Why A Bluetooth Headset Is Unable To Connect

A Bluetooth headset can connect with any Bluetooth-enabled device

A Bluetooth headset uses the wireless technology standard to establish a short-range connection to another Bluetooth-enabled device and then broadcasts the audio signal it gets from that device. Before the Bluetooth headset will work, it must go through a pairing process to search for and connect with the headset. If your headset is having issues connecting, several reasons could be causing the problem.

Not in Pairing Mode

Your headset has to be in pairing mode before it can connect to another device. Since most Bluetooth headsets don't have LCDs, it can be difficult to determine if the headset is in pairing mode. Generally, the LED indicator flashes in a certain pattern when the device enters pairing mode, but different headsets have different patterns. To further complicate things, many newer headsets will only enter pairing mode if they don't detect a previously connected device in the area. Your best bet is to check the headset's documentation to determine get your headset into pairing mode and how the LED will flash once it is in that mode.

Incorrect Passcode

When you pair a Bluetooth headset, the device you're connecting the headset to will ask you to enter a passcode or PIN number. For the vast majority of Bluetooth headsets, this code is "0000," however, each manufacturer can use whatever code it chooses. Check your headset's documentation for the correct passcode if you have the manual available. If you don't have the manual, try "9999" or "1234," which are occasionally used. A few headsets even have their code printed somewhere on the device, such as under a removable battery.

Too Far Away

Bluetooth headsets are considered Class 2 Bluetooth devices, which simply means that they have a transmit range of around 30 feet, or 10 meters. Additionally, any obstructions like walls, windows or even your body reduce this range by several feet. If your Bluetooth headset isn't close enough to the device you're trying to connect it to, the pairing process will continue to fail.

Not Enough Power

When you try to pair your Bluetooth headset, the headset is forced to constantly transmit information. This constant signal requires a decent amount of energy to work properly. Most headsets should prevent you from entering pairing mode when the battery is almost out of power, but some may not. Plug your headset into an electrical outlet and let it sit for at least 20 minutes to ensure that it has enough power to complete the pairing process.

Too Many Existing Connections

The headset isn't always the faulty party when a connection between two devices fails. While a number of different reasons can cause a Bluetooth device to have pairing issues pairing, on many older Bluetooth devices, the problem can be a maximum limit on the number of other Bluetooth devices it can connect with. Look through the Bluetooth menu of that device and delete any device you no longer use; then try to pair your headset again.

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Basic Weather Instruments

Weather instruments are used to give meteorologists information on the behavior of weather patterns and how they affect the atmosphere. They range from simple devices, such as thermometers and rain gauges that measure heat and rainfall, to more intricate instruments,such as the psychrometer, which uses a dry and wet thermometer to measure the relative humidity of the surrounding air. Because weather patterns are part of the heat, pressure and moisture systems of the atmosphere, measuring these variables can help scientists predict the weather.

Basic Principles

Weather instruments are all focused on one primary task measuring atmospheric conditions. Meteorologists are interested in all of the effects that cause different types of weather, including heat, pressure, moisture and wind. The instruments help them measure these variables quickly and precisely. By documenting atmospheric conditions and applying physical laws to their occurrence, scientists can observe and predict weather patterns. While many of their instruments are common and used for many different purposes, some are specific to meteorologists and have particular functions.

Thermometer

Thermometers measure temperature, more specifically, they measure the temperature of the surrounding air. To receive a full set of results, scientists usually take thermometer readings at a set of locations and altitudes. Pockets of air move up and down in the atmosphere, based on how much heat they have. Such movements produce most of the noticeable weather effects, including the movements of rainstorms and the creation of tornadoes. Of course, scientists can also find a wealth of information by measuring the heat of the oceans where weather patterns originate.

Anemometer

Anemometers measure the qualities of the wind that is blowing in the area. They measure wind strength and direction, giving scientists vital information on where and how fast storms are moving. Direction is easy to measure, but the anemometer also shows the pressure built up within the wind and the velocity at which it is traveling.

Barometer/Barograph

A barometer uses air or mercury to measure the pressure of the atmosphere. Atmospheric pressure shifts based on altitude and strong weather effects. Changes in pressure can show scientists what types of weather patterns are developing, providing early warnings signs for such destructive events as tornadoes and hurricanes. In aneroid barometers, the air outside is compared to a pocket of air at a stable pressure within the device, while mercury versions measure the change in mercury, which shifts based on the current pressure.

Psychrometer/Hygrometer

The psychrometer is just one example of how these and many other instruments can be combined to form a set of data on one given effect. Psychrometers use different sets of thermometers to measure relative humidity at a specific location. One device has a dry bulb, and the other has a wet bulb. By measuring the difference between these two thermometers, scientists can pinpoint how much moisture is in the air at the time. Hygrometer is the general name for these systems, and there are other kinds of hygrometers that use different methods to measure humidity, such as the dew point hygrometer.

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Install The Garmin 5800

The Garmin Mobile XT software provides GPS options on a mobile phone.

The Garmin Mobile XT application is designed for smart phones such as the Nokia 5800. Installation is simple and takes little time.

Instructions

1. Download the installation file for Garmin (See Resources). It includes more extensive instructions and files necessary to operate the GPS package effectively. Place the file on the computer desktop.

2. Select the "Application" option on the Nokia 5800. Select "Location," then "Positioning." Select "Positioning Methods," then "Assisted GPS" and "Integrated GPS."

3. Select the "Application" option again, then "Location." Select "GPS Data," "Position" and "Options." Select "Satellite Status." This will determine how much signal the phone is receiving from a satellite.

4. Connect the mobile phone to the computer using the USB cable. Unzip the downloaded files by clicking on the file with the computer mouse. Select "Unzip." Place the files on the desktop. Select "Mass Storage Mode" on the mobile phone.

5. Open the files. Install the Garmin Mobile XT software by selecting each file individually from the unzipped files.

6. Disconnect the phone from the computer. Select the "Menu" option and "Settings" on the phone. Select "Application Manager." Install the Garmin XT files listed.

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Restore Eeprom E90 Nokia

No tools are needed to restore a mobile phone.

There are many reasons to restore or master reset a Eeprom Nokia E90. Restoring the device back to the original or factory settings will erase any data not stored on the memory card of the device. It is recommended you complete a restore on any device you plan on selling or not using for a long period of time to prevent any personal data stored on the device from getting into the wrong hands.

Instructions

1. Back up the files stored on the Nokia to a Windows-based computer to prevent the loss of personal data once the device is restored. To do so, connect the device to the computer with a USB cable. Access "My Computer" and then open the file labeled, "removable disc." With that folder open, move the files you wish to keep to a backup folder. Skip this step if you do not wish to save the personal data on the device.

2. Enter *#7370# with the keypad of the phone. Nokia programs star and pound codes into the firmware of their phones to make it easier to access menu items such as the master reset function.

3. Enter 12345 into the phone when the Nokia prompts you for the reset password. This is the default code Nokia stores into the device. If the code has been changed from the default and you know the code, substitute 12345 with that code. If the code has been changed and you do not know the new code, contact Nokia. The phone must be sent to them to be "flashed." There is no other way to obtain the code.

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Configure A Mobile For Wifi Data Transfer To Pc

Establishing a stable Wi-Fi connection between your mobile device and PC allows you to transfer data from the phone to the PC and vice versa. This process requires a little technical experience and a means of connecting the mobile device to the PC, such as a USB sync cable or Bluetooth capability. The configuration process can be complete in minutes with just a few detailed instructions to ensure your connection is completely stable.

Instructions

1. Connect the mobile device to the PC. Plug the mobile device's USB sync cable into the phone and the PC or connect using Bluetooth. Wait for the connection indicator to appear in the lower right corner of the screen.

2. Open the mobile device's connection settings. Press the "Start" menu key in Windows Mobile on the phone and go to the phone's network and connection settings.

3. Choose the connectivity source for your mobile phone. Scroll through the list of settings, go to "WiFi", and click "Work" in the Wi-Fi dropdown list. Make your Wi-Fi network card the default connection source.

4. Obtain the phone's IP address. Select the "Use Specific IP Address" to redirect the phone's Wi-Fi connection to the PC. The phone's IP address will now be visible.

5. Set up the PC's network settings to receive the Wi-Fi data transfer. Go to the computer's "Wireless Connections", "Network Settings" or "Network and Internet" settings. Access the available network connection settings by right-clicking over the network and selecting the "Properties" tab.

6. Key the phone's IP address into the computer's Internet Protocol. In the properties screen, a list of installed Internet protocols will be displayed. Click on the "Internet Protocol TCP/IP" option and type the phone's IP address in the designated form. Click "OK" to save the settings.

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Unlock A Nokia 16612b

The Nokia 1661-2B is a GSM-based cellphone. GSM cellphones rely on SIM card technology to connect to specific wireless network carriers. When a phone is "locked" it means that the phone can only be used with one particular network carrier, such as T-Mobile. Unlocking a Nokia 1661-2B allows you to use the phone with any GSM network carrier. Unlocking the phone involves obtaining the unique SIM unlock code for the Nokia 1661-2B you own, and inputting the code into the phone.

Instructions

1. Turn on the Nokia 1661-2B.

2. Enter *#06# on the phone's number pad. The phone's 15-digit IMEI number should appear on the display. Write down this number.

