STEP 1150, User Manual

Page 1: ...STEP 1150 User s Guide STEP Communications 625 River Oaks Parkway San Jose CA 95134 Tel 408 474 0272 www stepcommunications com ...

Page 2: ...peration 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 Changes or modifications to your device not expressly approved by STEP Communications Corp can void the user s authority to operate the equipment BLUETOOTH is a trademark of the Bluetoo...

Page 3: ...lame or fire Do not drop your headset or expose it to severe physical shock or vibration Do not dismantle or attempt to repair yourheadset If yourheadset fails return your headset to your place of purchase for repair or service Do not attempt to pair your headset to your phone while driving Always use caution when using a cell phone while driving Keep your headset away from small children as yourh...

Page 4: ...lectronic devices without using cables The technology is based on a radio link that offers fast and reliable transmission of voice and data information It does not require a line of sight connection in order to establish communication Bluetooth wireless technology uses a globally available frequency range intended to ensure communication compatibility with a wide variety of devices worldwide ...

Page 5: ...ser s Guide focuses on how to use the headset with your Bluetooth compatible mobile phone When the headset is connected to your mobile phone you can use voice control to make calls if your phone supports this function The phone can be tucked away in your pocket or in a bag You can handle incoming and outgoingcalls andadjustthe volume using the single rocker switch on your STEP 1150 headset Simply ...

Page 6: ...s Matrix 6 Connecting Your Headset to the Charger 7 Adjusting Your Headset for Maximum Comfort 9 Pairing the Headset to Your Phone 13 Resetting the Headset 15 General Operation 16 On Off volume control making calls voice activated dialing answering calls muting calls Quick Reference Guide 23 Troubleshooting 24 Technical Specifications 25 End User Limited Product Warranty 26 ...

Page 7: ...port the Bluetooth headsetorhands free profile version 1 1 or 1 2 To be able to use the STEP 1150 headset together with a mobile phone that does not have built in Bluetooth capability you will need to connect theoptional STEP BTA 1 wireless Bluetooth adapter to it The STEP 1150 can also be used with Bluetooth compatible PDAs PCs and other consumer electronic devices that support the Bluetooth head...

Page 8: ...you want to wear the headset it can be worn on your right or left ear Pair the headset with a device for example a mobile phone PDA or desktop computer These processes are described in detail in the pages that follow Please register your unit at www stepcommunications com register for warranty purposes Remembertoalwaysstoreandchargeyour headset in a safe place when it is not being worn ...

Page 9: ...S T E P 1 1 5 0 3 Features Controls note STEP 1150 available in black or silver ...

Page 10: ... is used to perform a variety of functions including turning theheadseton turning the headset off adjusting the volume performing basicand advanced call functions and pairing your headsettoyourphoneor Bluetooth device The control can be rocked forward rocked backwards or depressed as shown below ...

Page 11: ...e headset for a minimum of 4 hours before using the unit for the first time Be sure to use only the charging adaptor supplied with your headset or the optional STEP USB charging adaptor The use of other adaptors may damage your unit and will void the warranty While charging your headset for the first time the LED indicator will glow a constant red Other information provided by the LED indicator is...

Page 12: ...e below explains the various modes of the LED indicator during charging LED color Battery or Charging Status Constant Red Battery charging while headset is off Flashing Green Battery charging while headset is on Solid Green When the headset is turned off and theheadset is fully charged the LED will glow green 1 Orange flash Low battery power the LED will flash 1 orange flash to every 9 green flash...

Page 13: ...es and wish to charge your headset during your travels you will need to purchase the appropriate adaptor for use in the country you are visiting Your charger is also supplied with a charger adaptor cable approximately 23 CM 9 inches long This adaptor cable is used to connect your headset to your charger or to the optional charging devices available from STEP WARNING do not attempt to charge your s...

Page 14: ...ifitis not already connected and then plug the adapter cable to the headset as shown Note the charging adaptor is keyed to fit only one way into your headset Do not force the adaptor cable into the connecting port of the headset as this may damage your headset and void your warranty ...

Page 15: ...ear canal you may wish to rotate the ear bud slightly up or down to position the opening so that it points towards the opening of your ear canal You can also adjust the fit of your headset by gently forming or bending the neck of the unit so that it is placed deeper into your ear Remember though that the STEP 1150 was designed to deliver clear sound without blocking your ear and thereby removing s...

Page 16: ...up at the factory for use on your left ear If you wish to wear the headset on your rightear changetheorientation of the ear bud as follows Gently grasp the headset as shown and with your other hand rotate the ear bud clockwise or counter clockwise approximately 180 to the other side orienting the ear bud for the preferred ear ...

