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Plantronics Explorer 500 Bluetooth Headset (Black Strata)

BH #POE500BK • MFR #203621-90
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Plantronics Explorer 500 Bluetooth Headset (Black Strata)
Key Features
  • Bluetooth 4.1
  • Control for Siri, Google Now, Cortana
  • GSMA-Certified HD Voice
  • Loopable USB Charging Cable
Take HD-quality calls hands-free with the Plantronics Explorer 500 Bluetooth Headset in Black Strata. Operating on Bluetooth 4.1, you can connect the headset to two devices simultaneously, and take calls from either device. It is capable of giving you voice control over a number of digital assistants, including Siri, Google Now, and Cortana. For convenience, the included USB charging cable features a magnet closure, allowing you to loop and attach the Explorer 500 to your bag.
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Plantronics Explorer 500 Overview

Take HD-quality calls hands-free with the Plantronics Explorer 500 Bluetooth Headset in Black Strata. Operating on Bluetooth 4.1, you can connect the headset to two devices simultaneously, and take calls from either device. It is capable of giving you voice control over a number of digital assistants, including Siri, Google Now, and Cortana. For convenience, the included USB charging cable features a magnet closure, allowing you to loop and attach the Explorer 500 to your bag.

GSMA-certified HD Voice clarity
Voice control for Siri, Google Now, and Cortana
Hear your music, GPS directions, and more
Connect two smartphones and answer calls from either one
USB charging strap loops closed with magnets
Three language options for status alerts
Designed to comfortably fit either ear
DeepSleep mode extends standby life
On-screen headset battery meter
Free Plantronics apps enhance experience

Plantronics Explorer 500 Specs

Talk Time
Up to 7 hours
Standby Time
Normal: Up to 12 days
DeepSleep Standby: Up to 6 months
Noise Reduction
Dual microphones with noise-canceling DSP and GSMA-certified HD Voice
Connections
Multi-point Technology: Pair and maintain connections with two phones and answer calls from either phone
Controls
Headset Controls: Power on/off, volume up/down, call answer/end, last number redial and activate voice-controlled smartphone assistant
Alerts
Status Alerts: Whispered alerts in either English, Spanish, or French for power on/off, phone connected, battery low, recharge battery, volume minimum/maximum
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth version 4.1 with A2DP for music and audio streaming, Hands-Free Profile (HFP) 1.6 and Headset Profile (HSP) 1.1
Charge Connector
Micro USB (120 minutes to full charge)
Battery Type
Rechargeable, non-replaceable lithium-ion polymer
Temperature Range
Operating & Storage: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Weight
0.3 oz (7.5 g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.255 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.7 x 3.95 x 1.5"

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