Contents
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Getting Started 3
Connecting 9
SMS 13
Settings 15
Statistics & Information 18
Q&A 20
Chapter 7
Important Safety Information and
Glossary 23
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What’s in the box
1. BandLuxe C32X Series:
Insert this into an USB port.
Before You Install
Information
Before installing the C32X Series, we recommend obtaining the
following information from the SIM Card Mobile network operator:
Access Point Name (APN)
- For many carriers, the APN may simply be Internet.
Phone Number
- The Phone Number to dial to establish a network connection.
BandLuxe software helps input this number correctly.
Password (Optional)
- Some (but not many) carriers require a password.
Notice: BandLuxe C32X Series is radio device,
please be aware to keep metal materials
away from the device.
Features
● Supports 2G, 3G, 3.5G and HSPA+ standards
● SMS Messaging
● USB Interface
● microSD storage
● Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000 compatibility
● Does not interfere with other USB
peripherals
● Multi language interface (English, French,
German, Italian, Sp anish, Traditional Chinese,
Russian, Portuguese and Finnish)
● Plug & Play
Insert the SIM Card & microSD Memory Card
1. Remove the cap (fig. 1)
2. Follow the arrow direction to insert the SIM card. (fig. 2)
3. Micro SD card reader is equipped. Follow the arrow direction to
insert the micro SD card. (fig. 3)
*micro SD card is an optional purchased accessory.
Hardware Installation
With the SIM card properly inserted, the C32X Series may now be
installed into the computer via USB port.
1. Insert the C32X Series into the computer.
2. The LED should light up when connection is established, though it
may be obscured.
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Software Installation
The process and appearance of certain software elements in Windows
Vista will be somewhat different than in 2000/XP. These differences
are minor and should not limit the functionality of the C32X Series in
any way.
Setup Language Selection
Install Shield Wizard
New Hardware Detection
Windows 2000/XP
Once the C32X Series is connected, a dialog box should pop up from
the Toolbar Hardware Connection Icon. The device will be identified as
the BandLuxe C32X Series 3.5G HSDPA Utility.
Windows Vista
In Vista, a pop-up window may appear. Click
After the first pop-up, all other aspects for software installation will be
identical in all compatible versions of Windows.
Software installation should proceed automatically . If it does not, it may
be initiated from My Computer, where the C32X Series will be
identified as a CD-ROM device. Sometimes a restart will occur during
installation. If it does, reinitiate installation from My Computer.
Allow
to proceed.
Preparation
3G Modem or microSD card reader
When the device is connected to computer for the first time, please
choose the upper option (3G) of the pop-up dialog to install the
software. The Install Shield Wizard window will open, indicating that
the Wizard is checking the installed OS version. If choose the bottom
option (microSD) of the pop-up dialog, the device will be used as
microSD card reader.
The C32X Series will automatically use the appropriate language for
your OS, if available.
Welcome
The Setup Wizard window opens automatically. The first page contains
OS compatibility and legal disclaimers. Click
Next
to continue.
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Browse window.
License Agreement
Click
I accept the terms in the license agreement > Next
continue.
Select Installation Folder
to
Confirm Installation
Click
Install
to change any preceding information or settings. Click
Back
to begin installation.
Installation
Click
Change
to manually select a folder.
Change Current Destination Folder
Highlight the folder and click
to select it. Click
OK
Cancel
Installation time will vary, depending on the computer.
Installation Complete
to close the
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When installation is complete, click Finish to exit. The Connection
Manager will open automatically.
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Home Screen
1. Signal Strength
2. Minimize
3. Radio Technology
4. Mobile Network Operator
5. Connection Status
6. Connection Time Elapse
7. Total Data Uploaded
8. Total Data Downloaded
9. Menu
10. Home Screen
11. Connect/Discon nect
12. Close
The Home screen only indicates 3G (internet) connection status.
Note:
After installation, the C32X Series automatically initiates 2G (SMS)
functions upon successful connection to the computer. Text messages
can be sent or received, even if the Home screen indicates no
connection.
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Menu Screen
Text message folders such as Inbox, Draft, etc.
SMS:
Setting:
Statistics:
Contacts:
Profile:
Information:
General, SMS, SIM, Radio and Network preferences.
Upload/Download graphs, totals and connection log.
C32X Series, SIM Card and Outlook Contact lists.
Connection profile setup/options.
Device, Version and Signal specifics.