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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?

Bluetooth USB Adapter

What’s in this Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Bluetooth USB Adapter.

Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Adapter’s applications and this User Guide.

Chapter 2: Installing the Bluetooth Software and Connecting the Adapter
This chapter describes the Adapter’s basic setup and connection.

Chapter 3: Using the Bluetooth USB Adapter
This chapter instructs you on the Adapter’s various tools and functions.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding 
installation and use of the Adapter.

Appendix B: Bluetooth Applications and Services
This appendix provides information on all the applications and services you may use with the Adapter

Appendix C: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Adapter.

Appendix D: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Adapter.

Appendix E: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Adapter.

Appendix F: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.

Summary of Contents for USBBT100

Page 1: ...A Division of Cisco Systems Inc Model No USB Adapter Bluetooth USBBT100 User Guide WIRELESS ...

Page 2: ... that are presented like this Also each figure diagram screenshot or other image is provided with a figure number and description like this Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the List of Figures section in the Table of Contents This exclamation point means there is a Caution or warning and is something that could damage your property or the Adapter word definition This checkmark ...

Page 3: ... Your Desktop 7 The Bluetooth System Tray Icon 8 Explore My Bluetooth Places 8 The Bluetooth Setup Wizard 9 Advanced Cofiguration 13 Quick Connection 18 Appendix A Troubleshooting 19 Common Problems and Solutions 19 Frequently Asked Questions 20 Appendix B Bluetooth Applications and Services 21 Bluetooth Client Applications 21 Services 22 Appendix C Specifications 23 Appendix D Warranty Informatio...

Page 4: ...rvice Selection Screen 10 Figure 3 6 The Bluetooth Device Selection Screen 10 Figure 3 7 The Setup Wizard Completion Screen 10 Figure 3 8 The Bluetooth Device Selection Screen 11 Figure 3 9 The Bluetooth Security Setup Screen 11 Figure 3 10 The Bluetooth Service Selection Screen 11 Figure 3 11 The Bluetooth Service Selection Screen 12 Figure 3 12 Change the Computer Name and Type 12 Figure 3 13 Bl...

Page 5: ...pter connected to your PC you can upload phone directories onto your phone dial out on your dial up Internet connection on your cell phone or grab photos if your phone has an integrated camera Imagine synchronizing your PDA without cables using a Bluetooth mouse without line of sight Infrared lights or printing to a Bluetooth printer PCs equipped with the Adapter can communicate without cumbersome...

Page 6: ...oubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions as well as frequently asked questions regarding installation and use of the Adapter Appendix B Bluetooth Applications and Services This appendix provides information on all the applications and services you may use with the Adapter Appendix C Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Adapter Appendix...

Page 7: ...ROM It should start up automatically If it does not click Start and choose Run In the field that appears enter D setup exe if D is the letter of your CD ROM drive Once the CD starts the Wizard s Welcome screen should appear Click the Install button to install the Bluetooth Software Clicking the User Guide button brought up this User Guide Clicking the Exit button will exit the Setup Wizard 2 After...

Page 8: ... asked for a Destination folder This is where the Bluetooth Software will be installed A default directory will be displayed but if you wish to change that you can click the Change button and select a different folder Then click the Next button If you wish to move back through the Wizard click the Back button If you wish to close the Wizard click Cancel 5 Now the Bluetooth Software will be ready t...

Page 9: ... the description on the next page for details After connecting it click the OK button If you do now wish to connect it at this time click the Cancel button The Adapter may be connected after the Bluetooth Software is installed 8 The Wizard along with all you need to install the Adapter has been successfully installed Click the Finish button to close the final window 9 If requested by Windows resta...

Page 10: ...ter and a Bluetooth icon will appear in your system tray To connect the Adapter to your PC simply plug it into any unused USB port Figure 2 9 The Bluetooth Icon Figure 2 10 Connecting the Adapter NOTE Before you can start using the Adapter you must run the Bluetooth Setup Wizard by right clicking the Bluetooth icon and selecting the Wizard as described in Chapter 3 Using the Bluetooth USB Adapter ...

Page 11: ...r In this folder you will see all of the Bluetooth devices with which the Adapter may communicate But how do those devices get in that folder How do you configure the Adapter to work with these devices These and the most important interactions with the Adapter will be handled through the most important change to your desktop The Bluetooth System Tray Icon The Bluetooth System Tray icon allows you ...

Page 12: ...re are new devices with which you want the Adapter to communicate Advanced Configuration While the advanced configuration is not required it will allow you to optimize and personalize many of the Adapter s options Quick Connect Select the devices and services to which the Adapter will automatically connect Stop the Bluetooth Device This is a convenient way of turning off the Adapter without having...

Page 13: ...wish to find a service for a specific device This option is recommended for users who are not familiar with Bluetooth devices I want to configure the Bluetooth services that this computer will provide to remote devices As the Adapter communicates with other Bluetooth devices so are they communicating with the Adapter Select this option to configure the services the Adapter provides for other devic...

Page 14: ...configuration is not required To start the connection upon completing the Wizard select the Start the Connection option A shortcut to this device will be placed in the My Bluetooth Places folder To create more shortcuts in addition to the one created by default and restart the Wizard select the Create a shortcut and then restart this wizard so that I can create additional shortcuts option Click th...

Page 15: ...the PIN code if required and click the Next button If the PIN code is required you will be asked for your PIN code as well as the PIN code for the other Bluetooth device before the connection can be completed Last the Bluetooth Service Selection screen will appear Select the service you wish to use for the device you selected If you wish to further configure the service you ve selected click the C...

