IOGear GBS301 Bedienungsanleitung

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    Bluetooth to Serial Adapter Bluetooth to Serial Adapter Bluetooth to Serial Adapter Bluetooth to Serial Adapter Bluetooth to Serial Adapter User Manual (GBS301) ®[...]

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    IOGEAR’s Bluetooth serial adapter brings wireless Bluetooth technology to your RS-232 serial equipment, allowing you to eliminate conventional cables. With a maximum range of 330 ft (100 meters), you are no longer bound to cable length limitations or messy cables. Simply plug in the Bluetooth adapter to your serial equipment and transfer data to [...]

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    T able of Contents Package Contents.............................................................................................. 2 Features........................................................................................................... 3 System Requirements.................................................................................[...]

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    2 Package Contents This package contains: 1 Bluetooth serial adapter 1 Null modem adapter 1 Power adapter 1 User manual 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Warranty/Registration card[...]

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    3 Features · Eliminates messy cables, allowing you to communicate to serial RS-232 devices wirelessly · Easily accessib le DIP s witches for f ast and easy configuration without using HyperT er minal · Communicates with another IOGEAR Bluetooth Serial Adapter or any other Bluetooth enabled device · Bluetooth class 1 device with a maximum range [...]

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    4 • Device with DB-9 Connector and compliant with RS-232 protocol System Requirements Note: Due to the various communication protocols and drivers involved, this adapter may not work with RS-232 modems, mice, keyboards, cell phones, and devices using proprietary communication protocols.[...]

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    5 5 Introduction 1. IOGEAR logo, mark of Quality 2. Power jack 3. Status LED 4. DIP Switches 5. RS-232 interface 3[...]

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    6 6 Bluetooth Serial Adapter Pin-out Pictorial Introduction[...]

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    7 Pictorial Introduction 7 Null Modem Adapter Pin-out[...]

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    8 8 Operation Factory Settings When using the Bluetooth serial adapter with your serial devices, you must make sure that all the settings below match on both devices; otherwise, you may encounter problems communicating. Below are the factory default settings of this unit: Encryption = disabled Authentication = enabled PIN key = 1234 Baud rate = sel[...]

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    9 Switfches 1-3 9 Operation DIP Switches 1, 2, and 3 are used to configure the baud rate. Note: Most computer serial ports only support baud rate up to 115200. For higher baud rates, you may need to install a high-speed serial card in your computer. In addition, if you need to set a lower baud rate for your application, see the Advanced Configurati[...]

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    Operation 10 DIP Switch 4 is used to set the serial adapter as master or slave: Master mode: Switch 4 ON Slave mode: Switch 4 OFF Master Mode If you are interconnecting two IOGEAR Bluetooth adapters, you must set one of them to master and the other to slave. Slave Mode Please note that Bluetooth software applications (like Widcomm) will only be abl[...]

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    11 Basic Configuration 11 The Bluetooth serial adapter has built-in dip switches for fast and easy configuration. If you would like to change any of the default settings, consult the Advanced Configuration section on page 22. Using table 1 on page 9, set the baud rate on the Bluetooth serial adapter by using the on-board DIP switches. Make sure tha[...]

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    12 When using the Bluetooth serial adapter with a Bluetooth-enabled device (PC/PDA), you must set the Bluetooth serial adapter in slave mode (Switch 4 = Off). Plug in the Bluetooth serial adapter to your serial device. If your device has a male RS232 interface, use the included null modem adapter. Plug in the power cable to your Bluetooth serial ad[...]

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    13 13 Use your Bluetooth software to search for Bluetooth devices in range. Once the Bluetooth serial adapter is detected, pair to it. If prompted for a PIN code, enter “1234” (without the quotes). Once paired, establish a connection using the Bluetooth serial port profile (SPP). If you’re not sure how to do this, please consult the documenta[...]

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    Widcomm Bluetooth Software 1. Open My Bluetooth Places and Search for Devices in Range 14 Basic Configuration[...]

