PS3™ Bluetooth® Communicator User’s Guide
System Requirements PlayStation® 3 game console Package Contents Ear Force® PBT Bluetooth communicator 2 Removable ear clip Removable clothing clip USB cable
Safety Notice To avoid potential damage to the device, always disconnect all cables before transporting it. WARNING: Permanent hearing damage can occur if a headset is used at high volumes for extended periods of time, so it is important to keep the volume at a safe level. Over time, your ears adapt to loud volume levels, so a level that may not cause initial discomfort can still damage your hearing.
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Features (cont’d) 1 PBT’s Multi-Function Button (“MFB”): One-button convenience for power on and off, call answering and hang up (when PBT is used in conjunction with a mobile phone) and to put the PBT into “search” mode while registering with another Bluetooth device. 2 Indicator LED: Dual color LED to indicate current state of device as described in this User’s Guide. 3 2.
Battery Charging The PBT includes an internal rechargeable lithium ion battery. It is not fully charged when new. Please allow four (4) hours to fully charge the battery prior to first use. Subsequent charges should take about one (1) hour. With the battery fully charged, talk time can be up to 6 hours, and the stand-by time can be up to 100 hours. Note that the PBT can be used during charging. 1) Plug the USB cable into an available USB port on your PS3 or PC.
Pairing the Bluetooth Communicator “Pairing” is when two Bluetooth devices agree to communicate with each other and establish a connection. This link between the PBT and PS3 enables you to control various functions of the devices without the need for reconfiguring each time you use them together. If everything is working properly you will only need to go through the pairing process once.
Pairing the PBT Bluetooth Communicator (cont’d) Confirming a Successful Pairing (PS3) Once the PBT has been paired with the PS3, you’ll want to test its functionality. 1) Go to Settings > Accessory Settings > Audio Device Settings. 2) Select “Turtle Beach PBT” as the Input and Output Device and press X to confirm. 3) Click on “Microphone Level” and adjust the level of your chat output so that the bar graph barely reaches the red area when you speak loudly. 4) Click “OK” to save.
Making Calls Once the PBT is successfully paired with your mobile phone, you can use it to make and receive calls. The PBT can be used with voice dialing if your phone supports this function. 1) Using voice dialing – Press the MFB button for 3 seconds until you hear a tone—then release the button. The voice recognition prompt in your phone will now be activated. Say the name of the phone number or person whom you want to call.
Incoming Calls When the PBT is powered on and there is an incoming call you will hear a musical chime. You have three options when an incoming call is received: 1) Answer call – Click the MFB once to accept the call. Click it again to end a call. A tone is heard in the earpiece each time you answer or end a call. 2) Reject call – Press the MFB for 3 seconds until you hear a beep. The call is sent directly to your voicemail.
Using the PBT with an X31/X41 Your PBT is designed to perfectly integrate with a wireless gaming headset, such as the Turtle Beach Ear Force X31 or X41. By combining the PBT with an X31 or X41, you can enjoy wireless chat on the PlayStation Network via Bluetooth, while the game audio is transmitted wirelessly via digital RF. To connect the X31/X41 microphone to your PBT, use the talkback cable included with the headset. The right-angle 2.5mm plug connects to the PBT and the straight 2.
Basic Operations Power on Power off Microphone mute Adjust volume Answer call Reject call End call Cancel outgoing call Redial Voice recognition Transfer call to PBT from phone Press MFB for 3 seconds Press the MFB for 4 seconds During a call, double-click the MFB Press the “+” or “-“ buttons Click the MFB Press and hold the MFB for 2 seconds Click the MFB Click the MFB Double-click the MFB After being powered on, press MFB for 3 seconds During a call, press MFB for 3 seconds Wearing the PBT on Either Ear
Troubleshooting - General If you are having trouble with a headset after it is paired with the PS3, there are a few things to check first: - Make sure your headset battery is charged and working. The PBT should not require pairing again after each recharge. - If using a PS3 wireless controller, make sure it is fully charged. When the PS3 controllers don’t have enough power, they can sometimes cause dropouts and headset interference.
Troubleshooting - General (cont’d) Pairing Problems: - If the PS3 cannot locate your PBT, make sure that it is in pairing mode before you start scanning, as indicated by the flashing LED alternating between red and blue. - If the PBT is missing from the device menu list after you re-start your PS3, please repeat the pairing process. - If the PBT appears on the Audio Device menu but is not selectable, then it is not connected. (It should connect automatically when the Audio Device menu is selected).
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