LevelOne BLH-1200 User Manual

LevelOne

BLH-1200

Bluetooth Stereo Headset

User Manual

Ver 1.0.0 - 0601

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Stereo Headset

Stereo Headset & Dongle
with Bluetooth wireless technology

Copyright

This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under interna­tional copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material con­tained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.
Copyright 2005
Version 1.0, Dec. 2005

Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no
representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer
reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content
hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes

Trademark Recognition

Bluetooth is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. (Special Interest Group). The Bluetooth trade­mark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. USA.
BlueSoleil is a trademark of IVT Corporation. Winamp is a trademark of Nulsoft Incorporated.
Windows Media Player is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other product names used in this
manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this
equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.

About This Manual

This manual provides information for setting up and configuring the Headset Kit. This manual is
intended for home users

Safety Information

• Only use the supplied travel adapter.

• Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it
will not be in the way of foot traffic.

• Before cleaning the headset or transmitter, disconnect the travel charger.

Conventions Used in this Manual

The following conventions are used in this manual.

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Table of Contents

GETTING STARTED WITH THE HEADSET KIT..................................................... 6

UNPACKING AND CHECKING THE CONTENTS ................................................... 6

HEADSET PARTS............................................................................................................ 7

TRANSMITTER PARTS ................................................................................................. 8

HEADSET STATUS LEDS MAIN FUNCTIONS ......................................................... 9

TRANSMITTER STATUS LEDS MAIN FUNCTIONS............................................... 9

CHARGING THE HEADSET AND TRANSMITTER BATTERIES ....................... 10

CHARGING THE HEADSET WITH THE USB CABLE.......................................... 10

CHARGING THE TRANSMITTER WITH THE USB CABLE ................................11

CHARGING THE HEADSET WITH THE TRAVEL ADAPTER ............................ 12

SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION........................................................... 13

INSTALLING DRIVERS FOR THE TRANSMITTER ............................................. 17

OPERATION................................................................................................................... 21

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ONNECTING THE TRANSMITTER TO AN AUDIO DEVICE................................................. 21

PAIRING DEVICES....................................................................................................... 22

PAIRING THE HEADSET AND TRANSMITTER .................................................... 22

PAIRING THE HEADSET WITH THE IVT BLUESOLEIL PROGRAM ................. 23

USING THE HEADSET WITH YOUR COMPUTER ............................................... 26

PAIRING WITH A BLUETOOTH ENABLED PHONE............................................ 26

ANSWERING CALLS ................................................................................................... 27

HEADSET OPERATION............................................................................................... 27

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ....................................................................................... 27

SKIPPING TRACKS.................................................................................................... 27

APPENDIX ...................................................................................................................... 28

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ROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................... 28

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ESETTING THE HEADSET .............................................................................................. 28

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HEADSET AND TRANSMITTER LEDS DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS ...................................... 29

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EADSET LED.............................................................................................................. 29

USB CONNECTOR ..................................................................................................... 29

AUDIO JACK............................................................................................................... 29

AVAILABLE SERVICES..................................................................................................... 29

AUDIO CONNECTION............................................................................................... 29

USB CONNECTION WITH IVT BLUESOLEIL........................................................ 30

SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................... 30

TRANSMITTER HEADSET ....................................................................................... 30

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GETTING STARTED WITH THE HEADSET KIT

Congratulations on your purchase! This section covers unpacking the Headset Kit and identifying
components.

Unpacking and Checking the Contents

Unpack the Headset Kit and check that the following items are included:

Transmitter Headset Travel Charger
Utility CD-ROM (Contains drivers, Manual)
USB Cable
Quick Installation Guide

If any item is missing or damaged, repack the Headset Kit and return it to your reseller.
Identifying Components The following illustrations show the headset and transmitter.

