Your Merlin C777 Device How to Use This Guide Thank you for purchasing a Novatel Wireless Merlin The advantages of Sprint are as clear as each wireless C777 device. This device offers more freedom than connection you make. With Sprint service, we give you ever before.
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Getting More Information About the Device and Service This guide describes how to install and start the software. To learn how to use all the features of your device and software, consult the user guide (see page 14 of this document) or online help.
Section 1A Your Merlin C777 Device Introducing the Merlin C777 The Novatel Wireless Merlin C777 device is a dual- band wireless card. It enhances the functionality of Device your mobile computing devices by adding wireless connectivity to the Internet. ®...
Doing so may distract you from properly operating the vehicle. In some jurisdictions, As with any electronic device, the Merlin C777 device operating communication devices while in control of must be handled with care to ensure reliable operation.
To verify that your device is set up on your Sprint account: Log on to your account at www.sprint.com entering your username and password. Confirm that the Merlin C777 device is on your account with a Mobile Broadband connection plan. Section 2A. Setting Up Your Sprint Account...
Section 2B Note For information on using the Merlin C777 device with Linux, please see www.sprint.com/downloads . Installing the Software and Inserting the Device Activating Your Device Your device may be used in computers equipped with Inserting the Device (page 7)
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Inserting the Device into an ExpressCard Pull the device out of the adapter. Slot To use the device in an ExpressCard slot, you must remove the integrated adapter as follows. Locate the locking mechanism on the bottom of the adapter. Insert the device into your computer’s ExpressCard slot, Sprint label facing up.
System Requirements You may need to log in with Windows XP users: administrative privileges, depending on your The Merlin C777 device is supported on: Windows configuration. Windows Vista As part of the installation process you may need Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or later to restart your computer;...
Software Update computer in order for the new settings to take Click Check Now effect. Click to exit the Installation Finish Wizard. Proceed to “Activating Your Merlin C777 Device” on page 12. Section 2B. Installing the Software and Activating Your Device...
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(See pages 7 and 8 for instructions on proper to exit the Installation Wizard. Finish use of the device and the removable adapter.) Proceed to “Activating Your Merlin C777 Device” on page 12. Note The Sprint SmartView software can also be downloaded from www.sprint.com/downloads .
Activating Your Merlin C777 Device After you have successfully installed Sprint SmartView and while your device is connected to your computer, Sprint SmartView will inform you that hands-free activation has started and will periodically give you updates about activation status. No intervention is required on your part.
Sprint SmartView launches and the “Ready: Sprint Using the Removable PC Card Adapter (page 14) Mobile Broadband” dialog appears. External Antenna Connector (page 15) Contacting Sprint Customer Service (page 16) Troubleshooting (page 16) Section 2C. Using Your Merlin C777 Device...
Using the Removable PC Card Adapter For instructions on inserting the device into either a PC Card or an ExpressCard slot, see “Inserting the Device” on page 7. Section 2C. Using Your Merlin C777 Device...
FCC Part 2. 1 093 and IC RSS-102/Safety Code 6. Note The rubber tab is removable. If removed, place the tab in a secure location for future use. Section 2C. Using Your Merlin C777 Device...
The device has no Ensure the following: power. The device is properly inserted. (The LED indicator is off.) The computer is turned on and not in suspend mode (Windows) or sleep mode (Mac). Section 2C. Using Your Merlin C777 Device...
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Check with Sprint — a network or account problem may be preventing the device from obtaining service. Section 2C. Using Your Merlin C777 Device...
Transmitter Specifications (page 23) computer. Receiver Specifications (page 24) Hardware Specifications (page 24) Miscellaneous (page 25) This section describes the LED indicators and various specifications of your Merlin C777 device. Section 3A. Technical Specifications...
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LED Status Indicates LED Status Indicates No service is available. If Green (solid) The device is powered this state persists, try the but is not transmitting or following: receiving data. Try reorienting your Green (blinking The device is powered computer. slowly) and is searching for the If you are inside a...
Environmental Specifications Mechanical Specifications Operating 0° C to 55° C Dimensions 120 mm x 54 mm x 19 mm temperature (W x D x H) (32° F to 131° F) Weight 47 g/1.65 oz Storage -20° C to 65° C temperature (-4°...
Software Specifications Transmitter Specifications CDMA EVDO Rev A Type of EVDO and 1xRTT specification multiplexing Data service Supported Normal output 7-10 dBm power SMS (IS-637) Currently not supported TX Max power 24.8 dBm IOTA Supported Frequency range 1850 MHz to 1919 MHz OTAPA Supported (IS-683A)
Conducted Complies with Title 47, Inter-modulation Complies with CDG spurious emission Part 24 of the FCC Rules spurious response stage 1 attenuation Common RF 50 ohms impedance Common RF 50 ohms impedance Receiver Specifications Hardware Specifications Type of receiving EVDO and 1xRTT Interface type PCMCIA and Frequency range...
This device will not operate on any iDEN network. Coverage is not available everywhere. Product meets This section contains important regulatory notices current FCC Radio Frequency Emission Exposure about your Merlin C777 device, and also patent and Guidelines. FCC Equipment Authorization ID number: other information. PKRNVWCC760.
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However, there is no guarantee that interference will not COMMUNICATION DEVICE YOURSELF. SUCH ACTION MAY occur in any particular installation. If this equipment VOID THE WARRANTY. THE MERLIN C777 DEVICE IS FACTORY TUNED. NO CUSTOMER CALIBRATION OR TUNING IS causes harmful interference to radio or television REQUIRED.
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RF Exposure/Specific Absorption Rate device under test transmitting at its highest certified power level in all frequency bands. Although the SAR (SAR) Information is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be This product has been evaluated for SAR and meets well below the maximum value.
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Important Safety Information Safety and Hazards Important Notice (page 31) Do not operate the Merlin C777 device in areas where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres Safety and Hazards (page 31) may be present, near medical equipment, life support...
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Section 3C. Important Safety Information...
Novatel Wireless’ specifications or authorized by Novatel Wireless, (III) normal wear and Novatel Wireless warrants for the 12 month period tear, (IV) damage caused by force of nature or act of...
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