Sony F3232022, F3232023 User Guide

Mobile Broadband USB Modem

MD400 HSPA/UMTS/EDGE

MD400g HSPA/UMTS/EDGE and GPS

User Guide

™

Contents

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Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

Regulatory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v

Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v

FCC statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

Déclaration FCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Industry Canada Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

RF Exposure Caution Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

About this guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

How this guide is organised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Additional resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

MD400/MD400g Communications Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Hardware overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SIM Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Install the Lanyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

MD400 memory card slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Global Positioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Network and subscription requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connecting your MD400 to your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

USB 1.1 and 2.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Software overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Additional information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Generic SEMC Limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Sony Ericsson MD400 Mobile Broadband USB Modem

First edition (August 2008)
This manual is published by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, without any warranty.

Improvements and changes to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of
current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by
Sony Ericsson at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated into new
editions of this manual.

This manual is copyrighted work of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Sweden.
The programs referred to herein are copyrighted and trademarked works of Sony Ericsson Mobile
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All rights reserved.
© Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, 2008
Publication number: 1212-7288.1a

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Regulatory information

Declaration of conformity

We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of
Nya Vattentornet
S-221 88 Lund, Sweden

declare under our sole responsibility that our product

MD400 Sony Ericsson type FAD-3232022-BV
MD400g Sony Ericsso n type FAD-3232023-BV

and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the
appropriate standards: EN 301 511:V9.0.2, EN 301 908-1:V2.2.1, EN 301 908-2:V2.2.1, EN 300
440-1:V1.7.1 (EC400g only), EN 300 440-2:V1.1.2 (EC400g only), EN 301 489-7:V1.3.1, EN 301
489-24:V1.3.1, EN 301 489-3:V1.4.1 (EC400g only), EN 61000-6-3:2007, EN 61000-6-1:2007, and
EN 60 950-1:2006 following the provisions of Radio Equipment and Telecommunication Terminal
Equipment directive 99/5/EC with requirements covering EMC directive 89/336/EEC, and Low
Voltage directive 73/23/EEC.

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Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. September 2008

Place and date of issue

Najmi Jarwala
President - US & Canada
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications (USA) Inc.

We fulfil the requirements of the R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC).
FR Ce produit est conforme à la directive R&TTE (99/5/EC).
AR
CS Výrobek splňuje požadavky směrnice R&TTE (99/5/EC).
DA Vi opfylder kravene i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC).
DE Die Anforderungen der Richtlinie für Funk- und Fernmeldegeräte (99/5/EG) werden erfüllt.
EL Πληρούμε τις απαιτήσεις της Οδηγίας R&TTE (99/5/ΕΚ).
ES Cumplimos los requisitos de la Directiva R&TTE (99/5/EC).
FI Täytämme radio- ja telepäätelaitedirektiivin (99/5/EY) asettamat vaatimukset.

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ءֆ׹ฤٽ R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC) խ๵ࡳΖʳ

HR Mi ispunjavamo zahtjeve R&TTE Direktive (99/5/EC).
HU Teljesítjük az R&TTE irányelv (99/5/EC) követelményeit.
IT Il prodotto soddisfa i requisiti della Direttiva R&TTE (99/5/EC).
NL We voldoen aan de vereisten die in de R&TTE-richtlijn (99/5/EG) worden gesteld.
NO Vi oppfyller kravene i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC).
PL Spełniamy wymagania dyrektywy R&TTE (99/5/WE).
PT São cumpridos os requisitos da Directiva R&TTE (99/5/EC).
PB Atendemos aos requisitos da Diretriz R&TTE (99/5/EC).
RO Îndeplinim cerinţele directivei R&TTE (99/5/EC).
RU Изделие удовлетворяет требованиям Директивы R&TTE (99/5/EC).
SK Výrobok spĺňa požiadavky smernice R&TTE (99/5/EC).
SV Vi uppfyller kraven i R&TTE-direktivet (99/5/EC).
TH
TR R&TTE Kararnamesinin (99/5/EC) gerekliliklerini yerine getirmekteyiz.
UK Цей Виріб відповідає вимогам Директиви R&TTE (99/5/EC).
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FCC statement

MD400 FCC ID: PY7F3232022
MD400 IC: 4170B-F3232022

MD400g FCC ID: PY7F3232023
MD400g IC: 4170B-F3232023

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

connected.

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WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB may void the FCC authorization to operate this
equipment.

CAUTION: The Sony Ericsson USB device has been tested for compliance with FCC/IC RF
exposure limits in the laptop computer(s) configurations with a USB port and can be used in laptop
computers with substantially similar physical dimensions , constructi on, and electrical and RF
characteristics.

Note: If this Sony Ericsson USB device is intended for use in any other portable device, you are
responsible for separate approval to satisfy the SAR requirements of Part 2.1093 of FCC rules.

