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Swifty
27/Mar/07, 03:36 PM
Below is a list of some bluetooth headsets compatible and not compatible with the PS3 also shows how well they work!!!

I just bought Nokia HS-26W, so better be good :D

I will try and keep this updated, but have kinda slacked a bit since getting a ps3 myself. Thanks for looking and contributing!
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Cardo Scala 500 - No problems, no re-registration/pairing, as long as 1 device at atime
Cardo Scala 700 - NO reregistration issue, can pair with both phone and PS3 and toggle b/t the two

*Encore Electronics ENBTHS-011 - works

Jabbai (verizon) "no problems"

Jabra 250 - works but re-registration/pairing issue
Jabra BT 125 - works "great", specifically known to work in fight night and Resistance. NO re-registration. i person noted connectivity issues
*Jabra BT 135 works
Jabra BT150 Works
*Jabra BT350 works, conflicting on re-pairing/registration issue
*Jabra BT500 works but re-registration/pairing issue
Jabra JX10 - Works, good battery life

Jawbone - works well.

*LG HBM 300 - works
LG 730 - works "GREAT"

Motorola H700 - works, but re-registration/pairing issue with at least one version. is apparently an a and a b version. ?conflicting reports. most recent reports say works well.
Motorola HS850 - works, but re-registration/pairing issue
*Motorola HS830 - works but re-registration/pairing issue
Motorola HS820 - works but re-registration/pairing issue
Motorola HS810 - 2 reports that is "ok"
*Motorola HT820 - conflicting reviews, 3 say works but re-registration/pairing issue, 1 doesn't work at all, 1 no problem
Motorola H500 - Works, NO re-registration/pairing required. bluetooth 1.2
Motorola H3 (looks like a RAZR) - works well, NO re-registration/pairing required
Motorola H300 - works "great", NO re-registration, but 1 reported poor sound
Motorola H350 - works, "flawless", NO re-registration/pairing. bluetooth 2.0
Motorola HS805 - works ? if have to re-register/pair
*Motorola H670 - 1 report works ok
*Motorola H605 - I report works ok

Nokia HS-26W - works "great"
Nokia BH200 - works NO registration/pairing needed

Plantronics 320 - Work, NO reregistration issue, questionable volume issue
Plantronics 510 Voyager - works well, NO reregistration
Plantronics discovery 655 - NO reregistration necessary - hower batter life low at 3.5h max
Plantronics 640 - works "beautifully", but needs repaired after switching to phone
*Platronics Pulsar 590A - works, no reregistration issue

*Samsung WEP 150 - works but re-registration/pairing issue
*Samsung WEP 200 - works

Sony HBH 610 - works well, no re-registration/pairing
Sony HBH DS970 stereo - didn't work
Sony HBH IV835 - Works "great", no re-registration/pairing issue
*Sony HBH 608 - works but re-registration/pairing issue
*Sony HBH GV435 - works but re-registration/pairing issue
Sony HBH 662 - "no problems"

*Southwing (Cingulair) SA505 - works

*Tekkion ET2000 - works


How to use your Bluetooth headset!
You have to set the BT headset up before you start the game. You do it under ' add an accessory' under the XMB , far to the left. The PS3 will start scanning for it. Make sure your BT is in the correct mode, as this stumped me for a bit. There is a difference, at least for mine, between 'on' and 'registering mode'. Your BT should come up, but you will have to enter your passcode. This should be included in your BT manual. If not, the most common ones are '0000' or '1234'. Then make sure under your microphone/audio settings (under XMB again) that the BT is set for input and output. Here you can also test the mike levels (you'll see the bar move when you speak).

It depends on what type of game you are playing. If you play deathmatch, you will hear other people, but this is only when L3 is pressed by them (you will also see their name and a microphone icon appear in the bottom right corner). If you want to talk, you have to hold down L3, but your name won't show up. If you are playing a team game (CTF), you do not have to hold down L3 to talk to your teammates, just speak. It makes it much easier. I am not sure though if you do hold down L3 if the opposing team hears it (global).

Does this help? Let me (or us) know if you need more info.

Dcontrol
27/Mar/07, 03:44 PM
http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.100-2801.aspx

This is cheap and it paired with my phone easily too. There is no mute/hold feature on it though.

HotFish
27/Mar/07, 03:50 PM
Motorola H700 - works, but re-registration/pairing issue with at least one version. is apparently an a and a b version. ?conflicting reports. most recent reports say works well.


See that's the one i had lying around the house...it is apparently an 'a' version which is a bit older...meh might be worth just buying a cheapy

Swifty
27/Mar/07, 03:52 PM
http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.100-2801.aspx

This is cheap and it paired with my phone easily too. There is no mute/hold feature on it though.

added! does it work ok tho?

Dcontrol
27/Mar/07, 04:01 PM
added! does it work ok tho?

It most certainly does! Cheapness 4tw! :D

Swifty
27/Mar/07, 04:07 PM
schweeeeeet :D

I just won this one http://i18.ebayimg.com/04/i/000/93/aa/77bd_1.JPG

schweeet

Truplaya83
27/Mar/07, 05:23 PM
schweeeeeet :D

I just won this one http://i18.ebayimg.com/04/i/000/93/aa/77bd_1.JPG

schweeet

Sony HBH DS970 stereo - didn't work

im surprised by this. im trying to find out if the PS3 has A2DP and AVRCP profiles. Can one of you look in the manual?

