Inseego NVWFB2C Users Manual
User Guide
Freedom Box 200C
Wireless Ruggedized Modem
Warning: You must install the modem software before inserting the FB200C modem.
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For Windows 2000 and XP
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Safety and Regulatory Notices .............................................................................................................. 3
Regulatory Notices................................................................................................................................. 3
Technical Support .................................................................................................................................. 3
System Requirements............................................................................................................................ 3
FB200C Overview and Installation............................................................ 5
FB200C front panel................................................................................................................................ 5
FB200C Rear Panel............................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting the power cable .................................................................................................................. 7
Installing the Wireless Connection Manager Software on Windows ....9
Uninstalling the Wireless Connection Manager Software .................................................................... 12
Getting Started With the Wireless Connection Manager...................... 13
Connecting to the Network................................................................................................................... 13
Disconnecting From the Network......................................................................................................... 17
Quitting the Wireless Connection Manager Application....................................................................... 17
System Tray Icons ............................................................................................................................... 18
Getting to Know the Wireless Connection Manager for Windows ...... 19
The Wireless Connection Manager Main Window ............................................................................... 19
The Modem Configuration Window...................................................................................................... 20
The Modem Properties Window........................................................................................................... 21
The Detailed Status Report Window.................................................................................................... 23
The About Wireless Connection Manager Window ............................................................................. 24
Additional Menu Commands................................................................................................................ 25
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting a Connection Failure ................................................................................................. 27
Error Messages.................................................................................................................................... 28
Frequently Asked Questions................................................................................................................ 29
Index.......................................................................................................... 31
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Safety and Regulatory Notices
This product is not to be used in any environment where radio frequency equipment is prohibited
or restricted in its use. To ensure that your modem is deactivated you should remove it from your
computer under the above conditions.
Regulatory Notices
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been certified to comply within the limits of a class B digital device pursuant
to part 15 and 24 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in residential situations. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not properly installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment on and off. You are encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the television, radio or cordless telephone.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.
Technical Support
If you have any questions or comments about your FB200C, please contact the Novatel Wireless
Inc. Customer Support team.
WWW: http://www.novatelwireless.com/support/index.html
Email: support@novatelwireless.com
Phone: 1 (888) 888-9231
System Requirements
The following items are required to set up and use your FB200C modem:
• Pentium 90 processor or higher.
• Windows 2000 or XP
•64MB RAM
• 16MB hard drive space.
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• CD-ROM drive.
• the Wireless Connection Manager software, included with your FB200C modem, and
• a user account, including a User Name and Password, from a network carrier with PCS CDMA
1X service.
To purchase a user account, please contact network carrier. For a list of network service provider
please email Novatel Wireless at support@novatelwireless.com or call 1 (888) 888-9231.
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FB200C Overview and Installation
This section provides an overview of the modem box and installation instructions.
FB200C front panel
The FB200C front panel has power, service, and data status indicators and a reset button as
shown on Figure 1.
Figure 1 FB200C Front Panel
Indicator/Button Function
Reset Reset button for the FB200C.
Power The power LED indicates power is on when lit.
Service The service LED indicates that the FB200C has acquired
network service.
Data The data LED indicates data activity between the
FB200C and the host computer.
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FB200C Rear Panel
The rear panel of the FB200C is where the power, communication port, and antenna cables are
connected. This is shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 FB200C Rear Panel
Connector Description
12V DC Power cable plugs into this connector. The input supply
should be between 10 to 18 Volts DC.
Serial RS232 connector for modem main port. When using this
port, the modem acts as a AT modem. The Serial port is
disconnected when an active USB port is connected.
USB USB modem port. When using the USB port, the host
computer will have additional modem status information
not available when using the serial connector. USB must
be used when using Windows Connection Manager.
Antenna TNC antennae connector for external mount antennae.
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Connecting the power cable
The FB200C comes supplied with a power cable as illustrated in Figure 3.
Figure 3 Power cable
Wire Color Functionality
Green This wire is the positive terminal for the modem. The
modem is designed to be always on when power is
applied. Connect the green wire to vehicle IGN (IGNITION) if you only want the modem on when vehicle is on.
Connect the green wire to an always on fuse protected circuit connection to have modem always on.
Black Ground
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Installing the Wireless Connection Manager Software on Windows
This section guides you step-by-step through the Wireless Connection Manager for Windows
installation procedure.
Once you have completed the set up and installation process, you will be able to use your
FB200C Modem with your Internet applications.
Warning: This application is only supported by Windows 2000 and XP
To install the Wireless Connection Manager onto your laptop or notebook computer:
1. Insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your desktop computer. Run the
installation program WirelessConnectionManagerVx.xx.xx.exe.
2. Follow the instructions displayed on screen to begin installing the Wireless Connection
Manager software. The Welcome window will appear, shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 Welcome Window
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