Audiovox PC5740 User Manual

VERIZON WIRELESS VZACCESS MANAGER

PC5740 User’s Manual

CONTENTS

1. BEFORE USING PC5740

1.1 About this User’s Manual

1.2 Product Overview

1.3 What’s Inside the Product Package

1.4 Introduction to Verizon Wireless PC5740 PC Card

1.5 Product Features

1.6 Product Handling

1.7 Configuration

2. INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR THE VZACCESS MANAGER

2.1

The VZAccess Manager Setup Program 4

2.2

The VZAccess Manager Setup Wizard 7

3. USING VZACCESS MANAGER

3.1

Features 11

Getting Started

3.2

Connecting

3.3

3.4

Warning Message 17

3.5

Using Dial Up Connections 19

3.6

TXT Messaging 20

12 14

4. VZACCESS MANAGER PREFERENCES

General Preferences

4.1

WWAN Specific Settings

4.2

4.3

WI-FI Specific Settings 29

4.4

TXT Messaging Settings 33

5. INSTALLING PC5740

Precautions

5.1

5.2

Recommended System Requirements 34

5.3

Installing Software 35

5.3.1 Installation 35

5.3.2 Warnings 35

5.3.3 Notes 35

5.3.4 Unplugging or Ejecting the Card 36

6. REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION

6.1 Regulatory Notices

6.2 Operating Conditions 42

6.3 Warnings and Cautions 42

6.4 Safety Precautions 43

7. LIMITED WARRANTY

CONTENTS

1. BEFORE USING PC5740

1.1 About this User’s Manual

You will find all the information you need to install and use the PC5740 in this user’s manual. Before using PC5740, you must properly install the PC5740 by closely

following the installation instructions.

1.1.1 Instructions

Install the PC5740 software before inserting the PC5740 card into your laptop.

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The installation software is included in the product package. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. Installation may take a few minutes.

• It is highly recommended that you read the safety precautions described in

this manual before using the PC5740.

1.2 Product Overview

Thank you for purchasing Verizon Wireless PC5740 PC Card. The PC5740 is a 3G wireless card that enables high-speed wireless communication from your laptop. PC5740 is simple to install and use.

1.3 What’s Inside the Product Package

Following items are included in the product package. If any of the items listed below is missing, please contact the retail location where you purchased the product.

- PC5740 Wireless PC Card Modem

- Installation CD that contains software and this user’s manual

1.4 Introduction to Verizon Wireless PC5740 PC Card

The Verizon Wireless PC5740 is designed for type II PC card slot, which is available in most laptop models. PC5740 can be used to access the Internet, your company’s intranet, or you can use it to send and receive email. It is extremely useful when you are away from the office, on the road, or where ever a wireline Internet access is not readily available.

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1.5 Product Features

- Power management: PC5740 utilizes power management and system overhead reduction functions provided by the standard 32-bit CardBus electrical interface for maximum power savings.

- Antenna design: Efficient, innovative design optimizes data transfer rate and sensitivity to network signals.

- Type II PCMCIA format that supports CardBus I/O interface.

- Supports North American PCS (1900 MHz) and Cellular (800 MHz) bands.

- Utilizes QUALCOMM MSM6500 chip set.

- Supports 3G network technologies.

- Optimized data rate: Maximum 2 Mbps receiving speed and maximum 144 kbps sending speed.

- Supports Win98SE, ME, 2000 and XP systems with installed host software and driver.

- Provides Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess network service.

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1.6 Product Handling

1) Do not put any adhesive label on the PC5740 card. It may leave a sticky residue that can cause problems inside the laptop PC card slot.

2) PC5740 card should easily slide into the PC card slot. Do not force the PC5740 into the slot as it may cause damage to the card and/or the slot.

3) Keep PC5740 in a dry and clean place. (Storage temperature: - 30° to 65°C [86° to 149°F]). Keep your card

away from liquids, dust and excessive heat.

1.7 Configuration

To use the PC5740, you should install the software included in the installation CD and configure the PC5740 card. See the next section for more infomration on software installation and PC card configuration.

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2. INSTALLATION AND SETUP FOR THE VZACCESS MANAGER

This section will guide you through the installation and setup process for the VZAccess Manager. Before getting started, you should become familiar with the documentation that came with your mobile phone or PC Card.

