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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    HOW THE HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE WORKS..............9 2. INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE AND BLUETOOTH USB DONGLE........... 11 INSTALLING BLUEANT BROWSER................12 USING THE BLUEANT BROWSER ................13 INSTALLING BLUEPC BLUETOOTH SOFTWARE..............14 INSTALLING THE BLUETOOTH USB DONGLE..............18 3. PAIRING THE HEADPHONES USING BLUETOOTH TECHONOLOGY..........23 PAIRING AND CONNECTING TO BLUETOOTH DEVICES............
  • Page 4 USING THE HEADPHONES FOR VOICE CHATTING VIA ONLINE MESSENGER..........40 6. USING AS A PORTABLE MP3 & WMA AUDIO PLAYER WITH 128MB STORAGE ......49 USING THE HEADPHONES WITH BLUEANT BROWSER ..............50 USING THE HEADPHONES AS A STANDALONE MUSIC PLAYER............57 VOLUME / AUDIO QUALITY / HOLD FUNCTION ..............59 7.
  • Page 5 12. SERVICE, SUPPORT & QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ..............87 SOFTWARE SUPPORT ..................88 WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS................89 CUSTOMER SUPPORT ..................90 PLACING A SERVICE CALL WITH BLUEANT WIRELESS............90 SPECIFICATIONS ..................91 LED INDICATOR CHART ................... 92 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ................. 93...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    GETTIN G STARTED GETTING STARTED...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Bluetooth electronic devices may cause damage to your ears. may be prohibited. Use of non-BLUEANT batteries may result in Do not expose components to the extremes of damage, performance degradation, injury, sunlight, temperature, moisture or vibrations electric shock and even fire and may render your warranty void.

  • Page 9: Whats Included In The Package

    WHATS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE? Bluetooth USB Dongle Travel Case Blueant Bluetooth Stereo Headphones (OBH-0100) USB Extension Cable Battery Packs x 2 AC/DC Adapter Software CD Battery Charger...

  • Page 10: Description Of Buttons And Controls

    Description of Buttons and Controls Charger Indicator Lamp Battery Pack Neckband “Vol Up” Button “Connect” Button LED Lamp Microphone “Play” Button Charger Contact “Vol Down” Button Battery Ejector Battery Ejector...

  • Page 11: Wearing The Headphones / Using The Headphones Travel Case

    Wearing the Headphones / Using the Headphones Travel Case Place the Headphones so that the neckband When not in use, fold the Headphones carefully goes behind the head and the microphone is and place it inside the case. positioned on the right ear. Fit the headphones so that your ears slip between the neckband and the speakers...

  • Page 12: Mounting The Battery / Removing The Battery

    Mounting the battery / Removing the battery The Headphones have no separate Power “On/Off” buttons and power on automatically when battery is mounted. To mount the battery, place the hook of battery into groove of Headphones To remove, press the and bring down the battery such that the terminals of battery and “Battery Ejector”...

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery * Charge the battery for at least 2 hours before using for the first time. To charge the battery, place the hook of battery into the groove of the Press the “Battery Eject” button under the charger and when the terminals of battery and charger are contacting, press charger cradle to release the battery.

  • Page 14: Charger Indicator Lamp

    Charger Indicator Lamp The charger status is indicated by the following colors. * If the charger indicator lamp blinks red, remove and mount Red : Charging in Progress the battery again. If blinking persists, clean the charger Green : Charging completed terminals.

  • Page 15: How The Hardware And Software Works

    Bluetooth USB Dongle - A drag and drop interface means it is easy to add - Facilitates Bluetooth connectivity from PC to songs to the memory inside the headphones. Headphones. - The BLUEANT Headphones are a multi-function...

  • Page 17: Installing The Software And Bluetooth Usb Dongle

    D O N G L E INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE AND BLUETOOTH USB DONGLE INSTALLIN G THE SO F T W A R E A N D B L U E T O O T H U S B...

