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  • Page 1 UM175 Wireless USB Modem User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING UM175...........3 ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL............4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ..............4 WHAT’S INSIDE THE PRODUCT PACKAGE ........4 INTRODUCTION TO ALLTEL UM175 WIRELESS USB MODEM..5 PRODUCT FEATURES................6 PRODUCT HANDLING ..............7 CONFIGURATION ................7 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ..........9 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (WIN)......11...
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 6 REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION....51 REGULATORY NOTICES ..............52 OPERATING CONDITIONS .............52 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ............53 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..............54 CHAPTER 7 APPENDIX ..............57 GLOSSARY ..................58 SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR)..........61 SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE........63 U.S.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ........65...

  • Page 4: Before Using Um175

    CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING UM175 ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW WHAT’S INSIDE THE PRODUCT PACKAGE INTRODUCTION TO WIRELESS UM175 USB MODEM PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT HANDLING CONFIGURATION...

  • Page 5: About This User Manual

    MANUAL ■ ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL You will find all the information you need to install and use the UM175 in this user manual. Before using the UM175, you must properly install the QLM by closely following the installation instructions.

  • Page 6: Introduction To Alltel Um175 Wireless Usb Modem

    UM175 USB MODEM ■ INTRODUCTION TO ALLTEL UM175 WIRELESS USB MODEM The Alltel UM175 is designed for your laptop or desktop computer’s USB port, which is available in most models. The UM175 can be used to access the Internet, your company’s intranet, or you can use it to send and receive email.

  • Page 7: Product Features

    BEFORE USING UM175 PRODUCT FEATURES ■ PRODUCT FEATURES • Power management: The UM175 utilizes power management and system overhead reduction functions provided by the USB interface for maximum power savings. • Antenna design: Efficient, innovative internal antenna design optimizes data transfer rate and sensitivity to network signals.

  • Page 8: Product Handling

    USB port. 2 The UM175 USB device should easily slide into the USB port. Do not force the UM175 into the USB port as it may cause damage to the modem and/or the port. 3 Keep the UM175 in a dry and clean place.
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  • Page 10: Installation And Setup

    CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP WIZARD...
  • Page 11 GETTING STARTED (WIN) Follow these steps to install QuickLink Mobile: 1 Turn on your computer and close all applications. 2 Insert the UM175 into the USB port. 3 If set up does not automatically start: a. Click the Start Button b.

  • Page 12: The Quicklink Mobile Setup Program (Win)

    THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP PROGRAM (WIN) ■ THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (WIN) STEP 1: Click the QuickLink Mobile setup program. A “Welcome” Screen appears. Click the “Next” button to continue with the installation process. STEP 2: After the Welcome screen you will see the QuickLink Mobile License Agreement.
  • Page 13 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP PROGRAM (WIN) STEP 3: You are now ready to select the location on your computer where the QuickLink Mobile should be installed. It is recommended that you do not modify the default destination folder. Click the “Next” button to continue. STEP 4: During this step the components of QuickLink Mobile are being installed onto your computer.

  • Page 14: The Quicklink Mobile Setup Program (Mac)

    THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP PROGRAM (MAC) STEP 5: Installation is now complete. Click the “Finish” button to leave the QuickLink Mobile setup program and to begin using your new software. The setup program will automatically create an Access shortcut on your desktop.
  • Page 15 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP PROGRAM (MAC) STEP 2: A “Welcome” screen appears. Click the “Continue” button. STEP 3: Read the “Read Me” screen and continue installing the software. You may “Print” or “Save” the “Read Me” file for future reference.
  • Page 16 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP PROGRAM (MAC) STEP 4: After the “Read Me” screen, you will see the QuickLink Mobile License Agreement. Carefully read the license agreement and press “Continue” to install the QuickLink Mobile setup program. In order to install and use this product you must agree with the terms of this agreement.
  • Page 17 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP PROGRAM (MAC) STEP 5: You are now ready to select the location on your computer where the QuickLink Mobile should be installed. STEP 6: During this step the components of QuickLink Mobile are being installed onto your computer. Installation will occur to the destination folder specified in Step 5 above.
  • Page 18 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP PROGRAM (MAC) STEP 7: When your computer is running installer script, do not turn your computer off. If you want to create an access shortcut on your desktop, press “Yes”.

