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USER MANUAL
Bluetooth Headset with LCD
For Bluetooth Mobile Phones
Nth America
support@myblueant.com
1 866 891-3032
New Zealand
www.blueantwireless.com support@blueant.com.au
0800 443 122 (NZ)
Australia
support@blueant.com.au
1300 669 049 (AUS)
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Product Description V12 is a Bluetooth headset with LCD and vibrating alert. The LCD displays a range of information, including caller ID and the status of the headset. It is elegant, lightweight and provides outstanding call quality, while the simple to use features make it the ideal wireless headset. It is compatible with all Bluetooth Mobile phones supporting handsfree or headset profi les. It is intended for users who demand high quality, superior performance and style! OVERVIEW 1 Mic
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Charging the V12 headset The battery status is indicated below the battery icon. When the percentage is below 20%, the battery of the headset is low. Charge the unit. 1. Connect the charger’s plug into the Charger Input(1) of the V12. Connect the charger to an external power source. The LCD(4) displays CHARGING and the % battery level. 2. When the battery status reaches 100%, the battery is full. 3. Unplug the charger. Wearing the V12 on your ear The Ear Hook(2) is reversible. Gently pull i
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First time Power ON - Pairing to your Bluetooth Mobile Phone You must pair the V12 headset to your Bluetooth mobile phone to create the link or audio connection between the headset and your phone. When you fi rst turn the V12 on, it will automatically go straight into Pairing mode ready to be found in Bluetooth searches from your phone. 1. Press the MFB(3) button and ‘Pairing’ will be displayed on screen. The headset also Vibrates as the Vibrate option is on as default. 2. Follow the instru
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Basic Operations IMPORTANT: The headset needs to be ‘paired’ with your Bluetooth mobile phone fi rst, before you can use the following functions (See Pairing to your Bluetooth mobile phone page 3). Make a Call (Normal Dial): Dial a contact and press send on your phone. Audio will automatically be on the V12. Note: With some phones like Siemens S55 and Panasonic X70, audio will at fi rst be on the phone during an outgoing call. You need to press the MFB(3) for 1 second to transfer the audio to
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Volume Setting: Increase or decrease the volume by pressing the Volume Up(6) or Volume Down(7) button. Press repeatedly until desired level is reached. The LCD(4) displays the current volume level (from 1 to 10). Audio Transfer (For Handsfree Profi le Phones only): During an ongoing call, you can transfer the audio. Headset to Phone: Press the MFB(3) for 3 seconds (2nd beep, or until AUdIO OFF is displayed). The audio will be transferred to the phone. Phone to Headset: Press the MFB(3) fi rmly
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Multi-Pairing / Switching Connections Between Phones: The V12 can be paired to 5 different Bluetooth phones. Once 5 phones have been paired an additional pairing will automatically delete the phone that has not been used for the longest time. Thus, the V12 always maintains 5 phones in its memory. You can easily switch to any of the paired phones by: 1. Disconnecting the currently used phone using the “Active devices” in the Bluetooth menu of that phone. 2. Connect to the wanted phone by us
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Specifi cations: Bluetooth compliance ________ Bluetooth version 1.2 specifi cations Supported Bluetooth profi les ___ Bluetooth headset and handsfree profi les with automatic detection Operating Range ____________ Up to 10 meters Frequency _________________ 2.4GHz Talk Time __________________ Up to 12 hours Standby Time _______________ Up to 300 hours Charging Time ______________ 3 hours Battery Type ________________ Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Special Features ____________ * Ambient Noise Reduc
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BlueAnt V12 - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ) A. General 1. What is the main difference between the V12 and other Bluetooth headsets? 2. What is included in the V12 package? 3. How does the V12 use the Bluetooth technology? 4. How do I handle calls when the V12 is connected? 5. Can I transfer an ongoing call back to my phone to continue it there? 6. How many devices can I pair to the V12? 7. Is my phone compatible? 8. What is the passcode/passkey of the V12? 9. Can I change the passcode of the
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A. General 1. What is the main difference between the V12 and other Bluetooth headsets? The V12 has a backlit LCD screen which provides the user with much information about the status of the headset. Rather than relying on fl ashes of LED lights like other headsets, the V12 tells the user exactly what it is doing in defi ned status symbols and words. Displayed on screen is - Caller ID, battery and charge levels, volume level, vibrate status, Bluetooth connection status, redial and voice dial
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10. Can I use voice activated dialing if my phone supports it? Yes the V12 supports voice activated dialing if your phone also supports it. This feature requires the phone to support the Handsfree profi le which (generally) all newly released phones do support. Headset profi le is becoming outdated and few phones are released only with Headset profi le these days. Check your phones user manual for information on setting this up. 11. Can I use the V12 to listen to music from my mobile? Some p
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B. Bluetooth 1. Is it safe to use Bluetooth devices, I have heard they can allow unauthorized connections? For Bluetooth security reasons, after you have set up your bluetooth devices we recommend turning OFF the visibility option in the Bluetooth Menu of your phone so that other Bluetooth users cannot see the your phone. (This only applies to a few mainly older Bluetooth enabled phones as most new phones have better security.) 2. Can somebody else take control of my V12 if they are in ra
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C. Troubleshooting 1. Why won’t my V12 go into pairing mode? Follow through the instructions in the V12 Manual. To enter pairing mode Press and hold the MFB till ‘pairing’ is displayed on screen. If you have already paired 3 different phones to the V12 you will need to reset it to pair a new device. The V12 sometimes requires a few seconds to establish a connection. Please be patient while devices connect. 2. Why can’t I hear any sound from the Speaker? The phone’s memory may have becom
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8. How can I stay near the V12 but not have calls diverted through it? The V12 will remain connected within a range of 10 meters so if you are staying near the device but want to take calls through the phone simply switch the V12 off by long pressing the MFB button. 9. My phone says “Bluetooth Module not found” what can I do? This means that your phone cannot fi nd its internal Bluetooth chip for some reason. Restarting your phone should fi x this problem. If not please contact your phones m
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Contact Us For Connection Assistance or if you are having diffi culties using your V12, please make an enquiry on our website www.blueantwireless.com OR CALL Nth America support@myblueant.com 1 866 891-3032 New Zealand support@blueant.com.au 0800 443 122 (NZ) Australia support@blueant.com.au 1300 669 049 (AUS) www.blueantwireless.com
