Bluetooth™ USB Adapter Connect your peripherals and computing devices, without cables User Manual F8T012 - F8T013
Table of Contents Introduction ..................................................................................................... 4 Product Features .............................................................................................. 5 System Requirements ....................................................................................... 6 Package Contents ............................................................................................ 7 USB Adapter Specifications ..............
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Bluetooth USB Adapter (the USB Adapter) from Belkin. The USB Adapter features the breakthrough Bluetooth wireless technology that lets you create efficient communications between your USB desktop PC or notebook and devices using Bluetooth wireless technology—without physical connectors or cables. Before you install and start using your new USB Adapter, please take a few minutes to review some of the terms that you will be seeing throughout the document.
Product Features • Bluetooth allows you to create adhoc network • Higher speed access up to 3Mbps (depending on environment) • Adds Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR wireless technology to your USB desktop computer, or notebook • Fast paring time between 3.5 to 5 sec. • Lower power consumption • Bit Error Rate (BER) improved performance • Manufacturer’s Lifetime Warranty • Offers backwards compatibility with any Bluetooth v1.1 and v1.
System Requirements PC System Requirements • PC-compatible computer, CPU speed of 200MHz or above • Memory: 64MB or above, 128MB recommended • One available USB port, USB 1.1 standard • Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP Mac® System Requirements • One available USB port, USB 1.1 standard • Mac OS X v10.3 and higher* *Mac OS X driver and software provided by Apple.
Package Contents • Bluetooth USB Adapter • CD-ROM for installation software and documentation • User Manual on CD • Quick Installation Guide • Registration Card 7
USB Adapter Specifications Bluetooth Compliance: Version 2.0 LED Indicator: Power On/Data Traffic Physical Interface: USB UHCI/OHCI 2.0-compliant Antenna Type: Integrated, 0 +/- 1 dBi Operating Frequency: 2.4 to 2.4835GHz Dimensions: 58mm (L) x 18mm (W) x 8mm (H) Output Power: (F8T012) 4~20 dBm, Class I (F8T013) -6~4 dBm, Class II Sensitivity: <0.1% BER @ -80 dBm Data Rate: 2.
Software Setup Software Setup for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP To install the software for the USB Adapter, follow the instructions below: Note: The installation process for Windows XP may look slightly different from Windows 98 SE, Me, and 2000. Note: Do not insert the USB Adapter into the USB port prior to software installation. 1. Insert the software installation CDROM into the PC’s CD-ROM drive. 2. The “Software InstallShield Wizard” window appears.
Software Setup 3. Choose “I accept the terms in the 4. Specify the location where the software license agreement” to accept the license agreement. Click on “Next” to continue. files will be installed on your hard drive. It is recommended that you install the software in the default directory “C:\Program Files\belkin\Bluetooth\ Software\”. Click on “Next” to continue.
Software Setup 5. Confirm that the device software 6. The InstallShield Wizard will begin to is ready to be installed and click on “Install”. install the Belkin Bluetooth Software. This may take several minutes.
Software Setup 7. During the installation process you may be prompted to insert your USB Adapter. If your USB Adapter is not plugged into your computer at this time, you may insert it into an available USB 1.1-compliant port on your desktop or notebook computer, then click “OK” to continue. Click on “Cancel” to continue installation without the Bluetooth device inserted. Refer to the “Hardware Installation” section of this User Manual for instructions for installing the hardware.
Software Setup 8. Confirm the completion of the software installation; click “Finish” and restart the system if prompted to do so.
Hardware Setup Hardware Setup for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP Follow these instructions to install your USB Adapter on your PC. Note: Your USB Adapter is sensitive to static electricity, which can damage its delicate electrical components. To protect your device, always touch the metal chassis of your computer before handing the USB Adapter. This will ground any potential electrostatic discharge. Avoid touching the metal connector when handling the USB Adapter.
Hardware Setup 3. Browse for the location of the device 4. If you receive the following “Hardware driver “:\Program Files\Belkin\ Bluetooth\Software\bin\” then click “Next”. installation notice”, click on “Continue Anyway” to continue with the installation process.
Hardware Setup 5. A window will appear that confirms the completion of the hardware installation; click on “Finish” to complete the installation process.
Windows XP SP2 update Step by Step 1. Go to your ‘Start’ button in the left corner of your screen (default setting) 3. Select the ‘Hardware’ tab and go to ‘Device Manager’ button 2. select: – ‘Setting’ – ‘Control panel’ – ‘System’ System properties will pop up.
Windows XP SP2 update 4. Select ‘Bluetooth Devices’ 5. Right click with your mouse on the sub item of the Bluetooth Radio and select inside de window ‘Update Driver’.
