CompactFlash/SDIO Connection Kit with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Featuring a CompactFlash/SDIO card and software for adding Bluetooth capability to Pocket PCs User’s Guide
7/2005 Document # 6410-00171 N Copyright Notice Copyright © 2005 Socket Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Socket, the Socket logo and Mobility Friendly are registered trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology is a trademark of Socket Communications, Inc. Bluetooth and the Bluetooth logos are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Socket Communications, Inc.
Table of Contents 1 | Introduction 4 2 | General Installation 6 3 | Dial-up Networking 13 4 | Bluetooth ActiveSync and LAN Access 35 5 | Socket OBEX 43 6 | Socket Dialer 57 7 | Bluetooth Serial Port 60 8 | Bluetooth Faxing and Printing 71 9 | My Device Manager 77 10 | Bluetooth Devices Folder 83 APPENDICES A | Specifications 96 B | Safety and Usage Tips 98 C | Troubleshooting 102 D | Technical Support 105 Limited Warranty 106 Regulatory Compliance 108 3
1 | Introduction The Windows Mobile versions of the Socket Connection Kits with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology make it easy to add Bluetooth capability to a Pocket PC. Available with a SDIO or CompactFlash card, the Connection Kits are perfect for connecting Pocket PCs wirelessly to your favorite Bluetooth enabled phone, headset, LAN access point, modem, computer, printer, GPS receiver, or other Bluetooth enabled device.
System Requirements Minimum device requirements for SDIO card: • Pocket PC 2003SE/2003/2002 with available SDIO slot • SDIO Now! software from BSQUARE in ROM Minimum device requirements for CF card: • Pocket PC 2003SE/2003/2002 with available CF or PC Card slot • PC Card adapter required for use in PC Card slot Package Contents The Socket Connection Kit includes these items: • Socket Connection Card (CompactFlash Type I or SDIO) • Software installation CD • Software installation guide with copyright, warra
2 | General Installation This chapter covers general installation instructions for the Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology. After completing the installation instructions in this chapter, proceed to the appropriate chapter for your device and application.
STEP 1: Install the Software Note:The OBEX and Socket Dialer software are optional and must be installed separately after successful installation of the primary Connection Kit software. Follow these steps to install the software BEFORE inserting the Socket card. 1. Use ActiveSync and a serial/Ethernet/USB cable or cradle to make an active connection between the mobile computer and a host PC. 2. Insert the Socket installation CD into the host PC. 3.
6. In the File Download screen, click Run. 7. If a Security Warning screen appears, click Run. 8. The Socket Bluetooth Software Setup program will begin. Follow the wizard to install the software on your Pocket PC. 9. After installing the primary software for the Connection Kit, you can choose to also install the software for Socket OBEX and/or the Socket Dialer. Follow the same procedure to install these optional software programs.
STEP 2: Complete the Bluetooth Setup Wizard 1. After you install the software, the Socket Bluetooth Setup Wizard will automatically launch on your mobile computer. Tap Next>. 2. In the next screen, give your mobile computer a friendly name. Tap Next>.
3. If your mobile computer has fewer than 6 COM ports available, the Disable IrDA? Screen will appear. If desired, disable IrDA to free more ports. Tap Next>. Note: This will disable the IR port on a mobile computer. To readjust the IrDA settings, go to Start | Settings | System| IrDA. Some devices do not allow you to disable IrDA. 4. In the next screen, choose the two ports and services that you plan to use most often. After making your selections, tap Next>.
STEP 3: Insert the Card Important! Do NOT insert the card upside down or shove the card in too hard. Damage may occur! Pocket PC 2003SE/2003 only: Wait for the device reset to finish before you insert the card! Insert the card into your mobile computer’s card slot. Make sure the card is right-side up. • Insert a CompactFlash or SDIO card directly into a slot of its size. When properly inserted, the CF card will be fully contained within the slot, whereas the SDIO card will protrude a little from the slot.
OPTIONAL: Turn Radio Transmitter ON/OFF You may want to turn off the radio transmitter to save power or if you are entering an area with radio restrictions (e.g., an airplane). 1. After you insert the card, the Bluetooth icon should appear in the task bar (visible from the Today screen for Pocket PCs). Tap on the icon. 2. In the pop-up menu, select Turn Transmitter OFF. Note: The menu will list Transfer via Bluetooth if you installed Socket OBEX. 3. The card’s radio transmitter will shut off.
3 | Dial-up Networking This chapter covers how to connect a mobile computer running Socket’s Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology to a Bluetooth enabled phone for dial-up networking. Before you begin the instructions in this chapter, be sure to complete the general installation procedures, as explained in Chapter 2.
