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Confidential Information 

I. Overview 

Welcome to use this FIC-BT USB Dongle from First International Computer, Inc (FIC). 

This document describes the general features of FIC-BT USB Dongle. Please note that the 

information in this manual can be changed without notice.  

 

I.1 Introduction 

Bluetooth [1] is a global radio system specification defined by the Bluetooth SIG 

(Special Interest Group) for short-range wireless connectivity. It defines interfaces from radio 

connectivity to high-level software communications and inter-working. In addition, system 

compliance rules for compatibility are also defined. Operating in a globally available ISM 

band, the technology allows users to make fast and secure transmissions, of both voice and 

data, between a wide range of communication devices. 

 

I.2 Features 

FIC has been actively developing Bluetooth technology since 1999 and research 

activities have included technology from RF design, hardware and software, to various 

compliance tests conducted both internally and externally of FIC.  

The FIC-BT USB Dongle has been developed primarily to eliminate cables between the 

connection of the devices. Through the Dongle, you can access any devices which have 

installed Bluetooth at home or in the office anytime. 

There are features as below: 

     1.It uses the module which is integrated with the SiliconWave SiW1502 Radio Modem 

IC,the SiW1602 Link Controller IC,and the Hitachi H8S/2238BT microcontroller unit 

(MCU). 

     2.Qualified Bluetooth 1.1 product. 

     3.Operating range: At least 10 meter. 

     4.HCI firmware included. 

     5.Piconet supported. 

     6.One USB (compliant to 1.1) connector – type A. 

     7.Plus and play. 

     8.FCC type approval. 

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