LG HBM590 User Manual

Rev 1.0 US

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LG Electronics Inc., 2010

Note : For the best performance and

to prevent any damage to, or misuse of the

HBM-590, please read all of the information

carefully prior to using the HBM-590.

Any modifications or changes to this manual due to

typographical errors or inaccuracies of stated information

shall only be made by LG Electronics Inc.

LG Electronics

BLUETOOTH®Mono Headset
HBM-590 User manual

English

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Introduction

The LG Bluetooth®Headset HBM- 590 is a light weight wireless
headset utilizing Bluetooth®technology. This product can be used as
an audio accessory for devices supporting the headset or hands-free
Bluetooth®profiles.

HBM-590

Bluetooth

®

Headset

User manual

Charger

Warranty Card

Included in the package

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Table of Contents

Introduction 3

- Included in the package 3
Description of parts 4
How to use 4

- Change direction 4

- Ear Loop Attachment and Removal 5

- Charging 5

- Low battery 5

- Power on 5

- Power off 5

- Pairing 5

•Easy Pairing 5

•Manual Pairing 6

- Auto Reconnect 6

- Volume control 7

- Calling 7

•Answering a call 7

•Making a call 7

•Voice dialing 7

•Last number redial 7

•Ending a call 7

•Transferring a call 8

•Call waiting 8

•Call Reject 8

- Name Alert

TM

8

- music play (A2DP) 8

- Text /SMS Reader 8

- Multipoint 9
Summary of button functions 10
LED indication 10
Troubleshooting 11
Specification 11
Precautions 12
Declaration of confirmation 13
Additional information 14
Limited warranty 16
Important safety information 16

Ear loop

Quick Start Guide

Ear buds

How to use

Back

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Description of parts

PWR Slide Switch

Charging

Low battery

Power on

Pairing

Power off

- Remove the cover on the charging port and connect the charger.

- When the charger is connected, with the power on or off, the headset will turn off.

- While charging, the LED indicator will show a solid blue light.

- The buttons will not function while the device is charging.

- It takes 2 hours to fully charge the headset.

- When charging is complete, the LED indicator will turn off.

- An announcement will be made once every 2 minutes.
(Speech: Battery very low, please charge now)

- If the battery is not charged, the headset will turn off.

- Move the power switch to the 'ON' position.

•The power will turn on. (Speech: Ready,["battery status"])

- Move the power switch to the 'OFF' position.

•The Bluetooth link will disconnect, and the power will turn off.

(Speech: Powering Down)

- Before using the headset for the first time, you must pair it with a Bluetooth­enabled handset.

- There are 2 Pairing Mode Methods with the HBM-590.

Front

SecondaryMIC

PrimaryMIC

LED ndicator

How to use

Change direction

Volume Up/Down Button

Receiver

Charging Port

Ear Loop Attachment and Removal

Attaching the ear loop

- Hold the ear loop just above the base (C shaped part), and snap it into place
behind the speaker on the HBM-590.

Removing the ear loop

- Hold the ear loop at the base (C shaped part), and pull, to unhook the ear loop
from the HBM-590.

* Note: The ear loop can be attached to the HBM-590, as an option, if necessary.

Not every user will need to attach the ear loop.

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How to use

Volume control

Auto Reconnect

1) Easy Pairing

•With the Power off, move the power switch to the 'ON' position

•The headset will enter Auto-Reconnect mode for 10 seconds (If your headset

has been previously paired to the handset, the headset will

automatically

reconnect to the handset, when the HBM-590 is powered on.)

•If the HBM-590 fails to reconnect to the phone (Speech: Failed to connect to

phone) after 10 seconds, the HBM-590 will automatically enter pairing mode.

•When the headset enters Pairing Mode, the LED indicator will show a solid blue

light. (Speech: Please Pair Phone Now)

•Using your handset, find the Bluetooth Menu and “search for” or “add” new devices.

•Select “LG HBM-590” from the list of devices and pair it with your handset.

•If you are asked for the Pass/PIN code during the pairing procedure, please

enter “0000” (4 Zeros).

