Belkin F8T012 - Manuals

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...

Package Contents • Bluetooth USB Adapter• CD-ROM for installation software and documentation• User Manual on CD • Quick Installation Guide• Registration Card 6 7

USB Adapter Specifications Bluetooth Compliance: Version 2.0 Physical Interface: USB UHCI/OHCI 2.0-compliant Operating Frequency: 2.4 to 2.4835GHz Output Power: (F8T012) 4~20 dBm, Class I (F8T013) -6~4 dBm, Class II Sensitivity: <0.1% BER @ -80 dBm Data Rate: 2.1Mbps Typical Power Consumption: (F...

Software Setup 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 p...

Software Setup 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:\Pro...

Software Setup 7. 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...

Software Setup 8. Confirm the completion of the software installation; click “Finish” and restart the system if prompted to do so. 12 13

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 o...

Hardware Setup 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. 14 15

Hardware Setup 5. A window will appear that confirms the completion of the hardware installation; click on “Finish” to complete the installation process. 16 17

Windows XP SP2 update 16 17 Step by Step 1. Go to your ‘Start’ button in the left corner of your screen (default setting) 2. select: – ‘Setting’ – ‘Control panel’– ‘System’ System properties will pop up. 3. Select the ‘Hardware’ tab and go to ‘Device Manager’ button

Windows XP SP2 update 18 19 4. Select ‘Bluetooth Devices’ 5. Right click with your mouse on the sub item of the Bluetooth Radio and select inside de window ‘Update Driver’.

Windows XP SP2 update 18 19 The hardware wizard will start;6. Select – ‘No, not this time’ in the hardware Update Wizard and go to the ‘ Next ’ button. 7. Select – ‘Install from a list or Specific location (Advanced)’ Go to ‘ Next ’ button

Windows XP SP2 update 20 21 8. Select – ‘don’t search, I will choose the driver to install’ , and go to ‘Next’ button. 9. Select – ‘Disk’ > ‘Browse’ (choose the CD drive), go to the directory

Windows XP SP2 update 20 21 Select ’btwusb’ , then go to button ‘Open’ 10. Select – ‘Belkin USB Bluetooth Device’ Model then go to ‘Next’ button.

Windows XP SP2 update 22 23 Belkin driver will install. Go to ‘Finish’ button and you have updated your driver.

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 t...

Initial Configuration Wizard 3. Choose the type of computer you have installed the USB Adapter to in the drop-down menu. 4. Continue the Wizard to configure the Bluetooth services that this computer will make available of other Bluetooth devices to use. Click “Next”. 24 25

Initial Configuration Wizard 5. Choose the Bluetooth services your computer will offer. The most common service for your computer type will be checked by default. 6. If you have another Bluetooth device and you want to configure the way this computer will use its services, click “Next”. Otherwise cl...

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. 1. Insert the CD-ROM included with your USB Adapter. 2. This “InstallShield Wizard” should automatically load. If it does not load, explore the ...

Getting Started 27 The Bluetooth Technology Bluetooth is a worldwide standard for the wireless exchange of data between two compatible devices. It utilizes short-distance radio link technology and replaces the traditional cable connections to enable wireless connections between desktop and laptop co...

Getting Started 28 29 Bluetooth Tray After installing the software, you would find a shortcut icon to My Bluetooth Places on your desktop. However, there is another icon that you will see after successful installation of the software. Normally located on the lower right-hand corner of your computer ...

Getting Started 30 31 My Bluetooth Places My Bluetooth Places is part of Windows Explorer. There are multiple ways to access My Bluetooth Places:• In the Windows system tray, • Right-click the Bluetooth icon and select Explore My Bluetooth PlacesOr • Double-click the Bluetooth icon• On the desktop, ...

Getting Started 30 31 Device icons for Windows XP Bluetooth icons provide at-a-glance feedback about a device or service’s status by changing appearance. The Bluetooth icon in the Windows system tray provides feedback about Bluetooth status. Bluetooth Icon Indicates Bluetooth Status Status Icon Desc...

Getting Started 32 33 Device Icon Types Device Type Normal Connected Paired Audio GatewayDesktop ComputerHeadsetHuman Interface DeviceLaptop ComputerModemNetwork Access PointPersonal Digital Assistant (PDA)PrinterCellular TelephoneUnknown Devices

Getting Started 32 33 Service icons for Windows XP Service icons are gray or yellow in color (or gray with yellow accents) in their “normal” state. When in their “connected” state, the primary color of the icon changes to green. Service Icon Types Service Name Normal Connected Unavailable Audio Gate...

