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- Page 1 Bluetooth Wireless USB Adapter ™ User Manual (GBU301/GBU302)
- Page 3 Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Macintosh, G3/G4 and iMac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Specification Package Contents Technical Support Overview Radio & TV Interference Statement Features Limited Warranty Requirements Introduction Installation Uninstallation Reinstallation Operation - Connect to Network Access - Connect to a Printer, - Connect to a PDA - Connect to a Cellular Phone - Connect to a Mac - Pairing... -
Page 5: Package Contents
Package Contents This package contains: 1 IOGEAR Bluetooth™ to USB Adapter (GBU301), or 2 IOGEAR Bluetooth™ to USB adapters (GBU302) 1 USB extension cable (GBU301), or 2 USB extension cables (GBU302) 1 Installation CD 1 Quick Start Guide 1 User Manual 1 Warranty Registration Card The Bluetooth™... -
Page 6: Overview
Overview Bluetooth™ is a low-power wireless networking standard which uses short radio links to allow electronic devices to communicate with each other without using cables. The following services are supported by Bluetooth™ technology: • Synchronize your Bluetooth™ PDA with your computer. •... - Page 7 Overview Overview Continued Bluetooth™ technology supports: • Windows 2000 • Windows XP • Mac OS X • Windows 98 SE/Me (Only as a client)
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Page 8: Features
Features - Eliminates cables between your computers - Communicates and controls Bluetooth™ enabled devices - Enables wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) connectivity - Bluetooth™ specification 1.1 compliant - USB specification 1.1 compliant - Up to 100 meter (330 feet) wireless working distance - Backward compatible with Bluetooth™... -
Page 9: Requirements
Note: Windows 98SE & ME cannot be used as a server, and many Bluetooth™ devices are not compatible with 98SE & ME - IOGEAR has a full line of KVM, FireWire, USB, USB 2.0, and Bluetooth™ products. Please visit our website at www.iogear.com for further information. -
Page 10: Introduction
Introduction IOGEAR’s Wireless Bluetooth™ to USB Adapter is a Class 1 Wireless Bluetooth to USB adapter with a wireless working distance of 330 feet (100 meters). This device allows any computer with USB connections to become a Bluetooth™ enabled computer. It complies with Bluetooth 1.1 and USB 1.1 specifications, and provides users with a 723 Kbps data transfer rate at ranges up to 330 feet. -
Page 11: Installation
Installation 1. Make sure that the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ Adapter is NOT plugged into the USB port of the computer. With the computer turned on and Windows 2000, or XP running (The support for 98SE and ME is limited), insert the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. - Page 12 Installation 2. The License Agreement will appear. Please read and agree with the agreement by checking “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and click on Next.
- Page 13 Installation 3. Define the Device Name and specify the Device Type (Desktop/Laptop) and click Next.
- Page 14 Installation 4. Click Next to install the default directory, or click Change to install to a different directory.
- Page 15 Installation 5. Click Install to begin the Installation.
- Page 16 Installation 6. The Installation process may take a few minutes.
- Page 17 Installation 7. The Driver Signature Notice will appear, prompting that the drivers have not been certified by Microsoft for the Windows XP in your machine. Click OK. (Note: This driver is compatible to Windows XP, and we do intend to have it certified by Microsoft.)
- Page 18 Installation 8. Once the Installation has completed, click Finish.
- Page 19 Installation 9. Restart the computer for the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ Adapter to work properly.
- Page 20 Installation 10. Once the computer has restarted, plug the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ Adapter into an available USB port*. The operating system will recognize the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ Adapter and will prompt that it has found new hardware. Click Install the software automatically and click Next. Please Note: The installation process of the Bluetooth™...
- Page 21 Installation 11. The installation of the software will install all Bluetooth™ client drivers.
- Page 22 Installation 12. The Installation Wizard will also prompt that the client drivers have not been Windows - certified. Click “Continue Anyway” to complete the installation.
- Page 23 Installation 13. Once all Bluetooth™ client drivers have been installed, click on Finish and your computer will be ready and Bluetooth™ - enabled. 14. For the users of the Bluetooth™ Network Kit (GBU 302), repeat steps 1-13 to install the 2nd adapter to the 2nd computer.