STEP 2: Get Connected! to Bluetooth Phone The Get Connected! Wizard guides you through a one-time setup process that prepares the mobile computer and phone for Bluetooth connections. The wizard varies depending on which phone you want to connect to. Ericsson, Nokia 6210, NTT DoCoMo, Siemens, Sony Phones 1. Tap on the Bluetooth task bar icon (visible from the Today screen for Pocket PCs). In the pop-up menu, select Get Connected! 2. The Get Connected! Wizard will appear. Tap Next. 3.
5. The Pocket PC will search for Bluetooth enabled phones in range. 6. When the search is complete, a list of the discovered Bluetooth enabled phones will appear. Choose the phone that you wish to connect to, and tap Select. A service discovery phase will begin, lasting 5-10 seconds. 7. As prompted in the next screen, prepare your phone for bonding. For instructions on setting your phone to “Bondable” or “Pairable” mode, refer to your phone manual. Have your passkey ready, then tap Next. 8.
10. In the last screen, tap Finish. After successfully connecting, the phone will be saved to the Bluetooth Devices folder. In the Today screen, the Bluetooth icon will also blink. You will not need to run the Get Connected! Wizard again unless you plan to switch between different phones. Note: You may also switch between different phones by assigning a new “favorite phone” in the Bluetooth Devices folder.
Motorola Timeport 270C, Nokia 3650/6310/7650/8910/8910i 1. Tap on the Bluetooth task bar icon (visible from the Today screen for Pocket PCs). In the pop-up menu, select Get Connected! 2. The Get Connected! wizard will appear. Tap Next. 3. In the second screen, use the drop-down list to select your phone. The wizard will provide tailored instructions for your phone. Tap Next. Note: The screens below are for the Nokia 7650. Your phone may differ. 4.
6. When the search is over, a list of the discovered phones will appear. Choose the phone that you wish to connect to, and tap Select. A service discovery phase will begin, about 5-10 seconds. 7. The next two screens describe procedures that you can only complete outside of the wizard, while creating a dial-up connection. Read through each screen but do not complete the described procedures until you exit the wizard. Directions for these procedures are also provided in STEP 3: Dial-up to Your Network.
Automatic Connections — This procedure is optional but will make future Bluetooth connections more convenient. 8. Continue to the last screen of the wizard and tap Finish. 9. Now proceed to STEP 3 to complete the bonding process and, if desired, set up automatic connections.
STEP 3: Dial-up to Your Network Complete the following steps to create a new Bluetooth connection. Before setting up dial-up networking, prepare yourself with dial-up information and other necessary settings for your office network or ISP (as described in STEP 1). Pocket PC 2003SE/2003 Note: These instructions are for a standard dial-up connection to an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
3. In the Network Management screen, make sure My ISP is selected in the top field, and My Work Network is selected in the bottom field. Tap ok. 4. The Connections screen will appear again, showing the Advanced tab. Tap on the Tasks tab. Tap on the Tasks tab.
5. In most cases, you should tap Add a new modem connection under My ISP. 6. In the next screen, enter the following: • Enter a name… Enter a name, such as “ISP via Bluetooth” • Select a modem: Select Bluetooth Phone Tap Next. 7. In the next screen, enter the dial-up number exactly how it should be dialed from your Bluetooth enabled phone. Include the country and area code if needed.
8. In the next screen, enter the User name and Password. Tap Advanced… 9. In the General screen, enter the following settings: • Baud rate: 115200 • Wait for dial tone before dialing: Uncheck Uncheck 10. The next step varies depending on if your network uses DHCP or a static IP address. • If your network uses DHCP, tap ok. In the last screen, tap Finish. • If you need to enter IP addresses, tap on the TCP/IP and Servers tabs to enter the necessary settings. Tap ok. In the last screen, tap Finish.
¾ METHOD 1: TAP ON THE CONNECTION ICON a) Tap on the Connection icon in the navigation bar at the top of the screen. It should have an “X” to show that you are not connected. b) A bubble should appear with the dial-up connection you just created. Verify the phone number, then tap on the phone number. The phone will try to connect. Note: • Multiple connections may be listed. Tap on the phone number of the connection you want to dial.
• If you did not save the dial-up password, the Network Log On screen may appear. Enter the Password and tap OK. d) The device will begin dialing. After the device connects to the ISP, the “X” will disappear from the connection icon to indicate an active dial-up or network connection e) To use a different Bluetooth enabled phone for dial-up networking, you can use the same connection setup, but you must make the new phone your favorite.
