Sony Group PEGAMSB1 Bluetooth Module User Manual Manual

Sony Corporation Bluetooth Module Manual

Manual

4- 662-841-11 (1)Bluetooth™ ModuleOperating Instructions 2002 Sony CorporationPEGA-MSB1
2Owner’s RecordThe model number and serial number are located at the rear of theproduct. Record the model number and the serial number in the spaceprovided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sonydealer regarding this product.Model Number : PEGA-MSB1Serial Number : __________________NOTICEThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect 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 fromthat to which the receiver is connected.—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC WARNINGChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operatethe equipment.
3FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:This transmitter complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forthfor an uncontrolled environment. To comply with the FCC RFexposure compliance requirements, no change to the antenna or thedevice is permitted. Any change to the antenna or the device couldresult in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and voiduser. In addition, this transmitter must not be co-located or operatingin conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifiesthat Industry Canada technical specifications were met.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.Warnings•In some situations or environments, the use of the Bluetooth™technology might be restricted by the proprietor of the building orresponsible representatives of the organization, for example on board ofairplanes, in hospitals or in any other environment where the risk ofinterference with other devices or services is perceived or identified asharmful.•If you are uncertain about the policy applying to the use of Bluetooth™technology in a specific organization or environment, you areencouraged to first ask for authorization prior to switching it on.•Consult your physician or the manufacturer of personal medical devices(pacemakers, hearing aids, etc.) regarding any restrictions on the use ofBluetooth™ technology.
4•Sony, , CLIÉ, , CLIÉ GEAR, , , JogDial and Memory Stick are trademarks of Sony Corporation.•Palm OS and HotSync are registered trademarks of Palm, Inc. or itssubsidiaries. Palm Desktop and HotSync logo are trademarks of Palm, Inc. orits subsidiaries.•Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of MicrosoftCorporation in the United States and/or other countries.•The Bluetooth trademarks are owned by their proprietor and used by SonyCorporation under license.•All other names of systems, products and services are trademarks of theirrespective owners. In the manual, the TM or ® marks are not specified.Before using the PEGA-MSB1, be sure to read the End User Software LicenseAgreement that accompanies it.• Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manualaccompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without thepermission of the copyright holder.• In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damages, or loss ofprofits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of thesoftware supplied with this unit.• If a problem occurs with this product as a result of defectivemanufacturing, SONY will replace it. However, SONY bears no otherresponsibility.• The software provided with this unit cannot be used with other units.• Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the softwarespecifications may be changed without notice.• Operation of this unit with software other than that provided is notcovered by the warranty.
5Table of ContentsIntroduction ................................................................................................... 6What You Can Do with this Bluetooth Module ....................................... 7Names of Parts .............................................................................................. 9Inserting/Removing this Bluetooth Module .......................................... 10Installing the Application .......................................................................... 12Performing a HotSync Operation.............................................................14Performing a HotSync Operation by Bluetooth Communicationsfor the First Time............................................................................ 14Performing a HotSync Operation for the Second Time andThereafter ........................................................................................ 20Accessing the Internet ................................................................................ 21Accessing the Internet by Bluetooth Communications for theFirst Time ........................................................................................ 21Accessing the Internet for the Second Time and Thereafter ...... 28Exchanging Information between Two CLIÉ Handhelds .................... 30Playing Reversi ........................................................................................... 32Reading the Online Manual ............................................................ 32Looking at Information .............................................................................. 33Looking at Information on Bluetooth Communication .............. 33Looking at Information on Other Devices .................................... 34Deleting Unnecessary Bonding Information ................................ 36Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 38Precautions on Use ..................................................................................... 42Specifications ............................................................................................... 44
6IntroductionThis product is a Bluetooth communication module for Sony PersonalEntertainment Organizer (mentioned as CLIÉ handheld after this) ofthe OS version 4.0 or later. Inserting this unit in your CLIÉ handheldallows you to perform wireless communication easily without theneed to connect the CLIÉ handheld to a Bluetooth enabled personalcomputer, cellular phone, modem, or LAN access point (mentioned asBluetooth compatible devices after this) with a cable.PEGA-MSB1 has the following features.•Bluetooth support enables wireless communication within a range ofabout 10 meters. (The actual range will vary depending on factorssuch as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around amicrowave oven, static electricity, interference, radio waveconditions, reception sensitivity or antenna's performance, andoperating system or software application, etc).•The security function prevents communication with unauthorizedBluetooth compatible devices.Bluetooth compatible devices that can be used withPEGA-MSB1For information on the Bluetooth compatible devices, see ourhomepage “Net Communication Customer Link”:http://www.nccl.sony.net/Notes• This Bluetooth Module is a stick-type module only for the CLIÉ handheld ofOS Ver. 4.0 or later. Do not insert this Bluetooth Module in the memory stickslot of other devices. It will cause a malfunction of this Bluetooth Module andother devices.• Since a part of the operations of the device is not compatible with the jog assistfunction of CLIÉ handheld, you cannot perform these operations with the JogDial navigator of your CLIÉ handheld.
