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Operating manual / Hints for connection Motorbike communication system AE 600 BT

Purpose for use

The communication system AE 600 BT has been designed for speech communication between motorbike driver and passenger. To achieve this you use one Bluetooth helmet set (like BT Rider, BT Intercom or BT2) and the supplied wired helmet speaker set OHS 500 or CHS 300 which has to be fitted into already existing closed or open helmets (the microphone with its thin and flexible boom can be installed at both kinds of helmets). As optional solution, a wired helmet set can also be used as driver headset. It is as well possible to connect a wired headset for a third person parallel to the passengers wired and drivers Bluetooth headset to enable a three-way communication The set gives you the opportunity for duplex communication between driver and passenger and vice versa. The integrated Mono FM radio can be switched over to radio reception. The talking connection has priority to radio reception: while talking the radio volume will be automatically decreased. Furthermore the following equipment can be connected: external MP-3 or CD/DVD player via 3.5 mm jack plug voice guidance via 3,5 mm jack plug from navigation system with audio output a radio with PMR 446 or LPD standard for driver and passenger in connection with supplied transmit (push-to-talk) key Bluetooth GSM mobile phone (automatic incoming call switching mode must be active) for driver (alternative solution: wired headset for driver or third person as optional accessory item). Bluetooth Navigator System (in that case there is a chain connection cellular phone to navigator and navigator to AE 600 BT)

The set is being operated with 3 x AAA size Alkaline or rechargeable NiCd/ NiMH batteries independent from vehicle power supply (not supplied with the intercom). The DC charge socket is provided for charging the inserted NiMH batteries via wall charger MW903 (not supplied) or via 12 V cigarette lighter charging cable (supplied)
Declaration of Conformity
The motorbike communication system fits in conformity with the European EMC standards, such as EN 55 013:2001 + A1:2003 (Radio), EN 301 489-01 V.1.6.1, EN 301 489-05 V 1.3.1, EN 301 489-07 V 1.3.1, EN V6.1.1 and EN 301 489-17 (for broadband SRD-Adapters to Bluetooth devices), EN 55022:2006, EN 55024:1998 with A1+A2(2003), WEEE / RoHS, EN 60065:2002 + A1 (2006) (electric safety) and it carries the CE- mark. The actual EC declaration of conformity can be downloaded from www.hobbyradio.de
Conditions for accessory connection
Radio connection (red colour coded cable and socket)
The radio connection of the AE 600 BT fits to most of PMR with 2.5 mm / 3.5 mm plug combination such as Albrecht Tectalk PRO series, ALAN 443, ALAN 456R, HP 446, HP 450, Midland G 6, G 7 / G 8 / G 12 / M48 or M 99. The universal duo plug (2.5 mm for microphone and 3.5 mm for the ear set) is being supported by many other radios. It is not intended to use the VOX-function because of the high level of surrounding noise does not allow a perfect speech switching, which is essential for simplex 2 way radio communication (different from duplex GSM use!). Some smaller size radios like Tectalk FM +, Tectalk Smart, ALAN 777, ALAN K1, Midland G5-R1 are using now more and more a 2.5 mm stereo socket instead of a duo plug. For such radios you will need an additional adapter 29254. Our Intercom set does not support VOX operation on the radio channels because this is not well suitable for motorbike communication PTT (Push - To - Talk switch) Insert the green marked cable plug of the PTT into the green marked PTT socket. Use the PTT button to talk via PMR 446 radio and use the microphone without pressing the knob for GSM phone communication. In cases where 2 way radio or/and cellular phones shall be used, we recommend not to use the built in FM radio broadcast receiver. On most motor bike installations, the close distance between the radio receiver and the cellular phone or to a more powerful PMR transceiver cannot provide interference-free coexistence of broadcast receiver and radio communication /cellular phones among each other. Interferences cannot be excluded.

MP-3/Music CD/ DVD

3.5 mm stereo plug (9). The radio is being switched off, when the cable is being inserted. Use the Headphone-Output of the unit for this feature. The volume shall be adjusted by the volume control of the MP-3/Musik CD-Player.
Navigator voice announcements
3.5 mm stereo plug for navigators with wired audio outputs. The radio volume is being turned lower, during announcements are coming from navigations system. Please adjust the volume at the navigator! If you should have a navigator with Bluetooth , then You can connect the cellular phone directly to the navigator and the navigators audio to the AE 600 BT systems GSM phone HANDY module.

