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Summary of Contents for Audiovox PC-5220
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
CHAPTER 1 Welcome to the Mobile Connection Manager About this Guide Checklist About your PC5220 Wireless PC Card Modem What is the Mobile Connection Manager? Caring for your PC5220 What is 3G CDMA? The Basics CHAPTER 2 Installing the Mobile Connection Manager and PC5220 on Your Notebook PC Installation Precautions System Requirements... - Page 2 CHAPTER 5 Understanding Alert Windows Call Dropped Alert Card Eject Alert Connection in Progress Alert Power On Card Alert Reset Call Log Information Software Mismatch Alert Tray Mode Alert CHAPTER 6 Networking and Dial-up Connections Windows Networking CHAPTER 7 Frequently Asked Questions CHAPTER 8 Regulatory Information and Safety and Hazards CHAPTER 9 Licensing Agreement CHAPTER 10 LIMITED WARRANTY...
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Page 3: Chapter 1 Welcome To The Mobile Connection Manager
CHAPTER 1 Welcome to the Mobile Connection Manager Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Verizon Wireless PC5220 PC Card! The PC5220 is a 3G CDMA2000 1XEV-DO product that enables you to communicate wirelessly from your laptop at high speeds. This product is simple to install and use. -
Page 4: What Is The Mobile Connection Manager
Service LED Power Management Designed to take advantage of the power management and system overhead benefits offered by the standard 32-bit CardBus electrical interface that minimizes power consumption. Unique Antenna Design The PC5220 includes an innovative antenna design that optimizes data rate transfer speeds and sensitivity. -
Page 5: Caring For Your Pc5220
laptop, advises you on network availability, displays the time of your session and amount of data being transferred and received, and when your connection becomes dormant. Other features allow you to customize your settings, review your connection history, and access a digital help file. Caring for your PC5220 Storage: When not in use, fold the antenna down and store in a compartment where... -
Page 6: The Basics
The Basics Before you can begin using the PC5220 you will need to load the software on your notebook PC and configure the PC5220. Here is a brief overview of the steps outlined in the next section: Load the Mobile Connection Manager software, located on the Installation CD and follow instructions Insert the PC5220 and Install the drivers into your notebook’s PC Card slot when prompted by the Mobile Connection Manager... -
Page 7: Chapter 2 Installing The Mobile Connection Manager And Pc5220 On Your Notebook Pc
CHAPTER 2 Installing the Mobile Connection Manager and PC5220 on Your Notebook PC Installation Precautions WARNING: DO NOT insert the PC5220 before you install the Mobile Connection Manager software onto your notebook PC. Once you install the Mobile Connection Manager software, you will be prompted to insert the PC5220 into the Type II PC Card slot. -
Page 8: System Requirements
System Requirements Before you begin the installation process, check that your notebook PC supports the following system requirements. 1. Your PC5220 functions in notebook PCs with these Windows systems: ® Windows 98SE ® Windows ® Windows ® Windows 2000 NOTE: This card is not designed to function in handhelds and Pocket PCs and does not support Windows CE, SMS or voice services. - Page 9 Please read the Licensing Agreement carefully and click Yes to agree to the terms. Click Next to install the software in the default folder. You may choose to install a different folder by clicking the Browse button. If you prefer to have the Mobile Connection Manager launch automatically each time your notebook PC starts up, click to checkmark the Run Mobile Connection Manager at Start up checkbox.
