rider via Intercom, pair your scala rider Q3
* GPS instructions from Smartphone GPS Apps to the second device. Pairing is a one-time process. Once paired, the
Lower Priority are prioritized like A2DP audio
two units will automatically recognize each other whenever in range.
• Incoming mobile phone calls interrupt ongoing intercom calls
5.1 INTERCOM COMPATIBILITY
• Incoming intercom calls will interrupt ongoing A2DP music
• Intercom and Click-to-Link calls have the same priority. So Your scala rider Q3 is compatible with most scala rider models
Click-to-Link calls will not interrupt any Intercom call in progress, for intercom calls. In addition, it is also compatible with the
and vice-versa. Schuberth SRC-System™. Intercom range with other models is
limited to the distance of the device with the shorter range.
A2DP audio priority can be configured to be higher than Intercom audio
priority (see section 3). For details on how to pair and use your Q3 with other scala rider
models, please visit www.cardosystems.com/Q3compatibility.
4.4 VOICE CONNECT (VOX) SETTINGS
The scala rider offers VOX technology for safe and hands-free 5.2 PAIRING INTERCOM CHANNELS
operation of some key functions. Pairing a Channel will replace any existing paired device on that Channel
with the new device.
VOX Activation Speak any word loudly into the microphone
If you have purchased the Q3 MultiSet, the retail package contains two
Answer a call Speak any word loudly into the microphone pre-paired units configured to communicate via their v buttons on
Reject a call Remain silent for about 15 seconds Channel A.
If for any reason you have to pair them again, OR if you wish to pair
VOX Sensitivity See section 3 to adjust settings. another unit, proceed as follows:
(Default: High: Use this setting if it is difficult to activate VOX
Medium) Low: Use this setting if it is too easy to activate VOX 1. Check both scala riders are in Standby.
Enable/Disable In Standby, press and simultaneously for 2 seconds 2. O n the first unit, press v for 5 seconds. Once the LED begins
VOX (For flashing, select the intercom channel you would like to pair by
Intercom/Voice • Enable: Blue flash for 2 seconds
Command only) • Disable: Red flash for 2 seconds tapping v (Channel “A” pairs automatically).

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 CHANNEL ACTION LED INDICATORS 5.4 RECEIVING INTERCOM CALLS
“A” (Default) No action required Rapid RED flashing • If another paired unit tries calling you via Intercom, the call will
begin almost instantly
“B” Tap v x2 Rapid BLUE flashing
• To receive a CTL intercom call see table in section 5.5
“C” Tap v x3 Rapid PURPLE flashing
5.5 CLICK-TO-LINK® INTERCOM
3. Immediately repeat Step 2 on the second unit. Both units will
now be in Intercom Pairing mode. Click-to-Link is the spontaneous, “social” feature of your scala rider
for making intercom calls with other riders nearby without the
4. After a few seconds, both units will show a solid light for need for pairing.
2 seconds, indicating that they are paired and ready to use.
Click-to-Link can be disabled, effectively blocking any attempt by
If Pairing is not completed within two minutes, the units will return to others to make Click-to-Link calls to you.
Standby mode.
Start a CTL call request
(search lasts up to 10 seconds) In standby, press W for 2 seconds
5.3 MAKING INTERCOM CALLS
End a CTL call /
Call Channel A Tap v once Cancel a CTL call request Tap v
Call Channel B Tap v twice When hearing the CTL ringtone:
Call Channel C Tap v three times Accept a CTL call Tap v or say any word loudly to answer
by VOX
End Intercom call Tap v
Remain silent until the CTL ringtone
Reject a CTL call
stops or press v for 2 seconds
Voice Connect (VOX)
ENABLE/DISABLE CTL
Use VOX to make Intercom Calls to your Priority Intercom Channel. See section 3
(Default: ENABLED)
VOX Intercom calls will end automatically after 30 seconds of silence.
Set Priority Channel Press + for 5 seconds during intercom call If other scala rider users are nearby, your next Click-to-Link call may
(Default: Channel A) with the selected channel randomly connect to any of them.
Call Priority Channel Speak any word loudly into the microphone 5.6 BUSY SIGNAL
A busy signal will be heard when attempting to establish an
VOX and AGC performance will vary based on environmental conditions
including driving speed, helmet type and ambient noise. Intercom call with another device that is already on a phone or
For improved performance, minimize the wind impact on the microphone intercom call.
by using the large microphone sponge and closing the visor.

