Uniden BT359 User manual

BT359 Bluetooth® Headset
User’s Guide
Also in this package:
Extra ear cushion AC (indoor) power adapter
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Getting to Know the Headset
Using the headset at excessive volume can
cause permanent hearing loss. To reduce the
risk of hearing damage, use the minimum
volume level necessary (see page 17).
Reading the LEDs
State Meaning
Flashing together The headset is turned on.
1 ash every 5
seconds The headset is in pairing mode.
2 ashes every 5
seconds
The headset is currently paired to a
Bluetooth device.
Steady The headset is charging. The LEDs
turn o when the battery is charged.
Alternately ashing The headset is in pairing mode.
Speaker
(inside ear
cushion)
Multi-
function
button
Ear
cushion
Power
connector
Speaker
(inside ear
cushion)
Multi-
function
button
Ear
cushion
Power
connector
Ear hook
Volume
Down
button LEDs
Volume Up
button
Ear hook
Volume
Down
button LEDs
Volume Up
button

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Using the Buttons
The buttons only activate the function when you release them.
Muti-function
Press to Press & hold for
2 seconds to 4 seconds to
In standby: redial the last number.
While a call is ringing: answer
the call.
On a call: hang up.
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In standby: activate voice dialing.
While a call is ringing: reject the call.
On a call: send the call to your phone.
When the headset is o: turn it on.
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In standby:
turn the
headset o.
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VoluMe up
Press to Press & hold for
2 seconds to 4 seconds to
On a call: increase
the volume.
– In standby: activate voice
dialing on your 2nd phone.
– On a call: put the current call on
hold and switch to a waiting call.
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VoluMe Down
Press to Press & hold for
2 seconds to 4 seconds to
On a call: decrease
the volume.
–In standby: redial the last number
on your 2nd phone.
On a call: mute the microphone.
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On a call: hang up the current
call and switch to a waiting
call.
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Setting Up Your Headset
Charge the Battery
Before using your headset, charge the battery for at least 2 hours.
Charging the battery completely (and keeping it charged) will help you
get the longest possible talk and standby time out of the battery. With
average use, the battery provides about 4 hours of talk time and 120
hours of standby time.

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Connect the adapter to the power connector on the top of the headset,
then plug it into any standard 120 V AC (regular indoor) power outlet.
Use ONLY the power adapter supplied with the headset! Using any other adapter
could damage your headset, create a re hazard, or cause a risk of electric shock!
Checking the battery
When the battery is low, the headset sounds an alert tone every 20
seconds. To check the current status of the battery, press VoluMe up and
VoluMe Down at the same time. The headset announces the battery status
as “Battery low,”“Battery normal,” or “Battery high.”
Pair the Headset to Your Phone
Pairing “introduces”two Bluetooth devices and gives them permission
to connect to each other. If you want to use the headset with more than
one phone, you need to pair it with each phone separately. Once you
pair a phone to the headset, the two devices can connect automatically
whenever they can detect each other.

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Make sure the headset is powered o and the power adapter is not
connected (you can’t use the headset while it’s charging).
Press & hold Multi-function until the LEDs ash alternately. The
headset is in pairing mode and should be visible to other Bluetooth
devices.
On your phone, start a search for Bluetooth headsets or hands-free
devices. (This process may take several seconds, and it will be dierent
for each mobile phone; see your phone’s owner’s manual for detailed
instructions.)
Your phone should discover a device called a BT359 or BT359 headset.
When your phone asks if you want to pair with this device, answer yes.
When your phone prompts you for a PIN code or password to pair
with the BT359, enter 0000 .
When the headset is paired, the LEDs ash twice every 5 seconds. Your
phone might display a conrmation message, also.
Your phone might ask if you want to change the headset’s name;
generally, you should only change the name if you have more than
one BT359 headset that you use with this phone.
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Connect to Your Phone
Most phones connect to the headset as soon as you pair it; if yours won’t,
turn the headset o and back on. If headset still won’t connect, check
your phone’s owner’s manual for additional Bluetooth information.
Once the headset is paired
Whenever you turn the headset on, it automatically tries to connect to
whatever device it was connected to last.
If the headset loses the connection (e.g., if your phone is out of range),
press Multi-function to reconnect.
Using Your Headset
To put your headset on, insert the ear cushion in your right ear, then
wrap the earhook behind your ear.
Finding the “Sweet Spot”
Everyone’s ear has a sweet spot, a particular angle of the speaker where
the audio comes in loud and clear. Take a few minutes to move the
headset around until you nd the best angle for the ear cushion.
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Switching to Your Left Ear
If you want
to wear the
headset on
your left
ear, take the
earhook o
and turn it
over.
Turning the Headset On and O
To turn on the headset, press & hold Multi-function until you hear the
Power-on melody (about 2 seconds). Press & hold Multi-function for
about 4 seconds to turn the headset o.

