Polsen hca-12mb User manual

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-12MB
BLUETOOTH
HEADSET
AROUND-EAR
WITH MICROPHONE
PRODUCT
MANUAL

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AROUND-EAR
BLUETOOTH HEADSET
WITH MICROPHONE
HCA-12MB
CONTENTS
Introduction�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Precautions �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4
Overview�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Charging the HCA-12MB�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Turning On the HCA-12MB�������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Pairing and Connecting ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6-7
Wearing the Headset���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8
Controlling Audio Playback����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8
Using the Call Functions������������������������������������������������������������������������������8-9
Voice Control Function �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������10
Using the Included Audio Cable�������������������������������������������������������������������10
Troubleshooting��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������11-14
Specications �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15
One-Year Limited Warranty���������������������������������������������������������������������������16

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING POLSEN.
This Bluetooth headset makes it easy for you to wirelessly play your music and manage your
phone calls� Ideal for use with your Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone, you can use it with
nearly any compatible Bluetooth device, including computers and MP3 players� It’s simple
to set up and use, and features advanced functions and an LED that indicates the status of
the headset� The headset delivers clear, dynamic sound, with cushioned around-ear cups
that provide isolation, allowing you to enjoy your music in comfort and without extraneous
distractions�
Among the benets you’ll enjoy:
• Control audio playback:play/pause, next/last track, and volume
• Manage phone calls:send, accept, ignore, and redial
• Audio switch function:switch the audio from the headset to your phone mid-call without
interrupting the Bluetooth connection
• Voice control on supported devices
• Included stereo 3�5 mm male-to-male audio cable for passive, wired listening
• Collapsible design for easy storage and transport
• Internal, USB-rechargeable Li-ion battery

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PRECAUTIONS
• Please read and follow these instructions and keep this manual in a safe place�
• Keep this product out of the reach of children�
• Be mindful of your surrounding environment when using this product� Do not use this
product while driving an automobile, operating machinery, or performing other tasks that
require your full attention�
• Keep this product away from pacemakers and similar implanted devices� This product’s
internal magnets may cause harmful interference�
• Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss� Avoid listening at high
volumes for extended periods of time�
• This product is not water resistant� Keep it away from rain, snow, humidity, and general
moisture� Do not use this product if it becomes wet�
• Do not use or store this product in ammable conditions (such as environments containing
ammable gases or liquid chemicals). This can damage the headset, start a re, or cause an
electrical shock�
• Do not expose this product to open ames or dispose of it in a re. Doing so can cause the
internal battery to explode�
• Do not store or use this product at temperatures above 113ºF (45ºC).
• Clean this product with only a soft, dry cloth�
• In order to prolong the headset’s battery life, turn off the headset after use�
• To avoid damaging the headset, turn it off before extended periods of disuse, and charge the
battery at least once every two months�
• All photos are for illustrative purposes only�
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OVERVIEW
1. Play/pause
2. Next track
3. Previous track
4. Status LED
5. Volume up
6. Volume down
7. USB Micro-B charging port
8. 3�5 mm headphone jack
9. Power button
10. Talk button
11. Microphone
12. USB Standard-A male to
Micro-B male charging cable
13. Stereo 3�5 mm male-to-
male audio cable
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CHARGING THE HCA-12MB
Before using the HCA-12MB for the rst time, you will need to charge it. To charge the
HCA-12MB, open the port cover on the bottom of the headset’s left ear cup, and use the included
USB cable to plug the headset into a USB power source� The USB power source can be your
computer or a USB power adapter (not included).
When the HCA-12MB is charging, the status LED will glow red� When charging is complete, the
status LED will turn off� Charging time should take approximately two hours�
Note: Before using the HCA-12MB for the rst time, charge it for at least three hours.
TURNING ON THE HCA-12MB
To turn on the HCA-12MB, press and hold the power button� The headset will emit a beep upon
turning on� The LED will blink blue a few times and then alternate between red and blue�
To turn off your headset, press and hold the power button until the headset emits a beep, and the
status LED quickly ashes red and then turns off.
Low-power warning: When battery power is low, the status LED will rapidly ash two times and
emit a beep every 30 seconds� At this point, we recommend recharging the headset�
Automatic power-saving function:The headset will automatically power off if it is unpaired for
three minutes�
PAIRING AND CONNECTING
The rst time you use the HCA-12MB with your device, you will need to pair them. Pairing registers
the headset with your device and saves the headset’s Bluetooth prole for future use. After they

