BlueFRITZ! USB
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Contents
1 Welcome to BlueFRITZ! USB 6
1.1 This Is BlueFRITZ! USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Requirements for BlueFRITZ! USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3 The BlueFRITZ! USB LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2 Installing BlueFRITZ! USB 8
2.1 Connecting BlueFRITZ! USB to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2 What Is Installed?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.3 Installing the Driver Software in Windows XP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Installing the Driver Software in Windows Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.5 Installing the Driver Software in Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.6 Installing the Driver Software in Windows 98 SE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.7 The Control Software BlueFRITZ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.8 Installing the FRITZ! Communications Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.9 Installing the AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.10 Errors During Installation: What to Do. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.11 Where to Find What After Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3 Using the Bluetooth Stick BlueFRITZ! USB 18
3.1 The BlueFRITZ! Control Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.2 The BlueFRITZ! Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.3 Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4 Application Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4 FRITZ!: Internet and ISDN Software 35
4.1 The Many Facets of FRITZ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.2 Blocking Numbers with ISDNWatch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.3 Going Online with FRITZ!web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.4 Faxing with FRITZ!fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.5 Multiple Subscriber Numbers (MSNs) for the FRITZ! Modules. . . . 41
4.6 ISDN and the Internet with Windows System Services . . . . . . . . . 41
BlueFRITZ! USB – Contents 3
5 How BlueFRITZ! USB Works 44
5.1 BlueFRITZ! USB: General Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.2 Bluetooth: The Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.3 The Bluetooth Technology of BlueFRITZ! USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
5.4 Optimum Connections with Bluetooth Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
6 Removing the Software 48
6.1 Removing Software Components in Windows XP and 2000 . . . . .48
6.2 Removing Software Components in Windows Me and 98 SE . . . . 49
7 Customer Service Guide 51
7.1 Information Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
7.2 information in the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
7.3 Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
7.4 Assistance From AVM Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Index 55
Declaration of CE Conformity 58
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Welcome to BlueFRITZ! USB
1 Welcome to BlueFRITZ! USB
Welcome to BlueFRITZ! USB. This manual is your passport to
wireless ISDN and ADSL communication. It contains information about the scope of functions, operation and installation
of BlueFRITZ! USB and the accompanying software. It also explains how to connect to the Internet and how to take advantage of all of BlueFRITZ! USB’s useful features.
1.1 This Is BlueFRITZ! USB
The Bluetooth stick BlueFRITZ! USB makes wireless connections to various Bluetooth remote sites possible. These can
include access points which provide you with access to ADSL
or ISDN. You can also connect to other computers with BlueFRITZ! USB, to printers, mobile phones and PDAs. That
means mobility while working with all advantages of DSL and
ISDN: high transmission speed, fast connection, optimum
line quality and maximum operating reliability.
The BlueFRITZ! USB communications package consists of:
z BlueFRITZ! USB with its accompanying software
z FRITZ!, the ISDN communications software
z AVM system drivers
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Requirements for BlueFRITZ! USB
1.2 Requirements for BlueFRITZ! USB
In order to operate BlueFRITZ! USB, you must have the following:
z A USB port on your computer.
z A computer with one of the following operating systems:
Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000 or
Windows 98.
If you already have an ISDN-Controller installed in your computer, BlueFRITZ! USB will be installed without ISDN support. You can continue to use your familiar controller for ISDN communication.
You can install BlueFRITZ! USB if your computer meets all of
these requirements.
1.3 The BlueFRITZ! USB LEDs
The current operational state of BlueFRITZ! USB is indicated
by two LEDs (light-emitting diodes) on the front panel. The
LEDs indicate specific conditions as listed in the following table:
LED Event type
USB indicates that BlueFRITZ! USB was recognized by the
operating system
Bluetooth indicates a Bluetooth connection with a Bluetooth de-
vice
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Installing BlueFRITZ! USB
2 Installing BlueFRITZ! USB
BlueFRITZ! USB can be installed in the operating systems Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows 98 SE.
In some operating systems the display of menus and folders
can be changed. The following instructions are based on the
standard installation of each operating system.
2.1 Connecting BlueFRITZ! USB to the Computer
Perform the following steps to connect BlueFRITZ! USB to the
computer:
1. Switch your computer on and start the Windows operating system.
2. Insert BlueFRITZ! USB in your PC's USB port.
Your operating system’s Hardware Wizard detects BlueFRITZ!
USB automatically, so that you now can install the BlueFRITZ!
USB software. Follow the instructions in the sections below.
2.2 What Is Installed?
In the first installation the driver software for BlueFRITZ! USB
and the BlueFRITZ! control software are configured.
See the section for your operating system for installation instructions.
If you install a BlueFRITZ! ISDN Set with a preconfigured connection, the connection between BlueFRITZ! USB and BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN will be established automatically.
Once installation is complete you can install the FRITZ! communications software, the AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver and
other AVM system drivers or software for online services.
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Installing the Driver Software in Windows XP
2.3 Installing the Driver Software in Windows XP
Administrator rights are required to install the driver software in Windows XP.
Once the BlueFRITZ! USB is connected to your computer, the
“Found New Hardware Wizard” of Windows XP is started automatically.
1. Insert the installation CD and follow the instructions on
the screen.
2. After the sign-on window, select the option “Install the
software automatically (Recommended)”. Confirm with
“Next”.
3. In the next window, select the option “CD-ROM drives”
and confirm by clicking “Next”.
4. The program reports that a driver was found. Click
“Next” to install the driver.
5. A message appears: “Windows has finished installing
the software for this device”. Conclude the installation
by clicking “Finish”.
This completes the driver installation. For more information,
see the section “The Control Software BlueFRITZ!” on
page 13.
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Installing the Driver Software in Windows Me
2.4 Installing the Driver Software in Windows Me
In Windows Me, BlueFRITZ! USB has only the CIP. PAN, DUN,
SPP and HCRP profiles available for connections to Bluetooth remote sites. For more detailed information on the
Bluetooth profiles mentioned here, see “Optimum Connections with Bluetooth Profiles” on page 45.
Once the BlueFRITZ! USB has been connected to your computer, the Plug & Play mechanism of Windows Me recognizes
BlueFRITZ! USB automatically.
1. Insert the installation CD and follow the instructions on
the screen.
2. When asked: “What would you like to do?”, select the
option “Automatic search for a better driver (Recommended).”.
3. The message “Windows has finished installing the software you selected that your new hardware device requires” appears. Conclude the installation by clicking
“Finish”.
4. Next you will be prompted to reboot the computer. Answer the prompt with “Yes”.
Once the computer has rebooted, the BlueFRITZ! application appears automatically.
This completes the driver installation. For more information,
see the section “The Control Software BlueFRITZ!” on
page 13.
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Installing the Driver Software in Windows 2000
2.5 Installing the Driver Software in Windows 2000
Administrator rights are required to install the driver software in Windows 2000.
Once the BlueFRITZ! USB has been connected to your computer, the Found New Hardware Wizard of Windows 2000 is
started automatically.
1. Insert the installation CD and follow the instructions on
the screen.
2. In the next window, select the option “Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)” and confirm
your selection with “Next”.
3. In the next window, select the option “CD-ROM drives”
and confirm by clicking “Next”.
