Bluetooth CompactFlash Card User Manual (GBC201)

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1 Bluetooth CompactFlash Card User Manual (GBC201)

2 Thank you for purchasing IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash card for PDAs! The IOGEAR Bluetooth Compact Flash Card for PDAs fits into both Type I and Type II CF slots on your PDA, and makes your PDA Bluetooth enabled. Connect your Bluetooth ready PDA and other Bluetooth devices and enjoy the freedom and flexibility of wireless information sharing. You can print, transfer files, synchronize data, and share Internet access, without cables. This unit complies with Bluetooth 1.1 specifications and provides you with a 723 Kbps date rate at ranges up to 66 feet. The low power consumption design maximizes your PDA's battery life. It is easy to install and use, and it is compatible with all PDAs that have Microsoft Pocket PC. We hope you enjoy using your IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash card for PDAs, another connectivity solution from IOGEAR IOGEAR. All Rights Reserved. PKG-M0036 IOGEAR, the IOGEAR logo, MiniView, VSE are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Macintosh, G3/G4 and imac are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IOGEAR makes no warranty of any kind with regards to the information presented in this document. All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this document.

3 Table of Contents Package Contents Overview Features System Requirements Installation Configure and Setting Your Bluetooth Compact Flash Card Connecting Your Bluetooth Compact Flash Card To Other Bluetooth Devices How to Connect to a Printer How to use PrintPocketCE Network Access/Internet Sharing Through Bluetooth Enabled Computers How to Connect to a Cellular Phone Frequently Asked Questions What is Pairing?

4 Table of Contents What does Pairing Mean in Terms of Security?... What is a Pass Key?... Pairing Devices... Unpairing Devices... Specifications... Technical Support... Radio & TV Interference Statement... Limited Warranty

5 Package Contents The complete Bluetooth CompactFlash Card package consists of: 1. GBC201 Bluetooth CompactFlash Card 2. Installation CD 3. User manual 4. Warranty registration card If any of these items are missing or damaged please contact your dealer immediately. 3

6 Overview Bluetooth is a low-power wireless networking standard which uses short radio links that allow electronic devices to communicate with each other without using cables. The following services are supported by Bluetooth technology: Dial up to the Internet on your computer over your Bluetooth cellular phone. Send a fax from your computer over your Bluetooth cellular phone. Synchronize your Bluetooth PDA with your computer. Send your business card to anyone who has a Bluetooth device. Send or receive files to or from anyone who has a Bluetooth enabled device. Chat with anyone who has a Bluetooth enabled computer. Play a one-on-one serial game without a cable. Send an without being wired to the network. 4

7 Overview The IOGEAR Bluetooth Compact Flash Card for PDAs fits into both Type I and Type II CF slots on your PDA, and makes your PDA Bluetooth enabled. Connect your Bluetooth ready PDA and other Bluetooth devices and enjoy the freedom and flexibility of wireless information sharing. You can print, transfer files, synchronize data, and share Internet access, without cables. This unit complies with Bluetooth 1.1 specifications and provides you with a 723 Kbps data rate at ranges up to 66 feet. The low power consumption design maximizes your PDA's battery life. It is easy to install and use, and it is compatible with all PDAs that have Microsoft Pocket PC. 5

8 Features Enable a PDA with Bluetooth capability Type I CompactFlash card, fits both Type I and II CompactFlash slots Allows wireless working distances of up to 66 feet (20 meters) Connects with computers, printers, cell phones and other devices on your Bluetooth Personal Area Network Features user-friendly software Low power consumption maximizes your PDA s battery life Built-in encryption and authentication for safe, secure wireless communication Supports data transfer rates of up to 723 Kbps 6

9 Requirements System Requirements: PDAs with either Type I or Type II CompactFlash slot Operating System: Microsoft Pocket PC 2000 or Pocket PC 2002 IOGEAR has a full line of KVM, FireWire, USB, USB 2.0, and Bluetooth products. Please visit our website at for further information. 7

10 Installation NOTE: Before installing the IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash Card software, make sure that Microsoft ActiveSync has been properly setup on the PC, and that the PDA and the PC are connected via the USB data transfer cable. 1. Insert the IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash Card Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. The Installation CD will auto-play and the InstallShield Wizard will pop up. In case Auto-Play has been disabled, manually start the Setup file on the Installation CD. 8

11 Installation 3. Read and agree to the License Agreement by clicking on Yes. 4. Select the desired Setup type and click on OK. 9

