Nokia BH-501 User manual

Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-501
User Guide
9253973
Issue 1.1 EN

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, NOKIA CORPORATION declares that this HS-71W product is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/
EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at http://
www.nokia.com/phones/declaration_of_conformity/.
The crossed-out wheeled bin means that within the European Union the product
must be taken to separate collection at the product end-of-life. Do not dispose of
these products as unsorted municipal waste.
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product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks or tradenames of their
respective owners.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Nokia operates a policy of continuous development. Nokia reserves the right to make changes
and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.
Under no circumstances shall Nokia be responsible for any loss of data or income or any
special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages howsoever caused.
The contents of this document are provided "as is". Except as required by applicable law, no
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document or withdraw it at any time without prior notice.

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nearest to you.
Unauthorized changes or modifications to this device may void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
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Contents
1. Introduction ......................... 5
Bluetooth wireless technology........... 5
2. Get started ........................... 6
Chargers.................................................... 6
Charge the battery ................................ 7
Switch the headset on or off.............. 8
Pair the headset ..................................... 8
Pair with a phone with
music player feature.......................... 8
Pair with a phone and
a music player ..................................... 9
Disconnect the headset ................. 10
Reconnect the headset .................. 10
3. Basic use............................. 11
Place the headset over the ears...... 11
Adjust the volume............................... 11
Call handling ........................................ 11
Listen to music..................................... 12
Clear the settings................................ 13
4. Battery information........... 14
Care and maintenance........... 15
FCC notice .............................. 17

Introduction
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1. Introduction
You can use the Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-501 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 communication 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 1.2 supporting
the following profiles: Headset Profile 1.1, Handsfree Profile 1.0, and
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile 1.0. Check with the manufacturers
of other devices to determine their compatibility with this device.
There may be restrictions on using Bluetooth technology in some
locations. Check with your local authorities or service provider.

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2. Get started
The headset contains the following parts:
• Volume down key (1)
• Volume up key (2)
• Charger socket (3)
• Indicator light (4)
• Microphone (5)
• Multifunction key (6)
Before using the headset, you must
charge the battery and pair the headset
with a compatible phone. If your phone does not have a music player
feature, you also need to pair the headset with your music player.
Note: Parts of the headset are magnetic. Metallic materials may be
attracted to the headset. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic
storage media near the headset, because information stored on them
may be erased.
■Chargers
Check the model number of any charger before use with this device.
The headset is intended for use with the AC-3, AC-4, and DC-4 chargers.
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3
2
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5
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Warning: Use only chargers approved by Nokia for use with this
particular enhancement. The use of any other types may invalidate
any approval or warranty, and may be dangerous.
For availability of approved enhancements, please check with your dealer.
When you disconnect the power cord of any enhancement, grasp and pull
the plug, not the cord.
■Charge the battery
This headset has an internal, nonremovable, rechargeable battery.
Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device as you may
damage the headset.
1. Connect the charger to a wall outlet.
2. Connect the charger cable to the headset.
The indicator light is red during charging.
If the indicator light is not red, check the
charger connection. If charging does not
start, disconnect the charger, plug it in
again, and retry.
Charging the battery fully may take up to
4 hours. When the battery is fully charged,
the indicator light turns blue.
3. Disconnect the charger from the headset and wall outlet.
The fully charged battery has power for up to 11 hours of talk-time and
music playing time, and up to 150 hours of standby time. However, the
times may vary when used with different mobile phones or other

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compatible Bluetooth devices, usage settings, usage styles, and
environments.
When battery power is low, the headset beeps each minute,
and the indicator light flashes red. Recharge the battery.
■Switch the headset on or off
To switch on, press and hold the multifunction key until you hear a beep
and the indicator light starts to flash blue. To connect the headset to the
paired phone or music player that you have last used with it, press the
multifunction key. For more information, see Reconnect the headset,
p. 10.
To switch off, press and hold the multifunction key until you hear a
long beep.
■Pair the headset
Pair with a phone with music player feature
If your phone has a compatible music player feature, you can use the
headset to make and answer calls and listen to music from the phone.
1. Switch on your phone.
2. Ensure that the headset is off. If it is on, switch it off.
3. Press and hold the multifunction key until the indicator light
alternately flashes blue and red.

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4. Activate the Bluetooth feature on the phone, and set the phone to
search for Bluetooth devices. See the user guide of your phone for
instructions.
5. Select the headset (Nokia BH-501) from the list of found devices.
6. Your phone should ask for a Bluetooth passcode. Enter the passcode
(0000) on your phone. In some phones you may need to make the
Bluetooth connection separately after pairing. You only need to pair
the headset with your phone once.
If the pairing is successful and the headset is connected with your phone,
the indicator light of the headset flashes blue slowly.
Pair with a phone and a music player
If your phone does not have a compatible music player feature, you can
separately pair the headset with your phone and a compatible music
player. After pairing and connecting the headset with your phone, do
as follows:
1. Switch off the headset.
2. Switch on the music player.
3. Press and hold the multifunction key until the indicator light
alternately flashes blue and red.
4. Follow the pairing instructions in the user guide for your music player.
When the music player asks for a device to pair, select Nokia BH-501
from the list. If you are asked for a Bluetooth passcode, enter 0000 on
the music player.

