Nokia BH-900 User manual

Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-900
User Guide

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Contents
1. Introduction...................................................................................................... 5
Bluetooth wireless technology ............................................................................................................... 5
2. Get started ........................................................................................................ 6
Keys and parts ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Chargers ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
Charge the battery ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Switch the headset on or off .................................................................................................................. 8
Pair the headset with a compatible phone......................................................................................... 8
Disconnect the headset from the phone.......................................................................................... 9
Reconnect the paired headset to your phone................................................................................. 9
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 9
3. Basic use......................................................................................................... 11
Put the headset on the ear .................................................................................................................... 11
Sliding boom.............................................................................................................................................. 11
Call handling.............................................................................................................................................. 12
Adjust the earphone volume ................................................................................................................. 12
Mute or unmute the microphone ........................................................................................................ 12
Push to talk (PTT) calls ............................................................................................................................ 13
Switch a call between the phone and headset................................................................................ 13
Use the headset with several phones ................................................................................................. 14
Clear the settings ..................................................................................................................................... 14
4. Battery information....................................................................................... 15
Care and maintenance ...................................................................................... 16

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1. Introduction
The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-900 allows you freedom to make and receive
calls while on the move or in the office. The headset has a sliding boom that
allows you to answer and end calls and to talk at a lower volume or in a noisy
environment.
You can connect the headset to a compatible phone that supports Bluetooth
wireless technology.
Read this user guide carefully before using the headset. Read also the user guide
for your phone, which provides important safety and maintenance information.
Keep the headset out of reach of small children.
■Bluetooth wireless technology
Bluetooth wireless technology makes it possible to connect compatible
communication devices without using cables. A Bluetooth connection does not
require that the phone and the headset be in line of sight, but both devices should
be within 10 meters (30 feet) of each other. Connections may be subject to
interference from obstructions, such as walls or other electronic devices.
The wireless headset is compliant with Bluetooth Specification 2.0 supporting the
following profiles: Headset Profile 1.1 and Handsfree Profile 1.5. 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
■Keys and parts
The headset contains the following parts:
• Indicator light (1)
• Volume key (2)
• Power key (3)
• Sliding boom (4)
• Answer/end key (5)
• Charger connector (6)
• Earphone (7)
• Microphone (8)
Before using the headset, you must charge the battery and pair the headset with a
compatible phone.
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 using it with this device. The headset is
intended for use with the AC-3, AC-4, and DC-4 chargers.

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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 device has an internal, nonremovable, rechargeable battery. Do not attempt
to remove the battery from the device as you may damage the device.
1. Connect the charger to a wall outlet.
2. Connect the charger cable to the headset as
shown in the figure.
The red indicator light is displayed during
charging. If charging does not start, disconnect
the charger, plug it in again, and retry. Charging
the battery fully may take up to 2 hours.
3. When the battery is fully charged, the green indicator light is displayed.
Disconnect the charger from the wall outlet and the headset.
The fully charged battery has power for up to 8 hours of talk-time or up to 180
hours of standby time. However, the talk and standby times may vary when used
with different mobile phones or other compatible Bluetooth devices, usage
settings, usage styles, and environments.

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When the battery is running out of power, the headset beeps, and the red
indicator light starts to flash.
■Switch the headset on or off
To switch on, press and hold the power key. The headset beeps, and the green
indicator light starts to flash. The indicator light turns blue when the headset is
connected to your phone and ready for use.
To switch off, press and hold the power key. The headset beeps, and the red
indicator light is displayed briefly.
■Pair the headset with a compatible phone
1. Switch on your phone and the headset.
2. 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.
3. Select the headset (Nokia BH-900) from the list of found devices.
4. Enter the passcode 0000 to pair and connect the headset to your phone. In
some phones you may need to make the connection separately after pairing.
See the user guide of your phone for details. You only need to pair the headset
with your phone once.
If the pairing is successful, the headset beeps and appears in the phone menu
where you can view the currently paired Bluetooth devices.

