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Check your system requirements
1. USB port x 1 (USB 1.0 or 2.0)
2. System Requirements:
a. PC - Windows 2000 / XP / Vista
b. Mac - OS X 10.4.11 and above
CPU 1GHz Pentium or above
Hard Disk 20GB or above
RAM 512M or above
Display 800 x 600 minimum
3. Y ou need to hav e Administrator rights to install
and run the software
4. We suggest you switch off your anti-virus software
before installing the USB modem. In some cases
protection software can prevent automatic
installation. It is possible to start the installation
process manually by clicking the Autorun icon
when it appears.
Tip
Remember to keep your plastic SIM card holder. It
contains your PIN number which you may need later.

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Get to know your Telecom
MF636 USB Modem
1. USIM Holder (thumb catch to open the tray)
2. MicroSDTMHC Card Slot
3. USB Connector
4. Modem Cover
Tip
Before inserting the modem into your computer,
please power on your computer and wait until the
operating system is fully loaded.

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Insert your SIM Card
1. Open the modem cover and slide out the SIM
tray using the thumb catch.
2. Insert the SIM card as shown with the gold
contacts facing down and the bevelled edge on
the left hand side.
3. Push the SIM card in as far as it will go.
Note: When correctly inserted the thumb catch
on the SIM tray is visible and not covered by the
SIM card.

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Insert the modem into your
computer
The installation and management software is pre-loaded
onto your USB modem. Simply insert your modem into
your computer and follow the instructions on-screen.
Y ou’ll be up and connected in about 5 minutes.
The USB modem is a Plug and Play device. Once
inserted your system will automatically detect the
new hardware and start to install the software. Be
patient as it may take some time for your computer
to recognise the modem.
If nothing happens your system configuration may
be preventing Autorun.
Tips to resolve
• Windows users: Double click the Autorun icon
to start the software installation. (Start > My
Computer > ZTEMODEM > Autorun.exe)
• MAC users: Go to Computer open the CD-ROM
named ZTE MODEM, and double click the Telecom
Connection Manager icon.

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The installation method shown below is for Windows
XP. Other operating systems will follow a similar but
not necessarily identical installation process:

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Read the license agreement, choose ‘I accept….’,
then click Next to continue…

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Press Next to accept the default folder location, or
press Change to define your own path.

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Please wait a few seconds for the installation to
proceed…
Click Finish to complete the installation.

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Connect to the internet
After installation the Telecom Connection Manager
will launch automatically. Your modem will continue
installing for a couple of minutes. You’ll be ready to
go as soon as you see the Connect button.

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LED indicator Modem Status
Red Offline. Not registered on the net
work
Green solid Registered on the 2G network
(Roaming)
Green blinking Active data transfer on the
2G network (Roaming)
Blue solid Registered on the 3G network
Blue blinking Active data transfer on the
3G network
• The installation will create a new shortcut on
your desktop and a new program listing under
Start-Programs
• You may have to reboot your PC or MAC after
installation is complete
• If you have problems with the installation please
contact your supplier or see our website, www.
zte.co.nz/ for more assistance and FAQ’s
• If you can’t connect to the internet check your
SIM card is inserted correctly.

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Using your MF636 USB Modem
• Press Connect to establish a data connection
using your USB modem
• Launch your intended application, eg web browser,
Email etc.
• When you have finished your internet or email
connection remember to return to the software
interface and press Disconnect to end your
session
• When the software is minimized double click the
icon on the task bar to re-open the Connection
Manager. See the taskbar icon descriptions on
Page 15.
TIP
After the computer wakes from hibernation or
standby mode you may need to remove and
insert the modem.

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Connected State
Press Disconnect to end your session when finished.

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Safe Removal of Hardware
To remove your USB modem from the computer first
close the Telecom Connection Manager then use
the safe removal of hardware process. If you remove
the USB modem when it is active the modem software
and related information (eg Phonebook records) may
become corrupted.
Safely remove the modem
• Eg in Windows XP, left click the icon on the
Windows taskbar
• Click on Safely Remove Hardware
• Remove the USB modem.

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Network signal strength
Current network connection type
New SMS message
Red Computer icon - internet Not Connected
Green Computer icon - internet Connected
Green arrow icon - modem inserted into the
computer
Red arrow icon - modem not inserted into
the computer
Orange arrow icon - modem is offline
Green SIM icon – SIM card is inserted
Red SIM icon – SIM card is not inserted
Connection - P is packet switched, C is circuit
switched
Using the Card Manager Software
System Icons

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Modem is ready to connect to Internet
There is a new SMS message
Green - Internet is Connected
Green - Modem is inserted into the computer
Red - Modem is not inserted into the computer
Orange - Modem is Offline
Red – SIM card is not inserted
No network signal
Task Bar Information
When you minimize the software the window will
minimize to an icon on the system tray. The program
is still active in the background but disappears to free
your normal Windows space. Double click the task bar
icon to restore the Telecom Connection Manager.
The current status is also shown on the taskbar
icons:
Task bar icons

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Device offline Disconnect the modem from
the network
Device online Connect the modem to the
network
Factory Settings Restore the modem settings
to their original values
Help Enter the Help interface
About View software and hardware
versions
Exit Close the software and switch
off the modem
Task bar menu
Right Click the task bar icon to access the following
menu:

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Internet connection records
From the Connect screen press Internet
Connection Records to show your connection
history:
The internet connection records are for information
only.

