NetComm Wireless NWL2202 4G Wi-Fi M2M Router User Manual
NetComm Wireless Limited 4G Wi-Fi M2M Router
User manual
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Vodafone
MachineLink 4G
Quick Start Guide
and Safety Manual
Vodafone
Power to you
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Welcome
to the world of mobile communications
Thank you for choosing a Vodafone MachineLink 4G, M2M router.
This guide will help you set up, connect and congure your device
quickly and easily.
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Package
contents
This package includes
• 1x Vodafone MachineLink
4G M2M router
• 2 x Multiband dipole cellular
antennas (ANT-0022)
• 2 x Wi-Fi dipole antennas
• 1x 1.5m yellow Ethernet
cable 8P8C
2 Getting started
3 Device overview
5 Installing your device
10 Overview of LED
indicators
12 Advanced conguration
and troubleshooting
15 Verifying connection status
16 Wireless LAN connection
19 Mounting your device
22 Conguring multiple devices
24 Safety and product care
Chapters
• 1x DIN rail mounting bracket
• 1x Four-way terminal block
(attached to device)
• 1x Quick start guide and
safety manual
• 1x Printed WiFi activation
card
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Getting
started
Depending on your individual setup, you may need certain
components to congure your device correctly.
• External power supply unit for the Vodafone MachineLink 4G
router (not included).
• Flathead screwdriver for terminating power input wires.
• Notebook or PC for advanced conguration.
• Additional fasteners and screwdrivers for specic wall or
rail mounting.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 WiFi antenna connectors Reverse polarity SMA Female connectors for WiFi antennas.
2 GPS antenna connector SMA female connector for GPS antenna.
3 SIM card slot Insert SIM card here.
4 MicroSD card slot Insert a MicroSD card here to provide additional storage (Optional).
5 Reset button • Press and hold for less than 5 seconds to reboot to normal mode. The
LEDs are green and extinguish in sequence to indicate that the router
will reboot normally if the button is released during this period.
• Press and hold for 5 to 15 seconds to reboot to recovery mode. The
LEDs are amber and extinguish in sequence to indicate that the router
will reboot to recovery mode if the button is released during this period.
• Press and hold for 15 to 20 seconds to reset the router to factory
default settings. The LEDs are red and extinguish in sequence to
indicate that the router will reset to factory default settings if the button
is released during this period.
6 WiFi LED Provides a visual overview of the state of the WiFi radio. See the Overview
of LED indicators section for more detail.
7 Micro USB 2.0 (Type AB)
OTG port
Provides connectivity for optional external storage, USB to Serial port
adaptor or a USB Ethernet dongle. Supplies up to 0.5A to connected device.
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Device
overview 3 456
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ITEM DESCRIPTION
8 Cellular antenna
connector
SMA female connectors for LTE/UMTS/GSM antennas (ANT-0022).
9 RJ45 LAN Ethernet port Connect one or several devices via a network switch here.
10 RJ45 WAN/LAN port WAN or LAN port for wired Ethernet clients or to bridge another network
connection.
11 Four-way terminal block
connector
Connect power source wires here. Power wires may be terminated on the
supplied terminal block and connected to a power source. Refer to the
diagram and table under Step 4 of the Installing your device section for
correct wiring of the terminal block. Operates in the 8-40V DC range. The
four-way terminal block connector has the following terminals:
• Power (+)
• Ground (-)
• I/O terminal
• (i) ignition input detection terminal.
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Installing
your device
Step 1
The Vodafone MachineLink 4G router comes equipped with an
internal soldered-down GDSP SIM which is ready for use. If you have
an additional SIM card that you would like to use, you can insert it in
the SIM card tray. To eject the SIM card tray, use the end of a paper clip
to press the SIM Eject button. Place the SIM card in the tray and then
insert the loaded tray into the SIM slot with the gold side facing up, as
shown below.
If you have a microSD card to use with the device, insert it into the
SD card slot. The microSD card slot is spring loaded and retains the
microSD card until it is pushed again to eject it.