Windows XP SP2 update The hardware wizard will start; 7. Select – ‘Install from a list or Specific location (Advanced)’ 6. Select – ‘No, not this time’ in the hardware Update Wizard and go to the ‘Next’ button.
Windows XP SP2 update 8. Select – ‘don’t search, I will choose the driver to install’, and go to ‘Next’ button. 9.
Windows XP SP2 update 10. Select – ‘Belkin USB Bluetooth Device’ Model then go to ‘Next’ button.
Windows XP SP2 update Go to ‘Finish’ button and you have updated your driver. Belkin driver will install.
Initial Configuration Wizard Configuring your computer for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP 1. Once the installation process is complete you will be prompted by the “Initial Bluetooth Configuration Wizard”. This Wizard will guide you through the initial setup of your Bluetooth device. Please follow the Wizard as prompted. 2. Name your computer with a friendly name. This is name will be made available when your computer is discovered by other Bluetooth devices.
Initial Configuration Wizard 3. Choose the type of computer you 4. Continue the Wizard to configure the have installed the USB Adapter to in the drop-down menu. Bluetooth services that this computer will make available of other Bluetooth devices to use. Click “Next”.
Initial Configuration Wizard 5. Choose the Bluetooth services your 6. If you have another Bluetooth device computer will offer. The most common service for your computer type will be checked by default. and you want to configure the way this computer will use its services, click “Next”. Otherwise click “Skip”.
Uninstalling the Software Uninstalling the Software for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP Follow these instructions to uninstall your USB Adapter on your PC. 1. Insert the CD-ROM included with your USB Adapter. 2. This “InstallShield Wizard” should automatically load. If it does not load, explore the CD and run the “Setup.exe” file. 3. The “InstallShield” window should now appear. Click “Next” to continue with the uninstall process.
Getting Started The Bluetooth Technology Bluetooth is a worldwide standard for the wireless exchange of data between two compatible devices. It utilizes short-distance radio link technology and replaces the traditional cable connections to enable wireless connections between desktop and laptop computers, cellular phones, scanners, digital cameras, printers, and other devices.
Getting Started • Windows 98SE (Second Edition) • Windows Me (Millennium Edition) • Windows 2000 • Windows XP Professional • Windows XP Home Edition What’s new in BTW4.0 1. Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) 2. Hands-Free Profile (HFP) 3. Basic Imaging Profile (BIP) 4. Bluetooth 1.2 support 5.
Getting Started Bluetooth Tray After installing the software, you would find a shortcut icon to My Bluetooth Places on your desktop. However, there is another icon that you will see after successful installation of the software. Normally located on the lower right-hand corner of your computer screen, the Windows system tray will now have an additional icon. This is the Bluetooth Tray. The Bluetooth Tray provides quick access to numerous Bluetooth operations.
Getting Started My Bluetooth Places My Bluetooth Places is part of Windows Explorer. There are multiple ways to access My Bluetooth Places: • In the Windows system tray, • Right-click the Bluetooth icon and select Explore My Bluetooth Places Or • Double-click the Bluetooth icon • On the desktop, double-click the Bluetooth icon • Open Windows Explorer and select My Bluetooth Places in the Folder panel or from the Address shortcut menu.
Getting Started Device icons for Windows XP Bluetooth icons provide at-a-glance feedback about a device or service’s status by changing appearance. The Bluetooth icon in the Windows system tray provides feedback about Bluetooth status.
Getting Started Device Icon Types Device Type Normal Audio Gateway Desktop Computer Headset Human Interface Device Laptop Computer Modem Network Access Point Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) Printer Cellular Telephone Unknown Devices 32 Connected Paired
Getting Started Service icons for Windows XP Service icons are gray or yellow in color (or gray with yellow accents) in their “normal” state. When in their “connected” state, the primary color of the icon changes to green.
Getting Started Device icons for Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 Device Icon Types Device Type Normal Audio Gateway Desktop Computer Headset Human Interface Device Laptop Computer Modem Network Accept Point Printer Cellular Telephone Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) Unknown Devices 34 Connected Paired
Getting Started Service icons for Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 SERVICE ICONS ARE GRAY OR YELLOW IN COLOR (OR GRAY WITH YELLOW ACCENTS) IN THEIR “NORMAL” STATE. WHEN IN THE “CONNECTED” STATE, THE PRIMARY COLOR OF THE ICON CHANGES TO GREEN.
Getting Started My Bluetooth Places After you have successfully installed the Bluetooth software, you will see an icon on your desktop and an icon on Window System Tray. These are two shortcuts to My Bluetooth Places. To start Bluetooth: Right-Click the icon on Window System Tray and select Start The Bluetooth icon is blue in color with a white insert when Bluetooth is running. To stop Bluetooth: Right-Click the icon on Window System Tray and select Stop.
