Polsen HCO-10MB User manual

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-10MB
BLUETOOTH
HEADSET
ON-EAR
WITH MICROPHONE
PRODUCT
MANUAL

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ON-EAR
BLUETOOTH HEADSET
WITH MICROPHONE
HCO-10MB
CONTENTS
Introduction�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Precautions �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4
Overview�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Charging the HCO-10MB ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Turning On the HCO-10MB������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Pairing and Connecting ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������7
Wearing the Headset���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8
Controlling Audio Playback����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8
Using the Call Functions������������������������������������������������������������������������������8-9
Activating the Key Lock�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������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-enabled device, including computers and MP3 players� It’s
easy to set up and use, and it features advanced functions and an LED that indicates the
status of the headset� The headset delivers clear, dynamic sound, with cushioned on-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 control
• Manage phone calls:send, accept, and redial
• Voice control on supported devices
• Included stereo 3�5 mm male-to-male audio cable for passive, wired listening
• Internal, USB-rechargeable Li-ion polymer 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. Power button
2. Multifunction button
3. Status LED
4. USB Micro-B charging port
5. 3�5 mm headphone jack
6. Microphone
7. USB Standard-A male to
Micro-B male charging cable
8. Stereo 3�5 mm male-to-
male audio cable
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CHARGING THE HCO-10MB
Before using the HCO-10MB for the rst time, you will need to charge it. To charge the HCO-10MB,
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 HCO-10MB is charging, the status LED will blink red� When charging is complete, the
status LED will glow red� Charging time should take approximately two to three hours�
Note: Before using the HCO-10MB for the rst time, charge it for at least four hours.
TURNING ON THE HCO-10MB
To turn on the HCO-10MB, press and hold the power button� The headset will emit a beep upon
turning on� The status LED will glow and then blink blue�
To turn off the HCO-10MB, press and hold the power button until the headset emits a beep, and
the status LED briey glows blue and then turns off.
Low-power warning: When battery power is low, the status LED will rapidly ash red and emit a
beep every 30 seconds� At this point, we recommend recharging the headset�

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PAIRING AND CONNECTING
The rst time you use the HCO-10MB 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
have been paired, you will be able to automatically connect the HCO-10MB 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 HCO-10MB with your device, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the headset is powered off�
2. Press and hold the power button for approximately eight seconds, until the headset emits two
beeps and the status LED ashes alternately blue and red. The headset is now discoverable.
3. On your device, enter Bluetooth settings and search for Bluetooth devices�
4. Select “HCO-10MB” 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).
5. After successfully pairing and connecting, the headset will emit a beep and the status LED will
blink blue�
Note:For more information on your device’s Bluetooth capabilities, consult your device’s user
manual�

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WEARING THE HEADSET
Wear the headset with the controls on your left side� You can use your thumb
to easily access the power and multifunction buttons�
Adjust the headset’s t by gently sliding the ear cups up and down their slots
in the headband�
CONTROLLING AUDIO PLAYBACK
You can use the HCO-10MB to wirelessly control audio playback on your Bluetooth-enabled device�
Using the onboard controls is easy and intuitive—the multifunction button is conveniently located
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 multifunction button �
To increase the volume of the headset, rock the multifunction button backward � To decrease
the volume of the headset, rock the multifunction button forward � You can rock and hold it to
continuously adjust the volume�
To skip forward one track, rock the multifunction button forward twice � To skip backward one
track, rock the multifunction button backward twice �
USING THE CALL FUNCTIONS
Once the HCO-10MB 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,
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 ash
blue�
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 power button to answer the phone�
To hang up, press the power button again� The headset will emit a beep and hang up�
To redial your mobile phone’s most recent outgoing call, press and hold the power button for three
seconds when the phone is idle� The headset will emit a long and a short beep and redial the last
number�
ACTIVATING THE KEY LOCK
The key-lock function deactivates the buttons on the headset to prevent you from accidentally
engaging your connected device�
To activate the key lock function, press the multifunction button twice� The headset will emit two
tones in descending order� To deactivate the key-lock function, press the multifunction button twice
again� The headset will emit two tones in ascending order�

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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 the headset’s power button when your device is in
standby or music mode�
Note:Voice control is available only on devices that support the feature� Functionality will vary by
device�
USING THE INCLUDED AUDIO CABLE
The HCO-10MB 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 powered off�
2. Plug one end of the cable into the headset’s 3�5 mm headphone jack�
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the audio output of a stereo audio source�
Note:When the HCO-10MB is plugged into your device, the audio control and other 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 HCO-10MB 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�
The buttons on the
headset are not
responding�
Make sure the key-lock function is not activated�

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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�
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
EARPHONE DIAMETER 1.6” (40 mm)
IMPEDANCE 32 Ω
SPL 93 dB @ 1 kHz
RATED POWER 20 mW per earphone
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20 Hz to 20 kHz
MICROPHONE
MICROPHONE DIAMETER 0.3” (6.5 mm)
POLAR PATTERN Omnidirectional (360º)
SPL -42 dB ±3 dB
IMPEDANCE ≤2,200 Ω
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30 Hz to 16 kHz
OPERATING VOLTAGE 4�5 V
BLUETOOTH
BLUETOOTH SPECIFICATION v2.1 +EDR
FREQUENCY COVERAGE 2.402 to 2.480 GHz ISM band
WIRELESS RANGE 32.8' (10 m)
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERY 3.7 V, 250 mAh rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery
CHARGING POWER USB port, DC 5 V, 500 mA
CHARGING TIME 3 hours
OPERATING TIME Approximately 8 hours
WEIGHT 5.6 oz. (158.8 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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