UM175US Wireless USB Modem User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING UM175US ..............................................3 ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL ............................................................4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................................................................4 WHAT’S INSIDE THE PRODUCT PACKAGE .......................................4 INTRODUCTION TO WIRELESS UM175US USB MODEM ..................5 PRODUCT FEATURES ........................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS APPLICATION CONFIGURATION WINDOW ....................................41 MONITOR DETAILS WINDOW ........................................................42 SETTINGS: HARDWARE..................................................................43 SETTINGS: CONNECTION TIMEOUT ...............................................45 CHAPTER 6 INSTALLING UM175US .................................................47 PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................................
CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING UM175US ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL PRODUCT OVERVIEW WHAT’S INSIDE THE PRODUCT PACKAGE INTRODUCTION TO WIRELESS UM175US USB MODEM PRODUCT FEATURES PRODUCT HANDLING CONFIGURATION
BEFORE USING UM175US ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL ■ ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL You will find all the information you need to install and use the UM175US in this user manual. Before using the UM175US, you must properly install the QuickLink Mobile by closely following the installation instructions. INSTRUCTIONS • Install the QuickLink Mobile BEFORE inserting the UM175US USB Device into your computer. The installation software is included in the product package. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.
INTRODUCTION TO UM175US USB MODEM BEFORE USING UM175US ■ INTRODUCTION TO WIRELESS UM175US USB MODEM The US Cellular Wireless UM175US is designed for your PC’s USB port, which is available in most models. The UM175US can be used to access the Internet, your company’s intranet, or you can use it to send and receive email. It is extremely useful when you are away from the office, on the road, or wherever a wireline Internet access is not readily available.
BEFORE USING UM175US PRODUCT FEATURES ■ PRODUCT FEATURES • Power management: The UM175US utilizes power management and system overhead reduction functions provided by the USB interface for maximum power savings. • Antenna design: Efficient, innovative internal antenna design optimizes data transfer rate and sensitivity to network signals.
PRODUCT HANDLING BEFORE USING UM175US ■ PRODUCT HANDLING 1 Do not put any adhesive label on the USB connector. It may leave a sticky residue that can cause problems inside the USB port. 2 The UM175US USB device should easily slide into the USB port. Do not force the UM175US into the USB port as it may cause damage to the modem and/or the port. 3 Keep the UM175US in a dry and clean place. (Storage temperature: -22°F to 149°F [- 30°C to 65°C]). Keep your device away from liquids, dust and excessive heat.
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CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION AND SETUP THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM
INSTALLATION AND SETUP GETTING STARTED This section will guide you through the installation and setup process for QuickLink Mobile. Before getting started, you should become familiar with the documentation that came with your wireless device. CD'S You purchased a UM175US, there is only one CD that contains QuickLink Mobile and USB modem drivers. If using a USB device, QuickLink Mobile software @ Important: must be installed before you insert the USB device in to the computer for the first time.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM INSTALLATION AND SETUP 4 Find and run the QuickLink Mobile icon in the MAC QLM folder. 5 Double click the QuickLink Mobile Icon to begin the installation. 6 Follow the steps on page 14. ■ THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (WIN) STEP 1: Click the QuickLink Mobile setup program. The “WinZip Self-Extractor” screen appears. Click “Setup” button to extract the setup program. When the file is extracted, “Smith Micro Software” start-up screen appears.
INSTALLATION AND SETUP THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM Then “InstallShield Wizard” automatically starts to check your PC and prepare to install the Setup program. Then “Welcome” screen appears. Click the “Next” button to continue with the installation process. STEP 2: After the Welcome screen you will see the QuickLink Mobile License Agreement. In order to install and use this product you must agree with the terms of this agreement.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM INSTALLATION AND SETUP STEP 3: You are now ready to select the location on your computer where the QuickLink Mobile should be installed. It is recommended that you do not modify the default destination folder. Click the “Next” button to continue. STEP 4: During this step the components of the QuickLink Mobile product are being installed onto your computer. Installation will occur to the destination folder specified in Step 3 above.