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Step 2
The MachineLink 4G router is shipped with rubber caps on the Cellular,
WiFi and GPS antenna sockets. To attach the supplied antennas, rst
remove the socket caps from the antenna sockets then screw the
antennas onto the sockets by turning them in a clockwise direction.
Please refer to the Device overview section for the antenna socket
layout. If you have purchased a GPS antenna, remove the socket cap
from the GPS antenna socket and attach the antenna to the socket in
the same manner.
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Step 3
Mount your router in a suitable location using the options listed in the
Mounting options section.
When selecting a location to mount the MachineLink 4G router,
keep in mind that it features high performance antennas designed to
provide optimum signal strength in a wide range of environments. You
can check the signal strength by observing the colour and number of
LEDs illuminated on the front of the device. For a precise reading of
the signal strength, refer to the Status page on the web user interface.
If you nd the signal strength is weak, try moving the router to a
different place, mounting it differently or changing the orientation of
the antennas.
The signal strength LEDs update within a few seconds with a rolling
average signal strength reading. When selecting a location for the
router, please allow up to 20 seconds for the signal strength LEDs to
update before repositioning.
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Step 4
Connect power to your router using one of the following options.
1. DC power via the four-way connector
Remove the attached green terminal block from your router and
connect to the router’s power socket using a DC power supply,
sold separately.
2. DC power via eld terminated power source
If an 8-40V DC power supply is available, you can insert the wires
into the supplied terminal block to power your router. Use a athead
screwdriver to tighten the terminal block screws and secure the power
wires, making sure that you have correctly wired the terminal block as
illustrated below. You should avoid using DC cables greater than
2 metres in length.
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The green power LED on the router lights up when a power source is
connected.
Step 5
Connect equipment that requires network access to the LAN port of
your router. You can connect one device directly, or several devices
using a network switch. Switch on your power supply and wait 2
minutes for your Vodafone MachineLink 4G to start up and connect
to the mobile network. Your router comes with precongured settings
that should suit most customers.
Your router is now connected.
To check the status of your router, compare the LED indicators
on the device with those listed opposite.
TERMINAL DESCRIPTION
+Positive wire for power
-Ground Wire
iDedicated terminal for ignition detection
1One terminal used for input/output detection
(Please refer to the User Guide and SDK Guide for
more information).
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LED ICON LED COLOUR STATE DESCRIPTION
Power Off Power off
Double ash Powering up
On Power on
On Power on in recovery mode
Slow ashing Hardware error
Network On Connected via WWAN
Blinking1Trafc via WWAN
Slow ashing Connecting PDP / Waiting
for demand
On Registered network
Slow ashing Registering network
Slow ashing SIM PIN locked
Fast ashing SIM PUK locked
On Can’t connect
Overview of
LED indicators
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Signal
strength
On LTE
On WCDMA signal
On GSM/GPRS signal
WiFi Off Radio off
On WiFi Access Point or both WiFi
Access Point and WiFi Client mode
are enabled.
Blinking Trafc via WiFi in AP, client or dual
AP/client mode
On WiFi Client mode is enabled, WiFi
Access Point is disabled
Blinking Trafc via WiFi in client mode
1 The term “blinking” means that the LED may pulse, with the intervals that the LED is on and
off not being equal. The term “ashing” means that the LED turns on and off at equal intervals.
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Advanced
conguration
and
troubleshooting
Depending on what you’re using your router for, you may need to log
into it via the web based conguration interface for status monitoring,
troubleshooting or advanced conguration.
To access this interface, you’ll need a computer with an Ethernet
port and web browser (such as Internet Explorer, Chrome or Safari)
installed.
Step 1
Make sure your Vodafone MachineLink 4G is turned on and disconnect
any Ethernet connections.
Step 2
Attach the supplied yellow Ethernet cable 8P8C to the LAN Ethernet
port on your router and the other to your computer. Access the user
interface by entering http://192.168.1.1 into your web browser. Enter
the username and password then click Log in.
There are two system management accounts (Root Manager and
Admin) with different management capabilities.
