Vodafone VC701SI User Manual

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Vodafone Connect Card (VC701SI).

● Before using the VC701SI, please read this manual for proper operating instructions.

● After reading this manual, store it for future reference.

The VC701SI is W-CDMA compatible.

The required operating environment for the VC701SI is as follows:

A personal computer equipped with either a Type II Compact Flash slot or a Type II PC Card

slot (using the PC Card adapter) and running:

・Windows XP
・Windows 2000
・Windows Me
・Windows 98 Second Edition

Depending on the peripherals connected and the software used, there may be compatibility

issues even with computers that match the above requirements.

For information about computers and PDAs tested to work with the VC701SI, or for technical

information, such as the setting method on PDA, please visit the Seiko Instruments Inc.

website: http://www.sii.co.jp/vc/

NOTE:

VC701SI supports originated data transmission.

Please note:

• Unauthorized copying of any part of this manual is prohibited.

• Manual contents are subject to change without prior notice.

• Every effort was made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this manual. If you feel

there have been any omissions or if you have any questions, please contact Customer Service

( see page 29).

• All product or equipment names are the registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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What's Included

Contact the store where you purchased the Vodafone Connect Card if any of the following items are
missing from the box.

This adapter is for use only with the VC701SI.
It cannot be used with other CF cards.

●

Vodafone Connect Card (VC701SI)

●

Setup CD-ROM

●

PC Card Adapter

●

External Antenna

●

External Antenna Clip

●

Start up Guide

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Safety Precautions

• Read this manual before using this product, follow the instructions, and keep it for future
reference.

• Be sure to follow the cautionary markings and notes provided in this manual and printed on
this product to prevent injury and to prevent damage to property.

• If children are to be using this product, a parent or guardian should read this manual and
advise them of the proper usage.

•

The words "this product" refer to all of the included items outlined on page 2.

• An explanation of the markings and symbols used in this manual is provided below. Please
make note of their meanings before continuing.

■ Explanation of Markings

1: Serious injuries include injuries that have after-effects or that require hospitalization or extended treatment,

including loss of eyesight, burns (high and low temperature), electric shock, broken bones, or poisoning.

2:

Injuries include light shocks or minor burns that do not require hospitalization or extended treatment.

3: Physical damage broadly refers to damage to buildings, property, pets, etc.

■ Explanation of Symbols

■ Escape Clause

•

Vodafone takes no responsibility for damages occurring as a result of earthquake, lightning,

storms or

floods, use by third parties, accidents, negligence, or other misuses of this product.

•

Vodafone

takes no responsibility for damages occurring as a result of the use of this product, or
the inability to use this product, including, but not limited to, the alteration or erasure of stored
information, the loss of business profits, or the interruption of business.

•

Vodafone

takes no responsibility for damages caused by usage of this product that does not

comply with the proper usage outlined in this manual.

•

Vodafone

takes no responsibility for damages caused by incompatibilities between this product

and peripherals or software not supplied by

Vodafone.

Marking

Danger

An imminently hazardous situation which will result in death or serious
injury.

1

A potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious

injury.

1

A potentially hazardous situation which may result in minor2to

moderate injury.

3

Warning

Caution

Meaning

Symbol

Prohibited

Indicates prohibited actions. The specific details of what is prohibited are
explained with pictures and text inside or around the symbol.

Indicates compulsory actions. The specific details of what is required
are explained with pictures and text inside or around the symbol.

Compulsory

Meaning

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Danger

Do not disassemble, modify, or attempt to repair this product.
This can lead to fire or electric shock. Any attempt to modify this product is in violation
of the Wireless Telegraphy Act. If this product malfunctions, contact your nearest
Vodafone Shop or Customer Service.

( See page 29)

Do Not

Disassemble

Do Not

Burn

Do Not

Burn

Do Not

Get Wet

Do Not

Get Wet

Do Not

Get Wet

Do not place this product into fire or inflict heat to it.
This can result in this product emitting heat, exploding, or catching fire. If this product
becomes wet, do not attempt to dry it using any kind of heater.

