MultiConnect ™ BT Serial-to-Bluetooth® Adapter Quick Start Guide
Copyright and Technical Support MultiConnect BT Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter MTS2BTA and MTS2BTA-R Quick Start Guide 82010051L Rev. B Copyright © 2005-2007 by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter Introduction This guide shows you how to set up your MultiConnect Adapter. For detailed information, product specifications, and more, see the User Guide, available on the MultiConnect CD and the Multi-Tech Web site. General Safety The modem is designed for and intended to be used in fixed and mobile applications. 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.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Quick Start Guide Vehicle Safety • Do not use your Wireless MultiModem while driving, unless equipped with a correctly installed vehicle kit allowing ‘Hands-Free’ Operation. • Respect national regulations on the use of cellular telephones in vehicles. Road safety always comes first. • If incorrectly installed in a vehicle, the operation of wireless MultiModem telephone could interfere with the correct functioning of vehicle electronics.
Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter Installation and Cabling Attaching the MultiConnect Adapter to a Fixed Location 1. Typically, the MultiConnect is mounted against a flat surface with two mounting screws. Drill the mounting holes at the desired mounting location. The mounting holes must be separated by 4-15/16 inches center-tocenter. 2. To attach the mounting bracket, slide it into the corresponding slot on the back of the MultiConnect chassis. 3. Attach the adapter to the surface with two screws.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Quick Start Guide Making the Connections Directions for the MTS2BTA (Externally Powered) Turn off your PC. Place the adapter in a convenient location. Connect it to your PC’s serial port and plug in the power. Directions for the MTS2BTA-R (Powered through Pin 6 of an RS-232 Cable) Turn off your PC. Place the adapter in a convenient location. Then connect it to your PC’s serial port. The MTS2BT-R draws its power from Pin 6 of the RS-232 cable.
Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter Optional – Directions for Direct DC Power Connection for Use with the MTS2BTA • Connect a fused DC power cable into the power connector on the MultiModem. • Then attach the two wires at the other end of the fused cable to a DC fuse/terminal block on a vehicle in which you are mounting the MultiModem. Connect the red wire to the "+" positive and the black wire to the "–" negative. Be sure the GND connection is correct.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Quick Start Guide Using AT Commands to Set Parameters Parameters, such as the Bluetooth Name, Service Name, Device Class, and Serial Port settings can be viewed and configured. This can be done locally through the serial port UART or from a remote Bluetooth RF link. To configure the Bluetooth adapter, it must be in command mode; issue the +++ command to switch to command mode. While in command mode, the adapter will accept ASCII bytes as commands.
Serial-to-Bluetooth Adapter 5. Place radio into Fast Data Mode. Sent: +++ // Places radio in Command Mode Reply: OK Sent: ATMF // Places radio in Fast Data Mode Reply: OK 6. Send Data. Note: Sending commands from the slave when the slave connects in Fast Data Mode (ATSW25/ or issue ATMF): All valid AT commands sent through the Slave's UART will be interpreted and responded by the Master as if it were the local Slave radio.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Quick Start Guide Slave Command Sequence Example 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. Set Slave to automatically connect in Fast Data Mode on Bluetooth connection. Sent: ATSW25,0,0,0,0 Reply: OK Either cycle power or send ATURST.
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