Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-185 CF-18 Personal Computer with WLAN+BT+GPRS User Manual for GPRS
Panasonic Corporation of North America CF-18 Personal Computer with WLAN+BT+GPRS for GPRS
Contents
User Manual for GPRS
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This manual contains supplementary instructions regarding the use of the computer. It ex-
plains the cases where the operation of the computer differs from that in the Operating
Instructions.
Your computer is equipped with GSM/GPRS enabling you to communicate using radio
frequencies.
Contents
Precautions ..................................................................2
Names and Functions of Parts ...................................5
Installing/Removing a SIM Card .................................7
Installing the Software.................................................8
Appendix .................................................................... 13
Specifications ............................................................ 14
Supplementary Instructions
for GSM/GPRS
®
NOTE:NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
CAUTION:CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moder-
ate injury.
Windows 2000 : Information for Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional users.
Windows XP : Information for Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional users.
Tablet PC : Information for Microsoft® Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition users.
[Start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Run].
(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)
About the abbreviations in this manual, refer to the table on page 13.
Windows 2000 screens are used in this manual when no specific OS notes are re-
quired.
Illustrations and Terminology in this Manual
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The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, us-
age, service or repair of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/
GPRS modem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the following
safety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines into
all manuals supplied with the product. Failure to comply with these precautions violates
safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonic as-
sumes no liability for customer failure to comply with these precautions.
When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the use
of mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/
GPRS modem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive
areas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.
The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment and
hearing aids can be affected by interference from Personal Computer or Handheld
Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem placed close to the device. If in
doubt about potential danger, contact the physician or the manufacturer of the
device to verify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are
advised to keep their Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating
GSM/GPRS modem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.
Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS
modem before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot be switched on inadvertently.
The operation of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference
with communications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the
suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.
Do not operate Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/
GPRS modem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch off the cellu-
lar terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or
where blasting operations are in progress. Operation of any electrical equipment
in potentially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.
Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS mo-
dem receives and transmits radio frequency energy while switched on. Remember
that interference can occur if it is used close to TV sets, radios, computers or inad-
equately shielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always switch off
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem wher-
ever forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.
Road safety comes first! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld Computer
incorporating GSM/GPRS modem while driving a vehicle. Do not place the com-
puter with GSM/GPRS modem in an area where it could cause personal injury to the
driver or passengers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the boot or secure stowage
area while driving.
Safety Precautions
Precautions
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Do not place the computer with GSM/GPRS modem in an area over an air bag or in the
vicinity where an air bag may deploy.
Air bags inflate with great force and if the computer with GSM/GPRS modem is
placed in the air bag deployment area may be propelled with great force and cause
serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
IMPORTANT!
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem
operate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to con-
nect in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wireless
device for essential communications, for example emergency calls.
Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Personal Computer or Handheld
Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem must be switched on and in a ser-
vice area with adequate cellular signal strength.
Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network services or
phone features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing etc.). You may need to
deactivate those features before you can make an emergency call.
Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly inserted in Personal
Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating GSM/GPRS modem.
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Precautions
For U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
Note: This equipment 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:
Reorient 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 Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to a
computer or peripheral. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
• This computer is provided with PC Card slots that could be used with wireless transmitter(s),
which will be specifically recommended, when they become available. Other third-party
wireless transmitter(s) have not been RF exposure evaluated for use with this computer
and may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.
• This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment.
• This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions
and minimum 1.5 cm spacing must be provided between antenna and all person’s body
(excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.
• This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters, which may be capable of simulta-
neous transmission.
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.
Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP-5 (1-800-527-8675)
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Names and Functions of Parts
SIM Card Slot
( page 7)
Except the followings, refer to the Operating Instructions.
Antenna
Headset jack
Headset
( checknet.pdf “Operating Instructions for
using GSM/GPRS”)
(Appearance may differ depending on specifications.)
LED Indicators
( page 6)
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LED Description
GSM/GPRS Switch
The GSM/GPRS modem powers up independently from the computer
regardless of the computer power status and will remain on when the
computer’s power is off. This function depends on the setting of the
Setup Utility.
Power On Indication - Green:
A green LED will be used to signal when the GSM/GPRS modem has
been powered on.
Ring Indication - Amber:
The LED will flash when the GSM/GPRS modem has received a ring.
Status Indication - Green:
The LED will light while communicating.
Mode
Off
600 ms On/
600 ms Off
75 ms On/3 s Off
75 ms On/75 ms Off/
75 ms On/3 s Off
Flashing
On
Function
GSM/GPRS modem is off or running in SLEEP or
Alarm.
No SIM card inserted or no PIN entered, or network
search in progress, or ongoing user authentication,
or network login in progress.
Logged to network (monitoring control channels
and user interactions). No call in progress.
One or more GPRS contexts activated.
Indicates GPRS data transfer: When a GPRS
transfer is in progress, the LED goes on within 1
second after data packets were exchanged. Flash
duration is approximately 0.5 s.
Depending on type of call:
Voice call: Connected to remote party.
Data call: Connected to remote party or exchange of
parameters while setting up or disconnecting a call.
Names and Functions of Parts
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1
Power off your computer and GSM/
GPRS modem
2
Installing a SIM card
Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot with
the contact side facing downward and with the
cut corner in front.
Close the cover.
If the cover is not closed, the SIM card may jump
out when the computer falls.
Removing a SIM card
Press the card.
It will come out of the slot a little bit.
Pull the card all the way out.
Contact
CAUTION
Do not insert the SIM card upside down.
Installing/Removing a SIM Card
Before using GSM/GPRS, set a SIM card to the SIM card slot.