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have been paired, you will be able to automatically connect the HCA-12MB to your device� This
saves time and makes it easier for you to connect the headset and your device in the future�
To pair the HCA-12MB with your device, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the power button for about ten seconds, until the status LED blinks alternately
blue and red� The headset is now discoverable�
2. On your device, enter Bluetooth settings and search for Bluetooth devices�
3. Select “HCA-12MB” when it appears on the list of discovered Bluetooth devices�
Note:If your device requires you to enter a code in order to pair it with the headset, enter 0000
(four zeroes).
4. After successfully pairing, the headset’s status LED will blink blue�
Note:For more information on your device’s Bluetooth capabilities, consult your device’s user
manual�
If the headset becomes disconnected from the device, the headset will enter standby mode and its
status LED will blink red�
Automatic reconnect function:To automatically reconnect the headset with the device to which
it was most recently connected, press the headset’s power button�
As you turn the headset off, you can set the automatic reconnect function to activate the next time
you turn on the headset� To do this, press and hold the power button and release it immediately
when the headset beeps and the status LED blinks blue. The status LED will quickly ash red and
the headset will turn off� The next time you turn on your headset, it will automatically reconnect to
the device to which it was most recently connected�

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WEARING THE HEADSET
Wear the headset with the controls on your left side� You can use your thumb to access the power
and talk buttons and your index and other ngers to access the play/pause, volume, and track
buttons�
Expand the length of the headset’s headband by gently pulling each ear cup
while holding the headband�
To store the headset, collapse the headband to it shortest
length and fold the ear cups inward�
CONTROLLING AUDIO PLAYBACK
You can use the HCA-12MB to wirelessly control audio playback on your Bluetooth-enabled device�
Using the onboard controls is easy and intuitive—the buttons are conveniently arranged and clearly
marked with familiar icons�
Note: Some devices require you to open the music player or select a song� For more details, consult
your device’s instruction manual�
To play or pause your music, press the play/pause button�
To adjust the volume of the headset, press the volume up or down buttons�
To skip forward or backward one track, press the next or previous track buttons�
USING THE CALL FUNCTIONS
Once the HCA-12MB is connected to your mobile phone, you can use it to control your phone’s call
functions� This makes it easy for you to smoothly handle your phone calls with a single button and
without reaching for your mobile phone�

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To answer a call, follow these steps:
1. When a call comes in, you will hear your ring tone via the headset, and the status LED will blink
red and blue at the same time�
If you are listening to music when a call comes in, the music will pause, and you will hear your
ring tone� Your music will resume after the phone call�
Note:When receiving an incoming call, some mobile phones may require you to manually
select the Bluetooth headset as the audio source�
2. Press the talk button to answer the phone� The headset LED will blink blue for the duration of
the call�
To hang up, press the talk button again�
To redial your mobile phone’s most recent outgoing call, press the talk button twice when the
phone is idle�
To ignore an incoming call, quickly press the talk button twice�
Switch function:During a phone call, you can switch from the headset to your phone via the
headset’s play/pause button� This is a convenient way to make a quick swap without disconnecting
or turning off the headset or accessing the phone’s Bluetooth menu�
To switch from the headset to your phone, follow these steps:
1. During a phone call, press and hold the headset’s play/pause button� The audio will switch to
the phone, and you will be able to use the phone instead of the headset�
2. To switch back to the headset, press and hold the headset’s play/pause button again�

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VOICE CONTROL FUNCTION
Voice control gives you hands-free control over your device’s audio and call functions� By speaking
to your device, you can control audio playback, dial your contacts, and more�
To activate the voice-control function, press and hold the talk button for 2 to 3 seconds and then
release� You will hear a tone through the headset as voice control activates�
Note:Voice control is available only on devices that support the feature� Functionality will vary by
device�
USING THE INCLUDED AUDIO CABLE
The HCA-12MB comes with a stereo audio cable that you can use to connect the headset to an
audio source that has a 3�5 mm audio output� This lets you use the headset as a pair of passive
wired headphones and is useful if you want to connect the headset to a device that is not
Bluetooth-enabled�
To use the included audio cable, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the headset is turned off�
2. Pull back the port cover on the bottom of the headset’s left ear cup�
3. Plug one end of the cable into the headset’s 3�5 mm headphone jack�
4. Plug the other end of the cable into the audio output of a stereo audio source�
Note: When the HCA-12MB is plugged into your device, the audio control and call functions will not
be available�

