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Sony Ericsson GC79 User Manual

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  • Page 1 GC79 Sony Ericsson GPRS / Wireless LAN PC Card GC79 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safe Removal of the GC79........
  • Page 3 GC79 Manager Icon Errors........
  • Page 4 Appendix D- Initiating a HSCSD Connection from Outside the GC79 Manager ......79 Glossary .

  • Page 5: Contents

    Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony Ericsson at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated into new editions of this manual.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Hardware Overview The GC79 is a standard 32 bit type II PC card with a 15mm extension which contains the GSM and WLAN antennas. The amount of power drawn from the laptop battery is dependant upon a number of factors including status, frequency band, distance to GSM base station and number of timeslots used.

  • Page 7: Software Overview

    Using the GC79 with your Applications Data Programs You can use the GC79 as a connector to a wireless LAN access point or to provide Intranet/Internet connectivity for a wide range of applications. The GC79 can also be programmed at command level by application developers; for more details see the AT Commands Manual.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    GC79 PC Card. Wireless LAN Connection In order to use your GC79 as a wireless LAN adapter for a corporate network, you must have the appropriate access and log-on rights. Contact your corporate IT support function to arrange access.

  • Page 9: Services Available Over The Internet

    GPRS is a new network connection which provides “always on” mobility. The connection set up is fast and, once connected, applications may send and receive data whenever required. In today’s GPRS networks, the GC79 receives data at speeds up to 53.6 kbps and transmits at speeds up to 26.8 kbps.

  • Page 10: Installation

    The cut corner of the SIM card must be placed into the SIM slot as demonstrated below, the SIM contacts should face downwards. If you want to use your other PC card slot remove the GC79 whilst you insert the other card. See Safe Removal of the GC79 on page 20 for more details.

  • Page 11: Installing The Software

    5. After a few seconds, the New Hardware Wizard opens and installs the necessary drivers onto your PC from the GC79 CD. The wizard may require you to locate a specific driver file. If this happens a dialog opens, click Browse and select:...

  • Page 12: Start Using Gc79 Manager

    You are allowed three attempts to enter the correct PIN code. If you fail to enter the SIM PIN correctly, the SIM is blocked; and if you fail to enter the Phone Lock PIN correctly, your GC79 is locked. Contact your GSM network operator for details of how to unlock it.
  • Page 13 GPRS service available. GC79 Manager is waiting for the GC79 card to be inserted. The GC79 has GSM service and indicates a signal strength of 3 out of 5 bars. CSD, HSCSD, SMS and fax may be used, provided these are supported by the subscription.

  • Page 14: Icon Menus

    This menu option is dynamic. It monitors the current state of the GC79 GSM/GPRS radio transmitter and gives you the option to switch to the opposite state, for example, if your GC79 GSM/GPRS radio transmitter is on the menu option reads Turn GSM/GPRS Radio Off.
  • Page 15 This menu option is dynamic. It monitors the current state of the GC79 wireless LAN radio transmitter and gives you the option to switch to the opposite state, for example, if your GC79 Radio transmitter is on the menu option reads Disable Radio.

  • Page 16: Making Windows Network Connections Visible

    When you have an active connection use your mouse to hover over the icon to view connectivity details. GC79 Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences You can change the general GSM/GPRS behaviour of the GC79 Manager by selecting specific options in the Preferences... dialog. 1. Select Preferences... in the File menu. The Preferences dialog opens, the Radio Power tab is displayed.
  • Page 17 You can use this tab to manage the state of the radio transmitter. Enable Radio immediately when card inserted When this option is selected, the GC79 Manager radio power startup and shutdown choices are disabled. Ask Me Turn Radio Off Reset card You should normally leave this checkbox turned off.

  • Page 18: Notifications Tab

    Notifications Tab Click the Notifications tab. You can decide if you want to display a splash screen every time GC79 Manager is opened or closed and a program end confirmation box. Select the radio buttons to activate the options.

