JPL Element-BT500 User manual
Element-BT500
Bluetooth Headset User Guide
GUARANTEE
Register for 24 Month Warranty on-line at http://www.jpltele.com/product-registration.
Your JPL product has been carefully manufactured and 100% tested using high quality assured
components. It is guaranteed against faulty workmanship and materials for a period of 24 months
from the date of purchase. In the unlikely event that a failure should occur, please contact the JPL
dealer from which you purchased this product or visit www.jpltele.com and follow our product
returns procedure. You will be given a RMA number and instructions on how to return your headset.
Further help can be found on-line at www.jpltele.com on our FAQs page.
Note: Removing the factory-applied warranty code printed on the speaker housing will void the
warranty. Specically exempt from warranty are limited-life consumable components subject to
normal wear and tear, such as microphone windscreens, ear cushions and other accessories. Your
statutory rights under common law are in no way aected by this guarantee. The warranty does
not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of nature, accident,
disassembling or modication of, or to any part of, the product. The warranty does not cover damage
due to improper operation, maintenance or installation, or attempted repair by anyone other than
JPL Telecom. Any unauthorised repairs will void this warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Consequential and incidental damages, including without limitation, loss of property and those
arising from breach of any express or implied warranty, are not the responsibility of JPL Telecom and
to the extent permitted by law, are excluded.
In accordance with its policy of progressive product design, JPL Telecom reserves the right to
change product specications without prior notice.
* Repair or replacement is at the discretion of the manufacturer.
REGISTERED ADDRESS
UK Oice: JPL Telecom Limited
Unit 1, Church Close Business Park, Church Close, Todber, Sturminster Newton,
Dorset, DT10 1JH England
USA Oice: JPL Telecom LLC
445 W Merritt Ave, Merritt Island, FL 32953, USA
Mexico Oice: JPL Telecom Mexico
Buon 46-604, Col. Nueva Anzures, Delg. Miguel Hidalgo C.P. 11590
Registered in England No. 5250754
(NB. For product returns, please follow instructions and returns department address provided on our website.
Returned products received at the registered addresses are likely to be returned to sender).
www.jpltele.com
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Introduction
The Element-BT500 is a wireless Bluetooth headset for use with mobile phones and in the oice.
When mobile phones replace the ordinary phones in the oice, you need a comfortable and ergonomic
solution for those who spend long hours on the phone. The Element-BT500 is such a solution, a truly
comfortable headset with good sound quality, built for comfortable all day wearing.
As an accessory, there is a USB Bluetooth dongle for the PC. With the dongle, you can connect your
headset to a computer and use it as an audio device for UC applications such as Skype as well as for
streaming audio.
Features:
• Bluetooth Version 4.2, with improved data transfer, security and connectivity.
• Up to 20 hours talk time.
• At least 96 hours stand by time
• Up to 30 meters working range (class 2)
• Voice prompts
• A2DP for stereo music
• Volume control buttons
• Answer/End a call button
• Dedicated microphone mute button
• Last number re-dial
• Low battery indicator
• Adjustable headband with so ear cushion for all day wearing comfort
• LED status indication
• Charging cable and Headset Hanging Hook included
• Charging cradle(Option)
Direct Charging from USB port of PC
If the headset has been out of use for some time, it may take up to 4 hours to charge fully.
Normal charging time is 2-3 hours. Low battery is indicated by the ashing red LED on the headset.
Element-BT500
VP1- English, Spanish, French - SKU: 575-290-010
VP2- German, Italian, Dutch - SKU: 575-290-011
What’s included
Headset
Hanging Hook
Optional Accessories
Element Monaural
Headband
SKU: 575-290-014
USB Cable Type-A to
Micro USB Headset
Charging Cable
Microphone Boom
& Binaural Headband
Headset Storage
Tough Case
BT500 Charging Base
SKU: 575-290-012
BT-200 Dongle
SKU: 575-290-016
EC-16 70mm Leatherette
Ear Cushion & Bracket
SKU: 575-303-001
Attaching the headband
To attach the microphone boom arm to
the headband, align the triangle shape
on the microphone boom arm with the
triangle shape on the headband and
push to click into place.
The microphone boom arm will then
rotate to your required position.