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 • If you have paired 2 different mobile phones directly to your scala rider ,
6. PAIRING AND USING A MOBILE PHONE, you will need to set one as default for making calls.
GPS DEVICE OR MP3 PLAYER • If your GPS supports it, you can pair the second mobile phone directly
to the GPS and then pair the GPS to your scala rider, and so connect
both mobile phones and the GPS to your scala rider.

• Not all Bluetooth mobile phones can broadcast Bluetooth Stereo music
(A2DP), even if the phone has an MP3 player function. Consult your
To connect your scala rider to a Bluetooth device you must first pair mobile phone’s User Manual for more information.
them. Once paired, they will automatically recognize each other • Not all Bluetooth GPS devices allow connection to Bluetooth audio
whenever they are within range (10m / 33ft). devices. Consult your GPS User Manual for more information.
• After pairing, you may need to tap W to connect the scala rider .
Your scala rider has two Bluetooth channels for connection to
mobile phones, GPS devices and music players with A2DP.
6.2 MAKING AND RECEIVING PHONE CALLS
6.1 PAIRING BLUETOOTH CHANNELS 1 AND 2
Answer a call Tap W or say any word loudly to answer by VOX
1. Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone/GPS/MP3 player.
2. C heck the scala rider is in Standby. Reject a call Remain silent for 15 seconds, or press and hold
W for 2 seconds
3. To pair Bluetooth Channel 1 – press + for at least 5 seconds
until the RED and BLUE LEDs begin rapidly alternating. End a call Tap W
To pair Bluetooth Channel 2 – press - for at least 5 seconds Voice Dial1 Tap W and v simultaneously and follow the
until the RED and BLUE LEDs begin rapidly alternating. (if supported by prompt from the mobile
mobile phone)
To pair a GPS, when LEDs begin rapidly alternating, tap .
Redial1 Press Wand v for 2 seconds
4. Search for Bluetooth devices on your phone/GPS/MP3 player by Hot-Dial2 Tap W three times
following the device’s instructions.
Set default phone3 When on a phone call, press + for 5 seconds
5. After a few seconds the device will list “scala rider Q3 ”. Select it.
6. If prompted for a PIN or Passkey, enter 0000 (four zeros). Toggle default In Standby, press W for 5 seconds
phone
7. The device will confirm that pairing has succeeded and the LED
will begin flashing slowly in BLUE.   1 This feature is not available during mobile calls
8. If Pairing is not completed within 2 minutes, the scala rider  will   2 To use the Hot-Dial, first configure the number (see section 3).
return to Standby.   3 If you have 2 mobile phones paired directly to your scala rider, you will need to set one of them to use as
default for outgoing calls.

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6.3 LISTENING TO MUSIC VIA A2DP [SENDER] Start/Stop During A2DP music playback, press + or
sharing your music: - for 2 seconds
The scala rider  can also receive audio via an MP3 cable from [RECEIVER] Stop music Press + or - for 2 seconds
non-Bluetooth MP3 Players or audio sources (see section 6.5) sharing:

Phone/Intercom calls and GPS audio navigation will override music

Available only on AVRCP compatible Bluetooth audio sources
playback.
Play In Standby, tap W
Music Sharing does not transmit voice audio and cannot be used as an
Pause/Stop Press W for 2 seconds Intercom call.

Next Track With music ON, tap W

6.5 CABLE-CONNECTED MP3 PLAYERS
Previous Track* With music ON, double tap W
The USB Port can be used to connect a non-Bluetooth audio source
With music ON, press + (scans up) or - (scans down) using an MP3 cable.
Music Scan for 5 sec. The first few seconds of each track will play.
To stop the scan on the current track, say any word
Stop Scan loudly into the microphone or tap W
  *With some phones you may need to repeat this action
Micro USB / AUX •
SWITCHING BETWEEN A2DP AUDIO SOURCES
1. Check that the scala rider  is in Standby.
1. Stop the music playback from the current device.
2. C
 onnect the cable to the Music Player’s jack and insert the other
2. Start music playback from the other device. end into the USB Port.
6.4 MUSIC SHARING To listen to music from a cable-connected device, operate the
Music Player using its buttons as usual (FF/REW/PLAY/PAUSE).
Music Sharing allows rider and passenger to listen to the
same music within a range of 33 ft / 10m.
Music Sharing works only with A2DP (Bluetooth stereo)
enabled audio sources. In order to share your music with your
riding partner, your scala rider unit [SENDER] needs to be paired to
the other unit [RECEIVER] on CHANNEL A and the RECEIVER must
be in Standby mode.