  • Page 19: Miscellaneous Tab

    Minimize when Windows starts If enabled, the GC79 Manager starts when a user logs on to Windows, it appears as an icon in the task bar only. If a GC79 PC Card is detected, the GC79 Manager runs and connects. If not, the program closes (and runs in the background if permitted).

  • Page 20: Class 0 Sms Messages

    Class 0 messages contain current information and are replaced frequently, for example, traffic reports. The GC79 will display any messages that are sent out whilst it is registered on a GSM network. See Text Messaging Tab on page 18 for further details.

  • Page 21: Create A Gprs, Hscsd Or Csd Connection

    ‘My Connection’, click Next. Note: Your connection name should not exceed 16 characters for it to be fully visible in GC79 Manager. 3. The Type of Connection screen opens. From here you select the type of connection you require: •...

  • Page 22: Hscsd Or Csd Connection

    HSCSD or CSD Connection 9. Select CSD/HSCSD. Select your service provider from the Choose Network drop down list. If your service provider isn’t listed selected <Other>. Click Next. 10. If you selected a Network Operator from the Choose Network drop down list, the telephone number screen should be automatically filled in.

  • Page 23: Modify A Connection

    Right click on the GC79 Manager icon in the system tray and select Disconnect. Note: You can also use the Preferences dialog to set up auto connection when the GC79 Manager is opened. See GC79 Manager GSM/GPRS Preferences on page 16 for more details.

  • Page 24: Browse The Internet Via A Gsm/Gprs Connection

    Browse the Internet via a GSM/GPRS Connection You can connect to the Internet using a CSD/HSCSD or GPRS connection: 1. Open your preferred connection from the Status screen. See Using your Connection above for details on opening a connection. 2. Start your Internet browser. You are online and can browse the Internet. Send and Receive Emails You will need an email program installed on your PC in order to send and receive emails.

  • Page 25: Create A Wireless Lan Connection

    Clicking the Advanced button opens the Advanced dialog, use the dialog to specify the type of networks you want to access. and select Open Utility. The GC79 Wireless Configuration Utility opens. Settings Network and Dial-up Connections. Right click the Wireless...

  • Page 26: Wlan Connections That Do Not Require Network Key Information

    4. Click Add. The Wireless Network Properties screen is displayed. 5. Type the network name in the Network name (SSID) field. 6. Clear the This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used check box. 7. From here you select the type of connection you require: •...

  • Page 27: Using A Connection

    Using a Connection If your GC79-enabled computer is running at a location in which a wireless LAN is operating, and it is within range of the access point, the computer automatically connects to the network which is highest on the Preferred networks list on the Wireless Configuration Utility screen Wireless Networks tab.

  • Page 28: Viewing The Status Of Your Wireless Connection

    Viewing the Status of your Wireless Connection The quality of the connection (signal strength and noise) of the particular network you are connected to is indicated by the horizontal bars and the decibel level values that are displayed at the bottom of the Link Status tab in the Wireless Configuration Utility.

  • Page 29: Suggested Action

    Disabling the Radio To disable the GC79 wireless LAN radio, right click radio, right click Alternatively, use the Disable/Enable button on the right hand side of the GC79 Manager Status screen or the option in the File menu. Modify a Wireless Connection 1.

  • Page 30: Advanced Wireless Lan Features

    Click OK. Advanced Wireless LAN Features Settings Control panel Settings Control panel back to Obtain an IP-address automatically in both and select Open Utility. The Sony Ericsson Wireless Configuration Utility Network connections, right click Network connections, right click...
  • Page 31 16. Restart all the laptops that are part of the ad hoc network to allow the new IP address settings to be approved. 17. Open GC79 Manager on all the laptops. Make sure the WLAN connection is enabled. If WLAN icon in the system tray doesn't turn green right click display Disable radio).

