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Thank you for choosing the T-Mobile Sonic 4G Mobile Hotspot
Supported functions and actual appearance depend on the specific models you
purchased. The following illustrations are provided for your reference only. For details
about the model you selected, consult your service provider.
This guide briefly describes the functions of the Mobile Hotspot. For details about
how to set management parameters, see Help on the web management page.
If the Mobile Hotspot is placed in an environment with poor ventilation, it may
overheat after extended use. When the Mobile Hotspot overheats, it will switch off or
disconnect from the network automatically to protect itself. If this happens, place the
Mobile Hotspot in a well-ventilated location, then restart the Mobile Hotspot.
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Summary of Contents for T-Mobile Sonic 4G
- Page 1 Thank you for choosing the T-Mobile Sonic 4G Mobile Hotspot Supported functions and actual appearance depend on the specific models you purchased. The following illustrations are provided for your reference only. For details about the model you selected, consult your service provider.
- Page 2 Getting to Know Your Mobile Hotspot Packing List The package should contain the following items. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local dealer immediately. Quick Start Guide Mobile Hotspot Battery Data cable Charger Safety Information Some accessories are optional and are not provided with the modem.
- Page 3 Connection Scenarios A Wi-Fi device or computer can be connected to the Internet through the Mobile Hotspot. The actual connection procedure depends on the operating system of the Wi-Fi device or computer. The connection scenarios illustrated here are for your reference. Scenario 1: Multi-device access via Wi-Fi Scenario 2: One-device access via USB...
- Page 4 Scenario 3: Multi-device access via Wi-Fi and USB at the same time...
- Page 5 Appearance Item Screen WPS button Power button USB connector Note: WPS: Wi-Fi protected setup...
- Page 6 Screen Item Signal strength Network Wi-Fi enabled Number of devices connected Internet connection New messages Number of new messages Battery level...
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Page 7: Before You Start
Before You Start Installing the SIM Card and the Battery Caution: Do not use any card that is not standard or is incompatible with the Mobile Hotspot. Otherwise, the Mobile Hotspot may be damaged. Install the SIM card in the card slot. Be sure that the SIM card is facing in the right direction, as shown in figure 2, and then slide the SIM card into the slot. - Page 8 Installing the microSD Card Note: The microSD card is an optional accessory. If a microSD card did not come with your Mobile Hotspot, you may purchase one yourself. To remove the microSD card, press in the card gently. The microSD card will pop out for removal.
- Page 9 Charging the Battery Note: If the battery has not been used for a long time, it must be charged first. Method 1: Using the charger Caution: Only use chargers compatible with the Mobile Hotspot and provided by a designated manufacturer. Use of an incompatible charger or one from an unknown manufacturer may cause the Mobile Hotspot to malfunction, fail, or could even cause a fire.
- Page 10 Accessing the Internet via Wi-Fi Connection Note: By default, management parameters are preset on the Mobile Hotspot according to the requirements of the service provider. Follow the steps below to quickly access the Internet. For the details about how to set management parameters, see Help on the Web management page.
- Page 11 ® 2. Establish a Wi-Fi Connection (Take a computer with Windows XP operating system as an example) Make sure that the Wi-Fi is enabled. Select Start > Control Panel > Network Connections > Wireless Network Connection. Note: To set up a Wi-Fi connection, the PC must have a wireless network adapter installed.
- Page 12 Note: If the encryption parameter is already set for the Mobile Hotspot, the Wireless Network Connection dialog box is displayed. Enter the network key in the dialog box as shown below. The SSID and key label are affixed to your Mobile Hotspot, as illustrated below. Wait until the wireless connection icon is displayed in the status area in the lower right corner of the PC screen.
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Page 13: Accessing The Web Management Page
Accessing the Web Management Page Make sure that the connection between the Mobile Hotspot and the client is a proper one. Start the Internet browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar. Enter the password, and then click Login. Note: The default password is admin. Changing the login Password You can change the login password to prevent unauthorized users from logging in to the management page. - Page 14 Configuring the WLAN SSID and Password The service set identifier (SSID) is used to identify a WLAN. A Client and the device can perform normal data communication only when they have the same SSID. To ensure the WLAN security, do not use the default SSID. You can enter a character string as the SSID, such as MyHome.
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Page 15: Daily Use
Validating the PIN Code If PIN code protection is enabled, log in to the web management page and follow the prompts to enter the correct PIN code. Both PIN and PUK are delivered with the SIM card. For details, consult your service provider. Daily Use Power Saving Mode If the Mobile Hotspot is idle for a period of time, the screen turns off. - Page 16 Establishing a WPS Connection If a Wi-Fi client connected to the Mobile Hotspot supports the WPS function, the Mobile Hotspot can generate a network key without manual input. To establish a WPS connection, perform the following steps: Power on the Mobile Hotspot. Start the client.
- Page 17 Restoring Factory Defaults If you forget the changes you have made to some parameters, you may restore factory defaults and reconfigure the Mobile Hotspot. To restore the factory defaults, press and hold the RESET button until the screen turns off. All factory default settings are successfully restored.