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Print Date: 03/03/15
Product Manual
BL-819, BL-830, BL-875
RS-232 Bluetooth Adapters
Version: 6.1
Brainboxes Limited, 18 Hurricane Drive, Liverpool International Business Park, Liverpool, Speke, L24 8RL
Tel: +44 (0)151 220 2500 Fax: +44 (0)151 252 0446 Web: www.brainboxes.com Email:
sales@brainboxes.com
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- Page 1 Print Date: 03/03/15 Product Manual BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 RS-232 Bluetooth Adapters Version: 6.1 Brainboxes Limited, 18 Hurricane Drive, Liverpool International Business Park, Liverpool, Speke, L24 8RL Tel: +44 (0)151 220 2500 Fax: +44 (0)151 252 0446 Web: www.brainboxes.com Email: sales@brainboxes.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
1.1. P ....................................4 REAMBLE 1.2. P ................................. 4 RODUCTS AND IRMWARE PHYSICAL PRODUCT FEATURES ..............................5 1.3. BL-819 / 830 ..................................5 1.4. C BL-819 BL-830 F ........................... 5 OMPARISON OF EATURES 1.5. BL- 819 / 830 P ..............................5... - Page 3 – EU D ..........................39 UROPE ECLARATION OF ONFORMITY 14.3. WEEE D ) .................... 39 IRECTIVE ASTE LECTRICAL AND LECTRONIC QUIPMENT 14.4. R HS C ................................40 OMPLIANCE Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 3 of 40 V6.1...
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Page 4: Introduction
A convenient reset button can be used to restore various functions of the device including a restore of factory settings. We trust that if you adhere to the following procedures you will enjoy many years of useful service from your Brainboxes Bluetooth Adapter. -
Page 5: Physical Product Features
The main anticipated use of BL-819 is to be connected to a DCE device that would normally plug into the back of a PC. If you wish to use BL-819 as a DCE device (e.g. to plug into the back of a PC or similar for configuration) you will need to use the provided gender changer. -
Page 6: Product Configuration
Adapter was reconfigured. Updating the default settings to the required ones means that should a long reset be performed the device will power up with the settings required by the application. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 6 of 40... -
Page 7: Device Info
1.7.2. Support/Links The Support/Links section can be used to get more help from Brainboxes should you be experiencing any difficulties. The Brainboxes Bluetooth Support website and support email address are available in this section. -
Page 8: Current Settings
Unfortunately this setting cannot be changed. Your RS-232 Adapter only supports the 8 data bit format. Thus there is not a configuration menu option for this setting. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 8 of 40... -
Page 9: Pin Code
If your RS-232 Bluetooth Adapter is to be configured into Client mode, this is the PIN that will be used by your Adapter to initiate pairing with the remote device before any connection is made. If your remote device is another Brainboxes RS-232 Adapter in Server mode, you will need to ensure that “both”... - Page 10 DUN, LAN and FAX fully, these are all based on SPP, which the Brainboxes devices do support. The additional software can come from the Operating System such as XP. For example, a Bluetooth phone can be used by an RS-232 Bluetooth Adapter to dial out to the internet on a PC if the Connect Using feature is set to DUN, partner address is the phone’s Bluetooth address and the Adapter is in Client mode.
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Page 11: Advanced Settings
This field does not have a drop down list of options. You must select the field and edit the name to your requirements. Memory constraints on the Adapter mean that you must ensure that your desired name is less than 30 characters. The Factory setting for the local device name is “Brainboxes RS-232 Adapter”. 1.9.3. Discoverability Discoverability is a feature that allows any other Bluetooth device to find (or not find) your Bluetooth device. -
Page 12: Security Mode
Who can Connect? Possible Use: High Any Device with Any device Secure connection between the BL-819 / 830 and a pre-set (Mode 3) correct PIN. device (Link level enforced security – can see device but not services unless paired) Medium... -
Page 13: Switch Role
2 devices will appear corrupt or broken. Whilst the product ships without handshaking to make initial configuration easier, Brainboxes do not recommend that you leave RTS/CTS handshaking disabled unless you are connecting the Adapter to a device that specifically does not use any itself. -
Page 14: Interactive Menu
WARNING: Use with care: Selecting the “off” option of this feature will render further configuration impossible if set as a default setting. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 14 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 15: Default Settings
1.11. Upgrade Device The “Upgrade” section allows the user to upgrade the adapter firmware using a simple upgrade wizard. Updated firmware will be available from the Brainboxes support website so please check the site regularly: http://www.brainboxes.com Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 ©... -
Page 16: Alternative Product Configuration
COM port with. To do this, select the ‘Serial’ option on the left side of the window (at the bottom of the list). Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 16 of 40... -
Page 17: Configuration Menu
COM port which you want to open and the speed (baud rate), data bits (always 8), stop bits, parity and flow control. Once you have entered the settings for the BL-819/830, press Open. This is how the PuTTY terminal will appear when the COM port is first opened. -
Page 18: Main Menu
Press “Esc” to skip this setting – the current setting will remain unchanged Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 18 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 19: Handshaking
1.13.4. Handshaking Handshaking is discussed in more detail in the section below, as it is not an option directly available from the menu. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 19 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 20: Bluetooth Parameters
The factory set Bluetooth Parameters are: Partner device: None Role (Client/Server): Server PIN: 1234 Local device name: Brainboxes RS-232 Adapter It is from this menu that all available Bluetooth settings can be changed. The available options are detailed below. The Currently configured partner device is shown (if any). -
Page 21: Display, Restore And Update Current And Factory Settings
1.13.6. Display, Restore and Update Current and Factory Settings Selecting option 3 from the “Main Menu” menu displays the Current Settings menu and allows the user to display, change or restore the default settings. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 21 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 22: Disabling Interactive Menu
Disabling the menu, stops the Adapter being unwontedly re-configured in this manner. Selecting option 5 from the main menu displays the following Disable Interactive menu. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 22 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 23: Upgrading Firmware
To activate this feature, you must type the word “PROCEED” exactly. This command is case sensitive. Typing “PROCEED” correctly will cause the product to enter its firmware upgrade mode with immediate effect. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 23 of 40 V6.1... - Page 24 COM port. In PuTTY, this is done by closing the application down. Now run the “upgrade” application documented in section 7 (page 27) below for upgrading. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 24 of 40 V6.1...
