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As shown below, your Minstrel STM can be ready to download web pages and send and

receive email in just a few steps. For more detailed information on setting up your

Minstrel S, read the Getting Started section of the Minstrel S User Guide.

Insert the Minstrel S into the SpringboardTM expansion slot of your VisorTM.

Remove the slot protector and insert the Minstrel S into the slot until the

connectors are secure. The Modem Manager software, which controls the

modem’s connection to the Wireless IP network, will automatically launch.

Start the Setup Wizard utility to begin configuration of the Minstrel S.

Once the Minstrel screen appears, tap the Menu icon and select Setup

Wizard from the Minstrel menu.

Follow the directions on the screen to configure the Minstrel S.

As directed, select the Wireless IP network provider you wish to use and

contact the provider to set up an account. When prompted, enter the IP

and DNS addresses and test the network registration.

Install email and web browsing applications on your Visor.

Install any email and web browsing applications you would like to use on

your Visor following the directions provided by the software manufacturer.

Charge the Minstrel S battery.

The Minstrel S is shipped with a partially charged battery and, therefore, it

is necessary to charge the battery before the modem is used. The battery

status LED on the front of the Minstrel S flashes green when the battery is

being charged and is solid green when the battery is fully charged.

Connect to the Wireless IP network.

Once your Minstrel S has been configured, you can connect to the

Wireless IP network simply by inserting your Minstrel S into the Visor’s

expansion slot. The Modem Manager software will automatically launch

and register the modem to the network.

Congratulations!

Now that your Minstrel S has registered to the Wireless IP network, you

can send and receive data across the Internet using your Visor and just

about any email or web browsing application you choose.

Quick Start Guide

As shown below, your Minstrel STM can be ready to download web pages and send and

receive email in just a few steps. For more detailed information on setting up your

Minstrel S, read the Getting Started section of the Minstrel S User Guide.

Insert the Minstrel S into the SpringboardTM expansion slot of your VisorTM.

Remove the slot protector and insert the Minstrel S into the slot until the

connectors are secure. The Modem Manager software, which controls the

modem’s connection to the Wireless IP network, will automatically launch.

Start the Setup Wizard utility to begin configuration of the Minstrel S.

Once the Minstrel screen appears, tap the Menu icon and select Setup

Wizard from the Minstrel menu.

Follow the directions on the screen to configure the Minstrel S.

As directed, select the Wireless IP network provider you wish to use and

contact the provider to set up an account. When prompted, enter the IP

and DNS addresses and test the network registration.

Install email and web browsing applications on your Visor.

Install any email and web browsing applications you would like to use on

your Visor following the directions provided by the software manufacturer.

Charge the Minstrel S battery.

The Minstrel S is shipped with a partially charged battery and, therefore, it

is necessary to charge the battery before the modem is used. The battery

status LED on the front of the Minstrel S flashes green when the battery is

being charged and is solid green when the battery is fully charged.

Connect to the Wireless IP network.

Once your Minstrel S has been configured, you can connect to the

Wireless IP network simply by inserting your Minstrel S into the Visor’s

expansion slot. The Modem Manager software will automatically launch

and register the modem to the network.

Congratulations!

Now that your Minstrel S has registered to the Wireless IP network, you

can send and receive data across the Internet using your Visor and just

about any email or web browsing application you choose.

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The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be

construed as a commitment by Novatel Wireless Inc. unless such commitment is expressly given

in a covering document.

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may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means including electronic storage, repro-

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Getting Started.......................................................................................................................................4

Welcome....................................................................................................................................5

Requirements ............................................................................................................................6

Overview of the Minstrel S Modem............................................................................................7

Overview of the Minstrel S Software .......................................................................................10

Charging the Battery................................................................................................................ 11

Installing the Minstrel S Software ............................................................................................12

Connecting the Minstrel to the Visor........................................................................................13

Configuring the Minstrel...........................................................................................................14

Connecting to the Internet .......................................................................................................15

Working with the Minstrel S................................................................................................................16

Managing the Network Connection .........................................................................................17

Using the Power Switch...........................................................................................................19

Changing the Configuration.....................................................................................................22

Updating the Flash ..................................................................................................................23

Using File Mover......................................................................................................................26

Configuring the Button.............................................................................................................34

Setup Wizard........................................................................................................................................37

Introduction to Setup Wizard ...................................................................................................38

Starting Setup Wizard..............................................................................................................39

Select Provider ........................................................................................................................41

Configure Palm Device............................................................................................................44

Contact a Provider...................................................................................................................46

Settings....................................................................................................................................48

Confirm Settings......................................................................................................................50

Auto Config..............................................................................................................................52

Check Network ........................................................................................................................54

Successful ...............................................................................................................................56

Modem Manager ..................................................................................................................................57

Introduction to Modem Manager..............................................................................................58

Starting Modem Manager........................................................................................................61

Minstrel....................................................................................................................................64

Config ......................................................................................................................................67

Detailed Status ........................................................................................................................75

Push Message Configuration ..................................................................................................79

Terminal...................................................................................................................................82

Ping .........................................................................................................................................87

Glossary ...............................................................................................................................................90

Glossary A-H ...........................................................................................................................91

Glossary I-R.............................................................................................................................92

Glossary S-V ...........................................................................................................................93

Glossary W-Z...........................................................................................................................94

Index .....................................................................................................................................................95

Index A-Co...............................................................................................................................96

Index Co-Em............................................................................................................................97

Index En-Ld .............................................................................................................................98

Index Le-Ou.............................................................................................................................99

Index Ov-R ............................................................................................................................100

Index S-St..............................................................................................................................101

Index Su-Z.............................................................................................................................102

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Welcome

Welcome to the Minstrel S User Guide. This guide provides information on using the many com-

ponents and features of your Minstrel STM Wireless SpringboardTM Modem, including the follow-

ing:

• General information about the Minstrel S modem and software

• Instructions to help get you started with your Minstrel S so you can download web

pages and send email almost immediately

• Detailed information about the software used to configure and control the opera-

tion of your Minstrel S

Caution

To satisfy FCC RF exposure compliance requirements for mobile transmitting devices, the user

should generally maintain a separation distance of 20 cm between the person’s body, and the

device and its antenna. The hands and wrists have a higher exposure limit because they are

extremities, and the device should be used in a hand-held, hand-operated configuration only.

This device has been tested for compliance with a separation distance of 4 cm from a person's

body. The operating configurations of this device generally do not support normal transmissions

while it is carried in pockets or holsters next to a person’s body.

Technical Support

If you have any questions or comments about your Minstrel S, please contact the Novatel Wireless

Technical Support Team.