Déclaration FCC

ID FCC : PY7F3232021
IC : 4170B-F3232021

Cet appareil a été testé et déclaré conforme aux limites d’un appareil numérique de classe B en vertu
de l’article 15 de la réglementation FCC. Ces limites permettent d’être correctement protégé contre
les interférences nuisibles dans une installation résidentielle. Le présent appareil émet, utilise et peut
engendrer des signaux HF (haute fréquence). Si vous ne l’installez pas et ne l’utilisez pas conformément
aux instructions, il peut provoquer des interférences préjudiciables aux communications radio. Il n’existe
toutefois aucun dispositif garantissant la non-apparition de ce type d’interférences dans une installation
déterminée. Si cet appareil provoque des interférences dommageables à la réception radiophonique
ou télévisée (détectables en mettant l’appareil hors tension, puis à nouveau sous tension), nous
conseillons à l’utilisateur d’essayer de les éliminer en appliquant une ou plusieurs mesures ci-après :

• réorienter ou déplacer l’antenne de réception ;

• augmenter l’écart séparant l’appareil du récepteur ;

• brancher l’équipement dans une prise située sur un circuit différent de celui utilisé pour
la connexion du récepteur ;

• consulter le revendeur ou un technicien radio/TV expérimenté.

AVERTISSEMENT : Les changements ou modifications opérés sur le présent appareil sans
l’approbation expresse de Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB peuvent frapper de nullité
l’autorisation FCC relative à l’utilisation de l’appareil précité.

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ATTENTION : Le dispositif USB Sony Ericsson a été testé pour satisfaire aux exigences des limites
d'exposition aux radiofréquences de la FCC/IC dans la (les) configuration(s) d'ordinateur(s) portables(s)
munis d'un port USB et peut être utilisé sur des ordinateurs portables dont les dimensions physiques,
la fabrication et les caractéristiques électriques et de radiofréquences sont significativement
semblables.

Remarque : Si vous prévoyez d'utiliser ce dispositif USB Sony Ericsson sur un autre ordinateur
portable, il vous incombe d'obtenir une approbation distincte pour satisfaire aux exigences SAR
de l'article 2.1093 de la réglementation FCC.

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Industry Canada Statement

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This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

RF Exposure Caution Notice

This Mobile Broadband USB Modem, model MD400/MD400g, is approved for use in normal size
laptop computers only (typically with 12” or larger display screens). To comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements, this modem should not be used in configurations that cannot maintain at least
5 mm (approximately 0.2 inch) on the bottom or 12 mm (approximately 0.5 inch) on the top and sides
from users and bystanders. For example, in certain laptop and tablet computers and configurations
where the USB connectors on the host computer are unable to provide or ensure the necessary
separation between the modem and its users or bystanders to satisfy RF exposure compliance
requirements. See Figure 1.

In addition, to maintain RF exposure compliance, the antenna should be rotated completely away
(approximately 135 degrees) from the stowed position when operating the USB modem. See
Figure 2.

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About this guide

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing a Sony Ericsson MD400 or MD400g Mobile Broadband
USB Modem.

This guide includes an overview of the supported features, detailed technical specifications, system
requirements, and safety guidelines for both the MD400 and MD400g.

The MD400 and MD400g provide the same features, with one exception, the MD400g incorporates
Global Positional Satellite (GPS) receiver. This manual refers to both modems as MD400. When the
information is specific to the MD400g, MD400g will be used.

Note:

Be sure to read all safety guidelines in this document before using your MD400.

How this guide is organised

Chapter 1: Overview on page 1, contains an overview of your MD400 and t he features that it
supports. It also provides a list of the requirements and tools needed to use your new MD400.

Chapter 2: Additional information on page 15, provides safety guidelines, warranty information, and
regulations that are relevant to your MD400.

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Chapter 3: Technical specifications on page 20, provides detailed technical specifications for your
MD400.

Additional resources

Sony Ericsson support Website

Additional resources can be found on the Internet at the Sony Ericsson support Website You can use
the Sony Ericsson Website to find the most up-to-date product information and su pport wherever
you are. It gives you access to online customer services, user manuals, the latest software downloads,
and other useful information. For more information, go to:

www.sonyericsson.com/support

Publications

Sony Ericsson prov ides the following documents to help you use your MD400:

• A printed Quick Start Guide aimed at getting you operational as quickly as possible.

• A PDF MD400 User Guide (this document) that contains a detailed description of your MD400
and the features that it supports. This document is copied to your hard drive when Wireless
Manager is installed and can be accessed by selecting Start All Programs Sony
Ericsson Wireless Manager 5 MD400 User Guide

• Online Help built into Wireless Manager which describes in detail how to use each feature and
how to install and uninstall the software. Select Help or press F1 to access online help.

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• A PDF Wireless Manager User Guide which contains the same detailed information as the
online help in a conventional printable format. This document is available from the support
website only.

Note:

PDF documents are in Adobe® Portable Document Format. If your PC cannot open these
documents, download and install the Adobe® Reader® from www.adobe.com.

Note:

Your mobile operator may provide alternative application software and documentation.

