Belkin Bluetooth USB Adapter F8T012 User manual

Bluetooth™ USB Adapter
F8T012 - F8T013
Connect your peripherals and
computing devices, without cables
User Manual

Table of Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................... 4
Product Features .................................................................................................. 5
System Requirements ........................................................................................... 6
Package Contents ................................................................................................ 7
USB Adapter Specifications .................................................................................. 8
Software Setup .................................................................................................... 9
Hardware Setup ................................................................................................. 16
Initial Configuration Wizard ................................................................................. 19
Uninstalling the Software .................................................................................... 22
How to use the Belkin Bluetooth software ............................................................ 26
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Bluetooth USB Adapter (the USB Adapter) from Belkin.
The USB Adapter features the breakthrough Bluetooth wireless technology that lets
you create efficient communications between your USB desktop PC or notebook and
devices using Bluetooth wireless technology—without physical connectors or cables.
Before you install and start using your new USB Adapter, please take a few minutes
to review some of the terms that you will be seeing throughout the document.
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Product Features
• Bluetooth allows you to create adhoc network
• Higher speed access up to 3Mbps (effective throughput of 2.2 Mbps)
• Adds Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR wireless technology to your
USB desktop computer, or notebook
• Fast paring time between 3.5 to 5 sec.
• Lower power consumption
• Bit Error Rate (BER) improved performance
• Manufacturer’s Lifetime Warranty
• Offers backwards compatibility with any Bluetooth v1.1 and v1.2-compliant device
• Installs easily with Plug-and-Play convenience
• Allows you to work at distances of up to 100 metres (Class 1) and 10 metres (Class 2)**
• Supports Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE, Me, 2000, XP, and Mac OS® X v10.3 and higher*
** Range is dependent upon environment, number of users and other wireless devices within immediate proximity.
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PC System Requirements
• PC-compatible computer, CPU speed of 200MHz or above
• Memory: 64MB or above, 128MB recommended
• One available USB port, USB 1.1 standard
• Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP
Mac® System Requirements
• One available USB port, USB 1.1 standard
• Mac OS X v10.3 and higher*
*Mac OS X driver and software provided by Apple.
System Requirements
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Package Contents
• Bluetooth USB Adapter
• CD-ROM for installation software and documentation
• User Manual on CD
• Quick Installation Guide
• Registration Card
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USB Adapter Specifications
Bluetooth Compliance: Version 2.0
Physical Interface: USB UHCI/OHCI 2.0-compliant
Operating Frequency: 2.4 to 2.4835GHz
Output Power: (F8T012) 4~20 dBm, Class I
(F8T013) -6~4 dBm, Class II
Sensitivity: <0.1% BER @ -80 dBm
Data Rate: 3Mbps (effective throughput of 2.2 Mbps)
Typical Power
Consumption: (F8T012) Tx: 150mA, Rx 80mA
(F8T013) Tx: 65mA, Rx 45mA
Operating Range: (F8T012) 100-meter radius indoors
(F8T013) 10-meter radius indoors
Network Topology: Point-to-Multipoint
Packet Support: 1/3/5 Slots Packet
Operation: Master/Slave
Frequency Stability: +/- 10PPM
LED Indicator: Power On/Data Traffic
Antenna Type: Integrated, 0 +/- 1 dBi
Dimensions: 58mm (L) x 18mm (W) x 8mm (H)
Weight: 0.2oz. (7g)
Operating Temp: 0 to 70 degrees Celsius
Storage Temp: -30 to 80 degrees Celsius
Humidity: 5-90% (non-condensing)
Supply Voltage: 5.0V DC
Nominal Current: 100mA
Spread Spectrum: FHSS (Frequency Hopping
Spread Spectrum)
Modulation: GFSK (Gussian Frequency
Shift Keying)
Certifications: FCC, CE, ICES, C-Tick,
BQB, WHQL for XP
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Software Setup
1. Insert the CD and wait for the software to run automatically.
2. Press on “Install Bluetooth Software”.
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Software Setup
Software Setup for Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP
To install the software for the USB Adapter, follow the instructions below:
Note: The installation process for Windows XP may look slightly different from
Windows 98 SE, Me, and 2000.
Note: Do not insert the USB Adapter into the USB port prior to software installation.
1. Insert the software installation CD-ROM into the PC’s CD-ROM drive.
2. The “Software InstallShield Wizard” window appears. Click on “Next” to begin the
installation process.
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