GSM mobile phone with Bluetooth
A cellular phone (or a Bluetooth navigational system) regards the AE 600 BT like a Bluetooth headset with Bluetooth headset protocol. A cellular phone must allow automatic call reception.
Hints for installation and connection

Fitting of helmet sets:

For the drivers Bluetooth headset please refer to the user documentation supplied with Your Bluetooth helmet set. The wired helmet set consist of two flat padded ear sets to be inserted in the helmet, a microphone with a flexible thin boom to be installed close to your mouth. If You intend to use a PMR 446 2-way radio, You will need the supplied waterproof transmit talk button which can be fixed within reach of the handle-bar or at your glove. Please use the coiled cable set for the passengers wired headset and for the driver (as option) only a straight cable set, because this cable works at the same time as antenna for the broadcast radio. If no such headset is connected, the supplied antenna cable should be inserted into the drivers headset socket. Supplied are two self-adhesive pads for fitting the earphones in the helmet and a velcro tape adjustable in length to install the talk button. These adhesive pads do have an adhesive surface on one side (remove protective foil), on the other side there is a velcro clasp so that ear sets can be easily installed or removed for adjustment or cleaning. Bikers with only limited space to install the talk button i. e. on a metal plate at the handle bars may remove the velcro tape and stick the talk button with adhesive pads directly to the desired location. Please fix the ear sets with still a small gap between the ears and the helmet. Your ears should not be completely covered by the ear set because then you might not be able to listen to the surrounding noise of traffic (due to Road Traffic Act you may not use headsets that completely cover your ears because you might overhear honking or other signals). Please do not carry out any technical modifications at the helmet before installing the headset. The ECE standard for motorbike helmets does not permit to flatten the material inside the helmet i. e. to make space for the ear set. Fix the microphone so, that it is always close to your mouth with the supplied adhesive pad. Before fixing the adhesive pads thoroughly clean the desired location (i.e. with alcohol, but do not use any solvent). Press tightly and remember that it takes several hours until the final strength has been achieved. You need the talk button only in case you want to operate an additional PMR radio or another Walkie Talkie. You do not need the talk button for the basic intercom function between driver and passenger or radio/MP3. As long as only Intercom is used, the cables for PMR radio, the talk button and / or GSM phone cable do not need to be inserted. This makes basic installation very simple- just plug in the headphone (s) , and thats it!

Headset for a third person
As option we supply an additional headset cable (straight cable type) which can be used if 2 passengers are on board. It allows full duplex communication to the passenger and a slightly restricted duplex communication path to the driver.
Where to locate the central unit
The best place for location of the central unit is inside or close to the tank knap sack or in the outside-pocket of your biker-suit. If plugged in, the headset cable leading to the driver simultaneously serve as the radio antenna (use the spiralled cable only for pillion). Lead the driver headset or the antenna cable along your back under the biker-suit to get best results of the FM radio.
Power supply / Inserting of batteries
Open the battery lid at the bottom of the central unit. Insert 3 batteries or rechargeable batteries size AAA (Micro). Pay attention to the correct position of the battery poles. It is possible to recharge rechargeable batteries form the electrical power (10,8V 15,6V) of your motor cycle (10). Use only the supplied 12 V DC charging cable of ALBRECHT or the 230 V wall charger MW 903; it is especially designed to limit the charging-current. Do not try to recharge normal batteries instead accumulations. Do not use the AE 600 BT powered from your motor cycle (10,8V 15,6V) without any rechargeable batteries, because the DC In socket is only designed as charging socket.

Warning:

Never use batteries and rechargeable batteries mixed in the battery compartment. Only use batteries or rechargeable batteries of the same kind, and never mix full and empty batteries. Dispose of used batteries only at the authorized collecting points at special dealers. Pay attention to the different containers for batteries and rechargeable batteries. Batteries and rechargeable batteries are special waste, they may not be disposed of with household garbage. Never throw batteries or rechargeable batteries into any fire, never short-circuit the poles of batteries or rechargeable batteries: Danger of fire, explosion or injury may occur!
Installing the radio and/or mobile phone
Radio and mobile phone do only achieve their maximum radiation if installed detached from surroundings. If being used at the same time both should be as far apart as possible from each other and from the central unit. Temporary storage in your pockets does reduce range. Never place radio, mobile phone and /or central unit in the same pocket, undesired interferences, especially from GSM while transmission may occur. If you do not use a radio or mobile phone You simply unplug the cable sets and leave them at home! The connections to the helmet sets (black) are waterproof. Connect the plugs with the markings facing each other. The other supplied cable sets have colour rings as marking, while the sockets at the central unit have the same colour markings, so you can easily find the correct sockets. Except for the cellular phone port, driver and passenger connections are equivalent. Phone calls can only be accepted at the drivers headset. If You intend to change the situation, just exchange the headsets before starting the tour.