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Common Tasks
Make a call
Dial from your phone as usual. Your phone should automatically send the
call to the headset. If it doesn’t, press & hold Multi-function for 2
seconds to send the call to the headset manually.
Answer a call Press Multi-function while the call is ringing.
Hang up a call On a call, press Multi-function .
Reject a call Press & hold Multi-function until you hear a beep (about 2 seconds).
Change the volume On a call, press VoluMe up for more volume or VoluMe Down for less.
Mute the
microphone
Press & hold VoluMe Down for about 2 seconds. While the microphone
is muted, the headset plays a melody every 10 seconds. To turn the
microphone back on, press either VoluMe up or VoluMe Down .
Redial the last
number
With the phone in standby, press Multi-function . When the phone
displays the number, press Multi-function again.
Activate voice
dialing
With the phone in standby, press & hold Multi-function for about 2
seconds. When you hear a beep, you can use any command you have already
programmed into your phone. (The phone must support voice dialing.)
Send a call back to
your phone.
Press & hold Multi-function for 2 seconds. The headset sends the call to
the phone & disconnects from the phone.

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Special Features
Using the Headset with 2 Phones
You can connect your headset to two Bluetooth devices and use them
at the same time. Just pair the headset to the rst phone following the
instructions on page 4. Then, pair the headset to the second phone.
This feature may not be compatible with certain mobile phones.
Using Both Phones
The headset stays connected to both phones until a call comes in. If
you answer the call, the headset disconnects from the other phone for
the duration of the call. When you hang up, the headset automatically
reconnects to the other phone.
Only one phone at a time can be on an active call.
The headset plays a dierent ring tone for each phone so you know
which one is ringing. To answer the call, press Multi-function as usual.
All the button functions remain the same for the rst phone (the one
you paired rst).
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To use last number redial on the second phone, press & hold VoluMe
Down until you hear a beep (about 2 seconds).
To activate voice dialing on the second phone, press & hold VoluMe up
until you hear a beep (about 2 seconds).
Caller ID Announce (English only)
When you receive a call, the headset sounds a ring tone and displays
the Caller ID information. The headset also announces the caller’s phone
number.
Call Waiting
To use this feature, you must subscribe to Call Waiting through your
service provider, and your phone must support the hands-free prole.
When another call comes in while your on the phone, the headset
sounds a tone and displays Caller ID information for the waiting call.
To put your current call on hold and switch to the waiting call, press &
hold VoluMe up until you hear 2 long beeps (about 4 seconds). When
you release the button, you’ll be connected to the waiting call.
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To switch back to the original call, press & hold VoluMe up again.
To hang up your current call and switch to the waiting call, press &
hold VoluMe Down until you hear 2 long beeps (about 4 seconds). When
you release the button, you’ll be connected to the waiting call.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
If you have and issues, see the suggestions in the table below. If these
suggestions don’t help, contact customer support (see the cover for
contact information).
If... Try...
The headset won’t turn on. Charging the battery completely.–
The headset won’t pair
with my phone.
Making sure your phone is in pairing mode. (Check your phone’s
manual for help.)
Turning the headset o. Wait at least 10 seconds, then try again
(see page 5).
Making sure your phone supports the Bluetooth Headset or
Hands Free Prole.
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If... Try...
The headset paired with
my phone, but I can’t hear
anything through it.
Making sure the call connected and is still active.
Making sure the phone transferred the call to the headset. Press
& hold Multi-function for two seconds to transfer the call.
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The headset keeps
beeping, and I don’t know
why.
The battery may be getting low.
Seeing if your phone has lost the network signal. If your phone
sounds an alert when it can’t connect to the network, the
headset passes on this alert.
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I can hear the caller, but
the audio is very weak
or soft.
Turning the speaker volume up.
Moving closer to your phone (if you aren’t carrying it).
Adjusting the ear cushion to nd your“sweet spot”(see page 5).
Keeping the battery fully charged: as the battery gets low, the
speaker gets softer.
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General Information
You cannot use the headset while it is recharging.
Bluetooth wireless devices have a maximum range of 30 feet (10 m); actual range varies
depending on current conditions (obstacles, battery power, interference, etc.).
The headset can only connect to devices that support the Bluetooth headset or hands-free
prole.This product is not compatible with standard cordless phones.
Lithium-polymer battery information
This device contains a lithium-polymer battery. The headset and battery must be recycled or
disposed of properly. Contact your local waste management oce for information on battery
recycling or disposal.
Battery Life
With average use, the battery should provide about 4 hours of talk time and 5 days of standby time.
A battery that is new or left unused for long periods of time can have reduced capacity the rst few
times it is used. For maximum battery life, keep your battery charged.
When the battery is getting low, the headset sounds an alert tone every 20 seconds.
When the battery no longer has enough charge to operate the headset, the headset will power
o; you won’t be able to turn it back on until you connect the charger or charge the battery.
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Noise or Static on the Headset
The most common cause of noise or static on
any wireless device is interference. Bluetooth
devices operate in the ISM band (2.402 GHz
~ 2.480 GHz); any equipment operating in
this frequency range might interfere with the
headset. Some common sources of interference
in this range are
Microwave equipment, especially microwave
ovens
Wireless LAN equipment orWiFi connections
Other Bluetooth devices or computers
Certain cordless telephones
Certain medical equipment and appliances
If you have problems with static during calls,
look for one of these interference sources, and
try moving away from it.
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If the noise continues, there may be
interference on your phone itself, and any noise
in the phone’s connection will come through
on the headset, too. Transfer the call to your
phone and see if the audio quality improves.
If it doesn’t, look around for things that can
interfere with your phone.
Safety and Handling Information
For maximum product life, do not drop, throw,
or crush the headset. Do not expose it to
humidity, dust, or temperatures above 125 F.
Cleaning the headset
If necessary, remove the ear cushion and
earhook. Dampen a lint-free cloth with water or
a cleaner specially designed for electronics, and
gently wipe the headset clean.

