User's Guide

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1. Introduction
1.1. Overview
WCS-232 is a terminal device for wireless serial communication using Bluetooth 2.0+EDR technology
that is an international standard of short range wireless communications. WCS-232 can communicate
with other Bluetooth devices; user may connect other Bluetooth devices that support the Serial Port
Profile.
The working distance of WCS-232 with default antenna is 100m
WCS-232 has a compact design, which allows it to be placed conveniently into various devices or
equipment. Its detachable antenna has the ability to optimize the quality and distance of wireless
communications.
WCS-232 supports FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum), which is a technique, native to
Bluetooth that allows the WCS-232 minimize radio interference while decreasing the likelihood of over-
air hijacking. WCS-232 also supports authentication and Bluetooth data encryption.
WCS-232 can be configured and controlled by a set of AT commands. Users can easily configure WCS-
232 on a terminal program, such as HyperTerminal, and configure for wireless communication without
modifying user’s existing serial communication program. User friendly WCSConfig can also be used for
easy setup on Microsoft Windows.
1.2. Package Check List
1.2.1. Single Unit Package
WCS-232-A1 (Stub antenna NOT included)
- WCS-232
WCS-232-00
- WCS-232
- Stub Antenna