How to Connect a Bluetooth Headset on a Cell Phone

Talk hands-free with your Bluetooth headset.

Hands-free driving is quickly becoming the law no matter where you live. Avoid a ticket by talking on your cell phone with a Bluetooth headset. Bluetooth headsets are popular for their hands-free and wireless operation, but connecting it to your phone can be confusing. Don't worry, both devices do all the work.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Bluetooth headset
• Bluetooth capable cell phone

1. Read the owner's manual for your Bluetooth device. You will need to find the code to pair your headset to your phone. This code is usually 0000 (four zeroes, not the letter O), but verify your particular Bluetooth's code before you proceed.

2. Go to your phone's main menu and/or settings options, and navigate to your Bluetooth set-up menu. Usually, this is found in your menu under "Bluetooth," "Wireless Connections" or something similar.

3. Turn on your Bluetooth headset and put it in pairing mode. Pairing mode means the Bluetooth is ready to be found by your cell phone. To pair your headset, follow the owner's manual for your specific Bluetooth model.

4. Select "Add Device" or "Search for New Device" from your cell phone. Your cell phone will search for your Bluetooth. Enter the pairing code discussed in Step 1 once your phone finds your Bluetooth.

5. Select "Connect" to finalize the connection if the Bluetooth headset didn't connect automatically after the pairing code was entered. Make a test call with your Bluetooth in your ear to ensure it is connected properly.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are having trouble getting your cell phone to find your Bluetooth headset, the Bluetooth is likely not in the correct pairing mode. Try to pair it again and search for it from your phone until it is found.

References

• Bluetooth: Device Advice