U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator
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UClear HBC 100 Bluetooth Communicator
The World's 1st Boomless mike Helmet Communicator. UClear HBC100 is developed with patented Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Technology to filter out wind noise and ambient noise from the sound that motorcycles produce. Equipped with Class 2 Bluetooth V2.1 technology, UClear allows riders to enjoy Hifi Stereo music with Audio/ Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) and Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) . Using Array microphones technology embedded into the earphones, It eliminates the need of a boom mike which has to be placed near or close to the lips for good communication.
UClear HBC 100 Intercom Features
- Make mobile phone calls
- Listen and wirelessly control your music
- Voice Command call pickup (Say "Pickup" or "Hello")
- Helmet to helmet intercom
- Auto loudness adjustment
- Patented Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology
- Unique wind filtering technique effective up to 238KM/h
- Concealed microphones, does not require boom microphones
- Ruggedized weather resistant design
- Powerful speakers ensure clarity under noisy conditions
- UClear is designed to be splash, rain, dust and snow resistant
- Hassle free installation
DSP Algorithm Features
- Adaptive beam forming technology, noise suppression and echo cancellation
- Intelligent "sweet spot", directed towards speaker's voice
- Detected speech signal enhancement
- Environment and background noise cancellation
Bluetooth profiles supported:
- Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Intercom Profile Kit includes:
Kit includes:
- HBC 100 Control Unit
- 2 Velcro mounted stereo headset speakers with embedded microphones
- Clip style and double sided tape metal mounting brackets
- 100 volt AC charger and USB charging cable
- Optional Audio Kit includes all parts needed to mount the HBC 100 control unit to another helmet (speakers and helmet mounts)
General Specifications
- Talk time: up to 10 hours
- Standby time: Up to 2 weeks
- Battery type: Rechargeable Li-Po
- Charging time: 2 hours
- Bluetooth design: Version 2.1, class 2 (EDR)
- Design type: Rain and snow resistant
- Operating temperature: 14ºF (-10ºC) to 140ºF (60ºC)
U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator
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If you're main interest is music, this ain't the answer...
I was looking for an alternative to the hassle of loss of sound quality of constantly moving earbuds so I read the reviews regarding this unit and I read 98% positive reviews about the unit with regard to music and the ability to hear it clearly. After buying the unit and maticulously installing the speakers in a position in my helmet(Icon alliance threshold)to where it was like holding the speakers right against my ears, I have to be brutally honest and say that I should have listened to the advise of the 2% of people who said that it wasn't worth it. It sounded great when I tried the helmet on after the install, but then I took it for a test run on the freeway and FORGET IT!!!! I couldn't hear ANYTHING but my bike and the wind. This leaves me to conclude one of two things: either I got a defective unit or , everyone who reviewed this thing and said they could hear it good never rides above 40 mph or on the freeway because at 60+ mph YOU WILL NOT HEAR YOUR MUSIC!!! And I'm telling you my speakers lay centered perfectly right up next to my ears. As far as the phone and other communication aspects I can't testify to that because I haven't tried them yet but to me that's irrelevant anyway because as I said my main reason for the purchase was for music. I don't really care about talking on the phone when I ride.....
February 24, 2013
Great features, easy to use
I don't use it as a communicator but the ability to listen to music and answer calls while riding is great. The sound quality is more than enough to hear the music without drowning out the sounds around you such as other cars that I prefer to hear as well. Overall great product and well worth the price.
February 11, 2013
Great product
Works great for streaming music from my phone. The one issue i had was with voice calling. It would not understand who i was trying to call.
January 19, 2013
Great product for the price, best I found
I'm using this for snowboarding and it worked great. I cut a slit in my helmets ear pads and the entire set up took about 5-10 minutes. I just used the included clip and put it on my goggles and it stayed even when hitting the snow hard.
Sound clarity is very good but once inside the helmet it obviously looses a bit of the quality for music but for calls was fine. I used it mostly for music and the buttons are a little hard to push with gloves on but still easier than any other remotes I've worked with using gloves.
