Using Bluetooth; Getting Acquainted With Bluetooth - HP iPAQ hw6510 User Manual

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Using Bluetooth

Your HP iPAQ comes with built-in Bluetooth technology that allows short-
range connections and provides fast, reliable, wireless communication.
With Bluetooth powered on, you can send information or perform the
following tasks wirelessly between two Bluetooth devices, within a range
of 10 meters (approximately 33 feet):
Exchange contacts, calendar items, and tasks
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• Send or exchange business cards
• Transfer files
• Synchronize with a computer through an ActiveSync connection
• Partner with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone and use the cell phone
as a wireless modem
• Partner with a Bluetooth-enabled portable notebook and use your
HP iPAQ as a wireless modem
• Connect to other Bluetooth devices (Virtual COM port)
• Use a Bluetooth headset with your HP iPAQ
• Use Bluetooth headphones or Stereo speakers with your HP iPAQ
• Print to a Bluetooth printer
• Connect to a Bluetooth keyboard
• Create a personal area network (PAN) to chat, play games, etc.
NOTE: Use of dial-up and wireless Internet, e-mail, corporate networks,
and other wireless communications, such as Bluetooth-enabled devices,
may require separately purchased additional hardware and other
compatible equipment, in addition to a standard Wireless Local Area
Network (WLAN) or Wi-Fi infrastructure and a separately purchased
service contract. Check with your service provider for availability and
coverage in your area. Not all Web content may be available. Some
Web sites may not be formatted to fit Pocket PC screens and may require
installation of additional software.

Getting Acquainted with Bluetooth

Before you start using Bluetooth to establish wireless connections, take a
few minutes and familiarize yourself with:
• Terms used in this chapter
• Supported Services
• Bluetooth Settings
• Bluetooth Manager
NOTE: For more detailed help, refer to the Help files installed on your HP
iPAQ. From the Start menu, tap Help > Bluetooth.
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