ZTE MF691 HSPA+ USB Modem User Manual ZTE CORPORATION NO. 55, Hi-tech Road South, ShenZhen, P.R.China Postcode: 518057 Tel: (86) 755 26779999 URL: http://www.zte.com.cn E-mail: mobile@zte.com.
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Contents Modem Introduction ............................................................................................................. 1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 1 Applicability Scope ........................................................................................................... 1 System Requirements........................................................................................
To the owner ................................................................................................................... 21 Using your USB Modem ................................................................................................ 21 Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 21 Limitation of Liability .....................................................................................................
Modem Introduction Introduction The ZTE USB modem is a multi-mode USB modem, working in HSPA+/HSUPA/HSDPA/WCDMA/EDGE/GPRS/GSM networks. With USB interface connecting to a laptop or a desktop PC, it integrates the functionality of a modem and a mobile phone (SMS), and combines mobile communication with Internet perfectly. It supports data and SMS services through the mobile phone network, enabling you to communicate anytime and anywhere.
ZTE MF691 User Manual HSDPA: 7.2Mbps DL HSPA+: 21Mbps DL Temperature Storage:-40℃ ~ +80℃ Operation: -10℃ ~ +60℃ Dimension 89.2mm×27.8mm×10.4mm Weight About 32g Support up to 16GB microSD card microSD capability Notes: microSD logo is a trademark.
Hardware Installation Outline and Parts The following figure shows the appearance of the MF691. It is only for your reference. The actual product may be different. 1. Indicator 2. Front Cover 3. USB Connector 4. microSD card slot 5. SIM/USIM card slot Hardware Installation 1. Put finger on the bottom finger grip, and then lift the cover of the modem to release and remove. Notes: Do not open the cover rudely so as to avoid the damage of the cover. 2.
ZTE MF691 User Manual 3. Insert your microSD card into the microSD card slot, shown as the following picture. Notes: This modem only supports microSD card. 4. Put the cover of the modem flatly upon the body of modem. Direct the cover towards the locking catches on the sides of the modem and push the cover of the modem to lock the cover into its place. Connecting to Your Computer 1. Rotate the USB connector and plug the USB connector into your computer’s USB port. Make sure that it is tightly inserted.
ZTE MF691 User Manual 2. The OS automatically detects and recognizes new hardware and starts the installation wizard.
Software Installation Installation 1. Your system will start the software setup process automatically when you connect the modem to your computer correctly. Follow the system prompts to complete the software installation. Notes: If the system does not launch installation automatically, you can run the installation program in path of My Computer > ZTEMODEM. 2. Click the Next button to continue. 3.
ZTE MF691 User Manual Notes: If you have problems with installation after the upper operation, please contact the shop or ZTE. Run the Application Software 1. Connect the modem to your computer correctly. 2. Click Start > Programs > MODEM Mobile Connection > MODEM Mobile Connection to run the application software. Or double click the shortcut icon to run the application software. After the modem initialized, main interface appears. When the standby icon the modem can work properly.
ZTE MF691 User Manual 3. Click the Yes button according to the indication, then the system begins to uninstall programs. 4. Wait a minute, select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.” and click the Finish button to complete the application software uninstall.
Function & Operation Interface Introduction Main Interface The whole interface is divided into three parts. Related functions can be executed within the corresponding button. Functional Button Area There are various functional buttons available. By selecting one of the buttons, the corresponding action will be carried out: • Internet: Connect to the Internet. • SMS: Send SMS or read SMS. • Phonebook: Save and view the different information of the contacts.
ZTE MF691 User Manual The icon indicates there are new SMS at present. The icon indicates the current status of Internet connection is not connected. The icon indicates the current status of Internet connection is already connected. The letter “P” means it supports packet-switch (P) service, while letter “C” means it supports circuit switch (C) service. “P” is necessary for Internet connection. The icon indicates insert status of the modem. Red means it has not been inserted into the computer.
ZTE MF691 User Manual • Device Offline/Device Online: Switch the current connection status of the modem and the network. • Factory Settings: Restore all the settings to the original values in the USB modem. This operation just affects the settings in the USB modem and do not change any software settings in the laptop or desktop PC. • Help: Enter the USB modem software help. • About: View the information of the application software and hardware versions.