¾ METHOD 2: DIAL AUTOMATICALLY FROM THE APPLICATION Note: After you have set up a dial-up connection, the Connection Manager will automatically try to connect whenever you insert the card and try to use Pocket Internet Explorer, Pocket Inbox or any other program that requires a dial-up connection. a) Start the program that uses a dial-up connection. b) Enter a request for receiving and/or transmitting information (e.g., in Pocket Internet Explorer, enter a new URL and tap “Go”).
d) Depending on your phone and connection settings, you may need to enter a passkey and/or a password before the phone will start to dial: • If you have a Nokia 3650/6310/7650/8910/8910i or Motorola Timeport 270C, you must complete the bonding process: a. The first time you try to connect, the phone will ask if you want to bond. On Motorola, enter GRANT; on Nokia, enter ACCEPT. b. Make up a 4-16 digit passkey, enter it on the phone, then enter it on the Pocket PC. c.
f) After the mobile computer connects, it will receive/transmit the information as requested (e.g., Pocket Internet Explorer will display the requested website). Additionally, the connection icon will change to indicate that you have connected. Connection icon: (Navigation bar at top of screen) Indicates an active dial-up or network connection g) To use a different Bluetooth enabled phone for dial-up networking, you can use the same connection setup, but you must make the new phone your favorite.
Pocket PC 2002 1. Go to Start | Settings. Tap on the Connections tab. Tap on the Connections icon. 2. In the top field, select Internet Settings. Underneath, tap Modify… 3.
4. In the next screen, enter the following settings: • Enter a name…: Enter a name for the dial-up connection. • Select a modem: Select Bluetooth Phone. • Baud Rate: Select 115200. Tap Advanced… Note: Remember what you name the connection. You will need it when dialing up to it. 5. The Port Settings screen will appear. Do not change any settings. 6. If needed, tap on the TCP/IP and/or Name Servers screens to enter any necessary settings for your office network or ISP. Tap ok.
7. You will return to the first screen. Tap Next. 8. In the Phone number field, enter the dial-up number. Tap Next. 9. Uncheck Wait for dial tone before dialing. Tap Finish. Uncheck.
10. Now you are ready to start the connection. In the Connections screen, under Internet Settings, tap Connect. 11. In Network Log On, verify the dialing settings. Tap OK.
12. ONLY FOR MOTOROLA TIMEPORT 270C OR NOKIA 3650/6310/7650/8910/8910i: a) After you tap Connect for the first time, the phone will display a message asking if you want to bond. On Motorola, enter GRANT; on Nokia, enter ACCEPT. b) Make up a 4-16 digit passkey, enter it on the phone, then enter it on the Pocket PC. Note: The Bluetooth icon in the Today screen will blink to indicate a connection.
OPTIONAL: Set up Automatic Phone Connections Some Motorola and Nokia Bluetooth enabled phones let you set up automatic connections with devices that they have successfully bonded with, without requiring you to manually enter a password every time you try to connect. If you would like to set up automatic connections between your phone and your mobile computer, follow the appropriate instructions below for your specific phone. Motorola Timeport 270C: • On the phone, press MENU.
4 | Bluetooth ActiveSync and LAN Access This chapter explains how to use the Bluetooth ActiveSync and Bluetooth LAN Access features of Socket’s Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology. The Bluetooth ActiveSync feature makes it easy to connect to a Bluetooth enabled notebook or desktop computer running ActiveSync 3.x or greater to synchronize information.
Bluetooth ActiveSync 1. Tap on the Bluetooth icon ActiveSync. . In the pop-up menu, select Bluetooth Note: The menu will list Transfer via Bluetooth only if you installed Socket OBEX. 2. The next screens will vary depending on if you saved any notebook or desktop computers to the Bluetooth Devices folder, and if you designated one as your favorite. Please refer to the appropriate scenario: SCENARIO #1: In the Bluetooth Devices folder, you already designated a notebook or desktop computer as your favorite.
SCENARIO #2: Your Bluetooth Devices folder contains notebook and/or desktop computers, but you did not designate one as your favorite. (a) When you tap on Bluetooth ActiveSync, a screen will appear listing notebook and desktop computers saved in the Bluetooth Devices folder. Choose the computer you want to connect to and tap Select. Note: If the computer you want is not listed, tap Find to begin a search. Proceed as described in Scenario #3 on the next page.
SCENARIO #3: You did not save any notebook or desktop computers to the Bluetooth Devices folder. (a) When you tap Bluetooth ActiveSync, a Bluetooth Device Search will automatically begin. Note: You can also start the device search by tapping Find in the Bluetooth Devices screen. See Scenario #2 on the previous page. (b) After the search is complete, select the computer you wish to connect to and tap Select.
Bluetooth LAN Access 1. Tap on the Bluetooth icon. In the pop-up menu, select Bluetooth LAN Access. Note: The menu will list Transfer via Bluetooth only if you installed Socket OBEX. 2. The next screens will vary depending on if you saved any access points to your Bluetooth Devices folder, and if you designated one as your favorite. Please refer to the appropriate scenario: SCENARIO #1: Your Bluetooth Devices folder contains access points, but you did not designate one as your favorite.