Getting Started 34 35 Device icons for Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 Device Icon Types Device Type Normal Connected Paired Audio GatewayDesktop ComputerHeadsetHuman Interface DeviceLaptop ComputerModemNetwork Accept PointPrinterCellular TelephonePersonal Digital Assistant (PDA)Unknown Devices

Getting Started 34 35 Service icons for Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 SERVICE ICONS ARE GRAY OR YELLOW IN COLOR (OR GRAY WITH YELLOW ACCENTS) IN THEIR “NORMAL” STATE. WHEN IN THE “CONNECTED” STATE, THE PRIMARY COLOR OF THE ICON CHANGES TO GREEN. Service Icon Types Service Name Normal Connected Not Availa...

Getting Started 36 37 My Bluetooth Places After you have successfully installed the Bluetooth software, you will see an icon on your desktop and an icon on Window System Tray. These are two shortcuts to My Bluetooth Places.To start Bluetooth: Right-Click the icon on Window System Tray and select Sta...

Getting Started 36 37 You may also let BTW automatically search for devices for you. To do so, simply configure the settings in the Discovery Panel. For details, see Configuration Panel on the following. However, to be certain that the displayed list of devices in the neighborhood is current, it is ...

Getting Started 38 39 The services that BTW supports are as follows: Bluetooth Serial Port establishes a wireless connection between two Bluetooth devices. The serial connection can be used by applications as though there is a serial cable between the devices. Dial-up Networking allows you to use a ...

Getting Started 38 39 PIM Synchronization allows you to synchronize Personal Information Manager (PIM) data between two Bluetooth devices. Network Access allows you to gain access to the Internet using another Bluetooth device’s Local Area Network (LAN) connection. Audio Gateway allows the microphon...

Getting Started 40 41 make a Bluetooth connection with another device. Setting up a new connection is fast and easy, you have these choices: Create a connection from the Bluetooth Icon in the System Tray In the Windows system tray, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Quick Connect and then the Bl...

Getting Started 40 41 Using the Bluetooth Setup Wizard To start the Bluetooth Setup Wizard, you have 3 ways,Start the Wizard by right-clicking the Bluetooth icon in the Windows system tray and select Bluetooth Setup Wizard.Or, In Windows Explorer, with My Bluetooth Places selected, from the Bluetoot...

Getting Started 42 43 Determining a connection status The Bluetooth Connection Status dialog box displays information about the status of a connection. It is also where you disconnect an active connection.To display the Connection Status dialog box:1. Open My Bluetooth Places and select My Device. 2...

Getting Started 42 43 • Disconnect: click this button to end your current connection. • Close: click this button to close the Bluetooth Connection Status dialog box. Send to another Bluetooth device This feature is used to send information to another Bluetooth device. Data types include: • Files for...

Getting Started 44 45 To use Send to other Bluetooth device1 In the application: 1.1 Windows Explorer – select one or more files to be transferred. 1.2 Microsoft Office – only the document in the active window can be transferred. 1.3 Microsoft Outlook – select one or more items to be transferred.2 F...

Client Applications 44 45 About Client and Server Before we start discussing about what each of the services does, let us briefly tell you a bit about Client and Server since we will be mentioning a lot of these two in this chapter.In order for two Bluetooth devices to exchange data, they must estab...

Client Applications 46 47 1. On the Client , open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2. Select Enter Bluetooth Neighborhood. 3. Right-click anywhere except on a device name and select Refresh from the pop-up menu to see an updated list. 4. Double-click HID devices , suc...

Client Applications 48 49 6. Open Volume Control on windows tray to adjust the volume you want. Client must have a sound card, microphone, and speakers installed. The Bluetooth radio on both on server and client must support audio. Headset The Headset application allows client (this computer) to use...

Client Applications 52 53 You can now open a Web browser and connect to the Internet as if the modem was attached to your computer.To close a Dial-up Networking connection:1. On the Client , open My Bluetooth Places by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. 2. Select the device that is providing ...

Client Applications 54 55 4. Right-click the server that will provide the Fax service and then select Discover Available Services to display an updated list of services. 5. Double-click Fax. Once the fax connection is established, you need to open or create the document to be faxed and use the Print...