3. Turn off the phone. Slide off the phone's battery cover, and lift out the phone's battery. There's a label inside the phone's battery compartment which also lists the phone's IMEI number. Compare this number to the IMEI number you wrote down. It's important that this number is recorded correctly in order to obtain the proper SIM unlock code for your phone.

4. Press the release spring located at the base of the SIM card slot. (The phone's SIM card slot is a sub-compartment located within the phone's battery compartment.) Slide out the currently installed SIM card.

5. Reinsert the phone's battery. Place the battery cover back on.

6. Contact your current network carrier's customer service department. Ask the customer service representative about obtaining the SIM unlock code for your phone. If certain customer requirements are met some GSM network providers will provide you with the SIM unlock code for a phone locked to their network at no charge. If it is not possible to obtain the SIM unlock code for your phone via its current network carrier, purchase the code from one of the commercial SIM unlock services offered in the Resources.

7. Turn on the Nokia 1661-2B.

8. Use the phone's number pad to enter #PW+Unlock Code+1#. To make the letter "P" appear, press the "*" button quickly three times. To make the letter "W" appear, press the * button quickly four times. To make the "+" sign appear, press the "*" button quickly two times. In the place of "Unlock Code" enter the unlock code you obtained from the phone's network carrier or from the SIM unlock service. If the correct unlock code was properly entered "SIM Restriction Off" should appear on the phone's display indicating that the phone is now unlocked.

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Hack Your Cell Phone To Use As A Modem

Hacking your cell phone to use as a modem will take approximately 30 minutes. This will allow you to use your mobile's Internet access (3G or 4G) as a modem for your computer or other device. It is useful when there is no WiFi or DSL connection available, and you need Internet access. Although it's not as fast using your cell phone, it will give you access to email and some light surfing.

Instructions

1. Set up your phone as a modem. On your phone menu, click "Start." Look for "Applications," then click "File Explorer." Go to "Windows Folder," "Internet Sharing" and "PC Connection." You will be asked to choose the method of connection, so choose either "USB" or "Bluetooth." Leave the Network Connection to the "Standard" setting and push "Connect."

2. Set up a USB connection. Simply insert the CD-ROM that came with your phone into your computer's drive. Follow the installation instructions that appear. Connect one end of the USB cable to the bottom of your phone and the other end into the USB port. Your operating system will now detect your phone as a modem.

3. Turn on your phone's Bluetooth connection. Go to "Menu" and click on "Bluetooth" for activation.

4. Turn on your laptop's Bluetooth connection. Go to the "Start Menu" and click "Control Panel." Select "Bluetooth" and the Bluetooth manager will come up. Press "Set up New Devices." Click on "Continue" for it to search for active devices. Select your phone and choose "Continue." From your phone, choose "YES," then enter the PIN code. The default code for most phones is either "8888" or "0000." Key it in and press "OK." Your phone and computer are now paired.

5. Launch your browser and surf. Once the phone has been set as the modem, click on your laptop's web browser. Go to a simple website to test the Internet connectivity. For 3G network, the usual browsing speed is 400 to 700 kbps, a little slower than a DSL connection, but much faster than browsing through the phone itself.

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Do U S Cell Phones Work In Haiti

The question of whether your cellular phone purchased in the United States works in Haiti can be answered, in short, with "maybe." It depends on the type of phone and the type of service that you have.

Mobile Service Providers

Haiti currently has three mobile telecommunications providers. They are Communication Cellulaire d'Haiti "COMCEL" (a subsidiary of Trilogy International Partners LLC), Haiti Telecommunications International S.A. "HaiTel" and Digicel Haiti (an affiliate of the pan-Caribbean Digicel Group).

Cellular Modes

There are three different digital wireless telephony technologies used throughout the world. All three are available in Haiti, depending on the mobile communications company.

TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) is the technology used by COMCEL.

CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) is the technology used by HaiTel.

GSM (Global System for Mobile communication) is the technology used by Digicel Haiti.

Cellular Bands

The digital wireless telephony technologies operate on the following cellular and personal communication services frequency :

TDMA on 850 MHz (cellular) and 1.9 GHz (personal communications services)

CDMA on 800 MHz (cellular) and 1.9 GHz (personal communications services)

GSM on 900 MHz (cellular) and 1.8 GHz (personal communications services)

The official cellular frequency spectrum used in Haiti is 850 MHz.

Multimode/Multiband Phone

To ensure that your U.S. cellular phone works in Haiti, make sure you follow the standard practice of most seasoned international travelers and acquire a multimode/multiband phone so that you can switch back and forth until you find the right mode and band that works for you.

Also, Verizon and AT&T wireless services are available in Haiti. So, if your multimode/multiband phone uses one of these carriers, you have further increased your chances.

Rentals, SIMs and Phone Cards

If you do not have a U.S.-purchased cellular phone that operates in Haiti, you still have other options. Haiti has a thriving cellular telephone rental industry. However, if you would rather keep your own cellular phone, you will just need to buy a SIM card and a phone card upon arrival. After placing the SIM card into your cellular phone, you can use the phone card to pay for the calls you make.

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Hook Up A Video Conference Camera

Video conferencing is a popular form of communication brought about by the onset of technology and the wide availability of computers with Internet access. To be able to participate in a video conference, there are several things you need to have. A good video-conference camera that will serve your needs is important. Be sure to pick the one that is fully equipped to do video conferencing, as cheap web cameras may not be up to the task.

Instructions

1. Install the necessary software. For the camera to work, you need to have the required drivers and programs that can locate the camera once you plug it in. These required software usually comes with the camera.

2. Plug the web camera through a USB or firewire port. Turn the camera switch on. As soon as you plug it in, the drivers will read the camera and prompt you to do a couple of things. This will include either starting a video conference or taking pictures. Take into consideration how the camera works on your end.

3. Review the display. Pay attention to details, like if your face comes in clear or fuzzy on the computer. What you see on your screen is close to what the person on the other end will see on his screen. Place the camera in a spot where it can capture everyone who is going to participate in the video conference. Make adjustments before starting the conference. Make use of the tools that come with the camera, such as panning or zooming.

4. Make sure the camera is compatible with your other video-conferencing software. The only way to find this out is to test your software, such as Skype or Aim, and see if you are able to use your camera with these products. Pick the best software to use. There are several third-party programs to choose from, and pick the one that best matches your needs.

5. Test the audio. Video-conference cameras have some type of built-in mic, so if your computer is not equipped with one or if you don't have a separate computer microphone, you can still use the camera for a video conference. Run the software you chose for your video conference and speak as you would want to speak in the conference.

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Change The Mobile Number In Yahoo Messenger

Change the Mobile Number in Yahoo Messenger

Yahoo! Messenger has an option where you can add your cell phone so you will receive alerts and messages when you aren't signed into Messenger on your computer. If you recently changed your mobile number and want to continue receiving alerts and instant messages from Yahoo!, you can edit your mobile settings.

Instructions

Yahoo! Messenger Version 10

1. Open Yahoo! Messenger and sign in with your User ID and password.

2. Click the "Messenger" tab and select "Preferences" from the menu that opens.

3. Select "General" from the category list and then click "Edit Mobile Phone." A new page will open in your Internet browser called "Yahoo! Mobile." Verify your password if you are prompted.

4. Click the trash can icon next to your mobile number to delete your old number. A window labeled "Delete this Device" will open.

5. Check the box next to "Remove alerts for this device" and then click "Delete Device." You will be taken back to the main Yahoo! Mobile page. You can add your new number here.

6. Click the "Add Alerts Device" link to add your new number.

7. Select how often you want to receive alerts from Yahoo and then click "Continue to Step 2."

8. Enter your mobile number (including area code) and select your wireless carrier. Yahoo! will send you a text message that contains a verification code. Click "Continue to Step 3."

9. Enter the verification code from the text message and click "Confirm." You will now receive alerts and messages from Yahoo! on your cell phone.

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10. Sign into Yahoo! Messenger with your User ID and password.

11. Click the "Messenger" tab located in the Yahoo! Messenger menu and then select "Preferences" from the dropdown menu that opens. The "Preferences" dialog box will open.

12. Select the "General" category from the category list in the pane at the left of the dialog box. You can view "Start Up," "Sign Out" and "Mobile Settings" here.

13. Click the "Edit Mobile Phone" button located at the bottom of the box. Another box will open asking you to verify your Yahoo! password. Enter the password and click "Continue." Another dialog box will open asking for your mobile phone details.

14. Select the country you live in from the dropdown list and then enter the new phone number you want to use in the box next to "Number." Yahoo! will send a text message to your phone with a verification code inside.

15. Retrieve the four-digit verification code from the text message and type it in the box next to "Enter Code."

16. Click "Next" after you enter the verification code. A page will open verifying that you have changed the mobile number associated with Yahoo! Messenger.

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Make Phone Ringtones

There may come a time when you wish to have new ringtones to spice things up. When this time comes, making your own phone ringtones may be something that interests you. Making them lets you choose which song you hear whenever somebody calls your cell phone.

