Inseego NVWV620 Users Manual

NOVATEL WIRELESS V620 USER MANUAL

V620 PHOTO REQUIRED

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WELCOME

Congratulations on purchasing a Novatel Wireless V620 PC Card and Modem Manager. Using our wireless PC Card with
your laptop, you can connect to the Internet, corporate intranet, and your email while you're away from the office at high
speed. This manual will provide information needed to get started and effectively use your new PC Card and Modem
Manager software.

WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS

Important Notice

Due to the transmission and reception properties of wireless communications, data can occasionally be lost or delayed.
This can be due to the variation in radio signal strength that results from changes in the characteristics of the radio
transmission path. Although data loss is rare, the environment where you operate the modem may adversely affect
communications.
Variations in radio signal strength are referred to as fading. Fading is caused by several different factors including signal
reflection, the ionosphere, and interference from other radio channels.
Novatel Wireless or its partners will not be held responsible for damages of any kind resulting from the delays or errors in
data transmitted or received with the V620, or failure of the V620 to transmit or receive such data.

SAFETY HAZARDS

Do not operate the V620 in an environment that may be susceptible to radio interference resulting in danger specifically;

¾ Areas where prohibited by the law

o Follow any special rules and regulations and obey all signs and notices. Always turn off the host device

and remove the modem from the card slot when instructed to do so, or when you suspect that it may
cause interference or danger.

¾ Where explosive atmospheres may be present

o Do not operate your modem in any area where a potentially explosive atmosphere may exist. Sparks in

such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Be aware and comply
with all signs and instructions.

o Users are advised not to operate the modem while at a refueling point or service station. Users are

reminded to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and
distribution areas), chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress.

o Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always clearly marked. Potential locations

can include gas stations, below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using
liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), areas where the air contains chemicals or particles,
such as grain, dust or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn
off your vehicle engine.

¾ Near Medical and life support equipment

o Do not operate your modem in any area where medical equipment, life support equipment, or near any

equipment that may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the host
communications device must be turned off. The modem may transmit signals that could interfere with
this equipment.

¾ On an aircraft, either on the ground or airborne

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o In addition to FAA requirements, many airline regulations state that you must suspend wireless

operations before boarding an airplane. Please ensure that the host device is turned off and your modem
is removed from the card slot prior to boarding aircraft in order to comply with these regulations. The
modem can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems and controls.

¾ While operating a vehicle

o The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate a wireless data device while in control of a

vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some
countries, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a
commitment by Novatel Wireless Inc.

COPYRIGHT

©2004 Novatel Wireless, Inc.

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Welcome.................................................................................................................................................................2

Wireless communications .........................................................................................................................................2

Safety hazards.........................................................................................................................................................2

Limitation of liability.................................................................................................................................................3

Copyright ................................................................................................................................................................3

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1 Getting started ...........................................................................................................................................6

1.1 Your Novatel Broadband account ......................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.

1.2 system requirements.......................................................................................................................................6

1.3 Your V620 PC Card..........................................................................................................................................6

1.4 care of your V620 ...........................................................................................................................................7

1.5 the V620 package ...........................................................................................................................................7

1.6 getting started................................................................................................................................................8

2 Modem managerSM from Novatel wireless: ..............................................................................................8

2.1 Supported Services .........................................................................................................................................8

3 Installation and Configuration ...................................................................................................................8

3.1 The Modem Manager Setup Program ...............................................................................................................9

3.2 The Modem Manager Setup Wizard................................................................................................................10

4 Using Modem Manager............................................................................................................................. 11

4.1 Features.......................................................................................................................................................11

4.2 Getting Started .............................................................................................................................................12

4.3 Connecting ...................................................................................................................................................13

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4.5 Using Dial Up Connections.............................................................................................................................14

5 Modem Manager Preferences...................................................................................................................14

5.1 General Preferences......................................................................................................................................14

5.2 WWAN Specific Settings ................................................................................................................................15

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6 Additional Features ..................................................................................................................................17

6.1 The Status Bar..............................................................................................................................................17

6.2 The Toolbar Buttons......................................................................................................................................17

6.3 Minimizing the Interface................................................................................................................................18

6.4 The Tools Menu ............................................................................................................................................18

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6.6 The Help Menu ................................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.

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9 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.

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11 product specification................................................................................................................................19

11.1 technical specification ...................................................................................................................................19

11.2 Environmental specification ...........................................................................................................................19

12 safety regulations.....................................................................................................................................19

12.1 Wireless communications...............................................................................................................................20

12.2 safety hazards ..............................................................................................................................................20

12.3 regulatory notices .........................................................................................................................................21

12.4 RF Exposure/Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information ................................................................................21

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15 Document control.....................................................................................................................................22

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1 GETTING STARTED

In This Section

• System Requirements

• The V620 Package

• The Novatel Wireless V620 PC Card

• Care of Your V620

• Getting Started

This section will walk you through how to get started using your V620 PC Card. This includes software and driver
installation, inserting the card so Microsoft Windows is able to detect and install the drivers for your V620 PC Card and
setting up a data session to connect to the Internet.

1.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

¾ 166 MHz or faster Pentium- compatible

¾ Microsoft Windows 98 (Second Edition), Windows Millennium Edition (ME), Windows 2000 Professional, or

Windows XP (Home, Professional, Media Center or Tablet PC Editions)

¾ 32 MB RAM

¾ 14 MB available hard drive space

¾ CD-ROM drive

¾ Type II, PC CARD slot --- 3.3V

1.2 YOUR V620 PC CARD

Your V620 PC Card fits into the PC card slot (Type II, 3.3V) of most Windows based laptop computers. The V620 utilizes
the Novatel Broadband Network to connect to the Internet transferring data at rates of 300-600 kbps, and bursts speeds
of up to 2.4Mbps. The Novatel V620 runs on Microsoft Windows 98, ME, 2000, and XP. The Modem Manager software
will allow you to control and monitor your connection to the Novatel Broadband network. It will also allow you to send
and receive SMS (Short Messaging Service), get online help and has an address book.

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Review the illustration below to familiarize yourself with the key components of the V620 PC Card.

PC Card: this is the device when plugged into a Personal Computer provides wireless data solutions*
Service/Data LED: visual indicator that shows you service and data modes

PC Card

service/data LED

External antenna jack

Com pu ter Inter f ace C onn ec tor

32 pin

External Antenna Jack: allows you to connect an optional external antenna to your PC card for improved performance.
Computer Interface Connector: connects to your Personal Computer via the computer PCMCIA slot

1.3 CARE OF YOUR V620

Novatel Wireless recommends the following handling guidelines:

¾ Handle with care

¾ Avoid storing your V620 PC Card in extreme temperatures

¾ Store the card in a dry and clean environment

¾ Avoid spilling any liquid or immersing the card in water

¾ Do not place any labels on the Antenna as this may alter the sensitivity of the antenna

¾ Do not place any labels on the card as this may interfere with the PC card slot when inserting

¾ Do not force the V620 into the PC card slot

¾ Do not apply force on the top or bottom of the V620

When transporting your laptop, remove the V620 from the PC card slot

1.4 THE V620 PACKAGE

The V620 Package includes:

¾ Novatel Wireless V620 PC Card

¾ A CD which includes your Modem Manager software, User Manual, and Novatel Wireless’ Interactive User

Guide

¾ Quick Start Guide

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