4. The program reports that a driver was found. Click
“Next” to install the driver.
5. A message appears: “Windows has finished installing
the software for this device”. Conclude the installation
by clicking “Finish”.
This completes the driver installation. For more information,
see the section “The Control Software BlueFRITZ!” on
page 13.
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Installing the Driver Software in Windows 98 SE
2.6 Installing the Driver Software in Windows 98 SE
In Windows 98 SE, BlueFRITZ! USB has only the CIP. PAN,
DUN, SPP and HCRP profiles available for connections to
Bluetooth remote sites. For more detailed information on the
Bluetooth profiles mentioned here, see “Optimum Connections with Bluetooth Profiles” on page 45.
Once the BlueFRITZ! USB has been connected to your computer, the Plug & Play mechanism of Windows 98 SE recognizes the BlueFRITZ! USB automatically.
1. Insert the installation CD and follow the instructions on
the screen.
2. The Add New Hardware Wizard searches for a Bluetooth
device. Confirm with “Next”.
3. When asked “What do you want Windows to do?”, select the option “Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended)”. Confirm with “Next”.
4. When the program asks where the driver is located, activate only the option “CD-ROM drive”. Confirm with
“Next”.
5. The operating system searches for the device's driver
software.
6. The message “Windows has finished installing the software you selected that your new hardware device requires” appears. Conclude the installation by clicking
“Finish”.
7. Next you will be prompted to reboot the computer. Answer the prompt with “Yes”.
Once the computer has rebooted, the BlueFRITZ! application appears automatically.
This completes the driver installation.
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The Control Software BlueFRITZ!
2.7 The Control Software BlueFRITZ!
The BlueFRITZ! control software is installed along with the
BlueFRITZ! USB driver software. After the driver software has
been installed, BlueFRITZ! starts automatically and looks for
suitable Bluetooth remote sites in your vicinity.
If you install a BlueFRITZ! ISDN Set with a preconfigured connection, the connection between BlueFRITZ! USB and BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN will be established automatically.
All Bluetooth devices that are compatible with BlueFRITZ!
USB are displayed in a list in the “Find and select Bluetooth
Device”
1. Select a Bluetooth device that you would like to include
2. A window for entering the Bluetooth passkey opens. En-
window.
in your Bluetooth location and confirm by clicking “Select Bluetooth Device”.
The new Bluetooth device is displayed in BlueFRITZ! as
a known device.
ter the passkey of the Bluetooth device.
AVM Access Points have the passkey printed on the
bottom of the device.
The Bluetooth connection is established.
Once all BlueFRITZ! USB software has been installed and the
Bluetooth connection with a Bluetooth device has been established, a message appears announcing that the FRITZ!
communications software can be installed.
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Installing the FRITZ! Communications Software
2.8 Installing the FRITZ! Communications Software
Once the BlueFRITZ! control software has been installed you
can install the FRITZ! communications software.
Proceed as follows for installation:
1. Insert the installation CD. The installation of the FRITZ!
software starts automatically.
2. Enter the folder on your computer in which FRITZ! is to
be installed. Confirm with “Next”.
3. The next step is to specify the program folder for FRITZ!
in the start menu. Confirm with “Next”.
4. Select the programs to be installed. Confirm with
“Next”.
5. First you are asked whether you work at a PBX extension. Select this option only if the your access point's
ISDN cable is not connected directly to the ISDN access
of your NT. Confirm with “Next”.
This completes the installation of the FRITZ! communications
software. In the next step you can install the AVM ISDN CAPI
Port Driver.
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Installing the AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver
2.9 Installing the AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver
After installing FRITZ!, a window with four settings pages
opens for the installation of the AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver.
z Modems
Select here the CAPI Port modems you would like to install, such as “AVM ISDN Internet (PPP over ISDN)” for a
connection to an Internet Service Provider using Windows’ Dial-Up Networking. For more information about
the individual virtual modems, select one of the modems and then press “F1”.
z MSN
On the “MSN” settings page, you can enter a specific
MSN to be used for outgoing connections over the two
virtual modems “AVM ISDN Internet (PPP over ISDN)”
and “AVM ISDN RAS (PPP over ISDN)”. This can be useful for keeping track of online costs. More information is
available in the Online Help once you have installed the
AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver.
z Port
On this settings page you can assign specific COM ports
to the virtual modems. If no special COM port settings
are required in your system, simply confirm the default
settings.
z AVM Test Connection / Fast Internet over ISDN
Define here whether you want two new connections to be
automatically created in Dial-Up Networking on installation: AVM Fast Internet and AVM Intranet. Dial-Up Networking must already be installed on your computer.
This concludes the software installation for BlueFRITZ! USB.
Restart your computer.
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Errors During Installation: What to Do
2.10Errors During Installation: What to Do
If no connection can be made to a Bluetooth device during
the BlueFRITZ! USB installation, please note the following:
No Bluetooth devices were found.
z Check whether the Bluetooth device is located within
transmission range of BlueFRITZ! USB. Try to establish a
connection over a shorter distance.
z Make sure that the power supply of the Bluetooth
device is secure.
Could not register at the Bluetooth device.
z Make sure you enter the passkey correctly. The passkey
is case-sensitive!
Try again to connect to the Bluetooth device.
Perform the following steps:
z Double-click the BlueFRITZ! icon in the notification area
of the Windows taskbar.
The BlueFRITZ! window opens.
z Click the BlueFRITZ! USB device icon in the “Local
Bluetooth Device” section and then select the
command “Search for New Bluetooth Devices”.
z Follow the instructions in the section “The Control
Software BlueFRITZ!” on page 13.
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Where to Find What After Installation
2.11Where to Find What After Installation
After installation with default settings you will find the software components of BlueFRITZ! USB at the following locations:
The BlueFRITZ! program icon is located in the notification area of the task bar. You can control all basic functions of BlueFRITZ! using the context menu of the program icon.
The program icon indicates active Bluetooth connections
with blue radio waves. If no Bluetooth connection is active,
this is indicated by black waves.
The “Start / Control Panel” menu contains the entry “BlueFRITZ!” with which the application can be started manually.
The Windows “Start” menu now includes a program group
“FRITZ!” in the “All Programs” group. The FRITZ! communication software modules are located here. The modules can also be opened by means of the “FRITZ! ISDN and Internet”
link on your desktop. For information on features and operation of the FRITZ! modules, please see the chapter “FRITZ!:
Internet and ISDN Software” on page 35.
If you have installed the AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver, a link to
the Help file is created on your desktop.
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Using the Bluetooth Stick BlueFRITZ! USB
3 Using the Bluetooth Stick BlueFRITZ!
USB
With the Bluetooth Stick BlueFRITZ! USB you can set up Bluetooth connections to various Bluetooth devices. The BlueFRITZ! control software assists you in setting up such a network. The BlueFRITZ! control software helps you establish
and clear Bluetooth connections and view the connection
stats of all of your Bluetooth connections. BlueFRITZ! also allows you to organize the Bluetooth remote sites of BlueFRITZ! USB into locations and configure all parameters for
your connections.
3.1 The BlueFRITZ! Control Software
BlueFRITZ! offers two different views for operating and configuring all Bluetooth connections.
z the program icon in the notification area of the taskbar.
