Brainboxes BL-521 User manual

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•Class 1 Bluetooth device operating
at 14dBm
•Suitable for ANY device with serial port
•Handshaking CTS/RTS & DTR/DSR
•Range, Office: 20m Field: 200m
subject to local environment conditions
•Integral Antenna
•Upgradeable onboard flash memory for
latest Bluetooth Features
•4 ways to Configure
•Up to 1.0 Megabaud RS232
•9 Pin female adaptor included
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CLASS 1 RS232 BLUETOOTH ADAPTOR
TEL: [phone] EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: WWW.BRAINBOXES.COM
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Four configuration modes tailored to suit every environment:
o Configuration Utility (for Windows)
o Remote Configuration Over Bluetooth Link
o Command line Configuration
o Bulletin Board Configuration
Also included full product documentation and troubleshooting
guide.
Find out about Brainboxes excellent Configuration Utility Software
Features: Click Here
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CLASS 1 BLUETOOTH RS232 ADAPTOR BL-521
CLASS 1 BLUETOOTH RS232 CONVERTOR MODULE BL-730
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Class 1 RS232
Bluetooth adaptor:
BL-521
Class 1 RS232 Bluetooth
converter Module for
OEM: BL-730
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Award winning Brainboxes RS232 Adaptor allows any device
with an RS232 port to communicate with another Bluetooth
device without the need for any additional software.
Ideal for Bluetooth enabling ‘dumb’ RS232 devices such as
dataloggers etc. Based on fully tested Bluetooth silicon,
allowing communications at the full Bluetooth data
rates. Integral Antenna.
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Class 1 devices see: BL-830 and BL-819
RoHS Compliant

CLASS 1 BLUETOOTH RS232 ADAPTOR
BL-521
BL-730
Product Code BL-521 & BL-730
Bluetooth General
Bluetooth Qualification 1.2 Qualified
Bluetooth Radio
Class Of Device Class 1
Radio Frequency 2.4GHz
Integral Antenna Yes
Output Power Qualified at 14 dBm
Operating Distance (Typical) Metres* Field: 200m Office: 20m
Bluetooth Settings
Max Transfer rate (Kb/s) up to 723
Configurable Local Device Name and Device Class Yes
Pairing Options Enable/disable/link key expiry/2 proximity modes
Client and Server Mode Yes
Configurable Discoverability, Security mode and PIN number Yes
PICONET & SCATTERNET capable Yes
PARK and SNIFF mode Yes
Factory Reset Yes
Serial Port Settings
Baud Rate (Kb/s) 244 - 1,000,000
Data Bits 8
Parity Odd, Even, Mark Space
Stop bits 1 or 2
Flow Control RTS/CTS , DTR/DSR
Bluetooth Security
Encryption 'None' , 'Point to Point' or 'Point to Point and Broadcast'
PIN Authentication PIN: Select from list or enter custom (16 character limit)
Security Levels Low, Medium & High (Security Mode 1,2 & 3)
General
Power Source External Power Device: 200mA @ 5V
LED's status LEDs: Power, Tx, Rx
Power Consumption Depends on usage, more info CLICK HERE
Weight 68g
Size WxDxH (mm) 40 x 80 x 22 (plus 180mm cable and connector) BL-521
34 x 44 x 2 BL-730
RS232 connector 9 pin male (female adaptor supplied)
Interface
OS Compatibility This device is compatible with any product with a serial
port
Configuration Windows Utility software or Remote/terminal Config
Awards Winner Microsoft Tech Ed 2005, Mobile Computing Europe:
Bluetooth CompactFlash and Bluetooth Serial Connectivity
Winner 2005 European Electronics Industry Awards:
Manufacturer of the Year
Approvals & Accreditations UL, CE, FCC, Bluetooth Approved
(not BL-730, approval required for integrated systems)
Box Contents Bluetooth RS232 Adaptor (BL-521) / Bluetooth RS232 convertor module
Power Supply (BL-521) Shell connector and crimps (BL-521)
CD with Utility software, manual, troubleshooting guide and datasheet
Quick Start Guide
OEM option Available for bulk buy OEM
Product Support Lifetime Email and Phone Support
from fully qualified, friendly staff 40 hours a week
Warranty 3 years
Made In Manufactured in the UK by Brainboxes
Winner 2005 European Electronics Industry Awards
Manufacturer of the Year
Customisable Brainboxes operate a "Perfect Fit Custom Design"
policy for volume users More Info: CLICK HERE
For Comprehensive Technical Specification Click Here *Subject to Local Environment Conditions
Female
Male
Pin 1
N/C
N/C
Pin 2
TXD
RXD
Pin 3
RXD
TXD
Pin 4
DSR
DTR
Pin 5
GND
GND
Pin 6
DTR
DSR
Pin 7
CTS
RTS
Pin 8
RTS
CTS
Pin 9
N/C
N/C
Female
Male
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CLASS 1 BLUETOOTH RS232 ADAPTOR
Glossary: Product Features Explained
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Brainboxes Bluetooth RS232 Adaptors have 4 ways to be configured: Configuration Utility, Bulletin Board,
Remote Config or Command Line. Shown here is the our simple yet complete Configuration Utility, which
allows full customisation of a Brainboxes Bluetooth RS232 Adaptor.
Usability that speaks for itself
TEL: [phone] EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: WWW.BRAINBOXES.COM
BL-521
BL-730
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There are 3 classes of Bluetooth device defined to suit different needs:
Class 1 - Long Range
Maximum Output Power of 100mW (20dBm)
Class 2 - Medium Range
Maximum Output Power of 2.5mW (4dBm) most common
Class 3 - Short Range
Maximum Output Power of 1mW (0dBm) very rare
A value of distance cannot be explicitly stated for each device class; every user environment is slightly
different, and affects the signal in different ways. The best way to compare devices operating range is by
comparing Output Power. A device with a larger output power will be able to communicate with other devices
over a further distance. Most Brainboxes devices are class 1 devices with a very powerful Power Output, Brainboxes
Bluetooth Class 1 devices have one of the most powerful Bluetooth radios in the industry - 14dBm!