7What You Can Do with this BluetoothModuleInserting this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld allows you toperform wireless communication between your CLIÉ handheld and aBluetooth compatible device without connecting them with a cable.Performing a HotSync operationYou can perform a wireless HotSync operation (i.e., synchronizingdata) between your CLIÉ handheld and a Bluetooth compatiblepersonal computer. For detailed information on the HotSyncoperation, see the manual of your CLIÉ handheld.Accessing the InternetYou can access the Internet from your CLIÉ handheld through aBluetooth compatible cellular phone, modem, or LAN access point,and enjoy browsing various websites or sending/receiving email.NoteTo access the Internet through a cellular phone, modem or LAN access point,you need to be a subscriber to a telecommunications company and an InternetService Provider (ISP) in advance.PEGA-MSB1 and CLIÉhandheld Cellular phone, modemor LAN access point InternetContinued on next page
8Communicating between two CLIÉ handheldsEnjoying the supplied application “Reversi”You can play a game of Reversi, using two communicating CLIÉhandhelds. Install the Bluetooth preferences settings and the Reversiapplication in the CLIÉ handhelds you use.For details, see page 32.PEGA-MSB1 andCLIÉ handheld PEGA-MSB1 andCLIÉ handheldExchanging dataYou can exchange data, including address information, between twoCLIÉ handhelds.
9Names of PartsBluetooth ModulePOWER indicatorThis indicator lights when theCLIÉ handheld is ready forBluetooth communications.AccessoriesCD-ROM (1)Operating Instructions (1)Warranty card (1)End-User’s License Agreement (1)
10Inserting/Removing this BluetoothModuleInserting this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheldInsert this Bluetooth Module in the memory stick slot of the CLIÉhandheld.Notes•Insert this Bluetooth Module straight in the memory stick slot of the CLIÉhandheld.•Before performing Bluetooth communications, remove the supplied coverfrom this Bluetooth Module. The cover blocks off radio waves, and it maycause an incorrect operation.•Do not insert this Bluetooth Module in the wrong way. Forcing it in the wrongway will damage it and cause a malfunction.•You may be unable to use this Bluetooth Module when the remaining powerof the battery is extremely little. Before using, charge the battery fully.Insert this unit until it clicks.
11Removing this Bluetooth Module from your CLIÉ handheldAfter use, terminate Bluetooth communications. Then, push thisBluetooth Module down gently into the slot (1), and pull it upstraight (2).Notes•Be sure to push this Bluetooth Module down gently before pulling it out toavoid damaging this Bluetooth Module and the memory stick slot.•While the POWER indicator is on, do not remove this Bluetooth Module orsubject the CLIÉ handhled to excessive shock.12
12Installing the ApplicationWhen you try to perform Bluetooth communications for the first timeafter inserting this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld, youneed to install the Bluetooth Preferences utility in your CLIÉhandheld. You can install the utility from the supplied CD-ROM.NoteBefore installation, it is necessary to attach a cradle to the CLIÉ handheld andconnect it to a Windows computer. For details on how to connect the CLIÉhandheld to the computer, see the manual of your CLIÉ handheld.1Perform a soft reset on your CLIÉ handheld.For details on how to perform a soft reset, see the manual of yourCLIÉ handheld.2Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive ofyour Windows computer.The installer starts and the initial screen appears.TipIf the installer does not start automatically, double-click [setup](setup.exe).You can find it in the CD-ROM.3Proceed with the installation, following the installer'sinstructions.On the user name selection screen, select a user's name.Notes•If you want to use more than one CLIÉ handheld, you need to install thisapplication in each CLIÉ handheld.•The Bluetooth Preferences utility does not support the high resolutionmode. It is recommendable to enable the High Resolution Assist functionon the Preferences settings screen of your CLIÉ handheld.