INSTALLATION AND SETUP THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM STEP 5: Installation is now complete. Click the “Finish” button to leave the QuickLink Mobile setup program and to begin using your new software.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM INSTALLATION AND SETUP The setup program will automatically create an QuickLink Mobile shortcut on your desktop. ■ THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM (MAC) STEP 1: Click the QuickLink Mobile setup program. When pop-up screen shows you to confirm installing the software, click the “Continue” button to continue with the installation process. STEP 2: A “Welcome” screen appears. Click the “Continue” button.
INSTALLATION AND SETUP THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM STEP 3: Read the “Read Me” screen and continue installing the software. You may “Print” or “Save” the “Read Me” file for future reference. STEP 4: After the “Read Me” screen, you will see the QuickLink Mobile License Agreement. Carefully read the license agreement and press “Continue” to install the QuickLink Mobile setup program. In order to install and use this product you must agree with the terms of this agreement.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM INSTALLATION AND SETUP STEP 5: You are now ready to select the location on your computer where the QuickLink Mobile should be installed. STEP 6: During this step the components of QuickLink Mobile are being installed onto your computer. Installation will occur to the destination folder specified in Step 5 above. Installing the software requires you to restart your computer when the installation is done.
INSTALLATION AND SETUP THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM STEP 7: When your computer is running installer script, do not turn your computer off. If you want to create an access shortcut on your desktop, press “Yes”.
THE QUICKLINK MOBILE SETUP PROGRAM INSTALLATION AND SETUP STEP 8: Installation is now complete. Click the “Restart” button to leave the QuickLink Mobile setup program and restart your computer.
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CHAPTER 3 USING QUICKLINK MOBILE FEATURES GETTING STARTED THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INTERFACE ESTABLISHING CDMA CONNECTIONS
USING QUICKLINK MOBILE FEATURES ■ FEATURES WWAN (WIRELESS WIDE AREA NETWORK, 1XEV-DO/1XRTT/CDMA) SPECIFIC FEATURES: • Configures your computer to use your wireless device as a modem. • Creates an US Cellular EVDO-1x Data connection. • Copy utility to create wireless copies of your dial-up connections, if supported by your device. • Signal strength and battery level display for most USB Modem. • Features a test function for your WWAN device. A WWAN capable device is required to use the WWAN @ features.
GETTING STARTED USING QUICKLINK MOBILE ■ GETTING STARTED Double click on the QuickLink Mobile icon on your desktop or click on the Windows Start menu and select QuickLink Mobile from the list of Programs. ■ THE QUICKLINK MOBILE INTERFACE THE MAIN WINDOW FOR CDMA CONNECTIONS The main interface for establishing CDMA wireless connections is shown below. Click on an item of interest to see more information on that item.
USING QUICKLINK MOBILE CONNECTING tions or when you want to prevent it from consuming your laptop’s power. Exit: Exit the QuickLink Mobile application. THE TOOLS MENU Clicking Tools in the menu bar of QuickLink Mobile’s Main window produces a short menu with the following options: Diagnostics: Select the Diagnostics window to access Mobile Adapter Info or the Event Viewer. Mobile Adapter Info: Select Mobile Adapter Info... from the Diagnostics window to access information about your mobile device.
CONNECTING USING QUICKLINK MOBILE ■ ESTABLISHING CDMA CONNECTIONS HOW TO CONNECT TO A CDMA NETWORK Before you begin, you will need the following: • A CDMA device that you will use to establish connections. • A valid account with a CDMA provider To connect to a CDMA network, follow these steps: 1 If you have not already done so, connect your CDMA wireless device. 2 When QuickLink Mobile is ready, it will display the words Ready: ‘CDMA Profile. 3 Click the Connect button to connect.
