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  • Page 1 B L U E T O O T H P D A A D A P T E R C A R D U S E R M A N U A L F 8 T 0 2 0...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Introduction ............4 Product Features .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the Bluetooth PDA Adapter Card (the Adapter Card) featuring wireless technology from Belkin. Now you can connect your PDA to peripherals and other computing devices from up to 10 meters away without cables. Establish ad-hoc connections between devices in your home, office, or while on the road.

  • Page 5: Product Features

    The Adapter Card is compliant with Bluetooth standard version 1.1 and provides: • Support for Microsoft ® Pocket PC 2000 and PC 2002 • Operating distance of up to 10 meters* • Point-to-multipoint connections • Support for data rates up to 721Kbps •...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Adapter Card Specifications Bluetooth Compliance: Version 1.1 Physical Interface: CompactFlash™ Type II Operating Frequency: 2.4 to 2.4835GHz Output Power: 0 dBm (1mW), Class 2 Sensitivity: -80 dBm @ 1E-3 BER Data Rate: 723/57.6Kbps Operating Range: 10-meter radius indoors Network Topology: Point-to-Multipoint Packet Support: 1/3/5 Slots Packet...

  • Page 7: System Requirements

    S Y S T E M R E Q U I R E M E N T S System Requirements • Genuine Intel ® StongARM SA-1110 processor • One available CompactFlash Type II slot • Microsoft Pocket PC 2000 and PC 2002 Product Contents •...

  • Page 8: Supported Profiles

    The services supported by your Adapter Card are defined as “Profiles”. Available profiles include: • Generic Access • Service Discovery • Serial Port • LAN Access • Dial-Up Networking • Generic Object Exchange • Object Push • File Transfer • Synchronization S U P P O R T E D P R O F I L E S...
  • Page 9 S U P P O R T E D P R O F I L E S ( C O N T ’ D ) Your Adapter Card gives you the ability to do the following—without cables: • Transfer files •...

  • Page 10: Software Setup

    on a Pocket PC, follow the instructions below: Fig. 1—ActiveSync Window 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. S O F T W A R E S E T U P 1. Remove any accessories from your Pocket PC. 2. Place the Pocket PC in its cradle and make an ActiveSync connection to your desktop or notebook computer (see Fig.
  • Page 11 S O F T W A R E S E T U P ( C O N T ’ D ) Fig. 2—InstallShield Wizard Fig. 3—Bluetooth Device Name Note: If you are prompted to uninstall files, follow the on-screen instructions. Once you have uninstalled, begin again with Step 1 of this procedure.
  • Page 12 Fig. 5—InstallShield Wizard Complete S O F T W A R E S E T U P ( C O N T ’ D ) the application, then perform a factory reset of the Pocket PC. Refer to your Pocket PC user guide for more information on performing a factory reset.

  • Page 13: Installing The Adapter Card

    I N S T A L L I N G T H E A D A P T E R C A R D Insert the Adapter Card into the Pocket PC. A Bluetooth Radio icon should display at the bottom of the “Today” screen and the LED at the top of the Adapter Card should blink.

  • Page 14: Software Overview

    Launching the Application The Bluetooth application is launched from the Pocket PC “Today” screen. Select “Bluetooth Manager” either from the “Start” menu (see Fig. 8 below, “Launching the Bluetooth Manager Fig. 8—Launching the Bluetooth Manager from the Start Menu S O F T W A R E O V E R V I E W Fig.
  • Page 15 S O F T W A R E O V E R V I E W ( C O N T ’ D ) If you have no devices saved to your Pocket PC, a dialog box will prompt you to search for Bluetooth devices (see Fig.
  • Page 16 You will now want to assign these devices to a “Device Group”. For information on Device Groups, see the “Device Groups” section. 1. Select those devices that you want to keep by selecting the individual check boxes. 2. Tap “Save”. The “Device Groups” screen will appear (see Fig. 12, “Device Groups”). Fig.

  • Page 17: The Main Window

    S O F T W A R E O V E R V I E W ( C O N T ’ D ) The Main Window Following this initial device discovery session, the “Main” window will appear (see Fig. 13, “Main Window Controls”), listing saved Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 18: View Menu

    S O F T W A R E O V E R V I E W ( C O N T ’ D ) Device Group Drop-Down Menu The “Device Group” drop-down menu allows you to display devices found in a particular device group or in all groups (“All Devices”).
  • Page 19 S O F T W A R E O V E R V I E W ( C O N T ’ D ) Tools Menu The “Tools” menu allows access to dialog screens for group settings (see the “Group Settings” section) and system diagnostics (see the “System Diagnostics”...
  • Page 20 From the bottom of the “Today” screen you can: 1. Turn the radio on or off—select to toggle the radio. 2. Launch the “Bluetooth Manager” application. 3. Initiate a wireless ActiveSync session (see the “Perform an ActiveSync Session” section). 4. View the current status of the radio and current connections (see Fig.

