INTERPHONE FBEAT Bluetooth Helmet Intercom User Manual

FBEAT Bluetooth Helmet Intercom

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Before using this product, we recommend you carefully perform the operations outlined in this Quick Guide.

Charging

Insert the recharging cable in the audio connector kit as shown in the figure.
Insert the other end of the cable in a standard USB port.

The LED lights up yellow/orange during charging.
The LED turns green when charging is complete.
When charging is complete, disconnect the units from the charger by pulling out the jack plug, and also unplug the charger from the outlet.

Pairing method

Turning on for the first time the FBEAT with the double control unit version.
To turn on the device, press the MFB button (1) on both control units. The control units are pre-linked direct from the factory. When first switched on the two control units will go into standby mode (INTERCOM menu).

At first “ON” the FBEAT with the single control unit version, indicator alternately flashes red/blue, you can directly search it with your phone or another lnterphone.
If the indicator is not red/blue, from “OFF’; press and hold MFB button until the indicator will alternately flash red/blue.

Connecting to a phone

From the Bluetooth menu on your mobile phone (such as the sample iPhone menu shown below), search for a new device.

When the device is found, select lnterphone FBEAT. Connection will take place automatically
after a few seconds.

If a password is required, enter 0000.

SERIES MC/XT-FBEAT ACCESSORIES

1.0 PREPARATION

Interphone FBEAT is a modular audio kit made up of a Blue-tooth® module (the core of the system) (A), a double slide support system for the module (E/D) and an audio kit with a double microphone to be installed inside the helmet (C/B) Before configuring the Interphone FBEAT, you should check the website for software updates that could improve the performance of the FBEAT. If there are any updates, installation is recommended.
Verify compatibility with the operating system on your PC, then download the file and the attached instructions that will guide you through the update process.

ASSEMBLY

1.1 Mounting the bracket on the helmet

The Interphone FBEAT has two mounting systems (small plates) (E/D) that you can install on the helmet. Choose the system that is better suited to the type of helmet you are using.
Equipped with a sliding latch system, the plates support and lock the FBEAT Bluetooth® module into position. One system is applied using an adhesive system (E), and the other uses a clip (D).

Thanks to the sliding latch system on the plates, the FBEAT module can easily be removed for recharging, updating, security against theft, and use on other helmets that have already been prepared with other kits designed for each type of helmet.

The kits for an additional helmet all consist of an audio section with earphones/microphone, along with two support plates for the module.

The kits for an additional helmet are optional and can have a different structure and operation. For more in-formation, consult the accessory section on our website, www.interphone.com
We recommend using the adhesive plate (E) since it is more aerodynamic and can be placed wherever you like on the surface of the helmet. This allows you to choose point that best suits the shape of the helmet shell to maximize appearance and adhesion.

On the other hand, the adhesive plate cannot be repositioned. Once it is applied, it cannot be removed because the 3M adhesive that provides its excellent holding power does not allow for a change of position. If the plate is removed, it must be replaced with a new one.
Carefully choose the most suitable point before application.

The clip-on plate (D) is better for those who do not want to apply permanent adhesive to their helmet or would like to be able to remove the plate and use the helmet with no accessories installed.

The clip-on plate requires that the helmet allow part of the plate to be inserted between helmet shell and cheekpad. The cheekpads on some helmets are glued or have special seals that prevent the plate from being inserted correctly or require the helmet to be modified, which not everyone is willing to do. In these cases, it’s better to choose the adhesive plate.
Both brackets can only be installed on the left side of the helmet.

Installation with (adhesive) plate
Take the adhesive plate, but do not remove the protective film on the back. Place the plate on the left side of the helmet shell. Now, move it around and find the position where it will adhere and function best. Before applying it, mount the FBEAT module on the plate and check whether the position you chose could disturb the driver by causing interference or discomfort (check visor, opening, etc…).

Carefully clean and degrease the point chosen for applying the plate. Do not use strong detergents that could ruin the paint on the helmet. After cleaning the helmet shell, remove the protective film from the double-sided adhesive strip and apply the plate on the helmet. Press quickly on the plate to attach the strip firmly.

After application, it is a good idea to let the 3M adhesive act on the helmet for 12 hours before using the helmet.

Installation with the clip-on (removable) plate
Check the type of helmet you have and make sure that the clip can be inserted between helmet shell and cheekpad. Otherwise, use the adhesive plate.

Take the clip-on plate, loosen the two screws and remove the rear section.

On the left side of the helmet, locate the most suitable point for inserting the clip, slide the rear section of the clip in be-tween the helmet shell and the cheekpad, and let the end (with the holes for the screws) protrude on the outside. Now, try to join the front section of the clip onto the rear section. Depending on the thickness/radius of the helmet, it may be necessary to use the adapter (J) to compensate for the distance between the two sections so that the clip still adheres to the helmet shell when the screws are tightened. Tighten the screws with the screwdriver provided. Do not use excessive force when tightening the screws. You could break all or part of the clip.