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CHAPTER 4 MOBILE PROPERTIES MOBILE ADAPTER INFO DEVICE TAB NETWORK TAB EVENT VIEWER EVENT HISTORY
MOBILE PROPERTIES MOBILE ADAPTER INFO ■ MOBILE ADAPTER INFO To view information about your cellular modem, cellular network connection, and session activity, select Mobile Adapter Info... from Tools menu and then select Diagnostics. The Mobile Adapter Info... window will appear providing useful information on your laptop PC and wireless device. Note that your mobile number (phone number) is listed on this window as well.
NETWORK TAB MOBILE PROPERTIES Technology: The technology of your wireless device; i.e. CDMA. Hardware ID: The hardware ID of your wireless device. Device Driver: The device driver of your wireless device. Firmware Version: The version of your wireless device’s on board operating software. Hardware Version: The hardware version of your wireless device. Modem Port: The communications (COM) port that your wireless device is currently attached to.
MOBILE PROPERTIES EVENT VIEWER SESSION INFORMATION Connected: Indicates whether you are currently connected or disconnected, indicated as Yes or No. Roaming: Indicates the roaming status, indicated as Yes or No. MIP Error: This field displays a 2 or 3 digit Mobile IP (MIP) error code. Signal Strength (dBm): The strength of the signal being received from this network, expressed in negative dBm. Data sent during the session: The amount of data sent over this connection since it was established (in bytes).
EVENT HISTORY MOBILE PROPERTIES ■ EVENT HISTORY The event history is available from the Session Log tab at the left side of the main window. Selecting the Session Log tab will open the Event History Manager window which will display the client events that have been logged. The window shown below will appear.
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CHAPTER 5 QUICK LINK MOBILE SETTINGS ACCESSING THE SETTINGS WINDOW APPLICATION TAB ADDING AN APPLICATION EDITING THE PARAMETERS FOR A LAUNCHED APPLICATION MONITORING APPLICATIONS APPLICATION CONFIGURATION WINDOW MONITOR DETAILS WINDOW SETTINGS: HARDWARE SETTINGS: CONNECTION TIMEOUT
QLM SETTINGS ACCESSING THE SETTINGS WINDOW ■ ACCESSING THE SETTINGS WINDOW The “Settings” window allows you to configure the behavior of the QuickLink Mobile software. Among other things, these settings control how the client connects to networks, how it launches applications and how it handles conflicting applications.
APPLICATION TAB QLM SETTINGS For information on the individual settings tabs, see the following: • Application Tab • Connection Timeout Tab • Hardware Tab ■ APPLICATION TAB The Application tab contains general settings for the QuickLink Mobile software. The following options are available: User interface is always on top: When this box is checked, QuickLink Mobile will always appear on top of other application windows.
QLM SETTINGS APPLICATION LAUNCHER TAB method to turn off the warning. You can turn these warning messages back on by pressing the Reset button. ■ ADDING AN APPLICATION Follow these steps to add an application to the list in the App Launcher settings tab: 1 In the App Launcher tab of the Settings window, click the Add button. The Application Configuration window appears. 2 In the Profile Name box, enter the name of the application that you are adding.
ADDING AN APPLICATION QLM SETTINGS ■ EDITING THE PARAMETERS FOR A LAUNCHED APPLICATION The parameters used to launch an application are found in two locations: the Application Configuration window and The Monitor Details window. Follow these steps to edit the parameters in the Application Configuration Window: 1 In the App Launcher tab of the Settings window, select the application whose parameters you wish to edit. 2 Click the Edit button. The Application Configuration window appears.
QLM SETTINGS EDITING THE PARAMETERS 2 In the App Launcher settings tab, click the Details button next to the application that you wish to launch automatically. The Monitor Details window appears. 3 If you want to be prompted before the application is launched automatically, select “Prompt” in the Launch options box. Otherwise, select “Auto.” 4 If for some reason, the application launch must be delayed for a certain period, you can enter the time delay required in the Launch Delay box.
EDITING THE PARAMETERS QLM SETTINGS CHANGING THE ORDER IN WHICH APPLICATIONS ARE LAUNCHED The order in which applications are launched is controlled by the amount of launch delay specified in Monitor Details window. Applications with a greater delay will be launched later than applications with a smaller delay. Follow these steps to change the launch delay. 1 In the App Launcher tab of the Settings window, click the details ( ... ) button next to the application whose launch order you wish to change.
