Plantronics Explorer 370 Ruggedized Bluetooth Headset

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Product Features

• Ruggedized mono Bluetooth headset that's water- and dust-resistant for outdoor work and play
• Easily connects to Bluetooth phones with QuickPair technology
• Contoured eartip for enhanced sound experience; comfortable, slim earloop for wearing on either ear
• Sporty lanyard holds your headset for convenient access
• Up to 7 hours of talk time, up to 200 hours of standby time

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 6 x 3 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B0014IYWOM
• Item model number: EXPLORER-370RUGGED
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,034 in Cell Phones & Service (See Bestsellers in Cell Phones & Service)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Face the elements with the Plantronics Explorer 370, a Bluetooth headset that's built for active outdoor use thanks to the durable construction that makes this headset water-, dust- and shock-resistant. It's perfect for those who need hands-free convenience at work and play in outdoor environments.

The Explorer 370 is certified to MIL-STD 810 standards issued by the United States Army's Developmental Test Command to prove that equipment qualified to the standard will survive in the field. It also boasts Plantronics' wind screen technology to effectively filter wind noise, as well as QuickPair technology to simplify headset-to-mobile phone pairing. The Explorer 370 provides up to 7 hours of talk time and up to 8 days of standby time and is equipped with a lanyard--ideal for outdoor workers and sports enthusiasts.

Features and Specifications

• Up to 7 hours of talk time, up to 200 hours of standby time
• Simple setup with most Bluetooth phones
• Contoured eartip offers a better sound experience
• Innovative filter blocks wind noise
• Sporty lanyard holds your headset for convenient access
• Call functions: Call answer/end, last number redial, voice-activated dialing, volume control (dependent on phone compatibility)
• Bluetooth compatibility: Version 1.1 and higher

What's in the Box
Headset, AC charger, lanyard

Connecting with QuickPair Technology

1. Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your phone. For most phones, select Settings/Tools > Connections > Bluetooth > On. See your phone's user guide for more information.
2. Turn the headset on. Press and hold the call control button until the indicator flashes red/blue. The headset is now in pairing mode. If you don't see the red/blue flash, press and hold the call control button to turn your headset off, and then press and hold the call control button again until you see the red/blue flash.
3. Use the commands on your phone to locate your headset. For most phones, select Settings/Tools > Connections > Bluetooth > Search > 3XXPlantronics. See your phone's user guide for more information.
4. When prompted for the passkey, enter 0000. Pairing is successful when the indicator on your headset flashes blue. Your headset is now connected and ready to use.

Product Description

Face the elements with the Plantronics Explorer 370, a Bluetooth headset built for active outdoor use. Durable materials make this headset water, dust and shock resistant and block out wind noise. It's perfect for those who need hands-free convenience at work and play in outdoor environments.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It works well, and I haven't broken it yet, August 30, 2008

By	D. Herbert (Jersey) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is my third Bluetooth headset. I guess I'm a bit hard on equipment, and my expectations for Bluetooth headsets were/are too high, but this unit has been satisfying for a month and a half (that's more than I can say for my Motorola 750 and Aliph Jawbone).

I wear the headset while kayaking, driving, bicycling, and working (often in noisy environments). I always use the lanyard, which isn't as comfortable as it could be, but is comfortable enough that I forget I'm wearing it. (Oddly enough, it has fallen off only once with the lanyard, and never without it.)

The earpiece sound is clear and natural, and the volume is more than adequate. I can easily turn the volume up in noisy situations and still hear the other person well. (the Motorola 750 was so full of static and scratchiness as to be nearly unusable all of the time. The Aliph Jawbone had great noise cancelling on the mike, no scratchiness/static, and no one ever complained about hearing me, but I often couldn't turn the volume up to a level loud enough to hear them well.)

I carry the headset in my jeans/shorts pocket while not in use, an environment that is apparently hostile. (The Motorola was badly scratched and unsightly in a month, and died in less than a year, the Jawbone ear clip broke in less than ten days).

There are only two minor drawbacks that keep me from rating the "Ruggedized" Plantronics a 5 star rating:
1. The unit must be turned on by pressing and holding the main control button. That's slightly less convenient than simply opening the boom as on the Motorola. (Very minor drawback)
2. The charging port is covered by a rubber flap that must be opened before inserting the charging cord (that's necessary for a water-resistant earpiece). When I go to unplug the charging cord I sometimes grab the rubber port cover and pull on it along with the wire. Although it hasn't broken yet, I fear for it's longevity.

All-in-all, I'm quite pleased.

Hope this helps,
Dave

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome headset, August 30, 2008

By	R. Blasi (Barnegat,NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Explorer 370 wireless Bluetooth headset by Plantronics is awesome. The unit fits well over the ear, yet is light enough to be comfortable. It has a simple design, three control buttons that are easy to reach. The overall construction of this headset is its best part. It sports a military grade "form, fit, function" design. It works in the rain, blowing dust/sand, I even dropped it in my coffee cup and it still works! In high wind areas it dampens the wind noise. I've gone through many high price headsets, this one by far is number one. The only way you could "kill it" is if you lost it. For the price it's AWESOME!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very durable and comfortable., January 18, 2009

By	Carl Dean (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have been using one of these for over a year. It is comfortable and fits very well. (much better than my other Jabra JX-10 unit) The shape of the ear insert helps the unit stay put when I am active. The small sponge over the mic blocks the wind and people can hear me very clearly on windy days. It works great in the rain with my phone safely tucked away. The ear loop quickly flips over and the unit can be used in the other ear. The included neck strap is convenient and I use it for my work ID as well. The size information in the product description on Amazon is incorrect. It actually weighs 0.7 ounces (about 20 grams) and is approximately 2.3 inches long. (almost 60mm)