[ HELPFUL TIP ] Enabling full Bluetooth support in Linux Lite

[Monkeyman]

Maybe that would help with my BT audio sync issues.

[Wirezfree]

Hi,

Not sure.?
I'm not sure how this fits with Rob's instructions.?
I can only assume..?? (sometimes a bad idea )
If starting from scratch with Broadcom based device for a clean start:
1. Install the drivers per the link
2. Make sure the Bluetooth "Blueman" applet is set to Auto-start in the Application Auto-start
3. Follow Rob's instructions
4. re-boot.??
5. Plug in Bluetooth adapter

... possibly

Dave

[Wirezfree]

Just an update...
I purchase one of the Plugable Bluetooth 4.0 adapters.(Broadcom)
I followed the instruction I posted above to get the driver, and then followed Rob's instructions.
All worked perfectly, Headset and Mic work perfectly for Media playback & SKYPE

[altman]

Glad it worked out for you mate !

A good How To for other people in the Forum as well .

[Wirezfree]

Yes,
Hopefully will help other with Bluetooth enabled devices.
My Headphone with built in mic.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00J0BXPD4/ref=pe_385721_37986871_TE_item

Here's how it shows in the logs:

dave@hp-lappy1:~$ lsusb | grep Broadcom

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Bus 002 Device 002: ID 0a5c:21e8 Broadcom Corp. BCM20702A0 Bluetooth 4.0
dmesg log:

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[    1.915299] usb 2-2: new full-speed USB device number 2 using xhci_hcd
[    1.934782] usb 2-2: New USB device found, idVendor=0a5c, idProduct=21e8
[    1.934784] usb 2-2: New USB device strings: Mfr=1, Product=2, SerialNumber=3
[    1.934786] usb 2-2: Product: BCM20702A0
[    1.934787] usb 2-2: Manufacturer: Broadcom Corp
[    1.934788] usb 2-2: SerialNumber: 000272D9FC69

[N4RPS]

Hello!

I don't know, but I have a Broadcom-based BT dongle to play with. Therefore, we'll check that out - because I sure would like to be able to use the Broadcom adapter for both Windows AND Linux!

73 DE N4RPS
Rob

[N4RPS]

Dave (Wirezfree) said:

Bit old I know... re: Broadcom Drivers
I have been looking at various Bluetooth devices.
I came across this, Broadcom Linux Driver:

http://plugable.com/2014/06/23/plugable-usb-bluetooth-adapter-solving-hfphsp-profile-issues-on-linux

Maybe of use.?

Hello!

DEFINITELY of use! I have added this to the OP, including my thanks for your contribution...

73 DE N4RPS
Rob

P.S.: Blessings to whoever 'frocked' me for the 100th time!

[Wirezfree]

Hi Rob,

Many thanks.. Glad it was of use.
It's still working fine on my Laptop.
I'm actually thinking of get a 2nd one for my PC.
The Headphones allows for 2 connections.

Dave

[Jocklad]

My first attempt with Bluetooth Headphones on Linuxlite.

It worked perfectly.

Many thanks 

Jocklad

[altman]

Great , another happy customer !

Glad it worked on your end .

[Jerry]

Rob, I've added a new section to the Help Manual. Does this look right for generic instructions?: (note the path of the config file)

[Jerry]

There is also this - https://vilimpoc.org/blog/2016/04/30/ubuntu-16-04-bluetooth-speakers/

as well as a number of other 'fixes'. Can someone please confirm what works in 3.x?

[John Mark]

Thanks it works!