•Once pairing has completed successfully, you will hear a beep.

(Speech: Paired to phone successfully)

•After pairing successfully, be sure to “Connect” to the LG HBM-590.

(Speech: Connected to Phone) You will hear a short beep.

•Some handsets might ask for permission to access the phone’s contact list. If

you receive a message from your handset, please select “OK” or “Allow access”

•If you want to pair with a different device in the future, the headset must be placed

in Pairing Mode.

•If the headset is in Pairing mode for three minutes without being connected to a

handset, the HBM-590 will automatically turn off.

2) Manual Pairing

•With the Power off, press and hold the CALL button and move the power switch

to the 'ON' position at the same time for 4 seconds.

•When the headset enters Pairing Mode, the LED indicator will show a solid

blue light. (Speech: Please pair phone now)

•Using your handset, find the Bluetooth Menu and “search for” or “add” new devices.

•Select “LG HBM-590” from the list of devices and pair it with your handset.

•If you are asked for the Pass/Pin code during the pairing procedure, please

enter “0000” (4 Zeros)

•Once pairing has completed successfully, you will hear a beep.

(Speech: Paired to phone successfully)

•After pairing successfully, be sure to 'connect' to the LG HBM-590.

(Speech: Connected to Phone) You will hear a short beep.

•Some handsets might ask for permission to access the phone’s contact list. If

you receive a message from your handset, please select “OK” or “Allow access”

•If you want to pair with a different device in the future, the headset must be

placed in Pairing Mode.

Calling

How to use

Answering a call

- When there is an incoming call, the headset will ring once, then announce who is

calling. (Speech: Call from [caller name] or [phone number])

- Briefly press the CALL button to answer an incoming call. When the call is

connected, you will hear a beep.

Making a call

- If you make a call from the handset, the call will (subject to phone settings)

automatically transfer to the headset. If the call is not automatically transferred,
you can manually transfer the call by briefly pressing the CALL button on the
HBM- 590 (headset and handset must be paired).

Voice dialing*

- Briefly press the CALL button to activate “Voice Command”. You will get the best

results if you record the voice dialing tag through your headset.
NOTE: If the handset does not support Voice Dialing, it is possible that performing

this action will activate Last Number Redial.

- When the HBM-590 turns off (accidentally or intentionally) while connected to a

handset, the headset and handset will disconnect. The headset and handset

will automatically reconnect when the HBM-590 is turned back on.(as long as

both devices are within the required range of 33ft. or 10m).

[ Out of range ]

- When the HBM-590 and your handset are separated by a distance of 33 feet

(10 meters) or more, the headset and handset will disconnect, and you will hear

a beep(Speech: Out of range) When the handset and HBM- 590 are brought

back within the required distance, the HBM- 590 will automatically reconnect
with the handset, and you will hear a beep. (Speech: Connected to Phone)

- If the headset and handset do not automatically reconnect when they are back

within the required range, briefly press the CALL button on the HBM-590 to

reconnect manually.

- Press the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN button to adjust the Receiver volume.

- There are eight levels of Receiver volume.

•If the headset is in Pairing mode for three minutes without being connected to a

handset, the HBM-590 will automatically turn off.

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How to use

Last number redial

- Press and hold the CALL button for 1 second to activate “Last Number Redial”.
The headset will beep, and call the last number dialed.

Ending a call

- Briefly press the CALL button.(Speech: End of Call)

Transferring a call

- While on a call on your handset, briefly press the CALL button on the HBM-590
to transfer the audio to the headset.(headset and handset must be paired)

- And to transfer a call from the headset to handset, press and hold VOLUME UP
button for 5 seconds.

Call waiting

- Answer a second call without hanging up the first call by pressing the CALL button
for 1second (you will hear a beep). Press the CALL button for 1 second to turn to
the original call.

- Briefly press the CALL button to terminate the active call or both calls at once.
(subject to handset's support)

Call Reject

- Activate Call Reject by pressing the CALL button for 1second when the handset
rings. (you will hear a beep). (Speech: Call Rejected)
*It is possible to use these functions only when your handset supports them.