After BlueFRITZ! USB is installed and connected to a
Bluetooth device, BlueFRITZ! appears as a program icon
in the notification area of the task bar. All of the basic
functions of the program can be operated using the
context menu (right mouse button) of this icon. Connections between BlueFRITZ! USB and a Bluetooth remote
site are restored automatically each time the computer
is started.
The program icon indicates active Bluetooth connections with blue radio waves. If no Bluetooth connection
is active, this is indicated by black waves.
Bluetooth connection active
no Bluetooth connection active
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z
the BlueFRITZ! window
All Bluetooth devices and connections are displayed in
the BlueFRITZ! window. Connections can be established
and cleared using the context menus (right mouse button) of these icons. All features of the Bluetooth devices
and connections can also be viewed here.
Double-click the program icon BlueFRITZ! in the notification area of the Windows taskbar to open the BlueFRITZ! window.
3.2 The BlueFRITZ! Window
The BlueFRITZ! window is divided into three sections.
The left side shows your own Bluetooth device, the Bluetooth stick BlueFRITZ! USB, complete with name and Bluetooth address.
The middle section displays icons of all connections to
known Bluetooth devices. When a connection is active, the
icon shows the Bluetooth profile used for the connection
along with the connection quality.
The right side displays all Bluetooth devices registered as
known devices at the selected location. It is possible to connect to any of these devices immediately.
The BlueFRITZ! Window
BlueFRITZ!: Bluetooth connection between BlueFRITZ! USB and
various Bluetooth devices
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The BlueFRITZ! Window
Every device and every connection has special properties.
Click on the icons of the devices and connections to open a
menu that displays information about the properties of the
devices and connections as well as additional options for operating the devices and connections.
The following capabilities are provided:
Properties
To view the properties of a device or a connection, doubleclick its icon and select “Properties”. The properties of the
device or the connection are displayed.
Establishing and Clearing Connections
You can establish and clear Bluetooth connections using the
connection icons. If a Bluetooth device can be connected using multiple Bluetooth profiles, select the appropriate profile
when establishing the current connection. It is also possible
to set up the connection using all profiles at the same time.
z To establish a connection, click the connection symbol
and select the “Connect with ... / <desired profile>”
command.
z To clear a connection, click the connection symbol and
select the “Clear from ... / <desired profile>” command.
Search for New Bluetooth Devices
BlueFRITZ! USB can connect to up to seven Bluetooth devices at one location.
z To search for new Bluetooth devices at your location,
click the BlueFRITZ! USB device icon in the “Local
Bluetooth Device” area and select the command
“Search for New Bluetooth Devices”.
Note that Bluetooth devices use different profiles for Bluetooth connections. Profiles are required to ensure that data
are transmitted correctly for specific applications. For more
information about Bluetooth profiles, see “Optimum Connections with Bluetooth Profiles” on page 45.
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The BlueFRITZ! Window
Managing Locations
If you use BlueFRITZ! USB on a notebook at different locations, there are different Bluetooth devices available as remote sites at each location.
To simplify and organize your connections to different Bluetooth remote sites, you can sort the Bluetooth devices into
separate locations.
z To create a location, click the BlueFRITZ! USB device
icon and select the command “Locations / Manage
Locations”.
z The “Manage Locations” window is opened. Here
locations can be configured to your needs.
Networks with Bluetooth
With BlueFRITZ! USB you can connect up to eight computers
in a wireless network via Bluetooth.
The network is created with the PAN profile as a wireless LAN
between the Bluetooth devices. In this network you can
share network resources like hard drives, CD players and recorders, Internet access, printers, and scanners.
You have access to all computers connected with each other
using the PAN profile.
The context menus of all Bluetooth devices contain the commands “Connect Computer... ”, “Internet Access via...” and
“Network Connections” for this purpose.
For more information, see the BlueFRITZ! Online Help.
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Scenarios
3.3 Scenarios
With the features of BlueFRITZ! USB, the AVM Access Points
and all other Bluetooth devices, a variety of Bluetooth scenarios are possible at your workplace.
A number of example Bluetooth locations for single workplaces and small networks are introduced in this section. For
more information, see the BlueFRITZ! Online Help.
Scenario 1: Bluetooth Location at a Stand-alone PC
The Bluetooth location of a stand-alone PC in your home office could look like the following:
z BlueFRITZ! USB is connected to your computer.
z You connect to an access point like BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN
z Your printer supports Bluetooth, and is connected with
z To keep your address book databases current on all
and use the CIP profile to connect to ISDN and to the
Internet.
your computer using the HCRP profile.
mobile devices, you connect BlueFRITZ! USB to your
mobile phone and PDA using the SPP profile.
Bluetooth must be enabled on all of the devices you
wish to connect. Some manufacturers supply their own
software for such devices. Consult the manuals for
more information.
All connections in this example configuration can be established with BlueFRITZ! by searching for a device and then connecting it with BlueFRITZ! USB using the appropriate profile.
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Scenario 2: Bluetooth Network Environment
Scenario 2: Bluetooth Network Environment
A Bluetooth network in your office could look like the following:
z You have three computers which are to be connected in
a wireless network. All of the computers have
BlueFRITZ! USB and the corresponding software
installed.
z An ISDN-Controller is installed in one of your
computers, to provide access to the Internet.
z You also have an access point like BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN,
and both a printer and scanner that support Bluetooth,
which are to be used jointly by all computers in the
network.
z The participants in the network also have devices like
mobile phones and PDAs, which they also use privately.
A functioning TCP/IP network is required for this configuration. In this network the computer which contains the ISDNController serves as the gateway. The TCP/IP protocol must
be bound to BlueFRITZ! USB on this computer and an IP address must be assigned for the device. Once these settings
have been made, make sure that all computers can access
the gateway computer. Do this by registering the IP address
of the gateway as the default gateway on each of the workplace computers.
Then use the PAN profile to connect all computers with the
access point. The access point takes on the role of mediator
in the network and, in ideal physical constellations, can double the range between devices. Each computer in the network can then dial in to the Internet using the BlueFRITZ!
control software.
If you use the FRITZ!web program for Internet access, sharing of this application must be enabled for all network workplaces.
Printers and scanners can then be connected to any computer in the network. A network drive connection can then allow
every computer in the network to use these devices. Network
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Application Examples
drive connections are possible only when sharing of the
printer/scanner has been enabled on the computer to which
it is connected.
All network computers can establish a direct Bluetooth connection to all other devices like mobile phones and PDAs.
3.4 Application Examples
This section describes examples of how BlueFRITZ! USB can
be used with other Bluetooth devices.
Establishing a Bluetooth Connection to an AVM
Access Point
Work through the following steps to establish a connection
between BlueFRITZ! USB and an AVM Access Point:
1. Click the program icon and select “Display connections”.
2. The BlueFRITZ! window opens. Click the BlueFRITZ! USB
device icon in the “Local Bluetooth Device” section and
then select the command “Search for New Bluetooth
Devices”.
3. In the list of the Bluetooth devices found, select the
AVM Access Point and then click “Select Bluetooth Device”.
4. Enter the Bluetooth passkey of the Access Point. The
passkey is printed on the underside of the Access Point.
The Access Point is listed as a known Bluetooth device
in BlueFRITZ!.