Client Applications 54 55 5. Click the plus (+) sign right next to Public Folder to expand that folder. If there are subfolders, click all the plus (+) signs until you see all the files under the subfolders. Types of File Transfer operations There are various types of file operations that you can pe...

Client Applications 56 57 • Cut : copies a folder and its contents, or individually selected files in a folder, to the Windows clipboard. When the clipboard contents are pasted to a new location, the originally selected file(s) on the server are deleted. • Copy : copies a folder and its contents, or...

Client Applications 56 57 The supported image formats are: • BMP• GIF• PNG• JPG Image Format Conversion Some devices, particularly battery-powered devices such as phones and cameras, may only be able to accept images in one format and at a single fixed resolution. In that case, the image is converte...

Client Applications 58 59 • If a shortcut to the remote device’s imaging service exists in My Bluetooth Places, drag and drop, or, copy and paste, to that shortcut. Close an Imaging Connection Imaging connections close automatically when the image transfer is complete. To abort the image transfer, c...

Client Applications 58 59 • The remote imaging device must be installed on this computer (see below). Install an Imaging Device Note: Only Windows XP can install an imaging device; previous operating systems do not have native support for this option.Perform a search for devices and then, from Entir...

Client Applications 60 61 • Notes (*.vnt)• Messages (*.vmg)There are three types of operations:• Send – sends an object to another device. • Receive – requests an object from another device. • Exchange – sends a client object and receives a server object. You can set the default location of your bus...

Client Applications 62 63 In the next sections to follow, we will discuss about how to set up Network Access in different Windows platforms. Windows 2000, Server-side Setup 1. From the Windows Control Panel, select Network and Dial-up Connections . 2. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and s...

Client Applications 64 65 5. Select Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s Internet connection. 6. Click OK. To configure the server: 1. From the Windows Control Panel, double-click the Network icon. 2. Click the Configuration tab. Select TCP/IP -> Bluetooth LAN Access Serve...

Client Applications 64 65 4. Click the Settings button. 5. Click the DHCP tab. From the Adapter drop-down list, select the Bluetooth Windows 9x Adapter. 6. Select Enable DHCP Server. 7. Type in the client IP address range fields: − From: 210 − To: 2408. Click OK and then minimize (do not close) the ...

Bluetooth Service 66 67 Common Configuration Settings These properties can be set individually for each Bluetooth service:• Service Name - the default name of each service can be changed.• Secure Connection - requires that remote devices provide proof of identity and that all data be encrypted. • St...

Bluetooth Service 66 67 area, at the far right of the taskbar. If the notification balloon is ignored, the connection request will time out and fail. • Notification only - this type of notification does not affect access in any way; it is solely for information purposes to let you know that a connec...

Bluetooth Service 68 69 Note : After two devices are paired, the authentication notification will no longer be displayed when a connection is attempted. If Always allow… is enabled during the authorization process, the authorization notification will not be displayed on future connection attempts. C...

Bluetooth Service 68 69 Audio Gateway The Bluetooth Audio Gateway service enables the computer to use the microphone and speakers on a remote Bluetooth device as the input and output devices for the computer.For example, if this computer has voice recognition capabilities, a Bluetooth headset might ...

Bluetooth Service 70 71 The supported image formats are:• BMP• GIF• PNG• JPGReceived images are stored in the Bluetooth exchange folder. Configure the Bluetooth Imaging Service From the Windows system tray, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Advanced Configuration > Local Services, and then d...

Bluetooth Service 70 71 Determine the communications port being used by this computer for the Bluetooth Serial Port:• In the Notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Advanced Configuration, and then select the Local Services tab. The COM port assigne...

Bluetooth Service 72 73 To remove a Bluetooth Serial Port:• From the Bluetooth Configuration Panel, Local Services tab, select the port to be removed and then clickDelete. Note : The Delete button is only available when a Bluetooth Serial Port is selected. Dial-up Networking Service The Bluetooth Di...

Bluetooth Service 72 73 Configure the Fax Service From the Notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, right-click the Bluetooth icon, select Advanced Configuration > Local Services, and then double-click the Fax service.• Select the physical modem to be used from the Modems - shortcut me...