If you are also using the adapter for the clip, you must re-place the two screws installed in the clip with the longer ones supplied with the unit.

1.2 Installing the audio section

Wear the helmet and locate the exact point where your ears are positioned inside.
If the internal fabric of the helmet allows it, try to apply the two earphones in the audio kit directly at the points you determined. The Velcro on the back of the earphone will often adhere perfectly to the material in the helmet without the need to use the fabric strip (I) with double-adhesive. Otherwise, if the material is unmanageable, apply the strip of fabric at the point you previously deter-mined and place the earphone on the strip.
Put on the helmet once again and check whether the ear-phones are correctly positioned. They must be centred and come slightly in contact with your ears.
If the helmet allows it, it’s a good idea to insert the ear-phones under the cheekpad fabric, which requires more time and care to accomplish but makes the internal kit almost invisible and more comfortable.

Thread the cable with plug under the cheekpad and around the helmet while trying not to lay it over itself or twist it. Then, pull it out on the left side as far as it will go. Afterwards, when the plug is connected to the FBEAT module mounted on the support, you can push the excess cable back inside and leave only as much as you need on the outside.

Microphone (B) – if possible, slide the microphone arm through the hole in the chin strap and below the cheek-pad so that the microphone is more stable and less obtrusive. It should be possible to position the microphone with foam windscreen (14) in front of your mouth, but it may be left slightly to the side of the mouth.

After installation is complete, make sure that the wording MIC on the foam windscreen on the microphone arm faces your mouth and preferably points toward your eyes.

1.3 Recharging

The Interphone FBEAT must be charged before use. Once mounted on the helmet, connect the recharger cable provided (F) to a USB port, then insert the recharger cable plug into the outlet on the audio kit connector (16) correctly inserted in the Interphone FBEAT module.
The charge LED turns orange (7) during charging. When the battery is fully charged, the LED will turn green. About two hours are needed to charge the FBEAT module completely. Two modules can be charged together in around three hours.

We recommend turning the module off before recharging the FBEAT.

1.4 Turning on/off
TURNING ON
Press and hold the MFB button for approximately 3 seconds. The speaker will sound an acoustic warning and the LEDs will begin flashing quickly for around 3 seconds.
Subsequently, in stand-by mode, the LED will flash approxi-mately once every 5 seconds.
TURNING OFF
Press and hold the MFB button. The speaker will sound a pro-longed acoustic warning and the LED will flash red prior to turning off.

2. PAIRING

2.1 Telephone
Pairing
The INTERPHONE FBEAT can be paired to a mobile phone. After having turned the INTERPHONE FBEAT off, press and hold the MFB button until the warning light alternates red and blue flashes. This will take about 8 seconds.

When the light is flashing red/blue alternately perform the device search from your telephone (refer to the telephone or navigator manual).

The telephone or navigator will detect the INTERPHONE FBEAT. Simply select it, and enter the numerical code 0000. To use with a mobile telephone and GPS navigator at the same time, see point 2.3.

2.2 Intercom
Pairing
After having turned the INTERPHONE FBEAT off, press and hold the MFB button until the warning light alternates red and blue flashes. This will take about 8 seconds.
When both LEDs flash red/blue alternately, press and release the MFB button on one of the two INTERPHONE FBEATs. The two INTERPHONE FBEATs are connected when both LEDs show a fixed blue light.

2.3 Audio GPS
Pairing
For an audio connection, GPS NAVIGATORS use the TELE-PHONE (headset) profile: to pair the phone during use of the navigator you must use the specific function on the GPS de-vice. For further information and settings, please consult the navigator manual.

3. USE

3.1 Telephone function
To answer a call: when a call comes in, the speaker sounds a warning tone or the telephone ring: to answer, briefly press the MFB button.

To end a call: simply press and release the MFB button. Voice call: some telephones allow you to make a voice call simply by pressing the MFB button for about 3 seconds.
To refuse a call: press and hold the MFB button for approxi-mately 4 seconds. To refuse a call in VOX mode follow the instructions in the VOX FUNCTIONS section.
Volume adjustments: to adjust the volume, press the Volume + or Volume – keys depending upon the volume desired.

3.2 Intercom function
To enable the Intercom function: to activate a conversation in the Intercom profile, press the MFB button on one of the two INTERPHONE FBEATs. An audible warning will advise you when connection has occurred.

Conversation in intercom mode is full-duplex.

To disable intercom function, simply press and release the MFB button.
Volume adjustments: to adjust the volume, press the Volume + or Volume – keys depending upon the volume desired.

3.3 Telephone + Intercom function
With this combination, the connection to the telephone function takes priority.

• During a telephone conversation, intercom communication is not permitted.
• In order to activate the Intercom function, no telephone call must be under way: press the MFB button for about 3 seconds. An audible signal will advise you that connection has been made. Conversation in intercom mode is full-duplex.
• To end a conversation in intercom mode, simply press and release the MFB button.
• During an intercom conversation, you can answer or refuse an incoming telephone call. Intercom communication will be interrupted and re-activated automatically at the end of the call.
• To answer a telephone call, press and release the MFB but-ton.
• To end a telephone call, press and release the MFB button.
• To refuse the incoming call, press and hold the MFB button for approximately 4 seconds.
• To adjust the volume, press the Volume + or Volume – keys depending upon the volume desired.