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SMS Interface
Click the SMS icon to use the SMS Interface:

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Read Incoming Messages
Click the Inbox button to read your received
messages.

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• Select Yes to confirm
• After the message has been sent successfully it
will be saved in the Outbox
• If the message fails to send it will be saved in
Drafts.
• Click New Message and enter the recipient’s
number
• The recipient’s number can be entered directly or
by selecting entries from the Phonebook
• Use ‘;’ to separate multiple recipients
• Click into the text field to enter text
• The interface will show total characters used
• Click Send to send the message. The prompt
screen below will appear:

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SMS General Features
Enter any of the Inbox / Outbox / Drafts to use
the tabs at the bottom of the window:
Read Read the selected SMS
Reply Reply to the selected SMS
Forward Forward the SMS to other recipients
Move Save the SMS on the PC or SIM card
Delete Delete the selected SMS
Save Save the phone number from the
message to the contacts phonebook
Cancel Return to the SMS interface
Notes
• If you want to select several messages, you can
use the Ctrl or Shift keys (Windows)
• New messages cannot be received when the SIM
card is full
• The system will indicate the SIM card is full.
Messages cannot be saved until some are deleted
by the user.

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PhoneBook
Click the PhoneBook button to select the phonebook
interface.

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To create a new contact click New t New Contact,
enter the details and select OK to finish.
You can choose the Save location as the PC or the
USIM card.
The default location is on the SIM Card.

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PhoneBook Notes:
• If your stored location (Folder) is PC then you
can also create a new Group
• To create a new group: Click New t New Group
and enter the group name
• Select contacts from the list on the right and
drag them to the group location.
If a contact is selected, you can carry out the
following additional steps using the tabs on the
bottom of the screen:
View View the selected contact’s information
Delete Delete contacts or groups
SMS Send messages to the mobile phone
number selected
Save as Save the contact information to a
TXT file on your PC
Edit Edit the contact information

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Settings
Click the Settings button to select the settings
interface.
Connection Settings:

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There is no need to change these settings as they
are pre-configured for your network. If you change
networks or are roaming you may need to modify
some settings. Consult your service provider for more
information.
New Connection for Corporate Users and IT
Administrators
If you have a private VPN you may need to create
a new connection configuration. This feature is
designed for IT Administrators in a corporate
environment and is generally not required to be
changed by end users.
Add Add new configuration files
Delete Delete the selected configuration file
Edit Edit the selected configuration file
Set Set the selected profile as your
Default default connection

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PIN enable - The PIN code is provided with your
SIM card. Consult your service provider if you forget
your PIN.
Backup Contacts, Messages and Connection
Records - Create a local backup of Phonebook and
SMS.
Security Settings

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Network Settings
These settings are pre-configured for your network.
There is no need to change any of these settings.
Consult your service provider for more information.

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Message Settings
These settings are pre-configured for your network.
There is no need to change any of these settings.
Consult your service provider for more information.

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Inserting a MicroSD
TM
card
You can use the modem as a flash drive to store
and transfer files. Insert a MicroSDTM card into the
side port shown on page 2.
MicroSDTM cards supported to 2GB are F AT 16 format.
MicroSDTM HC cards supported to 4GB are FAT 32
format.
If you want to remove the modem please use the
Safe Removal of Hardware to stop the removable
disk first. For more details see the Safe Removal of
Hardware process.
Help
Click Help button to access the system help
and user guide.

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Problem
The user
interface
doesn’t start
after the
modem is
plugged in.
The modem
has no
signal.
Possible Causes
PC configuration
is not correct.
(No autorun)
The antenna is
at the wrong
angle or
position.
You have no
network
coverage.
Suggested Solution
Start the program
manually by going
Start > Program Files
or use the shortcut on
the desktop.
Adjust the angle and
position of the USB
modem.
Try moving location
until you get good
reception.
Troubleshooting
If you have any problems with your connection or
modem please consult the manual and check this
section. If the problem still exists contact your
service provider or check our website for more details
at www.zte.co.nz

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Problem
Message
sent failed.
Data
connection
failed.
Possible Causes
You have not
entered your
PIN number at
start up.
The SMS centre
number isn’t
correct.
You have no
network
coverage.
The APN
configuration is
wrong
Suggested Solution
Restart the
application and
enter your PIN
number. If the PIN is
invalid you cannot
connect to the
network.
Check with your with
service provider and
enter the correct
number in the
Message settings.
Try moving location
until you get good
reception.
Check with your
service provider and
set the APN in the
configuration
settings.