Getting Started You may also let BTW automatically search for devices for you. To do so, simply configure the settings in the Discovery Panel. For details, see Configuration Panel on the following. However, to be certain that the displayed list of devices in the neighborhood is current, it is recommended that you perform a manual search. This is mainly because mobile devices may go beyond the connection range in between automatic updates.
Getting Started The services that BTW supports are as follows: Bluetooth Serial Port establishes a wireless connection between two Bluetooth devices. The serial connection can be used by applications as though there is a serial cable between the devices. Dial-up Networking allows you to use a modem on another Bluetooth device to connect to the Internet and send/receive e-mail. Fax allows you to send a fax transmission through another Bluetooth device.
Getting Started PIM Synchronization allows you to synchronize Personal Information Manager (PIM) data between two Bluetooth devices. Network Access allows you to gain access to the Internet using another Bluetooth device’s Local Area Network (LAN) connection. Audio Gateway allows the microphone/speakers on Bluetooth device (typically a computer) to be used as the audio input/output mechanism for a remote Bluetooth device, such as a cell phone. Note: Not all Bluetooth devices provide all of these services.
Getting Started make a Bluetooth connection with another device. Setting up a new connection is fast and easy, you have these choices: Create a connection from the Bluetooth Icon in the System Tray In the Windows system tray, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Quick Connect and then the Bluetooth service that you wish to use. If this computer has created a connection to the desired type of service in the past, the options on the shortcut menu are: 1.
Getting Started Using the Bluetooth Setup Wizard To start the Bluetooth Setup Wizard, you have 3 ways, Start the Wizard by right-clicking the Bluetooth icon in the Windows system tray and select Bluetooth Setup Wizard. Or, In Windows Explorer, with My Bluetooth Places selected, from the Bluetooth menu, select Bluetooth Setup Wizard. Or, Right-click the Bluetooth Icon on Desktop and select Bluetooth Setup Wizard. Follow the wizard’s on-screen instructions.
Getting Started Determining a connection status The Bluetooth Connection Status dialog box displays information about the status of a connection. It is also where you disconnect an active connection. To display the Connection Status dialog box: 1. Open My Bluetooth Places and select My Device. 2. Right-click a service name and then select Status from the pop-up menu. The Connection Status dialog box opens and provides the following information: • Status: tells you whether you are Connected or Disconnected.
Getting Started • Disconnect: click this button to end your current connection. • Close: click this button to close the Bluetooth Connection Status dialog box. Send to another Bluetooth device This feature is used to send information to another Bluetooth device.
Getting Started To use Send to other Bluetooth device 1 In the application: 1.1 Windows Explorer – select one or more files to be transferred. 1.2 Microsoft Office – only the document in the active window can be transferred. 1.3 Microsoft Outlook – select one or more items to be transferred. 2 From the application’s File menu, select Send To, and then select Bluetooth from the shortcut menu.
Client Applications About Client and Server Before we start discussing about what each of the services does, let us briefly tell you a bit about Client and Server since we will be mentioning a lot of these two in this chapter. In order for two Bluetooth devices to exchange data, they must establish a connection. However, before a connection is established, one device must request a connection with the other. This is the Client.
Client Applications 1. On the Client, open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2. Select Enter Bluetooth Neighborhood. 3. Right-click anywhere except on a device name and select Refresh from the pop-up menu to see an updated list. 4. Double-click HID devices, such as Keyboard or Mouse to make connection. 5. Once an HID connection is established, that connection will persist.
Client Applications Printer The Bluetooth Printer allows this computer to use a Bluetooth printer. Once a Bluetooth printer has been properly installed, it can be used from this computer in the same way as any other printer would be. Create a Bluetooth Printer connection at first time: 1. On the Client, open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2. Select Enter Bluetooth Neighborhood. 3.
Client Applications Delete a printer: 1. Click Start button on windows working tray. 2. Click Settings 3. Click Printers 4. Right-click on the printer you want to delete and select delete Audio Gateway The Audio Gateway service allows a remote Bluetooth device to use this computer’s microphone and speaker’s the remote device’s audio input and output devices. For example, if this computer has voice recognition capabilities, a Bluetooth headset might be used as the audio input device.
Client Applications 6. Open Volume Control on windows tray to adjust the volume you want. Client must have a sound card, microphone, and speakers installed. The Bluetooth radio on both on server and client must support audio. Headset The Headset application allows client (this computer) to use a Bluetooth headset (or any other device that offers the Bluetooth headset service) as the audio input and output device for server. To create a headset connection: 1. Make sure the headset already on PAIRING mode.