ZTE MF691 User Manual Notes: Data usage is approximate only, please contact your operator for actual usage. SMS Click the button to witch to the SMS interface. You can select the location of saving SMS (PC or (U)SIM card), and execute different operations in the Inbox, Outbox and Draftbox. Click Inbox, Outbox and Draftbox to view the SMS list.
ZTE MF691 User Manual Notes: To make sure that the SMS can be used properly, at first, you should setup the correct SMS center number. • Inbox: Save the received messages. • Outbox: Save the successfully sent messages. • Draftbox: Save the editing messages which haven’t been sent, or the failed sent messages. Creating a New SMS 1. Click the New Message button, input the recipient’s number. The recipient’s number can be input directly or by entering the Phonebook to select one/more/group records.
ZTE MF691 User Manual 2. Select a new message, and double click it to read the content of new message. SMS Interface Operating Guide There will be various functional button shown in the SMS interface. Select the different functional buttons to carry out corresponding operation. • Read: Read all the information of short messages. (The content of short messages, sender’s phone number, delivered date and time) • Reply: Reply short messages to the sender (Can not be executed in Outbox / Draftbox).
ZTE MF691 User Manual shown at the left bottom corner of the interface. Creating a New Group 1. Click New > New Group below the group list area to add a new group. 2. Edit the group name just taken. Creating a New Contact 1. Click New > New Contact below the contact list area. 2. Choose the saving location of a new contact. (In option: PC or (U)SIM card) 3. Input the contact information. 4. Click the OK button to finish. Searching for a Contact 1.
ZTE MF691 User Manual 4. Enter the contents of the message and then click the Send button. Phonebook Interface Operating Guide There will be various functional button icons shown in the Phonebook interface. Select different functional button and it will carry out corresponding operation. • View: View the selected records for detail information. • New: Add a new contact or group. • Delete: Delete the selected contacts. • SMS: Send SMS to the selected contact(s) mobilephone.
ZTE MF691 User Manual Notes: This function needs network support. Backup Phonebook, Settings and SMS You can backup the Phonebook and SMS in PC, Settings to your PC. And you can also restore them. Click the Backup button to backup the Phonebook and SMS in PC, Settings. Or click the Resume button to restore the Phonebook, SMS, Settings. Connection Settings To ensure that the modem can connect to the Internet properly, you should configure the connection information first.
ZTE MF691 User Manual When Manual is selected, click the Apply button, the system will search for available networks. After a short period the supplier list will be shown in a window, also displaying available networks. Select the network that the supplier is utilized to serve your (U)SIM and press the Select button to enter the network. Preference Mode • UMTS preferred: The system selects the UMTS network preferred. • GPRS/EDGE preferred: The system selects the GPRS/EDGE network preferred.
FAQ & Answer When you meet the following problems in service, please refer to the following answers to solve it. If the problems still exist, please contact with your suppliers. Problem Description Possible Causes Problem Solving The system can not run the installation program automatically. The system configuration is having difficulty with the auto-run software. The modem will appear as a virtual CDROM on the PC’s start menu. Click on the icon and start installation program.
ZTE MF691 User Manual Problem Description Connected to the Internet, but you cannot open any website page. Possible Causes Problem Solving 3. The APN in the user configuration file is incorrect. 3. Check the APN in the user configuration file in the “Network settings”. 4. The modem data is corrupted. 4. Local network access or the target server maybe experiencing problems. Retry data request. 5. The network type has been selected manually, but is incorrect. 5.
Warning and Notice To the owner • Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference sent by modem if inadequately shielded, such as the electronic system of vehicles. Please consult the manufacturer of the device before using the modem if necessary. • Operating of laptop and desktop PCs and the modem may interfere with medical devices like hearing aids and pacemakers. Please always keep them more than 20 centimeters away from such medical devices when they are turned on.
ZTE MF691 User Manual End User shall have no right to reject or return the Product, or receive a refund for the Product from ZTE under the above-mentioned situations.
ZTE MF691 User Manual FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.