Sony PCGA-BA1 User Manual [en, de, fr]

4-675-349-11(1)

Bluetooth

™

USB Adapter

Operating Instructions Bedienungsanleitung Mode d’emploi

PCGA-BA1 Series

2003 Sony Corporation

Before using the PCGA-BA1, be sure to read the accompanying End User Software License Agreement.

❑Copyright laws prohibit reproducing

the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder.

❑In no event will Sony be liable for

any financial damages, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this device.

❑If a problem occurs with this

product as a result of defective manufacturing, Sony will replace it. However, Sony bears no other responsibility.

❑The software provided with this unit

cannot be used with other units.

❑Please note that, due to continued

efforts to improve quality, the software specifications may be changed without notice.

❑Operation of this unit with software

other than that provided is not covered by the warranty.

Warnings

❑To avoid electrical shock, do not

open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

❑To prevent fire or shock hazard, do

not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

❑In some situations or environments,

the use of the Bluetooth™ technology might be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization, for example on board airplanes, in hospitals or in any other environment where the risk of interference with other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

❑If you are uncertain about the policy

applying to the use of Bluetooth™ technology in a specific organization or environment, you are encouraged to first ask for authorization prior to switching it on.

❑Consult your physician or the

manufacturer of personal medical devices (pacemakers, hearing aids, etc.) regarding any restrictions on the use of Bluetooth™ technology.

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Regulatory information

For customers in Europe

Sony hereby declares that the PCGA-BA1 Bluetooth™ USB Adapter is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999/5/EC.

To obtain a copy of the declaration of Conformity (DoC) with the R & TTE Directive, please access the following URL address: http://www.compliance.Sony.de/

The PCGA-BA1 is a Bluetooth™ intended radio device using the 2.4 GHz frequency band (2.400GHz –

2.4835GHz). communication with other Bluetooth™ enabled devices using the Bluetooth™ Serial Port, Dial-up Networking via mobile phone or modem, Object Push and Basic Imaging profiles.

The PCGA-BA1 Bluetooth technology complies with regulations in the following countries, and can therefore only be used in these countries:

Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

In France, this product can only be used indoors.

It is intended for wireless

• VAIO and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

•

BLUETOOTH and its logo are trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A and licenced to Sony Corporation.

• All other names of systems, products and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the ™ or ® marks are not specified.

• In this manual, Microsoft Windows® XP Home Edition and Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional are referred to as Windows XP.

Voordat u de Bluetooth USB-adapter gaat gebruiken, moet u de bijgaande gebruiksrechtovereenkomst voor eindgebruikers lezen.

❑De wet op de auteursrechten

verbiedt het geheel of gedeeltelijk reproduceren van de software of de handleiding, alsook de verhuur van de software zonder toestemming van de eigenaar van de auteursrechten.

❑Sony kan in geen geval aansprakelijk

worden gesteld voor financiële verliezen noch winstderving, met inbegrip van claims ingediend door derden, ten gevolge van het gebruik van de software die bij deze adapter wordt geleverd.

❑Indien dit produkt problemen geeft

door constructiefouten, zal Sony het vervangen. Sony draagt echter geen enkele andere verantwoordelijkheid.

❑De software die bij dit toestel wordt

geleverd, kan niet met andere toestellen worden gebruikt.

❑Merk op dat in het kader van ons

permanent streven naar kwaliteitsverbetering de softwarespecificaties steeds kunnen worden gewijzigd zonder voorafgaande kennisgeving.

❑Gebruik van dit toestel met andere

software dan de bijgeleverde is niet gedekt door de waarborg.

Waarschuwing

❑Ter voorkoming van elektrische

schokken mag u de behuizing niet openen. Laat service uitsluitend uitvoeren door deskundig personeel.

❑Ter voorkoming van het gevaar van

brand of elektrische schokken, mag u het produkt niet blootstellen aan regen of vocht.

❑In bepaalde gevallen of omgevingen

kan het gebruik van de Bluetooth™ technologie beperkt worden door de eigenaar van het gebouw of de verantwoordelijke vertegenwoordiger van de organisatie. Bijvoorbeeld: aan boord van een vliegtuig, in ziekenhuizen of in andere omgevingen waar het interferentierisico met andere apparaten of diensten als schadelijk wordt geëvalueerd of als zodanig bepaald wordt.