  • Page 21: Device Discovery

    The Search Screen The “Search” screen (see Fig. 17, “Search Screen”) allows you to search for devices and assign them to device groups. To open the “Search” screen, tap “Search” at the bottom of the main window. The Adapter Card will automatically begin searching for Bluetooth devices. When it finishes searching, the screen will display a device list.
  • Page 22 Search Button Launches the search for devices (see the “Searching for Devices” section). Save Button Allows you to save devices to device groups (see the “Saving Devices” section). Fig. 18—Search Filter D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y Filter Button Launches the search filter screen (see Fig.
  • Page 23 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) Search Status Line Text string located at the bottom of the search screen that displays the status of the search. This status line also tells you how many devices were found during the search.
  • Page 24 The “Search” button changes to “Stop” while the search is in progress and changes back to “Search” when the search is complete (times out) or when you tap “Stop”. Saving Devices Once a device is discovered and you decide that you want to save it for future use, it should be Fig.
  • Page 25 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) 3. Check the box next to any of the groups that you want to save these devices to. a) You can check one or several groups.
  • Page 26 Device Information Dialog Access the “Device Information” dialog from the main window by clicking on a device icon (see Fig. 21, “Device Information”). Device Name Name assigned by owner of selected device. Device Address Unique Bluetooth address used to identify the device. Device Type Identifies the type of device (for example, PDA, Cell Phone, etc.) Device Bonded...
  • Page 27 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) ActiveSync Partner Active only for laptop or desktop computers. Check this box to indicate that Check Box you wish to use this device as an ActiveSync partner.
  • Page 28 View Menu Devices can be viewed in two different formats, “Icons” and “List”. The “View” menu (see Fig. 22, “View Menu (Icon View)”) allows you to select either of these views. It also allows you to refresh the screen. Fig. 22—View Menu (Icon View) D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’...
  • Page 29 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) • List View (see Fig. 23, “List View”) Provides the same information as the Icon View, only in tabular form.
  • Page 30 From the main window, tap and hold the device icon you want to communicate with. You are pre- sented with a list of services that the selected device supports (see Fig. 24, “Communicating with Other Devices”). Or from the “Device Information” dialog window, select the “Actions” menu (see Fig. 25, “The Actions Menu”).
  • Page 31 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) 3. Select “Send File”. The “Send a File” screen appears (see Fig. 26, “Send a File”). 4. Specify the file that you want to send by entering its location and name in the window or by selecting the file from the “Browse...”...
  • Page 32 Send Business Cards Allows you to send your business card information to another device. From main window: 1. Discover the available services of the device that you want to send a business card to. In the main window, tap and hold the device icon. In the “Device Information” dialog Fig.
  • Page 33 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) From the “Contacts” Dialog window: Business cards can also be sent directly from the Contacts list. In the “Start” menu, select “Contacts”: 1.
  • Page 34 Exchange Business Cards Allows you to exchange business card information with another device. This function works the same as when sending your business card with the exception that, if available, you will also receive the other device’s information directly into your contacts database. Fig.
  • Page 35 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) Connect for Dial-Up Access 1. When viewed on Pocket PC 2002, this menu item is titled “Set as Internet Dial-Up connection”.
  • Page 36 Connect for LAN Access 1. When viewed on Pocket PC 2002, this menu item is titled “Set as Internet LAN connection”. 2. Allows you to connect to Bluetooth devices that are already participating in a local area net- work (LAN). Once connected, you will be able to participate in the LAN for accessing services like the Internet.
  • Page 37 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) 2. Run the Bluetooth configuration utility on the host PC to determine which COM port is configured for local serial service. Refer to the Bluetooth user documentation that came with your host PC for information on running the configuration utility.
  • Page 38 Create bond with this device: Found only in the “Actions” menu; allows you to establish a bond with another device to allow uninterrupted exchange of data. 1. Tap on the device that you want to bond with to display the “Device Information” dialog. Fig.
  • Page 39 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) Remove bond with device: Found only in the “Actions” menu; allows you to remove a bond. 1. Tap on the device that you want to remove the bond from to display the “Device Information” dialog.
  • Page 40 D E V I C E D I S C O V E R Y ( C O N T ’ D ) Moving and Removing Devices You can move a device between groups or remove a device from any group except “All Devices”. You can only remove a device from “All Devices”...

