StarTech.com Bluetooth Adapter Bluetooth, USB -50 m, Class 1 EDR Wireless Dongle 4.0

StarTech.com Bluetooth Adapter, Bluetooth v4.0 Version, 50m Range - USBBT1EDR4

This Bluetooth adapter provides a Compact USB Interface to add wireless connectivity to PCs and equipment. It operates on Bluetooth version 4.0 standards with enhanced data rate capability, enabling short-range wireless links for devices that require a simple, low-power connection within industrial and workshop environments.

Features and Benefits:

• Class 1 EDR wireless dongle delivers extended communication distance
  50 m range enables connections across larger workshop areas
  3 Mbps maximum data throughput supports quick data exchange
  2.48 GHz band operation reduces interference with other frequencies
  USB Interface offers simple plug-and-play connectivity for PCs
  Backwards compatibility with earlier Bluetooth versions improves interoperability

Applications

• Suitable for connecting wireless sensors to automation PCs
  Ideal for linking diagnostic tools to workshop laptops
  Used for remote-control interfaces in electrical testing setups
  Can be used for data-logging from portable measurement devices
  Used with communication modules in prototyping and development

Which Bluetooth versions will this device interoperate with?

It supports Bluetooth v4.0 and is compatible with v3.0 and EDR-capable devices for backward interoperability.

What frequency does it use and why does that matter?

It operates at 2.48 GHz, a standard ISM band frequency that ensures compatibility with common Bluetooth devices and predictable radio behaviour.

How does the device’s speed class affect data transfer?

The Class 1 EDR rating permits enhanced data rate performance up to a theoretical 3 Mbps, reducing transfer times for typical control and telemetry payloads.

Is the physical connection method suitable for industrial PCs?

Yes, it uses a USB interface, allowing direct attachment to standard USB ports on industrial and desktop PCs.