Bluetooth™ Wireless Desktop Enjoy the freedom and convenience of wireless computing User Manual F8T042-B
Table of Contents 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 Overview Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction 1 PLEASE NOTE: References made to the Bluetooth USB Adapter are to equipment included with your Bluetooth Wireless Desktop, part number F8T042-B. The Bluetooth USB Adapter lets you easily add Bluetooth capabilities to your USB computer. 4 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 section Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Bluetooth Wireless Desktop from Belkin.
Overview Product Features The Bluetooth Desktop is compliant with Bluetooth Standard version 1.1 and: • Offers the convenience of the wireless Bluetooth interface • Features comfortable, ergonomic design • Works at distances of up to 10 meters (33 ft.
Overview 1 • Compliance with Bluetooth specification v1.
Overview System Requirements • PC-compatible computer, CPU speed 200MHz or above • Memory: 64MB or above, 128MB recommended • One available USB port, USB 1.1 standard • Windows® Me, 2000, XP, Server 2003, or Mac OS X v10.2.
Overview 1 • Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard 2 • Bluetooth Wireless Optical Mouse 3 • Bluetooth USB Adapter • USB base with 6 ft.
Overview Wireless Specifications Bluetooth Compliance Operating Frequency Output Power Operation Range Antenna Version 1.2 Compatible to Bluetooth HID profile 0.95c 2.402 to 2.480GHz Class II (<4 dBm) RF output power 10-meter (33 ft.) radius indoors Integrated Mouse Specifications Pointing Device Buttons Batteries Required Battery Life Optical, 800dpi 3+ scroll-wheel 2 AA (included) 25 days under normal usage; 100 days standby Specifications subject to change without notice.
Overview 1 Buttons/Keys Batteries Required Battery Life USB Backup 2 107+ 15 Multimedia/Internet buttons 2 AA (included) 25 days under normal usage; 100 days standby USB “B”-Type Connector 3 4 5 Specifications Dimensions Mouse Keyboard 74 (W) x 130 (L) x 45mm (H) 495 (W) x 196.9 (L) x 25.4mm (H) Weight Mouse Keyboard 108g (without battery) 308g (without battery) 6 7 8 9 Specifications subject to change without notice.
Overview Audio Gateway Profile Supported Profiles The services supported by your USB Adapter are defined as “Profiles”.
Overview 1 • Transfer files 2 • Access dial-up networks • Connect to local area networks 3 • Perform an ActiveSync® session 4 • Connect to serial ports 5 • Print • Exchange PIM data 6 • Send or exchange business cards 7 • Connect to input devices The basic functions of the Bluetooth Neighborhood include: 8 • Device Discovery 9 • Service Discovery 10 • Establishing links with remote devices 11 12 9 section Your USB Adapter gives you the ability to do the following—without cables:
Software Setup Installing the USB Adapter Software Setup for Windows Me, 2000, and XP To install the software for the USB Adapter, follow the instructions below: The installation process for Windows XP may look slightly different from Windows Me and 2000. NOTE: Do not insert the USB Adapter into the USB port prior to installation. 1. Insert the software installation CD into the PC’s CD-ROM drive. 2. The “Software InstallShield Wizard” window appears. Click on “Next” to begin the installation process.
Software Setup 3. Choose “I accept the terms in the license agreement” to accept the license agreement. Click on “Next” to continue. is recommended that you install the software in the default directory “C:\Program Files\Belkin\Bluetooth\Software\”. Click on “Next” to continue. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 11 section 4. Specify the location where the software files will be installed on your hard drive.
Software Setup 5. Confirm that the device software is ready to be installed and click on “Install”. 6. The InstallShield Wizard will begin to install the Bluetooth software. This may take several minutes. NOTE: If at any time during the installation process you receive a “Driver Signature Notice”, click “OK” to continue the installation process.
Software Setup 7. During the installation process, you will be prompted to insert your Bluetooth 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 section USB Adapter. If your 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, then click “OK” to continue. Refer to the “Hardware Setup” section on page 15 for detailed instructions on connecting the USB Adapter to your computer.
Software Setup 8. Confirm the completion of the software installation; click “Finish” and restart the system if prompted to do so.
Hardware Setup 1 USB Adapter You must connect the Bluetooth USB Adapter to an available Universal Serial Bus (USB) port on your computer. There are two ways to connect your USB Adapter: 1. Connect the USB Adapter directly to an available USB A-type connector on your desktop or notebook computer. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2. Connect the USB Adapter to the included USB base stand, and then connect the other end of the cable to an available USB A-type connector on your desktop or notebook computer.
Hardware Setup Hardware Setup for Windows Me, 2000, and XP 1. Once you have connected the USB Adapter, your system will display a “New USB device found”. Follow the prompts to install drivers for your Adapter. 2. Choose “Install from a list or Specific location”; then click “Next”.
Hardware Setup 3. Browse for the location of the device driver “C:\Program Files\Belkin\ Bluetooth\ Software\bin\” then click “Next”. 4. If you receive the following “Hardware 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.
Initial Configuration Wizard Configuring your Computer for Windows Me, 2000, and XP 1. Once the installation process is complete, double click the Bluetooth icon in the lower left corner of your desktop to begin the “Initial Bluetooth Configuration Wizard”. Follow the prompts as the Wizard guides you through the initial setup of your Bluetooth device. 2 3 4 5 you can easily remember. This name will appear in reference to your computer when it is discovered by other Bluetooth devices.
Initial Configuration Wizard 3. Choose the type of computer you have installed the Bluetooth USB Adapter to in the drop-down menu and click “Next”. 4. Continue to use the Wizard to configure the Bluetooth services that this computer will allow other Bluetooth devices to access. Click “Next”.