For further information about using these features, please consult your handset’s
user manual.

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How to use

Name Alert

TM

The LG HBM-590 is capable of announcing the caller's name, battery status
information, and confirmations of headset operation*.

*NOTE: The Name Alert

TM

function is not supported by all handsets.

Enable/Disable 'Name Alert

TM

'

- Press and hold the VOLUME UP button on the HBM-590 for 5 seconds to enable/
disable 'Name Alert

TM

'. You will hear, "Enabled Name AlertTM" or "Disabled Name

Alert

TM

".

Language Selection

- The Name Alert

TM

function allows you to choose from 2 different language options.

They are English and Spanish.

- To enter Language Selection Mode, press and hold the VOLUME UP and
VOLUME DOWN buttons simultaneously on the HBM-590 for 3 seconds. You
will hear "Please select language".

- To browse language type, press the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN button
toscroll through the language options.

- To select a language, press the CALL button once after hearing your
language. You will hear "English Selected"

- If no language is selected for 5 seconds, the current language will remain.
(Speech: Cancelled).

Battery Status Alert

- To check the battery status, press and hold the VOLUME DOWN button on
the HBM-590 for 3 seconds.

- There are 4 levels of battery status : “Battery full”, “Battery half”, “Battery low”,
and “Battery very low”

Text / SMS Reader

The LG HBM-590 supports Text / SMS Reader function *.

*NOTE: The Text / SMS Reader function is not supported by all handsets.

Enable / Disable Text / SMS Reader

- With the Power off, press and hold the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN button
and move the power switch to the 'ON' position at the same time for 4 seconds.

- You will hear “Text Reader Disabled” or ''Text Reader Enabled”

Text / SMS Reader*

- To read a text message, double click the CALL button.

- You will hear “Message From <number>” or ''Message From <name>”
* It is possible to use these functions only when your handset supports them. If

your handset doesn't support or no message has been received since the
HBM-590 was connected, the headset automatically plays on long beep tone
instead of Text / SMS reading.

Music Play (A2DP)

The HBM-590 supports music streaming (A2DP).
When you play music from your mobile phone it will automatically transfer to
your headset. Music will automatically pause when you have an incoming call.
When the call is ended the music will start playing again.
Controlling your music is only possible from your handset.

Summary of button functions

LED indication

Function HBM-590 Status Action

Operating Power on The blue LED light flickers 4 times.

Power off The blue LED light flickers 4 times

and then turns off.

Pairing mode The blue LED light stays on.

Function

Action

Power on Power off Move the power switch to the 'ON' position.
Power off Power on Move the power switch to the 'OFF' position.
Volume up Talking Briefly press the Volume UP button.
Volume down Talking Briefly press the Volume DOWN button.
Transferring a call Talking - Handset to headset

Briefly press the CALL button
(must be paired)

- Headset to handset
Press and hold the VOLUME UP
button for 5 seconds.

Answering a call Ringing Briefly press the CALL button.
Ending a call Talking Briefly press the CALL button.
Call waiting Talking Press the CALL button for 1 second.
Last number redial Idle Press the CALL button for 1 second.
Voice dialing Idle Briefly press the CALL button.
(handset must support)
Manual pairing Power off press and hold the CALL button and

move the power switch to the 'ON'

position at the same time for 4 seconds.
Call reject Ringing Press the CALL button for 1 second.
(Name AlertTM) Activate Idle Press and hold the VOLUME UP button
/ Deactivate for 5 seconds.
Enter language Idle Press and hold the VOLUME UP and
selection mode VOLUME DOWN button simultaneously

for 3 seconds.
Browse language type Language Press the VOLUME UP or VOLUME

Selection Mode DOWN button.

Select language Language Press CALL button once.

Selection Mode

Check battery status Idle Press and hold the VOLUME DOWN

button for 3 seconds.

