Bluetooth USB Adapters

Create a wireless personal area network using Bluetooth technology
Belkin brings you the fast and simple way to wirelessly connect your computing devices using Bluetooth technology. Our Bluetooth USB Adapters let you print, synchronize your PDA information, and create dial-up connections through a mobile phone. You can also transfer data to up to seven other Bluetooth devices including desktop or notebook computers, PDAs, phones, cameras, printersall without using cables or physical connectors. The Adapters install with Plug-and-Play simplicity by plugging into a free USB port on your desktop or notebook computer. Bluetooth technology from Belkin easily sets up with your other Bluetooth devices to enable ad-hoc sharingthe ability to exchange data without having to configure a network. You can create an instant dial-up network and Internet connection to a Bluetooth phone, wirelessly send files to Bluetooth printers, and exchange data at speeds of up to 721Kbps. Bluetooth products from Belkin provide you with built-in security, using 128-bit encryption and authentication.
F8T003 10-Meter Range* (33 Feet)
F8T001 100-Meter Range* (333 Feet)

Benefits:

Adds Bluetooth connection capability to your USB desktop or notebook computer Works with any device enabled with Bluetooth v1.1 technology Offers built-in 128-bit encryption and authentication, allowing you to securely access any Bluetooth device without wired connection Installs easily with Plug-and-Play convenience Sets up easily, with user-friendly software for perfect wireless communication among computing devices Supports Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, and Mac OS X v10.2
System Requirements: One available USB port Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, or XP Mac OS X v10.2 and higher** Part Number

F8T001 F8T003

Description
Bluetooth USB Adapter Bluetooth USB Adapter
100m (333 ft.) 10m (33 ft.)
7-22868-38386-5 7-22868-44991-2 *10m/100m range is dependent upon environment, number of users, and other wireless devices within immediate proximity.
**Mac OS driver and software from Apple

Product Specifications:

Bluetooth USB Adapter Bluetooth Compliance: Operating Frequency: Sensitivity: Operating Range: Specifications Version 1.1 2.4 to 2.4835GHz <0.1% BER at -80dBM (F8T001)100-meter radius indoors (F8T003)10-meter radius indoors 1/3/5 Slots Packet +/- 10PPM 0.3oz. 5.0VDC Physical Interface: Output Power: Data Rate: Network Topology: Operation: LED Indicator: Dimensions: USBUHCI/OHCI 1.1-compliant
(F8T001) 4 ~ 20 dBm, Class I (F8T003) -6 ~ 4 dBm, Class II
Packet Support: Frequency Stability: Weight: Supply Voltage: OS Support Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, Mac OS X v10.2 and higher* Supported Profiles The services supported by your Bluetooth USB Adapter are defined as Profiles. Available profiles include: Generic Access PAN (Personal Area Network) Service Discovery HCCR (Hardcopy Cable Serial Port Replacement) LAN Access Fax Dial-Up Networking HID (Human Interface Device) Generic Object Exchange Headset Object Push Audio Gateway File Transfer Synchronization Package Includes: Bluetooth USB Adapter CD-ROM User Manual Quick Installation Guide Registration Card
Specifications subject to change without notice. *Mac OS driver and software from Apple
723/57.6Kbps Point-to-Multipoint Master/Slave Power On, Data Traffic 64 (L) x 22 (W) x 8mm (H)
Without the need of any cables or wiring, you can: Transfer files Access dial-up networks Connect to local area networks Perform an ActiveSync session Connect to serial ports Exchange PIM data Send or exchange business cards Connect to mice and keyboards Print

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Bluetooth USB Adapter

Connect your peripherals and computing devices, without cables

User Manual

F8T012 - F8T013

Table of Contents

Introduction.... 4 Product Features... 5 System Requirements... 6 Package Contents... 7 USB Adapter Specifications.... 8 Software Setup.... 9 Hardware Setup.... 16 Initial Configuration Wizard... 19 Uninstalling the Software... 22 How to use the Belkin Bluetooth software.. 26

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Bluetooth USB Adapter (the USB Adapter) from Belkin. The USB Adapter features the breakthrough Bluetooth wireless technology that lets you create efficient communications between your USB desktop PC or notebook and devices using Bluetooth wireless technologywithout physical connectors or cables. Before you install and start using your new USB Adapter, please take a few minutes to review some of the terms that you will be seeing throughout the document.