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HEADSET PARTS

Pair/answer button

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

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Press to pair with a device “Pairing Devices” on page 22

Press to answer incoming “Answering Calls” on page 27
call

Microphone

Next

Previous

USB Connector

Reset Button “Resetting the Headset” on page 28

Power LED

Link LED

Volume down

Volume up

“Skipping Tracks” on page 27

“Charging the Headset with the USB Cable”
on page 10

“Headset Status LEDs Main Functions” on page 9

“Adjusting the Volume” on page 27

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TRANSMITTER PARTS

Stabilizer pin (4) “Connecting the Transmitter to an Audio Device” on page 21

Mode switch (3) “Mode Switch” on page 9

Link LED (2)

“Transmitter Status LEDs Main Functions” on page 9

Power LED

USB connector

(7)

Pair button (1) “Pairing Devices” on page 22

Audio jack (5) “Connecting the Transmitter to an Audio Device” on page 21

“Charging the Transmitter with the USB Cable” on page 10
“Pairing the Headset with the IVT BlueSoleil Program” on page 23

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HEADSET STATUS LEDS MAIN FUNCTIONS

For more details on the status of the LEDs, see “Headset and Transmitter LEDs Detailed
Descriptions” on page 25

LINK LED POWER LED

Color Function

Yellow flashing Power on, searching

Blue flashing Connected to device

Red

Color Function

Charging

Green

Charging complete

TRANSMITTER STATUS LEDS MAIN FUNCTIONS

For more details on the status of the LEDs, see “Headset and Transmitter LEDs Detailed
Descriptions” on page 29

LINK LED

Color Function

Blue flashing quickly Power on, searching

Blue flashing slowly Connected to device

POWER LED

Red

Green

Color Function

Charging

Charging complete

MODE SWITCH

The mode switch on the transmitter has three positions as described below.

Position Function

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Set to Headset when you want to pair
with the headset. See “Pairing
Devices” on page 22

Set to Power when you want to con

nect to your computer to charge the
battery. See “Charging the Transmitter
with the USB Cable” on page 11

Set to USB when you want to link with
the IVT BlueSoleil program on your
computer. See “Pairing the Headset
with the IVT BlueSoleil Program” on
page 23

Charging the Headset and Transmitter Batteries

The headset and the transmitter both have a built-in rechargeable battery. Batteries can be
charged through the USB cable or the travel charger.

CHARGING THE HEADSET WITH THE USB CABLE

Refer to the following to charge the headset with the USB cable.

1. Connect the small connector on the USB cable to the headset.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to a USB connector on your computer.

MOST NOTEBOOK COMPUTER USB CONNECTORS ARE HORIZONTAL. THE USB CABLE
SHOULD BE CONNECTED WITH THE USB ICON FACING UP. IF THE USB CONNECTOR ON
YOUR COMPUTER IS VERTICAL, CONNECT THE CABLE CAREFULLY TO AVOID DAMAG­ING THE CONNECTORS.

The Power LED lights red to indicate charging.

3. Unplug the USB cable when the Power LED changes to green.

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CHARGING THE TRANSMITTER WITH THE USB

CABLE

Refer to the following to charge the transmitter with the USB cable.

1. Connect the small connector on the USB cable to the transmitter.

2. Set the mode button to Power.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to a USB connector on your computer.

MOST NOTEBOOK COMPUTER USB CONNECTORS ARE HORIZONTAL. THE USB CABLE
SHOULD BE CONNECTED WITH THE USB ICON FACING UP. IF THE USB CONNECTOR ON
YOUR COMPUTER IS VERTICAL, CONNECT THE CABLE CAREFULLY TO AVOID DAMAG­ING THE CONNECTORS.
The Power LED lights red to indicate charging.

4. Unplug the USB cable when the Power LED changes to green.

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CHARGING THE HEADSET WITH THE TRAVEL

ADAPTER

Refer to the following to charge the headset with the travel adapter.

1. Connect the small USB connector on the travel adapter to the headset.

2. Connect the adapter to an electrical outlet.

THE TRAVEL ADAPTER CAN BE USED WITH 110V AND 220V (AUTO SWITCHING). IF YOU
NEED TO USE A SOCKET ADAPTER, BE SURE THE ADAPTER IS CORRECTLY GROUNDED
FOR YOUR LOCATION.
The Power LED lights red to indicate charging.