  • Page 18: Installing Blueant Browser

    Installing BLUEANT Browser 2. Click ‘Next’ to install or Browse to select 1. Browse CD and double click ‘BLUEANT another folder. After installation has completed, Browser Setup.exe’ from program folder. Wait for the BLUEANT Browser icon will appear on BLUEANT Setup to prepare the InstallShield desktop.

  • Page 19: Using The Blueant Browser

    Using the BLUEANT Browser The ‘BLUEANT Browser’ is a program used to connect the BLUEANT Headphones with a PC for various functions listed below including downloading or uploading of music files. Transfer of music files from PC to Headphones and vice versa.

  • Page 20: Installing Bluepc Bluetooth Software

    Installing BluePC Bluetooth software - if any ‘Firewall Software’ or ‘Anti-Virus Program’ present on the PC system is active, ensure that proper privileges are given to all the Before installing the Bluetooth driver, check if your computer supports the following minimum system components of BluePC.
  • Page 21 3. The BluePC InstallShield Wizard will guide you 4. Click Next to install or Browse to select another folder. through the rest of the process. Click ‘Next’ and then ‘Yes’ to continue.
  • Page 22 5. Check if the installation path is correct and click 6. Copying files to designated folder / directory. ‘Next’ to continue or ‘Back’ to change the When ’Driver Signature Notice’ comes up, click installation path. ‘Yes’.
  • Page 23 7. Click Finish to reboot the computer. For proper 8. When the computer is rebooted, the BluePC operation, the computer must be rebooted. Screen will appear and ‘Bluetooth Devices’ icon will be formed on desktop. Click exit.

  • Page 24: Installing The Bluetooth Usb Dongle

    Installing the Bluetooth USB Dongle 1. After installing the Bluetooth driver (BluePC) The ‘BLUEANT’ Bluetooth USB Dongle is a small and the computer has rebooted, insert the wireless device that provides Bluetooth interface Bluetooth USB Dongle into a USB port..
  • Page 25 2. Wait while the driver is being installed. 3. Click ‘Finish’ to end ‘Hardware Wizard’.
  • Page 26 4. If the driver has been installed properly, the the icon does not turn blue when USB dongle is Bluetooth Logo icon in system tray will appear inserted, it means the driver has not been properly blue in colour (as below). installed.
  • Page 27 5. After installing the software has been completed, the icons ‘Bluetooth Devices’ and ‘BLUEANT Browser’ will appear on desktop. WELL DONE! YOU ARE N OW READY TO PAIR THE HEADPHONES TO THE PC USING THE BLUETOOTH CONNECTION.

  • Page 29: Pairing The Headphones Using Bluetooth Techonology

    PAIRIN G TH E HEADPH ON ES USIN G BLU ETOOTH TECH ON OLOGY PAIRING THE HEADPHONES TO YOUR PC USING BLUETOOTH TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 30: Pairing And Connecting To Bluetooth Devices

    Bluetooth devices, when used for the first time, have to be paired and connected. The BLUEANT Bluetooth Headphones can be paired with up to 10 different devices. Pairing is Likewise, the BLUEANT Bluetooth Headphones done just once and not every time a different have to be paired before using with mobile phone device is used.
  • Page 31 Following the instructions, the pairing information To delete all pairing information (unpairing), press will be saved and remain as is for each device ‘Vol Down’ and ‘Play’ buttons together for more and each time new pairing is made with a new than 3 seconds.
  • Page 32 1. To put the BLUEANT Headphones in Pairing Mode, first mount a freshly charged battery. Press ‘Vol Up’ and ‘Connect’ buttons together for more than 2 seconds until a beep tone is heard. The LED will blink once every half second indicating it is in pairing mode.
  • Page 33 4. Double click Search for Devices. Blue PC will 2. Double click ‘Bluetooth Devices’ icon on desktop. search for Bluetooth devices within a 10m radius. 3..Bluetooth Devices Explorer will appear.
  • Page 34 5. The list of searched Bluetooth devices will be 6. Click View and select Details to see more shown. If the device name is not shown in the list, information. double click ‘Search for Devices’ to search again.
  • Page 35 7. The Bluetooth device Type, Status and Address If the Status of BLUEANT Headphones is shown as ‘Not Available’, put the device in Pairing mode once will be shown. again and double click Search for Devices. 8. Double click BLUEANT Headphones.
  • Page 36 9. When Prompted to input password, enter ‘1111’ services available from BLUEANT and click OK. If the cursor does not blink inside the Headphones will be listed. If the list of services box, click the space once. doesn’t appear, double click Obtain Services.
  • Page 37 Remember the COM port setting as it will be needed for connecting the BLUEANT Headphones with BLUEANT Browser. 13. Double click BLUEANT HEADSET to activate For Win XP, while BLUEANT SERIAL PORT is service. being activated, the ‘Properties Box’ screen may appear and disappear several times.
  • Page 38 YOU ARE NOW READY TO STREAM WIRELESS MUSIC FROM YOUR PC TO YOUR BLUEANT HEADPHONES...