Root Manager account
Grants full privileges such as rmware upgrades, device conguration,
backup and restore, and reset to factory default settings. To access the
Root Manager account, use these login details.
http://192.168.1.1 or http://my.router
Username: root
Password:admin
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Admin account
Allows updates to general settings. To access the Admin account, use
these login details.
Step 3
Once logged in you’ll see the Status page. Here you can see an
overview of information about the network your router is connected
to (if any), signal strength and data connection status. You can access
advanced conguration settings from the top menu.
For more information on advanced conguration, refer to the
full product User Guide available from the Help link in the web
conguration interface or from the NetComm Wireless website at
http://vodafone.netcommwireless.com
Step 4
If the inserted SIM card is PIN locked, a pop-up window is displayed
informing you that you must unlock the SIM before use.
Click the OK button. The SIM Security page is displayed.
http://192.168.1.1 or http://my.router
Username: admin
Password:admin
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In the Current PIN eld, enter the SIM PIN and then enter it again in
the Conrm current PIN eld. If you do not want to enter the PIN code
each time the SIM is inserted, select the Remember PIN option. Click
the Save button. The router displays “Success! The SIM unlock was
successful”.
Step 5
If the SIM Status is OK, the Vodafone MachineLink 4G router
automatically attempts to connect to the Internet by detecting the
correct APN and connection details.
If automatic conguration was unsuccessful, you must manually enter
the connection details.
To manually congure the connection prole:
1. From the top menu bar, select the Networking option.
2. Next to Prole1, click the button. The Data connection
prole settings screen is displayed.
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Click on the Status menu item from the top menu bar. The Status
page is displayed. The mobile broadband connection is established
successfully if the Status eld in the Packet data connection status
section displays Connected.
3. Ensure that the Automatic APN selection toggle key is set to the
OFF position. (Not required when using a Vodafone GDSP SIM)
4. In the APN eld, enter the APN name that your carrier requires for
mobile broadband connection. If required, enter the Username
and Password in the Username and Password elds. Click the Save
button.
The connection prole is now congured.
Verifying the
connection
status
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Wireless LAN
connection
The MachineLink 4G router can operate as both an access point and a
WiFi client simultaneously, if required. By default the MachineLink 4G
router has the wireless access point disabled. If you want to use this
functionality you must enable it rst.
To enable the wireless access point on the MachineLink 4G router:
1. From the top menu bar, select the Networking option.
2. Select Wireless settings on the left, then select the AP basic
settings menu item.
3. Click the AP mode toggle key so that it is in the ON position then
click the Save button.
The wireless access point is enabled. Continue to the next section to
connect a wireless client to the MachineLink 4G access point.
Connecting a wireless client to the MachineLink 4G
access point
The WiFi Network Name (SSID) and WiFi Security Key are unique for
your device and are printed on the back of your MachineLink 4G
router. The credentials are also printed on the WiFi Activation Card.
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Follow these steps to connect your client device to the Internet over
the wireless network:
1. Turn on the wireless radio on your client device.
2. Open the wireless network manager on your client device and
connect to the Wireless Network Name (SSID) printed on the
Wireless activation card.
3. When prompted for your wireless security settings, enter the WiFi
Key. Wait a few seconds for the connection to be established.
4. Conrm that it is connected by viewing the WLAN AP status
section of the Status page.
Connecting the MachineLink 4G router to another
access point
To use your MachineLink 4G router as a client, you must rst change
the wireless mode on the web user interface. To enable the wireless
client:
1. From the top menu bar, select the Networking option.
2. Select Wireless settings on the left, then select the Wireless client
menu item.
3. Click the Client mode toggle key so that it is in the ON position
then click the Save button.
4. On the Wireless client conguration page, click the Scan button
to scan for remote access points to connect to, then click the
Connect link corresponding to the desired network. The wireless
network’s details are copied to the Wireless client conguration
elds.
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5. If the network requires a password, enter the password in the
Network key/WPA pre-shared key/Private key passphrase eld,
then click the Save button. The wireless client connects to the
access point. You can conrm that it is connected by viewing the
WLAN client connection status section of the Status page.