Bluetooth Service 74 75 • Rename - applies only to empty folders; file names and the names of folders that contain objects cannot be changed using this technique. • Cut, Copy, Paste, Delete, Refresh, View & New - standard Windows functions. Headset Service The Bluetooth Headset Service allows th...

Bluetooth Service 76 77 Usage Example with a Bluetooth Telephone From the Bluetooth phone, search for devices that offer the Headset Service, select the Headset Service on this computer, and then select Connect. Note : Individual Bluetooth phone manufacturers may use different terminology to describ...

Bluetooth Service 78 79 Configure the server:1. From Windows Control Panel, double-click the Network icon.2. On the Configuration tab, select TCP/IP-> Bluetooth LAN Access Server Driver (scroll down if necessary). 3. Click Properties and select the IP Address tab. • Select Specify an IP address •...

Bluetooth Service 78 79 • Server has access to the Local Area Network (LAN). If the LAN provides Internet access, the connection can be verified by using the server’s browser to connect to the Internet through the LAN. 1. Configure Bluetooth - right-click the Bluetooth icon in the notification area,...

Bluetooth Service 80 81 • Click OK to close the window.3. Click OK in the Bluetooth Properties window to complete the configuration process. Note : If a firewall is in use, additional steps may be required before the browser can access the Internet. Contact your information technology department to ...

Bluetooth Service 80 81 Four data types are supported:• Business Cards• Calendar Items• Email Messages• NotesEach data type can be saved in any of the supported and installed PIMs. Note : PIMs that are not installed on this computer will not appear in the shortcut menus. When the PIM that is associa...

Bluetooth Service 82 83 • Always send the same business card - when a request is received, always send the same business card. When this option is selected, a dialog box prompts you to select an installed Personal Information Manager (if more than one is installed on this computer) and an existing b...

Bluetooth Service 82 83 Close a PIM Item Transfer Connection PIM Item Transfer connections close automatically when the data transfer is complete. Default Business Card Selection When the Always send the same business card option is selected, a dialog box prompts you to select a default business car...

Bluetooth Service 84 85 Note : Move your mouse over a selected business card to display additional information about that contact.2. Click OK to choose a selected business card and return to the PIM Item Transfer Properties page. The chosen contact is now displayed and selected in the Business card ...

Configuration Panel 86 87 The Bluetooth Configuration Panel provides access to various settings including Bluetooth services, hardware, security, and events notification. In this chapter, we will thoroughly discuss each of the tabs in the Configuration Panel.There are two ways to open the Bluetooth ...

Configuration Panel 86 87 Accessibility Tab The Accessibility tab in the Bluetooth Configuration Panel lets you specify which remote devices can have access to your computer, which remote devices have access, and whether an audio warning is played when a Personal Identification Number (PIN code) is ...

Configuration Panel 88 89 • Only paired devices: Only devices that have been paired with your computer are allowed to connect to it. • Only devices listed below : Only the listed devices are allowed to connect to your computer (see the next section, Adding and deleting devices for details). Choose a...

Configuration Panel 88 89 Delete a device from the list In the list of devices allowed to access this computer, select the device to be removed from the list, and then click Delete. Discovery Tab The Discovery tab lets you specify whether your computer will do an automatic search for other Bluetooth...

Configuration Panel 90 91 • Report all Bluetooth devices, OR• Report only selected Bluetooth devices (see Discovery, Adding specific devices and Deleting specific devices for details.) • Select the desired option from the drop-down list. Discover Specific Devices: You can specify BTW to report only ...

Configuration Panel 90 91 Notes: Multiple devices can be selected at the same time by holding the SHIFT or CTRL key down as you select the devices.The device(s) that you want to add to the list must be within radio range. Devices that are not within radio range will NOT appear in the list of devices...

Configuration Panel 92 93 Notes: To re-enable specific device discovery, re-select Report only selected Bluetooth devices. When all devices are deleted, an error message will appear if Report all Bluetooth devices is not selected. Temporarily override the discovery of specific devices: In the Blueto...

Configuration Panel 94 95 • Fax• File Transfer• PIM Item Transfer• Dial-up Networking• Network Access• Bluetooth Serial Port Common Configuration Setting: We mentioned earlier that you could change the settings of each service individually. However, all of the local services will have common setting...

Configuration Panel 94 95 For Notification:• Notifications : provides visual and/or audio notification that a remote device is attempting to connect (or has connected) to a service on this computer. There are three types of notification:• Authentication request, also called a PIN code request: This ...

