User's Guide PCDH5072HS 3G/4G Dual Mode Wireless Router www.sprint.com ©2011 Sprint. SPRINT and the logo are trademarks of Sprint. Other marks are the property of their respective owners.
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Introduction Legal Notice This User's Guide introduces you to Sprint® service and the features of your router. It’s divided into six sections: Copyright © Sprint and its licensors. 2011. All rights reserved.
Notice Some features of the product and its accessories described herein rely on the software installed, capacities and settings of local network, and may not be activated or may be limited by local network operators or network service providers. Thus the descriptions herein may not exactly match the product or its accessories you purchase. Sprint reserves the right to change or modify any information or specifications contained in this manual without prior notice or obligation.
Section 1 Getting Started
1A. Setting Up Service connectors align, and gently press down to secure the battery. 3. Install the back cover onto your router. 䡲 ⽧ Setting Up Your Router (page 2) ⽧ Activating Your Router (page 3) ⽧ Sprint Account Passwords (page 3) ⽧ Getting Help (page 4) Setting Up Your Router 1. Remove the back cover. 䡲 Simply slide the cover down (in the direction of the arrow in Figure A). You may hear a click sound. 2. Install the battery. 䡲 䡲 2 Remove the battery from its packaging.
Note: You should fully charge the battery before attempting to set up any connections. See “Charging the Battery” on page 13 for details. Activating Your Router 䢇 If you purchased your router at a Sprint Store, it is 䢇 If you received your router in the mail and it is for a new Sprint account or a new line of service, it is designed to probably activated and ready to use. activate automatically. To confirm your activation, make a wireless connection with a wireless client.
Account Username and Password If you are the account owner, you will create an account username and password when you sign on to www.sprint.com. (Click Sign in and then click Sign up now! to get started.) If you are not the account owner (if someone else receives the bill for your Sprint service), you can get a sub-account password at www.sprint.com.
Section 2 Your Router
2A. Router Basics ⽧ Package Contents (page 6) ⽧ Your Router (page 6) ⽧ Key Functions (page 8) Package Contents Check the following items in the product package: 1 3G/4G Dual Mode Wireless Router 2 Battery Charger 3 USB Cable 4 Battery 5 Getting Started Poster 6 Important Information Booklet Note: Please contact the Sprint store where you purchased your router if any items are missing or damaged when you first open the package.
Note: Generally, the 3G/4G Dual Mode Wireless Router will Rear Overview be referred to as "the router" in this guide. Phone Basics Front Overview 6 Back cover 1 Display screen 7 Battery compartment 2 Micro USB port 8 Reset button 3 WLAN button 9 MicroSDTM card slot 4 Power button 5 Strap hole 2A.
Key Functions 1. Display screen provide information about your ● ● router’s status. Tip: If the display screen is off while the router is on, you can press any button to turn on it. 2. Micro USB port allows you to connect the router charger or a compatible PC through the USB cable for charging the battery. CAUTION! Inserting an incorrect accessory into the port may damage the router. 5. Strap hole allows you to thread a strap to the router through the strap holes for more portable. 6.
Phone Basics 2A.
2A. Installing and Startup ⽧ Removing or Installing the Back Cover (page 10) ⽧ Installing or Removing the Battery (page 10) ⽧ Installing or Removing a MicroSDTM card (optional) (page 7) ⽧ (page 11) ⽧ Turning Your Router On or Off (page 13) ⽧ Checking the status of the router via the screen (page 14) To install the back cover onto your router, place it on the back of the router, then slide up (in the direction of the arrow in Figure B). You may hear a pop sound.
Diagram A Diagram B Installing or Removing a MicroSDTM card (optional) Figure A Figure B WARNING: Using microSD cards larger than 32 GB may cause data loss and damage your device. Your router supports a microSD™ card (sold separately) up to 32 GB for file sharing and transfer or storage. When connected to a computer through the usb cable, the microSD card is recognized as a removable storage device.
through [manufacturer]; or call 1-866-866-7509 to order. They’re also available at www.sprint.com. Battery Capacity Your router is equipped with a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery. It allows you to recharge your battery before it is fully drained. The battery provides up to four hours of continuous data-transferring time.