WWW: www.novatelwireless.com/support/index.html

Email: support@novatelwireless.com

Phone: 1-888-888-9231

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Requirements

The following is required to set up and use your Minstrel S for sending and receiving data across

the Internet:

•A HandspringTM VisorTM handheld computer

•Desktop software that allows you to communicate between your desktop PC and

the Visor

•Modem application software for the Visor (included with your Minstrel)

•An account with a Wireless IP network service provider in your area

•Application software for your Visor such as an email client and web browser

Wireless IP service is available from your local cellular carrier in most North American cities.

Check your product packaging or www.novatelwireless.com for network provider contact informa-

tion.

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Overview of the Minstrel S Modem

The Minstrel S modem has many important features such as status indicator LEDs, a configurable

button, and a DC jack for powering the unit with the supplied AC adapter.

Information on the operation of the configurable button and status indicator LEDs are provided in

the sections below.

Configurable Button

On the front of the Minstrel S there is a button that can be customized to launch any program when

pressed. For information on how to customize this button, refer to Configuring the Button.

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Status Indicator LEDs

The Minstrel S has three LED indicators that allow you to easily determine the status of various

modem parameters.

Service LED

The LED labeled with the icon below indicates the status of the connection to the Wireless IP net-

work.

The table below explains the various states of this LED.

Data/Message Waiting LED

The LED labeled with the icon shown below is used to indicate the transfer of data and provide

notification of waiting messages.

Color State Meaning

Green Solid The Minstrel is registered or con-

nected to the Wireless IP network and,

therefore, data can be sent and

received across the Internet.

Green Solid but flashes off

every 5 seconds The Minstrel is registered to the net-

work but is in sleep mode.

Green Flashing quickly The Minstrel is attempting to register

to the network.

Green Flashing slowly The Minstrel is attempting to locate a

network provider.

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The table below shows the various states of this LED and their meanings.

Battery LED

The LED that indicates the state of the Minstrel’s internal battery is labeled with the icon below.

The table below describes the various states of this LED.

For more information on charging the battery, refer to the section entitled Charging the Battery.

Color State Meaning

Green Flashing The Minstrel is sending or receiving

data.

Red Flashing The Minstrel has received a “push”

message notification. Push messag-

ing must be enabled for this to occur.

For more information, refer to Push

Message Configuration.

Color State Meaning

Green Flashing The Minstrel’s battery is being

charged. The Minstrel is being pow-

ered by the AC adapter.

Green Solid The Minstrel’s battery is fully charged

but the AC adapter is still plugged in

and, therefore, powering the unit.

Red Flashing The Minstrel’s battery is low and

requires charging.

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Overview of the Minstrel S Software

In order for you to easily configure and operate your Minstrel S, there are two main software pro-

grams included with the Minstrel S modem. These programs, which are described below, are

already installed on the flash memory of the unit.

Setup Wizard

The Setup Wizard utility is designed to guide you step-by-step through the setup of your Minstrel

S. Once you have a Wireless IP account established with a network provider, you can use the

Setup Wizard to enter and save the necessary settings to the Minstrel S modem and configure

your Visor for use with the Minstrel S. For more information about this program and the configura-

tion process refer to the Setup Wizard section of this document.

Modem Manager

The Modem Manager software provides you with complete status information about the Minstrel S

and control over its connection to the Wireless IP network. It also contains screens for more

advanced users to configure their modem without the use of Setup Wizard. For more information

about this program and its many features, refer to the Modem Manager section of this document.

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Charging the Battery

The Minstrel S contains a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. This battery is shipped only partially

charged, so it is necessary to charge the battery to its full capacity before using the unit.

To charge the battery, plug the AC adapter (supplied) into an outlet and insert the barrel connector

into the DC jack found on the top of the Minstrel.

It will take approximately 3 hours to charge the battery from a zero charge state. With sleep mode

enabled, the battery will provide power to the unit for many hours of web browsing.

Battery LED

When the Battery LED is flashing red, this indicates that the battery is low and requires charging.

For more information about the Battery LED, refer to Status Indicator LEDs in the Overview of the

Minstrel S Modem section.

NOTE: If the battery charge goes lower than a pre-set threshold, the modem will automatically

disconnect from the network and power off in order to preserve the settings in its internal

memory.

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Installing the Minstrel S Software

The software necessary for configuring and operating the Minstrel S is already installed on the

Minstrel’s flash memory. In the future, there may be updates to this software which will be

released at our web site (www.novatelwireless.com). For information on how to install these soft-

ware updates, refer to the section entitled Updating the Flash.

Additional software such as email and web browsing applications may be required for accessing

the Internet. For information on installing these applications, consult the software manufacturer’s

instructions.

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Connecting the Minstrel to the Visor

The Minstrel S uses Handspring’s SpringboardTM technology to attach to and communicate with

your Visor handheld computer. In order to configure and use your Minstrel S, you must first con-

nect the Minstrel to the Visor by following the directions below.

First, remove the Visor’s Springboard slot protector. Then, with the front of the Minstrel S facing

the same direction as the front of the Visor, slide the Minstrel into the slot until the connectors are

secure.

As soon as the Minstrel is inserted into the slot, the Modem Manager software will automatically

start and attempt to establish a connection to the Wireless IP network.

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Configuring the Minstrel

In order to connect to the Internet, the Minstrel S must first be configured with the necessary

parameters to be able to register to the Wireless IP network.

To configure the Minstrel, first insert the Minstrel into the Visor’s expansion slot as explained in

Connecting the Minstrel to the Visor. The Modem Manager software will automatically start

when this happens. Tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen appears and select Setup Wiz-

ard from the Minstrel menu.

For more information about starting Setup Wizard and the configuration process, refer to the sec-

tion entitled Setup Wizard.

NOTE: In order to configure and use the Minstrel, an account must first be established with a

Wireless IP network provider.

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Connecting to the Internet

To send and receive data across the Internet using the Minstrel S, a connection to the Wireless IP

network is required. To register to the network once configuration has been completed, simply

insert your Minstrel S into the Springboard slot of your Visor. The Modem Manager program will

automatically run, attempting to connect to the network.

Once the Minstrel is registered, you can use almost any Internet application on your Visor or Min-

strel S to send and receive data, including downloading web pages and sending email.

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Managing the Network Connection

In order to send and receive data across the Internet, the modem must be connected or registered

to the Wireless IP network. In the sections below, information is provided on how to

•establish the network connection

•disconnect from the network

•close the PPP session.

Connecting to the Network

To establish a connection, or register, to the Wireless IP network, simply insert the Minstrel S into

the Visor’s expansion slot. The Modem Manager will automatically launch and attempt to register

to the Wireless IP network. If the Minstrel S is already inserted, tap the Applications icon and

then the Minstrel icon to start the Modem Manager software.