Instructions

Phonezoo

1. Fill out all of the required information on the "Create Your Phonezoo profile" Website (see Resources below). Click "Register" when you are done. You will then be taken to an activation Web page. Check your cell phone for a text message from Phonezoo. That message will have an activation code that must be entered on the Phonezoo activation page. Type that code into the text boxes to finish making your free Phonezoo account.

2. Sign into your personal Phonezoo account. After you do so, click the "Ringtones" tab.

3. Click on the "Create From File" option that will be located beneath the "Ringtones" and "Photos" tabs near the top of the page. You will then be taken to the "Create Ringtone" page.

4. Click the "Browse" tab on the "Create From File" page. Once you do, you can select any song that is on your computer. Click the "Upload" tab after you chose a song, and the file will begin to upload onto the Phonezoo server.

5. Move the orange section in the "Edit Audio" box to select the beginning point for your ringtone. To do this, click on the middle of the orange section in order to move it in the "Edit Audio" box.

6. Click either the up or down arrow next to the "Length" box in order to alter the length of your Phonezoo ringtone. Your Phonezoo ringtone shouldn't be any longer than 30 seconds.

7. Decide if you want to save the ringtone to your Phonezoo profile for later or send it directly to your cell phone. If you want to save the ringtone, click the "Save to My Zoo" tab. To send the Phonezoo ringtone to your cell phone, click "Save & Send to Phone."

Myxer

8. Visit the "Make Your Own Ringtone" page on Myxer (see Resources below). Unlike Phonezoo, you can make ringtones on Myxer without signing up for a personal account.

9. Click the "Browse" tab in the middle of the Myxer page. Select any song on your computer that you want to make into a cell phone ringtone. After you have made your choice, click the "Customize" tab.

10. Change where your ringtone begins by clicking on the gray box in the audio section at the top of the page. Move the box until you find the desired starting point for the ringtone.

11. Type a number in the "Length" box to set the size of your ringtone. Just as with Phonezoo, your Myxer ringtone shouldn't last longer than 30 seconds.

12. Type your phone number in the "Get It Now Phone Number" box. Click "Send to Phone," and your cell phone will receive either the ringtone or a download link for the file you made on Myxer. If you receive a link, you will need to open the link by using your cell phone's Web browser. Once you open the link, you will be able to click a "Download" link. Doing so will save the ringtone to your cell phone.

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Configure A Microsoft Vpn Server

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) lets you set up a network that allows remote users to access your network over the Internet. Microsoft offers many tools and systems to set up and administer VPNs, but you need to configure the VPN before your users can start accessing your network remotely.

Instructions

Open the Configure Server Wizard

1. Click "Start" and then "Control Panel."

2. Open the "Administrative Tools."

3. Open the "Configure Your Server Wizard."

Run the Server Wizard

4. Choose "Custom Configuration."

5. Click "Next." The Server Role page opens.

6. Click "Remote Access/VPN Server" and then "Next."

Choose the Configuration Settings

7. Click "Next" on the Summary page. This page shows your current selections. If you haven't made any selections, the page tells you to change configuration settings.

8. Click "Next." The Configuration page opens.

9. Click "Virtual Private Network (VPN) and NAT." Click "Next." The VPN Configuration page opens.

10. Choose a network interface. Click "Next" to go to the IP Address Assignment page.

11. Verify that the "Automatic" option is selected. This automatically generates and assigns IP Addresses to remote systems.

12. Click "Next." The Name and Address Translation services page opens. Verify that you have the "Enable basic name and address services" option selected. This tells your computer to automatically assign IP addresses to private network computers that request them.

13. Click "Next" to open the Address Assignment Range page. Review the IP Address ranges shown on the page.

14. Click "Next" to open the Manage Multiple Remote Access Servers. Verify that you have the "No, use Routing and Remote Access to authenticate connection requests" option selected. This uses Windows authentication to verify connection requests.

15. Click "Next" to open the Completing the Routing and Remote Access Server Setup Wizard page. Verify that you have the correct settings. Click "Back" to change a setting on the appropriate page if needed. Click "Finish."

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Remove A Virus From Your Computer & Mobile

Downloading software on your phone can put your handset at risk.

Viruses are programs that save themselves to your PC or phone without authorization. They are usually hidden within other programs or folders and multiply several times within your phone or PC before ultimately ruining your software or completely destroying the hardware. These viruses are constantly changing, so the method of removal has to change along with them. According to ZDNet.com, viruses cost companies billions every year.

Instructions

Virus Removal Software

1. Open the Internet on your phone.

2. Go to Cell-Phone-Viruses.com (see Resources) and download the tool that is specified for the type of virus you have.

3. Run the program from your phone. This will only work if you can get the program to your cell phone.

Master Reset Your Phone

4. Perform a hard reset on your BlackBerry Storm by going to "Options," "Security Options," "General Settings," then select "Wipe Handheld."

5. Go to the main menu on your Motorola and navigate to "Settings." Next go to "Initial Setup," "Master Reset" and enter the generic passcode, which is 000000.

6. Dial "#7780#" from your Nokia and enter the security code "12345."

7. Connect your iPhone to the PC via the data cord. Open iTunes from your PC and select "Restore." This will delete all of your music files and the latest downloads.

Remove Viruses From the PC

8. Go to Microsoft.com (see Resources) and download the Malicious Software Removal Tool.

9. Go to "Get a Free Safety Scan" and click "Windows Live Safety Scanner." This tool is free and will scan your computer for any spyware. If it detects any viruses, spyware or malicious software, it will notify you of it and then quarantine the file before removing it entirely.

10. Download a different antivirus software. Not all antivirus software works in the same way. According to Microsoft, if your current antivirus software is not working to delete viruses even after installing updates, change your antivirus software.

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Unlock A Blackberry 8703e

Unlocking your BlackBerry 8703E takes a few simple key strokes.

The "Lock" function on your BlackBerry allows you to lock the phone to prevent unauthorized users from dialing numbers on the phone or keys from being accidentally pressed when the phone is in a bag, purse or pocket. There are two ways to lock and unlock a BlackBerry 8703e -- with or without setting a password -- using keys on the phone.

Instructions

With a Password

1. Roll the tracking wheel, located on the upper right hand side of the BlackBerry, downward to scroll through the icons on the home screen. Stop when you arrive at "Options" and click on it with the wheel. This icon looks like a wrench and provides a menu of the device's tools.

2. Click on "Security Options" under the "Options" menu with the trackwheel.

3. Click "General Settings" from the submenu.

4. Scroll through the menu options under "General Settings" and click the "Password" option. Click the trackwheel on "Enabled."

5. Type in a chosen password using the phone's keyboard. Click on "Save."

6. Click on the trackwheel to go back to the home screen. Scroll to and click on the "Lock" option, located under the "Security Options" menu.

7. Roll the tracking wheel to "Unlock" and click on it.

8. Type in your previously chosen password, when prompted.

9. Press the "Enter" key, which is the key with the curved arrow located in the bottom right hand corner of the keypad of the phone.

Without a Password

10. Click on the tracking wheel to get to the home screen of your BlackBerry.

11. Scroll through the icons on the home screen with the tracking wheel and click the "Keyboard Lock" option. Click on the "Keyboard Lock" option to lock the keyboard.

12. Press the asterisk key (or the"*" key) on your keyboard at the same time as the "Send" key to unlock the cell phone.

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Set Up A Bluetooth Headset With A Mobile

Setting up Bluetooth give you hands-free mobile phone features.

Bluetooth headset's have become one of the most popular and useful mobile phone accessories. Headsets allow hands-free control of a mobile phone, enabling the user to perform safely functions previously made dangerous due to the attention-taxing efforts of mobile phone use, such as operating a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle. While Bluetooth technology is relatively new, it is widely embraced by the mobile phone industry and many manufacturers include it as a standard feature. Setting up a Bluetooth headset with a mobile phone takes only a few simple steps that most mobile phone users can accomplish with ease.

Instructions

Set Up

1. Charge the Bluetooth headset prior to set up. Manufacturers recommend fully charging the headset in order to properly calibrate the battery. When it is finished charging, turn on the headset.

2. Put the Headset into "Pairing Mode" or "Connection Mode." This mode allows the mobile phone to find and connect with the headset. This step is only needed the first time the phone and headset are connected, and other times the headset will automatically connect to the phone when turned on.

3. Turn on the Bluetooth settings on the mobile phone. For most phones, the Bluetooth settings are automatically set to "Off" in order to preserve battery life. Bluetooth settings are likely to be found under the Tools or Settings folder in the mobile phone software.

4. Select the "Discover Devices" option from the Bluetooth menu. Make sure that the phone and the headset are within the prescribed range of the headset. The headset's "Device Name" will appear in the "Discovered Devices" list on the mobile phone.

5. Navigate to the name of the headset on the "Discovered Devices" list. Press "OK" to pair the phone and the headset, this may take a few moments. The Bluetooth headset is now set up with the mobile phone. Repeat the steps to set up the headset with a number of different phones.

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Upgrade Your Boost Mobile Phone

Upgrade to a new Boost phone in a few easy steps.

Boost Mobile offers prepaid wireless solutions for consumers. Boost has a variety of phones, some operating on their iDEN network while others are designed to work on their CDMA network. All phones are contract-free, so when you're ready to replace your old Boost device with a more up-to-date model, the process is simple. Your phone number and plan can remain the same, and any minutes you've purchased will be transferred to the new phone.