❑Als u niet zeker bent over het

toegepaste beleid betreffende het gebruik van de Bluetooth™ technologie in een specifieke organisatie of omgeving, raden wij u aan om eerst toelating te vragen voor tot gebruik over te gaan.

❑Raadpleeg uw dokter of de fabrikant

van persoonlijke medische apparaten (pacemakers, hoorapparaten, enz.) betreffende mogelijke beperkingen in het gebruik van de Bluetooth™ technologie.

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Wettelijke informatie

Sony verklaart hierbij dat de PCGABA1 Bluetooth™ USB Adapter voldoet aan de essentiële vereisten en andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

De PCGA-BA1 is een Bluetooth™ vermogensklasse 2 radiotoestel dat de 2,4 GHz (2,400 GHz - 2,4835 GHz) frequentieband gebruikt. Het is bestemd voor draadloze communicatie met andere met Bluetooth™ uitgeruste apparaten door gebruik te maken van de profielen: Bluetooth™ seriële poort, netwerk toegang via mobiele telefoon of modem, Object Push en Basic Imaging.

PCGA-BA1 voldoet aan alle voorschriften die van toepassing zijn in de volgende landen:

België, Denemarken, Duitsland, Finland, Frankrijk, Griekenland, Ierland, Ijsland, Italië, Luxemburg, Nederland, Noorwegen, Oostenrijk, Portugal, Spanje, Verenigd Koninkrijk, Zweden en Zwitserland.

Dit produkt mag in Frankrijk alleen maar binnenshuis gebruikt worden.

Dit produkt beantwoordt aan de normen EN 55022 Class B en EN 55024 voor gebruik in de volgende omgevingen: residentieel, commercieel en licht industrieel.

• VAIO e sono marchi di fabbrica registrati di Sony Corporation.

• Microsoft en Windows zijn geregistreerde handelsmerken van Microsoft Corporation in de Verenigde Staten en/of andere landen.

• BLUETOOTH e il relativo logo sono marchi di fabbrica di proprietà di Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A e concessi in licenza a Sony Corporation.

• Alle andere namen van systemen, produkten en diensten zijn handelsmerken van hun respectieve eigenaars. ™ en ® staan niet in de gebruiksaanwijzing vermeld.

• In deze documentatie wordt met Windows XP zowel Microsoft Windows® XP Home Edition als Microsoft Professional aangeduid.

Windows® XP

Prima di utilizzare l’adattatore USB Bluetooth, accertarsi di leggere l'accordo con l'utente finale accluso.

❑Le leggi sul copyright non

consentono la riproduzione, parziale o totale, del software o del manuale ad esso allegato, né l’affitto del software senza previo consenso del proprietario del copyright.

❑In nessun caso Sony potrà essere

ritenuta responsabile di danni finanziari o di perdite di profitto, inclusi risarcimenti richiesti da terzi, dovuti all’uso del software in dotazione con la presente unità.

❑Sony provvederà alla sostituzione

del prodotto in caso di problemi dovuti a difetti di fabbricazione. Non sarà tuttavia possibile attribuire altre responsabilità a Sony.

❑Il software fornito con la presente

unità non può essere utilizzato con altri apparecchi.

❑Si noti che a causa dei continui

tentativi di miglioramento della qualità, le caratteristiche tecniche del software sono soggette a modifiche senza preavviso.

❑L’utilizzo della presente unità con

software diverso da quello fornito non è coperto dalla garanzia.

Avvertenze

❑Per evitare il rischio di scosse

elettriche, non aprire la custodia. Avvalersi esclusivamente dell’assistenza di personale qualificato.

❑Per evitare il rischio di incendi o

scosse elettriche, non collocare l’unità in luoghi eccessivamente umidi o dove potrebbe bagnarsi.

❑In alcuni casi o luoghi, l’uso della

tecnologia Bluetooth™ potrebbe essere vietato dal proprietario dell’immobile o dal responsabile dell’organizzazione, come ad esempio a bordo di aerei, negli ospedali o in altri luoghi dove il rischio di interferenze con altri dispositivi o servizi sia ritenuto dannoso.