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Problem
Data connection failed.
The modem
cannot
connect to
the internet
when abroad.
No warning
tone.
The MicroSD
TM
card cannot
be read or is
not found.
Possible Causes
The manual
network
selection is
wrong.
You are using
the wrong APN.
You don’t have
roaming
enabled on
your plan.
The PC
soundcard is
disabled or on
low volume.
Re-insert the
MicroSD
TM
card.
The maximum
recommended
capacity is 4GB
SDHC card.
Suggested Solution
Select the correct
network for your
service provider.
Restore Automatic
mode.
Consult your service
provider.
Contact your service
provider before you
go overseas to enable roaming.
Check the audio
card and adjust the
volume.
Try another
MicroSD
TM
card and
make sure the capacity and format is
correct.

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Software Removal
If you wish to uninstall the application please follow
the procedure below:
Start tPrograms tTelecom Connection Manager
t Uninstall
Follow the prompts and press Yes to continue.
MAC Users – drag the application folder to the Tr ash
bin.

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Precautions and Safety Information
Q
Some electronic devices are susceptible to
electromagnetic interference. The modem is a
transmitting device and may cause interference to
sensitive electronic equipment such as audio systems,
vehicle systems and medical equipment. Please
consult the manufacturer of the other device before
using the modem.
Q
Operating of laptop or desktop PCs with the modem
may interfere with medical devices like hearing aids
and pacemakers. Please keep the modem more than
20 centimetres away from such medical devices. Turn
the modem off if necessary. Consult a physician or
the manufacturer of the medical device before using
the modem near such devices.
Q
Be aware of the regulations when using the modem
at places such as oil refineries or chemical factories,
where there are explosive gases or explosive
products being processed. Turn off your modem as
instructed.
Q
Don’t touch the antenna area unnecessarily whilst
connected. This can affect your modem performance
and reduce the signal quality.
Q
Store the modem out of the reach of children. The
modem may cause injury or get damaged.

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Q
The modem contains sensitive electronic circuitry. Do
not expose the modem to any liquids, high
temperatures or shock.
Q
Only use original accessories or accessories that are
authorized by the manufacturer. Using unauthorized
accessories may affect your modem’s performance,
damage your modem and violate related national
regulations.
Q
Avoid using the modem in areas that emit
electromagnetic waves or in enclosed metallic
structures eg lifts.
Q
The modem is not waterproof. Please keep it dry and
store it in a cool, dry place.
Q
Don’t use the modem immediately after a sudden
temperature change eg from an air conditioned
environment to high temperature and humidity
outside. In such cases there could be condensing
moisture inside the modem which can cause internal
damage. Unplug the modem and leave it for 30
minutes before use.
Q
Always handle the modem with care. Be careful not
to drop or bend the modem.
Q
There are no user serviceable parts inside the
modem. Unauthorised dismantling or repair will void
the warranty.

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Radiation from Electronic Devices
The USB Wireless modem is a transmitting device
with similar output power to a mobile phone. It uses
an internal antenna to connect to the mobile network.
To get the best performance from your device do
not cover or shield the device in any way as this will
lead to increased output power. Always leave a clear
space around the device to allow the transmit and
receive signals to propagate. SAR tests have been
completed and comply with the Australia and New
Zealand regulatory requirements.
Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility that the
product(s) detailed in this manual, and in combination
with our accessories, conform with the essential
requirements of The Radio Communications Standard
(Electro-magnetic Radiation Human Exposure) 2003
and the Australian Communications and Media
Authority Section 376 of the Telecommunications
Act 1997.
Z1 196

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Technical Specifications
Network and
Band compatibility
Dimensions
Weight
Data Rate
Voltage
Current
Consumption
Max Emitted
Power
HSUPA/HSDPA/UMTS 850 MHz
HSUPA/HSDPA/UMTS 1900 MHz
HSUPA/HSDPA/UMTS 2100 MHz
GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850 MHz
GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900 MHz
GSM/GPRS/EDGE 1800 MHz
GSM/GPRS/EDGE 1900 MHz
86.5mm x 26.6mm x 10.4mm
Approx. 40g
HSDPA Mode up to 7.2Mbps*
HSUPA Mode up to 2.0 Mbps*
UMTS Mode up to 384 Kbps*
EDGE Mode up to 236.8 Kbps*
GPRS Mode up to 57.6 Kbps*
5V
Resting: 100mA rms
Max: 450mA rms
In 3G WCDMA Mode: 250mW
In 2G GSM/GPRS Mode: 2W

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Interface
Operating
systems
Functions
MicroSDHC
memory
card
Temperature
Range
USB 2.0
Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 & SP3,
Vista
Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and above
High speed wireless data, internet,
MicroSDHC card, SMS
4GB on MicroSDTMHC card 2GB on
MicroSD
TM
-5ºC to +45ºC
* Actual speeds will be less. Speeds may vary due to
congestion, distance from the cell, local conditions, hardware,
software and other factors.