USB Bluetooth Adaptor Version 2.
Contents Step 1 Software Installation 004-009,012 Step 2 Hardware Installation 010 Step 3 Initial Setup 013-019 Step 4 My Bluetooth Places 020-024 Advanced Configuration 025-026 Step 5 Pairing 027-029 Bluetooth Services 030-032 Frequently Asked Questions 033 Notes for Win 98SE/ME/2000 034 Contents 003
Briefing Note: Please do not insert USB Bluetooth Adaptor before installation of software. Screenshots have been taken in Windows XP, and will slightly differ to Windows ME or Windows 98SE. See Notes for Win 98SE/ME/2000 WinME and Win98SE may require the original Installation CD. Some computers have the original setup directory placed on their computer when the software was installed.
Installation STEP 1 Software Installation Restart Computer If your computer is on already, please restart before beginning installation. Insert USB Bluetooth Adaptor Software CD Please insert the USB Bluetooth Adaptor software/application CD-Rom into your CD-Rom Drive. The USB Bluetooth Adaptor is also referred to as a USB Bluetooth Dongle. Welcome The software will automatically begin. The window welcomes you to the InstallShield Wizard for Bluetooth Software. Figure 1.
Ready to Begin The software is ready to begin installation for the WIDCOMM Bluetooth Software. To continue, click Figure 1.2 WIDDCOMM Software InstallShield Wizard License Agreement Read the license agreement, If you accept, select the check button.
Installation Install Location If you wish to select another location where the software will be installed, Click and select or enter a new location. Note: The default location is recommended. To continue, click Install You are now ready to install. To continue, click Figure 1.
Copying... The installation process will now begin. Please wait while files are being copied to your computer. The progress bar (see Figure 1.6) will indicate the portion that has been completed. Figure 1.6 Installation Progress Driver Signature (Windows XP only) You will be prompted with a Driver Signature Notice. To continue, click Figure 1.7 Driver Signature Notice Note: If you are prompted with Software Installation prompt.
Installation Device Not Found 0At the Bluetooth device not found prompt (see Figure 1.9), directly plug the USB Bluetooth Adaptor into an available USB port. See Figure 2.1 for insertion example. (See section USB? for details on USB) Figure 1.9 Bluetooth device not found Please continue with STEP 2- Hardware Installation. Ps2 USB Figure 2.1 Desktop USB port example STEP 2 Hardware Installation If you have successfully inserted the USB Bluetooth Adaptor please continue.
Note: Part of the Install process you may see Found New Hardware. This indicates a successful part of the Installation. Finish Now you have completed the installation of the USB Bluetooth Adaptor software. To finish the installation click Restart Windows Figure 1.10 WIDDCOMM Software InstallShield Wizard If you have not been prompted, please restart windows. Windows XP users don’t have to restart windows.
USB? What are USB ports? All current computers now sold have generally at least two USB ports. Many devices today use USB ports, for example, mouse, keyboards, digital cameras, web cameras etc... Hence you need to check if your USB ports Fig 2.2 USB Port have all been used up by these devices. The diagram is a USB port (about 1.2cm wide) and the Logo Associated with the port. Fig 2.3 USB Logo Where are my USB ports? Desktop Computers.
Initial Setup STEP 3 Initial Setup Open My Bluetooth Places Double-click the My Bluetooth Places on your desktop. Figure 3.1 My Bluetooth Places Icon Run Initial Bluetooth Configuration The Initial Bluetooth Configuration Wizard will appear. The default options are recommended. You may uncheck them respectively if you do not wish the My Bluetooth Places icon to be placed. To continue, click IFigure n s3.
Initial Setup Give your computer a Device Name The General window will allow you to identify your Bluetooth enabled computer with a name. Enter a unique Computer name. There may be one given here, you may change it if you wish. Select the computer type. This will only affect the icon in which you will appear to another Bluetooth user. Figure 3.
Initial Setup Bluetooth Services The Initial Bluetooth Configuration Wizard window will now allow you to enable or disable Bluetooth Services. (Refer to the Bluetooth Services section for information on services) To continue, click Figure 3.4 Bluetooth Services Enable/Disable or View Bluetooth Services The Bluetooth Services Selection will allow you to disable or enable any services that you do not wish to offer.
Initial Setup Search and configure other Bluetooth Devices The Initial Bluetooth Configuration Wizard will allow you to choose whether to search and configure other Bluetooth devices. Note: If your other Bluetooth device is supplied with or requires additional software, setup the software first. Note: You can configure connecting Bluetooth devices at anytime. Figure 3.6 Configuration Wizard You have two options Option 1.) Search and configure a Bluetooth Device now.
Initial Setup Search for Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Device Selection window will attempt to search for any Bluetooth devices in the area. Note: If you wish not to continue searching now, you may click go back to Step 6 and Figure 3.7 Device Selection Select Bluetooth Device to configure If devices have been found, they will be shown as an icon corresponding to the type of device.
Initial Setup Enter PIN Code The Bluetooth Security Setup screen requires you to set a PIN code. The PIN code is required by other device. Incorrect PIN will result in a failed connection. This also prevents unauthorized access. Note: Your PIN can be alphanumerical (up to 16 characters). For example sam12 Figure 3.
Initial Setup Search and configure another device 0 You will return to the Initial Bluetooth Configuration Wizard, if you wish to search for more Bluetooth devices you may by repeating Step 6 to 10. Otherwise, to continue click Figure 3.10 Configuration Wizard Completed Setup You have now completed the initial setup. Your USB Bluetooth Adaptor is ready to be used. To finish, click I n s ta l l at i o n 0 0 5 Figure 3.