❑Se non si è certi della politica

adottata al riguardo in determinate organizzazioni o luoghi, prima di attivare la tecnologia Bluetooth™, chiedere l’autorizzazione ai responsabili preposti.

❑Consultare il proprio medico o il

produttore di dispositivi medici personali (pacemaker, apparecchi acustici, ecc.) per conoscere l’eventuale incompatibilità con l’utilizzo della tecnologia Bluetooth™.

Note di conformità

Con la presente Sony dichiara che l’adattatore USB Bluetooth PCGABA1 è conforme ai requisiti e alle condizioni stabiliti nella Direttiva europea 1999/5/EC.

PCGA-BA1 è un dispositivo radio Bluetooth™ di classe 2 che utilizza la banda di frequenza da 2,4 GHz (2,400 GHz - 2,4835 GHz). Questo dispositivo è necessario per stabilire una comunicazione di tipo wireless con altri dispositivi compatibili con Bluetooth™ che utilizzano i seguenti profili Bluetooth™: porta seriale, accesso remoto via telefono cellulare o modem, OPP (Object Push Profile) e Basic Imaging.

PCGA-BA1 è conforme alla norme vigenti nei seguenti paesi:

Austria, Belgio, Danimarca, Finlandia, Francia, Grecia, Germania, Irlanda, Islandia, Italia, Lussemburgo, Norvegia, Portogallo, Spagna, Svezia, Svizzera, Paesi Bassi e Regno Unito.

In Francia l’uso di questo prodotto è riservato all’interno.

L’apparecchio è conforme alle norme EN 55022 Class B ed EN 55024 per l’impiego nelle seguenti aree: residenziali, aziendali e di industria leggera.

• VAIO y son marcas comerciales registradas de Sony Corporation.

• Microsofte Windows sono marchi di fabbrica registrati di Microsoft Corporation negli Stati Uniti e/o in altri paesi.

• BLUETOOTH y su logotipo son marcas comerciales de Bluetooth SIG, Inc., EE.UU. cedidas bajo licencia a Sony Corporation.icenza dalla Sony Corporation.

• Tutti gli altri nomi di sistemi, prodotti e servizi sono marchi di fabbrica dei rispettivi proprietari. Nel presente manuale, i simboli ™ o ® non vengono specificati.

• In questo manuale, ci riferisca a Microsoft Edition e a Microsoft XP Professional come Windows XP.

Windows® XP Home

Windows

Introduction .......................................9

How to use this product...........11

Ways to Connect with

Bluetooth Devices ...............12

Inserting the Bluetooth USB adapter... Communicating using

BlueSpace NE ............................. 15

Communicating using

Windows XP functions ...............19

Using a Bluetooth cell phone or

modem .................................20

Assigning/changing the

Bluetooth device name for

the computer ........................24

Terminating Bluetooth

communication ....................25

Notes on Use....................................26

Maintenance ....................................27

Bluetooth Wireless Technology ......28

Connection format...................28

Speed .......................................29

Communication range and

power ...................................29

Bluetooth standard ..................29

Security............................................30

Getting Help ....................................31

Specifications ..................................32

Troubleshooting...............................33

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Introduction

This product is a USB adapter designed for use with a computer without integrated Bluetooth functions. It enables wireless communication with other Bluetooth technology enabled devices.

z Bluetooth wireless technology

Bluetooth wireless technology provides instant short-range connectivity without the need for cumbersome cabling. For details, see the section “Bluetooth Wireless Technology” on page 28.

What computer models can I use the Bluetooth USB Adapter PCGA-BA1 with?

Sony VAIO notebooks running Windows XP operating system (except models with integrated Bluetooth functions).

Windows XP Service Pack 1 must be installed. Check the version of your operating system, and update it if necessary.

For details, refer to the separate document “Read This First”.

Note

For more information on Bluetooth technology enabled VAIO computers, refer to “Getting Help” (page 31).

Features

• Bluetooth compatibility allows wireless communication within 10 meters. (Communication range will vary according to whether walls or other obstacles are located between devices, the material used in walls, the presence of radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions, and the type of software being used.)