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Page 10: Driver Installation
The Mobile Wireless Connection Manager will launch. Do not insert the PC5220 until you have followed the instructions for driver installation and proper insertion of the PC5220. See Installing the Drivers to your Notebook. Driver Installation WARNING: Once the card is inserted, do not physically remove the PC5220 until you have completed the Unplug/Eject process. -
Page 11: Account Activation
2. Once you have inserted the card properly, your Windows operating system will notify you that new hardware has been detected. NOTE: Windows XP only: The Hardware Detection Wizard will launch upon insertion of the PC5220. Follow the on screen instructions. This three-step wizard process will perform five times. -
Page 12: Establishing A Connection
Establishing a Connection 1. Once you have properly inserted the PC5220 into your notebook PC's Type II PC Card slot (See Installing the Drivers to your Notebook PC), the Mobile Connection Manager will notify that it is “Ready” to connect to the network. Click the Connect button to establish a connection. -
Page 13: Exiting The Mobile Connection Manager & Removing The Pc5220 From Your Notebook Pc
NOTE: Powering Off the PC5220 does not mean that you have exited the Mobile Connection Manager application. WARNING: Do not eject the PC5220 from your notebook until you have followed the Unplug/Eject Hardware instructions for proper removal. Removing the card improperly may cause a fatal error to your PC. - Page 14 Windows 2000 ONLY: Select “Standard Open HCD USB Host Controller” Windows XP ONLY: Select “ Lucent USB Open Host Controller” 6. Once the "Safe to Remove Hardware" message appears, click OK. 7. You may now remove the PC5220 from your notebook. When removing the PC5220, always grip it by the sides of the card rather than from the top.
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Page 15: Chapter 3 Using The Mobile Connection Manager
CHAPTER 3 Using the Mobile Connection Manager My Mobile Connection Manager The Mobile Connection Manager is turned on automatically when your laptop starts up, unless you turned this option “off” in the previous section, Software Installation. This view of the Mobile Connection is called Full Mode. An alternate view, called the System Tray Mode, is described later in this section, titled: System Tray Mode (Connection Status Icon and Menu). -
Page 16: Signal Strength Indicator
Signal Strength Indicator The Signal Strength icon displays when the Mobile Connection Manager is turned on. The bars indicate the strength of the radio signal. Four bars signify that the signal strength is at its maximum peak. The strength will change depending on where you are. -
Page 17: Roaming Status
Roaming Status The Roaming Status icon indicates the roaming status of your PC5220. When you are roaming, you are using the network of another service provider that offers coverage outside of your local coverage area. This typically happens when you are out of your coverage area. -
Page 18: Service Status Dialog Box
Service Status Dialog Box The Service Status Dialog Box explains the current status of your PC5220. Service Status Dialog Please insert No card is detected Card Card is Off PC Card is powered off Ready Service is available No Service No service is available Connecting Attempting to make a... -
Page 19: Understanding The Action Buttons
Understanding the Action Buttons The Action Buttons allow you to customize the Mobile Connection Manager and monitor your connections. Settings The Settings tool allows you to customize the Mobile Connection Manager. Once you click on this button a pop-up window with two tabs will appear: §... -
Page 20: Settings: About Tab
Roaming Pull-Down Menu: Managing the roaming feature of the PC5220 is simple. The roaming option is “Enabled” by default; hence the PC5220 will automatically roam when you are traveling outside of your local coverage area. If you prefer to manually monitor the roaming activity on your PC5220, turn the roam feature off by selecting “Disabled”... -
Page 21: Call Log
Call Log The Call Log lists a summary of all data calls made. A Window table appears displaying the following columns: Column Format Name On- Screen Call Type Phone 15 digits number Date and YYYY MMM DD Time hh:mm am(or pm) Duration hh:mm:ss or mm:ss Bytes In... -
Page 22: System Tray Shortcut
System Tray Shortcut When viewing the Mobile Connection Manager in Full Mode, you have the option to “close” the Full Mode window and monitor the Mobile Connection Manager from the System Tray Mode. The icon located in the System Tray communicates your connection status similarly to the Service Status dialog in Full Mode. -
Page 23: Chapter 4 System Tray Mode
CHAPTER 4 System Tray Mode system tray: also known as the “status area,” the system tray is the section to the right of the Start button on your desktop. If you prefer to close the Full Mode view of the Mobile Connection Manager, you can still monitor your connections with the System Tray icon. -