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Problem Solution
The headset will not
turn on�
Make sure the headset is fully charged�
The headset will not
charge�
Make sure the USB charging cable is fully plugged into both the
headset and the USB power source�
Turn the headset off and disconnect the USB charging cable from the
headset and the power source� Reconnect the USB charging cable and
try charging the headset�
If you are using a USB AC adapter, make sure that the adapter is
properly plugged into the outlet, and that the adapter and the outlet
are operational� Try using a different USB AC adapter or outlet�
If you are using a computer’s USB port for power, make sure that the
computer is powered on and that the USB port is operational� Try
using a different USB port on the computer�
Make sure the USB charging cable is reliable� Try using a different USB
Standard-A male to Micro-B male cable�
TROUBLESHOOTING
The HCA-12MB headset is easy to set up and use, and it should run smoothly under normal
operation� If you happen to experience problems with the headset, this troubleshooting chart
should help you solve them�

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Problem Solution
My device is unable
to pair or connect
with the headset�
Make sure the headset is powered on�
Make sure that the headset is discoverable and that your device is
searching for Bluetooth devices�
The headset or your device may be low on power� Make sure the
headset and your device are fully charged�
The Bluetooth signal between the headset and your device may be
weak. Make sure that the headset is within range (32.8' or 10 m) of
your device and that there are no large obstructions between the two�
Turn off the headset, and then turn it on again�
Turn off your device, and then turn it on again�
Delete your device’s history of paired Bluetooth devices, and restart
your device before making another attempt to pair it with the headset�

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Problem Solution
The headset is
connected to my
device, but there is
no sound coming
through the headset�
Make sure that the headset and your device have successfully
established a Bluetooth connection�
Make sure the volume controls on the headset and your device are not
set to minimum or mute�
Turn up the volume on your device�
Turn up the volume on the headset�
Make sure you have not switched the audio from the headset to your
device�
If you are attempting to listen to music, your device may require you to
open the music player or select a song�
Disconnect and then reconnect the headset to your device� You may
need to restart your device’s music player after the headset and your
device have successfully established a Bluetooth connection�
Delete your device’s history of paired Bluetooth devices, and then
restart your device before making another attempt to pair it with the
headset�

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Problem Solution
The headset
is successfully
connected to my
device, but it only
supports the call
functions� The audio
playback functions
are not working, or
I can’t hear any
music�
On some devices, you will need to select the song in the device’s media
player before playing it via the headset�
If you are listening to music when a call comes in, the music will pause,
and you will hear your ring tone� Your music will resume after the phone
call�
Disconnect and then reconnect the headset to your device� You may
need to restart your device’s music player after the headset and your
device have successfully established a Bluetooth connection�
Some devices support the call functions but not the audio playback
functions�
The headphone is
emitting sizzling or
popping noises, or
the sound coming
through the headset
is intermittent or
distorted�
The Bluetooth signal between the headset and your device may be
weak. Make sure that the headset is within range (32.8' or 10 m) of your
device and that there are no large obstructions between the two�
The headset or your device may be low on power� Make sure the
headset and your device are fully charged�
If you are streaming from a wireless network, your device’s wireless
networking signal may be poor� Move the headset and your device away
from anything that may cause interference with the wireless networking
signal, like a microwave oven or another wireless device� If your device
is streaming via a Wi-Fi network, try moving the device closer to the
wireless router�
Note: For more information on your specic Bluetooth-enabled device, consult your device’s instruction manual.

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SPECIFICATIONS
HEADPHONES
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20 Hz to 20 kHz
OUTPUT POWER 10 mW per earphone
BLUETOOTH
BLUETOOTH SPECIFICATION v2�1 +EDR
FREQUENCY COVERAGE 2.402 to 2.480 GHz ISM band
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER STANDARD Class 2
WIRELESS RANGE 32�8' (10 m)
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERY 3�7 V, 300 mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery
CHARGING POWER USB port, DC 5 V, 500 mA
CHARGING TIME 2 hours
OPERATING TIME Approximately 9 hours
STANDBY TIME (PAIRED) 75 hours
WEIGHT 7.9 oz. (223 g)

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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Polsen provides a limited warranty to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year
from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
Polsen’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or
replacement, at Polsen’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal consumer use�
Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by Polsen. If the product has been
discontinued, we reserve the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function�
To obtain warranty coverage, contact Polsen to obtain a return merchandise authorization
(“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Polsen, along with the RMA number and
proof of purchase� Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk�
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration,
abuse, improper installation or maintenance� EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, POLSEN MAKES
NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specic legal rights, and you may also have
additional rights that vary from state to state�
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