5. Click the new connection icon and select the “Connect
with... / All Profiles” command.
The Bluetooth connection is established.
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BlueFRITZ! Installing an ISDN Set with a Preconfigured Connection
BlueFRITZ! Installing an ISDN Set with a
Preconfigured Connection
If you install a BlueFRITZ! ISDN Set with a preconfigured connection, the connection between BlueFRITZ! USB and BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN will be established automatically. Proceed as
follows for installation:
1. BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN receives electrical power via the ISDN NT. Make sure that the ISDN NT is connected to the
power supply.
2. Connect BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN to the ISDN NT.
3. Insert BlueFRITZ! USB in your PC's USB port.
4. Insert the installation CD.
5. Select the option “Install software automatically (recommended)”.
6. In the next window, select the option “CD-ROM drives”.
The program reports that a driver was found.
7. Conclude the installation by clicking “Finish”.
Now the BlueFRITZ! program is started. The connection between BlueFRITZ! USB and BlueFRITZ! AP-ISDN is established
automatically.
Internet Access with BlueFRITZ! USB and a
Bluetooth Access Point
With the BlueFRITZ! USB and a Bluetooth access point you
can establish fast and secure access to the Internet. Use the
FRITZ!web module of the FRITZ! communication software for
this task.
After connecting and installing BlueFRITZ! USB and the Bluetooth Access Point, the next step is to configure an Internet
connection in FRITZ!web.
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Internet Access with BlueFRITZ! USB and a Bluetooth Access Point
Set up Internet Connections
FRITZ!web requires the access information supplied by your
Internet Service Provider in order to connect to the Internet.
Obtain these access data from an Internet provider of your
choice and then enter them in FRITZ!web.
To configure an Internet connection, proceed as follows:
1. The first time you start FRITZ!web, the New Internet Connection dialog appears automatically. Enter your Internet Service Provider and your access information. You
will be prompted to do so automatically: simply follow
the instructions displayed.
Example: Dialog window for entering the access information
2. FRITZ!web appears as a small status window on your
screen.
Dial Up Internet Connection
Proceed as follows to establish a connection to the Internet:
1. Click “Start / All Programs / FRITZ!” to start FRITZ!web.
2. Now, whenever you start an Internet browser a connection to the Internet will be established.
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Internet Access with BlueFRITZ! USB and a Bluetooth Access Point
A FRITZ!web connection is active; data transfer is taking place
You can keep the FRITZ!web status window in the foreground
of the screen so that your connections can be monitored at
all times.
Operating FRITZ!web
FRITZ!web can be operated using the buttons in the status
window and the context menu of the right mouse button.
Speed display
Establish and clear connections
Conne ction icons
FRITZ!web status window
The “Start”, “Stop” and “Timer” buttons allow you to dial up
and clear connections and to toggle the “Inactivity Timeout”
option. Click with the right mouse button anywhere in the
program interface to take advantage of additional commands and settings.
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Configuring a Wireless Network with BlueFRITZ! USB
Two connections icons which take on different colors to display information about the negotiation of the connection
protocol, data transmission and whether an Internet connection is configured.
As soon as FRITZ!web has been started, an icon appears in
the notification area of the task bar. Click this symbol with either mouse button to access additional options for operating
FRITZ!web.
For detailed information about operating FRITZ!web, open
the Online Help available in the context menu of the right
mouse button.
Configuring a Wireless Network with
BlueFRITZ! USB
With BlueFRITZ! USB you can connect up to eight devices in a
wireless network. Every computer that is to access this wireless network requires a BlueFRITZ! USB stick. With the BlueFRITZ! control software, the BlueFRITZ! USB sticks then either
register at a central access point or connect to each other directly.
Connecting Two Computers with BlueFRITZ! USB
In the following description the two computers involved have
been assigned the arbitrary names A and B. It does not matter which computer is which. To network two computers, proceed as follows:
1. First, make sure that the folders and drives you wish to
exchange are enabled for sharing on both computers.
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Connecting Two Computers with BlueFRITZ! USB
2. Open the BlueFRITZ! program on both computers.
Search for Bluetooth devices at your location and set up
a Bluetooth connection between the computers.
3. To establish a Bluetooth connection, both computers
must make themselves known to the other by exchanging an identical Bluetooth passkey.
Computer A: In BlueFRITZ!, click the connection icon between your own Bluetooth device and the device icon of
the new Bluetooth client in your Bluetooth location. Select the “Connect with... / Network (PAN) – Group Adhoc Network” command.
4. Computer A: The “Bluetooth Passkey Entry” dialog appears. Enter a passkey.
z Computer B: When you confirm that the connection
should be established by clicking OK, after a short delay
the “Bluetooth Passkey Entry” dialog opens. Enter exactly
the same passkey as you did for Computer A.
The Bluetooth connection is established. To exchange data
between both computers, proceed as follows:
1. Click the device icon of the new Bluetooth client at your
Bluetooth location.
2. Select the “Network Connections / NAME” command
from the context menu.
3. The shared folders or drives are opened in a new Explorer window.
Now you can exchange data with the remote computer.
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Sending Files to Bluetooth Mobile Phones
Sending Files to Bluetooth Mobile Phones
Transmission of a file with the OPP profile is started from the
BlueFRITZ! control software.
1. Click the program icon and select “Display connections”.
2. The BlueFRITZ! window opens. Click the BlueFRITZ! USB
device icon in the “Local Bluetooth Device” section and
then select the command “Search for New Bluetooth
Devices”.
3. In the list of the Bluetooth devices found, select the mobile
phone and then click “Select Bluetooth Device”.
4. Click on the mobile phone connection icon and select
“Connect with ... / Object Push (OBEX-PUSH) - OBEX Object Push”.
5. If the selected Bluetooth device requires authorization,
enter the selected passkey on both devices.
6. In the “OBEX Object Push Profile” dialog, select the option “Send a File to the Device”, select the file to be
sent, and click “Next”.
7. The file is transmitted. The “OBEX Object Push Profile”
window displays the progress of transmission.
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Transmitting Files with the FTP Profile
Transmitting Files with the FTP Profile
The FTP Profile is used to exchange files with other computers or Bluetooth devices. Proceed as follows to transmit data
to a known Bluetooth device using FTP:
1. Click the program icon and select “Display connections”.
2. The BlueFRITZ! opens and shows all known Bluetooth
devices. Click the connection icon of the desired Bluetooth device and select “Connect with ... / File Transfer
(OBEX-FTP) - OBEX File Transfer”.
3. If the selected Bluetooth device requires authorization,
enter the selected passkey on both devices.
4. The connection is established and the BlueFRITZ! FTP
application started. The “AVM BT OBEX - (File Transfer
Profile)” window shows the current directory of the local computer on the left and the directory of the remote
device on the right side of the screen. Depending on the
rights enabled, you can navigate in both directory trees
and perform file operations. Copying, deleting, and
moving files and folders are possible. It is also permitted to transfer several files at one time.
5. To clear the connection, click the “Exit” button or close
the “AVM BT OBEX - (File Transfer Profile)” window.
