HP Bluetooth Pendant Headphones User Manual

HP Bluetooth Pendant Headphones
User Guide
© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
Windows and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license.
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: February 2008
Document Part Number: 463440-001
Table of contents
1 Introduction
Identifying accessory kit contents ......................................................................................................... 2
Before you begin .................................................................................................................................. 3
2 Identifying components
Bluetooth audio adapter components (select models only) .................................................................. 5
Bluetooth receiver components ............................................................................................................ 6
3 Charging the Bluetooth audio adapter and Bluetooth receiver
4 Using the earbuds with the Bluetooth audio adapter (select models only)
5 Using the headphones with a Bluetooth-enabled computer
Pairing using Windows Vista .............................................................................................................. 15
Pairing using Windows XP ................................................................................................................. 17
6 Using the audio line-in cable with other audio devices (select models only)
7 Terminating the headphone wireless connection
Terminating a wireless connection with the Bluetooth audio adapter ................................................ 23
Terminating a wireless connection with a Bluetooth-enabled computer ............................................ 25
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 26
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1 Introduction

HP Bluetooth® Pendant Headphones allow you to wirelessly connect to an audio device.
SRS WOW Audio Technology (available with a WOW-enabled Bluetooth connection) features bass enhancement, virtual surround sound, and innovative “center control” that dramatically enhances your listening experience.
This guide provides steps for connecting the headphones to devices that are equipped with an audio­out (headphone) jack or Bluetooth support. Examples of these devices include the following:
Computer (notebooks and desktops)
Mobile phone
MP3 player
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Identifying accessory kit contents

In addition to the Quick Setup poster and the documentation CD, the following items are included in the headphone accessory kit.
NOTE: Some components may look slightly different from those pictured here.
Component Component
Earbuds (5) Audio line-in cable
(1)
(2) Bluetooth audio adapter (select models only) (6) AC adapter (select models only)
(3) Bluetooth receiver (7) Cable management clip
(4) Dual-head USB charging cable (8) Travel pouch
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Before you begin

Before you set up your headphones, read this section to determine which connection is the most appropriate for your computer or audio device.
This guide provides procedures for the following tasks:
Charging the headphones.
Connecting audio in the following ways:
With the HP Bluetooth audio adapter (select models only)—You can wirelessly connect
the headphones to the Bluetooth audio adapter when the adapter is inserted into the audio­out (headphone) jack of your device. For instructions on using this type of connection, refer to Chapter 4, “Using the earbuds with the Bluetooth audio adapter (select models only).”
With a Bluetooth-enabled computer—You can wirelessly connect the headphones to a
Bluetooth-enabled computer. For instructions on using this type of connection, refer to Chapter 5, “Using the headphones with a Bluetooth-enabled computer.”
With the audio line-in cable (select models only)— You can connect two non-Bluetooth
audio devices with the audio line-in cable to communicate with each other. For instructions on using this type of connection, refer to Chapter 6, “Using the audio line-in cable with other audio devices (select models only).”
NOTE: If you do not have a Bluetooth-enabled device but would like to add Bluetooth capability,
use an HP Bluetooth audio adapter for best results. Third-party Bluetooth adapters may work, but they may not be supported.
NOTE: If you purchased the HP Bluetooth Pendant Headphones with a Bluetooth computer, you
will not need an adapter to connect your headphones. Refer to Chapter 5 for information on connecting your headphones.
If you purchased the HP Bluetooth Pendant Headphones as an accessory kit, you can use the Bluetooth audio adapter for additional connections.
Terminating the headphone wireless connection.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on the earbuds.
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. These notices are located on the HP Bluetooth Pendant Headphones Accessory User Guides disc and in Help and Support.
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2 Identifying components

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Bluetooth audio adapter components (select models only)

Component Description
(1) Adapter status light A blinking blue light can indicate any one of the following power states:
Power: The audio adapter is turned on and the light blinks fast 3 times.
Standby mode: After the audio adapter is turned on, the headphones
go into standby mode and the light blinks slowly until the headphones are successfully paired with the audio device.
Pairing: After you press and hold the multifunction button for
3 seconds, the light blinks faster until the headphones successfully pair with the audio device.
Paired: After the headphones successfully pair with the audio device,
the light blinks slowly.
A red light indicates one of the following charging states:
Red: The audio adapter is charging.
Blinking red: The battery is low.
Off: The audio adapter is fully charged.
(2) Multifunction button
(3) Audio-out (headphone) connector Connects the Bluetooth audio adapter to the audio-out (headphone) jack.
When the audio adapter is off, press and hold the button for 3 seconds
to turn on the audio adapter and begin pairing.
When the audio adapter is on, press and hold the button for 3 seconds
to turn off the audio adapter and deactivate Bluetooth.
NOTE: The audio adapter beeps to indicate that it is turned on and paired
with an audio device.
(4) Mini-USB port Connects a mini-USB cable to charge the audio adapter.
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Bluetooth receiver components

Component Description
(1) Mini-USB port Connects a mini-USB cable to charge the receiver.
(2) Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects the audio line-in cable.
(3) Volume up button Increases headphone volume.
(4) Next/fast forward button Plays the next track of a CD or the next chapter of a DVD.
NOTE: This button only works when connected to a Bluetooth-enabled
computer.
(5) Charging light
(6) Volume down button Decreases headphone volume.
(7) Receiver status light
Red: The receiver is charging.
Blinking red: The battery is low.
Off: The battery is fully charged.
A blinking blue light can indicate any one of the following states:
Power: The receiver is turned on and the light blinks fast 3 times.
Standby mode: After the receiver is turned on, the headphones
go into standby mode and the light blinks slowly until the headphones are successfully paired with the audio device.
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