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ZTE Corporation. The manual is published by ZTE Corporation. We reserve the right to make modifications on print errors or update specifications without prior notice.
We operate a policy of continuous development. We reserve the right to update the technical specifications in this document at any time without prior notice. The ZTE USB Modem is a type of multi-mode, 3G modem, suitable GSM/GPRS/WCDMA/EDGE/HSDPA/HSUPA network. It adopts USB interface which provides an easy interface to laptop and desktop PC.
No dismantling by non-professional and only qualified maintainer can undertake repair work. 1.3 Applicability Scope ZTE USB Modem supports the present mainstream types of laptops and desktop PCs, such as HP, IBM, Toshiba, Lenovo, Dell, Founder, etc. 1.4 System requirements Operating System:...
500MHz Pentium or above Hard Disk 30M or above 128M or above The performance of the modem may be influenced if configuration is under the recommended requirement. 1.5 Functions Functions: SMS service, data service, applied management, data concurrence, support MicroSD card, etc. 1.6Specification Interface Type USB 2.0 high speed...
2 Installation 2.1 Outline and Part Introduction ○ Indicator It indicates your modem status. ○ Memory card slot (MicroSD card) It is where you insert memory card (MicroSD card). ○ Modem cap It helps your modem USB port when it is not used. ○...
After the installation, select the “Start → Programs” and there will be a “ZTE Join Air” program group,which includes “Join Air” and “Uninstall”. There will be a Shortcut icon on the...
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2.3 Hardware Installation 1) Insert the SIM/USIM card into the USB modem To install SIM/USIM card First take down the modem cap, then the USB connector is visible. Pull the plastic socket above the USB connector out. Then insert the SIM/USIM card into the socket, here make sure that metal contact area facing to the modem.
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Insert the plastic socket into the modem. You can hear a click when the SIM/USIM card locks into place. To Remove the SIM/USIM card from the USB modem First take down the modem cap. Pull the plastic socket slightly, and you can hear a click when the SIM/USIM card gets unlocked.
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Take off the SIM/USIM card. 2) Install the microSD card into the USB modem: Install microSD card in the USB modem, if you want to use it. Insert the microSD into the microSD slot from the side of the modem, the following picture indicates the correct inserting direction.
2.4 Run the Application Software After the modem is correctly connected, click the “Start → Programs →ZTE Join Air →Join Air” menu on the laptop or desktop PC to run the application software. Or double click the shortcut icon to run the application software.
PC. 2.6 Software Uninstall Close the application program before the software uninstalls. Click “Start → Programs →ZTE Join Air →Uninstall” menu on And follow the system prompts to the laptop or desktop PC. complete the application software uninstall.
3 Functions & Operation 3.1 Interface introduction 3.1.1 Main Interface The whole interface is divided into four parts. Related functions can be executed by operation in the related areas. 1. System information area: Show the system status and different kinds of tips. Icon Explanations The icon indicates the network signal intensity.
Connect: Connect to the Internet. 4. Main menu button area: button Click on the drop-down , and select the following menu: Log: The records of software operation. Diagnostics: Show you the hardware information, operational information and network settings. Help: Enter the USB modem software help. 3.1.2 Description of Mini Icons When click the mini button, the software will minimize as an icon on the system taskbar.
Help: Enter the USB modem software help. Exit: Close the software and stop the modem from working. 3.2 Connecting Internet You can browse web pages after you have accessed to Internet with the help of modem, you can also receive SMS when surfing in the Internet.
drafts can only be saved in computer, not SIM/USIM. 3.3.1 Read SMS Click the “Inbox” button on the main interface, and click a message to read this SMS. When you receive a new SMS, the system will pop-up prompt dialog box. 3.3.2 Create new message Click “New”...
3.3.3 The SMS box Operating Guide Enter any of the Inbox / Sentbox / Draftbox to execute the following functions: Reply: Reply short message to the sender (which is only available in the Inbox). Forward: Send the short message to other recipients (which is only available in the Inbox).
Connection settings, Network Selection settings, Preference Network settings, SMS Settings, Sound settings and Security settings. Note: all the necessary settings have been correctly saved in your USB modem by ZTE. There is no need to change these default settings.
3.5.1 Connection To ensure that the modem can connect the Internet properly, you should configure the connection information first. 1. Button description Add: Add new configuration files. Delete: Delete the selected configuration files. Edit: Edit the selected configuration files. 2. Config File Select “Add”...
research the network. Wait a minute, the supplier list will show in the windows and which with the available status can be selected. Select the network which the supplier is utilized to serve your SIM and press “Apply” to confirm. 3.5.3 Preference Automatic: The system will select the available network automatically.
3.5.5 Sound You can set “Network connect alert, Network disconnect alert and SMS alert” by yourself. These alerts will sound on the PC side. The audio file supports MP3、 WAV、 WMA and MIDI format. If you select “Mute”, you cannot hear corresponding alert. 3.5.6 Security Settings When “Enable”...
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topic, you can get the useful information about function of the software, etc. Health and safety information Radio Frequency (RF) Energy This model phone meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
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lThis device has been tested and found to comply with the 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
4 FAQ & Answers When you meet the following problems in service, please refer to the following answers to solve it. If the problems still exist, please contact with your suppliers. Problem Possible Causes Problem Solving Description The system can The system The device will not run the...
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Problem Possible Causes Problem Solving Description After restarting 1. You are in the 1. Change location the computer, place where there to find a good there is no signal is no GSM/ GPRS where having indicated. /EDGE /WCDMA signal. /HSDPA network coverage.
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Problem Possible Causes Problem Solving Description When the Device 1. The installation 1. Run the is being installed, programs of the installation program the computer MODEM device first then connect cannot find it. have not been the device. Now installed properly. install the drivers as normal in Windows.
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Problem Possible Causes Problem Solving Description 2. The network is 2. Try later. busy. 3. The APN in the 3. Check the APN user configuration in the user file is incorrect. configuration file in the "Network settings". 4. The device data 4.
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Problem Possible Causes Problem Solving Description 3. Your operating 3. Use the system maybe professional infected by a virus. anti-virus software Worm Blaster for to check and example can affect remove the virus. upload and downloaded data flow, resulting in an inability to access a website.
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