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Wireless Printing with BlueFRITZ! USB
Wireless Printing with BlueFRITZ! USB
Printers equipped with an internal Bluetooth receiver or a
Bluetooth attachment can be used with BlueFRITZ! USB for
wireless printing. The printer must support the Bluetooth
profile SPP or HCRP. Proceed as follows to establish a Bluetooth connection for wireless printing:
1. Make sure that the printer is on Bluetooth stand-by.
2. Click the program icon and select “Display connections”.
3. The BlueFRITZ! window opens. Click the BlueFRITZ! USB
device icon in the “Local Bluetooth Device” section and
then select the command “Search for New Bluetooth
Devices”.
4. Select the printer from the list and register it at your
Bluetooth location.
5. Click the connection icon under “Connections” and select “Connect with ... / All Profiles”.
6. If the printer does not appear, add it as a new printer in
the Windows control panel. The printer must be configured for one of the interfaces specified in the BlueFRITZ!
control software under “Local Bluetooth Device / Properties”.
7. Now you can print wirelessly from Windows programs.
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Listening to Stereo Music with Bluetooth Headphones
Listening to Stereo Music with Bluetooth
Headphones
If you have Bluetooth stereo headphones, you can hear music wirelessly from the computer in stereo quality using the
A2DP Bluetooth profile. Proceed as follows to configure the
Bluetooth headphones:
1. Make sure that the headphones are on Bluetooth
stand-by.
2. Click the BlueFRITZ! icon in the notification area of the
Windows taskbar and select “Search for New Bluetooth
Devices”.
3. Select the headphones from the list and register them
at your Bluetooth location.
4. When prompted to configure the sound reproduction,
click the “Configure Sound Reproduction” button
5. In the “Properties of Sounds and Audio Devices” dialog, select the AVM Bluetooth Stereo Driver as the default device under “Sound Reproduction”. Confirm with
“OK”.
6. Click “Next”.
7. If other Bluetooth connections have been established
parallel to the headphones, you will be informed that
all other Bluetooth connections must be cleared for a
stereo audio conneciton. Confirm with “OK”.
The stereo audio Bluetooth connection between BlueFRITZ!
USB and your stereo headphones will be established.
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Working at Different Locations
Working at Different Locations
If you use BlueFRITZ! USB on a notebook at different locations, there are different Bluetooth devices available as remote sites at each location.
To simplify and organize your connections to different Bluetooth remote sites, you can sort the Bluetooth devices into
separate locations.
Proceed as follows to create locations:
1. Click the program icon and select “Locations / Manage
Locations”.
2. The “Manage Locations” dialog appears. In the “Location” area, click the “New” button.
3. Enter a name for this location.
4. The “Find and Select Bluetooth Devices” dialog appears. Select the device to be included at the new location, or, if the device is not included in the list, click
“Start Search” and then select the device.
5. In the “Bluetooth Devices” location, select the “Add”
button to add the other devices at the location.
6. To switch between various locations, click the program
icon and select “Locations / <your location>”.
BlueFRITZ! USB and Microsoft Bluetooth
The Bluetooth applications based on the application programming interface (API) of the Microsoft Bluetooth environment can only be executed in the Microsoft Bluetooth environment. The BlueFRITZ! control software thus offers the possibility of switching back and forth between the AVM Bluetooth environment to the Microsoft Bluetooth environment.
The Microsoft Bluetooth envirnoment is only available in the
Windows XP operating system with Service Pack 2 installed.
To switch from the AVM Bluetooth environment to the Microsoft Bluetooth environment, click the program icon and
select “Enable MS Bluetooth Stack”.
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FRITZ!: Internet and ISDN Software
4 FRITZ!: Internet and ISDN
Software
FRITZ! is the gateway to the world of ISDN communication:
surfing the Internet, sending faxes, transmitting data and
much more. This software grants you freedom of connectivity, allowing communication not only with remote partners
equipped with an ISDN line, but also connections to analog
lines. The following diagram shows some of the implementations FRITZ! and your ISDN-Controller make possible.
Exchanging e-mail
Surfing the Web
Exchanging files
Computer with BlueFRITZ!
Internet and ISDN with FRITZ!
Sending faxes
ISDN
Making phone calls
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The Many Facets of FRITZ!
4.1 The Many Facets of FRITZ!
FRITZ! consists of the following modules:
The module FRITZ!web allows the user to dial into the Internet simply and directly. Thanks to channel bundling and data compression, Internet connections with extremely high
data transmission speeds can be established. The option of
automatically clearing down idle connections saves connection costs if you are charged by connection up-time.
With FRITZ!fax you can send and receive faxes in accordance
with the G3 fax standard (analog fax). You can send fax documents directly from your text processing program. FRITZ!fax
can also poll fax servers, or work as a fax-polling server itself.
With FRITZ!fon plus a full-duplex sound adapter and a headset or other speech input/output device, telephone conversations can be conducted directly from your PC — with convenient phone book management and a note pad function.
Three parties can be connected in a conference call. You can
use short messaging service via SMS centers to send SMS to
fixed lines. FRITZ!fon includes an answering machine. Different messages can be configured for specific numbers, callers
and times of day.
Using the ISDN file manager FRITZ!data, files can be transferred quickly and securely, and your computer can be configured to receive files from outside callers. Access rights to
your files can be defined individually for each user.
In the FRITZ!-Adressbuch you can store all the information
needed to dial up connections from the various modules. The
FRITZ!-Adressbuch can be opened from any FRITZ! module.
For comprehensive information about FRITZ!, see the Online
Help.
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Blocking Numbers with ISDNWatch
4.2 Blocking Numbers with ISDNWatch
ISDNWatch is a program that supports you by monitoring
your ISDN connections.
Besides displaying the B-channel activities and the option of
logging all ISDN connections, ISDNWatch also offers a number filter.
With the ISDNWatch number filter you can block individual
numbers or whole groups of numbers for all incoming and
outgoing connections on your computer. For instance, you
can block foreign numbers, long-distance numbers or costly
service numbers. By blocking expensive service numbers
you can prevent web dialers from establishing costly connections from your computer.
For more information about the number filter and
configuration instructions, see the ISDNWatch Online Help.
4.3 Going Online with FRITZ!web
With BlueFRITZ! USB and the FRITZ!web module you can go
online fast for easy surfing. You can explore the World Wide
Web, exchange e-mail and enter chat rooms.
A wizard simplifies access to the Internet and helps you to
manage your Internet connections and settings:
z Select the “Connect to the Internet” button in the
wizard and open a web browser to establish a
connection to the Internet using the pre-configured
Internet connection.
z Click “Manage Internet Connections” to go to the dialog
for creating and editing Internet connections and
schedules.
z Click “Settings” to open the settings of FRITZ!web. Here
you can make general settings for FRITZ!web and
settings that are valid for all Internet connections.
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Channel Bundling
Custom settings for individual Internet connections can
be made with the “Edit Connection / Advanced Settings” command.
Channel Bundling
Channel bundling allows data to be transmitted from the Internet using both channels. With this feature data can be
downloaded more quickly, but transmission costs are accrued for both channels. You can activate the second channel manually or have it switched on automatically for high
data loads. The second channel can be released for incoming calls to other FRITZ! modules so that you can be reached
even when channel bundling is active.
Network Sharing
With the “Network Sharing” feature, every computer in a network can connect to the Internet via FRITZ!web.