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Disconnect the headset from the phone
To disconnect the headset from your phone (for example, to connect the phone to
another Bluetooth device), do one of the following:
• Switch off the headset.
• Disconnect the headset in the Bluetooth menu of your phone.
• Move the headset more than 10 meters (30 feet) away from the phone.
You do not need to delete the pairing with the headset to disconnect it.
Reconnect the paired headset to your phone
To connect the headset to your phone, switch on the headset, make the
connection in the Bluetooth menu of your phone, or press and hold the answer/
end key.
You can set your phone to connect with the headset automatically when the
headset is switched on. To do this in Nokia phones, change your paired device
settings in the Bluetooth menu.
■Troubleshooting
If you cannot connect the headset to your phone, do as follows:
• Ensure that the headset is charged, switched on, and paired with your phone.
• Ensure that the Bluetooth feature is activated on your phone.

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• Check that the headset is within 10 meters (30 feet) of your phone and that
there are no obstructions between the headset and the phone, such as walls or
other electronic devices.
• To reset the headset if it stops functioning, although it is charged, plug the
headset into a charger, and briefly press the power key and the middle of the
volume key at the same time. This reset does not clear your settings (for
example, pairing settings).

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3. Basic use
■Put the headset on the ear
Place the headset over your ear in a comfortable
position, and point it toward your mouth as shown in
the figure.
■Sliding boom
The sliding boom brings the microphone closer to
your mouth, which improves the audio quality even when you talk at a lower
volume or in a noisy environment. You can use the boom to answer, end, or reject
a call.
To use the boom, gently pull it down toward your mouth (1), or push it up to its
initial position (2).

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■Call handling
To make a call, use your phone in the normal way when the headset is connected
to your phone.
If your phone supports redialing, press the answer/end key twice briefly when no
call is in progress.
If your phone supports voice dialing, press and hold the answer/end key when no
call is in progress, and proceed as described in the user guide of your phone.
To answer a call, pull the boom down toward your mouth, press the answer/end
key, or use the phone keys. If the automatic answer function is set on, the phone
automatically answers the incoming call after one ring.
To reject an incoming call, pull the boom down and push it up immediately, or
briefly press the answer/end key twice.
To end a call, push the boom up to its initial position, press the answer/end key, or
use the phone keys.
■Adjust the earphone volume
Press the volume key up to increase or down to decrease the volume. To adjust the
volume quickly, press and hold the key in the desired direction.
■Mute or unmute the microphone
To mute or unmute the microphone during a phone call, briefly press the middle of
the volume key. A long beep sounds. When the microphone is muted, the blue

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indicator light flashes continuously. The mute function cannot be used during a
PTT call.
■Push to talk (PTT) calls
You can use the headset to make and receive push to talk (PTT) calls. To use this
network service, your phone must support it and the function must be set to on in
the phone. For more information on the PTT function, contact your network
operator or service provider and see the user guide of your compatible phone.
To make a PTT call to the default PTT channel defined in your phone, press and
hold the middle of the volume key (while no call is in progress) as long as you
speak.
When you receive a PTT call while no call is in progress, the headset beeps, and you
start to hear speech from the channel. To answer and speak to the listened
channel within the time defined by the network operator or service provider, press
and hold the middle of the volume key as long as you speak. To answer and speak
to the default channel after the time defined by the network operator or service
provider, press and hold the middle of the volume key as long as you speak.
■Switch a call between the phone and headset
To switch the phone call or PTT call between the headset and a compatible Nokia
phone, press and hold the answer/end key, or use the respective function in your
phone.

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■Use the headset with several phones
You can pair the headset with up to eight phones but connect it to only one phone
at a time.
The phone that was first paired with the headset is the default phone. If the
headset is switched on within 10 meters (30 feet) of several paired phones, the
headset tries to connect to the default phone.
If the headset cannot connect to the default phone, the headset tries to connect
to the last used phone. If the headset cannot connect to this phone either, one of
the other six paired phones can be connected to the headset. To make the
connection, see the user guide of your phone.
■Clear the settings
If you want to clear all the settings from the headset (for example, the list of
paired devices), press and hold the power key and the volume key up for 10
seconds. After the settings are cleared, the headset beeps twice, and the red,
green, and blue indicator lights alternate for several seconds.

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4. Battery information
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. The full performance of a new battery is
achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. 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 a
fully charged battery connected to a charger, since overcharging may shorten its lifetime. If
left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over time.
Never use any charger 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.

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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 it
to dry completely.
• 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 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.
• Do not paint the device. Paint can clog the moving parts and prevent proper operation.
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.