2I. Bluetooth 83
Bluetooth
⽧ Turning Bluetooth On or Off (page 83)
⽧ Changing the Device Name (page 83)
⽧ Connecting a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit (page 83)
⽧ Reconnecting a Headset or Car Kit (page 84)
⽧ Disconnecting or Unpairing From a Bluetooth Device (page 84)
⽧ Sending and Receiving Information Using Bluetooth (page 84)
⽧ Adding the Bluetooth Received Folder to the Home Screen (page 86)
Using 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 up to approximately 30 feet.
Turning Bluetooth On or Off
1. Press > , and then tap Settings > Wireless & networks.
2. Select or clear the
Bluetooth check box.
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 “Customizing the Home Screen” on page 22.
Changing the Device Name
The device name identifies your device to other devices.
1. Press
> , and then tap Settings > Wireless & networks.
2. If the Bluetooth check box is not selected, select it to turn Bluetooth on.
3. Tap
Bluetooth settings > Device name.
4. Enter the name for your device in the dialog box, and then tap
OK.
Connecting a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit
You can listen to music over an Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a
compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. It’s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and hands-free.
For you to listen to music with your headset or car kit, the headset or car kit must support the A2DP
Bluetooth profile.
1. Press
> , and then tap Settings > Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings.
2. If Bluetooth is not switched on, tap the
Bluetooth check box to switch it on.
3. Make sure that the headset is discoverable, so that your device can find the headset. Refer to the
instructions that came with the headset to find out how to set it in discoverable mode.
2I. Bluetooth
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.
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