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- Page 1 Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth ™ ™ ™ ™ ™ User Manual (GBU221 / GBU321) Wi r i r i r i r i reless USB Adapter eless USB Adapter eless USB Adapter eless USB Adapter eless USB Adapter ® ®...
- Page 2 All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Package Contents ... 02 Overview ...03 Features ...05 Requirements ...06 Introduction ...07 Installation - WINDOWS...08 Uninstallation Drivers ...16 Installation - MAC OS X...17 Operation - Connect to a Cellular Phone ...21 - Connect to Network Access ...23 - Connect to a Printer ...26 - Connect to a PDA ...29 - Pairing ...31... -
Page 4: Package Contents
1 User manual 1 Warranty registration card The Bluetooth™ Installation CD contains the following: • Bluetooth drivers for Windows 2000/XP • User Manual for IOGEAR Bluetooth Adapter If any items are damaged or missing please contact your dealer. Package Contents... -
Page 5: Overview
Overview Bluetooth™ is a low-power wireless networking standard which uses short radio waves to allow electronic devices to communicate with each other without using cables. The following applications are supported by Bluetooth™ technology: • Synchronize your Bluetooth™ PDA with your computer. •... - Page 6 Overview Overview Continued Bluetooth™ technology is supported under the following operating systems. • Windows 2000 • Windows XP • Mac OS X 10.3.9 or greater...
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Page 7: Features
- Bluetooth™ specification 2.0 compliant - USB specification 1.1 compliant - Up to 20 meter (66 feet) wireless working distance for GBU221, up to 100 meter (330 feet) for GBU321 - Up to 2.1 Mbps data rate - Small form factor makes it easy to carry and place - Crisp, easy, and fast installation and setup - Built-in security to assure the privacy of your communication –... -
Page 8: Requirements
Requirements System Requirement: Hardware Requirement: · Available USB port Operating System: For PCs: Windows 2000/XP For Macs: OS X v10.3.9 or later... -
Page 9: Introduction
Introduction IOGEAR ® ’s Wireless Bluetooth™ to USB Adapter is a Class 1 (for GBU321) device 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 2.0 and USB 1.1 specifications, and provides users with a 2.1 Mbps data transfer rate at ranges up to 330 feet. -
Page 10: Installation-Windows
CD and instead use the Microsoft Bluetooth drivers. Please see Page 34 on the manual for more details. 1. Make sure that the IOGEAR Bluetooth adapter is NOT plugged into the computer before installing the software. Insert the IOGEAR installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. - Page 11 Installation-Windows 2. If you accept the license agreement, click Next.
- Page 12 Installation-Windows 3. When you approach the end of the installation process, the Driver Signature Notice may appear. Simply click OK to proceed with the installation.
- Page 13 Installation-Windows 4. During the install, a “Bluetooth Device not Found” window will appear. DO NOT plug in the Bluetooth adapter at this time, simply click Cancel to proceed with the driver installation without connecting the Bluetooth device. 5. Once the driver installation has completed, click Finish and RESTART your computer 6.
- Page 14 Now double click the Bluetooth™ icon in the system tray. This will start the “Initial Bluetooth Configuration Wizard.” Once the Initial Bluetooth™ Configuration Wizard has started, click Next. Initial Bluetooth™ Configuration Wizard...
- Page 15 Initial Bluetooth™ Configuration Wizard Next, enter a unique name for this computer. This name will be displayed to other Bluetooth™ devices. Select a computer type from the drop- down menu and click Next. Click Next to configure the services this computer will offer to other Bluetooth™...
- Page 16 Choose the services that this computer will offer to other Bluetooth™ devices by placing a check in the box. To display the properties, click on the configure button. Click Next to proceed. Initial Bluetooth™ Configuration Wizard At this point, Windows will install the software necessary for the services you selected.
- Page 17 Initial Bluetooth™ Configuration Wizard Once Windows is finished installing the software, the following window will appear. This window will allow you to configure your computer to use the service of another Bluetooth Device. If you do not have any additional devices you wish to connect to at this time, click Skip, click Finish on the final screen.
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Page 18: Uninstallation Drivers
Uninstall Drivers Windows 1. First, unplug the IOGEAR USB Bluetooth adapter from your computer 2. Go to Control Panel (Start > Settings > Control Panel) 3. Click on Add or Remove Programs 4. Click on IOGEAR Bluetooth Software and click on [Remove]... -
Page 19: Installation - Mac Os X
Installation-Mac OS X Installation – MAC OS X 1. Use of the IOGEAR Bluetooth adapter requires MAC OS X v10.3.9 or later. There is no need to install any additional drivers, as Apple provides all required Bluetooth drivers under MAC OS X v10.3.9. - Page 20 Installation-Mac OS X 2. Double-click on the Bluetooth icon and under the Settings tab, make sure Bluetooth Power is ON and that the box next to Discoverable is checked.