It answered calls well and the sound on the calls was great for both me and the people I was talking to.
I did not try the intercom system with another Uclear device but plan to.
The battery lasted for 3 full days of snowboarding so I figure actual play time around 8hrs and still has charge left pretty good.
For $150 this is a great deal and best item of it's kind on the market.
January 3, 2013
Great value for the money
Was alble to have it link up with the system in my BMW. BMW's own unit is around $500 and then it fits into only one helmet, that is another $600. The only issue I have is that the straps for my helmet take up part of the area where the speakers need to go. So the pressure on my ears can be a bit much.
November 19, 2012
Good Value
Good value for cost. My first Bluetooth headset. Clear communication with iPhone. Voice calls are good under 60 MPH. Music sounds good. Two comm is OK. Doesn't have great reception at large distances.
October 22, 2012
Worth your money
I wanted a speaker system that would allow me to lightly listen to music via bluetooth from my Blackberry Bold 9900. Figured i'd try this out. WOW! Worked perfectly. Of course a lot of the sound clarity/quality will depend on your helmet. I have the Scorpian EXO 700 which in itself isn't a quiet helmet. I was a little worried since i wear earplugs, that i wouldn't be able to hear anything, but i was absolutely wrong, heard everything fine. Some complained about the buttons through gloves, i'm no surprised by the complaints, but i found them decent, definitely something you get used to. Awesome product!
October 1, 2012
Not Quite As Good As Expected
Installed in an Arai Corsair.
I have used other motorcycle communications systems, including Chatterbox, as well has rigged up wired headphones with mic and used my mounted phone for calls and music.
My reason for selecting the UClear was to improve phone call and voice command use without taking too much of hit in sound quality.
The sound quality is poor in my opinion. But to be fair, I'm used to using Beats earbuds in the helmet. But listening to music was not worth it. Quality was just not good enough.
Phone calls were a real dissappointement. The other party could not hear me. I could hear them fine. But the "beam" and noise cancelling technology did not work as I had hoped. I have abandoned trying to use the system to make or recieve calls.
For navigation, the system worked fine. The voice instructions from the GPS feature on my phone were clear enough to understand.
I think with a little better speakers and possibly working with the positioning of the mics that it may be possible to use to make calls. I think it may be that the mic pickup is so burried in the helmet cushions that the "beam" may not be picking up my voice.
Controls were easy to access and use, even with gloves on. The system itself worked flawlessly and was easy to pair with my devices. I was not able to try voice commands due to the system not picking up my voice when underway.
I really hated that this product did not work for me as I was really hoping I could do without having to position a mic in the front of my helmet.
September 29, 2012
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will this fit any of my 3 helmets
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State: CA
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
CA NORTH BAY
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I have 3 helmets AVG stealth, Shark, HJC carbon fiber?
Please let me know prior to purchasing
Please let me know prior to purchasing
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Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
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Based on my experience on the install I'd say it can be installed in any full face or open face helmet.Age: 45-54
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Will the speakers fit an HJC RPHA MAX
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State: FL
Rider Type: Moto Newb
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
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The speakers on the U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator are about the size of a half dollar, and are right around 1/4th of an inch thick. The HJC RPHA Max Helmet does not have dedicated cut outs for Bluetooth speakers. You can still mount these speakers inside the helmet, but depending on your head structure and how your ears sit you may feel the speakers pressing up against your ears.For a better idea of what the install situation would be like on the HJC RPHA Max helmet, be sure to check out the video (see 6 minutes and 30 seconds for the section of the video specific about headset installs.)
4 months ago
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Will the transmitter fit in the cavity of a Nolan N102?
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State: NJ
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Cranbury
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I noticed that the transmitter is roughly the same size/shape as the NCom compartment in my helmet. Will it fit in there?
State: NJ
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
4 months, 4 weeks ago
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Rider Type: Road Warrior
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Would this work with Scorpion EXO700?