CLASS 1 BLUETOOTH RS232 ADAPTOR
TEL: [phone] EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: WWW.BRAINBOXES.COM
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Bluetooth makes the sharing and exchange of information between mobile or static devices as
simple as possible. Whether at home, on the move, or in the office it can be used for
networking, sharing files, synchronizing information, email, Internet access, printing, and more.
In industry it can be used to wirelessly control equipment and machinery - perfect for servicing
inaccessible devices.
Connect wirelessly to a Bluetooth
printer to easily print copies of
your documents
Create instant ad-hoc networks to
share files and information
Use Bluetooth in test or manufacturing
to control and monitor equipment
Connect to the Internet from
anywhere at home via a Bluetooth
broadband modem
Email anywhere by connecting
your laptop or Pocket PC to your
Bluetooth phone
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"Brainboxes constantly strives to achieve higher standards for the benefit of customers."
‘Kaizen’ is a Japanese term meaning ‘continuous improvement’. Kaizen has been implemented
throughout Brainboxes, resulting in significant improvements to our products and our customer service,
as illustrated by the development of our own custom ASIC “LYNX” and our new lifetime warranty. As part of this
ongoing process, in 2004 we embarked on ‘Lean’ and ‘6 Sigma’ programs which are successfully increasing
productivity and efficiency in all areas of the company. More Info: Click Here
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“Brainboxes offers free lifetime support for ALL customers.”
We aim to provide industry leading support for our customers. Our highly trained and helpful support
engineers sit and work closely with the product designers, developers, and testers to ensure an in-depth
knowledge of the products. Support can be found by emailing [email protected] or
calling: [phone] during UK office hours.
Support website: www.brainboxes.com/support/index.asp
“Brainboxes offers 3 year ‘no quibble warranty’ on all Bluetooth products.”
If, for whatever reason, your Brainboxes Bluetooth device does become dysfunctional Brainboxes are happy to replace
it thanks to our “3 year no quibble warranty”. Peace of mind for your investment.
BL-521
BL-730