Disconnecting from the Network

To disconnect, or de-register, from the Wireless IP network and power off the modem, tap the

Shutdown button at the bottom of the Minstrel screen of the Modem Manager software.

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You can also tap the Menu icon and select Shutdown from the Minstrel menu to de-register and

power off the unit or use the Power Switch utility, which is described in Using the Power Switch.

Closing the PPP Session

To close the active PPP session but remain registered to the Wireless IP network, tap the Menu

icon and select Disconnect from the Minstrel menu.

Closing the PPP session means that you cannot send and receive data across the Internet but

because the modem is registered it can still communicate with the Wireless IP network, including

receiving push message notifications.

NOTE: If Auto Power Off is enabled, tapping Disconnect will close the active PPP session

causing the modem to de-register from the Wireless IP network and power off. If Auto

Power Off is disabled, tapping Disconnect will close the PPP session but the modem will

remain registered to the Wireless IP network. For more information on the Auto Power Off

feature, refer to Auto Power Off in the Config section.

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Using the Power Switch

The Power Switch utility allows you to quickly power on and power off your Minstrel S with the tap

of a button.

Starting Power Switch

To start the Power Switch utility, tap the Applications icon and then the Power Switch icon.

The Power Switch screen will show the current status of the Minstrel S. If the animated antenna

is radiating power, the Minstrel S is powered on.

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If the antenna is not radiating power, the Minstrel S is off.

Powering On the Minstrel S

To power on the Minstrel S, start the Power Switch utility and tap the Turn Modem On button.

As soon as the Minstrel S is turned on, it will attempt to register to the Wireless IP network.

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Powering Off the Minstrel S

To de-register and power off the Minstrel S, start the Power Switch utility and tap the Turn Modem

Off button.

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Changing the Configuration

Unless instructed to do so by your network provider or by Novatel Wireless, you will not need to

change the configuration of your modem once the Setup Wizard has been run. In the event that

you do need to change the configuration, you can either run the Setup Wizard utility again or

directly edit the settings using the Config screen in the Modem Manager software.

Setup Wizard

The Setup Wizard utility will guide you step-by-step through the configuration. As before, you will

be required to select the network provider. However, the saved network addresses will be dis-

played and you will only need to edit the specific addresses that need to be changed. For more

information about the configuration process and starting Setup Wizard, refer to the Setup Wizard

section of this document.

Config Screen

Using the Config screen, you can directly edit the configuration settings that need to be changed

and then save the settings to the modem by tapping the Save button. For more information on the

Config screen and changing any of the fields that it contains, refer to the section entitled Config.

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Updating the Flash

In the future, software upgrades may be available for the Minstrel S. These upgrades will be avail-

able at our web site (www.novatelwireless.com) and will be in the form of a Minstrel S Updater .prc

file.

To update the software on the flash, first install the Minstrel S Updater application on to your Visor

as you would any other application and tap the Applications icon and then the Minstrel S U icon.

The Minstrel S Updater screen shows the software version of the update in the Update: field and

the version currently installed on the Minstrel S in the Module: field.

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To begin the software update, first ensure that the Minstrel S is inserted into the expansion slot,

and then tap the Update Now button.

NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while using the Updater

utility.

Tap OK when asked if you wish to continue.

The Updating Minstrel S screen will appear showing the progress of the software update. First,

the currently installed software is erased from the flash.

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Next, the updated software is written to the flash.

Once the update is complete, reset your Visor by tapping the Reset button when the window

below appears.

NOTE: If the software currently installed on the Minstrel S is a more recent version than the

update, the following message will appear when the Update Now button is tapped.

Tap OK to close the message.

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Using File Mover

Since both the Visor and the Minstrel S have their own separate flash memory, the File Mover

application has been included with the Minstrel S. This application allows you to delete items from

the flash of either device or move items between the two devices.

Starting File Mover

To start this application, tap the Applications icon and then the File Mover icon.

Viewing the Contents of the Minstrel S Flash

To view the contents of the Minstrel’s flash memory, start the File Mover application and tap the

Minstrel S box in the top, right-hand corner of the screen.

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The pick list just above the list of contents controls whether applications, data, or both are dis-

played.

Tap the Sort button to change the way the memory contents are displayed.

The Sort Options window will open, allowing you to change the way the contents are sorted and

what information is displayed using the Sort by and Show pick lists, respectively.

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Moving or Copying Items to the Minstrel S

To move or copy items from the Visor’s flash to the Minstrel S’s flash, start File Mover and then tap

the Internal box in the top, right-hand corner of the screen if it is not already selected.

Tap the check box beside the item(s) you wish to move or copy.

Once all the items to be moved or copied are checked, tap the Move or Copy button as required.

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Tap OK when asked to confirm that you wish to either move or copy the items.

The following screen will appear, showing the status as the items are being moved or copied.

NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while transferring files.

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Moving or Copying Items from the Minstrel S

To move data or applications from the Minstrel’s flash to the Visor’s flash, start the File Mover pro-

gram and select the Minstrel S box in the top, right-hand corner.

Tap the check box beside the item(s) you wish to move or copy.

Once all the items to be moved or copied are checked, tap the Move or Copy button as required.

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Tap OK when asked to confirm that you wish to either move or copy the items.

The following screen will appear, showing the status as the items are being moved or copied.

NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while transferring files.

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Deleting Items from the Minstrel S

To delete items from the Minstrel S’s flash, start the File Mover application and select the Minstrel

S box in the top, right-hand corner.

Tap the check box beside the item(s) you wish to delete.

Once all the items you wish to delete are selected, tap the Delete... button.

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Tap OK when asked to confirm that you wish to delete the items.

The following screen will appear, showing the status as the items are being deleted.

NOTE: Do not remove the Minstrel S from the Visor’s expansion slot while deleting files.

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Configuring the Button

The button found on the front of the Minstrel S can be customized to launch any application you

choose when pressed. For example, you can configure this button to launch a web browsing

application. Then, to access web pages, you will only need to insert your Minstrel S into the

expansion slot and then press the button. Your Minstrel S will automatically register to the Wire-

less IP network and the web browser will be launched.

To configure the button to launch a specific application, tap the Applications icon and then the

Prefs icon.

Once the Preferences panel is displayed, select Buttons from the pick list in the top, right-hand

corner.

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Then, tap HotSync....

Tap to open the pick list to the right of the Modem icon.

Select the application you would like to have launched when the button is pressed from the list.

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Once you have selected the application to launch and it is listed to the right of the Modem icon, tap

the OK button.

The next time you press the button on the Minstrel S, the application you selected will automati-

cally launch.