3. Unplug the travel adapter when the Power LED changes to green.

CHARGING THE TRANSMITTER WITH THE TRAVEL ADAPTER

Refer to the following to charge the headset or transmitter with the travel adapter.

1. Connect the small USB connector on the travel adapter to the transmitter.

2. Connect the adapter to an electrical outlet.

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THE TRAVEL ADAPTER CAN BE USED WITH 110V AND 220V (AUTO SWITCHING). IF YOU
NEED TO USE A SOCKET ADAPTER, BE SURE THE ADAPTER IS CORRECTLY GROUNDED
FOR YOUR LOCATION.
The Power LED lights red to indicate charging.

3. Unplug the travel adapter when the Power LED changes to green.

SOFTWARE AND DRIVER INSTALLATION

Installing the IVT BlueSoleil™ Software
The IVT BlueSoleil software allows you to manage audio transmissions between your computer
and Bluetooth enabled devices.

1. Insert the supplied utility CD into your CD drive.

2. Click Start -> My Computer, and then browse to the CD drive.

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Choose the language you want and click OK.

Click Next to continue

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Read the license agreement and click Yes.

Click Next to start the installation.
The installation takes a few minutes, and then the following screen appears

.

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Click Finish to complete the installation and reboot your computer. When your
computer restarts, the following screen appears.

Click OK to continue. The IVT BlueSoleil program opens.
Click File -> Exit to close the program.

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To learn about this program, click Help on the main toolbar. The IVT BlueSoleil help application
opens.

The program includes many service such as using your computer as a server. Look in the Help
application for instructions on how to enable these services.

Installing Drivers for the Transmitter

Refer to the following to install drivers for the transmitter.

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1. Connect the transmitter to a USB connector on your computer.

2. Set the mode switch on the transmitter to USB.

3. The system detects the new hardware and the following screen appears.

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4. Select the No, not this time radio button and click Next.

5. Select the Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) radio button and click Next.

6. Browse to the WindowsXP folder (or the folder for your OS) on the CD: Cyber Headset -> IVT
BlueSoleil -> USBDrivers -> WindowsXP, and then click OK.

7. Click Next to continue.

8. Click Finish to complete the installation.

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OPERATION

This section covers pairing the transmitter and headset for use with audio devices, pairing the
headset with your computer, and pairing with your mobile phone.

Connecting the Transmitter to an Audio Device

THE 3.5-MM (1/8 INCH) AUDIO JACK ON THE TRANSMITTER IS THE SAME SIZE AS THE
STANDARD JACKS ON COMPUTERS AND ON MOST AUDIO DEVICES. IF YOUR AUDIO
DEVICE USES A DIFFERENT SIZE JACK, YOU CAN PURCHASE AN ADAPTER AT MOST
ELECTRICAL STORES.
The audio transmitter is a stereo transmitter. You can connect it to any audio device such as a CD
player, or MP3 player. You can also connect it to the audio out connector on your computer. Refer
to the following to connect the transmitter to your audio device.
Set the mode switch on the transmitter to POWER.
Rotate the audio jack as required.

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3. Plug the transmitter into the audio out connector on the device.

Pairing Devices

Connect the transmitter to an audio device, now you can you can pair the headset with the trans­mitter or with a Bluetooth-enabled phone.

PAIRING THE HEADSET AND TRANSMITTER

Refer to the following to pair the headset and transmitter.

1. Connect the transmitter to your audio device. See “Connecting the Transmitter to an Audio

Device” section on page 21.

2. Set the mode switch on the transmitter to Audio. The link LED flashes blue.

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3. Press and hold the Pair/answer button on the headset until the link LED flashes yellow.

When the link LEDs on both devices flash blue, the devices are paired.

