56K Modem Card CompactFlash modem card and software for adding connectivity to the following mobile computers: • • • • Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003 Handheld PC, Handheld PC Pro and HPC 2000 Casio BE-300 Cassiopeia Pocket Manager Windows 950B/98/Me/2000/XP notebook User’s Guide
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Overview Package Contents Hardware Features 4 4 5 5 CHAPTER 2 SETUP FOR WINDOWS CE 6 Installation Steps Summary STEP 1: Register Your Card STEP 2: Prepare Dial-up Information STEP 3: Install the Software STEP 4: Insert the Card STEP 5: Set up the Dial-up Connection STEP 6: Connect to a Telephone Line STEP 7: Dial and Connect! OPTIONAL: Set up the Card for Your Country OPTIONAL: Check Connection Time 6 6 6 7 9 9 24 24 32 33 CHAPTER 3 SETUP FOR CASIO BE-300 34
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS 50 APPENDIX B NETWORK INFORMATION 51 APPENDIX C SUPPORT RESOURCES 52 Technical Support Users’ Forum Limited Warranty Copyright Notice 52 53 54 56 3
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the Socket 56K Modem Card. The Socket 56K Modem Card allows you to transform your mobile computer into a portable data communications tool. Now you can check email, fax, and browse the web wherever there is an available analog telephone line. You can use the 56K Modem Card with these mobile computers: • Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003 • Handheld PC, Handheld PC Pro and Handheld PC 2000 (based on Windows CE v2.11 or v3.
Package Contents The Socket 56K Modem Card package includes the following items: • • • Socket 56K Modem Card Socket 56K Modem Installation CD Software installation guide with warranty and copyright information Hardware Features Link Status LED Indicates that the modem card is either dialing or connected to a network. Power Status LED Indicates that the modem card is using power. Data Status LED Indicates data transmission via the modem card. .
Chapter 2 Setup for Windows CE This chapter explains how to install and use the 56K Modem Card with a Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003, Handheld PC, Handheld PC Pro or Handheld PC 2000. Installation Steps Summary STEP 1: Register your card. STEP 2: Prepare dial-up information. STEP 3: If desired, install the software. STEP 4: Insert the card. STEP 5: Set up the dial-up connection. STEP 6: Connect to a telephone line. STEP 7: Dial and connect! OPTIONAL: Set up the card for your country.
STEP 3: Install the Software Should I install Socket’s WhereAreYou? software? You have two options for software installation: Option 1: Skip software installation. Windows CE-based mobile computers come with a generic built-in modem driver. For basic operation of the modem card, you can use the built-in driver and skip software installation. If you plan to use your device’s builtin drivers, then proceed to Step 4 to insert the modem card into your device. Option 2: Install Socket’s enhanced software.
4. The Setup Center will appear in your browser. Follow the instructions on your screen to install the software for Windows CE. 5. When the File Download screen appears, click Open. Do NOT click Save! 6. The Setup program for WhereAreYou? Software will appear. Follow the instructions on your screen until installation is complete. 7. When installation is complete, disconnect the mobile computer from the host PC. Soft reset the mobile computer by pressing the reset button.
STEP 4: Insert the Card Note: If you installed Socket’s WhereAreYou? software, you may want to use it now to set up the modem card for your country. You must start this process BEFORE inserting the card. For instructions, go to page 32. Insert the 56K Modem Card into your mobile computer, with the gray label on top. If using a PC Card slot, first plug the card into a CompactFlash-toPC Card adapter. Plug the card directly into a CompactFlash I/O slot.
Pocket PC 2000 Make a New Connection 1. Go to Start | Settings | Connections. Tap on Modem. 2. In the next screen, tap New Connection… 3. In the next screen, enter the following settings. 1. Enter a name…: Enter a name, such as “My 56K Connection.” 2. Select a modem: Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_ 56K_Modem. 3. Baud Rate: 57600 If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, tap Next. If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap Advanced.
4. Enter the dial-up number and tap Next. You can enter the phone number without spaces or dashes. Important! Be sure to enter the correct Country code, Area code, and Phone number! Do not leave any field blank! 5. Make sure Wait for dial tone before dialing is checked. Tap Finish. Enter Dialing Settings 1. After making the new connection, you will return to the Connections screen. Your new connection should be listed. Tap on the Dialing tab.
