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  • Page 1 DEVICE + LIGHT: 4-COLOR PROCESS BLACK BACKGROUND: PANTONE BLACK 6 OVERPRINTS 90024963_R1 PROCESS BLACK WHITE TEXT & LOGO: K/O TO SUBSTRATE SPRINT AHEAD LOGO: “Sprint” + “Ahead” K/O TO SUBSTRATE SPRINT YELLOW NOVATEL EX720 6.10.08 FILE : CB1_SP793_NV TL _EX720_QSG.ai...
  • Page 2 Novatel Wireless Merlin™ EX720 www.sprint.com © 2008 Sprint Nextel. All rights reserved. SPRINT and other trademarks are trademarks of Sprint Nextel. © 2008 Novatel Wireless. All rights reserved. Novatel Wireless, Merlin, and the Novatel Wireless logo are trademarks of Novatel Wireless.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Attaching an External Antenna ........14 Contacting Sprint Customer Service ....... . . 14 Troubleshooting .
  • Page 5 3C. Important Safety Information ........30 Important Notice .
  • Page 6: Welcome To Sprint

    Welcome to Sprint Sprint is committed to bringing you the best wireless technology available. built our network right from the start to give you what we believe you really want from a wireless service provider—clear connections, private communications, and time-saving features.
  • Page 7: Your Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem

    Your Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem Thank you for purchasing a Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem. This Express Card Modem offers more freedom than ever before. No wires, no cables—just access to your data when you need it. The power of the Internet is truly at your fingertips.
  • Page 8: How To Use This Guide

    How to Use This Guide The advantages of Sprint are as clear as each wireless connection you make. With Sprint service, we give you what you really want from a wireless service provider—clear connections, easy-to-understand service plans, and self-servicing options for managing your account. All this is designed to make your life easier and worry-free.
  • Page 10: Section 1: Introducing The Sprint Moblie Broadband Express Card Modem

    Section 1 Introducing the Sprint Moblie Broadband Express Card Modem...
  • Page 11: Introducing The Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem

    Express Card Modem. It enhances the functionality of your mobile computing devices by adding wireless connectivity to the Internet. Your Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card fits into an Express Card or PC Card slot (with a PC Card Adapter) available on most notebook and desktop computers.
  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Your Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem package contains the following components: Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem by Novatel Wireless (Merlin™ EX720) Getting Started guide (this document) PC Card Adapter Section 1A. Introducing the Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem...
  • Page 13: Care And Maintenance

    Do not handle or operate the Express Card Modem while driving or operating a vehicle. Doing so may distract you from properly operating the vehicle. In some jurisdictions, operating communication devices while in control of a vehicle is a criminal offense. Section 1A. Introducing the Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem...
  • Page 14: Section 2: Installing And Using The Express Card Modem

    Section 2 Installing and Using the Express Card Modem...
  • Page 15: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software on a Mac Computer (page 8) Important Do not insert your card until you have installed Sprint SmartView onto your computer or until instructed to do so by Sprint SmartView. The installation process has two stages: — Insert the Sprint SmartView Installation nstalling the Software and Drivers CD to install the drivers and the software (for Windows, see below;...
  • Page 16: Installing The Software On A Windows Computer

    PC Card Adapter. See page X. Note This Sprint device is designed to be activated on the Sprint network and has a software programming lock that, in part, protects many of the device's features and functions against tampering and unauthorized reprogramming.
  • Page 17: Installing The Software On A Mac Computer

    See page X for instructions on use. Installing the Software on a Mac Computer System Requirements The Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem is supported on Mac ® X, version 1.4 or newer, computers equipped with an Express Card or PC Card slot.
  • Page 18 Important Do not insert your Express Card Modem until you have installed Sprint SmartView onto your computer or until instructed to do so by Sprint SmartView. Insert the installation CD for Sprint SmartView, into your PC's CD- ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
  • Page 19: Using Your Express Card Modem

    Using the PC Card Adapter (page 13) Viewing the User Guide (page 13) Removing the Express Card Modem (page 13) Attaching an External Antenna (page 14) Contacting Sprint Customer Service (page 14) Troubleshooting (page 15) Section 2B. Using Your Express Card Modem...
  • Page 20: Starting The Windows Software

    Sprint SmartView launches and the "No Wireless Device Detected" dialog appears. Insert the Express Card Modem with the Sprint label facing up into your computer's Express Card slot or PC Card slot with the PC Card Adapter (see page XX). (Do not forcefully insert the card, as this may damage it.)
  • Page 21: Activating Your Express Card Modem

    Sprint SmartView will display “Preparing services, Please wait.” If One Touch Activation is successful, Sprint SmartView will then display “Sprint is ready to Connect,” after which you are ready to connect to the network. Proceed to “Viewing the User Guide” on page 14.
  • Page 22: Using The Pc Card Adapter

