LG Tone Free HBS-FN7 User manual
Rev 1.0 RU
HBS-FN7
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USER MANUAL
Bluetooth®LG Stereo Headset
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NOTE: For the best performance and to prevent any
damage to, or misuse of the headset, please read all of the
information carefully prior to using the headset.
Any modications or changes to this manual due to
typographical errors or inaccuracies of stated information
shall only be made by LG Electronics Inc.
HBS-FN7
USER MANUAL
Bluetooth®LG Stereo Headset
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The LG TONE Free (HBS-FN7) 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 Prole.
Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions are provided to prevent any unexpected accident or damage. Please
familiarize yourself with the safety precautions.
The safety precautions are classied into “WARNING” and “CAUTION”.
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WARNING: Failing to comply with the instructions may result in serious injury or death.
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CAUTION: Failing to comply with the instructions may result in minor injury or product damage.
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WARNING
Do not drop the product from a high place.
Make sure there is no water, alcohol, or benzene in contact with the product.
Do not store the product in a wet or dusty place.
Do not place heavy objects on the product.
This product is waterproof to the IPX4 level (daily life waterproof).
(The IPX4 waterproof rating applies to the earbud product only.)
Do not put the product under the water or use it in a humid location such as a bathroom.
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CAUTION
Do not disassemble, adjust, or repair the product arbitrarily.
Do not place the product near excessive heat or ammable material.
The product may be damaged if an incompatible charger is used.
Make sure that an infant or child does not swallow a magnet or a small component of the product.
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Make sure that foreign objects do not enter the charger’s connectors (charging port and power
plug). Failure to do so may result in re or electric shock.
If you have a medical device implanted, contact your doctor before using this device.
This product has a built-in battery, and the battery cannot be removed or replaced arbitrarily.
For your safety, do not remove the battery incorporated in the product.
If you arbitrarily replace the battery or don’t replace it correctly, it may explode.
The lithium-ion battery is a hazardous component that can cause injury.
Battery replacement by an unqualied professional can cause damage to your device.
Do not discard the battery arbitrarily. Follow the local procedure for discarding batteries.
Disposal of a battery into re or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery,
that can result in an explosion.
A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage
of ammable liquid or gas.
NOTE
If the product is exposed to excessive sweat, clean the product.
Keep the earbuds clean.
HD Speaker
If the communication network of the device you are connecting to supports HD Voice Calling,
you can enjoy making voice calls and listening to music in high denition.
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Product Components
LG TONE Free™
Earbuds (medium eargels
installed)
UV Charging Case
Extra Ear Gels
(small & large)
USB Type C™
Charging Cable
Reference Guide
User Manual Warranty Card WEEE Card
(Europe Only)
NOTE: Actual product design may differ from images shown in manual.
Make sure authentic LG Electronics components are used. Using a non-authentic component
may damage the product and thus void the warranty.
Use the USB Type C™ cable provided with the product.
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CAUTION
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Overview
Charging Case
Earbuds
*The appearance and specications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.
Pairing / Battery check button
Charging port
Charging terminals
UVnano LED
UVnano LED
Battery Status Indicator
UVnano Indicator
Mood light
(When you open the charging
case, the mood light turns
on and off.)
Microphone
Microphone
TouchpadTouchpad
Charging terminalsCharging terminals
Speaker meshSpeaker mesh
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Pairing and Connecting
Fast Pair
~39 inch, ~1m
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1 Turn on the Bluetooth function on the mobile phone or the device to be connected.
2 Open the cover of the charging case with the earbuds mounted on the case. Press the pairing
button for 3 to 5 seconds until the blue battery status lamp blinks.
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3 When the Fast Pair connection pop-up appears on the top area of the mobile phone screen,
tap it to connect. (It only supports Android™ 6.0 or higher, and requires conguring Bluetooth and
location information settings of the mobile device.)
4 If the pop-up does not appear, select [LG HBS-FN7] from the Bluetooth menu on the mobile
phone and connect it (for users of iOS or Android 5.0 or lower versions).
NOTE: To connect with another device, perform the above procedure again.
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CAUTION: In the list of Bluetooth connected devices, LG HBS-FN7_LE is not the correct model
name for connection. Check the model name in use and connect with the model
name without “LE”.
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Automatic Reconnection
The earbuds are connected automatically when you open the cover of the charging case. If you close
the cover of the charging case with both earbuds mounted in the charging case, the earbuds are
disconnected.
Wearing Earbuds
1 Separate the earbuds from the charging case and adjust them so that they t comfortably in
your ears.
NOTE: You can easily separate the earbuds from the charging case by turning the part with
dotted line in the image below to left or right and lifting the earbuds.
2 When you wear the earbuds, you will hear a wearing detection alarm.
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Playing Music
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Function Description
Play / Pause : Touch the left or right earbud once.
Adjusting the Volume : Touch the left(Decrease volume) or right(Increase volume) earbud twice.