2. In the next screen, enter the settings appropriate for your telephone line: If you DO NOT need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9), do the following: a) In the Location: field, select Home. Make sure the Area code and Country code are correct. Tap ok. Note: In most cases, users should select Home. If you DO need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9), do the following: a) In the Location: field, select Work. Make sure the Area code and Country code are correct.
Pocket PC 2002 Make a New Connection 1. Go to Start | Settings | Connections. Tap on Connections. 2. In the next screen, in the top field, select Internet Settings. Tap Modify… 3.
4. In the next screen, enter the following settings. 1. Enter a name…: Enter a name, such as “My 56K Connection.” 2. Select a modem: Select Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_ 56K_Modem. 3. Baud Rate: 57600 If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, tap Next. If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap Advanced. Use the TCP/IP and Name Servers screens to enter the necessary IP addresses. Tap ok. In the next screen, tap Next. 5. Enter the dial-up number and tap Next.
6. Make sure Wait for dial tone before dialing is checked. Tap Finish. 7. In Internet Settings, if multiple connections exist, you must select the new connection to be used when dialing. In the list, tap and hold your stylus on the connection. In the pop-up menu, select Always Dial. Tap ok. If you have only one connection, then the Always Dial feature will not appear. Tap ok. After you select the modem card connection for dialing, it should be identified here. Enter Dialing Settings 1.
In the next screen, enter the settings appropriate for your telephone line. If you DO NOT need to dial a number to use an external line, do the following: a) In the Location: field, select Home. Make sure the Area code and Country code are correct. Tap ok. Note: In most cases, users should select Home. If you DO need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9), do the following: a) In the Location: field, select Work. Make sure the Area code and Country code are correct. Tap on Dialing Patterns.
Pocket PC 2003 Note: These instructions are for setting up a standard dial-up connection to an Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you want to connect to your work network and/or a VPN/proxy server, please refer to your Pocket PC 2003 documentation for instructions. 1. Go to Start | Settings | Connections. Tap on Connections. 2. Tap on the Advanced tab. Tap on the Select Networks button. 3.
4. Tap on the Tasks tab. In most cases, you should tap Add a new modem connection under My ISP. 5. In the next screen, enter the following: • Enter a name…: Enter a name, such as “My 56K Connection” • Select a modem: Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_ 56K_Modem. Tap Next. 6. In the next screen, enter the dial-up number exactly how it should be dialed from your current location. You can enter the number without any spaces or dashes.
6. In the next screen, enter the User name and Password. Tap Advanced. 7. In the General screen, select the following: • Baud rate: 57600. • Wait for dial tone before dialing: Checked. If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, tap ok. If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap on the TCP/IP and Servers tabs to enter any necessary IP addresses. Tap ok. 8. In the last screen, tap Finish. Now you are ready to connect to a telephone line. Proceed to STEP 6.
Handheld PC Devices This section explains how to set up the modem connection for a Handheld PC, Handheld PC Pro or Handheld PC 2000. Make a New Connection 1. Go to Start | Programs | Communication | Remote Networking | Make New Connection. 2. In the Make New Connection screen, enter a name for the connection, such as “My 56K Connection.” Select Dial-Up Connection. Tap Next>. 3. The Make New Dial-Up Connection screen will appear. In the drop-down menu, select Socket 56K Modem or Socket-CF+_ 56K_Modem.
4. In Port Settings, in the Baud Rate field, select 57600. Tap on the Call Options tab. 5. Make sure Wait for dial tone before dialing is checked. Tap OK. 6. The Make New Dial-Up Connection screen will appear. If you DO NOT need to enter any IP addresses, tap Next>. If you DO need to enter IP addresses, tap TCP/IP Settings. Use the General and Name Servers screens to enter any necessary IP addresses. Tap OK. In the next screen, tap Next>. 7.
Enter Dialing Properties 1. When you return to the Remote Networking screen, tap on the icon for the connection you just made. 2. In the Dial-Up Connection screen, enter your User Name and Password. Then tap on Dial Properties. 3. In the Dialing Properties screen, enter the settings appropriate for your telephone line. If you DO NOT need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9), do the following: a) In the When dialing from: field, select Home.
