Samsung SM-V100TZKATMB User Manual

Samsung LTE Mobile HotSpot PRO
LTE MOBILE HOTSPOT
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your
device and keep it for future reference.
Warning!
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity.
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started .......................... 3
Understanding this User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Setting Up Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing the Optional microSD Memory Card . . 9
Turning Your Device On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Factory Reset of Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Section 2: Understanding Your Device .... 13
Features of Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Side Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
On-Screen Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Section 3: Connecting Your Device .......... 16
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Before You Begin a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Initial Connection to Your Device . . . . . . . . . . 17
Accessing Your HotSpot via a Browser . . . . . . 17
Configuring Your HotSpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Preparing your HotSpot for File Access . . . . . . 19
Installing the USB drivers for various
OS types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Connecting your Computer to the HotSpot
via USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Factory Reset via the Web Portal . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using the Battery Pack Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Section 4: Home Page ...............................24
Mobile HotSpot Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Section 5: Network Page ...........................27
Mobile HotSpot Network Page . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Wi-Fi Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Section 6: Securing Your Device ..............30
Mobile HotSpot Security Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
SIM PIN Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
MAC Filtering Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Port Filtering Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Port Forwarding Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Section 7: Configuring Your Device ..........37
Mobile HotSpot Configuration Page . . . . . . . . . 37
Settings Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Software Update Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
DLNA Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Tools Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Factory Reset via Web Portal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Section 8: Messaging on Your Device ......42
Mobile HotSpot Messaging Page . . . . . . . . . . .42
Section 9: Troubleshooting .......................44
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Connection Tips and Tricks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Section 10: Health and Safety
Information .................................................46
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals . . . . 46
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification
FCC Part 15 Information to User . . . . . . . . . . .48
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Knowing Radio Frequency Safety . . . . . . . . . . 48
FCC Radio Frequency Emission . . . . . . . . . . . .49
2
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling . . . . .49
UL Certified Travel Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Display / Touch-Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Battery Use and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Restricting Children's Access to Your
Wireless Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
FCC Notice and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Other Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . .57
Section 11: Warranty Information ............58
Standard Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
End User License Agreement for Software . . . .63
Index ...........................................................71

Section 1: Getting Started

Understanding this User Manual

The sections of this manual is laid out to assist your with setup and follow the UI features of your device.
A robust index for features begins on page 71. Also included is important safety information, beginning on
page 46, that you should know before using your device. This manual gives naviga
default display settings. Before using your device for the first time, you’ll need to
install and charge the battery and install the micro SIM card. The micro SIM card is loaded with your subscription details,
such as your PI N, available optional services, and many other features.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manual assume you are starting from the Home screen.
tion instructions according to the
Note:
Instructions in this manual are based on default settings, and may vary from your device, depending on the software version on your device, and any changes to the device’s Settings.
Unless stated otherwise, instructions in this User Manual start with the device at the Home screen.
All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actual displays may vary, depending on the software version of your device and any changes to the device’s firmware.
Getting Started 3
Special Text
Throughout this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from the rest. These are intended to point out important information, share quick methods for activating features, to define terms, and more. The definitions for these methods are as follows:
Notes
: Presents alternative options for the current feature, menu,
or sub-menu.
Tips
: Provides quick or innovative methods, or useful shortcuts.
Important
: Points out important information about the current
feature that could affect performance.
Warning
prevent loss of data or functionality, or even prevent damage to your phone.
4
: Brings to your attention important information to
Text Conventions
This manual provides condensed information about how to use your device. To make this possible, the following text conventions are used to represent often-used steps:
Note:
Arrows are used to represent the sequence of selecting successive options in longer, or repetitive, procedures.
From the Web portal home screen, select  Messaging
tab.