• Security features prevent communication between non-identified Bluetooth devices. For details, see the section “Security” on page 30.

What Bluetooth devices can the Bluetooth USB Adapter PCGA-BA1 communicate with?

(As of May 2003)

• Sony VAIO notebooks with integrated Bluetooth functions (For Europe)

• Other Sony VAIO notebooks running Windows XP operating system with an inserted Bluetooth USB Adapter PCGA-BA1

• Other Sony products with Bluetooth functions

Check the Bluetooth services supported by your Bluetooth device.

z Hint

The software CD-ROM includes a copy of this document and the separate “Read This First” as PDF files in the “manual” folder.

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How to use this product

When the Bluetooth USB adapter is inserted into a computer, it can exchange data with other Bluetooth technology enabled computers, mobile phones, modems, etc. simply by being placed in the vicinity of the other device, without any physical cable connection.

Example of use: computer to computer

Data exchange, etc.

Computer with the Bluetooth USB adapter

Other Bluetooth enabled computer

Example of use: computer to Bluetooth Modem Station (or other Bluetooth devices)

Data synchronization, data exchange, dial-up access, etc.

Computer with the Bluetooth USB adapter

Bluetooth enabled device (Bluetooth Modem Station: for Europe only)

Bluetooth communications with the Bluetooth USB adapter use either the supplied BlueSpace NE software or Windows XP functions, according to the intended type of operation.

Ways to Connect with Bluetooth Devices

When connecting to a Bluetooth technology-enabled device, use one of the following (depending on the function of the device).

• BlueSpace NE software

• Windows XP functions (Wireless Link in Control Panel)

Things you can do using the BlueSpace NE software

• Exchange files and images between computers

• Synchronize data and exchanging files and images with a PDA

• Use a camcorder or a digital still camera as a remote camera, to ex change images

• Send images to computer or any Bluetooth device that support BIP (Basic Image Profile)

• Bluetooth Modem Station setup (Europe only)

• Exchange addresses with cellular phones

Things you can do with the Windows XP operating system

• Connect to the Internet with a Bluetooth Modem Station (Europe only)

• Connect to the Internet with a cellular phone

• Use a mouse or keyboard

• Print text on a Bluetooth printer

To use the Bluetooth USB adapter for communication with other Bluetooth technology enabled devices, the Bluetooth device driver and BlueSpace NE software on the supplied CD-ROM must be installed on the computer. The installation procedure is described in the separate “Read This First” document.

In order to use the Bluetooth USB adapter, you must install the Bluetooth device driver and the BlueSpace NE software contained on the supplied CD-ROM. For instructions on how to install the software, see the separate document “Read This First”.

Notes

• Some Bluetooth technology enabled equipment may not function with the Bluetooth USB adapter, depending on the type of equipment, software version, and other factors. Before purchasing a Bluetooth technology enabled device, please check its operating environment requirements. For information on Bluetooth technology enabled devices, refer to “Getting Help” (Page 31).

• You may not be able to establish a connection with a computer running a version of BlueSpace earlier than 2.1.1. To rectify this, upgrade BlueSpace to the most recent version.

The models below also have the following restrictions. To be able to connect using BlueSpace NE with PCG-SR31K and PCG-C1VFK, you

must upgrade the operating system to Windows XP, and then update the BlueSpace and the Bluetooth drivers.

For details about version updates, refer to “Getting Help” (page 31).

• BlueSpace NE does not support IP connections or chat functions. It is therefore not possible to use these with devices running earlier versions of BlueSpace.

Inserting the Bluetooth USB adapter

Insert the Bluetooth USB adapter into a USB port on the computer.

Insert with “VAIO” logo facing upwards.

z Hint

The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer model. For details, see the manuals provided with your computer.

When the Bluetooth USB adapter is inserted into the USB port of your computer, it is active whenever the computer is turned on. The blue indicator on the adapter lights up to show that the adapter is active.

Notes

• Within an aircraft and in other locations where radio emissions may be a problem, remove the Bluetooth USB adapter from the computer. Simply shutting down the software is not enough to stop the emission of radiowaves from the unit.

• Only one Bluetooth USB adapter can be used per computer.

