Mini USB Bluetooth 4.0 Adapter - 10m (33ft) Class 2 EDR Wireless Dongle
Add Bluetooth 4.0 capabilities to a laptop or desktop computer through USB
Product ID: USBBT2EDR4
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- Bluetooth® 4.0 LE +EDR compliant Bluetooth Smart Ready transceiver
- Class 2 device with 10m (33ft) effective range
- Support for Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) with data transfer rates up to 3 Mbps
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€17,99
EUR excl. VAT
€22,49
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The USBBT2EDR4 Class 2 USB Bluetooth® 4.0 Adapter lets you add Bluetooth wireless capabilities to a laptop or desktop computer through USB, with support for transfer distances of up to 10m (33ft).
This Bluetooth adapter is based on the well-established Broadcom® 20702 chip, offering reliable throughput and Packet Loss Concealment (PLC) technology which reduces errors / dropped connections and improves audio performance.
Compliant with Bluetooth 4.0 LE +EDR , the USB Bluetooth adapter offers data transfer rates up to 3 Mbps and low power consumption. This Bluetooth Smart Ready transceiver is an effective way to connect to a rapidly growing list of the Bluetooth Smart peripherals on the market, including the latest Apple® and Android™ smartphones and tablets, headsets or monitoring equipment. Bluetooth v4.0 also integrates added security for all transfers using 128-bit AES encryption.
A conveniently portable device, this ultra-compact adapter is unobtrusive when connected to your laptop, so you won't have to remove it each time you store your laptop in a carrying case or bag. The adapter is also backward compatible with previous Bluetooth standards (v3.0, 2.x, and 1.x) to ensure connectivity with all of your Bluetooth devices.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Applications
- Reduce cable clutter by using Bluetooth wireless technology instead of traditional wired devices
- Connect peripherals wirelessly to a computer in a remote/secure location
The StarTech.com Advantage
- Communicate across distances of up to 10m (33ft) with a Bluetooth Class 2 transceiver
- Leave the unobtrusive USB dongle connected while you travel, for maximum portability
Partner Numbers
- UPC 065030855198
Compatibility
Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10
Windows Server® 2003
macOS 10.8 to 10.15, 11.0
Windows Server® 2003
macOS 10.8 to 10.15, 11.0
Specifications
| Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | Bluetooth Class 2.0 |
| USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 | ||
| Environmental | Operating Temperature | -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) | |
| Humidity | 0~90% RH | |
| Hardware | Bus Type | USB 2.0 |
| Industry Standards | Bluetooth v4.0, v2.1, EDR | |
| Chipset ID | Broadcom - 20702 | |
| Packaging Information | Package Height | 31 mm [1,2 in] |
| Package Length | 14,5 cm [5,7 in] | |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 104 g [3,7 oz] | |
| Package Width | 17,4 cm [6,9 in] | |
| Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 3 Mbps |
| Max Distance | 10 m / 33 ft | |
| Frequency | 2.4GHz ~ 2.4835GHz | |
| Modulation | GFSK, 8DPSK | |
| Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 0 g [0,0 oz] |
| Color | Black | |
| Material | Plastic | |
| Product Length | 19 mm [0,7 in] | |
| Product Width | 15 mm [0,6 in] | |
| Product Height | 6 mm [0,2 in] | |
| Power | Power Source | USB-Powered |
| Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2003 macOS 10.8 to 10.15, 11.0 |
| Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | Available USB port |
| What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | USB Bluetooth Adapter |
| Driver CD | ||
| Instruction Manual |
Certifications
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Drivers/Downloads
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Driver(s):
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broadcom_20702_driver_v12.zip
- Version: Windows 8.1 and 10 12.0.1
- Language: EN
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broadcom_20702_driver_v5.zip
- Version: Windows XP 5.6.0
- Language: EN
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broadcom_20702_driver_v6.zip
- Version: Windows Vista and 7 6.5.1
- Language: EN
Manual(s):
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usbbt2edr4.pdf
- Language: EN
Datasheet
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usbbt2edr4_Datasheet.pdf
- Datasheet
- Language: EN
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Frequently Asked Questions
Installation
To pair a Bluetooth device to your computer, complete the following:
Note: These instructions require that your Bluetooth device's drivers are already installed, that the Bluetooth interface is enabled, and it is in Discovery mode. For instructions on how to do so, refer to your Bluetooth device’s manual.
