LG HBS-700 Bluetooth Stereo Headset
User Manual Rev 2.0 US
Introduction
The LG Tone (HBS-700) is a lightweight wireless headset utilizing Bluetooth® technology. It serves as an audio accessory for devices supporting either the A2DP or Hands-Free Bluetooth® Profile.
Included in the Package
The package typically contains:
- LG HBS-700 Headset
- Charger
- User Manual
- Warranty Card
Description of Parts
The headset features:
- Memory flex neck strap
- REW Button
- FF Button
- PLAY/PAUSE/STOP Button
- Earphone (R)
- Charging port
- Power Switch
- VOLUME UP Button
- VOLUME DOWN Button
- CALL Button / LED indicator
- Microphone
- Earphone (L)
How to Use
Wearing
The headset is designed to be worn around the neck for comfortable use.
Charging
Connect the charger to the headset. The LED indicator will show a solid red light while charging. Charging is complete when the LED indicator turns off. The headset will turn off when the charger is connected, regardless of its power state.
Low Battery
A low battery tone will play approximately every 30 seconds. The headset will automatically turn off if the battery is not charged.
Battery Status Check
Press and hold the VOLUME DOWN button for 3 seconds to check the battery status. There are three levels:
- High: Solid blue LED for 1 second
- Medium: Solid violet LED for 1 second
- Low: Solid red LED for 1 second
Power On / Power Off
Move the power switch to the 'ON' or 'OFF' position.
Pairing
Before first use, pair the headset with a Bluetooth-enabled device. There are two pairing methods:
1) Easy Pairing
a) Move the Power Switch to the "ON" position. The headset will automatically enter pairing mode if it's the first time pairing or if no paired device is in range after 10 seconds. The LED indicator will be solid blue.
b) On your device, navigate to the Bluetooth menu and search for or add new devices.
c) Select "LG HBS-700" from the list.
d) If prompted, enter the Pass/Pin Code: 0000.
e) A beep will confirm successful pairing.
Note: The HBS-700 will turn off automatically if not paired within 3 minutes.
2) Manual Pairing (Pairing with another phone or re-pairing)
a) With the headset powered off, press and hold the CALL button while simultaneously moving the power switch to the 'ON' position for 4 seconds.
b) The LED indicator will show a solid blue light, indicating pairing mode. Follow steps c through f from Easy Pairing.
Multi-connection
This mode allows connection to two devices simultaneously. One device can be used for calls, while the other is for audio streaming. To enter Multi-Connection mode:
- Connect the HBS-700 to the device for making calls.
- Power off the HBS-700.
- Put the HBS-700 into pairing mode and connect to a Bluetooth Stereo enabled audio device (supporting A2DP/AVRCP profiles, not headset/hands-free profiles).
- Once connected, briefly press the CALL button on the HBS-700 to reconnect with the handset (headset/hands-free profile).
Note: At least one device must support profile selection, or only one profile (Headset/Hands-Free or A2DP/AVRCP) for multi-connection. For example, two handsets supporting both profiles cannot connect simultaneously. A handset with all profiles and a Bluetooth Stereo Dongle with A2DP/AVRCP is compatible.
Auto Reconnect
If the HBS-700 is turned off while connected, it will automatically reconnect when turned back on within range.
Out of Range
If paired devices are separated by more than 33 feet (10 meters), they will disconnect. To reconnect manually, briefly press the CALL button when back in range.
Audio Streaming
- Play: Briefly press the PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button.
- Pause: While playing music, briefly press the PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button.
- Stop: While playing music, press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button for 1 second.
- Next Song: Briefly press the FF button.
- Previous Song: Briefly press the REW button.
- Fast Forward: Press and hold the FF button.
- Rewind: Press and hold the REW button.
- Bass Boost: While playing music, press and hold VOLUME UP and VOLUME DOWN buttons simultaneously for 1 second to switch between Normal and Bass Boost EQ. The headset will beep.
- Volume Control: Press the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN button to adjust speaker volume. There are eight levels in hands-free mode and sixteen levels in audio streaming mode.
Calling
- Answering a Call: When there is an incoming call, briefly press the CALL button.
