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Bluetooth

About 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 devices. The Bluetooth communication
range is usually up to approximately 30 feet.

Turning Bluetooth On and Off

To turn Bluetooth on:
1. Press ➔ and then tap
(
Settings
) ➔
Wireless and network
➔
Bluetooth settings
.
2. Tap the
Bluetooth
field to activate the
feature (checkmark indicates active).
When active, displays in the Status
area.
To turn Bluetooth off:
1. Press ➔ and then tap
(
Settings
) ➔
Wireless and network
➔
Bluetooth settings
.
2. Tap the
Bluetooth
field to deactivate the
feature.

Bluetooth Status Indicators

The following icons show your Bluetooth
connection status at a glance:
Displays when Bluetooth is active.
Displays when Bluetooth is connected
(paired) and communicating.

Bluetooth Settings

The Bluetooth settings menu allows you to set up
many of the characteristics of your device’s
Bluetooth service, including:

•

Entering or changing the name your device uses for
Bluetooth communication and description

•

Setting your device’s visibility (or “discoverability”)
for other Bluetooth devices

•

Displaying your device’s Bluetooth address
To access the Bluetooth Settings menu:
1. Press ➔ and then tap
(
Settings
) ➔
Wireless and network
➔
Bluetooth settings
.
2. Verify Bluetooth is active. Indicated by a
green check mark in the Bluetooth field.
3. Tap the
Device name
,
Visible
, and
Search
for devices
fields to set the options.