Page 17: ...adset The neck of your STEP 1150 can be positioned or bent to conform to the shape of your ear to provide maximum comfort and sound delivery Hold the headset as shown and gently bend the neck to place the ear bud in a comfortable depth to your ear ...

Page 18: ... When putting on the headset first place the ear bud at the entrance of your ear with the body of the headset slightly above your ear Gently place the body of the headset behind your ear using a slight rotational motion as shown in the diagram ...

Page 19: ...ur phone or other device Please refer to the owner s manual of your phone or other device for detailed instructions on how to access and activate the Bluetooth pairing or set upprocedure 2 With the headset turned off pressandholddown the multi function control for approx 5 seconds until the LED indicator light on theheadset flashes an alternating green and red Make sure theheadset and the phone ar...

Page 20: ...ul your headsetindicatorlightwill flash green If your phone or device does not find the headset turn off the headset by pressing down the multi function control for approximately 5 seconds reset your phone or device to the beginning of the Bluetooth pairing process and repeat steps 1 5 Once pairing is completed yourheadsetwillworkwithyour cell phone anytime the two units are powered on and in work...

Page 21: ...all current pairings To reset the Headset 1 With the headset turned off depress and hold down the Multi function control for 12 seconds The LED will flash green for approximately 2 3 seconds then red and green for approximately 7 8 seconds then orange Release the button 2 The headset will power off automatically after a few seconds The headset has now been reset ...

Page 22: ...tion control for approximately 2 seconds or until you hear a series of short tones low tones followed by high tones To turn the Headset off Press and hold down the multi function control for approximately 4 seconds or until you hear a second series of short tones this time high tones followed by low tones ...

Page 23: ...wice for each volume level increase you desire To decrease the volume rock the multi function controller wheel backwards twice for each volume level decrease you desire There are eight separate 8 volume levels Note be sure to merely rock the multi function controller wheel forward or backward during adjustments Do not press down as you will end your call ...

Page 24: ...n of information e g dialing to indicate it is communicating with your phone For phones without voice dialing capability once your headset is paired to your phone dial the number as you normally would using the keypad on your phone and use the headset to converse with your party For voice dialing please refer to the section that follows When using the headset to receive a call press down the multi...

Page 25: ...dthe headset areonandwithin range of each other Press down the multi function control once 2 After the beep voice dial as you normally would 3 End the call by pressing down the multi functioncontrol on your headset You can also end a call by pressingthe END or NO key on the phone Please refer to your phone s user manual or documentation for more information on voice dialing and control ...

Page 26: ...functioncontrolon your headset or the END or NO key on the phone Answering a second call if your phone supports multiple incoming calls You must use the phone keypad to answer and handle a second call but you can still use theheadset for talking and listening You cannot use the multi function control to answer the second call Refer to your phone s user manual or documentation for details on how to...

Page 27: ...tone and the Multi function LED indicator will flash red while a call is muted Once your call is muted you may release the multi function control You will be able to hear the party you were speaking with on your headset but they will not be able to hear you To continue your conversation simply rock the multi function control forward or backwards No tone signal will be heard to indicate the normal ...

Page 28: ...ng theheadset youcantransferthe call to the headset if the headset is on paired with the phone and within range To transfer sound to the headset press down the multi function control briefly or about 1 2 second to transfer the sound to the headset You can now use theheadset as if youoriginatedthecall with the headset ...

Page 29: ...ti function control down once To end a call briefly press the multi function control down once or terminate the call from your cellular phone To mute a call rock hold the multi function control forward for 5 seconds Rock the control again to unmute To adjust volume when wearing the unit to increase the volume rock the multi function control forward two times for each incremental level To decrease ...

Page 30: ...for your particular device For additional instructionsandinstructionsfornewdevices pleasevisit www stepcommunications com userguide update To view an interactive list of FAQs Frequently Asked Questions and suggestions for troubleshooting please visit www stepcommunications com faq If you still have troubles with your device you can contact STEP directly at support stepcommunications com ...

Page 31: ...2 4 GHz ISM Band 2400 2483 5 MHz Useful Range 10 meters 33 feet from device Compliance UL FCC Part 15 EN 300 328 2 CE 0682 ETS300 328 IC RSS 210 Bluetooth Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C Weight Headset 20 grams Charger 99 grams Size Headset 63 mm L x 56 mm H x 15 mm W Average Talk Time 4 hours Average Standby Time 110 hours Battery Type Lithium Polymer Battery Charger US charger 100 to 240VAC in...

Page 32: ...ation operation or maintenance instructions ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY STEP s sole obligation under this warranty or any implied warranty and the purchaser s sole remedy is limited to the repair or replacement at STEP s option of the product or any defective part IN NO EVENTSHALLSTEP ITS...