Client Applications Bluetooth Serial Port The Bluetooth Serial Port service allows two Bluetooth devices to establish a wireless connection through a virtual communications port and then use that connection as if it were a hardwired serial cable between those devices. Connection is initiated from the client. To establish a Bluetooth serial port connection: 1. On the Client, open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2. Select Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood. 3.
Client Applications 2. Right-click My Device and select Properties from the pop-up menu. 3. In the Bluetooth Configuration Panel, select the Local Services tab. Double-click the Bluetooth Serial Port service to display its Service Properties dialog box. The Service Properties dialog box displays the communications port that the connection is using. To close a Bluetooth serial port connection: 1. On the Client, open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2.
Client Applications Dial-up Networking The Dial-up Networking service allows a Bluetooth client to use a modem that is physically connected a different Bluetooth device (acting as the server). Once a wireless connection is established between the two devices, the client can use the server’s modem as if it were a local device on the client. Connection is initiated from the Client. To establish a Dial-up Networking session: 1.
Client Applications You can now open a Web browser and connect to the Internet as if the modem was attached to your computer. To close a Dial-up Networking connection: 1. On the Client, open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2. Select the device that is providing the Dial-up Networking service. 3. Right-click Dial-up Networking and then select Disconnect Dial-up Networking from the popup menu.
Client Applications 4. Right-click the server that will provide the Fax service and then select Discover Available Services to display an updated list of services. 5. Double-click Fax. Once the fax connection is established, you need to open or create the document to be faxed and use the Print or Send to Fax Recipient option available in most applications. The Fax connection automatically closes when the transmission is complete.
Client Applications 5. Click the plus (+) sign right next to Public Folder to expand that folder. If there are subfolders, click all the plus (+) signs until you see all the files under the subfolders. Types of File Transfer operations There are various types of file operations that you can perform. With My Bluetooth Places opened, right-click a folder and select an option from the pop-up menu. A dialog box appears, its title varies depending on the operation being carried out.
Client Applications • Cut: copies a folder and its contents, or individually selected files in a folder, to the Windows clipboard. When the clipboard contents are pasted to a new location, the originally selected file(s) on the server are deleted. • Copy: copies a folder and its contents, or individually selected files in a folder, to the Windows clipboard. • Delete: removes selected file(s) and/or folder(s) on the server. • Rename: allows you to change an empty folder’s name.
Client Applications The supported image formats are: • BMP • GIF • PNG • JPG Image Format Conversion Some devices, particularly battery-powered devices such as phones and cameras, may only be able to accept images in one format and at a single fixed resolution. In that case, the image is converted to the required format and resolution before it is transferred to the remote device. Create an Imaging Connection Imaging application connections are created automatically on an as-needed basis.
Client Applications • If a shortcut to the remote device’s imaging service exists in My Bluetooth Places, drag and drop, or, copy and paste, to that shortcut. Close an Imaging Connection Imaging connections close automatically when the image transfer is complete. To abort the image transfer, click Cancel in the transfer dialog box.
Client Applications • The remote imaging device must be installed on this computer (see below). Install an Imaging Device Note: Only Windows XP can install an imaging device; previous operating systems do not have native support for this option. Perform a search for devices and then, from Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood, right-click a Bluetooth imaging device, and select Add Camera from the shortcut menu. Windows installs the camera and adds it to the Cameras and Scanners section of My Computer.
Client Applications • Notes (*.vnt) • Messages (*.vmg) There are three types of operations: • Send – sends an object to another device. • Receive – requests an object from another device. • Exchange – sends a client object and receives a server object. You can set the default location of your business card and the location where you received items from the Bluetooth Configuration Panel. To send, receive, or exchange an object: 1.
Client Applications PIM Synchronization The PIM Synchronization service is used to match information between a Bluetooth client and a Bluetooth server. A perfect example would be a Personal Information Manager (PIM) database. BTW supports synchronization with devices that support IrMC v1.1 and exchange the v2.1 vCard format. If Information Synchronization is used for the first time with a new application, it may take a few minutes to synchronize the database.
Client Applications To apply PIM Synchronization: 1. On the client, open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your computer. 2. Select Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood. 3. Right-click anywhere except on a device name and then select Refresh from the pop-up menu to see an updated list. 4. Right-click the server that you want to synchronize with and then select Discover Available Services to display an updated list of available services. 5. Double-click PIM Synchronization.
Client Applications In the next sections to follow, we will discuss about how to set up Network Access in different Windows platforms. Windows 2000, Server-side Setup 1. From the Windows Control Panel, select Network and Dial-up Connections. 2. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box opens. 3. Click the Sharing tab. Select Enable Internet Connection Sharing. 4. Click OK. 5. Click Yes to enable Internet connection sharing.
