Nokia BH-804 Bluetooth Headset for Nokia Phones (Black)
From Nokia
Experience cutting-edge technology and high quality sound with this sleek and uniquely small wireless headset. Enjoy hassle-free wireless communication with two user-friendly buttons that make it easy for you to manage your calls. Keep your headset fully charged or close to hand with the included desk top charger and convenient neck strap
- Amazon Sales Rank: #4066 in Cell Phone Accessories
- Brand: Nokia
- Model: BH-804
- Dimensions: 5.50" h x 5.50" w x 5.50" l, .45 pounds
The smallest Nokia Bluetooth headset to date, the Nokia BH-804 combines cutting-edge technology with genuine aluminum case, slim lines and a compact size making it a stylish accessory to any mobile device. It even received honorary mention in the Finnish Fennia Prize design competition, which rewards the exemplary use and application of design in business. Boasting superior audio quality and the latest audio features, including digital signal processing (DSP) for background noise cancellation, the BH-804 lets you enjoy crisp, clear conversations while on the go. This headset offers up to 4 hours of talk time and up to 6.25 days of standby time.
 The Nokia BH-804 Bluetooth headset comes with an earloop for secure wearing and a handy desk-top charger (see schematic image for a view of all the controls). |
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Specifications
- Operating keys: Answer/end/power; Volume up/down
- Connectors: microUSB charging connector
- Talk time: Up to 4 hours
- Standby time: Up to 6.25 days (150 hours)
- Charging time: Approximately 1 hour
- Bluetooth version: 2.0 specification with EDR
- Bluetooth profiles: Hands-Free (HFP) Profile 1.5 and Headset (HSP) Profile 1.1
- Operating range: 30 feet (maximum)
Pairing the Headset for the First Time
- Ensure that your phone is switched on and the headset is switched off.
- Switching on the headset enters it into pairing mode, and the blue indicator light starts to flash quickly.
- Activate the Bluetooth feature on your phone (or other Bluetooth-enabled device), and set the phone to search for Bluetooth devices.
- Select the headset from the list of found devices.
- Enter the passcode 0000 to pair and connect the headset to your phone. In some devices you may need to make the connection separately after pairing.
If the pairing is successful, the headset appears in the phone menu where you can view the currently paired Bluetooth devices. When the headset is connected to your device and is ready for use, the blue indicator light flashes slowly.
What's in the Box
Bluetooth headset, charger adapter (AD-68), desk stand, carrying strap, ear loop, user guide
Compact Simplicity
This headset is:
Small
Light
Easy to wear
Easy to pair up
Quick to charge
True to its range
Clear if not slightly hollow sounding on other end
This headset is not:
Feature rich - two buttons and a single light with 3 colors for status
Easy to break - it has some plastic, but case is aluminum and feels solid
Easy to wear for extended periods - but I have sensitive ears
I like this headest for its simplicity and style. It is not thick like other headsets and doesn't require an ear clip if it fits in your ear canal ok. It does include two extra covers to help fit your ear. If you still require security, an ear clip can be added via a loop wire and plastic adapter but it is not a very stylish addition.
It only takes 1 hour to charge using either a desktop brick, ala iPod, or a simple plug adapter. It recharges from the front in what I can only imagine is a combination speaker and charger recepticle (3-prong). When you turn it on, the LED shows a green light showing power. It quickly changes to a fast blue flashing light showing that it is ready to pair. Once paired, it will flash blue once every 10 seconds or so. When you want to turn it off, simply press the universal button on the side and hold for 4 seconds. A red light shows that it is turning off. There is a button on the side for volume (rocker style but molded as a single button).
The clarity is nice on the speaker end. People I talk to say that I'm clear but sometimes sound slightly hollow or echoey. I tested the range from my phone out to 28ft clearly. Could still talk past that but you can tell the signal is breaking up.
As far as comfort, this may be a personal area. After 1 1/2 hours of talking on it, I just had to remove it. My ear felt very irritated, much like wearing in-ear headphones for too long. Some of this was the back part of the headset (the black part) that touches my ear slightly as I wear it. I have never had it fall out by itself and I do not use the ear clip. I also do not need to turn it all the way up to hear the other party clearly, which is nice.
I am an iPhone 3G user and I recommend this headset for people who want a simple, light, clear headset. I have yet to test windage and background noise at this time. My biggest complaint is that the headsets ringtone is the Nokia sound only.
Super Stylish
In a headset line up, Nokia is the clear winner. This tiny guy has lots of style. Because of the small size, I was initially worried about the sound quality, which was great, but in loud environments (i.e. under the airport speakers) the listener could really hear the background noise - I'm not sure if any headset can completely block out those super loud airport announcements.
Love the fit and found the functionality to be intuitive. Because its so small I was really worried about losing it but Nectar's headset holders are great. I got one of the crystal necklace ones. When I wear around my neck, people think the headset is jewelry. Way to add some much needed style to this category!
Not bad, but......
After trying quite a few that just didn't make the cut, I opted to try this one. It's very light and easy to use and the clarity on it is great. People hear me clearly on the other end also. I just can't get a good fit into my ear. The speaker portion is too big and even with the other ear rubber covers, it doesn't shrink the size of the speaker piece. I could not use this without the loop and even with that, a quick turn of the head loosens the grip. I find myself constantly adjusting or tightening the loop around my ear again to keep it in place. I like it, but am not happy with it's inflexibility in fit.
