Stenograph Luminex II Blush and White

USER MANUAL

Luminex/Luminex II Windows 11 Bluetooth Setup
Via Stenograph Bluetooth Program

It is recommended to uninstall or remove BlueSoleil before installing the Stenograph Bluetooth program. To uninstall a program in Windows 11, here are the steps to follow:

Uninstall from the Start menu

1. Select Start > All apps and search for the app in the list shown .
2. Press and hold (or right-click) on the app, then select Uninstall.

Uninstall in Settings

1. Select Start  > Settings  > Apps  > Apps & features .
2. Find the app you want to remove, select More  > Uninstall.

Uninstall from Control Panel

1. In search on the taskbar, enter Control Panel and select it from the results.
2. Select Programs > Programs and Features.
3. Press and hold (or right-click) on the program you want to remove and select Uninstall or Uninstall/Change. Then follow the directions on the screen.

Note: Detach or remove the StarTech Bluetooth adapter

• LUM must be running Build #23666 *

1. Unzip the StenographBluetooth.zip and then install Stenograph Bluetooth software by double clicking StenographBluetooth.exe file. Click Next.

2. Accept the License Agreement and click Next.

3. Select Only for me or Everybody.

4. Keep the default installation path and click Next.

5. Click Install.

Note: You may be prompted to install a driver from Akeo Consul?ng. If you receive the prompt, click Install to install the driver so?ware.

You may also be prompted to update the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable (x64) – 14.30.30704.
Check the box and click Install. A computer restart will be required. The installation will resume once the reboot has been completed.

6. When the installation is complete, click Finish. Stenograph Bluetooth installation is now complete.

NOTE: On the Luminex machine, select Setup, Wireless, then Bluetooth. If the first button (F1) has the word Configure, proceed to Step #7. If not, proceed to Step #13.

7. From the Luminex main menu, choose Setup , Wireless , Bluetooth , then Configure.

8. When the search is complete, use Down/Up buttons to highlight your PC (select the correct name), then choose the Select button.

Note: To find out your computer name is to press Windows key + Pause/break. You can then look next to Computer name to confirm the name of the computer.

9. Make a note of the Passkey on the Luminex LCD. You will need to enter this passkey when prompted on the computer

10. A dialog box will appear on the PC. Click to select Add a device.

11. Enter the Passkey shown on the Luminex LCD screen, then click Allow. If you do not type in the passkey after several seconds, a Timeout message will appear on the Luminex.

12. A Connection succeeded message will appear on your computer, click Close, then press OK on the Luminex

Note: Once paired, COM Port will always be COM #21.

If the Writer does not have a Configure button.

Note: Luminex must be at the Bluetooth screen (Setup, Wireless, Bluetooth) before proceeding.

13. Click the Start butt on on the computer (lower left corner of the screen), then click Settngs.

14. Click Bluetooth & Devices. Then click Devices.

15. Scroll down to Device Settngs. On Bluetooth devices discovery , click Default , then click Advanced.

16. Scroll up and click Add Device. You can also choose the back arrow in the upper left corner and select the Add device button as well (see Step

14).

17. Click Stenograph Writer.

Note: It may take a moment or two before Stenograph Writer will appear in the list.

18. A Passkey will appear on the computer and Luminex, verify the passkey’s match. Press Accept on the Luminex first, then click Connect on the computer.

19. Congratulations!

Luminex/Luminex II Successful Pairing Confirmation:

1. Click the Start button on the computer (lower left corner of the screen), then click Settings.

2. Click Bluetooth & Devices. On the right side you will see Stenograph Writer and that it is connected.

3. Open Bluetooth Proxy. You will see that the writer is connected.

Luminex II Bluetooth FAQs

It is important to update the writer to the most recent version before proceeding with the installation and setup. Instructions on how to update the writer:

1. Connect the writer to the computer via the USB cable.
2. Go to www.stenopgraph.com Downloads section.
3. Updates for the Luminex and Luminex II writers are available as a single download. Simply click on the available Build number #23666.
4. Save the program to your desktop and run the program to update your writer.

Can I pair multiple writers to a single computer, or pair my writer to multiple computers?
No, only one machine can be paired to a computer at a time. To switch from one Luminex machine to another using the same PC, the following steps are required:
– Click Bluetooth & Devices. Then click Devices (see step #1 and #2 on pg.

10).

– Left click the three dots to the right, then click Remove device.

– Turn off Bluetooth on the Luminex (Setup, Wireless, Bluetooth, On/Off)
– Now initiate setup on the new Luminex machine starting from step #7 or step

13 (turn Bluetooth back on first).

