UTStarcom UM100C User Manual

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  • Page 1 EVDO USB Modem UM100C www.utstar.com/handsets...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. BEFORE USING UM100C ................1 1.1 About this User’s Manual ..................1 1.2 Product Overview ......................1 1.3 Product Package Contents ..................1 1.4 Introduction to UM100C USB Modem ..............2 1.5 Product Features .......................2 1.6 Product Handling .......................2 1.7 Configuration ......................3 2. INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR QUICKLINK MOBILE ......3 2.1 QuickLink Mobile Setup Program ................4 2.2 QuickLink Mobile Setup Wizard ................6 3.
  • Page 3: Before Using Um100C

    1. BEFORE USING UM100C 1.1 About this User’s Manual You will find all the information you need to install and use the UM100C in this user’s manual. Before using the UM100C, you must properly install the UM100C by closely following the installation instructions. Instructions •...
  • Page 4: Introduction To Um100C Usb Modem

    1.4 Introduction to UM100C USB Modem The UM100C is designed for your PC’s USB port, which is available in most PC models. The UM100C can be used to access the Internet, your company’s intranet, or you can use it to send and receive email. It is extremely useful when you are away from the office, on the road, or wherever wireline Internet access is not readily available.
  • Page 5: Configuration

    1.7 Configuration To use the UM100C, you should install the software included in the installation CD and configure the UM100C USB device. See the next section for more information on software installation and USB device configuration. 2. INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR QUICKLINK MOBILE This section will guide you through the installation and setup process for QuickLink Mobile.
  • Page 6: Quicklink Mobile Setup Program

    2.1 QuickLink Mobile Setup Program STEP 1: The “Welcome” screen appears. Click the “Next” button to continue with the installation process. STEP 2: After the Welcome screen appears, you will see QuickLink Mobile License Agreement. In order to install and use this product you must agree with the terms of this agreement.
  • Page 7 STEP 4: During this step the components of QuickLink Mobile product are being installed onto your computer. Installation will occur to the destination folder specified in Step 3 above. STEP 5: Installation is now complete. Click the “Finish” button to leave the QuickLink Mobile setup program and begin using your new software.
  • Page 8: Quicklink Mobile Setup Wizard

    2.2 QuickLink Mobile Setup Wizard After you have successfully completed the installation process of QuickLink Mobile, you are ready to start QuickLink Mobile program and begin your initial setup. The steps in the Setup Wizard are critical to the proper operation of QuickLink Mobile.
  • Page 9 STEP 3: The detection and configuration process for your wireless device is now complete. In this step you can elect to run QuickLink Mobile automatically every time you start your computer. Click “ Finish ” when complete. Please familiarize yourself with the information in the “Using QuickLink Mobile” and “Connecting to the Internet”...
  • Page 10: Using Quicklink Mobile

    3. USING QUICKLINK MOBILE Today’s online world offers more services everyday and Wireless gives you the tools you need to take advantage of the best in connectivity solutions. With QuickLink Mobile, enjoy the freedom and convenience of wireless Internet connectivity from your notebook computer! 3.1 Features WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network, 1xEV-DO/1xRTT/CDMA) Specific Features:...
  • Page 11: Connecting

    At a glance you can see the signal strength and battery level. Select “Refresh Networks” from the “Tools” menu to update the information in this panel. Your current connection state and the elapsed time of the connection are displayed along the bottom of the status bar. If your expected connection does not appear after starting QuickLink Mobile, select “Refresh Networks”...
  • Page 12 QuickLink Mobile will display status information at the bottom during the connection process as well as while connected. When not connected, the status text in the lower left corner will display “Not connected” for the currently selected network. The timer will display “00:00:00”. Once connected, the status text will display “Connected”...
  • Page 13: Sms Messaging

    Dormancy: The data session becomes dormant if you are not sending or receiving any data. As soon as you resume sending or receiving data, the data session will return to an active state. Depending on your device and service plan, your data session may disconnect during a dormant state.
  • Page 14 • To forward an inbound message, select the message and press “Forward” button. The message will be populated in the send area below prefixed with a “FW:.” Press the “Send” button to send the message. • To resend a sent message, select the message and press the “Resend” button.
  • Page 15: Quicklink Mobile Preferences

    4. QUICKLINK MOBILE PREFERENCES 4.1 General Preferences Options Tab Click on “Options”, then “Preferences”. Minimize application into tray: When you minimize the application it will now appear in the Windows task bar. To restore the application click on QuickLink Mobile tray icon, and select “Show Application”.
  • Page 16: Wwan Specific Settings

    This feature allows QuickLink Mobile to automatically check for software updates. If an update is available, you will be notified of its size and approximate download times. You will be given the choice to download or cancel. If you select download, a display appears that shows the progress as the update is downloading with the option to cancel if desired.
  • Page 17 Connect Tab When you select the “Set Options” button from the screen above, the following options will appear (“Options”, “Preferences”, “WWAN tab”, “Set Options. . . “) : Do not open my browser: With this option selected, when you connect to a WWAN network, QuickLink Mobile will not automatically launch your default web browser.
  • Page 18 VPN Tab The following options exist on the VPN tab (“Options”, “Preferences”, “WWAN” tab, “Set Options. . . “, “VPN” tab) : VPN Client: QuickLink Mobile automatically detects if certain VPN clients like Microsoft, Cisco, CheckPoint, etc are installed on the computer and allows you to select the one you wish to use.
  • Page 19: Sms Settings