Turning Your Router On or Off Power Save feature is automatically activated. In Power Save mode, your router searches for a signal periodically without your intervention. You can also initiate a search for Sprint service by pressing any key (When your router is turned on). Tip: The Power Save feature conserves your battery power Note: Before turn on the router, make sure the router has a charged or charging battery installed.
Checking the status of the router via the screen 1 Signal Strength – The current signal strength of the network. (More bars = stronger signal.) 2 3G or 4G status– Your current network is in 3G mode or in 4G mode. 3 Wi-Fi On – Your router’s wireless feature is on. 14 2A. Installing and Startup 4 Clients – The number of currently connected client Wi-Fi devices (including 0,1,2,3,4,5).
Section 6 Safety and Warranty Information
4A. Important Safety Information to read and follow the information provided in this guide may result in serious bodily injury, death, or property damage. Note: Unless otherwise specified, the term "device" refers to the device and its accessories.
Any changes or modifications to the router not expressly approved in this guide could void your warranty for this router and void your authority to operate this router. 䢇 䢇 Environmental Requirements 䢇 䢇 䢇 䢇 䢇 Keep the router far from sources of heat and fire, such as a heater or a candle. Keep the router far from electronic appliances that generate strong magnetic or electric fields, such as a microwave oven or a refrigerator. Place the router on a stable surface.
䢇 The radio waves generated by the router may interfere with the operation of other electronic devices. Before using any electrical medical device, consult its manufacturer for the restrictions on the use of the router. Note: Always turn off the router in healthcare facilities, and request permission before using the router near medical equipment. 䢇 Do not take the router into operating rooms, intensive care units (ICUs), or coronary care units (CCUs).
For pluggable device, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the router and shall be easily accessible. Battery and Charger 䢇 䢇 䢇 The power supply must be a Limited Power Source in accordance with the requirements of IEC 60950-1/ EN 60950-1, Clause 2.5. It must be tested and approved to national or local standards. Use the AC power supply defined in the specifications of the charger. An improper power voltage may cause a fire or a malfunction of the charger.
䢇 䢇 䢇 䢇 䢇 20 Avoid dropping the router or battery. If the router or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a qualified service center for inspection. Do not disassemble the battery or solder the battery poles. Otherwise, it may lead to electrolyte leakage, overheating, fire, or explosion. If battery electrolyte leaks out, ensure that the electrolyte does not touch your skin and eyes.
Traffic Security 䢇 䢇 䢇 䢇 Observe local laws and regulations while using the router. To prevent accidents, do not use the router while driving. Remember that safety always comes first. RF signals may affect electronic systems of motor vehicles. For more information, consult the vehicle manufacturer. In a motor vehicle, do not place the router over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Otherwise, the router may hurt you owing to the strong force when the air bag inflates.
Environmental Protection 䢇 䢇 Do not dispose of the router and the accessories in a garbage can. Dispose of the router according to the local regulations on disposing of packing materials, exhausted batteries and abandoned devices, and support the recycling activity. Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) This router meets guidelines for exposure to radio waves. This router is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver.
Failure to observe the instructions could result in your RF exposure exceeding the relevant guideline limits. For more information about RF exposure, visit the FCC website at www.fcc.gov. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice FCC ID number: QISEC5072 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY ⽧ 12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY (page 25) Your router has been designed to provide you with reliable, worry-free service. If for any reason you have a problem with the device, please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty in this section. For information regarding the terms and conditions of service for your router, please visit www.sprint.com or call Sprint Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727.
䢇 䢇 䢇 䢇 䢇 (b)Product whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been removed, altered or defaced.
area, you may telephone in the United States (800) 229-1235, and in Canada (800) 465-9672 (in Ontario call 416-695-3060). No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product. THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LAIBILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