  • Page 32: Sharing An Internet Connection

    Connection sharing requires that the host computer has either a modem or another network adapter in addition to the GC79. The modem or the additional network adapter is used to access the internet. The GC79 is used to share the connections with other clients.
  • Page 33 Bridge connections on Windows XP The network bridge allows you to connect network segments by selecting the appropriate network connection and bridging them together. The network bridge manages your network segments, and creates a single IP subnet for the entire network. There is no configuration required, and you do not need purchase additional hardware such as routers or bridges.

  • Page 34: Wireless Lan Adapter Diagnostics

    Wireless LAN Adapter Diagnostics You can run a number of diagnostics on your GC79 wireless LAN adapter to verify its operational and functional status. Note: Your network connection is lost when you run the diagnostics. When the test run is over, your network connection is automatically re-established.

  • Page 35: Gc79 Manager Status Screen

    GC79 Manager Status Screen The Status Screen is displayed when GC79 Manager opens. You can also open the Status screen by clicking The Status screen shows information about your GSM and wireless LAN network connections. The body of the screen is divided into two.

  • Page 36: Wireless Lan Connection Status

    You can also launch or terminate a CSD dialup networking sessions directly from the Windows Network Connections icon. A HSCSD networking session initiated outside GC79 Manager will require some additional settings to be added to your init string, see Appendix D- Initiating a HSCSD Connection from Outside the GC79 Manager on page 79.

  • Page 37: Gc79 Manager Telephony Settings Screen

    GC79. The functions of the Telephony Settings screen are very similar to the settings that you have access to via a mobile phone’s display. A Wireless 802.11 option provides access to the Sony Ericsson Wireless Configuration Utility. Note: Your GC79 has to be connected to your computer to make changes to the settings.

  • Page 38: Phone Numbers

    The number used to make a data call to the GC79 (Mobile Terminated). Fax: The number used to send a fax to the GC79. Click Apply when you have finished, to transfer the changes back to your GC79. This may take a few seconds. SMS Service Centre When you send a text message it goes to your operator's service centre, they then forward it to the correct recipient.

  • Page 39: Networks

    1. Click 2. The Change the Phone Lock Code dialog opens. Make the required changes and click OK. 3. Click Apply when you have finished, to transfer the changes back to your GC79. This may take a few seconds. SIM lock Some SIM cards are protected with a PIN (Personal Identity Number) at the time of purchase.

  • Page 40: Preferred (Network)

    Automatic network selection must be enabled. If you want to add a new network: 1. Click Add, a new dialog with all the networks known to the GC79 appears on the screen. 2. Select the network that you want to add and click OK.

  • Page 41: Frequency Band

    Divert Calls Note: The GC79 does not make or answer voice calls. The divert function enables you to send a voice call to an alternative number where it can be answered. For example, the mobile network voicemail service. However you can make and answer fax and data calls, providing you have appropriate software on your PC to handle them.
  • Page 42 Always. Click to choose a phone number from your phone book. 4. Click Apply to transfer your settings to your GC79. This may take a few seconds. Your fax divert setting has now been stored in the network. Data If you want to route your incoming data calls to another number, you can use the Call divert service.

  • Page 43: Restrict Calls

    Your data divert setting has now been stored in the network. Restrict Calls Restricting a certain type of call means that this type of call cannot be made to or from your GC79. You can restrict different types of outgoing and incoming calls.

  • Page 44: Gc79 Manager Phone Book Screen

    GC79 Manager Phone Book Screen The GC79 Manager Phone Book screen helps you to organize your GC79’s SIM Phone Book. The Phone Book Screen A SIM Phone Book can easily become disorganised; you can use the Phone Book screen to manage your SIM Phone Book entries.

  • Page 45: Phone Book Functionality

    2. The Find dialog opens. Enter the text or number you want to search for in the Look for field. The entry can be complete or incomplete. 3. Click Find. The GC79 Manager searches both Phone Books, when a match is found it is displayed in the right pane. Click Find Next to search again.
  • Page 46 3. Select All to export the entire Phone Book or Selected Items to export the highlighted entries. 4. Type a name for the file into the Export File Name field. 5. Click and identify the save location. GC79 Manager Phone Book Screen...
  • Page 47 To Send a New SMS Message: 1. Select an entry from a Phone Book. 2. Select Create New Message from the Messages menu. 3. A new SMS Message dialog is opened and pre-addressed with the selected entries details. GC79 Manager Phone Book Screen...