QLM SETTINGS EDITING THE PARAMETERS ■ MONITORING APPLICATIONS RESPONDING TO AN APPLICATION SHUT DOWN QuickLink Mobile can be configured to respond when one of the applications listed in the Application Bar is shut down. Possible responses include shutting down your current wireless connection and simply restarting the application that has been shut down. Follow these steps to enable the monitoring of a specific application.
MONITORING APPLICATIONS QLM SETTINGS ■ APPLICATION CONFIGURATION WINDOW This window allows you to select an application to be added to the Application Bar and/or edit the parameters QuickLink uses to launch that application. The following settings appear in this window: Profile Name: This is the name that will be displayed for this application in the App Launcher settings page.
QLM SETTINGS APPLICATION CONFIGURATION WINDOW ■ MONITOR DETAILS WINDOW The Monitor Details Window allows you to specify whether specific applications that are listed in the App Launcher tab can be launched automatically when you connect and what actions QuickLink Mobile should take when such an application is shut down.
MONITOR DETAILS WINDOW QLM SETTINGS Monitor Action: If the Monitor Application box is checked, this field specifies what QuickLink Mobile should do when it detects that this application has been shut down. • When set to Manual, QuickLink Mobile will not respond to the application being shut down. • When set to Prompt, QuickLink Mobile will prompt you for a course of action. • When set to Restart, QuickLink Mobile will restart the application.
QLM SETTINGS SETTINGS: HARDWARE For more information, see The Device List. ALLOW SIMULTANEOUS CONNECTIONS If this box is checked, QuickLink Mobile will allow you to establish more than one connection at a time. If this box is NOT checked, QuickLink Mobile will prompt you to disconnect before allowing you to establish a second connection. PROMPT BEFORE SWITCHING CONNECTIONS The QuickLink Mobile software can automatically switch to a higher priority network if one becomes available.
SETTINGS: HARDWARE QLM SETTINGS • In the Device List, the “other” device which has established a connection must be selected in the “Other Devices” group (to see which devices are currently selected, set the menu in the Selected column to “Manual”). When this box is not checked, QuickLink Mobile will not respond to connections established by “Other Devices.
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CHAPTER 5 INSTALLING UM175US PRECAUTIONS RECOMMENDED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS INSTALLING SOFTWARE UNPLUGGING OR EJECTING THE DEVICE USB MODEM EXTENSION CABLE
INSTALLING UM175US PRECAUTIONS ■ PRECAUTIONS 1 DO NOT insert the UM175US before installing the software on the computer. When you complete the software installation, the system will prompt you to insert the UM175US into the USB port. 2 Once the modem has been inserted into the computer, do not remove it without first completing the unplugging/ejection process.
INSTALLING SOFTWARE INSTALLING UM175US ■ INSTALLING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION • If you install QuickLink Mobile, it will install the USB Driver for the UM175US. Follow the instructions from QuickLink Mobile for installation. WARNINGS! • Make sure to complete the unplugging/ejection process BEFORE removing the UM175US. If you remove the device improperly, the product may be damaged. (For further informatin on unplugging/ejection process, please refer to pages 48-49.
UNPLUGGING OR EJECTING THE DEVICE INSTALLING UM175US • It is normal to hear a short beep sound each time you insert or remove the UM175US. It is an audible notification that your computer recognizes the new hardware. ■ UNPLUGGING OR EJECTING THE DEVICE Make sure to complete the unplug/eject process on your computer BEFORE removing the UM175US from your computer. If you remove the USB device improperly, the product may be damaged.
UNPLUGGING OR EJECTING THE DEVICE INSTALLING UM175US When you press the Unplug/Eject icon in the system tray, the pop-up window will appear. Click the [Stop] button. Now, you can remove the UM175US from your PC. • MACINTOSH When disconnecting a USB mass device from the computer, close all windows and quit all running applications that are stored on the device and drag the device’s icon onto trash to dismount it from the Desktop prior to unplugging the device from the USB port or Hub.