  • Page 39: Streaming Stereo Audio From Your Pc Over Bluetooth

    STREAMIN G STREAMING STEREO AUDIO STEREO AU DIO FROM YOU R PC FROM YOUR PC OVER BLUETOOTH OVER BLUETOOTH...

  • Page 40: Direct Music (Mp3, Wma) Streaming

    Direct Music (MP3, WMA) Streaming The BLUEANT Bluetooth Headphones are capable When the BLUEANT Headphones make a stereo of streaming MP3 and WMA music sources directly connection to a computer they automatically take from PC, without having to download the music files.

  • Page 41: Stereo Connection / Disconnection

    When connection had been Connecting to Headphones established, the following message will appear. Click 1. End any connection between BLUEANT Headphones and any other device or program (connection with BLUEANT Browser, connection with other Bluetooth device etc.) before making Stereo Connection.
  • Page 42 Disconnecting 2. When message ‘Disconnected from the Headset / 1. To disconnect, click Bluetooth Logo icon with right Headphone’ shows up, click OK. mouse button and then click ‘Disconnect’ under ‘Listen to Audio’.

  • Page 43: Using The Headphones To Listen To Stereo Audio (Cd, Dvd, Hdd Music, Online Music Etc)

    1. Make a Stereo connection to the Headphones as Using the Headphones to Listen to Stereo Audio (CD, DVD, HDD Music, above. Online Music etc) 2. Open Windows® Media Player or any other media player to play CD Music, Movies or Music stored in HDD or even stream from the web straight to your headphones.
  • Page 44 Watch DVD movies and listen through your BLUEANT Stereo Headphones Note: If music does not play from Headphones even if ‘Stereo Connection for BLUEANT Headphones’ has been made, check the ‘Audio Settings’ in the options of the media player. For Windows® Media Player, go to ‘Tools’, select ‘Option’, select ‘Device Tab’...

  • Page 45: Voice Chatting On-Line

    VOIC E CHATTIN G ON-LINE VOICE CHATTING ON-LINE...

  • Page 46: Voice Connection / Disconnection

    Headphones under ‘Listen to Audio’ menu. For games with voice chatting/commands, you can 2. Right Click Bluetooth Logo icon in system chat using BLUEANT at the same time as using tray and select ‘Listen to Audio’. Three options your existing soundcard for sound effects. E.g.
  • Page 47 From now on, the Headphones are ready to use for voice chatting. Open voice chatting or an internet phone (VoIP) program like NetMeeting. For speaker and microphone functionality tests, the ‘Recorder’ found under Program Accessories Entertainment can be used. Some voice chatting applications or messengers may require user input for ‘Audio Settings’.
  • Page 48 Disconnecting To end ‘Voice Chatting’ select ‘Listen to Audio’ and then click ‘Disconnect’...
  • Page 49 Using the Headphones for Voice 1. Make a Voice Connection as above. Chatting via Online Messenger...
  • Page 50 2. Open Windows® Messenger. For MSN messenger, use version 6.0 or higher. 3. Select ‘Audio Wizard’ from messenger Tools...
  • Page 51 6. Select BluePC - Audio Wave for both speaker and 4. When the Audio Wizard appears, click Next. microphone. Click Next. 5. Click Next again.
  • Page 52 7. Test if speaker and microphone are functioning 8. If both speaker and microphone function properly. properly click Next.
  • Page 53 11. To end ‘Voice Chatting’ select ‘Listen to Audio’ 9. Click Finish to from MSN Messenger, and then click ‘Disconnect’ 10. Right Click on a contact “Start Voice Chat’...