134Click [Done] when the installer-closing screen appears.Your computer is ready to install the utility application for theBluetooth Preferences settings to your CLIÉ handheld. In the nextstep, you will perform a HotSync operation to carry out theinstallation.5Click the icon on the task tray that is located in thelower right corner of Windows display on yourcomputer.Check that [Local] is ticked in the shortcut menu on the display.z If you cannot find the icon on the task trayFrom the [Start] menu, click [Program], [Sony CLIE], and[HotSync Manager] to start up the HotSync manager.6Execute a local HotSync operation on your CLIÉhandheld.Pressing the button on the front panel of the cradle starts upthe local HotSync operation, and the utility application for theBluetooth Preference settings is installed into your CLIÉhandheld.NotePart of this software application extends in the system of CLIÉ handheld.Therefore, it cannot be uninstalled.
14Performing a HotSync OperationAfter inserting this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld, you canperform a wireless HotSync operation between your CLIÉ handheldand a Bluetooth compatible Windows computer.Performing a HotSync Operation by BluetoothCommunications for the First TimeWhen you perform a HotSync operation for the first time betweenyour CLIÉ handheld and a Bluetooth compatible computer, you needto set the communication method and bond the computer to yourCLIÉ handheld.The following is the procedure of performing a HotSync operation byBluetooth communications for the first time. From the second time,see “Performing a HotSync Operation for the Second Time andThereafter” (page 20).z What is “bonding”?To enable Bluetooth communication between this Bluetooth Module andanother Bluetooth compatible device, the device must be identified. This processis referred to as “bonding,” which is necessary to prevent access fromunauthorized Bluetooth compatible devices. A common Passkey is used to bondthe device to this Bluetooth Module.z What is a Passkey?A Passkey is a secret code entered by the user to enable two Bluetoothcompatible devices to communicate. When the same alphanumeric string isentered at both devices, communication becomes possible. The Passkey may bechanged for every communication session as long as the same one is used forboth devices. Once a valid link has been established, communication is possiblewithout further Passkey input for a preset period of time.
151Setting the communication method/PerformingbondingFor Bluetooth communications, set the communication method andbond a communication device to your CLIÉ handheld.Turn on the power of your computer and activate Bluetoothcommunications.For details, see the manual and online manual of your computer.1Insert this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld.2Tap the [Preferences] icon on the home screen of yourCLIÉ handheld.The [Preferences] screen appears.3Tap V in the upper right corner of the screen, andselect [Connection].The list of [Available Connections] appears.Continued on next page
164Tap [New].The [Edit Connection] screen appears.•Name: You can specify a name of connection method freelyaccording to the Bluetooth compatible communication deviceyou use. Enter any connection name you like in [Custom].•Connect to: Select [PC].•Via: Tap V and select [Bluetooth].•Device: [Tap to Find] appears.5Tap [Tap to Find].A Bluetooth compatible device discovery begins in the vicinity ofyour CLIÉ handheld.When the discovery ends, the Bluetooth compatible device thathas been found around your CLIÉ handheld is displayed.z If you are a VAIO userIf you bond a Sony VAIO to your CLIÉ handheld, perform a devicediscovery on the part of your VAIO first.
176Select a personal computer you want to bond to yourCLIÉ handheld, and tap [OK].The [Add Trusted Device] screen appears.7Tap [Yes].The [Bluetooth Security] screen appears on your CLIÉ handheld.The [Passkey Input] dialog box appears on the display of theselected computer.8Enter a Passkey and tap [OK] on your CLIÉ handheld.For Passkey input, use the alphanumeric keys.The “Authentication” dialogue box appears on the display of thecomputer.9Enter the same Passkey as Step 8 and click [OK] on thecomputer.Bonding is completed on both the CLIÉ handheld and thecomputer. The communication method you have set is added tothe list of [Available Connections] by the name you entered in[Name] in Step 4.10Tap the Home icon on your CLIÉ handheld.The home screen appears.Continued on next page
18Tips•The step in which the “Passkey Input” screen appears varies depending onBluetooth compatible devices, and for some devices, the “Passkey input”screen does not appear. In any case, follow the instructions shown on thescreen and enter a Passkey when required.•Depending on the radio wave conditions, it may take time to complete adevice discovery and establish communication.•If it takes too long to perform a device discovery, tap [Cancel] on the discoveryscreen, and conduct a discovery again.•If the device discovery failed in detecting a Bluetooth compatible computer,conduct a discovery again.2 Performing a HotSync operation1Check that the icon is displayed on the task tray inthe lower right corner of your computer display.z If you cannot find the icon on the task trayFrom the [Start] menu, click [Program], [Sony CLIE], and [HotSyncManager] to start up the HotSync manager.2Tap the [HotSync] icon on the home screen of your CLIÉhandheld.The [HotSync] screen appears.3Check that [Local] is selected.