(b) Your mobile computer will try to connect to the selected access point. (c) If your LAN requires a passkey, a screen will appear, asking for the passkey. Enter the passkey, then tap Reply. (d) After a successful connection is made, the status screen will report Connected. (e) Now you are ready to access your LAN for Internet access, network files, etc.
SCENARIO #2: In the Bluetooth Devices folder, you already designated an access point as your favorite. (a) When you tap Bluetooth LAN Access, your mobile computer will automatically try to connect with your favorite access point. (b) If your LAN requires a passkey, a screen will appear, asking for the passkey. Enter the passkey, then tap Reply. (c) After a successful connection is made, the status screen will report Connected. (d) Now you are ready to access your LAN for Internet access, files, etc.
SCENARIO #3: You did not save any access points to the Bluetooth Devices folder. (a) When you tap Bluetooth LAN Access, the mobile computer will automatically begin to search for new Bluetooth enabled devices. Note: You can also start the device search by tapping Refresh in the New Bluetooth Devices screen. See Scenario #1. (b) After the search is complete, select the access point you wish to connect to. Tap Select. If the access point is not listed, tap Refresh to search again.
5 | Socket OBEX This chapter explains how to use the Socket OBEX (object exchange) application to trade business cards, contacts or files with another Bluetooth enabled device that supports OBEX.
Exchange Business Cards 1. Make sure both Bluetooth enabled devices have a business card assigned to them. Note: If each device does not have a business card assigned to it, you will not be able to exchange business cards. To assign a business card to your mobile computer, do the following: • Tap on the Bluetooth icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Advanced Features | My Bluetooth Device. • Tap on the Object Sharing tab.
2. Make sure the other Bluetooth enabled device is set up to receive a business card. The device must support the OBEX Object Push profile. IMPORTANT! If the other device is not set up to receive a business card, you will not be able to send it a business card! Note: If the other device is also using the Socket Bluetooth Connection Kit, you can set it up to receive a contact by tapping the Bluetooth icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Transfer via Bluetooth | Receive Contact or File. 2.
Send a Contact 1. Make sure the other Bluetooth enabled device is set up to receive a contact. It must support the OBEX Object Push server profile. Refer to the documentation that came with the device for instructions. IMPORTANT! If the other device is not set up to receive a contact, you will not be able to send it a contact! Note: If the other device is also using the Socket Bluetooth Connection Kit, you can set it up to receive a contact by tapping the Bluetooth icon.
4. Select the Bluetooth enabled device you wish to send the contact(s) to. If the desired device is not listed, tap Find to initiate another search. 5. Your mobile computer will process and send the contact(s).
Send a File 1. Make sure the other Bluetooth enabled device is set up to receive a file. It must support the OBEX Object Push server profile. Refer to the documentation that came with the device for instructions. IMPORTANT! If the other device is not set up to receive a file, you will not be able to send it a file! Note: If the other device is also using the Socket Bluetooth Connection Kit, you can set it up to receive a file by tapping the Bluetooth icon.
5. In the next screen, tap on the file you wish to send. You can use the Folder and Type drop-down menus to search for your file. Also, you can scroll horizontally to view the folder, date, size, type, and location of each file. 6. Your mobile computer will send the file.
Browse Remote Device The Bluetooth File Explorer lets your mobile computer share files with another Bluetooth enabled device. The other device must support the OBEX File Transfer server profile.
4. Select the Bluetooth enabled device that you wish to browse. If the desired device is not listed, tap Find to initiate a search. 5. Your mobile computer will establish a file sharing connection. 6. After the devices successfully connect, the Bluetooth File Explorer will appear. Half of the screen shows contents of the remote device, while the other half shows contents of your device (the local device). The very bottom of the screen reports the connection status.
Send/Receive File(s) or Folder(s) 1. Select the file(s) or folder(s) that you wish to transfer. You can only select items from one device per transfer session. Single-tap items to select them for transfer. Double-tap on a folder to open it and see its contents. Note: A copy of the selected item will be transferred, not the original. 2. There are two different ways to initiate the transfer. • Tap on the File menu. Select Send to remote or Get from remote, as applicable.
Create a Folder 1. Tap on the File menu. Select Remote device or Local device, wherever you want to create a folder, then tap Create remote folder or Create local folder, as applicable. 2. Alternatively, on Pocket PCs, you can tap and hold your stylus on an item in either the remote or local device that you wish to put in a new folder. In the pop-up menu, select Create folder. 3. In the next screen, enter a name for your new folder. Tap OK. 4.
Delete File(s) or Folder(s) 1. Select item(s) that you wish to delete. You can only delete item(s) from one device at a time. 2. Tap on the File menu. Select Remote device or Local device, wherever the item(s) are located, then tap Delete remote item(s) or Delete local item(s), as applicable. 3. Alternatively, on Pocket PCs, you can tap and hold your stylus an item in either the remote or local device that you wish to put in a new folder. In the pop-up menu, select Delete folder. 4.