Setting Up Your Device

These steps take you through an out-of-the-box setup process. These procedures are intended to help you get your device setup, activated, and assist you with your initial connection.
Removing the Back Cover
1. Hold the device firmly and locate the cover release
latch (1).
2. Place your fingernail in the groove and firmly “pop” the
cover off the device (2).
Important!
Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure the device is switched off. To turn the device off, hold down the key.
Installing the 4G LTE microSIM Card
With the battery removed, carefully slide the microSIM card into the SIM card slot until it “clicks” into place with the label side facing up.
Release Latch
Network Name/SSID:
T-Mobile Broadband ##
Password: 12345678
Net
work Name/SSID:
T-Mobile
Pa sswor
Broadba
d: 12345678
nd #
#
Important!
The 4G LTE microSIM Card MUST remain in the device when in use.
Getting Started 5
Caution!
Do not bend or scratch your microSIM Card. Avoid exposing it to static electricity, water, or dirt.
Removing the 4G LTE microSIM Card
1. Remove the battery and cover (page 7).
2. Carefully slide the 4G LTE SIM card out of the SIM card
socket.
Network Name/ SSID:
T-Mobile Broadband ##
Pa ssword: 12345678
If you experience any issues with your device, visit us at:
http://support.t-mobile.com/welcome
Service at T-Mobile
1-877-453-1304
®
retail location.
or contact Customer
or visit your nearest U.S.
Installing the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable) are included with the device, for charging the battery.
Note:
The battery comes partially charged. You must fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. After the first charge, you can use the device while charging.
Important!
6
If your SIM card is ever separated from the device or damaged, your device will not function.
Important!
Before removing or replacing the battery cover, make sure the device is switched off. To turn the device off, hold down the key.
1. Insert the battery as shown, making sure to align the
gold contacts (1).
Removing the Battery
Grip the battery at the top end (3) and lift it up and out
of the battery compartment (4).
Installing Battery
Network Name/SSID:
T-Mobile Broadband ##
Password:
1234
5678
Network Name/SSID:
T-Mobile Broadband ##
Password: 12345678
Removing Battery
Replacing the Back Cover
1. Position the battery cover over the battery compartment (1). 2. Press down gently to secure the battery (2).
2. Press down firmly along the edges of the cover (2).
Network Name/ SSID:
T-Mobile Broadband ##
Pa ssword:
12345678
Getting Started 7
Charging the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery. A wall charger, which is used for charging the battery, is included with your device. Use only approved batteries and chargers. Ask your local Samsung dealer for further details.
Before using your device for the first time, you must fully charge the battery.
Note:
Verify that the battery is installed prior to connecting the wall charger. If both the wall charger is connected and the battery is not installed, the device can power cycle continuously and prevent proper operation. Failure to unplug the wall charger before you remove the battery, can cause the device to become damaged.
Charging Head
USB Cable
8
Important!
It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
1. Connect the USB cable to the charging head.
2. Locate the Charging port.
3. Insert the USB cable into the device’s Charger/
Accessory jack.
4. Plug the charging head into a standard AC power
outlet. The device turns on and indicates both its charge state and percent of charge.
Warning!
While the device is charging, if the screen does not function due to an unstable power supply unplug the USB power adapter from the power outlet or unplug the USB cable from the device.
Charging port
5. When charging is finished, first unplug the charger’s
power plug from the AC wall outlet, then disconnect the charger’s connector from the device.

Installing the Optional microSD Memory Card

Note:
The installation of an optional microSD card can provide additional storage and access to additional files such as document, image, and other multimedia content.
1. Using your fingertip (1), slide the mini USB connector
out from its current location (2).
mini USB Cable
Started 9
Getting
Pull the cable all the way round the unit (3) and then
2. 3. Slide the memory card into the card slot until it “clicks”
carefully remove the other USB connector from its
into place. slot (4). This action exposes the internal microSD card slot.
microSD card slot
USB slot
10
4. Replace the USB cable firmly into its corresponding slot
(1).
USB
connector
mini USB connector

Turning Your Device On and Off

Turning Your Device On
Press and hold (
Power
) to turn the device on.
5. Pull the cable around the side of the device (2) and
carefully re-ins corresponding slot (3).
ert the mini USB connector back into its
Turning Your Device Off
With the device on, press and hold ( turn the device off.
Power
Getting Started 11
) to

Factory Reset of Your Device

Resetting your device restores all factory defaults. You may need to reset your device if you cannot connect device(s) to your Wi-Fi HotSpot or can not regain access to the Web portal.
1. Locate the
device.
2. Press and hold these two keys for 5 seconds to display
an on-screen Factory Reset message.
3. Press the
Power
completed, the power should recycle and the main screen will re-appear. – or –
Press the
WPS
12
Power
and
WPS
keys along the top of the
key to reset the device. Once
key to cancel the reset operation.