Page 24: System Tray Menu
System Tray Menu By clicking on the System Tray icon, a menu becomes visible. Below is a list explaining the functions of each menu option. Menu Item Action Open Brings up Full Mode view Connect (or) Select to connect or disconnect a data Disconnect call Power On Card... -
Page 25: Chapter 5 Understanding Alert Windows
CHAPTER 5 Understanding Alert Windows Alerts that are generated by the Mobile Connection Manager explain effects of certain actions you are enabling by selecting particular functions. You generally can exit an alert by selecting Yes, No or OK. You also have the option to “turn off” an alert either from the alert window itself, or by manually shutting it off. -
Page 26: Reset Call Log Information
Reset Call Log Confirmation When you reset the Call Log a confirmation message will appear. Select Yes to confirm the deletion of the current entries and to reset the Last Reset Time. Select No to close the confirmation window and retain all current entries in the call log without resetting the Last Reset Time. -
Page 27: Chapter 6 Networking And Dial-Up Connections
CHAPTER 6 Networking and Dial-up Connections Windows Networking ® After installation of the Mobile Connection Manager and drivers, Windows “Network and Dial Up Connections” will automatically create a default connection profile. In order to create new connection profile, you will need to consult the Microsoft Help files. -
Page 28: Chapter 7 Frequently Asked Questions
CHAPTER 7 Frequently Asked Questions Here are some answers to common questions regarding the PC5220: What is the Mobile Connection Manager? The Mobile Connection Manager is an application designed to assist you in managing the PC5220. With this application you can easily monitor and customize your connections. - Page 29 Am I able to make phone/voice calls with the PC5220? No. The PC5220 leverages CDMA2000 1xEV-DO technology, a data-only high-speed network. How do I un-install the Mobile Connection Manager? Before you attempt to un-install the software, ensure that you have powered off the card and exited the Mobile Connection Manager.
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Page 30: Chapter 8 Regulatory Information And Safety And Hazards
CHAPTER 8 Regulatory Information and Safety This Section outlines important regulatory notices concerning your new PC Card. Regulatory Notices This device complies with Parts 15, 22, and 24 of the FCC rules. This PC card has been tested with the typical laptop computer with the side loading PCMCIA bay. This PC card must not be co-location or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. - Page 31 communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver...
- Page 32 Safety and Hazards Blasting Areas and Hospitals Do not operate the PC Card-Model PC5220 in areas where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, life support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference.
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Page 33: Chapter 9 Licensing Agreement
CHAPTER 9 Licensing Information Licensing Information AIRPRIME INCORPORATED MOBILE CONNECTION MANAGER FOR THE PC5220 LICENSE AGREEMENT ATTENTION: CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT. BY CLICKING ON THE “YES” BUTTON OF THE LICENSING AGREEMENT WINDOW OR BY INSTALLING THIS APPLICATION, YOU INDICATE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO THIS AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT ALL THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND THAT YOU INTEND TO BE LEGALLY BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. - Page 34 copyright, trademark or other intellectual property right of AirPrime. This section shall survive the termination or expiry of this Agreement. 6. NO WARRANTY. MOBILE CONNECTION MANAGER IS PROVIDED AND LICENSED “AS IS” AND USE OF MOBILE CONNECTION MANAGER IS AT YOUR RISK.
- Page 35 FUNDAMENTAL BREACH. This section shall survive the termination or expiry of this Agreement. 8. TERMINATION. This Agreement is effective until terminated. All rights granted to you under this Agreement will automatically terminate if you breach any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
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Page 36: Chapter 10 Limited Warranty
CHAPTER 10 Limited Warranty Audiovox Communications Corp. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this Audiovox CDMA2000 1XEV-DO, PCMCIA Card, 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 labor... - Page 37 IN USA: AUDIOVOX COMMUNICATIONS CORP. 555 Wireless Blvd. Hauppauge, NY 11788 (800) 229-1235 IN CANADA: AUDIOVOX COMMUNICATIONS CANADA CO. 5155 Spectrum Way, Unit #5 Mississauga, Ontario L4W 5A1 (800) 465-9672 THE COMPANY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE IN NO CASE SHALL THE...