CD's

1. If VZAccess Manager was obtained in a Mobile Office kit, install the USB drivers for your phone from Disc 1 before installing VZAccess Manager that is on Disk 2.

2. If you purchased a PC Card, there is only one CD that contains VZAccess Manager and PC Card drivers.

Getting Started

Follow these steps to install VZAccess Manager:

1. Turn on your computer and close all applications.

2. Insert the CD-ROM into your CD drive.

3. If set up does not automatically start, click the Start button on the taskbar and choose Run. Type D:\Start (where D is the letter of your CD-ROM drive) and click OK.

4. Follow the steps in the next section...

* VZAccess Manager software must be installed before you insert the PC Card in to

the computer for the first time. Only after the software has been installed can Windows successfully install and configure the PC Card.

2.1 The VZAccess Manager Setup Program

STEP 1: Double-click the VZAccess Manager setup program. You will be presented with a “Welcome” screen. Click the Next button to continue with the installation process.

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STEP 2: After the Welcome screen you will see the VZAccess Manager License Agreement. In

order to install and use this product you must agree with the terms of this agreement. Select “I agree with this software license agreement”, then click the Next button to continue. If you do not agree with this agreement, click the Cancel button to exit.

STEP 3: You are now ready to select the location on your computer where the VZAccess Manager should be installed. It is recommended that you do not modify the default destination folder. Click the Next button to continue.

STEP 4: You are now ready to begin installing VZAccess Manager components onto your computer. Click Next to continue.

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STEP 5: During this step the components of the VZAccess Manager product are being

installed onto your computer. Installation will occur to the destination folder specified in Step 3 above.

STEP 6: Installation is now complete. Click the Finish button to leave the VZAccess Manager setup program and begin using your new software

* The setup program will automatically create a VZAccess Manager shortcut on

your desktop.

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2.2 The VZAccess Manager Setup Wizard

After you have successfully completed the installation process of VZAccess Manager, you are ready to start the VZAccess Manager program and begin your initial setup. The steps in the Setup Wizard are critical to the proper operation of VZAccess Manager when using your WWAN or Wi-Fi device to connect to the Internet wirelessly.

STEP 1: Click the Start button, select the Programs menu and choose the VZAccess Manager menu item to start the VZAccess Manager program.

STEP 2: On first-run of VZAccess Manager the Setup Wizard will automatically run. You will be presented with a Welcome screen.

If you have an Internet connection, it is recommend that you check to see if you are running the latest version of VZAccess Manager. Click the Check for Updates button to perform this check.

Click Next to continue.

STEP 3: In this step of the Setup Wizard you must specify the type of wireless device that you intend to use with VZAccess Manager. Select “Detect both Wi-Fi and WWAN”, “Detect WWAN device only (1xEV-DO/1xRTT/CDMA)”. For the purposes of this guide, “Detect both Wi-Fi and WWAN” will be used. Please note that your experience in Step 4 may be different if you use a different selection. After making the appropriate selection, click Next to continue.

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STEP 4: In this step VZAccess Manager will detect the Wi-Fi adapters on your computer. If

your computer has a built-in Wi-Fi adapter, you do not need to do anything and can proceed to the next step. Otherwise, please insert your Wi-Fi PC Card now. You will need the drivers for the card if not already installed on the computer. Once complete, click Next to continue.

* WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) denotes any 1xEVDO, 1xRTT or CDMA

connection to the Verizon Wireless network such as BroadbandAccess, NationalAccess or Quick 2 Net.

STEP 5: The VZAccess Manager will now detect and setup your WWAN device.

STEP 6: In this step you need to select the type of connectivity you wish to use with your

wireless device. For the purposes of this guide, we will select “PC Card”. Please note that this selection may not be appropriate for your type of wireless device. Once you have selected your connectivity option, click Next to continue.

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STEP 7: In this step the VZAccess Manager will find your wireless device.

If you selected USB and have not already installed the data cable drivers supplied with the cable, you must install them now. To install the data cable drivers click the Cancel button below to exit the Setup Wizard and then refer to the documentation included with the cable. Please plug the data cable into your wireless phone and then plug the cable into your computer. If your wireless phone is not turned on, do so now.

For PC Card users, insert your PC Card now, and wait for Windows to detect and install drivers for the device.