For further detail on using the wireless client, refer to the product
user guide.
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Mounting
your device
Depending on your individual setup, you may need certain
components to mount your device correctly, such as:
• A Flathead screwdriver for terminating power input wires.
• Additional fasteners and screwdrivers for specic wall or rail
mounting.
Mounting options
The Vodafone MachineLink 4G router can be installed quickly and
easily in a variety of locations.
MOUNT
TYPE
DESCRIPTION BENEFITS
Wall mount 1. Flat against the wall • Slimline form factor,
close to wall
2. Perpendicular to the wall • Small wall footprint
3. Mounted via DIN rail bracket • Easy to remove
C Section DIN
rail mount
Slide onto a rail • Simplicity
Top hat DIN
rail mount
Mount on a bracket and slide
onto a rail
• Simplicity
• Can mount in between
other devices
Desk mount Stand on a desk • Simplicity, versatility
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Wall mount 1. Flat against the wall
2. Perpendicular to the wall
3. Mounted via DIN Rail Bracket
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DIN Rail
mounting
bracket Push to release
V Bend allows you to snap the DIN
bracket onto the middle of a DIN rail,
rather than sliding it onto the end
C Section DIN
rail mount
Top hat DIN rail
mount
Desk mount
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Conguring
multiple
devices
To apply your advanced conguration settings to more than one
MachineLink 4G router, follow these simple steps.
Step 1
Back up your router’s conguration
Log in to the web conguration interface, click on the System menu,
select System conguration and click on Settings backup and restore.
If you want to password protect your backup conguration les, enter
your password in the elds under Save a copy of current settings and
click on Save. If you don’t want to password protect your les, just click
on Save. The router will then prompt you to select a location to save
the settings le.
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Step 2
Restore your backup conguration
In the web conguration interface click on the System menu, select
System conguration and click on Settings backup and restore.
From the Restore saved settings section, click on Choose a le and
select the backup conguration le on your computer.
Click Restore to copy the settings to the new MachineLink 4G router.
The router will apply these settings and inform you it will reboot - click
on OK.
Tip: Don’t change the le extension of the backup le as this may
cause it to corrupt.
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Safety and Product Care
Vodafone MachineLink 4G
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Open Source Disclaimer 26
RF exposure 26
External antenna 27
CE approval (European Union) 28
FCC statement 29
FCC compliance 29
FCC regulations 29
IC Regulations 30
IC radiation exposure statemant 30
Electrical safety 30
Accessories 30
Connection to a car 30
Distraction 30
Operating machinery 30
Product handling 31
Children 32
Emergency situations 32
Device heating 32
WEEE approval 32
Faulty and damaged products 32
Interference 32
Pacemakers 32
Hearing aids 33
Medical devices 33
Hospitals 33
Interference in cars 33
Explosive environments 33
Petrol stations and explosive atmospheres 33
Blasting caps and areas 33
Table of
contents
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Open Source
Disclaimer
RF exposure
This product contains Open Source software that has been released by the developers of that
software under specic licensing requirements such as the “General Public License“ (GPL)
Version 2 or 3, the “Lesser General Public License“ (LGPL), the “Apache License“ or similar
licenses. For detailed information on the Open Source software, the copyright, the respective
licensing requirements and ways of obtaining the source code, please log in to the web
conguration interface and click on the Help section.
Your device contains a transmitter and a receiver. When it is on, it receives and transmits RF
energy. When you communicate with your device, the system handling your connection
controls the power level at which your device transmits.
This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.
This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure
to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
Government.
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. To ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines the device must be used
with a minimum of 20cm separation from the body. Failure to observe these instructions
could result in your RF exposure exceeding the relevant guideline limits.
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de
20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Tout gain d’antenne externe doit répondre l’exposition aux radiofréquences et les limites de
puissance de sortie maximum rayonnée de la section de la règle applicable. Le gain maximal
de l’antenne de cet appareil est:
• WWAN: 3.74 dBi (2500-2690MHz)
• WLAN: 2dBi
• Type d’antenne WLAN: Antenne dipolaire
Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé
pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage
radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son
gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l’intensité
nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante.
