How To Use Bluetooth Settings – LG G FLex

Mar 12, 2014

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Learn how to use Bluetooth Settings on your LG G Flex. Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless devices. The Bluetooth communication range is usually up to approximately 30 feet.

Turn on Bluetooth

From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > All settings > Networks tab, then tap the Bluetooth switch to turn on the Bluetooth functionality.

To make your phone visible to other devices

From the Home screen, tap the Menu Key > All settings > Networks tab > Bluetooth.
Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
Tap the checkbox next to the device name. Visibility is set to 2 minutes by default.

Note: To change the visibility time length, tap the Menu Key > Visibility timeout. Choose from 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 1 hour, or Never time out.

To search for other Bluetooth devices

Access the Bluetooth menu and make sure that it is on.
Tap Search for devices.

Note: To find other devices, place them in discoverable mode.

Pairing Bluetooth devices

Access the Bluetooth menu and make sure that it is on.
Tap Search for devices. Your device will display a list of discovered in-range Bluetooth devices.
Tap the device you want to pair from the list.
Depending on the device, you might have to tap Pair to accept the passkey (if they match), enter a passkey or PIN Code, or the devices will automatically pair.

Note: Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time process. Once a pairing has been created, the devices will continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information.

Note: Please consult documentation included with Bluetooth device for information on pairing mode and passcode (typically 0 0 0 0 four zeroes).

How to send data from your phone via Bluetooth

You can send data via Bluetooth by running a corresponding application, not from the Bluetooth menu.

Sending pictures: Open the Gallery application and tap a picture. Then tap Share icon > Bluetooth. Check the devices if Bluetooth is turned on. Then tap the device you want to send data to from the list.
Sending contacts: Open the Contacts application. Tap the contact you want to share, then tap the Menu Key > Share > Bluetooth. Check if Bluetooth is turned on and tap Search for devices.Then tap the device you want to send data to from the list.

Note:

The supported Bluetooth version is Bluetooth 4.0 and certified by Bluetooth SIG. It is compatible with other Bluetooth SIG certified devices.
Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth compatible devices.
Supported profiles are HFP/HSP, A2DP, AVRCP, OPP, FTP(Server), HID, PAN, MAP, SPP and PBAP.

To switch between a Bluetooth headset and the phone

When a Bluetooth headset is paired and connected to your phone, you can conduct calls on the headset for hands-free conversation. During a call, you can opt to use the Bluetooth headset or just the phone. When using the Bluetooth headset during a call, the Ongoing Call notification icon is blue in the Status Bar (the icon is green when using the phone).

Note: Tap the Bluetooth button to switch the call from the phone to the Bluetooth device, or vice versa.

Tags:

Android, Bluetooth, LG G Flex, Settings

Amarnath Natarajan

I am a freelance programmer and tech enthusiast. In my spare time, I contribute to this website.

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