12 Installation 5. The Installation may take a few minutes. 6. After the installation process, the InstallShield Wizard will install the Windows CE software onto the PDA. Click Yes to install the software into the default directory on the PDA 10

13 Installation 7. Copying the necessary files onto the PDA may take a few minutes. 9. Click on Finish to complete the installation on your PC. 8. Click on OK. 11

14 Installation 10. If the PDA is connected to your computer, the software will be immediately installed and configured. Otherwise, the software will be installed the next time, the PDA synchronizes with the computer using MS ActiveSync. 11. After the installation has been completed, a dialogue box will appear and confirm that the installation was successful. Read the instructions on the screen and make sure to check Add a shortcut in the Start menu. Tap on OK in the upper-right corner. 12

15 Installation 12. Unplug and reset the PDA. Note: Please refer to the PDA manufacturer s manual regarding the factory reset of the PDA. Turning the PDA On and Off does not reset the PDA. 13. Insert the Bluetooth Compact Flash Card into the compact flash slot on your PDA Congratulations! The IOGEAR Bluetooth Manager has been successfully installed on your PDA. 13

16 Configuring and Setting Your IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash Card Before using your newly installed IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash Card, make sure that your Bluetooth CompactFlash Card is configured properly. NOTE: The default settings should work with your current Bluetooth setup and only need to be changed if there is a conflict between Bluetooth devices. 14

17 Configuration 1. Double-tap on the Bluetooth icon in the lower-left corner to access the configurations and settings menus. 2. The General Bluetooth tab shows the current profile and status of your Bluetooth CompactFlash card. Doubletapping the Bluetooth Manager link will allow you to set the connections (refer to next topic: Connecting Your IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash Card To Other Bluetooth Devices). 15

18 Configuration 3. The Accessibility tab allows you to change the device s name and allow other Bluetooth devices to connect to your Bluetooth -enabled PDA. Checking the option of Other devices can discover me allows other Bluetooth devices to see and pair to this PDA. 4. The File Transfer tab allows you to set the security level of file transfer service and specify the folder for sharing. In the following sample, My Document\Business folder is shared and allow access by other devices. You are able to set various security levels such as requiring authorization and requiring authorization with passkey. 16

19 Configuration 5. The Information Exchange tab allows you to set the security level of the information exchange service and you can also specify the vcard (If a vcard business card has already been setup) to be used. 6. The Serial Port tab allows you to set the security level of the serial port service. You can also check which COM ports are being used for incoming and outbound data. 17

20 Configuration 7. The Bluetooth Dial-Up Networking tab allows you to set the security level of the Dial-Up Networking service and to configure the modem options. 8. The About tab displays the Bluetooth driver information. 18

21 Configuration 9. Tapping on the Advanced tab will allow you to check each component s driver version number 19

22 Operation Connecting Your IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash Card To Other Bluetooth Devices Using the Bluetooth Manager, it is easy to configure and setup your IOGEAR Bluetooth CompactFlash Card. All other Bluetooth - enabled devices within range will be recognized instantly such as printers, computers, cellular phones, and other PDAs (Personal Digital Assistant). Creating a connection between your Bluetooth - enabled Pocket PC PDA and a networked computer will allow you to share its Internet Connection (only if that computer has access to the Internet), synchronize with other devices, and share files. 3How to Connect to a Printer: NOTE: A 3 rd party application such as PrintPocketCE MUST be installed on the PDA before printing is possible. The software can be obtained at PrintPocketCE.htm. 20

23 Operation 1. Go to Start > Bluetooth Manager. 3. Click on Explore a Bluetooth device and click on Next. 2. Tap on New on the lower taskbar and select Connect. 21

24 Operation 4. Follow the instructions on the screen and tap inside the device selection box. 5. Select the printer (e.g. deskjet 995c) by tapping on it. 6. The printer will appear inside the selection box. 22

25 Operation 7. Click on Next. 8. Select the desired Security setting and tap on Next The Bluetooth Connection Wizard will detect available services for the printer. the printer.