194Tap V below the icon, and select the connectionyou would like to use.For connection, select the connection name that you specified inthe Step 4 of “1 Setting the communication method/Performingbonding” on page 16.5Tap the icon.A HotSync operation starts.When this operation ends, a message appears indicating that theHotSync Operation is completed.TipBluetooth communications between the CLIÉ handheld and the computer isautomatically disconnected when the HotSync operation finishes.Continued on next page
20Performing a HotSync Operation for the SecondTime and ThereafterOnce you have bonded your Bluetooth compatible computer to yourCLIÉ handheld, following the instructions described in “Performing aHotSync Operation by Bluetooth Communications for the First Time”on pages 14-19, you can perform a HotSync operation easily from thesecond time.If you try to perform a HotSync operation with an unauthorizedBluetooth compatible computer, follow the Procedures 1 and 2 of“Performing a HotSync Operation by Bluetooth Communications forthe First Time” on pages 14-19.1Make the following preparations.•Insert this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld.•Turn on the power of your computer and activate Bluetoothcommunications.2Tap the [HotSync] icon on the home screen of your CLIÉhandheld.The [HotSync] screen appears.3Tap the icon.A HotSync operation starts.When this operation ends, a message appears indicating that theHotSync Operation is completed.If you cannot perform a HotSync operation following theinstructions in “Performing a HotSync Operation for the SecondTime and Thereafter”Perform bonding again to authorize your Bluetooth compatiblecomputer as a communication device, following the instructions in“Performing a HotSync Operation for the First Time” on pages 14-19.
21Accessing the InternetYou can enjoy browsing various homepages or sending/receivingemail using your CLIÉ handheld, via a Bluetooth compatible cellularphone, modem, or LAN access point.Accessing the Internet by BluetoothCommunications for the First TimeWhen you access the Internet using your CLIÉ handheld via aBluetooth compatible cellular phone, modem, or LAN access point forthe first time, you need to set the communication method and bondthe device to your CLIÉ handheld.The following is the procedure of accessing the Internet by Bluetoothcommunications for the first time. From the second time, see“Accessing the Internet for the Second Time and Thereafter” (page28).z What is “bonding”?To enable Bluetooth communication between this Bluetooth Module andanother Bluetooth compatible device, the device must be identified. This processis referred to as “bonding,” which is necessary to prevent access fromunauthorized Bluetooth compatible devices. A common Passkey is used to bondthe device to this Bluetooth Module.z What is a Passkey?A Passkey is a secret code entered by the user to enable two Bluetoothcompatible devices to communicate. When the same alphanumeric string isentered at both devices, communication becomes possible. The Passkey may bechanged for every communication session as long as the same one is used forboth devices. Once a valid link has been established, communication is possiblewithout further Passkey input for a preset period of time.z If the Passkey for a communication device is fixedThe Passkey for some Bluetooth compatible devices is fixed. When you try toauthorize a device of which the Passkey is fixed, you need to confirm whatPasskey is used for the device in advance, and enter that Passkey at your CLIÉhandheld to enable communication. For details, refer to the manual of theBluetooth compatible device you use.Continued on next page
221Setting the connection method/PerformingbondingYou need to set the communication method and perform bonding forBluetooth communications.1Turn on the power of a cellular phone, modem, or LANaccess point, and activate Bluetooth communications.For details, see the manual of the cellular phone, modem or LANaccess point you use.2Insert this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld.3Tap the [Preferences] icon on the home screen of yourCLIÉ handheld.The [Preferences] screen appears.4Tap V in the upper right corner of the screen, andselect [Connection].The list of [Available Connections] appears.
