Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PC-5220 Audiovox
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Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 Welcome to the Mobile Connection Manager 3 About this Guide 3 Checklist 3 About your PC5220 Wireless PC Card Modem 3 What is the Mobile Connection Manager? 4 Caring for you.
2 CHAPTER 5 Un derstanding Alert Windows 25 Call Dropped Alert 25 Card Eject Alert 25 Conne ction in Progress Alert 25 Power On Card Alert 25 Reset Call Log Information 26 Software Mismatch Alert 26 T.
3 CHAPTER 1 Welcome to the Mobile Connection Manager Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Verizon Wireless PC5220 PC Card! The PC5220 is a 3G CDMA2000 1XEV - DO product that enables you to communicate wirelessly from your laptop at high speeds.
4 Power Management Designed to take advantage of the power management and system overhead benefits offered by the standard 32 - bit CardBus electrical interface that minimizes power consumption. Unique Antenna Design The PC5220 includes an innovative antenna design that optimizes data rate transfer speeds and sensitivity.
5 laptop, advises you on network availability, displays the time of your session and amount of data being transferred and receiv ed, and when your connection becomes dormant. Other features allow you to customize your settings, review your connection history, and access a digital help file.
6 The Basics Before you can begin using the PC5220 you will need to load the software on your notebook PC and configure the PC5220. Here is a brief overview of the steps outlined in the next section: .
7 CHAPTER 2 Installing the Mobile Connection Manager and PC5220 on Your Notebook PC Installation Precautions WARNING : DO NOT insert the PC5220 before you install the Mobile Connection Manager software onto your notebook PC.
8 System Requirements Before you begin the installation process, check that your notebook PC supports the following system requirements. 1. Your PC5220 functions in notebook PCs with these Windows ® .
9 4. Please read the Licensing Agreement carefully and click Yes to agree to the terms. 5. Click Next to install t he software in the default folder. You may choose to install a different folder by clicking the Browse button.
10 12. The Mobile Wireless Connection Manag er will launch. Do not insert the PC5220 until you have followed the instructions for driver installation and proper insertion of the PC5220.
11 2. Once you have inserted the card properly, your Windows operating system will notify you that new hardware has been detected. NOTE: Windows XP only: The Hardware Detection Wizard will launch upon insertion of the PC5220. Follow the on screen instructions.
12 Establishing a Connection 1. Once you have properly inserted the PC5220 into your notebook PC's Type II PC Card slot (See Installing the Drivers to your No tebook PC ), the Mobile Connection Manager will notify that it is “Ready” to connect to the network.
13 NOTE: Powering Off the PC5220 does not mean that you have exited the Mobile Connection Manager application. WARNING: Do not eject the PC5220 from your notebook until you have followed the Unplug/Eject Hardware instructions for proper removal. Removing the card improperly may cause a fatal error to your PC.
14 Windows 2000 ONLY : Select “Standard Open HCD USB Host Controller” Win dows XP ONLY : Select “ Lucent USB Open Host Controller” 6. Once the "Safe to Remove Hardware" message appears, click OK . 7. You may now remove the PC5220 from your notebook.
15 CHAPTER 3 Using the Mobile Connection Manager My Mobile Connection Manager The Mobile Connection Manager is turned on automatically when your laptop starts up, unless you turned this option “off” in the previous section, Software Installation .
16 Signal Strength Indicato r The Signal Strength icon displays when the Mobile Connection Manager is turned on. The bars indicate the strength of the radio signal. Four bars signify that the signal strength is at its maximum peak. The strength will change depen ding on where you are.
17 Roaming Status Th e 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 coverag e area.
18 Service Status Dialog Box The Service Status Dialog Box explains the current status of your PC5220. Service Status Dialog Description Associated icon graphic Please insert Card No card is detected .
19 Understanding the Action Buttons The Action Buttons allow you to customize the Mobile Connection Manage r and monitor your connections. Settings The Settings tool allows you to customize the Mobile Connection Manager.
20 Roaming Pull - Down Menu: Managing the roaming feature of the PC5220 is simple. The roaming option is “Enabled” by default; hence the PC5220 will automatically roam when you are traveling outside of your local coverage area.
21 Call Log The Call Log lists a summary of all data calls made. A Window table appea rs displaying the following columns: Column Name On - Screen Format Description Call Type 3G 2G Indicates the type of call initiated. Click on the Column name to sort by Call Type.
22 System Tray Sho rtcut 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.
23 CHAPTER 4 System Tray Mode If you prefer to close the Full Mode view of the Mobile Connection Mana ger, you can still monitor your connections with the System Tray icon. This section outlines the functions of the System Tray icon and the System Tray shortcut menu.
24 System Tray Men u 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 Availability when Card is not inserte.
25 CHAPTER 5 Understanding Alert Windows Alerts that are generated by the Mobile Connection Manager explain effects of certain actions you are enabling by selecting particular functions .
26 Reset Call Log Confirmation When you reset the Call Log a confirmation message will appear. Select Yes to confirm the deletion of the current entries and to reset the Last Reset Time. Select No to close the confirmation window and retain all curr ent entries in the call log without resetting the Last Reset Time.
27 CHAPTER 6 Networking and Dial - up Connections Windows Networking After installation of the Mobile Connection Manager and drivers, Windows ® “Network and Dial Up Connections” will automatically create a default connection profile. In order to create new connection profile, you will need to consult the Microso ft Help files.
28 CHAPTER 7 Frequently Asked Questions Here are some answers to common questions regarding the PC5220: What is the Mobile Connection Manager? The Mobile Connection Manager is an application designed to assist you in managing the PC5220. Wi th this application you can easily monitor and customize your connections.
29 Am I able to make phone/voice calls with the PC5220? No. The PC5220 leverages CDMA2000 1xEV - DO technology, a data - only high - speed network. 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.
30 CHAPTER 8 Regulatory Information and Safety This Section outlines important regulatory notices concerning your new PC Card. Regulatory Notices This device complies with Parts 15, 22, and 24 of the FCC rules. Th is PC card has been tested with the typical laptop computer with the side loading PCMCIA bay.
31 communication. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, whic.
32 Safety and Hazards Blasting Areas and Hospitals Do not operate the PC Card - Model PC5220 in areas where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, life support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference.
33 CHAPTER 9 Licensing Information Licensing Information AIRPRIME INCORPORATED MOBILE CONNECTION MANAGER FOR THE PC5220 LICENSE AGREEMENT ATTENTION: CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT.
34 copyright, trademark or other intellectual property right of AirPrime. This section shall survive the termination or expiry of this Agreement. 6. NO WARRANTY. MOBILE CONNECTION MANAGER IS PROVIDED AND LICENSED “AS IS” AND USE OF MOBILE CONNECTION MANAGER IS AT YOUR RISK.
35 FUNDAMENTAL BREACH. This section shall survive the termination or expiry of this Agreement. 8. TERMINATION. This Agreement is effective until termina ted. All rights granted to you under this Agreement will automatically terminate if you breach any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
36 CHAPTER 10 Limited Warranty Audiovox Communications Corp. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this Audiovox CDMA20 00 1XEV - DO, PCMCIA Card, that should this product or any .
37 ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATI ON OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 18 MONTHS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.
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