Cardo Freecom 4+
communication system

Review: 3.26 out of 5

Manufacturer details: Cardo

Communication in motion

Would you like to communicate from motorbike to motorbike, listen to the traffic news on the radio, make mobile phone calls without taking your helmet off, receive voice directions from your GPS sat nav, and enjoy your favourite MP3 music in superb stereo quality? And all of this while you're on the move? Then what you need is a Bluetooth-enabled communication system from Cardo Systems. Cardo Systems are pioneers and market leaders in mobile communication systems. The wide range of products, from sturdy entry-level model through to multifunctional entertainment system, offer the right solution for everybody. What's more, quality and expertise from Cardo have impressed other premium manufacturers.

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Description
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Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard for exchanging data over short and medium distances.

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Cardo Freecom 4+
communication system
For small motorbike groups of up to 4 bikers, Cardo *Freecom 4+* offer genuine 4-way bike-to-bike intercom with a range of up to 1.2 km (depending on the terrain or road). It makes every trip even more fun because you can chat as you ride and share your impressions with the whole group. What's particularly impressive is the sound quality from JBL. In fact, the journey becomes a real acoustic experience.
Network:
- Bluetooth 4.1 four-way, long-range intercom with universal connectivity to any Bluetooth headset
- Permits parallel pairing with two mobile devices, such as GPS sat nav, smartphone, music player etc.
- Device settings and firmware updates via the Cardo Community web platform
- Cardo Connect App (Android/iOS) for controlling and configuring your device on the road
Housing:
- 19 mm slim, waterproof housing (IP67)
- Analog touch panel
- Control wheel with three special function buttons for easy, complete control of the device
Battery:
- 13-hour talk time
- Standby time up to 7 days
Special features:
- Bluetooth device with selected special features as with the Packtalk, including top-notch JBL sound quality
- All functions accessible in a single step via the device, which is permanently ready for voice commands (in German), incl. direct access to "Hey Siri" and "ok Google"
- Volume adapts automatically to speed of travel and ambient noise level
- Noise-cancelling and echo-reducing digital signal processor
- Hi-Fi music streaming from any smartphone or other Bluetooth device
- Rider and passenger can listen to music together.
- FM radio with RDS and six programmable station presets
- Audio multitasking - parallel audio streaming with active intercom connection (Android only)
In the box (duo pack contains two of everything, except instructions):
- Freecom 4+ unit
- Audio kit with clamp/adhesive pad (sound system and speakers developed by JBL)
- Hybrid boom microphone
- Wired microphone
- USB charging cable
- Fittings, installation instructions, quick-start guide

Features

Product details
Bluetooth specification	Bluetooth 4.1
Maximum range between 2 devices	1200 meter
Intercom conferencing (DMC)	No function
Intercom conferencing (Bluetooth)	Up to 4 users
Intercom toggling mode (Bluetooth)	Up to 4 users
Smartphone app for easy operation	iOS and Android
Microphone types	Cable- and hybrid-boom microphone
User interface	Roller-Wheel + 3 buttons
Mounting	Helmet mounting via adhesive pad- or clamp mount
Maximum standby time	7 days
Maximum talk time	13 hours
Weather protection	waterproof
Special Features	-

Overview of product features
Sat nav connectivity
Mobile Phone Connectivity
DMC Intercom technology	–
Driver to passenger intercom
Bike-to-bike intercom
Full-Duplex (intercom)
Hands-Free Profile (HFP)
Headset Profile
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
RDS radio
MP3-Connectivity (via cable)	–
MP3-Connectivity (wireless via A2DP)
Voice Commands
Spoke status announcements	–
Voice controlled (VOX) intercom connection	–
Voice controlled phonecall acceptance/denial
Automatic volume adjustement
Changeable speakers via 3.5mm jack plug
Included handlebar remote control	–
Optional handlebar remote control	–
Software Updates
Use while charging	–
Universal intercom with different brands
Audio Multitasking
NFC compatible	–
Connection with two mobile phones
Music sharing with passenger