• Do not insert the Bluetooth USB adapter into an external USB hub. Otherwise, software and radio functions may not perform correctly.

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Communicating using BlueSpace NE

This section describes the general procedure for using the BlueSpace NE software installed on your computer to communicate with another Bluetooth technology enabled device.

To communicate with other Bluetooth technology enabled devices using BlueSpace NE, the Bluetooth device driver and BlueSpace NE software on the supplied CD-ROM must first be installed on the computer. The installation procedure is described in the separate “Read This First” document.

Notes

• You may not be able to establish a connection with a computer running a version of BlueSpace earlier than 2.1.1. To rectify this, upgrade BlueSpace to the most recent version.

The models below also have the following restrictions. To be able to connect using BlueSpace NE with PCG-SR31K and PCG-C1VFK, you

must upgrade the operating system to Windows XP, and then update the BlueSpace and the Bluetooth drivers.

For details about version updates, refer to “Getting Help” (page 31).

• BlueSpace NE does not support IP connections or chat functions. It is therefore not possible to use these with devices running earlier versions of BlueSpace.

• You may find that some Bluetooth technology enabled devices operate differently than described in the following procedures. Refer to the manual provided with the Bluetooth device or Sony Bluetooth Product Information

For customers in the USA and Canada

http://www.ita.sel.sony.com/support/bluetooth/

For customers in Europe

www.vaio-link.com

For customers in other regions

http://www.css.ap.sony.com/

Refer to “Ways to Connect with Bluetooth Devices” for the types of communications for which you can use BlueSpace NE (Page 12).

Also refer to the BlueSpace NE online help.

• Do not cover the Bluetooth USB adapter while it is in use. This may interfere with communication.

• If Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions are used at the same time on the same computer, communication speed may be reduced due to electromagnetic interference, and other unwanted effects may occur.

• If a power-saving mode is enabled on one of the computers, Bluetooth communication may not be possible. Set both computers to normal mode.

1 Turn on the computer and insert the Bluetooth USB adapter

into the USB port (page 14).

2 Click the “Start” button, and select “All Programs” –

“BlueSpace NE” – “BlueSpace NE”.

BlueSpace NE launches and its main window appears.

z Hint

When the “Welcome to BlueSpace NE” window appears, click “OK”. With the factory default settings, the next time Windows starts, appears

automatically in the notification area. In this case, you can launch BlueSpace NE by double-clicking .

3 Click the (Device Discovery) button in the main window.

The computer with the Bluetooth USB adapter begins searching for other Bluetooth technology enabled devices in the vicinity. When the search is complete, any detected Bluetooth devices appear in the device list.

Click

z Hint

When a device is first detected, the mark appears on the device list in the main window.

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4 In the device list, select the device you want to connect with,

and click the (Service Discovery) button.

Note

If authentication between devices has not been completed, a window may appear prompting you to confirm whether you want to perform only service discovery, or both discovery and authentication. Follow the on-screen instructions to exchange passkeys and complete the authentication. If the authentication window does not appear, right-click on the device to connect with, and click “Authentication”.

The computer searches for services on the selected device, and when finished, displays icons for the available services (those supported by both the device and BlueSpace NE).

Click

z What is a passkey?

A passkey is a secret code entered by the user to enable two Bluetooth devices to communicate. When the same alphanumeric string is entered at both devices, communication becomes possible. The passkey may be changed for every communication session. Once a valid link has been established, communication is possible without you having to reenter the passkey for a preset period of time.

5 Select and connect to the service required.

If the “A Bluetooth device requires authentication” balloon message appears in the notification area

The target Bluetooth technology enabled device is requesting connection authentication. In this case, mutual authentication is required to enable Bluetooth communications with this device.

To authenticate, click Connection Wizard” window appears, follow the on-screen instructions to exchange passkeys.

To skip authentication, click “Bluetooth Connection Wizard” window.

in the notification area. When the “Bluetooth

in the balloon or “Cancel” in the

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Communicating using Windows XP functions

See “Ways to Connect with Bluetooth Devices” (page 12) for the types of communication that use Windows XP functions.

