Headset
This is just a feeler.. anyone interested in a group buy for the SCALA G4? I've already managed to secure decent pricing on it, but I may be able to reduce it further if I get some more volume.
G4 Powerset (two units in one package) $390
G4 Single Unit: $230
General
* Talk time: up to 13 hours
* Standby time: 7 days
* Charging time: 3 hours
* Certificates: FCC, IC,CE, IP67, Bluetooth®
* Bluetooth® version 2.1 class 1
* Chip manufacturer: Cambridge Silicone Radio (CSR)
* Battery type: Rechargeable Li-Polymer
* Digital Signal Processing (DSP) for advanced audio
* Compatible with entire scala rider product line**
Intercom (up to 1 mile/1.6 km in Full Duplex)*
* 4-Way (2 drivers and 2 passengers)
* 3-Way (3 separate bikers)
* 2-Way (rider-to-rider or rider-to-passenger)
* Click-to-Link: for spontaneous intercom connections with any G4 user
* Mobile Phone Conference Mode (rider, passenger, outside caller)
GPS (requires headset profile)
* Compatible with most major Bluetooth GPS devices
* GPS voice instructions override music, FM Radio and Intercom calls
Supported Mobile Phone Profiles and Functions
* Handsfree profile
* A2DP/AVRCP profile for wireless streaming stereo from your MP3 player, iPhone™ or other smartphone
* Voice Dial
* Redial
* Call Reject
* Conference mode between outside caller, Driver and Passenger
Built-in FM Radio with RDS
* 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz FM receiver
* RDS functionality (adjusts to best frequencies according to zones) RDS functionality for automatic selection of the strongest Radio signal while on the go (this is the text from the data sheet)
* 6-station memory with Search and Store functions
* Automatic radio muting for incoming calls
* Radio on time: 8-10 hours
Software Update
* Software update-ready directly from PC (requires PC running Windows® XP™, Vista™ or Windows 7)
MP3 / Music
* Connect wirelessly to A2DP / AVRCP enabled MP3 players for Bluetooth stereo music (Cable option also provided)
Mechanical / Functional Features
* Fits virtually all full-face and 3⁄4 helmets (also available in corded microphone version for full-face helmets)
* Quick-release mechanism to detach scala rider G4 from audio kit
* Glue-on option included (instead of clamp attachment)
* Two slim speakers to fit even the tightest helmets
* Multiple control buttons
* Mobile phone
* Channel to Rider A
* Channel to Rider B
* Volume Up
* Volume Down
* FM Radio
* MP3 Player
Audio Features
* The G4 is equipped with AGC technology (Automatic Gain Control), allowing the automatic increase or reduction of volume according to ambient noise and driving speed. You can also control the volume level manually.
AGC sensitivity levels can be customized to suit your personal preferences:
Low AGC Sensitivity will require less ambient noise in order for the AGC to be activated, causing AGC to increase the volume on the headset at lesser speeds than usual
High AGC Sensitivity will require more ambient noise in order for the AGC to be activated, causing AGC to increase the volume on the headset at greater speeds than usual.
* VOX technology: The G4 offers VOX technology for safe and hands-free operation of some key functions (Voice Dial, Answer Call, Reject Call). The VOX feature can be turned ON or OFF according to your preference. Voice-control for receiving / rejecting incoming mobile or intercom calls. Customizable sensitivity levels for enhanced experience.
VOX sensitivity levels can be customized to suit your personal preferences:
Low VOX Sensitivity will require more noise in order for the VOX to be activated, making it more difficult to trigger.
High VOX Sensitivity will require less noise in order for the VOX to be activated, making it easier to trigger.
* Noise cancellation microphone
* Multi-Lingual Spoken Status Announcements
Design
* Flip-Up Antenna for extended range of up to 1 mile/1.6 km
* Waterproof and dustproof – certified to meet IP67 standards
* Rugged and streamlined design
Charger
* 110/240V 50/60Hz Universal Travel Charger
Charger unit uses USB cable that also serves as software download cable.
On a final point, Cardo offers a cord-mounted or thin-wire microphone version of the G4 that is typically more suitable for use in full-face helmets or any helmet where the chin section makes for a tight squeeze.
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