235Tap [New].The [Edit Connection] screen appears.•Name: You can specify a name of connection method freelyaccording to the Bluetooth compatible communication deviceyou use. Enter any connection name you like in [Custom].•Connect to: Select according to the device you use.When you connect the CLIÉ handheld to;- a cellular phone or a modem: [Modem]- a LAN access point: [Local Network]•Via: Tap V and select [Bluetooth].•Dialing: Select the type of telephone circuit you use. Normally,select [Touch Tone™].•Volume: Select the speaker volume to browse the Internet.6Tap [Tap to Find].A Bluetooth compatible device discovery begins in the vicinity ofyour CLIÉ handheld.When the discovery ends, the Bluetooth compatible device thathas been found around your CLIÉ handheld is displayed.Continued on next page
247Select the cellular phone, modem or LAN access pointyou want to bond to your CLIÉ handheld, and tap [OK].The [Add Trusted Device] screen appears.8Tap [Yes].If you have selected a cellular phone, the “Passkey Input” screenappears on the display of the cellular phone.If you have selected a Bluetooth compatible device (modem orLAN access point) of which the Passkey is fixed, the“Authentication” screen appears on your CLIÉ handheld.9If you have selected a cellular phone, enter a Passkeyat the cellular phone, and click [OK].The “Authentication” screen appears on your CLIÉ handheld.10Enter the same Passkey∗ as Step 9 and tap [OK] on yourCLIÉ handheld.Bonding is completed on the CLIÉ handheld and thecommunication device (cellular phone, modem or LAN accesspoint). The communication method you have set is added to thelist of [Available Connections] by the name you entered in [Name]in Step 5.∗If the Passkey of the communication device is fixed, enter that fixedPasskey.
25Tips•The step in which the “Passkey Input” screen appears varies depending onBluetooth compatible devices, and for some devices, the “Passkey input”screen does not appear. In any case, follow the instructions shown on thescreen and enter a Passkey when required.•Depending on the radio wave conditions, it may take time to complete aBluetooth compatible device discovery or establish communication.•If it takes too long to perform a device discovery, tap [Cancel] on the discoveryscreen, and conduct a discovery again.•If the device discovery failed in detecting a device, conduct a discovery again.NoteEnter a Passkey to activate the security. If the security is off, you may becharged the telephone line rental fee that someone else should pay for a dial-upconnection when you access the Internet from your CLIÉ handheld through aBluetooth compatible cellular phone, modem or LAN access point.2 Executing a dial-up connection1Tap V in the upper right corner of the [Preferences]screen of your CLIÉ handheld, and select [Network].Continued on next page
262Tap V of [Service], and select the name of the InternetService Provider you use.3Tap V of [Connection] that is located in the middle ofthe screen, and select the connection you use.Select the connection name you specified in Step 5 in theprocedure of “1 Setting the connecting method/Performingbonding” on page 22.TipIf you have not set the items other than [Connection], specify informationon your Internet Service Provider. For details on how to specifyinformation, see the manual of your CLIÉ handheld.4Tap [Connect] at the bottom of the screen.A dial-up connection is executed.5Tap the Home icon.The home screen appears.
273Browsing homepages/ Sending/receiving emailYou can do the following operations from the home screen of yourCLIÉ handheld.Browsing homepagesStart up necessary application such as “Avant Go,” etc., andspecify a homepage address (URL) to see a homepage.Sending/receiving emailStart up the “CLIE Mail” application, etc., to send or receive emailon your CLIÉ handheld. For example, tapping [Send/ReceiveEmail] on the “CLIE Mail” screen allows you to send/receiveemail.After using the Internet1Cut off the dial-up connection on your CLIÉ handheld.For detailed operations, refer to the Help function, etc., of theapplication you are using.2Terminate Bluetooth communications on the cellularphone, modem or LAN access point.For detailed operations, refer to the manual of the cellular phone,modem or LAN access point.TipBluetooth communication between the CLIÉ handheld and the cellularphone, modem or LAN access point is automatically cut off when the dial-up connection is disconnected.Continued on next page
28Accessing the Internet for the Second Time andThereafterOnce you have bonded a communication device to your CLIÉhandheld, following the instructions in “Accessing the Internet byBluetooth Communications for the First Time” on pages 21-27, youcan access the Internet easily from the second time.If you try to use an unauthorized Bluetooth compatible cellularphone, modem, or LAN access point, follow the Procedures 1 to 3of “Accessing the Internet by Bluetooth Communications for the FirstTime” on pages 21-27.Note on the connection method for “CLIEMail”The explanation below is made on the assumption that you have set theconnection method in the “Preferences” settings of your CLIÉ handheld, byfollowing the procedures on pages 21-27. Therefore, if you have set theconnection method for CLIÉ Mail from the “Net Settings” application, it may beimpossible to perform a dial-up connection in Step 3 below. In this case, youneed to give priority to the “Preferences” settings for the connecting methodfrom the CLIÉ Mail application menu beforehand. For detailed operations, seethe manual of CLIÉ Mail.1Make the following preparations.•Insert this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld.•Turn on the power of the cellular phone, modem, or LAN accesspoint, and activate Bluetooth communications.2Start up the appropriate application on the homescreen of your CLIÉ handheld.To see homepages:Start up the “Avant Go” application etc.To send/receive email:Start up the “CLIE Mail” application.3Tap the icon.A dial-up connection is executed.4Browse a homepage or send/receive email.
