LG HBS-850 User Manual

HBS-850 User Manual

Bluetooth® Stereo Headset

Rev 1.0 US

All rights reserved. LG Electronics Inc., 2015
Note: Please read all information carefully prior to using the HBS-850 in order to
prevent product damage and to enjoy the best performance.

WARNING:

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

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Table of Contents

Introduction 3

- Included in the Package 3

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Description of Parts 4

- Headset 4

- Stabilizer Tip Replacement 5
How to Use 6

- Power On/Power Off 6

- Charging 6

- Low Battery 6

- Battery Status Alert 6

- Retractable Earbuds 6

- Pairing 7

- Advanced Multipoint 7

- Auto Reconnect 8

- Calling 9

• Answering a Call 9

• Transferring a Call 9

• Voice Dialing 9

• Last Number Redial 9

• Ending a Call 9

• Call Waiting 9

• Rejecting a Call 9

• Microphone Mute 9

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- Volume Control 10

- Vibration Control 10

- Audio Streaming 10

- Equalizer 10

- aptX® 11

- Tone & TalkTM 11
Summary of Button Functions 13
LED Indicator 14
Troubleshooting 15

Specications 16

Precautions 17

Declaration of Conrmation 18

Additional Information 19

Limited Warranty 22

Important Safety Information 23

Introduction

The LG TONE ActiveTM (HBS-850) is a lightweight wireless headset that uses Bluetooth technology.
This product can be used as an audio accessory for devices supporting either the A2DP or hands-free Bluetooth profile.

Included in the Package

Extra Ear Gels
(1 Set - Small)

HBS-850

(Medium Ear Gels
and Stabilizer Tips

installed)

Extra Stabilizer Tips

(1 Set - Small)

*USB Charging

Cable

*Actual product design may differ from images shown in this manual.

User Manual Warranty Card Quick Start Guide

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Description of Parts

Headset

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Volume Up
Button/
Previous
Song

Volume Down
Button/
Next Song

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Earbud (R) Earbud (L)

Charging Port

LED Indicator

Microphone

Stabilizer Tips

Power
Button

MFB
(Multi-Function
Button)

Description of Parts

Stabilizer Tip Replacement

- An extra set of Stabilizer Tips is included. Depending on your neck size, you may want to change the size of the
Stabilizer Tips for comfort and fit.

Stabilizer Tip Removal

Stabilizer Tip Installation

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How to Use

Power On/Power Off

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- Power On: Press and hold the PWR button for 2 seconds.

- Power Off: Press and hold the PWR button for 3 seconds.

Charging

- When the charger is connected (with the power on or off)

the headset will power off.

- While charging, the LED indicator will show a solid red
light. When charged 80% or more, the indicator will show

a violet light.

- When the device is fully charged, the LED indicator will

show a solid blue light.

Low Battery

- A low battery alert will play once every 2 minutes.

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

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Battery Status Alert

- Press and hold the Volume Down button for 3 seconds to

check the battery status of the headset.

Battery

Status

Voice

Prompt

Indicator

NOTE: When paired, some mobile devices may display

the headset's battery level at the top of the screen.

Retractable Earbuds

- Pull the earbuds to extend them to the desired length.

- To retract the earbuds, pull the cords out slightly, and they
will automatically retract into place.

- If the earbuds do not retract, pull the earbuds out
completely to retract them.

High Medium Low

Battery High

Blinking

LED

Blue

Battery
Medium
Blinking

Violet

Battery Low

Blinking

Red

Pairing

- To use the headset, you must first pair it with your mobile
device. Once the devices have been paired, the headset
will automatically reconnect.

1) Easy Pairing

a) Press and hold the PWR button for 2 seconds to

power on the headset.

b) If it is your first time pairing the device or it does not

detect a previously paired device, it will enter Pairing
mode. The LED indicator will be solid blue.

c) On the device you wish to pair with, find the Bluetooth

menu and search for or add new devices.
d) Select LG HBS850 from the list of devices.
e) If asked for a Pass/Pin Code, enter 0000 (4 zeros).
f) Once the devices are paired, you will hear “Your

headset paired.”
NOTE: The headset will automatically power off if not
paired within 3 minutes.