4. Put on your headset and enjoy the music. (See “Adjusting the Volume” on page 27.) (See
“Skipping Tracks” on page 27.)

PAIRING THE HEADSET WITH THE IVT

BLUESOLEIL PROGRAM

The IVT BlueSoleil program allows you to pair with many different Bluetooth devices such as
cameras, mobile phones and headsets.

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In order to connect and share services via Bluetooth wireless technology, the two devices must
support the same Bluetooth Profile(s). One device must be act as a server; the other must be the
client. Refer to the IVT BlueSoleil Help utility for more information.

Note the following when pairing with devices:

• The device must be turned on.

• The device must have sufficient battery power.

• Certain devices must be set to “discoverable” mode.

Refer to the following to pair your headset with your computer.

1. Connect the transmitter to a USB connector on your computer.

2. Set the Mode switch to USB.

3. Press and hold the Pair/answer button on the headset until the link LED flashes yellow.

4. Click Start -> All Programs -> IVT BlueSoleil -> BlueSoleil to open the IVT BlueSoleil pro-

gram.

5. Click the red ball in the center of the Main Window to search for devices in range.

6. When your headset is detected the Cyber Headphone icon appears. (Other Bluetooth

devices that are in range also appear.)

7. Right-click the Cyber Headphone icon and select Pair Device.

8. Type in the default passkey [0000] and click OK.

9. After sucessfull pairing two new services appear at the top-right of the Main Window.

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USING THE HEADSET WITH YOUR COMPUTER

Once you have paired the headset with your computer, you can listen to music on your computer,
or talk with friends using network meeting tools.

PAIRING WITH A BLUETOOTH ENABLED PHONE

Refer to the following to pair the headset with a Bluetooth enabled phone.

1. Press and hold Pair/answer on the headset until the link LED flashes yellow.

2. Scroll to Bluetooth in the menu of your phone and look for a setting such as active device.

3. Select Cyber Headphone when it appears in the phone menu.

4. When prompted, type in the default password [0000].

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ANSWERING CALLS

Refer to the following to answer a call.

1. When your phone rings, press Pair/answer (

2. Adjust the volume as you want.

3. Press Pair/answer to end your call.

) on the headset.

Headset Operation

Once you have paired with a device, operating the headset is easy. You can skip tracks and
adjust the volume without removing the headset.

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME

Refer to the following to adjust the volume.
Press the left side of the volume button to decrease the volume.

Press the right side of the volume button to increase the volume.

Refer to the following to skip tracks.

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SKIPPING TRACKS

Press the left side of the skip button to go to the previous track.
Press the right side of the skip button to go to the next track.

Previous

Next

APPENDIX

Troubleshooting

Try the following if the headset or transmitter do not work:

• Ensure connecting devices are charged.

• Unplug the transmitter from your computer and then connect it again.

• Turn off all devices and then turn them on again in the order shown in this

guide.

• Ensure devices are within the 10-meter (33 feet) range.

• Ensure no obstructions such as concrete walls are between connecting

devices.

If the devices are still not working after trying the above, pack the headset and transmitter in the
original package and return the package to your reseller.

If the headset hangs or does not respond, try resetting it. Open the cover
of the USB connector and use a paper clip to press the reset button.

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Resetting the Headset

Headset and Transmitter LEDs Detailed Descriptions

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EADSET LED

Function LED Status

Power on/off mode Yellow quick flash interval 0.1s
Audio streaming mode Blue slow flash interval 0.3s
Searching (pairing) channel Yellow quick flash interval 0.1s
Connection mode Blue slow flash interval 0.3s
Disconnection mode
Idle mode

Incoming-receiving mode 2. Yellow quick flash interval 0.1s

Yellow Slow flash interval 0.3s

1. Blue quick flash interval 0.1s

Incoming-talking mode
Outgoing-dialing mode Blue slow flash interval 0.3s

Outgoing-talking mode
Charging mode Red LED on

Charging full mode Green LED on

USB CONNECTOR

Function LED Status
Power on to USB connection No LED on
Pairing mode Yellow LED on
Idle mode Yellow quick flash
Connection mode Yellow LED on
Charging mode Red LED on
Charging full mode Green LED on

AUDIO JACK

Function LED Status
Power on to audio jack Blue slow flash interval 0.1s
Pairing mode Blue quick flash interval 0.1s
Idle mode No LED ON
Connection mode Blue quick flash interval 0.35s
Charging mode Red LED on
Charging full mode Green LED on

You connect the transmitter to your computer through a USB connector, or to an audio out (head­set) connector. The services available for each connection are shown below.