Detaching the headband
To detach the microphone boom arm from the
headband, gently push the microphone speaker
from inside the ear cushion. This will pop the
microphone boom away from the headband.
DO NOT pull on the microphone boom
to remove it from the headband.
Align
Positioning the Microphone
30mm
The microphone boom arm is exible, so you can
gently bend the boom and position it to suit the
curve of your face.
The ideal position for the microphone is at the cor-
ner of the mouth, not in front of it, but approximately
30mm (2 nger width) away from the mouth.
Ensure that the side of the microphone is pointed
towards your mouth.
Holding the headset, rotate the headband to bring
the boom close to your cheek.
Headset Charging
Micro USB Port
for charging
headset
If the headset has been out of use for some item, it may take
up to 4 hours to charge it fully.
Normal charging time is 2-3 hours.
Low battery is indicated by the ashing red LED on the headset.
The USB cable can be plugged
into either a computer or a
USB wall charger
Microphone Boom Volume Control
Down Up
Mute
Turn on the headset
Press and hold the answer button for 2 seconds. Release the button
when the purple LED ashes 3 times and “Hello, Power on” is heard
in the speaker.
Turn o the headset
Press and hold the answer button for 3 seconds. Release the button
when the purple LED ashes 3 times and “Good bye, Power o” is
heard in the speaker.
Turning the Headset On and O
Answer button
Pairing
Prior to using the headset, it must be paired and connected to another
Bluetooth device, such as a mobile phone. For specic instructions,
check the user guide of your phone.
Pairing button
General procedure
• Turn on the Bluetooth function on your phone.
• Put the headset in pairing mode (make sure the headset
is switched on, press and hold the pairing button for
1 second until the blue LED ashes rapidly)
• Perform a search for Bluetooth devices on your phone.
• Connect to >>device logo<< when found.
• Blue LED is On and “Pairing Successful” is heard in the speaker
when pairing is completed.
Dierent smart phones have dierent ways to handle Bluetooth
devices. Read the user manual of your phone for more information.
Some phones will connect to the headset automatically when it
is within range, for example when you return to your oice. For
other phones, it may be necessary to reconnect manually when the
connection has been broken.
The pairing mode is active for 3 minutes. Aer that, the headset will
enter standby mode.
Note that high listening volume settings may cause echo or other noise on the line, for one or both parties on
the line. Try to lower the listening volume if this is the case.
Important! – High listening volume settings may be harmful to your hearing.
Mute On/O
• Press and release the mute button and “Mute On” is heard in the speaker.
• Press again to resume the call and “Mute O” is heard in speaker.
IMPORTANT: Volume Settings
• Set the headset earphone volume on your PC to maximum.
• Set the microphone volume within your PC settings to a mid range volume.
• Make a test call to regulate the microphone sound on your PC settings and ne tune the speaker
sound using the speaker volume switch on your headset.
• There is a small notch on each volume button that makes them easy to nd.
Pairing / Mute
and Speaker Volume
Hook On/O
Answer / End
a call
DND Light
Answer a call
• Press Button 1 briey.
Reject a call
• Press Button 1 for 2 seconds while incoming
call, and “Call rejected” is heard in the speaker.
Make a call
• Dial the number on the mobile phone and press Button 1 briey.
End a call
• Press Button 1 briey, or end the call on the mobile phone.
Last number redialing
• Press Button 1 briey twice and you can hear “Redialling” in the speaker.
Button Action Condition Function
Short Press Incoming Call Accept Call
On Talk Mode End Call
Powered On Power O
1 Long Press Power O Power On
Incoming Call Call Reject
Change Voice Prompt Language
Double Press When not connected VP1= English->French->Spanish /
to BT Host
VP2= German->Italian->Dutch
When connect to BT Host Redial (Smartphone Only)
Short Press On Talk Mode Mute On/O
2 Listen to Music Pause On/O
Long Press No Condition Pairing Mode
Short Press On Talk Mode Volume Up
3Listen to Music Volume Up
Long Press Listen to Music >>FF(SmartPhone Only)
Short Press On Talk Mode Volume Down
4Listen to Music Volume Down
Long Press Listen to Music <<FR(SmartPhone Only)
Button 1
Button 3 Button 4
Button 2
Optional Accessories
Element-BT500 Charging Base
Order Code: BT500 Charging Base
• Optional charging solution for the BT500 headset.
