Setup Flow Wizard
Identify the device state first, then open the matching page. Confirming the connection method before scanning makes troubleshooting faster.
1. Device List State
| Situation | Next step |
|---|---|
| The device is not listed | Use Connect First Device |
| The device is already listed | Continue below |
2. Paths for an Added Device
| Symptom / goal | Page |
|---|---|
| You switched phone/computer; the device synced but says not configured | Read Use Devices Across Platforms, then use Update Connection Settings |
| You want to switch from BLE to SPP, Serial, or Wi-Fi | Update Connection Settings |
| Device settings says “Connection Settings: Not configured” | Update Connection Settings |
| Cannot find, cannot connect, or frequent disconnects | Connection Troubleshooting |
3. Connection Method Check
Start with Connection Methods.
Quick rule of thumb:
- Most modern devices and accessories on phones/tablets: BLE.
- Manual says SPP, Bluetooth Serial, or Serial Port: SPP.
- You need to choose a COM or USB serial port: Serial.
- You need to enter an IP address: Wi-Fi.
4. SPP on Windows / macOS
SPP is the easiest path to confuse.
- Windows: HiBean’s SPP list usually comes from system-paired devices. Read Windows Classic Bluetooth (SPP).
- macOS: HiBean discovers SPP devices via nearby inquiry scan. Read macOS Classic Bluetooth (SPP).
- Not sure about SPP direct vs Serial: read SPP Direct vs Serial.