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HBM-590

Status

How to use

Multipoint

The LG HBM-590 is capable of having two handsets connected to the headset
at the same time. This will give you the freedom of having only one Headset
to operate both of your handsets.

Multipoint Connect

- Pair the Headset with one of your Bluetooth-enabled handsets.
(per the pairing instructions on pages 5-6).

- Turn off the Headset.

- With the Power off, press and hold the CALL button and move the power
switch to the 'ON' position at the same time for 4 seconds to enter Manual
Pairing mode.

- Now, pair and connect the Headset with your other Bluetooth-enabled handset.
(This will be your Primary handset).

- Once this handset is paired and connected, go back and connect the first paired
handset to the Headset. (This will be your Secondary handset).

* Note: When the HBM-590 is connected to two handsets at the same time

(Multipoint), the Headset calling functions will work with the Primary
handset (or handset which made the last outgoing call).

Calling Function

- Voice Dial and Last Number Redial features work with the Primary handset
(or handset which made the last outgoing call).

- The first connected device is set as primary handset and the next connected
device is set as secondary handset.

- The device which made the last outgoing call will always be set as the primary
handset.

- If there is an incoming call from the primary(or secondary) handset, the HBM­590 will drop the secondary(or primary) handset. The disconnected handset will
reconnect automatically after the end of the call.

Precautions

Declaration of Confirmation

Specification

Troubleshooting

ITEM Description

Bluetooth®specification V2.1+EDR (Headset / Hands-Free / Phone Book

Access Profiles)
Battery Battery 3.7V / 115mAh Li-Polymer
Standby time Up to 130Hrs
Talk time Up to 5Hrs
Charging time < 2Hrs
Operation temperature -10°C ~60°C
Dimension / weight 16.9mm(W) x 54mm(L) x 10mm(T) /10.6g

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Does not turn on Check whether the battery Charge the battery.

of the HBM-590 is fully

charged.
Unable to Check whether Determine whether your
communicate with the handset supports handset supports
the LG Bluetooth®the headset or hands-free the headset or hands-free
Headset HBM-590 Bluetooth profiles. Bluetooth profiles.

Check whether the battery Charge the battery.

of the HBM-590 is low.
Unable to pair the Check and make sure the Move the power switch
HBM-590 with the headset is on. to the 'ON' position.
Bluetooth®device Check and make sure With the Power off, press and

the headset is placed hold the CALL button and move

the power switch to the 'ON'
position at the same time for
4 seconds.

Low sound (speaker) Check the speaker volume. lncrease the volume level.

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Keep unit away from humidity & dust.

LED indication

Do not place or keep the unit near flammables.

Do not modify, repair, or take apart.
Do not expose directly to water, alcohol, benzene, etc. for cleaning.
Do not expose directly to flammables.

Do not drop the unit from high places.

Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

Operating Headset/Hands-Free The blue LED light flickers

/Phone Book Access 2 times every 5 seconds.
/A2DP profile connected
Call connected The blue LED light flickers

2 times every 5 seconds.

Charging Charging The blue LED stays on.

Charging complete LED is turns off.

Only use the headset with an original LG charger, otherwise it may be damaged.

•Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

•There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

•Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

FCC NOTICE TO USERS :
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT NOTE :
To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements,
no change to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any change to the antenna
or the device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements
and void user's authority to operate the device.

Hereby, LG Electronics Inc. declares that this HBM-590 is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

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Additional Information

Additional Information

1. Radio frequency exposure

This Bluetooth

®

Headset, HBM-590, is a radio transmitter and receiver.

When in operation, it communicates with a Bluetooth

®

equipped mobile device
by receiving and transmitting radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic fields
(microwaves) in the frequency range 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz. The output power of
the radio transmitter is low, 0.001 watt. Your Bluetooth

®

Headset is designed
to operate in compliance with the RF exposure guidelines and limits set by
national authorities and international health agencies when used any compatible
LG Electronics mobile phone.

2. Potentially explosive atmosphere

Turn off your electronic device when in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. It is rare, but your electronic device could generate sparks.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily
injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often,
but not always, clearly marked.

