Cardo Packtalk Bold
communication system

Review: 3.5 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 Packtalk Bold
communication system
The *Packtalk Bold* communication system from Cardo is a real gem. Up to 15 (!) bikers can be connected and grouped together in a network via the Dual-Core Mesh function. So you can communicate with each other over a distance of up to 8 km (5 miles). The Bluetooth interface, also integrated in the system, has a range of up to 1.6 km, and provides universal connectivity to any Bluetooth headset. What's more the sound quality from JBL is very impressive.
Network:
- Dynamic Mesh Communication (DMC) connects two and up to 15 bikers in a mesh cloud over distances of up to 8 km (5 miles) for the entire group
- 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:
- 26 mm 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:
- Absolute communication world champion for bikers
- Unsurpassed performance, user-friendliness and sound quality
- Top-class sound from JBL
- 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 your speed of travel and the ambient noise level
- Noise-cancelling and echo-reducing digital signal processor
- Hi-Fi music streaming from any smartphone or other Bluetooth devices. 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)
What's included:
- PACKTALK BOLD unit
- Audio kit with clamp/adhesive pad
- Hybrid boom microphone
- JBL sound system and speakers
- USB charging cable, fittings, installation instructions and quick-start guide (duo pack contains two of everything, except instructions).

Features

Product details
Bluetooth specification	Bluetooth 4.1
Maximum range between 2 devices	1.600 meter
Intercom conferencing (DMC)	Up to 15 users
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	Hybrid boom microphone included
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