Clearing Idle Connections Automatically
(Timer Bar)
In the FRITZ!web settings you can specify how many seconds
the line is allowed to remain idle before the existing connection to the Internet is automatically cleared down. An example: Suppose you have loaded a Web page in your browser.
While you are reading, no further data is requested over the
Internet connection. After the delay you have specified in the
settings, FRITZ!web hangs up the idle connection. Now you
can continue reading the Internet page without accruing any
further charges. The connection is not re-established until
you click a link or enter another URL. Thanks to FRITZ!web's
fast dial-up, you will hardly notice that the connection is being restored.
See the Online Help for detailed information about all
features and operation of FRITZ!webweb.
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4.4 Faxing with FRITZ!fax
With FRITZ!fax you can send, receive and poll faxes. You can
send fax documents directly from your text processing program. Existing files can be sent quickly and easily using the
FRITZ!fax Wizard.
Sending a Fax
The “FRITZ!fax” printer is configured during the BlueFRITZ!
USB installation. Fax documents can be created in text processing programs:
1. With a Windows application, open or create a
document to send as a fax.
2. Enter the print command in your program, select
FRITZ!fax as your printer and confirm with “OK”.
3. The FRITZ!fax window is displayed. Enter here the fax
number of the recipient and start transmission.
Receiving a Fax
In order to receive incoming faxes, your computer must be
switched on with FRITZ!fax active.
Faxing with FRITZ!fax
Enter the MSN for fax reception in the settings on the “ISDN”
page. Disable the “Answer all incoming fax calls” option to
prevent FRITZ!fax from answering incoming voice calls.
Received faxes are signaled by an icon in the taskbar and/or
by a message box. Specify the desired type of notification on
the “Notification” page in the “Fax settings”.
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Testing FRITZ!fax
Testing FRITZ!fax
z Dial the fax number (MSN) assigned for FRITZ!fax on a
telephone. If you hear a fax tone in your telephone
headset, FRITZ!fax has answered the call and is ready to
receive incoming faxes.
z Compose a short test fax and send it to your telephone
number. Pick up the handset. If you hear a fax tone in
your telephone handset, then FRITZ!fax is ready to
transmit your outgoing faxes.
Fax Polling
When you poll a fax server, you call a remote fax machine using FRITZ!fax to request the desired fax.
The caller pays the costs accrued by a fax polling
transmission. This is especially important to remember
when you call premium numbers.
To start fax polling, select the “Start fax polling” button. A
Send window opens. Enter the fax polling number and confirm it with “OK”.
Managing Faxes
All faxes sent and received with FRITZ!fax are logged in the
Journal. Even cancelled transmissions are displayed here.
The Journal contains detailed information about each fax, including the date and time of transmission, the number of the
recipient, the number of pages, the cost of transmission and
the transmission status (for example, “Sent”).
Journal with received and sent faxes
New faxes that have not been read yet are designated in the
Journal by a star.
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Multiple Subscriber Numbers (MSNs) for the FRITZ! Modules
4.5 Multiple Subscriber Numbers (MSNs) for the FRITZ! Modules
To receive fax and data calls with FRITZ!, it is not necessary to
assign distinct Multiple Subscriber Numbers (MSNs) to
FRITZ!data and FRITZ!fax , since FRITZ!fax answers calls with
the service indicator for “voice” telephony, while FRITZ!data
responds only to calls with the “data” service indicator.
However, FRITZ!fax and FRITZ!fon both use the “voice” service indicator. If you want these modules to respond to calls
meant for them, you must assign distinct MSNs for call acceptance to FRITZ!fax and FRITZ!fon, and to any telephones
or fax machines connected to analog extensions. Specify the
settings on the “ISDN” settings page of the respective modules.
4.6 ISDN and the Internet with Windows System Services
As an alternative to FRITZ!, you can use Windows Systems
Services for Internet access and faxing. For this you need the
AVM system drivers ISDN NDIS WAN CAPI Driver, ISDN TAPI
Services for CAPI and ISDN CAPI Port Driver.
During the FRITZ! installation you can specify whether you
want to add FRITZ!web to the Startup group. If you select this
option, FRITZ!web is used for every connection to the
Internet. If you want the Windows system drivers to connect
to the Internet, you must first exit FRITZ!web or remove it
from the Startup group.
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Internet Connections Using the AVM NDIS WAN CAPI Driver
Internet Connections Using the AVM NDIS WAN
CAPI Driver
The AVM NDIS WAN CAPI Driver is automatically installed
along with the operating system in Windows XP and 2000.
The Dial-Up Networking connection for the NDIS WAN CAPI
Driver is located in the “Network Connections” area of the
Windows Control Panel.
Dial-Up Networking via the AVM ISDN NDIS WAN CAPI Driver in the
Network Connections
To establish an Internet connection using the AVM NDIS WAN
CAPI Driver, double-click the entry.
The TAPI Application Windows XP Fax Service
TAPI (Telephony Application Programming Interface) is a telephony interface by Microsoft which allows telephony programs to be controlled from within the Windows operating
system. Using AVM ISDN TAPI Services for CAPI you can make
telephone calls, control voice mail systems and use the Windows XP fax service.
To use the Windows XP Fax service, make sure to perform the
following steps in order: Install Windows XP fax service first,
and then AVM ISDN TAPI Services for CAPI.
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BlueFRITZ! USB as a Virtual Modem
BlueFRITZ! USB as a Virtual Modem
The AVM ISDN CAPI Port Driver allows you to use an ISDNController as if it were a modem.
The ISDN CAPI Port Driver generates a number of virtual modems in your system. The virtual modems are pre-configured
so that they can be used immediately in most conventional
implementations without any further configuration required.
The modem settings can be customized using AT commands.
For detailed information about configuration and operation
of the AVM system drivers, see the Help files for the system
drivers on the BlueFRITZ! USB CD.
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How BlueFRITZ! USB Works
5 How BlueFRITZ! USB Works
This chapter presents basic knowledge on BlueFRITZ! USB
and Bluetooth technology.
5.1 BlueFRITZ! USB: General Remarks
BlueFRITZ! USB is a controller for the USB port for use in Windows operating systems. BlueFRITZ! USB supports all common Bluetooth profiles, allowing connections to all kinds of
Bluetooth devices. BlueFRITZ! USB provides wireless access
to ADSL and ISDN through connections to an access point.
BlueFRITZ! USB supports the connection of up to eight Bluetooth devices in a wireless network. These features and the
convenient BlueFRITZ! control software make BlueFRITZ! USB
a genuine multimedia hub.
5.2 Bluetooth: The Technology
Bluetooth is a standardized universal procedure for the wireless transmission of speech and data. It allows notebooks,
mobile phones, headsets, digital cameras and telephones to
be connected to each other and to access points.
Every Bluetooth device has its own 48-bit address to ensure
clear identification. The power usage of Bluetooth devices
during a connection is so low that Bluetooth can also be
used in battery-powered devices with only a slight loss of operating time.
Bluetooth devices connected with each other achieve transmission with a throughput rate of one megabit per second.
Bluetooth connections have either a net data transmission
rate of 723.2 Kbit/s in the user direction and 57.6 in the opposite direction, or with synthetic transmission, 432.6 per direction, or a total of 865.2 Kbit/s.