Play Next : Touch the left or right earbud three times.
NOTE: You can change the operation method of the function in the touchpad settings of the
LG TONE Free app.
Mobile Calling Functions
Function Status Description
Answering Calls Ringing Touch the left or right earbud once.
Ending Calls Talking Touch the left or right earbud twice.
Making Calls Idle If you make a call using a mobile phone, the call is automatically connected
to the headset.
Receiving Calls
while on the
Phone
Talking
If you touch the left or right earbud once, the current call will go on hold,
and you will be able to answer an incoming call.
If the previous call is on hold, you can nish the current call on the mobile phone.
(It works differently depending on the mobile phone settings.)
Rejecting Calls Ringing Touch and hold the left or right earbud.
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Listen to the Ambient Sound (LAS) / Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Listen to the Ambient Sound (LAS)
Touch and hold the left or right earbud
to switch between the ANC mode and
the LAS mode.
You can set the LAS and ANC functions in
the LG TONE Free app.
If you use the LAS or ANC function, the
battery consumes faster, reducing the
time you can use the product.
You can use the LAS and ANC functions
while being idle, listening to music, or
being on the phone.
NOTE: ANC is an acronym for Active Noise
Cancellation.
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CAUTION: When the LAS mode is
enabled, you may hear the ambient
sound become loud suddenly.
When using the ANC function
outdoors, pay attention to the
surrounding environment for safety.
The Listen to the Ambient Sound (LAS) function
allows you to listen to the ambient sound so that
you can recognize the surrounding situation and
any potential risks.
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
The Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) function
blocks any ambient sound. So, you can use the
function to listen to the music or watch a video
without interference.
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UVnano
The charging case has a built-in UVnano LED, which
allows you to use your earbuds cleanly.
If you charge the earbuds wired after mounting them
on the charging case and closing the cover, the UVnano
LED operates for 10 minutes.
*UVnano is a compound word derived from the words
UV and its unit, nanometer.
NOTE: The UVnano indicator turns on blue while the UVnano LED is on.
The UVnano LED in the charging case eliminates up to 99.9% of Staphylococcus aureus and
Escherichia coli inside the earbud hole.
In the case of a white product, discoloring may occur in the contact area of the UVnano
LED, but it does not affect the product function.
The UVnano LED does not turn on while charging wirelessly.
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CAUTION: Be aware that the temperature of the earbuds may rise while the UVnano LED is on.
Charging
Wired Charging
When the charging cable is connected, the charging status is displayed in the charging case.
NOTE: The earbuds and the charging case are charged at the same time.
The charging port on the charging case cannot be used to supply power to mobile phones, etc.
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Wireless Charging
Align the bottom center of the charging case with the center of the wireless charger.
NOTE: The wireless charger is not provided. The wireless charging function may not work in some
wireless chargers. Wireless charging feature charges at a slower rate due to less power being
transmitted to the charging case.
Checking the Battery Status
If earbuds are mounted in the charging case, the earbuds’ battery status is displayed.
Otherwise, the charging case’s battery status is displayed.
If the earbuds are mounted in the charging case while plugged in, the UVnano process will commence
for ten minutes.
Once this process is complete, the charging case's battery status will be displayed.
Battery Status
Indicator
Remaining Battery
(charger not connected)
Charging State
(charger connected)
Red 20% or lower Charging
Yellow 20% - 80% -
Green 80% or higher Fully charged
NOTE: When the charging case lid is closed, charging case battery status
is displayed. If the charging case has no remaining charge, there
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will be no display and it cannot function. We recommend you keep
the charging case charged at all times as the earbuds are not able
to be turned on and turned off independently.
Battery Status Indicator
Status Description
Bluetooth Search Mode The battery status indicator ashes in blue.
Battery below 20% The battery status indicator turns on and off in red.
Battery 20% - 80% The battery status indicator turns on and off in yellow.
Battery 80% or more The battery status indicator turns on and off in green.
When there is a problem while
charging The battery status indicator ashes in red.
Charging
(charger connected) The battery status indicator turns on in red.
Charging complete
(charger connected) The battery status indicator turns on in green.
Out of Range
If the device connected to the product is out of effective communication range, the communication
signal becomes weak and the communication is lost. The effective communication range may vary
depending on surrounding and other conditions.
If the device comes back within effective communication range, the product automatically reconnects
to the device. If the device is not automatically reconnected, touch the left or right earbud once to
connect them.
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LG TONE Free App
If you install the “LG TONE Free” app, you can use Check Earbud Battery, Voice Alert, Change Equalizer
Mode, Check Last Connected Location Information, and Find My Earbuds functions. Check out the
app for more details.
To install the “LG TONE Free” app, search LG TONE Free in the Google Play Store or App Store or scan
the QR code below.
It supports Android 5.0 or higher and iOS 11 or higher.
Google Play App Store
Troubleshooting
If you see any of the following symptoms while using the product, make sure to recheck it. It may not
be a malfunction.
