Fodsports FX2 Motorbike Intercom Headset, Motorcycle Helmet Bluetooth Intercom with Type-C, Bluetooth Headset Systems with Handsfree, Voice Dial, FM Radio, Stereo Music, Waterproof

 

So the description states this is a:-
FX2 motorbike intercom headset, motorcycle helmet bluetooth intercom with type-C. Bluetooth headset systems with handsfree, voice dial, FM radio, stereo music, waterproof.

There are two different way to attach this to the helmet. Either self adhesive Velcro or screw bracket into place.

You decide if you want it attached left or right. Swoping side at a later date means your going to find additional self adhesive strips.

Once fully charged and attached it’s quick and easy to pair to mobile bluetooth.
Play time then working out which settings you want to use. Press command, voice commands, auto, hands free etc…
We have had something similar before, but this has a clearer sound.

The battery is good so far, the only thing is even tho its type.C charger it’s not a standard type. So we make sure I labeled the wire and it’s kept in a safe place.

So far so good
But I will update this review if needed.

*** Battery:-
* Charging time:- 3 hours
* Standby time:- 300 hours
* Talk time:- 15 hours uninterrupted

*** Support voice command:-
* Short press the function key when in standby to turn on voice command,
* Control functions on the phone by voice.
* 12 Seconds Auto Answer & Hands-Free Calling.

*** 3 Riders connection & 2 Riders Real-Time Intercom:-
* Can connect 3 intercoms,
* 2 intercoms can communicate at same time.

*** Intercom mode:-
* Rider-to- passenger
* Rider-to- rider,

*** Intercom talk range:- 1000m, speed up to 120km/h

*** Details:-
* Brand:- Fodsports
* Connectivity technology:- Wireless
* Water resistance:- Waterproof
* Bluetooth 5.0 technology with CSR Bluetooth,
* Built-in FM radio module
* Supporting:- HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, etc.
* Supports frequency:- 76.0-108mhz
* 12 Seconds auto answer & hands-free calling
* 2 types of microphones:-
* 1 type is hard,
* 1 type is soft,
*** Battery:-
* Charging time:- 3hours
* Talk time:- 15 hours
* Music time:- 15 hours
* Intercom time:- 12 hours
* Standby time:- 300 hours

 

The Fodsports FX2 long distance two way intercom arrived in an attractive box and comes with the little chassis containing all the buttons, 4 silicone buttons for switching the intercom on and off, turning the volume up and down, two indicator lights, red and blue to indicate charge and charging status, and also earphone, and charging ports. The silicon keys feel very good, although I imagine with thick gloves on it may take a bit of care to ensure you depress the right one for correct operation. There is an instant response from depressing the buttons.

A blinking red light indicates charging, and once charged the blue light shines and then the intercom is ready for use.

The FX2 charging port is also the headphone jack, it is a USB-C female port so you can’t use it to talk whilst charging, but why would you want to anyway? The fact that it has an integral lithium battery is in itself a boon, and of course there is an accompanying charging cable with this kit. I like the design of the intercom chassis, it looks quite modern in a grey black colours, with black buttons. The larger black silicone button on the top front of the intercom which operates the intercom itself has a nice click to it when you press it down.

You get all the bits required to affix the intercom to the helmet, and you have the choice as to whether to use the mounting bracket which is easy to setup or to use the accompanying tape. It is recommended to use the bracket rather than the tape and I imagine it’s safer to use the bracket. To affix the intercom you will find velcro, 3M adhesive, screws needed and a screwdriver. It’s comfortable to wear this set because the wiring is hidden out of the way and the speaker is low down away from the neck. The intercom is waterproof and the female USB-C charging and speaker jack port has a rubber cover to keep water out. The intercom has little weight to it so you won’t notice the weight increase much. You get a good quick start guide, and also a more comprehensive set of instructions in a small booklet which shows you how to affix the intercom and operate it. I have so far used it to pair with the bluetooth on my mobile and the sound of music is very clear. It’s got Bluetooth 5.0 so it should be good. I shall use this to communicate with my partner when she is riding pillion so there should be no problem regarding communication with other FX2 intercoms. It also has built in FM radio which I noticed if your hands go near the intercom they act like an aerial as the sound gets a bit louder. It also has built in voice assistant which I have not used as yet. This intercom will connect to two other devices but I doubt that includes other brands. You can also connect this intercom with a GOS and listen to the GPS audio. The fact that you get all this built in technology at a price point of 55.99 is brilliant and for my needs I will obviously need to purchase one other set for my pillion passenger. Yes you can pay more for more uprated models but this is a very good price for this headset. It takes three hours to charge and it is supposed to last twelve hours without a recharge. 5 stars.