Windows
- Right-click the Start menu.
- Click Control Panel.
- Select Hardware and Sound.
- Click Devices and Printers.
- Click Add a device.
- Select your device from the list.
- Click Next.
Note: A pairing code may be required for your Bluetooth device. If this is the case, a pairing code request may appear on the screen. Make sure that this code matches the code on your device and click Yes. You may also need to confirm this code on your device.
Your device should now be paired to the computer.
Mac OS X
- Click the Apple logo.
- Click System Preferences….
- Click Bluetooth.
- Select your device from the list.
- Click Pair.
Note: A pairing code may be required for your Bluetooth device. If this is the case, a pairing code request may appear on the screen. Make sure that this code matches the code on your device and click Yes. You may also need to confirm this code on your device.
Your device should now be paired to the computer.
Before you install drivers and software for the device, make sure that your operating system is current (for example, the most recent service pack is installed).
- Download the latest drivers and software from the StarTech.com website at www.startech.com/Support. The part number and product ID are on the product packaging.
Note: Windows usually saves the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
- After the download is complete, right-click the zip folder that you downloaded, click Extract All, and complete the instructions.
- In the list of extracted files, right-click the driver or software setup.exe file and select Run as Administrator.
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be attempting to run the installer from within the zipped file. Extract the files using the instructions in Step 2.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to install the device drivers and software and restart the computer when prompted.
- Your computer will automatically complete the installation and your device should be ready to use.
The drivers for this device are native to Windows® 8.1 and 10. Connect your Bluetooth device to your computer and Windows will automatically install the drivers.
If the drivers do not automatically install, or your device does not function as it should, you can install the latest drivers from StarTech.com. To do so, refer to the following FAQ: www.startech.com/faq/bluetooth-adapters-install-windows-78.
Troubleshooting
If the USB device does not work after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 10 / 8
- On your keyboard, press the Windows key + X and select Control Panel.
- Click Hardware and Sound, then click Power Options.
- Click Change plan settings for the plan you want to change.
- Click Change advanced power settings.
- Click the plus sign (+) next to “USB settings” and “USB selective suspend setting” to expand the options and change the setting to Disabled.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
- Click the Start button and select Control Panel.
- Click Hardware and Sound, then click Power Options.
- Click Change plan settings for the plan you want to change.
- Click Change advanced power settings.
- Click the plus sign (+) next to “USB settings” and “USB selective suspend setting” to expand the options and change the setting to Disabled.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
- On your desktop, right-click the My Computer icon and select Properties.
- Click the Device Manager tab.
- Expand Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the arrow to the left of it.
- Right-click the first USB Root Hub device and select Properties.
- Click the Power Management tab.
- Clear the box next to Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
- Repeat steps 4-7 for any remaining devices in the Universal Serial Bus Controllers section with “Root Hub” in the name.
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
When you troubleshoot issues with a Bluetooth adapter, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following are not the source of the issue:
- Operating system
- Up to date drivers
- Range
It’s important to make sure that the operating system that is being used with the Bluetooth adapter is supported by the device. You can be check which operating systems a device supports on the StarTech.com product page, under the Technical Specifications tab for the device.
The most up-to-date drivers and software should be used with the Bluetooth adapter. These are found on the StarTech.com website on the product page, under the Support tab.
It is important to be aware of the range of the Bluetooth adapter, and the distance to the Bluetooth device that pairing is being attempted with. The range of the adapter can also be viewed under the Technical Specifications tab for the device.