Operation

FM broadcast radio (1), intercom (3) and Bluetooth Modules (11), (12) for driver and passenger can be powered separately. Please make sure
that radio and intercom are both switched off if not used. The red LED light is on if Intercom unit is ready for operation. You need only to power the device components which You need!

FM broadcast radio

Switching on/off is done with the volume setting integrated in the rotary potentiometer (1). The radio has automatic frequency search function. Start automatic station search by pressing SCAN / UP key (2). The automatic frequency search will now scan the FM radio range beginning at the lower limit close to 87.4 MHz to the upper end at 108 MHz for receiving signals and will stop at any signal which is strong enough for reception. Once having stopped at a station, you may restart again from this position by pressing the SCAN/UP button consequently. The frequency search will stop when it has once reached the upper frequency range limit. To reset the radio for a new full frequency search, use the lower key RESET/DOWN. This will reset the frequency to the lower limit 87.4 MHz. Press now the SCAN/UP button to start frequency search again in upwards direction.

Intercom

The intercom communication quality between driver and pillion depends on the environmental noise and the correct sensitivity adjustment. The AE 600 BT has a special noise reduction electronic filter that improve the sound quality. If you do not need the intercom (in case that you only want to listen to broadcast radio) use the down position, Intercom (OFF). AE 600 BT has a 4 position slide switch (3). The intercom enables a full duplex conversation: from driver's mic to pillion's headphones and vice versa. You may select 3 different settings:
Position L (Low): For high speed motorbike driving. The mic sensitivity is rather low to avoid excessive noise
pick-up. The setting is adjusted to normal biker's talking behaviour: You speak automatically louder if you are in a noisy, high speed environment.
Position M (Medium): For medium speed. The mic is now more sensitive, but may react to wind and engine
noise in higher speed situations.
Position H (High): High sensitivity, for low speed and other applications. The mic reacts to normal voice

volume.

Automatic FM radio and music muting
A speech detection circuit with an integrated noise filter will reduce (mute) the radio, MP-3 player automatically, as soon as you start speaking to your partner and if the voice will be loud enough. Depending on the switch position (L, M or H) the muting starts at different speech loudness points, which ensures that the radio muting does not react to wind and engine noise. It is a good idea to make a voice training to speak as loud as the mute switch requests: this will be the optimum sound level point for the intercom. A short moment after you stop talking, the radio or MP-3 volume will automatically reach the former value again. Please do not use the FM broadcast radio if You have a cellular phone or PMR 446 radio connected for operation.

2-way radio conversation

Any voice communication can also be transmitted via 2-way radios like PMR 446 or other suitable radios. PMR 446 can provide a communication range to up to 5 km under optimum conditions (radio mounted on the motor bike for free-space radiation). All you need is to plug the supplied red marked PMR cable in the PMR connection (5), the 2.5 mm plug into the microphone and the 3.5 mm plug into the speaker/phone sockets of your radio. Connect also the push-to-talk key supplied with the AE 600 BT system with the green marked socket (6). Please use the same switch position (L, M or H ) as for intercom. Because some commercial radio models can provide a very high loudness volume, you should initially check with lower receiving volume and increase only if necessary. We recommend to fix the push-to-talk (PTT) switch with velcro tape at the handle bar of the motor bike. If you like to speak over the radio channel, press the PTT button and release when you want to listen again (without the PTT button only the use of the intercom is possible!) Driver or passenger can use the PTT button. If the PTT button is been mounted on the motor bikes handle bar, the driver must use the PTT button also when the passenger wants to speak over the radio (or reverse, if the passenger has the PTT button!). The MIC loudness to the radio is automatically adapted by selection of H, L, or M switch position, same as for intercom use. The receiving volume should be adjusted at the 2-way radio.