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Age: 25-34
Gender: male
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The earhole looks too small for the clear bluetooth. If not which one would work better in this price range?
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State: IL
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
7 months ago
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Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
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The Scorpion EXO-700 should offer enough room to mount any type of communication system, including the U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator.7 months ago
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Fit perfectly fine in to mine. There's two spots you can put it, behind the cushion on the side ear padding, or in front of it. I found that in front it touched my ear, and it could make a little discomfort, but behind it was a little quieter. I would try both, and see what suits you best.4 months, 3 weeks ago
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How well would this work on a Scorpion EXO1000?
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The U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator will be perfectly compatible with the Scorpion EXO-1000.8 months ago
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It fits my EXO1100Age: 35-44
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can MP3 or Ipod be plugged in to this?
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No, you cannot plug these type of devices; however, if your devices has Bluetooth connectivity capabilities, you will be able to pair them with the U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator.9 months ago
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No. You will need to connect using bluetooth.Age: 45-54
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bluetooth connect8 months ago
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You could always connect a 3rd party bluetooth transmitter to your mp3 or ipod, but the device itself doesn't have a connection for it9 months ago
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This unit works with any bluetooth device and there is an adapter unit for iPods and MP3 players.9 months ago
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VOX only or PTT /full duplex options?
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Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Denver
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I currently have a Scala team rider set, but am really displeased with the VOX features (they suck) and I understand this to be true of most BT headsets. My current set also "thinks" I am talking when playing music and it stops the music constantly to beep at me.
Does the Uclear have the option to set it up as either a PTT or an always on full duplex intercom? And will it understand the noise coming from its own speakers isn't me talking?
Does the Uclear have the option to set it up as either a PTT or an always on full duplex intercom? And will it understand the noise coming from its own speakers isn't me talking?
State: CO
Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
10 months ago
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Age: 35-44
Gender: male
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The U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator can be used with a PTT or a full duplex communication system from rider to passenger. HBC actually provides a button switch to fix on your bike handlebars to use a PTT communication.For technical issues, we would recommend you contact HBC directly. They can be reached at 208-433-9162.
9 months ago
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The cool thing about this system is that it's not Too smart. It waits for you to hit the function button to voice a command....I.e. you can sing along with the music.Unless there's an in coming phone call, it then will be waiting for you to say "Answer" or "Pick up."
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CAN I PAIR THIS WITH A ZUMO 660
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Yes, you will be able to pair the U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator with your GPS as long as it is Bluetooth compatible.10 months ago
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Yes. If you want to use a phone at the same time you will need to run it through the zumo. I have yet to figure out a way to pair my iPhone and zumo 660 at the same time to the HBC100.Age: 45-54
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I have shoei rf1000, u tink the Bluetooth Fitx on the helmet?
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Yes, the U-Clear HBC100 will mount just fine to your Shoei RF1100.10 months ago
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The question was about an RF1000 - not RF1100. I have the same question.2 months, 2 weeks ago
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I use it on my RF1100 without a problem, easy mount and install9 months ago
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Will the speakers mount properly on my Speed & Strength Helmet?
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Age: 18-24
Gender: male
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I ask because the strap goes up fairly high and is part of the ear canal.
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Age: 18-24
Gender: male
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You may be able to find a solution by fitting them behind the cheekpads, but unless you have a cut-out in the EPS liner fitment will be less than ideal.Age: 25-34
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1 year, 2 months ago
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You will have to check the helmet yourself. If you remove the cheek pads, you can take a look inside the wall of the helmet and see if there's an indent. Most helmet nowadays have circular indents near where the ear would be so that you can install speakers. Some people have also cut into the foam area which I would not recommend.Age: 18-24
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| Product Style | RevZilla SKU ID | Manufacturer Product # | Availability |
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| U-CLEAR HBC100 Bluetooth Communicator | 754483 | NHBC100 | In Stock: Ships within 24 hours |
