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  • Page 1 Bluetooth Wireless Headset User Manual (GBE201) ®...
  • Page 2 G3/G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3 Enjoy true hands-free freedom with the IOGEAR Wireless Bluetooth Headset. This ultra-lightweight headset enables you to wirelessly use your Bluetooth cell phone, ending messy and potentially dangerous wire tangles. The IOGEAR Bluetooth Headset will clearly transmit all your phone calls wirelessly to your phone via Bluetooth radio technology.
  • Page 4 Welcome The GBE201 follows the Bluetooth 1.1 specification and supports the headset and hands-free profile. The Bluetooth headset also comes with a USB charger cable to make it convenient for mobile users to charge the unit while on the road.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Package Contents Features ○ ○ ○ System Requirements Introduction ○ ○ Pairing to Bluetooth Phone How to use headset · Making a call ○ · Ending a call ○ · Answering a call Connecting Headset to PC/laptop ○ ○ FAQ/Troubleshooting Specification ○...

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Package Contents 1 Bluetooth headset 1 Ear hook 1 Neck strap 1 Power adapter 1 USB charging cable 1 User manual 1 Warranty/Registration card...

  • Page 7: Features

    • Hands-free communications via your Bluetooth cell phone • Use headset on your PC/Laptop to make calls using programs like Skype, MSN messenger, etc. • Compatible with Bluetooth 1.1 specifications • Support both Headset profile and Hands-free profile • Easy operation and comfortable wear •...
  • Page 8 Requirements Bluetooth cell phone with either Headset profile or Hands-free profile...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Multi-function – used to turn headset ON/OFF, set it in discovery mode for pairing, and answer/terminating calls Volume up – increase the volume on the headset Volume down – decrease the volume on the headset Power jack – insert power cable to charge internal battery LED window –...
  • Page 10 Introduction...
  • Page 11 LED Indicator lights Blue LED: • Flashes approximately every six (6) seconds when the headset is ON (standby mode) • Flashes very rapidly when in discovery mode to pair with your Bluetooth phone Red LED: • Remains ON while headset is charging and also when in discovery mode •...
  • Page 12 Introduction Turn ON the headset Press and hold the multi-function button for about six (6) seconds; the blue LED will flash quickly four (4) times. Thereafter, it will flash once every six seconds. Turn OFF the headset Press and hold the multi-function button for about three (3) seconds;...
  • Page 13 Charging the Battery You must charge the internal battery of the Bluetooth headset before your first use. Thereafter, the red LED will flash when the battery is low and emit a warning sound. To charge the battery, follow the procedure below:...
  • Page 14 Introduction Attaching ear hook (for right ear wearing) Position the headset with the speaker pointing inward (see image on the next page) Position the ear hook with the clip-on facing down Snap the ear hook onto the neck of the speaker TIP: To use the headset on the left ear, follow the steps as above, except that on #1, position the headset with the speaker pointing outward.
  • Page 15 Introduction...

  • Page 16: Pairing To Bluetooth Phone

    Pairing to Bluetooth Phone Pairing Procedure Pairing is a Bluetooth function that enables Bluetooth devices to remain permanently linked to each other. By pairing devices, you only need to authenticate and authorize communication between your devices once. During the pairing procedure, a PIN code is required for secure authentication.
  • Page 17 To pair the IOGEAR Bluetooth headset with your Bluetooth phone, follow the procedure below: Make sure that the IOGEAR Bluetooth headset is OFF. Press and hold the multi-function button for about nine (9) seconds; the red LED will turn ON and the blue LED will start rapidly flashing;...
  • Page 18 Follow your cell phone’s instructions to search for Bluetooth devices. The IOGEAR Bluetooth headset will show up as “IOGEAR BT Headset.” If the headset is not found on your first attempt, try again as it may take a few tries the first time you search for the device.
  • Page 19 Now, click on “New paired device” – this will start searching for the Bluetooth headset The headset will be displayed as “IOGEAR BT Headset” Select the headset and when prompted for a Passcode/PIN, enter “1234” 4. You are now paired to the IOGEAR Bluetooth headset! Pairing to Bluetooth Phone...
  • Page 20 Pairing to Bluetooth Phone Example 2 – Sony Ericsson T616 Make sure that the IOGEAR Bluetooth headset is OFF. Set the Bluetooth headset in pairing mode as indicated in the pairing procedure. Ericsson T616 pairing procedure: Access the main menu Select the “Connect”...

  • Page 21: How To Use Headset

    Before proceeding, please check the following: First, make sure that you have already paired the Bluetooth headset with your cell phone. Otherwise, you will be prompted to authorize the connection every time the Bluetooth headset communicates with your phone. Please refer to the section “Pairing to Bluetooth Phone”...
  • Page 22 Bluetooth headset; simply click Yes/OK. If you still cannot get your phone to transfer calls to the Bluetooth headset, we suggest you to consult your cell phone’s user manual for instructions on configuring...

  • Page 23: Ending A Call

    Ending a call If you wish to terminate a call while using the Bluetooth headset, please do the following: Press the multi-function button once to hang up You should now hear a beep sound from the headset indicating call has terminated Alternatively, you can terminate the phone call in the usual way using your cell phone’s keypads.
  • Page 24 How to Use Headset Redial a number If you wish to redial the last number using the Bluetooth headset, please follow the procedure below: Press and hold any of the volume buttons (volume up or volume down) for approximately 3-5 seconds.

