Novatel Wireless PC720, X720 User Manual

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Quick Start Guide

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Merlin

X720

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Merlin

PC720

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Ovation

MCD3 000

Broadband without wires

Introducing three new ways to connect wirelessly using the

latest EVDO Rev A technology on the market with backwards

compatibility with EVDO Rev 0 and 1xRTT networks:

• Merlin

TM

X720 (laptops with an ExpressCard slot)

• MerlinTMPC720 (laptops with a PCMCIA slot)

• OvationTMMCD3000 (laptops or desktops with a USB port)

Getting started couldn’t be easier. In four simple steps you’ll be

downloading from the Internet at data speeds of up to 3.1

Mbps* — indoors, outdoors, or on the move. For more details,

refer to the User Guide located on the installation CD.

* Network/Operator dependent.

©2007. Novatel Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved.

1

System Requirements

• Windows®2000, XP (Home or Professional);
Vista, Mac

®

OS X 10.4.8 or higher*, Linux® 2.6.16

• Hard Drive Space: 14 MB

• RAM: 32 MB

• Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher

• CD ROM drive

One of the following, depending on your Novatel Wireless
Mobile Broadband device:

•

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TTMM

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ExpressCard slot

•

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TTMM

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PCMCIA Type II slot

•

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TTMM

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1 USB port (some systems may

require 2 USB ports for optimum performance)

* MobiLink works on the Windows platforms listed above. This wireless communication software is

included on the installation CD. Support for Mac OS is provided through drivers. For more
information, see http://www.novatelwireless.com

Instructions are provided in English, French, and Spanish. This

Quick Start Guide shows you how to install the:

• Merlin

TM

X720

• Merlin

TM

PC720

• Ovation

TM

MCD3000

MerlinTMPC720

PC Card

1

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Lift the antenna to the upright position for the best reception.

2

LLEEDD

View to determine the current connection status.

3

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Connect an external antenna to improve reception. This optional
accessory is not included with your PC720.

3

1

3

2

2

MerlinTMX720

ExpressCard

1

AAnnttee nnnnaa

Lift the antenna to the upright position for the best reception.

2

LLEEDD

View to determine the current connection status.

3

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Connect an external antenna to improve reception. This optional
accessory is not included with your X720.

1

3

2

5

Safety Guidelines

• Avoid storing your device in extreme temperatures.

• Store your device in a dry and clean environment.

• Avoid spilling any liquid or immersing your device in
water.

• Do not place any labels on the antenna as this could
alter the sensitivity of the antenna.

• Do not place any labels on your device as this could
interfere with the operation of your device when inserted.

• Do not force the device into the PCMCIA slot, ExpressCard
slot, or USB port.

• Do not apply force to the top or bottom of your
device.

• Remove your device from your computer before
transporting.

OvationTMMCD3000

USB Modem

1

AAnnttee nnnnaa

Lift the antenna to the upright position for the best reception.

2

LLEEDD

View to determine the current connection status.

3

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Protects USB connector from debris/damage when not in use.

4

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Connect an external antenna to improve reception. This optional
accessory is not included with your MCD3000.

4

1

4

2

3

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2 Connect your device

•

MMeerrlliinn

TTMM

XX772200::

Hold it along the sides and insert it into

your computer’s ExpressCard slot, with the label side up.

• Windows reads the information from the card and
installs the required drivers.

• Lift the antenna on your device to the upright
position.

6

Installation

1 Install the software  Windows platforms only

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Do not connect your device to your

computer yet. Wait until Step 2.

• Insert the installation CD into the CDROM drive. The
program should start automatically. If it doesn’t,
doubleclick Autorun.exe file located on the CD.

• The program prepares to install. When the Welcome
message appears, click

NNeexxtt

.

• Read the license agreement. If you agree to the terms,
select

II aacccceepptt......

and click

NNeexxtt

.

• Click

IInnssttaallll

to install the program.

• A message will appear when the installation is complete.
Click

FFiinniisshh

.

• Restart your computer.

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•

OOvvaattiioonn

®®

MMCCDD33000000::

Remove the protective cap from

the USB connector.

• Hold it along the sides and insert it into your computer’s
USB port, with the label side up.

• Windows reads the information from the card and
installs the required drivers.

• Lift the antenna on your device to the upright
position.

8

•

MMeerrlliinn

TTMM

PPCC772200::

Hold it along the sides and insert it into

your computer’s PCMCIA slot, with the label side up.

• Windows reads the information from the card and
installs the required drivers.

• Lift the antenna on your device to the upright
position.

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Your Ovation MCD3000 comes with an extension
USB cable. Although this cable is not required for use, it
offers increased performance under certian operating
condtions (power boost, increased RF performance, or to
solve clearance issues).

•

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Plug the single end of the Yshaped cable into your

MCD3000.

Do one or both of the following:

•

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To increase RF performance or solve clearance issues:
insert the cable connector labeled #1 into the USB port on
your computer.

•

CC..

To get a power boost (up to 1 Amp of current for use in
weaker signal areas): insert the cable connector labeled #2
into the USB port on your computer .

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B

C

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4 Connect to the Internet

• Doubleclick the MobiLink

TTMM

icon on your desktop.

• When the LED is solid green, click

CCoonnnneecctt

.

click

Connect

13

3

Activate your device

• Activation instructions vary, depending on your service
provider.

Your service provider may have included these
instructions in the packaging that was provided for your
device. Otherwise, contact your service provider for
activation instructions.

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Disconnecting

• Click

DDiissccoonnnneecctt

to end your Internet session.

• Click the

MMeennuu

button and select

EExxiitt

.

NNOOTTEE::

Remove your device before transporting

your laptop.

click the

Menu button

select Exit

LED States

LLEEDD CCoolloorr DDeessccrriippttiioonn

RED Flashing: Service is currently

not available.

GREEN Flashing: Service is available.

Solid: Connected to a network.

AMBER Solid: Contact your service

provider.