If you DO need to dial a number to use an external line (e.g., 9), do the following: a) In the When dialing from: field, select Work. Make sure the area code and country code are correct. Tap on Dialing Patterns... b) In the Dialing Patterns screen, enter the following settings, where: X represents the number for dial-out Y represents the number for dial-out long distance 9. For local calls, dial: X,G 10. For long distance calls, dial: Y,1,FG (“1” for U.S.) 11.
STEP 6: Connect to a Telephone Line With the card still in your mobile computer, connect to an analog telephone line. STEP 7: Dial and Connect! Now you are ready to dial in and connect to your network. The process for this differs between Pocket PC 2000/2002/2003 and Handheld PC devices. In the following pages, find the instructions for your specific type of Windows CE-based mobile computer.
Pocket PC 2000 1. Go to Start | Programs | Connections. Tap on the icon for the modem connection you created in Step 5. 2. In the next screen, make sure the correct User name and Password are entered. In Dial from: select the appropriate location: • Home: Select this if you DO NOT need to dial a number to use an external line. • Work: Select this is you DO need to dial a number to use an external line. You may need to modify the dial properties.
Pocket PC 2002 1. After setting up the dial-up connection, you will be in the Connections screen. In the top field, make sure Internet Settings is selected. Tap Connect. To access this screen any time, go to: Start – Settings – Connections Connections. 2. Make sure the correct User name and Password are entered. You may need to modify your dial properties. Refer to your Pocket PC 2002’s user manual for instructions. 3. Tap OK. Connection status screens will appear, and the Power and Data LEDS will blink.
Pocket PC 2003 Socket recommends using either of two methods for dialing in and connecting to your network. METHOD 1: Tap on the Connection icon 1. Tap on the Connection icon in the navigation bar at the top of the screen. It should have an “X” to show that you are not connected. 2. A bubble should appear with the dial-up connection you just created. Verify the phone number, then tap on the phone number. Note: • Multiple connections may be listed. Tap on the phone number of the connection you want to dial.
4. The device will begin dialing. When the Pocket PC tries to connect, the Power and Data LEDs will blink. Connection icon: (Navigation bar at top of screen) Indicates an active dial-up or network connection Modem status icon: (Appears if you installed Socket software) GREEN — connected RED — data transmitting When the Pocket PC is connected, the Link and Power Status LEDS will stay on, and the Data Status LED will blink during data transmission. The Connectivity bubble will report your connection time.
METHOD 2: Dial automatically from your application Note: After you have set up a dial-up connection, the Connection Manager will automatically try to connect whenever you insert the card and try to use Pocket Internet Explorer, Pocket Inbox, or any other program that uses a dial-up connection. 1. Start the program that uses a dial-up connection. Enter a request for receiving and/or transmitting information (e.g., in Pocket Internet Explorer, enter a new URL and tap “Go”).
3. When the Pocket PC tries to connect, the Power and Data LEDs will blink. After the device connects, it will receive/transmit the information as requested (e.g., Pocket Internet Explorer will display the requested website).
Handheld PC Devices 1. After setting up the dial-up connection in Step 5, you will already be in the Dial-Up Connection screen. To access this screen at any time, follow these steps: • Go to Start | Programs | Communication | Remote Networking. • Tap on the icon for the modem connection you created in Step 5. 2. In the next screen, verify the connection information. 3. For some mobile computers, you must modify the dial properties. For instructions, refer to the mobile computer’s user manual. 4.
OPTIONAL: Set up the Card for Your Country In order to set up the card for your country, you must first install Socket’s WhereAreYou? software. Begin these steps to set up the card for your country BEFORE inserting the modem card into your Pocket PC. Note: Screens from a Pocket PC 2000 are shown. 1. Pocket PC Devices: Go to Start | Settings | System | WhereAreYou? HPC Devices: Go to Start | Settings | Control Panel | WhereAreYou? 2. The WhereAreYou? screen will appear, similar to the one below.
OPTIONAL: Check Connection Time Pocket PC 2003 The Connection Manager reports the connection time. Tap on the connection icon in the Navigator bar to access the Connectivity bubble. Pocket PC 2000/2002 and HPC Devices Socket’s software includes a status indicator applet that lets you quickly view the modem connection’s time elapsed. This applet appears only if you have an active connection via the 56K Modem Card. 1. Pocket PC Devices only: Go to Start | Today. 2.
