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post #1 of 235
11/19/06 at 11:20am
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Before I go out and spend another $50-$75 on a headset, I wanted to be sure it worked. For those that have successfully registered a bluetooth headset on his/her PS3, could you please post the make and model # in this thread. Could you also post some brief impressions of the quality or lack thereof. Thanks a lot!
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post #2 of 235
11/19/06 at 11:27am
Motorola H3

Just remember to turn it off, then activate the PS3 bluetooth search, then hold the button on the headset for about 5-8 seconds (the light will go solid), the PS3 will then recognize it right away.
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post #3 of 235
11/19/06 at 1:00pm
very cool. will the ps3 take the usb headset I have for ps2? I would think it would.
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post #4 of 235
11/19/06 at 1:02pm
It should, but then you'd be wired.

Unless, I wonder if you could connect a USB headset to the USB port in the controller? Or is that only for charging?
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post #5 of 235
11/19/06 at 1:12pm
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Unless, I wonder if you could connect a USB headset to the USB port in the controller? Or is that only for charging?

That would be awesome, a lot like the 360 controller.

Alas, I really doubt it's technically possible. They would have had to planned for voice to go through this USB port and have the internal battery on the controller supply power to the headset. If this was the case it would have been talked about by now.

Anway, great thread! I'm planning on getting a Bluetooth headset for PS3 at some point and this will be a good reference. I'll even take a USB wireless headset if someone makes one someday.
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post #6 of 235
11/19/06 at 1:47pm
Bluespoon AX2 works perfectly. Nice to havea wireless headest, wireless controller.
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post #7 of 235
11/19/06 at 2:47pm
yeah my wife just got a blue tooth headset as a package deal with her phone so I'm sure that will probably work as should just about any bluetooth device. She isn't using it so I'm sure she won't mind especially if it means I don't have to spend any more money on the system.
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post #8 of 235
11/19/06 at 6:16pm
I was able to register my Jabra BT250v. You also have to make sure you go into the "Adjust Audio Settings" screen and set the newly registered headset as the input and output device. If you dont see the Blutooth Headset in the lists of devices, then you didnt successfully register the device. Try to reregister and go through the steps again. Once you set the BT headset as the Input and Output device, the little status bar on top of the Audio Settings screen will register your voice so you can verify the PS3 actually hears you.

With all this said, I still havent been able to use it in game. Ive tried it on Socom: Combined Assault and Socom doesnt see it. I havent tried using the mic in any of my PS3 games yet. Just havent had time.

Does anyone know what PS3 games actually use a mic?
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post #9 of 235
11/19/06 at 6:23pm
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Originally Posted by FJ Merlin View Post

I was able to register my Jabra BT250v. You also have to make sure you go into the "Adjust Audio Settings" screen and set the newly registered headset as the input and output device. If you dont see the Blutooth Headset in the lists of devices, then you didnt successfully register the device. Try to reregister and go through the steps again. Once you set the BT headset as the Input and Output device, the little status bar on top of the Audio Settings screen will register your voice so you can verify the PS3 actually hears you.

With all this said, I still havent been able to use it in game. Ive tried it on Socom: Combined Assault and Socom doesnt see it. I havent tried using the mic in any of my PS3 games yet. Just havent had time.

Does anyone know what PS3 games actually use a mic?

Thanks for the info. I just ordered the Plantronics Voyager 510 from Amazon. I like Plantronics' products and it's gotten a lot of great feedback on Amazon. I'm looking forward to getting it set up.

You should try inviting a friend to voice chat, Merlin. Also, does Resistance not support voice chat?
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post #10 of 235
11/20/06 at 10:33am
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You should try inviting a friend to voice chat, Merlin. Also, does Resistance not support voice chat?

I dont think it does. If it does, my Blutooth isnt working. Im to busy playing Need For Speed to mess with the mic
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post #11 of 235
11/20/06 at 10:41am
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Originally Posted by FJ Merlin View Post

I dont think it does. If it does, my Blutooth isnt working. Im to busy playing Need For Speed to mess with the mic


It does...I'm using voice chat in it with a Bluespoon AX2.
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post #12 of 235
11/20/06 at 8:50pm
PS3 can find my Motorola HS820 w/o problem
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post #13 of 235
11/20/06 at 9:55pm
Moto h500 works fine.
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post #14 of 235
11/20/06 at 10:28pm
Motorola HS850 & HS820 work fine.
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post #15 of 235
11/22/06 at 10:42am
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It does...I'm using voice chat in it with a Bluespoon AX2.

the ps3 accepted my headset but i have yet to get it to work in Resistance. Can you only chat with people already on your friend's list?

On a slightly other note, whenever i finish playing an online game of resistance and exit out to the dashboard it always says that i haven't played with anyone. how am i supposed to make friend requests to new people if it doesn't keep track of the folk i have played with?
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post #16 of 235
11/22/06 at 11:03am
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Originally Posted by mentalward View Post

the ps3 accepted my headset but i have yet to get it to work in Resistance. Can you only chat with people already on your friend's list?