How to Use

2) Manual Pairing (pairing with another phone or
re-pairing)

a) With the power off, press and hold the MFB and the

PWR button at the same time for 2 seconds to enter

Manual Pairing mode.

b) When the headset enters Pairing mode, the LED

indicator will show a solid blue light. Repeat Easy
Pairing steps c through f.

Advanced Multipoint

The headset can be connected to two devices at the same
time. This will give you the freedom to use call waiting
between calls on both of your connected phones.

Pairing with Two Devices

- First, pair the headset with the Bluetooth-enabled mobile

device you want to use as your secondary device (see
Pairing instructions).

- Once paired, power off the headset.

- With the power off, press and hold the MFB and the

PWR button at the same time for 2 seconds. This will

activate Manual Pairing mode.

- Pair and connect the headset with your other Bluetooth-

enabled mobile device. This will be your primary device.

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How to Use

- Once the primary mobile device is paired and connected
with the headset, reconnect the headset to the initially

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paired mobile device.

NOTE: When the headset is connected to two mobile

devices at the same time (Multipoint), the headset calling
functions will work with the primary mobile device.

NOTE: If the headset fails to connect to the primary phone
through Easy Pairing, it will enter Pairing mode.

Calling Function

- Voice Dialing and Last Number Redial features work

with the primary mobile device (or the mobile device that
made the last outgoing call).

Call Waiting

- While on a call, press and hold the MFB for 1 second to

answer an incoming call.

- To switch between two active calls, press and hold the
MFB for 1 second.

- To end both calls, briefly press the MFB.

- If both paired mobile devices are receiving an incoming call,
the headset will default to the primary device.

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Auto Reconnect

- If in range of each other when the headset is powered on,
the headset and the primary mobile device will automatically
reconnect.

- The secondary mobile device will need to be manually
connected. Select LG HBS850 from the list of devices in the

Bluetooth

menu and connect.

Out of Range

- If the paired devices are separated by a range of 33

feet (10 meters) or more, the headset and paired mobile
device(s) will disconnect, and the headset will vibrate
to alert you.

NOTE: To power off device vibration, press and hold the

Volume Up button for 3 seconds.

- If the headset and paired mobile device do not

automatically reconnect when they are back within the
required range, briefly press the MFB on the headset to
manually reconnect.

- When connected to multiple devices, the paired device

that is not in use will disconnect when out of range.

Calling

Answering a Call

- When receiving an incoming call, the headset will ring

and vibrate.

- Briey press the Volume Down button to stop the vibration.

NOTE: The headset will not vibrate if vibration has been
deactivated.

- Briey press the MFB to answer the incoming call.

Transferring a Call

- You can manually transfer the call to or from the headset
by pressing the MFB for 2 seconds on the headset (mobile
device and headset must be paired).

Voice Dialing

- Press and hold the MFB for 1 second to activate Voice

Command. For best results, record the voice dialing tag
through your headset.

NOTE: If your mobile device does not support voice dialing,
this action may activate Last Number Redial.

How to Use

Last Number Redial

- Press and hold the MFB for 2 seconds to activate Last
Number Redial. The headset will call the last number
dialed.

Ending a Call

- Briey press the MFB.

Call Waiting

- Answer a second call without hanging up the rst call by

pressing the MFB for 1 second. Press and hold the MFB for

1 second to return to the rst call.

- Briey press the MFB to end both calls.

Rejecting a Call

- Activate Call Reject by pressing the MFB for 2 seconds
when the mobile device rings.

NOTE: These functions may not be available on all mobile
devices. For further information about using these features,
please consult your mobile device’s user manual.

Microphone Mute

- Press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down

buttons at the same time for 1 second to mute/unmute the
microphone during conversation.

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How to Use

Volume Control

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- Press the Volume buttons to adjust the speaker volume.