INSTALLING UM175US USB MODEM EXTENSION CABLE ■ USB MODEM EXTENSION CABLE The UM175US USB Modem package includes an extension USB Y-shaped cable. Although the cable is not required for use with your UM175US modem, it offers increased performance for your UM175US modem under certain operating conditions. Simply insert the USB connector into the USB port of your computing device to deliver power boost, increased RF performance, and to solve clearance issues.
USB MODEM EXTENSION CABLE INSTALLING UM175US 3 The device is connected to and powered by the computer as soon as the USB cable is plugged properly into the appropriate Type A USB port(s). 4 Launch QuickLink Mobile and click Connect.
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CHAPTER 6 REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION REGULATORY NOTICES OPERATING CONDITIONS WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
REGULATORY AND SAFETY REGULATORY NOTICES INFORMATIONS ■ REGULATORY NOTICES UM175US complies with Parts 15, 22, and 24 of the FCC rules. It has been tested with a typical personal computer with a USB port. This USB device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. If you use this USB device in any other configuration, the FCC RF Exposure compliance limit can be exceeded.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATIONS ■ WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 1 Modifying or changing this USB device without express authorization can nullify compliance with RF exposure guidelines. 2 This USB device has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15, 22, and 24 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when appropriately installed.
REGULATORY AND SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INFORMATIONS 5 If you have purchased this product under a United States Government contract, it shall be subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (C)(1)(ii) of Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulations (DFARs) Section 252.227-7013 for Department of Defense contracts, and as set forth in Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FARs) Section 52.227-19 for civilian agency contracts or any successor regulations.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATIONS 3 Do not use this USB device in any aircraft whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. Make sure to turn off this USB device in aircraft. If used in an aircraft, it can transmit signals that could interfere with various aircraft systems. 4 Do not use this USB device while driving a car, since it can distract the driver. In some area, using the communication device while driving a car is illegal.
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CHAPTER 7 APPENDIX GLOSSARY SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR) SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE U.S.
APPENDIX GLOSSARY ■ GLOSSARY Analog Coverage An area where analog service is available. Analog phones usually indicate signal strength on an indicator in the phone’s display when receiving an analog signal. Browser The software that allows you to view the Internet; contains navigator commands such as forward and back; examples include Netscape, Microsoft Explorer.
GLOSSARY APPENDIX Internet A cooperatively run, globally distributed collection of computer networks that exchange information via a common set of rules for exchanging data (Transfer Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol or TCP/IP). Intranet An intranet is a web site created by a business, which posts its own company information in a secure part of the Internet that only employees or other authorized users can reach. Intranets are generally protected by firewalls. Kbps Kilobits per second.
APPENDIX GLOSSARY POP3 e-mail Protocol used by ISP’s mail servers to manage e-mail for subscribers. E-mail clients such as Microsoft Outlook support POP3. Proxy Settings A specific I.P. address that allows access to a secured enterprise network. The proxy settings provide directions to a computer so that it can locate an address and access information and services, which exist at that location.
SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR) APPENDIX ■ SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR) Maximum: SAR 1.19 W/kg CDMA835 Body SAR 0.854 W/kg PCS1900 Body THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.
APPENDIX SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATES (SAR) limit established by the government adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed in positions and locations (e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC for each model. The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested for use when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 1.19 W/Kg. (Body-worn measurements differ among phone models, depending upon available accessories and FCC requirements).
SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE APPENDIX ■ SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE BODY WORN OPERATION This device was tested in multiple notebook computer configurations with USB port configurations for typical near-body operations with the back of the USB Modem kept 20mm from the body.
APPENDIX SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RF EXPOSURE EXPOSURE TO RF ENERGY Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Do not move the antenna close to, or couching any exposed part of the body when making a call. FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT APPENDIX ■ U.S.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT INFORMATION TO THE USER 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.
APPENDIX RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT FCC ID: PP4PX-700 Warning: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