    4.3 SMS Settings SMS (Short Text Message Service) is a messaging application for your wireless device which allows you to compose and send text messages to other wireless phones and email accounts. The SMS tab in the preferences dialog allows you to configure certain text message delivery options.
  • Page 20: Additional Features

    4.4 Additional Features In addition to the basic features mentioned in previous sections, QuickLink Mobile has the additional features listed below. The Status Bar The details of your current connection can be seen in the status bar at the bottom of QuickLink Mobile interface.
  • Page 21 The Session Menu Connect / Disconnect: You can connect or disconnect the wireless networks. Log: This provides a concise session log of your network activity. Click on a column heading to sort the log. This window also displays the total number of sessions as well as the total time connected.
  • Page 22 The Tools Menu Test WWAN Device: Retrieve and display detailed information about your WWAN device (1xEV-DO/1xRTT/CDMA USB Modem) such as manufacturer, model, version, etc. This information can be valuable when troubleshooting a problem. Run Wizard: Runs the Setup Wizard again. This is useful if you need to reconfigure QuickLink Mobile to use a new USB Modem.
  • Page 23 The Options Menu Control Panels: From this menu you have access to your system’s “Modem”, “Network and Dial-Up Connections”, and “Internet” control panels. You can also see all control panels by selecting “All”. Preferences: This is used to select preferences for connection settings. Please see WWAN Specific Settings for details.
  • Page 24: Installing Um100C

    5. INSTALLING UM100C 5.1 Precautions 1) Do not insert the UM100C before installing the software on the computer. When you complete the software installation, the system will prompt you to insert the UM100C into the USB port. 2) Once the modem has been inserted into the PC, do not remove it from your PC without first completing the unplugging/ejection process.
  • Page 25: Installing Software

    5.3 Installing Software 5.3.1 Warnings • Make sure to complete the unplugging/ejection process before removing the UM100C. If you remove the device improperly, the product may be damaged. • Before inserting the UM100C into your PC’s USB port, remove the Installation CD from the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 26: Led Indicator

    5.3.3 Using the Device Power status Signal strength indicator Power statue LED • Green: Power OK. • Red: Not enough power. If you see Red on the power status LED it is recommend that you use the USB modem extension Y cable. Signal strength indicator •...
  • Page 27 1) Unplug or Eject Hardware with Windows 2000 • As shown in the above figure, two “NEC PCI to USB Open Host Controller” options will be displayed in the Hardware devices list of Win2000. However, one of them is disabled and marked with “V”. Select the device with no “V”...
  • Page 28 • Then, the above window will appear. It is now safe to unplug the UM100C. 2) Unplug or Eject Hardware with Windows XP • As shown above, only one “NEC PCI to USB Open Host Controller” option will be displayed in Windows XP. Select “NEC PCI to USB Open Host Controller”...
  • Page 29 • Click the [Close] button. It is now safe to unplug the UM100C. 3) Unplug or Eject Hardware with Windows Vista As shown above, only one “NEC PCI to USB Open Host Controller” option • will be displayed in Windows Vista. Select “NEC PCI to USB Open Host Controller”...
  • Page 30 Click the [Close] button. It is now safe to unplug the UM100C. • 5.3.5 Remove the UM100C from your laptop • Remove the UM100C from your laptop. When removing the UM100C, always grip the sides of the modem and push/pull carefully. 5.3.6 Using the USB Modem Extension Y Cable •...
  • Page 31 3) The device is connected to and powered by the computer as soon as the USB Y cable is plugged properly into the appropriate Type A USB port(s). 4) Click Connect.
  • Page 32: Regulatory And Safety Information

    6. REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION 6.1 Regulatory Notices UM100C complies with Parts 15, 22, and 24 of the FCC rules. It has been tested with the typical personal computer with a USB port. This USB device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 33: Safety Precautions

    UTStarcom bears no responsibility for damages or losses of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmission using the USB device, or for failure of the USB device to transmit or receive such data.
  • Page 34: Specific Absorption Rates (Sar)

    4) Do not use this USB device while driving a car, since it can distract driver’s driving. In some area, using the communication device while driving a car is illegal. 6.5 Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) THIS MODEL DEVICE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.
  • Page 35: Safety Information For Fcc Rf Exposure

    • DO NOT use unauthorized accessories. • DO NOT disassemble the device or its accessories. If service or repair is required, return unit to an authorized UTStarcom cellular service center. If unit is disassembled, the risk of electric shock or fire may result.
  • Page 36: Fcc Compliance Information

    6.9 Manufacturer's Warranty UTStarcom Personal Communications (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this UTStarcom modem, that should this product or any part thereof during normal consumer usage and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship that results in product failure within the first twelve (12) month period from the date of purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (with new or rebuilt parts) at the Company’s option, without charge for parts or...
  • Page 37 In addition, if your wireless device utilizes a SIM or Multimedia card, please remove the card before submitting the device and store for later use when your device is returned, UTStarcom Personal Communications is not responsible for and does not guarantee restoration of any...
  • Page 38 This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state or province to province. IN USA: UTStarcom Personal Communication 555 Wireless Blvd. Hauppauge, NY 11788 (800) 229-1235 IN CANADA:...

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