BROADBANDACCESS / NATIONALACCESS™ USB727 M ODEM HARDWARE USER MANUAL
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Welcome Congratulations on purchasing the Verizon Wireless USB727 Modem for BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess service! Before installing the USB727 Modem VZAccess Manager software and drivers, review this manual which outlines the features of the USB727 Modem hardware. Important: Do not plug the USB727 Modem into the Type A USB port until you have installed VZAccess Manager and have activated BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess service for your USB727 Modem.
Near Medical and life support equipment o Do not operate your modem in any area where medical equipment, life support equipment, or near any equipment that may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the host communications device must be turned off. The modem may transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment.
USB727 Modem Hardware: Overview Thank you for choosing the advanced and compact USB727 Modem with microSD™ by Novatel Wireless! This 2-in-1 device empowers you with high-speed data access on the Verizon Wireless BroadbandAccess wireless data network and it provides removable memory storage options all in one convenient and compact USB package. Along with the many advanced features of BroadbandAccess, such as data speeds up to 1.
Important: The USB727 Modem requires an activated account with Verizon Wireless in order to function. The modem can be activated three ways: • in a Verizon Wireless store • by contacting Verizon Wireless Telesales • self-activated through the Verizon Wireless activation website.
Your Verizon Wireless USB727 The USB727 Modem has been developed for mobile computing and supports the Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface. Almost every notebook, desktop, and handheld computing device has a Type A USB port which opens up the option for you to easily move your Verizon Wireless USB727 Modem from platform to platform (for example, from your personal digital assistant to your notebook) and even use on different operating systems,(for example from Windows to Mac).
LED RED No Service LED AMBER Error, reset modem Care of Your USB727 Modem As with any electronic device, the USB727 Modem must be handled with care to ensure reliable operation. Verizon Wireless recommends the following handling guidelines: • Do not apply adhesive labels to the USB727 Modem; they may cause the device to potentially overheat and they may alter the performance of the antenna • The USB connector should plug easily into your computer’s Type A USB port.
Rev. A capable data devices • Download: typical download speeds of 600 kbps - 1.4 Mbps. • Upload: typical upload speeds of 500-800 kbps. Subject to Customer Agreement, Calling Plan, credit approval & other serviceterms. 1BroadbandAccess is available in 242 major metropolitan areas covering over 200 million people, and is expanding coast to coast. BroadbandAccess is also available in 180 primary airports in the U.S.
Installation and Configuration This section guides you through the hardware installation and setup process for the USB727 Modem. Before you begin using your device, read through this Hardware Manual to become familiar with the documentation that came with your USB727 Modem. Basics Follow these steps to begin using your USB727 Modem: 1. Turn on your computing device and close all applications. 2. Insert the VZAccess Manager CD-ROM into your computer’s CD drive. 3.
Inserting and Removing the USB727 Modem Inserting and Connecting the USB727 Modem Before you connect the USB727 Modem to your computer, you must first install VZAccess Manager (see the VZAccess Manager User Guide located on the Installation CD). When you connect the USB727 Modem, the following should occur once VZAccess Manager has been installed: • Under ideal conditions, the label of the USB727 Modem should be facing up*.
3, Simply grip the USB727 Modem on both sides and pull straight out to avoid damaging the USB connectors. Standard Unplug/Eject Hardware Removal 1. End your BroadbandAccess session by selecting Disconnect froom VZAccess Manager. 2. Exit VZAccess Manager to ensure that the USB727 is powered off. 3. Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area, click Safely Remove Hardware, click the device, and then click Stop. 4.
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USB727 Accessories There are a variety of optional accessories available for your device that are sold separately through Verizon Wireless and there are three easy ways to purchase them: • • • Shop online anytime at www.verizonwireless.
