Cingular Go Phone: Cables Unlimited USB1520 Bluetooth, USB Bluetooth Adapter Review

My review is relative to using this device with Lego Mindstorms NXT. My review in no way applies to any other application of the device.

Here are my findings --
I purchased this device because it was in the compatibility listing on the Lego Mindstorms web site.
The version of the "Cables unlimited USB-1520" that I received came with the IVT BlueSoleil software, and driver. I was quite successful in getting the software loaded, and in fact could attach to the NXT with no problem. The problem was that the Lego MindStorms NXT software would not find the NXT through the Bluetooth device. I spent hours combing through forums on the topic trying everything to no avail. The general consensus seems to be that the IVT software simply won't work. Attempts at trying to load a so-called windows generic Bluetooth driver was useless. Question for Lego, "Why is the device in the compatibility list if it's software won't work?" Perhaps the older versions used a different driver. Try and search the Lego site for information and you will be amazed at how little helpful information there is on getting Bluetooth problems resolved. I also suffered many Blue screens of death while trying to uninstall, and reinstall this driver on my Win XP SP 2 machine a number of times before moving on to the solution.

I found a solution, but it requires a bit of patience and PC savvy. You must download and use Widcomm driver to make the device work with Lego Mindstorms NXT software. Your favorite search engine should provide you with what you need. There is a good site out there with detailed instructions and everything you need. This info is for those unfortunate as myself that are determined to make this work.

For the average person that wants to just plug and go, and download programs to their NXT, I can't recommend this device, it will waste your time and frustrate you beyond belief.

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Product Description:

USB-1520 Bluetooth adapter allows you to easily make wireless connections with other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as desktop or notebook computers, PDAs, scanners, printers and mobile phones. Simply plug this compact adapter into your computers USB port to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of Bluetooth wireless technology.

Main Features
Manufacturer: Cables Unlimited
Manufacturer Part Number: USB1520
Manufacturer Website Address: www.cablesunlimited.com
Package Type: Retail
Frequency Band/Bandwidth Details: 2.402 GHz 2.835 GHz Bluetooth 1.1 ISM Band
Transmission Speed: 723Kbps Maximum Bluetooth
Host Interface: USB 1.1
Standard Warranty: 1 Year(s)

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