Chapter 3 Setup for Casio BE-300 This chapter explains how to install and use the 56K Modem Card with a Casio BE-300 Cassiopeia Pocket Manager. Installation Steps Summary STEP 1: Register your card. STEP 2: Prepare dial-up information. STEP 3: If desired, install the software. STEP 4: Insert the card. STEP 5: Set up the dial-up connection. STEP 6: Connect to a telephone line. STEP 7: Dial and connect! OPTIONAL: Set up the card for your country. OPTIONAL: Check connection time.
STEP 3: Install the Software Should I install Socket’s WhereAreYou? software? You have two options for software installation: Option 1: Skip software installation. The Casio BE-300 comes with a generic built-in modem driver. For basic operation of the modem card, you can use the built-in driver and skip software installation. If you plan to use your device’s built-in drivers, then proceed to Step 4 to insert the modem card into your device. Option 2: Install Socket’s enhanced software.
6. When installation is complete, disconnect the mobile computer from the host PC. Soft reset the mobile computer by pressing the reset button.
STEP 4: Insert the Card Note: If you installed Socket’s WhereAreYou? software, you may want to use it now to set up the modem card for your country. You must start this process BEFORE inserting the card. For instructions, go to page 40 Insert the 56K Modem Card into the CompactFlash I/O slot of your BE-300. Make sure the card is right-side up, with the gray label on top. Plug the card directly into a CompactFlash I/O slot.
STEP 5: Set up the Dial-up Connection You will need your dial-up information for this step. Unlike for other device types, you do NOT need to enter any dialing settings for the Casio BE-300. 1. Go to Main | Connections. Tap on New Setting… 2. In the next screen, enter the following settings: • Connection name: Enter a name, such as “Socket 56K Modem CF.” • A Mail/Internet application: Unchecked recommended. Otherwise consult your BE-300 documentation.
STEP 6: Connect to a Telephone Line With the card still in your mobile computer, connect to an analog telephone line. STEP 7: Dial and Connect! 1. After setting up your dial-up connection in Step 5, your new connection should be listed in the Connections screen. Select your modem connection, then tap Connect. 2. In the Dial-up Connect screen, verify the phone number. Tap Connect. 3. A series of screens will appear, reporting the status of your call. The Power and Data Status LEDs will blink. 4.
Ending a Data Call 1. Tap on the connection icon at the bottom of your screen. 2. In the connection status screen, tap Disconnect. 3. In the next screen, tap Disconnect Now. The connection status icon will disappear. The modem status icon will turn red then disappear. All LEDs will turn off.
OPTIONAL: Set up the Card for Your Country In order to set up the card for your country, you must first install Socket’s software. Begin these steps to set up the card for your country BEFORE inserting the modem card into your Casio BE-300. Pocket PC 2002 screens are shown below. Casio BE-300 screens will be functionally equivalent. 1. Go to Main | WhereAreYou? 2. The WhereAreYou? screen will appear, similar to the one below. As directed, close any applications that may currently be using the modem. 3.
OPTIONAL: Check Connection Time Socket’s software includes a control panel applet that lets you quickly view the modem connection’s time elapsed. This applet appears only if you have an active connection via the 56K Modem Card. 1. Tap on the modem status icon in the task tray. 2. A screen will appear similar to the one below, reporting the connection time. OPTIONAL: Set up Advanced Networking Follow these guidelines to set up a dial-up connection for a RAS server: 1.
Chapter 4 Setup for Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP This chapter explains how to install and use the 56K Modem Card with a notebook computer running Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP.* Please note that the Socket WhereAreYou? software does not work with Windows notebooks. Installation Steps Summary STEP 1: Register your card. STEP 2: Prepare dial-up information. STEP 3: Insert the card. STEP 4: Install the drivers. STEP 5: Set up your dial-up connection. STEP 6: Connect to a telephone line.
STEP 3: Insert the Card 1. Insert the 56K Modem Card into a CompactFlash-to-PC Card adapter, with the gray label on top. 2. With the computer turned ON, insert the card-plus-adapter unit into the PC Card slot of your computer. 3. After a few seconds, a new hardware or device driver wizard will automatically launch. Proceed to Step 4 to complete the wizard to install the drivers.
STEP 4: Install the Drivers Follow the wizard to install the modem drivers, making the appropriate selections below as prompted. You do not need to download any software or use an installation CD. • When asked what you want Windows to do, select what is Recommended. Windows 95/98/Me — Search for the best driver for your device. Windows 2000 — Search for a suitable driver for my device. Windows XP — Install the software automatically.
