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Electronics: Fast-Talker
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Scala-Rider
Holly Aguirre
11/01/2006
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Photography by Cordero Studios/corderostudios.com
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For many, riding a motorcycle is all about flying solo. On the odd occasion,
however, one might need to phone ahead for dinner reservations or receive an
important business call. Utilizing Bluetooth technology, Cardo Wireless has
created the Scala-Rider, a hands-free communication device designed specifically
with motorcyclists in mind, making it unnecessary to interrupt your ride to pull
over on a dangerous shoulder.
 The Scala-Rider communicates wirelessly with your cell phone via Bluetooth
technology. (Click image to enlarge)
Requiring only the supplied Allen wrench and
less than five minutes to install, the Scala-Rider integrates easily with your
Bluetooth-enabled cell phone. A compact and light wedge-shaped weather resistant
battery pack simply fastens to the outside of a helmet. We were happy to
discover that the wafer-thin speaker fit into our Shoei J-Wing without the aid
of screws or glue. Advanced electronic components allow us to make, receive or
reject calls by voice commands, for hands-free operation. At speeds of up to 70
mph the Scala-Rider’s wind-resistant microphone provides relatively clear speech
audio, while the implanted sensor is based around ambient noise and adjusts the
earpiece volume level adequately enough to hold a conversation. Battery life
is a healthy seven hours before recharging is required.
The Scala-Rider
easily slips on and off. Also, if you have your Betty on the back, two units can
be Bluetooth linked to each other for an effective wireless intercom, however it
must be noted that the cell phone link is then disabled. Although you may
question the need for yet more cell phone intrusion into your life, this device
works well and is useful.
www.cardowireless.com |
800.488.0363
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