Instructions

iDEN Boost Phones

1. Visit boostmobile.com and click the "Shop" link. Browse available iDEN phones, which are easily distinguished by model numbers beginning with the letter "i".

2. Add the desired phone to your shopping cart and check out, or type your ZIP code in the "Store Locator" field near the top of the page to find a retailer near you and purchase the phone at a store.

3. Remove the Boost Mobile SIM card from your old device. This is typically found under the battery door, but it varies by make and model.

4. Insert your SIM card into the new phone. Assemble your new phone by reinstalling the battery and attaching the battery door.

5. Fully charge your phone, which normally takes about two hours. Power the phone on by pressing the "End/Power" button for a few seconds. Your phone is now ready for use.

CDMA Boost Phones

6. Visit boostmobile.com and click the "Shop" link. Browse available CDMA phones, which do not have the letter "i" before the model number.

7. Add the desired phone to your shopping cart and check out, or type your ZIP code in the "Store Locator" field near the top of the page to find a retailer near you and purchase the phone at a store.

8. Insert the battery into the new phone and attach the battery door. Power the phone on by holding the "End/Power" button for several seconds.

9. Call 1-866-402-7366 from a phone other than your Boost device. Provide the representative with your Boost phone number, account PIN or password and the ESN or MEID of the new device.

10. Follow the instructions to program your phone with your phone number. The Boost representative will transfer your minutes to your new device.

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Install An Sis 305 Video Adapter

The SiS 305 video chipset has been used in video cards by several different manufacturers.

The SiS 305 is a graphic processing unit (GPU) used in video cards manufactured by several companies, including Pine Technology, Jaton and ASUS. If you are building a budget-priced computer, you might choose an SiS 305-based card. Install an SiS 305-based video card in a computer that needs to be able to display rudimentary 3D graphics at a low price.

Instructions

1. Turn your computer off. Unplug every cable from it, and bring the computer tower to a sturdy work surface.

2. Open the computer case. Depending on the case manufacturer, this may be done by removing screws from the back, or by pulling on a release lever. After the case is opened, lay it on its side so that the expansion cards inside the computer are easily accessible.

3. Remove the current video card, if one is installed. The video card is generally in the slot closest to the central processor of the computer, although there are some exceptions. You can confirm this by looking at the I/O ports on the back of the computer to find the video port. Remove the screw securing the video card to the computer case, then lift it out of the AGP slot. If your computer currently has an integrated video processor, skip this step.

4. Push the SiS 305-based video card into the open AGP slot and secure it to the computer case with the screw reserved from the previous step.

5. Close the computer case and reconnect all of the cables. Turn the computer on. When Windows loads, you will most likely be asked to supply the location of the driver for the new video card.

6. Insert the driver disc supplied with the video card, and walk through the prompts given by the software to install the driver. If the card did not include a driver disc, download the driver online. Generic SiS 305 drivers can be obtained from CNET (see Resources section). However, it is usually preferable to obtain the driver from the manufacturer of the video card, when possible.

7. Restart the computer after the driver for the new video card is installed. The SiS 305 is now ready to use.

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Take Apart A Flip Phone

Disassemble your flip phone.

Flip-style cell phones are popular due to their useful design wherein the phone is divided into two parts: the keypad or main body of the phone, and the phone's display panel. The display panel rotates on a spring-loaded hinge to "flip" open and/or closed. When the display screen is flipped open, the phone is ready for use. Dismantling your flip phone allows you to troubleshoot and repair the device's internal components.

Instructions

1. Hold down the phone's power button for a few seconds until it turns off. Close the flip screen, and place the phone face down. Remove the back cover and the battery pack revealed by the cover.

2. Remove the Phillips-head or Torx screws fastening the phone's back housing in place. Use a thin, flat-head screwdriver to pry the back cover from the back housing from the phone to reveal the main circuit board.

3. Examine the circuit board, and unplug any visible ribbon cables. Remove any screws fastening the main circuit board in place. Lift the circuit board out of the phone slightly, and unplug the ribbon cables from the opposite side of the board. These cables usually connect the keypad and LCD screen to the circuit board. Remove the board from the phone.

4. Place the phone face up and open the flip screen. Use a thin, plastic object like a credit card or guitar pick to pry the front bezel from the phone's LCD screen. This is the main plastic piece on the front of the screen. Remove the screws fastening the screen's metal cover in place. Remove the cover to expose the LCD screen.

5. Close the flip screen, and use your credit card or guitar pick to remove the bezel on the opposite side of the flip screen. Removing this bezel will reveal a small, circuit board. Remove its retaining screws, and unplug any cables connected to this circuit board. Remove the board from the phone.

6. Use the credit card to pry the LCD screen out of its compartment. Set it aside.

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Unlock A Cell Phone After Forgetting The Password

Cell phones are prone to being lost or stolen, so using a cell phone locking system that requires a unique numeric password is key to preventing unauthorized use of the cell phone if it falls into the wrong hands. But occasionally, you might forget the cell phone lock password, particularly if it's recently been changed or if the lock feature has not been used recently. Fortunately, there are several ways you can unlock a cell phone after forgetting the password.

Instructions

Unlock a Cell Phone If You've Forgotten the Password

1. Remove the cell phone battery for 2 full minutes; then replace the battery and turn on the phone. Check to see if the phone is still locked. Sometimes, this is all that's necessary to reset the phone's lock feature.

2. Check the cell phone user manual. Look in the index for terms like "lock," key lock," "keypad lock," "reset" or "features" and read the related sections. Some cell phone manuals will provide information on reset the cell phone's lock feature. Often, pressing a certain combination of keys or pressing a certain key while removing the battery will serve as a reset for the lock.

3. Press different keypad combinations in an attempt to unlock the phone using a bypass. Focus on the primary keys: the send button, the end/off button, the menu button, the arrow buttons. Try pressing them in combination--the send button and the menu button, the menu button and each of the arrow buttons, the send button with each number and so on.

4. Search for a reset button and depress it for 30 seconds; then turn the phone on to see if it's been unlocked. The reset button is usually very small, just large enough to be depressed with a pen tip or paperclip. It may be located behind the cell phone battery. Beware that this could erase ring tones, contacts, images and other data on the phone, so use caution when trying this option.

5. Call the cell phone company's customer service line. This number can be found on the cell phone company website or on your cell phone bill. The cell phone company can provide step-by-step help for problems with all of the different cell phone brands and models that are sold for use with their service.

6. Visit one of the cell phone company's retail stores. Each store has a customer service department and like the customer service reps who are available through the customer service line, they are equipped to help solve problems involving the phones that are sold for use with their service. The lock on some phone models can only be reset by the customer service staff using special computer software available only at the cell phone company's retail stores.

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Call After A First Date

Whether you are new to the dating scene or a seasoned veteran, the dating world can often seem to be made up of a confusing collection of riddles. Do you pay for your date or let your date pay for you? Do you each pay your own way? Should you allow chivalry to reign or is the practice of the man holding the door open or scooting his date's chair no longer considered politically correct? And assuming that you have successfully navigated your way through a first date, how do you know when to call your date with a follow up to your evening out? What do you say during such a conversation? Do you make the call at all or do you wait for them to call you? If questions like these typically plague you after you've had a first date with someone in whom you are interested, relax. Knowing call your new love interest after a first date is not as hard as you might think.

Instructions

1. Start by being real. Some of the stress and anxiety you may feel upon making a phone call to the person with whom you've had a first date is related to the act many people put on during the early days of a relationship. You want so much to be sure that your date likes you that you overanalyze every move you make during the date and beyond. That usually leads to hours of agony next to the phone, debating whether to call or not to call. Take a deep breath and ask yourself, "Do I want to call this person?" If the answer is yes, go with it. Stop worrying that you might seem eager if you call too soon.

2. Develop a list of talking points. There is nothing worse than an awkward silence during a telephone conversation. It is during those awful silent moments that one of the two parties involved will say something purely for the sake of filling in the empty space which can quickly steer the conversation toward a turn for the worse. When you make up talking points (either mentally or on a piece of notepaper) you can ensure that you will have something interesting to say should there be an overly long pause in your conversation.

3. Be prepared for an answering machine. If your date doesn't answer, you may get the machine. Many television sitcoms and Hollywood movies have built entire scenes around disastrous telephone messages. Don't let the machine catch you off guard. Have a brief, friendly message prepared and leave your phone number. Say goodbye and hang up.

4. Schedule your call at a time when it is likely to be convenient for your date. If you know your date works until 6:00, a phone call at 6:15 would not be wise. You want to time it so that you will be reaching your date during a time that is conducive to conversing in a comfortable, unrushed manner.

5. Once you make the call, do your best to let the conversation unfold naturally. Try not to nervously dominate all of the talking and resist the impulse to become shy and quiet. If the phone call is to lead to a second date, the conversation will probably comfortably lead itself in that direction anyway, so there is really no reason to be nervous.

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Cut An Mp3 File

If your MP3 songs are too long, trim them with cutting tools.

MP3s are lightweight, compressed audio files found on many websites. If you have a library of MP3s, you may want to cut some of them. This allows you to create new variations of songs or remove segments you don't like. You can cut MP3 files to create short ringtones for your cell phone. A 3-minute ringtone won't work, but a 30-second one will. Several software makers offer tools that allow you to cut MP3 files quickly.