  • Page 55: Using As A Portable Mp3 & Wma Audio Player With 128Mb Storage

    USIN G AS A USING AS A PORTABLE MP3 & PORTABLE MP3 & WMA AUDIO WMA AUDIO PLAYER WITH 128MB PLAYER WITH 128MB STORAGE STORAGE...

  • Page 56: Using The Headphones With Blueant Browser

    2. To connect the Headphones with BLUEANT Using the Headphones with BLUEANT Browser Browser, click ‘connect’ button. 3. When the window ‘Select Com Port for Connection’ appears, select the Com Port Connecting to Headphones number that corresponds to the Headphones indicated in ‘Additional Information’...
  • Page 57 Disconnecting from Headphones 5. When successfully connected, the list of songs stored in the Headphones memory, will be 6. To end the connection between Headphones displayed as shown and all buttons will be seen and BLUEANT Browser, click ‘Disconnect’ as activated. button.
  • Page 58 Downloading Music Files 2. The download status will be indicated as shown below. To download more files, simply 1. To download music files from PC to select the file(s) and drag them to ‘Download’ Headphones, go to the PC folder or directory window or use ‘ADD FILES’...
  • Page 59 Listening to Music To play music files stored in Headphones The ‘BLUEANT Browser’ can be used to memory, double click the file name remotely manipulate the functions of the Headphones song list or check the boxes next to Headphones, such as playing music, adjusting the file names and click ‘Play’...
  • Page 60 Adjusting Audio Quality Uploading Music Files To adjust audio quality, click ‘Tools’ button located Select the file(s) from Headphones file list and at the right most end, select ‘Treble/Bass’ and either drag and drop the files to PC file list or click click Up &...
  • Page 61 Deleting File(s) Creating Folder / Deleting Folder To delete file(s) in Headphones file list, click file To create, delete or rename folder(s) of name with right mouse button and select ‘Delete’. Headphones, click ‘Headset Root’ with right To delete multiple files at once, check the boxes mouse button and select the task to be left to the file names and click ‘Delete’...
  • Page 62 Formatting Memory Upgrading Firmware 1. To upgrade the firmware of the Headphones, To format the memory of Headphones, click click the ‘Tools’ button and select ‘Firmware ‘Tools’ button located at the right most end of the Upgrade’. When a window appears, go to the toolbar and select ‘Format’.

  • Page 63: Using The Headphones As A Standalone Music Player

    Using the Headphones as a Standalone Music Player The Headphones are equipped with 128 MB memory To play next song, press the ‘Play’ button once. to enable storage of music files downloaded from PC. To play previous song, press the ‘Connect’ button The ‘Play’...
  • Page 64 To pause, press ‘Vol Up’ and ‘Vol Down’ buttons t rewind (REW), press and hold ‘Vol Down’ button together. To continue playing, press any button once. in a ong manner. fast forward (FF), press and hold ‘Vol Up’ button in a long manner.

  • Page 65: Volume / Audio Quality / Hold Function

    Pressing the buttons in a buttons shortly. long manner will activate FF (fast forward) or REW Adjusting Audio Quality (fast rewind) functions. The audio quality (bass, treble) of Headphones can only be adjusted when connected to PC via ‘BLUEANT BROWSER’.

  • Page 67: Bluetooth Mobile Phone Handsfree

    BLUETOOTH MOBILE PH ONE 7. BLUETOOTH MOBILE PHONE HANDSFR EE HANDSFREE...

  • Page 68: Pairing Headphones With Mobile Phone

    Make sure your phone is visible to other devices. 3. In your phone, Search for a New Paired device. Phone will now search for devices. 4. Select device BLUEANT Headphones and enter password “1111”. This completes pairing. 5. Select BLUEANT Headphones options and ‘set...

