Bluetooth® — frequently asked questions

•How do I connect my handheld with another Bluetooth® device?

•How do I know when my handheld Bluetooth® radio is on?

•What if I can’t type a passkey on the Bluetooth device I want to pair with?

•Why does my list of paired devices not appear?

•Can I connect to devices without being prompted?

•Can I prevent devices from discovering my handheld when it is within range?

Why does my list of paired devices not appear?

Verify that your handheld Bluetooth® radio is turned on and that you have added devices to your paired devices list.

Can I connect to devices without being prompted?

You can only connect to devices without being prompted if the devices are paired with your handheld. In the paired devices list, click a paired device. Click Device Properties. Set the Trusted field to Yes.

How do I connect my handheld with another Bluetooth® device?

Verify that your handheld Bluetooth radio is turned on and your handheld is paired with the device you want to connect with.

In the list of paired devices, select the Bluetooth device you want to connect with and click the trackwheel. Click Connect.

How do I know when my handheld Bluetooth® radio is on?

Bluetooth icons appear on the Home screen if your handheld Bluetooth radio is on or if you are connected with another Bluetooth wireless technology enabled device.

What if I can’t type a passkey on the Bluetooth device I want to pair with?

If the device you are pairing with has no screen where you can type a passkey, the passkey is often hard-coded. Try typing 0000 in the Enter passkey for <device name> field on your handheld to pair with the new device.

Can I prevent devices from discovering my handheld when it is within range?

Yes. In the paired devices list, click the trackwheel. Click Options. Set the Discoverable field to No.

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BlackBerry specifications

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