A number of Bluetooth profiles like PAN also allow the negotiation of compression methods, making effective data
throughput possible in the Mbit/s range.
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The Bluetooth Technology of BlueFRITZ! USB
5.3 The Bluetooth Technology of BlueFRITZ! USB
BlueFRITZ! USB is a Bluetooth device for the USB port, suited
especially for working with notebooks at changing locations.
BlueFRITZ! USB works at the highest Bluetooth performance
class for all connections. This means BlueFRITZ! USB attains
a range of up to 100 m for line-of-sight connections with
100 mW transmission power. The effective range of the device depends not only on transmission power, but also on
the location where the Bluetooth connections are established.
BlueFRITZ! USB supports the connection of up to eight Bluetooth devices in a wireless network. Connecting to AVM access points grants BlueFRITZ! USB wireless access to ADSL
and ISDN as well.
The Bluetooth client BlueFRITZ! USB is specifically designed
for communication, media access and data transmission.
5.4 Optimum Connections with Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth allows multiple applications to operate on a connection at the same time. It offers secured procedures for the
transmission of data, digitalized tones and speech, which
are implemented by what are known as profiles.
Bluetooth profiles are agreements between Bluetooth devices, negotiated when a Bluetooth connection is established
between devices. This guarantees that all data are transmitted in the form needed by the application. When devices
with the same capabilities, and thus the same profiles, are
connected to each other, the profiles determine all parameters of the Bluetooth transmission. For the user this means
that it is no longer necessary to configure the details of
transmission.
BlueFRITZ! USB supports the profiles A2DP, CIP, DUN, FTP,
HCRP, Headset, OPP, PAN and SPP, and in this context also
supports the “Profile on Demand” function. Only the profiles
CIP and PAN are established automatically every time the
program is started. All other profiles are established and
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Optimum Connections with Bluetooth Profiles
cleared whenever called for by an application. A detailed description of the connection options is included in the BlueFRITZ! Online Help.
The following summary presents an overview of the Bluetooth profiles supported:
A2DP
The A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Bluetooth
Profile is a profile that enables the transmission of stereo audio data between two devices – e.g., between a computer
and headphones.
CIP
The ISDN CIP profile (Common ISDN Access Profile) controls
the computer during Bluetooth connections so that it works
as if a conventional ISDN adapter were installed. With CIP, all
ISDN services familiar from the terrestrial network can be
used without restriction.
DUN
The Dial-Up Networking Profile (DUN) makes it possible to dial into the Internet as with a modem. With this profile you
can use BlueFRITZ! USB to connect to the Internet via a Bluetooth connection and a mobile phone, for example
FTP
The File Transfer Profile is an application used to transfer
files between two devices. Transmission is not limited to just
one file; several files or subdirectories can be transferred between the devices.
HCRP
The HCRP (Hardcopy Cable Replacement Profile) profile is designed for connecting devices that support parallel interfaces, like printers, for instance.The profile supports Plug & Play
detection of connected devices.
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Optimum Connections with Bluetooth Profiles
You can view the configuration of the interface simulated by
HCRP in the properties of BlueFRITZ! USB. Open the properties by double-clicking the BlueFRITZ! USB icon in the BlueFRITZ! window.
Headset
The Headset profile (HS) serves to connect speech equipment wirelessly. This profile is used with mobile phones or
on the computer for audio output and voice input.
In all applications that use the headset, the AVM Bluetooth
Audio Driver must be set for sound recording and reproduction.
OPP
The Object Push Profile (OPP) makes it easy to send or receive individual files. Exactly one file is transferred every
time a connection is established. OPP is used to exchange
electronic business cards.
PAN
With the “PAN” network profile you can establish “Personal
Area Networks” via Bluetooth. The PAN profile establishes a
wireless LAN between the Bluetooth devices. This LAN uses
the protocols known from the Internet (TCP/IP).
You can view the configuration of the PAN profile for your network in the properties of BlueFRITZ! USB. Open the properties by clicking the BlueFRITZ! USB icon in the BlueFRITZ!
window.
SPP
The Serial Port Profile (SPP) simulates a serial interface in
the computer and allows two terminal devices to establish a
bit-serial connection.
You can view the configuration of this interface in the properties of BlueFRITZ! USB. Open the properties by clicking the
BlueFRITZ! USB icon in the BlueFRITZ! window.
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Removing the Software
6 Removing the Software
The steps required to remove the software vary depending
on your computer's operating system. See the section below
that describes uninstallation in your operating system.
6.1 Removing Software Components in Windows XP and 2000
Proceed as follows to remove the BlueFRITZ! USB driver software in Windows XP and 2000:
1. Select “start / Control Panel / Performance and Mainte-
2. On the “Hardware” settings page, click the “Device
3. Under “Network Adapters” in the list of devices, click with
nance” (Windows XP) or “Start / Settings / Control Panel” (Windows 2000), then double-click the “System”
icon. The “System Properties” window appears.
Manager” button.
the right mouse button on the entry “BlueFRITZ! USB”. In
the context menu, select the command “Uninstall”.
4. When you are prompted to confirm the action, click “OK”.
This completes uninstallation of the BlueFRITZ! USB driver
software.
To remove the FRITZ! communications software, the BlueFRITZ!
application and the AVM system driver, proceed as follows:
1. Select “start / Control Panel” (Windows XP) or “Start /
Settings / Control Panel” (Windows 2000), then double-click the “Add/Remove Programs” icon.
The “Add/Remove Programs” window is opened.
2. Make sure that the “Change or Remove Programs” but-
ton is selected in the column at left.
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Removing Software Components in Windows Me and 98 SE
If the FRITZ! communications software and the AVM ISDN
CAPI Port driver are installed on your system, then they
both appear in the list of “Currently installed programs:”
– FRITZ!
– AVM ISDN CAPI Port
– BlueFRITZ!
3. Select the software component you want to remove.
4. Click the “Change/Remove” button. All of the selected
component's files and settings are deleted from your
computer.
Repeat this process as necessary to remove other BlueFRITZ!
USB software components.
This completes uninstallation of the selected component.
6.2 Removing Software Components in Windows Me and 98 SE
Proceed as follows to remove the BlueFRITZ! USB driver software and FRITZ!web communications software in
Windows Me and 98:
1. Select “Start / Settings / Control Panel”, then double-
click the “System” icon. The “System Properties” window appears.
2. Click on the “Device Manager” settings page.
3. To remove BlueFRITZ! USB, select the entry “BlueFRITZ!
USB (Win98/Me)” under “AVM ISDN-Controllers”, and
click “Uninstall”.
To remove FRITZ!web, select the entry “FRITZ!web” under “Network Adapters”, and click “Uninstall”.
4. When you are prompted to confirm the action, click
“OK”.
This completes the removal of the BlueFRITZ! USB and
FRITZ!web software.
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Removing Software Components in Windows Me and 98 SE
To remove the FRITZ! communications software, the BlueFRITZ!
application and the AVM system driver, proceed as follows:
1. Select “Start / Settings / Control Panel”, then doubleclick the “Add/Remove Programs” icon.
The components of BlueFRITZ! USB are found in the list
of installed software. They appear in the list as follows:
– AVM FRITZ!
– AVM ISDN CAPI Port
– BlueFRITZ!
