Samsung HM1700 User manual

Headset
HM1700

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Español.................................................................................................... 37
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Getting started
Your headset overview............................................................................... 5
Button functions........................................................................................... 6
Charging the headset................................................................................. 7
Wearing the headset................................................................................... 9
Using your headset
Turning the headset on or off................................................................11
Using voice prompts.................................................................................12
Pairing and connecting the headset..................................................14
Using call functions ...................................................................................19
Resetting the headset...............................................................................23
Contents

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Appendix
Frequently asked questions...................................................................24
Certification and Safety approvals .....................................................26
UL certified travel adapter......................................................................27
STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY..........................................................28
Specifications...............................................................................................36

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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.
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Please read this manual before operating your headset, and keep it for future reference.
Graphics used in this manual are for illustration purposes. The actual products may vary.

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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 authorized service center to repair it.
Keep your device and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals.
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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).
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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
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hands. Water damage to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Avoid using your device’s light close to the eyes of children or animals.
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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 loud sounds can cause hearing damage. Exposure to loud
sounds while driving may distract your attention and cause an accident. Use only the
minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation.

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Getting started
Your headset overview
Package includes and not limited to ear rubbers, ear hook and user manual.•
The items supplied with your headset may vary depending on your region.•
Talk button
Indicator light
Microphone
Volume button
Ear hook
Charger jack
Power switch
Earpiece

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Button functions
Button Function
Power
switch Slide the switch to turn the headset on or off.•
Talk
Press and hold for 3 seconds to enter Pairing mode.•
Press to make or answer a call.•
Press to end a call.•
Press and hold to reject incoming call.•
Press and hold to place a call on hold.•
Press and hold to switch between calls.•
Volume Press to adjust the volume.•
Press and hold to turn the microphone on or off during a call.•

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Charging the headset
This headset has a rechargeable internal battery which is non-removable. Make sure the headset is
fully charged before using it for the first time.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Unauthorized or Non-Samsung chargers could
cause damage to the headset or in extreme circumstances an explosion, it could also
invalidate any warranty on the product.
Connect the charger to the charger jack.1
Plug the charger in to the wall outlet. During charging, the2
indicator light will turn red.
If charging does not begin, unplug the travel adapter and plug
it in again.
When the headset is fully charged, the red indicator light3
changes to blue. Unplug the travel adapter from the wall outlet
and the headset.

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Repeatedly charging and discharging of the headset, over time will cause the 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
To check the battery level, press and hold the
Volume down button and the Talk button at the
same time. 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 headset battery is low
The headset beeps and the indicator light flashes red. If the headset powers off during a call, the
call will be automatically transferred to the phone.