Panasonic 9TGCF-186, 9TGCF-29BA, 9TGCF-29C, 9TGCF-189, 9TGCF-29AA User Manual

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for Toughbook with integrated SB555 CDMA modem

User Manual

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Important Notice

Safety and Hazards

Disclaimers

Trademarks

Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Panasonic Toughbook computer with integrated Sierra Wireless SB555 OEM CDMA modem should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. accepts no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the Panasonic Toughbook computer, or for failure of the Panasonic Toughbook computer to transmit or receive such data.

Do not operate the integrated Sierra Wireless SB555 CDMA modem in areas where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, near life support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the integrated CDMA modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. The integrated CDMA modem can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment. Do not operate the integrated CDMA modem in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the integrated Sierra Wireless SB555 CDMA modem MUST BE POWERED OFF.

Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. Sierra Wireless modems may be used at this time.

No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Some of the illustrations included with the text may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to understand.

Computers, computer devices, and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions, or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.

- Panasonic is registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial

Co., Ltd..

- Sierra Wireless, the Sierra Wireless logo, and Watcher are trademarks

of Sierra Wireless, Inc.

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Table of Contents

Introduction Getting Started

Installation Activation Using Watcher

LED Indicators and Modem Specifications

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1: Introduction

The Sierra Wireless SB555 OEM CDMA modem is an embedded wireless modem for cellular and North American PCS networks. It enhances the functionality of your Toughbook by adding high speed wireless data service.

The SB555 modem functions as a wireless network card. It allows you to connect to the Internet, send and receive e-mail, and connect to a corporate network, without the need of a network cable or phone line.

The SB555 modem is designed to provide a wide range of capabilities using CDMA network technology. Implementation of these features

will depend on the particular service provider and account features you have chosen. Some features described in this manual may not be

supported by your service provider or may not be available with your network account. Contact your service provider for details of the services and accounts available.

CDMA2000 1X services

The Sierra Wireless SB555 modem operates over a type of wireless network called CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access).

CDMA technology provides a variety of connectivity features, depending on your service provider and account:

• Express Network

1xRTT, this supports Internet connections with data rates up to

153.6 kbps (downlink) and 76.8 kbps (uplink). Actual speed will depend on the network.

• Circuit switched (dial-up) data, using the earlier CDMA IS-95

specification, supports data connections to any dial-in service at rates up to 14.4 kbps.

• Quick 2 Net

connection (using circuit switched data) where Express Network (1X) packet service is not available. (available with Verizon Wireless)

• SMS (Short Message Service), allows you to send and receive

short text messages using the SB555 modem.

high-speed packet data, sometimes known as

, provides a simplified way to dial into an Internet

A CDMA service provider account

Companies that operate CDMA networks and provide access to these networks are called service providers. You must have an account with a CDMA service provider to use the SB555 modem.

Each SB555 has been provisioned at the factory for use with a particular service provider. This sets the SB555modem to use particular radio channels and enable services specific for that provider. The process of setting up your account is called activation. Activation involves action by the service provider and configuration of the SB555 modem. The procedure to configure (activate) your SB555 modem is covered in “Activation” on page 5.

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