Sony Bluetooth Utility User Manual
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Pairing
A security function. In order for Bluetooth
TM
wireless technology devices to authenticate each other, a passkey (PIN code) is entered in each
terminal when they are connected for the first time, and a secret 128-bit link key is generated. This action is known as "pairing."
Profile
A specification that guarantees the connection to the service function of a remote Bluetooth
TM
wireless technology device.
For a device to send and receive information to and from another device, both devices must support shared profiles designated for each function,
such as dial-up networking, faxing, printing and human interface devices.
SCMS-T
One of the digital content copyright protection methods used for transmission with A2DP Profile. This method is based on SCMS (Serial Copy
Management System), a digital copy generation management system, and has been authorized by Bluetooth SIG (Special Interest Group). In order
to use the SCMS-T feature, the remote devices must also support SCMS-T.
SPP
Abbreviation of Serial Port Profile.
A profile that enables communication with a device through a virtual serial port configured for a Bluetooth
TM
wireless technology connection. This
profile can be used for printers and printer adapters with PDAs, using a method different from HCRP or ActiveSync..
TCP/IP
Abbreviation of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol.
Standard communications protocol (convention for enabling data communication) used by the Internet. Using the same protocol enables
computers to exchange data with each other.
vCARD
Common standard for electronic business cards.
Names, (e)mail addresses, telephone numbers and other information are exchanged in the form of electronic business cards (in *.vcf format),
allowing all parties to easily register each other's data in their address books.
The standard is extensively compatible with Microsoft Outlook, Lotus Organizer and other mail/schedule management software.
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