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Overview

Checklist

The following items should be in the box when you unpack it:

• Sony Ericsson MD400 Mobile Broad band USB Modem

• USB extension cable

• Quick Start Guide (QSG)

• Lanyard and cover (if provided)

MD400/MD400g Communications Summary

Your MD400 keeps you in touch, enabling you to use the best available mobile service wherever you
are. It supports tri-band Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) and quad-band
Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM):

GSM

GPRS
EDGE

850MHz
900MHz
1800MHz
1900MHZ

UMTS

HSPA

850MHz
1900MHz
2100MHz

Your MD400 supports SMS text messaging and the following communicatio ns services:

Service Maximum Download Speed Maximum Upload Speed

HSPA 7.2Mb/s 2.0Mb/s
UMTS 384kb/s 384kb/s
EDGE 247.4kb/s 123.7kb/s
GPRS 53.6kb/s (CS-2)

85.6kb/s (CS-4)

26.8kb/s (CS-2)

42.8kb/s (CS-4)

Where UMTS service with HSPA is available, your MD400 can connect at speeds up to 7.2Mb/s.
Your MD400 provides automatic fallback to UMTS where HSPA is not available and to EDGE or
GPRS service where UMTS is not available (network support required). This section describes the
services that the MD400 supports:

• High Speed Packet Access (HSPA)

HSPA is an enhancement to UMTS networks. HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet
Access) enables the downlink speed to be dramatically increased; up to 7.2Mbps using the
MD400. File downloads will be faster, whilst applications such as video streaming may
operate at higher quality and greater reliability. The maximum speed available depends on
the configuration of the mobile network, local conditions such as distance to the base station
and usage levels. HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) enables the MD400 to upload
data at speeds up to 2.0Mbps.

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• Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS)

UMTS is a 3G technology standard for wide-area wireless data communication that is based
on the GSM standard. The UMTS standard uses advanced network operator mobile Internet
services to achieve data transfer rates up to 384kbps, which are ideal for media streaming,
video MMS, instant shopping, and banking.

• Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE)

EDGE enhances GPRS by increasing data throughput over GPRS by as much as three times,
depending upon the network radio signal strength and quality. GPRS networks that are
enhanced with EDGE are often referred to as Enhanced GPRS (E-GPRS) networks.
EDGE provides the “always on” capability of GPRS but at faster speeds. EDGE technology
is transparent — simply make a GPRS connection as usual and benefit from the increase in
speed where EDGE is available in a network. When EDGE is available you can expect
increased speeds of up to 200 kb/s, dependent on network coverage.

• General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)

GPRS is a type of network connection that provides “always on” mobility. The connection
set up is fast. After you are connected, applications can send and receive data whenever
required. In today’s GPRS networks, the MD400 receives data at speeds up to 53.6 kb/s and
transmits at speeds up to 26.8 kb/s.

• Short Message Service (SMS)

You can send and receive SMS text messages using the Text Messages window in Wireless
Manager or other application software.

Hardware overview

Your Sony Ericsson MD400 is a USB Mobile Broadband Modem. The MD400 has a retractable
USB connector that is covered by the antenna when the modem is not in use. The MD400 has an
expandable combo memory slot which accepts eit her M2 Memory St ick Micro™ or MicroSD™
memory cards. The MD400g contains a GPS receiver.

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Before using your MD400, you must extend the USB connector. To do this, move the antenna to the
up position, as shown in the following illustration. The USB connector will automatically extend.

The MD400 uses the 5 volt power supply provided by the USB port. The amount of power that
your MD400 draws from the laptop battery depends on several factors, including status, frequency
band, distance to the base station that is used, if a memory card installed and if GPS is enabled
(MD400g only).

The MD400 can be turned off under software control from the Wireless Manager application or the
signal strength icon in the status tray. You must remove the modem from the laptop when flying to
prevent any accidental transmission.

The MD400 has three integrated antennas and a 2-way Diversity receiver for improved downlink
performance

USB Interface

The MD400 is a USB2.0 device. USB products that draw more than 100mA from the port are called
high power devices; the EC400, EC400g MD400 is a high power device. At maximum transmission
power (GSM850/900) it requires peak current of 600mA. Most high power capable USB ports will
deliver this current.

The MD400 operates at USB High Speed, 480Mbps, which is more then sufficient to handle the

7.6Mbps download speed supported by the product.

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Status LEDs

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The MD400 and MD400g contain multi-colored LEDs that indicate the status of the device. The
LEDs are located next to the antenna, as shown below.

LED Color Flash rate Description

SIM Card

1 - GPS
(MD400g only)

2 - Mobile Service Red Fast Searching for a mobile network

Yellow Fast Searching, position not fixed

Yellow Slow Position fixed

Off GPS off

Green Medium Registered to GPRS or EDGE service, not

connected

Green Slow Connected - GPRS or EDGE service

Blue Medium Registered to UMTS or HSPA service, not

connected

Blue Slow Connected - UMTS or HSPA service

Note:

On the MD400 both LEDs are Mobile Service LEDs.

When you subscribe to a mobile network, you are issued a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card.
Your SIM card contains your personal subscriber data. To connect to a mobile network you must
first insert your SIM card, that includes the appropriate network subscription, into your MD400.