  • Page 19: The Quicklink Mobile Setup Wizard

    The steps in the Setup Wizard are critical to the proper operation of QuickLink Mobile when using the UM175 to connect to the Internet. STEP 1: To start QuickLink Mobile click the Start button, select the Programs menu and choose the Access menu item.
  • Page 20 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP WIZARD If you have an Internet connection, it is recommended that you check to see if you are running the latest version of QuickLink Mobile. Click the “Check for Updates” button to perform this check. Click the “Next”...
  • Page 21 THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INSTALLATION AND SETUP SETUP WIZARD STEP 4: The detection and configuration process for your wireless device is now complete. Click “Finish” when complete. Please familiarize yourself with the information in the “Using QuickLink Mobile” and “Connecting to the Internet” sections of this guide.

  • Page 22: Using Quicklink Mobile

    CHAPTER 3 USING QUICKLINK MOBILE FEATURES GETTING STARTED CONNECTING USING DIAL UP CONNECTIONS...

  • Page 23: Features

    USING QUICKLINK MOBILE FEATURES Today’s online world offers more services everyday and Alltel 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 computer! ■...

  • Page 24: Getting Started

    USING QUICKLINK MOBILE GETTING STARTED • See the section “Additional Features” for more information about the features of QuickLink Mobile. ■ GETTING STARTED Double click on the QuickLink Mobile icon on your desktop or click on the Windows Start menu and select QuickLink Mobile from the list of Programs.

  • Page 25: Connecting

    If your expected connection does not appear or if you connected your wireless phone and cable, or inserted your UM175 after starting QuickLink Mobile, select “Refresh Networks” from the “Tools” menu. This will cause QuickLink Mobile to look for your wireless device(s) and verify network availability.
  • Page 26 USING QUICKLINK MOBILE CONNECTING NOTE: If you are using a WWAN (1xEV-DO/1xRTT/CDMA) device that supports the Alltel Wireless Dial-Up-Data service and you made wireless copies of your dial-up accounts, they will also appear. See the section “Creating Wireless Copies of your Dial-Up Connections”. Optionally you can have all dial-up connections appear in QuickLink Mobile and use it to launch any dial-up networking connection.
  • Page 27 USING QUICKLINK MOBILE CONNECTING NOTE: Always use QuickLink Mobile when connecting via the Alltel Wireless Internet connection. At any time during your connection you can check your current connection speed and throughput stats in the Statistics tab of the Session Information window. To see this window, select “Statistics”...

  • Page 28: Using Dial Up Connections

    USING DIAL UP USING QUICKLINK MOBILE CONNECTIONS ■ USING DIAL UP CONNECTIONS This section is only applicable if you are using a WWAN Device that supports Dial-Up connections. You can make wireless copies of existing dial up accounts on your system. This will wirelessly enable them and allow you to connect to them wirelessly.
  • Page 29 USING DIAL UP USING QUICKLINK MOBILE CONNECTIONS connection may connect faster. If you have trouble with the “(Wireless Optimized)” connection, you can delete it from your dial-up networking folder and use the “(Wireless)” connection. TO DELETE CONNECTIONS: Windows XP and Vista users can access Dial-Up Networking from QuickLink Mobile by selecting “Tools,”...

  • Page 30: Quicklink Mobile Preferences

    CHAPTER 4 QUICKLINK MOBILE PREFERENCES GENERAL PREFERENCES WWAN SPECIFIC SETTINGS ADDITIONAL FEATURES...

  • Page 31: General Preferences

    PREFERENCES GENERAL PREFERENCES ■ GENERAL PREFERENCES OPTIONS TAB Click on “Options”, then “Preferences”. WINDOWS Minimize application into tray: When you minimize the application it will now show in the Windows task bar. To restore the application click on the QuickLink Mobile tray icon, and select “Show Application”.
  • Page 32 PREFERENCES GENERAL PREFERENCES UPDATES TAB WINDOWS 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 if using Alltel Wireless Internet. 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 33: Wwan Specific Settings

