Blackwire 725-M User guide
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Contents Welcome 3 System Requirements 3 Need More Help? 3 What's in the package 4 Basics 5 Wearing Your Headset 6 Fit Headset 6 Daily Use 7 Connect PC and Call 7 ANC 7 Incoming/Outgoing Calls 7 Adjust Your Headset Volume 7 Mute a Call 8 Plantronics Hub Software 9 Plantronics Control Panel 9 Applications tab 9 Preference Tab 10 About tab 10 Plantronics Manager Pro 11 Troubleshooting 12 Headset 12 Smart Sensors 13 2
Contents Welcome 3 System Requirements 3 Need More Help? 3 What's in the package 4 Basics 5 Wearing Your Headset 6 Fit Headset 6 Daily Use 7 Connect PC and Call 7 ANC 7 Incoming/Outgoing Calls 7 Adjust Your Headset Volume 7 Mute a Call 8 Plantronics Hub Software 9 Plantronics Control Panel 9 Applications tab 9 Preference Tab 10 About tab 10 Plantronics Manager Pro 11 Troubleshooting 12 Headset 12 Smart Sensors 13 2
Blackwire 725-M User guide
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Welcome System Requirements Need More Help? Congratulations on the user's system (Required) Visit our website at plantronics.com/support for technical support including frequently asked questions, compatibility and accessibility information. 3 This guide contains instructions for important product safety information prior to installation or use of the product. Computer • Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista® Windows® 7, Windows® 8, 8.1 • Processor: 400 MHz Pentium® processor...
Welcome System Requirements Need More Help? Congratulations on the user's system (Required) Visit our website at plantronics.com/support for technical support including frequently asked questions, compatibility and accessibility information. 3 This guide contains instructions for important product safety information prior to installation or use of the product. Computer • Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista® Windows® 7, Windows® 8, 8.1 • Processor: 400 MHz Pentium® processor...
Blackwire 725-M User guide
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... headset. Slide the switch towards ANC to press the Answer/End button. Incoming call Flashes green 5 Smart Sensor technology Sensors detect whether or not you are located in the speaker capsule on your headset and have to activate. Basics ANC Headset inline control icons Answer/End button Answers or ends a call Volume button Mute/Unmute button Mutes/unmutes the headset microphone ANC Active Noise Canceling (ANC) Function Incoming call Flashes green On a call Solid green Increases the listening volume Decreases the listening volume Solid red...
... headset. Slide the switch towards ANC to press the Answer/End button. Incoming call Flashes green 5 Smart Sensor technology Sensors detect whether or not you are located in the speaker capsule on your headset and have to activate. Basics ANC Headset inline control icons Answer/End button Answers or ends a call Volume button Mute/Unmute button Mutes/unmutes the headset microphone ANC Active Noise Canceling (ANC) Function Incoming call Flashes green On a call Solid green Increases the listening volume Decreases the listening volume Solid red...
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...; PC Audio Setup for Windows XP Go to Control Panel -> Sound and Audio Devices, and in the Audio tab set the Plantronics 725 device for the Sound Playback. 3 Place a call using your softphone software application. 2 To answer a call • Put on the headset inline control to activate. Incoming/Outgoing Calls 1 To place a call Short press the Answer/End button. ANC Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) reduces unwanted noise. Daily Use Connect PC and Call 1 Connect the headset into the USB port of the computer. Adjust Your Headset Volume Listening Volume...
...; PC Audio Setup for Windows XP Go to Control Panel -> Sound and Audio Devices, and in the Audio tab set the Plantronics 725 device for the Sound Playback. 3 Place a call using your softphone software application. 2 To answer a call • Put on the headset inline control to activate. Incoming/Outgoing Calls 1 To place a call Short press the Answer/End button. ANC Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) reduces unwanted noise. Daily Use Connect PC and Call 1 Connect the headset into the USB port of the computer. Adjust Your Headset Volume Listening Volume...
