Bluetooth failure When attempting to send or receive a file via bluetooth on the V3i an error message appears. I'm prompted to either accept or decline the incoming file, once I accept, the file starts to copy accross but only lasts a fraction of a second before saying "connection failed." What's going on?

Will the machine accept any other formats? Do you have the software to convert the file to another format?

turn on bluetooth on both the devices and then in the sending phone go to that music file and go to option and then send option and then select via bluetooth the sending phone searches for other devices and list the phones that are available now select the name to which u should send the file and if you select send the other device will prompt you telling that you have a file and will ask whether to accept or reject once u select accept you will start receiving the file

There are 2 Methods
1 is via Bluetooth other option is using a USB data cable
via Bluetooth - Switch on BT on both PC and phone. - Click on BT icon in the phone and select send a file or you may send directly by selecting the file. - Accept the file receiving via phone.
Via USB cable
- Connect the cable. - Select Mass Storage from the phone , when prompted. - Copy files to the newly installed removable drive (Which is phone's memory)

Hi, go to Market, install "Bluetooth File Transfer" application. When you start the application click on Bluetooth icon on the right. Click on MENU then search for devices. When you find the Iphone (who has to be visible) pair the devices and then transfer your files. Best regards

How to pair and Send Music to a Phone Via Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a type of technology found in electronics that allows you to send and receive signals and files wirelessly. Most commonly used in cell phone headsets, many people also use Bluetooth to transfer data. There is no set protocol for all devices, so instructions for use vary from one device to another. Check out the following loose guidelines for sending music from one Bluetooth phone to another, or from a Bluetooth-enabled computer to phone.


Instructions


Verify that Bluetooth is turned on or enabled in both your devices. Most cell phones will have a Bluetooth menu in their Settings or Tools. For computers, you may see a Bluetooth icon in your system tray. If unsure, check your product manual for specific instructions.

Follow the instructions to pair (connect) your two devices. If you are asked for a passkey, try entering 0000 which is usually the default for any device.


When prompted on the other device, give permission for the original device to access it.

If transferring from phone to phone

Navigate to the song you want to send and hit the button that takes you to the options menu. Choose the option to send your song; depending on the brand of phone it may say "Send" or "Move."

The next menu should ask if you want to use a text message or Bluetooth to move or send the file. Choose Bluetooth.


When prompted on the phone receiving the file, accept it.
If transferring from computer to phone


Look for an option to browse the contents of the phone. Navigate to the Music or Multimedia folder on your phone.

Navigate to the place on your computer where your music file is kept in a separate window.

Drag the file from its original location to the correct folder on your phone.


Accept the file when prompted by your phone.



Tips & Warnings

Pairing is usually the most difficult part of the process. Make sure you read your manual on both devices if it isn't working for you. If you don't see the menu to move or send your music, your phone manufacturer may not allow it. Check your manual or with your carrier's tech support website. This process usually applies to MP3s and not ringtones.

You receive a Failed to Find Service message when you attempt to transfer a media file between two BlackBerry Pearl smartphones.

The BlackBerry Pearl smartphone receiving the media file is not properly configured.
To send and receive files between two BlackBerry smartphones using Bluetooth® wireless technology, complete the following steps:

1. Enable Bluetooth technology on the BlackBerry smartphones. For instructions, see the Turn on Bluetooth technology section of the BlackBerry User Guide.
2. Make the BlackBerry smartphones discoverable. For instructions, see the Make your BlackBerry device discoverable section of the BlackBerry User Guide.
3. Pair the BlackBerry smartphones. For instructions, see the Pair with a Bluetooth enabled device section of the BlackBerry User Guide.
4. Set the Trusted field to Yes on both BlackBerry smartphones by completing the following steps:
   1. In the Bluetooth application, highlight the BlackBerry smartphone and press the Menu button.
   2. Select Device Properties.
   3. Set the Trusted field to Yes.
   4. Press the Menu button and select Save.
5. Send and receive the transfered file.

On the recipient's BlackBerry smartphone

1. On the Home screen of the BlackBerry smartphone, select Media.
2. Select a media type (Music, Video, Ring Tones, Pictures).
3. Press the Menu button and select Receive using Bluetooth. The File Transfer dialog box appears, followed by a prompt to Save or Cancel the file.
4. Select Save to save the file to the current location, or select the folder icon to save the file in a different location.

On the sender's BlackBerry smartphone

1. On the Home screen of the BlackBerry smartphone, select Media.
2. Select the same media type selected on the recipient's BlackBerry smartphone.
3. Press the Menu button and select Send Using Bluetooth.
4. When prompted to select a BlackBerry smartphone, select the recipient's BlackBerry smartphone.

this refers to the infrared transmitter. Some printers and other devices have infrared receivers to collect the information you would be sending without wires (this was done prior to wi-fi and is installed on many PDAs for legacy support. I would venture a guess that 90% or more of the people who own devices with the transmitter do not use it.

In order to send pictures from your phone to other devices via Bluetooth, the following steps should be taken:
• Access your phones picture library
• View the picture you want to send
• Hit the menu button
• Select “Copy” from the menu list
• Chose “Bluetooth”
• Hit “Yes” when it asks you if you want to temporarily turn on Bluetooth
• Select “Look For Devices”
• Once your phone finds the device and lists its name, you select that device name
• The receiving device is then prompted to accept/reject my file
• Once accepted, the picture is sent (takes about two seconds)

When you are receiving the file, check whether you have checked the Visible to other option. And it will ask for the confirmation when you will be receiving the file from other phone whether to accept or not. While sending the phone to which you are sending data should accept the file you are sending.

Let me know if you have any comments.

o send a file via Bluetooth:From the Start-up screen select the Main Menu icon
Go to Multi-media (Figure 1)
Select My Stuff (Figure 2)
Go the images/sounds/videos/documents and select the file you wish to send
Select the Menu icon at the bottom left of the screen
Select Send Via (Figure 3)
Then choose Bluetooth (Figure 4)
You will then be presented with a list of devices in your area. (Figure 5)
If you do not see the device you wish to send your file to ensure it’s has Bluetooth switched on and select New 
Your handset with then search for all Bluetooth devices in your area (Figure 6)
Select your device and your handset will send the file (Figure 7)
The Bluetooth device you are sending your file to must accept the file (Figure 8)

To receive files via Bluetooth ensure you have Bluetooth switched on – only accept files from devices you recognise.
You will receive a message stating the file name with the option to accept or reject the file
To receive select Accept (Figure 9)
The file will then be transferred to your handset (Figure 10)
It will then be saved in your images folder