  • Page 48: Gc79 Manager Sms Messages Screen

    GC79 Manager SMS Messages Screen The GC79 Manager’s SMS Messages screen enables you to view, compose, edit, save, copy, delete, reply or forward SMS messages from your GC79 to other mobile devices. Note: To use Message functionality SMS must be included in your subscription, contact your network operator for more details.

  • Page 49: Sms Manager Functionality

    SIM Inbox is Full: on page 51. Note: For all the SMS Messages screen menu options to operate the GC79 must be registered successfully on a network. You must have a GSM signal to Send SMS, the button is disabled (grey) if you don’t have a signal.

  • Page 50: Folder Management

    To delete all messages, click Select All from the Edit menu before you select Delete. Folder Management: Sorting SMS: 1. Select the folder where the messages you want to sort are located. 2. Click the Date column heading to sort the SMS in ascending or descending date order. GC79 Manager SMS Messages Screen...
  • Page 51 Saved Messages. SIM Inbox is Full: When the GC79 Manager detects the SIM SMS storage is full, it displays and in the SMS Messages screen. You must move or delete some SMS from the SIM Inbox to free storage space so that you can continue receiving new SMS from the network. To do this you can either: •...

  • Page 52: Gc79 Manager Online Services Screen

    SMS, which will be delivered to the SMS inbox. Online Services menus are sometimes used to provide a list of voice-based services such as directory enquiries. If one of these is selected, you will not be connected because the GC79 does not support voice calls.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems that you might encounter while using your GC79. Some problems require you to contact your service provider, but most of the problems you can easily correct yourself. GC79 Manager Icon Errors appears in the task bar...

  • Page 54: Gsm/Gprs Error Messages

    GSM/GPRS Error Messages General Modem not responding... Error Dial-Up fails SIM Card Errors Wrong PIN/ Wrong PIN2 Codes do not match PIN blocked/ PIN2 blocked PUK blocked – contact operator Wireless LAN Error Messages Medium Cable Disconnected Troubleshooting Check that the radio is turned on. Try to connect again.

  • Page 55: Wireless Lan Performance And Connectivity Problems

    This condition occurs if you dock your system into a docking station that has an active Ethernet port while your GC79 is still active and connected to a wireless LAN access point. This is because Windows must now handle two active network connections.

  • Page 56: Windows Error Codes

    Location Edit) and change the Dial using setting to tone, or (if Pulse is a necessity), create a new location called GC79 Anywhere and set the dialling to Tone. GC79 anywhere location should then be used whenever you use the GC79.
  • Page 57 ® Windows 2000 Error 619: The port is disconnected during dial-up Error 678: Computer you are dialling is not responding during dial-up Error 691: Access denied, user name and password incorrect on the domain during dial-up Error 718: The card was unable to dial during dial-up ®...
  • Page 58 Connection Failed or Activation Failed. Please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Invalid APN. Please check and enter the APN again. Connection Failed. Invalid User Name or Password. Please check and enter the User Name and/or Password in your connection profile. Connection Failed.
  • Page 59 Connection Failed. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Service not supported. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider. Connection Failed. Network Problem. Please try again. If the problem continues please contact your Service Provider.

  • Page 60: Additional Information

    Do not remove the SIM. Children Do NOT allow children to play with your GC79. They could hurt themselves or others, or could accidentally damage the GC79. Your GC79 may contain small parts that could be detached and create a choking hazard.

  • Page 61: Blasting Areas

    Avoid placing the GC79 over the pacemaker. If a minimum distance of 15 cm (6'' inches) is kept between the GC79 and the pacemaker, the risk of interference is limited. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, immediately turn off your GC79.
  • Page 62 (10) grams of tissue (for example European Union, Japan, Brazil and New Zealand). The highest SAR value for this model PC Card when tested by Sony Ericsson, to the users body and to the bodies of bystanders, is 1.23 W/kg (10g).