- Page 21 Installation-Mac OS X 3. To begin setting up your Bluetooth device, select the Devices tab and click on Set Up New Device. 4. This will initiate the Bluetooth Setup Assistant; click Continue to proceed.
- Page 22 5. On this window, you can select what type of Bluetooth device you want to setup. Please make your choice below and then click Continue. 6. Your computer will search Bluetooth devices in your area and display them under the window below.
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Page 23: Operation
Operation How to connect to a Cellular Phone (Bluetooth Enabled) ® 1. Double-click on the IOGEAR Bluetooth ™ icon in the system tray. Next, click on Search for devices in range. As illustrated below, the Bluetooth-enabled cell phone is detected. - Page 24 Right-click on the cell phone, and select Pair Device. When prompted for passkey, simply type any four digits and click OK. On the phone, you will also be prompted to enter a passkey. Make sure you enter the same passkey as on the computer.
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Page 25: Connect To Network Access
Operation How to Connect to Network Access (Bluetooth - Enabled Computer) Double-click on the IOGEAR Bluetooth Icon in the system tray. Next, click on Search for devices in range. As illustrated below, the Bluetooth-enabled computer is found. - Page 26 Double click on the device to display a list of its services. To establish a network connection, right click on Network Access and select Connect to Network Access Point. When the connection is being established, you will be prompted to accept/deny the connection on your other computer.
- Page 27 Operation Once you establish the connection, the Network Access icon will turn green and say “Connected.” Your device will be able to share its Internet connection (if the device has Internet access) and files. If a pass key has been set by either device, the pass key is required to connect both Bluetooth™...
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Page 28: Connect To A Printer
Operation How to connect to a Bluetooth™ Enabled Printer ® 1. Double-click on the IOGEAR Bluetooth™ icon in the system tray. Next double click on “Find Bluetooth™ Devices”. - Page 29 Operation Double click on the printer you wish to connect to. Click OK to install the printer. If your printer is already installed, the printer properties window will appear.
- Page 30 Operation If your printer is already installed, the printer properties window will appear. Click on Print Test Page to print a test page.
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Page 31: Connect To A Pda
Operation How to connect to a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) Double-click on the IOGEAR the system tray. Next double click on “Find Bluetooth™ Devices”. ® Bluetooth™ icon in... - Page 32 Once the search is finished, double click on the PDA to view the services it offers. At any time, when service requests are made from or to another Bluetooth™ device (e.g. File Transfer, Network Access, Serial Port Connection, etc.), a pass key is required to connect the devices.This authentication is not required once devices are paired (see Chapter: What’s Pairing? ).
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Page 33: Pairing
Operation What is “Pairing ?” Pairing is a Bluetooth™ function that enables Bluetooth™ devices to remain permanently linked to another. What “Pairing” means 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 34: Pairing Devices
Operation Pairing Devices 1. Right-click on the Bluetooth™ device and select on “Pair device”. 2. Enter a Pass Key when asked. Note: The Pass Key on both devices must be the same! Example: If Device 1 tries to pair with Device 2, Device 1 will prompt for a Pass Key. Enter any Pass Key. Device 2 will then ask for a Pass Key. -
Page 35: Instalation-Windows Xp Service Pack 2
Microsoft. Keep in mind, however, that this Bluetooth stack has limited Bluetooth profiles support. For more information, please visit the Microsoft website at www.microsoft.com. 1. To use the Microsoft Bluetooth stack, simply plug in your IOGEAR Bluetooth adapter into an available USB port on your computer. Windows will automatically detect the Bluetooth device and install all necessary drivers. - Page 36 Microsoft Bluetooth Stack 3. Optionally, you can find this in Control Panel > Bluetooth Devices . 4. To connect with your Bluetooth device, simply right-click on the Bluetooth icon on the traybar and select Add a Bluetooth Device .
- Page 37 Microsoft Bluetooth Stack 5. Make sure to set your Bluetooth device in “discoverable” mode and check the box as shown on the picture. 6. Your computer will search for all the Bluetooth devices in your area and list them. Select the desired device, and click Next.
- Page 38 7. Please consult the user manual for your Bluetooth device to see if you need a Passkey to pair/establish a connection. 8. Your Bluetooth device will then connect to the IOGEAR Bluetooth adapter. To finish the process, simply click Finish.
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Page 39: Specifications
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Page 40: Technical Support
Most of the answers to your questions can be found here, so please try it out before contacting technical support. Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm PST and can be reached at (949) 453-8782 and (866) 946-4327 or by email support@iogear.com. -
Page 41: 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 42: 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 43 ® Contact info. 23 Hubble • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P) 949.453.8782 • (F) 949.453.8785 • www.iogear.com...