Initial Configuration Wizard 5. Choose the Bluetooth services your computer will offer. The most common service for your computer type will be checked by default. Congratulations! Your computer is ready to connect to your Bluetooth keyboard. Click “Skip”, then “Finish” and proceed to the “Connecting the Bluetooth Desktop” section of this manual on page 22.
Connecting the Bluetooth Desktop The following steps will allow you to establish the initial connection between your Wireless Desktop and computer. Once a connection is established, your computer will automatically connect every time to boot your computer. If for any reason the Desktop does not reconnect at boot-up, follow the pairing and connection procedures on page 24.
Connecting the Bluetooth Desktop 1 Inserting the Batteries The Keyboard requires four AA batteries and the Mouse requires two AA batteries to run (included). When it becomes necessary to replace them, be sure to use new batteries only; we recommend alkaline batteries. Rechargeable batteries may be used as well. To insert the batteries: compartment cover. 2. Insert the new batteries. Make sure to properly orient the positive (+) and negative (-) ends as indicated on the battery compartment label.
Connecting the Bluetooth Keyboard Preparing the Keyboard 1. Turn the Keyboard upside down, and press and hold the “Connect” button for five seconds.The Keyboard is now in pairing mode and is ready to connect to your computer.
Connecting the Bluetooth Keyboard 2. On your computer, open “My Bluetooth Places” by double-clicking on the Bluetooth icon. 3. From the menu bar, select “Bluetooth” then “Bluetooth Setup Wizard”. 4. Select “I know the service I want to use and I want to find a Bluetooth device that provides that service.” Then click “Next”.
Connecting the Bluetooth Keyboard 5. From the menu, scroll down to select “Human Interface Device” then click on “Next”. Please verify that the LED continues to flash rapidly. 6. The Bluetooth Keyboard will be discovered. Click on the Bluetooth Keyboard icon then click “Next”.
Connecting the Bluetooth Keyboard 7. The “Pairing Procedure” window will appear. Click on the “Initiate Pairing” button on the screen. 1 2 8. On your Bluetooth Keyboard, type 3 the unique pin-code digits and press the “Enter” key. 4 9. Type the name you would like 5 your Keyboard to appear as and click “Finish”. 6 8 9 10 11 12 27 section 7 Your Keyboard is now connected. Type with your Keyboard to verify the connection.
Connecting the Bluetooth Mouse The following steps will allow you to establish the initial connection between your Mouse and computer. Once a connection is established, your computer will automatically connect to your Mouse every time you reboot. If the Mouse does not reconnect at boot-up, follow the pairing and connection procedures on page 24. Preparing the Mouse Connect button 1. Turn the Mouse upside down, press and hold the “Connect” button for five seconds.
Connecting the Bluetooth Mouse 3. From the menu bar select “Bluetooth” then “Bluetooth Setup Wizard”. 1 4. Select “I want to find a specific Bluetooth device and configure how this computer 2 will use its services”. Then click “Next”.
Connecting the Bluetooth Mouse 5. From the drop-down menu, select “Show mice, keyboards and joysticks” then click on the “Search Again” button. 6. The Belkin Mouse will be discovered. Click on the Belkin Mouse icon then click “Next”.
Connecting the Bluetooth Mouse 7. The services that are available from the device will be listed. Select “Bluetooth Mouse” and click “Finish”. 8. Wait while the Mouse is installed. This may take several seconds. 9. Your Mouse is now connected. Move your Mouse to verify the connection.
Uninstalling the Software Uninstalling the Software for Windows Me, 2000, and XP Follow these instructions to uninstall your Bluetooth USB Adapter. 1. Insert the CD-ROM included with your USB Adapter. 2. The “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.
FAQs Which Bluetooth Profiles does the USB Adapter support? The included Bluetooth USB Adapter supports the most current Bluetooth profile set including: Service Discovery, File Transfer, LAN Access, Serial Port, DUN, Generic Object Exchange, Business Card, Push, Pull & Exchange, Fax, Synchronization, PAN, HCRP, Audio Gateway, Headset, and Human Interface Device.
FAQs Will my Bluetooth Keyboard work prior to Windows loading? At this time, the Bluetooth Keyboard will only operate inside the Windows environment. You must use a keyboard that is connected directly to your computer to access your system BIOS. Future firmware upgrades for the Bluetooth USB Adapter that is included with this product will allow your Bluetooth Keyboard to function prior to Windows booting. Can I connect multiple Bluetooth Keyboards and Mice to the same computer? Yes, you may.
FAQs Can my Desktop connect to other Bluetooth devices or adapters? Yes, it can, as long as the other Bluetooth device supports the Human Interface Device (HID) profile. Check with the device manufacturer to see if your device supports HID Profiles. For WIDCOMM software users, you must have BTW version 1.4 or higher. Can my Microsoft Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse connect to my Belkin Bluetooth USB Adapter included with this package? Yes, it can.
Battery and Safety Information General Precautions Keep batteries out of reach of children. Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types (for example, carbon and alkaline batteries). Always remove old, weak, or worn-out batteries promptly and recycle or dispose of them in accordance with local and national disposal regulations.
Battery and Safety Information 1 Special Precautions The precautions below are to prevent the sudden release of electrolytes, which these prohibited actions can cause: Do not open, puncture, or mutilate the batteries. Do not heat batteries. 2 3 4 5 Do not use a fire to dispose of batteries. Released battery electrolyte is corrosive, can cause damage to the eyes and skin, and may be toxic if swallowed.
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 products, F8T040, F8T043, F8T003 to which this declaration relates, comply 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.
Information Belkin Corporation Limited Two-Year Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its warranty period. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the product. Proof of purchase may be required.
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