ZTE AD226 Users Manual

ZTE AD226

WiMAX EVDO USB Modem

User Manual

ZTE CORPORATION ZTE Plaza, Keji Road South, Hi-Tech Industrial Park, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, P. R. China 518057 Tel: (86) 755 26779999 URL: http://www.zte.com.cn E-mail: mobile@zte.com.cn

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No part of this publication may be excerpted, reproduced, translated or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without the prior written permission of ZTE Corporation.

The manual is published by ZTE Corporation. We reserve the right to make modifications on print errors or update specifications without prior notice.

Version No. : RV1.0 Edition Time : Jan 13 2010 Manual No. :

Content

General .................................................................................................................................. 1

Welcome to ZTE AD226 WiMAX EVDO USB Modem ................................................. 1

Safety Warning and Notice ............................................................................................... 1

Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................................................................ 2

Limit Warranty .................................................................................................................. 2

Declaration ........................................................................................................................ 3

RF Exposure Information (SAR) ...................................................................................... 3

Limitation of Liability ....................................................................................................... 4

Getting Started ...................................................................................................................... 5

Functions ........................................................................................................................... 5

Specification...................................................................................................................... 5

Modem View..................................................................................................................... 6

LED Indications ................................................................................................................ 6

Working Condition ........................................................................................................... 6

Installing Modem .................................................................................................................. 7

System Requirements ........................................................................................................ 7

Inserting Modem ............................................................................................................... 7

Install Join Air ................................................................................................................... 7

About Join Air ............................................................................................................... 7

Installing Join Air.......................................................................................................... 7

Remove the modem safely .............................................................................................. 10

Uninstalling Join Air ....................................................................................................... 10

Basic Operation ................................................................................................................... 11

Main Panel ...................................................................................................................... 11

Ras Panel ......................................................................................................................... 11

Ndis Panel ....................................................................................................................... 12

Diagnose Panel ................................................................................................................ 12

OMA Panel ..................................................................................................................... 13

Security Panel ................................................................................................................. 13

WiMAX Panel................................................................................................................. 14

Debug panel .................................................................................................................... 15

GPS Panel ....................................................................................................................... 15

MIP Panel ........................................................................................................................ 16

FAQs and Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 17

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General

Welcome to ZTE AD226 WiMAX EVDO USB Modem

Thank you for choosing ZTE AD226 WiMAX EVDO USB Modem (hereinafter referred to as Modem). AD226 is a high-speed, broadband wireless dual-mode USB modem with two work modes of WiMAX

and EVDO to enable users enjoy internet anywhere and anytime. AD226 can support smart switch between WiMAX and EVDO. It can offer the maximum download

speed of 3.1Mbps and upload 1.8Mbps based on EVDO Rev.A, and even makes the data download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload 6 Mbps when user access to the next generation WiMAX service. AD226 also supports GPS for location-based services right on your laptop.

Getting started with ZTE AD226 WiMAX EVDO USB Modem is simple: no wires means no service calls. Just connect your ZTE AD226 WiMAX EVDO USB Modem to your computer, install Join Air, and activate your account, and you have broadband on the go.

To guarantee your modem always in its best condition, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future use.

The pictures, symbols and contents in this manual are just for your reference. They might not be completely identical with your modem. Please subject to the real object. ZTE operates a policy of continuous development and reserves the right to update and modify the technical specifications in this document at any time without prior notice.

Safety Warning and Notice

To the owner

• Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference sent by modem if inadequately

shielded, such as electronic system of vehicles. Please consult the manufacturer of the device before using the modem if necessary.

• Operating notebook computer and Modem may interfere with medical devices like hearing aids and

pacemakers. Please always keep the modem more than 20 centimeters away from such medical devices when they are in use. Take off modem if it is necessary. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device before using the Modem.

• Be aware of the usage limitation when using a Modem at places such as oil warehouses or chemical

factories, where there are explosive gases or explosive products being processed. Do not use Modem if necessary.

• Don‟t touch the antenna area unnecessarily while connected. This can affect your Modem‟s performance

and reduce the signal quality.

• Do not use Modem at gas station.

• The Modem contains sensitive electronic circuitry. Do not expose the Modem to any liquids, high

temperatures or shock.

• Store the Modem out of the reach of small children. The Modem may cause injury if used as a toy.

• 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

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regulations.

• Always handle the Modem with care. Be careful not to drop or bend the Modem.

• There are no user serviceable parts inside the Modem. Unauthorized dismantling or repair of the modem

will void the warranty.

• This Modem 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.

• There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this modem does

cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the modem off and on.

• This Modem must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and must be used

to provide a separation distance of at least 5 mm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other transmitter.

Modem

• Please use original accessories or accessories that are authorized by the manufacturer. Using any

unauthorized accessories may affect your Modem‟s performance, and violate related national

regulations about telecom terminals.

• Avoid using the Modem near metallic structure device or establishment that can emit electromagnet

wave. Otherwise it may influence receiving of signals.

• The Modem is non-waterproof, please keep it dry and store in shady and cool place.

• Don‟t use the Modem immediately after a sudden temperature change e.g. 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.

• Take the Modem carefully. Don‟t drop, bend, knock or harshly treat it to avoid destructive damage.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the Modem by yourself. Changes and modifications made to the Modem

without the approval of manufacturer could void your authority to operate this Modem.

In Aircraft

• Please power off the modem before the airplane takes off. In order to protect airplane‟s communication

system from interference, it is never allowed to use the modem when it is in flight. Using it before the airplane taking off should get aircrew‟s permission according to safety regulations.

Cleaning and Maintenance

• ZTE AD226 WiMAX USB Modem is non-waterproof, please keep it dry and store in shady and cool

place.

• Do not use or store the device in dusty or dirty areas, since its moving parts and electronic components

can be damaged in such environment.

• If you want to clean your modem, please use clean fabric that is a bit wet or anti-static. Do not use harsh

chemical cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean your modem, such as alcohol, dilution agent and benzene. Power-off your modem before you clean it.

• Use modem within a temperature range of -10℃~55℃ and a humidity range of 5%~95%.

Limit Warranty

The warranty does not apply to defects or errors in the product caused by:

1. Reasonable abrasion.

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2. Misuse including mishandling, physical damage, improper installation, unauthorized disassembly of the product.

3. Water or any other liquid damage.

4. Any unauthorized repair or modification.

5. Power surges, lightning damage, fire, flood or other events outside ZTE‟s reasonable control.

6. Use of the product with any unauthorized third party products such as generic chargers.

7. Any other cause beyond the range of normal usage for products.

End User shall have no right to reject, return, or receive a refund for any product from ZTE under the above-mentioned situations.

This warranty is end user‟s sole remedy and ZTE‟s sole liability for defective or nonconforming items,

and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed, implied or statutory, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, unless otherwise required under the mandatory provisions of the law.

Declaration

We, ZTE Corporation, declared that: The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could

void the user‟s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device

does not cause harmful interference. NOTE: 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 connected. —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user„s authority to operate the equipment.

RF Exposure Information (SAR)

This device meets the government‟s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This USB Dongle is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.

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