29If you cannot access the Internet following the instructionsin “Accessing the Internet for the Second Time andThereafter”Tap V in the upper right corner of the “Preferences” screen on yourCLIÉ handheld, and select [Network]. Then, tap [Connect] at thebottom of the screen.If you still cannot access the Internet, perform bonding again for theBluetooth compatible device (cellular phone, modem or LAN accesspoint) you use, following the instructions in “Accessing the Internetby Bluetooth Communications for the First Time” on pages 25-31.
30Exchanging Information between TwoCLIÉ HandheldsYou can transfer the data you have stored in Date Book, AddressBook, To Do List, and Memo Pad to another Bluetooth compatibleCLIÉ handheld.1Select the data you want to transfer from Date Book,Address Book, To Do List, and Memo Pad.(E.g.) Transferring the data in Address Book2Tap the Menu icon on your CLIÉ handheld.The menu list of the application you have selected appears.
313Tap [Send] on the menu list.To transfer Date Book data: Tap [Send Event].To transfer Address Book data: Tap [Send Address].To transfer To Do List data: Tap [Send Item].To transfer Memo Pad data: Tap [Send Memo].A Bluetooth compatible device discovery begins in the vicinity ofyour CLIÉ handheld.When the discovery ends, the Bluetooth compatible device thathas been found around your CLIÉ handheld is displayed.4Select the CLIÉ handheld to which you want to transferthe data, and tap [OK].A device discovery begins on the part of the other CLIÉ handheld,and the data transfer starts.zYou can exchange address data with a Bluetoothcompatible personal computer or cellular phone.For details, see the manual of each device.
32Playing ReversiThe supplied application “Reversi” allows you to play the gameagainst your opponent using two Bluetooth compatible CLIÉhandhelds.Installing ReversiFollow the instructions on page 12, and tick the check box of [Reversi]in Step 3.Referring to the manual of ReversiYou can refer to the online manual of Reversi in the supplied CD-ROM. To read this online manual, you need to install Acrobat Readerin your personal computer.Reading the Online Manual1Insert the supplied CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive ofyour Windows computer.The installer screen appears automatically.2Click [Done].3Double-click the [My Computer] icon.4Right-click the icon of the CD-ROM drive, and select[Open] from the displayed menu.5Double-click the [Manuals] folder.6Double-click [Reversi Manual.pdf](pdf format).
33Looking at InformationLooking at Information on BluetoothCommunicationsYou can see Bluetooth related information on your CLIÉ handheld.1Tap the [Preferences] icon on the home screen of yourCLIÉ handheld.The [Preferences] screen appears.2Tap V in the upper right corner of the screen, andselect [Bluetooth].The [Bluetooth] screen appears showing the information onBluetooth.•Bluetooth: If you set this item to [Enabled], your CLIÉ handheldenters the radio wave standby mode while this BluetoothModule is inserted in it. (The blue indicator is on all the time).If you set this item to [Disabled], Bluetooth communicationsbecome unavailable.•Device Name: Enter the name of the CLIÉ handheld. The nameis necessary for identification.To change the name, tap inside the pane. The screen to edit thename appears, and you can enter a new name.Continued on next page
34•Allow Device to be Discovered: If you set this item to [Yes], theCLIÉ handheld becomes detectable as a Bluetooth compatibledevice when another Bluetooth compatible device is performinga device discovery.If you set this item to [No], the CLIÉ handheld will not respondto a device discovery.•Device Address: The device address (the number that isassigned to each Bluetooth compatible device) of this BluetoothModule is displayed.Looking at Information on Other DevicesYou can see information on other Bluetooth compatible devices thatare bonded to your CLIÉ handheld.1Tap the [Preferences] icon on the home screen of yourCLIÉ handheld.The [Preferences] screen appears.2Tap V in the upper right corner of the screen, andselect [Bluetooth].The [Bluetooth] screen appears.
353Tap [Trusted Devices].The Bluetooth Module is initialized, and the Bluetooth compatibledevices that are bonded to it are displayed.4Select a device the information of which you want toknow.5Tap [Details].The [Device Details] screen appears.•Bonded Device Name: The name of the device you haveselected is displayed.•Device Address to Connect: The device address that is assignedto the device you have selected is displayed.•Last Connection Date: The date on which the connection wasmade last time is displayed.•Type: The type of the device is displayed.6Tap [Exit].The [Bluetooth] screen appears.