Once your wireless phone is turned on and connected to your computer, click Next to continue. At this point in the setup process VZAccess Manager will attempt to find your wireless device. If a device is found, you will see the following screen.

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STEP 8: The detection and configuration process for your wireless device is now complete. In

this step you can elect to run the VZAccess Manager automatically every time you start up your computer. To do so, check the “Run VZAccess Manager at Startup” checkbox. Click Finish when complete.

After clicking the Finish button VZAccess Manager will launch the Venturi client install program. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Venturi client.

Please familiarize yourself with the information in the “Using VZAccess Manager” and “Connecting to the Internet” sections of this guide.

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3. USING VZACCESS MANAGER

Today’s online world offers more services everyday and Verizon Wireless gives you the tools you need to take advantage of the best in connectivity solutions. With VZAccess Manager, enjoy the freedom and convenience of wireless Internet connectivity from your notebook computer!

3.1 Features

WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network, 1xEV-DO/1xRTT/CDMA) Specific Features:

• Configures your PC to use your wireless phone and cable or wireless CDMA

PC Card as a modem.

• Creates a Quick 2 Net (14.4 kbps) connection if supported by your device.

• Creates a NationalAccess connection if using a NationalAccess capable

wireless phone and cable or PC Card, which does not support BroadbandAccess.

• Creates a NationalAccess - BroadbandAccess connection if using a

BroadbandAccess capable device. This connection will automatically fall back and attempt connecting via NationalAccess if the BroadbandAccess service is unavailable.

• Copy utility to create wireless copies of your dial-up connections, if supported

by your device.

• Controls the Venturi compression software when using your NationalAccess -

BroadbandAccess, NationalAccess, or Quick 2 Net (14.4 kbps) connections.

• Signal strength and battery level display for most wireless phones.

• Test function for WWAN device.

Wi-Fi Features:

• Configures Wi-Fi Adapter to work with VZAccess Manager.

• Displays Wi-Fi connections and signal strength when in a Wi-Fi coverage

area. Supports connecting to Wi-Fi networks such as ones used at home or work.

• Supports built-in Wi-Fi adapters or PC Cards.

* A WWAN capable device is required to use the WWAN features. Individual WWAN

features are also device dependent as described in the WWAN section above.

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Other Features:

• Can also be used to launch all of your dial-up networking connections, if

desired.

• Can launch your browser, e-mail client, VPN or a program of your choice upon

connection.

• Logs connections used, duration and bytes sent and received.

• See the section “Additional Features” for more information about the features

of VZAccess Manager.

• TXT messaging.

3.2 Getting Started

Double click on the VZAccess Manager icon on your desktop or click on the Windows Start menu and select VZAccess Manager from the list of Programs.

About the Networks View

The VZAccess Manager will open to the Connect view by default. This view is where you manage your wireless connections. The Connect view displays all currently available network connections. At a glance you can see the signal strength and battery level (if applicable) of your WWAN or Wi-Fi network. Select “Refresh Networks” or “Refresh Signal Levels” from the “Options” menu to update the information in this panel. Your current connection state and the elapsed time of the connection are displayed along the bottom of the status bar.

If your expected connection does not appear or if you connected your wireless phone and cable, or inserted your wireless CDMA PC Card or Wi-Fi Card after starting VZAccess Manager, select “Refresh Networks” from the “Options” menu.

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This will cause VZAccess Manager to look for your wireless device(s) and verify network availability. If you have any Wi-Fi networks you manually added because they do not broadcast their SSID, they will always be displayed, and you will have to refer to the signal strength displayed to know when you are in range. See the section “Wi-Fi Specific Settings” for additional details.

* Note that with certain Wi-Fi adapters the signal strength for Wi-Fi networks is not

accurate until you connect to the network.

* The Quick 2 Net (14.4 kbps) connection is only created when the WWAN option is

selected during setup and if your wireless device supports it. The NationalAccess connection is only created when the WWAN option is selected during setup and if you are using a NationalAccess capable device that does not support the Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess service. If you are using a BroadbandAccess capable device a NationalAccess - BroadbandAccess connection will be created. This connection will use BroadbandAccess if available and will automatically attempt a NationalAccess connection when BroadbandAccess is not available.

* If you change phones or PC Cards, you will need to run the Setup Wizard again.

To do this make sure that your phone and cable are connected, then select “Run Wizard” from the “Options” menu.

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