Caution: Listening to music for long periods of time at
high volume levels may cause hearing damage or loss. To
prevent this, the headset will emit a warning beep when
you are using the upper six volume levels.

Vibration Control

- To activate or deactivate device vibration, press and

hold the Volume Up button for 3 seconds. You will
hear “Vibrate on” or “Vibrate off” when it is activated or

deactivated.

- When vibration is deactivated, the headset will not

vibrate when receiving an incoming call or when it is out
of range of a paired mobile device.

- Vibration will be automatically reactivated when the

device is powered on.

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Audio Streaming

Play

- Briefly press the MFB.

Pause

- While playing music, briefly press the MFB.

Next song

- Press and hold the Volume Down button for 1 second.

Previous song

- Press and hold the Volume Up button for 1 second.

Equalizer

- While playing music, press and hold the MFB for
2 seconds to switch between Bass Boost (default),
Normal, and Treble Boost.

NOTE: The size of the ear gel can affect the amount of
bass you hear.

aptX

- The headset features aptX technology that ensures
audio content transmitted via Bluetooth is seamless and
crystal clear.

- aptX is automatically enabled as long as the source
device supports it.

Tone & Talk

The HBS-850 Bluetooth headset supports SMS reading on
AndroidTM-based devices.

To download the app, search for Tone & Talk in Google
PlayTM* or scan the QR code. Follow the installation
instructions.

*Google Play is a trademark of Google, Inc.

Function Action

Current time
alert
Read latest
SMS or MMS

Designated
contact

Favorite
contacts

Press and hold the Volume Down button for

1 second.

Press and hold the Volume Up button for

1 second.

1. Select Designated contact in the headset
call settings of the app.

2. To call the Designated contact, press and

hold the Volume Up and Volume Down

buttons at the same time for 1 second.

1. Select Favorite contacts in the headset call
settings of the app.

2. Press and hold the Volume Up and Volume

Down buttons at the same time for 1 second
on your headset.

3. Use the Volume buttons to choose the

contact.

4. To call the Favorite contact, press and hold

the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons at

the same time for 1 second.

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How to Use

Function Action

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Call logs

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1. Select Call logs in the headset call settings
of the app.

2. Press and hold the Volume Up and Volume

Down buttons at the same time for 1 second
on your headset.

3. Use the Volume buttons to choose the

contact.

4. To call the contact, press and hold the

Volume Up and Volume Down buttons at the

same time for 1 second.

Headset

Function

Power on Power off

Power off Power on

Volume up

Volume down

Transferring
a call

Answering
a call

Stop incoming
call vibration

Vibration

on/off
Ending a call Talking Briey press the MFB.
Call waiting Talking Press and hold the MFB for 1 second.
Last number

redial

Status

Talking/
Music on

Talking/
Music on

Talking

Ringing Briey press the MFB.

Ringing Briey press the Volume Down button.

Idle

Idle Press and hold the MFB for 2 seconds.

Action

Press and hold the PWR button for

2 seconds.

Press and hold the PWR button for

3 seconds.

Briey press the Volume Up button.

Briey press the Volume Down button.

Press and hold the Volume Up for

2 seconds.

Press and hold the Volume Up button

for 3 seconds.

Summary of Button Functions

Headset

Function

Voice dialing
(must be
supported on
mobile device)

Call reject Ringing Press and hold the MFB for 2 seconds.

Microphone
mute on/off

Pairing mode
(Manual)

Battery status
check

Play Power on Briey press the MFB.
Pause Music on Briey press the MFB.

Next song Music on

Previous song Music on

Equalizer
settings

Status

Idle Press and hold the MFB for 1 second.

Talking

Power off

Idle

Music on Press and hold the MFB for 2 seconds.

Action

Press and hold the Volume Up and
Volume Down buttons at the same time

for 1 second.

Press and hold the MFB and the PWR

button at the same time for 2 seconds.

Press and hold the Volume Down button

for 3 seconds.

Press and hold the Volume Down button

for 1 second.

Press and hold the Volume Up button

for 1 second.