My Bluetooth STEP 4 My Bluetooth Places Overview Your USB Bluetooth Adaptor can be setup and controlled through your My Bluetooth Places. My Bluetooth Places allows you to search for other users, enable/disable services, explore yours or another users’ files. BluetoothSystem Tray The Bluetooth icon in the Windows System Tray indicates the USB Bluetooth Adaptors Status.
Bluetooth Tasks My Bluetooth Places - Bluetooth Tasks Figure 4.
Bluetooth Tasks The Bluetooth Setup Wizard has four Wizards. What is a Wizard? A Wizard is a stepby-step process, that assists you to complete a task. Click on the radio button next to the task that you wish to complete and click Figure 4.3 Bluetooth Setup Wizard These are the services that you are currently offering. You can disable or enable any service by right-clicking on that service and select from the context menu enable or disable. Double-click on the service icon to see Fig 4.
Bluetooth Tasks Bluetooth Conncection Status Window Connected/Disconnected Connected Device Name Connected Time (H:M:S) Data Sent/Received Connection Quality Disconnect/Connect Close the Window Figure 4.5 Bluetooth Connection Status View devices in range allows you to search and connect to any searchable device. The window will indicate that it is searching with the icon. Found devices will appear and represented by an associated icon.
Installation Connect to another Bluetooth device Connecting to another Bluetooth Device Once you see the device you would like to connect to (refer to Figure 4.6), double-click on the associated icon. Click on Discover Services to refresh the services available. Double click on any of the services to initiate a connection. You will see the Connecting... Window. (Refer to Fig 4.8) The other user will be prompted with your connection. If successful, you will see next to the service. Figure 4.
Advanced Config Advanced Configuration The Bluetooth Configuration is divided into six categories, represented by the tabs, to change categories, click on the corresponding tab. General tab - This category allows you to change your unique Computer Name and the Computer Type (Desktop or Laptop Computer). When will I need this? During initial setup you would have already Figure 4.9 General Tab given your computer a name; however, if you need to change it you may do so here.
Advanced Config Discovery Tab - allows you to enable auto seek for other Bluetooth devices. You can set the interval between each seek. Note: For mobile devices, it is not recommended unless necessary, due to extra consumption of power. Figure 4.11 Discovery Tab Local Services Tab - allows you to configure each service that you offer.
Pairing STEP 5 Pairing What is Paring? - Paring allows two devices to be setup and will recognize each other whenever these two devices meet again. Note: Some devices do not require pairing. If unsure, check the user manual of other Bluetooth Device, otherwise you will be prompted when pairing is necessary. When do I need to Pair? There are several different ways that you will be required to pair. Case 1.
Pairing Manual Pairing Ensure that you are not paired. To check whether you are paired or not, you will need to go to your desktop, and double-click My Bluetooth Places icon, (see My Bluetooth Places section for more details). Click on View Devices in Range. Search for the unit you wish to pair with. If Paired, select unpair If you are paired, you will see a (paired), or (connected) on the icon. If so, right click on the icon, and select unpair from the context menu.
Pairing Receiving a Pariring Receiving a Paring request. If another Bluetooth Device wishes to connected to your USB Bluetooth Adaptor, you will be prompted with a text bubble, Bluetooth PIN Code Required, in the bottom right hand corner of your screen (Windows System Tray) Figure 5.4 PIN Code Required Accepting a Pairing Click the prompt to accept If you want to allow another Bluetooth device to connect to your computer, click the prompt to accept. Enter PIN Figure 5.
Services My Bluetooth Services My Audio Gateway allows you to use your Bluetooth enabled computer as a headset for another Bluetooth Device. Example use: If you have speakers and microphone attached to your computer, you can use it to answer a Bluetooth enabled phone. My Dial-up Networking allows you to wirelessly use another Bluetooth device that is capable, to dial-up (internet access).
Services My Network Access allows you to use the service to act as a virtual network connection. Example Use: If you have two Bluetooth enabled computers and you wish to connect (network) them without (or can not) physically running a network cable between them, you can use this service. You can also share the internet using this service. PIM Synchronization allows you to synchronize your contacts, email, address book, calendar or notes with a compatible Bluetooth device.
Services My Fax is a service that allows you to use the fax facility of a remote Bluetooth modem, phone or computer. Example Use: You have a Bluetooth enabled desktop computer with a fax/modem capable of sending and receiving faxes. You can use this service to send faxes through this computer from your Bluetooth enabled computer. You can also use your Bluetooth enabled phone. My Headset service is used to connect to a Bluetooth enabled headset.
F.A.Q. Frequently Asked Questions What is the WIDCOMM software that I am installing? Many Bluetooth Adaptors use the WIDCOMM software to work with the adaptor and connect with other Bluetooth devices. The Bluetooth Device that I am connecting to has the same device name. You may change the device name of your device (See page 25). When I search, devices appear that I do not recognize.
Win98SE/ME/2K Notes for Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 There are slight differences if you are using your USB Bluetooth Adaptor under these Operating Systems, these are noted below. If you are using Windows 98SE/ME/2000 you will not see Figure 4.2 when you Double-Click the My Bluetooth Places icon on your desktop, instead you will see Figure 7.1 The equivalent Windows XP and Win 98SE/ME/2000 is shown below. Windows XP Figure 7.
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
