StarCom1 Faq's

Q  What cable should I use for the Garmin Zumo 550 or Zumo 660 connected to the StarCom Advance or Digital units?

The CAB-66 is fine running into the "phone" port, but only allows mono sound, (but in both speakers), from the Zumo. 

An alternative is the MIC-02, which plugs between the StarCom1 "phone" port and the Zumo "MIC" port,

and the MUS-04, which runs between the Zumo "Audio Out" and  on the StarCom1 Digital "Audio In" port and on the StarCom1 Advance "MUSIC" port.  This provides stereo from the Zumo.

Q What cable do I need to hook up my Radar system?

In most cases, radar detectors use a CAB-35 or CAB-36 plugged into the "AUX" port. 

Q  What about Wind Noise?

Wind noise should not be an issue, so if there is wind noise... check the following:

1) Mic sensitivity should be set to 80% clockwise.

2) Volume should be set to about 25%.

3) Speakers should be directly in line with the ear canal.

4) Microphone should be central to the mouth, pushing onto the lips. (No Air Gap) 

5) If using a Boom Microphone, silver line should face the mouth. (as this is mic input)

        *We also find that the outer foam is not necessary if the mic is correctly positioned and facing the correct direction.*

        **Putting an extra foam on effectively reduces wind input, but pushes the mic further away from the lips.**

The MUS-04 + MIC-02 are 2 cables used as an alternative to the CAB-66 for the Zumo 550 and Zumo 660, giving true stereo sound for music; however, the disadvantage is that the VOX on the StarCom1 unit must be turned off, as mic can not mute music.

The BTM-01 is a Bluetooth Module that will pair up with any of your Bluetooth capable devices, not just your cell phone, but also GPS's and music players.

Q  Do they make an adapter to use my StarCom1 headset on my Harley Davidson/Goldwing?

A  Unfortunately, no... We do not have adaptors between Goldwing/Harley systems and StarCom1 headsets.  This is because the mics on our StarCom1 headsets are electric and the Goldwing/Harley microphones are dynamic, so they are not compatible.

However, we now have special headsets for riders of Goldwings and Harleys who do not use the StarCom1 units. 

Our Goldwing Page: http://www.spoiledbiker.com/starcomgold.html

Our Harley Page: http://www.spoiledbiker.com/starcomharley.html

A Great Review on StarCom1

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-intercoms/starcom/

Subject: Starcom1 Digital scenario and typical questions:

Q. I have an ST1300 and am interested in purchasing the Starcom1 product.  I am assuming that the Starcom1 Digital is the top of the line. Here's what I need it to do.  I have a full face helmet and my rider (pillion) has a 3/4 with shield.  I need the following functionality:

1. Listen to music through my IPod.
2. XM Satellite radio (haven't purchased this part yet). Can this be shared with passenger?
3. My wife wants listen to her IPod independent from mine.
4. Rider to passenger intercom.
5. Rider to rider communications via a CB radio.

Will the StarCom1 Digital do both Rider to Rider and Rider to Passenger with just one kit?
Which kit do I buy?
Where do most folks mount this unit on the ST?
Can I get one set of head phones for full face, SH-004, and one set of SH-006 for my rider's helmet?
Also, what is the digital remote, REM-01, used for?

Answer:

Not a problem! The StarCom1 really is about the best unit available!

No matter what helmets you have, we can usually fit a nice headset to it.  If you or your rider wears ear buds or ear protection, we offer headsets that have speakers and a place to plug in ear buds.

1.   You can both listen to your own iPods, or just listen to yours alone.  This also works the same as XM radio... she can listen to it with you.

3.   Rider to passenger intercom works great!

4.   You can easily mount the StarCom1 in the tail or even in a tank bag, as it is small.

5.   CB also works great, but we have had many issues with other manufacturer CB radios. We only recommend the Midland 75-822, as our cable CAB-21 was designed for this radio.  This will allow bike to bike communications.  We also have a number of new radio kits available for bike to bike communication.

6.   If you order the Digital Kit U, then you can order any headsets you need, even different types.  The cost should be the same.

       The Kit "A" contains one helmet set and the Kit "B" contains 2.  The Kit "U" does not come with helmet sets, but can be purchased separately.

7.  The REM-01 is used so that you can control all functions of the StarCom1 remotely, just in case you put it under a seat and you would hate to have to pull a seat each time an adjustment is made... But if you are planning to put it in a tank bag, then you really won’t need the REM-01.

       "The StarCom1 system is, by far, the best communication system available, giving quality technology at competitive prices.  There are cheaper systems out there, but will they give you all the capabilities StarCom1 can?  You'll also find more expensive systems you can spend your money on, but why?  This system gives you the options of not only rider to pillion communication, but also bike to bike, phone, GPS, radar, MP3/iPod... and they never stop the technology from going forward and providing what our customers are looking for."