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Page 24: Uninstallation
Uninstallation 1. With your IOGEAR Bluetooth™ USB Adapter inserted in the computer, click Start > Settings > Control Panel 2. Click on Add/Remove Programs 3. Click on IOGEAR Bluetooth™ Adapter and select Remove 4. When uninstall is complete, remove the Bluetooth device and restart your computer... -
Page 25: Reinstallation
Reinstallation Under normal circumstances, you will not need to reinstall drivers for your internal Bluetooth™ USB device; however, the need may arise if your hard drive is rebuilt or if your USB device is dropped from your devices list. To reinstall the drivers, follow steps 1-13 in the installation section. -
Page 26: Operation
Using the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ Configuration Icon, located in the lower-right corner of the Windows taskbar, it is easy to configure and setup your IOGEAR Bluetooth™ to USB Adapter. All other Bluetooth™ - enabled devices within range will be recognized instantly such as printers, computers, cellular phones, and PDAs (Personal Digital Assistant). -
Page 27: Connect To Network Access
Operation How to Connect to Network Access (Bluetooth™ - Enabled Computer) 1. Double-click on the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ 2. Click on “View devices in range” on the left bar. Configuration Icon. - Page 28 Operation 3. The name of the computer will appear in the list 6. After your Bluetooth™ - enabled device has been and is ready to be used. authenticated, your device will be able to share its Internet connection (if the device has Internet access) and files.
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Page 29: Connect To A Printer
Operation How to Connect to a Printer 1. Double-click on the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ 2. Click on “View devices in range” on the left bar. Configuration Icon in the system. - Page 30 Operation 3. The name of the printer will appear in the list and 4. Right-clicking on the printer icon will list all available is ready to be used. printer services.
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Page 31: Connect To A Pda
Operation How to Connect to a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant): 1. Double-click on the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ 2. Click on “View devices in range” on the left bar. Configuration Icon. - Page 32 Operation 3. The name of the PDA will appear in the list 5. At any time, when service requests are made from and is ready to be used. or to another Bluetooth™ device (e.g. File Transfer, Network Access, Serial Port Connection, etc.), a pass key is required to connect the devices.
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Page 33: Connect To A Cellular Phone
Operation How to Connect to a Cellular Phone: 1. Double-click on the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ 2. Click on “View devices in range” on the left bar. Configuration Icon. - Page 34 Operation 3. The name of the cellular phone will appear in the IMPORTANT: list and is ready to be used. In order to use all the services of the cellular phone, please refer to the cellular phone manufacturer’s manual. 5. At any time, when services requests are made from or to another Bluetooth™...
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Page 35: Connect To A Mac
Operation How to add Bluetooth™ to your Mac IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO MAC OX S USERS: Bluetooth™ support for Mac OS X is still in develop- ment but will be supported natively with the full release of Mac OS X Version 10.2. As of now, the beta drivers for Bluetooth™... -
Page 36: Pairing
Operation What is “Pairing ?” Pairing is a Bluetooth™ function that enables Bluetooth™ devices to remain permanently linked to each other. What does “Pairing” mean in terms of security? As mentioned, Pairing allows devices to permanently link with each other. The pass key authentication will also be perpetuated in Pairing, meaning that devices will not ask for a pass key once they are paired. - Page 37 Operation Pairing Devices 1. Right-click on the Bluetooth™ device and click on “Pair device”. 2. Enter a Pass Key when asked. 3. The device is now paired. Unpairing Devices 1. Right-click on the paired Bluetooth™ device in the list and click on “Unpair Device”. 2.
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Page 38: Specification
Specification Function GBU301/ GBU302 Connectors USB Type A (2 units for GBU302) Data Rate Up to 723 Kbps Dimensions (Depth, Length, width) 0.35" x 2.75" x 1.125" (2 units for GBU302) 2.402 GHz - 2.4835 GHz Unlicensed ISM band Frenquency Band... -
Page 39: Technical Support
Technical Support For support for your other Bluetooth devices, contact your device manufacturer. For support for your external Bluetooth to USB adapter, check the IOGEAR Web site at: www.IOGEAR.com For more information regarding Bluetooth technology, check the README.TXT file in the CD-ROM... -
Page 40: Radio & Tv Interference Statement
Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 41: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. - Page 44 Contact info. 23 Hubble • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P) 949.453.8782 • (F) 949.453.8785 • www.iogear.com...