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IOGear GBS301 Quick Start Manual

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Bluetooth to Serial Adapter
GBS301
PART NO. Q1229

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  • Page 1: Quick Start

    Quick Start Guide Bluetooth to Serial Adapter GBS301 PART NO. Q1229...
  • Page 2 Introduction 1. DIP Switches 2. Status LED 3. Power Jack 4. RS-232 interface...

  • Page 3: Operation

    Operation Start Here! Factory Settings When using the Bluetooth serial adapter with your serial devices, you must make sure that all the settings below match on both devices; otherwise, you may encounter problems communicating. Below are the factory default settings of this unit: Encryption = disabled Authentication = enabled PIN key = 1234...
  • Page 4 DIP Switches Switches 1-3 DIP Switches 1, 2, and 3 are used to configure the baud rate. Table 1 Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Baud Rate 9600 19200 38400 57600 115200 230400 460800 921600 NOTE: Most computer serial ports only support baud rate up to 115200.
  • Page 5 Widcomm) will only be able to discover and connect to slave devices. Therefore, if you are connecting this unit to a serial device to be accessed by a Bluetooth-enabled PC/PDA at the other end, make sure to set the IOGEAR Bluetooth serial adapter to slave mode.

  • Page 6: Basic Configuration

    If you would like to change any of the default settings, consult the Advanced Configuration section in the User Manual. Serial Device (hand-held scanner) IOGEAR’s Bluetooth to Serial Adapter Bluetooth enabled laptop (GBS301) wireless signal 330 ft range...
  • Page 7 Step. 1 Set baud rate Using table 1, set the baud rate on the Bluetooth serial adapter by using the on-board DIP switches. Make sure that this baud rate matches with that used by your serial device. If you are unsure what baud rate your serial device uses, please consult the manufacturer of that product.
  • Page 8 Step. 5 Pair and Connect Use your Bluetooth software to search for Bluetooth devices in range. Once the Bluetooth serial adapter is detected, pair to it. If prompted for a PIN code, enter “1234” (without the quotes). Once paired, establish a connection using the Bluetooth serial port profile (SPP).
  • Page 9 Interconnecting two IOGEAR Bluetooth serial adapters When using two IOGEAR Bluetooth serial adapters, there are two methods you can use to pair and connect them: Auto-pairing 2. Back-to-Back Pairing Procedure NOTE: If you have previously paired to the Bluetooth serial...
  • Page 10 NOTE: Once you have paired both Bluetooth serial adapters, if you turn them off, please allow approximately sixty (60) seconds when turning them back on to re-establish a connection. Method 2 Back to Back Pairing Follow this procedure to pair two (2) IOGEAR Bluetooth Serial Adapters.
  • Page 11 Make sure both Serial adapters are TURNED OFF Set one adapter as Master (Switch 4 = On), and the other as Slave (Switch 4 = Off) Make sure to set matching Baud rates on both serial adapters; else they will not be able to communicate. Connect the serial adapters back-to-back, using the included Null Modem adapter Power ON both Serial adapters...
  • Page 12 5. Change dip switch 4 back to its original position 6. You can now pair the Bluetooth serial adapter with another device Method 2 If using two (2) IOGEAR Bluetooth serial adapters, follow the back-to-back pairing procedure indicated earlier; which will retain the latest pairing information...

  • Page 13: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Statement

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 15.21 You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 15.105(b) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 14 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 15: Limited Warranty

    For further inquiries please contact your direct vendor. Contact Toll Free 866-946-4327 (USA) Phone: 949-453-8782 19641 Da Vinci Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 www.iogear.com support@iogear.com...
  • Page 16 About Us About Us IOGEAR offers connectivity solutions that are innovative, fun, and stylish, helping people enjoy daily life using our high technology products. GREEN IOGEAR is an environmentally conscious company that emphasizes the importance of conserving natural resources. The use of our technology solutions helps reduce electronic waste.

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