Groove
28/Mar/07, 10:56 AM
Ive got an old Motorola H300

Pairs ok but need constant repairing. Sometimes after 10 mins or so . So not much use.

I think there may be different versions of the same headsets around , so its difficult to really get a good idea of what works or not.

I must get one ordered this week......i just dont know what to go for.

Dcontrol
01/Apr/07, 04:58 PM
I'll be taking that cheapy one back to Tesco as it has issues like it doesn't turn off and the mic loses its function too easily (N).

So now I've ordered a BT125 Jabra off Play instead. Not bad for £18 really. Plus it works tidily as noted on several websites (Y).

http://www.blueunplugged.com/xsdbimgs/BT125_des.jpg

Groove
01/Apr/07, 05:06 PM
Thats exactly the one i had my eye on.

Can you let us know Dc how you get on with it please.....

Dcontrol
01/Apr/07, 05:08 PM
Thats exactly the one i had my eye on.

Can you let us know Dc how you get on with it please.....

No.........Of course I will :D

I'll post up in here to let you know how good it is or any other issues that might crop up. Hopefully Play will send it out tomorrow morning and I should have it by wednesday :).

Groove
01/Apr/07, 05:09 PM
cheers pal

Pa1N
03/Apr/07, 02:51 AM
A question about the BT125 Jabra. How is it powered?, does it come with a charger or does it take batteries?.

I think I'll probably order me a Jabra 125 depending on the outcome.

Dcontrol
03/Apr/07, 08:52 PM
A question about the BT125 Jabra. How is it powered?, does it come with a charger or does it take batteries?.

I think I'll probably order me a Jabra 125 depending on the outcome.

Well I'd imagine it comes with a built in rechargeable battery. Whether it comes with a charger though I'm not sure. I'll let you know when mine arrives *crosses fingers for tomorrow*.

HotFish
03/Apr/07, 09:11 PM
I forgot to mention that my headset worked the Motarola H700 - spoke with RBF -missed his voice lol

damien©
03/Apr/07, 09:14 PM
I know this may sound stupid and slightly inpracticul but can you use Wired Headsets, as I know with my Xbox 360 Wireless experience these Wireless Headsets can be annoying. I know what you are going to say "but it uses blueetooth and it's a different system"....But I like to have a Backup Plan ;)

HotFish
03/Apr/07, 09:18 PM
I know this may sound stupid and slightly inpracticul but can you use Wired Headsets, as I know with my Xbox 360 Wireless experience these Wireless Headsets can be annoying. I know what you are going to say "but it uses blueetooth and it's a different system"....But I like to have a Backup Plan ;)

Yeah im looking into a usb one to be honest but they cost a bit (well models i know are compatible)..the majority of bluetooths do work though as its phone technology as we all know

RiLu@
04/Apr/07, 09:08 AM
found my Jabra but it didnt work and dont find the model number.

It's like 4 year old maybe more, if you've seen ALIAS they're using this same headset on season 1 or 2.

Swifty
04/Apr/07, 09:40 AM
Just A note... I got the Nokia HS-26W and it works purrrrrrrrfectly... :D

http://i18.ebayimg.com/04/i/000/93/aa/77bd_1.JPG

RiLu@
04/Apr/07, 03:05 PM
I want a headset but it will be expensive. I'll wait til new games come out.

Dcontrol
05/Apr/07, 12:45 PM
Just to fully answer Pa1N's question I had my Jabra BT125 this morning and its contents include: Jabra BT125 headset (obviously :D), internal rechargeable battery, AC power adaptor and a user manual on mini cd.

Groove
05/Apr/07, 07:37 PM
Had a chance to give her a run out yet D ?

Vamp - How have you found it in games ? Mine works in a 1 on 1 chat in the dash , but could only hear 1 person in motorstorm last night , and he couldnt hear me.....

Pa1N
05/Apr/07, 11:34 PM
Cheers for the Info Dcontrol. Let us know how you get on with the headset please.

I've found that my old USB ps2 headset (Logitech), Worked well in a 1 to 1 chat with Grooove. I havent tried it on any online games as of yet, but ill try and test it out sometime over the weekend.

Dcontrol
06/Apr/07, 12:09 AM
Yep paired up easily and stays paired up too. Its just so bloody light though I forget its on my ear :). Works well as can be expected (Y) I'd certainly recommend it. I'll test it out in RFOM over the weekend too.

http://images.play.com/SiteCSS/Play/v9.071/img/brand/logo.gif

http://images.play.com/covers/3272310m.jpg

Jabra BT125 £17.99 Bluetooth Headset CLICK ME! (http://playcom.at/360monster?DURL=http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/4-/3272310/-/Product.html?searchstring=jabra+bt125&searchsource=0)

Groove
06/Apr/07, 08:49 PM
cool.

DC do you have Motorstorm ? Thats the only game ive tried online , and not had much success with voice comms. Wondered if you had any better experiences.

Dcontrol
07/Apr/07, 12:29 PM
cool.

DC do you have Motorstorm ? Thats the only game ive tried online , and not had much success with voice comms. Wondered if you had any better experiences.

Nah I haven't got MotorStorm but I'll get it as I liked the demo. Just ordered it off Play.com now for £29.99 (Y).

RimmerAJ
18/Apr/07, 10:12 PM
I can also confirm that the Nokia HS-26W works perfectly.

Excellent quality, no re-pairing issues: just turn it on and it works.

Some good bargains on it out there! Try Ebay.