BT Cordless Headset H55 Quick Setup And User Manual

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  • Page 1 UK’s best selling phone brand † Quick Set-up and User Guide BT Cordless Headset H55...
  • Page 2 TVs. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 3: Check Box Contents

    Only use the mains power adaptor, cables and rechargeable battery supplied in this box or this product might not work. Any replacement rechargeable battery must be of the same type. BT accepts no responsibility for damage caused to your product if you use any other type of battery.
  • Page 4 Putting it as high as possible can help give you the best signal. IMPORTANT Don’t try to make calls until the headset battery is fully charged. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 5: Install The Battery

    When the headset is not in use , recharge it by mounting it on the headset base. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 6 However, to make a call you will need to connect to a phone first. You can also connect to a computer to make and receive VoIP calls. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 7: Pstn Connection

    ADSL microfilter. page 8 for instructions. For other types of broadband, please check with your provider if a microfilter is required. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 8 Connect another ADSL microfilter telephone cable if required. between the phone and the line splitter. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 9: On Your Phone

    BT Converse the socket on the desk phone corded phone. 2100 or 2300 phone, see page connection cable provided. 45 of the Help section. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 10: Usb Connection

    2. Plug the other end into the USB port on your computer. 3. Wait for your operating system to indicate that it has recognised the headset (by a sound or pop-up window). If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 11 * Calls made from within the UK mainland network are free. Mobile and international call costs may vary. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    ........ 22 To attach an earbud to the headset earpiece ......29 Mute the ringer temporarily ... 22 Over-the-ear hook ......30 Call Waiting ........23 If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 13: In This Guide

    To remove the neck band from the headset ........37 Headset base settings ....38 Corded handset connection switch .. 38 Adjust the desk phone audio switch 38 If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 14: Getting To Know Your Headset

    Flashes quickly when the headset is trying to register to a headset base or telephone base. The battery is dead. No battery is installed. The headset is turned off. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 15: Back Of Headset

    (page 23). clearer calls. Press to mute the ringer in the earpiece when there is an incoming call (page 22). If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 16: Headset Alert Tones

    Three rapid beeps every 20 seconds The headset is not yet registered. Incoming call alert tone. Ringtone Ring back tone. The headset is turning on or off. Three rapid beeps If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 17: Base

    Desk phone audio switch (side of base) Used to adjust the audio if you have connected the headset base to a corded phone (page 38–39). If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 18: Headset Base Light Indicators

    YES/NO in the USB cable when in PC Choose the setting based mode (page 10). on whether you are using a corded handset (page 38). If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 19: Using The Headset

    The light on the Phone button will turn on. To select PC mode, press the PC on the headset base. The light on the PC button will turn on. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 20: Make A Call In Phone Mode

    2. After the call has been answered, press on the headset. Do not hang up the corded handset until you want to end the call. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 21: Answer A Call In Phone Mode

    1. Place the corded handset back on its base and press on the headset or place it back in the headset base. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 22: Adjust The Headset Earpiece Ringer Volume

    This will silence the ringer without disconnecting the call. The next incoming call will ring as normal at the preset volume. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 23: Call Waiting

    VoIP calling software. the Help section on page 47. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 24: Make, Answer Or End A Call In Pc Mode

    Your headset should transmit and receive all audio to and from your VoIP program. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 25: Options During A Call

    30 seconds. 2. To turn mute off, press Mute/Recall. You will hear, “Mute off” and you can speak to your caller again. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 26: Using Multiple Headsets Or Phone Handsets On A Call

    The light on mode by pressing the relevant the headset base of the selected mode will flash button on the headset base. twice every three seconds. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 27: Conference Calls

    Press and hold the Phone button on the headset base until both the PC and Phone buttons flash together. • To end the conference call, press and hang up both calls. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 28 PC call, press the PC button. • To put the PC call on hold and speak to the person on the Phone call, press the Phone button. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 29: Using The Headset Attachments

    Move the earbud around so that the protruding bump on the earbud is pointing towards your mouth when placed on your ear. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 30: Over-The-Ear Hook

    1. Make sure the ear hook ring is positioned as shown in the diagram below before installation. 2. Then, attach the ear hook ring, see page 31 for instructions. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 31: To Attach The Ear Hook To The Headset

    1. Remove any headset attachment connected to the headset earpiece (except the ear bud). 2. Insert the earpiece into the ear hook as shown below. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 32 4. Hook the headset onto the ear you want to use and adjust the angle of the headset until the microphone is pointing towards your mouth as shown below. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 33: To Remove The Ear Hook From The Headset

    (except the earbud). band ring with one hand whenever adjusting the 2. Insert the earpiece into the head band as shown. handset microphone up or down. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 34 4. Adjust the head band to fit your head. Adjust and rotate the angle of the headset until the microphone is pointing towards your mouth as shown in the diagram below. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 35: To Remove The Head Band From The Headset

    Hold the headset with one hand and the head band ring with your other hand. Twist and gently pull the headset until it separates from the head band ring. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 36: Behind-The-Neck Band

    4. Place the neck band around your neck with the padded neck band rings over your ears. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 37: To Remove The Neck Band From The Headset

    Hold the headset with one hand and the neck band ring with your other hand. Twist and gently pull the headset until it separates from the neck band ring. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 38: Headset Base Settings

    Adjust the desk phone audio switch If you have connected your headset to a desk phone you may need to adjust the corded handset audio. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 39 A to F until the dial tone is clear. 3. You can also fine tune the audio levels using the volume control on the headset and the microphone control on the base. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 40: Add And Register A Headset To A Bt Cordless Headset H55

    2. Place the headset in the headset base and let it charge for at least one hour before beginning registration. 3. After charging, remove the headset from the headset base. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 41 To reset the headset, remove it from the headset base and try the registration process again. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 42: De-Registering Headsets

    Mute light is still flashing. (The light flashes for about seven seconds. If the light stops flashing, you will need to start the process again from Step 1. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 43 3. To register the headset(s) to the headset base again, follow the registration instructions on page 40. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 44: Help

    • You may need to purchase a new battery. Call the light on the headset is off while charging’ in this Helpline for a replacement battery on 0800 212 Help section (page 49). 2182*. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 45 Once you have dialled the number, you can the phone line cord and the phone socket. You can press to join the call (page 20). get BT ADSL microfilters from bt.com/shop. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 46 Helpdesk on 0800 218 2182* for further advice. I hear an echo when using the headset • Try adjusting the volume in the base, see page 25. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 47 “Sounds and Audio Devices”. • Make sure the audio settings in your VoIP calling software are set to use your BT Headset. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 48 “Sound Output” device, and then adjust the “Output volume” slider to the desired level. Make sure the “Mute” box is unchecked. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 49 VoIP calling software. • Make sure the headset is sitting properly in the base to charge. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 50 To make use of this facility please go to bt.com/producthelp for a list of compatible lifters. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 51: General Information

    There is a risk of explosion if minimise any risk of interference. incorrect batteries are fitted. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 52: How To Recycle Your Equipment

    • There is a slight chance your product could be damaged by an electrical storm. We recommend that you unplug the power and telephone line cord during an electrical storm. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 53 Prior to returning your product, please read the Help section beginning on page 44 or contact the BT Cordless Headset H55 Helpline on 0800 218 2182*. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 54: Technical Information

    The BT Cordless Headset H55 supports time break recall but not earth loop recall. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp...
  • Page 56 British Telecommunications plc’s respective standard conditions of contract. Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract. BT Cordless Headset H55 (05/13) Issue 1 Printed in China. Designed and produced by The Art & Design Partnership Ltd.

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