The fact that I can fire off a print job from
WHAT’S HOT
my Pocket PC (or other BT-enabled computer) from practically wherever
I am in the house is great.
IN THE BOX
The Bluetake BT007X+BT210
Combo box.
In the box (software)
is two CDs (one for the BT007X and one for the BT210), quick guides,
installation manuals. Hardware wise, there is the BT210 (and it’s power
adapter), plus the BT007X USB BT adapter.
First, let’s review the combo features:
FEATURES
BT210 Printer
Adapter (Specifications can be found here)
BT007X USB Adapter (Specifications
can be found here)
Service Discovery other
Bluetooth-enabled devices in the radio coverage area.
File Transfer between
the BT007X installed computer and the other Bluetooth-enabled devices
such as a computer, PDA or mobile phone.
Information Synchronization/Exchange
between the BT007X installed computer and the other Bluetooth-enabled
devices such as a PDA or mobile phone.
Surf Internet by Dial-up
Networking service through the Bluetooth-enabled devices such as a
mobile phone, modem or computer installed a modem.
Surf Internet by LAN
Access service through the Bluetooth access point or the Bluetooth-enabled
computer shared its Internet access service.
Send/Receive Fax via
the Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone.
Bluetooth Audio Gateway/Headset
supported. Bluetooth Human Interface Device supported such as Bluetooth
keyboard and mouse.
Enable wireless printing
by Serial Port/Object Push/Hardcopy Cable Replacement service between
the Bluetooth-enabled printer and the BT007X installed computer.
Along with the included documentation
HELP SUPPORT
and manuals (pdf and preprinted), Bluetake also has support link,
contact page, FAQs, and driver downloads (although with the drivers
you have to fill out a form and then a username/password is sent
to you via email – not very user friendly). Phone support was excellent.
They not only helped out with a XP SP2 questions, but confirmed
my fears that my main all-in-one was incompatible with the BT210.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
the most important requirement is a compatible
printer. This list is supposed to be updated as new printers
become available, but at the time of this review, the 960c was
not listed. Other than that, you really only need an open USB
port.
BUGS AND WISHES
found no fatal errors, and my wishlist is short:
- Add compatibility for all-in-one
units - Add
a USB pass-through port - Remove
username/password requirements for drivers (Bluetake
website) - Include
a cover for the end of the BT007X - Update
compatible printer list (it is missing the hp 960c, the printer
used for this review, for example)
PURCHASING
can buy the BT007X+BT210 Combo from mobileplanet.
The price shown is $89.95 (the lowest price I could find at the
time of this review.
| Value |
 |
|
Ease
of Use |
 |
| Features |
 |
Overall |
|
PROS
Easy to configure
- Great range
Includes both the printer
adapter and a USB adapter for your PC/laptop- No loss of features
when using wireless
CONS
- Does not support all-in-one
printers - No USB pass-through
port
When I first started this review, I anticipated
OVERALL IMPRESSION
that the BT210 might be more of a novelty than a day-to-day useable
device. But after the easy configuration and flawless printing,
my mind started to think of new ways that this sort of device
could be used in a commercial setting. For example, in a small
warehouse, one could set a printer out by the check-in window
and fire off routing slips from inside an office. And for only
$90, it is cheaper than a chunk of CAT5 and a JetDirect box. Especially
when you consider that it comes with the BT007X, a USB BT adapter.
So, if you are looking for a wireless printing solution in these
heady days of quick printing, the BT007X+BT210 Combo might just
be what you need.
Have you used the
BT007X+BT210 Combo? See something that isn’t quite right? Tell
us what you think! Click on the Discussion Link below.
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with
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Along with the included documentation
HELP SUPPORT
and manuals (pdf and preprinted), Bluetake also has support link,
contact page, FAQs, and driver downloads (although with the drivers
you have to fill out a form and then a username/password is sent
to you via email – not very user friendly). Phone support was excellent.
They not only helped out with a XP SP2 questions, but confirmed
my fears that my main all-in-one was incompatible with the BT210.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
the most important requirement is a compatible
printer. This list is supposed to be updated as new printers
become available, but at the time of this review, the 960c was
not listed. Other than that, you really only need an open USB
port.
BUGS AND WISHES
found no fatal errors, and my wishlist is short:
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
the most important requirement is a compatible
printer. This list is supposed to be updated as new printers
become available, but at the time of this review, the 960c was
not listed. Other than that, you really only need an open USB
port.
BUGS AND WISHES
found no fatal errors, and my wishlist is short:
- Add compatibility for all-in-one
units - Add
a USB pass-through port - Remove
username/password requirements for drivers (Bluetake
website) - Include
a cover for the end of the BT007X - Update
compatible printer list (it is missing the hp 960c, the printer
used for this review, for example)
PURCHASING
can buy the BT007X+BT210 Combo from mobileplanet.
The price shown is $89.95 (the lowest price I could find at the
time of this review.
| Value |
|
|
Ease
of Use |
|
| Features |
|
Overall |
|
PROS
Easy to configure
- Great range
Includes both the printer
adapter and a USB adapter for your PC/laptop- No loss of features
when using wireless
PURCHASING
can buy the BT007X+BT210 Combo from mobileplanet.
The price shown is $89.95 (the lowest price I could find at the
time of this review.
| Value |
|
|
Ease
of Use |
|
| Features |
|
Overall |
|
Ease
of Use
PROS
Easy to configure
- Great range
Includes both the printer
adapter and a USB adapter for your PC/laptop- No loss of features
when using wireless
CONS
- Does not support all-in-one
printers - No USB pass-through
port
When I first started this review, I anticipated
OVERALL IMPRESSION
that the BT210 might be more of a novelty than a day-to-day useable
device. But after the easy configuration and flawless printing,
my mind started to think of new ways that this sort of device
could be used in a commercial setting. For example, in a small
warehouse, one could set a printer out by the check-in window
and fire off routing slips from inside an office. And for only
$90, it is cheaper than a chunk of CAT5 and a JetDirect box. Especially
when you consider that it comes with the BT007X, a USB BT adapter.
So, if you are looking for a wireless printing solution in these
heady days of quick printing, the BT007X+BT210 Combo might just
be what you need.
Have you used the
BT007X+BT210 Combo? See something that isn’t quite right? Tell
us what you think! Click on the Discussion Link below.
Screen capture taken
with
SOTI’s Pocket Controller Professional
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to pocketnow.com |
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this Review
CONS
- Does not support all-in-one
printers - No USB pass-through
port
When I first started this review, I anticipated
OVERALL IMPRESSION
that the BT210 might be more of a novelty than a day-to-day useable
device. But after the easy configuration and flawless printing,
my mind started to think of new ways that this sort of device
could be used in a commercial setting. For example, in a small
warehouse, one could set a printer out by the check-in window
and fire off routing slips from inside an office. And for only
$90, it is cheaper than a chunk of CAT5 and a JetDirect box. Especially
when you consider that it comes with the BT007X, a USB BT adapter.
So, if you are looking for a wireless printing solution in these
heady days of quick printing, the BT007X+BT210 Combo might just
be what you need.
Have you used the
BT007X+BT210 Combo? See something that isn’t quite right? Tell
us what you think! Click on the Discussion Link below.
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