  • Page 69: Using The Headphones To Make A Call

    Using the Headphones to Make a Call mode, press the ‘Connect’ button of Headphones. 1. To make a call, follow the normal procedures of a mobile phone. Make sure the Headphones and mobile 4. Likewise, to talk over the mobile phone while talking phone are in connection mode.

  • Page 70: Using The Headphones To Receive A Call

    Using the Headphones to Receive a slightly longer until a beep sound is heard. Call 5. If the other party ends the call first, the Headphones 1. To be able to receive a call, the Headphones and will automatically enter into standby mode without the mobile phone must be in connection mode.

  • Page 71: Using The Headphones For Other Handsfree Functions

    Using the Headphones for Other Handsfree Functions Redial Function Receiving a Call while Listening to Music Like any wired headset, the Headphones support If a call is being received while listening to music the redialing of the last number called or received. music will stop with a bell tone ringing from the Pressing the ‘Connect’...
  • Page 72 PLEASE NOTE: THE MOBILE PHONES HANDSFREE FUNCTION IS AVAILABLE IN STANDALONE MP3 WMA AUDIO PLAYER MODE ONLY. The function cannot be operated whilst in stereo or voice connection with the PC.

  • Page 73: Portable Data Storage Device

    PORTABLE DATA STORAGE DEVICE PORTABLE DATA STORAGE DEVICE...

  • Page 74: Using The Headphones As A Data Storage Unit

    Using the Headphones as a Data Storage Unit The download status will be indicated as shown The Headphones can be used as Data Storage below. To download more files, simply select the Unit to save files other than music files (MP3, file(s) and drag them to ‘Download’...

  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTIN TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 76 (Select BLUEANT Headphones from the device list in Bluetooth Manager and delete the BLUEANT Headphones. Next on the headphones Delete Pairing info by Clicking Vol-Down and Play together for 3 seconds until the LED flashes.)
  • Page 77 Blueant Headphones Stereo Streaming and Voice Chatting LED does not blink when ‘Vol Down’ and If the Headphones are in connection mode with a mobile phone or PC, the pairing information ‘Play’ buttons are pressed together to delete cannot be deleted. Disconnect the link, then remove and replace the battery and try again.
  • Page 78 Battery and Charger Solution Problem This sound indicates low battery level. Charge the battery or use a fresh battery. A ding/dong sound is heard while playing music Charger indicator lamp does not switch on Remove and mount the battery again. Clean the battery terminals. when battery is mounted Contact the nearest service center if the lamp does not switch on.
  • Page 79 Problem At the same time, click and hold for three seconds Vol Up and Connect to enter pairing mode. Next remove device from devices list in mobile and search for devices again. When BLUEANT Cannot pair and connect BLUEANT Headphones is found Enter Password “1111”.
  • Page 80 Disconnect and reconnect in Browser to re-enable com port. After replacing the battery, BLUEANT Browser does not function properly Check that the BLUEANT Serial Port Service is enabled from the Bluetooth Icon on the desktop. Com Port does not appear in 'Select Com Port for Connection' window.

  • Page 81: Functional Usage Tips

    Functional Usage Tips FUNCTIONAL USAGE TIPS...
  • Page 82 Functional Usage Tips This means that all sound from the computer is sent to the headphones. There are many different parts to the BLUEANT _________________________________________ Headphones so spend some time getting to know BluePc is has many functions on its own. Check the where and what things are.
  • Page 83 Set up a profile in your phone that has moderate Store your favorite MP3 and WMA songs in volume levels for ring tones and keypad clicks to use arranged folders of 128mb ready to upload to the with the Headphones. See your phone manual for headphones.
  • Page 84 Microsoft Outlook. for sound effects and music. _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Check the website at www.blueant.com.au If you have to remove your USB dongle, put it back software updates, support, and information on how same port enhance to avoid re- installing the USB driver.

  • Page 85: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions FAQ’S...