Do not place this product next to a fire, a heater, or in any other high-temperature location.
This can result in this product emitting heat, exploding, catching fire, or in the loss of
USIM card data.

Do not allow this product to become wet with water, sweat, seawater or other liquids.
This can result in this product overheating, exploding, catching fire, or in the loss of
USIM card data. If you accidentally drop this product in water, please contact your
nearest Vodafone Shop or call Customer Service.

( See page 29)

Do not leave this product outdoors, in bathrooms or other areas likely to be exposed
to moisture.
This can result in this product emitting heat, exploding, catching fire, or in the loss of
USIM card data.

Do not place vessels containing liquid, such as cups or flower vases, near this product.
If this product becomes wet, it can result in this product emitting heat, exploding,
catching fire, or in the loss of USIM card data.

Do not drop this product or expose it to strong shock.
This can result in this product emitting heat, exploding, catching fire, or in the loss of
USIM card data.

Prohibited

Do not use this product in flammable atomosphere, such as petrol stations.
If you used this product in a place where there is petroleum vapour or fine dust, it may
cause fire or explosion.

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Do not use this product while driving a motor vehicle.
This can cause traffic accidents. Using a your handset while driving is prohibited by law.
Park in a designated parking area if you wish to use this product in a motor vehicle.

Compulsory

Warning

Do not use this product next to precision electronic equipment.
This can result in interference with the equipment. Examples of equipment that might be
adversely affected: pacemakers, hearing aids and other medical devices, smoke
detectors, automatic doors, etc. Anyone using medical devices should ask the
manufacturer of the device about the possibility and consequences of interference by
electromagnetic waves.

When not using this product for an extended period of time, please remove this product
from your computer or PDA.
Failing to do so can result in electric shocks, fires, or malfunctions.

Do not use this product aboard airplanes or in other areas where its use is prohibited.

It can

adversely affect electronic devices and lead to accidents.

Immediately discontinue use of this product if you hear thunder.
Failing to do so can result in the user being struck by lighting or otherwise being shocked.

If you see smoke or smell an abnormal odor while using this product, or if it becomes
damaged, immediately discontinue use and contact your nearest Vodafone Shop or
Customer Service.

( See page 29)

It is possible that the electromagnetic waves produced when using this product can
adversely affect implanted pacemakers or defibrillators nearby. Please adhere to the
following precautions.

1. If you have an implanted pacemaker or defibrillator, be sure to use and carry this
product at least 22 cm away from the location of the implanted device.

2. Do not use this product in a crowded commuter train or other crowded area because
you might come in contact with persons using implanted pacemakers or defibrillators.
It is possible for the electromagnetic waves used in this product to adversely affect
the operation of implanted pacemakers and similar devices.

Prohibited

Compulsory

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3. Please observe the following instructions when in a medical institution.

• Do not bring this product into an operating room, intensive care unit (ICU) or
coronary care unit (CCU).

• Do not use this product while in a hospital ward.

•

Do not use this product next to any medical devices, even in places like a hospital lobby.

• If the medical institution has its own set of rules about devices that must not be
used or brought into the building, you must abide by those rules.

4. When using medical devices other than implanted pacemakers or defibrillators
outside of a medical institution (such as when recuperating at home) please contact
the manufacturer of the devices in question to determine any possible effects from
electromagnetic waves.

The content in this manual complies with the recommendations outlined in
"Guidelines for Preventing Adverse Effects on Medical Devices Due to the
Electromagnetic Waves Present During Cellular Phone Use" (published by the
Council on Preventing Unwanted Electromagnetic Interference, April 1997) and uses
information taken from "A Research Study Report on the Effects of Electromagnetic Waves
on Medical Devices" (Association of Radio Industries and Businesses, March 2001).

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Caution

Do not use or store this product in direct sunlight, in a hot automobile, or other places
that can reach high temperatures.
This can result in this product emitting heat, catching fire, or in the loss of USIM
card data.

