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Sierra Wireless 580 User Manual

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Table 4-3: Settings Menu - General Tab Options

Option Choices Description

Option

Choices

Description

Start in System Tray
Mode

On
Off (default to Full
Mode at launch)

When this option is enabled, Watcher will launch from the

system tray. (See System Tray Mode on page 26).This
feature is turned off by default (it is unchecked) and

Watcher launches in Full Mode.

Run AirCard 580
Watcher at Startup

On (default)
Off

When this option is enabled, Watcher automatically
launches when your notebook PC is powered on. Turning
this feature “off” disables auto launch and Watcher may

only be opened through the desktop shortcut or from the
start menu (See page 17 in this

chapter “Launching Watcher”).

Enable Auto-Connect

On
Off (Default)

When this option is enabled, Watcher automatically
establishes a connection at startup, and reestablishes a

connection if the connection is dropped. If you prefer to
manually establish a connection, turn the feature off
(default).

Cal l Lost Alert

On (default)
Off

When enabled, a pop-up window and warning sound notify
you when a connection is dropped.

Card Eject Warning

On (default)
Off

When enabled, a message regarding proper card removal is

displayed when you exit Watcher.

Premium Service

Alert

On (default)

Off

When enabled, a notification appears each time an a

connection attempt the high-speed 3G CDMA 1xEVDO

BroadbandAccess network is made.

Tray Mode Alert

On (default)

Off

When enabled, you are prompted to indicate whether you

want to close Watcher or minimize Watcher when you
select the system tray shortcut action button.
The System Select menu displays the current selection
when the Settings tool is launched while the modem is

connected and powered on. If the modem is not connected

or powered on, the menu will be grayed out. These settings

cannot be changed during an active data call.

Note: Do not change the default System Select

option, unless instructed to do so by a

CLARO

Customer Service Representative

System Select

Automatic
Automatic A
Automatic B

Home Only


For security purposes, you have the option to lock the

AirCard 580 when not in use. Place a checkmark in the
check box entitled, “Lock Card” to enable this feature. By

enabling this feature, the AirCard 580 locks, disabling any

connection attempts, even if Watcher is set to "Auto

Connect". Each time you use the AirCard 580, you are asked
to enter a four-digit passcode. The default lock code is the

last four digits of your Directory Number. To change your
code, select “Change Lock Code” and follow the on-screen

instructions.

Tip: Access the About tab to locate your Directory
Number or contact

CLARO Customer

Service.

Security Lock

On

Off (default)