ZTE MF206A User Manual

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1 Introduction

1.1 Introduction

This is a multi-mode 3G LGA module. It works in
HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM networks. It integrates the functionality o f a
modem and a mobile p hone (SMS), and combine s mobile co mmunicatio n with
Internet perfectly. It supports data, and SMS services through the mobile phone
network, enabling you to communicate anytime and anywhere.

1.2 Functions

Functions SMS, Data service, Applications management, etc.
Network Standards. HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM

Transmission
(Max. data rate)

1.3 FCC Compliance

This device comp lies with part 15 of the FCC R ules. Ope ration i s subject to t he
following two co nditions: (1) This de vice may not caus e harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfere nce
that may cause undesired operation.

Caution: Changes or m odificat ions not e xpressly appro ved by the m anufacture r
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital de vice, pursuant t o part 15 of t he FCC Rules. T hese limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipme nt generates, uses and ca n 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 interf ere nce will not occur in a particular i nstallat ion. If

HSDPA: 3.6 Mb/s DL

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this equipment doe s cause harmful interference to radio or television recept ion,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to t ry to correct the interf erence by one or more of the following
measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipme nt into an o utlet on a circuit different from that to whic h
the receiver is connected.

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

1.4 RF Exposure

You r device contains a transmitter and a rece iver. When it is ON, it receives and
transmits RF energy. When you communicate with your device, the system
handling your connection controls the power level at which your device
transmits.

Important safety information r egarding rad iofreque ncy radiatio n (RF) expo sure.
To ensure compl iance with RF exposure guide lines the device must be use d
with a separation from the body. Failure to observe these instructions could
result in your RF exposure exceeding the relevant guideline limits.

The maxim permissible exposure is defined in 47 CFR 1.1310 with 1mW/cm*cm.
The transmitter is using external antenna t hat operate at 20cm or more from
nearby persons. The maxim power density is 0.157mW/cm*cm.

The FCC grant can be found under the Display Grant section of
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid
after searching on FCC ID: Q78-ZTEMF206A.

1.5 IC

This radio transmitter (identify the device by certification number, or model
number if Category II) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with
the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain and required

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antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included
in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type，
are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Immediately following the above notice, the manufacturer shall provide a list of
all antenna types approved for use with the transmitter, indicating the maximum

permission antenna gain（in dBi）and required impedance for each.

IC ID: 5200A-ZTEMF206A

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2 Installation

2.1 Install Software

1. It is strongly recom mended that you exit all ot her Windows programs, and
then click the Next button

2. Select the folder t hat yo u wa nt to insta ll t he softw are b y pressing the Change
button, and then click the Next button.

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3. The system shows the installation progress, wait a minute and click the Finish
button to complete the installation.

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Note: Af ter the software is insta lled, pull out the modem before restart ing the
computer to avoid damages to your modem. If you have problems with the
installation steps above, please contact your service provider or ZTE.

After the installat ion, select Start > Programs > Join Air. You can find Join Air
and Uninstall. There will be a shortcut icon on the desktop just as follows.

2.2 Run the Application Software

After the modem is correctly connected to the computer, click Start >
Programs > Join Air > Join Air on the computer to run the application software.

You can also launch the application software by double-clicking the shortcut icon

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shown above.
After the modem is initialized, the main interface of the co nnection manager

appears. The standby icon appear ing in the taskbar indicate s the modem
working normally.

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Icon

Explanation

Indication of signal strength, which is divided into 6 stages from
Indication of current network type.

System
area

Main menu

Internet
area

3 Functions & Operation

3.1 Interface introduction

3.1.1 Main Interface

The following picture is the starting screen of the software. The whole interface is
divided into fo ur parts. Related functio ns can be executed by operat ion in the
related areas.

information

information

Function

button area

System information area

Icons in this area show the system status and different kinds of tips.

none to the strongest.

Roaming.
Packet switched
Circ uit switch ed

Internet information area

This area shows the nam e of the current ser vice pro vider, de vice condit ion and
connection information.

button area