intercom

[Radthorne]

RadGuy, Definitely sounds like you have some attenuation in the drivers mic line. Have you looked at the plug mounted on switch panel to make sure all of the contacts look OK? That would be my only other
suggestion. In our setup, we seem to be able to hear each other well.

I do have a couple of questions for the others here. In the settings screen there are two sections that do not seem to be covered in the manual

1. Headset Mode
   1. Off
   2. Mute
   3. Mix
2. Headset Front
   1. 25% up to 50%

I have played with these, but not sure what effect they are having.

I can return the favor, at least partially. When the dealer installed the CB Comm system, they should have given you pages 11 - 16 of the installation instructions. These have more detailed descriptions of the various settings. On page 15 is the following:

4. Headset Mode
4.1 Off: When you do not want to hear your entertainment source in your headsets.
4.2 Mute: When you want your entertainment source to mute in your headsets when you receive of transmit via the CB or when you receive or transmit via the intercom.
4.3 Mix: When you want your entertainment source to play (at a reduced level) during CB receive or transmit. If the entertainment volume level is too low then it will mute instead of mix.


I'm not sure what the Headset Front is, though.

By the way, I think we finally got our intercom working, at least sufficiently for us. I did note (in these same instructions above) references to a "sidetone" which is supposed to aid in setting volume; basically I think a bit of static noise that gets louder or softer as you change the volume. In my passenger helmet, she can hear this. She can also hear her own voice on her helmet speakers when she talks on her microphone. On my rider helmet, I don't hear the sidetone or my own voice in my speakers. But in any case, on our long ride today, although the VOX kept the circuit open most of the time (with our 3/4 helmets), with the mikes pressed right up against our lips we could both converse pretty well back and forth, at least enough that we're happy with it now.

 

[BitSlayer]

Thanks, and glad to hear you got yours working. For us, it is a necessity. If it weren't for a working intercom, my arm would be bruised after every ride from her hitting me and then pointing... :roflblack:

 

[Radthorne]

Thanks, and glad to hear you got yours working. For us, it is a necessity. If it weren't for a working intercom, my arm would be bruised after every ride from her hitting me and then pointing... :roflblack:

:agree:

 

[Rider]

Headset Front Settings

RadGuy, Definitely sounds like you have some attenuation in the drivers mic line. Have you looked at the plug mounted on switch panel to make sure all of the contacts look OK? That would be my only other suggestion. In our setup, we seem to be able to hear each other well.

I do have a couple of questions for the others here. In the settings screen there are two sections that do not seem to be covered in the manual

1. Headset Mode
   1. Off
   2. Mute
   3. Mix
2. Headset Front
   1. 25% up to 50%

I have played with these, but not sure what effect they are having.

As I understand it, the Headset Front adjusts the balance between the front and rear headsets. Call it a fader for the headsets instead of the speakers. With your problem you need to adjust the balance(fader) so that you get the proper volume in both headsets. I'm not sure, but I'd guess you need to increase this setting (a higher positive number) as opposed to decreasing it (a higher minus number).

I'm no expert and I may be all confused on this so I'd appreciate an expert's input on this matter.

 

[Robby]

.02c from OZ

Gday All, Have read with great anticipation that someone out there has had the same issue that Im having with the BRP genuine system and headsets. Have narrowed it down to the shift solenoids providing electrical interference in the headsets when changing gear (RTLTD SE5). Have had discussion with dealer who states that this is considered "normal" Sorry a system that costs as much as this does - thats a load of horse pucky. Especially as it is the genuine system. Currently trying to get answers from BRP Aust but to no avail at this stage. I wasnt sold the "Genuine" Accessory as a "its good but it has an electrical issue as standard". They seemed to miss that bit out at point of sale. Yes it was all fitted by the dealer and all is genuine BRP. Very frustrasted with current outstanding issue, with no feedback or acknowledgement from BRP despite me writing (very nicely) I might add to them twice. Best of luck in your endeavours to get a system that you are happy with,.
Robby :banghead: