Samsung HM3700 User manual

Bluetooth
HEADSET
HM3700

Please read this manual before operating your headset, and keep it for future
reference.
Graphics used in this manual is for illustration purposes. The actual products may
vary.
Copyright
Copyright © 2011 Samsung Electronics
This user manual is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this user manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including
photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval
system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.
Trademarks
•• SAMSUNG, and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung
Electronics.
•• Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
More information about Bluetooth is available at www.bluetooth.com.
•• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
This product includes certain free/open source software.
The exact terms of the licenses, disclaimers, acknowledgements and notices are
available on the Samsung’s website opensource.samsung.com.

Please read all Safety precautions before using your headset to ensure safe and
proper use.
Safety precautions
•• When using your headset while driving, follow local regulations in the region you are in.
•• Never disassemble or modify your headset for any reason. Doing this may cause the
headset to malfunction or become combustible. Bring the headset to an authorised
service centre to repair it.
•• Keep your device and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals.
Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed.
•• Avoid exposing your device to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C or above
45 °C).
Extreme temperatures can cause the deformation of the device and reduce the
charging capacity and life of your device.
•• Do not allow your device to get wet — liquids can cause serious damage. Do not
handle your device with wet hands. Water damage to your device can void your
manufacturer’swarranty.
•• Avoid using your device’s light close to the eyes of children or animals.
•• Do not use the device during a thunderstorm. Thunderstorms can cause the device
to malfunction and increase the risk of electric shock.
Excessive exposure to sound at high volumes can cause hearing
damage. Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones
into an audio source and use only the minimum volume setting
necessary to hear your conversation or music.

Charging the headset
This headset has a rechargeable internal battery which is non-removable. Ensure
that you fully charge the battery before using the headset for the first time.
1 Plug the small end of the travel adapter into the charger jack.
2 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet.
During charging, the indicator light will turn red. If charging does not begin,
unplug the travel adapter and plug it in again.
3 When the headset is fully charged, the indicator light changes to blue. Unplug
the travel adapter from the power outlet and the headset.
•• Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unauthorised or Non-Samsung
chargers may cause an explosion or damage to the headset and could
invalidate any warranty on the product.
•• Over time, after many charging and discharging cycles, battery
performance will diminish. This is normal for all rechargeable batteries.
•• Never make or receive calls while charging, always disconnect your
headset from the charger and answer the call.

Checking the battery level
At the same time, press and hold the Volume down button and the Talk button.
Depending on the battery level, the indicator light flashes 5 times in one of the
following colors:
Battery level Indicator light color
Above 80% Blue
80 ~20% Violet
Below 20% Red
When the battery power is low
The headset beeps and the indicator light flashes red. Recharge the battery. If the
headset powers off during a call, the call will be automatically transferred to the
phone.
Wearing the headset
Place the headset on your ear. Depending on which ear you are going to wear the
headset, simply adjust the ear hook accordingly.

Using your headset
This section explains how to turn the headset on, pair and connect to the phone,
and use various functions.
•• Activated functions and features may differ depending on the phone type.
•• Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your headset.
To ensure you get the best performance from your headset.
•• Keep the distance between your headset and device as small as possible
and avoid placing your body or other objects in the signals path.
•• If you usually use your mobile phone with your right hand, wear the headset
on your right ear.
•• Covering your headset or device could effect its performance so keep
contact to a minimum.
Turning the headset on or off
Slide the power switch to turn the headset on. The blue indicator light flashes 4
times.
Slide the power switch to turn the headset off. Both blue and red indicator lights
flash.

Using voice prompts
Voice prompts will inform you about the current status of the headset and usage
instructions.
To turn voice prompts on
With the headset turned on, press and hold the Volume up button for 4 seconds.
To turn voice prompts off
With the headset turned on, press and hold the Volume down button for 4
seconds.
Using voice commands
Your Headset can control your Handset using your voice though it
To activate voice commands
Press Talk button in Pairing mode.
Pairing and connecting the headset
Pairing will create a unique and encrypted wireless link between two Bluetooth-
enabled devices, such as a Bluetooth phone and your Bluetooth headset.
To use the headset with other Bluetooth devices, the devices must be paired.
When trying to pair the two devices, keep the headset and the phone reasonably
close together. After pairing, you can connect the two devices.

Pairing and connecting the headset with a phone
1 Enter Pairing mode.
With the headset turned on, press and hold the Talk button until the
indicator light turns blue and stays lit after blinking.
When you turn on the headset for the first time, it automatically enters
Pairing mode.
2 Activate the Bluetooth feature on your phone and search for the headset (see
your phone’s user manual).
3 Select the headset (HM3700) from the list of devices found by your phone.
4 If requested, enter the Bluetooth PIN (0000, 4 zeros) to pair and connect the
headset to your phone.
•• Your headset supports the Simple Pairing feature which allows the
headset to be paired with a Bluetooth device without requesting a PIN. This
feature is available for devices that are compliant with Bluetooth version
2.1 or higher.