3.Emergency calls

IMPORTANT!
This Bluetooth

®

Headset and the electronic device connected to the Headset
operate using radio signals, cellular and landline networks as well as user ­programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection under all conditions.
Therefore you should never rely solely upon any electronic device for essential
communications (e.g. medical emergencies). Remember, in order to make or
receive calls, the Headset and the electronic device connected to the Headset
must be switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.
Emergency calls may not be possible on all cellular phone networks or when
certain network services and/or phone features are in use. Check with your
local service provider.

4. Battery information

A rechargeable battery has a long service life if treated properly.
A new battery or one that has not been used for a long period of time could
have reduced capacity the first few times it is used. Do not expose the battery
to extreme temperatures, never above +60°(+140°F) or under -20°(-4°F).
For maximum battery capacity, use the battery in room temperature.
If the battery is used in low temperatures, the battery capacity will be reduced.
The battery can only be charged in temperatures between +10°(+50°F) and
+45°(+113°F). For your safety, do not remove the battery incorperated in the
product. If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised
LG Electronics service point or dealer for assistance.

5. Recycling the battery in your Bluetooth

®

Headset

The battery in your Bluetooth

®

Headset must be disposed of properly and
should never be placed in municipal waste. The LG Electronics service
partner removing battery will dispose of it according to local regulations.

6. Conditions

- The warranty is valid only if the original receipt issued to the original purchaser
by the dealer, specifying the date of purchase and serial number, is presented
with the product to be repaired or replaced. LG Electronics reserves the right
to refuse warranty service if this information has been removed or changed
after the original purchase of the product from the dealer.

- If LG Electronics repairs or replaces the product, the repaired or replaced
product shall be warranted for the remaining time of the original warranty period
or for ninety (90) days from the date of repair, whichever is longer. Repair or
replacement may involve the use of functionally equivalent reconditioned units.
Replaced parts or components will become the property of LG Electronics.

- This Warranty does not cover any failure of the product due to normal wear
and tear, or due to misuse, including but not limited to use in other than the
normal and customary manner, in accordance with instructions for use and
maintenance of the product. Nor does this warranty cover any failure of the
product due to accident, modification or adjustment, acts of God or damage
resulting from liquid.

- This warranty does not cover product failures due to improper repair installations,
modifications or service performed by a non-LG Electronics authorized person.
Tampering with any of the seals on the product will void the warranty.

- THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL,

OTHER THAN THIS PRINTED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
IN NO EVENT SHALL LG ELECTRONICS OR ITS VENDORS BE LIABLE FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS,
TO THE FULL EXTENT THOSE DAMAGES CAN BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW.

•Some countries/states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, or limitation of the duration of implied warranties, so
the preceding limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. The warranty
provided does not affect the consumer's statutory rights under applicable
national legislation in force, nor the consumer's rights against the dealer
arising from their sales/purchase contract.

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Limited Warranty

Important safety information

Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, LG Electronics
warrants this product to be free from defects in design, material and
workmanship at the time of its original purchase by a consumer, and
for a subsequent period of one (1) year. Should your product need
warranty service, please return it to the dealer from whom it was
purchased or contact your local LG Electronics contact center to
get further information.

Avoiding hearing damage Permanent hearing loss may occur if you
use your Headset at a high volume. Set the volume to a safe level.
You can adapt over time to a higher volume of sound that may sound
normal but can be damaging to your hearing. If you experience ringing
in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing
checked. The louder the volume, the less time is required before your
hearing could be affected. Hearing experts suggest that to protect your
hearing:

•Limit the amount of time you use Headset at high volume.

•Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

•Turn the volume down if you can't hear people speaking near you.

Please refer to your handset user guide for more information on how to
adjust listening levels on your handset.

Using Headsets safely Use of Headsets to listen to music while
operating a vehicle is not recommended and is illegal in some areas.
Be careful and attentive while driving. Stop using this device if you find it
disruptive or distracting while operating any type of vehicle or performing
any other activity that requires your full attention.