Cardo Systems Scala 700 Bluetooth Headset [Retail Packaged]

by Cardo

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.1 x 1.1 x 0.9 inches ; 0.5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000HD79J0
• Item model number: SCALA700
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (151 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #82,269 in Cell Phones & Accessories (See Top 100 in Cell Phones & Accessories)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

The new scala-700 headset offers the best of all worlds: light-weight and stylish, yet feature rich and user friendly. It includes all of the advanced features one would expect in a Bluetooth® headset, such as voice dial and re-dial, call waiting, conference calling, call reject, and wind and noise reduction, plus unique features that set it apart from other headsets

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

59 of 61 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent pick, September 30, 2006

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B. Trombley (Cupertino, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cardo Systems Scala 700 Bluetooth Headset [Retail Packaged] (Wireless Phone Accessory)

This review focuses on a Scala 700 with a Treo 700p. I've previously used and returned a Jabra JX10 (callers complained of background noise) and a Plantronics 510 (it couldn't maintain a connection with the Treo).

This is the winner of the three. It paired immediately, and it doesn't lose the connection with the (notoriously finicky) Treo 700p. If I walk away with the phone and later return them together again, the Scala usually reconnects automatically. If it doesn't, a tap on the side of the Scala reconnects them in about 1-2 seconds. Ditto if I turn off the Scala then turn it back on.

It's also comfortable and plenty loud. I found the volume rocker very easy to use. Amazingly, I can use this headset in a convertible at freeway speeds; I can hear the caller and the caller can hear me. That's simply astonishing. It's worked well in light wind so far.

The range seems to mirror other Bluetooth headsets with the usual amount of static if the phone isn't in line of sight. As is common, the headset works best when it is positioned on the same side of your body as the phone.

The Scala 700 can supposedly pair with up to 10 phones and can rapidly switch between two of them. I have not tried this.

Battery life is impressive, and it charges quickly. The phone comes with a wall charger and a USB cable charger. Note that the plug on the Scala uses a custom connection, so you cannot use a standard USB to mini USB cable to charge it.

It also comes with a small belt loop to hold the unit when not in use. I've found that it's small enough to simply put in my pocket. There's also a feature that helps you find it when it's lost. Place a call and then rapidly move your phone's volume up and down. This causes the Scala to vibrate and make a noise. It's useful if you misplace your headset.

All in all, I'm very pleased.

Pros:
- Pairs quickly, stays paired, re-pairs automatically
- Plenty loud
- Decent range
- Pairs with multiple phones
- Good battery life
- Helps you find it when misplaced
- Excellent price

Cons:
- Not as small as JX10 and others

I hope you found this review helpful.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So far - the best bluetooth value out there, November 30, 2006

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ccpff (Wayne, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cardo Systems Scala 700 Bluetooth Headset [Retail Packaged] (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I have tried way too many bluetooth headsets (Motorola, Plantronics, IO Gear, Logitech, Jabra) and found most to be disappointing. IMHO, the Scala 700 right now is the best bang for the buck. This is my second product from Cardo Scala - the first being the 500, which was also a great headset. The 500 had great sound on both ends and was more than loud enough. Most other headsets suffer from earpiece volume that is just not loud enough. Also the lack of noise cancellation and wind noise reduction on the other headsets made them only useful in the office or a quiet car. The Scala 700 windguard technology is not perfect - but performs much better than anything else I have tried. The 700 is about 1/3 smaller than the 500 and performs just as well in every aspect. The buttons and controls are easy to use and intuitive. It takes a little tweaking to adjust the headset for a comfortable fit, but after some bending and shaping of the earpiece, the headset was very stable and comfortable. For the price, this is a very good option.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm impressed so far, March 3, 2007

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Joel Dauteuil (Burlington, VT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cardo Systems Scala 700 Bluetooth Headset [Retail Packaged] (Wireless Phone Accessory)

I bought this for my Treo 650 and so far I'm very impressed. Battery life is great (about 10 hours), charges very quickly, and it's literally so light you forget you're wearing it. I also appreciate the addition of a PC USB charge cable for travelling lighter. Very nice addition for this price.

I've only had it for a week and it is holding up well (you get a padded velcro carrying case too) but my initial impression, to be honest, was that it seemed a little too fragile - again it's very small and light. So I've been skeptical but we'll see how it goes and if I have to return it I'll modify my review.

Pairing it up with the Treo 650 was fast and simple. It rings about 1 second after the phone rings also. The volume control on the unit is easy to use and can be turned up very loud. No complaints on the sound quality from anyone - my wife says it sounds a little like I'm on speakerphone but it's clear and understandable.

Update: I had a chance to hear my wife using the headset finally and I'm very impressed - I think this headset is a keeper. There's virtually no background noise. I couldn't even tell that she was driving in the car. Absolutely amazing background noise cancellation.

Update #2: This battery lasts forever - very impressed - and you really forget you're wearing this thing - it's that small and light!