StarTech Com USBBT1EDR2 USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support User Guide

: October 30, 2023
: StarTech com

Table of Contents

StarTech Com USBBT1EDR2 USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support
Product Information
USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support Class 1 (100m)
Product Usage Instructions
Packaging Contents
Requirements
Installation
FCC
Warranty Information
Limitation of Liability
Compliance Statements
References
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StarTech Com USBBT1EDR2 USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support

Product Information

USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support Class 1 (100m)

The USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support | Class 1 (100m) is a wireless adapter that enables Bluetooth connectivity for your computer. It supports Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) technology and is classified as Class 1, which means it has a range of up to 100 meters.
The adapter comes with a USB-A connector and can be easily connected to your host computer. It also comes with native drivers that auto-install when connected to your computer, eliminating the need for additional software installation in most cases. However, if the native drivers do not work with your specific Bluetooth device, you can download the Driver Package and BlueSoleil software from www.startech.com/USBBT1EDR2.
The USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support | Class 1 (100m) is compliant with the 2014/53/EU radio equipment directive (RED) and supports Bluetooth and WiFi frequency ranges. It is backed by a two-year warranty.

Product Usage Instructions

Connect the Bluetooth Adapter to a USB-A Port on the Host Computer. Ensure that your computer is turned on and logged in.
The Bluetooth Adapter should auto-install using native drivers. Wait for the installation to complete before using the adapter.
If the drivers do not automatically install or the native driver does not work with your specific Bluetooth device, disconnect the adapter from your computer.
Navigate to www.startech.com/USBBT1EDR2 and click the Drivers & Downloads tab.
Under Driver(s), download the Driver Package and follow the steps to install the driver & BlueSoleil software.
Use the BlueSoleil software to pair your Bluetooth device. Refer to your device’s user manual for pairing instructions.
Once paired, you can use your Bluetooth device with your computer through the USB Bluetooth Adapter with EDR Support | Class 1 (100m).

Note: Ensure that the StarTech.com wireless device and the body of the user are at least 31cm apart to comply with the Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) regulations.

Product may vary from image

Port	Function
1	USB-A Connector

Adapter to the Host Computer.

Packaging Contents

USB Bluetooth Adapter x 1
Quick-Start Guide x 1

Requirements

For the latest manuals, product information, technical specifications, and declarations of conformance, please visit www.startech.com/USBBT1EDR2
Host Computer with an available USB Type-A port

Installation

Connect the Bluetooth Adapter to a USB-A Port on the Host Computer. The Bluetooth Adapter should auto-install using native drivers.
If the drivers do not automatically install or the native driver does not work with your specific Bluetooth device, disconnect the adapter from your computer, then:
- a. Navigate to www.startech.com/USBBT1EDR2 and click the Drivers & Downloads tab.
- b. Under Driver(s), download the Driver Package and follow the steps to install the driver & BlueSoleil software.
- c. Use the BlueSoleil software to pair your Bluetooth device.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15, subpart C 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 the receiver.
Connect the equipment to 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
This device complies with part 15, subpart C of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions

This device may not cause harmful interference,
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC-ID: ZG8USB06H
IC-ID : 9781A-USB06K

Industry Canada Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions

This device may not cause interference
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Radio Frequency Exposure General Statement

StarTech.com products have been tested and meet applicable limits for Radio Frequency (RF) exposure for the country where they are intended to operate.
Products intended for use 20cm (8 inches) or more from the body meet limits for Maximum Permissive Exposure (MPE). Products intended to be used at distances less than 20cm (8 inches) from the body meet limits for Specific Absorption Rate
(SAR).
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) refers to the rate at which the body absorbs RF energy. SAR limits are 1.6 Watts per kilogram (over a volume containing a mass of 1 gram of tissue) in countries that follow the United States FCC limit and 2.0 W/kg (averaged over 10 grams of tissue) in countries that follow the Council of the European Union limit.
Use of Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, and Other Protected Names and Symbols
This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks, and other protected names and/or symbols of third-party companies not related in any way to StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and
do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question. StarTech.com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks, registered trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors, employees, or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.

Safety Measures

If the product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power

Compliance Statements

Device safety information
Compliance with 2014/53/EU radio equipment directive (RED)
StarTech.com wireless products comply with the requirement of Article 10(2) of the RED as they can be operated in at least one Member State as examined. The product also complies with Article 10(10) as it has no restrictions on putting into service in all EU Member States.
In accordance with Article 10.8(a) and 10.8(b) of the RED, the following tables provide information on the frequency bands used and the maximum radio frequency transmit power
of StarTech.com wireless products for sale in the EU: Bluetooth

Frequency range (MHz)| Channels used| Max. Transmit Power (dBm/ mW)
---|---|---

2400-2483.5

|

1-79

| Class 1: 4-20dBm (2.5-100mW)

Class 2: 0-4dBm (1-2.5mW) Class 3: ≤ 0dBm (1mW)

WiFi

Frequency range (MHz)| Channels used| Max. Transmit Power (dBm/ mW)
---|---|---
2400-2483.5| 1-13| OFDM: 19.9dBm (97.7mW) CCK: 17.9dBm (61.7mW)
5150-5250| 36-48| 22.9dBm (195mW)
5250-5350| 52-64| 22.9dBm (195mW) with TPC 19.9dBm (97.7mW) non-TPC
5470-5725| 100-140| 29.9dBm (977mW) with TPC 26.9dBm (490mW) non-TPC

TPC: Transmit Power Control

Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE): Ensure that at least a 31cm separation distance is maintained between the StarTech.com wireless device and the body of the user.

Specific precautions for EMC

Warning: StarTech.com Class A equipment is compliant with Class A of EN 55032. In a residential environment, this equipment may cause radio interference.
StarTech.com products are tested to the requirements of EN 55032 (emissions) and EN 55035 (immunity). There are no specific precautions that must be taken in order to comply with the requirements of Directive 2014/30/EU Essential Requirements in Section 1 of Annex I.
In addition, StarTech.com wireless products are further tested to ensure spurious emissions are within the specified limits, as well as meeting the requirements for adaptivity, which mitigates problems caused by co-location with other wireless products.
StarTech.com products are not subject to the requirements in Section 2 of Annex I of Directive 2014/30/EU for fixed Installations.

Disposal of waste batteries and electrical & electronic equipment

This symbol on the product or its batteries or its packaging means that this product and any batteries it contains must not be disposed of with your household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to hand this over to an applicable collection point for the recycling of batteries and electrical and electronic equipment.
This separate collection and recycling will help to conserve natural resources and prevent potential negative consequences for human health and the environment due to the possible presence of hazardous substances in batteries and electrical and electronic equipment, which could be caused by inappropriate disposal. Disposal regulations vary by region. Dispose of old batteries and equipment in compliance with your local regulations.

EU Declaration of Conformance

Hereby, StarTech.com declares that the radio equipment type USBBT1EDR2 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: https://media.startech.com/cms/pdfs/usbbt1edr2_doc.pdf
To view manuals, FAQs, videos, drivers, downloads, technical drawings, and more, visitwww.startech.com/support