Bluetooth Product Lifecycle

CTIA CERTIFICATION

The NAC is a CTIA Authorized Test Lab for Bluetooth Compatibility performing CTIA qualification required by some US carriers.

• Some carriers are requiring CTIA Bluetooth Compatibility testing for the products they purchase. The NAC can perform the testing to qualify your device for CTIA certification.
• The NAC achieved CATL status with the program's inception and has a complete 'B' device inventory in order to execute the CTIA Bluetooth Compatibility test plan.

Bluetooth SIG

As an associate member of the Bluetooth SIG, the NAC uses the Profile Tuning Suite (PTS), a test tool developed for use in qualification of Bluetooth devices.

• In addition to 'real-world' compatibility testing between peer devices, PTS can be used in development or for Bluetooth SIG qualification by selecting the profile(s) of interest and executing various automated test scripts.
• The NAC can test any number of Bluetooth accessories and devices. The NAC-captured results can then be compared to the Bluetooth requirements to evaluate the device's level of conformance, or to be used for submission to achieve qualification for your device and/or accessory.

HANDS-FREE PROFILE

HFP allows wireless operation of your mobile phone from a simple headset or a more sophisticated hands-free device integrated into an automobile. Some of the functions provided by the Hands-Free Profile are:

• Receiving Calls
• Initiating Calls
• Remote Dialing
• Redial of the Last Number Called
• Voice-activated Dialing
• Remote Display of Phone Status (signal and battery levels, etc.)

ADVANCED AUDIO DISTRIBUTION PROFILE (A2DP)

A2DP allows a mobile phone or other media player device to stream stereo audio to wireless stereo headphones, speakers, or an automotive unit.

• This profile is typically used in conjunction with the Hands-Free Profile to allow a mobile phone to provide a rich, complete hands-free user experience. It allows a user to enjoy their favorite music while maintaining control over the 'phone' capability of the mobile phone.
• Users can pause their music to make and receive calls and resume streaming music once the call is completed, without once having to pick up the mobile phone.

AUDIO/VIDEO REMOTE CONTROL PROFILE (AVRCP)

AVRCP is used together with A2DP enabling consumers to take remote control of a phone's media player capabilities.

• Users can play, pause, stop, fast-forward, etc., from a headset or speaker device for hands-free use.

OBJECT PUSH PROFILE (OPP)

OPP is used for the user-initiated sharing of personal information contained in a phone's contact list or calendar.

• OPP allows the user to send a contact or appointment data from one mobile phone to another or between a Bluetooth equipped computer and a mobile phone.
• OPP allows the user to accomplish this in a secure fashion. The user must search for, and connect, to a specific phone or computer, or by authorizing a connection from a phone or computer.

PHONE BOOK ACCESS PROFILE (PBAP)

PBAP is similar to OPP, and allows the user to share contact information contained in a phone's contact list or SIM card. However, unlike OPP, it allows this transfer to take place automatically instead of requiring the user to authorize each connection.

• Also unlike OPP, PBAP only transfers contact data and not appointment or calendar information.
• PBAP also allows call history data associated with missed calls, outgoing calls or incoming calls to be shared. And, as with OPP, connections are secured through the means of 'pairing' or 'bonding' the devices prior to the transfer of data.
• PBAP is typically found in automobiles with integrated Bluetooth systems. Working with HFP it allows the user to place calls from the contact list in their mobile phone using the Bluetooth system built into the automobile. The automobile can also use the contact information to aid in navigation.

DIAL UP NETWORK PROFILE (DUN)

DUN allows the mobile phone to be connected and used, by a laptop or PC, as a data modem.

• With a wireless data service plan (3G), DUN allows the user to use a computer to access the Internet through their mobile phone.
• Users can browse a website, send and receive e-mail, or download files over the internet.
• While typically used with a computer, many automobile manufacturers are including DUN as a part of their integrated Bluetooth package in order to allow data access for things like navigation, traffic reports, or maintenance and telemetry data.

FILE TRANSFER PROFILE (FTP)

FTP is used in mobile phones for the transfer of images, video, or music files to another phone or a computer.

• All connections are secured through a pairing process and must be authenticated by the user prior to any data transfer.
• Some use of FTP has been in the area of mobile 'push' advertising and transaction (i.e. vending machines or electronic kiosks).

BASIC PRINTING PROFILE (BPP)

The Basic Printing Profile is simply a cable replacement function that allows a phone or computer to wirelessly send documents and images to a printer.