Product Features

Bluetooth allows you to create adhoc network Higher speed access up to 3Mbps (effective throughput of 2.2 Mbps) Adds Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR wireless technology to your USB desktop computer, or notebook Fast paring time between 3.5 to 5 sec. Lower power consumption Bit Error Rate (BER) improved performance Manufacturers Lifetime Warranty Offers backwards compatibility with any Bluetooth v1.1 and v1.2-compliant device Installs easily with Plug-and-Play convenience Allows you to work at distances of up to 100 metres (Class 1) and 10 metres (Class 2)** Supports Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, and Mac OS X v10.3 and higher*
** Range is dependent upon environment, number of users and other wireless devices within immediate proximity.

System Requirements

PC System Requirements
PC-compatible computer, CPU speed of 200MHz or above Memory: 64MB or above, 128MB recommended One available USB port, USB 1.1 standard Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP

Mac System Requirements

One available USB port, USB 1.1 standard Mac OS X v10.3 and higher*
*Mac OS X driver and software provided by Apple.

Package Contents

Bluetooth USB Adapter CD-ROM for installation software and documentation User Manual on CD Quick Installation Guide Registration Card
USB Adapter Specifications
Bluetooth Compliance: Version 2.0 Physical Interface: USB UHCI/OHCI 2.0-compliant LED Indicator: Antenna Type: Dimensions: Weight: Operating Temp: Storage Temp: Humidity: Supply Voltage: Nominal Current: Spread Spectrum: Modulation: Certifications: Power On/Data Traffic Integrated, 0 +/- 1 dBi 58mm (L) x 18mm (W) x 8mm (H) 0.2oz. (7g) 0 to 70 degrees Celsius -30 to 80 degrees Celsius 5-90% (non-condensing) 5.0V DC 100mA FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) GFSK (Gussian Frequency Shift Keying) FCC, CE, ICES, C-Tick, BQB, WHQL for XP
Operating Frequency: 2.4 to 2.4835GHz Output Power: Sensitivity: Data Rate: Typical Power Consumption: Operating Range: Network Topology: Packet Support: Operation: Frequency Stability: (F8T012) 4~20 dBm, Class I (F8T013) -6~4 dBm, Class II <0.1% BER @ -80 dBm 3Mbps (effective throughput of 2.2 Mbps) (F8T012) Tx: 150mA, Rx 80mA (F8T013) Tx: 65mA, Rx 45mA (F8T012) 100-meter radius indoors (F8T013) 10-meter radius indoors Point-to-Multipoint 1/3/5 Slots Packet Master/Slave +/- 10PPM
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Software Setup

1. Insert the CD and wait for the software to run automatically. 2. Press on Install Bluetooth Software.
Software Setup for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP
To install the software for the USB Adapter, follow the instructions below:
Note: The installation process for Windows XP may look slightly different from
Windows 98 SE, Me, and 2000.
Note: Do not insert the USB Adapter into the USB port prior to software installation. 1. Insert the software installation CD-ROM into the PCs CD-ROM drive. 2. The Software InstallShield Wizard window appears. Click on Next to begin the

installation process.

3. Choose I accept the terms in the
license agreement to accept the license agreement. Click on Next to continue.
4. Specify the location where the software
files will be installed on your hard drive. It is recommended that you install the software in the default directory C:\Program Files\Belkin\Bluetooth Software\. Click on Next to continue.
5. Confirm that the device software is
ready to be installed and click on Install.
6. The InstallShield Wizard will begin to

install the Belkin Bluetooth Software. This may take several minutes.
7. The Driver Signature Notice window will appear. Press OK for the next step.
8. During the installation process you may be prompted to insert your USB Adapter.
If your USB Adapter is not plugged into your computer at this time, you may insert it into an available USB 1.1-compliant port on your desktop or notebook computer, then click OK to continue. Click on Cancel to continue installation without the Bluetooth device inserted. Refer to the Hardware Installation section of this User Manual for instructions for installing the hardware.
Note: If at any time during the installation process you receive a Driver Signature
Notice, click OK to continue the installation process.
9. Confirm the completion of the software installation; click Finish and restart the
system if prompted to do so.