How to Insert and Use the microSD Memory Card The USB727 is equipped with removable, hot-swappable, memory storage. The convenice of this feature enables you to connect to high-speed BroadbandAccess for Internet and VPN accessibility on the fly and store precious data simultanously to an external drive without the need of another flash drive. A microSD card (sold separately) is required to take advantage of the memory stoage feature and is available in capacity sizes up to 4GB. To Insert a microSD Card 1.
the contents. 2. You may drag or copy/paste files into the Mass Storage or Removable Storage folder. MACINTOSH Save download files directly to the USB727 1. In the Save to: box, click the down arrow to view the contents of the pull down menu. 2. Select the USB727 which typically appears as No Name in the Finder sidebar. 3. Type a name for the file you are saving to the USB727 and click Save. Save files from an Application 1.
How to Use the Lanyard Accessory A lanyard is included in the USB727 package. The lanyard is a convenient accessory that enables you to wear the USB727 around your neck while on the go. IMPORTANT: DO NOT WEAR THE LANYARD AND THE USB727 AROUND ROTATING OR MACHINERY OR DURING SLEEP. AN EMERGENCY RELEASE CLIP IS CONSTRUCTED IN THE DESIGN, HOWEVER YOU MAY ALSO CUT THROUGH THE MATERIAL. To affix the lanyard to the USB727 1. Locate the Lanyard Hook on the device. 2.
How to Use the Clip Holder and USB Cable The Clip Holder and USB Cable is a safe and convenient method of using the USB727 when solving clearance issues due to overcrowding in the USB port area of your computer (a common occurrence with notebooks). The Clip Holder must be used with the USB Cable to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements. 1. Plug one end of the USB Cable into the Type A USB port on your computer. 2. Insert the USB727 into the Clip Holder.
Technical Support Data Technical Support For additional information and technical support for VZAccess Manager and Verizon wireless devices, you can visit the Verizon Wireless Data Technical Support page at: http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/support/data.jsp.
Troubleshooting USB727 Modem The following tips will help solve many common problems encountered while using the USB727 Modem: • Make sure you are using the USB727 in the correct geographic region: a BroadbandAccess and NationalAccess USB727 in the US. • Ensure that the wireless network’s coverage extends to your current location. When properly installed, the USB727 Modem is a highly reliable product. Most problems are caused by one of these issues: • The wrong driver has been installed.
Product Specification Technical Specifications TABLE 1 Name: Verizon Wireless USB727 Modem Model: USB727 Modem Approvals: FCC (North America);CDG, Weight 32 g / 1.13 oz Dimensions: 70 mm x 25.0 mm x 12 mm 2.76 in x 0.98 in x 0.47 in Wireless Network – Dual Mode: CDMA 1X/EV-DO Chip Set QUALCOMM™ MSM6800A Interface Type: Type A USB Port TABLE 2 Technology: CDMA Rev A, Rev 0, 1XRTT Band Designation: 800/1900 MHz Transmit Band: 824.7-848.31MHz/1851.25-1908.75MHz Receive Band: 869.7-893.
Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice (FCC -- United States) Electronic devices, including computers and wireless modems, generate RF energy incidental to their intended function and are therefore subject to FCC rules and regulations. This equipment has been tested to, and found to be within the acceptable limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
RF Exposure/Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information This product has been evaluated for SAR and meets the FCC Guidelines for exposure to radio waves. FCC Equipment Authorization ID: PKRNVWMC727 Your wireless modem is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government.
Limited Warranty and Liability Novatel Wireless, Inc. warrants for the 12 month period immediately following receipt of the Product by Purchaser that the Product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Glossary 1xRTT Short for single carrier (1x) Radio Transmission Technology. A high speed wireless technology based on the CDMA platform. 1xRTT has the capability of providing broadband-like speeds of up to 144 Kbps. 1xRTT is also referred to as CDMA2000. 1xEVDO Part of a family of CDMA2000 1x digital wireless standards. 1xEVDO is a "3G" standard. EVDO stands for "EVolution, Data-Optimized.
MicroSD Slot A built-in slot on your device that is designed specifically for a microSD Card. PDA Personal Digital Assistant. A handheld device used for organization, notes, address books, etc. Rev A CDMA EV-DO Rev. A is a leading-edge wireless technology with higher data rates and higher system capacity. It is a fully backward compatible standard and remains interoperable with deployed EV-DO networks and devices around the world. The increased data rates on Rev.
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