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Introduction to Setup Wizard

Before the Minstrel S can register to the Wireless IP network and connect to the Internet, certain

network properties must be configured. Setup Wizard is designed to guide the user step-by-step

through this configuration. It includes instructions for setting the service provider and network con-

nection properties. Once the required properties have been set, the software saves the configura-

tion to the modem. Setup Wizard also helps you to configure your Visor to work with the Minstrel

S.

Navigating Setup Wizard

To advance to the next step of the Setup Wizard utility at any time, tap the Next>> button, found at

the bottom of the screen.

To advance to the previous step of the Setup Wizard utility, tap the <<Back button.

To exit from Setup Wizard without completing the configuration of your Minstrel S, tap the Cancel

button.

If you do exit before the configuration is complete, you can re-start the Setup Wizard at a later

date.

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Starting Setup Wizard

The Setup Wizard utility is accessed through the Modem Manager software. Insert the Minstrel S

into the Springboard expansion slot of your Visor to automatically start Modem Manager. If the

Minstrel S is already inserted, tap the Applications icon and then the Minstrel icon to start

Modem Manager.

Once the Minstrel screen appears, select Setup Wizard from the Minstrel menu.

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The following screen will appear when Setup Wizard has been started, giving information on the

steps to be completed during the setup process.

To start with the first step in the configuration, tap the Next>> button.

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Network Provider

In order to send and receive information across the Internet using your Minstrel S, an account with

a Wireless IP network provider is required. The Network Provider screen contains a single pick

list for you to select the network provider you would like to use.

For information on service availability, contact a network provider in your area. To enter the net-

work provider you have chosen, click on the pick list to view the entries.

A list of available network providers opens.

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To display the bottom half of the list, tap the downward-pointing arrow or press the bottom scroll

button.

Tap the name of the network provider you wish to use.

If you would like to use a network provider not shown on the list, select Other and then enter the

SPI of the chosen network provider on the dotted line in the Other Entry window.

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NOTE: If you do not know the SPI of the network provider, enter 0.

After you have entered the SPI, tap the Done button.

Once the correct network provider appears on the Network Provider screen, tap Next>> to

advance to the next step.

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Configure Palm Device

In order for your Visor to communicate properly with your Minstrel S, certain Network Preferences

settings must be configured. The Configure Palm Device screen allows you to easily configure

these settings.

To set the Network Preferences to the default values for the Minstrel S, tap the Configure Prefer-

ences button.

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Once the Network Preferences have been set to their default values for the Minstrel S, the screen

will show that the configuration is complete. Tap the Next>> button to advance to the next step in

the setup.

If you do not wish to change your Network Preferences from their current settings, tap the Next>>

button to advance to the next step in the Minstrel S setup.

If the modem is not already powered on, it will be powered on when Next>> is tapped so that the

Setup Wizard can retrieve the current configuration settings from the modem to display in the next

step.

For more information on the Network Preferences, consult your Visor documentation.

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Contact a Provider

The next step in setting up your Minstrel S is contacting your chosen network provider to set up a

Wireless IP service account. The network provider you selected previously and the EID of your

Minstrel S are shown on the Contact a Provider screen.

To set up a Wireless IP service account, contact the provider you have chosen using the phone

number shown after the provider’s name in the NP: field. Record the EID of your Minstrel S as you

will have to provide the EID to the network provider when setting up the account.

Once your provider has given you an IP address and DNS addresses, you can advance to the next

step by tapping the Next>> button.

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If you wish to change the network provider, tap the <<Back button until you reach the Network

Provider screen and then select another provider as explained in the section entitled Network

Provider.

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Settings

In order to configure your Minstrel S, you must enter the network addresses supplied by your net-

work provider in the Settings screen.

To enter the IP address, tap to select the first segment of the IP Address: field.

Delete the selected text and enter in the first segment of the IP address as given to you by your

network provider.

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Repeat this for the second, third, and fourth segments of the IP Address: field.

Enter the primary and secondary DNS addresses in the same way in the Primary DNS: and Sec-

ondary DNS: fields, respectively

Once the network addresses have been entered correctly, tap the Next>> button to advance to the

next step.

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Confirm Settings

The Confirm Settings screen shows the network addresses entered in the previous step.

If the addresses are incorrect, tap <<Back to change the addresses.

If the addresses shown are correct, tap Next>>.

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The software will save the settings and power down the modem before moving on to the next step.

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Auto Config

The Auto Config screen confirms that your Minstrel S has been configured.

The next step in configuration is testing the network registration. Because it may take some time

for your network provider to activate your Wireless IP account, you may need to wait before

advancing to the next step. Your network provider will tell you how long it will take when you set up

your account. If you know your account has already been activated, tap the Don’t Wait button to

move to the next step.

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If it will take some time to activate your account, wait the specified time and then tap the Next>>

button to advance.

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Check Network

The Check Network screen contains three check boxes which indicate the status as the network

registration is tested.

When you first advance to this step, the modem will attempt to connect to the Wireless IP network,

showing the progression of the connection in the Service Connection Progress window at the

bottom of the screen.

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When all three of the check boxes are checked, the modem has successfully registered to the net-

work.

Once the modem has registered, tap Next>> to advance to the next step.

If the modem is not able to register, you may need to contact your network provider to verify the

addresses you entered and that your account is active. If you need to change any of the settings

entered previously, tap the <<Back button.

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Successful

The Successful screen confirms that your Minstrel S has been successfully configured and pro-

vides information about third party applications.

Tap Done to close the Setup Wizard utility and return to Modem Manager, where the modem will

register to the network.

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Introduction to Modem Manager

The Modem Manager software provides you with control over the connection to the Wireless IP

network and status information about the Minstrel S.

Navigating Modem Manager

The Minstrel screen is the main interface used in the Modem Manager software. Tapping the

Menu icon when you are in this screen opens the Modem Manager menu bar.

As described in the sections below, this menu bar provides access to the various features of the

Modem Manager software, including detailed status information and commands for controlling the

operation of the modem.

Minstrel Menu

The Minstrel menu includes commands used for controlling the network connection and configur-

ing the modem.

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The table below lists the commands that can be found in the Minstrel menu and the action that

occurs when the command is selected.

Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu provides access to more advanced features and controls for the Minstrel S.

Command Action

Disconnect The active PPP session is closed. If the Auto Power Off

feature is disabled, the modem will stay registered to the

Wireless IP network.

Shutdown The modem de-registers from the Wireless IP network

and powers off, closing any active PPP sessions.

Reconnect The modem attempts to re-establish a connection to the

Wireless IP network.

Network Prefs The Network Preferences panel of the Palm OS is

opened.

Setup Wizard The Setup Wizard utility is started.