Connect/Disconnect To connect to the remote device, do the following: 1. Make sure the remote device has file sharing enabled. 2. Start the connection process by either of two methods: 3. • Tap on the Device menu. Select Connect. • Tap on the Connect icon . In the next screen, select the device you wish to connect to. Tap Select. Your mobile computer will attempt to connect to the device selected. To disconnect from the remote device, do the following: 1.
Receive Contact or File 1. Tap on the Bluetooth icon. In the pop-up menu, tap Transfer via Bluetooth | Receive Contact or File. 2. The Receive Contact or File status screen will appear. Your mobile computer will wait two minutes for the contact or file. 3. After successfully connecting to the remote device, the screen will report Connected then disappear. The new contact or file should now be on your device. 4. If two minutes passes before you receive the item, tap Wait Again. 5.
6 | Socket Dialer This chapter explains how to assign a dialing prefix and use the Socket Dialer to dial a number directly from your Contacts list. The Socket Dialer makes it quick and easy to perform dial-up networking. If you have not done so already, be sure to run the Dialer Installer from the Socket installation CD. While installing the program, you can also assign the dialing prefix.
Use the Socket Dialer 1. To use the dialer, the mobile computer must already be connected to the Bluetooth enabled phone. You can use the Get Connected! Wizard to do this. Also, the Bluetooth enabled phone must be selected as your favorite. 2. Go to Start | Contacts or press the appropriate hardware button 3. Tap and hold your stylus on the contact you wish to dial to. In the popup menu, select Dial Contact. Alternatively, you can tap on Tools and select Dial Contact. 4.
5. Your mobile computer will connect to your phone and begin dialing. Note: The Socket Dialer can dial a phone number containing any of the 17 following non-numeric characters: * # + . / ! @ - \ space A B C D T P W Additionally, the following string can be included in a phone number: (‘,’) The Socket Dialer can not dial a phone number containing non-numeric characters other than those listed above. Socket recommends that you follow the standard Microsoft Outlook format for phone numbers.
7 | Bluetooth Serial Port This chapter explains how use the Socket Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology for serial cable replacement with a GPS Receiver, Cordless Serial Adapter, or other Bluetooth enabled device that supports the Bluetooth Serial Port Profile. Setup Summary for Bluetooth Serial Port STEP 1: Enable Bluetooth Serial COM Feature. STEP 2: Prepare Serial Device for Connectivity. STEP 3: Discover the Bluetooth Serial Device. STEP 4: Bond with the Bluetooth Serial Device.
3. The General screen will appear. Tap on the COM Ports tab. 4. Make sure Bluetooth COM Port is checked, and note the COM port number assigned to it. You will need to know the correct COM port number to configure any software that you use with the Bluetooth serial connection. Tap ok.
STEP 2: Prepare Bluetooth Serial Device 1. Turn on the Bluetooth enabled serial device and set it in Discoverable mode. Refer to your device’s documentation for instructions. If you are connecting to the Socket GPS Receiver with Bluetooth Wireless Technology, simply turn on the GPS receiver, and the device will be Discoverable. The Bluetooth Status LED will blink blue to indicate that the Bluetooth radio is on.
STEP 3: Discover Bluetooth Serial Device 1. Launch the Bluetooth Devices folder: Tap on the Bluetooth icon (in the Today screen for Pocket PCs). Select Advanced Features then Bluetooth Devices. 2. In the Bluetooth Devices Folder, tap on the Device Discovery icon Or you can tap on Tools. In the menu, select Device Discovery. 3. The Bluetooth Device Discovery Wizard will appear. Make sure the Bluetooth enabled serial device is set in Discoverable mode. Tap Next>. .
4. In the next screen, make sure Any Bluetooth device is selected. Tap Next>. 5. Your mobile computer will search for Bluetooth enabled devices in range.
6. When the search is complete, a screen will report the discovered devices. Check the box next to the Bluetooth enabled serial device. You can also select any other Bluetooth enabled device that you would like to save to your Bluetooth Devices folder Tap Next>. Note: These screens show how to connect to the Socket GPS Receiver with Bluetooth Wireless Technology. The wizard screens will be similar for all devices. 7. A service discovery phase will begin, 5-10 seconds per chosen device.
8. In the next screen, tap Finish. 9. After you complete the wizard, the serial device will appear in your Bluetooth Devices folder.
STEP 4: Bond with Bluetooth Serial Device Follow these steps to bond with the serial device that you just discovered and saved to your Bluetooth Devices folder. 1. In the Bluetooth Devices folder, tap to select the serial device, then either tap on Device | Bond, or tap on the Bond icon. Pocket PC only: Alternatively, tap and hold your stylus on the serial device. In the pop-up menu, select Bond.