Client Applications 5. Select Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s Internet connection. 6. Click OK. To configure the server: 1. From the Windows Control Panel, double-click the Network icon. 2. Click the Configuration tab. Select TCP/IP -> Bluetooth LAN Access Server Driver (scroll down if necessary). 3. Click Properties and select the IP Address tab. 4. Select Specify an IP address. 5. Enter an IP address (suggested value – 192.168.1.1) and a Subnet Mask (suggested value – 255.
Client Applications 4. Click the Settings button. 5. Click the DHCP tab. From the Adapter drop-down list, select the Bluetooth Windows 9x Adapter. 6. Select Enable DHCP Server. 7. Type in the client IP address range fields: − From: 210 − To: 240 8. Click OK and then minimize (do not close) the WinRoute Administration configuration panel.
Bluetooth Service Common Configuration Settings These properties can be set individually for each Bluetooth service: • Service Name - the default name of each service can be changed. • Secure Connection - requires that remote devices provide proof of identity and that all data be encrypted. • Startup Automatically - starts the service automatically when Bluetooth is started.
Bluetooth Service area, at the far right of the taskbar. If the notification balloon is ignored, the connection request will time out and fail. • Notification only - this type of notification does not affect access in any way; it is solely for information purposes to let you know that a connection has been established. Example: Both Authentication and Authorization request notifications are controlled by whether Secure Connection is enabled for an individual service.
Bluetooth Service Note: After two devices are paired, the authentication notification will no longer be displayed when a connection is attempted. If Always allow… is enabled during the authorization process, the authorization notification will not be displayed on future connection attempts. Connection notification only happens if it has been enabled on the Notifications tab of the individual service being accessed. Service Access Notification Notifications lets you associate a sound (Windows *.
Bluetooth Service Audio Gateway The Bluetooth Audio Gateway service enables the computer to use the microphone and speakers on a remote Bluetooth device as the input and output devices for the computer. For example, if this computer has voice recognition capabilities, a Bluetooth headset might be used as the audio input device. Hardware Requirements • The Bluetooth hardware on this computer and on the remote device must support audio.
Bluetooth Service The supported image formats are: • BMP • GIF • PNG • JPG Received images are stored in the Bluetooth exchange folder. Configure the Bluetooth Imaging Service From the Windows system tray, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Advanced Configuration > Local Services, and then double-click the Bluetooth Imaging service. Set the common configuration properties of the service, and then click OK.
Bluetooth Service Determine the communications port being used by this computer for the Bluetooth Serial Port: • In the Notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Advanced Configuration, and then select the Local Services tab. The COM port assigned to this service is the last item in the Bluetooth Serial Port service row. Configure the application on this computer that will use this service to send its data to this COM.
Bluetooth Service To remove a Bluetooth Serial Port: • From the Bluetooth Configuration Panel, Local Services tab, select the port to be removed and then clickDelete. Note: The Delete button is only available when a Bluetooth Serial Port is selected. Dial-up Networking Service The Bluetooth Dial-up Networking service makes it possible for a remote Bluetooth device to use a modem that is physically connected to this computer. The remote device can then access the Internet or log on to a remote network.
Bluetooth Service Configure the Fax Service From the Notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Advanced Configuration > Local Services, and then double-click the Fax service. • Select the physical modem to be used from the Modems - shortcut menu. • Set the common configuration properties of the service, and then click OK.
Bluetooth Service 6. Select a device and expand that branch to view the Bluetooth exchange folder of the remote device. Note: If Public Folder is not available, the remote device is not configured to allow remote file operations. Use drag-and-drop to copy any file or folder contained in the Public Folder of the remote device to a folder on this computer. You can also drag-and-drop files or folders from this computer to the Public Folder (and its subfolders) of the remote device.
Bluetooth Service • Rename - applies only to empty folders; file names and the names of folders that contain objects cannot be changed using this technique. • Cut, Copy, Paste, Delete, Refresh, View & New - standard Windows functions. Headset Service The Bluetooth Headset Service allows this computer to provide audio input/output for remote Bluetooth devices.
Bluetooth Service Usage Example with a Bluetooth Telephone From the Bluetooth phone, search for devices that offer the Headset Service, select the Headset Service on this computer, and then select Connect. Note: Individual Bluetooth phone manufacturers may use different terminology to describe the Headset Service, but the word audio and/or headset should be in the description - refer to the documentation included with the Bluetooth phone for assistance.