Instructions

1. Visit the Audacity website, and download the free audio editor (see Resources). This program is useful for editing and enhancing multiple audio tracks. You can also use it to cut an MP3. When you load an MP3 file into Audacity, the program creates a visible track in a horizontal graph. As you play the MP3, a time indicator ticks. This indicator shows you the current time location in the audio file. For example, after playing a song for 20 seconds, the time indicator will read "0:20." Use the indicator and the program's "Cut" tool to define new start and end points for your MP3. When you save the file, Audacity will save only the audio portion that you want to keep.

2. Navigate to the MP3 Cutter website, download Fast MP3 Cutter Joiner and install it (see Resources). Fast MP3 Cutter Joiner allows you to join and trim large MP3s up to ten gigabytes in size. Choose from multiple cutting options. For instance, if you want a file to be a certain length, enter that value in the "Length" text box. To set start and end points, enter those values in the corresponding text boxes. As you enter settings, Fast MP3 Cutter Joiner shows you how large the MP3 will be if you apply those settings. Use the handy "Fade" function to fade in the beginning of a song and fade out the ending. If you have multiple files to cut, use the "Batch Cut" function to trim them all at once.

3. Visit GoldWave's website to download GoldWave software (see Resources). Goldwave is a professional audio editing program with many advanced features. Digital music creators use it to enhance audio and mix multiple tracks. After importing an MP3, you can edit it using familiar "Cut," "Trim" and "Replace" commands. This gives you precise control over the final output. Using GoldWave's effects tools, you can also enhance an MP3 after cutting it. Add special effects, adjust tonal quality and even alter an MP3's pitch using GoldWave's audio effects controls.

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A New Printer

Installing a new printer has many steps. You must connect it to your computer correctly before you can set it up and start using it. The software provided with your printer often simplifies the installation process. With this software and these step-by-step directions, you can install your printer onto your Windows XP computer and start using it.

Instructions

Add a New Printer

1. Unpack and connect your new printer to your computer using the product instructions.

2. Click "start" on the taskbar, click "control panel" on the start menu, then click the "printers and other hardware" link in the windows category view.

3. Click the "add a printer" link, which will start the add printer wizard. Click "next" or "enter" to view the printer connection dialog box.

4. Select the "local printer" button and the "automatically detect and install my plug and play printer" box below that button, then click "next." The "select a printer port" dialog box will appear.

5. Click "install printer manually." Click the port for your printer in the "use the following port" drop-down box, and click "next."

6. The "install printer software" dialog box will appear. Click your model and manufacturer.

7. Insert the printer software into your drive and click the "have disk" button, then click the corresponding drive in the copy manufacturer's files drop-down list. Click "OK."

8. Click "next" and the "name your printer" dialog box will appear. You may choose to name your printer here.

9. "Do you want your Windows-based programs to use this printer as the default printer?" will appear. Select "yes" or "no," according to your preferences.

10. Click "next" and the "printer sharing" dialog box will appear. Click "share" or "do not share," according to your preferences. The "Would you like to print a test page?" dialog box should appear next. Click "yes."

11. Click "next" and the "add printer wizard" dialog box will appear. You can review your printer settings and then press "enter" to finish the installation.

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Set Up A Bluetooth On A Pc

Bluetooth enables you to connect to other devices without using cables.

There are a lot of options to send data between two mobile devices such as laptops and mobile phones. Such options could be the use of data cables and memory cards, but one of the easiest and most hassle-free of these would be to send data over Bluetooth. The only requirement is that these devices are within close range of each other to ensure a fast and secure transfer of files without disruption. You can also install Bluetooth hardware to your PC such as printers, mice and keyboards.

Instructions

1. Attach the Bluetooth dongle unto the PC. It will usually be connected via USB port. The automatic setting on all devices such as this is to be immediately detected by the computer. There could also be an physical on/off switch located on the device.

2. Click the "Start" button and select "Control Panel." In the Control Panel window, select "Network and Internet" and choose the "Set up Bluetooth enabled device" option and then click "Add."

3. Click the option "My device is set up and ready to be found" and then click "Next." This will detect all active Bluetooth devices and your your external Bluetooth should be activated.

4. Type in a passkey for your Bluetooth device. A passkey will ensure security on which devices can connect to your PC. You will be given several options. You can use a default passkey provided by Windows, your own chosen passkey or you can choose not to use a passkey at all.

5. Connect your external device by selecting the option to connect to your PC. If you will be using a passkey, this will be the time to enter it on your external device to securely connect to the PC.

6. Install the driver CD that comes with your device. Follow the instructions until all the files have been installed. The Bluetooth is now installed and connected to your external device. You may now send files between your PC and your external device.

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Remove The Battery From My Iphone

The iPhone continues to be one of the bestselling smartphone devices in the U.S. consumer market. As of January 2011, the iPhone's market share stood at 24.7%. The iPhone 4 comes with a 5 megapixel camera, at least 16 gigabytes of memory and video conferencing capability. iPhone owners also have access to thousands of third-party applications in Apple's App Store. You can remove the phone's battery by pulling off the glass front-panel and then unscrewing the logic board.

Instructions

1. Prop up the iPhone on a flat surface with the power button closest to the ground. Insert a paper clip in the small hole on the top of the iPhone. Press down lightly into this hole and wait for the iPhone's SIM card to pop out. Pull out the SIM card from the slot and put it off to the side.

2. Set the the iPhone down on the flat surface. Look for two small screws next to the iPhone's dock. The dock sits right by the power button. Unscrew both of these screws and place them off to the side.

3. Insert the letter opener or thin metal tool in the gap between the silver back cover and the glass panel. Pry the back cover away from the panel carefully. The iPhone's components are all very delicate and you should pry the phone open with as little force as possible. Place the front glass panel off to the side.

4. Look at the thin metallic cover inside the phone. Unscrew the seven small screws on the perimeter of this piece. Look for a small black ribbon in the corner of the metallic cover. Pull this ribbon out of the device slowly. Lift up the metal cover and place it off to the side.

5. Pull up the logic board slowly out of the iPhone casing. The logic board will still be connected to the iPhone camera via a small cord. Unplug this cord from the logic board before removing it from the phone.

6. Look for the silver tab on the edge of the phone's battery. Grab this tab with your index finger and thumb and then pull the battery out of the iPhone's case.

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Disadvantages To Jail Breaking My Iphone

Most iPhone users have heard about the many pluses of jailbreaking their iPhone. However, even though there are several reasons you might consider jailbreaking your phone, there are also risks to consider. As of publication, jailbreaking the iPhone is legal under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, according to the U.S. Copyright Office.

Voided Warranty

While the DMCA recognizes jailbreaking as a legal activity, Apple has enabled a policy to deter the practice. If you jailbreak your iPhone, the warranty is considered void. This means you can't take your iPhone to Apple for any other maintenance or repairs should it be damaged after being jailbroken.

Bricking

The process of jailbreaking the iPhone involves removing and re-installing the iOS firmware with an augmented firmware package. This process, if done incorrectly or interrupted, can sometimes result in what is known as "bricking." The term refers to rendering the iPhone inoperable and essentially useless, a proverbial brick. While a restoration to factory settings can rectify this issue and allow for a second attempt, this potentially irritating setback can eat up your time, especially if it happens more than once.

Bugs and Glitches

Sometimes, the jailbreak process or the specific jailbreak program used can create a glitch. The nature of glitches and bugs depends on the individual jailbreak, but can range from the jailbreaking program simply not working, to errors when the altered firmware package is installed. Some apps or features that functioned fine before the jailbreak may no longer work, or have glitchy operation.

Security Issues

The jailbreak process can also leave your iPhone vulnerable to malware attack. During the installation of the new firmware, malware can be installed onto your iPhone. This malware may be packaged into the jailbreaking program, or already present on your computer.

Data Usage

Your iPhone's data usage may go up with the addition of new applications that may use large quantities of data. At time of publication, AT&T features bandwidth caps instead of an unlimited plan, which can be easily reached when using large quantities of data. After the cap is breached, additional charges will be added to your plan, which can quickly build up and create a sizable bill.

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What Is The Nokia N Series Quad Band

The Nokia N Series Quad Band is an entry of the Nseries of mobile phones from Finnish telecommunications manufacturer Nokia that uses four RF bands in a wireless network. The first Nseries quad-band phone was the N73, which Nokia released in 2006 -- a year after the Nseries debuted. As of September 2011, the present Nseries entry, the Nokia N8 smartphone, is a quad-band device. It made its debut in 2010.

Network

The four RF bands that the Nokia N8 uses under the Global System for Mobile Communications standard for second-generation mobile phones are 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1,800 MHz and 1,900 MHz. However, since it's a 3G phone, the N8 has the ability to switch to the High-Speed Downlink Packet Access protocol, using the 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1,700 MHz, 1,900 MHz and 2,100 MHz. Thus, the N8 can function as a penta-band, or five-band phone.