2-way radio receiving

Radio receiving has priority against broadcast or MP-3 player audio. Incoming radio communications from other stations will automatically mute the FM broadcast radio and MP-3 player. After the radio channel becomes quiet again, the volume of the FM broadcast or MP3 player audio will be increased again.
Wired GSM phone at AE 600 BT
Insert the 3.5 mm multiple jack of the optional (not supplied!) blue marked GSM cable into the GSM phone socket (7) of the central unit and the 2.5 mm stereo plug into the handsfree socket of your mobile phone. If the plug should not fit, use an adapter, offered in most mobile phone accessory shops (the 2.5 mm stereo plug system is a quasi-standard for handsfree kits). Please program your mobile phone to automatic incoming call switching! You will hear an incoming phone call in the headphones. Phone calls have priority against FM broadcast radio and MP3 and will mute these devices. AE 600 BT has been designed to let answer the incoming calls only from driver's headset. The driver is the only one that can talk on the phone, the passenger can only listen to the conversation. In case the passenger is supposed to use the phone instead of the driver please exchange the relevant connections before starting your trip! Please do not use the push-to-talk key PTT (if installed) during mobile phone conversations, because this would automatically switch your microphone to the 2 way radio instead to the mobile phone!

Connecting a Bluetooth Driver Headset
For connecting a Bluetooth Helmet Set you can use the built in Headset module (12) Before first use of Helmet and AE 600 BT both devices must be paired together as Bluetooth units belonging together. Please see the user manual of your Bluetooth helmet, how to enter the pairing mode at the Helmets side. Most Bluetooth devices allow a 2 minutes period to find a suitable other Bluetooth unit in the neighbourhood. Most of the devices will flash during this period rapidly or with two colours, for example red-green.
Before starting any procedure, all Bluetooth modules at the AE 600 BT must be switched off ( this means all Bluetooth LEDs must be off and shall not flash. Each of the modules at the AE 600 BT has its own button, which works as on-off switch, as talk button or disconnect button as well. We also call it Bluetooth button. If one of the modules should be still on or in standby mode, switch it off by at least 3 seconds pressing the Bluetooth knob of the module.
Now start the pairing mode at the drivers helmet set according to the user information of the helmet manufacturer. Switch the headset module at the right side of the AE 600BT into pairing mode. Press HEADSET key longer. After appr. 3 seconds the module will switch on first and blinks 3 x green. Do not release the button now- keep it pressed for 3 more seconds until the LED starts flashing red-green
Now both devices are in the pairing mode, this means they search for suitable other devices and exchange data and encryption details. As soon as both devices have found each other, the dual-colour flashing will stop at both units. In most cases, both units will now automatically switch into connection (= talk) status, or into a standby mode. In that case it may be necessary to press the HEADSET key shortly (less than 1 second). Talk status means that the LED of the headset module will be permanently green. (Depending on the protocol version which is used by the helmet set, it can be necessary to start the communication link by pressing the Bluetooth button 1 x shortly at the helmet side or / and the AE 600 BT side. If necessary, you should try which button needs to be pressed to start a continuous communication link. It is not necessary to enter a PIN code for the helmet-to-headset-module coupling, because the headset module knows the usually used PIN codes 0000, 1234 or 1111. The headset modules will test subsequently all of these PIN code and connects automatically with the correct one. Helmet sets with other codes cannot be used!
Now both devices know each other. Both units memorize the pairing procedure. When connecting the next time, it is only necessary to switch both units on. The module in the AE 600 BT has the behaviour like a cellular phone for the helmet set. Completely switching off : Press the HEADSET key at the AE600 BT about 3 seconds, until the LED will flash 3 x red.

Important difference between AE 600 BT Intercom box and Cellular phone coupling
A Bluetooth headset or helmet set has a different behaviour when coupled directly to a cellular phone or to the AE 600 BT Intercom. When used with the AE 600 BT, the helmet set must be permanently in the talk (=connected) status, because otherwise it is not possible to transmit Navigator announcements, Radio music or PMR 446 radio communications to the helmet set. If You use a cellular phone, any call is initiated by a ringing procedure or dialling procedure. All components can remain in a standby mode or even a sleep (power save) mode until a call starts. Because of this difference, the maximum talk time is the most important parameter for a good helmet set. Motor bike helmet sets like our BT Rider, BT Intercom or BT 2 do not only provide a good noise and wind reduction, but also a good battery capacity.
Connecting a Bluetooth Cellular Phone to AE 600 BT
For connecting a Bluetooth Cellular Phone you can use the built in Handy/ Navi module (11) Before first use of cellular phone and AE 600 BT both devices must be paired together as Bluetooth units belonging together. Please see the user manual of your cellular phone, how to enter the pairing mode at the phones side. Most Bluetooth phones allow a 2 minutes period to find a suitable other Bluetooth unit in the neighbourhood. All telephones show the Bluetooth devices search on their display.
Before starting any procedure, all Bluetooth modules at the AE 600 BT must be switched off ( this means all Bluetooth LEDs must be off and shall not flash. Each of the modules at the AE 600 BT has its own button, which works as on-off switch, as talk button or disconnect button as well. Because this is a multi-function switch, we also call it Bluetooth button. Now start the pairing mode at the cellular phone according to the user information of the phone manufacturer. Switch the Handy/ Navi module at the left side of the AE 600BT into the pairing mode. Press HANDY / NAVI key longer. After appr. 3 seconds the module will first switch on and blinks 3 x green. Do not release the button now- keep it pressed for 2-3 more seconds until the LED starts flashing red-green
Now both devices are in the pairing mode, this means they search for suitable other devices and exchange data and encryption details. As soon as both devices have found each other, the dual-colour flashing will stop at the Handy/Navi module. In most cases, both units will now automatically switch into connection (= talk) status, or into a standby mode. In that case it may be necessary to press the HANDY key shortly (less than 1 second). Talk status means that the LED of the handy module will be permanently green. Depending on the protocol version which is used by the phone, it can be necessary to start the communication link by a keyboard command at the cellular phone (follow the instructions on the display) or / and press the HANDY button at the AE 600 BT side. If necessary, you should try which button needs to be pressed to start a continuous communication link. It will be necessary to enter a PIN code for the Handy/Navi module at the cellular phone. If requested in the display, enter 1234 as PIN code.