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 7.2 AUTOMATIC RADIO TUNING
7. FM RADIO Find new stations fast and easy by automatically creating a list of
Your scala rider includes a built-in FM radio with a 6 Preset 6 temporary radio stations.
memory and RDS (Radio Data System). 1. With the radio on, press - for 5 seconds.
RDS allows the radio to automatically retune to the strongest 2. T he radio will search upwards (higher frequency) from the
frequency available for the FM station you are listening to when current station and store the next 6 FM stations it discovers.
the signal becomes too weak. 3. I f desired, repeat to store the next 6 FM stations.
Turn on Radio In standby, double tap W
These 6 temporary stations cannot be saved and do not replace the
Turn off Radio Press W for 2 seconds FM Presets you may have saved.
Next Station Preset With radio ON, tap W
Turning off your scala rider will clear the temporary stations and
Previous Station Preset With radio ON, double tap W
restore the FM Presets.
RDS ON/OFF With radio ON, press + and -
(Default: Off) simultaneously for 2 seconds

7.1 RADIO TUNING 8. TROUBLESHOOTING

Preset stations can be saved via the Cardo Community, the Cardo Reboot If your scala rider stops responding, reset it by turning
Smartset App or directly from your scala rider: it off and then on again (press v for 2 seconds).
1. Turn on the radio. Reset Pairing 1. In Standby, press + for 5 secs until LED flashes
2. S elect a Preset number you wish to set (Preset 1 – 6) by tapping (Deletes all RED/BLUE.
W until the desired preset is heard. paired devices) 2. Press W for 2 seconds until LED flashes 5 times in
3. F ind an FM station to save using Seek or Scan. PURPLE.

Seek up/down Choose a preset by tapping W

and Save
Press + or - for 2 seconds
(Find the next
FM station) Tap W within 20 seconds to save to current preset

Scan and Save: With radio ON, press for 5 seconds

(Automatically To stop search, tap
scans up for a Tap W within 20 seconds to save to current preset
station)
To continue scan, wait for the next station to be found.

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 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
9. SUPPORT Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference and
For additional information: 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
 www.cardosystems.com FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
 [email protected] This equipment complies with FCC/”IC” radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

 UInternational:
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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 or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC/”IC” multi-transmitter product procedures.
Industry Canada (IC)
IMPORTANT
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
MULTINATIONAL E-COMMERCE COMPANIES AND ONLINE AUCTION WEBSITES ARE NOT following two conditions:
AUTHORIZED TO SELL CARDO PRODUCTS AND PURCHASES FROM SUCH SITES ARE AT YOUR OWN 1) this device may not cause interference and
RISK. TO RECEIVE WARRANTY OR CUSTOMER SERVICE, YOU MUST SUBMIT ORIGINAL RECEIPTS
FROM AUTHORIZED CARDO DEALERS. 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
PRODUCTS THAT WERE IMPORTED FROM NORTH AMERICA MUST BE SERVICED IN THE USA.
IC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with the RSS-102 exemption from routine RF exposure evaluation for use in an
uncontrolled environment.
European CE Notice 

10. NOTICES Your Cardo product (the “Product”) is in conformity with the following essential requirements of
Council Directive 1999/5/EC (referred to as R&TTE Directive): Articles 3.1a, 3.1.b and 3.2. The Product is
manufactured in accordance with Annex II of the above directive.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Declaration of Conformity (DOC)
15.21 The Product is compliant with and adopts the Bluetooth® Specification 3.0 and has successfully passed all
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for interoperability tests that are specified in the Bluetooth® specification. However, interoperability between
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. the device and other Bluetooth®-enabled products is not guaranteed.
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant The contents of this User Guide, including all text, illustrations and drawings are the exclusive intellectual
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energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference written authorization by the Company are strictly prohibited. Any rights not expressly granted herein are
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular reserved.
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which IMPORTANT SAFETY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION –
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the WAIVER AND GENERAL RELEASE
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. WARNING:
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Cardo Systems Inc., (“Cardo” or the “Company”) notifies you that your complete and undivided attention
is required when using a communication device (the “Product”) while riding. Failure to avoid potentially
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. hazardous situations could result in accident resulting in serious injury or death.

