Rugged Radios 696 - User Manual

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1. VOLUME / VOX
VOLUME / VOX knob (1A) controls intercom volume.
Knob (1B) controls voice activation (VOX) sensitivity.
2. PLAY / PAUSE
Plays or pauses music, answers or ends phone calls.
3. LED
Blue indicates power is on, red indicates transmitting.
4. VOLUME / SKIP
Quick press increases or decreases music volume.
Long press skips forward or reverse.
Intercom Operation
Power On / Off the intercom by rotating the volume control (1A) clockwise / counterclockwise.
VOX Adjustment
Bluetooth Pairing for Music and Cell
PRO TIPS
Rotate the VOX and VOLUME all the way clockwise, putting the mic in an open state. Listen for the ambient sound picked up. Slowly rotate
the VOX counter-clockwise one click at a time until the ambient noise is silenced. Now set VOLUME at about 50%, position the mic
AGAINST THE LIPS, and begin speaking normally. You should hear your own voice (Side-Tone). Adjust volume for comfort. If your voice does
not open the mic, increase VOX slightly (clockwise). If the mic opens too easily, decrease VOX slightly (counter-clockwise).
2-Way Radio Use
Received audio is controlled by your radio’s volume control, not the intercom volume control. Push-To-Talk (PTT) Buttons are only used for
transmitting over a 2-way radio connected to your intercom. To transmit, press and hold the PTT button, speak, then release when finished.
NOTE: Bluetooth audio will attenuate or “dim down” when VOX activates.
The higher the background noise level (engine, wind, etc.), the further counterclockwise you will need to adjust the VOX control.
Be sure to have all helmet / headset microphones positioned so they are touching the lips. This ensures proper microphone
activation and promotes noise canceling.
If the music is always quiet, adjust the VOX control on the intercom until the mic turns off and music volume increases.
Only driver can speak on cell phone call.
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PRO TIPS
PTT buttons only activate one mic (ie: Driver PTT activates Driver mic). If receiving radios do not hear your voice but hear a
"click" indicating your radio is transmitting, verify your PTT and headset cables are in the correct ports.
When transmitting the LED on both the intercom and radio will illuminate red.
The radio’s hand mic is incompatible with intercom systems. We do recommend storing it in the vehicle in case of emergency
(in which case, power off the intercom).
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Start with the intercom powered off and the bluetooth function of your phone or device powered off.
Turn on the intercom.
Turn on the phone or device's bluetooth and begin scanning (scanning is automatic on most phones).
Wait for "RUGGED" to be displayed on the list of found devices.
Select "RUGGED" and wait for the device to pair. If pairing is not successful, restart the process.
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696 INTERCOM
USER MANUAL

Summary

Device Controls and Functions

Volume and VOX Knob Functions

Explains the function of the volume/VOX knob for intercom volume and VOX sensitivity.

Play;Pause and LED Indicators

Details the play/pause function for music/calls and the LED status for power and transmission.

Music Volume and Track Skip

Describes how to adjust music volume and skip tracks using the dedicated controls.

Intercom Operations

Basic Intercom Power

Instructions on how to turn the intercom on and off by rotating the volume control.

VOX Adjustment Procedure

Guide to adjusting VOX sensitivity for optimal microphone activation and noise cancellation.

Bluetooth Pairing Guide

Steps for pairing your phone or device with the intercom for music and cell phone connectivity.

2-Way Radio Communication

Explanation of how to use the intercom for 2-way radio communication and PTT button functionality.

System Wiring and Connections

Headset and PTT Connections

Details on connecting headsets and Push-To-Talk buttons to the intercom unit.

Radio and Auxiliary Inputs

Information on connecting external radios, audio devices, and optional modules.

Installation and Power

Radio & Intercom Mounting

Guidelines for mounting the intercom and radio, avoiding interference and routing cables properly.

Connecting Power

Instructions for connecting the system to a 12v battery, emphasizing proper cable routing and avoiding issues.

Rugged Radios 696 Specifications

General

Brand	Rugged Radios
Model	696
Category	Intercom System
Language	English