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Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a
number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled
handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is
usually approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
1. From the Home screen, touch
>
Settings
.
2. Toggle the
Bluetooth
switch on or off.
An even easier way to turn Bluetooth on or off is with the Bluetooth widget on the Home screen.
For instructions on adding a widget to the Home screen, see
Customize the Home Screen
.
Note:
Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where
using a wireless device is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.
Change the Device Name
The device name identifies your device when using Bluetooth.
1. From the Home screen, touch
>
Settings
.
2. Touch
Bluetooth
.
Note:
If the
Bluetooth
switch is not set to
On
, touch the switch to turn Bluetooth on.
3. Touch
> Rename phone
.
4. Enter the name for your device in the dialog box, and then touch
Rename
.
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit
You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations
using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. Use the same procedure to set up stereo audio
or hands-free devices.
Important:
For you to listen to music with your headset or car kit, the headset or car kit must
support the A2DP Bluetooth profile.
Note:
Before you connect your headset, you need to make it discoverable so your device
can find it. You can find out how to do this by referring to your headset manual.
1. From the Home screen, touch
>
Settings
>
Bluetooth
.
Note:
If the
Bluetooth
switch is not set to
On
, touch the switch to turn Bluetooth on.
2. Make sure that the headset is discoverable.
3. Touch
>
Search for devices
. Your device will start to scan for Bluetooth devices
within range.