 

I ordered this FX2 unit in the hopes of pairing it with a FODSport MX-1 unit but I hadn’t read this listing properly and this particular one doesn’t have the intercom facility that the higher model does, this was my own fault for not reading things fully as usual, lol.
On opening, the main unit is nicely compact which is a good thing when it comes to fitting this into a crash helmet. The actual device is very nicely made and comes complete with everything required for fitting and using it.
When I first received this I put it on charge and in less than an hour it was full so it must have been well charged on arrival. I checked the quality of the audio to compare it with the higher priced unit I already have and this sounds every bit as good, on playing music it was like listening with a full surround HiFi head set on, absolutely brilliant. The only thing missing on this from what’s on the higher model is the pairing facility, everything else seems to be about the same as far as quality goes.
This comes with all of the cables that are required for setting it up, the main ones for use are the charging cable and the microphone and speaker set, the only slight issue is that the USB-C plug that fits into the unit isn’t a standard depth so it might take some finding if the original cables were to get lost or break.
Pairing this to my iPhone was very fast, I just turned on the device by holding the centre button for a few seconds and once on I held the pairing button for about four seconds to get the blue/red lights flashing, my phones bluetooth then picked it up straight away and it was paired. Once paired it works just like any hands free kit for home or a car whereby you can make and receive calls, play music, adjust the volume jump tracks and more all with ease.
I really wasn’t expecting the audio quality to be as good as it is, I’m quite fussy when it comes to my music and this device hasn’t let me down.The bluetooth hands free system and the wireless connection is faultless with a very good range.
Great quality with amazing sound.
Recommended.

 

This is a well packaged device, that presents as well made and thought out.

This model the FX2 is a lower price point Bluetooth device in this range from Fodsports, but out of the box first impression is I actually prefer this from a novice user point of view to a higher price point model I had the chance to handle.
That’s because of the simplicity of the design, and the intuitive way it worked, perhaps a better way of putting that would be the command and control function is like other Bluetooth devices I have used.

You press the main button it turns on, hold for pairing – there are volume controls either side of that, and an intercom button removed at the notch in the “arrow-head” design.
With the headset connected the device talks to you in clear English, confirming it is turning on, off, pairing etc.

The device comes with both a well laid out quick start folding instructions, and a proper manual. Both are well thought out and clearly written.

The headset is designed to be attached to a helmet. The promotional images show both open and closed designs.

The headset attaches by way of sticky 3M pads. The device has a mounting bracket, so it can be attached to the helmet exterior, but removed for charging etc – this bracket can be mounted in the same way – but comes with a recommended set of screws for a positive fix.

3M adhesives work well on a clean dry surface, once. So worth considering before attaching the sticky pads. The pads themselves are loop Velcro, to the Velcro hooks on both on the headset speakers Left and Right and mic x2. Two mics as a choice; so, either a simple wire to mic, or, a mic held on short flexible arm – whichever better suits your needs.
Velcro means one could move this headset to another helmet by finding some similar sticky Velcro loop material should that need arise.

The extent to which the cabling will be hidden will depend on your preferred mounting location and helmet type.

The connection to the device is specific to this product, for example I found a standard USB C cable didn’t fit, an adaptor won’t deliver sound to a set of headphones.
I suspect this is more than simple proprietary connectors, as the connection is tight in order to be waterproof, which is necessary, but that does restrict one to the supplied cables.
The headset connects only one way; wires pointing down.

Sound is clear and the volume comes through as loud and potentially louder.
The device receives calls automatically after 12 seconds, calls can be answered before this or cancelled by the main centre “power” switch.
Voice commanding a mobile phone is supported, so ET can phone home.

Use of buttons with gloves is always an issue, the thicker the mitt, the harder the task, and some practise is always needed to habituate the hand to the commands.
The downside of the simple design of the FX2 is the volume up, “power” and volume down buttons are in a line, differentiated by a taller “power” button in the middle, making hitting the wrong one easier.

The intercom function works well as long as there is line of sight, and is compatible with other Fodsports intercoms.

I found the radio to be as useful as any FM radio search that progresses automatically up or down the frequency range, you get a lot of static before you find your preferred channel.

I haven’t had the opportunity to use the device to the point the battery charge empties, but the advertised usage times of 12-15 hours is very respectable.

In innovative and fairly priced solution to phone and intercom for riders.