Hardware Setup

Hardware Setup for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP
Follow these instructions to install your USB Adapter on your PC.
Note: Your USB Adapter is sensitive to static electricity, which can damage its
delicate electrical components. To protect your device, always touch the metal chassis of your computer before handling the USB Adapter. This will ground any potential electrostatic discharge. Avoid touching the metal connector when handling the USB Adapter. Dry weather conditions or walking across carpeted floors may cause you to acquire an electrostatic charge.
1. Connect the USB Adapter directly to
an available USB A-type connector on your desktop or notebook computer. Your system should register a new USB device found. location; then click Next.
2. Choose Install from a list or specific
3. Browse for the location of the device
driver :\Program Files\Belkin\ Bluetooth\Software\bin\ then click Next.
4. If you receive the following Hardware
installation notice, click on Continue Anyway to continue with the installation process.
5. A window will appear that confirms the completion of the hardware installation;
click on Finish to complete the installation process.
Initial Configuration Wizard
Configuring your computer for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP 1. Once the installation process is complete you will be prompted by the Initial
Bluetooth Configuration Wizard. This Wizard will guide you through the initial setup of your Bluetooth device. Please follow the Wizard as prompted.
2. Name your computer with a friendly name. This is the name, which will be made
available when your computer is discovered by other Bluetooth devices.
3. Choose the type of computer on which
you have installed the Belkin USB Adapter from the drop-down menu in the window.

4. Continue the Wizard to configure the
Bluetooth services that this computer will make available for use to other Bluetooth devices. Click Next.
5. Choose the Bluetooth services that
your computer will offer. The most common service for your computer type will be checked by default.
6. If you wish to configure another
Bluetooth device on this computer, click Next. Otherwise click Skip.
Uninstalling the Software
Uninstalling the Software for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP
Follow these instructions to uninstall your USB Adapter on your PC. Go to your Taskbar and click Start. Click on settings and go to control panel.
1. In the Windows Control panel go to Add and Remove programs
2. select Belkin Bluetooth Software

and press Remove

3. Press Yes
4. When removing the software, the following Windows message appears
Un-installing Bluetooth Devices. press OK.
5. You will need to restart your PC to finish with the process, press the YES button.
The Bluetooth device software has now been removed from your computer.
How to use the Belkin Bluetooth software
1. If you have installed the device properly, a Bluetooth icon

will have

appeared on your desktop. 2. Double click on the icon My Bluetooth places
The following My Bluetooth places window will appear:
3. Make sure your phone has Bluetooth capability and the Bluetooth function on your phone is enabled and detectable. 4. Click on View Devices in range in the menu on the left.
5. Once you can see your phone in the list, right click on the icon of the Phone. A menu will appear. Choose Pair device. When pairing two devices with numeric input buttons (example: mobile phone, PDA, PC etc.), choose any pin code from 1-10 digits.The pin code must be the same on both devices being paired. When pairing a device without numeric input buttons (example: headset, car kit), please enter default pin code 0000. The majority of devices will use pin code 0000, however default pin code 1234 is also used in isolated cases. 6. Enter 0000 and press OK. In some rare cases you have to enter 1234. The next window will appear;
7. Your phone will then ask you to accept the connection, please enter the same pin code in the phone. 8. Once you have entered the pin code on the phone and you accept, the icon of the phone will appear with a red tick as in the image below.
When the phone is paired, you can double-click on the icon of your phone to see the profiles services on your phone. You can now start using the Bluetooth profiles.
Dial Up: If you want a Dial-up connection, double click on Dial-up Networking and will ask you for a user name, password and telephone number to dial. Obex File transfer: Double-click on this service to see the files on your phone. You can copy and paste files from the PC to this folder or from this folder to the PC by rightclicking on the file you wish to copy and pasting into the desired destination folder. Using third party software When using third party software, please make sure to configure the software you are using first. You will need to set PC Suite or Active Sync to use the same com port as that which the device is currently using. How do I know what com port the device is using? 1. Go to My Bluetooth places 2. Go to View my Bluetooth Service 3. When you see the Bluetooth serial port right click on it and select Properties 4. You will see which com port the Bluetooth device is currently using.

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