Page 16: ...ck a step the Cancel button if you wish to leave the Wizard without saving your changes or the Finish button to complete the Wizard I want to change the name and or device type that this computer displays to other Bluetooth devices If you wish to personalize the Computer name as shown on other Bluetooth devices or change the type of computer select this option Type in a new Computer name and selec...

Page 17: ... Adapter will discover Local Services From this tab you can determine which services the Adapter will provide to other Bluetooth devices Client Applications From this tab you can configure which services the Adapter will access from other Bluetooth devices Hardware This tab displays general hardware information about the Adapter These tabs are explained on the following pages starting with the Gen...

Page 18: ... Allow pull down menu Then in the box below that you can add Bluetooth devices by clicking the Add Device button or delete Bluetooth devices by clicking the Delete button that you will allow access When a PIN code is required you can assign an audio signal with the Select audio file button This will open the Notifications screen from which you can select how and when you ll be notified and browse ...

Page 19: ...l Bluetooth devices from the pull down menu If you want to limit those Bluetooth devices that the Adapter reports select Report only selected Bluetooth devices from the pull down menu Then in the box below that you can add Bluetooth devices by clicking the Add Device button or delete Bluetooth devices by clicking the Delete button that will be reported Then click the Cancel button if you wish to l...

Page 20: ...ing the service and clicking the Properties button The screen that appears will show you all the options you can configure for that service This screen is different for each service The one shown below is for PIM Synchronization Then click the Cancel button if you wish to leave the Wizard without saving your changes the Apply button to save the settings leaving the Bluetooth Configuration screen o...

Page 21: ...g the service and clicking the Properties button The screen that appears will show you all the options you can configure for that service This screen is different for each service The one shown below is for PIM Synchronization Then click the Cancel button if you wish to leave the Wizard without saving your changes the Apply button to save the settings leaving the Bluetooth Configuration screen ope...

Page 22: ...Connection Quick Connection allows you to rapidly re establish a previous connection in specific service It is also handy at finding Bluetooth Device to establish a new connection and remember it for future Quick Connect use in specific service For information on Applications and Services see Appendix B Bluetooth Applications and Services Figure 3 21 Bluetooth Configuration Hardware Figure 3 22 Qu...

Page 23: ...oning and can be detected by the Adapter If it cannot try detecting it again from the Bluetooth Setup Wizard Make sure you are using the correct PIN code for devices that require it 3 My Bluetooth device cannot be detected by the Adapter Make sure the device is on and functioning properly Properly functioning and operating Bluetooth devices should be detected by the Adapter on the Bluetooth Setup ...

Page 24: ...t establish a communication session Directions for pairing devices appears in Chapter 3 Using the Bluetooth USB Adapter What type of security does Bluetooth employ Bluetooth has built in 128 bit encryption which runs automatically What is a Bluetooth PIN code This is a unique password set by the user When devices are paired or when Bluetooth enabled devices are accessed this code is requested for ...

Page 25: ...This allows your PC to use a Bluetooth printer Once installed the printer is used just as any other printer would be Audio Gateway Application This allows a remote Bluetooth device to use your PC s microphone or speakers as the remote device s audio input and output devices Headset This allows your PC to use a Bluetooth headset or any other device that offers the Bluetooth headset service as the P...

Page 26: ... with another Bluetooth device Audio Gateway This allows another Bluetooth device to become your PC s audio input output device Headset This allows another Bluetooth device to use your PC s microphone and speakers for its audio input output PIM Synchronization This allows other Bluetooth devices to synchronize a Personal Information Manager database with your PC s PIM database Fax This allows anot...

Page 27: ...enna 1 2 dBi Receive Sensitivity 80dbm 0 1 BER Power Consumption Typical 110mA Transmit 200mA Receive 80mA Idle 26mA Security Features Encrypted Link and Authentication Transmission Speed 721kbps Max Wireless Technology Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Warranty 1 Year Dimensions 2 95 x 1 18 x 0 33 L x W x H 75 mm x 30 mm x 8 5 mm Unit Weight 0 99 oz 0 028 kg Certifications FCC ...

Page 28: ...endix C Specifications Bluetooth USB Adapter Operating Temp 0ºC to 70ºC 32ºF to 104ºF Storage Temp 20ºC to 90ºC 4ºF to 158ºF Operating Humidity 10 to 90 Non Condensing Storage Humidity 10 to 90 Non Condensing ...

Page 29: ...ND WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NON INFRINGEMENT ARE DISCLAIMED Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to You This warranty gives You specific legal rights and You may also have other rights which vary by jurisdiction This warranty does not apply if the Product a has been altered except by Linksys b ha...

Page 30: ...ent or devices Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver s Consult a dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for assistance FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body INDUSTRY C...

Page 31: ...02 11 est conforme aux conditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à la directive 1999 5 EC la directive 89 336 EEC et à la directive 73 23 EEC Belgique B L utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 11 2462 MHz 12 2467 MHz et 13 2472 MHz Dans le cas d une utilisation privée à l extérieur d un bâtiment au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est nécessaire pour une di...

Page 32: ...llow Italia I E necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l uso interno Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire L uso per installazione in esterni non e permessa Italy I License required for indoor use Use with outdoor installations not allowed the Netherlands NL License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Nederlands NL Licentie verpli...

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