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Le présent émetteur radio FCC ID: XIA-NWL2202, IC: 8847A-NWL2202 a été approuvé par
Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés ci-dessus et ayant
un gain admissible maximal et l’impédance requise pour chaque type d’antenne. Les types
d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué,
sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur.
External antenna
Any optional external antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Please consult the health and safety
guide of the chosen antenna for specic body separation guidelines as a greater distance of
separation may be required for high-gain antennas.
Any external antenna gain must meet RF exposure and maximum radiated output power
limits of the applicable rule section. The maximum antenna gain for this device as reported
to the FCC is:
• WWAN: 3.74 dBi (2500-2690MHz)
• WLAN: 2dBi
• WLAN antenna type: Dipole antenna
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna
of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
necessary for successful communication
This radio transmitter FCC ID: XIA-NWL2202, IC: 8847A-NWL2202 has been approved
by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum
permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna
types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that
type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European
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Union and attained CE Marking. The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters
“CE.” The CE Mark applies to the products regulated by the central European health, safety
and environmental protection legislation. The CE Mark is obligatory for products it applies to:
the manufacturer afxes the marking in order to be able to sell their product in the European
market.
The wireless device is approved to be used in the member states of the EU. NetComm Wireless
declares that the wireless device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive
1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive). Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the
following European Norms – EN 60950-1 – Product Safety, EN 301 489 EMC, EN301511 GSM
RF, EN301908-1 UMTS RF, EN301908-13 LTE RF, EN 62311 SAR Technical requirement for
radio equipment. A notied body has determined that this device has properly demonstrated
that the requirements of the directive have been met and has issued a favourable certicate of
expert opinion. As such the device will bear the notied body number 1588 after the CE mark.
The CE Marking is not a quality mark. Foremost, it refers to the safety rather than to the quality
of the product. Secondly, CE Marking is mandatory for the product it applies to whereas most
quality markings are voluntary.
Marking: The product shall bear the CE mark, the notied body number(s) as depicted
to the left.
This product has also passed the following certication standards –
Health (Article 3.1(a) of the R&TTE Directive)
• EN 62311: 2008 ; EN 50385 :2002
Safety (Article 3.1(a) of the R&TTE Directive)
• EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011 + A2:2013 IEC 60950-1:2005
2nd edition + am1 (2009) + am 2 (2013)
Electromagnetic compatibility (Article 3.1 (b) of the R&TTE Directive)
• EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2, EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1, EN 301 489-7 V1.3.1
• EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1
• EN 301 489-24 V1.5.1
• EN 55022:2010/ AC:2011 Class B, EN55024: 2010
• EN 61000-3-2:2006/A1:2009/A2:2009, EN 61000-3-3:2008
CE approval
(European
Union)
1588
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FCC Statement
Radio frequency spectrum usage (Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive)
• EN 301 511 V9.0.2, EN 301 908-1 V6.2.1, EN 301 908-2 V6.2.1
• EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1, EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1
• EN 300 328 V1.9.1
RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU)
• EN 50581: 2012
NOTE: To comply with the RF exposure requirements, this equipment must be operated with a
minimum of 20 cm separation from the user.
This is a regulatory requirement and applies to all 2G/3G/4G/WiFi capable devices meeting
standard regulatory compliance such as the compliance standards listed above.
FCC compliance
Federal Communications Commission Notice (United States): Before a wireless device model
is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certied to the FCC that it does not
exceed the limit established by the government-adopted requirement for safe exposure.
FCC regulations
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.
This device 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. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorientate or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.
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Electrical
safety
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.”
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC radiation exposure statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum
distance 20cm between the radiator and users body.
Accessories
Only use approved accessories.
Do not connect with incompatible products or accessories.
Connection to a car
Seek professional advice when connecting a device interface to the vehicle electrical system.
Operating machinery
Full attention must be given to operating the machinery in order to reduce the risk of an
accident.
Distraction
IC regulations
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Product
handling
You alone are responsible for how you use your device and any consequences of its use.
You must always switch off your device wherever the use of a mobile phone is prohibited. Do
not use the device without the clip-on covers attached, and do not remove or change the
covers while using the device. Use of your device is subject to safety measures designed to
protect users and their environment.
• Always treat your device and its accessories with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free
place.
• Do not expose your device or its accessories to open ames or lit tobacco products.
• Do not expose your device or its accessories to liquid, moisture or high humidity.
• Do not drop, throw or try to bend your device or its accessories.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or aerosols to clean the device or its
accessories.
• Do not paint your device or its accessories.
• Do not attempt to disassemble your device or its accessories, only authorised personnel
must do so.
• Do not use or install this product in extremely hot or cold areas. The supported operating
temperature ranges are:
Class A: -30°C to +70°C
Class B: -40°C to +85°C (with possible performance deviation)
• Do not use your device in an enclosed environment or where heat dissipation is poor.
Prolonged use in such space may cause excessive heat and raise ambient temperature,
which will lead to automatic shutdown of your device or the disconnection of the mobile
network connection for your safety. To use your device normally again after such shutdown,
cool it in a well-ventilated place before turning it on.
• Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
• Do not operate the device where ventilation is restricted
• Installation and conguration should be performed by trained personnel only.
• Do not use or install this product near water to avoid re or shock hazard. Avoid exposing
the equipment to rain or damp areas.
• Arrange power and Ethernet cables in a manner such that they are not likely to be stepped
on or have items placed on them.
• Ensure that the voltage and rated current of the power source match the requirements of
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the device. Do not connect the device to an inappropriate power source.
Children
Do not leave your device and its accessories within the reach of small children or allow them
to play with it.
They could hurt themselves or others, or could accidentally damage the device.
Your device contains small parts with sharp edges that may cause an injury or which could
become detached and create a choking hazard.
Emergency & other situations requiring continuous connectivity
This device, like any wireless device, operates using radio signals, which cannot guarantee
connection in all conditions. Therefore, you must never rely solely on any wireless device for
emergency communications or otherwise use the device in situations where the interruption
of data connectivity could lead to death, personal injury, property damage, data loss, or other
loss.
Device heating
Your device may become warm during normal use.
The wireless device is approved to be used in the member states of the EU. NetComm Wireless
declares that the wireless device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
(WEEE Directive).
Do not attempt to disassemble the device or its accessories.
Only qualied personnel must service or repair the device or its accessories.
If your device or its accessories have been submerged in water punctured or subjected to a
severe fall, do not use until they have been checked at an authorised service centre.
Care must be taken when using the device in close proximity to personal medical devices,
such as pacemakers and hearing aids.
Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15cm be maintained
Interference
WEEE approval
Faulty and
damaged
products
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Explosive
environments
between a device and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
Hearing aids
People with hearing aids or other cochlear implants may experience interfering noises when
using wireless devices or when one is nearby.
The level of interference will depend on the type of hearing device and the distance from the
interference source, increasing the separation between them may reduce the interference.
You may also consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Medical devices
Please consult your doctor and the device manufacturer to determine if operation of your
device may interfere with the operation of your medical device.
Hospitals
Switch off your wireless device when requested to do so in hospitals, clinics or health care
facilities. These requests are designed to prevent possible interference with sensitive medical
equipment.
Interference in cars
Please note that because of possible interference to electronic equipment, some vehicle
manufacturers forbid the use of devices in their vehicles unless an external antenna is
included in the installation.
Petrol stations and explosive atmospheres
In locations with potentially explosive atmospheres, obey all posted signs to turn off wireless
devices such as your device or other radio equipment.
Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres include fuelling areas, below decks on boats,
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
Blasting caps and areas
Turn off your device or wireless device when in a blasting area or in areas posted turn off
“two-way radios” or “electronic devices” to avoid interfering with blasting operations.
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logos are trade marks of the Vodafone Group.
Other product names mentioned herein may be
the trade marks of their respective owners. QSG-00075 rev 7
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