  • Page 63: Technical Specifications

    Antenna Ambient Temperatures Operating Storage Electrical Characteristics Supported Voltages Nominal Operating Voltage Standby Current GC79 32-bit Cardbus WLAN 2.4GHz ISM band E-GSM 900 GSM 1800 GSM 1900 WLAN: 802.11b GSM: CSD, HSCSD, GPRS, SMS, Fax Speech services are not supported...
  • Page 64 Operating System Support Supported Operating Systems Minimum PC Specification Drivers Supplied Software (on CD-ROM) GC79 Manager Documentation GSM Performance and technical characteristics Dimension Frequency Range Channel Spacing Number of Channels Modulation TX Phase Accuracy Duplex spacing Frequency Stability Transmitter RF Power...
  • Page 65 Compression Error Correction GSM/ISDN HSCSD Maximum Data Rates (kbps) 4 + 1 3 + 2 The speeds given are maximums, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee how fast your network will operate. -102 dBm -102 dBm <= 10 (Static Ch.) <= 10 <= 3% (EQ50 ch)
  • Page 66 IPv4, terminated in Windows Mobile Originated and Mobile Terminated Support for all 4 classes QoS negotiation Up to 10 PDP context details are stored in GC79 Manager. PDP Context description edited via supplied Wizard or AT-command Simultaneous PDP contexts not supported...
  • Page 67 Speed achieved depends on the Coding Scheme supported by the GSM Network. The speeds given are maximums, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee how fast your network will operate. At the time of writing, CS-2 is the most commonly used coding scheme.
  • Page 68 Radio power output GSM900 GSM1800 GSM1900 Additional Information Via secure internet download (Sony Ericsson Update Service) or at a Sony Ericsson Service Points. Internet download. Class 2, Group 3 and 4 9.6kbps Microsoft Fax (Windows 2000 and XP; may require ...
  • Page 69 Supported Languages Quick Start Guide PC Software User’s Guide (PDF) AT Command Reference (PDF) English (EN) Danish (DA) Dutch (NL) Finnish (FI) French (FR) German (DE) Italian (IT) Norwegian (NO) Spanish (ES) Swedish (SV) Portuguese (PT) Turkish (TR) Traditional Chinese (ZT) Simplified Chinese (ZS) English Additional Information...

  • Page 70: License Agreement

    By opening the sealed Software package and/or using the Software you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions stated below. These terms and conditions are binding and create a legal obligation (the “License Agreement”) between you (the “Licensee”) and Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB (the “Vendor”).

  • Page 71: Intended Use

    Except for the above express limited warranties, Vendor and its suppliers do not provide nor do you receive any warranties or conditions whether express, implied, statutory or otherwise and Vendor and its suppliers specifically disclaim any implied warranties of satisfactory quality and/or fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 72: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of Nya Vattentornet S-221 88 Lund, Sweden declare under our sole responsibility that our product, Sony Ericsson type FAE-1021011-BV, and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the appropriate standards 3GPP TS 51.010-1, EN 301489-7 and EN 60950, following the provisions of,...

  • Page 73: Fcc Statement

    The tests are performed in positions and locations as required by the FCC for each model. Body worn measurements are made while the product is in use and worn on the body with an Sony Ericsson accessory. The design and composition of an accessory can affect the body worn SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) levels for the modem card.

  • Page 74: Appendix A - Gsm Connection Parameters

    An ‘address’ that the service provider knows you by and uses to route information to and from your GC79. Your IP address will either be: Server - assigned by the service provider when you connect. Static - assigned once by the service provider or the IT Manager.

  • Page 75: Csd/Hscsd Specific Parameters

    CSD/HSCSD Specific Parameters Required Preferred Connection Speed (bits/s) Connection Mode Compression Callback Number * Only available with ISDN V.110 or V.120 connection mode. Useful information Select your preferred network connection speed from the drop down list provided: 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400, 43200* or 57600* Select the method you want to use to connect to the network from the options provided: analogue, ISDN V.110 or ISDN V.120...

