Digital Wireless Headset ® User’s Manual Models: 5000, 5500...
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Ear hook Volume control (+) (*switch feature) SIDE button Volume control (-) (*switch feature) PINCH button Dual microphone array * See “Switching Volume Control Buttons” on page 11. Ear tip Ear tip BACK VIEW Charging port / Audio input port (Model 5500) TOP VIEW...
Powerful acoustic processing in a wireless headset! Congratulations on your purchase of an nXZEN™ headset – the most technically advanced hands-free wireless headset in the world. Your nXZEN headset delivers the clearest voice quality, even in noisy traveling conditions. Your nXZEN headset contains the most powerful Digital Signal Processor (DSP) available in any Bluetooth®...
Contents Powerful acoustic processing in a wireless headset! ... 3 FrontWave™ Technology – the “cocoon of quality” around your voice ... 3 Quick Start Wearing Your Headset With the Ear Hook... 8 Wearing Your Headset Without the Ear Hook... 8 Charging the nXZEN Headset...
Quick Start The headset can be worn on either ear. Rotate the ear hook to wear the headset on the left or right ear. The volume control buttons can be switched so that the volume (+) button is always the top button. See “Switching Volume Control Buttons” on page 11. To change the ear tip, see “Changing the Ear Tip”...
Wearing Your Headset With the Ear Hook 1. Loop the ear hook behind your ear. 2. Press the headset's ear tip into your ear until you have a snug fit. 3. Point the headset's microphones toward your mouth. Wearing Your Headset Without the Ear Hook 1.
Charging the nXZEN Headset Before use, charge the headset using the supplied charger. The headset contains a rechargeable battery. 1. Turn the headset off. 2. Connect the charger to the headset. 3. Connect the charger to the electrical wall outlet. The light indicator turns on during charging.
Turning the Headset On and Off To Turn the nXZEN Headset On Press and hold the SIDE button until 2 quick flashes of blue light occur, followed by a 3-second flash. A series of ascending tones (low to high) can be heard from your headset.
To Decrease Volume Press and release the volume control (-) button for slight volume decrease. Press and hold down the volume control (-) button for continuous decrease. You will hear a single beep on your headset when you have reached the top or bottom of the volume range.
Pairing the Headset and Multiple Pairings 1. Turn the headset on. 2. Press and hold the PINCH button until you hear 4 beeps or see 4 flashes, then release the button. The blue light indicator is on when the headset is in pairing mode.
If you encounter difficulties pairing the headset with your mobile phone, visit our website zen.gennum.com or consult your dealer. Switching Between Previously Paired Devices Your headset can be paired with up to 3 Bluetooth phones or devices but connected to only one phone or device at a time.
Changing the Ear Tip With one hand, firmly grasp the end of the ear tip between your thumb and index finger. With the other hand, grasp the body of the headset. Remove the ear tip with a gentle tug. To replace the ear tip, reverse this procedure by aligning the hole in the ear tip and pushing it on the ear piece end until it is firmly seated in position.
Answering a Call You may hear a series of ring tones from your headset when a call is incoming. To Answer a Call Briefly press and release the SIDE button Press and release the PINCH button after 1 beep. Making a Call To Make a Call Dial the number you are calling on your phone's keypad and the call automatically transfers to the headset.
Headset Not Connected to Mobile Phone (No Headset Icon): You can transfer the call to your headset at any time. Press and hold the PINCH button until you hear 1 beep, then immediately release the button. It may take a few seconds to transfer, depending on your cell phone model.
Muting and Un-Muting the Microphone While on an Active Call To Mute the Call Briefly press and release the PINCH button. A single beep followed by periodic beeps is heard, indicating the headset is muted. To Un-mute the Call Briefly press and release the PINCH button. The periodic beeps heard from your headset stops, indicating that the call has been un-muted.
Transferring the Call between Mobile Phone and Headset (This function only works in Hands-Free Profile) To Transfer the Call from the Headset to the Phone Press and hold the PINCH button until you hear 1 beep, then immediately release the button. To Transfer the Call from the Phone to the Headset Press and hold the PINCH button until you hear 1 beep, then immediately release the button.
Stereo Music Audio Input (Model 5500) This feature allows you to listen to stereo music through your headset. On an incoming call, the music will be muted to allow you to hear the ring tones and answer the call. At the end of the call, the music will be un-muted. To Connect Your Music Player Connect the CD or MP3 music player into your headset by using the provided audio interface cable.
Graphic Equalizer (Model 5500) The graphic equalizer allows you to customize the sound you hear in each mode of operation: Stereo Music or Phone. To Use the Graphic Equalizer Install the application and follow the PDF instructions from the provided CD. 20 Advanced Features...
Safety Warnings • This package contains small parts which may be hazardous to children under 3. • Headsets encourage hands-free operation of phones while driving or conduct- ing other activities. You should nonetheless ensure you obey the laws regarding cell-phone use while driving, and give your full attention to the operation of your vehicle.
Gennum, at no charge to you. If Gennum determines that it is not possible to repair or replace the headset, it may, at its sole option, refund the purchase price paid for the headset.
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Your exclusive remedy is repair, replacement or refund as stated herein. In no event shall Gennum's liabilities exceed the cost of correcting defects as provided herein and any such liabilities will terminate upon expiration of the warranty period.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Please refer to the zen.gennum.com website for more information. Industry Canada Notice This device contains IC: 6022A-GR2316 which complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
EU Notice DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY In accordance with Annex IV of the EU directive 1999/5/EC, Gennum Corporation declares under our responsibility that the product: Type: Intended Purpose: Equipment Class: complies with the appropriate essential requirements of the Article 3 of the R&TTE and the other relevant provisions, when used for its intended purpose.
Gennum Contact Information To download the latest version of this manual or to contact our Customer Support Centre please visit our website at nxzen.com Corporate Address: Gennum Corporation 970 Fraser Drive, Burlington, Ontario, Canada L7L 5P5 www.gennum.com...
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Trademarks™ and Registered Trademarks® The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Gennum Corporation is under license. The nXZEN and FrontWave Extreme trademarks are owned by Gennum Corporation.
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