MultiConnect Adapter Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter MTS2BTA MTS2BTA-R User Guide
Copyright and Technical Support User Guide MTS2BTA and MTS2BTA-R MultiConnect Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter S000370A Rev. A Copyright This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from MultiTech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright © 2005 Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1 – Description and Specifications ..............................................................................................................4 Product Description ....................................................................................................................................................4 Applications ..................................................................................................................................................
Chapter 1 – Description and Specifications Chapter 1 – Description and Specifications Product Description The MultiConnect Serial-to-Bluetooth adapter enables communication between an installed host serial device and a peripheral wireless device. The serial side of the MultiConnect provides transparent serial data-to-Internet protocol conversion, eliminating the need for any hardware modifications.
Chapter 1 – Description and Specifications Product Build Options Product MTS2BTA MTS2BTA-R Description Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter AC-Powered Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter DC-Powered Region North America and Europe North America and Europe MultiConnect Package Contents AC-Powered Version • • • • • • • • One Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter One antenna One mounting bracket RS-232 serial cable One universal power supply with power cord A set of four self-adhesive plastic feet One printed Quick Start Guide One S
Chapter 1 – Description and Specifications General Safety The adapter is designed and intended to be used in either fixed or mobile applications. In the “Fixed” application, the device is physically secured at one location and not easily moved to another location. In the “Mobile” application, the device may be regularly moved to different locations. Caution! Maintain a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) between the transmitter’s antenna and the body of the user or nearby persons.
Chapter 1 – Description and Specifications Technical Specifications Category Description Serial Interface Supports speeds from 1200bps to 230Kbps RF Interface Frequency………………2402 – 2480MHz Modulation……………...FHSS/GFSK Channel Intervals………1MHz Number of Channels….79CH Transmission Rate…….
Chapter 1 – Description and Specifications Category Description Intelligent Features Can be configured, commanded, and controlled through simple ASCII strings over the Bluetooth RF link or directly through the hardware serial UART. Low power consumption. Secure and robust communication link.
Chapter 3 – AT Commands, S-Registers, and Result Codes Chapter 2 – Installation and Cabling Step 1 – Attaching the Adapter to a Fixed Location The Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter is design to be used on the desktop or to be panel-mounted. To attach the bracket for panel-mounting, following these steps: 1. Typically, the adapter is mounted against a flat surface with two mounting screws. Drill the mounting holes at the desired location. The mounting holes must be separated by 4 -7/16 inches center-to-center.
Chapter 3 – AT Commands, S-Registers, and Result Codes Step 2 – Connect the Adapter to Your System Setup Example This example shows a BlueTooth Adapter setup at a fixed site and ready to communicate with the Bluetooth Adapter at a remote location. Connections for the MultiModem Using AC Power Turn off your computer. Place the adapter in a convenient location, and then connect it to your computer’s serial port, the phone line, and AC power.
Chapter 3 – AT Commands, S-Registers, and Result Codes Chapter 3 – AT Commands AT Command Reference Guide AT commands for the Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter are published in a separate Reference Guide included on the product CD and posted on the Multi-Tech Web site. Using AT Commands Default Settings / Changing Configuration Parameters, such as the Bluetooth Name, Service Name, Class of Device and Serial Port settings can be viewed and configured.
Chapter 3 – AT Commands, S-Registers, and Result Codes Setting Parameters This section covers how to send AT commands at the PC connected to a BlueTooth Adapter to query and set parameters for Bluetooth communication. Example of a Slave Command Sequence From Power Up: 1. Check and verify Communication to Slave. Sent : AT Reply:OK 2. Get information on Slave Bluetooth address. Sent : ATSI,1 Reply: 12-digit address OK 3.
Chapter 3 – AT Commands, S-Registers, and Result Codes Test Procedures Using AT Commands The following tesing procedures can be used with the MTS2BTA and the MTS2BTSMI. 1. Connect serial cable from computer to DB9 connector of each MTS2BTA, then attach antenna and power. Do this for both master and slave Bluetooth adapters. 2. Use terminal emulator like Hyperterminal or ZOC to communicate to Bluetooth socket modem using AT command set. Set baud rate to 9600bps.
Chapter 3 – AT Commands, S-Registers, and Result Codes Disabling Flow Control Using AT Commands Using terminal screen with flow control enabled, issue commands to turn off flow control.l.
Chapter 4 – Peripheral Devices Chapter 4 – Peripheral Devices Antenna Requirements Frequency Range Impedance VSWR Gain Radiation Polarization Wave Connector 2.4-2.5 Ghz 50 ohm nominal <2.0:1 2 dBi Omni Vertical Half Wave Dipole Reverse Polarity SMA Plug An antenna that meets the requirements for use with the SocketWireless product can be ordered, for example, from Nearson. www.nearson.
Appendix A – Regulatory Compliance Appendix A – Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Compliance Statements EMC, Safety, and R&TTE Directive Compliance The CE mark is affixed to this product to confirm compliance with the following European Community Directives: Council Directive 89/336/EEC of 3 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility; and Council Directive 73/23/EEC of 19 February 1973 on the harmonization of the laws of Member States relating to el
Appendix A – Regulatory Compliance New Zealand Telecom Warning Notice 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
Appendix B – Multi-Tech Warranty Statement and Product Repair Appendix B – Multi-Tech Warranty Statement and Product Repair Warranty Multi-Tech Systems, Inc., (hereafter “MTS”) warrants that its products will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two, five, or ten years (depending on model) from date of purchase, or if proof of purchase is not provided, two, five, or ten years (depending on model) from date of shipment.
Appendix C – Warranty and Service Repair Procedures for International Customers (Outside U.S.A. and Canada) Your original point of purchase Reseller may offer the quickest and most economical repair option for your MultiTech product. You may also contact any Multi-Tech sales office for information about the nearest distributor or other repair service for your Multi-Tech product. The Multi-Tech sales office directory is available at www.multitech.
Index Index A AC power connections......................................................10 Antenna Requirements......................................................15 Applications........................................................................4 AT commands...................................................................11 B Build Options......................................................................5 C Canadian Regulations .......................................................