  • Page 76: Appendix B - Windows Log On Using A Gsm/Gprs Dial-Up Connection

    The GC79 PC Card supports the Windows Log on using dial-up connection feature. To log on to Windows using a GSM or GPRS dial-up connection the GC79 PC Card must be inserted and the radio enabled before you log on. To enable the radio prior to logon, select Enable radio immediately when card inserted checkbox on the Radio Power preferences tab, see Radio Power Tab on page 17 for more details.

  • Page 77: Appendix C - Changing The Gc79 Wireless Lan Adapter Properties

    Worldwide. Reset the Locale value after returning. Residents of both Canada and the United States should use the value USA. For details of an easier way of changing this value, see GC79 Wireless Control menu on page 15. Enables or disables the GC79 wireless LAN radio. This may be necessary...
  • Page 78 RTS Threshold Appendix C - Changing the GC79 Wireless LAN Adapter Properties This is used to put the GC79-enabled computer into the IEEE 802.11 Power Save mode. In Power Save mode, the radio is periodically powered down to conserve power. When in Power Save mode, packets are stored in the AP until the PC comes on.

  • Page 79: Appendix D- Initiating A Hscsd Connection From Outside The Gc79 Manager

    The HSCSD speed is normally entered in the GC79 Manager Connection Wizard. The specified speed is requested when the Connect button is pressed in the Status screen of the GC79 Manager. In exceptional cases you may need to initiate an HSCSD call from outside the GC79 Manager (for example, Safe Removal of the GC79 on page 20 and Connection on page 36) the HSCSD speed must be specified by placing additional commands in the GC79 Wireless Modem properties.
  • Page 80 Speeds relate to the receive (downlink) speed. When connected at 43.2 or 57.6, uplink (transmit) speed will be 14.4 maximum. At lower receive speeds, transmit speed can be up to 28.8. Appendix D- Initiating a HSCSD Connection from Outside the GC79 Manager +CBST +CHSN...

  • Page 81: Glossary

    Glossary 802.11 A standard developed by the IEEE. The 802 family of standards relates to local and wide area networks. 802.11 refers to WLAN standards. 802.11b The IEEE standard relating to WLAN operating at 2.4GHz and having a maximum speed of 11Mbps. 802.1X 802.1X is the security layer in the 802 standard.
  • Page 82 PCMCIA providing extra functionality when inserted into a laptop PC. Typical examples are modems and network cards. Type refers to the thickness of the card. The GC79 is type II. PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association – defines specifications for PC Cards.

  • Page 83: Service Provider

    PC cards. Terminal Adaptor Generic term for the equipment terminating a digital comms line such as an ISDN2 line. The GC79 is a Terminal Adaptor since it interfaces to GSM digital data services. Transport Layer Security. Used by Web browsers, for example.

  • Page 84: Wifi Alliance

    Wired Equivalent Privacy. An encryption service built in tot many 802.11 products intended to make the connection secure. WiFi Wireless Fidelity. The popular name for 802.11 technologies that have passed WiFi Certification Testing, for which WECA is responsible. WiFi Alliance See WECA.

  • Page 85: Index

    Short Message Service (SMS) 9 SIM 10 SMS Manager 49 SMS message 47 Software 7, 9, 11 Installation 11 Software installation 11 Software overview GC79 Manager 7 Using the GC79 with your applications 7 Starting GC79 Manager 12 Support 9, 60 Index...
  • Page 86 System requirements GSM network and subscription 8 Hardware 9 Software 9 Wireless LAN connection 8 Technical support 9, 60 Telephony Settings Divert Calls 41 Locks 38 Networks 39 Phone Numbers 38 Restrict Calls 43 Wireless 43 Upgrades 9, 60 Windows dial-up connections 16, 76 Wireless Control menu 15 Wireless LAN Ad hoc group network 30...

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