Bluetooth hands-free headset
and audio adapter (23 pages)
Summary of Contents for Belkin F8V9017
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™ Bluetooth Hands-Free Headset Experience the freedom of wireless communication For use with mobile phones enabled with Bluetooth ™ technology. User Manual F8V9017...
Table of Contents Important Information for Safe Use ...2 Introduction ...5 Operation Modes ...6 Controls and Functions...7 Operation ...12 Appendix – A ...19 Regulatory Notices ...19 Federal Communications Commission Notices...19 Canadian Notice...20 European Community Notice ...21 Wireless Notice ...22...
Important Information for Safe Use Note: Read this information before using the Bluetooth Hands-Free Headset. To avoid the risk of product malfunction, product damage, or personal injury, take care to observe these safety precautions and always use the Bluetooth Hands-Free Headset according to the instructions for use.
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Important Information for Safe Use (continued) Driving • Check the regulations affecting the use of hands-free devices where you drive. Only use the Headset when and where it is safe to do so. Operation in Special Environments • Medical equipment and hospitals: Due to the risk of interference with medical equipment, do not use the Headset or a mobile phone nearby without permission.
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Important Information for Safe Use (continued) Charging (continued) • Ensure the charger is compatible with the AC supply available before attempting to plug it in. • The charger is for indoor use only. Never expose to liquid or immerse in water, avoid excessive humidity.
Introduction Description The Bluetooth Hands-Free Headset (Headset) is a complete audio headset supporting the Bluetooth headset profile. The Headset is a convenient personal device providing 2- way wireless audio connectivity to other Bluetooth devices such as mobile phones, PDAs, and PCs. The use of the Bluetooth short-range wireless standard ensures interoperation with a wide range of other Bluetooth products.
Operation Modes Operation Modes PIN Code: Keep the 4-digit PIN code information supplied with the Headset in a safe place. It is unique to your Headset. It will be needed for pairing. The Headset supports these modes of operation: • OFF—the Headset is off and cannot receive or make a connection. •...
Controls and Functions LED indicator Volume + Main multifunction button Volume - Microphone Charging connector Shown configured for wearing on the right ear. Keypad • One push button to switch the Headset on/off, to select PAIRING mode, or to initiate or answer a call •...
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Controls and Functions (continued) Key Press Key Press Effect in Current Mode PAIRING STANDBY Short Exit PAIRING Initiate a (more than mode and go call 0.5 sec. to STANDBY and less than 3 sec.) Medium Switch on Exit PAIRING Switch OFF (3–10 and go into mode, reset...
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Controls and Functions (continued) Volume Buttons These buttons allow the user to select a receive-volume from eight levels. A short press is used to increase or decrease volume one step. If the key is kept pressed, the volume is increased or decreased until it is released. A short tone indicates the current volume level.
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Controls and Functions (continued) LED Indicator A red/green LED is used to indicate various functions. LED Color Effect in Current Mode Steady ON Alternate Slow Blinking Flashing Switched STANDBY OFF and on mode and charge, battery low battery low Green Switched STANDBY OFF and on...
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Controls and Functions (continued) Sounds In order to make operation easier, the Headset generates several sounds: Switch-on tone Error tone Switch-off tone Alert tone Pairing tone Mute tone Reset tone Ring tone Confirmation tone...
Operation Operation Refer to the “Important Information for Safe Use” section above for important safety information before use. Charging Before First Use The Headset will not be fully charged when it is unpacked. It is recommended to place it on charge for five hours before first use; the charging section describes how to do this.
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Operation (continued) • Slide the open end of the ear hook onto the ear from the front. It will tend to lock in position with a slight twisting motion. • The ear hook is malleable for further slight adjustment. Switching On 1.
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Operation (continued) Preparing the Headset for Use—Pairing PIN Code: The PIN code for the Headset is preset to 1234. It will be needed for pairing. Before the Headset can communicate, it must be paired to the companion device it will be used with, such as a mobile phone.
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Operation (continued) 4. The LED will alternately flash red/green. 5. Follow instructions for the companion device to pair to the Headset. 6. When prompted on the companion device, enter the PIN code for the Headset. 7. When paired, the Headset will give a short confirmation tone and switch to STANDBY, ready for operation.
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Operation (continued) Initiating a Call • When in STANDBY mode, a short press will initiate a connection to the companion device. • For example, this could be used to initiate a call with a mobile phone. • During a call, when in TALK mode, the microphone may be muted and un-muted by a medium press of the main button.
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Operation (continued) Battery Status The LED will flash in TALK, muted, and STANDBY mode. When the battery has adequate charge, this will be with a green color, changing to red when the battery is low. Charging The Headset is supplied with a charger to recharge the internal battery. Do not attempt to use any other charger and refer to the “Important Information for Safe Use”...
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Operation (continued) • Sometimes, when the Headset is placed on charge with the LED still showing a green color, the LED color may change initially from green to red. This is normal and indicates the Headset is not yet fully charged immediately after connecting the charger.
Regulatory Notices To identify this product, refer to the part or model number on the product label. For customer support and for regulatory issues, contact Belkin at 1-800-2BELKIN. Federal Communications Commission Notices This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix – A • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. We, Belkin Components, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F8V9017 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is...
Appendix – A European Community Notice Hereby, Belkin Corporation declares that this Bluetooth Hands-Free Headset is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Products bearing the CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), EMC...
Appendix – A Wireless Notice In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted. Such restrictions may apply aboard airplanes, in hospitals, near explosives, in hazardous locations, etc. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of this device, please ask for authorization to use it prior to turning it on.
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