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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5.1 DMC INTERCOM MODE ........
  • Page 3 Flip-up Antenna Intercom Mobile Audio Roller-Wheel scala rider SMARTPACK button layout...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    • For groups of up to 4 riders over a dynamic auto-adaptive mesh • Seamless group communication - each rider connects independently • Up to 3 miles / 5 km extended intercom range with 4 riders in DMC mode Bluetooth Intercom Mode: •“1+8”...
  • Page 5 ➤ Volume Per Mode: Volume is set and saved at different levels for each audio source We wish you a great experience with your scala rider SMARTPACK and encourage you to write us at support@cardosystems.com with any questions, suggestions or comments you may have.
  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    App users can find a Bluetooth headset battery indicator icon next to the battery icon on their Apple device. The scala rider SMARTPACK is waterproof and dustproof. However, when in use, the USB silicone cover should be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture from...
  • Page 7: Customization And Settings

    RDS (Enable/Disable)    Audio priority (A2DP/Intercom)    Parallel Audio Streaming settings (Enable/Disable)    Intercom Mode (DMC/Bluetooth)    Voice Recognition language    Spoken Status Announcements (Enable/Disable)    AGC sensitivity for the speakers (Off/Low/Medium/High) ...
  • Page 8: Cardo Community Web Platform

    Use the roller-wheel ( ) to access and navigate the built-in menus to easily operate and customize your scala rider SMARTPACK. The menu will vary according to which mode you are in (Standby/A2DP Music/FM). The Settings menu and Advanced Settings menu can be accessed only in Standby Mode.
  • Page 9 Standby mode menu Settings menu (3 taps on A2DP / Intercom audio priority Mute / Unmute the Pack (only in DMC mode) VOX Operation Mode Play Music Spoken Status Announcements Play Radio Click-to-Link Start Intercom (only in Bluetooth mode) Voice Dial...
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    1 BLUE flash every 3 seconds Standby in Bluetooth mode – No active audio 1 GREEN flash every 3 seconds Standby in DMC mode – No active audio 1 RED flash every 3 seconds Standby – Battery is low Active audio in Bluetooth mode...
  • Page 11: Parallel Audio Streaming And Audio Source Priorities

    4.3 PARALLEL AUDIO STREAMING AND AUDIO SOURCE PRIORITIES The scala rider SMARTPACK can stream audio from two connected sources simultaneously, so that you can listen to your music or the radio while holding an intercom conversation. Parallel Audio Streaming is automatically disabled during mobile phone conversations.
  • Page 12 “Next Track” “Previous Track” Previous Track “Mute the Pack” Mute the Pack DMC Intercom “Unmute the Pack” Unmute the Pack *only in Bluetooth Intercom mode Voice Recognition performance may vary based on environmental conditions including driving speed, helmet type and ambient noise.
  • Page 13: Voice Connect (Vox)

    4.5 VOICE CONNECT (VOX) The SMARTPACK has VOX technology for safe and hands-free operation of some key functions. See section 3 to adjust VOX settings. VOX Activation Speak any word loudly into the microphone Answer a call Speak any word loudly into the microphone Reject a call Remain silent for about 15 seconds High: Use this setting if it is difficult to activate VOX...
  • Page 14: Intercom

    For more info please visit www.cardosystems.com/SMARTPACKcompatibility Open the antenna for maximum range To talk to someone via Intercom, first pair your scala rider SMARTPACK to the second unit. Pairing is a one-time process. Once paired, the units should automatically recognize...
  • Page 15: Dmc Intercom Mode

    Introduction The scala rider SMARTPACK uses DMC technology to create a spontaneous and fluid virtual network of riders. DMC provides a more stable connection in a group of riders than the Bluetooth intercom mode. In DMC intercom mode, each rider acts as an autonomous hub that maintains simultaneous and independent communication links with each of the other members in the pack, operating in a mesh network.
  • Page 16 Join an existing pack The easiest way to join a pack is via the Cardo SmartSet App, while the Pack Creator is nearby and in DMC pairing mode. The process can also be done from the Advanced Features Menu in Standby mode.
  • Page 17 Via the Cardo SmartSet App, the Advanced Features Menu, or: Create a pack In DMC mode, press for 5 seconds to enter intercom pairing mode. While the LED is flashing, tap to define yourself as the Pack Creator Via the Cardo SmartSet App, the Advanced Features Menu, or:...
  • Page 18: Bluetooth Intercom Mode