Configuration Panel 96 97 A different notification sound can be associated with each local Bluetooth service, depending on security settings, including such cases:• When a PIN code is required• When a remote device attempts to access: − files on this computer (in Windows XP only) − a Bluetooth port ...

Configuration Panel 96 97 2. Click the Local Service tab. 3. Double click a service name and select the Notifications tab. 4. In the Sound section, click the Browse button and look for the sound file (*.wav) that you want to use for notification. 5. To hear a preview of the sound, click Play . Note:...

Configuration Panel 98 99 • File Transfer: has additional setting for exchange folder location and the setting about security for files and folders. • PIM Synchronization: has additional setting for synchronization object define, such as Business Cards, Calendar Item, Email and Notes. • PIM Item Tra...

Configuration Panel 98 99 • Enter a unique name (less than 99 alphanumeric characters). • Select the appropriate security settings. • Select Startup if you want the service to start automatically when BTW initializes. • From the COM Port drop-down list, select a communications port that is not assig...

Configuration Panel 100 101 • Service Name: enter a service name (no more than 99 alphanumeric characters) in this field. In most cases, a service name is supplied by default. However, in environments where there is more than one device of the same type or one device provides more than one service o...

Configuration Panel 102 103 • Device name if connected: − Empty field – the service is not connected.− A device name and Bluetooth Device Address – identifies the device that is using the service.At times you need to interrupt a connection from the server side. To do this, simply right-click the loc...

Configuration Panel 102 103 • Device Status: indicates if the device is operating properly or if there is a problem or conflict. • Device Address: displays the Bluetooth Device Address (BDA or BD_Addr) programmed into this device when it was manufactured. • HCI Version: the version number of the Blu...

Security 104 105 Introduction Each service that the server provides can be configured to require the Secure Connection setting, that means of,• Authorization : the server operator must acknowledge all connection attempts before a connection is established. • Authentication : the server requires a Pe...

Security 104 105 2. A place for the local operator to enter a Bluetooth passkey.The operator of the remote system must then enter the identical passkey. If no passkey is supplied or if the notification is ignored after a preset timeout, access will be denied. In cases wherein devices are paired, tho...

Security 106 107 After a link key is generated, manual entry of the passkey is not require. Pairing Devices Pairing devices establishes a rather permanent relationship between two devices. It creates a permanent security link between the two and enables easy access to all the available services with...

Security 108 109 2. Select Enter Bluetooth Neighborhood. 3. Right-click anywhere except on a device name and select Refresh from the pop-up menu to see an updated list. 4. Right-click the device you want to make a pair. And select Pair Device from the shortcut menu. 5. Enter PIM Code for the devices...

Security 108 109 Secure Connection A passkey or link key is required each time a connection is attempted.All data exchanged over the Bluetooth connection is encrypted.Depending on other configuration options, authorization may also be required. Security Request Dialog Box Depending on your security ...

Security 110 111 • Device Name: displays the user-friendly name of the device that is attempting to connect. • Request to access: displays the service that the remote device is trying to access. • OK: grants permission to establish connection. • Cancel: connection is denied. • Advanced: please see n...

Troubleshooting 110 111 Below you will find the most frequently asked questions that we get from our customers. Q: What is a valid Bluetooth Device Address (BDA) and where can I find it? Can I change the BDA? A: Every Bluetooth device has a unique 48-bit Bluetooth Device Address, or BDA. This addres...

Troubleshooting 112 113 Q: How do I determine the Bluetooth Device Address (BDA) of my hardware device and the version number of both the Bluetooth Specification and the Link Manager Protocol (LMP)? A: Open the Bluetooth Configuration Panel and click the Hardware tab. Then you could see the Device A...

Troubleshooting 114 115 Q: What can I do when functions don’t run normally? A: Un-plug and plug the dongle, or re-start PC. Q: How to turn off warning message during installation under Window XP? A: Perform the following before BTW installation, to turn off warnings during installation of BTW. Start...

Technical Support 114 115 If you are still experiencing problems after reading this Product User’s Guide and the Troubleshooting section, you may contact Belkin Technical Support on 00 800 223 55 460.

Declaration of Conformity 116 117 Important Information Bluetooth products must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. The device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standa...

Information DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F8T012, F8T013 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rule...

Information Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its warranty period. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned du...

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