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Proximity Marketing with the Bluegiga Access Server - FAQs

Q: Which Products are most suitable for the Proximity marketing application?
A: The Obex-Sender application can hold up to 6 connections with each of the radios used, A 3-Radio Access server (2293) can thus maintain 18 simultaneous connections, and is the most suitable.

Q: How do I use and configure the Obex-Sender?
A: It is built into the software supplied with the Access server, so only needs to be configured and enabled, which can be done from the www interface.

Q: Can Obex-sender get the phone number of a users handset?
A: No. it is not possible to obtain the cell-phone number from a handset using the obex sender. The obex-sender obtains Bluetooth MAC addresses, which are unique to the Bluetooth device. Obex-sender data-base stores and uses the MAC addresses as it's reference to each remote device.

Q: Does the Obex-sender provide statistical information about users?
A: Yes, there is a configurable level of logging to a log-file. This file is also used to configure the re-try rate / timing for previously known users. The information is based around MAC addresses as above.

Q: What range can I expect to communicate to a phone handset?
A: Most Handsets are Class 2 Bluetooth devices, so have a typical 10 to 30 meter range in perfect conditions. Although the Access Server is a class one device, Bluetooth is a two-way prototcol, so the weakest link will define the range. Additionally, the type, and site-ing of Antenna's has an important effect, so it is not possible to quote a minimum range without specifics being taken into account. If range is an important factor for an application, then testing in the actual environment is the only way to accurately determine range.

Q: Can I Change/Modify the way the Obex Sender Works?
A: You can configure many aspects of Obexsender with the www, BSM or other configuration methods, to suit requirements. It is not possible to change the way in which obex-sender works, or to disassemble the code or otherwise change it under the license agreement.

Q: What do I need to know in order to use the system / Obex-Sender:
A: The Obex-Sender application, system development and installation requires from the company an understanding of radio technologies, wireless and wired networks and capabilities to interface with other systems. Some development resources may also be needed, depending on the system complexity.

Q: Will Bluegiga be in future providing complete systems with advanced features and web-interfaces?
A: The BSM provides a remote management interface solution, but Bluegiga's role in Proximity Marketing systems is to be a platform supplier. Click for the BSM Brochure

Q: How do I get the BSM
A: The BSM requires a host server computer with a fixed internet address. The Server can be hosted by end customers, or rented as a service from 2001 Electronic Components or from Bluegiga. Contact 2001 to discuss benefits & features and identify the most suitable way to use the BSM for your requirements.