Franklin Wireless R850 Get Started

Welcome!
This booklet helps you get started
with your new R850 Mobile Hotspot.
For more help in getting up and
running with your new device, please
Get Started
contact your service provider.
Visit the website of your service
provider for ongoing support and
resources. There, you'll find user
guides, tutorials, and more
to help you get the most out of
your device.
Note: Available applications and services are subject
to change at any time.
Your R850 Mobile Hotspot Activate Your Hotspot
Activate Your R850 Hotspot
1. Find your Hotspot's MEID or IMEI number on the
packaging. You'll need the number to activate your
device.
2. Go to the website of your service provider, follow
micro-USB
charging the prompts to enter the MEID or IMEI to start the
port activation process. Visit the support section of
your service provider for specific activation
instructions.
Note: You can also call your service provider for
activation support.
Power/Wake device/
3. Continue through the activation steps and at
LCD screen Navigation button
the end you will have an option to pay to get
your service started.
What's in the Box
Battery Get Started Guide
(This guide)
Battery micro-USB
Cover charger
Set Up Your Hotspot Hotspot LCD Screen
Insert the Battery Power Up the Hotspot
1. Remove the back cover using the thumb catch on To turn your Hotspot on or off, press and hold the
the bottom edge of the hotspot. Power Button on the front of the device for at least
two seconds.
2. Align the battery's contacts with those inside the
battery compartment and gently press down until
Main Screens
the battery is seated.
3. Replace the back cover. Your Hotspot has a series of screens that
let you view device information and system alerts.
Charge the Battery Press the Power Button (Navigation Key) to cycle
through the following:
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the
micro-USB charging port on the right side of the
• Signal strength/Battery Status
hotspot.
• WiFi Name
2. Plug the charging adapter into a standard
• WiFi Password
AC power outlet.
• Settings
Get Ready • Admin Password
1. Make sure you are in an area covered by your
service provider.
2. Make sure the device you are trying to connect
to your Hotspot has its Wi-Fi® (wireless network
connection) mode turned on.
3. Make sure your Hotspot is set up on your account.
Connect to Your Hotspot
The services described in this guide may require a
subscription to a service plan and/or may incur additional
charges. Not all services will work on all devices. Contact
your service provider for more details.
Connect a Device to Your Hotspot via Wi-Fi
1. Turn on your Hotspot and your
Wi-Fi-enabled device.
2. Open the Wi-Fi application or controls on the
computer or Wi-Fi-enabled device that you
want to connect to your Hotspot.
3. Find your Hotspot's Wi-Fi name and enter your
password to connect to the Internet.
Note: Your Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password appear
on the Hotspot LCD display.
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