How does the computer communicate with BC-1000plus Black ANT+? Is it via a usb ANT+ device that you need to purchase or simply bluetooth?
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A small device (shaped like a thumb drive) is included with the scale. When it is plugged into the USB port, it enables your computer to communicate with the scale. It was included with my scale I did not have to purchase it separately.
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The easiest way by far is via an ant+ device like a Garmin, but it does have a USB and you can communicate direct to a PC. I feel like you lose a lot of the functionality that way though and it's a little kludgy.
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Free software from Tanita, included with all consumer radio wireless scales and analyzers. Healthy Edge Lite provides an in-depth tool to record, analyze, and graph, weight and body composition data for up to 8 users(upgrade to Healthy Edge Plus for unlimited users).
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Yes, There is a Bluetooth 4.0 device built into the computer. In windows 8 its a little tricky to find so also here are the steps to connect a device :Get to the metro desktop (press windows key if needed)Expose the charms on the right edge of the screen. If using touch, just swipe from the right edge of the screen. If using a mouse, mouse to the top-right corner of the screen.Choose Settings (4th item down)Choose Change PC Settings (bottom right)Choose Devices in the PC Settings menuChoose "Add a device"Place your BT device in pairing modeThis is a fantastic computer, highly recommended! Yes, There is a Bluetooth 4.0 device built into the computer. In windows 8 its a little tricky to find so also here are the steps to connect a device :Get to the metro desktop (press windows key if needed)Expose the charms on the right edge of the screen. If using touch, just swipe from the right edge of the screen. If using a mouse, mouse to the top-right corner of the screen.Choose Settings (4th item down)Choose Change PC Settings (bottom right)Choose Devices in the PC Settings menuChoose "Add a device"Place your BT device in pairing... » Read More Yes, There is a Bluetooth 4.0 device built into the computer. In windows 8 its a little tricky to find so also here are the steps to connect a device :Get to the metro desktop (press windows key if needed)Expose the charms on the right edge of the screen. If using touch, just swipe from the right edge of the screen. If using a mouse, mouse to the top-right corner of the screen.Choose Settings (4th item down)Choose Change PC Settings (bottom right)Choose Devices in the PC Settings menuChoose "Add a device"Place your BT device in pairing modeThis is a fantastic computer, highly recommended! « Show Less
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You have to connect them throu the other device you want them to connect. Most desktops dont support bluetooth you will have to buy a bt adapter but if its a laptot ur good.
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It works just fine with a regular computer. It comes with an Ant+ receiver USB stick in the box along with the software. I don't think the software is Mac OS compatible, but then I've never used the software.
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This is just a mini-tower; it does not include a monitor so in answer to your first question, no. I have a USB keyboard and a wireless USB mouse plugged into it. I don't know about the bluetooth or the wifi issue as ours is hardwired to the network.
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When you connect to the BT 1000 go to the tools and change the setting to speaker only/media only, that should fix it, I know my computer only recognizes only headphones, not speaker, but still works fine.
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It depends on what devices you're going to be using. Garmin's cadence/speed sensors, and heart rate straps use ANT+, and seem to be the most common. If that's the case, this is what you'll need to pair your computer to the ANT+ devices, and allow you to use them with Trainer Road. It's also possible that the sensors you're going to be using are capable of Bluetooth Smart (BT 4.0). If that's the case, your computer may already be equipped to handle them. Wahoo Fitness makes cadence/speed, and heart rate sensors that are both ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 compatible. For more info, check out Trainer Road's "Getting Started" page.
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it only works with bluetooth.. I'm not a computer geek but I don't think computers have bluetooth they only have wifi.
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Rickk, there is a USB dongle you plug into your computer that provides a communication interface. The setup for this is very simple, just plug in, power up, press the connection button and done.
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Hi Camshaft, I myself am wondering about the same or similar issue, as I would like to buy 1 or 2 more. The Bluetooth device name would probably be identical - then showing 2+ devices as "BM10" (especially with 50-100 meter range)I am going to send Sony a request to see if there is a way to differentiate or change the "BM10" Bluetooth device name (bt receiver) when enumerated by the bt transmitter or OS. Maybe that is one reason it was discontinued.
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It comes with a usb ant. You have to download Garmin express and plug in the ant when you need to sync. I had issues with the Garmin express downloading and installing, this was due to Windows not updating.
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Either a Bluetooth Keyboard / Mouse combo or a combo that uses a USB dongle. If Bluetooth be sure to buy the proper Wifi / Bluetooth module and install it in the NUC
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I purchased an Asus Mini Bluetooth Dongle. It works really great. I have only used it with my laptops (Dell & HP).
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In addition to connecting wirelessly via WiFi, you can also connect to your smartphone via Blutooth and upload activities to Garmin Connect that way as well. Another cool feature using Bluetooth is the Live Tracking feature where your friends/family can follow you in real-time on the web as your device uploads data via your smart phone. Either way, you don't need the USB Ant+ dongle anymore.
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Iam not shure mine works great with our two phones.go on line to blue ant and call there customer service dont know why it wouldend work its just a blue tooth connection
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When I use mine, I must connect to my computer via USB. I believe it is not bluetooth. Check their website: www.opticon.com
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HiMy PC portable, which is not Bluetooth, would become bluetooth with APT-X protocol? or just bluetooth?ThanksRegards