3.4 Voice response (VOX )
The voice response function allows you to answer a call with-out having to press any buttons.

Voice response activation: press and hold the Volume + button until the third beep. An acoustic sound will advise you that the operation is complete.

Voice response deactivation: press and hold the Volume – button until the third beep. An acoustic sound will advise you that the operation is complete.

To answer a call: when receiving a call, simply say a word (e.g. ‘HELLO’) within ten seconds, to activate the line.

To refuse a call: when receiving a call, simply allow ten seconds to pass and it will be refused.

3.5 Voice call
The voice call function allows you to make a call without using the telephone keys. INTERPHONE FBEAT is compatible with the voice call functions on various Bluetooth® mobile phones. To activate it and access the commands, refer to the mobile phone instruction manual.

Please refer to Use – Telephone section.

3.6 Bluetooth® Music
If you’ve paired a mobile phone or GPS unit that can handle MP3 files and send them using the A2DP Bluetooth® stereo profile, you can listen and manage music from the FBEAT. You can play/pause by pressing the UP button for two seconds, forward/reverse through songs by briefly pressing the UP or DOWN buttons, and adjust the volume by pressing the buttons repeatedly until the desired level is reached. Music cannot be shared by two or more users. Each user can only listen to and control the music coming from his or her player.

If you don’t have a phone, or if your phone does not have MP3/Bluetooth®, you can use an MP3 Bluetooth® player to send audio using the A2DP stereo profile.

WE RECOMMEND CHECKING FOR UPDATES ON THE WEBSITE WWW.INTERPHONE.COM

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

Industry Canada (IC) Statement
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC/IC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the (Applicable in those countries of the European Union with recycling systems)
The symbol shown on this product or on its documents indicates that the product must not be disposed of with other domestic refuse at the end of its life cycle. To avoid damage to the environment or to health caused by the inappropriate disposal of refuse, the user is requested to separate this product from other refuse and to recycle it responsibly to favour the sustainable re-use of material resources.

Domestic users are invited to contact the sales point where the product was purchased or the local office with information regarding recycling of this type of product.

Business users are invited to contact their suppliers and to check terms and conditions of purchase. This product must not be disposed of together with other commercial refuse.

This product bears the CE mark in conformity with the regulations of the R & TTE Directive (99/5/EC). Cellular Italia S.p.A. hereby declares that this product conforms to essential standards and other norms under Directive 1999/5/EC. The user is forbidden from making variations or modifications of any kind to the device. Any variations or modifications not expressly approved by Cellular Italia S.p.A. will cancel the user’s authorisation for the use of the device. The Bluetooth® trademark is the property of Bluetooth® SIG, Inc.
For further information please consult http://www.cellularline.com

This product has an embedded, non-replaceable battery, do not at-tempt to open the product or remove the battery as this may cause in-jury and damage the product. Please contact the local recycling facility for removal of the battery. The embedded, non-replaceable battery is designed to last the life time of the product.
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.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

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. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE PRODUCT BATTERY
Do not store the device without charging it. Failure to do so may irreversibly damage the capacity of the battery. Recharge the battery completely every TWO months.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON PRODUCT WATERPROOFING
The external unit (control unit), mated to the connector on the audio kit, is classified IP67 as per the IEC60529 standard, when used with the sealer provided in the package. Therefore, the control unit, when mated to the connector on the audio kit, may be submerged in a meter of freshwater for a maximum of 30 (thirty) minutes.

Despite this classification, the device is not immune to greater stresses, such as prolonged immersion or high-pressure jets of water.

Using the device in conditions of bad weather, at high speeds, may be equivalent to subjecting it to a high-pressure jet of water.

FOLLOW THESE SUGGESTIONS CAREFULLY TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE DEVICE:

• Do not immerse the device in freshwater over one metre deep for more than 30 minutes.
• Do not store the device when it is wet: dry it with a clean, soft cloth. Dry any water or moisture in the control unit connector and/or the audio kit connector by applying warm air for at least 10 minutes. This will keep the contacts from corroding.
• Keep the device away from salt water, ionised water, beverages and other liquids. If the device is exposed to liquids other than freshwater, wash it with cold, freshwater and dry it carefully with a clean, soft cloth.
• Keep the device away from high-pressure jets of water.
• Be sure to reapply the sealer supplied in the package if the sealer disappears when the device is used for a prolonged period of time.
• Be sure the connector on the audio kit is inserted into the control unit completely.
• Otherwise, complete protection against water and dust is not guaranteed.

NOTE
For excellent waterproofing, apply a thin layer of silicone on the parts highlighted in the image below.

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