2. The Bluetooth Device Bonding Wizard will launch. Follow the wizard to bond with your serial device. 3. As prompted, make sure the serial device is in Bondable mode.
4. If the remote device is set up to accept bonding, a Bluetooth Passkey screen will appear. To continue bonding, enter the correct passkey and tap Reply. If you are bonding with the Socket GPS Receiver, enter the passkey 0183. 5. The mobile computer will submit the passkey to the serial device. 6. When you have successfully bonded with the other device, tap Finish.
STEP 5: Configure Application for Connection Make sure to configure your Bluetooth serial application for the correct COM port, baud rate, and other settings. 1. Make sure your application is set to use the same COM port that is assigned to the Bluetooth serial connection. If you are using the Socket GPS Nav Kit, set the GPS receiver as your favorite serial device in your Bluetooth Devices folder. Afterwards, the MyNavigator software will automatically detect and use the correct COM port. 2.
8 | Bluetooth Faxing and Printing This chapter explains how use the Socket Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology for wireless faxing and printing. Bluetooth Faxing Many Bluetooth enabled phones and other types of Bluetooth enabled devices support faxing. This chapter explains how to use such a device with the Socket card and your mobile computer for wireless faxing. Note: The Socket Connection Kit does not include faxing software.
• Tap on the Services tab. Make sure Fax is listed. Tap ok. 3. Make sure a COM port is enabled for faxing. • Tap on the Bluetooth icon. Select Advanced Features, then My Bluetooth Device. • Tap on the COM Ports tab. In the COM Ports screen, make sure Bluetooth Fax is checked. • Note the COM port number assigned to faxing. You may need this to configure your fax software. Tap ok.
4. Assign your Bluetooth enabled device as your favorite fax. • In the Bluetooth Devices folder, tap Tools | My Favorites. • Tap on the FAX tab. • Select Use the favorite selected above, then select the device from the drop-down menu. Tap ok. 5. Now you are ready to use your fax software. While configuring the fax connection, select either Bluetooth FAX or the COM port assigned to Bluetooth faxing.
Bluetooth Printing You can print using the PrintPocketCE program included on the installation CD. The Socket Connection Kit includes a 30-day trial version of PrintPocketCE. For a full version, please visit: www.fieldsoftware.com If you have not done so already, be sure to install the PrintPocketCE program. To find the install for this program on the installation CD, go to the Third Party folder, then the Field Software folder. 1. Start the printing program. Go to Start | Programs | PrintPocketCE. 2.
• • • Tap on the yellow envelope icon to view email messages. Tap on the Doc/Excel/Email Options menu and select another type of printing (e.g., Go to email printing). Use the folders drop-down menu to switch between folders. 4. The next screens let you adjust the printer settings. Make sure the correct printer is chosen. For Port, choose Bluetooth: Socket CF Card or Bluetooth: Socket SDIO Card. Make any other necessary printer settings.
7. The mobile computer will search for a Bluetooth enabled printer. After the search, a list of discovered printers will appear. Select the correct Bluetooth enabled printer, then tap Select. If the mobile computer fails to detect the Bluetooth enabled printer, make sure the printer is on, discoverable, and in range. Tap Find to repeat the search. 8. The document will begin printing. 9. To exit the program, tap Doc Options. In the pop-up menu, tap Exit.
9 | My Device Manager The Device Manager allows you to configure settings for your Socket Card, including: • Friendly Name • Discoverable, connectable, and connection security settings • Enable/disable COM ports • Assign business card and folder for object sharing • Headset audio settings Note: The Object Sharing tab will appear only if you installed the optional OBEX software. Accessing the Device Manager 1.
General Device Settings Note: If you use either of the Get Connected! Wizards, which are recommended for normal usage with phones or headsets, then this step is not necessary. This step would be used to change the friendly name of your mobile computer. 1. In the My Bluetooth Device screen, you can modify the Friendly Name as well as connection settings. Discoverable: Check this box to allow other Bluetooth enabled devices in range to discover your mobile computer.
Use Authentication: Check this box if you want to require a passkey to connect with another Bluetooth enabled device. If either or both devices use authentication, you must enter a passkey to connect. Use Encryption: Check this box to connect to Bluetooth enabled LAN access points that use WEP encryption.
Assign COM Ports Follow these steps to view and/or modify the Bluetooth COM ports. 1. Tap on the COM Ports tab. As needed, view and/or enable/disable the Bluetooth COM port assignments. Note: The Bluetooth Phone port cannot be disabled. 2. To disable a COM port, uncheck a box. In the confirmation screen, click Yes.
Configure Object Sharing 1. Tap on the Object Sharing tab. 2. To assign a business card or folder for others to remotely access, tap on the appropriate Assign… button. After selecting the contact or folder, tap ok.