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 Cardo advises you to take all necessary precautions and remain alert to the traffic, weather and all road Other Medical Devices
conditions. It is best to stop away from traffic prior to activating or deactivating the Product or initiating If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device and/ or your
or receiving any calls. physician to determine if it is adequately shielded from interference caused by external RF energy. Your
Do not perform pairing, linking or similar operations while riding. All publications are intended to address physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
technical capabilities and should not be construed as encouraging the operation of Cardo’s Products in any
manner that is unsafe or prohibited by law.
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Exercise all due caution while using this Product and obey all applicable traffic laws. Always ride and use
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riding, always consider road, traffic, terrain and other conditions to maximize safety. Do not operate the Limited product warranty from the date of original purchase. Please retain the retail sales receipt and
Product if it becomes unsafe to do so. your registration data for proof of purchase.
In some regions or states, the use of mobile communications systems is prohibited or restricted. Check all Subject to the aforementioned, Cardo hereby represents that this Product is warranted to be free from
laws and regulations that apply to your region before using the Product and be mindful that compliance defects in materials or workmanship (proof of purchase and registration required). Within the subject
with all laws and regulations is the user’s responsibility. Use the Product in motion only where and period, Cardo will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs
in the manner that such devices are permitted by applicable law. The Product should not be used in or replacements will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer
contravention of local, state or federal laws and regulations. Please check federal, state and local laws and shall be responsible for any shipping cost. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse,
regulations before using your Cardo Product. accident or unauthorized alteration or repairs.
No part of the body should come in contact with the antenna during operation of the equipment. Use This Product is intended to be used only as a communication and entertainment device and should not be
Product only where safe, and avoid usage at gas stations, fuel depots or around explosives. Use with used in any location or jurisdiction where its use is prohibited.
hearing aids and medical devices only after consulting a physician or specialist. Make sure to install and The warranties and remedies contained herein are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties express,
mount the Product in a stable manner. implied or statutory, including any liability arising under any warranty of merchantibility or fitness for
Operating temperature: The Product is designed to work in temperatures between -20° and 55° C. a particular purpose, statutory or otherwise that Cardo specifically disclaims. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights which may vary from state to state or from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Cardo makes
AC/DC Adapters: When charging from a wall outlet, use the charger provided or another certified plug-in no other warranties express or implied beyond those stated specifically herein. This warranty is extended
AC/DC adapter that meets the following criteria: by Cardo solely to the original purchaser and is not assignable or transferable to others. Cardo assumes no
Input: 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A maximum obligation or liability for additions or modifications to this warranty unless made in writing and signed by
Output: 5 DV DC, 1 A maximum. an officer of the company.
Batteries are warranted only if the battery capacity falls below 50% of rated capacity or if the battery
HEALTH WARNINGS: develops leakage.
Hearing Loss IMPORTANT: Do not store your Product without charging it from time to time for periods in excess of
Audio devices can cause hearing loss. Employ care and avoid exposure to excessive volume levels that may six months, as this may cause irreversible damage to the capacity of your battery. Your
damage or impair hearing or lead to hearing loss. Permanent hearing loss may occur if Products are used warranty will not cover such events.
at high volume for prolonged periods of time. This warranty also becomes void if:
RF Signals a. any of the seals on the case or battery are broken or Product or battery show signs of tampering,
Most electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not b. t he battery is used in equipment other than the equipment for which it was intended.
be shielded against the RF signals emanating from your wireless equipment. c. the Product is used in contravention of its intended purpose
Pacemakers d. the Product was purchased from online auctions
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of about six inches Cardo assumes no responsibility resulting from the use of non-Cardo components or products in
(or 16 cm) to be maintained between a mobile phone or wireless device and a pacemaker to avoid potential conjunction with its Products, and specifically the use of third party chargers or Bluetooth® devices.
interference with the pacemaker. Be sure not to interfere with the functionality of personal medical devices. Furthermore, Cardo is not responsible for any damage to any part of the Product resulting from the
Hearing Aids use of ancillary equipment not furnished by Cardo which is attached to or used in connection with the
Some devices may interfere with certain hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you should consult Product.
your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

