Differences Between Stereo Bluetooth Headphones & Mono Bluetooth Headsets
How to use Bluetooth headphones? Bluetooth headphones are increasingly popular, offering convenient listening. First-time users might not know how to operate them. Non-users might ask: How do they connect? How are they used? Below, we explain basic operations.
Knowledge Primer: How Should Bluetooth Headphones Be Used?
Most phones support Bluetooth, a great protocol for file transfer and audio.
How to Use Bluetooth Headphones
Beginners might ask "How?" – the most basic question. Bluetooth headphones aren't high-tech; they are listening tools using Bluetooth for wireless transmission instead of cables.
Bluetooth Wireless Transmission is Convenient
Bluetooth protocol evolved through versions. Older versions lacked speed for music, often used for calls – mono communication headsets.
Bluetooth Headsets for Communication
Current Bluetooth is version 4.0. Bluetooth 4.0 supports stereo music transmission. Though 4.0 is new (few headphones yet), many prior Bluetooth headphones were stereo – not just call tools, but music devices.
Stereo Bluetooth Headphones for Mobile Music
Bluetooth headphones require Bluetooth-enabled devices (phone, tablet, computer). Bluetooth is backward compatible; different versions generally work together.
Pairing Bluetooth Headphones with Phones
Most use Bluetooth headphones for mobile music convenience. Pairing is essential.
Pairing Bluetooth Headphones
Brands vary slightly, but pairing is similar. Using Sai'erbei'er headphones as an example, paired with an iPhone (process similar across phones/headphones):
Find Bluetooth in phone Settings (usually under "Connections" or visible via a status bar icon – grey when disconnected, blue when connected).
Turn on headphones; LED indicates status. Enable pairing mode (usually by holding power button; consult manual). LED flashes rapidly during pairing.
Phone searches for headphone name/brand; tap "Pair". If successful, Bluetooth icon turns blue. Headphone LED flashes slowly during normal operation. Use for listening/calls.
Pairing Bluetooth Headphones with Computers
Most phones have Bluetooth; computers might not – especially custom desktops. Solutions exist.
Laptops with Built-in Bluetooth
Laptops/desktops with Bluetooth are convenient. System installation usually updates drivers; download specific drivers if needed. Open Bluetooth; pair headphones. Some require pairing codes (unlike iPhone). Default is often "0000"; check manual.
Bluetooth Adapter
Computers without Bluetooth need a USB Bluetooth adapter or internal module. Adapters are simple/cheap. They usually include drivers or download links; install correctly.
Logitech UE3500 with Dedicated USB Adapter
Some Bluetooth headphones include a small USB adapter for computers, sometimes supporting driver-free use. Plug-and-play convenience.
Charging Bluetooth Headphones
Wired headphones consume source device power. Bluetooth headphones use batteries. Most use built-in lithium batteries (non-removable), requiring charging. Some use removable batteries (rarely available replacements). Some use common AAA/AA batteries for easy replacement.
Bluetooth Headphones with Removable Battery
Headphones usually include a charger with a proprietary connector. Some include only a charging cable (plug into computer/USB charger).
Headphones Include Charger/Cable
Plug the charging port into a power source. Charging/usage times are provided by manufacturers (theoretical, under normal conditions). Actual times depend on power supply and usage.
Differences: Stereo is superior.
For calls only, mono suffices; connects to any phone. For music listening, stereo is needed (supporting A2DP). Mono headsets have one audio channel; stereo has two. Technically, stereo is more advanced. Mono has virtually no radiation; stereo supports multi-channel audio. Mono headsets are cheaper.
Knowledge Primer: How Should Bluetooth Headphones Be Used?
Most phones support Bluetooth, a great protocol for file transfer and audio.
How to Use Bluetooth Headphones
Beginners might ask "How?" – the most basic question. Bluetooth headphones aren't high-tech; they are listening tools using Bluetooth for wireless transmission instead of cables.
Bluetooth Wireless Transmission is Convenient
Bluetooth protocol evolved through versions. Older versions lacked speed for music, often used for calls – mono communication headsets.
Bluetooth Headsets for Communication
Current Bluetooth is version 4.0. Bluetooth 4.0 supports stereo music transmission. Though 4.0 is new (few headphones yet), many prior Bluetooth headphones were stereo – not just call tools, but music devices.
Stereo Bluetooth Headphones for Mobile Music
Bluetooth headphones require Bluetooth-enabled devices (phone, tablet, computer). Bluetooth is backward compatible; different versions generally work together.
Pairing Bluetooth Headphones with Phones
Most use Bluetooth headphones for mobile music convenience. Pairing is essential.
Pairing Bluetooth Headphones
Brands vary slightly, but pairing is similar. Using Sai'erbei'er headphones as an example, paired with an iPhone (process similar across phones/headphones):
Find Bluetooth in phone Settings (usually under "Connections" or visible via a status bar icon – grey when disconnected, blue when connected).
Turn on headphones; LED indicates status. Enable pairing mode (usually by holding power button; consult manual). LED flashes rapidly during pairing.
Phone searches for headphone name/brand; tap "Pair". If successful, Bluetooth icon turns blue. Headphone LED flashes slowly during normal operation. Use for listening/calls.
Pairing Bluetooth Headphones with Computers
Most phones have Bluetooth; computers might not – especially custom desktops. Solutions exist.
Laptops with Built-in Bluetooth
Laptops/desktops with Bluetooth are convenient. System installation usually updates drivers; download specific drivers if needed. Open Bluetooth; pair headphones. Some require pairing codes (unlike iPhone). Default is often "0000"; check manual.
Bluetooth Adapter
Computers without Bluetooth need a USB Bluetooth adapter or internal module. Adapters are simple/cheap. They usually include drivers or download links; install correctly.
Logitech UE3500 with Dedicated USB Adapter
Some Bluetooth headphones include a small USB adapter for computers, sometimes supporting driver-free use. Plug-and-play convenience.
Charging Bluetooth Headphones
Wired headphones consume source device power. Bluetooth headphones use batteries. Most use built-in lithium batteries (non-removable), requiring charging. Some use removable batteries (rarely available replacements). Some use common AAA/AA batteries for easy replacement.
Bluetooth Headphones with Removable Battery
Headphones usually include a charger with a proprietary connector. Some include only a charging cable (plug into computer/USB charger).
Headphones Include Charger/Cable
Plug the charging port into a power source. Charging/usage times are provided by manufacturers (theoretical, under normal conditions). Actual times depend on power supply and usage.
Differences: Stereo is superior.
For calls only, mono suffices; connects to any phone. For music listening, stereo is needed (supporting A2DP). Mono headsets have one audio channel; stereo has two. Technically, stereo is more advanced. Mono has virtually no radiation; stereo supports multi-channel audio. Mono headsets are cheaper.