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    15 2. When found, pair to the Bluetooth serial adapter. The default PIN code is “1234” 3. Once paired, the unit will display the services available.The service offered by this unit is the Serial Port Profile (SPP).T o estab lish a connection, right-click on it and select “Connect to Bluetooth Serial Po r t. ” Basic Configuration[...]

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    4. Once connected, you will see this window indicating the COM port number used for connection with the Bluetooth serial adapter. In our example below , this is COM 4, but most likely it will be different in your case. 16 IMPOR T ANT : Make note of this COM port number , as this is the COM por t that you need to specify for your specific applicatio[...]

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    17 1. Auto-pairing 2. Back-to-Back 3. Configuration Mode Interconnecting two IOGEAR Bluetooth serial adapters Basic Configuration SCENARIO 2: When interconnecting two IOGEAR Bluetooth serial adapters, there are three methods you can use to pair and connect them:[...]

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    14 Note: If you have previously paired to the Bluetooth serial adapter(s), make sure to follow the unpairing procedure on page 29 before attempting to connect to a new device. 18 Set one serial adapter to Master (switch 4 = ON), and the other to Slave (switch 4 = OFF) Method 1 – Auto-paring Follow steps below Set matching baud rates as needed Pow[...]

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    15 Method 2 – Back to Back Pairing Follow this procedure to pair two (2) Bluetooth Serial Adapters. 19 1 Set one serial adapter to Master (switch 4 = ON), and the other to Slave (switch 4 = OFF) Upon successful connection, the blue LED on both adapters will turn off and remain off 5 Finished Note: Once you have paired both Bluetooth serial adapte[...]

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    20 Disconnect both serial adapters and Power them OFF 7 4 Back-to-Back Connect the serial adapters back-to-back, using the included Null Modem adapter Power ON both Serial adapters 5 Power ON Power OFF 7 Almost instantly , the Red/Blue LED will light up and sta y solid; this indicates successful pair ing of the two serial adapters. (If this does no[...]

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    21 After successful connection is made, the blue LED on both serial adapters will turn off and remain Y ou ma y now connect each adapter to your desired serial device f or communication. After powering back ON both serial adapters, the blue LED will blink on both serial adapters indicating connection is in progress; which usually takes about sixty [...]

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    The Bluetooth serial adapter has an embedded configuration menu that allows you to change settings for your specific application. This menu can be accessed via HyperT erminal (Windows systems). Using this configuration mode, you can configure the baud rate, select Peer Device (Master only), change PIN code, enable/disable authentication, and enable[...]

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    Configuring Serial Adapter 23 Advanced Configuration Set the Baud rate on the Serial adapter to 9600 (see table 1 on page 9) 1 Set baud rate Plug the Bluetooth serial adapter to an available serial port on your computer (Do NOT power on the serial adapter yet). 2 Plug in Open HyperT erminal (Go to Star t Run, and type “ hyper trm”) and enter an[...]

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    18 Note: HyperT er minal may also be found under Start Programs Accessories C o m m u n i - cations HyperT er minal 24 Advanced Configuration[...]

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    When prompted for the COM port number being used, make sure to select the correct one. If you only have one physical com port in your computer, this will probably be COM 1 However, if you’re unsure, contact your computer/motherboard manufacturer. In the case above, we have several COM ports available, and we are using COM 1. 19 25 Advanced Config[...]

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    20 26 Make sure to set your settings as shown on the window below: 5 Port Settings Advanced Configuration[...]

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    21 27 Once you have initiated your HyperT er minal session, pow er ON the Serial adapter. It will display the words “PR” to indicate it is in configuration mode. Within six (6) seconds, enter the words “A T” (without quotes) to inv ok e the configuration menu 6 Power on Note: If this does not happen, simply power Off the serial adapter and [...]

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    28 Advanced Configuration 7 Make Changes Make your selection from the menu to change any desired settings. F or more details on the HyperT e rminal configuration menu, please see the Appendix on page 31. 8 Exit and apply changes T o apply an y changes, you must select option E (Exit configuration) and accept the changes. Finally , p ower cycle the [...]

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    29 Unpairing Procedure Method 1 1. Power OFF the serial adapter 2. Change the position of Dip Switch 4 3. Power ON the serial adapter.The LED will blink once, indicating successful unpairing. 4. Power OFF the serial adapter 5. Change dip switch 4 back to its original position 6. Y ou can now pair the Bluetooth serial adapter with another device The[...]

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    30 Specifications[...]

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    31 IMPORT ANT NOTE: As you look at the options listed below , please keep in mind that in order to apply any changes made, you must: · Select option E (Exit configuration) and type “Y” to accept changes, and · Power cycle the serial adapter(s) by powering it off, then back on again Appendix A HyperT erminal Men u The IOGEAR Bluetooth serial a[...]

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    32 IOGEAR GBS301 CONFIGURA TION MENU 1. Search for Bluetooth adapter 2. Change local device name 3. Set authentication mode 4. Set pin key 5. Set encryption mode 6. Set baud rate 7. Change uart settings 8. Display device settings C. Clear pairing information D . Displa y firmware version F . Restore f actory settings E. Exit configuration Appendix [...]

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    33 Option 1: Search for Bluetooth adapter Use this option to search for another IOGEAR Bluetooth serial adapter. This option is only available if device set as Master. Keep in mind that the other serial adapter must be set to slave in order to be discovered. Option 2: Change local device name Use this option if you wish to change the name displayed[...]

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    34 Option 4: Set pin key The default PIN key for the serial adapter is “1234”. If you wish to change this to something else, use this option Option 5: Set encryption mode Use this option to enable/disable encryption mode. For example, there are some applications that might not work properly if encryption is enabled. In these cases, you may choo[...]

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    35 Option 6: Set baud rate The dip switches on the serial adapter allow you to set baud rates ranging from 9600 to 921600. If you need to use a lower baud rate – like 2400bps or 4800bps – use this option. The baud rates available for this unit are listed below: Baud rate setting 0. Baud rate selection from switch 1. 2400bps 2. 4800bps 3. 9600bp[...]

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    36 Option 7: Change uart settings For certain applications, you might need to change the default UART settings. Below are the available options for this adapter: Parity : None, Odd, Even Stop bits: 1, 2 In case you are w ondering, UAR T stands for Univ ersal Asynchronous Receiver/T ransmitter . Option 8: Display device settings Use this option to d[...]

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    37 Option D: Display firmware version Displays the firmware version of the Bluetooth serial adapter; this is mostly used for troubleshooting purposes Option F: Restore factory settings Use this option to restore all values to their factory settings. Option E: Exit configuration This option is used to exit the configuration menu, and apply all chang[...]

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    38 T ec hnical Support If you need technical support, please check out our IOGEAR T ech Info Library (T .I.L.) at www.iogear.com/support for the latest tips, tricks, and troubleshooting. The IOGEAR T .I.L. was designed to provide you with the latest technical information about our products. Most of the answers to your questions can be found here, s[...]

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    39 Radio & TV Interference Statement W ARNING!!! This equipment generates , uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursua[...]

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    40 IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT , INDIRECT , SPECIAL, INCIDENT AL OR CONSEQUENTIAL D AMA GES RESUL TING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT , DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENT A TION EXCEED THE PRICE P AID FOR THE PRODUCT . The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the conten[...]

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    41 CE Safety Statement This device has been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive on the approximation of the law of member states relating to EMC Directiv e 89/336/EEC, Low V oltage Directive 73/23/EEC and R&TTE Directiv e 99/5/EC . The product has been approv ed f or L VD and cov ered the follo wing [...]

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    23 Hubble • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P) 949.453.8782 • (F) 949.453.8785 • www.iogear.com Contact inf o. ®[...]