Connecting with two Bluetooth phones
With the Multi-point feature activated, your headset can be connected with two
Bluetooth phones at the same time.
1 Connect with the first Bluetooth phone.
2 Activate Multi-point feature.
••Enter Pairing mode and press and hold the Volume up button.
3 Activate the Bluetooth feature on the second Bluetooth phone and search
for the headset (see your phone’s user manual).
4 Select the headset (HM3700) from the list of devices found by the second
Bluetooth phone.
5If requested, enter the Bluetooth PIN 0000 (4 zeros) to connect the headset
to the second Bluetooth phone.
6 Reconnect to the headset from the first Bluetooth phone.
•• When the headset connects to two Bluetooth phones, some phones may
not connect to the headset as the second Bluetooth phone.
To turn Multi-point feature on or off
•• In Pairing mode, press and hold the Volume up button to turn the Multi-
point feature on or the Volume down button to turn the Multi-point feature
off.

Disconnecting the headset
To disconnect the headset from your phone,
Turn off the headset or use the Bluetooth menu on your phone.
Reconnecting the headset
When the headset is paired with a phone, it will attempt to automatically reconnect
each time you turn it on. This feature may be unavailable on some phones.
If the headset does not automatically attempt to reconnect,
Press the Talk button or use the Bluetooth menu on your phone.
If the Multi-point feature is activated, your headset will attempt to reconnect
to the two most recently connected phones.
Pairing via the Active pairing feature
With the Active pairing feature, your headset can automatically search for a
Bluetooth phone and try to make a connection with it.
This feature is available for mobile phones, but the phone’s Bluetooth visibility
option must be set to on.
1In Pairing mode, press and hold the Talk button to enter Active pairing
mode.
2 The indicator’s light turns violet.
3The headset will search for a Bluetooth phone within range, and attempt to
pair with it.

•• Ensure the phone you wish to connect to is within range of the headset.
Place the headset and phone close to each other to avoid pairing with
other devices.
•• The Bluetooth phone you want to connect with must not be paired with
other devices. If the phone is already connected to another device, end the
connection and restart the Active pairing feature.
•• This feature may be unavailable on some devices.
Using call functions
••Available call functions may vary depending on the phone.
•• * These functions are available only on the Hands-Free profile. For
more information, see your phone’s user manual.
Making a call
Redialing the latest Number dialed
To redial the latest number of the primary phone, press and hold the Talk button.
To redial the latest number of the secondary phone, press the Talk button twice.
For some phones, pressing the Talk button opens the call log list.
Press the Talk button again to dial the selected number.
Dialing a number by voice*
Press the Talk button, and then say a name to dial a number by voice.
Answering a call

When you hear incoming call tones, press the Talk button to answer a call.
•• When two calls from the two connected phones come in, you can answer
the call of the first phone.
Ending a call
Press the Talk button to end a call.
Rejecting a call*
Press and hold the Talk button to reject a call when a call comes in.
Using options during a call
You can use the following functions during the call.
Adjusting the volume
Press the Volume up or down button to adjust the volume.
Muting the microphone
Press and hold the Volume up or down button to turn the microphone off so that
the person with whom you are speaking cannot hear you. When the microphone
is turned off, the headset beeps at regular intervals. Press and hold the Volume
up or down button again to turn the microphone back on.
Transferring a call from the phone to the headset
Press the Talk button to transfer a call from the phone to the headset.

Placing a call on hold*
Press and hold the Talk button to place the current call on hold.
When the headset is connected with two Bluetooth phones, you cannot
answer a second call from the same phone.
Answering a second call*
•• Press the Talk button to end the first call and answer a second call from the
same phone when you hear call waiting tones.
•• Press and hold the Talk button to place the first call on hold and answer a
second call of the same phone when you hear call waiting tones.
•• To switch between the current call and the held call, press and hold the Talk
button.
Answering a new call from the second phone*
•• Press the Talk button to end the first call and answer a second call from the
other phone when you hear call waiting tones.
•• Press and hold the Talk button to place the first call on hold and answer a
second call from the other phone when you hear call waiting tones.
•• To switch between the current call and the held call, press and hold the Talk
button.