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Page 25: Command Interface
Display Menu This information can be found using the help or ‘?’ command in PuTTY when your Adapter is attached to an available COM port. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 25 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 26: Remote Configuration
Remote Configuration One of the great features of Brainboxes RS-232 Bluetooth Adapters is the ability to be remotely configured. For example, a Bluetooth connection can be created from a second device and that second device can change the baud rate, local name or any of the settings of the adapter over the Bluetooth link. -
Page 27: Upgrading Your Device
Otherwise browse the CD, navigate to the: 83CDBLUETOOTH3\Bluetooth Solutions 3.3\Software\BL-819\Configuration Utility directory, and run the “Setup.exe” application. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the application. This will create an entry in your start menu as well as a desktop shortcut. - Page 28 These upgrade files all have the extension .dfu and the latest version is available from the Brainboxes website. NB The BL-819 and the BL-830 have their own distinctive version of firmware. Make sure that you are choosing the correct firmware for your device Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 ©...
- Page 29 If everything went well the final screen should show indicating any further action that may be required. Typically a power cycle of the device will be necessary before the upgrade completes. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 29 of 40 V6.1...
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Page 30: Physically Connecting To Your Rs-232 Device
1.16. Physically connecting your device to adapter via the RS-232 connector The adapter is supplied with a 9-pin D type connector, Male (DTE) for the BL-819 and Female (DCE) for the BL-830. The DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) configuration of the BL-819 has been chosen to allow for easy connection to DCE (Data Communication Equipment) RS-232 devices that would normally connect directly to the RS-232 port on a computer. -
Page 31: Connecting Adapters Over Bluetooth
Next Click the drop down arrow at the right of the “Client/Server” field in the “Local Device Settings” section and select the “Client” Option Click “Apply” Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 31 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 32: Configuration By Menu
This should be in the same format as indicated on the products label (NAP-UAP-LAP, for those of you who know) Press “Esc” to skip this section Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 32 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 33: Configuration By Commands
If this is the case, only the Windows Configuration UI or command mode can be used to change the behaviour of your Adapter in this respect. This option is documented above in the Adapter configuration section. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 33 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 34: Server: Connecting To Adapter From A Remote Bluetooth Device
RS-232 device. 1.19.2. Bluetooth Enable your PC Any PC based Bluetooth device could be used, but for this example we have used a Brainboxes USB adapter and Bluetooth software for Windows 8.1. 1.19.3. Discover the device Open Control Panel and go to the Devices and Printers section. -
Page 35: Connect To The Serial Port Profile
In our initial testing at our labs, we use the PuTTY application included in Windows to open the new COM port. See documentation above for details of using the PuTTY application Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 35 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 36: Custom Factory Configuration
Please speak to your account manager/distributor for more details about this service. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 36 of 40... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
BL device they are using are used to http://www.brainboxes.com/product/item connect to their hardware s/bl-819 and in section 8 of this manual. The pins are the same for the BL- 819/830/875. Manual for BL-819, BL-830, BL-875 © Copyright Brainboxes Ltd Page 37 of 40 V6.1... -
Page 38: Technical Specifications
RS 232 connector does go through the regulator and has the same input requirements as the DC jack, +5.0 to 13.6 VDC. 13.3. Chipset The chipset used in the BL-819/830 is the Bluecore BC02 BC212015B. BlueCore2-External is a single chip radio and baseband IC for Bluetooth 2.4GHz systems. It is implemented in 0.18μm CMOS technology. -
Page 39: Regulatory Approvals / Compliance
Brainboxes’ Responsibilities Brainboxes has a legal responsibility, as producer, to provide a free of charge collection service to our customers for our obligated WEEE. Brainboxes is defined as a producer under the WEEE regulations because we sell own brand Electrical & Electronic Equipment (EEE) in the UK. -
Page 40: Copyright Brainboxes Ltd
All Brainboxes Serial and Bluetooth products are fully RoHS compliant. Brainboxes identified at an early stage the importance of rapid compliance to RoHS guidelines and established a project team to actively manage the transition. The initial step in the process was to use our close relationships with suppliers to ensure early access to RoHS compliant components for all of our Bluetooth and Serial Products.
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