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ZTE MF605
Wireless Modem
User Manual
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  • Page 1 ZTE MF605 Wireless Modem User Manual...
  • Page 2 Introduction Thank you for choosing the ZTE MF605 Wireless Modem. To get the most from your modem and to keep it in the best condition please read this manual carefully. The pictures, symbols and contents in this manual are for reference only.
  • Page 3 Glossary AC: Alternating Current APN: Access Point Name BATT: Rechargeable battery CID: Caller Identification DC: Direct Current DNS: Domain Name System (or Service or Server) EDGE: Enhanced Data GSM Evolution Ethernet: A frame-based computer networking technology for local area networks (LANs) GSM: Global System for Mobile Communications GPRS: General Packet Radio Service HSDPA: High Speed Downlink Packet Access...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 General Information ............ 6 1.1 Safety Precautions ..............6 1.2 Cleaning and Maintaining ............7 1.3 Limited Warranty ............... 7 1.4 Limitation of Liability ..............8 1.5 Emergency Dialing ..............8 2 Installation ..............9 2.1 Parts Supplied ................9 2.2 Modem Appearance ..............
  • Page 5: Troubleshooting

    4 Internet Access ............18 4.1 Connecting to the Internet ............18 4.2 Changing Settings ..............18 4.3 System Information Pages............19 4.4 The Network Connect Page............ 22 4.5 The Network Select Page ............22 4.6 The Band Settings Page............23 4.7 The APN Settings Page ............
  • Page 6: General Information

    Please use original accessories or accessories that are authorized by ZTE. Unauthorized accessories may affect the modem performance, damage the modem or cause danger to yourself.
  • Page 7: Cleaning And Maintaining

    (c) End User’s mishandling, misuse, negligence, or improper installation, disassemble, storage, servicing or operation of the Product. (d) Modifications or repairs not made by ZTE or a ZTE-certified individual. (e) Power failures, surges, fire, flood, accident, actions of third parties or other events outside ZTE’s reasonable control.
  • Page 8: Limitation Of Liability

    / end user. 1.4 Limitation of Liability ZTE shall not be liable for any loss of profits or indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from or arising out of or in connection with using of this product, whether or not ZTE had been...
  • Page 9: Installation

    2 Installation 2.1 Parts Supplied Parts Quantity Wireless Modem Rechargeable battery (Ni-MH) External power adapter Antenna User manual Certificate of quality Ethernet cable (Crossover style) 2.2 Modem Appearance Top View Left View Bottom View 3 4 5 6 Rear View of Modem 1.
  • Page 10: Led Indicator Function

    2.3 LED Indicator Function Indicator State Description External power supply is connected. 1. PWR (power) External power supply is disconnected. Unit is on and running on battery. Blinking Low voltage alert. 2. BATT(battery) Unit is running on external power supply. The phone is off hook.
  • Page 11: Installation

    2.4 Installation a) Connect the Antenna Hold the antenna and rotate the screw cap gently in a clockwise direction. Do not rotate the antenna directly. Antenna Screw cap Antenna Installation Note: Do not put anything on the top of modem or antenna. b) Insert the (U)SIM Card Please make sure the power is off before inserting your (U)SIM card Handle the (U)SIM card by the edges only to avoid damage to the card.
  • Page 12 ii) Push the (U)SIM card holder towards the right (as shown) to unlock, and then lift the (U)SIM card holder upwards. Open the Holder iii) Slide the (U)SIM card into the (U)SIM card slot. Make sure that the gold contacts of the card are facing downwards and that the beveled corner matches with the (U)SIM card slot.
  • Page 13 v) Close and secure the back cover. Close the Cover Note: The (U)SIM card provided can only be used specifically for this modem and not in other mobile devices. c) Install the battery i) Open the battery cover and remove it. Open the Cover...
  • Page 14 ii) Insert the battery plug into the socket inside the battery compartment Connect the battery plug iii) Insert the battery Insert the Battery iv) Close and secure the back cover. Close the Cover...
  • Page 15: Enter Your Pin Number To Activate The (U)Sim Card

    d) Plug your telephone into the PHONE interface e) Connect your PC to the LAN interface using the Ethernet cable (RJ45) supplied. f) Plug the power adaptor into a standard power outlet and insert the plug into the modem power socket. g) Turn on your modem and power up your PC 2.5 Enter your PIN number to activate the (U)SIM Card Switch on your PC and launch Internet Explorer.
  • Page 16: Power Supply And Battery Back-Up