2. Select the software component you want to remove.
3. Click the “Add/Remove...” button. The uninstall program is started. All of the selected component’s files
and settings are deleted from your computer.
Repeat this process to remove other software components of BlueFRITZ! USB.
4. Restart your computer.
Rebooting the computer concludes the uninstallation.
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Customer Service Guide
7 Customer Service Guide
AVM provides numerous sources of information to assist you
should any questions or problems arise. Here you will find
the important information you need, in the form of manuals,
updates and support.
In many cases problems which arise during operation can be
resolved by installing the current Microsoft Service Pack for
your operating system. The current service pack can be
obtained directly from Microsoft.
7.1 Information Sources
To take advantage of all commands and features of your
BlueFRITZ! USB, consult the following information resources:
z Readme for BlueFRITZ! USB: The Readme file contains
current information which was not yet available at the
time the manual was printed. In Windows XP, the
current Readme file for BlueFRITZ! USB can be found on
the BlueFRITZ! USB CD in the WINDOWS.XP folder; in
Windows 2000, the current Readme file is on the
BlueFRITZ! USB CD in the WINDOWS.2K folder.
z Help for BlueFRITZ!: In the BlueFRITZ! control program
you can open the detailed Online Help by pressing “F1”.
z Help for FRITZ!: In all FRITZ! modules you can open the
detailed Online Help by pressing “F1” or clicking the
Help buttons.
z Help files for theAVM system drivers: If you install an
AVM system driver, such as the CAPI Port Driver, a
shortcut to the corresponding Help file is created on
your desktop. The Help files can also be found in the
folders SOFTWARE\CAPIPORT\CAPIPORT.<OPERATING
SYSTEM> on the CD.
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information in the Internet
z
The FRITZ! manual: The manual is saved in PDF format
in the DOCUMENTATION folder on the CD. If you need to
install the Acrobat Reader to read the PDF file, you can
do so using the installation program included in the
SOFTWARE\INFO folder on the CD.
7.2 information in the Internet
On its web site AVM presents comprehensive information on
your AVM products as well as new product announcements
and new product versions.
The AVM home page is located at the following URL:
www.AVM.de/en
7.3 Updates
AVM provides new drivers and software updates for
BlueFRITZ! USB and software applications for downloading
free of charge from the AVM Data Call Center (ADC).
Internet
To download updates from the Internet, please visit:
www.AVM.de/en/download
The AVM FTP server can also be used to download current
driver software. Click the “FTP Server” link in the download
area, or enter the following address:
www.AVM.de/ftp
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Assistance From AVM Support
7.4 Assistance From AVM Support
Please take advantage of the information sources described
above before contacting AVM support.
AVM’s Support team is at your service with direct help when
problems arise, during installation, the initial configuration
and your first steps in operating the BlueFRITZ! USB.
The support desk can be reached by e-mail or by fax. AVM
Support then will contact you to assist in solving your
problem. You will receive an e-mail or a fax.
Should problems establishing connections to remote sites
arise, please try to establish a test connection to the AVM
Data Call Center (ADC) before contacting support. See the
instructions in the FRITZ! manual (FRITZ!data chapter). As the
ADC receives a great number of calls, please try several
times if the line is busy. In the case of an error, write down
the exact wording of the error message. Support requires
this information to rectify the error.
Support by E-mail
Support requests can be sent to AVM by e-mail. Please use
the Support request form at the AVM home page: Fill out the
form and send it to AVM support by clicking the “Send”
button. This form is available at:
www.avm.de/en/service
Support by Fax
If necessary, you can reach AVM Support at the fax number:
+49 (0)30 / 39 00 45 22
Have your “Product Identification Code” ready when you call.
This code is printed on the CD case. Support staff will always
check this number to ensure that you are a registered user.
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Support by Fax
Prepare the following information for your Support consultant:
z Which operating system are you using (e.g.,
Windows XP or Windows 98?)
z At what step of the installation or in which FRITZ! appli-
cation does an error message appear? What is the exact
wording of the message?
z Which software are you having problems with? What is
the exact wording of the message?
z Include the version number and build number of the
BlueFRITZ! USB driver used. Click the BlueFRITZ! program icon in the notification area of the taskbar with
the right mouse button to view the stack version and
build. Select the “Info” command in this window.
Once you have gathered this information, please fax it to
AVM Support.
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Index
A
A2DP 33, 46
administrator rights 9
AT commands 43
AVM in the Internet 52
AVM ISDN CAPI Port driver 15
, 11
B
BlueFRITZ!
connections 20
managing locations 21
networks 21
properties 20
search for Bluetooth device 20
BlueFRITZ! Control Software 18
BlueFRITZ! USB 6
connecting 8
functional principle 44
BlueFRITZ! window 18
Bluetooth
establishing a connection 24
profiles 45
scenarios 22
technology 44
Bluetooth passkey 13
Bluetooth technology 45
, 19
C
CAPI Port Driver 15
channel bundling 38
CIP 46
connecting BlueFRITZ! USB USB 8
D
declaration of conformity 58
dial-up networking 42
disconnecting automatically 38
DUN 46
F
fax
polling 40
fax journal 40
FRITZ! 36
FRITZ! Address Book 36
FRITZ! communications software 35
FRITZ! modules 36
FRITZ!data 36
FRITZ!fax 39
FRITZ!fax assistant 39
FRITZ!fax Start Assistant 39
FRITZ!fon 36
FRITZ!web 37
FRITZ!web wizard 37
FTP 31
, 46
H
HCRP 32, 46
headset 47
I
information sources 51
installation
errors 16
FRITZ! communications software 14
in Windows 2000 11
in Windows 98 SE 12
in Windows Me 10
Windows XP 9
Internet
with FRITZ!web 37
Internet Sharing 38
L
LEDs 7
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M
Microsoft Bluetooth 34
Multiple Subscriber Numbers (MSNs) for
the FRITZ! modules 41
O
OBEX-FTP 31
OPP 30
, 47
P
PAN 47
passkey 13
prerequisites
operating BlueFRITZ! USB 7
program icon in the notification
area 18
R
removing driver software
in Windows Me and 98 49
in Windows XP and 2000 48
S
SPP 32, 47
support 53
symbols 5
T
TAPI 42
test FRITZ!fax 40
U
updates 52
V
virtual modem 43
W
Windows XP fax service 42
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Declaration of CE Conformity
The manufacturer AVM GmbH
Address Alt-Moabit 95
D-10559 Berlin
herewith declares that the product
Product BlueFRITZ! USB
Type Bluetooth-Controller
complies with the following directives:
z 1999/5/EC: R&TTE Directive: Telecommunications Termi-
nal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station
Equipment
z 89/336/EEC EMC Directive:
Electromagnetic Compatibility
The following norms were consulted to assess conformity:
z EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (2002)
z EN 301 489-1 V1.5.1 (2004)
z EN 55024/9.98 + A1/10.01 + A2/01.03
z EN 300 328 V1.6.1 (11.2004)
The CE symbol confirms that this product conforms with the above
mentioned norms and regulations.
Berlin, 15-11-2005 Peter Faxel, Technical Director
Indication of Countries
This device is designed for use in all countries of the European
Union and in Switzerland, Norway and Iceland. In France only indoor operation is permitted.
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