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What is Bluetooth wireless technology?
Bluetooth technology is a personal area wireless networking standard. It uses low-power, short-range wireless technology designed for local areas voice and data communications. It operates in the 2.4 GHz ISM band, providing license-free operation in the United States, Europe and Japan.
  
 
 
What is pairing and why is it important?
Pairing is the process by which you establish a connection between two Bluetooth enabled devices, such as a headset and mobile phone. Because different Bluetooth products connect in different ways, you should read the Pairing Instructions for your new accessory. You may also need to consult the users' manual for your Bluetooth enabled phone.
Or, you can visit Motorola Support for step-by-step instructions on how to pair your Motorola Bluetooth accessory with your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone: Learn More
  
 
 
Do I need to go through the pairing process every time I want to use a device with my Bluetooth phone?
No. To help conserve energy, the default Bluetooth setting on your Motorola phone is "Off." When you complete a pairing process, it only temporarily powers on. You can enable automatic connection between your compatible Motorola Bluetooth enabled device by changing the default Bluetooth setting on your phone to "On", and verifying that your Bluetooth device is set up to allow automatic access. When the phone is on, it enables Bluetooth power so you connect automatically when you turn on your Bluetooth device. You can also be paired with several Bluetooth enabled devices at the same time, such as a headset and stereo headphones.
  
 
 
What are Bluetooth Profiles and why are they important to me?
Profiles are what drive the communication between two different devices. The devices must have the same profile in order to communicate.
Like the drivers in computers, Profiles are software built into the device enabling communication. Bluetooth creates the connection used by Profiles to communicate with each other. If the devices do not have the same profile, they are unable to communicate.
Profiles are defined by use case. For example, there is a hands-free profile (HFP) which is found in most mobile phones and headsets to facilitate the hands-free experience. With the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) and Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), you can stream music from your PC, home stereo or MP3 player with your Bluetooth phone. Get more details.
  
 
 
Is Motorola compatible with every manufacturer's Bluetooth devices?
If the other device is qualified and supports the same Bluetooth profiles as the Motorola device, then the devices will be compatible.
All Motorola devices are tested to the latest Bluetooth standards and meet or exceed the Bluetooth standards for the profiles supported.
  
 
 
Can I use a Bluetooth compatible PDA with my Bluetooth accessory?
For a PDA device you will need to contact the original manufacturer to get information on Bluetooth compatibility and directions to make use of certain Bluetooth profiles to communicate with another device.
Bluetooth is the standard for connecting devices together wirelessly. The PDA would need to support the same Bluetooth profile as the Motorola device in order to communicate.
  
 
 
How secure are Motorola Bluetooth products?
Motorola products are very secure. Motorola phones are only discoverable by another device when first turned on or when the user makes them discoverable. Even then, Motorola phones only remain discoverable for 60 seconds, severely limiting the time for an intruder to gain access. Additionally, in most cases for Bluetooth, pairing is required before access is allowed for any service.
Motorola does not require pairing for object push or the pushing of contact information to another phone or PDA, although the user is required to authorize the connection. Motorola also does not allow object pull or the unsolicited pulling of data such as a contact name. This means that data on a Motorola phone is safe.
  
 
 
What is the latest Bluetooth standard? What standard do Motorola products adhere to?
The latest released Bluetooth standard is Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR (enhanced data rate) which provides faster connection times, better audio performance and better resistance to interference from other wireless products like WiFi.
  
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1 All features, functionality and other product specifications are based upon the latest available information and are believed to be accurate; however such product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

2 All talk and standby times are quoted in Digital Mode, and are approximate. Battery performance depends on network configuration, signal strength, operating temperature, features selected, and voice, data and other application usage patterns.

3 The use of wireless phones and/or headphones while engaged in activities requiring concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology safely.

4 The use of wireless phones while driving may cause distraction. Discontinue a call if you can’t concentrate on driving. Additionally, the use of wirelesss devices and their accessories may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas. Always obey the laws and regulations on the use of these products.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark office. The Bluetooth trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by Motorola Inc under license. TEN Technology word mark, TEN Technology logo, and naviPlay are trademarks of TEN Technology, Inc. All other products or service names are the property of their respective owners © Motorola, Inc. 2008.

Motorola Bluetooth Stereo products (headphones and adapters) are compatible with any brand of Bluetooth-enabled phone or music device that supports Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) and Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP).

The Bluetooth Stereo PC Adapter PC850 is compatible with devices that support A2DP, dial-up networking (DUN), human interface device (HID) and most other Bluetooth profiles.

The naviPlay adapter is compatible with Generation 3 or newer iPods that have a dock connector (i.e. iPod, iPod mini, iPod nano). In order for Bluetooth devices to communicate with one another, they must utilize the same Bluetooth profile. To determine the profiles supported by other Motorola devices, visit www.hellomoto.com/bluetooth.
For other devices, contact their respective manufacturer.

Certain Bluetooth features including those listed may not be supported by all compatible Bluetooth- enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may be limited in certain devices, or by certain wireless carriers. Contact your wireless carrier about feature availability and functionality.

The use of wireless phones and/or headphones while engaged in activities requiring concentration may cause distraction or otherwise impair your ability to safely participate in such activities. Always use technology safely.
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