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Summary of Contents for Monet Broadband PC5220
- Page 1 User Guide It’s Fast. It’s Mobile. High-Speed Wireless Internet for the PC5220 Wireless PC Card Modem Contact Monet Mobile Networks for Customer Support at 1 866 AT MONET (1-866-286-6638) or support@monetmobile.com Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
What is the Mobile Connection Manager? Caring for your PC5220 What is CDMA? The Basics II. Installing the Mobile Connection Manager and PC5220 on Your Laptop PC Installation Precautions Uninstalling the software System Requirements Installing the Mobile Connection Manager Software... - Page 3 V. Understanding Alert Windows Call Dropped Alert Software Mismatch Alert Power On Card Alert Connection in Progress Alert Reset Call Log Information VI. Networking and Dial-up Connections Windows Networking VII. Frequently Asked Questions VIII. Regulatory Information and Safety and Hazards IX.
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Page 4: Welcome To The Mobile Connection Manager
You must load the Mobile Connection Manager software located on the CD-ROM that was included in your kit before you insert the PC5220 into your Laptop PC. This initial setup process just takes a few minutes and you’ll soon be on your way to wireless freedom. -
Page 5: About Your Monet Broadband Wireless Pc Card Modem (Pc5220)
About your Monet Broadband Wireless PC Card Modem, Model PC5220 The PC5220 is a wireless PC Card modem designed to fit into a Type II PC Card slot available on most laptop PCs. This uniquely designed card allows you to connect to the Internet, send and receive email efficiently, connect to your company’s network, and maximize productivity when... -
Page 6: What Is The Mobile Connection Manager
When not in use, fold the antenna down and store in a compartment where the card can be protected from being crushed or broken. Do not apply adhesive labels to the PC5220. This may cause the card to jam inside the PC Card slot of your laptop PC. -
Page 7: The Basics
For more information on CDMA, visit the CDMA Development Group website: The Basics Before you can begin using the PC5220 you will need to load the software on your Laptop PC and configure the PC5220. Here is a brief overview of the steps outlined in the next section: Install the Mobile Connection Manager software, located on the Installation CD Insert the PC5220 and Install the drivers into your Laptop’s PC Card slot... -
Page 8: Installing The Mobile Connection Manager And Pc5220 On Your Laptop Pc
WARNING: DO NOT insert the PC5220 before you install the Mobile Connection Manager software onto your Laptop 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 9: System Requirements
Mobile Connection Manager. Installing the Mobile Connection Manager Software The installation CD-ROM that was included in the PC5220 kit is equipped with the Mobile Connection Manager software. This software is required for installation and is essential for optimum performance of your PC5220. - Page 10 WINDOWS 2000 AND XP ONLY: A “Digital Signature Not Found” window may appear. Please disregard the notice and click Yes or Continue Anyway to proceed with installation. WINDOWS 98 ONLY: Allow your computer to fully reboot before proceeding with the insertion of the PC5220 PC Card and drivers.
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Page 11: Connecting The Pc5220 And Drivers To Your Laptop Pc
1. Insert the PC5220 into your laptop PC’s PC Card Slot with the label facing up. Then, raise the antenna so that it is fully extended and pointed up at a 90° angle. Use in any other configuration may exceed FCC RF Exposure Limits. -
Page 12: Account Activation
PC. This is normal. It is an audible notification from your laptop PC communicating that it recognizes new hardware. 2. Once you have properly inserted the PC5220 into your laptop PC’s Type II PC Card slot and activated the card, the Mobile Connection Manager will notify that it is ready to... -
Page 13: Power On/Off The Pc5220
Note: If you have not activated your PC5220, an Activation Alert Notification will be displayed once you click the Connect button explaining that you must activate your card in order to establish a session. Note: "No Service" message is displayed when the PC5220 cannot locate the network. - Page 14 Once the "Safe to Remove Hardware" message appears, click OK. 7.You may now remove the PC5220 from your laptop. When removing the PC5220, always grip it by the sides of the card rather than from the top. Pulling on the antenna over time may...
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Page 15: Using The Mobile Connection Manager My Mobile Connection Manager
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). Full Mode: Understanding The Indicator Area and Icons Depending on the PC5220’s operating mode, different indicators will be displayed. -
Page 16: Signal Strength Indicator
The signal strength is too weak A network problem is preventing the PC5220 from obtaining service The Mobile Connection Manager is not turned on or the PC5220 has not been inserted The antenna is not raised to a 90° angle 2. -
Page 17: Roaming Status
3. 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
7. Service Status Dialog Box The Service Status Dialog Box explains the current status of your PC5220. Service Status Dialog Please insert Card No card is detected Card is Off PC Card is powered off Ready Service is available No Service... -
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. 1. 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: General About 1.1 Settings: General Tab... -
Page 20: Settings: About Tab
1 . 2 : S e t t i n g s : Ab o u t T a b The About Tab provides useful information about the your device and provides direct access to a digital Help file. See Settings, Help (Page 17) 2. -
Page 21: System Tray Shortcut
4. 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 22: System Tray Menu
Off- When the icon appears power to the card is off No card is detected 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... -
Page 23: Understanding Alert Windows
"Do not show this Alert in the future". Power On Card Alert If the PC5220 has been "Powered Off", an attempt to connect by clicking the Connect or Settings buttons will cause this alert to appear. Click Yes to close the alert window and card power on the PC5220 automatically. -
Page 24: Connection In Progress Alert
“Exit” or “Power Off” from the System Tray shortcut menu prior to terminating your connection. When a connection is in progress, you cannot exit or power off the PC5220 without first terminating the connection by clicking the Disconnect button from the Full Mode view or shortcut menu from the System Tray icon. -
Page 25: Networking And Dial-Up Connections
My PC5220 becomes noticeably hot after using it for a while, is this normal? Like all PC Cards, the PC5220 generates heat in its normal operation and is also heated by the host computer. For this reason it is recommended that you allow PC5220 to cool down after extensive operation so that it may become cool to the touch before you remove it from your laptop PC. - Page 26 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. Uninstalling the Mobile Connection Manager software: Windows XP 1. Go to: Start>Control Panel>Add/Remove Programs 2.
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Page 27: Regulatory Information And Safety And Hazards
VIII. Regulatory Information and Safety This Section outlines important regulatory notices concerning your new PC Card. A. 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 28 Aircraft Do not operate the PC Card- Model PC5220 in any aircraft whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the PC Card- Model PC5220 MUST BE POWERED OFF. When operating it can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems.
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Page 29: Licensing Agreement
1. LICENSE TO USE. AirPrime, Inc. (“AirPrime”) hereby grants to you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use Mobile Connection Manager for the PC5220, which includes installation tools, documentation and other materials related to such software, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. - Page 30 You acknowledge and agree that you have no rights to any upgrades, modifications, enhancements or revisions that AirPrime may make to Mobile Connection Manager. AirPrime has no obligation to provide any support of any sort. 7. NO LIABILITY. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE RESULTS AND PERFORMANCE OF THIS APPLICATION IS ASSUMED BY YOU.
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