Introduction - Sony PCGA-BM1 Bedienungsanleitung

Introduction

This product is a Bluetooth modem station that enables wireless dial-up
access from a Bluetooth compatible notebook. Within the communication
range, this allows the notebook user to freely move around while accessing
the Internet.
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Bluetooth wireless technology
Bluetooth wireless technology provides instant short-range connectivity without the need
for cumbersome cabling. For details on this exciting new development, refer to the
section "Bluetooth Wireless Technology" on page 34.
This unit has the following features.
• Bluetooth support enables wireless communications within a range of
10 - 100 metres. (The actual range will vary, depending on factors such
as the presence of obstacles between devices, interference, and the
operating system or the software used).
• Inbuilt V.90 compatible modem supports a maximum data transfer rate of
56 kbps for receiving and 33.6 kbps for sending.
• Up to 16 Bluetooth enabled notebooks can be bonded to one modem
station. A security feature prevents any non-bonded computers from
accessing the modem station.
Note
The data transfer rate between the Bluetooth compatible device and the modem station is
about 30 kbps for a dial-up connection. (The actual data transfer rate will vary, depending
on factors such as the presence of obstacles between devices, interference, and the
operating system or the software used. The 30 kbps value applies only to use of the
modem station in conjunction with the PCG-SR31K or PCG-C1VFK).
Bluetooth compatible notebooks that can be used with the
modem station
The following Bluetooth compatible notebooks can be used with this
product (as of November 2001):
PCG-SR31K, PCG-C1VFK
For models other than above, refer to the brochure.
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