    Viewing the User Guide The user guide provides detailed information on the Windows and Mac versions of the Sprint SmartView software. In Windows, select Start > All Programs > Sprint > Sprint SmartView User Guide. – or – On your Mac desktop, double-click Sprint SmartView User Guide.PDF...
  • Page 23: Attaching An External Antenna

    You can reach Sprint Customer Service by: Logging on to your account at www.sprint.com Calling us toll-free at (personal use) or 1-800-SPRINT1 1-800-927-2199 (business use). Writing to us at Sprint Customer Service, P.O. Box 8077, London, KY 40742. Section 2B. Using Your Express Card Modem...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting For a more complete listing of errors and possible solutions, please see the user guide or online Help. You may also visit www.sprint.com contact Sprint Customer Service (see page 14). Problem/error Solution The Express Card Modem has no power.
  • Page 25 Section 2B. Using Your Express Card Modem...
  • Page 26: Section 3: Technical Specifications, Regulatory And Safety Information

    Section 3 Technical Specifications, Regulatory and Safety Information...
  • Page 27: Technical Specifications

    Software Specifications (page 21) Transmitter Specifications (page 22) Receiver Specifications (page 23) Hardware Specifications (page 24) Miscellaneous (page 24) This section describes the LED indicators and various specifications of your Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card Modem. Section 3A. Technical Specifications...
  • Page 28: Led Overview

    LED Overview Your device, has an LED light located near the antenna of the device. The light operates as follows: LED Status Indicates Off (no light) The device has no power. The device may not be completely inserted into the computer.
  • Page 29: Environmental Specifications

    Environmental Specifications Operating temperature 0° C to +55° C (32°F to 131° F) Storage temperature -20° C to +65° C (-4° F to 149° F) Humidity 5% to 90% over operating temperature Vibration Stability 5 Hz to 500 Hz, 0. 1 octave/second Drop 1 meter drop, no damage –...
  • Page 30: Mechanical Specifications

    Mechanical Specifications Dimensions (W x D x H) 34 mm x 5 mm x 112 mm Weight 43 g (1.4 oz.) Battery Pack Antenna External Flip-Up and Intern Software Specifications CDMA specification EVDO Rev A Data service Support SMS (IS-637) Currently not supported IOTA Support...
  • Page 31: Transmitter Specifications

    Transmitter Specifications Type of multiplexing EVDO and 1xRTT Normal output power 7-10 dBm TX Max power 23 dBm Frequency range 1850 MHz to 1919 MHz Frequency stability Compliant with CDG1 Bandwidth 1.25 MHz Occupied bandwidth 1.25 MHz Modulation method O-QPSK/HPSK Waveform quality .944 Conducted spurious emission...
  • Page 32: Receiver Specifications

    Receiver Specifications Type of receiving EVDO and 1xRTT Frequency range 1930 MHZ to 1990 MHz Bandwidth 1.25 MHz Occupied bandwidth 1.25 MHz Modulation method O-QPSK/HPSK Receiver sensitivity -104 dBm Inter-modulation spurious Complies with CDG stage 1 response attenuation Common RF impedance 50 ohms Section 3A.
  • Page 33: Hardware Specifications

    Hardware Specifications Interface type USB; Express Card 34/54/card bay (requires card caddy accessory) Common air interface 1xEVDO Rev A Channel spacing 50 kHz Chipset QUALCOMM MSM6800 Transmitting (max. data rate) Forward link: 3. 1 Mbps Reverse link: 1.8 Mbps Supply voltage 500 mA Battery Charger (charging time)
  • Page 34: Regulatory Information

    Copyright (page 27) Additional Information and Updates (page 28) Additional Information and Updates (page 28) This section contains important regulatory notices about your Sprint Mobile Broadband USB modem, and also patent and other information. Regulatory Notices This device is compliant with Parts 2, 22, and 24 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 35 compliance with regulatory rules and thereby your authority to use this equipment. WARNING (EMI) – United States FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Parts 2, 22, and 24 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in an appropriate installation.
  • Page 36: Trademarks

    QUALCOMM® is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Copyright ©2008 Sprint Nextel. All rights reserved. No reproduction in whole or in part without prior written approval. SPRINT and other trademarks are trademarks of Sprint Nextel.
  • Page 37: Additional Information And Updates

    Novatel Wireless product. Additional Information and Updates For up-to-date product descriptions, documentation, application notes, firmware upgrades, troubleshooting tips, and press releases, visit www.sprint.com Section 3B. Regulatory Information...
  • Page 38 Section 3B. Regulatory Information...
  • Page 39 Do not operate the Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card MUST BE POWERED OFF. When operating, it can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems.
  • Page 40 The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sprint Mobile Broadband Express Card while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some jurisdictions, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offense.
  • Page 41 Section 3D Novatel Wireless Limited Warranty and Liability Novatel Wireless warrants for the 12 month period immediately following receipt of the Product by Purchaser that the Product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A...
  • Page 42 Notes Section 3D. Novatel Wireless Limited Warranty and Liability...
  • Page 43 Notes Section 3D. Novatel Wireless Limited Warranty and Liability...

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