Main Features and Functions

As a smartphone, the Nokia N8 quad-band phone serves as a multimedia product. More than just a device for making phone calls, the N8 provides functions and features such as Web browsing, text and instant messaging, music player and FM radio tuner, two built-in cameras, video recording and playback capability and GPS receiver. The phone's wireless connectivity comes from a Wi-Fi driver and Bluetooth v3.0 with Advanced Audio Distribution Profile. The N8's data storage capability is 16GB, with a microSD card slot to expand it to 48GB.

Performance

The Nokia N8 is capable of data transfer speeds of up to 10.2 megabits per second, producing up to 4,000 by 3,000 pixels in image resolution with its primary 12-megapixel camera and a peak video recording resolution of 1,280 by 720 pixels at 25 frames per second with the secondary camera. With its 3.7-volt 1,200-milliampere-hour rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the N8 can provide up to 5.8 hours of talk time, 400 hours of standby time, 50 hours of music playback time, seven hours of video playback time and 3.3 hours of video recording time.

Physical Characteristics and Pricing

Using a slate bar form factor, the Nokia N8 quad-band phone is 4.47 inches in height, 2.32 inches in width and 0.51 inches in depth, with a weight of 4.8 oz. It's available in pink, black, green and blue. Its 3.5-inch capacitive touch screen has a native resolution of 360 by 640 pixels and 16-million color display. Initially with a $549 price tag, you can purchase the N8 within a price range of around $300 to $400, as of 2011.

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Use Nimbuzz Light On A Mobile Phone

Nimbuzz Lite gives you more ways to keep in touch with your mobile phone.

The Nimbuzz Lite mobile application allows you more flexibility and options when communicating with your data-enabled mobile phone. Not only is it free to use on your mobile phone, but Nimbuzz allows you to be always online to chat, call, text message and even send files to friends. Nimbuzz is also a user-friendly application.

Instructions

Installing Numbuzz Lite

1. Start the Nimbuzz application on your mobile phone. If you don't have it installed, use your phone's Internet or WAP browser to go to the website (see Resources). Select your phone's brand and model from the list once the website finishes opening. Choose your preferred language and click on "Download."

2. Install the app onto your phone after the download completes. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

3. Create a Nimbuzz account, if you do not have one already, by clicking on "Join" when the application finishes loading. Enter your details in the appropriate fields to complete the account creation. Now you are set to use Nimbuzz on your mobile phone.

Using Nimbuzz Lite

4. Add friends to your contact list. Select "Menu" at the start up screen and choose "Contacts." Select "Add" and click "OK" when done to add a Nimbuzz contact to your contact list. Repeat this step to add as many friends as you like to your list.

5. Start a chat by clicking on an online contact and then select "Start Chat." A new window opens where you can type a message and click "OK" to send it.

6. Connect to other instant messaging communities like Yahoo and Windows Live by choosing "Menu," and then select "Settings" and click on "Communities." Enter the Username and Password to connect to the community you desire to use.

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Connect A Mac To The Internet Using A Blackberry As A Modem

Use your BlackBerry to connect your computer to the Internet.

A 2010 Nielsen report predicts that by 2011, smartphones will outnumber more basic feature phones in the U.S. Smartphones such as the BlackBerry appeal to consumers because of their portability, but the small screen and keyboard normally limit Internet use to browsing websites and checking email. It is possible to tap into the wireless capability of your BlackBerry to use it as a modem for a Mac computer so you can enjoy increased versatility.

Instructions

1. Save the "Custom Blackberry 8300 modem script" in the directory called "Modem Scripts" on your computer. This can be found in the "Library" folder on your Hard Disk.

2. Enable Bluetooth on your BlackBerry. Next go to "Bluetooth Options," click the "Menu" key, choose "Options" and set the "Discoverable" option to "Yes."

3. Open the "Bluetooth" configuration panel on your Mac to enable Bluetooth and make it "Discoverable." You will be able to find this configuration panel under "System Preferences."

4. Click the "Devices" tab in "System Preferences," then click "Set Up New Device..." and select "Continue."

5. Click "Any Device" on the "Select Device" page, then hit "Continue." You will be given a passkey. Enter this at the "Enter Numeric Passkey," which now should be visible on the BlackBerry screen. If the connection is successful, you will see the message "Pairing is complete."

6. Click "Yes" at the prompt "Accept connection request from Mac?"

7. Open the "Devices" subpanel on your Mac, which you will find in the Bluetooth page of your System Preferences. Select your BlackBerry model from the list of devices then click "Configure."

8. Click the boxes to select "Access the Internet with your phone's data connection" and "Use a direct, higher speed connection to reach your Internet Service Provider (GPRS, 1xRTT)" then click "Continue."

9. Leave the user name and password fields blank on the next screen that appears but enter "*99***1#" at the "GPRS CID String" prompt. In the drop-down menu entitled "Modem Script," select "BlackBerry 8300." In the same dialog box, choose "Show Modem status in the menu bar," then click "Continue."

10. Click "Quit" to close the confirmation screen that announces that your connection is active.

11. Open "Internet Connect" on your Mac and click the "Bluetooth" tab. When prompted enter the following:

"Telephone" = wap.voicestream.com (T-Mobile) or wap.cingular (Cingular/AT&T)

"Username" = guest (T-Mobile) or WAP@CINGULARGPRS.COM (Cingular/AT&T)

"Password" = guest (T-Mobile) or CINGULAR1 (Cingular/AT&T)

Click "Connect."

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Set Up A Vpn Router

Setting up a VPN is important if you want to protect your files, hardware and software.

A virtual private network (VPN) is a physical network that allows for remote access. VPNs are useful for those who travel, but still require access to files contained on a network.Because there are several models of VPN routers and each are set up differently, this article will focus on one---the Multitech RF550---as an example. A familiarity with routers and networks will be a must.

Instructions

1. Connect your router to your cable modem via an Ethernet cable.

2. Connect your router to your computer via an Ethernet cable.

3. Visit the Cisco website (see Resources) to download updated firmware. Select your router hardware version and click the "Download" link.

4. Open your router's configuration screen.

5. Select the VPN Settings area.

6. Set connection name to whatever you'd like the network to be identified as.

7. Set the "Local IPSEC Identifier" to "Local."

8. Set the "Remote IPSEC Identifier" to "Remote."

9. Leave the "Remote IP Network," "Remote IP Netmask" and "Remote Gateway IP" blank. These values will be automatically filled in by the network.

10. Set "Secure Association" to "IKE."

11. Set "Perfect Forward Secure" to "Enabled."

12. Set a PreShared Key in the field provided. This will be your network's password. Only people with the password will be able to connect.

13. Set "Key Life" and "IKE Life Time" to a high number. The number will correspond to how many seconds the password will be active before it expires. After the key expires, the network will be unavailable until the administrator creates a new key.

14. Click the "Enable" button at the bottom-right of the screen.

15. Click the "Save" button. The router will reboot in order to save your changes. Thereafter, the VPN will be ready to receive connections.

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Send Video Coverage Through A Wireless Mobile

Most modern mobile phones facilitate the transmission and display of video clips.

Since the development of the multimedia messaging service (MMS) system in 2000, sending audio, picture and video content via wireless mobile phones has grown increasingly popular. In addition, most modern cell phones allow the transmission of multimedia content, via email or a Bluetooth wireless connection. Second nature for many, the process of sending a video via cell phone will only initially baffle a new or inexperienced cellular customer.

Instructions

1. Ensure that your cell phone is capable of capturing video, via a built-in digital camera, and sending it, via MMS, email or Bluetooth connection. If you intend to downloaded the video coverage or receive it yourself, via MMS, email or Bluetooth, your mobile phone obviously only requires the ability to receive/download and send video. You can find out your particular phone's video capabilities by contacting your service provider, referencing your phone manual or simply looking through your phone's application list for those relating to video capture or playback.

2. Check to see if you have an active messaging or data plan with your cellular service provider that includes video messaging. You can find out by contacting your service provider or checking your account online (as long online account services are available and you have signed up for them). Often, if your phone is capable, you can still send video messages without a message or data plan, but you will be charged a high per-use fee that may even grow with the size of the video file being sent.

3. Capture the video footage, using your cell phone's built-in digital camera application; download it, via a Web application; or simply receive it in your message inbox. Downloading video and receiving video messages are both subject to the terms of a data/message plan or a per-use fee structure.

4. On your mobile phone, open the application that manages video files. This may be the same as the camera application, or a separate application that manages video/photo viewing operations only.

5. Navigate to the clip of the video coverage you wish to send, or highlight its representative thumbnail image.

6. Press the phone's "Options" or "Menu" button. This will open up a set of options concerning the management of the selected video file.

7. Select the option that indicates sending or sharing the video. The phrasing of the correct option varies by phone model: "Share," "Send," "Add to Message," "Send in Message," "Send As" and "Send Via" are just a few examples. Most modern cell phones will then give you the option to choose the method of sending the video file (MMS, email or Bluetooth).

8. Select the method in which you wish to send the message and confirm the selection. If you choose MMS transmission, you will be taken to your phone's messaging application and allowed to attach an accompanying text message and designate the intended recipient(s) before confirming the send. Selecting email transmission will take you to your phone's email application, allowing you to enter accompanying text and the recipient's email address. For Bluetooth transmission, you must have an active Bluetooth connection with another nearby phone, but the video file is downloaded directly into the other phone's video directory, not as part of a message.