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The table below lists the commands that can be found in the Advanced menu and the action that

occurs when the command is selected.

Help Menu

The Help menu provides access to information about the software and hardware versions of your

Minstrel S.

The table below lists the commands that can be found in the Help menu and the action that occurs

when the command is selected.

Command Action

Config The Config screen is opened.

Status The Advanced Status screen is opened.

Push Config The Push Message Configuration screen is opened.

Term in al The Terminal screen is opened.

Ping The Ping screen is opened.

Command Action

Modem Info A window containing information about the Minstrel S

modem, including the EID and hardware and firmware

version number, is displayed.

About A window containing information about the Modem

Manager software, including the software version num-

ber, is displayed.

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Starting Modem Manager

If your Minstrel S is not inserted into the Visor’s Springboard expansion slot, simply insert the Min-

strel S and the Modem Manager software will start, automatically connecting you to the Wireless

IP network.

If your Minstrel S is already attached to the Visor, tap the Applications icon and then the Minstrel

icon to start Modem Manager.

The following screen will appear briefly when Modem Manager launches.

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The Modem Manager software will begin establishing a connection to a Wireless IP network pro-

vider by initializing the modem.

Then, the modem will attempt to find an available Wireless IP network provider.

Once the modem finds a Wireless IP provider, information is exchanged between the modem and

the provider’s network.

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The network connection is established once the information exchange is complete.

Once a connection to the network provider has been established, the Minstrel screen will appear,

showing the status of the connection.

For more information on the Minstrel screen refer to the section entitled Minstrel.

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Minstrel

The main screen of the Modem Manager program is labeled Minstrel. This screen shows basic

modem and network connection status information and provides access to the other features and

screens of the Modem Manager through a menu bar.

Fields

The fields shown in the Minstrel screen are listed below, along with a brief explanation of their

meaning.

Field Description

Cellular Signal Present When this box is checked, the modem has found

a cellular signal.

CDPD Service Detected When the box is checked, it indicates the pres-

ence of Wireless IP service which the modem can

use. This may not necessarily be the service pro-

vider with which you have a subscription, but

shows that there is Wireless IP service available

at your current location.

Modem Ready Registered When this box is checked, the modem is con-

nected to the Wireless IP network. Your modem

is ready to send and receive data once the con-

nection is made.

Minstrel Battery The battery status bar shows the amount of

charge left on the Minstrel’s battery.

RSSI This status bar shows the strength of the signal

being received from the Wireless IP network.

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Error Detect When this box is checked, an error in communica-

tions with the Wireless IP network has been

detected. The modem will attempt to re-establish

the communication with the network.

System Busy This box will be checked when the Wireless IP

network is busy. The cause is normally too many

users on the network. You may notice a decline in

the performance of sending and receiving data.

Wireless Provider When registered, this text field shows the identi-

fier (SPI) of the Wireless IP network provider

being used.

RF Channel This text field shows the number of the Wireless

IP channel which you are currently using to send

and receive data. Each channel number repre-

sents a range of frequencies. If the unit is not reg-

istered or is searching for a channel, the value

displayed will be either Searching A or Search-

ing B, depending on which side of the Wireless IP

network is being scanned.

Registration Error This text field indicates whether or not an error

has occurred during the attempt to register. If

None is displayed, registration was successful. If

a number is displayed, there was an error during

registration. Each of the possible numbers, 1

through 7, correspond to a specific registration

error. To read an description of the error, tap on

the text box of the Registration Error field. A

window will open explaining the error.

Field Description

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Controls

Shutdown Button

In order to provide easy control over the network connection, there is also a Shutdown button at

the bottom of the screen.

When this button is tapped, the modem de-registers from the Wireless IP network and powers off.

Menu Bar

By tapping the Menu icon, you can open the Modem Manager menu bar when the Minstrel

screen is active. This menu bar provides access to various commands used to control and config-

ure the modem.

For more information about the menu bar, refer to Navigating Modem Manager in the section

Introduction to Modem Manager.

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Config

The Config screen provides access to the configurable settings and features of the Minstrel S.

Opening the Config Screen

To open this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is open and select Config from

the Advanced menu.

Changing the Configuration

To change any of the configuration settings, tap on the text box or pick list for that field. For more

information on each of the fields and their associated settings, refer to the Fields section.

Once the fields have been changed as required, tap the Save button to save the new settings to

the Minstrel S.

NOTE: Unless instructed to do so by your service provider, you will not normally need to change

any of these settings. If you wish, you can run the Setup Wizard program to guide you

through the configuration changes.

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Fields

IP Address

The IP Address text field shows the current IP address of your Minstrel S. This value should not

be changed unless you are instructed to do so by your Wireless IP network provider.

To edit the IP address, tap the text of the IP Address field to open the IP Address Entry window.

In this window, you can directly edit the IP address as you would normal text.

Primary DNS

The Primary DNS text field shows the current primary DNS address for your Minstrel S. This

value should not be changed unless you are instructed to do so by your Wireless IP network pro-

vider.

To edit the primary DNS address, tap the text of the Primary DNS field to open the Primary DNS

Entry window. In this window, you can directly edit the primary DNS address as you would normal

text.

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Secondary DNS

The Secondary DNS text field shows the current primary DNS address for your Minstrel S. This

value should not be changed unless you are instructed to do so by your Wireless IP network pro-

vider.

To edit the primary DNS address, tap the text of the Secondary DNS field to open the Secondary

DNS Entry window. In this window, you can directly edit the secondary DNS address as you

would normal text.

Auto Power Off

The Auto Power Off field shows whether the Auto Power Off feature of the Minstrel S is enabled

or disabled. If this feature is Enabled, any time the active PPP session is closed the modem will

de-register from the network and power off. If it is Disabled, closing the PPP session will not

cause the modem to de-register.

To change the setting for the Auto Power Off field, tap to open the pick list and then tap to select

either Disabled or Enabled as desired.

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Sleep Mode

The Sleep Mode field indicates whether sleep mode is disabled or enabled. If this feature is

Enabled, when the modem is not actively sending or receiving data, it will enter a low current con-

sumption mode called sleep mode. If it is Disabled, the modem will never enter this mode.

To change the setting for the Sleep Mode field, tap to open the pick list and then tap to select

either Disabled or Enabled as desired.

Network Provider

The Network Provider field indicates what side of the Wireless IP network your Minstrel S is con-

figured to use. Each area of the Wireless IP network has an A side and a B side, with a single net-

work provider assigned to each side. The side a network provider is assigned to may change

between service areas. If the Network Provider field is set to A Only, the modem will only scan

the A side of the network for usable channels. If it is set to B Only, only the B side will be used.

Setting this field to Prefer A means that the modem will scan the A side first and then the B side.