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To insert the SIM card

1. Remove the bottom cover from the MD400.

2. Insert the SIM card into the MD400. Make sure the gold contacts on the SIM card are facing
towards the MD400 and the angled corner (A) of the SIM card is placed toward the MD400 as
shown.

3. Replace bottom cover.

To remove the SIM card

1. Remove the bottom cover from the MD400.

2. Remove the SIM from the MD400.

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3. Replace the bottom cover.

Install the Lanyard

The MD400 comes with a lanyard and cover. Tread the thin end of the lanyard through the small hole
in the cover, as shown in the following illustration.

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Once the lanyard is threaded through the cover and attached to the MD400, the cover will easily slide
over the MD400 for protection or easily slide off for device access.

To Install the lanyard

1. Remove the bottom cover.

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2. Loop the thin end of the lanyard around the plastic hook, as shown.

3. Replace cover as shown.

MD400 memory card slot

The MD400 may be used as a memory card adapter. Optional memory cards may be inserted into
the memory card slot, to access your own files and media.

Note:

There is no available built-in memory for use as a flash drive in the MD400. Only the optional
removable memory card inserted into the combo memory slot is available for use as flash drive
memory.

Removable memory card format

The MD400 has an expandable combo memory card slot which accepts either M2 Memory Stick
Micro™ or MicroSD™ memory cards..

To install memory cards

1. Open the small door over the memory slot.

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2. Orient the arrow on the memory card toward the slot and insert the memory into the slot until it
clicks. Install M2 Memory Stick Micro™ with the contacts in the up position. as shown below.
Install MicroSD Memory with the contacts in the down position

Note:

You may require a small tool to recess the memory card into the MD400 Broadband Modem.

3. Replace the door over the memory slot.

To remove memory card

1. Open the small door over the memory slot.

2. Push the memory card into the slot until it clicks and release.

Note:

You may require a small tool to push the memory card.

3. Grasp the memory card and remove it from the MD400.

4. Replace the door over the memory slot.

To access the memory card

The memory card can be assessed through Windows Explorer. It appears as a removable storage
device.

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Antennas

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The MD400 has two built-in antennas and the MD400g has an additional GPS antenna.

1. Main - GSM/UMTS/HSPA (transmit and receive)

2. Diversity - UMTS and HSPA (receive only)

3. GPS - Global Positional System (MD400g only) (receive only)

Global Positioning System

The MD400g Mobile Broadband Modem contains a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. GPS
is a satellite-based navigation system made up of a network of 32 satellites orbiting the Earth. GPS
works anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day.

To access the GPS features of the MD400g, select View GPS in Wireless Manager. If you are
using other software, for example, supplied by your mobile operator, please consult the
documentation for that application.

GPS data is provided over the Sony Ericsson GPS Port. This is a Windows COM Port. When you
install the MD400g, Windows will assign a number, for example COM23. To link a third-party GPS­enabled application to your MD400g's GPS receiver, you may need to access the application settings
and select the COM port number that Windows has allocated. This is displayed in the GPS mail
screen. To view the COM port information select View GPS. This information is also available
in Device Manager.

The data that the GPS device provides, is in Nautical Marine Electronics Association (NMEA)
format. This format is commonly understood by GPS-enabled applications.

For more information on GPS, refer to your Wireless Manager User Guide.

Network and subscription requirements

The netwo r k s u b s c r iption yo u u s e i n c o n j u n ction wit h y o u r MD400 dep e n d s o n t h e f unctions a n d
features that are available from your network operator. Contact your network operator or service

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provider to make sure the options that you require are available (UMTS/HSPDA, GPRS/EDGE and
SMS).

Note:

Network operators often provide a number of connectivity options such as WAP and
Internet. These are accessed via different APNs (Access Point Names). Verify the services
that you require, such as Internet, e-mail or corporate VPN (Virtual Private Network) service
are available through your mobile operator and enabled on your subscription.

Connecting your MD400 to your PC

This section contains information on the different configurations that can be utilized with your
MD400. These configurations include:

• Direct connection

• Extension cable (provided)

• Via a powered hub

Note:

Your MD400 must be plugged into a USB port that is capable of supporting high power USB
devices. The MD400 is a USB 2.0 product, however it should work in the majority of USB 1.1
ports with possible reduced throughput. Refer to USB 1.1 and 2.0 on page 12 for more
information.

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Direct connection

The MD400 can be plugged directly into a USB port as shown below. This configuration offers the
best portability.

Note:

To avoid damage to the MD400 or your laptop’s USB port, remove the MD400 before placing
your laptop into a carrying case.

Caution!

Some laptops have USB port positions that may conflict with operation. Use the included
extension cable if:

• The USB ports are close together and the modem covers an adjacent port that is needed.

• The modem can not be plugged in directly, e.g., the USB port is recessed and the USB

connector on the modem can not reach.

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Extension Cable

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• The USB port is in a position where physical pressure is put on the connector as shown

below.

The extension cable provided is specially designed to work with your MD400. This is a high quality
USB cable that is capable of delivering high current to the MD400 when necessary. The cable will
improve performance.

Powered Hub

Note:

Your MD400 may not operate correctly if you use a standard USB cable in place of the
provided extension cable.