- Transferring a Call: If a call is made from the handset, it may transfer automatically. If not, press and hold VOLUME UP for 3 seconds to manually transfer the call (both devices must be paired).
- Voice Dialing: Briefly press the CALL button to activate "Voice Command". For best results, record voice tags through the headset. If your handset does not support voice dialing, this may activate Last Number Redial.
- Last Number Redial: Press and hold the CALL button for 1 second to call the last dialed number.
- Ending a Call: Briefly press the CALL button.
- Call Waiting: Answer a second call by pressing the CALL button for 1 second. Press again for 1 second to return to the original call. Briefly press the CALL button to terminate both calls.
- Rejecting a Call: Press and hold the CALL button for 1 second when the handset rings. (Functions depend on handset support.)
SMS Reader
The HBS-700 supports SMS reading on Android™ devices. Install the "LG BT Reader" application from the Android™ Marketplace. A 2D barcode is provided in the original document to download the application.
Summary of Button Functions
| Function | HBS-700 Status | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Power on | Power off | Move the power switch to the 'ON' side. |
| Power off | Power on | Move the power switch to the 'OFF' side. |
| Volume up | Talking | Briefly press the VOLUME UP button. |
| Volume down | Talking | Briefly press the VOLUME DOWN button. |
| Transferring a call | Talking | Press and hold VOLUME UP button for 3 seconds. |
| Answering a call | Ringing | Briefly press the CALL button. |
| Ending a call | Talking | Briefly press the CALL button. |
| Call waiting | Talking | Press the CALL button for 1 second. |
| Last number redial | Idle | Press the CALL button for 1 second. |
| Voice dialing (handset must support) | Idle | Briefly press the CALL button. |
| Call reject | Ringing | Press the CALL button for 1 second. |
| Pairing mode (Manual) | Power off | Press the CALL button and move the power switch to the 'ON' side simultaneously for 4 seconds. |
| Battery status check | Idle | Press the VOLUME DOWN button for 3 seconds. |
| Play | Power on | Briefly press the PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button. |
| Pause | Music on | Briefly press the PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button. |
| Stop | Music on | Press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE/STOP button for 1 second. |
| Next song | Music on | Briefly press the FF button. |
| Previous song | Music on | Briefly press the REW button. |
| Fast forward | Music on | Press and hold the FF button. |
| Rewind | Music on | Press and hold the REW button. |
| Bass Boost | Music on | Press and hold VOLUME UP and VOLUME DOWN buttons simultaneously for 1 second. |
LED Indication
| Function | HBS-700 Status | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Operating | Power on | The blue LED light flickers 4 times. |
| Operating | Power off | The blue LED light flickers 4 times and then turns off. |
| Operating | Pairing mode | The blue LED light stays on. |
| Headset / hands-free profile connected | The blue LED light flickers 2 times every 5 seconds. | |
| Call connected | The blue LED light flickers 2 times every 5 seconds. | |
| Charging | Charging | The blue LED stays on. |
| Charging complete | LED turns off. |
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Possible Problem | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| Does not turn on | Check whether the battery of the HBS-700 is fully charged. | Charge the battery. |
| Unable to communicate with the LG Bluetooth® Headset HBS-700 | Check whether the handset supports the headset or hands-free Bluetooth profiles. | Determine whether your handset supports the headset or hands-free Bluetooth profiles. |
| Check whether the battery of the HBS-700 is low. | Charge the battery. | |
| Unable to pair the HBS-700 with the Bluetooth® device | Check and make sure the headset is on. | Move the power switch to the 'ON' side to turn on the headset. |
| Check and make sure the headset is placed in pairing mode. | With the Power off, press the CALL button and move the power switch to the 'ON' side simultaneously for 4 seconds to manually place the headset in pairing mode. | |
| Low sound (speaker) | Check the speaker volume. | Increase the volume level. |
Specification
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth® specification | 2.1+EDR (Headset / Hands-Free / A2DP Profiles) |
| Battery | 3.7V / 195mAh Li-Polymer |
| Talk Time | Up to 10Hrs |
| Music play time | Up to 10 Hrs |
| Stand by time | Up to 360Hrs |
| Charging time | < 2.5Hrs |
| Operation temperature | -10°C ~ 60°C |
| Dimension / weight | 135.6mm(W) X 167.3mm(L) X 16.9mm(T) / 32g |
Precautions
- Do not drop the device.