Bluetooth Service detected. Click the balloon to acknowledge the notification, and then, in the Incoming Call dialog box, click the Accept button to accept the call. The audio signal from the phone is re-routed to the audio output device (speakers or earphones) on the computer, and the microphone on the computer provides the audio input for the phone. To reject the incoming call, when the Incoming Call dialog box is displayed, click the Reject button.
Bluetooth Service Configure the server: 1. From Windows Control Panel, double-click the Network icon. 2. On the Configuration tab, select TCP/IP-> Bluetooth LAN Access Server Driver (scroll down if necessary). 3. Click Properties and select the IP Address tab. • Select Specify an IP address • Enter an IP Address (suggested value - 192.168.1.1) • Enter a Subnet Mask (suggested value - 255.255.255.0) 4. Click OK to close each dialog box, and then click Yes to restart the computer.
Bluetooth Service • Server has access to the Local Area Network (LAN). If the LAN provides Internet access, the connection can be verified by using the server’s browser to connect to the Internet through the LAN. 1. Configure Bluetooth - right-click the Bluetooth icon in the notification area, select Advanced Configuration, and then • From the Local Services tab, select Network Access, and then click Properties.
Bluetooth Service • Click OK to close the window. 3. Click OK in the Bluetooth Properties window to complete the configuration process. Note: If a firewall is in use, additional steps may be required before the browser can access the Internet. Contact your information technology department to determine if a firewall is in use or for assistance in configuring the Local Area Network settings for your proxy server. Verify the Server Setup From a different Bluetooth computer: 1.
Bluetooth Service Four data types are supported: • Business Cards • Calendar Items • Email Messages • Notes Each data type can be saved in any of the supported and installed PIMs. Note: PIMs that are not installed on this computer will not appear in the shortcut menus. When the PIM that is associated with an individual data type is changed on the PIM Item Transfer page, that data type is also changed for the PIM Synchronization service.
Bluetooth Service • Always send the same business card - when a request is received, always send the same business card. When this option is selected, a dialog box prompts you to select an installed Personal Information Manager (if more than one is installed on this computer) and an existing business card. • Previously sent business cards - after a card is selected using the Always send the same business card option, that card will be added to the shortcut menu as an option.
Bluetooth Service Close a PIM Item Transfer Connection PIM Item Transfer connections close automatically when the data transfer is complete. Default Business Card Selection When the Always send the same business card option is selected, a dialog box prompts you to select a default business card. The first time the dialog box is displayed it provides a way to choose the Personal Information Manager that stores the default business card.
Bluetooth Service Note: Move your mouse over a selected business card to display additional information about that contact. 2. Click OK to choose a selected business card and return to the PIM Item Transfer Properties page. The chosen contact is now displayed and selected in the Business card requests shortcut menu. Note: In addition to the default menu options, the shortcut menu can hold up to ten contact names.
Bluetooth Service in the PIM Item Transfer service. If that service is not configured to store a particular data type in Outlook, then that data type cannot be synchronized. Microsoft Outlook permits duplicate entries, so all duplicates may not be exchanged in the synchronization process.
Configuration Panel The Bluetooth Configuration Panel provides access to various settings including Bluetooth services, hardware, security, and events notification. In this chapter, we will thoroughly discuss each of the tabs in the Configuration Panel. There are two ways to open the Bluetooth Configuration Panel. Use either one of the following: • Click the Start menu, go to Settings and select Control Panel. From the Windows Control Panel, select Bluetooth Configuration.
Configuration Panel Accessibility Tab The Accessibility tab in the Bluetooth Configuration Panel lets you specify which remote devices can have access to your computer, which remote devices have access, and whether an audio warning is played when a Personal Identification Number (PIN code) is required. Allow other devices to discover this computer: To allow your computer to be discovered by other devices, simply select Let other Bluetooth devices discover this computer.
Configuration Panel • Only paired devices: Only devices that have been paired with your computer are allowed to connect to it. • Only devices listed below: Only the listed devices are allowed to connect to your computer (see the next section, Adding and deleting devices for details).
Configuration Panel Delete a device from the list In the list of devices allowed to access this computer, select the device to be removed from the list, and then click Delete. Discovery Tab The Discovery tab lets you specify whether your computer will do an automatic search for other Bluetooth devices or not, how often it searches for them, and what type of devices it discovers.
Configuration Panel • Report all Bluetooth devices, OR • Report only selected Bluetooth devices (see Discovery, Adding specific devices and Deleting specific devices for details.) • Select the desired option from the drop-down list. Discover Specific Devices: You can specify BTW to report only specific devices, specific class(es) of device(s), or specific type(s) of device(s) within a class.
