Multi Tech Equipment GPRS USB - Manual (Page 3)

Table of Contents
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem GPRS USB Wireless Modem User Guide 3
Contents
Chapter 1 – Product Description and Specifications................................................................................................4
Product Description.................................................................................................................................................4
Features..................................................................................................................................................................4
Application Overview...............................................................................................................................................5
Application Types.............................................................................................................................................5
Benefits/Features in Applications.....................................................................................................................5
Safety......................................................................................................................................................................6
General Safety .................................................................................................................................................6
RF Interference Issues.....................................................................................................................................6
Vehicle Safety ..................................................................................................................................................6
Maintenance of Your Modem ...........................................................................................................................6
Your Responsibility ..........................................................................................................................................6
Package Contents...................................................................................................................................................7
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................................8
Antenna/RF Specifications...............................................................................................................................8
Interfaces ................................................................................................................................................................9
LEDs ................................................................................................................................................................9
AT Command Reference Guides .....................................................................................................................9
Chapter 2 – Activation and Installation ....................................................................................................................10
Step 1 – Activate Your Wireless Account..............................................................................................................10
Step 2 – Insert the SIM Card into the Holder ........................................................................................................10
Step 3 – Connect the Antenna and USB Cable ....................................................................................................11
Step 4 – Handset Connection (Optional)...............................................................................................................11
Step 5 – Attach the Modem to a Flat Surface (Optional).......................................................................................12
Step 6 – Install the Modem Driver .........................................................................................................................13
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................13
Installing the Modem Driver in Windows XP/2003 .........................................................................................13
Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 2000 ...............................................................................................17
Chapter 3 – Using Your Wireless Modem ................................................................................................................21
Phone Number for the Wireless Modem ...............................................................................................................21
Examples of Useful AT Commands ......................................................................................................................21
Verifying Signal Strength ...............................................................................................................................21
Checking Network Registration and Roaming Status.....................................................................................21
Checking the Modem’s Identity ......................................................................................................................21
Establishing a Voice Call ...............................................................................................................................22
Establishing a Circuit-Switched Data (CSD) Connection ...............................................................................22
Answering a Circuit-Switched Data (CSD) Connection ..................................................................................22
Using Short Message Services (SMS) ..................................................................................................................23
SMS Examples ..............................................................................................................................................24
Internet Access .....................................................................................................................................................26
Connecting to the GPRS Network for Internet Access ...................................................................................26
Mobile PhoneTools ...............................................................................................................................................28
Chapter 4 – Troubleshooting and Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................29
Troubleshooting Examples....................................................................................................................................29
Frequently Asked Questions .................................................................................................................................30
Chapter 5 – Reference Information...........................................................................................................................32
Wireless Modem Reference Information ...............................................................................................................32
Appendix A – Warranty and Repairs ........................................................................................................................33
Appendix B - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statement .....................................................35