Configure Audio Features Follow these steps to prepare your mobile computer to connect to a Bluetooth enabled headset. 1. Tap on the Audio tab. 2. If you plan to connect to a headset, select Enable headset features. 3. If you have a Pocket PC Phone edition, you can select Automatically connect to headset to have your device automatically connect to your favorite headset in the Bluetooth Devices folder whenever you initiate or receive a call.
10 | Bluetooth Devices Folder This chapter explains optional steps you may choose to perform while using the Socket Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology. The steps covered in this chapter include: • Using the Bluetooth Device Discovery Wizard • Using the Bluetooth Device Bonding Wizard • Viewing device properties • Setting up a Favorite Device • Changing views • Deleting an item from the Bluetooth Devices folder Accessing the Bluetooth Devices Folder 1.
Discover Bluetooth Device(s) You can use the Device Discovery wizard to search for Bluetooth enabled devices in range, then save them to your Bluetooth Devices folder for future connections. You can use the wizard to search for any type of Bluetooth enabled device, or, if desired, you can search for only a particular type of device. Use the Device Discovery Wizard to search for GPS receivers, joysticks, printers, keyboards, and other types of Bluetooth enabled devices.
2. The Bluetooth Device Discovery Wizard will begin. As directed, make sure the device(s) you want to search for are set in Discoverable mode. Tap Next>. 3. Select the type of device that you want to discover. Tap Next>. 4. Your mobile computer will search for Bluetooth enabled devices in range.
5. When the search is complete, a screen will report the discovered devices. Check the box next to any device you wish to save to your Bluetooth Devices folder, (i.e., any devices you wish to connect to). Tap Next>. 6. A service discovery phase will begin, 5-10 seconds per chosen device. 7. In the next screen, tap Finish. 8. After you complete the wizard, the device will appear in your Bluetooth Devices folder.
Bond with Discovered Device(s) You can use the Device Bonding wizard to bond with devices that you have already discovered and saved to your Bluetooth Devices folder. You can use the wizard to bond with almost any type of Bluetooth enabled device. For phones, headsets, computers, and LAN Access Points, the Device Bonding Wizard is a more detailed alternative to using the Get Connected! Wizard, Bluetooth ActiveSync or Bluetooth LAN Access feature.
2. The Device Bonding Wizard will launch. Follow the wizard to bond with your selected device. 3. As prompted, make sure the Bluetooth enabled device that you want to bond with is in Bondable mode. 4. If the remote device is set up to accept bonding, a Bluetooth Passkey screen will appear. To continue bonding, enter the correct passkey and tap Reply.
3. Your mobile computer will submit the passkey to the other Bluetooth enabled device. 4. When you have successfully bonded with the other device, tap Finish.
View Device Properties Follow these steps to view the properties of a device that you have already discovered and saved to the Bluetooth Devices folder. 1. In the Bluetooth Devices folder, select a device, then tap Device | Properties, or tap on the Properties icon. Pocket PCs — Alternatively, you can tap and hold your stylus on the device you want to view information about. In the pop-up menu, select Properties.
2. Use the General screen to view the device properties. If desired, you can modify the Device name and the icon used to indicate the device type. To assign a new icon, tap on the arrow buttons. 3. Tap on the Services tab and scroll down the list to see which Bluetooth services the device offers. If the Services appear as Unknown, tap Update to search again for the device’s Bluetooth services.
Set up Your Favorite Device Follow these steps to set up default devices in the Bluetooth Devices folder. Whenever your mobile computer is configured for automatic connections, it will try to connect to your favorite device of a particular type. Note: The Get Connected! Wizards automatically assign the favorite phone and headset. 1. Tap on Tools and select My Favorites… 2. Tap on the tab for the type of device you would like to set a favorite for.
4. After setting a device as your favorite, its icon will appear in the Bluetooth Devices folder with a heart next to it. What if I can’t connect to a device in the Bluetooth Devices folder, or I can’t select it as my favorite? You can connect to a device only if its services have been successfully discovered. Follow these steps to perform a service discovery: With the device selected in the folder, tap on Properties the Services tab. Tap the Update button.
Change Views You can switch between the Large Icons or Details views for the Bluetooth Devices folder. 1. In Bluetooth Devices, tap on View. 2. In the pop-up menu, choose between Large Icons or Details. Large Icons view Details view Note: In Details view, scroll right to see the current Bonded status.
Delete a Device from the Folder If you no longer plan to connect with a device, you can delete it from the Bluetooth Devices folder. 1. Pocket PCs only: Tap and hold your stylus on the device you wish to delete. In the pop-up menu, select Delete. 2. Alternatively, after selecting a device, tap on the Delete icon Or tap on Device then select Delete. . 3. A Confirm screen will appear. Tap Yes.
Appendix A Specifications CompactFlash Card Physical Characteristics: Dimensions: 36.4 x 42.8 x 3.3 mm Mass: 10 g Power Consumption (3.