    WWAN SPECIFIC PREFERENCES SETTINGS ■ WWAN SPECIFIC SETTINGS WWAN PREFERENCES Click on “Options”, then “Preferences”. WWAN OPTIONS Set Options . . . : This is used to set various WWAN connection settings. See below. Automatically Connect: If desired, you can select to have QuickLink Mobile automatically connect to Alltel Wireless Internet at application startup.
  • Page 34 WWAN SPECIFIC PREFERENCES SETTINGS Do not prompt for user name and password: If you are only using the Alltel Wireless Internet connection, this setting has no effect. If you created Wireless connections to dial into other networks or have existing connections you are going to launch using QuickLink Mobile, checking this option will skip the screen that normally asks for your user name and password.
  • Page 35 WWAN SPECIFIC PREFERENCES SETTINGS Open my browser to my default home page: With this option selected, when you connect to a WWAN network (Alltel Wireless Internet), QuickLink Mobile will automatically launch your default web browser and load your home page. Open my browser to this URL: With this option selected, when you connect to a WWAN network (Alltel Wireless Internet), QuickLink Mobile will automatically launch your...
  • Page 36 WWAN SPECIFIC PREFERENCES SETTINGS VPN TAB The following options exist on the VPN tab (Options > Preferences > WWAN tab > Set Options. . . > VPN tab) : WINDOWS VPN Client: QuickLink Mobile automatically detects if certain ® ® ®...

  • Page 37: Additional Features

    PREFERENCES ADDITIONAL FEATURES ■ ADDITIONAL FEATURES In addition to the basic features mentioned in previous sections, QuickLink Mobile also 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 the QuickLink Mobile interface. This status bar is always visible when the interface is fully expanded.
  • Page 38 PREFERENCES ADDITIONAL FEATURES NDIS is enabled and connected NDIS is enabled but disconnected (No NDIS image) NDIS is disabled. NOTE: NDIS is only available in Windows OS. THROUGHPUT The amount of data that you have sent and received since the current network connection was initiated can be seen by holding the mouse over the green up and down arrows on the left side of the status bar.
  • Page 39 PREFERENCES ADDITIONAL FEATURES 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. Note that this does not work while NDIS is enabled. The information displayed in the Usage log can be customized using the controls that appear just below the list.
  • Page 40 PREFERENCES ADDITIONAL FEATURES the event any troubleshooting of the connection is required. You can view key statistics including bandwidth and your IP address information, release your IP address, and renew your IP address. If you selected to detect and install a WWAN device during installation, there will be a Statistics tab that will show data speeds during a session when using the WWAN device.
  • Page 41 QuickLink Mobile to use a new mobile handset or Wireless Internet Card. Activation: Programs the phone number, MIN, and SID to the UM175. Alltel Wireless Internet Setup: Please contact the service provider for details. THE OPTIONS MENU Control Panels: From this menu you have access to your systems “Modem”, “Network and Dial-Up Connections”,...
  • Page 42 Displays a variety of help options available to you. Click this button to find assistance with a problem, to explore the full range of Alltel Wireless services, or to contact Alltel Wireless. Contents: Launches this help file. You can also access this help file from your UM175.
  • Page 43 PREFERENCES ADDITIONAL FEATURES Check for Updates: Can be used with any connection to the Internet to check for software updates for QuickLink Mobile. Note: If downloading an update wirelessly, normal usage charges apply. Alltel Home Page: Takes you to the Alltel Wireless home page that contains information about wireless devices, useful tips and hardware manuals.

  • Page 44: Chapter 5 Installing Um175

    CHAPTER 5 INSTALLING UM175 PRECAUTIONS RECOMMENDED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS INSTALLING SOFTWARE UNPLUGGING OR EJECTING THE DEVICE USB MODEM EXTENSION CABLE...

  • Page 45: Precautions

    Connection • Type A USB port • Processor 166MHz or faster • Memory 32 MB Disk space • 130 MB * The UM175 is useful for Pocket PCs that include a USB port. SMS and voice service is not supported.

  • Page 46: Installing Software

    INSTALLING SOFTWARE ■ INSTALLING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION • If you install QuickLink Mobile, it will install the USB Driver for the UM175. Follow the instructions from the QuickLink Mobile for installation. WARNINGS! • Make sure to complete the unplugging/ejection process BEFORE removing the UM175. If you remove the device improperly, the product may be damaged.

  • Page 47: Unplugging Or Ejecting The Device

    INSTALLING UM175 EJECTING THE DEVICE • It is normal to hear a short beep sound each time you insert or remove the UM175. It is an audible notification that your laptop or desktop computer recognizes the new hardware. ■ UNPLUGGING OR EJECTING THE DEVICE Make sure to complete the unplug/eject process on your computer BEFORE removing the UM175 from your PC.
  • Page 48 INSTALLING UM175 When you press the Unplug/Eject icon in the system tray, the pop-up window will appear. Click the [Stop] button. Now, you can remove the UM175 from your PC. • MACINTOSH When disconnecting the UM175 from the computer, close all windows and quit all running applications that are stored on the device and drag the device’s icon into the trash...

