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iCON 451/452 User Guide ® The intelligent HSUPA USB modem Fast, future-proof and truly worldwide...
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iCON 451/452 User Guide ® NOTICE The information in this User Guide is subject to change without notice. The contents herein are provided "as is". Except as required by applicable law, no warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are made in relation to the accuracy, reliability or contents of this document.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® CONTENTS WELCOME FEATURES SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS iCON 451/452 PACKAGE CONTENT ® INSTALLING AND SETTING UP YOUR iCON 451/452 ® USING YOUR iCON 451/452 ® LED STATUS INDICATOR SAFE REMOVAL GLOBETROTTER CONNECT 3 SOFTWARE ® Product Features Short Description And Intended Use 9.2.1 Basic Use...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 1 WELCOME Zero-CD Retractable USB connector Quad-band configuration Micro-SD card slot High speed wireless internet connectivity Download 7.2/Upload 5.76 The new iCON 451/452 from Option offers the latest available technology in the world market. ® ®...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 2 FEATURES • Easy connection to any PC and the internet: insert the device, install the Zero-CD software and go on-line ® • Quad-band high-speed 3G and quad-band 2G support for worldwide operation • Up to 5.7Mbps upload and 7.2Mbps download speed in 3G •...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 5 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP YOUR iCON 451/452 ® Step 1 – Remove the SIM-slot cover and insert the SIM card into the iCON 451/452. If you want to use the ® iCON 451/452 as a memory stick, you need to insert a micro-SD card (not included). The micro-SD card slot is ®...
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iCON 451/452 User Guide ® Step 4 - An installer window will open. Simply click “Next” and follow the installation instructions. Step 5 - When the “Installation Completed” screen appears, click “Exit” and you are ready to connect to the internet.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 6 USING YOUR iCON 451/452 ® Step 1 – Start up your computer. Insert the USB connector of the iCON 451/452 into a free USB slot (or use an ® extension cable for desktop use). Step 1b (MAC only) A Finder Window will Open.
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iCON 451/452 User Guide ® Disconnecting can be done in the same way. Windows Mac OS ® ® Right click on the GlobeTrotter Connect application Open the “Application” folder and run “GlobeTrotter ® icon in the system tool tray and click “Disconnect”. Connect“.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 7 LED STATUS INDICATOR The iCON 451/452 is equipped with a multicolor LED. The different operating statuses are indicated by the ® frequency and color of blinking. The colors indicate different network generations (data speed capabilities). The blinking scheme indicates the state of connection to the network.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 9 GLOBETROTTER CONNECT 3 SOFTWARE ® 9.1 Product Features • Easy installation • Simple intuitive user interface • Compatible with most modern desktop and laptop PCs equipped with Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows ® ® XP or Windows Vista ®...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 9.3.2 Installation Process The installation process is straightforward. You will see various screens appear, indicating the installation progress of your iCON 451/452. ® Figure 2: Found New Hardware Balloon Figure 3: GlobeTrotter Connect 3 Installation Wizard ®...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 9.3.4 Entering your PIN code If you have enabled the PIN code on your SIM card, you will automatically be asked to type it in. If enabled, you won’t be able to use your iCON 451/452 until you have typed in the PIN code.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 9.3.6 Exit GlobeTrotter Connect 3 ® When you click , this doesn’t kill the application. It just retreats to the Systray (see Figure 5: GlobeTrotter Connect 3 icon). This behavior is equivalent to other Windows applications such as ®...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 9.4.2 Disconnecting To disconnect, click on the Systray icon to show the menu and select the “Disconnect” option. Figure 12: Disconnect 9.4.3 Changing the program options Although GlobeTrotter Connect 3 is simple and straightforward, it has a number of items that need to be ®...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 9.4.3.1 The Access Point Name (APN) defines your route to the internet. Your mobile operator can supply the APN (some operators may also specify a user name and password if required). Most users will never have to change this setting. If you have entered the APN manually a button saying Automatic will appear next to the Save button.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 9.5 Additional Features Via the “More” button additional features are available. Figure 15: Accessing additional functionality 9.5.1 Using the SMS Centre To launch the SMS Centre click the “More” button and select “SMS Centre”. On the left-hand side you will see the different folders: •...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® To create a new message, press the “New” button. The New SMS Message window opens and you can start typing your message (maximum 160 characters). To send the message, fill in the recipient’s telephone number and click “Send”.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 10 TROUBLESHOOTING If you are having trouble getting a reliable connection, please check with your network provider for advice on network coverage in your area. Other characteristics such as network cell handover, dead coverage spots, geographic or structural obstructions, etc.
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iCON 451/452 User Guide ® Approvals and Certifications • All applicable regulatory approvals (i.e. FCC, R&TTE, PTCRB), Operator and Infrastructure IOT • Microsoft WHQL certified drivers Current Dimensions (LxWxH) • In device 76 x 27 x 13 mm • Weight 22g Version: v019ext Page: 22 of 28...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 12 PRODUCT SUPPORT AND ADDITIONAL HELP GlobeTrotter Connect 3 updates will be made available on the Option support website. ® ® 12.1 Technical Support Questions and answers regarding GlobeTrotter Connect 3 can be found on the Option support website.
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® APPENDIX A: LIMITED WARRANTY HARDWARE: Option warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal ® use and service, for one year. If a product does not operate as warranted during the applicable warranty period, Option shall, at its option and expense, repair the defective product or part, deliver to Customer an equivalent ®...
iCON 451/452 User Guide ® APPENDIX B: HEALTH, SAFETY AND CERTIFICATION INFO iCON iCON ® ® FCC-ID NCMOGI0452 FCC-ID NCMOGI0451 Your iCON 451/452 is like a mobile phone ® Your iCON 451/452 uses the same technology as a mobile phone. It is important that you always obey all safety ®...
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iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 1.8 Interference from radio signals: Option relies on advice from health authorities and relevant expert bodies ® about potentially undesirable reactions to radio emissions from the iCON 451/452. ® 1.9 Immunity to interference: Electromagnetic interference is the disturbance of the normal operation of a device due to its response to radio signals from an external source.
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iCON 451/452 User Guide ® 2. Certification requirements 2.1 Federal communications commission notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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