    Bluetooth Intercom communication is possible using one of the three methods: “1+8” Toggling Section 2-way Intercom conversations within a (between scala rider SMARTPACK / 5.2a group of up to eight other “1+8” Buddies PACKTALK, G9/G9x and cardo SHO-1 / SRCS PRO models)
  • Page 19 “1+8” INTERCOM TOGGLING 5.2a (with SMARTPACK, PACKTALK, G9 / G9X, cardo SHO-1 and SRCS PRO) Pair with up to 8 other devices (“1+8” Buddies) and connect with them one at a time by saying their name. CONFIGURE YOUR BUDDY NAME Before using “1+8”...
  • Page 20 CALLING “1+8” BUDDIES There are three ways to start an intercom call with “1+8” buddies. OPTION 1: Voice Command (VOX) Say any word loudly into the microphone. When you hear the Voice Command tone, say the name of a ”1+8” Buddy i.e. “John Smith”. VOX Operation settings must be set to “Voice Command”...
  • Page 21 INTERCOM WITH CHANNELS “A” AND “B” 5.2b Start multi-party conversations using Intercom Channels “A” and “B”. This mode is suitable for 2, 3 or 4-way calls. PAIRING INTERCOM CHANNELS “A” AND “B” Pairing a channel will replace any existing paired device on that Channel with the newly paired device.
  • Page 22 CARDO GATEWAY Non-Cardo devices can connect via the “Cardo Gateway”, allowing conversation between your SMARTPACK and a non-Cardo brand of Bluetooth intercom. Cardo Gateway pairing is done on Intercom Channel “B”. There are three ways to pair with a non-Cardo brand of Bluetooth intercom: OPTION 1: Via the Cardo SmartSet App Â...
  • Page 23 CALLING INTERCOM CHANNELS “A” AND “B” OPTION 1: Voice Connect (VOX) Say any word loudly into the microphone. When you hear the Voice Command tone, say “Call Intercom” to start an intercom call with “A” and/or “B” (subject to who is present). VOX Intercom calls with only “A”...
  • Page 24 THREE-WAY INTERCOM FOUR-WAY INTERCOM : Conference Mode Considerations IMPORTANT During a 3 or 4-Way Intercom Conference call, riders using both intercom channels “A” and “B” will not be able to receive phone calls or GPS instructions as long as the call is in progress.
  • Page 25: Busy Signal

    5.2c CLICK-TO-LINK (CTL) INTERCOM MODE Click-to-Link is a spontaneous way to instantly initiate 1-on-1 intercom calls with other riders near you, without being paired. Think of it as a private channel that you can set up on-the-go with other riders that you see along the way.
  • Page 26: Using A Mobile Phone, Gps Or Mp3 Player

    6. USING A MOBILE PHONE, GPS OR MP3 PLAYER To use a Bluetooth device with your scala rider SMARTPACK you must first pair them. Once paired, they will automatically recognize each other whenever they are within range (10m / 33ft).
  • Page 27: Making And Receiving Phone Calls

    • If you have paired 2 different mobile phones directly to your scala rider, you will need to set one as default for making calls. • 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.
  • Page 28: Listening To Music Via A2Dp

    6.3 LISTENING TO MUSIC VIA A2DP (on A2DP/AVRCP compatible Bluetooth audio devices) ß π Play In standby, tap or use the Voice Command / Feature Menu ß π Pause/Stop Press for 2 seconds or use Voice Command ß π Next Track With music ON, tap or use Voice Command ß...
  • Page 29: Fm Radio

    7. FM RADIO Your scala rider includes a built-in FM radio with a 6 Preset memory and RDS (Radio Data System). RDS allows the radio to automatically retune to the strongest frequency available for the FM station you are listening to when the signal becomes too weak. π...
  • Page 30: Automatic Radio Tuning

    7.2 AUTOMATIC RADIO TUNING Find 6 temporary radio stations. These stations cannot be saved and do not replace your saved FM Presets. Turning off your unit will clear the temporary stations and restore the FM Presets. π 1. With the radio on, tap three times.

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