To communicate using Windows XP functions, refer to the Windows XP Wireless Link Help and the manual provided with the Bluetooth technology enabled device.

z Hint

Before you make a dial-up connection with the Bluetooth cell phone or modem the first time, you need to install the device as a Wireless Link, and then set up the dial-up connection. Refer to the Windows XP Wireless Link Help for details.

To display the Windows XP Wireless Link Help.

1 Click the “Start” button and click “Control Panel”. 2 Click the “Printers and Other Hardware” icon. 3 Click the “Wireless Link” icon. 4 Double-click the “Bluetooth” tab, and click “Show Bluetooth

details ”.

If the “A Bluetooth device requires authentication” balloon message appears in the notification area

The target Bluetooth technology enabled device is requesting connection authentication. In this case, mutual authentication is required to enable Bluetooth communications with this device.

To authenticate, click Connection Wizard” window appears, follow the on-screen instructions to exchange passkeys.

To skip authentication, click “Bluetooth Connection Wizard” window.

in the notification area. When the “Bluetooth

in the balloon or “Cancel” in the

Using a Bluetooth cell phone or modem

By using Windows XP functions to connect the Bluetooth USB adapter to a Bluetooth cell phone or modem, dial-up communication is possible without a connecting cable.

This section describes installation of a Bluetooth cell phone or modem, and dial-up connection setup. For operating details, refer to the manual provided with the Bluetooth cell phone and the Windows XP Wireless Link Help.

Setting up a Bluetooth cell phone or modem

1 Turn on the Bluetooth cell phone or modem and set it to

allow discovery.

For details, see the manual provided with the cell phone.

2 Turn on the computer and insert the Bluetooth USB adapter

into the USB port (page 14).

3 Click the “Start” button and select “Control Panel”.

The Control Panel appears.

4 Click the “Printers and Other Hardware” icon. 5 Click “Wireless Link”, and click the “Bluetooth” tab. 6 Click “Add”, and then “Next” in the “Bluetooth Connection

Wizard” window.

Device discovery starts, and the Bluetooth cell phone is detected.

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7 Click the “Bluetooth cell phone” icon, and click “Next”.

“Authenticate the device?” appears. Refer to the manual provided with the cell phone to determine whether

device authentication is required. If required, perform the following steps.

8 Select “Yes, authentication is required”, and click “Next”.

The message “Enter the passkey for the Bluetooth device” appears.

9 If necessary, enter a passkey in the Passkey column, and

click “Next”.

Note

A passkey may be already displayed in the Bluetooth connection wizard, but depending on your cell phone, only a certain passkey may be accepted. Follow the instructions in your cell phone manual to enter the passkey.

If necessary, enter the passkey that was entered with the

connection wizard.

The message “Please specify the service to be enabled between the device and Windows” appears.

Note

Depending on your Bluetooth cell phone, passkey entry may not be requested.

Select “Dial-up network (DUN)”, and click “Next”.

The “Bluetooth Connection Wizard Complete” window appears.

Click “Finish”.

The Bluetooth cell phone icon appears as a wireless link when authentication is finished. Installation of the cell phone or modem is complete.

Preparing to make a dial-up connection

1 Turn on the Bluetooth cell phone or modem and set it to

allow discovery.

For details, see the manual provided with the cell phone.

2 Turn on the computer and insert the Bluetooth USB adapter

into the USB port (page 14).

3 Click the “Start” button and click “Control Panel”. 4 Click the “Network and Internet Connections” icon. 5 Click the “Network Connections” icon.

The “Network Connections” window appears.

6 Click “Create a new connection”.

The “Welcome to the New Connection Wizard” window appears.

7 Click “Next”, check that “Connect to the Internet” is selected,

and click “Next”.

If the option is not selected, click so that it becomes . When you click “Next”, the “Getting Ready” window appears.

8 For the item “Set up my connection manually”, click so

that it becomes . Then click “Next”.

The “Internet Connection” window appears.

9 Verify that “Connect using a dial-up modem” is checked, and

click “Next”.

If the option is not checked, click so that it becomes . When you click “Next”, the “Select a Device” window appears.

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Under “Select the devices to use in this connection”, click the

check box for “Standard modem over Bluetooth link”.

If another modem is selected, click the check box to deselect it.

Click “Next”.

