How to use Bluetooth in your VehicleDriving and talking on a cell phone can be a dangerous combination. With Bluetooth technology you can make it much safer to receive and take calls while commuting.
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If you've purchased a vehicle model year 2004 or newer it may alreayd come equipped with Bluetooth connection. Even if your vehicle does not have this feature built in you can still utilize this incredibly handy feature which will make your communicating while commuting much safer.
You ask What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth is actually a wireless connection between two electronic devices with in 10 meters of each other. Communication is facilitated via 2.4Ghz radio frequency. Bluetooth eliminates the need for inconvient wires and cables.
Where can I get Bluetooth?
A quick search on Yahoo Shopping can link you to many vendors that sell Bluetooth products. To list a few: Amazon, Circuit City, Target, Tiger Direct and Ebay
What kinds of Bluetooth devices can I use?
There are many devices you can use in your vehicle and elsewhere to enable handsfree communication with out burdensome wires. One type is a headset, these particular devices conventiently hook over your ear and feature a built in speaker and microphone. Price ranges for this item between $30-$150
A second type of device is a visor mounted speaker clip, which can also be secured via a lanyard around your neck or even set strategically on a desk to be used during a conference call. It also has a built in speaker and microphone. The ideal place to mount this item in your vehicle is with in 16 inches of your mouth in an unobstructed place. Price ranges for this item is $50-$100.
New on the market is a Bluetooth watch offered by Sony Ericsson. It works in the same manner as a headset or visor mounted speaker however it offers a
feature the other two devices do not, fashion appeal. This Bluetooth device is a fashion accessory while providing convenience and safety. It can literally go everywhere it's user goes. Current MRSP for this item is $399.
How do I use a Bluetooth device?
Before you've purchased your desired style of bluetooth device it's important to check the feature on your cellular handset. Be sure to check the owners manual to see if you phone offers the Bluetooth feature, with out that offered your Bluetooth device can not function with your handset. You will also want to check the compatibility of the brand and model of the Bluetooth device to see if it pairs with your particular Bluetooth compatible phone, not all devices will pair correctly with all handsets.
Once you've confirmed your phone does indeed have Bluetooth technology and your device is indeed compatible it is time to sync your device to your handset. Each handset with come with a specific instruction manual to achieve a pairing between items however typically it follows this siimilar pattern.
Step 1: Power on the Bluetooth device
Step 2: Locate Bluetooth options in handset, typically listed in the connectivity menu.
Step 3: Turn Bluetooth setting on
Step 4: Go to "My Devices"
Step 5: Add new device
Step 6: At this time your handset will search for any active devices, once found it will ask to "add device", select "Yes"
Step 7: Insert passcode, typically either 1234 or 0000.
Step 8: You are connected, your phone should handle your calls via your Bluetooth device at this time.
You ask What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth is actually a wireless connection between two electronic devices with in 10 meters of each other. Communication is facilitated via 2.4Ghz radio frequency. Bluetooth eliminates the need for inconvient wires and cables.
Where can I get Bluetooth?
A quick search on Yahoo Shopping can link you to many vendors that sell Bluetooth products. To list a few: Amazon, Circuit City, Target, Tiger Direct and Ebay
What kinds of Bluetooth devices can I use?
There are many devices you can use in your vehicle and elsewhere to enable handsfree communication with out burdensome wires. One type is a headset, these particular devices conventiently hook over your ear and feature a built in speaker and microphone. Price ranges for this item between $30-$150
A second type of device is a visor mounted speaker clip, which can also be secured via a lanyard around your neck or even set strategically on a desk to be used during a conference call. It also has a built in speaker and microphone. The ideal place to mount this item in your vehicle is with in 16 inches of your mouth in an unobstructed place. Price ranges for this item is $50-$100.
New on the market is a Bluetooth watch offered by Sony Ericsson. It works in the same manner as a headset or visor mounted speaker however it offers a
How do I use a Bluetooth device?
Before you've purchased your desired style of bluetooth device it's important to check the feature on your cellular handset. Be sure to check the owners manual to see if you phone offers the Bluetooth feature, with out that offered your Bluetooth device can not function with your handset. You will also want to check the compatibility of the brand and model of the Bluetooth device to see if it pairs with your particular Bluetooth compatible phone, not all devices will pair correctly with all handsets.
Once you've confirmed your phone does indeed have Bluetooth technology and your device is indeed compatible it is time to sync your device to your handset. Each handset with come with a specific instruction manual to achieve a pairing between items however typically it follows this siimilar pattern.
Step 1: Power on the Bluetooth device
Step 2: Locate Bluetooth options in handset, typically listed in the connectivity menu.
Step 3: Turn Bluetooth setting on
Step 4: Go to "My Devices"
Step 5: Add new device
Step 6: At this time your handset will search for any active devices, once found it will ask to "add device", select "Yes"
Step 7: Insert passcode, typically either 1234 or 0000.
Step 8: You are connected, your phone should handle your calls via your Bluetooth device at this time.
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