Prefer B sets the modem to scan side B and then A.

To change the setting for the Network Provider field, tap to open the pick list and select the new

value you wish to have your modem configured with.

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SPI, SPNI, WASI

The SPI, SPNI, WASI field displays the current settings for the various network identifiers, sepa-

rated by slashes. The first number shown is the Service Provider Identifier, or SPI. This number is

a globally used identifier for the network provider the modem is currently using. The middle num-

ber is the Service Provider Network Identifier, or SPNI, which identifies the specific network region

or domain you are currently in. The final number is the Wide Area Service Identifier, or WASI. The

WASI represents a group of network providers that have agreed to provide service over a large

geographic area.

To change any of these identifiers, tap the text field to open the Service Group Entry window.

You can directly edit any of these values as you would normal text.

Service ID Pref

Some network providers have set up roaming agreements, similar to that used by cellular phones,

to expand their coverage areas. Therefore, you can use a different network provider than the one

you have an account with if there is a roaming agreement in place. The Service ID Pref field con-

trols how the modem uses your chosen network provider and other providers. If it is set to Only

SvcID, the modem will only use the network provider entered during the initial configuration done

using the Setup Wizard utility. PreferSvcID indicates that the modem will first try to register with

your chosen network provider, but if it cannot, it will attempt to use another provider. Selecting

IgnoreSvcID or Any SvcID tells the modem to use the first available network provider it finds.

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To change the Service ID Pref setting, tap to open the pick list and select the setting you wish to

use.

Channel Hot List

The Channel Hot List field contains a list of your most commonly used channels. A channel is a

range of frequencies used for sending and receiving data that is represented by a number. How

this list is used is determined by the setting of the Hot List Operation field.

This list is automatically updated by information provided by the Wireless IP network, but if you

wish to change the channels in the Channel Hot List field, tap the Details box to open the Chan-

nel Hot List window where you can directly edit the list.

Hot List Operation

The Hot List Operation field indicates how the channels in the Channel Hot List are used. If

Scan All is selected, all available channels will be scanned. If Use List is selected, only the chan-

nels in the Channel Hot List will be used. When this field is set to Hybrid, first the channels in the

Channel Hot List will be scanned. If no usable channels are found, the modem will scan all the

other channels.

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To change the Hot List Operation field, tap to open the pick list and select the setting you wish to

use.

Controls

Defaults Button

Tap the Defaults button to change the settings shown in the Config screen back to their factory

defaults.

NOTE: Using this button will change fields that are vital to maintaining registration, including the

network addresses. If you use this feature, you will need to completely re-configure your

modem using Setup Wizard before you can register to the Wireless IP network again. If

you do tap this button accidentally, tap Done to close the window without saving the

changes.

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Save Button

Tap the Save button to save any changes you have made to the settings. The settings will be

saved and the modem will power off and then on again to ensure the changes take effect.

Done Button

Tap the Done button to close the Config screen without saving any changes you have made to the

settings.

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Detailed Status

The Detailed Status screen shows more detailed status information about the network connection

and the modem.

Opening the Detailed Status Screen

To access this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is open and select Status

from the Advanced menu.

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Fields

The fields shown on this screen are listed in the table below along with an explanation of the value

displayed.

Field Description

CDPD This text field indicates the status of communications between

the modem and the Wireless IP or CDPD network. This field

will show SEARCH when the modem is searching for an avail-

able network connection and ACQ’D when the modem has

acquired a connection.

RSSI This text field shows the strength of the signal currently being

received in dBm.

Color This field displays the color code of the service area you are

currently in. Color codes are used by the Wireless IP network

to coordinate channel usage and interference.

Chan This field shows the Wireless IP channel being used for send-

ing and receiving data. Each channel number represents a

range of frequencies.

CellID This field displays the identifier for the Wireless IP base station

that the Minstrel is currently using.

FBLER This field represents the rate of errors in data transmission

from the Wireless IP network to your Minstrel S as a percent-

age of the data transferred.

RBLER This field represents the rate of errors in data transmission

from your Minstrel S to the Wireless IP network as a percent-

age of the data transferred.

Side This field shows which side of the Wireless IP network is being

used or scanned. Each area of the network has an A side and

a B side, with a single network provider assigned to a side.

PL This field will display an number between 2 and 7. These num-

bers indicate the current power level your Minstrel S is trans-

mitting at, with 2 being the highest power level and 7 being the

lowest.

SPI The SPI field shows an identifier for the network provider the

Minstrel is currently registered to called the Service Provider

Identifier. This number is used globally for each specific net-

work provider.

WASI The WASI, or Wide Area Service Identifier, field displays the

unique identifier used for a group of network providers that

have agreed to provide service over a large geographic area.

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SPNI This field shows the Service Provider Network Identifier, which

is used to identify a specific network region or domain for a ser-

vice provider.

PwrPrd The value shown in this field is sent by the Wireless IP network

to indicate the power the modem should transmit at.

BattLvl The number shown for this field is the current voltage of the

internal Lithium-Ion battery, which indicates the amount of

charge left in the battery. The maximum battery voltage is

approximately 4.2 V. If the battery voltage goes lower than

about 3.0 V, the modem will automatically power off to main-

tain. The battery status indicator LED will start flashing red

before this point.

TEI This field indicates the Temporary Equipment Identifier that has

been assigned to your Minstrel S by the Wireless IP network.

As you move into different service areas, the TEI will change.

RegErr This field will show a number between 0 and 7 indicating any

errors in the registration process. Each number represents a

specific error, with 0 indicating no registration error.

Link This field indicates the current status of communications with

the Wireless IP network. It will show Locked when the unit has

synchronized to a channel and completed registration.

Searching will be displayed if the modem is still searching for

the Wireless IP network in the area.

IP This field displays the IP address for your Minstrel S.

EID This field displays the Equipment Identifier (EID) of your Min-

strel S. The EID is a unique number assigned to your modem

by the manufacturer.

Field Description

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Controls

Done Button

Tap the Done button to close the Detailed Status screen and return to the Minstrel screen.

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Push Message Configuration

The Push Message Configuration screen allows you to enable or disable the push message fea-

ture of the Minstrel S.

Push messaging allows you to receive notification of messages even when a PPP session is not

active.

Opening the Push Message Configuration Screen

To access this screen, tap the Menu icon when the main Minstrel screen is open and select Push

Config from the Advanced menu.

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Controls

To enable push messaging, tap the Enabled box.

To disable push messaging, tap the Disabled box.

The new setting will automatically be saved to the modem as soon as the box is tapped. In order

to save the settings, the modem must power off and then power on again.

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To close the Push Message Configuration screen and return to the Minstrel screen, tap the

Done button.