STEP 5: Set up Your Dial-up Connection To set up your dial-up connection, use the network connection wizard included with Windows. 1. Windows 95/98 — Go to My Computer | Dial-Up Networking | Make New Connection. Windows Me — Go to My Computer | Control Panel | Dial-Up Networking | Make New Connection. Windows 2000 — Go to Start | Settings | Control Panel | Network and Dial-Up Connections | Make New Connection. Windows XP — Go to Start | Control Panel | Network Connections | Create a New Connection. 2.
STEP 6: Connect to a Telephone Line With the card still in your computer, connect to an analog telephone line. STEP 7: Dial and Connect! 1. After setting up your dial-up connection in Step 5, your new connection should be included in screen listing dial-up connections (this is the same screen that you accessed at the beginning of Step 5). Double-click on your new modem connection. 2. In the Connect To screen, make sure the correct User name, Password, and other connection information are entered.
OPTIONAL: Set up Advanced Networking Follow the steps below to set up a dial-up connection for a RAS server. Advanced setup is necessary only if your network does NOT use DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). 1. Complete the Network Information Form in Appendix B. 2. To enter TCP/IP settings, after completing the wizard to create a new dial-up connection in Step 5, follow these steps to modify the connection: Windows 95/98 — (a) Right-click on the icon for the connection you just created.
Windows 2000 — (a) Right-click on the icon for the connection you just created. In the pop-up menu, select Properties. (b) Click on the Networking tab. Check Internet Protocol and click on Properties. (c) Enter any necessary settings. If needed, click on the Advanced button to enter DNS, WNS or other settings. When done, click OK. (d) Click OK again in the main properties screen. (e) Restart your computer to make sure the changes take effect.
Appendix A Specifications Physical Characteristics: CF I/O Card Size: 88 x 42.8 x 14.8 mm Power Consumption (DC 3.3V): Active: 119 mA Inctive: 13 mA Interface Standards: CompactFlash Interface: CompactFlash I/O, Type I Extended With CompactFlash-to-PC Card Adapter: PCMCIA, Type II Serial Communications: TTL Transmit Speed: Up to 33.6 Kbps Receive Speed: Up to 56 Kbps Data Modulation: ITU V.90, 56Kflex Fax: Send/receive 14.4 Kbps ITU-T V.17, V.24, V.27 + err, V.
Appendix B Network Information Network Information Form For Advanced Users Only Contact your office network administrator or Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the information below. For a text-only form that you can email to your network administrator or ISP, visit: www.socketcom.com/pdf/56kform.txt 1. Please provide the following dial-up information: Dial-up number: ( ____ ) _______________ User name: _________________________ Password: _________________________ Domain: __________________________ 2.
Appendix C Support Resources Technical Support If you have trouble installing or using the 56K Modem Card, Socket has two technical support resources you can use: Socket On-Demand Support (SOS) Socket On-Demand Support provides the quickest turnaround time and is the best place to start for technical support. Because it’s interactive, this virtual technical support assistant focuses in on your specific problem to provide the specific answers you need. To access Socket On-Demand Support, please visit: www.
inquiry via email, we can arrange for a technical support representative to call you at a specific time. • Call our technical support line at 510-744-2720 to leave a message for a technical support representative to return your call at a specific time and number. When you call, please leave your email address that you registered under, a phone number and time that you can be reached at, and a detailed description of your problem.
Limited Warranty Socket Communications Incorporated (Socket) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service, for the following periods from the date of purchase: Plug-in card: Three years Incompatibility is not a defect covered by Socket’s warranty.
Limited Software Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY. SOCKET warrants that the original disk or CD ROM is free from defects for 90 days from the date of delivery of the SOFTWARE. CUSTOMER REMEDIES. SOCKET’S entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at SOCKET’S option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) replacement of the SOFTWARE which does not meet SOCKET’S Limited Warranty and which is returned to SOCKET with a copy of your receipt.
June 2003 Document # 6410-00168 C Copyright Notice Copyright © 2003 Socket Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Socket, the Socket logo and Mobility Friendly are registered trademarks of Socket Communications, Inc. 56K Modem Card is a trademark of Socket Communications, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holders. The 56K Modem Card includes technology licensed under United States Patent Nos. 4,543,450, 4,603,320, 4,686,506, and 4,972,470.
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