Section 2: Understanding Your Device

This section outlines key features of your device. It also describes the device’s keys, screen and the icons that display when the device is in use.

Features of Your Device

Your device is lightweight, easy-to-use and offers many significant features. The following list outlines a few of the features included in your device.
Delivers data speeds faster than the current 3G network
technology by using 4G LTE
Wi-Fi ® Capability
Able to receive and send text messages via Web Portal
Expandable memory slot - supports up to 64GB microSD
Portable Wi-Fi HotSpot and USB Tethering-capability

Front View

The following illustrations show the main elements of your device. The following list correlates to the illustrations.
Notification bar
1.
connection status, signal strength, battery level, and time, and displays notifications about incoming messages, and other action
2
shows information about the
1
Understanding Your Device 13
3
Display
2.
3.
shows all the information needed to operate your device, such as the number of wirelessly connected devices, number of received messages (along with date, time and phone number), and data usage.
USB Connector
USB-capable devices using this connector type.
provides a direct connection for

Side Views

The following illustration shows the side elements:
2 1
3
4
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Power key
1. WPS key
2.
6 5
a WPS connection. The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) feature allows you to pair your Wi-Fi-capable device without the need for entering a passcode. This process is similar to Wi-Fi Direct pairing.
3.
Charging Port
power cable.
Caution!
Please use only an approved charging accessory to charge your device. Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your device and void the warranty.
Mini USB Connector
4.
to devices using this type of connector.
microSD Card Slot
5.
card to expand the memory of your device.
USB Connector
6.
devices using this type of connector. This provides your target device with wired Internet access.
ends switches the phone off and on.
allows you to pair with devices currently using
allows you to connect a compatible
provides a mini USB for connection
(internal) allows you use a microSD
provides a USB plug for connection to

On-Screen Indicators

Displays your current signal strength. The greater the number of bars, the stronger the signal.
Indicates there is no signal available.
Displays when connected to the 3G network.
Displays when your device is connec communicating with the 3G network.
Displays when connected to the HSPA
ted to and
+ network.
Displays when there is no microSIM card in the device.
Displays your current battery charge le shown is fully charged.
Displays your battery is curr
Shows your current battery only has a few minutes
of power remaining and will soon
shutdown. Displays when connected to the EDGE network.
Displays when your phone is communicat the EDGE network.
ently charging.
vel. Icon
ing with
Displays when connected to and communicating with the HSPA+ network.
Displays when your device is communica with the 4G LTE network.
Displays when Wi-Fi is active and indicates the number of externally connected devices.
Displays when there is a new text message.
Displays your current data usag
Understanding Your Device 15
e.
ting

Section 3: Connecting Your Device

With your new Wi-Fi HotSpot and your computer, a wireless Internet connection can always be at your fingertips.

System Requirements

If you choose to connect with an external device via a dire USB cable connection, your target device will need the meet the following minimum system requirements:
Note:
Up to 10 simultaneous devices can be connected to the
HostSpot.
Note:
It is recommended the battery be fully charged in order to use your device via Wi-Fi for the first time, or connect your device to the AC wall charger for power.
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One open Type-A USB Port (ex: Laptops, Desktops, etc..)
One open mini USB Port (ex: portable devices, mobile phones, etc..)

Before You Begin a Connection

Press and hold (
ct
The following should occur once your device turns on:
The battery indicator shows a solid green color (if there is more than a 15% charge.)
Once your device has been activated, it automatically connects to the Internet provided that your cellular network broadband service is available.
Confirm a network indicator icon, such as , appears in the Notification area at the top of the display. This indicates the device is in service and ready to connect.
Power
) to turn the device on.

Initial Connection to Your Device

1. Locate the internal sticker that provides both the SSID
and Password information for access to the device’s portal.
Note:
The default password is also the last 8-digits of the device 15-digit IMEI. For example: If the IMEI number is “1234567 the password is “89012345”.
89012345
”,
Network Name/SSID: T-Mobile Broadband ## Password: 12345678
Network Na
T-Mobi
Pa
me/SSID:
l
e Broadb
sswor
d: 12345678
a
nd ##
2. Enable the Wi-Fi connection on your target device and
begin to scan for available Wi-Fi networks.
3. The SM-V100T HotSpot appears as a secured T-Mobile Broadband ##
named: “
”.
device
4. Enter the default password located on the sticker to
establish your initial connection.

