01-08-2003, 08:36 PM
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Executive Editor
Join Date: Aug 2006
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Ok, so I'm Trying the Bluetooth Thing Again...
Only this time, it's not for me, it's for a client of mine who has a Nokia 6310i, a Dell Axim, and a Socket Bluetooth CF card. This is my first time configuring a Bluetooth phone to talk to a Pocket PC, so does anyone have any pointers? Does anyone have this phone? If so, how hard did you find configuring it? I'm asking all of you because the local cell carrier probably won't be of much help if (when?) I run into trouble.
Can you tell I have low expectations here? Let's hope I'm wrong!
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01-08-2003, 08:43 PM
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Pontificator
Join Date: Aug 2003
Posts: 1,185
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Jason-
Please please please don't have low expectations. I know BT had its issues early on, but I swear it's the most important tech addition to my life in 2002.
I use a 3975 and an Ericsson t68i and those 2 were born lovers. Worked perfectly the first time out of the box.
Is your client using a GPRS service or a circuit switched connection? That will make a difference on the set up. If you let me know, I can direct you to some decent sites that explain in detail. Also, who is the carrier?
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01-08-2003, 08:55 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: Apr 2004
Posts: 16
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bdegroodt-
Could you please post links for both GPRS and circuit switched connections? I am currently using a circuit switched connection and it's giving me problems. I can connect, but usually get disconnected within 5 minutes. I have been considering using GPRS instead. I'd like to read up on both types some more and would appreciate any info you can provide.
Thanks!
Chung Tang
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01-08-2003, 08:55 PM
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Thinker
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 396
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I don't have a Nokia so can't help with that, but I've found my Socket BT card to be excellent. Good product and helpful forums.
Things to check are:
* Card is firmware version 2.170 (see Advanced features/My Bluetooth Device) for Bluetooth SIG 1.1 compliance
* Latest WinCE drivers are 120E
OBEX and file transfer are still in beta until Feb (but work well if you need them).
Fred
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01-08-2003, 08:57 PM
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Intellectual
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 140
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Just some things to bear in mind: as far as i know the Nokia works in passive mode, so it could get a little troublesome to bond the two.
Concerning the Socket card: it's the best you could've gotten. The driver software is very user friendly, and there's a wizard which will help you through.
Good luck with configuring this killer-combo, cause that's what i think of the PPC/BT-enabled-phone combination.
Remember: connectivity itself IS the TRUE Killer-app !!!
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Touch PRO & TyTN II .... doin' CE since 1997 :)
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01-08-2003, 09:04 PM
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Sage
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 797
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6310 BT
My boss got one. Problem is, unless I remember incorrectly, it doesn't support GPRS and if you're on T-Mobile/Cingular, the speed of the data will be abysmal, as his was. I know it's expensive, but as far as data usability he would probably be much happier with a T68...
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01-08-2003, 09:05 PM
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Sage
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 797
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One more thing
Sorry, forgot to mention: Set up is relatively easy and the bluetooth reception itself is pretty good.
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01-08-2003, 09:07 PM
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Pontificator
Join Date: Aug 2003
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Re: 6310 BT
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Originally Posted by vincenzosi
My boss got one. Problem is, unless I remember incorrectly, it doesn't support GPRS and if you're on T-Mobile/Cingular, the speed of the data will be abysmal, as his was. I know it's expensive, but as far as data usability he would probably be much happier with a T68...
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It supports GPRS. GPRS speeds have come up a lot since it was first rolled out. I speak from personal experience. When TM rolled it out here in the city, I got faster connections using dial up and a proxy. Now, I can't complain about it at all. Especially for email.
However...who wouldn't be happier with a T68? I am! :P
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01-08-2003, 09:12 PM
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Pupil
Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 41
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I had a 6310i for a short period of time and a friend of mine has one. I was able to pair the 6310i with my USB Bluetooth dongle without a problem. I've also been able to pair it with my Socket BT card without a problem. As far as I remember, all of the communication should be initiated by the Pocket PC, not the phone, including the pairing process. This isn't mandatory, but in my experience it is more reliable. My only problem with this phone was Nokia's synchronization software, which would not find my USB dongle as the software only looks for Nokia or Socket brand BT adapters. This shouldn't be an issue with the Pocket PC and Socket card.
I have a fair bit of experience with Bluetooth in this area and am more than willing to answer any specific questions you have or help out with any problems you encounter.
Also, in response to vincenzosi's post, the 6310i does indeed support GPRS, so this shouldn't be a problem.
Prosit!
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01-08-2003, 09:12 PM
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Thinker
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 434
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Sorry; but to be honest "Bluetooth" is horrible (Sucks, blows, ralphs, hurls [insert insulting opinion here]).
My $0.02. Which isn't much.
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