Nokia BH-500 User Manual

Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-500
User Guide

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Contents

1. Introduction...................................................................................................... 5

Bluetooth wireless technology ............................................................................................................... 5

Water-resistance ........................................................................................................................................ 6

2. Get started ........................................................................................................ 7

Chargers ........................................................................................................................................................ 8

Charge the battery ..................................................................................................................................... 8

Switch the headset on or off .................................................................................................................. 9

Pair the headset........................................................................................................................................ 10

Pair with a phone that has a compatible music player feature .............................................. 10

Pair with a phone and a music player............................................................................................. 10

Disconnect the headset....................................................................................................................... 11

Reconnect the headset........................................................................................................................ 11

3. Basic use......................................................................................................... 13

Headphones................................................................................................................................................ 13

Adjust the volume .................................................................................................................................... 13

Call handling.............................................................................................................................................. 14

Listen to music .......................................................................................................................................... 14

Use the headset with several paired devices.................................................................................... 15

Lock or unlock the keys .......................................................................................................................... 16

Clear the settings or reset the headset.............................................................................................. 16

4. Battery information....................................................................................... 17

Care and maintenance ...................................................................................... 18

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1. Introduction

You can use the Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-500 to listen to music with your
compatible music player and make and answer calls with your compatible mobile
phone. The music player can be the music player feature of your phone or a
separate music playing device.

Read this user guide carefully before using the headset. Also read the user guide
for your phone, which provides important safety and maintenance information,
and the user guide for your music playing device. Keep the headset out of reach of
small children.

■ Bluetooth wireless technology

The headset can be connected to a compatible mobile phone or music player that
supports Bluetooth wireless technology. This technology makes it possible to
connect compatible devices without cables. In a Bluetooth connection, the
headset and the other device should be within 10 meters (30 feet) of each other.
Connections can be subject to interference from obstructions, such as walls, or
other electronic devices.

This headset is compliant with Bluetooth Specification 2.0 supporting the
following profiles: Headset Profile 1.1, Handsfree Profile 1.5, Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile 1.0, and Audio Video Remote Control Profile 1.0. Check with
the manufacturers of other devices to determine their compatibility with this
device.

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There may be restrictions on using Bluetooth technology in some locations. Check
with your local authorities or service provider.

■ Water-resistance

• You can use this device, with the supplied headphones, in the rain, but do not
submerge it in water. If you use alternative headphones, then the device may
not be water-resistant.

• If the device has been exposed to sweat or salt water, wash it immediately
with freshwater to avoid corrosion. The device must be carefully wiped dry.

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