Explorer 500 Product sheet
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... HD Voice Multipoint Technology Pair and maintain connections with A2DP for music and audio streaming, Hands-Free Profile (HFP) 1.6 and Headset Profile (HSP) 1.1 Charge connector Micro USB (120 minutes for full charge) Battery type Rechargeable non-replaceable lithium ion polymer Operating + storage temperature 0-40°C (32°F-104°F) Service and support 1-year limited warranty 1. Dual-purpose USB strap EXPLORER 500 INCREDIBLE AUDIO AND SMARTPHONE VOICE CONTROL Packed with the latest audio technology, the Plantronics Explorer 500 Bluetooth® headset helps...
... HD Voice Multipoint Technology Pair and maintain connections with A2DP for music and audio streaming, Hands-Free Profile (HFP) 1.6 and Headset Profile (HSP) 1.1 Charge connector Micro USB (120 minutes for full charge) Battery type Rechargeable non-replaceable lithium ion polymer Operating + storage temperature 0-40°C (32°F-104°F) Service and support 1-year limited warranty 1. Dual-purpose USB strap EXPLORER 500 INCREDIBLE AUDIO AND SMARTPHONE VOICE CONTROL Packed with the latest audio technology, the Plantronics Explorer 500 Bluetooth® headset helps...
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Contents Welcome 3 What's in the box 4 Accessories 5 Headset Overview 6 Be safe 6 Pair 7 Get Paired 7 Use two phones 7 Adjust the fit 8 Charge Headset 9 The Basics 10 Answer or end a call 10 End a call 10 Reject incoming call 10 Volume 10 Mute or unmute headset 10 Redial 10 Voice control (Siri, Google Now, Cortana) 10 Voice enabaled assistant 10 DeepSleep Mode 11 Decipher the Lights 12 Hear it Whisper 13 Select language 14 Install the App 15 Support 16 2
Contents Welcome 3 What's in the box 4 Accessories 5 Headset Overview 6 Be safe 6 Pair 7 Get Paired 7 Use two phones 7 Adjust the fit 8 Charge Headset 9 The Basics 10 Answer or end a call 10 End a call 10 Reject incoming call 10 Volume 10 Mute or unmute headset 10 Redial 10 Voice control (Siri, Google Now, Cortana) 10 Voice enabaled assistant 10 DeepSleep Mode 11 Decipher the Lights 12 Hear it Whisper 13 Select language 14 Install the App 15 Support 16 2
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This guide contains instructions for setting up and using your new Plantronics product. Welcome Congratulations on purchasing your Explorer 500 series headset Please refer to the safety instructions for important product safety information prior to installation or use of the product. 3
This guide contains instructions for setting up and using your new Plantronics product. Welcome Congratulations on purchasing your Explorer 500 series headset Please refer to the safety instructions for important product safety information prior to installation or use of the product. 3
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What's in the box Headset NOTE Headset design and contents may vary by product. USB charge strap 4
What's in the box Headset NOTE Headset design and contents may vary by product. USB charge strap 4
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Accessories 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2-in-1 Charging cable PN; Black 88852-01, White 88852-02 2 USB car charger PN; Black 89110-01, White 89110-02 3 USB charge strap PN; 204180-01 4 Wall charger PN; 89304-01 5 Fit kit PN; 201777-03 6 Eartip pack PN; 201955-01 Small, 201955-02 Medium, 201955-03 Large Sold separately. 5
Accessories 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2-in-1 Charging cable PN; Black 88852-01, White 88852-02 2 USB car charger PN; Black 89110-01, White 89110-02 3 USB charge strap PN; 204180-01 4 Wall charger PN; 89304-01 5 Fit kit PN; 201777-03 6 Eartip pack PN; 201955-01 Small, 201955-02 Medium, 201955-03 Large Sold separately. 5
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Headset Overview Be safe Power button Call button Charge port Headset LED (indicator light) Volume button: Increases or decreases volume Mute Please read the safety guide for important safety, charging, battery and regulatory information before using your new headset. 6
Headset Overview Be safe Power button Call button Charge port Headset LED (indicator light) Volume button: Increases or decreases volume Mute Please read the safety guide for important safety, charging, battery and regulatory information before using your new headset. 6
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... hear "pairing" and the headset indicator lights flash blue and red. 2 Activate Bluetooth® on your phone and set it to search for new devices. 4 Select PLT_500 If necessary, enter passkey 0000 and accept the connection. Once successfully paired, the indicator light stops flashing and you hear "pairing successful" and the headset indicator lights stop flashing. Use two phones Multipoint technology lets you pair a second phone and answer calls from either phone. 1 Power on your headset. 2 Press and hold the Call button until the indicator light flashes red and blue or you power...
... hear "pairing" and the headset indicator lights flash blue and red. 2 Activate Bluetooth® on your phone and set it to search for new devices. 4 Select PLT_500 If necessary, enter passkey 0000 and accept the connection. Once successfully paired, the indicator light stops flashing and you hear "pairing successful" and the headset indicator lights stop flashing. Use two phones Multipoint technology lets you pair a second phone and answer calls from either phone. 1 Power on your headset. 2 Press and hold the Call button until the indicator light flashes red and blue or you power...