Symptom Cause and Solution
The power does not turn on Check the battery level and charge it.
If unable to make a call with
earbuds
If the mobile phone does not support headset and hands-free functions,
you cannot use the calling features.
Check the battery level and charge it.
If unable to register
earbuds to mobile phone
Check whether earbuds are turned on.
Check if the charging case of earbuds are in search mode.
- Press the pairing button on the charging case to switch to search mode.
If you replaced the earbuds
or there is a problem with
the operation
Put the earbuds in the charging case and, with the case open, press the
pairing button for 10 seconds or more.
- The factory reset proceeds while the battery status indicator on the
charging case ashes red.
Please reconnect the device after factory reset.
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Specications and Features
Item Comments
Bluetooth Specications V 5.0 (Headset/Hands-Free/A2DP/AVRCP)
Battery Earbud : 3.7 V / 55 mAh, Lithium-ion
Charging case : 3.7 V / 390 mAh, Lithium-ion
Music Play Time Earbuds
& With Charging case
(ANC ON)
Up to 7 & Up to 21 hours (Up to 5 / Up to 15 hours)*
Charging Time
Earbud : within an hour / Charging case : within 2 hours
Fast Charging : 5 min charge for up to 60 min playtime
※ When charging wired at room temperature
Rated Input Voltage Earbud : DC 5 V, 110 mA
Charging case : DC 5 V, 500 mA
Operating Temperature 0°C (+32°F) ~ +40°C (+104°F)
Dimensions (mm) /
Weight (g)
Earbud : 16.2 mm (W) X 32.7 mm (L) X 26.8 mm (H) / 5.6 g (One earbud)
Charging case : 54.5 mm (W) X 54.5 mm (L) X 27.6 mm (H) / 39 g
Frequency range 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz
Output power (Max.) 10 dBm
*Duration of use may vary depending on the connected mobile device, features being used, settings,
signal strength, operating temperature, frequency band, and other methods of use.
Fast charging feature does not apply when charging case is placed on wireless charging device such
as a pad.
Wireless charging feature charges at a slower rate due to less power being transmitted to the
charging case.
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Declaration of Conrmation
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.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the manufacturer (or party responsible) for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Part 15.105 statement
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 receiver.
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Connect the equipment into 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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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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY :
Hereby, LG Electronics declares that this headset is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the
Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://www.lg.com/global/declaration
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
Android, Google Play, the Google Play logo, and other related marks and logos are trademarks of
Google LLC.
FCC ID: ZNFHBSFN7
Additional Information
1. Radio frequency exposure
This Bluetooth LG Stereo Headset 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 elds (microwaves) in the frequency range 2402 to 2480 MHz.
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 phone.
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2.
Bluetooth
Connection Precautions
The following environments affect the range and reception of Bluetooth signals:
- When walls, metal, human bodies or other obstacles exist between the Bluetooth device and the
connected device
- When equipment that uses 2.4 GHz frequency signals (Wireless LANs, wireless phones, micro wave
ovens etc.) is placed near the devices being used
- When using a Bluetooth device (TV, laptop, etc.) other than the mobile phone, the sound quality
may be affected by the specications and performance of the device
3. 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
re resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often,
but not always, clearly marked.
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 rst few times it is used. Do not
expose the battery to extreme temperatures, never above +50° or below -10°. 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 0° and +45°.
Removal of waste batteries and accumulators (Product with embedded battery ONLY)
- In case this product contains a battery incorporated within the product which cannot be readily
removed by end-users, LG recommends that only qualied professionals remove the battery, either
for replacement or for recycling at the end of this product’s working life. To prevent damage to
the product, and for their own safety, users should not attempt to remove the battery and should
contact LG Service Helpline, or other independent service providers for advice.
- Removal of the battery will involve dismantling of the product case, disconnection of the electrical
cables/contacts, and careful extraction of the battery cell using specialized tools. If you need the
instructions for qualied professionals on how to remove the battery safely, please visit
http://www.lge.com/global/sustainability/environment/take-back-recycling.
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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.
Disposal of waste batteries/accumulators
1 This symbol may be combined with chemical symbols for mercury (Hg), cadmium
(Cd) or lead (Pb) if the battery contains more than 0.0005% of mercury, 0.002% of
cadmium or 0.004% of lead.
2 All batteries/accumulators should be disposed separately from the municipal waste
stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local
authorities.
3 The correct disposal of your old batteries/accumulators will help to prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment, animal and human health.
4 For more detailed information about disposal of your old batteries/accumulators,
please contact your city ofce, waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product. (http://www.lg.com/global/sustainability/environment/take-
back-recycling/global-network-europe)
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, modication or adjustment, acts of God or damage
resulting from liquid.
- This warranty does not cover product failures due to improper repair installations, modications or
service performed by a non-LG Electronics authorized person. Tampering with any of the seals on
the product will void the warranty.
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