SDIO Card Physical Characteristics: Dimensions: 40 x 24 x 2.1 mm Mass: 4 g (maximum) Power Consumption (3.
Appendix B Safety and Usage Tips About Bluetooth and Health Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to use short-range radio signals to connect a variety of devices, such as mobile phones, Pocket PCs, notebook computers, printers, LAN access points, and many other devices at home or work. These radio signals replace the cables that have traditionally connected these devices. Bluetooth enabled products have small radio transmitters and receivers.
Efficient Use For optimum performance, please make sure that there is no metal surrounding your Socket card. Driving RF energy may affect some electronic systems in motor vehicles, such as car stereo, safety equipment, etc. Check with your vehicle manufacturer’s representative to be sure that your Socket card will not affect the electronic system in your vehicle. Aircraft • Turn off your card antenna before boarding any aircraft.
SDIO Card Product Care and Usage • The SDIO card is susceptible to physical damage. Do not hit the corners of the card or forcefully pull the card out of your device, or permanent damage can occur! • Do not disassemble, modify or repair this unit. There is danger of fires, electrical shock, damage to the unit, and injury. Any repair is impossible. Do not remove the label and do not paste other labels. It may cause malfunction.
• Do not use the unit near a microwave oven or in areas where there is a risk of electrical shock, static electricity or electromagnetic interference. • Do not use the Socket card in a place with risk of strong vibration. • Do not use benzene or paint thinner to clean the card. Restrictions • The SDIO card was not designed to be used with systems directly responsible for sustaining human life. Avoid using this product with such systems (e.g., medical equipment for life support, surgery, etc.).
Appendix C Troubleshooting SYMPTOM: I cannot connect to a device in my folder. POSSIBLE REASONS The services for the devices have not been discovered. SOLUTION In the Bluetooth Devices folder, tap on the Properties icon. Tap on the Services tab. In the Services screen, tap on the Update button. SYMPTOM: When I use the Get Connected! Wizard to connect to my phone, I get a screen that says Partial Success. POSSIBLE REASONS The phone is not in Bondable mode. The passkey is incorrect.
SYMPTOM: My mobile computer cannot find any Bluetooth enabled devices nearby. POSSIBLE REASONS You are too far from other Bluetooth enabled devices. The Bluetooth enabled device(s) nearby are not turned on. The Bluetooth enabled device(s) are not in discoverable mode. SOLUTION Move closer to the other Bluetooth enabled device(s), within a range of 10 meters. Turn on the Bluetooth enabled device(s) you wish to find. Set the Bluetooth enabled device(s) to discoverable mode.
SYMPTOM: I can’t make my Ericsson R520 phone discoverable. POSSIBLE REASONS You attempted to bond with the phone, and when the phone presented a “pairing query,” you entered No. This prevents the phone from being discoverable until it is reset. SOLUTION Reset the phone by removing its battery.
Appendix D Technical Support Socket On-Demand Support (SOS) Socket On-Demand Support (SOS) is a virtual technical support assistant that focuses in on your specific question to provide the specific answers you need. SOS provides the quickest turnaround time and is the best place to start for technical support. To access SOS, visit: www.socketcom.com/support and click on the SOS icon. If SOS cannot answer your inquiry, you can submit your question to a technical support engineer after the session.
Limited Warranty Socket Communications Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for the following period from the date of purchase: Plug-in card: Three years Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket’s warranty.
Limited Software Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY. SOCKET warrants that the original disk or CD ROM is free from defects for 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE. CUSTOMER REMEDIES. SOCKET’S entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at SOCKET’S option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the SOFTWARE which does not meet SOCKET’S Limited Warranty and which is returned to SOCKET with a copy of your receipt.
Regulatory Compliance CompactFlash Card The Socket Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations where they are sold and will be labeled as required. This product is type approved — users are not required to obtain license or authorization before using. Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada RSS 210.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user may try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the radio or television. • Increase the distance separating the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different branch circuit than that of the receiver.
• EN 50 082-1 – Electromagnetic Compatibility – General Immunity Standard, Part 1: Residential, Commercial, Light Industry. • IEC 801.2 – Electromagnetic Compatibility for Industrial Process Measurement and Control Equipment, Part 2: Electrostatic Discharge Requirements. • IEC 801.3 – Electromagnetic Compatibility for Industrial Process Measurement and Control Equipment, Part 3: Radiated Electromagnetc Field Requirements. • IEC 801.
SDIO Card The Socket Connection Kit with Bluetooth Wireless Technology is designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in locations where they are sold and will be labeled as required. This product is type approved — users are not required to obtain license or authorization before using. This product has been certified as conforming to technological standards. Therefore, the following actions are punishable by law: • Disassembly or modification of this product.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements (Industry Canada) To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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