Skype Music Mobile phone

Skype (headset)

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Music and Skype

Available Services

AUDIO CONNECTION

Music and Skype Skype stopped,
voice, but no transfer to mobile
microphone phone

Skype stopped,

Music (A2DP) voice, but no

Mobile phone (talking/
standby)

Mobile phone
(standby)

microphone

Not available Not available —

Available Available Available

—

transfer to mobile
phone

USB CONNECTION WITH IVT BLUESOLEIL

Skype (headset) —

Music (A2DP)

Mobile phone (talking) Not available Not available —
Mobile phone
(standby)

Skype Music Mobile phone

Mixed mono music
and Skype voice

You can hear ring
tone, but you can not
answer

Available Available Available

—

Not available

Music suspends and
transfers to phone.
When call ended,
music resumes.

Specifications

TRANSMITTER HEADSET

General Radio Bluetooth Class 2, up to 5 ~ 10 meters (open space)

and environmental factors.

Carrier Frequency: 2.402~2.480 GHZ

Data Rate: 1 Mbps

Spread Spectrum FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum)

Modulation Method GFSK (Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying)

Multi-transfers Maximum five different Bluetooth enabled devices (Non A2DP pro
file)

Auto-switching While listening to music, you can receive or make a phone call with a

S/N Ratio > 88 dB

Audio Format SBC

Sensitivity < 0.1% BER at -85 dBm

RF Output Power (Class 2) 0±4 dBm

Power Consumption Tx Typical: 63mA

Input Power 5V 500mA, AC adapter

Operating range depends on paired phone model, battery power,

paired mobile phone.

Rx Typical: 68mA

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USB cable connected to computer

Weight 22 grams

Dimensions (L x W x H) 67 mm x 26 mm x 15 mm

Built-in Battery 3.7V / 370mAh / Li-Polymer, rechargeable

Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours (factors such as distance between devices, and
type of mobile phone used increase power consumption).

Dynamic Power Manage- Automatic power consumption control
ment

Operating Temperature 0 to 60 degrees centigrade

Operating Humidity 0 to 95% (non-condensing)

General Radio Bluetooth Class 2, up to 5~10 meters (open space)

Operating range depends on paired phone model, battery power,

and environmental factors.

Carrier Frequency 2.402~2.480GHZ

Data Rate 1 Mbps

Spread Spectrum FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum)

Modulation Method GFSK (Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying)

Auto-switching While listening to music, you can receive or make a phone call with a

paired mobile phone.

S/N Ratio > 88 dB

Interface 30 mm stereo speaker

Audio Format SBC

Sensitivity < 0.1% BER at -85 dBm

RF Output Power (Class 2) 0±4 dBm

Power Consumption Tx Typical: 63mA

Rx Typical: 68mA

Input Power 5V 500mA, AC adapter

Listening/talking Time Up to 7 hours (factors such as distance between devices, and type
of mobile phone used increase power consumption).

Dimensions (D x H) 54 mm x 25 mm

Weight 80 grams

I/O port Charging: Mini-B USB Jack power adapter

Microphone Built-in microphone for mobile phone use

Built-in Battery 3.7V / 500mAh / Li-Polymer rechargeable

Battery Life Up to 7 hours

Dynamic Power Manage- Automatically Power control for power consumption
ment

Operating Temperature 0 to 60C

Operating Humidity 0 to 95% (non-condensing)

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