36Deleting Unnecessary Bonding InformationYou can delete bonding information on the devices that are no longerneeded.1Insert this Bluetooth Module in your CLIÉ handheld.2Tap the [Preferences] icon on the home screen of yourCLIÉ handheld.The [Preferences] screen appears.3Tap V in the right corner of the screen, and select[Bluetooth].The [Bluetooth] screen appears.4Tap [Trusted Devices].The Bluetooth Module is initialized, and the Bluetooth compatibledevices that are bonded to it are displayed.5Select an unnecessary Bluetooth compatible device.6Tap [Details].The [Device Details] screen appears.
377Tap [Delete The Device].The [Delete The Bonded Device] screen appears on your CLIÉhandheld.8Tap [OK].The Bluetooth compatible device that you have selected is deletedfrom the list of bonded devices.
38TroubleshootingIf any problem occurs, for example, if communication is not possible,or if the unit does not operate normally, please check the points listedin this troubleshooting guide. If the problem persists, contact the Sonydealer where you purchased this product or a Sony servicerepresentative serving your area.General problemsSymptomCommunication is notpossible.Connection cannot beestablished.A device discoverycannot find a Bluetoothcompatible device.Cause/Remedy•The Bluetooth communication range may beexceeded. Decrease the distance between thisBluetooth Module and the other Bluetoothcompatible device.•No device may have bonded to the CLIÉhandheld and the other Bluetooth compatibledevice (Bonding may not have beencompleted on these devices). Performbonding again referring to the instructions onpage 15 or 22.•If you have bonded a Bluetooth compatibledevice including a cellular phone to morethan one CLIÉ handheld using this BluetoothModule, delete the bonding information onthe device from the device itself and the CLIÉhandhelds.•The Bluetooth function may be off on thepart of Bluetooth compatible device. Activatethe Bluetooth communications referring tothe manual or online manual of the device.•Turn off the power of your CLIÉ handheld,and then on again. Otherwise, remove thisBluetooth Module from the CLIÉ handheld,and insert it again.•The devices may be placed too close. Increasethe distance between them.
39SymptomA message appearsindicating thatBluetooth accessorycannot be found.The message “Theserver does notrespond” or “A modemcannot be found”appears, andcommunication is notpossible.Communication is notpossible althoughdistance between thisBluetooth Module andthe other Bluetoothcompatible device isless than 10 meters.Data transfer speed isslow.Cause/RemedyRemove this Bluetooth Module from theCLIÉ handheld, and insert it again.•A wrong Passkey may have been entered.Perform bonding again and enter thecorrect Passkey. (See pages 17 and 24).•A Software or old link key that cannotrespond to a Passkey exchange requestfrom other devices may have been stored.Perform bonding again. (See pages 16 and23).The actual communication range may be lessthan 10 meters depending on factors such asobstacles between devices, magnetic fieldsaround a microwave oven, static electricity,interference, reception sensitivity orantenna’s performance, and operatingsystem or software application, etc. Changethe installation location of this BluetoothModule, or decrease the distance betweendevices.The data transfer rate varies, depending onfactors such as distance, obstacles betweendevices, magnetic fields around amicrowave oven, static electricity,interference, reception sensitivity orantenna’s performance, and operatingsystem or software application, etc. Changethe installation location of this BluetoothModule, or decrease the distance betweendevices.Continued on next page
40HotSync operation problemsSymptomA HotSync operationcannot be performed.Cause/Remedy•Ensure that the icon is displayed on thetask tray on your Windows computerdisplay and that HotSync Manager isrunning. To make sure it is running, clickthe icon. If a menu appears, it isrunning.•Ensure that [PC] and [Bluetooth] areselected in the [Connection] settings forHotSync operations on the CLIÉ handheld.(See page 16)
41Internet Connection problemsSymptomCommunication is notstable.You cannot access theInternet.You cannot send orreceive email.Cause/RemedyRadio wave conditions or telephone circuitconditions may not be good. Check the barsshowing the reception field intensity on thecellular phone. If a minimum of two bars isnot displayed steadily, try to access theInternet again after waiting for a while.•Check the following Network settings onthe CLIÉ handheld.- Is the DNS setting of the Internet ServiceProvider set correctly?- Are the user name and the password setcorrectly?- Is the telephone number of the accesspoint set correctly?- Is the area code not omitted? Even if yourtelephone number has the same areacode as the access point, the area codeneeds to be entered.- Is the communication system setcorrectly? Check the details of therespective agreements with yourTelecommunications Company andInternet Service Provider about theservices you are using, e.g., telephonecircuit type.- Are the Connection settings correct? Ifyou use a cellular phone or a modem,select [Modem], and if you use a LANaccess point, select [Local Network]. (Seepage 23)•Perform bonding again following theinstructions in “Accessing the Internet byBluetooth Communications for the FirstTime” on page 21.Check the following settings of the emailingapplication on the CLIÉ handheld.•Is the server type set correctly?•Are the user name and the password setcorrectly?