The “Connection Name” window appears.

Enter the name to use for this connection in the “ISP Name” (Internet Service Provider Name) field, and click “Next”.

The “Phone Number to Dial” window appears.

Enter the telephone number of the ISP (Internet Service Provider) access point, and click “Next”.

The “Internet Account Information” window appears.

Configure “User name”, “Password” and “Confirm password”, and click “Next”.

The “Completing the New Connection Wizard” window appears.

Click “Finish”.

Establishing a dial-up connection

1 Click the “Start” button, then click “Control Panel” – “Network

and Internet Connections” – “Network Connections”.

The “Network Connections” window appears.

2 Double-click the icon of the connection destination created in

the “Create a new connection” procedure.

3 Click “Dial”.

The dial-up connection is established via the Bluetooth connection.

Terminating a dial-up connection

Right-click

* The icon appearing in the task bar looks just like the icon of the connected wireless

network device. You can check the name of the connected device by moving the pointer to the icon in the task bar.

For information on how to terminate Bluetooth communication, see “Terminating Bluetooth communication” (page 25).

in the task bar, and select “Disconnect” from the menu.

Assigning/changing the Bluetooth device name for the computer

The computer name to be displayed when detected by another Bluetooth technology enabled device can be set using Windows XP functions.

1 Turn on the computer and insert the Bluetooth USB adapter

into the USB port (page 14).

2 Click the “Start” button, and click “Control Panel”.

The Control Panel appears.

3 Click the “Printers and Other Hardware” icon. 4 Click the “Wireless Link” icon. 5 Click the “Hardware” tab. 6 Select “Sony Bluetooth USB Adapter”, and click “Properties”.

The “Sony Bluetooth USB Adapter Properties” window appears.

7 Click the “Advanced” tab. 8 Change the “Name”, and click “OK”.

Terminating Bluetooth communication

While communicating using BlueSpace NE

1 Click the connected service button appearing in the

BlueSpace NE main window, or click (“Disconnect all connections” button).

A confirmation window appears.

2 Click “Yes”. 3 Click in the top right-hand corner of the window to close

the BlueSpace NE main window.

4 Remove the Bluetooth USB adapter from the USB port.

While communicating using Windows XP functions

Remove the Bluetooth USB adapter from the USB port.

Notes

When the computer is connected to the Bluetooth cell phone or modem, right-click * in the task bar, and select “Disconnect” from the menu to terminate the dial-up connection first. Then perform the following steps to terminate Bluetooth communication.

* The icon appearing in the task bar looks just like the icon of the connected wireless

network device. You can check the name of the connected device by moving the pointer over the icon in the task bar.

Notes on Use

Protect the unit from shock

Transport

Retain the packing material of the unit and reuse it when transporting the unit again.

To prevent the possibility of damage, take care not to drop the unit or otherwise subject it to strong shocks.

Usage and storage locations

Do not use or store this unit in locations subject to high humidity, high temperatures, strong vibrations, direct sunlight, or high levels of dust.

Operation

• Do not place any objects on top of the unit.

• Protect the unit from sudden temperature changes. Do not use the unit immediately after moving it from a cold to a warm location or after the ambient temperature has risen drastically. Otherwise condensation inside the unit can occur. If the temperature has changed significantly during operation, turn off the power of the unit and let it stand for about an hour.

Notes on discs

On handling discs

• To keep the disc clean, handle only by the edges. Do not touch the surface.

• Do not write on or stick paper or tape to the surface of the disc.

• Do not use a disc with tape, seals, or paste on it. Such a disc may damage the disc drive.

Correct Incorrect

On safekeeping

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight.

• After playing, store the disc in its case. Stocking discs without cases or leaving the disc exposed, may cause damage to the disc.

On cleaning

• Fingerprints, dust or dirt can cause reading errors or reduced sound quality. Always keep the disc clean.

• Clean the disc with a duster. Wipe the disc from the center out.

• To remove dirt, clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, then remove the moisture with a soft dry cloth.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended for vinyl LPs.

Bluetooth communications

• The 2.4 GHz band used by Bluetooth and wireless LAN devices is also used by various other devices. Bluetooth devices incorporate technology that minimizes interference from other devices using the same wavelength. However, communication speed and achievable distances may be reduced. Interference from other devices can also stop communications altogether.

