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 - Midland BTX1 

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MIDLAND BTX1 

Basic Intercom System

BTX1 is an intercom communication system solution for motorcyclists. The design is very slim and aerodynamic, all the main functions are easy to operate thanks to the three big 
buttons placed on the front of the unit. 
BTX1 is mounted on the helmet using the adhesive plate or the screw mounting clamp. Thanks to the audio kit with ultra slim speakers, you can enjoy high quality stereo music 
while riding.

Main features

 

Intercom driver - passenger (30 ft).  

 

Connect your phone to receive/place phone calls and listen to stereo music

 

Connect your GPS for turn by turn dirrections

 

AUX wired connection for MP3 player and GMRS radio

 

Setup and Firmware update via USB connection to a PC

Midland BTX1 is available in two versions:

 

Single BTX1 Intercom kit with one unit only

 

Twin BTX1 Intercom kit with two units 

Depending on the model purchased, the package contains the following 
parts:

BTX1 single

 

1 BTX1 communication unit

 

1 audio kit with two stereo speakers, microphone with boom and wired 
microphone

 

1 plate with bi-adhesive strip to mount the unit onto the helmet

 

1 clamp to mount the unit onto the helmet

 

1 mini USB wall-mounting power supply

BTX1 Twin

 

2 BTX1 communication units

 

2 audio kits with two stereo speakers, microphone with boom and wired mi-
crophone

 

2 plates with bi-adhesive strip to mount the unit onto the helmet

 

2 clamps to mount the unit onto the helmet

 

1 mini USB wall-mounting power supply with double plug

The units included in the TWIN kit are already paired and can therefore be immedi-
ately used in Intercom mode.

Technical specifications of Midland BTX1

General:

 

Bluetooth ver� 3�0

 stereo (Headset/Handsfree/A2DP protocol)

 

AGC system automatically controls the volume in relation to background noise

 

Voice (VOX) or manual communications activation

 

Manual controls to enable: telephone, intercom and wire connection 

 

Fully waterproof

 

Lithium battery with 10 hours talk time

 

Recharge time: app. 6 hours

Bluetooth connections:

With identical device for Driver to Passenger intercom

Bluetooth devices:

 

Mobile phone with MP3 player Stereo (A2DP protocol), GPS (Garmin Zumo and 
TomTom Rider 1 and 2)

Wire connections:

 

For stereo audio input like iPod/MP3 player (with optional cable)

 

For GMRS transceivers (with optional cable)

Attention: 

Midland BTX1 is designed to withstand rain and water. However, if it is 

raining, always verify that the rubber caps protecting the sockets are fully fitted.

Charging batteries

Attention: 

Make sure that the unit is fully charged before use. Allow at least 8 hours 

for a full charge before using the unit for the first time. 

Charge the unit by inserting the wall-charger into the charging socket (lift the 
rubber cover to insert the plug).
The red LED on the unit will start flashing when charging begins.
Allow the headset to charge until the unit stops flashing or the blue LED turns on.
When the charge is complete (the red LED is not flashing), release the headset 
from the charger.

Summary of Contents for BTX1

Page 1: ... Midland BTX1 on and off 4 Operative mode 4 How to pair two BTX1 units 5 Talk 2 All Pairing to a different brand intercom 6 Pairing the BTX1 to Bluetooth devices 6 How to use the wired audio input 8 Using a GMRS transceiver with the cable connection 8 Setup and special configurations 9 Setup and Firmware update 10 Use at your own risk 10 Warranty 10 FCC Compliance Information 11 ...

Page 2: ...p to mount the unit onto the helmet 2 clamps to mount the unit onto the helmet 1 mini USB wall mounting power supply with double plug The units included in the TWIN kit are already paired and can therefore be immedi atelyusedinIntercommode Technical specifications of Midland BTX1 General Bluetooth ver 3 0 stereo Headset Handsfree A2DP protocol AGCsystemautomaticallycontrolsthevolumeinrelationtobac...

Page 3: ...speakers and two interchangeable microphones which are both supplied with a bracket and wired connection Mounting the stereo speakers ThetwostereospeakershaveaVelcro adhesivestripthataidstheirmountinginto your helmet Beware not to completely cover your ear with the speakers you must always be able to listen to the traffic sound and your indicators The microphone can be mounted onto the helmet in t...

Page 4: ...s the mounting clip and push the unit upwards Switching your Midland BTX1 on and off Switching the unit on Press and hold Middle button down for approximately 3 seconds until the BLUE indicator lights Switching the unit off Press and hold both Middle and Rear buttons together for approximately 3 seconds until the RED indicator flashes 3 times thus lessening the chances that you might turn off the ...

Page 5: ...e the VOX feature simply by pressing the Backward button for 7 sec Two audible beeps will advise you when the VOX is disabled To turn the VOX on again just press the same button one beep sound will advise you that theVOX is now active or just turn the unit off and on again Adjusting the volume Your Midland BTX1 uses AGC technology which automatically adjusts the listen ing volume in relation to ba...

Page 6: ...phone mode is active Attention If you need to connect both Phone and GPS you must pair the Phone totheGPSitself Bluetooth connection always in Background This feature lets you keep the Bluetooth connection via the Volume button present in the background when the Intercom is open this allows GPS navigator announcements to be heard while the intercom is open Enabling Disabling the Background feature...

Page 7: ...obile phone Using the MP3 player feature of the mobile phone only in Phone mode Many mobile phones are now designed to be used as stereo MP3 players The BTX1devicefullysupportstheA2DPandAVRCPprotocolsthatenableyoutolisten to stereo music and remotely control your mobile phone s MP3 player You can even use the buttons on the BTX1 unit to control the following play options Play Pause Forward and Bac...

Page 8: ...er speed Make a note to remember this setting for future trips Enabling disabling the wired input If needed the wired input can be enabled or disabled Enabling Disabling MakeaLongpressonthe Rear button youwillhearoneau dio beep tone for enabling confirmation and two audio beep tone for disabling Using a GMRS transceiver with the cable connection In order to connect the transceiver to your Midland ...

Page 9: ...only Adjusting the sensitivity of the microphone VOX To perform this operation you must first enter the setup mode 1 Turn off the unit 2 Press and hold down the Middle button about 7 sec until the Red light is on permanently 3 Your BTX1 is now in Set up mode 4 Press the Rear button until the red light indicator changes to a steady blue 5 Now press Volume or Volume to increase or reduce sensitivity...

Page 10: ...removal or re installation of the product in a vehicle or other mounting ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATIONTHE IMPLIEDWAR RANTIESOFMERCHANTABILITYANDFITNESSFORAPARTICULARPURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED AS SET FORTH HEREIN AND TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WAR RANTY OTHERWISE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS EX PRESS LIMITEDWARRANTY ISTHE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OFTHE CONSUMER AN...

Page 11: ...the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC 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 maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradiocommunications However thereisnoguar...

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