CAUTION
Do not install/remove the SIM card when the GSM/GPRS modem’s power is on.
SIM Card
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Installing the Software
1
Turn on or restart the computer.
Press F2 while [Panasonic] screen is displayed soon after
the computer begins the startup procedure.
If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password.
2
Select the [Advanced] menu and confirm the followings.
( page 13)
The serial port’s setting is optimal.
[On & Off] is selected at [Power SYNC with PC].
If [On & Off] is not set, confirm the power to the GSM/GPRS modem is on.
3
Save the settings and exit the Setup Utility.
4
Input [c:\util\drivers\gprs\setup.exe] in
[Start] - [Run] and select [OK].
Follow the on-screen instructions.
When the message on the right is displayed, select [OK].
5
At [Winmux Driver Setup] screen, select
[Start Scan].
All GSM/GPRS modems installed in the computer will
be listed in [Modem List].
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6
Confirm that the check mark is added
for the serial port you use and select [In-
stall Driver].
Installation will start.
(If the message “Digital Signature Not Found” is dis-
played, select [Yes].)
When the installation is complete, select [OK].
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Select [Finish] to restart the computer.
After the computer is restarted, CheckNet runs automati-
cally.
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Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Phone and Mo-
dem Options] - [Modems].
Windows XP Tablet PC
Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware]
- [Phone and Modem Options] - [Modems].
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Select [Add].
10
10
Add the check mark for [Don’t detect my
modem; I will select it from a list], then
select [Next].
11
Select [Have Disk].
12
Input [c:\program files\panasonic\
checknet*1\modem] and select [OK].
*1This indicates the folder where CheckNet is installed in
step
4
. This will vary depending on your computer’s setup.
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Select your GSM/GPRS modem in the
list and select [Next].
To confirm the model number of your GSM/GPRS mo-
dem, run CheckNet and select [About]. (
checknet.pdf “Operating Instructions for using GSM/
GPRS”)
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Select “Selected ports” and select the
com port for Virtual Port 1.
You can confirm the port number in [Device Manager]*1
- [Multi-port serial adapters] - [Serial Multiplexer] - [Port
Settings].
*1Windows 2000 :
in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] -
[Hardware]
Windows XP Tablet PC :
in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Main-
tenance] - [System] - [Hardware]
Installing the Software
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Select [Next].
If the message “Digital Signature Not Found” is displayed, select [Yes].
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Select [Finish].
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Making extra settings for GPRS modem.
Select your GSM/GPRS modem and select [Properties] in [Phone and Modem Op-
tions] - [Modems].
In [Advanced], enter the extra initialization commands as follows. ( checknet.pdf
“Operating Instructions for using GSM/GPRS”)
AT+CGDCONT=<cid>,<pdp type>,<apn>
<RETURN>
Example: <cid>:1, <pdp type>:ip, <apn>:internet.t-d1.de
AT+CGDCONT=1,ip,internet.t-d1.de
<RETURN>
(Note that the APN shown here represents the German network provider T-D1 and
needs to be replaced with the APN address supplied by your own network pro-
vider.)
Select [OK].
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Uninstalling the Software
CheckNet
Use the following menu.
Windows 2000 : [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs]
Windows XP Tablet PC : [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]
Wireless module multiplex driver
Select [Device Manager]*1-[Multi-port serial adapters]-[Serial Multiplexer] and uninstall
the driver.
*1Windows 2000 : in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Hardware]
Windows XP Tablet PC : in [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Mainte-
nance] - [System] - [Hardware]
Installing the Software
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Wireless Modem
Power SYNC with PC
Wireless Modem
Port1 I/O IRQ*
Port2 I/O IRQ*
Power SYNC with PC
Setup Utility
The following parameters have been added in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.
Disable Enable Auto
3F8/IRQ4 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ5
3F8/IRQ4 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ7 2E8/IRQ5
Independent On & Off Off Only
Disable Enable
Independent On & Off Off Only
Tablet PC
Windows 2000 Windows XP
* This item is displayed only when [Wireless Modem] is set to [Enable].
APN Access Point Name
CID Context Identity
GPRS General Packet Radio Service
GSM Global System of Mobile Communication
IP Internet Protocol
PDP Packet Data Protocol
PIN Personal Identification Number
PLMN Public Land Mobile Network
PPP Point to Point Protocol
QoS Quality of Service
SIM Subscriber Identity Module
TCP Traffic Control Protocol
Abbreviations
Appendix
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Specifications
Type
Class
SIM
RF Specification Transmit
Receive
Data Features Data
Fax
SMS
Voice Feature
Interface
GPRS Multi-Slot
Mobile Station
Compliant with ETSI GSM phase 2/2+ standard
GSM850 Class 4 (2 W) / PCS1900 Class 1 (1 W)
Internal SIM card (3 V only)
GSM850 (824 MHz to 849 MHz) / PCS1900 (1850
MHz to 1910 MHz)
GSM850 (869 MHz to 894 MHz) / PCS1900 (1930
MHz to 1990 MHz)
asynchronous transparent & non-transparent
300 bps/ 1200 bps / 1200/75 bps / 2400 bps/ 4800
bps / 9600 bps / 14400 bps
facsimile group 3, Class 2
MT/PP(Mobile Terminating Short Message
Service, Point to Point)
MO/PP(Mobile Originating Short Message
Service, Point to Point)
CB (Cell Broadcast Short Message Service)
HR (Half rate)
FR (Full rate)
EFR (Enhanced full rate)
AMR (Adaptive Multi Rate)
AT Commands (GSM 07.07)
Class 10
Class B
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Memo
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