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When mute is solid red (you will still be able to mute the microphone. Mute a Call 1 During a call, press the mute button on , the mute LED is on the headset inline control to hear the caller). 2 To turn mute off, press the mute button again. 8
When mute is solid red (you will still be able to mute the microphone. Mute a Call 1 During a call, press the mute button on , the mute LED is on the headset inline control to hear the caller). 2 To turn mute off, press the mute button again. 8
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..., click Start > Programs > Plantronics > Plantronics Control Panel. Applications tab The Applications tab displays the status of your headset can be downloaded to access the Plantronics Control Panel. Plantronics Hub Software Plantronics Control Panel Plantronics Hub software must be changed using the Plantronics Control Panel. User preferences and device settings that affect the performance of Plantronics support for various applications such as softphones and media players. 9 Install Hub software by visiting plantronics.com/software and click on the download button...
..., click Start > Programs > Plantronics > Plantronics Control Panel. Applications tab The Applications tab displays the status of your headset can be downloaded to access the Plantronics Control Panel. Plantronics Hub Software Plantronics Control Panel Plantronics Hub software must be changed using the Plantronics Control Panel. User preferences and device settings that affect the performance of Plantronics support for various applications such as softphones and media players. 9 Install Hub software by visiting plantronics.com/software and click on the download button...
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Preference Tab Allows you to set preferences for: • Media player Modify call action: Pause, Play, Mute or Do Nothing • General use • Presence status based on wearing state (dependent upon softphone compatibility) When headset is put on, or removed set presence to: Available, Busy, Do not disturb, Be right back or Offline About tab Provides online access to the user guide and support and displays your headset system's information. 10
Preference Tab Allows you to set preferences for: • Media player Modify call action: Pause, Play, Mute or Do Nothing • General use • Presence status based on wearing state (dependent upon softphone compatibility) When headset is put on, or removed set presence to: Available, Busy, Do not disturb, Be right back or Offline About tab Provides online access to the user guide and support and displays your headset system's information. 10
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Plantronics Manager Pro Additional device management tools are available for IT Managers via Plantronics Manager Pro, which includes the following features: • Enable or disable device settings according to company policy or for regulatory compliance • Lock down settings so they may not be changed by the user • Monitor audio device settings and usage in near real time • Generate inventory and usage reports to manage asset utilization For more information please visit: www.plantronics.com/us/product/plantronics-manager-pro 11
Plantronics Manager Pro Additional device management tools are available for IT Managers via Plantronics Manager Pro, which includes the following features: • Enable or disable device settings according to company policy or for regulatory compliance • Lock down settings so they may not be changed by the user • Monitor audio device settings and usage in near real time • Generate inventory and usage reports to manage asset utilization For more information please visit: www.plantronics.com/us/product/plantronics-manager-pro 11
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... not work any more. Use the audio settings in your sound control panel/ preferences to Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Audio tab. • Select your headset as the default audio device. Use the audio settings in Windows. Headset is too low. The USB headset is not set as the default audio device. Lower the listen volume on the headset. Adjust volume on headset. Troubleshooting Headset I can hear an echo in the headset. The USB headset is not set as the default Voice device. For Windows XP systems • Go to change the input device. Headset microphone boom...
... not work any more. Use the audio settings in your sound control panel/ preferences to Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Audio tab. • Select your headset as the default audio device. Use the audio settings in Windows. Headset is too low. The USB headset is not set as the default audio device. Lower the listen volume on the headset. Adjust volume on headset. Troubleshooting Headset I can hear an echo in the headset. The USB headset is not set as the default Voice device. For Windows XP systems • Go to change the input device. Headset microphone boom...
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... USB headset no longer is not working. Make sure the speaker capsule is placed on . Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1 • Go to button presses. For Mac OS X • Choose Apple menu > System Preferences and click Sound. • Click Output, and then select "Internal Speakers" or your ear. 13 My headset stops responding to Control Panel > Sound > Recording tab. • Highlight your device choice, select the Set Default button...
... USB headset no longer is not working. Make sure the speaker capsule is placed on . Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1 • Go to button presses. For Mac OS X • Choose Apple menu > System Preferences and click Sound. • Click Output, and then select "Internal Speakers" or your ear. 13 My headset stops responding to Control Panel > Sound > Recording tab. • Highlight your device choice, select the Set Default button...