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Not covered by the warranty: Online Auction Purchases: Online auction confirmations are not accepted for warranty verification. To
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 efects or damage resulting from the use of this Product in other than its normal and customary obtain warranty service, an original or copy of the sales receipt from the original retailer is required.
manner. Cardo will not replace missing components from online auction sites.

2. Defects or damage from misuse, accident or neglect. Other manufacturers: Cardo is not responsible for and expressly disclaims any responsibility for how
Cardo Products are used or misused arising out of use with products, services or information of other
3. Defects caused by improper operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment or modification of any vendors.
kind (incl. long-term storage without periodic charging of the battery).
WAIVER AND GENERAL RELEASE
4. Products opened, disassembled or repaired by non-authorized parties.
By using the Product, you will waive substantial legal rights including the right to sue. Please read the
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 efects or damage due to exposure to excessive temperatures, adverse weather conditions, external following carefully before using the Product.
impacts or spills of food or liquid.
By using the Product, you are irrevocably releasing, indemnifying from any liability, loss, claim and
6. All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged after expense (including attorneys fees) and holding Cardo harmless for any bodily injuries, harm or death as
purchase. well as losses or damages in goods, to any vehicles including your own, or to any property or asset that
Disclaimer of Warranty belong to you or to third parties, any of which may result from using the Product under any circumstances
or conditions and irrespective of jurisdiction.
The device and its accessories are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranty of any kind
beyond those assumed in the enclosed manual. 1. You, your heirs, legal representatives, successors or assigns, hereby voluntarily and forever release,
discharge, indemnify and hold harmless Cardo from any and all litigation, claims, debts, demands,
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
actions and liability which may arise, directly or indirectly, from using the Product for any distress, pain,
In no event shall Cardo be liable for any incidental, special, indirect, punitive, exemplary or suffering, discomfort, loss, injury, death, damages to or in respect to any person or property however
consequential damages, whether resulting from the use, misuse, or inability to use this product or caused, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE, and which may hereafter accrue to
from defects in the product, or for any damages whatsoever resulting from the use of the product, you on some future date as a result of said use, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
whether based on breach of contract, tort (including negligence), product liability or otherwise even
2. You fully understand and assume the risks in using the Product, including risk of negligent acts or
if advised of the possibility of such damages. You acknowledge and agree that the limitations set
omissions by others. All risks for operating the Product are assumed solely by the user of the Product.
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 3. You confirm that you are physically capable to use the Product and that you have no medical conditions
exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. or needs that may infringe upon your abilities to do so in a safe manner. You further confirm that you
will not consume any alcohol that may affect your alertness or any mind-altering substance, and will not
Cardo retains the exclusive right to repair or replace (with a new or newly-refurbished replacement
carry, use or consume these substances before or during the use of the Product.
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. 4. You fully acknowledge our warnings and understand that:
Warranty Service (a) risks exist in using the Product while in traffic, including but not limited to injury or illness, strains,
fractures, partial and/or total paralysis, death or other ailments that could cause serious disability;
To obtain warranty service, your Product must be registered. Register online at:
www.cardosystems.com/registration. Please present the Product, along with your registration (b) t hese risks may be caused by the negligence of the manufacturers or its agents or any third party
number, bill of sale (receipt) at any authorized Service Center or at the store from which you have involved in the Product;
purchased the Product. (c) these risks and dangers may arise from foreseeable or unforeseeable causes.
To obtain warranty service, contact Cardo’s product support and obtain an RMA tracking number, or You hereby assume all risks and dangers and all responsibility for any losses and/or damages, whether
contact your local Cardo authorized dealer. Ship securely with a copy of the original sales receipt which caused in whole or in part by the negligence or other conduct of others, including Cardo.
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 5. B y using the Product, you confirm that you have read this release of liability and fully understand and
by Cardo. accept its terms and conditions.

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