Configuration Panel Notes: Multiple devices can be selected at the same time by holding the SHIFT or CTRL key down as you select the devices. The device(s) that you want to add to the list must be within radio range. Devices that are not within radio range will NOT appear in the list of devices. To report only a specific class of device: 1. Open the Bluetooth Configuration Panel by right-clicking the Bluetooth Tray icon on the Windows system tray. Select Advanced Configuration.
Configuration Panel 2. From the Type drop-down list, select the specific type of device to be reported. 3. Click OK. To remove a device from the list of devices to be discovered: 1. Open the Bluetooth Configuration Panel by right-clicking the Bluetooth Tray icon on the Windows system tray. Select Advanced Configuration. The Bluetooth Configuration Panel is displayed. 2. Click the Discovery tab. 3. Select the device you want to remove. 4. Click the Delete button.
Configuration Panel Notes: To re-enable specific device discovery, re-select Report only selected Bluetooth devices. When all devices are deleted, an error message will appear if Report all Bluetooth devices is not selected. Temporarily override the discovery of specific devices: In the Bluetooth Configuration Panel, from the Discovery tab, select “Report all Bluetooth devices”. The specifically selected devices will be discovered along with all other devices.
Configuration Panel • Fax • File Transfer • PIM Item Transfer • Dial-up Networking • Network Access • Bluetooth Serial Port Common Configuration Setting: We mentioned earlier that you could change the settings of each service individually. However, all of the local services will have common settings and Notification settings for all of the following: These properties can be set individually for each Bluetooth services: For General: • Service name: User can change service name on text box.
Configuration Panel For Notification: • Notifications: provides visual and/or audio notification that a remote device is attempting to connect (or has connected) to a service on this computer. There are three types of notification: • Authentication request, also called a PIN code request: This notification appears automatically in a balloon over the Windows system tray if a Personal Identification Code is required before a connection can proceed. An audio file can also be associated with the notification.
Configuration Panel A different notification sound can be associated with each local Bluetooth service, depending on security settings, including such cases: • When a PIN code is required • When a remote device attempts to access: − files on this computer (in Windows XP only) − a Bluetooth port − the Dial-up network service − the LAN Access service − the Fax service • When a remote device attempts to send: − information items − synchronization information To associate a sound with a Bluetooth event: 1.
Configuration Panel 2. Click the Local Service tab. 3. Double click a service name and select the Notifications tab. 4. In the Sound section, click the Browse button and look for the sound file (*.wav) that you want to use for notification. 5. To hear a preview of the sound, click Play. Note: To hear the sound, the Notify checkbox must be selected. Otherwise, the sound file will not play even if it has been assigned. 6. Click OK.
Configuration Panel • File Transfer: has additional setting for exchange folder location and the setting about security for files and folders. • PIM Synchronization: has additional setting for synchronization object define, such as Business Cards, Calendar Item, Email and Notes. • PIM Item Transfer: has additional setting for transfer and receive items defined, such as Business Cards, Calendar Item, Email and Notes.
Configuration Panel • Enter a unique name (less than 99 alphanumeric characters). • Select the appropriate security settings. • Select Startup if you want the service to start automatically when BTW initializes. • From the COM Port drop-down list, select a communications port that is not assigned to any other service. 5. Click OK. Removing a user-defined Bluetooth Serial Port 1. Open the Bluetooth Configuration Panel by right-clicking the Bluetooth Tray icon on the Windows system tray.
Configuration Panel Changing a local service’s properties Earlier, we discussed about the five property settings that each of the local services would have. Here, we’ll show you how to change a local service’s properties and what the options are. To change a local service’s properties: 1. Open the Bluetooth Configuration Panel by right-clicking the Bluetooth Tray icon on the Windows system tray. Select Advanced Configuration from the submenu. The Bluetooth Configuration Panel is displayed. 2.
Configuration Panel • Service Name: enter a service name (no more than 99 alphanumeric characters) in this field. In most cases, a service name is supplied by default. However, in environments where there is more than one device of the same type or one device provides more than one service of the same type (this is only possible with the Bluetooth Serial Port service), the service name can be customized. 5. Click OK.
Configuration Panel • Device name if connected: − Empty field – the service is not connected. − A device name and Bluetooth Device Address – identifies the device that is using the service. At times you need to interrupt a connection from the server side. To do this, simply right-click the local service and then select Stop from the pop-up menu. To restart the service later, right-click the local service and then select Start.
Configuration Panel • Device Status: indicates if the device is operating properly or if there is a problem or conflict. • Device Address: displays the Bluetooth Device Address (BDA or BD_Addr) programmed into this device when it was manufactured. • HCI Version: the version number of the Bluetooth Specification that the Host Controller Interface (HCI) complies with. • HCI Revision: the revision number of the Bluetooth Specification that the Host Controller Interface (HCI) complies with.
