The Xcellon BT5A oers Bluetooth 5.0 for PC computers that don’t have built-in Bluetooth
support, or are running older versions of Bluetooth.
Follow the instructions below to download and install the necessary drivers to get started.
Precautions
Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
USB transfer speeds can vary due to system configuration as well as factors such as the host
device’s processing speed and file attributes.
Factors such as the volume of network trac, building material and construction, and
network overhead may result in lower data transfer speeds and wireless range.
IEEE 802.11ac specifications for network speeds and bandwidth can vary due to network
and service provider considerations, interface type, and other factors.
All images are for illustrative purposes only.
Before You Begin
If your computer has
a previously installed
Bluetooth driver,
follow these steps
to disable it before
connecting the
BT5A.
1. Open Window’s
Device Manager.
2. Locate the driver
in the Bluetooth
dropdown.
Right-click on it
and select disable
device.
If there is no Bluetooth driver in the Device Manager window, skip to Installing the
Bluetooth 5.0 Driver.
Installing the Bluetooth 5.0 Driver
Go to www.xcellongear.com/downloads, select BT5A from the dropdown and click on the
download for your computer’s operating system.
Windows 7, 8, and 10
1. Locate the .exe file and double-click it to
run the installer.
2. Insert the BT5A into an available USB
port on your computer, and click OK to
continue the installation.
3. Click Next to continue.
4. Select Yes, I want to restart my
computer now, and click Finish to
complete the installation.
Linux
Locate the Readme.txt file and follow
the instructions to install the driver.
Specifications
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Compatibility
System Support
Transmission Frequency
Transmission Speed
Wireless Modulation
Wireless Range
Interface
Dimensions (D × W × H)
5.0
5, 4.x, 3.x, 2.x
Windows 7,8, 10, and Linux
2.4 GHz
Up to 3 Mb/s
FHSS, GFSK, TT/4-DQPSK, 8-DPSK
Up to 65.6 ft. (20 m)
USB 2.0 Standard-A
1.34 × 0.6 × 0.31 in. (34 × 16 × 8 mm)
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or changes to this
equipment. Such modifications or changes could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate
this equipment.
CE Certificate Warning
This device is operated the frequency bands(s) and the maximum output power (E.I.R.P) : 2402MHz – 2480MHz : 8.16dBm
The suitable temperature for the product and accessories is 32°-104°F (0°-40°C).
EU Regulatory Conformance
Hereby, GRADUS GROUP LLC. declares that this device BT5A is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions
of Directive 2014/53/EU.
One-Year Limited Warranty
This Xcellon product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the
original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The
warranty provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely
to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product that fails during normal
use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of
the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been
discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of
equivalent quality and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident,
alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE
WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you
with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to
state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Xcellon Customer Service Department to obtain a
return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to
Xcellon along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective
product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
For more information or to arrange service, visit www.xcellongear.com or call Customer
Service at 212-594-2353.