Accessing Your HotSpot via a Browser

1. With your device now connected to the HotSpot, launch
an available Browser on your target device.
2. Within the Browser’s Address field, enter:
• http://mobile.hotspot
If there are any issues accessing the HotSpot using the
Note:
above url, use 192.168.43.1.
3. From the HotSpot’s main Web portal, locate the Password
field.
4. Enter the HotSpot’s Administrator (Web portal)
Apply
password information and click
Note:
The default Administrator password is “
Connecting Your Device 17
.
admin
”.
Note:
The default connection state for the HotSpot is secured.
Use the Web portal to configure the various settings.

Configuring Your HotSpot

Changing your Web Portal Administrator Password
Changing this password prevents other users from entering the default “admin” password and gaining access to your Web portal and changing the device’s settings.
1. Access the Web portal and select the Too ls
tab.
2. Select the password information.
3. Re-enter your new password within the Password
Caution!
4. Click
18
New Password
field.
Write down this new administrator password. If you loose or forget it, you will need to do a Factory Reset on the device to regain access. For more information, refer to “Factory Reset of Your Device” on page 12.
Apply
.
Configuration
field and enter your updated
Verify New
Changing your Wi-Fi Access Password
This password is different from the administrator password that provides access to the Web portal. The Wi-Fi password is used by external devices to gain a connection to the HotSpot.
Network
1. Access the Web portal and select
2. From the bottom of the screen, tap the
and enter your new password.
3. Click
Apply
. Any currently connected devices will need
to update their connection passwords.
.
Password
field,
Changing your SSID Name
1. Access the Web portal and select
2. Select the
3. Delete the current information and enter a new name.
4. Click
to forget their previous connections and reconnect to the newly named HotSpot.
Network Name (SSID)
Apply
. Any currently connected devices will need
Network
field.
.
Assigning Data Limits
1. Access the Web portal and select Data Limits
2. Tap the
3. Tap the adjacent field, enter a numeric value, and
4. Click
Hiding Your HotSpot
1. Access the Web portal and select
2. From the bottom of the screen, tap the
3. Tap the checkbox field again to re-enable SSID
select either GB (Gigabytes) or MB (Megabytes).
Apply
an on-screen notification will appear.
checkbox. Removing the checkmark stops
enable
broadcasting your SSID.
broadcast.
checkbox to enable the feature.
. Once you reach your assigned data limit,
Network
Network
Broadcast SSID

Preparing your HotSpot for File Access

.
.
Note:
You can select MTP or USB Tethering only when USB is
connecting to the computer.
1. Access the Web portal and select
2. Scroll down the page and enable the
OK
option.
.
device(MTP)
3. Click
4. Follow the USB connection procedures described on
page 21.
Files can also be accessed from the internal microSD memor
y card by enabling the DLNA functionality.
ormation, refer to “DLNA Tab” on page 39.
inf
(
Media
Home
For more
).
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Installing the USB drivers for various OS types

There two separate types of drivers required for connection to the device. These drivers can be found within the usb driver folder on the HotSpot shown below.
Mac OS (requires the Escape drive)
Windows OS - (XP and Windows8 need RNDIS driver)
Installation of the Escape Driver
1. With the HotSpot not yet connected, locate the Mac
version of the Samsung USB Driver for Mobile Phones (Escape) found on product page @
2. Run the installation package for the file named: ssud_v1.4.10_mac_for_rndis.dmg.zip
3. Select the disk where you would like the software to be
installed and click
www.samsung.com
.
Continue
.
®
.
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Important!
Important!
It is important that you select the disk running the OSX operating system. Choosing a different disk can result in an installation failure.
4. If prompted, enter your username and password information into the User Authentication window and click
OK
.
If an installation failure occurs, unplug the device, reboot the machine, and rerun the installation procedures above.
5. Connect the HotSpot to the computer using the USB connector (page 21
).
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