Can I pair my writer to another computer?
Yes, you can pair your writer to another computer, but it will be necessary to unpair the current connec?on to the current computer first.

Do I need to disconnect other devices connected to my computer while settng up the Bluetooth?
During the setup process, we recommend you disconnect other devices like a docking station or USB Hub. Once your writer finds and pairs with your computer and you can write in realtime to your software, you can plug all the other devices back in and use them as you would normally. They only need to be disconnected during the initial setup process.

Do I have to download a new software build to my Luminex?
Yes, it is necessary to update your Luminex to build #23666 or Stenograph Bluetooth will not work.

Can I update my writer to the new build via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth?
No, you must use the USB cable.

Can I use a different COM number for my realtime connection?
No, the COM number will always be COM21.

How can I tell if my writer is paired with my computer?
When successfully paired, the Stenograph Bluetooth icon in the System tray will no longer have a red dot.

Do I need to uninstall BlueSoleil before installing Stenograph Bluetooth?
We recommend uninstalling BlueSoleil and enabling the computer’s internal Bluetooth prior to installing Stenograph Bluetooth.

Troubleshooting Tips:

– Restart computer after you install Stenograph Bluetooth.
– Turn writer off and then and back on again after you install update.
– Close Stenograph Bluetooth app and restart it.
– Stenograph Bluetooth needs to be active in your System tray. If it’s not there, double-click the shortcut on the Desktop to open the program.

– In Case CATalyst, go into your Translate Options, then Realtime Tab, and change your input to Stenograph Serial/Bluetooth. The COM# should be set to COM21 under Connection.

Specifications:

• Product Name: Luminex/Luminex II
• Operating System: Windows 11
• Connectivity: Bluetooth

FAQ:

Q: What is the recommended operating system for Luminex/Luminex II?

A: The recommended operating system is Windows 11.

Q: How do I uninstall BlueSoleil?

A: To uninstall BlueSoleil, follow these steps:

1. Open the Start menu and select “Uninstall” or “Uninstall/Change”.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.

Q: How do I install Stenograph Bluetooth software?

A: To install Stenograph Bluetooth software, follow these steps:

1. Unzip the StenographBluetooth.zip file.
2. Double-click on the StenographBluetooth.exe file to start the installation.
3. Click “Next” to proceed.
4. Accept the License Agreement and click “Next”.
5. Select “Only for me” or “Everybody”.
6. Keep the default installation path and click “Next”.
7. Click “Install”.
8. If prompted, install the driver software from Akeo Consulting by clicking “Install”.
9. You may also be prompted to update the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable. Check the box and click “Install”. A computer restart will be required. The installation will resume after the reboot.
10. Click “Finish” when the installation is complete.

Q: How do I pair the Luminex machine with my PC?

A: To pair the Luminex machine with your PC, follow these steps:

1. On the Luminex machine, select “Setup”, “Wireless”, then “Bluetooth”.

2. If the first button (F1) says “Configure”, proceed to Step #7. If not, proceed to Step #13.

3. From the Luminex main menu, choose “Setup”, “Wireless”, “Bluetooth”, then “Configure”.

4. Use the Down/Up buttons to highlight your PC (select the correct name), then choose the “Select” button.

5. Make a note of the Passkey displayed on the Luminex LCD.

6. A dialog box will appear on the PC. Click to select “Add a device”.

7. Enter the Passkey shown on the Luminex LCD screen, then click “Allow”.

8. A Connection succeeded message will appear on your computer.
   Click “Close”, then press “OK” on the Luminex.

9. Note: Once paired, the COM Port will always be COM #21.

Q: How do I pair the Luminex machine without the “Configure” button?

A: To pair the Luminex machine without the “Configure” button, follow these steps:

13. Click the Start button on the computer (lower left corner of the screen), then click “Settings”.
14. Click “Bluetooth & Devices”, then click “Devices”.
15. Scroll down to “Device Settings” and click “Default”, then click “Advanced”.
16. Scroll up and click “Add Device”. Alternatively, you can choose the back arrow in the upper left corner and select the “Add device” button (refer to Step #14).
17. Click “Stenograph Writer”. Note: It may take a moment or two before Stenograph Writer appears in the list.
18. A Passkey will appear on the computer and Luminex. Verify thatthe passkeys match. Press “Accept” on the Luminex first, then click “Connect” on the computer.

If you have any other questions or issues, please refer to the complete user manual or contact customer support.

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