A self powered hub (not provided) may be used in conjunction with the extension cable and your
MD400. In some cases, especially when used with desktop PCs, it may be necessary to plug the
MD400 into a USB hub rather than directly into the PC. This is possible, provided that the hub is self
powered via its own AC adaptor.

Note:

It is not advisable to use a bus-powered hub with your MD400. These are hubs that have no
power supply of their own. Many portable hubs for laptops are of this type.

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The MD400 is plugged in using the supplied extension cable or directly into a socket on the hub. The
hub configuration allows extended cable length so you can locate the MD400 for optimal reception.

Note:

Some powered hubs may not provide adequate power. Your hub must be capable of
supporting high power USB devices and must not be overloaded by the connection of too
many such devices. Other high power devices include USB-powered disk drives, scanners
and rechargeable music players. If you are experiencing problems, unplug these other devices
to test if your hub is overloaded.

USB 1.1 and 2.0

Your MD400 is a USB 2.0 product, however it should work in the majority of USB 1.1 ports, but
data throughput may be compromised.

As a guide, USB 1.1 ports are likely to be found in these cases:

•

• All PCs originally sold with Windows 2000 installed

• Current PCs where the USB port is provided only for use with keyboard and mouse.

USB 2.0 ports can be identified in the Device Manager. Select Start Control Panel System,
Hardware Tab, Device Manager.

The presence of an Enhanced Host Controller indicates USB 2.0 support:

Note:

Sony Ericsson does not guarantee operation in a USB1.1 port

All PCs manufactured before 2002

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Software overview

Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager

Sony Ericsson provides Wireless Manager, an application that provides the ability to configure and
manage your wireless connections on your PC. For more information about software requirements,
refer to the Wireless Manager User Guide.

You can use Wireless Manager to:

• Connect to the Internet or your corporate network

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• Display mobile network status information

• Create or modify connection settings

• Manage your MD400 settings and preferences

• Send and receive SMS messages

• Manage phonebooks saved to your SIM card and hard drive

• Enable GPS functionality (MD400g only)

• Access Internet mapping services (MD400g only)

launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition

To use your Mobile Broadband USB Modem with your Mac OS X system, you will need
“launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition”. This application enables you to set up and use HSPA, UMTS,
EDGE, and GPRS connections, subject to network coverage and availability.

You can find the application in one or more of these locations:

• In the OS X folder of the CD-ROM (if provided)

• As a download from http://www.novamedia.de/sonyericsson (please check here for latest
information and updates)

Third-party applications

Your network operator or your network administrator may provide an application that works with
your MD400. Please refer to the instructions supplied with that application. Functions and features
available may be different compared with the Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager applicatio n.

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Virtual Private Network (VPN)

Your MD400 is tested for compatibility with popular VPN solutions used by corporations to enable
remote workers to access the corporate network.

Note:

Sony Ericsson does not provide any VPN software with your MD400.

System requirements

This section lists the hardware and software requirements for using your MD400.

General

You will need the following hardware:

• Available USB port capable of supporting high power USB devices

• MD400

• SIM card

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Windows (Wireless Manager)

Wireless Manager works with the following versions of the Windows

• Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 (SP4)

• Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2); 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x 64) processor s

• Windows Vista™; 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) processors

Your PC must meet or exceed the minimum system requirements for the installed version of the
Windows operating system and have the following:

• 110MB of available disk space

Note:

Sony Ericsson periodically releases new versions of Wireless Manager with new features and
bugfixes. The exact support for the Windows Operating System may change over time. The
readme.txt file included in the download, always identifies which versions and service packs
of the Windows operating system are supported. For more information and downloads, please
visit www.sonyericsson.com/support

Apple Macintosh

Please refer to the instructions suppled with launch2net or other application software.

®

operating system:

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Additional information

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Please read this information before using your MD400.

Recommendations

• Always treat your product with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.

• Do not expose your product to liquid, moisture or humidity.

• Do not expose your product to extreme high or low temperatures.

• Do not expose your product to open flames or lit tobacco products.

• Do not drop, throw or try to bend your product.

• Do not paint your product.

• Do not use your product near medical equipment without requesting permission from your
treating physician or authorised medical staff.

• Do not use your product when in, or around aircraft, or areas showing the sign “turn off two­way radio”.

• Do not use your product in an area where a potentially explosive atmosphere exists.

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• Do not place your product or install wireless equipment in the area above your car’s air bag.

• Do not attempt to disassemble your product. Only Sony Ericsson authorised personnel should
perform service.

• Do not use your laptop while driving.

Efficient use

Do not cover the MD400 when in use, as this affects call quality.

Personal medical devices

Mobile Broadband Modems may affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers and other implanted
equipment. If a minimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) is kept between the MD400 and the
pacemaker, the risk of interference is limited. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is
taking place, immediately turn off your MD400. Contact your cardiologist for mo re information.

For other medical devices, please consult your physician and the manufacturer of the device.