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Help With Pin Number For Jabra Stone Bluetooth

The Jabra Stone Bluetooth headset is compatible with Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as mobile phones, tablets and computers. You need to pair the headset with the device in order to use the headset. During the pairing process, you are asked to input the PIN. If you don't enter the correct PIN, the headset won't work with your device.

About

The Jabra Stone Bluetooth headset requires a PIN to confirm the connection between the Bluetooth-enabled device to which you are connecting, such as a mobile phone, and the headset. When you have the headset in pairing mode, any Bluetooth device within range can attempt to pair with the headset. The PIN protects you from another device connecting to the headset without your permission.

Entering PIN

The device you are connecting the Jabra Stone to requests the PIN during the pairing process, after you select the headset from the list of available devices. The PIN is "0000." The method for entering the PIN depends on the type of device you are using. For example, if you're using a mobile phone, enter the PIN with the phone's keypad. When connecting to a computer, use the keyboard to input the PIN. If you're using a device with a touch screen, tap the text box to access the device's virtual keypad, and enter the PIN. Once entered, you'll need to select, click or tap "OK" to complete the connection.

Reentering PIN

You can disconnect the Jabra Stone from the other device at any time, and not have to worry about entering the PIN again when you reconnect at a later time. The only time you'll have to enter the PIN again is if you delete the Bluetooth profile from the device. Many of the devices that you can use with the Jabra Stone allow you to keep multiple Bluetooth profiles. To prevent the need to enter the PIN whenever you use the headset, save the Bluetooth profile to the device.

Considerations

Though PIN entry is used as a security precaution, many Bluetooth manufacturers use the same PIN to complete pairing. Pairing the Jabra Stone in a private location decreases the chance of another device attempting to pair with your device. The Jabra Stone allows you to pair with two devices at once. You are forced to enter the PIN when connecting to the second device, just as you were when connecting the first device. Use the same PIN to connect to the second device.

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List Of Tracfones

TracFone features models in several price ranges.

TracFone offers customers the ability to purchase a modern cell phone without bills and contracts. The prepaid phones available for purchase through TracFone are manufactured by major cell-phone companies and many are some of the same phones you can find for sale through major network providers such as Sprint and Verizon. The stock of phones may change as technology is updated so it is important to continually check the TracFone website for information as to which phones are currently available.

Motorola W260g

A compact flip phone, the Motorola W260g has a color screen that you can customize with wallpaper. The phone comes with voice mail and caller ID, and call waiting is available at no additional charge. TracFone features an Airtime Balance Display so you can gauge how many minutes have been used per call. For those looking for a high-tech phone, this may not be the ideal choice. It has no camera and TracFone disables the USB feature so you can't connect the W260g to a computer. A refurbished W260g listed at $124.99 as of October 2010.

Samsung T301g

Slightly more modern than the Motorola W260g, Samsung's T301g offers features other TracFone phones lack. It can be Bluetooth enabled, has a VGA camera installed and allows MMS picture messaging. The T301g is a slide phone, but there is a keypad-lock feature to prevent dialing numbers accidentally. This is a good phone for those with hearing disabilities as it is hearing-aid compatible. It listed at $29.99 as of October 2010.

Pink LG 410g

A more colorful phone choice is the Pink 410g by LG. Compact and shiny pink, it can fit well in most handbags and even a back pocket. TracFone offered a free three-piece accessory kit along with the phone. This phone features a voice recorder and a 500-entry phone book. There is no Internet nor Bluetooth service available, and no camera. TracFone does not have MMS picture messaging available on this LG model, but you can download news and sports information from the TracFone network. As of October 2010, the LG 410g is priced at $19.99.

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Put Homemade Ringtones On Your Phone For Free

Put Homemade Ringtones on Your Phone for Free

You have a couple options to send a ringtone to your cell phone. Once you have the ringtone saved, sending it to your phone will be easy. How you go about setting it as your phone's ringtone will depend on your phone. You will need to follow the directions in your user's manual to set the file correctly. Not all phones will allow you to set a file as your ringtone. You also have to make sure the file is compatible with your phone.

Instructions

Sending Ringtone as Text Message

1. Open up your email and log in to your account.

2. Compose a new message. In the "Send to" field, enter the gateway address for your cell phone. Every service provider gives users the option to send an email as a text message. You just need to know the gateway address. You can find your gateway address at makeuseof.com/tag/email-to-sms.

3. Attach your ringtone to the email file. To attach a file, click on the attachment link (paperclip symbol) and navigate to your ringtone file.

4. Open the text message on your cell phone and download the attachment.

Transfer Ringtone with USB Cable

5. Connect your cell phone to your computer via the USB cable that came with your phone. Just plug the correct end into your phone and plug the other end into your computer's USB port.

6. Open your cell phone's folder on your computer. To do so, Open your "Start" menu, select "My Computer" and double click on your device. You will see it listed under "Devices with Removable Storage."

7. Open the folder where your homemade ringtone is saved.

8. Click on your ringtone and drag it into your phone's folder. You should save the ringtone to a folder on your cell phone to make it easier to find.

9. Go on your cell phone and open the folder where your ringtone is saved. Now you can set the ringtone as your ringtone however your phone allows you to do so.

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Unlock Samsung Omnia Using Usb Cable

Connect the Samsung Omnia to your computer using the USB cable.

The Samsung Omnia is a smart phone, featuring Microsoft Windows Mobile 6 with a TouchWiz 3.2-inch touch-screen. The Samsung Omnia uses a SIM card to store network preferences and subscriber data. In order for the Samsung Omnia to recognize a SIM card from another GSM wireless provider you must connect the Samsung Omnia to your computer using the USB cable to locate the IMSI number from the registry, then manually enter your IMSI number, existing mobile network key code into the phone to unlock your Samsung Omnia.

Instructions

1. Download "Total Commander" from the Freeware Pocket PC Website listed in the "References" section of this article and save it to the desktop of your computer. Connect the Samsung Omnia to your computer using the USB cable.

2. Right-click on the Total Commander installation file on your desktop and select "Copy" from the right-click menu. Open "My Computer," right-click on the Samsung Omnia device and select "Explore." Open the "StartUp" folder, right-click anywhere in the folder and select "Paste."

3. Disconnect the Samsung Omnia from your computer once the file transfer has completed. Turn the phone off and then back on. The Total Commander installation wizard will start automatically. Follow the installation wizard to finish installing Total Commander on the phone.

4. Open the "Total Commander" icon from the "Programs" menu of the Samsung Omnia. Once Total Commander is open, access the "Root" folder by selecting the ".." folder until you see a "//" folder. Expand the "//" folder and select the "HKCU" folder. Click "File" and then "Edit" from the Total Commander menu.

5. Open the "System," "State" and "Phone" folders in the Total Commander registry editor. Locate the "IMSI" registry entry in the "Phone" folder and write the IMSI number on a piece of paper. Exit Total Commander and return to the "Home" screen of your Samsung Omnia.

6. Enter "*7465625*638*#" into the Samsung Omnia using the keypad and press "Send." Enter only the last six digits of the IMSI number into "Network Key" dialog window.

7. Enter your network key code into the "Network Key" dialog window after entering the last six digits of your IMSI number and press the "OK" button. If you do not know the network key code, contact your wireless service provider and tell them you will be traveling overseas and need your Samsung Omnia unlocked, be sure to have your full IMSI number ready to provide to them.

8. Return to the "Home" screen of the Samsung Omnia, enter "*#7465625#" with they keypad and press the "Send" button. Enter your network key code into the "Network Lock" dialog window and press "Ok" to return to the home screen.

9. Enter "#7465625*638*#" and press "Send" from the "Home" screen of the Samsung Omnia. Type your network key code once again and press "Ok" to return to the "Home" screen. The network lock, SIM lock and auto-network lock of your Samsung Omnia are now disabled.

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Unlock New Nokia Phones

GSM phones use SIM cards to store subscriber and network identification information.

Nokia cell phones that operate on the Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) network are sometimes locked to a specific carrier. A locked GSM Nokia phone will only work with SIM cards from a specific network. Unlocking your GSM-based Nokia will allow it to work with SIM cards from any global GSM network provider. Although unlocking your phone is not difficult, you must be careful to get an unlock code from a reputable source. Failure to enter the proper unlock code a certain number of time, usually five, will hard-lock your phone. A hard-locked phone can only be unlocked using a cable.

Instructions

1. Insert a SIM card into your new Nokia phone. This card does not need to be activated or working. It's function is to allow the phone to fully power on.

2. Turn the phone on and allow it to start to its basic number entry screen.

3. Enter the following code on the phone's keypad: *#06# and press "Send. Your phone's International Mobile Equipment Identifier (IMEI) will display.

4. Write the IMEI number down. Double check to make sure you have written the number down correctly. The unlock code is generated based on this IMEI number. An incorrect digit will render the unlock code useless.

5. Enter the IMEI number and your phone's carrier name into unlock code generating software or on a website that sells unlock codes. In some cases, an independent cell phone retailer may be able to generate the code or unlock your phone for a fee. In other cases, a carrier may be willing to provide you with an unlock code.