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LED Indicator

Function Headset Status Indicator

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Operating

Charging

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Pairing mode Solid blue LED light.

Headset/hands-free prole connected

Call connected The blue LED light ickers 1 time.

Charging Solid red LED light, which changes to violet when charged 80% or more.

Charging complete

The blue LED light ickers 1 time.

Solid blue LED light.

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solution

Does not power on

Unable to communicate with
the LG Bluetooth Headset
HBS-850

Unable to pair the headset with
the Bluetooth device

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

Check whether the battery of the headset is
fully charged.

Check whether the mobile device you are trying
to pair supports the headset or hands-free

Bluetooth proles.

Check whether the battery of the headset
is low.

Check to make sure the headset is on.

Check to make sure the headset is placed in
Pairing mode.

Charge the battery.

Determine whether your mobile device supports
the headset or hands-free Bluetooth proles.

Charge the battery.

Press and hold the PWR button for 2 seconds to

power on the headset.

With the power off, press and hold the MFB and
the PWR button at the same time for 2 seconds

to place the headset in Manual Pairing mode.

Troubleshooting

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Specications

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Item Description

Bluetooth version

Battery

Talk time Up to 13 hours

Music play time Up to 9.5 hours

Standby time Up to 430 hours

Charging time Less than 2 hours

Rated input power DC 4.75 V ~ 5.3 V, 400 mA

Operation temperature 14°F ~ 140°F (-10°C ~ 60°C)

Dimensions/weight 141 mm (W) x 140 mm (L) x 16.1 mm (H) / 51 g

4.1 (Headset/Hands-Free/A2DP proles)

Battery 3.7 V/180 mAh Li-Polymer

Precautions

Do not drop the device.
Do not modify, repair, or disassemble.
Do not expose directly to water, alcohol, benzene, etc., for cleaning.

Do not expose directly to ammables.
Do not place or keep the device near ammables.

Keep the device away from excessive humidity and dust.
Do not place heavy objects on the device.
Only charge the headset with an original LG charger, otherwise it may be damaged.

• Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority

to operate the equipment.

• Risk of damage or explosion if incorrect battery is used.

• Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

• This product contains small parts, including ear gels, earbuds, stabilizer tips, and cables. Keep out of reach of children.

• If you have an implanted medical device, consult with a doctor prior to using this product.

• To prevent potential discoloration, please make sure the product is not exposed to direct sunlight for an excessive period

of time.

• Always unplug the charger from the wall socket after the product is fully charged to save unnecessary power

consumption of the charger.

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Declaration of Conrmation

FCC NOTICE TO USERS:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.

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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.

Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG,

Inc. worldwide.

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FCC ID: BEJHBS850

1. Radio frequency exposure

This Bluetooth Stereo Headset HBS-850 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. 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 with any
compatible LG Electronics mobile device.

2. Potentially explosive atmosphere

Power off your electronic device when in any area with
a potentially explosive atmosphere. Although this is
uncommon, 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.

Additional Information

3. Emergency calls

IMPORTANT!
This Bluetooth headset and the electronic device

connected to the headset operate using radio signals,
mobile 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 powered on and in
a service area with adequate mobile signal strength.
Emergency calls may not be possible on all mobile phone
networks or when certain network services and/or phone
features are in use. Check with your local service provider.

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Additional Information

4. Battery information

A rechargeable battery has a long service life if treated

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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°C (+140°F) or
below -10°C (14°F). For maximum battery capacity, use
the battery at 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°C (+50°F) and +45°C (+113°F). For your safety, do
not remove the battery incorporated with the product.
If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest
authorized 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 who removes the
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

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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 PRINTING
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.

Additional Information

• 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

Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, LG

Electronics warrants this product to be free from defects

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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.

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Avoiding hearing damage

Permanent hearing loss may occur if you use your
headset at a high volume.

Set the volume to a safe level. Over time you can become
accustomed to a higher volume 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 the headset at high

volume.

• Avoid increasing the volume to block out noisy

surroundings.

• Lower the volume if you can’t hear people speaking

near you.

Important Safety Information

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.

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