Blackwire 725 User guide
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Contents Welcome 3 System Requirements 3 Need More Help? 3 What's in the package 4 Basics 5 Wearing Your Headset 6 Fit Headset 6 Daily Use 7 Plantronics software 7 Connect PC and Call 7 Active Noise Canceling 7 Incoming/Outgoing Calls 7 Adjust Your Headset Volume 7 Mute a Call 8 Plantronics Hub Software 9 Plantronics Control Panel 9 Applications tab 9 Preference Tab 10 About tab 10 Plantronics Manager Pro 11 Troubleshooting 12 Headset 12 Smart Sensors 13 2
Contents Welcome 3 System Requirements 3 Need More Help? 3 What's in the package 4 Basics 5 Wearing Your Headset 6 Fit Headset 6 Daily Use 7 Plantronics software 7 Connect PC and Call 7 Active Noise Canceling 7 Incoming/Outgoing Calls 7 Adjust Your Headset Volume 7 Mute a Call 8 Plantronics Hub Software 9 Plantronics Control Panel 9 Applications tab 9 Preference Tab 10 About tab 10 Plantronics Manager Pro 11 Troubleshooting 12 Headset 12 Smart Sensors 13 2
Blackwire 725 User guide
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...) Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later (Recommended) Display • At least 800 x 600, 256 colors • 1024 x 768 high color, 32-bit (Recommended) Browser • Internet Explorer® V10 or better must be on purchasing your Blackwire 725 headset. Please refer to installation or use of the product. This guide contains instructions for setting up and using your new Plantronics product.
...) Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later (Recommended) Display • At least 800 x 600, 256 colors • 1024 x 768 high color, 32-bit (Recommended) Browser • Internet Explorer® V10 or better must be on purchasing your Blackwire 725 headset. Please refer to installation or use of the product. This guide contains instructions for setting up and using your new Plantronics product.
Blackwire 725 User guide
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... listening volume Solid red when muted ANC will be answered automatically. Slide the switch towards ANC to press the Answer/End button. Smart Sensor technology Sensors detect whether or not you are wearing the headset. Sensors are located in the speaker capsule on the headset and the call will reduce unwanted noise. Basics ANC Headset inline control icons Answer/End button Answers or ends a call Volume button Mute/Unmute button Mutes/unmutes the headset microphone ANC Active Noise...
... listening volume Solid red when muted ANC will be answered automatically. Slide the switch towards ANC to press the Answer/End button. Smart Sensor technology Sensors detect whether or not you are wearing the headset. Sensors are located in the speaker capsule on the headset and the call will reduce unwanted noise. Basics ANC Headset inline control icons Answer/End button Answers or ends a call Volume button Mute/Unmute button Mutes/unmutes the headset microphone ANC Active Noise...
Blackwire 725 User guide
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... and set the Plantronics 725 device as the Default Communications Device. • PC Audio Setup for Windows XP Go to Control Panel > Sound and Audio Devices, and in the Audio tab set the Plantronics 725 device for the Sound Playback. 4 Place a call • Put on "Download." 2 Connect the headset into the USB port of the computer. Adjust Your Headset Volume 7 Active Noise Canceling ANC will automatically power on. 3 Check your softphone software application. 2 To answer a call using your Audio Settings. Slide the switch towards ANC to answer call with...
... and set the Plantronics 725 device as the Default Communications Device. • PC Audio Setup for Windows XP Go to Control Panel > Sound and Audio Devices, and in the Audio tab set the Plantronics 725 device for the Sound Playback. 4 Place a call • Put on "Download." 2 Connect the headset into the USB port of the computer. Adjust Your Headset Volume 7 Active Noise Canceling ANC will automatically power on. 3 Check your softphone software application. 2 To answer a call using your Audio Settings. Slide the switch towards ANC to answer call with...
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.... User preferences and device settings that affect the performance of Plantronics support for various applications such as softphones and media players. 9 To access the Plantronics Control Panel, load Plantronics Hub software by visiting plantronics.com/software and click on the download button. Applications tab The Applications tab displays the status of your headset can be downloaded to access the Plantronics Control Panel. Plantronics Hub Software Plantronics Control Panel Plantronics Hub software must be changed using...
.... User preferences and device settings that affect the performance of Plantronics support for various applications such as softphones and media players. 9 To access the Plantronics Control Panel, load Plantronics Hub software by visiting plantronics.com/software and click on the download button. Applications tab The Applications tab displays the status of your headset can be downloaded to access the Plantronics Control Panel. Plantronics Hub Software Plantronics Control Panel Plantronics Hub software must be changed using...
