Bluetooth
Using Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology that devices can use to exchange information over a
distance of about 30 feet. The most common Bluetooth devices are headphones, hands-free car kits, and portable devices,
including laptops and cell phones.
Turning Bluetooth on or off
1. From the Home screen,
tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Wireless & networks
.
3. Check or uncheck Bluetooth to turn it on or off.
Changing the phone’s Bluetooth name
The phone name identifies your phone to other devices.
1. From the Home screen,
tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Wireless & networks
.
3. If Bluetooth isn’t turned on, check Bluetooth to turn it on.
4. Tap
Bluetooth
settings
>
Device name
.
5. Enter the name for your phone in the dialog box >
OK
.
Pairing your phone with a Bluetooth device
1. From the Home screen,
tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Wireless & networks
.
3. If Bluetooth isn’t turned on, check Bluetooth to turn it on.
4. Tap
Bluetooth
settings
>
Scan for devices
. A list of nearby Bluetooth devices is displayed.
5. Tap the ID of the other device to pair them.
Connecting to a Bluetooth device
Once paired, your phone will automatically connect whenever it detects a paired Bluetooth device. You can also manually
connect Bluetooth devices as follows:
1. From the Home screen,
tap
Apps
>
Settings
.
2. Tap
Wireless & networks
.
3. If Bluetooth isn’t turned on, check Bluetooth to turn it on.
4. Tap
Bluetooth
settings
>
Scan for devices
.
5. When the phone and the device are connected, the device is displayed as connected in the list.
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