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If your music player does not have a keypad, the device may use the
Bluetooth passcode 0000 by default. If this is not the case, see the user
guide of your music player to change the default Bluetooth passcode
to 0000.
If the pairing is successful and the headset is connected with your music
player, the indicator light of the headset flashes blue slowly. To connect
the headset also to your phone, make the connection from your phone as
described in its user guide.
Disconnect the headset
To disconnect the headset from your phone or music player, switch off
the headset, or follow the instructions in the user guide for your phone
or music player. You do not need to delete the pairing with the headset
to disconnect it.
Reconnect the headset
You can pair the headset with up to ten phones and music players
in total but connect it to only one device at a time.
To connect the headset to the paired phone or music player that you
have last used with it, switch on the headset and press the multifunction
key. To connect the headset to some other paired phone or music player,
follow the instructions in the user guide for the phone or music player.
If you have a Nokia phone, you can set it to connect with the headset
automatically when the headset is switched on. On your Nokia phone,
change your paired device settings in the Bluetooth menu.

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3. Basic use
■Place the headset over the ears
Lower the headband behind your head. Place the
headset over your ears so that the speaker pads fit
comfortably.
Warning: When using the headset your ability
to hear outside sounds may be affected. Do not use the headset where
it can endanger your safety.
■Adjust the volume
Press the volume up key to increase or the volume down key to
decrease the volume during a call or while listening to music.
■Call handling
To make a call when the headset is connected to the phone, use your
phone in the normal way.
If your phone supports last number redialing with this device,
press the multifunction key twice briefly while no call is in progress.

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If your phone supports voice dialing with this device, press the
multifunction key when no call is in progress, and proceed as
instructed in the user guide of your phone.
To answer a call, press the multifunction key, or use the phone keys.
To reject the call, press and hold either volume key until the headset
beeps twice.
To end a call, press the multifunction key, or use the phone keys.
To switch the call from the headset to the phone, press and hold either
volume key. To switch the call back from the phone to the headset,
press the multifunction key, or use the respective function in your phone.
■Listen to music
To listen to music, the headset must be connected to a phone that
has a compatible music player feature or to a separate music player.
When the headset is connected to a phone but not to a music player,
the headset can only be used to make and answer calls if the phone
does not have a compatible music player feature.
The available music functions depend on your music player.
If you answer or make a call while listening to the music player,
the music pauses until you end the call.
To start and control the music playback, use the keys in your music player.
For details, see the user guide for your music player.
Warning: Listen to music at a moderate level.
Continuous exposure to high volume may damage your hearing.

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■Clear the settings
To clear the pairing and volume settings, switch off the headset, and press
and hold either volume key until the indicator light starts to alternately
flash blue and red. Press and hold the volume key until the headset beeps
twice. Recharge the headset for a few seconds.

Battery information
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4. Battery information
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery can be charged
and discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. Recharge
your battery only with Nokia approved chargers designated for this device.
Unplug the charger from the electrical plug and the device when not in use. Do
not leave the device connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten the
battery lifetime. If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose. Never use any charger or battery that
is damaged.
Leaving the device in hot or cold places, such as in a closed car in summer or winter
conditions, will reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery. Always try to keep
the battery between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). A device with a hot or cold
battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged.
Battery performance is particularly limited in temperatures well below freezing.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also
explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations.
Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.

Care and maintenance
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Care and maintenance
Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be
treated with care. The suggestions below will help you protect your warranty
coverage.
• Keep all accessories and enhancements out of the reach of small children.
• Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity and all types of liquids or moisture
can contain minerals that will corrode electronic circuits. If your device does
get wet, allow the device to dry completely.
• Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device. Nokia recommends to
take it to the nearest authorized service facility for replacement of the battery.
• Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts and
electronic components can be damaged.
• Do not store the device in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life
of electronic devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics.
• Do not store the device in cold areas. When the device returns to its normal
temperature, moisture can form inside the device and damage electronic
circuit boards.
• Do not attempt to open the device other than as instructed in this guide.
• Do not drop, knock, or shake the device. Rough handling can break internal
circuit boards and fine mechanics.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean
the device.

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• Do not paint the device. Paint can clog the moving parts and prevent proper
operation.
• Use chargers indoors.
All of the above suggestions apply equally to your device, battery, charger, or
any enhancement. If any device is not working properly, take it to the nearest
authorized service facility for service.

FCC notice
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FCC notice
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. 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. 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. NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies
with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

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environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Nokia
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
Por medio de la presente, NOKIA CORPORATION declara que este producto
HS-71W cumple con los requisitos esenciales y con otras disposiciones
pertinentes de la Directiva 1999/5/EC. Existe una copia de la Declaración
de Conformidad disponible en la dirección http://www.nokia.com/phones/
declaration_of_conformity/.
La cruz sobre el contenedor indica que en la Unión Europea el producto se debe
desechar por separado al término de su vida útil. No deseche estos productos como
basura urbana no diferenciada.
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Bluetooth es una marca registrada de Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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