Blackwire 725 User guide
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Preference Tab Allows you to set preferences for: • Media player Modify call action: Pause, Play, Mute or Do Nothing • General use • Presence status based on wearing state (dependent upon softphone compatibility) When headset is put on, or removed set presence to: Available, Busy, Do not disturb, Be right back or Offline About tab Provides online access to the user guide and support and displays your headset system's information. 10
Preference Tab Allows you to set preferences for: • Media player Modify call action: Pause, Play, Mute or Do Nothing • General use • Presence status based on wearing state (dependent upon softphone compatibility) When headset is put on, or removed set presence to: Available, Busy, Do not disturb, Be right back or Offline About tab Provides online access to the user guide and support and displays your headset system's information. 10
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Plantronics Manager Pro Additional device management tools are available for IT Managers via Plantronics Manager Pro, which includes the following features: • Enable or disable device settings according to company policy or for regulatory compliance • Lock down settings so they may not be changed by the user • Monitor audio device settings and usage in near real time • Generate inventory and usage reports to manage asset utilization For more information please visit: www.plantronics.com/us/product/plantronics-manager-pro 11
Plantronics Manager Pro Additional device management tools are available for IT Managers via Plantronics Manager Pro, which includes the following features: • Enable or disable device settings according to company policy or for regulatory compliance • Lock down settings so they may not be changed by the user • Monitor audio device settings and usage in near real time • Generate inventory and usage reports to manage asset utilization For more information please visit: www.plantronics.com/us/product/plantronics-manager-pro 11
Blackwire 725 User guide
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... default Voice device. For Windows XP systems • Go to change the audio device. Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1 • Go to unmute the microphone. Troubleshooting Headset I can hear an echo in the headset. Press the volume up button on headset. Callers cannot hear me. Press the mute button to Control Panel > Sound > Recording tab. • Highlight the headset, select the Set Default button and click OK. The other headset I was using to listen to change the input device. Use the audio settings in Windows. I cannot hear...
... default Voice device. For Windows XP systems • Go to change the audio device. Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1 • Go to unmute the microphone. Troubleshooting Headset I can hear an echo in the headset. Press the volume up button on headset. Callers cannot hear me. Press the mute button to Control Panel > Sound > Recording tab. • Highlight the headset, select the Set Default button and click OK. The other headset I was using to listen to change the input device. Use the audio settings in Windows. I cannot hear...
Blackwire 725 User guide
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... Speakers" or your PC is placed on . Smart Sensors • Under "Sound Playback", change the default setting from your headset to button presses. When a PC goes into standby or hibernation, the USB headset no longer is not working. My headset stops responding to your device choice, select the Set Default button and click OK. Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1 • Go to Control Panel > Sound > Recording tab. • Highlight your device...
... Speakers" or your PC is placed on . Smart Sensors • Under "Sound Playback", change the default setting from your headset to button presses. When a PC goes into standby or hibernation, the USB headset no longer is not working. My headset stops responding to your device choice, select the Set Default button and click OK. Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, 8.1 • Go to Control Panel > Sound > Recording tab. • Highlight your device...
Blackwire 725 Product sheet
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... portability BLACKWIRE 725 KEEP THE FOCUS ON WORK - featuring smart sensor technology Audio performance Active Noise Canceling (ANC); and certain other countries. Blackwire, Plantronics and SoundGuard are the property of Cisco Systems, Inc. KEY FEATURES A B C D F E A Metal headband with comfort pad B Ear cushions fold flat for easy storage C Noise-canceling mic with flexible boom D Call answer/end, mute, volume +/E USB connection F ANC on/off switch INCLUDED ACCESSORIES • Carrying case for Users...
... portability BLACKWIRE 725 KEEP THE FOCUS ON WORK - featuring smart sensor technology Audio performance Active Noise Canceling (ANC); and certain other countries. Blackwire, Plantronics and SoundGuard are the property of Cisco Systems, Inc. KEY FEATURES A B C D F E A Metal headband with comfort pad B Ear cushions fold flat for easy storage C Noise-canceling mic with flexible boom D Call answer/end, mute, volume +/E USB connection F ANC on/off switch INCLUDED ACCESSORIES • Carrying case for Users...