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Do not expose this product to liquid (water,
alcohol, etc.) or submerse in liquid for any reason.
Important Safety Instructions
This product is NOT waterproof. To reduce the risk
of re, electrical shock, or damage to the product,
DO NOT expose this product to rain or moisture.
When using the headset, always follow basic
safety precautions to reduce the risk of re,
electric shock and injury to persons, including
the following:
Do not use this product near water, for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or
near a swimming pool.
Use only the power cord and batteries
indicated in this manual. Do not expose the
battery (or the device) to ames or dispose
of it in a re: the battery may explode. Check
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with local authorities for possible battery
disposal instructions.
Do not disassemble, modify, or attempt to
repair any component of this product.
Check the laws and regulations on the use of
mobile phones and hands-free equipment
in the areas where you drive. Always give
full attention to driving and pull o the road
and park before making or answering a call if
driving conditions require.
Do not allow children to play with the
headset: it contains small parts that could
become detached and create a choking
hazard.
Turn o your headset when pumping gas,
handling ammable materials, or in any area
with a risk of explosion. In rare occurrences,
this product could generate sparks which can
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cause an explosion or re. Follow all warning
notices in your immediate area!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Avoiding hearing damage
Using any headset or earbud at too high a
volume can cause permanent hearing damage.
To reduce the risk of hearing damage:
Set the volume at the minimum level
needed to hear in the current environment.
If possible, use your headset in quiet
surroundings or try to move to an area with
less background noise before adjusting the
volume.
Start with the volume at its lowest setting,
then gradually increase it until you can hear.
Turn the volume down before powering o
the headset and readjust the volume each
time you turn it on.
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If someone next to you can hear the other
end of the call through your headset or if
your ears hurt or ring when you hang up, the
volume is too high.
The longer your ears are exposed to noise,
the greater the risk of damage. Limit calls at
higher volumes (or other exposure to loud
noise).
For more information on protecting your
hearing, visit the WISE EARS® website (www.
nidcd.nih.gov/health/wise/) or consult an
audiologist.
FCC Notice
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
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interference that may cause undesired
operation. Privacy of communications may not
be ensured when using this product.
To insure the safety of users, the FCC has
established criteria for the amount of radio
frequency energy various products may
produce depending on their intended usage.
This product has been tested and found to
comply with the FCC’s exposure criteria. For
body worn operation, the FCC RF exposure
guidelines were also met when used with
the Uniden accessories supplied or designed
for this product. Use of other accessories may
not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure
guidelines and should be avoided.
Industry Canada Statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the
Industry Canada 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Radiation Exposure
Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the
specic operating instructions for satisfying RF
exposure compliance.To maintain compliance
with IC RF exposure compliance requirements,
please follow operation instruction as
documented in this manual.

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Two-Year Limited Warranty
Evidence of original purchase is
required for warranty service.
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION
(“Uniden”)
ELEMENTS OFWARRANTY: Uniden warrants,
for two years, to the original retail owner,
this Uniden Product to be free from defects
in materials and craftsmanship with only the
limitations or exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the
original user shall terminate and be of no
further eect 24 months after the date of
original retail sale.The warranty is invalid if
the Product is a) damaged or not maintained
as reasonable or necessary, b) modied,
altered, or used as part of any conversion
kits, subassemblies, or any congurations not
sold by Uniden, c) improperly installed, d)
serviced or repaired by someone other than an
authorized Uniden service center for a defect or
malfunction covered by this warranty, e) used
in any conjunction with equipment or parts
or as part of any system not manufactured
by Uniden, or f) installed or programmed by
anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s
manual for this product.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the
product does not conform to this warranty
at any time while this warranty is in eect,
warrantor will either, at its option, repair or
replace the defective unit and return it to you
without charge for parts, service, or any other
cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by
warrantor or its representatives in connection
with the performance of this warranty.
Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit
with a new or refurbished unit.

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THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS
THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING
TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND
EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY
NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS,
IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY
DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FORTHE
REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states
do not allow this exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you
specic legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. This
warranty is void outside the United States of
America and Canada.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF
WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions
in the owner’s manual you are certain that the
Product is defective, pack the Product carefully
(preferably in its original packaging). The
Product should include all parts and accessories
originally packaged with the Product. Include
evidence of original purchase and a note
describing the defect that has caused you to
return it.The Product should be shipped freight
prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor at:
Uniden America Service
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155