    2.6 Power Supply and Battery back-up For normal operation connect the modem to the external power adapter. In case of power failure or when there is no available external power supply the modem will run on the rechargeable battery. The battery is automatically charged when external power supply is connected.
  • Page 17: Voice Calls

    3 Voice Calls 3.1 Making a Call Before making a call, make sure: a) The PWR or BATT light is on. b) The RSSI light is on. c) The telephone cable (RJ11) is connected properly. d) The PHONE light comes on when you pick up the handset e) The (U)SIM card is installed and the PIN number has been entered.
  • Page 18: Internet Access

    4 Internet Access The modem does not require any drivers, and it supports all operating systems with Ethernet LAN capability, such as Microsoft Vista, Windows 98, 2000, ME, XP, and MAC OS X. 4.1 Connecting to the Internet Before using the data service, make sure: The PWR or BATT light is on.
  • Page 19: System Information

    4.3 System Information Pages Open a web browser and enter “ http://192.168.0.1” in the address bar. You can add this address to your favorites and save it as the Modem Home Page. System Info Page Press the Refresh to update the system information.
  • Page 20 Depending on the state of your (U)SIM card, there are three option pages as shown: 1. No (U)SIM card inserted Please check and re-insert the (U)SIM card supplied by Telstra. 2. Please enter your PIN number Enter the PIN number supplied by Telstra and Press Submit to confirm.
  • Page 21 3. If you have entered you PIN number incorrectly three times you will need to get the PUK code from Telstra PUK: Enter the PUK code. New PIN: Enter a new PIN code of your choice Re-type New PIN: Enter the new PIN code again. Press Submit button to confirm your choice.
  • Page 22: The Network Connect Page

    4.4 The Network Connect Page Auto Connecting: Default, unit will auto connect to the Internet. Manual Connecting: Connecting/Disconnect Internet by yourself. Press Submit button to confirm your choice. 4.5 The Network Select Page WCDMA Preferred: Default and recommended Unit will search valid network according to the priority: WCDMA->GSM.
  • Page 23: The Band Settings Page

    4.6 The Band Settings Page Band Settings Auto: Default, unit will select the Frequency band automatically. 3G 850 Only and 2G 900/1800: The unit is limited to 3G 850MHz or 2G 900/1800MHz only. 3G 2100 Only and 2G 900/1800: The unit is limited to 3G 2100MHz or 2G 900/1800MHz only.
  • Page 24: The Apn Settings Page

    4.7 The APN Settings Page APN Settings Network Authentication: CHAP (default), or PAP. Leave the username and password blank or consult Telstra for more details. APN: There is no need to change the Manual APN (Default). This is set by Telstra and should not be changed. The Dial No is “*99#”. The APN is “Telstra.internet”.
  • Page 25: The Reset Page

    4.8 The Reset Page Press Restore Default Config to restore the factory settings. 4.9 Help Click “Help” to display the modem user guide. 4.10 Disconnecting from the Internet If you want to end your Internet session, you should: Select “Disconnect Internet” on Network Connect page and click “Submit”...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    5 Troubleshooting 1) Make sure the modem is set up and all the cables are connected correctly. 2) Check the RSSI, DATA/PHONE and PWR/BATT LED’s are lit and NOT in a blinking state or off. 5.1 Voice Related Problems Possible Problems/ Symptoms Solutions Please wait for 1~2...
  • Page 27 Possible Problems/ Symptoms Solutions The line is noisy/ Remove any electrical distorted when I lift the appliance which is too phone off the hook. close to the phone or modem. The cable or phone set might be faulty. Put the phone on hook and try again.
  • Page 28 5.2 Internet Related Problems Possible Problems/ Symptoms Solutions Please check your configuration settings. Please wait 1~ 2 minutes I cannot access the for the modem to internet at all. initialize. Check your service indicator LED’s. The speed is dependent The download or upload on signal strength.
  • Page 29: Appendix

    6 Appendix Technical Parameters Network & Frequency Band: GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900/1800/1900MHz HSDPA/UMTS 850/2100MHz LED Display: a. Power Indicator b. Rechargeable Battery Indicator c. Phone Indicator d. DATA Indicator e. RSSI Signal Strength Indicator External Interface: a. External Power Socket b. Antenna Connector (ANT) c.
  • Page 30 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.

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