Bluetooth headsets - Updated/Semi-compiled -last 3/5/07

[SaltDoc]

I don't have a bluetooth headset, but was looking at getting one for both my phone and the PS3 that i don't have yet. From the research i've done, it seems that although all headsets should work with any other compatible bluetooth device, some seem to be... shall we say... more compatible than others.

so the question is, can we get a list of headsets people have used with their ps3s that seem to work well. and of course those that don't. might help some of us in selecting our purchases.

Thanks in advance.
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Ok, I have tried to make a compilation of responses from this post and others regarding this issue. Please let me know if you have additional information about these headsets, others, or if what I have is erroneous.

I have also added info about headsets from the playstation.com thread listing. those with info taken only from that site will have a * before it. Not a specific endorsement, just trying not to plagiarize. The original thread (as found by FEAR) from there can be found HERE

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 a time
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

As for instructions on how to use your headset, see this quote from Charon...
Originally Posted by Charon

Originally Posted by Charon

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.

[BSM413]

Using a Plantronics 320. It's been working fine, but the volume could be a little louder.

[jason7182]

ive used the motorola h700, hs850 and a cheap jabai 40.00 verizon
and the verizon works the best , no problems at all
but with the motorola s i have to register them everytime i turn the console on

[michaelangelo]

i just bought the motorola h500, due to some ppl on here saying it worked, it registered, but im still charging it b4 i see how it works.

so once registered do i have to fix any settings? will it just work in game?

[kalvinmaui]

ive used the motorola h700, hs850 and a cheap jabai 40.00 verizon
and the verizon works the best , no problems at all
but with the motorola s i have to register them everytime i turn the console on

I'm using the Motorola HS850 and I have to as well register the headset everytime I turn the PS3 on.

[michaelangelo]

ok, i have all the input/output set to my headset, now in the set up menu, the bar at the top, should i see my voice level there? bc i see nothing, and i go to madden online and can see ppl talking but i cant hear them or tallk to them... y >

plz someone help me

ok , i see the reading from my voice, but cant talk online ?

[toughs99]

i have the same exact problem, i can register, and change my input output device but i cant see the voicebox move or hear anything

**i am using a GN NetCom 6210

[michaelangelo]

i got motorola h500. we gotta solve this prob;em

[tkblingx2]

My headset in using is a Plantronics Discovery 655. its more on the expensive side but it works with my sharp 903sh phone as well as my ps3 so no complains. Plus it looks sweet and is really light!

[michaelangelo]

ok, well it worked,

i didnt know, then i started a madden game and it worked in game

[SaltDoc]

Thanks for the input. any others?

right now it looks like if you're willing to pay, the plantronics 655 and the motorola h700 sound like possibilties. as i haven't used BT before, not sure about the registering issue with motorola. with other types of headsets, do you only have to register once and done even with the PS3? is this a PS3 problem in general or just with certain headsets?

[toughs99]

ok, well it worked,

i didnt know, then i started a madden game and it worked in game

so your saying you dont see your voice in the audio device settings but it worked within the madden game?

ANyone else having this issue of being able to register device but cant get it to work. Is there a step i am missing when setting up the headset???

[michaelangelo]

yea, at first, but when i turned my bt headset on b4 the ps3 all went perfect, so everytime i turn bt on first then ps3 and wal la

and in resistence while in lobby you must hold L3 to talk, team games you just talk and deathmatch you have to hold down L3

hope that helped

[mavsman4457]

I've only tested it on the PS3 menu, not the online itself but I got Jensen bluetooth headphones that double as a headset for $55 from buy.com. they have been great to me and I love them. I'll tell you how they are once I test them online.

[toughs99]

yea, at first, but when i turned my bt headset on b4 the ps3 all went perfect, so everytime i turn bt on first then ps3 and wal la

and in resistence while in lobby you must hold L3 to talk, team games you just talk and deathmatch you have to hold down L3

hope that helped

YOU ARE THE F"ING MAN, got mine to work too. SO awesome thank you Michaelangelo. DID exactly what you said bt then ps3 boot sequence worked like a charm, was even playing madden with the bluetooth, this is so awsome, thank you.

HMMMMM
tried it again later last night and it doesnt seem to be working now, very fishy. something is not right, i will continue to test.

[Sony-Qrio]

I just bought the motorola H350 from radioshack for $9.00 it works like a charm

[fmijohn]

i just bougth one to.i'm going to try it right now

[jason7182]

ive noticed the cheap jabia work the best

bought a cheap 39.90 verizon jabia and had no problems

BUT LIKE I SAID EARLIER THE MOTOROLA HS 850 AND H700 HAS TO BE REGISTER EVERYTIME THE PS3 IS TURN ON

[michaelangelo]

I just bought the motorola H350 from radioshack for $9.00 it works like a charm

9.00$, hs, is that a special or something, ill take mine back and get that. WHY SOO CHEAP?

[baseballnelie]

I'm looking into buying a headset for both my cell phone and the ps3. Does anyone know if the Motorola HS500 works well? I don't want to have to register it every time I turn on my ps3. Thanks

[michaelangelo]

i have the motorola h500, and no i dont register it everytime, it works awsome

[baseballnelie]

Nice thanks, i just ordered it off amazon and should be getting it by tuesday at the latest

[StateofMind]

I got a Sony Ericsson HBH-610a, but it just came in a couple of hours ago and I'm charging it.

First of all, it matches my 60GB PS3 perfectly.


My camera is horrible, but you get the idea. The black/silver matches perfectly through a human eye as opposed to a five year old cheap Samsung camera. Came with a few faceplates and I was glad to see one that matched so well.



I'll edit later to let you all know how it works too.

[fmijohn]

i just go the h350 for $9.00 with a 20 dollar rebate i paired it with the ps3 but i cant hear nothing in the game RFOM i see others talking but dont hear anything

[michaelangelo]

really, yea some kid was having the same problem capt something. that isnt you is it?