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Channel 10 is an Emergency Channel. Use the emergency channel only for the purpose of soliciting or
rendering assistance to a traveler. This channel is also used by certain organizations during emergency
situations and may not necessarily be monitored.
Side tone:
When transmitting by using PTT or voice activation you will hear yourself in your own speakers.
This is called side tone. Side tone is what tells you that your microphone is working.
Using the voice activation feature:
The voice activation feature is what allows you to communicate
to other riders hands free (without using the PTT). This feature can work very well but does need patience
and understanding. It is critical that you set the microphone sensitivity knob to the correct setting depending
on your particular scenario. Failure to do so will either cause the microphone to never activate automatically
or activate and stay on for extended periods. Start with the microphone sensitivity knob at the lowest setting.
Make sure your microphone is directly in front and as close to your lips as possible. Turn the knob to 10:30
as if it were a clock. Begin to say the words “CHECK CHECK ONE TWO” in a semi loud raised voice.
While you say this, listen to see if you hear the side tone coming through the speakers. If you do NOT hear
yourself in the speakers you are either not talking loud enough or the microphone sensitivity is set too low.
Keep In mind that you are riding a motorcycle and the background noise will be loud. The key is to set the
microphone sensitivity knob to as low of a setting as possible to where only your loud voice can activate it.
Turn the microphone sensitivity knob a little bit higher each time until you can hear yourself say “CHECK
CHECK ONE TWO ONE TWO” consistently as a side tone. Once you achieve this you have found your
“sweet spot”. You are now ready to ride. Keep in mind that throughout your ride you may need to slightly
adjust the sensitivity depending on your surroundings. If you set it too sensitive your microphone will be
activated by the wind keeping it keyed and preventing anyone else from talking. It is suggested to practice
using this feature back and forth in the house before actually using while riding. This way you can
familiarize yourself with back and forth communication.
* If you decide not to use the voice activation feature simply turn the knob all the way down and use
one of the PTT button options.
TOT function:
When you unintentionally set the voice activation level too high, the surrounding noise may
activate the microphones. You may not know that your microphone is keyed the entire time. When that
happens, no one in your group can talk. The new TOT function will notify you that your microphone is still
keyed on. After ten seconds you will hear a short beeping sound. After 5 more seconds it will beep
continuously for another 5 seconds. If this happens make sure to immediately turn the microphone
sensitivity knob down until your microphone deactivates. Carefully set your sensitivity again making sure
you have it set at a lower setting.
4. Rider to Passenger Communication
The X1slim does not require a separate unit for a passenger to communicate with the rider and others. In
order to connect a passenger you must purchase an additional headset and extension cord. Please contact
a dealer near you or call customer service.
Listening to bike to bike communication;
When connected,
Passenger can communicate with
the driver and other riders who are on the same channel.
Ways to talk to your group:
With a passenger connected, there are different ways to set up your
communication. The table below will show your options as to how rider and passenger can share talking.
Rider
Passenger
A
PTT button on Unit
Wired PTT button
B
Voice activation
Wired PTT Button
C
Voice activation
Voice activation
D Optional (available soon)
Wireless PTT
Wired PTT
E Optional (available soon)
Voice activation
Wireless PTT
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Rider and Passenger only communication:
This feature allows both you and your passenger to
communicate in private. In order to activate this feature simply push and hold the INTERCOM button down
for 3 seconds. You will hear the unit beep and will see the “INT” icon displayed on the LCD. In order to
deactivate this mode simply push and hold the INTERCOM button again for 3 seconds. The unit will beep
and the “INT” icon will be disappeared in LCD screen.
Other features Passenger can use:
Your passenger can also share many other features the rider is
using. Table shown below summarizes the features available in the X1slim. (Please note that your passenger
is not capable of hearing a cell phone conversation)
Rider
Passenger
Music from Bluetooth source
Yes
Yes
GPS Direction
Yes
Yes
Cell Phone
Yes
No
FM Radio
Yes
Yes
5. Bluetooth feature with audio control
The X1slim is equipped with Bluetooth transmitter that allows you to pair up to 2 Bluetooth devices
simultaneously. It must be understood that NOT just ANY 2 Bluetooth devices will always work. When
pairing two devices, Bluetooth only permits 1 hands free device and 1 audio device. You cannot pair 2
audio devices and you cannot pair 2 hands free devices. It will only allow 1 of each kind. An example of a
hands free device is a cell phone. An example of an audio device is an iPOD/MP3 player with a Bluetooth
adapter. Please note some Smart phone’s (iPHONE/Android phones) take up BOTH devices when paired
to the X1slim. This is why you will be able to listen to music and answer the phone from a smart phone.
These phones do not have an option to disable this. Some motorcycle specific GPS devices also take up
both devices when paired. This is why you can listen to music, hear your voice prompted directions, and
answer your phone through them.
* You will find a chart below that explains the different combinations of accessories and what will work.
Bluetooth feature:
The Bluetooth feature will allow you to listen to the music, GPS direction, and/or
answer phone calls wirelessly.
Pairing:
In order to pair the X1 slim to a Bluetooth device you must follow the directions below. Please
make sure that the device you are trying to pair is Bluetooth capable.
1
Make sure the X1 slim is in the OFF position and the device you want to pair is near. Please
note that you must make sure any other Bluetooth devices in the area are turned off.
2
Press and hold the Intercom button
and slowly turn the Power knob on. You will see “Bt rd”
letter in LCD display.
3
Continue to hold the Intercom button until you see the Bluetooth LED
rapidly blinking.
Release the Intercom button at this time.
4
Follow the “pairing” instructions for your Bluetooth device. Please allow about 30 seconds for
your device to search X1slim. If done correctly, you will notice the name “
X1SLIM
” on your
devices Bluetooth list.
The following is an example of how to pair an iphone with the X1slim. Go to Bluetooth settings
as pictured below. Once the iphone finds the X1slim as a Bluetooth device, you will see “X1slim
Not Paired”. You simply touch that device then it will automatically pair.