If the source of the issue has still not been found, these can be investigated:
- Detection on system
- Bluetooth device
- USB port
- Computer system
- Bluetooth adapter
If the Bluetooth adapter is not being detected by the computer while connected to your computer, refer to the following FAQs, based on your operating system:
- For Windows: www.startech.com/faq/usb-cannot-detect-windows.
- For Mac OS: www.startech.com/faq/usb-cannot-detect-mac-os.
If you encounter issues pairing with a Bluetooth device, another device should be tested (if possible).
If the adapter is not functional in the first USB port on the first computer system that is used, additional ports and an additional computer system should be tried.
If you have a second Bluetooth adapter, you should test with it as well.
How To
To confirm that Windows detects your USB device, complete the following:
- Press the Windows key+R, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter.
- In Device Manager, under the appropriate heading, confirm that your expansion card is listed and that there isn't an exclamation mark next to it. For example, a USB controller card would be under Universal Serial Bus controllers.
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
Before You Buy
Bluetooth Class
Bluetooth classes define a Bluetooth device’s maximum power output; the higher a device’s output power, the longer the maximum range. The below table outlines the average power output and range of the four Bluetooth classes:
|
Class |
Average power |
Average range |
|
1 |
100 mW |
~100m |
|
2 |
2.5 mW |
~10 m |
|
3 |
1 mW |
~1 m |
|
4 |
0.5 mW |
~0.5 m |
A device's maximum range can also depend on environmental factors, such as physical obstructions between the two Bluetooth devices.
In order to achieve the maximum range defined by a Bluetooth class, both devices must support the same class. For example, if you wish to communicate at a 100m range, both Bluetooth devices will need to be class 1 devices. If one of the devices is class 2, both devices will operate at the range of class 2.
Bluetooth Profile
Bluetooth profiles are additional protocols that that more clearly define the Bluetooth standard for very specific uses. Profiles define exactly how Bluetooth technology is used in specific situations.
Some examples of Bluetooth profiles are Serial Port Profile (SPP), Human Interface Device (HID), Hands-Free Profile (HFP), and Headset Profile (HSP).
Compliance and safety
Compliance letters
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
- Language: English
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RoHS & REACH Certificate of Compliance
- Language: English
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Country of Origin (COO)
- Language: English
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Declaration of Conformity (DOC)
- Language: English
Safety Measures
- If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
- If Class 1 Laser Product. Laser radiation is present when the system is open.
- Wiring terminations should not be made with the product and/or electric lines under power.
- Product installation and/or mounting should be completed by a certified professional as per the local safety and building code guidelines.
- Cables (including power and charging cables) should be placed and routed to avoid creating electric, tripping or safety hazards.
*Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Doesn't work with windows 10
I just bought this because it states to work with windows 10, but the CD provided does not have an option for a windows 10 download option.
Thank you for your feedback on USBBT2EDR4. We're sorry that the CD didn't include Windows 10 drivers and would like to help. This adapter is natively supported in Windows 10, so software or drivers shouldn't be necessary for functionality. If you would like to download Windows 10 software or drivers anyways, you can find them on the "Support" tab of the product page. Here's a direct link: https://www.startech.com/Networking-IO/Bluetooth-Telecom/USB-Bluetooth-4-Adapter-Class-2~USBBT2EDR4#dnlds
If you would like any assistance with getting everything working, please reach out to our Technical Advisors at www.startech.com/support. We're available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, to provide support.
doesn't work with vista 1=
doesn't work with vista 10 and your support link does't work.
It's important to us that our customers have a positive experience with our products and we apologize that you have been unable to get our USBBT2EDR4 working in your setup. We've reached out directly to assist you with installing this as the adapter should be native in Windows 10 but may require drivers for Windows Vista. If you'd like to speak with one of our Technical Advisors for live assistance, we're available 24 hours a day, 5 days a week and you can reach us at www.startech.com/support.
Works great for macOS
I bought this on amazon for my Mac computer running El Capitan. It worked flawlessly. Much better than expected. NOTE: If you already have an older bluetooth adapter inside your Mac, be sure to disconnect it so macOS only sees the StarTech adapter and it will work like a charm.
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