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Terminal

The Terminal screen provides an internal terminal emulator for communication with the Minstrel S,

allowing you to further customize the operation of your Minstrel using the AT command set. AT

commands are commands used to control various types of modems. Wireless IP modems have

their own set of AT commands, which contains some of the commands used by wireline modems

but also includes commands specific to Wireless IP modems.

Opening the Terminal Screen

To access this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is active and select Terminal

from the Advanced menu.

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Controls

OnLine Button

Tap the OnLine button to open communications with the Minstrel S.

OffLine Button

Tap the OffLine button to close communications between the terminal emulator and the Minstrel

S.

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Cmd Pick List

In the bottom, right-hand corner of the Terminal screen there is a pick list labeled Cmd. This pick

list contains some of the more common AT commands. To send one of these commands, simply

tap to open the pick list and tap to select the command. It will automatically be sent to the Minstrel

S.

Command Entry Line

At the bottom of the Terminal screen, right above the OnLine, OffLine, and Done buttons, there

is a dotted line. By tapping on this line, you can make a cursor appear which allows you to enter

any text you wish to send to the Minstrel S.

When entering commands this way, you must tap Send to send the command to the Minstrel, as it

will not be sent automatically.

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Send Button

Tap the Send button to send any commands entered on the Command Entry Line to the Minstrel

S.

Clear Button

Tap the Clear button to clear any text from the text display area.

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Baud Rate Pick List

In the top corner of the Terminal screen, there is a pick list that allows you to select the baud rate

to be used between the Minstrel S and the terminal emulator. The Minstrel S is set to communi-

cate at 19200 bps.

Done Button

Tap the Done button to close the Terminal and go back to the Minstrel screen.

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Ping

The Ping screen enables you to ping another IP address to see if it is accessible.

Opening the Ping Screen

To open this screen, tap the Menu icon when the Minstrel screen is open and select Ping from the

Advanced menu.

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Fields

IP

This IP: field displays the IP address you wish to ping. Each segment of this value can be edited

by tapping on the dotted line and changing the text on that line.

Size

The Size: field displays the size of the packet you wish to send to the chosen IP address. This

value can be edited by tapping on the dotted line and changing the text on that line.

Status

The status of the ping will be shown below the Size: field.

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Controls

Send Button

Once the IP address and size are entered, tap the Send button to ping the address.

Done Button

Tap the Done button to close the Ping screen and return to the Minstrel screen.

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Glossary A-H

AT commands

AT commands are commands used to control a modem. Wireless IP modems have their

own set of AT command. This set of commands contains some of the commands used by

wireline modems but also includes commands specific to Wireless IP modems.

auto power off

Auto power off is a feature of the Minstrel S that, when enabled, will cause the modem to

de-register and power off whenever the active PPP session is closed.

CDPD

CDPD, or Cellular Digital Packet Data, is a Wireless IP technology developed for use on

cellular phone frequencies. CDPD uses unused cellular channels to transmit data in pack-

ets. To send and receive data across the Internet, the Minstrel S must first register to the

CDPD network.

channel

The range of Wireless IP frequencies used to transmit and receive data is broken up into

channels, which act as individual paths for communication. Each of these channels is

assigned a number.

de-registration

De-registration involves disconnecting and closing the communication path being used on

the CDPD network. When the modem is de-registered, it can no longer send or receive

data across the network.

Equipment Identifier (EID)

Every wireless IP modem manufactured has a unique serial number associated with it,

which is referred to as the Equipment Identifier or EID. Each EID consists of six sets of

two hexadecimal numbers that are often separated by a period (“.”), as in the sample EID

00.60.D6.04.BC.FE.

flash memory

Flash memory is a type of memory that is easily updatable and retains its contents when

power is removed. The Minstrel S has its own flash memory which holds the Minstrel’s

software and has room to hold other applications and data. The File Mover utility can be

used to move or copy items to the Minstrel’s flash. The Minstrel S Updater utility writes

updates to the Minstrel software to the flash.

hot list

The Minstrel S keeps a list of most recently used channels called the hot list. When the

Minstrel S attempts to register, it will use this list as dictated by the Hot List Operation

field in the Config screen.

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IP address

As with personal computers that access the Internet, modems using CDPD technology

also have a static Internet Protocol (IP) address, which is used to identify the node or

access point for the modem on the Internet. The network provider assigns this IP address.

Network Preferences panel

The Network Preferences panel is part of the Palm OS and contains information regarding

how the Visor communicates with other devices, including the Minstrel S. These prefer-

ences can be configured for the Minstrel S using the Setup Wizard utility.

network provider

The Minstrel S modem works with the Wireless IP network. To access the Internet using

this network, an account with a network provider must be set up. For information on avail-

ability and rates, contact a network provider in the area.

ping

Ping stands for Packet Internet Groper and is a utility that is used to determine if a specific

IP address is accessible. It works by sending a packet of data to the IP address in ques-

tion and waits for a reply to.

PPP session

PPP, or Point-to-Point Protocol, is a method of connecting a device to the Internet. In

order for the Minstrel S to send and receive information across the Internet, a PPP session

must first be established. A session is automatically opened when the modem registers to

the network.

primary DNS address

As with personal computers that access the Internet, modems using CDPD technology

must also have access to a Domain Name Server (DNS). The DNS translates Universal

Resource Locators (URLs) such as World Wide Web addresses or domain names into IP

addresses and is shared by multiple devices. In order to get the translated IP addresses,

the modem will try to connect to the server with the primary DNS address. If the modem

cannot connect to this address, it will try to connect using the secondary DNS address.

push messaging

Push messaging is a technology that allows you to receive notification of a waiting mes-

sage through the Wireless IP network without having a PPP session open. Auto power off

mode must be disabled for this feature to work.

registration

In order to send and receive data across the Internet, a CDPD modem must first register

to the CDPD network. This involves selection of an appropriate channel to use and inter-

action with various systems in the CDPD network to set up a path for communication.

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scanning

The Minstrel S will look for the best cellular channel to use for data transmission by scan-

ning through the channels. This involves measuring the signal strength of various chan-

nels to determine which is the strongest and, therefore, most reliable.

secondary DNS address

As with personal computers that access the Internet, modems using CDPD technology

must also have access to a Domain Name Server (DNS). The DNS translates Universal

Resource Locators (URLs) such as World Wide Web addresses or domain names into IP

addresses and is shared by multiple devices. If the modem cannot connect to the DNS

using the primary address, it will try to connect using the secondary DNS address.

segment

Each network address consists of four numeric segments, which are divided by a period

(".").

side

Each Wireless IP service area is divided into two sides, which are labeled A and B. A sin-

gle carrier or service provider is assigned to each side. How these sides are used is dic-

tated by the setting of the Network Provider field in the Config screen. Note that the side

associated with a selected service provider may change with the service area.

sleep mode

The Minstrel S can be configured to automatically enter sleep mode when the modem is

not actively transmitting or receiving data. In this mode, the modem will consume very lit-

tle power, thus extending the host device's battery life.