42Precautions on UseHandling this Bluetooth Module•Do not subject this unit to excessive shock, and take care not to dropit to prevent a malfunction.•Do not use or store this unit in locations subject to:- extremely high temperature, such as in direct sunlight or near aheater.- excessive dust- high humidity- vibrations- poor ventilationIt may cause a malfunction.•Do not use this unit in a shaky, unstable place.•Do not put a metal object such as a metal clip etc. inside this unit.•When inserting this unit in the CLIÉ handheld, take care not to forceit in the wrong way. It may cause a malfunction.•Do not remove this unit from the CLIÉ handheld while the POWERindicator is on. Before removing it, make sure that the POWERindicator is off.•The CLIÉ handheld in which this unit inserted and a Bluetoothcompatible device may operate incorrectly depending on how theyare placed.CondensationCondensation is a phenomenon that moisture in the air becomeswater drops when it contacts a metal plate etc. Condensation mayoccur on the surface or inside of this Bluetooth Module on occasionswhen you quickly move it from a cold place to a warm place, whenyou turn on the heater in the room on a cold, winter morning. Usingthis Bluetooth Module with condensation on it may cause amalfunction. If condensation occurs on this Bluetooth Module, leave itwithout turning on the power of the CLIÉ handheld until thecondensation disappears.
43Communication (If You Use a Cellular Phone)•If you have performed an unnecessary line feed or enteredalphanumeric string of three lines or more in the user name of the[Network] settings on the [Preferences] screen of the CLIÉ handheld,authentication may not be carried out correctly because theunnecessary line feed or string is not displayed.•Communication is not possible in places where radio wave does notreach. Bluetooth communications is data communication. Therefore,even if you are in a place where you can talk on the cellular phone,you may not be able to perform Bluetooth communications there.For detailed information, contact your mobile communicationscompany.•Connection may not be performed correctly if you move the cellularphone in to and out from the service area of your mobilecommunications company.•Depending on time or the radio wave conditions, datacommunication may not be possible. In this case, move the cellularphone to a different place, or try to establish a connection again afterwaiting for a while.•Since this Bluetooth Module is not compatible with the cellularphones that are used overseas, you cannot use this BluetoothModule outside Japan.•In a roaming area, data communication may not be possible, and theservice you are usually using may be unavailable. For details,contact your mobile communications company.•It is impossible to send/receive fax messages using this BluetoothModule.•Transfer rate may become slow depending on the circuit conditions.
44SpecificationsWireless CommunicationCommunication methodBluetooth standard Ver. 1.1OutputBluetooth standard Power Class 2Communication range1)Line of sight approx. 10 mSupported Bluetooth profiles2)Serial Port ProfileDial-up Networking ProfileLAN Access ProfileObject Push ProfileFrequency band2.4 GHzband (2.400 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)Power Source / GeneralPower sourcePowered by CLIÉ handheldDC 3.0 V (Approx.)Power consumption (when communication is performed)TYP. 330 mWOperating temperature41 ˚F – 95 ˚F (5 ˚C – 35 ˚C)DimensionsApprox. 7/8 × 2 3/8 × 1/8 in.(w × h × d)(21.5 × 59 × 3.1 mm)MassApprox. 0.15 oz (4 g)AccessoriesSee page 9.Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
451) Actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles betweendevices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity,interference, radio wave conditions, reception sensitivity or antenna’sperformance, and operating system or software application, etc.2) Bluetooth standard profiles specify the usage purpose for Bluetooth devicescommunicating with each other.
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48Sony Electronics Inc.:Customer SupportIf you have any questions or comments related to this product,please visit our Customer Support website athttp://www.sony.com/service(If you do not have internet access, please call 1-800-222 SONY.)Printed in JapanPrinted on 100% recycled paper usingVOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-freevegetable oil based ink.

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