26 Operation 10. Select the desired service (e.g. Serial Port) and tap on Next. 11. A shortcut will be created and put into My Shortcuts folder. Tap on Finish. 24

27 Operation 12. Install a 3 rd party application, such as PrintPocketCE to print to a printer. 13. Start PrintPocketPC under Programs. 25

28 Operation How to use PrintPocketCE: 14. Select on the desired file to be printed (any Word, Excel, or file). 15. In the next screen, select the right printer under Printer and the right port under Port. If other settings need to be modified, tap on More Settings. 26

29 Operation 16. Make all necessary modifications (if applicable), then tap on OK. 17. Back at the previous screen, tap on Start Printing. A dialogue box will prompt that printing is in progress. Tap on Cancel at any time to abort the printing process. After all data has been sent, the printer will start printing. 27

30 Operation Network Access/Internet Sharing Through Bluetooth Enabled Computers Note: The computer has to have an active Internet connection and set up for Internet sharing, and Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5 or higher has already been installed before attempting to synchronize. Follow the directions under ActiveSync via Bluetooth. After the PDA has been linked to the computer via ActiveSync, it is possible to browse the Internet on the PDA. (Windows 98 and ME do not support Internet Sharing because of the lack of routing capabilities. Some third party software may allow Internet Sharing for Windows 98 and ME, but is NOT support by IOGEAR.) 28

31 Operation 1. Go to Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap on New on the lower taskbar and select Connect. 3. Tap on ActiveSync via Bluetooth. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen, then tap on Next. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen, then tap on Next. 29

32 Operation 6. Follow the instructions on the screen and tap inside the device selection box. 7. Select the computer with Internet access and tap on Next. 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and tap inside the device selection box. 30

33 Operation 8. The computer will appear inside the selection box. 9. Tap on Next. 10. Select the desired Security setting and tap on Next. 31

34 Operation 11. Click on Finish to create a shortcut in the My Shortcuts folder. 12. Tapping twice on the ActiveSync shortcut will initiate synchronization. You can browse the Internet on your PDA now. 32

35 Operation Using PDA with Bluetooth Ready Cellular Phones 1. Go to Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap on New on the lower taskbar and select Connect. 3. Tap on Partner with a cell phone. 4. Select the Bluetooth cellular phone under Phone selection..5. Follow the instructions on the screen and tap on Next. 6. Select the appropriate phone from the list. The phone will appear inside the selection box. 33

36 Operation 7. Tap on Next. 10. Enter the Passkey (must be identical to the Passkey chosen on the Pocket PC.) NOTE: Some Bluetooth cell phones (e.g. Sony Ericsson T68) MUST initiate the pairing process in order to successfully pair. Please pay close attention to the on-screen instructions. 8. Follow the instructions on the screen and enter a Passkey (See Frequently asked questions: What is Pairing?). Tap on Next. 9. The Bluetooth enabled cell phone will prompt for the Passkey. 34

37 Operation 11. The dialogue box will confirm that both devices have been paired. Tap on Finish. 12. All necessary shortcuts are out into the My Shortcuts folder. IMPORTANT: In order to use all the services of the mobile phone, please refer to the mobile phone manufacturer s manual. 35

38 Frequently Asked Questions What is Pairing? Pairing is a Bluetooth function that enables Bluetooth devices to remain permanently linked to another. What does Pairing Mean in Terms of Security? The Pass Key authentication is perpetuated in Pairing, meaning that devices will not ask for a Pass Key once they are paired. Paired devices will remain linked, even if other paired devices are turned off. Once a paired device turns back on, it is ready to be used and service requests will not ask for the Pass Key again. The Built-in 128 bit security encryption of Bluetooth assures the privacy of your paired devices. Note: If devices are unpaired, it is necessary to enter a pass key each time a service request is made from or to another Bluetooth device. What is a Pass Key? A Pass Key (sometimes referred to as a Link Key) is a unique password set by the user, when devices are paired or when Bluetooth - enabled devices are being accessed. The Pass Key is case-sensitive and can be alphanumeric, numbers, or letters. The Pass Key must consist of one (1) or more characters. 36

39 Frequently Asked Questions How to Pair Devices 1. Right-click on the Bluetooth device and click on Pair device. 2. Enter a Pass Key when asked. Note: The Pass Key on both devices must be the same! Example: If Device 1 tries to pair with Device 2, Device 1 will prompt for a Pass Key. Enter any Pass Key. Device 2 will then ask for a Pass Key. Enter the Pass Key, which has been set for Device 1. Done! 3. The Device is now paired. How to Unpair Devices 1. Right-click on the paired Bluetooth device in the list and click on Unpair device. 2. Device is now unpaired. 37

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41 39 Specifications

42 Technical Support If you need technical support, please check out our IOGEAR Tech Info Library (T.I.L.) at for the latest tips, tricks, and troubleshooting. The IOGEAR T.I.L. was designed to provide you with the latest technical information about our products. Most of the answers to your questions can be found here, so please try it out before contacting technical support. Technical support is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm PST and can be reached at (949)

43 Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at their own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference. 41

44 Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions, or updates. For further inquiries please contact your direct vendor. 42

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