  • Page 25: Answering A Call

    Before proceeding, make sure you have already paired your Bluetooth phone and headset. Put on the Bluetooth headset (make sure that it’s turned on). When you hear the ring tone on the headset, simply press the multi-function button once to pick up the call.
  • Page 26 How to Use Headset Reject a call To reject a call using the headset, do the following: You will hear the ringing tone on your Bluetooth headset Press and hold the multi-function button for 3 seconds until your phone stops ringing...
  • Page 27 Connecting Headset to PC/laptp The IOGEAR Bluetooth headset can also be used on your PC/ Laptop. Why would you want to use your headset on your computer? The answer is simple: • Voice Over IP Please note that in order for this to work, the Bluetooth software on your PC/Laptop, must support the Headset profile.

  • Page 28: Connecting Headset To Pc/Laptop

    Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop Open My Bluetooth Places and click on Search for devices in range . The headset will be displayed as “IOGEAR BT Headset”...
  • Page 29 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop Right-click on the icon representing the IOGEAR headset, and select “Pair Device.” When prompted for a PIN code, enter “1234”...
  • Page 30 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop To access the services offered by the headset, double-click the IOGEAR headset icon. Now, right click on the icon displayed below and select “Connect Headset.”...
  • Page 31 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop Upon successful connection, the icon will turn green and it will say “connected” as shown below. Also note that the Bluetooth icon on your tray bar will turn green.
  • Page 32 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop If you hear a long-beep sound on the headset, click the multi- function button once to transfer the audio on your computer to the headset.
  • Page 33 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop Voice Over IP With Voice-Over-IP programs, you can use your Internet connection to make calls to your family/friends over the Internet. Examples of these are chat programs that let you have voice conversations such as MSN messenger, yahoo messenger, etc. The instructions below are provided as an example, but they should work for most Voice- Over-IP programs, with minor configuration necessary.
  • Page 34 Before proceeding, you need to check that your Bluetooth software has properly installed all Audio drivers necessary; otherwise, you will not be able to use the Bluetooth headset as an audio device. To verify this, go to Control Panel and look under Sound, video and game controllers , as shown below.
  • Page 35 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop...
  • Page 36 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop SKYPE Configure software Before you can use the Bluetooth headset with your Voice-Over-IP program, you need to first specify the headset as the source for Audio-IN and Audio-OUT. First, click on the File menu and select Options...
  • Page 37 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop Now go to the Hand/ Headsets tab. As you see below, the sound device specified is the Windows default device (most likely your PC/ Laptop speakers).
  • Page 38 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop Click on each of the menu options and select Bluetooth Audio and then click Save. NOTE: The name of the audio device shown here is what was displayed in Control Panel under the Sound, video and game controllers section.
  • Page 39 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop You should now be able to use the IOGEAR Bluetooth headset as your audio device with your Voice-Over-IP software. If you encounter any problems, please consult your software documentation.
  • Page 40 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop MSN Messenger Voice chat Configure software Before you can use the Bluetooth headset with your Voice-Over-IP program, you need to first specify the headset as the source for Audio-IN and Audio-OUT. First, click on the Tools menu and select Audio Tuning Wizard...
  • Page 41 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop When prompted to specify your Audio device, make sure to select Bluetooth Audio, and then click Next. NOTE: The name of the audio device shown here is what was displayed in Control Panel under the Sound, video and game controllers section.
  • Page 42 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop Once the wizard has completed, click on Actions > Start a Voice Conversation, and select the person you want to invite to your conversation.
  • Page 43 Connecting Headset to PC/Laptop 4. You are done!

  • Page 44: Faq/Troubleshooting

    LED must be blinking and red LED must be ON. Q2. Why won’t my Bluetooth headset turn on? Before you can use the IOGEAR Bluetooth headset, you must fully charge it for at least 2.5 hours.
  • Page 45 Q4. How do I use the USB charging cable? Simply connect the USB charging cable to an available USB port on your computer to charge the IOGEAR Bluetooth headset. Make sure that your computer is turned ON so that it provides power to the headset. Please note that if you connect the charging cable to a USB non-powered hub, the headset may not receive enough power to charge.

  • Page 46: Specification

    Specifications...

  • Page 47: Technical Support

    TIL has answers to many common questions and problems that may already have solutions available. IOGEAR Service & Support can be reached from 8am to 5pm (PST) Monday through Friday, or at the following address: 23 Hubble Drive, Irvine, CA 92618...
  • Page 48 Technical Support 866-9-IOGEAR (866-946-4327) (Press “4” for Technical Support) You may also e-mail us 24-hours a day, 7 days a week by sending your inquiry to: support@iogear.com. Please Note: We will generally respond to your inquiry within 24-48 hours; however, due to increasing demand for pre-sales and technical information for our products, response times can and may fluctuate.

  • Page 49: Radio & Tv Interference Statement

    Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communica- tions. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial...

  • Page 50: Warranty

    Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
  • Page 51 Warranty The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions, or updates. For further inquires please contact your direct vendor.

  • Page 52: Contact Info

    ® Contact info. 23 Hubble • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P)949.453.8782 • (F)949.453.8785 • www.iogear.com...

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