SPI

The SPI is an identifier for a Wireless IP network provider and is called the Service Pro-

vider Identifier. This number is used globally for each specific network provider.

SPNI

The SPNI is the Service Provider Network Identifier, which is used to identify a specific

network region or domain for a Wireless IP network provider.

TEI

A TEI is a Temporary Equipment Identifier and is assigned to your Minstrel S by the Wire-

less IP network upon registration. The TEI changes as you move into different service

areas.

terminal emulator

A terminal emulator allows you to communicate with a device directly. The Terminal

screen provides this functionality.

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WASI

The WASI, or Wide Area Service Identifier, is a unique identifier for a group of network pro-

viders that have agreed to provider service over a large geographic area comprising of

many SPNIs.

Wireless IP

Wireless IP is a group of wireless protocols used to access the Internet. CDPD, which is

used by the Minstrel S, is one of the protocols.

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A

About command 60

AC adapter 11

account

activation time 52

Wireless IP 14

Advanced menu 59

AT commands, definition 91

Auto Config screen 52

auto power off 18, 59

definition 91

Auto Power Off field 69

B

battery 11

level 77

battery LED 9

BattLvl field 77

baud rate 86

button 7

configuring 34

C

CDPD, definition 91

CDPD field 76

CDPD Service Detected field 64

CellID field 76

Cellular Signal Present field 64

Chan field 76

changing the

channels in the Hot List 72

configuration 22, 67

IP address 68

primary DNS address 68

secondary DNS address 69

SPI 71

SPNI 71

WASI 71

way the channel hot list is used 72

Channel Hot List field 72

channel, definition 91

charging the battery 11

Check Network screen 54

closing the PPP session 18

Color field 76

Config command 60

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Config screen 22, 67

Defaults button 73

Done button 74

opening 67

Save button 74

configuration

changing 22, 67

successful 56

configuring the

button 34

Minstrel 14

Visor 44

confirming settings 50

connecting the Minstrel to the Visor 13

connecting to the

Internet 15

network 17

contacting a network provider 46

copying items

from the Minstrel S 30

to the Minstrel S 28

customer support 5

D

data LED 8

DC jack 7, 11

deleting items from the Minstrel S 32

de-registering 17, 21

definition 91

Detailed Status screen 75

Done button 78

disabling

auto power off 69

push messaging 80

sleep mode 70

Disconnect command 59

disconnecting from the network 17

DNS addresses 48, 50

definition 92

E

EID 60

definition 91

EID field 77

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enabling

auto power off 69

push messaging 80

sleep mode 70

entering commands manually 84

entering network addresses 48

Error Detect field 65

errors in registration 65

exiting Setup Wizard 38

F

FBLER field 76

File Mover 26

starting 26

flash memory 23, 26

copying items 28, 30

definition 91

deleting items 32

moving items 28, 30

viewing contents 26

G

getting started 4

H

Help menu 60

Hot List Operation field 72

hot list, definition 91

HotSync button 35

I

inserting the Minstrel 13

installing the software 12

Internet 15

introduction to

Modem Manager 58

Setup Wizard 38

IP address 48, 50

definition 92

IP Address field 68

IP field 77, 88

L

launching applications with the button 34

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LEDs 8

Link field 77

M

managing the network connection 17

menu bar 58, 66

message waiting LED 8

Minstrel Battery field 64

Minstrel menu 58

Minstrel S Updater 23

Minstrel screen 58, 64

Modem Info command 60

Modem Manager 10, 15, 39, 57

introduction 58

navigating 58

starting 61

modem overview 7

Modem Ready Registered field 64

moving items

from the Minstrel S 30

to the Minstrel S 28

N

navigating

Modem Manager 58

Setup Wizard 38

network connection 17

Network Preferences panel 59

definition 92

Network Prefs command 59

network provider 41, 52

contacting 46

definition 92

selecting 41

Network Provider field 70

network registration, checking 54

O

opening the

Config screen 67

Detailed Status screen 75

Ping screen 87

Push Message Configuration screen 79

Terminal screen 82

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overview

modem 7

software 10

P

Ping screen 87

Done button 89

Ping command 60

Send button 89

ping status 88

pinging 87

definition 92

PL field 76

Power Switch 19

starting 19

powering off the Minstrel S 21

powering on the Minstrel S 20

PPP session

closing 18, 59

definition 92

Preferences panel 34

primary DNS address 48, 50

definition 92

Primary DNS field 68

Push Config command 60

Push Message Configuration screen 79

Done button 81

push messaging 79

definition 92

PwrPrd field 77

R

RBLER field 76

Reconnect command 59

RegErr field 77

registering 17, 20

Registration Error field 65

registration

definition 92

testing 54

requirements 6

RF Channel field 65

roaming 71

RSSI field 64, 76

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S

saving changes 67

saving the configuration 51

scanning, definition 93

secondary DNS address 48, 50

definition 93

Secondary DNS field 69

segment, definition 93

Service ID Pref field 71

service LED 8

Service Provider Identifier, definition 93

Service Provider Network Identifier, definition 93

settings

confirming 50

entering 48

Setup Wizard 10, 14, 22, 37

exiting 38

introduction 38

navigating 38

starting 39, 59

Shutdown button 66

Shutdown command 59

Side field 76

sides, network 70

definition 93

Size field 88

Sleep Mode field 70

sleep mode, definition 93

software

overview 10

updates 23

installing 12

SPI field 76

SPI, definition 93

SPI, SPNI, WASI field 71

SPNI field 77

SPNI, definition 93

Springboard expansion slot 13

starting

File Mover 26

Modem Manager 61

Power Switch 19

Setup Wizard 39

Status command 60

status indicator LEDs 7, 8

status of ping 88

stub antenna 7

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successful configuration 56

support 5

System Busy field 65

T

technical support 5

TEI field 77

TEI, definition 93

Terminal command 60

terminal emulator 82

definition 93

Terminal screen 82

Clear button 85

Cmd pick list 84

Done button 86

OffLine button 83

OnLine button 83

Send button 85

U

updating the flash 23

V

version

hardware 60

software 60

Visor 6, 13

configuring 44

W

waiting for account activation 52

WASI field 76

WASI, definition 94

welcome 5

Wide Area Service Identifier, definition 94

wireless IP service 6

Wireless IP, definition 94

Wireless Provider field 65

working with the Minstrel S 16