Installation Ideas

StarCom1 Advance and Digital units are a great addition to any bike.  It adds music; Driver to passenger communication; It can interface FRMS and CB radios; Radar detectors and GPS (Optional) 

StarCom1 Units can easily be installed on any bike. It takes about the same amount of room as a normal deck of playing cards. Just add a switched 12 Volt DC source and plug in the connectors.  It is that simple.

StarCom1 Units can also be installed in a tank bag using Powerlet. These connectors give you the ability to easily add connectors in and on your tank bag.

Zumo Idea's

The Garmin Zumo is a great addition.  It can add Bluetooth to StarCom1 unit without the need of a StarCom1 Bluetooth module.

With the Garmin Zumo 550 or 660, you can add XM radio (optional XM subscription and an XM antenna would be needed.) To add Garmin Zumo to the StarCom1 Advance, you will need a Starcom1 Navigation/Radar Interface Cable (CAB-66) or a Starcom1 Microphone Cable for Garmin Zumo™ (MIC-02) and a StarCom1 Music System Interface Cable (MUS-04) The difference is the CAB-66 will only allow mono music.

We do recommend a SanDisk 2 GB SD Memory Card.  With the 2GB disk you are able to add MP3 music and listen though your Garmin Zumo.
 

Bike To Bike Communication

Bike to bike communication can easily be done with the use of any Midland Radio that we sell here.

All you need is a StarCom1 Push-To-Talk Handle Bar Switch, (PTT-03), for the driver and a  Starcom1 Two-way Radio Interface Cable,(CAB-02), for the Midland Radio.  You will, however, have to decide if you will be using a CB band radio or a FRMS radio. This usually depends on who you mostly ride with.

IPod

The IPod can easily be installed on the Handle bars using Ram Mounts giving easy access to changing channels and music volume.

The IPod compatible cable is included with every StarCom1 kit.

RAM MOUNT KIT HANDLEBAR MOUNT FOR      IPOD NANO RAM-B-149Z-AP2U

The RAM Cradle is designed to hold the following Apple iPod units:

Apple iPod Nano 1GB (1st Generation)
Apple iPod Nano 2GB (1st & 2nd Generation)
Apple iPod Nano 4GB (1st & 2nd Generation)
Apple iPod Nano 8GB (2nd Generation)

(MORE INFORMATION TO BE ADDED SOON)

Do You have any ideas or pictures you would like to share?

Just email them to sales@spoiledbikercom

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON STARCOM1 TROUBLESHOOTING, GPS AND RADAR APPLICATIONS, THE CABLES AVAILABLE,  AND HOW TO CHOOSE AND INSTALL THEM,  CALL US AT 877-246-7187.

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StarCom1 Headsets Note: The StarCom helmet headsets are designed and built in the UK to a very high specification, these are not available from any other source. Standard kits consists of two low profile speakers and an anti-vibration noise cancelling directional microphone. StarCom1 helmet kits
Full Face Helmets Flip Front Helmets Open Face Helmets Sortie or No Helmets SH-004  Standard full face helmet kit with bud microphone and stereo slim helmet speakers. SH-004 or SH-006   SH-006  Standard Open face helmet kit with boom microphone and stereo slim helmet speakers. SG-045  Neck or Throat microphone with included in ear ear buds or or or or  PP-04   Full face helmet kit with bud microphone and connector to accept in ear stereo speakers, Customer supplied custom earplug speakers or StarCom1 PP-10 plug phones PP-04 or PP-06  PP-06   Open face helmet kit with boom microphone and connector to accept in ear stereo speakers, Customer supplied custom earplug speakers or StarCom1 PP-10 plug phones PRO-002  Stereo ear fit kit with boom microphone, left and right ear plug speaker units. or or or    PP-24   Full face helmet kit with bud microphone, stereo slim helmet speakers, and connector to accept in ear stereo speakers, Customer supplied custom earplug speakers  or StarCom1 PP-10 plug phones PP-24 or PP-26  PP-26  Open face helmet kit with boom microphone, stereo slim helmet speakers, and connector to accept in ear stereo speakers, Customer supplied custom earplug speakers or StarCom1 PP-10 plug phones SH-005  Helmet made for most shorty headsets.
The Speakers are designed for easy fitting into a helmet, they are mounted within a slim line plastic baffle and then in a comfort fit padded mounting disks with a Velcro stick pad. The speakers have a high specification audio response providing both excellent music quality sound and crystal clear speech. The microphones are the most important part of a helmet system, the StarCom1 microphones are virtually immune to background noise, wind noise and mechanical vibration.
Ear PlugPhones   PP-10 Ear plug speakers designed for ear protection, quick fit and comfort.	Harley  headsets	Goldwing headset	Zumo Headset By StarCom1
For any other question please cal 1-877-246-7187