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Sonim H500 User Manual

Sonim H500 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Sonim H500 Hotspot User Guide...

  • Page 2: Getting Started

    Getting Started Using the Sonim H500 Mobile Hotspot, you can access the 5G network for faster applications, uploads, and downloads. Up to 32 Wi‐Fi devices can be connected simultaneously to the Internet. For example, Laptops, Tablets, E‐readers, Gaming consoles, and many more.
  • Page 3 Hotspot Internet Connection You can get the speed you need to work effectively from home or outside the office, you can access the Internet, corporate intranet, email, and downloadattachments. Wi‐Fi 6 • Fast Wi‐Fi Speeds: Dual concurrent Wi‐Fi delivers smooth streaming with 2.4GHz and 5GHz.
  • Page 4 1. Test ports 2. Ethernet port (RJ45) 3. USB Type C 4. Status LED 5. Signal strength 6. Display 7. Connections info 8. Battery indicator 9. Menu 10. Wi‐Fi info 11. Power button 12. Battery under battery cover 13. SIM (SIM under battery) 14.
  • Page 5 How to insert the battery Prior to first use, open the battery door and remove the plastic tab on the battery...
  • Page 6 Step 1 Insert the battery flush into the cavity such that the three metallic contacts on the top of the battery are aligned with the metallic contact point on the H500.
  • Page 7 Position the battery in line with the hotspot's gold contacts and slide it gently into place.
  • Page 8 Step 2 Close the battery cover ensuring that it is fully closed.
  • Page 9 Your Mobile Hotspot may come with a pre‐installed SIM card (depending on your carrier). To replace a SIM card: Power OFF the Sonim H500, remove the battery cover, and take out the battery. To remove a SIM card, gently slide the SIM out of the SIM card tray.
  • Page 10 Caution! Do not bend or scratch your SIM card. Avoid exposing the SIM card to static electricity, water, or dirt. Turning the Mobile Hotspot ON/OFF You need to: • Press and hold the Power button for two seconds to turn it ON.

  • Page 11: Setting Up Wi-Fi Connection

    2. Open the Wi‐Fi application or controls on your laptop or Wi‐Fi‐enabled device that you want to connect to your H500. 3. Find your H500’s Wi‐Fi name (SSID). There are three Wi‐Fi names (SSID) in your H500, enter the password to connect any of the three SSIDs for the Internet access.

  • Page 12: The Home Screen

    Using your Mobile Hotspot The Mobile Hotspot allows you to check the status of your Mobile Hotspot, view your data usage, view Wi‐Fi and connected device details, and much more. The Home Screen The Mobile Hotspot Home Screen provides a quick overview of its status.
  • Page 13 There are three selectable icons, Connections, Wi‐Fi info and Menu, that appear red once selected. Connections This displays the number of connections both primary and guest to the hotspot. Upon selection it is possible to see the names of devices connected as well IP address and MAC address.
  • Page 14 Network A network connection can be enabled or disabled. Data roaming can be enabled or disabled. Messages Messages can be viewed and deleted in this section. Note messages cannot be sent from the hotspot. Data usage Data usage information provides information on the amount of data used during the billing period.
  • Page 15 Airplane mode can be enabled or disabled USB tethering ca be enabled or disabled Language can be selected Screen timeout can be modified Sleep mode for the device can be set up to different time intervals Reset and reboot allows he device to be rest and rebooted Ethernet allows an ethernet connection to be enabled or disabled Software update allows the user to check and make a software update About Hotspot allows users to access the following information...
  • Page 16 You can edit your settings directly on the Mobile Hotspot's screen or through the web user interface. Admin Website Device management 1. On your Wi‐Fi device or laptop that is connected to your H500, type http://192.168.1.1 or http://sonim.mobilehotspot/ in the browser bar. 2. Enter the Username and Password.

  • Page 17: Home Screen

    Advanced settings – advanced device settings (use with caution) Data usage – data usage information Settings – regular device settings About – details about the Sonim Spot H500 Wi‐Fi Settings You can view the basic device Wi‐Fi settings. From the Device Home screen, click Configuration > Wi‐Fi > Set‐...