Children

DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY WITH YOUR MD400. THEY COULD HURT
THEMSELVES OR OTHERS, OR COULD ACCIDENTALLY DAMAGE THE MOBILE
BROADBAND MODEM. YOUR MOBILE BROADBAND MODEM. MAY CONTAIN SMALL
PARTS THAT COULD BE DETACHED AND CREATE A CHOKING HAZARD.

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Disposal of old electrical & electronic equipment

This symbol indicates that all electrical and electronic equipment included shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be left at the appropriate collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will
help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased your MD400.

Emergency calls

Mobi le B road band Mode ms manufactured by Sony Ericsson do not support voice calls and should not
be relied upon for essential communications.

Inserting and removing the SIM card – precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD)

Do not touch the SIM card connectors. As a precaution, always make sure that the MD400 is already
in your hand before you insert or remove the SIM card.

Power Considerations

In almost all cases, the MD400 works correctly when connected to one USB port, either directly or
using the supplied extension cable. If you experience the problems listed below, your PC or USB hub
may be failing to provide sufficient power to the MD400.

• The MD400 fails to start

• The MD400 is shown as Disabled in Device Manager

• Windows presents a message to say that the device is not operating

• The MD400 malfunctions when a connection is made

• Data transfers frequently stall

16 Additional information

Generic SEMC Limited warranty

Limited Warranty

Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB, Nya Vattentornet, SE-221 88 Lund, Sweden,
(Sony Ericsson) or its local affiliated company, provides this Limited Warranty for your mobile
phone, original accessory delivered with your mobile phone, and/or your mobile computing product
(hereinafter referred to as "Product").

Should your Product need warranty service, please return it to the dealer from whom it was
purchased, or contact your local Sony Ericsso n Call Cent er (national rates may apply) or visit
www.sonyericsson.com to get further information.

Warranty requirements may differ by country or region. Please visit www.sonyericsson.com/support
to review the Sony Ericsson warranty applicable to the country or region where you purchased your
product, which may differ from the default generic warranty included with your user materials.

OUR WARRANTY
Subject to the conditions of this Limited Warranty, Sony Ericsson warrants this Product to be free

from defects in design, material and workmanship at the time of its original purchase by a consumer.
This Limited Warranty will last for a period of one (1) year as from the original date of purchase of
the Product.

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WHAT WE WILL DO
If, during the warranty period, this Product fails to operate under normal use and service, due to

defects in design, materials or workmanship, Sony Ericsson authorized distributors or service
partners, in the country* where you purchased the Product, will, at their option, either repair or
replace the Product in accordance with the terms and conditions stipulated herein.

Sony Ericsson and its service partners reserve the right to charge a handling fee if a returned Product
is found not to be under warranty according to the conditions below.

Please note that some of your personal settings, downloads and other information may be lost when
your Sony Ericsson Product is repaired or replaced. At present Sony Ericsson may be prevented by
applicable law, other regulation or technical restrictions from making a backup copy of certain
downloads. Sony Ericsson does not take any responsibility for any lost information of any kind and
will not reimburse you for any such loss. You should always make backup copies of all the
information stored on your Sony Ericsson Product such as downloads, calendar and contacts before
handing in your Sony Ericsson Product fo r repair or replacement.

CONDITIONS

1. This Limited Warranty is valid only if the original proof of purchase for this Product issued by a
Sony Ericsson authorized dealer specifying the date of purchase and serial number**, is
presented with the Product to be repaired or replaced. Sony Ericsson reserves the right to refuse
warranty service if this information has been removed or changed after the original purchase of
the Product from the dealer.

2. If Sony Ericsson repairs or replaces the Product, the repair for the defect concerned, or the
replaced Product shall be warranted for the remaining time of the original warranty period or for
ninety (90) days from the date of repair, whichever is longer. Repair or replacement may involve
the use of functionally equivalent reconditioned units. Replaced parts or components will
become the property of Sony Ericsson.

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3. This warranty does not cover any failure of the Product due to normal tear and wear, or due to
misuse, including but not limited to use in other than the normal and customary manner, in
accordance with the Sony Ericsson instructions for use and maintenance of the Product. Nor
does this warranty cover any failure of the Product due to accident, software or hardware
modification or adjustment, acts of God or damage resulting from liquid.

A rechargeable battery can be charged and discharged more than a hundred times. However, it
will eventually wear out - this is not a defect and corresponds to normal wear and tear. When the
talk-time or standby time is noticeably shorter, it is time to replace your battery. Sony Ericsson
recommends that you use only batteries and chargers approved by Sony Ericsson.

Minor variations in display brightness and colour may occur between the phones. There may be
tiny bright or dark dots on the display. These are called defective pixels and occur when
individual dots have malfunctioned and can not be adjusted. Two defective pixels are deemed
acceptable.

Minor variations in camera image appearance may occur between phones. This is nothing
uncommon and is not regarded as a defective camera module.

4. Since the cellular system on which the Product is to operate is provided by a carrier independent
from Sony Ericsson , So ny Ericsson will not be responsible for the operation, availabili ty,
coverage, services or range of that system.

5. This warranty does not cover Product failures caused by installations, modifications, or repair or
opening of the Product performed by a non-Sony Ericsson authorised person.