- Do not modify, repair, or disassemble.
- Do not expose directly to water, alcohol, benzene, etc. for cleaning.
- Do not expose directly to flammables.
- Do not place or keep the device near flammables.
- Keep the device away from excessive humidity and dust.
- Do not place heavy objects on the device.
- Only use the headset with an original LG charger, otherwise it may be damaged.
- Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
- There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
- Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
- The neck strap is made of a shape memory alloy. However, bending the neck strap repeatedly is not recommended.
Declaration of Confirmation
FCC NOTICE TO USERS:
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 interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, no change to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any change to the antenna or the device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void user's authority to operate the device.
CE NOTICE TO USERS:
Hereby, LG Electronics Inc. declares that this HBS-700 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Bluetooth® CE 0983
FCC ID: BEJHBS700
Additional Information
1. Radio frequency exposure
This Bluetooth® Stereo Headset HBS-700 is a radio transmitter and receiver. It communicates with Bluetooth® equipped mobile devices by receiving and transmitting radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (microwaves) in the 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz range. The output power is low (0.001 watts). The headset is designed to comply with RF exposure guidelines and limits set by national authorities and international health agencies when used with compatible LG Electronics mobile phones.
2. Potentially explosive atmosphere
Turn off your electronic device in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Sparks from electronic devices can cause explosions or fires. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often clearly marked.
3. Emergency calls
IMPORTANT! This Bluetooth® headset and connected devices rely on radio signals, mobile/landline networks, and user-programmed functions, which cannot guarantee connection under all conditions. Never rely solely on electronic devices for essential communications like medical emergencies. For calls, the headset and device must be switched on and within adequate mobile signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all networks or if certain network services/phone features are in use. Check with your local service provider.
4. Battery information
A rechargeable battery has a long service life if treated properly. A new battery or one not used for a long period may have reduced capacity initially. Do not expose the battery to extreme temperatures: above +60°C (+140°F) or below -20°C (-4°F). For maximum capacity, use the battery at room temperature. Low temperatures reduce battery capacity. The battery can only be charged between +10°C (+50°F) and +45°C (+113°F). For safety, do not remove the battery. Contact an authorized LG Electronics service point or dealer for replacement.
5. Recycling the battery in your Bluetooth® headset
The battery must be disposed of properly and not placed in municipal waste. The LG Electronics service partner who removes the battery will dispose of it according to local regulations.
6. Conditions
The warranty is valid only with the original receipt showing the date of purchase and serial number. LG Electronics may refuse warranty service if this information is altered. Repaired or replaced products are warranted for the remaining original warranty period or 90 days from repair, whichever is longer. Reconditioned units may be used. Replaced parts become LG Electronics property.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, misuse, accidents, modifications, or damage from liquids. Service performed by non-LG Electronics authorized personnel or tampering with seals voids the warranty.
There are no express warranties other than this printed one. Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the duration of this limited warranty. LG Electronics and its vendors are not liable for incidental or consequential damages, including lost profits or commercial loss, to the extent permitted by law.
Some regions may not allow limitations on incidental/consequential damages or implied warranty duration. This warranty does not affect statutory consumer rights or rights against the dealer arising from the sales contract.
Limited Warranty
Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, LG Electronics warrants this product to be free from defects in design, material, and workmanship at the time of its original purchase by a consumer, and for a subsequent period of one (1) year. For warranty service, return the product to the dealer or contact your local LG Electronics contact centre.
Important Safety Information
Avoiding Hearing Damage
Permanent hearing loss may occur if you use your headset at high volume. Set the volume to a safe level. Over time, you may become accustomed to higher volumes that can damage your hearing. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked. The louder the volume, the less time is required before hearing may be affected.
Hearing experts suggest:
- Limit the time spent using the headset at high volume.
- Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
- Turn the volume down if you cannot hear people speaking near you.
Using Headsets Safely
Using headsets to listen to music while operating a vehicle is not recommended and may be illegal. Be careful and attentive while driving. Stop using this device if it is disruptive or distracting while operating any vehicle or performing any activity requiring your full attention.