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To adjust the fit, you can rotate the eartip on the headset or add the optional clip-on earloop. 8 Adjust the fit The universal-fit eartip has a thin loop that bends to gently tuck into the contours of either ear.
To adjust the fit, you can rotate the eartip on the headset or add the optional clip-on earloop. 8 Adjust the fit The universal-fit eartip has a thin loop that bends to gently tuck into the contours of either ear.
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Charge Headset You may charge your headset using the included USB charging strap connected to any powered USB port When finished charging, take your headset on the go by attaching the strap to a key ring, bag strap, belt loop, or any suitable object 9
Charge Headset You may charge your headset using the included USB charging strap connected to any powered USB port When finished charging, take your headset on the go by attaching the strap to a key ring, bag strap, belt loop, or any suitable object 9
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... the Voice button for 3 seconds. (Devices may vary.) 10 Mute or unmute headset During a conversation, press and hold the Volume button.* *Android phone must be set to medium/high or audio will indicate the voice control is muted, a reminder tone repeats every 15 minutes. A series of tones will sound to low. Voice enabaled assistant To activate Siri or Google Voice, press the Call button for 2 seconds. While the microphone is Now, Cortana) active. The Basics Answer...
... the Voice button for 3 seconds. (Devices may vary.) 10 Mute or unmute headset During a conversation, press and hold the Volume button.* *Android phone must be set to medium/high or audio will indicate the voice control is muted, a reminder tone repeats every 15 minutes. A series of tones will sound to low. Voice enabaled assistant To activate Siri or Google Voice, press the Call button for 2 seconds. While the microphone is Now, Cortana) active. The Basics Answer...
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Once back in range with your headset will conserve its battery power by entering into a DeepSleep mode. DeepSleep Mode If you leave your headset powered on but out of range of your paired phone for more than 90 minutes, your phone, press the Call button to exit DeepSleep mode. 11
Once back in range with your headset will conserve its battery power by entering into a DeepSleep mode. DeepSleep Mode If you leave your headset powered on but out of range of your paired phone for more than 90 minutes, your phone, press the Call button to exit DeepSleep mode. 11
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Decipher the Lights Your headset has an indicator light that flashes in response to a change in status or after a button press. Some examples of what you will see are: • Solid red until charging complete and then off • Flashing red and blue during pairing • Triple red flash when less than 10 minutes of talk time • Triple blue flash at incoming call 12
Decipher the Lights Your headset has an indicator light that flashes in response to a change in status or after a button press. Some examples of what you will see are: • Solid red until charging complete and then off • Flashing red and blue during pairing • Triple red flash when less than 10 minutes of talk time • Triple blue flash at incoming call 12
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Hear it Whisper Your headset tells you about status changes. For example: "Power on" "Pairing successful" "Talk time (x) hours" "Mute on" "Incoming call" "Answering call" "Phone disconnected" "Recharge headset" 13
Hear it Whisper Your headset tells you about status changes. For example: "Power on" "Pairing successful" "Talk time (x) hours" "Mute on" "Incoming call" "Answering call" "Phone disconnected" "Recharge headset" 13
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The language selection directions repeat in every supported language. 3 Follow the voice-guided prompts to your phone, you can change the headset language. 1 Wearing your headset is paired and connected to select the headset language. 14 Select language Once your headset, power it on. 2 Press and hold the Volume up and down buttons together until you hear "welcome."
The language selection directions repeat in every supported language. 3 Follow the voice-guided prompts to your phone, you can change the headset language. 1 Wearing your headset is paired and connected to select the headset language. 14 Select language Once your headset, power it on. 2 Press and hold the Volume up and down buttons together until you hear "welcome."
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Install the App Get the most from your headset by installing our free mobile app, Plantronics Hub for iOS/ Android. plantronics.com/apps 15 Explore all of your headset's features, view instructions, and contact Plantronics support easily from your smartphone.
Install the App Get the most from your headset by installing our free mobile app, Plantronics Hub for iOS/ Android. plantronics.com/apps 15 Explore all of your headset's features, view instructions, and contact Plantronics support easily from your smartphone.
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.... All other trademarks are owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc., any use by Plantronics, Inc. Patents pending 204740--06 (02.17) is a trademark of Plantronics, Inc. iPhone is a trademark of their respective owners. Plantronics, Plantronics Explorer and Simply Smarter Communications are trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. registered in the US and other countries, and Explorer is under license. Support EN Tel: 0800 410014 AR...
.... All other trademarks are owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc., any use by Plantronics, Inc. Patents pending 204740--06 (02.17) is a trademark of Plantronics, Inc. iPhone is a trademark of their respective owners. Plantronics, Plantronics Explorer and Simply Smarter Communications are trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. registered in the US and other countries, and Explorer is under license. Support EN Tel: 0800 410014 AR...