On a slightly other note, whenever i finish playing an online game of resistance and exit out to the dashboard it always says that i haven't played with anyone. how am i supposed to make friend requests to new people if it doesn't keep track of the folk i have played with?

Remember to go into the settings in BOTH the XMB AND Resistance and set your input/output devices to be your headset. That's probably the problem.
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post #17 of 235
11/26/06 at 10:37am
Hey Yoda1, can you let us know how the Plantronics set works? It's got the best reviews at Newegg and Amazon for the price range, I just want to be sure it works well with PS3.
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post #18 of 235
11/26/06 at 12:43pm
Picked up the Motorola H350 headset this weekend at Radio Shack for $9.95 after rebate... The PS3 found it right away but it took three attempts for the headset to sync up... I finally had to set it next to the machine. I tested it in one match of Resistance and was able to talk to two other teammates. I was missing the chat before so it made me feel better about the overall purchase.
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post #19 of 235
11/26/06 at 12:53pm
All Motorola Headsets..
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post #20 of 235
11/29/06 at 11:04am
I'll check my Jabra BT350 tonight and post up if it works w/ Socom Combined Assault and/or Resistance.
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post #21 of 235
11/29/06 at 11:11am
Moto HS805 free w/ some cell phone registered fine. Haven't actually used it yet.
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post #22 of 235
11/29/06 at 12:06pm
Motorola H700 works fine.
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post #23 of 235
11/29/06 at 12:24pm
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Originally Posted by mentalward View Post

the ps3 accepted my headset but i have yet to get it to work in Resistance. Can you only chat with people already on your friend's list?

On a slightly other note, whenever i finish playing an online game of resistance and exit out to the dashboard it always says that i haven't played with anyone. how am i supposed to make friend requests to new people if it doesn't keep track of the folk i have played with?

No, you can chat with anyone. As mentioned you prob have to set the headset up in the XMB to accept that as your mic.
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post #24 of 235
11/29/06 at 12:26pm
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Originally Posted by mentalward View Post

the ps3 accepted my headset but i have yet to get it to work in Resistance. Can you only chat with people already on your friend's list?

On a slightly other note, whenever i finish playing an online game of resistance and exit out to the dashboard it always says that i haven't played with anyone. how am i supposed to make friend requests to new people if it doesn't keep track of the folk i have played with?

Yeah same thing happens to me with Resistance! It's annoying. I don't understand it. It looks like at least Resistance and PSN aren't hooked together yet.

Either that or you have to "party" with people for it to consider that you've played with them.
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post #25 of 235
11/30/06 at 9:07am
Which of these headsets have good range? Most of the time I'll be about 10 feet away from the ps3 but at times I'll be more than 20 feet.

Anyone experience any audio lag or drops? if so what kind of headset is it?
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post #26 of 235
11/30/06 at 9:23am
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Originally Posted by Randy M View Post

I'll check my Jabra BT350 tonight and post up if it works w/ Socom Combined Assault and/or Resistance.

Well I paired it up last night but it didn't work with Socom and it appears that I'd have to pair it up every time. There is a scale in the accessories area of the XMB that will show the volume spoken through the headset. When I turn off the PS3, then back on and go back to the scale it's shows no volume so it's appears that the pairing fails .
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post #27 of 235
11/30/06 at 11:47am
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Originally Posted by FJ Merlin View Post

I was able to register my Jabra BT250v. You also have to make sure you go into the "Adjust Audio Settings" screen and set the newly registered headset as the input and output device. If you dont see the Blutooth Headset in the lists of devices, then you didnt successfully register the device. Try to reregister and go through the steps again. Once you set the BT headset as the Input and Output device, the little status bar on top of the Audio Settings screen will register your voice so you can verify the PS3 actually hears you.

With all this said, I still havent been able to use it in game. Ive tried it on Socom: Combined Assault and Socom doesnt see it. I havent tried using the mic in any of my PS3 games yet. Just havent had time.

Does anyone know what PS3 games actually use a mic?


I have the same headset attached/linked, but like you my friend, it does not seem to pick up during a session of Resistance. I get the "hollow" sound as if it were attempting to connect but will not.... Links to my phone(s) perfectly.... I'll try my Nokia BH-900 as soon as I find it.
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post #28 of 235
11/30/06 at 8:07pm
I'm having issues with my H700. It does recognize it and when I go to accessory settings it let me select the H700 as input and output and then it greyed out and hasn't worked since. Any suggestions?
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post #29 of 235
12/1/06 at 12:14am
i have the motorola hs820 and it works with my ps3
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post #30 of 235
12/12/06 at 3:13pm
Do you have to pair the headset with the PS3 every time you turn on your PS3 or just do it once and your set? And, do any of these bluetooth headsets have a mute button that's easy to access?

Thanks
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