Table of Contents Your Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem . . i How to Use This Guide ..... i Section 1: Introducing the Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem .
Your Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem Thank you for purchasing a Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem. This device offers more freedom than ever before. No wires, no cables—just access to your data when you need it. The power of the Internet is truly at your fingertips. How to Use This Guide The advantages of Sprint are as clear as each wireless connection you make.
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 12 of this document) or online help.
Section 1A Introducing the Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem Your Sprint Mobile Broadband Device (page 2) Package Contents (page 2) Care and Maintenance (page 3) This section introduces your Sprint Mobile Broadband device, and describes what is included with your device. Section 1A.
Care and Maintenance As with any electronic device, the Sprint Mobile Broadband modem must be handled with care to ensure reliable operation. Follow these guidelines in using and storing the device: The device should fit easily into your USB port. Forcing the device into a port may damage the connector pins.
Section 2A Installing the Software and Drivers Inserting the Device into Your Computer’s USB Port (page 6) Installing the Software and Drivers on a Windows Computer (page 7) Installing the Software and Drivers on a Mac Computer (page 8) The installation process has two stages: Installing the Software and Drivers SmartView software and device drivers (for Windows, see page 7;...
Installing the Software and Drivers on a Windows Computer System Requirements The Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem is supported on: Windows Vista Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or later Windows 2000 To install and run the device and accompanying Sprint SmartView software on a Windows computer, you will need an available USB port.
Read the Software License Agreement. Click to accept the terms in the License Next Agreement. Install the software in the default destination folder (recommended), or click into a different folder. Click Click to begin the installation. This may Install take a few minutes. Once installation is complete, the Sprint SmartView desktop icon appears on your desktop and you may be prompted to restart...
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Installing the Software Note As part of the installation process you will be prompted to restart your computer; save any open documents first. Insert the device into your computer’s USB port. Note The Sprint SmartView software can also be www.sprint.com/downloads downloaded from Once the drivers have automatically installed, a Welcome window appears.
Section 2B Using Your Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Device Starting the Software (page 10) Activating Your Device (page 11) Viewing the User Guide (page 12) Removing the Device (page 12) Using the Flexible USB Extension Cable (page 12) External Antenna Connector (page 13) Attaching the Lanyard (page 14) Contacting Sprint Customer Service (page 15) Troubleshooting (page 16)
Activating Your Device If your device has not been preactivated or you have not activated it at the time of purchase, you must activate your account and configure the device to use your account. If the “One Touch Activation” window appears, click to indicate that you’d like to have the network autoprogram your device.
Viewing the User Guide The user guide provides detailed information on the Windows and Mac versions of the Sprint SmartView software. In Windows, select Start > All Programs > Sprint > Sprint SmartView User Guide. – or – On your Mac desktop, double-click SmartView User Guide.PDF Removing the Device Exit the Sprint SmartView software if it is open.
Inserting and Ejecting a microSD™ Card Your Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem by Novatel Wireless Ovation U760 is equipped with removable hot-swappable memory storage. This convenient feature enables you to connect to the Internet or your corporate Intranet on the fly while at the same time storing data to an external drive without the need for another flash drive.
To eject a microSD card from the microSD slot Gently push the card in, release, and it will pop out. Note For further details about using the microSD memory storage feature, including how to save files to the card, consult the user guide. Attaching the Lanyard A lanyard is included with your device.
Contacting Sprint Customer Service You can reach Sprint Customer Service by: Logging on to your account at Calling us toll-free at 1-888-211-4727 (business use). 1-800-927-2199 Writing to us at Sprint Customer Service, P.O. Box 8077, London, KY 40742. www.sprint.com (personal use) Section 2B.
Troubleshooting For a more complete listing of errors and possible solutions, please see the user guide or online Help. You may also visit www.sprint.com Customer Service. (See “Contacting Sprint Customer Service” on page 15.) Problem/error Solution The device has no Ensure the following: power.
LED Status Indicates Green (blinking The device is powered slowly) and is searching for the network. Green (intermittent The device is powered, blinking) connected, and is sending or receiving data. Environmental Specifications Operating 0° C to +55° C temperature (32°F to 131° F) Storage -20°...
Software Specifications CDMA EVDO Rev A specification Data service Support SMS (IS-637) Currently not supported IOTA Support OTAPA Support (IS-683A) PRL (preferred Support roaming list) Authentication Support Mobile IP Support Section 3A. Technical Specifications Transmitter Specifications Type of EVDO and 1xRTT multiplexing Normal output 7-10 dBm...
Conducted Complies with Title 47, spurious emission Part 24 of the FCC Rules Common RF 50 ohms impedance Receiver Specifications Type of receiving EVDO and 1xRTT Frequency range 1930 MHZ to 1990 MHz Bandwidth 1.25 MHz Occupied 1.25 MHz bandwidth Modulation O-QPSK/HPSK method...
Section 3B Regulatory Information Regulatory Notices (page 23) Trademarks (page 27) Copyright (page 27) Limitation of Liability (page 28) Additional Information and Updates (page 28) This section contains important regulatory notices about your Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem, and also patent and other information. Regulatory Notices Note This Sprint device is designed to be activated on...
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This equipment has been tested to, and found to be within the acceptable 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 when the equipment is operated in a residential environment.
larger display screens). To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, this modem should not be used in configurations that cannot maintain at least 11 mm (approximately 0.43” or 7/16”) from users and bystanders; for example, in certain notebook and tablet computers and configurations where the USB connectors are unable to provide or ensure the necessary separation is available between the modem and its users to satisfy compliance.
Before this device is made available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and locations (for example, at the ear or worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model.
equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des Communications.
Limitation of Liability The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Novatel Wireless. NOVATEL WIRELESS AND ITS AFFILIATES SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, GENERAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE OR...
Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem Ovation U760 are used in a normal manner with a well constructed network, they should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive...
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The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sprint Mobile Broadband USB Modem Ovation U760 while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some jurisdictions, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offense.
Section 3D Novatel Wireless Limited Warranty and Liability Novatel Wireless warrants for the 12 month period immediately following receipt of the Product by Purchaser that the Product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND...
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