6. The warranty does not cover Product failures which have been caused by use of accessories or
other peripheral devices which are not Sony Ericsson branded original accessories intended for
use with the Product.

7. Tampering with any of the seals on the Product will void the warranty.

8. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WHETHER WRITTEN OR ORAL, OTHER
THAN THIS PRINTED LIMITED WARRANTY. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO
THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL Sony Ericsson
OR ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS
OR COMMERCIAL LOSS; TO THE FULL EXTENT THOSE DAMAGES CAN BE
DISCLAIMED BY LAW.

Some countries/states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitation of the duration of implied warranties, so the preceding limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.

The warranty provided does not affect the consumer's statutory rights under applicable legislation in
force, nor the consumer's rights against the dealer arising from their sales / purchase contract.

*GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF THE WARRANTY
If you have purchased your Product in a country member of the European Economic Area (EEA) or

in Switzerland or the Republic of Turkey, and such Product was intended for sale in the EEA or in
Switzerland or in Turkey, you can have your Product serviced in any EEA country or in Switzerland
or in Turkey, under the warranty conditions prevailing in the country in which you require servicing,
provided that an identical Product is sold in such country by an authorised Sony Ericsson distributor.

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To find out if your Product is sold in the country you are in, please call the local Sony Ericsson Call
Center. Please observe that certain services may not be possible elsewhere than in the country of
original purchase, for example due to the fact that your Product may have an interior or exterior
which is different from equivalent models sold in other countries. Please note in addition that it may
sometimes not be possible to repair SIM-locked Products.

** In some countries/regions additional information (such as a valid warranty card) may be
requested.

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Technical specifications

General

Product name MD400
System GSM 850

E-GSM 900
GSM 1800
GSM 1900
UMTS 850 (band V)
UMTS 1900 (band II)
UMTS 2100 (band I)

USB Device Type USB 2.0, High Speed USB Device
Services supported GSM: GPRS/EDGE, SMS, USSD

UMTS: Packet-Switched, HSDPA, HSUPA, Circuit-Switched, SMS, USSD
Speech services are not supported
GPS Positioning (MD400g only)

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SIM Card Small plug-in card, 3V and 1.8V type

MD400 Type Number FAD-3232022-BV
MD400g Type Number FAD-3232023-BV
MD400 FCC ID PY7F3232022
MD400g FCC ID PY7F3232023
MD400 IC 4170B-F3232022
MD400g IC 4170B-F3232023
Industry Canada

Statement

Exterior description

Size Length: 70mm

Weight MD400 and MD400g: 33.5 grams, excluding SIM card
Battery Powered via the USB port.

Regular (non-GPRS-aware) and GPRS-aware SIMs supported
USIM

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Width: 28mm
Height: 15mm

Antenna GSM/UMTS antenna (Main)

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GPS antenna (MD400g only)
Diversity (HSPA)

Ambient temperatures

Operating -10 to 55 degrees C
Storage -20 to 65 degrees C

Environmental Compliance

Directives WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive)

Application support

Windows Sony Ericsson Wireless Manager

Apple Macintosh launch2net - Sony Ericsson Edition

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RoHS (Restriction of use of certain Hazardous Substances)

Third-party software that might be provided by your mobile operator

Third-party software that might be provided by your mobile operator

Electrical characteristics

Nominal operating voltage 5V
Average Idle Power (GPRS attached) <500mW
Data Transfer Power

(Worst case with GPS enabled)

Note:

All power consumptions are at nominal voltage.

GSM performance and technical characteristics

Dimension Modulation Power classes
GSM 850 GMSK/8-PSK Class 4 (2W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);

GSM 900
E-GSM 900

GSM 1800 GMSK/8-PSK Class 1 (1W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS

GMSK/8-PSK Class 4 (2W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS 1-4 (GMSK);

<4.0W

Class E2 (0.5W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)

Class E2 (0.5W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)

1-4 (GMSK);
Class E2 (0.4W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)

GSM 1900 GMSK/8-PSK Class 1 (1W) for GSM/GPRS and EGPRS/MCS

1-4 (GMSK);
Class E2 (0.4W) for EGPRS/MCS 5-9 (8-PSK)

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GSM features supported

ME SIM Lock Network

Online services (SIM-AT) Supported (R99)
USIM Application Toolkit Supported

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Network Subset
Service Provider
Corporate

USSD Phase 2+

GPRS technical data

Data Rates Multislot class 10 supported (see table below).

Mode of Operation Class B (attaches to both GSM and GPRS at the same time).
IP Connectivity PDP type IP is supported

SMS over GPRS Mobile Originated and Mobile Terminated
Compression TCP/IP Header Compression (RFC1144 and RFC 2507)

GPRS Encryption GEA1 and GEA2
GPRS IP allocation Dynamic

GPRS maximum data rates

CS-1

9.05 kb/s

Support is provided via AT commands; No MMI is provided

Coding schemes: CS-1, CS-2, CS-3 and CS-4

IPv4

V42bis

Static

CS-2

13.4 kb/s

CS-3

15.6 kb/s

CS-4

21.4 kb/s

4 + 1 RX 36.2 53.6 62.4 85.6

TX 9.05 13.4 15.6 21.4

3 + 2 RX 27.15 40.2 46.8 64.2

TX 18.1 26.8 31.2 42.8

Speed achieved depends on the Coding Scheme supported by the GSM network. The speeds given
are maxima. Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee the speed at which your network will operate.

