Mostpeople have Wi-Fi routers in their homes to connect them to theinternet. But have you ever heard of a Bluetooth router? With therelease of new technology such as a Bluetooth Hub, you may bewondering what you might need it for.
Fora start there are more devices and gadgets manufactured that are nowwireless. These devices are considered more convenient as there areno annoying wires to plug in, get tangled or create an awful messaround electronics.
Butwith these wireless devices, you need something to connect them allto a source so you can use them effectively. So this is where yourBluetooth Hub comes in.
The Logitech Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard costs about the same as the Magic Keyboard, while including extra features like easy pairing of multiple devices, and backlit keys. Besides its smaller. Go to Devices and Printers menu (to reach that menu, open Start menu and type this word: devices) Select Bluetooth 3.0 Keyboard and to right-click, then select Properties. Go to the Services tab and tick (enable) Drivers for keyboard, mice, etc.
What is a Bluetooth Hub?
Bluetoothis a technology that you may use on a daily basis. Yet it has twosignificant drawbacks. The first drawback is that Bluetooth devicescan only be paired on a one-to-one basis. Secondly, the range ofBluetooth is short which means many devices cut out when you movemore than 30ft away from the connection source.
Oneof the leading Bluetooth Hub brands on the market is the CassiaBluetooth Hub and it can solve both of these problems. The Hub is awhite cylindrical device that's about 8″ in length and 5″in diameter.
Atthe back of the Hub is a USB 2.0 port, an Ethernet port, poweradapter and LED indicator. The Hub can be hooked up straight throughthe Ethernet or through the Wi-Fi router easily. But depending on thebrand the device could operate differently. So how do Bluetooth Hubswork?
How Does a Bluetooth Transmitter and ReceiverWork?
Thereare many types of Bluetooth devices you can connect to that performother tasks. All it needs is a Bluetoothtransmitterto make pairing possible. They work by decoding information such assongs into a transferable format before transmitting that informationthrough radio waves to the receiver.
Thetransmitter produces audio frequencies which are then detected by thereceiver. Together the transmitter and the receiver create a pathwaythrough which data can be transferred.
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Inthe modern world, Bluetooth is an important feature for mostapplications including mobile phones, TVs, laptops and speakers. Ifyou're looking for any Bluetooth device it should support version4.0 as it's the latest Bluetooth transmitter. But version 2.1 isalso more than adequate for everyday applications. With version 2.1you can pair devices such as Bluetooth headphones or speakers.
Youshould also consider the range of the Bluetooth transmitter. Forinstance, if you're using Bluetooth speakers and your transmitteris inside but you want to hear your music outside you'll need adevice with a longer range. This will prevent the radio signal beinginterrupted.
Asmentioned before standard devices allow for a range of up to 30ft butwith Bluetooth Hubs you're able to connect devices from as far as1000ft away.
Connect Multiple Devices
Dependingon the brand you can pair and stay connected to the Hub with up to 22devices. You can organize these devices into groups so you can accessthem quickly and easily. Here's how to connect multiple Bluetoothdevicesatthe same time.
Somebrands such as the Cassiaallow you to set up your Bluetooth router through your SmartPhone. Ifyour device has the same feature it should be compatible with Androidand Apple applications.
YourSmartPhone application allows you to manage your paired Bluetoothdevices easily even when you're not at home or near the Hub. The 22devices can all be different from speakers to printers and even TVsets.
Simplydownload the compatible app on your SmartPhone so you can pair it toyour Hub. Switch the Hub on either by using a specific button and usethe Bluetooth on your phone to connect to the Hub. Turn on all yourBluetooth receivers so the Hub can connect to them.
Onyour mobile application that's compatible with your Hub, it willshow all your Bluetooth devices that are turned on. Here you cancontrol the devices straight from your mobile phone. Easily turn onTVs, lights, kettles and radios with a click of a button throughBluetooth transmitters & receivers.
What if Your Device Doesn't Have Bluetooth?
Notall electronic devices have Bluetooth receivers. In order to convertyour device, you'll have to purchase a portable Bluetooth receiverthat you can connect to your device via a cord.
Youcan turn an ordinary device such as a pair of headphones into aBluetooth receiver by simply plugging in a portable receiver. Peopledo this with myriads of applications so they can easily control thedevices using their Bluetooth Hub.
Can you Connect Multiple Speakers?
Ifyou have an event and you have no idea how to use a soundboard or howto connect all your speakers at the same time, a hub can help youwith the task. This is of course if the speakers have Bluetoothreceivers.
Simplyturn all your Bluetoothspeakerson so they can be discovered by the Bluetooth router. Here you canplay music with SoundCloud, YouTube, Deezer or even through yourphone's music media via your SmartPhone application.
Youcan pair four or more speakers at the same time and place them allover the house to transmit sound.
Troubleshooting when Connecting Bluetooth Devices
Ifyou're experiencing interference or signal dropouts, scan theenvironment you're using your Bluetooth device in. The quality ofthe Bluetooth connection can be negatively affected by concretewalls, microwaves and other wireless devices such as portable radiosor cordless telephones.
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Final Thoughts
Doyou have an application with a Bluetooth router? Turn your Bluetoothon and experiment with how many devices you can connect tosimultaneously. You'd be surprised at how many applications outthere have Bluetooth technology and the number of devices you canpair to.
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Apple Magic Mouse 2, Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, and Magic Trackpad 2 work wirelessly with your Mac via Bluetooth when they're paired and turned on.
If your devices came with a new iMac, they're already paired with the computer. Just turn them on when you first turn on your Mac. To make sure that your device is turned on, check its power switch. If green is visible, the device is on.
If you bought your devices separately — or if they've become unpaired from your Mac — follow the steps below to pair them.
How to set up current Apple wireless devices
Follow these steps to set up your Magic Mouse 2, Magic Keyboard, Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, or Magic Trackpad 2:
- Connect a Lightning to USB Cable1 or a USB-C to Lightning Cable to the Lightning port on the device2 and connect the other end of the cable to your Mac.
- Make sure that the device's power switch is in the ON position. (Green is visible under the switch when the device is on.)
- Choose Apple () menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth to open the Bluetooth preferences window. When the device pairs with your Mac, it appears in the list of devices.
- Check the Bluetooth preferences window to see your device's charge level. When the device is charged, unplug it for wireless use.
1. If your Bluetooth device came with an iMac, a Lightning to USB cable was also included in the box.
2. Magic Mouse 2 can't be used while connected to the cable.
How to set up earlier Apple wireless devices
If you're not sure which device you have, you can learn how to identify your Apple wireless mouse, keyboard, or trackpad.
Then use a wired mouse or trackpad — or the built-in trackpad if you're using a Mac notebook — and follow these steps to set up your earlier Apple wireless devices (such as the Apple Wireless Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad):
- Turn on your device.
- Wait until your device's LED starts blinking, which means that it's in Discoverable Mode. (If the LED is on but not blinking, your device is already paired with another host. To unpair it, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth. Hover the pointer over the device you want to remove, then click the button that appears next to the device's name. Turn the device off, then start again at step 1.)
- Choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth.
- Wait while your Mac searches for your device. When your device appears in Bluetooth preferences, click Pair1.
1. Apple Wireless Keyboard requires the passcode that appears on your Mac. Enter the 8-digit passcode on the keyboard, then press Return. Earlier models of Apple Wireless Mouse or Apple Magic Trackpad will connect automatically or show a dialog. If you see a dialog, click Pair or press Return.
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