6. Remove the SIM card from the phone once you have an unlock code.

7. Turn the phone on and enter the unlock code in the phone. The format for Nokia unlock codes is #p2+555 555 555 5+1#.

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Unlock A Nokia 6233 For Free

Unlocking cell phones removes SIM card restrictions giving you freedom to switch service providers.

Unlocking your cell phone enables you to remove SIM card restrictions, allowing you to install a new SIM card and switch service providers without having to lose your current hand set. You can unlock your Nokia 6233 phone using an online service that offers free Nokia phone unlock services.

Instructions

1. Switch on your Nokia 6233 phone without a SIM card in it.

2. Enter "*#06#" (without the commas) on your cell phone's keyboard and hit the "call" button or "enter" button. You will see your Nokia 6233's IMEI number. Note down the IMEI number. The IMEI number is a unique global serial number that identifies your cell phone. Or, remove the battery on your phone and check underneath for a tag with your Nokia cell phone's model number, along with the phone's IMEI number.

3. Visit a website that helps unlock Nokia cell phones for free, such as Unlock it, Unlock Me or Lur.nu.

4. Choose your cell phone's make and model from the drop-down list found in the unlocking website. Select "Nokia" in the "Model" drop-down list and "6233" in the "Make" drop-down list.

5. Select the country and the cell phone provider your Nokia phone is locked to; such as "USA- AT&T."

6. Read disclaimers and agree to any terms and conditions of using the free software. Click the "Generate codes" button or hit "Enter" on your PC keyboard to generate and view your Nokia 6233 phone's unlock codes.

7. Enter your Nokia 6233 cell phone's unlock codes. Push "# " on your phone's keyboard within the second, and then push "*" three times. "P" will show on your screen. Push "*" four times "w" will show on your screen. Follow this up by pushing "*" two times within the second to show a "+" sign. You will be prompted for the unlock code. Enter your Nokia 6233 phone's unlock code numbers in the interface that opens. Push "#" after entering the code numbers to unlock your phone.

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Nokia 7710 Games

Nokia 7710 users can find free games on the Internet.

Having games on your cell phone can be entertaining when you are traveling. Games can help you pass the time while on flights, train rides, or waiting for an appointment. The Nokia 7710 Smartphone supports downloaded games that can be easily installed on the phone free or for a small fee. You can find several games on the Internet for the Nokia 7710 phone.

2006 World Soccer

2006 World Soccer is an action-packed soccer game that features the games of the 2006 World Cup in Germany. The game presents 32 teams from around the world. You can play a particular game the exact way the 2006 World Cup was played or create your own version of the World Cup. The game is free to download from the Mobile Rated website.

5uper Block Buster

5uper Block Buster is an arcade-style game in which you are required to remove as many blocks as possible from the board. To remove the blocks, you click on groups of colors. The more blocks that you group together, the better your score. The player must create three or more blocks to remove them from the board. 5uper Block Buster is free to download from the Mobile Rated website.

Super Mario Planet

You can get the classic Nintendo character Mario on your phone in the game Super Mario Planet. The object of the game is to travel through various levels with Mario and compete against the monsters and villains that are in each level. The game features colorful graphics and is free from the Softonic website.

Mahjohngg Deluxe 3D

Mahjohngg is an ancient Chinese game in which you are to remove the tiles from the board. The game is very difficult and takes much strategy and thought to win. The tiles are strategically placed on top and near each other. To remove the tiles, click on two tiles that are exactly the same and that are not blocked. The game features many different backgrounds and music. It is free to download from the Softonic website.

Checkers & Reversi

Get two games in one download package with 2 in 1 Checkers and Reversi. In checkers, the object of the game is to capture all of your opponent's pieces by moving across the board. In Reversi, you do the complete opposite. To win in Reversi, you trap your opponent's pieces to keep them from moving across the board. The game is free at hovr.com.

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Put Facebook On A Cell Phone

Facebook is an online social network with more than 200 million users worldwide. Facebook can be integrated with a cell phone with text messaging capability or Internet connectivity. Most components of Facebook have been designed to be mobile-friendly, so users can be in touch with "friends" even when not at a computer. By activating Facebook Mobile, you will receive text messages--friend requests, messages, wall posts and status updates--to a specified cell phone. From your cell phone, you will be able to update your status, search contact information and upload videos and photos to Facebook.

Instructions

Going Mobile with Facebook

1. Log in to your Facebook account.

2. Click "Settings" on the top menu bar.

3. Click on the "Mobile" tab. You will be prompted to activate a cell phone. Click on "Register for Facebook Text Messages."

4. Make the appropriate selections in the series of three pop-up boxes, including entering your cell-phone carrier.

5. Send the message displayed to the mobile number provided in the second pop-up. Open the confirmation text message sent by Facebook to your cell phone.

6. Enter the Facebook Mobile confirmation code sent to your cell phone in the third pop-up box.

7. Select the notification options that you want Facebook to send to your cell phone. Save your preferences. You can edit preferences at any time, or cancel all Facebook updates to your cell phone.

More Facebook Mobile Products

8. Go to your Facebook home page. Click on "Mobile" at the bottom right of the page.

9. Click on "Send Me My Upload Email" to receive an email address for uploading photos to your Facebook page by email. You can send photos from your computer or cell phone to this email address.

10. Update your status by sending it as a text message to the five-digit mobile number.

11. Download a variety of interactive applications for specific cell phones and mobile service providers, including the iPhone, Palm, Blackberry, Windows Mobile, Sidekick and others.

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A Code To A Tracfone

Add minutes to your TracFone with an airtime PIN code.

When you purchase an airtime refill card for your TracFone, the back of the card bears a strip of silver material that must be scratched off with a coin in order to reveal a PIN code. This code is 15 digits long and will allow you to add the minutes you've bought to your phone. Once you've scratched the card to reveal your PIN code, you can proceed to redeem the code directly on your phone or online via the TracFone website.

Instructions

On the Phone

1. Turn on your TracFone and navigate to the Prepaid menu. When you are on the Prepaid menu screen, select the option to "Add Airtime."

2. Use your phone's keypad to enter the 15-digit PIN code from the refill card into the box that appears. Double-check the code, then select "OK." The phone will then inform you that the minutes will be added soon.

3. Wait for the minutes to appear on your phone. You will know that the addition of airtime has been completed successfully when the number of available minutes displayed on your phone's home screen increases; a popup screen may also appear informing you that the minutes have been added.

Online

4. Visit the TracFone website and click on the button that says "Activate Phone, Add or Buy Airtime." On the menu bar at the top of the next page, click on the button that says "Add Airtime," then click "Go" underneath the option to "Add Airtime Online."

5. Enter the airtime PIN code in the box that says "Airtime PIN." On the same page, you also have the option of entering additional airtime PINs or a promotional code if you have one. Finally, enter your TracFone's phone number into the last box and click "Submit."

6. Make sure that your TracFone is turned on and has a signal. After entering your phone number and airtime PIN information online, the minutes will be sent directly to your phone. It generally does not take longer than 10 minutes to receive your airtime refill.

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What Phones Are Compatible With The H500

The Motorola H500 Bluetooth headset connects to a wide variety of Bluetooth devices.

The Motorola H500 Bluetooth is a versatile headset available in several vibrant colors to coordinate with Motorola's successful RAZR cell phone. While the headset does work well with the Motorola RAZR, it's equipped with two universal Bluetooth profiles, meaning it works with all Bluetooth-compatible devices.

Hands-free Profile Support

The H500 supports the hands-free Bluetooth profile (HFP). A hands-free Bluetooth profile can connect to freestanding devices with Bluetooth receivers, like speakers, computers or car kits. That means if an accessory or cell phone has the hands-free Bluetooth profile, it will work with the Motorola H500. The majority of Bluetooth ready accessories work with a hands-free profile, making the H500 a universally compatible Bluetooth headset. When purchasing a Bluetooth compatible accessory or phone look for HFP under Bluetooth profiles to ensure your device will work with the Motorola H500.

Mono Headset Profile Support

Motorola's H500 Bluetooth headset supports another universally compatible profile, the mono headset profile. This profile is frequently referred to as HSP. This is the profile that allows Bluetooth devices to communicate directly with cell phone headsets that have built in Bluetooth technology. The mono headset profile is universally compatible, meaning any Bluetooth-ready cell phone can pair with the Motorola H500 Bluetooth headset. A few examples of devices that can pair with the H500 via HSP are the HTC Droid Incredible, LG EnV3, Motorola Backflip and the Motorola Adventure. Check your cell phone's user manual for the HSP indicator under Bluetooth profiles.

Bluetooth Profile Limitations

The HSP and HFP profiles are both basic Bluetooth connection profiles. They do not support stereo sound, dial up connections, file transfer, or vCard contact transfer. This means the Motorola H500 Bluetooth headset is a good no-frills Bluetooth solution, but may not be the best choice for someone looking for advanced Bluetooth functionality.

Pairing the H500

Put the Motorola H500 Bluetooth headset in pairing mode and charge it fully before you pair it with a handset or other Bluetooth device. On a basic headset you can search for and connect the H500 by navigating to the phone's menu, and then selecting "Settings and Tools." Navigate to the "Bluetooth" menu. Select "Add New Device." Follow the on-screen instructions for connecting the headset. If the phone asks for a connection code, enter 0000.

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