• Connects to your PC via Type-A USB to Micro USB cable.
Element Monaural Headband
Order Code: Element Monaural Headband
• Optional wearing style for those who prefer to confer with
colleagues. The modular system of the Element-BT500 allows you
to swap headbands from binaural to monaural and vica versa to
suit the way you work.
Using the headset
BT-200 Dongle
Order Code: BT-200 Dongle
• For connecting your BT500 to your PC or Laptop
• Easy to pair.
• Sophone interoperability through USB/computer with
all major sophones with assistance from the JPL Gateway.
JPL Gateway soware must be installed and running for
remote call control functions to work with supported sophones.
The JPL Gateway is available to download from http://www.jpltele.com/jpl-gateway.aspx
FCC Information
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.
FCC Notication to users
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a CLASS B digital
device, in accordance to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. 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, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by consulting with a
dealer or an experienced technician for technical
assistance.
Any changes or modications to the equipment
not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
WARNING & SAFETY INFORMATION
The antenna(s) used for this device must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least
20cm from all persons and must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
Safe and eicient use
Do not expose your product to humidity, liquid or
extreme temperature conditions. Such conditions,
or other rough treatment such as dropping or
bending the product may damage it. Do not use
any accessories or chargers other than original
intended for use with this product. Neither headset
nor charger contain any user serviceable parts, and
must not be opened.
A Bluetooth device uses radio signals to
communicate with other devices. The power of this
radio signal is low, maximum 0.001 Watts. Do not
use the product where it is forbidden, for example
in air planes, at hospitals, in blasting areas or in
explosive atmospheres. Radio signals may interfere
with other electronic devices, especially if these are
not shielded.
Permanent hearing loss may occur if headsets
are used at high listening volumes for longer
periods of time. Set the volume to a safe level.
You can adapt to high listening volume over time,
especially in a noisy environment where the level
of sound may seem normal even if the volume is
high. Reduce the time you use a headset with high
listening volume.
Battery information
The device is equipped with a rechargeable
Lithium-polymer battery. A new battery will need a
few charging cycles before it can reach maximum
capacity. A fully charged battery will loose its charge
over time even if the headset is not used.
Battery capacity and life span may be reduced
if the device is exposed to extreme high or low
temperatures, for example if it is le in a car. A
device with a cold or hot battery may stop working
until it is back to normal (room) temperature.
Battery capacity at temperatures below -0 °C is
reduced.
Never dispose of batteries in an open re as they
may explode. Always dispose of used batteries and
electronic devices according to your local recycling
regulations.
Technical InformationHelp and Tips
Troubleshooting
If you have problems connecting the headset to
your smartphone, do as follows:
• Check that the headset is charged, turned on and
within 10 meters of the phone.
• Check that Bluetooth is switched on your phone.
• Check that the headset is listed as a headset
device in your phone and also connected. You
may need to re-connect to the headset
• Try removing the headset from the phone, then
pair and connect again.
• If the headset stops functioning, even though it
is fully charged: Reset the headset by switching it
o, wait for 15 seconds and then turn it on again.
You might try to reset the phone as well.
Some features are not possible to use with
certain phone models:
• Check the user manual of your smartphone for
missing settings or functions that needs to be
activated.
• Dierent mobile phone manufacturers may
implement Bluetooth functions in dierent
ways. The unit should work with all phones that
support the Headset and Hands-free Bluetooth
proles, but functionality may vary depending
on the telephone model you use. You might also
want to check for the latest rmware for your
phone.
Maintenance
Your headset is a technically advanced device
containing circuit boards and ne mechanics, made
from top grade components. To increase reliability
and life span, always treat your headset with care.
• Do not expose the headset to moisture, liquids,
rain or dust.
• Store the product in a dry and dust-free location.
• Use a dry cloth to clean your headset.
• Do not store a fully charged headset on the
charging stand for long periods of time.
• In the interest of hygiene, it is advisable to replace
the ear cushions of your headset every 6 months.
Ear cushions are available to purchase as spare
parts.
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