Keep this product out of the reach of children.
Do not allow children to play with the cables or other parts of this product. This could
result in injury. In addition, parts of this product pose a choking hazard if ingested.

Do not use if product has any effects on motor vehicle.
When using this product in a motor vehicle, there are rare cases where this product can
adversely affect the electrical devices in the motor vehicle. As this can affect the ability
to safely operate the motor vehicle, do not use this product in this case.

Do not place this product on a shaky, slanted, or other unstable surface.
This can result in injuries due to this product falling.

Do not touch this product with sweaty hands, or store in the pocket of sweaty clothing.
This can result in this product emitting heat or malfunctioning.

Do not use this product in crowded places.
This product's antenna might hit other people, causing injury. In addition, using this
product in a crowd may be a nuisance to those around you.

Ta ke care not to get lint or dust on the connectors of this product.
Dust or lint on the connectors could cause this product to malfunction.

When using this product, maintain a minimum distance of 1 cm from your body.

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Part

Polyethylene terephthalate resin
ABS resin
Copper/Nickel plating
Copper/Boron plating, lubricating plating

Polycarbonate resin + GF20%
Stainless steel

PET resin

LCP resin

Steel/Nickel plating

Polycarbonate resin + GF20%

Polycarbonate resin + GF10%

Stainless steel

PET resin

PBT resin

LCP resin

PPS resin

Copper alloy

Stainless steel

Copper alloy

ABS resin

Polyolefin resin

Copper alloy / Nickel plating

ABS resin

Polypropylene resin

Polyethylene resin

Antenna

VC701SI PC Card Adapter

External

Antenna

External

Antenna Clip

CD-ROM

Packaging

Outer case

Stickers

CF connector

Screws

Cover for external
antenna jack

Eject lever

Outer cover

Stickers

Frame

68 pin connector

Shutter

Contact Spring

Shutter lock spring

Contacts

Outer case

Cable

Connector

Holder

EPDM + Polyethylene resinBush

PC / ABS resinClip

EPDMCushion

Curable acrylic resinLabel side

Polycarbonate resinData side

Outer case

Air cushion

Materials Used/Surface Finishing Technique

If you accidentally swallow any part of this product or feel any unusual sensations on your

skin during or after use, consult a physician immediately.

This product uses the following materials and surface finishing techniques.

Caution

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● Be careful not to hurt your hands or fingers when removing the USIM card.

● Use the USIM card only with Vodafone K.K. approved devices. Using this product in

non-approved devices can lead to data loss or malfunction.
For information about approved products, please contact Customer Service ( see page 29).

● Please store this product out of the reach of children. Children could be injured if they
were to accidentally swallow this product.

● Do not use unnecessary force when inserting or removing the USIM card.

●

Do not attempt to disassemble or modify

this product

. This can result in data loss or

malfunction.

● The USIM card may become warm during use, but this is not a malfunction. Continue
using this product as normal.

● The user will take all responsibility for any malfunctions encountered when using this
product with another company's IC Card reader or with other similar products.
Vodafone takes no responsibility for such malfunctions.

● Do not drop the USIM card or subject it to shock. This can result in malfunction.

●

Do not bend the USIM card or place heavy objects on top of it. This can result in malfunction.

● Do not get the USIM card wet. Water or pet urine coming into contact with this product
can result in malfunction.

● Do not damage the IC chip on the USIM card. This can result in malfunction.

● Do not put the USIM card into fire or heat it. This can result in the chip melting, emitting

heat or smoke, and in the loss of data or other malfunctions.

● Ta ke care not to accidentally touch the IC Chip area or to cause a short. This can result
in loss of data or other malfunctions.

●

Do not store the USIM Card next to a fire or heater, or any other location that can reach a
high temperature. This can result in

this product

melting, emitting heat or smoke, and in

the loss of data or other malfunctions.

Handling the USIM Card

Caution

Compulsory

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