Bluetooth "wake computer from sleep" function always on?

Does anyone know if the "allow bluetooth device to wake this computer" option is designed to be always on even when bluetooth is OFF? I have noticed my computer wake unexpectedly due to a bluetooth signal in the area even though bluetooth was off. The option was selected in the preferences but I assumed when bluetooth is off none of the function are on. Thanks to anyone who could clarify this.
OSX 10.4.11 MacBook Pro 2.16 C2D

I think it applies to both, and I surmise it's because some people have Bluetooth KBs & Mice that need to wake the computer up.

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If you're comfortable with the command-line environment (i.e. Terminal.app) you can use the "pmset" command to schedule individual, non-repeating sleep or wake events.
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