• The data transfer rate will vary depending on distance and obstacles between devices, device configuration, radio interference, operating system, software application, etc. In some cases, communication may be interrupted.

• Communication range will vary according to whether walls or other obstacles are located between devices, the material used in walls, the presence of radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions, and the type of software being used.

• Please note that due to limitations of the Bluetooth standard, large files may occasionally be corrupted during continuous transfer due to electromagnetic interference from the environment.

Maintenance

Cleaning the case

• Wipe the outside of the unit with a soft, dry cloth. To remove stains, moisten the cloth with a mild, neutral detergent. Do not use solvents, cleaning alcohol, benzine or other substances that may damage the finish.

• Fingerprints and smudges can be removed by wiping with a lens cleaning cloth.

Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Bluetooth wireless technology is a new development that is about to revolutionize the field of personal networks. As a world-wide standard for short-range, low-cost wireless communications, Bluetooth compatibility will be integrated in a wide variety of devices, allowing notebooks, mobile phones and other mobile equipment to communicate with each other and access the Internet.

The Bluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group) comprises electronics and communications equipment manufacturers and other leading companies in the fields of computing and networking. The SIG has worked out the technological standards for Bluetooth communications. Many Bluetooth technology compatible products are now being developed and brought onto the market. Along with Sony, the Bluetooth SIG comprises more than 2000 companies worldwide including major computer and communications equipment manufacturers as well as household appliance manufacturers.

Connection format

Using Bluetooth, the notebook in which this device is installed can communicate wirelessly with nearby peripheral devices (with no interconnecting cables).

In addition, files can be exchanged wirelessly between the notebook in which this device is installed and other Bluetooth-enabled computers or digital cameras.

To establish a wireless connection between the notebook in which this device is installed and another Bluetooth-enabled device, each device must support a common set of functions (profile).

Speed

Bluetooth communications support a maximum data transfer rate of 723 kbps, but actual data transfer rates will vary, depending on factors such as distance and obstacles between devices, radio interference, the operating system or the software used, as well as equipment sensitivity and the performance of the aerial. Data transfer rates are optimized to achieve the best throughput under a given set of conditions.

Communication range and power

Bluetooth enabled devices are divided into several categories. Power Class 1 devices can communicate within a 10 to 100 meter range*. Power Class 2 or 3 devices can communicate within a 10 meter range*. The Bluetooth USB adapter is a Power Class 2 device.

* This assumes that no obstacles are present.

Communication range will vary according to whether walls or other obstacles are located between devices, the material used in walls, the presence of radio frequency interference and other environmental conditions, and the type of software being used.

Bluetooth standard

In order to facilitate communication between Bluetooth technology compatible devices from various manufacturers, the Bluetooth SIG has worked out standards regarding wireless transfer methods, security implementation, application specific data formats, etc. All Bluetooth technology compatible devices must be certified according to procedures approved by the Bluetooth SIG to make sure that applicable standard requirements are met.

However, even if standard requirements are met, individual device performance and specifications as well as operation procedures vary, which means that data exchange may not be possible in all cases.

Security

Bluetooth wireless communications implement an authentification feature that can be used to prevent unauthorized access from unidentified Bluetooth devices. The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate with each other, a common passkey must be entered before the two devices are allowed to exchange data. Once a connection has been established, communication between the devices can proceed for a preset interval (default setting in BlueSpace software: indefinite), without the need to reenter the passkey.

The Bluetooth USB adapter can be set up so as not to be discovered by other Bluetooth devices. For information on how to set the device information storage period and how to set not respond to the device discovery from remote devices, refer to the help function of the BlueSpace NE software.

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Contents

Introduction

How to use this product

Ways to Connect with Bluetooth Devices

Inserting the Bluetooth USB adapter

Communicating using BlueSpace NE

Communicating using Windows XP functions

Using a Bluetooth cell phone or modem

Assigning/changing the Bluetooth device name for the computer

Terminating Bluetooth communication

Notes on Use

Maintenance

Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Connection format

Speed

Communication range and power

Bluetooth standard

Security