Data rate is the payload per slot: header plus data.

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EDGE technical data

Device class EDGE Class 10
Modulation Coding Schemes MCS-1 to MCS-9
EDGE features Link Adaptation

EDGE maximum data rates

Coding scheme Data rate per slot Rx Tx Rx Tx
MCS-1 10.60 42.40 10.60 31.80 21.20
MCS-2 13.00 52.00 13.00 39.00 26.00
MCS-3 16.60 66.40 16.60 49.80 33.20

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Incremental Redundancy
Extended Uplink Temporary Block Flow (TBF)
Network Assisted Cell Change (NACC)

4 + 1 3 + 2

MCS-4 19.40 77.60 19.40 58.20 38.80
MCS-5 24.05 96.20 24.05 72.15 48.10
MCS-6 31.25 125.00 31.25 93.75 62.50
MCS-7 47.45 189.80 47.45 142.35 94.90
MCS-8 57.05 228.20 57.05 171.15 114.10
MCS-9 61.85 247.40 61.85 185.55 123.70

Speed achieved depends on the Coding scheme supported by the GSM Network. The speeds given
are maxima, Sony Ericsson cannot guarantee the speed at which your network will operate.

Data rate is the payload per slot: header plus data.

UMTS technical data

Power class Class 3 (0.25W, 24dBm)
Maximum Downlink speed 384kb/s
Maximum Uplink speed 384kb/s
UMTS features Inter-Mode Handover (UMTS/EDGE/GPRS)

Quality Of Service UMTS classes supported via AT Command
Modes PDP type IP is supported

IP Allocation Static, Dynamic
R4 Enhancements Extended TBF Uplink

Inter-Mode Re-selection (UMTS/EDGE/GPRS)

IPv4

Network Assisted Cell Change (NACC)

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HSPA technical data

Maximum Downlink speed 7.2Mb/s
HSPA Categories 1-8, 11, 12

HSUPA technical data

Maximum Uplink speed 2.0Mb/s
HSUPA Categories 4 (10ms) and 5

SMS Technical Data

Concatenated SMS Supported in Wireless Manager or via third party software
SMS Cell Broadcast Supported via AT Commands.
SMS interface Wireless Manager.

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AT Command.

Firmware upgrade

MD400 firmware upgrade

Software upgrade

Wireless Manager Upgrade Internet download

GPS specifications.

Specification Description

Interface USB virtual COM port

Protocol NMEA 0183 v2.0

Port access Simultaneous port open for multiple GPS applications.

Channels 8 hardware channels Up to 20 satellite tracking via software channels

Antennas Built-in GPS antenna.

Receiver modes Standalone

Via secure Internet download using the Sony Ericsson Update Service,
www.sonyericsson.com/support or at Sony Ericsson Service Points

Assisted Start

Performance Standalone Cold start TTFF < 60 seconds @ -130dBm

Assisted Start Cold start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm

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Hot start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm

Hot start TTFF < 10s @ -130dBm
Cold start TTFF < 60s @ -150dBm

Flash Memory Card.

Specification Description

Type M2 Memory Stick Micro™

Max size 32 GB

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MicroSD™

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Index

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A

antenna 9
Apple

Mac OS X 13

C

Communications summary 1
Configurations 10

direct USB connection 10
powered hub 11

Connecting your PC400 10

D

declaration of conformity v

E

EDGE

definition 2
maximum data rates 23
technical data 23

F

FCC vi, vii
firmware 24
firmware upgrade 24

G

GPRS

definition 2
maximum data rates 22

technical data 22
GPS 9
GSM

features supported 22

performance 21
guidelines

children 15

overview 15

personal medical devices 15

recommendations 15

SIM handling 16

H

hardware

overview 3
requirements 14
SIM card 4

HSDPA

technical data 24

HSPA

definition 1

I

Internet 24

L

Lanyard

install 6
launch2net – Sony Ericsson Edition 13
LEDs

status 4

M

Memory card

access 8

format 7

install 7

removal 8

slot 7
Mobile Broadband Modem

disposal of 16

N

network

requirements 9

P

packaging, checklist 1, 7
personal medical devices, guidelines 15

R

requirements

hardware 14

network and subscription 9

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S

SIM card 4

guidelines 16

SMS

definition 2
technical data 24

software

Apple Macintosh 13
launch2net – Sony Ericsson Edition 13
overview 13
third-party applications 13

Wireless Manager 13
specifications 20
support

Sony Ericsson Website ix

T

technical specifications 20
third-party applications 13

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U

UMTS

definition 2

technical data 23
USB

1.1 and 2.0 12

Interface 3

V

VPN 14

W

warranty

limited 17
Wireless Manager

description 13

Index 27