  • Page 86: F.a.q's - Headphones

    The memory used in Headphones is a built-in Q. What if I’m having problems with my type and therefore cannot be extended. BLUEANT Headphones? Refer to the BLUEANT Manual for Installation Q. How can I maximize the available memory and to Troubleshooting for solutions. on the Headphones? Also check the website at www.blueant.com.au...

  • Page 87: F.a.q's - Stereo Streaming

    Remember, you can receive a call while BLUEANT Browser and to BluePc. listening to the MP3/WMA player in the headphones. Q. Can I use my BLUEANT Headphones with Q. Can I stream audio from my Playstation, other USB dongles?

  • Page 88: F.a.q's - Voice Chatting

    Device and Internal Soundcard to Recording device F.A.Q’s - Voice Chatting Q. How far can I stream audio from my Q. How do I use Windows® Messenger or computer? Netmeeting for online chatting? Up to 10 meters without obstructions (free space). The signal may start to degrade from about 5 meters, Refer to the Manual for instructions on connecting.

  • Page 89: F.a.q's - Mobile Phones

    default Sound Playback device to your internal can stream audio to the headphones in mono. sound card. Now you will have voice functions with the headphones and computer speakers for sound How far can I stream handsfree from my effects and music. mobile? The audio quality during handsfree mode F.A.Q’s - Mobile Phones...

  • Page 90: F.a.q's - Buying Music Online (Drm)

    Yes, the BLUEANT Headphones are DRM Once you select the BLUEANT Headphones as a enabled allowing you to select it as a portable device registered device you can upload to it as many times inside Windows®...

  • Page 91: F.a.q's - Blueant Browser

    'Download Schedule' function. Select 'Add File' and browse to copy multiple songs from different folders for downloading to the Headphones. Also, the BLUEANT Browser window can be minimized to the background while performing other tasks on PC.

  • Page 92: F.a.q's - Blue Pc And Bluetooth

    Headphones and BluePc compatible? Q. Can the battery be left on the charger even Yes, Blue PC and the BLUEANT Browser have after the indicator lamp has turned green for been tested and work with XP SP2. For details refer...

  • Page 93: Service, Support & Quick Reference Guide

    SERVICE, SUPPORT & Service, Support & QUIC K REFERENCE QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE GUID E...

  • Page 94: Software Support

    SOFTWARE SUPPORT Firmware Upgrades BluePC Bluetooth Driver and BLUEANT Browser Software Upgrade The Headphones firmware can be upgraded The drivers and programs for BLUEANT Bluetooth wirelessly. Headphones are being improved and upgraded Visit our BLUEANT website www.blueant.com.au continuously. and check for any firmware upgrades.

  • Page 95: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS For a period of 1(one) year from the date of delivery, Blueant Wireless Pty/Ltd warrants that the product is free from defects in materials and workmanship and in conformity with the respective specifications of the product when used in a...

  • Page 96: Customer Support

    If you believe the equipment to have developed a immediately. hardware defect then contact BLUEANT Wireless N.B. BLUEANT Wireless supplies the end user with Support Group customer support for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase.

  • Page 97: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Standards Bluetooth Specification V1.1 compliant Frequency Band 2402 ~ 2480 MHz Tx Power 0.25 ~ 2.5mW (Bluetooth Power Class 2) Rx Sensitivity < -80dBm (PER 1 %) Distance < 10m (open space) Max. 320kbps 11.025, 22.050. 44.100, 48.000kHz Audio Decoding Format Max.

  • Page 98: Led Indicator Chart

    LED INDICATOR CHART Headset Status Lamp Indicator Remarks Blink 2 times : No paired device Power On LED on for 5 seconds, blink 2~4 times Blink 4 times : Paired device existing After pairing with mobile phone or PC Blink 4 times When call is being received Continuous Blink Battery in fully discharged condition...

  • Page 99: Quick Reference Guide

    QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE MP3/WMA Player Control Buttons Bluetooth Control Buttons Play Click & hold Play for 3 seconds Enter Pairing Mode Click & hold Connect & Vol Up together for 3 seconds Stop Click & hold Play for 3 seconds during play Delete All Paired Devices Click &...

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