Appendix
Frequently asked questions
Will my headset
work with laptops,
PCs, and PDAs? Your headset will work with Bluetooth devices
that support same headset’s Bluetooth profiles.
Why do I hear static
or interference
while on a call? Appliances such as cordless phones and
wireless networking equipment may cause
interference, which usually sounds like static. To
reduce any interference, keep the headset away
from other devices that use or produce radio
waves.
Will my headset
interfere with my
car’s electronics,
radio, or computer?
Your headset emits signals that are in
compliance with the international Bluetooth
standard. Therefore, you should not expect any
interference with standard, consumer-grade
electronic equipment.
Can other Bluetooth
phone users hear
my conversation? When you pair your headset to your Bluetooth
phone, you are creating a private link between
only these two Bluetooth devices. The wireless
Bluetooth technology used in your headset is not

easily monitored by third parties because
Bluetooth wireless signals are significantly lower
in radio frequency power than those produced by
a typical mobile phone.
Why do I hear an
echo while on a
call? Adjust the headset volume, or move to another
area and try again.
How do I clean my
headset? Wipe it with a soft dry cloth.
The headset does
not fully charge. The headset and the travel adapter may not
have been connected properly.Separate the
headset from the travel adapter, reconnect, and
charge the headset.
I cannot use all the
features described
in the manual.
Available features may vary depending on the
connected device. If your headset is connected
to two devices at once, some features may be
unavailable.

Certification and Safety approvals
FCC
FCC ID: A3LHM3700
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.
The device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
Users are not permitted to make changes or modify the device in any way.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Samsung will void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada
IC ID: 649E-HM3700
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause interference and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. The term
“IC:” before the certification/registration number only signifies that registration
was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry
Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry
Canada approved the equipment.

UL certified travel adapter
The travel adapter for this headset has met applicable UL safety requirements.
Please adhere to the following safety instructions per UL guidelines.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH AMERICA, USE AN
ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR OF THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR
THE POWER OUTLET.
THIS POWER UNIT IS INTENDED TO BE CORRECTLY ORIENTATED IN A
VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION.

STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY
What is Covered and For How Long?
SAMSUNG TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, LLC (“SAMSUNG”)
warrants to the original purchaser (“Purchaser”) that SAMSUNG’s phones and
accessories (“Products”) are free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase and
continuing for the following specified period of time after that date:
Phone 1 Year
Batteries 1 Year
Case/Pouch/Holster 90 Days
Other Phone Accessories 1 Year
What is Not Covered?
This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of Product by Purchaser.
This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from
accident, misuse, abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure
to moisture or dampness, neglect, unusual physical, electrical or
electromechanical stress, or defects in appearance, cosmetic, decorative or
structural items, including framing, and any nonoperative parts unless caused by
SAMSUNG; (b) defects or damage resulting from excessive force or use of a
metallic object when pressing on a touch screen; (c) equipment that has the serial
number or the enhancement data code removed, defaced,damaged, altered or
made illegible; Some of the contents in this manual may differ from your phone
depending on the software of the phone or your service provider.

(d) any plastic surfaces or other externally exposed parts that are scratched or
damaged due to normal use; (e) malfunctions resulting from the use of Product
in conjunction or connection with accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral
equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG; (f) defects or damage from
improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or adjustment
not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage from external
causes such as collision with an object, or from fire, flooding, sand, dirt, windstorm,
lightning, earthquake, or from exposure to weather conditions, or battery leakage,
theft, blown fuse, or improper use of any electrical source; (h) defects or damage
caused by cellular signal reception or transmission, or viruses or other software
problems introduced into the Product; (i) any other acts which are not the
fault of SAMSUNG; or (j) Product used or purchased outside the United States.
This Limited Warranty covers batteries only if battery capacity falls below 80% of
rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this LimitedWarranty does not cover any
battery if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not specified or
approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, (ii) any of the seals on the
battery are broken or show evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been
used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is specified.
What are SAMSUNG’s Obligations?
During the applicable warranty period, SAMSUNG will repair or replace, at
SAMSUNG’s sole option, without charge to Purchaser, any defective component
part of Product. To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must

return Product to an authorized phone service facility in an adequate container for
shipping, accompanied by Purchaser’s sales receipt or comparable substitute
proof of sale showing the original date of purchase, the serial number of Product
and the sellers’ name and address. To obtain assistance on where to deliver the
Product, call Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-987-4357. Upon receipt,
SAMSUNG will promptly repair or replace the defective Product. SAMSUNG may,
at SAMSUNG’s sole option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new parts or
components when repairing any Product or replace Product with a rebuilt,
reconditioned or new Product.
Repaired/replaced cases, pouches and holsters will be warranted for a period of
ninety (90) days. All other repaired/replaced Product will be warranted for a period
equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product
or for 90 days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and
equipment shall become the property of SAMSUNG. If SAMSUNG determines
that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must pay all
parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product.
What are the Limits On SAMSUNG’s Liability?
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN,
PURCHASER TAKES THE PRODUCT “AS IS,” AND SAMSUNG MAKES NO
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION AND THERE ARE NO CONDITIONS, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH
RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
• THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THE PRODUCT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE;