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Users Manual
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT LEGEND
If you are a United States government agency, then this documentation and the software described herein
are provided to you subject to the following:
All technical data and computer software are commercial in nature and developed solely at private expense.
Software is delivered as “Commercial Computer Software” as defined in DFARS 252.227-7014 (June 1995)
or as a “commercial item” as defined in FAR 2.101(a) and as such is provided with only such rights as are
provided in 3Com’s standard commercial license for the Software. Technical data is provided with limited
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3Com®
Bluetooth User Guide 1
INTRODUCTION
Overview 5
Bluetooth Device Installation CD 5
Bluetooth Device Features 5
Bluetooth Compliant 5
Radio Connections 6
Optimized Antenna 6
Windows Support 6
Software and Firmware Upgradeable 6
INSTALLING YOUR 3COM BLUETOOTH DEVICE
Overview 7
Windows 95, 98, 2000, and Me 7
Installing the Device 7
Uninstalling 7
Windows NT 4.0 8
3COM BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MANAGER
Overview 9
Installation 9
Features 9
Main Window 10
Using Connection Manager 10
Connection Manager Help System 11
Other Applications 11
Bluetooth Diagnostics 11
Control Panel Applet 11
TROUBLESHOOTING
Overview 13
Bluetooth Device Installation 13
Bluetooth Device Use 13
REGULATORY INFORMATION
1INTRODUCTION
Overview The 3Com Bluetooth Device is based on the Bluetooth wireless standard, which allows
you to get reliable, cable-free connectivity to all personal mobile devices such as laptop
and desktop computers, Palm computers, cellular phones, and other devices, that use
the Bluetooth standard.
Wireless technology opens many new possiblities for personal mobile devices. Wireless
e-mail, LAN/WAN internet access, faxes, file transfers, and Palm HotSyncs are just a
few examples of what can be done using this new cable-free standard.
The 3Com Bluetooth Device is configured using 3Com Bluetooth Connection Manager
(see 3Com Bluetooth Connection Manager). Connection Manager is used for
configuring the 3Com Bluetooth Device and viewing other Bluetooth devices. It must
be running to use the 3Com Bluetooth Device. Connection Manager is installed
automatically (see Installing Your 3Com Bluetooth Device) and is loaded at Windows
startup. It remains minimized as a system tray icon until you double-click the icon.
Once you open Connection Manager you can configure your 3Com Bluetooth Device
and connect to other Bluetooth devices.
Bluetooth Device
Installation CD
The following contents are provided on the 3Com Bluetooth Device Installation CD:
nWindows 95, 98 and 2000 setup program and drivers
nWindows NT 4.0 setup program and drivers
nWindows Millenium Edition (Windows Me) setup program and drivers
n3Com Bluetooth Connection Manager
nREADME.TXT file with updated information about your 3Com Bluetooth Device
nThis 3Com Bluetooth Device User Guide
nOther supporting files
Bluetooth Device
Features
Bluetooth Compliant Your 3Com Bluetooth Device is compliant with the latest wireless technology
standards:
nBluetooth 1.0b Specification
nPC Specification version 1.1
nPC Common Class Specification version 1.0
nDesigned to meet worldwide regulatory approvals
6CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Radio Connections For wireless connecting, the 3Com Bluetooth Device uses a reliable radio to trasmit
data wirelessly. The onboard radio uses the following settings:
nRadio Transmit Power: 0 dBm (1mW)
nRadio Sensitivity: -70dBm
nFrequency Range: 2.402--2.480 GHz
Optimized Antenna The 3Com Bluetooth Device’s antenna is integrated into the PC or USB card. This
optimized antenna provides powerful performance in all directions.
Windows Support nWake up on incoming call
nWindows Power Management Support
nWindows Plug-and-Play Support
Software and Firmware
Upgradeable
Your 3Com Bluetooth Device can be updated to correct problems without having to
return your card to 3Com. Current software and firware upgrades and the instructions to
use them are on the BBS, the 3Com Web site (www.3com.com), and online services.
If your device is functioning properly, there is usually no need to upgrade it. In any
case, we recommend upgrading only under the direction of a Customer Support
Applications Engineer.
2INSTALLING Y
OUR 3COM
BLUETOOTH DEVICE
Overview To install your 3Com Bluetooth Device, Windows 95/98, Windows 2000, Windows
Millenium Edition (Windows Me), or Windows NT 4.0 must be running on your
computer.
In Windows 95, 98, 2000, Me, and NT 4.0, you must first run the 3Com installation
software. In addition to installing the required files, the install program automatically
does all of this for you:
nUpdates Windows and other files for optimal use with your Bluetooth Device
nInstalls 3Com Bluetooth Connection Manager
nAutomatically identifies and selects the resources on your computer that are
necessary for your device
nCopies the “Uninstall” files to your hard drive
nAt your option, installs this 3Com Bluetooth Device User Guide
Windows 95, 98, 2000,
and Me
Installing the Device
1With your computer running and Windows active, insert the 3Com Bluetooth
Installation CD into your notebook.
If AutoPlay is active, the Master Installer window appears. If the Master Installer
window does not appear, go to your CD-ROM drive and launch setup.exe.
2Click Install Hardware.
3Click Continue.
4Follow the prompts to complete installation of your 3Com Bluetooth Device.
Your computer will go through a brief installation process. When this process
completes, your device is installed.
Uninstalling In Windows 95/98 and Windows 2000, you can uninstall your Device any time
following the installation; however, any changes to the system files made between the
NOTE: If you do not have a CD-ROM drive, you can create your own set of
installation diskettes by using the CD-ROM drive on another computer. Insert the
Installation CD and choose Create Diskettes. Follow the prompts to create your own
set of installation diskettes. You will need several blank diskettes when creating your
own set.
8CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING YOUR 3COM BLUETOOTH DEVICE
install and the uninstall will be lost. The files that existed before the install will be
restored.
1Click Start.
2Click Programs.
3Click 3Com Utilities.
4Choose Uninstall.
5Follow the prompts.
6When the Uninstall is complete, remove the 3Com Bluetooth Device and restart your
computer.
The Uninstall removes desktop icons, registry entry files, the user guide, and files used
by the Device.
Windows NT 4.0
1Remove your Hardware from its plastic traveling case and insert it into the appropriate
slot in your computer.
2Restart your computer.
3Go to your CD ROM drive and launch setup.exe.
4Follow the prompts as they appear.
5Select Start>Settings>Control Panel>.
6With the installation CD or disk in the slot, click Have disk.
7Make sure the path to the CD or disk is correct and click OK.
8Follow the remaining prompts to complete the installation.
Your computer will go through a brief installation process. Once this process
completes, your 3Com Bluetooth Device is installed.
NOTE: If you do not have a CD-ROM drive, you can create your own set of
installation diskettes by using the CD-ROM drive on another computer. Insert the
Installation CD and choose Create Diskettes. Follow the prompts to create your own
set of installation diskettes. You will need several blank diskettes when creating your
own set.
33COM BLUETOOTH CONNECTION
MANAGER
Overview 3Com Bluetooth Connection Manager is used for configuring the 3Com Bluetooth
Device and connecting to other Bluetooth devices. Connection Manager must be
running to use the 3Com Bluetooth Device.
Installation 3Com Bluetooth Connection Manager is installed automatically during the installation
process (see Installing Your 3Com Bluetooth Device). Once installed, it is
automatically loaded at Windows startup and remains minimized as a System Tray icon
until you double-click the icon and open the Connection Manager main window. When
Connection Manager is open, you can configure your Bluetooth Device and connect to
other Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth Connection Manager must be running to use the
3Com Bluetooth Device, however, it does not need to be open, only active in the
System Tray.
Illustration of the System Tray with Bluetooth icon here!
Features Bluetooth Connection Manager displays the Bluetooth devices that are available for
connection, as well as the Bluetooth devices that are already connected to your
computer. Connection Manager allows you to do the following:
nConfigure the 3Com Bluetooth Device
nSee and select Bluetooth devices within radio frequency (RF) range
nSee the connection status of Bluetooth devices within RF range
nConnect to and disconnect from remote Bluetooth devices and services
nEnter, update, delete, retrieve, display, and store Bluetooth data
nSee Bluetooth-related information, warnings, and error messages
nCollect, log, and analyze Bluetooth data
nAccess Bluetooth applications and the Connection Manager Help System
10 CHAPTER 3: 3COM BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MANAGER
Main Window When you double-click Connection Manager in the System Tray, the main window
appears. The main window displays icons that represent remote Bluetooth devices such
as a desktop computer, Palm-size computer, cordless phone, or notebook computer. It
also shows connection and status information. The main menu at the top of the main
window contains all of the options that are associated with Connection Manager. Many
of these options are also found on the Connection Manager Toolbar that appears under
the main menu.
Using Connection
Manager
Connection Manager has a complete and informative help system. A help button is
found in each Connection Manager window that links directly to information about that
dialog in the help system. Tutorial topics are also included in Connection Manager’s
help system that take you step by step through making a network connection, making a
fax connection, sending a file, sending a business card, and setting up a Hotsync for a
Personal Digital Assistant (PDA). The help system also contains tutorial topics to help
you understand how security works and how serial connections work.
Other Applications 11
Connection Manager Help
System
You can access the Connection Manager help system in several ways:
1Click Help on the main window menu bar, and select Help Topics.
2Click Send from the main window, and select Connect....
To learn the most about 3Com Bluetooth Connection Manager, start by reading the
tutorials in the help system.
Other Applications Bluetooth diagnostics and the Control Panel applet are also automatically loaded during
installation.
Bluetooth Diagnostics Bluetooth diagnostics provides status information about the 3Com Bluetooth Device
and indicates if it is working properly. If you have problems with your Bluetooth
Device, Bluetooth Diagnostics provides 3Com customer support information about the
device that helps determine that the device is working properly, or what is causing a
problem.
Control Panel Applet The Control Panel applet is installed into the Windows System folder. The Control
Panel applet allows you to configure settings for the Bluetooth Device through a
Control Panel icon that appears after installation. You can access the Bluetooth Control
Panel in one of three ways:
nSelect the Bluetooth icon in the Windows Control Panel
nSelect Options from the Tools menu in the Connection Manager main window
nLeft-click the Bluetooth icon in the System Tray
12 CHAPTER 3: 3COM BLUETOOTH CONNECTION MANAGER
4TROUBLESHOOTING
Overview Under normal operating conditions, your 3Com Bluetooth PC Card will provide
reliable, trouble-free operation in a variety of environments; however, occasionally a
problem may arise. This section will help you resolve those problems. Locate the
problem in the section labeled “Message” or “Symptom”, then read and implement the
“Possible Solution”.
Bluetooth Device
Installation
Bluetooth Device Use
Message:
Possible Solution:
Symptom:
Possible Solution:
Symptom:
Possible Solutions:
Symptom:
Possible Solutions:
Symptom:
Possible Solution:
14 CHAPTER 4: TROUBLESHOOTING
REGULATORY INFORMATION
FCC PART 15 NOTICE
(APPLICABLE TO USE WITHIN
THE USA)
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
undersired operation.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:The Interference
Handbook
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
3Com Corporation
605 North 5600 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
(800) 527-8677
Declares that the Product:
Date: 23 June 2000
Brand Name: 3Com Corporation
Model Number: 3CRWB60
Equipment Type: Bluetooth Wireless PC Card
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.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE
(APPLICABLE TO USE WITHIN
CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to
provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
AVIS DE CONFORMITÉ À LA
RÉGLEMENTATION
D’INDUSTRIE CANADA
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conform à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l’objet d’une licence, cet appareil doit être utilisé à
l’intérieur seulement et devrait êtra placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal.
SAFETY This device has been tested and certified according to the following safety standards and is intended for use only in Information
Technology Equipment which has been tested and certified to these or other equivalent standards:
CAUTION: FCC Radio-Frequency Exposure Notice
This device generates and radiates radio-frequency energy. In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure
guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, this equipment has to be installed and operated while maintaining a minimum
body to antenna distance of 2.5 cm.
This product does not contain any user serviceable components. Any unauthorized product changes or modifications will
invalidate 3Com’s warranty and all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals.
WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device as applicable,
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 off 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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
3Com Corporation 3CRWB60
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
nUL Standard 1950 (3rd Edition)/ CSA C22.2 No. 950
nIEC 60950
nEN 60950
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY CE
NOTICE Marking by the symbol 0682 indicates compliance of this equipment to the R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC.Such marking is indicative that this equipment meets or exceeds the following technical standards:
nETS 300 328 - Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband Transmission systems; data
transmission equipment operating in the 2,4GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques
nETS 300 826 - Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standard for 3,4 GHz wideband transmission systems and High PErformance Radio Local Area Network (HIPERLAN)
equipment
nES 59005 - Considerations for the evaluation of human exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from mobile
telecommunication equipment (MTE) in the frequency range 30 MHZ - 6 GHz
nEN 55022 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference Characteristics of Information Technology
Equipment. (CISPR 22 Class B).
nEN 60950 - Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment
VCCI CLASS B This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from information Technology
Equipment (VCCI). If this product is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio
interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
A
antenna 6
C
compliance 5
Connection Manager 5, 9
features 9
help system 10
main window 10
troubleshooting 13
using 10
control panel 11
D
diagnostics 11
F
features 5
I
installation 5, 7, 9
Connection Manager 9
control panel 11
diagnostics 11
troubleshooting 13
Windows 2000 7
Windows 95 7
Windows 98 7
Windows Me 7
Windows NT 8
P
plug-and-play 6
power management 6
R
radio connections 6
S
support 6
T
troubleshooting
Connection Manager 13
diagnostics 13
installation 13
U
uninstalling 7
Windows 2000 7
Windows 95 7
Windows 98 7
Windows Me 7
