Blackberry HS-250 User Manual

BlackBerry Universal Headset

HS-250

User Guide and Safety Information

MAT-53173-001 | PRINTSPEC-021 SWD-2019636-1030095234-001 |

Contents
Getting started...................................................................................................................................................................................................	2
Components.......................................................................................................................................................................................................	2
Safety information..............................................................................................................................................................................................	2
Pairing the headset.............................................................................................................................................................................................	3
Using the headset...............................................................................................................................................................................................	3
LED notifications.................................................................................................................................................................................................	5
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................................................................	6
Safety and product information.........................................................................................................................................................................	8
Important safety information.............................................................................................................................................................................	8
Electrical safety..................................................................................................................................................................................................	9
Battery safety and disposal................................................................................................................................................................................	9
Audio safety guidelines......................................................................................................................................................................................	10
Device disposal...................................................................................................................................................................................................	10
Safe use guidelines.............................................................................................................................................................................................	10
Drive safely!........................................................................................................................................................................................................	11
Accessories.........................................................................................................................................................................................................	11
Antenna care......................................................................................................................................................................................................	11
Operating and storage temperatures.................................................................................................................................................................	11
Interference with electronic equipment............................................................................................................................................................	12
Dangerous areas.................................................................................................................................................................................................	12
US Information Concerning the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") Requirements for Hearing Aid Compatibility with Wireless
Devices...............................................................................................................................................................................................................	13
Service................................................................................................................................................................................................................	13
Additional safety guidelines...............................................................................................................................................................................	14
Compliance information.....................................................................................................................................................................................	14
Product information...........................................................................................................................................................................................	17
Legal notice........................................................................................................................................................................................................	18

User Guide and Safety Information

Getting started

Getting started

Components

Safety information

Before you get started, please read the safety and operation instructions in this guide before using the BlackBerry

Universal Headset or any accessories provided with the headset. Keep this guide in a safe place so that you can refer to it whenever you need it.

The headset uses 128-bit encryption software. In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth enabled and wireless devices with encryption software. Check with your local authorities for the restrictions in your area.

> Important: In some countries, regions, states, or provinces there might be restrictions on the use of any mobile devices while driving. You are responsible for knowing and complying with the local laws and regulations in the area that you use the headset.

To find the latest safety and product information, visit www.blackberry.com/go/docs.

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User Guide and Safety Information

Getting started

Pairing the headset

Pair and connect the headset with your BlackBerry device

Before you can use your headset, you need to pair it with your BlackBerry device. When you turn on the headset for the first time, it's already in pairing mode.

1.Slide the power switch on your headset to the On position.

2.On the Home screen of your BlackBerry device, go to the Bluetooth settings.

•For devices running BlackBerry Device Software 7.0 or later, click

Manage Connections icon > Networks and connections > Bluetooth Connections > Turn Bluetooth On > Add New Device > Search.

3.Click BlackBerry HS-250.

4.If you receive a prompt to enter a passkey, type 0000 on your BlackBerry device.

5.Press the key on the keyboard.

If you are disconnected, you can press and hold the Call control button for 5 seconds to turn on pairing mode at any time.

To turn off the prompt that appears on your BlackBerry device when connecting and pairing, press the Menu key > Device Properties and set the Trusted field to Yes. For more information, click the Help icon on the Home screen of your BlackBerry device.

For information about how to pair a third-party Bluetooth enabled device with your headset, see the help that came with that device.

To pair your headset with an additional device, press and hold the Call control button for 5 seconds and complete the pairing procedure above.

Using the headset

Call tasks

You can complete the following call tasks when your headset is paired and connected with your device.

Action	Call control button
Make a call	Press and hold until you hear 1 beep. Say a voice command.
Answer a call	Tap 1 time
Answer a second call	Tap 1 time

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User Guide and Safety Information

Getting started

Action	Call control button
Return to the first call or switch between calls	Press and hold until you hear 1 beep.
Join two calls	Press and hold until you hear 2 beeps.
End a call	Tap 2 times
Turn on mute	Tap 1 time
	When mute is turned on, your headset beeps periodically.
Turn off mute	Tap 1 time
Ignore a call	Tap 2 times
Redial the last phone number	Tap 2 times

Common tasks

Action	Call control button
Turn on pairing mode	Press and hold for 5 seconds.
Cancel pairing mode	Tap 1 time
Clear pairing list	Press and hold for 8 seconds while sliding the power switch to
	the On position.

Voice confirmations

Your headset helps confirm the actions you've completed with short statements (in English) that you hear through your headset.

Action	Voice confirmation
Turned on mute	"Muted"
Turned off mute	"Unmuted"
Switched between 2 calls	"Call swapped"
Redialed a phone number	"Redialing last number"
Ended a call	"Call ended"
Bluetooth® connection is no longer active	"Disconnected"
Battery power level is below 10%	Battery low"

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