Security Introduction Each service that the server provides can be configured to require the Secure Connection setting, that means of, • Authorization: the server operator must acknowledge all connection attempts before a connection is established. • Authentication: the server requires a Personal Identification Number code (PIN, also referred to as a “passkey”) or a Link Key before a connection is established. • Encryption: all data sent between the Bluetooth client and Bluetooth server is encrypted.
Security 2. A place for the local operator to enter a Bluetooth passkey. The operator of the remote system must then enter the identical passkey. If no passkey is supplied or if the notification is ignored after a preset timeout, access will be denied. In cases wherein devices are paired, those devices automatically exchange a Link Key and authentication is carried out without operator intervention. Authorization Authorization is yes-or-no security.
Security The BDA is usually displayed in hexadecimal format; 00:D0:B7:03:2E:9F is a valid BDA. Each Bluetooth device also has a configurable, user-friendly name to help distinguish it from other devices. The user-friendly name may be up to 99 alphanumeric characters in length and may contain spaces. My Personal Computer is a valid user-friendly name. Encryption Encrypting translates data into an unreadable format using a secret key or password.
Security After a link key is generated, manual entry of the passkey is not require. Pairing Devices Pairing devices establishes a rather permanent relationship between two devices. It creates a permanent security link between the two and enables easy access to all the available services without having to enter access information every time a connection is attempted. Paired devices share a unique Link Key that they exchange when they are establishing the connection.
Security 2. Select Enter Bluetooth Neighborhood. 3. Right-click anywhere except on a device name and select Refresh from the pop-up menu to see an updated list. 4. Right-click the device you want to make a pair. And select Pair Device from the shortcut menu. 5. Enter PIM Code for the devices request. 6. After pair, you will see a pair icon on the device you made. To break a paired device relationship: 1. Open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2.
Security Secure Connection A passkey or link key is required each time a connection is attempted. All data exchanged over the Bluetooth connection is encrypted. Depending on other configuration options, authorization may also be required. Security Request Dialog Box Depending on your security settings, you may see a Bluetooth Authorization or Bluetooth Passkey Request dialog box when a connection is attempted. But this is only if you have either Authorization or Authentication enabled.
Security • Device Name: displays the user-friendly name of the device that is attempting to connect. • Request to access: displays the service that the remote device is trying to access. • OK: grants permission to establish connection. • Cancel: connection is denied. • Advanced: please see next section for details. • A checkbox that, when enabled, grants or authorizes the connecting device access to all of the available services.
Troubleshooting Below you will find the most frequently asked questions that we get from our customers. Q: What is a valid Bluetooth Device Address (BDA) and where can I find it? Can I change the BDA? A: Every Bluetooth device has a unique 48-bit Bluetooth Device Address, or BDA. This address cannot be changed by the end-user. A device’s BDA is usually displayed in hexadecimal format. Therefore, if you see a BDA with 00:D0:B7:03:2E:9F, that is a valid BDA.
Troubleshooting Q: Why can’t I connect to a paired device? A: Paired devices are always displayed in My Bluetooth Places even if the remote device is out of connection range or is turned off. If you can’t connect to a paired device, verify that the remote member of the pair is within radio range and powered up before you attempt to connect again. Q: I can’t discover services on an unpaired remote device. What is the problem? A: The remote device may not be powered up or may be out of range.
Troubleshooting Q: How do I determine the Bluetooth Device Address (BDA) of my hardware device and the version number of both the Bluetooth Specification and the Link Manager Protocol (LMP)? A: Open the Bluetooth Configuration Panel and click the Hardware tab. Then you could see the Device Address. There you will see the BDA of the selected Bluetooth device and the version number of both the Host Controller Interface and the Link Manager Protocol.
Troubleshooting Q: What can I do when functions don’t run normally? A: Un-plug and plug the dongle, or re-start PC. Q: How to turn off warning message during installation under Window XP? A: Perform the following before BTW installation, to turn off warnings during installation of BTW. Start Menu->My Computer->View System Information (Properties)->Hardware->Driver Signing>Ignore. After installation, the previous setting may be restored if desired.
Technical Support If you are still experiencing problems after reading this Product User’s Guide and the Troubleshooting section, you may contact Belkin Technical Support on 00 800 223 55 460.
Declaration of Conformity Important Information Bluetooth products must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. The device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.
Declaration of Conformity CAUTION: 1.To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons. 2.This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Department of Communications-Canada Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B Digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
Information DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F8T012, F8T013 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Information This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
Information Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European Norms (in brackets are the equivalent international standards). • EN 60950 (IEC60950) – Product Safety • EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment • ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment. To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on your Belkin product.
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