  • Page 49: Usb Modem Extension Cable

    [B] The USB modem extension cable connector labeled #1, is the primary data power cable used to either extend the UM175 modem away from your computer allowing you to locate the modem in a more optimum signal location or solve any computer USB port clearance issues.
  • Page 50 USB MODEM EXTENSION INSTALLING UM175 CABLE 3 The device is connected to and powered by the computer as soon as the USB cable is plugged properly into the appropriate Type A USB port(s). 4 Launch the QuickLink Mobile and click “Connect”.
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  • Page 52: Regulatory And Safety Information

    CHAPTER 6 REGULATORY SAFETY INFORMATION REGULATORY NOTICES OPERATING CONDITIONS WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...

  • Page 53: Regulatory Notices

    REGULATORY NOTICES INFORMATIONS ■ REGULATORY NOTICES UM175 complies with Parts 15, 22, and 24 of the FCC rules. It has been tested with a 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 54: Warnings And Cautions

    REGULATORY AND SAFETY WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS INFORMATIONS ■ WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 1 Modifying or changing this USB device without express authorization can nullify compliance with RF exposure guidelines. 2 This USB device has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15, 22, and 24 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 55: Safety Precautions

    REGULATORY AND SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INFORMATIONS 5 If you have purchased this product under a United States Government contract, it shall be subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (C)(1)(ii) of Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulations (DFARs) Section 252.227-7013 for Department of Defense contracts, and as set forth in Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FARs) Section 52.227-19 for civilian agency contracts or any successor regulations.
  • Page 56 REGULATORY AND SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INFORMATIONS with this equipment. 3 Do not use this USB device in any aircraft whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. Make sure to turn off this USB device in aircraft. If used in an aircraft, it can transmit signals that could interfere with various aircraft systems.
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  • Page 58: Chapter 7 Appendix

    CHAPTER 7 APPENDIX GLOSSARY SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR) SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE U.S.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT...

  • Page 59: Glossary

    APPENDIX GLOSSARY ■ GLOSSARY Analog Coverage An area where analog service is available. Analog phones usually indicate signal strength on an indicator in the phone’s display when receiving an analog signal. Browser The software that allows you to view the Internet; contains navigator commands such as forward and back;...
  • Page 60 APPENDIX GLOSSARY Internet A cooperatively run, globally distributed collection of computer networks that exchange information via a common set of rules for exchanging data (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol or TCP/IP). Intranet An intranet is a web site created by a business, which posts its own company information in a secure part of the Internet that only employees or other authorized users can reach.
  • Page 61 APPENDIX GLOSSARY POP3 e-mail Protocol used by ISP’s mail servers to manage e-mail for subscribers. E-mail clients such as Microsoft Outlook support POP3. Proxy Settings A specific I.P. address that allows access to a secured enterprise network. The proxy settings provide directions to a computer so that it can locate an address and access information and services, which exist at that location.

  • Page 62: Specific Absorption Rates (Sar)

    SPECIFIC ABSORPTION APPENDIX RATES (SAR) ■ SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR) Maximum: SAR 1.19 W/kg CDMA835 Body SAR 0.854 W/kg PCS1900 Body THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
  • Page 63 SPECIFIC ABSORPTION APPENDIX RATES (SAR) limit established by the government adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and locations (e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model. The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested for use when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 1.19 W/Kg.

  • Page 64: Safety Information For Rf Exposure

    SAFETY INFORMATION APPENDIX FOR RF EXPOSURE ■ SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE BODY WORN OPERATION This device was tested in multiple notebook computer configurations with USB port configurations for typical near-body operations with the back of the USB Modem kept 20mm from the body. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure requirements, it can be used in notebook computers with substantially similar physical dimensions, construction, electrical and RF characteristics, and that...
  • Page 65 SAFETY INFORMATION APPENDIX FOR RF EXPOSURE EXPOSURE TO RF ENERGY Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Do not move the antenna close to, or couching any exposed part of the body when making a call.

  • Page 66: U.s.federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    RADIO FREQUENCY APPENDIX INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ■ U.S.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT INFORMATION TO THE USER NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 67 RADIO FREQUENCY APPENDIX INTERFERENCE STATEMENT FCC ID: PP4PX-700 Warning: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

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