  • Page 18: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

    Advanced settings: MAC Filter MAC Filter You can define a list of devices and only allow those devices on your Wi‐Fi network using MAC address filtering. From the Home screen, click Configuration > Advanced Settings > MAC Filter. Enable/disable the ability to add devices to your Whitelist or Blacklist settings.

  • Page 19: Port Filter

    Settings > IP Filter. Enable/disable the IP address network packets that need to be filtered. Click Save Changes to make the changes take effect. NOTE: The IP address filtering must be configured in the Firewall before it can be utilized for Blacklisted or Whitelisted devices. Port Filter You can select which programs (for example, HTTP, FTP, and Email servers) can use the Mobile Hotspot to connect to the Internet.

  • Page 20: Port Forwarding

    From the Home screen, click Configuration> Advanced Settings > Firewall. Enable/disable the key firewall settings. Click Save Changes to make the changes take effect. This screen allows you to control key firewall settings. Port Forwarding You can set up (for example, Web servers, FTP servers, e‐mail servers) specialized Internet applications on your networks.

  • Page 21: Software Update

    Click Check for Update to search for software updates. Click Install Now. Follow the prompts to complete the installation process. Admin Settings You can modify/change all the Sonim H500 Mobile Hotspot settings. From the Home screen, click Configuration > Settings > Admin Settings. Modify your Password, if required.
  • Page 22 Device Settings. Enable/disable the ability of the Mobile Hotspot to support tethered devices. Click Save Changes to make the changes take effect. Restore and Restart You can remotely reboot your device or reset it to factory default settings. From the Home screen, click Configuration > Settings > Restore and Restart.
  • Page 23 Wi‐Fi Hotspot USB Options You can check and select the available USB options. When USB cable is plugged in, the USB Options screen will be prompted Select the required Wi‐Fi Hotspot USB options from the list. Click OK and return to the Home page.
  • Page 24 About In the About screen, you can view the Internet Status,Network Name，Technology (5G/4G/3G) and Time Connected information. Messages In the Messages screen, you can view all SMS messages sent to the device MDN from mobile smartphones.

  • Page 25: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications General Name Sonim H500 Hotspot Model H500 Approvals FCC (US) IC (Canada) Weight 308g 4FF removable Dimension 115x100x22.7mm Connectivity 3G/4G/5G Wireless Network Wi‐Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)* (Wi‐Fi mode) *dual concurrent Location services GPS L1 & L5 / NMEA 2000 / GPS over Wi‐Fi...

  • Page 26: Wireless Communication

    Mobile Hotspot device or failure of the Sonim H500 5G Mobile Hotspot device to send or receive such data.

  • Page 27: Safety Hazards

    Safety Hazards Do not operate the Mobile Hotspot in an environment that might be susceptible to radio interference resulting in danger, specifical‐ AREAS WHERE PROHIBITED BY THE LAW Follow any special rules and regulations and obey all signs and notices. Always turn off the host device when instructed or suspect itmight cause interference or danger.
  • Page 28 NEAR MEDICAL AND LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT Do not operate your device in any area where medical equipment, life support equipment, or near any equipment that might be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the host communications device must be turned OFF and the device can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment.
  • Page 29 This device with FCC ID: WYPH500B meets the govern ment’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This H500 is designed and manufactured not to exceedthe emission limits for exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commissioner of the U.S.
  • Page 30 H500 with all reported SAR levels evaluat‐ed as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this model H500 is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of https://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching on http://www.Sonim.us/.
  • Page 31 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni‐ cian for help. Sonim or the manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to the product. Such changes could void the user’s authority to operate the equip‐...
  • Page 32 Canadian IC SAR Warning This device with IC:8090A‐H500B meets the govern ment’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. Radiation Exposure Statement: The product comply with the Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and are safe for intended operation as described in this manual.
  • Page 33 Canadian EMC/RF statement This device complies with Industry Canada license‐exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada RSS exemptes de licence standard(s).
  • Page 34  Charging temperature 0℃~40℃  Operation temperature ‐20℃~+55℃ 2. Battery and charging usage.  Only Sonim BAT‐06000‐01S Battery can be used for H500B/H500V host.  Only use Sonim inbox accessary charger model 1‐ CHUSQ302‐097 and USB cable 3. Battery Disposal...
  • Page 35 4. Battery IEEE1725 safety statement...

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