Now both devices know each other. Both units memorize the pairing procedure. When connecting the next time, it is only necessary to switch both units on. The Handy/ Navi module in the AE 600 BT has the behaviour like a simple Bluetooth headset for a cellular phone. The HANDY/NAVI key at AE 600 BT has following functions together with a paired cellular phone: Reject an incoming call - Press button during ringing for at least 2 seconds Terminate phone conversation - Press button during conversation shortly Transfer a phone call back to the cellular phone - Press for at least 2 seconds during the conversation
To be not disturbed during driving, we recommend to use automatic call accept (programmed at the cellular phone) For outgoing calls better drive to a parking lot and dial the call from the phone. Not all phone manufacturers have implemented all possible features into their Bluetooth modules, so it can happen that a specific phone requests different button functions or rejects button functions. In our concept we are using two totally independent Bluetooth modules for Handy/Navi and headset coupling, which should ensure the best possible compatibility with almost all helmet sets and cellular phones. If You are not in talk mode, you can use the Handy/Navi button for: Switching into standby mode and back to connect mode: press 1 x for about 1 second , LED will flash green from time to time Completely switching off - Press the HANDY key at the AE600 BT at least about 3 seconds, until the LED will flash 3 x red.
Combinations with Bluetooth Navigational Systems
Bluetooth-equipped navigators regard themselves as control unit for the Bluetooth helmet and the cellular phone as well. To connect the AE 600 BT Intercom system to navigators, the Handy/Navi Module of the AE 600 BT shall be used. A cellular phone then shall be connected directly to the navigator. The result is a chain of following Bluetooth devices:
This chain must connect totally 4 Bluetooth devices. When pairing so many devices together, there is a big risk that the wrong devices try to pair to each other. To avoid such problems, we recommend to switch off all Bluetooth devices, which are just not used for the pairing process. In the above chain, start with the Navigator. Connect the navigator with the AE 600 BT first. The navigator regards the AE 600 BT as a headset with the device name AE600GSM and the PIN No. 0000. In the next step You connect the cellular phone to the navigator, and at the end connect the AE 600 BT Headset Module with the Bluetooth Helmet. Troubleshooting for Bluetooth connections If You have a problem with any Bluetooth connection, switch off all Bluetooth devices in the surrounding. Now switch only the devices on, which had the problem before. Under the condition, that the two units are still paired, they should establish a connection automatically after switching on or after pressing the Bluetooth key of one or both device(s). If this is not possible, try a new pairing procedure. Electronic Waste Disposal: If you should not need the Intercom any more or if it should become defective

and cannot be repaired, the new European WEEE directive does not allow any more to dispose it via your household trash bin. Please dispose electronic items only at the local electronic waste collecting stations, and remove batteries before disposal.
European warranty regulations European regulations request that Your distributor grants 2 years of warranty for Your AE 600 BT (European laws apply). In case of a problem, please contact the distributor or ask him for the address of an authorized repair shop. If You return any AE 600 BT, please add a problem description and a copy of your sales receipt.
2008 Alan UK Ltd Unit 2, Callenders, Paddington Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire. SN5 7YW Telephone: (0) 431 Fax : (0) 432 For technical assistance contact: technicalsupport@alan-uk.com