  • Page 41: Device Groups

    D E V I C E G R O U P S Working with Device Groups Three empty device groups named “All Devices”, “Home”, and “Work” are provided when you install the Bluetooth software. All discovered Bluetooth devices are stored in the “All Devices” group when saved.
  • Page 42 D E V I C E G R O U P S ( C O N T ’ D ) To add a group: 1. Tap the “Add” button. Another group titled “New Group” is appended to the list. 2. Select the “New Group” text and type in the desired group name. 3.

  • Page 43: Group Settings

    D E V I C E G R O U P S ( C O N T ’ D ) Group Settings Access “Group Settings” by selecting “Settings for <group>” from the “Tools” menu in the main window (see Fig. 36, “Selecting Settings for <group>”). These settings provide the group certain information about your device, as well as specify how it interacts with the rest of the group.

  • Page 44: Configuration And Settings

    C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S General Tab Device Name This is the name that other Bluetooth device users see when they discover your device. Default Passkey (blank by default) Used for authenticating connections requested by other devices for transactions that need a “passkey”...
  • Page 45 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) Connections Tab Let other devices see me (checked by default) Check this box to allow other devices to locate your device in a search.
  • Page 46 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) Transmission power for this group Allows you to choose the transmission power level that is used whenever the group is selected. Selection of this power level determines the transmission range (and therefore power consumption) of your device.
  • Page 47 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) Passkey is required (unchecked by default) Check this box to require authentication for file sharing. If checked, you will be prompted to “accept”...
  • Page 48 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) PIM Objects Tab Let other devices use this service (checked by default) Check this box to allow other devices to connect for transferring PIM objects (see Fig.
  • Page 49 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) Encryption is required Enabled only when you check “Passkey is required”. Check this box to enable data encryption when transmitting data.
  • Page 50 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) Serial Port Tab Let other devices use this service (checked by default) Check this box to allow other devices to connect via the serial port.
  • Page 51 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) Encryption is required Enabled only when you check “Passkey is required”. Check this box to enable data encryption when transmitting data.
  • Page 52 C O N F I G U R A T I O N A N D S E T T I N G S ( C O N T ’ D ) Encryption is required Enabled only when you check “Passkey is required”. Check this box to enable data encryption when transmitting data.

  • Page 53: System Diagnostics

    You can conduct basic checks of the hardware utilizing either the “Loopback Test” or the “Reset BC01 Test”. Both can be accessed via the “Diagnostics” screen. Loopback Test Tests the way that your device internally processes data. If you select to run the “Loopback Test” or any other diagnostic test, the Pocket PC will soft reset.
  • Page 54 Reset BC01 Test Re-initializes (resets) the radio circuitry used to transmit and receive data. 1. Select “Diagnostics” from the “Tools” menu at the bottom of the main window (see Fig. 45, “Tools Menu”). Fig. 47—Reset BC01 Test S Y S T E M D I A G N O S T I C S 2.

  • Page 55: Uninstalling The Software

    U N I N S T A L L I N G T H E S O F T W A R E This section contains instructions for uninstalling the software required to use your Adapter Card. 1. If inserted, remove the Adapter Card from your Pocket PC. 2.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    The application fails to install properly. Make sure that you have uninstalled any existing Bluetooth software. If necessary, conduct a factory reset of the Pocket PC. Bluetooth Radio icon does not appear in the “Today” screen. Make sure that you have inserted the Adapter Card properly. I cannot discover other devices.
  • Page 57 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Other devices cannot discover my device. 1. Try moving closer to a known device. 2. Check to make sure your radio is turned “ON” (see Bluetooth Radio icon, page 13). 3.
  • Page 58 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G My device is always prompting me to supply a password. Check your passkey settings (see “File Sharing Tab”, “PIM Objects Tab”, “Serial Port Tab”, and “Dial-Up Tab”, pages 46-52). My device will not let me delete the “All Devices”...

  • Page 59: Glossary

    Authentication Authorization Bluetooth Neighborhood A collection of Bluetooth devices. Bonded Device Device Device Address Device Discovery Device Group Device Name Service Discovery G L O S S A R Y Security feature that requires users to verify a numeric password before exchanging data.

  • Page 60: Fcc/Ce Statement

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR We, Belkin Components, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 61 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin Components may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 62 • ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment. To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on your Belkin product. Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.

  • Page 63: Warranty

    Belkin Components 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.
  • Page 64 Fax: +61 (2) 4325 4277 P74074 © 2002 Belkin Components. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. The Bluetooth name and the Bluetooth trademarks are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and are used by Belkin Components under license.

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