Bluetooth Thechnology: Introduction To Bluetooth Technology
Bluetooth Thechnology: Introduction To Bluetooth Technology
Bluetooth Thechnology: Introduction To Bluetooth Technology
France, and Spain). This spread spectrum is used to hop from one channel
to another, pseudo-randomly, which adds a strong layer of security. Up to
1600 hops per second can be made. The standard frequency range is 10
centimeters to 10 meters, and can be extended to at least 100 meters by
increasing transmission power.
Data transmission:
Data can be transmitted both synchronously and asynchronously. The
Synchronous Connection Oriented (SCO) method is used primarily for
voice, and Asynchronous Connectionless (ACL) is primarily for data. Within
a piconet, each master-slave pair can use a different transmission mode,
and modes can be changed at any time. Time Division Duplex (TDD) is
used by both SCO and ACL, and both support 16 types of packets, four of
which are control packets that are the same in each type. Because of the
need for smoothness in data transmission, SCO packets are generally
delivered via reserved intervals, that is, the packets are sent in groups
without allowing other transmissions to interrupt. SCO packets can be
transmitted without polling by the sending unit. ACL links support both
symmetric and assymetric transmissions.
Bandwidth is controlled by the master unit, which determines how much
of the total each slave unit can use. Slaves cannot transmit data until they
have been polled by the master, and the master can broadcast messages
to the slave units via ACL link.
Connection Protocol
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USAGE MODEL:
While the Bluetooth * usage model is based on connecting devices together,
it is focused on three broad categories: voice/data access points, peripheral
interconnects, and Personal Area Networking (PAN).
Peripheral Interconnects :
The second category of uses, peripheral interconnects, involves connecting
other devices together as shown in Figure 2. Imagine standard keyboards,
mice, and joysticks that work over a wireless link. The Bluetooth link is built
into the mobile computer; therefore, the cost of the peripheral device is less
because an access point is not needed. Additionally, many of these devices
can be used in multiple markets. For example, a Bluetooth headset used in
the office could be connected to a Bluetooth access point that provides
access to the office phone and multimedia functions of the mobile
computer. When mobile, the same headset could be used to interface with
the cellular phone (which can now remain in a briefcase or purse).Another
aspect of a short-range link like Bluetooth is in the area of proximity security
devices. In this case, if one device is not within range of another device, the
first device will go into a high security mode.
thus assuring that products meeting the specification will be able to interact
with all other Bluetooth-certified products and with the Internet.
In february1998, the Special Interest Group (SIG) was formed. The founding
SIG member are Ericsson, Intel, IBM, Nokia & Toshiba. Since then over 2000
adopter have joined including Compaq, Lucent, Motorola and 3com.
Bluetooth Characteristics:
These are the features of the Bluetooth technology:
APPLICATIONS:
Smart Home
Homes equipped with Bluetooth devices may be able to recognise the arrival
of its bonafide residents and unlock the door on their arrival. The device will
also adjust heat to a preset temperature. While this is happening, the data
from the individuals PDA may be exchanged with the home electronic board,
and the family calendar is updated
to reflect the scheduled activities in the office.
The Internet Bridge
An extension of this model could be a mobile computer that allows surfing
the Internet irrespective of the location of the user, and regardless of
whether the user is cordlessly connected through a mobile phone (cellular) or
through a wire line connection (e.g. PSTN, ISDN, LAN, xDSL).
Automatic Check-in:
Hotels are testing, or plan to test, services that allow guests to check in,
unlock room doors and even control room temperature with handheld
devices equipped with Bluetooth Technology.
The Bluetooth enabled mobile phone or the PDA can present the electronic
ticket to the airline system without one having to go through the queue at
the check-in counters. The airline's on-line system performs the identification
via the ID-tag feature built into the mobile phone or the PDA and confirms
the reserved seat.
The Three-in-one Phone
With Bluetooth support, one handset will be able to provide multiple
functionality. When at home, the phone functions as a cordless phone,
connected to the fixed line. When on the move, it functions as a mobile
phone connected to the mobile network. Additionally, when the phone comes